Child And Youth Programs

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Child Development Centers

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Provide quality child development programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years in 133 centers worldwide.

Question 1

CYP

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Navy Child and Youth Programs

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Child Development Homes

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Offer quality care in a loving, learning home environment for children ages 4 weeks to 12 years. The flexible hours, 24/7 care, low child-to-adult ratios and convenient locations make this a viable option for families whose “normal” workday.

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School-Age Care Programs

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Provide quality before and after-school programs and camps for children ages 6 to 12 years in 86 centers worldwide.

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Youth and Teen Programs

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Offer developmental and recreational programs that provide a safe place to learn and grow - all while having fun. CYP operates 103 Youth Centers worldwide and all programs are affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club of America and 4-H.

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Child and Youth Education Services

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Preparing schools and installations to respond confidently to the complexities of transition and deployment. Families are provided the assurance that their children’s academic well-being is a Navy priority.

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How to apply for child care?

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Parents can apply for child care online from anywhere in the world by submitting an online request for care (RFC).

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Eligibility

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Developmental child care and youth recreational programs are available to all active-duty military, activated Reservists and National Guardsmen, DoD civilian personnel and DoD contractors. Youth recreational programs are also available to military retirees and DoD civilian retirees.

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Affordability of child care

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Offers affordable care based on household income.

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School Liaison Officer Program

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Primary point of contact between the military installation and the local school administration.

Supporting families with inbound/outbound school transfers;
Providing information on local schools and boundaries;
Assisting with school choice;
Helping families understand the special education process;
Providing information about graduation requirements;
Making military and community agency referrals;
Supporting families with the home schooling process; and
Assisting with post-secondary preparation.