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INSIDECommentary 2

Recognition 6

What’s Happening 26

News & Features

Earth Day Expo 4

JBSA exercise 8

Trading places 16

In training 28

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Story and photo by Steve ElliottFort Sam Houston News Leader

Gen. Edward Rice Jr., com-mander of Air Education and Training Command at Randolph Air Force Base, made his fi rst visit to Fort Sam Houston Mon-day to learn more about Joint Base San Antonio.

Accompanied by Chief Mas-ter Sgt. James Cody, the AETC Command Chief Master Ser-geant, General Rice also toured several facilities and answered questions at an “All Call” ses-sion at the Fort Sam Houston Club.

The general is responsible for the recruiting, training and education of Air Force person-nel. His command includes the Air Force Recruiting Service, two numbered air forces and Air University. AETC trains more than 340,000 students per year and consists of 12 bases, more than 70,600 active-duty, Reserve, Guard, civilians and contractors, and 1,380 trainer, fi ghter and mobility aircraft.

General Rice and Chief Cody were escorted on Fort Sam Houston by 502nd Air Base Wing commander Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick and Chief Mas-ter Sgt. Juan Lewis, the 502nd ABW command chief.

They received briefi ngs about the 502nd ABW and 502nd Mission Support Group, took a windshield tour around the post, had lunch at the Medical Education and Training Center dining facility and toured the new METC Air Force dormitory before heading to the Fort Sam Houston Club.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Teresa Rice and Mrs. Athena Cody accom-panied Mrs. Lynne Patrick, Mrs. Shirley Bridgford and Mrs. Jeannette Lewis to the Warrior and Family Support Center for a tour of the facility and lunch.

They also met with several wounded warriors and their spouses. The group then left for Army Community Services, where they met with a focus group of new military spouses and spouses of deployed service members.

The All Call started off with a recognition ceremony, with the general presenting the Bronze Star medal to Master Sgt. Bri-an Thornton, superintendent of construction and service for the 902nd Contracting Squadron at

Randolph AFB, for meritorious service while stationed in Iraq. Also recognized was Alfredo Sanchez, chief of operations compliance for the 902nd Lo-gistics Readiness Squadron, for 40 years of service.

Approximately 250 civilians and service-members from Lackland and Randolph AFBs and Fort Sam Houston listened as General Rice discussed his impressions of how Joint Base San Antonio is working. The general also touched on items such as the military budget and how the Air Force must be more effi cient.

“We will be under budget constraints for the foreseeable future, and it doesn’t just ap-ply to the military,” the general

said. “We can and must be more effi cient in the things we do, so we are asking you to do the most important and most pro-ductive things you can.

“When we take a close look at the processes we use, we can usually fi nd some way to cut out some waste,” General Rice added. “This is going to be with us for a while, so it’s also im-portant that we give people a chance to give us feedback and weigh in on issues that concern them.”

Chief Cody then got up to talk about opportunity.

“Each of us will be present-ed with opportunities in our careers and lives to improves ourselves and the things around us,” he said.

“You have to be thinking about it and looking for it, because the windows of opportunity are sometimes very limited.

“We want to hear from the experts so the smart decisions can be made about our Air Force,” the chief added, echo-ing the general’s call for more effi ciency.

The chief also stressed that in today’s electronically connected world, where people spend so much time on social networks, that face-to-face contact is still important.

“We used to be better con-nected on a personal level,“ Chief Cody said. “We need to get to know our people … know that they have kids and a family. This is something you don’t have the time not to do. A quick personal interaction can

AETC leaders visit 502 ABW

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Gen. Edward Rice Jr., commander of Air Education and Training Command, presents the Bronze Star medal to Master Sgt. Brian Thornton, superinten-dent of construction and service for the 902nd Contracting Squadron at Randolph AFB, for meritorious service while stationed in Iraq.

TALESPINNER APRIL 8, 2011

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COMMENTARY

By Airman 1st Class Brian Kelly802nd Operations Support Squadron

“You’re going to Colorado next week,” Senior Master Sgt. Billy Davis Jr., 802nd Operations Support Squadron, told me after he got off the phone with Chief Master Sgt. Juan Lewis, 502nd Air Base Wing command chief. Those words interrupted a long afternoon of studying to become an air traffi c control specialist.

Through a lot of help from my supervisors, I was ready to go on my fi rst temporary duty assignment; a tour of the U.S. Air Force Academy to learn about a chance to become an offi cer. It was a great opportunity, but like so many of my peers, I had written off the USAFA as something unattainable. However, Chief Lewis and I were on our way to Colorado Springs to experience exactly what the academy has to offer.

At fi rst sight of the base, I was amazed by the breath-taking scenery. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains with fi r and pine trees blanketing the grounds, snow still clung to the shaded rocks with spring arriving.

Running trails traverse the landscape on and around the Academy leading to notable landmarks like Pike’s Peak and the Garden of the Gods. Sightings of wildlife such as deer and mountain lions are common.

Our fi rst mission was a promotion ceremony for Master Sgt. Green. As a testament to his commitment to the Air Force, every seat was fi lled with his supervisors and students, and even though the auditorium was big, many had to stand.

Sergeant Green is a prime example of the kind of teaching experience that is offered at the academy by its instructing team. The teacher-to-student ratio at the

academy is phenomenal, unlike many other major universities or colleges.

After speaking with some cadets, I found that it is common for instructors to spend extra time with students at lunch reviewing and clarifying a tough assignment. Tutoring is also available after class every day if needed.

I took the opportunity to participate in a freshman physics class. The instructor was passionate about the lesson. He made sure to answer every question, even making it entertaining by adding bits of trivia relevant to some of the activities the cadets participate in, such as parachuting.

Tradition is a powerful part of the academy’s lifestyle, passed down through the years, since its fi rst graduating class of 1959. The student body itself has a rank structure with the lowest being the freshman class or “fourth degrees,” the highest being the senior class or “fi rstees.”

The four classes are split up into four groups each containing 10 squadrons of about 110 cadets.

Though my experience was full of new and unseen things, what left the biggest impression on me was the determination and sacrifi ces of the prior-enlisted service cadets.

In 1995, the Leaders Encouraging Airman Development program was created. This program allocates 85 slots for Airmen to attend the academy, and 50 slots for Airmen to attend the preparation school.

Many of these slots go unfi lled every year because enlisted members are often unaware of the opportunity until it is too late and they no longer qualify.

The prior-enlisted Airmen, now cadets, gave up their operational status momentarily to better themselves and

create more opportunities whether they retire or fulfi ll their current service obligation. Prior-service cadets have the advantage of already having experience in the Air Force, which leads to many opportunities for leadership positions at the Academy.

The accredited degree they will receive after four years of hard work is as prestigious as any Ivy League degree and carries the weight of a commission into the job market, which gives graduates an advantage in the civilian sector.

During my journey, I was privileged to meet three former enlisted members from Joint Base San Antonio: Cadet Enicia Shelly Porter, Cadet Candidate Chase Barnes, and Cadet Candidate Reggie Young.

Their drive pushed them to go through the challenges that the academy has presented them. It was inspiring for me to see their photos on the wall of fame at the First Term Airman Center, but it should be an inspiration to all enlisted members who desire to become offi cers in the Air Force.

Visiting the Academy was an incredible experience! Not only was I able to see the educational aspects of the academy, but I could also see the overall opportunity for career progression.

Everyone I spoke with throughout my trip – including cadets, alumni and instructors – agree it is hard work but well worth it. Someday many of the USAFA graduates will be serving as wingmen, leaders, and warriors in all capacities.

I am extremely grateful Chief Lewis took me on this journey. I also appreciate the guidance shown to me from my supervisors and coworkers in preparation for this incredible TDY.

USAF Academy visit inspires Airman

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DADT TIER 2 TRAINING

The legal offi ce is offering DADT Tier 2 training for all Lackland tenant units and makeup training for those who missed the initial training. Training is Wednesday, 9-11 a.m. and 2-4 p.m. at the Inter-Amer-ican Air Forces Academy Training Center, Bldg. 7356. For more information, call Capt. Colin Eichenberger at 671-3362.

SA WALK FOR AUTISM

The Joint Base San Antonio Exceptional Family Member Program is participating in the 7th annual Walk for Autism San Antonio on April 16, 8-11 a.m., at the AT&T Center sombrilla.

The 2-mile walk is for all family members as San Antonio attempts to set a Guinness world record for largest par-ticipation charity walk. A resource fair by more than 50 agencies will also be on site.

Persons interested in joining the JBSA EFMP walk team can sign up at www.walkforautismsa.com, select team entry and “JBSA EFMP” on the team menu. Cost is $15 per person.

For more information, contact Mrs. Jolivette at 671-3722.

EARTH DAY FAIR

The 2011 Earth Day Fair and Fun Run is April 20, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Lack-land Outdoor Recreation Center and Trails. The event begins with a 5K, followed by an environmental information fair and free food and drinks for the fi rst 700 people. For more information, call Judy Lopez, 671-5301, or Lisa Copeland, 671-5371.

EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE

An Easter sunrise service will be April 24, 7 a.m., at the basic military training parade grounds behind 37th Training Wing headquarters, Bldg. 2484, 1701 Kenly Ave. The alternate rain site is Freedom Chapel.

For more information, call Freedom Chapel at 671-4208.

DO NOT EXCEED 10 MPH WHILE NEAR TROOPS

Motorists may not exceed more than 10 mph while driving past troop move-ments or formations on Lackland. For more information contact 502nd Air Base Wing safety offi ce at 671-8888.

WHMC SPEED LIMIT CHANGE

The posted speed limit for roads around Wilford Hall Medical Center is now 20 mph. Call the 59th Medical Wing Safety Offi ce at 292-7233 for more information.

NewsBRIEFS

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Lt. Col. (Dr.) Mark Packer performs operative care and inspection on Army Specialist James Tillery at Wilford Hall Medical Center’sHearing Center of Excellence March 2. Working to further the medical science, Dr. Packer is the director of the several Department of Defense-directed Centers of Excellence and is an Otolaryngologist. Specialist Tillery was injured by an improvised explosive device during a tour in Afghanistan. He is being treated for tympano-mastoidectomy with ossicular reconstruction at Wilford Hall and is cur-rently stationed at Fort Polk, La.

WHMC joins forces with CTVHCSStory and photo by Staff Sgt. Robert Barnett59th Medical Wing Public Affairs

The Central Texas Veterans Health Care System has partnered with Wil-ford Hall Medical Center’s Hearing Center of Excellence in a mutually benefi cial agreement that improves patient care.

According to its website, CTVHCS is a patient-centered integrated health care organization for veterans pro-viding excellent health care, research and education. In fi scal year 2009, CTVHCS treated more than 80,000 unique patients and provided more than 9,000 inpatient days of care in the hospital.

CTVHCS collaborates with Fort Hood, the largest military base in the world with the biggest troop commit-ment to Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

“I was the fi rst combat otolaryngolo-gist and I saw that the most common thing that Veteran’s Affairs makes these days is hearing aids,” said Col. (Dr.) Joseph Brennan, 59th Medical Wing Otolaryngology Program direc-tor. “I was deployed to Afghanistan in 2004. I saw 600-700 patients, and the number of hearing loss injuries was the most by far.”

Dr. Brennan noticed that many of the combat servicemembers chose not to wear their issued hearing protec-tion because it interfered with their combat operations.

This resulted in unprotected ears around the most common danger in Afghanistan – improvised explosive devices.

Many of these patients go to CTVH-CS, Dr. Brennan said, but some of their facilities aren’t prepared for complex cases, so they are sent to Wilford Hall

for additional treatment.“Clinics at CTVHCS operate one to

two weeks a month,” said Dr. Brennan.“They don’t treat some things, so themore complicated cases come here.”

This cooperative relationship en-ables the patients to get the high qual-ity specialized care they need, and alsohelps the Wilford Hall Hearing Centerof Excellence increase their knowl-edge database, called a registry, forresearch and development.

“The ultimate goal is to restorehearing, and scientists are workinghard to develop a way to restore thehairs that are destroyed in a blast,”said Lt. Col. (Dr.) Mark Packer, HearingCenter for Excellence director.

“That’s what we intend to do: con-tinue to improve the system of carefor our troops, and continue monitor-ing the research process. That is theanswer to the way ahead.”


Story and photo by Debbie AragonAFCEE Public Affairs

The main hall in Port San Antonio’s Bldg. 171 was packed with people early March 31 as the fi rst San An-tonio Armed Forces 2011 Earth Day campaign got under way.

When the hall cleared some four hours later, visitors and participants alike deemed the kickoff expo a great success.

“We couldn’t have begun our Earth Day campaign any better,” said Mike Briggs, chief of public affairs for the Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment.

“The kickoff expo was a huge suc-cess from the standpoint of attendees and the agencies and businesses that participated.”

The expo and other events planned throughout the coming weeks lead-ing up to Earth Day on April 22 are being organized by AFCEE, Air Force Real Property Agency, Joint Base San Antonio and the Army Environmental Command.

“It was defi nitely a great start to

our fi rst-ever consolidated San An-tonio Armed Forces Earth Day cam-paign and reinforced our theme that every day is Earth Day,” he said. “Our goal throughout the nearly month-long campaign is to raise awareness about things people can do every day to live a more environmentally friendly life-style.”

Eighteen military and civilian orga-nizations and businesses set up along the main corridor to provide informa-tion on everything from recycling and energy conservation to growing herbs and buying earth-friendly products.

Many attendees walked away with key chains shaped like energy-effi cient light bulbs, water hose nozzles to reg-ulate water usage, piggy banks made from recycled plastics and reusable grocery bags.

Of the wide variety of information ar-eas on display, the snake booth seemed to be one of the more popular.

Snakes native to South Texas – both venomous and non-venomous – were lined along a table in clear containers

Earth Day kickoff event huge success

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Phillip Perez, a member of the Air Force Real Property Agency, and Denise Perry, with the Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment, handle a rat snake as part of a presentation of native Texas snakes during the San Antonio Armed Forces 2011 Earth Day Kickoff Expo March 31 in Port San Antonio’s Bldg. 171.

Congratulations to the fol-lowing 68 Airmen for being selected as honor graduates among 689 trainees graduat-ing today:

320th Training SquadronFlight 265Bradley BartlettTyler CrossJoshua DominicEvgueni FokineScott HunterRonald LitvanTimothy LoeyMatthew NathanJonathan OgataNoah ProutThomas WalserFlight 266Christian Hackl Matthew HauserKyle IrrMatthew LiminaMartin LongJames MohrmurphyJohn Nguyen

Shane Vanbuskirk

321st Training SquadronFlight 255Morgan AustinGlenn GacilanTimothy LongJakob ReimerMark VibarFlight 256Lisa BarnesRenee BoehmAmber GonzalezJessica KincadeBrittany Lehman

322nd Training SquadronFlight 257Kenneth AlbertHaden BakerDaren PowersFlight 258Christopher FulkerHarlow JorgensenChristopher Lange

323rd Training Squadron

Flight 267Preston BrightJonathan EdonDavid JonesDaniel LongFlight 268Kathryn CahillTonya ColeJennifer GroningerKoral HainesKasandra Mansfi eldRoseanne MillerSavannah RoeMadasen Sortino

324th Training SquadronFlight 259Bradford DavisWayne DowningFlight 260Jeremiah FosterIan Rowswell

326th Training SquadronFlight 263Joseph Davis Garrett Dussia

Flight 264Sabrina DixJanaya MosleyCourtney PackerKatherine Vazquez

331st Training SquadronFlight 261Travis BeckwithTimothy ClarkPatrick JonesShawn LewisJames LucasMatthew OswaldRichard PetersonSteven RussoFlight 262Matthew BurThomas HeilBrandon Vivian

Top BMT AirmanJoshua Dominic, 320th TRS,Flight 265

Most Physically FitMale Airmen

Samuel Romero, 320th TRS,Flight 265Neal Tipton, 320th TRS,Flight 266Female AirmenVanessa Escobar, 323rd TRS,Flight 268Brittany Lehman, 321st TRS,Flight 256Male Flights331st TRS, Flight 261320th TRS, Flight 265Female Flights323rd TRS, Flight 268326th TRS, Flight 264

Top Academic Flights324th TRS, Flight 259320th TRS, Flight 265

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BMT HONORS

By Jennifer SchneiderAir Force Center for Engineering and the Environment Public Affairs

The Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment’s Deputy Director Col. Wilfred Cassidy retires today after 30 years of military service.

The retirement ceremony, presided over by the Air Force Civil Engineer Maj. Gen. Timothy Byers, will be held at 10 a.m. at the Gateway Club, and be followed by a luncheon.

Colonel Cassidy said he never expected to stay in the Air Force for 30 years.

“I decided I would stay in as long as I was still having fun,” Colonel Cassidy said. “I hit 30 years and was still having fun. The outstanding quality and attitudes of the people I’ve worked with have made the time fl y by. After three squadron commands and commanding a mission support group I’m still amazed at what a team can accomplished when they work together and commit to a mission.”

Prior to joining AFCEE in 2009, Colonel Cassidy served as commander of the 820th RED HORSE

Squadron at Nellis AFB, Nev., and led the unit on two deployments to Iraq and Afghani-stan. He has held civil engineering positions around the world, with assignments through-out the United States as well as in Guam, Korea, the United Kingdom and Southwest Asia.

He said a couple of his memorable as-signments include serving at the 819th RED HORSE Squadron at Royal Air Force Wethers-fi eld, England, and at the 42nd Civil Engineer Squadron at the former Loring AFB, Maine.

“While part of the RED HORSE squadron, I had the opportunity for three and a half years to travel Europe,” Colonel Cassidy said. “I designed and built a variety of things from runways to parking lots to buildings.”

His assignment with the 42nd CES at Loring took him closer to home and the farm he grew up on in northern Maine.

“I came to my hometown to close the base (Lor-ing AFB),” he said. “There was a fl ood that year. As

commander I was able to support the victims with vacant houses on base and provide la-bor to help the town recover.”

While only being with AFCEE for about a year-and-a-half, he has been involved in many changes in the organization. Since 2009, the agency completed a physical move across town from its former home at Brooks City-Base to Lackland and transitioned to a new director in late 2010. Also over the past year, the agency’s contracting division separated from AFCEE, realigning as the

772nd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron under the Air Force Materiel Command’s new Enterprise Sourc-ing Group.

Upon retirement, Colonel Cassidy said he plans to stay in the San Antonio area and take some time off for vacationing with his wife and son, and tending to some chores around their home. However, he said it won’t be long before he rejoins the workforce and is looking forward to the possibility of working in the private sector.

AFCEE deputy director retires after 30 years service

Col. Wilfred Cassidy

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By Jim GaramoneAmerican Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON (AFNS) – Beginning June 1, Social Security numbers on mil-itary identifi cation cards will begin to disappear, said Maj. Monica Matoush, a Pentagon spokeswoman.

The effort is part of a larger plan to protect service members and other DOD identifi cation card holders from identity theft, offi cials said.

Criminals use Social Security numbers to steal identities, allowing them to pil-lage resources, establish credit or to hi-jack credit cards, bank accounts or debit cards.

Currently, the Social Security number is printed on the back of common access cards, and on the front of cards issued to dependents and retirees. Beginning in June, when current cards expire, they will be replaced with new cards hav-ing a DOD identifi cation number replac-ing the Social Security number, offi cials said. The DOD identifi cation number is a unique 10-digit number that is assigned

to every person with a direct relationship with the department. The new number also will be the service member’s Geneva Convention identifi cation number.

An 11-digit DOD benefi ts number also will appear on the cards of those people eligible for DOD benefi ts. The fi rst nine digits are common to a sponsor, the offi -cial said, and the last two digits will iden-tify a specifi c person within the sponsor’s family.

Social Security numbers embedded in the bar codes on the back of identifi ca-tion cards will remain there for the time being, and will be phased out beginning in 2012.

The department will replace identifi -cation cards as they expire.

“Because cards will be replaced upon expiration, it will be approximately four years until all cards are replaced with the DOD ID number,” Major Matoush said.

The identity protection program began in 2008, when DOD started removing So-cial Security numbers from family mem-ber identifi cation cards.

DOD to drop SSNs from ID cards


By Mike JosephStaff Writer

“Exercise, Exercise, Exercise.”That was the operative phrase repeated

for three days last week at Lackland, Ran-dolph and Fort Sam Houston as the installa-tions tested mission readiness to a simulated real world incident.

The Joint Base San Antonio exercise gauged responses to an Anti-Terrorism/CBRNE (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear explosives) attack simultaneously at the three installations. The AT/CBRNE simu-lation is one in a series of scheduled JBSA exercises throughout the year required by Air Force Instructions and directed by the Air Education and Training Command In-spector General.

An Exercise Evaluation Team, or EET, at each installation develops a scenario, objec-tives and events along with inject cards to practice for real world events.

“We try to be as realistic as we possibly can, depending on the situation,” said Ed-ward Killea, EET chief lead, 502nd Air Base Wing OL-A, Lackland. “We look at real world incidents and try to incorporate them into the scenario if we can.

“For example, in an active shooter exer-cise, we go back to the Fort Hood shootings. We can look at that to see how we would respond and recover if a similar situation happened at Lackland.”

The AT/CBRNE exercise started with a two-day build up, March 28-29. Force pro-tection controls, or FPCON levels, changed as information was assembled on possible

terrorist threats at the three JBSA installa-tions. The exercise culminated with a simu-lated Tabun chemical attack simultaneously at the JBSA installations on March 30.

The 802nd Security Forces Squadron, 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron emergency personnel, and 59th Medical Wing respond-ed to the simulated attack on a Lackland building on an unseasonably cold and windy morning.

Lackland EET members made observa-tions and evaluations at the training exer-cise, held on the base’s basic military train-ing south side at the end of Carswell Avenue. Those fi ndings were then forwarded to the 502nd ABW EET offi ce for review.

Personnel from 59th MDW permanent party and Air Force Basic Military Training trainees simulated the casualties: three dead, 44 injured and four with no symptoms.

For the exercise, prior information over the fi rst two days indicated to the bases the possible use of Tabun in the simulated at-tack. The fi rst responders to the scene were security forces and fi re department, and medical personnel. The incident command-er requested bio-environmental personnel to detect the chemical used in the attack.

“There were certain things we couldn’t do because of the weather, so we simulated them,” Mr. Killea said. “In those situations, we used verbal responses as an example from the Incident Commander to evaluate a particular area of the operation that was simulated.

“Overall, I believe Lackland’s portion of the exercise was satisfactory; we can meet the mission.”

Ready, set, exercise

JBSA prepares for real-world emergency

Photo by Robbin CresswellSenior Airman Brandon Ruebsamen, 559th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, uses a multi-gas meter to de-tect changes in the atmosphere, such as reduced oxygen levels and possible presence of chemicals, during an anti-terrorism exer-cise March 30.


By Sue Campbell59th Medical Wing Public Affairs

Two 59th Medical Wing construction projects here have won Air Force Design Awards. The MacKown Dental Clinic and Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center received honor awards, signifying the “best in concept design.”

Lt. Gen. Loren Reno, Air Force Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Installations and Mission Support, announced the winners of the 2011 Air Force Design Awards March 17.

“Each winner clearly demonstrated the highest level of design excellence, and I offer my most sin-cere congratulations on winning these prestigious awards,” General Reno said in his announcement.

The awards, established in 1976, are presented annually to recognize and promote design excel-lence.

“Each year, we make an effort to secure judg-es of the highest professional standards, blending progressive professionals who are knowledgeable of design trends in the private sector with excep-tional design professionals currently in government service who understand military terminology and design standards,” said David Duncan, senior archi-

tect with the Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment and the Air Force Design Awards Program manager.

“These two medical facilities are equal to any modern health facility in the private sector,” he said.

The MacKown Dental Clinic project is a nearly 56,000-square foot facility that will replace the cur-rent MacKown Dental Clinic, home of Air Force den-tal residency training. The new building is sched-uled to open in 2012.

“Judges found the design was well integrated with its surroundings; an elaborate, open concept with carefully thought out patient comfort; good use of outdoor space and landscaping to create a relaxed patient experience; and its modern exterior stylings fi t nicely with a technology-centered dental facility,” Mr. Duncan said.

The Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center proj-ect is a 681,000-square foot facility that will replace the current Wilford Hall Medical Center. Construc-tion of this building is scheduled to be completed in 2015.

“Judges found this design was outstanding in its use of materials to create a holistic healing envi-ronment; well-ordered for visitor and patient ori-entation; excellent use of a ‘main street’ mall for orientation and wayfi nding for each clinic module; and a very prominent appearance for a landmark facility on Lackland,” Mr. Duncan said.

A special ceremony for award recipients is set for July 28 in Washington D.C.

Medical buildings win AF design awards

Courtesy graphicThe MacKown Dental Clinic won the 2011 Air Force De-sign Award for best concept design. The project is a nearly 56,000-square foot facility that will replace the current MacKown Dental Clinic, home of Air Force dental residency training. The new building is scheduled to open in 2012.


Lackland pays tribute to FiestaBy Mike JosephStaff Writer

The telltale signs that Fiesta and its unique springtime San Antonio experi-ence is underway are defi ned by the roadside wild fl owers, trees spreading pollen and the smell of a freshly mowed lawn.

Those signs also signal Lackland’s participation in Fiesta, which continues through April 17. About 1,000 people representing the base will take part in honoring Fiesta 2011 with its annual parade Wednesday, an event open to the public. Between 1,500 and 2,000 people are expected to attend.

The hour-long festivities start at 9:30 a.m. on the parade grounds be-hind 37th Training Wing headquarters on Kenly Avenue, Bldg. 2484, and are followed by an invitation-only reception for Fiesta royalty and offi cials.

Parking at the parade grounds and the child development center is re-served that morning for off base visi-tors attending the event. Active-duty personnel should park at the Gateway Club, wing headquarters or Godfather’s pizza.

“It’s only natural that the bond be-tween San Antonio and the military extends to Fiesta,” said Master Sgt. Gregory Pendleton, 737th Training

Group, NCO in charge of Military Drill and Ceremonies. “The Lackland Fiesta parade is an opportunity to showcase the base to the community.”

At the parade, Col. William H. Mott V, 37th TRW commander, will present 37th TRW Fiesta Medals to Sam Bell Steves II, 2011 Fiesta Commission president; William Mitchell, King Antonio LXXXIX; and Bill Drain, El Rey Feo LXIII.

Parade participants include the 37th TRW, 37th Training Group, 802nd Mis-sion Support Group, Defense Language Institute, Inter-American Air Forces Academy, the 341st Training Squad-ron’s military working dogs and their handlers, Military Training Instructors,

59th Medical Wing, and fi rst graders from Lackland Independent School Dis-trict.

The nine Joint Base San Antonio mil-itary ambassadors will also be in the Lackland parade and involved in more than 50 events before Fiesta concludes, including appearances in the Battle of Flowers parade, the Texas Cavaliers river parade and the Fiesta Flambeau parade.

The 323rd Training Squadron Drum and Bugle Corps, the Air Force Band of the West and special guests the U.S. Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps will provide music for the Lackland event.

help someone for days, weeks, even years down the line.”

Answering a question about the skill sets the Air Force needs to cul-tivate in its military and civilian forces, Chief Cody said, “The effect each of our military and civil-ian members has on the entire service is greater than it’s ever been. The young people coming up now are so much differ-ent than when some of us came in. Skills that deal with the transfer of information are what we need to be able to cul-tivate and exploit in the future. If you’re illiterate – from an information technology standpoint – it’s going to be harder for you to survive in the Air Force.”

Addressing a question about the repeal of the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” law on openly gay ser-vice members, General Rice emphasized, “We all have to be profes-sional. We understand that based on factors like people’s experienc-es, upbringing, religion, etc., it will be different for everyone.”

Chief Cody added, “Standards of conduct will not change. There will be bumps along the road, just as there is with any change of policy.

“We expect you to treat people with dignity and respect,” the gen-eral stressed.

“We’re all in this to-gether and we will work our way through this. How we approach this, defi nes who we are as an Air Force.”

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By Sue Campbell59tn Medical Wing Public Affairs

Members of Lackland conclud-ed 2011 Federal Women’s Week events with an awards breakfast at the Gateway Club on April 1.

The event’s keynote speaker was retired Air Force Chap-lain (Maj. Gen.) Lorraine Potter, who served as Chief, Air Force Chaplain Service, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. Chaplain Potter was the fi rst woman ordained by the Ameri-can Baptist Churches USA in the state of Rhode Island in 1971. She became the fi rst woman chaplain in the United States Air Force, commissioned in 1973; and was the fi rst woman chaplain in all

military services to be promoted to colonel in 1992, brigadier gen-eral in 1999, and major general in 2001.

During the event, awards were presented to the following in-dividuals who made signifi cant contributions to federal women’s programs during the last year:

Field Grade Offi cerMaj. Raquel Trevino

59th Inpatient Operations Group

Company Grade Offi cer1st Lt. Kathiuska Lamb-Rodriguez

59th Laboratory Squadron

Senior NCOMaster Sgt. Carteralynn Ford

Robert D. Gaylor NCO Academy

Junior NCOTech. Sgt. Mindy Sarrett59th Surgical Special-

ties Squadron

AirmanSenior Airman Saskia Parry

59th Dental Squadron

Senior CivilianPaula Olson

59th Laboratory Squadron

Junior CivilianRebecca Friemel

59th Dental Squadron

Military SpouseStarlite Dye

Lackland selects Federal Women’s Program winners

Photo by Antonio MoranoRetired Air Force Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Lorraine Potter speaks during the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Feder-al Women’s Week Awards Breakfast April 1 at the Gateway Club. The event culminated a week-long celebration that also included a women’s health fair, fun run, luncheon seminar and spiritual retreat.


INSPECTION ATTENTION

Photo by CAP Maj. Robert HieronymusCivil Air Patrol cadets from Frisco, Texas, stand for uniform inspection conducted by NCOs from the Robert D. Gaylor NCO Academy during the CAP Southwest Region six-state competition April 1 at Lackland. The drill team from Sheldon, Texas, won the overall competition and will represent the region at the national CAP drill team and color guard competition later this year.

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FOR PERMANENT PARTY PERSONNEL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING STUDENTS

Catholic and Protestant ServicesEcumenical Lenten Luncheon

Every Wednesday,March 9 – April 13

Noon, Freedom ChapelFellowship Hall, Bldg. 1528

Holy Week and Easter ServicesHoly Thursday, April 21

7 p.m., Catholic Mass withAdoration, Freedom Chapel, Bldg. 1528

Good Friday, April 222 p.m., Catholic Good Friday

Service, Freedom Chapel, Bldg. 15285 p.m., Protestant Service,

Freedom Chapel, Bldg. 1528

Holy Saturday, April 238 p.m., Catholic Easter Vigil,Freedom Chapel, Bldg. 1528

Easter Sunday, April 247 a.m., Easter Sunrise

Service, Parade GroundsRegular Sunday Services at Freedom Chapel

Orthodox Christian Easter Sunday, April 24Airmen Memorial Chapel, Bldg. 54329:30 a.m., Orthodox Christian Service

Jewish ServicesAirmen Memorial Chapel, Bldg. 5432

PassoverApril 18, 4 – 8 p.m.

April 19, 8 – 10:30 a.m.,April 25 – 26, 8 – 10:30 a.m.

ShavuotJune 7, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Evening Service

June 8 – 9, 8 – 10:30 a.m.,Shavuot Morning Service

Lackland Conservation CornerENERGY AWARENESS!

Many appliances continue to draw a small amount of power even when switched off.In the average home, 75% of the electricity consumed to power home electronics is

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for people to get a close look at the reptiles they may see around their own homes.

Kevin Porteck, AF-CEE’s natural resources subject matter expert, and Blaine Eaton with the South Texas Her-petology Association answered hundreds of questions and dispelled a fair number of myths about snakes during the expo. They held an hour-long presentation in a meeting room near the end of the expo to pro-vide more information about snakes and to give people the opportunity to hold a few of the non-venomous ones.

Lt. Col. David Chin, a member of the Air Force Medical Operations Agency, said he enjoyed the kickoff expo, includ-ing the snakes.

“It was nice and had a

good variety of informa-tion and organizations represented,” he said.

In addition to informa-tion gathering, expo at-tendees could sign up for four community cleanup events scheduled over the coming weeks.

The fi rst took place April 1 in San Pedro Park and included clean-ing away old shrubs, planting new rose bush-es, picking up trash and painting structures.

They also signed up to pledge their support to earth-friendly practices at work and at home through the One Million Acts of Green Website.

These include simple acts like turning off the water when brushing teeth to “green” home renovations.

For more information on other San Antonio Armed Forces Earth Day events, visit www.afcee.af.mil.

EARTH from P4

Offi cials consolidate personnel processes, actionsBy Tech. Sgt. Steve GreverAir Force Personnel, Services and Manpower Public Affairs

RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE – Air Force person-nel offi cials here will be assuming some personnel actions from Air Education and Training Command bases over the next four months to help reduce workloads on base military personnel sections.

Master Sgt. Joseph Smith, the Air Force Person-nel Center’s sustainment superintendent, said AFPC has started processing limited duty status, change-of-reporting-offi cial updates and decorations re-quests for three AETC bases that were originally managed by base military personnel sections.

“Lackland, Randolph and Keesler (Air Force bas-es) were the fi rst to use the new process, which re-sulted in reduced personnel processing times from the Air Force average of seven days to less than a day,” Sergeant Smith said.

To standardize these processes, Staff Sgt. Mar-vetta Graham Harper, and other personnel techni-cians from the Total Force Service Center, revamped training aides to be used by their offi ce and other personnelists to manage how these personnel ac-tions fl ow from AETC bases to AFPC.

“We revised a training aide for the unit com-mander or their designated representative and our

technicians here to ensure training is standard-ized,” Sergeant Harper said.

Capt. Michael Meek, the TFSC’s sustainment life-cycle chief, said AFPC offi cials have been conduct-ing base-level service delivery module transactions at Lackland, Randolph and Keesler AFBs to evalu-ate what benefi ts the Air Force would gain from transferring this work from the military personnel sections and standardizing training.

“Each base does it a little bit differently, and we have our personnel technicians teaching Air-men how to do it one way,” Captain Meek said. “Standardizing our processes helps us gain more effi ciencies in how we do business.”

The TFSC represents a fundamental shift in the way the Air Force delivers personnel services to Airmen and commanders, said Lt. Col. Steven Zubo-wicz, the center’s operations chief.

“By centralizing specifi c base-level service de-livery module transactions within the TFSC, we are attempting to alleviate some of the workload from base-level military personnel sections while increasing the accuracy and speed of service to commanders and Airmen,” Colonel Zubowicz said. “Thus far, the concept has proven viable at three AETC bases. By expanding to all of AETC, we will be testing our internal ability to handle a much higher case volume.”

AFPC offi cials anticipate these personnel actions will be transferred from the remaining AETC bases by the end of June. For more information on BLS-DM initiatives, call the TFSC at 800-525-0102, or use the form on the personnel services website at https://gum-crm.csd.disa.mil under “My Account”using the “E-mail Us” link on the left side of the website.

“Lackland, Randolph and Keesler (Air Force bases) were the fi rst to use the new process, which resulted in reduced personnel processing times

from the Air Force average of seven days to less than a day.”– Master Sgt. Joseph Smith

Air Force Personnel Center sustainment superintendent

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(Ex)changing places Army drill sergeant pushes BMT flight

Photos by Alan BoedekerArmy Staff Sgt. David Peters leads Flight 258 from the 322nd Training Squadron down the bomb run on the Air Force Basic Military Training parade grounds during graduation practice Tuesday.

By Mike JosephStaff Writer

When Army Staff Sgt. David Peters marches Air Force Basic Military Training Flight 258 past review-ing officials in this morning’s parade, it completes one half of a basic training instructor exchange between services.

The drill sergeant-military training instructor exchange has given the Air Force and Army an op-portunity to evaluate basic training processes from another prospective by subject matter experts – NCOs who develop future military leaders on a daily basis.

Though some parts of basic training are service specific and methods may vary, the objective for both services’ training instructors remains the same.

“The end state regardless of what service we’re talking about – the Army and what I’ve seen with the Air Force – is we’re looking to develop agile and adaptive Airmen and Soldiers, leaders that can think on their own and accomplish the mission,” said Sergeant Peters, a 14-year veteran and Army drill sergeant the past two years.

“Leading Soldiers or leading Airmen is really no different. I’m an NCO and I’m going to do my best to train them.”

The idea for a training cycle drill sergeant-MTI ex-change began to formulate last year when Army Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, then deputy commanding gen-eral of Initial Military Training for the Training and Doctrine Command, visited Lackland to see Soldiers who were training on base.

It gathered momentum after General Hertling invited Col. William H. Mott V, 37th Training Wing commander, to tour Army basic training at Fort Ben-ning, Ga.

“We had a great visit looking at what was just a little bit different,” Colonel Mott said. “They’re differ-ent words and a different environment, but it’s the same character development operation.

“We had a discussion about (a long-term) ex-change but I wasn’t ready. When I was approached about trying it for one class, I said, ‘I’m in. Let’s do it.’”

After working out the details, Sergeant Peters ar-rived at Lackland in early February and Staff Sgt. Joshua Hite, a 322nd Training Squadron MTI, went to Sergeant Peters’ unit, Delta Company, 2nd Battal-

ion, 47th Infantry at Fort Benning to train Army recruits for 9.5 weeks.

The Army drill sergeant and Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brian Fisher, Sergeant Peters’ MTI team instructor/trainer during the exchange, picked up the 322nd TRS flight in Week Zero. Today’s parade ends Sergeant Peters’ 8.5 week-exchange.

Senior Master Sgt. Laroy Newhouse, 322nd TRS training superintendent, said the exchange has been a good experience and Sergeant Peters helped make it a success.

“We hate to lose him,” Sergeant New-house said. “He’s grown on us and we like having him around.

“He’s gained the respect and loyalty of his flight and peer instructors. Sergeant Peters brought with him the same mentality as our instructors here – professionalism and the same order and discipline we expect from our instructors.”

Lt. Col. Peter Ohotnicky, 322nd TRS com-mander, was also impressed by the Army drill sergeant.

“He did a great job and fit in,” Colonel Ohotnicky said. “I think the trainees enjoyed the experience as well.

“It’s really neat for our MTIs to interact with Sergeant Peters about how (the Army) does business. It’s been a neat experience to host him.”

Sergeant Peters came to BMT with an open mind, not knowing what to expect. He said the Air Force’s attention to detail, drill and graduation requirements were some of the differences in the two services’ training along with the obvious – terminology and methods.

The veteran Soldier was confident in helping to prepare the training flight for Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training week, also sharing his knowledge on weap-ons and infantry skills.

Sergeant Newhouse said Sergeant Peters’ expertise in field training, self aid buddy care and the M-16 rifle were beneficial to the trainees and MTIs.

“He had a good time at the BEAST and the flights did well,” Sergeant Newhouse said. “He’s definitely given us a lot of input, and his ability to communicate to the flight and his chain of command has been awe-some.”

When Sergeant Peters and Flight 258 come down the bomb run this morning, he knows the moment belongs to the Air Force’s newest Airmen, but he can’t help but share a similar sense of accomplish-ment.

“The biggest thing I told (the trainees) is that parade and retreat is not necessar-ily for them, it’s for the families,” he said. “This is their time to shine for their fam-ily. I really don’t think that’s any different whether it’s an Airman or a Soldier.”

Army Staff Sgt. David Peters demonstrates how to complete an obstacle at the Air Force Basic Military Training Obstacle Course at Lackland, March 10. Sergeant Peters, a drill sergeant from Fort Benning, Ga., is serving as a military training instructor with the 322nd Training Squadron as part of an exchange program with the Army.


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COMMUNITY

FIESTA POSTER DESIGNER VISIT

Cecilia Paz Mujica, who designed the 2011 offi cial Fiesta poster, will be at the base ex-change today to sign posters, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

T-shirts with the poster printed on them are also available at the BX.

FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDER JOBS

Family child care needs indi-viduals interested in caring for children and also has positions available in the extended child care program for individuals who can care for children with special needs or chronic health problems including HIV positive. Startup ma-terials and training are provided.

For more information, call the FCC offi ce at 671-3376 or 671-3380 to sign up for orientation; provider applications are available in Bldg. 6629.

AF CHILD CARE REQUIREMENTS

Air Force Instruction 34-276, family child care programs,

prohibits the use of privatized or base quarters for child care unless licensed by the 802nd Mission Support Group commander.

Additionally, unlicensed provid-ers are not permitted to advertise in base publications or post adver-tisements on base bulletin boards. Licensed homes can be identifi ed by the FCC logo displayed in the window or on the front door.

For more information, contact the FCC offi ce at 671-3791 or 671-3376.

SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION MEETING

A general membership meeting of the Air Force Sergeants Associa-tion, Chapter 1076, is April 16, 4 p.m., at the Gateway Club.

For more information, visit www.afsa1076.org.

NON-CERTIFIED CPR CLASS

A non-certifi ed CPR class for parents or caretakers of children is April 19, 10 a.m., at Wilford Hall Medical Center, classroom B, room 9D09.

To enroll, call Family Advocacy at 292-5967.

CLASSIFIED ASSETS REGISTRATION

All equipment and supply custo-dians who receive classifi ed assets must be registered in enterprise solution-supply by April 22 with the standard asset supply system migrating to ES-S.

Self registration instructions are available at https://www.my.af.mil/gcss-ess/ess/admin/user/access/useraccess/index.shtml. Completed customer information should be e-mailed to 802nd Logistics Readi-ness Squadron customer service at [email protected] or the [email protected] inbox.

For self registration questions, contact 802nd LRS customer service at 671-3801, 671-3611 or 671-2575.

SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICE MENTORS

The Joint Base San Antonio School Liaison Offi ces need adults to serve as mentors for students

in elementary, middle and high school.

Mentors may participate in a variety of activities with students.

For more information, contact Lori Phipps at 671-3722 or email the school liaison offi ce at [email protected].

CINDERELLA’S CLOSET

Cinderella’s Closet provides free rental of special occasion dresses to military spouses and dependents. The closet, located in the Airman’s Attic, is operated by the Lackland Enlisted Spouses Club with support from the Airman’s Attic, Thrift Shop, Lackland Top Three and Fort Sam Houston Spouses Club. Customers must dry clean the gown before returning it.

Call Linda Slater at 455-6005 to schedule an appointment.

PROM DONATIONS

Brooke Army Medical Center has adopted Cole High School and is accepting donations to help the students get ready for prom. Items

needed include formal dresses, bridesmaid dresses, shoes and accessories (purses, jewelry, etc.). Donations are needed by April 20.

For pick up arrangements or more information, call Staff Sgt. Kathia McConnico at 916-6421.

ASIAN PACIFIC HERITAGE COMMITTEE

The Asian Pacifi c Heritage Com-mittee is looking for volunteers for upcoming events.

Meetings are every Friday, 3 p.m., in Bldg. 9225, second fl oor faculty development room.

SUPPLY TRAINING

The 802nd Logistics Readiness Squadron’s equipment accountability offi ce supply training is the third Wednesday of each month in Bldg. 5160, second fl oor commander’s conference room, 8 a.m.

The class covers introduction to general supply training, benchstock training and supplemental-refresher training for supply custodians.

For registration, call Ray Holland or Bethany Cuevas at 671-3803.

LocalBRIEFS

Air Force Aid Society 671-3722Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722Airman’s Attic 671-1780Base Post Offi ce 671-1058Bowling Center 671-2271DEERS 800-538-9552Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722Family Child Care 671-3376Legal Offi ce 671-3362Library 671-3610Medical Appointment Line 916-9900MPF ID Cards 671-6006Outdoor Recreation 925-5532TRICARE Info 800-444-5445Thrift Shop 671-3600

Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club www.lacklandesc.orgLackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.comLackland ISD www.lacklandisd.netLackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club www.lacklandosc.orgLackland Public website www.lackland.af.milMy Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com

KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES CHAPEL SERVICES Christian

CatholicMonday-Friday:Freedom ChapelMass, 11:30 a.m.

Wilford Hall ChapelMass, 11 a.m

Saturday:Freedom ChapelConfessions, 4:45 p.m.Mass, 5:30 p.m.

Sunday:Freedom ChapelReligious Ed., 9 a.m.Mass, 11 a.m.

Hope ChapelHispanic Mass, 8 a.m.

Wilford Hall ChapelMass, 3 p.m.

OrthodoxSunday:Airmen Memorial ChapelDivine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.Religious Ed., 10:45 a.m.

ProtestantSaturday:Gateway ChapelSeventh-Day AdventistService, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Sunday:Airmen Memorial ChapelLiturgical Service, 8 a.m.

Hope ChapelSpanish Contemporary,12:45 p.m.Contemporary, 11 a.m.

Freedom ChapelContemporary Service,9:30 a.m.Gospel Service,

12:30 p.m.Children’s ChurchprovidedReligious Ed., 11 a.m.Wednesday and Thursday:Bible Study, 6 p.m.

Sunday:Gateway ChapelThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Wilford Hall ChapelTraditional Service, 1:30 p.m.

IslamicFriday:Defense LanguageInstituteStudent CenterFaith Study, 1:30 p.m.Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 p.m.Sunday:

Religious Ed., 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

JewishFriday:Airmen Memorial ChapelSabbath Eve Service,5:45 p.m.Religious Ed., 4:30 p.m.

Wicca1st Wednesday:Freedom Chapel Room 8,San Antonio Military Open Circle, 6:15 p.m.

BuddistSunday:BMT Reception Center,10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

For more information,contact the chapel staff:Freedom Chapel • 671-4208Gateway Chapel • 671-2911

Hope Chapel • 671-2941WHMC Chapel • 292-7373

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APRIL 8FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT SEMINAR

A seminar on “How to Apply for Federal Employment” is today, 1-3 p.m., at the Airman and Family Readi-ness Center.

The class teaches participants how to enhance the job-hunting process.

For more information, call 671-3722.

APRIL 11RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR

A return and reunion seminar is Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Air-man and Family Readiness Center.

The seminar is an informal forum about the stress families and individuals experience during their separation.

For more information or to make reservations for the seminar, call 671-3722.

APRIL 12PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL

Protestant Women of the Chapel

meets for Bible study Tuesday, 10 a.m., at Freedom Chapel with children ministry during the meeting.

For more information on the Bible study, call 671-4208.

APRIL 12-14A three-day transition assistance

program for separating or retiring senior leadership is Tuesday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, at the Airman and Family Readi-ness Center.

The program is presented by the Department of Labor and the Texas Workforce Commission, and focuses on how to job search and employ-ment-related topics.


APRIL 14PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL

Protestant Women of the Chapel meets for Bible study Thursday, 6 p.m., at Freedom Chapel.


APRIL 15SPECIAL NEEDS TRANSITION CLASS

A brown bag lunch seminar, “Spe-cial Needs Transition to Adulthood,” is April 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

Dot O’Donnell, the regional coordinator of Area Region 20, will talk about how to prepare for the transition to adulthood for parents

of children and young adults with disabilities.


APRIL 18RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR

A return and reunion seminar is April 18, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Air-man and Family Readiness Center.

The seminar is an informal forum about the stress families and individuals experience during their separation.


APRIL 19DISABILITY TAP SEMINAR

A disability transition assistance program seminar is April 19, 11 a.m. to noon, at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

The seminar provides separating or retiring personnel with information on the criteria and benefi ts to be considered a disabled veteran.


PRE-SEPARATION RETIREES CLASS

A mandatory counseling class for pre-separation retirees is April 19, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

Attendees will be briefed about benefi ts and services.

For more information, or to regis-

ter call 671-3722.

PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL

Protestant Women of the Chapel meets for Bible study April 19, 10 a.m., at Freedom Chapel with children ministry during the meeting.


RESUME WRITING CLASS

A class on writing an effective resume is Tuesday, 1-3 p.m., at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

For more information or to register, call 671-3722.

APRIL 20FORCE MANAGEMENT TAP CLASS

A one-day transition assistance program for separating or retiring Force management personnel is April 20, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Airman and Family Readiness center.

The class provides job search techniques and information on veter-ans’ benefi ts. For more information, call 671-3722.

What’s Happening � � Family Support Events

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MONTHLY MEETINGSENLISTED SPOUSES’ CLUB

The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month at the AFRC, Bldg. 1249. For more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org.

OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB

The Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the month at the Kelly Club. For more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org.MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN

The Military Council of Catholic Women meets the fi rst Friday of the month, 10 a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208.


LAST WEEK’S FC2 WINNER

Daniel Ayon completed 40 body-weight dead lifts, 60 push-ups, 20 burpee to pull-up sets and 30 knee tuck jumps in 4 minutes, 53 seconds.

No women fi nished.

SPORTSUpcoming

Scoreboard

Varsity The women’s team placed fi fth out of 20 teams at the 27th Annual Bluebonnet Softball Tournament this past weekend. Cynthia Fleming (.692 BA) led the team.

National W L1. NIOC 2 02. 433rd AW 1 0 3. 802nd OSS 1 1 4. Navy-Marines 1 15. 543rd Spt Sq 1 1 6. 93rd IS 0 1 7. 688th IOW 0 2

American W L1. LAB 2 0 2. Crypto Div 1 0 3. 701st MP Bn 1 0 4. Security Forces 1 15. AFISRA 0 16. 717th MI Bn 0 17. 624th OC 0 2

Competitive W L1. Radiology 2 0 2. 343rd TRS 2 03. CES 1 1 4. 737th TRG 1 1 5. FSS 1 1 6. 668th ALIS 1 1 7. 149th FW 0 2 8. Dental 0 2

Men playoffs April 4 – Crypto Div. No. 1 beat IAAFA, 2-1; Crypto Div. No. 2 beat 33rd NWS, 2-1; 543rd Spt Gp beat Crypto Div. No. 2, 2-0; 543rd Spt Gp beat 737th TRG, 2-0.

Women W L1. Med Ops Gp 7 0 2. 737th TRG 5 1 3. AFISRA 3 3 4. Crypto Div 1 55. IAAFA 0 6

VOLLEYBALL

SOFTBALL

By Patrick DesmondSports Editor

In light of the Air Force Recruiting Services’ decision to renew sponsorship of Richard Petty Motorsports’ No. 43 car, NASCAR driver A.J. Allmendinger visited Randolph and Lackland to see what the Airmen do for a living.

Already six races into the 2011 Sprint Cup Series season, Allmendinger’s pitstop in San Antonio was part of the AFRS’ Dip into the Blue program, a chance to learn about the Air Force’s different missions and way of life.

“I’m an only child and never been a part of a military family,” the fi ve-year NASCAR driver said.

“Sometimes, you just let yourself focus on your own little box: racing has been my life. It’s because of the military I get to live in my small box.”

His fi rst year sponsored by the Air Force, Allmendinger said he felt the need to keep pace with the military despite a tight racing schedule.

“Even though I’ve probably seen only about fi ve percent of the Air Force now, I now more of what it’s all about,” All-mendinger said. “It’s important to me to be here and to see it in person.”

His tour included visits to Randolph’s high school and the AFRS headquarters, and a trip to Lackland for a meeting with Col. William H. Mott V, 37th Training Wing

commander, lunch with basic military trainees, a military working dog demon-stration and a trek through the Basic Ex-peditionary Airman Skills Training course at the Lackland Training Annex.

The most impressive thing about the visit, Allmendinger said, was seeing all “the different departments” and “the depth and number of jobs and career paths” in the Air Force.

“You only hear about jet and fi ghter planes,” he said. “But every job is impor-tant. The Air Force is enormous, like one big, well-oiled machine.”

The No. 43 Ford Fusion will feature the

Air Force paint scheme in two of 36 races this season, one in Charlotte on Memorial Day weekend, and the other in Daytona on Independence Day weekend.

“Two great races; two great celebra-tions,” Allmendinger said, adding that he’s also lucky to have the Paralyzed Veterans of America as sponsors as well.

“It’s pretty cool to have the Air Force and the military on the car during those races. Now, we just have to go win one.”

Allmendinger races the Samsung Mobile 500 at the Texas Motor Speedway Saturday.

Photo by Robbin Cresswell

A.J. Allmendinger, NASCAR driver for the Air Force-sponsored No. 43 car, and Master Sgt. Charles Davidson, Operations NCO, take a gator for a spin at the Basic Expeditionary Airman Skills Training course April 6. Mr. Allmendinger spent the day touring Randolph and Lackland.

29 – years old5 – years driving NASCAR13,316,309 – dollars in career winnings

14 – Sprint Cup ranking3 – top-fi ve fi nishes 17 – top-10 fi nishes

A.J. Allmendinger by the numbers

AF-sponsored NASCAR driver tours installations


By Patrick DesmondSports Editor

Wounded warrior Israel Del Toro con-tinues to improve his quality of life by way of different professional and sport-ing mechanisms. The latest, a custom-made Catrike Expedition, takes his love of competition to the next level.

Returning to active duty despite dis-abling injuries received during combat, Del Toro trained to become an instruc-tor, graduated from the Gaylor NCO Academy, and most recently, again qualifi ed for the Armed Forces’ Olym-pic-style competition, the Wounded Warrior Games, May 16-21.

The acquisition of his own racing re-cumbent bike, specifi cally designed for Del Toro’s body, gives the wounded war-rior an edge he didn’t have during his fi rst attempt at the 10K ride in Colorado Springs, Colo.

“Last year, I had to leave the gear in second the whole time,” Del Toro said, not able to manipulate the gearshift on the left handle.

This time, the gearshifts for both front and back tires are located on the right handle of the bike’s carbon-fi ber

frame, making shifting as easy as fl ip-ping a switch on top or twisting the handle.

In addition to a custom fi t, Del Toro said having the bike allows for more time to train beyond the allotted week given to all competitors prior to the games.

But Del Toro is not merely satisfi ed with one event. This year, he’s adding the 100-meter dash and the air rifl e competition events to his repertoire.

He will also be returning to the bronze-medal winning Air Force volley-ball and wheelchair basketball teams.

Despite fi ve events, pushing himself is nothing new to the former high school and current Airman athlete.

“I’m challenging myself to see how much better I can get,” he said, “to see if I can continue to get better over the years.”

Accordingly, his training week is stacked: three 10K bike rides, a few runs, and weekends spent at the shoot-ing range.

He’s also extrinsically motivated by the atmosphere of the games and the other competitors.

“People say they get inspired by me,”

Del Toro said. “But I get inspired by the other servicemembers and what they accomplish.”

In an essay to the Air Force team outlining why he should be accepted, Del Toro described what it means to be at the games.

“You’re there for your teammates, for good and bad,” he added about the 24 other Airmen he’ll be joining.

Being a teammate, he continued, means giving others “praise when they’re doing good and telling the truth even though sometimes it hurts.”

And fi nally, Del Toro said there’s an-other draw to returning to the Olympic training facility in Colorado.

“The roar of the crowd,” Del Toro re-members. “That’s what I miss. It makes me feel just a little bit like I used to prior to the injury.”

Del Toro continues teaching as a Tac-tical Air Control Party instructor and will continue training during the weeks leading up to the 2011 Wounded War-rior Games. He will gain a sense of the paralympic-style competition before the military games when he competes at the Texas Regional Games in San Antonio April 15.

Photos by Robbin CresswellIsrael Del Toro, 342nd Training Squadron, steers his custom made recumbent bike past Forbes Hall during a training ride at the Lackland Train-ing Annex Tuesday. The recumbent bike 10K is one of fi ve events Del Toro is preparing for in anticipation of his participation in the 2011 Wounded Warrior Games May 16-21.

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