After School Programs

McGilvra’s After-School Enrichment Program offers students a wide variety of fun, hands-on classes led by trusted community providers. From art and music to STEM, sports, and creative activities, enrichment gives students the chance to explore new interests, build confidence, and connect with friends in a supportive, engaging environment.

We run three sessions each school year:

• Fall: September – December
• Winter: January – March
• Spring: April – June

All classes are hosted on campus immediately after school and coordinated by the McGilvra PTA to ensure a smooth, safe, and positive experience for all families. There is one scholarship spot available per class. Please email McGilvra’s school counselor, Amy McCue, at asmccue@seattleschools.org for more information.

Questions?

For questions about the program, policies, or general concerns please contact kylah.searing@mcgilvrapta.org.

Please do NOT contact the front office as they are not involved in managing the program.

Registration Instructions

To streamline booking, we’ve adopted a new registration system called Homeroom, which allows you to sign up and manage all enrichment classes in one place.

Class offerings:
Session classes can be found at: https://www.homeroom.com/sites/mcgilvra-elementary-seattle/enrichment

Before enrollment opens, you can view the schedule and create an account in advance. Add your child’s info early to save time during registration.
Create a family account here: https://www.homeroom.com/register (select "Family"). Be sure to choose “McGilvra Elementary” as your school.

How to Book Classes

Visit https://www.homeroom.com/sites/mcgilvra-elementary-seattle/enrichment

• Click an activity title to read full details.
• When enrollment opens, click “Add to Cart.”
• Open your cart (upper right-hand corner) and click the cart icon.
• Proceed to checkout, adding student info and dismissal preferences for each class.
• Enter payment information and confirm your order.
• View your booked classes in your Homeroom account or add them to your calendar.
• A confirmation email will be sent immediately and again 48 hours before class begins.

Need help? Email hello@homeroom.com.

Program Notes

Parent/Guardian Responsibilities

By enrolling your child in a class, you agree to:

• Know the start and end dates of the class.
• Know class drop-off and pickup times.
• Parents are responsible for prompt pickup after class. There is no supervision after class ends. Repeated late pickups may result in removal from the class without refund. No after-school bus transportation is available.
• Parents will be contacted if class behavior is a problem and removal from class is an option if behavior doesn't improve.

Registration

Register online at Homeroom

• Classes are first come, first served.
• Waitlists are processed in the order received.
• You’ll receive email confirmation once your child is enrolled.
• Do not send your child to a class without written confirmation.

Weather & Cancellations

• Classes are canceled if SPS ends the school day early (e.g., for weather).
• No refunds are given for single-session cancellations.
• Prorated refunds start with the second cancellation in a session.
• If a class is under-enrolled, it may be canceled and fees refunded.
• If an instructor cancels a session, a make-up class or pro-rated refund will be offered.

Withdrawal Policy

Refunds are available on this schedule:

• Before first class: Full refund minus $50 admin fee
• After first class but before second: 80% refund minus $25 admin fee
• After second class: No refund

Getting To and From Class

• Grades 1–5 transfer to enrichment classes independently (support available on-site).
• Kindergarteners will be escorted to class.
• Teachers are informed of rosters but are not responsible for transfers.

Contact enrichment@mcgilvrapta.org if your child may need extra help.

Parents are responsible for prompt pickup after class. There is no supervision after class ends. Repeated late pickups may result in removal from the class without refund. No after-school bus transportation is available.

Behavior Expectations

Students are expected to follow the same behavioral standards as during the school day. If behavior becomes an issue:

1. Parents/guardians will be contacted.
2. The student gets one trial class to improve.
3. Continued disruptive behavior may result in removal from the class without refund.

Please talk to your child to ensure they are interested in attending the class before registering.