TRANSITION AND RELOCATION PROGRAMS NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION Oct 15, Nov 5, Dec 3, 17 • 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mandatory base in-processing for all newly assigned JBSA-Randolph personnel. Spouses are encouraged to attend. FIRST DUTY OFFICER/ENLISTED EQUAL OPPORTUNITY BRIEFING Oct 15, Nov 5, Dec 3, 17 • 1-2 p.m. First Duty Station Officer and Enlisted service members are required to receive an additional mandatory Equal Opportunity briefing in addition to attending the Newcomers Orientation. SMOOTH MOVE RELOCATION BRIEFING Oct 16; Nov 13; Dec 18 • 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is a PCS preparation seminar. Mandatory for E1-E4 PCS’ing for the first time and all ranks PCS’ing OCONUS for the first time. Family members are encouraged to attend. Virtual MPF out-processing tasks can be cleared after completion. PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING (MANDATORY) Oct 3, 10, 17; Nov 7, 28; Dec 5, 19 • Noon to 3:30 p.m. Separating or retiring from the military? This man- datory briefing is required before attending the TAP GPS workshop. Pre-Separation appointments may be scheduled up to 24-months before retirement date or up to 12-months prior to separation. TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP) GOALS, PLANS, SUCCESS (GPS) Oct 22-26; Nov 26-30; Dec 10, 14 • 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This 5-day workshop is mandatory for all service members separating/retiring from the military. The GPS workshop is facilitated by the Department of Labor, Veterans Administration, and M&FRC. *Prerequisite: Pre-Separation Counseling. VA STAND ALONE WORKSHOP Oct 26, Nov 30, Dec 14 • 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those exempt from the mandatory 5-day TAP GPS workshop must attend a Veterans Administration stand-alone workshop. Topics covered include critical VA programs and services ranging from general benefits information to disability compensation and GI Bill benefit. CAREER EXPLORATION AND PLANNING TRACK (CEPT ) Oct 4-5 • 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This optional track offers a unique opportunity to identify skills, increase awareness of training and credentialing programs, and develop an action plan to achieve career goals. You must have attended a TAP GPS workshop prior to registering for this class. BASIC RESUME WRITING Nov 13 • 9:30-11 a.m. Don’t spend time being frustrated over writing a resume. Learn techniques that assist you in preparing a non-federal style resume. USAJOBS NAVIGATION/FEDERAL RESUME TRAINING Oct 25, Nov 29, Dec 20 • 8:30–11 a.m. Learn how to create your federal resume using the USAJOBS Federal system. SALARY NEGOTIATION WORKSHOP Dec 7 • 10 a.m. to Noon This workshop will focus on preparation (individual market value / skill set), interviewing tactics, what to do once an offer is received, and mock negotiation scenarios. INTERVIEWING SKILLS WORKSHOP Dec 14 • 10 a.m. to noon This workshop will help participants prepare for an upcoming job interview. We’ll focus on the different types of interviews, how to research potential employers, how to dress for the interview, and more! You will also have an opportunity to practice a mock interview. NEWLY ASSIGNED COMMANDER AND FIRST SERGEANT BRIEFING Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4 • 8-11 a.m. Attention newly assigned Commanders and First Sergeants; this event will provide mandatory briefings, satisfy AFI requirements, and introduce you to key personnel from the following base support agencies: Equal Opportunity (EO), Family Advocacy (FAP), Mental Health (MH), Medical (HIPAA), Military & Family Readiness (M&FRC), and Sexual Assault Prevention/Response (SAPR). BOOTS TO BUSINESS Oct 30-31 • 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Small Business Administration offers a two-day entrepreneurial workshop. Topics include steps for evaluating business concepts, foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources to access startup capital and additional technical assistance. SBA and Defense Department officials are now ex- panding the Boots to Business program beyond transitioning troops to any service member at any time in their career. Mili- tary spouses are also invited to attend. * You must pre-register for this class. SURVIVOR BENEFIT PLAN BRIEFING: The Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) briefing is required by law for all retiring service members and their spouses not later than 120 days prior to the approved retirement date. Our SBP Counselors will begin making contact 180 days prior to the approved retirement date to ensure all retiring service members are scheduled for this im- portant briefing. Call (210) 652-2104, (210) 652-3633, or (210) 652-5321 for questions regarding this program. CASUALTY ASSISTANCE AND SURVIVOR BENEFIT SERVICES: Located in the M&FRC, Bldg. 693, 555 F Street West. Please call (210) 652-2104 or (210) 652-3633 to make an appointment. SPONSORSHIP TRAINING In accordance with AFI 36-2103, all sponsors must complete the Electronic Sponsorship Application & Training (eSAT), https://myhub.militaryonesource. mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:2:0:. The online application provides a sponsor checklist, newcomer needs assess- ment, customizable letters, emails, and more! Once complete, visit the M&FRC for additional resources to help you be an effective sponsor! If your family members want to learn more about sponsorship, they can access the eSAT course through My Training Hub with an email address and password. My Training Hub even stores your completed course information so you can keep track of all your trainings. LOAN LOCKER Tues-Thurs • 8-11:00 a.m. Did you recently PCS? If you’re in need of a few items until your household goods arrive, check them out from the Loan Locker. We have basic items that can be borrowed while your household goods are in transit. Please bring a copy of your orders. MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE COUNSELORS (MFLC) Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) are licensed professionals who provide situational, problem-solving counseling anonymously and confidentially. No written records are kept, and it is free to active-duty military and their family members. They also work hand-in-hand with existing services to provide counseling, education and training support on topics such as: communication, rela- tionship issues and reestablishing intimacy, and anger management/ conflict resolution. Call (210) 744-4829 or (210) 996-4037 to schedule an appointment. For child and youth behavioral, call (210) 627-0338 or (210) 672-0525. READINESS, RESILIENCY & FAMILY PROGRAMS PERSONAL & FAMILY READINESS BRIEFING (PRE-DEPLOYMENT) Oct 9, 23; Nov 6, 20; Dec 4, 18 • 9-10 a.m. All military members scheduled to deploy, go TDY lon - ger than 30 days or on a remote assignment are required to attend this briefing. Military spouses are encouraged to attend to learn about various programs and resources available to them while their spouse is away.
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TRANSITION AND RELOCATION PROGRAMS
NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION Oct 15, Nov 5, Dec 3, 17 • 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mandatory base in-processing for all newly assigned JBSA-Randolph personnel. Spouses are encouraged to attend.
FIRST DUTY OFFICER/ENLISTED EQUAL OPPORTUNITY BRIEFINGOct 15, Nov 5, Dec 3, 17 • 1-2 p.m.First Duty Station Officer and Enlisted service members are required to receive an additional mandatory Equal Opportunity briefing in addition to attending the Newcomers Orientation.
SMOOTH MOVE RELOCATION BRIEFING Oct 16; Nov 13; Dec 18 • 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.This is a PCS preparation seminar. Mandatory for E1-E4 PCS’ing for the first time and all ranks PCS’ing OCONUS for the first time. Family members are encouraged to attend. Virtual MPF out-processing tasks can be cleared after completion.
PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING (MANDATORY) Oct 3, 10, 17; Nov 7, 28; Dec 5, 19 • Noon to 3:30 p.m. Separating or retiring from the military? This man-datory briefing is required before attending the TAP GPS workshop. Pre-Separation appointments may be scheduled up to 24-months before retirement date or up to 12-months prior to separation.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP) GOALS, PLANS, SUCCESS (GPS) Oct 22-26; Nov 26-30; Dec 10, 14 • 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This 5-day workshop is mandatory for all service members separating/retiring from the military. The GPS workshop is facilitated by the Department of Labor, Veterans Administration, and M&FRC. *Prerequisite: Pre-Separation Counseling.
VA STAND ALONE WORKSHOP Oct 26, Nov 30, Dec 14 • 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those exempt from the mandatory 5-day TAP GPS workshop must attend a Veterans Administration stand-alone workshop. Topics covered include critical VA programs and services ranging from general benefits information to disability compensation and GI Bill benefit.
CAREER EXPLORATION AND PLANNING TRACK (CEPT)Oct 4-5 • 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This optional track offers a unique opportunity to identify skills, increase awareness of training and credentialing programs, and develop an action plan to achieve career goals. You must have attended a TAP GPS workshop prior to registering for this class. BASIC RESUME WRITING Nov 13 • 9:30-11 a.m. Don’t spend time being frustrated over writing a resume. Learn techniques that assist you in preparing a non-federal style resume.
USAJOBS NAVIGATION/FEDERAL RESUME TRAINING Oct 25, Nov 29, Dec 20 • 8:30–11 a.m. Learn how to create your federal resume using the USAJOBS Federal system.
SALARY NEGOTIATION WORKSHOP Dec 7 • 10 a.m. to Noon This workshop will focus on preparation (individual market value / skill set), interviewing tactics, what to do once an offer is received, and mock negotiation scenarios.
INTERVIEWING SKILLS WORKSHOPDec 14 • 10 a.m. to noonThis workshop will help participants prepare for an upcoming job interview. We’ll focus on the different types of interviews, how to research potential employers, how to dress for the interview, and more! You will also have an opportunity to practice a mock interview.
NEWLY ASSIGNED COMMANDER AND FIRST SERGEANT BRIEFING Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4 • 8-11 a.m. Attention newly assigned Commanders and First Sergeants; this event will provide mandatory briefings, satisfy AFI requirements, and introduce you to key personnel from the following base support agencies: Equal Opportunity (EO), Family Advocacy (FAP), Mental Health (MH), Medical (HIPAA), Military & Family Readiness (M&FRC), and Sexual Assault Prevention/Response (SAPR).
BOOTS TO BUSINESSOct 30-31 • 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Small Business Administration offers a two-day entrepreneurial workshop. Topics include steps for evaluating business concepts, foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources to access startup capital and additional technical assistance. SBA and Defense Department officials are now ex-panding the Boots to Business program beyond transitioning troops to any service member at any time in their career. Mili-tary spouses are also invited to attend. * You must pre-register for this class.
SURVIVOR BENEFIT PLAN BRIEFING: The Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) briefing is required by law for all retiring service members and their spouses not later than 120 days prior to the approved retirement date. Our SBP Counselors will begin making contact 180 days prior to the approved retirement date to ensure all retiring service members are scheduled for this im-portant briefing. Call (210) 652-2104, (210) 652-3633, or (210) 652-5321 for questions regarding this program.
CASUALTY ASSISTANCE AND SURVIVOR BENEFIT SERVICES: Located in the M&FRC, Bldg. 693, 555 F Street West. Please call (210) 652-2104 or (210) 652-3633 to make an appointment.
SPONSORSHIP TRAINING In accordance with AFI 36-2103, all sponsors must complete the Electronic Sponsorship Application & Training (eSAT), https://myhub.militaryonesource.mil/MOS/f?p=SIS:2:0:. The online application provides a sponsor checklist, newcomer needs assess-ment, customizable letters, emails, and more! Once complete, visit the M&FRC for additional resources to help you be an effective sponsor! If your family members want to learn more about sponsorship, they can access the eSAT course through My Training Hub with an email address and password. My Training Hub even stores your completed course information so you can keep track of all your trainings.
LOAN LOCKER Tues-Thurs • 8-11:00 a.m. Did you recently PCS? If you’re in need of a few items until your household goods arrive, check them out from the Loan Locker. We have basic items that can be borrowed while your household goods are in transit. Please bring a copy of your orders.
MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE COUNSELORS (MFLC) Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) are licensed professionals who provide situational, problem-solving counseling anonymously and confidentially. No written records are kept, and it is free to active-duty military and their family members. They also work hand-in-hand with existing services to provide counseling, education and training support on topics such as: communication, rela-tionship issues and reestablishing intimacy, and anger management/ conflict resolution. Call (210) 744-4829 or (210) 996-4037 to schedule an appointment. For child and youth behavioral, call (210) 627-0338 or (210) 672-0525.
READINESS, RESILIENCY & FAMILY PROGRAMS
PERSONAL & FAMILY READINESS BRIEFING (PRE-DEPLOYMENT) Oct 9, 23; Nov 6, 20; Dec 4, 18 • 9-10 a.m. All military members scheduled to deploy, go TDY lon-ger than 30 days or on a remote assignment are required to attend this briefing. Military spouses are encouraged to attend to learn about various programs and resources available to them while their spouse is away.
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POST DEPLOYMENT REINTEGRATION Tuesdays • 8–9 a.m. and Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 • 1-2 p.m.All military members returning from a deploy-ment are required to attend this briefing which reviews reintegration into home life and provides resources to help with associated stressors. Spouses are encouraged to attend.
ROLE REVERSAL: TAKING CARE OF THOSE WHO CARED FOR YOU Oct 11 • 9 a.m. to noon This seminar will offer information and resources to those caring for an aging parent. Caregivers will be educated and provided the tools to make informed choices. Topics include health issues, accessing services, long-distance care-giving, stress management, and community/military resources. Facilitated by the Bexar County Agency on Aging.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM (EFMP) MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP Nov 1 • 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Special Needs Coordinator will explain how to navigate the EFMP system, paperwork required, and answer EFMP-enrollment questions.
BUNDLES FOR BABIES Oct 12, Dec 7 • 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The Air Force Aid Society in partnership with M&FRC will provide information on budgeting for a baby, dental and pediatric clinic, New Parent Support Program, and more. This class is open to active duty service members and their spouses who are expecting a baby.
SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP (MEETS QUARTERLY)Nov 15 • Noon to 1 p.m.A brown bag forum for single parents to connect and share helpful resources.
HEART LINKNov 2 • 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Military spouses are invited to an orientation to learn about Air Force customs, courtesies, acronyms, available resources throughout Joint Base San Antonio, and much more. Spouses will also have the opportunity to meet and network with other spouses. Lunch will be provided as well as a guided tour of the Taj Mahal.
KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATIONOct 24 • 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Trained Key Spouses and Key Spouse Mentors, please join us for our quarterly training opportunity.
KEY SPOUSE REFRESHER TRAINING Oct 24 • 9-10 a.m. Individuals who have received initial Key Spouse training at previous locations are only required to attend a 1-hour refresher course to review the program and learn about helpful information and resources at JBSA-Randolph.
KEY SPOUSE INITIAL TRAINING Dec 6 • 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Key Spouse Program is an official Air Force Read-iness Program for service members and their families as a quality of life initiative. Mandatory for all newly appointed Key Spouses and Key Spouse mentors.
KEY SPOUSE MENTOR TRAININGOct 17 • 9-10 a.m.Have you been appointed by your Commander to take the role of Key Spouse Mentor? If so, this newly developed training is for you! Come and get the latest guidance on this very important role, mentoring opportunities, & more!
FINANCIAL CLASSES
PERSONAL FINANCIAL COUNSELING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE Counselors are available to help you and your family to manage finances, resolve financial problems, and reach financial goals. Call (210) 652-5321 or (903) 421-3821 to schedule.
HOW TO SURVIVE THE HOLIDAYS FINANCIALLY Oct 4 • 10-11:30 a.m.It’s easy to get carried away with overspending during the holidays. Discover some great ways to save/cut back and avoid starting off the New Year with new debt.
BLENDED RETIREMENT SYSTEM (BRS) OVERVIEW Oct 3, 11; Dec 3 • 10-11:30 a.m.Find out if you are in the Opt-In population, what you have to do to make the Opt-In choice, and what happens once you decide to opt-in. One-on-one appointments will be available after the class. *Does not replace 2-hour JKO/ADLS required training.
OFFICER FIRST DUTY STATION MANDATORY FINANCIAL TRAINING Oct 16; Nov 20; Dec 18 • 9-11 a.m. Are you in the ranks of 2LT, 1LT or CAPT? Is this your first duty station? Join us for mandatory training to explore all aspects of finances to include pay, entitle-ments, insurance, credit management, Thrift Savings Plan, and more.
COUPONING IN THE 21ST CENTURYNov 14 • 10-11:30 a.m. Using mobile apps for couponing and saving money has become easier! Discuss ways you can save on traveling, dining out, military discounts, rebates, and more.
THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN (TSP) Oct 19 • 10-11:30 a.m.Review the different aspects of the TSP including contribution limits, matching contributions, tax-deferred investments, return rates, options to consider after separating from the military or federal service, and more.
WISE INVESTMENTOct 2 • 10-11:30 a.m. Learn basic guidelines on investment strategy and tips on how to reach your financial goals and become financially secure. CAR BUYING Nov 8 • 10-11:30 a.m. Almost every service member will purchase a new or used car while on active duty. This course is designed to help you save money and avoid hassles on your next car purchase.
DISCOVERING YOUR MONEY PERSONALITYNov 7 • 10-11:30 a.m.Come learn how your personality effects your spend-ing habits! Explore the basic psychology of money and how it influences your money decisions.
DEVELOPING YOUR SPENDING PLANDec 6 • 10-11:30 a.m.Establishing a financial plan is an important part of budgeting. Review the components of a spending plan and a financial planning worksheet, discuss tips to control spending, SMART goals, and an ideal budget breakdown.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CREDIT REPORT AND SCORENov 1 • 10-11:30 a.m. Establishing a financial plan is an important part of budgeting. Review the components of a spending plan and a financial planning worksheet, and discuss tips to control spending, SMART goals, and an ideal budget breakdown.
SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOU Dec 4 • 10-11:30 a.m. Learn about changes to social security benefits and how it can affect your retirement. This workshop is facilitated by a retired Social Security caseworker.
RETIREMENT PLANNING (MILITARY AND GS CIVIL SERVICE)Oct 10 • 10-11:30 a.m. Are you just starting your military or Government career? Are you at a crossroad and unsure of which way to go? If so, sign up for this class and discover the secrets of successful retirement planning.
HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR BRS THROUGH TSPDec 10 • 10-11:30 a.m.This class will explain how the TSP component works in the new Blended Retirement System. We will explore how various options available through TSP will impact your BRS retirement picture.
FEDERAL VOTING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMM&FRC, Bldg. 693 • (210) 652-5321The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) provides information to service members, their families, and overseas citizens. Services include assistance with voter registration, absentee voting, how to fill out forms, and more. FVAP is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. & can be reach at [email protected].
