Experience "a day in the life" of a Soldier at Freedom Camp 2008! This wonderful camp is planned for children ages 7 to 18, of Soldiers who are currently deployed, have returned from deployment within the last seven months, or will deploy within the next seven months.
For teens, ages 13-18, this is a three day overnight camp beginning at 8am, Thursday, June 19, and ending at 5pm, Saturday, June 21. Pre-teens, ages 7-12, will experience day camp activities on Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21 from 8am-5pm each day. Deadline to register is Friday, June 6.
Registration packets and instructions may be downloaded on www.blissmwr.com/freedomcamp/ or you may pick one up at CYS Central Registration. There is a $10 registration fee per family. A limited number of scholarships are available. Space is also limited, so register now! For more information, call 568-9306/569-7732.
Mickelsen Library and Army MWR Team Up With American Girl Book Series From May 1-June 30, authorized Army MWR patrons ages 6-16 are invited to visit Mickelsen Library to check out the Kit Kittredge book display and to learn more about how they can win a $1,000 shopping spree at the nearest American Girl store location or a set of Kit Kittredge: An American Girl books. For more information visit the Mickelsen Library, Bldg. 2 or call 568-6156/1491.
"Super Awesome Saturday's" at Logan SAS has changed their hours of operation as of May 3. New hours will be from 3 to 10 p.m. During our summer full-day camp months of June, July & August, we will limit our Saturday openings to pay-day weekends:
- 14 June
- 19 July
- 2 August
- 16 August
This FREE Saturday program includes a nutritious dinner and evening snack; is open to CYS registered school-age children with an active SAS pass and requires reservations to hold down costs associated with staffing. Community Service and long-term projects will be the focus in programming, however, many other choices and more field trips will be offered to engage and explore children's interests during the new opening hours.
Call 569-5779 or 568-7187 for SAS reservations. Reservations are required as there will be no guaranteed space without a reservation. For more information on SAS programs contact the SAS Coordinator at 568-0834.
Registration for Volleyball, Youth ages 8-15, will continue thru June 6. Youth must be registered with Ft. Bliss CYS and have a current sports physical on file by June 13th. Cost is $30 for the 1st child and $25 for each additional child. Since this is a competitive league the 50% participation rule is not in effect. Parents, please note, you must attend sportsmanship class before your child is able to participate in the city league. The class fee will be $5 and the time a date of the class is yet to be determined. For more information call the youth sports department at 568-2671.
Registration for age groups 8/9 and 10/11 will continue thru June 20 for the tackle football season. Youth must be registered with Ft. Bliss CYS and have a current sports physical on file by June 27. Cost is $60 for the 1st child and $55 for each additional child. Since this is a competitive league the 50% participation rule is not in effect. Parents, please note, you must attend sportsmanship class before your child is able to participate in the city league. The class fee will be $5 and the time a date of the class is yet to be determined. For more information call the youth sports department at 568-2671.
If you are looking to spend some time this upcoming summer making a difference in a child’s life, this opportunity might be just for you!
Fort Bliss Freedom Camp is looking for youth ages 13 and older and adults that would like to volunteer their time this summer helping out at a fun and exciting camp! Freedom Camp will be held June 19-21 at Biggs Army Airfield. Camp Counselors must attend a mandatory training held June 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Centennial Club, Biggs Army Airfield. All interested candidates must register through the Installation Volunteer Coordinator no later than May 15. If this sounds like you, contact the Installation Volunteer Coordinator at 568-1132 or tephanie.hopper1@us.army.mil. The volunteer package can be downloaded at http://www.blissmwr.com/freedomcamp/
Do you have what it takes to be a leader? We want to hear from you. Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Corps and YESS will be hosting a leadership training for youth from grades 9-12 on June 12-13 at Balfour Beatty's Military Housing, 1991 Marshall Road (formerly known as GMH). The leadership training will be based on the Points of Lights Youth Leadership Institute, a nationwide curriculum which focuses on teambuilding, diversity, communication, leadership development, and community service. Applications can be retrieved from ACS, Bldg. 2494 Ricker Road or here. Deadline for submission is May 15. For questions or more information please contact the Fort Bliss Army Volunteer Coordinator at 568-1132.
Join the Mickelsen Community Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Catch a Dragon by the Tale”, and untold adventures will await you!
Summer is the perfect time for children to nurture their imagination by learning to read for enjoyment. Children between the ages of 2 and 12 are eligible to hunt for dragons this summer. Parents are welcome to come and familiarize themselves with the post library and participate with their children in the program. Registration for the program begins May 17 and continues through July 19. Everyone who registers will receive a coloring book filled with dragons, knights, and princesses. Additionally, we will conduct a “Count the Dragon’s Jewels” contest throughout the summer with a prize for the participant who guesses closest to the actual number of dragons jewels.
Reading begins Tuesday, June 3 and continues through Saturday, August 2. Each child will come to the library and check out the books he or she would like to read. They will take them home, and read them at their own pace. When they return the books to the library, they will record the titles read on a reading record kept at the library. Depending on the child’s age, they will earn a sticker to place on the reading record for every two to five books that have been read.
On August 9, there will be an awards ceremony and party for all the participants. Each child who participates in the reading program will receive a goody bag of surprises. Children who read at least 10 books will qualify for a certificate, and the top three readers in the four age groups will receive special prizes. So get ready for a summer full of fun and fantasy! Come to the Mickelsen Community Library in the basement of Wing E, Building 2 or call 568-6156 for more information.
The Fort Bliss Bowling Center and George V, Underwood Golf Complex are offering special discounts on services. The Bowling Center is offering a $1 discount on up to three games of bowling in one day. This discount is available Wednesday and Thursday. The Underwood Golf Complex is offering a $10 discount on daily green fees and lessons. This is also available on Wednesday and Thursday. For more information, contact the Bowling Center at 568-6272/1685 and the Golf Complex at 562-206 or 568-1273.
Replica Aquatic Center hours are: Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Open swim is available daily from 1 p.m. until closing. The pool offers a variety of swim classes as well as private sessions.
Patrons, including Active Duty, family members, DA civilians, and NAF employees may swim and participate in water aerobics for FREE. Guests are $2 per person.
For more information, the Replica Aquatic Center at 568-7431.
Fort Bliss CYS presents the 1st Annual Greg Foster/Hero Sports Camp. This basketball camp is open to children ages 8-14 and will be held June 23-26 from 8 am-12 noon. The cost is only $25 and will cover all 4 days of camp. Greg Foster is a former basketball player for UTEP and was also a member of the 2001 Los Angeles Lakers NBA Championship Team. Camp is limited to the first 120 kids and will feature an autograph session with Greg Foster and friends. Register at any Child & Youth Service Building For additional information call 568-2617.
Effective 10 Dec 07 (Formerly GWOT Discounts)
For family members of deployed sponsors (considered Mission Level 1) serving in a war zone or in support of the Global War on Terrorism, you can receive the following discounts (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):
- Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
- Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
- 16 hours a month of free child care per child 30 days before deployment thru 60 days after deployment
- Cost of hourly care will be $2.00 per hour per child.
- 20% reduction in the cost of full/part time care and camps.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 8 classes per child per year.
- Waive fees for 2 sports enrollments per year.
For family members of sponsors who are on an unaccompanied PCS, a TCS or a TDY for 90-179 days (considered Mission Level 2), you can receive the following discounts (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):
- Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
- Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
- 16 hours a month of free child care during designated eligible period (length of time sponsor is PCS, TCS or TDY)
- Cost of hourly care will be $2.00 per hour per child.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child per year.
- Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per year.
For family members of sponsors who are part of the Rear Detachment (as identified on Rear D/Personnel Availability Report) (considered Mission Level 3), you can receive the following discounts (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):
- Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 5 hours of free child care.
- Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 5 hours of free child care.
- 5 hours a month of free child care during support of designated mission
- Cost of hourly care will be $2.00 per hour per child.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child per year.
- Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per year.
Copy of soldier's orders for Mission Level 1, 2 and 3 must be given to Central Enrollment and Registration (CER), Bldg 1743, to establish eligibility.
Family members of Wounded Warriors will receive the following (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):
- Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
- Free child care during FRG meetings this does not count against 16 hours of free child care.
- 16 hours a month of free child care during designated eligible period (length of time sponsor is AW2 or WT)
- Hourly care fees reduced to $2.00.
- Unlimited free hourly care for medical appointments (medical appointment slip must be provided).
- Category 1 fees for children/youth enrolled in regularly scheduled full/part day programs.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free up to 8 per child per year.
- 2 free team sports per year.
Present Wounded Warrior card to CER, Bldg 1743 to enroll for benefits.
Family members of Fallen Warriors will receive the following (IMCOM EXORD 08-002 - 15 NOV 07, Subject: Operationalizing the Army Family Covenant):
- 16 hours a month of free child care during designated eligible period
- Hourly care fees reduced to $2.00.
- 40 hours for bereavement respite child care from the time of notification continuing for 4 weeks after burial.
- Category 1 fees for children/youth enrolled in regularly scheduled full/part day programs.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free up to 8 per child per year.
- 2 free team sports per year.
Provide appropriate supporting documentation to CER in Bldg 1743.
All patrons eligible to use Army Child and Youth Services will receive registration and re-registration at no cost. All CYS patrons will receive free hourly care to attend Memorial Services for Fallen Warriors.
All classes are held at ACS, Bld. 2494
Early childhood Classes
1-3 p.m. *6 weeks course, 2 hours every week
School Age/Teen Classes
1-3 p.m. *6 weeks course, 2 hours every week
Healthy Kids Classes
Parents of children ages 0-6 year olds learn about nutrition, safety, and car seat safety.
1-3 p.m. *2 weeks course, 2 hours per week
- May 14
- August 14
- November 12
Baby Care 101
1-3 p.m.
- July 11
- September 5
- November 7
Expectant Sibling Class
Children ages 3 to 8 years old learn how to hold, feed and play with a new baby.
- May 14- 6-7:30 p.m.
- July 16- 1-3 p.m.
- October 7- 6-7:30 p.m.
Playgroup
Ages 18 months to 4 years
The group meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 568-4878 since locations vary.
Free child care is available for Parenting and Healthy Kids Classes. (Children must be registered with CYS and reservations must be made prior classes. Voucher for child care will be given after each class.)
