SW Valley Times

Registration is now open for the city of Buckeye’s Before and After School Enrichment program. This popular program is offered at schools located in both the Buckeye Elementary School District (BESD) and the Saddle Mountain Unified School District (SMUSD).

The Kid’s B.A.S.E. program offers a safe, convenient and affordable option for Kindergarten to 8th grade (ages 5-14) students at locations throughout the city. Benefits include:

• A fun and safe alternative to having your child home alone
• Homework assistance and educational activities
• Healthy snacks
• Physical fitness and creative play to engage your child’s mind and body

Kid’s B.A.S.E. locations at BESD schools operate from 6 a.m. to the start of school, and school release until 6:30 p.m. daily at eight select schools in the district.

The Kid’s B.A.S.E location at Tartesso Elementary and Desert Sunset Elementary in the SMUSD is currently open for Kindergarten to 5th grade students only, with a modified schedule:

• Mondays - 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (at Tartesso only)
• Tuesday through Friday – after school only, until 6:30 p.m.

The BASE program is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services and accepts DES for payment. In addition, all employees must pass an annual federal background check and training to ensure all locations are safe and fun.

Learn more about the Kid’s B.A.S.E. program by calling 623-349-6350. To download an application go to www.buckeyeaz.gov/youthprograms.

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