Safe ‘n Sound 2024 Registration is open!
Get excited! Registration has opened for the Y’s Safe ‘n Sound program for the 2024-2025 school year. The Safe ‘n Sound program offers before- and after-school programs to provide youth with a safe environment for productive free time while supporting educational readiness and success.
Nurturing Potential and Exercising Imagination
How It All Began
Over thirty years ago, the YMCA made a firm commitment to supporting the health and wellness of all children in the Naperville and Aurora communities. The programs we design are geared towards engaging kids in fun activities that foster a desire to learn. Since the beginning of Safe ‘n Sound, our dedicated staff members have focused on encouraging our youth to develop values, skills, and friendships that lead to positive behavior, better health, and educational achievement.
Safe ‘n Sound: What to Expect
The YMCA's Safe ‘n Sound program is designed to empower and engage every youth ! We provide a balance of enrichment and health-focused activities that teach important life skills and cultivate healthy habits. We provide healthy snacks and offer opportunities for daily physical activity in place of excess screen time, two important ways to prevent youth obesity. By helping them form positive identities, they build strong character and take part in improving our community for the better!
Our Youth-Centered Focus Areas
- Arts & Humanities
- Character Development
- Health, Wellness, & Fitness
- Homework Time
- Literacy
- Science & Math Enrichment
- Service Learning
- Social Competence & Conflict Resolution
Register While You Can
Don’t miss out on the summer of a lifetime! Day Camp registration is now open, and our camps are filling up quickly. So grab a spot before they’re all gone and get ready to jump into a world of fun and creative exploration!
Help Continue Our Legacy
We believe that all children should have the opportunity to discover who they are, express their creativity, and learn how to accept and appreciate the differences in others. The YMCA’s Safe 'n Sound program hopes to be a safe and nurturing environment for these key moments of youth development for years to come.
It is only through the support and help of those who believe in our mission that we are able to carry on this important work. With your help, we can continue to keep Safe 'n Sound a program where children develop a brighter future for themselves and their families.
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The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound program serves Districts, 129, 203, and 204.
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Cancellations must be provided at least 2 weeks in advance and emailed to [email protected] to receive a refund.
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Yes, the YMCA accepts Child Care Assistance (CCAP) funds. CCAP is a financial assistance program provided by the Illinois Department of Human Services for children with parents who are employed or attending school.
- Applications are available through the Customer Service Team. Please plan to complete the application and submit for review to ensure accuracy before submitting it to the state.
- Please note, it can take up to 45 days for the review to be completed with the state.
- If you do not qualify for CCAP, you will receive a denial letter. Submit the denial letter to your YMCA and then we will continue with the YMCA financial assistance process. Assistance is based on annual income and family size. Funds may be limited so we encourage families to apply early.
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Yes, we happily offer financial assistance to qualifying applicants. Contact the Safe ‘n Sound team via email at [email protected] to discuss your financial assistance options.
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Yes, all forms and handbooks must be completed and sent to the Safe ‘n Sound team in order to register for the program.
Registration and Emergency Form
YMCA Safe ‘n Sound Parent Handbook: District 129 Sites
YMCA Safe ‘n Sound Parent Handbook: District 203 Sites
YMCA Safe ‘n Sound Parent Handbook: District 204 Sites
Permission to Dispense Medication Form
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Yes — and as we like to say “no school, no problem!” The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound Schools Day Out program is a great way for youth to have fun all day when there is no school. When school is out, our program is able to help keep kids safe and engaged in a full day of activities, which can include field trips, swimming, science projects, creative crafts, and active physical group games!
The Schools Day Out program is available to youth in kindergarten through the 7th grade most days when school is not in session from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m., with drop off before 9 a.m. and pick up after 3 p.m.
Programming is offered in two locations:- District 203: Elmwood Elementary School (1024 Magnolia Lane, Naperville, IL)
- District 204: Fry Family YMCA (2120 95th Street, Naperville, IL)
If your child is participating in the Schools Day Out program, please send a sack lunch, drink or water bottle, and comfortable clothing, including closed toed shoes — and be sure to dress for the weather because we sometimes venture outside.
Please ensure to enroll 5 days prior to guarantee enrollment if space is available. Cancellations must be at least 24 hours in advance to receive a refund. If notification is given less than 24 hours, a doctor’s note is required.
Click here to register.
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Yes! As part of the Schools Day Out programming, we offer Heat/Snow Days when school is canceled by School District 203 or 204 due to weather. When there is extreme weather, we evaluate if staff, as well as participants, can arrive safely and provide a program.
If the school district elects to have a full remote learning day, YMCA staff will help support their remote learning. If your child is participating in this activity, please ensure they bring their devices, chargers, and a headset.
If the school district decides to have a non-school day, our staff will implement engaging activities, such as crafts, active games, and other fun activities. If your child is participating in these activities, please dress them in comfortable clothing and bring appropriate snow clothes: boots, gloves, hat, and a scarf.
All participants should bring a sack lunch and drink, and the YMCA will provide an afternoon snack.
Registrations are accepted on the day school is canceled. Space is limited. The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound program office opens at 6 a.m. to accept phone registrations the day school is canceled. Payment is due at the time of registration.
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The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound program provides before and after school programs to District 129, including:
- Fearn
- Schneider
- Goodwin (Students are bussed to and from Fearn)
Monthly tuition for 5 days is $298 and 3 days is $240 per youth for the PM after school program.
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The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound program provides before and after school programs to District 203, including:
- Scott
- Steeple Run
- Elmwood
- Prairie
The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound program also provides after school programs in District 203 to the following:-
Highlands
Monthly tuition at Elmwood, Prairie, Steeple, and Scott for 5 days is $177 and 3 days is $139 per youth for the AM before school programs. Monthly tuition for 5 days is $389 and 3 days is $289 per youth for the PM after school programs at all schools.
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The YMCA Safe ‘n Sound program provides before and after school programs to Indian Prairie School District 204, including:
- Clow (bused to and from Welch)
- Cowlishaw
- Fry
- Georgetown
- Longwood
- McCarty
- Owen (bused to and from Cowlishaw)
- Patterson
- Peterson (bused to and from Fry)
- SpringBrook
- Welch
- White Eagle (bused to and from Fry)
- Young
Monthly tuition is 5 days $324 and 3 days $236 per youth for the AM or PM, before or after school program.