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(Above) Two Cadet Basic Training cadre close their eyes and react to the chemical compound to which they were exposed in the House of Tears (gas chamber) during Chemical, Biological and Radiological training during CBT in July. (Right) Members of the Class of 2020 stand in the House of Tears with their protective masks, prior to taking them off in the gas chamber during CBT. See Pages 6-7 for Cadet Basic Training photos. Photos by Class of 2017 Cadet austin laChanCe
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By Staff Judge Advocate’s Claims Office
Cadets and personnel should be aware that leaving personal property unsecured and/or unattended during Reorganization Week may result in theft.
Reasonable and prudent care in protecting your personal property from theft and/or damage is to be exercised. All high-value items should be secured and clearly labeled with your name, company and class.
It is recommended that cadets and personnel report any missing or damaged property through their chain of command (TAC Officer or TAC NCO) as soon as possible after checking the last known location and condition of the property.
If property incurs water damage while held in a trunk room or other government storage facility, an attempt should be made to dry and salvage the items. Do not dispose of damaged items unless they present a health hazard due to mold or mildew. Items should be dried out and/or washed/cleaned.
If disposal of property becomes necessary, first take photographs of any damaged items
During Reorgy Week—Protect and secure your property
and make contact with the supporting claims office. Personnel claims are adjudicated by the Redstone Arsenal Claims Office:
USA, AMCOMATTN: AMSAM-LJ-CBLDG 3439 Honest John RoadRedstone Arsenal, AL 35898256-842-2072
Please keep in mind that the Personnel Claims Act (PCA) is not intended as insurance coverage, rather it is a statutory allocation intended to lessen the hardships of military life. Claims may only be paid if certain conditions are met, including proper security precautions, an attempt to salvage any damaged items and the timely reporting of the loss. Failure to file your claim in a timely manner may result in the denial of payment. Additionally, if you have private insurance that may cover your loss, you will be required to file a claim with your insurance first in addition to the military.
If you need further assistance, contact the U.S. Military Academy Claims Office at 845-938-2016 or [email protected].
By Staff Judge Advocate’s Claims Office
Moving is a fact of military life and all service members should be aware of the “75-day rule.” Failure to comply with this rule may result in the loss of potential monetary recovery.
When your household goods are delivered, the mover should provide a Form 1850, Notice of Loss or Damage. On this form, you (or your agent) will list any items damaged or lost during the move. Both you and the mover will sign and date this form.
Your signature indicates an understanding that you have 75 days to discover and list any further loss and/or damage. Upon discovery of loss, it should be indicated on the back of the form and returned to the mover. This can be accomplished by logging in to Move.mil,
Claims Tip: Household goods claims and the “75-day rule”
selecting the “Defense Personnel Property,” and submitting your form.
If you fail to give timely notice of loss and/or damage of your household goods, it may result in non-payment.
The United States Army and the Department of Defense require that you, as the service member, file a claim for loss with the Transportation Service Provider before filing a claim with the military.
If you are unsatisfied with the monetary compensation remedy offered by the mover, then you have a right to file your claim through the Personnel Claims Army Information Management System web portal on the Judge Advocate General Corps Net website.
If you have any questions, contact the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate Claims division at 845-938-2016 or [email protected].
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Leaving a Legacy: Firsties to New CadetsStory by Michelle EberhartAssistant Editor
In just a few short days, the Class of 2020 will be marching back to central area from Camp Buckner, ending the first, and arguably the hardest, six weeks of the 47-month cadet experience—Cadet Basic Training.
While out in the field, the soon to be “plebes” have been lead through multiple aspects of training by the Class of 2017, cadets who are less than a year away from becoming commissioned second lieutenants in the United States Army.
Class of 2017 Cadets had a lot to say about the new cadets’ progress, as well as some advice that they’d give themselves as they look back at the past three years.
Cadet Andrew Dutch, platoon leader from the 2nd Platoon, Alpha Company, was preparing his cadets to have their first experience in the gas chamber, but he noted they’ve been following a hectic schedule throughout the detail.
“We did first aid qualification at the range, then we did team live fire, climbing day, we did medical, so we’ve done a lot. We’ve been busy this detail,” Dutch said.
As far as advice, Dutch suggests that the new cadets take advantage of the activities that West Point has to offer.
“Just make the most of the opportunities you have at West Point,” Dutch says. “Try to find
a good club to go with, try to find activities to leave, like field trips. I went to the Holocaust Museum when I was a plebe and that was an awesome experience. There are a lot of places to go and things to do as a plebe so you have to take advantage of that.”
Cadet Stephen Spratt, Cadet First Sergeant for Gulf Company, said that the high tempo training has been beneficial for the new cadets.
“They’re doing very well, motivation is really high,” Spratt said. “I know Beast for them is supposed to be hard and challenging, but they’re handling it really well, they’re having a fun time and they’re really learning a lot.”
Spratt remembers advice that his father had given him when he was entering the Academy as a new cadet.
“Everything has an end date, Beast is not forever,” Spratt said. “Each day gets better and better the closer it gets, so take it day by day, learn what you can, do the right thing, and before you know it, it will be over. I’m a rising senior this year and it’s flown by.”
In addition to the new cadets’ ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment, Cadet Platoon Sergeant Newton Tsang is impressed by their capacity to retain new information.
“I’d say our company is full of very quick learners,” Tsang noted of the Charlie Company new cadets. “They’re essentially sponges when it comes to absorbing the material and I’m confident that they’re going to continue to do
well for the rest of the detail.” Tsang’s guidance to the new cadets is
universal.“Trust your peers and the people within your
chain of command,” Tsang advised. “You’ve got to learn how to trust your peers and those who are there for you, from the top, down.”
Cadet Vaden Williams had the opportunity to see new cadets from all companies, as he was the Cadet in Charge for the team live fire range.
“I think that they’re going to be great Soldiers in the future,” Williams said of all the
new cadets. “The training that they’re doing is going to possibly be some of the best training they’re going to get. The new cadets have been pretty motivated.”
Williams’ advice resonates throughout the Army as well.
“Definitely listen to your superiors, they know what they’re doing,” Williams directed. “They know the bigger picture and they’re there for you.”
The new cadets officially become “plebes” Aug. 13 at the Acceptance Day Parade.
Charlie Company commander, Class of 2017 Cadet and Cadet Capt. James Grays, motivates the new cadets during their march out to Field Training Exercise during Cadet Basic Training July 25.
A Class of 2017 Cadet leads the new cadets of the Class of 2020 in an early m o r n i n g p h y s i c a l t r a i n i n g s e s s i o n d u r i n g Cadet Basic T r a i n i n g earlier this s u m m e r . Photos by Class of 2017 Cadet austin laChanCe
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CP26 roadshow speaks at the U.S. Military Academy
The Department of Civil & Mechanical Engineering hosted the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) Excellence in Civil Engineering Education (ExCEEd) Teaching Workshop July 17-22. The ExCEEd Teaching Workshop is an annual one-week workshop that provides 24 engineering educators from across the nation with an opportunity to improve their teaching. The workshop is a major component of ASCE’s ongoing faculty development initiative, called Project ExCEEd, and has been annually held at West Point since 1999. It has been highly successful, as measured by positive feedback from participants, assessments by ASCE observers and very favorable coverage in professional publications. During this year’s workshop, Dr. Brock E. Barry and Lt. Col. Aaron Hill served as workshop coordinators and Lt. Col. Brad Wambeke served as a senior mentor. Courtesy Photo
CME hosts ExCEEd Workshop
By Cory Hancock U.S. Army Force Management Support Agency
Civilian Careers was the topic of discussion during the Career Program 26–Manpower and Force Management (CP26) Proponency Office roadshow at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point July 18-19.
“I found the roadshow very informative especially if you are new to CP26 or working for the government in general,” said Samantha D’Cunha, a management analyst at the West Point Garrison. “I found out that some people are not aware of the classes they are able to take and I learned some new websites to research specific topics and places I can go to find certain classes pertaining to my career program.”
During the visit to West Point, the CP26 Proponency Office hosted two roadshows. One version was presented to the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) West
Point Chapter and another presentation was given to the West Point community at large.
More than 50 people attended the roadshows during the visit.
The roadshow focused on many topics, related not only to CP26 but Army civilian careers overall.
Topics included reviewing the ACTEDS Plan, applying for competitive professional development opportunities and the Army’s talent management programs.
“As a newbie to the federal government, more organizations should begin with roadshows like this. It was very informative and well presented,” D’Cunha said. “I was shocked to hear some people were not aware of the different classes that are provided here. I believe everyone should take the opportunity given to them in the government because you most likely do not receive the same treatment in the private sector.”
In addition to the road show, Beryl Hancock, chief,
Manpower Policy, Plans and Programs Division and Chief of the CP26 Proponency Office, also presented her Army Civilian Toolkit briefing that included tips and tricks that can be used for searching for federal positions on USAJobs, looking for career broadening opportunities and how to develop an effective résumé.
“I learned some new information by striking up a conversation with the CP26 team,” D’Cunha said. “I also believe the résumé guide was also beneficial to everyone whether you are looking for a job or looking to help others in their search.”
“Speaking at such a storied institution is an honor,” Hancock said. “I am pleased that the CP26 Proponency Office was invited up here to share our briefings. The purpose of these roadshows is to strengthen cross communication between us and the field, so that we can better serve our manpower and force management community.”
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The West Point Community Gymnastics Club worked its five-day summer session July 25-29 at the Lou Gross Gymnastics Center. Children had a chance to run through an obstacle course to include running on pads, doing summersaults and diving into a pit of foam squares. The kids were also challenged by doing 10 jumping jacks, three chin-ups along with going over heavy mats and balance bars. The West Point Community Gymnastics Club regular classes begin Sept. 6 until May. Call Army Gymnastics Assistant Coach Carmine Giglio at 938-2880 for more details. Photos by Kathy eastwood/PV
W e s t P o i n t Gymnastics Club in full Summersault
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New cadets take aim on weapons trainingCBT
Photos by Class of 2017 Cadet Austin Lachance
AT4 Anti-Tank Weapon
Night Firewith M-4
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CBT:
(Updated) The West Point MWR Sports Office will conduct the fourth annual West Point Women’s Softball All-Star Game at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 15 at H-Lot Softball Fields.
Any West Point woman may participate whether they played in the league or not. All players must have a military or DOD ID Card to participate. MWR needs at least 20 women to participate for the game to be played.
To sign up, email Jim McGuinness at [email protected] or call 938-3033.
West Point Women’s Softball All-Star Game
The Superintendent’s Town Hall and Awards Ceremony is scheduled for 12:30-2 p.m. Aug. 11 in Robinson Auditorium. All those who are attending should be seated by 12:20 p.m.
S u p e r i n t e n d e n t ’ s Town Hall and Awards
By Keller Army Community Hospital
The New York Blood Center, with support from Keller Army Community Hospital, will host the West Point Blood Drive Aug. 22-25 on the fourth floor of Eisenhower Hall.
Dates and times are 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 22-24 and 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Aug. 25.
The New York Blood Center has an urgent need for blood donations this summer and is especially thankful to the West Point community for hosting the summer blood drive just prior to the Labor Day holiday when blood inventories are likely to be the lowest of the summer.
“It’s simple: hospital patient demand for blood during the summer often outpaces our best efforts to recruit donors and schedule blood drives,” said NYBC Executive Director of Donor Recruitment Andrea Cefarelli. “There are always reasons—most schools are out, people are on vacation—but we have to overcome that for the sake of hospital patients who need us.”
“This is one of the toughest times of the year,” Cefarelli added. “We’re asking for our dedicated supporters to roll up their sleeves to make sure we’re able to provide our hospital partners with whatever they need to take care of their patients.”
Blood products have a short shelf life – from five to 42 days, so constant replenishment is necessary. Each and every day there
are patients who depend on the transfusion of red blood cells, platelets and plasma to stay alive. But blood and blood products can’t be manufactured. They can only come from volunteer blood donors who take an hour to attend a blood drive or visit a donor center.
New York Blood Center is proud to be the exclusive supplier of blood and blood products to Keller Army Community Hospital, providing nearly 1,200 products each year. In addition, the New York Blood Center also provides blood and blood products to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and National Naval Medical Center as needed.
Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are appreciated. Visit http://goo.gl/g6ccrv to determine if you are eligible to give blood; and go to https://goo.gl/Moecxs to make an appointment.
From organ transplants to heart surgeries, today’s advanced medical care relies on blood transfusions. When one person donates a unit of blood, it can be separated into individual components, including whole blood, platelet, plasma, and automated red cells, to save multiple lives. Donating blood is a safe, simple and a satisfying experience.
Donors help meet the daily transfusion needs of cancer and surgery patients, accident and burn victims, newborns and mothers delivering babies, AIDS and sickle cell anemia patients, and many more.
New York Blood Center, Keller Army Community Hospital hosts West Point Blood Drive Aug. 22-25
New cadets take aim on weapons trainingM203 Grenade Launcher
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ANNOUNCEMENTS5th annual Storm King Run
The fifth annual Storm King Run along the historic Hudson River is scheduled for Aug. 21. The event inclues a 10K, 5K and 1-Mile Kids Fun Run. The start and finish is near West Point’s Washington Gate along Route 218.
The event schedule includes the Packet Pick-Up and On-Site Registration opening at 7:30 a.m.; the 1-Mile Kids Fun Run (Ages 11 and under) at 9 a.m.; and the 10K/5K start at 9:15 a.m.
There are awards for the top-three finishers in each age/gender category. Food and drink are provided. There are T-shirts for the first 400 registrants.
For details, visit and register at rotary-wphf.org or call 845-446-4106.
Out of the Darkness Community WalkThe third annual West Point Out of the Darkness Community
Walk is scheduled for Sept. 24 at Daly Field. Check-in and registration is at 9 a.m. The walk begins at 10 a.m.
The walk is to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention.
To register, visit http://afsp.donordrive.com/event/westpoint/. For details, call George M. Barnes at 845-938-2912 or email [email protected].
4th Class Sponsorship Program sign-upsDon’t forget the sign-up on the Academy Management
System website at https://apps.usma.edu/ for the 4th Class Sponsorship Program that is ongoing.
If you didn’t have a chance to host a new cadet for New Cadet Visitation Day, you can still request to sponsor new cadets for the academic year.
For details, contact Bob Brown, USCC operations, at 845-938-8609.
Fort Putnam summer hours Fort Putnam is open this summer for general access from 11
a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the month of August. There is no admission fee.
OUTSIDE THE GATESSleuthing for Animals at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
Come to the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum’s Outdoor Discovery Center, on Muser Drive, across from 174 Angola Road, to go Sleuthing for Animals at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Animals leave clues of their presence everywhere, but many people can’t recognize the evidence. Learn to read animal activity by analyzing tracks, beds, runs, nests, feathers and more.
This program is for adults and families with children ages 5 and older. There is a small admission fee.
For details, visit hhnaturemuseum.org or call 845-534-5506, ext. 204.
Purple Heart Appreciation Day ProgramJoin the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor at 2 p.m.
Sunday to commemorate the 234th anniversary of Gen. George Washington’s order creating the Badge of Military Merit, predecessor to the modern Purple Heart.
This year’s program will commemorate Purple Heart recipients who were non-combatants. Many chaplains, corpsmen, medics, nurses, doctors and military victims of terrorist attacks have earned this award, and the Hall of Honor will share some of their stories of sacrifice.
Light refreshments will be served. The program will be held outdoors under a tent. RSVP to the event because of limited seating at 845-561-1765. Admission is free.
The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor is located at 374 Temple Hill Road (Route 300) New Windsor, NY 12553.
For more details, call 845-561-1765.
Hudson Valley Blood ServicesThe Masons of West Point Lodge #877 in Highland Falls,
in conjunction with the Hudson Valley Blood Services, is sponsoring a Blood Drive from 3:30-8 p.m. Aug. 18 on the second floor of the Masonic Lodge, located at 314 Main Street, Highland Falls.
Donors must be at least 16 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and not have donated blood within the last 54 days. Donors must also have a picture ID. Sixteen-year-olds must also have a parental consent form.
For more details or to schedule an appointment, call the Blood Drive Coordinator at 845-496-8589, or for general questions you may call the New York Blood Center at 1-800-933-BLOOD.
Second (Indianhead) Division AssociationThe Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching
for anyone who served in the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division at any time.
For information about the association and its 95th annual reunion in Springfield, Missouri, from Sept. 20-24, contact secretary-treasurer, Bob Haynes, at [email protected] or 224-225-1202; or visit www.2ida.org.
Highlands Farmers Market is openThe West Point Town of Highlands Farmers Market is open
for the 2016 season every Sunday. The farmers and food vendors who local residents have known and loved in previous years will be back with fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, jam, jellies, pickles and more.
Check the Facebook page at West Point Town of Highlands Farmer’s Market for updates.
Trophy flags from the end of the American Revolution on exhibit at the West Point Museum
Congress, in grateful recognition of the invaluable services of Gen. George Washington during the American Revolution, presented him with the first British flag captured in 1775 and one of the last surrendered flags from Yorktown in 1781.
These flags descended to Washington’s step-grandson and adopted son, George Washington Parke Custis.
Custis, the father-in-law of Robert E. Lee, maintained the flags and other relics of his stepfather in his estate in Arlington, Virginia. Custis called the flags the “Alpha and Omega” of the war. The West Point Museum is open at no charge, seven days a week, from 10:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
For details, call 938-3590 or visit the Museum on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WestPointMuseum.
Army West Point Gymnastics World Record Event
The Army West Point Gymnastics Program wants to get the entire Corps of Cadets, local schools and gymnastics programs involved in shattering the current world record for the most people performing cartwheels simultaneously.
West Point has been selected as the site for the 2017 NCAA Men’s Division I Gymnastics Championships. This three-day competition will be held April 20-22, 2017 at Christl Arena.
This marks the third time since 2005 that West Point has hosted this championship meet.
To celebrate the occasion and demonstrate to the world that all West Point cadets are trained in activities that promote and enhance a healthy lifestyle, physical fitness and movement behavior, the Academy wants to break the current cartwheels record, which is 690.
This event can easily break this record and it’s West Point’s intent to do it in a manner that showcases the professionalism, athleticism and spirit of West Point to the Nation.
The intent is to break the world record at 11:30 a.m. April 20. This is a Thursday, which is the first day of the NCAA Championships.
Groups interested in participating in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity should contact Head Gymnastics Coach, Doug Van Everen, at 845-938-3802 or email at [email protected] or Capt. Josh Burnett, Army West Point Gymnastics Operations Officer, at 845-938-6623 or email at [email protected].
2016 Women’s Equality DayThe West Point Equal Opportunity Office is sponsoring
2016 Women’s Equality Day at noon Aug. 26 at the West Point Club.
The theme of the event is “Celebrating Women’s Right to Vote.” Guest speaker is Donna Lieberman, who is the executive director of the New York Civil Liberties Union.
Staff and Faculty must RSVP to [email protected] by Aug. 19. After Aug. 19, lunch can not be guaranteed.
Cadets must sign-up online at https://cis.usma.eu.For details, contact the USMA EO Office at 938-6745 or
the USCC EO Office at 938-8456, or email [email protected].
Community
EDUCATION and WORKSHOPSFunctional Academic Skills Training
It’s that time again as the West Point Education Center is offering another Functional Academic Skills Training at the Center from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sept. 6-27, except Sept. 9 and 14.
Raise your General Technical (GT) score through Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST) at the Army Education Center, 683 Buckner Loop (next to Subway).
For details, contact Nancy Judd at 845-938-3464 or Tonya Rauckhorst at 845-938-5389.
Army Education Center College courses are offered through the Army Education
Center at West Point. Undergraduate classes: • Mount Saint Mary College—Call Shari Seidule at 845-446-
0535 or email [email protected];• Saint Thomas Aquinas—Call Erica Rodriguez at 845-446-
2555 or email [email protected] studies:• John Jay College of Criminal Justice–Master’s Degree in
Public Administration—Call Jennifer Heiney at 845-446-5959 or email [email protected];
• Long Island University–Master’s Degrees in School Counseling, Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Counseling—Call Mary Beth Leggett at 845-446-3818 or email [email protected].
The Army Education Center is located at 683 Buckner Loop (between Starbucks and Subway).
Army Personnel Testing programsThe Army Education Center at West Point offers Army
Personnel Testing (APT) programs such as the AFCT, DLAB, DLPT, SIFT through the DA and DLI.
Tests are free of charge to Soldiers. Call the Testing Center at 938-3360 or email [email protected] for details or an appointment.
Employee Assistance ProgramWest Point Garrison offers an Employee Assistance Program
that is a free and confidential counseling for civilians, family members and retirees.
The program offers services from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday. The EAP is located at 656 Eichelberger Road.
For details, call 938-1039.
DANTES testingThe Army Education Center at West Point offers academic
testing programs through the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) such as the SAT and ACT. Pearson VUE offers licensing and certification exams.
Most tests are free of charge to Soldiers.Call the Testing Center at 938-3360 or email gwenn.wallace@
usma.edu for details or an appointment.
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WEST POINT MWR CALENDAR www.westpointmwr.com
FEATURED EVENT2016 Staff and Faculty Noontime Ultimate Frisbee sign-ups
The MWR Sports Offi ce will conduct the 2016 Noontime Staff & Faculty Ultimate Frisbee League.
Departments or organizations wishing to enter a team may do so by calling James McGuinness, MWR Sports Offi ce, at 938-3066, or email at [email protected].
The league will start play around Aug. 15. Games will start at 12:15 p.m. every Monday-Friday. Games will be played at River Courts and Target Field.
Deadline for team entries is today. Teams must supply a list of no play dates by the deadline today.
CYS Services Sports JBK Soccer TryoutsJunior Black Knights soccer tryouts for all ages will be held
at 6 p.m. Aug.17 at H-Lot Field. For more details, call 938-8896.
Teens Summer Boat Ride If you are new to or entering ninth grade at James I. O’Neill
High School, join us for a Hudson River Boat Ride Aug. 24. Boarding of the Superintendent’s boat begins at 1:30 p.m. at
South Dock and we will cruise the Hudson River from 2-4 p.m. Admission is a bag of chips, package of cookies or beverage
(soda) to share, along with a signed permission slip. For more details, call 938-2092 (School Liaison Offi ce) or
938-3550 (MST). A signed permission slip is required to board the boat.
School Age Center Summer Camp The School Age Center offers weekly summer camp
programming for children in grades Kindergarten through fi fth grade. The West Point SAC provides a variety of experiences for children through planned and developmentally appropriate activities and experiences that promote learning and exploration.
Weekly sessions run through Aug. 29. For details, contact Erin Faherty, SAC Director, at 938-0086
or Jacquelyn Butler, SAC Assistant Director, at 938-0089.
CYS Services Sports Needs CoachesVolunteer coaches are needed to coach starting Aug. 29 for
Just 4 U Soccer (age 4), Division A Soccer (ages 5-6), Division B Soccer (ages 7-8), Division C Soccer (ages 9-10).
Children’s registration fees will be waivered for volunteer coaches. For more details, call 938-8896.
Morgan Farm Summer Riding Camps
Morgan Farm is offering three-day and fi ve-day summer riding camps for kids ages 5 and up. No prior experience necessary.
There is a 10 percent discount to families of deployed Soldiers. For details, call 938-3926 or email westpointmwr.com/morgan.
Junior Golf Clinic at the West Point Golf CourseA Junior Golf Clinic will be held from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday-
Aug. 12. It is open to children ages 6-13. Learn from PGA Pro, Andy Crane. Perfect for any skill
level. There is a minimal fee for this event and rental clubs are provided. For details, call 938-8390.
Superintendent’s Golf ScrambleJoin Lt. Gen. Robert L. Caslen Jr. on Aug. 25 for the
Superintendent’s Golf Scramble. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m., with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. There is a fee associated with this event (fee includes greens-fee, cart, prizes and reception).
Call the Pro Shop at 845-938-2435 for more details.
Flag Football League sign-upsThe MWR Sports offi ce will conduct the 2016 West Point
Flag Football League sign up. It is open to all USMA personnel 18 years of age and older. Games will be played on Monday and Wednesday evenings
starting Sept.7. Deadline for entries will be Aug. 31. For details, contact James McGuinness at 938-3066, or email
August events with Leisure Travel ServicesJoin Leisure Travel Services for its August events. The
upcoming events include: • Sunday—Take a tour of New York City. Leave West Point
at 8 a.m., leave NYC at 4 p.m. • Aug. 12—Trip to Saratoga Raceway. Come see thoroughbred
racing at is best. Leave West Point at 9 a.m., leave Saratoga at 6 p.m.
For ticket pricing, reservations and more information, call 938-3601.
FOR THE YOUTHS
Yoga at Trophy Point Join the MWR Fitness Center at Trophy Point for Outdoor
Yoga with Christine. Classes start at 8:40 a.m., weather permitting. Classes are scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 20, Sept. 3 and 17.
There is a minimal fee for this class. For details, call 938-6490.
FOR THE ADULTS
There is a minimal fee for this event. Reservations are required by calling 938-5102.
Discover Outdoor Recreation’s Paintball facility at West Point
MWR’s Outdoor Recreation multi-fi eld paintball facility is the perfect setting for birthday parties, department team building and family outings.
It can host functions from 10-50 people, food and drink included in packages.
For details, email [email protected] or call 938-0123.
Delafi eld Pond is now openDelafi eld Pond is now open for swimming. Hours of operation
are 11 a.m.-6 p.m., seven days a week. Family Splash Passes and Punch Cards are available for
purchase, so come on out and start soaking up the sun for the summer fi lled with sun and fun in the water.
For details, call 938-5158.
Certifi ed Golf LessonsThe West Point Golf Course is now offering individual
certifi ed golf lessons with Andy Crane, PGA professional. Group rates are also available. For details, call 938-2435.
ODR 2016 Summer Movie Series MWR Outdoor Recreation presents free movies to the public
on a giant infl atable movie screen. The upcoming movies are:• Saturday—The Peanuts Movie, 8:30 p.m. at Trophy Point.
The movie follows the Kids’ Concert;• Aug. 27—Minions, 8 p.m. at H Lot Fields;• Sept. 17—Tangled, 7:30 p.m., H Lot Fields.Don’t forget to bring your blankets or lawn chairs. For details, call 845-938-0123.
Newcomers Hudson Cruise with ACSThe Newcomers Hudson Cruise is open to all West Point
newcomers and their families who have inprocessed to West Point. Enjoy a cruise on the Hudson River starting at 1 p.m. Aug. 18.
For details, call 938-3487.
Unifi ed SportsThe Exceptional Family Member Program will continue
working with the West Point cadets to facilitate Unifi ed Sports. MWR believes in bringing people together and fostering an environment of friendship, support and compassion through several different activities.
Through Unifi ed Sports, you can take part with our dedicated cadet volunteers in a series of outdoor sport activities.
Join us as we create friendships, learn and most importantly, have fun.
Upcoming Unifi ed Sports dates include:• Aug. 21—Unifi ed Sports on the Plain; • Sept. 18—Unifi ed Trail (Constitution Island); • Oct. 2—Unifi ed Patch (Pumpkin/Apple Picking); • Oct. 16—Unifi ed Riding (Horseback);• Oct. 30—Unifi ed Hoops (Tentative);• Nov. 6—Unifi ed Learning; • Nov. 20—Unifi ed Tennis.For details, call 938-5655/0232 or email us at Josephine.
[email protected] or [email protected].
Back to School Family NightJoin the West Point Club from 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 26 for a
family night dinner buffet. It’s time to reconnect with old friends and welcome new friends to the West Point community.
There will be face painting, an ice cream truck, manicure station, tattoo station, photo booth, balloon artist and a magician.
FOR THE FAMILIES
MWR Fitness Center’s Ring Run 5KBuilding Esprit de Corps amongst the West Point community.
The Ring Run 5K will be held Aug. 27 with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. Race Day registration begins at 7 a.m.
Pre-registration begins Aug. 12. The start and fi nish of the race is at the MWR Fitness Center. Cadets run free, but must register.
Strollers and leashed dogs are welcomed. Prizes will be given to the top runners. After the race, enjoy light refreshments. There is a minimal fee for this event.
For details, call 938-6490.
Driving Range open weekendsThe Driving Range at the West Point Golf Course is open
through Sept. 4. The Driving Range will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday,
Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting). One size bucket of balls will be available and MWR will have
limited concession services available for additional purchase. For details, call 845-938-2435.
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• Home Depot Kids Workshop: Home Depot Kids Workshop at B126 Washington Road from 3-4:30 p.m. Aug. 16.
A great event for children, all of the supplies will be provided by Home Depot for your child to make a wonderful project.
To register, email [email protected] by Aug. 12.
Friday—Now You See Me 2, PG-13, 7:30 p.m.Saturday—Independence Day Resurgence, PG-13, 7:30 p.m.(For movie details and updated schedules, visit www.shopmyexchange .com/ ree l - t ime - thea t res /Wes t -Point-1044343.)
Theatre schedule at Mahan Hall, Bldg. 752.MOVIES at MAHAN
Keller dedicates a day specifi cally for School and Sports Physicals
The Keller Army Community Hospital Primary Care Department will host a day dedicated to physicals for all schools and sports at 1 p.m. Aug. 17 to ensure that our benefi ciaries have their physicals prior to the start of the school year.
This dedicated clinic is a mass school physical day and you can expect lines at the various stations.
We will make every effort on this day to have your child see his or her Primary Care Manager. Benefi ciaries who cannot make this dedicated day can make an appointment at any time.
This year’s theme will be “Hawaii and the Beach.” Students and athletes are encouraged to dress up in appropriate Hawaiian and/or beach attire. Prizes will be provided to those who participate.
Obtain the necessary forms from the appropriate school nurse, complete the parent’s portion and bring them to your child’s appointment along with all copies of your child’s immunizations.
To request an appointment for the school or sports physical, call 938-7992 or 800- 552-2907.
Keller offers Childbirth Education Classes
Keller Army Community Hospital will be offering a Childbirth Education Course from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 20 at Keller’s 4th fl oor classroom.
Topics include, but are not limited to, what to expect during labor and delivery, pain relief options, newborn care and breastfeeding.
For more details, contact Keller ’s Obstetrics Unit at 938-3210.
EDIS to conduct “free” Developmental/Hearing Screenings
Not all children develop the same way—some need extra help. If you are a military or civilian family that resides at West Point and have a child ages birth to 3 years old with
questions or concerns relating to your child’s communication skills, motor skills, self-help skills, learning, vision, hearing, behavior, and/or social interactions please join the Educational & Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS) at the Free Developmental/Hearing Screenings.
The screenings will be conducted at the Stony Child Development Center (Bldg. 1207 Patrick Trail) in conjunction with the Audiology Dept., EDIS and West Point Schools, for ages birth to 5 years.
The screenings are 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sept. 13, by appointment only.
To schedule an appointment, contact Keller EDIS at 845-938-2698/6868.
Keller’s Over-the-Counter medication program
Did you know Keller Army Community Hospital has an “Over-the-Counter” medication program?
If you are a Keller benefi ciary and need OTC medication to self-care an acute minor illness, you can fi ll out the forms (located at the Keller Pharmacy) and receive up to fi ve items per family.
If any symptoms persist, worsen or do not improve within 48 hours, it is recommended you consult your medical provider.
New system—for benefi ciaries—to let Keller know ‘How We Are Doing’
The Army Provider Level Satisfaction Survey (APLSS) was replaced on June 20, 2016 with the Joint Outpatient Experience Survey (JOES). We encourage our patients to fi ll out the survey when they receive it in the mail.
JOES will combine and standardize long-standing methods used by the Army, Navy, Air Force and Defense Health Agency/National Capital Region to learn about benefi ciary health care experiences with the goal of making them better.
This single outpatient-visit based instrument will assist military treatment facilities with their goal of becoming a high reliability organization.
West Point Band presents “Kid’s Night” Saturday at Trophy Point
West Point Command Channel
Army Newswatch Thursday, Friday and Monday-Aug. 11
8:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
For the week of Aug. 4-11Channels 8/23
The West Point Band will continue its Music Under the Stars concert series with “Kid’s Night,” featuring Quintette 7, at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Trophy Point Amphitheater. Courtesy Photo
By the West Point Band
The West Point Band will continue its Music Under the Stars concert series with “Kid’s Night,” featuring Quintette 7. This interactive performance for children of all ages will take place at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Trophy Point Amphitheater. The concert will be preceded by an “instrument petting zoo” at 6 p.m.
In case of inclement weather, the concert will move inside to Eisenhower Hall Ballroom. As always, this event is free and open to everyone.
Calling all children and children-at-heart: come on down to Trophy Point for a story time like no other.
Join the West Point Band’s quirky Quintette 7 and marvelous MC Sgt. 1st Class Josh Economy as they set your favorite children’s stories to lively music.
From classics like Eric Carle’s “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” to fresh new works written by the band members themselves, the evening will have a story to suit any whim.
This fun and interactive performance will introduce kids to a silly symphony, a zany zoo and a fl irty frog before treating them to a very special West Point story that you’ll only hear at Trophy Point. Quintette 7 brings these tales to life in a hands-on musical experience you defi nitely won’t forget.
Also, parents, think you’ve got a future tubist on your hands? Make sure to arrive by 6 p.m. for the “instrument petting zoo,” where kids can get up close and personal with the instruments of the band and even try out their favorite ones.
For concert information, cancellations, and updates, call 938-2617 or visit www.westpointband.com.
• Macaroni Day: We will be making macaroni necklaces on Macaroni Day. Can you guess one of your favorite food dishes that includes this pasta as an ingredient?
Join West Point Family Homes at B126 Washington Road from 10-11 a.m. Aug. 23.
To register, email [email protected] by Aug. 19.
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West Point Summer Softball League Standings
Day one, first week of Army Football Camp
The Army West Point Football team welcomes the public to Michie Stadium Aug. 11 for Michie Movie Night. Gates open at 5 p.m. and children are invited on the field for various activities with cadet-athletes. This year's movie, “The Jungle Book,” will begin at 7 p.m. Football players will also be on hand to sign autographs before the start of the movie. Fans can bring blankets and enjoy the movie on the videoboard from the field or stands. Concessions will be available for purchase. Courtesy Photo
Michie Movie Night
**Playoff results (Upper Bracket)July 26—(Quarters) No. 2 seeded ODIA #1 defeated No. 7 seeded KACH two games to none (6-2, 11-2). July 26—(Quarters) No. 1 seeded USMA Band defeated No. 8 seeded ODIA #2 two games to none (19-2, 11-0). July 26—(Quarters) No. 4 seeded Math defeated No. 5 seeded DMI two games to none (12-2, 11-1).July 27—(Quarters) No. 6 seeded MPs defeated No. 3 seeded DPW two games to none (13-8, 12-2).July 27—(Semis) No. 1 seeded USMA Band defeated No. 4 seeded Math two games to none (24-20, 20-10).July 28—(Semis) No. 2 seeded ODIA #1 defeated No. 6 seeded MPs two games to one (7-3, 5-11, 15-4).
Top seeded Band will face No. 2 seeded ODIA #1 Monday for the Upper Bracket Championship.
**Playoff results (Lower Bracket)Monday—No. 9 seeded Engineers defeated No. 12 seeded ACI (11-1, 9-3).Monday—No. 11 seeded History/Social defeated No. 10 seeded CLS/PANE two games to none (15-14 in 8 innings, 11-1).Tuesday—No. 9 seeded Engineers defeated No. 11 seeded History/Social two games to none (13-3, 10-8).
By Matt FaulknerArmy Athletic Communications
The Army West Point Football team opened fall camp Monday under mostly cloudy skies at Howze Field.
Head coach Jeff Monken was excited for the first day of fall camp and took to Twitter that morning.
The rookies took to the field first with a separate practice session, while the upperclassmen came onto the practice field an hour after the plebes started.
The team practiced in only helmets on Monday and went through positional drills, 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 competition.
The practice ended with a little bit of fun and toughness with a tug-of-war competition.
Play of the Day: Middle linebacker Andrew King dropped in coverage and intercepted a pass over the middle during the 11-on-11 period between the top offense and defensive squads.
Quarterbacks in Focus: Camp begins with seven players on the depth chart for the quarterback position.
Chris Carter and Ahmad Bradshaw sit atop the chart after splitting time last season. Rookies Joey Benden, Malik McGue, Korie Frausto and Kelvin Hopkins Jr. are newcomers,
while sophomore Luke Langdon is back at camp after an injury last season, but is still sidelined. Quarterbacks coach Mitch Ware is back for his third season with the Black Knights.
For the first time since 2013, Army does not have senior signal caller on its roster. Bradshaw has the most experience with seven starts in 2015.
Bradshaw and Carter shared reps throughout practice, while the rookies saw time with the first-year units.
Extra Points: • The rookies began their first preseason
practice with a portion starting prior to the entire team.
• Special teams, which is under the direction of assistant coach Sean Saturnio, worked on punts to start practice.
• Andrew McLean was in full practice mode after missing most of last season with an injury.
• McGue hit Jeff Ejekam in stride for a 60-yard touchdown pass during 7-on-7 drills.
• Luke Peterman also pulled down a touchdown pass during the drill.
• The defense won the tug-of-war battle by a 7-2 margin.
• The longest battle of the competition was between lineman Mike Houghton and Raymond Wright with Wright prevailing in the end.
The Army West Point Football team’s fall camp began Monday with seven quarterbacks on the depth chart, including sophomore Chris Carter (left) and freshman Malik McGue. Photos by MiChelle eberhart/PV
