Childcare

After School Program

After School Program 2019-2020

How to register for the After School Child Care Program:

On our website,www.hkrec.com, you can pay and complete forms.  Health records for any new students or 6th graders are required.

Pick up a Registration Packet, to complete, from any of these locations:

  • 1) HK Recreation Department
  • 2) The BES or KES After School Programs
  • 3) The HK Recreation Summer Camp
  • 4) Download off our website

The Registration Packet includes:

Important Phone Numbers:

HK Recreation Office: 860-345-8334
BES After School: 860-345-4692
KES After School: 860-301-9988

On-line Registration / Membership

Register for most programs from the convenience of your home computer! Create a household membership for easy registration. Members will be able to view their program and payment history. It is very similar to internet shopping!

  • Step 1: Click here for our RecDesk page.
  • Step 2: Register as a new member. Create a login name and password. Fill in your family household information. (Make sure your cookies are enabled)
  • Step 3: Register for available programs, and pay by credit card.

Enrollment/General Information

* Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Grade Intermediate and Middle School Students will bused to the After School Program of your choice *

The Program provides care for children in Kindergarten through 6th grades. The program is designed to accommodate any children who are physically handicapped, providing they normally ride school buses.

The program operates daily 3:25 – 6:00 pm (KES & BES). On scheduled 1/2 days of school, the afternoon program begins at 1:05 PM and ends at 6:00 pm. Children may be registered to attend the afternoon sessions on a part-time or full-time basis. A special vacation child care program is offered on most school holidays and vacations (Veteran’s Day, President’s Day Break and April Vacations). The program does not meet on days when school is delayed, canceled or dismissed early due to weather or other circumstances.

The program curriculum is realistic and diversified. The types of activities offered include: arts and crafts, organized sports and games, free play (indoor and outdoor), homework assistance, computer education, dance, special rainy day activities, and periodic field trips. The curriculum strives to meet the varying needs of the different children and their respective ages.

Registration is restricted to those children attending District #17 Elementary Schools. Those who choose to register on a part-time basis must notify the HK Recreation Department a month in advance and specify what day of the week the child will be attending.

*** Food and Allergy Policy*** 

The fee structure is as follows: Click on the month to download a copy in pdf. format.

Full-time: Fees are calculated each month, based on the number of school days. If you register full-time (4 or 5 days/week), the fee (based on 20 school days) would be $300 per month (1st child), $240 (2nd child).

Part-time:
The Recreation Department must be notified a month in advance of specific days your child will attend. Adjustments in the days a part-time child attends may be made by contacting the Site Director! If you register part-time (1, 2, or 3 days per week) the fee is $17 per day (1st child)/ $14 per day (2nd child). Additional discounts available for additional siblings.

All payments are due towards the end of each month and will cover the following month.

There is a $25.00  late payment fee for any payments not received by the due date each month. Payment notices will be handed out by third Friday of each month and parents have at least seven days to submit payment.

There is a late pickup fee of $1.00 per minute (6:00-6:15) and .50 cents per minute thereafter, paid directly to the staff on the day of late pickup.

There is an annual processing fee of $20 per child.

Recreational Scholarships are available for families in need. For information to see if you qualify, please call 860-345-8334. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

April Vacation Camp

2020 April Vacation Camp

The HK Recreation Department will be offering a vacation program during April break at the H-K High School Cafeteria. The vacation program will provide care for children in Kindergarten through Grade 6.

We will be open all days of school vacation April 6 – 10. The program will begin at 7:00 AM and will end at 6:00 PM.

The program’s activities are both active and passive in nature. Types of activities offered include: Arts & Crafts, Sports/Games, Free Play, Swimming in the HK Pool, and a Field Trip. Each day at there will be an organized game in the gym.

Schedule of activities:

  • Swimming: Campers will have a choice to go swimming at the HK pool on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Lifeguards will be on duty along with camp staff.  Please note that children must be able to swim without a bubble. They will be tested.  There will be alternate activities for non-swimmers.
  • Field Trip: * Admission fee and busing is included with your registration. On Thursday, April 9th we will be going to Fun-In Trampoline Park in Middletown from 9:00 -12:30 PM.  Bring a bag lunch and water bottle.  Wear a t-shirt.  Socks are provided.  Must complete an online waiver at funintrampolinepark.com
  • Special Event:  On Tuesday, April 7th – we will meet Animal Olympians!  Such as a Green Tree Boa, Solomon Islands Monkey tailed Skink, or a White’s Tree Frog; digging Olympians might include a Sulcata or Red-footed Tortoise, and an African Hedgehog is the swimming gold medalist!
  • Sports Day: On Friday, April 10th, there will be a sports/game jamboree. Sports will include: kickball, tennis baseball and knock-out. Other games like tennis GaGa, capture the flag and dodgeball will also be played. Wear a team t-shirt or hat and receive a prize that day!

The Vacation fees are as follows:

Daily Full-Time (7:00 – 6:00 pm)
You may register your child for individual days. Payment is due by April 2nd. Payments must be made in full.

  • If attending Monday (4/6) or Wednesday (4/8) the fee is $45/day for the first child and $40/day for the second child.
  • If attending on Tuesday (4/7)  the fee is $55 for the first child and $50 for the 2nd child. Includes special entertainment fee.
  • If attending on Thursday (4/9), the fee is $60 for the first child and $55 for the second child. Includes the field trip admission and bus.
  • If attending on Friday (4/10), the fee is $55 for the first child and $50 for the second child. Custodial  holiday fee included with registration.

All Inclusive (M-F, 7:00 – 6:00 pm)
If you register your child all week, the fees are $230 for the 1st child and $205 for the 2nd child. This is a $30 savings for each child.

Enrollment: If you do not register your child April 2nd, enrollment will not be guaranteed.

Late Fee: There is a late pick-up fee of $5 for every 5 minutes a parent is late past 6:00 PM, paid directly to the program staff on the day of late pick-up.

What to bring: Children should bring a bag lunch daily. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Anyone swimming should bring a bathing suit and towel. Children should wear sneakers and dress for active play.

April Vacation Camp Registration:

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2018 Registration Form
Important Phone Numbers:

HK Recreation Office: 860-345-8334
BES After School: 860-345-4692
HES After School: 860-301-0146
KES After School: 860-301-1050

On-line Registration / Membership

Register for most programs from the convenience of your home computer! Create a household membership for easy registration. Members will be able to view their program and payment history. It is very similar to internet shopping!

  • Step 1: Click here for our RecDesk page.
  • Step 2: Register as a new member. Create a login name and password. Fill in your family household information. (Make sure your cookies are enabled)
  • Step 3: Register for available programs, and pay by credit card.

Recreation Scholarships are available to families who need them. For further information please contact, Haddam-Killingworth Recreation Department, 860-345-8334

Summer Camp

HK Recreation Summer Camp

Monday – Friday, June 29th – August 14th (No 7/3) at the HK HS Complex.  
There are 7 weekly sessions with 4 options:

  • CAMP ONLY (9:00 – 3:30 pm)
  • EXTENDED AM (7:00 – 3:30 pm)
  • EXTENDED PM (9:00 – 6:00 pm)
  • FULL-DAY CAMP (7:00 – 6:00 pm)

The program meets rain or shine. Activities include: sports, games, arts & crafts, special events, wacky Wednesdays, ice cream truck, & weekly themes.  If we are allowed to open the pool…please note that children must be able to swim without a bubble. They will be tested.  There will be alternate activities for non-swimmers.

There are no daily sign-ups.  Non-Residents may register for an additional fee!

Camp Discovery is for kids entering Grades 1 & 2.
Camp Adventure is for kids entering Grades 3 & 4.
Camp Explorers is for kids entering Grades 5, 6, 7, 8.

COVID-19 Update

The State of CT has deemed that childcare and camps are essential to opening back up the state.

The HK Recreation Department will be following the guidelines and protocols issued by the CDC as well as the OEC in order to provide a safe summer camp experience.

  1. Staff and Kids will be screened upon entering with temperature checks (not allowed to attend or work if over 100 degrees).
  2. If your child has shown any symptoms within the last 2 weeks or has been around anyone who has shown symptoms, please do not send them to camp. Staff won’t be scheduled if they show any symptoms.
  3. Drop-off and pick-up will be at designated outside entrances per camp.
  4. Group sizes will be no more than 10 kids and each group will be in separate areas within each camp. Kids will be put in the same group each week. We will do our best to group together kids by grades/genders. There will be no mixing of groups.
  5. There will be a max. of 30 total campers allowed to enroll at each camp each week. Register early as space will be limited.
  6. Counselors and staff will wear masks. If possible we will keep the same staff per group.
  7. All areas will be cleaned and disinfected each day.
  8. Good hygiene will be reinforced to staff and children with regular hand washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds throughout the day.
  9. There will be a designated “sick area” if any child comes down with COVID-19 symptoms while at camp and that child must be picked up ASAP.
  10. There will be no field trips unless the protocols are lifted and venues allow group trips.
  11. HK Recreation will keep on top of new guidelines that come out as they are changing everyday.

 

Weekly Themes:

  • Week 1 (6/29 – 7/2): Stars & Stripes
  • Week 2 (7/6 – 7/10): Hydration Station
  • Week 3 (7/13 – 7/17):  Outdoor Exploration
  • Week 4 (7/20 – 7/24): All Holidays
  • Week 5 (7/27 – 7/31):  Harry Potter
  • Week 6 (8/3 – 8/7 ):  Olympic Games
  • Week 7 (8/10 – 8/14):  Minute-to-Win It

Special Events

  • TBD


Wacky Wednesdays 

  • 7/1 – Wear Red, White & Blue
  • 7/8 – Crazy Sock Day
  • 7/15 – Silly Sunglasses
  • 7/22 – Halloween Dress Up / Trick-or-Treat
  • 7/29 –  Harry Potter Character Dress-Up
  • 8/5 –  Dress up as your Favorite Olympian or Athlete
  • 8/9 – Crazy Hair Day

Field Trips:

Camp Discovery – Gr. 1 & 2  

  • All field trip are not allowed at this time

Camp Adventure – Gr. 3, 4

  • All field trip are not allowed at this time

Camp Explorers – Gr. 5, 6, 7 & 8  

  • All field trip are not allowed at this time

 

FEES:

Due to COVID-19 and the strict guidelines with staff ratios (2 staff to 10 kids), we have had to raise fees.

Non-Residents: Please add $10.00 per week per child.

Option 1: Camp Only (9:00-3:30 pm)

  • $135 per week
  • *Pro-Rated: 6/29 – 7/2 is $108

Option 2: Extended AM or Extended PM (7:00 am – 3:30 pm or 9:00 am – 6:00 pm)

  • $175 per week
  • *Pro-Rated: 6/29 – 7/2 is $140

Option 3: Full-Day Camp (7:00 am-6:00 pm)

  • $190 per week
  • *Pro-Rated: 6/29 – 7/2 is $152
Important Phone Numbers:

HK Recreation Office:  860-345-8334
Camp Discovery (Gr. 1-2):  860-301-0146
Camp Adventure (Gr. 3-5): 860-301-9988
Explorers (Gr. 6-8): 860-345-8334
Extended Day: 860-301-0146

On-line Registration / Membership

Register for most programs from the convenience of your home computer! Create a household membership for easy registration. Members will be able to view their program and payment history. It is very similar to internet shopping!

  • Step 1: Click here for our RecDesk page.
  • Step 2: Register as a new member. Create a login name and password. Fill in your family household information. (Make sure your cookies are enabled)
  • Step 3: Register for available programs, and pay by credit card.

Meet our Camp Leaders

All -Day Childcare Days

All Day Childcare

Who: Any children in grades K – 6
Where: HK HS Cafeteria
When: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

 

2019-20 Vacation Days

October 9th, Nov. 5th & 11th – Activities include swimming in the HK HS Pool from 10:00 – 12:000 pm, and arts and crafts. There will be a giant bounce/climb/slide inflatable from 9:00 – 3:30 pm on 11/5 only. Fun sports and games as well. Bring lunch, bathing suit, and towel. AM and PM snacks will be provided.   Please note that children must be able to swim without a bubble. They will be tested.  There will be alternate activities for non-swimmers.

Fees:

  • 10/9 and 11/11 – $45 (1st child) / $40 (each sibling) (non-residents add $10 each)
  • 11/5 – $55 (1st child) / $50 (each sibling) (non-residents add $10 each)


2020 February Break


Feb. 18th & 19th – Activities include swimming in the HK HS Pool from 10 – 12 pm, arts and crafts and fun sports and games as well. Bring lunch, bathing suit, and towel. AM and PM snacks will be provided.

 Please note that children must be able to swim without a bubble. They will be tested.  There will be alternate activities for non-swimmers.

Fees:

2/17   – $55 (1st child) / $50 (each sibling) (non-residents add $10 each) *Custodial/Holiday fee included with registration.  Payment is due by February 3rd.  (min. of 20 participants needed to run this program)

2/18 – $45 (1st child) / $40 (each sibling)  Payment is due by February 13th.

February Break Registration:

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Important Phone Numbers:

HK Recreation Office: 860-345-8334
BES After School: 860-345-4692
HES After School: 860-301-0146
KES After School: 860-301-9988

On-line Registration / Membership

Register for most programs from the convenience of your home computer! Create a household membership for easy registration. Members will be able to view their program and payment history. It is very similar to internet shopping!

  • Step 1: Click here for our RecDesk page.
  • Step 2: Register as a new member. Create a login name and password. Fill in your family household information. (Make sure your cookies are enabled)
  • Step 3: Register for available programs, and pay by credit card.

Before School Sunrise Club

Come enjoy the morning with friends playing games, coloring, reading, etc. Program meets for one hour and ten minutes  before the start of school. Program follows the school calendar and does not meet when school
is delayed or cancelled due to weather or other emergencies.

Who: Children grades K- 3 who attend BES or HKIS students in grade 4 & 5. (HKIS students will take transfer bus)
Time: 7:30 – 8:40 am
Fees: $100 / $50 (2nd child) each month (September, October, November, January, February, March, May). $75 / $37.50 (2nd child) each month (December & April)  June TBD.

Register on-line or send in a registration form with a check each month.

Limit: Max. 25
Location: BES All-Purpose Room
Staff: Lisa Stankiewicz, BES Para Educator

June Vacation camp

2019 June Vacation Camp

The HK Recreation Department will be offering a vacation program during April break at the H-K High School Cafeteria. The vacation program will provide care for children in 1st through 8th grade.

We program will be conducted June 17th through June 21st. The program will begin at 7:00 AM and will end at 6:00 PM.

The program’s activities are both active and passive in nature. Types of activities offered include: Arts & Crafts, Sports/Games, Free Play, Swimming in the HK Pool, and a Field Trip. Each day at there will be an organized game in the gym.

Schedule of activities:

  • Swimming: Campers will have a choice to go swimming at the HK pool on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Lifeguards will be on duty along with camp staff.  Please note that children must be able to swim without a bubble. They will be tested.  There will be alternate activities for non-swimmers.
  • Field Trip: * Admission fee and busing is included with your registration. On Thursday, June 20th we will be going to Mystic Aquarium.  We will be departing at 9:30 am and returning by 3:00 pm.  Please pack a bag lunch.
  • Special Event:  On Tuesday, June 18th we will be renting a moonbounce for the day.  *Cost is included with your registration.
  • Ice Cream Truck: On Friday, June 21st, the ice cream truck is coming to camp after lunch.  Please send your child with no more than $3.

The Vacation fees are as follows:

All Inclusive (M-F, 7:00 – 6:00 pm)
If you register your child all week, the fees are $175 for the 1st child and $155 for siblings. (non-residents add $10)

Enrollment: If you do not register your child by  June 12th, enrollment will not be guaranteed.

Late Fee: There is a late pick-up fee of $5 for every 5 minutes a parent is late past 6:00 PM, paid directly to the program staff on the day of late pick-up.

What to bring: Children should bring a bag lunch daily. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Anyone swimming should bring a bathing suit and towel. Children should wear sneakers and dress for active play.

June Vacation Camp 2019 Registration

Counselor-In-Training

If you are interested in applying to be a CIT, please complete an application, which can be obtained at the HKMS main office or from the link at the bottom of this page.  Please mail completed applications to HK Recreation Dept., PO Box 569, Higganum, CT 06441 or email to jen@hkrec.com.

Interviews will be scheduled by the Director of Child Care, Jen Mislick, beginning in March.

If selected to be a CIT, you are required to: attend training, staff meetings; commit to volunteer for 4 weeks and pay $100.00.

For more information email Director of Child Care Jen Mislick: jen@hkrec.com

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