HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — As families prepare for the upcoming school year, parents in Hillsborough County are already signing up for after-school care—and available spots are disappearing quickly.
Open enrollment for Hillsborough County’s after-school program began this week, with many locations already nearing capacity. County officials encourage parents to register as soon as possible if they plan to participate.
The program offers a more affordable alternative to many traditional before- and after-school care providers. While some private programs can cost up to $90 per week for before- and after-school care, Hillsborough County’s program charges a flat rate of $40 per week…