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Community UpdatesNOTE: Due to recent COVID-19 preventative guidance some events may be canceledor postponed. For updated information onDirectorate of Family and Morale, Welfareand Recreation events visit https://jackson.armymwr.com/Reporting AbuseEvery Soldier and member of the militarycommunity should report information aboutknown and suspected cases of spouseabuse to include intimate partner violenceand child abuse to the Fort Jackson Reporting Point of Contact (military police). The 24hour report line is 751- 3113. If you wouldlike to schedule a “Healthy Relationship”training or talk to a Domestic Abuse VictimAdvocate, call the 24-hour response line at(803) 429-4870.ANNOUNCEMENTSHousing SurveyThe Department of Defense Tenant Satisfaction Housing Survey(OMB Control Number0704-0553 OMB ExpiCOMMUNITY EVENTSration Date March 31,TODAY2022) was releasedFort Jackson National Prayer BreakfastJan. 11 by the Army7:30 a.m. NCO Club. Chaplain (Col.) Joeyand will be availableto receive tenants’ input for 45 consecutive T. Byrd, command chaplain for U.S. Cendays. For more information, call the Garrison tral Command at MacDill Air Force Base, in Tampa, Fla., will be the guest speaker at thecode to go directly to the ArmyHousingSur- Fort Jackson event. For more information,vey@celassociates.com to request a survey. call 751-3121.FRIDAYMobile COVID testing siteMoncrief Army Health Clinic is providing CO- First Friday TournamentVID testing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 12:30 p.m. Fort Jackson Golf Club. The capin the parking lot at the corner of Hood and tain’s choice event will begin with a shotgunStuart streets. Testing will be provided Mon- start at 12:30 p.m. You may enter your ownday through Friday, using the BINAXNOW team but the team must have a total teamCOVID-19 Ag Card, and is subject to change handicap of at least 40, with no single handidue to demand. The COVID test will only be cap counting for more than 20 of the team’s # ' #" ## * " " &symptoms. This test is not designed to de- total handicap. Individuals are also encourtect COVID-19 in individuals without symp- aged to sign up.toms and should only be used in the caseof active symptoms that are suspected to be MONDAYCommunity Blood Drivesecondary to COVID-19.11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Moncrief Army HealthClinic. The Red Cross will conduct a comBiggest Loser Challenge –munity blood drive at 4500 Hill Street in theSelf paced and on goingThe Biggest Loser self paced challenge be- / * & # & gan Jan. 3 and ends April 4. Participants blood can save up to three lives so everyonechoose fromthree categories: (1) Fit- is encouraged to come out and support thisness, (2) Weight loss, or (3) Total Lifestyle outstanding event. In order to ensure properChange. Staff will help and support each ! # " ! " " participant’s goals with 90-days of wellness waiting time, it is vital that we schedule ascoaching, healthier eating support coach- many appointments as possible in advance. ! " " # " To schedule an appointment visit: RedcrossClasses offered in-person and virtually. Must blood.org and use sponsor code: fortjackson.have or maintain an aerobic membershipto participate. ( 15 a month) Membership FEB. 8 " ## & ' Housing Town Hallmore information call 751-3700.4:30 p.m. Post Theater. Fort Jackson will beholding a Housing Town Hall for on-post housRoad Closureing residents to help improve relationshipsPortions of Moseby Street between Strom between residents and Fort Jackson FamilyThurmond Boulevard and the Gate 2 Shop- & ' & & ! ## 6 pette will be closed for the construction ofpassive security systems. To access the FEB. 9Main Exchange follow a detour by taking Shred DayJackson Boulevard turning on Kemper Street 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fort Jackson Recycling Cenand then to Moseby Street. Moseby Dental ! ; " ## Clinic will be accessed via Moseby Street sensitive information will be accepted, but nountil an access road on Johnson Street is# " " & "" completed. Drivers are reminded to follow your personal information provides a level of ## " * & " " # insurance against identity theft and misuse. IfSee the Road Closures announcement on you have any questions or comments pleasethis page for more details.call 751-4208.Page 4The Fort Jackson LeaderTHE FORT JACKSONLEADERSEND ALLSUBMISSIONS TOFJLeader@gmail.comDeadline for events to beincluded in the calendar orHappenings is one week beforepublication. Include the time,date and place the event willoccur, as well as other necessary information.If you submit an article on anevent that already has takenplace, please send it as soonas possible. Tuesday is thelast day we will we be able toaccept an article for publicationthe following Thursday. Includethe date and place of the event,as well as a description of whattook place. Please include quotations, if possible.With any photo you submit,include IDs — rank, unit, and " # & Z [ ## Q Fort JacksonMovie Schedule3319 Jackson Blvd. Phone: 751-7488SATURDAY West Side Story (PG-13) 2 p.m.WEDNESDAY The 355 (PG-13) 2 p.m.z Ticket sales open 30 minutes beforeeach movie.z Movie times and schedule are subject tochange without notice.FEB. 10Newcomer’s OrientationWWW.SHOPMYEXCHANGE.COM9 a.m. NCO Club. This orientation is mandatory for all Soldiers and Department ofthe Army Civilians arriving at Fort Jackson.Spouses are encouraged to attend. This willbe a great opportunity for spouses to receive the Leader/Workforce Development Series " & # # “Love and Money Matters’ ‘ workshop. Curavailable resources on and around Fort Jack- rent Army Civilian employees, who are asson. There will be no on-site childcare for this signed to Fort Jackson, can sign-up for theevent. Please note, everyone in attendance “Love and Money Matters” workshop heldwill be required to wear a face mask, regard- virtually on the MS Teams platform. The twoless of vaccination status, and will adhere to hour “Love and Money Matters” workshopsafe social distancing practices. For addition- will teach effective communication strategiesal information, call Army Community Service and address common money issues in relationships. Learn to set SMART goals as a couple that can lead to wealth building anda stronger relationship. Those wishing to atFEB. 11tend must submit names and email addressLove and Money Matters Workshop2-4 p.m. MS Teams. The USAG Civilian es to WFD by Feb. 7. For more information, ## Q Workforce Development Program (WFD),DFMWR/Army Community Service (ACS)Financial Readiness Program and ReligiousSee EVENTS: Page 19 ? @ February 3, 2022

QUALITY OF iday NATIONAL PRAYERBREAKFAST 1-13 GRADUATION FIRST FRIDAY GOLF VICTORY BINGO SOLOMON CENTERVACCINATIONS34Saturday VICTORY BINGO5FEB. 7-10: FJ BEST WARRIOR COMPETITION VICTORY BINGO VICTORY BINGO BLOOD DRIVE, 11:30-5 P.M. UPPING YOUR METABOLISMCLASS – AWC6 VICTORY BINGO BIG GAME AT DOWN RANGEBAR7 VICTORY BINGO UPPING YOUR METABOLISMCLASS – AWC HOUSING TOWN HALL SHRED DAY BREAKFAST ONTHE GO-FSFH UPPING YOUR METABOLISMCLASS – AWC89 FUELING FOR HEALTH –AWC UPPING YOUR METABOLISMCLASS – AWC 3-60 GRADUATION POST NEWCOMER’SORIENTATION10 3-13 GRADUATION 2-39 GRADUATION NCO CLUB VALENTINE’SLUNCH BUFFETT SOLOMON CENTERVACCINATIONS VICTORY BINGO LOVE AND MONEYMATTERS WORKSHOP11TRAINING HOLIDAY WOMEN’S AUTOMOTIVESKILLS CLASS13 VICTORY BINGO BOSS RIVER RUNNERS14PRESIDENTSDAY20 VICTORY BINGO2115 FUELING FOR HEALTH –AWC RETIREMENT REVIEW221617 UPPING YOUR METABOLISMCLASS – AWC BOSS PAINT AND SIP232418 COMMUNITY INFORMATIONTOWN HALL VICTORY BINGO WOMEN’S AUTOMOTIVESKILLS CLASS COFFEE WITH A COP SOLOMON CENTERVACCINATIONS25 VICTORY BINGO COUPLES PAINT AND SIP12 VICTORY BINGO BLACK HISTORYMONTH 5K PRIVATELY-OWNED WEAPONS DAY19 VICTORY BINGO CARS & COFFEE26 VICTORY BINGO UPPING YOUR METABOLISMCLASS – AWC'NQ LNQE IMFNQLASINM ABNTS SHERE EUEMSR REE 1AGE 27February 3, 202228The Fort Jackson LeaderPage 5

QUALITY OF LIFEPhotos by RUSSELL TOOFBryan Tempio, a Resident Engineer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Charleston District, discusses various construction projects at Fort Jackson tosenior enlisted leaders from the installation and USACE. Command Sgt. Maj. Chad Blansett, with the USACE, came to Fort Jackson for the day to see theprogress of various construction projects around the base and to meet with the other command sergeants major.Senior enlisted leaders tour facility constructionBy RUSSELL TOOFU.S. Army Corps of EngineersBryan Tempio (left), a Resident Engineer with the U.S. ArmyCorps of Engineers Charleston District, discusses progressof a construction project at Fort Jackson to Command Sgt.Maj. Chad Blansett, command sergeant major for the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division.Page 6In 2008, Charleston District reassumed responsibility for military construction projects at Fort Jackson.Since then, the district has executed over 1.4 billion inprojects including new builds, operations and maintenance, and facility investments services.Many of those projects were aimed at improving thebasic training environment. Fort Jackson is the largestof the four Basic Combat Training installations in theArmy and roughly 60% of all new Soldiers are trainedthere.Command Sgt. Maj. Chad Blansett, the U.S. ArmyCorps of Engineers South Atlantic Division commandsergeant major, recently toured the various work sites.Blansett was joined by Post Command Sgt. Maj. PhilsonTavernier, Command Sgt. Maj. Roberto Guadarrama,command sergeant major for the 165th Infantry Bri-The Fort Jackson Leadergade, and Command Sgt. Maj. Travis Wirth, the command sergeant major for the 193rd Infantry Brigade.“One of the most important parts of my job is to makesure the senior enlisted advisors in our Army have a better opportunity to understand what USACE does forthem, especially in our region with all the military construction projects,” Blansett said. “As I travel aroundthe southeast, I’m able to tie in the things we are doingfor our Army to those who are training America’s best.”The 165th and 193rd are the two brigades that conduct basic combat training at Fort Jackson.“I appreciate the opportunity to have had the occasion with the project walk-through,” Guadarrama said.“It was extremely educational. There has been an extraordinary amount of effort from team members andteam leaders from different organizations in makingthese projects come to life.”See CONSTRUCTION: Page 19February 3, 2022

QUALITY OF LIFEPrograms offers Army civilians chance to get fit during duty hoursBy ALEXANDRA SHEAFort Jackson LeaderGo to any gym on any military installationand you are destined to see at least one servicemember working out on their lunch break. ForSoldiers, “power lunches” are a common occurrence, for Department of Defense employees a power lunch usually means attending ameeting where eating lunch is encouraged.A not so new program is available nowfor DOD civilians to take advantage of threehours a week tospend working onFOR YEARS THE ARMY HASing the duty day.OFFERED AN“For years theOPPORTUNITYArmy has offeredan opportunity forFOR CIVILIANS TOcivilians to focusFOCUS ON THEIR FITNESS GOALS.goals,” said GerGerald Henderson,aldHenderson,U.S. Army Training CenterU.S. Army Trainand Fort Jackson deputying Center andchief of staffFort Jackson deputy chief of staff.“Three hours of supervisor approved administrative leave a week are allowed.”The program Henderson spoke of is theArmy Civilian Fitness and Wellness Program.Civilians can now take an hour three times aweek to work out at post gyms, walk or run,or attend appointments at the Army Wellness" The Army has taken a holistic approachto ensure Soldiers remain ready and resilient.The program approaches Army civilians inthe same manner.#& ' Maj. Robert Guido, Moncrief Army HealthClinic’s chief of preventive medicine. “The' ness and supports the civilian work force asmuch as active duty.”( program is to make an appointment with thepreventive medicine department to completea health assessment. Participants can explore provider and will receive information to helpsupport those goals to include informationabout the Fort Jackson Army Wellness Center.Fort Jackson’s AWC offers a variety of services to Soldiers and their Families as well asDOD civilians to include health assessmentreviews, nutrition, general wellness educa-February 3, 2022Photo by ALEXANDRA SHEASpc. Francesea Meza of Headquarters, Headquarters Company, 120th Adjutant General Battalion, runs on a treadmillat Fort Jackson’s Coleman Gym. Installation fitness centers and gyms reopened Monday with restrictions to helpkeep patrons safe. While most gym equipment is available, saunas, basketball and racquetball courts and showersremain restricted.tion, stress management, body compositionanalysis (BOD POD), as well as exercise andmetabolic testing.“The center is one of the options we givefor people to use as part of the wellness program,” Guido said. “They can provide furtherevaluation by a provider and can help withnutritional plans and testing.”According to Guido, use of the wellnesscenter is open to all civilians taking part inthe Army Civilian Fitness and Wellness Program.“There is really no disadvantage to doingthe program,” Guido said. “You are giventime and support. This is an excellent way to Those interested in participating in theprogram should talk to their supervisors to be-The Fort Jackson Leadergin the process of enrollment. Senior civilianhuman resource representative will have moreinformation about the program.Once an agreement is made between civilian employees and their supervisors, participants will need to contact the PreventiveMedicine Department to make an intake appointment by calling 751-2273.Page 7

PEOPLE FIRSTwhy i serve1st Battalion,13th Infantry RegimentSPC. DEVYN BRASS, 24SPC. JAVON TURNER, 26PFC. JOSEPH DONOFRIO, 24Macomb, MichiganDowners Cove, IllinoisMidland Park, New Jersey“Seeing my parents asMarines shaped me intothe person I am today. Thediscipline and life lessonsthey taught me helped meinstill those values into thosearound me.”“I imagined Basic CombatTraining to be how it mainlywas in red phase – drill sergeants screaming at you,giving you impossible tasks and shaping you into theSoldier of today’s Army.”“The most challenging part of BCT for me wasmaintaining my leadership role.”The best advice I could give someone about tostart BCT is to “start running. Endurance is a hugepart of BCT and will get you ready for a lot of thechallenges BCT comes with.”My MOS is “15G-Aircraft Structural Repairer. Ichose this MOS so that I can work my way into the #" " & # the Special Forces or Rangers.”“Some of my Family members retired from the Armyand they told me about all of " the Army has to offer.”“I expected Basic CombatTraining to be a lot of physicaltraining and getting yelled atby drill sergeants.”“I found getting everyone motivated and workingas a team to be the most challenging thing aboutBCT.”The advice I would give someone about to startBCT is to “come in shape, be prepared to be uncomfortable and make sure you study all the materialsthey make available to you.”My MOS is “27D-Paralegal Specialist. I chose thisMOS because I am interested in the legal aspect ofthe Army and it would be great experience.”What motivated me to jointhe Army is “wanting to overcome fears, break bad habitsand better my future.”“I expected Basic CombatTraining to be less cold inSouth Carolina. I was verywrong.”The most challenging partof BCT was “the cold and food. I’m used to eating alot different than how we do in BCT. The adjustmentin food and being in the cold all the time was tough.”Things I would tell someone about to start BCTare “be in shape before you come, do your research # " " " know before you ship and study it.”MY MOS is “27D-Paralegal Specialist. I chose thisMOS because I have an interest in law school oneday and wanted career experience.”SPC. ASHLEY TAFOYA, 30PFC. ASHLYN BUTLER, 18Fort Collins, ColoradoWilmington, North CarolinaSPC. WILLIAM JARDEL, 24“Supportive friends and' & # * " & \ the Army. I joined to worktowards my goals.”“I imagined Basic CombatTraining as the scariest andhardest journey I would experience. I always heard drillsergeants were mean and Iwould be pushed to my physical and mental limits.”The most challenging part of BCT for me was “thecold nights and being surrounded by very youngtrainees.”The best advice I would give someone about tostart BCT is “you will get out as much as you put in.So put in a lot and give it your all.”My MOS is “42A-Human Resources Specialist. Ichose this MOS for the experience and knowledge.”“I was inspired to enlist bythe men and women com && enemies for the good of others. These men and womenshowcase what it means to #* ] #" present themselves has the # * "I wanted to be a part of theAmerican legacy.”I expected to “never sleep and eat nothing butMeal, Ready-to-Eat,” before I started Basic CombatTraining.“I found learning how to read people and work asa team even after being cold, tired and hungry themost challenging part of BCT.”My best advice to someone about to start BCT isto “be humble, even if you think you know what to do.Take this as a learning experience.”My MOS is “92R-Parachute Rigger. I chose tochallenge myself and do a job not many people consider doing.”Page 8The Fort Jackson LeaderBarto, Pennsylvania“I believe that everyoneshould contribute to theircommunity and country. Ialso feel that it is imperativewe safeguard those freedoms which we often take forgranted.”“So many people fromdifferent backgrounds,” andgetting them all to work together was the most challenging part of Basic Combat Training for me.My best advice to someone about to start BCT isto “meet the standards prior to coming and be prepared to grow.”My MOS is “91F-Weapons Repairer. I chose thisMOS because I wanted to get hands-on experiencewith weapon systems that I otherwise wouldn’t get toencounter in the civilian world.”February 3, 2022

HONORSSALUTING THIS BCT CYCLE’S HONOREESSENIOR LEADER HIGHLIGHTCOMMAND SGT. MAJ. GARRETT O’KEEFECommand Sgt. Maj. Garrett O’Keefe, 1st Battalion,13th Infantry Regiment, hails from San Diego, California. He enlisted in the Army as an 11B – Infantryman.He knew attending college before enlistment wasn’tthe right choice for him but didn’t want to work in thefast food industry.“My reason for continuing to serve have maturedover the years,” he said. “I continue to serve because these young Soldiers continue to inspire meto be better.”As a command sergeant major, he is charged withleading the drill sergeants and cadre members thatshape future Soldiers.“My biggest responsibility is to ensure my cadre anddrill sergeants are equipped with the tools, knowledgeand skills necessary to ensure that future Army Soldiersare trained, capable and have great morals and character,” he said. “If you make the decision to come into theArmy, understand that Basic Combat Training can, andmost likely will be, a significant event in your young life.”Fort Jackson is the largest Basic Combat Trainingsite, producing roughly 60% of the Army’s future Soldiers. Here, civilians are transformed into Soldiers capable of defending the nation in times of war and helping maintain a ready military force while conducting thedaily duties of their military occupational specialties intime of peace.“You will be challenged, tested, scared, tired, sore,and at times feel like you made a mistake,” he said. “Remember, you did not make a mistake, you are completing a journey that is much bigger than yourself. Neverquit.”Many trainees within his battalion have at one timeor another felt like giving up and being shipped home.Through their personal perseverance and the encouragement of battle buddies, friends and Family members, many graduated BCT.“When you think about quitting, remember why youjoined,” he said. You are your Family’s name and knowthere are people rooting for your success.”February 3, 20221st Battalion, 13th Infantry RegimentALPHA COMPANYSOLDIER LEADEROF THE CYCLESpc. Devyn BrassSOLDIER OF THE CYCLESpc. Javon TurnerBRAVO COMPANYSOLDIER LEADEROF THE CYCLESpc. William JardelSOLDIER OF THE CYCLEPvt. Aaron MeleCHARLIE COMPANYSOLDIER LEADEROF THE CYCLEPfc. Ashlyn Butler“You will be challenged,tested, scared, tired,sore, and at times feellike you made a mistake.Remember, you did notmake a mistake, you arecompleting a journeythat is much bigger thanyourself. Never quit.”Command Sgt. Maj.Garrett O’KeefeThe Fort Jackson LeaderSOLDIER OF THE CYCLEPvt. Maurice MooreDELTA COMPANYSOLDIER LEADEROF THE CYCLEPfc. Joseph DonofrioSTAFF SGT. KYLE CLARKDRILL SERGEANT OF THE CYCLEBravo CompanySOLDIER OFTHE CYCLESpc. Ashley TafoyaECHO COMPANYSOLDIER LEADEROF THE CYCLEPvt. Nathaniel ValentiSOLDIER OF THE CYCLESpc. Brendan ByrnesPage 9

Page 10The Fort Jackson Leader @ duced funding or the ability to self-generate Since February of last year, funding andThe Fort Jackson Better Opportunity forSingle Soldiers has returned with a more ro- dedicated volunteers accepted BOSS positions returned and the hard work of rebuild/ / @ “The program wasn’t stable when I got :!; "( & received additional support from the Direc; " ? ?( torate of Family and Morale, Welfare and“Coming out of COVID we had a change of Recreation to help facilitate events and ac “BOSS is an MWR program,” said ChrisFebruary 2021 we started making changesQ ?( #@ Much like the rest of the nation, BOSS X &Z program e

DAY TIME PLACE Anglican Sunday 9-10 a.m. Magruder Chapel Catholic Mass Sunday 8–9 a.m. Solomon Center Protestant Consolidated Service Sunday 9:30-10:30 a.m. Solomon Center The Bridge (Protestant) Sunday 9-10 a.m. Anderson Chapel Church of Christ Sunday 10:30