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Assistant Secretary of Defense M&RA

@asdmandra

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#DidYouKnow? OneOp offers free pro development for military families Aug 13–Sept 24! Don’t miss the Aug 27 webinar on Fostering Belonging for Military-Connected Teens—learn strategies to help teens build community. #MilitaryFamilies oneop.org/learn/160095/

#DidYouKnow? OneOp offers free pro development for military families Aug 13–Sept 24! Don’t miss the Aug 27 webinar on Fostering Belonging for Military-Connected Teens—learn strategies to help teens build community. #MilitaryFamilies
oneop.org/learn/160095/
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#DYK Military OneSource offers safe spaces for military kids to learn, connect, and grow. Take advantage of youth & teen programs—sports, recreation, and classes—on and off base, staffed by trained pros. Open to Active-duty, National Guard, Reserve & @DeptofDefense civilians!

#DYK <a href="/Military1Source/">Military OneSource</a> offers safe spaces for military kids to learn, connect, and grow. Take advantage of youth &amp; teen programs—sports, recreation, and classes—on and off base, staffed by trained pros. Open to Active-duty, <a href="/NationalGuard/">National Guard</a>, Reserve &amp; @DeptofDefense civilians!
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USDA study shows kids in CACFP childcare centers eat healthier. @DeptofDefense policy requires most military childcare centers to follow CACFP requirements, so military kids benefit from these nutrition standards—boosting health, wellness & readiness! #MilitaryFamilies #CACFP

USDA study shows kids in CACFP childcare centers eat healthier. @DeptofDefense policy requires most military childcare centers to follow CACFP requirements, so military kids benefit from these nutrition standards—boosting health, wellness &amp; readiness! #MilitaryFamilies #CACFP
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Did you know? This summer, @DeptofDefense, NEA & Blue Star Families 🇺🇸 are offering free admission to thousands of Blue Star Museums for Service members & families nationwide! Ends Sept 1—explore history, art, zoos & more together. Don’t miss out! bluestarfam.org/2025/05/milita…

Did you know? This summer, @DeptofDefense, NEA &amp; <a href="/BlueStarFamily/">Blue Star Families 🇺🇸</a> are offering free admission to thousands of Blue Star Museums for Service members &amp; families nationwide! Ends Sept 1—explore history, art, zoos &amp; more together. Don’t miss out!
bluestarfam.org/2025/05/milita…
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Build a strong partnership with your child’s school by staying connected with teachers, principals, and counselors. Open communication keeps you informed and involved. Listen in for tips on connecting with your child’s school community! Military OneSource militaryonesource.mil/resources/podc…

Build a strong partnership with your child’s school by staying connected with teachers, principals, and counselors. Open communication keeps you informed and involved. Listen in for tips on connecting with your child’s school community! <a href="/Military1Source/">Military OneSource</a>
militaryonesource.mil/resources/podc…
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Happy birthday to the U.S. Marines Reserve! Since August 29, 1916, Reservists have played a vital role in our nation’s defense, serving alongside active-duty Marines for over a century. Thank you for your dedication and service! #SemperFidelis

Happy birthday to the <a href="/USMC/">U.S. Marines</a> Reserve! Since August 29, 1916, Reservists have played a vital role in our nation’s defense, serving alongside active-duty Marines for over a century. Thank you for your dedication and service! #SemperFidelis
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Happy Labor Day from M&RA! Thank you to all Service members & Civilians at Department of Defense 🇺🇸 for your dedication & hard work. Your commitment protects our nation & strengthens our communities. Wishing you a safe, restful holiday—you’ve earned it!

Happy Labor Day from M&amp;RA! Thank you to all Service members &amp; Civilians at <a href="/DeptofDefense/">Department of Defense 🇺🇸</a> for your dedication &amp; hard work. Your commitment protects our nation &amp; strengthens our communities. Wishing you a safe, restful holiday—you’ve earned it!
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September is Suicide Prevention Month. The Department of Defense 🇺🇸 supports the military community—help is always available. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or click the Military Crisis Line for free, confidential help 24/7. You’re not alone. militaryonesource.mil/resources/mill…

September is Suicide Prevention Month. The <a href="/DeptofDefense/">Department of Defense 🇺🇸</a> supports the military community—help is always available. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or click the Military Crisis Line for free, confidential help 24/7. You’re not alone.
militaryonesource.mil/resources/mill…
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For the first time, the Department's State Policy Priorities for 2026 recognize military families who homeschool and their unique needs. Through the Defense-State Liaison Office, we work directly with policymakers to improve employment and quality of life for #milfamilies.

For the first time, the Department's State Policy Priorities for 2026 recognize military families who homeschool and their unique needs. Through the Defense-State Liaison Office, we work directly with policymakers to improve employment and quality of life for #milfamilies.
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.@SecDef said “the only way we fail is when we quit.” We’re not quitting. @DeptofDefense is committed to streamlining COVID reinstatement, addressing injustices & ensuring this never happens again. We owe it to our warfighters to make things right & that’s what we’re going to do.

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When every moment counted, Staff Sgt. Stephen Burkham, an Army medic, and Lt. Col. Juanita Dubon, an Army nurse practitioner, rushed to the aid of a DoDEA student on the football field. dvidshub.net/news/546877/ar…

When every moment counted, Staff Sgt. Stephen Burkham, an Army medic, and Lt. Col. Juanita Dubon, an Army nurse practitioner, rushed to the aid of a DoDEA student on the football field. dvidshub.net/news/546877/ar…
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We love seeing new faces in our DoDEA schools. This week, Ramstein Elementary welcomed 120 pre-K students as part of the second year of DoDEA Europe's phased pre-K rollout. We wish them, and all military-connected children, a successful school year. dodea.edu/news/articles/…

We love seeing new faces in our DoDEA schools. This week, Ramstein Elementary welcomed 120 pre-K students as part of the second year of DoDEA Europe's phased pre-K rollout. We wish them, and all military-connected children, a successful school year. dodea.edu/news/articles/…
Under Secretary of Defense Anthony J. Tata (@usd_pr_hontata) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Every day we are working the critical path toward smoother reinstatement, full assessment, and righting wrongs. Some days it’s “3 yards and a cloud of dust” but we will continue to move the chains down the field (nod to football season kickoff). More to follow.

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Few decisions weigh heavier on a military family than choosing to live apart during an assignment. Listen to the Military OneSource podcast for reasons some families opt for geo-baching as well as the support available to help them through it. Stephen B. Simmons militaryonesource.mil/resources/podc…

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On September 11th, twenty-four years ago, 184 Americans were taken from us in an act of terror. Their memory lives on in our hearts. We will NEVER FORGET.

On September 11th, twenty-four years ago, 184 Americans were taken from us in an act of terror. 

Their memory lives on in our hearts. We will NEVER FORGET.
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Thank you for the invitation to this service-oriented event, AmeriCorps NCCC. We honor those who lost their lives on 9/11 and answered the call to serve in its aftermath. We value our partnership to maximize the opportunities to give back that Americans can consider.

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#ICYMI: The Mexican Border Defense Medal has been established to recognize service members deployed to the U.S. international border with Mexico for Department support to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. war.gov/News/News-Stor…

#ICYMI: The Mexican Border Defense Medal has been established to recognize service members deployed to the U.S. international border with Mexico for Department support to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. war.gov/News/News-Stor…