Beyond the Bell After-School

When the school day ends, The Boys & Girls Club of Assabet Valley has something that is right for you! From focused skills enrichment, arts & crafts, tutoring, sports programs, getting involved with the community, to training to be a counselor.
Ages: Kindergarten - Grade 12 (Must be at least 5 years old.)
Calendar: After School Hours 2:30 - 6 PM

Pricing

  • Club Membership Required
    Membership ($80.00 per child)
  • Program Fee: No additional fee beyond club membership for basic program participation.
  • Optional Add-ons: Walking/Riding Program, Early Release Days, Teacher Professional Days,  Pizza
    PLEASE CONTACT THE CLUB TO REGISTER FOR ADD-ONS.

Registration

No registration is required for basic program participation. All members are welcome to drop in for the program on any day.
Add-ons such as pizza, Early Release days, and Teacher Professional Days do require advance registration to guarantee availability. 

To purchase a membership or an add-on, click the button below.
Register

Make Your After-School Time
Fun and Productive

Designed for Individualized Growth
"Beyond the Bell” programs are based on a youth development strategy that builds self-confidence and self-esteem in your child, while nurturing a sense a belonging, competence, usefulness and influence. These programs engage young people in activities with their peers and with adults to reach their full potential. 

This after-school program is a core part of what we do. All club members are automatically eligible to attend the basic program. Today, nearly 1000 boys and girls take advantage of the programs, activities and services provided by the Boys & Girls Club.

Key Program Elements
Our indoor programs combine a balance of structured and unstructured time to reach the full potential of all our members.
  • Homework Power Hour Program
  • Tech Center & Club Tech
  • SMART Girls
  • Torch Clubs
  • Project Learn
  • Triple Play
  • FITT (Females In This Together)
  • Junior Staff Program
  • Big Friends Mentoring
For more information, see details below.

Additional Activities
In addition to the key elements of "Beyond the Bell,” every member has an opportunity to participate in the following programs:
  • Sports leagues & tournaments
  • Activities including: pool, table tennis and foosball tournaments
  • Gym games and activities
  • Prevention Programs
  • Leadership and volunteer opportunities
  • Field t rips & Incentive program


2026-2027 After-School Program


Schedule follows the Maynard Public School Calendar.  Surrounding communities have slightly different schedules, so please check your calendar. All club members are welcome during open program hours.

2026-2027 Club Closings:

September 4th: Professional Day

September 7th: Labor Day

October 12th: Indigenous Peoples Day

November 11th: Veterans Day

November 25-27: Thanksgiving

December 24 - 25th: Winter Break

December 31st: New Years Eve

January 1: New Years Day

January 18th: MLK Day

February 15th Presidents Day

April 19th: Patriots Day

May 31st: Memorial Day 

June 19: Juneteenth

Daily Club Programs

Snack
3:15-3:45 pm
Bring a few dollars to get your favorite snack or drinks from our new nutritious vending machine!
 
Homework Power Hours
2:30-4:15 pm

Elementary School Meeting
Daily: 3:15-3:30 pm
Each day Club Directors will go over Social Skills, Club Rules, & the Daily Schedule with all children in Grades K -3.



Calendar

2026-2027 Club Closings:The Club will be Closed for the dates to the left. We will be open for all other school vacation days for full day programming. Fees do apply. 


Early Release & Professional Days

The B&G Club will be open on all Early Release Day, Professional Days, and other non-school days in coordination with the Maynard Public Schools Schedule. 

 

  • The fee to attend the Club on an early release day is $10, pre-registered by Wednesday prior. $10 fee for late registrations. 
  • Members must pack a nut-free lunch or may pre-register for pizza for an additional $5 fee.  
  • The Club will be open on all early release days till 6:00 pm unless otherwise noted. All participants must be members of the Boys & Girls Club.

 

2026/2027 Maynard Early Release Days


The Club will be open for the following Maynard Public Schools Early Release Days:

Friday, September 11th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, September 25th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, October 9th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, October 23rd (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, November 5th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, November 20th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, December 4th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, December 18th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, January 15th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, January 29th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, March 12th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, April 9th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, May 7th (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, May 21st (ALL SCHOOLS)

Friday, June 4th (ALL SCHOOLS)


Active Enrichment: 

For the benefit of all participants, members are required to be participating in a program activity for the entire planned block. 

See Active Participation policy

Walking/Riding Program

For the convenience of Maynard elementary students, we provide a walking/riding program to assist children in getting to the Boys and Girls Club.


Program Details:

The Boys & Girls Club in coordination with the Green Meadow School developed a program to enable students to be supervised as they walk to The Club at dismissal. Staff members from the Boys and Girls Club will come to the school and meet registered students in the gym at dismissal. Students will then be supervised by Club Staff Members as they walk to the Boys and Girls Club along Tiger Drive. It is important to note that students will be walking, even in inclement weather so they should have rain gear available.

This program will begin on Monday, August 31st and continue for the school year until June 2027. The fee for this service is $30/per child/per month. Payments are due on the first of each month.

Important information about Registering for this Program:
Must be a current member of the Boys & Girls Club ($80 per child, per year).
Pre-register with the Boys and Girls Club & School by filling out a completed permission form to be handed into both the school and the Club.

Space is Limited to 36 students each day. Registration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. After 36 students are registered for each day, any additional registrations will be placed on a wait list. The Club will do it's best to accommodate all students needing this service.
Commit to specific days each week, the additional or alteration of days may not be changed without the approval and confirmation from both the school and Boys & Girls Club. 

For safety, the school and The Club are not able to accommodate students on a drop in basis or parents calling with daily changes. Participants must be able to safely walk from Green Meadow School to the Boys & Girls Club of Assabet Valley, carrying all their own belongings. The Club has no responsibility for kids leaving items at school.
Make the $30 monthly payment, per child by the first of the month, in order to secure your child's spot in the program. **Participants will only be registered if there are no outstanding fees on their account. **Are not signed up for any school bus.

Students who are on the wait list for space on the buses are not automatically enrolled in this program.
Receive a confirmation form from the Boys and Girls Club confirming your child's participation.
Please note, do not assume your child is registered until you receive this confirmation.

2026-2027 After School Schedules