Youth Services

Madrigal Youth Center provides teenagers a place to socialize, play games, watch TV and study in their own room, and a computer room is available with four computers. Programs are planned for youth ages 5-18, or kindergarten through high school, with instructional classes and sports programs. Summer and before-and-after school programs are available for children kindergarten through sixth grade. Call 940-676-5437 or DSN 312-736-5437.

Youth Sponsorship Program

If you are a teenager moving to Sheppard AFB, you will probably find that teens here 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, volunteering, etc.

Before coming to Sheppard, 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. This will enable you to know someone when you arrive, and it is a good way to find out "what's hot and what's not" in this area. After arriving in the area, the easiest and quickest way to meet people and make new friends is to get involved. Pursue clubs and organizations in school that interest you, become involved in a local religious organization, take part in recreational opportunities and volunteer your time.

Kids Talking to Kids Sponsorship Program -- Answer these questions on a separate sheet of paper and mail it to the address below. We will pass on your request for a pen pal to someone your age who will begin corresponding with you.

1. Your Name, 2. Your Age, 3. Male/Female, 4. Your Address, 5. Your Phone Number, 6. Your Grade in School, 7. Your Hobbies, 8. Your Favorite Sport, 9. Your Favorite Music.

Mail to: Youth Center, 82 FSS/FSFY, 118 I Avenue, Sheppard AFB, TX 76311-3046

Once your request is received, a pen pal your age will be assigned to you.

Youth Center

Children of active-duty and retired military members and DOD and NAF employees are offered a complete year-round program of recreational, cultural, educational and social activities through the Madrigal Youth Center. Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during periods of open recreation at the Youth Center.

The gymnasium can be divided into two rooms, allowing basketball and volleyball games to be played at the same time. Teenagers can socialize, play games, watch TV and study and a computers are available.  

Programs are planned for youth ages 5-18, or kindergarten through high school, with instructional classes and sports programs. Summer and before-and-after school programs are available for children kindergarten though sixth grade. These include crafts, physical fitness activities, tours, bowling, skating, swimming and outdoor fun.

The new Power Hour Club is an educational enrichment program. Students can get help with homework and talk to a tutor. Students are given the extra opportunity to practice and reinforce skills and concepts learned in school.

Before and After School Program

The program offers care beginning at 6:00 a.m. and ending at 6p.m. Fees are based on total family income and fee categories. Call the Youth Center for complete schedules and charges.

Youth Sports

A wide variety of sports and instructional programs are offered including flag football, soccer, baseball, basketball, volleyball and cheerleading. Sports coaches are NYSCA (National Youth Sports Coaches Association) certified. Instructional classes include piano/guitar, and Taekwondo.

Boy and Girl Scouts

Girls and Boys Scout troops are active on Sheppard Air Force Base. There are nine troops available for K-12 grade to participate in. Activities include camping, gift wrapping, helping the less fortunate in the community, organizing food drives, baking cookies for Airmen leaving the base during Exodus, and providing baby baskets for babies born at the local hospital. All troops have their headquarters in the back of building 1200.

Force Four

Provide 4-H curriculm gardening, photography and cooking experiences.

Boys and Girls Club

Open rec program mirrors Boys and Girls club curriclum.  Torch Club, Keystone, Smart Girls, Passport to Manhood, and Triple-play.

For more information, please contact the Youth Center at 940-676-5437 or DSN: 312-736-5437.