In the summer of 2005 the children at the Beachwood School Age Center enjoyed activities involving respect, responsibility, caring, fairness, trust and bullying prevention. They spent time with the local 4-H branch and learned about sign language with guide dogs, showing visitors how a guide dog responds to its companion. The children also worked with their families overseas and with all aspects of the world peace effort.

July was safety month with outdoor and water play. The Center sought to use children's input to help keep playgrounds and equipment safe, and the children made posters about different aspects of safety.

On August 7, the children represented their 4-H clubs at the annual Fort Lewis Country Fair, which also included National Kids Day. "The wonderful gifts these children possess as being military children include diversity and their willingness to help their community," said Deborah Shepard, CC! coordinator assistant. "This summer so far has allowed them to relax and play."