Marine & Family Programs

Personal & Professional Development

~ Resources ~ Education & Career Services

Behavioral Health

~ Community Counseling ~ Family Advocacy ~ Substance Abuse

Marine Corps Family Team Building

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Feature of the Month: S.T.A.R.S 3

Special Events: Summer Jobs for Teens 4

Family Programs and Resources Information, Readiness & Referral 5 Cultural Programs 6 Relocation Services 8 Financial Management 10

Transition Readiness Program Personal Readiness Seminar 12 TRS (Transition Readiness Seminar) 13 Pre Retirement 13 Employment Assistance 14 Veterans Affairs 16 Retired Activities Office 16

Marine Corps Family Team Building LINKS 17 Japanese Spouses’ Orientation (JSO) 17 Readiness and Deployment Support 17 LifeSkills Learning Series 17 Premarital Workshop 17 Unit Personal & Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) 17

Behavioral Health-Family Advocacy New Parent Support Program 18 Stress/Anger Management Classes 19 Start/Stop Groups 19 Married & Loving It! Couple’s Communication Class 19

Behavioral Health-Family Advocacy Special Event Family Fun Night: Movie on the Lawn 20

Behavioral Health-Community Counseling Center Healthy Thinking Group 20 Women’s Healing and Empowerment 20

Behavioral Health-Substance Abuse Screening Assessment 21 Continuing Care Group 21 Prevention Outreach and Education for Military Commands 21 Prime For Life 4.5 Workshop 21 Friends & Family Workshop 21

Education & Career Services Education Center Information 22 Library Information 27

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Marine and Family Training Specialists are available to provide individualized one-on-one assistance to assist with individual readiness and personal development. For more information please contact your nearest Marine & Family Resource facility or email psc_request@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.

Marine and Family Training Specialists are also available to facilitate/coordinate unit and group training to include Personal Finance, Culture and Transition workshops.

For all Navy/Marine Corps Bases: Dave Randle / 645-7494 Rose Barros / 645-7494

Amanda Meek/ 645-3172 Mari Sheffield / 637-2509 Jasmine Sanz / 623-3027

David Giorgianni / 625-2622

For more information or to submit a request for support, please email your request to psc_request@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.

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Cultural Relations Program

To sign-up or register for any of the cultural classes, call any of the Marine & Family Resource offices listed on page 23 or visit the Marine & Family

Webpage at http://www.mccsokinawa.com/culturalawareness/ to electronically register for workshops.

Survival Japanese Language Class Learn basic Japanese phrases and pronunciation.

04 MAY, MONDAY, 1130-1230, SCHWAB MF-R. 12 MAY, TUESDAY, 1130-1230, FUTENMA ED. CTR.

Survival Japanese Language Writing Class Learn to write basic Japanese used on everyday signs/ items that are written in Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji styles.

18-19 MAY, MON - TUES, 1130-1300, FOSTER MF-R

Basic Japanese Language Class Part 1 This is the first part of a basic class for adult learners wanting to develop or brush up on this Japanese language skills.

11-14 MAY, MON - THURS, 1130-1300, HANSEN MF-R

Basic Japanese Language Class Part 2 This is the second part of a basic class for adult learners wanting to develop or brush up on this Japanese language skills.

26-29 MAY, TUES - FRI, 1130-1300, FOSTER MF-R

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Foster Grocery Store Tour Take a guided tour to a local food store and discover traditional dietary choices and typical Japanese ingredients. Please bring your own vehicle for transpor-tation.

07 MAY, THURSDAY, 0900-1100, FOSTER COMMISSARY

Kinser Field Trip Meet at the Kinser Marine & Family - Resources office and visit a local grocery store, craft store and fish market. Please bring your own vehicle for transpor-tation

29 MAY, FRIDAY, 1200-1400, KINSER MF-R

Paper Basket This class will guide you through the process of making a paper basket for dis-play or to use as a special gift basket! Using paper and small metal rods, you will twist and fold paper and then weave it into your own paper basket.

22 MAY, FRIDAY, 0930-1130, FOSTER MF-R 28 MAY, THURSDAY, 0900-1100, COURTNEY MF-R 29 MAY, FRIDAY, 0900-1100, KINSER MF-R

Bingata Dyeing (3-part workshop)

Come and experience this 3-part Bingata Dyeing class, which will teach you the Okinawan traditional dyeing technique using stencils along with other methods. During this class, you will make a cloth picture using Bingata techniques which is suitable for framing after completion.

19, 22, 27 MAY, TUES, FRI , WED, 1330-1500, FOSTER MF-R

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Newcomers’ Orientation Welcome Aboard (NOWA)

All accompanied (all ranks) USMC and USN, civilian employees, family members (military & civilian) age 10 and up, all unaccompanied USMC and USN (E-6 and above) are required to attend NOWA within two weeks of arrival.

Attendance is necessary for the newcomer to obtain the USFJ Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Driver’s License. Please contact Base Safety at 645-3183/2862 to inquire about taking the POV Licensing exam prior to attending NOWA. A valid stateside Driver’s License is required to obtain a SOFA driver’s license.

Childcare is provided on a limited space-available basis and must be reserved in advance. Note: Infant Care space is extremely limited. Sponsors should call 645-4117 or 645-4062 for reservations as early as possible prior to the newcomer’s arrival.

Transportation is available from the Westpac, Hamagawa and Eagle Lodges. The sponsor MUST request transportation at the time of registration.

**Two copies each of PCS orders and Area Clearance/Dependent Entry Approval message are required for Tricare enrollment and SOFA POV license testing (for family members) during NOWA.

06 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0720-1430, COMMUNITY CTR. 13 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0720-1430, COMMUNITY CTR. 20 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0720-1430, COMMUNITY CTR. 27 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0720-1430, COMMUNITY CTR.

Relocation Services

For questions, more information on the Relocation Services to sign-up or regis-ter for any Relocation workshop, please contact your nearest MF-R facility

listed below, email reloassist@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or visit the Relocation Webpage on the MCCS Okinawa (www.mccsokinawa.com) website.

Foster: 645-2104/2106/8395

Kinser: 637-2815 Courtney: 622-7332

Hansen: 623-4522/4860 Schwab: 625-2622

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Smooth Move Workshop This half-day workshop provides pre-departure and destination information on relocation and travel entitlements, base and community information, financial concerns, employment opportunities and much more. Let us help make your move as smooth as possible. Orders are not required and family members are encouraged to attend. Call your nearest MF-R facility to sign up.

04 MAY, MONDAY, 0800-1200, COMMUNITY CTR. 18 MAY, MONDAY, 0800-1200, COMMUNITY CTR.

Sponsorship Training Get the most up to date information on regulations and policies affecting PCS moves to Okinawa; including a full explanation of the Sponsor’s roles and re-sponsibilities and information about the resources in place to assist with your sponsorship assignment. Call your nearest MF-R facility to sign up.

05 MAY, TUESDAY, 0900-1100, FOSTER, BLDG. 439 14 MAY, THURSDAY, 0900-1100, COURTNEY MF-R 19 MAY, TUESDAY, 0900-1100, KINSER MF-R 28 MAY, THURSDAY, 0900-1100, HANSEN MF-R

NOTE REGARDING LOAN LOCKER SERVICES AT CAMP FOSTER: We recommend that our customers call the Camp Foster Relocation Office at 645-8395/2104 before coming to Camp Foster to check out or return loan locker material. We are currently experiencing a staffing shortage at Camp Foster and we want to make sure we have available staff to process your loan locker request. Loan locker services at all other camps has not been affected by this staffing shortage. We regret the inconvenience this may cause, and thank you for your understanding and support.

Loan Locker Basic home items such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, car seats and strollers are available to incoming and outbound command sponsored personnel. Items are checked out for a 30 day period and may be extended an additional 30 days if necessary. A copy of the service member’s orders are required to receive items.

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Money Management Workshop This hands on workshop will enable attendees to prepare a financial statement, develop a budget, establish a savings plan and build/rebuild a good credit record.

Please bring the following to class: Current LES, bank statements, investment statements and statements of debt/obligation.

01 MAY, FRIDAY, 0800-1100, HANSEN MF-R 05 MAY, TUESDAY, 0830-1130, KINSER ED. CTR. 21 MAY, THURSDAY, 0830-1130, FOSTER MF-R 26 MAY, TUESDAY, 0830-1130, FUTENMA ED. CTR. 28 MAY, THURSDAY, 0830-1130, SCHWAB MF-R 29 MAY, FRIDAY, 0830-1130, COURTNEY MF-R

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To sign-up or register for any of the PFM classes, call any of the MFP-R offices listed on page 23 or visit the MCCS PFM webpage (www.mccsokinawa.com/personal_finance_management/) to electronically register for workshops.

Credit Report and Credit Score Analysis Learn how to cope with a credit crisis and establish an action plan for building, rebuilding and maintaining your credit rating. Call any MF-R office to register.

05 MAY, TUESDAY, 1200-1400, KINSER ED. CTR. 15 MAY. FRIDAY, 0830-1030, COURTNEY MF-R 26 MAY, TUESDAY, 1200-1400, FUTENMA ED. CTR.

Investing 201 Workshop Come and join us for this workshop and learn more about investment strategies and how to employ them to enhance your investment portfolio.

28 MAY, THURSDAY, 0900-1100, FUTENMA ED. CTR.

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Helpful Personal Financial Links

Insurance http://www.benefits.va.gov/insurance

Investment https://www.tsp.gov/index.shtml http://www.finrafoundation.org/resources/tools/

Financial Education (Adult/Children) http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/moneysmart/index.html http://kids.usa.gov

Home Buying Learn about interest rates, points, closing costs, escrow accounts, earnest money, selecting an agent and processing a VA loan.

06 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0900-1100, KINSER MF-R 26 MAY, TUESDAY, 0900-1100, HANSEN MF-R 28 MAY, THURSDAY, 0830-1100, FOSTER MF-R

Personal Financial Counseling Program We now have a Personal Financial Counselor (PFC) on staff to provide person-al financial counseling on a wide variety of financial issues and concerns. You can call 645-7806/2104 for additional information. To set up an appoint-ment, with the PFC, please call 090-1941-0078 or email

campbutler-pfc1@mflc.zeiders.com.

Coupon 101 Workshop This informative workshop will teach you the tips and tricks of couponing; where to get coupons, how to organize your coupons, and how to use your cou-pons to make the most of your money. Participants will also receive coupons to take home so that they can get started on their savings!

01 MAY, FRIDAY, 0930-1230, FOSTER MF-R

Car Buying Workshop Are you interested in leasing or buying a new or used car? This class will dis-cuss purchasing, financing and trading in a vehicle.

27 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 1130-1300, SCHWAB MF-R

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PRS Personal Readiness Seminar

For more information on Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS), please email tamp@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or call 645-3151.

Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS) The Marine For Life Cycle model requires every Marine at their first Permanent Duty Station (PDS) to attend the PRS within 90 days of their arrival. The PRS provides Marines with an understanding of resources and programs available to assist them with developing and supporting career and personal goals, while on active duty and beyond. Pre-Registration must be completed for all Marines attending PRS. Marines must complete the following pre-work prior to attending PRS:

The Kuder Journey Assessment (www.dantes.kuder.com) Register for E-Benefits (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov)

06 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, KINSER ED. CTR. 13 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, SCHWAB ED. CTR. 20 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, FOSTER ED. CTR. 27 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, HANSEN ED. CTR 03 JUNE, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, KINSER ED. CTR. 10 JUNE, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, SCHWAB ED. CTR. 17 JUNE, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, FOSTER ED. CTR. 24 JUNE, WEDNESDAY, 0800-1200, HANSEN ED. CTR

Unit Representatives need to provide the following information when registering Marines:

Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial Department of Defense Identification Number Contact information (phone number/email address) Kuder Journey Assessment and proof of E-Benefits registration. Scan and email documents to tamp@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org

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TRP Transition Readiness Program

For more information on TRP please email tamp@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or call 645-3151.

Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) This workshop is required for active duty members between 90 days and one year of their date of separation or retirement. Unit Transition Counselors will conduct the pre-separation interview, initiate the DD Form 2648 and register military members attending.

04-08 MAY, MON-FRI, 0700-1630, HANSEN MF-R 11-15 MAY, MON-FRI, 0700-1630, KINSER MF-R 18-22 MAY, MON-FRI, 0700-1630, SCHWAB MF-R 18-22 MAY, MON-FRI, 0700-1630, FOSTER, BLDG. 439

*IMPORTANT CHANGE REGARDING PRE-RETIREMENT SIGN-UP*

To register for the Pre-Retirement Workshop, please contact your Unit Transi-tion Counselor (UTC). If your UTC contact information is unknown, please contact our office at 645-3151 and we will be more than happy to assist you

with obtaining this information. NOTE: The TRP office no longer directly ac-cepts sign-ups for the Pre-Retirement Workshop.

Career Technical Training Track (CTTT) The Career Technical Training Track (CTTT) is designed to assist services members in identifying certifications and credentials needed for their career interests. Completion of the Transition Readiness Seminar is no longer a re-quirement to attend. 12-13 MAY, TUES-WED 0730-1630, FOSTER ED. CTR.

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Federal Government Employment Process Workshop Applying for federal employment can be a daunting process, but we are here to help de-mystify the process. We will walk you through the application process, resume formats, required documents, and how to align your skills with the job qualifications.

05 MAY, TUESDAY, 1300-1600, SCHWAB MF-R 06 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 1300-1600, KINSER MF-R 11 MAY, MONDAY, 0830-1130, HANSEN MF-R 13 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 1300-1600, FOSTER MF-R 15 MAY, FRIDAY, 1300-1600, COURTNEY MF-R

Career Assessment

What is your dream career? This workshop will help you discover your work interests, career values, and motivations in the workplace. You will understand how these factors impact your potential success and career satisfaction.

04 MAY, MONDAY, 0830-1130, FOSTER MF-R 12 MAY, TUESDAY, 0830-1130, HANSEN MF-R 19 MAY, TUESDAY, 1300-1600, KINSER MF-R

FMEAP provides individual assistance with resume development and review, interview coaching and a career resource center with a computer lab. All of our services are free and available to service members, retirees, reservists, DoD employees, military spouses and family members. Please see page 23 for Marine and Family Programs contact phone numbers.

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Ace the Interview Workshop

The best candidate may not get the job, but the best interviewee might. Learn how to ace your next interview. In this workshop you will understand how to answer tough questions, dress appropriately, and negotiate your salary.

07 MAY, THURSDAY, 1300-1600, KINSER MF-R 14 MAY, THURSDAY, 1300-1600, FOSTER MF-R 22 MAY, FRIDAY, 0830-1130, HANSEN MF-R 27 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 1300-1600, SCHWAB MF-R 28 MAY, THURSDAY, 1300-1600, COURTNEY MF-R

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Federal Resume Writing Workshop Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? This class is designed spe-cifically to help you develop a powerful federal resume and address key areas in the job announcement to make you the successful applicant.

` 20 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 1300-1600, HANSEN MF-R. 27 MAY, WEDNESDAY, 0830-1130, KINSER MF-R. 28 MAY, THURSDAY, 1300-1600, FOSTER MF-R

Resume Writing Workshop

Write a winning resume today! In this workshop you will be able to identify your skills, learn different resume formats, and how to write about your accom-plishments so that an employer will call you for an interview.

01 MAY, FRIDAY, 1300-1600, COURTNEY MF-R 04 MAY, MONDAY, 1300-1600, KINSER MF-R 12 MAY, TUESDAY, 0830-1130, SCHWAB MF-R 12 MAY, TUESDAY, 1300-1600, FOSTER MF-R 19 MAY, TUESDAY, 0830-1130, HANSEN MF-R

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Professional Communication Polish your verbal and written communication skills so you can get ahead in your career. Learn how to speak and write clearly and effectively to make a positive impression with employers.

08 MAY, FRIDAY, 0900-1100, FOSTER MF-R

Job Fair Success Stand out from the crowd and make an impression at the next job fair! Learn how to research employers, prepare your attire, and follow-up so you can suc-cessfully navigate any job fair and land the job.

07 MAY, THURSDAY, 1000-1100, FOSTER MF-R 08 MAY, FRIDAY, 1000-1100, COURTNEY MF-R 14 MAY, THURSDAY, 1000-1100, HANSEN MF-R 21 MAY, THURSDAY, 1000-1100, KINSER MF-R

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Retired Activities Office (RAO) Retired Activities Office Representative: Ben Garcia

The RAO serves military retirees from all branches of service in a number of ways, to include the following: 1. Serves as a central point to obtain valuable information 2. Provides reliable answers to your questions 3. Refers individuals to appropriate service providers

The Retired Activities Office volunteer is a valuable link to help retirees and family members obtain the rights, benefits and privileges they are entitled to receive. The Retired Activities Office is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 0900 to 1500. For more information, please call 645-3159/3151.

Veterans Affairs Assistance VA Representative: Alexander Dickenson Foster Marine & Family Office: Mon-Wed: 0730-1630, 645-3508/3151 Kadena AFRC: Thu-Fri: 0730-1630, 634-3366

The VA representative is here to assist transitioning military members, retirees and surviving spouses with educational services and assistance to beneficiaries. Transitioning military members will receive a full overview briefing at each TRS session. One-on-one appointments are also available.

The VA Representative can also be emailed at varep@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.

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MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING

Premarital Workshop 645-3689 Premarital Seminar, 08 MAY, 0800-1600, OCEAN BREEZE

Registration required is required for all workshops. To register, call us or go to www.mccsokinawa.com/MCFTB.

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Japanese Spouses’ Orientation (JSOJ /Japanese Spouses Learning Series JSO is designed for Japanese spouses and fiancées in their transition to military life. A translator is present for all sessions. For more information, please call the Team Building bilingual line at 645-3204.

Educational Program, 07 MAY, 0900-1200, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677 Daily Life-Tips Program, 21 MAY, 0900-1200, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677

Readiness and Deployment Support 645-3693/2841 Get resources and support for Marines and family members throughout the en-tire deployment cycle; from Pre-Deployment through the Return and Reunion.

Hearts Apart, 01 MAY, 0930-1130, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677 Strong Military Couples, 22 MAY, 1800-2000, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677

LifeSkills Learning Series 645-3749

Workshops on various topics are provided to empower spouses and assist them in developing leadership skills.

Social Network Safety, 12 MAY, 1700-1900, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677 Safe & Sound at Home, 27 MAY, 1700-1900, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677

Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, Skills (LINKS) 645-3698 This mentoring program for Marine family members is taught by Marine spouses to provide insight into the military lifestyle. There are LINKS sessions for kids, teens, spouses, Marines and Japanese spouses.

Volunteer Orientation, 05 MAY, 0900-1000, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677 LINKS for Kids, 08 MAY, 1730-2030, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677 L.I.N.K.S - Spouses, 12-13 MAY, 0900-1300, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677 Passport to Volunteering, 14 MAY, 0900-1130, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677

Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) OPSEC & PII TRNG, 13 MAY, 1400-1530, FOSTER, BLDG. 5677

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH-FAMILY ADVOCACY NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM

Play Mornings Call to Register This interactive playgroup for children under the age of 5 helps children im-prove their social, cognitive and motor skills.

MONDAYS, PLAY MORNING, COURTNEY TUESDAYS, TODDLER TIME TOO, FOSTER WEDNESDAYS, PLAY MORNING, KINSER THURSDAYS, BABY ‘N ME / TODDLER TIME, FOSTER

Journey Through Pregnancy Call to Register This 12-week, open discussion class, featuring the InJoy series, is designed for expectant parents to attend at any time during pregnancy. Topics include: labor and birth, medical procedures, new mother care, feeding and new baby care and Dunstan Baby Language.

COURTNEY, MONDAYS KINSER, WEDNESDAYS FOSTER, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

Moms In The Military Call to Register There are many challenges associated with being a military parent. This class is offered to moms at any stage of pregnancy. Military dads are welcome too!

COURTNEY, TUESDAYS KINSER, WEDNESDAYS FOSTER, THURSDAYS

Baby Boot Camp Call to Register

This class assists in preparing expectant mothers and fathers to be confident and competent parents. Learn the basics of infant development, taking care of your-self as a parent, baby safety, newborn care, community resources and more.

Infant Massage Call to Register Enjoy the benefits of Infant Massage, as Mom and Dad are guided in parent-infant touch and massage interactions. This 4 session class helps about learn infant cues, massage adaptation and more. Call 645-0396 to register today.

Registration is required for all New Parent Support Program events. For more information on services or to register for NSPS events, please call 645-0396.

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FAMILY ADVOCACY

START Group for Women Call for Schedule 26-week group for women who engage in abusive patterns of behavior, helping them to deal with ongoing issues in a supportive environment.

STOP Group for Men Fridays, 1300-1500 26-week group for men who engage in abusive patterns of behavior, helping them to deal with ongoing issues in a supportive environment.

Anger Management Class Call for Schedule Four-session class aimed at identifying triggers, and learning effective coping behaviors to reduce levels of anger, and resolve conflicts.

Married and Loving It! Call for Schedule Five-session course to enhance your communication skills as a couple. Topics include the Five Love Languages, financial freedom and conflict resolution.

FAP Incident Determination Committee (IDC) Certificate Training meets the requirement for annual Family Advocacy training and certi-fies officers designated as the unit IDC voting representative (BN level CO/XOs). Any command member who works with families involved in or at risk of child/spouse abuse is welcome to attend.

Positive Parenting Program Call for Schedule Three seminars designed for parents to promote children’s development and manage children’s behavior in a constructive and positive way.

Coping with Work and Family Stress Call for Schedule Multi-session class aimed at identifying stressful triggers of irritation and re-ducing levels of stress using effective coping behaviors to prevent stress from escalating.

Sound Relationships Group Call for Schedule Four-week couple’s group promoting communication, conflict resolution skills and emotional regulation.

To schedule a counseling appointment, please come to Camp Foster Bldg. 439, 2nd floor, between 0800-1100 or 1300-1600, Monday - Friday, excluding holi-days. For more information on individual or marital counseling, and psycho-educational groups, please call 645-2915. Pre-registration and screening re-quired for all groups.

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FOCUS provides resiliency training to military families and couples. FOCUS teaches practical skills to help families meet the challenges of military life, including how to communicate and solve problems effectively and to successfully set goals together. For more information, please contact our main office at 645-6077 or e-mail: okinawa@focusproject.org. To view a listing of our upcoming workshops and events please visit us at www.focusproject.org

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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM

Women’s Healing & Empowerment Call to Register: 645-2915 Ongoing treatment group for mature teens and adults who have experienced trauma such as childhood abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. This group meets at both Camp Foster and Camp Hansen.

Healthy Thinking Group Call to Register: 645-2915 Six-session cognitive therapy group which teaches participants to identify and reduce false, illogical, or negative thoughts in order to manage issues such as depression, anxiety and anger. This group meets at Camp Foster, Camp Hansen and Camp Schwab.

The Behavioral Health Community Counseling Program offers short-term solu-tion-focused counseling to help with relationship and life problems. To register, come for a screening during walk-in hours:

- Camp Foster (Bldg. 439), Mon-Fri, 0800-1100 and 1300-1600 - Camp Hansen (Bldg. 2394), Mon-Fri, 0800-1100 and 1300-1600 - Camp Kinser (Bldg. 1316), Mon-Thur, 0800-1000

We also have counselors at Camp Schwab (Bldg. 3327) and Camp Courtney (Bldg. 4408). All services (including groups, below) require prescreening. For more infor-mation, please call 645-2915 or visit the BH Community Counseling webpage at www.mccsokinawa.com/counseling.

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The Substance Abuse Counseling Center provides screening, assessment, pre-vention, early intervention, and treatment services. We have counselors located at Camp Foster Bldg. 440, Camp Hansen Bldg. 2284 and provide services at Camp Schwab by appointment. For more information or to schedule an appoint-ment, please call 645-3009.

Screening / Assessment Active duty service members attached to USMC units, retirees, and dependents (18 years of age and older) can call or walk in to schedule an appointment as a self-referral.

PRIME for Life (PFL) 4.5 Workshop Designed for those who may be engaging in high risk substance use behaviors and are therefore at greater risk of developing substance related problems.

Early Intervention Designed for individuals making high risk choices with regard to their alcohol use. The program assists participants in developing a low-risk plan to protect the things they value most. The foundation of our Early Intervention program is the PRIME for Life (PFL) 16 hour course.

Substance Abuse and Gambling Treatment Treatment is available for individuals who have been diagnosed with a Sub-stance Use or Gambling Disorder. The level of care and length of treatment are determined by the individual’s need.

Continuing Care Designed for individuals who have completed substance abuse or gambling treatment. Group sessions are held weekly to assist individuals with maintaining recovery and achieving the goals on their aftercare plan. Individual sessions are also available as needed.

Family and Friends Workshop A six-hour educational workshop on the influence of addiction within family relationships.

Prevention Outreach and Education for Military Commands Outreach and education programs are available to meet the individualized needs of our military commands.

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Undergraduate College UMUC (Summer Session) Registration Dates: Thru 01 June 2015 (in class)/13 May 2015 (online) Term Dates: 01 June-26 July 2015 (in class)/18 May-12 July 2015 (online) Summer Session II Term Dates: 01 June-26 July 2015 (online) Summer Session III Term Dates: 15 June-26 July 2015 (online)

Central Texas College (Summer Session) Registration Dates: 18-29 May 2015 Term Dates (in class & online): 01 June - 26 July 2015

Graduate Schools (Located at Kadena Education Center) Troy University (Term V 2015) Master of Science - International Relations (New Registrants last day to apply: 08 May 2015)

Registration Dates: 04 - 24 May 2015 Term Dates: 25 May - 26 July 2015 Call 634-5365 for more information.

University of Phoenix. Please call 034-580-0503 for more information. Master of Arts-Education (Adult Ed. & Training) Master of Arts-Education (Curriculum & Instructions)

Accessing Higher Education The Education Center is proud to announce the Accessing Higher Education brief that will be held at the Foster, Hansen and Schwab Education Centers. This brief will assist Marines, Sailors and family members with finding, apply-ing for and entering college. Some of the topics include: interest inventories, financial aid, VA benefits and more. 4 & 5 MAY, 0800-1630, FOSTER ED. CENTER 18 & 19 MAY, 0800-1630, HANSEN ED. CENTER 20 MAY, 1700-1900, SCHWAB ED. CENTER

EDUCATION & CAREER SERVICES

The MCCS Education Centers assist in attaining your educational goals. The Education Center Guidance Counselors can provide academic and vocational guidance, financial assistance information along with other education concerns.

For more information, please contact your nearest MCCS Education Center using the contact information listed on page 26.

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MCCS LIBRARIES

Imagination Station Geared for ages 3-9, but all ages are welcome. In this one hour program we will celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with age appropriate stories and activities.

13 MAY, 1100, WEDNESDAY, FOSTER LIBRARY

Muffins with Mommy This one hour program geared for ages 3-9, celebrates the special relationship of mothers and maternal figures with age appropriate songs, stories and a craft.

2 MAY, 1000, SATURDAY, CRTNY/FSTR/KNSR LIBRARIES

Jann Brett Book Signing Come to Foster Library to have your book signed by famous children's author Jan Brett! She is known for colorful, detailed depictions of a wide variety of animals and human cultures ranging from Scandinavia to Africa. Her best-known titles include The Mitten, The Hat, and Gingerbread Baby. She has adapted or retold numerous traditional stories such as the Gingerbread Man and Goldilocks and has illustrated some classics such as "The Owl and the Pussycat.

14 MAY, 1700, THURSDAY, FOSTER LIBRARY

Young Poet Workshop Join Marine and poet Juan Caraballo, author of The Essence of a Young Poet, as he talks about his experience writing and publishing his poetry. Bring a copy of his book to have it signed!

21 MAY, 1800, THURSDAY, FOSTER LIBRARY

Library Week Blood Drive Save a life while reading a book! We will be holding a blood drive week at the MCCS Okinawa Libraries. Show your camp pride and come out to give blood at your local library. Donors will receive refreshments and goodies. The library with the most donations will win a trophy to display.

12 MAY, 1100-1500, TUESDAY, HANSEN LIBRARY 13 MAY, 1100-1500, WEDNESDAY, SCHWAB LIBRARY 14 MAY, 1100-1500, THURSDAY, FOSTER LIBRARY 15 MAY, 1100-1500, FRIDAY, FUTENMA LIBRARY

Program Hiatus Children’s Programs will be on a short hiatus from 16 May until 12 June in preparation of our Summer Reading Program.

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For information on Cultural Events please call: 645- 3127

Cultural Events

Golden Week During Golden Week, special programs and entertainment for children will be performed at Okinawa Zoo, Aeon & San-A Stores, Adventure World at

Chatan Dome, Ryukyu Mura, and other locations.

Japanese National Holidays during 29 April – 6 May 29 April - Showa no hi (Showa Day)

3 May - Kenpo kinen bi (Constitution Memorial Day) 4 May - Midori no hi (Green Day)

5 May - Kodomo no hi (Children’s Day) 6 May - Constitution Memorial Day Observance

Children’s Festivals Okinawa Zoo and Museum, Okinawa-City

Adults: ¥500, 13 - 15 years old: ¥200, 4 - 12 years old: ¥100, *Admission is free for Children, ages 3 years old and younger

Okinawa World, Nanjo-City Adults: ¥1,600, Children: ¥800

Koinobori (Carp Streamers) Festa 3 - 5 May Kasen Park, Oku Yanbaru no sato, Kunigami-son, Oku

Eisa Dance, Hula dance, Ryukyu dance, Karaoke Show and more!

Kadena Welfare Center, Hija River, Kadena-Cho Eisa dance, stage performance

Naha Festival Aja-New Port, Naha-City

03-05 May / Start time: 10:00 Dragon Boat Races, Stage Shows, Games, Food Booths, Fire Works

All Okinawa Bull Fight Ishikawa Multi-Purpose Dome, Uruma-City

Sunday, 10 May / Start time: 11:30

Adults - Men: 3,000 Woman: 2,000

13 - 18 year old: 1,000

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MARINE & FAMILY - RESOURCE CENTER STAFF Director Terry Burmester 645-2903

Administrative Specialist Akira Nakayoshi 645-3125

Supply Technician Michael Herchenhahn 645-4042 Camp Foster Family Programs and Resources (FPR) FAX: 645-7229

FPR Program Manager Joe Cassidy 645-3150

FPR Lead Information & Referral Specialist Dave Randle 645-8395/7494

FPR Information & Referral Specialist Rose Barros 645-8395/7494 FPR Information & Referral Specialist Amanda Meek 645-3172

FPR Front Desk Technician Amanda Edwards 645-2104/2106

FPR Administrative Assistant Stephanie Iraheta 645-3600

Personal Financial Specialist Gene De Freitas 645-3473/7806

Inter-Cultural Coordinator Yuko Murayoshi 645-3127/8109

Inter-Cultural Coordinator Atsuko Kinjo 645-2157/8109 Camp Foster Transition Readiness Program (TRP) FAX: 645-3930

Transition Manager Dean Daniel 645-7810

Lead Transition Specialist Tracey Walker 645-3152

Transition Advisor Kayla Marshall 645-3154

Transition Advisor Kanae Norman 645-3154

Transition Assistant Chezarae Courts 645-3151

Transition Assistant Vacant 645-3151

P & PD Technician Vacant 645-3151

Veterans Affairs Representative Alexander Dickenson 645-3508

RAO Volunteer Ben Garcia 645-3159

Camp Courtney M&FP CTR (622-7332) Bldg 4425 FAX: 622-9922

Personal Financial Specialist Gene De Freitas 622-7416

Transition Specialist Vacant 622-7878

FPR Information & Referral Specialist Amanda Meek 622-7739

Resource Technician Maggie Rodriguez 622-7332

Camp Hansen M&FP CTR (623-4522) Bldg 2339 FAX: 623-7727

Personal Financial Specialist Anthony Green 623-3050

Transition Specialist Pat Beckles 623-7736

P & PD Advisor Shelly Haar 623-3055

FPR Information & Referral Specialist Jasmine Sanz 623-4522/4860

Camp Kinser M&FP CTR (637-2815) Bldg 1220 FAX: 637-2426

Personal Finance Specialist John Daskauskas 637-1628

Transition Specialist Jeff Sweeney 637-1307

FPR Information & Referral Specialist Mari Sheffield 637-2509

Resource Technician Ava Scale 637-2815

Camp Schwab M&FP CTR (625-2622) Bldg 3327 FAX: 625-2454

Personal Finance Specialist Anthony Green 625-2646

Transition Specialist Joanne Whitman 625-2699

FPR Information & Referral Specialist David Giorgianni 625-2622

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Chief, M&FP Bert Corn 645-7809/2889 M&FP Secretary Sarah Papple 645-7809/2889 Director, Education/Career Services Tina Smilie 645-7160

Director, BH Community Counseling Debby Wells 645-2915 Director, BH Substance Abuse Kirsten Diller 645-0815 Director, P & PD Resources Terry Burmester 645-2903

MARINE & FAMILY PROGRAMS (M&FP) KEY PERSONNEL

Director, Family Team Building Frank Fay 645-3689

Director, BH Family Advocacy Margaret Zohni 645-2915 Behavioral Health (BH) Program Mgr Shane Arnett 645-2915

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Education & Career Services

Foster Education Center, Bldg. 5679 645-7160 Courtney Education Center, Bldg. 4412 622-9694 Futenma Education Center, Bldg. 407 636-3036 Hansen Education Center, Bldg. 2339 623-4376 Kinser Education Center, Bldg. 1220 637-1821 Schwab Education Center, Bldg. 3429 625-2046

Libraries Foster Library, Bldg. 5679 645-7178 Courtney Library, Bldg. 4453 622-9280 Futenma Library, Bldg. 403 636-3946 Hansen Library, Bldg. 2339 623-7372 Kinser Library, Bldg. 1311 637-1039 Schwab Library, Bldg. 3429 625-2518

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - FAMILY ADVOCACY Family Advocacy, Bldg. 439 645-2915/2916 FOCUS, Bldg. 5691, Room 116 645-6077 New Parent Support, Bldg. 439 645-0396

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - COMMUNITY COUNSELING Foster, Bldg. 439 645-2915/2916 Kinser, Bldg. 3327 637-3708 Courtney, Bldg. 4408 622-2079 Hansen, Bldg. 2394 623-7079 Schwab, Bldg. 3327 625-1198

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SUBSTANCE ABUSE SACC, Bldg. 440 645-3009 Fax 645-3939

MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING, BLDG. 5677 Life Skills Training 645-3749 L.I.N.K.S. 645-3698 Readiness & Deployment Support 645-3693/2841 Community Relations 645-3204

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May 2015 Marine and Family Programs

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SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT PLAY MORNINGS

CAMP COURTNEY JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY

COURTNEY

TODDLER TIME TOO, FOSTER

JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY FOSTER

MOMS IN THE MILITARY COURTNEY

PLAY MORNINGS KINSER

JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY KINSER

MOMS IN THE MILITARY KINSER

BABY ‘N ME/ TODDLER TIME FOSTER

JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY FOSTER

MOMS IN THE MILITARY FOSTER

STOP GROUP (MEN) 1300-1500, FOSTER BLDG 439

1 MONEY MGMT, 0800-1100, HANSEN MFR COUPON 101, 0930-1230, FOSTER MFR HEARTS APART, 0930-1130, FOSTER BLDG 5677 LAPSIT, (12-36 MONTHS), 0930, FOSTER LIBRARY LAPSIT, (0-12 MONTHS), 1030, FOSTER LIBRARY RESUME, 1300-1600, COURTNEY MFR

2 MUFFINS WITH MOMMY, 1000, CRTY/FSTR / KNSR LIBRARY

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4 TRS (1/5), 0700-1630, HANSEN MFR SMOOTH MOVE, 0800-1200, FOSTER COMM CTR CAREER ASSESSMENT, 0830-1130, FOSTER MFR LAPSIT, (0-36 MONTHS), 0930, KINSER LIBRARY PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 1100, KINSER LIBRARY SURV JN LANG, 1130-1230, SCHWAB MFR RESUME, 1300-1600, KINSER MFR

5 TRS (2/5), 0700-1630, HANSEN MFR MONEY MGMT, 0830-1130, KINSER ED CTR VOL. ORIENTATION, 0900-1000, FOSTER BLDG 5677 SPONSORSHIP, 0900-1100 COURTNEY MFR PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 1100, FOSTER LIBRARY CREDIT REPORT, 1200-1400, KINSER ED CTR FED GOV’T, 1300-1600 SCHWAB MFR

6 TRS (3/5), 0700-1630, HANSEN MFR NOWA, 0720-1430, FOSTER COMM CTR PRS, 0800-1200, KINSER ED CTR HOME BUYING, 0900-1100, KINSER MFR FED GOV’T, 1300-1600, KINSER MFR

7 TRS (4/5), 0700-1630, HANSEN MFR GROCERY TOUR, 0900-1100, FOSTER COMMISSARY JSO-EDUCATIONAL PGM, 0900-1200, FOSTER BLDG 5677 JOB FAIR SUCCESS, 1000-1100, FOSTER MFR LAPSIT, (0-36 MONTHS), 1000, COURTNEY LIBRARY PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 1100, COURTNEY LIBRARY INTERVIEW, 1300-1600, KINSER MFR

8 TRS (5/5), 0700-1630, HANSEN MFR PRE-MARTIAL, 0800-1600, OCEAN BREEZE S.T.A.R.S., 0800-1200, FOSTER BLDG 439 PROF. COMMUNICATION, 0900-1100, FOSTER MFR LAPSIT, (12-36 MONTHS), 0930, FOSTER LIBRARY LAPSIT, (0-12 MONTHS), 1030, FOSTER LIBRARY JOB FAIR SUCCESS, 1000-1100, COURTNEY MFR LIMKS FOR KIDS, 1730-2030, FOSTER BLDG 5677

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11 TRS (1/5), 0700-1630, KINSER MFR FED GOV’T, 0830-1130, HANSEN MFR LAPSIT, (0-36 MONTHS), 0930, KINSER LIBRARY PRESCHOOL STORY TIME,1100, KINSER LIBRARY BASIC JN LANG 1 (1/4), 1130-1300, HANSEN MFR

12 TRS (2/5), 0700-1630, KINSER MFR CTTT (1-2), 0730-1630, FOSTER ED CTR CAREER ASSESSMENT, 0830-1130, HANSEN MFR RESUME, 0830-1130, SCHWAB MFR LINKS-SPOUSES (1/2), 0900-1300, FOSTER BLDG 5677 LIBRARY BLOOD DRIVE, 1100-1500, HANSEN LIBRARY PRESCHOOL STORY TIME AGES 3-5: 1100, FSTR LIBRARY BASIC JN LANG 1 (2/4), 1130-1300, HANSEN MFR SURV JN LANG, 1130-1230, FUTENMA ED CTR RESUME, 1300-1600, FOSTER MFR SOCIAL NETWORK SAFETY, 1700-1900, FOSTER BLDG 5677

13 TRS (3/5), 0700-1630, KINSER MFR NOWA, 0720-1430, FOSTER COMM CTR CTTT (2-2), 0730-1630, FOSTER ED CTR PRS, 0800-1200, SCHWAB ED CTR LINKS-SPOUSES (2/2), 0900-1300, FOSTER BLDG 5677 IMAGINATION STATION, 1100, FOSTER LIBRARY LIBRARY BLOOD DRIVE, 1100-1500, SCHWAB LIBRARY BASIC JN LANG 1 (3/4), 1130-1300, HANSEN MFR FED GOV’T, 1300-1600, FOSTER MFR OPSEC & PII TRNG, 1400-1530, FOSTER BLDG 5677

14 TRS (4/5), 0700-1630, KINSER MFR SPONSORSHIP, 0900-1100 FOSTER BLDG 439 PASSPORT VOLUNTEER, 0900-1130, FOSTER BLDG 5677 LAPSIT, (0-36 MONTHS),1000, COURTNEY LIBRARY JOB FAIR SUCCESS, 1000-1100, HANSEN MFR LIBRARY BLOOD DRIVE, 1100-1500, FOSTER LIBRARY PRESCHOOL STORY TIME,1100, COURTNEY LIBRARY BASIC JN LANG 1 (4/4), 1130-1300, HANSEN MFR INTERVIEW, 1300-1600, FOSTER MFR JANN BRETT BOOK SIGNING, 1700, FOSTER LIBRARY

15 TRS (5/5), 0700-1630, KINSER MFR CREDIT REPORT, 0830-1030, COURTNEY MFR LAPSIT, (12-36 MONTHS), 0930, FOSTER LIBRARY LAPSIT, (0-12 MONTHS), 1030, FOSTER LIBRARY LIBRARY BLOOD DRIVE, 1100-1500, FUTENMA LIBRARY FED GOVT, 1300-1600, COURTNEY MFR

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18 TRS (1/5), 0700-1630, FOSTER BLDG 439 TRS (1/5), 0700-1630, SCHWAB MFR SMOOTH MOVE, 0800-1200, FOSTER COMM CTR SURV JN WRITING (1/2), 1130-1300, FOSTER MFR

19 TRS (2/5), 0700-1630, FOSTER BLDG 439 TRS (2/5), 0700-1630, SCHWAB MFR RESUME, 0830-1130, HANSEN MFR SPONSORSHIP, 0900-1100, KINSER MFR SURV JN WRITING (2/2), 1130-1300, FOSTER MFR CAREER ASSESSMENT, 1300-1600, KINSER MFR BINGATA DYEING (1/3), 1330-1500, FOSTER MFR

20 TRS (3/5), 0700-1630, FOSTER BLDG 439 TRS (3/5), 0700-1630, SCHWAB MFR NOWA, 0720-1430, FOSTER COMM CTR PRS, 0800-1200, FOSTER ED CTR FED RESUME, 1300-1600, HANSEN MFR

21 TRS (4/5), 0700-1630, FOSTER BLDG 439 TRS (4/5), 0700-1630, SCHWAB MFR MONEY MGMT, 0830-1130, FOSTER MFR JSO-DAILY LIFE-TIPS, 0900-1200, FOSTER BLDG 5677 JOB FAIR SUCCESS, 1000-1100, KINSER MFR YOUNG POET WORKSHOP, 1800, FOSTER LIBRARY

22 TRS (5/5), 0700-1630, FOSTER BLDG 439 TRS (5/5), 0700-1630, SCHWAB MFR INTERVIEW, 0830-1130, HANSEN MFR PAPER BASKET, 0930-1130, FOSTER MFR BINGATA DYEING (2/3),1330-1500, FOSTER MFR STRONG COUPLES, 1800-2000, FOSTER BLDG 5677

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26 MONEY MGMT, 0830-1130, FUTENMA ED CTR HOME BUYING, 0900-1100, HANSEN MFR BASIC JN LANG 2 (1/4), 1130-1300, FOSTER MFR CREDIT REPORT, 1200-1400, FUTENMA ED CTR

27 NOWA, 0720-1430, FOSTER COMM CTR PRS, 0800-1200, HANSEN ED CTR FED RESUME, 0830-1130, KINSER MFR BASIC JN LANG 2 (2/4), 1130-1300, FOSTER MFR CAR BUYING, 1130-1300, SCHWAB MFR INTERVIEW, 1300-1600, SCHWAB MFR BINGATA DYEING (3/3),1330-1500, FOSTER MFR SAFE @ HOME, 1700-1900, FOSTER BLDG 5677

28 MONEY MGMT, 0830-1130, SCHWAB MFR SPONSORSHIP, 0900-1100, HANSEN MFR INVESTING 201, 0900-1100, FUTENMA ED CTR HOME BUYING, 0830-1100, FOSTER MFR PAPER BASKET, 0900-1100, COURTNEY MFR BASIC JN LANG 2 (3/4), 1130-1300, FOSTER MFR FED RESUME, 1300-1600, FOSTER MFR INTERVIEW, 1300-1600, COURTNEY MFR

29 MONEY MGMT, 0830-1130, COURTNEY MFR PAPER BASKET, 0900-1100, KINSER MFR BASIC JN LANG 2 (4/4), 1130-1300, FOSTER MFR KINSER FIELD TRIP, 1200-1400, KINSER MFR

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