Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
BUY BUY
Bible Study, Sage Hall (Bldg. 331) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 p.m. Catholic Mass Choir Rehearsal, CC2 (Bldg. 1542) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.
Choir Rehearsal, Biggs Chapel (Bldg. 11275) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m. Islamic and Jewish Services
Saturday Jummuh (Islamic Service)
1st Sat PMOC Bible Study, CC1 (Bldg. 440) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 a.m. Friday, Bldg. 442. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30 p.m. (MST), 1:30 p.m. (DST)
El Paso
Battle Cry Youth Group Ta’aleem (Islamic Teaching)
El Paso
Sunday, Youth Center (Bldg. 195) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Bldg. 442 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Biggs Chapel Annex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jewish Service
Friday, Home School Edition (Bldg. 195). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Center Chapel Three (Bldg. 1441) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 p.m.
Catholic Worship Services
PLACES OF WORSHIP
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Healthbeat
Medics train for brisk operations tempo
Off Duty
CLARENCE DAVIS III
WBAMC Public Affairs
Two teams including 18 William
Beaumont Army Medical Center Soldiers
competed in squad competition Jan. 24 at
multiple locations on Fort Bliss.
Sports
The Best Squad Competition consists
of a series of training events that tests the
leadership skills of the various teams par-
ticipating, said Capt. Theodore A.
Wilson, commander of B Company,
Troop Command, WBAMC. The compe-
tition was designed to take Soldiers away
from their comfort zone of a fixed med-
ical facility and place them in an environ-
ment that facilitates “thinking outside of
Timeline
the box.”
This training also builds unit cohesion
and esprit de corps with enlisted Soldiers,
noncommissioned officers and officers
assigned to the unit. It is an opportunity
for junior leaders to display their leader-
ship skills and lead teams with diverse
backgrounds in a semi-stressful environ-
Spotlight
ment. During the training, leaders were
expected to employ methods for team
success and team victory.
“It was a great training environment.
We got a chance to practice training and
learn new skills. Because I am an X-ray
technician working in a hospital environ-
SPC. ANGELICA P. DIAZ
ment, I don’t get a chance to practice
Spc. Aubrey S. Flood, an X-ray technician assigned to B Company, Troop Command, William Beaumont Army Medical
Soldier skills often,” said Spc. Aubrey S.
On Point
Center, prepares to negotiate the log wall. Soldiers are required to maintain three points of contact during the negotiation.
Flood, B Co., Troop Command. “Each
exercise or training experience reinforces the Conditioning Obstacle Course, the the team must do at least one push up The Best Squad Competition is held
the value of being a trained Soldier ready Leadership Reaction Course and the within each three-minute period and run quarterly.
to deploy worldwide.” Super Army Physical Fitness Test. at least a quarter mile in the relay. “We are successful because we take
Flood said she was especially Soldiers’ basic motor skills and physical “This training provides team build- feedback from those participating teams
impressed with military operations in condition are tested during the obstacle ing and requires us to think outside the and incorporate valuable responses for
urban terrain training. Soldiers are trained course. The LRC “teaches young Soldiers box in accomplishing the mission,” the next quarterly exercise,” said Wilson.
to clear a building and determine whether team development toward accomplishing Flood said. “These exercises provide our Soldiers the
those occupying the building are friendly. a specific task,” said Flood. The super PT She said she believes she now has the knowledge and training to operate in
Happenings
“That training will be especially useful test requires Soldiers to run a quarter mile tools and training to be effective in any today’s high [operations tempo] environ-
if I deploy,” she said. relay and do intervals of push ups and sit environment as a Soldier and an X-ray ment or increasing number of operations
Other training opportunities included ups for three minutes. Each member of technician. or missions.”
Back front
More than 100 William Beaumont Army Medical one of their most precious needs – health care. As a
Center staff members, families and friends attended practical nurse, you will touch the lives of Soldiers and
the graduation ceremony for 41 licensed practical their family every day and you will make a difference.
nurses from the U.S. Army Practical Nurse Course. The teamwork approach will merit respect among your
During the Jan. 27 ceremony held in Soldier Hall, fellow Soldiers.”
Soldiers received their diplomas and were recognized Second, find a mentor willing to take the time to
for other accomplishments during the 54-week provide help and guidance.
68WM6, Class 803, course. Upon successful comple- “The bonds and lessons learned from your mentor
Go Youth
tion of the course, the graduates must take and pass the will last longer than your time in the Army,” he said.
National Council Licensure Examination- Third is the value of a higher education.
Practical/Vocational Nurse, or NCLEX-LP. The test is “Higher education is the foundation of the
designed to test the knowledge, skills and abilities American dream and can plant the seed of success,
essential to the safe and effective practice of nursing at self-esteem and a better life in the Army and beyond,”
the entry level. Robinson said.
“This is one of the longest schools in the Army,” Fourth is the ability to strive to do your best.
Team
Bliss Outlook
said Sgt. 1st. Class Tabbetha Stamps, course instructor “Strive to attain that internal fire that burns in all of
and mistress of ceremonies. “Since 2004, the practical us to be the best of the best,” he said. “Your personal
nurse course has consisted of three phases. best means doing your best – set realistic, achievable
“Phase I is eight-weeks long and includes didactic goals and know that you will achieve them.
instruction that prepares the student to perform as an SPC. ANGELICA P. DIAZ “Finally and most importantly, be committed to the
emergency medical technician or combat medic,” she Sgt. Maj. Anthony C. Robinson, guest speaker United States Army. With that commitment alone, the
continued. “Phase II training is 38 weeks long and is at the Jan. 27 practical nurse course graduation military will guide you and assist you in fulfilling your
conducted at selected medical centers. During this ceremony, presents Spc. Gloria Blount, honor dreams. The Army values that bind us in the defense of
phase, the students perform clinical rotations which graduate, with her diploma and other awards in our great nation are also the cornerstone of life and
incorporate what is learned in the classroom to hands- recognition of her academic accomplishments. happiness,” Robinson concluded.
on training with instructor and staff supervision.” Sgt. Maj. Sandra L. Ford, the course chief instructor,
During Phase III training, the student is assigned to After thanking his staff and faculty for their tireless was lauded by the graduates for her commitment to
a nurse preceptor on the ward and works under hisdi- dedication, Lt. Col. Pedro Ramon-Hernandez, course demonstrating leadership qualities and mentorship. She
rect observation and supervision for six weeks, Stamps director, introduced the guest speaker, Sgt. Maj. had some words of advice for her final graduating class:
said. Anthony C. Robinson of the U.S. Army Sergeants “Bless yourself while helping others. Walk in a way so
“We have spent 545 days in training, and taken 50 Major Academy’s Sergeants Major Course Class 59. that other Soldiers will want to follow in your footsteps.
written tests and 12 math quizzes,” said Sgt. Dick R. Robinson addressed in his speech five areas that are Show others integrity, understanding and compassion.”
Hurtig, distinguished honor graduate, while addressing helpful in a military career, whether that career lasts The graduating licensed practical nurses will be
his fellow graduates. “Today we graduate, and sudden- four years or until retirement. First, he said, is the assigned to various health care facilities throughout the
ly the obstacles we faced don’t seem so impossible.” importance of teamwork and respect for others. world.
The Monitor • February 5, 2009 • 43
Jason J. Lempke
Attorney at Law TRICARE grants extension for overseas claims filing
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• Child Custody years to file claims for reimbursement. TRI- To file a claim, beneficiaries must mail a
timely filing waiver for dates of service
• Child Support prior to Dec. 31, 2007, to allow providers, CARE required beneficiaries to file claims completed DD Form 2642 with a copy of
CRIMINAL LAW beneficiaries and others living overseas within one year from the date of service or the itemized bill and receipts to WPS. WPS
additional time to submit overdue claims inpatient discharge. maintains several post office boxes for
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Off Duty
Off Duty is a compilation of military- in Blue and a new contemporary ballet
Sports
affiliated information and events focused choreographed by UTEP dance faculty.
on the Soldier, their family members and Tickets are $12 for adults; $10 for
veterans. Information should be 100 UTEP faculty, staff, seniors, military
words or fewer and contain no editorializ- and groups more than 10; and $9 for
ing. An informational brief that is not UTEP students and children 4 to 12
time-specific will not run for more than 30 years old. This offer is only valid at the
days. All submissions are due no later UTEP Department of Theatre and
than Friday for publication in the follow- Dance box office. For more informa-
ing week’s paper. tion, call 747-5118.
Timeline
Outstanding NCOs sought Saturday Social
In recognition of the Year of the Meet the Fossil Lady, as part of a cul-
NCO, The Monitor is seeking outstand- tural enrichment program for Officers’
ing noncommissioned officers to profile Club members. Kris Woodson will dis-
in the newspaper. To make a recommen- play and talk about her collection of
dation of an outstanding NCO, call 568- authentic fossils and museum-quality
5945 or e-mail monitor@conus.army. castings starting at 3 p.m. Feb. 21.
Spotlight
mil. Events are limited in size to the first 50
Outstanding people sought people. To reserve a seat, call 569-5715.
The Monitor is looking for outstand-
WILSON A. RIVERA
AER campaign kickoff
ing, interesting or otherwise notable Overcome the challenge — become a Green Beret! The annual AER campaign kickoff
Fort Bliss servicemembers, Department The Fort Bliss Special Forces recruiting team holds briefings at will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Feb.
of Defense employees and contractors 10 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. each Wednesday at Bldg. 273, located 25 at the Officers’ Club. A guest speak-
to feature in the newspaper. If you know off Sheridan Road behind the Cassidy pass office. All interested er from AER headquarters will be in
of anyone who possesses these special Soldiers ranked private through junior sergeant first class are attendance. We are requesting that each
On Point
qualities, call 568-5945 or e-mail moni- invited to attend. Officers in the 2007 year group are now eligi- brigade, battalion and company project
tor@conus.army.mil. ble and encouraged to apply. Married Soldiers are encouraged officer attend the kickoff. Lunch will be
Volunteer management class to bring their spouses to the briefing. Soldiers interested in a served during this event. Command
career change are invited to come out and discover the many attendance is highly recommended.
Make a change, stay busy and help
changes taking place within the Special Operations community. Filipino-American gala
the community by volunteering. Army
For more information, call the Special Forces recruiting office at
Community Service offers volunteer The Filipino-American Association
569-6431, 569-6432 or 569-6433.
opportunities available in the Fort Bliss of El Paso will host its establishment of
and El Paso communities. Some agen- officers and Mrs. Philippines
cies partnerships with ACS include 2 p.m. each day. Call ACS at 568-1132 wines. Dancing and live entertainment Coronation Gala Feb. 28 at the
Happenings
Keep El Paso Beautiful, Susan G. to reserve a seat. Child care will be will conclude the evening. Member Centennial Club. For more information
Komen Foundation and MWR Special available for those registered with the price is $30 per person; non-members contact Nayma Lubas at 219-5163,
Events. There is a volunteer manage- CDC. pay $35 per person. Call 568-7013 for Socorro Montague at 630-5104 or
ment class today from 9:30 to 11:30 reservations. Debbie Alarilla at 873-9281.
a.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Family readiness training
American Red Cross, Bldg. 45. For Family readiness group training Waiting Families activities El Paso Marathon
more information, contact Tephanie enables participants to learn the basic Fort Bliss Waiting Families will offer El Paso is hosting the Third Annual
Hopper at 568-1132. functions and responsibilities of the free bowling and pizza for all registered El Paso Marathon at 7 a.m. March 1.
family readiness group; command families from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14 at the The races will begin at Lynx Exhibits,
Back front
Hold’em dealers wanted involvement; how to establish and Fort Bliss Bowling Center. 300 W San Antonio St., and go through
Volunteer dealers are needed for the maintain a FRG; and the resources and To register, sign up for the dinners or Kern Place, the University of Texas at
Texas Hold’em Tournament scheduled funding available for FRGs. Learn how learn more about Waiting Families, con- El Paso and the Upper Valley. For more
for Feb. 19 through 21. Training ses- to recruit, motivate, and reward volun- tact Cher Poehlein at Army Community information, visit www.elpaso-
sions will be held at 5 p.m. today and teers. The training is designed for FRG Service by calling 568-1132 or 568- marathon.org.
Friday at the Centennial Club. Contact volunteers and commanders, and all 7088. Go Red kickoff
Lora-Lynn Diem at 588-8247 for more those concerned with the well-being of DeCA scholarships Ladies, get your red out! Friday is
Go Youth
information. the Army family.
The 2009 Commissary Scholarships wear red day in support of the fight
Volunteers needed The next class is scheduled from 6 to
for Military Children Program is open against heart disease. Let’s become the
9 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday. There is a
Keep El Paso Beautiful is hosting through Feb. 18. For more information first Army post to “go red!”
15 person maximum. To sign up, con-
Gift to the Mountain Saturday. As a part and to download an application visit, In recognition of the Go Red for
tact Thuy Depew at 568-1132.
of the community, Fort Bliss is recruit- www.militaryscholar.org. Women campaign, the American Heart
ing volunteers to help clean up from 9 to BOSS candy grams Hiring fair
Association is hosting Mellanie True
11 a.m. at the El Paso Youth Tennis Hills at 3 p.m., Feb. 25 at the Fort Bliss
Order a Valentines candy gram for
Team
Bliss Outlook
Center on Transmountain Road. For Army Community Service is hosting Museum. True Hills, a heart disease sur-
that special person. Better Opportunities
more information, visit www.KEPB.org a hiring fair for military spouses and vivor and author of A Woman’s Guide to
for Single Soldiers will be delivering
or to sign up, call 568-7088. The dress other military ID card holders from 9 Saving Her Own Life will address
candy grams Thursday and Feb. 13 to
code is long sleeves, long pants and a.m. to 1 pm Feb. 19 at the Centennial women (and men) on Fort Bliss, sharing
loved ones at Fort Bliss and within a
gloves. Club. For more information contact Ted her life-changing experience and some
four-mile radius from post. Gift package
Rivera at 568-1132. ideas about creating healthier lifestyles
People Encouraging People prices are $5, $10, $15 and $20. Contact
to avoid heart disease. For more infor-
Scheduled for Tuesday through
unit BOSS representatives to place Carmen ballet mation on the event, call 568-4623. For
orders. For more information, call All military personnel are eligible to
Thursday, PEP is a three-day newcom- more information about heart disease,
BOSS at 526-4264. a buy one, get one free offer to see the
er’s orientation geared toward spouses. visit www.americanheart.org/red.
Day one is an informational classroom Valentine’s Day dinner ballet Carmen, scheduled for a Feb. 20
MOAA scholarship
day with lunch afterward. Day two is a Treat your loved one to a romantic performance by the UTEP dance pro-
tour of Fort Bliss, Biggs Army Airfield, gram. Carmen is a classic story of love Children of active, Guard, Reserve,
night at the historic Officers’ Club at 7
WBAMC, and El Paso with shopping and betrayal that will be portrayed and retired or prior-service commis-
p.m. Feb. 13. The menu will include
downtown. Day three is a trip to through dance. In addition to Carmen, sioned or warrant officers, and active or
four courses, each paired with exotic
Mesilla, N.M. Classes are from 9 a.m. to the performance will include Rhapsody retired enlisted military personnel under
The Monitor • February 5, 2009 • 47
the age of 24 may apply for an interest- to do with your house when it is time to
free loan that is renewable for up to five PCS. There will be guest speakers from
years of undergraduate education for the the Veterans Administration, Texas
school year to begin in the fall of Veterans Land Board, Consumer Credit
2009.The application process is entirely Counseling Service, and three Soldiers
online at www.moaa.org and can be sharing their story on their homebuying
found by selecting the "About Us" tab, experience. For more information
then the "Scholarship Fund" tab. The please call 568-7088 or e-mail
application acceptance period is Ana.Hernandez8@ us.army.mil. Child
through March 2. A direct link to care will be provided through the CDC,
MOAA’s online application may be upon registration of your child at 568-
found through http://elpasomoaa.org. 5689.
SemperComm awards Video competition
The SemperComm Foundation is The U.S. Army Safety Center
accepting nominations for its 2009 Combat Readiness Center is sponsoring
SemperComm Awards until March 6. a safety video competition. Soldiers are
The SemperComm award recognizes challenged to create short video mes-
U.S. military men and women who have sages that promote off-duty safety
made considerable efforts over the past awareness. The deadline for submitting
year to boost the quality of life and video is March 31. For more informa-
morale of other deployed servicemem- tion, visit https://crc.army.mil/video-
bers defending freedom around the competition/ or call 569-5701.
world. All branches of the U.S. military, Hip Pocket Scholarship
including the U.S. Coast Guard, are eli-
gible. Nomination forms are available The Army ROTC Green to Gold
on the SemperComm Web site at Division Commander’s Hip Pocket
www.sempercomm.org. For more infor- Scholarship Program provides selected
mation, contact Sharon Finley at (703) Soldiers the opportunity to complete
923-7610 or sfinley@sempercomm.org. their baccalaureate degree requirements
and obtain a commission through par-
Homebuyer seminar ticipation in the ROTC scholarship pro-
A Homebuyer Information Seminar gram. Each year division commanders
is scheduled to be held from 9 to 11:30 can nominate deserving Soldiers for
a.m. March 3 at the Centennial Club. two-year Green to Gold scholarships.
This seminar will address programs and Units are encouraged to nominate
resources available to military person- Soldiers under their command. All
nel purchasing homes, as well as what applications must be submitted through
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Installation Retention Office, Bldg. should contact 1st Lt. Christopher emptied by custodial services. You will
The El Paso Sergeants Major
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Association is now taking applications
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Command to meet the April 1 school
for 2009 scholarship grants. Applicants Share the vision For more information, call Rosie
must be graduating high school seniors Join the Kiwanis Clubs of El Paso in
year deadline. For information, call Zarate at 568-6384.
from El Paso area high schools with a B making El Paso America’s most patriot-
568-1121 or visit www.goarmy.com
/rotc/enlisted_soldiers.jsp#hip.
average or above, and be the dependent ic city. To be a part of the campaign, you SAMC study group
of an active-duty or retired noncommis- can have a flag flown in front of your The Fort Bliss chapter of the
sioned officer. Persons interested in home on the five patriotic holidays of Sergeant Audie Murphy Club conducts
applying should send a No. 10 size self- the year. If you are interested in partic- a study group for Soldiers preparing for
addressed stamped envelope to El Paso ipating in this endeavor, call 568-2269. a board every Tuesday and Thursday
Sergeants Major Association. Attn: from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the
Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 6050, Recycle reminders academy’s Learning Resources Center,
Fort Bliss, TX 79906-0050. Application Recyclable: paper; plastics No. 1 and Bldg. 11291 on Biggs Army Airfield.
Feb. 5 Yes Man (PG-13) 7 p.m. forms and a letter detailing require- No. 2; aluminum and tin cans For more information, call 569-6275.
Feb. 6 Marley and Me (PG) 7 p.m. ments will be sent to the applicant. The Not recyclable: glass, clothing, plas-
Valkyrie (PG-13) 9:40 p.m. deadline for applications to be received tic foam and other plastics. Trash such Financial Track Club
Feb. 7 The Tale of Despereaux (G) 2 p.m. by the committee for review is with as half-full soda cans may contaminate The Financial Track Club provides
Marley and Me (PG) 4:30 p.m. postmarks no later than April 30. the desk-side recycling bins. an opportunity to increase your finan-
Container size: Some recyclables cial knowledge through the sharing of
Valkyrie (PG-13) 7:30 p.m. Debt collection notice like maps, plans and large bags of
Feb. 8 Marley and Me (PG) 4 p.m. information. All servicemembers and
Pfc. Jonathan Carter: All services shredded paper are too large to fit the civilians are welcome. The club meets
Yes Man (PG-13) 7 p.m. under the name of Pfc. Jonathan Carter
Feb. 12 Seven Pounds (PG-13) 7 p.m.
desk-side bin. A large, 32-gallon con- from noon to 1 p.m. every second and
should be put on hold. Carter died Jan. tainer can be provided, but only those fourth Wednesday at USASMA’s West
Auditorium. For more information, call Family life consultants building, the School Liaison Office will sentation if:
568-7088. temporarily relocate to the Fort Bliss (i) the employee reasonably believes
The Military and Family Life
Welcome Center, Bldg. 505-A. The liai- that the examination may result in disci-
PWOC Consultant Program is designed to pro-
son officers can be found in Room 107 plinary action against the him/her; and
Protestant Women of the Chapel vide support and assistance to active-duty
and contacted at 569-5064 or 569-5065. (ii) the employee requests represen-
meets at 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday at Soldiers, National Guard and Reserves,
E-mail remains BlissSchoolLiaison@ tation.
Bldg. 449. Join in corporate worship family members and civilian personnel. A
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and Bible study. Childcare is provided. consultant will be available from 2 to 4
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