Welcome

Welcome to the Hawk’s Nest family! On behalf of our dedicated after-school teachers, specialists, and club leaders, we are thrilled to have you join us. We are committed to offering exceptional after-school opportunities where your children can explore, enhance, and celebrate their unique talents within the Hunter community.

Our Hawk’s Nest team is devoted to creating a welcoming and safe environment that meets the needs and interests of all our students. By fostering a sense of community and equality, we aim to provide an enriching after-school experience. Your children will have the chance to form new friendships across grade levels and participate in various community-building activities and events.

For more information or to connect with us, please contact the Hawk’s Nest office at [email protected] or call (212) 860-1407. Our office hours are Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on school days.

We look forward to seeing your children thrive in Hawk’s Nest!

Program Overview

The Hawk's Nest After School Program operates from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM on school days, offering students a structured yet engaging environment. The program is divided into Fall (September to January) and Spring (February to June) semesters, ensuring a consistent yet flexible schedule throughout the academic year.

A typical day at Hawk’s Nest begins with snack time in the cafeteria from 2:30 PM to 2:45 PM. Parents are encouraged to pack nutritious snacks for their children, as the program does not provide snacks, and elementary students are not permitted to use vending machines. After snack time, students are picked up by their after-school teachers at 2:45 PM and escorted to their classrooms for enrichment classes, which run until 4:00 PM.

Dismissal begins around 4:00 - 4:15 PM, allowing time for students to pack up their belongings and make their way to the designated pick-up area. For those enrolled in clubs, tutoring, or study nests, leaders or tutors will collect the students from the cafeteria at 4:15 PM and guide them to their respective classrooms. These sessions conclude at 5:00 PM, after which students are escorted to the courtyard or cafeteria (during inclement weather) for a free play session. Parents or guardians are expected to pick up their children by 5:30 PM, ensuring a smooth and timely end to the day. 

2024-2025 School Year

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

September 9th - January 31st

February 3rd - June 13th

 

Time Frame

Event

Purpose

2:30pm - 2:45pm

Snack Time

Opportunity for students to have a light meal and socialize with peers.

2:45pm - 4:00pm

Enrichment Classes

Structured activities designed to develop new skills and/or enhance specialties. 

4:15pm - 5:00pm

Clubs 

Student lead activities that foster team building and community engagement.

Study Nest 

Designed for students to complete homework with the support of a tutor.

5:00pm - 5:30pm 

Free Play / Dismissal

Final session designed for students to unwind with a free period until pick up.