The Youth Center program provides services after school, during
holidays and in the summer. The Youth Activities After School Program
is designed to provide after school activities, enrichment, recreation, and care
for children ages 5-12 years old. The program provides a safe,
secure, and enriching environment for school age children supervised by a
trained and caring staff.
The After School Program uses an
age-appropriate curriculum to provide educational and recreational activities
geared to the interests of school age children. Arts, crafts, music,
drama, sports, games and individual and group study activities are
included. Summer camp includes swimming, gymnastics and field trips
at no additional cost to parents.
SPONSORSHIP
Youth sponsorship is
provided by age and interest. Sponsorship is a great way to make new
friends. Our program is individual-to-individual. To obtain a
sponsor, notify either Youth Services or Relocation Assistance at Columbus
AFB. Columbus AFB has limited employment opportunities for youth with
NAF and appropriated fund activities.
The Youth Center is a modern
center with lots of activities for the youth. It has a computer room
with many games, and both indoor and outdoor basketball courts.
The city
of Columbus is about eight miles from the base. There is no public
transportation, so you need to have a drivers license. You can get a
learners permit at age 15. It is valid for one year. If
you use a learners permit you must have a licensed driver age 21 or older in the
car with you. At age 16 you can apply for a drivers
license. To get a drivers license you must be at least 16 years of
age and both parents must sign for permits and licenses if you are under age
17. Licensed drivers do not have to have someone else in the car when
you drive, only while you have a learners permit are you required to have
another person who is at least 21 years of age in the car.
SPORTS
A
traveling basketball league has been formed and they travel to surrounding bases
and cities to play. Also, inline hockey, baseball, softball, soccer,
and flag football are played. A competitive swim program was
started. A batting cage is available to practice your
swings. There is a nine hole golf course and a driving range on
base. The golf pro gives special lessons to teens.
The base
has a curfew: Ages 12 and under must be in the house by 9:00
pm.m. Ages 13 - 15 by 10:30 p.m., and age 16 and older by 12:00
midnight.
The Youth Center and Family Support Center have a pen pal
program. If you would like a pen pal before arriving at Columbus AFB
please refer to the listing for the address.
Additionally, check out the
website for "Military Teens on the Move."