Build Your CYS Banner

Throughout the Army, all members of the CYS team, whether Child and Youth Program Assistants (CYPAs), management personnel, specialist staff, support staff, or Family Child Care (FCC) providers, work together to improve programs provided to children, youth and their Families. The dedication and devotion to duty displayed by CYS professionals result in nationally recognized world-class programs. The greatest strength of CYS is its people. There are literally thousands of CYS professionals who work tirelessly to sustain CYS as the “Model for the Nation.” This plan visibly and tangibly recognizes installation CYS personnel and FCC providers’ efforts and demonstrates support and appreciation of all members of the CYS team.

As part of the recognition plan, each CYS staff member will receive a personalized display banner after completion of their orientation training and 60-90 days of employment. This banner will be used to display pins and patches earned by the employee throughout their career. The banners will be displayed in the facilities where appropriate and can move with the employee as they progress throughout their career in CYS either within the same installation or when they PCS.

For more information on how to build your banner refer to the CYS Recognition Plan