
YMCA of Springfield
School Age Care
2021-2022
The YMCA offers care outside of class time for children in kindergarten through 6th grade in our local communities. Daily activities include group games, homework assistance, and free play. Each week also includes an arts/crafts activity or STEM project.
We are unable to confirm fees until the school districts release their learning plan. However, assuming a traditional afterschool program, our program costs $62 a week for members and $75 a week for nonmembers. For schools that provide before care, costs are $77 to $91 a week.
BALL-CHARTER SCHOOL
Afternoon care will be provided from school dismissal until 6pm.
Ball-Charter School Location
Ball-Charter School
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Nicole Popejoy at npopejoy@springfieldymca.org
BALL ELEMENTARY (CHATHAM)
Ball Elementary (Chatham) Location
Ball Elementary School
1015 New City Road
Chatham, IL 62629
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Rebecca Graves at rgraves@springfieldymca.org
CHATHAM ELEMENTARY
Chatham Elementary Location
Chatham Elementary School
525 S. College Street
Chatham, IL 62629
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Rebecca Graves at rgraves@springfieldymca.org
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY
Afternoon care will be provided from school dismissal until 6pm.
Glenwood Elementary Location
Glenwood Elementary
1401 Plummer Blvd.
Chatham, IL 62629
SAC Weely Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Rebecca Graves at rgraves@springfieldymca.org
DOWNTOWN YMCA
Downtown YMCA Location
Downtown YMCA
601 N. 4th Street
Springfield, IL 62702
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Sarah Brewer at sbrewer@springfieldymca.org
RIVERTON ELEMENTARY
Riverton Elementary Location
Riverton Elementary
209 N. 7th Street
Riverton, IL 62561
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Nicole Popejoy at npopejoy@springfieldymca.org
ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY
Rochester Elementary Location
Rochester Elementary
456 Bertrand Avenue
Rochester, IL 62563
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Nicole Popejoy at npopejoy@springfieldymca.org
SHERMAN ELEMENTARY
Sherman Elementary Location
Sherman Elementary
312 South Street
Sherman, IL 62684
SAC Weekly Fees
Fees will be released after school district publishes learning plan.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Nicole Popejoy at npopejoy@springfieldymca.org
- Parent Handbook
- Online Account Login
- CCP/DCFS Registration
- Financial Assistance
- FAQ
- Apply to Work
- Covid-19 Safety
- Contact Information
Parent Handbook
We are so glad you will be a part of our YMCA family! Our programs are built so that your child comes home with new relationships, new-found interests, enhanced values and increased leadership skills that all will help foster a strong foundation for his or her future! At the YMCA, we embrace a play-based philosophy that guides participants through fun and engaging activities that result in learning and skill building. Our programs are built upon the foundation of our Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. As you read through this handbook, please familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures governing our camp and school age care programs. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us! Thank you for choosing the YMCA!

Online Account Login
Registration for all camp programs is available online!
With your online account you can: register for programs, view all registrations, make updates to payment information and family data, and add authorized pickups.
If you have not previously logged in, you will need to select “Forgot your password?” to update the password.
Community Child Care Connection (CCP)/Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Registration
If child care fees are paid (in part or whole) by a third party, such as Community Child Care Connection (CCP) or Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), follow the steps in the PDF to register.
Financial Assistance
If you have been denied assistance from Community Child Care Connection, the you can apply for YMCA financial assistance.
Apply to Work

We are always looking for professional role models to join our rock star staff team! If you have experience working with children and have a desire to build impactful programs, please apply today! All staff receive background checks, CPR/First Aid training and youth development-specific training. See all our Youth Development employment opportunities.
Covid-19 Safety
Safety and health are at the forefront of our minds! We are constantly updating procedures to match or exceed current health guidelines. We require all children and staff to wear face masks at all times. Upon entering the program space, we will conduct health screenings. Participants will remain in their own group and will not mix with other groups. Participants will social distance as much as possible. Currently, the YMCA is not providing food or beverages. If your child will be with us over the lunch hour, please send lunch. Water bottles are necessary and snacks for afternoon time are suggested. If your child has work from their school, we will have dedicated time set for quiet learning.

Contact Information
For Ball Elementary, Glenwood, Chatham Elementary:
Rebecca Graves
rgraves@springfieldymca.org
For Riverton, Rochester, Sherman and Ball Charter:
Nicole Popejoy
npopejoy@springfieldymca.org
For Downtown:
Sarah Brewer
sbrewer@springfieldymca.org