School Break Specials
Members & Non members | K-7th Grade
School Break Specials are full day programs for kids who are out of school for scheduled breaks.
Program Details
- School Break Specials run from 9 am-4 pm
- Open to JCC members and non members
- Must be in K-7th grade
- Registration is per day
- Drop off and pick up are at the JCC Youth Lounge.
- Before and After Care is available with additional registration.
- Kidz Inn participants must register separetely for School Break Specials
- Registrations received less than one week prior to the date of the program will be subject to a $20 late registration fee.
JCC members
Regular Hours: $45/day
Extended Care: $60/day
Non members
Regular Hours: $58/day
Extended Care: $76/day
December
HAPPY HANNUKAH
Monday, December 22
As we wrap-up Hannukah for this year, let’s learn about what we have been celebrating. We will play dreidel, eat some sufganiyot (jelly donuts), and play some games for prizes. Chag Sameach! *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/15/2025
POKEMON PARTY
Tuesday, December 23
Ash is on the way and we are going to spend the day with Pikachu, Charmander, Mew, Eevee and Squirtle. We will play games, make snacks and create crafts all about Pokémon. *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/16/2025
FARM ANIMAL FUN
Wednesday, December 24
Hop on the tractor and let’s head to the farm! We will play barnyard themed games, make crafts about animals and swim like ducks. It is going to be an udderly amazing day! *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/17/2025
FUN FRIDAY
Friday, December 26
What is better than a day of fun. We are going to make sure that all the kids have fun by doing some fan favorite activities all day long. *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/19/2025
CARTOON CRAZINESS
Monday, December 29
What is your favorite cartoon? Spongebob? Bugs Bunny? Mickey Mouse? Let’s have some crazy fun while we spend the day with some of our favorite cartoons. *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/22/2025
BEACH DAY
Tuesday, December 30
It might be cold outside but it is going to be warm in the Youth Lounge as we take a trip to the beach! Swimming, fruity lemonade, and relaxation awaits us. *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/23/2025
NEW YEARS CELEBRATION
Wednesday, December 31
3…2…1….HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Every hour we will have a fun count down activity that will count down to the end of the day when we will celebrate with an extra fun snack! *$20 Late fee registrations after 12/24/2025
January
Science Fiction
Friday, January 2
Harry Potter, Star Wars, Minecraft and more will make this for a fun filled day of Science Fiction fun! $20 Late fee registrations after 12/26/2025
Apples & Bananas
Monday, January 5
We will play Monkey Tag, make tasty fruity treats, and go GO BANANAS! $20 Late fee registrations after 12/29/2025
Popcorn Palooza
Monday, January 19
We will break out the popcorn machine for National Popcorn Day! We will get creative with popcorn themed crafts, snacks, and games. It’s gonna to be poppin! Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 01/12/2026
February
JCC Olympics
Friday, February 13
We will have our own Winter Olympics here in the JCC Youth Department. We will compete in wax paper ice skating and curling and have our very own opening and closing ceremonies. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 02/06/2026
Magic Monday
Monday, February 16
Abracadabra and hocus pocus, here is a day filled with fun and focus! We will learn some simple magic tricks and make some magical snacks and crafts. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 02/09/2026
March
Flower Power
Thursday, March 12
Happy National Plant a Flower Day! We will decorate our own clay pots and plant some flowers to celebrate. We will also get to enjoy some gym time, swimming and other fan favorites. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/05/2026
Silly Science
Friday, March 13
Elephant toothpaste, dancing raisins, invisible ink and more. We will spend the day with silly and fun science experiments that will leave us amazed and smiling. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/06/2026
Creative Cooking
Monday, March 16
We will supply the kids with the ingredients, the tools and the safety precautions, but give them the opportunity to create their own tasty creations in the kitchen. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/09/2026
Super Spies
Tuesday, March 17
Calling all spies, we need your skills and assistance to solve an unsolvable mystery. We will see who qualifies as a “super spy” as we work together to see what we can accomplish. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/10/2026
Italian Vacation
Wednesday, March 18
Pack your bags as we are jet-setting to Italy! We will enjoy an Italian vacation where we will get to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, enjoy an Italian feast and celebrate their arts and culture. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/11/2026
Illumination Creation
Thursday, March 19
We will spend time with Minions & Gru, the Lorax, and Mario & Luigi. We will dive into the worlds of popular Illumination movies and create some characters of our own. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/12/2026
March Madness
Friday, March 20
Let’s have a little madness of our own at the JCC. We will create our own brackets, play our own tournament and have a lot of fun. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/13/2026
April
Homerun!
Monday, April 6
Baseball season has begun and so let’s enjoy a day at the ballpark. We will create our own teams, enjoy some ballpark snacks and play some baseball themed games. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/30/2026
Mario Mania
Tuesday, April 7
Let’s join in on the Mario mania that is happening and have some Mario themed fun. We will make some Mario snacks and crafts, play our own version of Mario games, and maybe even play Mario Kart. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 03/31/2026
Passover Party
Wednesday, April 8
Step into the story of liberation where ancient traditions meet modern excitement! We will bring the spirit of Passover to life through engaging activities, crafts, and games. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 04/01/2026
Gameshows Galore
Thursday, April 9
Let the games begin! We will challenge each other in Family Feud, Jeopardy, Password and other popular Game Shows. Who will be the ultimate Game Show champion. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 04/02/2026
Futuristic Friday
Friday, April 10
In the future, will cars fly? Will people live on the moon? We will let our imaginations run wild as we imagine what the future will look like. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 04/03/2026
Spring is Sprung
Friday, April 17
Spring is here so let’s celebrate. We will enjoy some spring themed crafts, snacks and games and hopefully get to enjoy the spring weather. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 04/10/2026
Pajama Party
Monday, April 20
Let’s take it slow this Monday and enjoy a casual pajama party. We will enjoy some simple games and crafts, swim in the pool, and relax with an afternoon meeting. Max: 30 $20 Late fee registrations after 04/13/2026
Additional Information
Updated Youth Registration Policy
We’ve recently updated some of the terms of our registration policies for Youth programming. School Break Specials, Winter Break Specials, Spring Break Specials, and Kids Night Out programs are subject to the following terms.
- Registrations received 1 week prior to the date of the program will be subject to a $20 late registration fee. There must be at least 8 children registered in order to hold the program. If the minimum is not reached at least 5 days before the program, the program is subject to cancellation.
- Cancellations received more than 1 week in advance of the program will be eligible for a credit on your JCC account.
- Cancellations within 1 week of the program are not eligible for any credit or refund.
Health Form
Parents must complete a Youth Health Form (for each child) and return it to the JCC Youth Department on or before the first day of the program. The Health Form should be updated every year. Download the 2022-23 Jewish Community Center Health Form here.
Before & After Care
School Break Special participants that need to be dropped off before the 9:00 a.m. or picked up after the 4:00 p.m. have the option of registering for Before & After Care.
- Before Care runs 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
- After Care runs 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Registration is per day.
- Breakfast is included for Before Care participants who arrive by 8:00 a.m.
- Afternoon snacks are included for those children in After Care.
- Price is per child and added onto the cost of the School Break Special.
PRICING
Member & Non Member: +$12 / day
What to Bring
- Swimsuit (towels will be provided)
- Dairy Lunch (No meat or items that need to be reheated)
- Tennis Shoes & Socks
- Kids should wear clothes they can move, play, and create in.
There is no need to send extra money for activities. We also ask that kids leave their electronics and money at home. Children are solely responsible for all items they bring with them.
Lunch & Snack
LUNCH & SNACK
Children should bring a dairy based lunch (no meat) with them every day.
We will refrigerate lunches if needed.
Do not send items that need to be heated.
A snack will be provided.
Before Care breakfast is served from 7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Unaccompanied Youth Policy
BEHAVIOR GUIDELINES
All youth within our facility are expected to display appropriate behavior at all times. This includes:
- Consideration of Others
- Respect for the Facility & Staff
- Utilization of Appropriate Language
Any youth who is not behaving in a respectful manner (as deemed by the JCC staff) will be asked to leave. Examples of unacceptable behaviors include: destruction of property, running through the halls, failure to follow staff directives, rowdiness, and use of foul language.
Parents / guardians of unaccompanied youth will immediately be contacted by a member of the JCC staff. They will be asked to promptly pick up their child from the facility.
If a child is sent home, JCC privileges may be suspended until a meeting is convened with the parent or guardian.
The JCC cannot be held responsible for members age 11 and over attending the JCC and not enrolled in an organized activity.
Unaccompanied youth are NOT allowed to hang-out in the following areas:
- Locker Rooms
- Front Lobby Entrance
- Hallways
- Art Gallery
- Membership Services Entrance
- Health Spa Entrance
OTHER GUIDELINES
- When in any of the aquatic areas, children under the age of 12, must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Children, under age 12, must also take a 25-meter swim test to determine their swim ability. Tests will be administered by a lifeguard. Children will be issued a wristband based on their results.
- The minimum age to use the Fitness Center is 13. Teens ages 13–16 must go through a mandatory orientation to ensure a safe and effective workout.
Youth Department Discipline Policy
In order to facilitate a safe, secure, fun environment for all participants attending JCC Youth Department activities the following policy has been implemented. This policy is not intended to be activated for minor “misbehaving” infractions. On a daily basis, the JCC Youth Department works with children who are having a “bad day”. Those types of behaviors, where neither malice nor destructive outcomes were intended will continue to be addressed at the Supervisor/Child level. Time-outs and, in some situations, loss of choice activity will continue to be the discipline implemented.
The Youth Department Discipline Policy will be activated when:
1. The number of minor infractions has been excessive; and /or
2. The behavior constitutes a violation against other children or adults, including unwelcome intentional touching or grabbing of another child, explicit and offensive verbal remarks (either sexual in nature or general taunting), name calling, vulgar or identifiable unacceptable language, or other verbal or physical conduct in violation of the JCC Youth Department Code of Conduct; and/or
3. The behavior constitutes a violation against the JCC or other children’s property and/or
4. The behavior constitutes a safety issue either for the child themselves, other children, or staff. In the event this policy is activated for any child, written documentation will be kept by the Director of all applicable dates, decisions and agreements (including a plan of action if needed.)
The formal discipline policy is as follows:
1. All enrolled children and their parents/guardian will sign a Conduct Contract acknowledging their notice and understanding of our Code of Conduct, and the potential repercussions of negative behaviors.
2. Upon occurrence of the first serious offense which is significant in nature to bring to the attention of the Youth Director, will result in a private discussion between the Youth Director and the child. The child will also be removed from their choice of activity for the day. The parent will be notified of the negative behavior and will be advised that if the same or related behavior is repeated, a parent conference will be required. The director will notify JCC management.
3. If the behavior continues, the child will again be removed from the group activities and the parents will be notified of the need for a Parent/Child/Director conference before the child can return to the program.
4. If the behavior still continues, a parent conference will again be required, (either with or without the child at the parent’s discretion). The child may be suspended from the program for a period of time up to 3 days (at Director’s discretion). The child will then be allowed to continue in the program only after the director and parent have prepared and agreed upon a plan of achieving acceptable behavior in the child.
5. If, after all of these steps, the behavior continues, the child will only be allowed to continue in the program if a professional counselor is involved (at the parent’s expense) in modifying the negative behavior. At this point, the professional will be asked to recommend a time frame for compliance based on the situation. If a professional is not brought in, or the time frame set forth is expended, the child will be expelled from the program with a date for re-entry set by the Director.
Under extreme circumstances and/or in situations when that child or other children’s safety is at risk, the Youth Director, with agreement from the JCC Executive Director, has the authority to ask a child to leave the program without following the above procedure.
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