1. Adjutant General School Captains Career Course
SHOW SLIDE 1: ADMINISTER MWR SUPPORT PLAN FOR DEPLOYED FORCES
The Army MWR program is a quality-of-life program that directly supports readiness by providing a variety of community, Soldier, and Family support programs, activities, and services. Included are social, fitness, recreational, educational, and other programs and activities that enhance community life, foster Soldier and unit readiness, promote mental and physical fitness, and generally provide a working and living environment that attracts and retains quality Soldiers.
Administer MWR Support Plan for Deployed Forces
February 2018

2. Concrete Experience (Initial Plan)
You are the S-1 for 2nd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment of the 3rd Infantry Division. Your unit is scheduled to deploy in 60 days. Your commander has a working knowledge of FM 1-0 and knows that MWR is part of the HR core competency of Coordinate Personnel Support.
With this being his 3d deployment, the battalion commander is deeply concerned with Soldier’s morale throughout the deployment process and wants to know if you have a plan to ensure that our warriors receive the support needed to sustain them throughout all phases of the deployment.
What are the things I need to do to ensure that we have the resources needed to provide MWR support?
What predeployment tasks do I need subordinate units and the S-1 section to complete before departing homestation?
SHOW SLIDE 2: CONCRETE EXPERIENCE (INITIAL PLAN)
Allow students to read the slide. Break the team into two groups; one for each question. Each group will have 10 minutes to brainstorm their responses (take a moment to review the basic rules of brainstorming with students). Responses should be recorded on a white board, butcher block paper, or other means that make each group’s generated responses easy to view by all. Have each group write their question at the top of the response list (this will make it easier when the results are revisited at the end of the lesson).

3. Terminal Learning Objective
Action: Administer MWR Support Plan for Deployed Forces Condition: In a small group environment, using readings, classroom discussion and doctrinal publications to include AR (Military MWR Programs and Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities) and FM 1-0 (Human Resources Support). Standard: Preparation results in a planning tool for Battalion/Brigade S-1s to use across all stages deployment cycle support that captures required actions and processes that must be completed or managed to provide MWR support to Soldiers.
SHOW SLIDE 3: TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE
NOTE: Discuss the Terminal Learning Objective with the students.
Note to Instructor: Before advancing ask what is MWR?
Note to Instructor: Show video clips before advancing.
ARMY MWR:
BMX bikers tour Iraq:

4. What is MWR?
AR (Para 1-8): The Army MWR program is a quality-of-life program that directly supports readiness by providing a variety of community, Soldier, and Family support programs, activities, and services. Included are social, fitness, recreational, educational, and other programs and activities that enhance community life, foster Soldier and unit readiness, promote mental and physical fitness, and generally provide a working and living environment that attracts and retains quality Soldiers.
SHOW SLIDE 4: WHAT IS MWR?
1. Many people talk about MWR support without being able to define what it means. Many immediately associate the term with free or inexpensive recreational activities and events offered to military service members and their families, but as you can see here, other possibilities exist.
2. The Army MWR Definition listed here is from AR 215-1, but many new products and techniques in planning for and providing this support exist.
AR (Para 1-8): The Army MWR program is a quality-of-life program that directly supports readiness by providing a variety of community, Soldier, and Family support programs, activities, and services. Included are social, fitness, recreational, educational, and other programs and activities that enhance community life, foster Soldier and unit readiness, promote mental and physical fitness, and generally provide a working and living environment that attracts and retains quality Soldiers.

5. MWR Support (FM 1-0) Mission essential to combat readiness
Combatant Commander – through their J-1/G-1 and J4-/G-4 - determines MWR needs based on OPTEMPO and available MWR resources
Enhances quality of life for deployed forces
Soldiers
DoD Civilians
Contractors Authorized to Accompany the Force (CAAF)
Commanders at all levels are responsible for MWR based on:
Mission
Anticipated duration of deployment
Theater environmental conditions
Higher command requirements
J-1/G-1 = Primary Staff Officer for MWR
J-4/G-4 = Responsible for execution of MWR logistics support
Logistical Civilian Augmentation Program (LOGCAP) or contracted personnel may also be used for MWR depending on AO
SHOW SLIDE 5: MWR SUPPORT (FM 1-0)
1. MWR programs, as defined in FM 1-0, are those activities that support and improve the morale and well-being of the deployed force. These include activities sponsored by the IMCOM G-9, other agencies, and commands at all levels.
2. MWR support is mission essential to combat readiness (JP 1-0). MWR programs enhance the quality of life for deployed forces and address the strategic imperatives of the Joint expeditionary Army. The deployed force includes: 1) Soldiers 2) DoD civilians 3) CAAF.
3. Commanders at all levels are responsible for ensuring MWR support programs are available. They are responsible for determining different levels of required support based on the mission, anticipated duration of deployment, theater environmental conditions, and higher command requirements. MWR support is METT-TC driven, and commanders must be able to quickly revise plans, programming, and support levels to adapt to changing situations and requirements.
4. The combatant commander, through their J-1/G-1 and J-4/G-4, determine MWR needs and requirements based on operational tempo and available MWR resources. While the J-1/G-1 is the primary staff office responsible for MWR, the J-4/G-4 is responsible for the execution of MWR logistics support requirements. Depending on AO stability and actions, the commander may use alternative sources such as the Logistical Civilian Augmentation Program (LOGCAP) or contracted personnel.
FM 1-0, Chapter 5, Section I

6. Coordinate Personnel Support
SHOW SLIDE 6: COORDINATE PERSONNEL SUPPORT
1. This diagram is taken from FM 1-0 figure 1-1, and depicts MWR as a key function in the third core competency, Coordinate Personnel Support, included in Chapter 5 of FM 1-0.
2. Locations of different units dictate the support they receive. Outlying units in remote areas may receive more limited MWR resources and support than a large Forward Operating Base (FOB) in a centralized location close to an airport with transportation resources.
FM 1-0

7. Doctrinal Responsibilities
Function/Task Responsible Agencies
BN BDE DIV CORPS ASCC
Manage MWR Program/Policies S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Identify MWR Requirements S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Execute MWR Logistics Support S-4 S-4 G-4 G-4 G-4
Issue MWR Material S-4 S-4 G-4 G-4 G-4
Include MWR OPLAN/OPORD S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Establish Imprest Funds S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Coordinate for Family Readiness/ Support S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Establish Theater Rest Areas S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Coordinate MWR Training at CRC S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Request MWR Personnel (IMCOM G-9) S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Coordinate for Health and Comfort Packs S-4 S-4 G-4 G-4 G-4
Plan and Coordinate Direct Operations Exchange- Tactical S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Plan and Coordinate TFE (AAFES) S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Coordinate Red Cross Support S-1 S-1 G-1/AG G-1/AG G-1/AG
Allocate Soldiers Time S-3 S-3 G-3 G-3 G-3
Legend: AAFES- Army and Air Force Exchange Service; AG- Adjutant General; ASCC- Army Service Component Command; CRC- CONUS Replacement Center; IMCOM- Installation Management Command; MWR- Morale, Welfare, and Recreation; OPLAN/OPORD- Operation Plan/Operation Order; TFE- Tactical Field Exchange
SHOW SLIDE 7: DOCTRINAL RESPONSIBILITIES
NOTE: This chart from FM 1-0 addresses the relationship between key players and other staff elements in MWR.
1. Commanders at all levels are responsible for the MWR support provided to their Soldiers and civilians. MWR programs are found at all echelons on the battlefield and in all operational scenarios.
2. MWR requirements are based on the combat environment and availability of resources.
3. Battalions and below self-administer their programs using their command appointed unit athletic and recreation (A&R) officers/NCOs; brigades and above assist all subordinate units in planning and executing their MWR programs.
Table 5-1, FM 1-0

8. Manpower, materiel, supplies
ASCC G-1 / AG
Primary staff officer for coordinating, developing, and managing MWR programs and policies
Coordinate
Manpower, materiel, supplies
ARC Support
AAFES/ AFE Support
Other MWR Assistance
Plan
OPORD/ OPLANs
Deployment of MWR EEC
Establish
MWR Policy
MWR Procedures
MWR Activities
Sports activities
Libraries
Clubs
Entertainment
AAFES
Fitness & Recreation
Red Cross Support
Internet
Health/Comfort Packs
Other Activities
SHOW SLIDE 8: ASCC G-1/AG
1. FM 1-0, Para 5-13 explains that commanders at all levels are responsible for providing MWR support to their Soldiers and DoD civilians.
2. Overall, the G-1/AG is the primary staff officer for coordinating, developing, and managing MWR programs and policies that affects units down to the battalion and further to Soldiers.
3. FM 1-0, Para 5-17 list responsibilities of the ASCC G-1/AG in providing MWR guidance and support.
FM 1-0, para 5-17

9. Corps/Division G-1/AG Plan Coordinate Schedule
AAFES Imprest Fund Activities
Direct Operational Exchanges
Tactical Field Exchanges
Concession operations
Coordinate, develop, and manage MWR programs IAW ASCC guidance
Establish MWR policy and support corps-level MWR programs for division/non-divisional units
Coordinate
Support for ARC
Army band activities
Book kits from IMCOM G-9
Training for MWR personnel
MWR support team activities, Family assistance and commo with the Rear Detachment
Schedule
Provide brigades with R&R allocations
Establish in-AO rest areas
SHOW SLIDE 9: CORPS/DIVISION G-1/AG
NOTE: FM 1-0, Para 5-18 looks at the corps and division G-1/AG responsibilities for MWR.
1. Planning and coordination at this level involves a range of activities to include the oversight of book kit distribution to required training for MWR personnel.
2. During deployment, division G-1 allocates R&R slots to Brigades.
FM 1-0, para 5-18

10. Brigade S-1 Plan Schedule Coordinate Tactical Field Exchanges
Include MWR Planning in all OPORD/OPLAN
Appoint A&R officers/NCO at battalion and company
Ensure commanders appoint Family Readiness personnel at battalion and company level
Plan
Tactical Field Exchanges
AAFES Imprest Fund Activities
Direct Operational Exchanges
MWR service-level kits
Schedule
Soldiers for R&R
Soldiers and civilians for rest area utilization and pass programs, as applicable
Coordinate
Establishment of activity centers, recreation activities, exchanges, and unit lounges
Unit A&R programs
SHOW SLIDE 10: BRIGADE S-1
NOTE: Reference FM 1-0, Para 5-19.
1. MWR support is pushed down from division to brigade for the planning, coordination, and scheduling of resources and support to battalions.
2. As the G-1 ensures MWR operations are included in OPORDs and OPLANs, so do the brigade S-1’s in their OPORDs to support subordinate units.
FM 1-0, para 5-19

11. Battalion S-1 Coordinate Schedule Plan
Appoint A&R officer/NCOs
Ensure subordinate units include MWR equipment in basic load plan
Ensure unit commanders appoint Family Readiness POCs
Ensure unit commanders establish FRGs
Establish liaison with ARC upon arrival in theater
Coordinate
With S-4 for HCPs
Establishment of activity centers, recreation activities, exchanges, and unit lounges
Unit programs to include acquisition, use, and maintenance of equipment/ supplies
Family readiness programs and policies
Requisition book kits
Schedule
Soldiers and civilians for R&R based on allocations from brigade
Soldiers and civilians for rest area utilization and pass programs, as applicable
SHOW SLIDE 11: BATTALION S-1
NOTE: Reference: FM 1-0, Para 5-20.
At the battalion S1 level, responsibilities and considerations are involved in providing MWR support to Soldiers. The slide depicts coordination, planning, and scheduling aspects of MWR support for Soldiers and civilians.
Plan
For unit MWR programs prior to deployment and upon return from redeployment
FM 1-0, para 5-20

12. Unit Coordination
Soldiers depend on MWR activities to balance their time between duty and off duty hours down range and at homestation.
Unit support planning and coordination begins at S1 levels. What ways are these MWR activities coordinated at S1 Level downrange and in garrison?
Discuss experiences.
SHOW SLIDE 12: UNIT COORDINATION
1. Whether deployed or at home station, MWR support is present for Soldiers to take advantage of in any locations.
2. Even at the most austere locations MWR can affect Soldiers morale for the better by the provision of recreation kits.
3. Large MWR support exists in Forward Operating Bases (FOB) that supports over 1000 Soldiers that affords them activities to include concerts, weight rooms, etc.

13. Battlefield Flow C-C+30 C+30 - C+60 C+60 – C+120
May be limited unit-level recreation kits and HCP
G-1/AGs requisition and distribute MWR service-level kits
Establish network for distributing and rotating AAFES-provided films/tapes
Begin transportation and storage of exchange items
Civilian MWR EEC personnel deploy
C+30 - C+60
Deployment of MWR service-level kits (e.g., televisions, weights, etc.)
Develop polices for rest area use
Distribute HCPs with Class I supplies to units and individuals without access to retail facilities
Establish DOX-T, TFE, and AIFA, as required
Designate, train, deploy, and employ Army personnel to support MWR
Distribution of deployed unit funds and book kits
C+60 – C+120
G-4 establishes theater-level DoD Activity Address Codes for MWR; supply channels stock MWR items on their Common Table of Allowances.
Corps/division base of operations expands to provide one or more support package (Force Provider) rest areas developed to meet the needs of a brigade-size unit.
ASCC G-1/AG may establish a pass program or ASCC rest area within the AO; R&R policies are implemented
SHOW SLIDE 13: BATTLEFIELD FLOW
For planning purposes, these guidelines establish a time-phased schedule for deploying MWR resources to support military operations. Actual timelines and operations depend on METT-TC.
FM 1-0, para 5-29 to 5-31

14. AR 215-1: Military MWR Programs and Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities
Chapter 1 – Purpose, Principles, and Objectives
Chapter 2 – Responsibilities
Chapter 3 – NAF Instrumentality Structure
Chapter 4 - NAF Instrumentality Legal Status
Chapter 5 – Funding
Chapter 6 – Unit Funds
Chapter 7 – Patronage
Chapter 8 – Military MWR Programs
Chapter 9 – Mobilization, Contingency, and Wartime Operations
Chapter 10 – Alcoholic Beverages
Chapter 11 – Advertising and Commercial Sponsorship
Chapter 12 – Resale, User Fees, and Credit
Chapter 13 – Logistics and Administration
Chapter 14 – MWR Personnel
Chapter 15 – MWR Planning and Programming
Chapter 16 – Financial Management
Chapter 17 – Property Management
Chapter 18 – Audits, Inspections, Investigations
Chapter 19 – NAF Fund Risk Management Program
SHOW SLIDE 14: AR 215-1: Military MWR Programs and Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities
1. AR establishes policy, prescribes procedures, and assigns responsibilities for Army MWR programs and nonappropriated fund instrumentalities (NAFIs) encompassing the garrison MWR operating entities and includes Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities (NAFI) of the Department of Defense (DOD) established in accordance with Army policies herein. NAFIs are classified into one of six program groups depicted in AR 215-1, Ch 3, Section I.
2. The Army MWR program is a quality-of-life program that directly supports readiness by providing a variety of community, Soldier, and Family support programs, activities, and services. Included are social, fitness, recreational, educational, and other programs and activities that enhance community life, foster Soldier and unit readiness, promote mental and physical fitness, and generally provide a working and living environment that attracts and retains quality Soldiers (AR 215-1, Para 1-8a).
3. The range of MWR programs offered at Army garrisons is based on the needs of authorized patrons who work and reside there. Programs are managed by garrison commanders within the framework of authorized and available APFs and nonappropriated funds (NAFs). Nonappropriated funds are those funds that are locally generated by MWR programs or provided by Region directors and/or the Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Fund (AMWRF). AAFES dividends are also a source of NAFs (AR 215-1, Para 1-8b).

15. Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) Structure
NAFI Groups
Program Group I
Military morale, welfare, and recreation programs
Program Group II
Armed Forces Exchanges
Program Group III
Civilian morale, welfare, and recreation programs
Program Group IV
Lodging Program supplemental mission funds
Program Group V
Supplemental mission funds
Program Group VI
Special purpose central funds
NAFIs and their programs are classified into one of six program groups
Within each group, programs are further classified into one of three funding categories:
Mission Sustaining
Community Support
Revenue Generating
SHOW SLIDE 15: Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) Structure
AR 215-1, Ch 3, Section I, NAFIs and their programs are classified into one of six program groups. Within each group, programs are further classified into one of three funding categories:
Mission Sustaining
Community Support
Revenue Generating

16. Funding Categories Category A – Mission Sustaining Programs
Armed Forces Entertainment
BOSS
Gyms, field houses, pools
Library and information services
Movies
Natural areas; undeveloped
Nature centers and fitness trails
Parks. picnic areas, playgrounds, etc.
Community Recreation Centers
Sports (individual, intramural, unit)
Unit (or company) level activities
Category A – Mission Sustaining Programs
Essential to sustaining readiness
Little or no capacity for generating NAF income; supported almost entirely with APFs
Category B – Community Support Programs
Satisfy basic needs of Soldiers and Families
Receive substantial AFP support; limited ability to generate revenues
Arts and Crafts
Automotive Skill
Bowling Centers
Cable/community TV
Child, Youth, and School Services
Entertainment
Information, ticketing, and registration services
Outdoor recreation programs
SHOW SLIDE 16: FUNDING CATEGORIES
NOTE: AR 215-1, Ch 3, Section II
1. Category A: Mission-sustaining programs. Considered essential to sustaining readiness, these programs generally enhance and promote the physical and mental well-being of Soldiers. Programs in this category have little or no capacity for generating NAF income and are supported almost entirely with APFs.
2. Category B: Community support programs. These programs are closely related, in terms of supporting the military mission, to those grouped in category A. They satisfy the basic physiological and psychological needs of Soldiers and their Families and provide, to the extent possible, the community support systems that make military garrisons temporary hometowns for a mobile military population. These support programs will receive substantial amounts of APF support, but differ from those programs in category A, in part, because of their ability to generate NAF revenues. That ability to generate revenues is limited, however, and in no case are sustainable without substantial APF support.
3. Category C: Revenue-generating programs. These programs have less impact on readiness. They offer desirable social and recreational opportunities. Programs in this category have the capability of generating enough income to cover most of their operating expenses, but they lack the ability to sustain themselves based purely on their business activity; consequently, they receive limited APF support.
Amusement machines
Aquatics centers (water theme parks)
Armed Forces Recreation Centers
Army Recreation Machine Program
Audio/photo retail sales (overseas only)
Bingo
Bowling centers (over 12 lanes)
Commercial travel
Food, beverage, and entertainment operations
Golf courses and associated operations
Military clubs
Category C – Revenue Generating Programs
Less impact on readiness
Generate enough income to cover most operating expenses; however, does receive limited APF support

17. Supporting Organizations (1 of 2)
American Red Cross
Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Command (FMWRC)
SHOW SLIDE 17: SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS (1 OF 2)
1. Soldiers are entitled to the same quality of life as is afforded the society they are pledged to defend. The mission of the MWR program is to improve unit readiness by promoting fitness, building morale and cohesion, enhancing quality of life, and providing recreational, social, and other support services for Soldiers, civilians and their Families.
2. The US Army Family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Command (FMWRC) are the primary functional proponent for MWR and community support.
3. There are other agencies that manage programs to support the Soldiers and their Family members such as Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) and the American Red Cross (ARC).
Installation Management Command
(IMCOM) / G-9
Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES)

18. Supporting Organizations (2 of 2)
Installation Management Command (IMCOM) G-9 Maintain MWR and Family assistance and readiness at home stations DOD executive agent for deployment of ARC personnel
American Red Cross - Provides emergency essential services to all members of the Armed Forces, Army civilians and their Families
Emergency Communications
Financial Assistance
Counseling
Comfort Kits
Installation Directors of HR/FMWR
Assist G-1/AGs and S-1s
Train A&R officers/NCO in MWR
Identify and deploy MWR Emergency Essential Civilians (EEC)
Manage Soldier and Family Assistance Centers
SHOW SLIDE 18: SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS (2 OF 2)
NOTE: Reference: FM 1-0, Ch. 5, para 5-14, 5-15; 5-21 to 5-23.
1. IMCOM G-9 assists sustaining base commanders by maintaining MWR (includes Child, Youth, and School Services (CYSS)) and Family assistance and readiness support at home stations. IMCOM G-9 is the executive agent to provide necessary deployment support to the ARC; AAFES is responsible for exchange support. Activities are based on the needs of the particular community Served. They are available to military personnel and their Families and usually to civilians and their Families.
2. During military operations, installation staff must be cognizant of population fluctuations and be prepared to provide expanded services. The requirement for service for the Families of deployed Soldiers (Active and Reserve), and the Families of those back-filling the installation may quickly stress MWR and Family programs.
3. The ARC consistently delivers essential Red Cross services to active duty military, ARNG, reservists, Army civilians, and their Families worldwide in order to assist them in preventing, preparing for, and coping with emergency situations. The ARC provides services such as emergency communication, i.e. deaths and births, emergency financial assistance, counseling, as well as comfort kits in the deployed environment.
4. All requests for ARC personnel to accompany U.S. Forces into the JOA must be forwarded to the U.S. Army IMCOM G-9, the DoD executive agent for the deployment of ARC personnel during these situations. IMCOM G-9 is responsible for coordinating and securing support for ARC personnel to support military operations, managing and monitoring military support to the ARC, funding travel to and from the AO for ARC personnel, and coordinating and preparing ARC personnel for deployment and return. The ARC national headquarters is responsible for supplying the staff and managing and monitoring ARC operations in the field.
5. A designated ARC representative will be involved with the IMCOM G-9, the appropriate military command, and the ARC national headquarters in contingency planning to ensure proper coordination and clarification of requirements. In the JOA, coordination for ARC support (logistical and life support) falls under the G-1/AG. ARC representatives are available at division and higher levels to assist with Family emergencies and emergency communication between Family members and deployed personnel.

19. Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES)
AAFES deploys personnel worldwide to provide support
Logistical support of AAFES operations and personnel provided by direct support or through LOGCAP
Direct Operational Exchange (DOX-T)
Manned by AAFES personnel
Tactical Field Exchanges (TFE)
Normally military manned
Temporary facilities where permanent support is not present
AAFES Imprest Fund Activities (AIFA)
Military-operated retail activity
Operated in small or remote sites
Unit issued initial fund by AAFES to purchase beginning inventory
Revenue from sales used to replenish merchandise stock
Requested through AAFES General Manager in the area of operations
SHOW SLIDE 19: Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES)
NOTE: Reference: FM 1-0, Ch. 5
1. AAFES opens and operates exchanges in contingency locations at the request of the combatant commander and subordinate commands. The type of exchange operation that will be available in a geographical area depends on several factors: the population supported; whether the site is designated as long-term or enduring; the unit’s ability to provide infrastructure and life support requirements for AAFES personnel; and security and sustainment conditions in the area.
2. AAFES operations, including AAFES concessionaires, are METT-T dependent and include DOX-T, TFE, and AIFA.
a. Direct Operations Exchange – Tactical (DOX-T) is civilian-operated retail activities. Personnel and merchandise are supplied from a parent exchange.
b. A TFE (Tactical Field Exchange) is a military operated retail activity with merchandise being supplied from a parent exchange. TFEs are employed in support of large tactical operations on a temporary basis in areas where permanent exchange activities are not present.
c. AAFES Imprest Fund Activity (AIFA) are military operated retail activities, normally used to support a deployment of short duration, or in support of small units in remote locations. The supported units are responsible for resupply.
3. The enduring two-part mission of AAFES is to provide quality merchandise and services to customers at competitively low prices, and to generate earnings which provide a dividend to support MWR programs.

20. Practical Exercise
SITUATION: You are the Brigade S-1 for the 26th Signal Brigade. The brigade is preparing to relocate from FOB Alpha to the newly established FOB Bravo. In addition to relocating the brigade, you have been advised that the brigade will be gaining 35 Airmen, 100 Marines and 50 Sailors, who will augment the brigade. The relocation will begin in 15 days.
The brigade commander calls you into his office and informs you that he expects the same level of MWR support for all personnel at the new FOB Bravo. He directs you to sketch out a hasty concept of support during each phase of MWR battlefield flow and then come back and brief him on your plan.
SHOW SLIDE 20: PRACTICAL EXERCISE
1. SITUATION: You are the Brigade S-1 for the 26th Signal Brigade. The brigade is preparing to relocate from FOB Alpha to the newly established FOB Bravo. In addition to relocating the brigade, you have been advised that the brigade will be gaining 35 Airmen, 100 Marines and 50 Sailors, who will augment the brigade. The relocation will begin in 15 days.
The brigade commander calls you into his office and informs you that he expects the same level of MWR support for all personnel at the new FOB Bravo. He directs you to sketch out a hasty concept of support during each phase of MWR battlefield flow and then come back and brief him on your plan.
2. BRIGADE COMMANDER’S GUIDANCE. Explain how you will plan, coordinate, and execute MWR support at the new FOB Bravo. When developing your plan, ensure you discuss:
a. Implied and specific S-1 tasks and responsibilities.
b. Internal and external coordination requirements.
c. Services/program options during the various stages of MWR battlefield flow METT-TC considerations from an S-1 perspective.
3. DIRECTIONS: Select a spokesperson for each group. Each group will have 20 minutes to prepare a 5-10 minute briefing on the assigned area.
a. GROUP 1: Develop a FOB Bravo MWR concept of support for C – C+30.
b. GROUP 2: Develop a FOB Bravo MWR concept of support for C+30 – C+60.
c. GROUP 3: Develop a FOB Bravo MWR concept of support for C+60 – C+120.

21. Terminal Learning Objective
Action: Administer MWR Support Plan for Deployed Forces Condition: In a small group environment, using readings, classroom discussion and doctrinal publications to include AR (Military MWR Programs and Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities) and FM 1-0 (Human Resources Support). Standard: Preparation results in a planning tool for Battalion/Brigade S-1s to use across all stages deployment cycle support that captures required actions and processes that must be completed or managed to provide MWR support to Soldiers.
SHOW SLIDE 21: TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE
NOTE: Re-state the TLO with the students.