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SOUTH POTOMAC PILOT NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY
CAD/PAD workshops focus on initiatives, requirements
IHD employees support International Logistics Meeting, Technical Exchange Workshop
By Mike Welding NSWC IHD Public Affairs
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During the month of May, the Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Device (CAD/PAD) Joint Program supported two workshops sponsored by NAVAIR's Program Management Air (PMA) 201 at the College of Southern Maryland's La Plata campus. Both workshops focused on ensuring a robust CAD/PAD industry for the U.S. and its foreign customers as they gathered in southern Maryland near the program's management activity. Both forums provided opportunities to discuss new initiatives and emerging requirements. The CAD/PAD program is administered through a Joint Program Office (JPO) staffed by Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) employees.The CAD/PAD Joint Program Office (JPO) is the only Department of Defense program of-
U.S. Navy photos by Matthew Poynor
Attendees listen to presentations at the CAD/PAD Technical Exchange Workshop on May 22. fice that specializes in complete life cycle management of CAD/PAD items. NSWC IHD's Systems Engineering Department's CAD/PAD Division executes the development, engineering, acquisition and logistics support functions for these devices. Additionally, the command's Applied Technology Department produces approximately 10 percent of the yearly replacement requirement and con-
ducts qualification, lot acceptance and surveillance testing of the devices. "At Indian Head Division, we value supporting workshops like this, because we are committed to dynamic communication, coordination and collaboration among CAD/PAD professionals," said Captain Andy Buduo, NSWC IHD's commanding officer. Most CADs/PADs are explosive components installed
Nick Scalfaro, CAD/PAD Manufacturing Branch Manager, talks to ILM attendees about some of the finer details for the CKU-5 rocket motor used in various ejection seats on military aircraft.
on aircraft and other vehicles to save lives during emergencies, such as clearing escape paths, extinguishing fires and ejecting aircrew out of aircraft. CADs/PADs are also used in other scenarios, including delivering weapons on target, jettisoning equipment from aircraft or deploying certain types of parachutes. The first meeting was the 22nd CAD/PAD International Logistics Meeting (ILM) held May 1-3. The ILM workshop is for military personnel who order, maintain and handle CAD/PAD devices. According to Mike Thornton, the CAD/PAD Division Director, the ILM gives users at the end of the CAD/PAD supply chain the opportunity to discuss logistical issues directly with the JPO. "This is a meeting where those who manage CADs/PADs at the deckplate can tell us what their issues are and make suggestions for
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NSWC Dahlgren holds first Patent Awards Ceremony By John J. Joyce, NSWC Dahlgren Division Corporate Communications Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Dahlgren Division held its first Patent Awards ceremony May 21 to recognize and honor the command's inventors and patents. "The individuals we honor today have taken on arduous tasks to find technological solutions to challenges facing our warfighters and the Fleet," said NSWCDD Commander Capt. Michael Smith and NSWCDDTechnical Director Carl Siel in the brochure listing 26 patent holders honored for 14 patents. "Through their keen observation and true genius, our patent awardees have created more effective and accurate weapon mechanisms and platforms, increased the capabilities of sensor and other systems, and enhanced physical safety." Over the past 10 years, 154 patents have been awarded to NSWC Dahlgren personnel - top problem solvers who recognized a need, assessed the problem and persisted until they found solutions.
U.S. Navy photo by Kimberly Brandts
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Technical Director Carl Siel, Office of Naval Research Counsel Catherine Donovan, and NSWCDD Commander Capt. Michael Smith present the NSWCDD Patent Award to Engagement Systems Department engineer Vincent Vendetti for his invention, "The Dovetail Alignment and Locking System" at the command's first Patent Awards Ceremony held in May 2012. "You are truly the members of an elite group," keynote speaker Cather-
ine Donovan, Counsel to the Office of Naval Research, told the awardees.
"Receiving a U.S. patent is a significant event. It's a formal recognition that an invention is in a very special class of inventions - those worthy of a patent. A patent is also an opportunity to use your skills and knowledge to transfer the invention to the private sector. While patenting is a team effort, the critical team player is you, the employee inventor. You are the creator and innovator." Capt. Smith referred to Thomas Edison's famous quote - "genius is one percent inspiration and 99 percent perspiration" - in his welcoming remarks. "Third, it takes perseverance," emphasized the NSWCDD Commander. "That is why our patent holders are key to NSWC Dahlgren's ability to meet the needs of today's warfighters and the fleet as well as to prepare for the Navy of the future." The patents represent a culmination of effort by many individuals, including the inventors, the Invention Evaluation Board members, the patent attorneys, and others who conceive - and reduced to practice the technological innovations arising from the command's research and
See Patent, Page 4
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State economic development team sizes up Dahlgren By Andrew Revelos NSASP Staff Writer Members of the organization chartered by Virginia's General Assembly to attract businesses to the Commonwealth toured Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren on May 24 to discuss the installation's role in the economy of the state's Northern Neck region. Leaders of theVirginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) met with Navy officials from Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP), Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).The goal: learn about the diverse mission sets of those commands and how they might be affected by ongoing uncertainty in the federal budget. The group also discussed Dahlgren's prospects for growth and offered their assistance as an advocate of the base to the private sector. The delegation was joined by Nicole Thompson, economic development director for King George County, and Ted Hontz, chairman of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce's Military Affairs Council and a former commanding officer of the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC).
According to a study led by Steven Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis at George Mason University, approved and projected budget cuts to the Department of Defense (DoD) will hit the Virginia economy especially hard. In fiscal year 2013, the study projects just over $45 billion in reduced military equipment acquisitions across DoD. In Virginia, that works out to 122,800 job losses, $7.4 billion in lost earnings and a $10.8 billion reduction in gross state product (GSP). The study put the commonwealth just below California, in terms of the economic damage of reductions in military equipment acquisitions. The latter state, however, has more than four times the population ofVirginia, making the projected losses here especially painful. "This is my first visit to Dahlgren," said Martin Briley, VEDP's president and CEO. "The Virginia Economic Development Partnership works with the Secretary of Commerce and Trade and Governor McDonnell: we're looking very closely at what is happening in the federal government environment right now and at military bases." Within the troubled budget picture, however, there are a few bright
spots on board NSF Dahlgren. Scott Perry, director of program operations for Aegis BMD, told the delegation about his organization's most recent successful intercept of a ballistic missile over the Pacific Ocean in a test conducted on May 9. The program is a key element of European Phased Adaptive Approach (PAA) of missile defense that will eventually deploy a landbased version of naval anti-missile technology to Romania and Poland. Perry described the program's rapid evolution since Aegisequipped ships were found to be capable of tracking Scud missiles launched at Israel during the 1991 Gulf War. The observation led to fast-paced investigation into potential capabilities of using the Aegis system to defeat ballistic missiles, proving out the concept and rapidly expanding the Fleet's capacity in this mission area. More than 100 SM-3 missiles and 24 ships are on line with the U.S. Navy today. "You know the saying 'hit a bullet with a bullet' analogy you read about in the newspaper?" asked Perry. "I'd like to modify it a bit. The SM-3 isn't dumb like a bullet and it goes much faster: you're
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U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Martin Briley (l.), VEDP president and CEO, and Ted Hontz, chairman of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce's Military Affairs Council, observe a simulation demonstrating technology developed by the CBR Defense branch.
Pam Clements completes 38 years of service
Indian Head says goodbye to long-serving employee By Andrew Revelos NSASP Staff Writer
For 38 years, through thick and thin, Pam Clements has served commands on board Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. After a distinguished career with the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) and the Naval Ordnance Safety and Security Activity (NOSSA), Clements will retire to focus on family, education, sewing and travel. Clements' story began in 1974, a time when the military was downsizing after the Vietnam War and facing cuts, a time not unlike the present. What started as a way to pay for law school became a long and successful career, though the journey was not without its bumps. "While I was qualified for a higher position, I accepted a GS-2 administrative position at Indian Head just to get a job, thinking that I would just stay long enough to earn money to possibly go to law school," she said. "My first week of work was a disaster." Poor communication from the human resources and the seemingly endless myriad of military acronyms left Clements discouraged. The lack of uniformed service personnel on board the installation added to the confusion of a young employee who wanted to contribute to the war effort. "Everyone was so busy that first week and it seemed they were just working
er opportunity to help me acclimate to the job." Clements accepted the offer. "Needless to say, 38 years later I am still here," she said.
Importance of leadership, accountability
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Pam Clements, director of explosive safety operations for NOSSA, had only one request for her retirement after 38 years of service: that she receive a flag that was flown above NOSSA and NSWC IHD, the organizations she served. CS2 Stephen Amoahnyarko (l.) and YN2 David Parker prepare to fly the flag at Bldg. 20. around me and not assigning me work because it took a lot of explaining in 'plain language' to get me to know how to do the work," said Clements. By Friday, Clements had enough and tendered her resignation. "That was a pivotal day for me," she said. "My supervisor
stopped what he was doing immediately, sat me down and told me that we just needed to 'start over' on Monday. "He told me it was his fault, not mine and that while I had only been there a week, he valued me and what I could potentially bring to the organization and he asked that I give him anoth-
"From the start I learned the important role that leadership and accountability play in the success of the Navy. I learned that the most important work of leadership is to support their staff, to make them successful. I have carried that lesson with me throughout my career." Along with learning leadership skills, Clements pursued educational expertise in environmental science, but the end of the Vietnam War in 1975 presented a new set of challenges in the form of a reduction in force (RIF) in 1976. "Just as my position was abolished, Indian Head had to start applying for environmental wastewater permits and at the same time they were starting up a fledgling organization called the Ordnance Environmental Support Office (OESO)," said Clements. "Fortunately for me, I had gained education and experience in environmental science and Ivan Tominack, a long-time manager at Indian Head saw potential in me and hired me to manage the permits and wastewater sampling program
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CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg or King George to Indian Head, Monday thru Friday with one RDO, prefer 7-430, but hours can be negotiated. 703909-3380. Riders wanted to start a carpool from the Northern Neck (Lively/Lancaster), passing through Warsaw at 0605 and Montross at 0615, arriving at Dahlgren by 0700; leaving Dahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at 540-653-6776 or 571-232-5412 (cell). From the Ferry Farm area to Dahlgren Bldg. 1500 area. Prefer early work hours. Call Mark, 540-653-2148. Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves from Richmond at Home Depot on Atlee-Elmont Rd. (exit # 86B off I-95) to Dahlgren. Call David at (540) 653-9203. Clinton, Md., to Dahlgren. Hours are flexible (0600 - 1700). Call Miranda at 703692-9590. Carpool/vanpool wanted from Montross area to Dahlgren. Can also take up to 3 or 4 riders from here if they would prefer me to drive. Call Doc at 252-670-6686. Early risers only.
Want to start a carpool? Need riders? “Commuter Clearinghouse� is a source for information on carpools or vanpools that already exist and need passengers, as well as a place for employees to advertise to start a carpool or vanpool. Whether you already operate a carpool or vanpool and are open to accepting new riders or need drivers, or if you are looking for a carpool or vanpool, provide us with information that might help you find or start a commuter opportunity, such as, where you will need to commute from and to, preferred schedule and contact information. You can send your information via email to nsasp_pao_dlgr@ navy.mil or contact our office toll free at 866-359-5540, or DSN 249-8153, or 540-653-8153.
FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING SERVICE GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service that assists persons who are seeking daily transportation from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and King George counties to employment locations in Dahlgren among other employment sites. Go to www.gwregion.org/gwride connect.html.
U.S. Navy photo by Andrew Revelos
Bike to Work Day peddles fun Edwin Roman, Ed Whitbeck and Steve Krashevski (l. to r.), all assigned to Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division, strike a pose at the Village Green Pavilion before bicycling their way to work on board Naval Support Facility Indian Head on May 18. The cyclists were among the dozens of people who peddled their way to work as part of Bike to Work Day in the town of Indian Head.
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for the base, and to help bring his vision of the OESO to life." As a newly-minted environmental assistant, Clements was set on a professional course that would see her through rest of her career, from GS-5 to GS-15. In 1986, she took on a supervisor role at OESO and would eventually manage a staff of 12. While Clements never did fulfill her law school dream, she made a definite impact in the legislative affairs of the Department of Defense (DoD). "In the 1990s I worked heavily with OPNAV and OSD staff on legislation to allow DoD to self-regulate on issues related to explosives as hazardous waste, based on explosives safety criteria already established by the Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board," she said. "After many years of negotiations, the bill was passed and exists today." When OESO transitioned from NSWC IHD to the then-new command of NOSSA in 2000, Clements took her environmental expertise to the organization. The goal: integrate the Navy's environmental program for explosives with explosives safety policy. Clements retires as director of explosives safety operations for NOSSA, but not without helping institutionalize the leadership lesson she learned during her first week of work. "NOSSA, Navy HRO, and DDESB were able to convince the Office of Personnel Management to establish a professional career path series for explosives safety specialists which will allow those in the
explosives safety profession to have a clear career progression path, which in turn will attract those with explosives safety expertise to this career." Clements pulled no punches when answering a question about what she will and won't miss. "I will most certainly miss the daily contact with the wonderful people that I have worked with in the Navy, in other services, DoD, and in other venues across the industry," she said. "I will miss being a part of the daily execution of the Navy's mission. I have come to love the Navy and all that it stands for. "I will not miss budget drills and listening to or reading false press reports about the Navy and about the 'poor' work ethic of government employees in general. To me the term 'good enough for government work' means that it is the best people, bringing their best skills, to produce the best products and services to support and protect our war fighters."
No 'shrapnel in her wake'
Clements staff, peers and boss were unanimous in their opinion. "What's remarkable about [Clements] is the breadth of her experience," said Capt. Jason Gilbert, NOSSA commanding officer. "Not only did she have purview over all of the Navy's ordnance environmental concerns, she was directly responsible for promulgating the policy and guidance for the safety of all conventional ordnance that Navy was concerned with. Her work was very, very significant." "Pam asked me to come work for her in May 1993 at OESO, and I have not regretted a day since," said Margaret Hayes, a NOSSA employee.
"Throughout the 19 years I have worked with Pam, she has taught me many valuable 'nuggets' and I always knew she had my back when I really believed in something. "She pushed me hard on things that I did not have the confidence to do on my own, which made me a better worker and person. Pam's visionary strategy will forward NOSSA's mission for many years to come." "I've worked with Pam for the last six years (some of those years as her assistant) and she has always been very kind to the people who are in her section," said Sue Wells, executive assistant at NOSSA. "She gets things done and knows how to hold her own, but never in an unkind or demeaning way. "Pam has the perfect combination of skills that enable her to bullet through her job requirements without leaving shrapnel in her wake. We will all miss her very much." Clements plans on spending her retirement reaching new educational goals, sewing, volunteering and traveling. When her husband Brad retires, the couple plans to go on a rail tour to Alaska and a cruise. But Clements will miss her colleagues. "All that I am, and all that I have achieved throughout my career is because someone believed in me, someone supported me, someone taught me and someone gave me an opportunity to succeed," she said. "I owe a lifetime of gratitude to all of my supervisors and co-workers who have demonstrated leadership and held me accountable for my work. These people deserve the credit for helping me to have a wonderful and meaningful career."
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Base Happenings Dahlgren
See "Courageous" on June 16 and 17
Dahlgren hosts travel and education expo
What an opportunity to do something fun and special for Dad on Father's Day? Bring him out to one of two free matinee showings of the movie "Courageous" on Saturday, 16 June or Sunday, 17 June at 3 p.m. at the Dahlgren Base Theater. Open to all with base access and admission is free!
ASBP Blood Drive June 19!
Armed Services Blood Program will hold a blood drive on Tues., June 19 from 8 a.m. - Noon at ATRC, Bldg. 1520. Blood collected benefits military members and their families at home, overseas, in harm's way and recovering from injuries. Give our troops the most precious gift of all, the gift of life. Give blood!
NEX Now Sells Tires
The Dahlgren Navy Exchange will be selling tires! We have partnered with Sullivan Tires of La Plata to offer you an average saving of 22% to 26% off each tire when bought through the Exchange. Visit www.sullivanstireonline.com to find the tires that are right for you. Come to us and we will take care of the rest! If you have any questions, feel free to call the store at (540) 653-5312 or just stop by and ask.
Dahlgren to Host 4th of July Event
NSF Dahlgren will host a base open house for July 4th. Gates open at 3 p.m., event begins at 4 p.m. Live performances by Glass Onion Band and Nelson, the sons of the late Ricky Nelson. Event will include games and crafts for kids, a car show, Operation Rising Star military singing competition, food for sale and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. All are invited to attend.
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ASBP Blood Drive June 12!
Mark your calendars for 2012 Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drives at NSF Indian Head in 2012. Donors can give on Aug. 8 at Naval Sea Logistics Command and June 12 and Oct. 3 at the Mix House. Blood collected benefits military members and their families at home, overseas, in harm's way and recovering from injuries. Give our troops the most precious gift of all, the gift of life. Give blood!
IH Spouses' Club Opens "Treasures" Thrift Store
Plan today to visit the Treasures Thrift Store, located at 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. The store is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations of gently used items are currently being accepted.Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store every month?Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operating hours or email ihspouseclub@live.com for information.
To publish information on your event or program under "Base Happenings," contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540-653-8153 or email jeron. hayes@navy.mil.
U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos
Naval Support Facility Dahlgren hosted a travel and education expo at the parade field May 16 featuring travel and education information, prizes and of course, fun!
Maryland Comptroller Franchot and the IRS warn of scam using fraudulent emails
ANNAPOLIS, MD - Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot, following the lead of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), warned Marylanders today of an emerging scam involving fraudulent emails.The emails, being sent to military personnel, military retirees and civilian employees, indicate that individuals who are receiving disability compensation from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) may be eligible to obtain additional funds from the IRS. "We want to inform every Marylander of this scam," said Comptroller Franchot. "In these tough economic times, unscrupulous people prey on the vulnerabilities of others. While an unexpected windfall may sound mighty appealing, we urge Marylanders not to take the bait." The email appears to come from Defense Finance and Accounting Services, and while the email address displays a .mil domain, it is not a legitimate government email address. The email states that by sending copies of VA award letters, income tax returns, 1099-Rs, Retiree Account Statements and DD 214s to a colonel at an address in Florida, individuals who are currently receivingVA disability compensation can receive additional funds from the IRS. To avoid falling victim to this or other scams, the IRS reminders taxpayers to beware of the following: 1. Fictitious claims for refunds or rebates based on false statements of entitlement to tax credits 2. Emails from unfamiliar senders asking for personal information 3. Internet solicitation that direct individuals to toll-free numbers and then solicit Social Security numbers or other personal information For further protection, if you receive suspicious correspondence from the IRS or the Comptroller of Maryland, contact the respective office to verify the information.
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ing, using, or selling one's inventions is fundamental to the financial success of innovative businesses," said Donovan. The ONR Counsel then cross-examined herself. How does that cornerstone of financial profit apply to inventions made at Navy Research facilities? Why do we seek to patent our inventions? "The taxpayer benefits, the Navy benefits, and our inventors benefit," said Donovan, citing three reasons:
- Provide a technological return to the taxpayer by licensing our inventions to U.S. businesses so that these inventions may be commercially developed for public use. - Obtain defensive protection for the Navy so that others cannot obtain patents to Navy inventions and then block the Navy from using our own inventions. - To attain international recognition, and potential financial remuneration, for the inventors of useful, novel, and non-obvious inventions. Capt. Smith pointed out that the patents also ensure the Navy's ability to integrate complex systems and work smarter in addition to saving time and money.
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MWR Highlights Indian Head Aquatic Center Dive In to Summer Fun!
The Pool is now open for the 2012 Summer Season. The Aquatic Center offers open swim hours, lap swim, water aerobics, private party rentals and more! Stop by the Fitness Center between now and Memorial Day for more information or to purchase your pool passes. After Memorial Day call 301-744-4616 and the pool staff will be able to assist you.
Library Doughnuts with Dad
June 15 at the Library Stop by anytime throughout the day and enjoy doughnuts, coffee and juice and make a craft for Father's Day. This event is FREE and open to all eligible patrons.
Dahlgren Liberty Center 540-653-7277
Liberty King's Dominion Trip
June 16, Van leaves at 8 a.m. Price $20 / Liberty Center Patrons Only. E1- E6 Single/Unaccompanied Active Duty Military. For more information, contact 540-653-7277.
Library/Resource Center 540-653-7474
Doughnuts with Dad
June 16, 10 a.m. Come celebrate Father's Day with a special craft time treat at the Library! Contact the Dahlgren Library for information at 540-653-7474.
Aquatics Center 540-653-8088
Father's Day at the Pool
June 17, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Want to have fun with Dads this Father's Day? How about a visit to the pool? Dads get in free! Open to all with base access. For more info, contact the Aquatics Center at 540-653-8088 or Liz Kwasniak 540-653-6213.
Bowling Center Cannonball Lanes 540-653-7327
Father's Day Bowl
June 17, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Dads and kids get discounted games, $2.50/game. Open to all with Base Access. For more information contact Cannonball Lanes 540-653-7327.
Dahlgren Movie Theater 540-653-7336 Hours of Operation Friday & Saturday: 7 p.m. Showings Price of Shows $5 Civilian, $4 Active Duty, Retired and Reserve Mil E7 and above and their family members with ID, $2.50 E1-E6 and below and their family members with ID, $2 Child (6-11), Free - Child (5 and under). Movies show in 3D will cost an additional $1 to ticket price. June 8 - Think Like A Man Rated PG-13 - 122 min June 9 - The Raven Rated R - 110 min June 15 - The Avengers (2D) Rated PG-13 - 142 min June 16 - Dark Shadows Rated PG-13 - 120 min
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Community Notes Dahlgren Kenmore Club Yard Sale Fundraiser June 9
KenmoreClub,aprogramoftheRappahannockAreaCommunity Services Board (RACSB), is hosting a yard sale on Saturday,June9,from8a.m.to1p.m.Donationsarebeingaccepting through Thursday, June 7. Kenmore Club is located at the Barbara C.Terry Building, 632 Kenmore Ave., Fredericksburg. Funds raised through the annual yard sale support club member activities throughout the year. Kenmore Club provides psychosocial rehabilitation services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness.The purpose of Kenmore Club is to provide citizens who are living with the effects of mental illness the chance to work and become self-supporting members of the community. Members voluntarily participate in work units of their choice that focus on the duties necessary for the daily operation of the club. Educational training and supported employment are also provided. There are nearly 100 active members. For more information or to arrange a donation drop-off, contact Anna Loftis, Kenmore Club Advocate, at asilverberg@racsb.state.va.us or 540-373-7737.
Indian Head Charles County Government Improved Website
CharlesCountyrecentlyunveiledanew,improvedCharles County Government website. The site has been completely redesigned to provide the public with better navigation and consistency across county departments. The visually appealing website has a new URL, www.charlescountymd.gov. Citizens should find it easier to locate information about Government programs and services on the new website.
O'Donnell Lake Restaurant Park Sunset Concerts
St. Charles Companies presents Free Friday Night Concerts through August 31 at O'Donnell Lake Restaurant Park in St. Charles, Md. Each Friday offers great family fun and entertainment! Concerts feature a variety of local artists and musical genres, beginning at 7 p.m. and ending at dusk. Free parking for all attendees. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy the lakefront setting. Coolers permitted; no alcohol or glass. The O'Donnell Lake Restaurant Park is located at the intersection of St. Patrick's Drive and Smallwood DriveWest
in St. Charles, across from the movie theater and St. Charles Towne Center. Sponsored by the St. Charles Companies. Learn more about the St. Charles Companies at stcharlesmd.com or facebook.com/stcharlesmd. For more information, contact Craig Renner at 301.843.8600 or crenner@stcharlesmd.com. Summer Concert Schedule: June 8 - USAF Rock Band - Max Impact - Original Rock June 15 - The Lynn Hollyfield Band - Original Contemporary & Folk June 22 -The Steve Cavanaugh Band - Original, Rock, Fusion & Jam June 29 - US Navy Cruisers - Rock July 6 - John O'Loughlin and the Blarney Stones Band Irish Traditional
EMS for Children Day Teddy Bear Clinic
The 2012 EMS for Children Day event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 20, at 6 p.m., at Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf. During this fun-filled event, the Charles County Department of Emergency Services will host its popular Teddy Bear Clinic. Children are invited to bring their sick or injured teddy bears to meet real Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team members. The team will help children fix up their favorite friend with extra special care! In addition to the Teddy Bear Clinic, the Charles County Sheriff's Office will be on hand with summer safety tips, there will be discussions on injury prevention, and there will be ambulance tours and plenty of giveaways! For more information on this event or others offered by Charles County Government, visit our website at www.charlescountymd.gov Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.
Charles County Tourism and Recreation Expo
Charles County will hold aTourism and Recreation Expo and Symposium on Saturday, June 23, from Noon-6 p.m. at Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive,Waldorf. The Symposium celebrity guest speaker is Charles Mann, former Redskin and entrepreneur, and philanthropist. The Expo will feature exciting displays and information booths from local businesses in the tourism and recreation industries. Come experience great demonstrations, receive freebies, and win door prizes, all while learning about the amazing opportunities in Charles County. For more information
about sponsorship opportunities or exhibiting in the event, contact Catherine Carroll at 301-396-5819 or CarrollC@CharlesCounty.org.
CSM Summer Camps Programs
In the carefree days of summer, kids and teens attending College of Southern Maryland camps will be exploring their interests in writing poetry, building Lego robots, engineering and building bridges, zoology and entomology, computer illustration and art-while having fun and making new friends. Kids' and teen college camps run June 18 through Aug. 16 at CSM's La Plata, Leonardtown and Prince Frederick campuses. Classes are full days 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or half days from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 4:30 p.m. Kids' college programs are for children ages 5-10 years old; teen college programs are for 11- to 17-year-olds. Programs include arts and crafts, music and theater, engineering and information technology, languages and literature, math and game strategies, sports and athletics, and science. For information and schedule of classes, visit www.csmd.edu/KidsCollege.
Sotterley Plantation War of 1812 Living History
Sotterley Plantation's War of 1812 Living History "The Choice" will be part of the three year national bicentennial commemoration of this war in our region. "The Choice" will take place on June 9th, July 14th, and August 11th, with showings of the performance at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on each event date. This event is free to the public, but space is limited. Advanced reservations can be made by calling the Sotterley office at 301-373-2280.
July 4th Fun at Regency Furniture Stadium
On Wednesday, July 4, from 4:30 - 9:30 p.m., Celebrate Charles: A Fun-Filled Fourth will be held at Regency Furniture Stadium. Come and sample the "Taste of Charles County." Local restaurants and caterers will provide tasting-size portions. Live music will be provided by John Luskey,Three Sixty, and Scott's New Band. A family fun zone will be available with amusements, face painting and more. A cornhole tournament, car show, and fireworks will be part of the festivities.To register for the cornhole tournament, visit www.midatlanticcornhole.com/cornhole-tournaments/ charles-county-tournament/. For information on participating as a Taste of Charles County vendor or volunteer, contact Rachel Reynolds at 301-645-0601 or ReynoldsR@CharlesCounty.org.
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Excellence in leadership, diversity highlighted at Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) held an Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance at the Aegis Training and Fleet Readiness Auditorium May 22, recognizing the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the nation and the Navy. The theme this year was "Striving for Excellence in Leadership, Diversity, and Inclusion." “Diversity has made our nation and our Navy stronger,” said NSWCDD Commander Capt. Michael Smith in his opening remarks. “To benefit the most from that diversity, every individual, military or civilian, must be encouraged and enabled to reach his or her full potential. This is an important goal at NSWC Dahlgren and key to our mission success.” Three keynote speakers inspired the Dahlgren audience to reach their full potentials and to make an impact with diverse thoughts, ideas and competencies. Ms. Giao Phan - the Coast Guard Deputy Director of Acquisition Programs since November 2007 - said that excellence in leadership requires setting goals; being passionate about what you do; learning to communicate well; and knowing the importance of mentoring. Phan said that the Naval Sea Systems Command leadership development program helped her to aim higher in her career, explaining it was important for her to stretch beyond engineering and learn more about financial management. Phan emphasized that she believes it is important to repay her debt and her people's debt to the United States military for what they did for her country, Vietnam. She also credited her volunteerism as being important in teaching her organizational skills. "What is diversity?" Ms. Ye-Ling Wang, Deputy Program Manager PEO Carriers, asked the audience. It depends on who you talk to, said Wang, pointing out that her co-worker believes diversity translates to, “women in leadership roles”. Wang, the Deputy Program Manager for the Future Aircraft Carriers Program – a malecentric organization – said she understands her co-worker's perspective of diversity. However, what makes us strong, said Wang,
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actually hitting a bullet with a supercomputer in outer space, from a ship moving at sea, when the closure rates are on the order of miles per second." Aegis BMD has a bright future in the growing arena of missile defense. "We're just getting started," said Perry. "We've literally got 40 more years." Aegis BMD's location, near the Naval Air and Missile Defense Command (NAMDC), the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC), and the Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS), has helped enable the rapid increase in capabilities. "The people who make Aegis BMD real are all right here," said Perry. The visit also included an overview briefing on NSWCDD capabilities and programs by Capt. Michael Smith, along with a presentation and tour by NSWCDD's Chemical, Biological and Radiological (CBR) Defense branch. There, the delegation learned about how technology has evolved beyond defending ships from CBR substances.The protective
are all the diverse ideas we can pull together. Wang spoke about the evolution of thinking of diversity in terms of the diversity of ideas. Older generations may still think in terms of gender, race, ethnic background and religion but the younger generation tends to look at differences in approaches, skills, and talents, she said. The event’s third guest speaker, Professor Nguyen Bich, focused on inclusion. The long road of integration in America was just beginning when Dr. Bich arrived in the United States in 1956. Americans have a long history of being Eurocentric, Bich pointed out, adding that we are beginning to see that we are a country between two oceans. The Hanoi,Vietnam—born educator, lecturer, author and translator quoted numbers from the 2010 census and the latest reports showing the growth of U.S. minorities and that by 2020 – Caucasians will be the minority. Inclusion is a two-way process, said Bich, who taught Literature, Culture and Civilization at George Mason University’sTrinity College. In closing, the professor and co-founder of the National News Service – which provides news for readers of Vietnamese language to newspapers worldwide – sang a Vietnamese love song, making the point that we may not understand the language but we can relate to the passion and universal human experience. In 1977, then-President Jimmy Carter established the first official Asian and Pacific American Heritage Week during the first 10 days of May. The month of May was chosen to both commemorate the immigration of the first Japanese people to the United States May 7, 1843, and mark the anniversary of the completion of the first transcontinental railroad May 10, 1869. The majority of the individuals who laid the tracks on the first transcontinental railroad were Chinese immigrants. Twelve years later, then-President George H.W. Bush extended the observance throughout the entire month of May. In 1992, the month long celebration was officially signed into law and named Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month. "Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have persevered and flourished, achieving success in every sector of American life," not-
filters developed at CBR Defense were adapted for use in buildings and the organization's advanced computer modeling capability can help emergency managers plan for disasters. Briley thanked his hosts as the delegation departed. "We're very pleased that Nicole Thompson, the economic development director of King George County, brought this group together to be hosted by [NSASP Commanding Officer] Capt. Pete Nette and we're grateful to him," he said. "The presentations we've seen today have been eye-opening to say the least. Dahlgren has a terrific reputation and coming here today, having a few hours to talk with the leadership, has given us a much closer view of just how important the facility is and some of the amazing accomplishments that have taken place here." Briley pledged his organizations' support to commands and activities at Dahlgren. "We've learned a lot and made new friends and new partnerships," he said. "We'll continue to work together to see what Governor McDonnell's administration and the Virginia Economic Development Partnership can do to be helpful."
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Ms. Giao Phan, the U.S. Coast Guard Deputy Director of Acquisition Programs, tells the Dahlgren audience celebrating Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance at the Aegis Training and Fleet Readiness Auditorium that excellence in leadership requires setting goals; being passionate about what you do; learning to communicate well; and knowing the importance of mentoring. ed President Barack Obama in his 2010 Presidential Proclamation. "They stood shoulder to shoulder with their fellow citizens during the civil rights movement; they have served proudly in our Armed Forces; and they have prospered as leaders in business, academia, and public service." The Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute provides printable posters, presentations and educational facts on their website, http://www.deomi.org/ under the section "Special Observances."
During World War II, Chinese and Japanese American men and women enlisted for military service in great numbers. More than 20,000 Chinese Americans – or one out of every five in the United States – served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Filipino and Korean Americans also participated in the nation’s war effort. Asian Pacific American Navy men and women continued to serve honorably in the U.S. Navy and participated in the Korean and Vietnam wars and throughout the Cold War. In 1971, the Navy formally lifted the restrictions that had previously limited Philippine-born recruits in the Navy to the steward rating only. Asian Pacific Americans continue to serve in our Navy today, with more than 20,000 represented in our Navy Total Force. Today, the Navy remains strongly committed to diversity and inclusion, creating a culture where everyone can give their best efforts to carry out the mission.
Facts and Figures - Nine admirals, 11 members of the senior executive service, and 191 master chief petty officers of Asian and Pacific American heritage are currently leading the Navy. - There are more than 340,000 veterans of Asian and Pacific American heritage, approximately 1.5 percent of the 23 million American veterans. - The Navy History and Heritage Command’s website, www.history.navy.mil/index.html, features photos and biographies of many Asian and Pacific American Sailors who have served in the Navy.
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Representatives from 22 foreign nations attended this year's ILM workshop, the first held since 2010.
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improvement," said Thornton. Tracking CADs/PADs is a major undertaking. Experts in escape system mechanics, parachute rigging, ordnance and maintenance management track over 550,000 installed explosive parts on different systems. More than 90,000 of these devices also get replaced each year. CAD/PAD employees also handle more than a million CADs each year to support weapons release, countermeasures and sonobuoy operations, and the ILM has had direct impacts on supply chain delivery. "The majority of our logistical process improvements we've made over the years have started from these meetings," said Lee Manis, the CAD/PAD Deputy Assistant Program Manager for Logistics. "We've saved something on the order of
150 recurring man years based on input from the Fleet." Another benefit that came out of the ILM was delivery time of components. "In the past, it used to take 30 to 35 days for our Fleet customers to get their CADs/PADs," said Karl Lehman, CAD/PAD Logistics Branch Manager. "Now, it takes less than 14 days." The second meeting was the ninth CAD/PAD Technical ExchangeWorkshop held May 22-24. This bi-annual event promotes the longterm health and economic competitiveness of the CAD/PAD industry by sharing information among private industry, academia, national labs and government agencies. "This forum provides an invaluable opportunity to discuss new initiatives and recent and emerging requirements," said Travis Thom, the CAD/PADTechnical Exchange Workshop coordinator. "It is the only inter-orga-
nizational meeting dedicated to presenting new technologies and program updates relevant to the CAD/PAD industry, which ultimately benefits future warfighting capabilities through the incorporation of new technology, increased product reliability and readiness at potential reduced costs." At their core, both programs measure progress by the same metric. "Our whole purpose is to help our customer," said Dee Holt, the program's Foreign Military Sales Logistics Management Specialist Coordinator. "We measure our success by their success." As the largest Department of Defense full-spectrum energetics facility, NSWC Indian Head Division is one of 10 Naval Sea Systems Command Warfare Center Divisions. NSWC IHD's mission is to research, develop, test, evaluate and produce energetics and energetic systems for fighting forces around the globe.
High school and college graduates who are dependents of military personnel and civilian employees at Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head and NSF Dahlgren will be featured in an upcoming special edition of the South Potomac Pilot on June 22. If you have a child that is graduating from high school, trade school, military boot camp or college, you are invited to submit a photo of your grad! In addition, military and civilian personnel graduating from an academic institution in 2012 are also invited to submit photos, along with graduate's name, name of the school from which they graduated and the degree earned. Photos can be submitted electronically (preferable) or hard copy photos can be delivered to sites at Dahlgren and Indian Head. Digital images should be at a resolution of at least 300 dpi and no smaller than 2-by-3 inches, and should be emailed as stand-alone attachments (not embedded in a Word or PowerPoint document). All submissions must include the graduate's name, school, prospective college if applicable, and type of degree if applicable. Please also include your name, command and organizational code, a contact phone number, and your relationship to the
graduate. All photos that are not submitted electronically need to be picked up no later than July 13. Photos can be submitted electronically to jeron.hayes@navy.mil, or hard copy photos can be dropped off at NSF Dahlgren in the Public Affairs Office, Bldg. 101, Room 109, or at the NSF Indian Head Gymnasium, Bldg. D-328 with Charlene Marsden. The deadline for submitting photos is 2 p.m. on Monday, June 11. Please contact me with any questions at (540) 284-0129 or DSN 234-0129.We look forward to recognizing your graduates and congratulating them on a job well done!
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