Twinkle Time

Sandlapper Elementary provides Morning Care and After School Care for our students!  

Twinkle Time provides morning care and after school care for students in grades K–5, with limited PreK availability, at Sandlapper Elementary School. The program offers a safe and supportive environment where students receive supervision, homework assistance, and opportunities to participate in structured activities.

The program will operate from Wednesday, August 5, 2026, through Wednesday, May 26, 2027. Morning Care is available from 6:15 AM to 7:10 AM, and After School Care is available from dismissal until 6:15 PM. Services are provided Monday through Friday.

Twinkle Time is located on the Sandlapper Elementary campus in the Café/MPR and designated classrooms. The program follows the school calendar and is closed on school holidays, school closures, and the last day of school.

Program Details

• Grades served: K–5 (limited PreK availability)
• Start Date: August 5, 2026
• End Date: May 26, 2027
• Morning Care: 6:15 AM – 7:10 AM
• After School Care: Dismissal – 6:15 PM
• Location: Café/MPR and designated classrooms
• Program days: Monday–Friday (follows school calendar)

Program Rates

• Registration Fee: $50 per child (non-refundable, due at sign-up)
• Morning Care: $30 per week per child
  • Family discount: $50 (two children), $75 (three children)
  • Drop-in fee: $7 per day
• After School Care: $60 per week per child
  • Family discount: $100 (two children), $150 (three children)
  • Drop-in fee: $15 per day
• Late Pick-Up Fee: $1 per minute after 6:15 PM

Ms. Destiny Jackson serves as the Director of the Twinkle Time Program and can be reached at dejackson@richland2.org for additional information.

Families may also contact Dr. Bates for support via ParentSquare, by email at tbates@richland2.org, or by calling 803-691-4045 ext. 29120.