The document provides information from a weekly family update newsletter from USAACE including: 1) An upcoming calendar of events and training sessions at USAACE for families. 2) Information on the School Liaison Officer program and resources to help military children with education. 3) Details on free tutoring resources through Tutor.com that are available to military families.

1. USAACE Weekly
Family Update
22 July 2011
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1 2011-2012 School
Calendar
2 Did You Know –
School Liaison Officer
(SLO)
3 Tutor.com – FREE
tutoring support
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knowledge is the
discovery of something
we do not understand
~ Frank Herbert
11 August 2011
0800 – 1230
Bldg. 5700, Rm 371F
www.housing.army.mil register
(334) 255-9578 to

2. Page 2 USAACE Family Weekly Update
Upcoming Training: Did you Know?
 25 July – Stress Management
Workshop from 9-12pm at the The School Liaison Program exists to help
Early Childhood Activity children, whose parents are Soldiers, with
Center. Call (334) 255-3898 to their education needs. The School Liaison Officer (SLO) works for
register. the Army in partnership with local schools and the Fort Rucker
community to provide the best possible educational experiences
 27 July – Communications for
Couples from 1130 – 1300 at
for military youth.
The Commons on 7th Avenue.
To register call (334) 255-3898  Mobilizing and using community resources on and off post
to reduce the impact of the mobile military lifestyle on
 28 July – Get R.E.A.L AFTB military children and youth
Concept Block from 0830 –
 Implementing predictable support services that assist
1430 at The Commons. Call
(334) 255-2382 to register. children and youth with relocations, life transitions, and
achieving academic success.
 5 August – ACS’s Promotion  Providing access to a wide range of resources to make
Points is holding a New Parent school transitions easier for parents, youth, schools,
Support Program at Early commanders, and communities.
Childhood Activity Center
(Bldg. 3705) Dean St. To
register call (334) 255-3898 Kimberly Kozel, Fort Rucker School Liaison Officer
Hours of Operation: Mon – Friday 0730 – 4:15 pm
 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 & 25 August – Room 180, Building 132
Resilience Training from 5 – (334) 255-9812
8pm. For details and to
register, call (334) 255-
3643/3735
Upcoming Events: Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS) --
 22 July – “White” Wine Event School Support
from 6-10 pm at The Landing.
Tickets available at Class Six, CYSS Study Strong program supports
AAFES Main Exchange, and students through the following:
the Landing Zone.
1. Homework Centers – these are after school programs facilitated
 25 July to 30 July – Wiz of the
West Auditions, Rehearsals by teaching professionals in our School Age and Youth Services
and Workshops. Call (334) facilities.
255-0666 for more info. 2. Youth Tech Labs – used to establish technology curriculum in
school-age and middle school/teen programs
 2 August – Character Dining at 3. SKIESUnlimited Instructional Program – provides
The Landing Zone from 4:30 – instructional enhancement classes
7pm.
4. Homeschool Support – provided for those Families who choose
 3 & 4 August -- Rockin’ to home school their children.
Rucker’s Talent Show Audition Call Parent Central Registration at (334) 255-9638 for more information
at The Landing’s Ballroom about the CYSS Study Strong program.
from 6-9pm. Call (334) 255-
9810 to register.
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3. USAACE Family Weekly Update Page 3
DoD MWR Library Resources Tutor.com -- FREE Tutoring for
DoD MWR provides library resources at no charge to
service members and their families – a particularly helpful
Military Families
benefit for Guard and Reserve members and their families Tutor.com give eligible military families’ access to
who may not have access to installation libraries. free online tutoring and free homework help from
live, professional tutors in more than 16 subjects.
To check out the online libraries, visit:
www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/Tools/LibraryResources/ Tutors are online 24/7, and you never need an
OnlineLibraries.aspx to access the online libraries. appointment.
 Auto Repair Reference Center
All tutors are real people who are expert in the
 Gale Virtual Reference Library – College Blue Book
subjects they tutor. They tutor every skill level from
 GreenFILE
elementary to advanced, and they can also help with
 Health Library introductory college courses, adult learning, and
 HeritageQuest career transitions.
 Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
 Home Improvement Reference Center To check eligibility and register today visit:
 Peterson’s OASC www.myarmyonesource.com. Roll the cursor over
 Safari Books “Child Youth & School Services” selecting “Study
 Small Engine Repair Reference Center Strong/Tutoring.”
 Student Resources in Context (middle & high
school)
 Teacher Reference Center
 Tumble Books
Alabama’s Tax-Free Weekend Event (5-7 August 2011)
Alabama’s Tax Free Weekend is scheduled for 5-7 August.. The tax-free savings applies
to the following items:
 Clothing under $100
 School supplies under $50
 Books under $30
 Computers/computer equipment under $750
Using common sense will help you save even more during tax free week. Try comparison shopping and look
for coupons towards the items you plan to purchase. The regular sales tax rate in Alabama is only 4%, so
that’s how much money you’d be saving, along with your local sales tax, if applicable. Keep in mind not all
cities and counties are participating – Enterprise, Dothan, Ozark, and Montgomery are participating cities
**Florida tax free weekend is 12-14 August, and Georgia’s is awaiting legislation to be passed.
Military One Source – July webinars
Webinars are web-based training sessions using teleconference audio and the internet to deliver an interactive
seminar. Here are the July Webinars:
 25 July at 11:00 am EST – Foreclosure Rescue Scams: Red Flags and Real Help – Join us to learn
about the warning signs of foreclosure rescue scams and where to find legitimate help if you’ve fallen
behind on your mortgage payments.
 26 July at 11:00 am EST - Home Sweet Home Improvement – Whether planning an addition, or getting
new storm windows, finding a competent and reliable contractor is the first step to a successful and
satisfying home improvement project.
 28 July at 11:00 am EST – Taking the Scare Out of Auto Repair – know how your vehicle works,
identify common car problems, how to select a good technician and consumer rights.