Family Programs News

Archive: 2012

Service members can find pet-friendly resources at next duty station
October 29, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Moving in the military is tough. With loose ends to tie up, such as obtaining spouse... MORE

Don't forget to research resources for your pet before you change duty stations.

Family Matters Blog: DOD helps troops with higher ed expenses
October 22, 2012 — WASHINGTON - The Defense Department is again working with the federal Consumer Financial Protection... MORE

Up close: When bullying strikes too close to home
October 17, 2012 — ARLINGTON, Va. - As the single dad of a 10-year-old boy, I ask myself whether I have addressed... MORE

October is National Bullying Prevention Month and the National Guard Bureau wants to hear your stories.

DoD helps military families maintain financial readiness
October 15, 2012 — WASHINGTON - As service members prepare for any and all possible military operations, the Defense... MORE

Family Matters Blog: DoD teacher finds crossroads in U.S. education
October 9, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Common Core Standards, No Child Left Behind, STEM, differentiated teaching, merit pay... MORE

Angela Wilson, the Defense Department Education Activity's Teacher of the Year, accepts an award from Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta in the Pentagon, Oct. 2, 2012.

Family Matters Blog: Panel addresses exceptional issues
October 2, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Recently I had the opportunity to serve on a Defense Department advisory panel dealing... MORE

The Exceptional Family Member Program affects many military families, with enrollment expected to reach nearly 94,000.

Family Matters Blog: Families can support suicide stand down
September 27, 2012 — WASHINGTON - As the Army conducts its worldwide stand down for suicide prevention today, there is... MORE

Family Matters blog: Parents should stress safety at 9/11 anniversary
September 10, 2012 — WASHINGTON - With the anniversary of 9/11 upon us, families may be considering how best to... MORE

DOD: Families, friends need to recognize signs of potential suicide
September 10, 2012 — WASHINGTON - September, National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, is a reminder to everyone... MORE

Family matters blog: Spouses hold front line on detecting depression
September 6, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Military leaders all the way to the commander in chief are drawing attention to the... MORE

West Virginia Guard Hosts Workshop to Address Potential Infrastructure Threats

Army Establishes New Fitness Test of Record to Strengthen Readiness and Lethality

Army Guard Region Three Soldiers Compete for Best Warrior

Ten Air Guard Units Participate in Operation Maverick’s Armistice

North Carolina National Guard Showcases NCHART Capabilities