acs september si ms 2012 newsletter
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AFAPThe next AFAP Conference will be 29 October-2 November 2012. Please submit issues online at: http://himwr.com. Contact Heather Miles at (808) 655-0705 or [email protected]. Army Family Action Plan (AFA) is one of the Army’s most effective tools in managing change and improving the well being of all who work for and support the U.S. Army. AFAP is for the entire Army Family: Soldiers, Family Members, DA Civilians, Retirees, National Guard, Reservists and Survivors. AFAP Success Stories: Established minimum standards for Army childcare; Established Military Thrift Savings Plan (TSP); Mandates state charge no more than in-state tuition rates for military personnel and their dependents; MWR Kennels at Halawa Valley on the island of Oahu . These are just a few issues that have been resolved for our Army Family through the AFAP process.
AFTB
AFTB Level I: September 18, 0800-1530. NCO Academy located on Higgins Road AFTB Level II: September 19- 20, 25- 26, 1700-2100; ACS Training Center, Bldg 647ACS Instructor Training (ITC ): September 12-14, 0830-1500; Bldg 647Contact Ferne Conroy at (808) 655-0671 or [email protected].
Information and Referral
Newcomers Orientation Ho’ike: September 6th, 13th, 20th, & 28th; 0900-1200, Nehelani Schofield BarracksNewcomers Orientation: September 12th; 0900-1130 , Fort Shafter, 1Lt Brostrom Community CenterACS Island Tour: September 8th & 22nd;0730 – 1600, Schofield Barracks, ACSSponsorship Training: September 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th; 1000-1100 & 1400-1500. Helping Sponsors understand that good sponsorship can make a difference in helping Soldiers and Families make a smooth transition to Hawaii. ACS on Schofield Barracks & Fort Shafter
Financial Readiness
First Term Financial Training: September 10th, 17th, 20th, & 24th, 0830-1630, Schofield Barracks, ACS This workshop focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal responsibility. The goal is to encourage these Soldiers and Families to understand their personal finances and learn tools for financial success. This is a mandatory program of instruction for First Term Soldiers offered every Monday (except Federal Holidays). Soldiers must bring an EOM LES. A certificate is awarded to each participant who completes the 8 hours of instruction. M o ney Ma n agem e nt: September 5th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS. Learn basic tools for financial success through developing a spending plan, reducing expenses and making your paycheck work for youBasics of Budgeting: September 12th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACSSick of living paycheck to paycheck? This class will help you develop a budget, track expenses, and create a system to save and pay your bills on time. Please bring a copy of your LES and a list of bills. https://mypay.dfas.mil
Your Credit Report & Score: September 19th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS No credit or bad credit, this class will help you increase your credit score and understand how lenders see you. Know where you stand before making a large purchase. Bring one copy of your credit report from: www.annualcreditreport.comBasic Investing & TSP: September 26th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS. The best time to start investing is NOW! Learn the basics of the Thrift Savings Plan and other investment options including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. www.tsp.gov
Employment Readiness
Employment Orientation: September 7th, 14th and 28th, 0900-1030, Schofield Barracks, ACS Civilian Resume Writing : September 27th, 0900-1030, Schofield Barracks, ACSLearn how to tailor your resume for a civilian sector job, gain helpful tips on job searching in the civilian sector as well as how to prepare for an interview. Ten Steps to a Federal Job: September 20th & 21st, 0900-1100 , Fort Shafter, ACS This is a 2-day seminar that will give the Ten Steps to Success in the Federal Resume Process
Family Advocacy Program
Expectant Parents Class: September 6th, 13th, & 20th, 1400-1530, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647. This is a series of 6 workshops will teach you what to expect when you bring baby home. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or [email protected] with questions.Anger Awareness: September 20th, 1500-1630; SB ACS. This workshop provides information about the basic mechanisms of anger and how to manage it. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or [email protected] with questions.Respect in Conflict: September 12th, 1500-1700; AMR Teen Center. This workshop will show teens how to incorporate new techniques for showing respect during conflict. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or [email protected] with questions.Scream Free Parenting: September 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th; HMR Community Center. We will show you how to stay calm and connected with your child. This is a 4 part series. You do not have to attend all 4 classes, but it is recommended. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or [email protected] with questions.Scream Free Parenting: September 25th, Fort Shafter. We will show you how to stay calm and connected with your child. This is a 4 part series. You do not have to attend all 4 classes, but it is recommended. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or [email protected] with questions.Starts with two, Ends with two: September 17th, 1700-1830, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647 Schofield. This workshop will teach you how to reconnect with your spouse, get to know yourself once your kids move out and forge your new identity as their part-time parent.Compassion Fatigue: September 20th, 1300-1430, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647 Schofield Barracks. Affects many caregivers. We could also experience this with our jobs. Join us for a stimulating workshop as we explore this topic and find the right tools for success in dealing with compassion fatigue.Boot Camp for New Dads: September 8th, 0900-1230, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647 Schofield Barracks. A unique Father-to-Father workshop that has been recognized worldwide as the premiere program for new dads.
EFMP Communication & Coping Workshop: September 5th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks ACS.
Mobilization and Deployment
FRG Esstentials(FRG 101, Key Callers, Fundraising, VMIS): September 8th, 0900-1345; September 26th & 27th, 1800-2015. Schofield Barracks ACS.
Master Resiliency Training for FRG Volunteers & FRSAs): September 18th, 1200-1400