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Time flies when you're having fun and soaking up that Las Vegas
sun. But now it's that time again, time to start thinking and
preparing for the upcoming new school year. Lots of excitement and
lots of stress for each of our school-age children out there.
There is always the unknowing once a new school year begins such
as: who will be my new teacher or teachers? Who will be my new
classmates? Will I be able to make new friends?
Stay involved with your children and make each school year as good
as the previous one. I firmly believe in the motto, "Leave no child
behind", when it comes to a child's education. For, it is our
children who will be put in positions of authority and
responsibility once we retire. We owe it to them to provide the
best education possible.
Since it is the start of a new school year, if you happen to have
any spare school supplies laying around, please think about
donating them to your local school. I am sure that all School
Teachers would very much appreciate any donations. As the new
school year kicks off, I am also sure that each of your children
will make new friends and experience many memorable moments. Be
looking out for upcoming EFMP events throughout the school year.
The best way to alleviate stress is to get active and stay
involved. May each and everyone of your children enjoy a safe and
successful school year for 2019. The EFMP Family Support office is
here for you and your dependents. So, if there are any resources or
events that you would like or wish to participate in, please reach
out to us and let us know.
Written by Mark Valerio, M.H.R. EFMP-Family Support
Coordinator
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AF Respite Care
A&FRC Calendar
EFMP 101 Base Level Orientation
Please sign up for our EFMP 101 workshop which is offered in
coordination with the three major components of EFMP. EFMP-Family
Support - EFMP-Medical - EFMP-Assignments. Our next orientation is
tentatively scheduled for 21 Aug 19 from 0900 to 1030, in Bldg 20,
Rm 310 (please see flyer on page 8).
This orientation is primarily for those newly Q-coded families, but
everyone is welcome to attend.
To register, call the EFMP-Family Support office at the A&FRC
(702) 652-3327.
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(1-Hour Webinar)
TIME: 9:00am – 10:00am CST
Contact your local AirmanFamily & Readiness Center to
Register!
Finances are an important aspect when planning for the future of a
child with special needs. Financial planning for special needs
families involves making plans for medical expenses, caretaking,
and preserving the child’s government benefits. Learn the different
options and elements of financial planning.
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The Air Force Airman & Family Readiness Center EFMP continues
to partner with LRP Publications to provide EFMP staff, the
parents/families they serve, and school district staff who work
with military children, to provide access to LRP’s new DirectSTEP®
eLearning courses at no charge!
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Join us to connect with resources, knowledge, and one another.
People with disabilities can benefit from connecting socially with
one another, especially when they can find a common ground with
someone else who lives with their specific disability.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2019
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EFMP-Family Support (FS)
Airman & Family Readiness Center 4311 North Washington Blvd.
Nellis AFB, NV 89191-7073
EFMP FS Coordinator Team: Ms. Charletta Cruz Phone:
702.652.3399/3327 Email: charletta.zamora-cruz@us af.mil
Mr. Mark Valerio Phone: 702.652.9260/3327 Email:
[email protected]
“Supporting Military Families"
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