The next City of Decatur school closing day is Monday, October 12th for Columbus Day. And if you are not planning to take a vacation day to observe Columbus Day or just to hang out with the kids, then you probably need to make some childcare plans.
Zoo Atlanta has Safari Day Camps for children who are in Kindergarten – 5th grade. The theme for the October 12th day camp is lumpy, bumpy, scratchy, smooth as children explore the different body textures of animals at the zoo. For prices and more information click here. For the online registration form click here.
A little closer to home but still as fun as ever, the Decatur-Dekalb YMCA , 1100 Clairemont Avenue, Decatur, Georgia, 404-377-9622, has teacher work day childcare as well as the Color Wheel, 112 Church Street, Decatur, Georgia, 404-377-9800. Please call ahead to make your arrangements. And if you are aware of a teacher work day childcare provider that I did not cover please share!
Agnes Scott is having all-day sports camps on those days too, with extended care available….
Decatur Children and Youth Services offers programs for K-3 and 4th-8th on all Teacher Work Days and most holidays. You must pre-register at 404-377-0494.