Worth Township
Youth Commission
New After School Youth Programs
11601 South Pulaski
Alsip, IL 60803
708-371-2900
www.worthtownship.com
[email protected]
Programs / Activities for Ages 3-6
Open Gym
Ages 3-6
Our gym is your playground. We have scooters, bikes, balls and a safe environment
for kids to let off some steam.
$5.00 Drop In Fee for Township Residents/$8.00 for Non-Township Residents
Child must be accompanied by an Adult.
Monday - Thursday (6 Weeks)
10:00 - 11:30 am
September 29, 2014 - November 6, 2014
No Class:
October 13th and November 4th
Mega Fun
Ages 3-6
5/20 (min/max)
Let the fun begin! With Mega Blocks First Builders Deluxe Building Bag, your little
ones can start building and creating trucks, towers, and anything else that they can
imagine!
Mega Fun will encourage building with colors and numbers. The large blue, yellow,
red and green blocks in this set are perfect to fit little hands. At the end of the 6 week
session, children will be able to keep their bag of Mega Blocks.
$40.00 Township Residents / $50.00 Non-Township Residents
Mondays
(6 Weeks)
September 29, 2014 - November 10, 2014
1:00 - 2:00 pm
No Class: October 13th
Finger Paint
Ages 3-6
5/20 (min/max)
Children will create colorful, creative and textured works of art. This will give the
children an opportunity to increase fine motor skills and sensory awareness. Children
will use textured materials such as play dough, sand or glitter as well as finger paint.
Neatness does not count, so be sure to dress for mess!
$40.00 Township Residents / $50.00 Non-Township Residents
Tuesdays
(6 Weeks)
September 30, 2014 - November 18, 2014
1:00 – 2:00 pm
No Class: November 4th and 11th
P.E. Time
Ages 3-6
5/20 (min/max)
P.E. Time will consist of a variety of activities such as relay races, bike riding, freeze
tag, obstacle courses, small basketball hoops, and fun. Your child will meet new
friends and have a ball.
$40.00 Township Residents / $50.00 Non-Township Residents
Wednesdays (6 Weeks)
October 1, 2014 - November 5, 2014
Animal / Dinosaur Discovery
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Ages 3-6
5/20 (min/max)
Your child will discover wonderful fun facts about dinosaurs and different animals
throughout our six week program. A different story will be read and the children will
draw, count and sing their way while learning.
$40.00 Township Residents / $50.00 Non-Township Residents
Thursdays (6 Weeks)
October 2, 2014 - November 6, 2014
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Programs / Activities for Ages 6-11
Junior Arts & Crafts
Ages 6-11
5/20 (min/max)
This arts & craft class will help your child be creative and artistic. We will offer a
different project each week. Children in this class will draw, paint and use other forms
to express themselves. Neatness does not count, so be sure to dress for a mess.
$45.00 Township Residents / $55.00 Non-Township Residents
Mondays
(6 Weeks)
September 29, 2014 - November 10, 2014
4:30 - 5:30 pm
No Class: October 13th
Growing Gourmets
Ages 6-11
5/20 (min/max)
Children can enjoy the wonderful world of cooking! Each week the Growing Gourmets
will prepare an exciting new snack and each child will have the opportunity to be able
to be their very own “food critic”. Children will learn the different food groups and be
responsible for the set up and clean up. With a dash of camaraderie, a cup of
creativity and a pinch of kitchen confidence. We encourage healthy snacks and eating
habits along with safety and sanitary conditions. Don’t forget the apron or towel.
$60.00 Township Residents / $70.00 Non-Township Residents
Tuesdays
(6 Weeks)
September 30, 2014 - November 18, 2014
No Class: November 4th and 11th
Open Gym
Ages 6-11
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Children will have the opportunity to play many activities such as bean bags,
basketball, volleyball, dodge-ball, soccer and football. Participants must wear gym
shoes.
$5.00 Drop in Fee for Township Residents / $8.00 Non-Township Residents
Wednesdays
(6 Weeks)
October 1, 2014 - November 5, 2014
Skills & Drills
4:00 - 5:30 pm
Ages 6-11
5/20 (min/max)
Brush up on your basic volleyball & basketball skills. This class will run drills and
review the rules of the sports.
$40.00 Township Residents / $50.00 Non-Township Residents
Thursdays (6 Weeks)
October 2, 2014 - November 6, 2014
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Programs / Activities for Ages 11-15
Dodge Ball
Ages 11-15
5/20 (min/max)
A group activity that stimulates physical strength and emotional balance and selfconfidence. Meet new friends and have a ball. Three ball maximum on the court at all
times.
$40.00 Township Residents / $50.00 Non-Township Residents
Mondays
(6 Weeks)
September 29, 2014 - November 10, 2014
6:00 - 7:00 pm
No Class: October 13th
Open Gym
Ages 11-15
Children will have the opportunity to play many activities such as bean bags,
basketball, volleyball, dodge-ball, soccer and football. Participants must wear gym
shoes.
$5.00 Drop in Fee for Township Residents / $8.00 Non-Township Residents
Tuesdays
(6 Weeks)
September 30, 2014 - November 18, 2014
No Class: November 4th and 11th
Tween Club
Ages 11-15
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Hang out in the Youth Commission Office and play Ping-Pong, hangman, watch
movies, and just hang with your friends. Meet new people and play board games.
$30.00 Township Residents / $40.00 Non-Township Residents
Thursdays (6 Weeks)
October 2, 2014 - November 6, 2014
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Girls Volleyball League 2014 / 2015
Girls in 4th, 5th, 6th 7th and 8th grades play from December 1st thru March 13th on school
or individual teams. Teams are competing in each of the five divisions throughout the
season followed by playoff games. First thru fourth place teams in each division will
receive a team trophy. All players will receive a certificate of participation. Must
register a full team to participate.
Team Limit: 12 Teams per Grade Division (6th, 7th, 8th)
10 Teams per Grade Division (4th, 5th)
Registration: October 22, 2014 & October 23, 2014
3:00 - 8:00 pm
$350.00 per Team - Township Resident Rate / $450.00 Non-Township Resident Rate
Teams of 13 - Additional Players - $15.00 per Player.
$25.00 Late Fee per Team or Player will be assessed if signed up after registration
date.
Homework Haven
1st Grade - 8th Grade
Drop in for homework help. Children 1st Grade - 8th Grade will receive assistance on
their homework in a safe & quiet learning environment.
$5.00 Drop In Fee for Township Residents/$8.00 for Non-Township Residents
Monday - Thursday (school days only)
September 29, 2014 - December 11, 2014
3:30 - 7:30 pm
Closed:
October 13th, November 11th, 26th, 27th and 28th
Log-on to our website at:
www.worthtownship.com
and read about the other programs
the Youth Commission Provides for
Worth Township Residents.
Among them:
Apple Tree
School Supplies for children in need.
Christmas Care
Christmas gifts for children 10 and
under whose families are in need.
Santa’s Room
Children who are accompanied by an adult can come and visit Santa Claus. Small gifts are provided for young
children. Families are encouraged to being their camera and take pictures with Santa.
Coat Drive
(including outerwear)
Beginning November 3, 2014 new and
slightly-worn coats and outerwear will be
collected by Worth Township. The items will be
made available to Township residents in need.
Lenon Wisdom Memorial Spelling Bee
This annual event is held every April and
Showcases the best spellers in Worth Township. The participants are in grades six through eight and must be
sponsored by their school.
Worth Township Elected Officials
SUPERVISOR
Kevin Hughes
CLERK
Katie Elwood
ASSESSOR
John H. Dietrick
TRUSTEES
Michael Mahoney
Theresa Roche
Patrick Hanlon
Richard Lewandowski
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONER
Edward Moody