C.A.R.E. and Restore Illinois
Gurnee Park District is accepting limited registration for the before/after school program at Growing Tree Preschool as well as District 50 and District 56 schools. If you are in immediate need, please call Sabrina at 847-599-3746 to discuss enrollment options.
Additional program details, including safety policies, can be found below. Should you have any additional questions, please contact the program supervisor, Sabrina Hinkens, by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 847-599-3746.
Register for District 50 C.A.R.E.
District 56 C.A.R.E. - call 847-599-3746
District 50 C.A.R.E. at Hunt Club Park Community Center
We offer quality care for children K-8th grade participating in self guided remote learning at Hunt Club Park Community Center. Staff will help children log on to their remote learning requirements, assist with technology needs and supervise as children complete their assignments.
This recreation program is relaxed and designed to counter-balance the day’s remote learning activities with games, activities, art and outdoor play. At this time the program is limited to 50 participants. There are multiple program options. Children will be required to wear a face covering and must be able to comply.
District 56 at Hunt Club Park Community Center
This program will take place at the Hunt Club Park Community Center and will follow the District 56 school calendar. Staff will help children log on to their Remote Learning requirements and supervise as they do their Remote Learning. In addition, the program provides recreational-based activies to counter-balance the day’s educational activities. Children will enjoy games, crafts and outdoor play too.
Children will be required to wear a face covering and must be able to comply when asked by staff to wear their face covering.
Registration will open on Thursday, October 22 at 10 am. Deadline to enroll is Monday, October 26. At this time, program is limited to 10 participants.
District 56 C.A.R.E. - call 847-599-3746
REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 22 AT 10AM | |
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FULL DAY C.A.R.E. 7:30a-5:30p | $950/month |
FULL DAY C.A.R.E. 7:30a-2:30p | $665/month |
Preschool C.A.R.E. Program
A variety of options are available for Preschool C.A.R.E. This program is available to students attending Growing Tree Preschool at Hunt Club Park Community Center.
Children enrolled in Growing Tree Preschool will have fun with supervised play, crafts, games and outdoor activities. Children bring the appropriate outerwear each day so we can use our outdoor parks and facilities. Staff will escort children to/from their preschool class. This program is not in session on school days off. A calendar will be provided at the beginning of the school year.
GROWING TREE PRESCHOOL C.A.R.E. | |
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Times and Prices Vary | |
Times and Prices Vary | |
Times and Prices Vary |
Supply List: C.A.R.E.
For all C.A.R.E. programs, we ask that majority of materials are brought from home.
What to bring to C.A.R.E.
- Face covering or mask
- All materials for remote learning: chrome book, ipad, headphones, pens/pencils, any additional supplies needed
- Container/bag or storage for all remote learning items
- Snack
- Lunch
- Water bottle
- Appropriate outerwear, as some activities may be held outside
Days Off School
Are you looking for something for your child to do on the next day off? Let us take care of the planning. Children will be required to wear a face covering. Registration closes one week prior to the program date. Days Off School days wil include fun, themed activities and take place at the Hunt Club Park Community Center. Parents/guardians can drop off anytime after 7:30 am. Pick up is available until 5:30 pm.
What to bring to Days Off School
- Face covering or mask
- Lunch
- Water bottle
- Appropiate outerwear, as some activities may be held outside
- Athletic/gym shoes
Inclusion with WSRA Special Recreation
Click here to learn more about inclusion with WSRA Special Recreation
Payment Policy
All CARE payments will be set up via auto-pay. When registering, a minimum of one month's payment is due at the time of registration. All other payments for the full-day program will be billed bi-monthly on the 1st and 15th of each month. Payments for the half-day program (D50) will be billed once a month on the 15th. If you cancel prior to the school year starting, you may be subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
Refund Policy
If you cancel prior to the start of the program you may be subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
Once the program has started, prorated fees will not be given for partial month's attendance or withdrawal.
Please refer to the parent handbook for the complete payment policy and automatic payment Information.