Dental Assistants Recognition Week: winners and a new theme.Another round of DARW competition draws to a close with ADAA ADAA Anxiety Disorders Association of America ADAA American Dental Assistants Association ADAA Art Dealers Association of America (since 1962; New York City, NY, USA) ADAA Aberdeen and District Angling Association and ADA Ada, city, United States Ada (ā`ə), city (1990 pop. 15,820), seat of Pontotoc co., S central Okla.; inc. 1904. It is a large cattle market and the center of a rich oil and ranch area. announcing the winning entries in late June. A list of winning entries is provided here along with a review of all activities reported to the ADAA. We thank all participants for their efforts and congratulate the winning entrants. DENTAL ASSISTANTS ASSOCIATIONS 1st Place Washtenaw District DAS Dexter, Michigan 2nd Place Northeast Pennsylvania DAS Dallas, Pennsylvania SCHOOLS 1st Place OCM OCM Oracle Certified Master (database administrator certification) OCM Organization for Competitive Markets OCM Onondaga Cortland Madison (counties in New York) OCM Olympic Council of Malaysia Boces Liverpool, New York Liverpool is a village located in Onondaga County, New York, United States. The population was 2,505 at the 2000 census. The name was adopted from a city on Great Britain. The Village of Liverpool 2nd Place ND State College of Science Allied Dental Education Wahpeton, North Dakota Wahpeton is a city in Richland County, North Dakota in the United States. It is the county seat of Richland CountyGR6. The population was 8,586 at the 2000 census. Wahpeton was founded in 1871. Wahpeton's twin city is Breckenridge, Minnesota. DENTAL OFFICES 1st Place Peak Vista CHC CHC Chicago Cubs CHC Community Health Center CHC Chestnut Hill College (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) CHC Congressional Hispanic Caucus CHC Community Health Council (UK National Health Service) Dental Clinic Colorado Springs, Colorado The City of Colorado Springs is the second most populous city (after Denver) in the state of Colorado and the 48th most populous city in the United States.[4] The city is the county seat of El Paso County. 2nd Place Eckley Orthodontics orthodontics: see dentistry. Beckley, West Virginia Beckley is a city in Raleigh County, West Virginia, USA and founded on April 4, 1838. The 2006 population was estimated to be 16,828 by the U.S. Census Bureau[1]. Early in its history, the town was known as Beckleyville and Raleigh Court House. Honorable Mention Bearable Dentistry Moscow, Idaho OTHER ORGANIZATIONS 1st Place Malmstrom AFB AFB abbr. acid-fast bacillus AFB Acid-fast bacillus, also 1. Aflatoxin B 2. Aorto-femoral bypass Dental Clinic Montana 2nd Place Denial Temps of Northeast Florida, Inc. Jacksonville, Florida Honorable Mention U.S. Army Dental Command Fort Lewis Tacoma, Washington As announced last year, a new theme was being sought for DARW for the next three years beginning in 2008. The individual responsible for the new theme will be given a year's free membership in the ADAA. We are pleased to present the theme for Dental Assistants Recognition Week for 2008-10: ONE TEAM ONE GOAL IMPROVING ORAL HEALTH This motto was based on an idea from Connie Smith, CDA (1) (Compact Disc Audio) The compact disc file extension that is seen on the computer in Explorer or some other file manager. CDA files are actually pointers to the locations of the individual tracks on the CD medium. See CD-DA. , EFDA EFDA European Fusion Development Agreement EFDA Expanded Functions Dental Assistant EFDA Equipment Facilities Design Authorization , clinical dental assistant from Bloomington, Indiana, in the practice of Keith Roberts, DDS (1) (Digital Data Storage) See DAT. (2) (Data Dictionary System) See QuickBuild and OpenDDS. (3) (Dataphone Digital S . [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DARW in 2008 will be held March 2-9. Complete details and information on ordering a DARW activities kit for 2008 will be provided in the November/December Dental Assistant. DARW is a joint effort of the ADAA, the American Dental Association American Dental Association (ADA), n.pr a nonprofit professional association whose membership is dental professionals in the United States. Its purpose is to assist its members in providing the highest professional and ethical care to the citizens of the , the Canadian Dental Assistants Association and the Canadian Dental Association The Canadian Dental Association, also known as the Association dentaire canadienne in French was founded in 1902. It is a non-profit professional association representing Canada's 18,000 dentists. . [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] DENTAL ASSISTING ASSOCIATIONS FIRST PLACE WASHTENAW DISTRICT DAS DEXTER, MI Presented by Gwen Graham-Feldkamp, CDA, RDA RDA abbr. recommended daily allowance Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) The Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) are quantities of nutrients in the diet that are required to maintain good health in people. The Society's annual celebration theme in '07 was "Dental Assistants Are Out of This World," and everything was geared to outer space. There was a six-hour credit presentation and luncheon and all attendees received a world-globe stress ball and other astral goodies including individual photos surrounded by inflatable aliens. Room and table decorations carried out the theme and door prizes added to the fun. Dental assisting students and hygienists joined in with members and nonmembers for this winning event. SECOND PLACE NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA DA DALLAS, PA A spa party to thank all dental assistants for their commitment to the profession included soothing music, aromatherapy and a pampering hand massage. Refreshments were served and the evening concluded with a presentation of long stemmed roses. The event was sponsored by Benco Dental. ALSO NOTED NORTH DAKOTA DAA DAA - Distributed Application Architecture: under design by Hewlett-Packard and Sun. A distributed object management environment that will allow applications to be developed independent of operating system, network or windowing system. WAHPETON, ND Presented by Lucinda Johnson Postcards were sent to all North Dakota dental offices urging observance of DARW, and NDDAA Board members presented a power point feature to the two area dental assisting colleges. In addition, the North Dakota Dental Foundation joined the Board in providing dental assisting students luncheon. Board members supplemented the feature's message of the benefits of belonging to a professional organization by sharing their personal experiences with students. Door prizes rounded out this rewarding event. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DENTAL ASSISTING SCHOOLS FIRST PLACE OCM BOCES (ONONDAGA/CORTLAND/MADISON) LIVERPOOL, NY Presented by Nancy Chappell Dental Assisting students joined forces with Smile Train to raise funds for helping underprivileged children needing cleft palate cleft palate, incomplete fusion of bones of the palate. The cleft may be confined to the soft palate at the back of the mouth; it may include the hard palate, or roof of the mouth; or it may extend through the gum and lip, producing a gap in the teeth and a cleft surgery. Toothbrushes and toothpaste were sold at the school and dental offices were visited to solicit funds. Also in further recognition of DARW, students distributed carnations to local dental assistants. The students' initial funding goal was surpassed with a total of $1250 raised in behalf of five deserving children. SECOND PLACE NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE The North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) is a 2-year public college in Wahpeton, North Dakota and part of the North Dakota University System. Founded in 1903 by provision of the state constitution, the State College of Science offers introductory studies in science, ALLIED DENTAL EDUCATION WAHPETON, ND Presented by Lucinda Johnson Students made pins for the dental assistants in the school's nearby affiliation sites to kick off DARW, followed by the construction of a clinic bulletin board and library window display showing the various expanded functions of a dental assistant. Students also carried out toothprint projects with kits donated by Patterson Dental and staffed a table giving away free toothpaste. The always popular Ms. Molar and the Tooth Fairy raised money that was matched by the instructors. These funds will be used to purchase toothbrushes for charitable organizations. Contests, prizes, refreshments and a luncheon as well as dental assisting students providing dental health talks to hometown grade school students rounded out this very active DARW for North Dakota State. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ALSO NOTED CASCADE JOB CORPS CENTER SEDRO-WOOLEY, WA Presented by Darlene Hunziker A game show called "Who Wants to Be a Dental Millionaire" was staged based on the history of dental assisting and dentistry. A raffle was held with movie tickets, $10 and candy as prizes. CENTURY COLLEGE NE METRO CAREER AND TECHNICAL CENTER WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN Presented by Teresa White, CDA, RDA A "Smile" button was constructed to celebrate DARW and dental assisting students distributed them to faculty and students. "Smile" bags for children in the clinic waiting room were made too. These were brightly decorated canvas bags containing books, crayons and activity sheets. COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN IDAHO TWIN FALLS, ID Presented by Tonja Bowcut Two display cases at the entrance to the school library were filled with material centered upon dental assisting and preventive dentistry preventive dentistry n. The branch of dentistry that deals with the preservation of healthy teeth and gums and the prevention of dental caries and oral disease. . The display remained during the entire month of March. A booth at the college health fair was also presented delivering not only valuable information but also toothbrushes and toothpaste. A fruit basket was sent to the dental assisting students at Boise State University, and Southern Idaho D.A. students each received a gift basket and sincere thanks for their dedication. CONCORDE CAREER INSTITUTE ARLINGTON, TX Presented by Noel Bell-Poats Students became educators during DARW at Concorde with participants preparing posters about periodontal disease Periodontal Disease Definition Periodontal diseases are a group of diseases that affect the tissues that support and anchor the teeth. Left untreated, periodontal disease results in the destruction of the gums, alveolar bone (the part of the jaws where and making presentations at local elementary school classes. Also, students prepared baggies with oral hygiene Oral Hygiene Definition Oral hygiene is the practice of keeping the mouth clean and healthy by brushing and flossing to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. materials for distribution by local ministry to underprivileged children. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] LUZERNE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE External links
• • [ DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM NANTICOKE, PA Presented by Donna Lepkoski, CDA, EFDA, FADAA FADAA Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association Students observed DARW with outreach programs to a local elementary school and taught seven- and eight-year olds about the importance of oral health with positive feedback from parents via email compliments. A cake provided by the student advisors capped the celebration. OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE Ozarks Technical Community College (OTC) is "the community's college" in Springfield, Missouri, established by Springfield and thirteen surrounding public school districts on April 3, 1990. As the region's new comprehensive community college, OTC has an open-admissions policy. SPRINGFIELD, MO Presented by Janet Sell A faculty member submitted information about DARW and the Ozarks TCC TCC The Car Connection (web site) TCC Tidewater Community College TCC Tallahassee Community College TCC Temporary Continuation of Coverage TCC Tucson Convention Center (Tucson, AZ, USA) to a local radio station contest and was amply rewarded for the effort. A free buffet lunch for 100 was provided by the station and served by the DJs at the campus. A delicious difference for DARW. PENSACOLA JUNIOR COLLEGE Pensacola Junior College (usually shortened to PJC) is the name for an umbrella of multiple community colleges in Escambia County and Santa Rosa County, Florida. The college's slogan is "You can get there from here. PENSACOLA, FL Presented by Teresa Lucas, CDA All dental offices in the area ... over 170 ... were invited to attend a celebration of DARW that would honor local dental assistants. A Certificate of Appreciation was developed and personalized showing the D.A.'s name and years in the profession. Donations of gifts from the community made the basis of a raffle for guests. Refreshments were served. SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is a two-year community college located in New Mexico, whose main campus is on 366 acres (148 hectares) just southwest of SANTA FE, NM Presented by Aamna Nayyar, DDS Thank-you cards and candy were distributed to all dental assisting students and clinical assistants in clinics throughout Northern New Mexico Northern New Mexico may simply mean the northern part of New Mexico, but in cultural terms it usually means the area of heavy Spanish settlement in the north-central part. . At the school, a contest was held for the best essay detailing dental assisting and one's motivation for joining the profession. SEATTLE VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE The Seattle Vocational Institute, along with North Seattle Community College, Seattle Central Community College, and South Seattle Community College, makes up the Seattle Community College District. SEATTLE, WA Presented by Margaret Camden, CDA "Excellent Care Throughout the World" was the theme celebrated here for DARW with students from 10 different world cultures. A bulletin board was presented by students featuring "Dental Assistant" in various languages, faculty-purchased gifts were presented to students and "Make America Smile" pins too. A dental assisting student class picture was taken in front of the school's new reader board. WALKER CAREER CENTER DENTAL ASSISTING PROGRAM INDIANAPOLIS, IN Presented by Candy Ryan, CDA A lot of different activities went into this school's DARW. It started with a food drive sponsored by the local township, it included a speaker from Benco Dental on types and importance of safety glasses, attendance at the local dental assistants society's educational meeting with prizes and refreshments and ended with a Kids' Night party featuring brushing instructions and a dental care kit for each child. Staff provided the D.A. students with a small token gift each day of the week. WAUKESHA COUNTY TECHNICAL COLLEGE Accreditation WCTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. References 1. PEWAUKEE, WI Presented by Lenny Loomis A dental recruiter addressed students at this school as well as a 3M ESPE ESPE Electro Sensitive Protection Equipment ESPE End State Peacetime Establishment speaker talking about impressions and trouble shooting. Students provided oral health instruction and hygiene kits to area school children. Nearby Marquette University Dental School opened its doors to the D.A. students for a clinical rotation clinical rotation Medical education A period in which a medical student in the clinical part of his/her education passes through various 'working' services3 in 1-4 month blocks , and in return for this recognition, students presented Marquette with a professionally decorated DARW-themed cake. WEST KENTUCKY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE PADUCAH, KY Presented by Carrie Russell, CDA The 2007 Dental Assisting Class celebrated DARW all week long with cookies baked in the shape of toothbrushes, molars and even lips and presenting them to local dental assistants who had made an impact on their chosen career paths. A display sign welcomed and informed all students and visitors about the Week too. Finally, students took flowers and appreciation plaques to the dental offices in which they are performing their clinical externships. A very active agenda for a worthwhile week. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DENTAL OFFICES FIRST PLACE PEAK VISTA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS DENTAL CLINIC COLORADO SPRINGS, CO Presented by Wendy Messing "Together Everyone Achieve More (TEAM)" is this clinic's motto for 2007 and was the focus for DARW as well. They put up posters and banners for the whole week and served cake and punch to the assistants on staff as well as providing goodie good·ie n. Variant of goody1. bags and recognition certificates. SECOND PLACE ECKLEY ORTHODONTICS BECKLEY, WV Presented by Marsha Young A "Scheduled Staff Meeting" was merely a ruse to lead the entire staff on a field trip that featured $50 and 50 minutes to enjoy a shipping spree at the mall to which they were transported in a limousine. After this fast-paced excursion they arrived back at the office for another surprise ... a catered lunch during which everyone compared purchases. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] HONORABLE MENTION BEARABLE DENTISTRY MOSCOW, ID Presented by Kristine Uravich Posters greeted patients in the reception area and everyday, a different treat greeted dental assistants: A personalized mobile at their work station; doughnuts for everyone; a personalized gift bag and finally, pizza for lunch, all courtesy of the practice dentists. ALSO NOTED ADVANCED ENDODONTIC Endodontic Pertaining to the inside structures of the tooth, including the dental pulp and tooth root, and the periapical tissue surrounding the root. Mentioned in: Root Canal Treatment endodontic CARE KENNEWlCK, WA Presented by Kathy Smart Every year this practice does something different for its assistants, and this year they cooked up a tasty treat by bringing them all to "Entrees Made Easy" where each one could prepare 12 meals to take home and enjoy with their families. This highly individualized group effort gave everyone a chance to interact outside of the office setting and one and all claimed that they were "boiling over" with enthusiasm. OFFICE OF D. CHRISTIAN AUMOCK, DDS OWEGO, NY Presented by Teri Rogers Ms. Rogers, chairside assistant at the practice, visited a local elementary school to present a talk on dental health to honor DARW. She talked about nutrition and oral hygiene and showed the children extracted baby teeth as well as explaining where spit comes from. She presented each child with a toothbrush and toothpaste. CAROLINA PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY RALEIGH, NC Presented by Heather Henner The staff at this practice expresses appreciation for recognition all year long but especially during DARW. Staff and their spouses were treated to a limousine ride to dinner at a local leading restaurant and given a personal care gift basket. NEW TOWN DENTAL ARTS WILLIAMSBURG, VA Presented by Lori Shahan, CDA During DARW, dental assistants were treated to daily goodies from doctors and other staff members and a picture of the practice's assistants was taken and sent to the local paper. When it was printed it added some extra recognition to that which they received at the office. OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FIRST PLACE MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE Malmstrom Air Force Base (mälm`strəm, mălm`–), U.S. military installation, 3,573 acres (1,446 hectares), W central Mont., E of Great Falls; est. 1942. DENTAL CLINIC MONTANA Presented by M/Sgt Michael Hoy There were daily games for DARW and they included: guess the number of prophy cups in a specimen cup; a scavenger hunt throughout the clinic, and guess the owner of the smile contest. There was also a photo contest and a trivia contest. A pizza luncheon and a bowling party were provided and a raffle funded by all the doctors included an IPod valued at $140. SECOND PLACE DENTAL TEMPS OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA, INC. JACKSONVILLE, FL Presented by Kim Knapp Announcements of DARW were mailed to over 550 dental offices in northern Florida along with contest entry forms. Proclamations were received from the mayor of Jacksonville as well as from county officials. The contest asked dentists to nominate the best dental assistant from their county and one winner from each county was honored with a cash gift, flowers and a commemorative certificate. The local ADAA component, NE Florida DAS, helped to spread the word of the contest and DARW and is looking forward to next year's event. HONORABLE MENTION DENTAC/DCC: FT. LEWIS WASHINGTON Presented by 1SG Donald Whitaker To kick off the week, Western Region Dental Command Commander, Col. MacKenzie, personally thanked the dental assisting staff and turned the festivities fes·tiv·i·ty n. pl. fes·tiv·i·ties 1. A joyous feast, holiday, or celebration; a festival. 2. The pleasure, joy, and gaiety of a festival or celebration. 3. over to officers and NCOs in charge of the several clinics. Each clinic presented its own recognition and appreciation despite hectic schedules and offered a breakfast or luncheon or pot luck dinner. Some provided prizes and gifts and all were appreciated and recognized with banners, posters and certificates of appreciation. ALSO NOTED DENTAL TEMPS STAFFING RESOURCES ORANGE PARK, FL Presented by Sherrie Busby Dentists in the Orange Park area were invited to nominate their assistants for recognition and the winners received flowers, a framed certificate and a cash prize. All recipients received their winnings personally from Ms. Busby, a proud member of ADAA. UNLV UNLV University of Nevada, Las Vegas SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE LAS VEGAS, NV Presented by Eduardo Rangel The University of Nevada, Las Vegas “UNLV” redirects here. For other uses, see UNLV (disambiguation). The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is a public, coeducational university located in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, known for its programs in History, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Hotel School of Dental Medicine, supports dental assisting as a profession and ADAA through cooperation with our component, the Nevada Dental Assistants Association, through the regular use of its auditorium for meetings and education. For DARW specifically, UNLV-SDM provided a luncheon and extended its gratitude to all in attendance. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] U.S. AIR FORCE 22nd AERIAL REFUELING WING MEDICAL GROUP DENTAL CLINIC McCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE McConnell Air Force Base (IATA: IAB, ICAO: KIAB) is a United States Air Force base located in Wichita, Kansas. Today, McConnell is home to the 22d Air Refueling Wing, the AFRC's 931st Air Refueling Group, and the Kansas Air National Guard's 184th Wing. , KS Presented by Lt. Col. (Dr.) Mark R. Henderson Luncheons, a breakfast and daily snacks were provided to keep focused on recognition for the clinic's dental assistants during DARW. Some brave assistants took turns "flying" a jet aircraft KC-135 mid-air refueling tanker simulator the same as their patients actually take to the air. A promotion ceremony that included two of the assistants also was held during DARW. U.S. COAST GUARD ISC (1) (Internet Systems Consortium, Redwood City, CA www.isc.org) An organization founded by Paul Vixie, Carl Malamud and Rick Adams in 1994 and later sponsored by UUNET and other Internet companies. HONOLULU DENTAL CLINIC Presented by Dr. Rick Decker, Senior Dental Officer The clinic was adorned with DARW flyers and posters and assistants enjoyed a lobster luncheon served by the dentists. The base commanding officer presented each assistant with Hawaii's symbol of thanks and gratitude, a flower lei, and the week ended on a high note with another luncheon, at everyone's favorite restaurant. U.S. ARMY DENTAL COMMAND: BAMBERG DENTAL CLINIC GERMANY Presented by SSG SSG abbr. staff sergeant LaShawn Yarborough yar·bor·ough n. Games A bridge or whist hand containing no honor cards. [After Charles Anderson Worsley, Second Earl of Yarborough A room decorated in blue, white and silver greeted D.A.s on March 7 with a luncheon planned by the hygienist and medical clerks. An afternoon of bowling and expressions of gratitude were also provided as well as certificates of appreciation and DARW-specific gifts of totes, mugs, and lunch bags. BAUMHOLDER DENTAL CLINIC COMMAND GERMANY Presented by COL Walter F. Rongey All dental auxiliary personnel received a thank-you note from the Clinic Commander at the beginning of DARW, and midweek, a barbecue luncheon was served by the doctors. Friday afternoon, operations were suspended and the Commander provided bowling and pizza for the entire staff. FORT BRAGG, NC WAMC WAMC Womack Army Medical Center WAMC Welsh Association of Motor Clubs WAMC Water Administration Ministerial Corporation (New South Wales, Australia) DENTAL CLINIC Presented by Daniel Bailey, OIC "Oh, I see." See digispeak. (chat) OIC - oh, I see. Every day brought a different treat and more recognition for this clinic's dental assistants. There were flowers and certificates of appreciation; buffet breakfast; pot luck lunch; cake and ice cream; and finally, a clinic wide luncheon with the Commander, Officers-In-Charge and NCOIC's. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] FORT CAMPBELL, KY Presented by SFC SFC abbr. sergeant first class William Deaner An article was published in the Fort newspaper, the Fort Campbell Courier, to commemorate DARW and certificates of appreciation and roses were presented to dental assistants. The assistants were commended for their service, commitment to duty and loyalty. FORT DRUM, NY Presented by MSG MSG: see glutamic acid. Tina Pirofsky Assistants at Fort Drum are kept on their toes helping the deploying process of the soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division (LI). Assistants received certificates of appreciation, a dental assistant button and a pizza party hosted by their doctors. FORT GORDON, GA Presented by SGT Xavier Creekmur The Oscar Awards from the movies dominated the theme of this year's DARW observance at Fort Gordon. First, a nominee's breakfast with assistants choosing a fellow assistant on whom to heap accolades; later that same week a trivia contest, then gift bags with confections. An Oscar Luncheon Day followed and included the coveted cov·et v. cov·et·ed, cov·et·ing, cov·ets v.tr. 1. To feel blameworthy desire for (that which is another's). See Synonyms at envy. 2. To wish for longingly. See Synonyms at desire. DARW Oscars. Everyone felt rewarded, awarded and recognized. U.S. DENTAL ACTIVITY-HAWAII TRIPLER AMC (Advanced Mezzanine Card) See AdvancedTCA. , HI Presented by 1SG Michael S. Hunter DARW with Aloha! The week's observances concluded with a traditional Hawaiian luau with everyone dressed in casual Aloha wear. Dentists sponsored their assistants to the feast and each assistant received a lei and personalized certificate of appreciation. A video of short segments by all the dentists was played on a large movie screen during the appreciation portion of the evening bringing all a great "Mahalo" (Thanks). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FORT HOOD, TX BILLY JOHNSON DENTAL CLINIC Presented by SFC Erika Silvia VIP treatment for dental assistants was the order of the Week as each assistant received a white rose as they entered the clinic on a red carpet. The clinic conference room was converted to "Restorante Gratsi" by the 1SG and NCOIC NCOIC Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (military) NCOIC Network Centric Operations Industry Consortium who wore their Class A uniforms in honor of the occasion. Certificates of appreciation were provided to all as a lasting memento. FORT IRWIN, CA Presented by CPT CPT See: Carriage Paid To Roarke Miller Dental Assistants were the stars of the week (Spelled *Starz* for this event) and each day brought a special treat or recognition such as Breakfast for the *Starz,* Finger food lunch feast, the boss cleans the chairs and distributes bags of goodies for the *starz* and finally an extravaganza party and gift give away. FORT JACKSON, SC Presented by SFC Gregory J. Habermann Each clinic at Fort Jackson showed its appreciation throughout the week with a focus on major events on Friday. There were breakfasts and luncheons, pizzas and flowers and some door prizes for fun. A certificate of appreciation was presented to each assistant by the Officer in Charge. DENTAC DENTAC Dental Activity DCC-JAPAN Presented by CPT Kalvin Hur Daily treats and tributes included balloons and a banner, breakfast brought and prepared by doctors, certificates of appreciation, a movie break and a special treat when doctors treated staff to luncheon at Yokohama Landmark Tower The Yokohama Landmark Tower (横浜ランドマークタワー . Celebrity Michael Jackson's visit to the fitness center coincided with DARW, and assistants were able to attend this function. DENTAC DCC (1) (Direct Cable Connection) A Windows 95/98 feature that allows PCs to be cabled together for data transfer. DCC actually sets up a network connection between the two machines. : KOREA 618th DENTAL COMMAND Presented by COL Thomas G. Wichgers [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A large banner was posted in the clinic reception center and a photo of each assistant connected with the center was posted below. Flowers, candy, certificates of appreciation, pizza and gratitude were plentiful during the Week. FORT LEE DENTAL CLINIC COMMAND FT. LEE, VA Presented by SFC Tomaruin Polite An attractive and personalized certificate of appreciation was presented to the clinic's dental assistants, and Command leadership served luncheon and roses to the staff to show their appreciation. FORT LEONARD WOOD Fort Leonard Wood, U.S. army post, 71,000 acres (28,700 hectares), S central Mo.; est. 1940. It is one of the largest basic-training centers in the United States and also provides training for army engineers. , MO Presented by MSG Angel Melendez Day by day, the assistants at Fort Leonard Wood received a show of appreciation and more with breakfast served by the clinics OICs, roses, a luncheon, cake and ice cream and a Friday finish with each assistant receiving a CD that included a presentation of slides highlighting their efforts from the previous year set to music. FORT MEADE, MD Presented by Deanna Benicewicz Banners at the Fort's two dental clinics and posters in their waiting rooms introduced visitors and staff to DARW at Fort Meade. A luncheon on base was sponsored by doctors and DC#3 assistants were treated to breakfast, flowers, treats and bowling. Not to be outdone out·do tr.v. out·did , out·done , out·do·ing, out·does To do more or better than in performance or action. See Synonyms at excel. , Epes Dental Clinic did the same and provided a gourmet dessert buffet. FORT POLK, LA Presented by SFC Robie Bivens A huge banner greeted assistants as they came to work on the first day of DARW and every day of the week offered a variety of surprises including breakfast prepared and served by the doctors and NCOIC, certificates of appreciation, a bowling tournament and a pizza luncheon. There were also flowers for the ladies For the Ladies is a extended play by Machine Gun Fellatio. The extended play was released in 2002. Track listing
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FORT RILEY, KS Presented by LTC LTC abbr. lieutenant colonel Nancy Ellison Major General Carter Ham, Fort Riley's Commanding General signed a proclamation beginning DARW at Fort Riley, and assistants in attendance were presented with the CG's coin in appreciation for their dedicated work efforts. Further treats included a barbecue luncheon, an ice cream social and breakfast feasts at each clinic. Assistants received handmade angel pins with stars depicting the "Shining Star" theme chosen for this year's DARW by Fort Riley. FORT STEWART DENTAC/HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD FT. STEWART, GA Presented by SSG Annitta Bright The entrance marquee announced the start of DARW and the six clinics of Fort Stewart Dental Activity continued the celebration by providing breakfast treats, homemade sweets, clinic luncheons and personalized gifts. At the closing Friday luncheon, dental assistants received a certificate of appreciation and a canvas tote. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WALTER REED DENTAL ACTIVITY Washington, DC Presented by SFC Marsha Wheeler At all four Walter Reed dental clinics breakfast treats were served, trivia contests held with gift cards awarded from local stores and restaurants. There was a pizza luncheon on Wednesday and Thursday and on Friday some clinics took field trips while others enjoyed bingo and other tournaments with prizes. Ft. Meyer showcased each assistant and auxiliary with a biography and portrait and letter of appreciation and other clinics issued certificates of appreciation. |
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