YDConnect

YDConnect gives families a flexible after-school option while giving young people a place to learn, recharge, build friendships, and stay engaged after the school day ends.

Designed for students in grades K-8, YDConnect operates Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM beginning August 24. The program is drop-in friendly, meaning registered participants may arrive and leave at any point during program hours based on their family’s schedule.

Each afternoon is built around a mix of structured activities and opportunities for choice. Participants will have access to hands-on learning activities, including homework support, games and sports, activities that strengthen social and emotional skills, and student-led community service projects.

Our goal is to create an environment where children can finish the school day with trusted adults, meaningful activities, opportunities to move and create, and time to connect with their peers.

Families may register by the day, week, or month, making it easier to choose the option that works best for their schedule. A 15% sibling discount is available when registering more than one child by using code YDConnect at checkout.

YDConnect has a maximum capacity of 40 participants per day. Upon registration, a handbook will be emailed for review. Caregivers will need to complete and return the handbook, prior to the student’s first day.

Families are currently responsible for transportation to the YDC. Transportation options may be added as the program develops, and families will receive updates as those opportunities become available.

YDConnect follows the Winchester Public Schools calendar and will not operate on teacher workdays, early-release days, holidays, snow days, or other days when Winchester Public Schools are closed.