After School & Study Central

After School and Study Central programs are designed to stimulate children’s interests through a variety of activities.

Kids walking off of the JCA bus.

Overview

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End the day at the JCA. Our After School and Study Central programs are designed to nurture, encourage and stimulate your child’s interests through a variety of activities in a positive environment. The After School program is for kids in grades K – 5 while Study Central is for teens in grades 6 – 8.

In After School at the JCA children choose from challenging and varied activities, receive monitored homework and computer lab time, and experience the high-quality enrichment classes only available at the JCA.

Study Central is designed with quality and flexibility in mind for preteens and teens. The Study Central program supports socialization, independence and responsibility in a supervised environment after school. In addition, the JCA works with local professionals to offer optional enrichment opportunities in sports, fitness and the arts.

Registration

For After School or Study Central registration information, please contact our Youth Services Director, Evan McInnis, at (904) 730-2100 ext. 249 or at evan.mcinnis@jcajax.org. You may also reach out to our Youth Services Assistant Director, Lea Melvin at ext. 245 or at lea.melvin@jcajax.org.

Hours

After School & Study Central

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about After School and Study Central?

How do I sign my children up?

For After School or Study Central registration information, please contact our Youth Services Director, Evan McInnis, at (904) 730-2100 ext. 249 or at evan.mcinnis@jcajax.org. You may also reach out to our Youth Services Assistant Director, Julia Breen at ext. 274 or at julia.breen@jcajax.org.

Will the JCA pick my child up from school?

Yes, transportation is available from select schools with minimum enrollment.

What do children do in After School and Study Central?

In our After School program, children choose what they are interested in doing. We have a wide range of activities for children, including a monitored homework room and computer lab. In Study Central, the JCA works with local professionals to offer optional enrichment opportunities in sports, fitness, and the arts.

Are snacks provided to children in After School and Study Central?

One kosher snack per child is provided daily.