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YOUTH SERVICES
School Age Services
The School Age Services (SAS) program provides before- and after-school care for school-age children in 1st through 5th grade with enriched, age-appropriate, child-centered activities. Fees are based on Total Family Income (TFI) and are due either monthly or bi-monthly. A summer program provides children with a variety of activities and field trips. The SAS program is accredited by the National AfterSchool Association (NAA).
The SAS/Youth Centers operating hours are Monday through Friday, 6:15 - 8:30 a.m. and 3 - 5:45 p.m. (during school); and Monday through Friday, 6:15 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. (during school days off, vacation breaks and the summer program).
Middle School/Teens
The Middle School and Teen (MS/T) program provides before and after school, evening and weekend options for children in 6th through 12th grades. Enriched age-appropriate activities are planned. A summer program provides a variety of activities and field trips.
Aberdeen Area Youth Services (AA YS) is located in Bldg 2522 and the phone numbers are 410-278-9061/4995. Edgewood Area Youth Services (EA YS) is located in Bldg E1902 and the phone numbers are 410-436-2862/2098.
The Youth Education Support Services (YESS) program is a key component of APG CYS. The YESS program is located in Building 2752, Room 200. The three main areas of support for military and civilian families who work at APG are: School Liaison services, Youth Education services, and Instructional Programs.
TEENSupreme Keystone Club
Keystoning is the Boys and Girls Club movement's most dynamic teen program. Keystone Clubs are chartered small-group leadership and service clubs for boys and girls ages 14-18 years. Keystoners elect officers and plan and implement their own activities in six areas: service to Aberdeen Youth Services and community, leadership development, education and career exploration, unity, free enterprise and social recreation. Keystone Club members and their advisors are eligible for nomination to steering committees which organize regional and national TEENSupreme Keystone Conferences attended by thousands of Keystoners each year. Members can join at any time.
Torch Club
Torch Clubs are chartered small-group leadership and service clubs for boys and girls ages 11-13 years, focusing on character development. A Torch Club is a powerful vehicle through which staff can help meet the special needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage in their development. Members learn to elect officers and work together to plan and implement activities in four areas: service to Aberdeen Youth Services and community, education, health and fitness, and social recreation. Members can join at any time.
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