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NOSC Newport Hosts Teambuilding DayNAVYHEADLINES

NAVSUP Weapons Systems Support Hosts

‘Take a Vet to Work Day’ Program

With a goal of assisting unemployed veterans Navy Supply Systems

Command invited vet-erans, to shadow federal government employees,

Nov. 23.

Stop: ‘Spice’ is IllegalMaster Chief Petty Officer of the Navy

reemphasized to senior leadership that Sailors who use ‘Spice’ will be separated, lose benefits and let down the Navy

team.

Sailors Reminded to Review Records

OnlineWith the announce-

ment of the Fiscal Year 2013 E-7 selection

board cycle Nov. 17, leadership reminds

Sailors to review their records online.

Holiday GivingLt. Cmdr. John T.

Schofield, assigned to Defense Information School, donated life-

saving bone marrow to a seriously ill 57-year- old women, Nov. 21.

November 2011 “Honoring our Sailors’ Service & Sacrifice” Volume I Issue 9

Story by MC2 Maddelin Angebrand

NEWPORT, R.I. – Teamwork - Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) Newport takes it serious-ly. In an effort to reinforce the im-portance of working together, the command organized a day dedi-cated to teambuilding and reflect-ing on Navy heritage, Nov. 10. The event commenced with an early morning trip to the USS Constitution in Boston, where NOSC Newport Sailors toured the ship and learned about its history. Personnel Specialist 3rd Class Amanda Wood and Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Stephanie Nehring, both at-tached to NOSC Newport, were frocked during the tour. “One of my goals as XO is to reinvigorate the military spirit of my sailors,” said Lt. Cmdr. Pete Zubof, NOSC Newport ex-ecutive officer, “and make them perform at the same level and

with the same passion that I saw out of my shipmates afloat and in Afghanistan.” When members returned to the NOSC drill deck, the team-building fun began with an ac-tivity called “Hot Potato” sure to challenge even the best team player. The game required mem-bers to throw balls back and forth on a time constraint, and juggle the more important ball called the “CO’s Tasker” without dropping any. “All balls were important, but the CO’s - you really had to be careful not to drop,” explained Personnel Specialist 3rd Class Brett Blackmer, attached to NOSC Newport. “This exercise taught us how to juggle tasks, how to rely on co-workers and to not drop the ball!” Another activity required mem-bers to guide a Sailor wearing a blindfold across the drill deck to emphasize the importance of

taking direction, listening and communicating. Zubof hopes the day reiterated to his Sailors that NOSC’s play a critical role in the Navy Re-serve mission. “I believe at the NOSC level we do an exceptional job of prepar-ing our SELRES Sailors for mo-bilization,” Zubof shared. “But we often lose sight of the fact that we are much more than an administrative team - we’re an integral part of the Navy.” The day concluded with one last teambuilding game and kicked off the NOSC’s four-day liberty for Veteran’s Day. “It was a great morale booster and you could just tell every-one was really working hard,” said Blackmer. “It was a real eye opener, showing if you want to accomplish something you need to do it as a group. It’s the team as a whole that will take you to victory!”

Sailors attached to NOSC Newport participate in various teambuilding activities as part of the command’s Teambuilding and Heritage Day on their drill deck, Nov. 10. The day kicked off the command’s four-day liberty for Veteran’s Day. Photos courtesy NOSC Newport.

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STRANGE TIMESPresidential Proclamation

Navy Family Week 2011BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATIONFor generations, American families have empowered our sons and daughters with boundless love, giving them the courage to pursue their dreams. This week, we celebrate the threads of compassion and unity that tie our families together, enrich our communities, and strengthen the fabric of our Nation.My Administration remains steadfast in our commitment to families across America. To ensure our children get a strong start, we are bolstering early learning programs and promoting education reform that will do more to bring every student the best our schools have to offer. By investing in Pell Grants and community colleges, we are working to make higher education affordable for more families and build a workforce of tomorrow that will excel in the global economy. And by taking executive action to lighten financial burdens on many middle class families, we are making it more affordable to pay back student loans and easier for homeowners to refinance their mortgages. As our families work hard to meet their obligations, these actions will give them the help they need to thrive in the years to come.During National Family Week, let us also reflect on the contributions and sacrifices of our service members and their loved ones. Our troops and military families serve with valor at home and overseas, and as a Nation we have a moral obligation to serve these patriots as well as they have served us. To better fulfill this promise, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden launched Joining Forces earlier this year, an initiative that challenges all Americans to make a difference in the lives of our veterans and military families.As we gather with our loved ones this holiday season, let us pause to give thanks to all those who share in the trials and triumphs of our lives. Our families illuminate our days and bring meaning to our years, and their love has the power to see us through our greatest challenges. This week and throughout the year, let us strive to give back to our friends, families, communities, and neighbors, and to work together in pursuit of our highest ambitions.NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim November 20 through No-vember 26, 2011, as National Family Week. I invite all States, communities, and individuals to join in observing this week with appropriate ceremonies and activities to honor our Nation’s families.IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this eighteenth day of November, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.

BARACK OBAMA

CAREER COUNSELOR’S CORNER How to prepare for and take the Navy Wide Advancement Exami-nation. On time advancement is the key to a successful career. It also is key to Navy retention programs, including Perform to Serve (PTS). Use the information provided in this article to prepare for and take your next exam. Let’s start with some facts. Preparing for a Navy advancement exam can feel overwhelming. There is no quick way for you to prepare for the exam and expect to score well. You should not wait until the last minute to gather your materials and begin studying. This guide will help you develop a plan that will make the most of your time and effort. What actions will help you succeed and reach your goals? Verify eligibility to take the exam with your Educational Services Of-ficer (ESO). Obtain your Bibliogra-phy and references.

Log in to Navy Knowledge Online (NKO) at www.nko.navy.mil. Under the ‘Career Management’ heading, click the link for ‘Navy Advancement Center’. On the same page, view ‘Rating Topics / Subtopics’ for your rating and paygrade. Not all topics and subtopics appear on every exam, but this resource will help you organize your study material. Nearly all of your references (un-less the material is classified) can be downloaded by clicking the hy-perlink provided on your BIB. (You may have to be logged into NKO.) Many references are located on NKO enlisted rating pages. Use the ‘Organizations & Communities’ drop-down menu to select ‘Navy Ratings’. When the page opens, locate your rating and click to view rating-specific information. For all other references, request assistance from your LPO or LCPO. Develop your study plan. Break in-formation into manageable chunks,

so you don’t get discouraged. Schedule and maintain a routine (plan for 30-60 minute study periods). Start several months ahead of time and stick to your plan. Preview , read, summarize and review. Study individually, with a partner, and/or with a study group. Request on-the-job training and demonstrations from subject matter experts. Ask for help when you need it. Verify and sign your advancement worksheet. Verify exam date, time, location and required materials. View the current NAVADMIN with exam dates and rating-specific information on the NPC website at: www.npc.navy.mil. Click ‘New Mes-sages’ (on the right) and search for ‘EXAMINATIONS’. Take the exam. The day before your exam do something fun and relaxing, and then get a plenty of sleep. Relax and take your time on the test.

Man Wins $1 Million Lottery Prize Again

Delma Kinney, who will celebrate his 51st birth-day Dec. 5, recently won $1 million dollars play-ing the Georgia Lottery.

The first time he won was in 2008. Kenny says he plans to donate a por-

tion to charity.

Man Returns Money Stolen Decades Ago

A man who stole money from a Seattle store more

than 60 years ago gave the cash back in an enve-lope plus interest said a store manager, Nov. 29.

Firefighters Free Man From Chimney

Firefighters in Texas rescued a man who got

stuck in his chimney after locking his keys in

the house, Nov. 29.

AROUND THE REGION

STAFF CAPT Jay Adelmann RCC C ommanding Of f icer

CDR Matthew Jackson RCC Chief Staf f Of f icer

LT Steve Frankl in RCC Publ ic Af fairs Of f icer

C h i ef E d itor / D e si g n & L ayout MC2 Katr ina S campini & MC2 (SW/AW) Maddelin Angebrand

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This Month In

NAVAL HISTORY

November 3, 1853USS Constitution seizes suspected slaver H.N.

Gambrill

November 10, 1775Congress votes to raise two battalions of Conti-

nental Marines establish-ing the Marine Corps

November 17, 1924USS Langley, the first

aircraft carrier, reports for duty

November 20, 1962President John F. Ken-nedy lifts the Blockade

of Cuba

November 25, 1961Commissioning of USS

Enterprise, the first nuclear powered air-

craft carrier, at Newport News, Va.

November 29, 1890First Army-Navy foot-

ball game (Navy won 24 to 0)

PMK Question of the Month

What is the pri-mary agent used

to disrupt a class C fire?

Check out AROUND THE REGION next month for answers!

Last month’s answer:An OBA is used during firefighting as an oxygen

breathing apparatus.

Sailor Returns Home on Veteran’s DaySCHENECTADY, N.Y. - It was a heartwarming homecoming for Navy Reservist Adam Kemp whoreturned to Albany Inter-national Airport Nov. 11, after serving six months in Kuwait. He was greeted by his parents and 2-year-old daughter. He said, “My heart just dropped. I’m happy they could all be here, excited to see my daughter even though she doesn’t really know who I am yet, but she’ll know. It’s awesome. I wasn’t expecting any of this. It’s a great relief and makes me miss home that much more. I’m just glad to be here.”

Story and Photo Courtesy FOX 23 News

From the Fleet: Enterprise Hosts Crew From Past 50 Years

NORFOLK, Va. – The world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, USS Enterprise (CVN 65), hosted nearly 1,000 former crew members Nov. 27, to kick off its two-day 50th birthday celebration culminated with a party in the ship’s hangar bay, Nov. 28. The celebration, which is the first for a ship serving 50 years in active service, provides an opportunity for crew members past and present to reflect on the importance of sea power that Enterprise represents. John D. Clark, a former pho-tographer’s mate who served onboard Enterprise from 1963 to 1965, said he was onboard Enterprise for “two Mediterra-nean tours and a world tour.” Current Enterprise Sailors were available throughout the day to show their predecessors around, but many times it was the vet-eran Sailors who ended up giv-

ing the tours as they recounted their service from a bygone era. Although widely considered a very rewarding and, possibly, final opportunity for visiting veterans to walk the passage-ways of one of the most famous ships in history, the experience had an impact on current Sail-ors as well. “Everyone has their own expe-riences and feelings about this ship,” said Airman Apprentice Michael C. Kingsolver, who helped provide tours to the veterans. “It really boosts my morale to hear these veterans share their stories with me and get excited about how things used to be.” A common theme expressed by former Sailors is that while the ship has been upgraded throughout the decades to meet the changing nature of warfare, overall it is very much the same. “To me, it’s a little like spend-

ing a day with a childhood friend that you haven’t seen in many years,” said Dale Inman who served as a Machinist’s Mate in the early 1970s. “It makes me nostalgic for the good old days. But you know what, I’ll bet I could still man my station if the skipper need-ed me to.” As Enterprise prepares for its fi-nal deployment, deactivation and decommissioning, the opportu-nity for veterans of Enterprise and future veterans of the ship to meet and interact is one that will certainly be valued by all. For more information about Enterprise and events sched-uled for the 50th birthday, visit www.enterprise.navy.mil, and follow us at Twitter: The CVN65 and Facebook: USS En-terprise CVN 65. For more news from USS Enter-prise (CVN 65), visit www.navy.mil/local/cvn65/.

Sailors spell out “E = MC2” on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS En-terprise (CVN 65) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ship’s com-missioning. Enterprise is the first and oldest nuclear powered aircraft carrier still in service. Photo by MC3 Alex Forster.

Story by USS Enterprise Public Affairs

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NOSC Erie Joins Community to Honor Veteran’s Day Story by MC2 Maddelin Angebrand Photos by David Jones

ERIE, Pa. – Staff members and Selected Re-servists of Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) Erie hosted a Veteran’s Day Ceremony at their drill hall to commemorate and honor all veterans, Nov. 11. Part of the event was coordinated with the local community. It started as a parade in the city of Erie and concluded with a formal ceremony at the NOSC Erie drill hall. “The event was a success because of excel-lent planning from the Veterans Affairs Medi-cal Center and the integration of active duty, SELRES, and veteran participation,” said Per-sonnel Specialist 2nd Class Ashley Johnson, at-tached to NOSC Erie. Five Marines and nine Sailors performed

the parading of the colors, passing of the Na-tional Ensign and setting of the wreaths at the ceremony. Logistics Specialist 1st Class Shane Mitch-ell, NOSC Erie’s training and supply assistant leading petty officer, helped plan the NOSC’s participation in the event and said the day was special to him. “I could not have been more honored to as-sist with organizing this event,” said Mitchell. “I have been a participant in this event be-fore, and it is always very satisfying to honor those that have set our current course.” NOSC Erie’s Commanding Officer Lt. Cmdr. Jason Anders said the event was part of the NOSC’s crucial commitment to the

community of Erie. “Participating in the Veteran’s Day parade, and in the subsequent ceremony, allows both the active duty staff and SELRES a chance to show that today’s Navy doesn’t just care about the immediate mission of supporting foreign policy, but about supporting the families of those deployed, and giving the care required for our living veterans,” Anders shared. Originally, Nov. 11 marked “Armistice Day,” commemorating Nov. 11, 1918, the day fighting ended World War I. The holi-day was later extended to honor all veterans when World War II broke out. In 1954, Con-gress passed a bill renaming Armistice Day as Veteran’s Day.

NOSC Newport Sailors Tour Historic Ship ConstitutionNEWPORT R.I - Sailors from Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) Newport toured the USS Constitution in Boston, Nov. 10. During the visit, Per-sonnel Specialist 3rd Class Amanda Wood and Logistics Special-ist 2nd Class Stephanie Nehring, both attached to NOSC Newport, were frocked. The USS Constitution serves as the memory and education voice of the ship’s history. The museum is non-profit and houses displays and artifacts related to the ship’s history. For more information about the museum, visit www.ussconstitution-museum.org. Photo courtesy NOSC Newport

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IT1 (SW/AW) Jeremy Paul MosesN6 DepartmentTime in service: 16 yearsHobbies: computers, gaming, woodworking, cars (auto mechanic), music, fixing things.Pet peeves: People who do not follow instructions, don’t listen, or who interupt, the answer “I don’t know” and slow drivers.What do you do for the NOSCs: Help manage command email, or-ganize seat refresh, manage NMCI, assist with Sharepoint and answer any questions they may have.Advice to junior Sailors: Off duty education is a “must have” in today’s world on and off duty. Fam-

ily: we all know we have a duty to our country, but sometimes people forget we have families that endure stress due to our commitments. Respect: It gets you a long way in

HM2 Cara Murphy N9 DepartmentTime in service: 4 years 11 monthsHobbies: Softball, soccer, beach, traveling, taking kids to parks and museums.Pet peeves: Pen fairies! Hide your pens because you never know when they will strike.What do you do for the NOSCs: Provide customer service to the MDRs, review medical packages/

waivers.Advice to junior Sailors: Enroll in school, volunteer in your com-munity and strive to be a well-rounded Sailor.

YN1 (SW) Martin J. Gamache Jr.N1 DepartmentTime in service: 13 yearsHobbies: Motorcycles, brewer-ies, wineries. Pet peeves: Lines and people who skate around a question.What do you do for the NOSCs: HYTs.Advice to junior Sailors: Don’t let someone else care more about your career more than you do.

Michael HolmesN8 DepartmentTime in service: 20 yearsHobbies: Shopping, shopping, shop-ping and more shopping. Also, jogging to stay in shape.Pet peeves: Being tardy and not re-turning phone calls in a timely manner.What do you do for the NOSCs: Financial Technician: maintain and update lines of accounting for all NOSC’s in support of purchase card holders.Advice to junior Sailors: Work hard and take advantage of all the oppor-tunities you have in the Navy. The Navy is always changing, so you have to be open and adjust to change.

RCC Sailor Profiles : Meet Your Support Team

Standout Sailors Awarded for ExcellenceFrom left: Yeoman 1st Class Courtney Nsubuga (SOQ, 3rd quarter), Yeoman 3rd Class Justin Jones (BJOQ, 4th quarter), Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Jennifer Griffin (JSOQ, 4th quarter), Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Garland (JSOQ, 3rd quarter) and Yeoman Seaman Najla Fields (BJOQ, 4th quarter) pose in front of the NRMA RCC build-ing, Nov. 22 (not pictured Personnel Specialist 1st Class Ryan Smenda (SOQ, 4th quarter). Photo by MC2 Maddelin Angebrand.

Franklin Family Welcomes New ChildBrielle Taylor Franklin was born on Nov. 4, 2011 to Sherry and Steve Franklin. Weighing in at just 6 lbs. 4 oz, little Brielle already made a visit to NRMA RCC to greet everyone. Lt. Franklin works as NRMA RCC’s N1 department head and is also the acting public affairs of-ficer for the command. His wife Sherry works as a math specialist for the Virginia Beach Public School System. Photo Courtesy Lt. Franklin and Sherry Franklin.

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Around the Region Photos of the Month

Yeoman 1st Class Rhonda Lisenby explains a user registration and log-in process to Vice Adm. Dirk Debbink. Photo courtesy NOSC Baltimore.

Chief Art Dott receives a gift of appreciation for his service from one

of the students at Brown School in Schenectady, N.Y. during the annual

Veteran’s Day Assembly. Photo by Skip Dickstein.

NOSC Greensboro Sailors visit veterans at a local retirement center,

Nov. 11. Photo courtesy NOSC Greensboro.NOSC Schenectady Commanding Officer Lt Cmdr. Mark Jun-

co shares a small gift with a child at the Brown School Veter-

an’s Day event, Nov. 11. Photo courtesy NOSC Schnectady.

NOSC Wilmington N.C parade team marches in a Veteran’s

Day celebration, Nov. 6. Photo courtesy NOSC Wilmington

N.C.

Northrop Grumman, Aerospace Systems Battle Management and Engagement Sys-

tems contributed tickets to the NY Islanders November 5th Military Appreciation

Night. NOSC Long Island's staff members attended the event. Photo courtesy NOSC

Long Island.