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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.
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U.S. ARMY PHOTOS BY JESSICA DAMBRUCH
Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 3 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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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.
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Saturday, MAY 22, 2021 / Volume 62 Number 21 4 The Kwajalein Hourglass
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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
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The community wants to hear from you. Email announcements and
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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 Hourglasstact 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 HourglassCOURTESY 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 HourglassSunday, 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 HourglassPHOTO 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 HourglassUXO 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 HourglassMemorial 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 HourglassLUNAR 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 HourglassU.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.”
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