Expanded Learning

Expanded Learning is a district program that offers before and after school programming through our elementary sites. Programming runs for all instructional school days from school dismissal to 6:00 pm. Students must be registered and accepted into the program to participate. Acceptance into the program is based on need and availability. Program requirements include mandatory school attendance when students are in attendance during the school day. Students may be picked up may vary based on school site. Students in the program that have multiple absences or are picked up consistently outside the dismissal windows are subject to program termination. 

One of the goals of the Expanded Learning Program is to complement and support the core learning that happens during the school day and school year. Connecting interactive and engaging activities, such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), robotics, arts/dance/drama, and sports, to school day academic standards, behaviors, and habits can increase student engagement, widen student perspectives, spark curiosity, and boost academic performance.

NMUSD’s Expanded Learning Program includes the following components:

1. Academic Support: NMUSD Expanded Learning plays an important role in supporting academic achievement. Every day the staff designates time and optimal space for students to complete homework assigned by classroom teachers. The staff actively assist students in developing organizational, time-management, and study skills that help students complete their homework and encourage their overall academic success. Additionally, NMUSD Expanded Learning staff engage with the daytime teachers to learn strategies that reinforce concepts taught during the school day. 
2. Enrichment:  Students will have opportunities to participate in educational experiences that are challenging and enriching, and extend their academic abilities in the arts, dance, music, science, drama, and sports by partnering with outside community enrichment agencies, as well as community-based organization, such as the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club.
3. Snack: At no cost to program participants, the district’s Nutrition Services Department will provide a healthful snack to all students. To establish healthful nutrition and reinforce healthful choices, the composition of these snacks meets the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch guidelines for nutrition and portions.

Each school offers unique programs, based on the specific needs and availability. 

Program Flyers

Click the links below to submit the "NMUSD Expanded Learning" after-school interest form for 2026-27.

For all other after-school programs, please contact the school. 

Updated: 7/7/2026