In addition to the school based sports and activities, Dugway
offers several options for adult-supervised activities and positive
interaction. One of the favorites for youth on Post is the Youth
Center which provides a wide variety of games, activities, programs, and has a
snack bar which serves teenage favorites. The middle school program,
for youth ages 11-15, offers after school snacks, tutoring and crafts in
addition to various other activities and field trips. Athletic
programs such as soccer, T-Ball and baseball are offered every Spring for
various ages. During the Summer months, the Post swimming pool is a
great place to cool off. Older teens can stay fit year-round at the
Sports and Fitness Center. The Bowling Center, Movie Theater, Tennis
Courts and Golf Course add to the variety of activities provided at
Dugway.
The Youth Center has a large variety of adult-supervised
activities. The Youth Center offers activities just for teens on a regular
basis. Check out the upcoming activities in the Monthly Bulletin or
call the Youth Center at (435) 831-2177 (DSN: 789-2177) or the Child & Youth
Services Coordinator at (435) 831-2139 (DSN: 789-2139).
YOUTH
SPONSORSHIP AND SUPPORT
The Dugway Proving Ground Army Community Services and
the Youth Services Teen Council also offer Kids' Connection, a youth sponsorship
program designed to assist in the relocation transition of elementary school age
members of the family. Kids' Connection helps establish a positive
approach to moving by forming a Pen Pal/Internet partnership before arrival to
Dugway and a positive group of friends to welcome and friendship the youth after
arrival. The program is mainly for children in the first through
sixth grades. However, older youth can participate as well.
In
addition, numerous opportunities to get involved in the community are available
and will assist you in getting back into the swing of things with new friends
and new activities. The Employment Readiness Manager at the Army Community
Center, Building 5124, is ready to assist teenagers looking for employment with
their job search strategies whether it be on or off Post. Learning
where to begin is made easier with classes offered by the Family Member
Employment Center on how to find a job, interviewing skills and preparing cover
letters and resumes. To make an appointment or for more information,
please contact Dee R. Perry at (435) 831-2260 (DSN 789-2260).