fort belvoir cyss newsletter - november 2012
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Fort Belvoir CYSS Newsletter - November 2012TRANSCRIPT
Issue 11, Version 1
CYS SERVICES NEWSLETTER
FORT BELVOIR
N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 2
www.belvoirmwr.com/Facilities/CYS/
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P A G E 2 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
Wrestling Enrollment Dates: Aug 27th —Nov 9th
Ages: 5—15 years Cost: $60 Season Runs: Nov—Mar
House Basketball Enrollment Dates: Oct 1st – Nov 30
th
Ages: 5—15 years Cost: $55 Season Runs: Jan-Apr
Cheerleading-House Basketball Enrollment Dates: Oct 1st – Nov 30
th
Ages: 5—15 years Cost: $55 Season Runs: Jan-Apr Select Basketball Enrollment Dates: October Tryouts**
Ages: 9—18 years Cost: $85 Season Runs: Dec-Mar
**Please watch the Eagle and Facebook for Tryout dates and times.
Youth Sports & FITNESS A current Sports Physical (which must be updated annually) and
Birth Certificate are required to register for all sports programs, except for the
Start Smart Programs, which require current immunization records.
For Sports information call: (703) 805-1257/9139
For Registration information call: (703) 805–1908
Swim for Your Health & Run for Your Health
Sign-up procedures : All participants must register at Parent Central Services.
It is FREE!!! (703) 805-1908
Eligibility: Active Duty Personnel Children (17 years & under);
Retirees Children (17 years & under);
DOD Civilians Children (17 years & under)
Purpose: To promote physical fitness and wellness for the
Fort Belvoir Community Children.
For Rules/Procedures: Please Contact the Youth Sports Health & Fitness Director (703) 805-9138
N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 2 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
P A G E 4 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
Youth CENTER FREE Activities
Fri – Nov 02nd
1530-1700 Uno Challenge 1700-1830 Indoor Soccer 1830-2030 Arcade Games Sat - Nov 03
rd
1500-1630 Beads and Baubles Keychain 1630-1800 Art- Piggy Bank Painting 1900- 2030 Movie Night Fri – Nov 09
th
1530-1730 Rock Wall 1700-1830 Parcheesi 1830-2030 Basketball 3 on 3
Fri – Nov 23rd
1600-1700 Kinects 1700-1830 Triple Play 3 on 3 Basketball Shootout 1830-2030 Leaf Collage
Sat - Nov 24
th
1500-1700 Dodge Ball 1630-1800 Glitter Art 1800-2030 Movie Night
Fri – Nov 30
th
1600-1700 Pictionary 1700-1830 Triple Play Jump Rope Contest 1830-2030 Basketball 21
Sat - Nov 10th
1500-1630 Scrabble Tournament 1630-1830 Veteran Day Card Making 1800-2130 Roller Skating
Fri – Nov 16th
1530-1800 Karaoke 1700-1830 Give Thanks Cards 1830-2030 Movie Night
Sat - Nov 17th
1530-1700 Michael Jackson Dance Off 1630-1800 Healthy Habits 1800-2030 Madden 2013
For more information on these activities and more, please contact the
Youth Center at (703)805-4515.
A workforce preparation and apprenticeship program designed to meet the employment and
career-exploration needs of CYSS teens 15-18 years of age.
Hired! Apprentices commit to working (15) fifteen hours per week with employers on the in-
stallation while concurrently participating in workforce preparation/career exploration work-
shops over a (12)twelve week term. Terms occur during Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
Youth must complete the necessary application process and meet all prerequisites to be eligi-
ble for the program. For additional information contact Wendy O’Sullivan, Hired! Program
Coordinator, 703.805.4515 or visit the Fort Belvoir Youth Center.
Hired! Workshops
Held on Thursday’s from 4pm-5pm covering Workforce-Preparation (resumes,
applications, job searching, interviewing) and Post-Secondary Education
Exploration (interest inventories; exploring jobs; college/scholarships)
Hired! Apprenticeship Program
NOVEMBER
N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 2 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
P A G E 6 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
Family computer time @ school Age Services
The lab will be open on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month from 0930-1330.
For more information please contact the Markham SAS at (703)805-9100.
Markham School Age Center invites you and your family to come use their computer lab.
The lead teacher of the com-puter lab will be present for any questions.
Family Computer Time!
Kid’s Night Out for grades K-6th
will be held at Markham School Age Center on the second Saturday of each
month . Tickets are $20.00 per child, this does include a light meal. No Money will be taken at the door. All Kid’s Nights out Party-Goers must be registered with CYS Ser-
vices. For more information call 703-805-9100. There will be no refunds.
DATES:
Military Family Appreciation Month Special 1/2 Price PNO of $10/per child for November
November 10
th, 2012, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by November 7th
at 1730
December 8th
, 2012, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by December 5th
at 1730.
South Post Child Development Center offers Saturday evening childcare on the second Saturday of each
month for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Tickets are $20.00 per child, this does include a light meal. No
Money will be taken at the door. Children must be regis-tered with CYS Services. For more information call 703-
806-4344. There will be no refunds.
DATES:
Military Family Appreciation Month Special 1/2 Price PNO of $10/per child for November
November 10
th, 2012, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by November 7th
at 1730
December 8th
, 2012, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by December 5th
at 1730.
Parent’s Night Out & Kid’s Night Out
November Giving Thanks
Thurs. Nov. 1st @ Dogue Creek
Wed. Nov. 7th
@ G. Washington
Fri. Nov. 9th
@ Vernondale Village
Wed. Nov. 14th
@ Fairfax Village
Tues. Nov. 20th
@ Lewis Village
Wed. Nov 28th
@ Woodlawn CC
December Winter Bliss
Wed. Dec. 5th
@ Dogue Creek
Fri. Dec. 7th
@ Fairfax Village
Tues. Dec. 11th
@ Lewis Village
Fri. Dec. 14th
@ Vernondale Village
Wed. Dec. 19th
@ Woodlawn CC
Fri. Dec 21st @ G. Washington
Staff from CYS Services will provide enrichment activi-
ties at the Fort Belvoir Com-munity Center. All events are free and take place be-
tween 1000-1200. Chil-dren and youth must be
accompanied by an adult. For more information
please call
805-1906.
Child, Youth & School Services On The Road
P A G E 7 I S S U E 1 1 , V E R S I O N 1
P A G E 8 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
Monday Level 3 Combo: Ballet/Tap, 3:00-4:00
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 5-6 *Must be 5 to enroll
Ballet Level 1, 4:00-5:00 Cost: $55 per month Ages: 6 & up
Jazz Level 2, 5:00-6:00 Cost: $55 per month Ages: 7 & up
Tuesday Level 1 Combo: Ballet/Creative Movement,
1:15-2:00 Cost: $45 per month Ages: 3-4
Level 2 Combo: Ballet, Tap & Jazz, 2:00-3:00
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 4-5 *Must be 4 to enroll
Level 2 Combo: Ballet, Tap & Jazz, 4:30-5:30
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 4-5 *Must be 4 to enroll Jazz Level 1, 5:30-6:30
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 6 & up Jazz Level 3, 5:30-6:30
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 8 & up
Wednesday Level 1 Combo: Ballet/Creative Movement,
4:15-5:00 Cost: $45 per month Ages; 3-4
Level 3 Combo: Ballet/Jazz, 5:00-6:00 Cost: $55 per month Ages: 5-6
*Must be 5 to enroll Ballet Level 2, 6:00-7:00
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 7 & up
Thursday Level 1 Combo: Ballet/Creative Movement,
10:15-11:00 Cost: $45 per month Ages: 3-4
Level 2 Combo: Ballet, Tap & Jazz, 11:00-12:00
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 4-5
*Must be 4 to enroll Tap Level 1, 5:30-6:15
Cost: $45 per month Ages: 6 & up Ballet Level 3, 6:15-7:15
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 8 & up
Saturday Level 1 Combo: Ballet/Creative Movement,
9:15-10:00 Cost: $45 per month Ages: 3-4
Level 2 Combo: Ballet, Tap & Jazz, 10:00-11:00
Cost: $55 per month Ages: 4-5 *Must be 4 to enroll
Level 3 Combo: Ballet/Tap, 11:00-12:00 Cost: $55 per month Ages: 5-6
*Must be 5 to enroll
Location: SKIES Dance Room unless otherwise noted.
Level changes will be at the discretion of the instructor.
C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S I S S U E 1 1 , V E R S I O N 1
Karate
Ages: 6-18 years
Cost: $55 per month
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Times: Beginners: 1830-1930
Advanced Belts 1930-2030
Location: School Age Center Gym
Lil Dragons Karate
Ages: 3-5 years
Cost: $40 per month
Day: Tuesdays
Times: 1815 or 1845
30 minute session
Location: SKIES Room @
School Age Center
Taekwondo Ages: 6-18 years
Cost: $55 per month
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: Beginners: 1815-1915
Advanced Belts 1915-2015
Summer Hours Beginning June 15th:
Times: Beginners: 1900-2000
Advanced Belts 2000-2100
Location: Youth Center
Saturday Sparring: 1000-1200
Location: Youth Center
Jujitsu
Ages: 6-18 years
Cost: $55 per month
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 1900-2000
Day: Saturdays
Time: 1000-1100
Location: School Age Center Gym
Junior Jujitsu
Ages: 3-5 years
Cost: $55 per month
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 1815-1900
Day: Saturdays
Time: 0915-1000
Location: School Age
Center Gym
While we strive to have up-to-date infor-
mation in our Newsletter, please be
aware that all classes, activities, sports
and other programs listed in the News-
letter are subject to change. Please call
703-806-0791 with any questions or visit
our website at www.belvoirmwr.com/cys
for more information.
N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 2 C H I L D , Y O U T H & S C H O O L S E R V I C E S
As each child learns at their own pace, Family Child Care providers offer a program that includes activities to support each child’s development and social skills. A daily schedule
offers a consistent routine and lesson plans which build upon the child strengths. Providers are encourage to take the chil-dren out to various on post ac-tivities such as bowling, story time at the library, community
Choosing child care is one of the most important decisions a parent makes for their children. Child care should fit a parent’s idea about parenting and learning, as well as their child care needs.
The Family Child Care program at Ft. Belvoir (FCC) offers a safe home like environment, profes-sionally trained providers, nutri-tious meals and snacks, smaller ratios, Creative Curriculum Standards of Learning and mul-tiple child care options that meet regular and mission readiness child care require-ments. FCC homes on and off post comply with Army regula-tions (AR 608-10) in reference to adult to child ratios, the USDA Food Program nutri-tional requirements and train-ing guidelines.
center offerings and educa-tional experiences with other providers. Parents are encour-aged to be a positive part of the child’s care experience and are welcome to visit their FCC programs during operating hours, go to Parent Advisory Board meetings and attend parent trainings and field trips.
For registration or enrollment information contact Erica Henry at 703-805-9135 or Par-ent Central Services at 703-805-1908.
Interested in long lasting port-able career? Become a Family Child Care Provider!
For more information, please contact the FCC Office at 703-805-9137/ 9134/9132/9135 or visit our website at http://belvoirmwr.com/Facilities/CYS/FamChildCare.php.
Family Child Care… Your child ’ s home away from home !
Fairfax County Public Schools Serving Fort Belvoir:
Fort Belvoir Elementary School
http://www.fcps.edu/FtBelvoirES/
Woodlawn Elementary School
http://www.fcps.edu/WoodlawnES
Whitman Middle School
http://www.fcps.edu/WhitmanMS/
Mount Vernon High School
http://www.fcps.edu/MtVernonHS/
The School Liaison Officers are
available to assist military Families
with transitions to the local schools.
Child, Youth and School Services
encourages parents to utilize these
services as we are dedicated to main-
taining a positive and productive re-
lationship between our Families and
the schools that serve them.
Wendy O’Sullivan Or Megan O’Day
School Liaison
(703)805-9119
School Support Services
Registration
Registration is required to participate in all CYS Services programs and activities.
Registration is FREE!
To help facilitate the registration process, please bring with you the following information:
3 local emergency contacts (other than parents)
Shot records
Physical (we can give you 30 days to bring this in)
LES/pay stubs (only needed for childcare)
Cash, Check, or Visa/MasterCard for program fees
For Sports programs the following is also required:
Birth certificate
Sports physical
To make an appointment or for more information on our programs and upcoming events please contact
Parent Central Services at (703) 805-1908.
FORT BELVOIR
We’re on the Web!
(https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/
webtrac/belvoircyms.html
Eligibility Requirements for CYS Services Programs
Open to current DOD Personnel- active duty, retirees (Sports & Youth Activities) and DOD civilians. Fort Belvoir CYS Services fees are on a sliding scale based on income. Multiple child discounts and 2
weeks vacation credit per year are also given. Note: retirees are only eligible for our sports and SKIES Unlimited programs.
Please call (703)805-1908 for more information.
CYS Services Youth Sports program is look-
ing for volunteers to help as Sports Coaches,
Assistant Coaches, as well as general volun-teers that could assist
with concessions, time clock, score keeping, etc.
Please call the Youth Sports Office for more
details at (703)805-
9138/9139/1257.
Reasons to become a substitute “Teacher” for
CYS Services:
Good Pay Get experience
CYS Services is a great place to work
No teaching experience needed
Have a positive impact in the lives of children Flexible work hours
Call (703)704-3032 for more information
Child, Youth & School Ser-vices is looking for volun-teers to help educate our
children by reading to them and encouraging in-terest in various activities such as cooking, sewing, woodworking, photogra-phy, painting etc. If you
have an interest or hobby that you would like to share with our youth,
please call Parent Central Services for details at
703-805-9117
Help Wanted Volunteers
needed
Sports volunteers
needed
Web-Trac is here!! All Child, Youth & School Services pay-ments can now be made online. By logging into the new Web-Trac site,
you can view your current billing and make payments on your account. If
you have not received your User Name and Password
please contact. [email protected]
