This document provides information from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) including tips for successful parent-teacher conferences, details on an educational partnership grant kickoff meeting, and notification that DoDEA schools will participate in Red Ribbon Week to promote a drug-free lifestyle. It also announces the upcoming DoDEA Customer Satisfaction Survey and notes a visit by the DoDEA Acting Director to schools in Europe.
The document provides a weekly newsletter with updates from various Military and Family Support programs and organizations. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars and conferences on topics like individual education plans and family resiliency. It also provides news briefs on recalls of children's products, free rooms being offered to veterans on Veterans Day, and the launch of a new military suicide prevention website. Tips are given on healthy eating, parenting during deployment, and communicating with service members.
Armed Forces Week begins May 15th to honor those who serve in the US Armed Forces. May is also Military Appreciation Month, where communities hold events to celebrate troops and families. A DoDEA senior was named a 2011 US Presidential Scholar for academic achievement. Military OneSource webinars on spouse employment and avoiding work scams will be held in late May. Commissary on-site sales will provide commissary benefits to Guard/Reserve members in several locations throughout May and June.
This weekly newsletter provides updates on programs and events related to military community and family policy. Key highlights include:
1) An upcoming meeting of family advocacy program managers to discuss policy issues.
2) An annual summit on domestic abuse fatality reviews within the DoD.
3) The White House announcing a new national strategy to prevent and end homelessness.
4) Participants in an offsite meeting reaching consensus on elements of a new DoD policy for exceptional family member programs.
This document provides information from the MC&FP (Morale, Welfare and Family Programs) weekly newsletter dated August 20, 2010. It includes announcements about upcoming events like the 2011 DoD/USDA Family Resilience Conference, reminders about immunizations and upcoming surveys, and tips for families on topics like finances, parenting, and PCS moves. Resources are provided on issues like the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy, ideas for department efficiency, and arts education.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events, programs, and resources for military families. It discusses the Blue Star Museums program which provides free admission to over 1,300 museums for military families from Memorial Day to Labor Day. It also mentions webinars on military spouse employment and a student essay contest. Tips are provided on nutrition, parenting, physical activity, and upcoming commissary on-site sales events.
The document provides updates on events and initiatives related to military communities and families. It discusses Michelle Obama's upcoming visit to Camp Pendleton to meet with military families, a meeting between the First Lady and non-profit leaders to discuss support for military families, the conclusion of the 2009-2010 school year for Department of Defense Education Activity schools and start of the summer reading program, and career opportunities in military recreation programs.
This document provides a weekly newsletter with updates relevant to military families. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars on parenting and financial topics from Military OneSource, information about a conference on family readiness in April, and tips on nutrition, volunteering, and limiting screen time. It also shares news stories about programs supporting military families and nominations for a Military Child of the Year award.
This document provides a weekly summary of news and events related to the Department of Defense Military Community and Family Policy organization for the week of July 2, 2010. It includes announcements of leadership appointments, education initiatives, state legislation supporting military families, upcoming events, and tips related to health, safety, parenting, finances, and spousal support. The summary highlights key initiatives to support service members, veterans, and their families.
The document provides a weekly newsletter with updates from various Military and Family Support programs and organizations. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars and conferences on topics like individual education plans and family resiliency. It also provides news briefs on recalls of children's products, free rooms being offered to veterans on Veterans Day, and the launch of a new military suicide prevention website. Tips are given on healthy eating, parenting during deployment, and communicating with service members.
Armed Forces Week begins May 15th to honor those who serve in the US Armed Forces. May is also Military Appreciation Month, where communities hold events to celebrate troops and families. A DoDEA senior was named a 2011 US Presidential Scholar for academic achievement. Military OneSource webinars on spouse employment and avoiding work scams will be held in late May. Commissary on-site sales will provide commissary benefits to Guard/Reserve members in several locations throughout May and June.
This weekly newsletter provides updates on programs and events related to military community and family policy. Key highlights include:
1) An upcoming meeting of family advocacy program managers to discuss policy issues.
2) An annual summit on domestic abuse fatality reviews within the DoD.
3) The White House announcing a new national strategy to prevent and end homelessness.
4) Participants in an offsite meeting reaching consensus on elements of a new DoD policy for exceptional family member programs.
This document provides information from the MC&FP (Morale, Welfare and Family Programs) weekly newsletter dated August 20, 2010. It includes announcements about upcoming events like the 2011 DoD/USDA Family Resilience Conference, reminders about immunizations and upcoming surveys, and tips for families on topics like finances, parenting, and PCS moves. Resources are provided on issues like the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy, ideas for department efficiency, and arts education.
This document provides a summary of upcoming events, programs, and resources for military families. It discusses the Blue Star Museums program which provides free admission to over 1,300 museums for military families from Memorial Day to Labor Day. It also mentions webinars on military spouse employment and a student essay contest. Tips are provided on nutrition, parenting, physical activity, and upcoming commissary on-site sales events.
The document provides updates on events and initiatives related to military communities and families. It discusses Michelle Obama's upcoming visit to Camp Pendleton to meet with military families, a meeting between the First Lady and non-profit leaders to discuss support for military families, the conclusion of the 2009-2010 school year for Department of Defense Education Activity schools and start of the summer reading program, and career opportunities in military recreation programs.
This document provides a weekly newsletter with updates relevant to military families. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars on parenting and financial topics from Military OneSource, information about a conference on family readiness in April, and tips on nutrition, volunteering, and limiting screen time. It also shares news stories about programs supporting military families and nominations for a Military Child of the Year award.
This document provides a weekly summary of news and events related to the Department of Defense Military Community and Family Policy organization for the week of July 2, 2010. It includes announcements of leadership appointments, education initiatives, state legislation supporting military families, upcoming events, and tips related to health, safety, parenting, finances, and spousal support. The summary highlights key initiatives to support service members, veterans, and their families.
This document provides a weekly summary of news and events from the Military Community and Family Policy organization. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars on family resiliency and dealing with depression around the holidays. It also summarizes various educational and youth programs happening in the DoD school system and provides tips for military families on nutrition, parenting, finances, and communicating with teenagers.
This document provides a summary of events and initiatives related to military families over the past week. It discusses the First Lady announcing an initiative to expand advanced coursework opportunities to 32 high schools serving military students. It also recognizes the Month of the Military Child and various events held throughout DoDEA to honor military children. Finally, it provides information on upcoming webinars from Military OneSource on topics like teen weight management and children's sleep strategies.
This document provides summaries of information from the Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) related to events, resources, and opportunities for military families:
1) It discusses the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. and the vigil held for victims of the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami.
2) It provides links and information for online resources from Military OneSource, DoDEA, and NorthCom regarding the Japan disaster response and support for affected families.
3) It announces upcoming opportunities like the DoD MWR customer satisfaction survey, an inclusive recreation training course for wounded warriors, the Buick Achievers scholarship program, and the "Forging the Partnership" military family conference
This document provides a summary of news and events from the Department of Defense related to military families and children for the week of May 2, 2011. It includes announcements about a family resilience conference, webinars on topics like military spouse employment, commissary on-site sales for guard/reserve members, and news articles about initiatives to support military families such as Michelle Obama's work and the formal recognition of a partnership between the Department of Defense and the Department of Agriculture to provide resources for military families.
The document is a newsletter from the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program. The main topics covered in the newsletter include:
1) September is Ombudsman Appreciation Month, and the newsletter encourages readers to thank their Command Ombudsman, who are volunteers that provide information and referrals to address questions and needs of military families.
2) September is also Navy Suicide Prevention Month, and the newsletter discusses the importance of checking in with sailors and loved ones daily to promote mental wellness.
3) The newsletter provides information on upcoming transition assistance workshops and courses, preparing for life after the military, and ensuring school children are fueled for learning with healthy packed lunches.
This document provides a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy office covering various topics of interest to military families. Some of the key topics covered include:
- An upcoming webinar on bullying prevention strategies featuring leading researchers and practitioners.
- Information on discounts being offered by JC Penney portrait studios for military families.
- A call for workshop and program proposals for the upcoming "Forging the Partnership" conference on family resilience.
- Various tips and resources are provided on topics like nutrition, parenting, financial planning, deployment preparation and return, and more. Links are provided to additional information on many of these topics.
The document provides information on various events and initiatives related to military family wellness and preparedness occurring in September, which is National Preparedness Month. It discusses webinars on family resiliency, DoDEA focusing on student and staff wellness, special education materials being provided to schools serving military families, and the conclusion of the Blue Star Museum program for the summer. It also provides updates on various installations, conferences, and fantasy football league registration deadlines.
The document is a weekly newsletter from the Office of Morale, Welfare and Recreation providing updates on events and programs supporting military families. It includes announcements about webinars on managing holiday stress and sibling relationships during deployment, grants for military family college students, and a conference on strengthening partnerships between organizations assisting military families. It also provides tips on nutrition, parenting during deployment, childhood obesity prevention, and resisting sales pitches.
This document summarizes various initiatives and events related to supporting military families in November, which is designated as Military Family Month. It discusses the proclamation by President Obama honoring military families, initiatives by the Department of Defense Education Activity including naming a Teacher of the Year and deploying teachers to Afghanistan, and webinars being offered by Military OneSource on topics like health coaching and managing holiday stress. It also provides updates on grants for college and initiatives to support children with deployed parents.
The document provides information on various activities and events happening at Fort Bragg and in the surrounding community in the coming weeks. Topics covered include installation access changes with the new Automated Installation Entry System, self-development workshops, health resources for suicide prevention month, sports league signups, financial savings tips, relationship building events, youth programs, single soldier activities, and spiritual services schedule. The weekly newsletter aims to keep soldiers and families informed and engaged through community updates and event listings.
The document provides updates on various programs and events for military families. It discusses a webinar on family resiliency being held by the Health and Human Services Department. It also provides information on social work month, the impacts of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan on DoDEA schools and personnel, scholarship opportunities for military children, an internship program for college students, and various tips on nutrition, parenting, and childhood obesity prevention.
This newsletter from the U.S. Department of Education discusses topics related to supporting military families and children. It announces that April is designated as Month of the Military Child to recognize the sacrifices made by children with parents serving in the military. It also provides updates on the Elementary and Secondary Education Act reauthorization process and engagement with the Department of Defense on issues related to military-connected students. Additionally, it shares news items about programs supporting military-connected youth.
The document summarizes family support programs and services that will continue operating in the event of a government shutdown, including commissaries, exchanges, child development centers, military onesource, and mycaa. It also lists some programs that will close, such as education centers and MWR programs, though installation lodges will remain open. The document provides updates on various family support events and programs from different offices such as the DoDEA, family advocacy, and MWR.
The document summarizes several updates from the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Installations Command (CNIC) related to Child and Youth Programs (CYP). First, it discusses the formation of the Navy Teen Council to improve communication between Navy teens and leadership. It also announces a new standardized Navy CYP parent handbook and summer camp opportunities. Finally, it provides various program updates and points of contact for CYP professionals.
The document provides a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy organization covering various topics related to military families and communities. It includes announcements about webinars on family resiliency, leadership changes, disability employment awareness, suicide prevention efforts, discounts for military families, and upcoming conferences. Safety and well-being of military children are emphasized.
This newsletter is dedicated to Judi James, a staff member at MilitaryConnection.com who is on medical leave. The newsletter describes Judi as one of the kindest people who helps military members and veterans in need by finding them resources. It says Judi is missed and they hope she has a speedy recovery. The newsletter encourages readers to enjoy its information and share it with others to help military communities.
This document proposes creating a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Journal to raise awareness of MTBI among service members and the public in each US state and territory. The journal would include generic MTBI information and state-specific stories, resources, and photos provided by each state's National Guard Public Affairs Office. Kentucky's PAO would integrate the content and a printer would produce physical and online versions to be distributed by each state's PAO.
Berkshire Community College has been awarded a $1.98 million federal grant to boost declining enrollment, improve student retention, and increase graduation rates over the next five years. The grant will fund a three-pronged approach including creating a new student support center, redesigning orientation programs, and implementing early intervention strategies for struggling students. BCC officials hope the grant resources can help improve student success.
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Webinar attendees working with military service members will leave the webinar knowing where to find resources, partnering organizations, and support when working with military spouses seeking educational or career opportunities.
On May 14th, 2008, over 580,000 active duty and reserve sailors and civilians were serving in the US Navy. 279 active ships were in service, with 155 underway including 5 aircraft carriers. Approximately 10,000 sailors were deployed on the ground in support of the Global War on Terror. Navy ships and personnel were engaged in various operations around the world including humanitarian assistance, exercises with international partners, training, counterdrug operations, and more.
The document provides updates and information for Navy reservists. It congratulates reservists on advancements, reminds them to travel safely for Thanksgiving, and discusses events attended by the author including a visit to a Navy operations support center in Milwaukee. It provides information on career and training resources, awards, and deadlines.
This document provides information from various military and family support organizations in a weekly newsletter format. It includes announcements about webinars on family resiliency and financial management being offered by Military OneSource, a survey of student and parent satisfaction with Department of Defense Education Activity schools, and the dedication of a new Fisher House for families of fallen service members at Dover Air Force Base. It also provides tips and resources on nutrition, parenting, physical activity, personal finances and strengthening family connections during deployment.
This document provides a weekly summary of news and events from the Military Community and Family Policy organization. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars on family resiliency and dealing with depression around the holidays. It also summarizes various educational and youth programs happening in the DoD school system and provides tips for military families on nutrition, parenting, finances, and communicating with teenagers.
This document provides a summary of events and initiatives related to military families over the past week. It discusses the First Lady announcing an initiative to expand advanced coursework opportunities to 32 high schools serving military students. It also recognizes the Month of the Military Child and various events held throughout DoDEA to honor military children. Finally, it provides information on upcoming webinars from Military OneSource on topics like teen weight management and children's sleep strategies.
This document provides summaries of information from the Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) related to events, resources, and opportunities for military families:
1) It discusses the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. and the vigil held for victims of the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami.
2) It provides links and information for online resources from Military OneSource, DoDEA, and NorthCom regarding the Japan disaster response and support for affected families.
3) It announces upcoming opportunities like the DoD MWR customer satisfaction survey, an inclusive recreation training course for wounded warriors, the Buick Achievers scholarship program, and the "Forging the Partnership" military family conference
This document provides a summary of news and events from the Department of Defense related to military families and children for the week of May 2, 2011. It includes announcements about a family resilience conference, webinars on topics like military spouse employment, commissary on-site sales for guard/reserve members, and news articles about initiatives to support military families such as Michelle Obama's work and the formal recognition of a partnership between the Department of Defense and the Department of Agriculture to provide resources for military families.
The document is a newsletter from the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program. The main topics covered in the newsletter include:
1) September is Ombudsman Appreciation Month, and the newsletter encourages readers to thank their Command Ombudsman, who are volunteers that provide information and referrals to address questions and needs of military families.
2) September is also Navy Suicide Prevention Month, and the newsletter discusses the importance of checking in with sailors and loved ones daily to promote mental wellness.
3) The newsletter provides information on upcoming transition assistance workshops and courses, preparing for life after the military, and ensuring school children are fueled for learning with healthy packed lunches.
This document provides a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy office covering various topics of interest to military families. Some of the key topics covered include:
- An upcoming webinar on bullying prevention strategies featuring leading researchers and practitioners.
- Information on discounts being offered by JC Penney portrait studios for military families.
- A call for workshop and program proposals for the upcoming "Forging the Partnership" conference on family resilience.
- Various tips and resources are provided on topics like nutrition, parenting, financial planning, deployment preparation and return, and more. Links are provided to additional information on many of these topics.
The document provides information on various events and initiatives related to military family wellness and preparedness occurring in September, which is National Preparedness Month. It discusses webinars on family resiliency, DoDEA focusing on student and staff wellness, special education materials being provided to schools serving military families, and the conclusion of the Blue Star Museum program for the summer. It also provides updates on various installations, conferences, and fantasy football league registration deadlines.
The document is a weekly newsletter from the Office of Morale, Welfare and Recreation providing updates on events and programs supporting military families. It includes announcements about webinars on managing holiday stress and sibling relationships during deployment, grants for military family college students, and a conference on strengthening partnerships between organizations assisting military families. It also provides tips on nutrition, parenting during deployment, childhood obesity prevention, and resisting sales pitches.
This document summarizes various initiatives and events related to supporting military families in November, which is designated as Military Family Month. It discusses the proclamation by President Obama honoring military families, initiatives by the Department of Defense Education Activity including naming a Teacher of the Year and deploying teachers to Afghanistan, and webinars being offered by Military OneSource on topics like health coaching and managing holiday stress. It also provides updates on grants for college and initiatives to support children with deployed parents.
The document provides information on various activities and events happening at Fort Bragg and in the surrounding community in the coming weeks. Topics covered include installation access changes with the new Automated Installation Entry System, self-development workshops, health resources for suicide prevention month, sports league signups, financial savings tips, relationship building events, youth programs, single soldier activities, and spiritual services schedule. The weekly newsletter aims to keep soldiers and families informed and engaged through community updates and event listings.
The document provides updates on various programs and events for military families. It discusses a webinar on family resiliency being held by the Health and Human Services Department. It also provides information on social work month, the impacts of the earthquake and tsunami in Japan on DoDEA schools and personnel, scholarship opportunities for military children, an internship program for college students, and various tips on nutrition, parenting, and childhood obesity prevention.
This newsletter from the U.S. Department of Education discusses topics related to supporting military families and children. It announces that April is designated as Month of the Military Child to recognize the sacrifices made by children with parents serving in the military. It also provides updates on the Elementary and Secondary Education Act reauthorization process and engagement with the Department of Defense on issues related to military-connected students. Additionally, it shares news items about programs supporting military-connected youth.
The document summarizes family support programs and services that will continue operating in the event of a government shutdown, including commissaries, exchanges, child development centers, military onesource, and mycaa. It also lists some programs that will close, such as education centers and MWR programs, though installation lodges will remain open. The document provides updates on various family support events and programs from different offices such as the DoDEA, family advocacy, and MWR.
The document summarizes several updates from the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Installations Command (CNIC) related to Child and Youth Programs (CYP). First, it discusses the formation of the Navy Teen Council to improve communication between Navy teens and leadership. It also announces a new standardized Navy CYP parent handbook and summer camp opportunities. Finally, it provides various program updates and points of contact for CYP professionals.
The document provides a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy organization covering various topics related to military families and communities. It includes announcements about webinars on family resiliency, leadership changes, disability employment awareness, suicide prevention efforts, discounts for military families, and upcoming conferences. Safety and well-being of military children are emphasized.
This newsletter is dedicated to Judi James, a staff member at MilitaryConnection.com who is on medical leave. The newsletter describes Judi as one of the kindest people who helps military members and veterans in need by finding them resources. It says Judi is missed and they hope she has a speedy recovery. The newsletter encourages readers to enjoy its information and share it with others to help military communities.
This document proposes creating a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Journal to raise awareness of MTBI among service members and the public in each US state and territory. The journal would include generic MTBI information and state-specific stories, resources, and photos provided by each state's National Guard Public Affairs Office. Kentucky's PAO would integrate the content and a printer would produce physical and online versions to be distributed by each state's PAO.
Berkshire Community College has been awarded a $1.98 million federal grant to boost declining enrollment, improve student retention, and increase graduation rates over the next five years. The grant will fund a three-pronged approach including creating a new student support center, redesigning orientation programs, and implementing early intervention strategies for struggling students. BCC officials hope the grant resources can help improve student success.
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Webinar attendees working with military service members will leave the webinar knowing where to find resources, partnering organizations, and support when working with military spouses seeking educational or career opportunities.
On May 14th, 2008, over 580,000 active duty and reserve sailors and civilians were serving in the US Navy. 279 active ships were in service, with 155 underway including 5 aircraft carriers. Approximately 10,000 sailors were deployed on the ground in support of the Global War on Terror. Navy ships and personnel were engaged in various operations around the world including humanitarian assistance, exercises with international partners, training, counterdrug operations, and more.
The document provides updates and information for Navy reservists. It congratulates reservists on advancements, reminds them to travel safely for Thanksgiving, and discusses events attended by the author including a visit to a Navy operations support center in Milwaukee. It provides information on career and training resources, awards, and deadlines.
This document provides information from various military and family support organizations in a weekly newsletter format. It includes announcements about webinars on family resiliency and financial management being offered by Military OneSource, a survey of student and parent satisfaction with Department of Defense Education Activity schools, and the dedication of a new Fisher House for families of fallen service members at Dover Air Force Base. It also provides tips and resources on nutrition, parenting, physical activity, personal finances and strengthening family connections during deployment.
The document provides a summary of various events, programs, and resources for military families from the past week. Key points include:
- A webinar on December 13th to explain the TRICARE health care program and answer questions.
- The launch of a new online application for the DoDEA Educator Career Program with a deadline of January 18, 2011.
- A DoD Dependents school robotics team from Italy will compete in a robotics championship in Maryland on December 11th.
- Reminders and tips for sending care packages to deployed troops during the holidays.
The weekly report provides updates on several Navy programs and policies. It recognizes the 2010 Sailors of the Year who were advanced to chief petty officer. It discusses Memorial Day safety and encourages reviewing completion of career development boards and documentation in personnel records. The report also provides information on securing personal data when working remotely, retaking the ASVAB, and recent updates to the Navy Performance Evaluation Instruction.
NFL players are sponsoring SAT and ACT prep software that is normally $199 for all military families at no cost other than shipping. The software contains thousands of practice exams, videos, and classwork to help prepare for the SATs and ACTs. Military families can get more details by visiting the listed website.
This document provides information on support resources available for families of deployed sailors. It discusses the changing deployment model and new support requirements that have emerged. The Navy family support infrastructure aims to ensure families are prepared for deployments through communication channels between commands, families, and sailors. Traditional support mechanisms at the command level include Ombudsmen, command leadership, Family Readiness Groups, and Fleet and Family Support Centers. Additional resources have been developed to support Individual Augmentees and their families, such as Command Individual Augmentee Coordinators and an Individual Augmentee website. The document encourages family financial preparedness and lists various organizations that provide further assistance and information.
The document provides instructions for Navy personnel to verify their eligibility for and participate in the FY-12 Enlisted Retention Board, which will review records of active duty sailors in paygrades E4 through E8. It describes eligibility criteria, how to review one's record on the Official Military Personnel File, how to submit a letter to the board, addresses for mailing correspondence to the board, and points of contact for questions.
The weekly report provides updates on events and issues for Navy reservists over the past week:
- An awards luncheon was held where a Navy reservist received an achievement medal.
- A senior enlisted panel discussed proposed budget cuts and other policy issues with attendees.
- Site visits were conducted to medical training facilities to review state-of-the-art simulation opportunities.
- Safety reminders were provided for the upcoming holiday travel season.
The document is a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy office providing updates on programs, services, and events relevant to military families. It includes announcements about upcoming webinars on parenting, finances, and developing children's responsibility from Military OneSource. It also summarizes a conference on family readiness partnerships and recalls of alcohol prep products sold at military exchanges.
The document provides a summary of various events, programs, and resources for military families from the past week. Key points include:
- A webinar on December 13th to explain the TRICARE health care program and answer questions.
- The launch of a new online application for the DoDEA Educator Career Program with a deadline of January 18, 2011.
- A DoD Dependents school robotics team from Italy will compete in a robotics championship in Maryland on December 11th.
- Reminders and tips for sending care packages to deployed troops during the holidays.
The document provides information on several topics related to military personnel and their families:
1) It announces the deadline of February 17th for applications for the 2010 Scholarships for Military Children Program and lists eligibility requirements.
2) It provides details on the upcoming 2010 Military Saves Campaign during Military Saves Week from February 21-28 to encourage service members and families to commit to saving money.
3) It offers several resources and programs available to support military families including the Joint Family Support Assistance Program, Military OneSource, and free tax filing services through Military OneSource.
This document summarizes resources and news related to military families and education, including:
- A reminder about school liaisons who can help military families with their children's education transition to new schools.
- News about a Department of Defense roadmap to improve facilities at schools on military bases, as well as updates on the Department of Defense Education Activity.
- Links to results from the DoDEA 2010-2011 customer satisfaction survey and guidance on managing student health issues like diabetes and obtaining physicals.
The document provides a summary of news and events related to military and family programs from June 17, 2011. It includes announcements about upcoming hiring fairs and career resources for military spouses, educational opportunities and resources for military children, financial planning tools for civil servants, and other family support initiatives. It also summarizes recent media coverage of efforts to increase support for military families from Hollywood, the cable industry, and other organizations.
This document provides a summary of upcoming webinars from Military OneSource on developing healthy habits and managing finances. Topics include setting goals, dealing with debt, managing money as a couple, and teaching children responsibility. The webinars are free and scheduled throughout January 2011.
This document provides a summary of various events and initiatives from the Military Community & Family Policy organization for the week of March 4, 2011. It includes information on a congressional hearing on preventing abuse of tuition assistance, a robotics competition for DoDEA students in Germany, DoDEA schools participating in Read Across America day, the availability of the online summer workshop application for teachers, various spouse and family fitness programs from MWR, an upcoming military family conference in Chicago, a meeting to discuss support for families with special needs, and an employment skills program for military youth.
The document announces the Race to the Top High School Commencement Challenge, where public schools can apply to have President Obama speak at their graduation. It provides details on the application process, including essay questions focusing on college and career readiness. Schools must submit applications by March 15th, after which finalists will be selected and the public can vote for the winning school to host the President's commencement speech.
The document provides information on several topics:
1) The El Paso Sergeants Major Association is offering scholarships for family members of active duty or retired NCOs. Applications are due by April 30th.
2) Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation is offering scholarships of up to $2,500 for students of military family housing residents. Applications are due April 15th.
3) The William Beaumont Army Medical Center pediatric clinic has relocated.
The document provides updates on various programs and initiatives that support military members and their families:
1) The MyCAA program resumed operations on March 13, 2010, allowing existing account holders to access the full website. No new accounts can be created yet.
2) Vermont became the first state in 2010 and the 33rd overall to address military-specific issues of child custody and visitation.
3) New Mexico approved an interstate compact on educational opportunities for military children, becoming the 28th state to do so.
This document provides a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy team covering various topics relevant to military families such as Constitution Day celebrations, Hispanic Heritage Month, health coaching webinars, moderated chats on homework help, and more. It also includes announcements about family advocacy programs, community partnerships, nutrition tips, and Let's Move initiatives to address childhood obesity.
This document provides a weekly newsletter from the Military Community and Family Policy organization with updates on programs, events, and resources for military families. It includes announcements about upcoming conferences, new recreation kits available for deployment events, promotions within the MC&FP team, upcoming school years, and more brief updates on various topics relevant to military families.
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The document provides information on several topics:
1) It encourages readers to submit questions, comments, and articles to the newsletter or social media.
2) It discusses resources to help family members with special needs meet fitness and health goals through adaptive plans.
3) It provides information on stalking awareness and resources for those concerned about stalking.
The Navy's Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) provides comprehensive support for military families with special needs children. It assists families during relocation by ensuring support for their unique needs is available at new duty stations. Over 16,000 families are currently enrolled. The program coordinates support between various Navy offices and includes dedicated coordinators, education liaisons, and expanded family support centers. EFMP aims to streamline assignments while providing information and connecting families to resources.
The document provides updates from various offices within the Military Community and Family Policy organization, including welcoming a new leader, providing support to families affected by events in Japan, celebrating the Month of the Military Child, new STEM education initiatives, state legislative updates, MWR programs building resilience, National Child Abuse Prevention Month activities, an upcoming family resiliency conference, a panel meeting between EFMP managers and HHS, a new eMagazine celebrating military children, upcoming commissary on-site sales, and news articles about military quality of life and benefits.
This document summarizes information from various military and family support organizations. It announces an upcoming family resilience conference that will be live streamed. It also provides information on teacher appreciation week events, military family webinars on topics like digital literacy and children's sleep, state legislation supporting military families, and commissary mobile sale events.
The document provides instructions for requesting a retirement letter from the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON). It notes to allow 8 weeks for processing and delivery and to ensure all submitted information such as the retiree's name, rank, retirement date and requestor's contact details are correct and in the specified format.
This NPC Force weekly discusses:
- NPC's New "How Do I" Link
- Reserve To Active Component
- BOL Has Added More Links
- Review Records With New Personnel
This NPC Force Weekly discusses cyber security upgrades, critical paperwork, the availability of the Kuder journey on Navy college site, and a quality of life in port quick poll.
The summary provides updates on pay and bonuses, advancements, and education following the government shutdown:
1) Pay, bonuses, and other payments owed will be paid soon now that a bill has passed to fund the military. Sailors should check for direct deposits and contact officials if owed payments are not received.
2) Submission of reenlistment bonus requests can continue but requests in October will be moved to November, except for sailors meeting certain exceptions.
3) Navy advancement results are not expected to be delayed and the Navy College Office and Virtual Education Center remain open, but tuition assistance and testing are on hold until the budget passes.
This NPC Force Weekly discusses an update to the Career Waypoint user guide, eval changes, NFAAS update deadline fast approaching, PRT policy changes, and BOL Access will be CAC only starting 21 September.
This NPC Force Weekly discusses the SDAP deadline, changes to the Petty Officer Selectee Leadership Course, provides an update on PASS Transfer, and provides the PACT Quotas for August.
This document outlines the 18 month detailing countdown process for Navy sailors, providing guidance on tasks to complete each month leading up to their Projected Rotation Date (PRD). Sailors are instructed to update their profile, verify personnel information, submit duty preferences and special requests, and apply for jobs on the Career Management System-Interactive Detailing (CMS-ID) platform. If required, sailors also initiate the reenlistment approval process through the Career Waypoints system. The goal is for sailors to have orders negotiated by 6 months prior to their PRD.
The Reserve FORCE Master Chief discusses transitioning between active and reserve duty components being made easier due to the work of Reserve Sailors and Leaders. Two Reserve Sailors, PSSN Abel O Mboo and EN3 Dina A. Ibarra, are highlighted for their work and invited to attend a luncheon with the Redskins football team. Important dates are provided, including the Force Master Chief change of office on October 18, 2013 at the Navy Memorial in Washington D.C.
This NPC Force weekly discusses how Fleet Engagement Teams are set to hit the fleet and makes a call to support the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD).
This document summarizes the challenges facing first class petty officers who are awaiting the results to see if they will be selected as chief petty officers. It discusses how both those selected and not selected will face challenges, but should maintain a positive attitude. It also provides brief updates on activities of Navy reserve sailors and announces the upcoming change of office for the Force Master Chief of the Navy Reserve.
The document provides information from the Navy Personnel Command Force Master Chief regarding career progression opportunities, personnel matters, and general updates. Sailors are encouraged to provide feedback on reducing administrative requirements by July 31st through the RAD website. The summary also includes information on career waypoints and conversions, today in Naval history briefs, an update on the Reducing Administrative Distractions initiative, progress made in reducing synthetic drug use in the Navy, and details on the annual Special Duty Assignment Pay recertification process.
This NPC Force Weekly discusses the posting of the FY-14 active duty Senior Chief results, the changing of NPC customer service center e-mail addresses, the release of Chief quotas, and an update to the CMS/ID application phase.
The weekly newsletter from the Navy Personnel Command Force Master Chief provides information on career progression, community management, personnel matters, and general updates. It includes highlights of important dates in naval history for the week, a quote, instructions on entering awards into personnel records, information on a mandatory sexual assault prevention training, and a retirement request checklist for command career counselors.
Secretary of the Navy Mabus and Chief of Naval Operations Greenert visited with Sailors and Marines in Afghanistan and aboard ships to discuss security efforts and thank them for their service. The Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group completed an eight-month deployment visiting ports in several countries. The USS Kearsarge arrived in Israel for a port visit while embarked Marines from the 26th MEU. The Military Sealift Command received the first Mobile Landing Platform, USNS Montford Point.
The MCPON asks Chief Petty Officers to help prevent sexual assault in the Navy by talking to at least one sailor per week about prevention. He wants each sailor to then commit to discussing prevention with one of their shipmates, to spread the message throughout the fleet. The excerpt is included to get the word out that sexual assault will not be tolerated. It asks everyone to work together to stamp out this issue.
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This Week in MC&FP
October 22, 2010
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We’ve had some beautiful fall days here recently – perfect runner’s weather for
Army’s Ten-Miler. We wish all the participants well and hope this great weather continues for those
planning a similar, but much longer, trek at the Marine Corps Marathon. We all know that skier’s weather
will be upon us soon enough!
Have a good week and take care.
Your MC&FP Team
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From DoDEA
DoDEA Offers Parents Helpful Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Conferences
Parent-Teacher conferences allow parents the opportunity to ask questions about their child's
classes or progress in school. These conferences are a great way to discuss how parents and
teachers can work together to help students perform at their best in school. See
http://www.dodea.edu/parents/dodea.cfm?cId=ptc
DoDEA Hosts Successful Educational Partnership 2010 Grant Kickoff Meeting
DoDEA's Educational Partnership hosted a successful the 2010 Grant Kickoff event October
18th and 19th in Alexandria, Va. The Honorable Mr. Robert L. Gordon III, deputy under
secretary of defense for military community and family policy provided opening remarks for the
conference. In 2010, DoDEA's Educational Partnership awarded more than $38 million in grants
to public schools serving military children throughout the nation. The grants were awarded to 32
military-connected Local Education Agencies to increase student achievement and ease the
challenges military students face due to transitions and deployment. These schools, located
throughout the U.S., serve communities near more than 30 military installations. There are more
than 37,000 students from military families within these schools, and more than 190,000 total
students.
DoDEA Schools to Participate in Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 23-31
DoDEA schools around the world will join military installations and schools throughout the
United States in participating in Red Ribbon Week, October 23-31, 2010. Sponsored by the
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National Family Partnership, Red Ribbon Week provides schools and families a perfect
opportunity to discuss the dangers of drug abuse and the benefits of a healthy and drug-free
lifestyle. The Red Ribbon Campaign is now the oldest and largest drug prevention program in
the nation, reaching millions of young people each year. For more information about Red
Ribbon Week activities at DoDEA schools, contact the principal of the school in your area.
DoDEA Customer Satisfaction Survey to Begin Nov. 1st
DoDEA will administer its biennial Customer Satisfaction Survey from November 1, 2010,
through December 15, 2010. The survey provides valuable feedback to DoDEA from its most
important customers – students and parents – about the quality of education it provides and areas
needing improvement. The 2010 DoDEA Customer Satisfaction Survey represents a departure
from tradition in that the survey will be open for a shorter window. It is administered to students
in grades 4-12 and sponsors for each child enrolled in DoD schools from Pre-kindergarten/
SureStart through 12th grade. As with prior Customer Satisfaction Surveys, participation
remains voluntary and maximum participation is encouraged in order to obtain reliable and valid
data.
DoDEA Acting Director Meets with Command, School Leaders in Europe
DoDEA Acting Director, Ms. Marilee Fitzgerald, was on official travel this week to
Kaiserslautern, Ramstein, and Stuttgart, Germany, and also Vicenza and Naples, Italy. She
conducted office calls with the command leadership and visited DoDEA schools. While in
Vicenza, she participated in meetings and training sessions with the Overseas Federation of
Teachers and DoDEA Administrators in pre-decisional involvement under the new executive
order on labor management relations. She returns to Washington, D.C. next week.
From the Office of Family Policy/Children and Youth
Deaths prompt CPSC, FDA Warning on Infant Sleep Positioners
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) today warned consumers to stop using infant sleep positioners. Over the
past 13 years, CPSC and the FDA have received 12 reports of infants between the ages of 1
month and 4 four months who died when they suffocated in sleep positioners or became trapped
and suffocated between a sleep positioner and the side of a crib or bassinet. Most of the infants
suffocated after rolling from a side to stomach position. In addition to the reported deaths, CPSC
has received dozens of reports of infants who were placed on their backs or sides in sleep
positioners, only to be found later in potentially hazardous positions within or next to the sleep
positioners. See http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10358.html
College Grants Up For Grabs
The Air Force Aid Society plans to award up to 3,000 grants to dependents of Air Force
members for their college education through the General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant
Program. Applications for these $2,000 need-based grants are now available from the Society’s
Web site. Completed forms must be received by AFAS no later than March 11, 2011.
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The grant program is open to dependent children of active duty, Title 10 Reservists on extended
active duty, Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty, retired, retired reservists and
deceased Air Force members. Spouses of active duty members and surviving spouses of
deceased personnel are also eligible. All applicants must be enrolled as full-time undergraduates
at an accredited college or university during the 2011-2012 academic year, and are required to
maintain a minimum 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA). For more information, see
http://www.afas.org
“Staying Strong as a Couple” Webinar Offered
Military OneSource will offer the Webinar, “Staying Strong as a Couple,” Monday, October 25,
2010 at 12:00 p.m. (EDT). The Webinar will address conflict and compromise, understanding
and trust. Staying strong as a couple is a constant challenge no matter how long you’ve been
together. This Webinar is designed to help you get through the common challenges that couples
face. You will be able to:
· Identify seven practices that serve as the core of satisfying marriages.
· Generate techniques for putting each practice into action.
· Discover effective ways to strengthen your couple relationship.
See http://www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/OnlineCommunity/Webinars.aspx
“Positive Discipline for Children” Webinar Offered
Military OneSource will offer the Webinar, “Positive Discipline for Children,” on Thursday,
October 28, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. (EDT) and on Friday, October 29, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (EDT).
Studies show that a positive approach to discipline is more effective than using punishment. An
alternative to nagging, yelling, and punishing, positive discipline involves helping a child learn
self-control. It's a matter of setting clear limits and expectations, and following through
consistently. Participants in this webinar will learn how to:
· Set limits
· Avoid daily battles
· Acknowledge and respond to your child’s feelings constructive ways
See http://www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/OnlineCommunity/Webinars.aspx
“Forging the Partnership” Conference Planners Call for Proposals
Thinking about presenting at the DoD/USDA 2011 Family Resilience Conference? Proposals
for workshops, computer labs, research posters, and program showcase exhibits are due
Wednesday, November 3, 2010.
If you haven’t done so yet, mark your calendar now to be in Chicago on April 26 - 29, 2011, at
the Hyatt Regency. The interagency conference, Forging the Partnership, will bring together
professionals from DoD and USDA and will build connections, competency and the capacity of
our agencies and programs.
The conference will feature keynote speakers, current youth and family research presenters,
interactive workshops and computer labs. For more information, see
http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/service/conferenceandworkshops/fy2011
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From the Office of Morale, Welfare and Recreation
2010 National Recreation and Park Association Congress – “Hot Topic” Session
Carol Potter will present an education session at the National Recreation and Park Association
Congress 2010 national conference about “Building Resilience for Healthy Families and
Communities in the Military” on Wednesday, October 27, in Minneapolis, Minn. Participants
will gain information about the current military environment, the challenges facing today’s
service members and their families, how recreation opportunities build resilience, and the
benefits of implementing recreation that impacts military readiness.
Based on session content and speaker qualifications, the congress has identified her session as a
“Hot Topic.” Sessions with this branding will receive special marketing in the preliminary and
final programs, on the association’s Web site, in promotional materials, and on-site.
From Resale
AAFES Announces “My Hero” Essay Contest
A 300-word essay could be worth $2,000 in the Army & Air Force Exchange Service’s “My
Hero” Essay Contest. To qualify, authorized shoppers must write an essay on their hero,
including what makes the nominee unique or what accomplishment or influence they have
achieved.
The “My Hero” contest is open to for submissions by military members and all military ID card
holders who are 18-years-old or older at the time of entry. Essays of 300 words or less must
include name, address, daytime phone number, rank or occupation, as well as information
regarding the nominee (name, address and contact information).
See http://www.shopmyexchange.com/pa/news/10news/10-049.htm
DECA is delivering the benefit at the following Guard and reserve locations. For more
information, visit http://www.commissaries.com/guard_reserve_sales.cfm:
Oct 28-29 National Guard Tulsa, Okla.
Oct 28-29 Guard and Reserve Bourne, Mass.
Oct 30 Guard and Reserve Green Bay Wis.
In the News
From the American Forces Press Service – Family Care Plan Requirements Change A recent
change in Defense Department policy highlights why servicemembers and deployable civilians
who also are custodial parents may want to seek legal help in arranging their children’s care
during deployment. DoD Instruction 1342.19, “Family Care Plans,” was revised in May to
require such plans from troops and expeditionary civilians who have legal custody or joint
custody of a minor child. The new policy requires these parents to attempt to obtain the consent
of the noncustodial or adoptive parent to any family care plan that would leave the child in the
custody of a third party. See http://www.defense.gov//News/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=61319
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From the Family Matters Blog – Looking Back, Moving Forward
More than 20 years ago, the first federal funds were authorized for the establishment,
maintenance and expansion of programs and projects to prevent incidents of family violence and
provide shelter and assistance for victims and their children. See
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/fysb/content/docs/FVPSA_program_summary.pdf. Over the
past two decades, the momentum of the domestic violence movement has continued to build.
See http://afps.dodlive.mil/2010/10/19/blogger-urges-readers-to-move-forward/
From TRICARE Communications – Oral Tips for Halloween and Year-round
Trick or Treat! It’s that time of year again, when kids look forward to Halloween sweets and
parents worry about the damage sugar does to their kids’ teeth. TRICARE officials remind
beneficiaries that brushing and flossing after eating sugary treats is the best way to keep cavities
away and maintain their child's oral health, Halloween and year-round.
See http://www.tricare.mil/pressroom/press_article.aspx?fid=497
Tips of the Week
Nutrition Tip of the Week – What’s a serving from the milk group?
One cup (8- ounces) fluid milk or yogurt, 1½ ounce natural cheese, or 2 ounces processed cheese
can be considered as a 1-cup serving from the milk group.
For more information on making healthy and nutritious food choices, check out the
Commissary’s Web site at http://www.commissaries.com/ .
Parenting Tip of the Week – Write a letter –stay connected
The next time you spend quality time with your child, consider writing a friendly letter to a
friend, deployed parent or other relative, or neighbor with him/her. Be sure to include the date,
salutation, and closing with the body of the letter. You can practice writing friendly letters with
your child by sending servicemembers a general message via the DoD Community Relations
website at http://www.ourmilitary.mil/Message.aspx?SectionID=5 .
Let’s Move/Childhood Obesity Tip of the Week – Help Kids Stay Active
Children and teens should participate in at least 60 minutes of moderate intensity physical
activity most days of the week, preferably daily. Remember that children imitate adults. Start
adding physical activity to your own daily routine and encourage your child to join you. Some
examples of moderate intensity physical activity include:
Brisk walking
Playing tag
Jumping rope
Playing soccer
Swimming
Dancing
See http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/children/index.html#prevention.
Financial Tip of the Week – Five Sneaky Ways to Save $100 a Month
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If your savings rate is not up to snuff and you're finding it hard to pinch those pennies for a rainy
day, try some of these sneaky switches to trick yourself into saving more than the national
average.
Fire your bank? Add up all your banking fees: ATM fees, monthly account fees, overdraft
protection fees, minimum balance fees, debit card transaction fees, and the myriad of other
miscellaneous fees to see how much your bank is costing you. If you're paying a pretty penny
for the privilege of using your own money, then maybe it's time to give your banker the pink slip
and switch banks.
Make your kids pay for it! If your kids keep asking for stuff they don't need, then maybe it's time
to get sneaky by closing the bank of mom and dad and making your kids spend their own
allowance. Teaching kids the value of earning a dollar can help them grow into financially savvy
teens, and not giving in to every childhood whim could save you hundreds each month.
Lower your mutual fund fees. If you put your retirement savings into mutual funds, chances are
those sneaky investing fees -- management expense ratios (MERs), loads, and trailer fees -- are
all drastically decreasing your investment returns each year, without you even noticing! Cutting
your investment costs by over 1 percent could save you thousands per year, depending on the
size of your portfolio.
Pay your mortgage biweekly, not monthly. By opting for biweekly payments, you will pay a bit
more each month and there will be a few months where three mortgage payments are due,
depending on how the weeks fall, but if you are on biweekly paychecks, you won’t notice the
difference. For example, when compared with monthly payments, switching to an accelerated
biweekly payment plan can save you around $30,100 in interest and end your mortgage almost
four years sooner, assuming a $200,000 loan at a 5.6 percent interest rate with a 25-year term.
That's an average of $100 saved each month!
Plug in your slow cooker. Just throw a few tasty ingredients into a slow cooker the night before,
and plug in the pot before heading out the door. Not only are slow cookers easy to use and frugal
to buy, but they can also cut your grocery bill significantly by allowing you to purchase cheaper
cuts of meat and tenderizing them over low heat for a longer time.
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