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Month of the Military Child

“Military Children and Youth: A Resilient Force in a Changing World.”

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Apr 1 2021 - Apr 30 2021

Apr 1 2021 - Apr 30 2021

Month of the Military Child is observed each April to honor and celebrate military children and youth for their service, commitment, and sacrifice in support of the Army's mission. The observance reiterates the Army’s commitment to provide quality care and positive youth development for a bright future. The April 2021 observance has the theme, “Military Children and Youth: A Resilient Force in a Changing World.”  

Virtual Observances

April 1 - 30: Celebrating Month of the Military Child

April 1 - 30: Young Lives, BIG Stories

All Army-connected children and youth tell your story on 'What does it mean to be a military child or youth?

April 18 - 24: Purple Up! For Military Kids Week

Wearing purple is a visible way to show support and thank military children and youth for their strength and sacrifices.

Join Fort Greely MWR in celebrating the Month of the Military Child! 

Featured Events

April 1 Wear red, white, and blue + cupcake party for staff and children. 
April 2

International Kids Yoga Day — Wear comfy workout gear!

  • Preschool: Autism Awareness Activity 
  • Wear comfy workout gear and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 5 Alien Day — Show us your interpretation of an alien! 
April 6 CYS Guinness World Record Challenge

Youth ages 6 to 18 will attempt to break Guinness Book Record of passing a soccer ball in a chain virtually. Click here to see Challenge Rules.
April 6-9 National Wildlife Week. 
April 12 UNO Reverse! Inside-Out-Day! 
April 13 Painting a photo booth, come dressed to be messy! 
April 14 National Gardening Day. Dress to get dirty! 
April 15

Purple Up! Day *Purple shirts will be provided by the center* + Art Activity: Painting in the snow! 

  • Wear Purple and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 16 Pajama Day + Tie-Dye Activity
April 17

Military Kids Bowl

  • Military kids will receive one (1) Free Game of Bowling with a Military Adult Game purchase. This offer is valid only on April 17 from 11-7 p.m. A valid military ID is required. 
April 19

Come dressed to impress! Pictures with the photo booth and tie-dye shirts we made part of NAEYC’s “Week of the Young Child”. 

  • Wear Tie-Dye and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 20

You’re a Superstar! Dress the part! 

  • Dress up as a Superstar and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 21 Young Lives, Big Stories Contest (SAC/PS) 
April 26

Pajama Day 

  • Wear pajamas and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 27

Crazy Sock Day 

  • Wear crazy socks and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 28

National Superhero Day! Come dressed as your favorite hero. 

  • Dress up as your favorite Super Hero and submit your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
April 29 International Dance Day
April 30

Crazy Hair Day

  • Show us your crazy hair by submitting your photos to our Facebook Page @GreelyMWR to be featured in our celebration posts.
   

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Program
Child & Youth Services