Vol. 4, No. 2 February 2012 Camp -Humphreys, Republic of Korea
Strong Family
Inside This Months Issue:
Army Community Services New SKIES Classes
Money Matter$ Parent Date Night Info. PAC... What’s in it for me?
Youth Sports Especially For Newcomers ( ACS ) area3mwrmarketing@korea.army.mil Send us Your Photos For Our Publications
http://humphreys.korea.army.mil USAG-Humphreys Official Web Site
www.mwrkorea.com News on ALL FMWR Programs in Korea
Army Community Service, Camp Humphreys February 2012 Calender by Program
Army Volunteer Corps & Army Family Action Plan (753-3266) Feb 3 @1000 Feb 3 @ 1130 Feb 13 @ 1000 Feb 23 @ 1300
Volunteer Professional Development Training, ACS ACs Volunteer Recognition, ACS Volunteer OPOC Training, FRC VMIS Training, FRC
Army Family Team Building & Deployment Readiness (753-7439) Feb 1 @ 0930 Feb 3 @ 0930 Feb 9 @ 0900 Feb 10 @ 0830 Feb 13 @ 0900 Feb 14 @ 0900 Feb 15 @ 0900 Feb 16 @ 0830 Feb 17@ 0900 Feb 17 @ 0900 Feb 22 @ 0900 Feb 28 @ 1130 Feb 29 @ 1000
Key Caller Training, ACS NEO Preparation Training for Family Members, ACS Family Readiness Support Assistant Training, ACS Enlisted/First Sergeant Spouse seminar, FRC AFTB Level 2 (Part 1), ACS AFTB Level 2 (Part 2), ACS AFTB Level 2 (Part 3), ACS Family Readiness Group Training, ACS AFTB Concept Block- What’s in it for me, ACS Care Team’s Training, ACS RESET- Return and Reunion for Families, ACS AFTB Professional Development, ACS FRG Meet &Greet, ACS
Exceptional Family Member Program (753-6277) Feb 1 @ 1330 Feb 8 @ 1730 Feb 14 @ 1100 Feb 15 @ 1000 Feb 20 @ 1030 Feb 21 @ 1830
Respite Care Seminar @ ACS Aqua Fit Gym Time @ Super Gym A to Z EFMP Self Help Support Group @ FRC EFMP Coffee Social @ Starbucks EFMP Respite Care On-Line Training & Providers Package Review @ ACS Free Bowling Night @ Strike Zone
Offered upon Request
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Childbirth Class for February, 753-6287 Rear Detachment Commander Training, 753-7439 Pre Deployment Training, 753-7439 Checkbook and Debit Cards Management, 753-8403 Cultural Mediation Services, 753-8804
Master Resiliency Training
Can’t make the four day class? Try our Friday morning MRT on for size! 24 FEB, 0830-1230
Module One: MRT Introduction Unit One: Resilience and the MRT Competencies Unit Two: Hunt the Good Stuff Module Two: Building Mental Toughness Unit One: Activating Events, Thoughts & the Consequence (ATC Model)
02 MAR, 0830-1230 Module Two: Building Mental Toughness Unit Two: Avoiding Thinking Traps Unit Three: Detect Icebergs 09 MAR, 0830-1230 Module Two: Building Mental Toughness Unit Four: Energy Management Unit Five: Problem Solving 16 MAR, 0830-1230 Module Two: Building Mental Toughness Unit Six: Put It in Perspective Unit Seven: Real-time Resilience 23 MAR, 0830-1230 Module Three: Building Character Strengths Unit One: Identify Strengths in Self and Others Unit Two: Use Strengths and Challenges 30 MAR 0830-1230
Module Four: Building Strong Relationships Unit One: Assertive Communication Unit Two: Active Constructive Responding and Praise Closing Thoughts and Big Themes
Family Advocacy Program (753-6252) Feb 1 @ 1000 Feb 1, 15, 22, 29 @ 1330 Feb 2 @ 1000 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 @ 1330 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 1330 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 1530 Feb 8 @ 1000 Feb 15-17 @ 1800 Feb 16 @ 1800 Feb 18 @ 0900 Feb 21 @ 1730 Feb 10 @ 1300-1500 Feb 15 @ 0900-1100 Feb 15 @ 1330-1530 Feb 28 @1300-1400
Parents Children & Divorce- Separating and Adjusting, ACS Anger & Stress Management E1-E4 @ ACS, Parenting 1-4 Year Olds - Children & Safety @ ACS Anger & Stress Management E5-E9/Officers/Civilians, ACS Communication Skills Class, ACS New Leaders Mandatory Family Advocacy Program Brief, ACS Parenting 5-12 Year Olds – Internet Safety & Bullying, ACS Emergency Placement Family Training, ACS Single Parents Support Group- Home Alone Planning, ACS Emergency Placement Family Training, ACS The Marriage Garden, ACS
Additional offerings (753-8401)
Step by Step - How to Apply for CYSS NAF positions Using USAJOBS @ ACS EEO/POSH Training (Non Supervisory) @ ACS EEO/POSH Training (Supervisory) @ ACS Steps to a Home Based Business @ ACS 3
New Parent Support Program (753-6287) Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 @ 0900 Feb 6, 13, 27 @ 1000 Feb 7, 21 @ 0630 Feb 16 @ 1300 Feb 21 @ 1300 Feb 23 @ 1200
Romp & Stomp, Zoeckler Gym Playgroup, Zoeckler Gym Pregnancy /Postpartum PT, Super Gym Doctor Dad, ACS Breast feeding Basics, ACS Starting Baby on solids, ACS
Employment Readiness Program (753-8321) Feb 1 @ 1200 Feb 7 @ 0900 Feb 10 @ 1500 Feb 14 @ 0900 Feb 17 @ 0900 Feb 22 @ 0900
Lunch & Learn - Before Push Comes To Shove, FRC Creating a Winning Resume, FRC Professional Development, FRC Interview Magic, FRC Employment Opportunities for Newcomers, FRC Federal Resume Preparation, FRC
Relocation Readiness Program (753-8804/8318) Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 0930 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 1200 Feb 1 @ 1330 Feb 2, 9, 16, 23 @1000 Feb 6, 13, 27 @ 0930 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 @1000 Feb 7, 14, 22, 28 @ 0830 Feb 10 @ 0930 Feb 15 @ 1330 Feb 17 @ 1300 Feb 28 @ 1500
Advanced English Language Instruction, ACS Lunch Box Learning About Korea, ACS Waiting Spouse Support Group, FRC Korean Language class- Intermediate, ACS Basic English Language Instruction, ACS Korean Language class- Basic, ACS Newcomers Orientation, Super Gym International Marriage and Immigration Workshop, ACS Re-Entry Workshop, ACS Lobby ‘Be a Better Sponsor’ class, ACS International Spouses Exchange – Restaurants, FRC
Financial Readiness Program (753-8403/7479) Feb 1 @ 1300 Feb 6, 13, 27 @ 0830 Feb 8 @ 1300 Feb 13 @ 1300 Feb 14 @ 1300 Feb 15 @ 1300 Feb 28 @1300 Feb 22 @ 1300
Car Buying @ FRC Personal Financial Readiness Training for First Term Soldiers, FRC Money Management, FRC First Term PCS “Money & Moving”, FRC Planning a Budget, FRC Credit Management & Using Credit Wisely, FRC First Time Home Buyer Class, FRC Thrift Savings Plan & Basic Investment Class, FRC
Humphreys Main ACS Bldg. 311 Director: Suzanne James 753-8401 TTY Hearing Impaired 753-3081
Humphreys ACS Family Readiness Center Bldg. 1127 TTY Hearing Impaired 753-3082 Coordinator: Philip Chang 753-6522/8321
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Suwon ACS Bldg. 2200 Bill Spearman 788-5024 TTY Hearing Impaired 788-4880
acs3@korea.army.mil Information & Referral 753-8401/6761
Child, Youth & School Services
*Light snack will be provided. NO FULL MEAL.
All dates for PDN with the red (S) are dates that correspond with Tommy D’s Sophisticated Saturday!
CDC -Bldg. 693 Hyacinth Smith 753-8601
School Age Center -Bldg. 570 753-8507
Parent Central Services -Bldg. 570 Yeji Smith 753-3414 5
Child Development Center Babysitting List CYS Services is the place where you can find responsible & reliable teen babysitter in the community. To get the babysitting list, visit Bldg. 570 and bring photo I.D. with you. This list will not be given via e-mail. To obtain list please call 753 - 8274
Help make us better and take a quick and easy survey. Want to see new hours of operation? Want to improve the quality of service? Want to take more trips? Well then take the survey already!!
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/cyss-2012
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We know that life is hectic and there isn’t
really time enough in the day to get what we want done. I can guarantee there is a hour worth spent by being a member of the Parent Activity Committee. As a part of the PAC you will have access to what going on first. You will be able to make a difference and help our children receive the best care possible. We are in need of room reps. So please check with your child’s class or just ask and you can be placed as a rep where needed. This committee has a major role in the out come of our children’s care. Here you can make a difference. And for you, we all could afford to save a little. As a PAC member you will receive a discount on child care. So become a PAC member today and make a difference.
Child Development Center Bldg S-570 Monday- Friday 9 am- 6 pm 753-3413/5973 Yeji H. Smith Registration membership is currently FREE courtesy of the Army Family Covenant
For more info please contact the PAC President: Mrs. Erica Hinson Email: firefemale25@yahoo.com Phone: 010 - 2606 - 0697
Parent Central Office, School Age Center Building #570
To register for CYSS Programs: 1. Obtain a program registration packet at the CDC ( Bldg. S-693), School Age Services ( Bldg. 570), or online at https://www.humphreys.cysskorea.com 2. Please call 753 - 3414 / 5973 to make an appointment, registration can take up to 30 minutes. 3. WE DO NOT ACCEPT WALK-INS.
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Happy Birthday
Yerim P. Soriano Yoori Sung Jonathan M. Nielsen Gabrielle E. Cole Emily K. Cox Caleb D. Thomas Rachel M. Miller Lani G. Young Cheyanne M. Cooper Joshua R. Solmonson Kaya R. Black Destiny Markeisha Frazier Nathaniel J. Lim Kross G. Devera-Waden Alexandra Bauer Somei Tomoda Skylar R. Dickinson Abigail G. Hodges Tom T. Baden Peyton A. Daniel David A. Johnson Christopher Fischer Daniel B. Reed Elizabeth R. Deleon Madelyn G. Morgan Alexis E. Chisolm Lucas D. Bradburn Isaiah Jones Gavin S. Bogle Trevor S. Gonzalez Noah J. Ko Lance Anthony L. Lizama Coryn S.K. Cohen Kaelin R. Elliott Hayden R. Siegel Gabriella K. Garner Danial J. Covington Jr. Abigail M. Hon Malaysia L. Watson Aniya N. Murillo Trevor H. Owen Bradford L. Corder Jr. Samuel H. Boutte Alliyah S. Tabaka Belcher, Ryan M. Lana Sangprawej Annie Y. Hall Titan D. Shearer Alfred M. Muna Jr. Logan E. Rouse Caleb B. Russell Kara G. Miller Angelique E. Robles Max D. Rouse Alaura G. Stelker Kennedy S. Henderson Bella R. Durham Abigail M. Hon Ameair A. Morris Kevali A. Stephenson Kai M. Johnson Desiree Allmond Connor H. Harrison Shamaila N. Shaw Jasmon M. Miller Braden E. Johansen Mathew R. Hale Piper A. Wilson Eliana M. Valentin Rebecca V. Tremel Jillianna Porretta Kelsey M. Jone Van N. Boylan Ava Smith Shelby Jone Demetra A. Rush Annaliese Infusino Irlan H. Wilson Abigail E. Van Zandt Gabriella A. Colsia Samantha N. Zundel Cian F. Hinchliff
Youth Sports
Youth Sports Director Bradley Ficek 753 - 5602
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School Age Center Uniquely Korean
Like Americans, Koreans will celebrate Valentine’s Day Feb 14. Unlike Americans, however, men will not be buying flowers, candy or jewelry for the women in their life. Instead, under the Korean system, the girls buy gifts for the boys. Korean Valentine's Day is similar to ours in theme, but limited in scope with only Korean girls giving chocolates to Korean boys. Girls are returning the favor in memory of a traditional folk character - a poor girl who was in love with a wealthy boy. The boy loved the poor girl, but was forced to part with her because of a parental mandate. Before he left, though, he gave her chocolates -- her favorite treat. Today, girls in Korea return the kind gesture of love by giving chocolates to the boys they like. However, while boys don't have to do anything in February, their turn comes in March. March 14th in Korea is White Day. On White Day, Korean boys give candy or chocolates to Korean girls. Waiting one month to reciprocate a gift takes the pressure off the boys because they have usually figured out exactly who likes them and gave them a gift in February. While it is not required that you give a return gift, that is usually the accepted thing to do. However, guys are not limited only to the people who gave them chocolate. They may give sweets to any girl they fancy. If you received chocolate or candy in either February or March, you take the following month off to plan gifts for the rest of the year. But if you weren't a recipient in February or March, then April becomes your month. April 14th in Korea is called Black Day. The girls and boys who did not receive chocolate or candy in February and March all come together for a meal of black noodles -- noodles with black bean sauce usually served in Chinese restaurants. And, if they’re lucky, they will meet someone who will give them chocolates next year – either February 14 (Valentine’s Day) or March 14 (White Day). Hopefully, they won’t be celebrating Black Day two years in a row … unless they really like Black Noodles. 10
Youth Center MONEY MATTERS Money Matters is a program that was designed by Boys and Girls of America to help youth grades 6-12 how to manage their finances. The class will be designed around our youth to make them better equipped to handle money and to show them how to successfully save and make long/short term financial goals.
Location: Youth Center Bldg 427 DSN: 753-5614 When: Every Thursday during the month of March Time: 1600-1700 Sponsored by CYS Services and Army Community Service 11
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Open to all of Humphreys Community! Admission: Any donation of your choice!
The CAC Room A
Movie Night: FREE popcorn! Show starts at 1700! ‘How the Silence was Broken’: A tribute reading for the African Americans who shaped our history. 1800-1900
Passport to Manhood: Represents a targeted effort to engage young boys in discussions and activities that reinforce character, leadership and positive behavior. 1600-1700 / Free
Power Hour: Offered every Monday through Friday 2:30-4:00. Start Smart: The Start Smart Sports Development Program, is a physical education class that involves the SAC and YC working together. Youth of the Month: A monthly assembly is held honoring one YC youth carefully selected from our seven departments: Kids Corner, Athletics, Social Recreation, Arts, Scholars, Teen and Service. Smart Girls: Designed to encourage healthy attitudes and lifestyles that will enable early adolescent girls to develop to their full potential. 1600-1700 / Free
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Arts & Crafts: Valentines Day Cards
Monopoly Board Game
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BGCA Keystone & Torch Club
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Youth Sponsorship
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Handing out Valentines Cards @ P.X.
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Leap Year Party
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Youth Gym
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Tribute Reading Practice
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Arts & Crafts: Valentines Day Cards
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Hail & Farewell Party
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Start Smart: Basketball
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Tribute Reading Rehearsal
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Teen Club Night Dance @ Tommy D’s
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‘How the Silence was Broken’ Tribute Reading
Movie Night: The Help
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Snow Sledding at Everland
YOUTH CENTER BLDG 427 DSN 753-5614
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Tribute Reading Practice
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Smart Girls!
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4-H Tech Club
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February 2012
USAG HUMPHREYS YOUTH CENTER EVENTS
Youth Center Events HUMPHREYS YOUTH CENTER
Sign-up by 31 January at Parent Central Services BLDG 570 @ DSN 753-3413 For more information contact the Youth Center @ DSN 753-5614
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Classes Offered Ballet,
Child Development Center, Bldg. S-693, Tuesdays, 1200-1245 (3-5 yrs old), $40/month; Rec Annex, Bldg. S-111, Tuesdays, 1500-1555, 5 yrs old & up, $50/month
Drawing, Gymbugs,
Rec. Annex, Bldg. S-111, Mondays, 1500-1545 (4-5 yrs old), 1600-1700 (6 yrs & up), $40/month Child Development Center, Bldg. S-593, Thursdays, 0915-1000 (3 -5 yrs old), $25/month
Gymnastics,
Rec Annex, Bldg. S-111, Tuesdays, $40/month: 1615-1700, Boys Only (4 yrs old & up), Thursdays, 1515-1605 (6 yrs old & up) & 1610-1700 (3-5 yrs old); Fridays, $30/month, 0915-1000 (Mom & me)
Hai Dong Kum Do,
Tuesdays & Thursdays, School Age Center, Bldg. S-570, 1440-1540, 5 yrs & up, $45/month
Korean Language and Culture, Piano,
Rec Annex, Bldg. S-111, Wednesdays, 1500-1540, $40/month
Mondays-Fridays, Rec Annex, Bldg. S-111, 30 minutes per session, once a week, 1500-1800, 5 yrs old & up, $60/month
Sing & Dance With Me,
Tuesdays, Rec Annex, Bldg. S-111, 1000-1100, Infants
to 3 yrs. old, FREE
Tae Kwon Do,
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, $60/month: 1455-1540 (K - 5 yrs. old), Child Development Center, Bldg. S-693; 1600-1645 (1st-2nd grade); 1700-1745 (3rd grade and up), School Age Center, Bldg. S-570.
Coming Soon‌ Break Dancing, Cooking, Creative Dance, Sewing, Project Runway-Humphreys To enroll in any of the classes, please stop by Parent Central Services, Bldg. S-570. For more information, please call Maribel Kagawa @ 753-5612/3413/5973.
Instructors are needed for the following classes: Dance (Hip Hop, Modern, Jazz, Tap) & Tutoring (Algebra 1&2, Geometry & SAT Prep.) 14
February 2012
Every Saturday
Doors Open at 1200 Card Sales at 1230
OB Orientation
Early Bird & Regular Games Start at 1300
is the first Friday of every month 0900-1130 at the Super Gym
$1000 & $3000 Progressive Jackpots 17 games (including Early Birds)
Open to all USFK ID CARD HOLDERS
Topics Include:
* New parent support programs * Legal services, Birth Certificates & SOFA status * Exercise & Nutrition During Pregnancy * Dental, pediatrics, OBGYN services at you local clinic
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Family Nite
Tuesdays, 1700-2030
RSVP Next Class Nov. 4 to Christy Freeman 753-8003/8122 office
Family-Size Bowl of Spaghetti & Meatballs $19.95 Buddy Bowl for Two - $14.95
Pasta Buffet
Wednesdays, 1700-2030 $11.95, Kids $4.95
All-You-Can-Eat You Pick The Ingredients, We Cook It For You
Mongolian BBQ
Thursdays 1700-2030
All-You-Can-Eat - $14.95 Kids $4.95 You Pick the Ingredients, We Cook It
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Family Strong
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