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Leadership Scholar Program Success Story: Admission Accomplished

Now, a student at Yale University, Sgt Buckholz thanks the Leadership Scholar Program for assisting him through the academic preparation and application process, as he pursues his degree in astronomy.

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PCS Child Care Costs Pilot Program

The Department of Defense kicked off a three-year pilot program meant to reimburse service members up to $1,500 for travel-related expenses incurred for a temporary child care provider following a permanent change of station move.

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Building Quality Friendships Fuels Children's Positive Development

Quality friendships play a pivotal role in helping shape the lives of children and youth and as a factor that can help them manage challenges they may face.

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Positive Youth Sports Coaching Makes a Huge Difference in Athletes’ Lives

Centered around the four pillars of mental, social, spiritual, and physical fitness, positive coaching has emerged as a profound force that shapes young athletes' lives both on and off the field.

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Veterans In Piping

Veterans In Piping resources and information.

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Transition Readiness Program

The Transition Readiness Program implements a comprehensive transition and employment assistance program for Marines and their families; the program emphasizes a proactive approach that will enable them to formulate effective post-transition employment, educational, and entrepreneurial goals. The program includes three pillars: Transition Readiness Seminar, Marine For Life Cycle services, and Career Services and Advising.

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Dining

The Pickel Chalet is an all ranks club for permanent personnel that is also open to retirees, DOD Employees, contractors who work on the base.

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Connections Count When Healing From Sexual Assault

Building, maintaining, and sustaining social connections and relationships not only help rebuild a person’s social fitness but also help in the healing process after a sexual assault.

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Be SMART When Setting Goals

Dive into the art of goal setting and tackling the desire for perfectionism.

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Budgeting for Summer Vacation

Ten tips to help you budget for a summer vacation.

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Eight Ways to Ramp Up Your Career

Eight ways to ramp up your career.

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Finding Strength After Domestic Abuse

Experiencing domestic abuse can have lifelong implications but you are not alone and help is available.

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Camp Pendleton’s Athletic Director Believes Everyone Can Benefit from Sports

Meet Clint Miller! Semper Fit’s Athletic Director, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.

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10 Most Anticipated Redbox Releases for October

Looking for some great late night entertainment? Stop by your nearest MCCS Redbox location and check out one of these hot new releases coming in October!

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Unlocking Total Fitness: Essential Resources for Marines and Their Families

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How to Create a Vacation Budget 

With a solid plan, enjoy a stress-free vacation without breaking the bank.

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Unleash Your Potential Through Outdoor Recreation and Sports

Outdoor recreation and sports shape the lives of individuals, instilling values that resonate far beyond the playing field.

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LIVESTREAM - 2023 Armed Forces Men’s & Women’s Softball Championship

Competition will kick off on Saturday, August 5th after a Home Run Derby on Friday evening, while Championship contests taking place on Wednesday, August 9th will be decided based on each team’s record during the round-robin tournament.

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#BeThere_Marine: September's Most Important Hashtag

Did you know that September is Suicide Prevention Month? Although efforts to address the issue occur year-round, the Marine Corps takes this month to highlight prevention efforts, promote resources and support services, and engage Marines and families in an awareness campaign that will promote community connectedness and belonging. This year, the Headquarters Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program (MCSSP) created the hashtag and graphic, “#BeThere_Marine,” in support of the Defense Suicide Prevention Office “BeThere” campaign theme.

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MCAS Miramar Deployment Readiness Coordinator Loves Connecting with Marine Families

MCAS Miramar Deployment Readiness Coordinator Loves Connecting with Marine Families

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An Easy Piece of the Connection Puzzle

Volunteering can be the first step to an amazing connection to the community and the people that surround you. Each installation has a Volunteer Coordinator that is aware of opportunities on and off the installation.

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – April 2025

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It Matters Where You Shop This Holiday Season

Shop your local Marine Corps Exchange this holiday season and enter to win some amazing prizes and MCX gift cards!