A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING

JOINT BASE -LACKLAND, • Vol. 71 No. 23 • June 13, 2014

502nd air Base Wing stands down for saPr

Photo by senior Airman Krystal m. Jeffers Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta, 502nd Air Base Wing and San Antonio commander, speaks to JBSA-Lackland personnel about sexual assault prevention and response during a commander's call at Bob Hope Theater June 6 as part of SAPR Stand down day at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. In response to feedback from previous SAPR Stand Down days, the general spoke frankly about sexual assault and broke down the offi cial Department of Defense defi nition of the crime.see story Page 4

INSIDE | Commentary 2 News 3 Community Briefs 14 What's Happening 15 Sports 17 ONLINE | http://www.jbsa.af.mil PAGE 2 commentary TALESPINNER June 13, 2014 Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland Editorial Staff

Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA Own your attitude Commander Todd G. White By Chief Master Sgt. Maurice James 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA Command Chief, Public Affairs Director

Oscar Balladares very morning is a gift; it’s called “Don’t allow the actions or inactions of JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs Chief the present. This gift is com- others to bring you down. Hang around Leslie E. Finstein prised of 86,400 seconds. How E Internal Communications Chief are you using them? Are you whining those with a positive attitude, and try to help Managing Editor and complaining about what you don’t those with negative attitudes.” 671-4111 have and all of the challenges you are Senior Airman Krystal M. Jeffers Editor facing? Or are you putting on a positive – Chief Master Sgt. Maurice James attitude and trying to find solutions? Command Chief, 59th Medical Wing Mike Joseph A couple of weeks ago, I was speak- Senior Writer ing with a few Airmen about some of Jose T. Garza, III the challenges we are facing in our Air Sports/Staff Writer Force. I heard some very germane inputs Afterward, one of the Airmen stayed Don’t allow the actions or inactions of Dorothy Lonas from these soon-to-be NCOs but one behind and queried me on how I stay others to bring you down. Hang around Page Design/Illustrator of the biggest concerns was with motivated with all the challenges I face those with a positive attitude and try to leadership. every day. He alluded that I always help those with negative attitudes. Carry They told me they want leadership Office seemed to be positive, with a good at- them as far as you can. If they catch on 2230 Huges Ave. that leads from the front. They want titude, and did not seem to let anything before you get exhausted, great. If not, JBSA-Lackland, Texas leaders who are not afraid to roll up bother me. And he was very curious as cut them loose and move on. 78236-5415 their sleeves and get their hands dirty 671-2908; to how I did this. 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It takes 5 minutes or less to submit Deadline for story submissions •JBSA-Randolph: 652-7469 JBSA Duty Chaplain • 365-6420 a comment at http://ice.disa.mil. is noon Wednesday the week prior to publication. June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER news PAGE 3 News in Brief JBSA-Lackland temporarily 502nd CES responds quickly Thursday home buyers’ seminar housing immigrant minors to HHS needs There will be a home buyers’ semi- nar from 1:30-4 p.m. Thursday in the By Mike Joseph Fellowship Room at Freedom Chapel. JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs Seminar topics include the home buy- ing process, how much money is needed, The 502nd Civil Engineer Squad- current market conditions, mortgage ba- ron responded with lightning speed sics, information about the Veterans after the call came late on a Friday Administration and Texas Veterans Commis- afternoon in mid-May to establish sion loan programs, credit information/tips an emergency shelter to house up and a question-and-answer session. to nearly 1,200 unaccompanied For reservations and additional informa- alien children at a Joint Base San tion, call 375-5149. Antonio-Lackland facility. In less than 24 hours, the 502nd CES notified the Department of June 20 Health and Human Services that jbsa bah mass recertification the Recruit Housing and Training A mass recertification for Joint Base San facility to serve as the shelter was Antonio Airmen on the service-wide basic ready to accept children after the Courtesy photo allowance for housing entitlements recerti- May 16 call. The first children ar The Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families - fication process is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. rived May 18. June 20 at JBSA-Lackland, building 5616, is overseeing the care and housing for immigrant minors at a recruit housing and training facility on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. “We knew it was coming but we room 118. couldn’t start until we got the actual The Air Force has started the recer- By Mike Joseph JBSA-Lackland. U.S. Army North, ‘go,’” said John Heye, JBSA-Lack- tification process, mandating that every JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs USNORTHCOM’s Army component land deputy base civil engineer. Airman provide their servicing finance office command headquartered at JBSA-Fort Heye said prior to the May 16 with documentation for all dependents by The only sounds heard inside the Sam Houston, has been coordinating notification, the 502nd CES as- Dec. 31. Hackney Training Complex the DOD support between HHS and sessed the former basic military The recertification is part of Air Force at Joint Base San Antonio- JBSA-Lackland. training facility in anticipation of audit readiness for 2015 as required by the Lackland eight months ago were A recent sharp increase of its use by DHHS. The building, 2010 National Defense Authorization Act. usually the commands given by Mili- Central American children trying to constructed in 1969, had been va- The one-time process allows the Air Force tary Training Instructors and the re- cross the border led the Department cated in November 2013 when the to validate the $5.4 billon spent annually sponses returned by trainees in Air of Homeland Security to declare a lev- 321st Training Squadron relocated on BAH entitlements and also ensures the Force Basic Military Training. el-four alert in mid-May. By declaring to Airman Training Complex No. 2. money spent on BAH is fully auditable. There has been silence at the the highest alert condition for agencies “We had to resurrect the build- For additional information, call Recruit Housing and Training facility handling children who cross illegally, ing if you will,” Heye said. “It had 652-1851, email [email protected]. since the 321st Training Squadron re- it allowed Homeland Security officials been ‘quiet’ since BMT had moved mil or visit a local AF finance office. The located to Airman Training Complex to call on emergency resources from out. Our crew really jumped on it. finance office at JBSA-Lackland is located in No. 2 last November. other government agencies. We had 15 to 20 personnel who building 5616, Suite 1; on JBSA-Randolph, For the next 90-120 plus days, how- During a June 5 tour of the shel- worked the whole weekend. They the finance office is in building 399, Suite 2; ever, there will be reverberation with- ter for local and national media given did a lot of inspecting and repairing and on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, the finance in the confines of the 215,000-square by HHS/ACF representatives, officials at the same time.” office is in building 4196. foot RH & T. Those sounds will mainly said 1,820 children ages 12 to 17 have The prior building assessments The finance offices are open to walk-in be the voices of 62 Spanish-speaking been housed at JBSA-Lackland since and no need for major repairs, customers Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and case managers and of the children it opened while federal officials seek coupled with the experience of Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Wednesday they are trying to assist. their relatives or sponsors. having prepared a similar shelter, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments are not The former BMT facility was turned Officials also said 840 children have albeit on a much smaller scale, for required. into a temporary shelter May 18 by been released to vetted family mem- HHS two years ago, helped speed the Department of Health and Human bers or sponsors through June 3. The the process along. Informational Services’ Administration for Children facility can house up to 1,200 children “The comprehensive work and pass and registration move and Families. The shelter is for unac- at one time. monumental effort our 502nd CES The Pass and Registration Office has re- companied Central American minors The media tour showed most ev- professionals committed in pre- located to building 9504, next to the Valley who have been caught illegally cross- erything needed to run the shelter is paring this facility to receive these Hi gate, from building 5616. ing into the . encapsulated within the RH&T. children, with such short notice, At HHS’ request, Secretary Staffed by BCFS Health and further demonstrates the incred- of Defense Chuck Hagel direct- Human Services, a faith-based non- ible capabilities and work ethic our ed U.S. Northern Command to provide a temporary facility at See IMMIGRANTS Page 11 See HHS Page 16 PAGE 4 TALESPINNER June 13, 2014 LaBrutta on sexual assault, rape: Not in our house, not in our family, not in our Air Force! From JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Public Affairs ensure, without veiled innuendo, that due to the element of fear within our not lose our focus – we will continue our sexual offenses of any nature are not, culture to come forward and report,” efforts until this number is zero.” Understanding the sexual predator, to nor will be tolerated on JBSA. LaBrutta declared. For more information contact the include how he or she thinks and acts, “When you listen to these accounts,” Labrutta discussed ways in which Air JBSA SAPR Advocacy Centers: JBSA- was a focus for this spring’s Sexual As- LaBrutta told his audience, “take note Force members can positively infl uence Lackland, 617-7273; JBSA-Randolph, sault and Response Stand Down Day. of the language the offender uses, the the culture, making it diffi cult for per- 652-4386; JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, Preventing sexual assaults is a top way the offender manipulates a some- petrators to assault teammates. 221-3796. The JBSA Crisis Hotline is priority for the military, so knowing what normal situation. Think about the “We have the infl uence,” LaBrutta 808-7272. The DOD SafeHelpLine is more about how a perpetrator operates, offender’s actions; what was he doing; said. 1-877-995-5247. to include manipulating people and the what decisions he was making.” He ended the commander’s call by re- environment, will help our community The second part of the SSD command- viewing the Air Force’s SAPR Strategy: identify and intervene before an assault er’s call included the general highlight- Deter perpetrators; Ensure victims feel occurs. ing the infl uence that each of us has safe to come forward; and, Reinforce a Connect With Us! Part of the SSD included watching vid- within our culture to ensure sexual as- positive Air Force climate. eo clips depicting real life sex offenders saults do not occur. LaBrutta also reiterated his own vi- talking about the methods they used to LaBrutta shared a fi scal year 2012 sion for success against sexual assault: JBSA-LACKLAND create vulnerability and accessibility in Defense Department “Workplace and Conviction, Courage and Commitment. HAS ENTERED THE SOCIAL NETWORKING their victims and described the resulting Gender Relations” Survey of Active As a community, we must be con- Follow us on Facebook at: assaults. Duty Members where 3,259 Air Force vinced that there is a problem in our Lackland-JBSA SCENE Brig. Gen. Bob Labrutta, commander, service members responded they had Air Force, have the courage to step in 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San been sexually assaulted, while only 790 and stop or report inappropriate behav- Follow us on Twitter at: http://twitter.com/Lackland_JBSA Antonio, warned the audiences of ap- reported the incidents, with 449 of those ior when it happens and be committed proximately 400 JBSA personnel at each reports going unrestricted and being in- to solving this issue, he said.

JBSA location during a series of discus- vestigated. “We should be outraged if one of us is Go to our website at: sions that the briefi ng was graphic and “That means that 86 percent of sexual impacted by this crime – one!” LaBrutta E-mail us at: www.jbsa.af.mil frank but he wanted to present facts and assaults were not investigated, mostly emphasized. “We will not rest, we will [email protected] and look for social media. June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER PAGE 5

“It is a special day, a momen- tous occasion,” Camerer said to the Edmondson crowd, which included a 500-person BMT flight formation representing the group’s nine squadrons and MTI Corps. becomes “Your efforts have laid the foundation of success for Colonel Edmondson as she takes command,” BMT Camerer said in remarks about Liddick. “Today we’re (BMT) better off because of your service. commander “You will walk away from here to- day without a title, but you will have By Mike Joseph something more valuable: You’ll have JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs a testimony of distinguished service.” To Edmondson, Camerer said, “You Air Force Basic Military Training should savor this command. Treat ev- welcomed a new commander Monday ery day, treat every minute, indeed during a change of command cer- treat every moment, as a precious gift. emony at the Recruit and Family In- Your Airmen need your leadership, processing Information Center on Joint your mentorship and your guidance. I Base San Antonio-Lackland. know you’re well prepared.” Col. Michele C. Edmondson as- Edmondson comes to JBSA- sumed command of the 737th Train- Lackland after serving the past two ing Group from Col. Deborah Liddick. years as the Liddick spent the past 20 months as commander at Vandenberg Air Force BMT commander and following the Base, Calif. change of command ceremony, retires The 381st TRG provides initial train- after 25 years in the Air Force. ing for the nation’s space and Inter- Photo by Joshua Rodriguez Col. Mark Camerer, 37th Training continental Ballistic Missile operations Col. Mark Camerer (left), 37th Training Wing commander, passes the 737th Training Wing commander, was the ceremony’s and ICBM and air launched cruise mis- Group guidon to Col. Michele Edmondson during a change of command ceremony Monday. presiding official. sile maintenance forces. Edmondson replaces Col. Deborah Liddick (right) as BMT commander. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER June 13, 2014 mWd monument founder still giving back

By Mike Joseph JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs

He labored for 13 years to get the fi rst national monument dedicated to U.S. Military Working Dog teams built at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Yet even after completing that monu- mental task, the project’s driving force still wants to give back to the military. “When I have an opportunity to speak to the military, I jump on it,” said John Burnam, who made it a per- sonal quest to have military working dog teams recognized with a national monument. The $2.1 million MWD monument was dedicated near the Air Force Basic Military Training parade fi eld last October. More than 60 Airmen fi lled the U.S. Security Forces Museum auditorium to hear Burnam address the JBSA- Lackland 5/6 June 4, an enlisted profes- sional organization of staff sergeants (E5s) and technical sergeants (E6s). Burnam was invited to speak to the NCO group about leadership by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Dion, 5/6 vice presi- dent. Dion and Burnam had worked together last fall on the dedication ceremony for the monument. “I thought a presentation on some of the things I did during the Photo by Johnny saldivar John Burnam (center), who developed and designed the U.S. Military Working Dogs Team monument unveiled last year, visits with several See MWD Page 11 members of the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland 5/6 following his recent presentation to the professional organization June 4. Medical mission, timeliness aff ected by ‘no-shows’ By Maj. Steven Fox resource for those seeking medical as- There are a number of ways to the unnecessary loss of available ap- 59th Medical Operations Group sistance, and each lost visit decreases cancel or reschedule an appointment pointments and improve access for our benefi ciaries’ access to a needed should the need arise. everyone. The U.S. Air Force’s commitment medical appointment. Lost visits also The Consult and Appointment Man- It is our goal to provide you access to provide world-class health care to contribute to problems booking an ap- agement Offi ce is available from 6:30 to the medical care you need when military members and their families is pointment. Interferences with patient a.m to 4:30 p.m. Monday through you need it. Your help in cancelling not taken lightly. care aren’t the only problems tied to Friday to assist you in cancelling and/ your appointment when plans change At the 59th Medical Wing, we are lost visits – there’s also a fi nancial cost. or rescheduling appointments. In ad- will make it possible for someone else proud to honor that commitment, but Each of the 1,220 missed appoint- dition, they serve as your source for to make an appointment in our clin- we need your help. ments costs the wing $327, which setting up initial appointments, as well ic at a time when they may need it Recently, there has been a signifi - amounts to $398,940 for January as any referral information. They can the most. cant increase in patients not showing 2014. A signifi cant amount of mon- be contacted at 916-9900. up for medical appointments. ey that can best be used to enhance Patients can also cancel an appoint- In January 2014, records show health care. ment when they receive the automat- Joint Base 1,220 patients did not show up for Calling ahead of time to cancel or ed appointment reminder phone call. San Antonio-Lackland their medical appointment in the reschedule an appointment is the only TRICARE Online can also be used to is on Primary Care clinics alone. way a patient can help us recapture cancel a non-acute appointment. Share your JBSA-Lackland photos with us by Medical appointments are a precious some of the losses. Each of these tools can help avoid tagging us @JBSALackland June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 PAGE 8 TALESPINNER June 13, 2014

dId You KnoW? Designed by Herbert S. Green, a local architect who designed buildings throughout the southwestern United States and Mexico in the 1920s and 1930s, the Air Education and Training Command commander’s house, aka The Clark House, was built in 1931 on then- at a cost of $25,000, which was thought excessive at the time. The house, located directly across from the Administration Building, is 6,000 square feet with 15 rooms. So imposing and impressive was the house that on several occasions, past commanders have experienced befuddled young lieutenants knocking on the door, confusing the residence for the Offi cers’ Club. The story goes, in the 1950s when Lt. Gen. Charles Myers was in residence, there were a couple of young lieutenants who were visiting the base on tempo- rary orders. One evening, they asked directions on how to get to the Offi cers’ Club and were directed to the main circle. “It’s a big white building – you can’t miss it,” they were told. The young lieutenants walked over to the circle, came across this big white building and let themselves in. Myers was home, relaxing in his easy chair in his civilian clothes, when the young lieutenants came in and sat down. After a moment, one of the lieutenants asked, “So what does it take to get a drink around here?” The general asked them what they would like to drink, went out to his kitchen and came back with some drinks. A few more moments passed and the other lieutenant asked, “So is it always this slow of an evening at the Offi cers’ Club?” Myers responded, “Well, I don’t know about the Offi cers’ Club, but it is here in my living room.” Although the story originated then, it carried over into modern times, as two recent AETC commanders, Gen. Henry Viccellio and Gen. Joseph Ashy, also had people mistake the house for the Offi cers’ Club and walk in unannounced. June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER PAGE 9

JBSA-Lackland Gate Hours PAGE 10 TALESPINNER June 13, 2014 IMS officers display commitment to security cooperation, assistance mission

By Airman Justine Rho JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs

International Military Stu- dent officers from the 37th Training Support Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland illustrate dedication to the Department of Defense security cooperation and as- sistance mission by integrat- ing international students into Air Force training cur- riculum, promoting positive international relations and acting as student liaisons. IMS officers – who are en- listed military members as- signed to the 37th TSS – act as student advocates for in- ternational military students and are often asked to take late night calls, display cul- tural sensitivities and foster Photos by Airman Justine K. Rho positive impressions of the The 37th Training Support Squadron International Military Student office program accepts foreign military members, with adequate English com- American military culture prehension levels, to share the same classroom as U.S. Air Force Airmen. Because of this integrated classroom setting, natural sponsorship takes with their students from all place between the students. The IMS office mission plays an important role in the Department of Defense security cooperation and assistance over the world. mission. The IMS office program annually coordinates train- ture is essential to the DOD the IMS office program pro- dents develop relationships ing for more than 400 stu- security cooperation and as- vides are organizing lodg- and in turn become spon- dents from up to 130 coun- sistance mission, according ing, assisting students with sors,” Trenkle said. “The nat- tries and falls under the to Master Sgt. Joseph Frantz, pay issues, providing dietary ural development allows stu- same security cooperation a recently retired IMS officer. accommodations, counsel- dents to become comfortable and assistance mission as the The IMS office is managed ing, assisting their family and have an overall positive Defense Language Institute by Tech Sgt. Jeannette Tren- or spouses and coordinating experience.” English Language Center and kle, Master Sgt. Eddie Ross transportation. “We want them to feel at the Inter-American Air Forc- and Staff Sgt. James Lincoln. The overall wellness of the home in their class and make es Academy. Frantz was chief IMS offi- IMS students also includes lasting friendships,” added However the students from cer and played a large role in providing a positive class- Frantz. the IMS office are set apart the development of this pro- room environment. Fostering friendships and from the other programs gram at JBSA. “Students try to commu- having an overall positive because they are taught Air “As soon as our students nicate their issues with the view on American culture is Force technical training cur- step off the plane, we want instructors, but often instruc- an important element for the riculum in English. their first impression of the tors change multiple times security cooperation and as- The international mili- Air Force to be pleasant,” throughout a course,” Frantz sistance program. tary student, having ad- Ross said. “We are there to said. “One of the ways we try “The end gain is improved equate English comprehen- meet them and make them to avoid any misunderstand- international relations,” sion levels, allows them to comfortable. Our job is almost ings is by introducing our Frantz said. “We treat all of be integrated into techni- like a concierge service, but students to their instructors our students with respect. We Tech. Sgt. Jeannette D. Trenkle, cal training at Joint Base we focus on having a more and laying out any issues don’t know what influence 37th Training Support Squadron San Antonio with American personalized and individual that may come up. We also they have back home.” International Military Student service members. service.” provide the instructors with “Some students say ‘Come officer, helps coordinate training Officers commit themselves This individualized atten- share points that give them visit!’” Ross said. “That’s all for more than 400 students from to resolving whatever issues tion allows IMS officers to a little insight into each of from building these relation- up to 130 countries annually. may arise for international coordinate the enrollment of the student’s unique cultural ships.” students during the duration more than 400 students’ in 37 background.” The IMS officer is on the of their training. They dis- different courses, such as lo- Student sponsorship is also clock 24/7 and their gratifica- “Sometimes a new student play dedication to the overall gistic readiness officer train- a significant element in the in- tion is simple. says that they’ve heard so well-being of their students, ing, safety, weapons, medical tegration of the international “It’s rewarding enough many good things about us because a positive experience and hypoxic training. students in the classroom. every time a student thanks from our prior students. of American military and cul- Examples of the aid that “Within the classroom stu- us at the airport,” Ross said. That’s our pat on the back.” June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER PAGE 11 Permissive TDY allowed for voluntary force management separation

By Debbie Gildea Management program and may be “If you’re separating under a volun- prove or not approve a PTDY if their Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs eligible for PTDY according DODI tary force management program and absence impacts the mission or if they 1327.06. SPD Code may not convey your orders do not include that state- don’t have enough time on active duty Airmen who separate under volun- this benefit; however, MPS is autho- ment, please contact the Total Force to use the benefit,” Garcia explained. tary and involuntary force manage- rized to permit.” Service Center to get your orders cor- For more information about force ment programs may be eligible for An SPD code identifies entitlements rected,” said Lt. Col. Rick Garcia, AFPC management programs and other per- permissive temporary duty. and benefits associated with types of separations and retirements chief. sonnel issues, visit the myPers website Airmen should check their separa- separations. The benefit is new for The TFSC can be reached at at https://mypers.af.mil. For FM pro- tion orders to ensure the statement voluntary FM separations and a new 565-0102 or DSN 665-0102. grams, select “search all components” is included in the remarks block. SPD code is being developed. In the “We want to remind Airmen that from the drop down menu and enter The statement should read “Member interim, a statement is added to the permissive TDY is not an entitlement. “Active Duty: FY14 Force Management separating voluntarily under Force separations orders. Commanders will use discretion to ap- Programs” in the search window.

MWD from Page 6 IMMIGRANTS from Page 3 Vietnam War with (military working) profit organization, children are dogs and also what it took to build served three meals and two snacks the monument (might help) them as in the facility’s dining hall. Also young leaders on what leadership is within the screened, fenced-in area and what it takes to build something are soccer areas, a basketball court, from scratch,” said Burnam, who flew arts and crafts, basic English and in from Washington, D.C., at his own math classes, and religious studies. expense. Each child at the shelter has a cot and Burnam, an author of two books on locker, and is issued new clothes on military working dogs, used a photo arrival. Laundry access for staff and slide presentation to tell his story, be- children is also onsite. ginning with his military experience Ten security officers repre- in Vietnam as a scout dog handler. He senting the Texas Department of served in South Vietnam from 1966-68 Public Safety, San Antonio Police De- in the 44th Scout Dog Platoon. partment and the Bexar County Sher- He described how building the mon- iff's Office work in shifts to keep the ument began with an idea in 2000 and perimeter secure and inaccessible to the steps it took over 13 years to get unauthorized personnel. it completed. It included taking his Children receive a medical screen- message about honoring the military ing, vaccinations and treatment for working dogs on the road during his lice or scabies before arriving at spare time for speaking engagements, JBSA-Lackland. They are also re- working on television documentaries, screened on arrival and re-treated if writing articles and doing television necessary. There are 58 medical pro- and radio interviews. fessionals who work at the shelter, in- Burnam also talked about how cluding an emergency room pediatric he worked with U.S. Rep. Walter B. physician and one on call. Jones of North Carolina in getting a Paramedics are stationed at each law passed for national monument sta- wing in the shelter and a mobile Photo by Benjamin Faske tus, establishing a foundation for the (From left) Col. Mark D. Camerer, commander 37th Training Wing, Lt. Gen. James Holmes, medical unit is parked right outside project and how he secured corporate vice commander Air Education and Training Command, John C. Burnam, founder of the U.S. the shelter. The adult staffers work sponsors and donors to raise the $2.1 Military Working Dog Teams National Monument, Brig. Gen. John L. Poppe, chief of U.S. 12-hour shifts and the child-to-adult million. Army Veterinary Corps, and Brig. Gen. Bob D. Labrutta, commander 502nd Air Base Wing, ratio is 12 to 1. “I like sharing,” Burnam said. cut the ribbon to the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument Oct. 28, at Joint Children released to family mem- “That’s why I came because I en- Base San Antonio-Lackland. JBSA-Lackland is the home to the Department of Defense Mili- bers or sponsors are expected to joy telling stories and I enjoy talk- tary Working Dog Program and is where the U.S. Armed Forces has been training its military appear at court proceedings. The court ing about the monument – it’s my working dog teams since 1958. It is the world's largest training center for military dogs and will decide whether the child stays in passion.” handlers and is also home to the largest veterinary hospital for military working dogs. the U.S. or is eventually sent home. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER June 13, 2014 June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER PAGE 13

Congratulations to the fol- 322nd Training Squadron –Flight 374 –Flight 372 Ian Smith lowing 70 Airmen for being –Flight 375 Stephan Ardell Yasser Ashby 322nd TRS, Flight 375 selected as honor graduates Michael Bowman Tommaso Carli Michael Gardner –Female Airmen among the 705 Air Force Deshone Davie Brandon Demarest Jordan Gofi gan Brittany Marino basic military trainees who Earl Devaughn Nicholas Garcia Kevin Golden 320th TRS, Flight 368 graduated today: Jason Easley Deandre Moore Thomas Lewis Vanessa Amundson Clayton Foster Dakotah Percy Gavin Marmonti 320th TRS, Flight 368 320th Training Squadron Jonathan Franks Aaron Williams Christopher Robinson Natalie Little –Flight 367 Ryan Haynes –Flight 379 James Smith 320th TRS, Flight 368 Clinton Begnoche Sean Gorsche James Verderamo –Flight 377 –Male Flights Nicholas Buitron Zachary Lange Casey Clark 322nd TRS, Flight 376 –Flight 376 Kyle Castro –Flight 380 Mitchell Donovan 331st TRS, Flight 371 Michael Ahern Marshall Hobbs Brenna Keegan Jeffery Hatmaker 320th TRS, Flight 367 Jacob Dwire Thomas Phalen Taylor Pleva Austin Joyce –Female Flights Garrick Gilbert –Flight 368 –Flight 378 320th TRS, Flight 368 Wojciech Jazwierski Nicole Argento 331st Training Squadron Robin Adams 323rd TRS, Flight 380 Demi Garcia Cody Newton –Flight 371 331st TRS, Flight 378 Lesley Gore Ryan Parker Mekah Baker Top BMT Airman Brittany Marino Anthony Paro Jeramy Bell Michael Gardner Top Academic Flights Katherine Martin Dustin Valdez Jacob Eddings 331st TRS Flight 372 322nd TRS, Flight 376 Verenice Mondragon-Jaimes Jake Whitson Thomas Garrity 322nd TRS, Flight 375 Jessica Rennicker Gregory Wood Austin Goodin Most Physically Fit 331st TRS, Flight 371 Rachael Somers –Flight 373 Tyler Guyton –Male Airmen 323rd TRS, Flight 374 Cody Dhondt Brittin Kimmel Edward Valdez 331st TRS, Flight 377 321st Training Squadron Orin Henderson Timothy Larsen 322nd TRS, Flight 376 323rd TRS, Flight 373 –Flight 370 Ryan Smith Michael Morales Jacob Peart 331st TRS, Flight 372 Matthew Corcoran Jacobi Williams Ryan O’rourke 331st TRS, Flight 372 320th TRS, Flight 368 PAGE 14 community TALESPINNER June 13, 2014

ment Team will hold a briefi ng at JUNE 21 and parking lots in the vicinity of for the Aug. 7 class, which has a LocAL Briefs 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Wilford free christian music concert the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical maximum size of 30. Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center A free Christian music concert Clinic. Carts operate from 8 a.m. FRIDAY Auditorium. begins at 6:30 p.m. June 21 at the to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. aafes homeward bound campaign parenting order legal clinic The Special Missions Unit is orga- Refuge Student Ministry Center. Training is available. The Army & Air Force Exchange The Joint Base San Antonio- nized to be aligned with the Depart- The concert features recording For additional information, call Service’s Homeward Bound campaign Lackland Legal Offi ce and the Texas ment of Defense’s highest priority artist Living Water Sound. 292-6591. has a variety of June giveaways Attorney General’s Offi ce will host and most elite special operations For more information, call to celebrate the homecoming of a parenting order legal clinic from forces. The unit, based at two loca- 830-765-2476. safetalk training classes America’s warfi ghters and honor 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday in building tions in North Carolina, was created SafeTALK training classes are those who serve. 2484, 1701 Kenly Avenue, room 029. for the application and development JUNE 25 scheduled over the next three Shoppers who visit the Exchange’s Issues to be discussed will of tactics involving a wide variety of retired enlisted association meeting months at Joint Base San Antonio- Facebook page at www.facebook. include custody, child support, unique special operations skills. Retired Enlisted Association Lackland and JBSA-Randolph. com/AAFES.BX.PX have a chance to DNA testing, paternity, parent-child The briefi ng is open to all JBSA Chapter 80 meetings are held at the The classes teach how to recog- win various prizes throughout the visitation and modifi cation of court service members regardless of Air Gateway Club every fourth Wednes- nize persons with suicidal thoughts month. orders. Attendees may bring lunch to Force Specialty Code. day of the month at 1 p.m. and assist them in seeking help the clinic, but are asked not to bring For more information, call resources. The program concentrates lance p. sijan award nominations children. THURSDAY 658-2344. only on recognition and referral. The Air Force Personnel Center For details, call 671-3362. jbsa-lackland juneteenth eXpo The JBSA-Lackland classes will will accept nominations for the 2014 The Joint Base San Antonio- INFORMATIONAL all be held at Freedom Chapel, Lance P. Sijan U.S. Air Force Leader- SATURDAY Lackland African American Cultural lackland thrift shop closure building 1528. The dates are Tues- ship Award through Aug. 29. thrift shop $5 bag sale Association will host a Juneteenth The Lackland Thrift Shop will be day, 8-11:30 a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m.; The Sijan Award recognizes The monthly Lackland Thrift Shop Expo from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 19 closed for the entire month of July. July 17, 8-11:30 a.m. and 1-4:30 the accomplishments of offi cers $5 bag sale is from 10 a.m. to 2 in building 171 on Port San Antonio. For information, call 671-3608 or p.m.; Aug. 7, 1-4:30 p.m.; and Sept. and enlisted members who have p.m. Saturday at One Stop, building Juneteenth is the oldest nation- visit http://www.lacklandosc.org. 25, 8-11:30 a.m. and 1-4:30 p.m. demonstrated the highest quality 5460. ally celebrated commemoration of The JBSA-Randolph class at the of leadership in the performance of For information, call 671-3608 or the ending of slavery in the United whasc cart drivers needed chapel annex is June 23, their duties and their personal lives. visit http://www.lacklandosc.org. States. The 59th Medical Wing Volunteer 8:30 a.m. to noon. Nominees will be rated on their Free food samples will be served, Service Offi ce needs licensed drivers, To register for the class or for scope of responsibility, professional WEDNESDAY local vendors will introduce their who are at least 20 years of age, for more information, contact Senior leadership, leadership image and special missions recruitment brief goods and services (no selling), its step saver program. Airman Christopher Bibikan or Senior community involvement between The Air Force’s Special Operations and artists will display their talent Qualifi ed volunteers will transport Airman Benjamin Ross at 691-2911. July 1, 2013, and June 30, 2014. Unit, Special Missions Unit Recruit- through praise dancing and singing. patients to and from clinic entrances Maximum class size is 40 except

CHAPEL SERVICES JBSA-LACKLAND KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES —PROTESTANT —WICCA —ROMAN CATHOLIC • Freedom Chapel – building 1528 • BMT Reception Center – building 7246 • Freedom Chapel – building 1528 Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Contemporary Service Sun. 9:30 a.m. Military Open Circle Sun. 12:30 p.m. Religious Education Sun. 9 a.m. Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Religious Education Sun. 11 a.m. • Freedom Chapel – building 1528 Reconciliation Sun. 10 a.m. Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Gospel Service Sun. 12:30 p.m. Military Open Circle First Tues. 6 p.m. Mass Sun. 11 a.m. American Red Cross 844-4225 Spanish Service Sun. 3 p.m. Sun. 5 p.m. Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 AWANA Wed. 6 p.m. —REFUGE STUDENT CENTER Reconciliation Sun. 4:15 p.m. Bowling Center 671-2271 • Airmen Mem. Chapel – building 5432 • building 9122 (Tech Training & TDY • Gateway Chapel – building 6300 DEERS 800-538-9552 Liturgical Service Sun. 8 a.m. Students) Daily Mass Mon., Tues. and Thurs. 11:30 a.m. Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Note: Reconciliation(s) may be scheduled by appointment —DENOMINATIONAL Family Child Care 671-3376 Thursday 6 – 8 p.m. • BMT Reception Center – building 7246 —ISLAMIC Legal Offi ce 671-3362 Friday 6 – 11 p.m. Church of Christ Sun. 7:30 a.m. • Global Ministry Center – building 7452 Saturday Noon to 9 p.m. Library 671-3610 • Gateway Chapel – building 6300 Jummah Prayer Fri. 12:45 – 1:15 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Seventh-day Adventist Sat. 12:30 p.m. Religious Education Sun. 9 a.m. MPF ID Cards 671-6006 • Education Classroom – building 5200 —THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 LATTER-DAY SAINTS OTHER FAITH GROUPS Room 108 TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Christian Science Sun. 7:30 a.m. • Gateway Chapel – building 6300 • BMT Reception Center – building 7246 Religious Education Tues. 6:30 p.m. —Buddhist Sun. 10 a.m. Thrift Shop 671-3608 —PENTECOSTAL RE • Gateway Chapel – building 6300 LDS Institute Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Enlisted Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandesc.org • Gateway Chapel – building 6300 LDS Service Sun. 1 p.m. —Eckankar Pentecostal RE Sun. 2:30 p.m. First, third and fi fth Saturdays 12:30 p.m. Force Support Squadron http://www.lacklandfss.com —JEWISH —Baha’i Lackland ISD http://www.lacklandisd.net —ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN • Airmen Mem. Chapel – building 5432 First, third and fi fth Saturdays 11 a.m. Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club http://www.lacklandosc.org • Airmen Mem. Chapel – building 5432 Sabbath & Kiddush Fri. 4:30 p.m. JBSA Public website http://www.jbsa.af.mil Divine Liturgy Sun. 9:30 a.m. Religious Education Sun. 1:30 p.m. For more details, contact Freedom Chapel - 671-4208 • Gateway Chapel - 671-2911 My Air Force Life http://www.MyAirForceLife.com June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER PAGE 15

WHAT'S Military & Family Support Events All classes, seminars, meetings and events are held at the Military Monthly Family Readiness Center, BUILDING 1249, unless noted below. HAPPENING Call MFRC at 671-3722 for additional information. Meetings enlisted spouses’ club Friday available by appointment only. For Thursday XX Family readiness briefing, manda- The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ XX Interview with Confidence, noon to details, call 773-354-6131. XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 tory for personnel deploying longer than Club meets every third Tuesday of 2 p.m. a.m. to 4 p.m. 30 days or going on remote assign- the month at the Balfour Beatty XX Federal employment process taught Tuesday XX Air Force Basic Military Training ments, 10:30-11 a.m. Community Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m. by the Office of Personnel Management, XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 spouse and parents seminar, BMT Re- XX Post-deployment briefing, required For more information, visit 1-3:30 p.m. a.m. to 4 p.m. ception Center, 1 p.m., building 7248. for all Airmen returning from deploy- http://www.lacklandesc.org. XX AMVETS national service officer XX Pre-deployment briefing, required For details, call 773-354-6131. ment, 502nd Logistics Readiness available by appointment only. For more for all Airmen preparing to deploy, XX AMVETS national service officer Squadron IDRC briefing room, 2:30-3:30 officers’ spouses’ club information, call 773-354-6131. 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron available by appointment only. p.m., building 5160. The Lackland Officers’ Spouses’ IDRC briefing room, 9-9:30 a.m., build- For information, call 773-354-6131. XX AMVETS national service officer Club meets monthly. For dates and Monday ing 5160. available by appointment only. times, or more information, visit XX Five-day Transition Assistance XX AMVETS national service officer June 20 For additional information, call 773- http://www.lacklandosc.org. Program, mandatory pre-separation available by appointment only. For XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 354-6131. briefing and Form 2648 are required information, call 773-354-6131. a.m. to 4 p.m. military council of catholic women prerequisites, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. XX Parenting for One, 11:30 a.m. to June 24 The Military Council of Catholic XX Family readiness briefing, manda- Wednesday 1 p.m. XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 Women meets the first Friday of tory for personnel deploying longer than XX Transition Assistance Program, 7:45 XX AMVETS national service officer a.m. to 4 p.m. the month, 9:30 a.m., at Freedom 30 days or going on remote assign- a.m. to 4 p.m. available by appointment only. For XX Pre-separation briefing, mandatory Chapel. For additional information, ments, 10:30-11 a.m. XX Newcomer’s orientation briefing, information, call 773-354-6131. for all members retiring, pre-registra- call 671-4208. XX Post-deployment briefing, required mandatory for personnel new to JBSA- tion required, 9 a.m. to noon. for all Airmen returning from deploy- Lackland, Gateway Club, 8 a.m. to 3 June 23 XX Pre-deployment briefing, required On the web ment, 502nd Logistics Readiness p.m. XX Five-day Transition Assistance for all airmen preparing to deploy, http://www. Squadron IDRC briefing room, 2:30-3:30 XX AMVETS national service officer Program, mandatory pre-separation 502nd Logistics Readiness Squadron p.m., building 5160. available by appointment only. For briefing and Form 2648 are required IDRC briefing room, 9-9:30 a.m., lacklandfss.com XX AMVETS national service officer information, call 773-354-6131. prerequisites, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. building 5160. PAGE 16 TALESPINNER June 13, 2014 Protect your natural body armor this summer

By Lt. Col. Kari Bruley In addition to sun exposure protection, the U.S. Army Public Health Command American Cancer Society and the Skin Cancer Founda- tion recommend avoiding UV tanning booths, examin- Attention all sunbathers, golfers and outdoor ing your skin once per month and seeing a physician enthusiasts! once per year for a professional skin evaluation. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in During the monthly self-examination, you should the United States with more than 3.5 million cases look for spots or sores that itch, hurt, scab or bleed; diagnosed annually. Ninety percent of all skin cancer an open sore that does not heal within two weeks; or diagnoses are associated with sun exposure. a skin growth, mole, brown spot or beauty mark that If you think your risk for developing skin cancer is changes in color or texture, increases in size or thick- low, the fact that one in fi ve Americans is diagnosed in ness, is asymmetrical or irregular in border, is larger their lifetime may prompt you to better care for your than 6 millimeters (size of a pencil eraser), or appears own skin and that of your family members. after age 21. You and your family can still enjoy the great out- Reducing your risk of skin cancer should become a doors this summer while protecting yourselves from Courtesy photo matter of habit, part of the daily routine. excess risks associated with sun exposure if you simply take a few precautions. Use plenty of sunscreen. Here are some tips for us- These precautions are extremely important at the ing sunscreen. HHS from Page 3 beach and swimming pools since water and sand are • Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen (UVA/UVB). known to refl ect up to 80 percent of the sun’s rays, • Choose a water-resistant sunscreen. engineers provide in support of Joint Base San Antonio which elevates your overall sun exposure. • Select a sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor 30 24/7/365!” said Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta, 502nd Air Base Precautions include: or higher. (SPF 30 provides protection from 97 percent Wing and JBSA commander. • Wear clothing that covers skin (to include wear- of UVB rays.) Repairs were made to the air conditioning system ing a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses that advertise • Apply it to the entire body (before you put on a and hot water boilers along with operational checks on ultra-violet radiation protection). bathing suit to ensure full coverage) 30 minutes before the electrical and fi re alarm systems. Doors also had • Wear protective clothing that contains a UV Protec- sun exposure. to be repaired for security and fi re egress, a bee hive tion Factor of 30 or greater (a UPF 30 garment allows • Re-apply every two hours or immediately after removed, debris cleaned up, furniture moved, an envi- 1/30th of the sun’s UV radiation to penetrate the cloth). swimming, toweling off or excessive sweating. ronmental assessment completed and a lease signed. • Spend periodic time under a UPF umbrella. Sunscreen is recommended for use on infants who “We’d have done the same things regardless of who • Take advantage of shaded areas when possible, are 6 months or older. would have gone into the building,” Heye said. “We are particularly between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when the sun Proper and routine sunscreen use helps prevent fortunate to have the dedicated and skilled craftsmen is the most intense. (On overcast days, 70-80 percent sunburn, reduce skin cancer risk and helps prevent that made this effort go smooth so we could support of UV rays penetrate through the clouds.) early signs of skin aging. their mission.”

tion of the enlisted evaluation system has begun,” Cody said. “We will let (the AF releases new feedback forms feedback form) be in the fi eld for about six months before we begin to phase in By Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie A. Welsh III and Chief Master Sgt. of the great things for our nation, as indi- the changes to the enlisted evaluation Air Force Public Affairs Agency Air Force James A. Cody. viduals and as a team,” Cody said. “It’s system.” “The form facilitates a purposeful one of the most powerful infl uences on The ACA will open more in-depth, During the past year, Air Force lead- dialogue between supervisors and the learning and achievement … it is essen- two-way communication between rater ers have been shaping a new and more Airmen they lead,” they stated in the tial to winning the fi ght, strengthening and those rated and include a self- comprehensive Air Force evaluation letter. the team and shaping the future.” assessment, a detailed evaluation of system for offi cers and enlisted Airmen. Both leaders emphasized the impor- The new AF Form 931 (airman ba- expected and/or current performance, The new system is designed to bet- tance of communication between super- sic through technical sergeant) and AF and specifi c discussion areas/questions, ter meet the needs of the Air Force and visors and team members. Form 932 (master sergeant through like personal fi nances and relationships. Airmen, differentiate more effectively “We must get this right. Proper feed- chief master sergeant) replace the cur- “It’s not in a judgmental way, but we between good and great performers, back is the most important element of rent versions of the performance feed- are going to talk about the implications and value job performance fi rst and a strong evaluation system.” back forms and are a major step toward of (fi nances and relationships),” Cody foremost, Air Force leaders said. In a recent roll call, Cody said all Air- launching a new enlisted evaluation said. “We cannot have those things One change Airmen asked for was an men need meaningful and purposeful system. impact an Airman’s life down the road improved feedback process, and the Air feedback to reach their full potential. The AF Form 724 will replace the because we failed to talk about them.” Force delivered. “The importance of feedback is not current version of the offi cer perfor- “We’re excited about this fi rst step, The Airman Comprehensive Assess- new to our Air Force,” he said, “yet we mance feedback, aligning it with the and we hope you are, too,” Welsh and ment, or ACA, is now available, for both often struggle to capitalize on this op- current offi cer performance report. Cody said. “We are moving out in the offi cers and enlisted Airmen, according portunity to strengthen our team.” “When you see the new feedback right direction. We need a strong com- to a letter to Airmen released by the “We all need feedback, and we need form hit the streets, that will be the fi rst mitment from each of you to sustain this Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Mark it often … it enables us to accomplish signal to our Air Force that the evolu- purposeful momentum going forward.” June 13, 2014 TALESPINNER sports PAGE 17 Upcoming AF Reservist uses TBT class for weight loss 9/11 commemorative run The Robert D. Gaylor NCO col) has been on deployment for seven Academy will be hosting a months, and with three kids at home, the 9/11 remembrance run from class is a getaway for me,” the master 7 a.m. to 4:11 p.m. Sept. sergeant explained. “Exercising helps 11 at the Medina Fitness release endorphins, and I can put my Center. The event is open to all energy into lifting weights, pounding the JBSA Department of Defense sand bag and doing sprints. cardholders and dependents. “I am trying to stay young and not look Call 671-3766 for registration. older. I plan on staying in the Air Force Registration closes Sept. 1. Reserve for the next 20 years.” Cottrell believes Airmen should give flag football tryouts TBT a try because performing high-in- Joint Base San Antonio- terval training in the class would help Lackland Varsity Flag Football with their push-ups and sit-ups for the tryouts take place from noon to physical training test and build muscle. 2 p.m. every Saturday during “It builds your core, and you will see the month of June at the War- results in this class. Give it a try,” she hawk Football Field. For more continued. “Once you see the results, you information, call 314-749-3559 will love it.” or 434-426-8033. Nancy Talbot, TBT trainer, is appre- ciative of Cottrell’s love for the class. combat hapkido “It is people like her that push me,” Learn self-defense to she said. “Students like her think I am incorporate a variety of strikes, helping them when in fact they are actu- kicks, joint locks, pressure ally helping me. When I hear stories like hers, it motivates me to keep going and points, ground survival and Photo by Benjamin Faske disarming techniques in Com- Master Sgt. Nina Cottrell, Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency push harder. bat Hapkido class, which takes reservist, moves a sand bag from side to side as she takes part in the Total Body Toning program “I know that I am helping people’s place at 6 p.m. on Mondays. at Gillum Fitness Center June 4 Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. lives and that the Air Force is their The class is $60 per month. For career, so they depend on fitness to pass more information, call By Jose T. Garza III Total Body Toning class at the Gillum their PT test,” Talbot said. 671-3490/2016 for details. JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs Fitness Center, Cottrell decided to give the The Total Body Toning class is offered class a shot to see if the results would be at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and firecracker 5k fun run/walk Remembering growing up in Washing- different. Friday. For more information, call the The Firecracker 5K Fun Run/ ton D.C., a 35th Intelligence Squadron Since taking her first TBT more than Gillum Fitness Center at 977-2353/2354. Walk takes place at 6:45 a.m. master sergeant described herself as a a year ago, the class has paid off for the July 11 at the Gillum Fitness “chubby chicken” who didn’t make wise master sergeant. She has lost 20 pounds Center. The race is free and eating choices. and her pants size has gone down from runners can sign up on the day As part of her Hispanic heritage, a size 10 to a size 4. of the event. The run will start Master Sgt. Nina Cottrell, 35th IS indi- “This is the best shape I have ever at Stapleton Park on Security vidual mobilization augmentee to the been in my life,” said Cottrell, the AFISR Hill and finish at the Gillum NCO in charge of mission support, re- Agency chief of reserve affairs, about the Fitness Track. Call 977-2353 calls eating beans and rice regularly and class that incorporates various weight- for more information. only exercising when she was a part of training exercises to work out the core the dance program in high school. body, arms and legs. push-up/sit-up conditioning Even after joining the Air Force as Her improved fitness has rubbed off Need help passing the an active-duty Airman 18 years ago on her family. physical training test? The Joint and later transitioning to the reserves “My kids see me happy and in shape,” Base San Antonio-Lackland and having three children, the brunette Cottrell said. “I have them working out Health and Wellness Center had always struggled to lose weight by with me.” offers classes for all com- performing cardio and reach her goal After shedding weight and inches, her ponents of the test. Contact weight of 138 pounds. Cottrell was per- new goal is to build muscle throughout 671-0566 for more details. plexed about why she wasn’t seeing her body. progress. The TBT class has helped her relieve Photo by Benjamin Faske After overhearing a conversation from stress and build confidence, in addition Cottrell performs a squat thrust as part co-workers at the Air Force Intelli- to staying fit, she said. of the Total Body Toning program at gence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance “My husband (Tech Sgt. Jamaal Cot- Gillum Fitness Center June 4 Joint Base San Agency, her civilian job, about the trell, AF ISR Agency NCOIC of proto- Antonio-Lackland.