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Marine Security Guard Bn. LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION becomes Marine Embassy Movie viewers break in new theater Security Command By Kris Connor Sentry Correspondent The Marine Security Guard Battalion is no more. The battalion officially be- came Marine Corps Embassy Security Command April 20 during a small ceremony at Marshall Hall here. “The mission is not chang- ing for the name; the name is changing for the mission,” said Capt. Debra Gomez, unit information officer for MCESC. By Kris Connor The Marines within Col. David J. Head speaks dur- MCESC will still be known ing a ceremony in which Marine as Marine security guards, Security Guard Battalion be- and MCESC will be responsi- came Marine Corps Embassy ble for the training, assign By Cpl. Jennifer Brown Security Command. Head is the commanding officer of MCESC. See Security, Page A4 Patrons wait eagerly for the first movie showing at the newly renovated base theater Fri- day.The theater was closed since fall of 2005.To view the movie schedule, visit www.quan- tico-mccs.org/Semperfit_Rec/theater.htm. Base helps deploying Marines manage combat stress Base theater reopens By Cpl. Sha’ahn Williams coordinator, spoke about the By Cpl. Christiane M. Ripley Besides a new coat of paint and car- Combat Correspondent importance of the COSC Combat Correspondent peting, Rudy says there’s a lot more that The Quantico chapter of program and how it benefits The Quantico Theater in Little Hall went into the renovations. The curtains the National Naval Officers Marines. reopened for its first Friday night movie on the stage were replaced, the seating Association, in conjunction According to the COSC after having closed in fall 2005 for reno- was redone, and the lighting is all new. with the Naval Medical Clin- Web site, it was chartered vations. Moviegoers were treated to Acoustical mats have been installed to ic Quantico, hosted a forum November 2005 to be a sin- free admission and snacks to celebrate give the theater better sound. to raise awareness about the gle integrating agency for all the event. “We fixed everything from the lobby services offered by the Com- matters pertaining to combat “The community is looking forward to the stage,” Rudy said. “It’s very bat Operational Stress Con- and operational stress con- to getting back to the movies,” said bright inside now.” trol branch of the Personal trol in the Marine Corps. Doug Rudy, head of facilities for Marine Besides its recreational functions, the and Family Readiness Divi- The COSC branch establish- Corps Community Services. “It’s been a theater is also used for command meet- sion, Manpower and Re- es and oversees plans, poli- long project, it’s cost a lot of money and ings and briefs. There is a new projec- serve Affairs Department, cies, programs, training, re- we’ve made a lot of changes. It wasn’t tion system for presentations and a new Headquarters Marine Corps, search, and reporting proce- a nice atmosphere before. It was dark public announcing system. at The Clubs At Quantico dures to promote the re- and dingy—run down.” For more theatrical amusements, April 18. siliency of Marines and fam- Since the building was built in 1940, stage lighting was installed for the the- ilies to operational stressors The hourlong session’s there had been few changes to the the- ater, and the old stationary movie and their recovery from key speaker, Navy Capt. ater. “We’ve had minor changes since screen was replaced with one that can stress injuries, such as Post William P. Nash, Combat then, but this is the first major renova- tion,” Rudy said. See Theater, Page A4 Operational Stress Control See Stress, Page A4

Marines get into Post and Relief Students take A2 spring cleaning B10 C1 center stage Quantico Marines clean the 16th sergeant major of the Ma- Quantico students perform base from top to bottom. rine Corps posts. in the spotlight. A2 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 News Briefs Quantico Marines, sailors square TRICARE mail order pharmacy Have you heard of the Tricare Mail away base at annual cleanup Order Pharmacy? Did you know that you can have your medications delivered di- By 2nd Lt. Patrick Boyce rectly to your door? You can get a three- Quantico Public Affairs month supply of most medications with- out ever having to sit in a crowded wait- Earth Day came earlyApril 25 for ing room. TMOP is a program for eligible many Marines and sailors here, as about 116 service members partici- TRICARE beneficiaries and is run by Ex- pated in the annual base cleanup, press Scripts. You can mail in a new pre- removing unsightly trash and de- scription or your provider can fax the brisfromtheroadsidesandadjacent prescription. Ordering refills is fast and wooded areas in order to improve easy. You can do it online or by telephone. the overall look and appearance of There is a small co-pay for the mail Quantico, by order of Col. Charles order service, unless you are active duty. A. Dallachie, Quantico base com- For active duty service members, there is mander. no co-pay. For other TRICARE beneficia- “It’s that time where Marines ries, generic drugs are $1 per month and come together for the common goal brand name drugs are $3 per month. Pick of making sure this base looks like a up a brochure in the Quantico Pharmacy Marine base,” said Gunnery Sgt. lobby for more information, or visit Mark Jerry, division chief of Facili- www.expressscripts.com/TRICARE. The ties Division, which is responsible contact phone number is: (866) DOD- for base maintenance. TMOP or (866) 363-8667). Various commands from around base, including Headquarters and Civilian Leadership Service Battalion and Training and Education Command, among oth- By 2nd Lt. Patrick Boyce Development class Marines and sailors from several commands on base were brought to- ers, met in the overflow parking lot The Civilian Leadership Development gether April 25 for a basewide cleanup effort in order to remove unsight- behind Lejuene Hall at 7 a.m. to be ly garbage and debris, some of which was more than 20 years old. This Program is sponsoring a “Business Writ- transported to areas around base cleanup is an annual event that improves the overall look of Quantico. ing For Results” class Tuesday at the Ed- that needed to be cleaned or other- ucation Center in Room 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 wise improved. engineer mechanic from Marine weeds. Decrepit water heaters, tires, p.m. Enrollment is limited to CLD partic- “Trash accumulates very quickly Helicopter Squadron One, one of car axles, washing machines, and ipants only. Civilian employees should here,” Jerry said. the noncommissioned officers in other garbage more than two sign up for CLD before attending the The personnel requirements for charge of the many small groups of decades old were discovered and class. For more information or to register, the mission were based upon last junior Marines who were tasked properly disposed of. contact Sephora Boone at (703) 784-2365. year’s cleanup, Jerry added. with tidying up different sections of Hasson said that problem areas Jerry also helped identify how base. included the sections along many Marines could be temporari- “I volunteered for it,” Hasson Chopawamsic Creek that are prone ly augmented from their parent continued. “I figured what’s the to flooding and the area behind the commands for the cleanup without Quantico Sentry worst that can happen to a sergeant Marine Corps Exchange here, negatively affecting that com- in a working party,other than pick- which has been undergoing recon- Commander Col. Charles Dallachie mand’s mission. Public Affairs Officer J. Kinchen-Schneider The spring day quickly grew hot, ing up trash?” struction for the past several Public Affairs Chief Staff Sgt. F.B. Zimmerman the April air smelling of freshly-cut Hasson’s group was directed to months. grass, as white buses deposited clean up a long stretch of both Rus- “We spent an hour behind the Marine Corps Base Quantico Editorial Staff sell Rd. and Barnett Ave. from the gas station alone, “ Hasson said. Press Officer 1st Lt. Brian P. Donnelly Marines at designated spots around Editor LaToya T. Graddy base, from the main gate to the McDonald’s to the Naval Health Despite the heat of the day, the Press Chief Staff Sgt. B.J. Swenson westernsideofInterstate95nearthe Clinic. Duly equipped with gloves Marines were ultimately successful Graphic Design Specialist Michael White Photo Editor Weike Zhao rifle ranges. and trash bags, their mission was to in their dedicated efforts to improve pick up any trash along the road or theoveralllookofQuantico,accord- Tocontact the Quantico Sentry’s editorial office, send an e-mail to Marines are certainly no [email protected]. strangers to the requirements of a in the tree line that could be visible ing to Jerry. The Quantico Sentry is a weekly, civilian enterprise newspaper and authorized, unofficial publication to members of the military police call, but police-calling the en- to motorists or pedestrians. “I’d say this was a huge success,” services. It is published In cooperation with the Public Affairs Of- tire base was no small feat. According to Jerry, more than he said. “All Marines and sailors fice, Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA 22134 (phone (703) 784- 2741) and Comprint Military Publications, 9030 Comprint Court “We’ve got quite a day ahead of simply candy-wrappers and that participated took pride in the Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (Contact information: John Rives phone (703) 658-1790 (Virginia Sales Office). us,” chuckled Sgt. Jared Hasson, an cigarette butts were found in the cleanup of their base.” The editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office of Marine Corps Base, Quantico. The con- tents of the Quantico Sentry do not necessarily reflect the official views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Marine Corps and do not imply endorsement thereof. Sentry directory for May 3, 2007 Editorial offices are in Lejeune Hall. Articles printed in the Quantico Sentry are in accordance with the Marine Corps and DoD public affairs, printing and postal regulations. 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Combat Correspondent “He’s raised the level of our in- use the ranges, but the Marines frastructure and escalated the ca- who staff Range Control benefit Jose Pereira, a retired Marine pabilities of everyone who works as well, as he reorganized the of- Child safety seat checks turned Department of Defense here.” fices in the Range Control build- The Drivers Training section will civilian, was honored as the 2006 The modernization Pereira has ing and redefined the roles of his be conducting a free Child Safety Civilian Employee of the Year for brought to the Marines and civil- staff, creating a more clearly Seat Check May 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 his dedication and hard work as ians who work and train at the structured working environment. p.m. The check will be conducted at the head of Quantico’s Range ranges on Quantico is the main “Before, everyone was kind of Lejeune Hall overflow parking lot. Management Branch April 25 in reason the former leatherneck mixed up, doing a little bit of For more information, contact Lejeune Hall. was nominated for the award. every job,” said Chief Warrant Of- Drivers Training section at (703) 432- Described by his coworkers as a “We have a newly established ficer 3 James Woodfin, Range 1093. forward thinker who requires his range modernization plan that we Control officer. “With the new staff to dedicate 20 percent of took on in the last year, which fo- changes, the Marines are able to every workday to thinking about cuses on getting new training de- better focus because they are ded- MAGTF Fires conference the future of range management, vices, refurbished targetry and icated to specific jobs now,” he ex- The MAGTF Fires Organization Pereira began working at the other range upgrades,” Pereira plained. Advisory Group is scheduled to branch in September 2005 and said. “We address everything Although Pereira’s peers at- hold a conference at Quantico Mon- made numerous positive changes, from basic maintenance to virtual tribute the range’s recent success day through Wednesday to discuss significantly improving the daily training.” to his innovations and ideas, the MAGTF Fires in the 21st Century. inner-workings of Range Control. An asset to those who work 26-year veteran gives the credit to Speakers will include all three MEF “There have been some radical and maintain the range, as well as them. He said without the people commanding generals. The confer- changes since Pereira’s been those who use the range to train, he works with everyday, nothing ence kicks off at 8 a.m. Monday at here,” said Capt. Jesus Leon, Pereira has spearheaded several would be possible. The Clubs At Quantico and will be deputy head, Range Management milestones in less than two years “The folks I work with are ex- held at the Gen. Alfred Gray Re- Branch. “In one year, the innova- by developing a more inclusive cellent,” Pereira said. “They un- search Center Tuesday and Wednes- tions and advances in policy and partnership with range users and derstand our mission, which is to day. procedure, as well as the procure- involving them early on in an ef- provide the safest and most realis- ment of equipment and facilities, fort to accommodate their train- tic training environment possible, have made the time before he ing needs. and they work tirelessly to see it Marines needed for recruiter came onboard seem like day and Pereira not only instituted through.” assistance Want an opportunity to earn pro- motion points and spend up to 30 days at home without taking leave? The Marine Corps Recruiting Station in Harrisburg, Pa is looking for mo- tivated Marines to serve as recruiter assistants. RS Harrisburg covers the ‘Beware’ following counties in Pennsylvania: Fulton, Franklin, Perry, Cumber- Drivers advised to rectify base revocations land, Adams, York, Dauphin, Lebanon, Lancaster, Chester, Berks, Base driving re- were restricted but did not request Schuylkill, Wyoming, Luzerne, Lackawanna, Wayne, Pike, Monroe, vocations contin- their full driving privileges be re- Northampton, Carbon, Lehigh, Bucks, Montgomery, Philadelphia ue to multiply instated and are now driving on a and Delaware. without indi- revocation. The Provost Marshal’s This is the perfect opportunity to earn those extra points you need to viduals com- Office plans to scrape base decals excel past your peers and gain your next promotion. Up to 100 points to- ing to the Base from vehicles and tow vehicles. If ward your promotion can be earned Command In- your decal is scraped, your car is during time spent on recruiter assis- tance. spector Gener- no longer authorized aboard Ma- During your time at home you can expect to spend some time with your al’s Office or rine Corps Base Quantico per Ma- recruiters talking to young men and women around town, at the mall Base Traffic Court rine Corps Base Order P5560.2D. and even an your old high school. to have their driving privileges re- To continue driving aboard the You will speak with people about joining the Marine Corps and what instated. In the past two years, 406 base, you must schedule a visit to expect once they’ve decided to join. You will also work with poolees drivers have been given base revo- with the Inspector General’s Of- on physical fitness, knowledge and cations. Sixty-seven drivers have fice and request your privileges be more. For more information about the had their base privileges reinstat- reinstated. An endorsement from recruiter assistance program in your hometown area, contact Staff Sgt. ed, 11 are currently driving on tem- your chain of command is re- Christopher Cunningham at (717) porary privileges, and another 11 quired with your request. 770-6637. A4 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Deploying Marines briefed Moviegoers line up to on managing combat stress Stress from page A1 with PTSD, and 80 percent of see remodeled theater Marines on active duty have been treated for PTSD symptoms,” Theater from page A1 would be free all weekend. Traumatic Stress Disorder. PTSD Nash said. “I’m really glad it’s finally opening affects the majority of Marines Additionally, COSC provides night. I’ve been waiting for the the- who have deployed in combat op- resources for Marine leaders, be raised, giving full use of the entire ater to open for a long time,” movie- erations around the world, ac- chaplains, mental health profes- stage. goer Bryan Grimm said. cording to Nash. sionals, medical providers, ser- The theater opened its doors to the “It’s one more recreational thing “About 10 percent of Marines vice members, veterans and fami- community with a free showing of during the summertime. Great for are diagnosed and discharged ly members. “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” a the kids,” Beth Kranz from MCCS “COSC is a leadership respon- PG movie so that families would be Recreations said. “During the sum- sibility,” Nash said. “It’s our re- able to attend. As people stood in mer, it’s a nice way for kids to get out sponsibility to protect Marines line, they were served free hot dogs, of the house and spend time with and help prevent stress injuries, popcorn and snacks. But the main at- friends.” and if they can’t be prevented, traction was still the theater and its The theater is open for movies then we have to find ways to help new makeover. As crowds packed Wednesdays through Sundays. A them and their families heal.” the theater, they cheered and ap- ticket for movie admission is $2 for Nash, who is a psychiatrist, plauded the new appearance. Base adults and $1 for children 12 and said COSC provides classroom Commander Col. Charles Dallachie under. To view movie listings, go to training for Marine Corps leaders even surprised the crowd with the www.quantico.usmc-mccs.org. See in Corpswide schoolhouses such announcement that movie admission page C-9 for the schedule. as the Staff Noncommissioned Of- ficers Academy and Marine Corps University here. “Training is one part of what we do. Screening Marines and teaching them are other pieces of the program. We are a type of psy- chological first aid,” he explained. COSC instructors conduct pre- deployment training, counseling during deployment and post-de- By Cpl. Sha’ahn Williams ployment training, as well as Navy Capt. William P. Nash, Combat three- to six-month post-deploy- Operational Stress Control coordina- ment health assessments. tor, gives a brief to promote aware- “Marines know what to do ness about the COSC program at The when they have a bullet wound or Clubs At Quantico April 18. The brief even an ankle sprain, but they was sponsored by the National Naval don’t know what to do with these Officers Association and Naval Med- types of (mental health) injuries,” ical Clinic Quantico. Nash said.

By Cpl. Jennifer Brown Battalion’s name change Moviegoers receive free refreshments at the first viewing since the base theater reflects overall mission closed for renovations in the fall of 2005. Security from page A1 ganizational structure and capabili- ties of the command.” With 1,500 Marines and sailors, ment, administration, logistical MCESC is at the large end of a bat- support and discipline of the talion-sized unit. It differs, howev- guards. er, from every other battalion in the The Marine security guards’ pri- Marine Corps. With an annual bud- mary mission is to provide internal get of $61 million, MCESC funds re- security services at designated semble those of a division-sized United States diplomatic and con- unit. sular facilities to prevent the com- With posts in 133 countries, promise of classified information MCESC is the first contact citizens and equipment vital to national se- of other countries have with curity. Their secondary mission is to Marines as they pass by U.S. em- provide protection for U.S. citizens bassies around the world. and U.S. government property lo- After the 1998 bombings of U.S. cated within designated U.S. diplo- embassies in Kenya and Tanzania, matic and consular premises dur- the presence of MSGs has been ing demanding circumstances that stepped up to provide further secu- require immediate aid or action, ac- rity. cording to the MCESC Web site. According to Head, the title of “Many have asked, ‘Why the MCESC accurately reflects a com- name change?’” said Col. David J. mand that has evolved in structure Head, commanding officer of and capabilities over time to sup- MCESC. “For the same reason it port the Department of State’s in- was changed 40 years ago … It was creased global presence as it exe- changed to accurately reflect the or- cutes its diplomatic mission. Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 A5 Staff Judge Advocate Weblogs: How popular Internet sites can ruin your life, career By Capt. Aniela K. Szymanski pervision, and whether they are themselves in compromising situa- the individual users who are Staff Judge Advocate Office engaging in undesirable behavior. tions and circumstances without putting this information out about Internet posting Web sites, such For instance, a father who only realizing the consequences: photos themselves. There is no privacy on as myspace.com, facebook.com, sees his children every other week- depicting drug use, criminal acts, the Internet. There are virtually no musicspace.com, and hi5.com, are end can keep up with what is and even infidelity among married laws to protect against someone increasing exponentially in popu- going on in their lives through individuals. using the information you volun- larity. They are an easy-to-use and their web postings. Gone are the There is no “cyber-immunity.” tarily put out about yourself convenient way for people to share days of having to rely upon the ex- There is no “what happens on the against you (think “anything you personal information, photos, and spouse providing all of the infor- Internet stays on the Internet” rule. say can and will be used against more with friends and family mation. What happens on the Internet is you”). Also, it is important to re- around the world. A user creates a It is a commonly known fact that published to the entire world – no member that your boss, spouse, personal site and then uploads a majority of intelligence gathered exceptions. children, and almost everybody photos, videos and text for others about the United States Govern- Some examples of how weblogs else in the world have the same ac- to view. These types of sites, how- ment’s activities is done through have led to dire consequences in- cess to the Internet as you do. ever, also carry the potential for open sources, such as the Internet. clude the following. A well-known Before posting something on unforeseen consequences, some of It is the new age of espionage. athlete’s girlfriend posted a photo- your site, or on someone else’s, which may ruin your career or life. The military has also started graph of the athlete smoking mari- think about how it will look to These weblogs are now being monitoring Web postings of ser- juana on her site. A high school se- your boss (military or civilian), used by more people than just vice members. The Army began nior who was applying to a uni- spouse, or a terrorist. Do you real- friends and family. High school the trend years ago, monitoring in- versity was first accepted based ly want your boss to know how and university administrators are formation posted by soldiers while upon her records, then rejected be- wasted you got over the weekend? now monitoring the sites of stu- they were in Iraq. To their chagrin, cause university admissions saw Do you really want your wife to dents to get a glimpse into what the Army discovered that soldiers her weblog containing photos de- see those photos that were taken high school students are doing were putting information out picting her drinking from a beer on that TAD trip? Do you really while not in the classroom. Many about troop movements, rotation bong at a party. The university said want your mom seeing you with universities have made it known schedules, targets and other infor- she did not fit their desired student your hand on that guy’s derrière that before accepting a student to mation that compromised mis- profile after seeing her underage with a huge grin on your face? Are their institution, they check their sions that were currently in drinking behavior. A Naval Acade- you going to get your best buddy weblog to see what they are really progress. my student posted provocative in trouble with his girlfriend if you like, not just what their application NORTHCOM now admits that it photographs of herself wearing post that photograph of him at the reflects. Not surprisingly, adminis- monitors the Web postings of ser- racy undergarments under a flight club? Do you really want enemies trators find out some interesting vice members on a regular basis, as suit. She was disciplined by the of the state knowing where you information about students and do various other units of the Army Academy for conduct unbecoming work, who else works there, and applicants, to include underage and Marine Corps. They do so a cadet. Army soldiers who were what you and they do? drinking, drug use, and other without notifying the service disclosing sensitive information Oh, and if you think a password questionable behavior that the members, and usually without directly from Iraq were adminis- or alias is the way to protect your- schools don’t want in their organi- leaving any trace of where they tratively disciplined through non- self against cyber-spies, think zations. have been, given the nature of the judicial punishment, essentially again. With the sophistication of Employers, such as private cor- Web sites. Some do it to see what ruining their chances for further intelligence gatherers in the mod- porations, also are monitoring the their members are doing in their promotion. The teacher who post- ern technology age, that is as effec- site postings of their employees. off-duty time, some to see whether ed “questionable” photographs tive as putting a screen door up to They look for “extracurricular ac- they are disclosing sensitive infor- and conversations with her stu- keep burglars out of your house. tivities” that may bring discredit to mation, some to see who is associ- dents was fired from her job. Some private corporations hire their companies. A school district ating with whom, some to assess There are numerous examples of professional hackers to get past recently discovered that a teacher counterintelligence risks, and wives and husbands discovering password protected sites, as do in its employ had photographs of some to determine whether mem- their spouses’ infidelity through some civilian law enforcement herself in questionable circum- bers are committing misconduct. Web postings, usually by pho- agencies when they are investigat- stances and that she was commu- Why has this become such a tographs of the spouse with the ing crimes. Also, people who are nicating with students in a more- popular way of gathering informa- other offending party in places your “friends” and have access to than-casual manner. tion? Simply due to the fact that they were not supposed to be. Tak- your site may very well put you on Insurance companies may view people, military members includ- ing it a step further, family law at- report or give your password to weblogs to determine whether a ed, are all to willing to reveal im- torneys use behavior depicted in others you don’t know. A large person engages in risky behaviors, mense amounts of information photographs and videos on we- portion of the offenses the military such as extreme sports, to deter- about themselves over an open blogs, as well as narratives written becomes aware of in “cyberspace” mine whether he or she deserves source such as the Internet, usually by the users, as evidence in di- are reported by people who had to pay higher insurance rates than information they would not other- vorce and custody proceedings to access to the site and found the someone whose hobby is listed as wise share with a stranger if they prove the other party is an unfit content offensive or criminal and “reading.” met him in a restaurant or on the parent, has more assets than he or forwarded it on to someone who Parents monitor their children’s street. Yet, a 15-year-old in China she is revealing to the court, or is at could take action. sites to see who their kids are asso- can see your vacation photos and fault for the divorce. Be forewarned: what you put ciating with, what they are doing read about your root canal. All too Who is to blame for all of this into electrons may come back to when they are not under their su- often, people post photographs of cyber-snooping? None other than haunt you! A6 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 WW II Marine celebrates 90th birthday with friends By Cpl. Jennifer Brown Joe told the crowd personal childhood mem- Combat Correspondent ories about his father’s strong influence on Joe MARTINSVILLE, Va.—Marines from Quan- and his three siblings. tico and more than 125 guests helped World “Others held a great impression of my father, War II veteran retired Col. Shelton Scales cele- but I’m here to set the record straight,” he said brate his 90th birthday Friday at the Museum with a sense of humor. “We were abused. … He of Natural History here. had us waking up (at early hours) in the morn- Scales commanded the 3rd Battalion, 23rd ing doing push-ups, sit-ups and jumping jacks. Marines, 4th Marine Division, during the battle … We also had daily chores instead of weekly of Iwo Jima, and many of his guests were fel- chores. … And we attended Sunday school 50 low World War II Marines. weeks out of the year.” The voices of friends and family filled the Joe recounted one incident in which Scales museum’s reception hall with echoes of memo- had the family walk to church in 15 inches of ries and laughter as they greeted Scales and ex- snow. tended their birthday wishes. After his light-hearted reminiscence, Joe A hush soon fell over the crowd, and many opened the floor to friends and relatives, who came to attention as a Marine color guard from stood at the podium one-by-one and expressed the inspector-instructor station in Greensboro, their gratitude with personal stories about how N.C., presented the colors, announcing the start Scales forever touched their lives. of the tribute. “I was wounded in Vietnam,” said Reed Scales’ son, Joe Scales, acknowledged the Young, a former Marine sniper who served in guests and introduced 1st Lt. Brian Donnelly, a the 1960s. “All my belongings were stolen from public affairs officer at Marine Corps Base me by medical personnel while I was in the Quantico, who gave a small presentation to hospital, even the bullet they removed from my Scales on behalf of the Marine Corps. arm. … Scales’ (name) was what got things “We are honored to be able to attend this cel- going.” ebration,” Donnelly said. “Your service during Reed said events Scales put in motion By Cpl. Jennifer Brown World War II greatly impacted the Marine reached all the way to the assistant comman- Retired Col. Shelton Scales listens to 1st Lt. Brian Donnelly read a letter by Gen. James T. Conway, the Corps and still affects Marines today.” dant of the Marine Corps and resulted in break- commandant of the Marine Corps, at Scales’ 90th Donnelly presented Scales with several in- ing up a criminal burglary ring within the birthday celebration at the Museum of Natural His- spiring birthday gifts, including black sand Navy and Marine Corps. tory in Martinsville, Va., Saturday. taken from the beach of Iwo Jima, a recent Scales, who was seated at the head table with photo of Mount Suribachi, and other Marine his children, listened intently to everyone’s image of a white garrison cover with a black Corps and World War II mementos. kind words and gave pleading gestures and frosted bill, which sat lightly at an angle on top. The gifts were handed to Scales by Lance yelled out “Go easy on me!” to some of the fa- The guests sang the traditional birthday song Cpl. James Klingeman and Cpl. Leslie Acevedo, miliar orators as they approached the micro- before he went back to his seat. both who are with Quantico’s ceremonial pla- phone. Upon the conclusion of the event, the guests toon, and Lance Cpl. Matthew Conklin, an ad- Upon request from his son, Scales stood up thanked Michelle Agee for helping coordinate ministrative clerk with the War College at and walked to a nearby table that held a spe- the event, thanked Scales’ children for putting Quantico. cially prepared birthday cake, decorated in two it into action, and said farewell to Scales. Donnelly also read a letter written by Gen. tiers. The bottom layer was large rectangular “This was definitely one of the best events I James T. Conway, the commandant of the Ma- cake frosted in the likeness of a folded Dress ever attended,” Conklin said. “It was an honor rine Corps, wishing Scales a happy birthday Blue coat with gold buttons and all the trim- to meet Col. Scales and other World War II vet- and thanking him for his service to the Corps. mings. The top layer was constructed in the erans. I see them as heroes who made the way for ones like me.” Scales said he really enjoyed his party and was a bit overwhelmed. “I knew I was having a party, but I didn’t ex- Open pect to have this many people attend,” he said. Mother’s Day “This was the biggest and best birthday party I at 11 A.M. have ever had.”

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984968 984999 A8 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Veterans’group visits Quantico

By Cpl. Jennifer Brown hosted our first reunion in Florida um’s mess hall.” Combat Correspondent with a group of 17. Lance Cpl. Alexander Oxford, “Each year since, we have sched- one of the drill team’s members, Approximately 4,000 Marine uled reunions at various places, said he was very grateful not only veterans reunited at Quantico to and new members within our to have had the opportunity to per- celebrate the fifth reunion of the group started inviting more form for members of the group, Marines of Long Ago organization friends to join along the way, and but also to actually visit with them. April 23-28. now we are here at Quantico with “This was a very interesting The group had the opportunity a group of this size,” he added. group,” Oxford said. “They were to see a weapons demonstration at Sam Kell, a Columbia, S.C., resi- older than the veterans we normal- one of the rifle ranges here, view dent who joined the Corps in 1944, ly see, and it was really nice to be the a helicopter from Marine Heli- copter Squadron One, tour the Na- said he was glad he united with able to hear a lot of their stories tional Museum of The Marine the Marines of Long Ago. and tell them how we operate Corps, watch the United States “I recently joined the organiza- today.” Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon tion as a former Marine and in Throughout the course of their perform and attend a special din- honor of my deceased brother-in- stay, the group was able to get ac- By Cpl. Jennifer Brown ner at The Clubs At Quantico, law, who was also a former Marine quainted with a lot of active duty A member of the Marines of Long Ago where members conversed with and comrade of Mr. Cullins,” Kell Marines. organization inspects a member of active duty Marines from the base. said. “I’ve really enjoyed the tour “I am so proud of these young the United States Marine Corps Silent The organization was started in here tremendously. Every sched- Marines,” Kell said. “I was glad to Drill Platoon’s rifle following a perfor- 2002 when Joe Cullin, a former uled event was a new highlight come out and find that it’s the mance by the Silent Drill Platoon at Marine who served during the every day, but everyone was really same as when I was in. The the National Museum of the Marine 1950’s, made contact to meet up excited about the Marine Barracks Marines have the same demeanor. Corps April 26. with a long lost military buddy. 8th &I parade. The only thing different is the tech- That, in addition to the course of “While talking on the phone, my “Several of us from our group nology.” events, contributed to a unani- friend said he also knew a few peo- drew a name of a member of the Cullins said the camaraderie mous decision to have their re- ple who he would like to meet up drill team, spoke with them, and with the Marines here was one of union at Quantico again next year, with as well,” Cullin said. “We bought them lunch in the muse- the highlights of the tour. according to Cullins.

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Band from page A7 about the Marine Coprs and the group. “A lot of what we do is with kids,” Ebo said. “So to hold their attention, we let them sing or very lucky to have them come.” clap. We also try to educate them and tie it into Between songs, the band explained how the something they may be learning in their music group turns noise into music, described its style class.” of music, and had band members introduce With appearances from the small ensemble themselves and their instruments. groups, such as the party band, the group hopes The band involved the students and faculty people will think twice and no longer expect a in the show by allowing them to sing, dance in run-of-the-mill show when the Quantico Ma- their seats, come on stage, and ask questions rine Corps Band is involved in an event.

By Lance Cpl. Travis J. Crewdson Trombone players Cpl. Erik Dewhirst, left, and Sgt. Ken Ebo of Quantico’s party band trade off mea- sures while performing for Campostella Elementary School in Norfolk, Va., April 19.

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By Lance Cpl. Travis J. received the ball. Crewdson Myers continued the excep- Combat Correspondent tional performance in the bot- tom of the inning by pitching The Quantico Middle/High all three outs, only allowing School softball team defeated Seton High School 12-6 at the Seton to score one run bringing Jennie Dean softball field in the score to 2-1. Manassas, Va., April 24. Seton scored only once more An outstanding team perfor- in the second inning, as Myers mance in the sixth inning dou- continued to demonstrate her bled Quantico’s score and pitching control, striking out brought the Lady Warriors another three opposing batters. from a close game that could Continuing her strong effort, have gone either way to a Myers batted in first baseman hands-down victory. Jerrica Castleberry with a hard The Warriors secured them- hit down the third baseline and selves two runs right off the bat then stole a run on a Seton error. – literally – when pitcher Erin Quantico gave Castleberry a Myers hammered a long drive chance to shine in the bottom of that brought home second the third, as she made all three baseman Cortney Thompson. outs at first base, leaving the By Lance Cpl. Travis J. Crewdson Myers then slid across the plate score 4-2. Quantico Middle/High School pitcher Erin Myers slides into home plate to give the herself just before the catcher Warriors an early lead against Seton High School in Manassas, Va., April 24. See Lady Warriors, Page B3 Clubs to host Corps’ Sports HMX-1 slays ‘The Beast’ to Hall of Fame induction claim base bowling crown By Cpl. Jennifer Brown hand during the first two rounds Submitted by Marine Corps Established in 2001, the United Combat Correspondent but slid nine points during the final Community Services States Marine Corps Sports Hall of round. Still, despite this setback, Headquarters Fame honors former Marines who Marine Helicopter Squandron they came out on top with a 79- The Commandant of the Marine have excelled both on and off the One’s bowling team, “Slip and point lead and 3,003 total points. Corps will host the 2007 United athletic playing field. Hall of fame Slide,” claimed the championship According to HMX-1’s team cap- States Marine Corps Sports Hall of inductees will be enshrined in the title after a close competition with tain, Chris Walters, the team truly Fame induction ceremony here at National Museum of the Marine Headquarters and Service Battal- felt they earned the championship Corps at the Heritage Center near The Clubs At Quantico Aug. 17 at ion’s team, “The Beast”, during the title. Quantico. 11 a.m. Marine Corps Combat Develop- “We really wanted to win,” Wal- Twenty-one former Marines General James T. Conway will ment Command Intramural bowl- have been selected for the hall of induct former Marines Angelo ing finals held at the Quantico See Bowl, Page B7 fame since it was founded in 2001. Bowling Center Friday. Bertelli, Leo Nomellini, Gil Past inductees include baseball Hodges, and Robert Wanzer at a The finalists competed legend Ted Williams, Olympic with select “gold” pins luncheon ceremony that will cele- great Robert B. Mathias, Interna- brate their achievements. provided by the bowling tional Boxing Hall of Fame mem- center. Bertelli, a former Marine cap- ber Ken Norton, and Pro Football “These pins are a bit tain, was the 1943 Heisman Tro- Hall of Fame member Arthur heavier than the regular phy winner and is a member of the Donovan Jr. white pins,” Gold said. College Football Hall of Fame. Also to be honored at the induc- “They produce the players Nomellini, a former Marine staff tion ceremony are numerous Ma- with better accuracy.” sergeant, was a six-time all-pro rine champion athletes, to include The clatter of falling and a member of the college and the 2006 Marine Corps Male and pins was like the sound of pro football halls of fame. Hodges, Female Athletes of the Year. thunder as HMX-1 scored a former Marine sergeant, was an For more information about the numerous spares and eight-time all-star and the 1969 Marine Corps Sports Hall of Fame strikes as each teammate Major League Baseball Manager of By Cpl. Jennifer Brown or the Marine Corps athletes of the sighted in with their Left to right, Stevon Salter, Nathan Merrit, Doug the Year. Wanzer, a former Marine year, contact Steven Dinote of bowling balls and sent Levesque, Christopher Walters and Matthew corporal, is a five-time NBA all- Headquarters Marine Corps Sem- them twirling down- Kane stand proud with the 1st place trophy for star and a member of the National per Fit at (703) 784-9542 or range. winning the MCCDC Intramural bowling finals Fri- Basketball Hall of Fame. [email protected]. HMX-1 took the upper day. B2 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 B3 Quantico offense overpowers Seton High

Lady Warriors from page B1 baseline. Gallagher stepped up next to hit a sin- Thom attributed the win to the girls’ aggres- gle, bringing Thompson home. Myers stole a sive play and to the coaching they received run on the next pitch, and Gallagher made a from Robert Gomez, who volunteered to assist In the top of the fourth, right fielder Mary- dash to the plate after a subsequent error by the team this year. beth Karjain led off with a single, followed by Seton. After another error by Seton, Galaviz “They played a very nice ball game across the catcher Haley Gates hitting a double. Another scored a final run for the Warriors before the board,” Thom said. “It really has a lot to do base-hit by shortstop Kelcey Gomez brought third out was made. with coach Gomez’s ability to help pull the Karjain in for a fifth run for the Warriors. Quantico shut the opposing team down game together for the girls and give them the Seton made a staggering comeback in the again when they had a chance at bat and motivation to win.” bottom of the inning as they brought four play- wrapped up the inning 12-6. With no scoring in The victory against Seton gave the team a 7-6 ers across the plate, turning the tables on Quan- the seventh, the Warriors went home with a rea- record. Their next game will be during the De- tico and bringing the score to 6-5, advantage son to celebrate. laney Athletic Conference playoffs May 8-11. Seton. In an attempt to gain retribution in the fifth, Myers hit a double and was batted in with a base-hit each from center fielder Tara Gallagher and left fielder Amber Galaviz. “We’ve got to play some really good defense now,” said Coach Joshua Thom before the bot- tom of the inning. “It’s tied up again. This is where we hold them.” Start your After the Warriors successfully shut Seton down, Thom said it was “time to take over summer off with a again.” The players and coaches shouted their NEW HOME, a “hit, run, score” mantra and the batters lined up to tip the scales of the 6-6 game. NEW GRILL and a Myers, known to be a clutch hitter, was set up to break the tie. With bases loaded and two builders choice outs, she hit another double down the third NEW DECK(12x16). NO Down Payment NO Closing Cost to Qualified buyers using our preferred lender - 1st Fredericksburg Mortgage Visit us at By Lance Cpl. Travis J. Crewdson Quantico Middle/High School pitcher Erin Myers www.tjw.com hits an early double against Seton High School at the Jennie Dean softball field in Manassas,Va., April 24. The Warriors won 12-6, bringing their season record to 7-6.

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By Staff Sgt. B. J. Swenson correct picks for the first round. their first round pick. passed Earnhardt on the all-time Press Chief We each predicted four picks cor- Now I haven’t figured out yet wins list with 77. Earnhardt had rectly, which is impressive since what the Miami Dolphins were 76, but Petty sits on top of that list Zimmerman completely forgot to thinking by taking Ted Ginn Jr. in with 200, followed by David Pear- NFL Draft: project JaMarcus Russell in his the first round when Brady Quinn son (105), Bobby Allison and Dar- I am so glad I didn’t draft, and there is no way you can was still available. The Trent Green ryl Waltrip (84 each), Cale Yarbor- have to try to project predict the trades and the results trade they were hoping for was ough (83) before Gordon and Earn- all 255 National Foot- turned down, and then they draft- hardt. ball League draft picks of those trades that take place dur- ing the draft. ed another quarterback in the sec- I can hear the No. 3 faithful this weekend. From Ja- ond round (John Beck from BYU) grabbing their pitchforks and Marcus Russell to In review, I would have to say the Cleveland Browns stole the when plenty of wide receivers bet- forming a mob outside LeJeune Ramzee Robinson (the last pick in ter than Ginn were still available. I Hall as I write this, but the facts the draft, a.k.a. Mr. Irrelevant), show by selecting two top-10 cal- iber players in the first round (Joe would comment about the Wash- don’t lie. some things were as predictable as ington Redskins draft, but their se- Darryl Waltrip, who is much the tides, while others hit you like Thomas and Brady Quinn) and getting a first round-level corner- lections were so random and grue- higher than Earnhardt on the all- a blindside tackle. some, I can’t even begin to piece time wins list and a NASCAR Who would have guessed Brady back in Eric Wright. The New England Patriots and together any strain of logic. commentator for Fox Sports, said Quinn would drop to the 22nd I guess you can count on the again Sunday, as he has several pick in the draft when all the ex- San Francisco 49ers combined nu- merous draft-day trades, to in- Dolphins and Redskins picking in times this season already, that “Jeff perts picked him to go in the top Gordon will rewrite the history clude each receiving a starting the top 10 of next year’s draft as 10? Who would have guessed Ted well. books. Before he’s done, he will be wide receiver, to improve their Ginn Jr. would have been drafted NASCAR: the greatest we’ve ever seen.” teams immeasurably. The Patriots in the top 10 when it was thought I’ve always thought about writ- Earnhardt, who would have are now the clear AFC favorite to he would be drafted late in the first ing a piece on how ugly Dale Earn- turned 56 Sunday, won his 76 races round, at best, if not in the second make the Super Bowl. hardt (junior and senior) fans are, over 676 career starts in the Win- round? I also liked what the Buffalo but they won’t give me the entire ston Cup series (now the Nextel Goes to show what the “experts” Bills did with their picks Satur- sports section I would need in Cup series) in 25 years (1975-2001). kno; Staff Sgt. Zimmerman and I day. They got a solid running back order to fit it all in. So I will do my That equates to one win every nine both did as well as the “experts” and a quality linebacker, and then best in the space I am given. career races. That is an incredible this weekend. The expert mock picked up another running back Facts are facts. Dale Earnhardt stat. That is an average of four drafts averaged from four to six with great potential to backup was not the greatest driver to ever wins every year. How many live. He is undoubtedly the icon of drivers even get close to four wins modern racing, but he is not the in one year, much less every year? greatest driver ever. Richard Petty Gordon, in 15 years, won his 77 holds that position right now, and races in 482 career races. That is Sunday, Jeff Gordon took one one win for every six races, or an more step toward replacing Petty average of six races per year. That as the greatest of all time. average is exactly the average On Dale Earnhardt’s birthday, which was Sunday, Gordon sur- See Weekend, Page B8

984785 992120 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 B5 Semper Fit What every woman should know Submitted by the Semper Fit Keynote Speaker questions in their areas of expertise. The information will focus on Center At noon, our keynote speaker will Booths such as “Ask a Provider” and health promotion and prevention of be Leslie J. Bonci, RD, MPH, LDN. “Ask a Dietitian” will allow you to illness for women of all ages. Topics From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 10, the Bonci is a nationally known nutrition- talk directly to the experts and find will include areas such as nutrition, Semper Fit Center is scheduled to host ist. She is the director of sports some answers to your concerns. Thir- breast cancer, injury prevention, chil- the 10th Annual Women’s Health medicine nutrition for the Depart- ty information tables will provide in- dren’s health, hypertension, choles- Seminar at The Clubs At Quantico. ment of Orthopedic Surgery and the formation on topics such as women’s terol, menopause, diabetes, stress The purpose of the event is to in- Center for Sports Medicine at the Uni- and men’s health, emotional health, management, spirituality, tobacco versity of Pittsburgh Medical Center. and more. crease overall awareness of women’s cessation, substance abuse, sexual Bonci is also an adjunct assistant pro- Screenings health issues; to provide Quantico health, exercise and fitness, self-de- fessor of nutrition at the University of Screenings will include bone densi- fense, and more. women with a hands-on forum for Pittsburgh and has served for 11years ty, 3-minute step tests, flexibility, obtaining accurate, up-to-date infor- as nutritionist for the Pittsburgh Steel- blood pressure, hearing, dental, vi- In Addition ... mation; and to encourage women to ers. She will be speaking about “The sion, and chiropractic. Pre-registra- Light refreshments will be provid- take responsibility for their own Nutrition Prescription for Optimizing tion is not required for any of these ed, and there will be drawings for health. Performance,” which covers how to screenings. The Mary Washington door prizes. Please join us for an in- Men also are strongly encouraged balance a busy life and remain men- Hospital mobile mammography van teresting and informative day, and to attend. The seminar is free and tally and physically healthy. will be available by appointment come to find answers to some of your open to active duty service members, Subject Area Experts only. Appointments can be made by health related concerns. Call the Sem- retirees, family members, civilians More than 30 booths will be avail- calling (800) 283-3926. per Fit Center at (703) 784-3780 for and contractors. able, with subject experts answering Information Booths more information. support group will use the first half hour to focus by working in and out of chairs using free weights, on nutrition, and the second half hour will focus on tubing, and balls; focusing on improving indepen- exercise, both are tailored to individual needs. dence and everyday activities. Please wear workout clothing. Relax withYoga classes Stress management class Classes are scheduled for every Tuesday and A stress management class is scheduled for Thursday at 11:30 a.m. Yoga is beneficial for people Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. At the class, participants of all ages and fitness levels. Come stretch, will learn the causes of particular stresses, evaluate strengthen and relax. Remember to bring a towel, stressors, decide on positive changes that can be and wear comfortable workout clothes. made, and discover healthy ways to cope with Mobile Mammography stress. MicroFit Assessment The Mary Washington Hospital mobile mam- Dietitian on Fitness Deck Personal trainers will provide you with a free, mography unit will be at The Clubs At Quantico personalized fitness/ lifestyle assessment, and will May 10 in the parking lot from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. The The Semper Fit dietitian will be on the fitness develop an individualized exercise program for mobile unit is available to all women: active duty, deck Wednesday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Semper you. For appointment, call (703) 784-2162 or (703) family members, retirees, civilians, and contrac- Fit dietitian will be availiable to answer nutrition 432-0593. tors. Call (800) 283-3926 to schedule an appoint- questions. Stop by for answers to eating right. ment. Senior Chair Exercise class Choose to Lose class Classes are every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Wear The Choose to Lose class is scheduled for May 7- comfortable clothes and athletic shoes. The class 21 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Four week weight loss teaches seniors how to condition and strengthen

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991367 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 B7 2006 Marine Corps Athletes of the Year announced

Submitted by Marine Corps Point,N.C., is a member of the cross the line at the Race the Rock passed his own world record of Community Service 2006 All-Marine Triathlon and Triathlon in Langley, Wash. Final- 617.2 pounds on his opening lift, Headquarters Ironman teams and was the eighth ly, in October 2006,Utter complet- and finished with an impressive overall service member and first ed the Ironman World Champi- final lift of 678 pounds. In Novem- First Lieutenant Jessica Utter Marine finisher at the Armed onship in Kona, Hawaii, with a ber 2006,Green captured his sec- and Gunnery Sgt. Michael Green Forces Triathlon Championship. time of 12:02:07. ond consecutive WABDL World have been selected as the U.S. Ma- Her strong finish earned her a spot Green, an instructor within the Championship while lifting 679 rine Corps Female and Male Ath- on the U.S. Armed Forces Team Naval Aviation Technical Training pounds in the 220 lb weight class. letes of the Year for 2006. that competed at the Conseil Inter- Center, Marine Aviation Training In addition,Green set the Florida The pair will be honored at the national du Sport Militaire World Support Group 21 at Naval Air State Record in the 242-pound di- Marine Corps Sports Hall of Fame Triathlon Championship in Sate- Station Pensacola, Fla., is the cur- vision at the Alabama Classic and Induction Luncheon Ceremony at nas,Sweden, where she placed rent Submaster bench press world has lifted over 700 pounds as a The Clubs At Quantico Aug. 17 at fifth among the Armed Forces record holder in the 220-pound guest lifter at nonsanctioned events. 11 a.m. women. She was also the second weight class. During 2006,Green For more information about the Utter, an electronic countermea- overall female finisher at the displayed an incredible feat of Athletes of the Year program or the sures officer with Marine Tactical Mount Rainier Duathlon; the sixth strength at the World Association Marine Corps Sports Hall of Fame, Electronic Warfare Squadron 4, an overall finisher (men and women) of Bench Pressers and Dead Lifters contact Steven Dinote of HQMC EA-6BProwler squadron at Ma- at the Elma, Wash.,Mother’s Day River Country Record Breakers Semper Fit at (703) 784-9542, or by rine Corps Air Station Cherry Triathlon; and the first female to Championships when he sur- e-mail to [email protected]. HMX-1 wins intra- mural bowling title

B oo ww ll from page BB 1 During the finals between HMX- 1 and H&S Bn., Weapons Training ters said. “We didn’t let the pres- Bn. and Marine Corps Recruiting sure get to us and that is what got Command bowling teams compet- us to where we are. ed for the third place trophy. “We started out at the lower end Besides the winners of the finals, of the ranks and pulled ourselves the team who holds the highest up to average third and fourth score in the league gets five points place consistently throughout the awarded to their unit toward the season,” he added. Commander’s Cup Award, which Another teammate,Doug is an award given to units who Levesque, said the team felt they have the most combined points “America’s Best Warranty” were up against a challenge with from different categories of sports. 10 yr./100,000 Mile Factory Warranty on All New Models! H&S Bn. as their competitors. According to Charles Gold, “Our averages are pretty close to Quantico’s unit bowling team co- MILITARY APPRECIATION PROGRAM theirs,” Levesque said. “We knew it ordinator, each year Marine Corps would be a close game, but we kept Community Services sponsors a Additional $50000 HMA Rebate the mindset that we are out there to bowling league made up of teams #1 Safefetyty for Active Duty Military &Spouse!* Rating have fun.” from units aboard the base. Rating 0 DOWN 0% APR 0 Paymentsts ’’ttilil Septtemberr 2007 2007 “It is a really great feeling to end “There are several units on base; the season on top,” said Stevon however, only 12 of them formed Salter, a member of HMX-1’s bowl- teams and competed in the league 2007 ELANTRA* 2007 SONATA 2007 TUCSON ing team. “However, we are sad to this season,” Gold said. “It was a see the season end because we real- great season; everyone had fun ly like having the chance to get to- and was very competitive.” gether and have fun. The bowling leagues are sched- “We plan to celebrate the cham- uled to start back up in October. pionship with a trip to Disneyland For more information, contact $ $ $ in California,” he added. Chris Luciano at (703) 432-9086. from 1 0,899 from 1 2,999 from 1 3,999 2007 SANTA FE 2007 AZERA 2007 ENTOURAGE MINIVAN

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W ee ee kk ee nn dd from page BB 4 even pass Petty on the wins list, but he will be Wouldn’t Earnhardt be proud? No. Earnhardt considered, unquestionably, a better driver than was a respectful competitor who would honor Earnhardt. Gordon himself if he was still alive and Gordon Petty maintained over his 35-year career (200 And how do the Earnhardt fans handle Gor- passed him on the wins list. He loved NASCAR wins in 1,184 races). don’s victory Sunday? They handled it in their and would never wish anything to discredit the Gordon also broke Waltrip’s career record for typical classless fashion. sport. Yet his fans, his legion of fanatical follow- pole positions Saturday by earning his 60th ca- Gordon was humbled by his recent victories ers, disgrace and trample everything their hero reer pole for Sunday’s race. and wanted to honor Earnhardt. honored and held dear. NASCAR officials, fans, Earnhardt does have seven championships to Junior congratulated Gordon on his victories Earnhardt Jr., and I’m sure even Earnhardt Sr. Gordon’s four. But Gordon is well on his way to and even pleaded with the fans to respect Gor- himself, were embarrassed by the post-race an- possibly winning the 2007 championship and has don and respect his father by not throwing things tics. 10 more years to win three championships to tie on the track if Gordon won. Good job Earnhardt fans. Earnhardt. It didn’t happen. You can submit your questions, topics, comments Unless Gordon pulls a Barry Sanders or Jim NASCAR had to cut Gordon’s victory lap and opinions to Brandon.Swenson @usmc.mil. All Brown and ends his career prematurely, he will short because the fans were getting out of control. messages received are subject to publication and edito- rewrite the NASCAR history books. Nearly a dozen fans were arrested for their con- rial review. Swenson is the Quantico Public Affairs He may not break every record, he may not duct at the track after the race Sunday. Office’s press chief. Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 B9 Youth shine through Semper Fit Nonalcoholic bowling league Bar open for business By LaToya T. Graddy were given to the young bowlers. Editor The handicaps made sure there was a fair playing field when it came to After 14 weeks of gutter balls, awarding team winners, said strikes and turkeys, the Quantico Nailor. Youth Bowling League ended its According to Nailor, the league is season with Glo-bowling and pizza competitive and the children have at the Quantico Bowling Center the opportunity to win scholar- where the young bowlers also re- ships. One of the Quantico bowlers ceived trophies and medals during received $100 in scholarship money. the league’s award program Satur- Some of the bowlers qualified for day. and will be competing in the 2007 Now in its second year, participa- Pepsi USBC Youth Championships, tion in the youth league rose from which is being held in Buffalo, N.Y., 15 bowlers last year to 44 this year. from July 16 to 18. “This year we had a really good During the Quantico program, turnout. We advertised from the be- the inexperienced bowlers learned ginning and got the word out,” said how to bowl, and all bowlers re- Sgt. Maj. Raynard Watkins, base ceived pointers about how to im- sergeant major. prove their game, said Nailor. Not The bowling league is sanctioned only did the children learn from the by the United States Bowling coaches, they also had the rare op- Congress, said Patty Nailor, youth portunity to receive pointers from By Kris Connor bowling league coordinator. She bowling pros such as Larry Wallace Christine Davidson, left, Semper Fit public health educator, serves Patricia also added that the USBC trained and Greg Wilhelm, who bowled Orsino a nonalcoholic beverage during the Semper Fit Nonalcoholic Bar at Barber Physical Activity Center April 25. several coaches to properly teach with the kids last weekend. the children, and the USBC helped “(This bowling league) helped pay for the bowling fees for the me improve my bowling skills,” games throughout the season. Dur- said Christopher King, a 9-year-old ing the season, each child bowled bowler. “I’m getting much better three games every Saturday from than my brother. I give it thumbs 10 to 11:30 a.m. up!” Initially Nailor separated the The young bowler also added youngsters into groups by ages. As that everyone has good sportsman- the season progressed, she separat- ship. ed them by experience, although The next season starts in Septem- she kept the younger kids together. ber and is open to all children. For Children ages 5 to 7 bowled against more information about the Quanti- each other. The 8- to 16-year-olds co Youth Bowling League, contact bowled together. For scoring in the Patty Nailor at pnailor@hughes. 8- to 16-year old group, handicaps net.

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By LaToya T. Graddy The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners pose with Patty Nailor, Quantico Youth Bowling League coordinator. Standing from left to right, Blake King, 12, Jonathan Taninecz, 11, Blaine Wasson, 11, Evan Wasson, 9, Matthew Nailor, 11, and Blake Lerner, 11; kneeling, Doneisha Hall, 9, Christopher King, 9, and Trevor Nailor, 8. 984897 B10 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 B11 Kent assumes post as Marine Corps’ senior enlisted advisor

Story and photos by Kris Connor Sentry Correspondent

Sergeant Maj. Carlton W. “It has been a true honor to Marine Fighter Attack his predecessor in 1976. Kent posted as the 16th to serve along side Sgt. Squadron 451 at Marine Kent’s long career in- sergeant major of the Ma- Maj. John Estrada, and I Corps Air Station Beaufort, cludes service with Marine rine Corps in a ceremony at look forward to serving S.C., in March 1974. Security Guard Battalion, Marine Barracks Washing- alongside Sgt. Maj. Kent in During the next 10 years, guarding embassies at such ton, also known as 8th & I, the days to come,” said Estrada rose through the en- far-flung locales as Kin- April 25. Gen. James T. Conway, listed ranks, filling different shasa, Zaire, and Panama. Kent relieved Sgt. Maj. commandant of the Marine roles in the flight mechanic In 1981 Kent transferred to John L. Estrada Corps. occupational specialty. Airborne School at Fort Other guests included Estrada and Kent met Benning, Ga., and later be- Gen. Peter Pace, chairman early in their careers. came the platoon comman- of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, “Kent and I started our der for 2nd Air Delivery for and retired Gen. Michael W. friendship as drill instruc- Marine Corps Base Camp Hagee, who worked closely tors at Marine Corps Re- Lejeune, N.C. with Estrada as the Corps’ cruit Depot San Diego,” In 1983 Kent became a 33rd commandant. said Estrada, who joked drill instructor at MCRD After performances by the that he would send Kent San Diego, where he met United States Marine Drum the recruits he did not want Estrada. and Bugle Corps and the in his own battalion. More recently, Kent was Marine Corps Silent Drill Estrada saw extensive the sergeant major for I Ma- Platoon, an NCO sword was overseas duty in Japan, the rine Expeditionary Force passed from Estrada to Kent Western Pacific, and the during the Battle of Fallujah to symbolize the transfer of Arabian Gulf, and he de- in 2004. responsibility. ployed in support of opera- “I cannot wait to take over Estrada’s career spanned tions Southern Watch and the position and follow on more than 30 years, begin- Iraqi Freedom. with the work that Sgt. Maj. ning September 1973 when Kent, originally a Mem- Estrada and prior sergeants he began recruit training phis native, completed re- major that have served in at Marine Corps Recruit cruit training at Marine the past,” Kent said. Depot Parris Island, S.C. Corps Recruit Depot Parris Kent officially took over Estrada was transferred Island, S.C., a few years after the position Sunday.

Left, 16th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlton W. Kent salutes during the pass and review at the post–and–relief ceremony April 25. Center, Shortly after assuming the position of sergeant major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Kent addresses the audience with gratitude and a vision for the progress of the Marine Corps. Above, Sergeants Maj. Estrada (left) and Kent (right) render a salute before the conclusion of the post–and–relief ceremony at Marine Barracks Washington April 25. www.quantico.usmc.mil May 3, 2007 C Quantico Sentry SECTION

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‘Don’tBeAfraidoftheDark’comestoQuanticostage

Story and photos by Lance Cpl. Travis J. Crewdson

Combat Correspondent

The Quantico High School was April 26, the night of the first drama class performed Tim Kelly’s show. “Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark” for While the drama students an open audience April 26 and 27. worked separately, students from The production was the culmi- shop, art and technical classes were nating project for the class and also also needed to create the sets and served as its only source of funds effects that accentuated each scene. to be used for shows next year. “The teachers and students are According to Sharon Adinolfi, already so busy,” Adinolfi said. drama teacher and director, the “Everyone worked so hard to col- cast of the play came from both of laborate such an effort, especially her drama classes, meaning they on our budget.” could not practice together during the day. Adinolfi further explained Adinolfi joked that the play that after-school rehearsals never could be considered a “shoestring included the full cast, due to stu- drama,” but her production was dents having previously scheduled just “string,” because she couldn’t activities. afford the shoe. Between royalties, Top, the supposed butler, Skull (played by Alex McElroy), introduces a new Adinolfi said the first time she costumes, sets and effects, the pro- twist in the plot of Quantico High School’s production of “Don’t Be Afraid of had a full-cast rehearsal was April duction cost rang up at about $800. the Dark” April 26. Above, Velma Cringe (played by Grace Luhrsen) is comfort- 25, and the first time she had lights ed by other characters after she witnesses a murder. and sounds along with a full cast See Drama, Page C5 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 C2 DODEA Teacher of the Year visits Russell Elementary

By Cpl. Christiane M.Ripley Combat Correspondent

Department of Defense Education Activity Teacher of the Year Patricia Laney visited Quan- tico Friday to visit teachers and students at Rus- sell Elementary School. ANew York native, she says it was a long journey to gain the title. Laney knew she wanted to Saturday, April 14, 2007 be a teacher since she was in 10 A.M. - 12 Noon the second grade. Her teacher that year made such an im- pression on her that she knew 984898 she couldn’t do anything else, she said. Neither of her parents at- tended college, and her father Patricia Laney dissuaded her, as he didn’t believe women should attend college. Never- theless, she graduated with a bachelor of sci- ence in elementary education from the State University of New York. She earned her mas- ter’s in elementary education from Fayetteville State University. While her husband served in Vietnam with the United States Army, Laney began her teach- ing career in El Paso, Texas. Throughout her ca- reer, she has taught at Fort Carson and Ger- many, and she currently teaches 4th grade at Murray Elementary School at Fort Bragg,N.C. After teaching for 24 years, she said that al- though the students change, one thing always remains the same. “Kids are kids,” Laney said. “They need a teacher to take an interest in them. You need to realize that when you walk down the hallways and look into classrooms, that’s your future.” She added that it is a special privilege to teach the children of military families. “I teach them that their parents are America’s heroes. They do a really important job.” Just as the parents of those students serve their country, she serves their children by in- vesting herself in their education and lives. “To me this is not a job,” Laney said. “Kids these days are coming to school with different issues than they were 20 years ago. We need to take care of them and their families.” Since being named DODEA Teacher of the Year, Laney has taken it upon herself to visit dif- ferent schools and meet with other teachers. She hopes to inspire them and give advice about be- coming Teacher of the Year, and about teaching in general. The day before her visit to Russell Elemen- tary School here, she visited the White House with Teachers of the Year from each state. She met President Bush and the First Lady, and told them, “I am one of the teachers who teach the children of America’s heroes.” Becoming Teacher of the Year has made Laney a leader in education. When asked about retiring, she said, “I’ll retire when it becomes a job. I can’t imagine it, though. I like to entertain. It’s just been phenomenal.” After 24 years of teaching, 39 years of mar- riage to a soldier of 20 years, and children and grandchildren, Laney hasn’t lost her touch. “To see that light go on over a student’s head, that’s what makes it worth it.” C3 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Book Review An epic account of Marine valor Reviewed by Bruce Martin Co. Marines make that very dar- In a plain, straightforward style ing motto the last wish for many unembellished with jingoism or “When you hear Marines of the young enemy soldiers. theatrics,Glass intricately weaves singing ‘The Hymn’ in combat, Meanwhile, daylight becomes all the horrific action of that week they know they’re in trouble!” an uncanny darkening, and in- that I spent one night with Charlie Major Gen. Oliver P. Smith report- coming green tracers lace Charlie Co. into a fine and inspiring edly opined as his First Marine Co.’s tenuous position, which is chronicle to record many individ- Division leathernecks sang “The flagged by a petrified tree. The be- ual acts of now-sung heroism in Marines’ Hymn” one evening in leaguered riflemen answer with “Lions of Medina.” An All-Ameri- 1950 at Korea’s Chosin Reservoir. red tracers and grenades into the can Honor Roll prevails through- They were surrounded by 100,000 surrounding lush forest. I had ear- out “Lions of Medina.” Names Chinese communists. lier expended my two fragmenta- like Bazulto,Thompson,Antal, According to Doyle Glass’ mov- tion grenades, tossing them out- Hammergren, LaVallee,Cooley, ing book “Lions of Medina,” a side our perimeter, had my .45- Hutchings,Blessing and Boxill couple of Marine generations caliber pistol drawn and cocked, abound. Many other individual later, 1stMarDiv riflemen are looking for a target to step out perspectives are tellingly recount- again singing in combat. Veteran from the tree line. I was lying atop ed in a fast-moving epic. and “newbie” infantrymen alike a wounded Marine named Cpl. While it’s definitely no wishy- of “Charlie One-One” find succor Betts, and as I literally thought of washy schoolboy novel, “Lions of in the words of “The Marines’ General Smith’s words—believe it Medina” is a superb account of Hymn” as Mustang 1st Lt. Jack or not—I tuned in that fierce, bel- bravery and untiring sacrifice Ruffer, at the fore of his 1st Pla- lowing rendition of “The Marines’ suitable even for classroom read- Hymn” sung by the quick and the toon, charges up a fire-swept ing by high school juniors and se- events, right up until Ruffer leads wounded. Ruffer was directing it triple-canopied jungle trail at niors who want to learn about the a relieving column from Delta while charging. “Let’s go! Let’s Corps and about Vietnam. Make dusk. Co., 1/1 into our perimeter The scene: Vietnam’s Hai Lang go,Charlie!” he railed above the no mistake:It consistently holds amidst whistles signaling appar- Forest, southwest of Quang Tri. din of AK47s,M16s,M60s and its own as Glass’ extensive re- ent withdrawal of the Reds. Who Like their brothers of “Frozen grenades.“Let’s go get some!” search and personal contacts with better to rescue Marines than Chosin” fame, the Marines — Glass’“Lions of Medina” intri- the now-graying participants of Marines, brothers saving broth- mostly very young men in 1967 — cately fills in the great chasms of Operation Medina spin into a ers? of Company C, 1st Battalion,First my then-limited reportage for wholesome, yet gritty and gutsy Marine Regiment, commanded by Leatherneck magazine nearly 40 account of what it is like to fight Heart and soul of “Lions” is a very capable but at the moment years ago. I was a 27-year-old staff for your life and that of your fel- simply that complex hillside battle harried Captain Bill Major, are sergeant, a one-man photojournal- low Marines. amongst a few petrified trees in being encircled by a well-honed ism team for the famed “Maga- Among the standouts is the ul- an impenetrable forest, but also North Vietnamese Army unit. zine of the Marines” when I timate lives-saving sacrifice of a commendable are other virtues in Some NVAsoldiers wear flop hats hooked up with Charlie Co. on a young Marine combat photogra- this living history account: the inscribed with “Born North,Die sandy landing zone for a chopper pher, which garners him the making of Marines, officer and en- South” on them. In preventing the ride into what became one of the Medal of Honor. No sea tales listed; an account of the summer enemy encirclement, the Charlie scariest thrills of my life. here. Just the way it was scant of ’67 leading to the reason for days before that dawn of Friday, Medina; and, a very, very useful Oct. 13, 1967, and even shorter glossary. Authentic battle maps days after the haze burned off that and an informative array of pho- tiny stamp of an LZ in Vietnam. tos add a fine final touch to a S EMPERTOON As I critically read “Lions of most excellent document. Fortu- Medina,” I found myself actually nately,Charlie Co. and I never gasping for breath, for I kept have to redo Operation Medina. holding mine as the action unfold- Doyle Glass has done it for us in ed before me all over again, near- his unmitigated, indelible style. ly 40 years later. Apurposeful and initially successful enemy am- Editor’s note:Bruce Martin joined the bush; a rapidly building and well- staff of “Leatherneck” magazine in Octo- organized NVAattack; the U.S. ber 1966. He did four combat tours in Air Force’s “Puff, the Magic Drag- Vietnam, was awarded the Bronze Star on” sending streams of molten medal with “V” and retired as a master lead from its Gatlings just beyond sergeant. Also a retired middle-school our perimeter while lighting the teacher, he lived in Pensacola, Fla., with hazy, bleak night with parachute Judy, his wife of 45 years. Master Sgt. flares; the Charlie Co. Marines Martin passed away right before this re- launching their first counterattack; view went to press. This review originally and all the heroism of Marines ran in the “Leatherneck” magazine, and and corpsmen in between these is used here by permission. Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 C4

985003 C5 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Drama class takes center stage D r a m a from page C 1 known only as the Creeper (Jesse Boyer), or the housekeep- “Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark” is ing pair Skull and Bones (Alex a piece specifically written for McElroy and Ashlie Springer, re- high school students,Adinolfi spectively). The students also in- said. She said it is challenging, teracted with the audience in a but fun, and allows the students chase scene through the crowd, to be creative with the work. which the actors and spectators The play takes place in the seemed to enjoy equally. present in a house near an asy- “For most of them, this was lum in upstate New York. The their first play, and I’m happy 12-person cast consists of a vari- with what they’ve done,” Adi- ety of characters that, with few nolfi said. exceptions, are not what they Adinolfi said she is already seem. Several characters have scheduling her productions for comical tendencies that are next year and will pick out traced back to them coming pieces this summer. In Septem- from the asylum, which leaves ber she will make her final deci- the “normal” characters quite sion about what to perform confused and bewildered by based on the number of drama their behavior. students she has. Her first pro- The students said they en- duction will be Nov. 16 and 17, joyed their roles on stage, which she said will be a shorter, whether it be a gun-toting simpler, smaller-scale play to By Lance Cpl. Travis J.Crewdson hunter named Ralph (played by break in her students before giv- The 12-character cast of Quantico High School’s production of “Don’t Be Afraid of the Matthew Adams), a sly criminal ing them a bigger challenge. Dark” takes a bow after the conclusion of the show April 26. Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 C6 C7 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Chaplain’s Corner Aproclamation by the president of the United States of America By Lt.Cmdr.K.M.Donahue in our society and to respect the free- Continental Congress: “a time for systems. That freedom was also Protestant Chapel Pastor dom of religion by recognizing each prayer for forming a new nation.” experienced in other U.S. commu- year a “National Day of Prayer.” Following on those sentiments, nities in a variety of ways. In The following is the Presiden- Now,Therefore, I, George W. Bush, prayer continues in all obser- some communities there are those tial Proclamation regarding the President of the United States of vances held for the nation, that who chose not to participate in National Day of Prayer: America, do hereby proclaim May 3, we can actively live the principles prayer on this day, but instead Aprayerful spirit has always been 2007, as a National Day of Prayer. I established in the Constitution. have chosen to observe a ‘day of an important part of our national ask the citizens of our Nation to give One of these Constitutional con- reason’ by participating in sacrifi- character, and it is a force that has thanks, each according to his or her cerns is to uphold the nonestab- cial activities on behalf of others, guided the American people, given us own faith, for the freedoms and bless- lishment of a state religion. This such as donating blood. Some used strength, and sustained us in mo- ings we have received and for God’s has been described by some as re- the chance to renew their own per- ments of joy and in times of chal- continued guidance, comfort, and ligious tolerance. AWeb site from sonal and corporate beliefs. lenge. On this National Day of protection. I invite all Americans to Canada, religioustolerance.org, I encourage you on this day, the Prayer, we acknowledge God’s grace join in observing this day with appro- clarifies what that phrase means day you are reading this article, and ask for His continued guidance priate programs, ceremonies, and ac- for them. “On this site, religious whether it has been set aside for in the life of our Nation. tivities. tolerance means: to extend reli- prayer or not, to reflect deeply. Americans of many faiths and tra- In Witness Whereof,I have hereun- gious freedom to people of all reli- Evaluate how you would define ditions share a common belief that to set my hand this twentieth day of gious traditions, even though you your most deeply held beliefs. Do God hears the prayers of His children April, in the year of our Lord two may well disagree with their be- your actions reflect these beliefs? and shows grace to those who seek thousand seven, and of the Indepen- liefs and/or practices. Religious And ask for insight into the ac- tolerance does not require you to Him. Following the tragedy at Vir- dence of the United States of America tions you need to take in order to accept all religions as true. Reli- ginia Tech, in towns all across Ameri- the two hundred and thirty-first. insure the freedom of others to do gious freedom means that you ca, in houses of worship from every George W. Bush the same searching. can; without oppression, believe, faith,Americans have joined together After such reflection, look for a to pray for the lives that were lost Today is the 56th annual Na- worship and witness (or practice freedom from belief, worship and difference in the world around and for their families, friends, and tional Day of Prayer, and the 19th you. It may only be a difference in loved ones. We hold the victims in year since the signing of the de- witness) as you wish; change your beliefs or religion; associate with how you see the world. You may our hearts and pray for those who cree that designated the first choose to attend communal suffer and grieve. There is a power in Thursday of May for collective others to express your beliefs.” The celebration observed at Ma- prayer, designate your own spe- these prayers, and we can find com- observance of the day. Though cial time and place for personal fort in the grace and guidance of a non-governmental organizers rine Corps Base Quantico will be an expression of this deeply re- prayer, or experience a renewed loving God. have established guidance for challenge to sacrificial living for At this important time in our his- groups to use that do focus on a spected right of each individual set forth by the U.S. Constitution: others. You may experience all tory, we also pray for the brave mem- unique aspect of the day each three, or even none of the above. bers of our Armed Forces and their year, to my knowledge there is no to determine what will be the deepest belief upon which their Either way, please join me in families. We pray for their safety, for official or governmentally desig- holding for a moment a grateful the recovery of the wounded, and for life is based, and to freely grow nated focus attached to the day. I attitude for a country where none the peace we all seek. think it can safely be assumed and develop those beliefs without of us are afraid to be engaged in The Congress, by Public Law 100 that the focus was meant to be governmental influence. Our ob- such personal and meaning filled 307, as amended, has called on our simple and follows another time servance was over breakfast at activity. Nation to reaffirm the role of prayer of prayer set aside in 1775 by the The Clubs At Quantico where we participants experienced that reli- If, in your reflections, you find gious freedom though the active you would be interested in meet- participation of a variety of mem- ing with others for an interfaith bers who represent Jewish,Mus- study group, please feel free to lim,Protestant,Roman Catholic, contact me. Anew group is in the and Evangelical Christian belief process of forming.

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Saturday, May 5,2007

# 6:30 p.m. “The Hills Have Eyes 2,”R (1:30) Mo vie Showtimes: # 9 p.m. “300,”R (1:57) # Monday,Tuesday - closed # Wednesday,Thursday - 7 p.m. # Friday - 7 p.m.,9:30 p.m. Sunday, # Saturday - 3:30 p.m.,6:30 p.m.,9 p.m. # Sunday - 3:30 p.m.,6:30 p.m. May 6,2007 # 3:30 p.m. “The Last Admission: Mimzy,”PG (1:38) Adult:$2.00 # # 6:30 p.m. “Premoni- Children (ages 2-12):$1.00 # tion,”PG-13 (1:37) MPAA Ratings:

# G -(General Audiences): All ages admit- Monday & Tuesday ted. Closed No movie showing # PG -(Parental Guidance Suggested): # Some material may not be suitable for chil- dren. # PG-13 -(Parents Strongly Cautioned): Wednesday, Some material may be inappropiate for children under 13.Under 13 years of age May 9,2007 requires accompanying parent or adult # 7:00 p.m. “Dead Si- guardian. lence,”R (1:29) # R -(Restricted): Under 17 requires ac- companying parent or adult guardian # NC-17: No one 17 or under admitted. Thursday, Theater Rules: May 10,2007 # Military ID or DOD ID required to admi- # 6:30 p.m. “The Hills tance. Have Eyes 2,”R (1:30) # One guest per Military ID. # An adult or dependent child 15 years or older will accompany family members COMING SOON: Shooter, under 12 years of age for G and PG Reign Over Me,Blades of films. Glory,The Reaping,Meet the No outside food permitted in the the- # Robinsons ater. # No strollers are permitted.

Theater Hotline:(703) 784-2279

www.quantico.usmc-mccs.org/Semperfit_Rec/theater.htm Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 C10 C11 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 MCJROTC cleans house, again By Lance Cpl. Travis J.Crewdson Combat Correspondent The Quantico High School Marine Corps Ju- nior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps swept an- other drill competition, this time at the Capt. Fred Blakeman Invitational held at Herndon High School in Fairfax County, Va.,April 21. The invitational, an interservice competition designed for first-year cadets, was named after the founder of the Navy JROTC unit at Hern- don, who was also the Senior Naval Science In- structor there for 13 years. Some of Quantico’s first-year cadets had been part of the drill team already, but in order to participate in the competition, eight more were asked to volunteer to join the team. The Marine instructors of the young team expected them to perform well, but felt they had no hope of winning the overall competition. “I told them we’d come home with some- thing, but I didn’t know what,” said Marine in-

By Joshua Thom Cadet Lance Cpl. Kristin Curatola leads the Quantico High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps drill team in the “drill with arms”competition at an interservice meet at Herndon High School in Fairfax,Va.,April 21.

structor Sgt. Maj. Jose Diaz.“They peaked at weapons,” said Cadet Lance Cpl. Cortney just the right time, and their hard work paid off. Thompson. Three or four days before (the competition) I Roy said more than 200 cadets took the floor didn’t think we’d win anything.” for the KOC. The head drill master called out “As soon as they formed for inspection, the commands while others inspected the group drill hats were all over them,” said senior Ma- and removed those who made mistakes. The rine instructor Lt. Col. Paul Roy.“They main- final 10 cadets received medals, two of whom tained their bearing, though, and I’m proud of were Quantico Cadet Cpl. Jena Glavy and them.” Cadet Lance Cpl. Landen Strange. The cadets were mostly overwhelmed, as Cadet Pfc. Taylor Castleberry said she was many of them had little or no experience with told by other instructors that the Quantico team drill competitions. did not look like first-year cadets. “It was nerve-racking and very scary,” said “It felt so good to be congratulated by all the Cadet Lance Cpl. Marybeth Karjain. “It was fun other teams and stand out,” said Cadet Lance to watch the other groups though. We only ex- Cpl. Brendon Fraser. pected to get a third place at most, so I think we “They carried themselves well in their uni- made (Diaz and Roy) proud.” forms,” Roy said proudly.“They stood out with The invitational was broken into four events their military bearing and discipline. They for the nine participating teams. Quantico took came to compete, and that’s what they did. If By Joshua Thom home a trophy in every event, including 1st we keep winning like this, they might be the Staff Sgt.Simon Parrott,an instructor at Officer Can- place in drill without arms, inspection and only ones showing up soon.” didates School,inspects Cadet Lance Cpl. Brendon color guard and 2nd place in drill with arms. “They might just stop inviting us altogether,” Fraser of the Quantico High School Marine Corps They received the 1st place trophy overall and Diaz joked. “These cadets are veterans now, Junior Reserve Officers’Training Corps during a two medals from the individual Knock-Out and they’re ready for the big-time meets. Next drill competition at Herndon High School in Fairfax, Competition. year we’ll need to do this all over again with Va.,April 21. “It was sort of like ‘Simon Says’ but with another fresh batch of cadets.”

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985217 C13 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Community Events new members. The club has members from all 432-8143, or Theresa Walters, public relations at service branches. The Navy wives meet for din- (703) 432-3778, or visit http://www.choptm.org. QUANTICO EVENTS ner once or twice a month, and sponsor orga- nized events, social gatherings, and even schol- arships to help family members with school re- The Clubs At Quantico lated expenses. For more information on this federally chartered community-based club, AREA EVENTS Officer and SNCO Lounges visit navywivesclubsofamerica.org. Fridays at 4 p.m. SNCO Club R&B night Marine wife book signing Toys for Tots benefit Fridays from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. at the SNCO Lounge Friday May 12 Wings & things Fredericksburg Wednesdays at 4 p.m. The Marine Corps Association is hosting a DJ Night book signing event Friday at the MCA book A benefit for the Marine Corps Reserves Toys Wednesdays at 4 p.m. at the Enlisted and SNCO store from 11:20 a.m. to 2 p.m. Michelle Keener for Tots is scheduled for May 12 at Buffalo Mo's Clubs. will be signing a copy of her book, “Shared in Fredericksburg from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Individ- Enjoy time with other service members. Free Courage,” and she will also give brief presenta- uals must be at least 21 years old. At the event, appetizers. tion on the book an on the Key Voluneers Net- an AC/DC tribute band Sin Sity with special work at 11 a.m. prior to signing books. guests Fail-Safe will be performing.

Youth summer camp registration Old Dominion University Military American Legion Post 364 picnic Until slots are filled Career Transition Program May 19 Monday Woodbridge The Quantico Youth Center is accepting Sum- mer Camp registration packets. There are 100 Old Dominion University at the Quantico The American Legion Post 364, Auxiliary slots available starting with active duty single Command Education Center is beginning regis- Unit 364 and Sons of The American Legion parents and a priority list is available at the tration for new students interested teaching as Squadron 364 are scheduled to host a Military youth center. Ages 5 to 12 years old are eligible a profession. Qualified students with a bache- Appreciation Day picnic May 19th at the post to attend this camp. Camp runs from June 11 to lor’s degree can take courses immediately. The home. The picnic will honor active duty mili- August 17. Camp runs Monday through Friday, Old Dominion University Military Career Tran- tary personnel and their families in our com- with trips to Lunga Park and the campgrounds, sition Program is a Masters Degree with licen- munity. The picnic will be from 1 to 5 p.m. and Quantico Pool, Quantico Bowling Center and sure program for active and retired military. will include music, food and fun for all. All mil- numerous field trips. Military spouses and qualified civilians are also itary families are invited to attend, but are The registration fee is $35 per child and par- eligible. The certification program includes ele- asked to RSVP so that members can provide ents must register in person. mentary education, middle school education enough food and Blue Star Service lapel pins to For more information, required documents and high school education. those in attendance. The lapel pins are worn by and deadlines, visit the MCCS Web site at Since courses are taught in the live, teletech- families who have a loved one serving in the www.quantico.usmc-mccs.org, or call the youth net, and on line modes, students who are trans- armed forces. center at (703) 784-2249 or (703) 640-0748. ferred to different military bases can complete Please RSVP by May 15th to Barbara Steven- their programs and do student teaching at their son at (703) 670-8750 or by e-mail at Free training for spouses new locations. [email protected]. The post is located at 3640 Interested personnel can call the Quantico Friendly Post Lane in Woodbridge. Call the Military spouses can apply online for fellow- ODU office at (703) 630-2226 to speak with the post at (703) 494-4304 for directions. ships for a one-year distance learning program program advisor or set up an appointment. The that will provide them with the education nec- summer session will begin May 7. The MCTP American Diabetes Association essary to enter the financial counseling career Web site is www.odu.edu/mctp. field. The Military Spouse Fellowship, for the seeks volunteers Accredited Financial Counselor Program, will Civilian Leadership Development June 10 provide 200 spouses with fellowships that Reston cover the $850 cost of the program, offered by information sessions the NASD Investor Education Foundation, the Tuesday, July 11 The American Diabetes Association will Association for Financial Counseling and Plan- host its 16th Annual Tour de Cure starting and ning Education, and the National Military Fam- The Civilian Leadership Development pro- finishing at the Reston Town Center in Reston, ily Association. gram is sponsoring a Business Writing For Re- VA June 10. The event will have 12-, 32-, 63- The associations note there's an increasing sults class May 8 and a Making Change Work and 100- mile routes. If you are interested in need for financial counselors, and many em- class July 11 at the Education Center in room 3 . participating, register online at www.dia ployers such as credit unions, financial aid of- Enrollment is limited to CLD participants only. betes.org/tour. fices and community housing agencies are Civilian employees should sign up for CLD be- Also, we are seeking volunteers to various looking for well-trained, ethical and caring fi- fore attending the class. For more information, shifts to help with set up, registration, posting nancial counselors. When the program was first contact Sephora Boone at (703) 784-2365. signs, SAG support, bike marshals, course offered last year, 2,800 military spouses applied marshals, motorcycle marshals, medical, and for 200 fellowships. NASD officials said a num- rest stops. Contact Heather Beck for addition- ber of spouses in the program are already vol- Toastmaster's meeting al information at (202) 331-8303 x4535 or by e- unteering their time doing financial counseling Tuesday mail at [email protected]. in the military community, which is part of the program. A career as a financial counselor can Chopawamsic Toastmasters Club meets on be rewarding as well as flexible for the de- the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, mands of the military lifestyle. from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the base Life- E-mail Community Events submissions to: The application deadline is midnight on Saturday. long Learning Center, Building 3089 in Class- Apply online at www.nmfa.org/site/PageServer. room 5 of Wing B. Nonmembers are cordially Sentry.Quantico@ usmc.mil invited to attend. Now is the time to start work- ing on those critical communication skills. Events run when space permits. Submissions must be re- Navy Wives Club of America seeks ceived by 1 p.m the Monday before publication. new members For additional information or directions, call: Capt. Teresa Ovalle at (703) 784-3255, Linda Ev- The Navy Wives Club of America is seeking eretts at (703) 490-7289, Sandy Frazier at (703) CCllaassssifiedifiedss www.quantico.usmc.mil Quantico Sentry May 3, 2007 D2 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 D3 D4 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007 D5 D6 Quantico Sentry, Thursday, May 3, 2007

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