Before and After School Programs
SUN
SUN stands for Schools Uniting Neighborhoods. The purpose of SUN Community Schools is to retain and support students by using the school as a community center and service delivery site before and after school, evenings, on weekends and during the summer. The SUN CS Lead Agency is the non-school entity that works with the principal and other school leadership at a given SUN CS school site to develop a collaborative partnership and deliver SUN CS services.
Visit the DDSD SUN webpage for site coordinators and information
AlphaBEST
Our school district has selected AlphaBEST as its new childcare provider, effective August 25, 2025. This change follows a thorough Request for Proposals (RFP) process in alignment with state procurement laws.
Fall 2025 Enrollment for AlphaBEST is open now! Visit the AlphaBEST website to register online. Fall 2025 AlphaBEST Flyer
AlphaBEST is here to support your family with high-quality before- and after-school programs. Their experienced, caring, and licensed staff ensures your child is safe, engaged, and happy while you’re at work or managing your day.
Every student enjoys a variety of enrichment activities at no extra cost, including Coding, Robotics, Art, Drama, Spanish, Mandarin, Sign Language, Fitness & Sports, and Engineering/Maker projects. Daily programming also includes snacks, homework help, recreation time, and student-choice clubs to keep your child learning and having fun.
AlphaBEST Offers
- Before & after school programs beginning before school at 6:30 am, and after school until 6:00 pm on school days
- Winter Break, Spring Break, and summer camp programs
- AlphaBEST will accept the Employment Related DayCare (ERDC) subsidy
- Discounts for siblings, active military families, and those who qualify for free or reduced lunch
Program Locations
- Cherry Park Elementary
- Earl Boyles Elementary
- Gilbert Heights Elementary
- Gilbert Park Elementary
- Menlo Park Elementary
- Ventura Park Elementary
* Transportation offered if your child attends Lincoln Park, West Powellhurst and Mill Park
Registration
Visit the AlphaBEST DDSD website to register online.
Contact
Customer Care
If you have any questions, please contact the AlphaBEST Customer Care Team at customercare@alphabest.org
1(866)-300-7750
Laura Taylor
ltaylor@alphabest.org
(859)779-3341
Tera Price
tprice@alphabest.org
(503)789-1395
Area Manager
Ilych Gallardo
(520) 268-0143