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The Parks and Recreation Department, which offers an After School Program at 24 recreation and community centers across Tampa, has room for an additional 300-plus students for the 2024-25 school year.

"The After School Program is a fantastic free resource for all families," said Parks and Recreation Manager Regina McBride Smith, who oversees activities at 16 centers, including Cyrus Greene. "Each student will need a Rec Card, which is $15 a year per student."

The After School Program offers homework assistance, computer labs with WiFi access, arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games and activities, and sports for kids 5-12 years old. Many centers also have programming for students 13-17; parents should call the centers to ask about availability. Teen Rec Cards are free.

Some specialized programs after school require an additional fee.

More than 1,200 children 5-12 are already registered.