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Community Center – After School and Summer Day Camp Programs here at The Sal

The Salvation Army Community Center offers two great seasonal programs for school-aged children, ages 6-13. While your children are enrolled in our programs, they will have many great learning opportunities in a Christian environment while having fun as they interact with friends, mentors, our qualified staff, and the pastoral team.

We will also provide a structured and positive environment, keeping them active and safe while giving them the opportunity to learn about building relationships and the world around them.

In both programs, we have field trips, nutritious meal(s), arts and crafts activities, supervised playtime both inside and outside, as well as programming focused on Christian values supporting our agency mission statement.

The Salvation Army’s After-School Program

Available for children in Kindergarten through 7th grade

Monday through Friday, 2:30-7:00 p.m. during the school year

  • includes After-School pickup at 10 area Springfield Public Schools
  • a nutritious evening meal
  • fun activities, games, & crafts, field trips occasionally
  • homework assistance – computer lab available
  • State child care subsidy accepted and scholarships available
  • All participants receive quality care from trained staff in a structured and safe environment with low student-to-teacher ratios, so you know your child is being well cared for.

Download the ASRP Enrollment Package here

Download the After School Handbook here

The Salvation Army’s Summer Day Camp

Available for children in Kindergarten through 7th grade in the fall of 2025 

Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM during the summer vacation months (May 27-August 14, 2025)

  • Arts & crafts
  • Weekly field trips to area attractions
  • Swimming each week – weather permitting
  • Outdoor activities and sports
  • State child care subsidy accepted and scholarships available
  • All activities & field trips, as well as breakfast, lunch & afternoon snacks, are included in the camp fee.

Register for our Summer Day Camp Program

Download the Day Camp Handbook here

The Salvation Army’s Counselor Internship Program

May 27-August 14, 2024; Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM 

Open to Teens ages 14-18.

  • Ideal Counselor Interns must possess a sincere desire to work with and help children.
  • They must show a willingness to learn leadership skills, possess a solid work ethic, and strive to be a positive role model.
  • Counselor Interns volunteer a minimum of 20 hours per week and coordinate their schedule with the Community Center Director.
  • Counselor Interns may also use this volunteer opportunity for school requirements.
  • Counselor Interns who successfully complete 250 hours during the summer months can apply to receive a $200 stipend at the end of the summer!
  • Counselor Intern Applications are due by May 1, 2025!

Apply for our CIT program here.

For more information about the above programs, please contact the Community Center Director at (417) 862-5509 ext. 113. or email at: kelly_thomas@usc.salvationarmy.org

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