S.P.L.A.S.H. After-School Program
Session II: December 1, 2008 - January 15, 2009
2008-09 SPLASH Registration Form
What is S.P.L.A.S.H.?
Morning Jump Start
Homework Lab
Classes, Clubs and Activities
Registration and Fees
FAQs
What people say about SPLASH
SPLASH Sessions / Daily Schedule
For more information
What is S.P.L.A.S.H.? (Students Playing Learning After School Hours)
- SPLASH is the UMS after-school program. SPLASH activities are led by UMS staff, Urbana Park District staff and community partners. University of Illinois tutors volunteer in the Homework Lab. Funds for SPLASH are provided by Urbana School District’s 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant.
- Programs include classes, clubs, activities, Homework Lab and Morning Jump Start.
- Last year, 389 students participated in SPLASH.
- 40% of the UMS student body has taken a SPLASH class.
Morning Jump Start
- The Morning Jump Start program helps students organize and prepare for the coming week. Students will be encouraged to clean out their binders, finish their homework, check their assignment notebooks and prepare for the school day.
- No registration is required.
- The program meets from 8-8:40 a.m.
Homework Lab
- This program offers Urbana Middle School students a safe educational environment after school Monday-Thursday on normal school days. Tutors are available to work one-on-one with the students. Participation in the Homework Lab is not required every day. Registration is required and space is limited.
- Homework Lab times are 3:35-4:30 p.m.
Classes, Clubs and Activities
- SPLASH offers a variety of classes throughout the year. Examples of the types of classes include arts and crafts, babysitting, dancing, pet care and sports.
- Clubs include Band, Art and Math.
- Activities offered through the SPLASH program include field trips, drama and play production and the SPLASH game room.
- SPLASH offers Wednesday Early Out Activities each Wednesday from 2:45-3:30 p.m.
Registration and Fees
- No fees for Homework Lab, Morning Jump Start and Wednesday Early Out Activities.
- Fees are assigned to classes, clubs and activities. If your child qualifies for free or reduced lunch, no fee is required.
FAQs
There is no charge for Homework Lab, Morning Jump Start and Wednesday Early Out Activities. Classes, clubs and activities are assigned fees. If your child qualifies for free or reduced lunch, all fees are waived.
How will my child get home after SPLASH?
Transportation is provided by MTD or Laidlaw at 5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday. On those days students requiring a MTD transfer will ride Laidlaw.
How do I register my child for SPLASH?
SPLASH runs in 4-6 week sessions. Homework Labs, Morning Jump Start, Early Out Activities stay the same. The clubs, classes and activities will change. Your child will be given a booklet by a team teacher with the list of new classes and registration form before every session. The completed registration form can be returned to the office, a teacher or put in the gray box outside of the SPLASH room (1350).
What are the behavioral expectations?
SPLASH is an extension of the school day; therefore, the same rules and expectations outlined in the UMS Student Handbook will be followed during SPLASH.
What people say about SPLASH:
Students say:
“The tutors helped me in Homework Lab with my work and I got caught up.”
“I got to meet new people.”
“It’s a way to have fun with your friends at school and take classes you both like together.”
Parents say:
“Good balance of education and entertainment.”
“Keeps the kids involved in school.”
Teachers say:
“SPLASH provides students with a positive outlet after school.”
“The wide variety of activities encouraged students to explore and excel in new areas.”
SPLASH Sessions and Daily Schedule
Session I: Oct. 6 - Nov. 13, 2008
Session II: Dec. 1, 2008 - Jan. 15, 2009
Session III: Feb. 2 - March 12, 2009
Session IV: March 30 - April 30, 2009
Monday: 3:35-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:35-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 2:45-5:30 p.m.
Thursday: 3:35-5:30 p.m.
For more information contact:
Kathy Cearlock
Urbana Middle School
1201 S. Vine Street
Urbana, IL 61801
217-384-3685 (before 3:30 p.m.)
217-531-7149 (after 3:30 p.m.)