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Youth Center

Our new state-of-the-art facility designed specifically for the youth population at Fort Sill features many amenities for youth to take advantage of learning benefits. 

*Youth Center Office opens at 11 a.m. daily (M-F) for parent convenience. (Doors may open later due to training, meetings, etc.)

The Youth Center (YC) follows the Lawton Public Schools (LPS) school calendar, opening 1 p.m. on days schools are closed.

Camps are offered during LPS breaks (Fall, Winter & Spring) 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Camps are based on DoD Fee Policy, registration is required for all camps.

 School Out Breaks
 Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer
 Monday-Thursday    7 a.m.–1 p.m. (CYSS Fee-Based Camp) 
 1 p.m.–6 p.m
 Friday  1 p.m.–8 p.m.
 Saturday  Closed

 

Home-Alone Policy

Fort Sill Out-of-School Home-Alone Policy

 

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STEM Center

STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. The Fort Sill Stem Center is located at the Youth Center and for CYS registered children between the ages of 11 to 18 and specifically designed to provide them hands-on experience in STEM related skills. The STEM Center allows youth to discover all the possible educational opportunities waiting for them in the near future. Most of all we want our children to get creative and have fun!

  • .Technology Lab/Wacom Interactive Tablets
  • Robotics Work Center
  • 3D Prints
  • Gaming Consols and More

"The program helps youths to develop needed life skills, create interest in advancing technology, and reach life goals beyond what they may have previously believed possible."

 Miranda Daniel, Fort Sill Youth Center Director

 

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    Photo Credit: Justin Bruffett

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    Photo Credit: Justin Bruffett

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Registration/Program Fees/Snacks and Meals
  • FREE registration for eligible youth in grades 6-12 can be processed at the Fort Sill Youth Center, Bldg. 1010, +1 (580)442-6745 or at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 4700, +1 (580)442-3486.
  • FREE program access of the Youth Center, with the exception of: Break Camps (Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer), and some Special Events/Field Trips. Fees vary on the scope of the activity.
  • FREE USDA snacks are provided daily during afternoon programming throughout the year. FREE breakfast and lunch are also provided during break camps.
  • The center is available to all authorized Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation patrons including Active Duty Military, Retired Military, National Guard and Reserves, DoD Civilian Employees and non-DoD Contracted Employees who work on Fort Sill.
Give Youth the Advantage

Art

  • Poster Printer
  • Photoshop Elements
  • DSLR Cameras
  • Create through canvas or clay
  • Evolve through critique and competitions

 Technology

  • Internet Access
  • Gaming Consoles
  • Wall Projector
  • Computer Lab
  • Research the Latest Tech

Academics

  • Scholarship Search
  • Resume Writing
  • Tutors for Guidance
  • Boys & Girls Club of America
  • Homework Center
  • Locally Used Textbooks 

Music

  • Speakers, Amps and Guitar
  • Soundproof Recording Studio
  • Music Software Mix
  • Keyboard Available
  • Bring your Instruments to Practice

 Sports

  • Full Size Basketball Court
  • Rock Climbing Wall
  • 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
  • Dodgeball
  • Tennis Courts
  • Golf Practice Area 

 

 

 

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More Child & Youth Services

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CYS Teen Functional Fitness

Open to CYS registered youth in grades 6th - 12th.

Mar 19 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
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Easter Egg Extravaganza

Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Extravaganza and Celebration at Butner/Cowan Field!

Mar 30 11 am - 1 pm

CYS Babysitting Training Course

Participants will learn basic childcare skills and become CPR/First Aid certified. 

May 22 9 am - 1 pm
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CYS Babysitting Training Course

Participants will learn basic childcare skills and become CPR/First Aid certified. 

May 22 9 am - 1 pm
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