- Youth Center
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The Youth Centers have a wide range of programs for youth in grades 6-12, offering fun-filled afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Free Middle School Teen (MST) programs are offered daily after school and in the afternoons during the summer. MST morning camps are also offered at a nominal fee during the summer to complement the free afternoon program.
There are special activities for youth scheduled on a continual basis, including social activities and field trips. CYS programs utilize partnerships with 4-H Clubs, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, and Character Counts to bring enhanced curriculum and other opportunities for growth and development to our children and youth. Programs are intended to offer positive alternatives that will minimize "at risk" behavior during parental duty hours.
- Middle School Teen Program
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The Middle School Teen (MST) is a free CYS designated program geared to accommodate youth who are grades 6th-12th (typically 11-18 years of age). Activities of the Middle School program are of a more advanced level than those of the School Age Services (SAS). MST activities are challenging and educational. Some of the activities include: workforce preparation, America's Promise Passport, and abuse awareness classes.
Free programs are offered after school, but nominal fees may be charged for special activities. The Boys and Girls Club Keystone Club meets weekly to discuss concerns and needs of teens. The club also participates in numerous community activities. Activities are planned to meet the four Youth Program Service Areas: Sport, Fitness, and Health; Arts, Recreation, and Leisure; Life Skills, Citizenship, and Leadership; and Mentoring, Education, and Support Services
- Youth Center Clubs
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4-H Clubs
There are many active 4-H Clubs in operation. The Youth Center is an affiliate member of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, participating in many of their grant and scholarship opportunities and utilizing their curriculum to enhance our programs.
- Youth Sponsorship
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Sponsors for your middle school or high school teens are available either through the youth program or school.
Army Youth Sponsorship Program
The Youth Sponsorship Club can help your teen learn about their new community and make new friends. Getting involved quickly helps children and teens fit in and feel less stress associated with their PCS move. All it takes to join the club is a visit to the School Age or Youth Center or contact the School Liaison Officer.
Student2Student (S2S)
The Student2Student program connects current middle school and high school students with transitioning students.
Youth Sponsorship Registration
Please send an email to the School Liaison Officer (SLO) to request a sponsor. Also, you can download the Youth Sponsor Request Form, complete and include any additional information that might be helpful to the sponsorship staff in the assignment process as they attempt to pair you with a sponsor whom you will be most compatible with.
- Frequently Asked Questions
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1. Where can I find the summer camp weekly schedule? Answer: In the Youth Centers -- and a monthly calendar is mailed to the parents of all registered youth.
2. Where can I find trip schedules for specific teen/youth centers? Answer: In the Youth Centers -- and a monthly calendar is mailed to the parents of all registered youth
3. How do I sign my child up for an after school program? Answer: Parents must register the youth at Parent Central Services, Katterbach Kaserne, Bldg. 9028.
4. What is the age restriction for the Youth Center Activity Rooms? Answer: Youth must be in the sixth to 12th grade to participate.5. Are all of the programs offered through the Youth Centers free? If not, how much do they cost? Answer: All programs in the Youth Center are free, except field trips.
6. After enrollment, when can my child use the Youth Centers? Answer: As soon as the child’s pass is activated, he or she may participate right away.
