Expanded Learning Opportunities Program
(ELO-P)
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Afterschool For All in California
California is investing $4 billion annually in the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELO-P) . This funding is for schools to provide learning opportunities outside of the regular school day (e.g., before and after school, on Saturdays, or during school breaks). Not only do these programs provide safe places for kids and essential care to working families, but quality programs can increase school attendance and improve academic outcomes and graduation rates. Just as important, these programs give kids time to explore their passions, have fun, and build community. (Family Guide to Afterschool for All in California)
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District developed an Expanded Learning Opportunity Program Plan describing program activities that focus on developing the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs and interests of pupils through hands-on, engaging learning. The plan is pupil-centered and results-driven, includes community partners, and engages students in enrichment, play, nutrition, and other developmentally appropriate activities.
California Education Code Section 46120 (ELOP Legislation) enacted in January 2022, requires that school districts offer all unduplicated students in grades TK-6 access to after school and intersessional expanded learning opportunities at no cost to the families. Unduplicated students are low income students, English learners, and foster youth. For more information about ELOP scholarships, contact Jewel Desosa at (909) 797-0174, ext. 5301 or Mr. Josef Mead at (909) 797-3207.
Afterschool For All in Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District partners with the City of Yucaipa (S.T.A.R.S.), Boys & Girls Club, and YCJUSD personnel to provide after-school programs to students in TK-8.
S.T.A.R.S.
YCJUSD partners with the City of Yucaipa (STARS) to provide students with an afterschool program at Calimesa ES, Chapman Heights ES, Ridgeview ES, Valley ES, Wildwood ES, Mesa View MS and Park View MS.
"The S.T.A.R.S. program provides homework assistance and a structured homework component for a minimum of one hour each day. To prepare every student for the future demands of the 21st Century, the S.T.A.R.S. program focuses on college and career readiness through additional activities utilizing research-based educational enrichment programs like:
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and math)
Language Arts: Reading and spelling activities
Mathematics: math games
Health and Wellness: SPARKS (Sports/Physical Education)
Youth Development: peer tutors, student-led clubs, and activities"
(S.T.A.R.S. Parent/Guardian Handbook)
The YCJUSD child nutrition department provides a free snack to students each afternoon.
S.T.A.R.S. offers both a free and low-cost option for after school care.
Low-cost option: Students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade are $15 per day. Students in TK are $25 per day.
No cost option: Parents of low income students, English learners, and foster students can apply for an Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO) Scholarship to attend S.T.A.R.S. at no cost to the family.
Boys & Girls Club
YCJUSD partners with the Boys & Girls Club of San Gorgonio to provide Dunlap students in grades TK-5 with a free afterschool program that provides a safe and positive environment giving students the opportunity to develop positive self esteem, values, skills, and character.
"The Boys & Girls Club provides opportunities and experiences for students allowing them to learn, grow and become leaders. The Boys & Girls Club focuses their daily schedules on five key program areas:
Education & Career Development
Character & Leadership Development
Health & Life Skills
The Arts
Sports, Fitness, and Recreation"
(Boys & Girls Club Member/Parent Handbook)
The YCJUSD child nutrition department provides a free snack to students each afternoon.
All students who attend Boys & Girls Club attend at no cost to the family.
CeCare
Competitive Edge Charter Academy offers a recreational and educational enrichment program after school to TK-8 grade students.
The YCJUSD child nutrition department provides a free snack to students each afternoon.
CeCare offers both a free and low-cost option for after school care.
Low-cost option: Students in grades kindergarten through 8th grade are $15 per day
No cost option: Parents of low income students, English learners, and foster students can apply for an Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO) Scholarship to attend CeCare at no cost to the family.
The After-School Program is currently offered for the 2025-26 school year at these schools:
Calimesa Elementary
Chapman Heights Elementary
Competitive Edge Charter Academy
Dunlap Elementary School (Boys & Girls Club)
Ridgeview Elementary
Valley Elementary
Wildwood Elementary
Mesa View Middle School
Park View Middle School
ELO-P Documentation
The After-School Program is currently offered for the 2023-24 school year at these schools:
Calimesa Elementary
Chapman Heights Elementary
Competitive Edge Charter Academy
Dunlap Elementary School (Boys & Girls Club)
Ridgeview Elementary
Valley Elementary
Wildwood Elementary
Mesa View Middle School
Park View Middle School
Before/After-School Program Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Yucaipa-Calimesa JUSD have before-school child care?
Does Yucaipa-Calimesa JUSD have before-school child care?
Before school child care is free to all students and is offered at the following sites:
6:00-7:00 am: Calimesa ES, Chapman Heights ES, Ridgeview ES, Valley ES, Wildwood ES (Sunshine Club)
6:30-8:00 am: Dunlap ES (Sunshine Club)
6:30-7:30 am: Mesa View MS, Park View MS (Sunshine Club)
6:45-7:45 am: Competitive Edge Charter Academy (CeCare)
7:00-8:00 am: Yucaipa High School (Sunshine Club)
To register for AM Sunshine Club, click here
To register for AM CeCare, click here
Does Yucaipa-Calimesa JUSD have after-school care?
Does Yucaipa-Calimesa JUSD have after-school care?
After-school childcare is available for all students in grades TK-8
Which schools have after-school care?
Which schools have after-school care?
Elementary Schools (Calimesa ES, Chapman Heights ES, Dunlap ES, Ridgeview ES, Valley ES, and Wildwood ES)
Middle Schools (Mesa View MS and Park View MS)
Competitive Edge Charter Academy (TK-8)
Who are the providers for after-school child care at each school?
Who are the providers for after-school child care at each school?
YCJUSD partners with the City of Yucaipa (S.T.A.R.S.) to provide after-school childcare at Calimesa ES, Chapman Heights ES, Ridgeview ES, Valley ES, Wildwood ES, Mesa View MS, and Park View MS
YCJUSD partners with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the San Gorgonio Pass to provide childcare at Dunlap ES
Competitive Edge Charter Academy employs school and community personnel to provide afterschool childcare for TK-8th grade students (CeCare)
What are the operating times for after-school child care?
What are the operating times for after-school child care?
After-school child care for S.T.A.R.S., Boys & Girls Club, and CeCare begins immediately after-school until 6:00 pm
What is the cost for each after-school program?
What is the cost for each after-school program?
S.T.A.R.S. is $25/day for Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and $15/day for grades K-8
Boys & Girls Club is free for all Dunlap students, grades TK-5
CeCare is $20 per day. Pricing packages are available.
How do I register for my students for the S.T.A.R.S. after-school program?
How do I register for my students for the S.T.A.R.S. after-school program?
Register your student for S.T.A.R.S. at Yucaipa.org/STARS/
How do I register for the Boys & Girls Club at Dunlap ES?
How do I register for the Boys & Girls Club at Dunlap ES?
Register your student for Boys & Girls Club at https://www.bgcsgpass.com/membership
Parents can also pick up an enrollment packet at Dunlap ES or the YCJUSD District Office, Educational Services.
Are Scholarships available for the CeCare after school program?
Are Scholarships available for the CeCare after school program?
CECA provides scholarships for qualifying students to attend CeCare.
California Education Code Section 46120 (ELOP Legislation) enacted in January 2022 requires that school districts offer all unduplicated students in grades TK-6 access to after school and intersessional expanded learning opportunities at no cost to the families. Unduplicated students are low income students, English learners, and foster youth.
To determine if your child qualifies for a CeCare scholarship, parents need to update their student information in the Aeries Parent Portal located on all school and district websites.
After updating the student information in the Aeries Parent Portal, contact Mr. Josef Mead at (909) 797-3207.
If your child qualifies for a scholarship, parents will register for CECA
If your child does not qualify for a scholarship, download the CeCare Childcare Program Contract from the CECA website (https://ceca.yucaipaschools.com/en) and return the contract to CECA.
Are scholarships available for the S.T.A.R.S. after school program?
Are scholarships available for the S.T.A.R.S. after school program?
YCJUSD provides scholarships for qualifying students to attend S.T.A.R.S.
California Education Code Section 46120 (ELOP Legislation) enacted in January 2022 requires that school districts offer all unduplicated students in grades TK-6 access to after school and intersessional expanded learning opportunities at no cost to the families. Unduplicated students are low income students, English learners, and foster youth.
To determine if your child qualifies for a S.T.A.R.S. scholarship, parents need to update their student information in the Aeries Parent Portal located on all school and district websites.
After updating the student information in the Aeries Parent Portal, contact Melissa Moreno or Dr. Linda Moffatt at the YCJUSD District Office to learn if your child qualifies for a scholarship: 909-797-0174, Ext. 5827 (Ms. Moreno) or Ext. 5826 (Dr. Moffatt)
If your child qualifies for a scholarship, parents will register for S.T.A.R.S. at the YCJUSD District Office (12797 Third Street, Yucaipa)
If your child does not qualify for a scholarship through the Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint School District, please contact the City of Yucaipa to inquire about a city scholarship (909-790-7460).
How do I register for CeCare at Competitive Edge Charter Academy?
How do I register for CeCare at Competitive Edge Charter Academy?
Register your student for CeCare at https://ceca.yucaipaschools.com/en and return the contract to CECA.
Do the after school programs have parent handbooks for S.T.A.R.S., Boys & Girls Club, and CeCare
Do the after school programs have parent handbooks for S.T.A.R.S., Boys & Girls Club, and CeCare
Is child care offered during non-school days?
Is child care offered during non-school days?
The City of Yucaipa offers child care (camp) to all Yucaipa-Calimesa students in grades TK-6 on limited non-school days during the school year, typically during school breaks, such as Thanksgiving, Winter, Spring, and Summer. Students who qualify for an ELOP scholarship can register for the City of Yucaipa Camps at the Yucaipa-Calimesa district office (12797 Third Street). Students who do not qualify for an ELOP scholarship can register for the City of Yucaipa Camp online (yucaipa.gov).
Who do I call with a question?
Yucaipa-Calimesa JUSD: 909-797-0174
Jewel Desosa
x5301
jewel_desosa@ycjusd.us
Melissa Moreno-Ontiveros
x5827
melissa_moreno@ycjusd.us
Jennifer Hardison
x5817
jennifer_hardison@ycjusd.us
S.T.A.R.S.: 909-797-1177
Ms. Ruby Samayoa-Marquez
x424
rsamayoa-marquez@yucaipa.org
Ms. Sarah Valdepena
x422
svaldepena@yucaipa.org
Competitive Edge Charter Academy: (909) 797-3207
Mr. Josef Mead
X4517
Ms. Cynthia Ridge
x4512
cynthia_ridge@ycjusd.us
Ms. Mary Hardy
x4583
mary_hardy@ycjusd.us
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