Extracurricular

Extracurricular activities for children ages 0-5 are vital for holistic development, promoting cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills from an early age. They cultivate confidence, independence, and a passion for learning, setting the stage for future success.

Extra-Curricular activities will begin the week of August 30, 2024.

Tumble Bus

For an additional fee, children ages three to five have an opportunity to take gymnastics on the Tumble Bus with certified instructors. Tumble Bus provides excellence in gymnastics and fitness by creating a fun and safe environment where every student has a chance to reach his or her potential. The Tumble Bus visits the Center weekly on Mondays from 9:30am-12pm to provide gymnastic lessons. Classes are assigned by Tumblebus. For more information contact the Tumble Bus Co. at 479-301-5351 or email TumbleBusTime@gmail.com.

Cost:

  • Plan A- Per Session $180 Taxes Included-16 weeks of classes taught once a week for 30 minutes.

  • Plan B- Per “Month” $45 Taxes Included- 4 weeks of classes taught once a week for 30 minutes.

Jitterbug Dance Class

For an additional fee, children ages three to five may participate in dance classes held on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Taught by a local dance company, instructors visit the Center to teach dance and movement to children participating in the class. Spaces are limited, so availability is first, first served. For more information, contact Jitterbugs at 479-925-6318.

Cost:

  • Program Fee: $50.00 per month

  • Performance Fee: $50.00 per performance (2 performances per year)

For an additional fee, children ages 3-5 can participate in Larson’s Language Center’s Club de Niños Preschool Spanish Immersion Program. The curriculum is built upon the Arkansas Early Childhood Education Framework standards and fused with two more reliable preschool curriculums to create a meaningful bilingual education program. They balance structure and flexibility, allowing LLC to work with each student’s individual needs.

Classes begin August 30, 2024 and are held on Friday’s from 9:30-10:10 am.

Cost: 3 monthly payments of $100 or one payment of $270.

Spanish Language Immersion Program

HWCEC is excited to partner with 37 North, a local outdoor guiding company that offers outdoor youth programming and curriculum for schools, after school programs, and private organizations or groups. Starting in September 5, 2024, HWCEC children will have the option to participate in weekly 30 minute outdoor programming lessons. Lessons will take place on the south and west green spaces of the HWCEC building every Thursday from September 5 to November 21. Visit the link below to learn more and register. 

Cost: 1 time cost of $144

Young Explorers

Feet First Soccer classes are designed to maximize MVPA (moderate to vigorous physical activity) during your child's school day. This helps them perform better in school and is a welcomed break from their normal routines. Our trained coach comes to your child's school once per week and leads a fun & engaging 30-minute soccer class. Every month, your child will focus on a new soccer move and character trait while going on many fun adventures. We want your child to be able to take what they learn in school then practice it at home - and we want you to be involved too! Each month we will post the new curriculum summary card below.

Cost: $50/monthly

Feet First Soccer

Extracurricular Scholarship Program

The Scholarship Program is based on funding availability. Scholarships are reviewed annually. However, scholarships can be audited anytime throughout the year. Only one scholarship per child will be available.

Eligibility

There are 2 ways in which a family may qualify for one Extra-Curricular Scholarship:

  1. DHS voucher, CCAMPIS, Sliding Scale (80%-90%) or STP ONE program recipients qualify for one 100% extra-curricular scholarship 

  2. Sliding-scale recipient receiving a 40-60% reduction qualify for one 50% extra-curricular scholarship 

Income Guidelines

Below are the basic guidelines, which consider gross monthly income in relation to the total household size.

Family Size

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Gross Monthly Income

$2,687

$3,381

$4,074

$4,768

$5,462

$6,155

$6,849

FAQs

  • First, complete an enrollment form for the program your child is interested in. Make sure there is availability before completing the scholarship form. Next, complete the scholarship form and submit it to the Business Coordinator (rharrison@hwccenter.com) before the first of the month. You will be notified within 48 hours regarding your scholarship eligibility. 

  • Your child may begin the activity of choice during the first week of the upcoming month. If you receive a 50% scholarship, make sure that your portion of the payment is paid by the first of each month. The Center will handle the rest. The Business Coordinator will notify the extra-curricular program and will disperse the scholarship funds each month. 

  • Yes, you may disenroll your child at any time. However, it is up to the discretion of the program as to whether you can receive a partial refund for unused sessions during a said month. You must notify the program coordinator (phone numbers are listed on the application) and HWCEC’s Business Coordinator. 

  • The scholarship program will pay for 50 – 100% of the cost associated with one activity per child at any given time. Your child is allowed to drop from one program and enroll in another if space is available and any outstanding fees are paid.