ARCH - 21st Century Program

ARCH After School Program

Academic enrichment

Recreation and the arts

Community and family services

Healthy relationships

The Kentwood Public Schools and City of Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department are proud to partner to offer the ARCH after school program, made possible through a 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant and sponsored by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) in collaboration with Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLeap).

ARCH is designed to provide a comprehensive range of activities that meet the diverse needs of participating youth. Our program focuses on whole-child development, covering academic, social, emotional, physical, and mental wellness, as well as safety. We partner with local businesses and organizations to deliver a scope and sequence of activities that include literacy, arts and cultural awareness, career readiness skill building, youth development, nutrition, and health education.

Program Schedule

Our After School Program runs Monday through Thursday with the following schedules:

     Elementary: 3:59 PM - 6:29 PM

     Middle School: 3:04 PM - 5:34 PM

     High School: 2:31 PM - 5:01 PM

Important Notes

This is not a drop-in service. Regular attendance is required due to grant funding.

Please inform ARCH staff if your student will be absent. This ensures the safety and well-being of all participants.

Online applications will only be accepted through the link provided below.

Online Registration Form

1.  To apply for the ARCH program, please follow these steps:

2.  Click on the link below to access the registration form.

3.  Create an account by clicking on "Register" and using your email address and password.

4.  Complete each section of the form carefully. If a section does not apply to you, respond with "NONE."

5.  Once completed, hit "SUBMIT."

6.  Please note that completing this form does not guarantee admission into the program.

ARCH Online Registration Form

Eligibility

To qualify for the ARCH program, students must have completed Kindergarten/Young 5's.

Selection Process

Completed applications will be reviewed by each building principal, who will work with school day teachers and the Site Coordinator to make recommendations for enrollment. You will receive an email notification once your child has been selected for the program. Your child may not attend ARCH until you have received this confirmation email.

Please reach out to the ARCH office at 616-426-5311 or arch.program@kentwoodps.org if you have any further questions.