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THIS WEEK BLESSED GRADS AT CHAPEL CEREMONY 2 CLASS OF 2034 READY FOR THE FUTURE 3 KYE LOROK WALKS DOWN THE AISLE AT THE 2021 BACCALAUREATE SWIM SAFETY CEREMONY AT THE ISLAND MEMORIAL CHAPEL MAY 16. JESSICA DAMBRUCH UPDATES FOR SUMMER 6
The Kwajalein High School Class of 2021 poses for a photo before the Island Memorial Chapel Baccalaureate ceremony May 16. Back row from left: Logan Lelet, Brent Cote, Hunter Gray, Connor Charleton, Tyler Cote, Zach Hill. Front row, from left: Cameron Dodson, Abbie Warren, Julia Sholar, Hannah Finley, Kye Lorok, Rod Hazzard, Hilai Reimers, OJ deBrum, Iolani Anjolok, Alyssa England, Maegan Aljure, Katie O’Rourke, Minnie Snoddy, Ayele Corder and Ashley Homuth. COMMUNITY BLESSES 2021 GRADUATES they received as students with others. Christy, shared the story of why she Sometimes the best way to face the fu- chose to begin teaching art on Kwaja- ture is with the support of the entire lein 21 years ago, calling her move both community. the biggest and most important step of As is tradition in churches and her entire life. Cardillo, a history teach- schools around the world, the gradu- er, imparted how growing in faith from ating class receives a blessing from the childhood to adulthood had shaped her community at a faith-based baccalau- outlook and values. She encouraged the reate ceremony. students to stay connected and to seek On May 16, Kwajalein’s Island Memo- out meaningful ways to continue their rial Chapel and lawn were packed with own personal walk on their respective family members and friends for the future campuses and military installa- 2021 baccalaureate ceremony to bless tions. this year’s graduates. The evening culminated with an is- This year’s event was inspired by a land-style buffet under the stars with verse from the biblical New Testament music provided by Bed Shamory and 1 book of 2 Corinthians, 3:17: “Now the Samantha Samson. Lord is that spirit: And where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” The central themes of freedom, for- giveness and grace formed the core of the night’s special performances and messages. Passages from a responsive reading led by IMC Ch. Brian Conner empha- sized the thankfulness of the commu- nity for its new, young members: “We give you blessings of goodwill and love as you journey forth into the world. We thank you for the laughter and fellow- ship that you have shared with us and pray that as you begin your next jour- ney, remember the times that we all have shared with you.” The night included the presentation of USAG-KA Command coins awarded to each graduate by USAG-KA Com- mand Sgt. Maj. Ismael Ortega, and a 2 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH special worship hula performance by the graduating ladies, as well as special 1) Logan Lelet heads back down the aisle to the post-ceremony party and buffet for invited Kwajalein School System key- friends and families of the graduating class. 2) Special top honors were in store for note speakers Christi Cardillo and Jane the graduating class of 2021. Pictured here, U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll Com- Christy. In their remarks, both guest mand Sgt. Maj. Ismael Ortega, left, presents Iolani Anjolok with a Command coin speakers encouraged the graduates to during the ceremony. be bold and forgiving as they explored the next phase of their lives off-island Congratulations to the Class of 2021. Check out next week’s Kwajalein Hourglass for and to share the kindness and wisdom photos from the 2021 Kwajalein High School Commencement ceremony. THE KWAJALEIN HOURGLASS The Kwajalein Hourglass is named for the insignia of Contents of the Hourglass are not necessarily official Garrison Commander.....................................Col. Jeremy Bartel the U.S. Army's 7th Infantry Division, which liberated views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, De- Garrison CSM..........................................Sgt. Maj. Ismael Ortega the island from the forces of Imperial Japan on Feb. 4, partment of Defense, Department of the Army or US- Public Affairs Officer.................................................Mike Brantley 1944. AG-KA. It is published Saturdays in accordance with Communications Manager......................................Jordan Vinson The Kwajalein Hourglass is an authorized publication Army Regulation 360-1. Editor.........................................................Jessica “JD” Dambruch for military personnel, federal employees, contractor Phone: Defense Switching Network 254-5169 workers and their families assigned to U.S. Army Garri- Local phone: 5-5169 son-Kwajalein Atoll. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 2 The Kwajalein Hourglass
CLASS OF 2034 CELEBRATES FIRST GRADUATION 1 The graduating class of 2034 took their first steps toward K-12 education at the US- AG-KA Child and Youth Services Child Development Center Pre-K Graduation ceremony at the Corlett Recreation Cen- ter May 15. During the event, CDC Director Chel- sea Webber congratulated the graduates on completing the CDC Pre-K program, an Army-accredited battery of courses and activities designed to prepare stu- dents for public school through pro- grams that facilitate fitness, enrichment and education. Together with their guests, the grad- 2 3 uates watched a photo-slideshow show- casing many of those activities—among them, visits to different island worksites, the RTS Weather Station, and the Kwaja- lein Fire Department and Memorial Gar- dens—and what students have learned throughout the year. After turning tassels, following the cer- emony, guests and grads enjoyed a cele- bratory reception prepared by staff and parent volunteers. 1) The class of 2034 gathers onstage at the Corlett Recreation Center May 15 for their Pre-K graduation ceremony. 2) With 4 much pomp and circumstance, the young grads enter the CRC. 3) Ruby Strouse, cen- ter, poses for a photo with her diploma and CDC Director Chelsea Webber, left, and CDC Lead Teacher Lisa Forester. 4) Proud mom Claudia Caro, center, bestows a flower lei on her son, Mateo. 5) Let the party begin: This reception only needs grads. 6) Confetti decorates the CRC stage and small empty chairs ready for next year’s Pre-K students. 5 6 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 3 The Kwajalein Hourglass
1 U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH 3 2 1) Roi Dining Services employ- 3) Roi AAFES Manager Dani ee Cinderella Garcia, left, is Watson helps a customer at hard at work at Cafe Roi after the checkout. 4) Logistics per- a lunch hour rush last week. sonnel supporting Transient 2) Roi resident Tammy McDer- Housing and Billeting haul mott bikes into an oncoming furniture up the stairs at the rainstorm last week. Roi Spartan BQ May 12. 4 Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 4 The Kwajalein Hourglass
J. V I E W F R M K WA OM FRO KW IEW A J. V VIE A J. 1 VIEW FROM KW W FR VIEW O M K WA J . V I E W FROM U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH KWAJ WA J . MK FRO RO M KW WF AJ. VIE VIEW F R O M K WA J . 3 2 4 1) These nighttime visitors at the Small Boat Marina formed a last week. 3) Boston Lang, left, and logistics personnel are part feeding school near the retaining wall and continued dinner un- of the team assembling the new Emon Beach swim platform. til well after dusk. 2) Kwajalein residents are creative in how 4) Behind the Kwajalein Scuba Club tank house, the wheel and they get from point A to point B. Pictured here, Allena Childress seat from a small boat are stationed on the grass. Could this be transports a full-sized mattress on the canopy of her tricycle a new B-boat training simulator? A recent success in the global fight for a cleaner environment took place on Majuro this past week. Personnel from U.S. Embassy Ma- juro hosted representatives of the Diplomatic Corpsand Ba Eniwot Juon to serve as witnesses of the embas- sy’s signing on to the organization’s single-use plastic petition. With this pledge, embassy will no longer be purchasing any single-use plastic items, including water bottles, uten- sils and cups. “We encourage other organiza- tions and offices to take this pledge and reduce waste,” said an embassy spokesperson in a recent social me- dia post. “Every bit counts when ad- U.S. EMBASSY MAJURO dressing the needs of a cleaner and more sustainable environment.” U.S. EMBASSY MAJURO PHOTO Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 5 The Kwajalein Hourglass
SUMMER SAFETY UPDATES Check out the maps to become reacquainted with the safe swim zones around Kwajalein and Roi-Namur. Forward any questions to USAG-KA Safety at 5-1442 or FMWR at 5-3400. Where to make a SAFE splash KWAJALEIN ROI-NAMUR The highlighted areas are the only unrestricted swim- The highlighted areas are the only unrestricted swim- ming areas at Kwajalein: Coral Sands, Camp Hamil- ming areas at Roi-Namur (Areas 1, 2, 3, 6, 12 and 13). ton, Emon Beach and North Point. A flotation device A flotation device is recommended 100 feet from shore is recommended 100 feet from shore and required for and required for distances of more than 300 feet from distances of more than 300 feet from shore. The buddy shore. The buddy system or shore watch is required. system or shore watch is required. CHANGES COMING TO EMON BEACH The Swim Platform The Ski Boat Dock Get ready to enjoy Emon This spring, Kwaj residents Beach like never before. This received a new ski boat dock summer, a new swim plat- in the lagoon swimming area. form and attached waterslide Please remember that there will be open and ready for is no lifeguard on duty in the 1 swimmers to use. ski boat area. The buddy sys- Island personnel are work- tem is required at all times. ing on bringing this fun new To swim in the ski boat area, feature online in the coming swimmers must first contact weeks. the Small Boat Marina at Please refrain from using 5-3643 or Harbor Control at the slide until all safety as- 5-2318. sessments have been com- Additionally, children un- pleted and the community der 10 years of age must be has been notified that the accompanied by and super- slide is open. vised by a responsible person at least 15 years-old. Be safe and have fun. Con- 2 tact the USAG-KA safety of- fice with questions on recre- ational water safety at 5-1442. 1) The new ski boat dock is open for action in the Kwajalein la- goon. 2) Coming soon: Kwaj residents will be able to enjoy an Emon Beach waterslide. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 6 The Kwajalein Hourglass
KWAJ SCOUTS THANK MIT LL A little generosity goes a long way. Massa- chusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory recently provided corporate donations to Kwajalein’s Boy and Girl Scout troops. Funds will be used to pur- chase supplies for troops and to support scouting activities in and around Kwaja- lein Atoll. “The Kwajalein scouting organizations are thankful for the continued local sup- port," said GSA representative Carrie Aljure in a statement to the Kwajalein Hourglass this week. From left: Tina Legere of MIT LL, cen- ter, poses for a photo with Kwajalein Girl Scouts representative Carrie Aljure, left, and Boy Scouts representative Andrea COURTESY OF CARRIE ALJURE Strong at the Kwajalein Scout Hut. ATTENTION PET OWNERS All USAG-KA residents and pet owners are encouraged to at- tend this community town hall to receive the latest on pet owner- ship policies and recent updates to the garrison animal control policy. PET TOWN HALL Please bring your questions, con- cerns and compliments for US- AG-KA leadership to this event. 5:30 p.m. May 27 at the Contact the USAG-KA Public Island Memorial Chapel Affairs Officer with questions at 5-4848. THE PFIZER VACCINE IS NOW APPROVED FOR CHILDREN AGED 12 TO 15 YEARS To schedule your child’s vaccination appointment, please contact USAG-KA Health Systems Specialist Sue Mosier at suzanne.m.mosier.civ@mail.mil or 5-2354. RMI DRIVER’S LICENSE E-WARENESS: GIANT CLAMS RENEWAL Two species of giant clams are found on Kwajalein Atoll: Tridacna Gigas and Tri- The Republic of the Marshall Island’s dacna squamosa. Department of Motor Vehicle will vis- Both are protected throughout the it USAG-KA to process RMI driver’s li- atoll by the USAKA Environmental cense renewals and new issues Monday, Standards and the Endangered Species May 24 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the RMI Act. Please do not harass or collect liv- Liaison Office, in the downtown area. ing species, collect or export Giant Clam shells. The giant clam shells found in The cost for a renewal or new issue is $20. pack-outs or mailed packages can result To renew or apply for a new RMI driver’s in large fines. Jouj im jab ireji ak boki mejen wod license, please bring a current picture or Ruo kain mejen wod ko rellap rej bed kein. identification card (e.g. state-side driv- ilo malo in Kwajalein, juon ne Tridacna Joij im jab aini, kakoni, im komakiti ak er’s license, K-badge, C-badge or pass- Gigas im Juon Tridactna squomosa. jilkinlok nan ilikin mejen wod kein port). Mejen wod kein rej bed umin kejbarok Enaj wor fine ko rellap elane mejen eo an USAKA Environmental Standards wod kein renaj bed ilo mweik in pack- For more information, please call the im Endangered Species Act eo ak . outs ko ak ilo mail ko. RMI Liaison Office at 5-3620/3600 or the USAG-KA Host Nation Office at 5-2103/5325. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 7 The Kwajalein Hourglass
TRAVEL and QUARANTINE Tracking changes to RMI travel restrictions and travel regulations? Check back here each week for updates to island flight information, quarantine and Covid-19 testing information from U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll and Republic of the Marshall Islands. Headed off island The Kwajalein Hospital reminds ev- eryone that it is not possible to have residents seek any routine or specialized medical and dental treatment they may this summer? prescriptions filled while you reside in quarantine. Please bring enough refills need—including mammograms, root ca- nals and surgical extractions for wisdom Be prepared. to last through your two weeks of quar- antine in Honolulu and on U.S. Army teeth—if it is possible to schedule such appointments in advance with a primary Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll. A 90-day sup- healthcare provider. For more informa- plement is recommended. Also, while tion, please contact the Kwajalein Hospi- off island, it is recommended that island tal at 5-2224. RMI TRAVEL BAN Outbound COVID Test policy AND FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS EXTENDED TO MAY 31, 2021 FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS Hawaii’s Safe Travels site. All destinations and hotels have their RMI NOVEL COVID-19 No Covid-19 flight test is required if flying own Covid testing and documentation UPDATED INTERIM HEALTH on the ATI or United Airlines if you are fly- requirements. TRAVEL ADVISORY & ing with official government orders. RESTRICTIONS It is the responsibility of the traveler to ver- ISSUANCE 25: • All other UA passengers must have ify requirements before travel. AS OF APRIL 29, 2021 a negative Covid-19 test one to three days before traveling. FOR OUTBOUND UNITED AIR- • This testing requirement is man- LINES PASSENGERS FLYING An extension of the total suspension dated by the Centers for Disease WITHOUT GOVERNMENT OR- of international travelers coming Control and Prevention. DERS into the RMI via air travel will con- tinue until May 31, 2021. GETTING YOUR COVID-19 Passengers will visit the Kwajalein Hospi- For more information about the TEST ON KWAJALEIN tal on the last hospital business day before Republic of the Marshall Islands Is- their flight departs. suance 25, please contact the Com- To schedule a test on Kwajalein, call the mander’s Hotline at 5-1098 or the Kwajalein Hospital at 5-2224. • Testing hours: 9 - 11 a.m. USAG-KA Host Nation Office at • Results pick-up time is 4 p.m. on the 5-5235. • Tests cost $125. day of testing. The Kwajalein Hos- • Please bring a copy of your UA flight pital closes for the weekend at 4:30 itinerary to testing. p.m. No test results will be given af- ter 4 p.m. ISLAND HOPPER The Kwajalein Hospital is not a trusted partner for Hawaii. All travelers extend- These CDC requirements do not change or FLIGHT SCHEDULE ing stay in Hawaii must verify safe quar- impact the state of Hawaii’s testing require- United Airlines has confirmed rein- antine requirements with the State of ment or quarantine procedure. stitution of the full Island Hopper flight schedule. Please note that the travel ban for the Republic of the Marshall Islands is still in effect and all flights are subject to change. For more information, please contact United Airlines reserva- tions at 1-800-864-8331. MAY CHECK-IN TIMES UA 155 - 3:30 - 4:50 p.m. UA 154 - 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. MAY FLIGHTS UA 155 - May 24 (HNL) UA 154 - MAY 25 (GUM) Forms and information regarding mandates critical government mandates and Hawaii’s and requirements to enter Hawaii can be mandatory form and entry requirements. JUNE CHECK-IN TIMES found online for free through the State of This mobile service may be helpful for those UA 155 - 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Hawaii Safe Travels Program Premium. Click planning future travel. A monthly registra- UA 154 - 10:45 - 11:15 a.m. the logo to visit the site. tion fee is required to use the app. JUNE FLIGHTS Hawaii also offers a Save Travels Premium **USAG-KA does not officially endorse the UA 155 - June 7/21 (HNL) Text Message Subscription Service to con- Safe Travels app. UA 154 - June 8/22 (GUM) nect travelers with breaking news alerts, Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 8 The Kwajalein Hourglass
COVID-19 VACCINATIONS Contact your tenant organization and Human Resources department for an information packet on the vaccine, and forms you need to have pre-filled before your date and time ARE NOW IN PROGRESS. slot. Your organization will notify you of your time slot. Still have questions about get- ting the COVID-19 vaccine? Contact USAG-KA Family and MWR Health Systems Specialist Suzanne Mosier at 5-2354 for more information. UNITED AIRLINES POLICIES FOR DEPARTURE on the CDC website and will also be available at the departure airport. Customers are encouraged to print Customers at Kwajalein’s airport boarding CoV-2 antigen not detected.” A test and complete the form prior to ar- United Airlines flights need to present the marked “invalid” is not acceptable riving at the airport. items described below: Customers who have previously tested • Check-In. All international originat- Customers with a negative test result positive must present written or elec- ing customers will be required to need to present written or electronic tronic documentation, dated within the check-in with a Customer Service documentation which clearly indicates: last 90 days, of recovery from COVID-19 representative to verify digital or pa- • Customer name. (The customer name after previous infection. per documentation. This mirrors the and any other personal identifiers This should be in the form of a posi- process we’ve set up within the U.S. must match the customer ID). tive viral test result and a letter on offi- for many international destinations. • Date the test was taken. Test must be cial letterhead that contains the name, taken within three calendar days of address and phone number of a licensed • Failure to Comply Will Result in Board- flight. healthcare provider or public health of- ing Denied. Customers who do not • Type of test. The CDC rule requires ficial stating that the passenger has been show proof of a test or refuse to test a viral test, which means a molecu- cleared for travel. prior to travel will be denied board- lar COVID-19 test (such as PCR or ing. Denied boarding compensation LAMP) or antigen test. All United customers must also comply with will not be paid. Customers in this • Results must state “negative,” “SARS- the following requirements: situation shall be offered a refund or CoV-2 RNA not detected” or “SARS- • Presentation of a disclosure and attes- rebooked for a later date at no addi- tation form. The form can be found tional charge. NOTE: These documentation requirements do not apply to customers flying from U.S. territories such as Guam to the mainland. QUARANTINE PHASE TWo REDUCED TO TWO WEEKS remains in place and includes the fol- rent WHO guidance on travel quaran- lowing components: tine as well as other national health min- The RMI Phase 2 Quarantine Changes for istries and other public health agencies. Persons Traveling into the RMI from Coun- 1) Phase 1 – Secure and monitor hotel This time period reflects the maximum tries with Covid-19 Community Transmis- quarantine for 14 days in Hawaii. This incubation period for Covid-19 and in- sion includes a Covid-19 PCR test and an an- cludes individuals vaccinated against tibody test prior to entering quarantine, Covid-19 as well as unvaccinated indi- As of March 25, 2021, the duration of the another Covid PCR test on day one and viduals. Covid-19 variants of concern Second Phase of Quarantine on Kwaja- a final Covid PCR test within 48 hours currently follow an incubation period of lein Atoll has been revised to 14 days. of scheduled departure from Honolulu. 14 days. The total period of quarantine is now 28 days. This applies to all individuals en- 2) Phase 2 – Secure and monitored quar- tering the RMI from countries deemed antine on Kwajalein Atoll for 14 days. These quarantine procedures are subject to high-risk for Covid-19 transmission This includes Covid-19 PCR tests and periodical review by the Ministry of Health. (where community transmission is antigen tests on days 7 and 14. Bunton kein im jerbal kein ikijjen jerbal in present). etalle/kakkolkol rej ped wot iumwin jerbal The two-phase quarantine strategy This guidance is consistent with cur- ko an MoHHS (ak jikin Ejmour eo). Thinking About PCS’ing with a pet? Depending on your final destination please notify vet services to discuss trav- el planning for your pet(s) during the recommended timeframes below: • CONUS - 45+ days prior to PCS • Honolulu and Guam – Three to six months prior to PCS • Other countries – Six months or more prior to PCS If you plan to leave Kwajalein with- in the next three to six months, please reach out to Kwajalein Veterinary Ser- vices at 5-2017 to ensure your pet is up to date on annual diagnostics and vacci- nations. For more information, email the Kwa- jalein vet tech at kwajaleinveterinary- clinic@internationalsosgs.us. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 9 The Kwajalein Hourglass
((( CLASSIFIEDS The community wants to hear from you. Email announcements and advertisements to kwajaleinhourglass@dyn-intl.com Wednesday by ENJOY PUBLIC WI-FI Capt. Louis S. Zamperini Cafeteria, close of business. Ads received after deadline will be published in Cafe Roi, Surfway, Roi Surfway, the next issue of the Kwajalein Hourglass. the Ocean View Club and the Sunrise Bakery HELP WANTED Tribalco seeks experienced and To research and apply for govern- highly motivated senior, mid- and ment employment opportunities on lotions; powders and no more than junior network technicians to join U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll For more information, contact Cen- 4 oz. liquid medicines. their team. Apply via http://www. and worldwide, visit usajobs.gov. tral Registration at 5-2158. tribalco.com/jobs.html. Done hiring? Write to kwajalein. hourglass@dyn-intl.com to remove HOURS AND OPENINGS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND RGNext, LLC seeks qualified can- your help wanted listing. Self Help is located in Bldg. 1791. Kwaj fitness challenge. Memo- didates to fill several open posi- Hours of operation are Monday, rial day, May 31, 7 a.m. Complete tions on Kwaj and Roi in engineer- Truestone, an AKIMA company, Wednesday and Friday - 9:30 a.m. 50 pull-ups, 100 push ups, 150 ing, technical and other areas. For seeks a telephone operator. For - 6 p.m. Visit Self Help to pick up squats, a 1-mile run and one half- more information and to apply, go more information about this posi- tools to complete a number of mile swim. Competition catagories to www.rgnext.com. tion and to apply, please click the household maintenance and up- include the following: a two-person URL below to visit https://akima.ta- keep projects. team with and without a weight Amentum is looking for quali- leo.net/careersection/akimallc_cs/ vest; an individual male and fe- fied candidates for various posi- jobdetail.ftl?job=TRU01055&tz=G- Kwajalein Furniture Warehouse. male competitors with and without tions. Current open positions on MT-05%3A00&tzname=. To schedule deliveries and pick- weight vests. Register for free with USAG-KA include administrative services, data analysts, education ups of Family Housing or BQ furni- MWR at the Grace Sherwood Li- MIT Lincoln Laboratory seeks ture please call the Army Housing brary by May 29 to participate. services, aviation and airfield oper- a rising senior high school or col- Office at 5-3450. ations, marine operations and pub- lege student to serve as an Office Memorial Day Cannonball Com- lic works, among others. To apply, Assistant during the summer. Inter- petition at the Adult Pool. May 31 contact your local HR representa- Small Boat Marina Summer ested applicants must have spon- from 6 – 7 p.m. No pre-registration tive. 2021 Hours of Operation are now sorship and housing on Kwajalein needed. All participants must be through Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. – 6:30 for the duration of the internship aged 21 or older. USAG-KA Child and Youth Ser- p.m. Questions? Call the Small (June-August 2021). Contact Tina vices is hiring coaches. No expe- Boat Marina at 5-3643. Legere, MIT LL Site Administrator rience necessary. All children of Calling all vendors. Come join at 5-5105 or at tina.legere@ll.mit. head coaches play for free. Visit us for a day of fun at the Memorial NOTICES edu for more information. To apply, Central Registration or call 5-2158 Day Kickball Tournament, May 31 visit https://careers.ll.mit.edu/job/ Alcoholics Anonymous open in Building 356. meetings are Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at Brandon Field. Register at the Lexington-Summer-Office-Assis- MWR Desk in the Grace Sherwood tant-MA-02420/717698200/. in the REB, room 213. ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS Library by May 14 to sell crafts or The Kwajalein Golf Association concessions. Contact MWR at Substitute teachers wanted. Ongoing Smoking and Tobac- needs men, women and youths who 5-3331 to reserve a table. Vendors Kwajalein School System seeks want to play golf. Golf on Kwaj is a co Cessation. Please call EAP at 5-5362 or make an appointment must have a valid FMWR vendor’s student-centered adults available fun way to stay fit, meet new peo- license. All fundraisers must be ap- from 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. to serve ple and just have fun. Members of with a physician. proved by the FMWR office. as substitute teachers or teacher the KGA can establish a handicap that is valid in the United States. Tobacco Use on USAG-KA. aids. Contact Paul Uhren for more Memorial Day Weekend Movie KGA Membership costs $60. For Smoking permitted only in desig- information at uhrenp@kwaja- Under the Stars. Join us for a spe- information about joining the KGA nated smoking areas. All smoking lein-school.com or 5-3601. contact Shelly Benkert (shellyben- and cigarette butt receptacles must cial screening of “Captain America: kert@yahoo.com) or Mike Winks be at least 50 feet from entrance of The First Avenger,” on May 31 at 7 USAG-KA Child and Youth Ser- facilities. USAG-KA Policy Memo- (winksme@gmail.com). p.m. on Ragan Field. vices seeks a Lead Preschool randum 600-8 sets forth specific Teacher. Send your resume to CYS policies designed for the protec- Wet and Wild Summer Sports Memorial Day Kickball Tourna- Coordinator Dr. Stephanie Mc- tion from the negative impact of Fun for CYS Kids. Get ready to ment. May 31 from 4 – 9 p.m. at Cutcheon at stephanie.mccutch- tobacco use. Smoking cessation have some splashy fun in the sun. Brandon Field. Teams must reg- eon@dyn-intl.com. programs are available. Contact CYS is planning summer sports ister by May 19 at the MWR Desk Mary Beth Dawicki at 5-5362 or fun for kids aged 2 to 5 years. Sign in the Grace Sherwood Library. All Community Bank seeks a part- Marybeth.Dawicki@international- time Banking Center Service Spe- up in Central Registration through sosgs.us. team members must be Kwaj res- cialist, or teller. Submit applications June 2. Events will take place June idents. Space for teams is limited. and resumes to www.dodcommuni- 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 5 – 5:30 p.m. PCS’ing with a Pet. Depending Registration costs $25. Contact on your final destination please TRAINING tybank.com. Contact Rita Pyne at American Red Cross Lifeguard 5-2152 for more information. Central Registration with questions notify vet services to discuss travel at 5-2158. planning for your pet(s) during the Class. Registration is open through recommended timeframes below: May 22. Participants must be at Nan Inc. seeks a qualified quality least 15 years old by the last day control manager and site safety CYS Inner Tube Water Polo. Reg- CONUS, 45+ days prior to PCS; Honolulu and Guam, three to six of the course. All course members and health officer. To apply, visit ister through May 28. Season runs months prior to PCS; and other must complete a prerequisite swim www.nanhawaii.com and contact Tuesdays and Fridays from June test on May 25 from 3 – 5 p.m. at 4 – July 2. Kindergarten – grade 2 countries, six months or more prior Clint Ueatari or Kevin Short at the Millican Family Pool. Classes plays 4 – 5 p.m.; Grades 3 – 6 play to PCS. If you plan to PCS in the 5-2632, 5-1260 or 5-2998. next six months, contact Kwajalein meet June 8 – 12 from 8:30 a.m. 5 – 6 p.m. Registration costs $45. – 12:30 p.m. The $150 course fee Veterinary Services at 5-2017 to ensure your pet is up to date on an- is due by May 25 and includes the nual diagnostics and vaccinations. online class, pocket mask and cer- For more, email the Kwajalein vet tification fees. Contact Cliff Pryor tech at kwajaleinveterinaryclinic@ to register or with any questions at internationalsosgs.us. 5-2848 or clifford.pryor@dyn-intl. com. Electric bikes are not allowed on the garrison per USAG-KA Reg- Building Manager Evacuation ulation 56-4. You are authorized Coordinator Training (Required use of the bike on USAG-KA If you for all managers by AR 420-1). disconnect the motor. For more Kwajalein training occurs on the information, contact the PMO at first and third Wednesdays of each 5-3530. month beginning at 10 a.m. in the Religious Education Building. Roi- Kwajalein Drug Take Back Pro- Namur training occurs on the sec- gram. Safely discard expired ma- ond Wednesday each month at terials Tuesday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. at the C-building. Call during business hours at the Kwa- 5-3364 to register. jalein Hospital Pharmacy and the 24-hour collection bin at the Kwa- COUNSELING SERVICES jalein Police Department, Bldg. Island Memorial Chapel Coun- 803. Collection items include over- seling Services. The IMC chap- the-counter drugs; pills, tablets lains are available for appointments and capsules; ointments; creams; on Roi-Namur and Kwajalein. Con- Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 10 The Kwajalein Hourglass
tact the Chapel office at 5-3505 to that all aluminum cans are sep- USAG-KA DINING GUIDE schedule a meeting. Discussions arated from household trash to are kept private. Confidentiality be- prevent damage to the island incin- longs with the client. erator. Doing your part keeps our island clean. For more information Counseling Available. Schedule on where you can discard batter- ISLAND DINING FACILITIES an appointment with the Employ- ies and other specialized items, ee Assistance Program by calling please contact DI Environmental at Mary Beth Dawicki at 5-5235 or 5-1134. CAPT. LOUIS. S. ZAMPERINI CAFETERIA - KWAJALEIN emailing marybeth.dawicki@in- ternationalsosgs.us. Information TUESDAYS - SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS* shared in appointments is confi- SATURDAYS* HOLIDAYS* 6 - 9 a.m. dential. As an alternative to in-per- 5:30 - 8 a.m. 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. son meetings, phone consultation 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 4:30 - 7 p.m. or virtual meetings are available 4:30 - 7 p.m. 4:30 - 7 p.m. utilizing a HIPAA compliant plat- form. Call 5-5362 for more infor- *Families are welcome to dine at the Zamperini Cafeteria on Tues- mation. days, Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays. Want to receive a daily copy of the menu? Contact Asia Williams ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICES at asia.williams@dyn-intl.com to be added to the weekly emailed Recycle Safely. Please ensure menu. CAFE ROI - ROI-NAMUR POWER OUTAGE NOTICE TUESDAYS - SATURDAYS 5:30 - 8 a.m. SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS 7 - 9 a.m. MONDAYS 6 - 8:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. On Sunday, May 23, the following facilities will experience an 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 5 - 6:45 p.m. eight-hour power outage from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and again on 5 - 6:45 p.m. 5 - 6:45 p.m. Monday, May 24, from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. 1002 1022 Special Projects Office Warehouse 1198 BSR Berthing DINING DOWNTOWN Connection Pad 1036 DOE Medical Facility 1041 Boresite Tower 1224 1310 Barge Slip Ramp RTS Annex SUNRISE BAKERY SUNRISE BAKERY 1050 Firing Range 1338 Lift-Station for LSA PIZZA KITCHEN 1059 Sewage Lift Station 1516 Incinerator Near FAC 1060 Tues - Thursday Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1517 LN2 Bldg. 1060 Environmental 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. 5 - 9 p.m. 1500 Batch Plant Warehouse 1520 Recycling Center 1105 Warehouse Monday, 5 - 9 p.m. 1521 Hazmat Warehouse 1108 Warehouse 1522 Storage Maintenance 1114 Warehouse Don’t forget about the late-night menu of rotating specials at the 1527 Batch Plant Roi-Namur Outrigger Club and Ocean View Club. 1115 Warehouse 1529 Incinerator Control Bldg. 1116 LLNL Warehouse For more information, please see the “Bars and Clubs” page. 1542 Pest Control Bldg. 1118 Warehouse 1549 Solid Waste 1148 GBI/NMD Warehouse Management 1172 THAAD Operations 1173 IDT Administration 1551 Sewage Lift Station AAFES - KWAJALEIN DINING LOCATIONS Additionally, the following facilities will experience a 15-minute AMERICAN EATERY ANTHONY’S PIZZA planned power outage May 23 from 7:15 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. and May Located at the Kwajalein Dock Located at the AAFES Food Court 24 from 3:15 - 3:30 p.m. Security Checkpoint Sunday – closed Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. 857 NAN LSA Near EOC 1054 Information Training Monday – closed Monday - Friday, 872 Yacht Club 1067 Radar Supply Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. 886 Sewage Lift-Station Warehouse 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Near LSA 1071 EOC Bldg 888 Sewage Lift-Station 1163 500th MI Brigade Near LSA 1247 MUX Site 893 GPS Admin Office 1273 Camp Hamilton Pavilion BURGER KING SUBWAY 1009 NMB Located at the AAFES Food Court Located at the AAFES Food Court 1010 Range Command Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. (ocean-side of bldg. Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. including 2nd Floor) Monday – Friday, Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. 1034 RMI Fiber Optics 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Comm Bldg Wednesday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. caution: seabees at work It’s been three years since Kwajalein residents watched from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Please movies at the Richardson Theater. Now, with expertise adhere to the caution tape and safety barriers around the from U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 4, Detail site and keep the area clear. Marshall Islands, U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll is happy to report that construction on a new Rich is under- Special thanks to NMCB 4 for rebuilding a Kwajalein way. community landmark. Please contact Deirdre Wyatt-Pope NMCB 4 will continue work at the theater foundation at 5-1442 with any questions. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 11 The Kwajalein Hourglass
COURTESY OF KWAJALEIN CYS USAG-KA Child and Youth Services Child Development Center Director Chelsea Webber, left, poses for a photo with mem- bers of the graduating class of 2034 just prior to their Pre-K graduation ceremony at the Corlett Recreation Center May 15. CYS MAY SPOTLIGHT Visit USAG-KA CYS on Facebook for more pictures and information about our events and programs. https://www. facebook.com/USAGKACYS/. U.S. ARMY GARRISON-KWAJALEIN ATOLL CHILD AND YOUTH SERVICES Child Development Center School-Age Care Summer Camp SAC Regular programming: Join CYS for Summer Camp May 25 - Baru Classroom Tuesdays - Art July 31 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For Baru classroom: Fridays are Water Play Wednesdays - Functional Fitness more information and to register, Days for infants and young toddlers. and Culture please contact Central Registration at Thursdays - STEM 5-2158. Saturdays are Water Play Days for Fridays - Recreation toddlers. Please send your child with Saturdays - Character Counts May 25 - May 29 - Ocean and Sharks water clothes, dry clothes, a towel and June 2 - June 5 - Gaming swim diaper (if needed). Namo Weto Youth Center June 8 - June 12 - Rainforest Tuesdays - Closed June 15 - June 19 - Around the World Wednesdays - Trivia - 4:30 p.m. June 22 - June 26 - Color Bako Classroom June 29 - July 2 - Pirates and Tuesdays - STEAM Swim Day. Please Thursdays - Ted Talks - 4 p.m. Fridays - Frappuccinos - 4 p.m. Mermaids send your child with water clothes, July - 6 - July 10 - STEM dry clothes, a towel and swim diaper Saturdays - Smoothies - 3:15 p.m. (if needed). Saturdays - MIT Summer Institute - July 13 - July 17 - Sports RMI - 4 - 6 p.m. July 20 - July 24 - Harry Potter Wednesdays - STEAM Functional July 27 - July 31 - Science and Space Fitness Sundays - MIT Summer Institute - 4 - 6 p.m. Aug. 3 - Aug. 7 - Mini City Thursdays - Pre-K Music Class Thursdays -STEAM Library Sundays - Surprise - 6 p.m. Saturdays - Pre-K Music Class Saturdays - STEAM Reading Buddies Youth Center Special Events May 26 - Water Wednesday - noon May 27 - Movies and Popcorn - 6 p.m. May 30 - Facial Masks UNAUTHORIZED ISLAND CHILDCARE As you assess your family’s needs and plans for summer If care is provided for children in their own home, the childcare, please note Army policy requires that anyone parent is responsible for ensuring the caregiver is qual- providing child care on a regular basis for more than ified. Providing unauthorized childcare in government 10 hours per week must be certified through Child and owned housing puts your housing privileges at risk. Un- Youth Services as a Family Child Care provider if care is authorized childcare by an uncertified person puts your provided outside of a child's home. child at risk. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 12 The Kwajalein Hourglass
Sunday, May 23 ONE ARMY “The Darkest Minds” (PG-13) 104 min. FAMILY Amandla Sternberg, Harris Dickinson When teens mysteriously develop powerful new abilities, they are declared a threat by ONLINE AND 1 the government and detained. One of the most powerful young people, Ruby, es- capes from her camp and joins a group of runaways who are seeking a safe haven. OFFLINE Betrayed by the adults in power, this new- found family soon realizes that running is not enough—they must use their collective KWAJALEIN powers to wage a resistance and take back their future. Army regulation 600-200 describes the harmful practice of bullying. AT THE Monday, May 24 “The Little Things” (R) 128 min. “Bullying is any conduct where- by a service member or members, regardless of service, rank or po- MOVIES Denzel Washington, Jared Leto Deputy Sheriff Joe “Deke” Deacon joins forces with Sgt. Jim Baxter to search for sition, intends to exclude or reject another service member through a serial killer who’s terrorizing Los Ange- cruel, abusive, humiliating, op- les. As they track the culprit, Baxter is un- pressive, demeaning, or harmful aware that the investigation is dredging up behavior, which results in dimin- echoes of Deke’s past, uncovering disturb- ishing the other service member’s ing secrets that could threaten more than his case. dignity, position or status. Absent outside intervention, bullying will Unless otherwise indicated, all mov- ROI - C-BUILDING typically continue without any ies begin at 7:30 p.m. Contact MWR at identifiable end-point. 5-3331 for more information. Show- Saturday, May 22, Bullying may include an abuse times may vary for special “Movies Un- “Land” (PG-13) 88 min. of authority. Bullying tactics in- der the Stars” events. Robin Wright, Warren Christie clude, but are not limited to, mak- A local hunter brings a grieving lawyer back ing threats, spreading rumors, KWAJALEIN - YUK THEATER from the brink of death after she retreats to social isolation, and attacking the harsh wilderness of the Rockies. someone physically, verbally or Saturday, May 22 through the use of electronic me- “Playing With Fire” (PG) 96 min. dia.” John Cena, Tyler Mane Sunday, May 30 According to the reg, every ser- When straight-laced fire superintendent “Superfly” (R) 116 min. vice member and civilian who Jake Carson and his elite team of firefight- Trevor Jackson, Jason Mitchell lives and works on Kwajalein Atoll ers come to the rescue of three siblings, Cocaine kingpin Youngblood Priest realiz- deserves the right to work and live they quickly realize that no amount of train- es that it’s time to get out of the game after ing could prepare them for their most chal- surviving a violent attack from a crazed ri- in an environment free of hostili- lenging job yet—babysitting. As their lives, val. Hoping for one last score, Priest and his ty. Please, think twice before you jobs and depot get turned upside down, the partner travel to Mexico to arrange a deal. post. three men soon learn that children—much The career criminal now finds himself try- like fires—are wild and unpredictable. ing to outmaneuver the cartel, two corrupt police officers and all the double-crossers that threaten his path to freedom. USAG-KA WEATHER WATCH Sun - Moon - Tides WEATHER DISCUSSION: After FRIDAY: Partly sunny with generally pleasant conditions isolated showers, increasing throughout this past week, to widely scattered showers weather is ready to get active overnight. Winds NE-E at again for the weekend. 13-18 knots with higher gusts Beginning tonight, a broad near showers surface level trough will de- velop just to the west of Kwa- SATURDAY: Mostly cloudy jalein Atoll causing the active with numerous showers and Intertropical Convergence stray thunderstorms. Winds Zone to move north and over ENE-ESE at 13-18 knots with the atoll. Showers from this higher gusts near showers. development will likely be- gin overnight Friday, eventu- SUNDAY: Mostly cloudy ally enhancing to numerous with scattered showers and showers for Saturday with stray thunderstorms. Winds scattered showers persisting ENE-E at 12-17 knots with through early Monday morn- higher gusts near showers. ing. Conditions will eventually MONDAY THROUGH WEDNES- calm on Monday afternoon DAY: Mostly to partly sunny as weak trade winds set in with scattered showers Mon- for the first half of the work day morning, then isolated Click the logo to visit week. showers through Wednesday. Winds NE-E at 8-13 knots RTS Weather online. with occasional higher gusts. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 13 The Kwajalein Hourglass
PHOTO BY ALLENA CHILDRESS MWR FITNESS CLASSES RELIGIOUS SERVICES From left, Maria Sadowski, Pam Carroll, Shawn Carroll, Cherri- Members of the Island Memorial Chapel Catholic congregation lyn Ranis, Maui Wyatt and Christina Sylvester pose for a photo participate in an evening service. at Zumba class with MWR instructor Allena Childress, center. Check out the monthly class schedule below for ways to plug Contact the Island Memorial Chapel office at 5-3505 for more into an island fitness program. information about religious services and activities on U.S. Army Garrison-Kwajalein Atoll. Yoga The Church of Jesus Christ Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. in CRC Room 7 of Latter-day Saints Services Sundays at 10 a.m. in CRC Room 1. Water Aerobics Please contact Conrad Acosta at 5-2965 for more information. Tuesday and Thursday at 9:15 a.m. at the Adult Pool Protestant Services Zumba Toning • Sundays at 8:15 a.m. in the small sanctuary and 11 a.m. in Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. in CRC Room 7 the main sanctuary. • Kingdom Kids children’s program meets during Protes- Zumba Dance tant services at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. Wednesday and Saturday at 6 p.m.; Friday at 9:15 a.m. in CRC Room 7 Catholic Services • Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in the IMC main sanctuary. Spin • Weekdays at 5:15 p.m. in the IMC chapel offices Tuesday at 6:40 p.m.; Thursday and Saturday at 5:30 a.m. • Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. in the IMC small sanctuary. • Children’s program meets Sundays during the 9:15 a.m. Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held in CRC Room 7 Catholic Mass. and are subject to change without notice. All classes require Activities an MWR fitness pass. Passes can be purchased at the MWR Men’s Bible Study meets Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. in the chapel Desk in the Grace Sherwood Library. conference room. For more information, please call MWR at 5-3331. Ladies’ Bible Study meets 9:15 a.m. Thursdays at Qtrs. 405-B Taro. Contact Sally Bulla at 5-9804 for more information. COUNTRY CLUB OCEAN VIEW CLUB Birthday Bash. Wednesdays. Raise your glass Come celebrate island birthdays with and toast Wednesday at happy hour bars MWR every third Sunday from 6 - 9 p.m. Enjoy complimentary shuttle ser- vice available from the Ocean View Club from 5 - 7 p.m. Saturdays. Enjoy fun activities and every 30 minutes from 5 - 9 p.m. Brunch. like game nights, karaoke. theme nights and live music. clubs Country Club Brunch typically meets on the first Sunday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., though times and dates may vary for special brunch Mondays. Enjoy Monday meal deals on Men’s Night from 5 -7 p.m. events (please check out a special event ad Shuttle Service for June 20 brunch in this Hourglass). En- MWR offers shuttle service to and from joy a variety of sweet and savory brunch the Country Club every 30 minutes from foods. Cash only; monthly prices and 5 - 8 p.m. Saturdays. For more informa- menu items are subject to change. No tion, contact Nikeya Lagrone at 5-9205 reservation required. Seating is limited. or 5-3331. Contact MWR at 5-3331 Shuttle service available every 30 min- for updates, activities and utes. Customer pick-up is in front of the events about the garrison’s Food Court starting at 10 a.m. There is a Outrigger Club bars and clubs. 45-minute time limit per table. Check with MWR for meal specials and activities at the Outrigger Club by Saturday. Enjoy happy hour and calling 5-3331. play Uno every Saturday at 6 p.m. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 14 The Kwajalein Hourglass
UXO REMINDER Join the reading challenge this summer at the Grace Sherwood Library Remember the three Rs of UXO: Rec- Get ready to read around the world. return them to a library staff ognize an item as possible Unexploded This fun activity runs June 2 member. Ordnance. Retreat from the area of the through July 28 and is open to UXO. Report suspected UXO immedi- all Kwajalein children finishing June 2: Around the world ately by notifying EOD (5-1433) or CPS grades K – 6. June 9: Antarctica (5-4445). Enjoy travel-themed story time June 16: Asia Provide the following information: and crafts every Wednesday at June 23: Australia and Location (building #, GPS, landmarks, 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., and the Pacific etc); Size (compared to common items - football, scuba cylinder, etc). Treat a reading challenge and week- June 30: North America UXO like you would treat dangerous ly scavenger hunt for readers in July 7: South America sea creatures. Look but do not touch. grades K-6. July 14: Africa For a detailed refresher, please attend Enter for the chance to earn July 21: Europe the Island Orientation Briefing on the prizes in each age group (grades July 28: Reading celebration fourth Wednesday of every month. k-1, 2-3, 4-5, and 6) for the most Kemejmej R ko 3. Recognize (kile) books and/or pages read. For more information, call the juon kwopej bajjok emaron Bokutan ak To participate, pick up reading MWR desk at the Grace Sherwood kein kabokkolok (UXO). Retreat (Jen- logs at the GSL, fill them out and Library at 5-3331 or 5-3332. liklik) bed ettolok im jab kepaak UXO eo. Report (Ripoot e) boktun ak kein kabokklok eo ien eo emokajtata non EOD ilo nomba kein (5-1433) ak CPS ONCE A KWAJ RESIDENT, (5-4445). ALWAYS A KWAJ RESIDENT. Ken melele kein: Ia eo (nomba in ijo, GPS, kakolle in ijo, etc.); Jonan (jonan HELP US PROTECT THE MISSION. e ibben jet kain mweik - football, taan in turan, etc.). Tiljek kon UXO kein ein- wot am kojparok menin mour in lojet ko OPSEC DOESN’T END WHEN YOU PCS. rekauwotata. Kalimjek wot jab jibwe. Non bar kakemejmej eok, eokwe jouj PLEASE THINK BEFORE POSTING PHOTOS im koba lok ilo Island Orientation allon otemjej. AND VIDEOS TO SOCIAL MEDIA. Did You Know? Coconut water can be a sub- stitute for blood plasma. Its sugars and salts make it pos- sible to add to the blood- stream, similar to how an IV solution works. Replacing plasma with coco- nut water was a field medi- cine practice for emergency transfusions in tropical re- gions during WWII. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 15 The Kwajalein Hourglass
Memorial Day Weekend Event Map Join the Kwajalein community Monday, May 31 at the Kwajalein athletic fields and Adult Pool for a fun afternoon of community events. Check out the map for event locations. For more information, contact MWR at 5-3331. FREE ZUMBA CLASS MEMORIAL DAY MAY 31 AFTER THE 2nd GAME NEXT TO THE BAR Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 16 The Kwajalein Hourglass
LUNAR ECLIPSE Kwajalein residents have a special opportunity to join Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Labo- ratory volunteers May 26 for a night of sky- watching at the oceanside area of North Point. IS MAY 26 Dr. Sarah Willis will meet with community resi- dents at the oceanside North Point area from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. with an MIT LL telescope to check out a total lunar eclipse and the “most super” of the 2021 supermoons. While no special gear is necessary to view the eclipse, those who want a closer look can use the MIT LL telescope. “In the event of widespread rain or clouds we’ll have to make a weather call day-of,” wrote Willis in a recent letter to the Kwajalein Hourglass. “Extreme- ly isolated rain showers will not necessarily send us back indoors.” To learn more about the May 26 eclipse, visit NASA online at https://moon.nasa.gov/news/161/super-blood-moon- your-questions-answered/. ATI returns to normal flight operations June 8 JUNETEENTH BRUNCH Additional flights are for cargo movement. What does this mean Join MWR in June for a special edition of Sunday brunch in celebration of June- for the Kwaj Community? Incoming passengers remain the same, teenth at the Kwajalein Country Club outbound passengers will have more opportunities to depart, travel on June 20 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. remains official for duty only and the RMI travel ban is still in effect. No reservation is required for this event. Please continue to have patience while we receive the latest guid- Cost of meal is $25, cash only. ance processed from ATI and AMC. Menu Crab legs Greens SUPPORT THE YOKWE YUK WELCOME CLUB Macaroni and cheese Potato salad Waffles The last Bargain Bazaar donation pick-up day of the summer is June Grits 7. For a donation pickup, please private-message Kelly Redmond on Sausage Bacon Facebook or send email to kellyredmond.lmt@gmail.com. Biscuits and gravy Cornbread dressing Additionally, check out the new hammerheads, the Kwaj book “Air- Scalloped potatoes plane Graveyard,” hooks, stick charts, wallets, spirit masks and Fried chicken Sauteed vegetables shark carvings. The Mic Shop Has Gifts For Father’s Day. Donations and purchases benefit the Yokwe Yuk Welcome Club Education Assis- Shuttle service will be provided from the tance Fund. food court to the Country Club from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact MWR with questions at 5-3331. Hydration TIPS There are many simple tricks to staying hy- drated throughout the day. Here are a few of the lesser-known benefits of drinking water. • Water helps the body reduce toxins • Water can relieve nausea • Water improves the body’s overall immunity • Water helps dissolve minerals and nutrients in the body • Water carries oxygen and nutrients to cells • It might sound crazy, but water can Ladies Line Dance Night assist the body in regulating its own temperature • Hydration is just as important for May 22 from 7 to 9 p.m. pets as for humans. Bring water or ice for your dog to enjoy on their next Ocean View Club walk. Bring a friend and come on out to the Ocean View Club to en- • Water provides much-needed mois- ture to help maintain delicate tissues joy and enjoy the fun with R&B and country line dancing with in the mouth, eyes and nose a cash bar. Call MWR at 5-3331 to learn more. Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 17 The Kwajalein Hourglass
U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY SGT. NAHJIER WILLIAMS Soldiers and civilians stand as their degrees are conferred by their colleges’ representatives during a Fort Knox Army Education Center college graduation ceremony at Waybur Theater, Oct. 17, 2019, on Fort Knox, Kentucky. Army policy offering up to three-year service break away from the Army by incurring a two not eligible for tuition assistance while for one obligation. In other words, “for in the IRR. Instead, many use their Post- By Thomas Brading, Army News Service every month that they spend in the pro- 9/11 G.I. Bill, Heflin said. gram, they incur a two-month obliga- Eligible Soldiers include active-du- WASHINGTON—A retention policy offer- tion,” Heflin explained. ty officers in all competitive categories, ing Soldiers a chance to take a break in Although Soldiers receive a fraction including the Chaplain Corps, Judge service while receiving pay and benefits of their base pay, any special or incen- Advocate General’s Corps and the Army for up to three years is now a permanent tive pay or bonus is suspended until they Medical Corps, active-duty warrant of- program. return to active duty. Upon their return, ficers, and active-duty enlisted Soldiers The sabbatical program, called the Soldiers will begin to receive any special in the ranks of sergeant through master Career Intermission Program, or CIP, is a or incentive pay or bonus they had be- sergeant are eligible for the program. way for Soldiers to take a knee in service fore entering CIP. In addition, Army Reserve AGR offi- for personal or professional goals when While in the program, Soldiers are cers, warrant officers and enlisted Sol- they might have otherwise left the Army, also entitled to travel and transporta- diers who have completed their initial said Rowland Heflin, a personnel policy tion allowances to a location in the U.S. three-year term of qualified duty may be integrator with the Army G-1. designated as their residence, followed approved, the letter read. The Army allows officers and enlisted by the designated location of their as- Now that the directive has been Soldiers a chance to transition from the signment upon their return to the Army, signed, G-1 plans to codify it into a per- Regular Army and Army Reserve Active according to a policy letter signed earli- manent Army regulation, Heflin said. Guard Reserve, or AGR, program to the er this month by acting Secretary of the Soldiers who are interested can be Individual Ready Reserve for a length of Army John Whitley. counseled on the benefits, compensa- time not to exceed three years. “This is retention from a different an- tion, medical care, and other obligations During their sabbaticals, Soldiers gle,” Heflin said. “The Army spends a lot associated with entering the program. might use the time to start families, of resources in training Soldiers so they The counseling will be documented in care for ailing parents, attend college, or can perform whatever mission they have. writing, with a copy placed into the Sol- whatever else they need a break for, he But, when a Soldier runs into a personal dier’s Army military human resource re- said. issue or a desire to increase their civil- cord. While in the CIP program, Soldiers ian education they don’t always find it “When these applications are received are given a monthly stipend of two-thir- amenable to do that on active duty.” at our Army Human Resources Com- tieths of their basic pay along with the CIP is an alternative for that. “It pro- mand, the career management branch same medical benefits and commissary vides a way for them to be relieved from gets a chop on the decision, then there privileges. In addition, they can carry active duty, focus on their personal is a panel at HRC that reviews the files forward up to 60 days of leave on their goals, and then return to active duty,” of applicants to make a recommenda- return to active duty, Heflin said. Heflin added. tion to the [commanding general] for Lawmakers first allowed a version of By investing in time away today, Heflin approval or disapproval,” Heflin said. the program as a pilot in 2009. The Army believes Soldiers will better themselves Soldiers can go to the HRC’s website or initiated the pilot program through a professionally and personally before speak with their local Army career coun- directive in 2014, which the new policy returning to active duty with a longer selor, who can provide them guidance on supersedes and makes the program per- service commitment. However, Soldiers the program along with the documents manent, Heflin said. who do not meet eligibility requirements required for the application. on return to active duty will be subject to “We don’t want to lose good Soldiers,” How The Program Works the repayment provisions of their pay or Heflin said. “We want to be able for Under 10 U.S.C. 710 and Department bonus agreement, the letter read. them to keep that balance between the of Defense Instruction 1327.07, Soldiers Although education is cited as a ma- things that happen in [their] lives along in the CIP program must pay back time jor reason for entering CIP, Soldiers are with their professional responsibilities.” CW3 Michael Schafer SHARP Victim Advocate Work: 805 355 3421 USAG-KA SHARP Pager: Contact the USAG-KA Sexual Harassment/ Assault 805 355 3241 #0100 Response and Prevention Victim Advocate DOD SAFE Helpline: 877 995 5247 Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 18 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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