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March 28, 2008 • Volume 6, Issue 23 http://imcom.korea.army.mil Published for those serving in the Republic of Korea

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de USAG Humphreys’‘Eggstravaganza’celebrates spring

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View from the top:Take a look from Seoul’s highest point

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Yongsan honorsKorean National Police officers

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Young baseball players line up for spring training in USAG Daegu

Special to The Morning Calm Weekly

The Wii Warrior Challenge provides an opportunity for adult Morale, Welfare and Recreation patrons to compete in a Superstars type of competition with other gaming aficionados on 25 Army installations.

Contestants can compete for prizes in baseball, bowling, boxing, golf and tennis on the Nintendo game consoles.

Each of the five sports will be contested on different nights at local Army MWR venues. (Consult local MWR offices for sites and times.) The competition is open to all MWR patrons 18-and-older, with the exception of MWR employees and others directly involved with the contest.

First-round prizes – which include a rebound trampoline, a Mio cardio monitor, a $75 gift card from Nike and a RipStik skateboard – will be awarded to the winners of each sport.

The top four finishers in each sport will then advance to local championships, where they will compete in all five sports against the top-four local finishers in the other sports.

Finalists will be rewarded with a Wii package for the champions, a Flip Video Camcorder for runners-up, and a custom Nike sneaker gift card for third-place finishers.

The following installations are scheduled to participate in the Wii Warrior Challenge: Fort Benning, Ga.; Fort Bragg, N.C.; Fort Huachuca, Ariz.; Fort Drum, N.Y.; Fort Jackson, S.C., Fort Lee, Va.; Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Fort McCoy, Wisc.; Fort Meade, Md.; Forts Bliss, Sam Houston and Sill in Texas; Fort Rucker, Ala.; Forts Richardson and Wainwright in Alaska; Camp Zama, Japan; Mannheim, Schweinfurt, Hohenfels and Wisbaden, Gemany; Presidio of Monterey, Calif.; Camp Humphreys and Yongsan, Korea; and Forts Campbell and Knox in Kentucky.

For more information and contest rules, visit www.mwrpromotions.com and click on the Wii Warrior Challenge logo.

Army MWR offers Wii Warrior Challenge for gaming aficionados


The Fourth Annual USFK Good Neighbor English Camp will be held 20-24 May 2008. Participants are 10th grade Korean students from Seoul, Pyongtaek and Taegu. Students are selected by local school boards under the direction of the Korean Ministry of Education based on their ability to speak English and their willingness to participate in a home stay program. Students who have previously resided in the United States or other English-speaking countries are not considered for the USFK English camp.

Our young Korean guests will be immersed in an English-speaking environment as they visit and interact with Americans during their home stay and tours on U.S. military installations. The goal is for these English Camp participants to become “Goodwill Ambassadors” as they relay their experiences with their friends, families, teachers and classmates. Volunteer U.S. families (with or without children) are needed to host one or more students for four nights in their homes (or five nights to accommodate students from

Volunteer host families needed for Korean students attending 2008 USFK Good Neighbor English Camp

Taegu and Pyongtaek), providing them breakfast each day along with two evening meals. Cots are available if needed. Host families are also requested to transport the student(s) to designated assembly points (Balboni Auditorium or Seoul American High School ) in the morning and pick them up each night from a scheduled activity. Activities include visits to Yongsan US Army Garrison, Joint Security Area (JSA), Camp Humphreys, and Osan AB. On three evenings, camp participants along with students from the SAHS, will attend a pizza party at the Youth Sports Center, watch a movie at the post theater, and enjoy a traditional Korean dinner. The final activity is a picnic and graduation ceremony.

Demonstrate true American hospitality by opening your homes to our young Korean neighbors. It will be an experience of a lifetime for you and your family. To volunteer, please complete attached sign-up sheet and send via e-mail to [email protected] by April 30. For more information about the Good Neighbor English Camp program, call the USFK Public Affairs Office, 723-4685/4687/7669 or send e-mail to [email protected]

–See Page 4 for application form–

Children from Child and Youth Services listen to instructions on how to hit a baseball out of the park from Samsung Lions outfielders, Yang Joon-hyuk (left) and Jacob Cruz during a baseball clinic at USAG Daegu. — U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul

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IMCOM Safety Update:

Military communities across Korea have a wonderful opportunity to partake in a handshake and autograph tour from television star Tichina Arnold, courtesy of USO, AFE, & MWR. Ms. Arnold will visit 7 locations throughout Korea March 27th– 28th, offering autograph and photo sessions with troops and their family members.

Peninsula-wide publicity for this exciting MWR event will include schedules with dates and locations posted on the IMCOM Korea MWR

website, posters, advertisements in Stars & Stripes newspapers, and a press release in the Morning Calm newspaper.

The performance schedule is as follows:

27 March -Camp Red Cloud (DFAC) 11:30 am-12:30 pm-Camp Casey (USO) 1:15 pm-2:15 pm

Gen. Burwell B. BellCommander

TV Star Tichina Arnold Handshake Tour-Yongsan Garrison (Main PX) 4:00 pm-5 pm-Osan AB (BX) 6:45 pm-7:45 pm

28 March -Camp Walker (PX) 11:30 am-12:30 pm-Kunsan AB (Loring Club) 1:45 pm-2:45 pm-Camp Humphreys (CAC) 3:45 pm-4:45 pm

This top-notch personality’s autograph sessions are open to all Servicemembers, Civilian employees, contractors, and Family members serving throughout Korea. Ms. Arnold is best known for her starring roles as Rochelle Rock on “Everybody Hates Chris” and Pamela James on “Martin.”

Our dedicated USFK personnel and Families serve more than 8,000 miles from their home, their family and friends. This celebrity’s tour is a small token of the Nation’s appreciation. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity from USO, Armed Forces Entertainment, and MWR to enjoy a perk you so richly deserve.

by Sam ReynoldsU.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center

In an effort to provide Army Readiness Assessment Program users increased navigation capability and functionality, the Army announces an updated version of ARAP, called ARAP Next Generation or Next Gen.

For more than two years, the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center compiled feedback and suggestions from ARAP users - battalion commanders, Soldiers, Department of the Army Civilians and contractors - on possible ways to improve the ARAP. Next Gen encompasses many of those recommendations.

The USACRC developed ARAP in October 2005 to communicate the Army’s conviction that Composite

Risk Management is the best way to defend against accidental losses experienced in the Army. In

February 2006, the Chief of Staff, Army, directed ARAP as a mandatory program for all battalion commanders, completed in conjunction with the Command Inspection Program.

Designed as a battalion commander’s tool addressing root causes of accidental loss by focusing on organizational safety climate and culture, ARAP is comprised of a 63-question online assessment, filled out by Soldiers anonymously, that captures unit posture on command and control, standards

‘Next Gen’ addresses root causes of Army accidentsof performance, accountability and risk management.

“The assessment highlighted the fact that our leaders were not providing command guidance down to the lowest levels,” said an Armor battalion commander. “Many Soldiers indicated they were not provided intelligence updates and were not being briefed on current operations. That made us dig deeper to determine what else was not making it all the way down the chain and we implemented checks to ensure this was corrected.”

Once a battalion’s assessment is complete, commanders receive one-on-one feedback in the key issues of command climate, safety culture, resource availability, workload, estimated success of certain safety intervention programs, and factors relating to the overall readiness of their unit.

“Some of the improvements to ARAP are the incorporation of improved navigation and functionality, including multiple dropdown windows added to ARAP’s registration process,” said ARAP Team Chief Sam Reynolds.

“Additionally, Next Gen provides quicker access to a battalion’s summary and detailed roll-up reports, printable analysis charts and tables, and issues completion certificates,” added Reynolds.

Brigade commanders and higher-level commanders are afforded the opportunity, with Next Gen, to receive a debriefing focusing on the aggregate data collected

from all enrolled units in that command. An additional feature of Next Gen is

automated e-mails generated to commanders informing them of their ARAP status.

“An e-mail will be sent when the unit is registered and 90 and 120-day notifications sent as well, if the unit has not accomplished its survey requirements,” said Reynolds. “Three weeks following a completed assessment, the commander receives an e-mail query asking them to share benefits, issues or concerns associated with the assessment.”

“Overall, ARAP feedback from the last 28 months is extremely positive,” said Reynolds. “Commanders value a tool that assistsin putting their finger on the safety climate and culture’s pulse in the organization.

Soldiers and employees appreciate ARAP because it affords them the freedom to share with their commander those issues and concerns that they believe are of utmost importance when dealing with safety issues and at the same time provide anonymity. Additionally, higher-level commanders agree that ARAP affords the opportunity to provide direction and resources to the battalion commanders as needed, to effectively reduce accidental losses and positively affect the unit’s safety climate and culture.” For more information on ARAP Next Gen or to enroll, visit https://unitready.army.mil.

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Tips to stay cool under the sun: • Loosen victims clothing.• If victim is conscious, give him cool water to drink.• Apply cool, wet cloths.• If victim vomits, do not give any more fluids.• Transport victim to nearest medical facility as soon as possible.Heat Stroke Symptoms• Heat stroke is a life threatening medical emergency.• High body temperature (106o or higher).• Skin is flushed, feels hot and dry, due to stoppage of sweating.• Rapid strong pulse.• Collapse, unconsciousness, and death may occur if nottreated immediately.

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The following entries were excerpted from the military police blotters. These entries may be incomplete and do not imply guilt or innocence.

AREA I: Underage Drinking; Failure to Obey Order or Regulation (2ID Policy Letter #8); Car-rying Concealed Knife; Drunk and Disorderly; Subject #1 was observed by CPP falling asleep in the Triple A Club, Bosan-Dong. A check of Subject #1’s ID card revealed he was under the legal age to consume alcohol. Subject #1 was detained by CPP and escorted to the CMO Box. While at the CMO Box, Subject #1 made threat-ening comments towards MP and then punched himself in the face numerous times. A search of Subject #1’s person by MP disclosed a switch blade knife in his right front pocket. Subject #1 was transported to the USAG-Casey PMO where he was administered a PBT, with a result of 0.149% BAC. Subject #1 was processed and released to his unit. At 1315 Hrs, 16 MAR 08, Subject #1 reported to the USAG-Casey PMO where he was advised of his legal rights, which he invoked. The knife was retained as evidence. This is a final report.

AREA I: Traffic Accident without Injuries; Dam-age to Government Property; Failure to Judge Proper Clearance; Witness #1, operating a GOV with Subject #1 as a passenger, while turning left adjacent to 302nd BSB motor pool, struck a metal guardrail. Damages to Witness #1’s vehicle consisted of scratches to the right rear sponson box and the right rear mud flap bolt being sheared off. Damages to the guardrail consisted of it being twisted and its pole being bent and displaced. Further investigation re-vealed Witness #1 had no visibility on the right rear side of the vehicle and Subject #1 did not ensure the vehicle had proper clearance prior to making the left turn. Subject #1 was titled by MP and released on his own recognizance. Witness #1 and Subject #1 reported utilization of their seatbelts. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report.

AREA II: Shoplifting; Subject #1 was observed by Witness #1, via CCTV, removing tweezers from the display and concealing it on her per-son. Subject #1 then exited the Main PX without rendering proper payment. Subject #1 was de-tained by Witness #1 and escorted to the AAF-ES Security Office where she surrendered the item. Subject #1 was apprehended by MP and transported to the USAG-Yongsan PMO where she was advised of her legal rights, which she waived, but refused to render a written sworn statement. Subject #1 was processed and re-leased to her sponsor. Subject #1 was issued a Show Cause Letter and her RCP was retained. The item was returned to AAFES. Estimated value of the item is $9.89. This is a final report.

AREA II: Traffic Accident without Injuries; Dam-age to Government Property; Damage to Private Property; Following too Close; Subject #1, op-erating a GOV, struck Victim #1’s POV, while Victim #1 was legally stopped at the intersection on Itaewon Rd adjacent to Gate #5. Damages to Subject #1’s vehicle consisted of a crack, dents and scratches to the front bumper. Damages to Victim #1’s vehicle consisted of dents and scratches to the rear bumper and trunk. All par-ties reported to the Yongsan Main KNP Station where Victim #1 rendered a written statement at-testing to the incident. Subject #1 was advised of his legal rights, which he waived, rendering a written sworn statement admitting to the of-fenses. Subject #1 was charged by KNP under KRTL, ART #48 (Failure to Maintain Safety Mea-sures in Vehicle) and released into MP custody on a CJ Form 2. Subject #1 was processed and released to his unit. Subject #1 and Victim #1 reported utilization of their seatbelts. ECOD is unknown. This is a final report.

MP Blotter

NEWS

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: Current events and activities

Source: www.korea.net, www.seoulselection.com, www.hotelnet.com, http://english.tour2korea.com, www.visitseoul.net — No endorsement implied.

The zoo offers many photo opportunities, be it standing in front of live animals or their cartoon counterparts. The zoo is divided into the regional habitats in which the animals naturally live, so finding a favorite furry friend is simplified. — U.S. Army Photo By Susan Silpasornprasit

Seoul Grand Park Seoul Grand Park is a major theme park in Korea, containing all kinds of entertainment facilities including a zoo, well blended with the surrounding scenery. Covering an area of about 7,000,000 sq km, Seoul Grand Park features a lake at the park’s center, and zoo, botanical garden, educational center for youth, and various convenience facilities for shopping, resting and dining. A sky walk provides tourists with a bird’s eye view of the area. Currently, the zoo has an extremely rare Roland Gorilla, and about 360 kinds of animals, and total of 3,200 creatures from all over the world, divided into origin and species. The botanical garden is sectioned into different temperature zones, and the zoo has a practical layout. The dolphin and seal shows are the pride of Seoul Grand Park. The live shows are scheduled throughout the day, providing plenty of opportunities to attend the performances. Adults and children of all ages can enjoy the shows. The botanical garden contains 1,300 kinds of plants, and the Mt. Cheonggyesan Forest Relaxation Area is great for trail walking. The large field on which the Seoul Grand Park operates holds various seasonal festivals. In April, the Royal Cherry Blossoms Festival, in June, the Rose Festival can be enjoyed. Adjacent to the zoo is Seoul Land amusement park and an art museum. For more information, visit www.tour2korea.com

Cherry Blossom Tunnel (Seoul) The short, easily accessible journey to Yeouido will take spring enthusiasts to the city’s most celebrated venue for viewing cherry blossoms. The winding road of Yunjungno, behind the National Assembly building, is lined with over 1,400 cherry trees – all

of which are roughly 30 to 40 years old. From early to mid April, the 5.7 kilometer-long-stretch turns snowy-white with cherry blossoms, drawing over 2.5 million visitors every year. When flowers are in full bloom, some sections of the road are blocked off, making public transportation a more convenient choice than driving. Also, at the height of the cherry blossom season, a Cherry Blossom’s Big Festival will be held at the 63 Building. The 63 City Building food court will feature a special cherry-blossom menu during the festival. Last year, China’s performing arts group held a dance performance and various other events as well, while serving a free special cherry blossom menu called the “Wakko” cocktail. The various events entailed such programs as climbing the stairs of the 63 Building, the Tongtong Love Spring Festival, a cherry blossom body-painting event, character parade, and a special yellow fish game greeting the blooming of the cherry blossoms. For more information, visit www.tour2korea.com

Jeju Blossom Fest (Jeju-do Island)Jeju-do is where Korea’s spring begins with the blooming of canola flowers in late February that attract many visitors. The canola flower is one of Jeju-do’s local plants, and the Flower Festival began as a promotional event of Jeju’s beautiful canola flower blossoms, and has become Jeju-do’s major tourist-attracting annual festival. The beautiful yellow blossom flowers covering all of Jeju-do are a must-see! Jeju Canola Blossom Festival offers a magnificent view of endless canola flower fields set against the blue ocean waters on Udo Island. For more information, visit www.tour2korea.com

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2008 Good Neighbor English Camp for Korean Students20-24 May 2008

If you would like to become a host family to Korean students participating in the Good Neighbor English Camp, please complete, scan and send this form via e-mail to [email protected]. For more information about USFK Good Neighbor English Camp program, please contact the USFK PAO Community Relations

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Scholarship opportunities availableSignal Corps Regimental AssociationThe Signal Corps Regimental Association is offering scholarships to any eligible DOD High School senior on the peninsula who plans to further their education in Information Technology. The application must be submitted no later than May 1. For more information, contact Rick Chmura at 723-4943 or send an e-mail to: [email protected]

Military Intelligence Corps Association The Military Intelligence Corps Association (MICA) Scholarship Program provides scholarships for individuals pursuing undergraduate degrees or technical certifications. Scholarships may be used for attendance at regionally accredited colleges, universities, or state approved vocational schools/technical institutions.Applicants must be a current individual member of MICA or a family member of such. Family members are considered a spouse, children, or immediate relative living with or supported by the qualifying MICA member. Applicants must be pursuing their first undergraduate (Associates or Bachelors) degree or a technical certification. Applicants already possessing an undergraduate degree or seeking a graduate degree are not eligible. Previous MICA Scholarship recipients may compete for subsequent scholarships.Complete instructions and application forms are located on the MICA webpage at www.micorps.org. Information on MICA membership is also available on this webpage. Applications must be mailed and postmarked no later than May 15. Late or incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant without consideration.Send completed application to:

Office of the Chief, Military Intelligence (OCMI) Attn: MICA Scholarship Chairman

110 Rhea Street Fort Huachuca, Arizona 85613-7080

For more information call: Sgt. Major Kent Wheelock at (520) 533-1174, DSN 821-1174

Osan Enlisted Spouse Club 2008-2009 Scholarship ProgramThe OESC is accepting scholarship applications until April 8 from high school seniors. Points of contact for applications are Ms. Tynia Hopkins, Osan American High School guidance counselor, (784-9097) and Mr. John Peterson, International Christian School Principal, 031-651-1376. Completed Applications must be returned to locations above or to Kelly Roberts-Cooper, PSC 3 Box 4302 APO, AP 96266 No Later Than 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 8.POC SMSgt Kelly “RC” Roberts-Cooper, 303d IS, SCM, 784-6016.

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by Jack LoudermilkUSAG-RC Public Affairs

USAG-RED CLOUD —A group of Soldiers, civilian employees, Families and guests gathered outside a, remodeled building March 21 to witness yet another demonstration of the Army’s commitment to taking care of Soldiers and their Families.

Members of the Division Special Troops Battalion watched and listened as a ribbon was cut at the entrance of Building T-243, signifying the grand opening of the area’s newest Family Readiness Group Center. The center is located near USAG-Red Cloud’s back gate and next to the dry cleaner and mini-shoppette facility.

During opening remarks, Sgt. 1st Class Roger Matthews, noncommissioned officer in charge of DSTB’s S-3 section, explained the FRC is a unit-level building provided to support Family Readiness Group requirements. “It’s a facility available for FRG leaders and DSTB Families to conduct FRG related work, and is an initial place for Families to receive assistance and information,” he said.

Should DSTB Soldiers deploy, the FRC becomes part of the rear detachment’s footprint, according to Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Holder, DSTB’s command sergeant major.

DSTB Commander Lt. Col. Les Brown explained Family assistance is a big issue for the rear detachment because the Family Readiness Group is considered a big combat multiplier for Soldiers.

Viviana Pazos, the Division’s FRG leader, said, “In many ways, the opening of the center formalizes the FRG program within the DSTB.”

Opening of the center follows the recent signing of an Army Family Covenant, in which the Army’s leadership recognized the commitment and increasing sacrifices Families make every day. According to Pazos, the ceremony recognized that while Soldiers may be the strength of the nation, their strength is in their Families.

The covenant represents a $1.4 billion commitment in 2008 to improve quality of life for Army Families. Army leadership is working to include a similar level in the budget for the next five years. In the last two

to three years alone, the Army has privatized and improved almost 80,000 homes on 36 installations and opened 40 new childcare centers, with another 22 on the way, according to Army news reports.

The Army also recently spent $50 million to hire new healthcare providers for Soldiers and their Families, and is working with lawmakers to help Army spouses gain priority for civil service jobs. There are now paid Family Readiness Support assistants at the battalion level.

In her remarks, Pazos welcomed DSTB’s new FRSA, Kyong Benner. She will manage the center for the command and the FRG leadership.

Benner explained the mission of the FRSA is to maintain the continuity and stability of the FRG as units undergo changes in volunteers and leadership. “Operationally,” she said, “the FRSA provides administrative and logistical support to commanders, rear detachment commanders, and volunteer FRG leaders. Taking the administrative burden off volunteers allows FRG leaders to concentrate on performing outreach to Soldiers and their Families in the command,

Red Cloud FRG opens new Family Readiness Centerthus preserving stability on the home front, especially during periods of deployment.”

FNG programs must strive to meet the demands and ever-changing needs of today’s Army Family. That’s why the idea of a paid assistant to FRG leaders quickly caught on and was adopted for use, Benner said.

As the FRSA, Benner provides assistance, information, referral, and follow-up on all areas of Family programs.

Pazos, pointing out the differences in Families being supported – from the command sponsored in Yongsan and new Families in the Uijeongbu area – said, “The largest groups of families are the families living back in the United States or other countries. It’s this larger group that requires the FRG to be strong. We must be prepared to support those families not in Korea, should the need arise.”

Part of the ceremony included a cake-cutting and open house to showcase the several amenities and services offered and a conference room for FRG meetings.

For more information on DSTB’s center, call 732-7287 from on post, or 0505-732-7282 from off-post.

With a snip of the scissors (from left) Command Sgt. Maj. Antonio Holder, DSTB, Viviana Pazos, FRG leader, Kyong Benner, FRSA, and Lt. Col. Les Brown, commander, DSTB, officially open DSTB’s new Family Readiness Center at USAG-Red Cloud. — U.S. Army Photo By Jack Loudermilk

by Spc. Alun ThomasUSAG-RC Public Affairs

USAG-CASEY – Brig. Gen. Al Aycock, Commanding General of Installation Management Command-Korea, was the guest speaker at the Noncommissioned Officer Developmental Program held March 17 at the Digital Conference Center.

Aycock spoke about the Centralized Enlisted Board and the procedures required to vote for new senior enlisted NCOs’, which includes Sgt. 1st Class, Master Sgt. and Sgt. Major.

Aycock said the most important aspects needed to gain promotion are seeking the hard jobs, doing them well, having a recent photo and above average performance in a duty military occupational specialty.

Aycock speaks at NCO development program

Brig. Gen. Al Aycock, Commanding General of IMCOM-Korea speaks with NCOs at USAG Casey. — U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Alun Thomas

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2ID & USAG-RC PresentHolocaust Remembrance

Do not stand silent, remember kristallnacht 1938. Speakers are Jacob Rosenberg, Elle Wiesel and Gerda Klein Holocaust survi-vors. May 2 from 11 a.m. to noon in USAG-RC CG’s Mess. For more information call: 732-6856.

HHC, USAG-RCMail Room Hours of Operation

Monday—4-5:30 p.m., Tuesday11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Wednesday—11:30 a.m.-1 p..m., Thursday—4-5 p.m., Friday—11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday—11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sunday—Closed. For more information call: 732-9063.

2008 Cheongdo Bull Fighting Festival

The 2008 Cheongdo Bull Fighting Festival is seeking 10 to 12 troops to ride farmer’s bulls from April 11-13. For more information e-mail: [email protected]

HQ IMCOM CentralizedMentoring Program

Be a mentor, help develop well-rounded managers at the mid or senior level by grooming high potential emloyees to as-sume higher levels of responsibilities. Men-tees from GS-11—13. For more information call: 732-9063.

Harvard Strategist ProgramHarvard Strategist Program is a one year degree producting program open to all Army active competitive category captains. Selected Captains attend Harvard Uni-versity on scholarship earning a Masters Degree in public administration. For more information call: 732-7015.

2008 Child Abuse Prevention Event2ID and USAG-RC is sponsoring the 2008 Child Abuse Prevention Event: The best antidote to child abuse is a healthy mar-riage. April 16 from 1-3 p.m. in Hansen Field House on USAG-Casey. For more information call: 730-3002/3107.

USFK Information Assurance Conference

The USFK J6 will be hosting it’s fourth an-nual information assurance conference in the Osan Officer’s Club from May 6 - 8. Presenters from DISA, PACOM, USFK, K-TNOSC, RCERT-K, ROK MND, AF OSI will give addresses and the keynote speaker will be Robert Lentz. All IA professionals welcome. For more information call: 723-3516.

2008 Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon

All are cordially invited to attend the 2nd Infantry Division and USAG-RC Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon April 28 in the USAG-Casey Warrior’s Club at 11:30 a.m. Registered volunteers dine free. For more information call: 732-7314.

Become a VolunteerTo register as a volunteer log on to www.myarmylifetoo.com. If you are not sure where you would like to volunteer your time see the Army Volunteer Coordinator by callling: 732-7314.

USAG-RC College Course Information For information about spring semister col-lege courses call: 732-7015.

Shincheon River Banks Clean UpThe city of Dongducheon plans the 2008 Spring Shincheon River Banks Clean-up April 15. For more information call: 730-6630.

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Workers move new furniture into buildings 654 and 655 at USAG-Casey, March 18, as part of a five-year barracks renovation project, which began in Oct. — U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Alun Thomas.


USAG-CASEY – Phase one of a three-part renovation development project of USAG-RC Soldier living quarters and unaccompanied personnel housing facilities concluded March 18 after work started in October of 2007.

The cost of the 10 buildings, which were renovated in the first phase of the program, was more than $3M.

Louis Scott, Department of Logistics director, said DOL identified barracks, which had bad furniture and were in poor condition and set up a three-phase plan to procure new furniture.

“One of the things we wanted to do was give the Soldiers new furniture and good living quarters,” Scott said. “We met with many vendors trying to get the best furniture we could so when the Soldiers moved in the room they had something new instead of

what was there before.”Scott said one of the biggest problems

was the furniture itself, which had been there more than 10 years with no replacement plan, and in such bad condition 75 percent of it had to be taken to the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office.

“Only 25 percent of the furniture was reusable, but the DOL’s responsibility during the renovation was to identify the needs and order the furniture,” Scott said.

The first phase of the plan was to order the furniture and deliver it, Scott said, adding that the next phase is scheduled to start in April, with the delivery of furniture ordered for the next senior living quarters and unaccompanied personnel housing on the list of renovations.

“We developed a five-year replacement plan,” Scott said. “.When money comes in; we are able to buy new furniture. When funds are available, we buy the furniture, and were able to do that for the first phase.”

Scott said some of the money for the

furniture was provided by Installation Management Command from year end funds to help pay for the furniture.

Some of the new furniture included more than 1,200 mattresses, chairs, drawers and pool tables for barrack day rooms.

Sgt. 1st Class Colin Constable, combat medic, said he is impressed with the renovations.

“My first tour was in 2002 and the living quarters for senior noncommissioned officers then are nowhere near as good as they are now,” Constable said. “I usually live off post because I am married, but I am unaccompanied this time, so for one room housing, I am very pleased.”

Scott said it is a good feeling seeing how well phase one went and the condition of the barracks compared to their previous state.

“It is good for me to be part of this, because I saw the condition of the old mattresses that came out of the barracks; they were passed down for years and years without any consideration for replacement.”

USAG-Casey barracks renovated

by Jim CunninghamUSAG-RC Public Affairs

USAG -RED CLOUD—Civi l ian employees gathered in Mitchell’s Club March 19 to celebrate their colleague’s achievement and length of service in Federal employment. A total of six employees earned Command Inspection Program awards.

Michal Vail, Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security, earned the Achievement Medal for Civilian Service and an appreciation award from Brig. Gen. Al Aycock, commander, Installation Management Command-Korea. Rene DeJesus, manager, Mitchell’s Club, earned the same award and Geraldine Jones, director of Civilian Personnel Advisory Center earned a certificate of appreciation.

Kenneth Williams, Directorate of Emergency Services, Pak, Sung Hak, DES, Chon, Yong Ho, DES, and Kim, Chin Su, DES earned certificates of achievements.

The Long Term Service Award was presented to 37 employees. Total experience in years, when added together came to 920 years.

Kim, Pok Man, USAG-RC Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation sports specialist, was awarded for his 50 years of service to Warriors in South Korea.

“I have been in the Army 23 years,” said Col. Larry ‘Pepper’ Jackson, garrison commander USAG-RC. “I cannot image staying in the Army for 50 years. Mr. Kim, my special thanks go out to you and to all the employees who have given so much to USAG-RC and our community.

USAG-RC lauds civilian employees

Kim, Pok Man (center) proudly displays his 50 years of service award with USAG-RC Garrison Commander Larry ‘Pepper’ Jack-son (right) and USAG-RC Deputy Garrison Commander Richard Davis March 19. — U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunningham

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USAG-RED CLOUD – Ethics training took place at the USAG-Red Cloud Theater, March 19, aimed at educating USAG-RC civilian employees about Department of Defense ethics laws and mandates in order to serve their jobs in accordance with correct legal principles.

The training was conducted by Capt. Melissa Dasgupta, administrative law division of the Judge Advocate General, and concentrated on various ethical areas, ranging from misuse of government owned vehicles to ration control.

“The secretary of the Army requires this training because we are all government resources and we all use government resources,” Dasgupta said. “We have to make sure we are using those resources properly and the tax payer’s money.”

Dasgupta said training is held once a month for military units and Department of Defense civilians by JAG, who alternates training between USAG-RC and USAG-Casey, and is advertised on the Armed

Forces Network and other places off post so people, can meet their annual requirement of attending one session a year.

“its important people understand when a red flag comes up,” Dasgupta said. “Our intent is to give everyone the facts so when one of those issues comes up they can call us and we can help them out.”

“Good use of government resources is the key part. We don’t want anyone to get in trouble for not knowing the facts. We want everyone to know the difference between right and wrong; when the area becomes grey, they should call us.”

Dasgupta explained the five main points of the program, which summed up the key topics of the training.

The main concern, Dasgupta said, was the misuse of GOV’s, which can only be used for official business and never for personal errands, such as shopping in a Post Exchange, where it is illegal to park a GOV.

Another issue that raises many questions, Dasgupta said, is gift giving and the dollar amounts, which cannot be exceeded on these occasions.

“When somebody has a permanent change of station or retirement, $300 is the limit,” Dasgupta said. “When you see someone leave Korea with a plaque that is totally acceptable. However if you take up a collection for an employee who may have had a baby or is leaving, you cannot force anyone to contribute, it is voluntary.”

Some of Dasgupta’s other key ethical issues were endorsing nonfederal entities and seeking outside employment that may conflict with official government duties.

Dasgupta said if a DoD employee is actively seeking employment with another company who conducts business with the DoD, then the employee should contact an ethics counselor immediately to ensure no conflict exists.

Some ethical issues, which are relatively minor, Dasgupta, said are the laws surrounding government telephones, misusing them for lengthy long distance calls, and DoD computers, which cannot be used to access pornography or social networking sites such as My Space for security reasons.

USAG-RC civilians receive ethics training

Capt. Melissa Dasgupta, Administrative Law Office of the Judge Advocate General, USAG-RC, conducts Ethics Training at the Red Cloud theater, March 19. — U.S. Army Photo By Spc. Alun Thomas

by Jim Cunningham, Spc. Alun ThomasUSAG-RC Public Affairs

USAG-CASEY—Warrior families gathered with children from the local My Home Orphanage March 22 in Stewart Field on USAG-Casey to hunt eggs hidden by the Easter Bunny and his helpers from Better Opportunities for Unaccompanied and Single Soldiers.

“We are having this Easter egg hunt to keep the American tradition for the families here and introduce the tradition for those families not acquainted with our custom,” said Staff Sgt. Lucia Gonzalez, BOSS coordinator, USAG-RC. “We planned this event with USAG-RC Fa m i l y a n d Morale, Welfare and Recreation, USAG-Casey Community Ac t i v i t y Cente r, Un i t e d Se r v i c e s Organization, USAG-Casey Library, BOSS Soldiers and BOSS funds paid for all the food along with FMWR funds. Logistics and games for the children also were furnished by FMWR.”

Festivities began with a welcome from James Richardson, USAG-Casey deputy garrison commander, followed by an introduction to activities by Gonzalez.

The highlights of the festivities were face painting, egg dyeing, a barbecue and a dog show provided by 55th Military Police. Jumping castles were provided by the service division of FMWR, Gonzalez said. “Family Readiness Groups and the Pear Blossom Cottage helped with the face painting, stuffing the plastic eggs with prizes and boiling 1,600 hard-boiled eggs and decorating 120 eggs.”

“The CAC provided the logistics for today’s event,” said Sally Hall, USAG-Casey

CAC director. “For children ages 2 to 5, we hid the eggs inside Stewart Field, for children 6 to 9 and 10 to 12; we hid the eggs outside Stewart Field.”

CAMP STANLEY – Easter festivities were in full swing as 304th Signal Battalion hosted an Easter egg hunt attended by the Kwang Myung Orphanage at Camp Stanley ball field, as part of a good neighbor program between the unit and orphanage.

Sponsoring the event were the Camp Stanley Commissary and the Better Opportunities for Single and Unaccompanied Soldiers program.

“Every year the 304th has a Family Readiness Group event, which is an Easter egg hunt,” s a i d L t . C o l . A l f r e d Fr a n c i s , H e a d q u a r t e r s and Headquarters Company, 304th Signa l Bat ta l ion commander. “This year we dec ided to make it a little d i f f e r e n t a n d

incorporate the Kwang Myung Orphanage into our Easter egg hunt and there are roughly 90 orphans here today.”

Other activities at the event included face painting, a cookout, and a certificate of appreciation for USAG-Stanley Commissary Store Manager Jessica Crowl.

Crowl said the commissary was happy to sponsor the Easter egg hunt and were donating gift certificates that were part of a raffle held at the event.

During his speech to those assembled, Francis thanked the commissary for donating food and goods, and the Camp Stanley Department of Housing for supplying the inflatable castles.

“I want to thank everyone for coming out to the 304th Easter egg hunt,” Francis said. ‘We had a good all encompassing day of fun.”

Children celebrate Easter at USAG-Casey and Stanley

“We had a good, all–

encompassing day of fun and

that’s what it’s all about.”Lt. Col. Alfred Francis,

commander, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 304th

Signal Battalion

Excited children, faces painted and cotton candy in hand, greet the Easter bunny during the BOSS Easter egg hunt in Stewart Field on USAG-Casey March 22. — U.S. Army Photo By Jim Cunningham

A young boy from the Kwang Myung orphanage looks on as he gets a face painting by a family member of the 304th Signal Battalion at the Easter egg hunt on Camp Stanley March 22.— U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Alun Thomas.

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by David McNallyUSAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Across U.S. Forces Korea, more civilian employees are entering the National Security Personnel System. The new “pay-for-performance” system was designed as a replacement to the old civil service system.

The new pay system requires a Garrison pay panel to evaluate and rate each NSPS employee’s performance at the end of the year. The results of the panel are recommendations to the pay pool manager for how much, if any, salary increase and bonus will be paid out to the employee. U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan has about 50 civilian employees who entered NSPS Nov. 11, 2007.

“Our goal is fair and equitable treatment of all employees in distinguishing among levels of performance and pay,” said Kenneth Stark, Civilian Personnel Advisory Center chief.

Members of the Garrison pay pool, along with 18th Medical Command, AFN Korea, USFK and 8th U.S. Army managers, met at Dragon Hill Lodge March 13-14 for extensive training on pay pool structure, rules and roles.

“NSPS employees need to keep track of their accomplishments throughout the rating cycle,” said Carrie Wiggins, Area II Civilian Personnel Advisory Center lead NSPS specialist, and instructor for the training. “Under this pay system, it is critical

for employees to write self assessments for the interim review and the annual review.”

Wiggins said the self assessment is not mandatory, but not submitting one may reflect on the NSPS employee’s final payout.

“We had some really good training,” said USAG-Yongsan Pay Pool Manager Don Moses. Moses is also the deputy garrison commander. “The key will be to have a successful ‘mock’ pay pool.”

A mock pay pool allows pay pool members to review self assessments and supervisor’s ratings in a practice panel. Panel members vote as they would during an actual pay pool and get an opportunity to see how the process will work.

The garrison pay pool members are the directors of Human Resources; Logistics; Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation; and the chiefs of Public Affairs and Safety.

“Because this is a new process, this could be time-intensive,” Wiggins said. “For 50 employees, the pay pool may have to be sequestered for a up to a week.”

Wiggins said each NSPS employee’s rating will be reviewed by the pay pool against a set of performance indicators.

Moses said he wants Garrison NSPS employees to take all available online training, like NSPS 101 and the iSuccess course.

“It is vital that everyone understands the implications of the new pay system,” he said. “Supervisors and employees need to communicate about their smart objectives

Managers prep for NSPS pay pool‘Fair, equitable treatment’ goal of new pay-for-performance system

and what progress is being made toward their successful completion.”

Smart objectives are the agreed-upon standards linked to an employee’s organizational mission. The objectives are “results-focused.” The CPAC will offer classes on writing smart objectives April 18 and May 29.

Pay pool members must complete NSPS supervisor and pay pool management training. Members also sign nondisclosure agreements. All pay pool proceedings are confidential. The pay pool manager has the authority to override panel

recommendations. The NSPS employee has the right to appeal their performance rating to the Performance Review Authority. Under USAG-Yongsan rules, the PRA is the garrison commander.

“We’re keeping our NSPS employees informed and educated,” said Garrison Pay Pool Administrator Bob Clifton.

Clifton said the garrison panel will meet mid-May to conduct a mock pay pool. The actual pay pool will conduct panel meetings Nov. 17-21 resulting in the first USAG-Yongsan payout for performance Jan. 6, 2009.

Carrie Wiggins (standing), Civilian Personnel Advisory Center lead NSPS specialist, teaches a two-day pay pool management class at the Dragon Hill Lodge March 13-14. — U.S. Army Photo By David Mc-Nally


K-16 AIR BASE — Garrison officials met March 18 at the K-16 Community Activity Center for a day-long strategic planning conference. More than 30 managers and key employees discussed the road ahead and how to continue to provide quality services.

The purpose of the event was to increase team building, look at better business practices, review the Garrison strategic plan and view the feedback from the Army Communities of Excellence team visit from November 2007.

“We want your participation,” said Garrison Deputy Commander Don Moses. “The pace never slows. Your time is valuable and so is your participation.”

The group discussed Microsoft Outlook strategies, looking for ways to use the program more effectively to schedule meetings, track tasks and use rules to manage e-mail.

“We also talked about strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges,” said Chet Witkowski, USAG-Yongsan management analyst. “This is a standard method of identifying the way ahead in corporate America.”

Witkowski broke the group up into four teams to tackle each area during the exercise. He used a unique “silent brainstorming”

method to gather people’s ideas. Each person wrote down their responses on a yellow stick-it pad and stuck it to the wall anonymously.

“The silent brainstorming session has a couple of advantages,” Witkowski said. “It allows everyone equal input into the analysis and it also gives a sense of anonymity because people aren’t afraid of giving input.”

Witkowski said after they put their ideas on the wall, the moderator combined them into groups and came up with four or five similar themes.

“We were able to gauge the magnitude of the input from the participants,” Witkowski said. “It allowed us to concentrate our efforts on what matters most.”

The mission of the garrison is “to manage

Army installations to support readiness and mission execution and to provide equitable services and facilities, optimize resources, sustain the environment and enhance the well-being of the military community.”

Garrison Commander Col. Dave Hall told the group about upcoming challenges with the Yongsan Relocation Plan.

“We have to bridge the gap from today to whenever this timeline is and provide uninterupted customer support, which is predictable, efficient and effective,” Hall said.

Hall praised the team for their efforts to make USAG-Yongsan a great Army community.

Last April, the garrison conducted a similar off-site strategic planning conference. The results from that meeting ended up in the 2007 Army Communities of Excellence submission. The Army selected USAG-Yongsan as one of four garrisons worldwide to compete for the ACOE title. The top prize in the contest is $2 million.

After reviewing the feedback from last year’s evaluation team visit, Barry Robinson, plans, analysis and integration chief, told the group that Yongsan still has a good chance to win.

“Even though we are one of the best garrisons in the Army, we still need to look at the way ahead and plan improvements,” Robinson said.

Garrison seeks improvement through strategic planning

Deputy Garrison Commander Don Moses ad-dresses more than 30 managers and key employ-ees March 18 at the Garrison Off-site Strategic Planning Conference. — U.S. Army Photo By Da-vid McNally

“We have to bridge the gap from today to whenever this timeline is and provide unin-terrupted customer support, which is predictable, efficient

and effective.”Col. Dave Hall

Garrison Commanderon Yongsan Relocation Plan

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YONGSAN GARRISON — April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Month of the Military Child, and the Army Community Service Family Advocacy Program has planned several events to celebrate military children.

“We need to remain committed to creating healthy families and communities in which to raise our children,” said Margaret Rice, family advocacy specialist.

The “kick-off” event is a “parent pledge” awareness outreach 3-6 p.m. April 4 at the Main Exchange. “The ACS FAP team will be joined by face painters and balloon artists to treat our military children to some extra fun,” Rice said.

One of the featured events is the third annual Comunity Baby Shower April 12.

“This is a critical part of our celebration of Child Abuse Prevention Month,” Rice said. “We strive to recognize the importance of parenting, as well as the joy and challenges we face when providing our infants and children with love and

guidance they need to grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults,” Rice said.

The “April Showers Baby Shower” is for expecting parents and parents with infants under 2 months old. This event will feature gifts, games, a presentation on Shaken Baby Syndrome, and other educational information. Call 738-5151 to sign up.

Other highlights of the month’s activities:

Family Fun Walk and Run April 5: Starts at 9 a.m. at Collier Field House and will feature prizes and giveaways. Safety vests are required for all participants.

Play Works Playgroup April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: From 10-11:30 a.m. at the Hannam Village ACS Outreach Center in Bldg. 6107. Designed for children 6 weeks old to 3 years old and their parents to play, build supportive relationships and grow.

“Becoming a Love & Logic Parent for 0-12 Year Olds” April 22, 29 and May 6 and 8: From 6-8 p.m. in Bldg. 4106, Room 205. A four-week parenting workshop that will empower families by providing parents with the skills and resources to help their

children survive and thrive in the changing world. Call 738-5150 to register.

Stress and Anger Management April 2: From 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Community Services Building, Room 226. The class focuses on stress and anger management techniques. Rice said people who manage their anger have better relationships, health and more occupational success. Call 738-5150 to sign up.

Wee Play Playgroup April 2, 16, 23, 30: From 10-11:30 a.m. at the School Age Services Building, Bldg. 4211 on South Post. Designed for children 6 weeks old to 3 years old and their parents to play, build supportive relationships and grow.

Breastfeeding Class April 17: From 6-8 p.m. at the U.S. Army Hospital-Yongsan. Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding, breastfeeding positions and techniques, common concerns of breastfeeding and more. Call 738-5151 to enroll.

Helping to sponsor events are the American Forces Spouses Club, Child and Youth Services, and the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.

Community plans events to honor military children3rd annual baby shower highlights month’s activities

by Pvt. Lee Min-hwiUSAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — They stand outside the gates, helping to protect Yongsan Garrison and community members. Sixty Korea National Police officers got to see what it looks like behind the gates they guard during the KNP Appreciation Day March 17.

“We know your job is not easy,” Don Moses, U.S. Army Yongsan-Garrison deputy commander, told the policemen. “You are out there 24-7, no matter what the weather. You are always on guard, and we really appreciate what you do.”

Moses presented cer t i f icates of appreciation to some of the officers as

gratitude for their service. He recognized them as key members of the United States-Republic of Korea Alliance. “You make a difference,” he said. “You are part of the alliance, and part of our team.”

After a watching a video presentation on the U.S.-ROK alliance and the Yongsan Relocation Plan, the KNP toured the South and Main Post and had lunch with U.S. Soldiers at the Three Kingdoms’ Inn Dining Facility.

“I was surprised by the choices of food you can choose at the dining facility, and the food was also great,” said Pvt. Oh Hae-sung, of the Seoul Special Mobile Police. “It was a nice experience to actually hear from American Soldiers.”

Pfc. Chun Ho-Seung, visiting the

garrison for the first time, said, “Unlike my anticipation that there would only be Army facilities, I realized that there are also many cultural facilities in the Garrison. I feel like I am in a different country.”

The KNP Appreciation Day is part of the U.S. Forces Korea Good Neighbor Program designed to strengthen relationships between local and military communities throughout Korea.

An Chang- s in , USAG-Yongsan community relations officer, said, “We hold this day quarterly to show the community’s appreciation for their hard work in protecting the safety of its members.”

Visit the garrison Web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil for more Good Neighbor stories.

Garrison holds appreciation day for Korean policemen

First Sgt. Darryl Wright (left), U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Headquarters and Headquar-ters Company, and Mark A. Smith, also of USAG-Yong-san, finish the 5K Fun Run March 15 as part of National Nutrition Month activities. The run was sponsored by the 18th Medical Command. The next Yongsan fun runs are April 5 and April 26. A 10K road race is scheduled for April 19. Call Collier Field House at 724-8466 for de-tails. — U.S. Army Photo By Master Sgt. Desmond Smith

Fun running

Furniture Store ClosedThe Army and Air Force Exchange Ser-vice Furniture Store on South Post will be closed Monday-Thursday for repairs. The store will remodeled with new flooring. Selected sale promotion items for next week will be placed in the Main Exchange to minimize customer impact.

Youth Baseball Umpires NeededBaseball umpires for the upcoming youth sports season are needed, and a clinic for interested umpires is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the 1st Replacement Center. Score keepers are also needed. For infor-mation, contact Mark White at 738-3127.

Audie Murphy JROTC Scholarship Audie Murphy Junior ROTC scholarships are available to high school seniors who are JROTC members. The deadline to apply is Thursday. See your high school counselor for scholarship applications.

Texas Aggie MusterTexas “Aggie” informal potluck and pro-gram starts at noon April 19 at Yong-san South Post Picnic Areas 1 and 2. Contact Lt. Col. Jon Woodcock at [email protected] for more informa-tion and to RSVP.

ACS ClassesArmy Community Service offers classes ranging from learning Korean to discov-ering Seoul. Following are free classes scheduled in April:English as a second language: Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. The classes are designed to assist foreign-born de-pendents of U.S. Servicemembers look-ing to improve English language skills.Korean language class: Learn to read basic Korean letters and learn Korean phrases to improve your cultural experi-ence in Yongsan. Classes are held Tues-day and Thursdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. Pre-enrollment is required.Seoul Secrets Korean food discovery: Learn Korean food names, discuss res-taurant etiquette, and eat in a local Kore-an restaurant touted as a “hidden secret” by community members. The class is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 9.Seoul Secrets Transportation 101: Learn about the multitude of transporta-tion choices Seoul has to offer to include the subway, express buses and local bus-es. The class is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 16.Sponsorship training: Are you a unit trainer looking for a class that offers train-ing in a unique and motivating manner? Schedule your next sponsorship training class at 738-7186.Solo in Seoul: An ACS “Hearts Apart” program designed to provide information to Families of deployed or geographically separated spouses in USAG-Yongsan. The next event is 10:30 a.m. to noon April 17.Operation Smooth Move: Gain tips and information about moving or learn about your new duty station. The next class is 1-2:30 p.m. April 25.

1st Annual College FairDelta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc presents its first college fair noon to 4 p.m. April 19 at the Seoul American Elementary School cafeteria. Event planners are looking for volunteers to represent their college, uni-versity or service academy. For informa-tion, e-mail [email protected] or call 010-3125-0466.

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by Cpl. Im Jin-minUSAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON — Strong families are the pillar of support behind strong Soldiers, and thanks to Yongsan’s Army Family Team Building Program, helping families has crossed cultural divides.

AFTB is a series of classes led by volunteer instructors that provides training and knowledge to Army family members to help them understand Army life. Yongsan holds sessions in the Korean language, and is planning one in Spanish in May.

“The AFTB helps military spouses and families to be self-sufficient,” said Reta Mills, AFTB coordinator for USAG-Yongsan. “It enables families to have tools to support themselves while the Soldier is on mission. AFTB programs provide educate designed to prepare Army families to move successfully into the future.”

Seven Korean spouses gathered March 19 and 20 at the Army Community Service center to learn the basic skills and knowledge of military life during a two-day course.

“This year we plan on having AFTB Level 1 classes in Korean on a quarterly basis,” said Hong Sook-hee, a volunteer AFTB master trainer. “It targets spouses new to the Army.”

AFTB contributes to the Army mission by educating and training the Army family to be self-sufficient leaders within their

communities, according the AFTB mission statement. AFTB Level I classes focus on the basic skills and knowledge needed to live the military life. Level II allows participants to grow into community leaders. Level III inspires and mentors others into leadership roles.

Hong, a Korean spouse herself, said there are many who live on post who don’t know how to take full advantage of the benefits available to them.

“Clearly we receive many more questions from the part of the spouses when the class is given in their own language,” she said.

During the class, the spouses learned and shared information on various topics,

such as military customs and courtesies, basic military benefits and entitlements, community resources, children’s education and financial issues.

“I believe the primary motive of holding such a class is to increase dialogue and understanding between couples, a process that can lead to a healthy relationship,” Hong said. “And recently, many of the spouses revealed that now when they go back home, they will feel more supportive to their husbands and children.”

Kang Eun-kyung traveled from the Uijoengbu area to attend the seminar.

“I had taken an AFTB course last year, but it was in English,” Kang said. “So even

when I had a question about my child’s education, the instructor had difficulty understanding what I truly wanted to know. This class was short but is a huge benefit and very exciting.”

Wee Sun-sook, another Soldier spouse, said she now felt confident about managing domestic affairs.

“It’s great to sit around with others with whom we can share information,” she said.

The next Korean AFTB course will be offered in July, Hong said. Spanish-speaking spouses may also take classes in May.

For more information on AFTB, call 738-3617.

Army Family Team Building holds Korean-language seminar

by Kenneth FidlerUSAG-Yongsan Public Affairs

YONGSAN GARRISON – Donna Earl told everyone to write down three things they can’t live without every day. It was an exercise in capturing what is important to one’s daily ritual.

Those yellow stickies went into a box. Then they went into the trash.What was thought to be the beginning

of a brainstorming exercise in good ideas to help military children transition during moves turned into a reality check.

“That is what we do to our kids when we move,” Earl said. “We basically take away their friends and extended support system, loss of structure in their lives. They no longer

know how it’s going to work when they walk into their new school.”

That underscored the importance of why she and her Military Child Education Coalition team were here: to give parents tips to help ease school transition issues for military children.

The Military Child Education Coalition is a nonprofit organization that promotes partnerships and provides for networking of military installations and their supporting school districts, according to its mission statement. Its focus is to address transition and other educational issues related to the military-connected child, including active duty, National Guard, and Reserves.

The program was called Parent-to-Parent because the trainers are parents of military children and have experienced many moves

and school transitions.“U.S. Forces Korea is aware of the

concerns of both parents and students, and brought trainers from the Military Child Education Coalition to Korea to share information, strategies and high quality resources with parents to assist them in their role as their child’s best advocate,” said Chad Lucy, coordinator for the USFK Partner in Education program.

A team of three MCEC trainers toured Korea last week to give insight into transition issues and explain resources available to parents and students.

During a seminar March 17 at Yongsan, Earl said military families worldwide have about 800,000 children in kindergarten through 12th grade. The average military child attends seven schools and moves every

two or three years.“When you move them, they can feel like

they are behind,” said Earl, an Army spouse and “military brat” who has raised two boys who changed school nine times.

“We want them to feel like they have their game on so they are not so apprehensive for the next move,” she said.

During her presentation, she emphasized that providing children predictability is the key to helping with school transition.

“What our kids want is predictability,” Earl said. “And that’s not that things are the same. It’s knowing what’s ahead. So, as parents, the way we provide predictability for our children is to do a lot of research and get involved.”

Parents are the best role models and mentors for their children, Earl emphasized. Successful transitions lead to increased problem-solving skills, able and confident learners, resiliency, and optimistic outlook.

“Where they learn to be resilient is from their parents,” she said. “They see you exploring, you getting excited, you talking about all the things there are to do in the new locations, you solving those (transition) problems. They basically learn to take the lemons and make lemonade.” She also explained that statistically the common factor among children who are National Merit scholars was eating dinner with their families. “It’s not so much the eating, but it’s the discussion they have,” Earl said. “It can be at any time to keep communication open. You are talking about that project, you’re talking about how they felt about something they just presented in school. That’s a really important piece, and statistics show that it is an incredible benefit to your child.”

Seminars arm parents, kids for successful school transitions

Hong Sook-hee, an Army Family Team Building master trainer, explains the Army rank structure to a class of Korean spouses. — U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Im Jin-min

The enduring theme during the parent-to-parent workshops was to promote predictability and conduct plenty of research on your child’s new school when planning for a move. Following are some tips from the MCEC to help prepare for a smooth school move:

Community involvement“This piece is important, because they need to become part

of their community. But the other reason is because many high schools are requiring service-learning to graduate. They may move to a school district that requires volunteer service. Sometimes it’s significant, up to 300 hours. Get them used to doing that sort of thing and it’s part of their lives so it doesn’t feel like a burden when they get older.”

Develop strong readers“Children spend the first three years of school learning to

read. From third grade on, they are learning through reading.

If they can’t read on or above grade level, they’re going to fall behind and struggle in other courses. If they are a little bit behind when you move or they miss something, they’re going to have a harder time catching up. But if they have that strong reading background, they’ll be OK. When they get to middle and high school, they need to learn to read critically. So it’s important to make reading a part of your daily life at home.”

Be involved in your child’s education“You want to be involved in their education. Children whose

parents are involved in their education stay in school longer and achieve more both socially and academically. That’s a research fact. Being involved in their education doesn’t mean you have to be volunteering at school. Some of you work full time. It can be going over homework at home, sitting at dinner and talking about what’s going on at school, knowing what their assignments are.”

Tips for a successful school transition

USAG-Y • PAGE 12http://yongsan.korea.army.mil THE MORNING CALMAREA II

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Warm weather safety considerations

“Many accidents and incidents are easily

preventable by taking simple precautions.

Safety is always one of our most enduring

missions.”

March 22 was the first day of Spring, so it’s safe to say that warmer weather will be with us

for a while now. Many of us will no doubt take advantage of the many activities that our community has to offer.

We’ll see more joggers and bicycles on our streets, which means we all need to tune up our safety antennae and make sure that we all work together to keep our streets, sidewalks and common areas safe for everyone.

U.S. Army Garrison-Yongsan Policy Letter 10-1 spells out community safety rules for joggers, bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, motorcycles and mopeds. Anyone can download this policy letter from the Garrison Web site at http://yongsan.korea.army.mil/sites/about/policies.html.

One important a s p e c t o f t h i s policy states that h e a d p h o n e s , earphones, and handheld cell phones will not be used when operating motorcycles, mopeds, bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, or when running or jogging. It’s all about keeping you and others safe.

Here are some important highlights of this policy:

Protective equipmentAll personnel are required to wear the

following protective equipment while operating or riding as a passenger on a motorcycle/moped on USAG-Yongsan Installations: A properly fastened approved helmet that meets Department of Transportation standards; eye protection (clear goggles or a face shield attached to the helmet); full-fingered gloves, long trousers, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and leather boots or over the ankle shoes.

Reflective vestsWhen jogging, bicycling, skateboarding,

roller skating, rollerblading or operating a motorcycle or moped, a high-visibility retro-reflective vest (bright colors for day and reflective for night) will be worn. Reflective belts, arm bands or sleevelets may not be used in lieu of reflective vests. If wearing a backpack, the vest must be worn over the backpack.

Individual joggingThe safety of joggers or runners is

an individual responsibility. Joggers are pedestrians and must observe the same

precautions as those who are walking w h e n c r o s s i n g r o a d s . Tr a f f i c signals and stop signs will be obeyed and pede s t r i an crosswalks will be used when crossing roads. Joggers will avoid the use of the main streets and run in single file to the maximum extent possible. Joggers will

use jogging paths or sidewalks where available or run on the far-left side of the road, facing traffic, when jogging paths or sidewalks are not available. Challenging or obstructing vehicular traffic is forbidden. Joggers should yield the right of way to vehicular traffic.

Skateboards and skatingThe MWR Skate Park in the Family Fun

Park is the only approved and Garrison-sponsored area designated for skateboards and roller-blades. Other authorized areas are parking lots within housing areas; unoccupied open areas, such as basketball courts, unused parking lots, and paved playgrounds; and parking lots after facilities have closed for the day.

Parents, please talk to your children about playing safe. Many accidents and incidents are easily preventable by taking simple precautions. Safety is always one of our most enduring missions.

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can usehttp://yongsan.korea.army.mil

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Rambo 4(R) 6 p.m.

Capt. Kevin S. CoxLegal Office

Families do matter, and the Army continues to grapple with the complex circumstances presented by the increasing desire of dependents to accompany the force in Korea. United States Forces Korea has covered considerable ground toward meeting the needs of dependents throughout the peninsula, yet the fact remains that Area I is a dependent restricted area, and few Soldiers receive command sponsored assignments.

Despite considerable progress in providing vital resources to non-command sponsored dependents, this classification continues to carry relevant restrictions, and these families will inevitably have access to fewer resources and less support than those serving command sponsored tours.

This already challenging arrangement becomes significantly more so when Soldiers PCS and leave their foreign spouses behind with no knowledge of whether they can retain their benefits, or how to go about doing so. The solution requires equal parts education and prudence; this article provides the education, the Soldier and spouse need only supply the prudence.

The first challenge is ensuring that the dependent can remain in Korea legally. Non-Korean dependents of U.S. Army Soldiers acquire an A-3 SOFA visa while accompanying the Service member in Korea. This status provides legal justification for the dependent to be in the Republic of Korea, and conveys the same “SOFA”

privileges available to the Soldier. These include, among other things, access to duty free goods in the Post Exchange (PX) and the Commissary. This visa expires upon the Soldier’s PCS from Korea, having the practical effect of leaving the dependent in Korea illegally.

To avoid this situation, the Soldier and dependent should contact the nearest Immigration Office and obtain a 90-day tourist visa, allowing the dependent to remain in Korea legally for an additional three months. Although a dependent could certainly obtain the visa after the Soldier has left the country, fees may be incurred by those who are in Korea illegally for any period of time. These fees are easily avoided by visiting the immigration office prior to being in the country illegally, and in some cases, these fees may be waived through consultation with immigration personnel. Check out http://www.immigration.go.kr/indeximmeng.html for more information on immigration, or to find the Immigration Office nearest you.

This extension is a short-term solution which provides the dependent some extra time to wait out the processing of their permanent U.S. visa. Once again, a little prudence will go a long way in avoiding this time gap all together. Immediately after marriage, start the visa process! Compliance with USFK Reg. 600-240 is half the battle; compliance essentially ensures that a Soldier’s spouse has acquired the necessary documentation to request a permanent U.S. visa. So request it!

Still, the process takes time and delays

are not always avoidable. In most cases the immigration office will not contact an applicant if a form is incomplete, or improperly filled out. This undesirable situation is also easily avoidable; fill the forms out completely and correctly. For assistance, contact Army Community Services , which is an indispensible resource in navigating the seemingly endless immigration maze. Three times a month (first, second, and third Friday), each at a different installation (Casey, Red Cloud, and Stanley, respectively), ACS conducts excellent workshops to help applicants fill out the visa paperwork. If a proper visa application is submitted, the additional three months in Korea provided by the tourist visa should provide amble time for an applicant to receive the U.S. visa and reunite with his/her spouse.

In addition to ensuring a dependent has continued legal presence in the ROK, continued access to the installation should be arranged. Dependents gain access to USFK military installations and facilities through registration in the Biometric Identification System . However, BIDS registration expires upon a sponsoring Soldier’s DEROS date. To avoid this, prior to PCSing the Soldier should contact the local Pass and ID Office to request an extension in the BIDS system for any dependent that must remain in Korea. PIDO will simply need a copy of the Soldier’s PCS orders, in addition to the valid dependent ID and passport that the spouse would have needed to show to get initial access. If the Soldier fails to request an extension before PCSing, a dependent

can still self-extend registration in the BIDS system by providing this required documentation. An extension will be granted for up to one year or the expiration of the dependent’s ID card, whichever comes first.

Access to the installation ensures a dependent access to vital services like medical, dental, and legal. Dependents are entitled to the same services as when they were accompanied by the Soldier. However, access to duty-free items in the Post Exchange and the Commissary is slightly more complicated, as unaccompanied family members are not generally entitled access to duty free goods. A dependent can request an exception through the Installation Ration Control Office , but exceptions are seldom approved, and are generally limited to situations where the dependent is pregnant or has physical custody of small children. The RCO will forward requests with supporting documentation to USFK J1-Data Management.

It is an unfortunate set of circumstances, to be sure, but dependents that find themselves unaccompanied in Korea while awaiting their permanent U.S. visa can and should have access to virtually everything they need during this gap. There is, however, no sound solution for those Soldiers and dependents that perpetually procrastinate or disregard the U.S. visa process. The exercise of prudence in collaboration with the information contained in this article will ensure a minimal time gap between leaving your loved-ones behind, and your anticipated reunion.

Bridging the gap: Providing for accompanying dependents after their sponsor leaves Korea

MARCH 28, 2008IMCOM-K • PAGE 15

http://imcom.korea.army.milCHAPLAINArea II Worship Schedule

Protestant Services Collective Sunday 0800 Memorial Ch. (Communion) Sunday 0930 121 Hospital Chapel Sunday 0930 Hannam Vi l lage Chapel (Korean) Sunday 1000 South Post Chapel Sunday 1000 multi Purpose Trng Facility (Relying on Christ in Korea) Sunday 1030 K-16 Chapel Sunday 1100 Hannam Village Chapel Sunday 1100 Camp Stanley Chapel Sunday 1200 South Post Chapel (Gospel)KATUSA Thursday 1830 CRC Memorial ChapelKCFA 2nd Tues. 1145 Memorial Chapel 3rd Tues. 1145 Memorial ChapelCatholic Mass Sunday 0800 South Post Chapel Sunday 1130 Memorial Chapel Sunday 1700 Memorial Chapel Mon./Thrus./ Fri. 1205 Memorial Chapel Tues./Wed. 1205 121 Hospital Chapel 1st Sat. 0900 Memorial ChapelJewish Friday 1900 South Post Chapel

Distictive Faith Group Services:Episcopal Sunday 1000 Memorial ChapelUnited Pentecostal Sunday 1330 Memorial Chapel

Later Day Saints & Church of Christ: Call 738-3011 for information

USAG -Yongsan Chaplains

Chaplain (Lt.Col.) James P. King (Staff Chaplain), [email protected], DSN 738-3009

Chaplain (Maj.) Adolph G. DuBose, [email protected], DSN 738-4043

Chaplain (Maj.) Leo Mora Jr. (Family Life Chaplain), [email protected], DSN 736-3018

Chaplain (Maj.) Raymond A. Robinson Jr.Brigade Chaplain, 2d Combat Aviation Brigade

Limits are a part of life. Some limits protect. Some limits restrict. There are consequences when you exceed the limits. When you do it the wrong way, you suffer. When you do it the right way, you get satisfaction. Speed limits are a good thing set for our protection. When we violate them, we run the risk of injury to self or others. Maximum weight limits on airplanes are a good thing because they ensure a plane’s safe operation. We can exceed these limits and be successful, but the question is at what cost and if it’s sustainable.

There are other limits in life which are restrictive, debilitating, and counterproductive. I’m talking about those limits that we or others have placed on us that have told us, “You are no good. You could never amount to anything. You can only go so far. Nobody would ever want you.”

It’s a tragedy, but many of us spend our days living unfulfilled lives that don’t mirror our potential. I’m not just talking about people in poverty, I’m also talking about people living successful, yet unfulfilled lives. And the question that each of us has to ask is, “Am I living up to my purpose and potential?” The good news is that we can.

We can live beyond the limits and be what God

How to live beyond the limitscreated us to be.

First of all, we have to rediscover our purpose. Each of us has been uniquely shaped by God to fulfill a purpose, and God expects a return on His investment.

To find your purpose consider what He has said in His Word concerning you, the gifts and talents that He has given you, the thing for which you have passion, the temperament of your personality, and the life experiences that you’ve gone through.

These things are a window into your unique purpose. But then listen for that still small voice from God that He speaks to you in prayer regarding what He wants you to do. When you find it, then you have purpose and peace.

But then we need to act to position our self to live beyond the limits. What are the steps? (1) Self assessment – take stock

in where you are and what has gotten you there. (2) Proper Alignment – surround yourself with people who are going where you want to go; (3) Preparation – acquire the skill sets necessary to position yourself for success; (4) Perspective – realize that success is not measured by the size of your financial portfolio, but by your fulfillment of your purpose; and (5) Courage and tenacity – be who God has called you to be; act in a manner consistent with His will and leave the results with Him. When we do these things, we position ourselves for Living Life Beyond the Limits!

“And the question that each of us has to ask is, ‘Am I living up to my purpose and potential?’ The good news is that we can. We can live beyond the limits and be what

God created us to be.”

Chaplain (Maj.) Raymond A. Robinson Jr.Brigade Chaplain, 2d Combat Aviation Brigade

IMCOM-K • PAGE 16http://imcom.korea.army.mil FEATURE THE MORNING CALM

(Top) Seoul Tower, built in 1969, was first opened to the public in 1980. Visitors can ride a cable car up the moun-tain to reach the tower or hike up a challenging staircase on the mountain’s western slope.(Left) Once you climb to the mountaintop and take the ele-vator to the observation deck, your hard work is paid off with a spectacular view of the city. On a clear day, you can see for miles. (Far left) One way up to the top of Namsan is the western staircase. The hike through the forest is beautiful, but chal-lenging as you climb hundreds and hundreds of stairs. — U.S. Army Photos By David McNally

Seoul Tower

HIKING UP TO


YONGSAN GARRISON — As spring weather brings blossoms, greenery and warmer temperatures to Korea, the opportunity to get out and discover the local scenery has never been better.

Seoul’s skyline is unique because of a landmark tower sitting atop Nam Mountain in the city’s center. Nam Mountain is commonly referred to by its Korean name, “Namsan.”

Seoul Tower, built in 1969, was first opened to the public in 1980. Visitors can ride a cable car up the mountain to reach the tower or hike up a challenging staircase on the mountain’s western slope.

The tower, built in 1969, originally opened to the public in 1980. However, the facility received extensive renovations in 2005 and is now a must-see tourist attraction for visitors to Seoul. On a clear day, visitors can see for miles.

Seoul Tower is 777 feet tall. The observation deck rotates slowly to give a complete view of the city. There is also a restaurant above the observation deck. Two high-speed elevators whisk visitors to the top and back. Seoul Tower is also home to an underground aquarium, World Folk Museum, Fantasy Land and a 3D theater.

Visitors can ride a cable car to the tower, take a bus or taxi, drive or hike. Next to the Namsan Public Library at the base of the western slope there is a park with eateries and small zoo. The path to the staircase starts here. The stairs wind through the forest and up the side of the mountain.

Along the way, there are plenty of benches for rest and relaxation. An easier way to get up Namsan is the cable car, but the hike offers good exercise. Another option is Seoul City Bus No. 2. or a drive up the east road.

Hours for the tower observatory are 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., but ticket sales stop at midnight. There is a nominal fee for adults and discounts for children to visit the observation deck.

Korea offers many things to do throughout the year. A visit to Seoul Tower on a clear spring day is a chance to see the city in a unique and breathtaking way.

IMCOM-K • PAGE 18http://imcom.korea.army.mil EVENTS THE MORNING CALM

–USAG-Y–

Women’s Intramural Volleyball League

Falcons vs Medcom 28-26, 24-16, 18-16Embassy vs Navy 18-25, 17-25Seoul Sis vs Embassy 25-27, 25-18, 15-17

Standings

Falcons 1-0 Navy 1-0 Embassy 1-1 18th Med 0-1 Seoul Sisters 0-1

Men’s Intramural Volleyball League

Embassy vs Falcons 12-25, 19-25CJ3 vs Afelm 25-17, 24-26, 15-111st Sig vs 18th Med 19-25, 25-17, 15-7Honor Gd vs 8th Army 25-14, 25-17Embassy vs CJ3 11-25, 19-258th Army vs 18th Med 19-25, 20-25Falcons vs Honor Gd 25-17, 25-201st Sig vs Afelm 0-1, 0-1 Sig For 1st Sig vs HG 0-1, 0-1

Standings

Falcons 2-0 CJ3 2-0 Honor Guard 2-1 Afelm 1-1 18th Med 1-1 Embassy 0-2 8th Army 0-2 1st Sig 1-2

Upcoming Sports Events

5K Fun Run April 5, 9:30 a.m. at Collier

5K Fun Run April 12, 9:30 a.m. at Collier

18th Annual Pacificwide Men’s & Women’s Softball Tournament

May 23-26 at the 4 Plex located on Lombardo Field. Teams from throughout Pacific with several local teams will compete in this three day round the clock tournament. Opening Ceremony will take plae May 23, 8:30 a.m. on softball field #1 with the first game commenc-ing at 9:30 a.m. The Yongsan community is invited to the opening ceremony and the Me-morial Day weekend of high level of men’s

and women’s softball.

For Sports information contact the Yongsan Sports Office at 738-8608


“Wrap your fists around the drag-style handlebar and hang on to a motorcycle that doesn’t know the meaning of enough.”

MWR and Miller Brewing Company have teamed up to give one lucky Servicemember a chance to win a 2008 Harley-Davidson Limited Edition XL 1200 Custom Sportster in the “Ride Free” contest.

To enter, Active-Duty and SOFA status Reserve Component Servicemembers must legibly hand print their contact information (including rank) on the back of their receipt and place in a specially marked entry box located at participating Army MWR facilities; or, listen to AFN The Eagle. A random drawing of one Semi-Finalist will be conducted at each Garrison and on AFN

Servicemembers have chance to win bike in ‘Ride Free’ contestThe Eagle. Selected Semi-Finalists will be required to attend the Camp Humphreys Independence Day celebration to compete in a contest to determine the key order selection. The Semi-Finalist that selects the key that starts the motorcycle will be the Grand Prize Winner. Semi-Finalists will be provided one night of lodging July 4th at the Camp Humphrey Lodge.

All USFK ID card holder 18 years of age and above entrants will qualify to win Second Prize, gift certificates valued at $520. Second Prize will be selected at a random drawing of all receipts received during contest promotional period.

Contest runs from April 1st to June 26th. Participating Army MWR facilities includes: bowling center, golf courses, clubs and restaurants. For complete rules and regulations, please visit http://mwr.korea.army.mil

TV star Tichina Arnold handshake tour today

Today: Camp Walker (PX) 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m

Kunsan AB (Loring Club) 1:45 – 2:45 p.m.

Camp Humphreys (CAC) 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.

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http://imcom.korea.army.milAREA IIIHumphreys hosts successful ‘Parent to Parent’ workshop

(above) Sgt. 1st Class Rhonda M. Lawson was the events guest speaker. The theme, “Women’s Art: Women’s Vision.” (right) Pfc. Wendy E. Terry, a 2nd CAB helicopter crew chief, also participated in the celebration. — U.S. Army Photos By Im, Suk-chun

USAG Humphreys honors Women’s History Month

(standing, right) Parent to Parent Program manager, Donna Earle, talks to a group of parents during her presentation at the P2P workshop held at Humphreys American Elementary School, March 18. Earle traveled across three installations to ensure all parents had the opportunity to attend the workshop designed to provides tips on smoother transitions for military schoolchildren. — U.S. Army Photo By Stacy Ouellette

by Stacy A. Ouellette USAG-H Public Affairs Office

USAG HUMPHREYS – More than 30 servicemembers and military spouses attended a “Parent to Parent” workshop held at the USAG Humphreys American Elementary School, March 18.

The P2P program is sponsored by a nonprofit organization, Military Child Educational Coalition. It’s purpose is to assist parents with smoother education related transitions for their school-age children.

According to the MCEC Web site, the organization “identifies the challenges that face the highly mobile military child, increases awareness of these challenges in military and educational communities and initiates and implements programs to meet the challenges.

“Parents are the best advocates for their children,” said Donna Earle, Parent to Parent program manager.

“They gain the knowledge of the right questions to ask and can develop better strategies for educational transitions,” Earle said.

“I’m really passionate about our children getting the best education possible,” she said.

The two-hour presentation included information and resources focusing on transition issues impacting the parents of school-age children.

Researched practical ideas, proven techniques and solid resources served as the backbone for the P2P presentation, covering three key areas for successful transitions addressing specific issues for elementary, high school and college bound students.

“As a parent and a teacher I was interested about finding out more about the program,” said Jennifer Meyer, Humphreys American Elementary School teacher.

“They gave a lot of good information about transitions for young kids, helping them through the transition and being advocates for the kids,” Meyer said.

“It’s not just the teacher who teaches the child.”

“From a teacher’s stand point, I appreciate parents who come in very well informed and want to know what is going on, who communicate with me as much as I do with them,” Meyer said.

To ensure all U.S. Forces Korea members had the opportunity to participate, the program was held at three garrison locations: Humphreys, Yongsan and Daegu.

A few members from the Osan Air Base community traveled to the session hosted at Humphreys.

“U.S. Forces Korea has really stepped up to the plate to get our program to you. Our program is only located at 24 installations worldwide,” Earle said.

“We’re kind of like a USO tour. Each day we’re in a different city presenting our information,” she said.

“USFK brought us over, which wasn’t originally included in our contract with the Department of the Army,” Earle said.

“Gen. Bell fought to have us come over here and fund the trip in order to ensure

USFK servicemembers and their families had this opportunity,” Earle said.

Until normal tours in the Republic of Korea are three year command sponsored tours, we’ll continue to rotate on and off the peninsula every one to two years.

The P2P trained team has both personal and professional experts for attendees.

Their focus is to ensure no military child is left behind based on the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 signed into law in by President George W. Bush, Feb. 8, 2002.

Coupling this with U.S. school systems being state run programs, there are many additional challenges for the mobile military family.

Curriculums and requirements are different from state to state, making transitions even tougher for military Families.

Options of selecting schools are also limited depending on the time of transition. Critical subjects such as time, counting money, cursive writing and calendar comprehension only taught once in a child’s life.

Missing out on these lessons could stunt a child’s educational growth.

Out of 800,000 U.S. military children, 75 percent of them attend public schools.

The other 25 percent, half attend Department of Defense schools, while the other 12.5 percent are enrolled in private schools or a home school programs, said Earle.

A military child will transition to another school seven times with transfers occurring every two three years.

As a military child, Earle transitioned through six schools in her childhood, while her two sons had nine school changes.

“When you don’t have the information you need in advance, your children aren’t placed appropriately,” Earle said.

“What we want to do is provide our kids with the smoothest transition so they are appropriately placed as soon as they get to a school,” Earle said.

Visit www.militarychild.org for more information about P2P, planning tools, helpful tips and other key information on educational transitioning.

(above) (L) Spc. Deborah L. Denney, a 249th MP Detachment paralegal specialist, and Sgt. Janita Brunson, an HHC, USAG-H fuel handler, take part in the event. (left) Warrant Officer Laceie Washington, HSC, 602nd ASB, performs a praise dance for the crowd.

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Sexual Assault Awareness MonthThe Department of Defense Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office produces an outreach campaign to enhance aware-ness each year. The April 2008 Sexual Assault Awareness Month theme, “Prevent Sexual Assault: Ask! Act! Intervene!” con-centrates on the capability of every Service member to reduce sexual assault incidents by being proactive in ensuring the safety friends and co-workers. For more informa-tion call Jocelynn M.P. Reyes-LaShier at 753-7091: to sign up for events call 753-8401.

April 1, 8 - 9 a.m. - AFN radio show 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – PX Info Booth

1-3 p.m. – Proclamation signing at the Community Activity Center

April 4, 9 - 11 p.m. – “Take Back the Night Gate Watch”

April 7, 11 a.m. – Provider Grill SAAM Info Booth

April 10, 10 a.m. to noon – MP Hill Gym Rape Aggressive Defense Workshop, call

ACS to sign up – 753-8401

April 14, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Red Dragon Info Booth

April 18, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – ACS classroom “How Not to Date a Jerk”

workshop, call ACS to sign up.

April 19, 8 – 10 a.m. – USAG-H MWR Gym “Soldier and Family Fun Run” call

ACS to sign up

April 21, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – 2nd CAB Din-ing Facility SAAM Info Booth

April 25, 5:30 – 7:30 – ACS classroom “May I Kiss You?” dating workshop, call

ACS to sign up

April 28, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. – Alaska Mining Company SAAM Info Booth

35th Air Defense ArtilleryCombatives Invitational

35th Air Defense Artillery’s first annual Modern Army Combatives Invitational is slated for April 5 in the Osan Physical Fit-ness Center. Mandatory weigh-ins and medical screening will be conducted April 4. Contact Command Sgt. Maj. James Carr at 783-5560 for more information.

Retirement Services Office Information Luncheon

The Retirement Services Office will con-duct an information luncheon at the Alaskan Mining Co., April 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Earth Day Fun RunThere will be a USAG Humphreys Earth Day Fun Run April 19. For more informa-tion call 753 7964.

Free Bowling on FridaysMilitary in uniform can enjoy free bowling every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Humphreys Strike Zone and Long Bowling Centers. The snack bars will be open for your convenience. Call 754-5722 for more information.

Please Send Us Stories and Photos To submit info for publishing in The Morning Calm Weekly, USAG Humphreys common pages, call 754-6132, 8847 or 8598 -- or e-mail [email protected].

News & Notes

THE MORNING CALMAREA III

Pfc. Dong Woo Kim, a KATUSA Soldier working in the 35th ADA Brigade’s motorpool, struggles to gain control over Pfc. Patty Good, the brigade’s command group clerk, during the final competition of the week-long level one combatives certifi-cation course March 17-21. Fifteen soldiers completed the class that covered basic fighting techniques, combatives history and the ability to instruct. – U.S. Army Photo By Pfc. Gretchen N. Goodrich

(above) Third grade students Christina Durham, Julian Totten, and Rainah Adams enter their answers to math problems as quickly as they can on World Math Day. (below) These fifth grad-ers are some of the HAES students who answered more than 1,000 problems correctly, back row: Bailey Cerino, Jacob Garcia, Ryan Smith, Alex Meyer, front row: Sung Yannacci, Joshua Caluma, Anthony Tubon.– Photos By Diane Hobler

HAES enters global competitionby Diane HoblerUSAG-HAES Librarian

USAG HUMPHREYS — This month Humphreys American Elementary School students participated in an exciting challenge called World Math Day.

Students from 164 countries logged in to www.worldmathday.com and answered more than 100 million arithmetic problems.

With more than 75,000 of those problems answered by HAES students, about 12,000 of those by one highly motivated young mathematician, fifth grader Sung Yannacci.

Now that’s a lot of math. When students logged in, they were

matched with other students from around the globe in a real time race to answer the most math problems correctly in 60 seconds. Students earned a point for each correct answer, and could move up through levels from Raging Rookie to Human Calculator. HAES kids really loved competing with other students from around the world.

In fact, some were so enthusiastic they even logged on from home to spend more time playing. Students could improve by increasing the number of problems answered correctly and increasing the speed with which

they performed their mental arithmetic.This was not only great math practice, but also great fun for the students.

World Math Day is over, so most students have to wait until next year to play again, but not Kate Prine’s fifth grade and Dinah Tague’s third grade.

They get to keep on playing. Why? Because they were the top two

highest scoring classes at our school and they each won a free license to www.mathletics.com for the rest of this school year.

Congratulations to our own human calculators.

Andy Horton, Joshua Caluma, Bailey Cerino, Jacob Garcia, Alex Meyer, Ryan Smith, Anthony Tubon, Sung Yannacci, Joshua Aulds, Felicia Lozinski, Kevin Russell, Nate Brissette, Linwood Koonce, Jiana Legaspi, Aubrey McMahan, John McMahan, Rainah Adams and Christina Durham

Students who got 1,000+ correct answers

15 ADA warfighters complete combatives

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An estimated 800 children and 500 adults gathered at Independence Park at USAG-Humphreys Saturday for the annual Egg-stravaganza Youth Festival. Activities includ-ed a 12,000-plus Egg & Toy Grab, Blow-Up Games, costumed characters, free food and a Baseball Jamboree. Children of Soldiers and Civilian Employees – both U.S. and Ko-rean – from Humphreys, Wonju, Osan and Suwon were invited to the annual celebra-tion which officially kicks off the Month of the Military Child, celebrates Easter and serves as Humphrey’s own version of the Korean Children’s Day holiday. (right) Chief Warrant Officer Jeremy Strong and son, Chandler, enjoy festivities with Chickie Chingu. Eas-ter Bunny, Ninja Turtle and Bulgogi (below) were also on hand. — Photos by Helen Chandler-Strong, Family and MWR Marketing

35th celebrates St. Barbara’s Dayby Pfc. Gretchen N. Goodrich 35th ADA Public Affairs

USAG HUMPHREYS — Air Defense Artillery Soldiers from across the Korean peninsula celebrated together at the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade’s annual St. Barbara’s Day Ball at the officer’s club at Osan Air Base, March 15.

Unlike other balls, the St. Barbara’s Day event included Lt. Gen. Joseph F. Fil, Eighth U.S. Army commanding general, as the guest speaker, a Prisoner of War and Missing in Action tribute, music by the Eighth Army jazz band, a grog ceremony and an awards ceremony.

The Order of the St. Barbara, which is given to outstanding air defenders who have greatly contributed to the ADA branch, was awarded to various warfighters in the brigade.

The Molly Pitcher Award was awarded to the ladies who’ve actively supported ADA Soldiers.

Fo l lowing the award and co in presentation ceremonies, guests got the chance to participate in and enjoy an evening filled with a number contests, music and dancing.

Those inducted in The Order of the St. Barbara include: from Headquarters and Headquarters Bat-tery, Majs. Sarah Small, Michael Sowa, James Tolbert, Cpt. Richard Gorini, Mas-ter Sgts. Michael Forrest, Rodney Mat-thews, Staff Sgts. Heath Dickson, Steven Schmude, Jimmy Dixon and Jimmy Al-dridge -- from the 1st Battalion, 7th ADA, Capts. Julianna Eum, Jeffrey Clark, Chris-topher Efaw, Gustavo Diaz, Chief Warrant Officers Issac D. Smith, Robert Lopez, Sgt. 1st Class Michael Stewart, Staff Sgts. Ira B. Dove, and Jesus M. Gonzales -- from 1st Battalion, 44th ADA, Cpts. Rob-ert Ferryman, Idamaria Hillkjonaas, Gary Beckett, Lourdes Smith, Chief Warrant Officers Gregory Chacon, Celio Quinones, Sgts. 1st Class Ryan Vanschoonhooven, Daniel Hillburn, David Bass, Kevin Irwin, Staff Sgts. Christopher Vine and George Babers.The Molly Pitcher Award winners include: Distinguished Guest Donna Winzenreid, Hyon Ok Williams, Yvette Whitehead, Gwendolyn Stryker and Ashley Harris.

Maj. Michael J. Sowa, the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade intelligence officer, beams as he is awarded the Order of the St. Barbara by Col. James H. Dickinson, 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade commander. – Photo By Gretchen N. Goodrich

Eggstravaganza:Big hit at Humphreys, Area III

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New bowling center opens at Camp Carroll MARCH 28, 2008

by Cpl. Jang Won-ilUSAG Daegu Public Affairs

CAMP CARROLL – Another state-of-the-art recreation facility was recently added to Camp Carroll as the brand new Bowling Center and Strike Zone Restaurant celebrated its Grand Opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony, March 20.

The new Bowling Center broke ground in May 2006 as part of a $10.1 million project which included construction of a new swimming pool and renovation of an athletic field. The new swimming pool opened in Camp Carroll summer of 2007. Story Field also opened in 2007.

The new facility features a 12-lane bowling alley and a sit-down restaurant with 65 indoor and 25 outdoor seats. It also features a game room, bar, party room and

the Strike Zone Snack Bar. The old bowling center featured only four lanes. The obsolete facility will eventually be converted to some other recreational-related use.

The new bowling center opened for use March 13. Half-price bowling fees were offered before the Grand Opening. During the opening, free bowling was offered for Soldiers and families from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. A live band performance, free snacks and giveaways added to the celebration.

“What a great addition to the Camp Carroll community,” said Col. Michael P. Saulnier, USAG Daegu Commander. “This is something we’ve been working on for about eight months longer than we should have been. But it has finally met its completion and from what I’ve heard, everyone’s having a blast.”

Brig. Gen. Al Aycock, Commanding

Genera l , IMCOM-Korea Reg ion , participated in the day’s event to congratulate the community on the addition of its new facility. “Back over here we have a gym you can’t find anywhere else in the world and a fine restaurant,” Aycock told the assembled audience. “We also have a new community center coming up just over that wall. This is what you asked for; this is what IMCOM can deliver. You keep asking, we’ll keep delivering,” he emphasized.

The facility was constructed entirely with nonappropriated MWR funds. The total construction fee was approximately $6 million. Samkye Construction Company Ltd. carried out the construction under contract with the U.S. engineers.

Kim Chol-hwa, the acting manager of the Camp Carroll Bowling Center, boasted about the new achievement. “This is the

first Army facility world-wide to combine a bowling center and a club,” said Kim. “The lighting and projector systems are state-of-the-art. The restaurant will feature top-class dishes and we are planning to provide different menus every day for the next two months.” Kim is also planning various bowling programs in the future. “Beginning this April we will hold bowling competitions, tournaments and parties,” said Kim.

The all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, which includes soup, salad and beverage station, is $9.75. Bowling fee is $2.25, and shoe rental is $1.50. The center is closed on Monday. Lunch buffet is provided Tuesday - Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The Bowling Center is open Tuesday – Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday – Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. on Sunday.

DAEGU – Soldiers, DA Civilians, and Family members were given the opportunity to go to the Korean soccer league’s opening game between Daegu Football Club and Busan I’Park at the Daegu World Cup Stadium March 16.

“I really enjoyed this experience,” said Spc. Tyler G. Hultz, combat medic, 75th medical company area support. “It gave us an oppurtunity to get out and mingle with our Korean hosts. I am a soccer fanatic myself; I really just enjoyed getting to see a pro game outside the United States.”

After trailing by 2-1 at halftime, the

Daegu Football Club came back in the second half to defeat Busan I’Park by a score of 3-2.

“My favorite thing about the trip was how intense the Daegu fans get about the game,” said Pfc. Angela M. Jones, graphic illustrator, 36th signal battalion.

During the game, Jones and a few other Soldiers took part in cheering on Daegu FC with the Korean nationals.

“It was fun jumping and dancing with the Koreans as they supported their team,” said Jones. “I would definitely recommend to everyone I know to take part in a trip like this if it were to come up again.”

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USAG Daegu welcomes new public affairs intern

by Cpl. Jang Won-ilUSAG Daegu Public Affairs

Jang Jin-young, a university student intern who just joined USAG Daegu Public Affairs, works on her computer transcribing, interviews. — U.S. Army Photo By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul

CAMP HENRY – United States Army Garrison Daegu Public Affairs Office recently added a new member to the team. Jang Jin-young, a Kyungbuk University senior majoring in English language and literature joined the Public Affairs staff Mar. 4 and will be working in the office for approximately six months.

Jang, who enjoys relaxing, watching TV and chatting with her friends, has also studied English throughout Canada. In Vancouver she studied translation and interpretation and in Victoria, she went

through a business course at the University of Victoria. When asked of her experience in the U.S., Jang replied that she had been to New York City for a tour and thought it was a good place.

“I want to learn how to work with and along-side not just Koreans but with people from many countries,” said Jang when asked about what she wants to achieve through the program. “I happen to have difficulty dealing with people because I’m so shy. So meeting with strangers more often will train me on those aspects. Also through this internship I hope to become more confident in speaking, writing and understanding English.”

When asked why she applied for this specific internship position Jang answered, “I was told that in the Public Affairs Office, I will get a lot of opportunities to write and speak in English.”

USAG Daegu public affairs strives to keep Soldiers, civilians, and local community members aware of and informed of community activities and events. The main roles of the Public Affairs Office are to produce news media, assist in planning and conducting community relations events and conduct internal information programs at USAG Daegu.

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Camp Carroll’s Bowling Center and Strike Zone Restaurant opened March 20. It features a 12-lane bowling alley and a buffet restaurant. — U.S. Army Photos By Cpl. Jang Won-il

Representatives including IMCOM Korea Commanding General Brig. Gen. Al Aycock (second from right) and USAG Daegu commander, Col. Michael P. Saulnier (far right) cut the ribbon during the Grand Opening ceremony March 20 at Camp Carroll.

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Korea Interservice Bowling Association

The Korea Interservice Bowling Association is offering two scholarships to qualifying American high school seniors on the Korean peninsula. If interested, contact your school guidance counselor for eligibility requirements and an application packet. Electronic application forms are available by emailing Mr. Bruce at [email protected]

Volunteer of the Year AwardDo you know an outstanding volunteer in the Daegu community? The Annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet is coming in April. Four community members will be announced as volunteer of the year. The categories are Soldier of the year, civilian of the year, youth of the year and local national of the year. If you would like to nominate a volunteer for this award, please contact the Volunteer Corps Coordinator, Vicki Kingston at DSN 768-8126 by April 3.

Haedong Gum-DoThere is a traditional Korean swordfighting called ‘Haedong Gum-Do’ class every Monday and Wednesday at Camp Walker’s Youth Center. It helps make healthy mind and healthy body and to improve self defense. 6 – 6:50 p.m. is for beginners and 7 – 7:50 is for the advanced. For information or signing up, call Youth Center Central Registry Office at DSN 764-5298.

2008 Eighth Army Full and Half Marathon

2008 Eighth Army Full and Half Marathon will be held April 26 at Carey Fitness Center on Camp Casey, Tongduchon. Those who want to participate can register at Camp Walker’s Kelly Gym by April 13. For information, call Thomas A. Corcoran at DSN 768-6603.

Post Wide Yard SaleThe residents of Camp Walker want to invite you to a Post Wide PCS Yard Sale from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. April 26. For information, contact Kelly Gemin at 010-8671-7042 or [email protected] or [email protected].

U.S. Girl ScoutsThe U.S. Girl Scouts Daegu Committee is seeking individuals the following positions for the 2008-2009 school year; Overseas committee Chairperson, secretary, treasurer, brownie & junior leaders. For information, call Maj. LaTondra M. Anderson at DSN 768-6638 or 011-9857-6638.

Daegu WebsiteFor local news you can use, visit USAG Daegu’s website at http://ima.korea.army.mil/areaIV/sites/local/

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by Cpl. Na Kyung-chulUSAG Daegu Public Affairs

Baseball clinic connects Korean star players and American kids

DAEGU – There is an American proverb, ‘The proof is in the pudding.’ March 22, Child and Youth Services members enjoyed a tasty treat at Samsung Lions’ Daegu Ball Park, where 150 people including CYS members and their family members came out to watch an exhibition baseball game and participate in a baseball clinic with Samsung Lions baseball players.

After the Lions defeated the Lotte Giants 4-2, kids and their family members entered the field to start the baseball clinic. Children were divided into three groups by their ages and each group rotated to take three clinic courses; defense, hitting and throwing.

“It’s a great day,” said United States Army Garrison Daegu commander, Michael P. Saulnier. “Through this clinic with Samsung Lions players, we can continue to strengthen the relationship between our community and Daegu.”

Children who rarely have opportunity to play at the field enjoyed the clinic with passion and excitement. During the clinic, the field was alive with laughter.

“I learned fundamental stuff about baseball,” said Daegu American School seventh grader, Paul Kim Jackson Jr. “Samsung Lions players are really nice and very interactive, even through they can’t speak English. It’s a really good experience and I think all these kids feel the same way.” One-day instructors, Samsung Lions players were also pleased to teach the children. They

did their best to teach during the clinic, even though they felt tired after the game.

“We often hold this kind of event for Korean children, but it’s our first time to teach American children,” said Samsung Lions outfielder, Yang Joon-hyuk. “There were few chances to meet U.S. Army family members, but through this clinic, I hope the Samsung Lions and U.S. Army continue a good relationship as good neighbors.”

Samsung Lions defense coach, Ryoo Joong-

il taught how to conduct effective defense, leading a harmonious atmosphere.

“I feel pleased to meet U.S. Army family members and to spend time together,” said Ryoo. “I taught defense to the children and even though they don’t have professional ability yet, their passion for baseball was professional. If I have another opportunity to teach them later, I want to teach more things than I did today.”

CYS members’ parents enjoyed the nice day with their family in the spring weather, watching their kids playing baseball on the field.

“I think it’s a wonderful event,” sa id USAG Daegu Chief of Administration Services, Sandra Jackson. “My son is really enjoying being able to come out and spend time at the field with the players. It’s a great experience for kids.”

“I was very impressed to be with Samsung Lions star players whom we can see generally on the TV or from the stands,” said Jenny Shin. “I appreciate their teaching our kids.”

This event was planned with coordination between CYS and the Samsung Lions. Taegu Broadcasting Corporation Baseball Commentator, Choi Jong-moon, connected these two organizations and made the event possible.

“I planned this event after meeting with CYS Coordinator, Jeannie Pai,” said Choi. “I suggested my opinion to the Samsung Lions and Samsung

accepted it pleasantly. Today is a beginning, and I’m sure that through the baseball, Americans and Koreans can be closer to each other.”

The Samsung Lions baseball team was founded in 1982 with the beginning of the Korean professional baseball league. It won the Korean Series three times in 2002, 2005 and 2006, and aims for the Korean Series this year, also. This year’s baseball season starts March 29.

Samsung Lions coach, Kim Han-soo teaches hitting skills to Christopher Chambers during the baseball clinic March 22.

CYS members and their families watch an exhibition baseball game between the Samsung Lions and Lotte Giants at Daegu Ball Park March 22. — U.S. Army Photos By Cpl. Na Kyung-chul

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Substance Abuse Counseling Services help guide youth MARCH 28, 2008

by Cpl. Na Kyung-chulUSAG Daegu Public Affairs

CAMP GEORGE – The teen years are a time of change and exploration, of questioning old ideas and trying out new ones. Teenagers are not satisfied with adult explanations of how life works. They want to see for themselves.

Young people often feel invincible. They believe that nothing can hurt them and that they are bound to live to a ripe old age no matter what they do. So, they can be easily tempted by alcohol or other drugs which can spoil their future.

To prevent and protect teenagers who are exposed to risk factors, Adolescent Substance Abuse Counseling Services offers a variety of services.

ASACS is officially part of the Army Substance Abuse Prevention (ASAP). Its primary goal is to educate the military community about adolescent substance abuse and to treat those adolescents experiencing “life problems” including substance use issues.

“I think that it is important to have a program that helps teens,” said USAG Daegu Alcohol and Drug Control Officer,

Terry Heath. “Through this program, teens can feel confidence by discussing and talking with counselor about their stresses of life.” Things such as parent/teen conflict, academic failure, how to get involved in school activities, feelings of alienation, how to make friends, social bonding, frequent family moves and parental absenteeism due to deployments are just a few of the many challenges our youth of today have.

A main objective of ASACS is to prevent teens from becoming involved with alcohol or other drugs at a time so critical to their healthy development as vital, functioning adults.

Its focus is on helping teens make healthy and safe choices by providing programs such as the Life Skills training series in the classroom, drug awareness campaigns during national Red Ribbon week, and consultations to parents and school personnel.

The ASACS program’s other main objective is to provide adolescents with comprehensive counseling services on issues they bring to the counselor.

Most adolescents come in for normal life problems, such as failing grades, friendship issues, dating, family situations and difficulty coping with life in general. They would rarely identify substance abuse as their problem even if they do use alcohol or other substances. ASACS counselors will start where the adolescents are with their lives while they also try to educate and guide adolescents on substance abuse issues.

The Daegu community’s ASACS

counselor is Young-Hee Yoo. She is a licensed clinical social worker with Master Addiction Counselor certification. In the last two decades, she has worked with children and families on diverse issues, including substance use.

“ASACS got started by a situation involving youth in Germany 20 years ago,” said Yoo. “Some teenagers were involved in a serious situation, so early return of the family was considered because there were no resources locally available to treat teenagers and provide support. It disturbed military readiness.”

“My job as an ASACS counselor is to help adolescents and parents with regular growing pain issues, but also to prevent extreme situations,” added Yoo.

“It reduces the overall cost to the military and helps with military readiness because

parents can be more productive at work when they get help with their children’s problems. It’s very expensive when a family has to go back to the States.”

She encourages and supports the involvement of parents, school personnel and the community in providing services to students and their families.

Anyone who has applied for, or received services from the ASACS program is protected by Federal Regulation CFR 48 for confidentiality.

ASACS is open to everybody. If you want counseling about your problem or your kids’ problem, or just need more information, contact ASACS counselor, Ms. Yoo at DSN 768-7028 or [email protected].

As a Public Affairs intern, Jang will conduct interviews and write articles for the Morning Calm Weekly and other professional publications. She will also assist the office in photography coverage throughout Area IV, including the Daegu and Waegwan cluster. She will also be given the opportunity to interview key figures and take part in supporting community relations programs. “I enjoy taking pictures and like the fact that I will get an opportunity to learn more,” said Jang.

Kyungbuk Nat iona l Unive r s i t y provides internship opportunities for students who are willing to experience

working on a U.S. military installation. The internship program has assisted USAG Daegu to accomplish the mission in Korea, and also served as a stepping stone to achieve greater understanding between the two nations. Currently the student internship program has interns in many different offices and commands in the Daegu enclave units. The opportunity is open to any student who hopes to spend their vacation time meaningfully. The USAG Daegu community welcomes Jang Jin-young, and all of the other Kyungbuk National University interns!

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Community leaders meet to exchange useful informationby Jang Jin-youngUSAG Daegu Public Affairs

CAMP WALKER – USAG Daegu’s Community Information Exchange Forum was held March 19 at Camp Walker’s Solider Memorial Chapel Fellowship Hall. The forum was hosted by Army Community Services.

The meeting was started by former garrison commander John E. Dumoulin to pass information to many people efficiently.

“Before the meeting, it took a lot of time for people to get needed information,” said ACS officer J.J. Stewart. “People went to multiple meetings to get the information they wanted to know.”

The purpose of the Community Information Exchange Forum is to consolidate meetings so that information

can reach multiple layers of people within the community without any interruptions. Leaders of family readiness groups as well as family readiness support assistants and the leaders of private organizations meet to present events hosted by their community and share important information. The meeting is held on the third Wednesday of January, March and April.

“It didn’t work in the way that we want first time,” said Stewart. “But it’s getting better now. At first, people were used to bringing a lot of questions and issues to ask. So, we impressed upon everybody that this is not an issues forum, this is an information meeting. This is the meeting where people come to give and get information, not issues. Please, save the issues for the well-being councils where participants bring issues and discuss them.” A total of 26 people from 15

organizations participated in the meeting, including ACS, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Army Substance Abuse Program, American Red Cross, Retiree Council, Boy Scouts, Commissary, Directorate of Emergency Services, 168th Medical, Health Promotion, Warrior Tae Kwon Do, Daegu American School, Housing, Taegu International Women’s Association, and Protestant Woman of Chapel. ACS brought information on Army Family Team Building Level 1 Training and the USAG Daegu

Volunteer Appreciation Banquet, and DES delivered important information on the regulations for firearms.

The meeting received positive reactions from participants. ACS believes the forum is a good venue for spreading information and plans to continue an information exchange meeting. There is another meeting next month.

“The Community Information Exchange Forum is open to everyone,” said Stewart. “I always say to people on my distribution lists that you can bring your friends, who are not presenters for or leaders of groups to the meeting. Everybody’s welcome to come. We are happy to share invaluable information with many people.”

For more information on the forum, call 768-8125.

(Left) MWR Marketing director, Lanrel A. Baek presents urgent and important information, which is related to USFK Soldiers and Civilians’ safety and health, at the information exchange meeting.

Participants listen and watch carefully the presentation about Educational and Developmental Intervention Services during the forum March 19. — U.S. Army Photos By Jang Jin-young

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