ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT &
CHILD CARE AT THE
ILLINOIS VALLEY YMCA
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Educators & Directors
Nancy Piccatto
Y Tykes Instructor
Julie Kobold
Just for Two’s Instructor
Maya Ahlstrom
Youth Development Director
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Just for Two's
Just for twos is the start of your child’s preschool experience, we pack a lot into the hour-long class. The focus of the class is socialization, learning to share and taking turns we also focus on learning to transition into different class structures, art time, playtime, snack time and carpet time. We believe learning can be fun.
Please note: Your child must be two years old by September 1st to register.
Y Tykes
This class is a combined class of 3- & 4-year-old children. They must be 3 by September 1st to enroll in the class. We start everyday with carpet time, a very important part of our day where we go over our season, weather, month/day, letter of the week, letter sounds, sight words, shapes, colors etc.
There is separate planning of age-appropriate table work for the different ages of 3/4.
The 3-year-olds will be introduced to fine motor skills, writing their name, number/letter recognition, cutting skills, coloring, painting, counting, tracing etc.
The 4-year-olds will work on all of that, but bumped up to their level, as well as kindergarten readiness skills and table work.
We work on developing important social skills necessary in preparing all our students for kindergarten. They will learn how to share, follow simple directions, participate in group activities and communicating their wants and needs.
| Program | 2023/2024 Fees |
| Just for Two's | Fees: Y Member $58/Month Non Member $76/Month *No registrations accepted without fees and signed forms. $50 registration and supply fee which is non-refundable. |
| Y Tykes | Fees: Y Member $110/Month Non Member $145/Month *No registrations accepted without fees and signed forms. $95 registration and supply fee which is non-refundable. |
| Before-School Care | LaSalle Before Care: Members $4.00/Non-Member $6.00 Peru Before Care: Members $5.00/Non-Members $7.50 *Please note that pricing for Before Care differs between LaSalle & Peru, as well as Members & Non-Members. |
| After-School Care | LaSalle/Peru After Care: Members $10.00(1)/$8.00(2)/$6.00(3+) Non-Members $15.00(1)/$13.00(2)/$11.00(3+) *price break for multiple children |
| Child Watch | FREE/No Cost |
Preschool Programs FAQ
Classes begin in September after Labor Day.
All children registering for our preschool program will need to turn in a copy of birth certificate, current doctor’s physical as well as complete immunization record.
Just for Two’s
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 9–10A
Y Tykes
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: 9A – 12P
We follow the Peru Public School System for holiday days off and snow days. When in doubt for snow days, listen to WAJK/WLPO.
Children do not need to be potty trained; however, we do not change them, and parents will be called if need be.
We do not tumble anymore; however, we swim monthly.
For additional information or questions about our preschool programs, send us an email.
CHILD CARE
The Illinois Valley Y Before and After-School Care (BASC) programs serve our area families by supplying a safe and entertaining place for children to focus on social growth and academic enhancement while parents have the freedom to work or study. These programs provide children with options to explore and develop their interests and talents, and allow parents the comfort of knowing that their children’s needs are well cared for by highly qualified, CPR and First Aid-certified staff.
Children are like sponges—they watch and absorb knowledge, skills and values from everything and everyone around them. At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for quality of life and future success.
That’s why our after-school program is staffed with people who understand the cognitive, physical and social development of kids, the need children have to feel connected and supported in trying new things and the caring and reinforcement parents and families need to help each other.
Most importantly, children learn how to be their best selves. That makes for confident kids today, and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.
**LaSalle & Peru are bussed to the YMCA for after school M-F schools release to 5:30PM
~ Homework & packaged snacks
~ Active Play (contact less sports & games)
~ Arts & Crafts
~ Reading time
BASC: children can be signed up at any point during the school year.
You do not have to be a Y member to enroll.
If you have questions please contact the Youth Development Director at 815.223.7904 Ext. 035 or [email protected]
To register for Before and/or After-School care you can pick up a packet at either elementary school or at the Illinois Valley YMCA.
*Limited spaces available, sign up soon!
The child watch area is open and supervised free of cost to all YMCA members and class participants. Parents MUST REMAIN on the YMCA premises and be using the YMCA facilities while their children are in the child watch area. Children must be at least 6 month old. Children are able to stay in the child watch area for up to ONE Hour.
Children at the Y
For their own safety, children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by a parent at all times, unless in a supervised YMCA program. Children under age 6 may accompany a parent into opposite sex locker rooms if closely supervised. Those aged 6 and up must use the same sex locker room. No children allowed in adult locker rooms.
Child Watch Hours:
Monday: 8am-12:30pm | Tuesday & Thursday: 8am-12pm | Wednesday: 8am-1pm | Friday: 9:00am-12:00pm | Saturday: 8:30am-11:30am
MONDAY–THURSDAY: 4-7pm
Child Watch Rules:
- Parent’s/Caregivers should follow social distancing guidelines while waiting to drop off or pick up kids.
- Children ages 6 months and up.
- Playground/Outdoor play structure will be sanitized between groups.
- No reservations – Time limits may be put into place during peak days/times.
*Hours are subject to change without notice.
*Children must be at least 6 months old and parents must remain at the YMCA
SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION & PRICES 2023
- END DATE IS AUGUST 11th for BOTH CAMPS
Discovery Camp (Pre-School Ages 3-5yrs.)
START DATE June 5, 2023
Monday – Thursday 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Y MEMBERS (4 Days) $60
NON-MEMBERS (4 Days) $90
Discounted Week for Memorial Day and 4th of July Week
MEMORIAL DAY/JULY 4th (No Camp)
Y MEMBERS $50 (3 Days) and $20 (Daily)
NON-MEMBERS $80 (3 Days) and $30 (Daily)
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Challenger Camp (Ages:5-12yrs. old / K – 6/7th Grade)
START DATE June 5, 2023
Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 5:30PM
REGISTRATION FEE: Individual- $45 / Family- $90
Drop-In/Daily Rate: Individual- $45 / Non-Members- $55
3 Day Rate:
Member Single Child- $120 / Member Additional Child(ren)- $110
Non-Members Single Child- $150 / Non-Member Additional Child(ren)- $135
5 Day Rate:
Member Single Child- $150 / Member Additional Child(ren)- $135
Non-Members Single Child- $200 / Non-Members Additional Child(ren)- $180
*no refunds given for days registered for/not attended.
*Packet + Registration fee required prior to registration for any days/weeks of program.
The IL Valley YMCA offers child care services in partnership with IL Valley Community College. The child watch area is open and supervised FREE of cost to all students.
- Monday-Thursday: 8:45AM – 3:15PM
- Friday: 8:45AM – 12:00PM
- AGES: 3-5 years old, must FULLY potty trained. **For special circumstances, please contact Maya Ahlstrom.
- Room is located in the CTC building room 206
**Hours are subject to change without notice. Contact [email protected] or more details.
REGISTRATION PACK
LaSalle Northwest
Grades: K – 5
Before School Location: LaSalle Northwest
After School Location: Illinois Valley YMCA
*After School participants will be bussed to the YMCA
Before School Times: Monday – Friday / 6:30 – School Begins
After School Times: Monday – Friday / School Ends – 5:30p
Peru Northview
Grades: K – 5
Before School Location: Peru Northview
After School Location: Illinois Valley YMCA
*After School participants will be bussed to the YMCA
Before School Times: Monday – Friday / 6:30a – School Begins
After School Times: Monday – Friday / School Ends – 5:30p