YMCA of Metro Chicago Ready to Help Parents If CPS Teachers Strike

When Chicago Public Schools are closed, working parents can turn to the YMCA of Metro Chicago's School Days Out program, which provides children ages 5-12 with quality supervised activities in a safe and structured environment. Students at five of the seven participating YMCA centers will receive a healthy breakfast, lunch and snack, thanks to our partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository.

School Days Out is open to all parents, but priority will be given to Y members. Space is limited, so parents are encouraged to register today. Find your local center by visiting our locations page.

High Ridge YMCA
2424 W. Touhy Avenue, Chicago, IL 60645
773.262.8300

Fee: $35 members; $45 non-members
Registration: Register in person or by calling 773.262.8300.
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Swimming, arts & crafts, physical activities and sports
Please bring: Swimsuit and towel

Irving Park YMCA
4251 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60641
773.777.7500

Fee: $35 members; $50 non-members
Registration: New participants must register in person. Parents of children in the afterschool program or who have attended School Days Out this year can register by phone.
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Swimming, arts and crafts, sports, group games and playground (weather permitting)
Please bring: Gym shoes, swimsuit, lunch and two snacks

Lake View YMCA
3333 N. Marshfield, Chicago, IL 60657
773.248.3333

Fee: $55 members; $65 non-members
Registration: Register in person
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Group games, arts and crafts, swimming, sports and enrichment activities
Please bring: Water bottle, towel and swimsuit. Lunch and snacks for children with food allergies

Leaning Tower YMCA
6300 W. Touhy, Niles, IL 60714
847.410.5108

Fee: $45 members
Registration: In person or by phone. An emergency packet must be completed for all new participants.
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Games, sports, arts and crafts, reading
Please bring: Lunch and two snacks

McCormick Tribune YMCA
1834 N. Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
773.235.2525

Fee: $32 members;$40 non-members
Registration: In person or by phone. Registration form must be completed at drop off.
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Arts and crafts, physical activities and sports
Please bring: Lunch and snacks for children with food allergies

Rauner Family YMCA
2700 S. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608
773.847.3115

Fee: $30 members; $50 non-members
Registration: In person or by phone
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Arts and crafts, sports and games
Please bring: Lunch and snacks for children with food allergies

South Side YMCA
6330 S. Stony Island, Chicago, IL 60637
773.947.0700

Fee: $30 members; $50 non-members
Registration: Online, by phone or in person
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Outdoor games, crafts, swim lessons and recreational swim, and a variety of sports
Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, sneakers, and lunch and snacks for children with food allergies

West Communities YMCA
6235 S. Homan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60629
773.434.0300

Fee: $30 members; $50 non-members
Registration: In person or by phone
Time offered: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Activities: Swimming, arts and crafts, and reading
Please bring: Swimsuit, towel, and lunch and snacks for children with food allergies