Gardner Street School, Los Angeles

Families can choose from four different after school programs: Beyond the Bell Students in 2nd through 6th grade whose parents deem them suitably independent may attend this free program. Students engage in self-directed activities on the school play yard, with minimal supervision provided by LAUSD staff members. There are no sign-in or sign-out procedures and students leave the campus by their own accord. STAR - NOVA NOVA is STAR's enrichment program of individual classes in the areas of academics, STEM, performing arts, visual arts and sports. Classes are held once or twice a week and fees vary. Register online. STAR - Galaxy Galaxy offers a balance of academic support, enrichment classes, fitness and recreation programs. Students rotate through a homework lab, sports/fitness/recreation and enrichment classes from the end of the school day until 6 PM. This is a fee based program and families may register online. STAR - Galaxy 4 Galaxy 4 is supported by a foundation and grants and provides a free option for families who need it. Activities are similar to the Galaxy program - homework assistance, sports and recreation, enrichment classes and includes a nutritious snack. Students are required to attend daily and are expected to remain until 6 PM. Currently, there is a waiting list for the 2014-2015 school year. All STAR programs are open to students in Kindergarten through 6th grade. Students report to their STAR instructor at the end of the school day.