Y-Club Before & After School Care

Holy Cross Catholic School          

Y-Club After School Care is held on-site at Holy Cross Catholic School for students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

Registration Information

A registration form must be filled out before a participant's first week of care. Download form here: English Registration Form and Spanish Registration Form

Online registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA. You must have an email or current billing method on file to access your online account. All participants are required to have a registration form on file.

Community members not in our system will need to:

• Download registration form
• Fill it out
• Email form to Maycie Wise, Youth Development Director, at mwise@ymcagm.org
• We will reach out to confirm your registration

School's Out, Y's In (SOYI)      
For scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are registered 24 hours prior care will be canceled for the day. Pre-registration required. 

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Emergency Closing Care      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided subject to a state of emergency. Care is provided at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are present by 9:30 AM, care for the day will be canceled.

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.
Haga clic aquí para descargar nuestro Manual para padres de Y-Club. (Spanish Version)

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• Child Care Assistance is available to help you to access our license-exempt programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website Early Ed Connect (in.gov).
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, Member Administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to FSSA Child Care Assistance.

Holy Family Catholic School          

Y-Club After School Care will be provided at Holy Cross Catholic School for students Pre-K through 8th grade. Bussing will be provided for students from Holy Family Catholic School to Holy Cross Catholic School. Parents/Guardians will pick up students at Holy Cross Catholic School.

Registration Information

A registration form must be filled out before a participant's first week of care. Download form here: English Registration Form and Spanish Registration Form

Online registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA. You must have an email or current billing method on file to access your online account. All participants are required to have a registration form on file.

Community members not in our system will need to:

• Download registration form
• Fill it out
• Email form to Maycie Wise, Youth Development Director, at mwise@ymcagm.org
• We will reach out to confirm your registration

School's Out, Y's In (SOYI)      
For scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are registered 24 hours prior care will be canceled for the day. Pre-registration required. 

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Emergency Closing Care      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided subject to a state of emergency. Care is provided at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are present by 9:30 AM, care for the day will be canceled.

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.
Haga clic aquí para descargar nuestro Manual para padres de Y-Club. (Spanish Version)

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• Child Care Assistance is available to help you to access our license-exempt programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website Early Ed Connect (in.gov).
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, Member Administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to FSSA Child Care Assistance.

Lakeshore Public Schools Y-Club      

Y-Club Before and after school care is held at Roosevelt Elementary for students from Hollywood, Roosevelt, and Stewart. Lakeshore Public Schools will bus children to and from Roosevelt for Y-Club. The first day of Y-Club will be Monday, August 30, 2021.

Payment

• A one-time, non-refundable $50/child or $75/family registration fee due at time of registration
• Fees draft on the 19th of each month and cover the month following
• If registering after August 19, 2021, deposit and first month's fees will be due at registration

Registration

• Enrollment is on a full-time basis with payments due monthly
• Registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA by clicking the button above. You may access your online account using an email the Y has on file or the phone number of the primary user on your account. Please call or stop by if you are new to the Y or need assistance. ​
• As a licensed program, we require the following paperwork before you may leave your child in our care. Please email completed forms to Ryan Kitron at rkitron@ymcagm.org or drop them off at the Y.
  • Child Information Record
  • Admission Agreements

​Schools Out, Ys In (SOYI)      

For scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at the Benton Harbor-St. Joseph YMCA. Please bring a swimsuit, gym gear, and lunch. On half days, all Lakeshore students are bussed from Roosevelt Elementary by the Y.

Payment

• SOYI fees will be drafted on the day of care.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Emergency Closings      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided if Lakeshore or St. Joseph School District closes subject to state of emergency. Care is provided at the Benton Harbor-St. Joseph YMCA and includes time in the gym and pool! Please bring your swim and gym gear and lunch.

Payment

• You will be registered at no cost.
• Billing will be drafted the day after emergency closing.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• MI Bridges can help you to access our state-licensed programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website or download a PDF.
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, Member Administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to MI Bridges.

Mishawaka Catholic School          

Y-Club After School Care will be held at the Mishawaka Catholic School - St. Bravo Campus for students Pre-K through 8th grade. Bussing will be provided for students from St. Joseph and the St. Monica Campuses. Parents/Guardians will pick students up from the St. Bavo Campus.

Registration Information

A registration form must be filled out before a participant's first week of care. Download form here: English Registration Form and Spanish Registration Form

Online registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA. You must have an email or current billing method on file to access your online account. All participants are required to have a registration form on file.

Community members not in our system will need to:

• Download registration form
• Fill it out
• Email form to Maycie Wise, Youth Development Director, at mwise@ymcagm.org
• We will reach out to confirm your registration

School's Out, Y's In (SOYI)      
For scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are registered 24 hours prior care will be canceled for the day. Pre-registration required. 

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Emergency Closing Care      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided subject to a state of emergency. Care is provided at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are present by 9:30 AM, care for the day will be canceled.

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.
Haga clic aquí para descargar nuestro Manual para padres de Y-Club. (Spanish Version)

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• Child Care Assistance is available to help you to access our license-exempt programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website Early Ed Connect (in.gov).
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, Member Administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to FSSA Child Care Assistance.

Niles Community Schools Y-Club      

Before School Care
Before School Care is available for students from Ballard and Howard-Ellis, and is held at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA. Students will be bussed to their schools by Niles Transportation.

After School Care
After School Care is available for students from Ballard, Howard-Ellis, Eastside, and Ring Lardner, and is held at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA. Students will be bussed by Niles Transportation to the Y at the end of the school day.

Registration

• Registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA by clicking the button above. You may access your online account using an email the Y has on file or the phone number of the primary user on your account. Please call or stop by if you are new to the Y or need assistance. ​Please note, if you register online you do not need to fill out a paper registration form.
• As a licensed program, we require the following paperwork before you may leave your child in our care. Please email completed forms to Nicole Mireles at nmireles@ymcagm.org or drop them off at the Y.
  • Child Information Record
  • Admission Agreements

Payment

• A one-time, non-refundable $50/child or $75/family registration fee due at time of registration.
• Enrollment is on a weekly basis
• Fees draft on Friday one week before care
• If you need billing accommodations, please reach out to Natalie Cooper at ncooper@ymcagm.org

Schools Out, Ys In (SOYI)      

For half days and scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your school-aged child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at the YMCA. Please bring a swimsuit, gym gear, and lunch. Half days are built into weekly Y-Club pricing structure for Y-Club students and do not require additional registration. Community members may register for half-day care without regularly attending Y-Club. Dates are determined based on Niles Community School calendar. Pre-registration is required. 

Payment

• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.
• SOYI fees will be drafted on the day of care.

Emergency Closings      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided if Niles School District is closed subject to state of emergency, however, children from any local school may register and attend. Care is provided at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA and includes time in the gym and pool! Please bring your swim and gym gear and lunch.

Payment

• You will be registered at no cost.
• Fees draft the day after emergency closing.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• MI Bridges can help you to access our state-licensed programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website or download a PDF.
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, membership administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to MI Bridges.

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

St. Anthony De Padua Catholic School           

Y-Club After School Care is held at St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School for students in grades Pre-K through 8th. Y-Club is only available for students participating in in-person learning.

Registration Information

A registration form must be filled out before a participant's first week of care. Download form here: English Registration Form and Spanish Registration Form

Online registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA. You must have an email or current billing method on file to access your online account. All participants are required to have a registration form on file.

Community members not in our system will need to:

• Download registration form
• Fill it out
• Email form to Maycie Wise, Youth Development Director, at mwise@ymcagm.org
• We will reach out to confirm your registration

School's Out, Y's In (SOYI)      
For scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are registered 24 hours prior care will be canceled for the day. Pre-registration required. 

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Emergency Closing Care      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided subject to a state of emergency. Care is provided at O'Brien Fitness Center. Please bring a water bottle, gym gear, and lunch. If no participants are present by 9:30 AM, care for the day will be canceled.

Payment

• Payment due at time of registration.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.
Haga clic aquí para descargar nuestro Manual para padres de Y-Club. (Spanish Version)

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• Child Care Assistance is available to help you to access our license-exempt programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website Early Ed Connect (in.gov).
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, Member Administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to FSSA Child Care Assistance.

St. Joseph Public Schools Y-Club      

Y-Club Before and after school care is held at the Benton Harbor-St. Joseph YMCA for students from Brown, E.P. Clarke, and Lincoln. St. Joseph Public Schools will bus children to and from Y-Club. The first day of Y-Club will be Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

Payment

• A one-time, non-refundable $50/child or $75/family registration fee due at time of registration
• Fees draft on the 19th of each month and cover the month following
• If registering after August 19, 2021, deposit and first month's fees will be due at registration

Registration

• Enrollment is on a full-time basis with payments due monthly
• Registration is available online for those who have visited the YMCA by clicking the button above. You may access your online account using an email the Y has on file or the phone number of the primary user on your account. Please call or stop by if you are new to the Y or need assistance. ​
• As a licensed program, we require the following paperwork before you may leave your child in our care. Please email completed forms to Ryan Kitron at rkitron@ymcagm.org or drop them off at the Y.
  • Child Information Record
  • Admission Agreements

​Schools Out, Ys In (SOYI)      

For scheduled school days off, such as teacher development days, conferences, and some holidays, your child can enjoy programming at the YMCA! SOYI will be held at the Benton Harbor-St. Joseph YMCA. Please bring a swimsuit, gym gear, and lunch. On half days, St. Joseph students are bussed to the Y from their individual schools by St. Joseph Transportation.

Payment

• SOYI fees will be drafted on the day of care.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Emergency Closings      

For unexpected days off, such as snow days, you can have peace of mind knowing your child has Y-Club. This service will be provided if Lakeshore or St. Joseph School District closes subject to state of emergency. Care is provided at the Benton Harbor-St. Joseph YMCA and includes time in the gym and pool! Please bring your swim and gym gear and lunch.

Payment

• You will be registered at no cost.
• Billing will be drafted the day after emergency closing.
• A $20 charge will be incurred if you are enrolled but do not attend.

Parent Handbook

Click here to download our Y-Club Parent Handbook.

Pickup Procedures

Students must be signed out by a YMCA staff member who will verify that the adult is authorized to pick up the student. After-school programs conclude at 6:00 PM each day. Students must be picked up no later than 6:00 PM. Parents can arrange for their child to be picked up earlier if necessary.

Financial Assistance

We recognize that access and affordability to child care can be challenging. Please see your options below for financial assistance.

• MI Bridges can help you to access our state-licensed programs, like Y-Club, through financial assistance for those who qualify. Learn more on their website or download a PDF.
• The Y offers financial assistance to those who qualify. Please fill out our financial assistance application, found here, and email Natalie Cooper, Member Administrator, at ncooper@ymcagm.org.
• In order to qualify for a scholarship from the YMCA, you must first apply to MI Bridges.