• School Release Day and Holiday Care
  • Kindergarten - Grade 5
  • Independent School District 621
  • Questions? Call 612-230-9622 

Overview

Kids have a blast in the Shoreview Y’s full-day recreational program on school release days and school vacation breaks. It’s safe, fun, full of age-appropriate activities that stretch kids’ minds and bodies – and gives them opportunities to practice caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and equity.

Kids are engaged and entertained

Each day is different – there’s a whole lot of things to do and places to go. Arts and crafts, group games, sports, indoor and outdoor play, themed projects and field trips are just some of the ways your child might spend their day.

Awesome field trips and fun themes

Field trip samples:

  • Rollerskating
  • Museums
  • Indoor Activity Parks
  • Bowling
  • Swimming
  • Movies
  • Seasonal Trips such as Pumpkin Patch or Sledding

Locations

Bel Air Elementary     
1800 NW 5th Street     
New Brighton, MN 55112

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Island Lake Elementary     
3555 N. Victoria St.     
Shoreview, MN 55126

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Forms & Documents

Hours

  • Drop-off 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
  • Program Day 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Pick-up 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    Note - December 24 and 31 hours: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

When the School District calls for a LATE START, Before Care programs are cancelled.

When the School District calls for an EARLY RELEASE, After Care programs are cancelled.

When school is CANCELLED due to severe cold temperatures, YMCA will run Release Day programs at Bel Air Elementary and Island Lake Elementary. Inclement-weather Release Day Programs are open to children currently attending YMCA Before Care and/or After Care. Inclement weather program hours for Mounds View School District are 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


School Release Day Calendar

2024

  • October 4, 14, 17, 18
  • November 1, 25, 26, 27
  • December 23, 24 (Island Lake only), 26, 27, 30, 31
    Note - December 24 and 31 hours: 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

2025

  • January 20, 23, 24
  • February 17
  • March 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31
  • April 17, 18
  • May 23

2024-2025 School Release Day Schedule

Cost

$56 per child per day. Late registration $66 per child per day.

Program Fees

Advanced registration is required to receive the standard program rate. Fees are due Monday, two weeks prior to the Release Day.

Registrations received later than Monday, two weeks prior to the release day, will result in a $10 premium increase in the school release day tuition. 

Payment

Registrations completed online can be paid at the time of registration or set up as an automatic electronic fund transfer (EFT). Payment is available for paper registrations via cash, check or EFT. You may authorize EFT on your registration form. EFTs will be processed on Tuesday two weeks prior to the week of the release day. You may login online to see your balance and make a payment.

Cancellations and Changes

YMCA of the North is committed to offering programs and services that strengthen youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Please review our refund policies, which support our programs and service delivery.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

What to Bring to School Release Days

(please label all belongings)

  • Lunch
  • Beverage and two snacks
  • Appropriate clothing for outdoor play and art projects
  • On swim field-trip days, a swimsuit, towel and lock

*The YMCA is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items. Please leave toys and valuables at home. In the event of low enrollment (less than 10 participants) the day may be cancelled. You will be notified five days in advance.