After-school Adventures

The After School Adventures Program is managed by trained staff and designed to include fun, healthy activities, arts and crafts, snacks, and homework time. The program serves children in Kindergarten through sixth grade and operates in conjunction with the MISD calendar. 

Ages: K - 6th grade.
Hours: Mon. -  Fri., 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
*Space is limited 

Program Locations:

  • Achziger Elementary School
  • Beasley Elementary School (Dunford Rec Ctr.)
  • Florence Elementary School
  • McKenzie Elementary School (Goodbar Rec.Ctr.)
  • Rutherford Elementary School
  • Shaw Elementary School
  • Thompson Elementary School

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20/21 Registration Packet
Participants must complete a registration packet each new school year. Registration packets must be completely filled out and returned before a child many attend the program. Completed packets can be turned in to the Parks and Recreation administration office located at 1515 N. Galloway Ave. or emailed to : funmakers@cityofmesquite.com



Youth Programs Standards of Care

Registration and Fee Schedule

Listed below is the registration and fee schedule for the 2020-21 school year.

Month Registration Deadline Resident Non-Resident  
April April 1, 2021 $100 $110 Register Here
May May 3, 2021 $100 $110 Register Here

​After School Adventures Program Response to COVID-19                               


In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mesquite Parks & Recreation, with guidance from the public health officials, has developed new protocol to do our part to safely operate after school programs our facilities. While noticeable changes are in place, participants and families will still experience the fun, high-energy program they know and love. For a copy of the new COVID Operational Procedures for After School Adventures Program click here.

Registration and Capacities


To comply with new safety and health protocols, pre-registration will be required. Children must be registered before they can attend the program. Registration will be available online at www.cityofmesquite.com, in person at the Parks and Recreation Administration office, 1515 N. Galloway Ave. beginning August 1st. Payment is due at the time of registration. Space is limited, program capacity numbers have been reduced at each site to ensure safe operations within facilities.