fort belvoir newsletter - february 2013
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Issue 02, Version 1
CYS SERVICES NEWSLETTER FORT BELVOIR
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3
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
Little League Enrollment Dates: Jan. 2nd—Mar. 8th Ages: 4-15 years Cost: $60 Season Runs: Apr-Jun
Girl’s Softball Enrollment Dates: Jan. 2nd—Mar. 8th Ages: 7-13 years Cost: $60 Season Runs: Apr-Jun
Spring Soccer Enrollment Dates: Jan. 14th—Mar 22nd
Ages: 5—12 years Cost: $55 Season Runs: Apr—Jun
Track & Field Enrollment Dates: Jan. 18th—Apr 12th
Ages: 5—18 years Cost: $55 Season Runs: Apr—Aug
Start Smart Soccer* Enrollment Dates: Feb 25th—Apr 12th Ages: 3 – 5 years Cost: $20 Classes Run: May-Jun
Start Smart Golf* Enrollment Dates: Feb 25th—Apr 12th Ages: 3 – 5 years Cost: $20 Classes Run: May-Jun
Start Smart Baseball* Enrollment Dates: Feb 25th—Apr 12th Ages: 3 – 5 years Cost: $20 Classes Run: May-Jun *Smart Start classes are designed to teach
the basic motor skills necessary to participate in organized sports
while working one-on-one with a parent .
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
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3 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 Feb 1 1600-1700 Stained Glass Hearts 1700-1800 Snow Globes 1800-1830 Buddy Lee Jump Rope Contest 1830-2030 Basketball "Around the World” Contest SAT Feb 2 1400-1500 Snow Globes 1500-1630 Valentines for Veterans 1500-1730 Roller Skating 1800-2000 Movie Night
SAT Feb 16 1300-1600 Girls’ Day Out!! Manicures, Baking, and Crafts!
1400-1530 Artistic
Techniques with Acrylics 1530-1630 Mardi Gras Masks 1700-1800 Twister Challenge 1800-2030 Movie Night FRI Feb 22 1600-1700 Watercolor Painting 1700-1900 Indoor Soccer 1900-2030 Basketball SAT Feb 23 1400-1530 Create your own art
1530-1630 Continuous Lines 1630-1800 Indoor Hockey 1800-2030 Movie Night
FRI Feb 8 1600-1700 Valentine's Day Scavenger Hunt 1700-1800 Crab Soccer 1800-1900 Friendship Box 1900-2030 Indoor Roller Hockey SAT Feb 9 1400-1500 Friendship Box 1700-1830 Kickball 1830-2130 Valentine’s Day Skate Party FRI Feb 15 1600-1700 Mardi Gras masks 1700-1900 Dodge-ball 1900-2030 Air Hockey Tourney!
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 installation while concurrently participating in work-
force preparation/career exploration workshops over a (12) twelve week
term. Terms occur during Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
Youth must complete the necessary application process and meet all pre-
requisites to be eligible for the program. For additional information
contact Wendy O’Sullivan, Hired! Program Coordinator, 703.805.4515
or visit the Fort Belvoir Youth Center.
Hired! Apprenticeship Program
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3 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:
February 9th
, 2013, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by February 8th
at 1730.
March 9th
, 2013, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by March 8th
at 1730.
Month of the Military Child **Only $5 per child**
April 13th
, 2013, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by April 12th
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:
February 9th
, 2013, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by February 6th
at 1730.
March 9th
, 2013, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by March 6th
at 1730.
Month of the Military Child **Only $5 per child**
April 13th
, 2013, 1700-2200
Reservations must be made by April 10th
at 1730.
Parent’s Night Out & Kid’s Night Out
February Peace & Love
Tues. Feb. 5th
@ Fairfax Village
Thurs. Feb. 7th
@ Lewis Village
Wed. Feb. 13th
@ Woodlawn
Fri. Feb. 15th
@ Vernondale Village
Tues. Feb 19th
@ G. Washington
Thurs. Feb. 21st @ Dogue Creek
March Bunny Time
Tues. Mar. 5th
@ Lewis Village
Wed. Mar 13th
@ Vernondale
Fri. Mar. 15th
@ Woodlawn
Tues. Mar. 19th
@ G. Washington
Thurs. Mar 21st @ Dogue Creek
Wed. Mar. 27th
@ Fairfax Village
Staff from CYS Services will provide enrichment
activities at the Housing Community Centers.
All events are free and take place between 1000-1200.
Children and youth must be accompanied by an adult.
For more information please call 805-1906.
Child, Youth & School Services On The Road
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
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 & Thursdays
Times: Beginners: 1830-1930
Advanced Belts 1930-2030
Location: Youth Center
Saturday Sparring: 1100-1200
Location: School Age Center Gym
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
Jr. Taekwondo Ages: 4-5 years
Cost: $50 per month
Thursdays Only
Time: 1815-1900
Location: Youth Center
While we strive to have up-to-date information in our Newsletter, please be aware
that all classes, activities, sports and other programs listed in the Newsletter are sub-
ject to change. Please call 703-805-1908 with any questions or visit our website at
www.belvoirmwr.com/cys for more information.
F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 3 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
703-805-1909
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]