Mildenhall USAFE

RAF Mildenhall
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Overview and Mission: The program serves children of active duty military and Department of Defense civilians from both the RAF Mildenhall and RAF Lakenheath communities. We work in partnership with families to offer a safe and stimulating program of activities that fosters positive development of the whole person while facilitating respect for diversity and encouraging a sense of independence, responsibility and self-esteem. Our goal is to enable each youth to experience achievement, leadership, and recognition. Go to an in depth overview.
SCHOOL AGE CARE
Accreditation by NSACA August, 2000 Staff: Youth Programs Director Coordinator, 12 Program Assistants (School Year) 19 Program Assistants (Summer Camp) 1 Certified Arts & Crafts Instructor 2 Administrative/Clerical Staff
Capacity: 84 School Year (24 5-7 year olds, 60 7-12 year olds); 108 Summer Camp (36 5-7, 72 8-12)
			Facility Description (optional): This state of the art, 22,000 square foot facility house a variety of programs especially for youth ages 5-18. Two activity rooms are dedicated to the school age program (SAP) and offer developmentally appropriate and engaging activities. Each room has a number of features including Internet capable computers, arts and crafts areas, and dramatic play. The room for children ages 7-12 has a number of unique features such as sewing machines, a working kitchenette, and drama center. A dedicated arts and crafts workshop staffed by a certified instructor offers a specialized arts-based program that is fun and educational. We also have an SAP homework room which is manned by two staff members. The room contains a computer lab with 8 brand new computers all with Internet access and a color laser printer. A large outdoor playground is available for use by children attending the program.
Special Features: Funded site for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America/JCPenney Project Learn Program Part of the Best Youth Program in Air Force 1998 Part of the Best Youth Program in USAFE 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996 16 computers for children’s use all with Internet capabilities Dedicated homework room Specialized arts and crafts workshop
YOUTH CENTER
Programs: Open Recreation, Youth Sports, Instructional Classes
Staff: 1 Youth Programs Director 1 Program Director 1 Assistant Program Director 1 Youth Sports Director 1 Teen Coordinator 6 Recreation Assistants A variety of contract instructors Capacity: Varies based on program, serving children ages 3-18
			Facility Description: We have a full-size gymnasium that hosts a variety of sports and instructional classes including in-line hockey, gymnastics, indoor soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Our indoor climbing wall also offers unique opportunity for children to explore. The open recreation area boasts a snack bar, games area including pool, fooseball, and air hockey, and a Cyber Café with 7 computers all with internet access and a variety of programs. A large outdoor area contains a paved court and playground area for use of our members. A dance room is also available for a variety of classes including jazz, ballet, JazzFX dance team, and karate
Special Features: Best Youth Program in Air Force 1998 Best Youth Program in USAFE 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996 Cyber Café with 7 Internet-capable computers Affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of America Affiliated with the Youth Employment Skills (YES) Program Participates in the Extreme Summer Program sponsored by USAFE which includes trips to Euro Space Camp, Youth Outdoor Adventure camps, and guest speakers including Fred “Curly” Neal, Ricky Williams from the New Orleans Saints, and Dr. Carl Saga NASA Astronaut Extensive offering of trips and activities Indoor climbing wall Award-winning dance team program Recipient of the Girls’ Sports Foundation Grant
	Contact:	Julie Hufana. Family Member Program Flight Chief 100 SVS/SVY Unit 4905 Box 405 APO AE 09459 Phone: 011-44-1638-542525 julie.hufana@mildenhall.af.mil	Go directly to RAF Mildenhall The Suffolk Site Bury St. Edmunds and Beyond

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