BEfore & After-School Programs

Grades k - 5

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Are you looking for an affordable, fun and reliable place for your child after school? Our after-school program allows your child to get exercise, play games, enjoy activities, have a small snack and get help with their homework if needed. Our goal is to make your night easier by finishing homework and wearing them out with social interaction.

Before School

  • Location: Sunnyside Intermediate School Gym
  • Drop off Time: between 7:45 am - 8:30 am
  • Enter through #11 gym door west off Wolf Road
  • Jefferson Primary School children will be bussed at 8:43 am from Sunnyside Intermediate School
  • Min/Max: 10/25

After School

  • Location: Jefferson Primary -- 224 46th Ave., Bellwood
  • Time: After school to 6 pm
  • Min/Max:10/50

Days: Every day that District 87 schools are in session
Each Program Daily Fee: $8 per day - $4 per day for child 3 or more in same household, no probates
Monthly payments must be submitted by the end of the preceding month. Fees listed are for District 87 students. No refunds are given

Saturday Clubhouse

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Saturday Clubhouse is designed for your children to come and socialize with friends and let their creativity grow! The program will incorporate free play with arts & crafts

Ages: 4 - 7
Instructors: Alyssa Cruz & Linda Clark
Dates:
Session 1:
January 14 - March 11
            Session 2: March 18 - May 20
Day: Saturday
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $70.00
Location: Eisenhower Center
Min/Max: 5/10

 

Cheer Camp 2023

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We got spirit how about you?
Come learn the skills needed to be a cheerleader!

Age: 7-15
Dates: May 25 - July 6
Day/Time: Thursdays, 6-7:30 pm
Fee: $63.00
Location: Eisenhower Field
Min/Max: 10/35

Shorei Goju Karate

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Martial Arts is a total learning experience. Lessons are tailored to your child’s age and skill level. Your child will start by learning balance, force, flexibility, forms, punching, kicking & blocking techniques.

Instructor: Sensei Holmes
Ages: 6 and up
Sessions:
1. October 22 - December 10
2. December 17 - February 11
3. February 18 - April 1
4. April 8 - May 20

Day: Saturdays
Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Fee: $60.00 per session
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Min/Max: 8/15

 

Pins & Strikes

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Join us for three games while socializing and learning bowling etiquette.

Instructor: Mrs. Winnie Harvey
Ages: 12 and up
Dates:

  • Session 1: November 29 - January 24
  • Session 2: January 31 - March 7
  • Session 3: March 14 - April 18
  • Session 4: April 25 - May 30

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Fee: $50.00 per session
Location: Hillside Bowl
Min/Max: 8/15

No class on holiday weeks.

Spring Outdoor Soccer League

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Join us in developing you soccer skills. We will work on the fundamentals while playing competive games. Fee includes uniform and season cost.

Instructor: Sergio Hernandez
Age: 6 - 12
Dates: April 28 - June 23
Day/Time: Fridays, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Fee: $65.00
Location: Eisenhower Soccer Fields
Min/Max: 10/18

 

Junior Golf Clinic

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Interested in golf? We will have a golf clinic run the first 4 weeks of every month May - October working on developing a new skill set each week!

Instructor: Golf Pro
Age: 5 - 12
Dates: 
Day: Saturdays and/or Sundays
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $130.00
Location: Fresh Meadow Learning Center, Hillside
Min/Max: 4/15

WILDCATS TRAVELING BASKETBALL

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Get Prepared for the 2022-2023 SEASON!

The Traveling Wildcats Program is one of the premier travel basketball programs in the Chicagoland area. The league is designed to prepare each player for the next level of play in organized basketball. During the 2022-2023 season we will compete in several leagues and tournaments against some of the best schools, AAU and travel teams.

Community night: March 17, 2023 at 6 pm

Program website: www.mpwildcats.com 

Tryouts

 

Ages Grades 4 - 8 (Girls and Boys)
Location Sharp Center Gym
Day/Time 5 - 10 PM

  • 4th grade: 5 - 6 PM
  • 5th grade: 6 - 7 PM
  • 6th grade: 7 - 8 PM
  • 7th grade: 8 - 9 PM
  • 8th grade: 9 - 10 PM
Dates First 3 Monday Nights of October

 

Wildcats Midwest Basketball Classic 2022

Ages Grades 4 - 8 (Girls and Boys)
Coordinator Calvin Hightower
Location Stevenson Center Gym
Day Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Dates
  • Boys - January/ 2nd weekend
  • Girls -  January/ 4th weekedn
  • March 11 - 12 2023
Time Weekend 8 AM - 10 PM

Banquet and Team Pictures TBA

Wildcats Traveling Basketball Games

Location Eisenhower Center, Gym
Coordinator Calvin Hightower
Day/Time Every Friday night
Dates Nov. 4 - Apr. 14
No class Nov. 25, Dec. 25 & Jan. 1
Fee
  • League fee: $150
  • $85 In District Fee
  • $110 Out of District Fee
  • $85 additional uniform purchase
Min/Max 65/150

 

Spartan Football & Spirit Team

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Here is your opportunity to participate in the nationally recognized Memorial Park Spartan Football and Spirit teams 2023 season.

Registration begins February 1, 2023. Practice begins July 24, 2023.

Open Registration

  • Saturdays, 9am - 12pm from February 1 thru June 24
  • Eisenhower Center  - 700 Speechley Blvd, Hillside, IL 60162

Parents, please bring the following items with your child to registration:

  • Birth Certificate
  • Report Card
  • Proof of Residency
  • Current 2023 Physical (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Spartan Spirit Team

50 Slots available

Instructor: Mims Donalds
Age: 5-15
Dates: Practice starts July 24
Day: Monday - Thursday
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Fee: $75.00
Min/Max: 15/50

  • Additional costume, uniform, and off season competition fees may be required for all cheer and spirit participants.
  • NO EXCEPTIONS: Equipment or uniforms will not be issued until the child is officially registered. Every child MUST have a current 2023 physical before starting practice.
  • PLEASE NOTE: Participation in post-season competition, playoffs and travel is dependent upon successful fundraising efforts by participants organized with the Spartans Booster Club.

Spartan Football

120 Slots Available

Instructor: Mims Donalds
Age: 5-15
Dates: Practice starts July 24
Day: Monday - Thursday
Time: 6 - 8 pm
Fee: $225.00/$200.00 Sibling
Min/Max: 45/120

  • Additional costume, uniform, and off season competition fees may be required for all cheer and spirit participants.
  • NO EXCEPTIONS: Equipment or uniforms will not be issued until the child is officially registered. Every child MUST have a current 2023 physical before starting practice.
  • PLEASE NOTE: Participation in post-season competition, playoffs and travel is dependent upon successful fundraising efforts by participants organized with the Spartans Booster Club.

*NOTE: Post season play is optional. Memorial Park District is not responisble for any post season expenses.

SKILLS & DRILLS BASKETBALL

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Sharpen your basketball skills. This is a great way to improve your game while learning the fundamentals.

Ages 6 - 12
Instructor MPD Staff
Location Eisenhower Center, Gym
Day/Time
  • Tuesday
  • 6-8 years old: 6:00 - 6:50 pm
  • 9-12 years old: 7:00 - 7:50 pm
Dates November 15 - December 20
Fee $50.00
Min/Max 10/25

 

Winter Basketball Leagues

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Enjoy the game of basketball while building morale, sportsmanship, and develop skills!

T-Shirt and Award included with fee.

Instructor: Travis Hightower
Age: 8-15
Dates: 

  • 3rd - 5th Grade: Tuesdays, January 10 - March 28
  • 6th - 8th Grade: Thursdays, January 12 - March 30

Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Fee: $85.00
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Min/Max: 50/70