VFA 2 Ombudsman

03/05/2014

As yesterday, March 3, 2014 ended my tenure as one of the VFA-2 Ombudsman, I wanted to take a moment to say Thank You! During my time as Ombudsman, I was blessed to have not only the most supportive Triad, but also the most incredible Command Support Team! I was successful as an Ombudsman because of these six key individuals. Skipper, XO, CMC, Julie, Dana and Christie, you guys are amazing, and I was so blessed to have you backing me! Another deserving Thank you is to you, my fellow Bullet Families! Thank you for not only accepting me, but also for trusting in me as your Ombudsman. As Kacie takes over as the sole Ombudsman, I have full faith that you will accept and trust her in the same regard! You guys rock!

~Tammy Green

02/24/2014

A few scholarships with approaching deadlines.

The Wings Over America Scholarship Deadline is March 1st.
Scholarships are available to children and spouses of U.S. Navy personnel. For more details and the application, visit http://wingsoveramerica.us/

Commissary Scholarship for Military Children Application Deadline is only a few days away!
Submit your application to the commissary no later than February 28, 2014.
High School Seniors and Current
Application is available at:
http://www.militaryscholar.org/

Mauricio Inocencio Díaz Memorial Scholarship Fund
High School Seniors of Latino Decent attending Fresno State
http://www.education-leadership.org/mauricio-i-diaz-memorial-scholarship.html

AO Association Scholarships
Deadline June 30, 2014
REGULAR MEMBER or ASSOCIATE MEMBER, in good standing, of the ASSOCIATION of AVIATION ORDNANCEMEN or a dependent immediate family of such member
http://www.aaoweb.org/AAO/Scholar/

Chief Petty Officers Scholarship
Deadline April 1, 2014
Eligible applicants include immediate family member of either an active duty, retired, or reserve Chief Petty Officer (children may be natural, adopted or step-children)
http://www.cposf.org/

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02/24/2014

The following is the NAS Lemoore Update for 21 February:

1) For those who live in Lincoln Housing, remember, we are in our first month of mock billing. You will be receiving a mock bill next month for February's usage. We are seeing a lot of folks who live in base housing complaining about the new utility billing. They are voicing their frustration with Lincoln. This program, which is designed to reduce energy use in housing, IS NOT a Lincoln program. This is a Department of Defense wide program spanning all military branches. In fact, Navy was the last service to go to this program. Please explain to your families that Lincoln has no control or say in this program.

2) From the Public Affairs Officer:
Exercise SOLID CURTAIN-CITADEL SHIELD 2014 will be conducted at NAS Lemoore and on every Naval installation throughout the continental United States from February 24-28.

This annual exercise is designed to enhance the training and readiness of Naval Security Forces. Exercise SOLID CURTAIN-CITADEL SHIELD 2014 is not in response to any specific threat but is a regularly scheduled exercise.

Measures have been taken to minimize disruptions to normal base operations, but there may be times when the exercise causes increased traffic or delays with regards to base access. Area residents may also see increased security activity associated with the exercise.

For more information about Exercise SOLID CURTAIN-CITADEL SHIELD 2014, contact the installation public affairs officer, Melinda Larson, [email protected] or (559)998-3393.

From me: EXPECT longer lines at the gate when the force protection levels are raised, especially February 26-28. As far as I know, we will not be going to a Force Protection level that will dramatically impact base personnel or tenants; however, barriers may be put in place and additional Random Anti-Terrorism Measures will cause vehicle searches leading to some delays. Please be patient and plan ahead for travel time required. Also, we will have training evolutions which involve security using blank rounds. Signs indicating exercise in progress will be posted in those areas.

3) Pets in base housing:
Lincoln is finding dogs in base housing who are destroying base houses and causing large repair bills to the tenants. The damage is anywhere from f***s all over the floors, to walls and backyards severely damaged. In addition, Lincoln has discovered numerous houses this week with unregistered pets, barred breeds, and blatant disregard for pet policy as briefed when they accepted base housing. PLEASE tell your families to abide by the rules of base housing regarding pets. Those violating these policies will be given a short time to comply or lose their base housing privileges.

Any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask!

All my best,
CAPT Monty Ashliman
Commanding Officer, NAS Lemoore

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02/12/2014

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02/12/2014

NAVY MEDICINE CONUS HOSPITAL STUDY

In 2012 the Navy’s Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) conducted an analysis of nine inpatient facilities, including Naval Hospital Lemoore (NHL). As a result of the 2012 study, BUMED has directed that Naval Hospital Lemoore be transitioned to a Naval Health Clinic.

Therefore, over the next five months Naval Hospital Lemoore (NHL) will be undergoing this transition, which will be completed on 1 July 2014. Many of the changes will be internally managed and invisible to our patients. However, there are two notable exceptions. The first is Labor and Delivery services, which will continue to operate on base through 30 June 2014. No changes will occur until 1 July 2014 when all deliveries will be shifted to Adventist Medical Center (AMC) – Hanford. All patients with due-dates of July or later are being educated on what to do and where to go when they begin experiencing labor pains. The only women’s health service moving to AMC – Hanford is the actual delivery. Prenatal and postnatal visits will continue to take place here on base.

The second service that will be most visibly impacted is the phased discontinuation of urgent care services. The Immediate Care Clinic (ICC), which currently operates 24 hours a day 365 days a year, will close on 1 July 2014. That change means patients will have to receive all but emergency care from their Medical Homeport Team. Patients who elected TRICARE Standard or TRICARE Prime patients enrolled to civilian network providers will no longer be eligible for care on base, other than care referred to NHL specialists. NHL currently has plenty of openings for new patients who may want to consider transferring their enrollment to one of NHL’s Medical Homeport Teams.

The ICC will begin reducing hours in March. The initial reduction will begin by closing during the least busy times of the week and proceed to eventually encompass the busier hours. The goal is to impact the least number of patients while gradually getting them accustomed to accessing their care via their Medical Homeport Team. Beginning 1 March, weekend hours will be reduced so the ICC opens at 0700 and closes at 1900. The ICC will continue to be open 24 hours, Monday through Friday. Beginning 1 April, the ICC will further reduce weekend hours. Specifically, the ICC will open at 0900 and close at 1700. Additionally in April, weekday ICC hours will be 0700 to 2200. Beginning 1 May, weekend hours will become 0900 to 1300 and weekday hours will be 1600 to 2200. Beginning 1 June the ICC will only be open on the weekends and holidays from 0900 to 1300. All weekday care will be provided via our primary care Medical Homeport Teams. Beginning 1 July 2014 the ICC will close completely. However, NHL’s Medical Homeports will have weekend and holiday hours from 0900 to 1300. On weekends and holidays, NHL Medical Homeport patients will be able to call ahead for an appointment or walk-in. If circumstances dictate, these dates and hours may be adjusted.

Naval Hospital Lemoore point of contact is: Mr. Constancio C. Alvarez
Customer Relations Officer (CRO) and Public Affairs Officer (PAO), Naval Hospital, NAS Lemoore
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 559-998-4458

02/10/2014

Lemoore High School Seniors - West Hills College Eagle Dayz
West Hills College Eagle Dayz gives high school seniors the opportunity to receive priority registration for their entire freshman year at West Hills. To participate in Eagle Dayz (In April), seniors must have applied to West Hills, taken their placement test and applied for FAFSA!

Application
The West Hills College application is FREE and available online at westhillscollege.com

Financial Aid Application (FAFSA)
A FAFSA Cash for College Workshop is available in the Lemoore High School Library on Wednesday Feb. 12 at 6:00 PM

West Hills Placement Test for Lemoore High Students
Lemoore High Large Gym on Friday, March 21st, beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Sign up in the LHS Career Center to take this test.

*Note - Seniors who hope to attend other institutions can participate in Eagle Dayz as a backup plan. There is no commitment to attend West Hills; however, students who register for classes during Eagle Dayz need to officially DROP West Hills classes if they decide to attend a different college in the fall to prevent being charged for West Hills classes and receiving F grades.

The first issue of West Hills Magazine is now online. Featured stories include an inside look at the new solar farm and growth at Farm of the Future, a profile on WHCC men’s basketball coach Mark Arce and success stories of students who are making a difference in their areas of study. Follow the lin...

02/10/2014

NAS Lemoore Homeschoolers Meeting
Wed. Feb 12 3:00 - 4:30 PM Fellowship Hall - All homeschooling families welcome

02/10/2014

Foggy Day Schedules
For those new to Lemoore, schools call Foggy Day schedules in cases of thick fog and adjust bussing times. Some (but not all) schools also delay the start of school.

NOTE* Akers and Neutra DO NOT have Foggy Day Schedules

Foggy Day school schedules and Foggy Day Transportation schedules can be found on schools' Web sites and in Parent Handbooks

FOGGY DAY TRANSPORTATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
KVPT - Channel 18
KSEE - Channel 24
KFSM - Channel 30

Lemoore Area Schools Transportation
(Including Lemoore Union High School District and Lemoore Elementary School District)
Foggy Day Hotline 559-924-6640 x1

Hanford Joint Union High School District
Foggy Day Hotline: 559-583-5909

Pioneer Union Elementary School District
Foggy Day Hotline: 559-585-2450

Hanford Elementary School District
Foggy Day Hotline: 559- 585-3652
(559) 585-3652

If your child school/transportation department is not listed, please check school's web site for foggy day information.