2012 09 03 cyp update nrsw a anchor sept oct 2012

Navy Region Southwest School Liaison Newsletter

SeptemberOctober2012

academicanchorConnecting Navy Families, Commands and K-12 Schools

AIn this issue:Current Events . . . . . . . . . . 1

Partnershipsin Education . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Transition Support . . . . . . . 3

Deployment Support . . . . . 5

Command, School, andCommunity Connections . . 7

Home School Linkeage . . . 8

Post-SecondaryPreparation . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

EFMP Resources . . . . . . . 10

Navy School Liaison Contacts . . . . . . . Back Cover

Addressing educational issues that affect military children in Navy Region Southwest.

Current Events

1 Academic Anchor • September-October 2012 Navy Region Southwest School Liaison Newsletter

Michelle Lange is the new School Liaison for Naval Base San Diego and is work-ing in the Murphy Canyon area. Michelle has extensive experi-ence as a classroom teacher and a wealth of knowledge on Special Needs Navigation.

Welcometo our two new

School Liaison Officersto the NRSW team!

Tina Paulson is the new School Liaison for Point Loma Naval Base and is working the coastal area (west of I-5). Tina is a former Marine Corps School Liaison as well as a trainer with the Military Child Education Coalition.

Both Michelle and Tina are wonderful additions to our team. If you see them in your schools, on base, or around the community, please say hello. They are excited about working on behalf of our military children and families!

South Bay Union School District’s

MilitaryParentCouncil

2012-2013

Meeting Date Meeting Time Meeting Location

August 12, 2012 . . . . . 10-11 am . . . SBUSD Office

October 9, 2012 . . . . . 10-11 am . . . Nestor Elementary

December 11, 2012 . . . 10-11 am . . . Nicoloff Elementary

February 5, 2013 . . . . . 10-11 am . . . SBUSD Office

April 9, 2013 . . . . . . . 10-11 am . . . Berry Elementary

May 21, 2013 . . . . . . 10-11 am . . . SBUSD Office

For more information, please contact your SBUSD School Liaison Officer,Kelly Donahue at [email protected]

September-October 2012 • Academic Anchor 2Navy Region Southwest School Liaison Newsletter

Partnerships In Education

Throughout last school year, several commands have supported school events and activities through the Partnership in Education Program (PIEs). Partnerships in Education allow service members the opportunity to assist with improving academic performance in students, discuss and mentor students through difficult times, and provide the opportunity to show to our neighbors not only here in San Diego, but throughout NRSW, the Navy’s devoted and continuous commitment to promote effective collaboration.

Through PIEs, the Navy and local schools have a better understanding of each other. Schools and districts have a better understanding of the lifestyle of today’s Navy sailor, and service members have a better understanding of the academic and instructional atmosphere in our local schools.

PIE VolUntEEr HIgHlIgHt on

AE1 Montelongo

CnAttU Unit lemoore takes the opportunity to make a difference in the lives

of children through their long-term partnership with Shelly Baird School in Kings

County. Shelly Baird School provides education for pupils with special needs

on site, and at 16 satellite classrooms throughout lemoore and Hanford. AE1

Juan Montelongo takes the lead in the commands partnership with Shelly Baird

School. In addition to organizing command participation for holiday celebrations,

and command-wide participation for the Kings County Special olympics, AE 1

Montelongo DJs school dances at the main campus and the satellite campuses.

“I am humbled each time I show up to play music for the children, they are so

excited each time I arrive.” CnAttU Unit lemoore volunteering is testament to

the community spirit embraced by so many navy commands.

If your command would like additional information regarding establishing a PIE or volunteering in any

school events in San Diego, please feel free to contact your installation School Liaison Officer, available at

http://navylifesw .com/sloor the

Regional School Liaison Officer, 619-532-4251.

Help Support

Partners in Education

As the new school year has already started in some school districts, more and more commands have contacted the School Liaison Officers to offer support and establish a Partnership in Education with one of the local schools here in San Diego. The School Liaison Officers greatly appreciate all of the commands and installations that have stepped forward to reach out and support our local schools.


Transition Support

To ensure smooth transition, process should be started approximately 30 days before move.

From the Parent/Guardian: Student’s original/certified birth certificate Student’s social security number/card Student’s shot record (yellow card)

Legal documents, as needed (power of attorney, custody papers, etc.)

Military housing orders, lease, rental agreement, mortgage document or

Proof of residency (1 or 2 recent utility bills)

Local emergency contact or two separate phone numbers

School Information: Address, phone numbers, email,

other contact information Course description book/grading scale

(for 6th grade and above)

School web page Other:_________________________

School Records: Most recent Report cards Withdrawal grades with schedule

or progress reports Test scores

(standardized or special program testing, etc.)

Current Individual Education Plan (IEP) Individual Accommodation Plan (504)

Medical records to support diagnosis, orders or care under IEP or 504

Triennial Report and/or Referral for Services Other:_________________________

Special Program Recordsas Appropriate:

Education Psych Assessment All Assessment Reports Gifted and Talented Program description English Learner or Bilingual Education

description At-Risk or other action plans for

classroom support RtI Plan (Response to Intervention)

Individualized School Healthcare Plan

School ARRIvAllet the school know:

If your child has an IEP, 504 or RtI Plan? Other supports received: - Tutoring - Counseling - Other Educational or Behavioral Concerns Specialized Classes or Programs

(GATE, Seminar, AP)

Follow up on: Are you EFMP? Does it affect your’

child’s education? Do you know your

Ombudsman, FRG or FRO?

check list for School Moves

To help your child through those first days at a new school,consider the following:•Arrangeaschooltourpriortoyourchildfirstday.Duringyour tour, locate the restrooms, bus or parent pick up areas, library, cafeteria and classrooms.•Preparealistofquestionswithyourchildtoaskschoolstaff while on your tour.•Askyournewschooliftheyhaveabuddyprogramfornew students: someone to show your child to class and meet them for lunch.•Readtheschoolhandbookwithyourchild.Unknowingly sending your child to school out of dress code, or unaware of school rules, can cause embarrassment for your child.

Changing Schools ~

Those First Days•Asyouareunpackingandsettingupyournewhome,make sureyouhaveadequateschoolsuppliesathomeforyourchild to complete homework.•Ifyourchildwillwalktoschool,mapoutaroute,andwalk it with your child before they start school. If you have to drive, traffic may be heavier around the time school starts and you may need to allow extra time. Whichever way your child will get to school, find out how long it takes, so your child is on time for class.•Haveyourchildjoinclubs/groupsoutsideschooltohelpthem make friends: Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, YMCA, Church Youth Groups, or activities through Navy programs like Youth Sports and Teen Programs are all great places for your child to make new friends.•Ifyourchildreceivesspecialeducationservices,asktoarrange a meeting with your child’s case manager to formally introduce yourself.•Talktoyourchildeverydayabouttheirnewschool.Teenagers canbeespeciallyquietaboutwhatisgoingonatschool,but askingopenendedquestionstoachildofanyagecanhelp initiateaconversation.Insteadofasking,“Howwasschool today?” Try, “What did you do in math today?” “What’s the biggest difference between this year and last year?” “Did you speak to anyone in your class today?” “Did you find any of your subjectschallenging?”•If,aftertwoweeksorso,yourchildisstillhavingtrouble adjusting,talkwithyourchild’steachersandschoolcounselorto discusswaysyoucanworktogethertohelpyourchildadjust.

Moving to a new school can be a difficult experience for a child:

“Will I make friends?”,

“What if I can’t keep up in my new classes?”,

What if I get lost on campus?”,

“Will I look out of place?”

Evenchildrenwhoadjusteasilyare nervous on their first day at a new school.


School Liaisons“Connecting Military Families,

Schools and theSan Diego Community”

NEED TO KNOW ?• How to resolve school issues• Ways for a smooth school transfer• San Diego school options• Special needs processes• Home school information• Graduation requirements and more...

Your School Liaison Officers can help!

Navy School Liaison Officershttp://navylifesw.com/slo

San Diego Metro - NB CoronadoServing: Coronado, South Bay/Imperial Beach619-247-9109

San Diego Metro NB Pt. LomaServing: Coastal area West of the 5 Fwy858-431-6482

San Diego Metro - NB San DiegoServing: Murphy Canyon area, Downtown619-991-2509

San Diego Metro - NB San Diego, NAF El CentroServing: East County/Santee/Lemon Grove/El Centro619-247-9082

Marine Corps School Liaison Officershttp://mciwestsl.mfpps.org/

MCAS MiramarServing: Mira Mesa, Scripps Ranch, University City, Tierrasanta (with Navy), Poway, Escondido, San Marcos, Encinitas, and Ramona. 858-577-8625/6633

MCRDServing: Kearny Mesa, Clairemont Mesa, Serra Mesa, Linda Vista, Old Town, and Pacific Beach and Point Loma (with Navy).619-524-8032/8033/0916

MCB Camp PendletonServing: Oceanside, Bonsall, Vista, Carlsbad, Fallbrook; and Riverside (with Navy) and Orange Counties.760-763-7385/7386

Marine CorpsSchool Liaison Officers

are available for in-person consultation at eachUSMC installation.

Appointmentsrecommended.

Navy Facebook: www.facebook.com/sandiegoschoolliaisonMarine Corps Facebook: www.facebook.com/k12marineswest

Stay ON TARGET with your School Liaison Officers

Navy School LiaisonOfficers are available forconsultation in the main

Housing Office, NBSD, Bldg. 3544,Monday-Friday by

appointment at619-556-9499.

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Deployment Support


When was the last time you talked with your loved ones about how you would communicate or find each other after a natural disaster?

Do you have an emergency kit? Natural or man-made disasters can strike at any time. Don’t let a crisis catch you unprepared.

Learn more about how Operation Prepare materials can make you and your loved ones READY for all that may come your way.

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Do you have a plan for natural disasters and crises?

Visitwww.cnic.navy.mil/cnic_hq_site/whatwedo/emergencymanagement/operationpreparednessfor more information on making a plan, preparing a kit, and regional resources.


S E P t E M B E r I S

Ombudsman Appreciation Month!Every September, we recognize the selfless contributions of our Navy Family Ombudsmen in support of their commands and families. Ombudsmen are volunteers that serve as the communication link between the command and families, provide resource referrals, and support the resiliency and preparedness of all members of the Navy family. Each year, the efforts of ombudsmen contribute to the Navy’sabilitytomeetmissionandoperationalrequirements,aswellas to support Sailors and their families. Ombudsmen, we salute you!

Calling All Commands!Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC) can help you make this month a special one for your command ombudsmen with ideas to help you recognize their service. Also, mark your calendars for the 30th annual Ombudsman Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, September 27. Lunch and a certificate of appreciation will be presented to all nominated ombudsmen. Command leadership and guests are also encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact the FFSC Ombudsman Coordinator at 619-556-7422.

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Domestic Violence Awareness& Prevention Month!In October 1987, the first Domestic Violence Awareness Month was observed. That same year marks the initiation of the first national domestic violence toll-free hotline.

This October, we hope you will help break the silence and stop the violence by understanding the definition, symptoms, and resources for domestic abuse survivors. Contact Fleet & Family Support Center at 619-556-8809 for more information and resources.

FallFestivalSaturday, October 13

9 am-1 pmFFSC Naval Base San Diego

(Bldgs 259 & 263)

Come learn about FFSC resources, meet other families, and have a fabulous time! Leave with edible treats and all the resources you

need.

Follow us on Facebook forinformation on registration,and contest guidelines at

http://www.facebook.com/FFCPor call 619-556-7404.

• Free Family Fun

• Workshops

• Arts and Crafts

• Costume Contest

• Trick-or-Treating

2nd Annual


Command, School & Community Connections

NAS FALLON, NEVADANavy Cyber Forces Fleet Intelligence Detachment Sailor IS2 (AW) Alicia Cleveland was on the NFL website ordering a Peyton Manning (her favorite player) jerseywhen she cameacross theNFL PLAY 60 Contest. This contest gives students, parents, and community members the chance to write a short essay about their community. The Grand Prize is a visit from the NFL Play 60 bus which includes activities and visits from some NFL Players. IS2 Cleveland saw this as a way to give back to her community. Although she did not win the Grand Prize, the NFL did choose to sendherathleticequipmentto distribute to local youth. When the NFL called her, at first she thought it was a joke! She decided thebest way to distribute the equipmentwouldbetohavesome sailors teach the kids how to use it. She enlisted the help of a former Sailor, Russell Cleveland, a personal trainer who recently completed a degree in Dietetics from the

NFL Play 60

University of Nevada Reno. IS2 Cleveland chose two local Fallon schools: Lahontan Elementary and Numa Elementary, to be recipients of the award.

The PIE (Partners in Education) between NAS Fallon and Lahontan Elementary is headed up by a group of Sailors, IS2 Cleveland is the Vice President of the leadership for that group. This close involvement provided the opportunity to

observe that the students at Lahontan do not participate in PE all year long. The equipment they do have isoldandinadequate.

Thursday, April 19 is the day the Sailors from NAS Fallon delivered the generous gift. The new equipmentprovided by the NFL PLAY 60Projectwasreceivedwithjoy and excitement. Whenthe sixth grade students ran outside and saw the Sailors in their PT gear and all the

new equipment, their faces lit up! Thekids were very excited and wanted to playwiththeequipmentrightaway!The

children were amazed and so thankful for theequipmentandthattheSailorswerethere to help them learn how to use it. IS3 Sean Grimes was even asked if he was Peyton Manning!

IS2 Cleveland has been looking into Grants and other programs that will help get all of the local children active, both military and civilian. She strongly believes that participation in group activities builds character, teamwork, and self-confidence. In the essay she makes the point that the local economy has been severely affected which results in a large percentage of children who live at or below poverty level.

The NFL PLAY 60 award was a welcome gift for this community. IS2 Alicia Cleveland is to be commended for her proactive behavior! Thank you to the Navy Sailors who helped to deliver the award and gave of their time to teach the kids how to play with it. A big, huge THANK YOU to the NFL PLAY 60Projectandallthosewhohavemadethispossible!

Sailors involved indistributing the

award are:

ISCS Pallas, DavidNC1 Caldera, JasonIS2 Cleveland, AliciaIS2 Quinlan, John

IS2 Dardon, RomaniIS3 Grimes, Sean

IS3 Kelley, Michael IS3 Wynter, BaronIS3 Travis, Trevor

IS3 Montagna, Mario

Contest Winners


Home School Linkage

Homeschoolcanbeawonderfulandfulfillingexperienceformilitaryfamilies.Homeschoolprovidesawaytostayconnectedwithyourchildrenwhiletheytaketheirjourneythroughtheschoolyears.Homeschoolingcanbeawaytostrengthenfamily ties and reduce stress and anxiety through multiple military moves. It is always important to stay connected with your children as they progress through their academic programs. When a child reaches the high school level, there are many more issues to take into consideration before they are fully prepared to graduate and enterintocollege.Howcanahomeschoolfamilypreparetheirchildforcollege?What are some of the resources available to help assist with this? Fortunately, there are a number of wonderful resources out there to assist you with this process. The best news is that these support programs are FREE!

OneresourcetoutilizeistosendawayforafreecopyofSAT/ACTPOWERPREPsoftware.Logontowww.eknowledge.com/military.asptoreceiveyourcopy.Shipping and handling are not included.

Middle and high school students can create a free account at www.SchoolQuest.org. School Quest has a terrific College Planner Program. Your child can take SAT prep tests, search for potential colleges and find scholarships to apply for.

Calculusmakingyoucrazyornotsurehowtosolveaquadraticequation?Haveyourstudentcreateanaccountatwww.tutor.com/militaryforfreetutoringinallacademic areas.

Don’t be shy about contacting your child’s district school. If your kid wants to be involved with school in a particular area, call and speak to a guidance counselor. Homeschoolstudentsareoftenwelcometoparticipateinband,choir,clubsorsports. These activities will help prepare your student for college and help them to acclimate to a mainstream environment when it is time to leave the nest.

Not sure what college to choose or which colleges are military friendly? Log onto www.militaryfriendlyschools.com, this website provides valuable information about schools that welcome military connected students. You will also want to find out which schools participate in the Yellow Ribbon program in order to get the most for yourPost9/11GIBill.

Theseresourcesprovideawaytobeginthejourneytowardlifeafterhighschool.Ifyou find that you need more specialized help, don’t forget that your friendly School Liaison Officer is always available to lend additional support and information.

Homeschool Support for High School Students:

How to Prepare for the

Next Step

www.eknowledge.com/military.asp

www.SchoolQuest.org

www.tutor.com/military

www.militaryfriendlyschools.com


Post-Secondary Preparation

FreshmenConsider the AVID Program (Advancement Via Individual Determination) if you are the first person in your family to attend college or a student in the “middle.” The AVID program is an elective course designed to help students succeed in colleges and universities. Students commit themselves to improvement and preparation for college. AVID offers a rigorous program of instruction in academic “survival skills” and college level entry skills. The AVID program teaches students how to study, read for content, take notes, and manage time.

For more information on the AVID program, please visit http://www .avid .org/.

SophomoresStudents and parents often want to know if colleges desire students to take more challenging Advanced Placement courses and risk receiving a lower grade, or to take a lower level course and possibly receive a higher grade. If your school offers advanced or honors courses, taking those challenging classes throughout high school will show the people reading your application that you’re serious about your education and that you’re ready to thrive in college. The National Association for College Admission Counseling’s (NACAC) annual State of College Admissions survey consistently finds that student performance in college preparatory classes is the most important factor in the admission decision.

Please visit the “CollegeBoard” websitehttp://professionals .collegeboard .com/guidance/prepare/honors-apformoreinformationonHonorsandAdvancedPlacementcourses.

JuniorsConsider an internship. Internships are becoming increasingly popular at the high school level. The idea of pursuing an internship probably doesn’t cross most high school students’ minds, which is an excellent reason to pursue one. Work experience at a respected company or organization, especially if it’s related to a field you might pursue in college, will only strengthen your college applications. It’s a great way to stand out from the crowd.

Please visit http://people .rit .edu/gtfsbi/Symp/highschool .htm#introfor a list of high school internships around the country, many of them paid.

AdditionalInformationonHighSchoolInternshipshttp://www .highschoolinternships .com/high-school/http://www .internships .com/summerinternships/high-school-students

SeniorsWork on college applications and investigate scholarships. Pay close attention to applicationdeadlines, especially thosewith an early application/decisionadmission process.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA) gives high school seniors and current college students access to a variety of financial aid and loans.

Free Application forFederal Student Aidwww.fafsa.ed.gov

Examples of Scholarshipswww.scholarships.comwww.anchorscholarship.comwww.wingsoveramerica.uswww.militaryscholar.orgwww.navyleague.com

Helpful College Preparation

Tips to Consider


EFMP Resources

EFMP Invites You! All adults who have an Exceptional Family Member (EFM) are invited to a monthly meeting facilitated by the EFM Liaisons from the Fleet & Family Support Center. It’s an opportunity to network with other military families who have a family member with special needs and to learn what resources have helped them improve their quality of life.

WEDNESDAY

3OCTOBER

WEDNESDAY

5SEPTEMBER

Meetings are held from 6-8 pmat the San Diego Regional Center, 4355 Ruffin Road, San Diego 92123.

The next meetings will be held Wednesday, September 5, and Wednesday, October 3.

Call 619-571-4781 for more information and childcare options.

You’re more than welcome to bring your child to this workshop. However, if you prefer, childcare is available for a fee at theChildren’s Waiting room, located in building 2.

Please call ahead to reserve space at 619-532-6665.registration and shot records are needed for first time visits.

EFMPorIEntAtIonProvided by Fleet & Family Support Center and Naval Medical Center San Diego

Comejoinusforthesewonderfulandeducationaleventswithyour Naval Medical Center San Diego EFMP Liaison, EFMP Coordinator and EFMP Social Worker.

to rEgIStErCalll Centralized Scheduling

at 866-923-6478.

1-2 pm

August 12September 18october 16November 20December 18

naval Medical Center San Diego34800 Bob Wilson DriveBuilding 2, Pediatric Conference room

call 619-767-1618 for information.

Michelle LangeMurphy Canyon/Downtown

michelle .lange2@navy .mil 619-991-2509

Shannon MilderNavy Region SouthwestRegional School Liaison Officer

shannon .milder@navy .mil619-532-4251

Kelly DonahueCoronado/South Bay/Imperial Beach

kelly .donahue@navy .mil619-247-9109

Chanin MassagliaEast County/Santee/Lemon Grove/El Centro

chanin .massaglia@navy .mil619-247-9082

Tina PaulsonCoastal Schools/Point Loma

tina .paulson@navy .mil858-431-6482

Monica JamesNaval Base Ventura County

monica .james@navy .mil805-989-5211

Margaret GladdersNAS Lemoore

margaret .gladders@navy .mil559-998-2242

Melissa BurnsNAS Fallon

melissa .l .burns@navy .mil775-426-3738

Tina WekellNSA/Monterey

ecwekell@nps .edu831-656-1008

Paula EmmertNavy Region SouthwestDeputy School Liaison Officer

paula .emmert@navy .mil858-349-7678

Your Navy School Liaison Contacts

www .facebook .com/sandiegoschoolliaison

Academic AnchorSeptember/October2012