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Snow Day Policy

If school is cancelled or there is a delay, the Boys & Girls Club will open at 8:30. This will allow our staff as well as families to safely commute to the Boys & Girls Club. If the Club decides to close for the day or has an early dismissal, the following notification & communication will take place: text message, email, radio 95.5, iBerkshires, school closing network, social media, Berkshire Eagle, and the Club website - bgcberkshires.org.

Before & After School Care


The Before & After School Program at the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires offers a safe, supervised, environment for children throughout the school year. 


Activities include:
Arts & crafts 
Gym activities
Homework help
Swimming
Games
And more!

Transportation is limited but available from several schools via Pittsfield Public Schools Bus Operations. The program runs for the entire school calendar year. 

 

Rates are as followed:

$90.00 a week (After School Only)
*$18.00 per day*

$125.00 a week (Before School & After School)

+$25.00 for half-days

+32.00 for a full day (Such as holidays and snow days)

We do accept vouchers from Seven Hills Company!

 

Hours:

  • Before Care- 7:15-8:45
    • *On school delays, we open at 8:30AM or later depending on weather. CLICK HERE for a list of places to find this information. 
  • After Care- 3:00-5:30
  • Half Day- 11:00-5:30
  • Snow Days- 8:15-5:30 / Subject to change - stay updated via CLICK HERE
  • Vacations/ Holidays- 7:15-5:30

 

Active Membership required. Please CLICK HERE, or contact the main office. 

 

How to keep your child and our program safe: COVID-19 PROGRAM REMINDER

If a person in the home of the child/children is being tested, the child cannot attend the program before the results are returned.

If the child was exposed to Covid-19 and has to be tested, the child must stay home from the program and it must be reported to Nya Shrader, site coordinator. The following information will be needed if your child has been exposed and is being tested: Date of exposure, Date of test, and the results. We ask that you contact us as soon as possible in regards to exposure so that all necessary precautions can be made to keep our program healthy. This information is used to report to the department of Early Education and Care. If your child has any cold or flu like symptoms we ask that you keep them home until they are symptom free.

Due to our Covid-19 Regulations by EEC, no one outside of those allowed (enrolled children & staff) are allowed in the program area. 

For drop off we ask that you walk your child/children in as far as the main lobby where a staff member will be there to direct your child to the program. 

Our pick-up policy is located in our Before & After School Program Handbook.


Dates to Remember

Dates to Remember:
Half Days: Please pack a lunch* with a bottle of water, swimsuit and towel if they would like to go swimming.  *Nut Free Program 
6/18 - Last day of school for students 
6/20- Last Day of the 2024-2025 Before & After School Program!

Full Days: Please pack a lunch* with a bottle of water, swimsuit and towel if they would like to go swimming.  *Nut Free Program 
4/18 - Good Friday
6/20 - Last day of the 2024-2025 Before & After School Program!
Vacation Weeks:
4/21- Closed for Professional Development Day
4/22 -Open 7:15am-5:30pm
4/23- Open 7:15am-5:30pm
4/24- Open 7:15am-5:30pm
4/25 -Open 7:15am-5:30pm

Program Closed:
5/27- Memorial Day
6/19- Juneteenth 

SNOW DAY/DELAY POLICY:
In the event of a school cancellation or delay, the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires will adjust its hours to ensure the safety of both families and staff:

Snow Day or Delayed Opening: 8:30AM (subject to change) 

If the club needs to close for the day or implement an early dismissal, we will notify families through the following channels:

Text message 
Email 
Radio station: 95.5 FM 
Social media 
Berkshire Eagle
Club website: www.bgcberkshires.org

Required Forms

Required Forms for Registration 

Welcome to the 2025-2026 Before & After School Program. 
Please read below for details about the required documents for registration. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the Before & After School Coordinator, Nya Shrader, at [email protected]

2025-2026 Before & After School Program Registration Packet 

Child's Enrollment Form(s) (2)
First Aid and Emergency Medical Care Consent Form (please make sure to have updated emergency contact information)
Permission for Use of On-Site Swimming Pool 
Pittsfield Public Schools Day Care Bus Request Form 2025-2026. 

Please note: We are unable to guarantee a spot or placement until we receive bus assignments from the Pittsfield Bus Company. These notifications typically arrive in late July or early August. To ensure your child is considered for enrollment, all required paperwork and online registration must be completed and submitted at least two weeks prior to your child’s anticipated start date.

For new families: Registration is not complete until you’ve submitted the required documents and the online form. Please complete registration by using the following link:

https://schools.procareconnect.com/register/a4eeca9e-ff3d-4349-b732-422df80f54d4

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (IF NECESSARY) PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

Individualized Health Care Plan & Medication Consent Form 

This form is for students who have allergies or require medication that needs to be administered by a certified staff member at the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires. Both forms must be signed by your child’s doctor. Additionally, all necessary medications, including EpiPens, must be provided prior to your child’s anticipated start date. Please note that Allergy & Medication Plans must be submitted yearly.

Confirmation of Provider
This form is for all parents who currently have a voucher. Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires uses Seven Hills Company for vouchers. Please submit this form in advance in order to receive your voucher agreement for your anticipated start date. If you do not have a voucher and want to apply you will need to fill out this form and contact Seven Hills Company

Please note: We are unable to guarantee a spot or placement until we receive bus assignments from the Pittsfield Bus Company. These notifications typically arrive in late July or early August. To ensure your child is considered for enrollment, all required paperwork and online registration must be completed and submitted at least two weeks prior to your child’s anticipated start date.

Your family will also receive the 2025-2026 Before & After School Program Handbook. 


Program Contact Information:

Program Site Coordinator, Nya Shrader
   (413) 448-8258 ext. 33
   [email protected]
After School Program Billing, Nya Shrader
(413) 448-8258 ext. 33
[email protected]
Direct Program Phone Number- (413) 448-8258 ext. 24 
 
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