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YMCA Before / After School Program

Registration for the YMCA before/after school program is available on a first-come, first-served basis. To sign up, or if you have any questions, please reach out to Steve Lissaint (info below).

Contact: Steve Lissaint

(617) 926-2686
slissaint@ymcaboston.org

Forms

Hours

  • Before School: from 7:15am
  • After School: until 6:00 pm

About the program

The YMCA seeks to provide kids with a safe, supportive place to spend their out of school time hours where they can get help with homework, develop their social skills, and participate in fun, engaging activities.

Learn more about the Boston YMCA After School Program

Pricing

Before SchoolAfter School
Member Rate5 days – $73.005 days – $148.00
Non-Member Rate5 days – $75.005 days – $152.00
The YMCA works with families to make care affordable and Financial Assistance is available.
Please learn more about membership opportunities online at ymcaboston.org/membership or call (617) 427-5300.

After-School Strings with Boston Music Project

Boston Music Project is excited to launch a brand-new after-school orchestra program at John F. Kennedy Elementary School starting Fall 2025!

This engaging after-school program offers students in grades K-1 through 6 (flyer incorrectly notes K1-5) the opportunity to explore the joy of music through hands-on instruction in violin, viola, or cello. Led by professional teaching artists from the Boston Music Project, students will participate in small-group lessons and full ensemble rehearsals. As part of the program, students receive a string instrument, opportunities to perform at school and across the Boston community, invitations to summer programming and private lessons, and build connections with hundreds of fellow youth musicians throughout Boston. Full tuition with the JFK program is $335 per month. Financial aid is available for qualifying families. 

*We need a minimum of 45 students registered to run the program. If we are unable to achieve this enrollment, we will not be able to provide this afterschool program and all fees will be refunded to those who signed up*.

When? 3 days a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) from 3:30-5:00 PM (’25-’26 School Year)

Where? John F Kennedy Elementary SchoolWho? JFK Students Grades K1 – 6th

How Much? $335 per month with financial aid available for qualifying families

Registration Policies & Details? Here