Program Plan Template for Grantees
Program Plan 2009.doc

The purpose of the program plan is to create an operational design of an after school program within the framework of the requirements defined in the California Education Code.  The program is considered a "living" document that is periodically reviewed and adjusted to reflect the needs of the community and to provide continuous improvement in the development of an effective after school program.

The after school grantee is responsible for creating, reviewing, and updating the program plan.  The grantee must work collaboratively with after school partners and staff to develop and review the program plan.  If the grantee subcontracts with an outside provider to operate the program, the grantee is ultimately responsible for the plan.  The grantee should include the subcontractor in the development and review of the plan and provide a copy of the plan to the subcontractor.

The program plan must be reviewed every three years and maintained for a minimum of five years (EC 8482.4 [g][11]).  It is recommended that the plan be reviewed annually. 
(CDE Website, 2009)