SPOTLIGHT ON HURRICANE SEASON United States Army Garrison-Miami Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33 rd Street Doral, Florida 33172 Director - 305.437.2720 Sign up for THE MWR eNews. Send an e-mail to: southcom.miami.sc-cc. [email protected]1 2 3 5 8 10 11 http://miami.armymwr.com May/June 2016 SPOTLIGHT - READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON? CALENDAR OF EVENTS WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER / SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO L IKE US ON FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/ miamifmwr Hurricane season begins June 1! Tropical cyclones are among nature’s most powerful and destructive phenomena and we in South Florida need to be prepared. Even areas well away from the coastline can be threatened by destructive winds, tornadoes and flooding from these storms. It’s vital to you and your family’s wellbeing to plan for what to do when a hurricane threatens. To get you started, we’ve provided answers to some frequently asked questions below. For further information, please contact Zena Tucker, HQ SOUTHCOM J33 Meteorology and Oceanography Officer, 305.437.3904. When will personnel be released from duty? • The final decision regarding personnel duty reporting is the HQ SOUTHCOM Chief of Staff. The decision is based on these and other situation unique factors: • Are 58mph winds forecast within 48 hours at Miami? • Are there current or planned closures of local government offices? • Are there current or planned curtailments of county/city transportation services? • Are there current or planned closures of schools? • What is the recommendation of the Federal Executive Board and/or Miami-Dade emergency managers? • Are significant events or operations ongoing for HQ SOUTHCOM? How can I learn about the operating status of HQ SOUTHCOM? Changes to HQ SOUTHCOM duty reporting are disseminated in the following ways: • Hurricane Hotline: 305.437.3919 or DSN 567.3919. SOUTHCOM will update this phone line as changes are implemented. • AtHoc Alert Notification System: This system is used to send mass notifications to personnel. Messages may go out as phone call(s), text to cell phone, email, pop-up on work computer. • WATCHGRAM: An email notification to leadership. Therefore, chain of command should have latest status. • SOUTHCOM websites: Public - www. southcom.mil/Pages/Default.asp and CAC accessible only: “https:// intranet.hq.southcom.mil/sites/j3/j33/ j337/METOC%20Support%20Docs/ Destructive%20Weather.aspx” What about evacuation? The Commander, US Southern Command, has the authority to order an evacuation of military, dependents of military personnel, civilian continued on page 4
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SPOTLIGHT ON HURRICANE SEASON
United States Army Garrison-MiamiDirectorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation9301 NW 33rd StreetDoral, Florida 33172Director - 305.437.2720
The Bugle Boy http://miami.armymwr.com May/June 2016
SPOTLIGHT - READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON?
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER /SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO
LIKE US ON FACEBOOKhttps://www.facebook.com/miamifmwr
Hurricane season begins June 1! Tropical cyclones are among nature’s most powerful and destructive phenomena and we in South Florida need to be prepared. Even areas well away from the coastline can be threatened by destructive winds,
tornadoes and flooding from these storms.
It’s vital to you and your family’s wellbeing to plan for what to do when a hurricane threatens.To get you started, we’ve provided answers to some frequently asked questions below. For further information, please contact Zena Tucker, HQ SOUTHCOM J33 Meteorology and Oceanography Officer, 305.437.3904.
When will personnel be released from duty?
• The final decision regarding personnel duty reporting is the HQ SOUTHCOM Chief of Staff. The decision is based on these and other situation unique factors:
• Are 58mph winds forecast within 48 hours at Miami?
• Are there current or planned closures of local government offices?
• Are there current or planned curtailments of county/city transportation services?
• Are there current or planned closures of schools?
• What is the recommendation of the
Federal Executive Board and/or Miami-Dade emergency managers?
• Are significant events or operations ongoing for HQ SOUTHCOM?
How can I learn about the operating status of HQ SOUTHCOM?
Changes to HQ SOUTHCOM duty reporting are disseminated in the following ways:
• Hurricane Hotline: 305.437.3919 or DSN 567.3919. SOUTHCOM will update this phone line as changes are implemented.
• AtHoc Alert Notification System: This system is used to send mass notifications to personnel. Messages may go out as phone call(s), text to cell phone, email, pop-up on work computer.
• WATCHGRAM: An email notification to leadership. Therefore, chain of command should have latest status.
• SOUTHCOM websites: Public - www.
southcom.mil/Pages/Default.asp and CAC accessible only: “https://intranet.hq.southcom.mil/sites/j3/j33/j337/METOC%20Support%20Docs/Destructive%20Weather.aspx”
What about evacuation?
The Commander, US Southern Command, has the authority to order an evacuation of military, dependents of military personnel, civilian
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Calendars http://miami.armymwr.com/us/
miami/monthly-calendars/
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Classes and EventsFor more information
or to register, go to the MWR website:
http://miami.armymwr.com
MAYMilitary Spouse Appreciation, Military Appreciation, Army Strong Bands all month - free indoor cycling, yoga and Friday Fitness with Frank
12 - Household Goods and PCS Entitlements, 1-2:30pm, Army Community Service Classroom
Running Clinic, 11:30am-12:30pm, Fitness Center
13 - Hydrostatic Body Fat Testing, 7am-4pm
SOS Memorial Day Ceremony, 1-2pm, Conference Center of the Americas
16 - City of Doral 5K, 7:30am, Morgan Levy Park
18 - Civilian vs. Federal Government Resume, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
ArtsPark Movie Night, every Friday, 8-10pm. Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500. Free, http://hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx.
Broadwalk Friday Fest, every Friday, 7:30-9pm, Charnow Park / Garfield Community Center, 300 Connecticut St., Hollywood, FL 33019, 954.921.3404, free, http://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx.
Funtastic Fridays for Kids, every Friday, 5-9:30pm, Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500, http://www.visithollywoodfl.org/events.aspx.
Dream Car Classic Car Show, recurring monthly on the 1st Sunday, 10am-3pm, Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL, 954.825.1027, free, The Downtown Hollywood
Dream Car Classic Car Show features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest. Vehicle registration is $20. To pre-register for the Dream Car Classic, visit wwwCobraJoeProductions.com. Vehicles will be registered the morning of the show as space permits. Participation limited to 85 vehicles. Awards for the Top 30 vehicles and the People’s Choice Award.
First Thursday Starry Nights at NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, to June 1 - recurring monthly on the 1st. 5-8pm, Free, One E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, 954.262.0204. http://nsuartmuseum.org/.
Ranger Led Walks/Tours, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, weekly on Friday, Saturday, 10:30am. Free with park admission: Park entry fees apply $2 per pedestrian, $4 single person in a vehicle, $6 two or more persons in a vehicle. 3109 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, 954.564.4521. https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Hugh-Taylor-Birch.
Dragons & Drums, May 7 Artspark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020 9 5 4 . 9 2 1 . 3 5 0 0 . Celebrate Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month at the ArtsPark. Fire dancers, Japanese Taiko drummers, Hula dancers, Chinese lions and dragons. http://www.hollywoodfl.org/index.aspx?nid=65
MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events
Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) Free every first Thursday 10am-9pm. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Free Second Saturdays, monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. 1-4pm. http://www.pamm.org/. http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/event/pamm-free-second-saturdays/24406.
10th Annual All Kids Included Free Family Arts Festival, May 7, 10am, provides a full day of activities and cultural experiences for children with and without disabilities. Entertainment, fun activities, creative arts for all, art exhibitions, and awards and resources. South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211th St., Cutler Bay, FL 33189, 786.573.5316, http://smdcac.org/events/10th-annual-all-kids-included-family-arts-festival.
City of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks presents its SoundScape Cinema Series, Free movies under the stars at SoundScape. Showtime is 8pm RAIN OR SHINE unless otherwise noted. New World Center: Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage, 500 17th St., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305.673.7577, May 4 Ant-Man, 11 Little Fockers, 18 Forrest Gump, 25 Independence Day. http://www.mbculture.com.
R e d l a n d International Orchid Show, May 13-15, This American Orchid S o c i e t y - j u d ge d event is the largest annual orchid show
in the U.S., featuring over 50 booths of educational exhibits and orchid vendors. The event will feature orchids, plants and supplies for sale, as well as lectures by experts, raffles and international food. 9am-5pm. $10 per person. Fruit and Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave., Miami, FL 33031, 305.247.5727, http://www.fruitandspicepark.org.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - http://www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp
Campfire & Owl Walk at Bill Sadowski Park, May 20, 7:30-9pm. Enjoy an evening of discovery in the world of owls! Start the night with a presentation all about these nocturnal birds before entering the nature trails to search for them with a guide. See the difference of the park after dark and encounter other nocturnal natives such as raccoons and night spiders. Meets at park EcoCenter; bring comfortable closed-toe shoes, insect repellent, and a flashlight. Bring marshmallows to roast on our campfire following the walk. $6/person. If you need materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, and/or any accommodation to participate in this
meeting, call 305.255.4767, 305.666.5885 or email [email protected] at least five days in advance. EcoCenter, 17555 SW 79 Avenue, Miami, FL 33157, 305.255.4767, $6. https://rms.miamidade.gov/Saturn/Activities/Details.aspx?session_id=54350&back_url=fi9BY3Rpdml0aWVzL1NlYXJjaC5hc3B4
Chapman Field Kayak Trek, May 21, 10am, Learn about the history and ecology of this once-airfield turned park as you paddle
through a variety of South Florida habitats. Fish and birds are plentiful as you journey through a mangrove forest, past an active bird rookery and into the Biscayne Bay. This trip meets at the Chapman Field Park launch ramp; please bring plenty of drinking water (at least one quart), closed-toe shoes, and protection from the sun. 13601 Deering Bay Drive, Miami, FL 33170, Miami EcoAdventures, 305.666.5885, $30, https://rms.miamidade.gov/Saturn/Activities/Details.aspx?session_id=54645&back_url=fi9BY3Rpdml0aWVzL1NlYXJjaC5hc3B4. MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/
Key Largo’s Original Music Festival, May 12-15. Sample the food, entertainment and ambiance of Key Largo during this singers and songwriters event. Multiple “on the water” venues feature Nashville’s hit songwriters and musicians as well as unique local entertainers. 305.394.3736, www.KeyLargoOriginalMusicFest.com.
Battle in the Bay Dragon Boat Festival, May 14. The waters off Sombrero Beach are to be transformed into a swift racecourse for a day of dragon boat racing that involves 20 paddlers moving in unison a combination of strength and teamwork. Sombrero Beach provides a pristine setting and unique, direct-from-the-beach launch for the sleek, 40-foot-long race boats. The festival is free and open to the public. Food, beverages, merchandise and a variety of entertainment are to be available shoreside. Contact: Christine Canevari 813-426-3544, [email protected].
Memorial Day is a time for us to reflect on those who lost their lives in service to our nation. The Gold Star and Next of
Kin Lapel buttons are presented to their surviving Family members in remembrance of those whose lives were lost. When you see people wearing the pins, recognize they are part of a family that has made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Here is some information regarding the pins. If you are authorized to wear the pin and would like one, please contact Survivor Outreach Services. We will be glad to help.
Gold Star and Next of Kin Lapel Buttons
These small lapel buttons, or pins, as they are commonly called, are normally presented to eligible Family members prior to the military funeral service. Although they are less than an inch in size, they are packed with great meaning and emotion. They are not awards. They are symbols of honor. Here is how you can tell them apart.
Gold Star Lapel Button
In 1947, Congress approved the use of the Gold Star Lapel Button as a way to recognize the Families of service members who lost their lives while engaged
in action against an enemy of the United States.
This symbol consists of a gold star on a purple background, bordered in gold and surrounded by gold laurel leaves. It is designated for eligible survivors of service members who lose their lives during any armed hostilities in which the United States is engaged, dating back to World War I. This includes service members who lose their
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employees and dependents of civilian employees to a safe location. However, emergency managers of Miami-Dade say mass evacuation of all residents is not recommended for storms within 72 hours of South Florida since traffic congestion would leave people vulnerable in their automobiles. Therefore, it is very unlikely the commander will order a mass evacuation prior to a storm. Those who live in storm surge zones, mobile homes, or other non-resilient homes need to make personal plans for evacuation.
My home has no storm protection (shutters, storm windows) or I live in a mobile home. I intend to evacuate. What should I do?
Advance planning is essential. Plan to pack your family, pets and important documents quickly. Make prior arrangements to stay with family or friends in a safe, storm-ready house. Another option is to go to a storm-ready hotel. Finally, county storm shelters are available; it is prudent to locate closest shelters early and know the route. Once you’ve decided on your destination, notify your chain of command of your location.
Will the government reimburse me if I evacuate my home?
Not normally. Only an ordered evacuation from the installation commander obligates reimbursement. Civil authorities may order an evacuation; however, they cannot obligate government funds.
May I bring my family and pets to HQ SOUTHCOM installation to ride out the storm? No. The installation is not a Red Cross certified
shelter. Without special funding, the installation can’t support care and feeding for additional personnel.
What do I do after the storm?
Take care of immediate safety concerns first. Contact chain of command as soon as possible after storm passage. If unable to reach chain of command, call the SOUTHCOM JOC at 305.437.3600. Text messages often will be delivered when normal cell phone calls will not go through. If you have no communications, try your neighbors.
References:
County emergency management pages contain locations of shelters, generator-powered gas stations and grocery stores, storm preparation checklists and more.
lives while deployed in support of military operations against the enemy or during an international terrorist attack.
Gold Star Next of Kin Button
In 1977, the Army approved issue of the Lapel Button for the Next of Kin of Deceased Personnel to honor those who lose their lives while serving on active duty or while assigned in a Reserve or National Guard unit in a drill status. Issue of the button is retroactive to 29 March 1973.”
This symbol consists of a gold star within a circle that commemorates his or her honorable service. The gold star is also surrounded by sprigs of oak that represent the branches of the Armed Forces. It is designated for eligible survivors of service members who lose their lives while serving honorably under circumstances not defined above. This includes service members who lose their lives while assigned to a Reserve or National Guard unit in a drill status. It is authorized for issue retroactive to March 29, 1973.
Who can wear the pin?
The Family members entitled to receive and wear these symbols are the widow or widower; each child, stepchild, and child through adoption; each brother, half brother, sister, and half-sister; and each of the parents (this includes mother, father, stepmother, stepfather, mother through adoption, father through adoption, and foster parents in loco parentis).
I did not receive a pin, where do I get one?
If you are an eligible Family member, but did not receive the lapel button to which you are entitled, you can request one through the National Archives. You can also apply for a replacement should yours ever be lost or damaged. If you would like help applying for a new or replacement Lapel Button, contact Survivor Outreach Services at 305.437.2178.
On Memorial Day - Thoughts from Survivor Outreach Services
Of Sacrifice and Survivors
If you have lost a loved one in the service of your country, here are some thoughts for you to consider. When you think about and remember your loved one who died while serving in the military, what comes to your mind? Do you find yourself wishing you could do more to honor the memory of your loved one? Do you wish sometimes you could share those favorite memories?
Benefits of Events for Survivors
The Survivor Outreach Services programs and events are ways of sharing memories. This sharing can be very painful and difficult, but doing so can lead to healing. Sharing memories with other military survivors also provides you an audience that may be able to understand what you’re going through. Finding ways to bring you, the military survivor, together with others who have suffered the death of a Service Member can have great rewards.
Our Challenge for Events
If military survivor events can be helpful to you, why aren’t there more of them? That’s a great question. The answer often comes down to finding affordable venues. This is where you can help. If you know of, or belong to, an organization, a business, or a house of worship that has an affordable meeting place, please contact Survivor Outreach Services. We will gladly work with you to plan an event that will help you, and keep your loved one’s memory alive.
2016 Events in Florida for Military Survivors
TAPS
The Tragedy Assistance Program for
Survivors (TAPS,) is offering two Florida
retreats this year. Mark your calendars:
TAPS Florida Siblings Retreat in Destin, FL,
May 4-8,2016. Registration is now open.
http://www.taps.org/Retreats/2016/Florida/
Siblings/
TAPS National Military Suicide Survivor
Seminar and Good Grief Camp for Young
Survivors, St. Petersburg Beach, FL,
September 30-October 3, 2016. You can get
more information on this and other Survivor
orientated events by contacting the Survivor
Outreach Services Coordinator, John Shoupe
at 305.437.2178 or john.h.shoupe.civ@mail.
mil.
Bereavement Resource Guide
New York Life and The Moyer Foundation
have produced a National Bereavement
Resource Guide specific to Florida that lists
Florida Grief Camps and Grief Organizations
and much more. To find these resources, go
to http://www.moyerfoundation.org/nbrg/
default.aspx and click on Learn More > ,
then click on View Resources >, then click
on Florida.
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWS
FAMILY SUPPORT NEWSMilitary Spouse Employment Career Portal (MSEP)
Spouses seeking potential flexible and portable employment are invited to visit the Military
Spouse Employment Partnership Portal https://
msepjobs.militarysourceonesource.mil. Many businesses have committed to hire spouses.
MSEP is part of the Department of Defense’s Spouse Education and Career Opportunities Program. MSEP consist of more than 270 MSEP partners. MSEP is celebrating having hired 75,000 spouses and continues to expand by developing new partnerships with many Fortune 500 plus companies.
Spouses interested in using MSEP will need to register to access the portal. Up to five resumes could be tailored to specific openings or fields. Job search could be conducted through a basic search or by using an advance search by company, industry, or job type.
Registered spouses are able to research companies offering portable career opportunities, along with those interested in Telework, or virtual jobs in customer service, accounting, counseling and other occupations.
For additional information call 305.437.2639, e-mail: [email protected].
Spouses have military preference in federal employment
Spouses are challenged with having to move many times leading them to find employment at their new duty station. Under the Military Family Act established in 1985 the Military Spouse Preference program (MSP) was implemented by the Department of Defense. This program provides placement preference in DOD civilian personnel positions to military spouses who meet certain criteria. MSP applies to DOD vacancies only, and there are variations and exceptions that allow local hiring authorities to tailor their policies to meet their requirements.
Eligibility Requirements the MSP program:
• Spouse of an active duty member of the U.S. Military Services to include Coast Guard or full-time National Guard
• Must be relocating (not for separation or
retirement) to accompany your military sponsor under a permanent change of station (PCS) move to an active duty assignment; eligible to apply for MSP as early as thirty days prior to your reporting date at the new duty station
• Need to be married to the military sponsor
prior to the sponsor’s reporting date at the new assignment
• Position applied for must be within commuting distance of the sponsor’s permanent new duty station
• A “best qualified” rank must be obtained by the spouse applying for the position.
MSP preference is given over other candidates except disabled veterans, employees registered in the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program, and former employees returning from overseas. MSP applies to federal employment within the DOD civil service or Appropriated Fund (APF), and Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF.) They are considered separate hiring authorities and generally have separate hiring offices on military installations.
To Register for MSP:
If you meet the requirement for eligibility, you must apply for Program “S,” the Priority Placement Program for military spouses. This is the only way you can exercise your military spouse preference for an APF position (within CONUS). You can apply for the program through your local Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC.) You will be asked to provide certain documentation, which includes: • A copy of your sponsor’s PCS orders • A copy of an SF-50 (if you have prior federal
employment experience) or your DD214 (if
you are a former service member) • A copy of your most recent performance
appraisal (if you are a current or former federal employee)
• Other documentation, such as college transcripts or licenses, as required for the position.
For additional information call 305.437.2639, or e-mail: [email protected].
Social & professional networking links for spouses and family members
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com - An interconnected network of experienced professionals from around the world. You can find, be introduced to, and collaborate with qualified professionals that you need to work with to accomplish your goals.
• Facebook: www.facebook.com - A network that allows you to stay connected with people in your life via photos, videos, links and messaging.
• Twitter: www.twitter.com - A short messaging service that works over multiple networks and devices.
• In countries all around the world, people follow the sources most relevant to them and access information via Twitter as it happens—from breaking world news to updates from friends.
• YouTube: www.youtube.com - A video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos. A great place to upload video resumes, demo reels.
• MySpace: www.myspace.com - A social networking website with an interactive, user-submitted network of friends, personal profiles, blogs, groups, photos, music and more.
• Plaxo: www.plaxo.com - Plaxo is an online address book and social networking service that allows you to access your contacts list anywhere you go.
• Digg: www.digg.com - A place for people to discover and share content found on the web.
Links for General Employment
• College Job Bank: www.collegejobbank.com - A job board for entry level positions. Searchable by location, job title and industry.
• Indeed: www.indeed.com - Indeed.com is a search engine for jobs, allowing job seekers to find jobs posted on thousands of company
career sites and job boards.• Flip Dog: www.flipdog.com - Job postings for
creative professionals (search graphic design, creative professionals, and location).
• Craig’s List: www.craigslist.org - Local classifieds and forums - community moderated, and largely free. Jobs, housing, goods, services, local activities.
• Snag a Job: www.snagajob.com - Source for hourly and part time employment with thousands of employers.
• Monster: www.monster.com Jobsite for job postings, setting up career profile, and resume profile.
• Career Builder: www.careerbuilder.com - Site has job postings, allows you to post your resume, uses technology, data analysis, a comprehensive partner network to match people to jobs and suggest postings to job seekers.
• JobVana: www.jobvana.com - Jobvana is a network that utilizes user provided content, creating a simple and trusted marketplace connecting those looking for services with individuals offering specialized skills. Job postings, services postings, skills postings.
• Palm Beach Post: http://hotjobs.palmbeachpost.com/index.html - Local job postings through Yahoo! Hot Jobs.
• Sun Sentinel: http://www.sun-sentinel.com/classified/jobs/ - Local job postings through Career Builder.
• Optimal Resume: dmac.optimalresume.com - Helps your build your online resume, cover letter and portfolio through a website. Includes a nationwide employer bank that can search through your resume.
For additional information call 305.437.2639, e-mail: [email protected]
7 quick tips for reviewing resumes and cover letters
Resume: Presents an immediate “Word Picture” of your skills, knowledge, abilities, along with measurable accomplishments that align with an employer’s defined job description. This document does not consist of one size fits all situations and requires changes depending on the position being applied.
1. Speed is important. Do a quick, basic resume and get it in the hands of prospective employers as soon as you can.
2. Include complete, formal contact information.
3. As you enter your information, keep the employer in mind and write your resume to represent your strongest talents and professional qualities.
4. This applies to your job objective, training, and proof of work performance.
5. Make it easy for anyone to quickly read your resume and understand what you offer for the position.
6. Project an image of quality by selecting a premium paper stock and carefully proof read your resume.
7. Create your own resume so that it truly reflects your professional style and tell your story!
Cover Letter: Purpose of a cover letter is to gain the employer’s attention to read your resume.1. Write to a specific person2. Make no mistakes (proof read)3. Personalize the letter (do not use a template)4. Present a professional appearance (quality paper)5. Use a friendly opening6. Target your skills and experience7. Close with an “Action Statement” (follow-up) and send all documentation they are asking for in a timely and professional manner
For additional information call: 305.437.2639, or e-mail: [email protected].
WHAT’S UP IN MWR?
5th Annual Strong B.A.N.D.S. campaign
takes place May 1-31, in recognition of “National
Physical Fitness and Sports Month.”
STRONG B.A.N.D.S. events:
• FREE STRONG B.A.N.D.S. Fitness
Challenge Kickoff, May 2
• FREE Yoga for the entire month,
Wednesdays and Fridays
• Runners Clinic, May 12
• Hydrostatic Body Fat Testing, May 13 and
27
• Yoga Fest, May 18 and 25
• FREE Indoor cycling, Tuesdays and
Thursdays
• FREE Friday Fitness Challenges
Check here for more information: http://miami.
armymwr.com/us/miami/miami-events/strong-
bnds?eID=429230.
Army Birthday 5K Run/Walk Bring
the kids! The whole family can participate in
the Army Birthday 5K Run/Walk, scheduled for
June 10, 6:30am. Start and finish at Gate #2.
Deadline to register is June 7. Registration forms
will be at the fitness center front desk. For more
information, call the fitness center front desk,
305.437.0123. outs?eID=435766
Army 10 Miler Try Outs, Friday, June 24
at 0500. The top eight males and two females
will be selected to represent the command at
the upcoming Army Ten-Miler in Washington,
D.C. on October 9, 2016.
2nd Annual Body Building Competition - Participate in the Body Building Competition,
scheduled for 13 August, 11am, at the USAG-Miami Fitness Center. The pre-event workshop and
seminar will take place on Saturday, May 7 at 1pm with Frank Same. Deadline to register for the
competition is July 26.
Summer Slam 2016 Basketball Tournament - 26 – 28 August 2016. Entry fee - $250 per
team. Maximum of 10 teams. Fee must be paid no later than July 1. For more information, contact the
fitness center, 305.437.0123 / 0124.
The Maltz Challenge, in honor of our fallen heroes. took place on March 11, 2016 at the
Warrior Training Testing Facility. The event promotes healthy behaviors and goodwill among
the Armed Services, Civilians and Law Enforcement in the community. Mr. Chuck Noonan,
Miami field DEA Agent, coordinated the event.
The thirty participants included Active Duty and retired military, DoD civilians, reservists,
members of other DoD agencies, Family members, and others. The event is a personal
challenge.
The Maltz Challenge was won by Mr. John Garcia with a time of 15 minutes and 21 seconds.
This year’s Maltz Challenge honored PFC Rachel K. Bosvled and Chief Petty Officer Aaron C.
Vaughn. PFC Bosveld, 19, of Waupun, Wisconsin was fatally injured during a mortar attack
on the Abu Ghraib Police Station in Iraq. Bosveld was assigned to the 527th Military Police
Company, V Corps, Giesen, Germany. She died on October 26, 2003. Elite Navy SEAL, Aaron
Carson Vaughn, was born in Tennesee and was 30 years old. He was killed August 6, 2011
when a Chinook chopper carrying 30 American troops was shot down in Afghanistan.
Monday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Tuesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
Schedule is subject to change$3 per class or $25 for 10 classes
Pay with cash, check or credit cardPlease arrive on time for class
First Come – First Served
Hours of OperationMonday – Thursday: 0500 – 2100, Friday: 0500 - 2000Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 1700, closed on holidaysOpen to Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military & their Dependents305.437.0123/0124
Friday1100-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free1215-1315 Yoga
Wednesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-115 Yoga1500-1600 Zumba1600-1800 Functional Fitness
Thursday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1100-1300 Self Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling 1230-1330 Functional Fitness
All employees (no guests) may use the near
Olympic-sized swimming pool at: Miami-Dade Public Safety
Training Institute9601 NW 58th Street
Miami, FL 33178305.715.5000
Monday - Friday, 6am-6pm
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER NEWS
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse, contact
Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911Child Abuse -1.800.96A.BUSE or 1.800.962.2873
School Age Center Summer Camp!The themes for this summer are:
June 13-17 Einstein’s Adventures
June 20-24 Zoo Review
June 27– July 1 Scavenger Hunt
July 5-8 The Knights of SAC
July 11-15 Sport Fanatics
July 18-22 Johnny Appleseed
July 25-29 The Moon, Mars and Beyond
Aug. 1-5 Creepy Crawly Entomology
Aug. 8-12 The Science of Cooking
Monday, through Friday, 7am - 5:30pm. You may register your K-5th grade child for the weeks you need. Space is limited so register early! Field trips are provided at additional cost. Call Parent Central - 305.437.2633/1141
BROWARD COUNTY - [email protected]. SOCSOUTH - www.facebook.com/groups/socsouthredfam
The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators
ZIP CODE GROUPS
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, [email protected] 305.437.3078Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Cheryl A. Davis, [email protected] 305.437.2932ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, [email protected] 305.437.3085Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, [email protected]; Connie Sova, [email protected] 305.437.1744 / 2428Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) - Carmen Rivera Martinez, [email protected] 305.437.3076
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600 For appointments call 305.437.3559 Services TRICARE enrolled membersTRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa LockaDomestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519Family Counseling Center 305.437.3086Housing Referral 305.437.2642Education Service 305.437.2287Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR)
Office of Administration: Director - Sheryl Byrd, [email protected] 305.437.2720 Administration - Sherry Good, [email protected] 305 .437.2409 Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, [email protected] 305.437.1144 Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, [email protected] 305.437.3149E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ mail.milToll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services
Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 [email protected] Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, 305.437.1595
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141CYSS Coordinator - VacantAdministration - Mary Gomez, [email protected] Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, [email protected] Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer -Outreach Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, [email protected] Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, [email protected]
Family Programs Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, [email protected] 305.437.2644Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allison 305.437.1407Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Vacant 305.437.2645Employment Readiness - Joe Pagan, [email protected] 305.437.2639Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, [email protected] 305.437.2734Sexual Assault Response Coordinator - Vacant 305.437.1137 Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - John Shoupe, [email protected] 305.437.2178Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, [email protected] 305.437.2667SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite, [email protected] 305.437.2653
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER
WHO’S WHO IN MWR
Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator joins the Team
Army Community Service has
a new member on the team.
Mr. John Shoupe has joined
our team as the new Survivor
Outreach Services Support
Coordinator. John comes to us
from Stuttgart, Germany where
he was the Quality of Life
Advisor for US Africa Command.
John has more than 40 years
of experience in Army Morale,
Welfare and Recreation which
he brings to the Miami military community. He previously was both
an Army Community Service Director and an MWR Director, and
was the Director of Advanced Management Training for the MWR
Academy. John is a welcome addition to our ACS, SOS and MWR
team where his experience will make a difference in the delivery
of programs and services to our Survivor population. Welcome
John! You may contact John at 305.437.2178.
The Bugle Boy is an unofficial, bimonthly publication of the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, and is published for members of the United States Southern Command. Contents of The Bugle Boy are not necessarily the official views of, or are endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Southern Command. The distribution, mention or use of any sponsor’s products, services, or funds by the U.S. Southern Command does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of advertising in this newsletter does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army, the U. S. Southern Command or the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by the advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. To submit story ideas, articles, or purchase advertising, call 305.437.3149 or email [email protected].
