august 2015 mccshh

mccsHH.com

August 2015

mccsHH the magazine • www.mccsHH.comAu

gust

2015

2

This magazine is published by Marine Corps Community Services Henderson Hall, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall,

P.O. Box 4009, Arlington, Virginia, 22204-0009, for Marines, other service

members, retirees, and their family members in the National Capital

Region and beyond. Please visit us at www.mccsHH.com.

The appearance of advertising and sponsors’ logos does not constitute

federal or Marine Corps endorsement.

Contact Information [email protected]

@mccsHH mccsHH

Editor Doriann Geller

Graphic Artist/Webmaster J. Felix Gonzalez

Graphic Artist Barbara J. Mitchell

Advertising Sales Brian J. Meers 571-483-1956

Rates: www.mccsHH.com/Support.html

Find this publication and other MCCS Henderson Hall documents at

http://issuu.com/mccsHH

mccsHH Issue #19

August 2015

Are you new to the area? MCCS Henderson Hall extends a warm welcome! The PCS season is in full swing, and we’d like to remind you that a Welcome Aboard Orientation for Marines and their families takes place every month on the Henderson Hall portion of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. This month’s orientation is Tuesday, August 11, 8 – 10:30 AM in Bldg. 29, Rm. 105. Following the orientation, there is a short break for lunch (each sponsor receives a $5 coupon for the Java Café). A free bus tour of the local area, including downtown Washington, D.C., follows at noon. See page 8 for details.

If you are interested in volunteering, we have an opportunity for you! Be an ambas-sador for the battalion by joining the “Marines Mentoring Millennials” program, which visits our Partner in Education school twice a month. Read about it on page 5.

This month’s cover is a departure for us, in that it features the newest hires in our Support Division, Human Resources Branch, whose personnel make sure programs have what they need to support servicemembers. Everything from travel to training, hiring to health benefits...HR personnel are there to assist. Speaking of hiring, we are! Have a look at our job opportunities at www.usmc-mccs.org/careers and see where you can join our organization.

Mark Your Calendar...August

1 Kings Dominion Family Summer Event (contact the FRO)5 Maxed Out Wednesday Squats, 11:30 AM, Cpl Terry L. Smith Gym11 Welcome Aboard Orientation, Bldg. 29, 8 AM19 Half Iron Swim, 6 AM – noon, Zembiec Pool19 Maxed Out Wednesday Burpees, 11:30 AM, Smith Gym21 Golf With Us, 8:30 AM, Lee’s Hill27 Summer Swim Challenge, Backstroke, 4:30 PM, Zembiec Pool

September3 Pre-Labor Day Battalion Barbecue, 11 AM, Marine Landing Deck11 Zembiec Pups in the Pool, Time TBD, Zembiec Pool15 Welcome Aboard Orientation, 8 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 10516 Devil Dog 7K Race. 6:45 AM, Smith Gym18 Golf With Us, 8:30 PM, Marine Base Quantico19 Harvest Wine Festival, 11 AM – 3 PM, Marine Corps Exchange26 Fall Family Fun Festival, 10 AM – 2 PM, Smith Gym

October7 Navy Mutual Aid Association Semper Fi-ve K, Smith Gym14 Remembrance 5K Race, Smith Gym15 Fall Education & Career Fair, Smith Gym

for details, please visit www.mccsHH.com

from the Editor

SAVE THE DATE! The Headquarters & Service Battalion, HQMC, Henderson Hall 240th Marine Corps Birthday Ball will be held on Saturday, November 7, at 6 PM. Tickets go on sale Thursday, October 1.

mccsHH.com

August 2015

mccsHH the magazine • www.mccsHH.com

Happy HourJuly 27 – August 31

11 AM – 3 PM

www.mccsHH.com • 571- 483-1962

$1 Off a Grande SizeJava Chip

Strawberries & Crème Vanilla Bean Crème

Frappuccino®

August 5: SquatsMales – Squat 315 pounds for 15 repsFemales – Squat 135 pounds for 15 reps

™

®

www.mccsHH.com • 703-614-7214

Open to DOD ID card holders and their family members age 18 and older.

MAXED OUT WEDNESDAYS11:30 AM – 1 PM • Cpl Terry L. Smith Gym

Competitors must attend the day of the event; make-ups or appointments will not be scheduled.

19 August: Burpees (1 minute time limit)Males – Complete 20 burpees Females – Complete 15 burpees

now open at the

mccsHH the magazine • www.mccsHH.com 5August 2015

Honor • Courage • CommitmentCharacter Traits to Share with Today’s Youth

Marines and civilians are needed to support the Partnership in Education program’s “Marines Mentoring Millennials.” Volunteers help provide mentorship and academic support while building a relationship that will shape a child’s life.

Marines Mentoring Millennials takes place at Barcroft Elementary School on select Mondays, 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM, beginning September 14th & 28th.

Contact the School Liaison Program Manager at 703-693-8378 for more information.

Activities include:

Tutoring

Mentoring

Playing Games

Pumpkin Carving

Holiday Event

Flag Day Ceremony

Field Day

H&S Bn, HQMC, Henderson Halland Barcroft Elementary School

Partnership in Education

Marines Mentoring Millennials

19 August: Burpees (1 minute time limit)Males – Complete 20 burpees Females – Complete 15 burpees

Long-Standing Volunteer Program Adopts New Name,Maintains Mission After 35 Years

Marine Corps Community Services Henderson Hall has held a long-standing relationship with Barcroft Elementary School in Arlington, Virginia. For over 35 years, Marines have joined in mentoring students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade during the academic school year. The Partner in Education (PIE) program began in 1980 by Henderson Hall’s Rita Treadwell and continues today to impact the local community, as Marines develop unique bonds with the students. In March 1991, the pro-gram, then called “Adopt-a-School,” was designated a “Daily Point of Light” by the Points of Light volunteer organization.

Throughout the years, both mentors and students have changed; recently the program name changed, too. Previously known as the Tutor & Buddy Program, the new name is “Marines Mentoring Millennials.” The millennial demographic comprises both Generation Y and Generation Z. Millennials include people born after 1980 and through the early part of the century, although the moniker can be interpreted many ways. Labeled as the “New Millennials,” Generation Z has grown up with technology-centered

curriculum, to include iPads and YouTube. Although the name has changed, the

mission of the program remains the same. The Partnership in Education is maintained through mentorship and academic support. The program provides Marines the oppor-tunity to mentor and foster relationships with the local community through building relationships with school-aged children. As one Marine said, “Giving back is rewarding. Who knows? They may give back one day to someone else.”

The Barcroft Elementary School reading specialist has watched the program grow over the years and recognizes the impact Marines have left among the faculty, chil-dren and families. “The children and staff love it when the Marines visit,” she said.

Are you interested in becoming part of this ongoing success story? Join the program as a Marine or civilian volunteer for your local community beginning this September 14. Visits are twice a month, 11:40 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Transportation is provided, leav-ing by the pull-up bars by the Cpl. Terry L. Smith Gymnasium.

Visit www.mccshh.com/slmillennials.html or contact the MCCS Henderson Hall School Liaison Program manager, Chanel Sharp, at 703-693-8378. HH

now open at the


gust

2015

6

Marine & Family ProgramsAugust 2015

Education and Career Services 703-614-9104www.mccsHH.com/Learning.html

12: Pentagon Outreach 9 AM – 3 PM

19: ACT 8 AM – Noon, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

26: Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) 8:30 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Mondays: Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB) 8:30 –10:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Tuesdays (except August 18): Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Wednesdays: DSST and CLEP 9 – 11 AM & 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204 Prospective test takers must register in advance by calling 703-525-7275.

Wednesdays: College 101/Tuition Assistance Brief 1:30 – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Thursdays (except August 6): Armed Forces Classification Test (AFCT) 8:30 – 11:30 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 204

Career Resource Management Center 703-614-6828www.mccsHH.com/CRMC.html

4: Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar (STARS) 9 AM – Noon, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

6: Résumé Writing 101: Private Sector Résumé Tips & Marketable Formats 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

6, 13, 20, & 27: Capstone Screening 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 201 Appointments only; please call 703-614-6828 to schedule.

10 – 14: Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) for Separatees 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 21

12: Portable Career Opportunities 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

13 & 27: VA Claims Assistance 7:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103 Appointments only; please call 703-614-6828 to schedule.

17– 18: Accessing Higher Education Track (Supplement for TRS for Separatees) 9 AM – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 103

17– 18: Boots to Business (Supplement for TRS for Separatees) 8:30 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

19: Understanding the Federal SES Process & ECQ Writing 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

20: Social Media & Your Job Search 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 104

24 – 28: Senior Leadership Transition Readiness Seminar 7:45 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 21

Classes held 11:30 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 29 Rm. 204 unless otherwise noted

5: Personal Financial Management & Planning 6: Personal Credit: Credit Worthiness, Reports, Scores, and Management

12: Consumer Awareness: Best Personal Practices vs. Frauds, Scams, and Unwise Purchases 13: Strategies for Car Buying 19: Home Buying & Mortgages 20: Investing: Basics of Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, TSP & Compound Interest 26: Investing: Focus on Mutual Funds 27: Planning for Retirement From Active Duty — Then For Good

Call by 4:30 PM the day before each class is scheduled to register.

Personal Financial Management Program 703-614-6950www.mccsHH.com/Finance.html

11: Welcome Aboard Orientation 8 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105

27: PSC Class 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12 Conference Room

Information & Referral Program 703-693-5197

www.mccsHH.com/Information.html

School Liaison 703-693-8378www.mccsHH.com/Liaison.html

Marines Mentoring Millennials volunteer opportunity starts September 14. Call 703-693-8378

for more information.


Marine & Family ProgramsAugust 2015

6: Introduction to EFMP 11 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by August 5.

8, 22: Open Swim 10 AM – Noon, Zembiec Pool. Register one day in advance.

20: Managing Deployments 11 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by August 19.

25: EFMP Meet & Greet 4:30 – 6:30 PM, USO Center at Indian Head, MD. Register by August 24.

27: EFMP Couples Support Group 6 – 8 PM, Bldg. 21. Register by August 26.

Exceptional Family Member Program 703-693-5353www.mccsHH.com/EFMP.html

Tuesdays: Men’s Domestic Violence Intervention Group 9 – 11 AM, 26 week program. Bldg. 12, Conference Room

Wednesdays: Anger Management 9 – 11 AM, 8-week session. Bldg. 12, Conference Room.

Wednesdays: After Hours Community Counseling 4:30 – 7 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. CCP provides counseling services for active-duty and retired service members and their families. We offer individual, couple, family, child, and group counseling services. By appointment only.

Registration is required for all classes/workshops.

24 Hour Victim Advocate HOTLINE: 703-693-6611

To schedule appointments with the Military Family Life Counselors, call 571-581-8016 or 703-414-9885.

10: 1-2-3 Magic™ 1 – 3 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room

21: Baby Boot Camp 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room Baby Boot Camp free lunch is sponsored by

Mondays & Wednesdays: Stroller Walking Group 9 – 10 AM, Long Bridge Park, Arlington, VA

Thursdays: Outdoor Play Morning 10 – 11:30 AM, Virginia Highlands Park

Behavioral Health Programs 703-614-7204www.mccsHH.com/Counseling.html

Family Advocacy Program/Victim Services 703-614-7204www.mccsHH.com/FAP.html

11: Interpersonal Communications 1 – 3 PM, TBD. Register by August 7: 703-693-8906.

11: Passport to Volunteering 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 12, Rm. 135. Register by August 7: 703-693-1253.

13: L.I.N.K.S. for Marines 9 – 11 AM, Bldg. 29, Rm. 105. Register by August 10: 703-693-1457.

18: Real Colors® 1 – 4 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room. Register by August 14: 703-693-8906.

20: Managing Deployments 11 AM – 1 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room Register by August 18: 703-693-8906.

28: L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses 9 AM – 4 PM, Bldg. 12, Conference Room Register by August 25: 703-693-1457.

.

Marine Corps Family Team Building 703-693-4840

www.mccsHH.com/MCFTB.html

Behavioral Health also offers these classes:• How To Avoid Falling for a Jerk/Jerkette• Warriors at Ease• Triple P Parenting Individual Meetings/Seminars• Married & Loving It®• Coping with Work & Family StressCall 703-614-7204 to schedule at your location!

Parent Child Interaction Therapy is accepting new referrals.

New Parent Support Program 703-614-7204www.mccsHH.com/NPSP.html


WELCOME ABOARDJoint Base Myer-Henderson Hall

Orientation

Family Members Welcome

Lunch follows the presentationsFree DC tour at noon

Civilian attire recommendedMandatory attendance

for O-3 & below

Call 703-693-5197or 703-614-7272

Lending LockerSample items:Futons DishesPots and Pans MicrowaveCar Seats Irons & BoardsAlarm Clocks Coffee MakersToasters Vacuum Cleaners

Tuesday, August 11, 8 – 10:30 AM Bldg. 29, Rm. 105

Henderson Hall

24 hours a day • 365 days a year

Victim Advocacy

HOTLINE703-693-6611

http://www.fit.edu

mccsHH the magazine • www.mccsHH.com 9August 2015

SMP EVENTSAugust

All trips, unless otherwise stated, leave from The Kickback, Bldg. 416.Trips must be paid for at the time of registration. Single Marine Program Coordinator • 703-695-1591

Please register for events with the SMP Coordinator in person or by email at: [email protected].

Battalion Summer Bash • King’s DominionAugust 1 • Depart barracks at 0900 • $16Join H&S Battalion, HQMC, Henderson Hall for a summer celebration at King’s Dominion, including park and picnic lunch! Purchase tickets through the FRO, MSgt Jeremy Owens. Transportation available to and from JBM-HH.

SMP Monthly Meeting • Bldg. 29 Battalion Conference RoomAugust 4 • 1500 – 1600Any Single Marine may attend and provide the council with recreation ideas or voice any quality of life issues that need to be addressed.

Dive In Movie • Zembiec PoolAugust 7 • 2030 Bring out your favorite floaties as we celebrate Flashback Friday with an ultimate cinema classic – JAWS!

Trampoline Trip • Flight Trampoline ParkAugust 15 • 2030 – 2330 • Register by August 7 • $16 Trip fee includes transportation and admission for two hours of jump time.

Mortal Kombat Tournament • The KickbackAugust 19 • 1730 – 1930 Who will be the ultimate winner?

Kayaking TripAugust 22 • 1030 – 1330 • Register by August 18 • $13.50 Enjoy a day on the Potomac! Trip fee includes transportation and kayak rental for 1 hour. Additional rental time is at the discretion of the participant.

Horseback Riding • Gettysburg BattlefieldAugust 29 • 0900 • Register by August 18 • $65Experience history on horseback with a guided tour of Gettyburg Battlefield! Trip fee includes transportation and 1.5 hour guided battlefield ride.

H&S Bn, HQMC, Henderson Hall Annual Summer Bash!

Includes All Day Admission to Kings Dominion Theme Park, Waterpark, Parking and an All-You-Can-Eat Meal!

Plus DJ & DOOR PRIZES!

\

Tickets on Sale Now!

H&S Bn, HQMC, Henderson Hall MARINES / FAMILY MEMBERS

Tickets on Sale Now!

H&S Bn, HQMC, Henderson Hall Civilians (Henderson Hall only)

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT PICNIC Served from 1530 -1700 hours in Pavilions

Includes Fried Chicken, Hot Dogs, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Assorted Ice Cream

Treats, Soft Drinks , Iced Tea & Water. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Deadline to purchase tickets is July 22, 2015

To Purchase Tickets Please Contact: MSgt. Jeremy Owens – Family Readiness Officer

703-614-5979 ● [email protected]


gust

2015

10

GOLFWITH US!

NOW – SEPTEMBER 2015Join your friends and colleagues on the greens one Friday a month April to September!

Golf With Us and we provide a round of golf, fees, cart and a delicious lunch — all for one AMAZING price.You provide the camaraderie and fun!

2015 fees held at 2014 prices NCOs and below: $30 Officers, SNCOs, and Retirees: $40 Civilians: $55

Open to DoD ID card holders and their guests

Visit www.mccsHH.com/GolfWithUs for the link to register and pay.

Call 703-697-2706 for more information

DATE PLACE RESERVATIONS BYAugust 21, 8:30 AM Lee’s Hill August 14

September 18, 8:30 AM MCB Quantico September 11

REGISTER AND PAY ONLINE

24/7


Summer Swim Challenge Last Thursday of the Month

4:30 – 5:30 PMAugust 27 - Backstroke Competition

SU

MM

ER SWIM CHALLENG

E

Zembiec Pool

Summer Programs at Zembiec Pool

AQUA AEROBICS

Aqua Aerobics Intro ClassesTuesdays and Thursdays

through August 20 1 – 2 PM

Half Iron Swim Wednesday, August 19

6 AM – Noon

™

®Semper Fit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations upon request. Please contact us at 703-693-7351 at least one (1) week in advance of event. Check www.mccsHH.com /Pool.html for more information.

Summer Hours Monday – Friday 6 AM – 6 PM • Saturdays 10 AM – 4 PM

Sundays Closed

OOHRAH RUN SERIES

Upcoming Races

Sep 16 Devil Dog 7K Race

Oct 14 Remembrance 5K Race

MCCS Henderson Hall Semper Fit

FUN RUNS Oct 7 Navy Mutual Aid Association Semper Fi-ve K

Nov 13 JBM-HH Turkey Trot 5K

See www.mccsHH.com/OohRahRunSeries for more information and to register

or call 703-614-6332

™

®

http://www.facebook.com/mccshh

http://www.navymutual.org

august 2015 mccshh

Documents