The document discusses various Army Community Service (ACS) programs that address safety concerns for soldiers and families at Fort Drum, NY. It highlights five key ACS programs - Financial Readiness, Employment Readiness, Exceptional Family Member Program, Family Advocacy Program, and Relocation Readiness - that help ensure personal safety in areas like financial scams, online safety, and basic self-defense. National Safety Month in June is an opportunity for ACS to provide additional support and resources to promote well-being.
While forming a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) seems like a good way for a homeowners association to help residents in an emergency, it also carries significant legal risks. The document discusses these risks, including that the Good Samaritan Law does not protect associations from liability, and a CERT could be sued for injuries caused by its actions or failures to act. It recommends that associations consider insurance, make clear they are not endorsing any CERT, and focus on advising residents rather than taking direct responsibility for emergency response.
The document discusses new legislation regarding the sale of annuities and life insurance products to senior consumers. It aims to curb fraudulent and unsuitable sales practices that have targeted the senior market. Key points of the new legislation include requiring agents to gather more information to determine suitability, completing forms to compare new and existing policies, and imposing fines and felony charges for fraudulent activities. The course will cover suitability standards, definitions of key terms, common products, and ethical sales practices to protect senior consumers.
It is likely that most of your commercial accounts have some form of benefit program for their employees and that you are used to adding Employee Benefit Liability Insurance routinely to the General Liability coverage. What about this coverage called Fiduciary Liability? Do you know the differences between the two and when your insured needs one or the other or both? Come to class and find out.
Marjorie Segale, Director of Education for the Insurance Community. Marjorie brings several decades of insurance experience, from producer, agency owner, educator and consultant.
Aftab Hasan Speaking at Cyber Security in Banking Conference - DubaiAftab Hasan
The document discusses cyber liability insurance cover (CLIC) and provides information about:
- What CLIC protects against, including privacy liability, regulatory fines, and cyber extortion
- Common causes of cyber risk like data theft, phishing emails, and denial of service attacks
- Cyber challenges specific to the maritime industry such as GPS spoofing and hackers interfering with ship operations
- Steps to mitigate risk like purchasing CLIC and implementing security controls
- Important considerations when buying a CLIC policy including coverage exclusions, security requirements, and support services provided
The risk landscape dave cunningham quoted sep 2008David Cunningham
The document summarizes responses from experts in the legal IT field on the biggest risks facing law firms. The experts identify the top risks as lack of operational risk management, data leakage, physical security issues, security awareness, managing confidential information across locations, and internet risks. When asked about risks as firms go global, most experts said risks will grow due to increased complexity. Differences in privacy laws by country were not seen as giving a large advantage to local or regional firms currently. Most experts anticipated security risks increasing over time due to changing technologies and environments. The top risky technologies were identified as voice over IP, mobile devices, flash drives, peer-to-peer technologies, web portals, and email. The economy is affecting security to
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and important information for military families in April and May 2012. It lists dates for family events like picnics and concerts, meetings for Family Readiness Groups and key spouses, and training opportunities. It also provides reminders about ticks and Lyme disease, construction affecting a local intersection, and a volunteer opportunity at the local Army Community Service building.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and activities at Fort Drum for October and November 2012. It lists over 30 specific events, including family activities like a ball gown swap, pumpkin carving, and a battalion ball. It also advertises youth sports registration dates and provides resources for military families, such as contact information for financial counseling and deployment preparation classes. The document encourages families to check various media for additional community event information.
Op woensdag 29 juni 2011 presenteerde de Vlaamse Jeugdraad een preview van de resultaten van de bevragingen in het kader van het Jongerenpact 2020.
Wat willen kinderen en jongeren anders zien in Vlaanderen en Brussel tegen 2020?
While forming a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) seems like a good way for a homeowners association to help residents in an emergency, it also carries significant legal risks. The document discusses these risks, including that the Good Samaritan Law does not protect associations from liability, and a CERT could be sued for injuries caused by its actions or failures to act. It recommends that associations consider insurance, make clear they are not endorsing any CERT, and focus on advising residents rather than taking direct responsibility for emergency response.
The document discusses new legislation regarding the sale of annuities and life insurance products to senior consumers. It aims to curb fraudulent and unsuitable sales practices that have targeted the senior market. Key points of the new legislation include requiring agents to gather more information to determine suitability, completing forms to compare new and existing policies, and imposing fines and felony charges for fraudulent activities. The course will cover suitability standards, definitions of key terms, common products, and ethical sales practices to protect senior consumers.
It is likely that most of your commercial accounts have some form of benefit program for their employees and that you are used to adding Employee Benefit Liability Insurance routinely to the General Liability coverage. What about this coverage called Fiduciary Liability? Do you know the differences between the two and when your insured needs one or the other or both? Come to class and find out.
Marjorie Segale, Director of Education for the Insurance Community. Marjorie brings several decades of insurance experience, from producer, agency owner, educator and consultant.
Aftab Hasan Speaking at Cyber Security in Banking Conference - DubaiAftab Hasan
The document discusses cyber liability insurance cover (CLIC) and provides information about:
- What CLIC protects against, including privacy liability, regulatory fines, and cyber extortion
- Common causes of cyber risk like data theft, phishing emails, and denial of service attacks
- Cyber challenges specific to the maritime industry such as GPS spoofing and hackers interfering with ship operations
- Steps to mitigate risk like purchasing CLIC and implementing security controls
- Important considerations when buying a CLIC policy including coverage exclusions, security requirements, and support services provided
The risk landscape dave cunningham quoted sep 2008David Cunningham
The document summarizes responses from experts in the legal IT field on the biggest risks facing law firms. The experts identify the top risks as lack of operational risk management, data leakage, physical security issues, security awareness, managing confidential information across locations, and internet risks. When asked about risks as firms go global, most experts said risks will grow due to increased complexity. Differences in privacy laws by country were not seen as giving a large advantage to local or regional firms currently. Most experts anticipated security risks increasing over time due to changing technologies and environments. The top risky technologies were identified as voice over IP, mobile devices, flash drives, peer-to-peer technologies, web portals, and email. The economy is affecting security to
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and important information for military families in April and May 2012. It lists dates for family events like picnics and concerts, meetings for Family Readiness Groups and key spouses, and training opportunities. It also provides reminders about ticks and Lyme disease, construction affecting a local intersection, and a volunteer opportunity at the local Army Community Service building.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and activities at Fort Drum for October and November 2012. It lists over 30 specific events, including family activities like a ball gown swap, pumpkin carving, and a battalion ball. It also advertises youth sports registration dates and provides resources for military families, such as contact information for financial counseling and deployment preparation classes. The document encourages families to check various media for additional community event information.
Op woensdag 29 juni 2011 presenteerde de Vlaamse Jeugdraad een preview van de resultaten van de bevragingen in het kader van het Jongerenpact 2020.
Wat willen kinderen en jongeren anders zien in Vlaanderen en Brussel tegen 2020?
The document provides a summary of important dates and events for military personnel and families at Fort Drum from December 2011 through January 2012. It lists holidays, training events, recreational activities, and ceremonies taking place during that time period. Key dates include the local schools winter break from December 23rd to January 2nd and the annual Polar Bear Dip fundraiser for River Hospital held on February 25th.
The document provides a calendar of upcoming events and important dates for members of the 4-31 FRSA (Family Readiness Assistance) organization at Fort Drum in December 2011 and January 2012. It lists holidays, school breaks, family activities like trips organized by Parks and Recreation, and training events. Key dates include the holiday block leave from December 17th to January 2nd and the Master Resilience training module on January 9th. The document aims to help families remember important dates.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and important dates for the military community at Fort Drum in January and February 2012. It lists various meetings, trainings, ceremonies and recreational activities. Key events include a Master Resiliency training on January 9th, an information town hall meeting on January 11th, and various company family readiness group meetings throughout the months. It also notes winter school break dates and pre-deployment briefings later in February. The document aims to keep the community informed of upcoming opportunities and events.
This newsletter provides information on upcoming community events and meetings for military families in January and February 2012. Key dates mentioned include a coffee meetup on January 20th, a hockey fundraiser on January 27th, and the registration deadline of February 23rd for the annual Polar Bear Dip fundraiser. The newsletter also provides contact information for Military and Family Life Consultants and links to additional family support resources.
This document contains a summary of important dates in March and April 2012 for Fort Drum, including:
- Local school spring break from April 2-6
- DIVISION DONSA events on April 6 and 9
- Easter on April 8
- Fort Drum Volunteer Appreciation Week from April 16-20
- The LT Dan Band concert on April 29
This document provides a list of upcoming community events and training opportunities at Fort Drum for the month of August 2012. Key events include yard sales on August 11th, FRG meetings on August 16th and 17th for different companies, a white water rafting trip on August 17th, and the Great New York State Fair from August 23rd to September 3rd in Syracuse. It also lists contact information for resources like the Military and Family Life Consultant and upcoming FRG training classes.
This document contains a calendar of events and important dates for the Polar Bears unit from January to May 2011. It lists various unit meetings, fundraisers, briefings, and commemorative events. It also provides contact information for the FRSA coordinator who publishes the newsletter.
FRSA Flash for Week Ending 24 FEB 2012Tracey Jones
The document provides a list of upcoming events and activities at Fort Drum in February and March 2012. Some of the key events include the annual Polar Bear Dip on February 25th to benefit the local hospital, various unit pre-deployment briefings in late February and early March, Family Readiness Group meetings for different companies throughout February and March, an Easter egg hunt on March 25th, and a battalion volunteer ceremony on April 12th. The document also announces visits by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Holly Petraeus on March 2nd to discuss financial issues facing military families.
The document provides a list of upcoming dates, events, and trainings at Fort Drum for the month of September 2012, including a teen back to school party, family nights, Army Family Team Building training, and a division retirement ceremony. Resources for soldiers and families such as the Military and Family Life Consultant and the 4-31st Infantry Battalion Facebook page are also listed. The newsletter is a compilation of information from various military family sources and local event calendars.
The document provides a list of upcoming dates and events in May and June 2012 for military families and the local community around Fort Drum, including:
1) Mother's Day brunches, home-buyers classes, FRG leader training, and other family support events in mid-May.
2) Local school board elections on May 15th and Armed Forces Day parade on May 19th.
3) Various military unit change of command ceremonies and celebrations in early June, including for the 4-31 BN on June 5th.
4) Ongoing resources and contact information provided for military family support programs on post.
The article features military children from Fort Drum who are recognized during the Month of the Military Child in April. It introduces three children - Rashaun Vinson, Tiffany Allen, and Rahman White - and discusses their interests, goals, and perspectives on military life. It also describes how five military children from Chapel Drive Annex helped name the newest baby mountain lion at the Watertown Zoo, selecting the name "Ninja". The children enjoyed their role in naming the lion and receiving recognition from the local news and zoo staff.
The document provides information on several upcoming events and meetings for military families in March and April, including:
- Family Readiness Group meetings on various dates
- An Easter egg hunt on March 25th
- Training dates for the Care Team and on event planning
- Road closures and changes to dental coverage beginning in May
- Important tax deadlines and various recreational activities throughout the months.
This document provides a summary of important dates and events in June 2012 for the Fort Drum military community. It lists over 20 specific events happening between June 1-28, including change of command ceremonies, family support group meetings, training opportunities, and community activities like a USO skating party, bike rally, and Riverfest festival. Key contact information is also provided for military family resources and counseling services.
The document provides a calendar of events for May 2012 being held by Family and MWR organizations on Fort Drum. There are many family-oriented educational and recreational activities advertised including newcomer orientations, parenting workshops, sports leagues, volunteer trainings, and special events for Mother's Day and Memorial Day. Entertainment options such as movies, tournaments, and family nights are also listed along with regular classes and programs offered throughout the month.
Fort Riley will be holding its annual Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) conferences in October. The teen conference will be on October 13th for middle and high school students to discuss issues and proposed changes. The adult conference will be October 16-18th for soldiers, family members, and civilians. The conferences provide a forum for identifying issues affecting army families and making recommendations to leadership. Participants are encouraged to submit issues in advance and volunteers are needed to help facilitate the conferences.
October 2012 1ID and Fort Riley Monthly Newsletter Noel Waterman
Please find attached this month’s 1ID and Fort Riley monthly news update*. For your convenience it will be posted to the following link in the next few days: http://www.1id.army.mil/DocumentList.aspx?lib=1ID_FRG_Updates
The document discusses expectations for disaster preparedness and response. It notes that 61% of people expect first responders to arrive within 72 hours of a disaster, but many individuals lack critical preparedness plans, supplies, and community knowledge. Too few practice evacuation or shelter-in-place drills. The document provides information on various programs and resources to help businesses, organizations, and schools improve preparedness. It emphasizes the importance of integrating the private sector in preparedness efforts and focusing on helping small businesses.
Cyber Security Resilience from Metro Louisville Govt. Dawn Yankeelov
Metro Louisville's Chief Security Officer James Meece spoke at the Technology Association of Louisville Kentucky's CyberSecurity Summit 2019 in June on Cyber Resilience.
What Small Business Can Do To Protect Themselves Now in CybersecurityReading Works Detroit
On October 16, Daniel Cherrin spoke at the Wall Street Journal PRO Cybersecurity Small Business Academy at the Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Park, California. You can find an excerpt from his remarks on Incident Response on a Budget at http://www.northcoaststrategies.com/blog/steps-you-can-take-now-to-prepare-for-the-next-data-breach-that-wont-cost-a-lot-of-money.
This document summarizes a presentation on cyber safety. It covers common cyber threats like viruses, hackers, identity theft and spyware. It then outlines seven actions people can take to protect themselves, including installing software updates, using anti-virus software, enabling firewalls, strong passwords, and backing up files. The presentation notes cyber safety laws in Nepal and includes sample true/false and multiple choice questions for discussion.
The document provides a summary of important dates and events for military personnel and families at Fort Drum from December 2011 through January 2012. It lists holidays, training events, recreational activities, and ceremonies taking place during that time period. Key dates include the local schools winter break from December 23rd to January 2nd and the annual Polar Bear Dip fundraiser for River Hospital held on February 25th.
The document provides a calendar of upcoming events and important dates for members of the 4-31 FRSA (Family Readiness Assistance) organization at Fort Drum in December 2011 and January 2012. It lists holidays, school breaks, family activities like trips organized by Parks and Recreation, and training events. Key dates include the holiday block leave from December 17th to January 2nd and the Master Resilience training module on January 9th. The document aims to help families remember important dates.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and important dates for the military community at Fort Drum in January and February 2012. It lists various meetings, trainings, ceremonies and recreational activities. Key events include a Master Resiliency training on January 9th, an information town hall meeting on January 11th, and various company family readiness group meetings throughout the months. It also notes winter school break dates and pre-deployment briefings later in February. The document aims to keep the community informed of upcoming opportunities and events.
This newsletter provides information on upcoming community events and meetings for military families in January and February 2012. Key dates mentioned include a coffee meetup on January 20th, a hockey fundraiser on January 27th, and the registration deadline of February 23rd for the annual Polar Bear Dip fundraiser. The newsletter also provides contact information for Military and Family Life Consultants and links to additional family support resources.
This document contains a summary of important dates in March and April 2012 for Fort Drum, including:
- Local school spring break from April 2-6
- DIVISION DONSA events on April 6 and 9
- Easter on April 8
- Fort Drum Volunteer Appreciation Week from April 16-20
- The LT Dan Band concert on April 29
This document provides a list of upcoming community events and training opportunities at Fort Drum for the month of August 2012. Key events include yard sales on August 11th, FRG meetings on August 16th and 17th for different companies, a white water rafting trip on August 17th, and the Great New York State Fair from August 23rd to September 3rd in Syracuse. It also lists contact information for resources like the Military and Family Life Consultant and upcoming FRG training classes.
This document contains a calendar of events and important dates for the Polar Bears unit from January to May 2011. It lists various unit meetings, fundraisers, briefings, and commemorative events. It also provides contact information for the FRSA coordinator who publishes the newsletter.
FRSA Flash for Week Ending 24 FEB 2012Tracey Jones
The document provides a list of upcoming events and activities at Fort Drum in February and March 2012. Some of the key events include the annual Polar Bear Dip on February 25th to benefit the local hospital, various unit pre-deployment briefings in late February and early March, Family Readiness Group meetings for different companies throughout February and March, an Easter egg hunt on March 25th, and a battalion volunteer ceremony on April 12th. The document also announces visits by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Holly Petraeus on March 2nd to discuss financial issues facing military families.
The document provides a list of upcoming dates, events, and trainings at Fort Drum for the month of September 2012, including a teen back to school party, family nights, Army Family Team Building training, and a division retirement ceremony. Resources for soldiers and families such as the Military and Family Life Consultant and the 4-31st Infantry Battalion Facebook page are also listed. The newsletter is a compilation of information from various military family sources and local event calendars.
The document provides a list of upcoming dates and events in May and June 2012 for military families and the local community around Fort Drum, including:
1) Mother's Day brunches, home-buyers classes, FRG leader training, and other family support events in mid-May.
2) Local school board elections on May 15th and Armed Forces Day parade on May 19th.
3) Various military unit change of command ceremonies and celebrations in early June, including for the 4-31 BN on June 5th.
4) Ongoing resources and contact information provided for military family support programs on post.
The article features military children from Fort Drum who are recognized during the Month of the Military Child in April. It introduces three children - Rashaun Vinson, Tiffany Allen, and Rahman White - and discusses their interests, goals, and perspectives on military life. It also describes how five military children from Chapel Drive Annex helped name the newest baby mountain lion at the Watertown Zoo, selecting the name "Ninja". The children enjoyed their role in naming the lion and receiving recognition from the local news and zoo staff.
The document provides information on several upcoming events and meetings for military families in March and April, including:
- Family Readiness Group meetings on various dates
- An Easter egg hunt on March 25th
- Training dates for the Care Team and on event planning
- Road closures and changes to dental coverage beginning in May
- Important tax deadlines and various recreational activities throughout the months.
This document provides a summary of important dates and events in June 2012 for the Fort Drum military community. It lists over 20 specific events happening between June 1-28, including change of command ceremonies, family support group meetings, training opportunities, and community activities like a USO skating party, bike rally, and Riverfest festival. Key contact information is also provided for military family resources and counseling services.
The document provides a calendar of events for May 2012 being held by Family and MWR organizations on Fort Drum. There are many family-oriented educational and recreational activities advertised including newcomer orientations, parenting workshops, sports leagues, volunteer trainings, and special events for Mother's Day and Memorial Day. Entertainment options such as movies, tournaments, and family nights are also listed along with regular classes and programs offered throughout the month.
Fort Riley will be holding its annual Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) conferences in October. The teen conference will be on October 13th for middle and high school students to discuss issues and proposed changes. The adult conference will be October 16-18th for soldiers, family members, and civilians. The conferences provide a forum for identifying issues affecting army families and making recommendations to leadership. Participants are encouraged to submit issues in advance and volunteers are needed to help facilitate the conferences.
October 2012 1ID and Fort Riley Monthly Newsletter Noel Waterman
Please find attached this month’s 1ID and Fort Riley monthly news update*. For your convenience it will be posted to the following link in the next few days: http://www.1id.army.mil/DocumentList.aspx?lib=1ID_FRG_Updates
The document discusses expectations for disaster preparedness and response. It notes that 61% of people expect first responders to arrive within 72 hours of a disaster, but many individuals lack critical preparedness plans, supplies, and community knowledge. Too few practice evacuation or shelter-in-place drills. The document provides information on various programs and resources to help businesses, organizations, and schools improve preparedness. It emphasizes the importance of integrating the private sector in preparedness efforts and focusing on helping small businesses.
Cyber Security Resilience from Metro Louisville Govt. Dawn Yankeelov
Metro Louisville's Chief Security Officer James Meece spoke at the Technology Association of Louisville Kentucky's CyberSecurity Summit 2019 in June on Cyber Resilience.
What Small Business Can Do To Protect Themselves Now in CybersecurityReading Works Detroit
On October 16, Daniel Cherrin spoke at the Wall Street Journal PRO Cybersecurity Small Business Academy at the Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Park, California. You can find an excerpt from his remarks on Incident Response on a Budget at http://www.northcoaststrategies.com/blog/steps-you-can-take-now-to-prepare-for-the-next-data-breach-that-wont-cost-a-lot-of-money.
This document summarizes a presentation on cyber safety. It covers common cyber threats like viruses, hackers, identity theft and spyware. It then outlines seven actions people can take to protect themselves, including installing software updates, using anti-virus software, enabling firewalls, strong passwords, and backing up files. The presentation notes cyber safety laws in Nepal and includes sample true/false and multiple choice questions for discussion.
This article discusses tips for international spouses adjusting to life as an Army wife. It profiles Cam Ngo-Cheung, who is Chinese and from Canada, discussing her experience moving to a new base in Louisiana away from her family and friends. She recommends volunteering as a way to meet people and gain experience. While at Fort Polk, she volunteered with the Red Cross as a dental assistant, which helped her make friends and learn about Army life. She is now active with the international spouse group at her new base, which helps foreign-born spouses connect by sharing meals, conversations and learning about each other's cultures.
ISACA talk - cybersecurity and security cultureCraig McGill
PwC's talented senior cybersecurity and infosec manager Ross Foley recently gave a great talk on the growing importance of security culture within infosec. Here are the slides to help raise awareness of this issue.
1) The document provides tips for surviving the holidays financially, including maintaining financial safety by controlling debit/credit cards and personal information, as well as resources like the Command Financial Specialist and Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society for financial assistance.
2) It recommends networking strategically to find your next job, being purposeful, prepared, and maintaining professionalism on social media.
3) It describes programs like CREDO spiritual retreats, TS2 Troop Support for family services, and the iBreathe app and online video on federal taxes after military service to support military families.
Financial education fosters financial stability for individuals, families, and entire communities. The more people know about credit and banking services, the more likely they are to increase savings, buy homes, and improve their financial health and well being.
The AMBCC is offering the Money Smart curriculum with others community partners.
It is our goal to deliver financial education and appropriate financial services to everyone, including individuals who may not have a relationship with an insured depository institution
The document discusses whether additional short-term disability insurance is needed beyond an employer-provided policy. It notes that supplementary coverage may be necessary if there is a significant gap between living expenses and the income replacement from the employer policy. Key factors to consider include estimating living expenses, maintaining long-term savings goals, and understanding preexisting condition limitations.
This document provides updates on various Navy programs and policies in a newsletter format. The main topics covered include the elimination of the Enlisted Field Service Record, benefits of commissary shopping, the DoD adoption reimbursement program, mandatory application to CMS/ID for orders, free Sittercity memberships for childcare, the expansion of respite child care through the Armed Services YMCA, changes to special incident reporting procedures, updates to sexual assault reporting, the importance of ensuring service records are complete and correct for board season, continued success of the PACT program, rules around transferring Post 9/11 GI benefits, benefits of affiliating with the Navy Reserve, the Senate passing expanded benefits for wounded warriors' caregivers, new Navy leadership
This document summarizes interviews with cybersecurity professionals about the current state of cyber risks. The interviewees discuss how senior leaders' understanding of cyber risk has improved but still faces challenges from technical complexity and uncertainty. The biggest barriers to protection are underfunding security and lack of user awareness training. A "bad day" would involve a major data breach or systems outage. The threats of organized crime, state-sponsored attacks, and exploiting human weaknesses will continue to evolve rapidly. Information sharing and early education are opportunities to stay ahead of this threat.
The document discusses retirement planning and provides tips for getting started. It recommends asking yourself questions about your financial goals and how much you will need to save. Basic online tools can help estimate savings needs. The document also discusses different investment strategies for protecting savings, earning income, and growing funds for retirement. A balanced approach combining these strategies is suggested. Variable annuities are presented as one option that can provide protection, income, and growth features. Professional financial planning is advised to help develop an appropriate retirement savings plan.
Joseph Alaban from RIMANSI Organization for Asia and the Pacific, Inc speaks about Microfinance and Micro-insurance. (Jan 30, PACAP Community Development Forum: Microfinance Amidst the Global Financial Crisis)
Save Water Essay In English Pdf. Online assignment writing service.Lisa Long
Racial inequality has existed for Blacks in the United States from the beginning and is still present today in classrooms, workplaces, and society. Racism plays a large role in perpetuating inequality, as prejudice based on race has negatively impacted Black communities who were not free from the very start. While most Americans agree that prejudice is wrong, inequality still persists and more work is needed to dismantle systems that promote unequal treatment and opportunities based on race.
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An accountant is a valuable asset to any organization. He or she is a professional who performs accounting functions. Accounting is not only confined to tax and financial matters as per what people generally think.
What is Cyber Security
What is Cyber Threat and Threat Landscape
Is Cybersecurity an IT Problem? It’s a human Problem
Role of a CFO
Well accepted Cybersecurity Frameworks and common Themes
SOC (Service Organization Control) and SOC for Cybersecurity
Recommended risk mitigation strategies for the weakest links of the Cybersecurity chain
Key Takeaways
Best Practices
The document discusses preparing for emergencies and provides tips for creating an emergency plan and supply kit. It encourages families to communicate plans in case of separation during emergencies. The document also discusses accounting for military personnel and families after disasters through the Navy Family Accountability and Assistance System (NFAAS). Finally, it provides information on various military and family support resources and programs.
The document discusses the Navy's Fatherhood Appreciation Campaign being launched by the New Parent Support Home Visitation Program. The campaign aims to promote the positive impact that fathers have on their children's lives when they are actively involved parents. Research shows children with actively engaged fathers have better outcomes such as positive self-image, good grades, and less risk-taking behaviors. The campaign also highlights services available through the home visitation program to support fathers' individual needs.
This document provides a calendar of events for November and December 2012 occurring around Fort Drum, NY and the surrounding area. It lists various community events, holidays, sports tournaments, and classes. It also provides contact information for resources available to service members and families, including the Military and Family Life Consultant and Personal Financial Counselor.
The document provides a list of upcoming events and important dates for Fort Drum in October and November 2012. It includes Halloween activities on October 31st and Veterans Day weekend events from November 10-13. The last section lists resources available to service members and families, such as Military and Family Life Consultants and an official Facebook page for the 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry unit.
Carthage Facilities Committee - PRESS RELEASE - 16 OCT 2012Tracey Jones
The Carthage Central School District is seeking residents to serve on its Facilities Committee to discuss current building needs and advise the Board of Education. The committee will meet monthly at 3:30 PM in different school buildings, with the first meeting on October 29th in the Superintendent's conference room. Interested residents should contact the District Clerk.
The document provides a list of upcoming events and activities at Fort Drum for the month of October 2012, including a ball gown swap, pumpkin carving, haunted hayride, veterans day activities, and Thanksgiving holiday events. It also lists contact information for family resources and support programs on base. The dates to remember section highlights a variety of community events, training opportunities, and youth activities taking place throughout the month.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and resources for military families at Fort Drum for the month of October 2012. Key dates include Columbus Day weekend from October 5-8, the Battalion Ball on October 29th, and Halloween activities from October 30th-31st. Resources listed include the Military and Family Life Consultant, classes on coping with deployment, and the official 4-31 Infantry Battalion Facebook page.
Fort Drum ACS Green Press Newsletter - October 2012 Tracey Jones
1) Army Community Service (ACS) at Fort Drum offers many programs and classes to help soldiers, families, and civilians with goals like career changes, financial readiness, resilience training, and more.
2) ACS started a new spouse group called New You Now to help empower participants to achieve their goals through sharing talents and supporting each other's progress.
3) This fall, ACS encourages people to consider personal changes they want to make through its programs in areas like careers, finances, education, and well-being. Classes range from canning to infant massage.
Halloween safety tips outline precautions children and adults should take to ensure a fun and safe Halloween. Children should only go to well-lit homes with porch lights on, cross streets at corners, and not accept rides or enter homes of strangers. Parents should accompany young children, set a return time, and inspect all treats before eating. Costumes and decorations should be flame-retardant and drivers should watch for kids in dark clothing. Local authorities provide additional safety guidance for events.
This document provides information on upcoming events and important dates in a calendar format. It lists the dates, titles, locations and brief descriptions of various community and military events happening between September 28, 2012 and December 9, 2012, including family readiness group meetings, holidays, health and wellness activities, and more. Mental health resources for veterans are also listed, emphasizing the confidential support available through hotlines and online services.
The document provides a list of upcoming events and important dates for Fort Drum families in September and October 2012. It includes details about Family Readiness Group meetings, holiday weekends, etiquette classes, haunted attractions, volunteer opportunities, and more. Resources for military families needing assistance are also listed, such as counseling services and training opportunities through Army Family Programs.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events in September 2012 for Fort Drum military families. Key dates and events include:
- September 14th - D-Co FRG MTG/Pot Luck and C-Co FRG MTG
- September 15th - Retiree Appreciation Day, 2012 Unit League Softball Championships, Harvest Ball Dinner & Dancing
- September 16th - 8th Annual Harvest Festival
- September 22nd - Adirondack Railroad Fall Foliage Trip, 15th Annual Vintage & Classic Street Meet
- September 25th - Investing 101-ROTH IRA, Family Night: Horseback Riding
- September 27th - FRG Book Club,
This document provides a calendar of events for September 2012 in the Thousand Islands region. It lists over 30 community events, including concerts, festivals, sporting tournaments, and volunteer opportunities. Key dates include the Clayton Country Jam music festival from September 13-15, the Boldt Castle Wine Festival on September 15, and Oktoberfest in Cape Vincent on September 29. The document also provides contact information and links for each event.
The document provides a checklist for families of deployed service members to ensure they are prepared in several key areas including emergency contacts, finances, medical information, legal documents, vehicle maintenance, and important phone numbers. It lists specific tasks like ensuring the family has account numbers and medical cards, as well as information for tax preparation assistance, legal services, auto repair services, and contact information for family support groups and emergency services on and around the military base.
The documents notify patrons of fee increases and program changes for child development services at Fort Drum effective October 1st, 2012. The final phase of incremental fee increases will standardize rates across all branches of the Department of Defense. Programs being eliminated include a 20% fee reduction, youth sports fee credit up to $100 per deployment, and SKIES fee credit up to $300 per deployment. Currently deployed families will continue receiving benefits through October 1st.
The document provides a list of upcoming dates, events, and trainings at Fort Drum for the month of September 2012, including a teen back to school party, family nights, Army Family Team Building training, and a division retirement ceremony. Resources for soldiers and families such as the Military and Family Life Consultant and the 4-31st Infantry Battalion Facebook page are also listed. The newsletter is a compilation of information from various military family sources and local event calendars.
The SKIES Unlimited program is located at 10790 Chapel Drive and offers various classes and programs for youth, including theater, taekwondo, babysitting courses, and cooking classes. Several programs will not be held on specified Mondays in September through December 2012. Registration for all SKIES programs requires current enrollment in CYS Services. Payment can be made at various locations and disenrollment forms are needed to withdraw from ongoing programs like taekwondo. The SKIES classroom and other youth programs will be relocating to new facilities in the fall.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events and resources for military families at Fort Drum for August and September 2012. Key dates include unit meetings, recreational activities like a softball tournament, and training opportunities such as Army Family Team Building courses. Contact information is given for resources like Military and Family Life Consultants, financial counseling, and the battalion's Facebook page.
This document outlines social media standard operating procedures for the 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment. It establishes guidelines for authorized social media accounts, including only allowing those officially sanctioned by the Battalion Commander. It provides detailed policies for content submission and account administration, focusing on maintaining operational security, a positive image, and avoiding sensitive personal information. Authorized accounts must adhere to Army regulations and be used solely to inform soldiers, families and friends about the Battalion.
1. Army Community Service (ACS) Fort Drum, NY June 2012
ACS Green Press
~A tree free newsletter
Direct questions / feedback To: Sarah Lynch : 772-5374 sarah.l.lynch@us.army.mil
National Safety Month Observed in June
Army Community Service (ACS) educate, and work via the inter- FAP provides Soldiers and
is always concerned with the net. Social networking, while Families with the tools to
Inside this issue: safety of Fort Drum’s Soldiers providing information at your skillfully parent utilizing
and Families. When one thinks of fingertips, can be both beneficial proven positive discipline
Mandatory ACS Pro- 2
gramming Need To safety, physical harm is often the and harmful at the same time. techniques, parenting men-
Know - from your first thing that comes to mind. Military Families have the added tors through their New Par-
There are however, many areas in worry of operational security ent Support Program and
Regarding Resilience : 3
Tips, tools and tech- our lives that pose safety concerns issues as well as personal secu- educational classes to pro-
niques for practicing and are therefore addressed by rity. Mobilization and Deploy- mote awareness regarding
ACS Programs. Of the twelve ment teaches a class in Opera- domestic violence, stress and
ACS Friends and 4,5
Neighbors Spouse programs in ACS, the following tional Security. The class is de- anger management tech-
Appreciation 2012 five address certain safety con- signed to teach Families what is niques, communication and
cerns: and is not appropriate to share sexual assault prevention.
Special Olympics 6
on Facebook. Together class
Smooth Transitions 7
Many Soldiers and Families are In honor of National Safety
participants receive eye opening
threatened by identity theft and Month, Relocation Readi-
examples of how one can fall
Tips on Moving – 8 financial scams. The Financial ness has teamed up with the
Relocation Readiness victim to the less secure side of
Readiness Program at ACS rec- Light Fighter School to
social media.
ACS Events and 9,10 ommends that you run your own offer a basic self defense
credit every four months utilizing Posing yet another threat to your class to their Hearts Apart
ACS Contacts 11 a different credit reporting agency safety is using the internet in and International Spouses
each time. You can minimize risk your job search. For instance, Groups.
by putting an active duty status Employment Readiness can
Remember, Personal Safety
alert on your credit report to pre- teach you ways to protect your
involves many aspects of our
vent unauthorized use of your online identity while uploading
lives. Let ACS help ensure
credit. ACS Financial counselors your resume and utilizing such
your personal safety. Come
are available to meet confidentially social networking sites as
in and see how we can help!
to address your financial needs. Linked-In.
Remember– Think ACS
Another area of safety concern is The Family Advocacy Program First!
your online safety. Lets face it, (FAP) is another area in which
today we communicate, recreate, ACS looks out for your safety.
2. Page 2 ACS Green Press June 2012
What You Might Need To Know from your ACS Unit Service
Coordinator (USC)Program
When you think about $195.00. How can ACS save you time? Let us
Army Community Service Employment Readiness (ERP) The count the minutes….
(ACS) have you ever stopped to con- current national average for a head- Don’t wait weeks for an appointment
sider that ACS Saves Soldiers and hunter to find someone a job is 15%-20% for issues that can be supported or ques-
Families money and time. Lets look at of first year’s salary. Cost for ERP = $0. tions that can be answered today!
how:
Exceptional Family Member Program ACS is conveniently located within two
Army Emergency Relief (AER) is a (EFMP) Average rate for a Respite Care miles of all units and housing areas on
better alternative to a Soldier in need provider is $15-$20 per hour. Cost to post and easily accessible from off post
of emergency money than civilian EFMP Families for Respite Care= $0. housing through the Mt. Belvedere
lending counterparts when you con- Gate. Many of our services are available
Relocation Readiness Program
sider that the national bank average on a walk in basis. Some of our more
(RELO) Need the essentials when you
lending rate is 3.25% and worse by far procedural services do require appoint-
first arrive or are waiting to leave? The
are the payday loans averaging about ments. Same day services include but
lending closet has your essentials-pots,
426%. A cash advance on a credit are not limited to: Counseling Services
table, chairs, sleeping mats, etc. For a
card would cost $13.99 finance charge (MFLC) Lending Closet, Parenting Sup-
Family of four to purchase these necessi-
and an annual interest rate of almost port and many others.
ties as a hold over cost would be $558.93.
57%. The AER lending rate is 0%.
RELO charge for these items=$0. We know that just as your money is pre-
Army Family Team Building leader- cious to you- so is your TIME! For
This is just a sampling of the monetary
ship development seminars are free more information on what ACS offers,
savings ACS provides to Soldiers and
whereas the cost of a single leadership contact your unit coordinator listed be-
Families. Please remember that all ACS
development seminar in the private low.
Services are provided to you by trained
industry sector is approximately
professionals and are free of charge. Think ACS First!
USC Assignments:
USC TEAM 1BCT POC: Kent Thompson, 315-772-0500 - kent.thompson@us.army.mil
USC TEAM 2BCT POC: Jennifer Eichner, 315-772-2848 – jennifer.e.eichner@us.army.mil
USC TEAM 3BCT POC: Sharon Chaple, 315-772-5476 – sharon.w.chaple@us.army.mil
USC TEAM CAB POC: Tom Clegg, 315-772-6357 – thomas.j.clegg@us.army.mil
USC TEAM SBTB POC: Scarlett Sharkey, 315-772-6566 – scarlett.sharkey@us.army.mil
3-85th MTN IN POC: John Dietrich, 315-772-0805 – john.dietrich@us.army.mil
10th MTN Div/HBN POC: Sarah Lynch, 315-772-5374 – sarah.l.lynch@us.army.mil
MEDDAC POC: Tom Clegg, 315-772-6357 – thomas.j.clegg@us.army.mil
DENTAC POC: Virginia Cooper, 315-772-6799 – virginia.cooper@us.army.mil
62nd CID POC: Sharon Chaple, 315-772-5476 – sharon.w.chaple@us.army.mil
174th FW POC: Scarlett Sharkey, 315-772-6566 – scarlett.sharkey@us.army.mil
20th ASOS POC: Mandy Thompson, 315-772-9611 – amanda.e.thompson@us.army.mil
902nd MI POC: Kent Thompson, 315-772-0500 - kent.thompson@us.army.mil
AFSB POC: Judee Kelly, 315-772-5196 – judee.k.kelly@us.army.mil
7th Legal Support POC: Tila Seals, 315-772-6929 – martila.j.seals@us.army.mil
3. Page 3 ACS Green Press June 2012
Regarding Resilience: Tips, tools and techniques for practicing resilience everyday!
By Jenn Eichner, MRT 772-2848
Putting it in Perspective-And Keeping it There!
Hope your summer season is starting to have a dead end job and a life of tion (e.g., “What’s next?” “What else?”
off full of positive energy and struggles? If you have had this type of “What was your next thought?”). Don’t
thoughts!! Have you been practicing experience, you have been a victim of stop until you’ve exhausted what is
your resilience skills? Have you had catastrophizing! It is easy to get caught in running through your head then rate
fewer nights, lying awake in bed this type of downward spiral due to the your mood, focus, and energy level
allowing your mind to race in worry? fact that for many of us seeing the nega- while you are in worst case scenario
If not, you may be having issue with tive can be much easier than finding a thought. Do the same for the “Best
Putting It In Perspective. positive. Case” scenario thought process. Then
finally, list the “Most Likely” out-
Putting It In Perspective (PIIP) is a The goal of PIIP is to lower anxiety so comes, focusing on emotions, behav-
resilience skill that helps build that you can accurately assess the situa- iors and other people. Check for accu-
optimism by not allowing one to tion and deal with it. racy and rate your mood, focus and
catastrophize in thought. Catastro- The goal is NOT to pretend “all is well,” energy level while creating the Most
phizing is when you waste critical to deny real problems, or to take away Likely list. Develop a plan for dealing
energy ruminating about the irrational anxiety completely. There are four steps with the Most Likely outcomes. Com-
worst case outcomes of a situation, into pulling out of a tail spin and putting pleting the steps in order, will truly help
which prevents you from taking things back into perspective: you to see where your thinking is of
purposeful action. The goal of PIIP is track and how to get your thoughts
to lower anxiety so that you can accu- Step 1: List worst case outcomes. back in your control.
rately assess the situation and deal Step 2: List best case outcomes.
with it. Keep in mind that this is very Step 3: List most likely outcomes. Give it a try. You may even get a good
different from identifying the worst Step 4: Identify plan for dealing with laugh while completing the exercise.
case and contingency planning. most likely. Sometimes it is just downright funny to
Contingency planning is productive. It seems easy enough, right? It can be see what extremes your thoughts can
Catastrophizing is counterproductive. tough. Other things come into play that take you to. As in all resilience
distract us from getting back on track exercises, you have to be true to it. If
Say you are faced with an activating like, thinking traps, iceberg beliefs and the you only go so far, you will only get so
event like your child failing a test. Do inability to truly problem solve. So when far!
you ever then find your emotions lead- you are completing the steps – really go
ing you down a path of despair and to the extremes and back. List “Worst
thought processes that have your child Case” as a chain - keep asking “And then Have a great month – good luck and
ruined for life over this and destined what happens?” or another similar ques- good thoughts!
Upcoming MRT Dates
June 11 Module 4 0930-1230 ACS
August 20 Module 5 0930-1230 ACS
September 17-20 Fall Marathon 0930-1430 Workforce Dev Bldg
November 9 Module 1 0930-1430 ACS
December 3 Module 2 0930-1430 ACS
January 7 Module 3 0930-1430 ACS
February 11 Module 4 0930-1430 ACS
March 4 Module 5 0930-1430 ACS
4. ACS Green Press June 2012 Page 4
ACS Friends and Neighbors-Promoting Community
2012 Spouse Appreciation Day!
5. Page 5 ACS Green Press June 2012
ACS Friends and Neighbors-Promoting Community
2012 Spouse Appreciation Day!
6. Page 6 ACS Green Press June 2012
ACS Friends and Neighbors-Promoting Community
Special Olympics 2012
7. Page 7 ACS Green Press June 2012
Relocation Readiness– Making Smooth Transitions
For military Fami- tion Readiness in which various agency (LPR) and U.S. citizenship. Anyone with
lies, the spring and briefers explain on post resources, all of immigration related legal issues should
summer months the various ACS services as well as interest- consult with a licensed immigration attor-
are known as PCS ing information about the area. Relocation ney.
(Permanent Readiness also offers the Drum Family
For Soldiers and Families departing Fort
Change of Duty Welcome Tour. This narrated tour in-
Drum, the Relocation Readiness Program
Station) Season. cludes on post points of interest as well as
offers one-on-one appointments to help
With this in mind, a tour of the surrounding community. If
sort out the questions regarding their des-
Army Community our Soldiers and Families are awaiting
tination. Relo also organizes and facili-
Service’s Reloca- housing and currently in a hotel, Army
tates the CONUS and OCONUS PCS
tion Readiness Program (RELO), becomes Community service offers them a full
briefs. These briefs are designed to pre-
particularly busy as their programming is kitchen and Family area in order to prepare
pare you for your move. If you know
designed to ensure that Soldiers and Fami- a home cooked meal and relax with the
what to expect , the stress of moving is
lies both arriving to and departing from Family. If our Soldiers and Families need
reduced.
Fort Drum, experience a smooth, stress to borrow basic household items while
free move. they await the shipment of their personal Relocation Readiness has a saying in
items, they may borrow items such as honor of Northern New York’s agricul-
Soldiers and their Families arriving at Fort
dishes, sleeping mats, playpens and or car tural roots and all the dairy farms in the
Drum will be welcomed by a friendly,
seats for up to a thirty day lending period. area. “Let us help you make a smooth
knowledgeable staff of professionals who
Moo-ve” They punctuate this point by
can help with many aspects of relocation Sometimes, the initial settling in period is
handing out “stress cows” for their clients
ranging from borrowing household items if complicated by language barriers and im-
to squeeze.! So, whether you are arriving
your belongings have yet to arrive to immi- migration issues. Relocation Readiness
to Fort Drum or heading for “greener
gration and naturalization assistance for offers English for Speakers of another
pastures,” Relo is here to make the proc-
Spouses and children of active-duty service Language Classes and assistance is available
ess easier.
members, retirees, and Department of the for petitions pertaining to Spouses and
Army civilians. children of active-duty service members, Putting all “cheesy puns” aside, check out
retirees, and Department of the Army civil- what Relocation Readiness has to offer
When a Soldier first arrives, the initial set-
ians. Services include providing informa- and you will be pleasantly surprised.
tling in process can be challenging. That is
why he or she is encouraged to attend the tion on what forms and documentation are
Newcomer’s Orientation given by Reloca- required for obtaining permanent residence
English for Speakers of
Other Language Classes
spent a class cooking at
ACS. Interactive classes
with hands on activities
help students improve
their English language
skills. For more informa-
tion contact
Relocation Readiness at::
772-6566/6902
8. Page 8 ACS Green Press June 2012
Give Kids a Smile Grant Awarded -North Country Children’s Clinic
On May 3, North Country Children's Creek Community Centers, where they Baby Teeth Basics provides new
Clinic was awarded a $6,000 "Give will provide dental screenings and parents with educational materials
Kids a Smile" grant from the New fluoride treatments at no charge to and supplies to keep their infant's first
York state Dental Foundation to fund Families who are visiting the clinic. teeth healthy. For information on
free oral health care for Ft. Drum The new services will be added to Baby the WIC Program call 782-9222 or
Families. The funds will allow dental Teeth Basics a dental health visit www.childrens-clinic.org.
hygienists to attend WIC Clinics at education program funded by the
Mountain Community Homes Rhicard Spouses Club of Ft. Drum and the
Hills and Adirondack Samaritan Auxiliary.
“What sunshine is to flowers,
smiles are to humanity. These are
but trifles, to be sure; but scattered
along life's pathway, the good they
do is inconceivable.”
Joseph Addison
COL Noel Nicolle spoke at Give a Kid a
Smile Award Ceremony
Things to do After the Move - Finding a New Dentist
Moving can be tough. Making new dentist is someone you automatically go 3. If that doesn’t work, once you get to
friends, finding your way around a new to twice a year, thus there is a base of the area talk to neighbors and get
town, and adjusting to a new school are repeating customers. names of people they use.
just some of the challenges. Perhaps 2. If you like your current dentist, ask 4. Then call the local dental associa-
the most challenging aspect of a move, them for a referral before you leave. tion. They know the area and can tell
besides finding someone to cut your This is especially true for an orthodon- you if there is anything that you should
hair, is finding a dentist. With these tist. An orthodontist can refer you to be aware of. The person you are talk-
few steps, we hope to take the bite out someone that uses a compatible tech- ing to might even make a recommenda-
of finding a new dentist. nique. There is also a smaller pool of tion.
1. Be wary of advertising. In an area orthodontists, and they may have gone After all of these steps, it can come to
like Fort Drum, there should be no to school with someone that practices down to what’s most convenient to
reason for a dentist to advertise. A in the area you are going to. you.
9. Page 9 ACS Green Press June 2012
Lucky Seven: Lessons From PCSing
Moving with the military may not be and the grass, and if you have to phone numbers you should take,
the easiest thing you’ve ever done but it change a tire it will help you keep as well as reminders of what
can be one of the luckiest. Lucky? your clothes clean. charger you need to take. Re-
Yes, lucky. Moving can be a great ex- member that a will is a document
3. Do all your laundry before the
perience and the start of a new adven- that should not travel with you;
movers come but give your washer
ture. Who knows what good fortune mail it to your new address.
time with the lid open and the wa-
awaits you at your new duty station. So
ter purged; this will just make sure 7. If you are enrolling your kids into
to make the move part little easier, here new schools then you will need to
that the washer is dry when you go
are 7 things you can do to decrease know what documents you need
to move it. In addition, while you
your stress and maybe even increase to bring with you. Contact you
have the drier away from the wall
your luck! School Liason Office at 772-
make sure you clean the vent of
1. Lots of great information on your any lint. 3214/1311 They can help ensure
new installation is just a click away. your child’s transition is a smooth
4. Don’t buy anything you need
The Military Installations web page one. It’s also good practice to
until you have opened all your
at bring a copy of the front and back
boxes. You will be surprised at
www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil is (make sure you get the ISBN
how many of your old things will
the place to start. Not only does it number) of the text books your
work in your new house if you get
give you tons of great information kids are using now. It’s a good
chance to see what all you own.
but also there are links to the post’s idea to have copies of their last
home page and a list of important 5. The post Thrift Shop and the local test that show the level of their
phone numbers. The Relocation thrift stores are possible gold skills. An initiative of the Military
office at ACS can print this out for mines. Not only is the post thrift Child Education Coalition,
you and may have been stationed shop the place to donate and con- www.schoolquest.org has tons of
at your new station at some point sign all of the things you don’t good information and the ability
themselves. want to take with you, but it is also to let you create a virtual file
the place to find all the things you drawer.
2. Buy a new shower curtain when
need for your new house.
you get to your new place. Also, For more information on moving call
wash the old one with a load of 6. Start a list of things to keep with the Relocation Readiness office at
towels before you leave. Once the you through your move. You can 772-6566/6902. To share your favor-
old one is dry, it can be folded and use Plan My Move on the ite tips with us, email them to
used for all kind of other uses such www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil drum.mwracsrelo@conus.army.mil.
as liner for the trunk of your car, a web page. They have a good list
barrier between your picnic blanket for important paperwork and
Women Infants and Children (WIC) Clinic Will Now
Hold Hours at ACS!
Beginning June 27, 2012, the last Wednesday of every month,
between the hours of 9am and 2:30 pm,
you can complete WIC applications at ACS.
Please call 782-9222 for more information
http://childrens-clinic.org/
10. ACS Green Press June 2012 Page 10
Look Who’s on the Payroll: Employment
Readiness Success Stories!
Congratulations to the following Employment Readiness clients who have recently
landed a job!
Janelle Longton Stephens Media Group
Meg Meador Health Center of New York
Kimberly Rhodes CYSS
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!
Negotiating Job Offers
Hello all you job seekers! Here we are not have to be an expert at negotiating Evaluate the entire compensation
beginning a new month and exciting to successfully negotiate a job offer; package including benefits
things are going on all around us. But however, it can be intimidating to do
for many of you it is the job seeking so. With practice and proper planning, After you have collected all this infor-
that is exciting, well maybe just a little you can prepare yourself to feel com- mation, you are ready to plan. Consider
bit. This month our featured topic is fortable in the negotiating process. different alternatives and decide how
Negotiating Job Offers. With the right you will implement your communica-
information and preparation, you will To be successful in negotiating a salary tion and proposal effectively to the
be able to negotiate for the higher sal- you must think about the two major hiring official. Remain positive and
ary you want and achieve positive re- stages. The first step is the preparation confident throughout the negotiation
sults. For many it is not easy to accom- and planning stage and the second process; continue to sell yourself when
plish, however, negotiating job offers is stage is your actual negotiation. This is negotiating a higher salary. Show the
the last step and the trickiest part of where you will apply your good com- company that you are a valuable asset
securing a new job or keeping yourself munication skills and it is also where all and are worth the $$$.
happy in your current one. Through the information is shared. Preparation If you are interested in learning more
negotiation you and your employer or and planning involves research, gather- about Negotiating Job Offers, please
future employer are discussing certain ing information and planning your sign up for our upcoming workshop
conditions and expectations in terms of strategy to negotiate. There are four scheduled for June 20 at 0930. You can
workload and compensation. components to consider in this stage: sign up by calling 315-772-1090/9611.
Determine your competitive mar-
Research has suggested that 4 out of 5 ket-value by knowing what you are
companies consider some form of sal- worth
ary negotiation, however the studies Determine your company-value by “The future belongs to those who
also show that only a small percentage showing what you are worth to the believe in the beauty of their
of applicants actually enter into nego- company dreams.”
tiations with future employers. You do Calculate your acceptable salary -Eleanor Roosevelt
range
11. ACS CLASSES AND EVENTS FOR JUNE 2012
Date Time Class/Event Location
Friday June 1: 0930-1200 Hearts Apart Support Group ACS
Monday June 4: 0930-1200 Newcomer’s Orientation ACS
1300-1500 Basic Excel for Job Seekers ACS
Tuesday June 5: 0900-1200 ESOL Class ACS
0930-1400 Drum Family Welcome Tour Departs ACS
1130-1300 From Victim to Survivor Educational Group ACS
1330-1530 Stress Management ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall– A2-86
Wednesday June 6: 0830-1600 First Term Financial Readiness Training Call For Location
1800-2100 SOS Family Night Pine Plains Bowling Cntr
Thursday June 7: 0900-1200 ESOL Class ACS
0900-1230 CARE Team Training ACS
0930-1130 Employment 101 ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
Friday June 8: 0900-1130 In Her Shoes: Living w/ Domestic Violence ACS
Monday June11: 0900-1200 Budget Management Class ACS
0930-1030 Resume Writing Computer Lab ACS
0930-1230 Master Resilience Training Module 4 ACS
0830-1600 First Term Financial Readiness MPA
Tuesday June 12: 0900-1200 ESOL Class ACS
0930-1400 Drum Family Welcome Tour Departs ACS
1100-1300 For Fathers Only Class ACS
1130-1300 Married w/Special Needs Children ACS
1130-1300 From Victim to Survivor Group ACS
1400-1530 Key Caller Training ACS
1400-1600 Credit Repair Class ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
1700-1830 Key Caller Training ACS
Wednesday June 13: 0830-1600 First Term Financial Readiness Call For Location
0900-1600 AFTB Level I ACS
0930-1130 Build Your Own Business ACS
12. ACS CLASSES AND EVENTS FOR JUNE 2012
Date Time Class/Event Location
Thursday June 14: 0900-1200 ESOL Class ACS
0900-1600 AFTB Level I ACS
1100-1300 For Fathers Only ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
Friday June 15: 0900-1100 EFMP Autism Support Group ACS
1000-1200 International Spouse Support Group ACS
Monday June 18: 1300-1500 Transitioning Financial Brief Clark Hall C2-23
Tuesday June 19: 0900-1100 Investing 101 ACS
0900-1200 ESOL Class ACS
0930-1400 Drum Family Welcome Tour Departs ACS
1030-1200 OPSEC Safety for Families ACS
1130-1300 From Victim to Survivor ACS
1330-1530 Anger Management ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
Wednesday June 20: 0830-1600 First Term Financial Readiness Call For Location
0930-1130 Negotiating Job Offers– Career Development ACS
Seminar
Thursday June 21: 0900-1200 ESOL Class ACS
0930-1130 Overseas PCS Brief ACS
0930-1430 MRT Module III Training ACS
1030 Volunteer of the Month The Commons
1100-1300 For Fathers Only Class ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
Friday June 22: 0900-1130 In Her Shoes-Living with Domestic Violence ACS
Tuesday June 26: 0930-1400 Drum Family Welcome Tour Departs ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
Wednesday June 27: 0830-1600 First Term Financial Readiness Training Class For Location
0930-1130 Intro to Internet Class for jobseekers ACS
Thursday June 28: 0930-1130 Federal Employment Workshop ACS
1100-1300 For Fathers Only Class ACS
1530-1600 CONUS PCS Brief Clark Hall A2-86
13. 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, 772-1090
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
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