YWCA Mission Ridge After School Program is a HHSC-licensed provider at 150 Nonap Rd in east El Paso, serving school-age children (ages 4–13) from dismissal until 6 PM. With zero high-severity regulatory deficiencies and a small capacity of 50, the program maintains strong compliance and intimate class sizes. It integrates Social Emotional Learning and STEAM education through creative arts, outdoor games, and themed programming, with daily snacks provided. Subsidies, scholarships, sliding-scale rates, and military discounts broaden access, and summer camp options extend programming beyond the school year.
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Social Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum that cultivates emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills through interactive activities, promoting self-awareness, emotional regulation, and effective communication. STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) integrated to develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
Programs & activities: Creative arts, outdoor games, teamwork-focused activities, structured monthly and weekly themed programming. Summer and intersession camp options available. Ages 4-13 served on campus from school dismissal until 6 PM.
What sets it apart: Program offers USDA-approved healthy snacks daily. Multiple financial assistance options available including scholarships, sliding-scale rates, military discounts, and corporate partnership pricing through employers. Texas Workforce Solutions Borderplex assistance available for qualifying families. Program director: Erica Castro (915-760-1810, E.Castro@ywcaelpaso.org).
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