June 12, 2015• VOL. 72 • NO. 23• NAVY.MIL/LOCAL/GUANTANAMO • FACEBOOK.COM/NSGuantanamoBay
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Congratulations Graduating Class of 2015
W.T. Sampson High School seniors pose for a group graduation photo. Photo by Maria Trias-Figueroa. MC2 Kegan E. Kay Photojournalist
.T. Sampson High School held a commencement W ceremony for the graduating class of 2015 at the Naval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay Chapel on June 5.
Decked out in blue-green robes the graduating seniors proudly marched down the aisle to take their place on the stage before their families, friends, teachers and guests. After the playing of the National Anthem, the class Salutatorian, Elizabeth Parker took to the podium to give her address. “I would like to challenge the class of 2015 to continue to strive for excellence,” said Parker. “Never stop learning and never accept that you’ve reached your full potential. The only limitations you have are the ones you’ve set for yourself. You are leaving here with knowledge, put it to good use and above all else pay it forward.” Taking Parker’s place at the podium was the class Valedictorian, Winnie Seawell. “After tonight we will each go a different direction but whether we attend college or vocational school, enter the military or take another path entirely, we will never stop learning,” stated Seawell. “More importantly those things we will learn from our own experiences or from others can not be taken away from us.” Nelson Arroyo, Senior Class President stood up to introduce the guest speaker for the graduation, W.T. Sampson
Class alumni of 1970, Deborah Davis. Davis spoke about her own experiences of going through high school at W. T. Sampson and welcoming the current class to the small community of graduates who can proudly say that they are of the few to have had the privilege to have graduated from Guantanamo Bay. With the last of the chuckles fading away from the words of thanks for the parental nagging and the graduates regaining their seats, the lights dimmed and the senior class memories slide show began. The chapel was soon filled with music, “awws” and laughter at the various photos of the graduates displaying their progression from babies to young adults. Principal Brian Perry soon stood and announced that the long awaited moment had arrived for the graduates to receive their diplomas. The graduates happily marched across shaking hands and stopping for a quick photo with their new diplomas before returning to their seats. Perry then once again congratulated the class of 2015 and presented them to the guests. With cheers and clapping, the graduates quickly took off their caps and tossed them into the air before making their way to shake hands with their teachers and meet with the friends and families at the reception held at the Chapel Annex.
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NS Guantanamo Bay Commanding Officer, Capt. David Culpepper congratulates BMSN Zachary Wallace on his selection as Sailor of the Week.
BMSN ZACHARY WALLACE
■Job/Department: Dispatcher/ Dispatch ■Age: 20 ■Hometown: Carrollton, OH ■Goal: Become a better leader ■Heroes: Grandpa and Spiderman ■Favorite Movie: Godfather Part I ■Favorite Book: Leaves of Grass ■Favorite Hobbies: Drawing, playing piano, working out and running ■Favorite TV Show: Gas Monkey Garage ■Favorite Accomplishment: Getting in the Navy and following in my father’s footsteps. Favorite GTMO Restaurant: Windjammer ■Favorite Quote: “Happiness is not in another place but in this place, not of another hour, but this hour.” ■Sailor of the Week Because: BMSN Wallace was nominated as Sailor of the Week for his outstanding work as a dispatcher for Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. BMSN Wallace expertly processed over 100 calls while standing watch in dispatch. These calls led to emergencies responses to patrol units, fire units and medical emergencies for base residents in need. VOL. 72 • NO. 23
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YARD SALES Moving Sale at West Bargo 46B Saturday, June 13, 8 – 11 a.m. and Sunday, June 14, 8 – 11 a.m. Household Goods, diving gear, fishing gear, and miscellaneous items.
FIRE DEPARTMENT The Fire Department Association is pleased to inform the Guantanamo Bay Community of our T-shirt sales in the NEX Atrium on Saturday, June 13 and Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and get your long awaited Fire Department T-Shirt. For More Information You can contact Capt. Jarrett at 78839 or 4007, Capt. Hamilton at 77966 or 4007 and F/F Cranston at 77751 or 2631.
Yard Sale: Saturday, June 13 2015, This Sunday, June 14, at 6 p.m., the Fire Department will Nob Hill 11B, 0730-1100 be having a Going Away Party for Fire Inspector Jason Peck & Firefighter Blackwell. For further information, feel free to contact the Asst. Chiefs of FACILITIES Operations at 4002. Need to place a trouble call? Facilities has changed their JEA number. It is now 3694 for all The Junior Enlisted Association trouble calls. are selling Father’s Day Grams. The gram is a stylish mug FILAM that includes treats for dad The Filipino-American Associa- or father figures for $10. The tion would like to invite everyone JEA will also deliver the grams to their 117th Philippine Indepen- for free. For more information dence Day Celebration on June please or to order before they 13 starting at 1900 at Phillips sell out, call LS2 at 84364 by Dive Park. There will be cultural June 18th. performances, a live band, Filipino food and an after party. For more information please call Neil SPECIAL NOTE- Please Mendoza at 90201. remember to pick up your trash and to dispose of it in HURRICANE SEASON the proper receptacles. When Remember that Hurricane season starts June 1. Make out walking please pickup any sure you have your emergency trash you see to help keep the preparedness kit ready to go! base clean. Thank you!
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Chaplain’s Corner
Men’s Health Month Lt. Cmdr. James R. Ripple U.S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay
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une was designated as Men’s Health Month by President Bill Clinton in 1994. Since then, this month has been an important time for medical personnel to remind everyone that there are some specific health concerns for men. When you hear the phrase “Men’s Health,” what comes to mind? For some people it might be the title of a popular magazine, for others the topic of prostate cancer comes to mind, but Men’s Health Month should really be a reminder of much more than prostate cancer awareness. The following are the top five causes of death in men of all ages in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control: #1: Heart disease; #2: Unintentional injury; #3: Lung Cancer; #4: Chronic lung diseases; and #5: Stroke. Notice something? Prostate cancer isn’t even there. This may not come as a surprise but for men ages 20-44 the two leading causes of death are unintentional injuries (accidents) and suicide. This isn’t to say that prostate cancer is not an important disease concern for men. In their lifetimes 1-in-6 men will develop prostate cancer. However in the last several years, medical science has begun to recognize that while many men have “cancer” of the prostate it may not be as dangerous as
once thought. Many cases are very slow growing and are not likely to contribute to a man’s death. The screening tools we have used for decades have also recently fallen out of favor with the United States Preventive Services Task Force (a government agency that evaluated public health measures) and is no longer recommended for all patients. I’d like suggest that for this year’s Men’s Health Month we take a broader view. Because most of the population on Guantanamo Bay falls squarely into that 20-44-year-old category we mentioned above, why don’t we keep in mind that focusing on your complete health might be a better solution that just one small part. Here are six things to think about this month: Healthy Eating
Regular Exercise Avoidance of all nicotine products Responsible use of Alcohol Mental Well Being Personal Safety (at work and play)
For more information visit www.menshealthmonth.org.
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Tips For Living Longer, Healthier Lives
Yan Kennon Naval Hospital Jacksonville Public Affairs Senior Writer
welve percent of men (18 years and over) are in T fair or poor health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While men should
make health a priority and take active daily steps to become healthier and stronger, there are many easy things that men - and women - can do to improve and maintain health. June is Men’s Health Month, a time to raise the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection. “By proactively getting the right health services, screenings and treatments, we help our chances of living a longer, healthier life,” said Capt. John Le Favour, Naval Hospital (NH) Jacksonville commanding officer. “Things such as age, health and family history, lifestyle choices, and other factors impact our health care needs and how often we need it. That’s why early detection is key. So we encourage you to get regular checkups and tests to find problems before they start.” Get good sleep- Insufficient sleep can be associated with a number of chronic diseases and conditions such as diabetes, obesity and depression. Sleep needs change with age - seven to nine hours is ideal for adults. Toss the tobacco- About 30 percent of U.S. men smoke cigarettes. It’s never too late to quit, plus it produces immediate and long-term benefits - lowers risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease and other illnesses. And avoid second-hand smoke - it can cause problems similar to those that smoke. Be active- Thirty-eight percent of U.S. men are overweight. At least two and a half hours of moderateintensity aerobic activity is recommended each week for adults. And indulge in muscle-strengthening
activities at least two days a week. Work all major muscle groups to include legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms. Spread activity out during the week, no need to do all at once. Eat healthy- Men should eat a variety of fruits and vegetables every day, as they are sources of the many vitamins and minerals that protect from chronic diseases. Choose healthy snacks and limit items high in calories, sugar, salt, fat and alcohol. Manage stress- Physical or emotional tension is often signs of stress. Sometimes stress can be good, but harmful when severe - feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Self-care and social support can be the best way to manage stress. Avoid drugs and alcohol, stay active and find support when needed. Stay on top of your game- Patients should see their primary care manager (PCM) for regular checkups. Because certain diseases may not have symptoms, regular checkups can help diagnose issues early - before becoming a problem. Pay attention to obvious signs and symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath. Individuals should also track personal numbers like blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol and body mass index. PCMs can identify what tests are needed and frequency needed. And get vaccinated. Immunizations help maintain health, regardless of age. They can protect individuals and the community from serious disease. Sign up for RelayHealth, a free and secure email service that allows patients to contact their care team for routine needs - from requesting lab results to appointments. Because this system is for non-urgent issues, it can take up to one business day for a reply. Visit www.relayhealth.com to sign up.
Education, Training Internet Apps Temporarily Unavailable Naval Education and Training Professional Development Technology Center Public Affairs
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s part of the Naval Education and Training Professional Development Technology Center’s (NETPDTC) annual Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) test for the Saufley Data Center, some Navy-wide internet applications will be unavailable Saturday morning June 13 and Saturday morning June 27. “It is very important that critical systems for the Naval Education and Training Command (NETC) regularly exercise their ability to function properly at the COOP location,” said Charlie Tibbs, director of operations and infrastructure for NETPDTC. “The outages will be fairly short as systems transfer and remain active in Great Lakes, Illinois, and also as they return operations to the Saufley Data Center in Pensacola two weeks later.” According to Robyn Baker, NETC Command Information Officer (CIO), COOP testing is vital for the training enterprise to function in case of outside interruptions. “The data center services NETC training around the world and the annual tests verify that the systems will
function properly at the COOP location in the event of a hurricane, disaster, or other emergency,” said Baker. “We’ve scheduled the transfers on weekends to minimize the impact to our customers.” Applications which will be unavailable on June 13 and 27 include: - Corporate Enterprise Training Activity Resource System (CeTARS) - Fund Administration and Standardized Document Automation (FASTDATA) - Navy e-Learning (NeL) For more information about the Naval Education and Training Professional Development Technology Center, visit the NETPDTC website at: https://www.netc.navy.mil/ netc/netpdtc/ Additional information about the Naval Education and Training Command is available by visiting: https://www. netc.navy.mil. For more news from Naval Education and Training Command, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnet/.
BATTLE of MIDWAY
MEMORIAL MCC Keith Bryska Gazette Editor
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aval Station (NS) Guantanamo Bay held a memorial service in honor of the Battle of Midway, June 5. The battle is largely considered one of the most important battles in Navy history. Many great historians refer to the Battle of Midway as an “incredible victory.” The United States with only 26 ships, took on 159 ships of the Imperial Japanese Navy. At that time, the Japanese were on top of the world and had yet to suffer a setback. The very thought that the United States Navy would accept this challenge was mind boggling. By any standard, our brave forces were outclassed and outnumbered. The U.S. Navy had no battleships and only three carriers the enemy had 11 battleships and eight carriers. Guest speaker NS Guantanamo Bay Commanding Officer Capt. David Culpepper spoke of the importance of the battle and what it
meant to our Navy today. “But in a single stroke, a tattered U.S. Navy and Marine Corps halted the Japanese advance,” said Culpepper. “To this day, the American action at Midway stands out as one of the greatest victories in naval history, abruptly ending Japan’s eastward push and turning the tide of the war in the Pacific.” During the ceremony 1st Sergeant Joshua Wruble, Marine Corps Security Company Guantanamo Bay First Sergeant spoke about the long standing unity between the Fleet Marine Force and the Navy. “In the 73 years since the Battle of Midway, a lot
has changed in our military. Much also remains the same. Today, here we are, once again on an island secured by the blood of Sailors and Marines,” said Wruble. This morning, as I looked at the 50 Sailors and Marines behind me, holding those flags, I was reminded of the awesome power and the unique relationship that we share between our two services. There is no better example in the 21st century than at Guantanamo Bay. Here, the Marines find themselves engaged in one of their earliest primary missions from hundreds of years ago; the defense of advanced Naval Forces.” The battle was fought courageously and in
a single master stroke, a battered U.S. Navy and Marine Corps halted the fierce Japanese advance, abruptly ending Japan’s eastward push and turning the tide of the war in the Pacific. For the Americans, the price of victory was 307 courageous lives, 147 planes, a destroyer and a carrier. For the Japanese, the price was 3,500 lives, a heavy cruiser and four carriers, the same carriers that were present at the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor. “Midway was a seminal moment in establishing the United States as not only a world power, but the greatest military force the earth has ever known,” said Culpepper.
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