The Bend Park & Recreation District has opened applications for the 2024-2025 after-school Kids Inc. program. Applications are open through 5 p.m. May 17 for the initial selection process.

The park district will use a lottery to determine selection and waitlist status. Applicants will be notified May 24 and will have until June 3 to secure their spots with a first-month deposit.

Children from kindergarten through fifth grade are accepted, and care is offered after school until 5:30 p.m. Care is provided at every Bend-La Pine school except Amity Creek Magnet at Thompson School and Westside Village Magnet at Kingston School.

One child’s care costs $265 per month for full time and $135 per month for part time. Scholarships are available for qualifying families.

For the 2024-25 school year, Kids Inc. will offer full-time and part-time options. If selected for part time, families have the option to move to full time as spaces become available if they prefer. This may occur at any time before the school year begins or during the year.

The application can be found on the park district’s website. Applicants can also apply by phone.