KIA 3rd,4th & 5th
Kids in Action’s 3rd, 4th and 5th grade program is currently located at Foster Elementary School. Children at this program are learning to communicate, cooperate and problem solve with their peers. Social and emotional learning through acceptance and equity are emphasized at KIA. Creativity, imagination, teamwork and STEM are developed through age appropriate choice activities. Homework is a vital part of the 3rd, 4th & 5th grade program. Quiet, schedules homework time is offered and children may choose to do homework at anytime throughout the afternoon. We encourage parents and children to work together to develop a plan to assist children in making good “time management” choices while attending the program.
IMPORTANT DATES
| Wednesday, June 7 | Early Release Day |
| Monday, May 29 | School is Closed for Memorial Day Observation |
| Thursday, June 15 | Tentative Last Day of School – KIA closes at 3pm |
| *Monday, June 19th | *School is closed for Juneteenth, if still in session |
IMPORTANT LINKS
- KIA K-5 Parent Handbook
- Existing KIA Family Registration Begins May 15, 2023 for the 2023-2024 School Year. After School KIA @ Foster, PRS & South Schools are currently full. If you enroll your child now, they will be placed on a waitlist in the order we receive their enrollment forms.
- New KIA Family Registration Begins May 15, 2023 for the 2023-2024 School Year. After School KIA @ Foster, PRS & South Schools are currently full. If you enroll your child now, they will be placed on a waitlist in the order we receive their enrollment forms.
- East School NEW KIA Families
- Foster NEW KIA Families
- PRS NEW KIA Families
- South NEW KIA Families
- To complete your registration, please mail the Non-refundable $25 Registration Fee and $150 Deposit to Kids In Action – 220 Central Street – Hingham. The $150.00 deposit will be applied to your May 2024 tuition payment. **
- Fee Schedule 2023-2024
- HPS Calendar 2023-2024
- Contact us
MEET OUR AMAZING TEAM
The goal of our staff is to maintain a safe and secure environment for each child. Our staff is dedicated to serving the individual needs of the children by offering a variety of activities that will foster the development of a positive self-image; encourage the use of appropriate social skills and facilitate discovery and growth.
Barbara Granahan
Teacher
Miss Barbara has been a valued member of KIA for 32 years! Currently, she is the Team Leader at our Foster site with grades 3, 4 and 5 and also Before School at South. When she’s not at KIA she enjoys spending time at her Lake House in NH.
Jessie Gillis
Teacher Assistant
Miss Jessie returned to KIA in 2023, and we are very excited to have her back!
Ann Howard
Teacher
Mrs. Howard has been with KIA for 29 years! She holds a Bachelors in Education and aside from KIA has spent time as a classroom teacher, substitute and educator/guide for the National Wildlife Federation. Mrs. Howard enjoys nature walks, hiking and gardening in her spare time.
Helen Mischler
Teacher
Colleen Shinney
Teacher
Miss Colleen has been with KIA since 2018. She holds a Bachlors degree and is certified as a 5-8 ELA teacher. She has worked for various school districts and has been involved in managing and teaching different children’s programs. When she’s not at KIA, she is with her two young boys at home who keep her very busy! She also loves being outdoors, exercising, taking photographs and coffee!
Kids In Action 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade
Telephone: (781)741-1591
Address: Foster School, 55 Downer Ave., Hingham, MA 02043 (*Location is subject to change based on HPS availability.)