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Fort Bliss Child, Youth & School Services welcomes you into our community. It is our mission to provide affordable,
high-quality age-appropriate recreational and learning
programs that incorporate character building concepts through
activities and social interaction for all children. When
you enroll your children at Fort Bliss, you begin new
experiences and relationships. We have a responsibility to
protect the health, safety and well-being on your
child. Email Child, Youth & School Services here. Programs include:
To enroll
your child/youth, call Central Enrollment Office, Bldg 1743,
at 568-4374 to make an appointment. Email CYSS Outreach here.
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One-stop shopping for school information Pre-K thru 12TH grade.
Fort Bliss will host its annual Education Information Fair for all military families on Thursday, July 30, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Centennial Club, Bldg 11199 at East Bliss (Biggs Airfield).
The fair will allow parents to meet face-to-face with school administrators (Principals, Asst Principals and Counselors) and receive up-to-date school information. This is great opportunity for new military families to learn about the many school choices and school programs available in the El Paso/Fort Bliss area.
In addition, the El Paso School District will offer PRE-REGISTRATION to all NEW STUDENTS arriving to the El Paso/Fort Bliss area. Pre-Registration time - (8:30 am - 11:00 am). Needed documents are: Birth Certificate, Report Card, Withdrawal Slip, Transcripts from previous school, up-to-date Immunization Record, Special Education documentation (IEP's if applicable), proof of residence (housing orders or water/electricity utility bill) and Social Security Card.
Over one-hundred school entities will participate, to include all nine public school districts, parochial, private, home-school, charter as well as the Army Community Services, Region 19 Headstart, Advocacy Inc., and Fort Bliss Child Care programs. A representative from Childcare Management Services will be available to assist families with financial concerns regarding daycare.
For additional information on the Education Fair, please call the School Liaison Office at (915) 569-5064 or write to mary.a.avila@us.army.mil.
SKIESUnlimited offers a variety of programs of interest to children and teens. Classes include Dance, Martial Arts, Fashion Modeling, Academic Tutoring, SAT/ACT Prep, Academic Support, Tumbling Class, Piano, Swimming, and so much more!
View the Summer Brochures.
Participants must register with central registration to participate. Payment is due at time of registration in order to ensure placement in the class. Registration for classes opens from the 20th of the month prior to the 7th of the month you are enrolling for. Classes must have at lease 5 participants to take place, if not class will be cancelled and refund money will be placed on a household account. If you are interested in signing up or being put on a waiting list for any of the above classes please come to Bldg. 1743, Central Enrollment & Registration or call 569-7732.
Fort Bliss Child, Youth and School Services will sponsor the Summer Food Services Program through Aug. 21. Meals will be provided free of charge to children 1 through 18 years of age Monday through Friday at the following sites:
- Main CDC will serve breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Logan CDC will serve breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Main SAS will serve breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Logan SAS will serve snack from 3-4 p.m.
- The Middle School and Teen Center will serve lunch from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and snack from 3-4 p.m.
- Bldg. 449 will serve lunch from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 3-7.
- Kelly Park will host lunch and fun activities every Wednesday from June 17-Aug. 12. Activities will take place from 9:30-11 a.m. and lunch will be held from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
In accordance with federal law and USDA policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication and Compliance, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-0410 or call (202) 260-1026, (866) 632-9992 (toll free) or (202) 401-0216 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Come join in with your friends this summer for lots of fun and excitement at one of our two day camp locations! SAS will offer full-day structured and supervised activities during the summer break, June 8-Aug. 22. Camps are open to all CYSS children completing first through fifth grades in the 2008-09 school year. The fun begins daily at 8 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. with extended care hours from 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Both SAS sites – Main SAS, Bldg. 131, and Logan SAS, Bldg. 3505 – will offer field trips, tours, bowling, roller skating, computers, matinees, math and science exploration, tennis, cooking and craft projects, swimming, picnics, sports and a variety of 4-H projects. Fees are based upon total family income and can range from $29 to $91 a week or $18 a day. Ask about our 20 percent multiple child discount for siblings in regular care at either our CDC or SAS programs or with an FCC provider!
Children must be registered with Child, Youth and School Services before attending. Spaces are limited and advance payments are required. To make an appointment to register, call 568-4374. Walk-ins are accepted at Central Registration Office, located in the ITR facility, Bldg. 1743. You will need to bring with you the child’s shot records and physical forms, child’s birth certificate, your military ID and most recent LES. Child Development Services will offer a summer program for children who have completed kindergarten (rising first-graders), and Youth Services will offer a Middle School and Teen Summer Program for youth completing sixth grade and up in the 2008-2009 school year. For additional information on SAS, please all 568-7187; for YS programs, please call 568-KIDS; for CDS please call 568-5689; or visit us on blissmwr.com/cys .
"And on this day I am proud to announce you to the world as Graduates." View live from the Don Haskins Center, El Paso's 2009 graduation ceremonies. Log on to https://www.bliss.army.mil and watch live or archived ceremonies. Fort Bliss will stream the live video of the 2009 high school graduations that are being held at the Don Haskins Center. If you missed seeing your graduate cross the stage, the ceremonies will be archived and available for viewing at a later time. AKO log in is required.
Preparing your teen for college entrance exams? NFL Players have extended the availability of free SAT and ACT PowerPrep software. All active duty military service members, veterans, and their dependents who would like to receive this free eKnowledge SAT/ACT PowerPrep program should visit the new Web site www.eknowledge.com/military.
View the eligibility chart.
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
- 20% reduction in the cost of full/part time care and camps.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child, one per month, per deployment.
- Waive fees for 2 sports enrollments per deployment.
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, one per month, per deployment.
- Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per deployment.
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, one per month, per deployment.
- Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per deployment.
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.
- Category 1 fees for children/youth enrolled in regularly scheduled full/part day programs.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child, one per month, per deployment.
- 2 free team sports.
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 while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child, one per month, per deployment.
- 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.
Revised 02/19/09
Team Bliss Youth Sports is proud to offer a special Baseball Camp led by Nick Martin on July 14-16 for 8-13 year old boys and girls. Cost is $49 for each child.
This camp is for the serious player and will meet at the Omar Bradley field complex from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the designated camp dates. Camp size is limited to 50 children and each camper will receive Diablos T-shirts with their names on the back. Awards will be given at the end of the camp.
Your child must be a Child, Youth and School Services member, if not please register at Central Enrollment and Registration (call 568-4374 to make an appointment). Children must also have a current sports physical on file. The youth sports department can be reached at 568-2617 for additional information.
Family Child Care has a school-age homes opening for the summer. The ratio is one adult to eight school-age children. Five providers have space for full-time school-age children. Fees are assessed by category of registered children. Call 568-4374 to register and 568-4198 for Family Child Care. There are few infant spaces in FCC; however, military families may seek care with Army Child Care in your neighborhood by calling 838-3581.
Mickelsen Community Library hosts Read Me a Story for 2-5 year olds on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Family Story Time for 2-6 year olds on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Story hour consists of stories, songs and games, and simple crafts and usually lasts about one hour. Parents must remain with their children during story time. Mickelsen Community Library is located in the basement of Bldg 2E. Call 568-6156 for more information.
Every Saturday except those associated with a 4 day holiday weekend, Logan CDC is open. Saturday hours are 1:00 p.m. until midnight. All CYSS registered children from 4 weeks through 5th grade are eligible. The CDC provides wrap around services for the SAS youth. Children participate in a variety of age appropriate activities and are served snacks and dinner. Costs are based on the hourly rate per child. To ensure proper staffing, reservations are required and can be made at any CYSS program or calling the Logan CDC at 568-3989. Reservations can be made the same day by calling Logan CDC 568-3989.
Due to ongoing renovations at ACS, some classes may be held at the Fort Bliss Bowling Center (based on availability). Please contact ASC for location of classes by calling 568-1132.
Early Childhood Classes
Birth to 4 years old. 1-3 p.m. 7 weeks course, 2 hours every week. Please call 568-4878 for information and to register for the upcoming classes.
- 28 July
- 22 September
- 17 November
School Age/Teen Classes
Ages 5 and older 1-3 p.m. 7 week course, 2 hours every week. Please call 568-4878 for information and to register for the upcoming classes.
- 23 July
- 10 September
- 29 October
Healthy Kids Classes
Parents of children ages 0-6 year olds learn about nutrition, safety, and car seat safety.1-3 p.m. Please call 568-4878 for information and to register for the upcoming classes.
- 28 July & 4 August
- 22 & 29 September
- 17 & 24 November
Baby Care 101
One day class from 0900-1100 for expectant or new parents. Please call 568-4878 for information and to register for the upcoming classes.
- 7 July
- 4 August
- 8 September
- 6 October
- 3 November
- 8 December
Expectant Sibling Class
Children ages 3 to 8 years old learn how to hold, feed and play with a new baby. Please call 568-4878 for information and to register for the upcoming classes.
Playgroups
- Infant (4 months to 1 year old) - Tuesdays
- Toddlers (1 to 2 year olds) - Wednesdays
- Child (2 to 4 year olds) - Thursday
The groups meet every Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 568-4878 since locations vary.
Support Groups
- New Parents
- Blended Families
- Single Parents
Dates and Times tba, please call 568-4878 to register and for more information
Trans - Parenting
Class Focus is to establish co-parenting guidelines to help children with changes is living situations in new family structures and the needs of the children. 2009 Class dates:
- July 9
- August 13
- September 17
- October 8
Requirements: Visit www.uptoparents.org to complete the required paperwork before the class date. This class meets the divorce requirements of Texas and other states. Times are 9:00 a.m. to noon, call for class location and to register 568-1132 /7088.
Free child care is available for Parenting Classes. (Children must be registered with CYS and reservations must be made prior classes. Voucher for child care will be given after each class.)
View the eligibility chart.
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
- 20% reduction in the cost of full/part time care and camps.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child, one per month, per deployment.
- Waive fees for 2 sports enrollments per deployment.
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, one per month, per deployment.
- Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per deployment.
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, one per month, per deployment.
- Waive fees for 1 sports enrollment per deployment.
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.
- Category 1 fees for children/youth enrolled in regularly scheduled full/part day programs.
- SKIESUnlimited instructional classes are free while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child, one per month, per deployment.
- 2 free team sports.
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 while soldier is deployed, up to 4 classes per child, one per month, per deployment.
- 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.
Revised 02/19/09
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