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Belvoir signs covenant with Mount Vernon-Lee By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer
The business breakfast of Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber of Commerce took place Feb. 11 at the Belle Haven Country Club and culminated in the signing of the Army Community Covenant for the Mount Vernon-Lee community and Fort Belvoir. “We are fortunate to have Fort Belvoir as part of our community and are honored to renew this agreement,” said Jay McConville, military and community relations, about the seventh annual covenant renewal. “The program is designed to foster and sustain effective community partnerships with the Army to improve the quality of life and support Soldiers and their families. We want the Soldiers and their families who serve our country to know that they are not alone — that we are there with them. We want them to know the community is here to help and support them as they serve.” Supervisor Dan Storck, Mount Vernon, said it was important to be a team, working together toward common goals. “We have one of the best posts in the country. They do a lot of work throughout the community,” he said. Col. Michelle D. Mitchell, Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, is the latest in a long line of commanders, Storck said. He wished commanders could stay longer than two years, but said the partnership with Fort Belvoir is amazing. Mitchell addressed the audience
Up Front Recognition
Fort Belvoir Cub Scout Pack 118 has its annual Blue and Gold Banquet to recognize and advance the pack’s Cub Scouts at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the Fort Belvoir Community Center.
SFAC education seminar
The Soldier and Family Assistance Center has an education seminar Monday from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the SFAC Conference Room. Topics include Go Army Education; Tuition Assistance; vocational rehabilitation program; and Veterans benefits and the GI Bill. Refreshments will be served Registration and more info is available from JD Carr, SFAC education counselor, 571-231-7018.
Black History Month
Maj. Gen. Cedric T. Wins, director, Force Development Army G8 at the Pentagon, is guest speaker at Belvoir’s Black History Month observance. The event is Feb. 25 at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Center. This year’s theme is Hallowed Grounds: Sites of African American Memories. Info is available by calling 703805-5390. Photo by Paul Lara
Col. Michelle D. Mitchell, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Belvoir commander, renews the covenant with Dan Storck, Mount Vernon Supervisor for Fairfax County. The covenant encourages partnerships between Fort Belvoir and Mount Vernon that strengthen and support the resiliency and readiness of Soldiers and their families. about ongoing projects at Fort Belvoir. ily members. Whether it’s from quality In her honor, the presentation of the housing, education, your businesses, to colors to start the breakfast was led the mutual support agreements that by a group of all-female Junior Recruit we have for emergency services, to so Officer Training Corps cadets from many other things. We depend on this community. You all have done right by West Potomac High School. “We depend on this community,” us and have a wonderful and welcomMitchell said. “You all are the strength ing environment. Thank you, it is our for our military members and our fam- pleasure to renew this covenant.”
Fort Belvoir surpasses CFC goal by 160 percent By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer Fort Belvoir exceeded its monetary Combined Federal Campaign goal by 160.8 percent. Fort Belvoir’s original goal was $21,000. Keyworkers and organizations were recognized Feb. 10 for their contributions and abilities to help Fort Belvoir push past its original goal. “Fort Belvoir has set a bar. We have achieved a higher level,” said Christopher Landgraf, CFC manager. He added that nationally, the CFC campaign only had a participation rate of 18.2 percent, while Belvoir had a total employee participation rate of 27.4 percent. Department of Defense achieved 97.2 percent
of its goal. Department of the Army exceeded its goal at 115.3 percent. “It was a great campaign and it was all through the support of the keyworkers,” Landgraf said. Col. Michelle Mitchell, U.S. Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, said she was proud of Fort Belvoir. “This is a great, proud moment for me as the commander when the organization is selfless enough to give 160 percent of what you asked them to do,” she said. “That’s huge. I am very proud of what you all have done. CFC does some great things, both on this installation and externally. Just to be part of the goodness in helping to increase the quality of life for others and other organizations that do great things … I’m See CFC, Page A4
School expansion, boundary change meeting
Fairfax County Public Schools has a public meeting on Fort Belvoir Elementary School expansion and boundary changes. Terry Dade, FCPS’s assistant superintendent for Region 3, hosts the meeting, which is at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at the school. Residents of all Fort Belvoir Villages are encouraged to attend to get the latest information on the expansion status; those who will be affected by the boundary change; timeline and milestones. There will be a chance for discussion, questions and feedback.
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Greater Washington DC Chapter 353, Military Order of the Purple Heart, has its next monthly meeting Saturday at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Post 176, 6520 Amherst Ave., Springfield, Va. The Warrior Café will be open before the meeting if anyone wants to come early for lunch. All Purple Heart Medal recipients, especially more recent ones, are invited. Info is available from commander, retired Col. Gordon Sumner, via e-mail to gordon.sumner53@gmail.com; or adjutant William Lee, wlee95678@outlook. com.
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Thinking of caring for children? FCC looking to hire military spouses By Adrienne Anderson Staff writer If you want to bring in extra money for your family, while staying at home with your children, consider becoming a Family Child Care provider, said Evelyn Flores, FCC director. “One of the most important things is to support the mission, so military Service members (and civilians) can be at work and not have to worry about the well-being of their children,” she said. “It gives the provider, as a military spouse, the ability to earn credit and get the extra income to help their spouse.” Gabrielle Poindexter has been an FCC provider for the past year. She’s done a lot of babysitting as a teenager and adult and enjoys it. “I like kids a lot,” she said. “I like being active with the kids, they’re
fun. It’s always a happy environment. I love laughter and it’s good exercise for me.” “It’s a very good job, especially if you want to spend more time with your child,” she said. “If you have a good family home, I’d recommend you do it. It’s good for other peoples’ children because … it’s a good opportunity for their kids to get used to other kids,” Poindexter said. FCC providers are able to host up to six children in their home with ages ranging from four weeks to 12 years. To be qualified to become an FCC provider, applicants must go through a screening process and attend 40 hours of orientation training on CPR and first aid; child abuse; medications; communicable diseases; business practices; nutrition and developmentally appropriate practices.
Applicants and their spouses and children 12 years and older must undergo a background clearance. The FCC director also does an in-home family interview, and fire, health and safety officials inspect houses. Once applicants are selected and certified, the providers continue training. Officials, including the FCC director, also conduct unannounced inspections. The benefits of becoming an FCC provider include the chance to acquire a Child Development Associate or Home Accreditation by the National Association for Family Child Care. Parents who choose to use the FCC program for child care are able to visit the provider’s home during their business hours and participate in program events, including field trips. Parents using FCC for child care get a 15 percent discount. Fees are based on total family income. FCC is a benefit for parents who prefer to keep their siblings together and have their children get one-on-
one attention, Flores said. Flores knows firsthand the trials of being a military spouse and being an FCC provider. When she and her husband were young with children, she decided to take advantage of FCC opportunities in Germany. “I wanted my children to interact with other children, but, at the same time, I wanted to help my husband financially,” she said. “My first degree was in social work. So, when I did (FCC) for four years, I loved it. Then I went back to school and got a degree in early childhood development. That was 25 years ago and I still love it.” She suggests military spouses take advantage of the programs the Army offers. “We know what they are going through and we want to help them be successful,” Flores said. For more information about the FCC program or how to become an FCC provider, call 703-805-9134 or 703-805-9137.
Dentists visit CDCs for Children’s Dental Health Month By Amanda Stewart Staff writer Dentists from Logan Dental Clinic will be spreading the message of dental health among Belvoir’s youngest community members this month. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and the dental office will be holding outreach events at Belvoir’s child development centers beginning Monday. National Children’s Dental Health Month is an annual public health outreach program of the American Dental Association and the ADA Foundation that aims to “promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others,” according to the group’s website. The dentists, along with their special guest, the Tooth Fairy, visit children at the Woodlawn CDC Monday; the South Post CDC Tuesday; the North Post CDC Wednesday and the JoAnn Blanks CDC Feb. 25. They will return to do dental screenings at the Markham School Age Care Center, with parental permission, March 21. Dr. Margaret Fisher, a dentist at the Logan
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Dental Clinic, said the visits allow the dentists to share important information about dental health with children in a friendly and age-appropriate way. “We go over how to brush their teeth, what a toothbrush is and what healthy foods they should be eating,” said Fisher, who has been making these annual visits to Belvoir’s CDCs for six years. “I try to engage them with interesting, preschooltype activities.” For the younger children, the presentations may include songs and stories about dental health. For older children, there are interactive games and presentations that aim to teach them about what sugar does to teeth, cavities and other topics related to oral hygiene. The children will also be given a goody bag filled with toothbrushes, flossers and other items to take home. “The visits give us an opportunity to show we are not to be afraid of. We are here to help,” Fisher said. “We explain what we wear when we’re doing our jobs, to show them that they don’t need to be afraid.” The dental health screening in March gives the dentists an opportunity to identify children who may be having dental problems and alert their
parents that more care may be needed. “One of the things we try to let the children know is, if you have a toothache, that’s not normal. You need to tell an adult,” Fisher said. The theme for this year’s national awareness campaign is “Sugar Wars,” a play on “Star Wars.” When they visit the Belvoir CDCs, dentists will bring with them the ADA’s posters depicting children aboard the USS SweetSwatter, “equipped with toothbrush swatters, fighting against the Sweet Tooth Invaders for good oral health.” The poster encourages children to brush their teeth for two minutes, two times a day and to eat healthy foods to have a healthy smile. “Brush two minutes, two times a day. Clean between your teeth daily. Limit snacks, eat healthy meals. Visit your dentist regularly,” the poster advises. The annual visits get “rave reviews,” Fisher said, and the dentists hope they help to spread the message of Children’s Dental Health Month. “We are able to reach a lot of kids in a short period of time. It’s age-appropriate and I think it works,” Fisher said, “and everybody loves the Tooth Fairy.”
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Military Saves Week offers classes on fiscal responsibility By Amanda Stewart Staff writer Fort Belvoir Army Community Service’s financial readiness program has a full week of events planned to mark Military Saves Week, Feb. 22-27. Military Saves is an annual, nationwide campaign promoted by the non-profit America Saves and the Department of Defense’s Financial Readiness Campaign. The campaign “seeks to motivate, support, and encourage military families to save money, reduce debt and build wealth,” according to the program’s website. The week’s events on Belvoir kick off at noon, Monday, with signing a Military Saves proclamation. Then, Tuesday through Friday, a series of classes focused on fiscal responsibility and saving will be offered from noon to 1 p.m. at ACS each day. The following classes are planned: “Start Saving for Emergencies,” Tuesday; “How to Pay Off High-Interest Debt,” Wednesday; “Why it is Important to Save Automatically,” Feb. 25; and “When to Start Saving for Retirement,” Feb. 26. The goal of the week’s events is to help Belvoir community members learn “the most important things they need to know about saving,” said Erica Drame, Belvoir’s finan-
cial readiness program manager. “The goal is to encourage Service members to save on a regular basis, to reduce their debt and to build wealth for retirement and for the future,” she said. The financial readiness program, along with the installation’s two financial institutions, Belvoir Federal Credit Union and SunTrust Bank, encourage community members to regularly save money. “The goal is to motivate individuals to save automatically,” Drame said. Belvoir community members are also encouraged to take the Military Saves pledge during events throughout the week. The pledge, which calls for people to promise, “I will help myself by saving money, reducing debt, and building wealth over time. I will help my family and my country by encouraging other Americans to Build Wealth, Not Debt,” can also be taken online at www.militarysaves.org. “It’s a great way for the community and Service members to be reminded of fiscal responsibility,” Drame said. “We encourage people to save and start the new year off with a fiscal bang.” For more information on Military Saves Week, or to sign up for one of the classes offered, call the ACS front desk, 703-805-4590.
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Blizzard doesn’t stop Reserve Soldiers from training By Staff Sgt. Nazly Confesor (First Army) Army News
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Justin Conner (left), a First Army observer coach/trainer assigned to the 1st Battalion, 311th Regiment (Infantry), 4th Cavalry Brigade, observes Sgt. Jose Jimenez (right), a water treatment specialist assigned to the Army Reserve's 961st Quartermaster Company, during a simulated firefight for Warrior Exercise 78-16-01 at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Jan. 30. the 733rd Maintenance Company out about the challenges we are facing due of Canton, Ill., said meeting Gauvin at to the weather and the pending scethe end of the WAREX planning con- nario injections," he said. Many of the WAREX scenarios ference, a few weeks before the exercise, was crucial to their partnership. were aligned with training objectives "What I really enjoyed, so far, is selected by commanders and offered a that Capt. Gauvin and I have been realistic experience for Soldiers awaitstaying in constant communication ing, or returning from, a deployment.
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As the Middle Atlantic States recovered from the massive blizzard that recently stalled the East Coast, Army Reserve units from across the U.S. arrived at Joint Base Dix-McGuire-Lakehurst, N.J., to participate in Warrior Exercise 78-16-01, which occurred, Jan. 23 through Feb. 6. More than 3,000 Army Reserve Soldiers participated in, and reacted to, a variety of attacks, incidents and obstacles similar to situations they might encounter in a combat environment. Chemical, engineer, quartermaster companies, and ordnance Reserve units partook in this exercise. "Due to the inclement weather here, there was a shift in the WAREX timeline, but it didn't stop us from providing Reserve units with realistic training, as if they were deployed overseas," said Capt. Nicholas Gauvin, an observer coach/trainer and logistics officer assigned to the 4th Cavalry Brigade out of Fort Knox, Ky. The WAREX was supported with Soldiers from the 78th Training Division, an Army Reserve unit located at JBFDML and the 4th Cavalry Brigade, a First Army Division East unit. First Army OC/Ts were on the ground during the exercise to facilitate, assist and evaluate National Guard and Army Reserve Soldiers, and to carry on First Army's mission of enabling Reserve-component readiness and building partnerships with National Guard and Reserve units. Capt. Walter Level, commander of
"These training exercises are here to help Soldiers who just graduated out of advanced individual training and those who are about to go on a deployment for the first time to see what they can expect," said Spc. Justin Taylor, a military police officer assigned to the 352nd Military Police Company, out of Rockville, Md. "My unit is here to help out another military police unit, which is expected to deploy, to give them an idea of what is going on and what to expect overseas." The 21-year-old Calvert County, Md., native just came back from a deployment in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and said the WAREX training was similar to the situations he faced while deployed. In addition to observing and evaluating training units, OC/Ts also offer guidance based on their own experience in particular fields and knowledge of Army's standards. Most of the WAREX OC/Ts — a mix of active- and Reserve-component Soldiers — came from 4th Cavalry Brigade. "As a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear specialist, I hope the Soldiers of the 377th Chemical Company receive quality training with the best AARs and take-home packets from me and other fellow OC/Ts, so they can go back home and look at their assessments," said Sgt. 1st Class Joi Friend, an OC/T assigned to 1st Squadron, 409th Regiment (Cavalry), 4th Cavalry Brigade. "These training exercises keep them on their toes and reiterate the basic Soldier skills. We are the force that fights and we must fight together as a whole."
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Sgt. 1st Class Joi Friend (right), a First Army observer coach/trainer assigned to 1st Squadron, 409th Regiment (Cavalry), 4th Cavalry Brigade, talks with a Soldier assigned to the Army Reserve's 377th Chemical Company during a simulated chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear drill at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Jan. 30.
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Cub Scouts host banquet Friday By Amanda Stewart Staff writer The Fort Belvoir Community Center will turn blue and gold Friday for a special event honoring members of Belvoir’s active Cub Scout pack. The annual Blue & Gold Banquet starts at 6:30 p.m. The event recognizes Cub Scouts for their achievements and marks Scouting Anniversary Week. Cub Scout packs throughout the nation hold Blue & Gold Banquets every year in February and the event is described by the Boy Scouts of America as “the highlight of the year” for most packs. Fort Belvoir’s Cub Scout Pack 118 has about 78 members, said membership and registration chair Lorraine Horton. At Friday’s event, some of the Scouts will advance to different ranks within Cub Scouts, and become Tiger, Bear Wolf, Webelos or Arrow of Light scouts. Also, at the banquet one scout will be awarded a scholarship for selling the most popcorn this year, Horton said. “All the Scouts in the pack will be recognized for their achievements throughout the scouting year,” Horton said. For more information about the Cub Scout programs at Fort Belvoir, visit www.youthmanage.com/site/ belvoirpack118.
Belvoir Briefs Spouse orientation ACS invites spouses of all military components, active duty, Guard, Reserve and DoD civilians who are new to the installation and those spouses who want to learn more about Fort Belvoir to attend the first Spouse Welcome Orientation. The orientation will provide informational presentations from community partners, such as the commissary, civilian personnel, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, CYSS, and more. The orientation is Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information call ACS at 703-805-3436.
Wedding Exhibition and Bridal Show The Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club hosts a Wedding Exhibition and Bridal Show, Feb. 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The exhibition features tastings, advice from wedding professionals, bridal fashion, music previews, and designs for table displays, flowers, linens, jewelry and more. There is a $10 fee for entry and all are welcome. For more information call the Officers’ Club at 703-780-0930.
Free financial seminar What role do finances play in relationships? The Soldier and Family Assistance Center offers
members, $39.95 for non-members, $15.95 for children 6-12 years old and children 5 and under are free.
a seminar with helpful tools and techniques for managing finances as a team. The seminar, with free lunch, is Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the SFAC conference room. Registration is required and is available by calling 571-2317000.
Invitational Coed Volleyball Tournament A volleyball tournament will be at Wells Field House April 16 with an open format. Players are not required to play with the installation to which they are assigned. Teams are allowed a maximum of 12 players and there must be two females on the court at all times. The cost is $250 per team. Eligible individuals 18 and over with valid ID. Register at Graves Fitness Center, 2116 Abbott Road, by April 1. Call Graves Fitness Center at 703-806-5368 for more information.
Charitable requests Throughout the year, Fort Belvoir Officers’ Spouses’ Club conducts a variety of fundraisers that benefit the Fort Belvoir community. They include holiday gift wrapping, ticket sales and donations. Last year, the club gave out more than $5,000 dollars to local charities. The club’s welfare committee meets March 1 reviews applications and distributes funds after May 1. Charities that want to be considered as fund recipients can download an application from the welfare tab of www.belvoirosc.org and e-mail it to BOSCWelfare@gmail. com before March 1.
Trout Fest The North Post Pool will be stocked with trout for MWR’s annual Trout Fest, April 16 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event includes unlimited fishing for $10 for pole and bait or $7 for just bait. Catch one of 10 golden fish to win a prize. No registration required. Call 703805-2620 for more information.
Easter Sunday Brunch The Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club hosts an Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet March 27 with two seatings, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the Officers Club at 703780-0930. The cost is $36.95 for
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Walter Reed Army Institute of Research is looking for people to help with its Experienced Breacher Study. People between ages 18 and 60 with at least four years of operational experience in military or law enforcement, with minimal exposure to blasts, are needed. Volunteers are invited to Bethesda, Md., for three days with six hours of research activities per day. There is no cost for participation or tests related to the research study. Travel to Bethesda and accommodations are provided for the volunteer and a companion. Monetary
O Club membership The Fort Belvoir Officers’ Club is looking for new members. New members will now get two free Sunday brunch coupons when they sign up. Membership includes discounts on dining and pool passes for Connelly Pool Complex. E-7 and above, retirees, DoD civilians equivalent to GS-7 and NF-3 and above are eligible for membership. More information is available from the O Club, 703-780-0930 ext. 600.
ACS Play Morning Play morning gives youth, from toddler to 5 years, a chance to play with other children from across the installation in a fun and structured learning environment and for parents to connect with others. Play Mornings are Tuesdays. Eligible active duty, retirees, and DoD civilians are welcome.
Story Time with Miss Lisa Story Time is Wednesdays, 10:3011:30 a.m., at Van Noy Library, 5966 12th St., Bldg. 1024. The event is open to children ages 5 and younger and their parents. Story time is free and no registration is necessary.
BOSS Resale Lot The BOSS Resale Lot is open for
active duty, retirees, and DoD civilians to display a vehicle, RV, trailer, or boat (on a trailer) for sale. The lot is at the corner of Gunston and Abbott roads. Cost for an 18-foot space is $45 for 30 days. Register for a space at the Community Center, 10300 Taylor Road, Bldg. 1200. For more information call 703-805-3714.
BOSS Belvoir’s Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Lounge is open weekdays from 5 to 10 p.m., and weekends from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The lounge has a computer lab, game rooms, a pool table, arcade games and large-screen TVs. Planning meetings are the second Friday of every month at 9:30 a.m. and council meetings are the first and third Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Info about the group’s trips, events and volunteer opportunities are available on Facebook at Fort Belvoir Boss or on Instagram at FTBELVOIR_BOSS.
New York City day trips Leisure Travel Services offers monthly day trips to New York City on the third Saturday of every month, beginning March 19 through December. People who go get six hours of free time on the ground upon arrival and no guided tour. The cost is $55 per person and reservations must be made at the Fort Belvoir Community Center LTS office. For information, call 703-8053714.
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From Page A8 Officers Association has a Meet and Greet at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 26 in the Belvoir Officers’ Club. Chief Warrant Officer 5 Jon Huntington, a senior leader development officer senior warrant officer, will provide information on selection/promotion board preparation and professional military education. Chief Warrant Officer 5 Russ Smith of the USAR will discuss the recent Warrant Officer Solarium at Fort Leavenworth, Kan. The meet and greet costs $15 per person, including lunch. Event registration is available from https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/army-war rant-officer-lunch-learn-wopd-tick ets-20978529346. Info is available from Chief Warrant Officer 4 John Scott, john.a.scott.mil@mail.mil; or Chief Warrant Officer 5 Phyllis Wilson, 703-407-6164.
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Scholarships Enlisted spouses’ club scholarship, fundraiser The Belvoir Enlisted Spouses' Club's 2016 scholarship application deadline is April 28. Applications can be downloaded from http:// www.belvoiresc.org/scholarships. The club’s Fort Belvoir Scholarship Gala fundraiser is at the Springfield Hilton on March 5. Gala info is available from http://www.eventbrite.com/e/ fort-belvoir-scholarship-gala-tickets-19814951052.
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Engineer spouses scholarship The Army Engineer Spouses’ Club, AESC, announces the Army Engineer Memorial Awards for qualifying high school seniors. The original award was established in memory of Army engineer officers who died in Vietnam. It is now given annually to honor all engineers who die in the line of duty. Beginning in 2007, a new AEMA award, the Geraldine K. Morris Award, was endowed and established for those intending to enroll in a program leading to a nursing degree. Downloadable applications for AEMA awards are available until March 1 at www.armyengineer spouses.com. Completed applications must be postmarked by March
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Belvoir Thrift Shop The Belvoir Thrift Shop Scholarship Program is made possible by the hard work of more than 25 volunteers who regularly donate their time to the shop. Without volunteer support, the Thrift Shop would not be able to continue the scholarship program or its charitable contributions, which totaled more than $88,000 to scholarships and post programs in 2015. Applications are available from the Thrift Shop during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and the first and third Saturday of each month. The Belvoir Thrift Shop will not mail or e-mail applications. Eligibility is verified when people pick up the application. Parents may pick up applications for their students. The Thrift Shop’s scholarships are open to people with a U.S. military ID cards issued by the U.S. Armed Services and a Fort Belvoir affiliation. There are two scholarship categories: The Academic Achievement Award is for graduating high school seniors who will be full time students pursuing an undergraduate degree at an accredited college or
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NGB scholarships The National Guard Bureau Officers’ Spouses Club will award four, $1,000 academic and needassessed scholarships in 2016.
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Fort Belvoir stays fit with functional fitness training By Rick Musselman Sports editor More than 20 Fort Belvoir Service members and civilians took a midday break from duties and office tasks to stay Army Strong with a lunchtime functional fitness training session, Feb. 8 at Specker Field House. The functional fitness series is a specialized exercise program, offered in six-week cycles throughout the year, that focuses on total-body conditioning through cardio, aerobics and core- strength conditioning. The Army-wide program engages participants in physical training exercises during 60-minute sessions. For Soldiers, functional fitness focuses on developing skills they can use to increase operational readiness and performance by emphasizing mobility, strength, restoration, and energy-system development. The sessions are free and open to
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Fort Belvoir community members get in some midday exercise during a functional fitness training session, Feb. 8 at Specker Field House. anyone interested in improving car- ticipants visit numerous “stations” diovascular fitness and training the offering an array of specific workouts designed to target isolated arbody as an integrated unit. According to Calvin Simpson, eas of the body. Individuals engage lead functional fitness trainer, parSee FITNESS, Page B2
Basketball playoffs set By Rick Musselman Sports editor Now that another dynamic intramural basketball season has wrapped up and the eight teams headed to the annual championship tournament this week have been decided, it’s worth a look back over the last two months to highlight what these winning teams brought to the hardwood and what they’ll likely take into the tournament. Joint Personal Property Shipping Office – Mid Atlantic, undeniably the most successful unit on post with multiple championship titles, kicked off the FY16 schedule with a 40-31 victory over Defense Acquisition University. From there momentum and final scores steadily grew until the unit found itself alone at the top sporting a perfect 15-0 record. Under the directorship of Head Coach Shermin Sherin and fielding some of the finest athletes in the Washington Area Military Athletic Conference, JPPSOMA’s secret lies in its rapid-fire passing game and lane-driving capabilities. The precision choreography between guards, Calvin Booth and Katoe Chapman, combined with the perimeter shooting of forwards, Antonio Butler, Deonte Bleach and Henry Funn, regularly prove insurmountable to most opponents. Indeed, breaking 100 points in a game is a matter of form for Sherin and company. If there’s any unit that has the raw talent and consistent preparation to give the powerhouse a serious run for its money, it’s the second-seed, 14-1, Pentagon squad. Shooting guard, Chad Canady, is unquestionably one of See BASKETBALL, Page B3
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JPPSOMA shooting guard, Katoe Chapman, goes up for an inside shot during his team's intramural basketball match up against USALSA, Dec. 8 at Wells Field House.
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Timeout Super meltdown By Rick Musselman Sports editor I waited a whole week before discussing this year’s Super Bowl for two reasons. First, I’m always a little bummed to see another NFL season draw to a close so I just wanted to extend the mood for another seven days. Second, because this PanthersBroncos game had me scratching my head throughout the ensuing week as to who showed up in the Carolina’s uniforms and what they did with the real squad. More to the point, where was Cam Newton? Reflecting on Carolina’s performances this year, I went into this game fairly confident the Panthers would triumph. While I doubted it would be a rout, taking into account Denver’s proven defense, it seemed that Newton and his offense had been hitting on all cylinders so consistently that I had a tough time imagining anyone bringing such titanic momentum to a sudden halt in the ultimate contest. Unfortunately for the Panthers, that’s exactly what happened. In fact, Cam Newton was so out of sync, even with his own running backs and receivers, that for a fleeting moment I entertained the thought he was throwing this game on purpose. He was indecisive on handoffs; overzealous on passes; immobile in the pocket; and, if I may be so bold, a little juvenile in his emotional reactions to mistakes — most dazzlingly illustrated when he stood up and walked out of the room without saying a word during the post-game interview. I’ve been covering sports a long time. If there’s one thing I’m certain of, quarterbacks are perceived as leaders and like in well-disciplined Army units, those individuals lead by example. With all of Cam Newton’s abundantly expressed self-confidence, and considering his team’s triumphs, one would think he’d found that rare balance of cool headedness, focus and strength of will that so inspires players around him. But on Super Bowl Sunday, those traits escaped him, and worst of all, his team followed suit. There was no precision on that field, especially in the second half, and Newton became increasingly flustered to the point where one could easily imagine him throwing up his hands and storming off the field. All football teams have bad days. What makes enduring champions is being able recognize what’s not working and adjust the plan accordingly. It doesn’t come from throwing yourself down on the field in tantrum-like fashion after a tackle and it doesn’t come from walking out of a press conference on national TV. Maturity takes a long time to develop, and as such, perhaps the accolades that have been attributed to Cam Newton were a bit premature themselves.
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Fort Belvoir fitness enthusiasts build core strength at the sit-up station during a functional fitness training session, Feb. 8 at Specker Field House.
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in a basic warm-up and stretching routine at the start of the class and then progress through waist flexes, kettle bell lifts, squats, sprints, pushups, weight-bar lifting and many other exercises. The participants are put into groups of four and each group works out at each separate station. Simpson added that the functional fitness training program provides all the necessary tools and guidance to build total-body fitness, but the results entirely depend on how dedicated and driven each individual remains throughout the sixweek cycles. Participants get out of the functional fitness program exactly what they put into it, Simpson stressed. How successful each individual is at the end of the cycle is entirely dependent on the amount of focused effort and dedication put into the training. Simpson also noted that coordinators are constantly expanding the program because of increasingly large turnouts and an apparently renewed dedication to fitness across the installation. Sessions including 40-50 people are not unusual at Belvoir. Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation sports and fitness trainers keep the pace brisk for the duration of the session, keeping participants motivated and encouraging them to push their limits. For many, the training sessions provide a practical break in the workday and can aid in combating
obesity, building general strength levels and accelerating the healing process with respect to previous injuries. For community members looking for a bit more intensity in their workouts, the Kawamura Human Performance Center on Gunston Road offers technically advanced workout programs that take physical fitness to the next level with state-of-theart machines and expert trainers. Equipment includes power racks, Olympic weight lifting platforms with bumper plates, TRX suspension and rip trainers, kettle bells, dumb bells, battle ropes, prowler sleds, Concept2 rowers and medicine balls. Fort Belvoir DFMWR offers a wide selection of cardio and aerobic exercise programs, including yoga, zumba, rep fusion, cardio kickboxing, Pilates, and step and sculpt, with classes taking place at Wells Field House at various times during the week. For the full schedule of activities, visit http://belvoir. armymwr.com/us/belvoir/categories/ sports-and-fitness. The next functional fitness cycle begins March 7, with sessions conducted weekdays 6-7 a.m., and lunchtime workouts Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information about the functional fitness training program, contact Justin Fitzgerald at justin.c.fitzgerald.naf@mail.mil or visit http://belvoir.armymwr.com/us/ belvoir/ft-belvoir-events/functionaltraining/?eID=320491. Contact the KHPC at 703-8064647.
Military spouse, Alane Belcher, gets in some midday wind sprints during a functional fitness training session, Feb. 8 at Specker Field House.
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FY16 Intramural Basketball Standings Final – Regular Season
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In the eighth slot is the Warrior Transition Battalion, a comparative newcomer to intramural sports at Belvoir. Of all the teams competing this year, WTB takes perhaps the most textbook approach to highoctane hoops. Utilizing a rapid-fire passing game around the perimeter to draw defenders outside and open opportunities in the lane, and following it up with a standard 3-2 pressing zone formation at the opposite end of the court, the squad consistently demonstrates the value of the old adage “when in doubt go by the book.” The approach clearly has merit as it enabled WTB to upset FBCH Jan. 12, and to down veteran squads like the 249th Engineer Battalion, the U.S. Army System Performance Office and Aerospace Data Facility – East earlier in the regular season. Even more important, WTB’s 76-54 victory over the Engineers last week, succeeded in eliminating the U.S. Coast Guard from the championship run. Clearly the stage is set for a dynamic championship tournament. With a single-elimination format motivating every team concerned, there’s no doubt the intensity and the scores will be high throughout the week.
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will have sheer numbers on its side. Those numbers include some of the ablest guards and forwards in postlevel hoops. Names like Jermaine Thomas, Les Maynard and Clarence Thomas are well known around the league for spot-on perimeter accuracy and unquestionable expertise in the lane. With dynamic point guard, Ryan Samuels, calling the shots, NGA will be a major force this tournament season. On the seventh tournament tier of the rankings is DLA, a squad that usually finds itself active in the post-season each year, applying the talents, consistent aggressiveness and surgical precision of veteran forwards, Maurice Johnson and Ron Quick. These two athletes are well known to apply a brand of inexhaustible dedication to the cause, setting strategic picks and hitting from the arc at will for huge gains throughout contests. But the undeniable lynchpin of the unit is stalwart forward, Farron Byrd, a player that combines the speed and agility of a seasoned point guard with the shooting accuracy of a polished forward. Byrd’s constant presence in the lane for rebounds and follow-up shots form a major obstacle for opponents hoping to stay competitive.
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Pentagon center, Steven Hite, left, and 249th Engineer Battalion center, Travis Tofi, go up for the opening tip to officially begin Fort Belvoir’s FY16 intramural basketball season, Dec. 7 at Wells Field House. proven arsenal of its own. Seasoned guards, Tony Turner and Kevin From Page B1 Harris, form the lynchpin of this ofthe most accurate perimeter shoot- fense. Forwards, Cedric bailey, Teers in the league. Match that with resa Patterson and Patrick Hamby the lane-driving prowess of brother, keep opportunities open around the Chapman Canady, and guard, Ste- perimeter with solid pick-and-roll ven Hite, as well as the board-crash- maneuvers that have proven difficult ing skills of forwards, John Russell for opponents to manage this season. and Reginald Hawkins, and the Sharing the fourth-place slot stage is set for a showdown of show- with MIRC is perennial contender, downs should these two meet in the National Geospatial-Intelligence final this year. Agency, and the stalwart 2014 In the third and fourth slots are Commander’s Cup champion, Fort 11-4 Defense Acquisition University Belvoir Community Hospital. Beland the 10-4 Military Intelligence voir Hospital’s legendary unit pride Readiness Command, both highly consistently propels the team to skilled top-placing units across the victory in virtually every sport and spectrum of intramural sports on earned the team the coveted trophy post. DAU’s point man, Alexis Con- with sweeping victories across the cepcion’s highly technical approach board two Cup seasons ago. On the to ball handling and charging the hardwood, FBCH applies an all-orlane combines with the rebounding nothing approach to overwhelming and baseline shooting skills of for- opponents from the opening tip to wards, Krewalski Salter, Jahmar gain insurmountable leads, spearClaxton and Jermaine McKinney to headed by WAMAC veterans, Donte form a highly effective scoring ma- White, Marcus Johnson, A.J. Johnchine. Anchoring the efforts inside, son, Vontrell Bailey and Earl Skincenter, Marvin McMilliam, another ner. When all cylinders are hitting, WAMAC vet, keeps his presence FBCH will be just as tough to down known in the paint, bringing down as JPPSOMA in terms of raw talent, strings of rebounds and sinking the experience and potential. NGA, a unit that fields some of follow-ups. But MIRC brings to the court a the largest rosters in the league,
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Enrollment for any sport must be done in person at Parent Central Offices, 9500 Barlow Road, Bldg. 950. For more information, call Youth Sports and Fitness at 703-805-9318.
Upcoming
Girls’ softball umpires needed The Prince William Lassie League girls’ slow-pitch softball program is looking for umpires for the spring season. Register until May 31. Umpires ages 16 and older (male or female) are eligible. PWLL will train for this paid position. For more information call the Umpire Director at 703-470-6629 or email Umpires@pwlL.org.
Youth sports enrollment for spring sports open
Trout Fest The North Post Pool will be stocking the pool with trout for their annual Trout Fest April 16, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Unlimited fishing available at a cost of $10 for pole and bait or $7 for just bait. Catch one of 10 golden fish to win a prize. No registration required. Call 703-805-2620 for more information.
Invitational coed For Little League Baseball, ages volleyball tournament
4-16, the season runs April-June and the cost is $60. For Girls Softball, ages 7-13, the season runs April-June and the cost is $60. Enrollment closes for both sports when the team rosters are full or by March 4. Enrollment for Spring Soccer, ages 5-12, closes when the teams are full or by March 18. The season runs April-June and the cost is $60. Enrollment for Track and Field, ages 5-18, closes when the teams are full or by May 13. The season runs April-August and the cost is $60.
F O R T B E LVO I R O F F I C E R S ’ C L U B
The 2016 invitational coed volleyball tournament will be held at Wells Field House April 16 follow an open formant (players are not required to play with the installation to which they are assigned). Teams are allowed a maximum of 12 players and there must be 2 females on the court at all times. The cost is $250 per team. Eligible individuals ages 18 and older with valid ID are eligible. Register at Graves Fitness Center, 2116 Abbott Road by April 1. Call Graves Fitness Center at 703-8065368 for more information.
Wedding Fair & Bridal Show Saturday, February 27 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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