Lisle Park District's Remote Enrichment Center offers nurturing environment for students

The Lisle Park District's Remote Enrichment Center opened this past August to provide children in kindergarten through eighh grade with the support they need to learn remotely by encouraging social, mental, and physical well-being while maintaining academic focus and healthy habits.

The Remote Enrichment Center is located in the Lisle Park District Recreation Center at 1925 Ohio St. in Lisle.

Each child is given a quiet, separate station with plenty of space for interactive, virtual learning.

Structured time is allotted for schoolwork, meals, snacks, and necessary brain breaks.

Students partake in a variety of enrichment activities daily, including but not limited to crafts, sports, and science experiments utilizing large indoor spaces and the 100+ acres just outside the recreation center doors in Lisle Community Park.

Registration is flexible from week to week with the registration deadline being the Wednesday prior to the week attending.

The REC is staffed by professionals and volunteers with several years of experience who are committed to providing a supportive environment where children can feel safe and comfortable.

Volunteers from Trinity Lutheran Church in Lisle have partnered with the Lisle Park District at the Remote Enrichment Center by providing countless hours of assistance and support to students as they continue to navigate the challenges of remote learning and the unpredictable school year.

In addition to helping students with their various learning needs, this remarkable group of volunteers led by Amy Narot has provided students with a variety of enrichment activities, such as music, science, art, and games. Their presence and partnership have been a true asset, and each volunteer has significantly contributed to the success of the program.

The Remote Enrichment Center is devoted to making this time of year feel extra merry and bright for the children and look forward to seeing the twinkle in their eyes, even though they can't see the smile behind their masks! That is why they are offering a special offer to help lighten the load this holiday season for all families who are in need of remote learning assistance while schools are closed for in-person learning.

Now through the week of Jan. 25, receive 10% off registration fees when you sign up for four or more consecutive weeks of 3, 4, or 5 days at the Remote Enrichment Center.

Call (630) 964-3410 or visit lisleparkdistrict.org/remote-enrichment-center to learn more.

The Lisle Park District follows Centers for Disease Control guidelines and continuously updates procedures to adhere to the Restore Illinois Plan. They are grateful to be able to provide a necessary and important service to the greater Lisle community during the pandemic while maintaining the quality and high standards their patrons expect.

Moreover, they are appreciative of families, like David's, who have entrusted them with the care of their child at the Remote Enrichment Center. "I wanted to take a quick minute and thank the entire staff for providing such a great program during these challenging times. I find that (our daughter) is completing her work on time and is doing great in all parts of her second-grade curriculum. The team has been extremely friendly and inviting to both her and myself, interactions are always a pleasure. Thank you for providing an amazing atmosphere for the children to continue to learn in."

If you have questions about the Remote Enrichment Center, visit the Lisle Park District's website at lisleparkdistrict.org/remote-enrichment-center where a list of frequently asked questions can help set your mind at ease.

If you would like additional information, contact Debbie Breihan, recreation manager, at dbreihan@lisleparkdistrict.org or (630) 353-4344.

The Lisle Park District provides a variety of leisure activities for people of all ages throughout the year. Park district facilities include Lisle Community Park; the Recreation Center which houses Gentle Learning Preschool, SEASPAR, the Senior Center, and multipurpose rooms; Sea Lion Aquatic Park; River Bend Golf Course; Wheatstack - A Midwestern Eatery & Tap and numerous neighborhood playgrounds and parks offering amenities such as tennis courts, ball fields, walking paths and picnic areas totaling close to 400 acres. It is the mission of the Lisle Park District to enrich the quality of life for people of all ages by providing constructive and creative leisure opportunities. For more information about the Lisle Park District, call (630) 964-3410 or visit lisleparkdistrict.org.