"Third Base" is an after school child care program. Its name originated from the game of baseball, wherein the last place before scoring at home is 3rd base.

Supervision and instruction for "Third Base" are provided by kindergarten teacher, Louise Simmons.

General Information

The program will operate each day school is in regular session between the hours of 2:15 and 5:00 p.m. Third Base will not operate on early out days or if school is closed early due to weather.

The charge per hour is $2.00. There is a family discount, a second child will be charged at $1.00 per hour. The program is self supporting and payments should be made in a timely manner. Billing will done twice a month, on the 15th and the 30th.

If you would like for your child to participate call the school office between 8:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. This service can be used daily or as an occasional after school care. However, the number is limited to 20.

Program will begin the first day of school.

Emergency information should be communicated during the first day of participation (ex. allergies, handicaps, etc.) Telephone numbers will be taken from the school emergency cards.

The program is limited to children enrolled at Whitethorn School.

Please note that children who misbehave may lose their eligibility to participate.