Bright Beginnings is a YMCA community outreach program that provides children in need with the fall clothing and school supplies needed to start the new school year with confidence and excitement. 

Shopping Date: August 16 & 18, 2011.

Opportunities to get involved:

• Be a volunteer shopper
• Sponsor a child - $150 sends one child on a shopping trip. 
• Be a Backpack Buddy
• Make a donation 
• Provide school supplies

To be a Backpack Buddy for our 2011 Bright Beginnings Event:

• Pick up a collection bag from the Welcome Center or from one of the yellow boxes in the lobby.  There are labels on the zip lock collection bags with school supply need-lists. 
• Please place those items in the bag and return by August 5th to one of the yellow boxes found in the lobby of the YMCA. 

SCHOOL-AGE REGISTRATION

Registration for the Fall School-Age Program is now open.

The YMCA's childcare programs foster growth and development in children of all ages.  Activities include playground fun, arts & crafts, games, character instruction and special events. The School-Age programs offer supervised homework time and optional care for days when school is not in session. Programs are licensed by the Department of Social Services. For the school-age program, contact Teresa Borkert, ext. 209. 

At the time of registration, parents must bring copies of the child's current physical, original birth certificate and immunization record.