available!
50 LRF is hosting an introductory briefing from VPSI van pools on
November 1st from 1300-1430 in the Bldg 300 Auditorium. Stop in and
learn about how VPSI van pools can save you money on your Schriever
commute. Currently, Schriever has 7 van pools in operation in
coordination with 50 LRF and VPSI. This is a great FREE program for all
DoD employees!
For more information, please contact SSgt Jesse Roberge of 50 LRF/LGRM
at 567-3365 or at jesse.roberge@schriever.af.mil
Active Parenting 5 Nov 2010
Active Parenting is designed for parents of children ages 5-12. Learn
strategies to empower your child(ren) so that they will develop life
skills such as respect and responsibility. The workshop focuses on
communication, parenting styles, discipline, and developing self-esteem.
Learn more about yourself as a parent, effective parenting strategies,
and have fun in the process! The class is at 1400 at the Airman & Family
Readiness Center, Bldg T-65.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Resume Basics (10 Nov)
This class is for the person who either has never completed a resume or
is seeking confirmation that what they have is on the right track. Held
every other month, the new format for Resume Basics includes not only
information on the format, appropriate content, and how to use the
resume, but actual input from a local employer who reads resumes on a
daily basis. The class is Wednesday, at 9:00 am at the Airman & Family
Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. Call the A&FRC at 567-3920 to sign up.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Military Adoption Fair (10 Nov)
Thinking about adoption, but don't know where to start? Start by
attending the Adoption Fair/Workshop from 0900-1300 at the Armed
Services YMCA, 2190 Jet wing Drive. It is hosted by the Airman and
Family Readiness Centers of Peterson, Schriever, and the USAFA Academy;
the Army Community Service Center, Fort Carson and the Southeast YMCA.
Representatives will be on hand to talk about the different types of
adoption and available resources. You must sign up for this event.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
SnoFest tickets on sale 1 Nov at ODR/ITT
Lift tickets are $51 adults, $34 children (ages 5-12) and $47 for E1-E4.
Friday party tickets are $17 adult and $10 child(5-12), Saturday party
tickets are $19 adult and $12 child (5-12). Ages 4 and under free if not
occupying a chair. Tickets are available to all Schriever personnel.
Stop by building 300, room #133 or call Brian Mitchell at 567-6050 for
more information.
For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of 50 FSS/FSCO at
567-6050 or at Brian.Mitchell@schriever.af.
Disney Armed Forces Salute 2010-11 has been announced!
Now available to order through ODR/ITT 4-Day Park Hopper for Walt Disney
World Florida for $138.00, 4-Day Base with water park option $138.00,
and 4-Day Hopper with water park for $165.00- a maximum of (6) tickets
can be purchased. This promotion will run through 28 September 2011.
Eligible service members for this are active or retired military,
including activated members of the National Guard, as well as, active
and retired members of the Coast Guard. Walt Disney World tickets have
to be redeemed at the main entrance to the park no later than 24
September 2011. Blackout dates are: 27-31 Dec. 2010 and 17-23 Apr. 2011
at all Disney World theme parks and 4 July at Magic Kingdom Park only.
For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of 50 FSS/FSCO at
567-6050 or at Brian.Mitchell@schriever.af.
Basketball Court Closure (29 Oct)
The basketball court will be closed from 1200-1700 on 29 Oct in support
of the monthly 50th SW Promotion Ceremony.
For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50 FSS/FSVS at
567-6658 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil
DoD NAF Health and Dental Insurance Enrollment Open Season
The "Open Season" will be available from 1 November 2010 to 30 November
2010 for enrollment effective 1 Jan 2011. Do not miss this opportunity
if you would like to enroll in the health and dental plans or if you
would like any changes to existing policies. Visit the Human Resources
office from 7:30 to 4:30 or call 567-4737 or 567-5710.
For more information, please contact Ms. Vicky Schumacher of 50 FSS/FSMH
at 567-4737 or at Vicky.schumacher@schriever.af.
2010 Ladies Holiday Luncheon
50 SW Command Section is looking for a Schriever POC for the 2010 Ladies
Holiday Luncheon. If you are interested in being the POC please contact
Jean Orpen or Kris Hunt at 567-5001.
For more information, please contact Jean Orpen of 50 SW/CVS at 567-5001
or at jean.orpen@schriever.af.mil.
Mandatory Pre-separation Counseling Briefing Every Tuesday, 1400
The Pre-separation Counseling briefing is the first step to separating
or retiring from the military. This briefing is mandatory and a
prerequisite to all other transition-related briefings such as TAP.
During this briefing you will learn about all the benefits and services
available to you when you leave the military. Documentation of this
briefing is accomplished through the completion of the DD Form 2648. If
you are a year from separation or two years from retirement, start the
transition process now. The class is every Tuesday, 1400 at the Airman &
Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Need a listening ear?
The Military and Family Life Consultant is here to listen and address
marriage and relationship issues, parenting, sibling and family issues,
communication challenges, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, and daily
life issues. The MFLC is available every day, 0730-1630, at the Airman &
Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. The consultant is also available at
the chaplain's office Monday and Wednesday, 1130-1300. At either
location, drop-in appointments are available or you can schedule a time
by calling the MLFC directly at 651-3379.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Military Families First Dinner (5 Nov)
Celebrate the Month of the Military Family at the Southeast Family
Center/Armed Services YMCA with a free dinner for active duty military
and families. There will be children's entertainment and door prizes.
Space is limited. For reservations, call by November 1st at
719-622-9622. "The YMCA is a private organization. It is not a part of
the Department of Defense or any of its components and it has no
governmental status".
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Congrats to 50 FSS Expo Prize Winners
50 FSS wishes to congratulate the winners of the 50 FSS Expo Prize
Drawings. All of the winners were notified by phone and are enjoying
their prizes. For those who didn't win, bring your children to the 4 Dec
Children's Holiday Fest at the Main Fitness Center and try again!
For more information, please contact Lynn Sleeth of 50 FSS/FSK at
567-4740 or at marketing@schriever.af.mil.
Medical Records Review for VA Disability Claim (15 Nov)
If you are 180 days from separation or retirement, now is the time to
start your disability claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs
(VA). The initial medical records review will be provided by the
Disabled American Veterans. If you are leaving the military and have
service related medical issues, it would be in your best interest to
start the process for a disability claim. Depending on the extent of
your disability, you may be eligible for monthly monetary compensation,
veteran's preference into federal service, and many other benefits
depending on the state you decide to settle in. The record's reviews are
by appointment only, so call early. You must have a copy of your medical
records for this appointment. One hour-long briefing begins at 0800 at
the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Schriever Civilian Health Insurance Benefits Fair 5 Nov, Base Fitness
Center
Representatives from Health Insurance Providers will be at Schriever AFB
5 Nov 10 from 1100-1200 at the Base Fitness Center. Health Benefit
Representatives will have information to pass out and answer questions
about their health care plans.
For more information, please contact David Duhe of 50 FSS/FSMC at
567-5769 or at David.C.Duhe@schriever.af.mil.
Right Start 21 Oct 0800-1430
In the Building 300 auditorium; Contact the Airman & Family Readiness
Center for additional questions at 567-3920.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
MTI Recruiting
567-If you've ever wanted to have the opportunity to mold civilians into
airman as an Air Force Military Training Instructor (MTI), the MTI
Recruiting Team can answer any questions you may have concerning this
challenging and rewarding career. Please visit our website attached
below to view requirements and qualifications. We are now able to pursue
a 1 year time on station waiver moving the TOS requirement to 24 months!
If you are a first term Airman you must be within your CJR window.
https://www.my.af.mil/gcss-af/
FB5E044080020E329A9
For more information, please contact MSgt Bushyeager of 50 FSS at
567-5927 or at cassandra.bushyeager@
Give Parents a Break 13 Nov
Give Parents a Break is Saturday, 1300-1700. The program is funded by
the Air Force Aid Society and is designed to provide relief for active
duty Air Force parents who are experiencing stress in their lives. This
can be from deployment/TDY, emergency situations, or other unique
circumstances/ hardships. Reservations are made on a first come, first
served basis at the Child Development Center and must be made by Monday
8th. The first step is to get a referral certificate from the Airman &
Family Readiness Center, Squadron Commander/First Sgt, Family Advocacy,
or the chaplain. Next, go to the CDC for paperwork and to make the
reservation. There has to be more than 8 children signed up; if not, the
session gets cancelled.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Loveland season ski passes now available at ODR/ITT
Active Duty adult (23+) $149, Active Duty dependent family adult (23+)
$149, Active Duty and Active Duty Dependent young adult (15-22) $119,
Active Duty Dependent child (6-14) $99, and **Retiree Adult $249
**Retiree only, no dependents.
For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of 50 FSS/FSCO at
567-6050 or at Brian.Mitchell@schriever.af.
"SOUTH BUILDING 400 AREA CLOSEURE" (Loading Dock)
"SOUTH BUILDING 400 AREA CLOSEURE" On Nov. 16th the south side of
building 400 (outside) will be closed to all traffic, there will be
heavy equipment in the area as well as overhead hazards, please observe
any and all barricades and flagging. This activity should start at 06:00
and conclude before 16:30.
For more information, please contact Jeff Toussaint of 50th CES/ CEOMS
at 567-7408 or at jeffrey.toussaint@schriever.
Biomedical Sciences Corps (BSC) Training and Commissioning Programs
The BSC is now accepting applications for training/commissioning in the
following areas: The U.S. Army-Baylor University Doctoral Program in
Physical Therapy; PhD, Clinical Psychology training program at the
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS); The
Interservice Physician Assistant Training Program; and Direct Accession
opportunities. Additional information and application instructions can
be found in PSDM 10-71:
https://eis.afspc.af.mil/unit/
tems.aspx
For more information, please contact SSgt Dolly Frazier of 50 FSS/FSMPS
at 567-5900 or at dolly.frazier@schriever.af.mil
Small Business Vendor Show
SBO Vendor Show open to base personnel Come out to the Small Business
office Vendor Show Nov. 3 at the base gym from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There
will be local and national vendors present. Food and beverages will also
be provided at the show. All Government Purchase Card (GPC)holders are
encouraged to attend and the show is open to all base personnel.
For more information, please contact Paul Aldrich of 50 SW BZ at
719-567-3805 or at paul.aldrich@schriever.af.mil.
Last Career Seminar for Spouses for the Year (2-3 Nov)
Career Tracks: A Career Toolkit for the Mobile Military Spouse will be
offered again from 0800 to 1430 at the USAF Academy Airman and Family
Readiness Center. This comprehensive two-day career planning course is
sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society, the A&FRC's of Schriever,
Peterson and USAFA, and the Colorado Springs Military Spouse Career
Committee. The course will help attendees assess and evaluate their
skills, values and interests; learn what organizations specifically
desire in a candidate, and learn how to transition back into the
workforce, among other things. This free opportunity is for spouses of
active duty military, retirees, reservists, and DoD civilians.
For more information, please contact Jeannie Lopez of 10 FSS/FSFR
(USAFA) at 333-3168/3444 or at Jeannie.lopez@usafa.af.mil.
Loan Closet Available to Schriever Community
Did you know the Schriever Airman & Family Readiness Center Loan Closet
is available to anyone working on Schriever? The loan closet is a free
service providing common household items for use during PSC moves to or
from Schriever AFB. Now there is no need to go without before your
household goods arrive, or when your household items are packed and
shipped.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
Open Season for Health Benefits, Dental and Vision Insurance and
Flexible Spending Accounts
During the Open Season, 8 November through 13 December 2010, eligible
Federal civilian employees may enroll, change plans or options, change
to self-and-family or self-only, or cancel coverage. Air Force-serviced
civilian employees can submit their FEHB enrollment or changes
electronically via the Employee Benefits Information System (EBIS) web
application or contact the Benefits Entitlement Service Team (BEST)
automated telephone system 1-800-525-0102. Hardcopy enrollment forms are
not accepted. Visit the following web site for more information and
instructions on how to update your health benefits plan.
http://www.opm.gov/insure/
please contact David Duhe of 50 FSS/FSMC at 567-5769 or at
David.C.Duhe@schriever.af.mil.
For more information, please contact David Duhe of 50FSS/FSMC at
567-5769 or at david.c.duhe@schriever.af.mil.
CS Entry Authorization List
ACCESS TO THE CABLE CHASE, UTILIDOR, AND MANHOLES. The Communications
System Entry Authorization List (CSEAL) is updated annually and expires
on 30 September every year. If you require continued access to the Cable
Management Access Areas (CMAA) which includes the Cable Chase/Vaults,
Utilidor, and Manhole/Handhole System, you must submit a new request to
be added to the CSEAL. If you require access, you must have a Secret
clearance as a minimum and a request must be sent by your Security
Manager to Ms Jeanne Ragains, Cable Management. Once your request is
added to the CSEAL you have 30 days to accomplish the required training
(presented by Cable Management personnel), failure to do so will result
in your removal from the CSEAL.
For more information, please contact Eric Pfeifer of 50 SCS at 567-4439
or at 50SCSSecurityManager@
National Red Ribbon Week (23-31 October 2010)
Red Ribbon Week is a national drug prevention week observed annually
during the last week of October. This year marks the 25th anniversary of
the death of Federal Drug Enforcement Agent, Enrique "Kiki" Camarena who
dedicated his life to fight against the devastation caused by drug
trafficking and drug abuse in our communities. Enrique Camarena wanted
to make a difference even though he was only one person. He joined the
Drug Enforcement (DEA)Administration because this was the best way he
knew to stop the proliferation of drugs into the communities. In 1985,
the DEA sent Kiki to work undercover in Mexico and lived among the drug
cartel, gathering information and evidence. He infiltrated drug
trafficking bands and successfully helped break up many of them,
confiscating thousands of pounds of cocaine and hundreds of thousands of
pounds of marijuana. Kiki was so close unlocking a multibillion dollar
drug-pipeline, but his identity was discovered. One month later his body
was discovered in a shallow grave tortured, beaten and brutally murdered
by the drug cartel. Today, the Red Ribbon is worn to symbolize Mr.
Camarena's belief that one person can make a difference and we should
continue his legacy against illegal drugs and eradicate them out of our
communities. During this campaign, we can make a difference just like
Enrique "Kiki" Camarena by getting involved in your community,
participating in activities at your local school districts and educating
your children at an early age the dangers of illegal drugs and continue
to support a drug-free lifestyle.
For more information, please contact Eddie Roski of 50 SW/CVD at
567-7377 or at eddie.roski@schriever.af.mil.
Youth Basketball Registration 1 Nov-10 Dec
Youth Basketball registration starts 1 Nov and runs through 10 Dec. Ages
3-18 are eligible to play. Cost is $50 for 3 and 4 year olds, $60 for
5-18 years. Price includes trophies, pictures and banquet. The season
runs Jan through Mar.
For more information, please contact Mr. Korey Kuykendall of 50 FSS at
567-4740 or at korey.kuykendall@schriever.af.
Is Starting a Business Right for You? (17 Nov)
Jump-start your business idea with the SCORE QuickSTART Series
Workshops. Successful and experienced executives will help you reach a
"go or no-go" decision for starting a business. The workshops will help
you: Define and evaluate your ideas Develop a marketing strategy
Identify the best ways to fund your startup Turn your idea into action
with tools and templates Get useful and helpful free mentoring sessions
Connect with other entrepreneurs Starting a Small Business, will be
offered here at Schriever Airman & Family Readiness Center, from 0800 to
1200.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
FREE Zumba Class!
Due to popular demand, the Main Fitness Center will be offering a new
Zumba class every Wednesday at 1100. Zumba is a high-energy cardio dance
class, which uses a combination of rhythms to provide a fun,
calorie-burning workout. Join the party!
For more information, please contact Seth Cannello of 50 FSS/FSVS at
567-6658 or at seth.cannello@schriever.af.mil
Air Force Aid Society (AFAS)
Concerned about the soaring cost of higher education for your children?
Maybe the Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) can help! Under its General Henry
H. Arnold Education Grant Program, the Society awards $2,000 each to
selected applicants! The program continues to be offered to dependent
sons and daughters of active duty, Title 10 AGR/Reservists on extended
active duty, Title 32 AGR performing full-time active duty, retired,
retired Reservists with 20+ qualifying years of service, and deceased
Air Force members. Spouses (residing stateside) of active duty and Title
10 AGR/Reservists on extended active duty and surviving spouses of
deceased members are also eligible candidates. Don't think you won't
qualify. Last year 85% of Schriever families who applied received the
grant. For more information and application, visit the Air Force Aid
Society's web site at www.afas.org.
For more information, please contact Heidi Tintle of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-3920 or at geydy.tintle.ctr@schriever.af.
