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Bush receives Thayer Award (Above) The 43rd President of the United States George W. Bush joins U.S. Military Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr., to review the USMA Corps of Cadets on the Plain, Oct. 19. Bush (right, including Caslen and Chairman of the West Point Association of Graduates’ retired Lt. Gen. Larry Jordan) is the 2017 recipient of the Sylvanus Thayer Award presented by the West Point AOG. The Thayer Award is given to a citizen of the United States, other than a West Point graduate, whose outstanding character, accomplishments and stature in the civilian community draw wholesome comparison to the qualities for which West Point strives, in keeping with its motto: “Duty, Honor, Country.” See Page 3 for story and photos. Photos by Michelle eberhart/DPtMs ViD 2 October 26, 2017 News & Features Pointer View
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand thanked the Corps of Cadets for their support of the 2017 Tunnel to Towers in New York City Sept. 24. Nearly 2,400 cadets, staff and faculty went to the city to run or hold flags during the event to honor NYC firefighter Stephen Siller who died on 9/11. Photos by Michelle Eberhart/ DPTMS VID Halloween reminders to keep safe, stay out of trouble By Directorate of Emergency Services This mischief gets out of control and to enjoy the Halloween festivities, the As an additional safety and security escalates to criminal behavior by egging people, Directorate of Emergency Services would like measure, Military Police will be in every It’s that time of year again! Halloween is a vehicles and breaking windows. to remind you of the following: neighborhood handing out glow necklaces to tradition that has been around for ages, but as The West Point community doesn’t have • Ensure your children adhere to the curfew children during trick-or-treat hours, which are much fun as it is, we’d like to keep residents many of these incidents. However, we do get policy; 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. informed of some of the trouble that comes with our share of missing/destroyed pumpkins and • Check all candy for tampering prior to If you would like to receive some glow it. The night before Halloween, Devil’s Night, a few missing yard decorations. consumption; necklaces ahead of time, stop by the Provost or more commonly known as Mischief Night, Most of the mischief can be deterred by • Travel in groups when trick-or-treating; Marshal’s Office at building 616 on Swift Road, is the night that teenagers like to find mischief. maintaining a presence around your home and • Use flashlights when travelling at night Fire Station One on Washington Road or any Most of the time it is innocent fun. However, ensuring children adhere to the installation for safety and visibility; installation gate. They will be available at 9 there are times when the mischief goes a little curfew times which can be found in post • Stay on the sidewalks and cross the street a.m. on Halloween Day. too far and strays into the juvenile crime area. policy memorandum #20 Curfew for Minor at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks; Remember, make safe decisions and please Some of the common mischief we have seen is: Children (https://www.westpoint.army.mil/ • Only knock on doors with porch lights on; report any suspicious activity. smashing pumpkins, egging houses or covering policyletters.html). • Drive extra safely on Halloween. Kids are Happy Halloween from everyone here at the an entire yard in toilet paper. In order for everyone here in the community excited and may move in unpredictable ways. Directorate of Emergency Services!
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[email protected] Pointer View IN FOCUS: THAYER AWARD October 26, 2017 3 Former President Bush presented the Thayer Award By Keith Hamel 11, 2001, during his remarks opening the award ceremony. Association of Graduates “In the aftermath of those horrific attacks, our president, George W. Bush, would rally us as a nation and lead us as we According to Class of 2021 Cadet Kelley Ericson, the Corps confronted a new kind of evil threat, one that attacked us not of Cadets were buzzing with excitement all week about the for our land or wealth, but because of our ideals and because arrival of former President George W. Bush, the 2017 recipient of our freedom,” Caslen said. of the Thayer Award, and when he entered Washington Hall In his speech accepting the Thayer Award, Bush also for the award dinner and ceremony Oct. 19, he received what returned to Sept. 11th, particularly to the graduation speech he Class of 2018 Cadet Jackson Luff called, “Some of the loudest gave to the West Point Bicentennial Class of 2002 nine months cheers I’ve ever heard in the mess hall.” after that fateful day. Presented annually by the West Point Association of Quoting that speech, Bush said, “Every West Point class Graduates since 1958, the Thayer Award recognizes a U.S. is commissioned in the armed forces, but some West Point citizen whose outstanding character, accomplishments and classes are also commissioned by history.” stature in the civilian community draw wholesome comparison In the years following that speech, Bush noted that to the qualities for which West Point strives, in keeping with thousands of graduates have taken up the cause to advance its motto: Duty, Honor, Country. freedom. In his remarks introducing the 2017 recipient, retired Lt. “They did their duty with honor for their country,” he said. Gen. Larry Jordan, USMA Class of 1968, chairman of the West But while the lessons of Sept. 11 are still an important part of Former President George W. Bush talks to the Corps Point Association of Graduates, noted the concept of the Thayer the West Point curriculum, Bush said that today’s cadets will of Cadets and special guests during the 2017 Thayer Award originated with the Class of 1931, which sought to create face new challenges. Award dinner, Oct. 19 in Washington Hall. an award that would contribute to the public’s understanding He outlined these challenges earlier in the day at the “Spirit Photos by Michelle Eberhart/DPTMS VID of West Point and the principles on which it is built. of Liberty” forum held at Lincoln Center in New York City, and the Academy’s fifth superintendent (1817-33) before In its 60-year history, the Thayer Award was given to but as he repeated them during his Thayer Award remarks he coming to West Point. scientists and astronauts, jurists and scholars, members of the related specific points to cadets. “Thayer founded the West Point Dialectical Society to clergy and members of Congress, and three former presidents For example, when he mentioned “living up to civic foster debate and good dialect,” Bush said, “which makes my of the United States, including Bush’s father, President George values,” Bush said, “I am counting on the cadets of West selection for this honor somewhat puzzling.” H.W. Bush, the 1994 recipient. Point to serve as examples of character and integrity for But every light-hearted moment was followed by another “The one thing shared by all Thayer Award recipients is your generation, and I’m confident that you will rise to the filled with sincerity. an intense love of country and an untiring effort to make our occasion.” In his speech’s conclusion, for example, he mentioned nation better and stronger,” Jordan said. “President George W. Later, when discussing the need for American institutions how people often come up to him and ask if he misses being Bush’s name on the Thayer Award plaque greatly enhances the “to step up and provide cultural and moral leadership for this the president. prestige of this institution.” nation,” Bush noted that the country “only need look to where “I miss the pastry chef,” he joked, but then he offered While there are numerous reasons for presenting Bush the the Hudson River bends to see how to do this.” the following: “There is one thing I miss—a lot—being the Thayer Award, from his pre-presidency roles as a member of Summing up his points, Bush said, “We are a nation waiting commander in chief of a collection of selfless men and women the Texas Air National Guard and two terms as governor of for a reminder of its better self, and I believe that reminder who volunteered to defend the United States in a time of danger Texas to his post-presidency role with the George W. Bush can be found right here at West Point.” … our future leaders who will promote our democratic values public policy institution, West Point Superintendent Lt. Gen. Bush’s speech was not all serious public policy and our way of life through their actions and example—men Robert L. Caslen, USMA Class of 1975, emphasized Bush’s recommendations. Early on he told cadets that he brushed up and women who live by the words: Duty, Honor, Country.” leadership and selfless service following the events of Sept. on his knowledge of Sylvanus Thayer, USMA Class of 1808, The loudest cheers in the mess hall, indeed.
Former President George W. Bush receives a cadet saber from Cadet First Captain Simone Askew, Oct. 19 in Washington Hall.
4 October 26, 2017 Pointer View West Point, cadets welcome families for the weekend
Story and photos by Kathy Eastwood aviation.” Staff Writer Gunnar and Ranaye Conrow waited for their daughter, Class of 2019 Cadet Morgan Conrow, More than 600 families joined their cadets with Morgan’s classmate, Class of 2019 Cadet Oct. 20-22 for the fourth annual Family Mary Mccurry. Gunnar was Mccurry’s and his Weekend. Although most parents have seen their daughter’s high school coach for a girl’s hockey cadet sons or daughters at different events like team, the Alaskan Ice Breakers in Fairbanks, Acceptance Day, Plebe-Parent Weekend and Alaska. some live close enough to join their cadet for a “Our son had some military interest, but Saturday afternoon of Army Football in the fall, Morgan decided in high school that she wanted Family Weekend includes all classes of cadets. a military career and to come to West Point,” It was a busy weekend for families and Gunnar said. “She went to Marion Military cadets. There were plenty of sports events to Institute, a preparatory school in Marion, attend––Army vs. Temple University football at Alabama, to get here and she loves it. She sings Michie Stadium and Army Women’s Rugby vs. in the Glee Club.” Navy at the Anderson Rugby Complex. Doug, Denise, Haley Jordan and Toni Cadets had a full class schedule Friday with Zappia from Florida saw their cadet, Class of families joining briefings, visiting the library, 2019 Cadet Jesse Jordan. visiting the Simulation Center with the chance “This is the third year we have come here, to fire in the Engagement Skills Trainer, and we do this every year,” Doug said. “Debbie touring the West Point Museum while waiting Dalton puts out great information for this event for their cadets to complete classes. and I loved the map this year. This year we were Families also enjoyed a parade and review able to go to the Thayer Award Parade and Pass with the full brigade from the Corps of Cadets and Review.” for the Class of 1992 reunion and Family Jesse said that he loves seeing his family Weekend. here. Craig and Ming Martin from Connecticut “I haven’t been home for five months,” he waited for their daughter, Class of 2020 Cadet said. “I will be taking them to my ‘secret’ place Elizabeth Martin, at the Eisenhower statue. and then to the Army football game.” “We were able to see Elizabeth during Doug said he enjoyed being able to get to Columbus Day weekend,” Ming said. “She the top of the library to see the view and Grant gets a lot of passes because she is an excellent Hall, which he said was like a museum. student and we don’t live that far away. Today, I “It’s such a historic building,” he said. am looking forward to going to philosophy class Family Weekend is another opportunity for with her. Her classes have always interested families to acquaint themselves with cadet and Kris and Arne Johnson, parents of Class of 2020 Cadet William Johnson, came me.” military life at West Point including academics from Libertyville, Ill., to visit with their son during West Point Family Weekend Craig said Elizabeth came up with the idea by speaking with instructors, physical training Oct. 20-22. William is a member of the Black Knights Parachute team and of joining the military and thought about joining with the tour of the Arvin Cadet Physical although his parents have seen him jump before during practice, they watched the Connecticut National Guard. Development Center, sports teams and cadet him again during practice during their last day of Family Weekend. “I told her she should be looking into West activities. or teammates and showing off what they have parents traveled from Illinois just to watch him Point,” Craig said. “She is thinking about going Cadets often will take their families on tours, accomplished. practice parachuting with the Black Knights into pre-med but she is also thinking about taking pride in introducing them to their friends Class of 2020 Cadet William Johnson’s Parachute team.
The Cadet Drill team performs a demonstration during the Parade Parents, siblings and friends gather at Taylor Hall for a quick briefing Oct. 20-22 during and Pass in Review for the Class of 1992 reunion and Family West Point Family Weekend, when cadets spent time with their families for the weekend. Weekend, Oct. 21. Pointer View IN FOCUS: CADET ACTIVITIES October 26, 2017 5
Aviation: The West Point Flying team took third-place overall team honors in the National 2017-18 cadet club activities Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region VII competition Oct. 6-8 in New Bedford, Massachusetts. USMA took third-place overall in the flight events and first-place overall in the ground events. Beautiful weather the first two days gave way to clouds and rain, making it impossible to conduct the short field and power-off landing competitions. Some highlights of the team’s success include: 1st Place Computer Accuracy: Kurt Klinkmueller; 2nd Place Computer Accuracy: Max Mueller; 3rd Place Aircraft Recognition: Galen Quiros; 1st Place Ground Trainer (Simulator): Kurt Klinkmueller; 2nd Place Navigation: Kurt Klinkmueller, Galen Quiros; 4th Place Navigation: Max Mueller, Virginia Brawley; 3rd Place Overall Top Pilot: Kurt Klinkmueller; Boxing: The Army Men’s Boxing Team traveled to New York City Oct. 19 to participate 4th Place Overall Top Pilot: Max Mueller. in the third annual “Call To Arms” boxing event at the New York Athletic Club. All seven of The team will now focus on training its new pilots to compete in the Spring Classic against Army’s boxers did a tremendous job inside of the ring and represented themselves and the Coast Guard and Navy. Academy with true professionalism. Each bout was extremely competitive and close. Army won at 156 pounds (Luca Botis), 172 pounds (Shiloh Begley) and 190 pounds (Seth Gonzales).
Polish Language: Kosciuszko Squadron cadets traveled to Washington, D.C. on an invitation from the Polish Embassy to take part in ceremonies commemorating Kosciuszko’s death 200 years ago this month. On Oct. 14, cadets participated in a 5K run organized by embassy staff, after which they took in D.C. cultural sites. That evening, they hosted the squadron’s founder, retired Lt. Gen. Ed Rowny of Korean, Vietnam and Cold War fame, for dinner, where he answered cadets’ questions about history, his war experiences and what he thought the future might hold for them as officers. Early Oct. 15, Cadets visited Arlington Memorial Cemetery; then took pictures in front of the White House as they prepared to take part in the wreath-laying ceremonies at the Kosciuszko monument on Lafayette Square. After Cadets Isabela Vargas, Bartlomiej Grzybowski and Joshua Siemaczko assisted with the wreath laying, Squadron cadets got a chance to interact with leaders of the Polish community, including Ambassador Piotr Wilczek and his embassy staff. 6 October 26, 2017 Pointer View Human Resources Command CSM speaks to West Point NCOs
Story and photo by Kathy Eastwood Raters should also be counseling initially and quarterly and Staff Writer senior raters should be counseling the rated twice per rating period. Raters should be noting the counseling sessions on the United States Army Human Resources Command’s rating form. Command Sgt. Maj. Wardell Jefferson visited West Point’s The NCOER, or Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation noncommissioned officers Oct. 13-15 to speak about gaining Report, has a new development tool of rating a Soldier as Ahead success as a professional Soldier, changes in HRC requirements of Peers, At Peers and Below Peers. for advancement in rank and understanding the evaluation system. “Another new development tool is that now you can get data Jefferson said there were a lot of misconceptions to the new from the board, like how they viewed your record, however, there evaluations developed by HRC last year and wanted a chance to has always been an opportunity to have your records checked,” educate the NCOs on what raters and senior raters are looking Jefferson said. for in their leaders. HRC has implemented the NCO Contact Program that “I wanted to come here to talk to you about how things are establishes professional dialogue that reduces stress and builds running and how they look as far as manning at HRC,” Jefferson confidence, trust and transparency between NCOs and HRC. stated. “With the new evaluation systems, we still have 24 percent NCOs sergeant first class and above can get direct of NCOs being rated as most qualified and a lot of people are communication before being put on assignment, 100 percent not getting qualified. We are looking at talent and promoting the contact through telephone or emails which leverages CSMs Human Resources Command’s Command Sgt. right people.” when required. This is intended to incorporate the Assignment Under the new evaluation system, a rater may only rate Satisfaction Key web application for NCOs to view and update Maj. Wardell Jefferson speaks to West Point Non- 24 percent of staff sergeants through sergeant major as most assignment preferences, voluntary and personal information. commissioned Officers Oct. 13 in a fusion forum qualified. The idea is to use professional and trained people and ASK helps match Soldiers preference and volunteer selections about how to succeed as an NCO including higher using the highly qualified rating as the new normal. against Army readiness requirements. education, and learning how the evaluation system “We all need to become educated on evaluations and Jefferson also advises NCOs to continue their education, both works. understand how the system works,” Jefferson said. “We have militarily and academically. and all SSDs are available online. to know what is on the evaluations and how to get the ‘most Complete the levels of the Structured Self Development “We did have a push for a college degree,” Jefferson said. qualified’ status.” courses, SSD level 1 is a prerequisite for the Basic Leader Course, “Historical data is that they are the ones getting promoted; it’s Jefferson said that when a Soldier is unsatisfied with his Level 2 is a prerequisite for the Advanced Leader Course and about the total Soldier. It is important to get an education because rating, he should have a conversation with the rater and senior level 3 is a prerequisite for the Senior Leader Course, all steps it is not only about the Soldier, but it’s also preparing for civilian rater. increasing your chances for success and promotion as an NCO life, it’s about building strength.” Gen. Eisenhower’s uniform, pistol now on display at West Point Museum
By the West Point Museum seven days a week, from 10:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. For more details, call 845-938-3590 or visit the West The museum is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Point Museum on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ The West Point Museum has installed a service coat and cap Year’s Days. WestPointMuseum/. belonging to Gen. Dwight David Eisenhower, USMA Class of 1915, supreme commander, Allied Forces Europe during the Second World War and 34th President of the United States, through October 2019. The coat and cap are accompanied by Gen. Eisenhower’s personal pistol carried during throughout the war. The pistol is part of the permanent collections of the museum, having been presented by his widow, Mamie Eisenhower, during the dedication of Eisenhower Hall. The uniform, which is on loan from the Dwight D. Eisenhower Library in Abilene, Kansas, has been placed on display in the museum’s American Wars Gallery. The West Point Museum is open at no charge to the public,
The West Point Museum has installed a service coat and cap belonging to Gen. Dwight David Eisenhower. Pointer View Beyond West Point October 26, 2017 7 Three DODEA schools, including West Point, win National Blue Ribbon award Story and photo by Matthew M. Burke with our teachers who were working with those students that Stars and Stripes were graded on those assessments and all of the specialists and all of our community members, too, that pitched in.” CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa—Three Department of Defense At the ceremony, Brig. Gen. Paul Rock Jr., commander of Education Activity schools—including one on Okinawa and Marine Corps Installations Pacific, told the students they are another at West Point—have been selected as National Blue “all very special.” Ribbon winners for academic excellence. “It cannot be easy to go so far away from the United States The Department of Education chose Edward C. Killin and set up here and do well,” said Rock, who also commands Elementary at Camp Foster, Okinawa; Patch Middle School Camp Smedley D. Butler. at U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany; and West Point After the ceremony, teachers and administrators enjoyed Elementary School at U.S. Army Garrison West Point, New blue punch and cupcakes topped with blue icing and discussed York, for the honor out of more than 100,000 public, private their accomplishment. and charter schools. “It feels really great to know that all the hard work that The award—given to only 342 U.S. schools—recognizes all the teachers in the school put in with all of our students overall academic excellence or progress in closing achievement paid off,” said math teacher Melanie Horton. “The staff has gaps among student subgroups, a DODEA statement said. always been dedicated; they’ve always gone that extra mile Administrators from the winning schools will travel to for students. They get together; they collaborate to make sure Washington, D.C., for a ceremony in November. that every student succeeds.” Killin—the first Blue Ribbon school on Okinawa since They also applauded Killin’s students for their emotional 1996—placed in the top 15th percentile on standardized tests in intelligence. English/language arts, math, science and social studies during “We have a very kind population of students,” Sears said. the 2015-16 school year to earn the honor, school officials said. “They are very giving; they are very sharing; they help one Students at Edward C. Killin Elementary School at Camp Killin celebrated with a special ceremony in the cafeteria another and you don’t normally see that all the time in public Foster, Okinawa, celebrate being named a National Oct. 20. Students waved blue pom-poms, sang songs and read schools. We are very fortunate to have that here … our kids Blue Ribbon School for 2017 by the Department of essays about why their school stands out. are amazing.” Education, Oct. 20. The West Point Elementary School “It’s a very big honor,” said Killin Assistant Principal New Killin Principal Kendra White said the school will was one of 342 U.S. schools to receive the National Blue Jennifer Sears, who served as acting principal last school year not rest on its laurels. Ribbon award out of more than 100,000 public, private after the retirement of Principal Cindy Templeton. “We had a “There’s always things we can do better,” she said. “We’ve and charter schools throughout the United States and lot of people who contributed to the success of this, especially got a lot of great things, but let’s get us outstanding.” Department of Defense terrority. 8 October 26, 2017 Pointer View #USMA Social Scene Instagram & twitter: @westpoint_usma facebook.com/westpointusma
jonah_nelson: Man was it nice to see y’all again.
georgewbush: On what it means to receive the Thayer Award, General MacArthur put it best: “This award is not intended primarily to honor a personality, but to symbolize a great moral code—the code of conduct and chivalry of those who guard this beloved land of culture and ancient descent. That I should be integrated in this way with so noble an ideal arouses a sense of pride and yet of humility which will be with me always. Duty, Honor, Country: Those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, and what you will be.” jakebochonok: Incredibly Blessed to have the Fam I do! Thanks for spoling me this weekend!
g4_uscc: Congrats to Women’s Rugby for their win over Navy this past Sunday with a score of 60-7! G4 guppies Sam Sullivan, Ruth Talbott and Mel Rigoni all contributed to Army’s big win! Good job gup gals! #beatnavy #gupsWINtogether Pointer View Community October 26, 2017 9
and an avid reader, started a Little Free Library, located at 306D The MWR’s annual Haunted House at Camp Buckner, Alexander Place on West Point. from 6-9 p.m. Friday, is seeking support for the evening from FEATURED ITEM The purpose of the LFL is to share books, bring people community members. Cadet Chapel organ recital events for fall 2017 together and create communities of readers. Visit the signup link at http://www.signupgenius.com/ The upcoming organ recital fall 2017 events at the Cadet The Little Free Libraries are small, front-yard book exchanges go/5080848adab22a1f49-haunted. Chapel: numbering 50,000 around the world in 70 countries. The mission • Sunday, 3 p.m.—Katherine Meloan (U.S. Merchant of the LFL is to encourage children to read during the fall months. Volkssport Club at West Point Marine Academy); Hazel’s LFL is open 24 hours, seven days a week. To learn Volkssport Club at West Point will have a group walk in • Nov. 5, 3 p.m.—Marko Pranic (St. John’s, Rochester, more, visit littlefreelibrary.org. Highland Falls Saturday. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Highland Falls New York); Market, 447 Main Street to register. • Nov. 12, 3 p.m.—Ryan Kennedy (The Juilliard School); Protect your credit Trails of 5K and 10K go through the residential areas of the • Nov. 19, 3 p.m.—Craig Williams; and Equifax Inc. recently reported a cyberattack that may have village, through the business district and onto the grounds of West • Dec. 3, 3:30 p.m.—59th annual Handel’s Messiah Cadet affected about 143 million U.S. customers of the credit reporting Point. To enter West Point, a photo ID is required. Choir, Combined Choirs and Orchestra. agency. Intruders reportedly accessed names, Social Security For details, call 845-446-4709. numbers, birth dates, addresses and driver’s license numbers. Credit card numbers for about 209,000 consumers were also “I Spy” Halloween Trail, treats and fun at Cornwall accessed, the company said. Nature Museum The company set up a website, www.equifaxsecurity2017. Young ghosts and ghouls are welcome Saturday and Sunday com, that consumers can use to determine whether their at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery information was compromised. Center, on Muser Drive, across from 174 Angola Road, Cornwall Equifax is also offering free credit-file monitoring and for the “I Spy” Halloween Trail. identity-theft protection. Ensure our young leaders, who may Families looking for a fun but not-so-spooky Halloween have less experience in these matters, are aware of this situation adventure can drop in at any time between 11 a.m.-3 p.m. On the for their own financial protection. Halloween Trail, posters in rhythm and rhyme leads everyone For details, contact Capt. AJ Pulaski at 845-938-0738. to search for objects cleverly hidden along the trail. Brave adventurers will discover which items belong in nature, like skulls and bones, and which ones do not. Find them all and earn a prize. EDUCATION and WORKSHOPS For details, visit hhnm.org or call 845-534-5506, ext. 204.
Army Education Center 2017 Farmers Market College courses are offered through the Army Education The West Point-Town of Highlands 2017 Farmers Market’s Center at West Point, located at 683 Buckner Loop. Halloween and Pumpkin Festival is open from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Undergraduate classes: Sunday in Highland Falls. • Mount Saint Mary College—Call Shari Seidule at 845-446- It is the closing day of the market for the 2017 season. Wear 0535 or email [email protected]; and a costume, color a pumpkin, and guess the number of candy • Saint Thomas Aquinas—Call Ashley Scales at 845-398- corn contest to win a prize. Visit West Point Town of Highlands ANNOUNCEMENTS 4108 or email [email protected]. Farmers Market Facebook for more information. Graduate studies: Motorcycle Training Basic Rider Course & Experienced • John Jay College of Criminal Justice–master’s degree in Lighthouse Christian Assembly Rider Course public administration—Call Jennifer Heiney at 845-446-5959 or The Lighthouse Christian Assembly cordially invites the West The Garrison Safety Office is offering motorcycle safety email [email protected]; and Point community to join its family of fellowship and worship at courses at “A” Lot through November. • Long Island University–master’s degrees in school 10 a.m. Sundays at 134 Old State Road, Highland Falls. There are various classes for both experienced and novice counseling, mental health counseling and marriage and family The church has served the Fort Montgomery/Highland Falls riders, and classes for cadets, staff and faculty. counseling—Call Mary Beth Leggett at 845-446-3818 or email and West Point communities for more than 30 years. The upcoming training schedule is: [email protected]. It provides a family atmosphere for cadets, Soldiers, family Basic Rider Course: members and the community. • Tuesday-Wednesday (staff & faculty); and Army Personnel Testing programs Every effort is made to support our beloved brothers and • Nov. 17-19 (cadets). The Army Education Center at West Point offers Army sisters with physical as well as spiritual needs. Experienced Rider Course: Personnel Testing programs such as the AFCT, DLAB, DLPT, Additionally, the church is affiliated with the Walter Hoving • Nov. 2. SIFT through the DA and DLI. Tests are free of charge to Soldiers. Home, founded by John and Elsie Benton in 1967. Also, individuals are not to park on the motorcycle range Call the Testing Center at 845-938-3360 or email gwenn. This Christ-centered home provides a safe space for women on these dates. For details, call Aubrey Posey, Garrison safety [email protected] for details or an appointment. in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse. specialist, at 845-938-6131. If you are in need of transportation, contact either Robby Employee Assistance Program at 845-661-0339 or Tommy at 262-444-2460 by 9 a.m. on the West Point Family Homes Community Library West Point Garrison offers an Employee Assistance Program Sunday morning you plan to attend. The West Point Family Homes Community Library is open 8 that provides free and confidential counseling for civilians, family a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 8 a.m.-7 p.m. members and retirees. Wednesday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday. The program offers services from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday- The library is located at the WPFH Leasing and Management Friday. The EAP is located at 656 Eichelberger Road. Office at 126B Washington Road. For details, call 845-938-1039. Members of the West Point community can come during business hours and enjoy the many genres of books available. DANTES testing The Army Education Center at West Point offers academic The Bass Club accepting new members testing programs through the Defense Activity for Non- The Bass Club at West Point is accepting new members. Traditional Education Support such as the SAT and ACT. Pearson The Bass Club promotes sustainable fishing and performs VUE offers licensing and certification exams. community service in support of West Point Outdoor Recreation. Most tests are free of charge to Soldiers. Membership is open to military, DOD civilians, veterans of the Call the Testing Center at 845-938-3360 or email gwenn. armed forces and their dependents. [email protected] for details or an appointment. For details, contact [email protected] or visit http:// pbwimmer.wixsite.com/bassclubatwestpoint. OUTSIDE THE GATES Little Free Library Hazel Calway, a fifth grader at West Point Middle School Haunted House support at Camp Buckner 10 oCtoBer 26, 2017 Pointer View
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Jack-o-Lantern Jog event. For details, call 845-905-6325. MWR is hosting the Jack-o-Lantern Jog, a 5K run around West Point in Halloween costumes 8 a.m. Saturday. Horseback riding lessons Registration is now open. For details, call 845-938-6490 or The Morgan Farm horseback riding lesson program is now visit www.westpoint.armymwr.com. open. Lessons are available for beginners through advanced, ages FEATURED EVENT 5 and up. Lesson packages are available. Hearts Apart Support Group For more details, call 845-938-3926. Personally-owned fi rearm range Join Army Community Service from 10-11:30 a.m. The MWR Outdoor Recreation and Range Operations is Wednesday and Dec. 6 for Hearts Apart Support Group. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade hosting three personally-owned fi rearm range days, allowing This support group promises to motivate, support and inspire The parade is great on television, but nothing beats the eligible individuals owning fi rearms to shoot at West Point you to experience a breath of fresh air as a military spouse. The excitement live in New York City, with full transportation. this fall. discussion dynamics are designed to be up-close and personal. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade takes place Nov. 23. Leave The dates are Saturday, Nov. 4 and 17 from 9 a.m.-3:30 Children are welcome. To RSVP, call 845-938-3487. West Point at 6 a.m. and return immediately after the parade. p.m. at Range 5, Route 293, across from Round Pond Road. There is a fee for this event. For details, call 845-938-3601. Eligibility is restricted to DOD ID card holders (military, 2017-2018 West Point Community General Skate retirees and DOD civilians), with each eligible individual The MWR Sports Office will conduct the 2017-18 Radio City Christmas Spectacular being able to sponsor a maximum of two guests. Community General Skate at Tate Rink. Experience a holiday tradition and create a memory that will For details, contact the Outdoor Recreation Offi ce at 845- The Holleder Center is open to all West Point personnel, DOD last a lifetime by going to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. 938-2503 or visit www.westpoint.armymwr.com. personnel and families. All skaters must supply their own skates. With orchestra seating and transportation, this event is a The dates for Community General Skate are as follows: from seasonal sale of $89 per ticket. 3:30-5 p.m. Nov. 5, Dec. 3, 10 and 17; Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28; Feb. • Dec. 5 and 7—5 p.m. curtain. Leave West Point at 1 p.m. 4, 11, 18 and 25, and March 4. • Dec 12 and 14—8 p.m. curtain. Leave West Point at 4 p.m. JUST ANNOUNCED There are two dates during Christmas break from 10-11:30 For details, call 845-938-3601. a.m. Dec. 26 and 28. 2017-18 staff and faculty noontime basketball sign ups For details, call the Skate Hotline at 845-938-2991. The MWR Sports Offi ce will conduct the 2017-18 staff and FOR THE YOUTHS faculty noontime basketball league. Wanted: Certifi ed and experienced personal trainers All games are played at the Arvin Cadet Physical Development at the MWR Fitness Center Exceptional Family Member Program’s Paws for Kids Center second fl oor basketball courts. The MWR Fitness Center is looking for certified and The Exceptional Family Member Program’s Paws for Kids Game times are at 12:15 p.m. and 12:40 p.m. Games will be experienced personal trainers who can motivate and inspire runs from 3:30-5 p.m. Nov. 7 and 28, and Dec. 5 and 19. played every Monday-Friday, through March 8. clients. For children with special needs and siblings, the ability to All teams may sign up by e-mail to Jim McGuinness at jim. The benefi ts of working at the MWR Fitness Center include: interact with a dog can have a very positive impact upon their [email protected] or call the sports offi ce at 845-938-3066. • Create your own hours; and quality of life. • Profi table opportunity. Interacting with the therapy dogs can change behavior, create For more details, call 845-938-6490. a sense of responsibility and even improve a child’s ability to FOR THE ADULTS participate in therapeutic treatment leading to achievement in Adult riding lessons at Morgan Farm relation to identifi ed goals and objectives. West Point Club Spirit Luncheons Why let the kids have all the fun? In this comprehensive Children can often trust and easily achieve a level of intimacy Tickets are on sale now at the West Point Club’s administration course, Morgan Farm begins each morning with a discussion on with animals. offi ce and can be purchased 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Each the day’s lesson plan during coffee, tea and doughnuts. The course To RSVP or for more details, call 845-938-5655 or email to luncheon is in the club’s Grand Ballroom and a pep rally for that will cover safety, horse care and riding over the next four weeks. [email protected]. week’s game. Lessons are from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and the luncheon begins at 11:45 through Nov. 4 (eight lessons total). Youth Sports recreational basketball registration a.m. Buy tickets in advance and save $2 per person. Reservations There is a fee for these lessons. For more details, call 845- Registration for youth basketball, ages 4-11, is open through are based on the tickets sold by 2 p.m. on the day prior to the 938-3926. Nov. 17. Recreational basketball is from Dec. 4 through Feb. 22. lunch. For more details, call 845-938-8896. To register, visit https:// The Spirit Luncheons are scheduled for: Champagne Sunday Brunch at the West Point Club webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/westpointcyms.html. • Nov. 2—Air Force; Enjoy a seasonal Sunday brunch from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the • Nov. 9—Duke; and West Point Club’s Pierce Room. Part-day preschool openings • Dec. 6—Navy. Freshly prepared hot and cold items, carving stations, fresh Spaces are available for the Stony Child Development Center For more details, call the club at 845-446-5504. cut fruit, assorted pastries, and hot and cold beverages are Tuesday and Thursday sessions of part-day preschool. available. The Sunday brunch continues through Nov. 12. The class hours are 9 a.m.-noon. The program utilizes the October classes with Arts & Crafts Reservations are suggested. For details, call 845-446-5506. creative curriculum to facilitate the development of social, • Single-Point Perspective—2:30-4:30 p.m. today. Students emotional, literacy, fi ne and gross motor skills. learn to draw using single-point perspective. Ski swap Fees are based upon total family income. A USDA CACFP We will look at different examples of single-point as seen There is a ski swap from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 2-3 at Victor approved snack is served each day. in life as well as in other artist’s work. For children in grades Constant Ski Area. The swap includes a consignment sale, season If you have any questions, contact Parent and Outreach 5 and up. pass sales, new and used items, gear check and lesson registration. Services at 845-938-4458. Perspective has a materials fee. To register, call 845-938- For details, visit victorconstantski.com or call 845-938- 4812. 8810. School Age Center’s after school programs School Age Center offers programming with several different Leisure Travel Services themes and activities for grades kindergarten through fi fth. • Today—Theater Van to Broadway. Leave West Point at FOR THE FAMILIES If you are interested in a before and after school program for 4:30 p.m., leave NYC after the show. your school age child, sign up today. Purchase half-price theater tickets at the TKTS discount ticket Haunted House at Camp Buckner The School Age Center also offers hourly options for children booth or a fun night on the town. Come out to Camp Buckner, located off Route 293, from 6-9 who would like to come on an hourly or daily basis. There is a fee for transportation with LTS. p.m. Friday for MWR’s annual Haunted House. For more details, call the Lee Area CYS Facility front desk For more details and pricing, call 845-938-3601. Activities for children are provided. There is a fee for this at 845-938-8530. Pointer View oCtoBer 26, 2017 11
West Point Band celebrating 200 years Keller Corner By the West Point Public Affairs Offi ce TRICARE is changing—Which plan is 938-7992 or the Nutrition Care Department Join the West Point Band at Lincoln Center’s better for your family? at 845-938-2374 to reserve your seat. David Geffen Hall in New York City Sunday, as it TRICARE is changing and will offer celebrates 200 years of continuous service to the two plans with different features: TRICARE Benefi ciary/retiree infl uenza drive at U.S. Military Academy, the Army and the nation. Prime and TRICARE Select. Keller—Today and Nov. 3 The band traces its history to the American Keller Army Community Hospital wants Keller Army Community Hospital is Revolution, when in 1778, Gen. George to ensure you understand the differences holding a community-wide fl u drive from 1-5 Washington appointed musicians to West Point between the two plans so you can choose p.m. today and Nov. 3 at the Primary Care on the Hudson River after Gen. Samuel Holden the one that fi ts you and your family’s needs. Clinic, located on the fi rst fl oor of the Brian Parsons’ 1st Connecticut Brigade crossed the Hudson River and established West Point as a The West Point Band will perform Visit https://www.tricare.mil/changes/ D. Allgood Ambulatory Clinic. at Lincoln Center’s David Geffen compare for more information. The clinic is for all eligible family permanent military post. During the last 200 years, the band has Hall in New York City Sunday, members and retirees. The goal is to vaccinate as it celebrates 200 years of Nutrition Care Department offers our entire community, so we are encouraging evolved into one of the most capable and professional performing ensembles in the nation, continuous service to the U.S. weight management classes all benefi ciaries ages 6 months and above to Military Academy, the Army and Keller Army Community Hospital’s come out. comprising musicians drawn from the nation’s the nation. courtesy Photo Nutrition Care Department will continue the No appointment necessary as this is a top music schools and performing groups. “Fit for Performance” series, focusing on walk-in fl u clinic. Help us vaccinate 100 Be immersed in two centuries of music with a multimedia experience that explores the weight management. percent of our population and win the battle band’s storied history from the birth of the nation to today. The weight management classes are against the fl u this year. Tickets are free and available to the public at http://westpointband.army.mil/ open to all Tricare benefi ciaries, with a goal bicentennial.html. to assist with making permanent changes to Keller offers Childbirth Education Tickets are also available by phone at 212-721-6500. diet, sleep and activity habits that promote Classes long-term weight loss success. Keller Army Community Hospital is Program dates/subjects are: offering Childbirth Education Courses during • Friday—Changing Your Environment the month of November. Topics include, but and Finding Support for Weight Loss; are not limited to, what to expect during labor, • Nov. 3—Nutrient Timing and Strength newborn care and breastfeeding. Training; The November sessions are scheduled for • Nov. 10—Mindful Eating; and 6-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8 and 15 in the • Nov. 17—Stress and Weight Loss. 4th Floor Classroom at KACH. All classes are held at Keller’s second For more information and/or to arrange a fl oor classroom from 1:30-3 p.m. seat for the classes, contact Keller’s Obstetrics Call the KACH appointment line at 845- Unit at 845-938-3210.
West Point Command Channel Channels 8/23 For the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 2 Army Newswatch Thursday, Friday and Monday-Nov. 2 8:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• Nature Strollers Walk: Join WPFH by Friday with the name and age of children for a Nature Strollers Walk at the Hudson attending. Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center Monday. • Trick or Treating: Trick-or-Treating We will have some spook-tacular takes place at West Point Family Housing Halloween fun. Can you fi nd all of the objects between 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. cleverly hidden along the Halloween Trail? Which ones belong in nature and which • Halloween fun: Stop by WPFH MOVIES at MAHAN ones certainly do not? Leasing and Management offi ce to enjoy Sharpen your observation skills as you Ghosts in the Graveyard and Witch’s Brew Theatre schedule at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752. search for animal artifacts, like bones and from 4-5 p.m. Tuesday. No updates at press time, so check the website for updates. skulls. We will meet at the Visitors Center To register, please email jgellman@ (For movie details and updated schedules, visit http://www. at 9:15 a.m. bbcgrp.com by Friday. Costumes are aafes.com/exchange-stores/Movie-Guide/showtimes-West- To register, email [email protected] required. Point.htm.) 12 October 26, 2017 Sports Pointer View Women’s Rugby downs Navy 60-7 on Senior Day By Michala Rueter • For the fourth consecutive year, Army has • 3rd Minute: Try—Jill Bottarini (Army • 49th Minute: Try—Sam Sullivan; Army Athletic Communications posted over 50 points against the Midshipmen. leads 7-0); Conversion—Eleanor Burnett (Army leads • Sophomore Gio Ferguson-Lewis • 15th Minute: Try—Gio Ferguson-Lewis 36-7); The Army West Point Women’s Rugby documented her first four-try game of the (Army leads 10-0); • 56th Minute: Try—Gio Ferguson-Lewis; team defeated the Navy Midshipmen, 60-7, season. • 25th Minute: Try—Rebecca Stipp (Army Conversion—Eleanor Burnett (Army leads Sunday afternoon at the Anderson Rugby • Lewis also led the team in total points leads 17-0); 43-7); Complex. with 20. • 32nd Minute: Try—Hailey Hodsden • 65th Minute: Try—Gio Ferguson-Lewis; Army improved to 3-5-1 overall, while • Freshman Hailey Hodsden documented (Army leads 22-0); Conversion—Eleanor Burnett (Army leads Navy dropped to 4-1 on the season. her first try of the 15s season. • 36th Minute: Try—Navy (Army leads 48-7); • Freshman Eleanor Burnett completed 5 22-7); • 74th Minute: Try—Sydney Dossett Game notes and highlights conversions, setting a personal record. • 40th Minute: Try—Gio Ferguson-Lewis; (Army leads 55-7); and • The Black Knights now lead the series Conversion—Eleanor Burnett (Army leads • 80th Minute: Try—Kaitlyn Lewis (Army against Navy 4-0. Scoring timeline vs. Navy 29-7); leads 60-7).
The Army West Point Women’s Rugby team poses for a team photo after defeating the Navy Midshipmen, 60-7, Sunday afternoon at the Anderson Rugby Complex. Army improved to 3-5-1 overall, while Navy dropped to 4-1 on the season. Photo by Cordell Hoffer Two late goals leads Army past Robert Morris 3-1 With the score tied 1-1 heading into the last two minutes of play, the Army West Point Hockey team netted back- to-back goals to secure a 3-1 win over Robert Morris Oct. 21 in Pittsburgh. Sophomore defenseman Alex Wilkinson scored Army’s go-ahead goal with 1:39 left in the third period for his second of the year, and first game-winning goal of his career. Sophomore forward Dominic Franco posted the Black Knights’ insurance goal with 10 seconds on the clock as he tipped the puck from the far blueline into Robert Morris’ empty net. Franco finished the game with three points, including two assists. Courtesy photo from Army Athletic Communications 16 October 26, 2017 Pointer View
Junior running back Darnell Woolfolk (#33) led the Black Knights on the ground with a career day, totaling a personal-best 132 yards on 18 carries to go with three rushing touchdowns during Army West Point’s come-from-behind 31-28 overtime victory over Temple Oct. 21 at Michie Stadium. At the midway point of the fourth quarter, Ahmad Bradshaw connected with Kell Walker on a 32-yard pass before Woolkfolk broke off a 44-yard rushing touchdown (right) to even the score up at 21 apiece. Photos by Class of 2020 Alex Gudenkauf (right) and Michelle Eberhart/DPTMS (below)
Army’s bowling after thrilling win over Temple By Matt Faulkner for the game-tying touchdown. • At the midway point of the final period, Bradshaw Army Athletic Communications • It was the first overtime game for the cadets this season. connected with Kell Walker on a 32-yard pass before Woolkfolk broke off a 44-yard rushing touchdown to even the score up at Trailing by seven with 1:31 remaining in the game, the Army Turning point 21 apiece. West Point football team drove 79 yards down the field to force • Hopkins Jr. took over as the Army quarterback with 1:31 • With 4:54 left to play, Temple got the ball back and used overtime before earning a come-from-behind 31-28 victory over left in regulation. Army was in need of a touchdown to tie the five plays to drive 80 yards to retake the lead. Temple Oct. 21 at Michie Stadium. game and force overtime and keep its home winning streak alive. • On the final drive of regulation, Hopkins Jr. was inserted Army remained unbeaten at home on the season and moved And that’s exactly what the sophomore did. He brought the Black under center with Army sitting on its own 21. Hopkins Jr. to 6-2 with the win, while the Owls fell to 3-5. With the outcome Knights 58 yards down the field for the eventual game-tying completed five passes and drove the Black Knights down the of the game, Army officially accepted a bid into the Lockheed touchdown. field before finding Adams in the end zone for the game-tying Martin Armed Forces Bowl, which is slated for Dec. 23. score with one second remaining. Darnell Woolfolk led the Black Knights on the ground with How it happened • In overtime, Army started with the ball, but was held to a career day, totaling a personal-best 132 yards on 18 carries to • Army started its second drive of the game from its own 42. a 29-yard field goal by Blake Wilson. When it came time for go with three rushing scores. The Black Knights rushed the ball 11 consecutive times before Temple to attempt to score, the Owls ran six plays before finding Ahmad Bradshaw followed with 57 yards of his own. The Woolfolk received the handoff and powered through the Temple themselves on the Army 10. The Owls’ kicker lined up and drilled Black Knights had success in the air late in the contest as Kelvin defense and into the end zone from 11-yards out. it through the upright, but Army called a timeout before the snap. Hopkins Jr. totaled 67 passing yards and the game-tying score. • Following an unsuccessful drive by the visitors, Temple On the ensuing attempt, the kick sailed wide left and the Black Defensively, James Nachtigal and Alex Aukerman both tallied lined up to punt the ball from its own side of the field, but Knights captured the thrilling 31-28 victory. double-digit tackles, while Cole Christiansen and Max Regan Christiansen came charging through the line, blocked the kick added eight and seven, respectively. and picked it up to put the Black Knights on the opponent’s 28. A 24-yard completion by Bradshaw to Jeff Ejekam set up Woolfolk Army game notes and highlights for the 4-yard rushing score, his second of the game, to put Army Sports calendar • Army has now won its last six games at Michie Stadium. ahead 14-0 early in the second quarter. Corps Squad • Woolfolk’s 132 rushing yards was a career high. • The Owls cut Army’s lead in half on the ensuing possession Friday • He has scored in all five games he has appeared in this once Isaiah Wright stood behind center and took off with the ball 7:05 p.m.—Hockey vs. RIT, Tate Rink. season. for a 50-yard touchdown score. • It was the fourth multi-touchdown game in Woolfolk’s • When Temple got the ball back, the Owls made it to the Saturday career and second time he scored three times in a single game. Army 37-yard line before Frank Nutile connected with Adonis 7:05 p.m.—Hockey vs. RIT, Tate Rink. • Hopkins Jr. recorded his first-career touchdown pass. Jennings for a 37 yard catch-and-score to even the game up at • The 67 passing yards were the most in his career. 14-all. Sunday • Nachtigal posted 13 tackles in his second-consecutive game. • Temple used a pair of passes that combined for 64 yards in 6 p.m.—Men’s Soccer vs. Holy Cross, Malek Stadium at • Aukerman had a season-high 10 tackles on the day. the third quarter to set the Owls up deep in the red zone. After Clinton field. • The Black Knights have yet to allow a score in the third failing to get into the end zone, the kicking unit came onto the quarter at home this season. field but was unable to convert as their 32-yard field goal attempt Nov. 3 • The Black Knights blocked their first punt of the season rang off the right upright. 7 p.m.—Volleyball vs. Holy Cross, Gillis Field House. and fourth kick of the year. • At the start of the fourth quarter and with the ball on the • Christiansen recorded his first career block. Temple 21, Nutile completed a 43-yard pass to David Hood **View the upcoming Army West Point Black Knights • Jermaine Adams reeled in his first career touchdown before a Ryquell Armstead ran for a 43-yard touchdown to give Schedule at www.goarmywestpoint.com/calendar. reception and it was a big one as he and Hopkins Jr. teamed up the Owls their first lead of the game. aspx?vtype=list.