L.E.A.P. After School Program | Village of Lincolnwood

Homework Help, Arts and Crafts, Athletics & More!

L.E.A.P. provides fun, organized activities for Todd Hall and Rutledge Hall students after school. This well-rounded program features homework help, arts and crafts, athletics, and more. L.E.A.P. follows the School District 74 calendar.

L.E.A.P. is being planned in accordance with CDC and State of Illinois guidelines, and our team is working closely with School District 74 to ensure all school policies are also being followed.

This program will be operated similarly to our summer camp programs, with distancing and face mask requirements, minimally shared supplies, outdoor play time, and tons of fun and unique activities that are designed to adhere to current safety guidelines.

If you’re interested in learning more about the plans for L.E.A.P. please contact our team at recreation@lwd.org or 847-677-9740.

Grades: Kindergarten–5th
Time: 2:45-6:00 pm
Dates: Every day District 74 is in-person
Location: Rutledge Hall School Multipurpose room

L.E.A.P. 2021-2022 Begins August 23rd!

Program Documents

EPACT – Coming soon!

Families will enter health and emergency contact information prior to the start of the program through the encrypted online system EPACT.

L.E.A.P. Newsletters

Updated Monthly (Coming Soon)

L.E.A.P Staff

Our Director is selected for their experience in recreation, education, and working with children. Our Counselors are typically college students with experience working with children. All staff members are CPR certified and have completed orientation in preparation for the school year that includes safety procedures, COVID-19 safety and cleaning procedures, activity planning, behavior management, and leadership.

A $50 deposit per child is required to reserve a spot in the program. The deposit will be put towards the final cost of the program. No other payments will be taken until you have received confirmation that the program has met the minimum registration and will run. A full refund will be provided if the program does not run or you choose not to participate in the program.

Registration request are available online, in person or through email. Submission of a Leap Registration Request and the appropriate Payment Agreement are required. All participants need to complete a LEAP Child Data Form prior to the start of program.

Registration & Information Request

Payment Options

Days Per Week	Full School Year	Semester 1 (Aug-Jan)	Semester 2 (Feb-June)	Monthly*
3 days/week	$2200	$1155	$1045	$220*
5 days/week	$3000	$1275	$1725	$300**

*Three day August payment is reduced to $55 and June is $165.

**Five day August payment is reduced to $75 and June is $225.

Monthly Payments incur a $100 finance fee per child and require two months payments upon enrollment. All monthly payments are processed on the 15th of each month for the upcoming month.
Semester Payments are billed in two separate payments and do not incur a finance fee. The first payment is upon enrollment for August – Jan and the second is on January 15th for Feb – June.
Full Year Payments still allows for adjustments in schedules. Please contact recreation@lwd.org if your care options have changed.
Flex Day are priced at $30 each day; these are for families who want to choose on any given week. Add on price us $25 for those currently registered for at least one day per week in the program and wish to add on a day any given week.

Credit Card Authorization Forms

Payment and Refunds

All payments are charged on the 15th of each month beginning with September 15th and ending with May 15th.
Payments received after the 15th of the month will be charged a $20 late fee.
Checks returned Non-Sufficient Funds will be charged $20 in addition to the late fee.
Requests made within 24 hours of need will be charged a $10 convenience fee.
If you are experiencing extenuating circumstances please contact us about a refund at recreation@lwd.org
A refund will be issued if the program is cancelled or postponed.
Withdrawal and change requests must be submitted in writing to the Superintendent. All requests must be received by the 14th of the month prior.
Cancellations and changes are subject to a 10% processing fee on any amount that will need to be refunded.
Cancellation and change requests made on or after the 15th and the last day of the month prior are subject to a 30% processing fee on any amount that needs to be refunded as the monthly payment will have been processed and staff will have planned for your child to be in attendance.
If you are experiencing extenuating circumstances please contact us about a refund at recreation@lwd.org

E-Mail Registration Request and Payment Forms to recreation@lwd.org.

If you have any questions, please view the LEAP 20-21 Parent Handbook or contact our team at recreation@lwd.org or (847) 677-9740

School Day Off Programming

L.E.A.P students are welcome to register for the School’s Out! program, which operates on half and full days off of school. Students will spend their days off playing games, creating crafty masterpieces, and taking on fun challenges with friends. Each day features a variety of fun-filled, themed activities. Advanced registration is required for each half and full day off of school. A Minimum of 10 participants is needed to run each day.

Half Day Programs
Students are met by staff at their school and walk to Rutledge Hall for the afternoon.

Date	Theme	Fee	Code
Friday, September 17	Details Coming Soon!	$30R/$38NR	501000.A
Friday, October 29	Details Coming Soon!	$30R/$38NR	501000.B
Friday, November 19	Details Coming Soon!	$30R/$38NR	501000.C
Friday, December 17	Details Coming Soon!	$30R/$38NR	501000.D
Friday, January 14	Details Coming Soon!	$30R/$38NR	501000.E

Full Day Programs
Students meet at the Community Center (6900 N. Lincoln Avenue) for a fun-filled day.

Date	Theme	Fee	Code
Monday, October 11	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.A
Tuesday, October 12	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.B
Monday, November 22	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.C
Tuesday, November 23	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.D
Monday, January 17	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.E
Tuesday, February 21	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.F
Monday, March 8	Details Coming Soon!	$50R/$63NR	501100.G

LEAP Site Phone…………….……………………………………………………………..……….…..…………….847-489-3076

Park and Recreation Office…………………………………………………………..…………..……….…..…….847-677-9740

Olivia Zdeb, Recreation Supervisor……………………………………………………………………………………………….847-745-4723

Anna Koperski-Walsh, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation…………………………………….……..………..847-745-4721

Todd Hall Elementary School.………………………………………………………………………………………847-675-8235

Rutledge Hall Elementary School…………..…………..………………….…………..……..………………..…..847-675-8236

School District 74 Office……………………………………………………..………..…….……….…….…………847-675-8234