ACS Green Press Newsletter - APR 2012

Army Community Service (ACS) Fort Drum, April 2012

ACS Green Press
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Direct questions / feedback To: Sarah Lynch : 772-5374 sarah.l.lynch@us.army.mil
Inside this issue: Honoring the Military Child
Mandatory ACS Program- 2
ming Need To Know - In 1986 Defense Secretary with military children, we month of the year.
from your USC Caspar Weinberger designated have an opportunity to rec- The Army Community
Regarding Resilience : Tips, 3 April as Month of the Military ognize the sacrifices these Service Family Advocacy
tools and techniques for Child. Since then, every April special children make be-
practicing resiliency everyday Program is partnering with
our nation honors and recog- cause of the honorable ser- CYSS to hold their Child
ACS Friends and 4 nizes military children as the vice of their Soldier . Mili-
Neighbors Fort Drum Safety and ID day at the
Kids young heroes they are. tary children endure frequent Child, Youth and School
This month’s newsletter fea- moves, loss of friendships Services (CYSS) Youth
Military Kids in the 5
Community tures children of Fort Drum and family separation as well Center in honor of Month
who are part of the nearly 1.7 as many other stressors that of the Military Child on
Military Kids in the 6
Community million children in military stem from the service of their Saturday April 21 from 1-
Families of which approxi- parent or parents. 4pm. Come on out and
Monthly Feature: Family 8,9
Advocacy Program (FAP) mately 900,000 have had one Army Community Service learn about safety, get free
Child Youth Behavior 10 or both parents deploy multiple (ACS) offers programs and identification kits and take
Consultants times. Every day military chil- services for the entire Family advantage of the give-
dren face, with strength to en- including programming spe- aways. While you’re there,
Military Kids on the Move 11
dure, challenges that are cifically designed for chil- attend the CYSS Month of
specific to their lifestyles and dren. Programs such as the the Military Child Carni-
On the Payroll 12
with pride for their parent or Exceptional Family Member val. There will be games,
Advantage Kids After
School Program parents who serve our nation Program, New Parent Sup- prizes, food and fun for
in various military branches. As port and your child and the child in
ACS Events and Classes 13,14 Family Members, Teachers, Family Advocacy Program you.
ACS Contacts 15 Civilian Employees, and Vol- are focused on the well be- ACS salutes Fort Drum’s
unteers, or anyone who works ing of the Military Child not Military Children!
only in April, but every

EFMP DRAMA CLINIC
For children ages 8-18 on the Autism Spectrum to build
social skills
Adult Training 10:00-12:00
Actor Workshop 12:00-2:30
March 24 and 31, May 26 and June 2
ACS Ball Room
This is a free event

ACS Green Press April 2012

What You Might Need To Know
from your ACS Unit Service Coordinator (USC)
Army Commu- that all new commanders have a Family tion Readiness Program’s (RELO)
nity Service Advocacy Program overview brief within Overseas Orientation Brief (AR 608-14-
utilizes a Unit 45 days of assumption of command. AR 22, 1.5 hour).
Service Coordinator (USC) to reach out 608.18 also mandates that troops receive Over the next few weeks The USC will
to command teams to find out the type Domestic Violence Awareness Training be contacting their assigned Command
of information and referral needed to for a minimum of 1 hour as well as Child Teams to arrange meetings and to
best support their Soldiers and Fami- Abuse Detection and Awareness Training discuss your readiness needs.
lies. The USC goes directly to the unit for a minimum of 1 hour annually.
and completes a desk side needs assess-
ment to determine unit specific needs.
The Required Financial Readiness Pro- Think ACS First!
gram (FRP) trainings as per AR 608-14-
The USC sits down with command 39 are the Financial Readiness for 1st
teams to determine which training is Termers (8 hours), Checkbook/Money
If you are part of your
appropriate to offer based on the De- Management (Command-referred 1.5 unit command team
ployment Cycle Support Training Ma- hours) PCS Financial Planning (1.5 and would like a visit
trix, mandatory unit trainings and indi- hours) and Army Emergency Relief Com-
vidual needs the command teams iden- mand Referral Training (AR 930-4, 1
from your Unit Service
tify based on the overall needs of their hour) Coordinator,
Soldiers at that specific time. Other trainings required include Mobili- please contact
Many of the ACS classes and trainings zation and Deployment (Mob/Dep) Pre- Sarah Lynch at
are required for commands to pass in- deployment and Reunion Briefings (AR
spections. In fact, AR 608.18 mandates 600-20 5-10, 1-2 hours) and the Reloca-
772-5374

21st Annual
International Festival of Food
Volunteer Support Fund
Friday, April 20, 2012
4:30-8:00 PM at The Commons
Pick up at will call the night of the event!
All proceeds benefit Fort Drum Community Volunteers
by paying for childcare!
Pre-Sale tickets available
March 7-April 4th
Through Unit Representatives, ACS, Off the Beatin
Path, or
American Red Cross Window at Clark Hall
Tickets: $10 age 12 and older ($15 at the door)
$5 for kids 3-11


Regarding Resilience: Tips, tools and techniques for practicing
resilience everyday!
By Jenn Eichner, MRT 772-2848

Energy Management
Hope you had a wonderful February – These are good strategies that can be then move on to the next muscle
filled with hopeful, optimistic kicked into action as soon as an Activat- group
thoughts! Have you been noticing ing Event happens.  For each group tense the muscles
yourself recognizing Activating for fifteen seconds, then relax them
Events? Have you identified any Principles for designing mental games for thirty seconds
Thinking Traps or Iceberg Beliefs that include the following: Must require your  After each muscle group, take a
may need closer attention in order to full attention, should be hard and fun and minute break before continuing to
maintain productivity? Remember, must be games you can do within a few the next muscle group
resilience is a practice not an overall minutes. A few examples include: Math
body of knowledge. Practice makes games: Count back from 1,000 by 7s.
perfect! Energy Management is a crucial part of
Alphabet games: Work your way through
maintaining a happy, healthy self. Take
the alphabet, naming someone for each
the time to find ways to reduce your
Today we are going to talk about pair of initials. Categories games: Name
stress in a way that works for you. If
Energy Management. What do you all the sports figures, war heroes, etc. you
you are finding it difficult to do this,
do to relax and alleviate stress in your can in two minutes. Lyrics: Recite upbeat
you may want to search your mind for
life? Are you a runner? Do you knit song lyrics.
a Thinking Trap and/or an Iceberg
or play an instrument? Or are you one
Belief that may be inhibiting you. For
of many that have not yet found that Controlled Breathing techniques for En- example, the Me, Me, Me Thinking
outlet? Energy Management is a ergy Management include the following: Trap may find you feeling as if taking
critical resilience competency as it Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Medita- care of self is not a priority. Or if one
helps to build self-regulation. The goal tion and Positive Imagery. Give it a try: of your Iceberg Beliefs is, “I should be
of Energy Management is to develop
able to handle it all”, you may find En-
strategies that lower the intensity of
emotions so that you can think and  Do controlled breathing for two min- ergy Management a sign of weakness.
utes In either case, your Thinking Trap
respond more clearly and with greater
and/or Iceberg Belief would be harm-
control. The challenge is that no one  As you breathe in, make fists and
ful thinking and should be reevaluated.
can tell you exactly what strategies will tense your hands and lower arms Remember the old but very true saying
work for you. You may need to take  Keep your muscles tight for the count – you can’t fully take care of others
the time and try a few and see which of fifteen until you take care of yourself.
you find to be relaxing and calming.
 As you exhale, relax the muscles
Research has found that in a pinch,
quickly and concentrate on the feeling Have a great month – good luck and
breathing techniques and mental
of relaxation good thoughts!
games may be the best place to start.
 Do twice; take a minute break and

Upcoming MRT Dates
April 9 Module 2 9:30am-2:30 pm
May 21 Module 3 9:30am-2:30 pm
June 11 Module 4 9:30am-2:30 pm
August 13 Module 5 9:30am-2:3
All Modules will be held at ACS Times include 1 hour lunch break
refrigerators available for use

ACS Green Press April 2012 Page 4

ACS Friends and Neighbors-Promoting Community
Fort Drum Kids in the Spotlight
Since April is The Month of the Mili-
tary Child, Instead of Spouse in the
Spotlight, ACS wanted to introduce our
readers to some of the kids that are part
of our community.

Tiffany Allen is the middle child and
only girl of the bunch. Tiffany is a 3rd Rahman White is the youngest of
grader at Carthage Elementary. Tif- three children. He attends the
fany doesn’t have a favorite subject at Strong Beginnings Program
school, she loves everything about through CYSS. Rahman loves any
school and learning. Tiffany’s favorite sport with a ball, playing with Bay-
colors are pink and purple and is usu- blades, drawing and playing his
Rashaun Vinson in 11 years old and ally up for anything from riding her Nintendo DS.
in the 5th grade at Carthage Middle bike to reading, playing video games Another thing Rahman absolutely
School. His favorite subject at school and doing arts and crafts. Tiffany loves to do is EAT! His favorites
is Science. Rashaun’s favorite color is plans to become a fashion when she line up with anything his Dad likes.
red; he is extremely sociable, which is grows up. She also hopes to go to In fact in the picture above, he is
an important trait for any military college when she is 13. This may be wearing his Dad’s hat!
child when it comes to making new attainable because when she was in When Rahman grows up, he wants
friends. Someday, you might see Virginia her school skipped her from to be in the military just like his
Rashaun speeding away in a red race the 1st to 3rd grade; she was part of the father. Rahman’s mother will tell
car because, as a small child, Rashaun Gifted and Talented Program and was you that he is a very happy kid,
dreamed of being a race car driver; student of the month during the 2009- who is always singing and saying
right now he is keeping his options 10 school year. hello to the people he meets but
open. Tiffany and her friend started an envi- most of all he loves his mama!
Rashaun enjoys building with Legos ronmental club called, Save the Planet. Rashaun, Tiffany and Rahman are
and putting together model cars. They meet once a week and decide the children of Christina and Rah-
Rashaun also loves eating, in fact if what small projects they can do man White. Christina is prior mili-
you asked what one of the best things around the neighborhood, like pick up tary and is now a stay at home mom
about being in the military is, he cans and bottles or plant flowers. looking for a job. Rahman has
would respond all the activities on Tiffany is a very positive, cheerful been in the military for 24 years.
post, especially ones with FOOD! young lady but when asked what she
Rashaun is frequently found on likes about the military, she states that
Tuesdays at the Winners Circle for she doesn’t like all the moving and
Family Night at the Commons. having to make new friends.


Military Kids in the Community: Making Lasting
Impressions
Fort Drum Kids Name the Zoo’s Latest Baby!
The story began contest, the children from Chapel An- and you what? Ninja was one of the five
in September of nex Drive came up with a long list that names chosen to be voted on by the
2011 when the included names like Sponge bob, fluffy, public.
Watertown Zoo or even the same name as the child who
received infor- suggested the name. For instance, Susie Too make a long story short, the five
mation about an thought the Kitten should be named- kids who suggested Ninja as a good
abandoned male you guessed it- Susie! The list was nar- name for the kitten were not the only
mountain lion rowed down to the ten most popular people to think that. When Northern
cub being held by the Montana Fish, names submitted by the kids and the NY cast their votes Ninja was the
Wildlife and Parks Department. Ap- name Ninja was suggested by five dif- winner!
parently, the cub was found by utility ferent kids from Chapel Drive Annex.
workers after either being abandoned The five kids who suggested the name The military kids at Chaple Drive Annex
or separated from his mother. were, Elias Chavez, Nicolette Austin, have enjoyed their moment of fame with
Fortunately for the Watertown Zoo, Alonzo Alvarez, Richard Barker and a television news piece as well as a visit
as well as many young fans, the kitten Nora Bernat had no idea what would from the zoo staff who brought them
came to live in upstate NY. happen next. stuffed baby Ninja animals! The Chapel
Drive Center is planning a field trip to
The Staff at the zoo narrowed the list visit Ninja this Spring.
In January 2012 the zoo had a compe-
tition to name the kitten. After being further to five names which included
prompted by their teacher to enter the Linus, Sorky, Climby, Tsavaorite, and

“They can climb to the tippy
top of a tree like a Ninja.”
Richard Baker

“Ninja is a good name they run
fast and battle and climb big rocks The whole gang with the teacher who
just like a Ninja.” Elias Chavez gave them the idea, Ms. Amy Thomas.

“The bab
y lion lost
he lives at his mama
the zoo an and
cute….we d he’s
etty and named him
“Mountain lions are pr Nicolette
Austin
Ninja!”
e mine!”
Ninja has blue eyes lik
Nora Bernat

“It’s cool
and awesome and
perfect name for a
a lion.”
Alonzo Alvarez


Military Kids in the Community: Making Lasting
Impressions
Jiu Jitsu Nation of Watertown: Proudly Serving Military Families
bany, two of the four kids that com- “As children they have a hard time
peted were from military families. expression how they feel while deal-
Gabriel Smith whose father is sta- ing with these issues. We at Jiu Jitsu
tioned at Fort Drum, took a gold give them a positive, structured ave-
medal in both gi and no gi categories nue to do so, while at the same time
while JJ Comely, after only training in serving as a positive role model.”
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for three months,
took a bronze in both the gi and no gi Marc also noted that Jiu Jitsu Nation
categories.” has a number of active duty Soldiers
who are also instructors at Jiu Jitsu
Pictured from left to right with Marc I asked Marc to tell me about the ser- Nation. “Curtis Mosely holds the
Stevens: Gabriel Smith, Matt Simmons, JJ vice he provides to Fort Drum. He rank of purple belt in Brazilian Jiu
responded, “We work hand in hand Jitsu and teaches our fundamentals
Comley, Carter Comley, Nick Rogers
with military kids to help them deal classes. Our kids boxing program is
with the added pressures of having taught by SFC Marques Daniels who
Jiu-Jitsu Nation located on Arsenal Street in parents who are deployed and serving is one of our professional fighters as
Watertown, provides beginner and ad- their country.” well as the 2010 All Army Combat-
vanced martial arts classes for ages 4 and up ive Champion.”
and accommodates all skill levels. Marc’s desire to reach out to the mili-
tary children motivates him to offer I asked Marc to explain what the
Owner, trainer and competitor, Marc significant military and family dis- kids gain from his classes and he
Stevens and his instructors exhibit a real counts. Jiu Jitsu currently offers both said, “Over time spent with these
passion for mixed martial arts and for the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and boxing for kids. kids we notice a number of changes.
students they teach. I recently spoke with Both classes teach kids discipline, self Most often it has to do with respect
Marc about the military kids in his program confidence, self-control and provide and confidence. They must maintain
and he had this to say: an outlet for energy, frustration and good grades as well as keeping a bal-
aggression. Children of military fami- anced home life which is great to see
“Here at Jiu Jitsu Nation our kids program
lies have to deal with mom and or dad in today’s youth.” “Kids who train
currently has about 50 “little ninjas,” as I
being away from home on the front in Jiu Jitsu aren’t out getting into
like to call them, of which about half are
lines during war. Marc understands trouble on the streets!” Marc
military kids. In fact, this past weekend at
and empathizes with how difficult exclaimed.
the North American Grapplers Association
dealing with these feelings can be.
(NAGA) NY State Championships in Al-

It’s not what you think
While we try to teach our children all
you are that holds your
about life,
back, it’s what you think
you are not.” Our children teach us what life is all
Denis Waitley about
~Angela Schwindt


Monthly Feature:
Army Community Center Family Advocacy Program
The Family Advocacy Program is a quality of life. offered include: Baby Boot Camp,
strength based military community Here at Fort Drum, we offer a number of Terrific Toddlers (Birth to four),
agency that provides a variety of holistic exceptional educational programs to help Middle Years (Four-Twelve), Scream
and educational programs to Soldiers support Families in all stages. The New Free Parenting, and For Fathers
and their Families. The program serves Parent Support Program consists of a Only.
to assist in the development of strong team of professional nurses and social Don’t Stress! Family Advocacy also
Army Families as well as aid in the pre- workers who provide supportive and car- offers skill enhancing classes to help
vention and treatment of Family vio- ing services to military Families with chil- build resilience and coping skills for
lence. dren from birth to three years of age. Ser- everyday situations. Services of-
The Family Advocacy Team is dedicated vices offered include: home visits, infant fered include: Resilience Classes,
to preventing spouse and child abuse massage, and Parent’s Alone Support Stress Management, Conflict Resolu-
through awareness, education, prompt Group. tions, Reintegration Classes, Anger
reporting, intervention and treatment. The Family Advocacy Parent Educators Management, and Couples Commu-
The overall mission is to provide ser- offer parenting classes designed to give nication.
vices to support readiness of Soldiers parents the knowledge they need to estab-
and their Families to promote self- lish healthy routines, positive disciplines,
reliance, resilience and stability in order communication skills, and nutrition for
to enhance relationships and improve healthy growth and development. Classes

Providing a Framework for Success through Parenting
Workshops Dani Reed Family Advocacy
I often hear parents say they wish chil- For Fathers Only, this 8 hour work- nursing and weaning toddlers, explore
dren were born with manuals; to make shop is designed to give fathers tools on the possibility of another baby and re-
raising them easier. Here at the Family positive discipline and building self es- view community resources for toddlers
Advocacy Program we don’t necessary teem in a stimulating environment. and their parents.
have the manual; however we do have Through lecture, workshop exercises, Middle Years is designed for children 5
workshops and classes to give parents small group activities and one-on-one -12 years old. This 6 hour workshop is
the tools to become better parents. coaching, Fathers will be challenged, designed to give parents strategies on
prodded and encouraged to redesign positive discipline, sibling rivalry, com-
The military community includes ap-
their approach to their parenting skills. munication skills, establishing family
proximately 1.8 million children and
They will become a more effective par- rules and nutrition for healthy growth
youths under the age of 18 nationwide.
ent and more deeply connected to the and development.
Raising a happy, healthy child is one of
most important people in their lives,
the most challenging jobs a parent can Baby Boot Camp, is a 7 hour work-
their Family.
have-- and also one of the most reward- shop designed to assist new parents that
ing. Good parenting helps foster empa- Terrific Toddlers is for parents with have children ages 0-3 years old and ex-
thy, honesty, self-reliance, self-control, children birth to 4 years old. During pecting parents with information regard-
kindness, cooperation, and cheerfulness, this 6 hour workshop we’ll talk about ing basics of infant care. Topics include:
while allowing the natural consequences discipline (teach and protect) and man- infant massage, baby proofing the
of a child's behavior to do the teaching. aging the array of new emotions includ- home, breast feeding, good nutrition,
ing temper tantrums. And we'll discuss
Our programs include: (Continued on page 8)
predictable sleep challenges, talk about


Parenting Workshops Continued...
(Continued from page 7)
We also participate special events like
and much, much more. the upcoming Child Identification and
Scream Free Parenting is not just Safety Day at CYSS, 21 April 1:00-4:00.
For most parents, nothing is more im- Whatever you vividly
about lowering your voice. It’s about imagine, ardently desire,
portant than the safety of their children.
learning to calm your emotional reac- sincerely believe and
Keeping kids safe is everybody's re-
tions and focus on your own behavior enthusiastically act
sponsibility, so whether you're a parent
more than your kids’ behavior. This 6 or not we all need to be aware and do upon…
hour workshop gives parents tools for a all we can to protect children. So the Must inevitably come to
lifelong parenting process. It involves first step in the educational process is to
pass
the acquisition of new knowledge, raise the awareness level of parents.
skills, abilities and attitudes towards the Participating vendors will be there to Paul J. Meyer
learning process for parents. offer information and answers ques- Recognized as Most
tions. Children will have fun at the admired Man of the
Our parenting workshops are worth-
Month of the Military Child Carnival Decade
while for every parent, because they can
help you do the best job possible in and the Special Teddy Bear Clinic for a
raising your children, building trust, medical checkup where kids will receive
improving your confidence in your par- a certificate of good health. A great day
enting ability, this is the most important involving fun for parents and children,
job you will ever have. Become in- no reservation is necessary, this event
volved and contact FAP: 772-4244. will be enjoyed by the entire family.

New Parent Support Program– A Helping Hand
The Family Advocacy Program ers and fathers are welcome, as well-being.
(FAP) New Parent Support Pro- well. The workshop is held at an AIDS GROWTH AND DEVEL-
gram was developed to help mili- on-Post Community within the OPMENT: Studies have shown in-
tary families with young children to housing areas. The most recent creased weight and immune function.
adapt to parenthood and to thrive workshop was held during the Myelination of nerves is also in-
as healthy families. The program month of March. creased. All of these components, in
staff consists of Registered nurses and
The benefits of infant massage in- turn, are needed for brain and muscle
social workers who offer home visits,
clude: development.
classes, playgroups and workshops for
new parents. RELAXATION: The massage PROMOTES HEALING: Massage
One of the more popular classes of-releases tension, fussiness and irri- helps aid teething distress and im-
fered by the New Parent Support tability. It can aid in the digestive proves lung congestion for little ones,
process and help reduce colic and
Program is the Infant Massage Class. with a cold.
gas. Massage is a wonderful way to PROMOTES COMMUNICA-
On a quarterly basis, New Parent
lessen stress in both the infant and TION: Parents become more aware
Support Home Visitors provides
the parents. of baby’s non-verbal cues. One-on-
an Infant Massage educational 4-
week Workshop series. It is made ENHANCES BONDING: one communication instills a message
available to parents with infants, Massage conveys nurturing and of love and security.
from 8 weeks to 8 months old. love, the essential ingredients for IMPROVES BABY’S SLEEP: As
Grandparents and expectant moth- emotional and physical growth and


New Parent Support Continued...
(Continued from page 8) If you would like to learn more
about the program and what they
the infant learns to relax and release have to offer, give them a call.
stress, sounder and longer sleep is
Contact Ms. Terry Herzog for infor- A new baby is like the
often the result. Whether you are
mation at (315) 772-0748. beginning of all thing,
interested in learning massage or
you would just like someone to talk hope, a dream of
to about your successes and con- possibilities.
cerns as a new parent. The New
Parent Support Team can fill in `anonymous
when sometimes your sister, mom
or Grandma aren't able to be there.

Baby Bundles are a terrific
program for expecting
parents!

If you are an E-5 or below,
expecting a baby, register for
your free baby bundle full of
goodies for you and your
new baby!

There is no rank restriction
if you are expecting multiple
ACS Welcomes baby Chase Aidan Brown! Born births!
February 22 2012. Chase and his mom, who is a
Soldier with 66 MP CID, came by to pick up their
for more information call
baby bundle and give the ACS staff a chance to see
772-4244
his beautiful face! More good news for mom– She
just found out she was promoted to Staff Sergeant!


Spring Clean Your Closet
Annual ACS Spring Clothing Drive
Donation Drop Times and Locations:
Community Centers-April 2-23, Mon-Fri 8-5 pm
ACS - April 9-23, Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30 pm
Giveaway:
27 April from 1:00-4:00 or until everything is gone
For More information: Call Sarah Lynch 772-5374

our donations are appreciated!
Child Youth Behavior Military Family Life Consultants: Here
to Support the Military Child
The Military child is often regarded as Child & Youth Behavioral Military available to you, free of charge with
being extremely resilient. They adapt and Family and Life Consultants (CYB- complete confidentiality. The CYB-
overcome many unique challenges, such MFLC) available to help you and your
MFLCs does not keep files or report
as, multiple moves, deployments and children with situational, short-term,
findings with the exception of duty-to-
changing schools to just name a few. problem solving support. All of thewarn situations. They are simply here
Many studies show that the Military child CYB-MFLCs are Masters and Ph.D. to help make the Military child’s path
becomes a very well adjusted adult, but level counselors who can address the
manageable and enjoyable, which will
the path is not always easy for the chil- following types of issues: serve to be a great support to parents
dren or the parents. Did you know that  School Adjustments as well. Because of their expertise,
support is readily available to you? ACS Mobilization and Deployment
 Deployment and Separation
has also paired with the CYB MFLCs
Do you have a child or young adult who
 Reunion Adjustment to provide pre and post-deployment
you feel could benefit from discussing
their challenges with a counselor who  Sibling and Parent Communication trainings for children ages 6 through
18 years of age.
specializes in child and youth behavior?  Behavioral Concerns
Did you know that you may not need to If you feel you could benefit from the
look any further than our on-post Child,  Fear, Grief and Loss CYB MFLC program, please contact
Youth and School Age Services (CYSS)?  Daily Life issues them at 315-523-3141for more
program information.
Currently, Fort Drum CYSS as four (4) All of these services and more are


Military Kids on the Move! A Relocation Guide for Parents
Moving is an accepted part of being Do your homework so you can “sell” viewed as a safe, centralized virtual
in the military. To adults who antici- the new community to your child. Use "file drawer" where a student (or par-
pate, expect and sometimes want to www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil to get
ent) can keep track of all the details
move, moving can be both an adven- more information about the new loca-
tion. This web page will link you to that not only difficult to organize, but
ture and a trying experience. If moving
is an adventure for the adult, what does everything you need including informa- so necessary when students move or
moving mean to a child? tion on schools, housing, employment apply for college, jobs or military ser-
For some children, moving can also be and the local community. vice.
viewed as an adventure; however some When registering your children in their Above all TALK to your kids!! Have
children can experience a range of frank discussions BEFORE, DUR-
new schools have copies of their tests,
emotions from worry to excitement, ING, and AFTER the move. Fear of
writing samples and their school re-
sadness, curiosity, stress and hope. It the unknown exists before and after
can also mean leaving friends, going to cords. If your children are young, in- you get to your new location. It’s im-
a new school, and feelings of fear. clude samples of their artwork and portant to keep the lines of communi-
Preparation and careful planning in all printing. It is also a good idea to copy cation open. Share your thoughts and
areas can help make moving a positive the front, back and cover page of their let your child know that you’ll work
experience for all. textbooks. This helps your new school through things together.
The best thing you can do is visit your place students in the right classes. The For more information on moving con-
Relocation Readiness office! They can web page www.schoolquest.org is a tact the Relocation Program at 772-
give you information on your next duty secure storage site for students’ educa-
6566
station and help educate and guide you
tional, extra-curricular, award, volun- or.drum.mwracsrelo@conus.army.mil.
through the moving process. The less
anxious you are the less anxious your teer and work information. Please
children will be. Remain optimistic and note, though, this NOT a replacement
positive about the moving experience. for a school transcript. It can be

Did You Know the ACS Employment Readiness
Program Serves Teens?
Every year millions of teens work in ERP could benefit teens and enhance Annually, ERP hosts a career fair just
part time or summer jobs. Summer their marketability both now and in for teens. In fact, the Teen Career
employment provides a great opportu- the future. Fair will be held on 4 April at the
nities to develop skills, enhance re- Computers for the Workforce is a ACS from 10 am -2 pm. The Teen
sponsibility, and learn the value of free career development series offer- Career Fair has local business repre-
money. The Employment Readiness ing classes in Internet, Word and sentatives who have summer posi-
Program (ERP), in conjunction with Excel. Some basics skills in Word tions to recruit for. Often the teens
the CYSS Hired program, works to and Excel can benefit a teen whose are hired directly from this Career
teach skills such as resume writing, job summer job is in an office setting. Fair.
searching, and interviewing to the The Build Your Own Business If you would like more information
teens participating in the program. Workshop is great for a teen who is or to schedule an appointment,
ERP can also meet one on one with interested in opening a landscaping please contact ERP at 772-9611 or
teens to assist with their personal job business, or who might be the next 772-1090.
search regardless of participation in Mark Zuckerberg with an idea like Think ACS First!
the Hired! Program. Some of the Facebook.
workshops and classes offered by


Look Who’s on the Payroll: Employment
Readiness Success Stories!
Congratulations to the following Employment Readiness clients who have re-
cently landed a job!
Alyssa Evans stream
Joanna Brown Fort Drum Mountain Community Homes
Molly Manning USO
Kristen Crabtree Fairfield Inn and Suites
Sharon Grillett Pier 1
Crystal Smith Hilton Garden Inn
If you are one of our clients who has recently become employed, we want to hear
about it! Give us a call so we can highlight your accomplishment and inspire others!

Local Business Shout Out:
Advantage After School Program -Where Education and Fun
Come Together
Nearly 300 local youths are finding the Children’s Home of Jefferson the tools to help them find the rare
safe, educational, and fun after school County, contracted to oversee the pro- coins that may pass through their
activities “right in their own school- gram, have teamed up to create diverse, hands.
yard” at the Indian River School Ad- fun, and exciting activities that meet the
vantage After School Program. needs and interests of sixth, seventh, A healthy snack is served while stu-
and eighth grade students. It helps dents enjoy positive interaction with
Designed by the Army in an effort to them achieve social, emotional, physi- their classmates. They are also given
reduce military deployment stress, the cal, and academic success while devel- time to complete homework assign-
program targets schools and communi- oping healthy lifestyles and behaviors. ments. Tutoring with certified teachers
ties with populations of military chil- for any student needing extra help is
dren. The goal is to reduce the conflict Research has shown without super- also available. Kids can register for up
soldiers encounter between mission vised, structured activities during the to four tutoring sessions per week.
workforce requirements and parental after school hours, youth are at greater
responsibilities. It allows Army Families risk of being victims of crime or be- Special interest clubs engage the chil-
to feel secure knowing their children coming a participant in juvenile crime dren in specific activities and events
are in a safe environment learning and risky behavior including alcohol targeted to individual interests. Some of
valuable skills under the supervision of and drug use. AYPYN is designed to the programs offered include Life Skills
well-trained staff and professional edu- provide students with dynamic activi- Development Club which focuses on
cators. ties which stimulate them intellectually responsibility, respect, and building
However, Army dependents are not the and increase self reliance - all while healthy relationship skills. Community
having a great time with their peers. Service Club identifies and organizes
only beneficiaries of the program.
A wide variety of activities span the projects which allow the students to
Funded jointly through the New York serve their school and community as
range of nearly every child’s interests.
State Office of Children and Family well as The Speakers Forum The Youth
Creative Wear enables youth to design,
Services, and the US Army Child and create, and sew clothing. Two culinary Council and others. Advantage After
Youth Services Army Youth Programs arts sessions focus on preparing foods School runs Monday through Friday
in Your Neighborhood (AYPYN) ini- from different regions and working from 2:15 to 5:15 PM. Program regis-
tiative, any child enrolled at Indian with chocolate. Ballroom Dancing is an tration forms are available in the Indian
River Middle School may participate at amazing opportunity for kids to learn River Middle School office. For more
no cost. to dance to various styles and rhythms. information call Paul Passino, Program
National Treasures exposes them to the Director, at (315)778-6252.
The Indian River School District and lifelong hobby of coin collecting and


ACS Classes and Events for the First Two Weeks in April
DATE Class Time Location/Details
Monday April 2: Newcomers Orientation 0900-1130 ACS
Survivor Outreach Family Night 1800-2000 ACS
DEADLINE FOR AER SCHOLARSHIPS FOR DEPENDENT CHILDREN
Tuesday April 3: Drum Family Welcome Tour 0930-1400 Departs ACS
Stress Management 1330-1530 ACS
Wednesday April 4: 1st Term Financial Readiness 0830-1600 Call for location
Teen Job Fair 1000-1300 ACS
Thursday April 5: Mother’s To Be Breakfast 0900-0900 ACS
Employment 101` 0930-1130 ACS
CONUS PCS Brief 1530-1600 Clark Hall A2-A6
An Evening at the Spa Gold Star Wives 1600-2100 The Spa Fort Drum
Friday April 6: In her Shoes: 0930-1130 ACS
Living with Domestic Violence
Hearts Apart Support Group 0930-1200 ACS

Monday April 9: Master Resilience Module 2 0930-1430 ACS
Stalking Awareness 1330-1530 ACS
Tuesday April 10: ESOL Class 0900-1200 ACS
Drum Family Welcome Tour 0930-1400 Departs ACS
VMIS 101 0900-1000 Ed Center rm 104
Build Your Business Workshop 0930-1130 ACS
For Fathers Only Workshop 100-1300 ACS
Scream Free Parenting 1230-1300 CYSS
CONUS PCS Brief 1530-1600 Clark Hall A2-86
Thrift Savings Plan 1400-1530 ACS
Wednesday April 11: 1st Term Financial Readiness 0830-1600 Call for location
Career Fair Prep Career Dev Seminar 0930-1130 ACS
Key Caller 100-1130 ACS
Key Caller 1400-1530 ACS
Thursday April 12: ESOL Class 0900-1200 ACS
For Fathers Only Parenting Class 1100-1300 ACS
Friday April 13: Insurance Workshop 0900-1300 ACS


ACS Classes and Events for the Last Two Weeks in April
DATE Class Time Location/Details
Monday April 16: AFTB Spring Marathon 0900-1600 ACS
Resume Writing Computer Lab 0930-1030 ACS

Anger Management 1330-1530 ACS
AFTB Spring Marathon 0900-1600 ACS
DRUM Family Welcome Tour 0930-1400 ACS
EFMP Support Group 1130-1300 ACS
CONUS PCS Brief 1530-1600 Clark Hall, A2-86

Wednesday April 18: 1st Term Financial Readiness 0830-1600 Call for Location
Positive Discipline 1030-1130 CYSS
Positive Discipline 1230-1330 CYSS

Thursday April 19: ESOL class 0900-1200 ACS
Overseas PCS Brief 0930-1100 ACS
Volunteer of the Month 1030-1130 ACS
Volunteer of the Year Ceremony 1700-2000 Commons

Friday April 20: AFTB Spring Marathon 0900-1600 ACS
Autism Support Group 0900-1100 ACS
International Spouses Group 0930-1200 ACS

Monday April 23: Budget Management 0900-1200 ACS
Advanced Key Caller 1300-1430 ACS
Computer Basics for Job Seekers 09301130 ACS
Introduction to Word
In her Shoes: Living w/Dom Viol 1400-1600 ACS

Wednesday April 25: 1st Term Financial Readiness 0830-1600 Call For Location
Car Buying Course 1400-1500 ACS

Thursday April 26: ESOL class 0900-1200 ACS
Federal Employment Class 0930-1130 ACS
Family Wellness Support Group 1000-1100 ACS
For Fathers Only Parenting Class 1100-1300 ACS
Computer Basics Excel 1300-1500 ACS
Family Wellness Support Group 1800-1900 ACS
Friday April 27: In Her Shoes: Living w/Dom Viol 0930-1130 ACS

Monday April 30: Child Abuse Training 0900-1030 CYSS
OPSEC For Families 1030-1200 ACS
Event Planning 1300-1430 ACS

Army Community Service
P4330 Conway Road
Fort Drum, New York
13602

Army Emergency Relief 772-6560, 772-8873 or 772-2855

Army Family Team Building 772-6710, 772-9229
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000122037720

Army Volunteer Program Coordinator 772-2899
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-Army-volunteer-
Corps/13651504365912
Exceptional Family Member Program 772-5488, 772-0819
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-FMWR-Exceptional-
Family-Member-Program /104951319542718
Employment Readiness Program 772-9611, 772-2737
http://www.facebook.com/#!/fortdrumemployment

Family Advocacy Program 772-4244, 772-6929, 772-2279
(New Parent Support Program)
SAPRP 772-0596, 772-4070, 772-0748
772-5605, 772-5914
Financial Readiness Program 772-0050, 772-5196, 772-8526
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-financial-Readiness-
ACS/1956662120473
Information and Referral 772-6556, 772-6557

Military & Family Life Consultants 212-6919
Mobilization and Deployment 772-2848, 772-0470, 772-2919
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-Mobiliztion-and-
Deployment/178420512193448?ref=ts&v=wall
Outreach 772-5374
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Drum-ACS-
Outreach/180373271991692
Relocation Readiness 772-5475, 772-6553, 772-6902
http:// www.facebook.com/pages/Fort -Drum -Relocation -Readiness
Program/171335822906429 772-6566
Soldier Family Assistance Center 772-7781
http://www.facebook.com/Fort.Drum.FMWR/SFAC

Survivor Outreach Services 772-6357
http://www.facebook.com/fortdrumsurvivoroutreachservices

ACS Green Press Newsletter - APR 2012

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