Fort Knox  Child and Youth Services

The Middle School/Teen Services incorporates many exciting programs through affiliation with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and 4-H Clubs for grades 6-12th. Devers Youth Center has a full size gymnasium for basketball and other sports. It provides a safe, fun environment to meet friends, make new friends, play ball sports activities and video games, use computers in the lab, utilize the Homework Center, exercise in the weight room or just hang out and have fun, 502-624-6442, DSN 312-464-6442.

Youth Services (YS) programs create educational opportunities and supportive environments which allow culturally diverse youth and teens to be capable, competent and caring citizens. Providing these opportunities for military youth impacts directly on soldier readiness, retention, and quality of life by reducing the conflict between mission and potential responsibilities. Fort Knox Youth Services is a recognized Army Community leader in developing youth to become productive citizens and serves as a catalyst for positive change to meet the needs of a diverse and changing society.

For more information about Youth Services available, you may contact us at 502-624-6442 or DSN 312-464-6442.

Middle School/Teen Services

The Middle School/Teen Services incorporates many exciting programs for youth in grades 6th - 12th, through affiliation with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and 4-H Clubs.

Devers Youth Center is the place for Middle School and Teens to hangout. It provides a safe, fun environment to meet friends, make new friends, play ball or sports activities. The full size gymnasium is available for basketball and other sports. Youth can play video games, use the computers in the lab, utilize the Homework Center, exercise in the weight room or just hang out and have fun. Teens especially like to hang out in the Xhibit which is the teen center designed for teens, by teens.

On and off post partnerships and collaborations with schools, MWR Activities, Army Community Services, Family Support Programs, Chaplains, Military Police and national youth organizations (4-H / Cooperative Extension Service, Boys and Girls Clubs and America and Boy Scouts of America) strengthen and enhance delivery of the YS program.

Following is a list of just some of the clubs offered at Devers Youth Center:

• Learning Center - A comprehensive homework help and tutoring program designed to raise the academic proficiency of participants. Incentive charts for tracking progress of participants are maintained and youth rewarded when they reach milestones. Available to youth in grades 6-12, Monday - Friday 2:30-6:00 p.m.
• 4-H Photo Club - This program encourages artistic development through exhibits held at local, regional and national levels. Members will also participate on field trips to local art museums. Must be in Middle School/High School. Offered Thursdays, 4-6 p.m.
• Torch Club - Participants meet to plan activities that focus on Youth Center and community service projects. The pre-teen council is formed from this club. Must be in Middle School. Offered Tuesdays, 4-6 p.m.
• Keystone Club - Participants meet to plan activities that focus on Youth Center and community service projects. The teen council is developed from this club. Must be in High School. Offered Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m.

For more information about activities offered at the Youth Center, you may reach us by calling 502-624-6442.

Youth Sports

The Fort Knox Youth Sports Program strives to provide a quality activity that concentrates on developing fundamental physical skills and building sportsmanship for boys and girls 4 years old through high school (must be 7 years old for cheerleading).

Youth Sports has adopted the philosophy of the National Alliance For Youth Sports (NAYS) by striving to place the athlete first and winning second in our athletic program. Parents should support their young athletes sports experience and de-emphasize "winning at all cost". Your participation is encouraged. Having fun, improving skills, staying in shape, and experiencing friendly competition are the benefits we hope your child will receive from this program.

Youth Sponsorship Program

Child and Youth Services and the Relocation Program partner to provide sponsorship to youth in grades 6-12 who are new to the community. You may request a sponsor online or contact the School Liaison Officer at 502-624-2305 or DSN 312-464-2305.