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Before & After School Extended Learning Program

21st Century Community Learning Centers

Othello School District, in partnership with 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC), offers free before and after school programs designed to support students academically, socially, and emotionally beyond the traditional school day.

This federally funded program provides safe, engaging learning environments before school, after school, and during the summer for students in grades 3–8.

Program Objectives

Academic Support

Students receive academic enrichment aligned with state and local standards, with a focus on reading and mathematics.

Youth Development

Programs support social-emotional learning, leadership, civic engagement, and life skills in a safe, structured environment.

Extended Learning Opportunities

Students participate in hands-on activities including STEM/STEAM projects, the arts, physical education, and career readiness programming.

Family Engagement

Families are invited to engage in literacy and educational development opportunities that strengthen school–family–community partnerships.

Who Is Eligible?

The program serves students in grades 3–8. While all students may be considered, priority is given to:

  • Students at risk of not meeting academic standards

  • Students who struggle despite school-day support

  • Students lacking supervision before or after school

  • Students living in poverty or who have experienced trauma

  • Students who can serve as peer tutors or program leaders

  • Students interested in leadership, STEAM, and enrichment activities

  • Students with strong attendance, minimal behavior concerns, and parent involvement

School & Program Alignment

To support student success, the Extended Learning Program is closely aligned with the school day:

  • Site Coordinators collaborate with teachers to share progress updates

  • Programming aligns with classroom instruction

  • Teachers check in with participating students

  • Teachers and students complete post-program surveys to support continuous improvement and OSPI reporting

Referral Process

Referrals may be submitted by parents/guardians or school staff.

  1. School-day teachers review academic, attendance, and behavior data

  2. Families are contacted and a referral form is completed

  3. A permission slip is sent home and returned to the Site Coordinator

Important: Submitting a referral does not guarantee acceptance. Space is limited.

Program Expectations

  • Consistent attendance is required

  • No cost to students or families

  • Transportation and daily snacks provided

  • Registration must be completed prior to participation

Refer a Student

Submit a referral using the links below:

Location & Hours

Before School

Mondays

  • Hiawatha, Lutacaga, Scootney, Wahitis: 8:00 am - 10:00 am

  • McFarland: 7:15 am - 9:00 am

Tuesday - Friday

  • Hiawatha, Lutacaga, Scootney, Wahitis: 7:30 am - 8:15 am

After School

Monday - Thursday

  • at Hiawatha (serving Hiawatha & Lutacaga Students): 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  • at Scootney (serving Scootney & Wahitis Students): 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  • at McFarland (serving McFarland Students): 2:30 pm - 5:15 pm

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)