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SEE PAGE 6 SKIES UNLIMITED A CYSS program here gives tots and teens plenty of opportunities to learn, explore and make new friends SEE PAGE 8
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COMMENTARY | FINANCIAL READINESS
Leaving the military? Stay with Thrift Savings Plan (G, F, C, S, and I) that cover most of the investment landscape. Or, if you aren’t sure how to invest among the five funds, consider the TSP’s Lifecycle (L) Funds. The L Funds – L 2050, L 2040, L 2030, L 2020, and L Income – are professionally designed to balance the expected risk and return associated with each of the five funds. Just choose the one most closely associated with the year you plan to need your money. Want to make things really simple and make the most out of a TSP account? If you have other eligible retirement plans, think about transferring them into the TSP. Check out our YouTube
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Back-to-school events are drawing near, and it is a prime time for ensuring that children are up-to-date on all their immunizations. What is immunization? According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
immunization refers to the process by which a person becomes protected against a disease, usually through vaccinations. A vaccination uses a weakened or partial virus or bacteria to trigger an immune system reaction. The immune system reaction reduces the chances of developing illness if a person is later exposed to the actual virus or bacteria. Why is it important to be vaccinated?
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“Vaccinations are the most effective protection against disease,” said Lt. Col. Laura Pacha, disease epidemiology program manager at the U.S. Army Public Health Command. “Through vaccinations, naturally occurring smallpox was eliminated around the world. Routine childhood vaccinations have meant some diseases, like polio, have been eradicated from the United States. The impact of others has been greatly reduced. However, these diseases, including polio, still circulate in other parts of the world, so reintroducing them to the U.S. may be only a plane ride away.” Not only should adults be vigilant in
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loan, complete and submit a loan payment coupon to the TSP. To learn more about TSP loans, refer to the TSP’s Loans booklet. The TSP is here to help after people separate from service. We want you to continue to receive statements and other timely information after you separate. Make sure your address is correct by visiting tsp.gov or calling the ThriftLine at 1-TSPYOU-FRST. Also check out our YouTube channel, TSP4gov, where you’ll find short, educational videos about managing your TSP account. Follow us on Twitter @tsp4gov and you’ll get current, informative messages as well as easy access to tools that will help you make the decisions that are right for you. Remember – the TSP is a retirement plan that individuals can keep no matter where their career takes them.
their vaccinations to prevent spreading diseases to their children and others, but the children themselves need the protection. “Children are a vulnerable population,” said Maj. Jasmine Peterson, an Army public health nurse at the USAPHC. “The risk of spreading disease among them is higher due to their interaction with other children in various settings.” What are the common vaccines recommended for children? The required vaccinations vary between states and different ages; for SEE VACCINATIONS, PAGE 18
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You may be leaving the military, but that doesn’t mean you have to leave the Thrift Savings Plan. Keep reading to learn some of the great reasons to stay. The TSP offers low fees. Saving for retirement isn’t free, and some retirement plan fees can take a big bite out of savings. The TSP has low administrative fees so people can keep more of what they save. Over a career, this can add up to thousands of additional dollars in retirement. The TSP offers the freedom to change how you invest. Even
though people can no longer contribute after they separate, money can still be rolled into a TSP account from other eligible employer plans and the investment mix can be changed by making an interfund transfer. Make sure you understand how interfund transfers work, especially if you have a Roth balance in addition to a traditional balance in a TSP account. The TSP offers smart, simple choices. When it comes to saving for retirement, more investment options aren’t always better. Too many options can be confusing and difficult to manage. The TSP offers smart, simple choices. You can invest in five individual funds
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video, “Combine and Save,” to learn more. Now that you know some of the great reasons to stay with the TSP, here are some important tax items to keep in mind as you move forward: • Be mindful of the early withdrawal penalty tax. You can leave your money in the TSP until you turn 70½. However, if you withdraw money from your TSP account before you turn 59½, you could be subject to a 10 percent early withdrawal penalty tax. Read the TSP’s tax notice, “Important Tax Information About Payments From Your TSP Account,” to learn more. • Don’t let a loan linger. If you have an unpaid TSP loan when you separate from service, you must repay it in full within 90 days of the date when your service reports your separation to avoid having the IRS consider it taxable income. To pay off the
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August is Antiterrorism Awareness Month. Force protection experts at Fort Lee are emphasizing the importance of community involvement with a simple and direct message: if you see something – say something. See Page 6 for story.
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Garrison leaders converge at Lee for IMCOM huddle Amy Perry Production/News Assistant Editor
Senior Army garrison leaders from the from Installation Management Command’s Atlantic Region gathered at Fort Lee for a two-day conference this week to focus on issues affecting command teams across IMCOM. This “commanders’ huddle” is the second since Lt. Gen. David D. Halverson, commanding general, IMCOM, came on board earlier this year. Halverson and Davis D. Tindoll, director, IMCOM Atlantic Region, led a roundtable discussion the first day and briefings were held thoughout the conference
regarding audits, contracts, budget discussions, hiring processes and conference requests, among other topics. In his opening remarks, Halverson reassured the commanders that he knew their job was tough, and encouraged them to make the most of it. “It’s a really tough job – it’s something that gets you out of your comfort zone,” he said. “It’s a broadening experience because it’s not in your core competencies on what you have had to focus on.” Halverson said one of his top priorities is human capital. “How do I develop the next generation of garrison commanders so they are much more prepared to deal
with the issues that arise?” he questioned. “I’m going to be really invested in (the human capital aspect), and you should expect to hear more about that in the next year.” Making the transition from the operational Army to garrison can be difficult for commanders, said Halverson, but it can be even tougher for the command sergeants major. “Learning about (garrison leadership) may not be a core compency for an NCO,” he said. “But you have to be focused on Soldiers and families, like you have always done. Taking care of Soldiers is what my command sergeants major need to do. You need to be that enabler to let the garrison commander known what the
Civilian mentor program shapes IMCOM’s future Amanda Kraus Rodriguez U.S. Army IMCOM
SAN ANTONIO – U.S. Army Installation Management Command walks the talk, increasing its investment in employee development through a revitalized, year-long mentorship program, which kicked off with a three day orientation July 15. Twenty-eight mentees paired with their 28 mentors and five senior mentors, from installations around the globe, gathered to begin participation in the IMCOM Headquarters Centralized Mentoring Program. Maj. Gen. Camille Nichols, IMCOM’s deputy commanding general, praised the participants for their initiative.
“I commend you all for being here,” Nichols said, “and taking that first step. You’re your own best personnel manager. When I look back, there were times I really did need some guidance and still do to this day ... I believe you never stop that opportunity.” Karen Perkins, IMCOM director of human resources, spoke about the personal impact of the “Army’s investment.” “The power in this room and the potential here in this room is exponential,” Perkins said. “Think about how much knowledge, skill and life experience you have to give to this program over the next year. This is about individual leadership, too. It’s a lif- changing opportunity.” Workforce development/hu-
Soldiers and their families are talking about. “The only way to do that is to be out and about,” Halverson continued. “Know the standards – enforce those standards. Let us know where there are gaps. Speak with one voice as the command team.” The Army’s future is rife with challenges, especially with the upcoming downsizing. “Currently, we are doing assessments at the garrison level to find out where we are at from a capability standpoint,” said Halverson. “We have to find out how we can rebalance our workforce to meet our objectives for the cutbacks. Focusing our efforts on the rebalancing is very important.”
man resources specialist, Debbie Caraway, believes this year’s holistic approach combined with the direct impact of capstone projects on IMCOM’s lines of effort may yield immediate results in individual professional development and organizational process improvements. “The goal is to provide growth experiences that will allow (participants) to accept positions of greater responsibility,” said Caraway. “It contributes to building the bench and is very important during this time of dynamic change within the Department of Defense to provide the people in the organization the opportunity to enhance their individual capabilities. It ensures loyalty, a better skilled, more capable team member and mission capability for the organization.” With volunteered help from community, business and education partners, such as United
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Lt. Gen. David. D. Halverson, commanding general, Installation Management Command, speaks to Atlantic Region garrison leaders at the IMCOM Garrison Commander/Garrison Command Sergeant Major Huddle held at Fort Lee Tuesday - Wednesday. The huddle was an opportunity for the leaders to share information from their garrisons and learn about some of the current hot topics at IMCOM.
Services Automotive Association social media team, National Basketball Association’s San Antonio Spurs organizational management team, University of Texas San Antonio career services division and U.S. Army Medical Command partners, the mentor/mentee teams spent time on team building, leadership, organizational development, defining the objectives and desired outcome of the program. They also has a general discussion about skills, career goal setting, networking, continued education, customer service and the health/work performance relationship. Caraway described it as a 360 degree growth opportunity that turns “individual development into mission success.” “The holistic perspective is going to address academics,” Caraway said, “it’s going to address commercial activities . . . and those skills related to service
providers. It links into the CG’s lines of effort and priorities for the organization and it will allow participants to grow as individuals in many areas, not just their individual functional expertise.” The HCMP is an annual program that runs for 12 months. It is open to civilians command wide – garrisons, regions, IMCOM headquarters and Office of the Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management staff. Mentor participants are employees in grades 13-15 (or equivalent) and mentees are employees in grades GS 11-13 (or equivalent). The program also includes non-appropriated fund and local national employees. Mentor and mentee applications for the next session will be available in Spring 2015. For more information, contact IMCOM headquarters workforce development team at (210) 466-0402 or IMCOM regional workforce development staff.
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Willmara Moye learns the proper way to hold a fire hose with the help of firefighter Chris Mitchell during the first day of the Fort Lee 2014 Teen Youth Leadership Symposium Monday at Fire Station No. 2. Eleven teens took part in the five-day annual program that is sponsored by Army Community Service and the American Red Cross, and hosted by Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services.
Savanna Ellis and Glen Meza smile as they wait a bucket lift on aerial Fire Truck No. 10 operated by firefighter Brad Hudson. During the Teen Camp program Monday, the youths rose in the ladder platform to its full elevation of about 100 feet; roughly 10 stories. They learned it can apply up to 2,000 gallons of water per minute on a fire. When not being used for firefighting, the truck is used for forcible entry, search and rescue operations, vehicle accidents and elevator emergencies.
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Alexis Gustofson puts on protective “turnout gear� with the help of firefighter Neal Hudgins on Monday while she is timed by Christopher P. Steckel, assistant chief, Training Division, Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services. The standard for a firefighter is to be able to don the gear in one minute.
Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services, in conjunction with the American Red Cross and Army Community Service, hosted 11 teens this week at Fire Station No 2. The youths were immersed in a wide range of day-to-day fire department activities as part of the 2014 Teen Camp Symposium. The program kicked off Monday with a welcome by Fire Chief Phillip P. Wilkinson. The day focused on fire department operations and each of the teens was issued all the necessary personal protective equipment that firefighters wear when responding to emergency calls. “We are all brothers,� said Capt. Curtis Livingston, who served as the lead instructor for the day. “Safety is number one and we always look out for each other.� Livingston and a group of fire personnel reviewed and demonstrated the
“donning/doffing� of the “turn-out� gear and instructed how to put on the protective clothing, boots, helmets and a self-contained briefing apparatus. The teens were assigned to either an engine or truck company and learned the roles each play in the department. Livingston noted a firefighter has about a minute to put on the gear and be ready to leave the station to respond to an emergency. After the instruction, the teens were time-tested by Christopher P. Steckel, assistant chief – Training Division, Fort Lee Fire and Emergency Services. In the afternoon, the group learned about engine and truck company operations including Engine 5 pump and Truck No. 10 aerial setup. This included wearing a safety helmet standing in the bucket attached to a safety harness and being lifted about 100-feet in the air. The teens also had hands-on training with a fire hose. “Riding� in the bucket was the highlight of the day for several teens.
“It was cool,� said Savanna Ellis. “It was a great,� added Glen Mezza. Jahmai McLain, a 10th grader at Prince George High School who was a chief for the day, summed up the day. “It was interesting and fun.� The first day ended with search and rescue training, practicing techniques used to perform these operations and locating a victim under the watchful eyes of the firefighters. On Tuesday, the group learned about technical rescue, HAZMAT, fire inspection and fire extinguisher training, followed by CPR and first aid instruction on Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday, the teens will go through a structural exercise and perform a bucket brigade competition. The week-long program was coordinated by Steckel with Christy Carneal, Red Cross, and Susan Loden, Army Volunteer Corps coordinator, ACS. Several parents assisted Carneal and Loden.
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Each year, the Army designates August as a time to raise awareness about its efforts to protect military members, families and the civilian workforce from terrorist attacks. The importance of this effort is without question. Over the past decade, incidents of mass shootings, homemade bomb attacks and other acts of violence against Americans have made the issue of awareness and immediate reporting very relevant. In other words, it’s far more than “just another Army campaignâ€? ‌ paying attention and taking action can save lives. Here are a few things to always keep in mind: The threat is real. According to a recent article by the Heritage Foundation, there have been 60 terrorist plots against the United States since 9/11. Research of media reports and court documents shows that military facilities were the No. 1 target in these planned attacks, followed by New York City and places with mass gatherings such as the Boston Marathon. “Our enemies never rest and continue to seek ways to harm our nation and destroy our way of life,â€? said Scott Brown, director of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security. “AT month provides us an opportunity to contribute to the defense against terrorism and keep our families and communities safe through training and awareness,â€? Awareness is critical. As an old saying goes, knowledge is power. Another perspective that National Football League fans could relate to is that a good defense wins championships. Knowing what the threat is and how to recognize it is imperative. That’s why, as part of the awareness month, every member of the Army team is required to take the online AT Level I Awareness Training Course located at https://jkodirect.jten.mil.
Furthermore, to enhance awareness, every Soldier and all new civilian hires are required to receive face-to-face AT Level I training during initial entry, according to Ken Towery, the Fort Lee antiterrorism officer. If you SEE something, SAY something. Sometimes, seemingly harmless but suspicious situations can lead to terrible consequences if they go unreported. Example: the backpacks dropped off and left unattended at the Boston Marathon. The “See Something – Say Something� motto is profoundly significant because it has shown its ability to thwart extremist attacks. In one recent example, an alert citizen in Minnesota noticed someone crossing her yard to a storage area. She reported the suspicious activity and the police investigated. It resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old who was charged with attempted murder, possessing explosives and attempted damage to property. He had six bombs, seven weapons and 400 rounds of ammunition and planned to kill his family and classmates. “We are all in this fight together,� noted Tony DeWitt, director of
Fort Lee Emergency Services. “Our Soldiers and their families know what they’ve signed up for, and they know the type of business we are in, but we can all help watch each other’s back. AT Awareness Month focuses on increasing knowledge and reporting; this is critical in protecting people and enabling our mission. Awareness is our most certain defense against an act of terrorism. If you see something, report it.� The “bottom line,� according to observance facilitators at Fort Lee, is community members realizing they are the point of the spear in the fight against terrorism. “Your eyes and ears can detect suspicious behavior better than anyone else because you are everywhere terrorists want to be,� Towery said. “The AT Awareness slogan, See Something – Say Something, is right on point. The opposite of that is also true. If you see something and don’t say anything, nobody is warned, nobody is protected, nobody is safe.� To report suspicious activity at Fort Lee, call the military police at (804) 734-7400 or report it to your chain of command. – DPTMS and Staff Reports
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CASCOM Change of Command Maj. Gen. Larry D. Wyche will pass his Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee leadership position on to Maj. Gen. Stephen R. Lyons during a change of command ceremony set for Aug. 22, 10 a.m., at Sgt. Seay Field, adjacent to Mifflin Hall on the corner of Lee and A avenues. The ceremony will feature marching units from each military organization on the installation and music by the 392nd Army Band. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.
Aug. 8-10. Drivers paying for gas with their AAFES charge card will receive 10 cents off per gallon during these three. This discount is in addition to the back-to-school savings offered at the Exchange through Aug. 10. For details, visit www. shopmyexchange.com/ExchangeCredit.
Exchange Back-toSchool Event A special back-to-school event will be hosted by the Army and Air Force Exchange Aug. 9, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Product samples, giveaways and more will be available to shoppers in the mall. The Exchange also is offering a 5-percent discount on select back-toschool items through Aug. 10.
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Patients at Kenner Army Health Clinic will have limited access to care Aug. 21 to allow the staff to participate in mandatory training.
The Wilkerson Pediatric Clinic and both Troop Medical Clinics will curtail services from 10:30 a.m. - noon. The Family Medicine and Active Duty Clinics will curtail services from 10:30 - 4 p.m. To reach the pediatric or adult on-call KAHC medical provider when the clinic is closed, contact the administrative officer of the day at (804) 734-9000. All Kenner patients must obtain a referral before seeking care at an urgent care center or other network provider. For an emergency, dial 9-1-1 or report to the closest emergency room. For details, call (804) 734-9186.
Pre-Retirement Seminar The Directorate of Human Resources will host a pre-retirement seminar, Aug. 29, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Soldier Support Center, building 3400, 1401 B Ave. This program is for Soldiers who plan to transition out of the service within 18 months. Spouses are welcome. Presentations will cover retirement services, DEERS, education services, Tricare, Delta Dental, ACAP, finance and more. For details, call (804) 734-6973.
Fort Lee Taxi Service Bowling Center Milkshakes The Family and MWR Bowling Center offers milkshakes all year at building 9040, Battle Drive. A 16-oz. shake is $2.25 and a 32-oz. one is $3.75. Flavors include chocolate, vanilla and strawberry. The center also has other “cool” treats – ice cream, cookies, funnel sticks and more. For details, call (804) 734-6860.
The Logistics Readiness Center-Fort Lee reminds all Soldiers, DOD Civilians and government contractors that the free Fort Lee Official Taxi Service is available for on-post business travel. It operates five days a week, except holidays, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. To schedule, call at least 15 minutes prior to the desired pick up time. For transportation needs, call (804) 765-TAXI (8294).
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“I’m bored” are two words that should be rarely spoken by youths in the Fort Lee community. A world of adventure, excitement, friendship and fun awaits at Child,Youth and School Services, a Family and MWR program that provides summer camps, sports activities, social gatherings, instructional sessions and more for tots and teens. One centerpiece of the program is SKIES Unlimited – a focused effort that “compliments the CYSS mission” by building and maintaining programs that give children and youth the opportunity to expand their horizons. “SKIES stands for School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills,” noted Chaundra Taswell, program director. “Unlimited means just that … it’s the unlimited possibilities this program provides for children and youth.” The program provides an opportunity to explore talents, knowledge, skills and interest beyond the academic classroom, Taswell said. Additionally, SKIES classes compliment the experiences children and youth have in the Army CYSS environment and, at the same time, ensure the affordability and good quality of instructional classes. “Ultimately, we are trying to provide professional, convenient and inexpensive programming for military members and their families. Our goal is to offer a wealth of opportunities to nurture talents and enhance skills,” Taswell said. Families with children ages 3-17 can enroll in any of the four SKIES Unlimited “school areas” – Arts, Sports, Life Skills or Academics. The Fort Lee SKIES program now offers more than 20 options between the four schools including, but not limited to, martial arts and tumbling for multiple age groups, five different types of dance instruction, private and group piano lessons and various arts activities. The program is also offering self defense classes for parents and their children, a home alone/study skills class and a SAT prep class for teens. Approximately 410 students have enrolled in SKIES activities and classes since the start of the summer vacation period.
Taswell recruits her SKIES instructors from all walks of life. “I look for instructors who not only have the skill set, certification and any advance education in their field of expertise, but also experience working with children and youth,” she said. “It’s not easy working with children. You have to have a passion for it. That’s an added plus for me.” Steve Bourgeois, director of the SKIES soccer camp for the past 10 years, is one of those people. “I have always enjoyed working with CYSS youths,” he said. “My kids were taken care of while I was going through the military (he retired in 2002). There were community programs and other activities that they were a part of when I was deployed. Now, we are stable here and giving back to the community just seems like a natural fit. It’s just a pleasure to be part of this type of program; to be able to help in the same way other people did when my kids were growing up. Plus, I have a passion for soccer, it keeps me young.” Leticia Walton teaches special education classes during the day and, for the past three years, piano lessons with the SKIES program 3 nights a week. She said she hopes to give students on Fort Lee a background in music and for them to develop the same love for it that she has. SKIES Unlimited activities are open to anyone eligible to utilize the CYSS program. Enrollment is ongoing for dance, youth martial arts, peewee martial arts and preschool bumper bowling. Many other activities are offered during the school year. Since recruitment of instructors is ongoing and Taswell utilizes both contractors and volunteers, she said she is open to starting new classes/activities at any point during the year. “We maintain a list of our available classes with links to flyers and additional information on the Lee FMWR website,” Taswell concluded. “I encourage all military parents, especially those who haven’t heard about us before, to check out everything we have to offer.” For more information on SKIES, visit www.leemwr.com/child-youth-school-services/skies-unlimited. For questions, send an email to skies@leemwr.com.
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63& 1(67(5 5,26 Name: Spc. Nester Rios Organization: Quartermaster School MOS: 92G – food service specialist Hometown: Raymondville, Texas Family: married with one son Age: 23 Time in service: Four years How you spend your free time: “I participate in a lot of sports – quite a bit of weightlifting – and travel to different states with my family.” How you would describe yourself: “I’m a very down-toearth, optimistic, health-loving person. Time management is my flaw; trying to fit everything that needs to be done into a schedule.”
If you won the lottery: “I would buy my mom a house, provide her with what she needs, buy my family a house and provide for what we need and invest the rest to set us up for the future.” Pet peeve: “People who don’t wash their hands after using the restroom.” Your ideal life: “That would
be having a great job and a nice house by the coastline.” The one person you most admire: “My wife for everything that she does for me.” The one celebrity or historical figure you would like to meet: “Jay Cutler, the professional bodybuilder, because he is a four-time Mr. Olympia winner and he won all those titles injured. For me – I like working out – it’s very motivational.” Worst fear: “Not being able to provide for the people I love.” Talent: “Drawing, sketching, painting, arts and crafts, and working with my hands.” Dream car: “(I’ve heard a lot of) talk about the Bugatti so, I would like to have one of those.” One thing you can’t live without: “Family … that’s everything.” One life-changing event: “When I was about 14, my dad
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You have an interest in nursing. Why didn’t you pursue it when you enlisted? “Coming into the Army, I didn’t know what I wanted to do. I’m very artistic and you work with your hands (in food service), so that’s why I chose it.” The most memorable event in your military career: “The day I graduated from basic combat training. It meant I completed that milestone to start my career.” What it takes to be a good Soldier: “It takes a deep commitment and sense of pride to do what we do. Like any other job, there are good times and bad times and in the Army, you just can’t walk away during bad times. Like deploying, you just can’t walk away from it. You need to have a strong passion SEE RIOS, PAGE 15
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KRQRULQJ UHWLUHHV Fort Lee celebrated the careers of six military members during the bi-monthly installation retirement ceremony July 31 in Ball Auditorium, Cohen Hall, on the Ordnance Campus. The retirees are Lt. Col. Karl Schwartz, Army Logistics University; 1st Sgt. Walter Barrow, 1st Cav. Div., Fort Hood, Texas; Sgt. 1st Class Ira Woodley, Fort Lee garrison; Sgt. 1st Class Gail Black, Virginia Army National Guard; Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Swan, 266 Quartermaster Battalion; and Staff Sgt. Edmund Whipple, 217th Military Police Detachment.
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Granting wishes Fort Lee community bands together, gives boy a chance to become a Soldier T. Anthony Bell Senior Writer/Special Projects
Members of the institutional Army here are quite familiar with what makes good Soldiers. First and foremost, they are enthusiastic about everything they do, whether it is cleaning toilets
during morning details or sitting through hours of classroom instruction. Second, they come prepared for the mission, either studying the lessons beforehand or practicing actual tasks. Third, they hunger for knowledge and thirst for the acquisition of new skills. Combined,
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Jack McDonagh experiences the rigger parachute jump simulator July 30 with the assistance of Sgt. 1st Class John Schmotzer, Quartermaster School.
they have an infectious effect, pushing those around them to emulate or surpass. John “Jack” McDonagh isn’t a Soldier but during his July 29-31 visit here, the 13-year-old proudly wore the Army combat uniform as an honorary warrior, displaying attributes that would make the toughest platoon sergeants proud in addition to inspiring a sense of duty and compassion in those who hosted him. The Fort Lee community welcomed the Chicago resident and three of his family members through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a non-profit organization that fulfills the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses. Jack was diagnosed with liver cancer at 4 years of age and is the recipient of two liver transplants. To manage his health, he is required to take several drugs on a daily basis, said his father, Jack Sr., and is likely to be on medication for the remainder of his life. According to the U.S. Institutes of Health, liver transplant recipients have a roughly 58 percent chance of living 15 years, subject to the unpredictability associated with the procedures. Despite his condition, Jack cultivated interests in sports, video games and military history. His passion for the latter was the “wish”
that bought him to Fort Lee where he received a glimpse of the Army and the people behind it. Staff Sgt. Eugene Williams, Bravo Company, 832nd Ordnance Battalion, was one of the Soldiers assigned to escort Jack. He said he was impressed with the teenager’s military knowledge and skill. “We did everything from (vehicle) recovery (operations) to weapons training,” said Williams. “His vast military knowledge – without having any training or experience – kind of wowed me. He said he learned it all from video games.” Jack’s experience included sitting in the chair of a general, taking charge of a formation of more than 100 Soldiers, riding in a tank, participating in a land navigation exercise and operating several training simulators. Jack’s mother, Karen, said her son has always had a liking for all things military, beginning from the first years of his life. “He had a military-themed birthday party for his sixth birthday,” she said. Jack was more affirmative about his love. “Some kids like Hot Wheels; my thing was tanks, helicopters and airplanes.” It was quite evident that Jack wasn’t just knowledgeable, but embodied the enthusiasm and motivation
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(LEFT) John “Jack” McDonagh uses an offensive maneuver on his training partner during combatives training July 31. (BELOW) Jack beams after being presented with a championship belt during combatives training. Jack was presented with many trinkets during his visit including the belt, a bronze Soldier statue and several Army unit patches.
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Sgt. 1st Class Wesley Townsend, first sergeant, Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, 16th Ordnance Battalion, helps Jack McDonagh with plotting points on a map during a land navigation class July 31. The 13-year-old McDonagh, who has liver cancer, visited Fort Lee through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a nonprofit that arranges experiences for children with life-threatening illnesses. McDonagh, a military buff, wanted to experience life as a Soldier and got to do so July 29-31. Townsend escorted McDonagh during his three-day visit. (LEFT) Townsend shows Jack how to fire his weapon at the Engagement Skills Trainer 2000 on July 30.
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Soldiers need to succeed. Pfc. Mark Hamilton, 508th Transportation Co., 266th Quartermaster Bn., was assigned as Jack’s driver on the final day. Proud to be a part of the event, he said he quickly found out how spunky the young lad is. “We couldn’t even open the door for him in the morn-
ing when he first got into the Humvee,” he said. “He just ran right up there, jumped in and was ready to go. I was like, ‘Man, this kid is motivated.’ That motivated me, and I was just glad to be a part of it.” Sgt. 1st Class Wesley Townsend, first sergeant, Headquarters and
Headquarters Detachment, 16th Ord. Bn, headed an escort team assigned to Jack the first two days. He said he and the others felt compelled to voluntarily spend the final day with him as well. “Knowing what he has gone through, we wanted to show him how much he meant to us,” said the father of four boys. “Just getting to know him meant a lot to me personally.” Staff Sgt. Torrance Morrison was also on the escort team. The Echo Co., 832nd Ord. Bn., Soldier said he witnessed Jack gradu-
ally emerge from a state of reserve on the first day to a level of trusting comfort on the last day. “I’m already a motivated Soldier, but this motivated me more,” he said. “It made me proud to be at Fort Lee and made me feel better as a Soldier and NCO, knowing that I helped somebody who needs help.” Capt. Hunter Berg, an instructor at the Ordnance Basic Officer Leaders Course, welcomed Jack and his family for combatives class at the installation range complex. The instruction in-
cluded roughly 20 student lieutenants. The bald, stocky Soldier dashed the instruction with bits of self-deprecating humor, generating laughs out of Jack as if he had no cares. “I’ve done a lot of tasks in the Army during my 28 years,” he said. “All of the tasks are important, but this one hit close to home. I have children, and I can only imagine (what it’s like to have a life-threatening illness) so I wanted this day to be special for him and his family.” Jack was clearly im-
pressed himself. At a press conference following a land navigation exercise that he led, he looked and felt comfortable and confident. “It’s really been awesome,” he said. “I feel 100 percent. I’ve been looking forward to this since we (were) granted (the wish) a few months ago, and it has (exceeded) all my expectations and more.” That might be said for the entire McDonagh family. Mother Karen said she is grateful for the opportunity and how the community accommodated her family.
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“The people have been amazing here,” she said after the combatives training. “The pure joy that all of the Soldiers and officers have brought to him – we’ve had a tremendous glimpse of what goes on here at Fort Lee – has been an amazing gift, something none of us will ever forget. It’s been so much fun.” Moreover, she said she has a newfound respect for what goes into Army training and operations. “We’ve definitely learned a lot about the military and the Army,” she said. “The
amount of training and resources that go into preparing the troops … it sounds obvious now, but to see it at such a level of excellence. I was also taken away by how genuinely warm and happy everyone is here. There’s so much camaraderie in the Army, I don’t think I really appreciated it. The caliber of people are just stupendous.” Jack said he dreams of becoming an engineer or ordnance Soldier one day. The happiest ending to this story would be that dream coming true.
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(BELOW) Romeo Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion Soldiers fall into a pushup position while others re-create the iconic raising of the U.S. flag over Mount Suribachi pose during the freestyle portion of a drill and ceremony competition at the 262nd QM Bn. Parade Field Friday. Five platoons competed in the two-hour event that consisted of two categories – formal drill, where they were scored on their ability to perform a specified sequence of military marching maneuvers, and freestyle, which allowed them to incorporate theatrics into a drill routine. The Romeo Co. freestyle performance, synchronized by commands from Pvt. Luis Diaz, also included a series of elaborate wagon-wheel spins and other maneuvers that drew excited applause from the large audience of mostly advanced individual training troops. (RIGHT) Pfc. Jackie Fiso from Uniform Company, 262nd QM Bn., calls out commands for her unit’s marching team while it competes in the freestyle category of the competition.
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Pfc. Michael Porter from Victor Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, gives the commands for various rifle moves while leading troops from his unit through the formal drill portion of the battalion-level marching competition.
Soldiers from Juliet Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, follow the marching commands of Pvt. Robert Coats (not pictured) during the formal drill portion of the marching competition.
Pvt. Maverick Dellaquila from Charlie Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion, performs precision rifle tricks while he and other members of the advanced individual training company sing the airborne paratrooper song “Blood on the Risers” during the freestyle portion of the 262nd QM Bn. drill and ceremony competition Friday. Charlie Company placed second at the event. Many of the participating teams will compete again at a 23rd QM Brigade-level competition on Sept. 6 at Williams Stadium.
The command team of Romeo Company, 262nd Quartermaster Battalion – Capt. Rodney Milbourne, center left, and 1st Sgt. Tonya Cason, center right – accept a first place trophy from Lt. Col. Renee Mann, 262nd QM Bn. commander, and Command Sgt. Maj. Charles Wells, battalion CSM, at the conclusion of the drill and ceremony competition. Romeo took first place in the formal drill and freestyle events
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(ABOVE) Nigel Williams, an ACS administrator, turns hot dogs on the grill during the July 31 birthday celebration. ACS coworker Bobby Brown is operating a second grill nearby. (BELOW) Freshly cooked hot dogs are served to hungry community members who attended the celebration in the Army Community Service parking lot. Other offerings of the lunchtime event included chips, funnel cakes, sodas and water, and birthday cupcakes.
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Charlyn Putman and daughter Kaylah pick up a free toy during the Army Community Service birthday celebration on July 31 in the ACS parking lot on Mahone Avenue. The event featured a variety of information booths manned by representatives of the USO, the Theater Group at Fort Lee, the Safety Office and others. More than 200 community members attended the free event. ACS has supported the Army Family for 49 years with services like financial counseling, family advocacy, newcomer’s orientations and more.
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August in the area around Fort Lee is known for both the heat and extreme humidity. Average temperatures reach 89 degrees fahrenheit with a relative humidity that can average 88 percent. What this means to the average Soldier, whose primary method of cooling is through sweat and evaporation, is a very hot environment that does not offer quick evaporation to keep the body temperature safe and functional. The Army standard tool for measuring the heat index has been the
Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer. For the updated WBGT on Fort Lee, call (804) 734-1584. To give an example of how important evaporation is to the cooling of a warrior’s body, the WBGT accounts for 70 percent of the total index by measuring the effect of evaporation of water from a wick on a thermometer. Twenty percent is taken by measuring the radiant heat being absorbed by a thermometer with a black surface. The ambient air temperature that is shaded from the sun only accounts for the final 10 percent. This is an excellent representation of the affects of environmental heat on the human body.
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Continuous monitoring of the heat index is vital for all Soldiers and civilians on Fort Lee to safely accomplish duties. The threat of heat stress can be reduced by using the guidance for work and rest cycles, proper wear of clothing, and controlling the amount of water consumed. August will remain hot and our bodies will not have the luxury of dry weather for fast evaporation and cooling. However, individuals can slow down, be aware of the heat danger, and be better prepared with heat smart accommodations at work. Remember these few rules: • Drink enough water • Eat light to reduce the heat made from food digestion • Stay in the shade when possible. For more details about preventing heat illness, go to http://phc.amedd. army.mil/topics/discond/hipss/pages/ default.aspx.
personal health, helps create protected communities Continued from page 2 information contact your health care provider or local health department. Here is a list of commonly required vaccinations for children: • MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) • DTaP or Tdap (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis) • Polio • Varicella (chickenpox) What are the benefits of getting immunized? Army public health experts say the advantage of vaccinations is not just protection for the individual who chooses to be immunized. “When enough people in a community have immunity to a disease, opportunities for an outbreak are reduced because protected
individuals interrupt disease spread,” said Pacha. “Even more importantly, vulnerable persons who cannot receive certain vaccines – such as infants, pregnant women or immunocompromised individuals – get some protection because the spread of contagious disease is contained.” Additionally, health experts say that when individuals choose not to get immunized, outbreaks of a disease can occur. “Unfortunately, in some communities immunization rates have dropped, and we see outbreaks of diseases we thought had been controlled,” Pacha said. Measles is just one example. According to the CDC, there have been multiple outbreaks of
measles across the United States in 2014, nearly 600 cases. “Most of the individuals had never received measles vaccination,” said Pacha. “This is the highest number of cases since 2000 when measles was considered eliminated from the U.S. – and the year isn’t over yet.” What are possible side effects of immunizations? According to Army public health nursing personnel, common side effects resulting from a vaccination shot, if any, would be redness, swelling or soreness at the site of the injection. There could possibly be a low-grade fever that goes away after a few days. More serious side effects are exceptionally rare. “If your child has any health concerns or special
health needs prior to the shot, contact your health care provider and discuss the best course of action,” says Peterson. What are common misconceptions about vaccinations? Some people believe that there is a possibility the vaccine could give them the real virus and cause people to be very sick. Health experts say vaccines cannot cause children to contract the actual disease. Another misconception is that ‘natural infection’ is preferable to vaccineinduced immunity. “Natural infection is unpredictable and risky; severe or even fatal illness could result,” said Pacha. “Preventing illness and its complications are precisely the reasons vaccines were developed.”
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Students in the 345th Training Squadron gather in the Air Force Training School High Bay here and proudly display the certificates they won while competing in the first 345th TRS Student Olympics July 26. The event, co-sponsored by the Air Force Association Leigh Wade Chapter 169, raised $754 for the Wounded Warrior Project and Wounded Airman Fund. Five teams and 40 students took part in the five events including push-ups, sit ups, broad jump, vertical jump and a 40-yard dash. The event was the brainchild of Tech Sgt. Matt Loy, far left. The prizes were provided by Jennifer Berlin, center, from First Command Financial Services.
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Virtual Info Sessions | Aug. 8, 11, 13 Military Job Fair | Aug. 14 A military job fair is set for Aug. 14, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the Regimental Club. The event is sponsored by the Soldier for Life Transition Assistance Program, and a number of logistical, engineering, administrative, law enforcement, manufacturing, sales and other employers plan to participate. The event is for military members and veterans only with proper government ID. Pre-registration is required by visiting www.civilianjobs.com.
Commissary Case Lot Sale | Aug. 15-17 The Fort Lee Commissary will hold a case lot sale Aug. 15-17, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. There will be many bargains and shoppers can save up to 50 percent off regular
Saint Leo University will offer virtual information sessions to prospective students, Aug. 8, 11 and 13. The 15-minute presentations are scheduled for 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Aug. 8; 7:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., Aug. 11; and 7:30 a.m., Aug. 13. Participants can ask questions after each session. For registration and details, visit www. saintleo.edu/fortlee.
FMWR Newcomers Dinner | Aug. 21 Family and MWR will host its quarterly Newcomers Dinner, Aug. 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Regimental Club. The free event is an opportunity for Fort Lee community members to become familiar with programs and services inside and outside the gate. Door prizes will be awarded. Participation is limited to those
who have arrived in the area during the last six months or those who have not previously attended the dinner. Community members should RSVP by Aug. 15. For details, call (804) 734-7821.
Registration for Free School Supplies | Aug. 21 Operation Homefront is accepting registrations for back-to-school backpacks set for distribution Aug. 21. They are available to military members, E-6 and below. To register, visit www.operationhomefront.net/event/list and look for the Aug. 21 Fort Lee event. On Aug. 22, the remaining supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, call (804) 734-6388.
Registration for RSO Marriage Retreat | Sept. 5-7 The Garrison Religious Support Office
will hold a free post-wide marriage retreat, Sept. 5-7, at the Fort Magruder Resort and Hotel, Williamsburg. Children and teens are welcome. Space is limited. For registration and details, contact Chaplain (Maj.) Todd Kepley at (804) 734-0165 or email todd.m.kepley. mil@mail.mil.
Register for 5K Combat Challenge | Sept. 20 FMWR has opened registration for the 5K Combat Challenge set for Sept. 20, 8 a.m., at the Fort Lee Downer Range, 2276 River Road, Prince George. This obstacle race features 80 acres of hard-packed dirt, tall grass, gullies, hills and a stretch of mud. The waves begin at 8 a.m. The cost is $20 for active duty military and $40 for all others through Aug. 29 when it increases. Visit www.ftleecombatchallenge.com to register. For details, call (804) 8952528.
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Calendar, continued SPORTS & FITNESS FMWR Four Ball Championship A four ball championship is set for Aug. 23, 7:30 a.m., at the Cardinal Golf Club. The format is a two-person, four-ball event with a shotgun start. The cost is $35 for members and $50 for all others. The fee includes golf, a cart, lunch, beverages and prizes. Entry fees must be paid by Aug. 14. The event is open to all players. For details, call (804) 734-2899.
YOUTH CYSS Fall Soccer Registration | Aug. 7-18 Child, Youth and School Services will hold fall soccer registration for ages 3-14, Aug. 7-18, at CYSS Parent Central Services, building 10624, Yorktown Drive. The cost is $20 for ages 3-5 for military, DOD Civilians and contractors and $30 for all others. The cost for ages 6-14 is $40 and $50, respectively. All participants must be registered with CYSS. The post youth program also is in need of coaches for all sports for the upcoming season. For registration and details, call (804) 765-3852.
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Commemoration at City Point | Aug. 8-10 The commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of the Union Army’s occupation of City Point is set for Aug. 8-10 at the Petersburg National Battlefield, 1001 Pecan Ave., Hopewell. The free event begins with a lecture Aug. 8, 7 p.m. Living history programs, ranger- guided tours and more are scheduled for Aug. 9-10, 9 a.m. For details, visit www.nps.gov/pete.
Flying Squirrels Military Appreciation Night | Aug. 9 Past and present military personnel will be honored by the Richmond Flying Squirrels and the Virginia War Memorial Aug. 9, 6:05 p.m., at the Diamond, 301
North Boulevard, Richmond. The 392nd U.S. Army Band rock group will perform prior to the game. General admissions tickets are $7 and can be purchased by calling (804) 7862074.
Charity Car Show for Veterans | Aug. 10 The 15th Annual Southern Knights Cruisers Car Show, dedicated to veterans, will be held Aug. 9, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., at Richard Bland College, 11301 Johnson Road, Petersburg. Admission is free for spectators. All monies raised will go to the Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, the Fisher House and McGuire Veterans Affairs Hospital. For details, call (804) 691-3754.
‘Redneck Pool Party’ | Aug. 13 A concert by Redneck Pool Party will be presented by the Prince George Heritage Center, Aug. 13, 5-9 p.m., at historic Old Town Plantation, 7600 Old Town Road. Tickets are $25 in advance. The fee includes music, a barbecue meal and the show. Beer is an additional cost. Blankets or lawn chairs are advised. For details, call (804) 863-0212.
& Women’s Career Event This career event will enable you to present your qualifications to recruiters and hiring managers from companies that are committed to building a diverse workplace.
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Recruit Military Job Fair | Aug. 21 RecruitMilitary will host a Veterans Opportunity Expo, Aug. 21, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., at Richmond International Raceway, 600 East Laburnum Ave. The event is expected to include more than 35 employers, franchisors, educational institutions and government agencies. It is open to active duty, National Guard and reserves and military spouses and family members. For details, visit https://events. recruitmilitary.com/events/richmond-allveterans-job-fair-august-21-2014
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