Cockeysville Recreation Council  

CYC

Cockeysville Youth Center

What is CYC?

CYC is a parent-run activity that benefits the students of Cockeysville Middle School (CMS). It is organized by CMS parents in partnership with the Cockeysville Recreation Council (CRC). Please note: CYC is a CRC-sponsored event. It is not affiliated with or sponsored by Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) or CMS.



Event Details

CYC is a fun and safe activity that typically takes place on Fridays from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at CMS. It gives students a chance to hang out with friends and make new ones.

  • Admission: $10 per student (cash only, paid at the door)
  • Concessions: Beverages, food, and snacks (cash only)
  • Activities include:
  • DJ and dancing
  • Gym sports
  • Ping pong
  • Other games and activities

Volunteers

  • Every student must have a parent/guardian volunteer once a year.
  • Volunteering grants free entry for your child on that night.
  • We require at least 25 volunteers for each event to avoid cancellation or postponement, so please sign up today!


SCHEDULE

2025-2026 School Year –

CYC Event Dates



  • Friday, September 26 – Sixth Grade Only: Sixth Grade Era


  • Friday, October 24 – Halloween


  • Friday, December 12 – Jingle Ball


  • Friday, January 30 – Winter Glow


  • Friday, March 27 – Spring Fling


  • Friday, May 1 – End of Year Bash


*Please see below for dress code policy.

Student Registration

Registration is now entirely online.

Parents or guardians must complete the registration form for each student attending.

Registration is only required once per school year for all events.

Devices may be available on event nights for parents needing help with registration.

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

Volunteer registration is now entirely online.

All volunteers must complete BCPS Volunteer Training and email their certificate to the CYC Chairs at cockeysvillecyc@gmail.com.

DROP OFF/PICK UP

Drop Off:

  • For a student’s first event, a guardian must accompany them inside to verify registration and payment. Only after that is drop-off is permitted.


Pick Up:

  • All students must be picked up inside the school cafeteria by a parent or guardian by 9:30 p.m. sharp! Students will not be allowed to leave alone or unescorted.


GUEST POLICY

Middle school students from other schools may attend as guests only when accompanied by a current CMS student.

Guests must complete the registration form.

No elementary or high school students are permitted.

CODE OF CONDUCT

DRESS CODE POLICY

Dress Code:

  • Shoes must be worn (flip flops and sandals are acceptable)
  • No pajamas or flannel pants
  • Undergarments must be covered
  • No clothing or accessories related to drugs, alcohol, profanity, or sexual content
  • No exposure of stomach, back, or buttocks
  • No chains or studded accessories of any kind
  • Tank top straps must be at least three adult fingers wide
  • No low-cut, tight, or short clothing
  • Shorts and skirts must be fingertip length or longer
  • No hats or hoods inside
  • Costumes must not include face masks, weapons (real or fake), or offensive themes
  • No oversized bags or backpacks allowed. Small purses and fanny packs permitted. Students are encouraged to bring clear bags


If you do not follow the dress code, you will be asked to change or leave the event.


BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

  • Students are expected to behave appropriately and respectfully. Inappropriate behavior includes: disrespect, cursing, fighting/hitting, kissing, hugging, inappropriate physical contact, unsafe dancing, running, horseplay, and shouting or yelling explicit language.


  • Offenders will be removed from the event, isolated until pick up, and may lose future attendance privileges. Students are not allowed to leave the building without a parent or guardian. Failure to comply may result in exclusion from future events.


  • There is a zero tolerance for offenders, as these rules are both posted and published.

CONTACT US

If you have questions or need help with CYC registration or volunteering, please email the CYC Chairs at cockeysvillecyc@gmail.com.

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