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 Day and Time: Weekdays, 1:30-6:00 pm, No class on holidays
Address: 1644 Virginia St, Berkeley, CA 94702
Price: $399 Berkeley residents/$456 non-residents per session
Session 1: Monday, August 17-Friday, September 11
The Virginia-McGee Afterschool Program is thoughtfully designed to support TK and K students as they grow, play, and prepare for elementary school. Each week is filled with arts and crafts, sensory activities, and cooperative group games. Daily Circle Time fosters early literacy and listening skills through engaging stories and songs. Ample time for free open play encourages emotional regulation and helps children navigate early social dynamics, all while nurturing independence and confidence.
Whether they're building friendships, creating something new, or learning through play, our program supports each child's transition into the elementary-age skill set.
Bus Transportation
BUSD will provide bus transportation from Thousand Oaks, Rosa Parks, Sylvia Mendez, and Oxford Elementary Schools by the end of August.
Bus service is not available from Sylvia Mendez on Wednesdays.
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 The Recreation Division is offering a new afterschool program for 6th-8th grade students.
The Afterschool Counselor-In-Training (CIT) program gives middle school students the chance to step into leadership, build confidence, and develop real-world skills through meaningful, hands-on experience.
As CITs, students work alongside staff, mentor younger participants, and learn the value of responsibility, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving in a fun, supportive environment.
The program will be offered at the following community centers:
Registration fee is $50 per month.
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The following afterschool programs currently has limited spaces available for 1st-5th graders:
- Live Oak Community Center -- 3 spots
- Shorebird Nature Center -- 1 spot
Bus transportation from BUSD schools is currently not available for this program.
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 Looking for an afterschool activity for your child? We've got you covered at the pool!
The Barracudas work with experienced coaches to build their stroke techniques, endurance, and confidence. The team has four levels: Beginners, Advanced Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced.
Prospective participants must complete a try out to be eligible for registration. Tryouts are held every Friday from 3:00 - 4:00 pm at King Pool; try-outs are held on a drop-in basis and do not require pre-registration.
Participants who pass the tryout will be recommended for a level and be placed on the tryout list. Families on the tryout list will be able register for the team.
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Ages: 6 - 18 years
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Location: King Pool
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Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Beginners/Advanced Beginners Group 1), 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Advanced Beginners Group 2/Intermediate/Advanced)
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Days: Monday-Friday
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Fee: $135 Resident / $162 Non-Resident per 4-week session
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For questions about an event or to request an accessibility accommodation, please contact Recreation Customer Service or the facility where the event will be held.
Recreation Customer Service
Parks Customer Service
Community Centers
- Frances Albrier, (510) 981-6640
- James Kenney, (510) 981-6650
- Live Oak, (510) 981-6690
- Willard Clubhouse, (510) 981-6730
Pools
Waterfront
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