The Child & Youth Sports and Fitness (CYSF) Program provides support for children 3-18 years of age to foster healthy and active life-long habits. Just some of the sports, fitness and health options offered are Start Smart programs for preschool-aged children, basketball and soccer for all ages, and many other sports-related activities in the after-school program. All CYSF coaches are trained and certified by the National Alliance of Youth Sports (NAYS). CYS registration and annual sports physical are required for participation.

Welcome to the Fort Detrick Child & Youth Services (CYS). We are happy that you have chosen our programs to assist you with your child care needs. We hope that together we can provide the nurturing, positive environment your child needs and deserves. Our goal is to assist each child by promoting his/her intellectual growth, physical ability, and social skills. We have the responsibility to provide a safe, healthy environment, enriching activities, and warm, loving care for every child enrolled in our programs.

We will strive to create a setting that enhances a child's self-concept and promotes a positive self-image. Under the regulatory guidance of AR 608-10, CYS programs are offered as a supplement to the family, not as a substitute. We therefore seek your involvement and welcome your comments and questions. Thank you for entrusting your child to our care. We are sincere in our commitment to offer a high quality, developmental program for each child.

Parent Central Services is here to help you get the required information for your child to be enrolled in Child & Youth Services (CYS). For your child to participate in any CYS program on Fort Detrick, he/she must be registered. We can help you get this accomplished when you stop by. Appointments are available and recommended. Please call Parent Central Services to schedule your appointment today.

Registrations will take place telephonically, Fort Detrick 301-619-7100, Forest Glen 301-319-5532

Welcome to the Fort Detrick Child & Youth Services (CYS). We are happy that you have chosen our programs to assist you with your child care needs. We hope that together we can provide the nurturing, positive environment your child needs and deserves. Our goal is to assist each child by promoting his/her intellectual growth, physical ability, and social skills. We have the responsibility to provide a safe, healthy environment, enriching activities, and warm, loving care for every child enrolled in our programs.

We will strive to create a setting that enhances a child's self-concept and promotes a positive self-image. Under the regulatory guidance of AR 608-10, CYS programs are offered as a supplement to the family, not as a substitute. We therefore seek your involvement and welcome your comments and questions. Thank you for entrusting your child to our care. We are sincere in our commitment to offer a high quality, developmental program for each child.

Parent Central Services is here to help you get the required information for your child to be enrolled in Child & Youth Services (CYS). For your child to participate in any CYS program on Fort Detrick, he/she must be registered. We can help you get this accomplished when you stop by. Appointments are available and recommended. Please call Parent Central Services to schedule your appointment today.

Registrations will take place telephonically, Fort Detrick 301-619-7100, Forest Glen 301-319-5532

We are happy to welcome you and your child into our School Age Centers (SAC). It is our mission of Fort Detrick SAC to promote quality of life by supporting Army readiness.

The Youth Center provides activities for youth typically in grades 6-12*. Through formal partnerships with nationally-recognized youth-serving organizations such as 4-H and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) youth have access to programs, standardized curricula, special events, camps, scholarships, and more. Computer labs and homework assistance are available at every Youth Center.

There are two components to the Youth Program:

• The Middle School Program is generally for youth in grades 6-8*
• The Teen Program is generally for youth in grades 9-12

The Youth Program is open after school, school closures and summer. Specialty camps and trips are held throughout the year. 

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* Based on school configuration