Beyond the Bell Enrichment Program

Mission Statement:

A Christ-like, Safe, Fun, Learning, Family Environment for Children After School


As a service to St. Joseph School families we offer a state-approved after-school program with a mission to provide a Christ-like, safe, fun, learning-oriented, family environment for children after school. Applications for Beyond the Bell are available by clicking HERE. See more details about our after school program below.

Highlights & Summary 
·     We are a fully licensed program through the State Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
·     The BTB Director and BTB teachers/staff are in full compliance with DHHS regulations
·     We use the same rules/standards/disciplines as the school
·     Location: Cafeteria
·     Hours:
      -   3:20 - 5:30 pm on regular days
      -   1:00 - 5:30 pm when school is dismissed early for faculty meetings
·     Costs for the 2025-2026 school year:  
      -   Regular Day: $14 per day for the 1st child; $12 per day for each additional child
      -   Early Dismissal Day: $28 for the 1st child; $24 for each additional child
      -   There is an additional Late Fee if children are routinely not picked up by 5:30 pm.
·     Cancellation: Currently there is no charge for the day with a 2-hour notice
·     Invoices are sent monthly
·     A typical BTB day includes:
      -   Snack and beverage
      -   Time for artwork
      -   Time for outdoor or gym recess
      -   Time for homework (2nd grade and up only, per teachers)
      -   Time for games/strategic-thinking/building/creating
      -   All students are together as one big BTB family
·     The Parent Handbook can be found HERE.
·     For more information contact: 
      -   Carrie Finson
      -   Email: JHEL-beyondthebell@cdolinc.net
      -   Phone: 402-489-0341



St. Joseph School Beyond The Bell Program


Parent Comments
"St. Joseph BTB is amazing. Our daughter loves attending BTB and asks every week what days she gets to go. As a parent, it is reassuring knowing GiGi is safe and with good caregivers as well as always learning. Thank you Cinda and your team!”
~ Kindergarten parent

“BTB staff care for our children as if they were their own. We both work full time so it is a comfort to know our children are in good hands when we cannot be with them.”
~ Shane & Jennifer Kathol

“Our son always looks forward to BTB. They have a variety of fun and interesting activities. BTB has given him an opportunity to meet children outside of his class/grade. The BTB staff do a wonderful job.”
~ Kindergarten parent

“This program is well run – variety of activities, kids get to meet students in other grades and classes, and it is family friendly with its flexibility. The teachers are kind and caring. BTB is an excellent program."
~ Carrie Budd