Art class allows students to collaborate and be creative.

In partnership with the East YMCA and the 21st CCLC, the John A. Johnson Achievement Plus Elementary School Extended Learning Program offers qualifying students the opportunity to participate in a free, academically focused after-school program. The Extended Learning Program provides students with additional academic and/or enrichment opportunities directly linked to the school day.  The Extended Learning Program serves approximately 100-120 students Monday through Thursday from 2:40pm 5:00pm.

Children are invited to enroll in this program based on their academic performance. Students currently below grade level on state standardized tests and those recommended by teachers are encouraged to attend.

Extended Learning Program Opportunities

1. Tutorial

Students play educational games during computer time.

Assistance Program (TAP) (Grades K-3, Mon., Wed., Thurs.) This program's purpose is to increase students reading skills. A licensed teacher provides instruction in a small group setting.

2. East Side Learning Center (Grades K-3, Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs.) This is a tutorial program available to students who are below grade level in reading. This program offers a one-on-one experience with an assigned tutor who will focus entirely on reading instruction. Classes are scheduled in one-hour blocks for two days per week.

3. ALC (Grades 4-6; Mon., Wed., Thurs.) This program is offered through St. Paul Public Schools Area Learning Center (ALC). Students participate in classroom and other educational activities designed to increase achievement and support the school day curriculum. This program is taught by licensed teachers.

4. Enrichment and Recreational Activities (Grades K-6), Mon.-Thurs.) Students participating in any of the above academic programs will be given the opportunity to register for the enrichment program that follows

Martial Arts is one of the most popular afterschool classes.

the academic instruction. Enrichment Activity Program Offerings include: Arts/Crafts, Gym Fitness, Martial Arts, Computer Science, Social Recreation/Games, Visual Arts, Dance, Campfire/Character Development, Stepping Stone Theatre, Swimming, Cooking/Nutrition, Chess Club, Book Buddies (service learning), Spanish, Music, Dodge Nature Center, and Junior Achievement.

5. Also this year, we will be collaborating with Cleveland Junior High to offer opportunities for fifth and sixth grade John A. Johnson students to visit and take part in activities at Cleveland. The program is designed to help our older students make the transition to a junior high environment.

The start date for this year's program is Monday, October 8th. 

If you have any questions about the program please call me at 651-793-7320.  You can also check out our school website at http://johnsonel.spps.org.