Purpose of the After-care at Juliet Music and Art Center
The Juliet Music and Art Center is pleased to offer after-school care tailored to meet the needs of families with busy working schedules. Our afterschool program is designed for students from Pre-K through fifth grade, aiming to provide a balanced blend of academic support, enrichment activities, and social skill development. Our experienced instructors offer academic support in core curriculum subjects, helping students with homework, assignments, and comprehension of key concepts. Our afterschool is a combination of academic support for core curriculum subjects as well as engaging activities that stimulate creativity and imagination, Reading Time: Opportunities for students to explore books and enhance literacy skills. Art & Craft, Hands-on art projects that encourage artistic expression and creativity. Group Games, Fun and interactive games that promote teamwork and cooperation. Indoor/Outdoor activities that encourage movement and outdoor exploration.
When does it begin?
The Juliet Afterschool Care program begins on the first day of the school year and operates from Monday through Friday on a daily basis. We align our schedule with the DOE calendar, including half days, parent-teacher conferences, and other publicly observed holidays. For families needing care during these times, our center is available to offer services upon request. Additionally, we provide care during Winter and Spring breaks for those interested. To arrange care during half days, holidays, or breaks, please reach out to us at julietmusicartinc@gmail.com to make the necessary arrangements.
The office will send registration forms to each individual family,
per request by emailing julietmusicartinc@gmail.com.
Our rates can be found at the chart below:
For incoming clients, our registration fee is a non-refundable fee of $45 payable by cash, check, or credit card.
Parents will also have the option to pay for a whole term of afterschool if desired. The Juliet after school care will now add a daily pick-up fee of $2.00. The Material fee is $5.00 monthly.
Payment methods include by cash, check, credit card or Zelle. Payment is due upon the first attendance of the aftercare. If there are issues with payment, please inform the office immediately. No refunds will be issued after the first week of the after school.
Afterschool attendance and commitment
For the 2023 - 2024 school year, parents and incoming clients enrolling in the Juliet After School Care program are required to commit to a consistent attendance schedule. To ensure the smooth and safe dismissal of students from school, our office will no longer permit families to make weekly changes to their after-school attendance schedule.
Once a schedule has been established and agreed upon, it will be expected to remain consistent throughout the school year. Consistency in attendance is crucial for the effective operation of our after-school program and the safety of all participating students. Having a consistent schedule allows our staff to adequately prepare for each day's activities, ensure proper supervision, and maintain a secure and organized dismissal process.
Failure to adhere to the attendance commitment policy may result in the forfeiture of the child's spot in the Juliet After School Care program for the remainder of the school year.
By enrolling your child in the Juliet After School Care program for the 2023 - 2024 school year, you agree to comply with this attendance commitment policy. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and organized after school environment for all students.
Important note to parents: Please remember to email your child's schoolteachers to inform them that he/she will be attending afterschool at Juliet for a specific number of days throughout a school year. This serves as a precautionary measure to avoid any confusion or miscommunication regarding your child's attendance on those days. Failing to notify the schoolteachers may result in our office experiencing difficulties in picking up your child from school. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in ensuring a smooth and organized afterschool pickup process.
Pick- ups
In person pick-ups are available at the PS 144 building for children attending this school. Children attending other schools who wish to participate in afterschool at Juliet, the parent/guardian must drop off their child at the center.
Late Pick-up fee: A late fee of $10.00 will be applied for each day a late pick-up occurs 10 minutes past the registered pick-up time. For example: If our office has a record of your child being picked up late on 4 different days, the late fee would be $40.
Music, and language lessons
At the Juliet After School Care program, we are excited to offer music and language lessons as part of our afterschool curriculum. Students have the option to enroll in either music or language lessons, with sessions available once per week. Students can choose to attend music or language lessons on a day that best fits their schedule during the week. This flexibility allows students to explore their interests and develop new skills without overwhelming their afterschool commitments.
We are also pleased to offer a special discount for our afterschool students. Students enrolled in our afterschool program will receive a $5 discount on each music and language lesson they attend. This discount is our way of encouraging students to take advantage of these enriching opportunities and pursue their passion for music or language learning.
Detailed tuition rates for music, art, and language lessons can be found on the "Tuition" tab on our website. We strive to provide affordable options for high-quality instruction, ensuring that our students have access to valuable learning experiences that complement their afterschool care.
By incorporating music and language lessons into our afterschool curriculum, we aim to offer a well-rounded educational experience that fosters creativity, cultural appreciation, and lifelong learning skills. We encourage parents and students to explore these exciting opportunities and take advantage of the discounted rates available exclusively for our afterschool students.
Birthday Parties/Special Events
Children may choose to bring small treats to the Juliet center to celebrate birthdays. Parents must inform the office in advance of the children’s birthday in advance by emailing julietmusicartinc@gmail.com or calling 718-268-8878.
Cancellation/Absence policy
Parents should notify The Juliet After School Care for their child's absence, however the center will no longer issue credit or refunds if a child is absent from the afterschool.
Termination of services
For the safety of the students attending after school at Juliet, our center reserves the right to terminate services if: a student does not follow center rules, or behaves in extraordinary ways that can endanger other students. Or Parents refusal to pay tuition. No refunds will be issued.
The Juliet Center will NOT be responsible for any lost personal belongings. We strongly encourage children to leave anything that is deemed valuable, at their homes.
