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Chico Unified School District

EVERY STUDENT, EVERY DAY

Chico Unified School District

EVERY STUDENT, EVERY DAY
Expanded Learning Opportunities Program with Homework Heroes and BLAST Logos

Begin the application Process

Any application received after March 31, 2025 will be added to the waitlist in timestamp order.
Begin the application Process

TK-5 Application for Elementary Students

Elementary BLAST Application

Grades TK-5. Daily Attendance Required.


NEW - Homework Heroes Application for grades 1-5

Homework Heroes Application

Grades 1-5. Attend at least twice per week.


Grade 6 Application for Junior High Students

Junior High BLAST Application

Grade 6 ONLY. Daily attendance required.



Application Details

Application Details

Learn more about the application windows and details for each of the programs.

Elementary School Programs

BLAST is for elementary school students in grades TK-5. Students in TK and Kindergarten are in a separate program from the students in grades 1-5.
 
The program operates from school release until 6:00 p.m., and students must attend every day. 
 
Elementary Schools
ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR WILL OPEN MARCH 10, 2025*
 
Currently Participating Elementary Schools
Chapman, Citrus, Emma Wilson, Hooker Oak, John McManus, Little Chico Creek, Marigold, Neal Dow, Parkview, Rosedale, Shasta and Sierra View. 
 
Application Process - Elementary
  • 2024-25 Currently Enrolled BLAST students: Must reapply between March 10 - March 31, 2025 to retain position in the BLAST program.
  • New Applicants (TK - 5th) and Waitlisted Students (K- 4th): Apply between March 10 - March 31, 2025 to be considered for the BLAST lottery for remaining positions and/or waitlist positions.
  • New TK/K Applicants: Apply between March 10 - March 31, 2025 to be considered for the TK/K BLAST lottery. Students not selected for a position will be put on the waitlist in lottery order.
 
* Any applications received after March 31, 2025 will be placed at the bottom of the waitlist in timestamp order.

6th Grade Program

Junior High Schools - 6th Grade
ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR WILL OPEN MARCH 10, 2025*
 
Currently Participating Junior High Schools
Bidwell Junior, Chico Junior and Marsh Junior High Schools.
Application Process - Junior High School
  • 6th Grade BLAST After School Program Applicants: Apply between March 10 - March 31, 2025 to be considered for the 6th Grade ASP Program lottery. Students not selected for a position will be put on the waitlist in lottery order.
* Any applications received after March 31, 2025 will be put to the bottom of the waitlist in timestamp order. 

Homework Heroes

Homework Heroes is for students in grades 1-5. 
 
The program operates from school release until 4:00 p.m., and students must attend two times per week.