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Thank you for visiting our website. This blog was created to provide military family members with important information on base activities and resources available to them.

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Friday, June 4, 2010

Weekly Base Bulletin

Schriever 5/6 Council General Meeting

The 5/6 Council will be conducting their monthly meeting on Tuesday 8
June at 0800 at Einstein's and 1400 at Bldg 300 Auditorium. Come out and
join us. For more information, please contact TSgt D'Ontay Roy,
President 5/6 Council of 50th FSS at 719 567 7329 or at
d'ontay.roy@schriever.af.mil.

For more information, please contact D'Ontay Roy of 50th FSS at 567-7329
or at d'ontay.roy@schriever.af.mil.



Pre-separation Counseling Briefing

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 one-hour 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, 2:00 pm at
the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)

The SBP was developed to meet the needs of the family for continuous
income protection following a member's death. SBP is a non-profit
annuity program which is administered by the government. Coverage is
free while the member remains on active duty. After retirement, monthly
premiums are held in the Military Retirement System Trust Fund and
benefits are paid to eligible survivors from that fund. As a result, the
retiree has the assurance of a well-managed program without having to
pay administrative expenses. Prior to retiring, you will have an
opportunity to enroll in the SBP. If you have not heard from the SBP
Counselor for a briefing no later than 120 days prior to your retirement
or have any questions about the program, please call your SBP Counselor,
Mr. Kevin Mitchell, located in the Airman and Family Readiness Center,
Bldg T-65 at 567-4037/3920.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman and Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Need a listening ear?

The Military and Family Life Consultant is available every day, 11:30 am
to 1:00 pm in the Chaplain's office, Bldg. 300, for drop-in
appointments. During regular business hours, other than these, the MFLC
is available at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg T-65.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 651-3379 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Financial Fitness

An essential part to having good financial health is maintaining your
'Financial Fitness.' To do so, you need to assess your finances to see
if you are on course with meeting their financial goals. Want to buy a
house in 5 years? Looking to buy a car next year? Have a plan for a
comfortable retirement? Learn the secret to financial success--PLANNING!
Create a budget so that you are on course with meeting your future
financial goals. This practical class is offered Friday, June 11 at 2:00
pm.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



TAP (Transition Assistance Program)

TAP is a Department of Labor facilitated class. TAP is highly
recommended as part of your transition from the military. The workshop
will prepare you for the job search process. You will also have
briefings from the Veterans Affairs, the Disabled Transition Assistance
Program, the Vet Center, and the DAV. If you are a year from separation
or two years from retirement, now is the time to start preparing for
your transition. You must have attended the pre-separation briefing
before signing up for TAP. The class is Monday-Friday, June 14-18, 8:00
am-4:30 pm at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. Call the
A&FRC at 567-3920 to sign up.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Sponsor Training

Make incoming personnel's arrival to Schriever a positive experience by
attending sponsorship training. Training is mandatory for newly assigned
sponsors. Training highlights responsibilities, local on and off base
resources, and the effects sponsorship has on the mission. The class is
Tuesday, June 15, 8:00-9:00 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 of 50 FSS/FSFR at or at .

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Right Start

Right Start meets on Thursday, June 17, 8:00 am - 2:30 pm in the
Building 300 auditorium.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



LinkedIn

This class is to familiarize military members with the benefits of using
LinkedIn as a part of their job search. The class is part of the TAP
workshop and seating will be limited. The class is Thursday, June 17,
3:00 pm at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. Call the
A&FRC at 567-3920 to sign up.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Medical Records Review for VA Disability claim

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 records reviews are
by appointment only, so call early. You must have a copy of your medical
records for this appointment. The one-hour brief is Friday, June 18,
beginning at 8:00 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 Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Applying for Federal Jobs

The Schriever Airman & Family Readiness Center and the Schriever
Civilian Personnel office team up to bring you the 10 most crucial steps
you need to know in your process of applying for federal employment. It
is helpful to have navigated your way through some job descriptions on
www.usajobs.gov before coming to the class. It is part of the TAP
workshop, so seating will be limited. The class is Friday, June 18,
12:00 pm at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. Call the
A&FRC at 567-3920 to sign up.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



JOINING FORCES II Day at Elitch Gardens!

Saturday, 21 August 2010 is JOINING FORCES II Day at Elitch Gardens. The
park is open from 10am to 9pm. Tickets are $27.00 and can be purchased
at Schriever AFB Outdoor Recreation. There is a lunch included with the
ticket price and includes Hot dogs, BBQ Beef sandwiches, Potato Salad,
and Fountain Pepsi drinks (one time through the line). Lunch will be
served from 12pm to 2 pm in the Mountain Grove pavilions. Please note
the park will be open to the general public and the water park will be
open as well.

For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of Outdoor
Recreation at 567-2015 or at brian.mitchell@schriever.af.mil.



Free Popcorn Fridays

Have you ever wondered who works in Bldg. T-65? We're your Airman &
Family Readiness Center. Do you know where that building is located?
We're north of the shoppette and east of the Child Development Center.
Friday, June 11, is your chance. Join us for free popcorn and time to
browse through the Discovery Center and other parts of our facility.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Give Parents a Break

Schriever Child Development Center Friday, June 11, 7:00-11:00 pm. 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 either deployment/TDY, emergency
situations, or other unique circumstances/ hardships. Reservations are
made on a first come, first served basis at the CDC and must be made by
Wednesday, June 9. 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 Child Development
Center for paperwork and to make the reservation.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



The Magic of Music: Military Spouses, Challenges, & Change

In recognition of Schriever's Military Spouse Appreciation Day join us
Saturday, June 12, 8:30 am-5:00 pm at the Airman & Family Readiness
Center. You'll experience a fun, inspiring adventure into how and why
music affects your mind, body, and soul. And, did we mention free lunch?
All spouses of active duty, guard/reserve, retirees, and DoD civilians
welcome. Only 30 slots are available, so register now by calling
567-3920.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Scrapbook Your Memories

Do you have special photos you'd like to put into a scrapbook? Join us
Thursday, June 10, 8:30 -11:00 am at the Airman & Family Readiness
Center to start a small, unique scrapbook. You bring the photos, we'll
provide the materials. Parent and child participation encouraged.
Limited class size. Register by Monday, June 7.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.



Dorm Move

This class is geared toward all Airmen anticipating moving out of the
dorms within three months. Participants will learn how to identify how
much they need to have to afford to live off base, project a budget
based on monthly expenditures, and decide if they are financially fit to
move out of the dorms. The class is Tuesday, June 15, 3:00 pm at the
Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. Call the A&FRC at 567-3920
to sign up.

For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of Airman & Family
Readiness Center at 567-3920 or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.mil.

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