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Students were able to meet face to face with Congressman Rob Wittman to discuss the service academy nomination process. - Students were able to meet face to face with Congressman Rob Wittman to discuss the service academy nomination process.

Congressman hosts Service Academy Day at Quantico

More than 100 students flooded into the Alfred Gray Research Center aboard Quantico Sept. 16 to listen to Representative Rob Wittman, First Congressional District of Virginia and representatives of various service academies speak about the admission process and receiving nominations from their district congressmen.

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Educators and administrators at public schools need to know that military children in their classrooms have different issues than their civilian counterparts and that with a little knowledge, they can better assist military kids in receiving an excellent education. - Educators and administrators at public schools need to know that military children in their classrooms have different issues than their civilian counterparts and that with a little knowledge, they can better assist military kids in receiving an excellent education.

The military kid’s life beyond the classroom

As students returned to school after a long summer break, there is a student population, kindergarten through 12th grade, that may be coping with issues educators aren’t completely equipped to handle.

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Capt. Mike Howley, Program Executive Officer (PEO) Land Systems (LS) command, WWII veteran Marine Tech Sgt. Theodore R. Marolda Sr. and Col. Kirk Mullins, ACV product manager, PEO LS toured the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition Sept. 20 to show Marolda how equipment has changed since he served in the Corps. - Capt. Mike Howley, Program Executive Officer (PEO) Land Systems (LS) command, WWII veteran Marine Tech Sgt. Theodore R. Marolda Sr. and Col. Kirk Mullins, ACV product manager, PEO LS toured the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition Sept. 20 to show Marolda how equipment has changed since he served in the Corps.

World War II vet sees firsthand how the Marine Corps has changed

As the Modern Day Marine Military Exposition (MDMME) provided a glimpse into the future, the event also attracted veterans with a rich history of wars past—wars which laid the foundation of the future displayed during the three day event.

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Lt. Gen. Michael Rocco, deputy commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs joined Marines from Security Battalion, LCpl Bryce W. Allen (left) and LCpl Brandon L. White (right) Aug. 31 at the main gate to wish a happy and safe Labor Day weekend to service members and civilians entering the base. They took the opportunity to hand out resource information related to September's National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. - Lt. Gen. Michael Rocco, deputy commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs joined Marines from Security Battalion, LCpl Bryce W. Allen (left) and LCpl Brandon L. White (right) Aug. 31 at the main gate to wish a happy and safe Labor Day weekend to service members and civilians entering the base. They took the opportunity to hand out resource information related to September's National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Where the audio meets the visual: Quantico helps build awareness about suicide prevention

As the sun began to crest over the horizon at Quantico Aug. 31, Marines aboard Quantico were getting a head start at the front gate of the base in raising awareness about September being Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. To emphasize the importance of the observance, Lt. Gen. Michael Rocco, deputy commandant of Manpower & Reserve Affairs (M&RA) personally greeted everybody passing through the entrance of the “Crossroads of the Marine Corps” and also passed out important information to each Marine, sailor and civilian Marine in an effort to emphasize that the Marine Corps cares about their family and their safety.

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PUBLIC NOTICE: Water discoloration reported in base housing

Water Flushing Update (9/21): Water in housing has been tested and is safe to drink. Public Works Utility crews have now completed flushing the water lines in Geiger Ridge, Thomason Park and Lyman Park. Public Works will continue with its semi-annual flushing plan for the remainder of the base. The schedule for the remaining flushing throughout the base will be published shortly. To report water discoloration in housing, call Lincoln Military Housing via Lincoln At Your Service at 1-888-578-4141. Base Public Works will respond to LMH/resident concerns passed about the water.

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Modern Day Marine Military Expo will be held at MCBQ Sept 19 - 21. MDMME is open to Department of Defense and Defense Industry affiliated personnel only - it is not open to the general public. - Modern Day Marine Military Expo will be held at MCBQ Sept 19 - 21. MDMME is open to Department of Defense and Defense Industry affiliated personnel only - it is not open to the general public.

Modern Day Marine Military Expo will be held at MCBQ Sept 19 - 21

MDMME is open to Department of Defense and Defense Industry affiliated personnel only - it is not open to the general public.

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September is National Recovery Month

Oftentimes, individuals who experience a mental health and/or substance use disorder feel isolated and alone. Yet, every year millions of Americans experience these conditions. It’s important that we offer support to individuals facing mental health and/or substance use disorders.

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Marine Corps noncommissioned officers literally drag each other through the mud in a pistol drag exercise. - Marine Corps noncommissioned officers literally drag each other through the mud in a pistol drag exercise.

NCOs participate in brutal morning of physical training

Marine Corps noncommissioned officers (NCOs) of Marine Corps Embassy Security Group (MCESG) laced up their boots and donned their utes Aug. 16 for a tough morning of physical training (PT) structured to strengthen their minds as well as their bodies.

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STEM in Sports Camp a ‘home run’ at Quantico school

A baseball throw. An obstacle course. Balloon brain drops.

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A major reflection on past and present

Upon conclusion of the week- long 18th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps (SMMC) Symposium, active duty and retired E-9 Marines—sergeants major and master gunnery sergeants were welcomed to The Clubs at Quantico for the E-9 Social, formerly known as the SMMC Picnic.

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