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SERVING NAVAL AIR STATION OCEANA, DAM NECK ANNEX, AND NALF FENTRESS

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Navy Region Mid-Atlantic changes command

NAS OCEANA SAILOR OF THE YEAR FLIES HIGH

From Navy Region, Mid-Atlantic Public Affairs

—Page 8 NORFOLK, VA — United States Navy Rear Adm. John C. “Jack” Scorby, Jr., a Naperville, Ill. native, assumed the duties of Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (CNRMA) from Rear Adm. Rick Williamson during a change of command ceremony held in Naples, Italy March 10. Scorby becomes the regional commander overseeing 14 installations, 50 naval operational support centers and 168 special areas in the Navy’s 20-state Mid-Atlantic region. As the naval shore installation management headquarters for the region, the command provides coordination of base operating support functions for operating forces throughout the region in support of the fleet, fighter and family. Scorby also relinquished command of Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia to Williamson during the ceremony. Scorby grew up in Manlius, N.Y., and graduated from the State University of New York at Cortland in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He entered the Navy in November 1982 as an aviation officer candidate and was commissioned an ensign in March 1983. He was designated a naval flight officer in June 1984. Scorby’s early operational assignments include Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 2 and Patrol Squadron Special Projects Unit (VPU) 1. Scorby also served as the officer in charge of VPU-1 and commanding officer of VQ-2. His shore and staff assignments include the Bureau of Naval Personnel/PERS-43, where he served as the VQ/force support detailer; North American Aerospace Defense Com-

NAS OCEANA PHARMACY REOPENS Photo by MC3 Weston Jones Commander, Navy Installations Command Vice Adm. Dixon R. Smith presents Rear Adm. John C. Scorby the Legion of Merit during the Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia and Navy Region Mid-Atlantic exchange of command ceremony

mand, where he served as a missile operations officer, chief of the Aerospace Warning Branch and executive assistant to the director of operations; Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV/N13), where he served as the aviation officer community manager and deputy, Officer Plans and Policy; Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV/N88), where he served as the EP-3E aircraft requirements officer and executive assistant to the director; Naval Air Station Jacksonville, where he served as the commanding officer; Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Energy, Installations and Environment), where he served as the executive assistant; Navy Region Southeast, where he served as commander;

and Navy Region Europe, Africa, Southwest Asia, where he also served as commander. Scorby earned a Master of Science in ﬁnancial management from the Naval Postgraduate School; a Master of Arts in national security and strategic studies from the College of Command and Staff, U.S. Naval War College, where he graduated with distinction; Joint Forces Staff College; and a Master of Arts in national resource strategy from the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, where he graduated with distinction. Scorby has received numerous personal awards, but he is most proud of his unit awards because of the teamwork they represent.

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EASTER EGG HUNT The annual NAS Oceana/ Dam Neck Annex Easter Egg Hunt will take place March 19 at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd from 1 - 4 p.m. Bring the whole family for fun, food and a good time. The hunt is for children ages 0 - 12. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required by calling 433-2871.

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Commanding Officer Capt. Louis Schager Executive Officer Capt. Richard Meadows Public Affairs Officer Jennifer Colaizzi Civilian Editor Carrie Anderson Military Editor MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez Contact us: Jet@militarynews.com (757) 433-3360 www.oceanajetobserver.com https://cnic.navy.mil/oceana

BASE BRIEFS TROOPS TO TEACHERS Mr. Joe Wargo, the director of Virginia Troops to Teachers, will be presenting an information briefing on the Troops to Teachers program. The briefing will be on March 22 at 11:30 a.m. in Bldg. 531 (Navy College Annex) in room T102. Troops to Teachers provides referral assistance and placement services to military personnel interested in beginning a second career in public education as a teacher. The Troops to Teachers office will help applicants identify teacher certification requirements, programs leading to certification and employment opportunities. Some applicants may qualify for funding. Interested Sailors can locate additional information about the Troops to Teachers Program by visiting the DANTES website at www.dantes.doded.mil/index.html.

Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) advocates are sponsoring the ﬁrst annual command SAPR poster contest. By creating a command poster for SAPR Awareness Month, you can educate others, support the SAPR program and show your command’s creativity. There are two size categories that will be judged: large scale (i.e. outdoor/Burma Shave signs) and small scale (i.e. workspace/bulletin board formats).The deadline for entries is close of business March 25 and the winners will be announced April 8 at the Second Annual Talent Show sponsored by Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions.To enter, take a picture of your poster and send it to Stephany Nad-Weis at stephany.nadweis@navy.mill. For more information or if you have questions, contact Nad-Weis at 433-2912.

SAPR POSTER CONTEST

PAIRS MARRIAGE RETREAT

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Each member of the couple who has ex-

perienced military service has had his or her private battle. Each has taken on new responsibilities and faced unknown situations. Each has wondered how much to share with the other. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and the Hampton VA Medical Center present the free PAIRS Marriage Retreat April 2224 at the Crowne Plaza Hampton Marriott. Check-in will begin at 4 p.m. April 22 with a meal at 6:30 p.m. To register, call 329-5241 or email Laura.Quintero@va.gov.

BASIC MILITARY REQUIREMENTS TRAINING The Second Class Petty Ofﬁcer Association will be conducting Basic Military Requirements training at Navy College Tuesdays from 1 - 2 p.m. and Thursdays from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. for Sailors studying to take the advancement exam. If you are interested in facilitating a topic, contact OS2 Kashira Simmons at kashira.simmons@navy.mil.

ENERGY AWARENESS TIP OF THE WEEK Do you need a paper copy of that e-mail? Printing only when necessary reduces paper waste and also helps to cut energy required to run printers — reducing energy cost and extending the life of your printer. Join the Commander’s Energy Challenge today and win a $50,000 towards a Public Works project of your command’s choice!

CHAPEL SCHEDULE OF SERVICES Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana Protestant Bible Study - 9 a.m. Protestant Worship (main chapel) - 10:40 a.m. Children’s Bible Study - 10:40 a.m. Confession and priest’s hours – Wed. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catholic Sun. Mass - 9 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. Protestant Bible Study - Wed. 6 p.m.

Read the Chaplain’s Corner on page 5

Chapel by the Sea, Dam Neck - 492-6602 Contemporary Protestant Worship Sun., 9 a.m. Adult & Children’s Bible Study Sun., 10:30 a.m. Confession Sat., 4:15 - 4:45 p.m. Catholic Mass Sat., 5 p.m. Interfaith Coffee House - Wed., 6 p.m.

Naval Station Norfolk Jewish Services - Fri. - 7:30 p.m., Naval Station Norfolk - 444-7361 Islamic Services - Fri. - 1:30 p.m., Masjid al Da’waj 2nd Floor (building C-7)

Call the Chaplains NAS Oceana at 433-2871 CVW-1 at 433-3676 CVW-7 at 433-7712 CVW-8 at 433-2337 CVW-3 at 433-2096 FRC Oceana at 433-5933

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CWC HOSTS SIXTH ANNUAL ‘A TOAST TO THE HEROES’ EVENT STORY/PHOTOS BY MC2 ANDREW SCHNEIDER From Navy Public Affairs Support Element East PORTSMOUTH, Va. — The Combat Wounded Coalition (CWC), formerly known as Wounded Wear, hosted its 6th annual “A Toast to the Heroes” formal gala at the Renaissance PortsmouthNorfolk Waterfront Hotel March 5. More than 300 distinguished guests, veterans, gold star families, wounded warriors and patriots attended. The theme for this year’s event was “cirque du soleil.” “A Toast to the Heroes” is an annual event that is designed to provide opportunities for citizens, local and national businesses to support, meet and understand the sacrifice wounded warriors, their families, and the families of fallen service members endure for Freedom. Lt. Jason Redman, a retired Navy SEAL who was severely wounded in Iraq in 2007, founded CWC in 2009. The nonprofit organization helps combat-wounded warriors find a purposedriven life and peace of mind after the impact of war, and also honors families of the fallen. “This event has so many individuals who came together to make it happen,” said Redman.“All of these wounded warriors motivate and inspire their fellow service members to continue to fight and overcome. These warrior ambassadors have made the difference today for young warriors and for their fellow Americans.” The evening began with a performance by Airotique, Hampton Road’s premier aerial performance group, followed by a rendition of the national anthem by Brian Grilli, a former Navy explosive ordnance disposal technician and an Operation Enduring/Iraqi Freedom veteran.

Retired U.S. Army Airborne Ranger Sean Parnell, who was wounded in action on June 10, 2006, was the event's keynote speaker. “A new life after giving our old ones to the cause, it’s sometimes a dizzy and confusing journey made exponentially more difficult by the medical issues nearly every combat veteran faces,” said Parnell. “These men and women who chose to protect us, those of you in this room today, have inherited a legacy of victory and nobility of purpose.” Money was raised by donations, a silent auction, live music and dinner. This year’s auction featured more than 100 items, including movie posters signed by the entire cast from popular movie and TV shows, such as Star Wars, Sons of Anarchy, The Walking Dead, Avengers as well as other unique memorabilia. CWC advocates on behalf of and facilitates opportunities for those who have sacrificed so much, as well as providing free fashionable clothing kits and equipment to wounded warriors that empower them to rediscover the hero within. To date, the organization has provided more than $700,000 in clothing and events for Wounded Warriors since 2010. In 2015, more than 300 clothing kits were shipped to wounded warriors throughout the country. “We continue to reach out to our combat wounded warriors from earlier wars and campaigns to recognize their service and sacrifice,” said Redman.“‘A Toast to the Heroes’ is the first major event for CWC in 2016 and we are looking forward to many more.” CWC promotes awareness and empowers wounded warriors through multiple major and supporting events around the country. To learn more about CWC, visit www.combatwoundedcoalition.org.

Members from Airotique Aerial Dance Company perform during Combat Wounded Coalition's (CWC) 6th Annual “A Toast to the Heroes” formal gala event at the Renaissance PortsmouthNorfolk Waterfront Hotel in Portsmouth. CWC is a non-profit organization that guides combatwounded warriors to find a purpose-driven life and peace of mind after the impact of war, and also honors families of the fallen.

Lt. Jason Redman, a retired Navy SEAL who was severely wounded in Iraq in 2007, speaks during Combat Wounded Coalition's (CWC) 6th Annual “A Toast to the Heroes” formal gala.

U.S. service members parade the colors during Combat Wounded Coalition's (CWC) 6th Annual “A Toast to the Heroes” formal gala event.

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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER Resurrect your goals this Easter

LT ROBERT D. FASNACHT Chaplain I absolutely love the Easter season. I love the changing of winter into spring, its theological signiﬁcance,

and the chocolate found at every store. Easter is a time of new beginnings, putting to death an old life and resurrecting a new one. This is the perfect time to resurrect the decisions and resolutions that were made during New Year’s Eve. It is a time to refocus on accomplishing things that propel life forward, perhaps dust off a book, like a new cook book or Sacred Text. New life is exciting and full of possibilities. New sights, sounds, and smells come into existence. Those who are from a wintery

clime look forward to a brave tulip breaking forth from the ground or a redbreasted robin returning to signal that winter has ended and spring has come. Even the word spring itself evokes an image of movement. A metal spring when compressed bounces into action with such force that it may be sent ﬂying to the air. Dreams need springboards, plans created so that those dreams can become goals. This spring, dust off an old dream, give it a new life by applying a plan and pressure to it, and

then watch it burst forth into bloom. From a Christian perspective, I love sitting in a church with the power of an old pipe organ bellowing classics such as “Up from the Grave He Arose!” then singing that song with such gusto and conviction that I can’t help but to smile and lean on that truth. The death of Jesus was a devastating moment in history, yet that day is remembered on the Christian calendar as Good Friday. On that Friday, Jesus paid in full the cost of sin that had

enslaved mankind and provided a path for all to ﬁnd redemption and a new and right relationship with God the Father. Easter morning requires Good Friday afternoon. New life requires death to old ways. In the Bible, Matthew 28:5 and 6 read, “But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was cruciﬁed. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay’” (ESV). The angel had to quell the fear of the woman so that

she could see that the tomb was empty. Many fear putting to death old ways, for that is all they have known. Change is scary. People usually like what they know, even if what they know is not good. This Easter make the changes needed to create new color and life, new music and opportunities, new aromas and dreams. Put to death the things that have enslaved you and seek freedom. This Easter, may your soul awaken to new and glorious life with endless possibilities of joy and fulﬁllment.

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Navy Celebrates 2016 Women’s History Month From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON — The Navy joins the nation in celebrating Women's History Month throughout March. This year, Navy commands are encouraged to celebrate and reflect on the theme "Working to Form a More Perfect Union: Honoring Women in Public Service and Government." Through service and leadership, women have been an integral part of both the Navy's history and its future. "Women throughout our history have endeavored to serve the flag, not looking for special treatment, prestigious awards or financial wealth, but merely for

the opportunity to serve the flag itself and the great nation it represents," said Adm. Michelle Howard, vice chief of naval operations. Today, women comprise 18 percent of the Navy and are indispensable to the national security mission. There are more than 59,000 active duty women serving in the Navy and more than 9,000 female Reservists. Thousands of women have served alongside men in Iraq, Afghanistan and at sea, and their record of performance has been nothing less than outstanding. Over the last decade, more than 280,000 women have deployed in support of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Women have shown great courage and sacrifice. The diversity of experiences women have had demonstrates both the challenges and the opportunities women have faced. In March 1917, Chief Yeoman Loretta Perfectus Walsh became the first female chief petty officer in the United States Navy. In December 1959, Anna DerVartanian was promoted to the rank of master chief yeoman, making her the first female master chief in

the Navy, as well as the first female E-9 in the entire Armed Services. Fleet Master Chief Jacqueline DiRosa became the first fleet master chief 47 years later. More than 2,600 Navy women participated in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1991. Navy women served on hospital ships, supply ships, fleet oilers, ammunition ships, repair ships and tenders. Female pilots flew helicopters and reconnaissance aircraft. Vice Adm. Nora Tyson, then a rear admiral, was the first woman in the Navy to take command of a Carrier Strike Group — George H.W. Bush in 2011. In 2012, three female officers became the first to receive their submarine "dolphins." In 2014, Vice Adm. Jan E. Tighe was appointed as head of the U.S. Fleet Cyber Command and the U.S. 10th Fleet, making her the first female commander of a numbered Fleet, and Adm. Howard became the Navy's first female 4-star admiral and vice chief of naval operations. In January 2016, the armed services opened all military specialties to women, including all combat and special forces units.

Navy Releases Updated PFA NAVADMIN, Outlines New Rules From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs WASHINGTON — The Chief of Naval Personnel released guidance March 9 outlining changes to the Navy's Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) program, announced last fall, that are critical for the fleet to understand. The updated implementation guidance detailed in NAVADMIN 061/16 is effective immediately and lists several changes to the Physical Fitness Assessment, including specific Body Composition Assessment (BCA) procedures and measurement rules for Command Fitness Leaders (CFL), guidance for commanding officers concerning how to establish a spot check program, and new scoring tables. "A healthier and fitter force is created by more than just a twice-a-year test," said Rear Adm. Ann Burkhardt, director, 21st Century Sailor Office. "This guidance helps establish a culture of fitness in the Navy and keeps Sailors on the best path for staying fit both now and in the future. The goal of these changes is to achieve a healthier, fitter force with more Sailors taking the PRT resulting in fewer failures and better mission readiness."

The new BCA consists of a three-step process. The first measurement uses the current height/weight tables. If in standards, Sailors will pass the PFA. If an individual fails to meet those standards, a single-site abdominal circumference measurement will be conducted. The final opportunity for Sailors to pass the BCA will be a test using the previous system of neck and waist measurements to calculate body fat percentages. Sailors will pass the BCA by meeting the DoD maximum allowable body fat limit of less than or equal to 26 percent for males or 36 percent for females. If a Sailor fails the BCA, it will constitute an overall PFA failure. Additionally, individuals will be evaluated by a medical provider, enrolled in the Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP) and provided nutritional counseling. Sailors who are medically cleared to take the PRT must also participate in the test regardless of BCA results, and will face separation from the Navy if they fail two PFAs in a three-year period, a change from previous rules. Additionally, commanding officers are now empowered to conduct BCA spot

File Photo Sailors from commands across NAS Oceana participate in the semi-annual PRT.

check programs to ensure Sailors are staying within standards. This moves the Navy beyond a two-test-a-year system, by giving commands the ability to identify Sailors in need of additional support without subjecting them to administrative punishments that result from an actual BCA/PRT failure. The message also explains the adminis-

trative steps that commands will take to close out the records from Cycle 2, 2015, speciﬁcally for the group of Sailors that need letters of correction for exceeding BCA standards, were in a deployed/operational status, medically waived, or pregnant during the PFA cycle. For more information, please view NAVADMIN 061/16, at www.npc.navy.mil.

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NAS Oceana Administrative Department gives back Photos by MC3 Kayla King The Naval Air Station Oceana Administrative Department took some time Friday, March 11 to give back to the community by helping to organize the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Virginia Beach. The Habitat for Humanity ReStore sells donated new and used furniture, appliances, housewares and building materials to the general public. Proceeds from the ReStore are used by the Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Roads to build homes, community and hope.

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OCEANA SOY FLIES HIGH WITH THE GLADIATORS STORY/PHOTO BY MC3 KAYLA KING From NAS Oceana Public Affairs Culinary Specialist 1st Class (AW/SW) Tabitha Schellinger never dreamed of this moment. After earning six Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals and NAS Oceana Sailor of the Quarter, the newly named NAS Oceana Sailor of the Year received an incentive ride on an F/A-18 Super Hornet. Her hard work and many awards throughout her 14-year career culminated in the unique opportunity for an enlisted Sailor March 8, just a month before checking out for her next assignment, USS Wasp (LHD-1). Her ﬂight, piloted by Lt. Cmdr. Tom Sanecki from Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106, was part of a training ﬂight with a formation called the “radar mission”

that lasted 90 minutes. “The flight was awesome,” said Schellinger. “Lt. Cmdr. Sanecki went above and beyond what I was expecting. He met me at the gate, went over the emergency procedures again, gave me a seat refresher and took me to the [aircrew survival equipment] shop to get fitted.” Schellinger said Sanecki did many maneuvers once taking off including rolling the plane, flips and sharp turns reaching 4Gs. “Lt. Cmdr. Sanecki pointed out the ships that were in the ocean as we flew over them. I was impressed that he could tell what type it was. To me they all looked the same and about the size of a fishing boat,” she said. Shellinger added that after her flight Sanecki checked up on her in the ready room and made sure she did not feel bad about

CS1 (AW/SW) Tabitha Schellinger is ﬁtted for aircrew survival equipment before her ﬂight.

getting sick. “I was ready to land when the time was up. It was still an amazing experience. I would do it again even knowing that I would get sick. It was a once in a lifetime opportunity, and I knew that if I didn't take it, I would regret it later in life. I would recommend that anyone who has the chance to do it to take it,” said Schellinger.

CAPT. ERIC TAPP RETIRES

Photo by Harry Gerwien Capt. Eric A.Tapp retired March 4 after 30 years of service. He was commanding ofﬁcer of Combat Direction Systems Activity Dam Neck. In a change of command and retirement ceremony, Tapp was relieved by Cmdr. Andrew J. Hoffman.

Lt. Cmdr. Tom Sanecki explains to CS1 (AW/SW) Tabitha Schellinger the controls of the aircraft. Schellinger received an incentive ﬂight March 8 for winning Sailor of the Year at NAS Oceana.

Schellinger enlisted in the Navy in May 2002 as an aviation boatswain’s mate and then cross-rated to culinary specialist during boot camp. She arrived at Oceana in March 2013 and has excelled as a Sailor. As a devoted, single-parent to her 8-year-old daughter Arica, Schellinger has also found the time in her busy schedule to earn

her associate degree in aeronautical science at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and is now pursing her bachelor’s. VFA-106, also known as the Gladiators, train and prepare strike ﬁghter aircrew and maintenance professionals for the ﬂeet and the Fleet Marine Force in support of combat operations around the world.

VR-56 CHANGES COMMAND

Photo by Harry Gerwien The Globemasters of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VR) 56 held their change of command March 5. The ceremony was held in the squadron’s hangar at NAS Oceana. Cmdr. Sean Rich was relieved by Cmdr. Mary Bookey.

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OCEANA UNDERWAY Check in with the Sunliners of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, the Valions of VFA-15 and the Ragin’ Bulls of VFA37 who are currently deployed aboard USS George Washington (CVN-73). Washington is homeported in Norfolk after serving seven years in Yokosuka, Japan as the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier.

Lt. Cmdr. Josh Calhoun, a shooter aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) observes as an F/A18E Super Hornet from the Sunliners of VFA-81 performs an arrested landing on the ship’s flight deck. Photo by MCSN Clemente Lynch

Photo by MC2 Stephane Belcher AE2 Jacob Cameron inspects an F/A-18C Hornet with the Valions of VFA-15 in the hangar bay of USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Photo by MC3 Bryan Mai Sailors refuel F/A-18E Super Hornets from the “Sunliners” of VFA-81 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Photo by MCSN Clemente Lynch F/A-18E Super Hornets from the Sunliners of VFA-81 fly over the flight deck USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Photo by MC3 Jamie Marcial AM3 Shane Scallan (left), from Harlingen, Texas, and AM2 Josh Boone, from Roanoke, Va., prepare to bleed brakes on an F/A-18C Hornet from the Ragin’ Bulls of VFA-37 in the hangar bay of USS George Washington (CVN 73)

An F/A-18C Hornet from the Ragin’ Bulls of VFA-37 lands on the flight deck of USS George Washington (CVN 73). Photo by MC3 Jamie Marcial

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NAVY’S 6TH MCPON PASSES AWAY From Office of the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) — Retired Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) William “Bill” H. Plackett died peacefully the evening of March 4. He was 78. Plackett became the sixth MCPON Oct. 1, 1985. He relieved Billy C. Sanders and held the job for three years before Duane R. Bushey assumed duties in September 1988. Plackett was born in Paxton, Ill., and joined the Navy at the age of 19 in 1956. He attended radarman “A” school in Norfolk, Va. and was assigned to the Naval Control of Shipping Office in Bahrain in the Persian Gulf. He served tours aboard Commander, Amphibious Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet embarked upon amphibious force command ship USS Mount McKinley (AGC 7), and Commander in Chief, Allied Forces Southern Europe in Naples, Italy. Following those tours he reported to radioman “B” school, and was then assigned to Representative, Commander East Force/Naval Control of Shipping Office during the Arab-Israeli War. Eleven years after joining the Navy, Plackett was advanced to chief petty officer in September 1967. He completed successful

tours aboard the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal (CV 59), as an instructor at the Radioman “B” school in Bainbridge, Md., and while enrolled in the Associates Degree Completion Program (ADCOP) in Pensacola, Fla., he was advanced to senior chief petty officer. After graduating with honors in December 1972, he was awarded an academic scholarship to the University of West Florida, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in vocational education. Following a second tour aboard USS Forrestal, he was advanced to master chief petty officer and assumed duties as director of the Communications School, Fleet Training Center, Norfolk. In 1979, he was named Command Master Chief for Commander, Training Command, U.S. Atlantic Headquarters, and subsequently became the first Force Master Chief of the Atlantic Fleet Training Command in July 1981. One year later he was selected as Fleet Master Chief of U.S. Atlantic Fleet, under the helm of Adm. Harry Train. Plackett was selected for MCPON in the fall of 1984. During his time in office, he was the driving force behind many initiatives including easily accessible training for command mas-

ter chiefs, ensuring they’re well-prepared for their leadership roles; leading women’s equal opportunity and integration throughout the force with an emphasis on eliminating sexual harassment; and enforcing the High Year Tenure policy, allowing Sailors upward mobility throughout the ranks. Additionally, Plackett and his wife Karen hosted the ﬁrst spouse conference which discussed eight speciﬁc areas of concern for Navy families: the impact of limited family housing; the effectiveness of Family Service centers; spouse perceptions on quality of life issues; the effectiveness of Navy publications; internal information; spouse employment issues;

the Family Advocacy Program; and overseas screening. As a result, OPNAVINST 1752.2, detailing the Navy’s position and guidance for operating the Family Advocacy Program was issued, establishing many of the programs used today. On the eve of his retirement he was asked about the challenges he faced as MCPON. “The challenge as Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy is to face that new situation, deal with each with dignity, and overcome the problem,” he said. “My goal as MCPON was to do these three years and finish knowing that I have not made any chief petty officer ashamed of being a chief.” . “Hearing the news of MCPON Plackett’s passing was difficult,” said current MCPON Mike Stevens.“Bill was instrumental in tackling some of our Navy’s most challenging issues. If legacy is the lantern that lights the path for others to follow, there is no doubt in my mind that Bill’s path shines brightly today for all Sailors.” Following his retirement on Sept. 9, 1988, Plackett and his wife returned to their home in Virginia Beach, Va. where he worked in the private sector and remained an active component of the Navy community. “The Plackett family is in Theresa and my prayers, and we offer our deepest condolences during this most difficult time,” said Stevens. He is survived by his wife, Karen Plackett, of 64 years; his children, Cheryl White, Richard, Julia, and Brian. He leaves behind seven grandchildren, and two great grand children.

Oceana Pharmacy renovation adds prescription capacity BY REBECCA A. PERRON NMCP Public Affairs After nearly a year of construction, staff of the newly renovated pharmacy at Branch Health Clinic Oceana marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 1. During the ceremony, remarks were given by Capt. Darin Via, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth commanding officer; Cmdr. Elisabet Prieto, Branch Health Clinic Oceana officer in charge; and Capt. Louis Schager Jr., Naval Air Station Oceana commanding officer, before the three used a giant pair of scissors to cut the ribbon. “As a service member and a person who uses the pharmacy often, this is a great thing,” Schager said. “We love what the

branch health clinic offers for our men and women and their families. This is tied to readiness, and when Sailors are deploying, it’s great to have this peace of mind.” Currently, the Oceana pharmacy processes more than 250,000 prescriptions per year, and the new conﬁguration will allow that number to hit 300,000. “We have improved our capability to process up to an additional 4,000 prescriptions per month based on our workstations that we have,” said Lt. Peter Jeanlouis, pharmacy department head at BHC Oceana. “We are aiming to reduce wait times to less than 30 minutes.” In addition to improving patient services, the pharmacy expansion is linked to TRICARE’s initiatives to bring patients to military treatment facilities for pre-

scription services. Via commented on the impact of ﬁlling prescriptions at a military treatment facility versus a retail pharmacy. “Through retail pharmacies, we spend about $4.8 million per year in the Tidewater market, so anything that we can do to get our patients back into utilizing the direct care system and TRICARE Mail Order Program is the right thing to do to reduce costs,” she said. Prieto commended the staff and their work ethic through the renovations. “Our pharmacy staff has been working under tough conditions,” she said,“but now they have a beautiful pharmacy with all of the windows on one side of the building.” The project meant challenges for the two dozen staff members, which according to

Carla Lehan, pharmacy supervisor, included three phases, and during each phase, staff had to shift supply storage. “Now everything is in its place,” Lehan said,“and they did a beautiful job. It’s a beautiful pharmacy and a long time coming. It allows us to get patients their medications in a more efﬁcient manner. The experience overall is going to be improved because the efﬁciency will be improved.” According to Jeanlouis, more improvements are on the horizon. “The pharmacy as a community is working on several initiatives to improve patient experience, including a dashboard to display the wait times, and improving the intake process,” Jeanlouis said. “In the coming months, we will see a big difference in pharmacy services.”

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WORKSHOPS THE FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT SYSTEM MARCH 18, 30, 9 - NOON This training provides information that enables POCs to assist members in their commands. Any newly-designated EFMP POC in the Hampton Roads area should attend.

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Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located on NAS Oceana in building 531. It offers a variety of programs and workshops to assist active duty and their families. Registration is required for most programs. Call FFSC at 433-2912 for more information or registration, unless otherwise noted or register online at www.cnic.navy.mil/ navylifema.

This workshop explores ways for active duty single parents to balance their military and parental responsibilities and looks at the opportunities and challenges of parenting alone in the military.

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MILITARY THROUGH THE AGES MARCH 20, 9 A.M. At Jamestown Settlement’s “Military Through the Ages,” re-enactors and modern-day units show how uniforms, weapons and military tactics evolved through the centuries. The chronological display of military history features artillery ﬁrings, a Saturday children’s parade, and a Sunday military pass-in-review. Admission to Jamestown Settlement is $17 for adults and $8 for ages 6-12. Children under 6 are free. A combination ticket is available with Yorktown Victory Center, a museum of the American Revolution. For information, call (888) 593-4682 tollfree or 253-4838, or visit www.historyisfun.org.

RITA’S 24TH ANNUAL FIRST DAY OF SPRING FREE ITALIAN ICE GIVEAWAY MARCH 20, NOON For the 24th year, Rita’s Italian Ice is spreading “ice, custard and happiness” by giving away free Italian Ice. At more than 600 stores across the country, including all Norfolk and Virginia Beach area stores, Rita’s will offer every guest a free Italian Ice in a limited-edition First Day of Spring cup to celebrate the beginning of spring. For more information, visit www.ritasice.com.

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH MARCH 24, 11 A.M. - NOON The NAS Oceana Heritage Committee would like to invite everyone to attend a woman’s history month celebration at the NAS Oceana base theater.The presentation is titled “Weaving the Stories of Women’s Lives” and will be an educational look at the history of women.

SPRING HORSE CAMP MARCH 28 - APRIL 1 Register now for the NAS Oceana Stables Spring Horse Camp.The camps are designed for children ages 9-16. This is the safest and most comprehensive horse program available, with students participating in varied phases of riding, horse safety, care, grooming, tacking and riding instruction. Each student is responsible for a horse for the entire day, including structured lessons, activities, demonstrations and supervised riding in the arena. The cost for the Spring Horse Camp is $270 for the week. Riders must wear long pants, hard-soled (smooth) shoes or boots with a heel and dress for the weather. Helmets are required. Spaces are limited on a ﬁrst come, ﬁrst serve basis. Contact the NAS Oceana Stables at 433-3255 or ocstables@mwrma.com for more information and registration information.

VIRGINIA BEACH RESTAURANT WEEK MARCH 28 - APRIL 3 Is your mouth watering yet? It will when you take advantage of the spectacular offers at the Town Center of Virginia Beach’s Restaurant Week. Try a new place or visit old favorites. With 16 Virginia Beach restaurants participating, there’s something to please everyone’s palate. Enjoy a week of breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner specials from participating restaurants in Town Center of Virginia Beach. Special discounts available at Cold Stone Creamery, Confetti Caffe and Gelato and Daily Grind. Special menus of $10, $20, $30 (and Ruth’s Chris exclusively at $40) are available at Bravo Italian, Just Cupcakes, The Royal Chocolate, California Pizza Kitchen, Sonoma Wine Bar, Gordon Biersch, Keagan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, Interlude, Zushi Japanese, Saffron Indian Bistro, McCormick and Schmick’s and Tupelo Honey Cafe. For more information, visit www.vabeachtowncenter.com.

OCEANA’S GOT TALENT APRIL 8, 12-4 P.M. Spring into action at NAS Oceana’s second annual talent show, sponsored by the Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions. Come check out the talent NAS Oceana has with this free show. Interested in performing? You have the chance to win a trophy and $300 ﬁrst prize, $200 second prize and $100 third prize. See who will be judging with this year’s guest judges and enjoy an afternoon of Oceana’s ﬁnest talent. For more information, or to register, please contact AT3 Ayonna Woodson at ayonna.woodson@navy.mil or AT2 Astrina Morgan at astrina.morgan@navy.mil.

DOLL AND TEDDY BEAR SALE APRIL 9, 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. The Precious Memories Doll Club will sponsor their 5th annual Doll Sale at the Scott Memorial Methodist Church, 409 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach. Look for great bargains on antique, vintage and modern dolls and bears. Sale includes doll clothing, accessories, stands and more. Admission is $2 for adults, children under 10 are free. Vendor tables are available at $10 each; limit of two. Deadline for payment and reservations is March 20. Contact Jean Schimmel at 340-1852 or vjswindell@mindspring.com for table rental. For more information about the show, contact Eleanor Holland at 425-3377.

Friday, March 18 6 p.m. - Race (PG-13, 134 min.) 9 p.m. - Deadpool (R, 108 min.)

Saturday, March 19 12 p.m. - Kung-Fu Panda 3 (3-D) (PG, 95 min.) 3 p.m. - The Finest Hours (3-D) (PG-13, 109 min.) 6 p.m. - Risen (PG-13, 107 min.) 9 p.m. - The Witch (R, 93 min.)

Sunday, March 20 1 p.m. - Zoolander 2 (PG-13, 100 min.) 4 p.m. - Risen (PG-13, 107 min.) 7 p.m. - Race (PG-13, 134 min.)

Friday, March 25 6 p.m. - How to Be Single (R, 110 min.) 9 p.m. - The Witch (R, 93 min.)

Saturday, March 26 12 p.m. - Eddie the Eagle (PG-13, 105 min.) 3 p.m. - Race (PG-13, 134 min.) 6 p.m. - Gods of Egypt (PG-13, 127 min.) 9 p.m. - Deadpool (R, 108 min.)

Sunday, March 27 1 p.m. - Risen (PG-13, 107 min.) 4 p.m. - Gods of Egypt (3-D) (PG-13, 127 min.) 7 p.m. - Eddie the Eagle (PG-13, 105 min.)

Saturday, April 9 5 p.m. - **SNEAK PREVIEW** Barbershop: The Next Cut (PG-13, 120 min.)

875 D Ave., Bldg. 531 | (757) 433-2391 | Schedule is subject to change, call ahead for details. Cash or credit accepted for concessions and admission. Doors open approximately one hour before showtimes. Children ages two and younger are admitted free. Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all R-rated movies.

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SPORTS &

Navy CPO Birthday Golf Tournament!

FITNESS GROUP EXERCISE CLASS SCHEDULE DAM NECK ANNEX

NAS OCEANA

Monday

11:35 a.m. Spin Cycle 5 p.m. Spin Cycle

9 a.m. Core Fitness Plus 10 a.m. Stroller Aerobics 11:30 a.m. Cardio Kickboxing 4:30 p.m. Boot Camp 6 p.m. Yoga Restore

Tuesday 6 a.m. A.M. Stretch 10:45 a.m. EFT Circuit 11:35 a.m. Spin Cycle 6 p.m. Yoga

Wednesday 6 a.m. Max Intensity 10:45 a.m. EFT Circuit 11:35 Real Ryder 5 p.m. Spin Cycle

Tuesday 9 a.m. Spin 11:30 a.m. Chisel 3:30 p.m. Fitness Fusion

Wednesday

6 a.m. A.M. Stretch 10:45 a.m. EFT Circuit 11:35 a.m. Spin Cycle

9 a.m. Core Fitness Plus 10 a.m. Stroller Aerobics 11:30 a.m. Zumba 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Express 6 p.m. Yoga Restore

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Thursday

6 a.m. Max Intensity 5 p.m. Family Fitness Open Rec

9 a.m. Spin 11:30 a.m. HIIT 4:30 p.m. Triple Threat

Celebrate the 123rd birthday of the Navy CPO with a shotgun start golf tournament at the Aeropines Gold Course on March 31. The competition is $60/person and open to all personnel. Contact CSC Mark Hines at mark.sthilaire@navy.mil for registration and payment.

MEN’S GOLF ASSOCIATION MARCH 16, 5 P.M. Join the Aeropines Men’s Golf Association at their 2016 kick-off meeting in the restaurant area of the Aeropines pro shop. All skill levels are welcome and membership is only $10 annually. Join to play and compete with fellow active duty, retired and DoD employees. Visit the website at amgagolf.com for more information and to join the email distribution list.

YOUTH KICKBALL LEAGUE MARCH 22 Sign up for the NAS Oceana Youth Sports Kickball League. Kids get the opportunity to meet new friends and have fun while learning teamwork, sportsmanship and having a lot of fun. Games will run for six weeks beginning in June. Games will occur twice a week and this is a game-play only league; there will be no practices.The fee for play is $25 and covers the games, a t-shirt and a season ending award.The league is open to kids ages 5-12. Adult volunteers are also needed. For more information, call 433-3976.

MARCH MANIA 5K MARCH 23, 11:30 A.M. Come ready to strut your stuff at the ﬁrst 5k of the year at Dam Neck Gym. Pre-registration for the March Mania 5k

ends on March 18, same day registration begins on race day at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 492-7483.

CEREBRAL PALSY OF VIRGINIA 5K RUN & WALK-A-THON APRIL 16, 7 A.M. Cerebral Palsy of Virginia will hold it’s 23rd Annual 5K Run & Walk-A-Thon at Mt. Trashmore in Virginia Beach. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the 5K Run/Walk will start at 8:30 a.m. with the 1 mile Fun Walk beginning at 9:30 a.m. The registration fee is $35 and includes the ofﬁcial dry ﬁt shirt for 5K and t-shirt for 1-milers, bananas, doughnuts, coffee and pizza after the event. Finisher medals for 1-milers will be presented. You may register by visiting www.cerebralpalsyofvirginia.org or call 497-7474 for more information.

SWIM LESSONS APRIL 30 Register for swim lessons at NAS Oceana’s Aeropalms water park at the Flightline Fitness Center. Registration will continue until all classes are full.The cost for lessons is $35 for military members and $40 for DoD. There will be two sessions of parent and child lessons for children ages 1-4 that will occur on the weekends.There will be four sessions of weekday classes for children ages 5 and up. For more information, call 433-2695 or 492-7183.

SAND SOCCER REGISTRATION

Friday THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 FOR THE MARCH MANIA 5K.

WHERE The Dam Neck Annex Fitness Center is located in Bldg. 524 on Terrier Ave. It is free to active duty, retirees, eligible family members, reservists and DoD civilians. For more information, call 4337483/7185.

9 a.m. Vinyasa Yoga 10 a.m. Stroller Aerobics 11:30 a.m. Zumba

The North American Sand Soccer Championships (NASSC) is inviting military command teams to show they really “got game.” The June 10-12 crucible of sand soccer competitions will feature a special “Beach Masters” adult division for active duty, reserve and retired military personnel. Sand Soccer is 5 v. 5 competition on 30x40 yard grids. A discounted team fee for military of $450 is available and military units providing at least ﬁfteen logistics (setup/takedown) volunteers automatically receive free unit team entry. Registration deadline is April 15. For more information, visit www.sandsoccer.com/ participants/application.

WHERE The Hornet’s Nest Fitness Center is located in bldg. 529 on D Ave. and open Monday - Thursday from 5:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Friday from 5:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hornet’s Nest Fitness Center is not open on weekends. For more information, call 433-3928 or 433-2695.

SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. VISIT WWW.DISCOVERMWR.COM FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE CLASS SCHEDULES.

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VOLUNTEERS

NEEDED NAS OCEANA CHAPEL Volunteers needed for Sunday morning school each week from 9 a.m. - noon. Experience the reward of helping children grow in their faith. For more information, call Ms. Lillian Doctor at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd 433-2871.

VETERANS ART & FARM THERAPY Veterans Art and Farm Therapy is a charity extension of Stargazer Stables, located on West Road in Chesapeake. The Veterans Art and Farm Therapy Program allows veterans to experience the helpful therapeutic beneﬁts of art and farm activities. The animals on the farm have years of experience working with active children and are super quiet and patient for the veterans. They are currently seeking volunteers to work with the veterans at the farm. For more information or to register as a volunteer, visit www.artandfarm.org/#!get-involved/codrg.

RED CROSS The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to help en-

sure a sufﬁcient blood supply for patients by giving blood this March. During the winter months, inclement winter weather and seasonal illnesses can keep regular donors from giving blood. Healthy donors of all blood types are needed to help maintain an adequate blood supply for patients in their own communities as well as areas where donors were unable to give due to severe winter weather. Individuals with types O, AB, B negative and A negative blood are especially needed. Make an appointment to help maintain an adequate blood supply for patients in need this winter by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-733-2767.

HUNT CLUB FARM Hunt Club Farm is looking for volunteers to assist with daily feed and care of petting farm animals, including farm fowl, goats, pigs, sheep, ponies, llama, alpacas, peacocks, rabbits, donkeys and more. Some equine/farm animal experience required for this position. E-mail christy@ huntclubfarm.com for more information.

ROSE GARDEN VOLUNTEER Looking for an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors? Come and garden 3 acres of beautiful roses at the Norfolk Botanical Garden. You don’t need experience, you’ll learn as you grow. This is not a one day assignment, but designed for people to work at least one season. Tasks may include weeding, removing spent blooms and pruning. Volunteer minimum age is 16. Visit norfolkbotanicalgarden.org to submit a volunteer application.

KETTLE KRUSH 5K & 1-MILE FUN RUN The 4th annual Salvation Army Kettle Krush 5k and 1-mile fun run will return to the Norfolk waterfront April 8 with shifts for volunteers from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: packet pick-up on race day; on the course and at water stations; start and ﬁnish line to hand out bananas and water and assist with kids run; and parking lot attendants. Register online at www.volunteerhr.com and type in keywords “Kettle Krush 5k.”

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*HOW TO QUALIFY: 1.BE IN CURRENT ACTIVE DUTY STATUS IN THE U.S. MILITARY (NAVY, ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, NATIONAL GUARD, COAST GUARD AND ACTIVE RESERVE) OR A U.S. MILITARY INACTIVE RESERVE (I.E., READY RESERVE) THAT IS PART OF THE INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE, SELECTED RESERVE AND INACTIVE NATIONAL GUARD. RETIRED MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE NOT ELIGIBLE EXCEPT FOR RETIREES OR VETERANS HONORABLY DISCHARGED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF SERVICE. HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS OF ELIGIBLE QUALIFYING MILITARY PERSONNEL ARE ALSO ELIGIBLE. 2.PROVIDE VERIFIABLE PROOF OF MILITARY STATUS OR ACTIVE SERVICE AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE: LEAVE AND EARNING STATEMENT, MILITARY IDENTIFICATION CARD OR VETERANS/RETIREE DD FORM -214. 3.RECEIVE A SALARY SUFFICIENT TO COVER ORDINARY LIVING EXPENSES AND PAYMENTS FOR YOUR TOYOTA. 4.RECEIVE CREDIT APPROVAL THROUGH A TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE OFFERED BY TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ON LEASE CONTRACTS INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE AMOUNT DUE AT LEASE SIGNING OR DELIVERY WITH ANY REMAINDER APPLIED TOWARD THE CAPITALIZED COST REDUCTION. ON FINANCE CONTRACTS, INCENTIVE MUST BE APPLIED TOWARD THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE OR LEASE TRANSACTION. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE TOYOTA COLLEGE GRADUATE INCENTIVE PROGRAM. FINANCE OR LEASE CONTRACT MUST BE DATED BY APRIL 4, 2016 FOR INCENTIVE OFFER. THE MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR TERMINATION AT ANY TIME. OFFERS ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH A PARTICIPATING TOYOTA DEALERSHIP AND TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TERMS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS APPLY, INCLUDING A MAXIMUM TERM OF 72 MONTHS ON RETAIL AND 48 MONTHS ON LEASE FINANCE CONTRACTS. PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE AT PARTICIPATING DEALERS IN MARYLAND, VIRGINIA, WEST VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA, AND DELAWARE; AND MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IN ALL STATES. NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL QUALIFY. SEE PARTICIPATING DEALER FOR DETAILS.**ALL LEASE OFFERS: LEASE OFFERS AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR EXCESSIVE WEAR AND EXCESS MILEAGE CHARGES OF $.15 PER MILE IN EXCESS OF 36,000 MILES. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. VEHICLE MUST BE TAKEN FROM DEALER STOCK BY 4/4/16 AND IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. CAMRY LEASE OFFER INCLUDES APPLICATION OF $500 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES, FIRST MONTHLY PAYMENT OF $239 PAID BY TOYOTA, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. EXAMPLE BASED ON 2016 CAMRY LE FOUR CYLINDER AUTOMATIC MODEL 2532, MSRP $23,905 AND CAPITALIZED COST, WHICH MAY VARY BY DEALER, OF $22,934. COROLLA LEASE OFFER INCLUDES APPLICATION OF $1,000 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES, FIRST MONTHLY PAYMENT OF $199 PAID BY TOYOTA, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. EXAMPLE BASED ON 2016 COROLLA LE AUTOMATIC MODEL 1852, MSRP $19,500 AND CAPITALIZED COST, WHICH MAY VARY BY DEALER, OF $18,537. RAV4 SPECIAL OFFER INCLUDES APPLICATION OF $750 TOYOTA LEASE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES, FIRST MONTHLY PAYMENT OF $259 PAID BY TOYOTA, AND NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. EXAMPLE BASED ON 2016 RAV4 LE FRONT WHEEL DRIVE AUTOMATIC MODEL 4430, MSRP $25,340 AND CAPITALIZED COST, WHICH MAY VARY BY DEALER, OF $24,693. LEASES DO NOT INCLUDE $350 DISPOSITION FEE DUE AT LEASE END. INCENTIVE AVAILABLE ON APPROVED CREDIT TO QUALIFIED CUSTOMERS THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. CAPITALIZED COST IN EXAMPLES INCLUDE $650 ACQUISITION FEE AND ASSUMES DEALER PARTICIPATION. YOUR PAYMENT TERMS MAY VARY BASED ON FINAL NEGOTIATED PRICE. DEALER FEES ARE EXTRA. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS WILL QUALIFY. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. ***0% APR FINANCING UP TO 60 MONTHS AVAILABLE TO QUALIFIED BUYERS THRU TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. TOTAL FINANCED CANNOT EXCEED MSRP PLUS OPTIONS, TAX, TITLE, LICENSE AND DEALER FEES. 60 MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $16.67 FOR EACH $1000 BORROWED. NOT ALL BUYERS WILL QUALIFY. †BUYERS CAN RECEIVE A $500 FINANCE CASH INCENTIVE FROM TOYOTA IN ADDITION TO SPECIAL APR FINANCING IF VEHICLE IS PURCHASED AND FINANCED THROUGH TOYOTA FINANCIAL SERVICES. INCENTIVE WILL BE APPLIED FIRST TO THE DOWN PAYMENT. ONE INCENTIVE PER FINANCE TRANSACTION. OFFERS DO NOT INCLUDE DEALER FEES. OFFERS MAY NOT BE COMBINED. SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS. OFFERS END 4/4/16. ††COVERS NORMAL FACTORY SCHEDULED SERVICE FOR 2 YEARS OR 25,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. SEE PARTICIPATING CENTRAL ATLANTIC TOYOTA DEALER FOR DETAILS AND EXCLUSIONS. VALID ONLY IN THE CONTINENTAL U.S. AND ALASKA.