Wednesday, November 14, 2018

The Benefits Of Elementary After School Programs Santa Barbara Parents Can Appreciate

By George Allen


When schools let out in the afternoon, working parents have to find somewhere for their kids to go. Daycares are possibilities for those with no adults at home to supervise them. For parents who prefer something a little more structured, there are elementary after school programs Santa Barbara kids and parents can take advantage of. There are a number of benefits associated with this choice beyond the important issues of safety and supervision.

If the program you enroll your child in is outside the school she goes to, your child will meet and interact with a whole new set of peers. This will increase her social circle and can be a good thing if she encounters classroom cliques during the day. If you decide to enroll your child in a program within your academic system at least she will be interacting with classroom peers in a different environment.

You should think about enrolling your child in a program that supports an academic atmosphere with regard to the kids in their care. Kids do need down time, but they can still work on homework assignments during this time. When they finish homework during the afternoon, they have extra time in the evening. It can be difficult for parents to spend hours assisting their kids with homework after spending all day at a stress filled job.

A lot of kids are more open to learning in a relaxed atmosphere. In a classroom environment, where they know they are going to be tested, some kids shut down. A program that offers technology, math, and science instruction disguised as interesting experiments and time on the computer can engage those same children. The program may put together plays and offer interested kids roles in them. They may also have instructors who teach art and music, disciplines that may not be available in the schools these kids attend.

Kids can discover they have talent they never knew about when they are exposed to music, art, science, and drama. These facilities often have specialized equipment and supplies, such as Bunsen burners, microscopes, musical instruments, and pottery clay that kids are exposed to for the first time. It is not unusual for kids to discover passions that last a lifetime. These sometime turn into successful careers.

A good program promotes and reinforces social skills. If the kids are encouraged to participate in activities that require cooperation, listening to others, problem solving, and respect, it will have an impact. Even simple games teach kids to take turns and follow rules. If there are problems, adults are close by to mediate.

Developing good habits early can save a lot of trouble down the road. When children are taught constructive behavior, and the benefits of making good choices, they are less likely to get into trouble as teenagers. By then many of them will have learned to put their free time to good use.

These are the kids who choose sports over negative behaviors. They have part time jobs and get involved in extracurricular activities. When kids have access to structured, fun, learning environments after school, they are more likely to succeed academically and in life.




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