World Explorers FAQs

MissionExpert family education services:after-school and camp programs, focusing on community, whole-child experience, creative programming, and staff development.Program themeSTEAM-inspired afterschool curriculum exploring world cultures — themed adventures from ocean depths to outer space, global wonders, international cuisines, science, and storytelling. Children develop social-emotional skills to become caring, responsible global citizens.ActivitiesCooking classes · science & engineering workshops · art explorations · mind & body fitness · dramatic play · homework support · free playWho can enrollStudents in 3K through 5th grade. Full coverage (all 3 blocks) available each trimester.Flexible enrollmentWE CORE and WE PARTNER classes available for enrollment. Build your schedule based on afterschool coverage needs. Some classes cover 2 class block periods (2:30–4:30 PM).Behavior modelS.M.I.L.E. — Active supervision framework used by all staff.ScanMoveInteractLearnEncourage Code of conductCommunity & Family Code of Conduct provided every trimester (or after major policy updates). Must be signed before the child's first day each trimester.Payment optionsPay in Full · Afterschool Installment Plan

What it is: World Explorers core classes across all 3 daily blocks. Themes include science, art, sports, theater, language, and creative play.Flexibility Enroll in 1, 2, or all 3 blocks per day, or mix and match individual classes across the week (e.g. theater Tuesdays, STEM Thursdays, soccer Fridays). Choose 1–15 classes per trimester.Full-time option All 3 blocks M–F operated by WE staff. Discounted rate for full-time M–F enrollment — the best value.Includes daily Snacks · group homework breakout groups (if needed) · unstructured free play alongside enrichment classes. Classroom pickup is included for children enrolled in the 2:30 class.

What it is Classes led by external experts, TBBS teachers, or select WE staff — deeper dives into specialty interests. Can be combined with WE CORE classes.OfferingsSpanish · Cheerleading · Pickleball · SoccerCost$265–465 per class. Priced separately from WE core. May occupy 1–2 class blocks. Open to the entire school community. Price shown before enrollment.DiscountsDOE and sibling discounts do not apply to Partner classes.DaysAvailable Monday through Friday. Pricing and class length vary by subject and provider.Drop-inDrop-in care is NOT available for WE Partner Classes.Teacher absenceIf a Partner class is cancelled due to teacher absence, students may join the WE CORE class in that block (or their alternative afterschool program may take the block). No make-up days, refunds, or credits.Low enrollmentWE Partner classes require a minimum number of students to operate. If minimum is not reached, enrolled families are contacted for an alternative solution, including switching to an available class or receiving a refund.

Who it's for Families needing coverage on a day they are not currently enrolled — including after registration closes, subject to space (WE CORE only).What's covered: Full afternoon — all 3 WE class blocks (2:30–5:30 pm). Pickup by 6:00 pm.How to register: Afterschool Home Page → "Take Me to Drop-In" → select day(s) → choose child → Single Session or Class Pack → add to cart → check out. Register online up to 24 hours in advance.  Same day registration- email site supervisor by 1pm.Single-day rate: $35 per day.Packs: Discounted packs of 5, 10, or 20 sessions available. Can be shared between siblings.Drop-in booking noticeAt least 24 hours in advance. Emergency drop, email site supervisor for requests less than 24 hours.Before attending: Sawyer Family Profile and a valid Child Health/medical form required. Notify the child's teacher that they will be attending World Explorers. Restriction: Not available for WE Partner Classes.

On the Afterschool Home Page, click “Take Me to Drop-In.” 2. Select the day(s) you would like your child to attend. 3. Choose the child you wish to enroll. 4. Select the enrollment option. Single Session, or Class Pack (multiple sessions) 5. Add your selection to the cart and proceed to checkout to complete registration.

Yes! Our snack menu is nut-free and planned to include healthy kid-favorites. In addition to packaged snacks, we serve fresh fruit and veggies, and we encourage the kids to drink water often.

Yes, we offer group homework help inside our daily after school schedule.

Fall Trimester: September 14, 2026 - December 23, 2026Winter Trimester: January 4, 2027 - April 2, 2027Spring Trimester April 5, 2027 - June 25, 2027**June 28, 2027 -General Assembly Afterschool DayDOE holidays have been accounted for in pricing and lesson planning for each class.