Fall 2025 Afterschool: Here, There, and Everywhere

Now that school is starting, we are getting ready for another year of nature-based, outdoor-focused afterschool programming in Hardwick, Craftsbury, and Wolcott for kids in grades K-6.

This school year, WonderKids Afterschool explores “Here, There, and Everywhere”—a journey through theater, visual arts, and global games where kids build creativity, confidence, and connection.

In the 10-week Fall Session, WonderKids will build social-emotional skills while using the arts to help us understand ourselves, each other, and the world around us. Guided by a team of inspiring teaching artists, kids will practice collaboration, respect, and self-expression while creating original projects they can be proud of.

Registration for the fall session is now closed. Rural Arts is still hiring and training staff and getting background clearances in place, but if all goes well, the plan is to start afterschool programming the week of September 15. We have several part time and full time positions still unfilled which could delay this projected start date. If you or someone you know is looking for work, please fill out this application or spread the word that we are hiring!

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How to Apply for WonderKids Afterschool

  1. Online: During the application window, complete the online form linked at ruralartsvt.org/wonderarts
  1. Paper form: As your school office administrator for a paper copy of the application. Complete it, and return it to your school administrator before the application deadline.
  1. Phone:  Request to complete the application over the phone by calling 802-533-9379. Leave a message with the correct time and phone number to return your call. We can take your information over the phone to help you apply. We can accommodate these requests with 24 hours notice before the application deadline.

No matter how you apply, be sure to do so while the application is open. We cannot accommodate late applicants.