Shepherd's Gate
Academy
Before and After School Program
Shepherd’s Gate highest priority is for working parents to feel confident that their children are in a safe and family-oriented environment.
Serving the community for over 25 years!
Working parents can focus on their jobs with confidence, knowing their children are cared for and nurtured in a safe and enriching environment.
Shepherd’s Gate was established to provide that peace of mind for parents and offer children a fun and engaging place to go after school. Our program features a diverse range of activities, including gardening, animal care club, dance, arts and crafts, homework assistance, gym, outdoor sports, ukulele instruction, choir, and much more.
As a fully licensed before and after-school program, Shepherd’s Gate is committed to evolving with current practices and trends in childcare. We achieve this through ongoing training and workshops while remaining true to the core beliefs and principles that distinguish our program.
Ana Torres,
Executive Director and CEO, Shepherd's Gate
Before School
Hours: 6:30am - 9:00am
The before school program provides provide a comfortable setting ensuring all children start the school day on the right foot! Counselors offer quiet board games, book clubs, academic enrichment, arts and crafts, and other activities to keep children engaged and excited while they wait for their school bus.
After School
Hours: 2:30pm - 5:30pm
The goal of the after-school program is to provide a safe environment for children to grow socially and academically. Parents can work with the peace of mind, knowing their children are receiving the highest quality care.
Children will be introduced to many new and exciting areas of enrichment they might not have had the opportunity to experience otherwise. These enrichment areas include:
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Enviromental Education
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Homework Help & Study Skills
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Literacy Programs
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Social & Emotional Learning
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Sports & Recreation
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Arts & Dance
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Science
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Cultural studies
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Academic Enrichment
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Enviromental Education
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Life Skills
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Health & Wellness
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Animal Care & Science
Homework Room
Our top priority at Shepherd’s Gate is to ensure that each child completes their homework every day. While we do not offer one-on-one tutoring, our counselors are dedicated to assisting each child in understanding their assignments, helping them complete their homework with the best possible chance of success.
“Lambs Corner” Children’s Animal Farm
Lambs Corner offers a hands-on learning experience caring for animals, including goats, rabbits, & chickens, and gardening in the organic children’s garden. Educators will guide children in taking what is being taught in the classroom and applying it in real-life settings. This approach allows students to put science, social and emotional education, literacy, and other areas of learning into practice.
Experiences in Science
Lambs Corner will give children many opportunities to experience science through nature such as basic animal anatomy and veterinary care, as well as understanding and practicing basics in horticulture. Head counselors will also plan fun and engaging activities that will bring out the scientist in all children through rocket building and experimentation, volcano projects, basic robotics, and many other areas of science that are age appropriate to each group.
Sports and Recreation
Shepherd’s Gate features over 200 acres of property, including baseball field, playgrounds, and expansive open spaces for a variety of activities. Children can engage in sports such as soccer, football, volleyball, bike riding, and more, as well as other traditional and non-traditional sports.
Additionally, children have access to a full-size gymnasium daily for indoor activities, ensuring that physical exercise continues even in inclement weather.
All sports and recreational activities are designed to promote good health, develop positive interpersonal skills, and provide opportunities for children to learn teamwork and leadership.
The Arts
Children often have known interests and many more they have yet to discover. At Shepherd’s Gate, we aim to introduce them to a broad range of artistic experiences. Our program includes dance, choir, instrument lessons, theatre, sculpting, painting, and other artistic disciplines. Not only will children have the chance to explore and enjoy these art forms, but they will also be able to showcase their talents in our various shows throughout the year.
Monthly Themes
The After-School program will feature a program-wide theme each month, such as multicultural appreciation, science, going green, the Olympics, Talent showcase, and more. These themes create excitement and enthusiasm for children, and counselors ensuring that each day is packed with engaging and diverse activities.
Parents are encouraged to view this page often to stay up to date with the monthly themes, activities, and events planned for the month.
