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About Butler Elementary School
Butler Elementary YMCA After-School
Located directly on the Butler Elementary campus, this YMCA-led after-school program provides a seamless transition from the classroom to a structured enrichment environment. Students in grades K-6 participate in the 'Excel After the Bell' curriculum, which balances academic support with active play. Daily routines focus on STEM exploration, literacy, and character development, ensuring children remain engaged and productive until pick-up. The program leverages the familiar school setting, utilizing the gymnasium, cafeteria, and outdoor playgrounds for a variety of activities. As a licensed school-age care operation, the YMCA focuses on holistic development, incorporating health and wellness into the after-school experience. For families seeking a safe, community-focused space on-site, it offers a reliable solution with dedicated areas for homework, creative projects, and physical education within the school environment they already know and trust-reaching 100 students daily at full...
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Safety Record
The Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA, which operates the program at Butler Elementary, reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice in 2016 to resolve allegations of ADA violations regarding the denial of admission to a child with type 1 diabetes. No recent specific safety violations or major incidents were found for the Butler Elementary location in state licensing summaries or news reports. The program is a licensed school-age care operation and follows Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) child care regulations.
Parent Reputation
The program has a generally positive reputation for community engagement, highlighted by a 2024 event where Big 12 athletes and WWE stars visited students at the Butler site. While the elementary school itself is highly regarded by parents on platforms like Reddit, specific reviews for the YMCA after-school program at this location are scarce. General feedback for the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA's mobile app is poor, with users citing technical issues and unhelpful support.
Staff Insights
Employee reviews for the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA describe the work environment as a 'fun' but sometimes 'chaotic' experience for youth leaders. Some staff members have noted high management turnover and expressed a desire for better pay, though culture and work-life balance are frequently rated positively. There are no specific employee reviews available publicly that focus exclusively on the Butler Elementary site.
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