Rosanna Paribello, Out of School Time Director
Main Office, 167 Holland St. Rm 132- Somerville, MA Adriana Guereque, Out of School Time Assistant Director
Phone: 617 625-6600 x 6970 Fax: 617 629-5512 Gina Miranda, Student Services Coordinator Dana Gordon, Clinical Coordinator
Important Days
Summer Adventure Program July 7 to August 8, rising K to 2 grade @ East Somerville Community Schools, and rising 3 grade to 8th grade @ Arthur D. Healey School
Parent Resources
Use this link to access the Parent Information Google Drive:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1A-8IXov-vrimaWSVQTOjLTcSQDGEoyRh?usp=sharing
You can pay your child’s after-school tuition online at: https://www.ezchildtrack.com/parent2/ParentLogin.aspx?c=esp&FromTab=Y
You can also pay by check to the after-school Site Director or through your online bank.
In our commitment to making our program as available as possible, we continue providing financial assistance for families. If you need information, please contact
Adriana Guereque at aguereque@k12.somerville.ma.us You can also contact the Site Director at your student's school. Thank you for all your support to Community Schools – being with your children makes us all happy!
Dear Community School Staff:
We want to thank the entire after-school team across our 8 elementary schools! Your dedication, energy, and support have made this school year a fantastic one for our students and families. We truly appreciate everything you do to create a safe, engaging, and enriching environment after school.
Wishing you all a restful and well-deserved summer!
Sincerely,
Community Schools Administrator Team
Counselor’s Corner
by Dana Gordon, Clinical Consultant
Time flies when you’re having fun! We can’t believe another school year has flown by and it is time to say goodbye to all our Community Schools friends for the summer. The children’s academic and social-emotional accomplishments have been inspiring to watch and we have enjoyed being a part of their growth and fun. Thanks to all of our families for sharing your kiddos with us in Community Schools this year. We wish you a healthy, happy, and relaxing summer and look forward to seeing many of our friends back next school year!
Site Director; Elizabeth Bell
Assistant Site Director; Brianna Arevalo
Sresha Pradhan, Ileana Perlera, Etta Resnick, Ana Cortez, Sana Kazemi, Gianna Bottiglio, Lauren Quinn, Jennalyse Charles, Brandy Ellis, Shruti Sood
Happy June Argenziano families! We are at the end of the school year already, wow this year went by fast! We have enjoyed being with your children, learning new skills in clubs & activities, and having lots of fun outside. We had an amazing turnout at our end-of-year family party & talent show. The talent show had a variety of talented acts, including singing, dancing, gymnastics, comedy, tricks, puppet shows and a student playing an ocarina instrument. It was very nice to see all the kids who participated in the talent show having fun on stage, the backstage crew doing a great job helping to run the show, and all other students & families enjoying the show. Thank you for coming!! We hope you all have a wonderful summer break and look forward to seeing you back in the fall!
Here are some pictures from our end of year talent show/party!
Site Director: Amanda Oppman
Assistant Site Director: Alexander Walters
Nicholas Triant, Suri Gonzalez, Christopher Thompson, Samuel Macmillan, Delmis Aviles, Rafael Santos,
Virgilio Garcia, Jaqueline Medrano,, Ludwing Perez, Maria Lima Da SIlva,
Hello Healey families!
There are so many mixed feelings around the end of the year. Sadness for the end of a chapter but joy thinking back on all the memories we made as a program. We are truly the lucky ones to get to go to work each day and experience your children. Each is unique in their own way and as a group makes the Healey program so special. To wrap up our year we enjoyed plenty of sunshine on the playground, group games and of course the year would not be complete without a final slime project. We enjoyed our field day despite the rain and thank you to those families who helped contribute snacks and drinks. Mr. Alex and Miss O even splurged on a pizza party for everyone followed by a movie afternoon! We hope you all have a restful and adventure filled summer and look forward to seeing most of you back in the Fall!
Site Director: Kelsey Kent
Assistant Site Director: Tamica Connor
Ashley Marks, Marie Cheney, Grace Barton,
El Ark, Ryleigh Martell, Emma Daly, Kelliann Marks, Karen Oppman
Goodbye May, hello June! It has been a great ‘24/25 school year. This was totally the year for growth for our kiddos! We’ve seen some fantastic new clubs and some unrelenting favorites. It truly takes a village to bring in the awesome clubs to our afterschool program. This year we brought back everyone’s favorites: Danger Wizard, Metro Rock, Ms. Esther’s Spanish is Fun, Outdoor Adventure, Pokemon Club and many more! Our new clubs: Comic Book club, Karate club, Kindness club, Reader’s Theater, TV Round Table and Playwork Teamwork brought us to new adventures.
As the school year is winding down, we are taking the time to reflect on how our year has been. Below are some reflections that our teachers wrote as we say goodbye to this school year.
K group (Ms. Marie & Ms. Grace)
It has been a pleasure being the K after school staff with a great group of kids. They started K after school not knowing anyone and they have made 19 wonderful friends with all of their peers. Ms. Grace and I know that the K kids will be ready for their new adventure in first grade!
First Grade (Ms. Ashley & Ms. Ryleigh)
This year has been quite an interesting one filled with amazing clubs, activities and adventures. My favorite club of all the sessions have to be my art builders and creative journal. Those are the ones where I see the most amazing and creative ideas emerge from these students. Some of them are so talented that they are taking their skills to another level. There were challenges, however, it was thrilling to watch them solve as well as figure out new ways of designing their art. We have some very talented artists in our K-2nd groups. I can’t wait to see what they create in the future!
Third Grade (Ms. Emma)
Third grade truly had a blast this year after school. Seeing as it was their first year with the big kiddos, I was immensely impressed with their adaptability, creativity, and kindness towards each other and the older grades. Even when nervous or hesitant, they were always willing to at least try something new at their own pace, and were able to discover new things about themselves and make new friends along the way. I could tell at times students were putting in great effort into trying these new activities, maintaining sportsmanship and patience, and welcoming students no matter the situation, and these moments did not go unnoticed. Third grade, I hope you had fun this past year; I just know you will continue to thrive in the fourth grade and set a good example to those stepping into the third grade shoes next year!
Third Grade (Ms. Emma)
Third grade truly had a blast this year after school. Seeing as it was their first year with the big kiddos, I was immensely impressed with their adaptability, creativity, and kindness towards each other and the older grades. Even when nervous or hesitant, they were always willing to at least try something new at their own pace, and were able to discover new things about themselves and make new friends along the way. I could tell at times students were putting in great effort into trying these new activities, maintaining sportsmanship and patience, and welcoming students no matter the situation, and these moments did not go unnoticed. Third grade, I hope you had fun this past year; I just know you will continue to thrive in the fourth grade and set a good example to those stepping into the third-grade shoes next year!
Fifth Grade (Mrs. Phillips)
It has been a true pleasure to work with such wonderful, inquisitive and creative kiddos. Between now and the beginning of the school year, I’ve seen some impressive personal growth with the fifth graders. We’ve had to move rooms several times this year due to how small the Brown School is, they’ve taken the change and the disruption with grace and patience. This fifth grade group has been incredibly welcoming to their younger peers, always asking if others would like to join in on a game and always being encouraging. They are true role models. I’m excited for them to start their new adventure. I know that they’ll go far and further than they’d ever imagined. Fifth graders, be sure to stay true to yourself and continue to try new things!
Families, our Brown School Afterschool crew wish you all the best and we look forward to seeing you in the ‘25/26 school year. It was a pleasure bringing joy to your kiddos world and we hope that the good feelings carry into the summer. Until next time… Stay safe, stay hydrated and don’t forget to wear sunscreen!
Site Director: Yolanda Andrade
Assistant Site Director: Diana Posada
Raymond Corsini Joanne Simon, Sonia Barahona, Mario Quiroz, Ashley Castro, Michael Chiaravalloti, Mia Rivera, Mario Valladares, Sarah McClelland, Tailyn Smith, Olivia Oliveira, David Gutierrez, Devin Andrade, Bryan Rodriguez, Jaime Albayeros, Sharon Castellon, Luzmila Magana, Bryan Rodriguez, Kayla Lopez
With the sun shining and smiles all around, we’re getting ready to wrap up the 2024–2025 school year at ESCS Afterschool! What an amazing year it has been!
We want to thank you all for your continued flexibility, patience, and support. The ESCS Afterschool Program has grown tremendously, and we are more grateful than ever for our vibrant, caring community.
As end-of-year student celebrations fill the air, we’re thrilled to have joined in on the festivities with our own 2025 Student Celebration! Our program, like the ESCS community, is truly unique, and that’s what makes every day so special. Together, we strive to create a safe, welcoming space for all students and families.
This year has been full of wonderful memories, exciting learning, and joyful moments. We’ve had so many stories to tell and so many shared experiences that brought us closer together as a community. Our students especially enjoyed all of the enriching and fun-filled activities planned throughout the year, such as, Outdoor adventures, including scavenger hunts and nature walks, Soccer practices and games, where students worked as a team, built confidence, and had fun staying active, Creative arts and crafts sessions where imaginations ran wild, from painting to paper crafts to making personalized keepsakes, Hands-on science experiments that sparked curiosity and encouraged students to explore the world around them, Cooking activities that introduced new flavors, teamwork in the kitchen, and lots of smiles. Dance parties and movement games to help us shake off the day and enjoy time together, Special theme days, spirit weeks, and seasonal projects that made each month feel fresh and exciting
This year, we were fortunate to gather with our incredible students and staff to celebrate another successful school year. We enjoyed pizza, ice pops, and drinks, and we thank everyone who contributed to making this event possible. It was a joy to see our students relaxed, smiling, and having fun together. During our final week of clubs, students wrapped up their activities and reflected on everything they’ve learned, both in and out of afterschool. Teachers also created space for fun, giving students time to explore new games and enjoy more hands-on crafts. It was the perfect way to close out our year together.
To our incredible volunteer students, we can’t thank you enough for the dedication, responsibility, and heart you’ve shown all year long.
From setting up daily snacks and organizing games to helping students transition smoothly between activities and making sure the space was clean and welcoming, your efforts never went unnoticed. You’ve played a key role in making our afterschool program run smoothly, and you’ve done it all with kindness, patience, and a positive attitude. Whether it was getting the soccer balls ready, supporting staff during busy transitions, or simply being a friendly face for younger students, your presence has made a lasting impact on our community. THANK YOU for your commitment and the care you’ve brought into the program every day. We are so proud of you and grateful to have had you with us this year!
Adding to the celebration, we are proud to recognize the contributions of our Somerville High School students and staff, especially one very special senior, David Gutierrez, a member of the SHS Class of 2025. As he prepares to say goodbye to high school, we want to congratulate him on his accomplishments and wish him all the best in his future endeavors. David has been an important part of our afterschool team this year, building strong relationships with both staff and students. He’ll always be part of the ESCS Afterschool family, and we are so grateful for his time with us.
Congratulations!
Site Director: Micheal Horowitz
Assistant Site Director: Sarthak Khamal
Bryan Convey, Ana Treska, Neelam Sehil, Mei Idri, Joao Detoledo, Ana Taveira, Yesenia Real, MamataChalise, Latifa Mortady, Devin Baxter, Gita Khanal, Jose Lopez, Shiarrah Murray, Julia Leandro
Now, as the year is coming to a close, it is time to look back to where we came from, and how we got to where we are today. We had a busy year, and over that time, the children grew in innumerable ways. Children always seem to grow rapidly from ages four to five and five to six. This year, as in all years, our children had a wide array of challenges to confront. When there were problems, we tried our best to help children handle whatever problems arose. We hope that through our guidance, we left them better equipped to deal with similar situations in the future.
We’ve read lots of books and done lots of activities this year. Recently, classes have done activities about summer, desert animals, volcanoes, birds, and the end of the school year. You can see some of these activities featured in the photos.
All in all, it’s been an exciting year. We had a wonderful end of the year potluck. We would like to thank all the parents for their contributions and their presence. Take a look at the party photos. We hope that everyone had a great time! It’s great to see happy faces!
We are delighted to have been a part of the life of your child during the past year. We wish both students and parents happiness and success in the future.
Site Director: Allison Pelletier
Assistant Site Director: Emmaline Lipka
Kelly Lopez, Nicole Tolbert, Savannah Paul, Maureen Nichols,
Emma Oppman, Mary Lou Hodgdon, Laura Modhal, Silvana Dinka, Christopher Montejo
We can’t believe the school year is already coming to an end; it’s been such a fun and busy one! From exciting clubs and creative projects to sports and milestone celebrations, we've shared so many wonderful moments.
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our families. Thank you all for being such an important part of our after-school community.
As we wrap up the year, we have one bittersweet update to share: this will be Ms. Emmaline’s last year in the after-school program. She has accepted a new role at the Kennedy School. While she’s sad to leave after school, she’s excited for this next chapter and looks forward to continuing to work with students in a new capacity.
Thank you to everyone who came to our end-of-year celebration! We hope everyone has a wonderful summer!!
Ms. Savannah-
Hard to believe it’s the end of the school year already! It’s been an honor to watch our pre-k friends grow and to be their teacher this year. We learned so much together. Sometimes, it felt like they taught me more than I taught them. I’ll miss having these amazing friends in my classroom, but I’m excited to see what kindergarten has in store for them!
Ms. Laura’s Clubs-
Laura’s group had a great time during the last weeks of clubs! In Slime, Goo Squish, kids were excited about making so many different types of slime. The Amazing Mixtures group made their creations with many materials. The kids in the Make it Up club made characters on popsicle sticks for the rooms they created. Claymation kids finished their scenes and made wonderful stop-motion animations. In Hang Out and Do Fun Things, kids made beautiful art books in the style of Claire Van Vliet!
Ms. Dinka’s clubs-
It has been a tremendous pleasure working with your kids, an amazing experience through all the clubs I lead. Students showed interest and growth in all of them.
This past week each of the clubs we enjoyed popsicles and balloons to celebrate the commitments and achievements.
Learning, playing together, including each other, taking care of each other, inspiring and developing a lot of skills were such important objectives of our program.
Students enjoyed Puppetry and telling stories.
Mindful coloring club gave the opportunity to create art and combine colors.
Lego club brought the students together, sharing ideas and Legos, as well. We build a community.
Pilates club was very successfully promoted, caring about our bodies and minds.
Our children are growing. I like to tell them that they are not the little ones I met in September; caterpillars are becoming butterflies!
Thank you for being a part of our program! Have a great summer!
Ms. Kelly's Clubs-
During the tinkering and crafting club, students concluded their session by creating various water-themed artworks and acrylic pieces.
Meanwhile, in the Gym Class Heroes club, participants collaborated to explore the excitement and camaraderie of sports and games.
In the DIY club, students had the opportunity to learn how to make slime, create puffy paint, and express their creativity through art.
In the journaling club, students wrapped up their activities by watching the Disney Channel original movie "Read It and Weep," which tells the story of Jamie, a girl whose journal unexpectedly catapults her to fame as a bestselling author.
Overall, it was a fulfilling session, marking a heartfelt farewell at the close of the school year. We extend our sincere gratitude to the parents of after-school participants for their unwavering support and assistance to both us and their children.
Mr. Christopher’s Clubs-
Magic The Gathering Club:
As the semester ended, we tried different ways of playing with all of our new cards and decks!
Dancing Around the World:
We had a great time learning dances this semester, and our students threw a big dance party on the last day.
Making Art History:
On the last day of clubs, we made milkshakes and looked at all the art we created.
Board Game Club:
We have been playing all sorts of board games together! On the last day of clubs, we spent playing more Magic: The Gathering.
Drumming Club:
We have been learning basic patterns and rhythms on buckets. For the last few meetings, I orchestrated jam sessions with everyone having different parts.
Site Director: Deijah Euvrard
Assistant Site Director TBD
Tanty Koita, Nehemie Simon, Mariah Jones, Seline Pierre, Leonardo Fuentes,Rosa Palma, Luz Janampa, Roxana Alfaro, Ruolx Dorvilier, Finnegan Doherty, Maria Henriquez
Hello Families!
We are so excited to end the school year on such a high note with our end-of-year party and all the fun activities we got to experience! The students had an amazing time celebrating together and enjoying every moment. They got to indulge in a variety of treats that brought big smiles. Kids danced their energy away with freeze dance and showed off their best moves. To top it all off, the students got to show their creative side by getting tatted up with some fun temporary tattoos, which were a huge hit. It was a day full of excitement, laughter, and great memories. We’re so proud of all the students and so thankful to have ended the year with such a joyful celebration!
Thank you to all the parents for your collaboration this school year, and we look forward to seeing some of these smiling faces in summer camp!
Site Director: Joshua Leibovitz
Assistat Site Director: Seana Read
Jane Fabiano, Darly Pierre, Gianna Amari, Joseph Amari, Rodrigo Rodriguez, Katherine Yanes, Henry Duarte, Teodor Todorov, Frank Leone, Charles Brewer, Yasmin Almeida., Valerie Perez, Jennifer Posada, Xiomara Gutierrez, Jagdish Kaur
We hope everyone is looking forward to summer break! It's been another amazing year with everyone at the West. This year flew by (as they always seem to), and we’ve made so many memories that we’ll look back on with warmth and laughter. We’ve seen friendships grow, imaginations take flight, and so many special moments that remind us just how lucky we are to be part of this community.
Congratulations!
Our K-2nd grade crew brought their usual mix of big energy and even bigger imagination to every afternoon. Mr. Rodrigo’s Tiny Treasures club had a blast crafting pirate treasure chests to stash their most prized trinkets, then brought their loot to life with swashbuckling pirate puppets made from humble brown paper bags. In Secret Agents club, junior detectives/forensic-experts-in-training explored the mysteries of fingerprints and examined the fine details of their own with magnifying glasses in hand. And in Mr. Henry’s STEAM club, young scientists explored osmosis using paper towels, food coloring, and a whole lot of curiosity! The school year may be wrapping up, but with this crew, the adventure never slows down.
Our youngest friends are about to be Kindergarteners now! PreK with Ms. Jane and Ms. Darly enjoyed sweet moments with their big buddies in 3rd grade, and we can already picture the PreK kiddos helping out with Ms. Jane in a few years’ time. From yoga to craft time to their weekly neighborhood walks, these little learners explored the world with wonder and curiosity. They also learned how to care for their classroom plants, gently watering them and cheering on every new leaf like a celebration.
Our amazing 3rd–6th grade friends have grown in so many ways—wiser, more confident, and at least four inches taller than they were back in September! This past month was filled with joyful moments in the sunshine: epic games of kickball and capture the flag, creative sidewalk chalk masterpieces, lemonade parties, and plenty of laughter shared with friends. We’re so proud of everything our students have accomplished this year and grateful for the community we’ve built together. Here's to a summer full of fun, adventure, and well-deserved rest!
Dear Community School Families:
As we wrap up another incredible school year at the Community Schools Afterschool program, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you for your continued support, trust, and partnership.
It has been our joy and privilege to work with your children. Watching them learn, grow, and thrive in so many ways. Whether it was through homework help, creative projects, outdoor play, or simply sharing laughs at the end of a long school day, each moment has been special.
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your child's journey. We look forward to creating more memories and learning opportunities in the year to come!
Wishing you a safe, fun, and restful summer.
Warm regards,
Community Schools Administrator Team
