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This Air Force Foundational Competencies Digital Literacy graphic defines digital literacy as a person who “uses technology to identify, critically evaluate and synthesize data and information; explore, create and manage digital content; and appropriately interact in a virtual environment” according to Dr. Laura Barron, industrial/organizational psychologist. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Keith James)
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Air Force adds digital literacy to foundational competencies

The Air Force has identified 24 Air Force foundational competencies for all Airmen, as part of a systematic, competency-based approach to develop the force.
Daegu's Izzy Thurman and Osan's Angela Serrano are among players returning to DODEA-Korea girls volleyball teams that are veteran-heavy. (Jessica J. McCollum/Special to Stripes)
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Volleyball: Courses are long and numbers of runners are short in Korea

The Cougars fielded 50 runners in 2020, but only three of them return; all others, including promising freshman Parker Hendrickson, graduated or transferred.
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Football: Humphreys defeats Humphreys in first split-school battle

In the first regular-season game between Humphreys’ football split squads, the ground game, fueled by running back Darryl R. Veal Jr. and quarterback Sean Cook, powered Humphreys Gold past Humphreys Black 24-6 Friday at Blackhawks Field.
Yokota's Elena Haas spikes against Nile C. Kinnick's Cierra San Nicolas during Saturday's Japan girls volleyball match. The Red Devils won in straight sets. (Dave Ornauer/Stars and Stripes)
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DoDEA Pacific Scoreboard: Sept. 11, 2021

1, Austin Shinzato, Kinnick, 17 minutes, 35.18 seconds; 2, Logan Hamilton, Kinnick, 18:31.38; 3, Soul Vessels, 19:26.08; 4, Eli Aquil, Kinnick, 19:26.08; 5, Freddy Vences, Kinnick, 19:37.96; 6, Chris Lardner, Kinnick, 19:52.90; 7, Bennett Schmid, Kinnick, 19:57.07; 8, Ryan Izaguirre, Edgren, 21:32.03; 9, Noah Henderson, Edgren, 21:45.16; 10, David...
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Return to school gives rise to fashion fears

Unfortunately, I recall many excruciating details from my adolescent years, from the Smurfs puffy stickers I stuck inside my locker to that humiliating day I threw up in the cafeteria in front of my entire seventh grade class, and every awkwardly self-conscious moment in between.
Photo Credit: The Trevor Romain Company
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2021 Art Is Alive Film Festival selects Trevor Romain's "The Great Moving Adventure"

On Friday, October 1, 2021, the Art is Alive Film Festival will screen the award-winning live-action animation of 'The Great Moving Adventure' for its 6th annual celebration.
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How to raise a socially intelligent child

Your child lives in a very complicated social world. This has always been true for children: all parents can remember their own tears or rage at the cruelty of another child; all parents can remember wanting desperately to be accepted and approved of by other kids.
Photos courtesy of DODEA Pacific
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Back to school: DODEA COVID-19 operational guidelines in place

DODEA Pacific is excited to welcome students back to school for the 2021-22 school year!
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Back to school basics

Whether you are pumped to send the kids back to school or bummed that you have to wake up way too early, it’s best to be prepared for the upcoming school year. After a summer of lax bedtimes, playdates and vacations, getting back into a good routine can be challenging. For the best summer to school transition, take a look at these back to school...
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Building successful study habits

With the school year almost in full swing, many students will be juggling homework and a life outside of school. While there are certainly more enjoyable tasks, there is no doubt that homework needs to take priority.  Take the stress out of studying and homework by getting in the habit of utilizing these successful study habits.
Col. Jonelle Eychner, 51st Mission Support Group commander, speaks with Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Osan Complex Schools faculty during a town hall at Osan Middle High, Aug. 18, 2021. During the town hall, leaders discussed the plans and processes for the start of the 2021-22 school year and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Vernon Young Jr.)
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Back to school at Osan

Wing leaders met with Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Osan Complex Schools faculty at Osan Middle High for a “Let’s Talk About It” town hall to discuss the start of the 2021-22 school year.
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These 5 things will get your kids excited about the great outdoors

I grew up in a small town with several strands of trees less than 100 yards away. At first, the tall pine trees were dark, foreboding and dangerous as I stared at them from my front yard.
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Fun playtime ideas for dads and kids

Playtime is one of the best opportunities for dads, grandfathers and other father figures to serve as role models in a child’s life, and research shows that these experiences have a number of positive health benefits for kids.
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Playtime: it’s not just for kids, say experts

While most of us associate playtime with childhood, adults are increasingly acknowledging the importance of play and leisure time for themselves.
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New ways families with kids can go green

Having kids can mean having a lot of stuff, not all of which is made from eco-friendly materials. However, if you’re like many parents, you want your children to have a clean, healthy planet to live in when they grow up.
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New Sesame Workshop resources help the diverse military family community celebrate their identities and talk openly about race

Created with support from USAA, an original music video, interactive game, printable activities and more will help military and veteran families build racial literacy.