Extended Learning

A fundamental service of Community Schools is providing opportunities for learning outside of school time.  

In the 2024/2025 school year, Hickory Elementary provided extended learning to 149 students, many participating in multiple session.  We also expanded our extended learning days to four days a week (Monday-Thursday).

Transportation is provided home to HUB stops for students that request bus transportation. Meals are provided to all students through Food and Nutrition services.  

Extended Learning programming has included cooking, sports, crafts, building, gardening and more!  We have partnered with agencies such as Girls on the Run, Police Athletic League, 4H, HARC and Maryland State Youth Soccer Association. 

Extended Learning will continue in the 2025/2026 school year and will be expanded to include more academic support opportunities for students.  Fun is always built into the extended learning plan! 

Information will be sent home for each session if your child does not participate in session one. 

If you have questions regarding the program, please reach out to our Community School Manager, Julie Matheny 301-766-8199 (call/text), mathejul@wcps.k12.md.us or Extended Learning Lead, Kathy O'Reilly 301.766.8198 ext 71806.