Ignite: After School Program

The Ignite after school program, specifically designed for students with special needs or learning differences, serves enrolled students both after school and during non-school days. The program offers various benefits, including teamwork activities, games, self-management exercises, and a reinforcement system where students can visit a “store” daily to exchange points for prizes or fun activities.

Ignite is managed by Vanguard Center for Neurological Health (VCNH), an applied behavior analysis (ABA) clinic associated with the school. The Ignite program director is a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and staff are all trained in behavior management principles. Ignite typically operates at a 1:3 staff-to-student ratio.

Hours of Operation

  • Ignite operates from August – June, following the school calendar.
  • During regular school days, program hours are from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
  • During the school’s summer session in June, the program hours change from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
  • Ignite is open all day when school is on break and holidays, except when VCNH is closed for major holidays or staff training (See the VCNH/Ignite School Calendar).

Pricing

After School Enrollment:

Based on their needs and schedules, families may choose to enroll their students for weekly or drop-in attendance.

Weekly Attendance Option – Families may opt for a 3-day or 5-day weekly attendance enrollment package. Since the regular hourly rate is discounted from $45 to $30, families are obligated to pay the weekly fee regardless of whether the student attends all sessions for the week.

Drop-In Option – Families with students who attend less frequently may opt for the drop-in enrollment and pay only when their child attends the Ignite program. No advance notice is required for drop-in attendance.

  • Weekly Enrollment – 3 days/week – $90 per week (Increases to $135 in June Only)
  • Weekly Enrollment – 5 days/week – $150 per week (Increases to $225 in June Only)
  • Drop-In Enrollment – $45 per day (Increases to $65 in June Only)

School Break Program:

Ignite is open all day from 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM when the school is on break, except when VCNH is closed for holidays or staff training. Families may choose to have their child attend all day or half-days. Scheduling in advance is not required, however a discounted fee is available with advance notice. 

Ignite will send communication out in advance to sign up for days when the school is not in session.

Full Days: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM Fees:

  • $150 per day with advance notice
  • $175 per day without notice

Half Days: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • $75 per day with advance notice
  • $90 per day without notice