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1 ARMY SURGEON GENERAL MAKES HOUSE CALL TO FORT JACKSON P3 ALSO INSIDE ENERGY MANAGEMENT SAVES MILLIONS, RECEIVES RECOGNITION, P4 SCHOOL LAUNCHES TRAINING PORTAL FOR THE CORPS, P7 A NIGHT TO UNITE INSTALLATION FAMILIES TAKE SOME TIME OUT P12-13

2 ON THE COVER A Fort Jackson police officer works with a middle school student at the Teen Center to perfect his driving skills before putting on drunk goggles during the National Night Out Aug. 7. SEE PAGES Photo by RON LESTER Fort Jackson, South Carolina This civilian enterprise newspaper, which has a circulation of 10,000, is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. Army. Contents of the Fort Jackson Leader are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, Department of the Army or Fort Jackson. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts and supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army or Camden Media Co. of the firms, products or services advertised. All editorial content of the Fort Jackson Leader is prepared, edited, provided and approved by the Public Affairs Office of Fort Jackson. The Fort Jackson Leader is published by Camden Media Co., a private firm in no way connected with the Department of the Army, under exclusive written contract with Fort Jackson. The civilian printer is responsible for commercial advertising. For display advertising rates and information call or write Camden Media Company, P.O. Box 1137, Camden, S.C For classified advertising information only: call or nwilson@chronicleindependent.com or fax For questions or concerns about subscriptions, call To submit articles, story ideas or announcements, write the Fort Jackson Leader, Fort Jackson, S.C , call or fjleader@ gmail.com. Commanding General...Brig. Gen. Milford H. Beagle Jr. Garrison Commander...Col. Stephen Elder Garrison Public Affairs Officer...Patrick Jones Command Information Officer...Robert Timmons Editor...Wallace McBride Writer...Elyssa Vondra Volunteer...Ron Lester Website: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: Community Calendar AUG. 15 Antiterrorism Awareness 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mini-Mall/Clothing Sales. Members of Fort Jackson s Protections Division will be conducting antiterrorism awareness presentation as part of Antiterrorism Awareness Month. For more information call Gerald Cruzado at AUG. 22 Fourth Quarter Shred Event 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fort Jackson Recycle Center, located at 5671 Lee Road, between Popeye s and the Auto Craft Shop. Everyone is invited to take advantage of this quarterly shredding event. All types of paper with sensitive information will be accepted. For additional Information, contact the Recycling Center at Antiterrorism Awareness 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fort Jackson Commissary. Members of Fort Jackson s Protections Division will be conducting antiterrorism awareness presentation as part of Antiterrorism Awareness Month. For more information call Gerald Cruzado at Women s Equality Day 11:30 a.m. NCO club. Fort Jackson honor the observance of Women s Equality Day, which commemorates the 26th of August 1920 when Gen. Laura Richardson, Deputy Commander of U.S. Army Forces Command is the guest speaker. For tickets ($10.50) see your unit EOA/ EO rep or call DENTAC at AUG. 24 Blood Drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Solomon Center. The American Red Cross will hold the Fort Jackson Community Blood Drive at the Solomon Center. Schedule your appointment online at Redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code FortJackson, or yvone.taylorware2@ redcross.org, or William.b.sexton.civ@mail. mil. AUG. 28 Active Shooter Training 10 a.m. Post Theater. Fort Jackson shooter training at the Post Theater. The training is open to everyone. Department of the Army Civilians, Department of Defense contractors, school teacher, Soldiers and Family members are encouraged to attend. For more information call Gerald Cruzado at AUG. 29 Antiterrorism Awareness 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Strom Thurmond Building. Members of Fort Jackson s Protections Division will be conducting antiterrorism awareness presentation as part of Antiterrorism Awareness Month. For more information call Gerald Cruzado at SEPT. 18 Thrift Savings Plan Seminar Noon-1 p.m., 9810 Lee Rd., Room 119. As a Service Member or a current federal employee, do you feel comfortable with your TSP retirement plan? Do you want to gain a better understanding about the different funds and how they can impact your plan for retirement? Attend this no-cost TSP seminar to gain a better understanding of the program. The instructor will discuss the differences between Roth and Traditional accounts, how to avoid penalties, withdrawals and more. To register, call SPORTSMAN ADVISORY COUNCIL Are you interested in learning more about the Fort Jackson Sportsman Club? Come to a meeting of the Sportsman Advisory Council Working Groups. The Cycling Working Group meets Aug. 14, at Magruder s Pub. The next meeting for the Run/Adventure Working Groups is 6 p.m. Aug. 28 at Magruder s Pub. The next Hunting and Angling Working Group meeting will take place 6 p.m. Aug. 16 at Alpine Lodge. NOTICES Legion Lake Lowering The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will lower the levels of Upper Legion Lake the work. The water will remain low until roughly mid-october. Upon the completion of the project, Upper and Lower Legion Lakes will be controlled by a new outfall structure coupled with a new emergency spillway, and Lower Legion Dike will have been rebuilt and upgraded. The overall project will allow the lakes to better withstand heavy storms. The Legion Lakes project is tentatively scheduled to be completed by spring For questions or need additional information call Jason Hinton, , ext Suicide Awareness Month will be holding various events throughout September as part of Suicide Awareness Month, themed #Bethere. At 7:30 a.m. Sept. 4, ACE Cards will be distributed at all access control points. Chat & Chew Brown Bag Lunch Discussions will held at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 5 and 12 various Chapels and locations across post. Post- wide Suicide Awareness SEND ALL SUBMISSIONS TO FJLeader@gmail.com Deadline for events to be included in the calendar or Happenings is one week before publication. Include the time, date and place the event will occur, as well as other necessary information. If you submit an article on an event that already has taken place, please send it as soon as possible. Tuesday is the last day we will we be able to accept an article for publication the following Thursday. Include the date and place of the event, as well as a description of what took place. Please include quotations, if possible. With any photo you submit, include IDs rank, unit, and Questions? Call Training will be held at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Sept at the Solomon Center. The Training in Bldg Sept Gate 4 Closure Gate 4 and Boyden Arbor Road are scheduled to close at 6 p.m. Aug. 30 to allow for security improvements to the entrance. Patrons gate is scheduled to reopen Sept. 4. For more information contact William M. Connolly, Directorate of Public Works at or via at william.m.connolly.civ@mail.mil, or Michael Hipp at Education Survey We recently invited you to complete a survey about your adult education opportunities offered at the Fort Jackson Education Center. If you haven t had a chance to complete the survey. We ve extended the deadline. Complete our brief survey by Aug. 31. Your feedback is very important and will determine the future direction of college programs and services offered on the installation. The survey can be viewed at FortJacksonEdCenter. For more information contact Veronica Fields-Cox at

3 A focus on readiness Photo by WALLACE McBRIDE Army Surgeon General makes house call to Fort Jackson Above, Lt. Gen. Nadja West, Army Surgeon General who is also U.S. Army Medical Command commanding general begins her tour of the Reception Medical Clinic during her Aug. 3 visit to Fort Jackson. Right, West speaks with an audience of staff members and Army Medicine employees to discuss priorities of Army Medicine during a town hall meeting at the Main Post Chapel. By WALLACE MCBRIDE Fort Jackson Leader Lt. Gen. Nadja West, Army Surgeon General and U.S. Army Medical Command commanding general, visited Fort Jackson s West told an audience of MEDDAC Soldiers and civilian employ ees to discuss priorities of Army Medicine. See FOCUS: Page 15 Photo by ELYSSA VONDRA

4 Photo by ELYSSA VONDRA Curtis Helton, energy plant manager (left) and Matt Gibbs, energy plant supervisor, pose in front of a water boiler in Central Energy Plant Number Three. Their work in energy management that earned them a Secretary of the Army Energy Management award helped them improve the efficiency of this plant. More broadly, it reduced energy intensity at Fort Jackson. Energy management saves millions, receives recognition By ELYSSA VONDRA Fort Jackson Leader Fort Jackson is being honored with a Secretary of the Army Energy Management award this year. Matt Gibbs, energy manager, and Curtis Helton, energy plant supervisor, were recently announced as Fort Jackson s winning teammates. The Secretary of the Army has rewarded them for supporting the Army s preparedness. Fort Jackson s project was guided by an Energy Savings Performance Contract. The plan included initiatives to intro- sensors/controls in nearly 200 buildings. The energy savings associated with these changes equates to $775,000 annually. All Army installations were eligible to send out applications even those stationed overseas. To win, the post embarked on a $35.2 million project. It was uniquely funded; the money used to pay for it comes from utility savings. Though the price tag may seem high, the results of the proj- year alone. Gibbs said the estimated time for total payback is about seven years. One of the biggest ticket items was a chilled water storage tank in Central Energy Plant Number Four. It allows cool water, chilled at night, to be stored for use during daytime hours. From 1-9 p.m., instantaneous electrical usage is more expensive; that s why this initiative helps save so much money, Gibbs explained. In total, the plan created a 17.8 percent reduction in energy Executive Order Executive Order was signed into effect by President Barack Obama in Its stated intent was to maintain Federal leadership in sustainability and greenhouse gas emission reductions. ognize installations, small groups and individuals making strides in sustainability. Energy and water conservation are just two of the many award categories. Also commended are advances in innovation and new technology; energy and water program effectiveness; individual exceptional performance; and on-site energy generation. Although Fort Jackson didn t enter to win the award for water management, there was still a quasi-cash prize for their efforts. $222,000. Helton and Gibbs agreed that sustainability efforts are important for a number of reasons. It s a stewardship thing, Gibbs said. It has become the norm to conserve on post, Helton went on. It s a culture that s created. Beyond that, it comes down to numbers. More money spent on utilities means less going toward other aspects of Army missions. Utilities are a must pay bill, as Gibbs put it. See ENERGY: Page 19

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6 Fort Jackson: HOUSING NOTES Updates from Housing Services NEWS Courtesy Photo The Fort Jackson Hawks, 11 to 12-year-old summer basketball district champions, pose with their trophies. From left: Nikia Ragsdale, Jeremiah Wesley, Chris Hobbs, Anthony Bynum, Dominik Stewart, Xzavion Whitsides, Jameel McCullough, Kanyon Conner and Coach Charles Taylor. Down one, Hawks fly into second By ELYSSA VONDRA Fort Jackson Leader One man down, a Fort Jackson youth basketball team narrowly lost this year s championship game. Even so, the Fort Jackson Hawks the 11 to 12-year-old summer basketball team on post advanced to county last Thursday. County is the league s highest level of competition. Only offs advance to this stage. After an undefeated season, the team of sixth grade students One of the team s key players was on a pre-planned vacation, Coach Charles Taylor said. The schedule could not be changed. The team had to forge ahead. The Hawks lost by just three points. A team from Blythewood one Fort Jackson hadn t previously played this season won. The Hawks success up until that point was something special, though. A Richland County Recreation Commission partner, the Fort Jackson team travels around the Midlands playing away-games during the summer. Despite a challenging season, the team was undefeated prior to reaching the county level. This is just the third time an impeccable record has been maintained in the team s six-year history, said Darius Lane, Fort Jackson s director of youth sports. Ever since the third game of the season, Taylor said he has had a good feeling about the Hawks chances. Having coachable kids was a big advantage to their success, Taylor added. He pointed out one player in particular. At the onset of the season, Chris Hobbs seemed really disin- By the end, he was one of the best players on the team. His defensive skills especially stood out. Hobbs was a great example Still, the season wasn t all smooth sailing. second-to-last game the Hawks played went into overtime. See BALL: Page 15 Mayors Needed: The Mayoral Council is looking for volunteers to serve as mayors for the Fort Jackson Housing Communities. Becoming a part of the council allows you to be a voice for the community. Your voice can bring ideas and suggestions to residents for improving the quality of life while residing on Fort Jackson. In addition to receiving credit for volunteer hours, you will get to meet new people and receive valuable training. Child care is provided at no cost while performing mayoral duties. Interested residents should contact Vickie Grier at usarmy.jackson.imcom-atlantic. mbx.fort- jackson-dpw- housing@mail.mil, or Juvenile Curfew & Supervision of Children and Resident Guide Review: The housing the Juvenile Curfew & Supervision of Children Policy and Resident Guide to ensure policies and guidelines are adhered to (i.e. wading pools, unattended children at the playgrounds, etc.) The resident guide can be viewed at You may pick up a copy of the Juvenile Curfew & Supervision of Children Poli- Ave. Voice Broadcast: We would like to remind has your most current phone number and address. Our One-Call system is used to deliver emergency weather updates, reported utility outages, scheduled maintenance that may interfere with your day-to-day plans, and weekly event updates. If you have opted out or changed your phone number and would like to receive them Don t forget to like us on Facebook at Fort Jackson Family Homes. Refer a Friend: Unlimited Refer-a-Friend Rewards. If you are a current resident with Balfour Beatty Communities and you invite a friend month s rent. Some restrictions apply. For more PCS Rewards: Save time and money by staying with Balfour Beatty Communities. Our residents are #1, and we want to reward our loyal customers. If you are a current resident relocating to a community where Balfour Beatty Communities manages the housing, choose to stay with us

7 By MEL SLATER U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School Readiness is the Army s number one priority, while spiritual readiness is the focus of Army chaplains and religious affairs specialists. They must have quality training to achieve a high level of mental, physical and spiritual readiness. To help achieve that readiness, USACHCS has launched a training portal to help chaplains and religious affairs specialists around the world through the availability of online training. The USACHCS Training Portal is a one-stop shop for rele- in one, easy to access place. The USACHCS Training Portal provides a means of ready access to training and other materials required for current and future chaplain school students, graduates, and chaplains and Chaplains and religious affairs specialists can access most material on their home computers or other mobile devices without having to use a Common Access Card. Material with cessed using a CAC. Class Carlos Pagan is an avid user of the training portal. The training portal is an outstanding resource. You can get to it from anywhere in the world. You can be in an austere environment or a garrison environment. Wherever you re at you can access to this, Pagan said. It s a great resource. Everyone in the Chaplain Corps should know that this training portal is The home screen of the USACHCS Training Portal. The portal provides ready access to training and other materials required for current and future chaplain school students, graduates, and chaplains and religious affairs specialists of all components in the field. Training may be accessed 24/7 at work, home or remote locations. However, some links require a Common Access Card to gain entry. School launches training portal for the Corps Army Chaplain Center and School photo USACHCS Operations NCO, Sgt. 1st Class Carlos Pagan demonstrates use of the training portal. The training portal supports exporting training material from all USACHCS courses to the field. out there. Some of the courses available on the portal include Advanced Individual Training, Advanced Leader Course, Senior lain Captains Career Course, Operational Religious Support Leader Course, and Initial Strategic Religious Support Leader Course. See PORTAL: Page 15 Fort Jackson Movie Schedule 3319 Jackson Blvd. Phone: FRIDAY Hotel Transylvania 3 (PG) 7 p.m. SATURDAY Studio Appreciation Advance Screening Free Admission (PG-13) SUNDAY Hotel Transylvania 3 (PG) 1 p.m. Skyscrapper (PG-13) 5 p.m. WEDNESDAY Hotel Transylvania 3 (PG) 2 p.m. Skyscrapper (PG-13) 5 p.m.... TICKETS Adult: $6 / Child (6 to 11): $4 3-D TICKETS Adult: $8 / Child (6 to 11): $6 Ticket sales open 30 minutes before each movie. Movie times and schedule are subject to change without notice.

8 EVOLUTION OF AN IDEA: Accelerating multi-domain operations Gen. Stephen Townsend is the commanding general of U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command. The world we operate in today is not defined by battles, but by persistent competition that cycles through varying rates in and out of armed conflict. By Gen. Stephen Townsend Commanding General, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Multi-Domain Battle has a clear origin. Stemming from the idea that disruptive technologies will change the character of warfare, it recognizes that the way armies the desire to replicate the success of AirLand Battle, a concept and then materializing capabilities across the DOTMLPF spectrum (Doctrine, Organization, Training, Material, Leadership Education, Personnel, and Facilities). Origin stories establish the foundation from which lasting ideas emerge. However, for ideas to have a lasting impact they must evolve. For Multi-Domain Battle there are two things driving the need to evolve the concept. First, ideas must evolve to ensure alignment with the strategic direction of the enterprise they serve. The 2018 National Defense Strategy lays out the missions, emerging operational environments, advances in technology, and anticipated enemy, threat, and adversary capabilities that the Department of Defense envisions for the joint force must evolve to compete, deter, and win in operationalize Multi-Domain Battle by building upon the foundation created by my predecessor and accelerat- ners across the joint force, driving development of the concept to an articulated idea and a vision of how the committed to building and improving the concept and But for that to happen, we need to confront some of the problems others have noted. Over the last eighteen months that Multi-Domain Battle has been out there for debate, there have been four consistent critiques. Some but how the iphone did it fundamentally changed not the domains of warfare (air, land, sea, space, and cy- rapidly and continuously integrate them in the future is new. Another critique is that this is an Army-only concept. However the Air Force and Marine Corps have been part of MDB from the start and recent reporting from numer- learn, and include our joint and multinational partners in the development of this idea. Recently the Navy and the Joint Staff have also joined the discussion. laid out a clear argument. To be successful, Multi-Domain Battle must translate into radical effects on the must also pull us from the comfort of our tactical-level trenches to develop capabilities that inform up to the strategic level of war. Putting battle into the name w by battles, but by persistent competition that cycles Winning in competition is not accomplished by win- tions and campaigning. Operations are more encompassing, bringing together varied tactical actions with a common purpose or unifying themes. They are the bridge between the tactical and the strategic. Doctrine Command, it became clear that the use of of the concept. There are three concrete reasons why Multi-Domain Battle evolved to Multi-Domain Operations. First, if the concept is to be truly joint and multi- of Multi-Domain Battle often covering similar, if not the same, ideas and capabilities. To this point, none of cessor, are wedded to the use of battle it was what See IDEA: Page 14

9 Training spotlight U.S. Army photos Trainees get wet as they crawl under obstacles at the Fit To Win course. The course requires trainees to crawl through tunnels filled with water. FORT JACKSON WORSHIP SCHEDULE CATHOLIC Sunday 7:30 a.m., Confessions, Solomon Center 8 a.m., IET Mass, Solomon Center 9:30 a.m., CCD, Education Center 9:30 a.m., Mass, Main Post Chapel 10:30 a.m., Reconciliation (after Mass or by appointment), Main Post Chapel Monday through Thursday, First Friday 11:30 a.m., Mass, Main Post Chapel CHURCH OF CHRIST Sunday 10:30 a.m., Worship Service, Magruder Chapel EASTERN ORTHODOX Sunday 9 a.m., Worship and Liturgy, Hospital Chapel JEWISH Sunday 9:15 a.m., Worship, Anderson Street Chapel 10:15 a.m., Fellowship, Anderson Street Chapel LATTER-DAY SAINTS Sunday 10:30 a.m., Worship Service, Anderson Street Chapel ISLAMIC Friday 12:45 p.m., Jumah Services, Main Post Chapel Sunday 8 a.m., Islamic Studies, Main Post Chapel PAGAN Sunday 11 a.m., Pagan Circle Sacred Well Congregation worship and study, Magruder Chapel HISPANIC PROTESTANT Sunday 9 a.m., Worship Service, Magruder Chapel PROTESTANT Sunday 8 a.m., Worship Service, Main Post Chapel 8:30 a.m., Anglican/Liturgical, Lightning Chapel 9 a.m., Service, McCrady Chapel (SCARNG) 9:15 a.m., Adult Bible Study, Main Post Chapel 9:30 a.m., Sunday School, Main Post Chapel 10 a.m., Gospel Worship Service, Daniel Circle Chapel 11 a.m., Service, Main Post Chapel 11 a.m., Chapel Next, Lightning Chapel 5 p.m., Aspire! Protestant Youth, Chaplain Family Life Center Monday 7 p.m., Protestant Women of the Chapel Woman s Bible Study, Lightning Chapel 7 p.m., Protestant Men of the Chapel, Bible Study, Chaplain Family Life Center Tuesday 9 a.m., Protestant Women of the Chapel, Main Post Chapel Wednesday Noon, Protestant Bible Study, SSI Library 7 p.m., Gospel Bible Study, Daniel Circle chapel Thursday 11:45 a.m., Fresh Encounter Bible Study, Chaplain Family Life Center ADDRESSES, PHONE NUMBERS Anderson Street Chapel, 2335 Anderson St., Lightning Chapel, 9476 Kemper St., /4542 Chaplain Family Life Center, Bldg. 5460, Daniel Circle Chapel, 3359 Daniel Circle, /4478 Education Center, 4581 Scales Ave., Fort Jackson Garrison Chaplain and Religious Support Office, 4356 Hardee St., /6318 McCrady Chapel, 3820 McCrady Road at McCrady Training Center, Magruder Chapel, 4360 Magruder Ave., Main Post Chapel, 4580 Scales Ave., /6681 Warrior Chapel (120th Adjutant General Battalion), 1895 Washington St., /7427

10 I became a soldier... 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment PVT. KIRESTEN PARNESS, 21 Barrow, Alaska I joined the Army to be a part of something bigger than me. I ve never had a steady home or family and joining the Army has given me a chance to protect those who have families. The bonds I ve created with some people are much stronger than I thought. My MOS is 15R Apache Helicopter Repairer. I and am currently studying to become a pilot. I look forward to meeting more amazing strong and accomplished people who have the same mindset and experiences. I can t wait to call more people Family. PFC. HANNAH SAULS, 18 Shawneetown, Illinois I joined the Army because I just felt it was what I was meant to do with my life. I wanted to serve my country. I wanted to better myself for my future. The most challenging part was being away from my Family. I was able to use them as my motivation and that s what got me through Basic Combat Training during my hardest times. I am a 25U Signal Support Specialist. I chose this MOS because communication is an important job and it s interesting to me. Overall, Basic Combat Training was a huge learning experience for me. I learned the Army Values and how to live by them. I also learned more about myself and the people around me. BCT was hard for a number of reasons, but it was well worth all of the hard work. I m excited for my future in the U.S. Army. PVT. ANDREW BOUNSONE, 18 Maricopa, Arizona American in my Family join the Army. I always wanted to serve because it s the best foundation I can build off of for my future. Basic Combat Training was not what I thought it would be. It looked a lot tougher to me, but the Army Values will always be there. A challenging part of Basic Combat Training was adapting. I found getting along and trying to work as a the mental barriers that tell you to stop. I learned that pain is temporary and my mind is a lot stronger than I thought. My MOS is 91D Tactical Power Generations Specialist. I want a job I can use in the future. PVT. JUSTIN DOLLAR, 18 Roswell, New Mexico My father told me I d get a head start in the real world if I join the Army. I always wanted to serve my country and my father, who joined at Army. Basic Combat Training was not as I thought it would be when I joined. It s actually a lot better than I thought. Not only do you meet great people, but you also become something greater than yourself. My MOS is 92A Automated Logistical Specialist. I chose this MOS because I will give me skills I can use moving forward in life. If you re thinking about joining and are not sure it s for you, talk to some people and join because there is something in the Army for everyone. This We ll Defend. My experience here has shaped and morphed me in different aspects both physically and mentally. I push myself a lot more and strive to see my battle buddies succeed and gain more knowledge as well. PVT. DANIEL HASIER, 21 Punta Gorda, Florida The discipline and team work needed to be a Sol- joining the Army. The Army is not what I thought it would be, I thought it would be less physically demanding; you need to prepare before coming here. The most challenging thing for me in Basic Combat Training was the rucking. The walking long distances part isn t bad, but the constant weight on your back is no walk in the park. I m a 91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. I chose this MOS because my dad was a mechanic in the Air Force. I came from playing college baseball in Florida where the weather is hot, humid and rainy. Coming to South Carolina heat is no joke! It feels good. When people see me now, they will not recognize me as the baseball player. I m now the Soldier. PFC. ERIC EMBERS, 19 Hutchinson, Kansas The separation from my Family and friends was probably the toughest part of Basic Combat Training. I was not prepared for the radical lifestyle change that it brought. My MOS is 15T UH60 Helicopter Repairer. I chose to work on helicopters so that I m proud to be a part of this Army and I look forward to serving this great nation that has been so good to me. My experience here was rewarding and I learned forward to being in my unit and learning how to be a better Soldier.

11 Respite care offered for exceptional Family members By BRANDI PALMER Army Community Service Exceptional Family Member Program What exactly is respite care and who can NEWS - - Editor s Note: Part of the information in this article was retrieved from the Military OneSource website.

12 A Fort Jackson police officer fingerprints a child at the National Night Out Aug. 7. Photo by RON LESTER DOGS, DRONES AND FAMILIES FACE THE RAIN FOR A NIGHT OUT By ELYSSA VONDRA Fort Jackson Leader From dogs to drones, this year s National Night Out had it all. Despite rain, the show went on Aug 7. For the past 35 years, Fort Jackson has hosted the annual event. Even a thunderstorm earlier in the afternoon couldn t prevent the tradition s continuation. The event acts as a means of fostering a positive relationship between the community and law enforcement. It brings the community, said School Resource the community. That s all it s about, these little ones you see out here. It gives kids, who could be police cops are like, he added. It allows children to see another side of police Services. The event portrays them in a different light. It shows kids on post that members of law enforcement are just people and neighbors too. They re not to be feared. Fort Jackson isn t alone in the endeavor to bring law enforcement and the community together. Towns and cities across the nation participate. Still, the National Night Out at Fort Jackson is unique. Police already have a great relationship with the community here, Summers said. That makes the process easier. With each passing year, the Fort Jackson event has grown. The 2018 rendition was expected to be the biggest yet. Family members young and old came out to partake in the activities. This year s event was complete with a military working dog demonstration, a drunk goggle and identity kit activity, and a drone demonstration. Kids hopped on four-wheeled bicycles with drunk glasses and tried to maneuver their way through cones. Others found walking in a straight line to be a challenge. Everything s in a different area, said Traelyn Allen, one of the kids who tried the simulation and struggled to keep upright. Now I know not to drink after this. Overhead, one of Fort Jackson s drones hovered. drone. Its ability to take videos and still shots is used when cers don t have to be sent to the sites in question a potentially dangerous task. It s also a valuable resource when there are accidents, suspicious vehicles and down soldiers, he add- graduation ceremonies both to monitor for potential crime and to take photos. You can get a lot of information from a drone Trained canine forces also showed off their skills during the National Night Out. Nero, a new dog to the team, demonstrated basic command-following and jumped over some hurdles. We get asked if we ever get bit, his handler said. It happens all the time. Dory, a more seasoned veteran military working dog who served a 19-month stint in Afghanistan re- She found a substance used in explosives hidden in one paint can set in a line of cans. Even adding up all the fun from the night, the event is more than the sum of its parts. The National Night Out has a positive impact because it highlights Fort Jackson as the safer and caring neighborhood that it is, Summers said. Summers s department, Child & Youth Services, is one of many that made the event possible. The Morale Welfare and Recreation Department; the Police Division; and the Army Community Service all played roles in putting on the show. Photo by RON LESTER A trainer works with one of Fort Jackson s military working dogs during the National Night Out K-9 demonstration. He shows off some of the dog s tricks. Photo by ELYSSA VONDRA A Soldier and his daughter peruse the activities at the Balfour Beatty Community site of the National Night Out. The military working dog demonstration was held there. Photo by RON LESTER Children look on at a demonstration done with Fort Jackson s emergency rescue vehicles.

13 Idea Continued from Page 8 What they are committed to are the ideas of converging capabilities across the joint force with continuous integration across multiple domains. Second, we cannot do this alone. The armed services can win battles and campaigns, but winning wars takes the whole of government. It helps the entire effort if our interagency partners are comfortable concepts and doctrine. As highlighted to me by a former ambassador at a recent forum, talking in terms of operations instead of battles brings together those who want to get things done whether they are civilians or the military. And third, it is never just about the no one better than the combined weight of the U.S. military and our allies and partners. However, the operating environment is evolving and nation-state level competition has re-emerged, as evidenced by recent actions by both Russia and China. Our National Defense Strategy highlights the importance of winning the competi- However, our use of Multi-Domain Battle seemed to indicate our concept was are battles within competition, winning them is pointless if they are in isolation to the larger context of deliberate operations supporting national strategy. Multi-Domain Battle served its purpose it sparked thinking and debate and it created a foundation. But what we need now is Multi-Domain Operations, and the next revision of the concept to be released Language is important. It conveys meaning. This change is not cosmetic it is about growing an idea to its greatest potential in order to change the way we our adversaries of tomorrow. To do this we need clarity and alignment across the joint force, whole-of-government inclusion, and perspective that reinforces our need to compete effectively outside peri- does not do this by itself, but it communicates a clear vision of what we need to accomplish and where we are headed. Antiterrorism Awareness Month Response to an Active Shooter Know your surroundings Have escape route and plan in mind Run immediately; leave your belongings Evacuate regardless if others agree Help others escape if possible Do not attempt to move injured people Prevent others from entering area Keep your hands visible Call 911 when you are safe Hide outside of the Shooter s view Lock the door Turn off lights if practical Block the entry to your hiding place Silence cell phone; turn off vibrate Remain quiet Take cover behind furniture Hide away from doors or windows Fight as a last resort Only when in imminent danger Use expedient weapons to fight Attempt to incapacitate the assailant Commit to your actions Neutralize Shooter Separate Shooter from weapon

14 Saluting this BCT cycle s honorees DRILL SERGEANTS OF THE CYCLE KAWAKAMI Staff Sgt. Johnny Kawakami Alpha Company 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment SOLDIER LEADER OF THE CYCLE Pfc. Eric Embers SOLDIER OF THE CYCLE Pfc. Hannah Sauls HIGH BRM Pvt. Markell Barnes HIGH APFT Pvt. Carlos Marinoyola Staff Sgt. Eduardo Rivas Charlie Company 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment TODD Staff Sgt. Deandre Todd Bravo Company 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment SOLDIER LEADER OF THE CYCLE Pfc. Anastasia Ray SOLDIER OF THE CYCLE Pvt. Kayla James HIGH BRM Pvt. Tyler Winscot HIGH APFT Pvt. Gabriela Maric Staff Sgt. Tara Haywood Delta Company 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment Portal Continued from Page 4 The USACHCS Training Portal was built as the result of a challenge from former USACHCS Command Sgt. Maj. Boris Bolanos. Bolanos wanted to know how the USACHCS Religious Support Ball Continued from Page 6 Fort Jackson soared to win by just two points. The kids were excited when they won district championships, Taylor said. In overcoming a number of challenges, the students helped Taylor achieve a new feat. has led a basketball team to the county level with a continuous winning streak in NEWS Simulation Center could export training products, which had been built, to the Needless to say, we accepted the challenge and started our research. We found that LandWarnet euniversity out of Fort Gordon, Georgia would build us a training portal at no charge. We gladly accepted their offer, said Mike Johnson, chief of the Religious Support Simulation Center. his four years of coaching. This is particularly noteworthy because the other teams have continuity, Lane explained. Every season, Fort Jackson has to recruit new players. The team will have new members during the winter and summer seasons. Every season, there s a buildup of talent that takes practice. Cohesion takes time, and Fort Jackson teams don t have a lot of it. When they defeat competitors from the surrounding region that can grow together year after year, that s something worthy of mention. SOLDIER LEADER OF THE CYCLE Pfc. Olivia Draeger SOLDIER OF THE CYCLE Pfc. Charles Sims HIGH BRM Pvt. Matthew Chiera HIGH APFT Pvt. Logan Moore SOLDIER LEADER OF THE CYCLE Pvt. Allison Hubner SOLDIER OF THE CYCLE Pfc. Davontay Brown HIGH BRM Pvt. Raven Horn HIGH APFT Pvt. Trevor Barbeau RIVAS HAYWOOD DIXON Staff Sgt. Teneka Dixon Echo Company 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment SOLDIER LEADER OF THE CYCLE Pvt. Max Moore SOLDIER OF THE CYCLE Pvt. Macy Devin HIGH BRM Pfc. Phillip Lee HIGH APFT Pvt. Timothy Bunker This We'll DEFEND

15 Battalion, study aims to reduce injuries By STAFF SGT. RONALD CONLEY 3rd Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment Fort Jackson is leading the way by providing volunteers for a U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine study on musculoskeletal injury during Basic Combat Training. More than 800 trainees have volunteered to participate in the multi-disciplinary ARIEM Reduction in Musculoskeletal Injury, or ARMI, study. The ARMI study incorporates bone and body composition scans, urine and blood samples, physical testing, and detailed background surveys to identify Trainees at the highest risk for musculoskeletal injuries. Common musculoskeletal injuries during BCT are stress fractures, which develop in the bones of those who have recently increased their level of physical activity. One of the principle investigators of the ARMI study, Julie Hughes, Ph.D., stated that up to 5 percent of men and 20 percent of women attending Basic Combat Training may sustain a stress fracture during training, with the most common fractures occurring in the shin bone, in the bones of the foot, and at the hip. See STUDY: Page 19 Courtesy photo A trainee from 3rd Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment goes through a bone density scan as part of a study with the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine aimed at reducing musculoskeletal injuries.

16 Army Chaplain Center and School Photo University of South Carolina communications students, (left) Joseph Paulson, Aya Nance and Quincy Oxendine interview Spc. Monahan, a U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School AIT student, as part of their partnership with USACHCS during their summer semester 2018 Strategic Communications Campaigns Course. Chaplain School partners with USC on communications campaign By MEL SLATER U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School Chap. (Col.) Jeffrey Hawkins, U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School commandant, received a communications cam- students Aug. 3. Aya Nance, Joseph Paulson and Quincy Oxendine were team members from the university s Strategic Communications Campaigns Course assigned to plan, implement and evaluate a strategic communications plan for USACHCS. tion of three months of involvement with USACHCS. The team members said visiting USACHCS was an eye opening experience. Only Oxendine had previous military experience. The USC team began its work with USACHCS June 28 with a tour of the campus, Army Chaplain Corps Museum commandant. The students would later return to the campus to capture photo and video images of training and campus activities, and conduct interviews with cadre and students. They also conducted a survey to gain insight into the communication use habits of organization personnel. One team-building moment was having lunch with the team in a restaurant across from the USC School of Communication. USACHCS was in the midst of planning the Centennial Celebration of the Army Chaplain School when the students began helping. was a short two-minute video on USACHCS s Centennial Celebration. The video is posted to YouTube at The second product was a centennial celebration bookmark for the USACHCS Librarian, Kathy Thomas. Thomas enjoyed working with the students. They were fun to work with and were very interested in doing a good job, Thomas said. The team was very helpful in making the celebration a success, and Oxendine even attended the Centennial Cele- It was pretty much packed we had a really good time, said Oxendine. After the presentation, Hawkins introduced the students to a slice of Army tradition when he presented the team members with command coins for their hard work and dedication. He also presented the course instructor, Kelly Davis with a coin for her leadership and partnership with USACHCS. Working with USC and the students was a very worthwhile partnership, Hawkins said. This was a superb opportunity to build on Fort Jackson s excellent relationship with the community it loves, and a great chance for these USC graduate students to get to know their nation s Army, he said. According to the Strategic Communications Campaigns Course syllabus, The focus of this advanced course is the development of an integrated communications campaign for your client. You will function in working teams, and each team will produce a comprehensive campaign. The graduate student course had other members who were divided into 3-4 person teams and assigned to work with organizations in the local area. In addition to USACHCS, other organizations included Serve and Connect, Koger Center and AARP. The USC course is held each summer.

17 Chaplain School partners with USC on communications campaign By MEL SLATER U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School Chap. (Col.) Jeffrey Hawkins, U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School commandant, received a communications cam- students Aug. 3. Aya Nance, Joseph Paulson and Quincy Oxendine were team members from the university s Strategic Communications Campaigns Course assigned to plan, implement and evaluate a strategic communications plan for USACHCS. tion of three months of involvement with USACHCS. The team members said visiting USACHCS was an eye opening experience. Only Oxendine had previous military experience. The USC team began its work with USACHCS June 28 with a tour of the campus, Army Chaplain Corps Museum commandant. The students would later return to the campus to capture photo and video images of training and campus activities, and conduct interviews with cadre and students. They also conducted a survey to gain insight into the communication use habits of organization personnel. One team-building moment was having lunch with the team in a restaurant across from the USC School of Communication. USACHCS was in the midst of planning the Centennial Celebration of the Army Chaplain School when the students began helping. was a short two-minute video on USACHCS s Centennial Celebration. The video is posted to YouTube at The second product was a centennial celebration bookmark for the USACHCS Librarian, Kathy Thomas. Thomas enjoyed working with the students. They were fun to work with and were very interested in doing a good job, Thomas said. The team was very helpful in making the celebration a success, and Oxendine even attended the Centennial Cele- It was pretty much packed we had a really good time, said Oxendine. NEWS After the presentation, Hawkins introduced the students to a slice of Army tradition when he presented the team members with command coins for their hard work and dedication. He also presented the course instructor, Kelly Davis with a coin for her leadership and partnership with USACHCS. Working with USC and the students was a very worthwhile partnership, Hawkins said. This was a superb opportunity to build on Fort Jackson s excellent relationship with the community it loves, and a great chance for these USC graduate students to get to know their nation s Army, he said. According to the Strategic Communications Campaigns Course syllabus, The focus of this advanced course is the development of an integrated communications campaign for your client. You will function in working teams, and each team will produce a comprehensive campaign. The graduate student course had other members who were divided into 3-4 person teams and assigned to work with organizations in the local area. In addition to USACHCS, other organizations included Serve and Connect, Koger Center and AARP. The USC course is held each summer.

18 Post emergency official: Be prepared for severe September weather By Leader Staff Reports Fort Jackson s emergency manager is calling for the community to be prepared for severe weather. For the last three years, the month of September has brought severe weather to Fort Jackson. It s time to check our preparedness and ensure that we re ready for any weather related event, said Ramon Domenech, Fort Jackson emergency manager. This is a list of items you should have in preparation for a hurricane, but remember, take what you need, not what you want. Redundancy is paramount in preparedness. Multi-use items should have preference over single-use ones, he added. Also keep in mind that knowing how to use your equipment is key to preparedness: The equipment that you carry but don t know how to use is dead weight. Consider your Family s special needs when creating a survival kit and follow the Boy Scout motto: Be prepared, he said. Being prepared means being equipped with the proper supplies you may need in the event of an emergency or disaster. Keep your supplies in an easy-to-carry emergency preparedness kit that you can use at home or take with you in case you must evacuate. At a minimum, you should have the basic supplies listed below: 1. Water: one gallon per person, per day (three-day supply for evacuation, two-week supply for home) 2. Food: non-perishable, easy-to-prepare items (three-day supply for evacuation, two-week supply for home) 3. Flashlight 4. Battery-powered or hand-crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio, if possible) See WEATHER: Page 23 Pvt. Nicholas Rivera, a Soldierin-training with the 165th Infantry Brigade at Fort Jackson carries cots into the American Red Cross Hurricane Shelter in 2016 at Dent Middle School in Columbia. Leader file photo

19 Out of Darkness walk set for Oct. 21 From staff reports Team Victory, the Out of Darkness walking team, is now open and ready for you, your friends and Family to sign up to join us in supporting the American Park in Columbia. This will be the fourth year Team Victory is participating and representing the Fort Jackson community. Aljournal Ajaye Franklin, Fort Jackson suicide circle of friends, and maybe your Battles, sign up to participate in this mile walk as part of our team. Participants are free to wear their unit, club, organization, or any other T-shirts (in good taste). The walk is not timed and some folks only walk a portion of the challenged others to beat times or group size. ence at the walk that will adequately represent the community, because suicide has no knowledge of age, gender or ethnic barriers. This year Franklin said he as part of the team and fully represent Fort Jackson. To register or just to check out the team page go to: Energy Continued from Page 7 Gibbs ran the day-to-day operations of the project s ESPC. He was in charge of all the headache of monitoring and taking part in the implementation, Helton explained. He acted as the Although Helton worked separately from Gibbs, their projects plants. Helton and Gibbs weren t the only ones making efforts. For the award application, the groups of competitors could only NEWS Although Gibbs and Helton were create this caliber of change, Gibbs said. Employees working in the - the master plan must all be credited. Helton said his crew was also came to him with ideas on how to energy plants. I help them get it implemented them, Helton said. ther. ting off the lights and closing the doors makes a big impact.

20 Study Continued from Page 16 According to Stephen Foulis, Ph.D., another principle investigator in the ARMI study, the overarching goal of the study is to understand what factors contribute to musculoskeletal injuries during Basic Combat Training. Hughes added, We aren t just trying to identify which trainees get injured; we also want to know which trainees have a healthy physiological response to training. The study, which will follow over 4,000 trainees over a span of four years, started last year here at Fort Jackson and is scheduled to continue in future years at Fort Benning, Georgia, Fort Sill, Oklahoma and Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. ARIEM researchers recog- was necessary to achieve study goals. We needed a comprehensive effort following a large number of trainees if stand which factors most contribute to musculoskeletal injuries, Foulis said. Third Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment partnered with the ARIEM research team to accomplish the research mission. We fully support this vital study with ARIEM be- I felt volunteering was a great way to help ensure the strength of the Army by reducing injuries. Pvt. Dean Hannah Courtesy photo Trainees from 3rd Battalion, 39th Infantry Regiment participate in a battery of tests to determine how a Soldier s body reacts to the stress of Basic Combat Training during a study aimed at reducing training injuries. injuries are in our trainees. We are trying to identify ways we can intervene to reduce injury risk so that they can successfully complete training. This study is an important step on this path, said Capt Nicole A. Ono, Alpha Company commander. During this current study cycle, 300 trainees chose to participate in the study. I felt volunteering was a great way to help ensure the strength of the Army by reducing injuries, said Pvt. Dean Hannah of Alpha Company. At roughly 4:30 a.m., early in the basic training cycle, trainees move into a classroom to begin the initial BCT surveys and testing. During the morning testing, blood is drawn and a urine sample is taken. We can get a lot of information from just a couple of tablespoons of blood, including measures of bone metabolism and nutritional status, Foulis said. After the blood and urine is collected, a high-resolution bone scan is performed to measure bone formation from the start to the end of BCT. Like muscles, bones also get stronger with physical ex- changes in the bone microstructure due to the physical activity that occurs during BCT, Hughes said. Trainees also complete a body composition scan to determine how much muscle and bone mass they have and perform Finally, the trainees complete a series of surveys that capture detailed information about their health history, including sleep, psychological traits, prior injuries, activity and eating habits. All of the tests are then repeated at the end of BCT to compare differences. Trainees that take part in the study are then tracked through medical records for two years after BCT to see who gets injured and which factors most contributed to injury. Foulis said, The ultimate goal of this study is to determine we can develop more effective countermeasures to reduce this risk. With the help of the volunteers and Fort Jackson BCT cadre, we re well on our way toward achieving this goal. The ARIEM Reduction in Musculoskeletal Injury Study and performance through medical research. The efforts of the ARIEM team, 3-39 IN BN, and study volunteers will facilitate continued actions to reduce injuries in Trainees without reducing training standards. The unit and researchers anticipate these efforts will lower attrition rates and build a stronger Army.

21 Focus Continued from Page 3 Photo by WALLACE McBRIDE Lt. Gen. Nadja West, Army Surgeon General and U.S. Army Medical Command commanding general, right, fields a question during a town hall meeting at the Main Post Chapel to discuss the future of Army Medicine. fense Health Agency, revisions to the Army Physical Fitness Test and pay disparities among certain medical careers. West s focus for her visit to Fort Jackson was to remind MEDDAC Soldiers and professionals about the roles they play in Army readiness. Brian Sims, group practice manager of Fort Jackson s Reception Medical Clinic, said he welcomed West s visit as a chance for staff to show off their range of skills, which are It s an opportunity to show exactly what the Fort Jackson mission is like for the medical clinic, Sims said. We handle the Army and process about 48,000 per year. These men and women are put through a battery of medical tests for three days It s a focus on readiness, he said. That s exactly what this clinic supports is Army readiness. West said she was delighted by what she saw during her tour of the post s medical services. I saw a group of young trainees waiting to get their shots, and how the staff was interacting with them, she said. They weren t treating them like numbers... it was heart warming to see that they were treating them like individuals. she told the town hall audience. You treat them well, treat them with dignity and respect, and they re going to remember that throughout their entire careers. Col. Chad Koenig, Moncrief Army Health Clinic commander, said West was responsible for giving him his second command and is one of the people who has helped make his career a success. Health care delivery is fundamental, Koenig said. The reason why we are here on Fort Jackson to support readiness. That s our primary mission. West s focus is in support of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Milley s message about making readiness the Army s number one priority. West said Fort Jackson s medical activity plays a key role in achieving that goal. Whether they knew it or not, Fort Jackson s medical activity plays a direct role in America s national security strategy. At the highest levels at the Pentagon we re talking about what Army medicine does, the quality of care that s being given and the volume of people that you see here every day, she told the audience. You re responsible for making sure that our Army has the right number of Soldiers needed to do our nation s bidding. Weather Continued from Page Extra batteries 6. First aid kit (build your own, you ll pay less for better quality items) 7. Medications (seven-day supply) and medical items 8. Multi-purpose tool 9. Sanitation and personal hygiene items 10. Copies of personal documents (medication list and pertinent medical information, proof of address, deed/lease to 11. Cell phone with chargers 12. Family and emergency contact information 13. Extra cash 14. Emergency blanket 15. Map(s) of the area you plan to travel through Consider the needs of all Family members and add supplies to your kit: 1. Medical supplies (hearing aids with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, etc.) 2. Baby supplies (bottles, formula, baby food, diapers) 3. Games and activities for children 4. Pet supplies (collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl) 5. Two-way radios 6. Extra set of car keys and house keys 7. Manual can opener Additional supplies to keep at home or in your survival kit based on the types of disasters common to your area: 1. Whistle or other signaling devices such as mirrors or air horns 2. N95 or surgical masks 3. Matches 4. Rain gear 5. Towels 6. Work gloves 7. Tools/supplies for securing your home 8. Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes 9. Plastic sheeting 10. Duct tape 11. Scissors 12. Household liquid bleach 13. Entertainment items 14. Blankets or sleeping bags 15. Binoculars Get a good bag. An Army issue one is perfect unless you area. Be prepared for extended periods of time without electrical power or potable water. Rotate the food in your bag; keep in mind that weather and temperature affect it. Keep in mind the needs of your pets. Contact Ramon Ray Domenech, the Fort Jackson Instal or via at ramon.domenech.civ@mail.mil.