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Fort Riley Child and Youth Services earns high marks

By Jennifer JamesOctober 7, 2024

Fort Riley Child and Youth Services earns high marks
1 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – The IMCOM G9 CYS – Army Higher Headquarters Inspection team conducted an unscheduled inspection on Fort Riley CYS facilities and programs. Fort Riley Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. John Adkerson and Deputy Garrison Commander Steve Crusinberry, pose with CYS staff, garrison inspectors and the IMCOM G9 CYS Inspection Team Lead. (U.S. Army Photo by Jennifer “JJ” James, Fort Riley Public Affairs Office) (Photo Credit: Jennifer James) VIEW ORIGINAL
Fort Riley Child and Youth Services earns high marks
2 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – The IMCOM G9 CYS – Army Higher Headquarters Inspection team conducted an unscheduled inspection on Fort Riley CYS facilities and programs. Child and Youth Services staff listen as the results from the inspection are announced. (U.S. Army Photo by Jennifer “JJ” James, Fort Riley Public Affairs Office) (Photo Credit: Jennifer James) VIEW ORIGINAL
Fort Riley Child and Youth Services earns high marks
3 / 3 Show Caption + Hide Caption – The IMCOM G9 CYS – Army Higher Headquarters Inspection team conducted an unscheduled inspection on Fort Riley CYS facilities and programs. IMCOM G9 CYS Inspection Team Chief, Chandra Upshaw receives a coin from Fort Riley Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. John Adkerson for her team’s support and efforts during the visit. (U.S. Army Photo by Jennifer “JJ” James, Fort Riley Public Affairs Office) (Photo Credit: Jennifer James) VIEW ORIGINAL

FORT RILEY, Kan. – Fort Riley Child and Youth Services showed improvements during the recent 2024 Army Higher Headquarters Inspection. The number of findings decreased by more than 50% from 2023 and more than 70% from 2022.

The IMCOM G9 CYS – Army Higher Headquarters Inspection team conducted the unscheduled inspection on all nine CYS facilities and programs. Facilities included Warren, 1st Division, Forsyth Child Development Centers, Custer Hill Youth Center and Forsyth and Custer School Age Centers. Programs evaluated were Family Child Care, Sports and SKIESUnlimited Instructional Programs.

The inspection takes a thorough look at everything from safety, files, classroom interactions, training and processes.

Chandra Upshaw, IMCOM G9 CYS Inspection Team Chief, said “The team was very professional and helpful in gathering all the information. I visited all the programs. It was a delight. Keep doing what you’re doing.”