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JCARE AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
The JCare afterschool program is designed to serve your child on the days when their primary school is in session. JCare is in session from the time of school dismissal until 6pm.
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JCare Afterschool (k-5th Grade)
JCare, the Tucson J’s afterschool program for kids in grades K-5, provides an intentional afterschool experience where all children discover, learn and grow.
What to Expect at JCare
- One-stop shop for expert-led enrichment activities and programs in arts, sciences, and sports
- Homework help
- Fun physical activity and outdoor play
- Social action projects around inclusivity, kindness, and community
- Integrated Jewish values and holiday celebrations
- Healthy Snacks
JCare also accommodates for all early dismissals and half-days ending at or after 11:30 am. All full-day care (or “School Days Out”, where your child’s school is not in session) are included with your JCare registration (except “transportation only” registrants). There is a separate charge for Winter Camp J during winter break.
Afterschool Care Options
Pm-Only Care: As schools are beginning to resume, we are committed to providing traditional afterschool care on the days that you need it. PM-Only Care is available Monday-Friday, 2-6pm, for parents who’d like to drop their kids off.
PM Care with Transportation: We are offering transportation options with 1-5 days of service, from several Tucson schools to the J.
Sample Schedule
3-4pm: arrivals, healthy snack, indoor/outdoor free play, hands-on learning games (like chess, connect four, flash card relay races, etc.)
4-5:30pm: welcome circle, specialist-led enrichment programs and activities in arts, cooking, and sports, weekly value exploration, Jewish holiday learning and celebrations, special guests and projects, and homework help
5:30-6pm: closing circle, free play, and departures
Time TBD: Learning Lab
Transportation from school
We are picking up from the following schools. Busses fill fast and are first come, first serve. *Subject to change*
- Basis Primary
- Canyon View
- Fruchthendler
- Khalsa Montessori (River + Camden Campuses)
- Manzanita
- Orange Grove Middle
- Sam Huges
- Sunrise Dr.
- Tucson Hebrew Academy
- Ventana Vista
- Esperero Canyon Middle School
Please fill out our inquiry form if your school is not on the list and we will accommodate what we can.
2025-2026 Pricing Information
JCare with Transportation:
5 days $450 members / $475 guests
4 days $380 members / $410 guests
3 days $315 members / $345 guests
2 days $245 members / $270 guests
1 day $180 members / $210 guests
JCare Only:
5 days $285 members / $315 guests
4 days $245 members / $270 guests
3 days $205 members / $230 guests
2 days $170 members / $195 guests
1 day $125 members / $155 guests
Transportation only:
5 days $255 members / $285 guests
4 days $220 members / $250 guests
3 days $185 members / $215 guests
2 days $140 members / $170 guests
1 day $105 members / $135 guests
2026-2027 Pricing Information
JCare with Transportation:
5 days $475 members / $500 guests
4 days $400 members / $430 guests
3 days $330 members / $365 guests
2 days $260 members / $285 guests
1 day $190 members / $220 guests
JCare Only:
5 days $300 members / $330 guests
4 days $260 members / $285 guests
3 days $215 members / $245 guests
2 days $180 members / $205 guests
1 day $135 members / $165 guests
Transportation only:
5 days $270 members / $300 guests
4 days $235 members / $265 guests
3 days $200 members / $230 guests
2 days $150 members / $180 guests
1 day $115 members / $145 guests
During the 2026-2027 school year, JCare runs from August 3, 2026, through May 25, 2027.
REGISTRATION RENEWAL FOR EXISTING JCARE FAMILIES OPENS MONDAY, MARCH 2!
NEW TO JCARE? STAY TUNED FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OPEN REGISTRATION!
JClub Teen membership (6th-8th Grade)
Looking for a safe environment for your 6-8th grader to explore their independence in a safe and fun environment? Middle school is a pivotal time in a young person’s life, where they start to navigate new experiences and enjoy increased independence. That’s why we’ve designed our JClub teen membership. Each middle schooler is a J member, which gives them access to all of our facilities including the gym, pool, fitness center, and youth locker rooms. JClub members can also socialize, play games, work on homework, or relax in our youth lounge space on the second floor.
For information about JClub, contact Youth Engagement Coordinator Davis Hubbell.
EMAIL dhubbell@tucsonjcc.org
PHONE 520.299.3000 – EXT 6147
In JCare, we believe that an equitable opportunity to recreation makes a positive impact on our student’s quality of life. Diversity enriches our community, which is why we strive to ensure that all children of all identities and abilities find the opportunity to fully participate in our program. Our JCare Inclusion Program is fully inclusive, providing additional support for students with disabilities to have an intentional afterschool experience where all children discover, learn and grow.
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