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Parent Central Services

Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

 cyss
Bldg. 470, Rm 1126
Replacement Ave
 

Registration Information

Eligibility       Programs      FAQ


Formerly known as Central Enrollment Registery, Parent Central Services is here to help get the required information for your child to be enrolled in Child, Youth & School Services. For your child to participate in any CYS Services program on Fort Leonard Wood, he/she must be registered. We can help you get this accomplished when you stop by, but please ensure that you have proper documentation on hand. Appointments are available and recommended.  Please call us or see our FAQ for more information.

Required Documents for Registration for children infant - 5th Grade:   Check List

  • Completed CYS Services registration packet 

  • Proof of Eligibility (Sponsor/Child Military ID card or proof of Legal Guardianships documents)

  • Child's Official Immunization Record

  • Two Emergency Contacts (name, address, telephone number)

  • LES and/ or pay statement and recent W2 form

  • Health Assessment/Sports Physical or well baby check up (due within 30 days of registration)

  • Additional forms if needed:

  1. Allergy Medical Action Plan
  2. Diabetes Medical Action Plan
  3. Seizure Medical Action Plan
  4. Repiratory Medical Action Plan
  5. CYS Services Special Diet Statement

 

  • Infant Sleep Position Agreement - required for infants under 12 months of age

  • A current Sports Physical must be presented at the point of signing up for Youth Sports

  • Current Family Care Plan for single or dual military Families

  • Annual registration fee is waived in support of the Army's Commitment to Families through the Army Family Covenant

 

Required Documents for Registration for youth 6th Grade  thru High School:

  • Completed CYS Services Middle School registration packet 

  • Proof of Eligibility (Sponsor/Child Military ID card or proof of Legal Guardianships documents)

  • Two Emergency Contacts (name, address, telephone number)

  • LES and/ or pay statement and recent W2 form

  • Current Family Care Plan for single or dual military Families

  • Annual registration fee is waived in support of the Army's Commitment to Families through the Army Family Covenant

Eligibility  

Patrons authorized to utilize services in all Army operated or sponsored CYS Services Programs must meet the following eligibility criteria:  Be active duty military personnel, Department of Defense (DoD) civilian personnel paid from either appropriated funds (APF) or nonappropriated funds (NAF), reservists on active duty or during inactive duty personnel training, DoD contractors, and retired military personnel (on a space available basis).

   

Programs

  

As you consider enrolling your child in one of our programs, please familiarize yourself with the following definitions in determining your childcare needs:

FULL DAY CARE:  Care which exceeds 25 hours per week (six weeks up to Kindergarten).

PART TIME CARE:  Care which does not exceed 25 hours per week (six weeks up to Kindergarten).

HOURLY CARE:  Intermittent care on an irregular basis (six weeks up to Kindergarten).

PART DAY PRESCHOOL:  Classroom hours that do not exceed three hours daily or 15 hours per week (three years up to age 5).

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE:  Care before and after school for children in Kindergarten through fifth grade. 

FULL DAY CARE FOR SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN:  Full day care and part day care for children in 1st through fifth grade.

HOURLY CARE FOR SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN:  Intermittent care on a space available basis.

MIDDLE SCHOOL/TEEN CARE:  Programs geared to older youth.  Hours of operation will vary dependent on time of year.

You may contact Parent Central Services at 596-0238 or 596-0421 to obtain additional information to assist you in determining which program is best for you and your child.

 


Frequently Asked Questions
 

Q. Where is Parent Central Services Located?
A. Community Service Center, Building 470 Replacement Avenue; across from CDC and SAS.

Q. Who is eligible to register with CYS Services?
A.   Families of Active Duty military Soldiers, Families of fallen warriors, legal guardians of deployed soldier's dependents, eligible contractors, civilians working on a military installation and families of retired soldiers.

Q. What documents do I need in order to register?
A. Proof of eligibility, shot records, LES, spouse's pay vouchers,  if the spouse is enrolled in school proof of enrollment,  two emergency contacts in the local area (other than sponsor or spouse) and within 30 days of registering a physical.

Q. What is proof of eligibility?
A. Any of the following is an acceptable form for proof of eligibility.  If the sponsor is the biological parent then a birth certificate, DEERS enrollment, child's ID card, proof of guardianship and passports.

Q. What is the cost to register?
A. It is currently free of charge to register your child as this is an Army Family Covenant initiative.

Q. Can I bring my child with me to register?
A. Yes you can.

Q. Why should I register my children with CYS Services?
A. When you complete the annual registration, your child can participate in a wide variety of accredited programs and/or activities such as child care, instructional or leisure sporting events.

Q.  What happens if I do not have up to date shot records for my child?
A. Children who are not school age must have an up to date shot record.  Documentation of your child's immunization can be faxed or emailed from previous day cares or doctors offices, but must be presented at time of registration. Registration will NOT be completed without shot records for children under school age.

Q. What is a special need?
A.  A special need is any medical condition and/or allergies identified and annotated by a doctor.

Q.  Why can't I use my W2 to establish my Total Family Income (TFI)?
A.  Active duty personal are to present their most current LES so that an accurate TFI can be determined. Your LES shows all your pay entitlements such as Basic Pay, BAH, BAS, FLY PAY, PARACHUTE, or SPECIAL DUTY; all of which are used to determine TFI. Active duty spouses, eligible contractors and civilians that work on post must present their pay vouchers.

Q. Why do I need to provide a current LES or pay stub?

A. Your sponsor's LES and spouse's pay stub are used to calculate your yearly income. Based on your income your family is placed in a category that determines your child care fees. Without your current LES or pay stub, your household will be placed in the highest fee category.

Q.   Can I register my child/children online?
A.   At this time online registration is not offered. It is important that you register in person so that we can attain your signature for permissions such as transportation for field trips, taking photos and if needed to seek medical treatment.

Q.   Does the sponsor need to come with me to register our child/children?
A.   The sponsor does not have to be present to get the child registered however you will need the sponsor's income information and social security number. We'll need proof that child is an eligible dependent of the sponsor, ie. DEERS enrollment or birth certificate.

Q. Do I need an appointment to register my child/children?
A. No appointment is needed to register your child/children but recommended, call 573 596-0238 / 0421.