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Dodgeball medalist Page 7 NAVAL AIR STATION PATUXENT RIVER, MARYLAND Celebrating 70 years of community partnership
VOLUME 70, NUMBER 42
November 14, 2013
NAS commemorates USS Tulip By Connie Hempel Naval Air Station Patuxent River
Many from Naval Air Station Patuxent River started their Veterans Day weekend honoring the Sailors who perished aboard USS Tulip 149 years ago when it exploded along the shores of St. Inigoes Creek near Webster Outlying Field. Joining the group from Pax were four generations of USS Tulip’s pilot, James R. Jackson. “It gives us a feeling of pride,” said the pilot’s great grandson, John Jackson. “Not just because the Navy felt it deserving, but also at each of the ceremonies so far, the enthusiasm of the naval personnel present was impressive. I have always been proud of our military and meeting them and having the conversations that we do just reinforces that pride.”
This was the seventh annual event hosted by the air station and each year, Jackson, his daughter, brother and other family members travel more than two hours from Virginia and around Maryland to witness the event. A few locals were also in attendance. Jackson said that as more generations of family come, he hopes they learn to appreciate the life that they live and how much their ancestor’s actions affected the path their lives have taken. “The term ‘all gave some, some gave all’ is relevant to each individual,” he said. “Hopefully this will grow to the point that the knowledge by family members won’t die out.” The USS Tulip monument rests on a half-acre off St. Inigoes Creek, near Villa Road, where eight of the ship’s Sailors washed ashore after the Nov. 11, 1864, tragedy. While
burned beyond recognition, they are the only bodies of the 46 lives lost that were ever recovered. “Those Sailors, just like the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, are only known to God, but they will ever be known as shipmates lying next to each other, part of the brave crew of the USS Tulip,” said Capt. Heidi Fleming, NAS Patuxent River executive officer. “We remember their sacrifice, upholding those tenets we hold dear in the U.S. Navy today: honor, courage, commitment.” USS Tulip, a Union gunboat, was one of many small ships assigned to the Potomac Flotilla during the Civil War. Its mission was to support Union communication, tow, transport and land Soldiers, and to maintain the Union blockade of
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NAVAIR employee shares wounded warrior experience
U.S. Navy photo by Connie Hempel
Sailors from Naval Air Station Patuxent River read the inscriptions of the eight unknown graves near the USS Tulip monument in St. Inigoes after a remembrance event Nov. 8.
Be prepared for winter’s bad weather
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kenneth G. Takada
An effective way to get any Naval Air Station Patuxent River delay notification is through AtHOC, a system enabling users to receive emergency messages directly on their home and cell phones, TTY/TTD phones, pagers, faxes and personal or work emails. Register online at www.ReadyNavy.mil.
Where to obtain base delay info By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer
U.S. Navy photo by Kelly Schindler
Yegor Bondarenko, far right, a T-45 program analyst assigned to the Naval Undergraduate Flight Training Systems Program Office (PMA-273) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, shares his story during the Wounded Warrior Experience event Nov. 7 at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. Bondarenko, a Ukraine native, lost his arm and sustained other injuries in an improvised explosive device incident in 2006 while supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom as an infantry squad leader. The Purple Heart recipient has been employed by Naval Air Systems Command since 2012. See Bondarenko’s story and the rest of the Wounded Warrior Experience program on The Pentagon Channel Nov. 16 at 1 a.m., 7 a.m. and 8 p.m., and Nov. 17 at 4 a.m., 1 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Don’t let the bright sunshine and blue skies of autumn fool you; winter, and the bad weather that accompanies it, is right around the corner. Be prepared by knowing how to obtain the information you’ll need on delays and alternative work scheduling at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. The NAS Commanding Officer determines what course of action is taken in any emergency condition that results in changes to the installation’s normal operation and disseminates that decision via the appropriate chain of command. Tenant leadership then ensures
employee compliance within his or her own organization. “An emergency condition is any situation that reduces or prohibits base operations at Pax River, such as severe weather,” explained the air station’s Emergency Manager Jerome Ray, “but it can also include power or utility failure, environmental incident or a threat to complex security.” In the event of an emergency situation during non-working hours, information is relayed as soon as possible to various sources for dissemination. “If there’s a mission essential or critical personnel only situation, others will still be able to access the installation,” Ray said, “so it is the responsibility of each individual to know how they are directly affected by any action taken, for their own personal safety.”
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Job shadowing sheds light on new knowledge, points of view By Emily Funderburk Naval Air Systems Command Total Force Communications At first, Mike Hackert wasn’t quite sure what job shadowing meant. He knew it was a requirement to complete the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Leadership Development Program (NLDP), which he joined in 2009. He knew he would be traveling to Washington, D.C. But the rest was, as they say, “all in shadow.” Job shadowing, a key component of NLDP, helps employees experience “a day in the life” of a senior leader through on-the-job learning. Through shadowing, employees can receive advice on strategies to pursue a particular job or career path and make connections or get referrals for potential jobs, mentors or more job shadowing. Hackert, a NAVAIR electrical engineer at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, has shadowed three senior leaders since 2009, which he described as a combination of observational learning, mentoring and informational interviews. He most recently spent a day with a Senior Executive Service member in developing technology at the Office of Naval Research. There, he said he gained a unique perspective from the top about “doing the right thing” and balancing that against the realities of politics. In all three of his shadowing assignments, Hackert said he learned how to translate his technical abilities into leadership and decision-making skills. “I want to thank the program for breaking me out of my comfort zone to do shadowing,” he said. “I found it incredibly refreshing and beneficial.” While a requirement for NLDP participants, NAVAIR’s Career Development Office also encourages all other employees to experience job shadowing. “Job shadowing is important because it helps both parties to learn and exchange ideas,” said Kim Tennyson, NA-
Preparing for job shadowing
Research your field of interest and decide who would be a good fit for your shadowing assignment. Consider the same career field but a different position. Be ready to answer questions about yourself that relate to your experiences, skills, interests and goals. Think through several areas you’d like to know more about and, in advance, generate specific questions you may want to ask during your shadowing experience. Examples: How did you first enter this job/ career? How would you recommend someone break into this field? Bring a copy of your résumé — your résumé will help the person you are shadowing get to know you a little better, and you may have the opportunity to ask for his or her feedback. Source: NAVAIR job shadowing tips and etiquette guide.
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Mike Hackert, a Naval Air Systems Command Leadership Development Program participant at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, has enjoyed job shadowing three senior leaders since 2009. VAIR’s required training and Developmental Assignment Registry program manager. Hackert advises people interested in job shadowing to create an objective and agenda, clarify expectations up front and have fun. “Remember, shadowing can be a two-way learning experience, so be on your best behavior and have an elevator speech ready with your message,” he said. NAVAIR is in good company when it comes to job shadowing. According to the March 2002 issue of Training Maga-
zine, 66 percent of their “Top 100 Training Companies” use job shadowing for employee development. As the command’s flagship leadership program, NLDP is designed for high performing NAVAIR employees with demonstrated leadership potential, such as Hackert. In addition to job shadowing, the three- to five-year program includes mentoring, rotational assignments and classroom-based leadership training. “It wasn’t until I really got into it that I really realized the value proposition,” Hackert said. “It [NLDP] helped get my head out of the sand to gain a greater perspective on leadership and management.” Learn more about NLDP and the other training and developmental programs available to NAVAIR employees at www.navair.navy.mil/jobs/training.html. Program applications are accepted again in early 2014.
X-47B operates aboard Theodore Roosevelt From USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs
The X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System Demonstrator (UCAS-D) conducted flight operations aboard aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Nov. 10. The event, the most-recent in a series of carrier-based tests, demonstrated the integration of the latest in naval aviation technology with the most advanced and capable carrier. The weekend’s tests demonstrated the X-47B’s ability to integrate with the carrier environment. The aircraft performed precise touch and go maneuvers on the ship to generate data that characterizes the environment in close proximity of the carrier flight deck. In addition, the aircraft took part in flight deck handling drills, completed arrested landings and catapult launches. Mission operators monitored the aircraft’s autonomous flight from a portable command and control unit from Theodore Roosevelt’s flight deck during each of its 45-minute flights. “It is a tremendous opportunity for the ‘Big Stick’ to be a part of the development and testing of the future of Naval Aviation,” said Capt. Daniel Grieco, Theodore Roosevelt’s commanding officer. The UCAS is an impressive system that gives us all a glimpse into the support and strike capabilities we can expect to join the fleet in the years to come. The tactical and support possibilities for such platforms are endless, and I know the crew of TR are proud to be able to be a part of that development.” A major objective for the UCAS-D program is to demonstrate a digitized carrier controlled environment to allow for robust communications between the aircraft and all carrier personnel involved with launching, recovering and controlling the aircraft. A digitized carrier environment will ultimately increase flexibility and improve safety. In early July, an X-47 left Naval Air Station Patuxent River bound for history as the first tailless, unmanned autonomous aircraft to land on a modern aircraft carrier. After successfully completing arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), the UAS returned to Naval Air Station Patuxent River in August before deploying to USS Theodore Roosevelt. “This weekend’s resumption of carrier-based flights for the X-47 continues our efforts to mature critical unmanned
US Navy photo By Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Anthony N. Hilkowski
The experimental X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System Demonstrator (UCAS-D) conducts an arrested landing aboard aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Theodore Roosevelt is the third carrier to test the tailless, unmanned autonomous air craft’s ability to integrate with carrier environment. enabling technologies and reduce the technical risk for the follow-on Unmanned Carrier Launched Airborne Surveillance and Strike (UCLASS) system,” said Capt. Beau Duarte, the program manager for Unmanned Carrier Aviation. Current and future test events will continue to mature unmanned technologies and refine concept of operations to further inform unmanned carrier requirements. These program successes represent significant advancements in naval aviation technology and provide a glimpse into the future integration of manned and unmanned aircraft aboard the carrier fleet. “Today, we took another significant step toward integration of unmanned capabilities into our carrier airwings and
aircraft carrier environments,” said Rear Adm. Mat Winter. “The Navy remains steadfast in its commitment to maturing today’s technologies which have established a realistic path to tomorrow’s affordable, flexible unmanned carrier aviation capabilities for our warfighters.” Two of the Navy’s X-47B air vehicles have resided at Naval Air Station Patuxent River since 2012 as the Navy UCAS program assessed potential opportunities for test operations at Pax River and at-sea. Carrier-based tests of the X-47B began in December 2012 with flight deck operations aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). In May 2013, carrier testing resumed aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77).
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Commissary offers more savings for the holidays By Sallie Cauthers Defense Commissary Agency marketing and mass communication specialist Military families facing the annual ritual of planning their holiday menus need look no further than the commissary for quality and savings. “Commissaries have the most affordable, high-quality, name-brand ingredients for the perfect holiday meal,” said Debbie House, Naval Air Station Patuxent River commissary manger. “[From] roast turkey and potatoes to a vegetarian meal with organic fruits and vegetables, you can find everything you need at here at the commissary to prepare a memorable holiday feast.” This year, the commissary’s industry partners — vendors, suppliers and brokers — are offering greater savings than ever before through high-value coupon booklets, said Randy Chandler, the Defense Commissary Agency’s sales director, with some promotions that include a free turkey opportunity. “And there’s a promotion benefitting wounded warriors,” Chandler said. Throughout November, promotions at the commissary offering discounts beyond everyday savings include: The Third Annual “Get All the Fixin’s – Save Big on Your Bird. This worldwide promotion revolves around a 16-page recipe booklet with coupons valued at more than $43. The coupons provide commissary shoppers with greater than normal savings or free turkeys when purchasing their holiday meal essentials. Recipe booklets are available now at the commissary, with coupons good through Nov. 28. Terms
News Briefs On base:
Influenza vaccinations
Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River is offering the flu vaccine based on the following schedule: active duty from 8-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Preventive Medicine Department; all other eligible beneficiaries from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays in the Immunization Department. Call 301-342-4062.
Naval Inspector General Focus Groups
Through Nov. 26 A team from the Office of the Naval Inspector General is visiting Naval Air Station Patuxent River and part of their visit includes gaining more insight, from a personnel viewpoint, into the readiness and quality of life in Naval District Washington. This is done through focus group meetings and discussions with Sailors and Navy civilian employees. Each focus group is composed of a cross-section of personnel consisting of 25 people in a specific military rank/rate or government civilian employee pay band in the Department of the Navy. Selection of participants random and participants are notified of their selection by their chain of command. Personnel who feel they have a significant issue that warrants the attention of the Navy IG but are not included in a focus group should first attempt to resolve the issue using the chain of command. Typically, most matters can be resolved at the local level. However, personnel with specific issues in which they are unable to resolve through their chain or personnel who need help in determining the right avenue of redress should visit the IG website at www.ig.navy.mil for information on the Four-Step Hotline Complaint process. If after reviewing the information on the IG website you believe the matter is appropriate for the IG, submit a complaint using the NAVIGHotlines@navy.mil email address or call toll free, (800) 522-3451. An investigator will evaluate the complaint and acknowledge receipt to inform the employee if the matter warrants further investigation or falls outside Navy IG purview.
NMCI Unsolicited Telephone Calls
Navy NMCI users are receiving unsolicited telephone calls from agents reporting to be members of an HP/NMCI Windows 7 support team. The agents typically state that problems such as event viewer errors have been detected on the user’s NMCI workstation that will cause it to crash. The caller then directs the user to a website asking him or her to allow remote access to his or her computer in order to fix the problems. Users who receive any unsolicited calls similar this should not go to the website or allow remote access to their NMCI seat. Users should hang
How to stay connected to your benefits
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Save on shopping for groceries this season with the commissary’s holiday promotions. and conditions are on the coupons. Make Your Home Extra Special for the Holidays. This contest awards a grand prize of $6,000 and 147 runners-up prizes of $25 commissary gift cards. Look for entry forms and boxes adjacent to Nestlé’s Good Food, Good Life name-brand products. Look for this promotion coming this month. Believe in Heroes! Thousands of flier filled with high-value coupons. Numerous participating brands provide donations to the Wounded Warrior Project foundation. “We offer all the items you need for your holiday meals,” House said. “So come to stock up now.”
up the phone and report the incident to his or her Information Assurance Manager.
Retiree Weekend Estate Planning
Nov. 16 and 17 The Legal Assistance office is offering weekend Estate Planning (Wills) for retirees. Individuals taking advantage of this opportunity will have their documents prepared and executed in one visit. Contact Legalman 1st Class Tanika McFadden at 301342-7510 or tanika.s.mcfadden@navy.mil.
Pax River Blood Drive
Nov. 20, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rear Adm. William A. Moffett Building Atrium Schedule an appointment online at www.militaryblood.dod. mil or www.militarylifeforce.com. Walk-in donors are also welcome. All blood goes to military personnel.
Navy College Office Closure
The Navy College Office is closed Nov. 28 and Nov. 29.
Voting Assistance Office
The Voting Assistance Office has been moved from the Pass and ID office outside of Gate 1 to Building 588, Rm 109. The voting assistance team can be contacted at vote.patuxentriver@ navy.mil or 301-757-0025/0041.
Where’s Gnorman?
Somewhere in this issue we’ve hidden Gnorman the gnome. Anyone spotting Gnorman can either email tester@dcmilitary. com or phone 301-342-4163 now through 4:30 p.m. Friday. Be sure to include a brief description of where he’s located. All correct answersare entered into a drawing and one name is chosen to win a Center Stage Theater movie ticket. The same person cannot win more than once per month. Last week’s winner, Don Small, found Gnorman on page 3, in the National Indian Heritage Month graphic.
Off base:
Pathways Silent Auction, Dinner, Dance
Nov. 16, 6-11:30 p.m. Holiday Inn, Solomons Island Pathways Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to mental health rehabilitation. This event aims to raise awareness and funds. Tickets: $35 in advance; $40 at the gate. Call Gerry McGloin at 301-373-3065 ext. 203. Website: www.pathwaysinc.org.
COMMISSARIES.COM: Visit www.commissaries. com to learn more about the Defense Commissary Agency: check out the latest news, find a store near you, see what’s on sale, create a shopping list, learn of food and product recalls, scan employment opportunities, read frequently asked questions, submit a customer comment form online through DeCA’s Your Action Line and more. COMMISSARY CONNECTION: Stay connected with the latest news about your most valued benefit, Hot Links to additional savings, shopping sprees, contests, commissary promotions, events and more, go to www. commissaries.com/subscribe.cfm and subscribe to the Commissary Connection newsletter. FACEBOOK: Visit www.facebook.com/YourCommissary, DeCA’s Facebook page, where you can post comments and share news, photos and videos. YOUTUBE: To see DeCA’s latest videos, visit www. youtube.com/DefenseCommissary. TWITTER: To see DeCA’s latest “tweets,” visit www. twitter.com/YourCommissary. FLICKR: To see DeCA’s latest photographs, visit http://www.flickr.com/photos/commissary. MILPAGES: To see news about DeCA on this forum for members of the U.S. military, their families and supporters, visit www.milpages.com/pages/defensecommissary-agency.
US Naval Academy Seeks Instructors
Deadline: Dec. 15 The U.S. Naval Academy needs qualified Navy Reserve officers with at least a master’s degree in an appropriate academic discipline to instruct in designated academic departments for Fall 2014 and to serve as outstanding military role models and mentors for midshipmen. Recall opportunities are considered for select areas. Contact the Cmdr. John Schedel at 410-2936513 or email reserve.recall@usna.edu.
Tuition Assistance Payments Resume
Following passage of Continuing Resolution Authority, Department of the Navy is in the process of resuming funding of voluntary education programs, including tuition assistance. Effective immediately, all military tuition assistance applications for courses starting on or after Oct. 17 may be submitted.
DON Sexual Assault Survey
There is no place for any form of Sexual Assault in the Department of the Navy (DON). The Secretary of the Navy has directed the Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office to conduct a voluntary, anonymous, department-wide Sexual Assault Survey to explore the true frequency of sexual assault involving Sailors and Marines, the circumstances surrounding those assaults, and factors affecting their reporting. The survey is for military members. The 2013 DON-Wide Sexual Assault is available from any web-enabled computer, tablet or Smartphone at www.donsapro.navy.mil/ donsas.html and is available through Jan. 6. Refer to the Plan of the Week for the survey password.
St. Nicholas Chapel Service Schedule Catholic Services
Mass: Sundays at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Weekdays at 11:35 a.m. Continuing Catholic Development (CCD): Sundays from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Protestant Services
Worship: Sundays at 11 a.m. Men’s Discipleship: Sunday, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Religious Programming Center Women’s Study: Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. and Thursday, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Religious Programming Center
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Understanding ‘urgent care’ and TRICARE From Health Net Federal Services Do you know when to use an urgent care clinic, emergency room or the naval health clinic? Health Net Federal Services, LLC, the managed care contractor for the TRICARE North Region, offers the following tips to help TRICARE beneficiaries take charge of their health by selecting the appropriate health care facility when they need care. Urgent care services are medically necessary services for an illness or injury that would not result in further disability or death if not treated immediately, but the illness or injury does require professional attention has the potential to develop such a threat if treatment is delayed longer than 24 hours. During Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River’s clinic hours, call the clinic directly at 301-342-1506 to speak to a nurse. The nurse will evaluate the symptoms, and if same-day care is needed, the patient is offered an acute appointment at the clinic. If there are no appointments available, the patient may be authorized a referral to a local urgent care center. After hours and on weekends, patients requiring medical care are authorized to seek urgent care in the civilian network after consulting with the naval health
clinic’s on-call provider. Patients must first call the clinic and request the answering service to have the on-duty medical provider to contact him or her; the call is returned within 30 minutes. Patients who obtain urgent care before getting an approval should call the naval health clinic on the next business day, if possible, to request a referral for that visit. Patients who do not obtain a referral from their primary care manager (PCM) within three business days are charged for the visit. Patients in need of urgent care while traveling must coordinate the care with their PCM. Patients who are unable to reach their PCM should call the TRICARE North Region contractor at 877-TRICARE (874-2273) before receiving care to notify them of their need for urgent care. TRICARE beneficiaries should carry a TRICARE pocket card or the Traveling with Prime info sheet, both available at the TRICARE service center in the clinic and at TRICARE.mil, with them when traveling. These items provide beneficiaries quick access to important phone numbers when the need for care arises. For more information about urgent care, contact Lt. Cmdr. Alison Faith, the naval health clinic’s director for Healthcare Business, at 301-995-3681. of military families. Sailors with an exceptional family member, a family member with special needs such as a medical or educational disability, are encouraged to enroll in the EFMP so the Navy can do its part in caring for EFM needs. Email James Lettner at james.lettner@navy.mil.
Financial Counseling Services
The Personal Financial Educator can help you and your family in managing your finances, resolving financial problems and to reach long-term goals, such as getting an education, buying a home and planning for retirement. With the help of the FFSC Financial Educator, you can take control of your finances. Make an appointment with a counselor by calling 301-342-5442.
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For information on any class or program, call 301-342-4911.
Clinical Counseling Services
Clinical Counseling services can directly improve the quality of life of service members and their family by addressing the stressors facing today’s military: family hardships, marital conflicts, parent/ child issues, money concerns, frequent moves, health and environmental factors, and many other difficulties. Make an appointment with a counselor by calling 301-342-4911 or 202685-6019.
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
EFMP is a DOD program that addresses the special needs
Classes All classes are held at the Fleet and Family Support Center in building 2090 off Bundy Road unless otherwise noted. Classes are open to active duty, retired and reserve military. Reservations are necessary and can be made at FFSC or by calling 301-342-4911.
Playgroup at Glenn Forrest
Nov. 14 and 21, 10-11 a.m. Moms, dads and caregivers are invited to bring their children for playtime at the Glenn Forrest Community Center.
1-2-3-4 Parents
Nov. 19, 4-6 p.m. This program helps parents to meet the special challenges of parenting children ages 1-4 years. The program
Local Urgent Care Centers For TRICARE beneficiaries Breton Medical Center Urgent Care
Phone: 301-737-0500 22590 Shady Court in California 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
St. Mary’s Express Care
Phone: 301-290-5910 37767 Market Drive, in Charlotte Hall Hours: 4-10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Solomons Urgent Care Center
Phone: 410-394-2800 14090 Solomons Island Road, in Solomons Hours: 6-10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
Dunkirk Urgent Care
Phone: 410-286-7911 10845 Towne Center Road, Suite 108, in Dunkirk Hours: 6-10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
focuses on: developmental stages, disciplining strategies, encouragement skills, building self-esteem and bonding methods.
Return and Reunion
Nov. 14, 1-4 p.m. This program is designed to help service members make a smooth transition from a combat environment to family, community and workplace. Spouses are encouraged to attend.
Sponsor Training
Nov. 18, 9-10 a.m. For the active-duty service members who have been assigned to “sponsor” another active-duty service member scheduled to arrive at NAS Pax River. Registration required.
Stress Management
Nov. 19, 1-2:30 p.m. Stress is a part of life and this class helps participants understand how beliefs and thought processes have an impact on dealing with stress. Participants walk away with specific actions to manage stress that they can incorporate into their life immediately.
Budgeting for Baby at Bldg. 401
Nov. 20, 10 a.m. to noon The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society illustrates the hidden costs associated with a growing family. All Navy and Marine Corps service members who attend receive a new layette worth more than $100.
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Nation rallies to clear the air Nov. 21 From Navy Marine Corps Public Health Center The Great American Smokeout is Nov. 21. Now is the time to plan how you will make an impact. Tobacco kills 4 million people each year, and 438,000 deaths in the U.S. each year are attributable to tobacco use, according to the American Cancer Society. Tobacco use and dependence is a serious problem in the military and the Department of the Navy. The most recent Department of Defense Survey found that 37 percent of Marines and 31 percent of Sailors smoke cigarettes, and 22 percent of Marines and 10 percent of Sailors regularly use smokeless tobacco. The initiation rates of service members beginning to use tobacco while on active duty are one in five. But there is good news, the majority of Sailors and Marines do not use tobacco, and most of the tobacco users report that they want to quit. Tobacco has a serious impact upon readiness, and Navy’s Surgeon General, Vice Adm. Matthew Nathan, is an advocate for a tobacco-free lifestyle. In fact, when he spoke to The House Committee On Appropriations about the Defense Health Program, Nathan pointed out that one of the targeted focus areas for the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center Health Promotion and Wellness initiative was tobacco-free living. Smokers are more likely to sustain musculoskeletal injuries and to perform poorly on fitness tests. Sailors and Marines who smoke have higher incidence of illnesses and more lost work days and hospitalizations than nonsmokers. Smoking delays healing, prolongs injury recovery and hurts night vision. In summary, tobacco use reduces individual and command readiness and decreases force health protection. DOD spends more than $1.6 billion a year on tobaccorelated medical care. During the Great American Smokeout, all smokers are encouraged to take the single most important health step of their life and put out their cigarettes for one day, and perhaps a lifetime. According to the 2004 Surgeon General’s Report “The Health Consequences of Smoking”: Within 20 minutes after a person smokes, his or her body begins a series of changes that continue for years. 20 minutes after quitting: Heart rate drops. 12 hours after quitting: The amount of Carbon monoxide in the blood drops to normal. Two weeks to three months after quitting: Heart attack risk begins to drop and lungs begin to work better. One to nine months after quitting: Coughing and shortness of breath decreases.
By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer
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Great American Smokeout challenges smokers to put out their cigarettes for a day, and perhaps a lifetime. One year after quitting: Risk of heart disease is half that of a smoker’s. Five years after quitting: Stroke risk is reduced to that of a nonsmoker’s. 10 years after quitting: Lung cancer death rate is half that of a smoker’s, and the risk of cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, bladder, kidney and pancreas decreases. 15 years after quitting: Risk of heart disease is same as those who have never smoked. Quitting is hard, but there is help. For more information, call the Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River at 301-342-4050. The American Cancer Society can also assist and can be reached at 800-ACS-2345 or online at www.ucanquit2.org. Other resources include Maryland’s Quit Line (800) QUIT NOW (784-8669) and www.SmokingStopsHere.com.
Stop by the Navy Exchange for free tobacco cessation information.
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21
Energy Zone Turkey Burn
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Phone directory
Customized Creations Drill Hall (recreation, fitness and sports) Energy Zone Liberty Information, Travel and Tours Office River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center
301-342-3569 301-757-3943 301-995-3869 301-342-3565 301-342-3648 301-342-3656
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Holiday Weight Maintenance
Register by Nov. 18 November-December The Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s Holiday Weight Maintenance Program is an eight-week challenge for par-
Mission and physical readiness are two tenets of a successful Navy, and various programs offered by Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) provide necessary assistance in both of those areas, and then some. Noting fitness and readiness as MWR’s primary responsibility, Tom Kubalewski, director of Fleet and Family Readiness programs at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, said without these programs available on base, Sailors would be extremely limited in their choices to participate in some sort of active workout. “Without the Drill Hall, sports programs or classes, the physical and mental health of our Sailors would deteriorate as some of the programs we offer are either not available off base at all, or participation in them is cost prohibitive,” Kubalewski said. MWR’s programs fall into three categories: Category A — mission essential programs — which include fitness, sports, aquatics physical fitness and Liberty programs designed for unaccompanied E-1 to E-6 personnel; Category B are child and youth programs and all other recreation programs such as auto hobby, the crafts center and Information, Tickets and Tours; and Category C are programs designed as business opportunities such as the Center Stage Theater, River’s Edge Catering and Conference Center and the installation’s golf course. “Category A is supposed to be funded 100 percent with appropriated funds, but it just doesn’t happen because there are not enough funds to go around,” Kubalewski said, “so we’ve been given business rules by [Commander, Naval Installation Command] to alleviate funding issues.” These rules mean operating only one of two swimming pools at a time, and a decrease in hours of operation at both the Drill Hall and within the Liberty Program. “In the past, with our single Sailors, we had the capability of subsidizing 50 percent of the trips that get them off base for recreational or cultural activity, but lately they’ve had to pay full price,” Kubalewski said. “Starting in fiscal year 2014, we’re able to subsidize 10 percent. It’s still restrictive, but at least the trend is moving back in the right direction.” Even though it falls under Category B, child care is mission essential and Kubalewski said Congress finds a way to continue funding those programs. “We can’t forget our families,” he said. “All of our families are required to work, especially our military members; what other alternatives would they have for the care of their children?” Corporate sponsorship is another way to alleviate budget woes, and MWR is the only Navy organization able to solicit
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ticipants to lose or maintain body weight during those glutton holidays. Participants are given information packets to get started. Preregistration required and can be done at the Fitness and Sports Office in Drill Hall. Weigh-ins are Mondays, Nov. 18 through Jan. 6, 2014.
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Nov. 29, 11:30 a.m. Free class to help burn off that Thanksgiving Dinner.
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Orders can be placed until Nov. 21 by calling 301-3423656. Orders are ready for pick-up Nov. 25-27. Payment is due at the time that the order is placed; no refunds. Heating instructions are included.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 7, 8:30 a.m. Enjoy a hot buffet while Santa and Mrs. Claus visit your table and interact with the children. Cost: $15, adults; $10 youths ages 3-10; free for children ages 2 and younger.
Nutcracker Tea
Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m. Featuring a performance from Ballet Caliente. Enjoy light refreshments and then float on a snowflake to the Magical Land of the Sweets and the Sugar Plum Fairy. Cost: $15, adults; $10 for youths ages 11 and younger.
Liberty Center Liberty Thanksgiving Dinner
Register by Nov. 25 Nov. 28, 2 p.m. Register by calling or stopping by the Liberty Center.
Customized Creations 36th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival
Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 175 vendors, hand-made crafts and no admission fee. Open to the public.
Bald Eagle Pub Wine Tasting Wednesdays Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.
Information, Tickets and Travel Nutcracker Ballet at Huntingtown High School. Special Promo Code is available. Presented by COSMIC Symphony with Vladimir Lande at music director, The Donetsk Ballet of Ukraine, Alexander Kerchentsev, the president and executive producer, and Ballet Caliente, Sheryl-Marie Dunaway, the director. Roundtrip to New York City, Nov. 23. Cost per person: $65, includes bus transportation and snacks. MWR’s Annual New York City Shopping Trip, Dec. 7. Cost per person: $65.
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Friday, Nov. 15 6:30 p.m., Captain Phillips A multi-layered examination of the 2009 hijacking of the U.S. container ship Maersk Alabama by a crew of Somali pirates. The film focuses on the relationship between the Alabama’s commanding officer, Captain Richard Phillips, and his
Somali counterpart, Muse. Set on an incontrovertible collision course off the coast of Somalia, both men will find themselves paying the human toll for economic forces outside of their control. Rated: PG-13 (2 hr, 14 min) 9:30 p.m., Machete Kills Danny Trejo returns as ex-Federale agent Machete,
who is recruited by the President of the United States for a mission which would be impossible for any mortal man, he must take down a madman revolutionary and an eccentric billionaire arms dealer who has hatched a plan to spread war and anarchy across the planet. Rated: R (1 hr, 48 min) Saturday, Nov. 16 4 p.m.,
Gravity (3D) Dr. Ryan Stone is a brilliant medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky. But on a seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes. The shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalsky completely alone, tethered to nothing but each other and spiraling out into the blackness. The deafen-
ing silence tells them they have lost any link to Earth, and any chance for rescue. As fear turns to panic, every gulp of air eats away at what little oxygen is left. But the only way home may be to go further out into the terrifying expanse of space. Rated: PG-13 (1 hr, 31 min) 6:30 p.m., Captain Phillips
9:30 p.m., Machete Kills Sunday, Nov. 17 Free Sneak Preview 2 p.m., Homefront Monday and Tuesday No Movies Wednesday, Nov. 20 6:30 p.m., Captain Phillips
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Thursday, Nov. 14 6:30 p.m., Baggage Claim Determined to get engaged before her youngest sister’s wedding, flight attendant Montana Moore finds herself with only 30 days to find Mr. Right. Using her airline connections to “accidentally” meet up with eligible ex-boyfriends and scour for potential candidates, she racks up more than 30,000 miles and countless comedic encounters, all the while searching for the perfect guy. Rated: PG-13 (1 hr, 36 min)
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Pax People: Chris Zelinsky Dodging balls and winning medals for the US By Donna Cipolloni Tester staff writer When Chris Zelinsky joined the F/A-18 and EA-18G program (PMA-265) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River last year as a foreign disclosure security analyst, he never imagined he’d be processing his own international travel forms to New Zealand to participate in the 2013 World Dodgeball Invitational. In September, Zelinsky joined nine other players from across the country to form the men’s USA dodgeball team and competed against national representative teams from around the world. In each match, opposing teams played as many games as possible within an allotted 40 minutes; at the end of the round, the team with the most victories won. “After six rounds with five different countries, the U.S. men’s team fell to Canada, 4-6, and took home the silver medal,” Zelinsky said. Zelinsky had been selected for the team by the United States Dodgeball Organization after submitting the required documentation, including a five minute highlight video showcasing his talent. Well-known locally for his dodgeball skills, Zelinsky has competed for the past nine years in more than 75 tournaments nationally with his team, Medics, as they travel the East Coast from their home base in Southern Maryland. Personally, his accomplishments include three MVP awards, four
“last man standing” awards, 45 tournament wins and a wall full of trophies and medals. “After the movie ‘Dodgeball’ came out in 2004, I wondered why you didn’t see [the game] more often,” Zelinsky said. “A few of us made up fliers advertising pickup games and posted them around local schools and gyms. We had nearly 150 people show up interested in playing the first day. As time passed, only the dedicated and talented still wanted to play, so we formed a traveling team to compete around the nation. What I enjoy so much about dodgeball is the teamwork.” Teamwork is no mystery to Zelinsky. After graduation from Great Mills High in 2006, he enlisted in the Navy as a catapult technician on an aircraft carrier. “That job is all about teamwork,” he said. “Like dodgeball, it requires knowing your individual roles and responsibilities and where they fit on the team.” Dodgeball has even touched Zelinsky’s personal life. “In my senior year of high school on the dodgeball court, I accidentally hit an opposing player in the face with a ball — and that’s how I met my future wife, Danielle,” he explained. “We’ve been playing dodgeball ever since.” In fact, Zelinsky’s wife competed in New Zealand for the women’s USA team; also earning a silver medal. Through their Medics team, Zelinsky and team captain John Hillan want to promote the sport and eventually start a league in the area. The team currently comprises six
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Chris Zelinsky, foreign disclosure analyst with the F/A-18 and EA-18G program (PMA-265) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, wears the silver medal he earned playing for the United States men’s team at the 2013 World Dodgeball Invitational held in New Zealand, Sept. 27. men and one woman between the ages of 25-27 years. Practice is held whenever and wherever they can hold it — tennis courts, racquetball courts, etc. — and anyone is welcome to watch or participate. “We do the monthly pickup sessions at Leonard Hall Recreation Center [in Leonardtown] for $5 per person and that information can be found on Facebook by searching for St. Mary’s pickup dodgeball,” Zelinsky said. Still considered a personal nightmare by some school-age children, dodgeball continues gaining popularity as an adults-only
activity, being added to many community’s parks and recreation offerings and even being touted by some as a possible consideration for inclusion in future Olympic Games. “Dodgeball has given me skills that carry over to other aspects of my life,” Zelinsky said. “I’ve learned how to be a leader on the court and it’s given me confidence elsewhere, including my position in PMA-265.” The Zelinsky plans to try out in January for next year’s USA team, which will compete in Hong Kong — and both are determined to go for gold.
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Celebrating service, continued commitment
From left, Dell Butler receives a certificate and pin, Oct. 24, signifying 25 years of government service from Todd Balazs, deputy assistant commander for Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0). Butler is the branch manager for the NAVAIR Training Product Development Branch (AIR 6.7.5.3).
From left, Mark Schroeder receives a certificate and pin, Oct. 24, signifying 35 years of government service from Todd Balazs, deputy assistant commander for Naval Air Systems Command Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0). Schroeder was recognized during an AIR 6.0 Employee Appreciation Day luncheon at the Beach House. Balazs also spoke about plans for the future within 6.0.
From left, Joe Furio receives a certificate and pin, Oct. 24, celebrating 20 years of government service from Todd Balazs, deputy assistant commander for Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0). Furio is the logistics facilities manager for the Navy’s Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft Program Office (PMA-290) P-8A.
From left, Ricky Walton receives a Meritorious Civilian Service Award from Toni Meier on Oct. 29, which cited his “outstanding leadership and unparalleled expertise which increased the effectiveness and efficiency of Maritime Patrol aircraft.” Walton is the assistant program manager logistics in the Maritime Patrol Reconnaissance Aircraft program office (PMA-290) while Meier is the Naval Air Systems Command Logistics Management Integration (AIR 6.0) director.
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0) celebrated the accomplishments of its team with an Employee Appreciation Day, Oct. 24. During the event, the organization also named its first Employee of the Quarter, Julie Kirk, director of business and financial management for logistics, second from the left. With Kirk are, from left, Rear Adm. Paul Sohl, assistant commander of AIR 6.0; Kirk; Todd Balazs, deputy assistant commander for NAVAIR AIR 6.0; and Dan Nega, director of Aviation Readiness and Resource Analysis.
From left, Capt. Gary Powe, military director for the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Corporate Business Office (AIR 6.8), presents a Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal to Lt. Phillip Jones on Nov. 6. Jones, an integrated logistics support supply intern with the Navy and Marine Corps Tactical Multi-Mission Unmanned Aerial Systems Program Office (PMA-266), was recognized for volunteering more than 400 hours in the past three years, mostly at St. Mary’s County and Jacksonville, Fla., schools.
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Happy Birthday Marines
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From left, Vice Adm. Philip Cullom, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Fleet Readiness and Logistics, presents a Distinguished Service Medal to Rear Adm. Timothy Matthews on Nov. 1 during a retirement ceremony at Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) headquarters as Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Matthews, who retired after 31 years of service, was a former commander of the Fleet Readiness Centers and NAVAIR assistant commander for Logistics and Industrial Operations (AIR 6.0).
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Brig. Gen. Matthew Glavy was the guest of honor for the Marines of Marine Aviation Detachment at Naval Air Station Patuxent River as they celebrated the 238th Marine Corps birthday, Nov. 2, in Annapolis, Md. More than 400 people, including active-duty Marines, retirees, service members from each branch and foreign nationals attended the celebration. The evening included a video message from the commandant and sergeant major of the Marine Corps, the traditional cake-cutting ceremony, comments from the Commanding Officer, Col. Andre Mercier, and Glavy as well as dinner and dancing. The official Marine Corps Birthday is Nov. 10.
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Team collaboration proves rapid response capabilities By Andrea Hein Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Communication Support The Naval Aviation Center for Rotorcraft Advancement (NACRA) recently collaborated with the Marine Corps Systems Command (MARCORSYSCOM) to successfully test a new mobile communications system at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Christine Liou and Tom Staley from Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) Pacific created the Network on the Move (NOTM) command and control system for both ground and air tactical vehicles. Liou and Staley conducted the ground-based testing inside a mine-resistant ambush protected (MRAP) vehicle at Pax River. Basil Moncrief, manager of the Extensible Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF), said the testing had three objectives: Validate and demonstrate the ability to integrate a NOTM staff vehicle kit into a UH-1 using off-the-shelf components such as standard tactical radios Conduct late developmental testing of a new 50-W amp for the radios Validate automated “healing” of a broken digital communications network be-
tween ground vehicles via airborne node The NOTM system provides extended capability for command and control networking and data transfer applications in non-line-of-sight situations. The equipment is part of a staff vehicle kit, which is loaded onto aircraft and ground vehicle platforms and integrated into a flight certified rack. “If we lose connectivity between two ground vehicles, we can use a helicopter as a relay to heal a broken network on the ground,” Moncrief said. Marine pilot Capt. Alexis Harvey and communications officer Maj. Keith Kovats conducted the test operations in-flight on the UH-1N “T-Rex” helicopter, communicating via laptop with Liou and Staley to prove connectivity capabilities. Team members from NACRA, MARCORSYSCOM and SPAWAR met all three objectives during the two-day testing period and tested distance limitations. Created in 2008, NACRA is responsible for short-term rapid response testing that relies on cross-competency collaboration rather than a program to advance rotorcraft design. The group supports advanced concepts such as NOTM and develops innovative logistical analysis that reduces cost and risk for helicopter programs.
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From left, test team members Basil Moncrief, Christine Liou and Tom Staley demonstrate the capabilities of the Network on the Move command and control system installed in a mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle at Naval Air Station Patuxent River. Liou and Staley created the system to improve battlefield communication.
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Around Town St. Mary’s County: Decompression Night @ the Naval Air Museum
Today, 4-8 p.m. Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Land at the museum for a reception and check out the new ejection seat exhibit. Hors d’oeuvres. Wine and beer available. Tickets are $8 for non-members; $6 for members. For tickets and information, phone 301863-1900.
Grocery Auction
Today, 5:30 p.m. Mother Catherine Spalding School, Mechanicsville A great way to get a good deal and save a trip to the supermarket.
Bill Plath Memorial Toys for Tots 3-Gun Match
Friday, Nov. 15 and Saturday, Nov. 23 Sanner’s Lake Sportsmen’s Club, Lexington Park Cost is $15 for each course-of-fire; all
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Confederate ports. When the ship came in need of repairs to its starboard boiler, the captain was faced with a difficult decision: travel slowly from St. Inigoes to the Washington Navy Yard with just one boiler, and risk being an easy an easy target for enemy cannons and snipers; or make it a speedy voyage and risk igniting both the port and faulty starboard boilers. The captain’s fateful decision that day was heard 12 miles up the Potomac River as the starboard boiler exploded and the vessel sank near Piney Point and Ragged Point, Va. “I’m sure a lot of the men thought it would be an easy mission,” Fleming said, “but as we all know, being in the Navy is also inherently
three CoFs for $40. Prizes. Pre-registration required at www.eventbrite.com/ event/8203578123. Benefiting the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program.
Teen Video Contest Showcase
Saturday, 2-4 p.m. Lexington Park library Video entries from the contest are shown and winners announced. Those present will vote for the Viewer’s Choice Award.
Calvert County: “Newspapers, Mail and Communications during the War of 1812”
Sunday, 3-5 p.m. College of Southern Maryland auditorium, Prince Frederick campus Get a unique historical perspective on how news and information were spread when the War of 1812 came to the shores of Southern Maryland. Historian and writer Mike Dixon will take you to a time when news could only move as fast as someone could physically carry the message. dangerous, whether we’re working on aircraft, working on ships or being part of ship’s company, at any point, our lives could be snuffed.” And while USS Tulip may not be infamous for any battles, Fleming said its technology was revolutionary for the time. During the Civil War-era the Tulip’s boilers were considered advanced technology as steam engines, and screw steam vessels such as Tulip, were replacing sail power. “They were on the cutting-edge of technology,” Fleming said. “The Tulip was doing for America’s warships what Pax River does today for naval aviation.” The USS Tulip memorial is the nation’s smallest federal cemetery. It is located near Webster’s main gate. Directions can be found online at www.visitstmarysmd.com, click on Activities & Attractions, Special Themes/Interests, Civil War and then USS Tulip.
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anger to his father about his seemingly thankless job. The prodigal’s brother complains that he has served his father faithfully and hat is a thankless job? Two obediently for many years, while types of jobs seem to fit the prodigal son got unfairly rethis definition. The first warded with a great celebration afis those that need to be done, by ter he returned after running away law, but whose customers typically and wasting his inheritance. don’t want the service. Examples of I sometimes wonder if God this are IRS agent and drug testing feels he has a thankless job. coordinator. Both do jobs that are Thanks to God, every day we enAl Kaniss important and necessary, yet their joy an environment which supports customers naturally don’t like hearour survival — air, water, food, light, warmth. ing from these people. The other kind of thankless job is that which We have brains that can think, analyze, and is rarely noticed when performed or performed create, and bodies that can walk, talk, see and well, only when something goes wrong. An hear. We are blessed with amazing devices like example of a job that fit into this category is airplanes, automobiles, computers and cell janitor. When public rest rooms are clean and phones that were unimaginable in Bible times. well-stocked, people routinely take them for In fact, many people today live better than the granted, but when dirty or the towels or tissue kings in Bible times, with shelter that has both heat and air conditioning, running water, elecrun out, people get upset. If you search the Internet for “thankless tricity, and with an abundance and variety of jobs”, some interesting ones come up: social food that’s available all year long. How often worker, garbage collector, and parent. The do we thank God for the ordinary things in life common theme seems to be that people rarely that we take for granted? I hope as we approach and celebrate recognize the results of a “behind the scenes” job well done. I particularly liked the one about Thanksgiving, we get a renewed perspective on parents, as they have to perform countless being truly thankful, to God of course, but also tasks that are critical to a child’s well being, but to our co-workers, leaders, and service providfrequently the child doesn’t understand or ap- ers. This is not only right, but God-honoring. Ephesians 5:20 tells us to “always giving thanks preciate their importance. Thankless jobs are not a modern-day phe- to God the Father for everything, in the name nomenon. In Bible times, Moses, like many of our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 leaders, had a thankless job. It must have been says to “give thanks in all circumstances, for very tough to lead a group of millions of people this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” And around the desert for 40 years. But his people for all the workers who feel they have thankless repeatedly complained that the journey was jobs, God has something to say to you, too, in really a death march, about their thirst, and Colossians 3:23: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not about how boring the food was. Another example is in Luke chapter 15. The for men.” Ultimately, God is our boss and he is older brother of the prodigal son expresses his the one we should seek to please.
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Official sources regarding delays and alternative work scheduling include 301-342-BASE, local radio and television stations, the installation’s website at www.cnic.navy.mil/patuxent or by signing up for AtHOC notices. AtHOC is a highly recommended and effective system whereby users can choose to have emergency messages sent directly to their home, cell phones, TTY/TTD phones, pagers, faxes and personal or work emails, but registration is required. To register, visit www.ReadyNavy.mil, click on Stay Informed and then Wide Area Alert Notification from your NMCI or One Net networked computer, or email your contact information to the air station’s emergency preparedness personnel at jerome.ray@ navy.mil or tommy.d.truong@navy.mil. “Notices are usually posted to the NAS Facebook page also, but that is not an official source,” said NAS Public Affairs Officer Connie Hempel. “Employees should really sign up for AtHOC messages, turn to local TV and radio stations, the Pax River website, or their supervisor if they’re concerned with whether
or not they are to report to work on time due to adverse weather or some other event.” Additionally, Pax River employees must adhere to announcements specifically identified for Pax River, which includes Webster Outlying Field. “Sometimes employees here confuse the base’s employee reporting status with the dismissal or closure announcements of the federal government, Office of Personnel Management and Naval District Washington; and these do not affect Pax River,” Hempel said. Mission essential or critical personnel likely know who they are, but anyone in doubt should ask their supervisor and verify their situation before an emergency condition occurs. For details and definitions regarding emergency reporting and the use of administrative leave, refer to NASPAXRIVINST 12610.7G, Employee Reporting Procedures During Emergency Situations, which can be found on the My NAVAIR website, https://mynavair.navair. navy.mil. Click on My Communities, Directives, NAS Pax Instructions and scroll until you get to 12610.7G. Employees without access to an NMCI computer can obtain a copy of the information from their supervisor.
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National medical staff services awareness week focuses on those behind the scenes
Scoreboard As of Nov. 7 Intramural Bowling League
Big 10 Hang ‘em High Gutter Clutter WSI Gutter Trash Goat Locker Warlocks Ten Pin Mafia Spare Time Rollin’ Thunder High-n-Low
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Intramural Flag Football League
Monday / Wednesday Division Final Standings All Stars Grenades Tigers Twerk Team FRC (withdrawn)
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Tuesday / Thursday Division A/O VX-1 Lost Puppies Shaun’s Dynasty Aviators Furloughed Plays
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By Cmdr. Allison Faith Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River As part of the Naval Health Clinic Patuxent River’s observing National Medical Staff Services Awareness Week, Nov. 3-9, Mandy Rogers-Jasey was celebrated for her work, dedication and contribution that keep the healthcare team ready. Rogers-Jasey is the behind-the-scene person who plays a critical role in the credentialing and privileging process at Pax River. She ensures every provider, nurse and medical personnel is credentialed to care for patients and are correct and have been verified. She is an expert in the service she provides in the diverse healthcare industry, said Capt. Michael Vernere, the clinic’s commanding officer. She monitors ongoing competence of every physician and other practitioners who provide patient care services at Pax. “She is dedicated to making certain that all patients receive care from practitioners who are properly educated, licensed and trained in their specialty,” Vernere added. In March 2012, Rogers-Jasey passed The Joint Commission and U.S. Navy
Intramural Fall Softball League
Final Standings Dirty Dogs Boozin’ Ballers Sons of Pitches NASFD Softballs of Steel Chiefs Booze on First Your Mom
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Bureau of Medicine and Surgery Medical Inspector General inspection at Pax River with zero findings. “That alone speaks volume, dedication and hard work,” Vernere said. In 1992, President George Bush issued a proclamation designating the first week of November as “National Medical Staff Services Awareness Week,” to acknowledge and thank medical services professionals for playing “an important role in our nation’s healthcare system.” The American Medical AssociationOrganized Medical Staff Section also recognizes the medical services profession in a resolution that formally acknowledges “the importance and value of medical services professionals to the healthcare organization and its physician members, and recognizes their contribution and dedication in preserving quality patient care.” When patients visit a clinic or hospital, they usually see the doctors, the nurses and other medical personnel. What patients don’t see are the people behind the scenes who make certain the credentials of all practitioners who are caring for them are correct and have been verified. MSPs are experts in provider credentialing and privileging, medical staff organization, accreditation and regulatory
Pax Pros of the week are submitted to and selected by the naval air station’s command master chief, CMDMC William Lloyd-Owen. The certificates presented serve as recognition for the “hard work and dedication” the individuals display on a daily basis.
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Petty Officer 2nd Class (SW) Brandon Foudray, an electronics technician air operations ground electronics; presented Nov. 5.
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compliance, and provider relations in the diverse healthcare industry. They credential and monitor ongoing competence of the physicians and other practitioners who provide patient care services in hospitals, managed care organizations, and other healthcare settings. MSPs are a vital part of the community’s healthcare team. They are dedicated to making certain that all patients receive care from practitioners who are properly educated, licensed, and trained in their specialty. For more information about MSPs and the National Association Medical Staff Services, visit www.namss.org.
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such sponsorships. “But only for MWR programs,” Kubalewski said. “We’ve been successful in this area and it helps with concerts, special events like last month’s haunted house, or the Admiral’s Open Golf Tournament. These are high cost events and we couldn’t do it without substantial sponsorship.” Besides receiving no funding whatsoever, Category C programs are also required to generate a minimum of five percent profit per year and that’s why fees are charged for the River’s Edge, the movie theater and the golf course. “We manage those programs in the same style as if we were outside the gate competing with private business,” Kubalewski explained. “The disadvantage we have compared to businesses outside the gates, is that we have fewer potential customers — only authorized base personnel — and that proves challenging; which may mean an increase in fees.” Small fee increases have already taken place at Navy Recreation Center Solomons for the RV Park and cabins, Kubalewsi said.
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He also noted that other N9 programs, such as the Fleet and Family Support programs that assist the military lifestyle, are still funded 100 percent, adding that “military personnel come from all over the world and new personnel at Pax River expect and need family services and assistance when they arrive.” Except for a reduction in service hours here and there, Kubalewski is pleased that MWR is continuing to provide all the services, activities and sports programs they possibly can. “Since we have a large civilian and contractor population here at Pax River, we get participation from them and we charge them fees,” he said. “We’re not as limited as other installations with a heavy military population who are not charged fees. That helps us pay our expenses.” Kubalewski admits that the current budget climate makes it necessary for MWR to constantly find ways to limit their costs and expenses, and it isn’t easy. “None of our programs are going to go away,” he said. “Can I say they never will? No. It’s day by day; fiscal year by fiscal year.”
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