A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TEXAS • Vol. 72 No. 48 • DECEMBER 4, 2015

Santa visits JBSA-Lackland

Photo by Johnny Saldivar Blake (right) and Brooke (left) Burkhead, children of Brian Burkhead, visit with Santa during the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony Dec. 1 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Santa posed for photos with children inside JBSA-Lackland's Gateway Club.

INSIDE | Commentary 2 News 3 Community Briefs 14 Sports 17 ONLINE | http://www.JBSA.mil PAGE 2 commentary TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015

Airman’s Creed in the middle knew they were valued. I just Joint Base San Antonio- of the auditorium simply for didn’t feel my impact was Lackland sitting in the aisle seat. I was large enough at my duty sec- Editorial Staff scared to death to be made tion. I Love My Job the fool. Once I left that day I had just returned from a Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta from class, I made it my goal temporary duty assignment to 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA Commander By Master Sgt. Nicole Walton could I look myself in the in life to memorize the the Air Force Mortuary Robert D. Gaylor NCO Academy mirror in the morning or sleep Airman’s Creed and the Air Affairs Operations as a man- Todd G. White Superintendent, evaluations and analysis soundly at night if every day Force Song. power analyst for the Air 502nd ABW/JBSA I was a phony? Some might I did not like the feeling I Force Manpower Agency. I Public Affairs Director love to learn and desire be reading this thinking that had that day. It wasn’t be- was honored to stand on the to grow. I go to school is exactly what we are. I have cause I thought he wanted to C-130 when they brought Oscar Balladares every day and get paid to had students that just could make me look foolish. I did it three service members back JBSA-Lackland I Public Affairs Chief do it. I am not a student, but not wrap their minds and because I didn’t want to let from the Middle East and car- an educator. Yet I get to learn hearts around being a true him down. ried them ceremoniously onto Senior Airman Lynsie Nichols every day. leader and therefore prob- Crazy right? I didn’t even American soil. I heard the Senior Airman Krystal Jeffers I am an enlisted profes- ably believed I was a phony. I know him. However, some- shrill cries of family members Photojournalist journeyman sional military education have been guilty of this type of thing he said that day made as they watched their loved instructor at the Robert D. skepticism. me believe that he believed ones’ casket draped in Old Jose T. Garza, III Gaylor NCO Academy at Joint When I came through this in what he was doing. It was Glory carried from the plane Sports/Staff Writer Base San Antonio-Lackland. school back in 2010, I was at palpable. I had to cut him to to the truck so they could be I was a dedicated flight room a crossroads in my career. I see if he bled blue. I needed to prepared for burial. Dorothy Lonas instructor for a year and was was in the Air Force for just know that he was not a phony I remember thinking there Page Design/Illustrator a superintendent for about six a little longer than 10 years because if he was a phony, in was no greater honor than to months following sewing on and I had been going through my mind there was no hope. be one of those amazing indi- Office master sergeant. one of the most agonizing two I requested through my viduals at AFMAO. I wanted 2230 Hughes Ave. As a flight instructor, I years of my life. instructor to interview Lewis to make an impact like that. JBSA-Lackland, Texas would spend six weeks impart- I had serious family issues for my Air Force Heritage re- So, with the help of my boss, 78236-5415 ing leadership knowledge from I was dealing with and did search paper. He agreed. This I put together my application (phone) 671-2908 (fax) 671-2022 our curriculum to technical not feel like I had the support was my opportunity to catch package for the academy. I Email: [email protected] sergeant students through of my “Air Force family.” I him. This was my opportunity needed to reach more people. Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) facilitation. I would counsel thought the “Year of the to prove that even the most I wanted to make an impact them when they were unsuc- Family” initiative was a joke convincing motivator, was not like Lewis. Thankfully, I was For advertising information: EN Communities cessful on tests or assignments and just a catch phrase. I did really buying this stuff. selected and this is where I P.O. Box 2171 and mentor them when I could not believe I had family in the I was wrong. I was glorious- work today. San Antonio, TX 78297 see they needed encourage- Air Force and I did not believe ly and wonderfully wrong. He I work with some of the 250-2052 ment or when they needed the Air Force had my back. I believed every word he said most intelligent, diverse, car- some discipline. believed I was nothing but a and I found him to be sincere. ing and professional people. I was serious about my job work horse, a number – not a Is he perfect? No. Will I Period. Not just in the Air This newspaper is published by EN Communities, a private firm in no and it was exhausting. As an human, not someone of value ever be? No. Force. Not just in the military. way connected with the U.S. Air Force, introvert, after spending all and certainly not family. That is why I asked him to Not just in Texas. Period. under exclusive written contract with JBSA-Lackland, Texas. This commercial day interacting with students I poked holes in the curricu- be my mentor and he agreed. We sharpen each other daily enterprise Air Force newspaper is an at a high level of intensity, I lum daily. I looked for faults in For the next few weeks while with our thoughtful ques- authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. Contents would not be left with many the instructors and the institu- I attended the academy, he tions, our edification of one of the Talespinner are not necessarily words at the end of my days. tion. I thought for sure it was helped me see there are another, in our accountability the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department Often I would want to go all a sham and I wanted to people that really do care to each other in our unending of Defense, or the Department of the home and crash, but I had a prove it somehow. I was not and value others. He helped quest to be a better version Air Force. The appearance of advertising in master’s degree program, two disrespectful in class because me see there was more to be of ourselves to help others be this publication, including inserts or young boys, a husband and that is not my nature, but I found if I just opened my eyes better versions of themselves. supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the Department of responsibilities in my church was searching. Maybe not so and ears. When we come together at Defense, the Department of the Air waiting on me. much for confirmation that it I will not blame it all on lunch and on breaks to discuss Force or EN Communities, of the products or services advertised. Looking back, it was diffi- was a joke, but I needed to my leaders for not caring world topics it is like a United Everything advertised in this cult, but as my students were find something or someone to because that will do no one Nation meeting in someone’s publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without learning about leadership, so believe in. I had no true men- good. I will not point fingers office. I never walk away regard to race, color, religion, sex, was I. tor. I had no one that believed at others when I have made worse off than I came. national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation, How could I not learn? Day in me at work or at least that mistakes myself. I made a Do I like everything I do? or any other non-merit factor of the in and day out we teach the is what it seemed like. decision at that point in my Honestly, no. Is everything I do purchaser, user or patron. Editorial content is edited, prepared same concepts and I want to Then Chief Master Sgt. Juan life that I would be better. I building me up to become a and provided by the Public Affairs Office be good at what I do … no, Lewis came to brief us. He would be a better Airman, a better me? Yes. of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, unless otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air excellent at what I do! was intimidating and challeng- better follower and a better Many people will tell you Force photos. How could I not internal- ing. I thought for sure he was leader when I had the chance. they have the best job in the Deadline for story submissions is noon Wednesday the week prior ize what I was teaching? How going to make me state the I would ensure my Airmen Air Force. Mine really is. to publication. DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER news PAGE 3 News in Brief U.S. Offi ce of Special Counsel updates CHECK YOUR MILITARY, CAC, DEPENDENT ID EXPIRATION DATES NOW All Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting Hatch Act guidance for social media system, Command Access Card and military ID card locations throughout Joint Base San By Nick Schwellenbach exceptions. When in doubt, federal Antonio are by 100 percent appointment only U.S. Offi ce of Special Counsel employees should consult OSC or their and wait time for an appointment can be up agency ethics offi cers. to 30 days. Civilian and military members In advance of the upcoming presiden- The following list of questions is not need to remember then their CACs and tial election year, the U.S. Offi ce of Special comprehensive, but answers many of military IDs expire and schedule renewal Counsel has revised its guidance regard- the most commonly asked questions appointments appropriately. Plan ahead for ing the Hatch Act and federal employee regarding the Hatch Act and the use your family members for when their ID cards use of social media and email. The guid- of social media and email. Please note or and DEERS updates need to be made. ance is in an online Frequently Asked that although the FAQs refer to Face- Appointments can be made online at https:// Questions format. book and Twitter, the advice provided rapids-appointments.dmdc.od.mil. The Hatch Act limits certain political is applicable to any social media plat- activities of federal employees. Under form. If federal employees have further VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT BUS the Hatch Act, “political activity” refers questions, they should email OSC at SCHEDULE NOW INCLUDES SUNDAYS to any activity directed at the success [email protected]. VIA Metropolitan Transit recently expanded or failure of a political party or partisan Social Media their weekend express service from Joint Base political group (collectively referred to Q: May a federal employee engage in San Antonio-Lackland and JBSA-Fort Sam as “partisan groups”), or candidate in political activity on Facebook or Twit- Houston to the downtown USO from only a partisan race. ter? Saturdays to Saturdays and Sundays. The Offi ce of Special Counsel has issued an Social media and email – and the ease update for Hatch Act Guidance for Social Me- A: Yes, federal employees may express Express Route 65 serves JBSA-Lackland of accessing those accounts at work, dia. Given the unique challenges social media their opinions about a partisan group or and operates: either on computers or smartphones – poses to federal employees, OSC crafted guid- candidate in a partisan race (e.g., post, • Saturday: every 30 minutes from have made it easier for federal employees ance to help federal employees understand “like,” “share,” “tweet,” “retweet”), but 8:45 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. then hourly until to violate the Hatch Act. what is and is not allowed under the Hatch there are a few limitations. Specifi cally, 10:30 p.m. Yet there are many activities employ- Act, specifi cally in advance of the upcoming the Hatch Act prohibits employees from: • Sunday: hourly from 9:15 a.m. until 7 p.m. ees can do on social media and email presidential election year. • engaging in any political activity via Express Route 16 serves JBSA-Fort Sam that do not violate the law. OSC created Facebook or Twitter while on duty or in Houston and operates: a Frequently Asked Questions page to Do not engage in political activity the workplace; • Saturday: every 30 minutes from help employees understand what the while on duty or in the workplace. • referring to their offi cial titles or 8:45 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. then hourly until Hatch Act does and does not allow when • Federal employees are “on duty” positions while engaged in political ac- 10:30 p.m. using social media and email. when they are in a pay status, other tivity at any time (note that inclusion of • Sunday: hourly from 9:45 a.m. until 7 p.m. The U.S. Offi ce of Special Counsel rou- than paid leave, or are representing the an employee’s offi cial title or position It costs $2.50 each way or a $4 day tinely receives questions from federal government in an offi cial capacity. on one’s social media profi le, without pass can be purchased with exact change employees and others about when the • Federal employees are considered more, is not an improper use of offi cial at the bus. The VIA bus service to other use of social media and email could “on duty” during telecommuting hours. authority); and routes are available with stops just outside violate the Hatch Act. Do not engage in political activity in • suggesting or asking anyone to make the gates. For additional information, visit Given the unique challenges social me- an offi cial capacity at any time. political contributions at any time. Thus, http://www.viainfo.net. dia poses to federal employees, OSC craft- Do not solicit or receive political they should neither provide links to the ed guidance to help federal employees contributions at any time. political contribution page of any par- HOLIDAY MEALS TO GO understand what is and is not allowed “Political activity” refers to any ac- tisan group or candidate in a partisan Save some time during the hustle and under the Hatch Act. Generally, federal tivity directed at the success or failure race nor “like,” “share,” or “retweet” a bustle of the holidays by taking advantage employees can avoid violating the Hatch of a political party or partisan political solicitation from one of those entities, of the Gateway Club’s holiday meals-to-go Act if they: group (collectively referred to as “parti- including an invitation to a political fun- until Dec. 19. 1. Do not engage in political activity san groups”), or candidate in a partisan draising event. An employee, however, Roast turkeys (12–14 pounds) are $45/ while on duty or in the workplace; race. may accept an invitation to a political members or $50/nonmembers and glazed 2. Do not engage in political activity In addition, some federal employees fundraising event from such entities via Virginia pit hams (9–11 pounds) are $50/ in an offi cial capacity at any time; and are considered “further restricted,” Facebook or Twitter. members or $55/nonmembers. 3. Do not solicit or receive political which means they are prohibited from Further Restricted Employees: Yes, Turkey or ham meals include: Cornbread contributions at any time. taking an active part in partisan political further restricted federal employees stuffi ng, whipped potatoes with gravy, sweet OSC has streamlined the text of its management or partisan political cam- also may express their opinions about potatoes, corn, green beans, cranberry sauce FAQs to be shorter, clearer, and more paigns. Thus, they may not engage, via a partisan group or candidate in a par- and apple pie. accessible to federal employees. social media and email, in any political tisan race (e.g., post, “like,” “share,” Meal pricing: Turkey meals are $75/mem- In general, all federal employees may activity on behalf of a partisan group or “tweet,” “retweet”), but there are a few bers or $80/nonmembers and ham meals are use social media and email and comply candidate in a partisan race. Most fur- limitations. In addition to the limitations with the Hatch Act if they remember ther restricted employees work in law above, the Hatch Act prohibits further enforcement or intelligence agencies. See NEWS IN BRIEF Page 7 the following guidelines, updated in November: These rules have some very limited See HATCH ACT Page 13 PAGE 4 TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015

Photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma The 59th Dental Group tug-of-war team pulls with intensity during the 59th Medical Wing Warrior Medic Challenge on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 6. The event brought the 59th Medical Wing together for a day of friendly, spirited competition designed to build camaraderie amongst members of the wing. 59th Medical Wing spirit shines during inaugural Warrior Medic Challenge By Staff Sgt. Chelsea Browning San Antonio area,” Ramirez said. “Today is about tak- vice commander. “We have more than 6,000 members 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs ing a little time off to come together for some friendly in our wing. I’ve never seen so many of us assemble competition and showcasing our warrior medic ethos.” at one time. Today is about building camaraderie and Competitors from across Joint Base San Anto- “It’s good to come out and see everyone working friendly competition.” nio battled it out for bragging rights, and the com- together – all the camaraderie across the groups,” said At the end, the 59th Medical Support Group came mander’s sword and shield during the inaugural 59th Staff Sgt. Jacob Taylor, 959th Medical Group health out on top. The group earned first place in three com- Medical Wing Warrior Medic Challenge Nov. 6 at JBSA- service manager. petitions and finished in the top three in events where Lackland's Gillum Fitness Center. “I’ve seen a lot of faces I haven’t seen before, and a points counted the most. The challenge was held to build camaraderie lot of faces I haven’t seen in a long time,” said Taylor, “What an amazing win at the inaugural Warrior amongst units and boost morale within the wing, said who competed in the tug-of-war. Medic Challenge,” said Col. Markus Gmehlin, 59th Candido Ramirez, 59th Medical Wing director of staff The day-long affair also included a 5K run, paintball, MDSG commander. “We fielded some amazing athletes and event coordinator. basketball, volleyball, other sporting events, a talent which resulted in our pulling ahead in the last grueling Each of the six groups chose representatives to competition and the ultimate warrior medic challenge, event to capture the win. Thank you for all you do. I participate in various sporting events and challenges. a grueling hour-long CrossFit-style exercise. couldn’t be prouder of each and every one of you.” Our warrior medics work hard all year long support- “It’s rare that medics across JBSA are able to come The next Warrior Medic Challenge is slated for ing the more than 240,000 beneficiaries throughout the together as a wing,” said Col. Glenn Yap, 59th MDW spring 2016. DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 ALAMO WING TRAINS WITH TEXAS NATIONAL GUARD

Photo by Benjamin Faske Master Sgt. Jesse Lopez, 733rd Training Squadron senior NCO in charge, directs a truck down the ramp of a C-5 trainer aircraft at the 433rd Airlift Wing Nov.18 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Texas National Guard members from the 836th Engineer Company practiced securing loads on a C-5 trainer aircraft, practiced making their equipment airworthy and completed joint inspections during the training evolution. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015 343RD TRS OPENS FIRST JBSA-LACKLAND RESILIENCE CENTER

Photo by Johnny Saldivar Photo by Johnny Saldivar Col. Tom Sherman, 37th Training Group commander speaks about the 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio Commander Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta, center, importance of marinating a work-life balance during the opening of the along with wing, group and squadron commanders and superintendents from JBSA-Lackland, cut 343rd Training Squadron resiliency center Nov. 19 at Joint Base San the ribbon to announce the grand opening of the Resilience Center at the 343rd Training Squadron’s Antonio-Lackland. The center, the fi rst at JBSA-Lackland gives future Firehouse dormitory Nov. 19. Members of the 343rd TRS, the home of Air Force Security Forces defenders in technical training a place to recharge after their training days. initial training, developed the center with the Air Force’s Comprehension Airmen Fitness pillars in The Airmen who will use the center attend the Air Force Security Forces in mind and to give the future defenders a place to relax from training. The pillars of the program, Academy, where they learn about missile security, convoy actions, law en- mental, physical, social and spiritual health, are the goal of CAF and key in maintaining a well- forcement and lethal and non-lethal actions. The staff and students of the balanced life when facing challenges that come with military life. 343rd TRS created the room from supplies already in the squadron.

City renames park in 59th Medical Wing volunteer’s honor

By Staff Sgt. Chelsea Browning park the community could be proud of.” 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs Dubel has served as the Thunderbird Hills Neighborhood Association presi- San Antonio recently honored a 59th dent for 12 years. She has advocated Medical Wing volunteer for her civic for many community improvements, work by renaming a community park including sidewalks, speed bumps, on the city’s west side. National Night Out events and fundrais- For more than 12 years, Jane Dubel, a ers for Wounded Warriors at the Joint 26-year volunteer at Wilford Hall, strived Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston to acquire land for the development Fisher House. of a neighborhood park in District 7. “It’s residents like Jane who help us ac- Ultimately, voters approved $350,000 complish great things in our community,” toward the purchase and development said Chris Medina, District 7 councilman. of Thunderbird Hills Park. “Her dedication and service-before-self Dubel also got Disney/ESPN to help spirit has led to long-lasting improve- with playground equipment for the park ments in her neighborhood and the city. through a KaBOOM! grant. KaBOOM! She is greatly deserving of this honor.” is a national non-profi t organization In addition to being a valued mem- dedicated to ensuring children lead an ber of her community, Dubel is also a active life. tremendous asset to the 59th MDW, said On Oct. 31, city council recognized Terryca Fuller, 59th MDW volunteer Dubel’s tenacity by renaming the park coordinator. Photo by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Browning in her honor. “We are grateful for all of her hard Jane Dubel (second from right), 26-year volunteer at Wilford Hall, reacts to seeing a sign bear- “I am thankful the city decided to re- work and sacrifi ces,” said Fuller. “She ing her name during a renaming ceremony at Jane Dubel Park in San Antonio Oct. 31. Her name the park after me,” Dubel said. “I has volunteered over 3,000 hours, sav- friends and family, along with local and state representatives, including U.S. Rep. Joaquin never expected such an honor. I wanted ing the wing more than $75,000 during Castro (left) and District 7 City Councilman Cris Medina (center), joined Dubel for the a safe place for the children to play and a her tenure here.” ceremony honoring her contributions to the community. DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 7

Astronaut duty NEWS IN BRIEF from Page 3 2015 $85/members or $90/nonmembers. Holiday Shipping Deadlines Place orders by calling 645-7034 at least two days in application window advance of pickup. Add $15 to pick up freshly prepared hot meals and specify this at the time of order. The last day to To ensure that holiday mail and packages are de- opens mid-December order is Dec. 17 and the last day to pick up is Dec. 19. No livered in time for Christmas, the U.S. Postal Service coupons are accepted. recommends cus tomers observe the following mailing By Debbie Gildea and shipping dead lines: Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs 502ND ISG/JA HOSTS RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Legal Assistance • Tuesday – Priority Mail Express International® Eligible active duty offi - Offi ce is hosting a Retiree Appreciation Day Friday from cers and enlisted members 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and will be assisting retiree and their • December 15 – Standard Post™ dependents with estate planning documents. They will be able interested in astronaut duty • December 19 – Global Express Guaranteed® can submit an application to obtain a testamentary will, powers of attorney, and advanced medical directives. package to NASA via the • December 19 – First-Class Mail® USAJobs website between No appointment is needed, but a completed estate planning worksheet must be presented at the time of Dec. 15 and mid-February. • December 21 – Priority Mail® NASA photo by arrival. A worksheet may be obtained in one of three ways: Interested Airmen must Sandy Joseph and Robert Murray also submit a separate appli- picking one up at the offi ce, requesting one via email from • December 23 – Priority MailExpress® [email protected], or obtaining at https:// cation package to the Air Force Astronaut Nomination The dates listed above are the earliest deadlines Board using application requirements and instructions afl egalassistance.law.af.mil/. The offi ce is located at 1701 for interna tional and military mail. on the myPers website. Kenly Ave., suite 134. For information, call 671-3362. To be eligible, active duty offi cers and enlisted mem- “Priority Mail Express postage refund eligibility AF HOSTS, WINS WOUNDED WARRIOR SITTING VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT bers must be United States citizens, and must hold a is adjusted for shipments mailed Dec. 22-25. bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institu- The Air Force hosted a joint-service Warrior Care Month tion in engineering, mathematics, biological science or Sitting Volleyball Tournament Nov. 19 at the Pentagon physical science. Athletic Center, and the Air Force wounded warrior Airmen took home the trophy. For more information, call the “The quality of academic preparation is critical,” Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland The tournament was part of the weeklong Warrior CARE said Maj. Michael Jungquist, Air Force Personnel post offi ce location at 671-0952. Center Operations Staff and Special Duty Career Event, held primarily at Joint Base Andrews, where more than Management Branch chief. “Astronaut candidates are 75 wounded, ill or injured service members from different challenged intellectually and physically, so applicants branches of the military competed in adaptive sports and must ensure they are prepared for the challenge.” various activities aimed at healing of the body and mind. Following degree completion, members must have The Warrior CARE Event offered participants caregiver had at least three years of progressively more respon- support, and recovering Airmen mentorship, training and sible professional experience or at least 1,000 hours adaptive and rehabilitative sports training. CARE stands for: as pilot-in-command of a jet aircraft (for pilots). An C - Caregiver Support Program advanced degree is desirable and can be substituted A - Adaptive and Rehabilitative Sports Program for experience, Jungquist said. R - Recovering Airmen Mentorship Program Applicants must also have a current fl ying class II E - Employment and Career Readiness Program physical (completed on or after Aug. 31, and meet the For more information on the Air Force Wounded Warrior medical standards described in Air Force Instruction program, visit http://www.woundedwarrior.af.mil. 36-2205, Applying for Flying Training, Air Battle Manager, and Astronaut Programs. Applicants selected for the candidate positions will Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland enter a two-year training and education program. After the two years, trainees who are selected for the is on Instagram astronaut program will serve a fi ve-year tour with Share your JBSA-Lackland photos with us by NASA. tagging us @JBSALackland The USAJobs astronaut candidate application win- dow is open Dec. 15 through mid-February and the military application deadline is Feb. 29, 2016. The nomination board will convene in late March and the medical screening panel is expected to convene in early April. NASA offi cials will announce the selection results in May 2017 and selectees will report to NASA beginning in August 2017. Packages can be submitted to the USAjobs website at http://www.usajobs.gov. For more information and package requirements go to the myPers website at http://mypers.af.mil. Individu- als can request a myPers account by following instruc- tions on the Air Force Retirees Services website at http://retirees.af.mil. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015 CONFECTIONER’S CREW PREPARES FOR JBSA-LACKLAND COOKIE CAPER

Photo by Staff Sgt, Marissa Garner The 2015 Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Confectioner’s Crew is preparing for the JBSA-Lackland Cookie Caper. The cookie caper is a cookie drive held each year to provide holiday themed treats to service members stationed at JBSA-Lackland or who are in basic or technical training. The crew is looking for help to collect more than 20,000 cookies. Bakers (or buyers) are encouraged to bring a dozen (or several) cookies in packages to the Freedom Chapel Dec. 14. The crew will also collect cookies Dec. 12-13 for those who cannot deliver them to the Freedom Chapel. For more information, send an email to [email protected].

Taking pride in JBSA appearance a year round endeavor

By David DeKunder “We should always keep our instal- inside and out and to be good stew- street signs that are crooked, facing JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs lation looking good and continue to ards of JBSA resources.” the wrong direction and have tree or take care of our resources,” Person Person said JBSA members can do weed growth obstructing them. From picking up trash to touch said. “We are the premiere joint base small things to show their pride in • Buildings and structures that need up painting, there are several things in the Department of Defense and work facilities: to be cleaned and have a deteriorated Joint Base San Antonio members can our installation’s appearance should • Picking up trash around build- or unsafe exterior. do on a daily basis to help clean up refl ect that.” ings and work areas. Trash collected • Pools of water that form in grassy and spruce up the appearance of the Twice a year mission partners par- should be put in dumpsters. areas after a rainstorm. installation. ticipate in the spring and fall Proud • Taking out grass and weeds from JBSA members who see any of these Paying attention to the appearance Week Cleanups to help clean and cracks in sidewalks, parking lots, things at any of the JBSA locations of all JBSA locations, including JBSA- improve the appearance of JBSA. mulch beds, rock gardens, fence lines should call the 24-hour 502nd CES Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland, Person said taking pride in JBSA and landscaped areas. customer service line at 671-5555. JBSA-Randolph and JBSA-Camp should extend beyond the cleanups. • Cleaning up existing fl owerbeds The 502nd CES provides tools and Bullis, is something installation mem- “This is an opportunity for all JBSA and removing dead plants. equipment, including rakes, brooms, bers should do all the time, said Antony mission partners to show pride in • Trimming bushes and shrubs and trimmers, trash bags, wheel barrows, Person, 502nd Civil Engineer Squadron their facilities,” Person said. “It’s an around tree bottoms. paint, gloves and safety googles, to deputy base civil engineer. opportunity to improve our facilities • Touch-up painting of railings, JBSA members on a fi rst-come, fi rst- posts and storage sheds. serve basis. Pick up is available at the Person said JBSA members should following 502nd CES locations: build- also be on the lookout for things that ing 4196 at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston; detract from JBSA’s appearance or building 5497 at JBSA-Lackland; and could be a safety hazard to the in- building 891 at JBSA-Randolph. stallation, including: The squadron store locations • Cracked and uneven walkways. are open from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Collapsing retaining walls. Monday-Friday. • Plugged drainage. JBSA members are required to sign • Broken or rotten tree branches out tools and equipment and should and low hanging branches and call beforehand to determine avail- downed limbs. ability from the squadron stores. • Large debris. Store contact numbers are: • Grass growth that creates an un- JBSA-Fort Sam Houston at 221-3471; safe condition. JBSA-Lackland at 671-2339; and • Dead animals in the road. JBSA-Randolph at 652-2242 or • Fences that are falling down and 652-3808. DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 9 Doubly invisible: Serving with pride, sight-impaired staff support JBSA By Charlotte A. Hu employees enough notice so they can If a teammate has only peripheral comes with many challenges,” Wilform Air Force Public Affairs Agency adjust their transportation schedule.” vision, stand slightly off to the side to allow explained. “First of all, finding a job is The team was doing inventory this better visibility. a challenge in itself. There are so many An Air Force staff sergeant brings a weekend. It’s a chance for overtime and “For example: Grab my shoulder. employers out there that will look at your pile of products to the checkout counter at a little extra cash. Of course, Recker said, We’re going to walk out to your bus,” resume and consider hiring you, but dur- one of the Joint Base San Antonio supply everyone is welcome to participate, but he said. ing the interview, when they find out that stores. The cashier asks him to read her very few of the blind employees can be- Down the hall from Recker’s office you have a vision problem, the attitude the part number of one item so she can cause of transportation challenges. are the offices of the team that handles changes even if your resume was im- verify it. “We offer overtime for various jobs if contracting closeout. On the next level pressive. So many feel that a person that The customer points to the number on employees want to participate, but trans- are rows of colleagues who build the doesn’t see well won’t perform well,” she the product and said, “It’s right here.” portation curtails options for those who products sold in the base supply stores said. “I’m blind,” the cashier said, “Could want to earn a little more from over- that Recker manages. One of the advan- While Wilform is vision impaired, you read it to me?” time,” he explained. tages of being so close together is that she still has some vision and she said, The sergeant’s face reddens and he To be successful, a non-sighted people can mentor and support one an- “Working with those courageous people said, “I had no idea.” employee’s schedule must be very orga- other. One of these mentors is Recker’s at the plant that are totally blind and to This disability isn’t overly obvious, nized. It’s not just about transportation, colleague, Janis Yanez, contracting see how independent and brave they are, explains Craig S. Recker, former 37th it’s about work space. closeout specialist. it really made me take a more positive Training Wing command chief master Recker noted the movie “Office Space,” Yanez has a master’s degree in coun- attitude and outlook on my situation.” sergeant. His current teammates don’t where characters joke about some- seling and discusses with Recker her Many members of the Lighthouse for want to differentiate themselves because one who moves a stapler and upsets a sight loss, which came late in life. When the Blind team participate in the weekly they work hard to define themselves by colleague. she learned of her increasing sight loss, tours. Anyone who wants to learn more something other than a disability. “Oftentimes, if someone moves some- she wanted to maintain her indepen- about the mission is welcome on the tour. After 30 years in the U.S. Air Force, thing on a desk, it can have a disrup- dence. Now, in addition to the work she During one of these tours, a tall, dark- Recker retired. He said he loves the Air tive influence for a sight-impaired em- does in contracting, she often acts as a haired, casually dressed man in a room Force because he knows it matters and ployee. Predictability and organization is mentor both for colleagues and those full of computerized equipment is sur- he wanted to find a place in the civilian critical,” he said. who come through the center for adapt- rounded by a couple of dozen guests. He sector where he could have that same While there are challenges and extra ability training. is the expert on accessibility equipment, feeling. He found it in the San Antonio duties at his office for sighted employees “People often don’t know how to as- the technology that helps sight impaired Lighthouse for the Blind, a non-profit like Recker, like making sure colleagues sert themselves,” she said. “Many job people maintain independence. He moves organization dedicated to empowering get to the right bus at closing time, he applications for administrative jobs, confidently from machine to machine, the blind and visually impaired. loves his new team. for example, require a driver’s license. demonstrating the capabilities of ac- “If more people knew about the “It’s great to have such a dedicated There’s no reasonable need for a driver’s cessibility tools for the blind. He places lives of my team,” Recker said, “they workforce,” he said. “We have almost no license. It’s a kind of bias in the system.” a book under one and hits a button. It would be inspired. Much like wounded turnover.” She helps people communicate with begins reading the text aloud. He turns warriors, they don’t want to be identified Prior to taking over as manager their employers to understand their it off and explains that this can be used by inabilities; they want to be defined by for 14 stores serving installations like challenges and make appropriate ad- to help the blind read the daily news- their abilities.” those in Joint Base San Antonio, justments so they can continue an inde- paper. While answering questions from Recker explains a range of challenges Tinker Air Force Base, OK., Holloman pendent life. the group, he maintains eye contact with that makes the lives of blind teammates Air Force Base, N.M., Fort Hood, installa- Patricia Wilform, who worked at the each person who asks a question. different. tions in Fort Worth, and others through- supply depot at JBSA-Lackland through A colleague asked him about his level “The 30-minute car ride I do every out Texas, Oklahoma and New Mexico, the San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind of sight. To the surprise of the group, day is a two-plus hour public transport Recker had to do blind sensitivity for seven years, said when she started he explained that he is completely blind. commute for them,” he said. “If there is training. it gave her a sense of purpose to find a He has achieved what many want. He is anything outside of normal hours Mon- Sensitivity training covers how to in- place where she fit in. not defined by his disability. In fact, his day through Friday, we have to give the teract with the workforce, he explained. “Being visually impaired, employment challenges are virtually invisible. PAGE 10 TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015 DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 11

Joint Base San Antonio celebrates Thanksgiving 2015 Members of the local San Antonio community complete the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland registration process during Operation Home Cooking at the Pfi ngston celebrated Thanksgiving in various Reception Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 26. ways. More than 350 members of the San Antonio community invited Airmen and those currently in basic training into their homes as part of Operation Home Cooking. The program, in it’s 40th year, 37th Training Wing Commander Brig. Gen. Trent Edwards and 37th TRW Command allows members of the commu- Food service specialists from the Live Oak Dining Facility and members of the 37th Training Wing prepare to serve a Thanksgiving meal to Airmen and retired service- Chief Master Sgt. Sharon Fuller prepare to serve a Thanksgiving Meal to Airmen cur- nity to welcome Airmen into their members and their families Nov. 26 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. rently in technical training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 26. homes for Thanksgiving as a way to thank them for their service and provide a temporary home away from home. Airmen in technical training at JBSA-Lackland were served a Thanksgiving meal by several members of the 37th Training Wing, the 737th Training Group and the 59th Medical Wing at the Live Oak Dining Facility at JBSA-Lackland.

Photos by Robert Rubio

Airmen are served a Thanksgiving meal by members of Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland leadership at the Live Oak Dining Facility Nov. 26. Airmen enjoy a Thanksgiving meal served by members of Joint Base San Airmen have a Thanksgiving meal at the Live Oak Dining Facility Nov. 26 at Joint Base San Airmen are served a Thanksgiving meal by members of Joint Base San Antonio- Antonio-Lackland wing, squadron and group commanders Nov. 26 at the Live Antonio-Lackland. Each year, the staff of the facility decorates the building with a harvest theme for Lackland leadership at the Live Oak Dining Facility Nov. 26. Oak Dining Facility. Thanksgiving to help guest feel more welcome. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015 JBSA members nominated for Air Force Security Forces Awards

By David DeKunder maneuvered under the fire and served in Afghanistan from April to JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs engaged with enemy insurgents. December 2014. While under fire, Corley relayed Jackson said he would not have Seven Joint Base San Antonio enemy advances and movements to been nominated for the award security forces members were his unit, who were able to use the without the support of 802nd SFS recognized by Air Education and information to direct strikes and members. Training Command for this year’s counterstrikes on enemy positions • Staff Sgt. Jason Moscoso, major command-level Air Force and thwart their movements. 902nd SFS standards and evalua- Security Forces Individual Awards. Staff Sgt. Mathew Garza, 802nd tions; Outstanding Security Forces Chief Master Sgt. Richard SFS NCO in charge of electronic Support Staff NCO Award. Sherman, AETC security forces security systems, said Corley is Moscoso conducts duty position manager, said the Air Force an outstanding security forces evaluations and oversees inspec- Security Forces Awards Program member who sets high standards tions with the 902nd SFS. includes 16 categories of individ- for himself. “I feel really grateful to my ual awards. Each security forces “He is willing to do more than leadership and the squadron for unit submitted nominations that what is expected of him and to this great opportunity to excel,” were endorsed by their wings and exceed the standards of a security Moscoso said. then submitted to AETC. The AETC forces member,” Garza said. “He is • Jason Eglinton, 902nd SFS winners have since been submit- always going above and beyond.” flight chief and incident command- ted to Air Force Security Forces to The Col. Billy Jack Carter award er; Outstanding Security Forces compete at that level. is named after the commander of Flight Level Civilian Award, Sherman said AETC security the 377th Security Police Squadron Supervisory Level. As flight chief forces units submitted more than stationed at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, and incident commander, Eglin- 100 nominations in 16 categories South Vietnam, who distinguished ton responds to the scene of any for the awards. himself during the Vietnam War’s incidents that might occur at JBSA- There are more than 2,500 active Tet Offensive. The award honors Randolph. duty, reserve and civilian members a security forces member for a Eglinton said he felt humbled serving in AETC security forces specific act, contribution or event. and happy for being nominated. He units. With so many units and • Senior Airman Meredith credits the work of the 20 security members submitting nominations, Jefferies, 802nd SFS emergency forces members he supervises the awards process is always very communications controller; Airman for helping him get the award competitive, Sherman said. 1st Class Elizabeth Jacobson nomination. “There are so many outstanding Award. The Jacobson award rec- • Staff Sgt. Rosa Padin-Cabada, individuals out there getting the ognizes the accomplishments and 902nd SFS; Outstanding Security job done every day,” Sherman said. fighting contributions of young Forces Air Reserve Component “Our nominees are truly the best service members while in an NCO Award. of the best and we look forward to expeditionary setting or in pre- • Staff Sgt. Fredric Bantin, them being recognized at the Air deployment activities related to mis- 902nd SFS patrolman and entry Force level also.” sion success. Jacobson was the first controller; Outstanding Security The JBSA individual award win- security forces member to be killed Forces Air Reserve Component ners are members of the 802nd in action in Iraq Sept. 28, 2005, while Airman Award. Security Forces Squadron located at supporting convoy operations. “It is an unbelievable opportunity JBSA-Lackland and the 902nd “I am very grateful for being to show the Air Force what a great Security Forces Squadron at selected for this award at the AETC command and team we are at the JBSA-Randolph. level,” Jefferies said. “I would have 902nd SFS,” said Bantin about his The names of JBSA winners never been able to accomplish the nomination.” For me to be able to of the Air Force Security Forces things I did last year without the accomplish my duties to a level that individual awards include: very strong support system I had I am being recognized is a great • Senior Airman Christopher on my deployment and back home.” feeling. I am a proud Airman. To Corley, 802nd SFS unit appoint- • Master Sgt. Jerrold Jackson, know I am being a great example ment monitor; Col. Billy Jack 802nd SFS NCO in charge of plans to my family is a very rewarding Carter Award. and programs; Outstanding Security feeling.” Corley was nominated for Forces Flight Level SNCO Award. Nominations for each of the his role in a five-hour fire fight Jackson was nominated for the Outstanding Security Forces while deployed in Afghanistan in award for his duties as a flight ser- Awards are based on a service 2014. As a member of 439th Air geant in managing and supervising member and civilian’s specific duty Expeditionary Advisory Squadron the shift operations for 75 achievements, self-improvement U.S. Central Command Security active-duty and civilian secu- efforts and participation in military Response Force, Corley tactically rity forces members. He also and civilian activities. DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 13

HATCH ACT from Page 3 or Member of Congress, even after the President or the workplace — receive a partisan political email? Member begins his reelection campaign. A: Yes. Simply receiving a partisan political email restricted employees from: Q: What should a federal employee do if an indi- while at work, whether to a personal or government • posting or linking to campaign or other parti- vidual posts or “tweets” a message soliciting political email account, without more, does not violate the san material of a partisan group or candidate in a contributions to a partisan group or candidate in a par- Hatch Act. However, federal employees must not send partisan race; tisan race, or a link to the political contribution page or forward partisan political emails to others while on • “sharing” these entities’ Facebook pages or their for such entities, on the employee’s social media page? duty or in the workplace. content; and A: Although the Hatch Act prohibits federal Q: May a federal employee — while on duty or in • “retweeting” posts from these entities’ Twitter employees from soliciting or receiving political con- the workplace — forward a partisan political email accounts. tributions at any time, employees are not responsible from her government email account to her personal Q: May a federal employee engage in political activ- for the statements of third parties, even when they ap- email account? ity on Facebook or Twitter if she is “friends” with or pear on their social media page. Thus, if an individual A: Yes. If a federal employee receives a partisan has “followers” who are subordinate employees? posts a link to the political contribution page of a political email in his government email account, she A: Yes, but subject to the limitations described in partisan group or candidate in a partisan race, or may send that email to her personal email account other related questions and the following guidelines. otherwise solicits political contributions, the employee while at work. Simply forwarding such an email to If a supervisor’s statements about a partisan group or need not take any action. The same advice applies to one’s personal email account, without more, does not candidate in a partisan race are directed at all of his any “tweets” directed at the employee. However, the violate the Hatch Act. 5 Facebook friends or Twitter followers, e.g., posted on employee should not “like,” “share,” or “retweet” the Q: May a federal employee — while on duty or in his Facebook page, then there is no Hatch Act viola- solicitation, or respond in any way that would tend to the workplace — send or forward a partisan political tion. Such statements would be improper if the super- encourage other readers to contribute. email from his government email account or his visor specifi cally directed them toward her subordinate Q: If a federal employee has listed his offi cial title personal email account to others? employees, or to a subset of friends that includes or position on Facebook, may he also complete the A: No. A federal employee cannot send or forward subordinate employees. For example, a supervisor “political views” fi eld? a partisan political email from either his government should not send to a subordinate employee a Face- A: Yes. Simply identifying one’s political party email account or his personal email account (even book message or “tweet” that shows her support for a affi liation on a social media profi le, which also contains using a personal device) while at work. partisan group or candidate in a partisan race. one’s offi cial title or position, without more, is not an Q: May a federal employee — while on duty or in the Q: May a federal employee use a Facebook or Twit- improper use of offi cial authority. 4 workplace — send or forward an email about currents ter account in his offi cial capacity to engage in political Q: May a federal employee display a political party events or matters of public interest to others? activity? or campaign logo or candidate photograph as her cov- A: The Hatch Act does not prohibit federal employees A: No. Any social media account created in a federal er or header photo on Facebook or Twitter? from engaging in non-partisan political activities. employee’s offi cial capacity should be limited to offi cial A: Yes, federal employees may display a political Accordingly, employees may express their opinions business matters and remain politically neutral. Any party or campaign logo or candidate photograph as about current events and matters of public interest at political activity must be confi ned to the employee’s their cover or header photo on their personal Facebook work so long as their actions are not considered po- personal Facebook or Twitter account, subject to the or Twitter accounts. This display, usually featured at litical activity. For example, employees are free to ex- limitations described in other related questions. the top of one’s social media profi le, without more, is press their views and take action as individual citizens Q: May a federal employee become a “friend,” “like,” not improper political activity. on such questions as referendum matters, changes in or “follow” the social media page of a partisan group Q: May a federal employee display a political party municipal ordinances, constitutional amendments, or candidate in a partisan race? or campaign logo or a candidate photograph as his pending legislation or other matters of public inter- A: Yes, but not while on duty or in the workplace. profi le picture on Facebook or Twitter? est, like issues involving highways, schools, housing, Q: May a federal employee use an alias to “friend,” A: Yes, but subject to the following limitations. and taxes. “like,” or “follow” the social media page of a partisan Because a profi le picture accompanies most actions Of course, employees should be mindful of their group or candidate in a partisan race? on social media, a federal employee would not be agencies’ computer use policies prior to sending or A: Yes, but be advised that federal employees remain permitted, while on duty or in the workplace, to post, forwarding any non-work related emails. subject to the Hatch Act even when they act under an “share,” “tweet,” or “retweet” any items on Facebook Q: May a federal employee send or forward a parti- alias. Therefore, the advice provided in response to or Twitter, because each such action would show their san political email to subordinate employees? other questions applies regardless of whether or not support for a partisan group or candidate in a partisan A: No. It is an improper use of offi cial authority for the employee is acting under an alias. race, even if the content of the action is not about a supervisor to send or forward a partisan political Q: May a federal employee continue to “friend,” those entities. email to subordinates, at any time. “like,” or “follow” an offi cial social media page of a Email Q: May a federal employee send or forward an email government offi cial after he has become a candidate Q: What is a partisan political email? invitation to a political fundraising event to others? for reelection? A: A partisan political email is an email that is di- A: No, the Hatch Act prohibits federal employees A: Yes. For example, a federal employee may contin- rected at the success or failure of a partisan group or from soliciting or receiving political contributions, ue to “friend,” “like,” or “follow” the offi cial Facebook, candidate in a partisan race. which includes inviting individuals to political fund- Twitter, or other social media page of the President Q: May a federal employee — while on duty or in raising events, at any time.

Friday Sunday • 6 p.m. The Last Witch Hunter (PG-13) • Noon Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Movie Line: 671-3985 or View schedules at: Saturday Dimension (3D) (R) https://www.shopmyexchange.com/reel-time-theatres/ • Noon Studio Appreciation Advance Screening – • 3 p.m. The Last Witch Hunter (PG-13) Program Note Free Admission – Rated PG-13. Thursday Locate the Day of the Week and Date and Read across FRIDAY for specifi c show times. THROUGH • 3 p.m. The Last Witch Hunter (PG-13) • 4 p.m. Paranormal Activity: The Ghost We have one movie screen, one movie per show time. • 6 p.m. Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension (3D) (R) Doors open 30 minutes prior to each show time. THURSDAY Dimension (3D) (R) PAGE 14 community TALESPINNER DECEMBER 4, 2015

WEDNESDAY information or to reserve a seat, call ing the data and understanding the Please bring any prior court orders. LOCAL BRIEFS JBSA TRANSITION SUMMIT 292-3543. car purchasing process will help The class will take place at JBSA- A free hiring fair and transition people control the overall car buying Lackland from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FRIDAY summit for service members, veter- FEDERAL RESUME PROCESS experience. For more information or at 1701 Kenly Avenue (On Parade PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES ans and military spouses is sched- Review the civilian hiring process to register, call671-3722. Field), Bldg 2484, Conference Room Airmanship 101 will be taking uled for Wednesday and Thursday at noon to 2 p.m. at Arnold Hall and 29. For information, call)671-5789. place at 8 a.m. and Airman the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam learn how to navigate through DEC. 14 Comprehensive Assessment Houston Community Center, 1395 http://www.usajobs.gov. Topics JBSA-LACKLAND HOSTS COOKIE CAPER DEC. 18 Workshop at 2 p.m. Chaffee Road. covered include: OPM guidance and The JBSA-Lackland Cookie Caper HEARTS APART HOLIDAY PARTY The 59th Medical Wing Career The two-day interactive sum- terminology; writing tips for a federal is collecting donations. The cookie Celebrate the holidays at the Assistance Advisor in association mit features panel events, recruiter resume; searching and applying for caper is an annual cookie drive held Arnold Hall Community Center. with the Gateway Performance training and facilitated discussions jobs; using the Application Manager to provide holiday themed treats Hearts Apart patrons must register System is hosting the professional on improving competitive employ- to complete applications; and check- to service members stationed at by Wednesday. The holiday party development courses at the Innova- ment opportunities. ing status and rating process. To JBSA-Lackland, or who are currently is from 6-9 p.m. for photos with tion Center, Bldg. 4550, Room 1C31. The fi rst panel is at 4 p.m. reserve a seat, call 671-3722. in basic or technical training. Grab Santa, food, holiday carols, games Register at https://cs3.eis.af.mil/ Wednesday, followed by a networking a friend and back a dozen (or 10) of and more. Hearts Apart is a support sites/OO-ED-AE-25/Pathways/ reception at 5:30 p.m. for employers, DEC. 11 your best holiday cookies and bring group for military families of a Registration/Registration.aspx. senior leaders and job seekers. At SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT GROUP them to the Freedom Chapel Dec. deployed or geographically separated Walk-ins are welcomed. 9:30 a.m. Thursday, there are em- This brown bag forum meets 14. For additional information, email service member. To register or for ployment workshops for job seekers, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It connects [email protected]. information, call 292-3543. SATURDAY followed by interactive forums and single parents with one another to HOLIDAY IN BLUE panels at 11 a.m. and the hiring share helpful resources and ways DEC. 16 INFORMATIONAL The U.S. Air Force Band of the fair/career forum at 1 p.m. Register to overcome challenges of being a FREE PARENTING ORDER HOLIDAY CLOSURES West will be performing “Holiday in at http://www.hiringourheroes.org. single parent. This support group LEGAL CLINICS AVAILABLE JBSA-Lackland Youth Program Blue” at 3 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. meets in Bldg. 4600. For more Have questions about paternity, is closed Dec. 25 in observance of Monday at the Edgewood Theater, BUNDLES FOR BABIES information, call 292-3543. child support or parenting time? Christmas and Jan. 1 in observance 402 Lance St. The performance is Active duty expecting parents Come to this free clinic for legal of the New Year. AETC Family Days free and open to the public. are encouraged to attend Bundles DEC 12 information. Please do not bring will result in reduced hours for Tickets are available at https:// for Babies 1-4:30 p.m. Information CAR BUYING CLASS children to this clinic. JAG staff will School Age Program from 6:30 a.m. www.eventbrite.com/. provided covers fi nancial planning A car buying class is being held answer questions about family care to 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. Non-ticket holders will be from conception to college, support from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at plans, visitation, paternity, and child All open recreation, teens, instruc- admitted 15 minutes prior to the programs offered within the commu- the Military & Family Readiness support, but cannot provide legal tional and sports activities will be performance. nity, and parenting skills. For more Center. Knowing the facts, collect- representation or give legal advice. closed.

JBSA-LACKLAND CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES —PROTESTANT WORSHIP SERVICES —WICCA Daily Mass Mon., Tues. & Thur. 11:30 a.m. Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Freedom Chapel – Building 1528 New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 Note: Reconciliation(s) may be scheduled by appointment Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Contemporary Service Sun. 9:30 a.m. Sun. 9:00 – 11:00 (Auditorium) —ISLAMIC Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Religious Education Sun. 11:00 a.m. Freedom Chapel – Building 1528 Global Ministry Center – Building 7452 American Red Cross 844-4225 Gospel Service Sun. 12:30 p.m. Wicca Open Circle 1st Tues. 6 – 7 p.m. Jumu'ah Prayer Fri. 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 Spanish Service Sun. 3:00 p.m. —BUDDIST Bowling Center 671-2271 LITURGICAL SERVICE —REFUGE STUDENT CENTER New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 DEERS 800-538-9552 Airman Memorial Chapel – Building 5432 Building 9122 (Tech Training & TDY Students) Sun. 10 a.m. (Rm. 175) Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Sun. 8:00 a.m Wednesday 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. —ECKANKAR Family Child Care 671-3376 CHURCH OF CHRIST Friday 6 – 11 p.m. Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 Legal Offi ce 671-3362 New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 Saturday 12 – 9 p.m. 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays 12:30 p.m. Library 671-3610 Sun. 7:30 a.m. (Rm. 175) Sunday 11 – 5 p.m. —BAHA'I Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST —JEWISH Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 Airmen Memorial Chapel – Building 5432 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sun. 11:00 a.m. Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Sat. 12:30 p.m. Sabbath & Kiddush Fri. 4:30 p.m. TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 —THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Religious Education Sun. 1:30 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3608 New BMT Reception Center – Building 6330 LATTER-DAY SAINTS —ROMAN CATHOLIC Sun. 7:30 a.m. (Rm. 112) Gateway Chapel – Building 6300 Freedom Chapel – Building 1528 Enlisted Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandesc.org Religious Education Tues. 6:30 p.m. —ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN Religious Education Sun. 9:00 a.m. Force Support Squadron http://www.lacklandfss.com LDS Institute Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Airmen Memorial Chapel – Building 5432 Mass Sat. 5:00 p.m. Sun. 11:00 a.m. Lackland ISD http://www.lacklandisd.net LDS Service Sun. 1:00 p.m. Sun. 9:30 a.m. Reconciliation Sat. 4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandosc.org JBSA Public website http://www.jbsa.mil For more details, contact Freedom Chapel - 671-4208 • Gateway Chapel - 671-2911 My Air Force Life http://www.MyAirForceLife.com DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER PAGE 15

Congratulations to the Jordan Lewis 322nd TRS, Flight 022 Congratulations to the –Flight 039 Most Physically Fit following 55 Airmen for Cory Moheit Carla Griego following 76 Airmen Elijah Chevalier –Female Airmen being selected as honor Nicholas Oleary 322nd TRS, Flight 024 for being selected as Ishmael Legaspi Billie Moore graduates among the Miguel Soto Stephany Carrillo honor graduates among –Flight 040 323rd TRS, Flight 032 557 Air Force basic Tyler Waddell-Upton 320th TRS, Flight 016 the 763 Air Force basic Carolyn Braus Jessica Fanty military trainees who –Flight 023 Natalia Rivera military trainees who Hilary Zirkle 320th TRS, Flight 028 graduated November 27: Ruben Gonzales 331st TRS, Flight 020 graduated today: Ashley Weidenbach –Flight 024 –Male Airmen 322nd Training Squadron 320th TRS, Flight 028 320th Training Squadron Jonathan Kim Yesenia Lopez Diaz Jenna Bloom 320th Training Squadron –Flight 033 –Flight 013 Nikia Craig 322nd TRS, Flight 022 323rd TRS, Flight 032 –Flight 025 Christopher Chapman Antonio Cataldo Carla Griego Aaron Sprouse –Male Airmen William Bakkila Christopher Gonzalez Adam Coughlin Mariah Moody 331st TRS, Flight 018 Michael Stocker Jared Hedges Jon Gross Scot Kortright Mackenzie Tallent Jacob Dulcie 320th TRS, Flight 025 John Menken Ryunosuke Karaffa Anhthu Tran-Nguyen 331st TRS, Flight 019 Richard Newman –Flight 014 Nicholas Miller Kyle Kunzie Donel Miller 320th TRS, Flight 027 Timothy Boston Jaycen Roark Paul Lombardi 331st TRS, Flight 018 Landon Moore Miles Davis 331st Training Squadron Cody Schaefer Kyle Michael 322nd TRS, Flight 035 Nathan Davis –Flight 017 Michael Stocker Brandon Miller Angelo Deprimo Andrew Grate Daniel Bartolome –Female Flights Gavin Stuart Tanner Reeh 320th TRS, Flight 026 Andrew Green Tyler Bosford 322nd TRS, Flight 024 Adam Wallace Robert Sullivan Joshua Nash Joshua Garcia 320th TRS, Flight 016 Jacob Weber –Flight 034 –Female Flights Patrick Rodgers 331st TRS, Flight 020 322nd TRS, Flight 034 Anto George –Flight 026 Reina Baker Gabriel Torrez 321st TRS, Flight 040 Patrick Hailey –Male Flights Aaron Bisignani Abby Finkel 320th TRS, Flight 028 –Flight 015 Marques Locke 322nd TRS, Flight 022 Timothy Kramer –Flight 035 323rd TRS, Flight 032 Andrew Caratello Diego Lopez 322nd TRS, Flight 023 Daniel Lewis Jericho Mais Mitchell Jones Brandon Mccarley 331st TRS, Flight 018 Zachary Mankes Corderral Williams –Male Flights Timothy Oeler Jordan Melgarejo 331st TRS, Flight 017 Logan Mclouth –Flight 036 320th TRS, Flight 027 –Flight 016 Daniel Shanks 331st TRS, Flight 019 Oliver Perrault William Bragg III 320th TRS, Flight 025 Rita Walker –Flight 018 320th TRS, Flight 015 Austin Sukut Shane Taylor 320th TRS, Flight 026 Samuel Irwin 322nd TRS, Flight 021 Jack Tyskowski James Truong 321st TRS, Flight 037 322nd Training Squadron Shaquille Roberts 320th TRS, Flight 013 Devin Wells –Flight 029 322nd TRS, Flight 035 320th TRS, Flight 014 322nd TRS, Flight 033 –Flight 021 Aaron Sprouse –Flight 027 William Andrews IV 323rd TRS, Flight 029 Malik Coppedge Kirby Tjoland Jacob Bland Kurtis Cummings 323rd TRS, Flight 030 Kevin Thomas –Flight 019 Top Academic Flights Conrad Bloss Jordan Huffaker 321st TRS, Flight 039 –Flight 022 Nicholas Hout 322nd TRS, Flight 022 Bryan Butler Josh Pattillo 321st TRS, Flight 038 Robert Allen –Flight 020 320th TRS, Flight 014 Christian Campbell Michael Schaffer 323rd TRS, Flight 031 Ryan Deleon Sydney Jones 331st TRS, Flight 017 Jesse Gentry Jacob Tomlin 322nd TRS, Flight 036 Colton Dennis 322nd TRS, Flight 024 Boone Helm Roberto Vazquez Nathan Duffy Top BMT Airman 320th TRS, Flight 013 Brandon King –Flight 030 Kiersten Duke Antonio Cataldo 331st TRS, Flight 019 Samuel Kuo Brayden Cain Top Academic Flights Calderon Enriquez 320th TRS, Flight 013 331st TRS, Flight 018 Patrick Masik Dakota Davis 320th TRS, Flight 027 David Harrison 322nd TRS, Flight 021 Chase Mirelez Dominick Malmstedt 320th TRS, Flight 026 Noah Hill Most Physically Fit 320th TRS, Flight 015 Ryan Silva Ashley Mounts 323rd TRS, Flight 029 320th TRS, Flight 016 320th TRS, Flight 025 Talon Jenson –Female Airmen Jon Taitano Trenton Thompson 322nd TRS, Flight 023 321st TRS, Flight 039 Jonathan Kim Kiley Williams Kellen Watson –Flight 031 331st TRS, Flight 020 David Williams Jacob Buhrman 322nd TRS, Flight 036 323rd TRS, Flight 030 –Flight 028 Scott Kaul 322nd TRS, Flight 035 Lianne Gumboc Daniel Soffera 321st TRS, Flight 037 Rosa Hines –Flight 032 323rd TRS, Flight 031 To advertise in Kelli Avila 322nd TRS, Flight 033 Jessica Hamada the Talespinner, call 321st Training Squadron 321st TRS, Flight 040 –Flight 037 323rd TRS, Flight 032 250-2440 for classifi eds Jayson Frisbie Top BMT Airman 322nd TRS, Flight 034 or contact Nickalas Primer Michael Stocker 320th TRS, Flight 028 Zachery Standfuss 320th TRS, Flight 025 321st TRS, Flight 038 Michelle Bogue at 250-2052 for SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES! retail ads BUCKLE UP AND WEAR YOURS! 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By Senior Airman Westin Warburton assigned to the 59th Medical Wing, the M&FRC sees stress so members can get on with life in a happier, JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs roughly 1,600 people from the wing each year. This more productive manner,” she added. was a major factor in the decision to create an In addition, the alternate M&FRC location The Military & Family Readiness Center recent- alternate location to make services more attainable features an embedded Military & Family Life ly opened a satellite office near the Wilford Hall for those members, Flores said. Consultant available to help with issues that occur Ambulatory Surgical Center to better serve personnel Programs provided from the M&FRC include the across the military lifestyle. The M&FLC program from the 59th Medical Wing. Air Force Aid Society, Air Force Wounded Warriors is a free, confidential, off-the record non-medical The office is located in building 4600, near the assistance, Air Force Families Forever, personal counseling program available to all military person- Wilford Hall auditorium entrance. financial readiness and employment, transition, nel and their dependents. “This convenient location will help wounded and relocation assistance. Although the center is located at Wilford Hall, warriors, patients, special needs members and care The center will be able to bring services to the all Joint Base San Antonio military members can providers to access our services easier,” said Sylvia member if they are hospitalized or unable to come visit the location. Flores, M&FRC community readiness consultant. to us, Flores said. For more information about services and pro- With approximately 3,200 active-duty members “We will be providing more emphasis on reducing grams provided by the M&FRC, call 292-3543.

different ways we would like to see the world and we try to influence others to go along with the way we Air University focuses on deterrence like to see things happen. “When you’re talking about trying to deter terror- By Lt. Col. David Huxsoll Advanced Nuclear Deterrence Studies director. ists or non-state actors, they usually exist in a much Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. 42nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Lowther said conflict can be conceived as a larger social context. We concentrate on how many pyramid. foreign fighters are in one area of Syria, but the even The end of the Cold War, coupled with the conflicts “At the top of that conflict is nuclear conflict,” he more interesting question is ‘where are they all com- in Afghanistan and Iraq, caused American decision said. “At the bottom is terrorism as we generally think ing from?’ What is causing them to want to collect in makers to focus on present-day conflicts. However, of it. The top is the worst case, but least likely. At the this one area to fight in support of their ideology?” a resurgent Russia, the rise of new non-state actors bottom is the least dangerous, but most likely.” The AU has committed its intellectual resources to and new threats in the cyber realm have brought The nuclear deterrent force remains to be defined the study an understanding of deterrence. The 2015 about a renewed focus on the concept of deterrence, by the triad of bombers, intercontinental ballistic AU Strategic Plan identifies deterrence as an area according to faculty and researchers at Air University. missiles and submarines. where it is committed to providing research, analysis, Joint Publication 1-02 defines deterrence as “the “The Air Force and the Navy are all looking to and recommendations that address priority issues for prevention of action by the existence of a credible update their nuclear arsenals,” said Col. Charles the Air Force. threat of unacceptable counteraction and/or the Patnaude, AU Global Strike Command chair. “Deterrence is resurgent,” Lowther said. “Both belief that the cost of action outweighs the perceived However, deterrence is not an exclusively military an interest and need for an understanding of deter- benefits.” concept, said Lt. Col. Dave Lyle, AU Curtis E. LeMay rence is really returning, and Air University and the “Part of what makes deterrence difficult is that Center for Doctrine Development and Education Air Force are making a distinct effort to improve the deterrence is successful when nothing happens, so deputy director of warfighting and education. understanding of Airmen in regards to deterrence – it’s very hard to measure.” said Dr. Adam Lowther, “It’s part of everyday human interaction,” he said. both conventional and nuclear and in the new realms former AU research professor and School for “We have different competing interests, we have of cyber.” AF welcomes newest 3-star general to lead manpower, personnel, services By Tech. Sgt. Bryan Franks ing command opportunity positions to prepare her for capable today, but in the midterm and far-term, and Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs Command Information her new role. she is excited about the opportunity. “I never aspired to be a three star,” Grosso said. “I “I have served in positions that didn’t even exist when Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein always aspired to be a good Airman and do the best I I was a second lieutenant and you don’t know what welcomed the newest lieutenant general to the Air could in the job the Air Force asked me to do.” this world looks like far into the future,” Grosso said. Force, who will serve as the 31st Air Force deputy chief Grosso marked the occasion in front of a host of co- “The Air Force has such tremendous opportunities for of staff for manpower, personnel and services, during a workers, friends and family, who she said were part of men and women, of all ages and colors, military and Nov. 16 ceremony at the Pentagon. the inspiration that kept her moving forward. civilian.” With her new title, Lt. Gen. Gina Grosso is responsible “I grew up with an amazing group of role models Over the span of 29 years, Grosso has held several for comprehensive plans and policies covering all life that were all of my mom’s friends,” Grosso said. “I saw command and staff positions most recently serving as cycles of military and civilian personnel management, these amazing women and the things they were doing the Air Force’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response which includes military and civilian end strength man- in their lives – I believed I could do whatever I wanted program director. agement, education and training, compensation, re- to do in this world. It never occurred to me to limit “To me, the sky is the limit and so my advice is to source allocation, and the worldwide Air Force services myself based on my gender.” never hesitate to go through a door, especially if it’s program. She is the first female to hold the position. As the new deputy, Grosso said that developing the really scary to go through, because the less you know Grosso said that the Air Force has given her oppor- plans to expand on the Human Capital Annex of the about something the more you grow and I will guar- tunities of increasing responsibility and authority in Air Force’s Strategic Master Plan is going to be a huge antee you will probably look back on that as your best the manpower, personnel and services arena, includ- part of her job to make sure the Air Force is not only assignment ever,” she said. DECEMBER 4, 2015 TALESPINNER sports PAGE 17 UPCOMING Staff sergeant looks to impress at American Open FIRST STEPS BASKETBALL Register youth, ages 3-5, for First Story and photo by Jose T. Garza III would be a great feeling to repay them Steps Basketball from 6 a.m. JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs for their support.” to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Dec. 11. The registration fee is $35 Westmoreland is excited about compet- per child and a sports physical Staff Sgt. Travis Westmoreland, 802nd ing against the international community’s and shot records are required at Security Forces Squadron Basic Military best weightlifters. signup. The program is only open Training pass and processing adminis- “I have never been to a competition to the fi rst 48 children, so early trator, is currently competing in the USA like this,” he said. “I am excited for the registration is advised. Parents Weighlifting-sponsored American Open, challenge of seeing how I can do against are required to participate in the program sessions as an extension which started Thursday and concludes competitors from different parts of the of the coach. A parent meeting Sunday in Reno, Nev. world.” will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 7. The Long before he arrived in the “Biggest Westmoreland said his future goal is program will run Saturdays from Little City in the World,” Westmoreland to compete in the Pan American Games, Jan. 9 to Feb. 13 at various times. sized himself up against his competition adding it would be an “amazing” feeling Call 671-2388 . in the 85-kilogram class. to represent the Air Force at that level. YOUTH CENTER HOSTS The North Carolina native noted he “My success in weightlifting would BASKETBALL CAMP wrote the names of individuals with show that you can fulfill goals that are The Joint Base San Antonio- higher Olympic weightlifting totals than outside of the Air Force,” he said. “You Lackland Youth Center will him with a black dry erase marker on his can still make the Air Force proud while conduct a three-day basketball bathroom mirror, allowing him to main- pursuing passions outside of it. It would camp for children ages 9-18 tain focus and motivation in his quest for be awesome to make it to that stage and Dec. 28-30. Registration is $50 per youth, per camp. The deadline greatness. have the support of the my squadron.” for registration is Dec. 14. “Every time I go into training, I have the Lwoski trusts that Travis can be suc- Registration after the due date mindset of outworking people with bet- cessful in the sport. is subject to a $15 late fee, and ter totals than me,” Westmoreland said. “He has the dedication, drive and mo- is dependent on availability. Call “Every time I brush my teeth or pre- tivation to be successful in the sport,” he 671-2388 for more information. Staff Sgt. Travis Westmoreland, 802nd Security pare to take a shower, I always see their Forces Squadron Basic Military Training pass- said. “Most importantly, he has the ath- THREE-4-FIVE SPECIAL names, and that helps me train harder. ing processor, performs a 185-pound clean and letic ability to do it. Travis is a natural Bowl three games with shoes Each time I produce a total higher than jerk lift Nov. 20 at the Warhawk Fitness Center. born athlete. When he came to me, he included for $5 from 11 a.m. to someone on my mirror, I erase their name Westmoreland is competing at the USA Weightlift- was strong as an ox, but he just needed 4 p.m. every Tuesday at the Skylark and focus on the next person.” ing-sponsored American Open in the 85-kilogram to refine his technique. Bowling Center as part of the Westmoreland established a passion class. The event started Thursday and concludes “With his personality, competitiveness Three-4-Five special. Call for weightlifting while on deployment in Sunday in Reno, Nev. and ability, he has the potential to be 671-1234 for more details. Jordan a year and a half ago. competitive at the national level.” WEDNESDAY BOWLING “I spend a lot of time trying to in- he posted a 250-kilogram snatch and Whether it is the Pan Am Games or any SPECIAL crease weights on the snatch and clean clean and jerk total. other competition, Westmoreland will al- Visit the Skylark Bowling Center and jerk,” he said. “When I finally get The total was good enough for him to ways look to outperform his competition. and bowl for $1 per game and $1 whatever weight I’m going after, it’s a qualify for the American Open. shoe rental Wednesdays, all day huge rush, an amazing feeling and a Westmoreland also qualified for a long. Call 671-1234 . confidence booster.” national competition by posting a 270- ZUMBA Brandon Lwowski, Westmoreland’s kilogram total at the GrassIron Open in Dance to the beat of Latin music coach, has witnessed his client’s commit- July 2015. while shedding calories during ment to progress in the sport from the The staff sergeant said he trained four FOSTER Zumba, offered at four Joint Base onset of their relationship a year ago. times a week to prepare for the Open San Antonio-Lackland fi tness “Westmoreland is extremely motivated and the workouts consisted of Romanian a PUPPY centers. The class is offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday and dedicated, and he is freakishly deadlifts, clean pulls and squats Call 671-3686 and Wednesday at the Kelly strong,” he said. “I could not ask for any- to target different muscle groups. Fitness Center, 9-10 a.m. Monday, thing more from him because he always Westmoreland credits squadron lead- The Department of Defense Dog Breeding Program Wednesday and Friday at the gives it his best.” ership for permitting him time to train, needs families to foster puppies for three months. Medina Fitness Center, 4:15- Westmoreland tested his strength citing their support as a driving factor in Potential foster families need: time and patience 5:15 p.m. Monday and Wednesday against other competitors for the first wanting to succeed. to raise a puppy age 12 weeks to six months, a at the Warhawk Fitness Center stimulating and safe home environment, and a and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday and time this year by competing in the ZKC “I want to show them they are not Thursday at the Gillum Fitness USA Spring Open in San Antonio, where backing me for no reason,” he said. “It desire to help raisea military working dog. Center. All classes are $2 per person, per session. 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