PLATTE
CANYON
CLUB
The Platte Canyon Club offers before and after school care, Friday care, and summer programming for elementary to middle school students.
school year program
hours
AM
Before School
6:30am – 8:15am
PM
After School
3:45pm – 6:00pm
FRIDAY
All Day
7:00am – 5:30pm
club
schedule
MON-THUR
Snack
3:45 – 4:15 pm
Program
4:15 – 5:00 pm
Power Hour
5:00 – 5:45 pm
Social Rec
5:45 – 6:00 pm
FRIDAY
Social Rec
7:00-9:00 am
Program Block
9:00-9:45 am
Snack
9:45-10:00 am
Recess
10:00-10:45 am
Program Block
10:45-11:30 am
Lunch
11:30-12:15 pm
Recess
12:15-1:00 pm
Quiet Time
1:00-1:45 pm
Group Time
1:45-2:30 pm
Program Block
2:30-3:15 pm
Recess
3:15- 4:00 pm
Snack
4:00- 4:30 pm
Social Rec
4:30-5:30 pm
activities
Our art program encourages creativity through engaging projects such as watercolor painting, drawing, and more, with inspiration from peers.
Our music program nurtures creativity and musical skills through hands-on learning and performance opportunities in a supportive environment.
Our STEM programs ignite curiosity and problem-solving skills in youth through hands-on projects in science, technology, engineering, and math, prepar
Our Healthy Lifestyles programs teaches members about good nutrition and gets Club members regularly engaged in physical activity.
Our Power Hour program is a comprehensive homework help and tutoring program that offers enhanced learning activities, encouraging youth to complete h
Our leadership program empowers youth to stand up against injustice and drive positive change in their communities, schools, and peer groups.
ART
Our art program encourages creativity through engaging projects such as watercolor painting, drawing, and more, with inspiration from peers.
MUSIC
Our music program nurtures creativity and musical skills through hands-on learning and performance opportunities in a supportive environment.
STEM
Our STEM programs ignite curiosity and problem-solving skills in youth through hands-on projects in science, technology, engineering, and math, preparing them for future success and innovation.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
Our Healthy Lifestyles programs teaches members about good nutrition and gets Club members regularly engaged in physical activity.
POWER HOUR
Our Power Hour program is a comprehensive homework help and tutoring program that offers enhanced learning activities, encouraging youth to complete homework after school with support from Club staff.
CHARACTER & LEADERSHIP
Our leadership program empowers youth to stand up against injustice and drive positive change in their communities, schools, and peer groups.
2025
summer program
When school is out, Club is in! Our full-day summer program offers a diverse range of activities, including art, music, STEM, swimming, and exciting field trips, keeping kids engaged in full day programs, Monday through Friday.
details
OPEN:
JUNE – AUGUST
HOURS:
Coming Soon
GRADES:
K – 8TH
(for the ’24-’25 school year)
COST:
$50 for the whole summer, scholarships are available upon request.
When you’re a Club member,
you’re never alone.
Platte Canyon Club
calendar
Latest Past Events
Platte Canyon Club- Crafty Chassis Art Program
(In partnership with Center for Arts Evergreen)
Great Futures Gala
Lone Rock Retreat 64797 US Hwy 285, BaileyJoin us for our Second Great Futures Gala!
enrollment &
sign up
Below are the steps to enroll a new member into the Platte Canyon Club in Bailey. If you need any help with the enrollment process, please reach out to Jess at plattecanyon@bgchr.co. We look forward to serving your family soon!
Step 1
Create an Online Account.
Step 2
You will receive a confirmation email once your account has been approved. Click the link provided in that email to set your password and you will be able to sign into the portal.
Step 3
To enroll someone into a Membership or Activity, click the appropriate tab in the navigation menu. Select the membership or activity that you want to enroll the person and click the enroll button.
Platte Canyon club
staff
Jess Ornelas
Platte Canyon Unit Director
Chris Garris
Platte Canyon Program Leader
Cricket Webb
Platte Canyon Program Lead
Jess Ornelas
Platte Canyon Unit Director
Jess has worked as a summer camp director at Beaver Ranch and also led a before and after care program as a director and coordinator. Additionally, she has taught music and helped students in small groups with math, reading, and writing. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Music Education. In her free time, Jess enjoys hiking, paddleboarding, camping, attending concerts, and spending quality time with her family, often enjoying a peaceful morning coffee on her deck.
Chris Garris
Platte Canyon Program Leader
Christopher has many years of experience as an educator, teaching at various institutions across two countries. He holds degrees in psychology and psychological science from the University of Kentucky. Outside of work, Christopher enjoys hiking, playing frisbee with his dog, volunteering, and creating artwork.
Cricket Webb
Platte Canyon Program Lead
Cricket brings experience as a Lead at Jamba Juice and a Customer Service Associate at Walgreens. She holds a high school diploma. Cricket is passionate about running art programs and loves seeing how different kids interpret prompts and bring their creativity to life. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking meals for her friends and painting.