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Patriot Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!
Friday, March 20, 2015 Women from four branches of service came together March 13, 2015, for a panel in honor of Women’s History Month at the 15th Airlift Squadron auditorium at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The group (from left) includes: Chief Petty Officer Andrea Navarro, Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston Parole and Release Leading Petty Officer, Chief Warrant Officer Denise Barnes, NAVCONBRIG Charleston deputy director, prisoner management, Army Brig. Gen. Tammy Smith, U.S. Army Reserve deputy chief of staff, Navy Capt. Rosemary Carr Malone, Naval Health Clinic Charleston executive officer and Capt. Erica Stooksbury, 15th AS C-17 instructor pilot.
Women's History panel held at Joint Base Charleston By Senior Airman Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
On March 13, 2015, five women, from different military cultures, spoke to an audience about the education and empowerment of women continuing to shape the US military. From the civil war battlefield to the present, stories of women's contributions to military history were chronicled in the 15th Airlift Squadron auditorium. The panelists acknowledged the contributions of military women who served before them and spoke of the challenges they had faced and overcome in their own careers. The event kicked off with opening words from Col. John Lamontagne, 437th Airlift Wing commander. Referring to the women's achievements in the military he said, "We've come a long way but we still have a way to go." The event's special guest echoed Lamontagne's sentiment. Brig. Gen. Tammy Smith, U.S. Army Reserve Deputy
Chief of Staff brought more than 26 years of military experience and insight to the discussion. Today, she serves more than 206,000 Soldiers in an all-volunteer force. "Amazing women bring skill sets to any environment," said Smith. "They don't need to be coddled. They don't break. They prove themselves." Smith added she hoped to see more women integrated into combat career fields. Some of Team Charleston's finest represented their military branches on the panel as well. Capt. Erica Stooksbury, 15 AS C-17 instructor pilot, graduated from the Air Force Academy prior to training other pilots in Charleston. Stooksbury included the importance of leadership, compassion and mentoring as components of a successful military career. She also noted that in her young career, her gender has never been an issue. Stooksbury's experience is a testament to the efforts of
the women who served before her. Chief Warrant Officer Denise Barnes, Naval Consolidated Brig - Charleston deputy director, prisoner management, brought the warrior ethos of the U.S. Marines to the panel. "All of my career, I've fought alongside Marines," said Barnes. "Not the males, not the women, but all Marines. The one to my right and left." Barnes added the respect of all service members is paramount. Chief Petty Officer Andrea Navarro, NAVCONBRIG Charleston parole and release leading chief petty officer, represented the Navy and offered advice to all service members. "Find a mentor and set goals," said the 19-year veteran NCO. "Find your place to make an impact." "Be proud to be a woman," said Lt. Col. Demetria Walker, 1189th Transportation Brigade commander in closing remarks. "Be proud of what we've done and what we've contributed to this nation."
AF leaders: End sequestration or lose tomorrow’s fight
By Staff Sgt. Torri Ingalsbe Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs Command Information
WASHINGTON – The devastating effects of continued sequestration-level funding were the topic of discussion during a House Armed Services Committee hearing with the senior leaders of all military branches March 17. “I believe sequestration is going to place American lives at greater risk both at home and abroad,” said Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James. “In fact, if sequestration remains the law of the land, we will not, in the United States Air Force, simultaneously be able to defeat an adversary in one part of the world, deny a second adversary the objectives they seek in a second part of the world, as well as defend the homeland. That, of course, is our national strategy, and I’m telling you we won’t be able to do it under sequestration.” The service secretaries and chiefs were asked by members of the committee to “speak plainly” about the strain of sequestration-level funding and the future impacts it will have. “The fundamental issue is going to be that the American people cannot expect their military to do what we’ve been asked to do in the past, if we stay at these funding levels,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. While all services are seeking different funding levels to
invest in different areas, they all agree these levels will only help maintain the current commitments and requirements of the U.S. military. The Air Force acknowledged these levels are still less than ideal, but will help to repair the damage already caused by sequestration. “Here’s a shocking statistic, I think,” James said. “More than half of our combat air forces are not sufficiently ready today for a high-end fight – meaning a fight in which the enemy has the capacity to shoot back at you, to shoot you down, to interfere with you through integrated air defenses and the like. More than half of our forces are not sufficiently ready for such a fight.” Even with the requested additional $10 billion, it will still take the Air Force eight to 10 years to recover that readiness, Welsh said. The Air Force also has requested to retire the A10 Thunderbolt II and slow the growth of military compensation in the proposed budget. “We know these are not popular decisions or popular choices,” James said. “But we ask you to keep in mind that, if you don’t like these choices, hold on to your hats because under sequestration it gets uglier and uglier and uglier. For example, under sequestration, our Air Force would not only have to retire the A-10 as well as slow the growth in military compensation, but in addition, we would be facing the following actions: divest
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Colonel James Fontanella, 315th Airlift Wing commander is at the controls of a C-17 Globemaster III during his fini flight March 13, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Fontanella will be leaving the 315th AW to become the commander of the Force Generation Center at Robins Air Force Base, Ga. His change of command his currently scheduled for April 11, 2015.
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Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III answers a question posed to him during a House Armed Services Committee hearing Mar. 17, 2015, on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. The committee convened to ask the senior leaders of the military departments questions about the fiscal year 2016 President's Budget Request.
the U-2, the Global Hawk Block 40, and the KC-10 (Extender) fleets. We would have to reduce our combat air patrols – our Reapers and our Predators – up to 10 orbits. We would defer 14 F-35 (Lightning II’s), which would drive up the costs. We would cancel the adaptive engine program, and then we would have to reduce our investments in space and cyber and nuclear and science and technology and readiness and people.” The panel of witnesses was asked to break down the overall effects of sequestration in a simple, digestible explanation. “When you hear terms like ‘high risk’ or ‘significant risk’ come from a military leader, you should translate that as ‘not guaranteed success,’ because that’s what it means to us,” Welsh said. A U.S. military not able to guarantee the success of its endeavors fails to meet the National Security Strategy, and ultimately becomes irrelevant and ineffective. “Our National Security Strategy requires that we be able to do three very important things in near simultaneous fashion. We cannot do them in that sort of fashion under sequestration,” James said. “I worry that we will have Airmen who will needlessly die and become injured. I worry that we will be slower to respond. Ultimately we could lose in trying to reach our objectives.” She explained with the constant strain of sequestrationlevel funding, ‘something’s got to give.’ “I think everything is threatened under sequestration,” James said. “And most of all I fear that American lives would be at risk. I just hope and pray it doesn’t take a catastrophe in this country to wake up.”
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18th Air Force Commander’s Intent By Lt. Gen. Carlton Everhart II 18th Air Force commander
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill – Mobility Airmen, In my last letter to you, I asked you to call "time out" and re-evaluate how we can safely accomplish our local and global mission. Since then, our wings have held safety down days and the feedback I have received from your leadership has been very positive. We are off to a good start, now I challenge you to continue to maintain that momentum. Safety is a marathon, not a sprint. With that in mind, a regular
focus on basic airmanship, personal discipline, and workplace safety must to be part of your daily routine. The stakes are simply too high for you to accept anything less. You are central to mission success. Simply being vigilant, using common sense, and having the courage to speak up when something is not right can break the chain of events that could lead to an accident. You can prevent a fellow Airman from getting hurt or worse due to an avoidable mishap. As I have said before, I take safety very seriously and I expect you to take it seriously too. The lower the mishap rate, the higher our combat capa-
bility and the probability of successful mission accomplishment. Safety is a force multiplier. Practice it every day and it becomes habit. Airmen at every level have the responsibility and the authority to ensure the mission is conducted safely and responsibly. Programs and processes are in-place to assist you when it comes time to make the safe call. I empower you to speak up when you see something that puts you, your teammates, or the mission at unnecessary risk. We will never turn a blind eye to your concerns. Thank you for what you do every day. It is my honor to serve beside you!
Lessons from a SeaBee
By Col. Jimmy Canlas 437th Airlift Wing vice commander
as a SeaBee. He said, "you will always have obstacles to overcome, but you will also always have a choice: do nothing or do something." When we choose to do something, we move About six months ago, I went through a pretty away from entitlement and arguments for "fairness" become challenging time in my life when my father passed less relevant. away. Although his passing was not totally unexYou'll miss every chance you don't take. Don't be afraid to take pected, the pain of losing my father was greater than chances. While this may hint of a Yogi Berra-like phrase, its relexpected. My father dedicated more than 20 years to evance and impact are no less substantial. After becoming a the U.S. Navy as a SeaBee (derived from CB, short SeaBee, my father could have played it safe and stayed out in the for Construction Battalion), and another 20 as a civil field. However, he knew in order to progress through the ranks servant. Among the highlights from his service, he he must find a way to stand out from the rest of the pack. Despite served two tours in Vietnam, and spent time in Diego English as a second language, he moved beyond his comfort zone Garcia transforming the atoll into an airfield. and volunteered to instruct electrical principles at the SeaBee On the long flight from Charleston, SC to the school. It was a rough start as he struggled to communicate clearPhilippines to attend his funeral, I had a lot of time to ly and connect with his students, but turned to other instructors Col. Jimmy Canlas reflect about the life of my father while crossing 13 for help and improved his lesson delivery. His perseverance paid 437th Airlift Wing vice commander time zones across the Pacific Ocean. Like most chiloff, he eventually rose to be one of the school's top instructors ... dren, I idolized my father who showed strength, compassion, creativity, and it all started with the willingness to take a chance. tenacity and unconditional love. He also filled many roles in my life: Enjoy the process. This was my father's version of "Stop and smell the provider, coach, tennis partner, mentor and teacher. During this time of roses" or "Life is a journey, not a destination." In retirement, my father reflection, I jotted down notes on some of the favorite life lessons from my turned several acres of farmland into large fishponds. Though he could father. As I grew older, I realized these were not original by any means, have turned this into a for-profit endeavor, he chose to keep it as a hobby. but that did not diminish the impact in my life. Perhaps the beauty was in Every day, he would feed the fish by hand. After a few months, he would its simplicity. Here are a few I'd like to share with you. manually harvest the fish with nets, give away the fish to the surrounding Life isn't fair...and that's ok. When my father entered the service in the impoverished community, and then start all over again. It would drive my late 1950s, before the Civil Rights movement, he experienced racial dis- results-oriented mother crazy, but he always said it was not about the crimination that was rampant in society and in the military. During that money. Rather, the enjoyment of the process, whether in sweltering heat or time, all recruits from the Philippines were automatically assigned to the the middle of a monsoon. Regardless of what you are doing, find joy in the mess as cooks. In order to cross train out of the kitchen, he had to score process and you can handle any task. higher than non-minorities on the qualification exams. He used this Though my father had many more sound bites, these three resonate with inequality as a source of motivation: he decided to work harder, be smarter, me. These lessons have helped me navigate this military life by shaping and be more determined to get what he wanted. His hard work paid off by my work ethic, giving me confidence to step outside of my comfort zone, scoring perfect on the qualification tests, which allowed him to be selected while having fun along the way. Thanks Dad.
The Military Common Core
By Lt. Col. Patrick Miller 628th Civil Engineer Squadron commander
In an effort to better prepare our youth for success after high school, many states are adopting what are known as the Common Core State Standards. The Common Core focuses on developing critical-thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills in the areas of mathematics and English. The intent is a more developed, wellrounded generation ready to tackle the rigors of college, career and life. Our five branches of military service also teach a Common Core curriculum. Through daily lessons mentoring, on-the-job training and other interactions - leaders instill a few basic tenets that serve as the foundation for success. We know them more commonly as our Core Values. The Army has seven Core Values, whereas the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Air Force each have three Core Values. Add the 14 Marine Corps Leadership Traits and you have the five Services' Common Core. Over the last few years, I was assigned to two joint bases, graduated from the Naval War College, worked at the Pentagon and deployed as part of a joint task force. These assignments, as well as several deployments in support of our sister services, enabled me to witness firsthand all five Services'
respective Core Values, vallook right and know that regardless of ues such as Duty, Honor, the uniform, the person standing next to Courage, Integrity, you has the same core Character as you. Commitment, Service, Competence addresses how you exeRespect and Excellence. cute the mission. Excellence, duty and Core Values are the basecommitment merely scratch the surface. line -your entry level requireOur service members strive to be the most ments - for the respective proficient Soldier, Sailor, Marine, Coast services. They shape our Guardsmen or Airmen possible. They are most basic actions. From dedicated to honing their craft to ensure execution of the various miswhen they are called upon to act, they are sions to the way service memready to perform unwaveringly. bers treat each other, the Core However, Character and Competence Lt. Col. Patrick Miller Values consistently serve as do not work in isolation; they must co628th Civil Engineer Squadron the underlying framework for exist. You can be of high Character, but, commander our decision making process. if you do not have the Competence to exeAlthough each service establishes its culture cute the mission, you can be a good person in the through its Core Values, I believe there is a common private sector. Conversely, you can be the most theme. The services' Core Values can be distilled to competent firefighter (or pick a trade) but, if you two simple words - Character and Competence. As lack the Character essential to serve our nation, you such, Character and Competence make up the can be a proficient firefighter outside of the military. Department of Defense's Common Core. Character and Competence, they are the foundaCharacter defines us as individuals. It takes a tion that makes us the world's most professional certain Character to earn the privilege of donning and lethal military force in history. Over the comthe uniform. Attributes such as integrity, loyalty, ing days, weeks, months and years, I challenge you courage, honor and respect are all critical to the to remain steadfast of Character, continue to build type of person we want defending our freedom. A Competence and challenge those around you to sense of comfort exists when you look left and then live up to our Common Core.
Woman’s History Month: Rosie the Riveter and me
By Staff Sgt. Alexandra Longfellow 509th Bomb Wing Public Affairs
WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. – As we recognize Women's History Month this March, I am struck by the thought that heroes and role models do not have to be one single person but, in fact, can be several people. For me, this truth is especially relevant. During World War II, many women opted to take on male dominated trades to support their families while their husbands fought in the war. This was a stark change from an era in which women typically held a position as housewives. It was during this time that "Rosie the Riveter" was born. In 1942, Veronica Foster, who had in the previous year become the face of Canadian women in the war effort as "Ronnie the Bren Gun Girl," donned the red bandana and rolled up her sleeves for Canada's neighbors to the south. "Rosie the Riveter," as she was known in the U.S., was soon the iconic image of women entering the workplace and taking up industrial jobs in support of their nation. Originally, it was meant to represent the millions of women employed at shipyards and manufacturing plants who were developing the nation's military arsenal and assembling war supplies. The poster itself evolved into a multi-dimensional inspiration. Shortly thereafter, Redd Evans and John Jacob Loeb wrote a song in tribute to Rosie, which became very popular.
"All the day long, Where rain or shine She's part of the assembly line. She's making history, Working for victory Rosie the Riveter" Even today, Rosie's signature expression and inherent strength are an inspiration to millions of Americans, myself included. I first learned about Rosie when I was seven. My mom handed me a magazine to look through and I saw the bright yellow and blue background overlaid with a girl showing her muscles. I was so intrigued by the girl in the red polka-dot bandana. From that moment on, I constantly asked my parents who she was, what she did and why she did it. I wanted to be exactly like her when I grew up. I pushed myself hard in high school. During those years, we learned my mother had brain cancer, while my father's health would go from bad to worse. I needed to learn to support myself in any and every way possible. I needed to be independent. I applied myself at school, extra-curricular activities and several different jobs. My parents signed the papers for me to enter the Air Force at the age of 17. Three weeks after I graduated high school, I was on a plane headed to San Antonio, Texas, for basic military training. Although I do not get my hands dirty on an assembly line every day the way Rosie did, I still pull my hair back tight and use my hands to get the job done for our military and to provide for my family.
Every time I felt I could not do something, whether in BMT or at my duty station, I remembered the millions of women who rose above and conquered what others thought they could not. My mother passed away while I was at my first duty station and shortly after that my father passed. During those times, I kept a positive attitude. I needed to; it was who I was and who I needed to be. I had a can-do attitude and knew I was not alone. Thinking of Rosie helped me get back up on my feet and continue to do good things with my life and become a better Airman, a better me. I am a single mother of two children, full-time student and a military career woman. I give 100 percent in every aspect in my life. I am a real life Rosie. I have a tattoo of Rosie on my right arm as a symbol of how I became who I am today. Rosie taught me that all people, not just women, can do anything they want as long as they set their mind to it – and history shows that. World War II represented a major turning point for women as they eagerly supported the war effort. The long-term significance of the change brought about by the war provided the foundation for the contemporary women's movement. Although women have made tremendous progress during the past 50 years, Rosie the Riveter still stands as a beacon of inspiration and determination. The "We Can Do It" poster means so much to women in America – a symbol that illustrates both a proud legacy and the challenges they will continue to face and conquer in the future.
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Women's History Month: Remembering the past, looking toward the future By Senior Airman Matthew Lotz 31st Fighter Wing Public Affairs
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy – During the 1900s, answering phone calls, maintaining records and providing minor health care were some of few roles women who served in the military were permitted to fill. Jobs left open because men left for war, gave women the opportunity to step up and volunteer on the home front. A century later, women across the Department of Defense carry responsibilities from maintaining multi-million-dollar aircraft, leading troops through battlefields and serving in higher leadership positions. Women's History Month honors the hard work and contributions made in the past and present. "Those women paved the way for me to be able to serve as a United States Air Force firefighter," said Senior Airman Chelsea Westfall, a 31st Civil Engineer firefighter. "Because of them, I can come to work and feel like I belong. Women are no longer seen as the outsiders." Knowing the efforts of women in the past allow for today's women to prevail and make their own history, not defined by their gender. "We celebrate Women's History Month to remember the struggles women went through to get the equalities we have today," said Chief Master Sgt. Dorothy Olson, the 31st Operations Group chief. "We have achieved what our ancestors worked so hard for."
Today, in the U.S. military, there aren't many jobs women cannot volunteer for. Serving as a testament to this, John McHugh, the secretary of the Army, announced that women, for the first time, will be eligible to participate in U.S. Army Ranger School. "Physically, there may be things that women might not be able to do," Olson said. "But technically or academically, we are the same. The Air Force offers everyone the same opportunities. That's the best part about being in the military -- no one has to worry about whether or not a woman will be able to accomplish a task." Individuals like Col. Linda McTague, the first female fighter squadron commander and the Honorable Sheila Widnall, the first appointed secretary of the Air Force, have led by example and proven women can perform in non-traditional jobs. Technical careers, equal pay and voting rights were merely dreams for women in the past, but now those dreams are constitutional rights. "If you're a technical sergeant, you get paid as a technical sergeant. If you want to make chief master sergeant during your career, with hard work, you are eligible to make chief," Olson said.
According to the Air Force Personnel Center, more than 58,000 women serve in the U.S. Air Force. They have the opportunity to ensure the empowerment given to them is carried on to the next generation. "In an ideal world, people wouldn't focus on our gender, rather how we can be better together," Westfall said. "We go through the same training as men. If I'm wearing a duty badge on my uniform, you should know without hesitation that I belong. We are strong women who fought to be here and we aren't going anywhere."
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628th LRS refuels SAM aircraft Airman 1st Class Desiree Mosher, 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, refuels a 1st Airlift Squadron C-32A at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., during an off-station training mission March 12, 2015. Tech. Sgt. Brian Clipper, an 89th Maintenance Group flying crew chief, observes the operation and assists in the process. U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Master Sgt. Kevin Wallace
eDIVO mobile app for U.S. Navy DIVOs and CPOs now available
From Sea Warrior Program Public Affairs
WASHINGTON – The Navy launched a new app March 11 named eDIVO, designed to provide junior officers and chief petty officers with quick access to information and resources all conveniently located within one mobile application. The eDIVO app is the creation of two junior officers, Lt. Charlie Hymen and Lt. John Harry, who were frustrated with the arduous task of sifting through numerous websites and documents in search of military guidance. Today, their idea and determination has led to the eDIVO app, developed by the Navy and now available for free in the App Store and Google Play Store. The eDIVO app aggregates publicly available information providing quick access to more than 44 documents and 8,300 pages of information in one convenient place significantly decreasing the amount of time it takes to search for frequently needed information. In addition, the eDIVO app works disconnected thus enabling use anywhere, whether ashore or afloat. "The basic concept was to design a mobile app to help division officers and chief petty officers with their day-to-day management of personnel and divisional affairs, as well as give them the tools to succeed as effective leaders," said Hymen. "Actually seeing our app turn into a reality is very fulfilling." "We are thrilled to see this app launched today in both the Apple and Android platforms because we understand firsthand how this product will make life easier for the division officer," said Harry. eDIVO is a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) tool available
for smartphones and tablets, and allows the division officers to find applicable information such as basic military requirements, evaluation writing, sexual assault and harassment, legal issues, enlisted advancement, equal opportunity, and navigation basics. It is designed to help DIVOs take the appropriate steps when faced with typical situations they encounter day-to-day. Beta testers of eDIVO have given the app positive reviews. Lt. j.g. David Galiyas, assistant plans and policies officer, Amphibious Squadron (COMPHIBRON) 6 said, "Instead of spending countless hours searching for instructions, forms and other essential administration, division officers have all of the necessary tools at their fingertips, and can spend more time leading and developing their Sailors. I can't stress enough how much of a positive impact eDIVO will have on the Surface Navy." Also included with the app is a Rules of the Road quiz that includes a question bank of more than 1200 questions (and answers) ensuring that those standing watch are equipped with the resources and training they need to keep their ships safe. Lt. j.g. Hans Lauzen, eDIVO tester and combat information center officer, USS Essex (LHD 2) stated, "eDIVO revolutionizes the way a DIVO can work, and brings being a naval officer into the 21st century. Being able to access key publications, helpful tips, and Rules of the Road quizzes from my phone, I am able to immediately make an impact within my division. It even works on airplane mode so I can use it on the high seas!" The division officer app was developed by the U.S. Navy Sea Warrior Program (PMW 240) and produced under an
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A visitor to the Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association-U.S. Naval Institute (AFCEA/USNI) West 2015 convention tries the eDIVO application on a smart phone. eDIVO is a Navy division officer information and management tool for mobile devices that aggregates documents, providing easy access to the most commonly used and referenced official U.S. Navy information and resources.
agile development process that allowed an operational utility prototype to be released within six months. This process was specifically designed to develop the eDIVO app, and future apps, on a short timeline and small budget. Tracen Technologies Inc., a company that specializes in integrated mobile and web solutions, was the software developer. For more news from PEO for Enterprise Information Systems Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/peoeis/.
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JB Charleston celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday
From Joint Base Charleston Libraries
The Joint Base Charleston Libraries observed the birthday of the famous American children's writer, Dr. Seuss, in March with two celebrations for military members and their families, dedicated to remembering the wonders of his work. More than 180 fans of all ages came out for the celebrations, with the Air Base Library hosting an event March 1, 2015 and the Weapons Station Library holding one March 5, 2015. Traditionally, the event is celebrated at libraries and schools around the world during the month of March to recognize the author's birthday, March 2, 1904. The celebrations provide an opportunity to enjoy books that have thrilled and entertained readers for decades. The JB Charleston Libraries events included songs, a Dr. Seuss story time, games, crafts and birthday cupcakes. Cat in the Hat, Thing 1 and Thing 2 also made an appearance at both programs. "The program was a huge success and everyone involved had a great time celebrating Dr. Seuss' birthday, his books and memorable characters," said Angela Aschenbrenner, JB Charleston Libraries director. For more information about library programs go to www.jbcharleston.com or stop by one of your Joint Base Charleston Libraries.
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Joint Base Charleston families along with the Cat and in Hat, and Thing 1 and Thing 2 sit and listen to a story written by Dr. Seuss during story time March 5, 2015 at the Weapons Station Library on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The Joint Base Charleston Libraries celebrated the birthday of famed children's author Dr. Seuss games, crafts and even birthday cupcakes.
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Joint Base Charleston families celebrated the birthday of famed children's author Dr. Seuss March 1, 2015 at the JB Charleston Air Base Library, S.C., where they made crafts based off the popular book "The Lorax."
MILLINGTON, Tenn. – The Pay and Personnel Administrative Support System (PASS) program has created more than 30 standard operating procedures (SOP) to help Sailors perform their day-to-day personnel activities like travel claims and updating records Navy administrators said recently. The SOPs are accessed through the Manpower, Personnel, Training and Education (MPT&E) intranet on any command access card-enabled computer. A fact sheet is available to show you how to access the SOPs as part of Navy Personnel Command's Plain Talk series at www.npc.navy.mil/career/toolbox/Pages/Pl ainTalk(series).aspx. "Accurate records really start and end with Sailors. We have had some travel claims taking longer to process than we like lately," said Senior Chief Personnel Specialist (SW/AW) Paul A. Smith II, Performance Management Branch, Pay and
Personnel Management Division, Navy Personnel Command. "We have created a checklist that Sailors can print out prior to their permanent-change-of-station travel, stick it in a plastic bag or envelope and take with them. If they take everything on the checklist, put it in the bag and give it to their command pass coordinator (CPC) at the other end, they should have no problems getting their travel claim settled quickly." Travel claims are just one of the many things covered by the SOPs, other subjects include special pays, basic housing allowance, fleet reserve and retirement requests, updating emergency data and transfers to mention a few. "The CPC exists to support the Sailor, and Sailors can educate themselves and help their CPCs at the same time by knowing what they need to do in order to get processes done," said Smith. "It is the Sailor's career, so we want them to have the tools to make it run as smoothly as possible." For more information on other pay and personnel issues go to www.npc.navy.mil.
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Psychological Health Program offers Reservists a place to find help By Staff Sgt. William A. O'Brien Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
The Air Force Reserve Psychological Health Program offers short-term psychological treatment to Reservists in need of assistance. The first of these positions was established at Joint Base Charleston and is run by Regan Morris, a licensed psychologist with more than 30 years of experience in her field. Today she's the 315th Airlift Wing director of psychological health. "They had mental health treatment on the active duty Air Force side but the Air Force Reserve didn't have that option until this program was started in 2012," said Morris. "Due to the up-tempo deployment frequency of Reservists during the height of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, more Reserve units were experiencing combat. That is why the decision to establish this program was made." The goal of the Air Force Reserve Psychological Health Program is to identify potential, short-term issues before they grow into larger problems. There are currently about 20 reserve wings offering this program. "Two thirds of my job is prevention," said Morris. "I do early intervention; somebody could come to me during their UTA weekend. I work on the weekends, so I'm available to help people in crisis situations, to help people who are
stressed out." To help units learn about how to deal with stress, Morris hosts squadron training sessions during commander's calls to teach ways to self-identify excessive stress as well as recognizing stress in their colleagues. "I teach early identification methods for yourself as well as your co-workers. To help people who may be starting to have problems, I teach them about places where they can go to get help within their communities." Morris teaches those who come to her about the options they have when they're on active duty status as well as helping them find resources when they're not in duty status. "I'm licensed, I can evaluate somebody while they are in status and I can help people when they're not in status ensuring they're able to get the proper clinical services they need," said Morris. While Morris' primary job is prevention, she is able to meet with Reservists on a limited basis to work through short-term problems. "I can provide up to eight sessions for non-long-term problems. A long-term diagnosable issue requires the assistance available at a comprehensive mental health facility," said Morris. "I serve a different purpose. I try to intervene before an issue becomes a full-blown problem. If somebody needs long-term treatment, I will work with them to find an appro-
priate course of treatment." When traumatic issues happen with the wing, Morris is also tasked with providing grief counseling to those affected. "In a stressful situation, people are eligible for up to four non-documented counseling sessions," said Morris. "Everybody deals with traumatic situations differently and I am able to be here to help see them through it." According to Morris, part of her therapy is the environment she creates around her patients. "I set up the room in a very specific way. I want to create a very calming atmosphere for people. A place where they can breathe and slow their thoughts down. The room has muted tones to create calmness. I also have a water fountain to create a bit of white noise so nobody from the outside can hear what we discuss. I have pictures of my dad who was in the military so they can see that, while I may not have been in the service, I can relate to them." Morris said the success she had in establishing the program is related directly to the care and support she received from her supervisor. "Colonel Fontenella has been there for me and so supportive since the day I got here. From being understanding and allowing me time off when I experienced my own losses, to supporting me in how I decorated the room, he has meant so much to me in the time we have worked together."
VA eliminates net worth as health care eligibility factor From VA Office of Public Affairs
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs is updating the way it determines eligibility for VA health care, a change that will result in more Veterans having access to the health care benefits they’ve earned and deserve. Effective 2015, VA eliminated the use of net worth as a determining factor for both health care programs and copayment responsibilities. This change makes VA health care benefits more accessible to lower-income Veterans and brings VA policies in line with Secretary Robert A. McDonald’s MyVA initiative which reorients VA around Veterans’ needs. “Everything that we do and every decision we make has to
be focused on the Veterans we serve,” said VA Secretary Robert A. McDonald. “We are working every day to earn their trust. Changing the way we determine eligibility to make the process easier for Veterans is part of our promise to our Veterans.” Instead of combining the sum of Veterans’ income with their assets to determine eligibility for medical care and copayment obligations, VA will now only consider a Veteran’s gross household income and deductible expenses from the previous year. Elimination of the consideration of net worth for VA health care enrollment means that certain lowerincome, non-service-connected Veterans will have less out-ofpocket costs. Over a 5-year period, it is estimated that 190,000 Veterans will become eligible for reduced costs of their health
care services. In March 2014, VA eliminated the annual requirement for updated financial information. VA now uses information from the Internal Revenue Service and Social Security Administration to automatically match individual Veterans’ income information which reduces the burden on Veterans to keep their healthcare eligibility up to date. That change better aligned VA’s health care financial assessment program with other federal health care organizations. Veterans may submit updated income information at www.1010ez.med.va.gov/, or by visiting their nearby VA health care facility. For more information, visit www.va.gov/healthbenefits or call VA toll-free at 1-877-222-VETS (8387).
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The Patriot • March 20, 2015
U.S. Navy photo / Lt. Matthew Stroup
HIGH-FIVE: Command Master Chief Christian Detje from the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard gets a high-five from a young boy along the parade route of the 254th St. Patrick's Day Parade in New York City, March 17.
DoD Photo / Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Daniel Hinton
U.S. Marines perform maintenance checks on an AH-1Z Viper with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard the USS Anchorage (LPD 23) during Amphibious Squadron/Marine Expeditionary Unit Integration Training (PMINT) off the coast of San Diego March 2, 2015. The pilots of VMM-161 (Rein) were practicing take-offs and landings at night to maintain proficiency aboard ship.
Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. James Winnefeld, Jr. takes a photo with a Sailors during his visit to the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) March 5, 2015.
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REFUEL: F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, execute formation maneuvers after refueling from a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England, March 4, 2015, during Exercise Iron Hand over southern France. Through forward presence and ready forces, U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa executes missions in support of regional and global operations to provide global vigilance, global reach and global power for national objectives across an area spanning 104 countries.
U.S. Marine Corps photo / Lance Cpl. Brittney Vella
U.S. Marine Corps photo / Sgt. Jamean Berry
READY FOR A SWIM: A soldier with Operational Detachment Alpha 1215, 1st Special Forces Group, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, runs off the back of a CH-47F Chinook helicopter while conducting a simulated combat dive mission in the water off of Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, March 16, 2015. The helicopter hovered the ocean and allowed the soldiers to conduct a boat movement leading to reconnaissance of the beach and a raid in the training facility at Bellows.
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SAPR Corner Prison Rape Elimination Act
By Tiffany Mizzell Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station SARC
The Prison Rape Elimination Act was passed in 2003. The law created the National Prison Rape Elimination Commission and charged it with developing standards for the elimination of sexual abuse in confinement. The Department of Defense is committed to the prevention, detection, and response to sexual abuse and sexual harassment in military correctional facilities per PREA standards. Prisoners who are victims of sexual abuse are eligible to receive the services of a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and SAPR Victim Advocates, and other support and advocacy services. Prisoners, however, do not
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have a Restricted Reporting option since PREA requires a criminal investigation for every incident of sexual abuse, including anonymous and third-party reports. All prisoners have two reporting options: (1) an Unrestricted Report to disclose to law enforcement and command officials, without requesting confidentiality, that he or she is the victim of a sexual abuse; and (2) an Anonymous Report, for victims of sexual abuse who desire to disclose the allegation privately to SARCs and not have their identity disclosed to the investigators. All prisoners are currently able to receive confidential crisis intervention services through the DoD Safe Helpline.
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Teams from around the world put their robots to the test March 12, 2015, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. during The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) robotics systems competition. The event was hosted by Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic (SPAWAR). The robots are being developed to respond to human and manmade disasters. The finals are scheduled to take place in California, June 2015.
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Chapel Corner Who’ll hold YOUR hand when you walk into the twilight?
By Army Chaplain Lt. Col. (ret) Joel C. Harris The Citadel
Waking up on my 42nd Anniversary last week, I looked at my wife and thought of my old sergeant major. CSM Chuck Smith was in his last assignment and he and his wife Roberta were looking for a quiet place to settle down in retirement but Chuck’s mother was in the advance stages of Alzheimer’s. Rather than put her in a home, they cared for her themselves all
while dealing with their responsibilities of leadership and the weight of watching someone they loved slip further and further away. Yet, they never gave in to despair or gave up on each other. Chuck’s Mom died just before he retired. As they walked away from their last ceremony, Chuck and Roberta reached out and took each other’s hand. When all is said and done, regardless of the rank achieved, the only question is who’ll hold your hand when you walk into the twilight?
CATHOLIC SERVICES Daily Mass Wednesdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Air Base (AB) Chapel Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Weapon Station (WS) Chapel The Blessed Sacrament Chapel is open for prayer between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Friday - Stations of the Cross 6:30 p.m. AB and WS chapels Sunday- Mass 9 a.m. - AB Chapel • 11:30 a.m. - WS Chapel
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Spring has sprung!
U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit
Spring has finally arrived and the signs are all over Joint Base Charleston, including these dogwood trees in full bloom outside the Charleston Air Force Base Chapel.
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Capt. Dawn Clauson, 99th Medical Operations Squadron pediatric clinic nurse manager, poses with her son, Airman 1st Class David Clauson, 22nd Aerospace Medical Squadron medical technician, during his Basic Military Training graduation in 2011, at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Dawn commissioned in 2006, and four of her six children have also joined Air Force.
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MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. – Many Airmen count their family members among the most influential people in their lives. For Senior Airman David Clauson, this is especially true: the 22nd Aerospace Medical Squadron medical technician's father is an Air Force veteran, three of his five brothers are serving or have served as Airmen, and both of his grandfathers and a great-grandfather also wore the Air Force uniform. This pride in service isn't exclusive to the men in the Clauson family, though. David's mother, Capt. Dawn Clauson, is an active duty nurse assigned to the 99th Medical Operations Squadron at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. "She was definitely part of what influenced me to join the military," said David. "She motivated me in my career and has shown me that if she can make it through deployments and deal with the stresses of being active duty, I can do it myself." While Dawn was completing her bachelor's degree in nursing in 2005, she frequently received recruitment letters from the Army, Navy and Air Force. "They all stated age was not an issue," she
said. "I'm a very healthy person, so I asked my two sons who were in the Air Force at the time what they thought about it." Her sons told her she would enjoy the medical side of the Air Force and encouraged her to join. Dawn answered the call to duty and commissioned in June 2006 at the age of 45 years old. David wanted to follow in the footsteps of his family members, and he ended up enlisting in 2011, where he was sworn in by none other than his own mother. "He is so proud that he made me come to [his basic training] graduation in uniform," said Dawn. The heritage passed down from the time her father and grandfather spent in the Air Force pushed Dawn to not only be patriotic in her own right, but to inspire her children. "[My husband] Rick and I believe everyone would gain through at least one term of active duty service," she said. "We encouraged them all to serve their country." David is currently training to become an independent duty medical technician, and he credits much of his determination to his mother. "Not only has she taught me life lessons when I was child, she's continuing to do so today through her own Air Force career," he said. "It brings me a great amount of pride to serve alongside my mother."
Report details causes of December accident
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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – Air Mobility Command released the results of its accident investigation board regarding a Dec. 1, 2014, mid-air collision near Pope Army Airfield, Fort Bragg, N.C. A C-130H assigned to the 440th Airlift Wing (Air Force Reserve Command), and a C-27J assigned to the Army Special Operations Command Flight Company, both at Pope Army Airfield, collided approximately 8 miles south of Mackall AAF, N.C. Both aircraft declared emergencies and landed safely, the C-27 at Mackall AAF and the C-130 at Pope AAF. There were no injuries to the eight C130 crewmembers or the five C-27 crewmembers. The investigation identified several relevant human factors in the mishap: a breakdown in visual scan resulting in insufficient clearing of the aircraft flight path by both aircrews; both aircrews were over-reliant on Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems to alert them to potential traffic conflicts; and both aircrews exhibited complacency due to the routine nature of the mission profiles, despite the inherent risk associated with night, lowlevel visual flight rules operations on night vision goggles. The AIB report is the result of an investigation that included witness testimony; input from technical experts; review of planning, maintenance, and training records; and review for compliance with Air Force directives and guidance.
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March 20 / VA DISABILITY CLAIMS WORKSHOP: From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. a VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. NOTE: Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records)
must sign an authorization letter at the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Clinic’s Medical Records section. This letter must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday workshop that you plan to attend. / The 628th Medical Group will be closed on Friday, March 20th, 2015, for Wingman Day. The clinic will resume normal operations on Monday, March 23, 2015 at 7:30AM. Please request any anticipated medical needs (e.g., shots, pharmaceutical refills) now to ensure that they are addressed prior to Friday. March 24 – 25 / ENTREPRENEUR TRAINING TRACK: This class will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and upon completion participants will have the tools and knowledge needed to identify a business opportunity, draft a plan, launch their enterprise, and an eight week on-line course providing instruction and coverage of the principles of accounting, finance, market analysis, planning, business operations, sales, and more. March 25 / PCS- MOVING MADE EASY: Held from 9:30 to 11 a.m., learn from experts how to prepare and PCS smoothly. / GOOD CREDIT – I WANT THAT (WEBINAR): Held from 3 to 4 p.m. Whether trying to build, fix, or maintain good credit, learn what it takes to reach a great score. March 26 / KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION UPDATE: This training is from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for Key Spouses who have completed the orientation training. April 3 / A webinar, “Is the TSP for Me?” will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn the basics, purpose, how to enroll/maintain your account, strategies and more.
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All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC)-NWS (Building 755) JB Charleston, Weapons Station, unless otherwise specified. For more information, call FFSC at 794-7480 or just register at https://booknow.appointmentplus.com/6yqzqrn0/
March 23-24 / CAREER TECHNICAL TRAINING TRACK (TGPS): The Department of Veterans Affairs conducts a 2-Day Career Technical Training from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. that aids members pursuing career technical training. Members will receive guidance and help in
April 7 / A “My New Space” class will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This mandatory workshop is a prerequisite for individuals moving out of the dorm that addresses tips for financial success. April 8 / MANDATORY TAP Pre-separation Briefings will be provided for separatees and Retirees from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. DID YOU KNOW…per Public Law 107-103, in the case of anticipated retirement, retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS? And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you “career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the Transition GPS Workshop. April 9 / A “Slaying the Debt Dragon” webinar will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tired of being in debt? Explore debt’s history, what undermines our need to stay out of debt, and how to stay out of debt! April 10 / A Workshop for VA Disability Claims will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. NOTE: Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records) must sign an authorization letter at the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Clinic’s Medical Records section. This letter must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday workshop that you plan to attend. / A webinar, “Is the TSP for Me?” will be held from 8 to 9 a.m. Learn the basics, purpose, how to enroll/maintain your account, strategies and more.
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selecting technical training schools and technical fields. March 25 / SERVICE MEMBER’S CIVIL RELIEF ACT (SCRA) – IN DEPTH: 25 MAR, 1400-1600. Feeling overwhelmed with student loan debt? FFSC now offers news, guidance and insightful perspective on your rights and responsibilities for your student loans. Come and learn about how you can pay your loans down, faster, capping your interest rate, and qualifying for additional programs all by invoking your rights under SCRA! March 26 / VA DISABILITY CLAIM WORKSHOP: This workshop held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., is broken down into two sections: From 08000930, the VA representative will provide a Disability Briefing to participants. From 1000-1300 a Medical Records Review/turn-in will take place. Members are welcomed to attend either sessions or the session most relevant to their current situation. / PRESEPARATION COUNSELING: This mandatory counseling held from 1 to 4 p.m., covers benefits and entitlements which is the first step in the transition process. Retiring members may be able to schedule up to 24 months prior to retirement; separating members up to 12 months prior to separation. March 27 / GOOD CREDIT—I WANT THAT: From 1 to 2:30 p.m., find out how you can fix a less-than-great credit rating or how to maintain the good rating you may already enjoy. / LUNCH & LEARN - BRIDGING THE GAP OF FINANCIAL LITERACY: Managing personal finances and preparing for retirement isn't easy for anyone. Held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., gain awareness of financial literacy gaps in saving, investing, retirement/estate planning. We owe it to
ourselves, the generation,& the world to step into managing our wealth. March 30 / HOME BUYING: Do you know if you are ready to purchase a home? Come learn the process of buying property from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Notices
/ Tobacco Cessation Group: Thinking about quitting tobacco? There is a Tobacco Cessation Group meeting the the Naval Health Clinic Charleston. Session 1: February 9 and March 9 / Session 2: January 26, February 23 and March 23. The group meets in the Wellness Classroom and runs from 3:30 to 5 p.m. To register please call 843-791-6916 or just show up! / Cutest Baby Contest, Monthly: Fleet Family Support Center is having a Monthly Facebook Cutest Baby Contest, ages 0 to 2, every second week of the month and ends the last Friday of the month. Stop by the Center and have your baby’s picture taken. Don't forget to visit us on face book at JBCHARLESTONFLEETANDFAMILYSUPPORTCENTER. / CAPSTONE: Capstone is a congressionally mandated culminating activity to verify service members have met their Career Readiness Standards, as identified on the Service Member Career Readiness Standards/ Individual Transition Plan Checklist, DD Form 2958. The checklist, in conjunction with the ITP, will be used by the A&FRC, FFSC, and Commanders (or commander’s designee) to verify status of CRS completion. To schedule your Capstone appointment, call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS at 794-7480.
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