After School Programs

At Houston Elementary, we offer a range of after-school programs to keep students active and engaged beyond the school day!


ACE After School Program

Currently offering the following programs. Space is limited.

  • Basketball
  • Music
  • Soccer
  • Girl Scouts
  • Math 
  • Creative Art
  • Coding
  • Cooking
  • Dance

For more information, contact Phyllis Mendoza, phyllis.mendoza@austinisd.org.

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Side by Side kids 

Side by Side Kids serves Pre-K through fifth-grade students in some of Austin's most under-resourced areas. SBSK was established to provide after-school academic support and spiritual growth for economically disadvantaged students. Our hope is to provide them with a brighter future by encouraging and equipping them with the skills and confidence to reach their highest potential. Our Core Values are Faith, Academics, Character, and Empowerment.

Program includes:


Snack Time
Recreation Time
Crew Time (Bible lesson)
Homework Time


Please leave our website linked for more information, but change the contact to Sara Leisure (sara.leisure@sidebysidekids.org). She is our Program Coordinator for Houston Elementary.


3rd Base (Tuition-based)

The Austin ISD 3rd Base After-School Program is a tuition-based, licensed childcare operation that currently services 25 elementary campuses within the district. This campus based program will allow a seamless transition from the classroom to after-school care for students in grades PK4 - 5th. The intent of the program is to provide a safe environment that enhances the student experience through quality programming and experiences. The 3rd Base Program is owned and operated by the school district.

The goals of the 3rd Base Program are:

Focus on the educational, social, and physical needs of all children.
Provide working families with a safe and secure environment for after-school care.
Attract and maintain quality staff dedicated to the well being of all children.
Expand community outreach and partner involvement.
Leverage technology to meet student, parent, and administrative needs.

 

For more information you can contact stephanie.flores-castro@austinisd.org.