Edukasion Tollai October-December 2018

Quarterly school liaison magazine sharing educational information and resources that positively impact school-age military and DOD affiliated children and their families within Joint Region Marianas, Guam.

OCT - DEC 2018

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elcome to our fifth edition, School Liaison Officer (SLO) Magazine! Joint Region Marianas (JRM) continues to provide ongoing communication to our military families across our beautiful island of Guam. This quarterly publication, TOLLAI EDUKASION, is designed to highlight various programs, events and people that are the heart of our military educational programs. TOLLAI EDUKASION “Bridge to Education” videos below were created by Guam High School Students.

As your Regional/Installation School Liaison Officers, it is our goal to continue to BRIDGE partnerships while continuing to connect Families, Installations, Schools, Child & Youth Programs and the Community. If you have any good news stories you wish to include in the TOLLAI EDUKASION Magazine, please email us at sloguam@fe.navy.mil. Thank you for your support!

Ms. Barbara Askey Tollai Edukasion - Video Promo 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQ6NgTuFhA0 Tollai Edukasion - Video Promo 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAjZcQs9lb4 Tollai Edukasion - Video Promo 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHn809JgQgY Tollai Edukasion - Video Promo 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w7gJ0SXBEo

ON THE COVER: Old Spanish Bridge at Sella Bay Photo by Nadia Horn

FAREWELL TO MS. LYDIA BROUSSARD Regional/Andersen School Liaison Officer Ms. Lydia was graciously farewelled by her co-workers and colleagues on August 3, 2018 at Joint Region Marianas J9. She was commended for her hard work and contributions to the Child and Youth Programs team.

Lydia’s kind heart and generosity will be missed and will serve her well at her next duty station in South Carolina.

ISSUE 5 October 2018 - December 2018 2 Letter from Editors 4 Post-Secondary Preparation 7 Deployment Support

8 School Transition Support 9 Partnerships in Education

11 Command, School, Community 12 Child & Youth Programs 13 Youth Sponsorship

14 Special Needs System Navigation 15 Homeschool Linkage

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POST-SECONDARY PREPARATION

PREPARASION PARA I LA GRADU EDUKASION I MANTAK’HILU McCool Middle School 8th Grade Academic Achievement Ceremony during which McCool Middle School 8th graders were congratulated by RDML Shoshana Chatfield Commander Joint

Region Marianas, Master Chief Brian Ortega Joint Region Marianas Region Master Chief, CDR Jason Wilkerson Naval Base Guam Executive Officer, and Ms. Kelly Pulliam McCool School Principal.

Photo by Joint Region Marianas PAO

Photo by Andersen Middle School

8TH GRADE CEREMONIES RECOGNIZED STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

McCool School Keynote speaker, Rear Admiral Shoshana Chatfield Commander Joint Region Marianas recognized the McCool Middle School students for their hard work and encouraged them to view challenges as opportunities to learn and grow.

Written by School Liaison Officer

On June 14, 2018 at separate events McCool Middle School and Andersen Middle School 8th graders were recognized for their accomplishments and were promoted to 9th grade in the presence of their parents, teachers, school principals and special guests.

Photo by Joint Region Marianas PAO Rear Admiral Shoshana Chatfield Commander Joint Region Marianas speaks to McCool Middle School 8th Graders at the Academic Achievement Ceremony, June 2018

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Andersen Middle School 8th graders received awards and their accomplishments were recognized by Mr. Jim Journey DoDEA Guam Community Superintendent, Ms. Kaawa Fulton Andersen Middle School Principal and Ms. Norma Jao Guidance Counselor.

GUAM HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2018 Photos and Written by School Liaison Officers Seventy- one DoDEA Guam High School Class of 2018 graduates received their diplomas on June 8, 2018 in the Guam High School gymnasium. The Class of 2018 graduates plan to attend college, enter military or the workforce. The students received a total of $2.6M in academic and athletic scholarships. Graduation speakers proudly acknowledged the

Mr. Chad Hunter conducting the school band for Guam High School Graduation. Photo by Katarina C.; June 8, 2018.

accomplishments of the Class of 2018 and delivered gems of guidance for proceeding on to the next stage in life. Guidance included be kind, be thankful, be courageous and take time to enjoy life while working hard towards goals and making a difference. Guest Speakers included Mr. Joseph Taitano, Guam High School Coach and Captain Jeffrey Grimes Chief of Staff Joint Region Marianas. Speakers from the school included Mr. Jason Sheedy Guam High School Principal, Ms. Mya Manibusan Senior Class President, Ms. Clemcei Jane Angara Salutatorian and Ms. Aria Amore Carino Palaganas Valedictorian. The entire event was live streamed for family and friends who could not be in attendance. View https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=a1x9oEYSV2E 5

standards, such as high-year tenure), the change will allow these individuals to retain their eligibility to transfer education benefits even if they haven't served the entirety of their obligated service commitment through no fault of their own.

All approvals for transferability of Post-9/11 GI bill continue to require a four-year commitment in the Armed Forces and, more importantly, the member must be eligible to be retained for 4 years from the date of election. This policy affects service members in the Uniformed Services which includes the U.S. Coast Guard as well as the commissioned members of the U.S. Public Health Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

PENTAGON ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO POST-9/11 GI BILL

July 12, 2018

News Release Release No: NR-217-18 The Department of Defense issued a substantive change today to department policy on the transfer by service members in the Uniformed Services of“Post-9/11 GI Bill” educational benefits to eligible family member recipients.

Effective one-year from the date of this change, eligibility to transfer those benefits will be limited to service members with less than 16 years of total service (active duty service and/or selected reserves as applicable). Previously, there were no restrictions on when a service member could transfer educational benefits to their family members. The provision that requires a service member to SAT® & ACT® have at least six years of service ESSENTIALS to apply to transfer benefits Practice Tests remains unchanged in the policy.

“After a thorough review of the policy, we saw a need to focus on retention in a time of increased growth of the Armed Forces," said Stephanie Miller, director of Accessions Policy, Office of the Secretary of Defense. “This change continues to allow career service members that earned this benefit to share it with their family members while they continue to serve.” She added “this change is an important step to preserve the distinction of transferability as a retention incentive.”

If a service member fails to fulfill their service obligation because of a “force shaping” event (such as officers involuntarily separated as a result of being twice passed over for promotion, or enlisted personnel involuntarily separated as a result of failure to meet minimum retention 6

For more on the policy, visit http://www.esd.whs.mil/DD. https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Releases/NewsRelease-View/Article/1573168/pentagon-announces-changesto-post-911-gi-bill/

Detailed Score Reports Video Lessons Practice Drills Admissions Advice

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DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT AYUDU PARA I MAN APATTÁO

MILITARY AND FAMILY LIFE COUNSELORS (MFLC) CHILD AND YOUTH BEHAVIORAL (CYB) PROGRAM

Compiled by School Liaison Officer

Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) are licensed professionals with Master’s Degree or higher who provide short-term, non-medical, problem solving support to military children and families.

MFLCs understand the issues military children and families face and can be especially helpful during challenging periods, including deployments and PCS moves. Services are available at no cost and augment existing military support services.

TOPICS COVERED

The licensed counselors in the Military and Family Life Counseling Program address: • School Adjustment • Deployment and Separation • Reunion adjustment • Sibling and parent – child communication • Behavioral concerns • Fear, grief and loss • Daily life issues Services are private and conversations in these sessions stay between the child and the MFLC or between the parent and the MFLC if meeting with the parent. The only exceptions to this rule are cases of domestic violence, abuse, and suicidal or homicidal issues.

MFLCs engage in activities with children, assist staff in setting boundaries, provide direct intervention, facilitate groups, and conduct various parent and staff trainings. Let your child build resiliency and life skills with a trusted individual who understands. Schedule a one-on-one session with a Military and Family Life Counselor before your next deployment or PCS.

LOCATIONS AND CONTACTS

MFLCs are located at the Naval Base Guam and Andersen Child and Youth Programs (CYP) and at McCool Elementary/Middle School, Andersen Elementary School, Andersen Middle School and Guam High School. Contact the CYP or School office to ask to speak with the Military and Family Life Counselor at these locations.

For additional information, contact School Liaison Officer 671339-5238 or 349-6251.

MILITARY ONESOURCE

Military OneSource counselors are available for free, short-term, confidential non-medical counseling services for a wide range of issues from marital conflicts and stress management to coping with a loss and deployments. Sessions can take place in person, over the phone, or via secure video or online chat. Call Military OneSource 800-342-9647 to speak with a consultant 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from anywhere in the world. View https://www.militaryonesource.mil/non-medical-counseling

HEARTS APART

Written by 36th Airmen and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) The Hearts Apart Program, provided by Airmen and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) as part of the Deployment and Readiness Program, offers sustainment support to loved ones of deployed service members. The program delivers several activities to cope with the challenges of their service member’s deployment, extended TDY’s(over 30 days) or remote tours (up to 365 days).

During the service member’s mandatory Pre-Deployment briefings at A&FRC, the service member registers his/her family members into the program. For Hearts Apart details and upcoming special events, please call A&FRC at 366-8136.

NAVY FLEET AND FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER (FFSC) DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT Written by The Fleet and Family Support Center Guam Being prepared for extended separations will help Service members and families navigate the challenges they will face.

Understanding what to expect and making a plan for the time apart will reduce stress and increase resiliency of all family members. The FFSC offers counseling, education, and support during Pre-Deployment, During Deployment, Return and Reunion, and the Reintegration phase. Additionally, FFSC provides ongoing guidance to Command Ombudsman and Family Readiness Groups as they are key support components during deployments. For more information about FFSC deployment services, please call 333-2056/57.

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SCHOOL TRANSITION SUPPORT AYUDUN TINILAIKA GI ESKUELA

Photos by Nadia Horn, JRM J9 Graphic Arts Technician Bell Ringing Ceremony at Guam High School, August 2018

OPENING OF SCHOOL YEAR 2018-2019.

DoDEA Guam Schools opened the school year 2018-2019 with the traditional Ringing in the School Year on August 27. Participating special guests highlighted the ongoing partnership between the schools and with the military installations and parents.

Prior to the first day of school, DoDEA Guam Schools offered orientation programs to welcome and enable a smooth school transition for new families. Children and families who attended learned about the school policies and practices and met the school administration. DoDEA Guam Schools offered a Sneak Peek event for children and their parents to become familiar with their classroom and the teacher. In September 2018, School Open House events enabled parents an opportunity to visit their child’s classroom and get a taste of what their children experience in school. Children were encouraged to lead their parent(s) through the hallways to the classrooms. Teachers shared information about the curriculum, student work and classroom practices. Various information outreach tables were open to parents at several of the events. Outreach tables offered information from providers about respective programs and services. Parents who would like more time to speak with their child’s teacher may contact the teacher or the school office to set up an appointment.

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PARTNERSHIPS IN EDUCATION DINAñA PARA I EDUKASIÓN I FAMGUON

ANNUAL STUDENT EXCELLENCE AWARD

Written by School Liaison Officer Photos by Mr. Joe Mancuso, Guam High School Teacher During the DoDEA Guam High School End of Year Award Ceremony on May 30, 2018, Rear Admiral Shoshana Chatfield, Commander Joint Region Marianas presented the nineteenth annual Student Excellence Award to Mr. Joe Tisdale. The Student Excellence Award is the Commander Joint Region Marianas award which annually recognizes one DoDEA Guam High School junior who excelled during the student's three years of high school in the areas of academics, extracurricular activities, community service, and leadership. All Guam High School Juniors with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better were eligible to

compete for this award. The winning student received a special certificate. The student’s name will be displayed for years to come on a commemorative plaque at the school.

For more information about the award or about submitting an application, contact the School Liaison Officer or Guam High School Guidance Counselor.

GUAM HIGH SCHOOL HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAM PARTNERS WITH NAVAL HOSPITAL GUAM Submitted by Guam High School Photo by Credence C. Guam High School Student On June 5, 2018 DoDEA Guam High School Health Science students of Mrs. Lim and Mrs. Siakisini classes received their health pin after passing the certified nursing assistant (CNA) exam. Health Science is one of the Career Practicums offered

at Guam High School. During the school year students are expected to complete classwork and are involved in hands-on, supervised work in the various departments at Naval Hospital Guam in order to complete requirements for the CNA license.

For more information about Career Practicum offerings, contact Guam High School.

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GUAM HIGH SCHOOL HOSTED HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR

Written by Alicia Lim, Guam High School Photos by Sonia Siakisini, Guam High School Teacher The Guam High School Health Club and Health Science Program hosted their first Health and Safety Fair on Thursday, May 24, 2018 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM in the Guam High School Panther Den. Guam High School students Grades 9-12 and community members with base access had the opportunity to increase awareness of health promotion and disease prevention, disaster preparedness information, local/state/national health services and resources, positive health behavior, and self-care practices.

Guam High School students receiving instructions and handson experience on loading a stretcher from the Navy's medical team.

Navy personnel fielded questions from Guam High about various medical procedures regarding disease prevention.

Donating blood to the Naval Hospital blood fair.

Photo by Katarina C.,Guam High School

PRESENTERS INCLUDED:

Guam High School students receiving instructions and handson experience on loading a stretcher from the Navy's medical team.

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USNH Corpsmen led by Chief Dimasaca DEA American Red Cross Autism Community of Guam Federal Fire department Guam Cancer Care Guam Homeland Security I CARE CYP Teen Center Dr. Kristen Weinstien, School Psychologist Mrs. Joan Swaddell, Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC)

COMMAND, SCHOOL, COMMUNITY

ATORIDAT I MILITAT, I ESKUELA, YAN I KOMUNIDAD THE LION KING, JR PERFORMED BY ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Photos by Andersen Elementary School

Andersen Elementary School performed 2nd Annual Disney Production of "The Lion King, Jr." for students, faculty, administrators, parents, Andersen Child Development Center children, and special performances for Upi Elementary School students from a neighboring public school. Over 3000 attendees experienced the AWESOMENESS of the student performers! Great job!

The students learned every aspect of putting together a professional play to include lighting, sound, making props, and ultimately performing.

MCCOOL SCHOOL ACDEMIC FAIR

Written by Keandra Conner, McCool School student

2018 NINTH CIRCUIT COURT VIDEO CONTEST: GUAM HIGH STUDENT SNATCHES 2ND PLACE Submitted by Guam High School Video Production Teacher

Congratulations to Colton J. for winning 2nd place honors at the 2018 Ninth Circuit Video Contest (Guam District). His entry on the 14th Amendment "What does Equal Protection mean to students?" will now proceed to be judged at the Ninth Circuit Court in San Francisco.

Colton has been invited to attend an awards ceremony at the U.S. Courthouse in Guam on May 31st to be presented his award.

To view the video go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTCNyssj2A

END OF SCHOOL YEAR MCCOOL ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL CARNIVAL Submitted and photos by McCool School

The McCool School Academic Fair is an event that takes place every year around April or May. This year, due to PARCC testing, it was scheduled on May 10. The academic fair is like an end-ofthe-year open house. This is an opportunity for parents to see their children’s work throughout the whole school year. They can also talk to their child’s teacher and see how well he or she is behaving in class, how they are working, and so on. Students will show off their art work, school projects, and performances.

This year the band performed for the first time near the walkers’ entrance. They were mainly performing for parents who didn’t get to come to the band concert on the day before. The band performed a few songs from the concert and songs that they performed at the homecoming of Guam High. All projects were displayed in the cafeteria and like every year they also had a Starlab on the stage!

McCool School PTO hosted and end of School Year Carnival on May 12, 2018 for students and families at McCool School.

Students and families had a blast with the games, rock climbing wall and the Dunk Tank. Thank yous go out to all the volunteers.

Thank You Seabees for bringing the Dunk Tank.

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CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS PROGRÅMAN FAMAGU’ON

NAVAL BASE GUAM CAMP ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHTS Written by Bradley Ficek, NBG CYP Youth Director.

Photos by Naval Base Guam CYP SAC

Naval Base Guam School Age Care (SAC) visited Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 at Andersen Air Force Base during the Camp Adventure summer camp. The children met "real life" heroes, were able to get inside the cockpit, and inquire about all of the great things HSC-25 does stationed here on Guam.

BETTER SPORTS FOR KIDS QUALITY PROGRAM

Written by Mr. Ronnie Sanchez, Andersen Youth Sports and Fitness Coordinator The NSA Andersen Youth Sports and Fitness Program has been awarded the Better Sports for Kids Quality Program Provider designation by the National Alliance for Youth Sports.

Earning the Better Sports for Kids Quality Program designation demonstrates that NSA Andersen Youth Sports has taken steps to ensure a safe, quality playing environment for children. The Youth Sports and Fitness program has proven it meets key requirements in five categories: written policies and procedures, volunteer screening, coach training, parent education, and accountability. YSF Coordinator, Ronnie Sanchez explains, “The mission of the Navy Youth Sports Program is to provide quality programming for all youth and to ensure that parents know their child is participating in the best place possible to learn and compete in youth sports.” Lastly, Mr. Ronnie would like to thank all of the youth, parents, volunteer coaches, and youth programs staff for the support!

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NBG SAC is grateful for the wonderful tour and the time HSC25 spent with our summer camp. Some of our children are now inspired to become pilots.

Our summer has been filled with amazing activities, wonderful adventures, and memories that will last a lifetime. A few of the highlights include a cultural visit to the Valley of the Latte, a weather station tour and fiesta lunch at a pirate cove, and searching for fossils at the beach.

C Y P Y OUTH SPONSORSHI P (grades 5-12)

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

YOUTH SPONSORSHIP PROVIDES ACCESS TO POSITIVE PEER GROUPS AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, HELPING MILITARY CHILDREN FEEL CONNECTED AT THEIR NEW DUTY STATION.

WHAT IS A YOUTH SPONSOR?

A YOUTH SPONSOR IS A PEER WHO ASSISTS ANOTHER PEER IN FEELING WELCOMED TO THE AREA.

www.MilitaryMWRGuam.com

EMAIL: sloguam@fe.navy.mil | CALL: 671-339-5238 or 671-349-6251

* For Youth Sponsorship with School Age Care or Youth Programs, participants must be enrolled or a registered user.

Interested? Complete this form and return to your School Liaison Officer or Child & Youth Programs (CYP) site.

Yes

No

Parent Name

Are you new to the area?

Parent Email

If yes, would you like your child to have a Youth Sponsor?

Parent Phone Estimated Date of Arrival (Month/Year) Where are you relocating from?

Yes

No

If no, would your child be interested in becoming a Youth Sponsor?

Yes

No

In what area of the island do you currently live or expect to be living?

Youth(s) Name/Grade/Gender What school does your child attend or plans to attend?

What Youth Center does your child attend or plans to attend?

Youth Interests (sports/clubs/activities)

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

Communication between the Military School Liaison Program and our families is very important. We are creating a distribution list of email addresses to which to send local military resources. Are you interested in receiving military resource information?

Yes

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SPECIAL NEEDS SYSTEM NAVIGATION ESPESIAT NA EDUKASIĂ“N PARA I ESTUDIANTE

CHILD FIND - SPECIAL EDUCATION Compiled by School Liaison Officers

Child Find is an ongoing process to identify children and youth from birth through age 21 (inclusive) who may be eligible to receive special education and related services because of developmental delays or disabilities. School systems are responsible for locating, identifying, assessing, and evaluating (with parental consent) students ages 3-21, inclusive who may have a disability to ensure they receive needed special education and related services.

Contact your child’s school if you feel your child may have educational, physical, or behavioral needs.

HELPFUL LINKS Navy Fleet and Family Support Center Guam EFMP Collateral Duty Liaison Phone: 671- 333-2056 Email: ignacio.cruz.ctr@fe.navy.mil Andersen AFB Guam EFMP Special Needs Coordinator Phone: 671-366-2853 Email: chris.a.castilla.ctr@mail.mil TRICARE ECHO and Austism Spectrum Contact Naval Hospital Guam Tricare Office 344-9273 Website: http://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/ IsItCovered/AutismSpectrumDisorder?sc_database=web 14

Parent Empowering Parent (PEP) Phone: 671-685-7371 Email: pepguam@gmail.com Website: peptalkdisabilities.com Facebook: PEP Talk Disabilities Guam Positive Parent's Together, Inc.(GPPT).

Phone: 777-7991 Email: gpptguam@gmail.com DirectSTEP E-courses.

To Register: http://navycyp-ds.lrp.com eCourse key code can be found by visiting NAVY CYP Document Library FMI: 1-800-515-4577 ext 6515 Website: directstep@lrp.com FMI: School Liaison Officer: (671) 349-6251 or (671) 339-5238 Email: sloguam@fe.navy.mil Military OneSource Website: http://www.militaryonesource.mil/efmp EFMP Resources, Options and Consultations (ROC) EFMP ROC is enhanced support for military families with special needs. Special needs consultants are available by phone or video to help navigate the medical and educational needs of your family, and connect you with military and communitybased support. Appointments 24/7 by live chat https://livechat. militaryonesourceconnect.org/chat/ or calling 800-342-9647.

Consultations are available via phone or video session.

HOMESCHOOL LINKAGE SUPPORT

AYUDUN EDUKASIÓN PARA I FAMAGUON GI GIMA SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERS HOSTED MAY 2018 HOMESCHOOL GROUP

Photos by Mr. Marc Gonzales, JRM J9 Marketing Assistant.

Ms. Lydia Broussard, Regional/Andersen School Liaison Officer reviews homeschool information sheet with homeschool support group event participants.

Homeschool participants and guest speakers.

DID YOU KNOW?

DoDEA schools serve eligible home school children of military families.

Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools offer eligible homeschooled children the opportunity to take one or more classes and/or to use or receive “auxiliary services”.

However, homeschoolers must meet the same eligibility requirements as dependents enrolled in the DoDEA schools.

Auxiliary services include the use of academic resources (including scheduled standardized tests, etc.), access to the library (information center), after-hours use of school facilities, participation in music, sports, and other extracurricular and interscholastic activities.

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READ DoDEA’s DTM 16-E-001 Home-School-Students Dec 19, 2016 http://www.dodea.edu/upload/16-E-001-HomeSchool-Students-DTM.PDF

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BRING a copy of the military sponsor’s orders (and page 2 for Navy) and the dependent’s proof of identity such as birth certificate, passport, DoD identification card to the school to establish eligibility.

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CONTACT the DoDEA School Office in your area to register to take classes, participate in sports, music and to ask about other school resources and activities. To inquire about Dual Credit Enrollment, contact the school guidance counselor.

For more information about DoDEA Schools in Guam view www.dodea.edu/pacific/guam.

Or call or view on Facebook the following schools in Guam.

Andersen Elementary: 366-1511 Andersen Middle School: 366-3880 McCool Elementary/Middle School: 339-8676 Guam High School: 344-7410

HOME SCHOOL SUPPORT CONTACTS IN GUAM: Navy Homeschool Group Point of Contact: Email: syan.ourso@yahoo.com Facebook: Guam Military Christian Homeschoolers Facebook: Guam Christian Homeschool Co-op- GCHC Andersen AFB Homeschool Group Point of Contact: Email: mcole646@gmail.com Facebook: Andersen AFB Homeschool Group Guam Home School Association: http://www.guam-hsa.org Email: guamhsa@gmail.com Guam Homeschool Resource Center: www.guamhomeschool.com Email: guamhomeschool@gmail.com Phone: (671) 483-3748 15

JOINT REGION MARIANAS SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICER

UPCOMING EVENTS

Barbara Askey

Island Wide School Liaison Officer Joint Region Marianas Warfighter & Family Readiness Bldg. 203, Halsey Drive Nimitz Hill, Piti, Guam 96925 671-339-5238, 671-349-6251 or DSN 315-339-5238 sloguam@fe.navy.mil

DODEA GUAM SCHOOLS ACCELERATED WITHDRAWAL DATE FOR FAMILIES WITH PCS ORDERS 30 DAYS PRIOR TO DECEMBER 11, 2018.

Submit orders to the office to obtain required prior approval of school principal.

SCHOOL LIAISON DIRECTORY: dodea.edu/partnership A WORLDWIDE NETWORK OF SCHOOL LIAISONS TO ASSIST MILITARY FAMILIES.

SCHOOL PHONE NUMBERS (AREA CODE 671): Andersen Elementary (PreK - 5th grades): 366-1511 Andersen Middle (6th - 8th grades): 366-3880 Guam High (9th - 12th grades): 344-7410 Mccool Elementary/Middle (PreK - 8th grades): 339-8676

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Do you know your School Liaison Officer, Ombudsman and Family Readiness Group/Officer?

Community Superintendent's Guam Field Office: 344-9578

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CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS DIRECTORY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

Bldg. 1625, Andersen AFB Phone 366-1601/2 Bldg. 1983-A, Naval Base Guam Phone 564-1844 Bldg. 10 Farenholt Avenue, USNH Guam Phone 472-2312

SCHOOL AGE CARE

Bldg. 1622, Andersen AFB Phone 366-7500 Bldg. 1982-B, Naval Base Guam Phone 339-6130

CHILD DEVELOPMENT HOMES

TEEN CENTERS

1714 A/B Polynesian Dr., Andersen AFB Phone 366-1291

Bldg. 1605 , Andersen AFB Phone 366-7706

Bldg. 1983-A, Naval Base Guam Phone 564-1844

Bldg. FH-01 Haputo Road, Naval Base Guam Phone 339-6410/11