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ASPIRE - West (Anderson Mill & Bluebonnet Elementary) |
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FAQFrequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What ASPIRE is: � A grant that offers Afterschool Programming that extends and enriches student learning � Offers students a broad array of activities designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program of participating students such as: o Youth Development o Physical Education, Nutrition and Fitness Programs o Technology Education Programs We provide homework ASSISTANCE not completion. � After school childcare � Free daycare center � We do not offer flexible care scheduling that works with parents� schedule o Children are expected to stay until 5:15pm and be picked up by 5:45pm How can My Child get into the ASPIRE Afterschool Program? Admission in the program is primarily based on academic need. Teachers recommend students that need extra help academically. o Automatic Qualifier: Limited in English, At-risk of not passing TAKS, students needing additional support in core academic subjects: reading, math & science o Teacher Nominated Student o Transfer students are put on a waiting list What are the ASPIRE hours and days of operation? ASPIRE operates on all school days. Program hours are from 2:45 PM to 5:45 PM daily. No ASPIRE on early release days. No. Since it is a grant funded program, there is no cost. Parents are asked to contribute by volunteering at Anderson Mill Elementary one hour per month if their child is in the program. How can I contact the ASPIRE program? ASPIRE Coordinator: Amy Carrillo Phone: 512-428-3740 Email: amy_carrillo@roundrockisd.org What other options do parents have for afterschool care and enrichments? YMCA will have an after school program at each campus. Please call (512) 246 - YMCA for more information. There are several AfterSchool Enrichments at each campus. Bluebonnet: ASPIRE, Choir, Piano, RoboLab, Social Club and YMCA. Watch out for Saturday School. Anderson Mill: AMIGOS, ASPIRE, Drama Club, High Achievers, Piano, Spanish Club and YMCA How can I become an ASPIRE volunteer? Contact Amy Carrillo at 512-428-3740 and fill out a Volunteer Application. Online Volunteer/Mentor Application http://www.roundrockisd.org/home/index.asp?page=3186 How can I show my suupport for ASPIRE?
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