Longview Launched Youth Afterschool Program
Local families with students in second through 11th grade can now register for a new daily program at Broughton Recreation Center.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Secondary Education
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The City of Longview has partnered with the nonprofit Education by Design to offer a new afterschool program for students. The initiative is designed to support local youth, including those from nearby Foster Middle School, by providing a supervised space during weekday afternoons.
Why it matters
This partnership addresses a local need for structured activity for students who frequently gathered at the Broughton Recreation Center after school. By providing consistent supervision, the program aims to offer a safe environment for family logistics during the work week.
The program serves students from second through 11th grades at the Broughton Recreation Center, located at 801. Registration for the weekday sessions is open to all eligible local families.
The players
Broughton Recreation Center
A municipal facility in Longview that serves as the central hub for local youth and community-based recreational programming.
Education by Design
A nonprofit organization that funds and manages youth mentorship initiatives, including security vetting for program staff.
Longview ISD
The local school district that collaborates on safety protocols and background checks for school-aged mentorship programs.
The details
The program operates Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. to accommodate school schedules. Education by Design provides the funding for the initiative and manages the staffing process, which includes mandatory criminal background checks on all mentors coordinated with the Longview ISD. Families can secure a spot for their students by registering in person at the center or through the city website.
Timeline
The program runs Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The Home Front
This program aligns with the ongoing trend of municipalities repurposing public recreation spaces to provide essential afterschool support for families. It reflects a shift toward leveraging local civic facilities to meet the growing need for structured youth engagement.
If your student is in second through 11th grade, consider registering through the city portal to secure a place in the weekday sessions. Ensure you have your student's school information ready when completing the sign-up process at the recreation center.
The takeaway
This partnership provides a dedicated afterschool outlet for students while ensuring staff undergo professional vetting. Interested families should register at 801 to confirm availability for their children.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest resources for local students in our Secondary Education section.
More information
You can complete your application for the new youth program on the afterschool program online registration portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Longview News-Journal.
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