Free ELO-P @ Pinetree Community School
Sunshine Day Camp is now operating a free Expanded Learning Opportunity Program (ELO-P) at Pinetree Community School. Sunshine Day Camp has been serving children and families of the Santa Clarita Valley since 1984. Sunshine Day Camp currently operates seven different childcare locations, all right here in the Santa Clarita Valley. Sunshine Day Camp’s free ELO-P (Expanded Learning Opportunities Program) will be held on the campus of Pinetree Community School, as a separate program from our fee-based childcare program which is also located at Pinetree Community School.
Our staff are caring members of the community who have completed a health screening, academic proficiency test, and background check. Our student to staff ratio in the ELOP is 20:1 (10:1 for Kinder and TK), per State guidelines.
ELO-P Curriculum
Educational & Fun Hand-in-Hand
In our ELO program, we balance a learning and fun in an engaging environment. While it’s good to have fun, it’s important to have structure and purpose, too. Curriculum includes PE, homework support, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math), and Social & Emotional Learning. Daily snacks are included as well!
The ELO-P (Expanded Learning Opportunity Program) is a State funded program designed to give children additional learning opportunities after school.
ELO-P Eligibility & Ratios
- Per State guidelines, ELO Programs have a student to adult ratio of 20 to 1 (10:1 for TK and K).
- The ELO Program is only available to students that meet certain criteria and have been invited by the Sulphur Springs Union School District.
- To apply for the program, please review the information below and then click on the link found at the bottom of the page.
Peek at a "Typical" Afternoon Day
The 2023-2024 ELO-P is an afternoon enrichment program that includes homework support, enrichment, fitness, and a daily snack.
WHEN: Every regularly scheduled school day from school dismissal until 5:30pm.
WHERE: Sunshine Day Camp ELO program is located at Pinetree Community School.
WHO: This program is limited to SSUSD students in grades TK-6 who have been invited by the school district.
Here is a peek at a typical afterschool day in the Sunshine Day Camp ELO-P
- 2:15p-2:25p Student Check In (by staff), Social Contact & Daily Update
- 2:25p-3:00p Snack Time & Socialization
- 3:00p-3:45p Homework Club/Reading & Student Help
- 3:45p-4:15p P.E. (Sparks Curriculum) & Outdoor Organized Play
- 4:15p-4:45p Enrichment Activity (i.e., science, technology, art/craft, cooking)
- 4:45p-5:00p Social/Emotional Learning Activity (critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity)
- 5:00p-5:30p Organized Centers-Combination of learning and fun
On Wednesdays and minimum days, additional enrichment opportunities will be added to the schedule.
Peek at a "Typical" Summer Camp/Full Day
2024 Summer Program (Open 7:30a-4:30p)
June 10, through July 26.
Here is a peek at a typical full 9-hour day in the Sunshine Day Camp ELO-P
- 7:30a-8:00a Check In, Social Contact & Daily Update
- 8:00a-8:30a P.E. (Sparks Curriculum) & Outdoor Organized Play
- 8:30a-9:15a Enrichment Activity #1 (i.e., science, technology, art/craft, cooking)
- 9:15a-9:45a Snack & Socialization
- 9:45a-10:15a Recess
- 10:15a-10:45a Enrichment Activity #2 (i.e., science, technology, art/craft, cooking)
- 11:45a-12:15a Enrichment Activity #3 (i.e., science, technology, art/craft, cooking)
- 12:15p-12:45p Lunch
- 12:45p-1:15p Recess
- 1:15p-1:45p Academic Activity (i.e., site words, flash cards, math games)
- 1:45p-2:15p Social/Emotional Learning Activity (critical thinking, communication, collaboration, creativity)
- 2:15p-2:45p Enrichment Activity #4 (i.e., science, technology, art/craft, cooking)
- 2:45p-3:15p Snack
- 3:15p-3:45p Indoor Group Game
- 3:45p-4:00p P.E. (Sparks Curriculum) & Outdoor Organized Play
- 4:00p-4:30p Indoor Organized Centers-Combination of learning and fun
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is my student guaranteed a spot?
A: No, the registration process is first come-first served. The program is reserved for students who meet certain eligibility criteria.
Q: When will I know if my student will be in the program?
A: We expect to notify parents within 7 -14 days of application.
Q: Are my students expected to attend every day and stay for the full program every day?
A: While daily attendance is encouraged, students are not required to attend every day and stay for the full program.
Q: Are the programs free?
A: Yes, the programs are funded by state funds. Parents do not need to pay for ELO-P.
Q: Who should I contact if I have more questions?
A: Please email shelby@sunshinedaycamp.com with additional questions. Please allow 48 hours for a response.
Begin the ELOP Application Process Now!
Note: All submitted applications must be reviewed and approved by District personnel. Once you complete the Application Link below, it will be automatically submitted for reveiw and approval process. If your child is approved by the District, the application will be added to our enrollment list, and enrollment information will be sent for completion. If enrollment full by the time your application is approved, you will be automatically added to the waitlist in the order it was received. Please allow for up to 14 business days for the approval process.
To apply for the ELO program, please click here
For additional questions, please email shelby@sunshinedaycamp.com or naomi@sunshinedaycamp.com with additional questions. Please allow 48 hours for a response.
