2025-2026 TK Afternoon Program ᐁ

The Club’s interest form for our 2025–2026 TK Afternoon Program will be open from July 7-25th. Successful applicants will be notified August 1st.

The Club will be running three TK afternoon programs: one at Bijou Elementary (for Bijou students), one at Tahoe Valley Elementary (for Tahoe Valley students), and one at Meyers Elementary (for Meyers students).

Afternoon programs will be held at each school site and will close at 5:30 p.m.

Prices for the TK afternoon program are higher because the program runs 5.5 to 6.5 hours, compared to 3 hours for other grades. Additionally, the staff-to-member ratio is reduced to 1:10 to support safety and child development.

Parent Portal Instructions
If you have any questions regarding our TK afternoon program, email membership@bgclt.org.

We will update members via text, Facebook, email and this website with Club information.

 

Family Income (Only Available to Children Enrolled in the LTUSD TK Program) Cost
Families who qualify for free and reduced meals, children in foster care, or children classified as homeless FREE
Family income over $50,000 $1,000
Family income over $75,000 $1,500
Family income over $100,000 $2,000
Family income over $125,000 $2,500
Family income over $150,000 $3,000
Family income over $175,000 $3,500
Family income over $200,000 $4,000

School Vacations

The Club will operate a full day schedule during the school vacations (excluding National Holidays).  Vacations days will only be held at the Angel of Tahoe Building and spaces will be limited.  Club members will apply for each vacation, and information about the application process will be sent via text and social media.  Signs up traditionally happen 3 or 4 weeks prior to each vacation.

 

Family Income (Enrolled in LTUSD) Cost per Day
Families who qualify for free and reduced meals, children in foster care, or children classified as homeless FREE
Family income over $50,000 $5
Family income over $75,000 $7.50
Family income over $100,000 $10
Family income over $125,000 $12.50
Family income over $150,000 $15
Family income over $175,000 $17.50
Family income over $200,000 $20
Drop-in Rate $30

Frequently Asked Questions

Why a sliding scale of fees?

The Club has entered a partnership with LTUSD on a State grant and the grant requires that low-income families, children in foster care and homeless children are free.  It also requires a sliding scale of fees for other income brackets.  The Club works hard on fundraising to keep costs low for all members.

Do you still offer scholarships?

Yes, we still have scholarships available to cover the cost of camps, special activities and membership fees if you do not qualify for the free or reduced rates.  To apply for a scholarship contact membership@bgclt.org and be aware that will be required to provide proof of both monthly income and expenditure.

How will you contact me?

Notifications are sent via email, text, and/or social media. We will NOT call you to inform you about enrollment dates, acceptance to our program, etc. What style of communication we use will depend on urgency and type of information.

I don’t have a regular income – how do I know what income bracket I am?

Please make your best estimate for your annual income, including high and low earning months.  As this is a State Grant, we may be audited and at that time you may be asked to provide proof of income via tax return statements.  If you have earned significantly more than you originally stated, you will be asked to pay the difference.

I am divorced, can I just use my income?

We require you to report the combined income of both parents, especially if both parents will be using Club services.  If the other parent is absent but provides child support, you should include that in your annual income.

If you have remarried and your new partner contributes to the family support, please place yourself in whichever is the highest income bracket – you plus new partner or you plus the other parent.

My child wants to attend at the Angel of Tahoe Building.

We will have a limited number of places available for Tahoe Valley, Bijou, and Meyers students to attend the Angel of Tahoe site. Request the change by emailing membership@bgclt.org. We will consider requests on a case by case basis.

My child attends a school in a different district, why do I have to pay more?

The Club has a partnership with LTUSD that provides funding to make Club free or lower cost for most participants.  That funding can only be applied to LTUSD students.

Why do I have to pay for a whole year?

It provides continuity for members, their families and our staff.  The Club is also a membership organization and therefore we apply membership fees.

What can't my kid bring?

We discourage kids from bringing any toys or items from home. On occasion, groups will do a share day and will be asked to bring something from home.
No electronics such as iPads, computers, Nintendo switch or Pokemon cards.

I am in a higher income bracket but still can’t afford the fees, what should I do?

You can apply for a Club scholarship that can assist with up to 50% of your cost, proof of income and expenditure will be required.  You can also set up a payment plan to spread the cost of a period of weeks or months.  Please contact membership@bgclt.org for more information.

Can I get a refund if we don’t use our membership?

Refunds are only given if moving out of the area or if your child’s membership is revoked. Proof is required.

What if we don’t use our membership?

The grants that enable us to provide free or low-cost services also requires regular attendance by members.  If you have not attended for at least one day a week in the prior semester you will be asked to give up your membership so that another child can fully utilize that place.  We have been on a waitlist for 6 years and many families rely on the Club in order to work.  If you don’t think you will use the Club on a regular basis, please don’t apply for a place.

What if I am put on the waitlist?

Bear with us!  Staffing has been particularly challenging in the past year, and we are constantly seeking staff so we can absorb as many members as possible.  If we don’t start the school year fully staffed, we will keep hiring and for every additional hire that is another 20 members we can take.

But WE WILL CALL YOU when we have a place.  We reach out as soon as we have a place that is in your child’s grade and at your child’s site and if you are next on the list.  Calling us each week will not get a different answer and we promise that we are doing our best to employ more staff!

Why can’t you accept all applications?

Safety is our number 1 priority, and we will never take more members than staffing and space allows for a safe and quality experience.  Our ratio is 20:1 for 1st through 12 grade and 10:1 for TK and Kinder.

How do you prioritize applicants?

Low-income families (those who qualify for free and reduced meals – app. less than $46,000 a year household income), children in foster care and children who are homeless receive priority and we always try to accommodate foster and homeless youth regardless of when they apply.

However, we are always over subscribed for places and therefore being an essential worker or previous membership is not a guarantee.

Why do you have different closing times?

Our state grant provides for 3 hours of afterschool programs.  As the Angel of Tahoe building serves STMS and STHS, we need a later finish time to accommodate them for 3 hours.

The schools close early on Wednesdays – do you too?

No, we appreciate that for working parents a regular schedule is necessary and therefore we provide care for an additional hour on collaboration days.