School Age Care (SAC) Overview

School Age Care (SAC) provides children between the ages of five and twelve with diverse, entertaining, and age-appropriate activities. SAC operates during times when school is not in session, such as before and after school, during school holidays, teacher in-service days, inter-sessions, and any unexpected school closures. Its primary goal is to offer programs that enhance, rather than replicate, the standard school day experience.

Who is Eligible

• Child: Kindergarten through 6th grade
• Parents:
  • Active duty military
  • National Guard or Reserve on active duty orders
  • DoD civilian employees
  • Coast Guard civilian employees
  • Gold Star spouses of military members who died from a combat-related incident
  • DoD contractors
  • Other federal employees (e.g., US Secret Service)
  • Deactivated Guard/Reserve personnel or Inactive Guard/Reserve in a training status
  • Military retiree
  • Other sponsor type

How to Get Started

1. Initial Contact: Reach out to the Resource and Referral office for detailed information about the SAC program and other child and youth services.
2. Online Registration: To express interest or place a request for the SAC program, visit MilitaryChildCare.com.
3. Wait for a Response: Once a request is made, the Resource and Referral office will get in touch when there's a suitable opening for your child.
4. Accepting the Offer: After accepting the available spot, the Resource and Referral office will provide you with the SAC registration packet.
5. Fees: A $15.00 annual CYP membership fee and a $50.00 deposit are required at the time of registration. The fees for SAC's before and after school programs are based on the family's total household income.
6. Determine Care Schedule: Decide on the care type you need: AM care (0600-1800, Monday-Friday), PM care (end of school until 1800, Monday-Friday), or both AM/PM care. Remember that additional charges apply for full-day care during school waiver days, teacher work days, state holidays, etc.

What SAC Does for You

• Flexible Care Options: SAC offers both before and after school care. Full-time care is also available on all non-school days, excluding weekends and federal holidays.
• Fee Structure: Charges for SAC's before and after school programs are set based on the family's cumulative household income.
• Priority for Camps: Children enrolled in SAC get preferential placement in popular Camps, which offer organized full-day care during school vacations.
• Availability: For those not registered in SAC, spots for non-school days might be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

SAC is a holistic initiative aimed at ensuring children have a safe, enjoyable, and developmental environment during out-of-school hours. The integration of MilitaryChildCare.com further simplifies the process for parents, ensuring that quality care for their children is just a few clicks away.