Please see below for upcoming events and information pertaining to our Military Families:
School-based Military Family Life Counselors
Your school-based MFLCs are here and ready to listen and provide confidential feedback to support military students and parents through short-term, situational, problem-solving counseling sessions. MFLCs are also available to provide school-based support to school staff. Start your conversation today!
South Bay Union School District:
1. Oneonta/IB Charter/Emory, Lisa Poli – 619-403-0686
CALKIDS - California Kids Investments and Development Savings Program
The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS) is a taxpayer-funded scholarship program designed to help kids start saving for college from the day they're born. Every child born in California on or after July 1 of this year will be automatically enrolled in CalKIDS, and can receive $100 in free deposits by registering in the online portal. For older children, CalKIDS will automatically grant $500 to all eligible low-income students in grades 1-12, plus up to an additional $1,000 for those in foster care or experiencing homelessness.
Learn More/Register: https://calkids.org/
Free Transit for Youth
Anyone aged 18 and under can ride transit for free as part of the SANDAG Youth Opportunity Pass pilot program. Get your Youth PRONTO app account or card today to get unlimited rides on the bus, Trolley, COASTER, and SPRINTER through June 30, 2023.
Info: https://youthopportunitypass.sandag.org/
ANCHORED4LIFE E-Learning Series
Anchored4Life invites families and caregivers to view and utilize a series of videos full of fun and engaging activities to introduce, practice, and strengthen resiliency life skill development with youth. From “Choices & Consequences” or “Communication” to “Goal Setting,” “Positive Attitude” or “Stress Management” and more, there are dozens of great videos to tap into: http://anchored4life.com/e-learning-series/
Parent Education Virtual Workshops
Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) Parent Programs is offering a new series of Parent Education Virtual Workshops for military-connected parents and professionals who work in support of military-connected children.
1. Tackling Homework Hassles for Military Families, August 30, 9 am
2. Understanding Your Military Child’s IEP, September 7, 9 am
3. Financial Aid Benefits for Your College-Bound Military High School Student, September 8, 9 am
Register: https://www.militarychild.org/webinars
Not available to attend the live webinar? Register at the links above to receive the recording. Plus visit the website to view recordings of previous webinars.
Task Workshops
TASK helps families navigate special education, disability services and assistive technology. They provide families with emotional support, information, and direction. TASK is the Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for San Diego County. They offer multiple workshops and support groups to help you navigate the challenges you face. Workshops are available in English or Spanish and are offered free of charge.
1. Proceso de Evaluacion Webinar – August 30, 9:30 am
2. Disability Awareness and Self-Advocacy in the Workplace Webinar – September 1, 9 am
3. Tecnologia de Asistencia para el Aprendizaje Temprano Webinar – September 8, 10 am
4. Derechos Basicos y Responsabilidades Webinar – September 13, 9 am
5. Restorative Connection Online Support Group – September 14, 6 pm
6. Navigating IEPs Webinar (English & Spanish) – September 15, 10:30 am
7. Basic Rights and Responsibilities Webinar – September 15, 2 pm
8. AT for Early Learning Webinar – September 16, 10 am
Register: https://taskca.org/calendar/?month=aug&yr=2022
Special Education Workshop Series
Virtual workshops provided by the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) to give a special education overview with details and ideas on how to ask and what to ask. Plus strategies and tips for creating the best IEP for your child.
1. Wednesday, August 31, 10-11 am – IEP Goals
2. Wednesday, September 14, 10-11 am – IEP Assessments
3. Wednesday, September 28, 10-11 am – IEP Strategies & Tactics
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/special-education-series-tickets-362612743477?fbclid=IwAR1vfHq8s2rfYWRqTPKd3gUADqVUELZVbceAinBOgak8juWCQwLzxE5plzE
FALL 2022 Student Success Webinars
Join in a series of FREE webinars this fall hosted by Tutor.com! All webinars start at 12 pm.
1. September 15 – How to Gain Confidence in Class
Register: http://bit.ly/3PWp48R
2. September 22 – Goal Setting and Decision Making
Register: http://bit.ly/3cPmvGW
3. October 13 – Becoming a Confident Writer
Register: http://bit.ly/3zqigt1
4. October 27 – Overcoming Test Anxiety
Register: http://bit.ly/3BRZlKP
5. November 3 – Critical Thinking and Research Skills
Register: http://bit.ly/3BD146q
Can’t attend LIVE? Register and you’ll receive the final recorded webinar via email.
Healthy Relationships Workshop
Monday, September 19, 9:30-11 am
Coronado Public Library – Winn Room, 640 Orange Ave
Join Safe Harbor Coronado as they host a free workshop with Adama Dyoniziak, director of Champions for Health.
1. Learn how to help your youth make and keep friends
2. Learn appropriate behavior for your youth’s age
3. Learn how as parents you can make a difference in your youth’s social development
Register: https://safeharborcoronado.org/upcoming-workshops/p/healthy-relationships-help-your-child-be-a-good-friend
Around-the-clock Help with Tutor.com
Tutor.com is a program that provides on-demand, online tutoring and homework help at no cost to eligible service members, civilian personnel, and their dependents. With live, expert tutors available 24/7, military-connected students can receive academic help at their moment of need—anywhere they have an internet connection.
1. Work with a tutor from any internet-connected device, anywhere in the world
2. Connect to an expert tutor available on demand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week*
3. Get online tutoring help three ways: request a tutor’s help right now, schedule a future tutoring session, or upload a document for offline review and get comments back within 24 hours
4. Use the free Tutor.com app for IOS and Android mobile devices—take a picture of a homework problem and upload it for the tutor to see
Get Started Today: https://tutor.com/military
SAN DIEGO ZOO and SAN DIEGO ZOO SAFARI PARK Free Admission
For Active Duty All Year
Active duty U.S. Armed Forces personnel receive free admission (all year long) and all the benefits of the 1-Day Pass to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park upon presenting a Common Access Card (CAC) or Uniformed Services ID Card at the front gates. Complimentary admission is reserved exclusively for active duty service members upon presenting valid ID. Military spouses and dependents 3 years and older are encouraged to purchase discounted tickets through the base MWR Ticket Office or may receive a 10% discount off the 1-Day Pass at a park ticket window.
Info: https://sandiegozoowildlifealliance.org/
SEAWORLD Free Admission for Active Duty Military and Families
For your service and sacrifice, SeaWorld thanks and salutes you. SeaWorld holds the men and women of our armed forces and their families in the highest regard, and are honored to host you at their parks as their guests. Through the Waves of Honor program, military personnel and up to three direct dependents may enjoy one complimentary admission to SeaWorld® San Diego. Offer is available online and for visitation thru Dec. 31, 2022.
Register: https://seaworld.com/san-diego/tickets/military-discount-active/
Family-Friedly Fun with MWR’S Community Recreation
MWR’s Community Recreation team is planning a full calendar of family-friendly events. Up next: Goat Yoga, Dig Day, Golf Clinic, Star Gazing, iFly STEM Program, Dino Dig Day, Back to School Cosmic Family Bowling, Superhero Challenge, NBSD Centennial Celebration, Bark in the Park, Family BINGO, Dive in Movie, Camping Trip, and SO much more. Check them out (and register) at https://coronado.navylifesw.com/programs/b4100479-fe24-41c9-8ed0-c5c71ebaf790. Follow MWR Community Recreation on Facebook and Instagram for the most up-to-date info: @NavyLifeNBC and @SanDiegoNavyCommunityRecreation
Info: 619-437-3028
Free Entrance for 4th graders
U.S. fourth graders can bring their families to national parks, wildlife refuges and other Department of the Interior managed public lands and waters for free through August 31, 2022! Get full details at https://www.everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm.
CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY PARKS PASS
Californians can now check out a FREE vehicle day-use pass at your local public library for entry to over 200 participating state parks. The pass is valid for entry of one passenger vehicle with the capacity of nine people or less or one highway licensed motorcycle. For full details and to view an interactive map with CA’s public libraries and nearby participating state parks, visit https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30806.
NEW DOD MWR DIGITAL LIBRARY: OPEN 24/7
Free resources for children, teens and adults. DoD MWR Libraries offers a huge selection of learning resources and content for all ages and interests, including:
9. E-books and audiobooks
10. Movies and music
11. Newspapers and magazines
12. Academic support (prep tests and online tutoring)
13. Professional development
14. Reference and research
15. DIY activities and projects
Set up your profile today: https://dodmwrlibraries.org/
WEEKLY ORGANIZATION SPOTLIGHT
There are numerous organizations who provide valuable assistance and resources to military families. Each week, I will highlight one such organization.
This week’s organization:
Courage to Call, www.courage2call.org
Courage to Call dedicated to improving mental wellness for active duty military personnel, veterans, reservists, guard members, and their families via countrywide outreach and education, a 24/7 peer line, as well as individual short-term, solution focused prevention-oriented plans. This program is led by veterans and their family members. They even offer an optional deeper level of care with case management and can assign a veteran peer navigator to your case to help you navigate the resources and will advocate on your behalf.
San Diego Upcoming Events: https://www.sandiego.org/explore/events.aspx
Naval Base San Diego: https://sandiego.navylifesw.com/
