Instructional Programs
for Ages 2-18
October—December 2013
SKIESUnlimited General Information
Registration All youth enrolling in any SKIES programs MUST be current CYS Services
members. Participation in classes will be denied if registration is not current,
with no reimbursement for paid programs. There is no fee for enrollment, but
this must be updated every year (registration will expire after one year, and
youth will be denied access to the programs until registration is updated).
Application packets can be picked up from Parent Central Services at Clark
Hall or on the web at www.drummwr.com .
Youth must carry their enrollment key FOBS with them to sign in to and out
of our programs. Youth in grades 6-12 may sign themselves in and out of
our programs. School Age students must have a parent sign them in and
out. For more information on CYS Services, please contact Parent Central
Services at 772-8675.
Enrollment in Classes and Programs Youth must enroll in programs and classes prior to the registration deadline
date. All fees must be paid at the time of enrollment. Programs that
are billed montly will be billed on the 15th or each month for the upcoming
month. All billed fees must be paid by the 1st of the month for the
student to participate. If fees are not paid by the 1st, the student will not
be able to participate in class and will be removed from the class roster.
Disenrollment All youth MUST be disenrolled from each monthly program they are
registered in where charges are billed automatically. Charges do continue
for each space occupied until a disenrollment form is submitted, and parents
will be responsible for paying the bills. Programs needing disenrollment
forms include gymnastics, taekwondo, and may include others - please
confirm at the time of registration. Please submit forms to our office at
10799 N. Riva RidgeLoop.
Payments... Can be made at our office, any Child Care or Youth facility, or at Parent
Central Services. Ensure the staff make the payment toward your SKIES
program bill.
If you are choosing to use the Army Family Covenant to pay for any of
the monthly billed SKIES programs, PLEASE contact our office after
the 15th of each month so we can ensure your payment is processed.
AFC benefits will pay out any one-time fees when enrollment is
completed (up to the limit set). Parents are responsible for any bills
remaining after the benefits have been applied.
You can also do business with CYS Services on-line! Make appointments
with Parent Central Services, pay your outstanding balances, sign up for
most of the programs offered by SKIES, access registration forms, reprint
receipts, and print childcare statements for taxes. Simply go to
www.drummwr.com & click on the link near the top left side of the page.
Visit or call Parent Central Services if you need assistance or a login name
and password (772-8675).
For More Information…
about any of the classes listed, please contact our office at 772-0629 during
the afternoon hours. You may also visit our center for answers to your
questions.
Programs are subject to change based on the mission of the facility,
programs, and Fort Drum. Once our building renovations are
complete, we will be adjusting programs so we can move
back in. All the changes and building renovation
updates will be posted on our Facebook page! In the
search line, type in “Fort Drum Skies Unlimited” for the
most up-to-date information!
Pottery & Ceramics
Clay 101 – Open to students in grades K-12. Clay
101 is an introduction to clay using hand-building tech-
niques. Each student is required to take this class to
learn the very basics in using clay and all the machines
in the pottery area.
Class fee is $5, and needs to be taken only once.
Wednesdays - Time: 4:15-5 pm. Registration
deadline is one week prior to class.
Held at 10745 Enduring Freedom Drive, at the
Memorial Child Development Center.
Clay - Hand-Building Classes (Clay 101 required upon enrollment in classes)
Classes will consist of an assortment of projects that make up the beginning stages
of hand-building with clay. Each class consists of construction of the project and
glazing. Students will be able to take the piece home after it has been fired
(students will be notified when pieces are ready). Ceramic pieces completed by
students will be eligible for showing in local art
exhibits.
Cost is $15 per class, and includes clay, glazing
and firing. Registration deadline is one week prior
to the class date.
Grades K-12 - Wednesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Held at 10745 Enduring Freedom Drive, at the
Memorial Child Development Center.
Clay – Open Studio Will return when we move back into our facility at 10790 Chapel Drive.
Students who have a clay card now—please call our office to arrange times and days
that the card can be used. Time will be extended on cards already issued because of
the renovation confusion.
Martial Arts $70 per month Grades 1-12 Taekwondo classes from Tehonica’s Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy from the
Watertown area.
Classes meet twice a week - Tuesday & Thursday evenings.
Times: White Belts - 6:00-6:45 pm
Yellow Belts - 6:45-7:30 pm
Green, Blue, Red, Black Belts - 7:30-8:15 pm
Once enrolled, monthly fees are billed at $70.00 per
student and must be paid by the 1st of each month.
Billing is on the 15th of the current month, and is
for the upcoming month’s program. Bills not paid
by the 1st will result in students being removed
from class.
Uniform fee is due to the instructor at the first class.
Youth are also encouraged to take
part in the Martial Arts Competitions
that are held throughout the year.
Participation in competitions is voluntary.
All classes are held at the Riva Ridge Center,
10799 N. Riva Ridge Loop.
Disenrollment forms are required for withdrawal from
this program.
Gymnastics and Tumbling
All classes are MONTHLY. Youth must be enrolled each month if they wish to continue with classes. Classes to fill quickly, so enroll early. All classes are held at Riva Ridge Center, 10799 N. Riva Ridge Loop.
Gymminy Crickets $35 month Ages 3-5
Parent/Tot class for ages 3-4. Parents will
work with their children to help teach
them the fundamentals of tumbling while
developing their coordination, strength,
agility, balance and self-confidence.
Parents are required to work with their
children on the mats - please dress
comfortably. There are no
accommodations for siblings, so please
make other arrangements for them.
Enroll for a specific day and time each month.
Mondays - 5-5:30 pm; Tuesdays - 1:30-2 pm; Wednesdays - 12:30-1
Gym Mites $35 month Ages 4-5 Preschool program for ages 4-5. This class lays the
groundwork for gymnastics progressions while
introducing basic gymnastics skills on the floor and the
balance beam. Parent waiting area is available.
Enroll for a specific day and time each month.
Tuesdays - 1:00-1:30 pm; 2:30-3 pm; OR
5:00-5:30 pm
Wednesdays - 2:30-3:00 pm; OR 5-5:30 pm
Registration deadline for Gymminy Crickets and the
Gym Mites is the 28th of the current month for the next
month’s programs.
Gymnastics $40 month Ages 5 & up
Beginner gymnastics class for students entering into the sport. Students will learn
the basics in tumbling, vault, and balance beam. Crickets and Mites entering the
program will continue to progress and work
on strength and form.
Parent waiting area is available.
Enroll for a specific day and time each
month.
Mondays - 5:30-6:30 pm;
OR 6:30-7:30 pm
Wednesdays - 5:30-6:30 pm;
OR 6:30-7:30 pm
Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.
Creative Movement Dance $20 per month Ages 3-5 Dance classes for tots and preschoolers to teach the basics in beginning dance.
Students will work with music to develop their large motor skills, and work with
rhythm and beats.
Tuesdays, Fee $20 per student per month.
3 year olds - 5:00-5:30 pm
4 year olds - 5:45-6:15 pm
5 year olds - 6:30-7:00 pm
Parents must remain in the facility during classes.
Register by the 28th of the current month for the
next month’s program. Held at the 10799 N. Riva Ridge Center.
Kids in Motion $20 month Ages 2 & 3
Designed for toddlers to help them with
coordination, motor development, following
directions, and playing with other children the
same age. Program mixes activities that utilize
music, dance, athletic skills and tumbling.
Parents are required to work with their children
on the mats - please dress comfortably. There
are no accommodations for siblings, so please
make other arrangements for them.
Mondays, Time: 4:15-4:45 pm
Tuesdays, Time: 11:15-11:45 am; 11:45-12:15 pm; OR 3:15-3:45 pm
Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.
All classes will be held at the Riva Ridge Center, 10799 N. Riva Ridge Loop.
ART CLASSES $25-$30 Ages 8 or 10 & up
Held at 10799 N. Riva Ridge Center
Painting - Classes will teach basic concepts in the specified
paint each class. Students will work with strokes, blending,
color and form. Ages 8 & up.
Mondays, October 7, 21 & 28. Cost: $25.00, includes all
supplies.
Register by 30 September.
Native Jewelry - Learn the basics of jewelry-making in these
introductory classes. Students will make a simple projects while
learning basic techniques. Ages 10 & up.
Mondays, November 4, 18 & 25. Cost: $30.00, includes all
supplies.
Register by 28 October.
Babysitting & CPR/First Aid For Ages 12 & up Babysitting and Red Cross CPR & First Aid will help train youth to be responsible
babysitters. Youth must attend all sessions if complete
certification is sought. No fee for this program.
Classes will be held on Fridays from 5:00-8:30 pm AND
Saturdays from 9:15 am-4:00 pm. Attendance at both classes
is required for the full babysitting certification.
October 11 & 12 - Register by 2 October.
November 15 & 16 - Register by 6 November.
All classes will be held at the 10799 N. Riva Ridge Building.
Registration deadlines listed above will determine whether a
class will take place or not. If you miss the deadline, please
call our office to see if there is a class taking place and if there is room available.
Parents must call if youth cannot make a class they are registered for - if youth do
not show up for classes, they will not be allowed to register again.
All About Theater $35 month Ages 6 & up
Classes are designed to help develop skills needed by all ages
to perform on the stage. Each week students will utilize charades,
karaoke, skits, and vocal activities to develop their stage presence.
Month-long program—can be repeated as often as students like as
each week will focus on different skills. Register by 28 August.
Thursdays, 5-7 pm.
October 3, 10 17 & 24
November 7, 14 & 21 (Fee: $30)
Sewing Classes Required Classes—Sewing 101 & 102
All classes are held at the 10745 Enduring Freedom Drive, Memorial Child
Development Center.
Sewing 101 - Hand Sewing $6 Ages 6 & up (Required class for all other sewing classes).
Hand sewing techniques are used at all levels of sewing. Students learn basic stitches
that they will use in many of the sewing classes offered.
Students will make one project while learning the stitches.
Fridays, Choose date—only one class date is required.
4 October, 25 October, 1 November, 22 November;
Time 5-6:30 pm.
Registration deadline is one week prior to class date.
Sewing 102 - Machine Sewing $6 Ages 6 & up
(Required class for all other sewing classes).
Learn how to use the sewing machines we will be utilizing in all our Sewing Classes.
Students will be instructed on proper use of a machine, how to fix tension, thread
machines, roll bobbins, and set stitching features.
Fridays, Choose date—only one class date
is required.
4 October, 25 October, 1 November,
22 November; Time 5-6:30 pm.
Registration deadline is one week prior to class date.
Sew-Kool Club PREREQUISITE: Sewing 101 AND Sewing 102.
Enjoy a casual learning environment as we hand-sew, cut fabrics, make sewn crafts,
and use sewing machines. Students work at their pace on projects of their choosing—
staff are available to assist as needed. Some supplies may need to be purchased by the
students.
AGES 6-18—Wednesdays, 5:30-7 pm, Cost $35 per
month.
Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for
the next month’s program. Classes held at the Memorial
Child Development Center.
Sewing Classes Will resume when we are finally back in our newly renovated building. Classes will
include the following:
Tote Bags Hair Scrunchies
Pillow Cases Quilt Blocks
Doll Clothes Stuffed Animals
Pajama Bottoms Play Mats
Holiday Items Fabric Trays
Hats Fabric Coasters
Fabric Jewelry Bookmarks
AND MUCH MORE!!!!
Office and Main Classroom Information: Our building is being renovated this quarter...
SKIESUnlimited & Youth Sports
Office Hours: Monday through Friday
11:30-4:30 pm We will be located at 10790 Chapel Drive.
Telephone: 315-772-0629
Tumbling, Gymnastics, Kids in Motion, and Taekwondo Classes are held at:
Riva Ridge Center, 10799 N. Riva Ridge Loop. Our temporary Office Location is here!!!
SKIESUnlimited Website Information: www.drummwr.com
https://www.facebook.com/FortDrumSkies
The SKIES program and classes will not be open on the following dates:
Friday, 11 October Monday, 14 October
Monday, 11 November
Thursday, 28 November
December 24, 25 & 31 To Err is Human… Although the CYSS staff works hard to ensure each program guide is free from errors, there are times when errors in dates, times, rates or registration information do occur. We will do everything possible to correct such errors, and we thank you for your patience and understanding when these issues arise.
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