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Child, Youth and School Services Sensations is the unofficial seasonal magazine of Child,Youth and School Services activities for Fort Hood. Contents are not necessarily the officialviews of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Fort HoodCommand. All programs and activities listed in this magazine shall be made available for use,or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical/ mental handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the user or patron

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FORT HOOD CHILD, YOUTH & SCHOOL SERVICESCY

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CYSS SENSATIONS MAGAZINE VOLUME 1 • NUMBER 4 • 2011Contents

2 Family Benefits

4 Parent Central Services Registration Services CYS Services Online Special Needs Accommodation Process

6 Soldier and Family Assistance Center School Liaison Services Army Child Care in Your Neighborhood Child Development Services Child Development Centers

7 Family Child Care Child Development Home Kids On-Site

8 School Age Care

12 Youth Services

20 Fall Youth Sports & Fitness

24 SKIESUnlimited Academy

34 the edge

38 Youth HIRED! Apprentice Program

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Greetings Fort Hood Families, Friends and Neighbors!The t ime has come again for backpacks, notebooks, pencils and brown bag lunches. The kiddos are heading back to school! As you prepare your students for another academic year, know that Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS) is here to assist

you with all your childcare and enrichment needs. Our School Age Care program, available for all children attending on-post elementary schools (1st - 5th grades), is ready to provide before and after school care which includes homework help, technology activities, arts, crafts and physical activities with their school mates. We proudly offer three Youth Centers available for our mid-dle and high school students. Free tutoring, leadership clubs, basketball courts, pool tables, video games and teen-designed programs await your youth. If you can-not bring your youth to the center, the CYSS Teen Taxi will pick the teens up from school and drive them to the local CYSS Youth Center for free! After your student finishes homework and chores, don’t forget about all of the great classes such as Karate, music lessons, art les-sons and adventure classes available through SKIESUnlimited and the edge! Do you need special assistance with your child’s education? CYSS School Liaison Officers are available to assist you with every transition your young scholar may face. During this hectic season, don’t forget to take care of yourself! After a long week of being chauffer, home tutor, personal chef, housekeeper and life coach to your children, you may need a break! Fort Hood CYSS proudly offers two “Give Parents a Break!” opportuni-ties each month. On the second Saturday and fourth Friday of each month, we offer extended child care hours to give parents the chance to relax. We will take care of the kids, you take care of you! Back to school is an exciting time for Fort Hood Families. A new school year marks the beginning of new opportunities and exciting new challenges. The entire CYSS team is privileged to assist you and help your children and youth grow, develop and conquer the 2011-2012 school year!

Fort Hood Chief of Child, Youth & School Services

Garrison Commander COL Mark Freitag

Director Family and MWR Nicholas R. Johnsen

Deputy Director Family and MWR Lorenzo J. Westbrook

Child, Youth & School Services Chief J. Yveta Phillips

Child Development Services (CDS) AdministratorKim Bleakley-Sias

Youth & School Age Care (YSAC) AdministratorSheila R. Curtis

Parent & Outreach Services (P&OS) AdministratorPeggy Stamper

Program Operations SpecialistsTonia Zimmer and Myrna Hurst

Lead Training SpecialistTami Dorsey

Family and MWR Partnership SpecialistKoy C. Grant CYSS Division, Lead Administrative AssistantDonna Ingram

Child, Youth and School Services Sensations is the unofficial seasonal magazine of Child, Youth and School Services activities for Fort Hood. Contents are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or the Fort Hood Command. All programs and activities listed in this magazine shall be made available for use, or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, phys-ical/mental handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the user or patron.

www.hoodmwr.com254-287-8029

OCT-DEC 2011

The information in this issue, is current at time of publication. Activities and events are subject to change. For confirmation, please call the activity.

From the desk of J. Yveta Phillips

Respectfully,J. Yveta Phillips Chief, Child, Youth and School Services Division

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enior Army leaders signed the Army Family Covenant in October 2007 and pledged to support Soldiers’ Families while they defend the nation. “The health of our all-volunteer force, our Soldier-volunteers, our Family-volunteers, depends on the health

of the Family. The readiness of our all-volunteer force depends on the health of the Families,” said Mr. Pete Geren, Secretary of the Army. “I can assure you that your Army leadership understands the important contribution each and every one of you makes. We need to make sure we step up and provide the support Families need so the Army Family stays healthy and ready.” Previous Chief of Staff of the Army, General George W. Casey, said the Army wants to provide Soldiers and their Families with a level of support commensurate with their level of service, and the covenant is in direct response to concerns from Army Families. “We recognize the commitment and increasing sacrifices that our Families are making every day. We recognize the strength of our Soldiers comes from the strength of their Families. We are committed to providing Soldiers and Families a Quality of Life that is commensurate with their service. We are committed to providing our Families a strong, supportive environment where they can thrive. We are committed to building a partnership with Army Families that enhances their strength and resilience. We are committed to improving Family readiness by:

z Standardizing and funding existing Family programs and services z Increasing accessibility and quality of health care z Improving Soldier and Family housing z Ensuring excellence in schools, youth services, and child care z Expanding education and employment opportunities for Family members z For Child, Youth & School Services, this means we can provide an array of benefits to Families, as outlined:

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Deployment - must have orders z Free child care during Mandatory Deployment Meetings z Free child care for FRG Meetings, not to exceed two hours (courtesy of ACS) z 16 Free child care hours per month per child (30 days before to 90 days

after deployment) z $2 hourly care rate beyond Free child care hours z 20 percent Reduction in fees for full/part day care for employed and full-time

student spouses (30 days before to 90 days after deployment) z Up to $300 in SKIESUnlimited Classes per child during deployment z Up to $100 in team or individual sports per child during deployment

Temporary Change of Station, Unaccompanied Permanent Change of Station or TDY (90-179 days) - must have orders

z Free child care during Mandatory Deployment Meetings z Free child care for FRG Meetings, not to exceed two hours (courtesy of ACS) z 16 Free child care hours per month per child (during TCS/PCS/TDY only) z $2 hourly care rate beyond Free child care hours z Up to $150 in SKIESUnlimited Classes per child (during TCS/PCS/TDY only) z Up to $50 in team or individual sports per child (during TCS/PCS/TDY only)

Wounded Warriors-Warriors In Transition - see your SFAC Liaison for details z Free child care during Support Group Meetings z Free child care for FRG Meetings, not to exceed two hours (courtesy of ACS) z 16 Free child care hours per month per child (during designated eligible period) z $2 hourly care rate beyond Free child care hours z Unlimited Free child care for Medical Appointments z Category I fees for full/part day care z Up to $300 in SKIESUnlimited Classes per child (during designated eligibility

period) z Up to $100 in team or individual sports per child (during designated eligibility

period)

Survivors of Fallen Warriors - see your SOS Representative for details z 16 Free child care hours per month per child z $2 hourly care rate beyond Free child care hours z Free child care during Support Group Meetings z 40 Free child care hours per child (valid from notification until 4

weeks after burial) z Category I fees for full/part day care z Up to $300 in SKIESUnlimited Classes per child z Up to $100 in team or individual sports per child

Rear Detachment or WT Cadre - must provide documentation z Free child care during Mandatory Deployment Meetings z Free child care for FRG Meetings, not to exceed two hours (courtesy of

ACS) z Five Free child care hours per month, per child (during support assignment) z $2 Hourly Care rate beyond Free child care hours z Up to $150 in SKIESUnlimited Classes per child (during support assignment) z Up to $50 in Team or Individual Sports per child (during support assignment)

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Parent Central Services Bldg 121 (Across from Mega Food Court)254-287-8029

In order to access outstanding child care and enrichment programs, your first stop is with the friendly folks at Parent Central Services where you will register your children with CYSS. Registration is FREE, but individual ser-vices may require a fee. Bldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue, across from the Mega Food Court, 254-287-8029.

Registration Services Registration is available Monday - Thursday, 7:30 am - 3 pm and Friday, 7:30 am - 12 pm. Participation in any CYSS activity requires a completed, annual CYSS registration. Registration packets are available for download at www.hoodmwr.com. Required documents for registration include:

z Military/Civilian Identification Card z AKO email address (Active Duty Military) z Child’s Social Security Card z Shot Records z Leave and Earnings Statement z Health Assessment or Well Baby Check Up z Three Local Emergency Designees z Special Needs Accommodation Process (if applicable)

CYS Services Onlinehttps://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/hoodcyms.html

z Make payments for full day/part-day care z Enroll in SKIESUnlimited classes z Sign up and pay for the edge program z Pay for SKIESUnlimited classes (outstanding balances only; pre-payments cannot be made) z Make reservations for hourly care (for registered patrons at Chaffee CDC only) z View and print childcare statements, receipts, and tax statements z View and print documents required for the edge, SKIESUnlimited and Youth Sports z View Family Activity Calendars

Special Needs Accommodation Process (SNAP) Special medical needs may require SNAP and must be completed by a medical professional; procedures and forms are available for download at www.hoodmwr.com. Once received by Parent Central Services, SNAP forms require 7-10 business days for processing. Patrons must also update SNAP registration information annually, which on average takes 14 business days to process, once received by Parent Central Services.

Fast Lane Services: Fast lane services include child care wait list placements, class and team sports enroll-ments, payments and childcare placements. Fast lane services are available Monday-Friday, from 7:30 - 4:30 pm.

Child, Youth & School Services exists to serve Families.Check out all of the terrific programs and activities offered!

OVERVIEW

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Fort Hood Child, Youth & School ServicesEverything you need for toddlers to teens!

Parent Central Services is your gateway to

Child, Youth & School Services. All customers must register at PCS before they may access CYSS programs. Bldg 121, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue, 254-287-8029

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Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) The CYSS SFAC Liaison is available to assist Soldiers assigned to the Warrior Transition Brigade (WTB) and their Families with their CYSS needs. Families can register with CYSS and get in-formation about CYSS programs and activities. Child care is also available for all SFAC appointments. SFAC is located in Bldg 36042 on Darnall Loop and is open Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm. Call 254-287-8659 for more information.

School Liaison Services (SLS) School Liaison Officers work with, and help support, eight surround-ing school districts in the Fort Hood area. The school districts include: Belton, Copperas Cove, Florence, Gatesville, Killeen, Lampasas, Salado and Temple. The SLO office is located in the Rivers Building, across from the Mega Food Court, and is open Monday-Fri-day, 7:30am - 4:30 pm. Call 254-288-7946 to speak with a School Liaison Officer.

Army Child Care in Your Neighborhood(ACCYN) The U.S. Army and the National Asso-ciation of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) have joined forces to help Army Families find and pay for quality off-post child care through Army Child Care in Your Neighborhood (ACCYN). The Army supports developing high-quality child care spaces in off-post child care centers that have the po-tential to become nationally accredited. The objective of this project is to ensure civilian child care pro-grams provide care to Army Families that are compa-rable in quality to Army operated on-post spaces. As with any child care program made available by the Army, one of the most important aspects of child care for parents is knowing that their children are in safe, nurturing child care settings while they work, attend school or are deployed. Call Parent Central Services at 254-287-8029 for additional information and referrals.

Child Development Services: Provider ser-vices for children four weks to five years of age.CDCs offer full-day, part-day, and hourly care programs for children six weeks – five years. A developmentally ap-propriate curriculum for young children is planned by the teaching staff with attention to the different needs, interests, and developmental levels of children attending.

Hourly Care services are available at Chaffee and Montague Child Development Centers. Hourly care is short- term child care for children whose parents have medical/dental appointment, volunteer com-mitment, or just need some respite time. Reserva-tions may be made up to one month in advance.

CDC Part-day Programs change every year as the needs of patrons change. The Preschool program normally follows the KISD school year calendar. All CDCs offer trained teaching staff, balanced meals, age-appropriate developmental activities and are nation-ally accredited!

• Chaffee Child Development Center -- Before/After for pre-kin-dergarten and kindergarten children attending Meadows Elemen-tary School, hourly care. Meadows Elementary pre-kindergarten/kindergarten will transition to Meadows CDC upon opening – tentative date of February 2012. Building 198, TJ Mills Boulevard, 254-287-4749

• Clear Creek Child Development Center -- Before/After for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten children attending Clear Creek Elementary, full-day care, part-day preschoolBuilding 4819/4820, Washington Avenue, 254-288-5222

• Comanche Child Development Center -- Before/After for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten children attending Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary, full-day care, part-day preschoolBuilding 52024, Tank Destroyer Boulevard, 254-287-4848

• Fort Hood Child Development Center -- Full-day care, Strong Beginnings Pre-K ProgramBuilding 113, TJ Mills Boulevard 254-287-6037

• Kouma Child Development Center – Before/After for pre-kin-dergarten and kindergarten children attending Venable, Clarke, and Duncan Elementary Schools, part-day preschool (Clarke and Duncan Elementary pre-kindergarten/kindergarten will transition to Dakota CDC upon opening – tentative date of February 2012) Building 48303, Johnson Drive, 254-285-6017

• Montague Child Development Center -- Before/After for pre-kin-dergarten and kindergarten children attending Montague Elementary, full-day care, part-day preschool, and hourly care Building 70004, Clement Drive, 254-287-8835

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Family Child Care (FCC) The Family Child Care pro-gram is a professionally managed network of adult individu-als certified to provide child care in on-post government quarters and in their off-post homes for children four weeks to 10 years and provide programs such as extended hours [for parents who must go on temporary duty (TDY) or field assignments] or special needs care. FCC homes may also of-fer hourly care services, part-day care, or before and after school care. FCC providers are certified after meeting basic regulatory requirements and their homes are regularly mon-itored by FCC staff and inspected for fire, health and safety compliance. In addition, FCC providers work to obtain Na-tional Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) accredita-tion using the same high standards and are encouraged to participate in special activities. Contact the Family Child Care Administrative Office, Bldg 283, Battalion Av-enue and 37th Street, 254-287-5448.

Child Development Home An alternative program to the regular Child Development Center and Family Child Care home is available to parents at the Child Development (CD) Home. The CD Home is operated in set of a govern-ment quarters, offers the best of FCC in a home environment while being staffed by Child and Youth Program Assistants as in a Child Development Center. It is specifically designed to offer infant care, respite care, hourly care, extended hours care, emergency care and transition care with special needs and services. The CD Home is staffed by a team of well-trained professionals that have either Child Developmental Associate credentials or Associate Degrees in Early Child-hood Education, are flexible, demonstrate leadership, and have made the CD Home a safe and nurturing environment for children. Their professionalism and dedication make this child care option a quality program.

Kids On-Site (KOS) Kids On-Site provides on site child care for children between the ages of six weeks and 12 years. Call us to make arrangements for your next Family Readiness Group (FRG) meeting, social event, retreat or gathering. KOS also provides child care at Abrams Physi-cal Fitness Center and the Comprehensive Soldier Fitness Training Facility. For more information, call 254-288-2141

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OCTOBER SPECIAL ACTIVITIESSAC

SCHOOL AGE CARE School Age Care offers before and after-school hours, during school-out days, for spring and winter breaks, and all summer long for children in first grade through fifth grade. The cost is only $4 per hour for up to five hours a week, $30 for more than four daily hours, $16 for less than four daily hours. School Age Care’s rates are based on total Family income and include all trips, activities and meals/snacks. During the school year, School Age Care has seven sites, open to children first - fourth grades. For more information, call 254-287-7950.

School Age Care Sites: vDyfCtomz Clarke SAC: 254-539-8692, after care 2:30 - 6 pm &

before care 5:30 - 8 am, Bldg 51612, Comanche Avenue, Comanche II

z Clear Creek SAC: 254-554-3667, after care 3:30 - 6 pm & before care 5:30 - 8:30 pm, Bldg. 4800, Hwy 190, access road near Clear Creek Drive

z Duncan SAC: 254-287-4362, after care 2:30 - 6 pm & before care 5:30 - 8 am, Bldg 52808, on Muskogee Road, Comanche III

z Montague SAC: 254-539-8695, after care 2 - 6 pm & before care 5:30 - 7:30 am, Bldg 84001, Clements Drive, West Fort Hood

z Venable Village SAC: 254-616-5943, after care 2:30 - 6 pm & before care 5:30 - 8 am, Bldg 60616, Venable Village Drive, Venable Village

z Hobby SAC: 254-200-6510, after care 2 - 6 pm & before care 5:30 - 7:30 am, Bldg 53210, Lost Moccasin, Comanche III

z Walker SAC: 254-290-1247 after care 2:45 - 6 pm daily, Bldg 85018 next to Warrior Way Commissary & before care at Meadows Elementary 254-287-7950, 5:30 - 7 am Service only provides after care transportation from Meadows Elementary.

SAC Family Fun NightDate: Every Thursday Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Join SAC every Thursday for Family Fun Night. Activities are planned just for you and your Family. Each site has different activities; call for more information. (Can be used with full time, occasional, or open recreation hours)

Fire Prevention WeekDate: October 9-15Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: You want to be your home’s Super Hero? Join us during this week to learn fire and home safety. You will learn home fire safety; escaping from fires; stop drop, and roll; fire drill procedures. All sites also will be collecting snack items to be given to our “Super Hero” firefighters and police officers. Please contribute non perishable snack items to your child’s SAC site.

Character Counts! WeekDate: October 16-22Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Do you have what it takes to be a Charac-ter Crusader! This week at SAC we will be celebrating Character Counts! Week by learning about the Six Pillars of Character. You’ll have a chance to learn the newest dance craze….the Character Counts! Shuffle. Don’t miss your chance to be terrific at SAC.

LIGHTS on Afterschool!Date: October 20Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Show your support for “The Great Place’s” great SAC by attending Fort Hood School Age Care’s Lights on Afterschool event. Help us honor SAC staff who make the afterschool hours a time of opportunity for our youth and, in doing so, lessen the stress that Soldiers, Families and employers face when youth are left alone after the school bell rings. The event concludes with our annual Lights on Parade. Come for the celebration, stay for the fun…..we’ll leave the Lights on for you!

Make a Difference DayDate: October 21Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Make a Difference Day is the most encompassing national day of helping others - a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. What a better way to show great Character than giving to others. For the month of October, each site will be collecting donations for the following shelters:Clarke SAC: Killeen Women’s Shelter; Clear Creek SAC: Lighthouse Family Network; Duncan SAC: Central Texas Youth Services; Hobby SAC: Gate Guard Appreciation; Montague SAC: Killeen Women’s Shelter; Venable Village SAC: Army Community Service; Walker-Meadows SAC: Army Community Service.Contact site to find out collection cut off dates.

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Bug’s Eye ViewDate: October 17-18Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Come bug out at SAC and learn all about your favorite creepy crawlers.

Character Counts! BookDate: October 25Time: 4-6 pm , Cost: FREE Description: Create and bind your own book about the six pillars of character.

SUPER SATURDAYSAC Teasers: Project Learn: Feeding America; Torch Club Scavenger Hunt; Better Living for Texans: Not Yo’ Mama’s Banana Pudding; Triple Play: Character Counts! ShuffleDate: October 8Time: 12-6 pm, Cost: $4/hourDescription: Wondering what SAC is all about? Join us for a Super Saturday and get a glimpse of all the exciting activities we have to offer!

FRIDAY LATE NIGHTProject Learn: Feeding America; Torch Club Back Scratchers; Better Living for Texans: Pumpkin Art; Triple Play: Lights on ParadeDate: October 21Time: 6:30-11:30 pm, Cost: $4/hourDescription: Wondering what SAC is all about? Join us for a Friday Late Night, catch a flick and get a glimpse of all the exciting activities what have to offer!

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SAC NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES

SAC Family Fun NightDate: Every ThursdayTime: 5-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Join SAC every Thursday for Family Fun Night.Activities are planned just for you and your Family. Each site has different activities; call for more information. (Can be used with full time, occasional, or open recreation hours)

Patriotic Penny NecklacesDate: November 10Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: SAC will celebrate Veteran’s Day by creating Patriotic Penny Necklaces. Youth will have a chance to show off their creation during our SAC Veteran’s Day parade.

Harvest FestDate: November 24Time: 9 am-5 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Families welcome! Come and enjoy a day of fun, food, and festivities at Walker SAC. Enjoy carnival games, face painting, arts and crafts, and much more!

Military Family CollagesDate: November 22-24Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Bring in your favorite pictures of your family heroes, scan them and let’s make a collage.

Digital PostcardsDate: November 10Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Show the Veteran’s you care; make flag postcards for our local veterans thanking them for their service.

SUPER SATURDAYProject Learn: Feeding America; Torch Club Patriotic Center Pieces; Better Living for Texans: Fruit of Plenty (Fruit Salad); Triple Play: You Can Cube!Date: November 12Time: 12-6 pm, Cost: $4/hourDescription: Wondering what SAC is all about? Join us for a Super Saturday and get a glimpse of all the exciting activities we have to offer!

FRIDAY LATE NIGHTProject Learn: Feeding America; Torch Club Thanksgiving Cards; Better Living for Texans: Ambrosia Salad; Triple Play: Turkey TrotDate: November 25Time: 6:30-11:30 pm, Cost: $4/hourDescription: Wondering what SAC is all about? Join us for Friday Late Night, catch a flick and get a glimpse of all the exciting activities we have to offer!

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Fort Hood’s youth programs are award winning and open to youth in 6th through 12th grade at no charge. Fees for special trips/activities will vary. Youth must be registered with CYSS; register at a Youth Center or at Parent Central Services in the Rivers Building. Call 254-287-8029 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

YOUTH CENTERS z Bronco Youth Center - 254-287-6745; Bldg 6602 Tank Destroyer Blvd z Comanche Youth Center - 254-287-5834; Bldg 52019 Tank Destroyer Blvd z High Chaparral Youth Center - 254-287-5646; Bldg 5485 Hoover Hill Road, Pershing Park Village

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SAC DECEMBER SPECIAL ACTIVITIESSAC Family Fun NightDate: Every Thursday Time: 5 - 6 pmDescription: Join SAC every Thursday for Family Fun Night. Activities are planned just for you and your Family. Each site has different activities; call for more information. (Can be used with full time, occasional, or open recreation hours.)

Victorian TeaDate: December 13Time: 5 - 6:30 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Join SAC for a visit to the Victorian era; put on your Sunday’s best and visit with us for an afternoon tea.

City of Killeen Holiday ParadeDate: December 10Time: 12 - 5:30 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Come out and help represent YSAC! We need YOU to help us show the City of Killeen that Character Counts!

SAC Winter Wonderland CampDate: December 19-30Time: 5:30 am - 6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: SAC will premier its Winter Wonderland Young Artists Camp. During week one, you will attend the Animation Station Cartoon Basics class. During week two, enjoy the Van Gogh Starry Night Pastels and Water Colors clinic.

Superhero Winter Camp Tech LabDate: December 19-30Time: 9 am - 12 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Every great super hero has cool insignia and a super secret hide out, and what better place to create them than our exciting technology labs? Come and spend Winter Camp with our Computer Techs and learn about all the fun and exciting things to do using Technology.

Make Holiday GiftsDate: December 2Time: 9-11 am, Cost: FREEDescription: Personalize holiday cards for your Family Heroes!

Super SaturdayCity of Killeen Holiday ParadeDate: December 10Time: 12 - 7:30 pm. Cost: $4/hourDescription: Come out and help represent YSAC! We need YOU to help us show the City of Killeen that Character Counts!

Friday Late NightHoliday Movie Night & Late Night Cooking Activity Date: December 23Time: 6:30 - 11:30 pm, Cost: $4/hourDescription: Wondering what SAC is all about? Join us for a Friday Late Night, catch a flick and get a glimpse of all the exciting activities we have to offer!

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High Chaparral Youth Center: High School Karaoke & BBQ Late NightDate: October 7Time: 7-10 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Teens, join us for a night of fun and Kara-oke. Be sure to invite all of your friends out to watch you display your special talent. This will be the hot-test Karaoke sing-off of the year!!

Bronco Youth Center: Super Sat-Six Flags Fright NightDate: October 8Time: 8 pm-1 am, Cost: $30Join us for a thrilling time with amusement rides, scary rides, haunted houses, spooky music, patrolling ghouls and live entertainment.

Comanche Youth Center: MS/HS Glow Party Late NightDate: October 14Time: 7-11 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Calling all Middle School and High School teens…come on out and add some glow to your Fri-day night! We will have glow-in-the dark everything and all you will need to bring is skilled dance moves that are geared up to be seen in any light! See you there!

High Chaparral Youth Center: Car BasicsDate: 15 October 2011Time: 5-6:30 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Ever wonder how to keep a car in good running condition? How often should you get your oil changed? What is a cold cranking amp? Find out the answers to these questions and many more.

Bronco Youth Center: Arboretum Garden in Dallas, TXDate: October 15Time: 8 am-8 pm, Cost: $5Description: Travel to Arboretum Gardens in Dallas to enjoy the wonders of nature and experience garden-ing, art, hands-on science and outdoor exploration opportunities. The area is decorated with pumpkins and art in various areas around the park.

Bronco Youth Center: Family Fall FestivalDate: October 20Time: 5:30-8 pm, Cost: FreeDescriptions: Families will enjoy pumpkin carving contests, fall crafts, and learning science and math activities, along with recycling and energy saving projects. Open to teens and their Families. Dinner is on us!

High Chaparral Youth Center: Arcade Day!Date: October 21Time: 5-8 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Enjoy a day at the Arcade for free! Come play games and win prizes. Bring your friends!

Bronco Youth Center: Fishing TournamentDate: October 22Time: 6 am-3 pm, Cost: $5 Description: Enjoy a day of outdoor fun. Bring your fishing gear and bait and come explore your luck on the edge of BLORA. Youth can enter the youth fish-ing tournament with other youth in the area. Bring your best rod and reel to cast the morning away as you compete for the largest fish and 1st place prize.

Comanche Youth Center: Harvest Festival Date: October 27Time: 7-10 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: All teens come out and help us bring the community together as one. You will be able to en-gage in a variety of rewarding activities that will be both educational and challenging. Invite all of your friends so we can have some good fun with a great crowd. The more the merrier!

High Chaparral Youth Center: Red Ribbon CelebrationDate: October 28Time: 4-6 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Say “NO” to drugs with the Red Ribbon Celebration at High Chaparral Youth Center. Come for physically challenging activities, bingo with priz-es and a piece of delicious cake!

Comanche Youth Center: MS/HS Scary Movie Late NightDate: October 28Time: 7-11 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Comanche Youth Center is hosting a mov-ie night that you will give you the chills. Our goal is to get your heart pumping and spike your hair up with a night of scary movies on our enormous video screen with surround sound. This is the night to bring your friends out and enjoy a thrilling movie and the fantastic amenities of Comanche Youth Cen-ter. Don’t be left out at home on this action-packed Friday night.

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Bronco Youth Center: Roller Coaster Tycoon Contest Date: October 5Time: 4 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Would you like to design your own amusement park, or build a new fast rollercoaster? Using Roller Coaster Tycoon 2 computer software, teens will compete against one another to see who creates the most successful roller coasters in their amusement park.

Comanche Youth Center: Making a Graffiti “Signa-ture” Date: October 5Time: 5- 6 pm, Cost: Free Description: Come out and use eye-catching colors to create your own design and MAKE IT COOL! You will use Adobe Photoshop to draw your own graffiti signature which will be an artistic render-ing of your name.

Comanche Youth Center: Resume Building & Job SearchDate: October 12Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: You will learn a professional writing style and use a resume template to create an eye-catching resume. In the computer lab, you will conduct a job search and work through online ap-plications.

High Chaparral Youth Center: Graphic Design for T-shirt Date: October 20Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Turn up your creativity to the next lev-el! Come learn how to create your own graphic de-sign or use clipart and word art tool to finish your design. Microsoft Publisher will be used to create your t-shirt design so you can print it out to show off to your friends and family.

High Chaparral Youth Center: Find a How-To Video Date: October 27Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Have you ever wondered how to boil an egg? Well wonder no longer and find out how with eHow and YouTube, where you can learn how to do just about anything. Come do a search and teach your friends.

Bronco Youth Center:Campus Tour – ITT Technical Institute: Waco CampusDate: October 29Time: 9 am –3 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: ITT Technical Institute is designed for students who are interested in excelling in the field of technology. Join Bronco Youth Center for a campus tour of the Waco Campus and explore the many classes ITT has to offer.

SUPER SATURDAYBronco Youth Center: Super Sat-Six Flags Fright NightDate: October 8Time: 8 pm -1 am, Cost: $30Description: Join us for a thrilling time with amuse-ment rides, scary rides, haunted houses, spooky music, patrolling ghouls and live entertainment.

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YOUTH ACTIVITIESNOVComanche Youth Center:Passport to Manhood Camping TripDate: November 4Time: 5 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Are you the outdoors, adventurous type of person? If so, we are talking to you! Join us as we embark on a great adventure to BLORA. We will have fun in the sun and excitement in the night for all you young men to enjoy. BLORA has everything you need for an awesome outdoor experience. You do not want to miss out on this opportunity to have an overnight stay of fun.

Bronco Youth Center: Health and Fitness Extravaganza Date: November 4Time: 6–9 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Teens, Family, and friends come join us as we get our fitness groove on with Zumba, Stretch to Tai-Chi, buff the muscles with body lifting, regroup on nutrition, and work it out on the Kinect.

High Chaparral Youth Center: Grow Your Own Sparkling Crystal Date: November 5Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FreeDescription: Discover the forces of nature that create crys-tals deep inside the earth. Explore dazzling crystal sculp-tures and geodes whichlook like rubies, emeralds and amber.Bronco Youth Center:Quilting SchoolDate: November 5Time: 10 am–2 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Do you know how to make a quilt or would you like to learn this fun and valuable skill? Quilts you help create will be donated during the holiday season.

Comanche Youth Center: Teens’ Veterans DinnerDate: November 11Time: 5-6 pm , Cost: FREEDescription: Be sure to come out for our Veterans dinner as we give thanks to our vets for the sacrifices they have made for our freedom. Help us honor them with a warm dinner and desert. Our heroes deserve it!

Youth Centers Combined Event at Comanche Youth Center: Thanksgiving Feast Date: November 17Time: 5 pm -7:30 pm, Cost: A Canned Good DonationDescription: Bring your Family out to enjoy a delicious dinner to celebrate a season of giving. Teens,please donate a canned gooddemonstrating good citizen-ship for those less fortunate.

High Chaparral Youth Center:High School Late Night Basketball Date: November 18Time: 8-11 pm, Cost: A Canned Good DonationDescription: Come play basketball until you just can’t play anymore! If you are in high school and you like to play basketball, this is a night especially for you! Fun snacks will be provided.

Bronco Youth Center: Glamour and GlitzDate: November 19Time: 10 am–6 pm, Cost: $5Description: Are you interested in the world of fashion? Is modeling in your future? Come join us as we explore the world of glamour and glitz followed by a tour to of the Art Institute of Austin.

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Teen Taxi is an after school (Monday-Friday) pick-up service which transports youth to designated Fort Hood Youth Centers. This service is FREE and open to middle school youth and high school teens who are eligible to attend the Fort Hood Youth Centers.

Process for Service:1. Call designated Youth Center for taxi pick-up

3. Appropriate time and location of pick-up will be given to youth4. Youth will be picked up at one of the locations listed and delivered to the designated Youth Center

Permission slips are required for this service. Stop by the respective youth center to pick-up these permission slips!

Comanche YC254-287-5834Copperas Cove HSSmith MSAudie Murphy MSSC Lee Junior HSCopperas Cove Junior HSShoemaker HS

Bronco YC254-287-6745Rancier MSLive Oak Ridge MSLiberty Hill MSCharles Patterson MSKilleen HS

High Chaparral YC254-287-5646Palo Alto MSManor MSNolan MSEastern Hills MSEllison HSHarker Heights HSUnion Grove MS

TEENTAXI

*Please note all times, dates and locations are subject to change.

For the Teen Taxi Code Scan this code for more info- http://www.hoodmwr.com/cyss/Teen_Taxi_permissionform.pdf

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November Youth ActivitiesBronco Youth Center: Digital Arts WorkshopDate: Every Thursday, From November 3 OnwardTime: 4 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: If you are interested in the exciting annual Digital Arts Festival in February, Bronco Youth Center will be conducting workshops starting in November. The weekly workshops will teach teens to create movies, music, pho-tos, and creative designs.

Comanche Youth Center: Edit Digital Photographs Date: November 8Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Come and learn new technology skills by editing digi-tal photographs for a professional look. There is no limit to creativity when you cross technology and art, so come with a big imagina-tion.

Bronco Youth Center: Snap Circuits Pro ChallengeDate: November 16Time: 4 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Snap Circuits allow teens to generate electrical prod-ucts. The Snap Circuits Pro Chal-lenge will put teens to the test. With over 500 projects from which to choose, there is one for everyone.

High Chaparral Youth Center: Thanksgiving Scavenger HuntDate: November 17Time: 5-6 pm , Cost: FREEDescription: Are you good at figur-ing things out? Well this activity

will surely sharpen your detective skills. Teens will be challenged in a technology hunt based on clues and hints. As a group of four, you will try to determine where the maze is going to take you and race to find the correct answers to things for which military youth have to be thankful. The winning group will receive a prize!

Comanche Youth Center: Broadcasting 101Date: November 18Time: 5-6 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Lights! Camera! Action! Learn about the broadcasting pro-fession. Teens will learn what it is like to be in front of the camera, as well as what it is like to be behind the camera! We will learn about producing, interviewing tech-niques, public speaking, and act-ing. Teens will also have a chance to record and edit their videos in our technology lab. This activity will be jam-packed with lots of fun!

SUPER SATURDAYHigh Chaparral Youth Center: Ice Skating in AustinDate: November 12Time: 12-7 pmCost: $12Description: Come show your moves on the ice. Whether an you are an Olympic Star or a first time ice skater, come for a great time on the ice!

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YOUTH ACTIVITIESBronco Youth Center:Ripley’s Believe It or NotDate: December 3Time: 10 am–4 pm, Cost: $8Description: Be intrigued and amazed by 11 galleries and over 10,000 sq. ft. of exhibits, interactive displays, and illusions, as well as the Palace of Wax, Enchanted Mirror Maze, Impossible Laser Race, and the Ancient Mayan Temple.

Bronco Youth Center: NFL Game Houston Texans vs. Atlanta FalconsDate: December 4Time: 8 am, Cost: TBAInformation: Are you ready for some football?! Come and cheer on your favorite team in person!

High Chaparral Youth Center: Just Dance TournamentDate: December 6Time: 5-7 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Are you a master at Just Dance? Come show your skills in this Just Dance Tournament. Winner gets bragging rights and an awesome prize.

High Chaparral Youth Center: Gifts for Senior Citizens Date: December 7Time: 1-6 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Make a gift for a Senior Citizen. We are spread-ing our holiday cheer by creating beautiful handmade or-naments and holiday gifts for local senior citizens.

Comanche Youth Center: Holiday Dance NightDate: December 9Time: 6-8 pm, Cost: FREE Description: Winter is here! Are you ready for a night of music, dancing, and fun with your friends? Latino, Pop, Reggaeton, and Hip Hop! Put on your gear and come to Comanche Youth Center to dance the night away and show off your skills to celebrate the Holiday season. Bring along your friends and Family! Everyone’s welcome.

Bronco Youth Center: Holiday Fashion and Talent NightDate: December 15Time: 6 pm, Cost: FREEDescription: Think you have the freshest winter gear? Do you have talent that you want shown? Come show us your skills and be a part of our night of holiday fashion and talent, and please bring along socks, pajamas and oth-er warm clothing to donate to Families in need.

Comanche Youth Center:Sports Extravaganza Date: December 16Time: 6-8 pm, Cost: Free Description: Bored during your holiday break? Get out of the house and get to Comanche Youth Center to partici-pate in the 2011 Sports Extravaganza. Come shape up your physique and power up your strength. Invite all of your friends out for a challenge.

High Chaparral Youth Center:Movie Madness Date: December 17Time: 1-6 pm, Cost: $8Description: We love watching movies during the holiday season. Come out with your friends and see a new movie in Killeen’s state of the art Hollywood theater.

Bronco Youth Center: Round Rock Outlet Shopping and Tour Lights in SaladoDate: December 17Time: 10 am–8 pm, Cost: $5Description: Enjoy holiday shopping at the Round Rock Outlet. Tour the city of Salado and be inspired by brilliant holiday light displays. Bring extra spending money!

Comanche Youth Center:Winter WonderlandDate: December 21Time: 6-8 pm, Cost: A Toy Donation Per Family Description: Bring your Family out to enjoy hot cocoa, fun games and exciting activities as we celebrate the holi-days. There will be holiday inspired refreshments that will satisfy your holiday cravings. We will also have entertain-ment that will energize your holiday spirit and help you remember what the season is truly about.

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Comanche Youth Center:Family Holiday CookbookDate: December 6Time: 5-6 pmCost: FREE Description: Family recipes pass down from generation to generation. This is your opportunity to use and explore your talents while to creating a price-less Family heirloom! Have fun build-ing a Family holiday cookbook. You can bring along Family recipes or cre-ate new ones from scratch.

High Chaparral Youth Center:Edit Digital Photographs Date: December 8Time: 5-6 pmCost: FREE Description: Come and learn some new technology skills, editing digital photographs for a professional look. There is no limit to creativity when you cross technology and art, so come with a big imagination.

Comanche Youth Center:Create a Holiday CDDate: December 13Time: 3-4 pmCost: FREEDescription: Attention all teens, do you want to learn how to create your own music? Join us in the computer lab and we can work together building your favorite music CD using musical software.

High Chaparral Youth Center:Own Your Own Restaurant Date: December 19-20 Time: 3-7 pmCost: FREE Description: Learn all aspects of run-ning a restaurant. Come out and cre-ate a menu of appetizers, entrées and desserts, and build signature recipes. Create a list of food items needed and visit the local grocery store to build your recipe on a budget. Bring in Fam-ily recipes or create new ones from scratch. Prepare and cook your selec-tions and serve them in the Hi-C Café.

Bronco Youth Center: Game TechCreate a Game from ScratchDate: December 19-22Time: 2 pmCost: FREEDescription: Are you or do you want to be a Gamer? During the 4-day mini-camp, you could get an early start! Game Tech is a program that teach-es teens how to create a game from scratch.

Bronco Youth Center:Build a Model TownDate: December 26-28Time: 2 pmCost: FREEDescription: Show your engineering skills by creating a town using LEGOs. Design it, blueprint it, build it, name it!

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US Parlym-

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Office Hours: 9 am-6 pm

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Bantam League 5-6

$40 (Basketball and

Cheerleading)

Little League 7-8

$40 (Basketball and

Cheerleading)

Minor League 9-10

$40 (Basketball and

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FALL YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS

Youth Sports & Fitness, is open to youth age 3-18 years old. Need a way for the Family to combat cabin fever this fall? Youth Sports has something to offer for the entire Family. We have a variety of sports from basketball to zumbatomic! Register for all sports at the Youth Sports & Fitness office, Bldg 6602.

For more information, please call254-288-3770 for more information.

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US Parlym-

pics Basket-

ball Tournament

Date: October 9

Time: TBD

Cost: TBD

Location: San Antonio,

TX

Description: Youth

will

travel d

own to th

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Army Medical

Center to at-

tend a Wheelchair Bask

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event hosted by the US Para

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the youth prio

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private

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ssion. Trip

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2011 Winter Sports Registr

ation

Date: October 10 – November 19

Office Hours: 9 am-6 pm

Cost:

Mighty Mini 3-4

$20 (Basketball Only)

Bantam League 5-6

$40 (Basketball and

Cheerleading)

Little League 7-8

$40 (Basketball and

Cheerleading)

Minor League 9-10

$40 (Basketball and

Cheerleading)

Junior League 11-12

$40 (Basketball and

Cheerleading)

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way to sta

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Phantom Warrior Lanes

Phantom Warrior Lanes is truly a “Great Place”, providing Fort Hood with an amazing facility to partake in fun, food and games for over 10 years.

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EAT, SLEEP, BOWL.Every Monday

5 - 9 pm

$20 per lane per hourFREE shoes and medium soft drink

*except federal andtrainingholidays

Fun for All Ages!

*Thanksgiving Day, 5 pm – Midnight; Christmas Eve, Noon – 7 pm; Christmas Day, 5 pm – Midnight; New Year’s Eve, 5 pm – 1:30 am; New Year’s Day. 5 pm – Midnight.

Phantom Warrior Lanes • A state-of-the-art Bowling Facility of 48 lanes and 42” flat screen automatic scoring displays and automated pop-up bumpers• Reoccurring games, specials and events• Event accommodations and league bowling• Full service Pro Shop and Strike Zone snack bar• Two rooms filled with arcade machines in addition to • iBingoClear Creek Road at Santa Fe Avenue, bldg 49010254-287-3424www.hoodmwr.com

*Open to all DoD ID cardholders’ and their guests.

Monday – Thursday8:30 am - Midnight

Friday8:30 am - 2 am

Saturday9 am - 2 am

Sunday10 am – Midnight

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FALL • SKIESUnlimited Academy

SKIESUnlimited ACADEMY The Schools of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills: SKIESUnlimited offers a wide variety of classes for toddlers to teens. To enroll in SKIESUnlimited classes, children must first be registered with CYSS. Just think, you may have a prima ballerina, a martial arts super star, or even a concert pianist in your Family and don’t even know it yet! Call 254-287-4592 for more information.

****Please logon to CYS Services Online for additional class schedules and updates, athttps://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/hoodcyms.html

CLASSESART Painting & DrawingDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 per monthAge Groups: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Open studio style, using wet and dry media

Pencil, Pastel & BeyondDate: See CYS Services OnlineCost: $55 per monthAge Groups: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Discover art with charcoal, pastel & watercolor mediums

DrawingDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 per monthAge Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Learn to draw using perspective, composition & shading

CartoonsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 per monthAge Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Learn traditional cartoon and animation techniques

Art on the SpectrumDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 monthlyAge Group: 4-12 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Curriculum designed for children on the Autism Spectrum

HomeschoolersDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 per monthAge Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Curriculum designed to fulfill homeschooler’s state requirements

3D SculptureDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 per monthAge Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Create 3-D sculpture using paper, plaster, found objects and more!

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CRAFTSFashion DesignDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 per monthAge Group: 11-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Learn sewing basics, from fabric selection, to following a basic pattern, to cutting and sewing. Create two small projects in a month. Also, learn some basics of fashion sketching and illustration. Students must provide fabrics and notions; sewing machine and sketch pads are provided.

Sewing Date: See CYS Services OnlineCost: $45 per monthAge Group: 6-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Create two small projects and learn basic sewing skills. Students must provide fabrics and notions; sewing machines are provided.

ScrapbookingDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $60 per monthAge Group: 7-16 years oldLocation: TBARequirements: Students must bring their your own scrapbook (size 12 x 12 or smaller) and photos that go with the theme for that day.Description: Learn basic scrapbooking techniques with themed days: Me and My Family, Friends/Pets/ Someone Special, Activities/ Hobbies, Places lived, traveled or want to go!

Creative CraftsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $40 per monthAge Group: 7-15 years oldLocation: TBASupplies required: A white T-shirt and some photos. Description: Do hands on arts and crafts to wear, share, and show off!Crafts include: Hemp Jewelry, Tie-Die T-shirt, Door Knob Hanger and Design- A- Mug

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Child, Youth & School Services www.hoodmwr.com/childandyouth.htm26DANCEModern DanceDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $37 monthlyAge Group: 3-5, years oldLocation: TBADescription: Contemporary Movement

Modern DanceDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $42 monthlyAge Group: 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Contemporary Movement

Hip Hop Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $42 per monthAge Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Learn all the latest moves!

Hip Hop Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Learn all the latest moves!

Hip Hop Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $ 45-$65 per monthAge Group: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Free Style Dance StudioDescription: Learn all the latest moves!

Ballet/Jazz BeginnersDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $37 per monthAge Group: 3-5, years oldLocation: TBADescription: Beginning Dance

Ballet/Jazz Beginners Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 3-5, years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Beginning Dance

Ballet/Jazz IntermediateDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $42 per monthAge Group: 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Advanced Dance

Ballet/Jazz Intermediate Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 6-8, 9-12, 13-18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Intermediate Dance

I just

want to

Dance!

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Child, Youth & School Services www.hoodmwr.com/childandyouth.htm 27MUSIC Piano for the Young BeginnerDate: Days and times vary - 30 min sessions year round.Cost: $47 per monthAge Group: 4-5 years oldLocation: See CYS Services OnlineDescription: Group instruction for piano

Group PianoDate: Days and times vary - 30 min sessions year roundCost: $47 per monthAge Group: 6-18 years oldLocation: See CYS Services OnlineDescription: Group instruction for piano

Beginner GuitarDate: Days and times vary. 1 hour sessions year round Cost: $53 per monthAge Group: 8-18 years oldLocation: See CYS Services OnlineDescription: Group guitar instruction for beginners

Intermediate GuitarDate: Days and times vary. 1 hour sessions year round. Cost: $53 per monthAge Group: 8-18 years oldLocation: See CYS Services OnlineDescription: Students advance at teacher’s discretion

Advanced GuitarDate: Days and times vary. 1 hour sessions year roundCost: $53 per monthAge Group: 8 -18Location: See CYS Services OnlineDescription: Students advance at teacher’s discretion

Music Magic!Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $40Age Group: 1-2, 2-3, 3-5 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Learn simple songs, lullabies, drum/clapping/tapping songs, finger plays, and circle songs to share with your child. All musical instruments and equipment provided

Music RecorderDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $40Age Group: 6-11 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Students will progress through 10 songs to earn their recorder “black belts!” Recorder purchase necessary, which are generally $5 at any music store or online. Music and practice CD provided.

Choir GleeDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $40Age Group: 6-11 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Have fun learning how to sing and perform show choir style. Class will culminate in a public perfor-mance. Music and CD provided

Private Music Lessons Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $70 per monthAge Group: 7-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Private instruction on band instruments: piano, flute, oboe, recorder, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, baritone, tuba, French horn, and percussion (drums). Must provide own instrument and music. Private lessons are arranged with Instructor for 30 min lessons during the week

Family Music Fun!Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $ 52 first child, $13 second child, third child free!Age Group: 6 months – 4 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Both parents and up to 3 siblings may partici-pate

Music Fun!Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $52 per monthAge Group: 2 – 4 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Children experience music & movement

Music Fun! for ToddlersDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $52 per monthAge Group: 1-2 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Parent & Child experience music & move-ment

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LANGUAGEGerman Music Fun!Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $52 per monthAge Group: 2-4 years oldLocation: TBADescription: German words and music

German LessonsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $47 Age Group: 6-18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Learn German

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MARTIAL ARTSTae Kwon Do - BeginnersDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $45 monthlyAge Group: 6 - 18 years oldLocation: Bronco Youth CenterDescription: Build confidence, respect & skills

Tae Kwon Do - Intermediate 2Date: See CYS Services Online Cost: $45 monthlyAge Group: 6 - 18 years oldLocation: Bronco Youth CenterDescription: Students advance at teacher’s discretion

Tae Kwon Do - AdvancedDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $45 monthlyAge Group: 6 - 18 years oldLocation: Bronco Youth CenterDescription: Students advance at teacher’s discretion

Tae Kwon Do - WorkshopDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $60 Age Group: 6 - 18 years oldLocation: Bronco Youth CenterDescription: Workshop for beginners

Karate PlayDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $55 monthlyAge Group: 2 - 4 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Introduction to Karate for little ones

Karate - PlayDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 monthlyAge Group: 3 - 4 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Build confidence, respect & skill

Karate - TeenDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $60 monthlyAge Group: 12 - 18 years oldLocation: Cordovan Art SchoolDescription: Build confidence, respect & skill

Shotokan KarateDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $45 monthlyAge Group: 4-15 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Build confidence, respect & skill

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Child, Youth & School Services30TUMBLING & GYMNASTICSParent & Child TumblingDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $35Age Group: 1-2 yearsLocation: Kouma CDCPrerequisite: Child must be able to walk and one parent must participate per child.Description: Learn basic exercises and stretches to achieve flexibility, strength, gross motor skills, coordina-tion and balance to perform basic gymnastic skills on bars, balance beam and tumbling, while having fun!

Preschool TumblingDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 3-4 years oldLocation: Kouma CDCDescription: Learn basic exercises and stretches to achieve flexibility, strength, gross motor skills, coordina-tion and balance to perform basic gymnastic skills on bars, balance beam and tumbling, while having fun!

Gymnastics-Beginner GirlsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 5-10, 11-18 years oldLocation: Kouma CDCDescription: Using a variety of exercises and stretches to build strength and flexibility to learn a variety of skills for gymnastic apparatus such as uneven bars, vault, bal-ance beam, and tumbling. This program will also build coordination, body motion and self-confidence while having fun!

Gymnastics-Intermediate GirlsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 5-18 years oldLocation: Kouma CDCPrerequisite: Must have prior gymnastics experience.Description: Using a variety of exercises and stretches to build strength and flexibility to learn a variety of skills for gymnastic apparatus, such as uneven bars, vault, bal-ance beam, and tumbling. This program will also build coordination, body motion and self-confidence while having fun!

Gymnastics-Advanced GirlsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 5-18 years oldLocation: Kouma CDCPrerequisite: Must have prior gymnastics experience.Description: Using a variety of exercises and stretches to build strength and flexibility to learn a variety of skills for gymnastic apparatus such as uneven bars, vault, bal-ance beam, and tumbling. This program will also build coordination, body motion and self-confidence while having fun!

Gymnastics-MaleDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $50 per monthAge Group: 5-18 years oldLocation: Kouma CDCDescription: Using a variety of basic exercises and stretch-es to build strength and flexibility to learn a variety of skills for gymnastic apparatus, such as parallel bars, pommel horse, high bar, rings, vault and tumbling. This program will also build coordination, body motion and self-confidence while having fun!

NUTRITIONFun, Food & FitnessDate: Saturdays 1:30 - 2:30 pmAge Group: 5 - 11 years old, Cost: $42 monthlyDate: Saturdays 2:45 - 3:45 pmAge Group: 12 - 18 years old, Cost: $42 monthlyLocation: Spiritual Fitness CenterDescription: Nutrition lessons plus high energy physical activities

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SPORTS & FITNESS CheerDate: See CYS Services Online , Cost: $42 monthlyAge Group: 5 - 8 years oldDate: See CYS Services Online , Cost: $42 monthlyAge Group: 9 - 12 years oldDate: See CYS Services Online , Cost: $42 monthlyAge Group: 13-18 years oldTBADescription: Learn cheers, chants, motions and jumps!

First Tee Golf - BeginnerDate: See CYS Services Online , Cost: FreeAge Group: 5 - 18 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Learn golf as well as character building activities

First Tee Golf - AdvancedDate: See CYS Services Online, Cost: FreeAge Group: 5 -18 years oldTBADescription: Learn golf as well as character building activities

Preschool Swim levels 1 - 6Date: See CYS Services Online(30 minute sessions)

SwimCost: $50 per level - different levels scheduledat various timesAge Group: 5 - 18 years oldLocation: Abrams Physical Fitness CenterDescription: Red Cross Swim classes for Preschoolers Parent & Child SwimDate: See CYS Services Online (30 minute sessions) Cost: $30 per session - scheduled at various timesAge Group: 6 - 35 months oldLocation: Abrams Physical Fitness CenterDescription: Parents will be in the pool with child

Private SwimDate: See CYS Services Online (Four 30 minute sessions) Cost: $60 per session - scheduled at various timesAge Group: 3 - 18 years oldLocation: Abrams Physical Fitness CenterDescription: Perfect for teens or children who need one on one assistance

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SCIENCE AND ACADEMICAquatic ScienceDate: Mondays, 90 - minute courseAge Group: 6 - 10 years old, Cost: $32 one time courseLocation: C & J Divers, KilleenDescription: Sea Turtles, coral reefs, sharks, Finding Nemo, volcanoes, and more

Academic TutoringDate: Mondays or Wednesdays, 5 - 5:45, 5:45 - 6:30, 6:30 - 7:15 pmAge Group: 6 - 18 years old, Cost: $54 monthlyLocation: Spiritual Fitness CenterDescription: One on one tutoring for any subject your child needs assistance with

Ecological and Natural Science – ExperimentsDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $54Age Group: 6-11, 12-15 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Bubbly, bizarre, and bouncy experiments us-ing the scientific method will allow students to per-sonally discover and uncover wonders of the natural world.

Ecological and Natural Science – Going WildDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $54Age Group: 6-11, 12-15 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Discover the wild like a biologist. With an emphasis on wildlife, students will develop awareness, knowledge and skills, enhanced through engaging ac-tivities. Activities are based upon Project Wild’s cur-riculum.

Ecological and Natural Science – Underwater AdventureDate: See CYS Services Online Cost: $54Age Group: 6-11, 12-15 years oldLocation: TBADescription: Discover the wild like a biologist. With an emphasis on wildlife, students will develop awareness, knowledge and skills, enhanced through engaging ac-tivities. Activities are based upon Project Wild’s cur-riculum.

IMPORTANT: All class schedules are subject to change and more classes are on the way. Please check CYS Services Online for up-to-date schedules - https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/hoodcyms.html

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Cutting edge art, life, �tness and adventure packages designed for 1st through 12th grade youth* For more information, call 254-553-3995 or e-mail, [email protected].

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-Real world career experience-12-week apprenticeships-Fun, interactive career and college workshops -Paid stipend-Build a career path-Sales, outdoor recreation and more!

*Eligible youth must be registered with Child, Youth & School Services. CYSS is open to dependents of active duty military, retirees, Department of Defense civilian employees and contractor.

Open to youth 15-18*Call 254-290-7861 to apply today!

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Apprentice Program GAIN THE SKILLS FOR A COMPETITIVE FUTURE

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The Edge Program is designed to provide unusual, exciting after school extracurricular experiences for youth 6th - 12th grade. Edge offers programs in the interest areas of life, art, fitness and adventure that will peak your youth’s interest and expand their social and educational development.

For more information, call 254-553-3995,or email [email protected]. Scan this code for more info -http://www.hoodmwr.com/edge.htm

the edge Experience, Develop, Grow and Excel with the edge program!

Accessories by You: Interpret your creativity through designing accessories. Youth will create necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more. This class will include creating designer beads similar to the beads sold in custom jewelry stores. Youth will be allowed to let their creativity flow.

Painting and Drawing: Students will explore drawing and painting materials with instructors from Cordovan Arts School. Activities will include demos, group assignments and self-guided projects on the way to enhance artistic abilities. T his course caters to all levels, from the novice artist brushing up on their skills to the serious artist seeking perfection in their artwork.

Web Design: Designed for teens who want to make their own web pages, web sites and learn the basics of web development. Cordovan Art School instructors will give youth a solid foundation in website design and CSS layout as they showcase interests on the Web. Step-by-step projects provide teens with the opportunity to learn and practice professional techniques.

Animation: Taught by professional animators from the Cordovan Art School, students receive hands-on experience with a variety of artistic animation styles. Students will cover drawing and cartooning basics and will delve into traditional animation.

Top Chef Kid Edition: Central Texas College’s Culinary Arts professionals have joined forces with CYS services to provide a unique cooking experience for our youth. Youth will have the opportunity to learn the ins and out of the culinary environment to include safety, sanitation, food prep and more. The program will conclude with the youth catering a meal for their families.

Top Chef Kid Edition II: Youth have the opportunity to take their cooking skills to the next level in Top Chef Kid Edition II. Building on the fundamentals of Top Chef Kid I, youth will expand their skill set and prepare more challenging meals. The program will conclude with the youth catering a meal for their family members.

Fashion Design Workshop: Explore the world of fashion by designing, constructing and sewing garments. At the conclusion of the fashion design workshop, youth will display their work in a fashion showcase.

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Ceramics Get a feel for clay! Students will gain experiences in making functional as well as sculptural pieces, using a variety of techniques to include the pouring of molds. Well thought-out forms, designs and functional uses along with good craftsmanship are emphasized. Students will also have the opportunity to paint, fire and glaze their masterpieces.

Lights, Camera, Action… Ever wonder what went into television or film production? Go behind the lens of the camera to produce your own commercials and movie shorts. The program will include filming at various locations and editing of the video. No previous experience is necessary and all equipment is provided.

DJ 101 Ever wonder what it is like to step behind the turntables and mix? This introductory class will teach the fundamentals of DJing. Whether you want to dj parties, battle or learn a new hobby this class if for you.

Design Your Own Deck Express your graphic and design talents on a unique canvas- a skateboard deck. Youth will take a blank skateboard deck and use a variety of mediums to create their own design! At the completion of the process the youth will have the opportunity to keep their custom designed board.

Get Styling Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a cosmetologist? Is it just hair styling or does it encompass more? Learn the basics of cosmetology to include the history of the profession, maintaining healthy hair, styling, make-up application and more! The final class students will have the opportunity to display their talent for all to share.

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Music Production Production Learn to record, use loops, sample, mix, master and output to make professional music right on your desktop computer or laptop! Utilizing the latest digital audio production equipment and computers, students will learn a variety of techniques to produce outstanding digital audio under the supervision of an industry pro.

Hip Hop Workshop This class will teach choreography from popular hip hop artists, dance teams and choreographers. Original moves from the instructor will also be incorporated. The class will also focus on the foundations of hip hop body movement.

have seen. This program is packed full of information, such as ongoing projects of research and discovery of our aquatic world. or instance, what percentage of the water is drinkable and where does 80 percent of the world’s oxygen come from? Youth will also have the opportunity to Discover Scuba—including getting fitted with scuba gear and learning how it is used. The final class we will splash into Abrams pool to discover how you can become an aquanaut. Are you ready to take the plunge?

Bullseye… You’ll hit the target as you develop the FUNdamental skills of archery. Learn that safety comes first in this action-packed activity, hone your shooting skills (short and medium distance), have a little target practice, and pay close attention to your instructor because the final day you will have the opportunity to compete for prizes.

Reel ‘em In! Get hooked on fishing this spring season. Learn the ins and outs of becoming a great fisherman, to include respecting the environment, learning about the equipment, fish identification, tying lures, and more. This hands on adventure will be taught by an experienced outdoorsman from Fort hood’s own Sportsman Center.

Climb to New Heights Rocks, boulders, and more, oh my! Over-coming obstacles is just part of the challenge in this activity. Climb to new heights, as you develop the basic skills of indoor rock climbing. Learn the ba-sics of rock climbing and climber etiquette, to include how to tie knots and belay your fellow climbers.

Adrenaline Rush High Adrenaline, action-packed adventure awaits you as you go off road ATV style. Never rode before? That’s great! Certified instructor Jon Elliott will teach what you need to know to hit the road – SAFELY. All equipment is provided, but wear long pants and closed toed shoes and be prepared to get messy.

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Program Details: 6th grade $20 for a one day a week program $40 for a two day a week program

7th - 12th grade Free

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Splat! Learn safety, responsibility, sportsmanship, strategy, and tactics through the game of paintball. Each week youth, will be in-volved in highly structured paintball activities and games supervised by professionals.

Splash Science: Splash into the world of aquatics with C&J Divers and explore some very cool and wet stuff! Splash Science will introduce youth to the aquatic wonders that many have wondered about, but very few people have seen. This program is packed full of information, such as ongoing projects of research and discovery of our aquatic world, for instance, what percentage of the water is drinkable and where does 80 percent of the world’s oxygen come from? Youth will also have the opportunity to Discover Scuba—including getting fitted with scuba gear and learning how it is used. The final class we will splash into Abrams pool to discover how you can become an aquanaut. Are you ready to take the plunge?

Tee Off Build character and integrity in this gentlemen’s game. Learn the FUNdamentals from golf pro Chuck Mcphilomy and receive hands on guidance by one of the best. This program is for beginners and an opportunity to introduce newcomers to the sport. Hone your skills, because the final round will include a competition and the chance to win prizes.

Strike! Strike up an interest and polish your game of bowl-ing at Phantom Warrior Lanes. Work with certified instructors to practice your grip and form and in no time you will be bowling strikes. Fun and excitement won’t be spared with a pizza and ice cream party to conclude the program.

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Sign Up: Stop by the Parent Central Services Office, Bldg. 121 on 761st Tank Battalion Avenue and sign your youth up now! Programs are offered at a designated CYS Services site. Note: Space is limited; program offerings may be subject to

change. Programs are offered at various locations and times. For detailed information, log on towww.hoodmwr.com/edge.htm, call 254-553-3995 or email [email protected].

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YOUTH HIRED! APPRENTICE PROGRAM

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FALL • Youth HIRED! Apprentice Program

The Youth HIRED! Apprentice Program provides 15 - 18 year old youth with professionally-managed career explo-ration opportunities in Family and MWR operations. Par-ticipants receive valuable paid work experience, as well as training and skills needed for the highly-competitive job market.

How It WorksTeens may participate in a maximum of two (12 - week) apprentice terms per year* and will receive a stipend check at the end of the completed term. Youth are re-quired to complete 15 hours of work in a seven day pe-riod. As part of the program, youth will receive college and work preparatory workshops.

Advantages � Real world career experience � 12-week apprenticeships � Fun, interactive career and college workshops � Paid stipend � Build a career path � Positions in sales, outdoor recreation and more!

2011 HIRED! Term DatesApplication must be received two weeks prior to the beginning of the term

� August 29 - November 18 � November 28 - February 17,2012� * Applications must be received two weeks prior to

the begining of the term.

How to Get HIRED! Youth must be registered with Child, Youth and School Services. School documenta-tion showing a GPA of 2.0 or higher must be provided. First-time apprentices must attend six prerequisite train-ings: three workforce preparation, two secondary-educa-tion exploration and one financial management. Youth must submit a completed, signed application to the Youth Workforce Prep Specialist. Applications must be received two weeks prior to the beginning of the term. Applica-tions are available online at: http://www.hoodmwr.com/youthHIRED!/2010%20Apprenticeship%20Application.pdf or at the address below.

Youth Workforce Prep Office Rivers Building, Bldg 121 Rm 134E761st Tank Battalion Avenue 254-287-9658

For the HIRED! page Scan this code for more info - http://www.hoodmwr.com/youthHIRED!/

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YOUTH HIRED! APPRENTICE WORKSHOPSCareer Launch Builds essential skills in youth ages 13 - 18 years old exploring careers, making sound educational decisions, and finding success in the world of work. These trainings are offered every first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 - 6:30 pm at High Chaparral Youth Center., Pershing Park VillageBldg 5485, Hooverhill RoadFor more information, call 254-287-5646(Trainings from this curriculum fulfill workforce-preparation and secondary-education exploration training prerequisites).

Money Matters helps 13-18 year old teens learn practical ways to save, spend, and invest the money they earn. These trainings are offered every second Thursday of every month from 5:30 - 6:30 pm at Bronco Youth Center, Bldg 6602, Tank De-stroyer Blvd.For more information call 254-287-6745(Training from this curriculum fulfills the financial-management workshop prerequisite).

Skills Mastery & Resistance Training Is a prevention program aimed at helping young people resist tobacco, alcohol, marijuana and other drug use, as well as delay early sexual activity. These trainings are offered every fourth Tuesday of every month from 5 - 5:45 pm at Comanche Youth Center, Bldg 52019, Tank Destroy-er Blvd.For more information call 254-287-5834(Trainings from this curriculum fulfill secondary-education exploration training prerequisites).

Training attendees MUST be registered with Child, Youth & School Services. Trainings are subject to be canceled due to federal holidays and/or sched-uling changes; please call ahead to confirm train-ings.

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Fort Hood Child, Youth and School Services has full-day child care slots available, for children 12-35 months of age.

Sign up today! Contact CYSS, Parent Central Services at 254-287-8029 or located at 761st Tank Battalion Avenue, Bldg 121, Rm 140.

Affordable rates based on Family incomeProfessional and caring staffIndividualized careAdapted developmental curriculumConsistent child care hours

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The SKIESUnlimitedAcademy is now openin the Kouma CDC!Building 48303, Johnson Dr. Fort Hood, Texas 76544(254)287-4592

Classes Available for Children & Youthof All Ages & All Levels!Karate Gymnastics Tae Kwon DoTumbling Painting DrawingSwimming Fishing Jazz Modern Dance Ballet Hip Hop Music Fun Piano GuitarNature & Experiments and Much, Much More!!!

New classes are launched frequently!**Sign-up at CYS Services Online athttps://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/hoodcyms.html or Parent Central Services. For more information on accessing your online account call 254-287-8029

Instructors NeededHave you ever wanted to make a difference in someone’s life? Now, you can. SKIESUnlimited Academy is hiring new instructors for Music, Spanish, Sign language, Drama, First-Aid and CPR certification,Water Safety, Sports, Film Production, Life Skills and Academic Tutoring Services for ages 6 weeks to 18 years. These are paid or volunteer positions.Instructors must be at least 18 years old. Send resume to [email protected] or call 287-4592 for more information.

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