Welcome to Whittier City School District
Reach for the Stars is a free grant based program. We offer Before & After School care, as well as a summer program (separate applications). Space is limited and each child needs to submit an individual application. Our program offers: Homework Assistance, Academic Enrichment, STEAM, Math, Literature, Band, Choir, Dance, Cooking classes, Technology, Physical Activity, Supper, and much more...
Jump Start Summer Academy
Click the button below to learn more & register for Jump Start Summer 2026
Program Hours
Jump Start Summer Academy
Monday - Thursday
20 days (Dates Vary)
Half Day 7:30am - 12:00pm
Full Day 7:30am - 4:30 pm
All Students must arrive by 8:30am

Student Pick Up
All Students must be signed out by an adult on the Emergency List (18 yrs or older with valid ID) by 4:30 P.M. Students will not be released to anyone who is not on the emergency list.











