Office and Main Classroom Information:

We are located at 10790 Chapel Drive. Telephone: 315-772-0629

Tumbling, Kids in Motion, and Taekwondo Classes are held at:

Riva Ridge Center. 10799 N Riva Ridge Loop.

Website Information: www.drummwr.com

https://www.facebook.com/FortDrumSkies

The SKIES program and classes will not be open on the following dates:

Monday, 3 September Monday, 8 October

Monday 12 November Thursday, 22 November Tuesday, 25 December

Program

Information

September—December

2012

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 programs at the Youth

Center can sign themselves in and out of our programs – ALL OTHER students

must have their parents sign them in and out (School age and younger)!

For more information on CYS Services, please contact Parent Central Services at

772-8675.

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 10790 Chapel Drive.

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).

Babysitting & CPR $65 For Ages 12 & up

Babysitting and Red Cross CPR & First Aid will help train youth to be responsible

babysitters. Youth must attend both sessions if complete certification is sought, but

may wish to attend just one piece if that is what they need. The fee must be paid re-

gardless of registering for both classes or just part of the class.

November 3rd & 10th, Register by October 30th.

Times for 3rd—8:30am to 3:30pm, Time for 10th—10am to 3:30pm .

Cost: $65.00 per student.

Both classes will be held at the SKIES classroom, 10790 Chapel Drive.

Programs with the McEwen Library...

Look for October Halloween Programs and December Holiday Pro-

grams…... like the Pumpkin Derby and Handmade

Holiday. Contact the McEwen Library for specific program informa-

tion, and any programs that SKIES links up with will be posted

on our Facebook site.

Be sure to check out all the other programs that the

McEwen Library has to offer!!

CYSS Teen & Sports Office and programs The Sports Office and programs will be moving into the same facility

SKIES is in...10790 Chapel Drive. The Teen Center will be moving

next door into the newly constructed facility.

Look for both programs to move sometime early this fall, and soon all

our programs will be in close proximity again.

The SKIES program will also undergo some changes - we will be

expanding our pottery and ceramics area as soon as possible,

so look for additional programs once all the moves and

construction are complete!!

Martial Arts Program Grades 1-12

Taekwondo classes from Tehonica’s Taekwondo & Hapkido Academy.

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

Monthly fees are $70.00 per student. Fees must be paid by the 5th of each month.

All classes are held at the Riva Ridge Center, 10799 N. Riva Ridge Loop.

Disenrollment forms are required for

withdrawal from this program.

All About Theater Ages 6 & up

Theater workshops are designed to help develop skills needed to perform on the stage.

Each week students will utilize charades, karaoke, skits, and vocal activities to de-

velop their stage presence. Month-long program—can be repeated as often as stu-

dents like—each week will focus on different skills.

Theater group meets every Wednesday during the month from 6-7:30 pm.

September 12, 19 & 26; Cost is $30.00 per student.

October 3, 10, 17 & 24; Cost is $40.00 per student. (No class 31 October)

November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost is $40.00 per student.

December 5, 12 & 19; Cost is $30.00 per student.

Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month

for the next month’s program.

Held at the SKIES Classroom, 10790 Chapel Drive.

For More Information…

about any of the classes listed, please contact our office at 772-0629. Programs

are subject to change based on the mission of the facility, programs, and Fort

Drum.

Also look for our program information on Facebook! In the search line, type in

―Fort Drum Skies Unlimited‖ for more up-to-date information!

Programs………………

Kids in the Kitchen Ages 8-14

Learn new recipes for the special holidays and for everyday after school.

Youth will learn about nutrition, measurements, cutting and chopping, and

following recipes. They also get to eat everything they make!

Mondays, Ages 8-14, meet from 5-6:30 pm.

September 10, 17 & 24—Cost $30 per student

October 1, 15, 22 & 29—Cost $35 per student

November 5, 19 & 26—Cost $30 per student

December 3, 10 & 17—Cost $30 per student

Register by the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.

Program will be held at the SKIES Classroom,

10790 Chapel Drive.

Coming in January….

―Teens in the Kitchen‖—to be held in the

new Youth Center’s Demo Kitchen.

Look for class information in the next

program booklet!!!

Sewing Classes

Required Classes—

Sewing 101 - Hand Sewing Introduction $6 Ages 6 & up

Hand Sewing Skills (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 pro-

ject while learning the stitches.

Fridays from 5-6 pm; Register by Wednesday prior to each class.

Sewing 201 - Machine Introduction $6 Ages 6 & up

Machine Sewing (Required class for all other sewing classes)

Learn how to use the sewing machines we will be utilizing in all our Level 200 Sew-

ing Classes. Students will be instructed on proper use of a machine, how to fix ten-

sion, thread machines, roll bobbins, and set stitching features.

Fridays from 6-7:30 pm; Register by Wednesday prior to each class.

Sew-Kool Sewing Club Ages 8 & up

PREREQUISITE: Sewing 101 AND

Sewing 201.

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. Classes will be on Thursdays

each month, Time 5:30-7 pm.

September 13, 20 & 27; Cost $30 per student.

October 4, 11, 18 & 25; Cost $38 per student.

November 1, 8, 15 & 29; Cost $38 per student.

December 6, 13 & 20; Cost $30 per student.

Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.

Clay—Wheel Throwing Classes Grades 6-12 (Clay 101 and 201 is required upon enrollment in classes)

Classes will teach the fundamentals of clay wedging, wheel centering, and wheel

throwing. Sessions are month-long, and students can register for consecutive ses-

sions to continue to work on their wheel skills. Students will be able to bring all

work completed home after firing (students will be notified when pieces are ready).

Pottery pieces completed by students will be eligible to show in local art exhibits.

Wednesdays, Time: 5:00-8:00 pm

September 12, 19 & 26; Cost $45.00

October 3, 10, 17 & 24; Cost $55.00

November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost $55.00

December 5, 12 & 19; Cost $45.00

Cost includes all supplies (clay, all glazing

and firing). Students may register for all the

months and will continue to learn and work

with different projects.

Clay – Open Studio (Open to Grades 6-12 who have taken either Clay 101 or Clay 201).

Studio time is designed to give the student ample time to design, work on and

complete projects of their own design. Open Studio Time consists of 10 hours of

use of the pottery studio and equipment, 12 pounds of clay, all glazing and firing for

projects created. Students will receive a punch card, and have space in the studio

for their clay and projects underway. Cost for each card is $50.00, and is good for

six months from purchase. Students will also be able to purchase extra clay if they

need to (12 pound block for $10.00 or 25 pound block for $19.00) .

Open Studio — Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00-7:00 pm.

Pottery & Ceramics

Clay 101 – Open to students ages 6-18. Clay 101 is an introduction to clay using

hand-building techniques. Each student in any of the clay classes 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.

Mondays - Time: 5:00-6:00 pm (beginning 10 September)

(No classes on 8 October, 12 November or 24 December)

Clay 201 – Open to students in grades 6-12. Introduction to clay using wheel

throwing. Students must have already taken Clay 101 and taken at least one class in

hand-building. This class will teach students the basic techniques in using a pottery

wheel. Class fee is $5, and only needs to be taken once.

Mondays - Time: 6:00-7:00 pm

(No classes on 8 October, 12 November or 24 December)

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 con-

struction 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 and firing. Registration deadline is three

days prior to the class.

Grades K-6 - Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm (beginning 11 September) (No class on 25 December)

Grades 7-12 - Thursdays (beginning 13 September)

4:00-6:00 pm or 6:00-8:00 pm

(No classes on 22 November or 27 December)

The following classes require Sewing 101 and 201…

All Classes below will be held on TUESDAYS….

REGISTRATION for sewing classes is 1 week prior to selected class start date.

All Sewing Classes will be held at the SKIES Classroom, 10790 Chapel Drive.

Sewing 202 Pennant Name Flag $12 Ages 6 & up

Make a flag streamer bearing your name for a bedroom banner.

September 11th, October 23rd, December 4th; Time 5-7 pm.

Sewing 203 Stuffies $15 Ages 6 & up

Make animals, pillows or name letters from our assorted patterns.

September 18th, October 9th, October 30th, December18th; Time 5-7:30 pm.

Sewing 204 Wrist Warmers/Scarves $15 Ages 12 & up

Make a matching set of wrist warmers and a scarf for those cooler nights.

October 16th, November 13th; Time 5-7:30 pm.

Sewing 205 Tote Bags $18 Ages 12 & up

Make a reversible tote bag for any occasion. Special Classes use holiday fabrics.

September 25th, November 20th; Time 4:30-8 pm.

Special Class on Saturday, 6 October—Halloween Tote Bags, 9-1 pm.

Special Class on Saturday, 15 December—Holiday Tote Bags, 9-1 pm.

Fabulous Fashions (Drab to FAB!) Ages 12 & up

PREREQUISITE: Sewing 101 AND Sewing 201.

Turn old t-shirts and/or old pants into new fashions…learn how to change old, worn

out and boring clothes into fabulous new pieces that are right in style! Bring at least

two old t-shirts (or pants) to class and learn how to cut, sew, add embellishments and

leave with a whole new look!! Wednesdays, 3-4:30 pm for the month.

September 12, 19 & 26; Cost $25 per student.

October 3, 10, 17, & 24; Cost $30 per student.

November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost $30 per student.

December 5, 12 & 19; Cost $25 per student.

Students will have access to some supplies and fabric for embellishing clothing.

Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.

Felt Sewing Classes Preschool Ages 4-5 Simple sewing projects to teach preschoolers handstitching while they make felt

finger puppets, small stuffed animals and much more. New projects each class.

The simple sewing skills taught in this class will enable preschoolers to sew felt

objects at home. Class is on Wednesdays, 1-2 pm each month.

September 12, 19 & 26; Cost $12.00 per student.

October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Cost $20.00 per student.

November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost $16.00 per student.

December 5, 12 & 19; Cost $12.00 per student.

Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month

for the next month’s program.

Felt Sewing Classes Ages 6-10 Felt foods, felt plants, and everything else possible that can be sewed into felt forms

make this class a fun experience with never-ending possibilities. Projects may con-

tinue over 2 classes, but many will be complete in one class.

Class is on Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm.

September 12, 19 & 26; Cost $12.00 per student.

October 3, 10, 17 & 24; Cost $16.00 per student.

November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost $16.00 per student.

December 5, 12 & 19; Cost $12.00 per student.

Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month

for the next month’s program.

Kids in Motion Playgroup Ages 2 & 3 Designed for toddlers to help them with coordination, motor development, follow-

ing directions, and playing with other children the same age. Toddlers will work

with their parents while taking part in 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.

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.

Tuesdays either 10:00-10:30 am; 10:45-11:15 am or 11:30-12:00 pm.

Wednesdays either 11:00-11:30 am or 11:30-12:00 pm.

Thursdays either 12:00-12:30 pm or 12:45-1:15 pm.

Fridays either 1:00-1:30; 1:45-2:15 or 2:30-3:00 pm.

September (3 classes) - $15.00

October (Tuesday & Wednesday, 5 classes) - $25.00

October (Thursday & Friday, 4 classes) - $20.00

November (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 4 classes) - $20.00 (No class 22nd).

November (Friday, 5 classes) - $25.00

December (3 classes) - $15.00 (No classes 25th through 28th).

Tumbling Ages 3 & up All classes are MONTHLY.

Youth must be enrolled each month

if they wish to continue with classes.

Classes to fill quickly, so enroll early.

Gimminy Crickets

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 chil-

dren on the mats - please dress comfortably. There are no accommodations for sib-

lings, so please make other arrangements for them.

Enroll for a specific day and time each month.

Tuesdays 1:00-1:30 pm or 1:30-2:00 pm.

Wednesdays 12:30-1:00 pm.

Thursdays 3:00-3:30 pm or 3:30-4:00 pm.

Gym Mites

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 2:00-2:30 pm or 2:30-3:00 pm.

Wednesdays 1:00-1:30 pm or 1:30-2:00 pm.

Thursdays 2:00-2:30 pm; 2:30-3:00 pm or 4:00-4:30 pm.

Fees for Gimminy Crickets and Gym Mites (per student per class time):

September (3 class weeks) - Cost $30.00

October - Tuesday & Wednesday classes (5 class weeks) - Cost $40.00

October - Thursday classes (4 class weeks) - Cost $35.00

November (4 class weeks) - Cost $35.00 (No class 22 November)

December (3 class weeks) - Cost $30.00

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 Programs Parent & Child Programs

Doodlebugs Parent/Tot Ages 2-3

Doodlebugs is an art program designed for little artists that are just learning to draw,

color, glue and paint. Little artists (and their parent) will work with many different

mediums and learn about colors, shapes and how to use their creative energies.

Class times are either Tuesdays from 1-1:30 pm or from 1:45-2:15 pm.

September 11, 18, & 25; Cost is $20.00 per student.

October 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; Cost is $33.00 per student.

November 6, 13, 20 & 27; Cost is $26.00 per student.

December 4, 11 & 18; Cost is $20.00 per student.

PeeWee Picasso Preschool Ages 4-5

PeeWee Picasso is an art program aimed at teaching preschool aged students how to

continue to develop their ability to draw, paint, color and use scissors. Preschoolers

(and their parents) will have different projects each class and use a variety of medi-

ums as they continue to work with their creative energies.

Class times are either Wednesdays from 1-1:30 pm or from 1:45-2:15 pm.

September 12, 19 & 26; Cost is $20.00 per student.

October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; Cost is $33.00 per student.

November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost is $26.00 per student.

December 5, 12 & 19; Cost is $20.00 per student.

Registration deadline for Doodlebugs and PeeWee Picasso programs is the 28th of

the current month for the next month’s programs. One child/one parent per class.

PARENT MUST PARTICIPATE WITH THEIR CHILD IN BOTH DOODLEBUG

AND PEEWEE PICASSO PROGRAMS. There are no accommodations for sib-

lings, so please make other arrangements for them.

Pick-N-Paint Ceramics $8 Ages 3-5

Select a piece of ceramics to paint and bring home after glazing. Parents must work

with their children during class.

Thursdays, Time: either 2:30-3:30 pm or 3:30-4:30 pm.

September 13, 20 or 27; October 4, 11, 18 or 25;

November 1, 8, 15 or 29; December 6, 13 or 20.

Registration is per class and the deadlines are one week prior to the class date.

Art Programs Grades K-3

Art classes will be held on Mondays or Fridays from 6-7 pm. Cost is per

student per month for the specific program. Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.

September

Drawing - Mondays, September 10, 17 & 24; Cost $12.00

Animal Bead Key Chains - Fridays, September 14, 21 & 28; Cost $20.00

October

Halloween Crafts - Mondays, October 1, 15, 22 & 29; Cost $25.00

Photo Art - Fridays, October 5, 12, 19, 26; Cost $20.00

November

Beading Crafts - Mondays, November 5, 19, 26; Cost $25.00

Holiday Crafts - Fridays, November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; Cost $35.00

December

Holiday Ornaments - Mondays, December 3, 10 & 17; Cost $20.00

Pick & Paint Ceramics - Fridays, December 7, 14 & 21; Cost $20.00

Art Programs Grades 4-8

Art classes will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays from 4:30-6 pm.

Cost is per student per month for the specific program. Registration deadline is the 28th of the current month for the next month’s program.

September

Drawing - Mondays, September 11, 18 & 25; Cost $12.00

Jewelry Making - Wednesdays, September 12, 19 & 26; Cost $30.00

Animal Beaded Key Chains - Fridays, September 14, 21 & 28; Cost $20.00

October

Halloween Crafts - Mondays, October 1, 15, 22 & 29; Cost $30.00

Zombie Felties - Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17 & 24; Cost $20.00

Photo Art - Fridays, October 5, 12, 19 & 26; Cost $25.00

November

Beading Crafts - Mondays, November 5, 19, 26; Cost $25.00

Everything Pumpkins - Wednesdays, November 7, 14, 21 & 28; Cost $25.00

Holiday Crafts - Fridays, November 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; Cost $35.00

December

Holiday Ornaments - Mondays, December 3, 10 & 17; Cost $20.00

Scrapbooking - Wednesdays, December 5, 12 & 19; Cost $22.00

Cross Stitch Christmas - Fridays, December 7, 14 & 21; Cost $20.00

Art Programs Grades 9-12

Classes will be held Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Fridays, from 3-4:30 pm.

Cost is per student per month for the specific program. Registration deadlines are 4 September and 24 October (for Nov/Dec classes).

September & October

Drawing Skills - Use of pencils, watercolor, charcoal, pastels and ink.

Mondays - Sept 10, 17, 24 & Oct 1, 15, 22 & 29. Cost $25.00.

Woodburning - Learn to create burned designs in wood projects.

Tuesdays - Sept 11, 18, 25 & Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. Cost $40.00.

Jewelry - Bracelets, necklaces, clay beads & intro to Steampunk styles.

Wednesdays - Sept 12, 19, 26 & Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31. Cost $50.00.

Photo Art - Bring pictures to scan or take new ones for many art projects.

Fridays - Sept 14, 21, 28 & Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26. Cost $35.00.

November & December

Mosaic Tile Projects - Make coasters, trivets & memory

stones with tile & grout. Cost $65.00.

Mondays - Nov 5, 19, 26 & Dec 3, 10 & 17.

Dreamcatchers - Learn the Native art of making

dreamcatchers. Cost $40.00.

Tuesdays - Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 & Dec 4, 11 & 18.

Holiday Gifts, Ornaments & Crafts - Assorted holiday

fun for keeps or presents. Cost $40.00.

Wednesdays - Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 & Dec 5, 12 & 19.

Native Beading - Learn to bead on a native beading loom.

Fridays - Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & Dec 7, 14 & 21. Cost $30.00.