SKIESUnlimited is an Army Child, Youth and School (CYS) Services Program for instructional classes.  The name “SKIESUnlimited” combines the acronym for “Schools of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills” with the word “Unlimited” for the unlimited learning possibilities this Program offers to military children and youth.  SKIESUnlimited provides the framework or umbrella for all instructional programming in the CYS Services System worldwide.  SKIESUnlimited encompasses instructional programs for children and youth from six weeks through 18 years of age.

Young people spend as much as 80% of their waking time outside the classroom.  When involved in instructional programs during the critical hours of 1500 to 2000, they are less likely to engage in undesirable behavior.  Children and youth participate in instructional programs for a variety of reasons:  to explore new skills; pursue and nurture personal interests; interact socially with others; build a resume; bolster a college application; or foster a close relationship with caring, knowledgeable adults outside of the home. 

Instructional programs foster the development of critical life, leadership, and social skills.  The latest educational research confirms that students’ involvement in after-school instructional programs is beneficial on all levels.  Instructional programs have been shown to promote the intellectual development of children and youth. Take this opportunity at Fort Huachuca , AZ , to allow your child/youth to participate in SKIESUnlimited Classes.  For more information about current and upcoming classes, please contact Ms. Suzanne Crawford, Instructional Programs Specialist, at 520-533-4823 from 0700 to 1600, Monday-Friday or by email at Suzanne.Crawford@us.army.mil.

Programs starting November 1, 2012 are:

Bringing Stories to Life

Gymnastics

College Prep Writing

High School Prep Writing

Creative Hands

Crafty Hands

African Style Dance

Hip Hop

Jazz/Tap Dance

Contemporary/Lyrical

Creative Writing

Cooking classes

Technique Dance Classes 

Stretching Classes for Dance

Drama Classes

Private Musical Theatre

Group Musical Theatre Lessons

Current SKIESUnlimited Classes

The following Classes held at the Expanding Horizons Child Development Center, Bldg. # 49055, Cushing Street:

-CREATIVE HANDS Classes are offered on  Thursdays from 1530 to 1530 and 1630 , for children from 6 to 10 years of age at a fee of $40 per month (four classes) for a 1-hour class. Students explore different creative art projects every month.

-CRAFTY HANDS Classes are offered on  Thursdays from 0900-0945  for children from 3 to 5 years of age at a fee of $40 per month (four classes) for a 1-hour class. Students explore different creative art projects every month.


-BRINGING STORIES TO LIFE Classes are held on Fridays from  1000 - 1045 for children from 3 to 5 years of age at a fee of $30 per child per month (4 classes). This class is designed to promote literacy through storytelling and to introduce children to letters, numbers, colors, shapes, seasons and feelings.

-COMPUTER  Basic Classes are held Tuesdays from 1530-1630 for 6 to 10 year olds, and Thursdays, from 1530-1630 for 11 to 17 year olds. Cost is $40 per month for 4 classes. Limit of 7 students per class

-Creative Writing and Fiction Classes are held Tuesdays, for children in grades 6 through 8 at a cost of $40 per month. 

-Karate Classes are held for Little Dragons Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1530-1615  for children ages 4-7. Beginners Class Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1630-1730 for children ages 8-17. Cost is $40 per student per month for 8 classes. 

-College/High School Preparation Writing Classes are held  Wednesdays (Collage Prep) 1630-1730 for 9-12 graders. High School Prep  Thursdays 1630-1730 for 6-8 graders. Cost is $40 per student per month for 4 classes.

All participants must be registered CYS Services.  For CYS Services Registration, please call (520) 533-0738 or visit the Parent Central Office located in Building #52111 Tindall Street.