The Navy offers a worldwide sponsorship program to assist service
members and their families when relocating. If you have not heard
from your sponsor, contact your receiving command. Also, the
relocation counselor at the Fleet and Family Support Center can be of assistance
in helping your children adjust to their new home.Honolulu is no different than
most mainland cities when it comes to youth employment. There are a
variety of opportunities, especially in the hotel and restaurant
industry. Many nationwide chains have branches here, so if your teen
is already employed, perhaps a transfer is all that is needed. The
Fleet and Family Support Center also hosts a Super Sitters class that teaches
your older child (ages 12-18 years) the basics of childcare and gets them
certified as a babysitter.There are several Community Centers in the housing
areas. They offer a variety of classes, to include karate, hula,
basketweaving, and Jazzercise. MWR is also available at the Catlin,
Halsey, Radford and Miller Community Center, off Nimitz Road in the
afternoons. They offer kids (10 and older with an ID) a place to hang
out, listen to music, play ping pong, pool, or video games, and watch
movies. The community center also sponsors dances on special
holidays, like Valentine's Day, Christmas, and Halloween. For more information
contact MWR Youth Activities at 474-3501. Each housing area sponsors
teen activities. Check with your community housing association.