Dexter Community Education

Mill Creek Middle School and Dexter High School athletics charge participation fees. Athletic Participation Fees are as follows: High School: $250 per sport, flat fee Middle School: $150 per sport, flat fee. There is a family cap of $1,000 per year.

Our Community Education programming has engaging classes, fun teachers, and enriching experiences for all ages - after school, in the evenings, and on the weekends. Behavior Guidelines Please remember that participation in Community Education programs is voluntary. Students are expected to act respectfully throughout their participation. Community Education reserves the right to remove a student from a program at any time if they display inappropriate or unsafe behaviors. Cancellation Policy If you are unable to take the class you can request a refund. There will be a $5 deduction from any refunds except programs canceled by Community Ed. Scholarships Dexter Community Education offers Dexter School District families need-based scholarships for most of our programs. We offer one per child per catalog. Generally, students who qualify for free lunch through the schools qualify for a scholarship of up to $100 for one class per catalog; students who qualify for reduced lunch may be eligible for a partial scholarship. We may also offer scholarships for families with special circumstances on a case-by-case basis. We are not able to offer scholarships for programs that are not run by Community Education, nor for classes that do not meet minimum enrollments. All scholarships require the Director’s approval. If you register for a class using a scholarship and cancel less than one week prior to start date, you will forfeit your scholarship for that semester. Your signature on the application indicates that you have read and accept these policies. Once our office receives your application, we will confirm eligibility, but hold registration until the course meets minimum enrollment. Your “place in line” will be preserved. Once minimum enrollment is met, we will register your child and send you confirmation. Community Education Class Scholarship Application

Dexter Community Schools uses Eleyo to accept payments for things such as club payments, t-shirts, yearbooks, etc. The school or club concerned will tell parents to use that route whenever applicable. Choose your building or program below.

FALL 2025 REGISTRATION INFORMATION It's that time again! Jenkins ECLC will soon open registration for fall 2025. Priority to register for available spots is as follows: Current Jenkins Families: April 1-11, 2025 DCS Staff New to Jenkins: April 14-18, 2025 Open to everyone: April 21, 2025 Enrollment is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are in a priority group, you must complete registration during your priority window in order to maintain priority status. If you register prior to your priority group, your registration will be deleted and you will need to re-register during the appropriate window. Once we confirm your requested placement, you will have two weeks to return your contract and registration fee (if required) in order to hold your spot. Learn more about Jenkins on our website.

2025 Camp Dexter Registration is Closed Due to overwhelming demand, Camp Dexter registration is now closed. At this time, we do not anticipate additional spots becoming available. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact our office, but please note that the chances of securing a spot are very low. We appreciate your interest in our program and encourage families to explore other local summer camp options. 2025 REGISTRATION DATES: Registration for 2025-26 After Care and 2025 Camp Dexter for returning families opens on March 1, 2025 at 8am. Registration for new families wishing to enroll in After Care and Camp Dexter opens on March 15, 2025 at 8am. Dexter Community Education School Age Child Care provides essential support for working families through after-school care and special programs on non-school days. We specialize in enrichment and recreational activities outside of regular school hours for children from Young 5 through Grade 6. Our state-licensed child care services are staffed by qualified, experienced professionals who prioritize the well-being and enjoyment of every child. Each grade level enjoys tailored activities, games, projects, and both indoor and outdoor play. Children have the option to engage in reading and homework, alongside free time to develop social skills and explore personal interests. Our centers maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment, adhering to District policies and procedures at all times.All School Age Child Care programs are located at Bates. AFTER CARE: After Care operates from the school dismissal bell until 6:00 pm. We offer full-time schedules for After Care The daily rate for After Care is $16.50. Care Staff escort Anchor, Beacon, and Wylie students from their schools to Bates for After Care and Half-Day Care. Creekside students are transported by bus to the hub and then walk to Bates. NO SCHOOL DAY CARE: Child care is available on most scheduled Non-School days for children from Young 5 to 6th grade. This includes half days (from dismissal until 6 pm) and full-day (from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm). Our programs are engaging, age-appropriate, and offer a wide variety of activities. The rate for half-day programs is $36/day, and for full-day programs, it's $66/day. On full-day Non School days, students can be dropped off at Bates after 7:30 am. Click here for instructions on how to register for Non-School Days. CAMP DEXTER: Camp Dexter runs for nine weeks during the summer. Our activities include indoor/outdoor games, swimming, crafts, campers' choice time, movies, field trips, and more! The camp operates Monday through Friday at Bates School, with drop-off starting at 7:30 am and pick-up until 6:00 pm. The weekly rate for full-week schedules is $250. Camp Dexter is open to students who have completed either Kindergarten or Young 5 through fifth grade. Click here for our tentative 2025 Camp Dexter schedule. A non-refundable fee of $75/person is required at enrollment. Should you choose not to utilize the program after registration, this fee will not be refunded. For financial assistance inquiries, please contact the Department of Human Services to determine eligibility.