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Good Nutrition Begins at the Learning Circle YMCA

          

As a strong believer in youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Summit Area YMCA strives to provide the best programs for children in our local communities. Through The Learning Circle (TLC) branch, located at 95 Morris Ave in Summit, the Y makes each and every day an opportunity for children to learn, grow and thrive. By weaving in the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into all that it does, TLC sets the stage for happy, healthy children.

One way that The Learning Circle plays a critical role in supporting the health of its children, ages six weeks to six years old, is by providing 244 nutritious meals daily. A number of these meals are funded by the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), a federally funded US Department of Agriculture (USDA) program that provides assistance to childcare institutions for the provision of nutritious foods to young children.

The Learning Circle YMCA dietary plan is guided by the CACFP nutrition standards for meals and snacks, based on the National Academy of Medicine’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans and includes a larger variety of vegetables and fruits, more whole grains, less sugar and saturated fat. By serving well-rounded healthy meals to young children, the Learning Circle YMCA is initiating healthy habits and smart food choices early on while laying out a foundation for healthy lifestyles for years to come.

The Learning Circle YMCA’s curriculum is aligned with the New Jersey State Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards which includes English, Language Arts, Approaches for Learning Mathematics, Science, Social/Emotional Development, Visual/Performing Arts, Social Studies, Family Life Skills, Health/Safety/Physical Education, Technology and World Language. It accommodates full day, full or part week schedules and extended hours To find out more about TLC programs or schedule a tour please visit www.thesay.org/tlc

For those unable to afford tuition, the Summit Area YMCA provides financial support so that all children can take part in TLC programs. Individuals and families who demonstrate need of financial assistance living in the Summit Area YMCA service area including Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn/Short Hills, New Providence, Springfield, Stirling and Summit are eligible. For more information, please visit www.thesay.org/financialassistance

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About the Summit Area YMCA
The Summit Area YMCA is one of the area’s leading 501(c)3 charitable organizations. Founded in 1886, the Summit Area YMCA has a history steeped in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income and background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Each year, we serve more than 10,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the communities of Berkeley Heights, New Providence, Millburn, Springfield, Short Hills, Summit, Gillette, and Stirling. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those with demonstrated need. To strengthen your community and provide others with the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive, make your tax-deductible donation today at www.theSAY.org/give.

 

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In 1886, we were founded as the Young Men’s Christian Association, but today, we are The Y; an association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. We stand for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility — For a better us. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all regardless of gender, age, disability, income, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive culture in which our four core values — responsibility, honesty, caring and respect — are integral to everyday operations.

Each year, as one of the area’s leading 501(c)3 charitable organizations, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 15,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit. Our history is rooted in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those in need.

Please note that the Hurst Pool at the Summit YMCA will be closed on Sunday, March 31, 2024 and will reopen on Monday, April 8, 2024 due to regularly scheduled maintenance. Group Ex Pro will reflect amended aquatics schedules.