The Child Development Centers of APG are places of learning and nurturing for children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. They provide year-around full-day and hourly programs and before- and after-Kindergarten services to meet the needs of Soldiers and their Families.

Our approach balances both teacher-directed and child-initiated learning, with an emphasis on responding to children's learning styles and building on their strengths and interests. We provide opportunities for learning in literacy, math, science, social studies, the arts, technology, and personal hygiene and health. Yet, we never lose sight of the importance of children's social/emotional development. The most important goal of our early childhood curriculum is to help children become enthusiastic learners. This means encouraging children to be active and creative explorers who are not afraid to try out their ideas and to think their own thoughts.

Full Day Care is offered to children 6 weeks to 5 years. Costs are based on total family income (see fees) as directed by the Department of Defense Patron Fee Policy. Each child is assigned to a primary caregiver. Activities are based on observations.

Hourly Care is offered on a limited basis and must be pre-scheduled.

NOTE: To add your children to the CYS waiting list, please visit: www.MilitaryChildCare.com

CYS Parent Handbook

Fee Charts:
Child Development Ctr (CDC) - 2 week vacation
Child Development Ctr (CDC) - 4 week vacation

The School Age Center (SAC) Program provides before and after school care for school-age children in K-5th grade with enriched, age-appropriate, child-centered activities. Edgewood YS provides care for children grades K-5. Fees are based on Total Family Income (TFI) and billing may occur either monthly or semi-monthly (1st and 15th of month). A summer program provides children with a variety of activities and field trips. The SAC programs are accredited by the Council of Accreditation (COA).

The SAC program includes arts, crafts, fitness, field trips, homework time, cooking projects and community service. The Character Counts! program is a key component interwoven into our daily activities.

The Middle School and Teen (MS/T) Program provides enriched age-appropriate activities. A summer program provides a variety of activities and field trips. Fees are based on Total Family Income (TFI) and billing may occur either monthly or semi-monthly (1st and 15th of the month). The Middle School/Teen program is free after 1 p.m.

Fees may be assessed for special events and field trips.

Open Recreation Program - Aberdeen Area Youth Center provides open recreation programming for Middle Schoolers and Teens every Friday from 6-9 p.m.  Middle School Teens can enjoy pickup basketball, cooking club, staffed internet connected computer lab, free Wi-Fi, interactive gaming...and so much more! For grades: 6-12.

To add your children to the CYS waiting list, please visit: www.MilitaryChildCare.com

CYS Parent Handbook

FEE CHART:
School-Age Care (SAC) and Kindergarten (K)

NOTICE: The AA Athletic Center has re-opened FOR SERVICE MEMBERS only. Hoyle and the 320 Fitness Center remain closed. Please click HERE for important details.

Aberdeen Proving Ground has 3 fitness facilities.

Each facility has a large basketball/volleyball court area, racquetball courts, fitness areas, free weight room and locker and shower areas, some with saunas and steam rooms. Both gymnasiums have a wide variety of sports equipment for checkout, including racquetball equipment, jump ropes, and indoor and outdoor practice balls.

NOTICE: Recently, the Army's Senior Leadership announced the official transition from the Army Physical Fitness Test to the Army Combat Fitness Test. On Oct 1, 2019 all Soldiers entering initial military training.

Basic Combat Training, Advanced Individual Training and One Station Unit Training will be administered the ACFT. The Army as a whole in on a glide path to Total Army implementation no later than Oct 1, 2020. Soldiers on APG will be required to take two not-for-record ACFTs in preparation for the physical test of record no later than October 2020.

APG in support of the Army's efforts to transition to a test that will better connect fitness with combat readiness has invested in functional fitness equipment and upgrades to our fitness facilities infrastructure.

These upcoming modifications along with other reorganization of equipment and priority of utilization will ensure that every Soldier is aligned with the Army Chief of Staff's readiness priorities - highly trained, disciplined and physically fit Soldiers capable of winning on any battlefield at any time.

Army Combat Fitness Test: www.army.mil/acft

NOTICE: The AA Athletic Center has re-opened FOR SERVICE MEMBERS only. Hoyle and the 320 Fitness Center remain closed. Please click HERE for important details.

Aberdeen Proving Ground has 3 fitness facilities.

Each facility has a large basketball/volleyball court area, racquetball courts, fitness areas, free weight room and locker and shower areas, some with saunas and steam rooms. Both gymnasiums have a wide variety of sports equipment for checkout, including racquetball equipment, jump ropes, and indoor and outdoor practice balls.

NOTICE: Recently, the Army's Senior Leadership announced the official transition from the Army Physical Fitness Test to the Army Combat Fitness Test. On Oct 1, 2019 all Soldiers entering initial military training.

Basic Combat Training, Advanced Individual Training and One Station Unit Training will be administered the ACFT. The Army as a whole in on a glide path to Total Army implementation no later than Oct 1, 2020. Soldiers on APG will be required to take two not-for-record ACFTs in preparation for the physical test of record no later than October 2020.

APG in support of the Army's efforts to transition to a test that will better connect fitness with combat readiness has invested in functional fitness equipment and upgrades to our fitness facilities infrastructure.

These upcoming modifications along with other reorganization of equipment and priority of utilization will ensure that every Soldier is aligned with the Army Chief of Staff's readiness priorities - highly trained, disciplined and physically fit Soldiers capable of winning on any battlefield at any time.

Army Combat Fitness Test: www.army.mil/acft

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User eligibility: The APG Post Library supports Soldiers, Dependents, Civilians, Retirees and Contractors.

To register for Library access patrons can physically visit the APG MWR library and complete a registration form.

Register by EMAIL. Attach completed Form DD 7745 (including your digital signature in box 2 of the “Patron Responsibility Statement” section). You can also list any eligible MWR family members on the form. Patron must use a verifiable government email (mail.mil) to show proof of MWR eligibility.  Please allow 72 hours for these applications to process.

Library services:

• Recent adult fiction books
• Non-fiction books
• Magazines, newspapers, and military periodicals
• Children's section with easy books, chapter books, non-fiction and DVDs
• DVDs including feature films, foreign films, television series, documentaries, and fitness videos
• Access to the Chilton® Library online auto repair database.
• PS3, Xbox, and Wii video games
• Computers with CAC readers and printing capability
• Wireless Internet access
• Photocopying, fax, and scanning capability
• Interlibrary loan
• Research assistance
• Customers may reserve books by calling +1 (410) 278-3417, or by visiting the library's online catalog and going to My Account (you'll need to register for Library access before registering and getting a PIN for the online catalog).

Other useful Library links:

• Harford County Public Library (www.harf.lib.md.us)
• SAILOR: Maryland's Public Information Network (www.sailor.lib.md.us)
• Library of Congress (www.loc.gov)
• US Army Center of Military History (www.army.mil/cmh-pg)
• Worldcat (www.worldcat.org)

Some tickets may need to be pre-ordered. Please contact us for information. Ticket pricing and dates are subject to change without notice. These events are open to all DoD Cardholders, Military, Civilian, Contractors, Retirees, Family Members and Guests. Some offers may only be available to military service members.

Tickets For Our Troops - WWE offers all U.S. military personnel free tickets to its live events worldwide as another way for the company to show its gratitude for their service to their country. Click HERE to learn more.

Click here for: Major Amusement Park Tickets

Some tickets may need to be pre-ordered. Please contact us for information. Ticket pricing and dates are subject to change without notice. These events are open to all DoD Cardholders, Military, Civilian, Contractors, Retirees, Family Members and Guests. Some offers may only be available to military service members.

Tickets For Our Troops - WWE offers all U.S. military personnel free tickets to its live events worldwide as another way for the company to show its gratitude for their service to their country. Click HERE to learn more.

Click here for: Major Amusement Park Tickets

NOTICE: Military Life & Family Counselor (MFLC) - phone appointment services available for Active Duty, Retirees and their family members: 443-206-3266/3308 - M-F, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Child MFLC can be reached at: 773-477-1772.

Army Community Service (ACS) offers a wealth of resources for Soldiers, Families, Reservists, Retirees, and DoD Civilians. The programs offered are designed to enhance quality of life, promote resilience and self-reliance, and provide stability during war and peace.

ACS offers a place to find the type of support needed for the enhancement of individuals and Families. We invite you to visit and utilize the many services and opportunities provided to help you face the challenges of military life.
 

Domestic Violence Helpline: +1 (410) 652-6048
Available around the clock, every day of the year, for victims of domestic violence.
 

Breaking the Silence - Support Group: For Service Members and Family Members who have experienced domestic abuse. This group offers support through bi-weekly educational meetings, networking opportunities and a safe space where the healing process can begin. Support and services are confidential.

• Meetings are held on Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.

Military One Source provides useful information and resources to help balance your work and family life. 

• +1 (800) 342-9647
• www.myarmyonesource.com

NOTICE: Army Emergency Relief (AER) Services will be available for Active Duty Military, Retirees and their Families by calling: 410-278-2453. AER has launched a portal to provide the latest information about our response to COVID-19. Click HERE to learn more about financial assistance.

AER Provides financial assistance during valid emergencies that are unforeseen and require immediate attention. Assistance is provided as an interest-free loan. Under extreme circumstances, assistance may be given as a grant. Emergencies must have originated from other than the Soldier’s own actions. Food vouchers are also available for Families in need.

The Army Family Action Plan provides a way for Soldiers, Family members and Civilian employees to let the Army leadership know what works, what does not work, and how things can be changed to improve the quality of life within the Army community.

• Tell Us What You Think – Submission forms are available throughout the APG Community. Submit your ideas, concerns and suggestions.
• AFAP Listens and Acts – Once an issue is received, it is reviewed by local volunteers, discussed at monthly forums, and submitted for action at the APG annual AFAP Conference.
• Together We Find A Solution – Although some issues take time or are proven unattainable, every issue is reviewed, monitored, and tracked until a resolution is found. Most issues can be handled locally and are sent to the appropriate directorate for resolution. Issues beyond the scope of FORSCOM may be forwarded on to the Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA) AFAP Conference.

Let us hear from you: AFAP Virtual Symposium