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AN INDEPENDENT PUBLICATION OF COMPRINT MILITARY PUBLICATIONS AT JOINT BASE ANDREWS, MD. DCMILITARY.COM FRIDAY, JULY 11, 2014 | VOL. 3 NO. 27 Volleyball, bas- ketball courts open in time for summer 5 National Capi- tal Region cel- ebrates Fourth of July 4 Redskins launch innovative military appreciation club 5 New Horizons Supported Services breaks ground at former Cheverly Fire Station PHOTOS BY BOBBY JONES Shalia Watts, New Horizons staff; Marty Copsey, President/COO, MacKenzie Contracting; Ashley Marshall, Purple Cherry Architects; Cathy Purple Cherry, Principal/Founder, Purple Cherry Architects; John Williams, NHSSI Board Member; Jody Limbacher, New Horizons Finance Director; Michael North, New Horizons Board Member; Maggie Holmes, on behalf of Rep. Marvin Holmes; Cynthia Swift-King, New Horizons staff; Cheverly City Council Member Mary Jane Coolen; County Executive Rushern L. Baker, III; Cheverly Mayor Mike Callahan; County Council Member Andrea Harrison; Peter Holden, Executive Dri- ector, New Horizons; Donna Hobbs, President, New Horizons; Ron Vaughn, Deputy Director, New Horizons; and Charlie Hall, Vice President, New Horizons. BY BOBBY JONES STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST New Horizons Support- ed Services, Inc. (NHSSI) held a groundbreaking ceremony at the former Cheverly Fire Station on June 26. During the cel- ebration, Prince George’s County Fire Chief Marc S. Bashoor explained that the Cheverly Fire Sta- tion closed in 2010, after providing service to this community for 80 years. However, Bashoor hap- pily passed the proverbial torch to NHSSI, which also has an impressive history of providing a critical com- munity service as the non- porofit celebrates its 45th anniversary. The Maryland-based nonprofit organization supports individuals with intellectual and develop- mental disabilities, allow- ing them to lead productive and fulfilling lives in the community, both vocation- ally and socially. NHSSI provides opportunities to build skills that are needed in the workforce, and sup- ports clients to be produc- tive members of society through person-centered planning and training. R3 (Reduce, Reuse and Recy- cle) is the business services division of NHSSI which offers regularly scheduled document shredding ser- vices, data destruction, eRecycling and printer car- tridge recycling to clients. It has reportedly been op- erating for a little over a year. The grand opening for NHSSI’s new location in Prince George’s County is scheduled to occur in the fall of 2014. “We are so excited about today’s event. Forty-five years ago, a group of par- ents and caregivers came together to develop an or- ganization to provide ser- vices in the community for families and people with developmental disabilities, back in 1969. And almost 45 years later, we’re seeing our first major expansion here in Cheverly, a wonder- ful community and exciting place to be,” Peter Holden said. “We appreciate that County Executive Rushern Baker had the vision to al- low us to begin a partner- ship with the County that has resulted in our trans- forming the old fire station into our new training cen- ter.” Holden, Executive Di- rector of NHSSI, also re- marked that he is looking forward to making the facility into a community resource center for Prince George’s County residents who reside in Cheverly and Hyattsville. Holden said that local businesses and the community have shown interest in the organiza- tion’s expansion. Maryland government has also been supportive of the project. The Cheverly Fire Sta- tion will be renovated with partial funds made avail- able through the Maryland Legislature and Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley. Ac- cording to Holden, the proj- ect will cost approximately $650,000. “Ultimately, we want to turn that facility from a community eyesore into a community asset,” Holden explained. The new facility will reportedly provide train- ing and support to 75 indi- viduals with developmen- tal and intellectual dis- abilities who participate in NHSSI’s supported em- ployment program and R3 Services. These individuals are currently gaining skills to work for local employers and businesses. “Job training, rehabili- tation and business enter- prises will be provided on- site,” Holden said. Donna Hobbs, President of the Board of Directors, commended New Horizons see NHSSI, page 6 BY BOBBY JONES STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST Approximately 72 em- ployers participated in a military career fair at FedEx Field in Landover June 26. RecruitMilitary and Disabled American Veteran (DAV) hosted the event. Recruit Military is a military-to-civilian re- cruiting firm. DAV is an organization that helps veterans and their fami- lies. All parties, including the Redskins, partnered together to market the event. Through combined ef- forts, the job fair allowed military members to con- nect with recruiters and learn about both current and future potential job op- portunities in their career fields. A full range of em- ployers including food and beverage companies like McCormick & Schmick’s, Microsoft Corporation, the U.S. Secret Service, Starbucks, PNC Bank, and military contracting firm, Lockheed Martin were present during the special event. Susanna Nickell, the corporate com- munications manager for the Washington Redskins, remarked that many job fairs will be hosted for vet- erans in the future. Current and former mil- itary members who repre- sented all services branch- es searched for potential job opportunities. Other job candidates networked with recruiters to learn about educational benefits. Master Sgt. Jason Coche is an aircrew flight equip- ment technician assigned to 201st Airlift Squadron at Joint Base Andrews. Co- che and his wife, Jacque- line, attended the job fair together. My wife and I are al- ways looking for opportu- nities,” said Coche, an Air Force veteran of 21 years. “she wanted to see what was available beyond the military. We thought it would be good to see what’s available in a very compet- itive job market today.” Coche noted that he was open to exploring any type of job in the aircrew safety systems field. “My job could translate from anything in the air- craft industry to almost anything in the race car industry. Actually, I’m a big NASCAR fan, so I know that NASCAR has safety inspectors that inspect their equipment, seats, helmets and flame retar- dant seats. It’s very simi- lar to what the Air Force does for its pilots.” The West Virginia na- tive admitted that getting a job as a NASCAR inspec- tor may be a pipe dream, but Coche said he would still be happy landing a related type of consulting DAV and Recruit Military host job fair at FedEx Field see FAIR, page 3 Local police officer with military roots shines in dual roles BY ANDREA BLACKSTONE STAFF WRITER Officer Dashaun Ander- son is a native Marylander from Montgomery County who juggles unknown vari- ables and emergencies with grace under pressure. At first glance, Anderson’s work in law enforcement may not seem unusual to those who cross paths with her while she wears a police uniform. While working as a public PHOTO CREDIT: BRETT RANDALL Officer Dashaun Anderson poses at her graduation from Prince George’s Coun- ty Police Academy on June 17, 2012. see POLICE, page 3 BY BOBBY JONES STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST The tight-knit commu- nity of Morningside has embraced its annual Inde- pendence Day celebration for more than three de- cades. Due to the efforts of Morningside Town Council members and several vol- unteers, the township was able to celebrate its 34th Annual Independence Day this past 4th of July. Resi- dents lined the sidewalks along Suitland Road, just outside the front entrance of Joint Base Andrews. Several people waved American flags and wore patriotic clothing, while others reclined in lawn chairs in their front yards. The shrill sound of sirens signaled the start of pa- rade. Fire Lt. Michael Mc- Cartney drove the fire truck that belonged to the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Fire Depart- ment at Joint Base An- drews. Fire Capt. Carl McKlveen waved to his neighbors as firefight- ers from Fire Station One drove the lead fire truck in the parade. McKlveen is a resident of Morningside, where he volunteers as a part-time, with the Morn- ingside Volunteer Fire De- partment. “I joined the volunteer fire department in 1986 when I was just 16. So one way or another I would’ve been involved with the parade in some capacity. We’ve done this a couple of times over the years.” said McKlveen, who simultane- ously serves as a full-time firefighter at Joint Base Andrews. The parade was well- received by the residents and Morningside’s seven- officer police department. “I left for a brief time and came back. I have a total of six years here,” said Morningside Chief of Morningside continues Independence Day celebration tradition County Executive Rush- ern Baker, III, welcomes New Horizons to the Cheverly community dur- ing a speech at the former Cheverly Fire Department June 26. see CELEBRATION, page 4 PHOTO/BOBBY JONES A parade participant representing a local church waved colorful flags during Morning- side’s 34th Annual Independence Day Parade July 4.

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Volleyball, bas-ketball courtsopen in time forsummer

5National Capi-tal Region cel-ebrates Fourth ofJuly

4 Redskins launchinnovative militaryappreciation club

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New Horizons SupportedServices breaks ground atformer Cheverly Fire Station

PHOTOS BY BOBBY JONES

ShaliaWatts, NewHorizonsstaff;MartyCopsey, President/COO,MacKenzieContracting; AshleyMarshall, PurpleCherryArchitects; CathyPurpleCherry, Principal/Founder, PurpleCherryArchitects; JohnWilliams,NHSSIBoardMember; JodyLimbacher, NewHorizonsFinanceDirector;MichaelNorth,NewHorizonsBoardMember;MaggieHolmes, onbehalf of Rep.MarvinHolmes;CynthiaSwift-King,NewHorizonsstaff; CheverlyCityCouncilMemberMary JaneCoolen;CountyExecutiveRushern L. Baker, III; CheverlyMayorMikeCallahan;CountyCouncilMemberAndreaHarrison; PeterHolden, ExecutiveDri-ector, NewHorizons;DonnaHobbs, President, NewHorizons; RonVaughn,DeputyDirector, NewHorizons; andCharlieHall,VicePresident, NewHorizons.

BY BOBBY JONESSTAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

New Horizons Support-ed Services, Inc. (NHSSI)held a groundbreakingceremony at the formerCheverly Fire Station onJune 26. During the cel-ebration, Prince George’sCounty Fire Chief MarcS. Bashoor explained thatthe Cheverly Fire Sta-tion closed in 2010, afterproviding service to thiscommunity for 80 years.However, Bashoor hap-pily passed the proverbialtorch to NHSSI, which alsohas an impressive historyof providing a critical com-munity service as the non-porofit celebrates its 45thanniversary.The Maryland-based

nonprofit organizationsupports individuals withintellectual and develop-mental disabilities, allow-ing them to lead productiveand fulfilling lives in thecommunity, both vocation-ally and socially. NHSSIprovides opportunities tobuild skills that are neededin the workforce, and sup-ports clients to be produc-tive members of society

through person-centeredplanning and training. R3(Reduce, Reuse and Recy-cle) is the business servicesdivision of NHSSI whichoffers regularly scheduleddocument shredding ser-vices, data destruction,eRecycling and printer car-tridge recycling to clients.It has reportedly been op-erating for a little over ayear.The grand opening for

NHSSI’s new location inPrince George’s County isscheduled to occur in thefall of 2014.“We are so excited about

today’s event. Forty-fiveyears ago, a group of par-ents and caregivers cametogether to develop an or-ganization to provide ser-vices in the community forfamilies and people withdevelopmental disabilities,back in 1969. And almost45 years later, we’re seeingour first major expansionhere in Cheverly, a wonder-ful community and excitingplace to be,” Peter Holdensaid. “We appreciate thatCounty Executive RushernBaker had the vision to al-low us to begin a partner-ship with the County that

has resulted in our trans-forming the old fire stationinto our new training cen-ter.”Holden, Executive Di-

rector of NHSSI, also re-marked that he is lookingforward to making thefacility into a communityresource center for PrinceGeorge’s County residentswho reside in Cheverly andHyattsville. Holden saidthat local businesses andthe community have shown

interest in the organiza-tion’s expansion. Marylandgovernment has also beensupportive of the project.The Cheverly Fire Sta-tion will be renovated withpartial funds made avail-able through the MarylandLegislature and MarylandGov. Martin O’Malley. Ac-cording to Holden, the proj-ect will cost approximately$650,000.“Ultimately, we want to

turn that facility from acommunity eyesore into acommunity asset,” Holdenexplained.The new facility will

reportedly provide train-ing and support to 75 indi-viduals with developmen-tal and intellectual dis-abilities who participatein NHSSI’s supported em-ployment program and R3Services. These individualsare currently gaining skillsto work for local employersand businesses.“Job training, rehabili-

tation and business enter-prises will be provided on-site,” Holden said.Donna Hobbs, President

of the Board of Directors,commended New Horizons

see NHSSI, page 6

BY BOBBY JONESSTAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

Approximately 72 em-ployers participated ina military career fair atFedEx Field in LandoverJune 26. RecruitMilitaryand Disabled AmericanVeteran (DAV) hosted theevent. Recruit Military isa military-to-civilian re-cruiting firm. DAV is anorganization that helpsveterans and their fami-lies. All parties, includingthe Redskins, partneredtogether to market theevent.Through combined ef-

forts, the job fair allowedmilitary members to con-nect with recruiters andlearn about both currentand future potential job op-portunities in their careerfields. A full range of em-ployers including food andbeverage companies likeMcCormick & Schmick’s,Microsoft Corporation,the U.S. Secret Service,Starbucks, PNC Bank,and military contractingfirm, Lockheed Martinwere present during thespecial event. SusannaNickell, the corporate com-munications manager forthe Washington Redskins,remarked that many jobfairs will be hosted for vet-erans in the future.Current and former mil-

itary members who repre-sented all services branch-es searched for potential

job opportunities. Otherjob candidates networkedwith recruiters to learnabout educational benefits.Master Sgt. Jason Coche

is an aircrew flight equip-ment technician assignedto 201st Airlift Squadronat Joint Base Andrews. Co-che and his wife, Jacque-line, attended the job fairtogether.My wife and I are al-

ways looking for opportu-nities,” said Coche, an AirForce veteran of 21 years.“she wanted to see whatwas available beyond themilitary. We thought itwould be good to see what’savailable in a very compet-itive job market today.”Coche noted that he was

open to exploring any typeof job in the aircrew safetysystems field.“My job could translate

from anything in the air-craft industry to almostanything in the race carindustry. Actually, I’m abig NASCAR fan, so I knowthat NASCAR has safetyinspectors that inspecttheir equipment, seats,helmets and flame retar-dant seats. It’s very simi-lar to what the Air Forcedoes for its pilots.”The West Virginia na-

tive admitted that gettinga job as a NASCAR inspec-tor may be a pipe dream,but Coche said he wouldstill be happy landing arelated type of consulting

DAV and RecruitMilitary host jobfair at FedEx Field

see FAIR, page 3

Local police officerwith military rootsshines in dual rolesBY ANDREA BLACKSTONE

STAFF WRITER

Officer Dashaun Ander-son is a native Marylanderfrom Montgomery Countywho juggles unknown vari-ables and emergencieswith grace under pressure.At first glance, Anderson’swork in law enforcementmay not seem unusual tothose who cross paths withher while she wears a policeuniform.While working as a public

PHOTO CREDIT: BRETT RANDALL

Officer Dashaun Andersonposes at her graduationfromPrince George’s Coun-ty Police Academy on June17, 2012.see POLICE, page 3

BY BOBBY JONESSTAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

The tight-knit commu-nity of Morningside hasembraced its annual Inde-pendence Day celebrationfor more than three de-cades. Due to the efforts ofMorningside Town Councilmembers and several vol-unteers, the township wasable to celebrate its 34thAnnual Independence Daythis past 4th of July. Resi-dents lined the sidewalksalong Suitland Road, justoutside the front entranceof Joint Base Andrews.Several people wavedAmerican flags and worepatriotic clothing, while

others reclined in lawnchairs in their front yards.The shrill sound of sirenssignaled the start of pa-rade.Fire Lt. Michael Mc-

Cartney drove the firetruck that belonged tothe 11th Civil EngineerSquadron’s Fire Depart-ment at Joint Base An-drews. Fire Capt. CarlMcKlveen waved to hisneighbors as firefight-ers from Fire Station Onedrove the lead fire truck inthe parade. McKlveen is aresident of Morningside,where he volunteers as apart-time, with the Morn-ingside Volunteer Fire De-partment.

“I joined the volunteerfire department in 1986when I was just 16. So oneway or another I would’vebeen involved with theparade in some capacity.We’ve done this a couple oftimes over the years.” saidMcKlveen, who simultane-ously serves as a full-timefirefighter at Joint BaseAndrews.The parade was well-

received by the residentsand Morningside’s seven-officer police department.“I left for a brief time

and came back. I have atotal of six years here,”said Morningside Chief of

Morningside continues Independence Day celebration tradition

County Executive Rush-ern Baker, III, welcomesNewHorizons to theCheverly community dur-ing a speech at the formerCheverly Fire DepartmentJune 26.

see CELEBRATION, page 4

PHOTO/BOBBY JONES

A parade participant representing a local church waved colorful flags during Morning-side’s 34th Annual Independence Day Parade July 4.

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COURTESY OF THE RETIREEACTIVITIES OFFICE

New Bank AccountIf you’ve switched bank accounts

and need to have your pay depositedto your new account, you can makethe change online or by mail. Ei-ther way, don’t close your old bankaccount until you have received amonthly payment in your new ac-count. Allow 30 to 45 days for thechange to take effect. The easiestway to change your direct depositbank account is myPay, the onlineaccount management system formilitary members and retirees. Login at www.mypay.dfas.mil and click“Direct Deposit” on the main menu.If you don’t use myPay, send yournew bank account information to:Defense Finance & Accounting

Service, US Military Annuity Pay,P.O Box 7130, London, KY 40742-7130.The address for annuitants is:

DFAS, US Military Annuity Pay, P.O

Box 7131, London, KY 40742-7131.

Home Delivery SavingsFollowing a Congressionally di-

rected study of the Tricare Phar-macy Home Delivery program, theDefense Department Inspector Gen-eral’s office determined it is a cost-efficient way for beneficiaries to re-ceive prescription medications. Themail-order program saved the gov-ernment 16.7 percent—nearly $67million—in the third quarter of fis-cal year 2012. The audit comparedwhat the government spent on pre-scription drugs through home deliv-ery and what the cost would havebeen at retail pharmacies. ExpressScripts reported that home deliveryoffers a 99.99 percent prescriptionfill accuracy rate. Beneficiaries re-ceive a 90-day supply through themail and have no copayment for ge-neric formulary medications. Thereis a $13 copay for brand-name for-mulary medications. At retail net-work pharmacies, beneficiaries pay$5 for a 30-day supply of generic

formulary medications and $17 forbrand name formulary medications.For more information on home de-livery, visit www.tricare.mil/homedelivery.

SBP ChangeMost Survivor Benefit Plan an-

nuitants over the age of 55 are nolonger required to submit an annualCertificate of Eligibility to the De-fense Finance and Accounting Ser-vice. Annuitants should no longerexpect to receive the annual COEonce they reach age 55.

The Retiree Activities Office isopen 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mondaythrough Friday. Visit the office inBuilding 1604 at California and Col-orado Avenues or call us at 301 981-2726. Our e-mail address is rao(at)andrews.af.mil. Call the office beforeyour visit to ensure a volunteer is onduty. The RAO has a website at www.andrews.af.mil.

Retiree Corner

July 122014 Lake Arbor Jazz FestivalLake Arbor Community Center Grounds, 10100 Lake Arbor

Way,Mitchellville,Md.12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Contemporary, traditional jazz and R&B groups will be fea-

tured along with vendors and food.Visit www.lakearborjazz.comfor details.

July 13Military Appreciation DayFedEx Field, Bud Light Party Pavilion, 1600 FedEx Way,

Landover, Md.12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Redskins Salutewill host a free, daylong event for servicemem-

bers,familyandfriends.Enjoyraffles,giveaways,liveentertainment,a stadiumtour,plusmeetRedskinsplayers andalumni. Visitwww.redskinsalute.com for information.

July 15Andrews Spouses’ ClubLiberty Park HousingArea Pool, Joint BaseAndrews10:00 a.m.-12 p.mBring thekids foraswimwhileyou learnmoreaboutmembership

to the newAndrews Spouses’ Club.Military spouses of active, retired,guard/reserveanddeceasedareeligible formembership.BringLibertypool passes if you have them. Guest passes will be available to non-residents.

July 17Job and Education FairJoint BaseAndrews Club, building 18891000 -1400 hoursJoint Base Andrews Education Office personnel and Chiefs’

Group request the honor of your presence at the upcoming Joband Education Fair.Call 301-981-6377 for information.

BY AMBER J. RUSSELL11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Col. Bill M. Knight, 11th Wing/JBA commander, welcomes the com-munity to the free Heritage ParkTattoo event slated for July 12, from6 to 8 p.m. in front of the William A.Jones III building.The event, second in series of

three set to take place this sum-mer, is a display of appreciation tothe community for supporting JBA.It also provides an opportunity toshowcase our dedicated Airmen tothe community.“We want to show the local com-

munity how important they are tous,” Knight said. “Without theirsupport, we would not be able to get

our missions accomplished.”The event brings esprit de corps

with performances by the premierrock group of the United States AirForce Band Max Impact and Cere-monial Brass, and the USAF HonorGuard Drill Team. There will alsobe a a static display of a 1st Heli-copter Squadron UH-1N Huey andother 11th Wing demonstrations.Holding on to the nostalgia of the

Joint Service Open House, which isindefinitely suspended due to bud-get constraints, Knight said he isdetermined to keep community tiestight.“We will miss the interaction

that JSOH allowed us to have withour friends in the community, butthis decision will save more than $2

million in tax dollars,” Knight said.The Joint Base Andrew’s Heri-

tage Park Concert events will costunder $1,000 per event to host.Non-DOD ID cardholders should

park at Andrews Manor ShoppingCenter, located across the streetfrom the base on Allentown Road.From there they can follow signsto the Pedestrian Gate, where theywill go through a security checkpoint.DOD ID cardholders can park in

the Jones Building parking lot.Additionally, large bags, alcoholic

beverages and weapons will not bepermitted on base.For more information on this

event, call 240-612-4428.

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servant, the first responderbravely steps outside on adaily basis to answer callsto uphold the law and keeporder. Anderson providesassistance like others whowork in the challengingfield. Some individualshave negative opinionsabout police officers andare fearful of them. Nev-ertheless, Anderson enjoysworking with the public.In 2011, she was hired towork in District 4 of PrinceGeorge’s County’s PoliceDepartment (PGPD).There is a side of Ander-

son’s life that many in thecommunity may rarely see.Most citizens probably areunaware that she has anadditional responsibility ofanother challenging career.Normally in the middle ofthe month, Anderson drillsfrom Friday to SaturdayOnce a year she drills twoweeks straight as a partof annual training. Ander-son, who agrees that she isself motivated, has servedpart-time in the Army Na-tional Guard since 2008.Anderson’s courage anddesire to make a differencein the world is worthy ofrecognition. She was de-ployed in Afghanistan for ayear and has flown a greatdeal throughout her mis-sions. Anderson returnedlast March.Prince George’s County

Police Department activelyrecruits military members.Although prior military po-lice experience is an addedbonus, the departments re-cruit all military members,regardless of their priorjob classification. Thereare approximately 55 ac-tive guard/reserve officerswho work on the policeforce in Prince George’s

County. Each academyclass reportedly averagesbetween 6-15 veterans,about half of whom haveprior combat deployments.“They’re both similar

career paths. It’s like youalways have to have yourguard up. You don’t knowwho is watching and whois around. You have to beaware of your surround-ings. I serve in the UnitedSates Army as an MP—amilitary police officer. Wedo a lot of missions per-taining to prisoners andsecurity missions,” Ander-son said.Anderson’s mini-de-

ployment in West Africawas a 30 day securitymission. Her father hasreportedly been support-ive throughout her entirejourney. Anderson statedthat upon graduating fromhigh school, she wanted toqualify for college benefits,since higher education isexpensive. Since she wasinformed that the militaryhas good school benefits,Anderson enlisted in theNational Guard right away.Eventually, Anderson grewto like her career choiceand travel opportunities.The memories that shecarries mirror her trans-formation from police offi-cer to military member. Ina Facebook post, Andersonstands next to a case werea folded flag sits neatly in-side. An intriguing storyabout a time when Ander-son was called into actionaccompanies the photo.“I just got back from

Afghanistan in March. Iwas over there for a year.Throughout my missionwe flew a lot. Every timewe would fly, we would flya flag on the C-130. I flewa couple of flags, includingone for District 4, becausethat’s where I started with

PGPD and I’m still at Dis-trict 4. It was always kepton my person. I would car-ry it in a bag. Sometimes ifI had the time I would ac-tually open it up and hangit in the back of the C-130.I presented it to MajorGarrett,” said Anderson.The flag is currently

hanging up on the wall ofDistrict 4’s station. An-derson has met otherswho serve in the militarywhile working for the po-lice department. SFC JohnClayton was deployed toAfghanistan with her, al-though he is in a differentunit. Anderson furtherexplained the strong bondthat she shares with hercolleagues and friends.“When I was on de-

ployment, I felt like P.G.County did a lot for me. Ialways got care packages.Cpl. Miceli is the militaryliaison. He would alwayssend me emails, check onme on Facebook, and askhow I was doing. The po-lice department looked outfor me when I was away.I want to give somethingback to them. I figured aflag would be nice.”Anderson said that

citizens sometimes under-stand her a little bit bet-ter, when they do find outabout her military service.She also stated that shetries to be fair and under-stand to citizens, duringher day-to-day encounters,but she also must be mind-ful of how they react. An-derson remarked that shewants to focus more on hercareer and plans to sepa-rate from the military inthe near future.“I do want to eventually

go up to detective or as anofficer in CID (CriminalInvestigations Division).”

POLICE, from page 1

PHOTO CREDIT: SERGEANT RAY BARBER

DashaunAndersonand fellowofficers (squad36)werepallbearers for the lateCpl.Rapier,whopassedawaydue tomedical reasons.

job. Coche’s wife, Jacque-line, is a staff sergeantand is also assigned tothe 201st Airlift Squadronas a flight attendant. Sheaspires to remain in theaviation field, perhaps inflight scheduling.“My husband and I are

newlyweds. We want toplan a family. I checkedout Lockheed Martin on-line. There are a lot of op-portunities here in D.C.,especially in the govern-ment,” said Jacqueline, aneight-year Air Force vet-eran.Lockheed Martin has

a history of hiring formermilitary members. CharlesTulaney, a Lockheed Mili-tary Relations managerand retired Marine Colo-nel, stated that approxi-mately 23 percent of thecompany’s 123,000 em-

ployees are prior militarymembers. Over the pastfive years, Lockheed Mar-tin has reportedly hirednearly 18,000 veterans.Law enforcement agen-

cies were also present toidentify job candidateswith military backgrounds.Officer Crystal Bunn rep-resented the Maryland De-partment of Public SafetyCorrectional Services. Sheconversed with prospectiveemployees.“This is an awesome

event. So far, we have talk-ed to a lot of people look-ing for jobs in corrections.There have been a lot peo-ple we interviewed withgreat law enforcementbackgrounds. We love talk-ing with military memberswho with degrees,” Bunnsaid.Tech Sgt. Brandon

Diggs is an Air Force pro-duction recruiter for theD.C. Air National Guard.

“I’m here recruiting, try-ing to help veterans outwho need to finish their20-year career in the Re-serves,” said Diggs. “Evenif the person was activeduty, as long as they cando 20 years before theyturn age 60, then we canhelp them out.”Navy Quartermaster

1st Class Tara Price isassigned to the NationalGeospatial-Intell igenceAgency. She attended thejob fair to support herhusband, James Price, butshe also networked to helpidentify future job oppor-tunities for herself. Pricesaid that she is preparingto retire from the militaryin two years. She plans toenroll in college soon be-cause she wants to be anurse.“I now know what to

expect and what I need todo.”

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NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION CELEBRATES FOURTH OF JULY

Members of The United States Air Force Honor Guard’sColors Element prepare to post the colors at the AirForce Memorial on July 4 during USAF Band’s Indepen-dence Day Concert. After the performances, attendeesviewed the National Fireworks Show.

Senior Master Sergeant Eric Sabatino plays the harpduring the United States Air Force Band’s IndependenceDay Concert at the Air Force Memorial, July 4. After theperformance, show attendees viewed the National Fire-works Show.

The United States Air Force Concert Band and SingingSergeants perform at the Air Force Memorial on July 4to celebrate Independence Day. After the performances,attendees viewed the National Fireworks Show.

Capt. David Alpar and his children Charles (left), Violet andPhoebe watch the United States Air Force Concert Bandand Singing Sergeants perform at the Air Force Memorial,July 4.

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO/ SENIOR AIRMAN MARIAH HADDENHAM

The United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants perform at the Air Force Memorial on July 4 to cel-ebrate Independence Day. After the performances, attendees viewed the National Fireworks Show.

BY TERRI MOON CRONKDEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY

A permanent-change-of-stationmove prompts its own challenges,but family members with spe-cial-needs children face anothercomplexity when looking for theright schools at their new home, aDefense Department official saidhere July 2.Ed Tyner, acting deputy direc-

tor of DOD’s special needs pro-gram, told DoD News that servicemembers and their families canfind a comprehensive tool in thenewly updated Education Direc-tory for Children with SpecialNeeds, which addresses opportu-nities in all 50 states and the Dis-trict of Columbia.Available on the Military One-

Source website, the directorygives parents guidance to makeinformed decisions on new schooldistricts, programs and servicesfor special-needs children.“DoD is supportive of all fami-

lies with special needs,” Tyneremphasized.The directory has been avail-

able for about four years. It ini-tially covered 15 states with thelargest military populations andcertain special needs, such as au-tism, intellectual deficits and be-havioral concerns, Tyner said.In addition to those needs,

the new directory includes “thewhole gamut,” from speech andlanguage to learning disabilitiesto physical impairments, he said.The new directory, Tyner said,

is “much more comprehensive.”Tyner noted that the directory

is an education resource that’salso useful to families withoutspecial-needs children.Navigational tools provide

family members with tips ontransitioning between schools byproviding questions to ask and of-fering forms to download.“It’s organized in a way that

makes it very [user-friendly]. Thefeedback we’ve gotten from fami-lies has been great,” Tyner said.The directory comprises two

components: one on early inter-vention for children up to age 2,and another for school-aged chil-dren and young adults up to age22, and both provide a substan-tive guide of tools and resourcesto make education transitionseasier during a PCS move.While the directory on Military

OneSource neither compares norrates schools, it will walk fam-ily members through school dis-tricts near the new installationand lists what schools offer forspecial-needs education oppor-tunities and services, as well asenrollment numbers, Tyner ex-plained.“Contacts are listed so family

members know who to call formore information,” he said.Other tools in the directory

include a checklist to give familymembers questions to ask at thenew school and tips for organizingschool records and other advice tohelp in the transition.A common theme is that fami-

lies look for special-needs educa-tion opportunities that are com-parable to the school resourcesfrom which they’re moving, Tynersaid. Laws ensure that special-needs education must providecomparable services, he added.“Parents need to be sure the

individualized needs, goals andobjectives for their child are be-ing met,” he said, even though thenew school might be organizeddifferently.“The directory has been de-

signed to help parents make bet-ter decisions, and it gives them in-formation and tools as they workwith their family members’ spe-cial needs,” Tyner said. “It showsthe commitment by DoD to reallyput resources where they need tobe for these families.”

New school directoryoffers help to parentsof special-needs kids

Police, Amos Damron. “I’ll behonest, I’ve been at six paradeshere, and, in my opinion, thisis the best parade we’ve had todate. I think the participantswere outstanding and the num-ber of residents that came outwas great. Many of them weregiving the parade a thumbs-up.”Corporal Derrick Harris is a

police officer who has workedfor the Morningside Police De-partment for the past eightyears. He enjoys the paradeinteraction with the residentsand laid-back atmosphere ofthe township, after movingfrom a more fast-paced city likeBrooklyn, New York.“I’ve covered eight parades

since I joined the departmenthere. It was an adjustmentcoming here. Just Brooklynalone has more people than thetownship of Morningside,” saidHarris. “It’s more laid back herethough. It’s has kind of an olderfeel to it, unlike New York. InNew York, you can live just oneblock from someone and nevereven know them. Here, every-body knows each other. I’vebeen here and covered enoughparades for everyone to knowme.”Morningside Vice Mayor,

Bernard Cann, waved at theresidents as he walked downSuitland Road. It was his firsttime participating in the pa-rade. Cann has been a residentof Morningside since 2007.“It was a great opportunity

to interact with the citizensto see exactly what’s going on.I got a chance to see smiles ontheir faces for a good purpose,”said Cann.Town Council Member Todd

Mullins has lived in Morning-side for the past 5 years. Hedrove a golf cart down SuitlandRoad while waving at residentsand tossing candy to children.“The parade here is a huge

event, and it’s really inspira-tional. It helps us to enjoy theholiday even more,” said Mull-ins. “This is my first year actu-

ally participating in the parade.It’s was quite nice.”Seated in a couple of lawn

chairs, Sandra Rolls, a Forest-ville resident, and her niece,

Courtney, were among the firstpeople waiting to see the pa-rade. It was their first time.“I’m here because my grand-

daughters are riding in the

CELEBRATION, from page 1

Morningside Vice Mayor, Bernard Cann, shows his patriotism, wav-ing a U.S. flag, while greeting local residents. It was his first timeparticipating in the annual event.

PHOTO/BOBBY JONES

A Morningside family wave flags in the spirit of July 4th prior to the34th Annual Independence Day Parade.

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Volleyball,basketballcourtsopenintimeforsummerBY AIRMAN 1ST CLASSJOSHUA R. M. DEWBERRY11TH WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Joint Base Andrews dorm resi-dents can enjoy outdoor sports intheir own backyard with new bas-ketball and volleyball courts com-pleted just in time for summer.The courts were officially openedJune 26 after a ribbon cutting cer-emony.Approximately 50 Airmen and

Sailors attended the ceremonyand participated in the firstmatches on the new courts.“We wanted the best for our

dorm residents, so we took all thenecessary steps to make sure theproject was built with care andprofessionalism,” said Kirk Kes-sler, 11th Civil Engineer projectmanager. “We had four to sevenpeople out there each day we wereworking on this project.”The abnormal weather condi-

tions this past winter, along withmeeting the Maryland Depart-ment of the Environment safetystandards, pushed back initialplans for completing construction,according to Kessler.The courts took approximately

300 days to complete. However,dorm residents were elated tolearn they could walk across theparking lot to play a game when-ever they wanted.“These new courts boost mo-

rale for the dorms because it getspeople out of their rooms and getsAirmen more active,” said SeniorAirman Joey Carfagno, 11th Lo-gistics Readiness Squadron lo-gistics planner. “I was so happyto hear we finally had a court wecould call our own.”

Col.Bill Knight, 11thWing/JointBaseAndrewscommander, andChiefMas-terSgt.WilliamSanders, 11thWG/JBAcommandchief, posewithdormresi-dentsduring theofficial openingofnewvolleyball andbasketball courts.Airmen enjoy thier new volleyball court built for dorm residents.

U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTOS/AIRMAN 1ST CLASS JOSHUA R. M. DEWBERRY

Airmenenjoya friendlygameofvolleyball June26atanewcourtbuilt fordormresidentsatJointBaseAndrews,Md.

Redskins launch innovativemilitary appreciation clubBY ANDREA BLACKSTONE

STAFF WRITER

The Washington Redskins an-nounced the launch of RedskinsSalute, the football team’s offi-cial military appreciation club.Headquartered at Redskins Parkin Ashburn, Va., and owned byDaniel Snyder, the WashingtonRedskins desired to create a truecommunity for current and for-mer military fans, their familiesand friends. The organizationhas reportedly held various mili-tary appreciation activities, suchas Operation Salute Our Troopsand Redskins Salute to Play 60Military Challenge, over the lastdecade.Redskins Salute is an ex-

panded effort of the Washing-ton Redskins to offer additionalevents, programs and services tocurrent and former service mem-bers through a comprehensiveapproach that combines supportand recognition. Snyder report-edly aspires to set a new stan-dard in the NFL for military ap-preciation by creating a centralplatform that offers sustainedyear-round activity engage-ment with support given by theteam. Redskins Salute is a freecommunity. It will enable fansto connect with each other andwith the Redskins. UnmatchedRedskins team access for mili-tary fans will reportedly be pro-vided through opportunities toparticipate in special events attraining camp, during the pre-season game and player Q-and-As at Redskins Park. Physicalevents will also be held at localmilitary bases.“We’re absolutely looking

forward to having Redskins Sa-lute events at local bases. We’llbe working with the bases di-

rectly, and our partnership withUSO-Metro (USO of Metropoli-tan Washington-Baltimore) isto really leverage the loungesand their footprint of these bas-es, so that we can really workwith them on creating differentevents to engage as many peopleas we can across the local bases,knowing that we have 47 basesin our territory. We want to beas inclusive as we can,” ShripalShah said.Shah is the Redskin’s Senior

Vice President and Chief Strat-egy Officer. He also stated thatRedskins Salute will also offeronline engagement, such as livevideo chats with Redskins play-ers, and other forms of real-timesocial content for members. Red-skins Salute will reportedly en-courage participation and enroll-ment from coast to coast amongservice members, their familiesand friends. Location will not in-terfere with enjoyment of mem-bership. Posted updates will en-able service members to find outwhat the Redskins are doing.There will be opportunities tophysically meet other RedskinsSalute military club members,and to visit Redskins Park tomeet Redskins players. Specialcontests, preseason activitiesand exclusive content will be in-tegrated into the platform.The Washington Redskins

partnered with USO-Metro toprovide real content, servicesand true value for members.Partnership with Kaplan Uni-versity has been established,in addition to a military schol-arship program that will be apart of the new club. Shah fur-ther explained the structure ofsupport programs for militaryservice members and their fami-lies, which will address needs in

specified areas.“We’re trying to create pil-

lars around our club for this 360platform, based around educa-tion, family services, health andwellness, and post-services jobcreation,” he said.The team’s owner reportedly

felt that one central platform isneeded to unify dispersed pro-grams. Snyder’s vision for Red-skins Salute seems to include awider target audience than ma-ny clubs.“The goal for the Redskins

Salute Military Club is to cre-ate a target audience of not justactive duty, but reserve, formerand retired service members.

PHOTOS/WASHINGTON REDSKINS

Redskins rookie MorganMoses, middle, was selected in this year’s draft. The player spent time with militaryservice members and fans at USO-Metro’s newly constructed Warrior and Family Center in Bethesda, Md.

Soldiers show Redskins pride during a June barbecue at USO-Met-ro’s Warrior and Family Center.see REDSKINS, page 6

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for providing employment and educationalservices to assist individuals with intellec-tual and developmental disabilities. Two ofher sons who are now in their forties previ-ously received assistance from the organi-zation.“As a care provider for three individuals,

I must say that I am very fortunate to bea foster parent of three gentlemen for 39years. The two of them have benefitted bygoing to New Horizons. They have becomecontributing and productive citizens of thecommunity.” Hobbs said.NHSSI often welcomes opportunities for

collaboration. Hobbs encouraged the com-munity to provide jobs to those who attendthe new job center, and to provide other op-portunities or assist New Horizons in se-curing contracts through the R3 program,on behalf of individuals with intellectualand developmental disabilities.

Prince George’s County Executive Rush-ern L. Baker, III also agreed that New Ho-rizons Supported Services, Inc.’s expan-sion and relocation will be beneficial tocounty residents.“I’m sure that Mayor Michael Callahan

and my Council Member, Andrea Harrison,would agree with me that for far too longwe have seen this facility here with no use.So having New Horizons come here, espe-cially with the R3 program, which I like, itnot only has a good use, but it serves thepurpose that we’re trying to do in PrinceGeorge’s County to provide jobs and oppor-tunities for all of our residents of the coun-ty. I’m pleased that we are able to do this.”NHSSI supports and empowers indi-

viduals with intellectual and developmen-tal disabilities in Prince George’s Countyand Charles County. Inquire about ser-vices provided by New Horizons SupportedServices, Inc. by contacting Ron Vaughnat 240-882-2680. Visit www.nhssi.org tolearn more about New Horizons Support-ed Services, Inc.

NHSSI, from page 1

PHOTOS BY BOBBY JONES/STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

Peter Holden, NewHorizons executive director, addresses an audience during NewHorizonsgroundbreaking ceremony at the former Cheverly Fire Department.

We’re also extending membership to theimmediate family members—the spous-es, the children, the parents and also tothose who are deployed overseas. We’retrying to make this as inclusive as pos-sible to the entire military community,”Shah explained. “Fans can sign up onthe current website. We want to make iteasy, nationally and internationally. Ourgoal is before or by preseason, we’re go-ing to have a fully robust website with alot more content.”Scott McCall, Marketing Manager of

Redskins Salute, understands militaryculture and lifestyle firsthand. McCallwas hired to run the club several weeksago. He reportedly served in the U.S.Navy on the West Coast for eight years.McCall’s father served 20 years in theU.S. Army. Additionally, McCall’s wifeand other family members served in themilitary. Thus, McCall offers an authen-

tic voice as the military appreciationclub develops.“I know it from a spouse’s perspective.

I know it from a military child’s perspec-tive. My family history is deeply rootedin the military lifestyle. I will bring anauthentic voice and understanding ofwhat the nature of the needs are for themilitary.”The first event offered by Redskins

Salute was held at FedEx Field June 28.RecruitMilitary Career Fair for formerand retired military service memberswas presented by DAV. Redskins Salutewill host their inaugural Military Appre-ciation Day at FedEx Field in Landover,Md. on July 13 for service members andtheir families. Military members andtheir families may join Redskins Sa-lute free of charge. Fans can learn aboutforthcoming events that will be offeredby the team. Weekly updates will also beavailable. Visit www.redskinssalute.comfor more information about Redskins Sa-lute.

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