After-School School Program Information
Dates
October 2, 2023-May 16, 2024
Program Days & time Frames
Monday-Thursday, school dismissal until 6:30 PM
After-School Programming Locations
220 N Bentalou St, Baltimore, MD 21223
3223 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21224
1301 McCulloh St, Baltimore, MD 21217
3536 Brehms Ln, Baltimore, MD 21213
220 N Bentalou St, Baltimore, MD 21223
3223 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21224
1301 McCulloh St, Baltimore, MD 21217
3536 Brehms Ln, Baltimore, MD 21213
OrchKids is accepting new students for the 2023-2024 school year. Once accepted, parents/guardians will receive a confirmation of enrollment. We will send out a detailed program calendar to families prior to the start of programming. We will discuss the program overview, student schedules, and other important details at the family orientations.
Enrollment Process
OrchKids will be enrolling students for the 2023 summer and the 2023-2024 school year in one application. This is an application and not a confirmation of enrollment. Parents/guardians will receive notification if their child is enrolled for the 2023-2024 school year, dates of notification are outlined below. There are limited spaces for the 2023-2024 school year and enrollment will largely be based on a first-come, first-enrolled basis.
OrchKids is accepting new students for the 2023-2024 school year. Once accepted, parents/guardians will receive a confirmation of enrollment. We will send out a detailed program calendar to families prior to the start of programming. We will discuss the program overview, student schedules, and other important details at the family orientations.
Enrollment Process
OrchKids will be enrolling students for the 2023 summer and the 2023-2024 school year in one application. This is an application and not a confirmation of enrollment. Parents/guardians will receive notification if their child is enrolled for the 2023-2024 school year, dates of notification are outlined below. There are limited spaces for the 2023-2024 school year and enrollment will largely be based on a first-come, first-enrolled basis.
Enrollment Dates
March 13 -May 19
Notification of enrollment by June 2.
Parent/guardian verbal communication/ confirmation by September 8.
All currently enrolled students will need to first indicate their intent to enroll for the 2023-2024 school year by May 19th (via online application). Following the indication, a verbal confirmation by the parent/guardian must be communicated to an OrchKids program team member by September 8th. This verbal communication/confirmation MUST happen in order to secure your student’s spot for the 2023-2024 school year.
March 13 -September 8
Notification of enrollment by September 15.
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year will officially close on Friday, September 8th for new students. Families will receive notification of enrollment by September 15th. Please note that students who enroll after September 8th will be put on the waitlist and will be contacted if and when slots become available. If accepted into the program, an individualized plan will be created in order for your student to start programming.
March 13 -May 19
Notification of enrollment by June 2.
Parent/guardian verbal communication/ confirmation by September 8.
All currently enrolled students will need to first indicate their intent to enroll for the 2023-2024 school year by May 19th (via online application). Following the indication, a verbal confirmation by the parent/guardian must be communicated to an OrchKids program team member by September 8th. This verbal communication/confirmation MUST happen in order to secure your student’s spot for the 2023-2024 school year.
March 13 - September 8
Notification of enrollment by September 15.
Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year will officially close on Friday, September 8th for new students. Families will receive notification of enrollment by September 15th. Please note that students who enroll after September 8th will be put on the waitlist and will be contacted if and when slots become available. If accepted into the program, an individualized plan will be created in order for your student to start programming.
After-School Programming Components
Attendance
Attendance is MANDATORY for all assigned OrchKids classes and rehearsals. This includes ensemble days and private lessons/small group lessons. All students are required to come a minimum of two days per week to receive OrchKids programming.
Program-Wide Transportation
Bus transportation between sites will only be provided to students on ensemble days and NOT on student lesson days. If there are any challenges regarding transportation on days other than ensemble day, please reach out to your student’s site Program Manager.
Important Dates
Mary Ann Winterling:
New Student/Family Interest Meeting & Instrument Petting Zoo
September 6 OR 7 | 5:00 - 6:30pm in the Cafeteria
Attendance required by new students/families only.
Accepted Student Family Orientation
September 25 OR 26 | 5:00 - 6:30pm in the Cafeteria
ALL parents/students (new, current, and returning) are required to attend one of the family orientation meetings before the start of programming.
If your family is unable to attend one of the required meetings, then your family MUST meet with an OrchKids staff member prior to the start of programming. Please reach out to them ASAP.
Highlandtown Elementary/Middle School #215
New Student/Family Interest Meeting & Instrument Petting Zoo
September 6 OR 7 | 4:00 - 5:30pm in the Cafeteria
Attendance required by new students/families only.
Accepted Student Family Orientation
September 25 OR 26 | 4:00 - 5:30pm in the Cafeteria
ALL parents/students (new, current, and returning) are required to attend one of the family orientation meetings before the start of programming.
If your family is unable to attend one of the required meetings, then your family MUST meet with an OrchKids staff member prior to the start of programming. Please reach out to them ASAP.
New Student/Family Recruitment Day/Petting Zoo Meetings
September
Attendance required by new students/families only.
Family Orientations (by site)
Week of September 25; exact dates and times TBD
ALL parents/students (new, current, and returning) are required to attend one of the family orientation meetings before the start of programming.
If your family is unable to attend one of the required meetings, then your family MUST meet with an OrchKids staff member prior to the start of programming. Please reach out to them ASAP.
Complete the Fall Enrollment Form Here
Important Dates
Mary Ann Winterling:
New Student/Family Interest Meeting & Instrument Petting Zoo
September 6 OR 7 | 5:00 - 6:30pm in the Cafeteria
Attendance required by new students/families only.
Accepted Student Family Orientation
September 25 OR 26 | 5:00 - 6:30pm in the Cafeteria
ALL parents/students (new, current, and returning) are required to attend one of the family orientation meetings before the start of programming.
If your family is unable to attend one of the required meetings, then your family MUST meet with an OrchKids staff member prior to the start of programming. Please reach out to them ASAP.
Highlandtown Elementary/Middle School #215
New Student/Family Interest Meeting & Instrument Petting Zoo
September 6 OR 7 | 4:00 - 5:30pm in the Cafeteria
Attendance required by new students/families only.
Accepted Student Family Orientation
September 25 OR 26 | 4:00 - 5:30pm in the Cafeteria
ALL parents/students (new, current, and returning) are required to attend one of the family orientation meetings before the start of programming.
If your family is unable to attend one of the required meetings, then your family MUST meet with an OrchKids staff member prior to the start of programming. Please reach out to them ASAP.
New Student/Family Recruitment Day/Petting Zoo Meetings
September
Attendance required by new students/families only.
Family Orientations (by site)
Week of September 25; exact dates and times TBD
ALL parents/students (new, current, and returning) are required to attend one of the family orientation meetings before the start of programming.
If your family is unable to attend one of the required meetings, then your family MUST meet with an OrchKids staff member prior to the start of programming. Please reach out to them ASAP.
Complete the Summer & Fall Enrollment Form Here