Bliss NOW August Issue 2023

BY FAMILY & MWR MARKETING

one world one voice one magazine one great staff

Interim Marketing & Special Events Manager

Marlo Brestar

Editor/Writer

Natalie Hinojos-Tomeny

Marketing Specialist

Coral Musy

Marketing Assistant

Bethany Lewis

Graphic Designers

Kenny Broomfield

Raymond Sanchez

Sponsorship & Advertising Coordinator

Marlo Brestar

Advertising Assistant

Jonathan Hermosilla

Training Coordinator

Mary Estrada

Office Manager

Martina Grise

Special Events Coordinators

Lora Diem

Edward Arriola

BlissNOW is a Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation magazine published monthly for activities on Fort Bliss, Texas. BlissNOW is mailed to all Fort Bliss homes inserted in welcome packets, and distributed to all Family and MWR facilities, along with the Fort Bliss Commissary, Post Exchange at Freedom Crossing, IHG Army Hotels Fort Bliss and the Personnel Processing Center. Circulation: 10,000 monthy. The appearance of advertising does not constitute an endorsement by the U.S. Army, Department of Defense or federal government. The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change without notice. Downloading of any social media apps is on a voluntary basis. DFMWR is not responsible for any negative consequences resulting in its use. For more information, call the individual facilities. Family and MWR Marketing is located in Building 12 Pershing Road Fort Bliss, TX 79916 and may be reached at 915-568-6741.

BEACH PARTY

AUG. 5 • 12PM

Doors Open: 10am • Game Starts: 12pm Early birds, grab your spot and play for additional prizes! Centennial • 11199 Sgt. E. Churchill St. Info: 915-744-8427 or bliss.armymwr.com

Tickets available Jul. 10 - Aug. 4 or until sold out. G.A. tickets available at LTS & Centennial. **Electronic and VIP tickets available only at the Centennial Tuesday - Friday 8:30am-5:30pm. Tickets available by phone at 915-744-8427. Prices include a paper bingo pack. Food & drinks available for purchase. Open to DoD ID Cardholders & their guests 18+. VIP IS PRE-SALE ONLY (not available day of event). Pre-sales for electronics will be available for an additional $35. You will be able to upgrade your electronic device for a fee the day of the event.

- 300 GENERAL ADMISSION & 100 VIP TICKETS AVAILABLEThis event is expected to sell out!

ALL PURSES HAVE CASH INSIDE! s s s s s

18+ ONLY

$40 /person $50 at the door VIP $60/person includes one drink, reserved seating, party favors & snacks!

Louis Vuitton

Authenticated Louis Vuitton Grand Prize!

WEAR YOUR BEST BEACH PARTY ATTIRE FOR A CHANCE WIN PRIZES!

WEAR YOUR BEST BEACH PARTY ATTIRE FOR A CHANCE WIN PRIZES!

**MULTIPLEWINNERSonasinglegamewill participateinatie-breakertodeterminethe winner.Allothersreceiveaconsolationprize.**

OVER 20DESIGNER PURSES! OVER 20DESIGNER PURSES!

AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS

KIDS DAY ON THE WALL

Join Outdoor Recreation for Kids Day on the Wall SATURDAY, AUG. 5 - SUNDAY, AUG. 6 from 12 to 6 p.m. at the Soldier Activity Center. Open to ages 5 and older, parent must be present. The cost is $8 per person and includes equipment. For more information, call 915-744-1532.

BIENVENIDOS A BLISS RELOCATION FAIR

Army Community Service (ACS) and the El Paso community are working together to bring all the resources you need to know about living in Fort Bliss and El Paso. Visit informational booths THURSDAY, AUG. 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Centennial Banquet and Conference Center. This is a one stop shop for area cultural enlightenment. The event is free to attend. There will be performances by SKIESUnlimited students. Come learn what the community has to offer, also there will be a pre-sale of Oktoberfest tickets for Friday and Saturday nights! Stop by the MWR Marketing table for $5 off, limited time only! For more information, call 915-569-4227, ext. 0.

COMMANDER’S CUP VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

Are you ready for Commander’s Cup Volleyball! Join Intramural Sports, MONDAY, AUG. 7 - SEPT. 28 Open to Active Duty Only. Company level teams limited to 12 players and one non-playing coach. There will be a mandatory coaches meeting, Aug. 1 at 6 p.m., at the Soldier Activity Center. Register at the Sports Office located on the second floor at Soto PFC. For more information, call 915-744-5792.

** Events subject to change without notice. Info: bliss.armymwr.com or facebook.com/blissmwr**

AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS

TUBE THE RIO & MESILLA

The temperatures here in the great Southwest are on the rise, and with it, the start of Fort Bliss Outdoor Recreation seasonal water trips! There is no better way to “beat the heat” than joining us for an eventful day of tubing the Rio Grande River in Mesilla, NM! SATURDAY, AUG. 12. Save your spot and reserve your seats with Outdoor Recreation at the Soldier Activity Center. The cost is $40 per person, includes transportation and equipment. It is open to the public, ages 14 and older. For more information, call 915-744-1532.

CARDBOARD REGATTA

Sail the high seas SATURDAY, AUG. 12 at Community Pool! Sailors, inventors and captains get your boat ready! This event will sail off at 11 a.m. It is open to DOD ID cardholders and their children, ages 5 and older. The racing categories are: Parent and child (510), Youth (10-17) and Adult (18 and older). Spectators are welcome! For more information, call 915-539-3057.

ARCHERY SHOOT

Join Rod & Gun Club SATURDAY, AUG. 12 for their first Archery Match! The match will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rod & Gun Club, located at 3730 Roy Johnson Lane. Match consist of three rounds of shooting for highest score. Registration fee is $20 per person. There will be an awards ceremony following the matches. For more information, call 915-568-5026.

GETTING READY FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR

BY FORT BLISS MWR SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICE

Back-to-School season is here!

School registration, shopping for uniforms and supplies are on everyone’s mind as we approach the 2023/24 school year. Summer also means transition, for many of our Military Connected Students. As new arriving Families navigate their way through the school system, questions about what their new home has to offer in terms of their child’s education and how to make this transition as seamless as possible are just some of the challenges that comes with each permanent change of station (PCS) move.

El Paso area schools offer a wide variety of academic, extracurricular and social activities; including Dual Language classrooms, Early College High Schools and Magnet Programs, where students can get a head start on career fields such as pre-law or engineering and much more. Each school district offers career readiness curriculum to ensure the most rigorous and positive learning environment for all students.

Whether this is your child’s first school experience, or your student is near graduation, El Paso area schools and the School Liaison Office are here to make this transition a positive experience.

Most El Paso area districts offer digital tools to make the registration process easy for parents. Visit your District’s website to learn more about the registration process, requirements and how to get started.

Contact your assigned campus for specific academic, registration, or athletic requirements or reach out to the School Liaison Office at 915-569-5064 for more information on educational opportunities in the El Paso area. Aside from academic challenges that can accompany a move to a new duty station, students can also face social and emotional challenges associated with relocation and leaving familiar social networks and activities behind. Many of our campuses offer a Youth Sponsorship Program that can help ensure that youth are connected to their new community before they move and when they first arrive. This allows them to ask questions about their new

community, school, activities, etc. and get connected with their peers. Sponsors can provide school orientations so students can navigate through a new school easily, while providing important social connections for incoming students. Ask your gaining campus about resources that can help your transitioning student. To request a youth sponsor, contact your School Liaison Office or go to bliss.armymwr.com, search School Support Services for more information.

The El Paso area is also home to several “Purple Star” designated campuses. The Purple Star Campus Designation recognizes school districts and open enrollment charter school campuses that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their Families. Purple Star campuses must demonstrate their commitment to providing a military friendly environment by appointing a military liaison at the campus level. The liaison serves as a point of contact for military Families and can assist with transitional issues. Some of the benefits of a “Purple Star” designated school that provides additional support and a culture of acceptance for all students include:

Professional development for staff, to better understand the needs of military students.

A transition peer to peer program for students, designed to help with integration.

Easy access web pages, that includes information and area resources for military Families.

This great tool will allow transitioning Families to find crucial information before they ever set foot in a new community. These are only a few of the criteria in place to determine which campus can display that Purple Star as a symbol of a military friendly campus. To learn more about Texas Purple Star schools, visit the Texas Education Agency at https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/other-services/ military-families/purple-star-campus-designation.

Reach out to the Fort Bliss School Liaison Office, they will be glad to assist with any educational questions you may have.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5 • 9am-1PM

info: 915-568-5563

Art & Hobby Marshall Park

Corner of Marshall & Cassidy RD.

FESTIVAL

There will be vendors from the local community, food trucks, face painting, magical make & takes, and a selfie station complete with house robes and Hogwarts acceptance letters. This event is free and open to all ages!

Join us for Harry Potter back to school Diagon Alley style!

FOR T BLISS NATIONAL CEMETR Y

SHANNON VAN VALZAH ROAD