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November is National Military Family Month BY DR. SHEILA S. MAGULA Interim superintendent of Virginia Beach City Public Schools November is National Military Family Month. That, coupled with Veterans Day, makes this the perfect time to celebrate the service of our military men and women and the sacrifices their families make for our community. In Virginia Beach, nearly 30 percent of students in our schools have a parent who is active duty military or who works on base. Given the high number of military-connected students, the school division is always developing resources and programs to support these children and their families. How are their needs different from those of any other family? In two words: deployments and relocations. Frequent changes in duty stations can result in a child attending multiple schools throughout his/her educational career.In some cases,he/she may attend multiple schools in just one school year.Although characteristically resilient and adaptive, the frequent moves often mean added academic, social and emotional stressors for children in military families.To help ease their transition,Virginia Beach City Public Schools offers a number of targeted academic resources and support activities for military-connected students, including: •Student 2 Student (S2S) peer support groups at all high schools and Junior S2S programs at all 14 middle schools; •Twenty full-time military family life counselors who provide services at 35 elementary, middle and high schools with high military concentrations. They offer non-medical counseling and support services for nearly 10,000 military-connected students; •A “Brats without Boarders” student support program developed by VBCPS staff members.The program has become a national model for student clubs/support groups to deal with unique issues such as parent deployments; •Academic resources, a STEM summer camp, robotics teams and social-emotional supports for students at six schools with the highest concentration of militaryconnected families (funded through a $2.5 million Military Connected and Academic Support Program grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity Partnership Program). The relationship between our school staffs, military personnel and military-connected families goes far beyond mere resources and programs.We have developed deep and lasting connections. For example, volunteers from all branches of the military donate their — See Military families Page 11
New pilots make first launches, traps on Theodore Roosevelt BY MCSN JOHN M. DREW USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT, At Sea (NNS) — Nathan Shuey banks left as he prepares for his first aircraft carrier landing. The familiar feel of G-forces drive him down into his seat as he rehearses his rhythmic breathing. He flexes his grip to remind himself that he is in control, then he corrects his heading as he hears the air traffic controller granting him permission to land. His aircraft rapidly approaches the carrier. The flaps go down. It’s a mile away. He pulls back slightly to slow the jet, never removing his eyes from the heads-up display. Seconds away from landing, Shuey eases off the throttle and drops altitude. He feels the thud of touchdown and slams the throttle forward.The “trap” tries to rip the aircraft from beneath him as it slows from 130 miles per hour to zero in just over a second. Shuey eases back the throttle and breathes. Success. Lt. j.g. Nathan Shuey was among the pilots of training wings (TW) 1 and 2, who completed takeoffs, landings and taxiing maneuvers on board USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Oct. 31, en route to their carrier qualifications. For the pilots of TW-1 and TW-2, it was an honor to make their first aircraft carrier landing on TR. “The first pass was absolutely terrifying,” said Shuey of TW-1.“It was a touch and go and your nerves are so high, you kind of forget what you’re doing.” Pilots practice carrier landing and taxiing on a simulator before flying out to a ship. The simulator is extremely lifelike, but it does not compare to the visceral experience of the real thing, said Shuey.
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A T-45C Goshawk, from TW-1, is launched from the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Oct. 30. TW-1 flew out of NAS Jacksonville, Fla., and conducted traps, touch-and-go landings and catapult launches to earn their carrier qualifications. “The landing signal officers always teach us to ‘fly the ball to touchdown,’ which means keep your eyes on the lens and be aware of everything else. So, when you approach the wires, don’t follow them with your eyes. Don’t look down or try to catch a certain wire. Keep your eye on the ball until you slam forward in the cockpit.You honestly fly until your jet stops moving. I just kept saying to myself, ‘fly the ball to touchdown, fly the ball to touchdown,” said Shuey. — See Pilot training Page 8
Partnership means faster airport screening for military From American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON — Defense Department and Transportation Security Administration officials, Nov. 13, announced a partnership to expand “TSA Precheck” expedited screening benefits to all U.S. Armed Forces service members, including those serving in the Coast Guard, Reserves and National Guard, during their official or leisure travel. As a result of the agreement, these individuals will be able to enjoy the benefits of the program at the 100 participating airports across the country beginning Dec. 20, officials said. Currently, members of the armed forces can use TSA Precheck lanes at 10 domestic airports by presenting their common access cards. The partnership expands the program to all 100 airports offering TSA Precheck, allowing service members to keep their footwear and light outerwear on and their laptop in its case, as well as to have their 3-1-1 compliant liquids and gels bag in a carry-on bag in select screening lanes. The new process being established under this agree-
ment allows all active duty, Coast Guard, Reserve and National Guard service members to use their DOD identification number when making reservations. That ID number will be used as their Known Traveler Number.When arriving at the airport, service members will then be permitted access toTSA Precheck lanes for official or leisure travel on participating airlines. TSA also noted that wounded service members can get expedited screening without having to remove footwear, light outerwear, jackets or headwear.To take advantage of that program, wounded warriors or their care coordinators can contact “TSA Cares” toll free at 1-855-787-2227. Call 1-855-787-2227 with details of the itinerary once flight arrangements are made with the airline. TSA will always incorporate random and unpredictable security measures throughout the airport, officials said, so no one is guaranteed expedited screening. Travelers can check the TSA Precheck Participating Airports Web page at http://www.tsa.gov/tsa-precheck/tsa-precheck-participating-airports for information on locations and hours of active TSA Precheck lanes.
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Yearly Awards Senior Sea Sailor of the Year AM1(AW/SW) Juan Fernandez
Senior Sailor of the Year AT1 (AW/SW) Nidia Martinez Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class (AW/SW) Nidia Martinez is the Senior Sailor of the Year for Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana. While assigned as production control supervisor, Martinez led 767 personnel, who performed 35,029 F/A-18 avionics and support equipment repairs, which contributed to FRCMA Oceana’s 80 percent repair rate.She was selected to establish the AdvancedTargeting Forward Looking Infrared (ATFLIR) POD project, integrating intermediate level maintenance technicians, two Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic personnel and 19 F/A-18 squadrons. Her efforts were key during the repair of 224 F/A-18 WRA/SRA components, achieving 100 percent full deployment readiness for several carrier air wings. Martinez’ mentorship has contributed to the command’s 61 percent retention rate and 21 percent advancement. She is also an active member of the command training team, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response advocate and a command financial specialist. Martinez also coordinates the efforts of 45 Sailors volunteering at Windsor Oaks Elementary School, serves as a team manager for CUSC U-17 Sporting Blue Soccer Team, where she helped raise money for Special Olympics. She also volunteered with Samaritan House.
Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class (AW/SW) Juan Fernandez is the Senior Sea Sailor of the Year for Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana. While assigned as airframes branch division leading petty officer, Fernandez consistently displayed management and administrative acumen while overseeing the production efforts of 77 Sailors and four depot-level artisans. He molded six work centers into a productive and cohesive team, accomplishing 410 maintenance actions while sustaining a 96.9 percent ready-for-issue rate. Additionally, he volunteered to be the 500 Division Command Combined Federal Campaign representative for FY13.As a command financial specialist, he conducted five financial counseling, resulting in zero letters of indebtedness.
— Information compiled by ADC Qunita Triplett/ Photos by AD3 Phurtura Brazier, Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana Public Affairs
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Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd C Class Adan Felipe is the Sailor of the Year for Fleet Readiness o Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana. C Assigned as production ccontrol supervisor, Felipe is rresponsible for the inventory ttracking, issue and receipt of Aircraft Armament Equipo ment (AAE). Utilizing the All m Weapons Information System W ((AWIS) and the Guns Inventtory Tracking and Reporting system (GITR), he provides a real time location for more than 7,000 pieces of AAE and 79 M61A1/A2 Aircraft Guns Systems, accurately accounting for 100 percent of all assets. His attention to detail has reduced the number of items identified for surveys by 95 percent. Additionally, he effectively prioritizes the daily work load for four production work centers resulting in the repair and issue of 1,500 pieces of AAE to carrier air wings 3 and 8 in support of maritime watch.
Aviation Electronics Techniccian 3rd Class Shianne Merccado is the Shore Junior Sailor of the Year for Fleet Readiness o Center Mid-Atlantic Oceana. C While assigned as APG65/73 F/A-18 radar technician, 6 Mercado has repaired 111 RAM DAR components contributD iing to a 40 percent reduction iin the work center’s back log aand ultimately supporting the Oceana flightline and the fleet. She is also an active member of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD), an MWR representative and an FRCMA public affairs photography assistant. Earlier this year, Mercado returned to her hometown in Colorado to assist with the Care and Share Food Bank to help families affected by the Black Forest fires of 2013. She used her leave days and performed Hometown Recruiting Area Program (HARP) duty while there.
Aviation Electronics Techniccian Airman Kristin R. Garney iis the Blue Jacket of the Year ffor Fleet Readiness Center M Mid-Atlantic Oceana. As an Oceana Consolidated A Automated Support System ((CASS) technician, she comp pleted 155 maintenance acttions contributing to the work ccenters 92 percent repair rate. While deployed on board USS W Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) she was responsible for the repair of 70 Weapon Replaceable Assemblies, 17 of which were EXREP Night Attack Heads Up Displays (NHUD). She completed the Basic Damage Control Qualification (301-306), 3M 301 Maintenance Person Qualification and work center 65B/C on-the-job training. She also volunteered as an MWR representative for the command and to participate in the annual NASCAR event in Richmond, contributing 26 hours and raising $3,400 towards the command MWR program.
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Center For Personal and Professional Development chief petty officers pose for a group photo after volunteering with the FACT organization. CPOs assisted promoting autism awareness with an event along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk Nov. 10.
CPPD chiefs promote autism awareness BY MCC (EXW/DV/SW/AW) JAYME PASTORIC Center for Personal and Professional Development Public Affairs Five chief petty officers from the Center for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD) volunteered to assist Southeastern Cooperative Educational Programs in promoting autism awareness along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk Nov. 10. The Sailors, along with other volunteers from Families of Autistic Children of Tidewater (FACT), organized a scavenger hunt and other events for autism awareness at the Virginia Beach oceanfront. According to the website, the mission of FACT is to “improve the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families in the greater Tidewater Virginia area. FACT promotes the creation of social, recreation-
al, and vocational programs designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with autism.” Master Chief Gas Turbine System Technician Dave Rush, CPPD fleet liaison officer, assisted with setting up,breaking down,escorting and passing out puzzle pieces for the scavenger hunt. “This cause is personal for me — my oldest son and one of my nephews have Asperger’s, which is on the autism spectrum,” said Rush. “My goal here today is to raise awareness and money for autism which will be used to supplement a summer camp for the children called Camp ‘Gonnawannagoagain.’” According to “Autism Speaks,” an estimated one out of 54 boys and one in 252 girls have been diagnosed with autism in the United States. Autism Spectrum Disorder affects more
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Adam D’Amico (2nd r) was recognized for being the first to complete the Advanced Leadership Program through the Spillett Leadership University. Presenting the plaque was Lucky Harris, Boys & Girls Clubs of America senior director of organizational development and military & outreach services (r), and with them is Vinny Spagnuolo, Oceana MWR deputy director, and Cathy Mead, Oceana Child & Youth Programs director. D’Amico, a CYP assistant, was presented recognized for his accomplishment Nov. 14 at the Oceana Youth Center. Oceana CYP is affiliated with the Boys & Girls Clubs.
NMCP holding remembrance service The Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Perinatal Bereavement Team cordially invites you, your family and friends to a Candle Lighting Remembrance Service,Dec. 6 at 2 p.m., in the main hospital chapel, building 3, second floor. The service will include the sharing of music, words or encouragement, prayers of hope and a moment of remembrance as candles are lit in honor of the babies who have lived and
died, yet touched our hearts so tenderly. If you would like to further honor your baby by placing his or her name in the program, RSVP by contacting Sharon Evans at sharon.evans2@med.navy.mil or 953-4178. Attendees must have base access or be sponsored by someone with base access.
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CPPD: Chiefs assist with community event at Va. beach oceanfront — Continued from previous page “Autism is on the rise, affecting one in 33 children and many that are highly functional go undiagnosed,” said Bartels. “Children are our future, and we need to find better ways to treat and include those with autism and guide them in becoming functional adults.” CPPD Command Master Chief Dave Colton found the event rewarding for all members who came out to spend time with the children. “I love to see Sailors interacting with community leaders for the benefit of chil-
dren,” said Colton.“Taking the time and effort to see a child smile is priceless and reinforces the benefits of volunteering.” FACT and the hard work of this year’s event volunteers paid off in raising awareness and funding. “Last year’s event raised approximately $9,000, and this year they raised slightly over $17,000,” said Rush. “There are so many organizations that help those who are less fortunate that than we are. I feel if we can all do something, even just to volunteer your time, we are working together to make our community a little better and brighten someone’s day.”
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Oceana BHC holds decontamination drill
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Hospital Corpsman (HM) 3rd Class (FMF) Alexander Collins and HM3 Grant Reeder examine HM2 (FMF) Colton Rychorcewicz from the Oceana Branch Health Clinic (BHC) during a decontamination training exercise, hosted by Decontamination Education and Consulting On Nuclear/ Biological/Chemical (DECON) LLC Nov. 14. The training courses provide the tools and skills necessary to maintain an effective level of decontamination operational ability in the event of a chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear incident. PHOTOS, ABOVE LEFT: HM2 (FMF) Colton Rychorcewicz from Oceana BHC, drops his shoes into a bin for decontamination during the exercise. RIGHT: HN Eric Kuffel and HN Joshua Gardner simulate resuscitating a victim by using a mannequin.
Oceana’s hospital corpsman practice their treatment skills on a mannequin during the Nov. 14 exercise.
HM3 (FMF) Lawrence Johnson and HN Brandon Lucas, both from Oceana BHC, assist each other with putting on their upgraded Disposable Toxicological Agent Protective Suits during the annual timed exercise. Nineteen BHC personnel participated in the drill, which began with the first four Sailors being given 15 minutes to set up their equipment and be completely dressed in their gear.
Pilot training: New aviators hone skills on Roosevelt — Continued from page 3 Being a pilot was always a dream, but Shuey never thought to actively pursue it until his senior year in college. “I went to Naval Air Station Oceana for an event with Penn State [Reserve Officers’ Training Corps],” he said. “There was a squadron of F/A-18s there, and I got to ride in one. I knew from that point on that if I could make [flying] an occupation, I wanted to do it. That’s when I got really motivated to work towards it.” The path to becoming a naval aviator is long and challenging. “I actually trained with the Air Force for half a year and that was pretty challenging because I moved to a place
that I never expected to be,” said Shuey. “I was in Oklahoma for that at Vance Air Force Base and that was pretty rigorous training. I chose to go there and was hoping it would set me up to fly jets, and it actually worked out, but was really difficult.” Pilots complete an aerobatics course designed to boost confidence and familiarize pilots with the aircraft’s limitations after more than a year of training. “I’m sure every pilot can appreciate their first aerobatic solo or aerobatic flight,” said Lt. j.g. Daniel Knight, a helicopter pilot assigned to the Dragonslayers of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (HS) 11. “You are basically given the controls with a training pilot and are told to do flips and barrel rolls.Then you are told to go up and do it
again alone. It’s meant to build your confidence as a pilot. It’s terrifying but also a lot of fun.” Aviators receive their gold wings at the conclusion of their nearly two year training pipeline. “It was a lot of relief knowing that I made it through the program, and a good amount of pride knowing what I had accomplished,” said Knight.“Also knowing my family was there and that they had been looking forward to it for so long. It was a great sense of accomplishment, much more so than obtaining my bachelor’s degree. It wasn’t something someone told me to do, it was something I sought out and that made it much more rewarding.” As he steps out of the cockpit, Shuey is reminded of the countless hours in a simulator, days of actual flight, weeks away from home and years of education and training that led him to this point. He fills with pride at the thought that soon he will join the ranks of elite naval aviators.
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Relief efforts: Operation Damayan providing needed supplies to Philippines — Continued from page 1 one of the United States’ core principles“is when friends are in trouble,America helps.” “The Americans have brought food and water to us,” said Sheen Gonzales, mayor of Guiuan. “But more importantly, they have brought us transportation to and from the island. We were isolated for many days and without the American’s help, my people would not be eating their regular meals three times a day.” As boxes of supplies were off-loaded from trucks and organized into neat stacks for distribution, weary villagers ate their provided rations or discussed what their next big move may be; where they will live, who they will see and when they will rebuild. “I was a college student studying to become an English teacher before the storm,” said Maria Badango, a Guiuan resident.“I thank God my family and I survived the storm, but my dreams have been crushed for now. I must now move to Manila and find my sister so I can help my relatives.” Further away from the airfield,away from the crowds,chatter and the rumblings of jets are makeshift shelters; the villagers of which have tried to rebuild what they once had and regain a sense of normalcy. These villagers,who have not wandered to the airbase,live among rubble, glass, and ruined brick and mortar. Villagers were cooking their rations of rice and meat as if nothing had ever happened.These villagers are tough;they treat each other as family and lean on one another during these hard times. “The Filipino people are resilient, everyone is family and takes care of each other,” said Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Rumero Padilla, from Manila, a relief effort volunteer from the “Dambusters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195. “Our ties with the Americans go back to World War II, when this air field was used by the American military,” said Gonzales. “We appreciate all the support and gratitude we have been given by the American people and George Washington.” — Additional information obtained from news releases from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit; Joint Task Force 505 and Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet public affairs units.
In the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan, a Guiuan woman stands outside of her makeshift shack in Eastern Samar Province Nov. 15. Photo by MCSN Liam Kennedy
Sailors from USS George Washington (CVN 73) work alongside Marines and Filipino civilians to help unload supplies from an HC-130 Hercules from Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 in support of Operation Damayan, Nov. 16, at Guiuan, Eastern Samar Province, Republic of the Philippines. Photo by MC3 Paolo Bayas
Philippine citizens gather around a MH60S Seahawk from the “Golden Falcons” of HSC-12 as it delivers relief supplies in support of Operation Damayan Nov. 17 Photo by MC3 Peter Burghart
U.S. assets on station •Joint Task Force 505 officially activated Nov. 18 to conduct humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. •USNS Emory S. Land (AS 39), USS Antietam (CG 54) USS Cowpens (CG 63) and USS Lassen (DDG 82) with four helicopters are working in Leyte Gulf to distribute supplies from Tacloban to remote areas. •USS George Washington (CVN 73) with embarked Carrier Air Wing 5, are delivering water, medical supplies and hygienic supplies to Guiuan/Samar, Ormoc, Borongan and Leyte Gulf. •USNS Bowditch (T-AGS 21) is conducting survey operations in Leyte Gulf and San Pedro Bay to ensure there are no underwater obstacles and hazards to navigation. Next, we may have her survey the ports on east coast of Samar. •USS Mustin (DDG 89) and USNS Drew (T-AKE 10) are in Ormoc Bay with two helicopters and are moving supplies delivered by C-130s from distribution centers to remote areas where the supplies are needed. •USNSWalter S.Diehl is inbound,with one HA/DR kit. •USNS Byrd (T-AKE 4) is in vicinity of Samar. It has two Puma helicopters on board capable of lift support.
•U.S. Navy Patrol Squadrons 26 and 62, flying the P-3 aircraft which are home-based in Jacksonville, Fla., and currently based at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan, are surveying the affected area to assist armed forces of the Philippines and U.S. planners with their response. •14 VM-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 are delivering food and water to the most isolated areas affected by the typhoon. More U.S. assets headed to the Philippines to join U.S. and Philippine forces include approximately 900 Marines and Sailors of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, part of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, aboard USS Germantown (LSD 42) and USS Ashland (LSD 48).The 31st MEU is comprised of four elements: the Command Element; Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines; Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (already delivering aid); and the Marines’ Combat Logistics Battalion-31. The hospital ship USNS Mercy was ordered on Nov. 14 to activate for possible deployment to the Philippines. Information obtained from news releases from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit;Joint Task Force 505 and Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet public affairs units.
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The holiday season is upon us, and if you find yourself still paying for last year’s presents and festivities, the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) has some tips to help avoid taking on more debt in order to spread cheer this year. The first step to planning for the holiday season, and everyday living for that matter, is to have a spending plan. The FFSC offers classes on “Developing Your Spending Plan” and “How to Survive the Holidays Financially” at their offices throughout Hampton Roads. Sit down and review your LES and pay statements, then list and analyze all of your expenses for each month. If you need a budget worksheet, ask FFSC or your command financial specialist (CFS) for a copy. An FFSC financial Educator or your CFS can sit down with you and your spouse to assist in developing your personal plan. Another very helpful tool is “The Cost of Our Happy Holidays” worksheet, available by visiting the Oceana FFSC office in building 531 or call 433-2912 to receive a PDF via e-mail. This sheet acts as a guide to assist with planning and tracking holiday spending by listing all of your loved ones who you plan to gift. This sheet also allows you to set a limit on your spending for each person on your list,and it provides tracking of expenses from decorations, wrapping paper and a Christmas tree, to holiday cards, travel, and postage expenses. Just as Santa creates a list, you too should make a list and stick to it; no unnecessary or unplanned extras should be bought on impulse. Everywhere you shop,you should always
ask if a military discount is offered. Many retailers will not offer these discounts unless you ask, and you may be surprised to find small businesses or those away from military installations may offer a discount just because you asked. Take advantage of price matching. The NEX offers Holiday Layaway through Dec. 15 and price matching, including select internet sites: Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Sears, Toys R Us, Babies R Us and Amazon (excluding marketplace).There is a 14 Day Price Guarantee: Simply bring in a current, local competitor’s ad for an identical item (same brand, size, manufacturer, and model number) and they will match the price! The major advantage is that you will not have to pay tax, so even a small price match is worth it because you will benefit from the sales tax savings. Research items before you buy them. One way to do this is to scan a barcode with your smartphone to price shop by instantly comparing the price to other retailers. Check your phone’s app store for a QR/barcode reader app. The final word of advice is to begin planning for next year’s holiday season right away. This can be accomplished by analyzing your expenses after this holiday season, and beginning a holiday savings account. Take your total holiday expenditures, divide the amount by 12 and put that amount away each month. When the next holiday shopping season arrives, you will have the money needed to take care of all your holiday expenses while avoiding new debt. — Information for NEX Price matching from the Oct. 30 through Nov. 12, 2013 mailer. For additional information, ask NEX sales associates for details.
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Volunteers needed Volunteers are needed for the Million Bulb Walk at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens from Nov. 22 - 27. This is a good opportunity for families, students, and groups to volunteer together. Give directions, greet people and direct guests to the tram. This can be a one-shift assignment, especially for a group or family. Shifts are from 5 - 7:15 p.m. or 7 - 9 p.m. You will be standing for the shift and working outdoors. Minimum age 16; ages 10-15 welcome if accompanied by a parent. To sign up, call Amanda Wells at 441-5830 ext. 327 or email volunteer@nbgs.org.Add in subject line: I-want-tohelp-in-the-Million-Bulb-Walk.
Military families: Va. Beach schools offer specialized programs, resources — Continued from page 3 time and talent in classrooms, with robotics teams, packing bags of food for needy families and in so many other ways. In fact, our partnership is so extensive the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) awarded Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) and the local military commands the 2013 Pete Taylor Partnership of Excellence — in essence naming our partnership the best in country. In awarding the honor, MCEC noted the work of school division staff and the military’s school liaison officers to help ease the transitions of military connected students into and out of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. We are proud of this partnership and are always eager to celebrate our collective work and the successes of our military students and their families. In April, the division along with local military commands and Lynnhaven Mall sponsored the first VBCPS Art of Being a Military Child art contest. Children submitted art work that reflected the challenges and opportunities associated with being a military child. In addition to being put on display at the mall, many of the submissions were also selected by the Military Child Education Coalition for use in the group’s national publications and on its website. Let’s use National Military Family Month as another opportunity to celebrate our military families.Share a picture of your military family on the school division’s Facebook page. In the caption, tell us what makes your military family unique and special. We’ll keep the photos posted for the month of November. On behalf of the school division, I’d like to offer my sincere thanks to all of the veterans and military families in our community.We are fortunate to call your children our children. — Dr. Sheila S. Magula was appointed interim superintendent of Virginia Beach City Public Schools in August 2013. Magula has been with the school division for 41 years.The column originally appeared in the Virginia Beach City Public Schools’“Parent Connection.”
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SUPPORT GROUP Nov. 22, 10 a.m. to noon Join other foreign-born military spouses, network, discuss the American way of life, develop friendships, receive newsletters and learn more about the resources to make your new life experience positive.
TRANSITION GPS Weekly, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Transition GPS (Goals, Plan, Succeed) is a ďŹ ve-day workshop for separating military and pre-retirees. It covers military to civilian crosswalk, ďŹ nancial planning, job search and career validation, federal hiring, resumes, programs, VA beneďŹ ts and other topics that facilitate a smooth transition from the military. If space is available, spouses may accompany the transitioning member. All classes are held Monday through Friday,with registration Monday at 6:30 a.m. Classes are held in building C-9 at Naval Station Norfolk. See your command career counselor for a quota and workshop requirements.
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.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR » » »» » »»»»»»» MAYFLOWER MARATHON FOOD DRIVE Nov. 22, 5:30 a.m. until 3 p.m., Nov. 24 The 17th annual FM99 and 106.9 Fox Mayflower Marathon Food and Fund Drive is a 57-hour-long event. Volunteers will be collecting food and funds for holiday meals to benefit two regional food banks, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore and the Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula. Food and funds collected at Pembroke Mall in the Target parking lot off of Constitution Drive in Virginia Beach will benefit the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia. The second location, Peninsula Town Center at Coliseum Central in Hampton, will be collecting on behalf of the peninsula food bank. Non-perishable food items, turkeys and cash will be accepted. For more information or to donate online, visit www.foodbankonline.org.
ing bands, floats, helium balloons and more.The parade will take place 9 - 11 a.m. and there will be musical performances by youth bands from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Santa will visit from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and also from 4 - 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.peninsulatowncenter.com.
mission with a canned food donation for the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia.Admission is free with a blood donation to the Red Cross.The market closes at 6 p.m. Nov. 29 - 30 and 5 p.m. on Dec. 1. For more information, e-mail info@emgshows.com or visit www.emgshows.com.
LIGHT UP THE TOWN Nov. 23, 6 - 9 p.m.
ARTFUL GIVING Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It’s the annual holiday lighting parade and event at the Town Center of Virginia Beach.The parade kicks off at 6 p.m.with the illumination at 7 p.m.,followed by a laser light show. Visit Santa, count down the lighting of Town Center, visit balloon artists, enjoy carolers and more. Town Center of Virginia Beach merchants will hold open houses with special holiday deals. For more information, visit www.vabeachtowncenter.com/events.
Shop local on Black Friday and scoop up unique gifts in the process. All items are 10 percent off for this launch party, which means 20 percent off for members.Artful Giving is open in the Ranhorne Gallery, within the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, located at 101 Museum Drive in Newport News, through Jan. 12. For more information, visit www.pfac-va.org.
VIRGINIA BEACH CHRISTMAS MARKET Nov. 29 - Dec. 1, 10 a.m. The Virginia Beach Christmas Market features more than 250 fine artisans and crafters from more than 25 states. Featured artisans will offer fine arts, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, wood, toys, photography, fiber arts, thousands of Christmas collectibles and much more. Admission is $7 for adults, $2 for children 6-12 years old, children 6 and under are free. One admission covers all three days. Receive 50 cents off ad-
HOLIDAY PARADE AND CELEBRATION Nov. 23, 9 a.m. The Coliseum Central Holiday Parade will be presented by Peninsula Town Center.The parade will include march-
HOLIDAY PARADE AT THE BEACH Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m. The 2013 TowneBank holiday parade will travel North on Atlantic Avenue from 15th to 25th Street at Virginia Beach Oceanfront. More than 70 parade units will make their way down Atlantic Avenue in a celebration of the holiday season. Giant balloons, marching bands, lighted floats, equestrian units, fire trucks, performing dance groups, motorcycles and more join forces to present a night of fun for all ages. This year’s parade will also be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the City of Virginia Beach. For more information, visit www.BeachStreetUSA.com.
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SPORTS & FITNESS » » »» » »»»»»»» YOUTH BASKETBALL AND CHEERLEADING Through November Registration continues for NAS Oceana and Midway Manor’s youth basketball and cheerleading for ages 5 to 15.Volunteer coaches are also needed. For more information, call 433-3976 or 444-1007.
RUNWAY 5K Nov. 23, 7:30 - 11 a.m. A 5K race will benefit the Untamed Spirit Therapeutic and Educational Program, serving special needs children and adults at the Military Aviation Museum. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., 5K race begins at 9 a.m., and the halfmile race begins at 10 a.m.. Entrant fee for the 5K is $30
through race day and $10 for the half-mile race. The Military Aviation Museum is located at 1341 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. For more information, visit www. militaryaviationmuseum.org/Runway5k.
JINGLE BELL 1.5 MILE FUN RUN Dec. 6, 11:30 a.m. The Jingle Bell Fun Run will begin at Oceana’s Flightline Fitness Center. This run will not be a timed event. Awards will be given to first, second and third place male and female runners. Awards will also be given for best Christmas sweater, crazy ski hat and best holiday getup. For more information, call 433-3928 or 433-2695.
SOUTHERN SURF-N-SANTA 10 MILER, FROSTY’S 5K AND RUDOLPH’S 1K Dec. 7, 8 a.m. Ring in the holiday season with a fun, festive race at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Enjoy a flat, fast course where runners will start and finish at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. For more information and entrance fees, visit www.surfnsanta10miler.com.
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Team RSO, (from left) ABF2 (AW) Matthew Fuchs, ABF2 (SW) Joshua Collins, ABF2 (SW) Brenden Rife and ABF2 William Perez drag a tire across the field during the annual Boot Camp Battle competition at NAS Oceana. The competition consisted of six different challenges for each of the 12 teams of four to participate in. In the end, Team RSO came in first place and can display the Boot Camp Battle trophy at their command until next year’s competition. Photos by MC2 (SW) Alysia Hernandez
Team Tough Cookies (l) and Team Ripped Gods compete in the gladiator pushups portion of the Boot Camp Battle at NAS Oceana. The competition was sponsored by MWR Fitness.
November 21, 2013 • JET OBSERVER 15
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