Philadelphia Unveils Free Winter Camp for Students at Extended Day Schools, Seeks Consultants for Program Expansion

Philadelphia families with children in Extended Day/Extended Year (ED/EY) Schools are in for a treat this winter, as registration opens for a new, free winter camp designed to keep students engaged and entertained during the Winter Break. According to an announcement by the

City of Philadelphia

, this first-time initiative will unfold over five days and accommodate up to 2,000 students in a full-day camp from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Those interested in the Winter Break Camp should reach out to the principals or ED/EY providers at one of the 20 selected schools, running thanks to Mayor Parker’s pilot initiative, the camp is a joint effort by the city and the School District of Philadelphia to provide continuous learning and care, the participating schools have buffed up their programs, offering not just after school care which now almost doubles in capacity to 2,555 seats but also before school care for as many as 1,400 students.

Free before/after school care and break-time supervision are only part of the benefits, as these schools are also providing enrichment opportunities through collaborations with community groups. Full details on how to get involved with the Winter Break Camp can be found by visiting the

City of Philadelphia website

.

The City of Philadelphia has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for consultants to help expand and improve its Extended Day/Extended Year program. The goal is to refine and possibly expand the program based on feedback from the pilot year and create a strategic plan for future growth. Consultants will be expected to engage the community and provide clear plans for expanding the program. Interested organizations with relevant experience can apply by November 22.

The City is looking for consultants with at least five years of experience in out-of-school programs, policy, or evaluation. Applicants should be able to engage leaders from various sectors (public, private, nonprofit, and philanthropy) to create a forward-thinking plan. The goal is to shape the future of extended learning programs that meet community needs. Interested organizations can find more details and application information by visiting the

City of Philadelphia website.

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