Youth Services

The Before and After School Program offers care beginning at 6:30 a.m. and ends at 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Children must be enrolled in kindergarten through 12 years old to participate in the Before and After School program. Parents must provide each child's current immunization records to enroll them. Also, bring current LES's and verification of other household income as fees are based on total family income and fee categories. Each Family will need to create a CYPBMS account. If families have had an account at a previous installation, we will gather the information for a transfer request.

Call the Youth Center for complete schedules and fees at 580-481-7903.

Youth Sponsorship Program

If you are a teenager moving to Altus AFB, you will discover that Altus teens have the same interests, hopes, dreams and concerns that you have. Most teens keep busy going to school, being involved in extracurricular activities such as band or sports, working part-time jobs, and volunteering,

Before arrival, you may want to request a local teen to correspond with through the Pen Pal Program, “Kids Talking to Kids,” at the base Youth Center. Contact the Altus AFB Youth Center for pen-pal information. The Youth Center staff has an e-mail address for newcomers to correspond directly with peers in this area. Contact with a new Youth Center friend will help you to adjust and transition more easily when you arrive in Altus.  Through contact with your Pen Pal, you can also find out "what's hot and what's not" in this area. After arrival, the quickest way to meet people and make new friends is to get involved. Participate in clubs, organizations and activities in school that interest you. Also, become involved in a local religious organization, take part in recreational opportunities and volunteer your time.

KIDS TALKING TO KIDS - Are you relocating to Altus AFB, Oklahoma? Would you like to get to know someone your own age prior to your arrival? If so, complete this information sheet and mail it to the address at the bottom. We will pass on your request for a pen pal to someone your age who will begin corresponding with you.

• YOUR NAME: ___________________________
• YOUR AGE: _________
• YOUR SEX: (F)____ (M)____
• YOUR ADDRESS: _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________
• YOUR PHONE NUMBER: (_____) ____-_______
• YOUR GRADE IN SCHOOL: ______________________
• YOUR HOBBIES: 1._____________________________________ 2._____________________________________ 3._____________________________________
• YOUR FAVORITE SPORT: ____________________________
• YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC: _____________________________________

Mail to: Youth Center, 97 FSS/FSFY, 1866 W River Dr, Altus AFB, OK 73523-5146 or call 580-481-7903.

The Youth Center assists active duty personnel and DoD civilians by offering a safe learning environment for school age youth ages 5 to 18.

 Located in Building 1866 on West River Drive, the Youth Center is affiliated with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and 4H.

The Altus AFB Youth Center is the "fun and active" place to be.

The Youth Center offers daily fun and exciting after school activities and open recreation programs in a safe environment. Some programs include: cosmic bowling, field trips, pool, foosball, crafts, cooking projects, photography, fine arts, Youth Lock-Ins, and community support.

For further information, please contact the Altus AFB Youth Center at: 580-481-7903, or DSN 312-866-7903.

For paid employment opportunities, contact the Employment Assistance Manager at the Military and Family Readiness Center at 580-481-6761.

For volunteer opportunities, contact the Volunteer Coordinator at the Military and Family Readiness Center at 580-481-6761.

The Altus AFB Youth Center includes bowling, lock-ins, teen dances, numerous trips and tours to points of interest, such as Six Flags or sporting events, hands-on science, and arts and crafts.

If you are a teenager moving to Altus AFB, you will discover that Altus teens have the same interests, hopes, dreams and concerns that you have. Most teens keep busy going to school, being involved in extracurricular activities such as band or sports, working part-time jobs, and volunteering.

Before arrival, you may want to request a local teen to correspond with through the Pen Pal Program, “Kids Talking to Kids,” at the base Youth Center. Contact the Altus AFB Youth Center for pen-pal information. The Youth Center staff has an e-mail address for newcomers to correspond directly with peers in this area. Contact with a new Youth Center friend will help you to adjust and transition more easily when you arrive in Altus.  Through contact with your Pen Pal, you can also find out "what's hot and what's not" in this area. After arrival, the quickest way to meet people and make new friends is to get involved. Participate in clubs, organizations and activities in school that interest you. Also, become involved in a local religious organization, take part in recreational opportunities and volunteer your time.

KIDS TALKING TO KIDS -- Are you relocating to Altus AFB, Oklahoma? Would you like to get to know someone your own age prior to your arrival? If so, complete this information sheet and mail it to the address at the bottom. We will pass on your request for a pen pal to someone your age who will begin corresponding with you.

• YOUR NAME: ___________________________
• YOUR AGE: _________
• YOUR SEX: (F)____ (M)____
• YOUR ADDRESS: _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________
• YOUR PHONE NUMBER: (_____) ____-_______
• YOUR GRADE IN SCHOOL: ______________________
• YOUR HOBBIES: 1._____________________________________ 2._____________________________________ 3._____________________________________
• YOUR FAVORITE SPORT: ____________________________
• YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC: _____________________________________

Mail to: Youth Center, 97 FSS/FSFY, 1866 W River Dr, Altus AFB, OK 73523-5146 or call 580-481-7903.

A wide variety of youth sports and instructional programs are offered including soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, gymnastics, martial arts and cheerleading.

All of the youth sports coaches are NYSCA (National Youth Sports Coaches Association) certified.