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NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY February 17, 2012 PRESORT STD US POSTAGE PAID SO. MD. NEWSPAPERS PERMIT #1 FREE CLASSIFIED ADS FOR MILITARY AND GOVERNMENT CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES E-mail [email protected] or Call (540) 653-8153 USS Mason Gets An Upgrade, Page 3 S OUTH P OTOMAC P ILOT S OUTH P OTOMAC P ILOT Maryland Voter Deadlines Approaching, Page 2 INSIDE: INSIDE: By Andrew Revelos NSASP Staff Writer Personnel living and working on Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren packed the Dowell Com- munity House on Feb. 9 to celebrate Black History Month with speech, song and of course, food. The theme of this year's celebra- tion was "Black Women in American History and Culture," a theme pre- sented enthusiastically by Master Chief Petty Officer Evelyn Banks, command master chief of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the ceremony's guest speaker. After the presentation of colors by the Aegis Training and Readiness Center color guard, and recognition of command staff present, Jessica Kennedy, an engineer with Naval Sur- face Warfare Center Dahlgren Divi- sion (NSWCDD) W43 and president of the Fredericksburg chapter of the Society of Woman Engineers, ad- dressed the crowd. "This year, with a theme of black women in American culture and his- tory, I'm delighted to welcome you to this tribute, [one which] will share the impact that African-American women have had on our society," said Kennedy. "With attentive ears and cu- rious minds, please enjoy this cele- bration. You are indeed welcome." Aaron Anderson and Craig Cor- nish, assigned to NSWCDD W61 and G73 respectively, treated the crowd to a rendition of Bill Withers' classic "Lean on Me." The initial ceremony plan called only for Anderson to sing; he was joined by Cornish only min- utes before the ceremony began, though the pair's spirited perform- ance gave no hint at the improvisa- tion. Cornish said the duet came natu- rally. "I've been in the church a long time," he said. "It kind of comes with the territory." Overcoming Ignorance of the Past Capt. Peter Nette, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP), praised the contributions African-Americans have made to society and revisited the creation of Black History Month. "Recognition of black history only began in this country in 1926," said Nette. "It was founded because of one man, Doctor Carter G. Woodson. Doctor Woodson said he created this observance, because for too long he had seen centuries of African-Ameri- can contributions be overlooked, ig- nored and even suppressed by writers of history textbooks and the teachers who use them. "Black History Month was created as way of overcoming this lack of NSF Dahlgren celebrates black history U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos Heart and Soul: Master Chief Petty Officer Evelyn Banks, fore- ground, command master chief for Naval Sea Systems Com- mand (NAVSEA), and LaChanda Anaga-Nwoke, black employ- ment program manager for NSWCDD, enjoy a rendition of "Lean on Me" at Dahlgren's Black History Month celebration. See History, Page 2 By Andrew Revelos NSASP Staff Writer Students from the Dahlgren School stepped out of their classrooms for a day-long stint in the real world during the school's annual Job Shadow Day on Feb. 2. Sixteen students divided into groups be- fore a short van trip brought them to commands across Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren. This year's Jobs Shadow Day saw the students learn about a variety of base activities, including Public Works, the Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) and several departments within the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). After volunteer mentors guided the student groups through the various activities, the students reassembled for tours of the Potomac Riv- er Test Range (PRTR) and the naval railgun facility. Teachers and administrators at the Dahlgren School praised the event as a way to underscore the importance of studying hard now, in order to begin a rewarding career later. "The Job Shadow experi- ence gives students an opportunity to connect to the real world and see the application of the lessons that they learn in school," said Alice Herring, prin- cipal of the Dahlgren School. "[Students] often times ask 'why do we need to know this?' especially in Math and Science.To see the mentors really using the information is inspir- ing and exciting to them and to the teachers." One of those mentors never got a chance to shadow a professional in her junior high school days, but said she enjoys extending the opportunity today to young people all the same. "I don't remember getting to participate in a Job Shadow Day growing up, but I think the program is wonderful and something that I would have very much looked forward to as a young adult," said Brenna White, water media manager for the Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) Public Works Department's Environmental Division at Dahlgren. White guided three students, Noah Devine, Ge- offrey Geoghagen and Marlon Riley, through the base's wastewater treatment facility.White's pro- Job Shadow Day sends Dahlgren School installation wide U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos Brenna White, water media manager for Dahlgren, instructs Dahlgren School stu- dents on how to check the pH of storm water. Students shown are (l. to r.) eighth graders Noah Divine and Marlon Riley and seventh grader Geoffrey Geoghegan. See Shadow, Page 3

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NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY

February 17, 2012

PRESORTSTD

USPOSTAGEPAID

SO.MD.

NEWSPAPERS

PERMIT#1

FREE CLASSIFIED ADS FOR MILITARY AND GOVERNMENT CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES E-mail [email protected] or Call (540) 653-8153

USS MasonGets AnUpgrade,Page 3

SOUTH POTOMAC PILOTSOUTH POTOMAC PILOT

MarylandVoter DeadlinesApproaching,Page 2

INSIDE:INSIDE:By Andrew RevelosNSASP Staff Writer

Personnel living and working onNaval Support Facility (NSF)Dahlgren packed the Dowell Com-munity House on Feb. 9 to celebrateBlack History Month with speech,song and of course, food.

The theme of this year's celebra-tion was "Black Women in AmericanHistory and Culture," a theme pre-sented enthusiastically by MasterChief Petty Officer Evelyn Banks,command master chief of Naval SeaSystems Command (NAVSEA) andthe ceremony's guest speaker.

After the presentation of colors bythe Aegis Training and ReadinessCenter color guard, and recognitionof command staff present, JessicaKennedy, an engineer with Naval Sur-face Warfare Center Dahlgren Divi-sion (NSWCDD) W43 and presidentof the Fredericksburg chapter of theSociety of Woman Engineers, ad-dressed the crowd.

"This year, with a theme of blackwomen in American culture and his-tory, I'm delighted to welcome you tothis tribute, [one which] will share the

impact that African-Americanwomen have had on our society," saidKennedy. "With attentive ears and cu-rious minds, please enjoy this cele-bration. You are indeed welcome."

Aaron Anderson and Craig Cor-

nish, assigned to NSWCDD W61 andG73 respectively, treated the crowd toa rendition of Bill Withers' classic"Lean on Me." The initial ceremonyplan called only for Anderson to sing;he was joined by Cornish only min-

utes before the ceremony began,though the pair's spirited perform-ance gave no hint at the improvisa-tion.

Cornish said the duet came natu-rally. "I've been in the church a longtime," he said. "It kind of comes withthe territory."Overcoming Ignoranceof the Past

Capt. Peter Nette, commandingofficer of Naval Support ActivitySouth Potomac (NSASP), praised thecontributions African-Americanshave made to society and revisitedthe creation of Black History Month.

"Recognition of black history onlybegan in this country in 1926," saidNette. "It was founded because of oneman, Doctor Carter G. Woodson.Doctor Woodson said he created thisobservance, because for too long hehad seen centuries of African-Ameri-can contributions be overlooked, ig-nored and even suppressed by writersof history textbooks and the teacherswho use them.

"Black History Month was createdas way of overcoming this lack of

NSF Dahlgren celebrates black history

U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

Heart and Soul: Master Chief Petty Officer Evelyn Banks, fore-ground, command master chief for Naval Sea Systems Com-mand (NAVSEA), and LaChanda Anaga-Nwoke, black employ-ment program manager for NSWCDD, enjoy a rendition of"Lean on Me" at Dahlgren's Black History Month celebration.

See History, Page 2

By Andrew RevelosNSASP Staff Writer

Students from the Dahlgren School stepped outof their classrooms for a day-long stint in the realworld during the school's annual Job Shadow Dayon Feb. 2. Sixteen students divided into groups be-fore a short van trip brought them to commandsacross Naval Support Facility (NSF) Dahlgren.

This year's Jobs Shadow Day saw the studentslearn about a variety of base activities, includingPublic Works, the Aegis Training and ReadinessCenter (ATRC) and several departments within theNaval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division(NSWCDD). After volunteer mentors guided thestudent groups through the various activities, thestudents reassembled for tours of the Potomac Riv-er Test Range (PRTR) and the naval railgun facility.

Teachers and administrators at the DahlgrenSchool praised the event as a way to underscore theimportance of studying hard now, in order to begina rewarding career later. "The Job Shadow experi-ence gives students an opportunity to connect tothe real world and see the application of the lessonsthat they learn in school," said Alice Herring, prin-cipal of the Dahlgren School.

"[Students] often times ask 'why do we need toknow this?' especially in Math and Science. To seethe mentors really using the information is inspir-ing and exciting to them and to the teachers."

One of those mentors never got a chance toshadow a professional in her junior high schooldays, but said she enjoys extending the opportunitytoday to young people all the same.

"I don't remember getting to participate in a Job

Shadow Day growing up, but I think the program iswonderful and something that I would have verymuch looked forward to as a young adult," saidBrenna White, water media manager for the NavalSupport Activity South Potomac (NSASP) PublicWorks Department's Environmental Division at

Dahlgren.White guided three students, Noah Devine, Ge-

offrey Geoghagen and Marlon Riley, through thebase's wastewater treatment facility. White's pro-

Job Shadow Day sends Dahlgren School installation wide

U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

Brenna White, water media manager for Dahlgren, instructs Dahlgren School stu-dents on how to check the pH of storm water. Students shown are (l. to r.) eighthgraders Noah Divine and Marlon Riley and seventh grader Geoffrey Geoghegan.

See Shadow, Page 3

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The South Potomac Pilot2 Friday, February 17, 2012

knowledge and awareness. [Wood-son] believed that one of the great-est sources of racial injustice is igno-rance of the past," said Nette. "So[today] is about recognizing 400years of African-Americans, whoselives helped make the country whatit is today, who made contributionsto every sphere of our national life,from culture and business, to poli-tics and science."

Capt. Michael Smith, command-er of NSWCDD, spoke about the ori-gins Black History Month as well asits 2012 theme.

"Our history is rich with exam-ples of the accomplishments ofAfrican-American women," saidSmith. "From Harriet Tubman, theleader of the underground railroadfrom slavery, to Rosa Parks, a namewe will always [associate] with themodern civil rights movement, toartists such as Gwendolyn Brooksand legislators such a Barbara Jordanand Shirley Chisholm, our nation isstronger because of their contribu-tions."

After reading a portion of Presi-dent Barack Obama's 2012 African-American History Month Proclama-tion, Smith praised the contributionsAfrican-American Sailors havebrought to the Navy.

"Today, we particularly honorthose Africa-American men andwomenwhohaveservedinthe Unit-ed States Navy," he said. "African-Americans have served bravely inthe Navy through every war andconflict since the American Revolu-tion."

Dwayne Nelson, an engineer as-signed to NSWCDD W24 and vicepresident of National Society ofBlack Engineers, Region Two, Po-tomac River Alumni ExtensionChapter, described his organizationbefore introducing Banks. "Our mis-sion is to increase the number of cul-

turally-responsible black engineers,who excel academically, succeedprofessionally and have a positiveimpact on their community," hesaid.Down to Earth Geeks

Nelson then gave a brief careersummary of Banks, who took centerstage and gave a rousing speech."I'm sick and tired of being sick andtired," said Banks, quoting African-American civil rights activist FannieLou Hamer. "I refuse to give up."

"To Captains Nette and Smith, toall these dignitaries who elevate theplatform and to all of the men andwomen of the NAVSEA family outhere in Dahlgren, I've got to say'thank God,'" said Banks.

"I thank Him for the warm hos-pitality, for the kindly invitation, forthe time I've graced these hallowedhalls. And I sure thank God for theparking space. Everywhere I go inNAVSEA, folks say 'we don't haveenough parking.' So if we don't haveenough, for me to catch one, I'meternally grateful."

Banks thanked the members oftheDahlgrencommunityformakingher visit possible and addressed oneof Dahlgren's most pervasive stereo-types. "I thought I was going to bespeaking to... geeks," she told thechuckling audience. "You folks hereat NAVSEA, you're all smart geeks,and I say that affectionately. Just re-ally, really, really smart.

"And rarely do you get a bunch ofsmart folks together who've learnedhow to humanize themselves and

just be down-home, good folks. So Ithank you smart geeks for beingdown to earth," she said.

Banks recounted the role raceplayed in her childhood and profes-sional career with a humorous styleall her own. "As I pondered mythoughtsfortoday'sremarks,Ikindoffocused on the theme, black womenin culture and history," she said.

"You know, with a little bit of ed-ucation behind my belt, I could fixyou all up a good speech. I couldprobably match the subject andverbs together and I could work andwork on my diction, but since this isabout black women, I'm going togive you who I am. They did teachme noun/verb subject agreement; Idid learn [that] in the third gradeback in Mississippi. But I have got totell you, it feels good sometimes toslash those verbs in half."

Banks credited three women formaking her the woman she is today:her mother, Fannie Lou Hamer, andCoretta King, widow of MartinLuther King Jr. "A lot of folks com-plain about how bad life is, how badthings are," said Banks. "Well, ifyou're going to complain, get up anddo something."

It was after the civil rights strug-gles of the 1960s, however, thatBanks said she experienced racialdiscrimination in the Navy duringhercareer.Whenanofficermadeun-becoming remarks about Banks'race, gender and time-in-rank as shechecked in on board a ship for thefirst time, Banks requestedtheofficerjudge her after she had a chance toperform her duty.

Itwouldnotbethelast time racialprejudice affected Banks' career, butin each case, Banks encouraged thecrowd to take her own example andstay happy, despite the challenges."I'm the total custodian of my joy,because of people like you," she said."You allow me to be me."

History: Rich with examples of accomplishments of African-American womenContinued from page 1

Capt. Michael Smith, NSWCDD commander, presents Mas-ter Chief Petty Officer Evelyn Banks with a gift after shespoke at Dahlgren's celebration of Black History Month.

LS1 Jarriel GardnerExplosive Ordnance DisposalTechnology Division

"Black History month is a time toremember the contributions andtribulations of this country. I amthankful for the sacrifices pastBlack Americans have made tosecure the future generation. Di-versity brings background andexperience to the Navy. Every-one at some point in their life hashad the opportunity to overcomechallenges, whether because oftheir ethnic background or val-ues. These are important be-cause this is who we are andwhat we represent as an individ-ual. What we experience, good orbad, can be used in the develop-ment of other Sailors."

GSM1 Terence RambeauNaval Support Activity SouthPotomac

"Being an African-AmericanSailor, there's a lot of pride.Everyone must go throughsome struggle to get to wherethey want to go. A lot of African-Americans have served in theNavy and many became he-roes, but they went through agreat deal of struggle just tohave the opportunity.

Knowing that keeps me at a lev-el where I know I just got tokeep striving, no matter whathappens. Being diverse in theNavy creates bonds betweenpeople and between cultures; itkeeps us from being closed-minded because your way isn'talways the best way."

FCI Darnell WilliamsAegis Training and ReadinessCenter

"Black History Month means alot to me because it gives methe chance to go back and lookat my past history, through myethnicity, through my ancestors.I get to reap the benefits of thethings they fought for andsought after. Back in the day, inthe Navy, African-Americanswere only allowed to be stew-ards and things like that. Today,with me being a First-Class FireControlman, working onweapons systems and nowteaching students to go out onship to do the same, I know Iwould not be able to do that hadit not been for my African-Ameri-can ancestors."

YNC William CunninghamExplosive Ordnance DisposalTechnology Division

"This month recognizes the ef-forts and accomplishments ofblacks. It recognizes and re-flects the contribution of blacksin the forming of today's Ameri-ca. [Diversity is] what makesAmerica great. The Navy bringsdifferent experiences and cul-tures together to form a mightyforce."

FC1 Stacey VelvinAegis Training and ReadinessCenter

"Black History Month is achance for people to understandand see some of the contribu-tions African-Americans havemade to history, to the military,to the country in general. Diver-sity brings an understanding [tothe Navy]; it allows you to workwith someone, to get to knowsomeone, who may not comefrom the same background."

U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

Aaron Anderson (r.) and Craig Cornish with NSWCDD kick off the 2012 celebration of BlackHistory Month by singing a rendition of "Lean on Me," by Bill Withers.

National African-American History Month: NSASP-hosted Sailors in their own words

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CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED

Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg orKing George to Indian Head, Monday thru Fridaywith one RDO, prefer 7-430, but hours can be ne-gotiated. 703-909-3380.

Riders wanted to start a carpool from the NorthernNeck (Lively/Lancaster), passing through Warsawat 0605 and Montross at 0615, arriving at Dahlgrenby 0700; leaving Dahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at540-653-6776 or 571-232-5412 (cell).

Vanpool wanted from the Ferry Farm to Maingate/B gate entrance area. Preferably leave by0700 and leave from base around 1530-1630 lat-est. Contact Richard @[email protected]

From the Ferry Farm area to Dahlgren Bldg. 1500area. Prefer early work hours. Call Mark, 540-653-2148.

Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves from Rich-mond 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 703-692-9590.

Carpool/vanpool wanted from Montross area toDahlgren. Can also take up to 3 or 4 riders fromhere if they would prefer me to drive. Call Doc at252-670-6686. Early risers only.

Riders wanted for vanpool from Home Depot onRt. 3 near Central Park, Fredericksburg, stops atmain gate and B gate. Departs 0640, return 4 p.m.M-Th and 3 p.m. Fridays. If interested, call Mike at540-903-4225 or e-mail [email protected]

RIDERS WANTED

Rt 234 & US 1 Dumfries Commuter Lot toDahlgren. Depart at 0630. Stops at the Targetparking lot off exit 133 (Warrenton). LeaveDahlgren at 1620. Call Lin at 540-653-1266.

Claiborne Run at Chatham (Next to Steamers andCVS and across from Wawa on Butler Rd.) toDahlgren. M-Th 0640 departure from Fredericks-burg, leave Dahlgren at 1600; Fridays from 0640 to1530. Call Maria, 540-653-3094.

Fredericksburg Rt. 208 commuter lot and FerryFarm Wal-Mart to Dahlgren; accepting riders ordrivers; call Gina at 540-653-2281.

Want to start a carpool? Need riders?

“Commuter Clearinghouse” is a source for informa-tion on carpools or vanpools that already exist andneed passengers, as well as a place for employeesto advertise to start a carpool or vanpool. Whetheryou already operate a carpool or vanpool and areopen to accepting new riders or need drivers, or ifyou are looking for a carpool or vanpool, provideus with information that might help you find or starta commuter opportunity, such as, where you willneed to commute from and to, preferred scheduleand contact information. You can send your infor-mation via e-mail to [email protected] orcontact our office toll free at 866-359-5540, or DSN249-8153, or 540-653-8153.

FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING SERVICE

GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service thatassists persons who are seeking daily transporta-tion from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania,Caroline and King George counties to employmentlocations in Dahlgren among other employmentsites. Go to www.gwregion.org/gwrideconnect.html.

fessional responsibilities include oversee-ing the drinking, waste, storm run-off andindustrial water on base. At every turnduring the tour, the students saw howskills learned in the classroom apply in theworking world.

After collecting storm water sampleswith the students, it was off to the waste-water treatment facility lab to measure theresults.

White explained how both chemistryand biology are part of monitoring andcleansing wastewater. The students tookpH reading of their samples and observedthe tiny life present in the water under amicroscope.

White took time to explain the impor-tance of the scientific method and howher work affects the environment aroundDahlgren.

"The Environmental Division has theopportunity to participate in many publicoutreach activities," said White, who is aregular participant in Dahlgren's educa-tional outreaches.

"From battery turn-ins, science fairs,Earth Day, and Jobs Day, our job is moreeffective if we can increase public aware-ness of the environment and involve thecommunity."

White and all the mentors at the JobShadow Day did more than just show thestudents various science, technology, en-gineering and math (STEM) skills in ac-tion, however. For military kids used to atransient lifestyle, the tour provided asense of community and place that wouldbe difficult for a young person to other-wise acquire.

"Many of the students don't reallyknow what kind of activities go on aroundthe base, despite living here, and most ofthem have probably never ventured out ofthe housing area," said Lisa Augustyniak,a science and English teacher at theDahlgren School.

Augustyniak accompanied the stu-dents touring the wastewater treatmentfacility. "Having a chance to see the typesof things that the people here do not onlyincreases their knowledge of their sur-roundings, but also enlightens them as towhat kinds of jobs are available to some-one interested in science and technology.This generation is growing up in a com-pletely different world... almost all ofthem have smart phones and internet ac-cess available to them at all times. It'sgood for them to see where that technol-ogy is coming from and how it can be ap-plied outside of the world of middleschool."

Such lessons may not neatly fit withinthe confines of a classroom or subject, but

the staff of the Dahlgren School sees thevalue in educational outreaches like JobShadow Day and thanked the mentors formaking the experience possible.

"We are fortunate to have the expertisein all fields at Dahlgren, but especiallythose in science, technology, engineeringand math," said Herring. "We appreciate

the continual willingness of the profes-sionals on the base to contribute theirtime to give back to the students in JobShadow Day and as guest speakers.

"Thanks to [NSASP event coordinator]Susan Prien, who has been working withDahlgren School for the past six years toprovide this opportunity."

Shadow: Participating in Dahlgren’s educational outreachContinued from page 1

U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

Geoffrey Geoghegan, seventh grade, checks out the microorgan-isms used at Dahlgren's Wastewater Treatment Facility to breakdown pollutants as part of Job Shadow Day on Feb. 2.

Brenna White, left, water media manager, and Barry Randall, wastewater operator, show students from the Dahlgren School how theyapply classroom skills on the job during Job Shadow Day.

By Chris BashamTester Editor

Haley Fuentes, 8, thought it was justanother school assembly, meant toaward her and other Park Hall Elemen-tary School third graders for placementon the honor roll and perfect atten-dance. It didn't take long, though, forher to realize something was up.

"When I saw Dad, I thought, 'That'snot a good sign,'" Haley said.

Being the composed, roll-with-the-changes girl she is, Haley just greetedher father, Master-at-arms Chief PettyOfficer Edgar L. Fuentes, and sat withher fellow classmates. If it was a little

odd to have her parents standing nearthe stage with the commanding officerand command master chief from her fa-ther's naval installation in the middle ofthe school day, she didn't let on. Han-dling the unexpected is just part of lifeas a military child -- the moves, extend-ed deployments and additional respon-sibility at home are all part of the life sheknows.

"Haley is an amazing child. Alwayskeeping her spirits up through deploy-ment and separations, she maintains allA's in school and is very supportive andhelpful to her peers. Haley Fuentes istruly a pleasure to have as a role modelfor other students and children experi-

encing the loss or deployment of a par-ent and is most deserving of the MilitaryChild of the Year Award," PrincipalKathy Norton read, from a letter shewrote nominating Haley. On Feb. 3,Norton announced to the entire thirdgrade, base leadership and the Fuentesfamily that Haley has been selected as asemi-finalist in that competition.

At 8 years old, she is also theyoungest of the 20 Navy children cho-sen to be semi-finalists. The award, pre-sented each year by Operation Home-front, is intended to recognize childrenfor their character and service to thecommunity.

"Out of 20 in the whole Navy, that

Semifinalist for Military Child of the Year

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Everything advertised in this publication shall be made availablefor purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, color, religion,sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political af-filiation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron.If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser

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Editorial content is edited, prepared, and provided by the PublicAffairs Office, NSA South Potomac. News copy should be submittedby noon on Friday to be considered for the following week’s edition. Allmaterial is edited for accuracy, brevity, clarity, and conformity to regu-lations. To inquire about news copy, call 540-653-8153 or fax The SouthPotomac Pilot at 540-653-4269. Commercial advertising may be placedwith the publisher by calling 301-645-9480.

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www.dcmilitary.com/dahlgrenNSA South Potomac • Office: 540-653-8153 • 540-284-0129

DahlgrenFree Tax Return Assistance

NSASP's Fleet and Family Support Center will help preparetax returns for active-duty and retired military personnel at nocost beginning Jan. 17, by appointment only. Call 540-653-1839or toll free 800-500-4947 to make your appointment.

FSSC will also offer single Sailor tax preparation assistanceat no cost at NSF Dahlgren's Liberty Center on Feb. 25 11a.m. -5p.m. No appointment necessary.

DOSC Accepting Scholarship Appsand Charity Grant Applications

The Dahlgren Officers' Spouses Club (DOSC) is currentlyaccepting scholarship applications and written requests fromnon-profit organizations to receive charitable funds to supporttheir organization. All requests must be in writing and submit-ted via the United States Postal Service, postmarked no laterthan April 16. For more info, visit www.dahlgrenosc.webs.com.

Pre-Natal/Post Partum Support GroupHaving a baby or dealing with a new baby? Join Fleet and

Family Support Center's Pre-Natal/Post Partum SupportGroup. The group meets every Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. atFFSC, Bldg. 214 on Schoolhouse Lane at Dahlgren. For moreinformation, contactTina Sims at 540-623-1129 or toll free 800-500-4947.

Scholarships for Military ChildrenApplications for the 2012 Scholarships for Military Children

Program are now available at commissaries worldwide as wellas online through a link on www.commissaries.com and direct-ly at www.militaryscholar.org.The program awards at least one$1,500 scholarship to a student at each commissary.

To be eligible for a scholarship, the student must be a de-pendent, unmarried child, no older than 21 - or 23 if enrolledas a full-time student at a college or university - of a servicemember on active duty, reservist, guardsman, retiree or sur-vivor of a military member who died while on active duty orsurvivor of a retiree. Eligibility is determined using the DefenseEnrollment Eligibility Reporting System database.

Applicants must submit an essay on a topic which is listedat www.militaryscholar.org. Applications must be turned in toa commissary by close of business Feb. 24.

Indian HeadSpouses' Club Opens "Treasures" Thrift Store

The recently established Indian Head Spouses' Club an-nounces the opening of their "Treasures Thrift Store," locatedat 12 Strauss Ave. next door to the USO. The store is open everyTuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Donations to theThrift Store are accepted on Mondays andTuesdays, but other donation appointments can be arranged.

Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store everymonth? Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operatinghours or email [email protected] for more information.

To publish information on your event or program under"Base Happenings," contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540-653-8153 or email [email protected].

Base Happenings

Maryland residents who are eligible to vote in the up-coming elections but are not yet registered, including 17-year-olds who will be 18 years old or older on or before theNovember 6 General Election, must complete a voter reg-istration application and hand deliver or mail the appli-cation to the Charles County Board of Elections. A hand-delivered application must be received in the Board ofElections office by 9 p.m. on March 13, and a mailed ap-plication must be postmarked by March 13. This is alsothe deadline for registered voters who have moved sincethe last election to provide updated address informationto the Charles County Board of Elections and for registeredvoters who wish to change their party affiliation.

Voter registration applications are available at the fol-lowing locations:

* Local boards of elections* Motor Vehicle Administration offices* State Department of Health offices* Local Department of Social Services offices* Offices on Aging* Division of Rehabilitation Services* Public institutions of higher education* Marriage license bureaus* Post offices* Public libraries* State Board of Elections

Citizens may also call 1-800-222-8683 to request an ap-plication by mail, or visit www.elections.state.md.us<http://undefined> (click "Voter Registration Informa-tion" under Quick Links).

Most of Maryland's polling places are accessible to vot-ers with disabilities. An elderly voter or a voter with a dis-ability who is assigned to an inaccessible polling placemay request reassignment to an accessible polling place.This request must be submitted in writing by 9 p.m. onTuesday, March 13. The form to request reassignment isavailable at www.elections.state.md.us <http://unde-fined> (type "polling place reassignment" in the Searchfield). On receipt of a timely request, the Charles CountyBoard of Elections will review the request and determinewhether there is an accessible polling place with the sameballot as the voter's home precinct and notify the voter ofthe status of his or her request.

On the State Board of Elections' website, a voter canverify his or her voter registration status and find out if thepolling place to which he or she has been assigned is ac-cessible. To find this information, a voter can visitwww.elections.state.md.us <http://undefined> and clickon the "Find Out Here" link.

The 2012 Presidential Primary Election will be held onTuesday, April 3, and the General Election will be held onTuesday, November 6. Starting the 2nd Saturday beforethe election through theThursday before the election, vot-ers can vote in person at the designated early voting cen-ter(s) in their county of residence. Early voting locationsand hours and additional election-related dates and in-formation are available at www.elections.state.md.us<http://undefined> (click "Early Voting" under QuickLinks).

For more information, voters may contact the CharlesCounty Board of Election at 301-934-8972 or 301-870-3167or the State Board of Elections at 1-800-222-VOTE (8683)or visit www.elections.state.md.us.

Maryland voter registra-tion deadline approaching

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DahlgrenHigh School Theatre Dept.Presents "Seussical"

The King George High School Theatre Department willperform "Seussical", Feb. 15 - 18 at 7 p.m. nightly at KingGeorge High School. Cost is $6. Based on the books of Dr.Seuss, the world of Dr. Seuss comes alive in this colorful,musical production. Horton has heard a Who, and it's upto him to protect an entire village from certain doom. Nar-rated by the Cat in the Hat, this is a show you won't wantto miss. An interpreter will be available for the hearing im-paired at the Saturday performance.

Donations will be accepted at each performance to aidtheWoundedWarrior Project that helps wounded warriorsreturning home from the current conflicts and providesassistance to their families. Dinner also served at 6 p.m.Cost is $5 to $8. Entrees include Green Eggs & Ham, FishNuggets and Goulash all served with sides, drink anddessert.

Bowls for Books Benefits Smoot LibraryThe third annual chili supper to benefit the Smoot Me-

morial Library building fund will be held on Friday, Feb-ruary 17 from 5 - 8 p.m. at the King George Citizen's Cen-ter. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the library(temporarily housed in the old KG middle school duringthe renovation), or may be purchased at the door the nightof the event. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children4-14, children 3 and under free. For tickets or more infor-mation, contact Cindy Sexton at X3-8372.

Virginia Requires Safe Boating CourseA safe boating class, sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard

Auxiliary, will be held on Saturday, March 3, in ColonialBeach, VA. Successful completion of this course will pro-vide you with the needed certificate, which is good foryour life, to meet the newVirginia regulation. Class will befrom 8:45 AM to 6 PM at the Espresso Station coffee shop,215 Washington Ave, Colonial Beach. Early registration is$30 (paid by Feb 28) or $45 (after Feb 28). To register or formore information, call Kyle at (804) 224-7230 or June at804-761-0952 or email [email protected].

In Virginia, jet ski operators aged 50 years or youngerand motor boat operators aged 20 years or younger are re-quired to have taken a NASBLA approved safe boatingcourse. On July 1, 2012 the ages will be raised! You cancheck out this requirement via the following link:www.dgif.virginia.gov /boating/education/requirement/.

Olympians at Rappahannock RaidersSwim Clinic

The Rappahannock Raiders will hold a Mutual of Om-aha BREAKout! Swim Clinic at the King George YMCA onApr. 28 from 1-5 p.m. The clinic will have two Olympicswimming medalists - Ian Crocker, 4-time Olympic GoldMedalist and 8-time World Championship Gold Medalist,and Kristy Kowal, Olympic Silver Medalist and 2-timeWorld Championship Gold Medalist. They will be provid-ing hands-on training and inspirational training lecturesin this four-hour clinic. To register and for more informa-tion, go to rappraiders.com.

Indian HeadCollege Information Session at CSM

College of Southern Maryland will hold a free CollegeInformation Session on Saturday, February 18 from 9 a.m.- Noon at CSM Center for Business and Industry (BI Build-ing), Room 113. Informational workshops will feature dis-cussion panels on the college experience at two- and four-year schools, a student panel discussing their college ex-periences and a parent panel discussing affording college.Scholarship information will also be available.

Light refreshments will be provided, and a raffle prizewill be given away. For more information, [email protected] or call 301-934-7750.

Women's Soccer LeagueRegistration Announced

The Charles County Department of Public Works willhold registration for the upcoming Spring Women's Soc-cer League from Monday, February 27, through Friday,March 16, 2012. League play will take place on Sundays atLaurel Springs Regional Park in La Plata. A "7 vs. 7" formatwill be played on an intermediate-size field. The franchisefee is $450 per team. Teams may register at the Depart-ment of Public Works (1001 Radio Station Road, La Plata),weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more infor-mation, interested teams should call 301-932-3470 or 301-870-2778 , or visit www.charlescountyparks.com.

Charles County Middle SchoolBasketball League

Test your skills versus the best Charles County has tooffer. This league is designed to allow middle school stu-dents who have dreams of playing high school basketballan opportunity to play against their peers. There will bean eight game regular season with playoffs. Divisions are

based on grade level. Players can only play at middleschool community center they currently attend. Those at-tending private school must play for the center in their ap-propriate school zone. Open to students in grades 6-8 forthe 2011-2012 school year. Divisions are: 6th, 7th, and 8thGrade Boys; as well as 6th - 8th Grade Girls. Practice is es-timated to begin March 12. Registration is limited anddeadline is March 3. The registration fee is $90; however,if you register before February 18, the fee is $75, whichsaves you $15! Online registration is available atwww.charlescountyparks.com. For more information,please call 301-934-9305 or 301-870-3388, ext 5152.

St. Charles Running Festival Set for April 14thThe Charles County Commissioners are pleased to an-

nounce that the second annual St. Charles Running Fes-tival, presented by Lennar Homes, will take place on Sat-urday, April 14. The festival will consist of three differentdistances (10 miles, 5k and a kids' fun run), and proceedsfrom the event will benefit local charities, including Spe-cial Olympics.

The 5k course starts and finishes at Regency FurnitureStadium, and is a basic up-and-back loop on PineyChurch Rd. The Chick-fil-A Kids Fun Run will be con-tained within the parking lots of the stadium. The day'sevents coincide with the annual Fan Fest celebration host-ed by the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs.

Entry fees for the three races are $55 for the 10-Miler,$20 for the 5K and $10 for the Kids Fun Run prior to March1. After that the 10-Miler fees increase to $65 and the 5Kincreases to $30. For more information or to register, visitwww.StCharlesRunFest.com or call 410-605-9381.

White Plains Golf Course AnnouncesJunior Clinics

White Plains Golf Course will offer two Junior GolfClinics in June. Session I (ages 8 - 12) will be held June 18,19, 20 & 21, 8 - 9:30 a.m. Session II (ages 13 - 17) will beheld June 25, 26, 27 & 28, 8 - 9:30 a.m. Each four-class ses-sion costs $50 per child. Session includes instruction, con-tests, and prizes. Early registration is recommended asclass size is limited. For additional information or to reg-ister, contact White Plains Golf Course at 301-645-1300.White Plains Golf Course is located on St. Charles Parkway,south of DeMarr Road. For more info or to register, call301-645-0580.

To publish information on your event in "CommunityNotes," call or email the Naval Support Activity South Po-tomac public affairs office at 540-653-8153 [email protected].

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DahlgrenSuper Bowl XLIV Champ Comes backto Dahlgren

Wednesday, February 22, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Join the celebration at Cannonball Lanes

in the multi-purpose room for a visit with Jer-mon Bushrod - # 74 of the New Orleans Saints.This King George native will be making a spe-cial appearance at NSF Dahlgren to sharehighlights of the Saints 2011 season and signone autograph per patron. For more informa-tion, contact 540-653-7777.

Fitness CenterNSASP All Star Basketball

NSF Dahlgren vs. NSF Indian HeadFebruary 23, 6 p.m.Taking place at NSF Indian Head. Free to

participate. Free admission. FreeThrow Com-petition begins at 5:30 p.m. Hot Shot takesplace during halftime. Register at theDahlgren or Indian Head Fitness Centers.Open to all with base access. To participate,call Ira Seth, Fitness Director, at 540-653-2215or 540-653-8580. Ask for information ontransportation.

Craftech CenterLunch Bunch Stenciling

February 21Create a one of a kind stenciled project.

Cost $10 includes all materials. Minimumclass size is 3, maximum Class size 8.For moreinformation contact 540-653-1730.

Fused Glass ClassFebruary 23Create a unique piece of art in glass. Cost

$35 includes all materials. Minimum class sizeis 3, maximum class size 6. For more informa-tion, contact 540-653-1730.

Bowling Center -Cannonball Lanes

9-Pin Bowling TournamentFebruary 25, 6 p.m.Cannonball Lanes Bowling CenterCost is $15 per person. Prizes will be

awarded. Eligible patrons include all withbase access. For more information, contactCannonball Lanes at 540-653-7327.

Liberty CenterAll programs are available to E1- E6 sin-

gle/unaccompanied Active Duty Military only

Mardi Gras PartyFebruary 21, 5 p.m.Free event! Join us for Cajun food and some

King Cake. For more information, contact theLiberty Center at 540-653-7277.

"Dating Doctor" ComedicEntertainment at the Liberty Center

February 24, 7 p.m.Come join your Liberty crew for an evening

of dating tips, relationship do's and don'ts andmuch more. David Coleman is "America'sReal-Life Hitch." If you have seen the movie"Hitch" then you have seen what David does.Event is free. For more information, pleasecontact 540-653-7277.

Liberty Movie and Pizza NightFebruary 28, 5 p.m.Have dinner with Liberty and enjoy the

newest movies. For more information contactthe Liberty Center at 540-653-7277. Pizza issponsored by Domino's Pizza. This is event isfree to Liberty patrons.

MWR Highlights540-653-7336

Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.

$5 Civilian, $4 Active Duty, Retired andReserve Mil E7 and above and their fami-ly members with ID, $2.50 E1-E6 and be-low and their family members with ID, $2Child (6-11), Free - Child (5 and under).

Friday, Feb. 17 -Girl with the Dragon Tattoo

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Saturday, Feb. 18The Darkest Hour

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By John J. JoyceNSWC Dahlgren DivisionCorporate Communications

A new automated chemical warfare agentdetection capability that successfully passedoperational tests aboard USS Mason (DDG87) will be installed on warships throughoutthe Fleet, Navy officials announced Feb. 15.

The Navy plans to install the new system -designed to quickly alert warfighters to thepresence of chemical warfare agents - on allactive guided missile destroyers and cruisers,aircraft carriers, large and small deck am-phibious ships, littoral combat ships and drycargo/ammunition ships by the end of 2018.

"IPDS-LR [Improved Point Detection Sys-tem - Lifecycle Replacement] will provide theNavy continued chemical warfare agent de-tection, identification and alerting along withthe high system reliability they need to per-form their mission worldwide," said Bruce

Corso, IPDS-LR system manager in the officeof the Joint Project Manager for Nuclear, Bio-logical and Chemical Contamination Avoid-

ance (JPM NBCCA)."This successful deployment of the IPDS-

LR is a culmination of the work of some greatscientists and engineers, collaboration withthe joint community, and having waterfrontlocations that provide continuous Fleet inter-action," said Naval Surface Warfare CenterDahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Chemical, Bi-ological and Radiological (CBR) Defense Di-vision Head Mike Purello.

Warfighters aboard USS Mason - the firstguided-missile destroyer protected by IPDS-LR - are now relying on a better performingsystem that features ion mobility spectrome-try. This chemical detection technology cre-ates ions that separate by the time it takes theion clusters to traverse a constant electric fielddrift region.

"I am excited to have the Improved PointDetection System - Lifecycle Replacement onboard," said USS Mason commanding officerCmdr. Adan Cruz after testing concluded Jan.27. "As Captain, I hold the responsibility forthe safety of the crew and this system providesenhanced chemical warfare defense to ensureour Sailors will return home safely."

"The install went extremely well," said USSMason executive officer Cmdr. Mike Briggs."Having a reliable chemical detection system

onboard to aid in ship's defense goes towardsmaking Mason a more effective warship."

Teams based in Norfolk, Va., and SanDiego, Calif., are prepared to install the newsystem on 35 ships in 2012.

USS William P. Lawrence (DDG 110), USSHoward (DDG 83) and USS Mesa Verde (LPD19) are the next ships on NSWCDD CBR De-fense Division's schedule for IPDS-LR instal-lation.

"More DDGs will follow," said NSWCDDIPDS-LR project lead Brian Flaherty. "TheSailor will see a system they can turn on andbe confident it is protecting them. It samplesair from outside the ship, evaluates it for thepresence of chemical warfare agents and ifthere's an agent present, IPDS-LR will alertthem in an adequate amount of time to takeprecautionary measures."

IPDS-LR components located on the portand starboard sides of a ship sample airthrough external intakes in the hull. The sys-tem analyzes the external air for chemicalagents.

"If the detector identifies a chemical agent,it sends a signal that displays an alert at boththe ship's damage control central and thebridge," said Flaherty. "The system also inter-

USS Mason upgraded with new chemical agent detectioncapability as Navy begins massive Fleet-wide initiative

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U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Eric S. Garst

A new automated chemical warfareagent detection capability that suc-cessfully passed operational testsaboard guided-missile destroyerUSS Mason (DDG 87), pictured heredeparting Naval Station Norfolk.Navy plans to install the new sys-tem - designed to quickly alertwarfighters to the presence ofchemical warfare agents - on all ac-tive guided missile destroyers andcruisers, aircraft carriers, large andsmall deck amphibious ships, lit-toral combat ships and drycargo/ammunition ships by the endof 2018.

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During Rappahannock United Way's 2011 Annual Cam-paign, RUW staff and supporters called on communitymembers to be "everyday heroes" to those in need-and thecommunity responded. While you may not see capes bil-lowing past your office or masked men and women in theirclassrooms, vehicles, or meetings, the Greater Fredericks-burg area is filled with men and women who gave duringthe Local Government, Workplace, and Combined FederalCampaigns this year. These gifts will impact the lives ofthousands of individuals and families in the Fredericks-burg area.

On Wednesday, February 22nd, the 2011 RappahannockUnited Way (RUW) will host its annual Campaign Celebra-tion and Awards Luncheon, an event to recognize andthank corporate contributors, community leaders, non-profit partners, loyal donors, and dedicated volunteers fortheir collective effort to make the 2011 Workplace Cam-paign a success.

The 2011 Campaign called upon "everyday heroes" totake part in Giving, Advocating, and Volunteering for theimprovement of our community. Amid layoffs and cut-backs resulting from the current economic condition, eventhe smallest donation works to create positive change.Donors took to heart RUW's call to "Live United" as a com-munity; despite economic strain, they continued to give oftheir resources to benefit others.

"What impressed me most this year was how ourdonors thoughtfully made gifts to Rappahannock UnitedWay that mirrored their commitment to United Way's mis-sion and their belief in the impact our organization makesin this community," said Rappahannock United Way Pres-ident Janel Donohue. "Our donors think of "we" before"me" and I think that makes our community unique."

Tamara Jones, RUW's Annual Giving Manager, added:"The success of the campaign is not only measured by dol-lars raised, but also by the impact of those dollars and the

value Rappahannock United Way brings to the community.In that spirit, the 2011 Annual Campaign Celebration andAwards Luncheon's purpose is to show the community'sefforts and dedication to changing lives and creating last-ing change in the areas of Education, Income and Health."

To recognize those who went above and beyond toachieve fundraising goals, Rappahannock United Way willaward companies and employee campaign coordinatorswho volunteered their time to generate excitement anddollars around the United Way Campaign.

In addition to the awards, the results of the 2011 Com-munity Campaign will be revealed as well as the theme forthe 2012 Campaign.

For an opportunity to give or to learn more about Rap-pahannock United Way, visit www.rappahannockunited-way.org

Rappahannock United Way to celebrate a successful campaign

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IPDS-LR's test and evaluation involved extensive time bothin the laboratory and aboard ship, with extensive time at sea aswell as an independent underway evaluation by the Navy'sCommander Operational Test and Evaluation Force.

"The new system is more maintainable and reliable," saidFlaherty. "Warfighters will see improved false alarm perform-ance and longer periods of time between repairs. It will be eas-ier and cheaper to repair."

Based on a commercial-off-the-shelf concept, a joint teamof NSWCDD and JPM NBCCA engineers evaluated IPDS-LR inreliability, availability and maintainability (RAM) tests empha-sizing a Navy shipboard maritime environment.

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