In a growing number of families, both parents and the single parent work or have commitments outside of the home. When this is the case, school age children often need quality care and supervision. Family well-being is assisted when parents know their children are receiving quality care. The Mooresville Graded School District Before and After School Program (BASP) are designed to provide family support with a school age child care program at conveniently located, well-staffed sites throughout the district. The program provides supervision and structured activities before and after school and during student vacation days. Program sites are located at all K - 6 elementary and intermediate school buildings allowing access to school playgrounds, equipment, gymnasiums, and audio-visual materials while the students remain in a familiar, child-friendly environment. The following program tenets are what make our BASP successful:
- A written schedule of activities for each group of children indicating routines and blocks of time is posted and followed.
- Schedules encourage a balance between student-directed and structured adult lead activities with periods of active play alternating with quieter activities.
- Schedules encourage a balance between student-directed and structured adult lead activities with periods of active play alternating with quieter activities.
- Each day, children are provided at least 4 different activity options including table and active games, dramatic play, art, crafts, science, music and other interest choices. Activities are designed to promote independence, self-reliance and enhance social skills while helping children learn to listen, follow directions and solve problems.
- Snacks are served each day and time is provided for homework.
Students may register for full-time or part-time participation. To register or get further information please call the Program Director, Cindy Karriker at 704-658-2681 or visit the MGSD website and click on Before and After School care.
EMIS BASP Staff
- Michelle Howell - Site Director – 704-658-2691 (option 3) michellehowell@mgsd.k12.nc.us
- Shelia Houston– Lead Teacher
