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FORT HOOD

COMMUNITY SERVICES COUNCIL

AGENDA

Next meeting: 26 February 2014, 0930, Community Events and Bingo Center

If you have an agenda topic, please contact ACS at 553-1593 or usarmy.hood.imcom-fmwrc.list.community-services-council@mail.mil Topics must be received by the 3rd working day of the month.

Agency updates to the Community Information must be received two weeks prior to the CSC.

Fort Hood Community Information Sheet along with CSC handouts are available to download from the

ACS webpage at www.hoodmwr.com/acs.

FACT SHEET

OSJA

Mrs. LeeAnna George (286-5062)

9 January 2014

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SUBJECT: Fort Hood Tax Center ﾱ Tax Year 2013

1.PURPOSE: To provide information about the services offered by the Fort Hood Tax Center (FHTC).

2.FACTS: The FHTC is open from 21 Jan – 15 Apr 2014. The FHTC main information phone number is (254)

288-7995. Questions may be directed to the FHTC at (254) 288-7995 and (254) 287-3294.

a.Location. WE HAVE MOVED! The FHTC is located in the Fort Hood Consolidated Client Services building, building 13, on 52d Street (just West of the III Corps Headquarters Building). The FHTC has its own entrance at the back (West side) of the building.

Space is limited in the waiting room and tax preparation area. As such, please do not bring children with you when you have your taxes prepared. Children are not allowed in the tax preparation area and there are no facilities to care for them at the FHTC.

b.Hours. Hours of operation are Mon, Wed, Thu, & Fri, 0930-1700*, on Tue, 0930-1900*, and on Sat, 1000-1500*. The FHTC is closed on Sunday and all federal holidays. We will be closed on the training holidays on 14 Feb and 14 Mar, but open on 13 Mar. We will also be closed on the Saturday following a Friday training holiday (15 Feb and 15 Mar).

* We will accept clients for tax preparation up to one hour before the posted closing time.

c.Walk-in Service and Appointments. The FHTC provides tax assistance on a walk-in or appointment basis. Our first appointments will be 4 Feb and appointments may be scheduled beginning 28 Jan. Appointments may be made up to one week in advance.

d.1040EZ Drop-off. The FHTC has a 1040EZ drop-off program. These customers will complete the questionnaires, be screened, and provide all the necessary documents for tax return preparation. In two duty days, the client will need to return to the FHTC to sign the return we can electronically file it or to pick it up and mail in.

e.Eligibility & Services Offered. These services are FREE to all active duty military, Family members, and Retirees. Services offered include: (1) distribution of federal income tax forms; (2) assistance with and preparation of federal and state income tax returns; (3) electronic filing of eligible current year federal and state tax returns; and (4) direct deposit of refunds or automatic debit of tax owed.

f.What is Required? FHTC taxpayers need to bring with them all tax-related documents, including income information such as W-2 forms, 1099 forms, records of child-care expenses and child-care provider information,

power of attorney (if spouse is unavailable), and a social security card for each Family member shown on the return. Powers of attorney must specifically state ‘for income tax’ and for which tax year the agent is allowed to file. For direct deposit of refunds or electronic debit of amount owed, you must provide the routing number and

account number to the banking facility, as well as the type of account (an account card or a check that we can make a copy of are highly encouraged ﾱ we cannot accept deposit slips).

g.Limitation of Services. Unfortunately, there are limitations regarding the tax services the FHTC can provide (1) Rental property ﾱ Assistance is provided for up to three rental properties. A multi-family residence counts as the number rentable units it has. (2) Sale of stock ﾱ Assistance provided for up to 10 stock sales. If

the 1099-B has a roll-up of totals, we will enter the total and print out the return for the taxpayer to mail in to the IRS. (3) Self-Employment/Personal Business ﾱ Returns with self-employment income or for businesses are not prepared. An exception is made for childcare providers who are located on Fort Hood and are registered Family Child Care providers. Any other individuals with self-employment or a personal business must prepare their own Schedule C or seek assistance elsewhere. If a Schedule C is prepared, the FHTC will enter the figures provided by the taxpayer and retain the Schedule C with our records.

h.Tax Briefings. The Post Tax Officer (PTO) is available to provide briefings to units, Family support groups or similar organizations on basic tax information and FHTC operations. Call 254-288-5036 to schedule a briefing.

i.State Taxes. State tax returns will be prepared if the information is completed on the FHTC questionnaire. All state returns must be mailed in due to new e-file requirements for most states. When the return is ready, we will send you an e-mail informing you of the return status, therefore please ensure that you provide us with a legible e-mail address.

i.Prior Year Taxes. The separate Fort Hood Tax Office will prepare prior year state tax returns, amendments, returns for years 2011 and earlier, as well as assist with responding to correspondence from the IRS or a state tax authority by appointment. Call 288-5040 to schedule an appointment.

QUALIFYING FOR COMBAT ZONE TAX BENEFITS

1.PURPOSE: To provide information on the various tax benefits afforded to Soldiers who serve in a Combat

Zone (CZ), Qualified Hazardous Duty Area (QHDA), or area “in direct support” of a combat zone.

2.What are the current CZs? For tax year 2013, there are three current operations designated CZs: (a) Executive Order 12744 designates the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Gulf of Oman, Gulf of Aden, the Arabian Sea north of 10 degrees north latitude and west of 68 degrees east longitude, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates and the airspace above these locations as a CZ effective 17 Jan 1991. (b) Executive Order 13119 designates the former Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia/Montenegro), Albania, the Adriatic Sea, the Ionian Sea north of the 39th parallel and the airspace above these locations as a CZ effective 24 Mar 1999. (c) Executive Order 13239 designates Afghanistan/airspace as a CZ effective 19 Sep 2001.

3.What are the benefits of serving in a CZ, QHDA, or “in direct support” of a CZ? The most significant benefits include: (a) Providing a 180-day extension after departing the combat zone for filing, paying, and performing certain other tax related acts, plus the possible addition of extra days. The deadline is extended for every day left in the filing season when the Soldier entered the CZ/QHDA. These provisions apply to spouses, certain civilians in the combat zone in support of the U.S. Armed Forces, such as Red Cross personnel, accredited correspondents, and civilian personnel acting under the U.S. Armed Forces direction. (b) IRC § 112 - Allows enlisted Soldiers and warrant officers (but not civilians) to exclude from gross income all compensation

received during the months spent in a CZ/QHDA. Commissioned officers can exclude up to the highest enlisted Soldier’s pay ($7,738.80) plus the hostile fire pay amount ($225.00) (for 2013 the maximum amount is

$7,963.80 per month). If a Soldier spends any part of a month in the CZ/QHDA, compensation for that entire month is excluded. The Soldier’s servicing finance office must be notified of service so that the Soldier’s W-2 accurately reflects excluded pay. (c) Other potential benefits are IRC § 2(a)(3) (special rule for “surviving spouse status” if MIA service member is later determined to be deceased); IRC §692 (death in a CZ results in

tax free wages); IRC §4253(d) (exempts from excise tax toll telephone calls originating from a CZ); and IRC §6013(f)(1) (allows surviving spouse to file a joint return if service member is MIA). Additional benefits may apply if a Soldier is hospitalized due to injury or disease occurring in the combat zone.

4.IRS Changes Affecting Activated/Deployed Reservists and Active Duty Soldiers

(a)CZ/QHDA/ “direct support” of CZ excluded income may be included to allow Earned Income Credit (EIC).

The IRS now allows the inclusion of excluded combat pay for purposes of determining a Soldier’s eligibility for and amount of EIC. (b) IR-2006-152 allows activated reservists to withdraw payments from their individual retirement accounts, 401(K) plans, and 403(b) tax-sheltered annuities without having to pay the early withdrawal penalty. (c) The Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (HERO) Act, signed into law on Memorial Day 2006, allows taxpayers to count tax-free combat pay for purposes of determining whether they qualify to contribute to a Roth or traditional IRA.

AUTHENTICATION: COL Richard W. Rousseau, SJA Initials: RWR DATE: 9 Jan 14

TSC Initiative Background

 TRICARE Service Centers began with TRICARE nearly 20 years ago.  Walk-in service is antiquated in the age of “fingertip” self service

 Few if any commercial health plans offer walk-in service

 All TSC walk-in services can be accomplished by mail, phone or online

 TSC Initiative to eliminate walk in service proposed in a Report to Congress dated June 27, 2013 as a business process reengineering initiative of the new Defense Health Agency (DHA)

 Result: Walk-in service no longer needed in U.S.

 Walk-in service ends as of April 1, 2014 in 50 U.S. states

 Overseas TSC walk-in service remains in place due to unique nature of

the overseas environment

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Kileen Learning Center: 254-634-0637

Belton Learning Center: 254-613-4334

Temple Learning Center: 254-773-6424

Waco Learning Center: 254-753-7337

Katie Martin

Program Manager - Operation: GoodJobs

Heart of Texas Goodwill Industries

kmartin@hotgoodwill.org

Fort Hood

Education Services

College Fair

When:

April 1, 2014 11am-7pm

April 2, 2014 9am-2pm

Where:

Fort Hood

Soldier Development Center

Bldg 33009

The event is open to all Active Duty Military, Military Family Members, Retirees and Fort Hood Civilians.

This is your opportunity to visit College Representatives from around the state and country.

Ｙ March 10 ﾱ 13, 2014

Ｙ Fort Hood American Red Cross Building 288, Battalion Ave. and 37th Street

Ｙ Future Babysitter age must be 11 ﾱ 18 years old

Ｙ Cost $100 (Military discount included in price)

Fort Hood American Red Cross

254-287-0400 forthood@redcross.org

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Fort Hood Community Information

Staff Updates

No updates provided

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC)

Customer Feedback: Please continue to use ICE for concerns as your ICE comments get to us immediately. We also request that you respond to online surveys or mail surveys that you get from The Surgeon General – called APLSS or Tricare/Humana for inpatient stay- called TRISS. We value your time in responding to those surveys as well, as they are tied to additional revenue for our facility if we perform to your satisfaction.

No Shows: Please call 288-8888 to cancel an appointment, ideally at the 48 hour mark, but also the day prior, instead of not showing without cancellation. By simply calling 288-8888 on time, this will allow us to open the appointment to another beneficiary and maximize access to care.

Dental Command (DENTAC)

No updates provided

Public Affairs Office (PAO)

Visit TXDot.gov to view current road conditions on US Highway 190

Staff Judge Advocate (SJA)

No updates provided

Directorate of Humane Resources (DHR)

No updates provided

Directorate of Logistics (DOL)

No updates provided

Network Enterprise Center (NEC)

No updates provided

Mission and Installation Contracting Command – Fort Hood (MICC-FH)

No updates provided

Directorate of Public Works (DPW)

Fort Hood Recycle

∙82.375 tons of recycled material was collected in December 2013 from the Fort Hood Housing areas. The average pounds per household material recycled was 27lbs. The goal is 36lbs. per household.

∙472.26 tons of trash was sent to the landfill in December 2013 from the Fort Hood Housing areas. The average pounds of household trash sent to the landfill was 151lbs. The goal is 100lbs or less per household.

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Staff Updates (Cont.)

Plans, Analysis and Integration Office (PAIO)

No updates provided

Directorate of Emergency Services (DES)

No updates provided

Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization & Security (DPTMS)

As units have been returning from deployments, they have been increasing the amount of time they have to conduct live fire training on Fort Hood’s ranges. For those who are not used to hearing the loud noises associated with this training, it can take some getting used to.

We will continue to provide advanced notice of any major training events through local media including the Fort Hood Sentinel, Facebook, etc.

This is just a quick reminder to hunters about the requirements to hunt in the training area. Hunters sometimes ask why a training area is closed to hunting when they don’t see any Soldiers in the area. Often times, Solders may be in the area but not readily visible. We conduct a weekly review of training areas each Friday to determine which areas can be released to Hunt Control. If a unit states they will not use a scheduled area, it is released for hunting.

The Hunt Control Center is located in the Sportsmen's Center Pro Shop. Hunt Control provides information on hunting and fishing requirements on Fort Hood and administers both gun and archery annual turkey and deer hunt programs. Hunt Control runs TeleTrac, the hunting area reservation telephone registry system.

Hunting Guidelines: There are five requirements to hunt on Fort Hood.

1.State License (Soldiers get free State "Super Combo" License with proof of 6 months Texas residency): Proof of residency for this license are: military service record indicating Texas is the person’s home of record or that the person’s duty station for the six months immediately prior to the time of application is in Texas. Available at Sportsmen's Center 254-532-4552.

2.Fort Hood Permit: Available at Sportsmen's Center, 254-532-4552.

3.Access Card: Available at Area Access Control in Sportsmen's Center Pro Shop 287-5847.

4.Firearm Registration: Register at the Provost Marshal's Office 287-4001, corner of 58th Street and Battalion Avenue, or at the Visitor’s Center at main gate. (All guns must be registered including black powder and muzzleloaders).

∙Do not bring personal firearms on post before registering them

∙You must declare firearms at gate after registered

∙All gates open to registered firearms access

5.Hunter Education Certificate

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Photo appointments are available for the upcoming promotion and separation boards Jan-Apr 2014. To ensure every Soldier receives an appointment for the upcoming boards, photo appointments are not available online. Soldiers must call, email or come to the Visual Information Center to schedule an appointment.

Due to limited staffing and appointment availability, it is imperative for Soldiers to be prepared for their DA photo appointment. The primary reasons for most photo reshoots is uniform errors (ribbon missing, incorrect number of clusters, starched uniform, etc.). Please have your uniform inspected by your chain of command to make sure you look your best for the photo.

The Exchange

Former Secretary of Defense Dr. Robert M Gates will be at the Clear Creek Main Store to sign his new book ‘Duty: Memoirs of a Secretary at War’, 23 Jan 14, from 1100-1300.

UFC 169 Watch Party, 1 Feb 14, Doors open at 1930, Backbone Lounge, Bldg 194 37th Street

∙Faber vs. Barao in World Bantamweight Championship Bout

∙$5 cover

∙Open to all 18 years and older

∙14 flat Panel TVs

∙Various snack foods and drinks available for purchase

∙For more information, call 254-532-5073

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Fort Hood Community Information

∙Effective January 1, 2014, SGTs and above can apply directly to AER for assistance. After conducting a world-wide assessment in 2013, and consulting with Army leadership, Army Emergency Relief decided to implement the change. Previous policy only allowed SFC and above the direct access. For more information, contact AER at 254-288-6330.

∙The MG James Ursano Scholarship awarded 3469 scholarships to the children of Soldiers in 2013? The program, named for a former AER Director who was an advocate for education, can provide scholarships for up to four years. The application period runs from January 1st, with a May 1st deadline. The applications can be completed “on-line,” stream-lining the process. The Children of Active Duty and Retired Soldiers are eligible for the Ursano Scholarship. For more information visit http://www.aerhq.org/dnn563/Scholarships.aspx

Resilience Training - It's more than you know...

∙Focus on Soldiers and Families is important, but focusing on the caregivers and supporters is equally important.

∙Open to DA Civilians - encourage your personnel to at least investigate it

∙Challenge yourself to attend and then form an opinion

∙Resilience Academy, every Thursday, 23 Jan – 20 Feb 2014, 0830-1430, Lane Volunteer Center Call 254-288-2794 for more information.

Military Saves Week, 24 Feb – 2 Mar 2014

Military Saves is a year-long effort, Military Saves Week is a dedicated time for the military community to come together to emphasize the importance of saving to troops and Families and encourage them to take action by having 100% of their Soldiers Take the Savers Pledge. www.militarysaves.org

The campaign also offers leadership the opportunity to work alongside their Battalion Command Financial Specialists (CFS) to create a culture of saving and financial readiness.

Blended Families Workshop

Are you a Blended Family? If you have asked yourself...

∙Blended Families don't always work like biological Families - but how DO they work?

∙How will divorce and remarriage affect our Family?

∙What roles will each Family member have?

∙How will our new Family handle time, travel, money, and other relationships?

∙How can our blended Family avoid common challenges and work toward success?

Join other Step Families/Blended Families at this quarterly workshop. This workshop is in three 2-hour sessions held in the Oveta Culp Soldier & Family Readiness Center, Bldg 18000 Battalion Avenue.

∙Next session 3, 10, and 24 Feb 14, 0930-1100

∙Call 254-287-5066 to sign up.

Check out the monthly ACS Calendar of Events, www.hoodmwr.com/acs/iro_calendar.html and Family & MWR’s calendar www.hoodmwr.com/calendar.html for more Life Skills trainings.

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Fort Hood Community Information

Agency Updates as of 17 Jan 14 (Cont.)

Casey Memorial Library

Paws for Reading - The library has a new program called Paws for Reading. Reading to a dog makes reading aloud less intimidating, so it is great for children who are struggling with reading and beginning readers. Come to the library circulation desk and register your child for a 15 minute session with a reading therapy dog.

Library Winter Olympics - From February 3 - February 28, the library will hold a Library Olympics Challenge to celebrate the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. Adults, teens, and children can pick up a packet with Olympics puzzles and challenges. Turn the packet into the circulation desk by Feb. 28 and receive a prize.

Preschool Story times are on Fridays from 1000-1100 in Room 156 in the library annex. Join us for stories, songs, and crafts.

Make and Take Craft - Thursday, February 20 anytime between 1700-1900 in the children's room. Nature Saturday - Saturday, February 22 anytime between 1000-1400 in the children's room.

Central Texas College

Central Texas College Spring 2014 registration now open to Active duty, Veterans, and Civilians.

∙Fort Hood Campus classes begin January 27.

∙Distance Learning classes begin February 10.

∙For information, call 254-526-1917, visit CTC Fort Hood building 3201 or log onto http://www.ctcd.edu/forthood/ft_hood.htm.

Upcoming events: 11 Feb 14, Love Notes (poetry readings and music of romantic nature). For more information, call 254-287-8126.

In 2014, CYSS SKIESUNLIMITED classes will offer some new classes, such as:

∙CYSitters (Babysitter Certification Course

∙American Red Cross CPR Training (full and refresher courses)

∙American Red Cross First Aid Training 7th Grade and up

∙American Red Cross FACT (First Aid for Children Today)

∙American Red Cross BAT (Basic Aid Training)

∙Parent/Toddler and Preschool Tumbling

∙Parent/Toddler and Preschool 'Tiny Tikes Creative Dance'

∙Parent/Toddler 'Lil Explorers'

∙Storybook Theater

∙Golf

Walker School Age Care will host a "Western Round Up" Spring Break Camp

March 10th-14th, 0530-1800. Children will participate in field trips, arts & crafts, and amazing Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) activities. Registration starts February 17 at Parent Central Services, The Rivers Building, Bldg 121 761st Tank Battalion Avenue.

Bronco YC and Comanche YC Spring Break Camps will be March 10th-14th, 2014, 0700 - 1300. Afterwards, the youth centers will remain open offering youth activities from

1300 - 2000. Youth will participate in field trips, cooking, sports and much more!

Youth Sports and Fitness Spring Registration begins January 27th. Sports include soccer, baseball, and tennis.

High Chaparral Youth Center will be CLOSED for approximately 30 days starting 13 Jan 14 to renovate the floors. During this 30 day period High Chaparral will be combining at Bronco Youth Center.

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Agency Updates as of 17 Jan 14 (Cont.)

Fort Hood Area Military Family Member Scholarship Fund (FHAMFMSF)

Forthoodamfmsf@gmail.com

Eligibility requirements for both High School Applicants and Spouse Applicants can be found at www.fhamfmsf.com and on Facebook

Completed applications must be post-marked by 5 Mar 14.

For more information email forthoodamfmsf@gmail.com or phone 254-286-2334 to leave a message with your name, phone number and a brief statement. (Message line only) Your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Fort Hood American Red Cross has moved to a new location, Bldg 288, 37th Street and Battalion Avenue

Babysitters Boot Camp, 10-13 Mar 14,

∙Cost: $100.00 (Military discount included in the price)

∙Future Babysitter must be 11-18 years of age

Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC)

Tell Me a Story Event

“Mercedes and the Chocolate Pilot” by Margot Theis Raven

∙A true story of the Berlin Airlift and the candy that dropped from the sky.

∙25 Feb 14, 1800, III Corps Headquarters

∙Admission is FREE but space is limited

∙Please reserve your space by emailing PtoP.Hood@militaryChild.org include first and last names of all attendees as well as total number of adults and children in your group.

∙Guest Reader: Pilots from 3d Air Support Operations Group (3ASOG)

Operation Homefront

Operation Homefront provides emergency financial and other assistance to Families of our service members and Wounded Warriors.

Please “like” Operation Homefront Texas on Facebook for information on all our upcoming events. They are always announced there first.

Your Operation Homefront Community Liaison for Fort Hood Area is Tracy Curran. Should you have any

questions or need assistance, please email tracy.curran@operationhomefront.net.

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Agency Updates as of 17 Jan 14 (Cont.)

Volunteers make the difference everyday in the lives of our Soldiers and their Families

Active duty Soldier join the USO Fort Hood and serve your peers and earn your Volunteer Service Ribbon.

∙Earn promotion points, give back to the community and lead by example

∙Available Volunteer Opportunities for Active Duty Volunteers

OCenter Representative - work the USO Reception Desk, chick in guests, issue computers, games, movies or work the snack bar.

OSpecial Events: Movies on the Lawn, Family Game Night – assist in loading program materials in USO vehicles, offloading, setting up event, assisting Families, serving snacks/dinner and assisting in tear down, clean up and returning materials to the USO

OVisit www.usovolunteer.org to register today

USO Fort Hood Volunteers represent a wide variety of caring individuals including students, working professionals, stay at home parents, Retirees, and Military Spouses and Families.

∙Center Representatives

∙Story Time Early Literacy Workshop

∙Power Hour Lunch

∙Family Game Night Unplugged

∙Movies on the Lawn

∙Welcome Home Ceremonies

∙Special Events

∙United Through Reading Program

For additions and/or corrections please contact:

Mary Fitzgibbon, Army Community Service, Information & Referral, at 254-553-1593 or

usarmy.hood.imcom-fmwrc.list.community-services-council@mail.mil

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Fort Hood Family and MWR

Community Services Council (CSC)

January - February 2014

As a special service, Hood Happenings magazine is delivered with the Fort Hood Sentinel newspaper on the second Thursday of each month to Fort Hood residents.

Want more Fort Hood Family and MWR content and information?

∙Peruse the official website for Fort Hood Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. Family and MWR encompasses Army Community Service (ACS); Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS); recreation; special events and much more! HoodMWR.com

∙“Like" us on Facebook to get event and program information, pictures from events, videos, exclusive giveaways and all of your questions answered! Facebook.com/FortHoodFMWR

∙Fort Hood Family and MWR is on Pinterest, the vastly popular pinboard-style photo-sharing site. Follow us on Pinterest for unique theme-based image collections and information on events, interests, activities, programs, hobbies and more! Pinterest.com/FortHoodFMWR

∙Would you like Fort Hood Family and MWR information, news, events, facilities, maps, publications, programs, services and more, designed for access on your mobile device? Well, we have a free app for that! Search "Fort Hood MWR Time" in Apple’s App Store or iTunes to download this great resource right to your device. iTunes.com/Apps/FortHoodMWRTIME

∙Subscribe to Hood Highlights, the Fort Hood Family and MWR newsletter. Fort Hood Family and MWR gathers and consolidates all available information, designs for optimized reading and enjoyment, packages in a user-friendly PDF and emails the newsletter to subscribers each week.

∙As a special service offered by Fort Hood Family and MWR, subscription to the newsletter is completely free of charge and is available to all. To sign up for Hood Highlights, please email monty.campbell@us.army.mil.

Now - February 28 - Unlimited Golf

∙Drive on out to the Courses of Clear Creek to take advantage of Unlimited Golf

∙Now through February 28, Monday – Friday, unlimited golf from noon until dusk

∙Unlimited golf with cart for $20 - $24 (based on rank)

∙Excluding weekends and federal/training holidays

∙The Courses of Clear Creek is open to all and located on Battalion Avenue at Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381

∙For more information, call 254-287-4130

February 1 - UFC 169 Watch Party

∙Faber vs. Barao in World Bantamweight Championship Bout

∙$5 cover

∙Open to all 18 years and older

∙Doors open at 7:30 pm

∙14 flat Panel TVs

∙Various snack foods and drinks available for purchase

∙Backbone Lounge, 37th Street, Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg. 194

∙For more information, call 254-532-5073

February 2 - Super Bowl XLVIII Watch Party

∙Catch the biggest football game of the year at Backbone Lounge

∙Doors open at 4 pm, and event is free and open to everyone ages 18 or older

∙Games and prizes with participants having a chance to win an iPad 2, throughout the night

∙Backbone Lounge offers 14 flat panel 42” TV screens for you to watch the game

∙Free bar snacks and other food and drinks available for purchase

∙For more information, call 254-532-5073

February 6 - Hood Howdy

∙Hood Howdy Newcomers Information and Mini Career Fair

∙A Family-friendly event, full of information to get to know your new hometown and neighbors – Chambers of Commerce, over 100 area businesses and agencies, door prizes and refreshments.

∙Stop by the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation room for your chance to win an iPad mini Wi-Fi 16GB! Also, check out the mini job fair and other activities occurring throughout the day.

∙Free and open to the public.

∙10 am – 2 pm

∙Club Hood, 24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard, Bldg. 5764

∙Brought to you by Family and MWR and the Army Community Service Relocation Readiness Branch. For program information, call 254-287-4471

February 8 – Winter Classic Four-Person Scramble

∙9 am shotgun start

∙8 – 8:45 am registration

∙$50 per participant, mulligans and lunch included

∙Open to all

∙The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue at Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381)

∙For more information, call 254-287-4130

February 14 - Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

∙Keith & Margo’s Murder Mystery Texas: A young woman and her husband are trapped in a web of deceit, Family duty and code of silence. Can love survive a night of vengeance and murderous payback? Come match wits with the detective in a Valentine’s Day massacre you’ll never forget!

∙6 pm cocktails and 7 pm dinner/show

∙$39.95 per person (includes salad, dinner, dessert and show).

∙Open to all, ages 18 years of age and older

∙Club Hood (24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard, Bldg. 5764 )

∙For information and reservations, call Club Hood at 254-532-5073

February 21 – Phantom Warrior Scramble

∙10:30 – 11:45 am on-site registration

∙12 pm shotgun start

∙$35 per person with optional mulligan for an additional $5 per person

∙Teams must consist of three players from the same division, directorate, battalion, brigade, company or branch

∙Additional player may be whomever the team desires

∙Open to all

∙The Courses of Clear Creek (Battalion Avenue at Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 52381)

∙For more information, call 254-287-4130

March 1 – NAF Vehicle Auction

∙Going once…going twice…sold!

∙$1 registration fee includes bidder card and auction listing

∙Registration and preview cars at LZ Phantom Storage, Clarke Road, Feb. 24-28 from 8 am – 4:30 pm

∙Approximately 100 abandoned and NAF vehicles will be auctioned to the highest bidder. Winning bids are legally binding and they must be paid on the day of the auction.

∙Open to the public

∙As is, where is, no warranty – ALL sales are final

∙Payments must be made on day of auction

∙For more information, call 254-287-5865

BLORA Marina

∙Relocation of boats from the BLORA Marina and offering complete boat rental operations at Recreation Equipment Checkout (REC), and the rental of kayaks and boat slips at the BLORA Admin Office

∙Patrons may call 254-287-4126 or come to Recreation Equipment Checkout, Bldg. 4930 on Clear Creek Road, across from the Clear Creek PX to obtain more information on rental opportunities

BLORA Paintball Course

∙Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area Paintball Course is available for use!

∙Open: Sat. & Sun. and some holidays 10 am - 6 pm

∙Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day

∙Four new fields - Dual it out at the old Sparta Western town and capture the Indian Chief at Camp Cove, take the Labyrinth Bridge, get lost in the urban sprawl of Urban Warfare or get an adrenaline rush on the Speedball course

∙$25 per person with personal gun, hopper & facemask, includes 500 rounds of paint, all day air or CO2

∙$30 per person cost for gun, facemask & hopper rental + 500 rounds, includes all day air or C02

∙Group rates available

∙Open to the public

∙Participants must be at least 10 years of age (with guardian signature)

∙For additional information, call 254-287-2523

BLORA Trail Rides

∙Horse Rides - $20 per person, per hour

Pony Rides - $5 per 20-minute session (11 years of age or under)

∙Open Wednesday - Sunday*

∙Open to the public

∙PLEASE NOTE: Each Sunday BLORA Ranch does not open until 3 pm

∙Advanced reservations are requested and can be made at 254-287-2523

BLORA Mountain Bike Trails

∙The BLORA Mountain Bike Trails are for any level of rider, ranging from novice to experienced

∙Bring your own bike and helmet or rent one of ours

∙Riders under the age of 18 require adult supervision

∙Mountain Bike Trails are located off Cottage Road

∙Authorized Family and MWR patrons - FREE

∙General Public - $3

∙Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road (Sparta Road) approximately 10 miles from East Range Road (access to the park is also possible from FM 439 and Sparta Road)

∙After enjoying the BLORA Mountain Bike Trails, do not forget to clear the trail head by heading over to the registration office or by calling 254-287-2523

BLORA Archery Range

∙32 Archery shooting stations located throughout natural terrain

∙Bring your own bow

∙Field points only

∙Shooters under the age of 16 require adult supervision

∙Designed to accommodate 3D archery shooters

∙Authorized Family and MWR users - FREE

∙General Public - $3

∙Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road (Sparta Road) approximately 10 miles from East Range Road (access to the park is also possible from FM 439 and Sparta Road)

∙After enjoying the BLORA Archery Range, do not forget to clear the range by heading over to the registration office or by calling 254-287-2523

Preschool Story Time at Casey Memorial Library

∙Come out and enjoy a great story

∙Fridays 10 - 11 am and second Saturday of each month from 10 - 11 am

∙Casey Memorial Library, Bldg. 3202, 72nd Street and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue

∙For additional information, call 254-287-2716

Thursday Music Mix

∙Every Thursday at Backbone NCO Lounge, from 3 - 8 pm

∙Pool, shuffle board, finger foods, drinks, covered patio decks, indoor/outdoor TV’s

∙Live DJ playing Country and Western, Top 40, Karaoke, Oldies, R and B, Rap, Merengue, Salsa, Tejano, Blues and more!

∙Free and open to all 18 years of age and older

∙Located inside Phantom Warrior Center, 37th Street, Bldg. 194

∙For more information, call 254-532-5073

Community Events and Bingo Center

∙Cash prizes!

∙Over $3,700 paid out daily

∙One jackpot starts at $10,000, another at $3,000 and another starts with a percent of the first days play

∙Special games offered throughout the year

∙Progressive game numbers go up weekly

∙Computer handsets available

∙Monitors display the last ball called

∙Private party and function rooms available

∙Tuesday – Saturday, doors open at 5 pm, Bingo from 6:30 - 9 pm

∙Sunday, doors open at 12 pm, Bingo from 1:30 - 4 pm

∙Clear Creek Road, Bldg 50012, behind AAFES gas station

∙For More information, call 254-532-9253 or 254-532-9263

Room Rentals

∙Not only is Club Hood steeped in military tradition, its size and versatile space can be tailored to meet event needs perfectly

∙Featuring complete audiovisual capabilities, the facility, the staff, the services and the equipment to make each event a success

∙For a more casual gathering, Legends Pub is available and offers a great new outdoor patio with flat screen TVs and comfortable seating

∙For more information, call 254-287-5215

Club Hood Catering

∙Professionally trained catering staff brings many years of experience to the table and stands ready to assist with all your catering needs, as well as offer suggestions about room rental accommodations and decorations

∙Kitchen-prepared cuisine prepared to please all palates

∙Customizable menu and decorating packages to fit your particular needs and budget

∙Our goal is to continually explore new ways to enhance the appeal and patronage of our food and beverage venues.

∙To learn of the possibilities, give us a call at 254-532-5329

∙Catering office open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm

∙Club Hood is located at Bldg. 5764, 24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard

Chili’s Grill and Bar

∙Serves all of your favorites, such as burgers, steaks, fajitas, quesadillas and more

∙The restaurant offers a Family-friendly atmosphere, as well as a “Fast and Easy” take-out option

∙Chili’s Grill and Bar is located at the corner of T.J. Mills Boulevard and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue

∙Chili’s is open every day from 10:30 am - 10 pm

∙For more information, call 254-526-7271

Java Café

∙Java Café proudly serves Starbucks® products, muffins, sweet treats, warm beverages and chilled refreshments

∙Let is treat you on your birthday - simply present a valid ID on your birthday and receive a free beverage, valued up to $3

∙The convenient drive-through facility also boasts a charming outdoor seating area as well as a walk-up service window

∙Java Café is located at the Rivers Building parking lot, on the corner of T.J. Mills Boulevard and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue

∙Open Monday – Friday, from 7 am – 2 pm

∙For additional information, please call 254-287-2129

Backbone Lounge

∙Located inside of the Phantom Warrior Center

∙Free and open to Non-Commissioned Officers, Corporals or higher and their guests and the civilian community 18 years of age and older

∙14 flat panel 42” TVs for your viewing pleasure

∙Open Thursdays, 3 - 8 pm and Fridays, 4:30 - 9 pm

∙Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg. 194, 37th Street

∙For more information, call 254-532-5073

Legends Pub

∙Offers Officers, civilians and their guests a place to relax and enjoy camaraderie

∙No membership required and the facility is complete with bar service, new patio decks and outdoor TV’s

∙Open Thursday, 3 - 8 pm and Friday, 4:30 - 9 pm

∙Located at 24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard, next to Club Hood

∙For more information, call 254-287-5215

Phantom Warrior Lanes

∙Phantom Warrior Lanes is truly a “Great Place”, providing Fort Hood with an amazing facility to partake in fun, food and games for more than 10 years

∙The state-of-the-art facility boasts 48 lanes, 42” flat screen automatic scoring displays and automated pop-up bumpers

∙Reoccurring games, specials, events, special event accommodations and league bowling

∙Full service Pro Shop and Strike Zone snack bar

∙Two rooms filled with arcade machines, in addition to billiards, Wi-Fi and iBingo

∙Open to all DoD ID-card holders and their guests

∙Phantom Warrior Lanes is located on Clear Creek Road at Santa Fe Avenue, Bldg. 49010

∙For more information, call 254-287-3424

The Courses of Clear Creek

∙Did you know that E-1 through E-5 receive a discounted rate at the Courses of Clear Creek?

∙Four sets of golfer-friendly tees, for all playing categories and player abilities

∙Large driving range, practice greens and enhanced short-game area

∙Club and cart rentals

∙Lessons with golf professionals

∙Come stop by the Courses of Clear Creek Snack Bar

∙Lunch is served daily from 10 am to 2 pm and is open on weekends, holidays and training holidays from 6 am to 4 pm.

∙Merchandised pro-shop

∙The Courses of Clear Creek, located on Battalion Avenue west of Clear Creek Road

∙For more information, call 254-287-4130 or stop by

Sportsmen's Center

∙The Sportsmen's Center encourages and furthers the interest in hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreation activities

∙The facility is devoted to the conservation and presentation of wildlife, their habitats and environment, the sports of hunting, fishing and archery and recreational skeet, trap or other target shooting

∙The club offers a gathering place for outdoor enthusiasts, complete with snack bar, pro shop, hunt control office and skeet range

∙The Sportsmen's Center also consists of a playground, picnic areas and event space

∙The facility is open to all and located on Rod and Gun Club Loop, 53rd Street and Murphy Road, Bldg. 1937

∙For more information, call 254-532-4552 or 254-287-5847

Outdoor Recreation Permits

∙All patrons engaging in authorized outdoor recreational activities in Fort Hood training areas must obtain a Fort Hood Permit prior to patronage

∙Authorized outdoor recreational activities include but are not limited to: hunting, fishing, hiking, biking, bird watching, designated ATV Area and horseback riding

∙For a complete list of authorized activities and requirements, please contact the Sportsmen's Center located in Bldg. 1937 at Rod and Gun Club Loop off Murphy Road, 254-532-4552

∙In addition, customers utilizing Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area (BLORA) horseback riding and mountain biking are required to check-in at BLORA’s Admin Office prior

∙BLORA is located on North Nolan Road; BLORA’s Admin Office is located just beyond the park entrance

∙For more information, call 254-287-2523

Recreation Equipment Checkout

∙Come in and check out our original entertainment items for your next party

∙16’ flat-bottom boat with 25 hp motor and trailer

∙Toddler inflatable - Jungle Fun

∙One-on-One Touchdown (Bungee-type of inflatable)

∙Campers/Boats

∙Cyber Spin

∙Recreation Equipment Checkout, Clear Creek Road, Bldg. 4930

∙For more information, call 254-287-4126

Sprocket Auto Crafts Center

∙Basic vehicle maintenance class the second Saturday of each month, $8 fee

∙Self auto repair, oil repair

∙Texas state inspections

∙Wednesday - Friday, 9 am - 8 pm,

∙Saturday - Sunday, 9 am - 4:30 pm

∙Participants must be authorized Family and MWR users

∙Sprocket Auto Crafts, Bldg. 9138 at 20th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙For more information, call 254-287-2725

Apache Arts & Crafts Center

∙Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm; Closed Sunday, Monday and Holidays

∙Multiple classes from wheel throwing to framing to jewelry

∙Screen printing press for all of your unit or FRG shirt needs

∙Framing and plaque department

∙Embroidery department for guidons, ball caps and more

∙Ceramic department for gifts, home décor and more

∙Amazing discounts

∙Wood shop is closed for repairs. Estimated re-opening date is January 2014.

∙Soldiers’ Resiliency Art Room

∙For more information about these classes and more, call 254-287-0343

Apache Arts & Crafts Center - Resiliency Art Room

∙Art is a form of free expression and can be therapeutic

∙The Resiliency Art Room is a special place, located at Apache Arts and Crafts, free of charge and open to ACTIVE DUTY SOLDIERS ONLY

∙The Resiliency Art Room offers a quiet area with all the art materials (pens, pencils, markers, paints, chalks, clays, beads, feathers, buttons, yarns, thread and all types of paper) for Soldiers to create whatever comes to mind

∙There will be no instructors, no set projects to make and no interference from anyone, just a quiet room to sit and relax and/or create

∙Soldiers may take their work with them or leave it at the center to be displayed and provide inspiration for others that use the facility

∙Soldiers will be asked sign in at the Apache Arts and Crafts sales store prior to utilizing the Art Room

∙The Resiliency Art Room is open Tuesday - Friday from 10 am - 5 pm

∙Apache Arts and Crafts, Bldg. 2337, corner of 62nd Street and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue

∙For more information, call 254-287-0343

Leisure Travel Services

∙Discounted trips, tickets and savings at your fingertips!

∙The Military Ticket Voucher program offers savings at various hotels

∙Visit LTS to make your reservations

∙Amusement park passes and tickets

∙Tickets for museums, concerts, Disney World, destination travel and much more

∙Great day trips coordinated for you

∙761st Tank Battalion Avenue, Bldg. 136, next to Military Clothing Sales

∙Check out our ticket prices, available at HoodMWR.com/LTS

∙For more information, call 254-287-7310

Abrams Physical Fitness Center (CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS)

∙Bldg. 23001, 62nd Street and Support Avenue

∙For more information, call 254-287-2016

Burba Physical Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 9301, 19th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm

∙Saturday and Sunday, 8 am - 5 pm

∙Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm

∙Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

∙Cardio/ Strength Fitness Center

∙For more information, call 254-287-8298

Harvey Functional Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 31006, 73rd Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm

∙Saturday and Sunday, 8 am - 5 pm

∙Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm

∙Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

∙For more information, call 254-287-0195

West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 90007, Clarke Road

∙Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm

∙Saturday and Sunday, 8 am - 5 pm

∙Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm

∙Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

∙Multi-Purpose Fitness Center

∙For more information, call 254-553-2010

Kieschnick Physical Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 39008, 72nd Street and Support Avenue

∙Monday - Friday, 6 am - 8 pm

∙Saturday and Sunday, Closed

∙Training Holidays, Closed

∙Combatives Fitness Center

∙For more information, call 254-287-5493

Applied Functional Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 12018, 33rd Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙Monday - Friday, 5 am - 8 pm

∙Saturday, 10 am - 2 pm

∙Sundays and Holidays, Closed

∙Training Holidays: 10 am - 2 pm

∙Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

∙For more information, call 254-287-5586

North Fort Hood Physical Fitness and Recreation Center

∙12th Street, Bldg. 56480

∙Monday - Sunday, 8:30 am - 10 pm

∙Strength Training/Cardio

∙For more information, call 254-288-0111

Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 12018, 33rd Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm

∙Saturday and Sunday, Closed

∙Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm

∙Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

∙Cardio/Strength Fitness Center

∙For more information, call 254-287-0194

Iron Horse Physical Fitness Center (CLOSED FOR USE AS A SRP SITE)

∙Bldg. 37017, 77th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙For more information, call 254-287-4380

Starker Functional Fitness Center

∙Bldg. 87010, 16th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

∙Monday - Friday, 5 am - 9 pm

∙Saturday and Sunday, Closed

∙Training Holidays, 8 am - 7 pm

∙Closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

∙For more information, call 254-287-9639

Aerobics and Skating Center - Aerobics

∙Classes include Step, Cardio Kickboxing, Hi/Lo Cardio, Gliding, Piloga, Zumba or 20/20/20

∙The cost is $25 per month or $3 per session

∙Swing Out Dance Class - $20 per month or $6 per class, Tuesdays 7 pm (Ages 18 years old and older)

∙The Aerobics and Skate Center, Bldg. 324 is located on 37th Street

∙For more information, call 254-287-5623

Health Promotions Aerobics and Skating Center - Skating

∙Friday Open Skate 5 pm - 12 am, $5 per person

∙Saturday Open Skate, 1 - 5 pm, $5 per person

∙Rental - $225 for three hours

∙Party rooms for birthdays, meetings or Family gatherings

∙Located on 37th Street, Bldg. 324

∙For more information, call 254-287-5623

Yoga Classes

∙Yoga: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 11:45 am - 12:45 pm and 5:30 - 6:30 pm

∙Beginners’ Yoga: Thursdays, 11:45 am - 12:45 pm

∙Postnatal Yoga: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 7:30 – 8:30 am

∙Classes subject to change

∙Applied Fitness Center, Bldg. 12018, 33rd Street at Old Ironsides Avenue

∙For more information, call 254-287-5586

Zumba Classes

∙Join in on the latest fitness craze sweeping the nation

∙Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:45 am - 12:45 pm at Abrams Physical Fitness Center

∙Tuesday and Thursday from 1 - 2 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Applied Fitness Center

∙Wednesday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Center

∙Wednesday, 6 - 7 pm, West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Center

∙This class is free and open to Family and MWR authorized users

∙Classes subject to change

∙For more information, call 254-285-5459

Spin Classes

∙Spin your way to fitness with free spin classes

∙Daily from 12 – 1 pm

∙Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 - 9 am

∙Monday - Thursday from 5:30 - 6:30 pm

∙Classes subject to change

∙Abrams Physical Fitness Center, 62nd Street and Support Avenue, Bldg. 23001

∙For more information, call 254-287-5459

SKIESUnlimited Academy Instructors Needed

∙Want to share your special skills or experience with children and youth?

∙Want to earn extra money?

∙SKIESUnlimited Academy is seeking quality instructors for all of its 4 schools: The School of Arts (Music, Theatre, etc.), School of Sports (Karate, Gymnastic, etc.), School of Life Skills (Sewing, Cooking, etc.), and School of Academic Skills (Tutoring)

∙For more information please call the SKIESUnlimited Academy office at 254-287-4592

Youth Hired! Apprenticeship Program

∙Don’t just get a job - lay the foundation for a career

∙Real world career experience at numerous facilities across Fort Hood

∙12-week apprenticeships with a paid stipend

∙Fun, interactive college and career prep workshops

∙Open to youth ages 15 -18 registered with Child, Youth and School Services

∙Call 254-553-3995 to apply

the edge Program

∙the edge: Experience, Develop, Grow and Excel

∙Cutting-edge art, life, fitness and adventure packages

∙Culinary arts, fashion design, video production, rock climbing and much more

∙Open to 1st - 12th grade youth registered with Child, Youth and School Services

∙Free for youth in 6th - 12th grade

∙Nominal fee for 1st - 5th graders

∙Call 254-553-3995 for package schedule and more information

Strong Beginnings Program

∙For children that turn 4-years-old on/about September 1

∙Focuses on development of school readiness skills

∙Daily math and writing activities

∙Weekly SKIESUnlimited Academy instructional classes

∙Yearly progress tracked

∙For more information, call 254-288-3865

School Age Services

∙Open to kids K - 5th grades

∙Before Care, After Care and Before/After Care

∙Full-day programs when school is out (except Federal Holidays)

∙Winter/spring/summer camps

∙Occasional care

∙Open Recreation - Sports, fitness and health, arts, recreation and leisure, life skills, citizenship, leadership and mentoring, education and support services

∙Specialty Programs - Project Learn, Character Counts, 4-H Creative Creations, Triple Play, Better Living for Texans and Kids in the Kitchen

∙All sites accredited by the National Afterschool Association (Clarke/Oveta Culp Hobby, Clear Creek, Duncan, Montague, Venable Village and Walker-Meadows)

∙All children must be registered with CYSS

∙To register or make an appointment, call the Central Enrollment Registry Office at 254-287-8029, or to stop by their office, located in Bldg. 283 on Battalion Avenue

∙For more information, call 254-287-7950

Family Child Care

∙Flexible hours, personal attention, low child-to-adult ratio, in a Family setting

∙Ages four weeks - 12 years old

∙Family Child Care: Army certified homes on/off-post; Background clearance and caregiver training; Independent contractors - set own hours and fees; Subsidy program for fee categories I and II; Full and part day care, before and after school, hourly care, extended hours and long term care available

∙All Children must be registered with CYSS to use Family Child Care

∙To register or make an appointment, call the Central Enrollment Registry at 254-287-8029, or to stop by their office, located in Bldg. 283 on Battalion Avenue

∙Available to military, department of the army civilians and contractor staff children; retirees’ children - on space availability

∙For more information or to enroll, call 254-287-5448

Parent Advisory Council Community Representatives

∙Monthly forum: learn info, share info, address concerns

∙Second Tuesday of each month, 1:30 pm, Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier and Family Readiness Center

∙Couple of hours a month

∙Share information to raise and discuss child/youth/education related issues of interest and concern to Families

∙Looking for reps across the demographics, especially for Soldiers, singles and dual military

∙Open to all Fort Hood Active Duty Soldiers, Airmen, Reservists and Families, National Guard Soldiers, Department of the Army Civilians, Contract Staff and Gold Star Family Members

∙Call 254-288-0290 or email peggy.c.stamper.civ@mail.mil

Parent Participation Program

∙Parent participation is highly encouraged in all CYSS programs, as Families are an integral part of CYSS success and a key component in overall program quality

∙The goal of the new, Army-wide CYSS Parent Participation Program is to ensure consistency across all CYSS by: cataloging meaningful participation opportunities, standardizing the point system based on participation opportunities, standardizing the points required for fee reductions and standardizing the process to apply fee reduction to monthly payments

∙The established common criteria should ensure that Families understand that their participation is valued and needed and truly contributes enhancing the sense of community

∙Parents may earn a fee reduction for volunteering a minimum of 10 hours generally in their child’s program or on behalf of CYSS

∙Participation Points may be accumulated from month to month until the Parent earns 10 points, to receive a 10% reduction on one month’s fee for one child

∙If a parent has earned 20 points, then the 10% fee reduction may be applied for one child over a 2-month period or used for two separate children during the same month

∙For more information, call 254-288-3139

Military Extension Internship Program

∙Designed for college students and recent college graduates, this program provides a unique opportunity to gain practical work experience in child development plus school-age and youth programs

∙Interns will live and work on military installations around the globe for 10 weeks to 6 months

∙The range of experience is broad, including working directly with children and youth, implementing programs that address their needs and learning to manage child and youth centers

∙Check out all of the opportunities at www.ydae.purdue.edu/military

∙The Department of Defense provides high-quality, accredited childcare and school-age/teen programs at all of their facilities

∙Interns also have the support of the U.S. Cooperative Extension System and its 4-H Youth Development Program

∙4-H focuses on building better citizens and promotes understanding of social issues and how they can be addressed to strengthen communities

∙Cooperative Extension features strong networks and connections in the communities where you’ll work as well as faculty and staff with specific expertise in childcare and youth development

∙The most qualified applicants will: have completed at least two years of college by the start of their internship; have a GPA of at least 2.75; have an educational background in child or youth development, education, Family science, or a related field; be able to pass a National Agency background (security) check; exhibit maturity and good judgment; and enjoy working with children, youth and their Families

∙Applications from undergraduates, graduate students, recent graduates and students are welcome as well

∙At a minimum, interns will receive an hourly wage or a living stipend

∙Interns will also be treated to an orientation conference before the start of internships, which provides a great chance to meet other interns and begin to learn about military children, youth and Families

∙Although any tuition or fees required by your institution will be the intern’s personal responsibility, alternative arrangements with the program and university may be available to ensure an applicant’s experience qualifies for academic credit

∙Applicants must be sure to provide the specific internship credit requirements for their program of choice

∙Consider some of the options: Child and Youth Training Specialist, School Liaison Officer and Child and Youth Facilities Center Director

∙Application and recommendation forms, as well as deadlines for upcoming sessions are available online at www.ydae.purdue.edu/military

∙Direct further questions to Jessica Wandless, Military Extension Internship Program Coordinator at 765-496-7716 or jwandles@purdue.edu

FREE SAT/ACT Test Prep Software for Military and Dependents

∙eKnowledge Corporation and a handful of patriotic NFL players have donated more than 100,000 SAT/ACT test prep software programs normally priced at $200, FREE to military Families worldwide

∙Military Families and veterans are eligible

∙Visit www.eknowledge.com/FHS to obtain your FREE software

Army Community Service Outreach Services

∙Welcome Packets

∙Lending Closet

∙Hood Howdy

∙Army Emergency Relief

∙Command Financial Specialist

∙Consumer Pre-purchasing

∙Credit Report Reviews/Scores

∙Military Spouse Program

∙Mobile Information Station

∙Home Visits

∙Play Mornings

∙Infant Massage

∙Resilience Training

∙International Spouse Program

∙Boot Camp for Dads

∙Single Soldier Support Group

∙Relationship Enrichment Program

∙EFMP Orientation

∙EFMP Support Group

∙Sea Dragons Swim Program

∙Army Family Team Building

∙Army Volunteer Program

∙Army Family Action Plan

∙Job Search Network

∙Career Exploration Seminar

∙Outreach Services Office

∙For more information, call 254-287-4ACS

Army Community Service Reoccurring Events

∙Monday

First Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm

254-553-4698 PCS on the Go 1 - 1:30 pm

254-287-4471

∙Tuesday

Newcomers’ Employment Training Workshop (NETWORK) 8:15 - 9:30 am

254-286-6684

Application and Resume Development 9:30 - 11:45 am

254-286-6684

First-Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm

254-553-4698 Parenting Skills 3:30 - 4:30 pm 254-618-7443

∙Wednesday

Explore Learning and Play 9:30 - 10:30 am 254-287-2286

Advanced Resume/Resumix Writing 12:45 -1:45 pm

254-286-6684 Stress Management 3:15 - 4:30 pm 254-618-7443

∙Thursday

Career Communication Skills and Interview Techniques 8:30 am - 12 pm

254-286-6684

First Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm

254-553-4698 PCS on the Go 1 - 1:30 pm

254-287-4471

∙Friday

Job Search with Confidence 9 -10 am

254-286-6684

Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection 9:30 am - 1 pm

254-553-2157 Time for Tots 9:30 - 11 am

254-553-2157

Career Assessment Workshop 10:15 - 11:15 am 254-286-6684

First-Term Soldier Personal Financial Management Training 12:30 - 4:30 pm

254-553-4698

EFMP Sea Dragons Swim 6 - 8 pm

254-287-6070

Army Family Covenant: “Keeping the Promise” - Benefits to Families of Deployed Soldiers

∙20 percent reduction in full/part-day child care for full/part day care for employed and full-time students spouses, 30 days before and 90 days after return (CYSS)

∙16 free child care hours per month per child, 30 days before to 90 days after return (CYSS)

∙$2 Hourly Care rate beyond free child care hours (CYSS)

∙Up to $300 in free SKIESUnlimited Academy instructional classes during deployment (CYSS)

∙Up to $100 in free individual or team sports per child/youth during deployment (CYSS)

∙Free child care during mandatory deployment meeting (CYSS)

∙Military Family Life Consultant program for problem-solving counseling due to deployments (ACS)

∙Care Team Training provides tools to volunteers who are willing to provide short-term care and support to Families of deceased or critically injured Soldiers or Family members; Volunteers offer in-home assistance with meals, telephone and gift logs, cards and condolences and emotional support (ACS)

∙Coping with Separation Training offers insight into various techniques to dealing with deployment issues and feelings of isolation (ACS)

∙Deployment Budgeting teaches participants how to adjust their budget/spending plan, taking into account changes in income and expenses during deployment (ACS)

∙Reunion/Reintegration Training provides Soldiers and Families information to deal with changes, which occur during deployment in marital and child relationships (ACS)

∙Parent-to-Parent Helping Hands Support Group and Exceptional Family Member Support Group provides parents an opportunity to share common experiences and support for other Families with special-needs Family members during deployments, which have proven to be particularly challenging for stay behind parents (ACS)

∙Family Readiness Group Focus Forum offers both experienced and new leaders and volunteers the opportunity to meet and discuss issues, training, changes and a wide variety of topics concerning the management of Family Readiness Groups (ACS)

∙Pre-Deployment Briefings provide insight for the Soldier and Family members on the importance of planning and communication prior to deployment

∙A checklist is provided that offers suggestions of areas to be addressed by Families preparing for the Soldier's departure (ACS)

∙Family Life Skills Workshop assists participants in recognizing the effects and causes of stress and introduces them to a wide array of stress management techniques; conducted 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (ACS)

∙Rear Detachment Operations Course: this four-day course offers 45 blocks of instruction to prepare the rear detachment staff for the challenges that arise during deployment (ACS)

∙NETWORK meets weekly and offers employment leads, job search training workshops and career coaching to Family members; special emphasis is placed on support to Families of deployed Soldiers (ACS)

Army Family Covenant: “Keeping the Promise” - Benefits to Families of Wounded/Fallen Soldiers

∙Free child care for support group meetings (CYSS)

∙16 free child care hours per month per child during designated eligible period (CYSS)

∙$2 hourly care rate beyond free child care hours (CYSS)

∙Unlimited free child care for medical appointments - see you CYSS SFAC Liaison (CYSS)

∙Category 1 fees for full/part-day care for Families in categories 2 - 9 (CYSS)

∙Up to $300 in SKIESUnlimited Academy per child during original deployment timeframe (CYSS)

∙Up to $100 in free individual or team sports per child/youth during original deployment timeframe. (CYSS)

∙Fallen Soldiers - 40 free child care hours per child, valid from notification to four weeks after burial (CYSS)

∙Fallen Soldiers - Free hourly group care for all attendees of a memorial service for a Fallen Soldier

∙Military Family Life Consultant program for problem-solving counseling due to deployments (ACS)

∙Care Team Training provides tools to volunteers who are willing to provide short-term care and support to Families of deceased or critically injured Soldiers or Family members, volunteers offer in-home assistance with meals, telephone and gift logs, cards and condolences and emotional

support (ACS)

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Fort Hood Family and MWR supports the largest active duty armored post in the United States Armed Services. The “Great Place” is home to over 388,000 military personnel, Family members, retirees and civilian employees. Family and MWR enhances quality of life by providing numerous recreation and services designed to equal those available to their civilian counterparts, which encourages growth and a feeling of self-reliance within the military community.