AWAII RMY EEKLY Vol. 34 No.H 6 ServingA the U.S. Army community in HawaiiW February 11, 2005 What’s Inside First unit home from OEF to be standing with you today, welcom- By Spc. Daniel P. Kelly ing these great Soldiers back into our Staff Writer midst. Soldiers of the 725th Main Support “I thank each and every one of you for Battalion were the first group from the your service, your dedication, your com- 25th Infantry Division (Light) to return mitment to excellence and for all of your from Afghanistan Feb. 2 after a one-year selfless sacrifice that has taken place in deployment. the past year … Soldiers flew into Honolulu “Your sacrifice, we know it’s been Troops International Airport in the afternoon, great, and we want you to know how and then traveled by much we’ve missed you,” Hatch added. bus to the Black Jack “You are all heroes. Yes, heroes. Our Honored hangar on Wheeler Read about the community is grateful. Our nation, like- More than 30 Army Air Field for their 225th FSB wise, is grateful … redeployment ceremo- redeployment, “I would also like to point out to you, Soldiers get awards ny. Iraqi mission on Hawaii is a different place from a year for service. Col. Rick Hatch, 25th page A-3. ago. Please take your time acclimating Infantry Division your self over the next few days and the A-3 (Light) support com- next few weeks,” Hatch said. mand commander, “We’re so glad you’re back in our spoke to the 58 Soldiers as they stood in ohana, and we want you to remain safe,” formation at the ceremony, while eager he added. “May God bless these Blue Star Card Program family and friends waited in seeming Soldiers, and may God bless the Tropic Closing anticipation. Lightning Division.” The Blue Star Card Spc. Daniel P. Kelly Nikki Hanson waited with her 2-year- Program for spouses of Sgt. Pete Hanson, 725th Main Support Battalion, radio and “On behalf of our commanding gener- old daughter Hailey while Hatch deployed Soldiers will end as al, Major General [Eric] Olson, who is communications security repairer, holds daughter Hailey, 2, thanked the Soldiers. Soldiers redeploy. Operation currently serving in Bagram, with wife, Nikki, after the redeployment ceremony on Wheeler Afghanistan, we thank each and every “It feels like a dream come true,” Iraqi Freedom cards, those Army Air Field Feb. 2. Hanson's unit was the first to deploy with a blue background, are one of you for attending today’s rede- Hanson said while smiling. “Just the valid to March 31. Operation to Afghanistan. (See a photo of Soldiers from another unit ployment ceremony,” Hatch said. fact that he made it home safe,” she said Enduring Freedom cards, prepping to redeploy from Afghanistan on page B-8.) “I’m extremely honored and humbled See “725th MSB” Page A-12 yellow background, are valid to April 30. The program will continue for units returning after this date. Program end date will be publicized. Call 438-0117. Lock, load and go long! Steelers, Alan Faneca who By Kirsten Tacker handled the M240-B machine Contributing Writer gun. Soldiers and Pro Bowl play- Also participating was ers were united for an after- Cincinnati Bengals, Tory noon of weapons simulation James and Eric Ball (retired), training on Schofield Barracks another Steelers player, Aaron Feb. 8. Smith, and Indianapolis Colts Soldiers trained the ath- Tarik Glenn. letes at the Engagement Skills They all hunkered down on Training Center. Instructions their stomachs in front of the Redeployed proceeded on how to operate target, a big screen with the simulator rifles, machine changing terrain to make the guns and the AT – 4. firing more or less difficult. News Sgt. Ben Bremer, Company After each session the Kirsten Tacker B, 2nd Battalion, 27th trainers announced the scores Who can you call Pittsburgh Steelers Alan Faneca goes for the most “kills” on the weapons simula- Infantry Regiment said, “He and replayed the action so the when you need help tor, while Spc. Ryan Schmidt peers over NFL Pro Bowler Tarik Glenn’s shoulder. did great!” About Pittsburgh See “Training” Page A-14 in a hurry? B-4 Pay hike, expanded benefits Local Army officer highlighted

The 25th ID(L) Tropic as pioneer in museum display Lightning Band in proposed budget The band will perform in By Sharon Mulligan $39,000 under the new budget, she a joint concert at Kapiolani By Donna Miles U.S. Army, Pacific Public Affairs said. Band Stand with Evergreen American Forces Press Service Federal civilian workers would Neat rows of ribbons presented on a Valley High School receive a 2.3 percent pay hike. crisply pressed green uniform combine Symphonic and Concert WASHINGTON – A 3.1 percent The proposed budget provides a 4 with a display panel filled with pictures Band on Feb. 21 at 4 p.m. military basic pay hike, higher hous- ing allowances and more healthcare percent increase in the basic housing and facts to tell the story of a modern and educational benefits for the allowance to reduce and, ideally, day pioneer. National Guard and Reserve are all eliminate out-of-pocket costs for serv- But as impressive as those reminders part of the president's proposed fiscal ice members living in private hous- of accomplishments and assignments 2006 defense budget unveiled Feb. 7. ing. "In the past, there was as much are, these pieces of a museum exhibit The package of expanded benefits as an 18 percent out-of-pocket cost for can only illustrate a small part of the is part of what a senior our military," the defense life of the first, and currently only, defense official called a top official said. "And this budg- female general in the 228-year history priority in the president's What will the et sustains our no-out-of- of the Judge Advocate General Corps. $419.3 billion budget budget mean pocket cost commitment." Brig. Gen. Coral Wong Pietsch, a request: "taking care of our for the military? The budget also keeps longtime resident of Oahu, took part forces." See page DoD on track in its effort to recently in the ribbon cutting ceremony "People are our most A-10. eliminate all inadequate for the “Women Pioneers in the JAG important asset. We can't do military family housing Corps” exhibit at the U.S. Army anything without our folks," units in the United States Women’s Museum, located at Fort Lee, the official told Pentagon by fiscal 2007, and world- Va. Travis Edwards reporters. "Our forces are the best- wide by fiscal 2009. "We are on track" Her groundbreaking career spans Brig. Gen. Coral Pietsch and Maj. trained and best-organized on the with that effort, the defense official more than 30 years and includes service Gen. Thomas J. Romig, the U.S told reporters. in the active duty, U.S. Army Reserves, Be a Pilot globe, and we maintain our commit- Army Judge Advocate General, ment to them." The proposed budget continues to and as a Department of the In 30 minutes, you The proposed military pay raise extend privatization to improve mili- Army civilian employee. This modern officially open the U.S. Army can learn to fly a reflects a continued trend in better tary housing and to maximize DoD day pioneer is also the first Asian- Women's Museum exhibit, compensation for service members. housing budgets. By the end of fiscal American woman to hold the rank of "Women Pioneers in the JAG plane. Incorporating the 3.1 percent mili- 2006, the official said, this effort is brigadier general in the Army. Corps" during a ceremony Jan. 19 B-5 tary increase, basic pay will be up 25 expected to have produced nearly As she stood and looked at the dis- at Fort Lee, Va. Pietsch is the first percent since fiscal 2001. 172,000 new high-quality family play panel that told of her history, female general in the Judge In terms of actual money in housing units during the past 10 Pietsch said she was humbled and hon- Advocate General's Corps and first ored she is one of the people featured in troops' pockets, the official told years. female Asian-American general in Commentary ...... A-2 reporters the 3.1 percent increase In terms of health care, the pro- the exhibit highlighting the contribu- posed budget increases funding for tion of women in the JAG Corps. the U.S. Army. Briefs ...... A-4,B-2 would raise basic pay for members in the lowest enlisted grade from the Defense Health Program, with “It was an incredible feeling to be said. “It was very moving to see the pho- Important Numbers A-10 $12,000 in fiscal 2005 to $15,000 next $20 billion in direct funding and $7 involved,” she said. “Never in my wildest tos and memorabilia of some of the peo- Historic Ceremony . A-11 year, and that of a second lieutenant billion for military personnel sup- dreams did I think when I started my ple who have paved the way for the rest from $23,000 to $28,000. Similarly, porting the program. Officials said career that I would be a part of history of us. Redeployment . . . . .B-4 an E-5 who was earning $30,000 in this funding level will ensure contin- in that sense.” Sports ...... B-8,B-10 base pay in fiscal 2001 will be making See “Pay hike” Page A-12 The exhibit itself was impressive, she See “JAG Pioneer” Page A-12 We want to hear from you The Hawaii Army Weekly wel- HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY comes letters and commentaries from readers. To submit call the editor at 655-4816 or e-mail edi- [email protected]. The deadline for articles is the Friday prior to the week of publication. Send all articles in PINION OMMENTARY Microsoft Word or text format. O & C Friday A-2 February 11, 2005 Letter to Wolfhounds, friends

Commentary Lt. Col. Walt Piatt 2nd Bn. 27th Inf. Rgt

Dear Wolfhounds and Friends: I was extremely fortunate this past month to return to Hawaii for a much needed R&R leave. I am not sure who needed the leave more, my family, me or the battalion staff. I am certain my family enjoyed my presence as much as the staff enjoyed my absence. Fireside chats: Like all the Wolfhounds, I departed Afghanistan with mixed emotions. Almost 10 Courtesy photo A bit of Afro-American history months had passed since I left The Piatt family the tropical paradise we call and told stories and even made up our home. The trip back was long the call that will change their that I realized how much our own. This is missing from the families of and draining, however seeing my lives forever. They have attend- families have changed. This war today. Everyone wants to be alone. family was worth all the minor ed memorial services and Purple will never be far from our minds. Commentary Earphones, TV’s in every room, inconveniences along the way. Heart ceremonies. They con- The pain of this moment PlayStations and Game Boys have robbed When I arrived to the island I soled family members who have seemed to affect me more than Beverly Dukes us of each other. was not sure what to expect. I lost their fathers and husbands. the spouses in the room. They Contributing Writer We used to be connected by the tele- knew that I had changed. I They greeted our returning have lived this pain since we phone wire in the wall jack – now we have knew that the war had hardened wounded at the airport while deployed. The absence the Ten years of drinking, spitting and cell phones. I know things have changed me. I was nervous about fitting blindly explaining to their chil- deployment created is accept- fighting. Every weekend the man would and we must also change as we grow. in to a life I could barely remem- dren that daddy is fine. Through able to them now – at least get drunk and go outside to talk to his Some things should never change and that ber. I soon realized I was not the all of this, they suppressed their when compared to the empti- shadow. He’d punch it, kick it, holler and is family bonding – physically, emotionally, only one that had changed. own fear. The innocence they ness of what could be, and curse it. Over and over he’d do the same spiritually and verbally. My first night home I held a possessed before our departure is unfortunately is, for many thing. Today, latchkey homes are the norm. I briefing for all the Wolfhound gone. They view the world dif- whose loved ones are not coming One day the man went out and started do understand that we must do what we family members. I embraced ferently now – they, too, are home. his routine, cursing at the top of his voice. have to. Still in the moments that we have many familiar faces and met hardened by combat and under- While my visit home was a Then he raised his fist and swung at the available we should gather and share some wives for the first time. stand the cost of keeping our time to relax with my family, shadow, but this time the shadow ducked some love and wisdom. Whether I knew them before the country free. there was a latent intent on my and knocked him out. The shadow said, I’m a few days older now and I remem- deployment or not, I felt like I I presented Amber Diaz one part to inform the wives and “I’m tired, let’s get some sleep.” ber those fireside chats. They made me had known them all my entire of the new Wolfhound coins. I help them understand their hus- Fireside chats were times in many who I am today – firmly placed in my life. I felt a connection with asked her to someday present band’s service. In the end it was homes when the elders sat with children foundation. Change the direction of a life them that only those intimately the coin to her son Aaron on me who gained understanding. at their knees and shared family history by kindling a fire in the mind and soul of touched by war can understand. behalf of those who served with After all my years of service I and folklore. My “Brehndaddy” told me someone. The joy of the reunion was her late husband Cpl. Isaac thought I understood sacrifice. I this story in one of these chats. Age doesn’t matter because love is age- soon overshadowed by the reali- Diaz. While I was handing her thought I understood the impor- Brehndaddy was the son of an African less. Tell the stories of old and watch the ty of what I came to say. I the coin I struggled to get the tance of military spouses. I real- slave and a full-blood Cherokee woman. I expressions on the faces. Share a part of showed them photos of their words out without breaking ize now how little I knew. These did not think anything of the fact that you. African-American stories are fascinat- loved ones and attempted to down. It was hard – then Amber women have taught me the true when he came home we spoke in a differ- ing and need to be kept alive. A great part explain what their Wolfhounds hugged me and thanked me for meaning of service to our nation. ent language to him and English to our of our history lies dormant in our memo- were doing in Afghanistan. I the way the battalion has hon- America will always owe them parents. ries because we are so busy. came to share stories of the war ored her husband. for their patriotic selfless serv- He called us by different names and we Turn off the electronics and the gadgets as seen by those fighting it. As In that moment I thought of ice. answered to both. We were taught what and pull up a chair. Pop some corn and dig the night went on, it didn’t take her young family. I couldn’t help The war has definitely taken was expected of us and disciplined in out the stories. Who knows? The next gen- long to see the war from a differ- thinking how they should be a toll on those we love. these chats. Brehndaddy talked just above eration may have a fireside chat about ent point of view – theirs. planning for the joyous reunion Generations of Americans not a whisper and he never raised his voice. you. Our families have changed. with Isaac, and planning to raise yet born will someday thank He said, “I want you to listen to me, not They have lived in fear for the their son. As she stood there them. just hear me.” (Editor’s Note: “Brehndaddy” was the past year. They wonder every hugging me, showing her It is with great humility that I carried this tradition into my family. maternal grandfather of Beverly Dukes. time the phone rings if that is strength, it was in this moment I thank them now. We took time and sat with the children His name was Henry Wallace Washington.) Voices of Lightning What aspect of the redeployment process has been the most helpful to you?

“I found the welcome cere- “I attended a briefing about “I have really appreciated “I worked with my church “I have the ACS reunion “The reintegration process mony to be most helpful. combat stress and what my the steady stream of informa- where we have a program DVD. It has been very valuable was most helpful. Knowing if I Everything was laid out, each husband is going through. I tion on what other military called, “Challenges of as it brings out all the do need help, it’s there.” day was divided into what we thought it was very effective. It families involved in recent long Deployment” It is a discussion resources available and there is needed to do, and the informa- shed a lot of light on what can deployments have been telling group, and now we are geared a lot of good information on it.” tion put out kept me abreast of be scary for a spouse. Just researchers - Tropic Lightning towards redeployment. I found integrating into normal opera- knowing people are here to Academy, Ready4Reunion it helpful knowing I was not tions.” help if we need it is important.” events, HAW articles - it's all alone and other spouses were been important to learn about.” facing a lot of the same chal- lenges.”

Capt. Michelle Santayana Criselda Smith Michele Adams-Thompson Robin Sherrod Sheila McClaran Staff Sgt. Kente Bryant HHC, 225th FSB OIF spouse OEF spouse OIF spouse OEF spouse 2nd Bn., 25th Inf. Rgt.

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Sgt. 1st Class Darren D. Heusel British Maj. Gen. Peter Gilchrist, deputy commanding general for Combined Forces Command-Afghanistan, congratulates Maj. Edward Miiller after he became one of 24 members of the 25th Infantry Division (Light) to receive the Bronze Star Medal during an awards ceremony Feb. 5 at Kabul Compound. ahead of when they are to Afghanistan’s first-ever pres- By Sgt. 1st Class return home after a year- idential election and created Medal Recipients Darren D. Heusel long deployment to a model that would be dupli- Bronze Star Medal Capt. William May Defense Meritorious 105th Mobile Public Affairs Afghanistan. cated in Iraq. Col. Samuel Johnson Capt. Mark Rea Service Detachment “What you have done over British Maj. Gen. Peter Lt. Col. Stephen Christian Capt. Cameron Thorley Spc. George Fry KABUL, Afghanistan – the past year is make history Gilchrist, deputy command- Lt. Col. Daniel Larsen Capt. Matthew Wagoner Maj. Mark Emmer Capt. James Westgate Joint Service More than 30 Soldiers from and you are to be commend- ing general for CFC-A, said Maj. Steven Fuinetti Chief Warrant Officer Commendation ed for your efforts,” Col. “[Your] selfless service and the 25th Infantry Division Maj. Brian McMullen Manuel Ortiz Staff Sgt. Rolan Sarabay (Light) received recognition David Lamm, chief of staff commitment to mission Maj. Edward Miiller Master Sgt. Robert Brown Sgt. Steve Johnson Feb. 5 in a ceremony noting for Combined Forces accomplishment in a combat Maj. Everett Rogers Sgt. 1st Class Michael Spc. Courtney Carter their contributions to the Command – Afghanistan zone, under the most Maj. Gerald Stadler Anderson Spc. Joseph McKeague Global War on Terrorism. said. extreme of circumstances, Maj. James Wilmeth Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Bruhn Spc. Francis Rich. The 25th Inf. Div. (L) During the past year, the greatly contributed to the Capt. Kazeem Adigun Sgt. 1st Class Teddy Woods Soldiers were honored at 25th Inf. Div. (L) Soldiers success of Operation Capt. Cory Kwarta. Sgt. Terrence Wideman Kabul Compound, just days helped pave the way for Enduring Freedom.” Capt. Fredrick Mahler Tough missions and support exemplify 225th sands of Soldiers and civilian miles with no loss of life. integral part of every opera- Spc. Angelica Ramos, a per- port from the community and By Capt. Ernest Lane contractors across AO They provided more than tion the 2nd BCT conducted sonnel actions clerk for 225th families left back at Hawaii. 225th FSB Warrior. 2.7 million gallons of fuel and to include four out-of-sector FSB. “This great celebration Almost 250 Soldiers from During the deployment water, 10 short tons of MREs, missions, Operation Pele's Lt. Col. Donnie Walker, and warm welcome is just as the 225th “Strike Lightning” they worked all facets of com- and processed more than Dragon to Mosul, Operation 225th commander said, “The much for our families as it is Forward Support Battalion bat logistics, with the 4th 34,351 requisitions valued at Dragon Victory to AN Najaf, 25th ID, Hawaii community, for us today because they, too, returned from over a year- Division Support Command $28 million. Operation Baton Rouge in and families can all be proud made countless sacrifices long deployment of combat of Task Force Ironhorse for The battalion mainte- Samarra and Operation of the superb work, sacrifice throughout our deployment,” operations in support of two months and then with nance personnel completed Angry Dragon in Mosul with and accomplishments these Walker said. Operation Iraqi Freedom II the 1st Division Support more than 4,000 direct sup- the Washington-based 1st Soldiers have made for our (Editor’s Note: Soldiers Jan. 25. Command of TF Danger for port jobs and 41 vehicle Brigade, 25th Inf. Div. (L). nation over the past year. from 1st Bn., 62nd Air As a member of the 2nd the majority of the deploy- recovery missions to main- The day 225th FSB finally “They have all truly made Defense Artillery, 25th BCT, Warriors, the 225th was ment. tain the BCTs combat power. landed in Hawaii, Soldiers a difference in moving the Military Police Company and responsible for all combat The unit was often called Not to be outdone, the seemed to proudly and eager- people of Iraq closer to a 65th Engineers also arrived service support and combat for major missions to support medics treated more than ly fill the buses that trans- future life of liberty and free- Jan. 25. About 20 Strike health support throughout a myriad of organizations to 5,200 patients, planned and ported them to the redeploy- dom and it has been an honor Lightning Soldiers still an area in Northern Iraq the include the Republic of Korea coordinated the delivery of 65 ment ceremony on Wheeler to command such a brave and remain in Iraq and are con- size of West Virginia. Army and the 2nd Inf. Div. pallets of humanitarian aid Army Air Field. courageous group of young ducting final preparations in Based in Kirkuk, at FOB Stryker Brigade. The battal- to six different Iraqi clinics “Words cannot describe men and women.” support of the 2nd Brigade Warrior, the 225th made its ion conducted more than 240 and conducted 130-plus air how wonderful it was to get Walker also noted that his Combat Team, also set to mark as a provider of combat combat logistics patrols and and evacuation missions. off the aircraft and step into Soldiers could not have suc- arrive here before the end of service support to the thou- drove more than 145,000 The 225th FSB was an paradise once again,” said ceeded without the great sup- February.) A-4 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS February 11, 2005

sor or check with your base Briefs Public Affairs Office. Please pass the soap Nomination forms are Pre-retirement available at your base Public Orientation Affairs Office and must be A semiannual pre-retire- endorsed by your command. ment orientation is scheduled Completed nomination forms March 2 from 8 – 11:30 a.m. at are due to U.S. Pacific the Schofield Barracks Post Command, Office of Conference Room (Building Community Relations before 584) on Trimble Road, across March 1. the street from the Sgt. Smith Contact Dennis Fujii, U.S. Theater. This orientation is Pacific Command, for Soldiers with 18 or more Community Relations, at 477- years of active service. 6282 for more information. Spouses of applicable military personnel are encouraged to An African American attend. Information concern- History Month ing the benefits and privileges Celebration of a military retirement will To be held Feb. 25 from 11:30 be provided. Representatives a.m. to 1 p.m. at the 9th of federal, state agencies and Regional Readiness military staff offices will be Command Assembly Hall in available to answer individual building 1554 on Fort questions. For more informa- Shafter Flats. It is an edu- tion, call the Schofield cational and festive event to Barracks Retirement Services acknowledge the numerous Office at 655-1514. accomplishments and contri- butions made by African The University of Americans. A guest speaker, Oklahoma offers a Master cultural displays, music, of Arts entertainment, dance Masters in Managerial demonstrations and food Economics and a Master of sampling are some of the Public Administration. Our activities to participate in. Non–thesis programs can be For more information, call completed in about 18 Cpl. Rich Mattingly Master Sgt. Zayas at 438- months. Our one week classes Lance Cpl. Tyler Corbaley, Lima Co. rifleman and Army Sgt. Ashley Schroeder-Petersen, a military 9310 or Sonja Rice at 438- are very TDY and TAD friend- policeman with 58th MP Co., 25th ID, pass bars of antibacterial soap to an Afghan medic during a 6834. ly. Contact OU at 449-6364 or humanitarian and medical assistance operation in the Korangal Valley this week. [email protected] for more Wheeler Middle School information or visit our Web Fundraiser site at www.goou.ou.edu. awarded to students for the the museum), Mon – Wed, be distributed in May. Send 4927 to register. For an aloha ceremony for last year of an undergraduate 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thu, 9:30 requests to Hui O Na Wahine, military families (slated in Free Sears Portraits program or for one year of a a.m. – 6 p.m., and Fri, 9:30 – 4 Attention: Welfare Committee Provost Marshall’s Office May). The school is selling At any Sears Portrait graduate program. p.m. Call 655-5144 for infor- P.O. Box 861305, Wahiawa, HI Hours Jamba Juice mugs (24 Studio in the United States, Application forms are being mation. 96786. Contact Robin Orner, The Schofield Barracks ounces) and it comes with a military families can easily sent to all Sections and will be Fort Shafter tax center, 624-6979, with any questions. Provost Marshal’s Office, coupon for a 24 oz. drink (no share their smiles free of forwarded to individuals on Aloha Center, building 330, For the Fort Shafter area Vehicle Registration Section, expiration). Cost is $7 per charge with family and request. Mon – Wed, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Hui O Wahine, the deadline building 6508 on Leilehua mug. friends anywhere in the As a further means of Call 438-2829. Tax preparers for requests is March 18, Golf Course Road, hours have Sales have already begun world, including overseas mil- encouraging interest in a certified by the Internal 2005. 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The Hickam AFB GSA Welfare Committee, c/o the challenges, benefits and available at most studios, rams/Scholarships/sc_news.ht Global Supply Store is open Marcella Heilig, Hale Ikena: Seeking Volunteer opportunities to become families can share their por- m. during this time. Contact Building 710, Fort Shafter, HI Nominations recruiters. Pay grades E-4 trait session with anyone who Mike Martin, 655-0280, for 96858 The Hawaii business com- through E-7 are highly has Internet access. In addi- Traffic through Lewis information. munity, Chamber of encouraged to attend. tion, military families will Street at Schofield Employment in Hawaii Commerce and Military Briefings will be held: receive a 20 percent discount Barracks Women's Soccer Team This workshop is the first Affairs Council, is sponsoring Fort Shafter at building on all in-studio and online Will be closed from Feb. 14 (WISA) Seeks Players step in helping you find the a series of annual events to T101 Conference Room on portrait orders, which can be to March 11 from 7 a.m. - 3:30 Any age (30+) or skill level job you want. Learn how to recognize U.S. service mem- Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. and 1:30 combined with any additional p.m. due to installation of welcome. Games are Sundays prepare for your job search bers here. p.m. advertised or in-store portrait electrical and telecom lines for at Waipio soccer complex, process. A special luncheon will be Schofield Barracks at Post offers. buildings 500 and 648. March - May. Register by Feb. Get employment informa- held to recognize active duty Conference Room on Feb. 15, 1 17. For information, call tion on federal, state, private military members for their p.m. and Feb. 16 at 9 a.m. Blood Pressure Screening USARHAW Prayer Kathy at 971-2503, or sector, and staffing agencies. volunteer work done in addi- Tripler Army Medical and Body Fat Analyzing Breakfast evening, 261-9951. See the reference materials, tion to their normal military Center in Kyser Auditorium Community Health The 2005 25th Infantry job listings, and computers duties. For example, giving on Feb. 17 at 9:30 a.m. and Nursing, Schofield Barracks Division (Light) and U.S. Financial Assistance From available for use at the ACS back to the community in 1:30 p.m. is planning a Blood Pressure Army, Hawaii National Schofield and Fort employment area. service to schools, youth For more information visit: screening and Body Fat analy- Prayer Breakfast is an oppor- Shafter Hui Workshops are on today, groups, sports leagues, www.usarec.army.mil/hq/recr sis Feb. 25 from 10 a.m. -1 tunity to enhance the spiritu- The Schofield Barracks Feb. 18, and 25, 9 – 10:30 a.m churches and social agencies. uiter or contact Master Sgt. p.m. hours at the Schofield al life of Soldiers and reaffirm Hui O' Na Wahine welfare at Schofield Barracks ACS, If you wish to be nominat- Mills at (502) 626-0465, DSN: Barracks Commissary. faith and dependence on God. grant committee will be building 2091. Call 655-2400 ed or know someone who fits 536-0465. For more informa- The breakfast will be held accepting requests for funds to register. the criteria, contact your com- tion contact Master Sgt. Scholarship Program Feb. 24, 6:30 a.m. at the from community organiza- mand’s senior enlisted advi- Jones, 438-1123. As the ASNE Scholarship Nehelani on Schofield tions. First Aid and CPR Offered Program enters its 2005-2006 Barracks. The event is open Include organization name, The Schofield Barracks "scholarship season", all mem- to all Soldiers, family mem- point of contact with phone American Red Cross Service bers are reminded that this is bers, and DOD civilians. number, the amount request- Center is teaching standard the time to identify young ed, project for which the funds first aid, adult CPR, and child men and women who are Free, Fast and Accurate will be used, and how the proj- and infant CPR class. The potential candidates for Tax Return Preparation ect benefits the community. class is Feb. 26, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ASNE Scholarships. Please Schofield Barracks tax cen- Requests must be post- Cost is $39 and includes the note that scholarships will be ter, building 361 (in back of marked by April 9. Funds will instruction book. Call 655- A-6 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS February 11, 2005 Team from 58th MP Co. trains Afghan police traveled to Kama, a village Story and photos by about 25 kilometers east of Staff Sgt. Bradley Rhen Jalalabad. It was a typical CTF Thunder Public Affairs assessment, with the team ask- JALALABAD, Afghanistan – ing the police chief questions As Afghanistan moves closer concerning personnel, training, and closer toward assuming uniforms, and ammunition and full responsibility for their own if he knows of any enemy in the security and law enforcement, area. Afghan police are assuming a Following the team’s visit to greater role in this war-torn a village, they will submit a country. report through their chain of Around Afghanistan, command. Equipment and uni- Coalition Soldiers are advising form shortages can possibly be and training Afghan police so purchased using Coalition that when the day comes that funds. they assume total control of Kegley said the job the their country’s security, the PTAT is performing is “impera- Afhan’s will be successful. tive.” In Jalalabad, a three-man “Without security, NGOs team from the 58th Military [Non-governmental organiza- Police Company out of tions] in particular, cannot help Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, reconstruct the nation, and has the daunting task of train- ANP plays a vital role in secu- ing more 3,382 police officers rity,” he said. from 31 districts spread Ferlicka, a native of Helena, throughout three provinces. Mont., agreed that the PTAT’s Known as the Police mission is important. Technical Advisory Team, the “We’re here to show them Staff Sgt. William Kegley (far right) and Spc. Joe Ferlicka, members of the Jalalabad Provincial Soldiers go out to the different our tools and the way we do Reconstruction Team's Police Technical Advisory Team, talk to a police chief during an assessment Feb. police stations in the area, on things so they can develop 9 in Kama, Afghanistan. average, six days a week. their own ways,” he said. “I’m Normally, they go to these sta- just here to give them those report writing, a great deal of ures of law enforcement.” tions to make assessments of how-to tools, show them what I interpersonal communication The Jalalabad team is sched- what the stations have and know, and give them whatever skills,” he said. “If you can’t uled to redeploy to Hawaii in what they need. training I can to help them.” read or write, chances are you the near future, but they hope “During the assessment, it is During their time here, the probably can’t talk to people to accomplish a lot before they my job to gather all the facts PTAT has also done its part to either. You certainly can’t write leave. Kegley said before leav- that are pertinent to the advance the role of women in a report and you can’t testify in ing, he wants to visit the (Afghan National Police) in the the ANP. There are three court if need be.” remainder of the districts in area, to include statistical, female police officers in Kegley said female police the area and conduct prelimi- biographical, and demographi- Nangahar Province, and when officers are currently only used nary assessments, begin hold- cal data, to assess structures Kegley found out none of them to search women. In the very ing a monthly leadership semi- they have and their conditions, were literate he wanted to near future, however, these nar for police chiefs, and start and identify training needs,” change that. females will be bona fide police a field training officer program said Staff Sgt. William Kegley, Despite some reluctance officers, not just search tools. to train all the districts’ educa- the Jalalabad PTAT leader. from the ANP, they eventually “The Afghan National Police tion officers. A native of Pinellas Park, decided to let the PTAT help, are undergoing changes every- Fla., Kegley and his team has and Kegley arranged for an day, and they’re slowly but Staff Sgt. William Kegley, a instructor from a local school to surely becoming an organized been here for just over three member of the Jalalabad months now. In that time he teach the women how to read police force, and being organ- and his team have completed and write. ized means having women Provincial Reconstruction preliminary assessments in 23 Kegley said he wanted to do police officers,” he said Team's Police Technical of the 31 districts they are this because literacy is a neces- “Whether it be traffic police, Advisory Team, examines a responsible for. sity for law enforcement at criminal investigation or rape mortar round that was found On Feb. 9, Kegley and fellow every level. and sexual assault counselors, during a police assessment team member Spc. Joe Ferlicka “It entails a great deal of they will perform in all meas- Feb. 9 in Kama, Afghanistan. New baby in the house? Don’t forget to enroll in TRICARE

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Commentary 1st Sgt. Robert Jennings Co. A, 1-21st Inf.

With the elections over, we prepared for our replacements to arrive in Kirkuk. They have been in Iraq for over a month, but were needed in the Bacuba area for the elections. The feeling from the cit- izens of the city on election day has spilled over into the week. We continue to patrol the city in order to keep the enemy activity to a minimum. Things seem to have quieted down this week; we are just hoping this is the new trend and not just a pause to regroup. Andy Billos As we patrol we are con- DOLs transportation division coordinated the storage tinually greeted with Sgt. 1st Class Richard Woodruff Soldiers from the Montana National Guard E troop attached to the Idaho based 2- and return of nearly 6,000 Soldiers’ belongings. smiles and handshakes throughout the area. 116th Armor arrive in Iraq and start downloading their gear. There are still those who give us the dirty look, but mined it was some type of the area because they had Transportation Division we expect it. You just can’t no-fragment explosive already called the Iraqi please everyone. device, similar to C-4. It bomb unit to disarm the Feb. 1, 8:30 p.m. – B was placed under the back 130mm artillery round has multi-faceted mission Company’s patrol base is of the vehicle and caused with a radio detonator. can expect to have their receiving fire from AK-47s some pretty extensive This goes to show that By Joy Boisselle belongings within 72 hours in the Kirkuk riverbed. damage to the car and win- just because we have com- Staff Writer Shibao added. Soldiers on the roof at dows of the house. pleted a very successful The transportation divi- All other Soldiers receive their complex returned fire The resident works for election process and have sion deployed nearly 15,000 group appointments. It is immediately and they dis- the State Department and our replacements on the 1st Sgt. Robert Jennings Soldiers and more than 5,500 critical that non-barracks patched a patrol to pursue his brother works on the ground, our job is not over Two pounds of explosives pieces of equipment since Soldiers provide a delivery the enemy. airfield. This is a classic and the danger is still out damaged the car and blew After mounted and dis- 2003. Shipping the division address stressed Shibao. case of targeting someone there looming around out 22 windows in a house. out and bringing it home “We are trying hard to get mounted patrols were dis- working for Coalition every corner. again are only part of the a fast turnaround and so far patched the enemy broke Forces. We think it’s more Feb. 4, 9:30 a.m. – Sgt. Soldiers and orientating E story. the delivery process has been contact and disappeared of a scare tactic than any- 1st Class Austin Brown Troop, 2-116th Armor from “Our mission is simple; we very successful,” Shibao said. into the complex road net- thing else because of the and 3rd Platoon arrive at Montana, to their new area want to provide the best As to the storage quality work. device used and where it the patrol base with the of operation. For Company transportation support in and service provided, she Feb. 2, 9 p.m. – We was placed. first of three platoons that A Soldiers, it’s a light at the world, and based on my added, “I would call most received a call from one of Feb. 3, 11:31 a.m. – will replace us. Uncertain the end of the tunnel after 20 years of experience, there damages to be normal wear our police chiefs about an While we were orientating looks from one set of a long year of ups and is not an installation that and tear type loss. I don’t explosion in his sector. the new unit, we came Soldiers, smiles on the downs. can do it better than we do,” think we will see any huge The commander and I upon some police officers faces of others as they Most of the Soldiers said James Jefferson, trans- losses because nothing left deployed the ready squad that had blocked the road began to unload their from Company A won’t be portation division chief. the island.” to the location. because of a roadside equipment. home for Valentine’s Day Three sections in the For a successful delivery After we and the police explosive. After checking Over the next three days but should be home soon. transportation division make of stored goods, Shibao investigated, we deter- the situation, we bypassed we will be rotating God Bless and Aloha. that mission statement a emphasized the following – reality. be there on the scheduled The non-tactical unit delivery date and expect to movement section formu- be on-site from 8 a.m. to 5 lates the movement plans p.m. Check the inventory and standards for deploying carefully, line by line, and personnel and equipment. finally, annotate any loss or The transportation motor damage on the forms provid- pool provides transport and ed. vehicle support across the As with any household installation. Lastly is the good shipment, claims personal property section, against the carrier must be which is the section responsi- filed within 70 days, and the ble for the movement of Soldier has up to two years belongings during duty to file with the claims office. assignment changes. Jefferson said challenges During deployments and for the transportation divi- redeployments, this section sion continue. takes on another role in sup- Among the challenges are port of the Soldier. the continued Soldier rede- Almost 6,000 single, dual ployments through July, the military and other Soldiers resetting and refitting of the stored their household goods division’s equipment, and the with the transportation divi- division’s Transformation sion’s assistance. As the plans, including the addition redeployments begin, the of the Stryker. first thing a Soldier wants – Shibao noted that the after reunions with loved expected heavy summer ones, a hot shower and frosty rotations of Soldiers and beverage – is his personal families from the island belongings. would also be challenging. According to Mary Shibao, Typically, 1,300 to 1,600 transportation representa- moves take place, but this tive, there are two ways to year nearly 2,500 are expect- arrange for delivery of ed, she explained. household goods. Her advice to service “Soldiers in the barracks members is to plan. need to coordinate with their “No matter what, we will unit point of contact. Once get the mission done. This is we receive information from a quality of life issue and the unit POC, we develop the our priority is always the application for delivery,” she Soldier and the families,” said. Soldiers in the barracks she stated. A-8 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS February 11, 2005

Staff Sgt. Bradley Rhen Haji Din Muhammad, governor of Nangahar Province (left), and Sayid Fazal Akber, governor of Kunar Province, have a conversation during the governors conference Feb. 1 in Jalalabad, Afghanistan. Afghan governors focus on economic development Maj. Gen. Eric T. Olson, ing a better Afghanistan,” he your region is very great, said. cause of freedom in the Staff Sgt. Bradley Rhen commander of CJTF 76, said said. and we are confident that Mundell added that the region. CTF Thunder Public Affairs each of the provinces repre- Olson said the coalition, together as a team, we can coalition will stand shoul- Similar conferences in JALALABAD, sented at the conference along with Afghan security achieve prosperity and der-to-shoulder with the the region are tentatively Afghanistan – The governors faces many challenges, and forces, are committed to advance the cause of free- governors as they assume planned throughout the rest of three Afghan provinces most of them are similar to ensuring a stable and secure dom within this region,” he the lead in advancing the of the year. and the deputy governor of challenges being experi- environment that supports another province met here enced throughout the coun- economic development and for a conference Feb. 1 - 2 to try. reconstruction. discuss economic develop- “By coming together, the Sayid Fazal Akber, gover- ment in the eastern region of provinces in the east can nor of Kunar Province, said Afghanistan. take advantage of the oppor- the four provinces have sim- The governors of tunities and face the chal- ilar problems and difficul- Nangahar, Kunar and lenges together,” he said. “It ties and should work togeth- Laghman and the deputy strikes me that because of er to solve them. governor of Nuristan attend- the similarities of the chal- “The main purpose of this ed the conference, the first of lenges and the opportuni- conference was to encourage its kind in the region. ties, this notion that the gov- the private sectors and to Similar conferences have ernors have of having a increase the cooperation been held in Kandahar and region approach is exactly between the four provinces Ghazni in the past. right.” and to provide a good life Also in attendance was Olson, the U.S.’s top oper- and prosperity for the peo- the commander of Combined ational ground forces com- ple of these four provinces,” Joint Task Force 76, the mander in Afghanistan, said he said. deputy commander of the region’s proximity to Akber said the governors Combined Task Force Pakistan and the traditional have worked together before Thunder and the command- trade routes between to increase security in the ers of the Jalalabad and Afghanistan and Pakistan region and he hopes they Asadabad Provincial provide tremendous poten- continue to work together to Reconstruction Teams. tial for trade. make all aspects of life bet- The purpose of the confer- Olson added the Afghan ter in the region. ence was to help create an people, themselves, will play Lt. Col. Bobby Mundell, Afghan-led process of a major role in the future of deputy commander of encouraging and enabling the country. Combined Task Force growth of the private sector “One of the true sources of Thunder, said the conditions in the region in order to help economic potential is the are set for the advancement create jobs, increase the population, who are honest, of economic prosperity in average household wealth skilled, hard-working, dili- the region. and create a tax base. gent and dedicated to mak- “(The coalition’s) hope for February 11, 2005 NEWS Hawaii Army Weekly A-9

Sgt. Sean Kimmons Col. Lloyd Miles, commander of 2nd BCT, shakes hands with Kirkuk Provincial Council members during the luncheon Feb. 3 inside Kirkuk's government building. 2BCT bids farewell to Iraqi leaders democracy, KPC members many have did so at great per- “We have a word in ohana,” Miles said. turned over to new members By Sgt. Sean Kimmons facilitated millions of dollars sonal risk for you and your Hawaiian that is ‘ohana,’ When the ballots from last who will go forth in promoting 25th ID (L) Public Affairs in reconstruction projects families,” Miles said. which means family. And for week’s Iraqi election are offi- democratic ideals and rebuild- KIRKUK, Iraq – Second throughout the province. They As 2nd BCT Soldiers rede- the last year this has been our cially counted, the KPC will be ing the region. Brigade Combat Team leaders have also accomplished peace ploy back to Hawaii, the KPC bid farewell to members of in a region that was feared to luncheon was a way for those Kirkuk’s first provincial coun- play host to a civil war who have worked closely with cil inside the Kirkuk govern- because of its ethnicities, the KPC to say a final goodbye ment building Feb. 3. which include Arabs, Kurds, to their Iraqi counterparts. “The reason we are gath- Turks and Assyrians. Throughout the past year, ered here today really is to “From the time we arrived Maj. Sam Schubert, Team honor all of you as the first there was always talk about a Government officer-in-charge provincial council in Kirkuk,” civil war breaking out in Iraq for 2nd BCT, worked with the Col. Lloyd Miles, commander and starting here in Kirkuk,” KPC on a routine basis. of 2nd BCT, said to the Kirkuk Miles said. “But over the last “It’s been a great experi- Provincial Council members year, the cynics have always ence,” Schubert said. “I came at the farewell luncheon. been wrong.” here for a year in combat and For being the first Iraqis to Miles believed it was the I was able to help in that mis- bring democracy into this KPC members who proved sion but also with the mission Iraqi region, Miles thought them wrong. of creating the new country of the KPC members reminded “Whenever there was an Iraq.” him of America’s “founding issue within the province, all Schubert also said he’ll fathers.” of you managed over the year miss the interaction with the “In my own country, even to negotiate and resolve these different ethnic groups in the little school kids can refer issues,” he said. KPC. back to what we call our It wasn’t an easy or safe “I’ll miss working with all “founding fathers” – the mem- task for the KPC members to the ethnicities [and] trying to bers of our very first constitu- establish peace and democra- balance the different interests tional convention. cy in a region once ruled by a of all the people in Kirkuk,” “I think in the same way dictator. Some KPC members Schubert said. when the history of this great were martyred by insurgents Miles said he was grateful nation is written, all of you who wanted to derail Iraq’s for the friendships that KPC will be looked upon and developments. members extended toward remembered because you “All of you have showed the him and his Soldiers. were the very first,” Miles courage, determination and “For the past year, Kirkuk’s said. the vision for a better Kirkuk many ethnicities have been Besides establishing and a better Iraq. And I know our family. A-10 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS February 11, 2005 Budget emphasizes present, future warfighting capabilities

By Donna Miles American forces Press Service New Defense Budget • Accelerates the restructuring of the Marine Corps to add more for current and future operations, rather than Cold War-era WASHINGTON – The president's $419.3 billion combat and support units. ones, the official said. defense budget request for fiscal 2006 reflects • Provides $2.1 billion in addition funding, for a total of $9.9 bil- The fiscal 2006 budget proposal reflects ongoing efforts to devel- Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld's four basic lion, to increase the chemical and biological detection and pro- op and field new military capabilities, with an emphasis on joint priorities: defeating global terrorism, restructuring tections for U.S. forces. capabilities, to counter future threats, the official said. In support of the armed forces and global defense structure, • Funds homeland security activities, including Operation this priority, the budget: developing and fielding advanced warfighting capa- Noble Eagle, routine combat air patrols and emergency pre- • Continues funding to develop, test and field missile defense bilities, and taking care of U.S. forces. paredness and response activities. technologies to defeat ballistic missiles and adds five ground- A senior defense official unveiled details of the • Increases funding for special operations forces, to $4.1 billion, based interceptors. proposed budget, which reflects a 4.8 percent to add 1,200 new special operations troops and four SEAL pla- • Supports Army modernization through the Future Combat increase over the 2005 budget and a 41 percent toons, as well as other initiatives. Systems Program and the Army Aviation Modernization Plan. increase in DoD's budget since 2001. • Provides additional funding to improve intelligence capabili- • Promotes Navy shipbuilding to continue the shift to a new The new budget continues to support the global ties and intelligence-gathering systems, including the space- generation of ships and funds four new ships. war on terror and to provide those "in uniform with based radar and secure communications platforms. • Funds advanced aircraft to increase U.S. capabilities and the tools they need to fight this global war on terror," • Seeks legislative authorities that support the Commander's replace aging systems. This includes funding for the F/A-22 the official told Pentagon reporters. Emergency Response Program and other programs in direct Raptor, Navy F/A- 18E/F Super Hornet, Joint Strike Fighter, "But it is also important that we are transform- support of the war on terrorism. C-17 transport aircraft and tanker replacement. ing the way we fight wars, and that includes new • Continues funding to develop and to field intelligence and organizational strategies and realigning our forces The proposed budget also reflects continuing efforts to restruc- intelligence-gathering capabilities. and bases," the official said. "And in the area of ture U.S. forces, global and stateside basing, and DoD management • Promotes development and procurement of unmanned sys- building joint capabilities for future threats, we are and support activities. At the same time, it supports initiatives to tems, including Joint Unmanned Combat Air Systems and applying the lessons from today's operations to better manage current demands on the force. In support of this pri- Global Hawk and Predator unmanned aerial vehicles. strengthen our knowledge and joint capabilities for ority, the budget: the future." • Provides continued funding to restructure Army ground forces The budget also maintains President Bush's commitment of sup- And although it was the last point listed on the and to add combat and support units to the Marine Corps to porting U.S. military forces and their families, which the senior briefing slide, the official said the effort to "take care increase its warfighting power and reduce stress on its high- defense official called "our nation's most important defense asset." of our forces" is actually the most important of all in demand forces. The proposed budget: the proposed budget. "People are our most impor- • Increases the Navy's combat power by supporting the Fleet tant asset, and we continue to provide significant Response Plan, replacing aging ships and transitioning to a • Funds a 3.1 percent hike in military base pay and a 2.3 per- benefits and pay for our people," she said. new generation of more capable ships. cent increase in civilian pay. Funding to support the global war on terror is a • Supports the continued restructuring of 10 air and space expe- • Increases funding for the Defense Health program. key part of the budget proposal, and the official said ditionary forces that enable the Air Force to better support U.S. • Provides a 4 percent increase in the basic allowance for hous- the centerpiece of that is a $48 billion commitment combatant commanders worldwide. ing and eliminates more inadequate family housing units. to restructure the Army's ground forces into brigade • Helps manage demand on the force by rebalancing high- and • Expands healthcare coverage under TriCare for National combat teams to create a more modular force. A mil- low-demand capabilities within the active and reserve compo- Guard and Reserve members before and after mobilization. itary official told reporters this ongoing effort will nents and returning military personnel in civilian-like jobs to • Provides up to 36 months of educational benefits for reserve increase the Army's combat capability by about 30 combat and core defense functions. component members who have been mobilized. percent and already is showing a clear payoff in • Restructures the U.S. global defense posture and streamlines • Increases maintenance funds for facilities used by DoD mili- relieving the force during current operations in Iraq. DoD bases and facilities "to help us be where we need to be" tary and civilian employees. DoD seeks people with language skills, regional expertise Channel. But when the terrorist war on terror … made us realize "I think you can see, just •Pays stipends to college stu- •Will survey members of the By Donna Miles attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, thrust that we need these capabilities, from that set of activities, how dents involved in regional stud- current force, both military and American Forces Press Service the United States into the war and we need people to have important it is to have the abili- ies and language studies who civilian, to determine who has WASHINGTON – If you on terror, the department sim- these skills," she said. ty to communicate in the lan- agree to seek jobs within the language skills that could prove speak a foreign language or ply didn't have enough linguists Language and cultural skills guage of the country that you're U.S. national security establish- useful in current or future oper- have the desire and aptitude to fluent in Arabic or in Dari and help service members interact in," McGinn said. ment, through the National ations. learn one, Uncle Sam wants Pashtu, the languages of with the local people, McGinn To help boost language skills Security Education Program. • Issued a white paper you. Afghanistan, she said. Similarly, said. Civil affairs specialists and within the military, McGinn •Established the National encouraging the United States The Defense Department is she said, DoD has come up short interpreters deployed through- said, DoD has launched or plans Flagship Language Initiative, in to promote the emphasis placed on the lookout for people with on linguists for other areas of out Iraq are demonstrating the to introduce several new initia- which colleges and universities on language skills nationwide. language skills to support not the world that have attracted value of those skills daily as tives: offer advanced language train- • Promoted the development only current operations, but increased U.S. interest during they interact with local citizens •Increased the Defense ing in Arabic, Korean, Chinese of technology with language and future ones as well, according to the war on terror. and their leaders. Language Institute's budget by and Russian to students who translation software. Gail McGinn, deputy undersec- McGinn said the revelation But if more service members more than $50 million to go agree to work for the national • Is considering establishing retary of defense for plans. has been described as a had language skills, the opera- toward curriculum development security establishment. a database in which American And just as important as lan- "Sputnik moment." When the tional payoff could be tremen- and improved foreign language •Initiated a pilot program citizens can register their lan- guage skills, she said, is an Soviets launched Sputnik, the dous, she pointed out. For exam- testing, to develop more "crash within the Army encouraging guage skills or sign up for a understanding of other coun- first satellite, in 1957, the ple, when coalition troops were courses" for developing troops, Iraqi Americans to join the civilian linguist reserve corps tries' geographies, cultures and United States quickly began headed north toward Baghdad and to begin training students Individual Ready Reserve, pro- that could contribute to national people. promoting math, science and at the beginning of Operation to higher levels of proficiency. viding a pool of Arabic linguists, language requirements as need- The military has the greatest language in its schools so it Iraqi Freedom, what if the local •Received legislative author- ready when needed. Of more ed. language and cultural expertise could play catch-up. people had information they ity to increase foreign language than 200 people recruited (Editor’s Note: Read the full in four primary languages: Similarly, after 9/11, the wanted to share? And what if proficiency pay for military lin- through the program, 44 have article at: German, French, Spanish and United States recognized its the U.S. troops wanted to warn guists from the current high of deployed to Iraq and www.defenselink.mil/news/Feb Russian, McGinn said during an language deficiencies for certain them about something, or to dif- $300 a month to a top rate of Afghanistan and another 19 are 2005/n02032005_2005020305. interview with the Pentagon parts of the world. "The global fuse a situation? $1,000. awaiting deployment. html.)

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Army One Source Individual & Family Help Lines Marriage and Family Therapy Center Community Resources 1-800-464-81 07 (24 hours) Army Community Service 433-8550 TAMC Central Appointment Military Operator (ACS) and AER Schofield Barracks Division Mental Health 433-2778 449-7110 655-2400 433-8600/8601 Legal Assistance 624-HELP Community Mental Health 655-8607/8608 Emergency Telephone Numbers: 1-800-779-2543 433-8575 Housing Office Fire, Ambulance, Military Police & Army Community Service Adolescent and Child Psychiatry (Fort Shafter) Honolulu Police Department Fort Shafter 433-6418 275-3800 911 (24 hours) 438-9285 Family Life Chaplain (Schofield Barracks) Crisis Hotline Social Work Department, (Schofield Barracks) 275-3700 832-3100 (24 hours) Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) 655-9460 Soldier Action Branch American Red Cross 433-6606 Family Life Chaplain 655-4633/9272 655-4927 (duty hours) Family Advocacy Program (AMR) Soldier Action Branch Armed Forces Emergency Service (Treatment & Intervention) 836-4599 6S5-4034/8639 (after hours) Center 433-6606/8579 After-hours Duty Chaplain Community Action Line 1-877-272-7337 (after hours) Family Advocacy Program 655-8763 655-4483 Joint Military Family Abuse Shelter (Prevention & Community Education) Army Substance Abuse Program Child Development Center 533-7125 (24 hours) (ACS) (ASAP) 655-7106/5293 Civilian Abuse Shelters 655-2327/2344 433-8700 Resource and Referral Center 841-0822 (24 hours) Victim Advocacy Program Adolescent Substance Abuse (Schofield Barracks) 655-2321 Counseling 655-5314 655-9944 February 11, 2005 NEWS Hawaii Army Weekly A-11 IMA awards contract Soldiers participate in historical ceremony By 2nd Lt. Christopher Tison for Business Process 2nd Brigade Fifteen Soldiers from across the 25th Infantry Division Redesign Program (Light) and U.S. Army Hawaii, traveled to the Philippines to participate in a historic ceremo- Installation Management Agency News Release ny Jan. 30. The formalities commemorat- WASHINGTON – The U. S. Army Installation ed the 60th anniversary of the Management Agency, or IMA announced Feb. 5 the raid on a POW camp near award to IBM Global Services as the first task in Cabanatuan conducted by the a program to redesign the way services are deliv- 6th Ranger Battalion. ered on Army installations. This camp held more than The proposed business process changes will take 500 American and Allied Forces several years to fully implement. prisoners, all survivors of the The U.S. Army Installation Management Agency infamous Bataan Death March. was created as a key component of Army Intelligence reports indicated Transformation to bring all installation support that the Japanese were plan- services under a single organization. ning to kill all of the prisoners This would ensure the well-being of Soldiers, held at Cabanatuan, an atrocity civilians and families who live and work on Army they had already committed at installations through delivery of services consis- another camp. tently, equitably and efficiently. The raid was an enormous IMA has been implementing programs like the tactical success. Installation Design Guide, Common Levels of The 121 participants from Photo courtesy U.S. Army Japan Support and Standard Garrison Organization. the 6th Ranger Battalion were The combined-joint color guard of Soldiers from the 25th ID and Philippine Scout These programs were designed to improve the supported by Philippine guerril- state of installations while it works towards the las and two teams of the 6th Rangers advance the colors into the Cabanatuan POW Camp Memorial during a cere- revolutionary changes that Business Process Army’s reconnaissance unit, The mony there on Jan. 30. The Schofield Soldiers are from left to right: Sgt. Hiram Redesign will allow them to achieve. Alamo Scouts. Sanders, 2nd Brigade; Capt. Mark Allen, 65th Eng. Bn.; Sgt. 1st Class Reginald Tiller, “The IMA BPR Program is focused on doing what Undetected, they were able to 3rd Brigade; Capt. Brennan Cook, 65th Eng. Bn.; 1st L. Kite Faulkner, 3rd Brigade; and the Installation Management Agency was formed to infiltrate 30-miles behind the Color Sergeant, 1st Sgt. Danny Muth, 84th Eng. Bn. do — transform the way that we deliver services so enemy lines and destroy the that we can achieve predictability and consistency 500-plus soldier Japanese garri- fying the combined effort and poem written by a former pris- in quality while being flexible enough to meet the son in a night raid which liber- the alliance between the oner, 1st Lt. Henry Lee of the new priorities and requirements of a transforming ated the 516 POWs. Three nations. 31st Infantry. Army,” said Maj. Gen. Ronald L. Johnson, the IMA Rangers were killed during the To help honor the success and Lee survived the hard fight- director. raid. lineage of the 6th Ranger ing on Bataan, the surrender This task order, which is focused on data collec- In 1982, a memorial was Battalion, all of the Soldiers and death march, and three tion, is designed to allow the Installation erected at the site of the camp in from Hawaii who participated in years of captivity only Management Agency to provide the best possible honor the men who died there the ceremony were already to be killed while being support to their customers. and the Rangers who freed Ranger-qualified. transferred into slave labor in The Installation Management Agency is a field them. The group served as part of a Japan just before the raid. operating agency of the Assistant Chief of Staff for A marble wall contains the combined-joint color guard and His book of poems was found Installation Management. It is an organization names of the 2,656 troops who firing party, complemented by in the camp after it was consisting of seven subordinate region headquar- died at Cabanatuan. A second Philippine Scout Rangers. liberated. ters; 181 installations in the United States, Europe, monument bares the names of During the ceremony, speech- Korea and the Pacific; 80,000 employees; and an $8 all West Point graduates who es were given by three political Photo courtesy U.S. Army Japan billion budget. died in the defense of the leaders from the Philippines, Maj. Gen. Karl W. The IMAs mission is to provide equitable, effi- Philippines in 1941 and 42. and the U.S. Ambassador, Eikenberry, USPACOM J-5, cient and effective management of Army installa- There is also a monument Francis Ricciardone. lays a wreath at the West tions worldwide to: honoring all of the American Hampton Sides, the author of Point Memorial during the - Support readiness and execution; and Philippine Soldiers who “Ghost Soldiers,” the bestselling - Enable the well-being of Soldiers, civilians and conducted the raid. book which chronicled the ceremony commemorating family members; At the center of the memori- Ranger mission and the experi- the 60th anniversary of the - Improve the infrastructure, and; al stands the American and ences of many of the prisoners raid liberating the - Preserve the environment. Philippine national colors, signi- held at Cabanatuan, read a Cabanatuan POW Camp. A-12 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS February 11, 2005

725th MSB From A-1

referring to husband Sgt. Pete Hanson. Hanson’s mother Debbie Lowry and her brother flew from Alabama to see him as well. Lowry cried tears of joy at her son’s redeployment. “I don’t have the words,” Lowry said with tears in her eyes. “I just thank God that he answered my prayers to bring him home safely. I’m ecstatic.” Tehseen Anwar held her 2-year- old son, Sufyan, while waiting for her husband, Spc. Alikhan Sahibzada. “I’m feeling so great,” Anwar said in seeming anticipation. “ I’m so very happy; so excited.” Anwar and Sahibzada are orig- inally from Pakistan, Afghanistan’s neighboring coun- try, and met at college in New York. Sahibzada got his citizen- ship while in the Army. “I’m proud he’s serving in the United States,” she said. “He’s a good Soldier. “I think about that [being from Pakistan] sometimes,” she said, “but we’re U.S. citizens now, and he’s serving our country.” Lt. Col. Derek S. Smith, 725th MSB commander, said he is proud of his Soldiers and their accom- Spc. Daniel P. Kelly plishments in Afghanistan as well Soldiers of the 725th Main Support Battalion stand in formation in front of family and friends at the Black Jack hangar on Wheeler as other 725th Main Support Bn. Army Air Field Feb. 2 during their redeployment ceremony. This redeployment marks the first group of Soldiers to return from the Soldiers who served in Iraq. 25th Infantry Division (Light) since the Operation Enduring Freedom deployments began for Hawaii-based Soldiers in 2004. “We [still] have Soldiers dis- persed though Afghanistan,” we’re getting supplies out to the of Afghanistan with equipment, ence [in Afghanistan],” Smith in his Army career, and said Smith said. “We’ve sent Soldiers War Fighter (Soldiers in combat).” supplies and able-bodied Soldiers. said. “I feel wonderful. It was a Afghanistan will be a memorable all throughout the CJOA Smith added the 725th MSB Smith said they supported around very long 12 months … it was a one. (Combined Joint Operation Area). contributed greatly to supplying 19,000 coalition troops. very good 12 months.” “This [deployment] is one of the “Our mission was making sure the Regional Command East area “It was a very humbling experi- Smith has deployed five times best.”

School of Law, Catholic cers talked to her about a In 1986, Pietsch began her the stories of some “firsts,” Jag Pioneer From A-1 University of America in career in the Army. career as a government civil- the exhibit also recognizes Pay hike From A-1 Washington, D.C. That’s “Until they came to speak ian employee. In her current those women who continue to “It made my spine sort of where she met her husband with me, I had not consid- position, she serves as the make great contributions. uing good health care for serv- tingle to read about the James, an Army officer also ered a career in the military. senior civilian attorney for “By telling their stories, it ice members and their fami- accomplishments of the working on his degree. “I credit my decision to the U.S. Army, Pacific. encourages others to know lies. women included in the dis- “In the first semester of join to my husband and my Among other responsibili- that they can make it,” Guard and Reserve mem- play.” our second year, Army offi- father-in-law,” Pietsch said. ties, Pietsch oversees all Pietsch said. bers will receive additional This soft spoken profes- “They were my mentors. legal aspects of the com- “There is a place for every- benefits as well, including sional was quick to deflect They told me to give it a try mand’s Theatre Engagement one. You just need to seek it expanded Tricare eligibility credit for her achievements and I’m so glad they did.” Program in the Pacific out and pursue it.” that provides health coverage onto those she holds most After completing six years Region. The military and society up to 90 days before activation dear - her mother and father; Never in my of active duty service, Never one to stop chal- have changed much since she and 180 days after mobiliza- her husband and his family; Pietsch turned her attention lenging herself, Pietsch said first entered service, and the tion for most members. "This is and the JAG Corps itself. “ to supporting the community there are certain goals she exhibit highlights that a significant new benefit," the She explained how each in Hawaii. has and will continue to pur- change. defense official said. played a role in helping her wildest dreams She began her civilian sue. “I’ve always wanted to “Youth today don’t have The budget also includes grow and develop into the career as a deputy attorney live a good life; treat people differences in their mindset,” the GI Bill for Reservists, leader she is today. general for the State of like I want to be treated; she said. passed by Congress last year, “I guess I get my pioneer- did I think when I Hawaii. In this position, she and make a contribution,” “By that, I mean they to provide educational benefits ing spirit from my mother advised the state on legal she said. “I’ve always tried don’t see males and females for Guard and Reserve mem- and father,” she said. “My issues. Pietsch is also a state to meet these goals and I’d and their roles the same way bers who have been mobilized. father immigrated from started my career certified arbitrator for like to think I have at least as when I was growing up.” These troops would qualify for China and eventually settled Hawaii and recently, Gov. made some small contribu- Pietsch sums it up simply, up to 36 months of payments, in Iowa where he opened a Linda Lingle appointed tion.” “We all know there are dif- from $400 to $800 a month, Chinese restaurant. That’s that I would be a Pietsch as the chair of the The “Women Pioneers in ferences but roles are not so depending on the length of where he met my mother, Hawaii Civil Rights the JAG Corps” exhibit pro- sharply defined as they have active service in support of a and that’s where I was born.” Commission. vides a tremendous opportu- been before. contingency operation. She said her parents were part of history in She joined the U.S. Army nity to share the stories of “The military is a welcom- Provisions for quality facili- always challenging her to Reserves in 1980 and has some of the women who ing institution to everybody, ties also are also included in excel and instilled in her a held a number of legal posi- helped break down barriers no matter who you are, the budget package. The pro- sense of pride and determi- that sense.” tions, including Staff Judge in the military. where you come from, or posed budget funds 92 percent nation. Advocate for the 9th Regional In addition to highlighting what you look like.” of maintenance requirements. “My father always said, Readiness Command on Fort ‘You’ve got to be better than Shafter. me.’ But of course, I could - Brig. Gen. Coral Pietsch Currently, she serves as never do that. My father left Chief Judge (Individual the country of his birth in Mobilization Augmentee) and search of a better life. cers came to visit him to see commander, Judicial/Defense “That’s something I’ll how he was doing. Services Unit. never have to do. He had “They noticed on his In addition, she serves as such courage, especially in paperwork that he had got- the principal assistant to the that era. Both my parents ten married and he just hap- Commander, U.S. Army are my inspiration.” pened to mention that his Legal Services Agency who is This same spirit and wife was also studying law.” the full-time active duty determination led her to Pietsch said her career Chief Judge, U.S. Army study law at the Columbus began when the same offi- Court of Criminal Appeals. February 11, 2005 NEWS Hawaii Army Weekly A-13 Jalalabad PRT assesses village, delivers aid

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Bradley Rhen CTF Thunder Public Affairs SHERZAD, Afghanistan – Sometimes it only takes a few minutes to make a dif- ference. Members of the Jalalabad Provincial Reconstruction Team visit- ed this village in southern Nangahar Province Feb. 6 to assess the village’s needs and deliver humanitarian aid. After driving for more than two hours, the team spent only about 30 minutes in the village. But that time was well spent. While here, the team met with the new police chief, got some information from him so they could assess the village and deliv- ered humanitarian aid in the form of two tool kits and a batch of medical supplies. Despite the brief stay, Staff Sgt. Charles Reedy, a civil affairs specialist with the Jalalabad PRT, said even short visits have bene- fits because they let the Afghan people see the team’s faces. Sgt. Robert Snowder, also a civil affairs specialist with the PRT, agreed that 45 minutes is plenty of time to conduct a successful mis- sion. “I think just the fact that we go up there makes a good impression,” he said. “You go to places in the mid- dle of the winter that a lot of times people don’t go to, and just the fact you stop in makes a good impression.” Staff Sgt. Charles Reedy, a civil affairs specialist with the Jalalabad Provincial Reconstruction Team, gives a medical kit to a police officer Going into the mission, Feb. 6 in Sherzad, Afghanistan. there were reports that the area was still “hot.” Another “We’re here to help the in the past, “to see how important, but to me per- get to see the end result.” turned the dirt roads unit was attacked nearby people,” Reedy said. “If we things are going, find out if sonally, I’m out there seeing Reedy said the village is leading to the village into about a month ago and get out there and show our there’s any problems, and the people getting the sup- one of the furthest out the sloppy mud pits in many those responsible were still face, it brings more people see if there’s anything we port,” he said. “Somebody PRT visits. places. With more ominous believed to be in the area. to realize, ‘Hey, these guys can do to help,” he said. who is responsible for coor- “It’s way out there,” he storm clouds looming on the However, Reedy, a native are here to help us.’” Snowder said it makes dinating and putting the aid said. “What we’re trying to horizon, the members of of Havre De Grace, Md., Snowder, a native of him feel good to know he’s in the vehicles, that’s just as do is get more (non-govern- the PRT were back in said they don’t let those Beltsville, Md., said the going to these villages to important, but they don’t mental organizations) out their vehicles and on the types of reports dissuade mission was also designed help make life better for the get the gratification. All there so we can extend the road home shortly after them from going into the to follow up on things they villagers. they see is the rear end of a reach of the government.” showing their faces in the area. talked to the villagers about “Everybody’s job is truck. I’m kind of lucky to Several days of rain had village. Coalition Forces deliver aid, assess villages and donated scarves, coats, Capt. Juanita Chang hats and gloves to the district CTF Thunder Public Affairs police along with a toolbox. GHAZNI PROVINCE, The toolbox contained picks Afghanistan – While conduct- and shovels that will assist ing assessments of village them in cleaning their karez, needs, Coalition Forces serving or water irrigation system. here delivered critical human- Lahur welcomed the gear itarian supplies Feb. 2 to vil- enthusiastically and told PRT lages suffering from heavy members there have been no snowfall. problems with security and The members of the Ghazni that there have been no Provincial Reconstruction reports of HIG or Taliban Team conducted a mounted activity in his district. patrol to assess several vil- While in Giro, the PRT’s lages and to distribute critical U.S. Department of humanitarian aid along the Agriculture representative, way. With more than two feet Alex Johnson, met with local of snow, it was nearly impossi- farmers. They told him they Pfc. Brandon Maddigan ble to access these villages are in need of wheat seed and Army Maj. Ken Sargent and his interpreter “Juan” whose residents are more like- fertilizer. They also said they speak with village elder Mohammed Ghafar in the ly to travel with mules than would like to plant fruit trees. Akelwal village of Andar District, Afghanistan Feb. 2. Johnson plans to coordinate four-wheel drive. The local res- Members of the Ghazni Provincial Reconstruction idents enthusiastically wel- with the provincial minister comed the assistance. for agriculture to develop a Team were in the village to conduct village assess- The first village visited was program for the rural areas ments and to distribute critical winter supplies. Zarin, where the Ghazni PRT before planting season begins. met village representative The final stop on this trip Abdul Bhari. This 100 percent was Shahl village, also in Giro Pashtun village consists of District, with a population of about 250 families and is with- about 500. This village also out a clinic or school, and it has no clinic, no working well only has one working well. and no school; however, classes The PRT was able to distrib- are being taught outside for ute 30 blankets and 60 pairs of about 120 students. Residents shoes along with beans and here have no electricity and al governmental institutions. rice after documenting the walk three kilometers a day to needs of the village. the karez for water. After doc- Coalition Forces next visit- umenting the village’s needs ed Akelwal village in Andar here, the PRT donated 90 District, a village of about 300 pairs of shoes, 50 coats, rice people, which also does not and oil. have a clinic or a school. The There are 19 Provincial village has one personally- Reconstruction Teams, like the owned generator that provides one in Ghazni, operating electricity for the entire village throughout Afghanistan. for three hours per day; addi- These PRTs strive to build tionally, they only have one effective working relationships operational well. The PRT with local authorities and the was able to distribute 30 blan- general populace in order to kets, 100 winter coats and help the Afghan people help beans and rice after document- themselves. They assist by ing the needs of the village. extending the reach of the gov- In Pana, near the Giro ernment of Afghanistan while District Center, the PRT met enhancing the legitimacy of with Police Chief Hajji Lahur district, provincial, and nation- A-14 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS February 11, 2005 Rumsfeld: Overcoming insurgency key to Iraq assuming security mission Rumsfeld told ABC it’s unknown if By Donna Miles Iraq’s neighbors Iran and Syria are “going American Forces Press Service to be helpful or unhelpful” as Iraq strives WASHINGTON – It’s impossible to to overcome the insurgency. Both are know exactly when Iraq's security forces being decidedly “unhelpful” right now, he will be fully ready to take over their coun- acknowledged on CBS, which he said try’s internal security and the coalition could further inflame the situation and can leave Iraq, but several factors will “makes our task more difficult in Iraq.” play a role, Defense Secretary Donald The secretary said he supports diplo- Rumsfeld said today during interviews on matic efforts under way to encourage Iran the Sunday morning talk shows. to abandon its nuclear weapons efforts, The secretary said during interviews which, if successful, would pose a destabi- with four networks that the Iraqi securi- lizing force throughout the region. ty forces’ readiness will depend largely on Current knowledge is that Iran is on a the insurgency.And affecting its effective- path of seeking a nuclear weapon but ness will be the extent to which the polit- don't have yet have it, the secretary told ical process will “tip people” toward sup- CNNs “Late Edition.” porting the new government, actions by Rumsfeld said the United States is Iran and Syria, and the money sources hopeful that the Iraqi people will contin- that bankroll terrorist activities. ue striving toward President Bush's stat- “Economic progress [and the] political ed vision for that country: “an Iraq that is progress going forward…will determine liberated, at peace with its neighbors, the level of the insurgency, and the level respectful of all the elements within the of the insurgency will determine the county and not engaged in terrorist activ- speed with which Iraqi security forces ities with lethal weapons.” Spc. Daniel P. Kelly will be capable of managing [their inter- He said the United States will support Soldiers get autographs and speak with Aaron Smith, Pittsburgh Steelers defensive nal security],” Rumsfeld said on ABCs whatever outcome the Iraqis decide in end, at the Engagement Skills Training Center on Schofield Barracks Feb. 8. “This Week.” forming their new government, and said Rumsfeld reiterated that this condi- it’s doubtful that the country will opt for stopped jolting through the par- autographs from the players. tion, rather than an artificial timetable, a strict Islamic theocracy like Iran’s. Training From A-1 ticipants’ bodies, Ball handed Pittsburgh Steelers fan, 1st will be key in determining when coalition Iraq has “a wonderful opportunity,” out Pro Bowl paraphernalia for Lt. Craig Cullumber who forces will withdraw from Iraq. ahead, Rumsfeld told NBCs “Meet the football players could view each everyone. He offered caps, returned from Afghanistan, Iraq’s Jan. 30 elections proved to be a Press.” “It has water, it has oil, it has target they hit. visors, shirts, footballs and made sure to get both Smith solid step forward for the country that intelligent people, and I think they have a During the interim James above all else, his appreciation and Faneca to sign his cap. Rumsfeld said he hopes will garner good future.” said, “It was nice to do all of for the Soldiers. At the end of the gathering, increased support for new government. And the recent elections “have to give this. I had to come and meet Ball stated, “I came to see the room was filled with a But still uncertain, he told ABC, is the everyone great encouragement,” he said. [the Soldiers], and to me it’s the guys that got deployed back shared admiration that lit up extent to which “the political process is “I just hope and pray that they stay on a amazing just to shake their home and to tell them we everyone’s faces. going to tip people away from supporting path that is constructive. It will be a won- hands.” appreciate what they do. More NFL Pro Bowl gather- [the] insurgency or being on the fence to derful thing for the Iraqi people and a Across the center, there was “They’ve come to our organi- ings took place on Feb. 9 and 10 supporting the government.” wonderful thing for the region.” another room, which looks like zation to show their apprecia- at Schofield Barracks Tropics Nevertheless, the secretary said he Rumsfeld told CBS he’s a firm believer a bunker, but Soldiers use it to tion; we are just returning the and the Aliamanu Community believes the election “had to have given that “the sweep of human history is for practice the Rules of favor.” Gymnasium. heart and encouragement and inspiration freedom.” Engagement. Both rooms are While Ball handed things The guest appearances were to the Iraqi people,” he told CBSs “Face “People want to be free,” he said. “And like an adult-sized video game. out, it gave everyone the oppor- made by the players, cheer- the Nation.” that's a powerful force.” Once all the artillery sounds tunity to socialize and ask for leaders and mascots. HAWAII ARMY WEEKLY COMMUNITY &SPORTS Friday B-1 February 11, 2005

Spc. Daniel P. Kelly Patrons at Hanauma Bay snorkel. Every visitor to the bay must watch a safety video on sea life and coral before entering the bay.

inhabited by tropical sea crea- about 1 .5 to 2 hours. When we By Spc. Charles Hayes tures. “Hana” means bay and reached the dock, we were Staff Writer “uma” means curved. It is offered a chance to buy t-shirts One of Hawaii’s most abun- believed that the bay was given to remember the event, at $20 dant resources is its water. Not this name because of how vol- apiece. Not a bad deal for a only is the ocean beautiful to canoes formed the bay long once in a lifetime experience. look at, but so are the marine ago. Hanauma Bay Coastline and creatures that reside beneath As exciting as it was to see Snorkel tours are offered the waters. To see these crea- all of the beautiful fish Monday, Wednesday, Thursday tures, you may have to venture and other marine life, I and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to out a little further from the wanted to go deeper 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 shore. and see more. So, I p.m. And the North Shore One such place I recently contacted the “North Shark Adventure has tours visited was Hanauma Bay Shore Shark Adventures” crew daily beginning at 7 a.m. Nature preserve, located on the and reserved a trip to swim Spc. Charles Hayes Bring a swimming suit and southeastern side of Oahu. with the sharks out of Haleiwa A sand bar shark swam near underwater camera to capture As a Soldier, my family and I Small Boat Harbor. the underwater cage on the all that there is available to were able to get in free, minus Normally, this would seem Shark Adventure Jan. 24. see. the $1 parking fee. Once we like a bad idea. But I am get- For more information on got our tickets, we stood in line ting ready to PCS and I figured I want to think that it was tours guided by “Hanauma Bay Dave R. Schrichte I may not have this chance because the water was cold. Coastline and Snorkel,” call for a mandatory 10-minute Snorkelers take underwater educational video. The video again. But I am man enough to say 256-8956, toll free at 800-505- reviewed safety, marine life photos of schools of fish at I met with the guides and that the sharks didn’t help 8956. For information regard- identification, and a brief his- Hanauma Bay. the rest of the brave souls who ease the tension. ing the park itself, call 808- tory of the bay. were crazy enough to get in the As I donned my mask and 396-4229. This number will than I had been before. There, Snorkel, mask, and/or fin water with sharks. snorkel, the crew started to give you information concern- I was finally able to see the rentals are available on the We climbed aboard the boat, throw “chum” in the water to ing closures, hours of opera- green sea turtles, Moray eels, beach. They also offer lockers the Kailolo, and were given a attract the sharks. Within tion, entrance and parking and hundreds of brightly col- for valuables, at a small fee. few safety tips. Then we were minutes, three sandbar sharks fees, as well as local ocean con- ored tropical fish. It was truly Sign your name in the binder on our way, headed out to about surrounded the cage. It was ditions. amazing to see each in their so that you can elect not to three miles from shore. very exciting, but also a little For information regarding natural habitats. The sea life watch the educational video if When we reached our desti- frightening, at first. the North Shore Shark was relatively used to humans, you visit again in the next nation, almost immediately After a few minutes, I start- Adventures, call 228-5900, or so my presence didn’t seem to year. you could see the sharks cir- ed to feel more at ease in the visit bother them. My family and I have been cling the boat. I felt anxious as water. Once my time was up in www.sharktourshawaii.com. This particular bay is great to the bay several times in the the crew lowered the shark the cage, the next group for children and those just past. But we were disappoint- cage into the water and climbed in and seemed to enjoy beginning to snorkel because of ed when we didn’t see all the informed me I was in the first themselves as well. the generally calm ocean sur- sea life we were told resided group to go in. The adventure face. There is also a good- there. That’s when I contacted As I climbed into the cage, lasted sized beach for sun bathing “Hanauma Bay Coastline and the first person that day to do and family picnics. Snorkel Tours” guided by Allen so, I started shaking. The bay’s floor is a flooded Plant. volcanic crater Plant took me out farther

Spc. Daniel P. Kelly Hanauma Bay as seen from the entrance to the bay. B-2 Hawaii Army Weekly COMMUNITY February 11, 2005

Spring Camp for Teens – made two weeks in advance. after 8 p.m. Call 655-0002. clothing item at Nagorski Golf limited. Call 655-8169 for Interested in meeting new Call 655-2400 for information. “Miss Saigon” Preview Course on Feb. 19 – 21. Call information. people and going on field Volunteer Jobs for Blue Star Card Holders 438-9587. Valentine’s Dinner at trips? Sign up for the middle Available – Volunteer jobs – Free Miss Saigon preview, February Food Special Waianae Beach Club – school and teen spring camp are available at Army Fort Shafter’s Richardson at Tropics – Enjoy a spicy Treat your special valentine to at Schofield Barracks Teen Community Service. Theatre, for Blue Star Card chicken sandwich with choice a romantic evening of dinner Center. Cost is $25 per week, Volunteers gain job experi- holders, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. of a side for $4.25 or two slices and dancing at the Waianae waiver required. Register at ence, up to 20 hours of free Appetizers included. of cheese or pepperoni pizza Beach Club Feb. 14. Dinner the Registration and Referral child care at an hourly site, Registration required. Round with a soda for $5. Call 655- starts at 5:30 p.m. with live office beginning Feb. 18. Call support the Army family com- trip transportation provided 0002 for information. entertainment. Reservations 655-0451. munity, meet new people, from Peterson Child Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament – recommended. Call 696-4778. Schofield Barracks enjoy flexible hours and Development Center on Saturday, 2 p.m. at the Cupid’s Dinner at Nehelani Middle School Teen Center receive awards, recognition Schofield Barracks, limited Tropics, registration begins at – Have a romantic evening at Activities – Feb. 12, picnic at and fun. Call 655-2398 to see seating. Make transportation 1 p.m. Cost is $6 and includes the Nehelani, Schofield Hickam Beach, potluck from how to be involved today. reservations by 3 p.m., Feb. 17 Yu-Gi-Oh merchandise. Prizes Barracks Feb. 14 from 5 – 8 SGT. SMITH 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Feb. 19, fami- Fort Shafter Arts and by calling 655-0111 or 655- awarded and all ages wel- p.m. Call 655-0660 for reser- THEATER ly day at the center, bring your Craft Classes – Have fun at 0112. Free child care offered at comed. Call 655-8522. vations. family and hang out. Feb. 25, arts and crafts classes. We Peterson, make reservations Valentine’s Day Crafts – Lighten Up! Tighten Up! Teen Center Social from 7 – offer mosaic glass, stained from Feb. 10 – 18. Call 655- Make a valentine at the Fort – Eat healthy and win prizes. Today 9:30 p.m. $3 for members and glass, polymer clay, basic jew- 3929 for information. Shafter Library, Feb. 14, 10 Pick up a “healthy” stamp card Meet The Fockers $4 for non-members. Call 655- elry, ceramic mold pouring, “Miss Saigon” – Fort a.m. – 7 p.m. Call 438-9521. at the Schofield Bowling 7 p.m. (PG-13) 0445 for information. woodworking, quilting, clay Shafter’s Richardson Theatre Family Readiness Group Center Snack bar or at the Hawaiian Luau Lunch basic hand building, pottery – presents “Miss Saigon,” a clas- Fund Raiser Available – An Hale Ikena on Fort Shafter. Buffet – Taste a traditional wheel throwing, Raku pottery sic love story of an American organizational meeting will be Every “healthy” meal pur- Saturday Feb. 12 Hawaii-style feast Feb. 25, workshop, and much more. Soldier and Vietnamese girl. held on Feb. 16, 9 a.m., at chased earns one stamp. Meet The Fockers from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Check out your Arts and Performances on Feb. 24 – 26 Kaala Community Activities Collect 10 “healthy menu” Hale Ikena, Fort Shafter or Crafts Center for creative and Mar. 4, 5, 11, and 12, cur- Center, room 101 for FRGs item stamps and receive a 7 p.m. (PG-13) the Nehelani, Schofield workshops. Call 438-1315 or tain at 7:30 p.m. Adult tickets interested in operating a food prize. Enter completed stamp Barracks. $9.95 per person. Schofield Barracks at 655- are $25 and children under 12 or game booth at the Family cards for the grand prize Sunday Feb. 13 Call the Nehelani 655-4466 or 4202. are $17. Adult subject matter Fun Fest and ITR Travel Fair drawing. For information, call Hale Ikena at 438-1974 for Free Ladies Golf Clinic – not recommended for children event, March 26. For more 655-0573 or 438-1974. The Life Aquatic reservations or information. Want to learn the game of under 12. For tickets, visit the information, call 655-0110, 2005 Partner Basketball with Steve Martin Interested in Coaching golf? Visit Leilehua Golf box office Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. 655-0111, or 655-0112. Shootout – Open to youth, 7 p.m. (R) Youth Sports? – Youth Course Driving Range the – 2 p.m. Or, call 438-4480. Honolulu Academy of ages 9 – 17, born on or before Sports is looking for volunteer first Sunday of every month, Black History Program Arts – Visit the Academy Feb. March 5. Registration begins coaches. Coaching is available 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. and learn at Tropics – Watch local step 20 for a keiki day with art on Feb. 8 – March 3. Shootout Monday Feb. 14 for basketball, baseball, soft- some tips. Call 655-4653 to teams, listen to motivational projects, free refreshments, will begin March 5 at 10:30 Closed ball, soccer, flag football, and sign-up. speakers and music from local live entertainment and a a.m. at the Aliamanu Gym. cheerleading. Call AMR 836- Driver’s Education groups and soloists, or view gallery hunt. Free transporta- Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, 1923, FS 438-9336, or Class – Enroll now for classes African American books and tion provided for Blue Star and 3rd place in each age divi- Tuesday Feb. 15 SB/WAAF 655-6465. beginning March 1 at building art on display. Celebration is Card holders from the sion and category. Enter to Closed Spouses Night Out – 1782, Aliamanu and March 6 free at the Tropics, Schofield Schofield Barracks win a Shaquille O’Neal, Allen Innovative craft making at the at building 556, Schofield Barracks Feb. 19, 6 p.m. Call Commissary departing at Iverson, or Lebron James jer- Tropics Feb. 24. Supervised Barracks. Call 655-5314 or 655-5697. 11:30 a.m. and returning by 4 sey. Call 438-9336 or 836-1923 Wednesday Feb. 16 children invited. Call 655- 833-5393 to register or receive Parent’s Night Out – Get p.m. Registration deadline is for information. Closed 0002. At Army Community class cost and information. out of the house Feb. 19 for Feb. 17. Call 655-0110 or 655- Youth Baseball and Service, participate in art les- New Operating Hours at Parent’s Night Out. 0112 to register. Softball League – Open to sons or make a free scrapbook Tropics – Tropics new hours Reservations on a first come, Gopher Golf – A gopher youth born in 1986 to 1999. Thursday Feb. 17 page. Materials provided. Call are Mon – Thu, 8 a.m. – 10 first served basis at the has hidden a golf ball in the Registration until Feb. 15. The Closed 655-2736 to sign up. MWR p.m., Fri and Sat, 8 a.m. – Resource and Referral office. MWR “Discovery Magazine,” season is April 2 – May 21. Blue Star Card holders receive midnight, and Sunday 11 a.m. Children enrolled in the pro- find it and you could win. Pick Cost is $55 for baseball and free child care from 6 - 9 p.m. – 7 p.m. Macgregor’s Market is gram must be registered no up a copy of the magazine at softball and $45 for t-ball and HICKAM AFB by reservation only at open at 11 a.m. daily. 18 years later than noon on Wednesday the Schofield Barracks coach-pitch per child. Call 438- Peterson Child Care Center. and under must be accompa- before the event each month. Commissary or any MWR 9336 or 655-6465. MOVIE SCHEDULE Call 655-3929 by noon of the nied by parent or guardian Call 655-8313. facility for your chance to win. Youth Baseball Clinic – Tuesday before each Thursday unless participating in an President’s Day Sale at Look for hidden golf balls Open to youth born in 1988 to Today event to make child care reser- organized event, Mon – Thu Nagorski – Take 30 percent monthly in the “Discovery.” 1999. Registration accepted White Noise vations. Reservations can be after 6 p.m. and Fri and Sat off any red, white, or blue Call 438-0117. until Feb. 15 at the nearest Armed Forces Vacation Army youth center. Cost is 7 p.m. (PG-13) Club – Take advantage of the $12, which includes a t-shirt. Armed Forces Vacation Club, a Clinic will be held at Saturday Feb. 12 “space available” program Aliamanu Field, March 2 and White Noise Feb. 11 - Feb. 17 that offers DOD-affiliated per- at Schofield Barracks Youth sonnel and their relatives the Field, March 3. Call 833-5393 7 p.m. (PG-13) opportunity to take affordable or 655-5314. Morning 3:45 OIF Photo Montage 5 condominium vacations at Richardson Pool Sunday Feb. 13 6:00 Sign on 3:51 Volunteers resorts around the world for Closure – Richardson Pool on 6:30 Fit for Life 4:00 Pentagon Channel $259 per unit, per week (seven Schofield Barracks is closed Fat Albert nights). Complete details and until March 4 for construction 2 p.m. (PG) 7:00 Bulletin Board reservations are made online and repairs. PT from 6 – 8 a.m. 7:30 SHAMU -Wild Babies Evening at www.afvclub.com. is available at the Helemano White Noise 7:54Dash and Grab 6:00 Community Focus Quarters Mania Pool. To schedule, call 655- 7 p.m. (PG-13) Bowling – Bowl for two quar- 9698 or 655-1128. 8:00 Pentagon Channel 6:15 Bulletin Board ters a game and two quarters Dance Classes – Keiki 9:00 Pentagon Channel 6:44 Army Values - Respect for shoe rental, Mon – Fri, 10 combination dance classes, Monday Feb. 14 10:00 ASAP-Drugs 6:50 OIF Photo Montage 3 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Wheeler including tap, creative move- Closed 10:30 OIF Photo Montage 7 6:54Jake Shimabukuro Bowling Center. Call 656- ment and tumbling for ages 3 1745. to 5, combination tap, ballet, 10:46 Bulletin Board 7:00 NFL-Tight on the Spiral Valentine’s Flutes and jazz and tumbling for ages 6 to Tuesday Feb. 15 11:30 Hawaii Hidden Beauty, Danger 8:00 Bulletin Board Wine Glasses – Better 9, hip hop for children 10 and Closed 11:50 OIF Photo Montage 6 8:47 History of JAG Opportunity for Single up, and hula for ages 5 to 18. 12:00 Pentagon Channel 9:00 Anti Terrorism FP Soldiers is selling Valentine’s Parents of registered Child Day flutes and wine glasses and Youth Services children Wednesday Feb. 16 9:24Oakland Army Base filled with goodies. Cost is $10 are welcome to enroll. Classes Fat Albert Afternoon 10:00 Youth Protection per glass. Glasses are avail- are $33 per month or $99 for 7 p.m. (PG) 2:02 Hurricane Safety 11:00 NFL-’58 Championship able at the Tropics BOSS the January through March 2:25 OIF Photo Montage 2 12:17 Bulletin Board office, building 589 on semester. Call 655-5314 or Schofield Barracks. Supplies 833-5393 for information. Thursday Feb. 17 2:30 SHAMU-The Manatee Story White Noise 3:00 SHAMU-The Sea Turtle Story Overnight 7 p.m. (PG-13) 3:35 OAHU-Aloha Begins 12:51 Pentagon Channel B-4 Hawaii Army Weekly REDEPLOYMENT February 11, 2005 When you need help – in a hurry can help them,” added Barb While not all of the Soldiers By Rafi Grant Thacker, Ph.D. Thacker has are eligible to receive services, Contributing Writer worked with World War II, the center’s staff is dedicated For many, a year has passed Korean War and Vietnam War to support them and will, in and the first units have been veterans at the Honolulu Vet many cases, act as a referral welcomed home. But with the Center who have experienced system. redeployment already under delayed stress reactions. “We need to give our way, there is a growing uncer- Soldiers can contact and Soldiers time to decompress tainty about the effects the consult a variety of facilities to and readjust,” Molnar said, extended time in the war zone receive professional help with- time the Soldiers need to work has had on Soldiers. in the military structure, but through their experiences and Families and friends have also through a net of civilian the related reactions are natu- been left behind in exchange facilities. ral responses to an extended for IEDs, rocket attacks, and The Army clinics are an period spent in a danger zone. dangerous patrols. easy access service for the “And the Soldiers need to Military officials and spe- Soldiers. However, there is know that there are people out cialists in health and psycholo- often a great reluctance among there who can help them if gy agree that it is not unusual service members to contact on- need be,” Molnar said in con- for Soldiers who have seen and post medical help. clusion. lived combat to experience a “I am in for career, and I variety of conflicting emotions don’t want to have mental and feelings. problem all over my records,” Sources for “Both the Soldiers and the said a Soldier, re-deployed military community need to from Iraq. more information understand that [the conflict- The unit chaplains are an ing emotions are] a natural alternative, easily accessible Combat related stress reaction to an outside event, a and usually less colored by the response to the deployment,” Photo by Sgt. Sean Kimmons / Illustration by Spc. Daniel P. Kelly “mental problem” stigma. www.ncptsd.org. said Ann Fisher, a counselor at there will be others who might anxiety, and the more severe “You suck it up in the mili- An option outside the divi- the Honolulu Vet Center. face difficulties with readjust- post-traumatic stress disorder, tary,” admitted a Soldier, who sion structure is Army One Army One Source The coming months will be ment issues and will need help characterized by continuing recently re-deployed from a Source, a 24-hour, comprehen- open 24-hours a re-adjustment period for the and support. anger outbursts, flashbacks, year-long tour to Iraq. sive support and information Soldiers. A study, which nightmares and hyper-vigi- It is imperative, however, system. Apart from immediate 1-800-464-8107 “We need to give appeared in the July 1 lance, among other symptoms, that Soldiers who experience possibility to speak with a www.armyonesource.com them time to decom- Important issue of the “New over an extended period of combat stress reactions get counselor, AOS provides refer- press and a lot of phone numbers England Journal of time. professional help. ral service to receive private understanding,” and resources Medicine,” reflected a Molnar said the high per- Appearing in a variety of counseling. Honolulu Vet Center: explained Steve are on page picture of combat centages are disturbing and forms, these reactions can “Soldiers usually feel more 973-8387 Molnar, director of A-10. effects on American concerning, and are expected interfere with the Soldiers’ comfortable if they can talk to the Honolulu Vet troops that concerned to rise with the long and recur- work and thus affect the unit somebody with no direct ties to Family Life Chaplain Center. Molnar the military communi- ring tours to combat zones. as a whole, as well as have a the division,” an AOS coun- described the time as a transi- ty and health care providers “The most disturbing thing, negative impact on relation- selor said. Schofield Barracks tion from living in a combat alike. however, is the stigma of com- ships with family and friends. The service is covered by 655-9460 zone to readjusting to being Some 15.6 to 17.1 percent of bat related stress,” Molnar “It’s crucial to understand the Soldiers’ health insurance home and in a safe environ- re-deploying Soldiers from said. that it can be treated,” Fisher and offers up to six counseling ment again. Iraq and 11.2 percent from Soldiers are often reluctant emphasized. sessions. Fort Shafter Area Most of the Soldiers will Afghanistan met the screening to seek help for fear of being “The sooner it is caught, the Another off-post option is 836-4599 regain footing quickly, but criteria for major depression, marked for life. better it is, and the faster we the Honolulu Vet Center. More about Tropic Lighting Academy

By Sharee Moore Editor While Soldiers have been deployed in Course descriptions for support of Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, the U.S Army Hawaii Tropic Lightning Academy staff has been developing programs to better assist Soldiers and their families Suicide Prevention: during the redeployment transition. Stress on and off the Battle Field: Whether a Soldier is single or mar- This course is designed to discuss readjustments ried, have children or a significant other reunion is going to take time and under- and changes in behaviors that accompany duty in a Symptoms, intervention standing on everyone’s part. Tropic war zone. Lightning Academy has been designed Soldiers also learn stress reduction and relaxation to help families survive this process. techniques through guided imagery. and treatment Part Three Tropic Lightning Academy is educa- Required for all Soldiers. tional program designed to help facili- Once identified, most people diag- By Spc. Daniel P.Kelly tate a successful reintegration of Marriage Communication: nosed with depression are success- Staff Writer Soldiers redeploying from OIF and OEF. This course looks at the effects of a long deploy- fully treated. Unfortunately, depres- Soldiers will attend the classes for two, ment on the marriage, gender communication and Depression is a psychological con- sion is not always diagnosed, because half-day segments. conflict, and how to navigate the challenges of dition that changes how you think many of the symptoms mimic physi- The program consists of various reunion. and feel, and also affects your social cal illness, such as sleep and appetite classes that address topics directly Required for all married Soldiers. behavior and sense of physical well- disturbances. Recognizing depres- related to deployment and the reunion being. Untreated depression is one sion is the first step in treating it. process. Classes range from one to three Communicating With Your Children: of the leading causes of suicide. Nearly two-thirds of depressed hours and Soldiers are scheduled for Depression + Lack of Treatment = people do not get proper treatment specific classes based on their personal This course is designed to help parents who may Possible Suicide because: marital status: Married, married with face challenges communicating with their children According to psychologyinfo.com, • The symptoms are not recog- children, single parent or single soldier. after the return of a parent from a deployment. depression is one of the most com- nized as depression. Required for married Soldiers with children. mon psychological problems, affect- • Depressed people are seen as TLA classes include: ing nearly everyone through either weak or lazy. • Stress On and Off Coming Home - Anger Management Workshop: personal experience or through • Social stigma causes people to the Battlefield This course allows Soldiers to identify and lessen depression in a family member. avoid needed treatment. • Anger Management any challenges and effects of anger before and after Each year more than 17 million • The symptoms are so disabling • Money Management deployment. American adults experience a period that the people affected cannot • Single Soldier Workshop Required for all Soldiers. of clinical depression. It can interfere reach out for help. • Single Parent Workshop • Many symptoms are misdiag- with normal functioning, and fre- • Marriage Workshop Single Parent Reintegration Workshop: quently causes problems with work, nosed as physical problems • Married with Children Workshop This course helps single parents through the social and family adjustment. It • Individual symptoms are treat- • Divorce Recovery causes pain and suffering not only to ed, rather than the underlying minefields of relating to the children and dealing those who have a disorder, but also to cause. Actual dates will be provided to unit with the challenges when returning to their children those who care about them. Serious Clinical depression is a very com- leadership before Soldiers go on block after a deployment. depression can destroy family life as mon psychological problem, and leave. After that much-needed break, Required for all single parent Soldiers. well as the life of the depressed per- most people never seek proper treat- Soldiers will be required to attend TLA. son. It can lead to suicide. ment, or seek treatment but they are Soldiers will attend classes with the Single Soldier Reintegration Workshop: Impact of depression misdiagnosed with physical illness. same unit they deployed with. This course involves the process of change for • Causes tremendous emotional This is extremely unfortunate Classes will take place during the day ourselves, others, friends, relatives, co-workers. pain. because, with proper treatment, at the Education Center in building 560 This workshop reassures us change is normal and • Disrupts the lives of millions of nearly 80 percent of those with (Yano Hall) on the 2nd Floor. Evening helps us readjust. people. depression can make significant sessions will be held in the Main Post Required for all single Soldiers. • Adversely affects the lives of improvement in their mood and life Chapel Annex, building 791. All class- adjustment. families and friends. es are on Schofield Barracks. Money Management Workshop: • Reduces work productivity and Treatment Individual class schedules outlining absenteeism. People and facilities are here to dates, times and locations of classes will This course is designed to explain potential finan- • Has a significant negative help if you or someone you know may be provided to each Soldier when they cial issues that may be encountered after returning impact on the economy, costing be suicidal. return from leave. from deployment. an estimated $44 billion a year. For more information call: The Spouses are encouraged to attend the Required for all Soldiers. We have all felt sad at one time or Division Mental Health Clinic on TLA program with their Soldier howev- another, but that is not depression. Schofield Barracks at 433-8600, er no children are permitted in class. Divorce Recovery Workshop: Sometimes we feel tired from work- Division Chaplain’s Office at 655- Of course, it isn’t mandatory for a This course is designed to help Soldiers who are ing hard, or discouraged when faced 9307; call 1-800-SUICIDE (784- spouse to attend, but it is highly encour- coming home to a divorce in progress, or have been with serious problems. This too, is 2433) for 24-hour person-to-person aged. Spouses should think of this met with divorce papers. not depression. These feelings usual- help or go to your nearest emergency training as an opportunity to learn, Focuses on issues with the children, communica- ly pass within a few days or weeks, room. grow and heal together. Besides, it’s the tion between parents during the divorce, and effects once we adjust to the stress. But, if (Editors note: Statistics and infor- perfect excuse to spend extra time with of divorce upon children. mation for this article were obtained these feelings linger, intensify, and each other. Required for divorcing Soldier parents. begin to interfere with work, school at psychologyinfo.com. This is Part 3 If you have any questions about the or family responsibilities, it may be of 3 in a series about suicide preven- Tropic Lightning Academy Program, depression. tion. Visit www.25idl.army.mil for contact a member of your rear detach- Depression can affect anyone Parts 1 and 2.) ment team. February 11, 2005 COMMUNITY Hawaii Army Weekly B-5 Lightning Spirit: Touch the heavens in the ‘Be A Pilot Program’ By 1st Lt. Kevin McQueary Casting away fear Contributing Writer Looking for something to do this weekend? Go fly a plane! For about 50 bucks, 30 min- utes of prep time, and a little Commentary courage, you can find yourself in control, behind the yoke of an aircraft lifting off at Honolulu Chaplain (Maj.) Lance Sneath International Airport for a quick 45th Corps Support Group 30-minute loop above Oahu. Over 2,000 flight schools across America participate in Fear – a word that brings a variety of images the “Be A Pilot” program. The based on unique life experience. For some, goal of the program is to entice there’s the fear of being alone. For others there’s would-be pilots into the cockpit the fear of rejection, the fear of death, or the fear to give them a taste of the expe- of losing someone dear. rience and perhaps fuel the People attempt to manage fear in different desire for certification. Pilots ways, with the extremes being the fight or flight are passionate about their responses psychologists tell us about. These hobby (careers!) and are eager to responses can take the form of substance abuse, share it. You can find out what running away, or placing one’s self in extreme an exhilarating, freeing, chal- isolation. lenging, and most of all safe For the military community, managing fear experience it can be. has to be something we can all do regularly and I participated in the program Photos by Rafi Grant with confidence. With deployments and the real- through Flight School Hawaii Leaving Honolulu International Airport behind, the ‘pilot for a day’ headed north on a ities of our community being at the “tip of the under the watchful eye of flight panoramic flight. While McQueary got used to the delay between giving a command to spear” in the Global War On Terror, fear is some- instructor Staff Sgt. Derek the plane and the actual execution, the passenger could enjoy views of Honolulu, Ford thing our community must contend with every Wheeler. Wheeler is a Soldier Island, Wheeler Army Airfield, Mililani and other landmarks. day. (part-time) and civilian WG-10 I mean, the very nature of this war – “terror” (full-time) in the Hawaii Air –reminds us that managing fear is a critical task National Guard, where he have,” Wheeler noted. “Many errors, and he took control only for us all to do well. How do you manage fear? works as a mechanic and air- instructors move on to more when absolutely necessary. Remember the movie “Castaway” starring craft inspector. He has more money doing cargo flights or (Which was rarely if I may say Tom Hanks? Hanks played a FedEx employee than 475 hours of flight time, [commuter flights], but a lot of so!) who ended up on a deserted island after surviv- typically adding 10-15 hours a them stay because of their love Consequently, in that short of flying.” time I got a really good respect ing a plane crash. How’s that for a challenge on week instructing future pilots. I We spent a good amount of for the aircraft and the dichoto- managing fear? Do you remember what he did? knew I was in good hands. The experience began the time meticulously going over my of its nature. It is easy to He took a volley ball, dressed it up, and moment I walked into the Flight the aircraft in our pre-flight perform but difficult to master. named it Wilson. Wilson became his friend to School Hawaii front office. The safety checks. Wheeler demon- Except for a few seconds love, and this loving friend served in a crucial enthusiasm of both the pilots strated no complacency in before and during landing, I way to help him manage the hardships and fears and the trainees was infectious. regard to safety, covering each controlled the plane. For those of his isolated existence. As I surveyed the area, the spir- step one-by-one as laid out on few moments I was flying high The Bible says, “There is no fear in love, it was undeniable as people the Cessna’s pre-flight check- and free, my senses afire as I because perfect love casts out fear.” This “perfect gushed about their experiences. list. soaked in the uniqueness of per- love” means love in its purest, most complete I met Wheeler as he was Once completed, we boarded spective. sense will naturally cast away fear, because returning from a training flight, the plane and began covering It’s an experience I won’t there is nothing to fear in love. and his friendly demeanor and the controls. Before I knew it, I soon forget, and intend to have So, Hanks’ character displayed wisdom. confidence put me at-ease. was taxiing out for take-off! again. Loving Wilson helped him cast away fear. So, Immediately we made our way Wheeler offered continual Anyone interested in the “Be how can you cast away your fears? to the plane, all the while dis- guidance as he directed me A Pilot” program can find more Trusting in a loving God and being in loving cussing preparation for the through the flight. He afforded information at “Are seat belts on?,” 1st Lt. relationships is the very design of God for cast- flight. Discussing his back- me every opportunity to control www.beapilot.com and locally at ing away fear. If you are having difficulty with ground and motivation for flying the aircraft from take-off until www.flightschoolhawaii.com or Kevin McQueary asked with some fear, turn to God, and to people who will served to reassure me further. just before landing, even call Flight School Hawaii direct a slightly nervous smile. love you. “To me, it’s the most gratify- restraining himself to mere at 837-7767 for more informa- Fear will not endure a strategy like that! ing experience someone could coaching when I made slight tion. B-6 Hawaii Army Weekly NEWS/HEALTH February 11, 2005 Fisher House Center offers respite for wounded troops, families

Story and photos by Donna Miles American Forces Press Service FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas – It's just across the parking lot from Brooke Army Medical Center, and yet a world away. For troops undergoing medical treatment — most for wounds received in Iraq and Afghanistan — and their families who have come here to be with them as they recover, the Soldier and Family Assistance Center offers a wel- come respite from the hospital environ- ment that's become all too familiar to them. Tucked away in the post guest A Soldier and his daughter house, across the street from the bar- racks and next door to the Fisher enjoy the home-baked treats House, the Soldier and Family local community groups regu- Assistance Center provides a friendly, larly drop off at the Soldier and comfortable environment where troops Family Assistance Center. and their families can unwind and relax from the stresses of long-term also provide a much-needed outlet for recovery. troops and their families, some of They can catch a movie on the big- whom have been here for more than a screen TV, check their e-mail or use the year. They drop off tickets to the NBA's Internet, play a computer game, pick Spurs basketball games and other up a book or magazine, make a phone sporting events, sponsor group dinners call or just grab a cup of coffee, a bottle at local restaurants and even donated of water or a home-baked goodie. 50 box seats to the popular San And when they're feeling down, Antonio Rodeo. they can always find a sympathetic ear "I couldn't exist without this com- or a reassuring hug. "People can walk Wounded troops being treated at Brooke Army Medical Center help pass the time playing comput- munity," said Markelz, marveling at in here and cry and laugh and make a er games at the Soldier and Family Assistance Center. the fact that "donations fall in my lap" friend," said Judy Markelz, the center's to support the center. director, called simply "Mom" by troops "Plus," Mitchell said, "we do a lot of its activities a welcome respite from niture, old computers and a coffee pot Except for Markelz, the only paid and family members at the center. fun things here." the four walls of his barracks or his from the post's lending closet. staffer, the center is run completely by Army Col. Edward Maney, chaplain Markelz works to keep the center's medical treatments. "I come here to Since then, she said she's witnessed volunteers, and there's a waiting list for Fort Sam Houston, said the center activities calendar chock-full. She hang out," he said. "They have every- "incredible support" from the local for others who want to join them. After goes a long way in helping wounded sponsors weekly bingo games and thing you could want here — TV, com- community for the center and the duty hours, soldiers from the Medical troops and their families through a dif- quilting classes, runs special activities puters, snacks. It's a pretty good place." wounded troops and their families that Holding Company keep the center ficult period. "They've done of phenom- like picnics and parties, and is putting Army Spc. Traci Williams said the it serves. open until as late as 10 each night. enal job of facilitating the healing together plans for a casino night. support she's found at the center has Local businesses, churches, schools Army Spc. Travis Kennedy, process," he said. She also runs regular off-post excur- offered her far more than an interest- and residents donated a big-screen TV assigned to the Medical Holding Army Staff Sgt. Michele Mitchell, sions that give families a chance to ing diversion from her medical treat- and DVD player, boxes of DVDs, video Company here while he completes his who has undergone treatment at shop or get manicures. "It's amazing to ments. "Without them, I would not games, books, magazines, and toys for medical treatment, said he enjoys Brooke since she was wounded in Iraq see the transition that takes place have made it," she said of the staff and children and regularly deliver a staffing the center at night so he can last April, agrees that the center is within a block of leaving the gate," she fellow patients at the center. "This is a mouth-watering array of baked goods offer distraught family members "a "very therapeutic" to her and her fel- said. "Suddenly they become the people great place, but it's the people who and snacks. shoulder to cry on." low outpatients at the hospital, as well they were before they got that phone make it so special. They've become my Markelz is on the lookout for new "Being (in the hospital) wears on as their families. "This is a great out- call that wasn't supposed to come (that family." furniture for the facility, but insists you after a while," said Kennedy. let," said Mitchell, who visits the cen- their loved one had been wounded)." Stepping into the center, festively that whatever she gets "has to look like "That's why it's important for me to be ter regularly between medical treat- Army Pfc. Daniel Almonaci, who decorated for Valentine's Day, it's hard it belongs in a living room, not a wait- here, to help the families." ments. "It's a place where you can relax was wounded by a suicide bomber in to imagine its barebones beginnings. ing room." For more information visit and get away from the stress of being Ramadi, Iraq, last November, calls Markelz recalls opening the facility While helping make the center as www.defenselink.mil/news/Feb2005/n0 (at the hospital)." time spent at the center and through just over a year ago with borrowed fur- comfortable as possible, local donors 2092005_2005020907.html.

Health impacts work: Exploring 'presenteeism'

co use impairs night vision and coordi- By Carila Jones nation. The effects of poorly managed U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion stress such as insomnia, fatigue, and and Preventive Medicine anxiety have obvious consequences for The impact of poor health on work- safety. place productivity is often only meas- Body composition impacts stamina. ured in terms of days absent from Ultimately, all these factors affect mis- work or missed training time. sion accomplishment. Improving health is seen as valu- A new approach to examining the able because good health increases the connection between health and on- amount of time a Soldier is able to be duty performance is called Health and on duty. However, this is only one side Productivity Management. of the issue. The other point to consid- It integrates wellness and preven- er is: how does health impact produc- tion; chronic disease management; tivity while on duty? occupational health and safety; dis- Absenteeism is a well-recognized ability management; and organiza- consequence of less-than-optimal tional health. This integrative health. However, decreased health also approach addresses presenteeism by causes "presenteeism." Presenteeism considering healthy Soldiers as a force is being on duty but not performing at asset. full capacity. Presenteeism is of special The goal of Health and Productivity concern to the military because mili- Management is to increase perform- tary missions are dependent upon ance while on duty by reducing health optimal levels of performance while on concerns, to decrease unnecessary duty. time away from duty overall, and min- Military duties require Soldiers to imize total health-related costs, operate at peak levels of physical and including medical expenses. mental capacity, and without injury. Health and Productivity This level of performance must espe- Management can be used to identify cially be sustained during times of and deliver services that enhance the deployment. performance of Soldiers. Health is a World events have accelerated the primary factor in efficient and effec- rate of deployments for active duty, tive performance. A healthy force is a National Guard and Reserve person- ready force. nel. While force readiness is always In order for the U.S. military to critical, the current high level of mili- maintain force readiness, healthy tary operations makes readiness more service members and civilians must important now than perhaps ever continue to be considered a force asset before. Optimal force readiness relies for the 21st century. upon healthy human resources. Health and Productivity There are many health factors that Management can be adapted for use in can influence force readiness including a military environment in order to tobacco use, high levels of stress, and maximize force readiness and on-duty work-related injuries that reduce the productivity. It is a valuable link effectiveness of Soldiers while on duty. between force readiness, force health, These risk factors, however, take on and mission accomplishment. additional significance when consid- (Editor’s Note: Marcie Birk and ered in light of the unique demands of Kate Neufeld contributed to this arti- military missions. For example, tobac- cle.) February 11, 2005 HEALTH Hawaii Army Weekly B-7 February is National Children’s Dental Health Month – Time to increase dental awareness

Dr. (Capt.) Mark Vance, DC DENTAC, Hawaii National Children’s Dental Health Month occurs every February. This is a time to increase dental awareness among children and their par- ents. The following questions and answers should help par- February is ents as they seek the best care possible for their child’s teeth. When should my child ‘Wise Health first see a dentist? The ideal time is six months after your child’s first Consumer Month’ (primary) teeth erupt. This time frame is a perfect oppor- Consumer Health Nursing, TAMC tunity for the dentist to care- Graphic by Spc. Daniel P. Kelly fully examine the develop- In an effort to help members of our community to ment of your child’s mouth. of child’s complete medical relaxed, non-threatening tooth decay and teeth be better health consumers, Tripler Army Medical To safeguard against prob- history. environment for your child. misalignment due to Center, Community Health Nursing section is pro- lems such as baby bottle tooth What will happen on the The doctor should tell you sucking, try to wean your moting Wise Health Consumer Month. decay, teething irritations, first visit? when the next visit should child off of breast and During the month of February, Tripler Army gum disease, prolonged Many first visits are noth- occur. bottle by one year of age, Medical Center, CHN is sponsoring a number of thumb-sucking and develop- ing more than introductory Five ways to protect and monitor excessive activities, including a self care class. mental problems, the dentist icebreakers to acquaint your your child’s oral health at sucking of pacifiers, fin- The primary goal is to teach people how to be more can recommend special pre- child with the dentist and the home gers and thumbs. Never involved in their own health care. ventive care. practice. If the child is fright- Parents typically provide give your child a bottle of How do I prepare my ened, uncomfortable or non- oral hygiene care until the milk, juice or sweetened child and myself for the cooperative, a rescheduling child is old enough to take liquid as a pacifier at 5 tips for being a wise health care consumer visit? may be necessary. personal responsibility for the naptime or bedtime. Before the visit, ask the Patience and calm on the daily dental health routine of • Help a young child brush 1. Keep a checklist of all medications you are tak- dentist about the procedures part of the parent and reas- brushing and flossing. at night, the most impor- ing. of the first appointment so suring communication with • Clean your infant’s gums tant time to brush. 2. Take care of your mental health as well as you there are no surprises. Plan a your child are very important with a clean, damp cloth. Perhaps let the child would your physical health. course of action for either in these instances. Child Ask your dentist if you brush their teeth first to 3. Create a home pharmacy with commonly used reaction your child may exhib- appointments should always may rub a tiny dab of build self-confidence, medicinal items. it, cooperative or non-coopera- be scheduled earlier in the toothpaste on the gums. then the parent can fol- 4. Become knowledgeable of routine medical tests tive. day, when your child is alert • As soon as the first teeth low up to ensure that all and examinations. Very young children may and fresh. come in, begin brushing plaque is removed. 5. If you have not attended a self care class call be fussy and not sit still. Talk For children under age 3, them with a small, soft- • Allowing your child to and sigh up to attend one. to your child about what to the parent may need to sit in bristled toothbrush and a watch you brush your expect, and build excitement the dental chair and hold the pea-sized dab of fluoride teeth teaches the impor- A blood pressure screening and body fat analysis as well as understanding child during the examination, toothpaste. Remember, tance of good oral will be conducted Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the about the upcoming visit. or parents may be asked to most children are also hygiene. Schofield Barracks Commissary. Painting a positive image of wait in the reception area so a getting fluoride from the (If you have questions If you would like to learn more about Wise the upcoming visit will signif- relationship can be built community water supply regarding this article or about Consumer Health month and have questions, call icantly decrease your child’s between child and dentist. (only on military installa- any dental topic, contact Dr. CHN TAMC at 433-6834 or CHN Schofield Barracks anxiety and apprehension. The entire dental team and tions in Hawaii.) Mark Vance at at 433-8675. Bring with you any records the office should provide a • To avoid baby bottle [email protected].) B-8 Hawaii Army Weekly SPORTS/COMMUNITY February 11, 2005 It won’t be long ...

Courtesy video still Master Sgt. Terry Anderson, 25th Infantry Division (Light) public affairs non- commissioned Officer in Charge, thanked the NFL and USO for their efforts in bringing the Pat Tillman USO Center to Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, while 25th ID (L) Soldiers gathered behind him. Division Soldiers Maj. Stacy Bathrick Master Sgt. James Dingle, 25th ID (L) G2 non-commissioned officer in charge, passes a ruck sack to Sgt. 1st Class Eduardo Velez, 25th ID (L) G2 Operations non-commissioned officer in charge as they load a Tricon container at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan for shipment back to Hawaii. enjoy Super Bowl from the large crowd. The Younglove and a group of CJTF 76 News Release troops watched the New Soldiers manned the grills BAGRAM AIRFIELD, England Patriots defeat the throughout the game, feed- Afghanistan – 25th Infantry Philadelphia Eagles 24 to 21 ing the hungry troops. Division (Light) Soldiers in Super Bowl IIIIX, played Some Soldiers came enjoyed more than seven at Jacksonville, Fla. equipped with Philadelphia hours of football entertain- Although her favorite team Eagle face paint and New ment early Feb. 2, as Super came up short, Spc. Jennifer England Patriot flags, Bowl mania hit Bagram Rupert, 25th Inf. Div. (L) showing their support for Airfield. personnel specialist, said their favorite team. More than 400 service she had a great time. Coalition troops were members attended a Super “It was a lot of fun,” said also treated to a visit from a Bowl party at Bagram’s Rupert. “It’s great to get group of former National Clamshell morale, welfare together with friends to Football League players. and recreation facility, start- watch the big game. The Former seven-time pro bowl ing with pre-game enter- Eagles will be back next linebacker Randy tainment that began at 1:30 year.” Gradishar and Miami a.m. local time. A group of The service members Dolphin safety Lyle service members from consumed 600 T-bone Blackwood, along with six Bagram appeared on the steaks, 30 cases of soda, six other former NFL players, Super Bowl pre-game show prime ribs and countless signed autographs and and during the “National bags of chips and popcorn. visited with troops during To pierce or not to pierce? Anthem,” eliciting applause MWR coordinator Chuck the game. the barbell can hit the teeth, about after-care, cleanliness, By Dr. (Capt.) Mark Vance causing constant irritation”, equipment and other con- DENTAC, Hawaii said Manuel Cordero, a cerns. Once the tongue has Thinking about getting spokesperson for the academy. been pierced, it takes three to your tongue pierced? Have “It’s enough to cause ulcers, four weeks to heal. you thought about chipped which, in turn, can become Barring complications, the teeth, drooling, gum damage, pre-cancerous lesions.” jewelry can be removed for nerve damage, taste loss, tooth Infections are also common, short periods of time to allow loss, infection or even death? and they cause more than for cleansing without the hole “But it’s only a little hole in pain. A tongue can swell after closing. my tongue, how can that hap- being punctured, but in some Always remove the jewelry pen?” is a common response. cases the tongue becomes every time you eat or sleep. The problems that can arise infected and swells so much Clean the piercing with anti- from such a piercing might that it may cut off breathing septic mouthwash after every surprise you, reports the and lead to death. meal and brush the jewelry Academy of General Dentists are learning that the same as you do your teeth Dentistry. oral infections can be linked to to remove plaque. Fractured teeth are a com- other infections. The tongue is Plaque can form on the bar- mon problem associated with covered with bacteria, and bell or in the piercing itself the tongue piercing, according to a once punctured that bacteria same as it forms on your recent study in General can enter the blood stream. teeth. If a sore arises, the Dentistry, the peer reviewed When that happens, bacte- tongue starts to swell, or there journal of the academy. People ria can reach the heart and is drainage from the piercing, chip teeth on tongue piercings cause a variety of serious don’t delay, see your dentist while eating, sleeping, talking problems. If you decide to immediately. and chewing on the jewelry. pierce your tongue, take pre- It’s better to be alive than The fracture can be con- cautions to avoid serious infec- to have a pretty tongue. fined to the enamel of your tions such as HIV and hepati- (Editors Note: Questions tooth and require a filling, or tis by making sure that every- concerning your oral health or it may go deep into the tooth, thing is sterilized in an auto- this topic can be forwarded to causing a need for a root canal clave, which uses extreme Dr. (Capt.) Mark Vance, DC via or extraction. heat to sterilize instruments. email at “Every time you swallow, Ask the piercer questions [email protected].) B-10 Hawaii Army Weekly SPORTS February 11, 2005 In-Training for the Great Aloha Run

Compiled by Rafi Grant Compiled by Rafi Grant Compiled by Rafi Grant RUNNER PROFILE: RUNNER PROFILE: RUNNER PROFILE: Sgt. 1st Class Tiffany C. Basley Capt. Brennan Cook 1st Lt. Kevin McQueary Basley is a first time GAR runner, but not new to the Cook, of the 65th Engineer Battalion, is a dedicated McQueary is a GAR veteran and will be in the race running world. Basley will participate in the GAR as a runner, and frequent participant of road races of all dis- this year again in formation with the 65th Engineer “Sounds of Freedom” runner with the 65th Engineer tances. Training for the GAR is part of his preparation Battalion aiming for a finish time of 72 minutes. Battalion. for the 134-mile Perimeter Run scheduled for 6 days McQueary is a dedicated runner, and enjoys the chal- Training after the 8.15-mile race. Cook will run the GAR in for- lenge of races. The GAR fits in his race schedule right Apart from the regular PT runs in the morning, mation with his unit in an estimated 9-minute mile before the Perimeter Run, and the Wilderness Run, a Basley has a busy work out schedule. pace. mid-distance race on the volcanic fields of the Big “I usually run an average of 8-10 miles during the Training Island. week and one additional run on the weekend,” Basley “Regular early morning PT is my running schedule Training said. She also hits the gym 3-4 times a week after with an average of 20 miles per week,” Cook said. McQueary runs regularly during the week with his work and also likes to exchange her running shoes for During these morning runs Cook also meets up with fel- unit and his team mates for the Perimeter Race and basketball shoes. low runners of the Perimeter Race. Cook’s team plans to paddles as an alternative to the time he spends col- finish the run around the island in 21 hours. lecting road mileage every week.