Army Sponsorship Program Flashcards
What covers army sponsorship program?
AR 600-8-8
What form does the sponsor fill out?
DA form 5434
What sections do the sponsored fill out?
3c
What are the general rules for appointing a sponsor?
Grade equal to or higher ranking than the incoming soldier.
Same sex (gender) as the soldier
Familiar with the unit or activity and community.
How many days after notification does the sponsor have to contact the incoming Soldier?
10 days
According to regulation, what Soldiers are mandated to have a sponsor?
First term soldiers
What is the purpose of the Total Army Sponsorship Program?
To help commanders exercise their basic responsibility to assist Soldiers, civilian employees, and families successfully relocate into and out of their commands.
What is S-Gate?
S-Gate provides vital information for incoming soldiers: Who their sponsor is, sponsor contact info, Assignment info, a welcome letter, needs assessment checklist and useful web links and regulatory information.
What are the six elements of the sponsorship program?
- DA Form 5434
- Welcome Letter
- ACS Relocation Readiness Services
- Reception
- Orientation
- Inprocessing
What are the general rules for “being” a sponsor to another Soldier or civilian employee?
Forward a welcome letter, telephone the incoming Soldier, and answer follow-up correspondence
What is the directive to commanders for inprocessing time provided to new Soldiers?
Commanders will provide the new arrival with adequate time for inprocessing
Who is responsible for sending a welcome letter to the new arrival?
The battalion commander or command sergeant major and the designated sponsor
