Youth and Teens

The  Marion Family YMCA  nurtures the potential of every child and teen by supporting their unique youth development journey through holistic programming. From cradle to career, the Y provides all youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life. The Marion Family YMCA offers a wide variety of activities and programs for youth and teens.

 

 

SUPER KIDS – Ages 7 – 13

For kids and families looking for a healthier lifestyle

Super Kids is a fun and interactive program that gets kids aged 7-14 active and informed to make healthy choices for life. The program is geared around the child so the kids feel supported in their health and fitness choices. The program will run for 6 months and children are welcome to join at any time as long as there is space available.

The program consists of age appropriate activities meant to teach the importance and benefits of staying active.
These activities can include:
• gym games
• strength training
• cardiovascular workouts
• stretching
There is also a nutrition lesson taught twice monthly with interactive activities to keep the kids engaged.

The program runs from October 6, 2020 through March 26, 2021.
Class meets Tuesday & Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pm

If you join in October, the cost is $50 for a membership through March 26, 2021
The membership remain active as long as the child maintains 80% attendance in program sessions (parents need to attend twice a month minimum). The family and child must attend three months of the Super Kids Program to receive an additional three months membership at no extra cost. Total membership is 6 months for $50 if attendance requirements are met.

Registration deadline for this option is December 26, 2020.

Already a member?

Pay just $10 per month per child
Attendance is encouraged but not mandatory
For more information go to: https://www.marionymca.org/youth/

Registration deadline for this option is December 26, 2020.

MARION FAMILY YMCA IS NOW OFFERING
FREE MEMBERSHIPS FOR 6TH GRADERS!

All Marion youth entering / in 6^th grade during the 2020 – 2021 school year have the opportunity for a free membership to the Y.

LEARN AND PLAY
Shoot some hoops with friends
Sign up for basketball, soccer or flag football programs

CONNECT AND HAVE FUN
Hang out and make new friends
Go on an adventure at Summer Camp

Membership period is now through August 31, 2021

Requirements for the free membership include:

Must be in 6^th Grade for the 2020-2021 school year.
Must be registered in person at the Y by a parent / legal guardian.
Child and a parent / guardian are required to participate in an orientation session or via phone call.

Visit the Marion Family YMCA to register or for more information contact Monica Addy at 740-725-9622 or email maddy@marionfamilyymca.org

CHILD WATCH  IS OPEN

Kids can play in a fun, safe environment under the supervision of responsible Y staff so members can work out or take a class.

Hours and Age

• Monday – Thursday 9:05am – 11:20am and 4:45pm – 7:00pm
• Ages 18 months through 8 years
• We will limit the spots to 6 children to 1 staff

 Capacity & Reservations

• 6 children to 1 staff
• Maximum 2 hours and 15 minutes
• Reservations required. Parents can sign up one week in advance
• To register online:
  Go to https://groupexpro.com/schedule/873/?view=responsive or call 740-725-9622 and
  Member Service Center can make your reservation for you.
• You must register your child’s name
• Members will be charged $3.00 if registered and do not show more than 2 times in a three month period. If you can’t make it for your reservation, we ask that you cancel on line or call the Y. at least 2 ours prior to the day and time.

Protocols and Safety

• All children will be required to wash their hands before entering child watch in the lobby
  restroom.
• Parent must not arrive any sooner than 5 minutes before Child Watch opens.
• Parent must maintain 6 feet apart outside of Child Watch when dropping off their child/children.
• One parent is allowed in Child Watch to check their child/children in. The parent is only allowed right inside the door.
• A waiver form will need signed before your first visit. If you have not signed the waiver, you must go to member service center before entering Child Watch.
• Parent is required to wear a mask to drop off and pick up their child/children.
• Staff will take your child/children’s temperature and if it is 100 or over, your child will not be able to stay.
• Staff will place a nametag on the child’s back after they enter the room.
• We will do our best within child watch to encourage distancing, but recognize the challenge of doing so with children. This area is covered by the standards provided by the Governor for childcare sites.
• Child Watch staff will wear face masks.
• There will be limited toys and they will be disinfected before a new group of children come in.
• No outside toys will be allowed.
• Food and drinks are not permitted in Child Watch for allergy and safety reasons.
• Your child may bring in a water bottle (water only) with the child/children’s name on the bottle and already filled with water.
• No strollers, car seats, binkies, etc. allowed in Child Watch.
• Child Watch is subject to close if staff is ill.

 

ENHANCING YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL DAY

We have changed our plan to match the school hybrid schedule this fall.
We’ve got you covered.

 Program Dates & Times: 

• August 31 through May 28. We generally follow Marion City Schools (MCS) and Pleasant Local Schools calendars.
• Before school care: starting 6:45 am until school bus picks up at the Y. MCS will pick up for George Washington & Benjamin Harrison. Pleasant picks up for Pleasant Elementary.
• After school care: until 6:00 pm – Arrival at Y by MCS bus from George Washington & Benjamin Harrison or from Pleasant by Pleasant bus until 6:00 pm.
• Full Day Care: Will be offered while school districts operate on a hybrid in-school model due to COVID-19. The program will be offered Monday- Friday. Weekly fees are for a child to attend three days per week.

Location & Transportation

• Program is currently located at the YMCA 645 Barks Road East. We’re working with community partners on an alternative location if demand is greater than what we can accommodate at the Y.
• Benjamin Harrison (BH) and George Washington (GW) students: transportation from the Y to BH / GW and from BH / GW to the Y is provided by Marion City Schools. Transportation to & from BH / GW is available for students in grades K through 5 only. Parents should inform the school that their child is attending Y School Age Child Care (SACC).
• Pleasant students: The Y building is in the Pleasant School District; parents in Pleasant need to complete a babysitting form in their school office indicating the Y as their pick up / drop off location.

Program Fees for Before & After School Care: One Time Nonrefundable Registration Fee: $30 per child

• Before School only: $15 per week for Y Members; $20 for Program Participants
• After School only: $25 per week for Y Members; $29 for Program Participants
• Both Before & After School: $33 per week for Y Members; $43 for Program Participants
• Fees are based on a two-day school week and will remain the same for the first nine weeks of the school year. We will match before & after school care to the districts’ plans for each 9-week period.
• Fees must be paid the Friday in advance through automatic draft. If opted out of automatic draft, there is an additional $5 fee per child per week. Your child is considered enrolled until you withdraw and fees are due regardless of attendance (exception for COVID-19 illness or quarantine).
• Financial Assistance with fees is available based on household size & income. More information is available marionymca.org/financialaid/

Fees for Full Day Care: One Time Nonrefundable Registration Fee: $30 per child (if you also registered for before & after school care, there’s no registration fee for Full Day Care). The YMCA will provide full day care Monday-Friday, while districts(s) are on a hybrid week due to COVID-19. The Y will facilitate classroom learning for students during this time. Fees are based on three full days of care, and are not adjusted for those that choose to come fewer than three days per week.

• One day, Full Day care: $20 per week for Y Members; $32 for Program Participants
• Three-day, Full Day care: $60 per week for Y Members; $96 for Program Participants
• Fees must be paid the Friday in advance through automatic draft. If opted out of automatic draft, there is an additional $5 fee per child per week. Your child is considered enrolled until you withdraw and fees are due regardless of attendance (exception for COVID-19 illness or quarantine).
• Financial Assistance with fees is available based on household size & income. More information is available marionymca.org/financialaid/

Meals: The YMCA will provide an afternoon snack for After School Care. We ask that children in Before School Care have breakfast at their school building. The Y will also provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack for Full Day Care participants.

Health Protocols: Health protocols will be in place including daily health screenings, daily temperature checks, limited access to program area by parents, all children & staff will wear a mask. Health protocols are subject to change based on current community conditions and recommendations from CDC, health departments and other experts.

Financial assistance and Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC): Financial assistance is available for households that demonstrate financial need through the Y’s Membership Discount program. Contact the Y or visit our website www.marionymca.org/financialaid/. The YMCA is working with ODJFS to accept Publicly Funded Child Care. We hope to have this service available starting in October. However, we can’t guarantee this.

Registration: Register in person at the Y or online at marionymca.org/register. After initial registration, parents will need to complete all required registration forms prior to your child’s first day at the program. Parents will receive these forms by email.
More Information: Contact Justis Davis at 740-725-9622 or jdavis@marionfamilyymca.org

 

YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT

Youth in government is a program where teens learn about the legislative process, how to write and research bills, and how to participate in elections. Their work culminates
in teens serving as delegates at their state conference, debating bills on the floor of the legislature.

Join a delegation today! For more information, contact Justis Davis at 740-725-9622 or jdavis@marionfamilyymca.org