Check this out: The National Military Family Association is offering more scholarships.
Military Spouse Scholarship Applications Available Now!
NMFA's Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,000, are awarded to spouses of Uniformed Services members to obtain professional certification or to attend post-secondary or graduate school. The scholarship funds may be used to assist with tuition, fees, and school room and board, and are paid directly to the accredited educational institution involved. Applications are due by midnight February 1, 2009.
This year, we are pleased to offer three scholarship categories. Click here for more information or to submit an application.
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Marc
Showing posts with label Military spouse. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Military spouse. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Monday, December 22, 2008
Free Education Information - Central Texas College
Hi everyone-
Check out this article by the Fort Lee Public Affairs Office. CTC is giving wounded soldier's spouses 30 semester hours of free tuition:
Fort Lee, Va. (Nov. 26, 2008) -- By T. Anthony Bell
For some time now, Army spouse Pasha Quintana has desired to start a college degree program but couldn't get the ball rolling for various reasons.
Thanks to a Central Texas College scholarship program, she's one step closer to realizing her dream.
The wife of Warrior Transition Unit Soldier Sgt. Roberto Quintana is the installation's first recipient of a CTC program that will allow her to complete 30 credit hours at the school free of charge.
"I'm just so happy," said Pasha, who recently completed her first two classes at the school. "It's just great what Central Texas is doing, especially for our wounded Soldiers. There is so much out there for them, but the fact that they're including the wives and Families, makes me emotional. It's one of the most American things they can do."
Under the provisions of its Wounded Warrior Spouse Scholarship Program, which was created in the spirit of Army Family Covenant, spouses of Purple Heart recipients are eligible for up to 30 semester hours within a one-year period that began Aug. 1.
Spouses interested in the program must present a marriage license, Department of Defense identification card and their spouse's DD Form 214 or Purple Heart award orders. Only spouses of those Soldiers who earned the Purple Heart after September 2001 are eligible.
Dick Gates, the CTC site manager at Fort Lee and a former veteran himself, said the program is a way of giving back to military members who have sacrificed so much for their country.
"It's an excellent program," said the Vietnam veteran. "My personal feeling is that we can't do enough for Soldiers. They deserve the best that we can provide."
Spouses who take full advantage of the program stand to gain about $3,900 in free tuition, "Plus text books," said Gates, "so you're probably looking at around $5,000."
Pasha, who is a licensed stylist, said the scholarship offer helped her to kick-start a degree program in information technology. She added that she knows all too well the challenges that spouses of wounded warriors face in supporting their Families and that higher education is sometimes not an option.
"Everybody who can should take advantage of the program," she said.
Stacey Towns is an education counselor with the Soldier and Family Assistance Center which provides a number of assistance services to WTU members. She said that although Pasha is the first recipient of the program, she anticipates that more will sign up.
"I would hope that the number will grow as more Soldiers and spouses become aware of the program," she said, "and as Fort Lee expands because of BRAC, I'm sure that it will."
The WWSSP is available at CTC campuses throughout the nation, said Gates. The program is funded for the current program year, but funding beyond that is uncertain, he added.
For more details on the program, visit the CTC Web site at www.ctcd.edu/militaryspouses
Check out this article by the Fort Lee Public Affairs Office. CTC is giving wounded soldier's spouses 30 semester hours of free tuition:
Fort Lee, Va. (Nov. 26, 2008) -- By T. Anthony Bell
For some time now, Army spouse Pasha Quintana has desired to start a college degree program but couldn't get the ball rolling for various reasons.
Thanks to a Central Texas College scholarship program, she's one step closer to realizing her dream.
The wife of Warrior Transition Unit Soldier Sgt. Roberto Quintana is the installation's first recipient of a CTC program that will allow her to complete 30 credit hours at the school free of charge.
"I'm just so happy," said Pasha, who recently completed her first two classes at the school. "It's just great what Central Texas is doing, especially for our wounded Soldiers. There is so much out there for them, but the fact that they're including the wives and Families, makes me emotional. It's one of the most American things they can do."
Under the provisions of its Wounded Warrior Spouse Scholarship Program, which was created in the spirit of Army Family Covenant, spouses of Purple Heart recipients are eligible for up to 30 semester hours within a one-year period that began Aug. 1.
Spouses interested in the program must present a marriage license, Department of Defense identification card and their spouse's DD Form 214 or Purple Heart award orders. Only spouses of those Soldiers who earned the Purple Heart after September 2001 are eligible.
Dick Gates, the CTC site manager at Fort Lee and a former veteran himself, said the program is a way of giving back to military members who have sacrificed so much for their country.
"It's an excellent program," said the Vietnam veteran. "My personal feeling is that we can't do enough for Soldiers. They deserve the best that we can provide."
Spouses who take full advantage of the program stand to gain about $3,900 in free tuition, "Plus text books," said Gates, "so you're probably looking at around $5,000."
Pasha, who is a licensed stylist, said the scholarship offer helped her to kick-start a degree program in information technology. She added that she knows all too well the challenges that spouses of wounded warriors face in supporting their Families and that higher education is sometimes not an option.
"Everybody who can should take advantage of the program," she said.
Stacey Towns is an education counselor with the Soldier and Family Assistance Center which provides a number of assistance services to WTU members. She said that although Pasha is the first recipient of the program, she anticipates that more will sign up.
"I would hope that the number will grow as more Soldiers and spouses become aware of the program," she said, "and as Fort Lee expands because of BRAC, I'm sure that it will."
The WWSSP is available at CTC campuses throughout the nation, said Gates. The program is funded for the current program year, but funding beyond that is uncertain, he added.
For more details on the program, visit the CTC Web site at www.ctcd.edu/militaryspouses
Merry X-Mas!!!!
Hi everyone-
Sorry for the delay in posting. I've been working horrible hours at work and trying to finish deadlines for my www.sportsbythenumbers.com book series.
We have a Mixed Martial Arts, Major League Baseball, San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox, and Sacramento Kings book coming out in the spring.
But, I wanted to wish all you out there, a wonderful Christmas. This will be my first as a proud dad. I can't wait to see my daughter's face when she sees all the shiny wrapping paper. She's still way too young to understand, but I hope I can capture at least one "OHHHH" facial expression.
All the best,
Marc
Sorry for the delay in posting. I've been working horrible hours at work and trying to finish deadlines for my www.sportsbythenumbers.com book series.
We have a Mixed Martial Arts, Major League Baseball, San Francisco Giants, Boston Red Sox, and Sacramento Kings book coming out in the spring.
But, I wanted to wish all you out there, a wonderful Christmas. This will be my first as a proud dad. I can't wait to see my daughter's face when she sees all the shiny wrapping paper. She's still way too young to understand, but I hope I can capture at least one "OHHHH" facial expression.
All the best,
Marc
Friday, May 23, 2008
Army Wife Talk Radio - Interview
Hi everyone -
I had my interview the other night with Tara Crooks and Star Henderson at Army Wife Talk Radio.
The interview went great and I really enjoyed myself. These two ladies were fantastic!!!!!
If any of you out there are looking for an entertaining show, check out their site at www.armywifetalkradio.com.
If you want to hear my interview, please click over to www.survivingmilitaryseparation.com/Media.htm
Best regards,
Marc
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Volunteer Recognition!
Hi Everyone -
Last night was the USAG Wiesbaden Annual Volunteer Recognition ceremony. The event was hosted by the Army Community Services.
What a great event. The gathering recognized each organization in our Garrison and the volunteers that make our community excel.
The guest speaker for the event was my wife Christine. Her speech concentrated on Leading by Example and suggested that we strive to get our children to volunteer as well to set a foundation for our future. I know I'm biased because she's my wife, but I thought her speech hit all the right notes.
After the event, she presented her book "The Ultimate Volunteer Guidebook for Young People" (http://www.ultimatevolunteer.com/) to the Wiesbaden Youth Volunteer of the Year. This little girl recorded over 120 hours of volunteer work.... AND she's only 10 years old!!!!!!
In our community alone, our volunteers logged in over 79,000 hours of community services which saved our local command over $1,000,000.
Remember, by volunteering, you become the backbone of the community. Without this type of support, our schools wouldn't excel, our servicemembers wouldn't be taken care of the way they should, and our mail wouldn't be delivered on time... to name a few.
Please consider volunteering in your community. If your family member is deployed, this is just one more way to help pass the time until they return to you.
Best regards,
Marc
Friday, May 9, 2008
Military Spouse Day, 2008
Military Spouse Day, 2008
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America
Military spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty, and love of country that inspire every American. On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the husbands and wives who support their spouses in America's Armed Forces during times of war and peace.
The legacy of military spouses began when colonial Americans were fighting for independence. Martha Washington boosted the morale of her husband's troops by visiting battlefields and tending to the wounded. Since then, members of our Armed Forces have served our Nation accompanied by the steadfast love and support of their spouses and families.
While our men and women in uniform are protecting our country's founding ideals of liberty, democracy, and justice, their spouses live with uncommon challenges, endure sleepless nights, and spend long periods raising children alone. Many military spouses are also committed volunteers, serving other military families and local communities. Our Nation benefits from the sacrifices of our military families, and we are inspired by their courage, strength, and leadership.
On Military Spouse Day and throughout the year, we honor the commitment spouses have made to freedom's cause. To learn about ways to support our troops and their spouses and families, I encourage all Americans to visit www.americasupportsyou.mil.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 9, 2008, as Military Spouse Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and by expressing their gratitude to the husbands and wives of those serving in the United States Armed Forces.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH
A Proclamation by the President of the United States of America
Military spouses embody the courage, nobility of duty, and love of country that inspire every American. On Military Spouse Day, we pay tribute to the husbands and wives who support their spouses in America's Armed Forces during times of war and peace.
The legacy of military spouses began when colonial Americans were fighting for independence. Martha Washington boosted the morale of her husband's troops by visiting battlefields and tending to the wounded. Since then, members of our Armed Forces have served our Nation accompanied by the steadfast love and support of their spouses and families.
While our men and women in uniform are protecting our country's founding ideals of liberty, democracy, and justice, their spouses live with uncommon challenges, endure sleepless nights, and spend long periods raising children alone. Many military spouses are also committed volunteers, serving other military families and local communities. Our Nation benefits from the sacrifices of our military families, and we are inspired by their courage, strength, and leadership.On Military Spouse Day and throughout the year, we honor the commitment spouses have made to freedom's cause. To learn about ways to support our troops and their spouses and families, I encourage all Americans to visit www.americasupportsyou.mil.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim May 9, 2008, as Military Spouse Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities and by expressing their gratitude to the husbands and wives of those serving in the United States Armed Forces.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifth day of May, in the year of our Lord two thousand eight, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second.
GEORGE W. BUSH
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Get an Education! It's never too late.
Hi Everyone-
What do you do now that your servicemember is deployed?
Get Educated!
Getting a degree and getting an Education are two totally different things.
As most of you know, most jobs require some sort of vocational skill or a mention that you have a degree on your resume. But you don't have to be working towards a degree to get an EDUCATION.
Most of you will say that as a servicemember's spouse you have put in plenty of time at the School of Hard Knocks. I agree.
Military spouses are some of the strongest people I know. You deal with the homefront on a daily basis. Many of you hold down jobs and then take care of the family. That leaves little time for anything else. And I agree that sometimes taking classes may be hard and very time consuming.
BUT, you owe it to yourself to visit your local education center, community college, or university to see what courses are being offered.
You may find a class or two that peeks your interest and fits your time schedule. You may find a class that will Educate you. It's true that one or two classes won't get you a degree, but one or two classes starts you on the way to become an Educated person.
Best regards,
Marc
What do you do now that your servicemember is deployed?
Get Educated!
Getting a degree and getting an Education are two totally different things.
As most of you know, most jobs require some sort of vocational skill or a mention that you have a degree on your resume. But you don't have to be working towards a degree to get an EDUCATION.
Most of you will say that as a servicemember's spouse you have put in plenty of time at the School of Hard Knocks. I agree.
Military spouses are some of the strongest people I know. You deal with the homefront on a daily basis. Many of you hold down jobs and then take care of the family. That leaves little time for anything else. And I agree that sometimes taking classes may be hard and very time consuming.
BUT, you owe it to yourself to visit your local education center, community college, or university to see what courses are being offered.
You may find a class or two that peeks your interest and fits your time schedule. You may find a class that will Educate you. It's true that one or two classes won't get you a degree, but one or two classes starts you on the way to become an Educated person.
Best regards,
Marc
Monday, May 5, 2008
Precious Cargo
I was carrying my 10 month old daughter today at the commissary and my wife asked if I had a good hold on her. She said that I better because I was holding her Precious Cargo.
Like I don't know that!
Seeing this little girl is the brightest point of my day. She is what I work for. I can't wait to get home after work so I can hold her and play with her. Her smile is contagious.
Being a veteran and being deployed often as a servicemember, I know that being away from home is hard. Being away from a spouse is difficult, but being away from a child is even harder.
My brother-in-law is in Iraq right now and my sister is home watching my niece and nephew. It's hard on her being a so-called single parent right now. But its equally hard on my brother-in-law.
They have come up with a great solution to stay connected. It's not for all servicemembers, but in his case it works because of his MOS. He has a few extra minutes to call home. He HAS to see and hear his Precious Cargo!
Yahoo has a great call out program that is cheap, cheap, cheap! Click here to check it out. The servicemember down range can call home from PC to PC. It's absolutely fantastic.
Other services that you may want to look into are Gizmo Project and Skype.
Good luck and stay active,
Marc
Like I don't know that!
Seeing this little girl is the brightest point of my day. She is what I work for. I can't wait to get home after work so I can hold her and play with her. Her smile is contagious.
Being a veteran and being deployed often as a servicemember, I know that being away from home is hard. Being away from a spouse is difficult, but being away from a child is even harder.
My brother-in-law is in Iraq right now and my sister is home watching my niece and nephew. It's hard on her being a so-called single parent right now. But its equally hard on my brother-in-law.
They have come up with a great solution to stay connected. It's not for all servicemembers, but in his case it works because of his MOS. He has a few extra minutes to call home. He HAS to see and hear his Precious Cargo!
Yahoo has a great call out program that is cheap, cheap, cheap! Click here to check it out. The servicemember down range can call home from PC to PC. It's absolutely fantastic.
Other services that you may want to look into are Gizmo Project and Skype.
Good luck and stay active,
Marc
Excerpt
Hi everyone:
I've had numerous requests from family members to display a excerpt from my new book. Here is a sample of a few of the activities. There are 365 activities listed for family members to attempt. There is also a journal section after each of the listed activities. I hope everyone enjoys them and the artwork of Serviceman Sam from the brilliant mind of Val Laolagi!
Take care, Marc
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