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Daily tours of Oceana offered during summer Enjoy a close-up tour of the U.S. Navy’s Master Jet Base, while riding aboard a British-style double-decker bus. The NAS Oceana base tour, includes a stop at the Aviation Historical Park to see the jets that have been proud to call NAS Oceana their home base for more than 60 years. The tour is in partnership with the Military Aviation Museum in Virginia Beach. Tour days are Monday through Friday, through Aug. 31.The departure time is 11 a.m. and returns at 1:30 p.m.Tours depart from and return to the 24th Street Kiosk at 24th and Atlantic at the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Tickets are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon at the kiosk. Ticket prices are adults, $13; seniors (60+) and children, ages 5 -12, $10; children under 5 are free. Photo ID required for all passengers over age 16. No backpacks allowed.
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An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the “Jolly Rogers” of VFA-103, deployed on Naval Medical USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), performs during an air demonstration Center Portsfor a group of distinguished visitors July 1. Dwight D. Eisenhower is on a mouth urgently regularly scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations and Theater Security Cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of needs blood responsibility. Photo by MCCS(AW/SW) Robert Fluegel donors, especially types O positive and O negative, whole ed homeowners relocating during the mortgage the local real estate market. blood and plate- BY AMAANI LYLE The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act crisis; and American Forces Press Service lets. For more of 2009, Public Law 111-5, expanded the HAP to • Service member homeowners undergoing information or to WASHINGTON — Eligible military members provide assistance to: Permanent Change of Station moves during the • Deployed wounded, injured, or ill members mortgage crisis. schedule an ap- and federal civilian employees who face financial loss when selling their primary residence may of the armed forces (30 percent or greater dis“The amended law now includes HAP relief for pointment, call receive compensation, provided they apply for ability) and forward deployed wounded, injured, surviving spouses of the fallen, BRAC 2005-im953-1717/1730. the expanded Homeowners Assistance Program or ill Department of Defense and Coast Guard ci- pacted homeowners relocating during the mortDonors must (HAP) by Sept. 30. vilian homeowners (including employees of non- gage crisis, and service member homeowners The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages appropriated fund instrumentalities) reassigned undergoing permanent-change-of-station moves have a valid HAP on behalf of the military branches.The HAP, in furtherance of medical treatment or rehabilita- during the mortgage crisis,” said Michael McAnmilitary ID or initially created by Congress in 1966, provides tion or due to medical retirement in connection drew, director of facilities investment and mansponsor to get financial assistance to qualifying homeowners with their disability; agement office for the deputy undersecretary of defense for installations and environment. when a closure or significant change in opera• Surviving spouses of the fallen; on base.
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The COnnection Line has made a change! For questions, suggestions, compliments or concerns about services provided on board NAS Oceana, now e-mail OceanaPAO@navy.mil. However, the best and fastest way to resolve a problem is through your chain of command or with the organization directly involved. Please be brief and to the point when using the COnnection Line. Capt. Bob Geis will reply through this column, since topics may be of interest to other readers.
Feds Feed Families Feds Feed Families, an annual government-wide effort, is launching at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex.All DoD and active duty can help support the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia by collecting much-needed food items through Aug. 31. This year’s efforts will again be led by the staff from the NAS Oceana Chapel of the Good Shepherd and collection boxes will soon be set up at several Oceana and Dam Neck commands. According to staff at the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia, in 2011, they received an outstanding response from local Navy institutions and federal employees, helping the foodbank get through the challenging summer months and due to increased demand again this summer,donations are urgently needed. Feds Feed Families is led by the Chief Human Capital Officers (CHCO) Council, in partnership with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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obey all NAS Oceana traffic laws, regulations and instructions. Drivers are also reminded to not cut through the parking lots on base as a way to traffic and stop signs. Security has increased their patrols in these areas and drivers who are caught breaking the law are being cited.
Computer-Based CLEP/ DSST/ECE Exams
College Level Examinations Program (CLEP), DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), and Excelsior College Examinations (ECE) are offered at NAS Oceana every TuesAssociation of Naval Aviation Luncheon The Hampton Roads Squadron Association of Naval Avia- day at 9 and 11 a.m. and every Wednesday from 4 - 7 p.m. tion will hold their monthly luncheon, July 18, 11:30 a.m. in building 531, room 104. Your scores are available immediately. Exams are free at the NAS Oceana Galley.The guest speaker will be Vice for active duty service members. Other eligible examinees Adm. David H. Buss, deputy, U.S. Fleet Forces Command. must pay a fee.To pre-register, or for more information, call the Navy College office at JEB Little Creek-Fort Story at Forrestal Fire Memorial Service 464-6449 or NAS Oceana at 428-8395. The USS Forrestal Fire Memorial Service will take place at the Farrier Fire Fighting School, July 20, 10:30 a.m.The Room at the inn guest speaker will be Rear Adm.Ted Branch, commander, NGIS at NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex have hotel Naval Air Force,Atlantic. rooms available year round.All you need is a military, DoD Forty-five years ago, while operating on Yankee Station civilian or retired ID card to stay or sponsor family memoff the coast of Vietnam, 134 Sailors lost their lives during bers.There are also NGIS locations at Norfolk Naval Shipa catastrophic flight deck fire on board USS Forrestal (CVA yard, Naval Station Norfolk, Naval Support Activity Norfolk, 59). In honor of those fallen shipmates and of the surviv- JEB Little Creek, Northwest Annex and Wallops Island. ing crew members, the USS Forrestal Association holds an Make reservations online at www.dodlodging.net or call annual memorial service at the Naval Engineering Train- 877-NAVY-BED. ing Site Norfolk Farrier Fire Fighting School, located in the Norfolk International Terminal on Hampton Boulevard. All hands are invited to join the survivors of the tragedy to pay tribute to fallen shipmates.Working uniform or equivalent civilian attire is appropriate. Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Oceana For more information, contact retired ABCS Joe Costello, Protestant Catholic USS Forrestal Association Memorial Services coordinator Sunday Mass – Mon-Thurs, at joemaryjo2@verizon.net.
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Traffic enforcement at NAS Oceana Did you know that you enter government property as soon as you drive onto Tomcat Boulevard from Oceana Boulevard? This includes areas outside the NAS Oceana fence line — Tomcat Boulevard, Main Gate Park, the Pass and ID parking lot and NEX parking lot. All NAS Oceana traffic laws apply in these areas. Drivers who are caught speeding, talking on a cell phone while driving, driving while intoxicated or failing to wear prescribed motorcycle PPE, will be cited and must appear at NAS Oceana Traffic Court for administrative violations and/or federal district court for criminal violations. Remember to be safe while driving in these areas and
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Cmdr. Edgardo Moreno, outgoing commanding officer of the “Dragonslayers” of HS-11, is doused with water by pilots from his squadron, following an airborne change of command ceremony aboard aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.
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Words can hurt or heal BY LT. PAUL WIGGINTON NAS Oceana Chaplain “Sticks and stones can break my bones,but words will never hurt me.” I heard that often on the playground at school and may have even said it a few times growing up. I remember them coming from my mom and dad each time I moved into a new neighborhood; kids would talk about the funny accent of the new boy. In time, I came to realize that words could hurt, it all depended on the person they came from.From the kids on the monkey bars or the ball team we played against, it was their way of getting into the attitude of others to help themselves look better or win. Good advice from mom just to let the other kids think what they wanted to and not let their words get to a young kid. We have a word for it today and call it bullying. Partly because in our day and time, the phrase,“words will never hurt me,”has been shown to be misleading. Some of you who are reading this are waiting for the shoe to drop, so that some example of harsh words, put downs, or toxic speech may come out. I am sure you have already thought of some. Yet the opposite of these hurtful words are those that strengthen buildup, encourage and make solid a person’s character and outlook. The Apostle Paul, writing to a young man in the faith named Timothy, penned these words of encouragement: “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young,but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.” I Tim 4:12 NIV. Paul knew of the words that could tear down, and he knew their friendship could strengthen Timothy for all the challenges he had to face in life. Research has shown that it takes seven to 10 positive interactions to overcome one negative interaction.To think about it another way, it would take only one hurtful conversation to delete 10 or more positive ones.Words can make a difference in our day-today conversation. It’s hard work to build each other up and over time, can make a huge difference. In the words of John F Kennedy,“One person can make a difference and every person should try.” We can all make a difference with our words.
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HS-11 holds change of command BY MC3 BRIAN G. REYNOLDS Enterprise Carrier Strike Group Public Affairs USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea — Cmdr. Ryan Keys relieved Cmdr. Edgardo Moreno as commanding officer (CO) of the “Dragonslayers” of Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 11 in an airborne change-of-command ceremony in the skies above deployed aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) July 6. The ceremony began on the flight deck as Moreno addressed the crew of HS-11, offering his appreciation and gratitude to the squadron he had led. “You are my family,” said Moreno. “I have nothing but love and respect for all of you.” Moreno also expressed a deep honor for having the opportunity to lead the Dragonslayers. “When you say ‘take care of your people,’ that’s easier
said than done,” said Moreno.“You have to do a lot to take care of your people.The first thing you have to do is lead from the front.” Following the airborne portion of the ceremony, which included a ceremonial “lead change” carried out by Keys and Moreno, Keys took center stage and addressed the crew as the new commanding officer of HS-11. “We will continue the Dragonslayer traditions of mission accomplishment, safe flying and mentorship,” said Keys. “Every person in this command plays a critical role on this team and must respect each other.” Keys, the previous executive officer of HS-11, then offered his thanks to Moreno for setting a favorable leadership example for him to follow. “Thanks Cheech, for all that you’ve done for the squadron for the past two and a half years,”said Keys.“You didn’t — See HS-11, Page 9
Truman departs Norfolk Naval Shipyard for sea trials BY MCSN LORENZO J. BURLESON USS Harry S.Truman Public Affairs USS HARRY S.TRUMAN,At Sea (NNS) — Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S.Truman (CVN 75) departed Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) and began sea trails, one of the final milestones of its docking planned incremental availability (DPIA) July 7. Sea trials tests Truman’s system capabilities in surface operations, deck seamanship, flight deck operations and damage control readiness. “Today’s successful underway was the product of Truman and NNSY’s hard work and dedication for the past 16 months in the shipyard,” said Capt. Dee L. Mewbourne, Truman’s commanding officer.“It is absolutely fantastic to
be back at sea where we belong.” Truman is conducting sea trials in collaboration with Norfolk Naval Shipyard to train Sailors and ensure operability of equipment and systems while at sea. “We have completed an enormous amount of testing, but things still need to be observed,” said Cmdr. Daniel Rossler, Truman’s chief engineer. “During this underway, we must work together to accomplish all the goals needed to successfully get this ship back in the fleet.” The goal is to reestablish the proficiency of the ship and its training teams, said Rossler. A series of training exercises will be performed and evaluated while Sailors complete final personnel qualification standards. — See Sea trials, Page 17
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Transition benefits: ERB outplacement services bring Sailor home with hope and a future
Outstanding efforts rewarded
BY MC1(SW/AW) MONIQUE K. HILLEY Commander, Navy Installations Command Public Affairs
Photo by Kelley Stirling
Lt. Rob Singer (l) is presented the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal by NAS Oceana Commanding OfďŹ cer Capt. Bob Geis, June 27, at the OfďŹ cers’ Club. Singer, who serves as Oceana’s command services attorney/staff judge advocate, demonstrated exceptional leadership as he synchronized the Navy’s restoration efforts with the city of Virginia Beach and various contractors, following the crash of an F/A-18 into the Mayfair Mews apartment complex on April 6. Singer served as a dedicated legal counselor to affected residents, making sure they all received the proper information and support services. His personal involvement with each resident was noted many times and his compassion and dedication helped signiďŹ cantly improve recovery efforts.
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WASHINGTON (NNS) — When Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Michael Farrell got the news in November 2011 that he had not been selected for retention by the Navy’s Enlisted Retention Board,he was unsure of what would come next in his life. The one thing he did know was that he wanted to return to his home state of Minnesota if at all possible. Farrell, assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 120“Greyhawks,â€? immediately began preparing for his transition out of the Navy.While taking advantage of the usual services of the Navy Transition Assistance Management Program, offered at Commander, Navy Installations Command’s Fleet and Family Readiness Centers (FFSCs) worldwide, he knew that it might not be enough to prepare him for his unexpected transition out of the Navy after more than nine years of service. While receiving the initial news from his commanding ofďŹ cer, he was given a handbook about all of the beneďŹ ts available to him and was told the about many options, including extra outplacement services through Challenger, Grey and Christmas (CGC).As the job search continued with little luck, Farrell found himself speaking to a CGC coach to develop a job search strategy targeting Minnesota and crafting a resume that was aimed directly at his goal. “Thanks to that killer resume, I got a job in Minnesota with a company called Orbotech,â€?said Farrell.“It pays well and the job
looks to be less demanding than my Navy one.The beneďŹ ts are great and the working environment and climate are different from what I’ve been accustomed to lately.â€? Farrell is extremely grateful that he took the extra steps to ensure a good future for himself and his family. While at a loss for what to do next, things did not look bright for Farrell.After talking to the coach at CGC and developing a plan, he began to gain conďŹ dence and see hope for his future. “I know it is the coaches’ job, but they seemed to put 100 percent of themselves into what they do and it showed,â€? said Farrell.“Things worked out right for me and it was because of their hard work and dedication.â€? With a job secured in his home state and his extended family nearby, his outlook has changed about being selected by the ERB for release from the Navy.Farrell is proud of his naval service and the years he spent as an aviation electronics technician, but he is also looking forward to the next step in his life and ďŹ nally feeling “homeâ€? again. The Navy’s contract with CGC is extensive and tasks them to reach out to all Sailors affected by ERB. Sailors are encouraged to contact CGC by calling 1-800-971-4288 or by e-mail at cgcusnavy@challengergray. com if they desire services and have not heard from CGC. Sailors can also contact the Help Center at Commander, Navy Personnel Command by calling 866-827-5672 for more information. For more information, visit www.npc. navy.mil/boards/ERB/,contact the NPC customer service center at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866-827-5672) or email cscmailbox@ navy.mil.
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Camouage special at the Oceana Thrift Shop Through the month of July,the NAS OceanaThrift Shop is running a special on camouage uniforms with buy one,get one free, while supplies last. The thrift shop,located on Hornet Drive next to bachelor housing in building 419,offers monthly specials on store items,including other uniform items and a brown bag special at the end of the month.The store also accepts donations.A drop box is located in front of the building for convenience. The shop is run by volunteers from the Navy Wives Club of America, Princess Anne Chapter 143. Proceeds from items sold beneďŹ t military families and the local community. Current hours are Monday,Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.;Wednesday, 7 - 9 p.m. Call 433-2193 for more information.
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Karen Roberts, a Virginia Beach SPCA wildlife program volunteer, holds a rescued brown pelican. Kermit Tapia (seated) and Jim Bragg, each with the U.S. Navy oil recovery team, helped with the rescue at Sewells Point jetty at Norfolk Naval Station on June 22.
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BY TOM KREIDEL Naval Facilities Engineering Command Mid-Atlantic Public Affairs NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) — An injured pelican, who was rescued with the help of Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic Oil Recovery employees at Naval Station Norfolk, arrived July 3 at his new home at SeaWorld Orlando. Kermit Tapia, William Taylor and James Bragg assisted local wildlife rescue volunteers in recovering the pelican June 22.The bird had been spotted on the jetty near pier 14 weeks prior.Tapia, a deck hand who has worked for Oil Recovery for 12 years, called the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) upon noticing the bird had broken off the tip of its wing and could not fly. “I was just glad I could help,” he said.“Those volunteers who do this on a regular basis are truly heroes to me.” Tapia added that the SPCA Wildlife program sent a pair of volunteers, Karen Roberts and Noah Myer, who helped capture the pelican and bring him to safety. — See Pelican, Page 14
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CPO 365 series SIGNIFICANCE OF THE FIRST CLASS PETTY OFFICER STORY/PHOTOS BY MC3 ANTONIO P. TURRETTO RAMOS NAS Oceana Public Affairs
tion where you have to take care of your junior Sailors and get them to a point to become senior Sailors, but at the same time Military organizations are managed by a you’re preparing to becoming chief,” said command structure; links in a chain that Interior Communications Electrician 1st connect the most senior commanding Class (SW) D’Angelo Harrison, Naval Air officer to the most junior deck seaman. Station (NAS) Oceana command urinalysis Through this chain of command, orders coordinator and limited duty coordinator. are passed and solutions executed to com- “You have to begin to distance yourself plete any given military mission. from the junior enlisted and start making The rank of petty officer first class, one connections with the chiefs.” A first class petty officer should predict such link, plays a unique role in the chain by providing a balance of military leader- future expectations and balance day-to-day ship and knowledge with technical exper- work, while adjusting to meet those extise and performance.The role of first class pectations, according to Senior Chief Elecpetty officers in today’s Navy is being even tronics Technician (SW) Kevin Hartless, more strongly emphasized through the Oceana administrative department leading Chief Petty Officer (CPO) 365 program. chief petty officer. They should be soluCPO 365 is a three-phased program,which tion oriented and either know the answer helps prepare board-eligible first class pet- or know where to find the answer to any ty officers in making the transition to chief. given problem. “I expect my first class to be able to look “Being a first class is one of the hardest jobs in the Navy because you’re in a posi- at any given situation and apply logic, common sense and regulations to make a decision,” said Hartless “A certain level of confidence has to be there to make decisions. The worst decision is the one you don’t make.” Fire Controlman (FC) 1st Class (SW) Alcinda A. Kordecki is one of Oceana’s recently frocked Sailors who is taking her responsibiliThe role of the first class petty officer is being more strongly ties as a new first class petty emphasized through the CPO 365 program, which helps pre- officer very seriously.’“The pare board-eligible first class to make the transition to chief. responsibility I have now
Hours for school representatives at Education Service Center
Interested in talking directly to a school representative about the education programs offered by a particular school? School representatives are on site weekly at the NAS Oceana Education Service Center. •Saint Leo University Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; 428-8395; www.saintleo.edu/shrc •Tidewater Community College Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 3:30
FC1(SW) Alcinda A. Kordecki is frocked her to new paygrade by NAS Oceana Commanding Officer Capt. Bob Geis June 15. Kordecki, Oceana’s quarterdeck assistant leading petty officer, is looking forward to her new role and new responsibilities as a first class petty officer and learning more about CPO 365. to guide and protect my subordinates is even greater. A first class can impact the decisions of the fellow first classes and the chiefs’ mess a lot easier than a junior Sailor when the opportunity arises to get deserving Sailors awards and positive performance evaluations, or even when it comes down to handling disciplinary actions for minor things,without heavily involving the upper chain of command,“ she explained in an email. According to Hartless, “What separates the good from the great in first class petty officers is their ability to push subordinates to the potential that they, as a leader, see in them;to push a Sailor past what they see in themselves.” To newly frocked first class petty officers, Harrison says, “Expect to be a part of what you may have perceived before to be the problem. Expect the complaints to come to you now and be prepared to answer the questions of your junior Sailors. They are looking to you now.You are that
p.m.; 491-4385; www.tcc.edu •ECPI University Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 491-5755; www.ecpi.edu •Southern Illinois University Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; 422-4352; www.siu.edu •Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; 4378061; www.erau.edu
guy.” Harrison says that it’s no longer your responsibility to let superiors know of a problem, it’s now your job to find a solution.“If you are a good first class, you need to know your programs and be able to guide a Sailor to the solution to a problem. You have to know where to find the answers.” Kordecki, who is Oceana’s quarterdeck assistant leading petty officer,is looking forward to learning more about her new role, as well as being part of CPO 360. “I expect to grow a stronger bond with fellow first classes and the chiefs’ mess through CPO 365… CPO 365 will allow me to have an opportunity to grow by asking questions of the right people, questions that I might have learned answers to later in painful lessons and trial and error situations.” Editor’s note — This story is part of an intermittent series on CPO 365. The Jet Observer will feature more articles in coming weeks.
•Troy University Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; 425-2066; www.troy.edu In addition to those listed, several more schools have visiting representatives available at least once a month.The Oceana Education Service Center is located at 902 E Avenue, building 531, Suite 101. Customer service hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 433-3129.
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Deployment: VFA-34 on Lincoln
Student Management Office takes lead in process improvements BY ROBIN HOLLAND Training Support Center Hampton Roads Public Affairs OfďŹ cer
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An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the “Blue Blastersâ€? of VFA-34 launches from the Nimitzclass aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) July 2. Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and combat ight operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Although training support centers were born of the Revolution in Training to provide a myriad of support functions to area learning sites,there is little guesswork as to where the bulk of their energies lie with an average annual throughput of 90,000 Sailors and Marines. Headquartered at Dam Neck Annex, Training Support Center Hampton Roads (TSCHR) handles everything from quota assignments to student check-in and check-out. Between check-in and check-out, while the students are dutifully carrying out their training mission, there’s a lot of work going on behind the scenes by the TSCHR student management personnel. Oscar Jose, TSCHR’s student management director, rarely sees a lull in the student manage-
ment workload. For the eighth consecutive year, his personnel have provided unparalleled support at the ďŹ ve major training installations located in the Hampton Roads area of responsibility.At each of these sites, his workforce is tailored in both skills and numbers to meet the training requirements of the 30-plus Naval Education and Training Command learning sites they are charged to support. “It seems we never run out of challenges. From in-processing, special screenings, security clearances, port calls, orders negotiations, graduations, reclassiďŹ cations and so on, we stay busy,â€? said Jose. Jose went on to say that with personnel resources at a premium, student management personnel are constantly searching for student process improvements that will permit them to minimize a student’s time on board so they can get to the eet as quickly as possible and at the least cost — See TSCHR, Page 14
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In order to achieve the initial phase, the inventory of BMD-capable ships on the East Coast increased, which created a corresponding demand signal for BMD training. That demand signal resulted in the recent establishment of a BMD training program located at Tactical Training Group Atlantic (TTGL) at Dam Neck Annex. A similar program already exists at Tactical Training Group Pacific in San Diego. The Ballistic Missile Defense Exercise (BMDEX) program is designed to train and certify Ballistic Missile Defense ships prior to deployment. TTGL BMDEX training program was established in April 2012. Now that there is a program on the East Coast, the plan is to conduct a monthly BMDEX and alternate the exercise control responsibilities between the two coasts. BMDEX events are run on a synthetic training architecture that leverages the successful fleet synthetic training (FST) program and provides realistic training to ships that are in port. Because BMDEX events run on a distributed network,East Coast ships can participate inWest Coast led events, and West Coast ships can participate in East Coast led events. The first TTGL-led BMDEX, held June 18 - 22, included two ships in Norfolk, one in San Diego and one in Pearl Harbor.The ships are connected to a Distributed Training Center where the exercise control team runs the
scenario.The connection is provided by a persistent network called the Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE). The Navy’s synthetic training is enabled by the Joint Semi-Automated Forces (JSAF) model, which allows programmers to develop ballistic missile scenarios and then transmit them to the ships via the NCTE network. JSAF is the same model used during fleet synthetic training events to exercise other warfare areas such as antisubmarine warfare or surface warfare. When the JSAF simulation arrives on the ship (located pierside) it stimulates the ship’s combat systems which have been placed into a training mode. When in a training mode, the ship can simulate being geographically located anywhere in the world, and be provided a realistic training environment. Watch teams operate their actual shipboard equipment in their combat information centers. During BMDEX events, a ballistic missile is launched by exercise control in the distributed training center and the signal is sent to the ship via the distributed training network.The ship’s combat system then receives an indication that a missile has been launched and the combat system on board creates a radar track once the ballistic missile enters the ship’s radar range. The ship’s training system then allows watch teams to track and then engage — See Inaugural training, Page 15
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Cmdr. Ryan Keys, executive officer of the Dragonslayers of HS-11, takes the lead during a change of command aboard aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) July 5.
HS-11: airborne change of command during deployment — Continued from page 3 tell me how to be a good CO.You showed me how to be an outstanding CO.” Capt. Jeffrey Trent, commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, also addressed the HS-11 crew, expressing gratitude for a job well done by Moreno and welcoming Keys as the new commanding officer. “He [Moreno] cares deeply about his people,”said Trent. “He holds his people accountable. Most importantly, he loves you Dragonslayers.” “I know he (Keys) will continue to take the Dragonslayers to bigger and better heights,” added Trent. This deployment will be the final deployment for any squadron embarked aboard Enterprise, as the ship is scheduled to be inactivated following its return to homeport in Norfolk. This makes the last in-flight change of command the Dragonslayers will ever conduct aboard Enterprise. “It feels bittersweet, but I am honored to have had the opportunity to do an airborne change of command on this final historic deployment of the Big E,” said Moreno. Moreno will go on to attend the National Defense University in Washington, D.C. With the completion of the change of command, HS-11 pilots will continue to fly combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. “I would like to say that it has been an absolute privilege to serve with each and every one of my Dragonslayers,” said Moreno.“I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve with such a phenomenal group of consummate professionals.”
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vice dogs, as well as provide a network of therapy dogs that can engage in therapy one-on-one, or on a ratio of one to 10 at the group therapy sessions,” she said. Throughout history, dogs have carried out a wide range of VMF currently has seven puppies that are Assistance Dogs tasks for their human counterparts.They protect livestock and in Training, and 13 adult dogs that are anywhere from 2 to 10 property, provide companionship, and keep their owners out years of age that are certified and registered to be therapy of harm’s way, among other tasks. Service dogs, however, pro- dogs at various hospitals, private clinics, long-term care favide a very specific and specilities, medical centers or cialized task for their owners. the VA. Jeffries said that seeAccording to the Ameriing the dogs in action speaks cans with Disabilities Act volumes to the importance (ADA), first implemented in of the services they provide. 1990 by President George “I had been raising a serH.W. Bush, a service dog is vice dog for another orgadescribed as “any guide dog, nization, and in the process signal dog, or other animal inof doing that, I watched the dividually trained to provide miracles that occurred when assistance to an individual I would take my dog with with a disability.” And while me everywhere while I was there are many organizations training and socializing the that provide assistance/serdog,” she said.“I am a servicevice dogs to individuals of all Nathan, a golden retriever, was named in honor of U.S. Coast disabled veteran;my husband ages with physical and men- Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathan B. Bruckenthal, who was is a service-disabled veteran; tal health challenges, Veter- severely wounded and later died while on a security mission many of our friends are serans Moving Forward (VMF), near the Iraqi Khawr Al Amaya Oil Terminal in April 2004, when vice-disabled veterans and founded in 2010, has set out suicide bombers initiated a waterborne assault. I spent far more hours than from day one to provide serI care to admit in hospitals, vice dogs, at no cost, to veterans with physical and mental medical/military treatment facilities and VA hospitals for my health challenges,including those suffering from post-traumat- immediate family members.And when I took this Assistance ic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Dog in Training with me, I watched the patients feel better, In 2009,only eight veterans received financial support from the people in the waiting room,the family members,the docthe VA for service dogs, and it is estimated that less than 150 tors and clinicians — everyone just seemed to be provided veterans received service dogs through private placement with some hope and comfort and motivation.” in 2010. Retired Cmdr. Karen Jeffries, the founder, president To provide this needed service, Jeffries relies on her dediand executive director of VMF, and a service-disabled veteran cated puppy raisers and trainers like Cyndi Perry from Northherself, felt that the veteran population with disabilities was ern Virginia, who is currently training a Golden Retriever being under-served and she wanted to make a difference. named“Nathan,”and Sherry Mathews from Yorktown, who is “I founded Veterans Moving Forward with my business currently training a black Labrador Retriever named “Chief.” partner, and we created this very unique model to raise ser- Both of the dogs are named in honor and memory of service
members who gave their lives while protecting this nation. Perry, who works for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service in Arlington,Va., is now training her eighth dog. She usually starts training dogs around 8 weeks old and continues into their advanced training portion.When the dogs are ready for service, she said that it’s hard to let her trusty companions go, but the services the dogs provide to wounded veterans is a rewarding experience. “I don’t think you can not fall in love with these pups — they trust you, they look up to you — you are the person that they trust as you train them,”she said.“…The reward is seeing how this dog helps this individual,physically and mentally;being able to give the love of a dog — a well trained dog — that gives this person a sense of security and independence.That’s the reward to me.That then makes me think,‘OK, when am I going to get my next puppy and start this again?’” Mathews, who works at the Navy Warfare Development Command on Naval Station Norfolk,is a new puppy raiser for VMF. Her role is to socialize Chief in different environments and get him used to a variety of situations. She is also conducting basic obedience training and will teach Chief about 30 commands over a course of 12 - 18 months. “We are learning along with him,”explained Mathews.“We are going through obedience training with him now.” The dogs wear a special vest,or cape,while working which signifies that they are on-duty service dogs. “When he [Chief] wears the vest, he knows he’s working,” said Mathews.“And when he doesn’t wear the vest, that means he’s not working … actually,he learned the difference very early on.” While working, the dogs follow specific commands and look to the trainer for direction. “There are certain behaviors that are acceptable when they are at work,and there are certain ones that are not,”explained Perry.“One of the big things that I teach, both the dog and people at work, is that he cannot respond to other people or accept pets from other people unless he is seated or in the down position.They eventually learn that they don’t get rewarded unless they are stationary or stay with their person.” If you would like to learn more about Chief and Nathan as they go through their training, adventures and travels, you can follow them online. For Chief, visit www.facebook.com/ ADITChief, and for Nathan, visit http://coastguard.dodlive. mil and search for “Life of a service dog.” As a non-profit organization,VMF relies 100 percent on donations and sponsorships of others to fund their operations. To learn more about their services, donate or become a volunteer, visit www.vetsfwd.org.
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curred behind the scenes, the teams that did show to compete did a fantastic job. “I loved it! I had just as much fun as the participants,” said MWR Personal Fitness Trainer Lee Williams, who was also a judge for the competition. The day continued with fun and entertainment for all ages. Music was provided out on the beach by a local radio station, numerous MWR stations had a steady supply of cool drinks for purchase and food venders filled the air with scents that summer wouldn’t be complete without. For those who wanted to enjoy a view, MWR staff set up a VIP dining area on the MWR Shifting Sands balcony which overlooked the beach and the staging area.“This is the best view for the fireworks show tonight,” said George. At 5 p.m., the band “Aragona Project” started their performance, kicking off the live entertainment that would continue with “Audio Strobe Light” and “Bowling for Soup.” “These bands were chosen at the family fest event we held in the spring. We held a ‘Battle of the Bands’ competition for the local talent here in the Virginia Beach area,” said Oceana MWR Assistant Manager Vinnie Spagnuolo. The Beach Blast event ended with a fireworks show at 9 that night. By that time, about 6,800 guests were tallied by gate security. — ADAN Phurtura Brazier is temporarily assigned to the Auxiliary Security Force at NAS Oceana
The tug-of-war, part of the strongman competition, was a crowd pleaser for the day. Spectators filled the surrounding bleachers to cheer on the three teams who showed up to compete.
A corn hole competition was offered during Beach Blast. Oceana MWR spent nearly six months planning and organizing Beach Blast, which was open to the public, as well as ID card holders.
The first of 1,800 guests make their way to Beach Blast in the first hour after it opened June 24 at Dam Neck Annex. Security tallied nearly 6,800 visitors by the end of the event, following the fireworks.
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Inaugural training: Steel beach picnic for Enterprise, CVW-1 BMDEX certifies one ship for deployment — Continued from page 8 the ballistic missile as though they were reacting to an actual, real-world launch. Synthetic training allows ships to receive training while in port, thus saving fuel costs of underway training. Multiple live ďŹ rings of anti-ballistic missiles are cost prohibitive, so this synthetic capability saves valuable resources while still providing realistic training. The distributed network also allows other missile defense units from other services, such as the Army and Air Force,to participate in Navy training events, thus providing a very realistic, joint training experience for the ship’s crew.The synthetic architecture is so realistic, that ships are certiďŹ ed to conduct the Ballistic Missile Defense mission in the synthetic BMDEX, vice using a live training event. In the inaugural BMDEX at TTGL, one ship was certiďŹ ed for deployment and the other three receive basic level initial qualiďŹ cations and training. According to Bill Kovach, TTGL’s BMDEX team leader, “The success of the BMDEX program saves the Navy millions of dollars in live training costs for a mission that has international level consequences.â€?
Sailors and Marines from USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and Carrier Air Wing 1 enjoy a steak dinner provided by “Cooks from the Valley,â€? a volunteer group from BakersďŹ eld, Calif., during a “steel beachâ€? picnic aboard the aircraft carrier July 5. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. Photo by MC3 Gregory White
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Upcoming classes offered through Natural Resources Are you interested in hunting or fishing on naval facilities in southeastern Virginia? For deer hunting season, Navy installation qualification/training is scheduled monthly for NAS Oceana, Dam Neck Annex, NALF Fentress Naval Support Activity Northwest Annex.The courses are offered by the Natural Resources staff.
August schedule 4, 9 - 10 a.m. — Bow qualifications; Oceana Natural Resources Center 8, 16, 23, 5 - 6 p.m. — Bow qualifications; NAS Oceana, Natural Resources Center 11, 8 a.m. — Black Powder and Slug Shot qualifications at the Dam Neck Annex Firing Range 12, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — International Bowhunters Education Program Training at Oceana Natural Resources Center 22, 5 - 6:30 p.m. — Navy Hunter Indoctrination Training. at the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit Oceana, building 223 26, 9 - 10 a.m. — Bow qualifications at Oceana Natural Resources Center 28, 6 - 10 p.m. — International Bowhunters Education Program Training, part 1 at Oceana Natural Resources Center 29, 6 - 10 p.m. — International Bowhunters Education Program Training, part 2 at Oceana Natural Resources Center The NAS Oceana Natural Resources Center, building 78, is located on Oceana Boulevard, across from the Oceana Stables. For more information, visit the NAS Oceana Natural Resources website at www.cnic.navy.mil/ Oceana/About/Departments/NaturalResources/index.htm.
#SAAM: Senior military oversight announced for Navy’s sexual assault cases From Department of the Navy, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office WASHINGTON (NNS) — The Navy announced June 28 that only officers at the O-6 (captain) level and above will have the authority to make initial disposition decisions on the most serious sexual assault cases. This announcement follows a statement from Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta, directing the services to elevate reported offenses including rape, sexual assault, forcible sodomy, and attempts to commit those offenses to a “Special Court Martial Convening Authority” at the O-6 or above paygrade. The Navy’s implementation of the Department of Defense initiative was out-
lined in NAVADMIN 195/12, released June 28.This message defined the sexual assault initial disposition authority (SA-IDA) as officers O-6 or above. Once a sexual assault is reported to a command with a military member named as the alleged perpetrator, Naval Criminal Investigative Service is alerted to begin an investigation. If the commander is not an SA-IDA, the case will be forwarded to the SA-IDA for an initial disposition decision. The SA-IDA must consult with a judge advocate and,if practicable,an NCIS agent before making any determination on a case. The SA-IDA may then take any action in accordance with the established Rules for Court-Martial, to include pursuing criminal charges, taking administrative or non-judicial action, or taking no action against the alleged perpetrator.Additionally, the SA-IDA
decision must be documented. The NAVADMIN also directed commanders to understand the recent changes made to Article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, which addresses the criminal elements of rape, sexual assault, aggravated sexual contact, and abusive sexual contact. To assist commanders, members of the Navy Judge Advocate General’s Corps will provide training in conjunction with mobile training teams under the oversight of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Task Force. Every commanding officer, staff judge advocate, victim advocate and sexual assault response coordinator is required to attend a session of this training. Sexual assault prevention is an important element of the readiness area of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, which consolidates a set of objectives and policies, new and existing, to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness, build resiliency and hone the most combat-effective force in the history of the Department of the Navy (DoN). DoN is working aggressively to prevent sexual assaults, to support sexual assault victims, and to hold offenders accountable.
NMCP’s 88th Graduate Medical Education program graduates 88 BY MC2 ANNA ARNDT Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Public Affairs The Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) Intern Class of 2011-2012 graduated 88 interns from their first year of postgraduate training, June 29. The 88th consecutive year of the Graduate Medical Education program at NMCP, saw the program graduate one of its largest classes of interns, who are now fully licensable physicians, eligible to serve the fleet around the world. Acting Commander Capt. James Hancock issued the ceremony’s opening remarks.“This is a great day.You all have been the top 1 percent of everything you have done in your lives,whether it’s high school, whether it’s college, or whether it’s being here at Portsmouth, because at Portsmouth you are looking at the ‘First and Finest,’” said Hancock. “Half of you graduating today will be out in the fleet tomorrow; the other half is going into training to further your education. You will take care of our wounded warriors who come back, and there’s nothing more important than that.” Family members listened as the guest
speaker, Chief, Navy Medical Corps, Rear Adm. Colin Chinn, praised the class for their achievements and offered a few words of wisdom. “I don’t know when the dream started to become a physician,” said Chinn.“It could have started when you were very young, it could have started in high school, but to get to this point, you have had to endure a lot. Four years of undergraduate college, four very grueling years at medical school, now this very difficult year they just completed in internship. Chinn continued, “You’re about at the midpoint in the journey of becoming a physician — it’s not over yet.You still have to complete your residency training. For some of you, fellowship training.And then there’s the board certification exam. So you’re about halfway through the journey, but today is a significant point in that journey.” Chinn acknowledged family members in their roles during the journey.“The spouses, the children, the parents, the grandparents, the siblings, the aunts and uncles — your love and support during the many years of study and training of your loved ones has been essential for this day to occur,” Chinn
said.“On behalf of the Navy and the medical community, I thank you.” Chinn also acknowledged the teaching staff, saying they have been vital to the current and future success of graduating interns. “Every year, you train, mentor and produce outstanding junior physicians and naval officers for the fleet, the Marine Corps and naval medical treatment facilities throughout the world,” Chinn said. “You are the reason the graduates of our Graduate Medical Education programs lead the nation in board certification examination pass rates and why our GME programs receive the highest levels of GME accreditation.” The graduates consisted of Navy, Air Force and civilian interns.After 11 years of war, all four services have learned to work together in a combat theater and have collectively made record-breaking advancements in combat casualty care and patient movement, Chinn said. Some graduates will begin residencies and continue their training at NMCP, while others will go to serve in various capacities around the fleet.
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minimizes impact of housing market VFA-31 assists Relay for Life Assistance: HAP — Continued from page 1 far we’ve been very successful in doing that,â€? McAndrew Key expanded HAP deadlines and qualifying timeframes have already passed,McAndrew said,further escalating the urgency of swift beneďŹ t distribution and program closure. “Reassignment order dates must range from Feb.1,2006, through Sept. 30, 2010, and qualifying property purchases, or signed contracts to purchase must have occurred prior to July 1, 2006,â€? McAndrew said.“BRAC reached its full implementation by Sept. 15, 2011.â€? The total beneďŹ t calculation, capped at $729,750, is based upon the home purchase price, McAndrew said. “We’ve made every effort to try and make funds available to pay as many of these applications as we can,and so
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The “Tomcatters� of VFA-31 volunteered at Relay for Life in Virginia Beach June 23. Throughout the day, members of “Felix� supported the event by providing sodas and water for the Survivor Reception in the evening, while others assisted with a parking detail contingent.
Sea trials: Truman wraps up 16-month overhaul — Continued from page 3 During sea trials, Sailors will work hard to maintain Truman’s standard of excellence during its qualiďŹ cation phase, said Rossler. “We have to make sure the crew is qualiďŹ ed as well as the ship,â€? said Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd
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Class Daniel Colon, assigned to air department.“We have to test equipment to make sure it works properly.â€? Truman’s 16-month DPIA, conducted at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) in Portsmouth, Va., was the largest aircraft carrier DPIA in the history of NNSY. “I’m very proud of what we’ve accomplished in this very challenging DPIA, and I look forward to wrapping up our sea trials and returning to eet service,â€? said Mewbourne. Upon completion of sea trials,Truman will return to its homeport in Naval Station Norfolk.
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SPORTS & FITNESS » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » Military Challenge returns to Virginia Beach Sportsplex The Flagship Inc., Military Newspapers of Virginia and Grand Furniture hosting 3rd annual event July 28.
children ages 5-12 will have an opportunity to conquer a similar course with military and other fun obstacles to challenge them. Kids will receive a Mini Challenge T-shirt and all finishers will receive an official Kids’ Mini Challenge medal. Harris Jewelry will sponsor the 1 mile Diamond Dash. The Flagship Newspaper, Military Newspapers of VirThis race is free to any Military Challenge participant and ginia and the presenting sponsor, Grand Furniture, will will be held after the Kids’ Mini Challenge. The top male host the 3rd annual “Military Challenge” in Hampton and female finisher will receive jewelry courtesy of Harris Roads July 28. Jewelry. The Military Challenge, an ultimate military-style conOther highlights fidence course, will feature a 5K run/obstacle course •Moon Bounce and other children activities designed to challenge even the most fit individuals. This •Raffle prizes signature event will be held from 8 a.m. to noon at the •Concessions available for purchase Virginia Beach Sportsplex, 2181 Landstown Road,Virginia •Live entertainment Beach.The gates open at 6:30 a.m. There will be free park“We are excited to put on this event in cooperation 2011 photo provided ing at venue. $5 off entry fee for active duty military. The with the support of the City of Virginia Beach, the Virginia The 3rd Annual Military Challenge on July 28 at the Virginia registration deadline online or by mail is July 26. Beach Sportsplex, our official race partner Mettle Events, This event will showcase a variety of military challeng- Beach Sportsplex will present some muddy obstacles for and our presenting sponsor, Grand Furniture.We doubled competitors to conquer. New this year will be the Command es/obstacles, entertainment, food and fun family activiour numbers in 2011 and anticipate a great turnout for Challenge for military teams. The command with the most ties. Civilians are welcomed and encouraged to compete this year’s challenge. This event will prove to be fun for alongside the military and take on obstacles used in the participants earns a $500 donation to their MWR fund. the entire family with food, family entertainment, and a everyday military training.Individuals or teams of five may Central VA. post race party,“ said Laura Baxter, publisher and general compete.Teams and individuals will compete for the top New for 2012 is the Command Challenge.The command manager of The Flagship Inc and Military Newspapers of honors.All racers will receive a technical shirt, as well as with the most participants will receive a $500 donation to a meal and two beverages. All finishers will receive an their MWR fund. The command must have a minimum of Virginia.The Jet Observer is among the newspapers published by Military Newspapers of Virginia. official Military Challenge medal. A portion of the event 20 individuals or four teams to qualify for the donation. The event is open to the public. For more information proceeds will benefit the USO of Hampton Roads and The event will also host a Kids’ Mini Challenge, where or to register, visit www.TheMilitaryChallenge.com.
Naval aviator inducted into USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame From Chief of Naval Air Training Public Affairs SAN JOSE, Calif. (NNS) — A naval officer was inducted into the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame, during a ceremony and luncheon as part of the USA Gymnastics National Congress and Trade Show in San Jose, Calif., June 30. Cmdr. Mark Calderon, now the requirements officer for the Chief of Naval Air Training, represented the United States at four World Championships from 1980 to 1986 and won the 1982 World Synchronized Trampoline title with Stuart Ransom. He was serving in the U.S. Navy when he qualified for the U.S.Trampoline Team for a fourth time in 1986. “I always appreciated the fact that I was allowed by the Navy to pursue qualifying for the U.S. team back in 1986,” said Calderon.“They gave me time off to train and even paid for some of the travel expenses,all while I was a third class petty officer.” He earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from
the University of Texas at Austin and was commissioned as an ensign in the Navy in August 1992. He received his wings of gold and was designated a naval aviator in September 1995, and has flown the P-3 Orion. He went on to be an instructor pilot in both the P-3 and the training aircraft T-44. “If he brought half as much dedication to gymnastics as he has brought to his jobs in the Navy, it does not surprise me that he was the best in the world,” said Chief of Naval Air Training Rear Adm. William Sizemore.“He is a superb naval officer and a great example of the type of talented people we have serving in the United States Navy.” From South Texas, Calderon has been using his celebrity to inspire local children and encourage them to focus and work hard. He spoke to several classrooms this spring about his experiences and in April, Calderon threw out the first pitch at Whataburger Field for the “Hooks,” Corpus Christi’s minor league baseball team.
Photo by Richard Stewart
Students from Culk Elementary in Corpus Christi, Texas, gather around Cmdr. Mark Calderon to see his gold medal after speaking with the students on May 7, about his accomplishments throughout the years. Calderon, who represented the USA at four World Championships from 1980-86, won the 1982 World synchronized trampoline title with Stuart Ransom. Calderon was serving in the U.S. Navy when he qualified for the U. S. Trampoline Team for a fourth time in 1986. Calderon, who is with Chief of Naval Air Training and was inducted in the 2012 U.S. Gymnastics Hall Fame June 30.
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Annapolis, War of 1812 Commemorative Walking Tour opens to public The self-guided walking tour throughout Annapolis consists of 10 stops of historical significance to the War of 1812 and will be available through October 2014. From U.S. Naval Academy Public Affairs ANNAPOLIS, Md. (NNS) — The Annapolis War of 1812 200th anniversary commemorative walking tour opened July 6 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the U.S. Naval Academy. U.S. Naval Academy Superintendent Vice Adm. Michael Miller, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley and Annapolis Mayor Joshua Cohen cut the ceremonial ribbon at Mahan Hall on the Naval Academy Yard. During the ceremony, Miller explained why the city of Annapolis should remember the War of 1812, and its significance to the Naval Academy. “The War of 1812 was truly our first nautical war, and
rightly called our nation’s second war for independence. It was foundational to the naval preeminence we enjoy today and set the stage for what would become the United States Naval Academy.” The self-guided walking tour throughout Annapolis consists of 10 stops of historical significance to the War of 1812 and will be available through October 2014. The tour includes five stops at the Naval Academy — Mahan Hall, the HMS Macedonian Monument, the Naval Academy Museum, the Joseph Nicholson Home and Bandstand, and the HMS Confiance Cannon. “Some of the artifacts in this walking tour include flags of tremendous significance to our naval heritage, such as the colors from the British frigate HMS Guirrere, defeated by the smaller, yet quicker, USS Constitution on Aug. 19, 1812 under the command of Capt. Isaac Hull, and perhaps the most famous of all Naval flags, Captain Oliver Hazard Perry’s ‘Don’t give up the ship’ flag flown in our victory in the Battle of Lake Erie on Sept. 10, 1813,” Miller added. Miller concluded his speech by recognizing those who have helped with the project. “I’d like to recognize our strong partnership with the
State of Maryland, City of Annapolis and all participant groups,” said Miller,“and to donors and supporters Mr.William I. Koch,Watermark Tours, the Naval History and Heritage Command, and our team here at USNA.” Beginning April 1, 2013, the tour will also feature an exhibit in Mahan Hall entitled “Seas, Lakes & Bay:The Naval War of 1812.” This exhibit will feature artifacts from the War of 1812 and will be open to the public, free of charge, from Monday through Saturday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and Sunday between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. through Nov. 3, 2013. This walking tour and exhibition are made possible by Koch, whose support and loan of his collection of historic maritime paintings and artifacts provide a glimpse into life on the seas during the War of 1812. Copies of the walking tour map are available at the academy’s Visitor Center, the Naval Academy Museum, the Maryland State House, the Historic Annapolis Foundation on Main Street and the Annapolis Visitor Center. For more information about the Naval Academy, visit www.usna.edu. For more information about the War of 1812 walking tour, visit www.usna.edu/War1812.
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FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER WORKSHOPS
» » »» » »»» ENHANCING STEPFAMILIES July 16, 2 - 4:30 p.m. This workshop includes discussions on the myths of stepfamily living, the different roles a stepparent may assume, the stages a stepfamily goes through as they develop, and tips for handling discipline. Discussion also includes information on stepparenting in a military family.
STRESS MANAGEMENT July 16 - 26, 2 - 4 p.m. Stress is an unavoidable fact of life. The way we handle stress can affect our personal and professional lives. Learn more about managing stress with techniques such as goal-setting, time management and progressive relaxation during this workshop, which meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
DECKPLATE RESOURCES AWARENESS TRAINING July 17 - 18, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is specifically for second class petty officers in supervisory positions. It provides information on Navy and community resources available to military personnel. Through solution-focused exercises, participants learn techniques that effectively address personnel concerns brought to their attention.
SAPR ADVOCATE/POC BASIC TRAINING July 17 - 20, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This basic training prepares command SAPR personnel to coordinate training for the crew, fulfill reporting requirements, assist victims, and manage the advocate program. Command-appointed SAPR points of
contact and SAPR advocates, approved by the command, who are at least 21 years of age and want to assist victims of sexual assault, should attend.
PARENTING IN A MILITARY FAMILY July 18 - 19, 9 11:30 a.m. This workshop explores what it means to discipline children and the ways it can be accomplished most effectively. It includes strategies for encouraging children to behave appropriately, communicating in ways that really work, and increasing cooperation. Participants discuss attention-seeking behaviors and how parents can best respond to them.Additional topics include child development, temperament, expecting and giving respect, and the impact that a military lifestyle has on children.
VA DISABILITY BENEFITS REVIEW July 19, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. This workshop teaches participants how to review service medical records and identify medical conditions that may lead to a compensable disability rating with the Veterans Administration (VA); request vocational rehabilitation benefits and training; and complete their VA application for submission. Service members must be within 75 days to six months of separation to attend. Participants should bring their medical records, copies of their medical records and if applicable, copies of their marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates, family members’ social security numbers, and divorce decree or death certificate.
EFFECTIVE RESUME WRITING July 19, 9 a.m. to noon
Southside: Now $75 After July 22nd $85
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Under 4 (Coed) • Under 6 (Boys/Girls) • Under 8 (Boys/Girls) • Under 10 (Boys/Girls) The Virginia Rush offers playing experiences for U4-U10 players in the greater Hampton Roads Community. Players are placed on neighborhood teams within the area they live. Fall registration has begun and will run through August. The season will begin September 15th and end November 10th. We do accept late registrations on a space available basis.
These days, only a top-notch resume will get you an interview. Learn how to market your skills, knowledge, accomplishments and experience with an impressive resume. This workshop includes tips on translating military terminology.
CFS FORUM July 20, 8:30 -10 a.m. This interactive program provides continuing education for the trained command financial specialist who wants to stay current on military personal finance and consumer issues. Also an excellent forum for networking with other command financial specialists.
Fleet and Family Support Center Oceana is located 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.
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BEACH ENTERTAINMENT
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Enjoy musical entertainment on the 7th Street Stage at the Virginia Beach oceanfront throughout the summer. July schedule •July 17, 6 - 10 p.m. — Pridemore •July 20, 7 - 11 p.m. — Island Boy •July 27, 7 - 11 p.m. — Rockstar Parking •July 28, 7 - 11 p.m. — Bigger Dream •July 29, 5 - 9 p.m. — The Janitors •July 31, 6 - 10 p.m. — HM Johnson Band For a complete schedule of bands and other entertainment at the Virginia Beach oceanfront, visit www.beachReport to the Virginia Beach oceanfront at 27th Street streetusa.com. promptly. Just look for the giant inflatable snowman looming over the beach! This will be the only time all summer it will actually snow on the beach. Get your family or friends together to compete in a special “Christmas-y” competition. You will be given a ChristThe sizzling sounds of Tumbao Salsero Orchestra at mas shopping list. You must locate all the items in stores Mount Trashmore in Virginia Beach will keep you moving and determine how much they cost. The tricky part is that all night long with Latin rhythms that include Salsa, Merenyou must stay within your budget.This challenge will test gue, Jazz and Bomba.The 11-member band has entertained your holiday spirit.Winning teams receive trophies. Everythousands of fans at concerts throughout Virginia,including one who plays gets a “Christmas in July” medal.Then, settle Latin Fest and Norfolk Harborfest. in the sand on your blanket or beach chairs to watch the Free admission and free on-site parking. Food will be funny and festive film,“How the Grinch Stole Christmas” at available for purchase. More information at www.VBgov. 8:30 p.m. com/Parks, call 385-0400 or email fun@VBgov.com. Events are free. For more information, visit www.beachstreetusa.com.
FAMILY GREAT ADVENTURE SERIES July 12, 6 - 10 p.m.
LATIN FIESTA July 20, 7 -10 p.m.
GEM AND MINERAL SHOW July 13 -15 Treasures of the Earth Gem & Jewelry Show will take place at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Jewelry of all sorts will be featured, including 14K, sterling silver, fashion, handcrafted, estate finds and much more. Stone carvings, minerals,crystals and fossils will be featured.Appraisers will be onsite, along with jewelers and wire wrappers for repairs, designing and remounting. The hours Friday, noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $4 for adults, free for students 16 and younger. Visit www.treasuresoftheearth.net for $1 discount coupon.
DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT Aug. 11, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 5th Annual Wheeler Dodgeball Benefit Tournament will support the community organizations Samaritan House and Access Aquarium. All teams are free to dress in any costumes that fit their own personal team name and theme. Individuals interested in playing but without a full team, can be grouped with other singles to form a full team. E-mail info@wheelerdodgeball.com with the request. Regular team registration is $350. Teams that register by July 31 are guaranteed souvenir T-shirts. Teams will still be accepted after that date until registration slots are full; however T-shirts (and special sizes) are not guaranteed for late registrants. The tournament takes place at the Virginia Beach Field House.To register a team or for more information, visit the website at www.wheelerdodgeball.com.
HANGAR TALK, FLIGHT DEMO July 21, 11 a.m.
Join the Military Aviation Museum to hear about the aviation experiences of retired U.S. Air Force Lt. General George G. Loving Jr. and see a flight demonstration of one of the museum’s own aircraft immediately following the presentation. During World War II, Loving flew the Mustang and Spitfire with the 31st Fighter Group. He flew 151 combat missions over Italy, Southern France, Germany, Czechoslovakia and other occupied countries of Eastern Europe. He also flew during the Korean War, and went on to serve as commander of U.S. Forces Japan and the 5th Air Force.The hangar talk and demonstration are free with paid museum admission. The Military Aviation Museum is located at 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. Call 721–7767 or visit www. militaryaviationmuseum.org for more information.
HOTCAKES HEATS UP SUMMER STREET FEST July 14, 6 -11 p.m. KAYAKING AT STUMPY LAKE Saturday Summer Street Fest brings family fun to the streets of downtown Hampton,with musical entertainment provided by Hotcakes. Hotcakes’ specialty is the latest top 40 hits, as well as Motown, beach, oldies and a touch of country, and they are equipped with state-of-theart sound equipment and an impressive light show. Children can enjoy the inflatable ride, face painting and other special activities from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. for $4 a ticket. Events take place at Queensway in downtown Hampton. Admission is free. For more information, contact 727-0900 or visit www.vasc.org.
More information is available at www.VBgov.com/Parks, call 385-0400 or email fun@VBgov.com.
This summer,Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation is renting kayaks one Saturday each month at Stumpy Lake. Parks and recreation provides all of the gear to explore Stumpy Lake. Single and tandem kayaks are available to rent. Kayaks are available on the following Saturdays: July 14, Aug. 11 and Sept. 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $10 per hour/per boat. Pay on site; cash only. Children age 3 must be at least 25 pounds and those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Have your own kayak or canoe? You’ll love the new launch at Stumpy Lake.The canoe/kayak launch is located just after the causeway from Indian River Road,near the entrance to the Stumpy Lake Golf Course. Designed for nonmotorized vessels, the launch is also fully ADA compliant. Parking spaces are available for 12 cars and two trailers.
FRIDAY July 13 7 p.m. - Snow White & the Huntsmen (PG-13)
SATURDAY July 14 1 p.m. - Chernobyl Diaries (R) 4 p.m. - Friends with Kids (PG-13) 7 p.m. - The Dictator (R)
SUNDAY July 15 1 p.m. - What to Expect When You’re Expecting (PG-13) 4 p.m. - Battleship (PG-13) 7 p.m. - Men in Black III 3D (PG-13) * Patrons 17 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a paying adult to attend all `R’ rated movies. * Credit cards are now accepted as payment for admission and concessions.
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CHEVYDEALER.COM PRIORITY CHEVROLET CHESAPEAKE
COLONIAL CHEVROLET NORFOLK
RK CHEVROLET INC.
2012 SILVERADO ALL-STAR EDITION EPA EST. LT CREW CAB
36,540 $1,000 $29,598 $7,942 $
VIRGINIA BEACH
HALL CHEVROLET
21
CHESAPEAKE
CASEY CHEVROLET
MPG HWY.
MSRP
NEWPORT NEWS
TRADE-IN CASH ALLOWANCE2
HAMPTON CHEVROLET HAMPTON
TOTAL CONFIDENCE PRICE
HUTCHENS CHEVROLET
TOTAL VALUE
NEWPORT NEWS
Tax, title and license are extra. Not available with the Love It or Return It Guarantee, some special finance and lease programs, and some other offers. Applies only to 2012 models. Take delivery by 9/4/12. See dealer for details.
HOLIDAY CHEVROLET WILLIAMSBURG
PERFORMANCE CHEVROLET ELIZABETH CITY
OBX CHEVROLET KITTY HAWK
KEN HOUTZ CHEVROLET GLOUCESTER
DUKE CHEVROLET SUFFOLK
EDENTON MOTORS INC. EPA EST. EST
2012 TRAVERSE FWD LS
24
MPG HWY.
LOW-MILEAGE LEASE EXAMPLE FOR WELL QUALIFIED LESSEES
239 24 1,839 $
PER MONTH
MONTHS
$
DUE AT SIGNING3
No security deposit required. Tax, title, license and dealer fees extra. Mileage charge of $.20/mile over 24,000 miles.
EPA EST.
36 2012 CRUZE LS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
MPG HWY.
EDENTON
MIKE DUMAN CHEVROLET FRANKLIN
LOW-MILEAGE LEASE EXAMPLE FOR WELL QUALIFIED LESSEES
159 24 1,899 $
PER MONTH
MONTHS
$
DUE AT SIGNING4
No security deposit required. Tax, title, license and dealer fees extra. Mileage charge of $.20/mile over 24,000 miles.
1 Tax, title and license are extra. Not available with some special finance and lease programs, and some other offers. Applies only to 2012 models. Take delivery by 9/4/12. See dealer for details. 2 Must show proof of current ownership of a 1999 or newer vehicle. Must trade in vehicle. Not available with some other offers. See dealer for details. 3 Example based on survey. Each dealer sets its own price. Your payments may vary. Payments are for a 2012 Traverse LS with an MSRP of $30,485. 24 monthly payments total $5,724.72. Option to purchase at lease end for an amount to be determined at lease signing. ALLY must approve lease. Lessee pays for excess wear. Not available with other offers. Residency restrictions apply. Take delivery by 9/4/12. 4 Example based on survey. Each dealer sets its own price. Your payments may vary. Payments are for a 2012 Cruze LS with an MSRP of $18,590. 24 monthly payments total $3,811.20. Option to purchase at lease end for an amount to be determined at lease signing. ALLY must approve lease. Lessee pays for excess wear. Not available with other offers. Residency restrictions apply. Take delivery by 9/4/12.