A PUBLICATION OF THE 502d AIR BASE WING –

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, TEXAS • www.lackland.af.mil • Vol. 68 No. 6 • FEBRUARY 12, 2010

INSIDE Commentary 2 Recognition 6 What’s Happening 22

News & Features

Troops to Teachers 4

Officer promotions 7

Photo by Airman 1st Class Myles Stepp Staff Sgt. Armando Irizarry, a lineman with the 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron, repairs a power line near the dormitories Feb 3. Sergeant Irizarry and volunteers from the 802nd CES helped Airman’s Attic 14 Altus recover from a severe ice storm that knocked out power to the base Jan. 28. CES aids ice storm recovery ops High school basketball 24 By Mike Joseph power and damaging power lines, facilities 802nd CES. “You just put your boots on, Staff Writer and communications throughout the base. get your tools and go help, because it Lacking enough equipment and man- might be you who needs help one morn- After a severe winter storm blanketed power for the recovery efforts, Altus offi- ing.” southwestern Oklahoma with a destructive cials requested assistance through Air Two Lackland teams, all volunteers, layer of ice Jan. 28, nine members of the Education and Training Command. AETC arrived Jan. 31 with two 200-watt genera- 802nd Civil Engineer Squadron assisted officials contacted Lackland for help Jan. tors and two bucket trucks. They returned with recovery efforts at Altus Air Force 29 and the first volunteer team was on the home Feb. 6 after full power was restored Base, Okla. road the next morning. the previous day; Altus resumed normal With ice accumulations exceeding 1.5 “My father raised me that when your operations Feb. 8. View the Talespinner online at www.lackland.af.mil inches, the storm caused significant dam- neighbor calls for help, you don’t ask him age to Altus, completely knocking out why,” said Jerry Delp, a lineman from the See STORM P12 PAGE 2 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 COMMENTARY Lorenz on Leadership A mentor’s influence By Gen. Stephen Lorenz Colonel Henjum was the kind of Colonel Henjum passed away after Air Education and Training Command commander person who was easy to look up to battling a long illness. His son, Mark, and even easier to follow. asked if I would speak at his father’s – Mentors touch When he took me and my aca- memorial service. our lives and help shape us into the people that we demic worries under his wing, I was I was touched by his request and are today. We value mentorship in the Air Force and proud to be there. I knew that his spent hours trying to find the right both develop it in our subordinates while seeking it guidance, combined with persist- words to convey how great a person from our supervisors. I like to think that one cannot ence and determination on my part, had just left our earth. I wanted to have enough mentors, nor can one mentor enough. would lead me through the chal- make sure everyone understood the I’ve had many through the years, but one sticks out lenge. In the end, it most certainly lasting difference he made in the above the rest. This particular mentor touched my did. lives of others. life in two important ways – separated by nearly 40 When I walked across the stage When it was my turn to speak, it years. with the rest of the Class of 1973, I came from my heart. I told the crowd While a cadet at the U.S. Air Force Academy, I strode with the confidence that about a man who dedicated his life to struggled to keep my grades up. I was on the dean’s Colonel Henjum had helped build serving and helping others. When I “other list” six of eight semesters. Now, in the end, I within me. He had been a crucial finished, his son rose to speak. While managed to defeat my academic demons and gradu- part of my academy experience listening to Mark’s story, I found ate with a commission in 1973, but I certainly didn’t and, in many ways, part of who I Gen. Stephen Lorenz Colonel Henjum leading me on do it alone. I owe my success in large part to my am today. I kept in touch with another journey. I was touched and academic advisor and mentor, Col. Joe Henjum. Colonel Henjum over the years, often thanking him want to share the story with you. Now, Colonel Henjum wasn’t what I expected for making a difference in my life. I never imagined A few months ago, Mark accompanied his father when I met him for the first time in 1971. To be that his influence would impact me all over again, to the hospital ... and they both knew what was honest, I don’t think I knew what to expect. He had especially at this point in my career. about to happen. The doctor was going to tell been awarded the Silver Star for heroism while fly- The second time Colonel Henjum touched my life ing helicopters in Vietnam. I quickly learned that began with tragic news. On Jan. 1 of this year, See LORENZ P4 FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 News WISDOM FROM THE CHIEF BRIEFS TEAM LACKLAND AWARDS The Team Lackland fourth quarter awards luncheon is Feb. 19, 11:30 a.m, at the Gateway Club. Contact your first sergeant or unit rep- resentative for tickets.

COMMISSARY OPEN ON HOLIDAY The Lackland commissary will open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on President’s Day, Monday, which is a federal holiday.

BASE VALENTINE ACTIVITIES A variety of activities are available for adults and children at Lackland to cele- brate Valentine’s Day weekend. A special Valentine’s Day buffet is today, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Kelly Field Club. The price is $9.95 a person. Call 924-7341 for information. The Gateway Club will host a pre- Valentine’s sweetheart dinner and dance Saturday in the Fiesta ballroom, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The cost is $26.95 per person or Photo by Robbin Cresswell $49.95 per couple. Reservations are Chief Master Sgt. Juan Lewis, 502nd Air Base Wing command chief, welcomes Airmen to the Additional Duty First Sergeant required. Call 645-7034 for information. Seminar at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy auditorium Monday. The week-long seminar provided NCOs and Senior NCOs Youth, ages 9-12, can attend a pre- serving as additional duty or backup first sergeants the training they need to fulfill key leadership roles when the need arises. teen Valentine social tonight. The cost is $1 for youth center members and $2 for non-members. Call 671-2388 for details. Air Force participating in summer program Teens, ages 13-18, will have a dance at the youth center Saturday, 8-11 p.m. RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE – Air May 15 through Sept. 30. The program offers flexibility for Cost is $2 for members and $4 for non- Force organizations have the opportu- The annual WRP call was sent out to both summer internships that guaran- members. nity to begin hiring students March 17 the workforce at the end of January. tee students 14 weeks of employment, The arts and crafts center will also for temporary, funded positions as part Ms. Siples said recruiters from partici- and permanent positions for organiza- have activities Friday and Saturday. Call of the 2010 Workforce Recruitment pating agencies interview and screen tions that choose to convert students at 671-2515 for information. Program for College Students with students with disabilities at colleges the conclusion of the summer program. Disabilities. and universities nationwide for the Ms. Siples said participation in the pro- The Air Force is participating this competitive program. gram allows the Air Force to sustain a MOVE TO AFFECT POWER The planned move of a military open summer in the annual program spon- Approximately 1,800 students are world-class and diverse civilian work- sored by the Department of Labor interviewed between the end of force that achieves mission require- bay dormitory on Feb. 20, 8 a.m. to noon, Office of Disability Employment Policy January and the end of February of ments and is technically and occupa- will impact electrical power along the and Department of Defense. each year. tionally competent. travel route. “The Workforce Recruitment These interviews, along with “The Workforce Recruitment The dormitory is being moved from the Program serves as a resource for recruiters’ comments, are entered into Program isn’t just a summer program,” new Airman Training Complex construction employers nationwide to hire qualified the WRP database at www.wrp.gov, Ms. Siples emphasized. “We highly site to the History and Traditions Museum. temporary and permanent employees available to human resource specialists encourage supervisors and managers to Power will be disconnected by base from a variety of fields,” said Michelle and other hiring officials in federal use the student database as a resource electricians for about two hours that Siples, the Air Force Disability Program agencies. to check whenever openings occur in morning at each of the following buildings manager here. Eligibility for the WRP includes stu- their organizations.” along the route: 5100, 5200, 5301, 5206, She added that the program is at no dents who have substantial disabilities; Organizations interested in partici- 5211, 5311, 5408, 5412, 5506, 5612, cost to an organization’s operation and are a U.S. citizen; and are enrolled full pating in the program should contact 5616, 5710, 5710, 7012, 7025, 7206, and maintenance budget, and students who time in an accredited institution of the civilian personnel office at 671- 7214. work in the temporary positions during higher learning or have graduated from 4118. the summer have their salaries paid by an accredited school within the past (Courtesy Air Force Personnel Center DoD. Funding for the program runs year. Public Affairs Office) PAGE 4 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010

Base to hold Troops to Teachers seminar Editorial staff The state coordinator for the Through TTT, financial aid Troops to Teachers program is available to eligible military BRIG. GEN. LEONARD PATRICK, 502ND AIR BASE WING will visit Lackland Feb. 19 to retirees, as well as certain COMMANDER discuss a teaching career with long-term reservists or Nation- OSCAR BALLADARES, interested servicemembers. al Guard members in drilling DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A TTT helps retiring and sepa- status. PUBLIC AFFAIRS rating military veterans transi- An applicant can receive up JOE BELA, tion into a career in the class- to $5,000 to pay for the costs of CHIEF OF INTERNAL room through guidance and a teacher certification pro- COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 financial assistance while gram. SHANNON CARABAJAL, assisting with the nation’s Additionally, those teaching MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 demand for educators. on a high-needs campus may MIKE JOSEPH, Meryl Kettler, Texas TTT qualify to receive a $10,000 STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 coordinator, said the program incentive bonus, according to PATRICK DESMOND, has been very successful in Ms. Kettler. SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, Texas, where it began in 1995. Certification programs are 671-5049 Of the 12,000 veterans who available as a university degree PAUL NOVAK, have become teachers through program or through an alter- DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 the program, 2,000 are from ration and licensure. dantes.doded.mil/dantes_web/ native certification program in Office: Texas. The program is generally troopstoteachers/eligibility.asp. which a candidate completes 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 In order to become a open to military personnel and Ms. Kettler said military accreditation while being paid Lackland AFB, Texas teacher, veterans must com- veterans who: retirees and reservists are as a full-time teacher. 78236-5103 (210) 671-1786; plete a teacher certification • have retired, or will soon teaching all subjects, at all lev- TTT helps eligible veterans (fax) 671-2022 program. “We have a large mil- retire, from active duty, the els, and in all kinds of schools. find the most appropriate certi- E-mail: [email protected] Commander’s Action Line: itary retiree population staying Reserve or the Guard; Overall, 65 percent of the most fication program to meet their actionline@lackland. af.mil. in Texas and seeking second • possess or are eligible for an recent hires from TTT are specific needs. Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) careers. Also, (Texas) has the honorable discharge; teaching in a high-needs school The Teaching as a Second For advertising information: Prime Time Military Newspapers largest number of alternative • separated after Oct. 1, 1990, or in high demand subject Career Seminar will be held 2203 S. Hackberry certification programs offering with more than 6 years of serv- areas including math, science Feb. 19, 1-4 p.m., at the San Antonio, Texas 78210 (210) 534-8848 fully-paid teaching internships ice; or special education. Airman and Family Readiness (fax) 534-7134 to people completing their cer- • are Reserve Component per- In addition to addressing the Center, Bldg. 1249. tification,” she said. sonnel currently serving and national teacher shortage, TTT To register for the seminar, Representatives from area who have more than 10 years supports other educational call Terryca Fuller at 671- This newspaper is published by alternative teacher certification of service. goals, such as increasing the 3722. Prime Time Military Newspapers, a programs will be available dur- To determine eligibility, visit number of male teachers and For more information about private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive ing the seminar to provide the online Self Determination increasing the ethnic diversity Texas TTT, visit www. written contract with Lackland AFB, Texas. This commercial enterprise Air information on teacher prepa- Eligibility Guide at www. of teachers, she said. texastroopstoteachers.org. Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of the Talespinner are not necessarily the LORENZ from P2 ist’s son who was a Marine and currently difference in my life. official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of flying combat missions in Afghanistan. I always like to tell people that they Defense, or the Department of the Air Colonel Henjum that he only had three He reassured the receptionist that her should strive for two things in life: make Force. The appearance of advertising in months left to live. It was an appointment son would come home safely; Marines a difference in people’s lives, and leave this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute they were both dreading. While riding up are excellent pilots the campground better than you found it. endorsement by the Department of to the doctor’s floor, Colonel Henjum Not only had Colonel Henjum met and Colonel Henjum certainly did that Defense, the Department of the Air Force or Prime Time Military greeted the building janitor who shared talked with the receptionist before, but throughout his 75 years. He mentored Newspapers, of the products or services the elevator with them. He complimented he remembered her and took precious me as a cadet at the Air Force Academy advertised. Everything advertised in this the janitor for keeping the building so time to introduce his son. He even and once again just this last month. I publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without clean. thought to reassure her fears with a son couldn’t ask for a better mentor and regard to race, color, religion, sex, The janitor was shocked – no one had deployed to combat operations. friend. national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, ever thanked him before. Colonel Henjum Now, think about it. Colonel Henjum Go and thank those who have guided or any other nonmerit factor of the noticed the building and took the time to was riding the elevator to find out that he you through the years and take time to purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content is edited, notice the janitor. His actions resonated didn’t have much time left. Instead of make a difference in the lives of those prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Office of the 502nd Air Base with me. That janitor would never forget lamenting his fate, he was concerned whom you mentor. Our Air Force is only Wing. All photos, unless otherwise Colonel Henjum. about others. That day, he made a differ- as good as those of us who serve. Let’s all indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. Deadline for submissions is When getting off the elevator, Colonel ence in their lives. Almost 37 years after work hard to make each of us a little bet- noon Thursday the week prior to Henjum introduced Mark to the recep- graduating from the Air Force Academy, ter each and every day – just as Colonel publication. tionist. He told Mark about the reception- Colonel Henjum was once again making a Henjum did for me and many others. FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 STRAIGHTT A L K

By Patrick Desmond It’s kind of a revolving door. They have a variety of things. Well, it’s free. I’m at (Some) stuff is donated from Staff Writer There’s always new stuff Maybe something at home is (Lackland) for a class, and a Airmen who don’t need it coming in. It helps you stock broken, and (Airman’s Attic) guy told me he got his jacket anymore. And, right now I’m up. Today, I’m trying to find a may have it. It’s great that from Airman’s Attic. I didn’t looking for a new blue coat. – How has the Airman’s Attic sweater for the cold weather people donate, and I like the have one so I came over here. Airman 1st Class Anthony Lau, 59th helped you and your family? we’ve been having for the last people here, too. – Anna – Staff Sgt. Scott Ferraris, Maxwell Medical Operations Squadron couple of days. – Senior Airman Stefonowicz, spouse of Air Force AFB, Ala. Josias Senties, 837th Training Reservist Squadron

Stay up-to-date during special events and rough skies. Call 671-NEWS PAGE 6 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 BMT HONORS Congratulations to the fol- Bret Tucker Lee Hagan 326th Training Squadron Flight 155 lowing 53 Airmen for being Cody Medina Flight 157 Female Airmen selected as honor graduates 321st Training Squadron Nicholas Cahill Raquel Maggiore, 320th TRS, among 816 trainees graduat- Flight 153 Lionel Dumas Flight 152 323rd Training Squadron ing today: Justin McCoy Benjamin Knight Brittany Binek, 323rd TRS, Flight 161 Jetavious Pressley Paul Lewis Flight 162 Jordan Howett 320th Training Squadron James Warrell Julio Villa Male Flights Brent Johns Flight 151 Ottis West 320th TRS, Flight 160 Thomas White Tyler Abrams Flight 154 331st Training Squadron 324th TRS, Flight 150 Adam Nielsen Gregory Alfaro Flight 147 Female Flights Jake Racicot Gregg Dauber 324th Training Squadron Marcus Flores 320th TRS, Flight 152 Parker Rice Bryan Kinnison Flight 149 Antwuan Jones 323rd TRS, Flight 162 Roger Ruffin Corey Quinn Samuel Bonhorst Flight 148 Christopher Sorondo Richard Nydam Matthew Beaumier Top Academic Flights Flight 152 322nd Training Squadron John Smith Seth Miller 320th TRS, Flight 151 Michelle Antonelli Flight 155 Caleb Yankovich Alexander Norbury 322nd TRS, Flight 156 Jennifer Favinger Brian Clark Flight 150 Cole Sieler Raquel Maggiore Zachary Deaver Blake Baggarly Top BMT Airman Tamma Owens Flight 156 Dillon Cockerham Most Physically Fit Andrew Kindler, 324th TRS, Flight 159 Daniel Becker Joseph Colin Male Airmen Flight 150 Elliot Butler Nicholas Byers Adam Dimick Jake Racicot, 320th TRS, Flight 160 Steven Clingerman Nicholas Garcia Flight 151 Thomas Kinney Stephen Davarich Andrew Kindler Taylor Philpot, 322nd TRS,

AIRMEN EARN AETC A1 AWARDS Congratulations to the following organizations and members of Team Lackland who were recently named winners of Air Education and Training Command awards. By Linda Frost Public Affairs 2009 John P. Flynn Award 59th MDW earns AF awards 37th Training Wing Inspector General Office Air Force officials recently announced the 2009 Air Force-Level Medical Service Awards recognizing individuals and units for their outstanding serv- 2009 Logistics Readiness Squadron of the Year Non-Flying Unit Award ice or contributions to the Air Force Medical Corps. Congratulations to the 37th Logistics Readiness Squadron following 59th Medical Wing individual and team winners:

Chief Master Sgt. Anton Zembrod Award for the USAF Laboratory Airman of the Year Outstanding Air Force Diagnostic Imaging Staff Sgt. Katherine Orozco Technologist NCO of the Year 59th Laboratory Squadron Staff Sgt. Jennifer Daily 59th Radiology Squadron USAF Clinical Laboratory Civilian Scientist of the Year Nora Ruffing Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Research 59th Laboratory Squadron Maj. Julio Lairet 59th Emergency Medical Squadron USAF Company Grade Physical Therapist Capt. Daniel Watson Emergency Clinical Nurse of the Year 59th Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Squadron Capt. Debbie Dorsey 59th Emergency Medical Squadron USAF Public Health Airman of the Year Senior Airman Michael Davis Certified Registered Nurse 559th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Anesthetist of the Year Capt. Benjamin Landry Outstanding Category I 59th Surgical Operations Squadron Diagnostic Imaging Team of the Year 59th Radiology Squadron Lackland Conservation Corner Aerospace Physiology NCO of the Year Tech. Sgt. Andrew Flora Outstanding Air Force Radiologist of the Year SAVE ENERGY! 359th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Maj. Scott Campbell, 59th Radiology Squadron

Outstanding AF Company Grade Medical Service Medical Corps Mobilization Drain a quart of water from your water Audiologist/Speech Pathologist of the Year Augmentee of the Year tank every three months to remove sedi- Capt. Brandon Tourtillott Col. Beatty Randall ment that impedes heat transfer and low- 59th Surgical Specialties Squadron 59th Surgical Specialties Squadron USAF Clinical Laboratory Scientist of the Year Lt. Col. George M. Prascsak, Jr. Outstanding ers the efficiency of your heater. Maj. Gregory Hendricks Public Health Team of the Year Award 59th Laboratory Squadron 359th Medical Group FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 Lackland officers selected for promotion Air Force officials selected ed from 44 considered for 81.8 Christopher Nowicki Travis Yelton Joseph Braxton 30 lieutenant colonels, 47 percent select rate. John Ekhaml majors, and 3,087 captains for To major: 453rd Electronic Warfare Thomas Geffert promotion during the 2009C Selection statistics in-the- 2nd Air Force Detachment 1 Squadron James Lee chaplain, judge advocate and promotion zone for major: Martha Sasnett Jimmy Gary George Sconyers Line of the Air Force Central • 2,950 line officers were 342nd Training Squadron Steven Tugman Selection boards. selected from 3,147 considered Jason Boisvert Air Mobility Command Air James Turner The boards considered 151 for 93.7 percent select rate. Operations Squadron Jacqueline Young lieutenant colonels, 195 majors • 18 chaplain officers were 343rd Training Squadron Seth Asay and 3,607 captains for promo- selected from 28 considered Michael Cohen Richard Linton 624th Operations Center tion. for 64.3 percent select rate. John Davids Fausto Molinet The results of the boards • 76 selected from 80 consid- Air Force Intelligence, Sur- John Picklesimer include: ered for 95.0 percent select 345th Training Squadron veillance and Reconnais- 23rd Information Operations rate. Kevin Keaney sance Agency Squadron Selection statistics in-the- Congratulations to the fol- Craig Alldredge Adolfo Montero promotion zone for colonel: lowing members of Team 318th Training Squadron Harold Brock • Seven chaplain officers were Lackland selected for promo- Jose Martinez Garfield Clark 543rd Support Squadron selected from 16 considered tion: Andrew Dillion Byron Nicholson for 43.8 percent select rate. Air Force Band of the West Melanie Ferguson • 22 legal officers were select- To colonel: Cristina Moore-Urrutia Jeffrey Jeffers Air Force Institute of ed from 37 considered for 59.5 Air Force Legal Operations Lisa Kirsch Technology percent select rate. Agency 802nd Logistics Readiness Matthew Norton James Venters Heather Osterhaus Squadron Selection statistics in-the-pro- Ronnie Stubblefield Cryptologic System Group U.S. Strategic Command motion zone for lieutenant To lieutenant colonel: Joe Austin Ken Hall colonel: 37th Training Wing 802nd Security Forces Michael O’Connor • Eight chaplain officers were Shon Neyland Squadron The entire list of promotees selected from 12 considered Douglas Whitehead 24th Air Force and complete selection satistics for 66.7 percent select rate. Air Force Legal Operations Bryan Black can be found at www.afpc. • 36 legal officers were select- Agency 37th Training Wing Charlie Boyd randolph.af.mil.

Be Responsible! Seat Belts Save Lives! Buckle Up And Wear Yours! PAGE 8 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 HONORING AFRICAN-AMERICANS African American Heritage Month Schedule of Events

Today Basketball Clinic, Youth Center, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 Burger Burn, Bldg. 10504 Security Forces Dorms, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Feb. 18 Soul Food Taste, Lackland Fisher House 1, 6 p.m. Feb. 20 3-on-3 basketball tournament Feb. 20

Fashion Show, Bob Hope Theater, 6 p.m. Photo by Sid Luna Feb. 27 Maj. Gen. Mary Kay Hertog, 2nd Air Force commander, , Miss., gives remarks during the African American Heritage Month luncheon Wednesday at Scholarship Banquet, Gateway Club, 6 – 9 p.m. the Gateway Club. The luncheon was part of the month-long celebration honoring the accomplishments and contributions of African-Americans to our society and culture. This year’s theme is “History of Black Economic Empowerment.” PAGE 10 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 Deployment challenges Reintegration seminar helps returning Airmen

By Mike Joseph they are going to experience.” Staff Writer The seminar explains what the returning deploy- ers can expect along with common warning signs. Airmen who’ve returned from recent deploy- Sergeant Hohenstreiter said most experience body ments fill a classroom every Monday afternoon at adjustments to food and drink, sleeping patterns the Airman and Family Readiness Center. and arrangements, and for Airmen with families, Their attention is focused on Return and Reunion household noises. seminar speakers, who discuss the challenges “The biggest thing I talk to them about is making Airmen face as a part of their reintegration follow- deployment and reintegration a part of the family ing a deployment. discussion,” he said. “Too many times, we talk “It’s a briefing to make sure they know what about it when it (is too late).” resources are out there,” said Master Sgt. Jason “I tell them they need to open the discussion Hohenstreiter, program director and the center’s (about their deployment experience), to let the fami- NCO. “We’ve pared the time down and have an open Courtesy Photo ly know how they feel. I suggest it be made a part of discussion. Return and Reunion classes at the Airman and Family the initial discussion (upon returning).” “But we’re not trying to treat people,” he added. Readiness Center help families find normalcy at home Additionally, mental health officials address deal- “We’re trying to educate them on what resources following a deployment. ing with the stress that occurs before, during and are available.” after deployment. Those resources include the chaplain’s corps and turnout by 40 percent from 2008 totals. The adjustment from a combat environment to a the different Airman and Family Readiness Center Sergeant Hohenstreiter said seeing Airmen after non-combat environment is also discussed, includ- and Lackland programs that are available along they’ve been back after two weeks has worked well. ing the proper way to take breaks, stay healthy and with Military One Source, an online assistance aid. “We tell them to go ahead and take your two relieve stress. The seminars are every Monday, Cutting the briefing from one hour to 30 minutes, weeks (of rest and relaxation), and whenever you’re excluding holidays, beginning at 2:30 p.m. in the an aggressive marketing strategy, and flexible refreshed a little bit, then come see us,” he said. Airman and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. attendance have combined to boost the seminar’s “We can inform them about some of the changes For additional information, call 671-3722. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 STORM from P1 the skills that were needed,” said While warm at night, the volun- Delp said. “They were covered in ice. Master Sgt. Richard Ruiz, 802nd CES teers fought the elements during the That was quite a challenge because a “It took forever,” said Mr. Delp electrical systems superintendent. day. lot of trees couldn’t be trimmed like about the first team’s two-day journey. “Most of the ones who went found out “When we arrived, it was cold; normal.” “We were pulling two big generators, about 7 o’clock Friday night (Jan. 29) everything was covered in ice,” said In addition to Lackland, Altus also (and could only run) 30 to 45 miles an and less than 12 hours later they were Mr. Delp. “Monday and Tuesday (Feb. received support from Sheppard and hour.” getting ready to hit the road.” 1-2), there was a heavy ice fog on Dyess Air Force Bases, and Vance The first group included Mr. Delp, Sergeant Ruiz said the initial call everything so you’d get drenched. AFB, Okla., with manpower and Staff Sgts. Dustin Record and was for linemen and two power pro- Wednesday, it rained all day and it equipment. Sergeant Ruiz said Armando Irizarry, all linemen; Tech. duction personnel but more power was 31, 32 degrees so we were sop- Lackland was also prepared to pro- Sgt. Marlon Robles, an electrician; pros were requested the night of Jan. ping wet. But Friday was a bluebird vide more assistance had it been nec- and Senior Airman Jared Mahaffey 30. He said there were only four gen- beautiful day.” essary. and Staff Sgt. Brendan Wendt, power erator people at Altus and with all the Working 12-hour shifts, the Because of conditions on base, the production personnel. generators being used, more assis- Lackland volunteers repaired circuits, 97th Air Mobility Wing commander The second team made the trip in tance was needed for maintenance checked connections on utility poles, issued a limited evacuation order one day, and consisted of power pro- and monitoring. replaced lightning arrestors, recon- directing non-mission essential per- duction personnel Richard Collins and He communicated with the nected and repaired downed primary sonnel and their dependents on Feb. 2 George Castro, and lineman Shannon squadron members daily, adding they and secondary lines, and trimmed to depart the immediate area to loca- Holte. were housed in the CE building upon trees. tions within 250 miles in order to find “Once we were given the green arrival and later moved to one of the “We had the only hydraulic chain- temporary lodging. The order was light, it was a matter of rounding up dormitories after a generator provid- saw so we were assigned to clear all rescinded Feb. 5 when power was the personnel who could leave with ed power. the trees off the primary lines,” Mr. restored to base facilities. FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 MILITARY JUSTICE SPOTLIGHT The 802nd Mission Support Group of duty), and received forfeiture of Office of the Staff Judge Advocate $723 for one month (one month sus- administered these judgments from pended), seven days restriction, Jan. 28 through Feb. 3: seven days extra duty and a repri- mand. • Two airmen first class from the • An airman from the 343rd TRS 59th Training Squadron violated violated Article 92 (dereliction of Article 92 (dereliction of duty), and duty three times), and received a each received reduction to airman, reduction to airman basic, forfeiture forfeitures of $811 per month for two of $723 for one month (suspended), months (suspended) and reprimands. seven days restriction, seven days • An airman first class from the extra duty and a reprimand. 59th Surgical Operations Squadron • An airman from the 344th TRS violated Article 111 (drunk driving), violated Article 86 (absent without and received a reduction to airman leave), and received a reduction to basic (suspended), forfeiture of $723 airman basic, forfeiture of $723 for per month for two months (suspend- two months (suspended) and a repri- ed), 45 days restriction and 45 days mand. extra duty. • Eight airmen basic from the • Five airmen basic from the 344th TRS violated Article 92 (dere- 343rd Training Squadron violated liction of duty twice), and each Article 86 (absent without leave), received forfeitures of $723 per and each received forfeitures of $723 month for two months (one month for one month (suspended), seven suspended) and reprimands. days restriction, seven days extra • An airman basic from the 344th duty and reprimands. TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction • An airman basic from the 343rd of duty), and received forfeiture of TRS violated Article 86 (absent with- $723 per month for two months (one out leave), and received forfeiture of month suspended) and a reprimand. $723 for two months (suspended), • An airman basic from the 344th seven days restriction, seven days TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction extra duty and a reprimand. of duty twice), and received forfei- • An airman basic from the 343rd ture of $723 per month for two TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction months and a reprimand. of duty), and received forfeiture of • An airman first class from the $723 for one month (suspended), 14 345th Training Squadron violated days restriction, 14 days extra duty Article 86 (absent without leave), and a reprimand. and received a reduction to airman • An airman basic from the 343rd (suspended), forfeiture of $784 per TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction month for two months (one month of duty three times), and received suspended). forfeiture of $326 per month for two • An airman basic from the 345th months (one month suspended) and a TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction reprimand. of duty), and received forfeiture of • An airman from the 343rd TRS $337 for one month, 14 days restric- violated Article 92 (dereliction of tion (suspended), 14 days extra duty duty three times) and Article 86 (fail- (suspended) and a reprimand. ure to go), and received a reduction • An airman from the 345th TRS to airman basic, forfeiture of $647 violated Article 92 (dereliction of for one month (suspended), 21 days duty), and received forfeiture of restriction and 21 days extra duty. $378 for one month, 14 days restric- • An airman first class from the tion (suspended), 14 days extra duty 343rd TRS violated Article 92 (dere- (suspended) and a reprimand. liction of duty) and Article 134 (dis- orderly conduct), and received a Mandatory Uniform Code of reduction to airman, forfeiture of Military Justice briefings for second- $784 for one month (suspended) and term re-enlistees are conducted on a a reprimand. walk-in basis in the 802nd MSG • An airman basic from the 343rd courtroom, Bldg. 2484. For more TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction information, call 671-2007. PAGE 14 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010

Airman’sBy Mike Joseph Attic lends a helping hand Staff Writer

When the Team Lackland Top III and a retired Airman joined forces right before last Thanksgiving, a valuable service for young Airmen and their families was preserved. The Top III had taken over the Airman’s Attic last August. Two months later, the volunteer manager resigned. That left Master Sgt. Jeff Reed, Top III coor- dinator, and other volunteers with their hands full. For several weeks, Top III and unit volunteers worked the Airman’s Attic without a manager. It seemed as if there may be no choice but to eventually close the facility, which operates solely on volunteers and provides donated items to Airmen for free. The Airman’s Attic targets senior airmen and below, but because of the large volume of donations, it is open to all military, retirees and their dependents. A variety of household goods are available along with uniforms and uniform items, which are limited to active duty only. Sergeant Reed said the Top III’s charter is to take care of Airmen, and the Airman’s Attic seemed like a logical program. It receives donations from Airmen and their families, and the local community. “We are lucky enough to deal with such volume and donations from generous people from around the Photos by Robbin Cresswell Senior Airman Darlene Mott-Neve, 59th Laboratory Squadron, looks for household items at the Airman’s Attic. At the community,” Sergeant Reed said, “that we’re able to Attic, donations received from Airmen and the local community are available to young Airmen and their families. open it up to (military, retirees and their dependents). “Everything is at no cost, but we have a limit of 10 items a person,” he continued. “Our focus is E-4 and “My wife says, ‘you talk too much; this is the perfect And Mr. Stuebs keeps it lively with his customer below who don’t have a lot of money, but they have place for you. You can talk all you want.’” approach. families.” Sergeant Reed cites Mr. Stuebs’ enthusiasm and “It’s a lot of hard work but it’s fun because I watch Sergeant Reed said they try to hold the higher end championing of the program in the increased cus- people walk out of here smiling,” he said. “I keep it electronics or items like coffee pots, furniture, wash- tomer traffic as he thumbs through the daily customer fun. I tell my volunteers one of the things you have to ers and dryers for the younger Airmen when avail- sign-in log. do is smile; that’s a mandatory thing. Volunteer work able. A 25 percent increase has occurred over the past is supposed to be fun. But this service aimed at the young Airmen – a two months with an average of 60 or more passing “And the reward is watching people walk out with legitimate service for people in need or who couldn’t through the doors during business hours. what they didn’t have before, saving money so they afford (the items available), says Sergeant Reed – was And those figures will continue to grow with the can buy things for their children,” Mr. Stuebs added. struggling to stay open before fate intervened. Airman’s Attic now open on Wednesday nights, specif- “That’s ultimately what the whole thing has meant to “Mr. Stuebs came in one day and said, ‘you know ically targeting the technical school students. me.” what? I need something to do,’” Sergeant Reed said “We had 20 and 17 come in the first two nights,” So why is support of the Airman’s Attic important? about the retired senior master sergeant. “It was a Mr. Stuebs said about the night openings that began Sergeant Reed tells a story that might sum it up best. Godsend when he showed up; we wouldn’t be open in mid-January. “That’s a good start. They come in About two months ago he received a call from a right now without him. He makes everybody feel at and say they’ve never heard of this place, and are medical retiree in Florida who was coming to San home.” like, ‘wow, everything in here is free!’ They can really Antonio. Her five children didn’t have appropriate Mr. Stuebs is Darrell Stuebs, who retired last April save money.” clothes for the colder climate and hoped the Airman’s after serving 28 years in the Air Force, finishing his Currently, Sergeant Reed said the Airman’s Attic Attic would be able to help. career in the 737th Training Group. The volunteer has a steady supply of quality donations. With a limit- “We opened up for her (when she arrived in town) manager and his wife Maria, who helps three days a ed amount of space, items that don’t move quickly are so she could shop for her children,” Sergeant Reed. week, have pumped new life into the Airman’s Attic. donated to the Salvation Army. “She was very, very appreciative. She intends to come “I came here a lot when I was enlisted,” said Mr. Volunteers from base units and others assist the back and volunteer when she gets back on her feet.” Stuebs. “I’ve always wanted to give back to the Stuebs in staffing the Airman’s Attic. Each squadron To volunteer or donate items, call the Airman’s Airmen and that’s why I do it. I work with Airmen has a point of contact, and most support the facility on Attic, Bldg. 1508, at 671-1780. Operating hours are again and that’s always been a good thing with me.” a specific day each month, sending four volunteers or Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Smiling broadly, he quickly adds another reason. more for their schedule depending on the workload. Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 15

Senior Airman Joel Duncan, 802nd Communications Squadron, looks at toys at the Airman’s Attic. Though focused on supporting junior Airmen, the Attic is open to all military, retirees and their dependents.

Darrell Stuebs helps Senior Airman Darlene Mott-Neve, 59th Laboratory Squadron, find items at the Airman’s Attic. Mr. Stuebs is the volunteer manager of the facility, which helps junior Airmen in need of household items, uniforms and uniform accessories. PAGE 16 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 Awareness key to school zone safety By Tech. Sgt. Michael Brown There are several school safety zones near Myth: A green light means it is safe to cross. 802nd Contracting Squadron Lackland, including immediately outside Airmen’s Fact: A green light means a pedestrian may stop Gate. Between 7 and 9 a.m. and 2 and 4 p.m. on and search for cars. Before stepping off the curb, Keeping children safe in school days, Valley Hi Drive, from the gate to the and crossing, one should look left-right-left. Be alert designated school safety zones other side of Highway 410, is a 20 mph school safe- for vehicles making a right on red; the driver might should be a priority. Tragedies ty zone. turn without looking for pedestrians. occur when drivers and pedestrians are distracted or What are the laws pertaining to school safety zones? Myth: Pedestrians are safe in a crosswalk. don’t know or follow the rules Laws are in place so school zones are as safe as Fact: Pedestrians may cross at a crosswalk, but of the road. With buses and possible. Four such laws are: before you do, you must stop at the curb. Look left- children crowding the streets, • Motorists must reduce and maintain their speed at right-left for cars. When it is clear, cross and keep it’s important to know what to do when entering a or below the posted limit. In Texas, fines, including looking left and right. A driver may run a traffic school zone. speeding tickets and failure to yield, double in light illegally. school zones. Did you know that: • Motorists must obey crossing guards. Myth: If a pedestrian can see the driver, the driver • drivers who take their eyes off the road for just • Drivers may not pass other vehicles in school can see the pedestrian. one second while traveling 65 mph will travel 100 zones. Fact: The driver may not see you. Make certain the feet? • Talking on a cell phone will driving in a school law driver sees you and stops before you cross in front • most accidents involving children occur between 3 is illegal in Texas. of the car. Try to make eye contact with the driver. and 6 p.m., when many people are leaving work? • most pedestrian-traffic accidents involving chil- Where should pedestrians cross the street in a school Myth: Wearing white at night makes pedestrians dren occur near their school or a bus stop? safety zone? visible to drivers. The crosswalk is the only place pedestrians are Fact: Drivers have difficulty seeing pedestrians at What is a school safety zone? permitted to cross the street in a school zone. It is night, even those wearing white. At night, pedestri- A school safety zone is a section of roadway with illegal and dangerous to cross at any other location. ans should carry a flashlight, wear retro reflective a reduced speed limit and school crossing. They are A pedestrian at a crosswalk, marked or unmarked, clothing and walk facing traffic. established through a combination of data collec- has the right-of-way by law. A motorist who fails to tion, engineering studies and coordination with stop and causes injury to a pedestrian is liable. Creating a safe world for our children is a school officials. responsibility shared by parents, friends, drivers, The school safety zone begins at the reduced Safety myths teachers, and Airmen. We must lead by example speed limit sign and ends at the “End School Zone” Children typically believe several myths about and show our children we care. The most important sign. In addition to controlling speeds on public traffic safety. The following is a list of common traf- thing a driver can do to protect children in a school roadways, the zones help school children cross fic safety myths, coupled with the correct informa- zone is slow down. Slow down; your family will streets safely. tion parents and teachers must share with children. wait. Reminder! Talking on a cell phone while driving on base is prohibited. FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 17 PAGE 18 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 Ceremony inducts Soldiers into NCO corps

Story and photo by Gregory Ripps toring, responsibility and adaptive leadership. He 470th Military Intelligence Brigade Public Affairs said the essential elements of an adaptive leader are training, education and drills. In a ceremony steeped in military tradition, 15 Lt. Col. James Royse, 717th MI Battalion com- Soldiers, including 10 from Lackland’s 717th mander, said the NCO corps was a key and fre- Military Intelligence Battalion, were formally quently unspoken element of U.S. engagement with inducted into the Army’s noncommissioned officer its allies in security cooperation. corps Jan. 22 at the Skylark Community Center. “The example of NCOs who plan, prepare, exe- During the ceremony, Sgt. 1st Class Timothy cute, and assess everything the Army does, from Davis, 717th MI Battalion, explained that the rite of training to combat operations, is the envy of many passage dates back to the army of Frederick the of the foreign militaries with whom we partner. Great in the 18th century. Before a Soldier could be Even those [militaries], which have established a recognized as an NCO, he had to stand four watch- strong NCO Corps, in terms of career opportunities, es, and on the third watch he received a glass of are usually interested in adapting to a closer model wine. Consequently, “raising a glass” has become a Fifteen Soldiers prepare to go forward to receive their of our NCO professional development and education key element in the symbolic crossing of a Soldier formal induction into the NCO corps. The inductees system, (such as) our NCO academies and leader- into the NCO ranks, Sergeant Davis said. included Soldiers from Lackland's 717th Military ship courses,” Colonel Royse said. Before the ceremonial toasts, 717th MI Battalion Intelligence Battalion. “The [induction] ceremony marks the time in the Command Sgt. Maj. Matildo Coppi addressed the career of those Soldiers when they will be expected inductees and the others assembled. enforce standards, adapt to a changing world, and to demonstrate this central strength of our Army in “These NCOs will continue to carry the long line- take care of Soldiers. every situation, but especially when working with age of honorable service,” Sergeant Coppi said. “An NCO is grounded in heritage, values, and tra- allied and partner nations,” the colonel said. “They have been selected to lead, to coach, and dition, which embody the warrior ethos. NCOs value Subordinate to the 470th MI Brigade, headquar- mentor their Soldiers while continuing to secure the perpetual learning and are capable of leading, tered on , the battalion executes liberties all Americans cherish and possess today.” training and motivating Soldiers,” he said. its intelligence mission as part of the National Sergeant Coppi said an NCO should lead by Sergant Coppi also gave the new NCOs advice, Security Agency/Central Security Service on example, train from experience, maintain and briefly discussing the topics of selfless service, men- Lackland’s Training Annex. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 Team helps local school celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month Story and photo by Master Sgt. ventative dental techniques.” Kimberly Yearyean-Siers Children’s Dental Health 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs Month was established to help parents make proper oral February is Children’s Dental hygiene and good nutrition Health Month and staff members important parts of their children’s from the Kelly, MacKown, and daily routine. Dunn Dental Clinics gave presen- This year’s campaign features tations about the importance of a two-sided, eye-catching poster good oral hygiene at the Lackland with the new characters the Elementary school Feb. 2. McGrinn Twins, Flossy and Buck, The children were given den- reminding children to brush and tal educational material and floss every day. On the opposite learned what to expect when vis- side, pre-teens and teens are iting the dentist. They also had encouraged to "Rock Your Smile" the chance to get an up close look with general oral health mes- at some dental equipment and sages. learn how it is used. “When attitudes and habits “It has been long standing tra- are established at an early dition to visit the school during impressionable age, good oral Children’s Dental Health month,” health can be maintained Senior Airman Tamesha Glenn, said Carolyn Oresching, regis- throughout a lifetime,” said Ms. dental assistant, 59th Dental tered dental hygienist, 59th Oresching. “By participating in Training Squadron, teaches children Dental Squadron. “This is one this annual celebration of from the Lackland Elementary way the preventive dentistry pro- National Children’s Dental Health School how to properly floss teeth gram reaches out through its Month, parents, teachers and the Feb. 2. Staff members from the community health phase to pro- dental team can help keep chil- 59th Medical Wing Dental mote good oral health and dren’s smiles beautiful now and Squadrons visited the school as part improve public knowledge of pre- for years to come.” of Children’s Dental Health month. FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 21 COMMUNITY Local BRIEFS SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE Security Forces dormitories, Bldg. The Lackland Officers’ Spouses LACKLAND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 10504. Club scholarship applications for fall Volunteerism helps Reed, 671-4401. Verschoyle, 671-6029. • Air Force Village Cost is $5 and proceeds will go to 2010 are available at the Gateway make Lackland a better • CAMP (Children’s (www.fisherhouseinc. Hospice – Volunteers the AAHC scholarship foundation, place to live and work. Association for Max- org) assist with areas from Club cashier’s cage, the Lackland Whether you are an imum Potential) – • Lackland Thrift Shop – administrative to pat- which gives scholarships to thrift shop, the Lackland education enlisted member, officer, Volunteers, 14 and Monday through Wed- ient care. Training Department of Defense graduating office, the Airman and Family spouse, retiree or teen, older, assist with Special nesday and the first begins in March. Call seniors in the San Antonio area. Readiness Center and the LOSC Web help Team Lackland Needs Parents Night Out Saturday of the month, Katie Boggs, 838-6349. Activities include basketball and improve quality of life and Respite Weekends. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call Volunteers for reading, site at www.lacklandosc.org. for everyone. Call Sarah Colume, 671- 671-3608. computer café or shop- football competitions. Members of the The submission deadline is March If you have a few 5228. (www.campcamp. • Military Working Dog ping trips, call Ida Alamo Chapter of the Security Forces 1, 2010. free hours each week, org) Puppy Program – Hardy, 568-3296. Association will address students For more information, refer to the please consider volun- • Lackland Fisher Volunteer your home (www.airforcevillages. about the importance of security teering in our communi- House – Volunteers, 16 and time for three com) LOSC Web site or call Darla Gerner, ty: and older or younger months to raise a mili- To get your volun- forces heritage and history. scholarship chairman, at 888-5063. • The Airman’s Attic – when accompanied by a tary working puppy. Call teer opportunity listed, Monday through Thurs- parent, assist the retiree 671-3686. (www. e-mail the Talespinner SAT TEST SCHEDULED THRIFT SHOP DONATIONS day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. community with a range lackland.af.mil/units/ staff at Talespinner@ Eligible active-duty, Reserve or Call Master Sgt. Jeffrey of needs. Call Julie 341stmwd/index.asp) lackland.af.mil. The Lackland Thrift Shop accepts Guard can take the Scholastic donations during regular business a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and reported in previous editions of the scholarship foundation. Aptitude Test Feb. 20, 7:30 a.m., in hours or at the back door after busi- Wednesdays. Talespinner. Contact Tracy Parmer at 292-8145 Bldg. 5725, Room 153. ness hours. Call the Thrift Shop at 671-3600 Advance tickets are $10 and tick- or Staff Sgt. Jennifer Brown at 671- Personnel are authorized for only The shop requests any type of or e-mail [email protected]. ets at the door $12 for the “Motown 9952 for more information. one Department of Defense-funded electronic devices, such as large tele- in Review” show, which begins at 6 administration of the SAT for a service vision sets, be dropped off only during FASHION SHOW FEB. 20 p.m. at the Bob Hope Performing Arts BURGER BURN FUNDRAISER or education requirement. business hours. The Team Lackland African Theater. Call 671-9952 or 671-8145 The African American Heritage To reserve a seat, call the The shop is open for sales 9:30 American Heritage Committee’s fash- for advance ticket purchase. Committee burger burn is Saturday, 9 Education Services office at 671- a.m. to noon on Mondays, and 9:30 ion show is Feb. 20, not Saturday as Event proceeds will go to the AAHC a.m. to approximately 3 p.m., at the 2895.

CHAPEL SERVICES Thursday: 5:45 p.m. KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Orthodox Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Saturday: Bible Study, 6 p.m. Religious Education, 4:30 Airmen Memorial Chapel p.m. Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Christian Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Airman's Attic 671-1780 Catholic Religious Education, Medina Chapel Monday-Friday: Wicca Base Post Office 671-1058 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Service, 9 1st Wednesday: Bowling Center 671-2271 Freedom Chapel a.m. Mass, 11:30 a.m. Freedom Chapel DEERS 800-538-9552 Protestant Room 8, Wilford Hall Chapel Family Child Care 671-3376 Monday-Friday: Sunday: San Antonio Military Traditional Service, 1:30 p.m. Legal Office 671-3362 Wilford Hall Chapel Airmen Memorial Chapel Open Circle, Mass, 11 a.m Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. 6:15 p.m. Library 671-3610 Islamic Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Saturday: Hope Chapel Friday: MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Freedom Chapel Spanish Contemporary, Defense Language For more information, Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 12:45 p.m. Institute Confessions, 4:45 p.m. contact the chapel staff: TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Mass, 5:30 p.m. Contemporary, 10:45 a.m. Student Center Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3600 Sunday: Freedom Chapel Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 Freedom Chapel Contemporary Service, p.m. Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club www.lacklandesc.org Religious Education, 9 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com a.m. Gospel Service, 12:30 Religious Education, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Mass, 11 a.m. p.m. Lackland Officer Spouses’ Club www.lacklandosc.org Children’s Church Freedom Chapel • 671-4208 Hope Chapel provided Jewish Gateway Chapel • 671-2911 Lackland public Web site www.lackland.af.mil Hispanic Mass, 9:15 a.m. Religious Education, 11 Friday: Hope Chapel • 671-2941 My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com Wilford Hall Chapel a.m. Airmen Memorial Chapel WHMC Chapel • 292-7373 Year of the Air Force Family www.af.mil/yoaff Mass, 3 p.m. Wednesday and Sabbath Eve Service, PAGE 22 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 What’s Happening O O Family Support Events FEB. 12 Club meets Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m., at The class will focus on under- Thursday, 6-7 p.m., at Arnold Hall FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASS the Airman Family Readiness Center, standing terms and conditions associ- Community Center. The Airman and Family Readiness Bldg. 1249. MONTHLY MEETINGS ated with credit, credit reporting and For more information, call 671- Center will hold a basic financial man- A babysitting service will be pro- credit scores. 2619. ENLISTED SPOUSES CLUB agement class today, 10:30 a.m. to vided for the meeting; RSVP to For more information, call 671- The Lackland Enlisted Spouses Club meets every third Tuesday of the month, [email protected] for this free 3722. noon, Bldg. 1249. 6:30 p.m. For location or more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org. The class will focus on basic service. FEB. 19 financial management, budgeting and For more information, visit TEACHING SEMINAR OFFICERS’ SPOUSES CLUB FEB. 18 A Troops to Teachers coordinator spending. For reservations, call 671- www.lacklandesc.org. OFFICERS’ SPOUSES CLUB The Lackland Officers’ Spouses Club meets every third Thursday of the month, will present a seminar Feb. 19, 1-4 3722. 11 a.m., at the Gateway Club. For more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. The Lackland Officers’ Spouses p.m., at the Airmen and Family PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL Club meets Thursday, 11 a.m., at Air Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. Protestant Women of the Chapel PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL Force Village I. FEB. 15 The topic is “Teaching as a Second meets for Bible study Tuesday, 10 a.m., The Protestant Women of the Chapel meet every Tuesday, 10 a.m., in Rooms 5 Lunch cost is $10 and reserva- MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS Career” and is open to anyone interest- Mothers of Preschoolers, or MOPS, at Freedom Chapel with children min- and 6 at the Freedom Chapel for bible study. Activities for children are offered. For tions are due Monday via e-mail to ed in becoming a teacher. meets for Bible study and fellowship istry during the meeting. more information, call 671-4208. LOSC [email protected] or by To register, call Terryca Fuller 671- Monday, 9:30 a.m., at the Freedom For more information, call 671- contacting Cindy at 858-4856. 3722. Chapel’s Fellowship Hall. 4208. MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN For more information on member- The Military Council of Catholic Women meet the first Friday of the month, 10 Child care for preschool-aged chil- ship or about LOSC, visit their Web site a.m., at the Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. dren will be provided. HEART LINK ORIENTATION at www.lacklandosc.org. FEB. 26 For more information, call 671- Heart Link, the Air Force’s official FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLASS 4208. orientation program for spouses, is PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL The Airman and Family Readiness Tuesday, 6-9 p.m., at the Airman and resources in the Air Force. FEB. 17 Protestant Women of the Chapel Center will hold a basic financial man- PRAISE DANCE CLASS Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. A light dinner and reimbursable CREDIT MANAGEMENT CLASS meets for Bible study Thursday, 6 p.m., agement class Feb. 26, 10:30 a.m. to Praise dance class meets Monday, Heart Link is an interactive pro- childcare will be offered. A credit management class is at Freedom Chapel. noon, Bldg. 1249. 6 p.m., at Arnold Hall Community gram targeted at all spouses new to Reservations are required and can Wednesday, 10:30 to noon, at the There is no children ministry avail- The class will focus on basic Center. For details on the free classes, Lackland or the military, as well as be made by calling Terryca Fuller at Airman and Family Readiness Center, able during this meeting. financial management, budgeting and call 671-2619. fiancées and other service branch 671-3722. Bldg. 1249. For more information, call 671- spending. spouses assigned to the base. 4208. Discussions will center on budget, FEB. 16 Heart Link is designed to increase basic banking, saving, investing, and ENLISTED SPOUSES CLUB awareness of the mission, customs, SWING DANCE LESSONS controlling debt. The Lackland Enlisted Spouses traditions, protocol and support WWW.LACKLANDFSS.COM Free swing dance lessons are For reservations, call 671-3722.

Lackland Tax Center Bldg. 9020, Room 109, Classroom B Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–noon & 1–3 p.m. Closed Fridays Appointments necessary for everyone except basic trainees and technical school students, which are seen on a walk-in basis.To make an appoint- ment call 671-1001. FEBRUARY 12, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 23 SPORTS SCOREBOARD BASKETBALL American W L Squads play college ball 1. 433rd AW 8 0 2. NIOC 7 1 By Patrick Desmond tion was different. SWCID play- 3. 559th Med Gp 7 2 4. 737th TRG 5 3 Sports Editor ers used American Sign 5. Med LRS 5 4 Language to communicate with 6. 59th EMS 4 5 The end result of a sporting their coaches and teammates. 7. 67th NWW 4 5 8. 668th ALIS 4 5 competition is rarely a win-win “I thought that was doubly 8. 717th MI Bn 2 6 for the competing sides. impressive,” Wilcox said. “The 10. 345th TRS 2 7 But when Howard College’s players would instantly respond 11. 543rd Spt Sq 2 7 12. FSS 1 7 South West Collegiate Institute to what (SWCID coach Valerie for the Deaf faced off against Trofmenkoff) was telling them.” Feb. 8- two Lackland intramural teams, Though 93rd IS ran away 433rd AW 58, 67th NWW 54 559th Med Gp 49, 668th ALIS 43 Feb. 5-6, both sides seemed to with the game, the team gained 59th EMS 61, FSS 40 share a common goal: to gain some experience. experience and just play some “When you are playing intra- Feb. 3- 717th MI Bn 30, NIOC 27 basketball. mural, there’s a lot of ups and 433rd AW 49, 59th MLRS 34 The 93rd Intelligence downs,” Wilcox said. “But 67th NWW 73, 345th TRS 69 Squadron was the first to play (SWCID) had a plan.” National W L SWCID, Feb. 5, followed by the SWCID coaches Michael 1. 343rd TRS 7 1 737th Training Group on Lopez and Trofmenkoff definite- 2. CES 7 1 Saturday. ly have a plan for their first- 3. 93rd IS 7 1 A privilege usually reserved year basketball program. 4. Sec Forces 6 2 5. CPSG 5 2 for Lackand’s varsity teams, Lopez translated as 6. 344th TRS 6 3 intramural sports director Jerry Trofmenkoff signed. 7. Dental Gp 4 4 Tiger said it’s the first time “It’s kind of a club team, so 8. 59th D & T 3 6 9. AFISR 2 6 squadrons have played a college we are trying to build it little by 10. AFMOA 1 7 or university team. little,” Trofmenkoff said. 11. AFOSI 1 7 93rd IS coach Ronald Wilcox “We came here to get experi- Feb. 9- found the competition a differ- ence. Look at how tall they are,” CES 43, Dental 27 ent brand of basketball – college she said about the 737th TRG 344th TRS 38, AFMOA 28 ball. team following Saturday’s 93rd IS 68, 59th D & T 58 “There are a lot of good game. “We haven’t had that Feb. 4- teams in our league, but when experience.” 344th TRS 37, CPSG 27 Mr. Tiger called and said we Ultimately, the team wants to AFISR 35, AFOSI 33 had the opportunity to play a play Division III basketball. Photo by Robbin Cresswell The 737th Training Group’s Toby Proctor shoots a jumper during an exhi- Division III W L college team, we jumped all “(SWCID) has never had a bition game versus the South West Collegiate Institute for the Deaf. 1. 59th ORS 8 0 over it,” Wilcox said. “They gave basketball team in 30 years,” 2. 802nd COMM 4 3 us a good run, and then I had to Trofmenkoff said. “This is it.” parts. defenders. 3. 668th IOW 4 3 4. 149th FW 3 4 kick my guys in the tail and say, Despite losing to the 737th SWCID’s top scorer Tavian “We love to play basketball 5. 802nd LRS 2 5 ‘hey, let’s go.’” TRG on Saturday, 68-45, the Atkins (17 points) proved to be a and that’s why we are here,” he 6. 70th ISR 1 6 93rd IS pulled away in the SWCID players fought until the leader on the court, often said. “It doesn’t matter if they second half to win 72-41. end, and never looked intimi- charging directly into lanes are tall, short, whatever, we’ll dated by their larger counter- crowded by two or three play them.” VOLLEYBALL In another way, the competi- Coed W L 1. NIOC 2 0 BRIEFS 2. 737th TRG 2 0 3. EMS 1 0 BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL TRYOUTS BASKETBALL CLINICS DEPLOYED SPOUSE FITNESS THREE-ON-THREE BASKETBALL 4. Mental Health Sq 1 0 Varsity softball tryouts are The African American Heritage Spouses of deployed Airmen can The African American Heritage 5. Radiology Sq 1 0 6. CPSG 1 1 Tuesday-Friday, and baseball tryouts Committee and the youth center are receive free, twice weekly personal fit- Committee is holding a three-on-three 7. Sec Forces 1 1 are Wednesday and Thursday. offering free basketball clinics today ness instruction from trainers at any fundraising basketball tournament 8. 345th TRS 0 1 9. 70th ISR 0 2 For more details, call women’s at the center. fitness center. Feb. 20 at the Chaparral Fitness 10. FSS 0 2 softball coach Michael Richardson at The clinics are part of Lackland’s In addition, spouses can partici- Center. The $60 registration fee is due 11. Contracting Sq 0 2 671-3871, men’s coach J.J. Rady at African American Heritage Month. pate in conditioning classes at the Tuesday. Feb. 4- 373-0593 or baseball coach Davin For more information, call 671- Warhawk on Fridays, 7:15-8:15 a.m. For more details, call Chief Master Radiology 2, CPSG 1 Dukes at 977-2774. 2611. For more details, call 671-3490. Sgt. Brenda Massey, 671-7288. PAGE 24 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 12, 2010 Varsity soccer continues to rebuild

Warhawks nearing winning form A week later, the cold weather continued in the Warhawks’ second loss of the year. after losing Defender Cup players The veteran Team Atlas used its team chemistry to score two goals. The Lackland varsity soccer team is in rebuilding The Warhawks had a number of opportunities, but mode. Following the departure of team members again the back of the net eluded them. from the 2009 Defender Cup team, a 1-1 tie, Sunday Down 2-0 to start the second half, the Warhawks may be the turning point team manager Stewart Hess defense stiffened and the offense again began pushing is looking for. the ball forward. After dropping the first two games to start its title Halfway through the second half, Hess saved a defense in the San Antonio Soccer Association’s penalty kick shot, first diving to his right and then Division III, the Warhawks tied the Traditionals, one pushing the ball outside the post. of the SASA’s local civilian teams. Following this lift, forward Quami King scored a “The players have the talent necessary to win and second-chance goal, rebounded off midfielder defend their previous title,” Hess said. “It’s just a Leighton Holness’ blocked shot, but the Warhawks matter of playing and practicing together.” were unable to turn numerous free kicks into an With the game 0-0 at halftime, the Warhawks equalizing goal. scored early in the second, and nearly pulled out their The team continues practices and have tryouts first win, but the Traditionals converted the equalizer Tuesdays and Fridays at 6 p.m. on the Warhawk field. Photo by Sean Hess on a free kick with five minutes to play. For information, contact Hess at 875-8143. Warhawks goalie Stewart Hess blocks a close-range shot “Let’s just say I wasn’t very happy,” Hess said. (Courtesy of the Varsity sports program) during a 1-1 draw against the Traditionals Sunday. In their first game Jan. 24, the Warhawks not only battled the ‘Storm 1’ squad, they braved the cold and Warhawk Transfers very strong winds. Long-time players lost (years): Both teams had a number of opportunities to score, team captain Mike Bailey (5); midfielder Fabricio Lamarca (7); but solid defense prevailed until the 75th minute. defender Melvin McBean (4); defender Nathan Jones (3); goalie Chris Price (4); and co-captain John The Storm put one past a diving Warhawks keep- Cardenas (4). er. The Warhawks mounted a good push in the final 15 minutes, but were not able to net the tying goal. Newcomers to watch: defender Clark Wolfe, outside midfielder Torres Walker. Stacey holds hope for playoff berth

By Patrick Desmond make a case for a playoff berth with two games Sports Editor remaining on their schedule. To be sure, the reversal is not the stuff of movie Like role reversal movies such as Like Father, Like magic, but the circumstance of high school sports. Son, Vice Versa or more recently Lindsay Lohan’s Having begun the season with a 10-1 record, win- Freaky Friday, Stacey’s 72-62 loss to upstart Sabinal ning against 2-A, 3-A and 4-A teams on their way to Feb. 5 completes the Yellowjackets’ season sweep of tournament titles at Marion and St. Anthony, the the Eagles, and a reversal of the District 30-A basket- Eagles showed they could adjust to losing core players ball power structure. from their starting rotation. “I wish I could write everything down and make a Beyond the losses to graduation and transfers to movie or book out of it,” Mike Flores said about a different schools, losing players to disciplinary action, 2009-10 season filled with adversity and frustration. playing-time disputes and grades hampered its ability This time last year, the Eagles had just beaten the to win in district. Stacey’s roster has dwindled from Yellowjackets, were undefeated in District 30-A bas- 24 at season’s start to eight. ketball and looking ahead to an unprecedented run But Flores still hopes for a return to the playoffs. into the state championship tournament. “We started off great,” Flores said, “but the kids The final score is equally similar to the previous have stayed competitive, coachable and fighting with Eagles’ 71-64 win in the 2008-09 season that gave all they have. You have to do what you have to do.” them a season sweep over the Yellowjackets. After beating Gervin (4-5) Tuesday, the Eagles need Now, it’s the Yellowjackets (7-0 in district) seeking to win their final two games, and another Gervin loss, Photo by Sid Luna an undefeated run, while the Eagles (3-5) look to to force a playoff for the final postseason spot. Stacey’s Gus Bromme elevates over a Sabinal defender.