Expanded Learning Opportunities Program
WELCOME TO TWIN HILLS EXPANDED LEARNING!District ELOP Plan 2025
Who is Eligible for ELOP?
The Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) is free of charge for qualifying students. Families will receive a letter from the Twin Hills School District Office letting them know if their child is eligible.
Eligibility is determined by the California Department of Education (CDE) and includes:
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Students in grades TK–6 who qualify for the Free or Reduced-Price Meal Program
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English Learners
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Foster Youth
These groups are considered “ELOP eligible” under state guidelines.
Why This Matters
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Families are encouraged to complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application, even if they think they may not qualify. Submitting the form helps the district confirm eligibility for ELOP and other important school funding.
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Eligibility lists are updated regularly as applications are received and state data (CALPADS) is refreshed.
Year Round Programming
ELOP is more than aftercare — it also offers year-round learning and enrichment.
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After School: Every school day from dismissal until 5:30 PM
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Intersession Days: At least 30 days during school breaks
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Activities: Sports, STEM, arts, cooking, games, leadership, and more.
We are committed to continuous quality improvement in our programs and refer to the following standards as best practice in serving the students in our district:
- Safe and Supportive Environment
- Active and Engaged Learning
- Skill Building
- Youth Voice and Leadership
- Healthy Choices and Behaviors
- Diversity, Access and Equity
All students in after-school programs are offered a snack /meals that meets the requirements of the USDA.
If you would like to learn more about qualifying for a scholarship for our various afterschool and summer programs, please contact Julie Austerweil (jausterweil@twinhillsusd.org) at the District Office 707-823-0871.
Apple Blossom / Twin Hills Middle (TK-6) After School ELOP ProgramContact Jenny Pellini, Site Director
site: (707) 823-3463 / cell: (707) 828-3315, jpellini@twinhillsusd.org
SunRidge Charter School (TK-6) After School ELOP Program
SunRidge Charter School (TK-6) After School ELOP Program
Contact YMCA:
- Jeremy Hodgdon, Senior Program Director
(Handles registration and billing issues)
707-545-9622 ext 3322, jhodgdon@scfymca.org
- Riley Smith, Site Director
(Day to day programming)
707-945-8483, rsmith@scfymca.
Apple Blossom Elementary
700 Watertrough Rd, Sebastopol CA 95472
Contact Jenni Pellini, site director: site: (707) 823-3463 / cell: (707) 828-3315
Camp Dates: June 8 – August 5, 2026
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed June 19 & July 3)
SunRidge Charter
7285 Hayden Ave, Sebastopol CA 95472
Contact Riley Smith, site director: rsmith@scfymca.org
For enrollment questions and to register: ycampinfo@scfymca.org
For billing questions gfleming@scfymca.org
Summer Camp experience at SunRidge Elementary, made possible through our partnership with the Sonoma County Family YMCA and Twin Hills Union School District!
Camp is open to all district students TK through 6th grade for the 2025–2026 school year. We hope to see your child this summer!
Camp Dates: July 6th - July 31st
Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Closed June 19 & July 3)
Families who qualify for ELOP will be contacted directly by the District via U.S. Mail with information about how to access this opportunity free of charge. For non-ELOP students, tuition is $65 per day facility member, $70 Program Member, and financial assistance may be available.
