Newsletter · August 7, 2025

Solving the Nationwide Teacher Shortage, Embracing AI, Joining a Spouse Group, Using Body Language During an Interview and Childcare Information

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This edition is packed with practical insights and support for military families and job seekers alike. Learn how National University is helping solve the nationwide teacher shortage with a VA-funded initiative that benefits both students and military households. If AI has you worried about your job, we’ve got tips to help you stay ahead of the curve—and thrive. Thinking of joining The Spouse Group™ but unsure if it’s your vibe? We’ve got a real-talk guide. Plus, discover four easy body language hacks to nail your next interview, and meet the founder of Operation Childcare, working to expand childcare and job opportunities for military spouses.
National University Tackles K-12 Teacher Shortage with VA-Backed Program
As the U.S. grapples with a growing teacher shortage, National University—founded by a veteran and dedicated to education—is taking action. Backed by a major grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs, NU is expanding its K–12 initiatives to support military families, uplift students across the country, and reimagine learning through programs like Harmony Academy.
Worried About AI and Jobs? Here’s How to Make it Work For You
Figuring out AI in the workplace? Discover how to use it to grow your career, ease job security worries, and succeed in a shifting landscape.
Should You Join the Facebook Spouse Group?
New to base? Mid-deployment and craving adult convo? Or maybe someone insisted, “You have to join The Spouse Group™,” with a tone that felt more like a warning. Either way, you’re now eyeing the Facebook page, WhatsApp chat, and that oddly named lunch club with way too many rules. Here’s how to decide—without losing your sanity or faith in group dynamics.
Use These 4 Body Language Tips to Ace Your Job Interview
In job interviews, your body language can be just as important as your resume. Benjamin Granger, chief workplace psychologist at Qualtrics, says posture, facial expressions, and behavior all play a major role in making a strong first impression.
Kayla Corbitt and Operation Childcare, Providing Childcare Options for Military Families
Operation Childcare offers support for military families by helping with childcare and connecting military spouses to temporary job opportunities. Find out where to get help.
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National University Tackles K-12 Teacher Shortage with VA-Backed Program

As the U.S. faces a growing teacher shortage, National University—founded by a veteran and committed to education—is stepping up to make a difference. With a groundbreaking grant from the Department of Veterans Affairs, NU is expanding its K-12 educational efforts. Learn how this initiative is creating career opportunities for military families, helping children nationwide, and reimagining education through programs like Harmony Academy.

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Worried About AI and Jobs? Here’s How to Make it Work For You

Navigating AI at work? Learn how to leverage AI to boost your career, overcome job security fears, and thrive.

Should You Join the Facebook Spouse Group?

Maybe you’re new to the base. Maybe you’re in a mid-deployment spiral and looking for adult conversation. Or maybe someone at the meet-and-greet said, “Oh, you have to join the group, it’s so helpful,” with the exact tone of voice that suggests you’re about to get trauma-bonded or bullied. Hard to say. Either way: now you’re thinking about joining The Spouse Group™. The Facebook page, the WhatsApp chat, the monthly lunch club with the confusing name and four layers of admin rules. Here’s how to decide without sacrificing your mental health or your last shred of trust in group dynamics.

Use These 4 Body Language Tips to Ace Your Job Interview

When it comes to job interviews, your body language can be just as crucial, and as communicative, as your resume. According to Benjamin Granger, chief workplace psychologist at software company Qualtrics, your posture, expression and behavior are key to making a good first impression.

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Kayla Corbitt and Operation Childcare, Providing Childcare Options for Military Families

Operation Childcare works to provide childcare options for military families and temporary job opportunities for military spouses. Learn where to go to get assistance.