Discovery Days at Mylan Park
Discovery Days at Mylan Park transform select Monongalia County school closure days into engaging, youth-focused experiences centered on wellness, growth, and connection.
Held only on designated calendar closure days (not snow days or early dismissals), Discovery Days provide families with a safe, structured place for children to spend the day surrounded by positive activities and supportive staff — instead of staying home alone.
Participants enjoy a balanced schedule that combines recreation with prevention and resilience-based programming. Throughout the day, kids stay active, build confidence, practice teamwork, and strengthen healthy decision-making skills in an encouraging environment.
Free meals and snacks are provided. If your child has dietary restrictions, please email discoverydays@mylanpark.org so we can ensure they remain comfortable, supported, and energized all day long.
By blending physical activity with evidence-based youth development strategies, Discovery Days help children grow socially and emotionally while giving parents peace of mind.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Location: The Hazel & J.W. Ruby Community Center Sports Complex
- Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Ages: 1st – 8th Grade
- Coed
- Drop off is at 8:00am (we start accepting at 7:45am sharp) and Pick up is at 5:00pm sharp.
- YOU MUST check/check-out your child at the table, they can not walk in on their own.
Your child will need to wear athletic attire.
8:00 – 8:30 AM | Check-In & Arrival
- Location: First United Room
- Parent/guardian sign-in and verification
- Student attendance recorded
- Group assignments and staff introductions
8:30 – 8:45 AM | Stretching & Warm-Up
- Location: Vision Homes Court
- Supervised line-up
- Guided stretching and movement prep
8:45 – 9:00 AM | Group Transition
- Line-up by groups
- Supervised march to Event Center
9:00 – 11:00 AM | Open Play Basketball
- Location: Sports Courts (Event Center)
- Age-appropriate open play and structured games
- Emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy choices
- Hydration breaks and staff check-ins
11:00 – 11:15 AM | Transition to Lunch & Learn
- Group line-up
- Supervised march back to First United Room
11:15 – 11:30 AM | Lunch Distribution & Set-Up
- Location: First United Room
- Lunch served
- Students seated and ready
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM | Guest Speaker (45 Minutes)
- Location: First United Room
- Guest Speaker:
12:15 – 12:45 PM | Lunch Wrap-Up & Guided Discussion
- Continue eating as needed
- Staff-led reflection reinforcing key messages
- Prevention-focused conversation
12:45 – 1:00 PM | Break & Reset
- Bathroom break
- Wellness check-ins
- Transition to afternoon activities
1:00 – 2:30 PM | Active Discovery Stations
- Locations: Sports Courts / Activity Areas
- Rotating sports and movement-based activities
- Skill development through play
- Positive peer engagement
2:30 – 3:15 PM | Group Reflection & Team Activity
- What did we learn today?
- Connecting sports, choices, and future goals
3:15 – 4:15 PM | Afternoon Team Games & Challenge Activities
- Location: Event Center Courts
- Organized group competitions
- Cooperative games focused on leadership and encouragement
- Continued movement and engagement
4:15 – 4:45 PM | Closing Session & Final Takeaways
- Location: First United Room
- Recap of the day’s lessons
- Positive shout-outs and group recognition
- Encouragement to apply healthy choices beyond today
4:45 – 5:00 PM | Check-Out & Dismissal
- Parent/guardian pick-up
- Staff supervision until all students are released
To ensure our staff has adequate time to prepare lunch for all participants, we ask that children be dropped off by 10:00 AM. Children arriving after 10:00 AM are still welcome to attend; however, they must bring their own lunch, as meals will not be available for late arrivals.
Please email us at discoverydays@mylanpark.org if your child has any dietary restrictions so we can help ensure every child is supported, energized, and ready to engage throughout the day
IMPORTANT DATES
UPCOMING DATES:
- February 16
- March 16 & 17
- April 2 & 3
- May 6
- May 12
- May 25
FEES
Free admission for students in 1st–8th Grade
*The program is limited and pre-registration is required