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The Bugle Boy http://miami.armymwr.com January/February 2016
SPOTLIGHT:
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER /SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO
Photos by Maj. Lisa Brownebanic, SOUTHCOM J8
FEBRUARY
10 - How to Create Effective Civilian Resume 1-4PM, ACS Classroom
12 - Friendship Gathering, 3-3:30pm, CDC
15 - Washington’s Birthday, CDC and Fitness Center closed
16 - Miami-Dade Schools Students Day Camp, 7am-5:30pm, CDC
17 - Broward Schools Students Day Camp, 7am-5:30pm, CDC
22-27 - Military Saves Week
22 - Interview Techniques Workshop, 9am-12pm, ACS
Classroom
23 - Newcomer Orientation, 8:30am-4pm, ACS Classroom
24 - Sammy’s Seven Savings Secrets, 9-9:30am, CDC
Budgeting 101, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
25 - Raise Credit Score and Liquidate Debt,
Calendars http://miami.armymwr.com/us/
miami/monthly-calendars/
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Classes and EventsFor more information
or to register, go to the MWR website:
http://miami.armymwr.com
JANUARY1 - New Year’s Day, Child Development Center (CDC) and Fitness Center closed
8 - How to Create an
Effective Civilian Resume, 9am-12pm, Army Community Service (ACS) Classroom
21 - Household Goods & PCS Entitlements, 1-2:30, ACS Classroom
22 - First Term Finance/Financial Survival, 8am-4pm, ACS Classroom
26 - Newcomer Orientation, 8:30am-4pm, ACS Classroom
27 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-4pm, ACS Classroom
28 - Interview Techniques Workshop, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
When Love, Marriage & Money Come Together, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom26 - Miami Tour, 9am-4pm
Real World Retirement Planning, 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom
MARCH
16 - May 31 - Military Emergency Relief Campaign
18 - St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, 12-2pm, Fitness Center
22 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-4pm, ACS Classroom
24 - First Term Finance/Financial Survival, 8am-4pm, ACS Classroom
BROWARD - www.sunny.org/events/
ArtsPark Movie Night, every Friday, 8-10pm. Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500. free, http://hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx.
Broadwalk Friday Fest, every Friday, 7:30-9pm, Charnow Park / Garfield Community Center, 300 Connecticut St., Hollywood, FL 33019, 954.921.3404, free, http://www.hollywoodfl .org/Calendar.aspx.
Funtastic Fridays for Kids, every Friday, 5-9:30pm, Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500, http://www.visithollywoodfl.org/events.aspx.
Dream Car Classic Car Show, recurring monthly on the 1st Sunday, 10am-3pm, Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL, 954.825.1027, free, The Downtown
Hollywood Dream Car Classic Car Show features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest. Vehicle registration is $20. To pre-register for the Dream Car Classic, visit wwwCobraJoeProductions.com. Vehicles will be registered the morning of the show as space permits. Participation limited to 85 vehicles. Awards for the Top 30 vehicles and the People’s Choice Award.
MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events
Perez Art Musuem Miami (PAMM) Free every first Thursday 10am-9pm. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Free Second Saturdays, Monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. 1-4pm. http://www.pamm.org/. Free Second Saturday, January 9, http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/event/pamm-free-second-saturdays/24406.
City of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks presents its SoundScape Cinema Series, FREE movies under the stars at SoundScape. Showtime is 8pm RAIN OR SHINE unless otherwise noted. The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies. New World Center: Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage, 500 17th St., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305.673.7577, The Queen, Jan 13; The Boy Friend, Jan 20; Fantastic Four, Jan 27; Selma, Feb 3; Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Feb 10; Terminator
Genisys, Feb 17; Mars Attacks! Feb 24; Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2, Mar 2; Rent, Mar 9; Austin Powers in Goldmember, Mar 16; Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, Mar 23; Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation, Mar 30. http://www.mbculture.com.
Sensory Saturdays at Miami Children’s Museum (MCM) One Saturday a month, January 9, 9-11am MCM will turn into an environment designed specifically for children with special needs and their families. MCM will be closed to the public to avoid large crowds, while providing modified lighting, sound adjustments and “cool down” rooms available for children to relax in. Special programming will include yoga, art and music therapy and more. Admission to this event is at a reduced rate and attendance is limited. Pre-registration for these events is required. For more information or to RSVP please email sensorysaturday@miamichildrensmuseum.org.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - http://www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp
Campfire & Owl Walk at Bill Sadowski Park, Jan 22, 7:30-9pm., Enjoy an evening of discovery in the world of owls! Start the night with
a presentation all about these nocturnal birds before entering the nature trails to search for them with a guide. See the difference of the park after dark and encounter other nocturnal natives such as raccoons and night spiders. Meets at park EcoCenter; bring comfortable closed-toe shoes, insect repellant, and a flashlight. Bring marshmallows to roast on our campfire following the walk. $6/person. If you need materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any accommodation to participate in this meeting, call 305.666.5885 or email ecoadventures@miamidade.gov at least five days in advance. EcoCenter, 17555 SW 79 Avenue, Miami, FL 33157, 305.255.4767. https://rms.miamidade.gov/Saturn/Activities/Details.aspx?session_id=54350&back_url=fi9BY3Rpdml0aWVzL1NlYXJjaC5hc3B4
MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/
Orange Bowl Swimming Classic, Jan 3. Some of the best college swimmers - and perhaps future Olympians - in the country compete at
Jacobs Aquatic Center, mile marker (MM) 99.6 oceanside, in a competition that is part of the celebration surrounding the annual Orange Bowl college football game in Miami. Spectators are invited to attend this free event and meet the swimmers and coaches. Warm-up is set for 10 am., meets are scheduled noon-2pm. 305.453.7946, http://jacobsaquaticcenter.org/?page_id=26
Fourth Annual Baygrass Bluegrass Festival, Jan 16-17, featuring several great Oldgrass, Newgrass and a blend of next generation Bluegrass as well as some tasteful variations of the genre. Tickets to be available in advance online and at the gate, the day of event. ICE Amphitheater, MM 87 bayside at Founders Park. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, coolers are not permitted. Food and beverages sold at the event. Contact: Robby McClung 305.587.0901.
Uncorked - the Key Largo and Islamorada Food & Wine Festival, Jan 7-17, The 10-day food, wine
and spirits showcase features 30-plus savory events to please virtually every palate and budget, spread among numerous Upper Keys venues with fresh, locally sourced seafood and international-style dishes. The festival’s outdoor ‘A Grand Tasting,’ is set for Jan. 16. What better reason to ‘Uncork’ and unwind in the Florida Keys. Contact: Sue Finney 305.394.3736, suefinney4@gmail.com, http://www.floridakeysuncorked.com/.
The Florida Keys Celtic Festival, Jan 8-10. Some of America’s most celebrated Celtic musical masters are to be featured at the Marathon Community Park, MM 49. The festival will also feature Irish and Scottish dancing, Highland athletics, Celtic merchandise, food and beverage booths and children’s activities. 941.625.8544, greg@celticheritageproductions.com, http://www.celticheritageproductions.com/keys.htm.
DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/
Events Calendar - www.cityofdoral.com/index.php?option=com_jevents&view=month&layout=calendar&Itemid=706
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA?
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWSseparate hiring authorities and generally
have separate hiring offices on military
installations.
To Register for MSP:
• If you meet the requirement for
eligibility, you must apply for Program
“S,” the Priority Placement Program
for military spouses. This is the
only way you can exercise your
military spouse preference for an AF
position (within CONUS). You can
apply for the program through your
local Civilian Personnel Office (CPO.)
You will be asked to provide certain
documentation, which includes;
• a copy of your sponsor’s PCS
orders;
• a copy of an SF-50 (if you have
prior federal employment
experience) or your DD214 (if you
are a former service member;)
• a copy of your most recent
performance appraisal (if you are
a current or former federal
employee;)
• other documentation, such as
college transcripts or licenses, as
required for the position.
For additional information call 305.437.2639,
or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil.
Spouse Employment Program
The Spouse Employment Program is offered
by Army Community Service to provide
assistance to spouses in acquiring skills,
developing networks, and resources that
will allow them to participate in the work
force and to develop a career/work plan.
Spouses are provided comprehensive,
accurate, and up-to-date information
on available employment opportunities,
education, volunteer resources, and support
services which assist in making informed
Military Spouse Employment Career Portal
Spouses seeking potential flexible and
portable employment are invited to visit the
Military Spouse Employment Partnership
Portal, https://msepjobs.militaryonesource.
mil/msep/. Many businesses have committed
to hiring spouses and finding meaningful
employment opportunities.
MSEP is part of the Department of
Defense’s Spouse Education and Career
Opportunities Program. MSEP consist of
more than 270 MSEP partners. MSEP is
celebrating having hired 75,000 spouses
and continues to expand by developing new
partnerships with many Fortune 500 plus
companies.
Spouses interested in using MSEP will
need to register to access the portal.
Up to five resumes may be tailored to
specific openings or fields. Job search may
be conducted through a basic search or
by using an advance search by company,
industry, or job type.
Registered spouses are able to research
companies offering portable career
opportunities, along with those interested
in telework, or virtual jobs in customer
service, accounting, counseling and other
occupations.
For additional information call 305.437.2639,
email: joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil
Spouses Have Military Preference In Federal Employment
Spouses are challenged with having to
move many times leading them to find
employment at their new duty station.
Under the Military Family Act established
in 1985, the Military Spouse Preference
program (MSP) was implemented by
the Department of Defense (DOD.) This
program provides placement preference
in DOD civilian personnel positions to
military spouses who meet certain criteria.
MSP applies to DOD vacancies only, and
there are variations and exceptions that
allow local hiring authorities to tailor their
policies to meet their requirements.
Eligibility Requirements the MSP program:
• Spouse of an active duty member of
the U.S. Military Services to include
Coast Guard or full-time National
Guard;
• Must be relocating (not for separation
or retirement) to accompany your
military sponsor under a permanent
change of station (PCS) move to an
active duty assignment; eligible to
apply for MSP as early as thirty days
prior to your reporting date at the new
duty station;
• Need to be married to the military
sponsor prior to the sponsor’s
reporting date at the new assignment;
• Position applied for must be within
commuting distance of the sponsor’s
permanent new duty station;
• A “best qualified” rank must be
obtained by the spouse applying for
the position.
MSP preference is given over other
candidates except disabled veterans,
employees registered in the Equal
Employment Opportunity (EEO) program,
and former employees returning
from overseas. MSP applies to federal
employment within the DOD civil service
or appropriated fund (AF,) and non-
appropriated funds. They are considered
decisions to seek employment. Spouses
are welcome to register to use the Virtual
Career Library at www.virtualcareerlibrary.
com/usagmiami, and Passport Career at
www.PassportCareer.com. These sites are
free and provide access to employment
resources and opportunities.
Other services provided consist of
reviewing civilian resumes, providing
federal government information on how to
use USAJOBS, individual and group career
assessments, employment counseling,
how to negotiate salary, career exploration,
instruction in job search strategies including
the use of the internet, headhunters,
employment agencies, staffing agencies,
newspapers and local resources.
Resume and interview technique
workshops are scheduled monthly. Army
Community Service’s resources include
computers, fax machine, printer, and an
expanded Career Library. These services
are offered free of charge.
For additional information call 305.437.2639,
or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil.
Resume and Interview/Mock Technique Workshops
For those interested in developing an
e f f e c t i v e
c i v i l i a n
r e s u m e ,
l e a r n i n g
about How
to Apply
Using USAJOBS and Application Manager, or
learning how to master your next interview,
consider attending one of the following
sessions:
• Civilian versus Federal Resume
Development/How to Apply Using
USAJOBS and Application Manager,
Monday, 11 January 2016, 9am - 12pm,
USAG-Miami, ACS Classroom, Room
E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral,
FL 33172. http://miami.armymwr.com/
us/miami/miami-events/how-create-
effective-civilian-resume.
• Civilian versus Federal Resume
Development/How to Apply Using
USAJOBS and Application Manager,
Wednesday, 10 February 2016, 1pm –
4pm, USAG-Miami, ACS Classroom,
Room E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street,
Doral, FL 33172.
All attendees will receive resume
development resources to include a copy
of the Quick Resume Guide - Six Steps
to Building an Effective Resume. Space is
available for 14 spouses to attend.
• Interview and Mock Interview
Techniques, Thursday, 28 January
2016, 9am - 12pm, USAG-Miami, ACS
Classroom E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street,
Doral, FL 33172, http://miami.armymwr.
c o m / u s / m i a m i / m i a m i - eve n t s /
interview-techniques/.
• Interview and Mock Interview
Techniques, Monday, 22 February, 9am
- 12pm, USAG-Miami, ACS Classroom
E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL
33172
All attendees will receive interview
resources to include a copy of Quick
Interview Techniques Guide. Space is
available for 14 spouses to attend.
To register call 305.437.2639, or email joe.
pagan1.civ@mail.mil.
USAG-Miami Virtual Career Library (VCL)
The Employment Readiness Program is
proud to introduce “The Virtual Career
Library,” a state-of-the-art, ground breaking,
well thought innovative online career
guidance service offering unlimited access
to today’s finest digital career guidance,
education and employment resources.
The VCL utilizes a talking librarian avatar
feature that guides users through each
section of the VCL that comprise of: career
planning, job hunting, education, occupation
and social media resources. If you’re a job
seeker, career changer, or student, the VCL
can assist you in achieving your career
and life achievement. By now you should
be excited and eager to begin your first
launch in using this amazing career tool;
therefore why wait when starting is only a
few clicks away by logging into http://www.
virtualcareerlibrary.com/usagmiami.
First time users will need to follow these
steps:
1. Log on to Welcome Page
2. Complete & Submit a Registration Form
3. Have your request reviewed and approved
4. Receive an email notification approval
5. Once approved use your username/
password to log into the VCL
For additional assistance, send an
email to: joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil, or call
305.437.2639.
Military Family Employment Advocate
CareerSource South Florida has hired Ms.
April Simon-Pagan to serve as a Military
Family Employment Advocate (MFEA). April
is a military spouse who is passionate about
assisting spouses with their employment
needs. Spouses prepared with a civilian
resume could contact April to schedule an
appointment by Email: april.simon-pagan@
careersourcesfl.com, 305.228.2300, ext. 4219.
Young children deal with many emotions as adults
On November 5th, ACS hosted an annual Military Family Action Plan Town hall. The community answered the call by phoning in to submit their suggestions on ways to improve the community. The Military Family Action Plan (MFAP) Virtual Town Hall is your tool to voice your quality of life issues to military leadership. The children from CYSS did just that by sharing their problems that affect readiness and well-being. Most children do not have the words to express their anger, sadness, frustration, embarrassment, happiness or joy. Understanding emotions is a critical part of children’s overall development. It is up to adults to teach children to understand and deal with their emotions in appropriate ways. They are experiencing many new, exciting things for the first time. It can be overwhelming! We need to be sure we always validate our children’s emotions. We are incorporating in School Age Care curriculum ways to teach them how to use words to express their emotions. Also, we are exploring what might make the children feel their emotions. For example, one of the exercises we did last week, I asked the children to mention words that describe their worries and they said:• Not getting hurt by bugs • My Mom getting hurt• My grades and gymnastics
• My Mom worrying so much• My Dad not getting hurt• My baby brother getting hurt by big kids
• Forgetting stuff• My brother, I miss him
When asked, “How does WORRY feel,” the children responded:• Stressed• Angry• Stomach pain• Nervous• Scared• Mad• Confused• Sad• Crying
The children mentioned some of the ways they get over worry:• Joy• Happy• Studying & saying I can do it• When I see her happy• Video games • Ice cream• My Dad tickling me• Counting to 10• Being silly• Yoga
Other MFAP Issues
The following issues were received from
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWSthe 5 December 2015 Town Hall:• Lack of commissary (issue received
via telephone conversation) - Financial hardship location (issue received via armyonesource.com)
• Lack of commissary (issue received in writing)
• Need for covered seating outside main walk-through gate at SOUTHCOM and near Garrison building (issue received via Education Fair at Garrison Gym.)
Military Family Action Plan 2014-2015
All issues reported at the conference, which was held October 17, 2014, were resolved by the Quality of Life Committee and Steering Committee:
• COLA • Relocation Support• Civilians are Expected to Work Nine-
Hour Days With or Without Breaks • Work out hours for military personnel • Training Opportunities for Civilian and
Military Personnel • Language Barrier Exists in the
Homestead Air Reserve Base (HARB)and Southern Command Regional Area
• Dislocation Allowance for South Florida is Inadequate
• “Interstate Compact or Education Opportunity for Military Children’ publication, distribution and enforcement
• National Association of Child care Resources & Referral Agencies (NACCRRA) Childcare Services within 20 mile Radius of Homestead Air Reserve Base (HARB)
• U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Lacks DeCA Funded and Build Commissary
• Military Clothing and Sales • Family Medical Support Structure • Veterans Affairs benefits for parents
who qualify for Parental Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
• TRICARE Education • On Post Medical Clinic Does Not Treat
Emergencies for Civilians
Pictured, Back: Alyssa Smith, Olivia Williams, Daniella Cabezas, Steven Gonzalez. Front: Astin Farrior, Christopher Gonzalez, Grace Shirley. Photo by Sherri Pelrine
Photo by Francisco Brizuela
Child, Youth and School (CYS) Services Distributes Holiday Toys
For the fifth year, Operation HomeFront
Florida (OHFL) supported military families
by distributing toys to more than 250
USSOUTHCOM families on December 4,
2015.
Thanks to our ongoing partnership with
OHFL, CYS Services was able to bring
smiles to many military-connected children
during the winter holidays.
CYSS Celebrates Thanksgiving with Parents
November 18, 2015 was a great
day for parents to celebrate
Thanksgiving at the Child
Development Center (CDC.)
CDC cooks, Ms. Bernice Hill and
Ms. Brandy Boston, prepared a
traditional meal including baked
turkey, stuffing, corn bread and
other goodies that our children
and parents enjoyed.
The children prepared the entertainment
and presentations throughout the CDC.
The children from Infant, Pre-
Toddler, Toddler, pre-school, and
Strong Beginnings were excited
to be part of this very important
yearly event. Thank you to all
parents who attended. CYS
Services is very proud of its
early childhood and School Age
programs.
Photos by Francisco Brizuela
CYS SERVICES NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN MWR?Southcom runners go to the Army Ten-Miler
Every year, Family and MWR Sports and Fitness
sends the top 10 runners, (two females and
eight males,) to represent the command at the
Army Ten-Miler. This year was the U.S. Army's 31st
Army Ten-Miler.
The Army Ten-Miler is the second largest, (after
the Philadelphia Broad Street Run,) ten-mile race
in the United States. It is held every October
in Washington, DC, sponsored by the U.S. Army
Military District of Washington.
The race draws a large number of civilian and
military running teams. More than 35,000
runners from around the world participated this
year. This race is the Army's premiere running
event, beginning and ending at the Pentagon and
guiding runners past some of the Nation's most
iconic monuments.
Congratulations to Team SOUTHCOM! If you are
interested in participating in the Army Ten Miler
next year, please contact Jill Hauser for more
information. Jill.m.hauser.naf@mail.mil.
Front row, left to right: PO3 Anthony Perez, Maj Beth Rosario, COL Lisa Garcia, CPT Anthony Stong, CPT Jason Morales, CW2 Stephen Barber, Lt. Col Christopher Hogue
Back row, left to right:MAJ Everette (Bud) Lacroix, PO3 David Terpstra, COL Richard Navarro
On December 5, 2015, Team SOUTHCOM
participated in the Spartan Sprint at Vista View
Park. With record breaking rainfall hitting the
South Florida area that weekend, Vista View
Park, was mostly under water by the start of
the first wave that Saturday morning. This made
the course even more challenging. The course
would measure in at a distance of about 5.1
miles. Vista View Park is one of the highest
points in South Florida. It is located on 270
acres of man-made hills, and is popular training
spot among local runners and cyclists. However,
it is rarely used as a race venue. The first mile
was without obstacles but traveled up and down
Spartan Sprint
one of the largest hills at the park on a newly
made gravel path. In addition to the hills, the
obstacle placement along the hilly terrain made
for an interesting and quite different experience
for the participants. Despite the rain, it seems
Vista View Park was a good change of scenery
for the Spartan Sprint Miami. The Spartan Race
delivered an event that was both challenging
and enjoyable to the weekend warriors.
Congratulations to Team SOUTHCOM.
For more information about upcoming races
please contact Jill Hauser, jill.m.hauser.naf@mail.
mil or 305.437.1682.
Renato Holder, Karla Palmonio, Panos Rabias, Teresa Garcia, Kevin Calhoun, Carlos Mercado, Jesus Romero, Ada Ortiz
Daniel Theriault, Anthony Johnson, Carlos Mercado, Panos Rabias, Anthony Stong, Johnson children. Photos by Wendy Mercado
Monday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Yoga1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Tuesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Yoga 1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
Schedule is subject to change$3 per class or $25 for 10 classes
Pay with cash, check or credit cardPlease arrive on time for class
First Come – First Served
Hours of OperationMonday – Thursday: 0500 – 2100, Friday: 0500 - 2000Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 1700, closed on holidaysOpen to Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military & their Dependents305.437.0123/0124
SPORTS & FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE 305.437.0123
http://miami.armymwr.com/conus/miami/programs/fitness-center
Friday1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Monica1130-1230 Yoga1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Wednesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Thursday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
All employees (no guests) may use the near
Olympic-sized swimming pool at: Miami-Dade Public Safety
Training Institute9601 NW 58th Street
Miami, FL 33178305.715.5000
Monday - Friday, 6am-6pm
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse,
contact Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911
Child Abuse -1.800.96A.BUSE or
1.800.962.2873
What is Army Family Team Building?
Army Family Team Building (AFTB) is a series of training modules that improves personal and Family preparedness, enhancing overall Army readiness and helping America’s Army adapt to a changing world.
Why Should I Attend AFTB? AFTB helps you to cope with and enjoy the military lifestyle. Many of the courses can be applied toward resume’ and career building, self-development and leadership skills. Active duty Soldiers can earn promotion points for participating in the training. AFTB provides the knowledge and self-confidence to take responsibility for yourself and your Family. The training is available to Soldiers, Family members of all Soldiers, Department of Defense civilians and volunteers.
AFTB Level I: Basic information about the Army information about the Army.
AFTB Level II: Enhance Personal skills
AFTB Level III: Develop leadership skills
Classes are available online. Contact the AFTB program manager at mary.e.ortiz.civ@mail.mil or at 305.437.2667 for other training requirements.
How do I get to the classes online? Go to www.myarmyonesource.com. Click Login (at the top of the page) and enter User Name and Password. Please create an account if you have not done so. Select Online Training (at the top of the page, right side.) Select the course you want to take.*
* In order for your course to register as being fully completed, you MUST click on the ‘Return To Training’ button on the last page of the
course. To print your certificate, return to this page after completing the course. An icon will be available to allow certificate printing.
BROWARD COUNTY - browardspouses2013@gmail.com. SOCSOUTH - www.facebook.com/groups/socsouthredfam
HOMESTEAD - www.facebook.com/groups/HomesteadMilitaryWives
The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators
ZIP CODE GROUPS
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, guy.w.drab.civ@mail.mil 305.437.3078Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Cheryl A. Davis, cheryl.a.davis10.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2932ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, Marilou.c.balch.civ@mail.mil 305.437.3085Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, wanda.y.laureano.civ@mail.mil; Connie Sova, connie.I.sova.ctr@mail.mil 305.437.1744 / 2428Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) - Carmen Rivera Martinez, carmen.i.riveramartinez.ctr@mail.mil 305.437.3076
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600 For appointments call 305.437.3559 Services TRICARE enrolled membersTRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa LockaDomestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519Family Counseling Center 305.437.3086Housing Referral 305.437.2642Education Service 305.437.2287Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR)
Office of Administration: Director - Sheryl Byrd, sheryl.a.byrd.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2720 Administration - Sherry Good, sherry.c.good.naf@mail.mil 305 .437.2409 Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, marisol.e.archibold2.naf@mail.mil 305.437.1144 Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, helen.colby.naf@mail.mil 305.437.3149E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ mail.milToll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services
Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 Stephen.c.ondriezek.civ@mail.mil Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, 305.437.1595
Sport and Fitness Fitness Center 305.437.0123 / 0124 Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, jill.m.hauser.civ@mail.mil; Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, francisco.same.naf@ mail.mil; Angelique Williams, angelique.s.williams.naf@ mail.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.a.fernandez107.naf@mail. mil; Alci Montero, alci.j.montero.naf@mail.mil; Arthurlyn Mitcham: arthurlyn.s.mitcham2.naf@mail.mil
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141CYSS Coordinator - Francisco Brizuela, francisco.j.brizuela.naf@mail.mil Administration - Mary Gomez, mary.e.gomez.naf@mail.milChild Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, denise.gonzalez5.naf@mail.milCommunity Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer - Edna Quinones, Edna.i.quinones.naf@mail.milOutreach Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, ileana.gonzalez-posada.naf@mail.milSchool Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, joyce.m.kennedy.naf@mail.mil
Family Programs Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, victoria.t.dubois.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2644Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allison 305.437.1407Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, richard.c.zimmelman.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2645Employment Readiness - Joe Pagan, joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2639Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, joe.n.walker.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2734Sexual Assault Response Coordinator - Vacant 305.437.1137 Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - John Shoupe, john.h.shoupe.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2178Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, mary.e.ortiz.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2667SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite, edward.e.wilhite.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2653
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER
WHO’S WHO IN MWR
Volunteer!Military Lounge Armed Forces Service Center, which was the USO 17 years ago, is seeking volunteers. The center is located in Terminal E at Miami International Airport. The center provides hospitality for men and women in uniform, veterans, retirees, and their families, and is open 365 days a year. There are three shifts, 9am-1pm, 1-5pm, and 5-9pm.) The Armed Forces Service Center fields, on average, 1,200 requests a month. If interested in this volunteer opportunity, please call Angel M. Rodriquez at the Armed Forces Service Center, 305.409.2207.
Additional volunteer opportunities include: ACS Front Desk Clerk, Tax Office, ACS Volunteer Supervisor, ACS Front Desk Clerk position description listed on www.myarmyonsource.com.
Volunteer Management Information System(VMIS)1. Using Internet Explorer, go to www. Myarmyonesource.com. If you are not already registered on the site, click on Register at the top right. Click on the Join Now button in the middle of the page on the right. Complete the registration form and select USAG-Miami in the Military Affiliation drop-box under HQ IMCOM.2. Once registered, you can log in. Click on the Volunteer Tools located in upper right hand corner of the webpage.3. Click on the Volunteer Profile. Complete all requested information in the volunteer profile. Be sure to enter the last four digits only of your social security number and save the page. This will ensure you are registered volunteer.4. You can use the Volunteer Opportunities tab to locate volunteer opportunities on the installation. If you want to volunteer off the installation, click on the Army Community Service link provides a generic volunteer position description- Special Projects Volunteer-for all off-post volunteer opportunities.5. Once you locate a volunteer opportunity, click on the position of interest. This will supply with a detailed outline of the position including the organization contact person. If you want to apply for the position, click on the Apply button on the top right of the position description.6. If you have questions or concerns about the process, contact Mary Ortiz, Volunteer Coordinator, 305.437.2667 or mary.e.ortiz.civ@mail.mil.
The Bugle Boy is an unofficial, bimonthly publication of the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, and is published for members of the United States Southern Command. Contents of The Bugle Boy are not necessarily the official views of, or are endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Southern Command. The distribution, mention or use of any sponsor’s products, services, or funds by the U.S. Southern Command does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of advertising in this newsletter does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army, the U. S. Southern Command or the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by the advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. To submit story ideas, articles, or purchase advertising, call 305.437.3149 or email southcom.miami.sc-cc.mbx.usag-mwr@mail.mil.