Ishpeming Schools Childcare & Learning Center

Mission Statement

It is the goal of the Ishpeming School Childcare Center to provide quality, convenient, and affordable childcare for the families of our community.  We understand the level of trust you place in us when you enroll your child.  We are committed to recreate a "neighborhood for children" -- a happy place where all kids feel safe, valued, and accepted."

Young Learners Program

This program is open to all children ages 3 to 7 years and who are toilet trained.  Our goal is to help children develop happy, healthy attitudes toward learning and positive feelings about themselves as learners.  Children in this age group are making the transition from imaginative play to more cognitive thinking. Our classrooms let children explore in both directions.  Daily activities include language arts/books, science/sensory, music and movement.  this program also works well for children already enrolled in a kindergarten, young 5 or developmental preschool who need childcare before or after class.

• Bussing during the regular school day
  is available to district students 4 years
  of age and older.
   

• Morning and afternoon sessions available.

IPSCC-Phelps Mentor Program Video

Professional Development Days

On Professional Development Days our services will be extended to accommodate all children in the district in need of childcare. FUN is the objective on these special days. Activities will focus on specific themes each month and include arts and crafts, gym activities, guest speakers, and snacks.

Time: 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $3.50/hour

Busing home is not available.

District will provide milk and a snack
Parents responsible for a sack lunch

After School Program -- "The Hematite Kids Club"

This program will focus on creating a "neighborhood for children" after school. Children enrolled will participate in a wide variety of creative and challenging activities offered under a set routine. Activities will include a nutritious snack, arts and crafts, brain teasers, outdoor play, team sports, board games, music, movement, and a quiet time and place to complete homework.

• Bussing to the center after school is provided for district students.

• For children 3 to 12 years of age.

When: 3:40 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $3.50/hour

"Red Rover, Red Rover, send your kids right over."

Space is limited with financial assistance available to eligible families through the Department of Human Services.  Bussing is also available to and from the center during regular school days.

Contact Information

To receive registration forms please contact:

Ishpeming Public School District No.1

319 E. Division Street

Ishpeming, MI 49489

Telephone:  (906) 485-5501

Click Here to view/print registration form.

For questions about the program contact:

Doreen Bertucci
 

Childcare Center Telephone:  906.485.208

Home Telephone (after 6 p.m.):  906.485.5350 or email Deeny2c@aol.com