26-0015: Before and After Care Services

The Salem City Board of Education is seeking a qualified provider to operate a before‑ and after‑school program at two district sites for the 2026‑2027 school year. The contractor will deliver curriculum aligned with New Jersey Student Learning Standards, offer homework assistance, accommodate special‑needs children, manage parent communications, market the program, and ensure safety and emergency protocols. The program must be fully operational by September 1, 2026 and the contractor will submit tuition rates (no fixed budget disclosed). • Operate programs at John Fenwick Academy (Pre‑K‑2) and Salem Middle School (Grades 3‑8) with consistent hours (7:00‑8:30 am & 3:00‑6:00 pm). • Provide curriculum, homework help, special‑needs accommodations, parent communication methods, marketing strategy, and comprehensive safety/emergency plans. • Submit a transition timeline to have the program ready by September 1, 2026, and optionally offer a summer‑2026 program. • Deliver staffing plan meeting appropriate staff‑to‑child ratios, background‑check processes, and qualifications. • Propose tuition and any registration fees; the district will reimburse based on approved rates.