LEAPS/21st CCLC Home

Eligibility and How To Apply
2025-2026 Before and Afterschool Qualifications
To apply, contact your child's school or contact the Extended Learning Programs office at (931) 528-1847.
Students aged 5-18 who are currently enrolled in the Putnam County School System may register for the program. First priority will be given to those students who are considered at-risk and in need of academic support. Classes will be filled on a first-come need basis; waiting lists will be created as classes are filled.
Students enrolled in the program are requested to attend a minimum of 3 days/week due to grant attendance requirements.
Emergency Procedures for Extended Learning Programs Closing
When a decision is made to close the morning and/or afternoon LEAPs/21st CCLC schools, an "all-call" or an email/SMS or post to PCSS social media pages will take place to inform the parents. If the decision is for specific schools, the message will come from those schools. If it is a county-wide closing, the message will come from the Director of Schools. If school is closed due to weather so are the Leaps/21st CCLC programs.
Locations
Algood Elementary School (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Jill Williams
Phone: 931-303-0362
Algood Middle School (5-8)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Hannah Bingham
Phone 931-537-6141
Avery Trace Middle School (5-8)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Rachel Robinson
Phone: 931-520-2200
Baxter Primary (PK-1)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Brandy Malone
Phone: 931-858-3110
Burks Elementary School (4-8)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Diana Cook
Phone: 931-839-7641
Cane Creek Elementary (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Ms. Angela Storie
Phone: 931-520-1173
Capshaw Elementary (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Ashley Williams
Phone: 931-526-2414
Cornerstone Elementary (2-4)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Janie Norrod
Phone: 931-858-9190
Jere Whitson Elementary (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Mr. Craig Swineford
Phone: 931-526-6575
Northeast Elementary (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Ms. Lora Bennett
Phone: 931-526-2978
Park View School (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Ms. Angela Webb
Phone: 931-526-2516
Prescott South Elementary School (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Nichole Beaty
Phone: 931-526-2275
Prescott South Middle School (5-8)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Stefanie Thrasher
Phone: 931-528-3647
Sycamore Elementary School (K-4)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Judy Hadlock
Phone: 931-526-9322
Upperman Middle School (5-8)
Site Coordinator: Mrs. Julie Sliger
Phone: 931-858-6601
Classes we offer
Classes are designed to meet the unique needs of students based on demographics, ages, test scores and special interests.
Sample Classes:
- Tutorial & Academic Assistance - provides additional support to students in understanding math, reading/Language Arts, science, social studies, English, biology, chemistry and using technology
- Extended library hours - provides access to library resources beyond the regular school program including literature, computers, and Accelerated Reader
- Jump Rope, Walking, and Karate Clubs help students develop better health and fitness habits
- Instrumental & Vocal music - Violin/Cello, guitar, piano, hand chimes, dulcimers, and choral classes allow students the opportunity to learn how to read music, play an instrument, sing in harmony, and present concerts to parents and peers
- Multimedia Broadcasting provide students with a "new " platform for learning by writing scripts and producing school news videos weekly morning announcements
- Computer technologies are available for students to access the Internet to conduct research, reinforce core academic skills, and explore scholarship options
- Inspector Gadget encourages middle school students to explore the latest gadgets and software programs integrating STEM technologies with reading and language
- Myth Busters challenges middle school students the opportunity to put the most famous myths on trial and checking out the scientific principles behind them
- LEGO robots unleash students' imagination to construct and program robots to follow simple commands using math, science and problem-solving techniques
- Shape Up challenges students to incorporate health and fitness into their daily lives
- Art - allows students to explore untapped talents through classes in painting, pottery-making, drawing and design, weaving, knitting, jewelry-making, scrapbooking, and visual artistic design
Upcoming Intersession & Camps
Fall Break Camp- October 6th-10th & Spring Break Camp- March 16th-20th
*Must be CURRENTLY enrolled in LEAPs or 21st CCLC to attend camp