Recreation Afterschool Program (RAP)

RAP banner showing colorful painted hearts created by kids at RAP

The 2026 to 2027 School Year 

RAP provides supervised play and experience-based activities for children in all-day kindergarten through 5th grade. Children spend their afternoons playing, creating, connecting with friends, and building confidence.

August 19, 2026–June 3, 2027

Register For RAP

RAP Activities

  • Games and group activities
  • Arts and crafts
  • Cooking
  • Sports and active play
  • Outdoor activities, weather permitting
  • Daily snack

Eligibility & Schools

RAP is available to children enrolled in all-day kindergarten through 5th grade at the following schools: Bay Farm, Earhart, Edison, Franklin, Love, Maya Lin, Otis, Paden, and Ruby Bridges.

Otis Students

For the 2026–2027 school year, Otis students will be picked up from the temporary Lum Campus by ARPD staff and transported to Krusi Park (3001 Otis Drive) by City vehicle. 

Otis students will have different program fees because of the additional transportation. The 5-Day Option is available only to Otis students for the 2026–2027 school year.

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance is available to help families participate in recreation programs. Learn more about available assistance and how to apply.

Financial Assistance Information

Fees & Registration

For the Fall Session, a $50 non-refundable deposit is required at registration.

Fall, Winter & Spring Fees

View the fee schedule for each session:

2026 Fall Session
2027 Winter Session
2027 Spring Session

3-Day Option

Choose your 3 regular days when you register. These days remain the same for the full session. A $20 administrative fee applies to changes. You may request additional days during the session for $25 per day. Payment must be made at least 48 business hours in advance. Regular unused days cannot be exchanged for additional days.

Registration Help

If you are unable to register online, download the RAP Registration Form complete it with your payment information, and email it to to arpd@alamedaca.gov. We are unable to process RAP registration over the phone. 

Participant Information

Program details may change based on the AUSD calendar or other circumstances. We will communicate any changes to families.

Please share information about your child’s medical, physical, emotional, developmental, or behavioral needs that will help RAP staff get to know your child and support their experience in the program.

Attendance & Pick-Up

Please read the RAP Parent Handbook and keep it handy for reference. It includes important information about attendance, pick-up, and other program policies.

Attendance

Please contact ARPD staff before 11:00 AM if your child will not attend RAP. Include your child’s first and last name and school. Please note, RAP does not offer refunds, credits, or make-up days for absences.

Email: arpd@alamedaca.gov
Phone: 510-747-7529 ext. 1

Pick-Up

Please plan to pick up your child by 5:30 PM. Children may be picked up by a parent or authorized person listed on the registration form. Children may walk or bike home with parent or guardian permission noted on the registration form. If your pick-up plans change, please contact ARPD. 

Late Pick-Up

Please plan to pick up your child by 5:30 PM. A $1-per-minute late fee applies to pick-ups after 5:30 PM and will be added to your ARPD online account. If you’re running late, please contact ARPD as soon as possible.

Repeated late pick-ups may result in additional fees or removal from the RAP program. If your child has not been picked up by 6:00 PM, Alameda Police will be contacted to help ensure their safety.

 

The 2026-2027 School Year

School RAP Site Location to Meet Your RAP Leader
Bay Farm Leydecker Park Front of School Office at Flagpole
Earhart Leydecker Park Near Big Play Structure, Outside Of Fence
Edison Lincoln Park Picnic Tables near Playground
Franklin Franklin Park Front of School at Flagpole
Love Franklin Park Four-Square Area on Play Yard
Maya Lin Washington Park Front Steps on Taylor Avenue
Otis Krusi Park Otis Students will be transported to Krusi Park via City vehicle and staff. For this school year, the 5-Day Option will only be available to Otis Students.
Paden Washington Park Front Steps near Flagpole
Ruby Bridges Bayport Park Front of Media Center at Flagpole

All-day kindergarten students will be picked up at their classrooms. Please provide the classroom number on the registration form. Earhart 1st grade students will be picked up just outside their classrooms.

RAP staff pick up students immediately after school. If your child is participating in a field trip, after-school activity, detention, or another program, please make alternate arrangements for getting to RAP.

RAP Leaders walk participants as a group to the park. Please make sure your child is dressed for the weather. For safety, children with bikes, scooters, skateboards, or skates must walk or carry their equipment to the park.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does RAP operate on early or modified dismissal days ?

Yes. RAP begins at school dismissal on regular, early, and modified dismissal days. RAP is not offered on school holidays or other non-school days.

What if my RAP site is full ?

Contact us to add your child to the waiting list. We may be able to open additional spaces as the school year approaches. Contact ARPD at arpd@alamedaca.gov or 510-747-7529 ext. 1.

What if my school doesn’t have enough participants ?

RAP requires a minimum of eight participants at each school. Register early to help ensure the program can begin as scheduled.

Can RAP fees be used for vacation camps ?

RAP fees cover the afterschool program only. Vacation camps have separate registration and fees.

Can I change my child’s regular days ?

For the 3-Day Option, your child’s regular days stay the same for the session. A $20 administrative fee applies to changes.

Can my child attend an additional day ?

Yes. 3-Day participants can request additional days for $25 per day. Please register and pay at least 48 business hours in advance.

If your schedule changes or RAP is no longer a good fit, you may request a cancellation. Credits may be granted on a prorated basis with Supervisor approval. A $20 withdrawal fee applies to cancellations.

The $50 Fall Session deposit is non-refundable.