BRONX CHILDREN. BRIGHTER FUTURES.
Your next chapter starts September 14
Unlock Your Child’s Potential After School
The D.E.Bs Learning Academy After-School Program provides students in grades K–8 with a safe, structured and academically focused place to learn after the school day ends.
Students receive homework assistance, targeted reading and mathematics support, small-group instruction and engaging enrichment activities that strengthen confidence, organization and independent learning.
The registration form takes approximately five minutes. Completing the form does not guarantee placement. Questions? Call or text 347-364-1906.
Big possibilities.
Every stage of learning.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Monday–Thursday
2:30–6:00 PM
Starts Monday, September 14, 2026
THE PLACE
Eastchester Library
1385 East Gun Hill Road
Bronx, NY 10469
GETTING HERE
Selected-school pickup
Selected-school pickup may be available and must be confirmed separately.
WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL RECEIVE
More Than Homework Help
Every child enters the program with different strengths and needs. D.E.Bs combines academic support with enrichment and relationship-building so students can continue developing after the school bell rings.
THINK & PLAY
Big ideas. Smart moves.
Chess brings strategy, concentration, and friendly challenges to the afternoon.
READ & CONNECT
Every story opens a door.
Group reading and reading recovery give growing readers space to explore words and ideas.
MAKE & DISCOVER
A little yarn. A lot of pride.
Knitting invites children to slow down, try a new skill, and create with their own hands.
Activity images are AI-created illustrations of the program’s offerings.
Students receive:
- Structured homework assistance
- Small-group tutoring
- Reading recovery and literacy reinforcement
- Mathematics skill development
- Study skills and organization
- STEM and hands-on learning
- Chess, knitting, soccer and enrichment activities
- Confidence-building and positive peer interaction
- Support from experienced educators
A STRUCTURED ROUTINE
What a Typical Afternoon Looks Like
| Time | Student experience |
|---|---|
| 2:30–3:00 PM | Arrival, attendance, snack and transition |
| 3:00–4:00 PM | Homework assistance and assignment completion |
| 4:00–5:00 PM | Targeted reading, writing or mathematics support |
| 5:00–5:40 PM | STEM, chess, knitting, soccer or another enrichment activity |
| 5:40–6:00 PM | Organization, reflection, cleanup and dismissal preparation |
Daily activities may vary according to student needs, homework responsibilities and the enrichment schedule.
TUITION INFORMATION
Choose the Payment Plan That Works for Your Family
See registration for payment information.
View Payment InformationARRIVAL & TRANSPORTATION
Selected-School Pickup
Selected-school pickup may be available based on the student’s school, dismissal time, transportation route and available program capacity.
A pickup request on the registration form does not guarantee transportation. Parents must receive written confirmation from D.E.Bs Learning Academy before relying on school pickup.
BEFORE YOUR CHILD STARTS
Annual Medical Form
A current annual medical form completed and signed by the student’s healthcare provider is required before the student’s confirmed start date.
Parents will receive instructions for submitting the medical form securely after the initial registration is reviewed. Families who need assistance may call or text 347-364-1906.
WORKING TOGETHER
Family Partnership and Program Expectations
To maintain a safe, consistent and productive environment, families are expected to:
- Keep tuition payments current.
- Notify the program when a student will be absent.
- Maintain updated emergency and medical information.
- Follow confirmed arrival and dismissal arrangements.
- Pick students up no later than 6:00 PM.
- Notify D.E.Bs before changing an authorized pickup person.
- Support the program’s academic and behavior expectations.
BEHAVIOR & COMMUNITY
A Safe and Respectful Learning Environment
Students are expected to follow staff directions, respect other students and program property, participate appropriately and make safe choices.
D.E.Bs uses redirection, restorative conversations, parent communication and behavior-support strategies whenever appropriate. Serious or repeated unsafe, disruptive or disrespectful behavior may result in a parent conference, suspension or dismissal.
Fighting, bullying, threats, weapons, leaving supervision without permission or behavior that endangers another person may require immediate removal from the program.
Review the Complete Parent PolicyREGISTRATION & CONFIRMATION
How Enrollment Works
- Review the program information and parent policy.
- Complete the short registration form.
- Select the weekly or monthly tuition plan.
- Complete the secure Stripe payment setup.
- Submit the annual medical form as instructed.
- Wait for the D.E.Bs welcome email or text confirming placement, pickup arrangements and the student’s start date.
Please do not send your child to the program until placement and the start date have been confirmed by D.E.Bs Learning Academy.
FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS
Frequently Asked Questions
Who may enroll?
The program serves students in grades K–8.
When does the program operate?
Monday through Thursday from 2:30–6:00 PM.
Is school pickup available?
Pickup may be available from selected schools. Every request must be confirmed individually.
Is the medical form required during the initial registration?
No. Parents may complete the short registration first. The medical form must be received before the student’s confirmed start date.
When is enrollment final?
Enrollment is final after the registration, payment, required documentation and program placement are approved.
Who should parents contact with questions?
Call or text D.E.Bs Learning Academy at 347-364-1906.
THE NEXT CHAPTER STARTS AFTER SCHOOL
Make room for
their brilliance.
Starts Monday, September 14, 2026.
Register your K–8 learner online. Call or text with questions.
The registration form takes approximately five minutes. Completing the form does not guarantee placement. Questions? Call or text 347-364-1906.