1. AFAP
The next AFAP Conference will be 29 October-2 November 2012. Please submit issues online at:
http://himwr.com. Contact Heather Miles at (808) 655-0705 or heather.m.miles4.civ@mail.mil.
Army Family Action Plan (AFA) is one of the Army’s most effective tools in managing change and
improving the well being of all who work for and support the U.S. Army. AFAP is for the entire Army
Family: Soldiers, Family Members, DA Civilians, Retirees, National Guard, Reservists and Survivors.
AFAP Success Stories: Established minimum standards for Army childcare; Established Military
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP); Mandates state charge no more than in-state tuition rates for military
personnel and their dependents; MWR Kennels at Halawa Valley on the island of Oahu . These are
just a few issues that have been resolved for our Army Family through the AFAP process.
AFTB
AFTB Level I: September 18, 0800-1530. NCO Academy located on Higgins Road
AFTB Level II: September 19- 20, 25- 26, 1700-2100; ACS Training Center, Bldg 647
ACS Instructor Training (ITC): September 12-14, 0830-1500; Bldg 647
Contact Ferne Conroy at (808) 655-0671 or ferne.r.conroy.civ@mail.mil.
Information and Referral
Newcomers Orientation Ho’ike: September 6th, 13th, 20th, & 28th; 0900-1200, Nehelani Schofield
Barracks
Newcomers Orientation: September 12th; 0900-1130 , Fort Shafter, 1Lt Brostrom Community
Center
ACS Island Tour: September 8th & 22nd;0730 – 1600, Schofield Barracks, ACS
Sponsorship Training: September 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th; 1000-1100 & 1400-1500. Helping
Sponsors understand that good sponsorship can make a difference in helping Soldiers and Families
make a smooth transition to Hawaii. ACS on Schofield Barracks & Fort Shafter
Financial Readiness
First Term Financial Training: September 10th, 17th, 20th, & 24th, 0830-1630, Schofield Barracks,
ACS This workshop focuses on basic financial skills to help develop self-reliance and personal
responsibility. The goal is to encourage these Soldiers and Families to understand their personal
finances and learn tools for financial success. This is a mandatory program of instruction for First
Term Soldiers offered every Monday (except Federal Holidays). Soldiers must bring an EOM LES.
A certificate is awarded to each participant who completes the 8 hours of instruction.
Money Management: September 5th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS. Learn basic tools for
financial success through developing a spending plan, reducing expenses and making your
paycheck work for you
Basics of Budgeting: September 12th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS
Sick of living paycheck to paycheck? This class will help you develop a budget, track expenses, and
create a system to save and pay your bills on time. Please bring a copy of your LES and a list of
bills. https://mypay.dfas.mil

2. Your Credit Report & Score: September 19th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS
No credit or bad credit, this class will help you increase your credit score and understand how
lenders see you. Know where you stand before making a large purchase. Bring one copy of your
credit report from: www.annualcreditreport.com
Basic Investing & TSP: September 26th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks, ACS. The best time to
start investing is NOW! Learn the basics of the Thrift Savings Plan and other investment options
including stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. www.tsp.gov
Employment Readiness
Employment Orientation: September 7th, 14th and 28th, 0900-1030, Schofield Barracks, ACS
Civilian Resume Writing: September 27th, 0900-1030, Schofield Barracks, ACS
Learn how to tailor your resume for a civilian sector job, gain helpful tips on job searching in the
civilian sector as well as how to prepare for an interview.
Ten Steps to a Federal Job: September 20th & 21st, 0900-1100 , Fort Shafter, ACS This is a 2-
day seminar that will give the Ten Steps to Success in the Federal Resume Process
Family Advocacy Program
Expectant Parents Class: September 6th, 13th, & 20th, 1400-1530, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647.
This is a series of 6 workshops will teach you what to expect when you bring baby home. Call Ginny
at 655-0669 or virginia.c.wescott.ctr@mail.mil with questions.
Anger Awareness: September 20th, 1500-1630; SB ACS. This workshop provides information
about the basic mechanisms of anger and how to manage it. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or
virginia.c.wescott.ctr@mail.mil with questions.
Respect in Conflict: September 12th, 1500-1700; AMR Teen Center. This workshop will show
teens how to incorporate new techniques for showing respect during conflict. Call Ginny at 655-0669
or virginia.c.wescott.ctr@mail.mil with questions.
Scream Free Parenting: September 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th; HMR Community Center. We will show
you how to stay calm and connected with your child. This is a 4 part series. You do not have to
attend all 4 classes, but it is recommended. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or virginia.c.wescott.ctr@mail.mil
with questions.
Scream Free Parenting: September 25th, Fort Shafter. We will show you how to stay calm and
connected with your child. This is a 4 part series. You do not have to attend all 4 classes, but it is
recommended. Call Ginny at 655-0669 or virginia.c.wescott.ctr@mail.mil with questions.
Starts with two, Ends with two: September 17th, 1700-1830, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647
Schofield. This workshop will teach you how to reconnect with your spouse, get to know yourself
once your kids move out and forge your new identity as their part-time parent.
Compassion Fatigue: September 20th, 1300-1430, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647 Schofield
Barracks. Affects many caregivers. We could also experience this with our jobs. Join us for a
stimulating workshop as we explore this topic and find the right tools for success in dealing with
compassion fatigue.
Boot Camp for New Dads: September 8th, 0900-1230, ACS Training Center, Bldg 647 Schofield
Barracks. A unique Father-to-Father workshop that has been recognized worldwide as the
premiere program for new dads.
EFMP Communication & Coping Workshop: September 5th, 1000-1130, Schofield Barracks ACS.
Mobilization and Deployment
FRG Esstentials(FRG 101, Key Callers, Fundraising, VMIS): September 8th, 0900-1345;
September 26th & 27th, 1800-2015. Schofield Barracks ACS.

3. Master Resiliency Training for FRG Volunteers & FRSAs): September 18th, 1200-1400