YOUTH CENTER
Building 3656
321 494-3006
Any child care question on or off the installation, or fee assistance questions please contact the Community Child Care Coordinator at 321-494-2233 or amy.doolittle@spaceforce.mil
Youth Development Hours; Monday-Friday, 3:30 - 5:30 pm.
The Air Force Services Center Child and Youth Programs is pleased to announce the launch of the Department of the Air Force Child and Youth (DAF CYP) website! https://www.dafchildandyouth.com. This site is intended to provide Airmen, Guardians, and Air Force leaders with timely information on DAF child care and youth programs in addition to current policies, news and events.
School Liaison Office
Building 537, Room 111
Susan Clark
321-494-1991, 45FSS.PatrickCYES.SLO@us.af.mil
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School Liaison Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
DID YOU KNOW THE AVERAGE MILITARY FAMILY MOVES 6-9 TIMES OVER A 20-YEAR CAREER?
With each move, military children face many school-related challenges. The School Liaison Program is the central point of contact for commanders, military families, and local school systems on school-related matters for grades Pre K-12. We are here to help ease the transition from one school to another (before and after a move) and help with navigating the school systems to ensure our military youth are given the opportunity to achieve their highest potential for academic success at any assigned location.
Our School Liaison can provide information about local school systems, state requirements, immunizations, special education navigation, school policies and procedures, home school resources, deployment resources, scholarship information and so much more!
Brevard Public Schools Registration Information
Brevard Public Schools Open Enrollment Office
Brevard Public Schools Exceptional Student Education Department
Brevard Virtual School
Florida Virtual School
Private School Directory
Home Education Information
Step Up For Students (Scholarship information for private school and students with unique abilities)
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten
Florida Department of Education Information for Military Families
Florida Department of Education Report Card
EFMP Family Resources:
- MFRC EFMP Family Support Coordinator: 321-494-5676
- Florida Inclusion Network
College and Career Readiness Resources:
- https://www.floridabrightfutures.gov/
- https://www.floridashines.org/
- https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/
- https://www.spaceforce.com/find-local-recruiter
- https://www.airforce.com/find-a-recruiter
Deployment Support Resources:
- MFRC Readiness NCO: 321-494-5676
- United Through Reading
We also have Free Deployment and Reintegration kits available to families through our Anchored4Life program.
Other helpful resources:
Tutor.com
Military One Source School Liaison Program Directory
Military Interstate Compact Commission
HQ DoDEA
NDSP (Non-DoDEA School Program)
DoDEA School Liaison Directory
Frequently Asked Questions:
How do I determine my zoned school(s)?
You can use the link from the Brevard Public Schools website to see what school(s) your address is zoned for.
*Please note bus transportation is only provided when families live outside a 2 mile radius from the school.
Does the local school system have school choice options available?
Yes, Florida is a school choice state. Brevard County's School Choice Office has application windows for the various types of schools for the upcoming school year. This information is posted on their website and applications are done online. Please keep in mind when using school choice options that transportation is the responsibility of the family when attending a school outside of their zoned school.
In addition, there are charter, private, virtual and home education options, as well as scholarship options to supplement these through Step Up for Students in the State of Florida.
Are school choice options still available if we transition mid-year?
Yes, if a family transitions mid-year, school choice options are still available, however the process is slightly different and coordination is made through the Patrick School Liaison Office and BPS School Choice Office with verification of the families active duty military orders.
Am I required to have a place to live before I enroll my child(ren) into school?
Military families on orders are not required to have a permanent residence prior to registering their child(ren) for school, however they will go through the school choice application process to select a school if they have not established residency. Their military orders will serve as initial proof of residency, and they can complete a form with the Patrick School Liaison Office to begin the process.
What medical forms are required for school registration?
Immunization records and a current physical within the past year are required as part of the registration process. Immunization records can be initially received in whatever format you have them in, however within 30 days, those must be transcribed onto the FL Form 680, which can be done at the Patrick SFB Clinic or any local County Health Department.
What is the age/birthday requirement for my child(ren) to attend Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)?
To attend VPK, your child(ren) must be four years of age on September of the current school year.
What's the process for homeschooling my child(ren)?
If you're planning to homeschool your child(ren), you must complete a notice of intent to Brevard Public Schools Home Education Office within 30 days. It's recommended that you select a curriculum prior to submitting your notice of intent. Parents are required to maintain a portfolio and conduct an annual evaluation, conducted by a FL certified teacher.
Which schools are supported by the Youth Centers' before and after care program?
The Patrick SFB Youth Center provides before care and transportation for Sea Park and Holland Elementary and after care and transportation for Roosevelt, Sea Park and Holland Elementary Schools.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS PARENT HANDBOOK
MEMBERSHIP
Did you know that membership at the Youth Center is only $40 a year? Benefits include no fee walk-in every day after school for ages 9 and up, hang out, socialize, play sports, do homework, use computer room, get a healthy snack from the snack bar, use the outdoor court, participate in 4-H and Boys & Girls Club activities, leadership clubs, and much more! Members enjoy lower prices on special events, field trips and dance classes! Join today!
MILITARY CHILDCARE DOT COM
A DoD program that makes it easier to find the child and youth care your family needs. Just follow four simple steps! We care for your children while you protect America.
1. Create account
2. Search and request care
3. Manage my requests
4. Update my profile
To get started, REGISTER ONLINE HERE.
Employment opportunities may be available - visit USAJOBS.GOV.
Community Based Child Care and/or Fee Assistance programs may be available to assist CONUS Air Force families who do not have access to installation
programs through: CHILD CARE AWARE (CCA) OF AMERICA
For any family needing assistance in locating a community child care program visit the EARLY LEARNING COALITION
SCHOOL AGE CARE (SAC) PROGRAM
Call for information on openings for before & after School Care enrollments, ages K thru 6th grade. Transportation to and from is provided or the following schools; Holland, Sea Park and Roosevelt Elementary schools. Care is available through the school year during winter and spring break holidays & teacher in-service days. Please contact SAC at 321-494-3006 for more information or go online at militarychildcare.com to request care.
YOUTH SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
Are you headed to the Space Coast area? Are you already here and wondering what there is to do in this location? Will you be moving to another base?
The Patrick Youth Sponsorship Program can make your stay even better. We will match you with a youth sponsor to make your transition smoother. Youth sponsors are matched to youth according to their sex, age and interests. We also focus on supporting peer-to-peer connections in this program and helping to make them at other Youth Programs. Join us for Youth Newcomer’s the first Friday of every month from 5 - 6 pm. Please come out to learn more about our programs and how you can become involved in all our great activities! Contact us at 321-494-3006 or 321-494-3153 to request a youth sponsor or to become a youth sponsor in this program.
2023 National Military Family Association (NMFA) Operation Purple Camp Applications Open
Operation Purple Camp offers military kids a free week of summer camp where they can learn new skills, have fun and connect with other youth just like them. Families from all military services are eligible to apply.
Visit the NMFA website to learn more and see a list of camp locations
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) Mission Youth Outreach Summer Camps
In 2023, fourteen summer camps will be offered for Mission Youth Outreach eligible military families with children between the ages of 6-18 years old. A variety of camp sessions and dates are available in the following states: CA, FL, IN, MA, MN, MO, NC, NE, NJ, NV, OH, OK, TX, and WI. Camp spaces are limited and available on a first-come first-served process so register soon. If you have questions regarding the Mission Youth Outreach Summer Camp program, please contact MYO@bgca.org; if you have questions regarding a specific camp in the brochure, contact the camp POC listed.
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