Parent Handbook - MWR Fort Leonard Wood

Registration packets are completed at the CER. Current, up to date immunization records
must be presented at time of registration. Children age 18 months or older must have a
Vacicella/Varivax in addition to other required immunizations before they will be permitted to
use any of the CYS programs.
The registration forms provide CYS staff with Family data needed for program management,
health, safety, and enrollment and admission requirements. It is the parent’s responsibility to
ensure that information on the forms is kept current. Any changes in phone numbers, address, or
emergency contacts should be recorded immediately.
The registration fee is waived for all CYS patrons. Registration is valid for one year and must
be updated annually by the anniversary date. Parents are responsible for making sure all
information on their child’s paperwork is complete and accurate. In an emergency, accurate
information saves valuable time.
WAITING LIST INFORMATION
When daily care programs have reached a maximum enrollment of children, a waiting list is
established for each age group. To be included on the waiting list, you need to provide
information regarding your childcare requirements by filling out the Waiting List Application.
Registration is not required until care is offered and accepted. Vacancies will be filled based on
the date reflected on the waiting list application, as well as on established priorities and date care
is needed.
If a child is withdrawn from any CYS program, the parent must compete for space with all
other eligible patrons if they wish to enroll their child at a later date. Priority status may only be
used once in a given program unless official orders are presented with the Waiting List
Application. At no time, will a child already in a program be displaced to allow for a child with
a higher priority status. The information below explains the different types of waiting lists used
and the priority for filling vacant childcare spaces.
Priority for CYS Care. Priority for care is determined by DoD and Army Regulations.
Priority is given as follows:
Priority 1: Active duty, single parent.
Priority 2: Active duty, dual military.
Priority 3: Active duty sponsor with full time working/full time student spouse.
Priority 4: Full time working single DoD Civilian parent.
Priority 5: DoD Civilian with full time working/full time student spouse.
Priority 6: Active duty sponsors assigned/attached to FLW with a non-working
spouse.
Priority 7: DoD Civilian with a non-working spouse.
Priority 8: Retired military/DoD Contractors.
Priority 9: Active duty sponsors not assigned/attached to FLW.
Priority 10: Children who have exited the program and want to return, or parent
who has refused a childcare slot and has provided the CER with a second projected date for care,
or no call was returned by a parent in reference to a childcare space.
Preference for Care List. This list includes children with parental preference for a specific
type of care. The date you turn in your waiting list application is the date used to place you on
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