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OCTOBER 19, 2012 VOL. 54, NO. 42 OPERATION RISING STAR AUDITIONS A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON OCT. 26, 7 p.m. Sam Houston Community Center New U.S. Army South commanding general works on strengthening partnerships in Honduras By Robert. R. Ramon Lisa Kubiske. strategy of engagement and ARSOUTH Public Affairs “I absolutely needed to security in the region. visit the ambassador so I could JTF-Bravo is a task force On his first trip to the understand and have a better under SOUTHCOM that oper- Central American region since appreciation for the support we ates a forward air base in Hon- taking command, Maj. Gen. provide to her country team duras and organizes multilat- Frederick S. Rudesheim, U.S. and to our partners in Hondu- eral exercises and operations, Army South commanding gen- ras,” Rudesheim said. in cooperation with the host eral, traveled to Tegucigalpa, Rudesheim also met with nation and regional partner Honduras, from Oct. 3 to 5. Army South’s 1st Battalion, nations in counter narcoterror- While there, he visited with 228th Aviation Regiment ism, humanitarian assistance the U.S. ambassador, met with Soldiers and other leaders and disaster relief and build- Army South Soldiers and had assigned to Soto Cano Air Base ing and sustaining partner discussions with key leaders in in Honduras that support Joint capacities to promote regional the Honduran military. Task Force-Bravo. cooperation and security in the The visit coincided with U.S. “I got a chance to meet Caribbean, Central America, Defense Secretary Leon E. those Soldiers that wear the and South America. Panetta’s visit to South America Army South patch,” Rudesheim In the last two years, the and is in line with what Pa- said. 1-228th, working with JTF- netta stated is the U.S. goal for The 1-228th not only sup- Bravo, supported 18 medical the Western Hemisphere – to ports JTF-Bravo, but as the readiness exercises that treated help nations in the region de- only forward-deployed U.S. more than 47,000 patients velop military capabilities and aviation unit in the region, throughout Central America. Photo by Robert R. Ramon provide for their security. it has the mission to execute In addition, the battalion Maj. Gen. Frederick S. Rudesheim (right), U.S. Army South commanding general, Rudesheim first met with aviation operations to facili- visits with Brig. Gen. Freddy Santiago Diaz Zelaya, the Honduran army commander, U.S. Ambassador to Honduras tate U.S. Southern Command’s See ARSOUTH, P10 at the Honduran army headquarters in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, Oct. 4. Brooke Army Medical Center accredited by The Joint Commission Brooke Army Joint Commission’s with standards of care specific tion and Certification Services, to the care of patients and the Medical Center, national standards for to the needs of patients, includ- The Joint Commission. management of hospitals. The which includes San health care quality ing infection prevention and “Accreditation is a volun- standards are developed in Antonio Military and safety in hospitals. control, leadership and medica- tary process and I commend consultation with health care Medical Center and BAMC facilities tion management. SAMMC for successfully under- experts, providers, measure- its outlying clinics, underwent a rigorous “In achieving Joint Commis- taking this challenge to elevate ment experts and patients. has earned The Joint unannounced on-site sion accreditation, SAMMC has its standard of care and instill Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission’s Gold survey in July 2012. demonstrated its commitment confidence in the community it Commission seeks to continu- Seal of Approval® for A team of Joint to the highest level of care serves.” ously improve health care for accreditation. Commission expert surveyors for its patients,” said Mark The Joint Commission’s the public, in collaboration with They achieved this by dem- evaluated SAMMC and the Pelletier, executive director, hospital standards address onstrating compliance with The outlying clinics for compliance Hospital Programs, Accredita- important functions relating See SAMMC, P10 VISIT NEWS LEADER ONLINE: http://www.jbsa.af.mil OR HTTP://WWW.SAMHOUSTON.ARMY.MIL/PAO PAGE 2 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012

FORT SAM HOUSTON forget those who have A tribute to Delta Raiders: valorous warriors fallen or served. A PUBLICATION OF THE 502nd AIR BASE WING – JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON Please send notes Editorial Staff and emails to almount@ from Vietnam War will never be forgotten deltaraiders.com thank- 502nd Air Base Wing Commander Brig. Gen. Theresa C. Carter ing this forgotten unit By Brig. Gen. Kirk Vollmecke generations of Soldiers and others for their deeds 502nd ABW Public Affairs Director Commanding general, Mission and connected from love of and kindled spirit. It is Todd G. White Installation Contracting Command soldiering and common through this gesture that JBSA-FSH Public Affairs Officer pain of war. we renew our nation’s Karla L. Gonzalez I paid tribute to the We listened to their strength and love as fallen Soldiers of Com- individual stories and Americans. Editor Steve Elliott pany D, 2nd Battalion, discovered the connec- For us, this memorial 501st Infantry of the tion that so few would service is etched in our Associate Editor 101st Airborne Division understand. From these hearts and minds. L. A. Shively in a twilight memorial stories comes a calling We are deeply honored Writer/Editor service Oct. 5 in the quiet and commitment to never to have met the men Lori Newman heartlands of Lockhart, forget. and spouses of the Delta Layout Artist Texas. This year marks the Raiders. We few gained Joe Funtanilla Known as the Delta 50th anniversary since so much in one night of Raiders, the service hon- the beginning of the Viet- kinship, admiration and News Leader office: ored their 54 fallen Sol- nam War. respect that will endure 2330 Stanley Road diers; all American heroes Photo by Ben Gonzales It is now our call to the test of time. Building 122, Suite C from a forgotten war. Brig. Gen. Kirk Vollmecke talks to members of the 101st Airborne action to honor these Their stories must be Fort Sam Houston Delta Raiders who served during the Vietnam War at an Oct. 5 memo- told now as this nation Texas 78234-5004 I was accompanied men and all those who 210-221-1031 by Command Sgt. Maj. rial service in Lockhart, Texas, honoring the 54 Soldiers who made the fought, served and died and our military struggle DSN 471-1031 Rodney Rhoades, and five ultimate sacrifice. Vollmecke is commanding general of the Mission during the Vietnam War. with the challenges of Joint Base San Antonio- and Installation Contracting Command. We must embrace each of more than a decade of News Leader Advertisements: Fort Sam Houston Sol- them and welcome them war. Prime Time diers, including Staff Sgt. 412th Contracting Support The seven of us stood home in a way to heal With common purpose Military Newspapers and understanding, we Ave E at Third Street Luke Jefferson from the Brigade, along with Sgts. among the ranks of those their pain and quiet their San Antonio, Texas 78205 323rd Army Band who 1st Class Lamine Fall and still living with many suffering over the many learn and stand together (210) 250-2519 played “Taps” during the Marcos Madrazo of the of their spouses, and decades. with the Delta Raiders, (fax) 250-2570 ceremony, Staff Sgt. Bran- 410th Contracting Support we walked away with I ask all Americans to fallen and still alive, with don Carroll and Sgt. 1st Brigade, who presented a renewed spirit and pause, reflect and honor the sacred pledge to News Leader email: Class Oswald Pascal of the the colors. newly discovered friends; units like this, and never never forget. usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx. [email protected]

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part of the base realign- News Briefs Unique headquarters company ment and closure com- mission, the company Flu Shots Available On, Off Post was transferred to the Seasonal influenza vaccines are Army Support Activity offered at the Roadrunner Community inactivates after decade of service under the 502nd Mis- Center, Building 2797, for Department of sion Support Group,” Defense benificiaries 5 years and older By Staff Sgt. Corey Baltos Headquarters Com- Troops Battalion, U.S. ters Support Company, Leblond said. from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 24 and 31, ARNORTH Public Affairs pany, Army Support Army Garrison, in 2002. Headquarters and Head- “However, since the and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7, 21 and Activity, inactivated “I knew this day was quarters Battalion, U.S. company had an ‘Army- 28. Vaccines for DOD beneficiaries 18 From a small patio Oct. 2 after 10 years of coming,” said Capt. Army North, which now specific’ mission, it was years and older are administered from 11 near the post’s horse service following a quiet James Blevins, company is responsible for some decided that it should a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 26 and from 9 a.m. stables, leaders, com- ceremony. commander, HHC, ASA. of the former unit’s remain with the Army.” to 4 p.m. Nov. 16. Retirees can get the rades and loved ones The unique head- “I am happy that 1st missions. Elements of the com- vaccine at the Army Medical Department said a fond farewell to a quarters company, un- Sgt. Anthony Walls will As part of the pany, now part of Army Center and School from 8 a.m. to noon headquarters company der different organiza- remain with the unit to restructuring on the in- North, have the impor- Nov. 3. Beneficiaries can also get the vac- that had overseen the tions, has been a part of give it continuity even stallation, the STB was tant mission of continu- cine at no cost at one of 45,000 network base’s Military Honors Joint Base San Antonio- though I am leaving.” deactivated in 2006 and ing to provide military pharmacies that administer vaccines to and Caisson platoons for Fort Sam Houston since Walls has since as- the company fell directly funeral honors in the TRICARE beneficiaries. Find a participat- a decade. 1962. The company was sumed duties as first under the U.S. Army south Texas region as ing pharmacy at http://www.express- Headquarters and placed under the Special sergeant for Headquar- Installation Management well as providing cere- scripts.com/tricare/pharmacy, or by calling Command, said Joseph monial support to JBSA- Express Scripts at 1-877-363-1303. Leblond, ASA executive Fort Sam Houston and officer. the greater San Antonio DLA Disposition Services “Four years later, as military community. Site Closed For Training DLA Disposition Services, Field Activ- ity at San Antonio will be closed Oct. 19 to prepare for a systems upgrade and will reopen Oct. 22, as training continues and the computer system is deployed. The organization is replacing its legacy computer system known as “DAISY” with its Reutilization Business Integration solution. RBI is expected to provide real-time asset visibility throughout the Defense Logistics Agency supply chain. There is little or no delay between when data is entered and when it is available to other users. Items available for reuti- lization, transfer, donation and sales will also have increased visibility. For more Photo by Staff Sgt. Corey Baltos information, call 221-3306 or click on (From left) Capt. James Blevins, commander of Headquarters http://www.dispositionservices.dla.mil/. Capt. James Blevins, company commander of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Army Support and Heaquarters Company, Army Support Activity, along with Activity, and 1st Sgt. Anthony Walls, case the company guidon during an inactivation ceremony held Oct. Frank Blakely, ASA Manager; Spc. Anthony Cortinas, Headquar- Free Tops in Blue Tickets Available 2 as Frank Blakely, ASA manager, looks on. The Military Honors Platoon, which provides military funeral ters Support Company, Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, Joint Base San Antonio is scheduled honors in the south Texas region and ceremonial support to JBSA-Fort Sam Houston and the greater San U.S. Army North; Michael Mathews, deputy manager, ASA; and to feature a free Tops in Blue show 4 Antonio military community, is now part of Army North’s Headquarters Support Company, Headquarters 1st Sgt. Anthony Walls inactivated HHC, ASA, after a decade of p.m. Nov. 4 at the Laurie Auditorium and Headquarters Battalion. service Oct. 2. on the Trinity University campus, 715 Stadium Drive. Seating is on a first- come, first-served basis, but patrons must have a ticket to get in. Tickets will Combined Federal Campaign finds donors in a giving spirit be available starting Tuesday and can be picked up at the Randolph Community By Mike Joseph three JBSA locations is going very well,” said 1, and those expecta- Services Mall, Building 895; Sam Hous- JBSA-Lackland Public Affairs combined have reached 1st Lt. Anthony Ander- tions have been ex- ton Community Center, Building 1395, almost 40 percent of son, the JBSA campaign ceeded,” he said about Chaffee Road; and Lackland Information, This year’s an- their $4.6 million total project officer. “We the campaign, which Tickets and Travel Office, Building 5506. nual Combined Federal goal. And city-wide, have seen donations continues through Campaign has found contributions from San coming in at a faster Dec. 15. CAM Combat Breakfast Joint Base San Anto- Antonio federal em- pace than last year, The CFC was created The Alamo Chapter Air Force Associa- nio and the city of San ployees are running and we expect this to to shield federal em- tion, Air Force Recruiting Service and the Antonio contributors to $251,000 ahead of last continue. ployees from constant San Antonio Chamber of Commerce are be in a giving mood. year’s pace toward its “I had high expecta- year-round solicitation Five weeks into the $5.5 million goal. tions when we kicked See NEWS BRIEFS, P6 2012 campaign, the “The JBSA campaign off the campaign Sept. See CFC, P11 PAGE 4 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012 Fire Department hosts open house for Fire Prevention Week Armando Fabela demonstrates how fire fighters dress for their job during the Fire Prevention Open House Oct. 12. The purpose was to show young children what a fire fighter looks like in their gear so if the child is in a fire, he or she will not be afraid of fire personnel.

Fire Inspector Joseph Miyaski shows children household fire dangers using props in the fire safety house during a Fire Prevention Open House.

Photos by Two-year-old Jonathan Flanders dances with Sparky the Fire Dog Lori Newman Eleven-year-old Kenneth Flanders during the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Fire Preven- checks out one of the many items tion Open House Oct. 12. Sparky visited with the children, every- given to children during the open one enjoyed food, music by the 323rd Army Band “Fort Sam’s house. Own,” and fire safety demonstrations and giveaways. OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 5 ARMY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMAND STAGES ‘TURKEY BOWL’

(From left) Adrian Salinas, Randy Dayoc and Col. Mark Lee from the U.S. Army Environmental Command Red Team move in to make a tackle on ball carrier Phil Gust. USAEC members chose up sides last week and played in the annual “Turkey Bowl” game on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston’s Parade Field Oct. 11. In a classic defensive struggle, the Black Team defeated the Red Team, 42-24.

Kent “Hap” Gonser (left) moves in to block for Craig Ruzicki as U.S. Army Environmental Command employees played in the annual touch football “Turkey Bowl” game.

Photos by Bill Bradner PAGE 6 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012

in his combat injuries News Briefs Nov. 24, 2011. from P3 Vice JCS chairman visits, honors Spc. Jason Smith, an infantryman, was hosting the Celebrate America’s Military assigned to Company Combat Breakfast at 7 a.m. Nov. 7 wounded warriors in San Antonio B, 1st Battalion, 23rd at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Infantry, 3rd Stryker Kendrick Enlisted Club. Uniform for the By Maria Gallegos patients at the Center nefeld said during the whose injuries are not Brigade Combat Team event is Army Combat Uniform or Airman BAMC Public Affairs for the Intrepid and San ceremony. “There is no as visible. when he stepped on a Battle Uniform for service members Antonio Military Medical place other than Texas “We are going to take pressure plate impro- and business attire for civilians. Cost The nation’s sec- Center. that truly supports our care of them (wounded vised explosive device is $10.95 per person and guests must ond highest ranking Army Maj. Gen. M. Airmen, Soldiers, Sailors warriors) for many July 25 in Afghanistan, RSVP by Oct. 25. Call 565-0567 for military officer honored Ted Wong, commander and Marines like the decades to come,” Win- resulting in his combat more information. two wounded warriors of Brooke Army Medi- way they do here.” nefeld said. injuries. during a Purple Heart cal Center and South- Winnefeld welcomed Sgt. Paul T. Roberts After the ceremony, Federal Employees ceremony at the War- ern Regional Medical the Purple Heart re- was assigned to Com- Winnefeld visited with Health Benefits Fair rior and Family Support Command, opened the cipients with words of pany D, 7th Battalion, about 15 wounded war- All Federal employees are invited Center Oct. 12. Purple Heart ceremony praise for their courage, 158th Aviation Regi- riors at the Center for to attend the upcoming 2012 Federal During his visit, Navy followed by Winnefeld, dedication and sacrifices ment, serving as a wa- the Intrepid, a state-of- Employees Health Benefits Fairs. Rep- Adm. James A. “Sandy” who presented the med- they made to defend the ter treatment specialist the art outpatient reha- resentatives will be present to discuss Winnefeld Jr., vice chair- als and certificates. nation. He also recog- in Afghanistan when an bilitation facility. He said different health care insurance options man of Joint Chiefs of “It is great to be nized and acknowledged improvised explosive de- he was impressed with available to Federal employees. FEHB Staff, also visited with back in Texas,” Win- the wounded warriors vice detonated, resulting the wounded warriors Open Season is from Nov. 12 to Dec. who were participating 10. The first fair is Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. in sports with their leg to 3 p.m. at the Warfighter and Family brace called the Intrepid Readiness Center, Building 2797, 2010 Dynamic Exoskeletal Stanley Road. The second fair is Nov. 7 Orthosis, or IDEO. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the San Antonio “This is what I came Military Medical Center, in the Medical to see – the IDEO in Mall, adjacent to the pain clinic. For action,” he said. more information, Air Force Employees At the end of the visit, can call 808-0205 and Army Employees Winnefeld visited with can call 221-9638. Federal employees patients at the medi- can click on http://www.opm.gov/insure/ cal center, giving them health/index.asp. words of encourage- Photos by Robert Shields ment, praise and grati- Friday Night Jazz & Wine Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr. (center), vice chairman of the Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr., vice chairman of the Joint tude, and ensured them Army Entertainment’s “Friday Night Joint Chiefs of Staff, pins the Purple Heart medal on Army Spc. Chiefs of Staff, pins the Purple Heart medal on Army Sgt. Paul that they are getting the Jazz & Wine” series returns at 7 p.m. Jason Smith during a ceremony at the Warrior and Family Support Roberts during a ceremony at the Warrior and Family Support Oct. best medical care during Nov. 9 at the Fort Sam Houston Theater. Center Oct. 12. Smith was injured July 25 while supporting Opera- 12. Roberts was injured Nov. 24, 2011, while supporting Opera- their recovery. Performers are American jazz, blues tion Enduring Freedom. tion Enduring Freedom. and funk saxophonist Ronnie Laws, Swiss-born smooth jazz pianist Alex Bugnon and special guest Jeffery Smith. Doors open and cocktail hour begins Army North Soldiers continue time-honored tradition at 7 p.m. Reserved tickets and seating By Staff Sgt. Corey Baltos horses and marching funerals and honors for are available for $35 in advance, plus ARNORTH Public Affairs next to the caisson, as veterans and active- services fee, or $45 at the door. Visit well as the horses them- duty Soldiers,” said Sgt. http://www.ArmyMWR.com to purchase A silent procession selves, are conscious that Titus Mathai, Military tickets in advance. For more informa- of Soldiers and horses this is no ordinary ride. Funeral Honors Platoon, tion, call 466-2020. The event is open make their way through They have the honor of Headquarters Support to authorized Department of Defense ID the paths of the Fort carrying a fellow Soldier Company, Headquarters cardholders and their guests. Visitors Sam Houston National to his final place of rest. and Headquarters Bat- may enter through either the Walters Cemetery. The solemn dignity talion, U.S. Army North. Gate off I-35 or the Harry Wurzbach Gate Their fellow Soldiers provided by these Sol- “We are responsible for off Loop 410 and Harry Wurzbach Road. stand at attention with diers during the ceremo- 58 counties in South All vehicle occupants age 16 and older their rifles at order arms, nies is no accident. They Texas. On an average must show a valid photo ID to enter waiting. train constantly for this day, we conduct four to gates. The only sound is from duty – they are the men six funerals. On a heavy Photo by Staff Sgt. Corey Baltos the muffled hooves of the and women assigned day, that can increase to Soldiers from the Caisson section arrive to receive the casket dur- Air Force Reserve MTIs needed horses and the wheels to the Military Funeral six or eight.” ing an interment Sept. 10 at the Fort Sam Houston National Cem- The Air Force Reserve Command of the caisson they are Honors platoon and the There are different etery. Four to six horses, harnessed in pairs, are used to pull a is looking for traditional Reservists pulling. Caisson section of U.S. types of honors afforded caisson. However, only the near or left-hand horses are ridden, so The Soldiers, sitting Army North. the rider has to control not only the horse he is riding but the one See NEWS BRIEFS, P18 ramrod straight on their “We provide military See ARNORTH, P16 to the right of him – the “off horse.” OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 7 42nd Celebrate America’s Military schedule

Nov. 1 Nov. 4 San Antonio-Randolph. Guest speaker is CAM Kickoff Luncheon – 11:30 a.m. regis- “Listen” Tops in Blue Concert – 4 p.m. at Maj. Gen. Suzanne Vautrinot, commander of 24th tration, noon lunch. Guest speaker is Robin Laurie Auditorium, Trinity University, 715 Stadium Air Force. noon at Alamo Plaza. Open to public. Lineberger, CEO, Deloitte Federal Government Drive. Free and open to the public. – 4 p.m. at Welcome Home, Vietnam Veterans UTSA Military Day Football Game – 4 p.m. at Services; San Antonio Exposition Hall at Freeman Concert at the Quadrangle – 5 p.m. at the Joint JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Staff Post Parade Field Alamodome, 100 Montana St. Game features Coliseum, 3201 E. Houston St. Members, $40 Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle, with Vietnam Veteran reception following at the UTSA Roadrunners hosting the McNeese State for individual, $450 for table of eight; non- 1400 E. Grayson St., with the 323rd Army Band Quadrangle. Open to the public. Cowboys. Ticket purchase required. Buy tickets at members: $50, individual and $550 for table of “Fort Sam’s Own.” The Grayson Street pedestrian Nov. 8 http://www.ticketmaster.com. eight. Registration required. gate will be open at 3:30 p.m. Free and open to Spirit of America Dinner – 6:15 p.m. cocktails Nov. 11 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Chamber the public. and 7 p.m. dinner at Grand Hyatt Hotel, 600 Senior NCO Salute San Antonio Rock n’ Roll Marathon, Half reception at San Antonio Botanical Garden, – E. Market St. Guest speaker is Gen. Charles SeaWorld San Antonio Military Family Day Marathon and Mini-Marathon – 7:30 a.m. start 555 Funston Place. Performance by the 323rd During regular park hours. H. Jacoby Jr., commander of North American in downtown San Antonio near South Alamo Army Band “Fort Sam’s Own.” Free and open to Nov. 5 Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Street and East Market Street. $15 registra- public. CAM Birdies for the Brave Golf Tournament – Command. By invitation only. Registration re- tion discount for military members with code Nov. 2 9:30 a.m. registration and noon shotgun start quired and available at http://www.CelebrateAm- MILITARY2012. See http://runrocknroll.competitor. Association of the U.S. Army Luncheon – 11:30 at TPC San Antonio, JW Marriott San Antonio Hill ericasMilitary.com or call 229-2119. com/san-antonio for more information. a.m. Guest speaker is Arthur Emerson, Texas Country Resort and Spa, 23808 Resort Parkway. Nov. 9 Veterans Day Ceremonies – 9:30 a.m. musical Military Preparedness Commissioner, Sam Hous- Nov. 6 JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort prelude, 10 a.m. program at Fort Sam Houston ton Community Center. Employer Support for the Guard & Reserve & Spa presents a Salute to Fisher House National Cemetery, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Road. Nov. 3 “Salute to Employers Awards Luncheon” – Gala – 6 p.m. cocktails and 7:30 p.m. dinner Open to the public. – 2:30 to 8:30 p.m., Noon at Doubletree Hotel Downtown, 502 West and program at JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Saluting America’s Heroes Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers Commemorative Texas A&M University-San Antonio Main Campus, Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard. Guest speaker is Country Resort & Spa, 23808 Resort Parkway. Ceremony – 1:30 p.m. at San Antonio National 1 University Way. Displays, exhibits, military Brig. Gen. Kirk Vollmecke, commander, Mission Registration required. Call (240) 559-2470 for Cemetery, 517 Paso Hondo St. Open to the public enlistment ceremony, benefits fair and more. and Installation Contracting Command. information. Veterans Day Concert “Salute to Service” – 7 San Antonio Spurs CAM Game Night – 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7 Nov. 10 p.m. at Majestic Theater, 224 E. Houston Street, at AT&T Center, One AT&T Center Parkway. Oppo- Air Force Association Combat Breakfast – 7 Veterans parade and wreath-laying with the San Antonio Symphony and Air Force nent is the Utah Jazz. Ticket for game required. a.m. at Kendrick’s Enlisted Club at Joint Base ceremony – 10:30 a.m. ceremony and parade at Band of the West. Open to the public. PAGE 8 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012 Army Environmental Command renews adopt-a-school partnership By Kristina Curley “Army Environmental there are people at Army USAEC Public Affairs Command team members Environmental Command love to participate and in- who are willing to help.” Amid the songs, cheers teract with the students,” Some of the types of and thank you’s of stu- Lee said. help USAEC volunteers dent ambassadors, the “Everyone benefits. provided last year were U.S. Army Environmental Our folks are doctors and demonstrated in a slide Command renewed its scientists excited about show presentation put to- Adopt-A-School partner- learning. They want to gether by Hyde recapping ship with the Fort Sam inspire young students to highlights of the previous Houston Elementary learn.” school years’ adopt-a- School at a signing cer- Lee told the students school events. emony held at the school he comes from a long “We enjoyed putting Oct. 5. line of teachers and once together this presentation Fort Sam Houston considered becoming a of past performances and Elementary School chemistry teacher before taking a look toward the principal Tonya Hyde pursing his career in the future,” Hyde said. and Fort Sam Houston Army. He said they still “It is amazing to Independent School Dis- might have a “Mr. Lee” see what a full year of trict superintendent Dr. teaching their chemistry activities we had. This Gail Siller joined USAEC class one day. represents more than 300 commander Col. Mark A. “There is fantastic volunteer hours of Army Lee in signing a special work that goes on in this Environmental Command poster-sized agreement school and the students Photo by Kristina Curley working with our stu- featuring photos of past are the ones that ben- Fort Sam Houston Independent School District superintendent Dr. Gail Siller and Col. Mark A. Lee, com- dents.” Adopt-a-School activities. efit. Thanks, Ms. Hyde, mander of the U.S. Army Environmental Command, sign an agreement to renew the adopt-a-school part- USAEC, which officially With the signing, for helping military kids nership between USAEC and Fort Sam Houston Elementary School. adopted Fort Sam Houston USAEC volunteers agreed learn and letting our Elementary School in Sep- to continue sharing organization partner with helping students to learn lives of students. students to become more tember 2011, has partici- knowledge of the en- the school,” Lee said. and experience new con- “Thank you for sup- effective and involved pated in school activities vironmental sciences, “We want to be full cepts and ideas.” porting our school and with the end result be- such as the fifth-grade professional career paths partners and are excited Siller expressed her military children. We ing better informed and “Science in Action Day,” and a love of lifelong about helping at events appreciation to USAEC all look forward to the more involved American “Read Across America” discovery with school’s throughout the coming for readopting Fort Sam coming year,” Siller told citizens. honoring Dr. Seuss’ birth- students and faculty. school year, and again Houston Elementary Lee and the other USAEC “The Army Environ- day, an Earth Day environ- School and for continued representatives. “This mental Command can mental fair, holiday events, actions that enrich the partnership will help help you with choices of mentoring and graduation special careers,” Siller ceremonies. told the students. The partnership sign- “If there is something ing renews the relation- special you want to know ship for the 2012- 2013 about, tell us, because school year. OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 9 AF officials to migrate civilian personnel records to OPM

By Tech. Sgt. Steve Grever to individual person- Center are encouraged Air Force Personnel Center nel records of Air Force to visit My eOPF on the Public Affairs civilian employees while CPOL webpage at http:// protecting and securing cpol.army.mil/library/gen- Officials at the Air the information contained eral/eOPF/ to view educa- Force Personnel Center in those records,” said tion and training mate- project the migration of Sal Lara, AFPC’s Civilian rial designed to address the Air Force version of Future Operations Branch questions ranging from each employee’s elec- personnel systems project “What is eOPF” to “How tronic Official Personnel officer. Do I Access My eOPF.” Folder to the Office of “The OPM eOPF is Employees will also be Personnel Management’s a Web application that able to view an Office of government-wide eOPF is very similar to what Personnel Management version will take place civilian employees use video that introduces Nov. 6. today, and we anticipate employees to the eOPF The eOPF is a digitized a seamless migration to system. version of a hardcopy OPM.” A link to eOPF in- personnel folder that The migration includes formation on CPOL has contains official human more than 152,000 elec- also been posted on the resource records for each tronic personnel records JBSA-Fort Sam Hous- federal employee. with about 14 million ton Civilian Personnel Officials said the documents. Advisory Center webpage system enhances por- AFPC will continue to (http://www.samhouston. tability of civilian hu- manage civilian person- army.mil/cpac/index. man relations records nel information, but OPM aspx), Facebook (http:// and increases employee will control the eOPF www.facebook.com/pages/ awareness and account- database. Ft-Sam-Houston-Civilian- ability through email All Army civilian em- Personnel-Advisory-Cen- notifications of personnel ployees serviced by the ter/217123538373277) actions. Joint Base San Antonio- and Twitter (https:// “The OPM eOPF Fort Sam Houston Civil- twitter.com/FSHCPAC) provides ease of access ian Personnel Advisory locations. Exchange offers fee-free holiday layaway

The Army & Air Force until final payment Exchange Service’s holi- and pick up just before day layaway program is Christmas. now fee-free. Also, for a limited Shoppers simply select time only, Nov. 1 through their gifts for layaway Dec. 16, customers can and stop by customer place computers, laptops, service to complete the iPads and netbooks on layaway process. layaway. “Fee-free” means “The Exchange con- that while the Exchange tinues to beat the com- collects an initial $3 petition when it comes processing fee for new to selection, service and layaways, that amount is value,” said AAFES chief returned to customers, of staff Col. Tom Ocken- via an Exchange Mer- fels. process. chandise Gift Card, upon “Other retailers charge See customer service final payment and pick as much as $15 for lay- at local exchanges for up of their items. away. Our program saves program details and In addition, toy lay- shoppers money.” eligibility. away will be extended A deposit of only 15 through Dec. 23. Gifts percent is required when (Source: Army & Air are safely out of sight starting the layaway Force Exchange Service) PAGE 10 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012

ARSOUTH from P1 vital that Major General Rudesheim develop a provided support to personal relationship with other aviation missions, partner nation army lead- which included counter ers,” said Maj. Jeff Lopez, illicit trafficking opera- Army South Central tions, personnel recovery, American desk officer. humanitarian disaster “This ensures that we responses and other maintain a foundation of operations for U.S. and trust and confidence.” partner nation personnel Rudesheim and the in Honduras and the sur- Honduran army lead- rounding area. ers discussed a range of Rudesheim spent the important topics includ- remainder of his trip ing setting the conditions Maj. Gen. Frederick S. Rudesheim (left), U.S. Army South commanding general, visits with building relationships for future engagements, U.S. Ambassador to Honduras Lisa Kubiske at the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, with key Honduran army Lopez said. Oct. 4. leaders, including the This is a conversation Honduran minister of de- the leaders will continue ters in San Antonio where parents in Panama and Rudesheim fense, the chief of defense during the upcoming Cen- army commanders from was raised there until he said he plans forces and the army com- tral American Regional at least seven Central left at the age of 18 to to continue to Photos by Robert R. Ramon mander. Leaders Conference to American nations plan to attend college at the Uni- cultivate Army Maj. Gen. Frederick S. Rudesheim (left) visits “Central America is an be hosted in January at attend. versity of Texas at Austin. South’s rela- with Honduran Minister of Defense Marlon important region so it’s Army South’s headquar- Lopez, who sat in “He built a bond with tionship with Pascua Cerrato at the Honduras joint staff on the meetings, said our Honduran army part- partner nation headquarters in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Rudesheim built an im- ners right away,” Lopez armies during mediate bond with the said. “General Rudesheim his tenure as command- and gained a good initial Honduran army leaders. has a solid grasp of the ing general. understanding of the He credited this in part to Latino culture and is “I had very fruitful assistance we provide the fact that Rudesheim excellent with the Spanish talks with senior leaders and our partnership with was born to American language.” of the Honduran army them,” Rudesheim said.

SAMMC from P1 care organizations and The Joint Commis- staffing services certi- programs in the United sion currently certifies fication for more than other stakeholders, by States, including more more than 2,000 disease- 750 staffing offices. An evaluating health care or- than 10,300 hospitals specific care programs, independent, not-for-profit ganizations and inspiring and home care organi- focused on the care of organization, The Joint them to excel in providing zations, and more than patients with chronic Commission is the nation’s safe and effective care of 6,500 other health care illnesses such as stroke, oldest and largest stan- the highest quality and organizations that provide joint replacement, stroke dards-setting and accred- value. long-term care, behav- rehabilitation, heart fail- iting body in health care. The Joint Commission ioral health care, labora- ure and many others. (Source: Brooke Army evaluates and accredits tory and ambulatory care The Joint Commission Medical Center Public more than 19,000 health services. also provides health care Affairs) OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 11

ENERGY from P2 load will understandably CFC from P3 This year’s theme, helping potential con- “Federal employees increase. “iGive,” is comprised of tributors understand the can choose from more energy storage tanks at “To counter this, we’ll in the work place. It af- four parts: “I’m in- campaign’s significance is than 2,700 agencies, major chiller plants on improve the efficiency of fords them the opportu- formed, I’m involved, paying off. donate conveniently each location that will night-time exterior light- nity to decide and donate I’m inspired and I’m “Our primary focus through payroll deduc- store cold water needed ing through solid state without leaving their invested.” It augments this year was to provide tion, and be confident for air conditioning, while lighting, more commonly work center. an “effective communica- meaningful information the organization they allowing the machines known as light-emitting The 2012 campaign tions” approach to the so donors could make are donating to has been that produce the cold wa- diodes, and related guidebook for potential campaign, and Anderson informed decisions and screened to ensure their ter to be dropped off-line controls, across JBSA to contributors lists more said it has been one of really understand the money is being used as during peak demand pe- lower energy consump- than 2,700 different the keys to a successful impact their investments the agency advertises,” riods, Ramos explained. tion and also become a charities, local to interna- start. make,” Carletti said. “We he said. “The chiller plants will key tool in demand side tional. Donors can make “We have seen marked look to be on track for Carletti added the be turned back on to management,” Ramos one-time contributions or improvement this year in a successful campaign military and civilian ‘charge’ depleted storage said. payroll deductions; dona- receptiveness to the cam- to meet and exceed our federal workforce has al- tanks with cold water This technology cuts tions can also be distrib- paign simply by ensuring $5.5 million goal. ways shown the capacity during off-peak or eve- energy requirements by uted among the charities we use effective commu- “I believe most people and willingness to help ning hours,” he added. considerably more than in accordance with the nication,” Anderson said. are willing to give if given others. “By shifting the load half and is a light source donor’s wishes. “Our key workers the opportunity and pro- “Albert Schweitzer and leveling generating that can be dimmed or JBSA has raised more have made sure not to vided a good reason to be once wrote, ‘You don’t profiles, CPS generating started instantaneously than $1.8 million one- just drop the brochure involved,” Carletti said. live in a world all alone. plants will run more effi- to illuminate roadways, third of the way into the on an individual’s desk, “The No. 1 reason Your brothers are here, ciently, ultimately keep- parking lots and building fundraising. By loca- but rather take the time people don’t give is they too,’” Carletti said. ing customer rates more exteriors across the loca- tion, JBSA-Randolph has to explain CFC so they are not asked. Through “Participating in the CFC stable.” tions nightly, he said. reached more than 55 can make an informed our efforts to create more allows us to help others But the JBSA Energy Adding timing devices percent of its $1.1 mil- decision.” meaningful contact, we who are in need of a Team isn’t stopping there. will, overall, result in lion goal, JBSA-Lackland Dave Carletti, senior hope to educate all CFC helping hand…to make a “The second highest JBSA’s utility bills being is at 39 percent of its vice president, public donors so they see the difference in someone’s load is lighting,” Ramos significantly cheaper. $2.1 million target, and sector campaigns, United value in participating.” life. said. “When thermal For more information JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Way of San Antonio and Anderson said the CFC “You never know energy tanks are added about energy conserva- has collected 27 percent Bexar County, who is provides choice, conve- when that someone to JBSA and chiller plants tion, call the JBSA energy toward its $1.4 million responsible for the San nience and confidence might be you, a family run at night, the base manager at 808-0180. objective. Antonio CFC, also said for contributors. member or a friend.” PAGE 12 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012 JBSA resource fair a success for military families with special needs By Cheryl Harrison Mission Support Group, Warfighter and Family Readiness who opened the event. Marketing “This is an opportunity to be educated by re- The Joint Base San sources from Joint Base Antonio Exceptional San Antonio and those Family Member Pro- out in the community.” gram joined forces with Families were able to Morgan’s Wonderland connect with some much- to hold the third annual needed support, while Resource Fair and Child parents and children Find Event Oct. 13, with alike were entertained by more than 275 family local talent. members, volunteers and The 323rd Army vendors taking part. Band “Fort Sam’s Own” The purpose of the provided music for more fair was to put fami- than an hour. Following lies with special needs the band, a special young members in touch with lady was introduced. the numerous resources Sierra Cecil, a local 15 that specifically sup- year old, having experi- port individuals with enced her own disabilities disabilities. from birth, took the stage Photos by Cheryl Harrison One resource offered to demonstrate the gifts Four-year-old George Wunderlin from Joint Base San An- this year was Child Find, she has developed re- tonio-Lackland isn’t quite sure about the H-E-B Buddy which was an opportu- gardless of missing limbs. Local singer Sierra Cecil awed the audience with her strong voice and newly during the JBSA Resource Fair held Oct. 13 at Morgan’s nity for families to have Opening with the Patsy acquired guitar skills, thanks to a specially fitted prosthetic. Wonderland, but allowed his photo to be taken anyway. their children assessed to Cline favorite “Crazy,” determine if there was a Cecil captivated the at- The audience enjoyed the needs with physical and “Lots of vendors were fair, offering even more special need or concern tendees. Cecil performed gymnasts’ performances cognitive disabilities. available, and 80 per- variety of resources to with normal develop- for more than an hour, on the parallel bars, bal- Their gymnastic program cent of the day’s vendors families in the San Anto- ment, speech and/or ending her performance ance beams, vault and is for children who are were new to the annual nio area.” physical concerns. with her latest acquired floor. able to walk independent- The program is geared talent, the guitar. Kinetic Kids offers ly or with an assistive for children up to three Demonstrating other year-round, comprehen- device, such as a walker years of age, with a skills was the Kinetic sive group programs for or crutches. behavior emphasis from Kids gymnastic group. children with special Besides being enter- three to five years of age. tained inside the event There were also more center, families were able than 40 booths lining the to visit the park. Morgan’s Wonderland Morgan’s Wonderland Event Center offering is a play area specifically childcare placement, designed for children and tuition assistance, coun- adults with special needs. seling, respite care and With the cooler tem- special classes for fami- peratures that day, the lies with special needs park proved to be the individuals. perfect site for learn- “Due to the success ing and playing for the of the previous resource families who attended the fair events at Morgan’s event. With the specially Wonderland, we are equipped rides for special pleased to offer this needs children including wonderful opportunity wheelchairs, everyone for military families and had a grand day. EFMP families here in Eighteen-month-old Cullen Turner enjoyed his pinwheel while his “The fair went very the area,” said Air Force dad, Sgt. Tim Turner from the San Antonio Military Medical Center, well,” said Melissa Reyes, The 323d Army Band “Fort Sam’s Own” rock band provided lively Col. Christine M. Er- browsed the vendor’s literature and brochures at the Oct. 13 EFMP EFMP manager for music for guests. Andi Gonzales and Staff Sgt. Tony Cooper from the lewine, commander, 902d Resource Fair and Child Find Event at Morgan’s Wonderland. JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. band couldn’t keep their feet still. OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 13

continued best. This is a time and a Secretary of the Navy highlights heritage and future when so much depends on our naval services and we will con- warfighting in birthday message to the fleet tinue to take care of our Sailors and their families By Ray Mabus independence nal, which was one Since then, the Navy greatest fleet through the to make sure they have Secretary of the Navy and ensured our of our Navy’s most has continued to provide years, what makes our all they need to take care future. important World the flexibility our Com- Navy part of the best ex- of our nation. This year’s celebration These events War II victories in mander in Chief needs peditionary fighting force You are part of a of our 237th birthday is have shown the Pacific. to meet high-end con- the world has ever known Navy warfighting team highlighted by anniver- the contrasts 2012 is also ventional or asymmetri- is our Sailors. that is reliable, flexible saries that have defined of our modest the 50th Anniver- cal threats, or provide You are standing the and ready to respond us as the greatest mari- beginnings with sary of the Cuban humanitarian assistance watch and sustaining worldwide – on, above time warfighting force in the original six Missile Crisis that in response to natural peace in the global com- and below the sea. I look history. frigates at the allowed President disasters. We have re- mons. forward to all we will Across the country, cit- start of the 19th century Kennedy to stand firm mained a nation commit- The new defense strat- accomplish in the years ies held Navy Week cele- to today’s 21st century during the Cold War con- ted to the seas and to a egy announced by the ahead. brations for the bicenten- modern fleet. frontation with the might strong Navy. president in January is a Thank you, happy nial of the War of 1812, This year is the 70th of 140 ships of the fleet While we have innovat- maritime-centric strategy, birthday and semper which guaranteed our anniversary of Guadalca- in the Caribbean. ed and built the world’s so America needs your fortis.

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert Six key words for CNO birthday message: high-fives a junior Sailor in celebration after cutting a birthday cake in honor of the ‘Warfighting First, Operate Forward, Be Ready’ Navy’s 237th birthday in front By Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert us, we assured allies, pro- the Sailors who fought We must be ready to of USS Constitution’s fighting Chief of Naval Operations jected power, and defend- in 1812 and what we fight and win today, while top at the National Museum ed our nation’s interests learned. They were building the ability to win of the U.S. Navy. Greenert and As we celebrate our around the globe. brave and innovative tomorrow. We must pro- Master Chief Petty Officer of naval heritage on our This past year also Sailors with an amazing vide offshore options to the Navy Mike Stevens hosted 237th birthday, we signified a landmark warfighting spirit. deter, influence, and win a worldwide Navy birthday all- proudly reflect on more year for our Navy as we They made us what we in an era of uncertainty. hands call and reenlistment. than two centuries of commemorated the War are today, and their spirit Finally, we must The event was broadcast live warfighting excellence as of 1812. Two hundred and self-sacrifice live on harness the teamwork, on television via satellite to the world’s preeminent years ago, on the Great in our bold, proficient talent, and imagination more proud of our Sail- Sailors overseas and at sea, maritime force. Lakes, along the eastern and confident Sailors. of our diverse force to ors, civilian work force and carried around the world We had an extremely seaboard, and waters of As we start this New be ready to fight and and families. I am grate- on the internet. busy year answering our New Orleans, our legacy Year together, I ask you responsibly employ our ful to be your shipmate nation’s calls to operate was forged and traditions to remember our tenets: resources. and a part of the great- Photo by Mass Communication forward – and like those were made. Warfighting First, Operate Happy 237th birthday, est Navy the world has Specialist 1st Class Sailors that came before We can never forget Forward, and Be Ready. shipmates! I could not be ever known. Peter D. Lawlor SAN ANTONIO SAILORS COMMEMORATE NAVY’S 237TH BIRTHDAY

Photos by Burrell Parmer U.S. Navy Capt. John Larnerd, commanding officer of Navy Medicine Training Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Juan Pena of Navy Recruiting District San Antonio rings Sam Houston, speaks to Sailors and guests during a bell ringing ceremony held at the Alamo Oct. 11. The ceremony the ceremonial bell during a bell ringing ceremony which kicked off the celebration kicked off the celebration of the U.S. Navy’s 237th Birthday. of the U.S. Navy’s 237th Birthday at the Alamo Oct. 11. PAGE 14 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012 OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 15 Tracking hazardous material important to environmental support By Melanie Berry lation’s exempt list. JBSA-FSH Hazardous The Department of Material Management Defense and all mili- Environmental Scientist tary service regulations outline specific “cradle- As part of the 502nd to-grave” management Mission Support Group, procedures. the 502nd Civil Engineer To meet these require- Squadron provides instal- ments, JBSA-FSH has lation environmental implemented the Air support services for Joint Force Enterprise, Envi- Base San Antonio-Fort ronmental, Safety and Sam Houston and JBSA- Occupational Health- Camp Bullis. Management Information A crucial component System, allowing for the of this environmental tracking of all HAZMAT support is the manage- on the installation. ment and tracking of This system establishes hazardous material, or authorized users for each HAZMAT. work center who can With more than 90 order and receive haz- mission partners and ardous material. It allows 2,000 facilities to cover, for each to be reviewed the main objectives of by safety, occupational HAZMAT management health (preventive medi- are to protect health, illness, injury and even cine), and environmental preserve the environment death. It can result in agencies before its pro- and save money. serious environmen- curement. Federal and state tal impacts if not used The 502nd Civil En- regulations require the properly. gineer Squadron needs tracking of HAZMAT Misuse and disposal your help. from its procurement of HAZMAT can incur If you are contacted to its disposal. This is outrageous disposal and by someone from the referred to as “cradle-to- clean-up costs. It can HAZMAT management grave” management. The result in base fines and team, please help them less hazardous material cause shut down of mili- to identify the materials that is used, the less the tary operations. in use and their procure- impact is to the installa- Identification of haz- ment methods. tion and its surrounding ardous material locations Keep your hazard communities. is crucial for emergency communication programs Hazardous material response planning. current in order to pro- is generally defined as a Common HAZMAT vide chemical inventories material that is radioac- for JBSA-FSH includes and MSDSs. tive, flammable, corro- propane, medical gases, If there are questions sive, and/or toxic. oils, greases, sealants or concerns regard- However, the way in and paints. ing hazardous materi- which a material is used “Consumer-use” als, call the installation and its quantity also products such as window HAZMAT manager at factors into the deter- cleaners, white board 808-6280/6281/6333. mination of whether cleaner, canned air, For disposal of un- something is considered bleach, etc. may not re- needed HAZMAT, call a hazardous material. quire tracking. However, 388-2134. For questions HAZMAT may pose it is still necessary to get regarding the recycling serious safety and health it identified to have those of aerosol cans, call hazards resulting in items added to the instal- 852-1762.

Did you One of the best things about ICE is that people can let service providers know when they do a great job, not just for poor service. know? It takes 5 minutes or less to submit a comment at http://ice.disa.mil. PAGE 16 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012 Traditional tunes, foods highlight Oktoberfest 2012 By Deyanira Romo Rossell time under the main Accordian player 502nd Force Support Squadron tent, enjoyed the Dennis Koehler music and hitting and The Swingin’ With German the dance floor. “My Dutchmen from music and dance – daughter is loving it. New Braunfels pro- along with schnitzel, She loves the music vided German mu- bratwurst and carnival and the rides.” sic for Oktoberfest rides – Oktoberfest Roy Haag, the Bohe- 2012 on JBSA-Fort 2012 on Joint Base mian Dutchmen band- Sam Houston. San Antonio-Fort leader, said he books Sam Houston brought a lot of gigs in Octo- together the military ber, with the military c o m m u n i t y O c t . 1 2 crowd on JBSA-Fort and 13. Sam Houston being Brig. Gen. Theresa one of his favorites. C. Carter, Commander, “This is a great 502nd Air Base Wing event. We look forward and Joint Base San to coming back next Antonio, kicked off the year,” Haag said. two-day event with the Sgt. Jenise William- traditional tapping of son and her husband, the keg. retired Staff Sgt. David Five-year-old Lil- Williamson, shared a liann Witcher danced funnel cake and remi- Kylah Dubay and her fellow Three-year-old Emma McCarthy the Hokey Pokey with nisced of their days in Cadence Cloggers ener- dances to the music of the Bo- her dad, Spec. Jason Germany. gized the crowd with their hemian Dutchmen, showing off Witcher. The two en- “We just got back fancy footwork. her traditional dirndl. Photos by Deyanira Romo Rossell joyed the tunes of the from Germany six (From left) 502nd Mission Support Group Command Sgt. Maj. Donald J. Free- Bohemian Dutchmen. months ago. We love pink stuffed puppies, everyone going home man, 502nd Mission Support Group Commander Col. John Lamoureux and “We’re having a this,” Williamson said. bags of kettle corn with a great memory Brig. Gen. Theresa C. Carter, commander, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base great time,” said Oktoberfest revel- and commemora- of the annual German San Antonio, toast to Oktoberfest 2012. Witcher, who spent ers took home giant tive beer boots, with celebration.

ARNORTH from P6 the logistical requirements honors platoon as part of “The McClellan saddle important in this detail here for at least a year.” of moving the horses and the ground team. About was designed by Gen. because you can’t control Currently, all of the to the military service caissons. There was, how- five months ago, the George McClellan and two horses until you can Soldiers in the caisson member or veteran. ever, one exception. caisson platoon asked for was used by the Army control one,” Sandoval platoon are male, but “If the service member “When Sgt. Maj. Wil- volunteers and I volun- as their cavalry saddle said. that may change. died on active duty, re- liam Wooldridge, the teered.” through World War II,” Historically, only infan- “Historically, all caisson gardless of rank, they are first Sergeant Major of Sandoval, like most of Sandoval said. “I have try Soldiers were part of platoon members here entitled to be buried with the Army, died in March his fellow caisson Soldiers, been told by people who the honors and caisson and at the Old Guard full military honors with a of this year, we sent the had no prior experience have ridden other types platoons; however, many have been men because caisson,” said Sgt. Jimmy caisson and horses to his with horses. He did, how- of saddles, that McClel- of the Soldiers currently the platoon was made Sandoval, Fort Sam Hous- funeral at Fort Bliss,” ever, spend two months lans are very uncomfort- serving in the platoon up of infantry Soldiers,” ton Caisson Platoon. Sandoval said. “All of our learning to ride the horses able.” represent a wide variety Sandoval said. “If they are a retired horses are named after before he moved on to Once he was com- of military jobs. “However, we currently veteran, they are entitled former Sergeants Major controlling the caisson. fortable on the horse, “A lot of the Soldiers have Soldiers in other to full military honors and of the Army, so it was “My initial training con- he started learning the we have had in the mili- military occupational a caisson if they are a ser- fitting that they pull the sisted of learning to give different parts of caisson tary funeral platoon were specialties so it is pos- geant major or a colonel caisson.” commands and control the control. 90-day augmentees, and sible that we will have or general. All others are Many of the Soldiers horse,” he said. “Once I Four to six horses, they represent a variety female caisson riders. authorized a two-person assigned to the military was comfortable with that, harnessed in pairs, are of MOSs,” Mathai said. The important thing is uniformed detail to pres- funeral honors and cais- I moved onto horseman- used to pull a caisson. Right now, none of the that the Soldier is com- ent the burial flag to the son platoons came here as ship and different riding However, only the near members of the caisson fortable around horses.” next of kin and a bugler.” part of a compassionate styles.” or left-hand horses are platoon are augmentees, Regardless of military While the honors pla- reassignment. The Soldiers riding style ridden so the rider has to but are assigned Soldiers. specialty, serving as a toon provides Soldiers for “I arrived two-and-a- is not the relaxed style control not only the horse “It takes a while to representative of Fort military funerals across half years ago as part of of someone going on a he is riding but the one train someone to ride a Sam Houston and the south Texas, the caissons a compassionate reas- pleasure ride. on the right of him as horse and control a cais- Army fills the Soldiers are only used for funer- signment for my son,” They learn to sit erect, well, which is known as son,” Sandoval said. “All with a sense of pride. als at Fort Sam Houston Sandoval said. “I started in a forward position on a the “off horse.” of the Soldiers assigned “It is a truly honorable National Cemetery due to in the military funeral McClellan saddle. “Horsemanship is to the caisson platoon are detail,” Mathai said. OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 17

home game dedicated Cole Cougars FSHISD Weekly Campus ‘Pink Friday’ is personal to pink,” she said. Activities Oct. 22-27 “ A n d P i n k F r i d a y football romps began.” for Cole teacher The fight for a cure Fort Sam Houston acter Counts Assembly, 9 to 9:45 for breast cancer is in first win Elementary School a.m. in cafeteria. By Robert Hoffmann be given this year to a year-round effort In a game at Cole Sta- Oct. 22 Picture retakes Cole High School the American Cancer at Fort Sam Houston dium Oct. 12, the Robert G. Red Ribbon Week: “I Care About Oct. 26 Society. Independent School Cole High School Cougars Me and Promise to be Drug Red Ribbon Week: “Drugs are While the Cole High “The NFL wears District. varsity football team domi- Free.” Wear red. Ridiculous.” Wear mismatched School varsity football pink the entire month The district routinely nated the Brooks Academy Oct. 23 outfits, crazy hair and crazy team romped to their of October in obser- enters several teams Bengals 40-0. Red Ribbon Week: “Team Up socks (school appropriate and first victory of the vance of breast cancer in San Antonio’s an- The win was the Cougars’ Against Drugs.” Wear your dress code still applies). season Oct. 12, to one awareness. I won- nual springtime Komen first in District 15-2A and favorite team jersey. dedicated Cole teacher dered if we could do Race for the Cure and first overall win this season. Oct. 24 Robert G. Cole Middle and it was much more than something to support Cole’s Junior ROTC Jacob Kelly rushed for Red Ribbon Week: “My Character High School that … it was a con- this effort,” Knight has provided the color 165 yards with three touch- Counts Toward Being Drug Free.” Oct. 22 tinuation of a personal said when asked what guard, saber guard, downs. drive to end cancer. inspired her to begin and set-up and clean- PreK/kindergarten wear purple MS Volleyball vs. Brooks Academy Jerrod Scott, Romelio For the third con- the tradition of Pink up detail for the race for “Citizen;” first grade wear at Cole, 5/6 p.m. Davis and Patrick Height secutive year, longtime Friday. for the past decade. orange for “Fairness;” second Oct. 23 also added scores, as the Cole special education “For me, participat- District teams also Cougars rolled up 348 yards grade wear yellow for “Respect;” JV/V Volleyball vs. Dilley at Cole, teacher Angela Knight ing is personal. My participate in the San on the ground. third grade wear red for: “Car- 5/6 p.m. spearheaded “Pink mother had breast can- Antonio Rock and Roll Now 1-2 in district play, ing;” fourth and fifth grade wear Oct. 25 Friday” at a Cougars cer and the treatment Marathon in support the Cougars face the 4-2 blue for “Trustworthiness;” and Picture retakes home football game. was worse than the of the Susan G. Komen George West Longhorns at administration wear green for Oct. 26 Through her ef- disease,” Knight added. Foundation. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19 in George “Responsibility.” Movie night provided by Project forts, almost $2,000 “I lost a niece this year “I believe our efforts West. Oct. 25 Graduation, HS Mall area has been donated to to breast cancer. She are part of the solu- Red Ribbon Week: “The Choices Oct. 27 the Susan G. Komen fought for seven years. tion in finding a cure, (Source: Fort Sam Hous- We Make Today Effect Tomorrow.” Fall musical rehearsals at Mosely Foundation in the last “So, it’s personal. or maybe just helping ton Independent School Wear a college T-shirt. Gym, 1 to 3 p.m. two years, and an I asked if we, as a someone in their fight District) Environmental Command Char- estimated $1,000 will school, could have one for life,” Knight said. PAGE 18 NEWS LEADER OCTOBER 19, 2012

Sam Houston Army Career & Alumni to civilian employment. Available ages 6-18 and $3 for adults. Call 41st Combat Support Program will hold a Joint Base San Program office, Building 2263 in dates are Oct. 24-26, Oct. 31-Nov. 221-3502. Hospital Reunion Antonio Special Olympics from 9 room B-100. Call 221-1213 to 2, Nov. 14-16 and Dec. 5-7 or Former members of the 41st CSH a.m. to noon Nov. 3 on JBSA-Fort reserve a seat. 12-14. Classes meet 8 a.m. to Doggie Dip are invited for a picnic reunion noon Sam Houston. For more information THE GATE 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-noon, JBSA-Fort to 5 p.m. Oct. 27 at Salado Creek or to volunteer, call 221-2962. Couponing and 8-11 a.m. Friday. The seminar Sam Houston Aquatic Center, Build- Park on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. Walk Challenge Oct. 22, 2-4 p.m., Roadrunner covers multiple employment- ing 3300 on Williams Road. Free hot Cost is $25 per person. Call 916- Free Tops in Blue Army Health Promotions is Community Center, Building 2797, related topics presented by the dogs and drinks for pet owners and 9527, 269-2150 or 654-3264 for Concert Tickets challenging people to walk twice call 221-2380. Texas Workforce Commission. A treats for dogs. Call 221-1718. more information. Joint Base San Antonio is hosting a week for 30 minutes. Group DD Form 2648 must be completed “Listen,” a free Tops in Blue show 4 walking sessions are 3:20-4:50 p.m. HUGS Playgroup before attending the class. Dress Operation Rising Star Auditions Gospel Music Fest p.m. Nov. 4 at the Laurie Audito- Mondays and Fridays at the Medical Oct. 23, 9-11 a.m., Middle School code is civilian attire. The TAP Auditions are now open for Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m., Dodd Field rium. Seating is on a first-come, Education & Training Campus Teen Center, Building 2515, call 221- is followed by a veteran benefits singers aspiring to perform in the Chapel, call 241-1713 or 382-1978. first-served basis, but patrons must track or 6:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 0349 or 221-2418. briefing, Friday from noon-4 p.m. 2012 Operation Rising Star Oct. have a ticket. Doors will open no Thursdays at San Antonio Military The Veterans Administration offers 26, 7 p.m. at the Sam Houston Access Level 1 earlier than 45 minutes prior to Medical Center outside by the Grab First Termer life-long VA benefits. Call 221- Community Center, Building 1395. Oct. 30, 8 a.m.-noon, Roadrunner show time. Tickets are available at n Go tables, by the Tower North. Call Financial Readiness 1213 to reserve a seat. The contestants will first sing a Community Center, Building 2797, JBSA-Randolph ITT in the Community 221-1131, 295-2399 or 295-2538 Oct. 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dodd cappella in front of a three-judge call 221-2518 or 221-2705. Services Mall, Building 895; JBSA- for information. Field Chapel, call 221-2380. Unit Trauma Training panel. The judges will select the Lackland’s ITT office, Building 5505 Oct. 24, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Roadrun- top five finalists who will then sing Access Level 2 and the Sam Houston Community Family Readiness Support Pre-Deployment ner Community Center, Building with an accompaniment. For this Oct. 31, 8 a.m.-noon, Roadrunner Center, Building 1395. Ticket-holders Assistant/Family Readiness Planning Training 2797, call 221-1829 or 221-0946. second round, there will be a 50/50 Community Center, Building 2797, must be seated by 3:40 p.m. Those Group Forum Oct. 23, 10 a.m.-noon, Roadrun- split vote between the judges and call 221-2518 or 221-2705. without tickets will be allowed to Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., ner Community Center, Building Armed Forces Team the audience. The second and third enter at this time. Roadrunner Community Center, 2797, call 221-1829 or 221-0946. Building Level 1 place winners locally receive $250 Halloween Carnival Building 2797, call 221-1829 or Oct. 24 and 25, 8:30 a.m.-2:45 and $100, respectively. The first Oct. 31, 4-5:30 p.m., School Age Employment Search Orientation 221-0946. Making the Most of Your Money p.m., Installation Chaplain Training place winner at the JBSA-Fort Sam Services, Building 1703. Wear your Nov. 9, 1-3 p.m., Roadrunner Oct. 23, 2-4 p.m., Roadrunner Room, Building 2530, call 221-0918. Houston competition receives $500. costume and enjoy carnival games, Community Center, Building 2797, First Termer Community Center, Building 2797, The video of their performance will dancing and treats. Call 221-3381. call 221-0516. Financial Readiness call 221-1612. Haunted House be judged among other winners Oct. 19, 10 a.m.-noon, Roadrun- The Youth Center haunted house worldwide, with only 12 contestants Excel Level 1 Friday Night Jazz & Wine ner Community Center, Building Transition Assistance Program will open, Oct. 19-20 and 26-27, selected for the finals. The 2012 Nov. 1, 8 a.m.-noon, Roadrunner Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m. at the Historic 2797, call 221-2380. Employment Workshop 6:30-10:30 p.m. and on Halloween, grand prize winner receives $1,000 Community Center, Building 2797, Fort Sam Houston Theatre featuring JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Army Oct. 31, 6-9:30 p.m. at the Youth and a trip for two to Los Angeles call 221-2518 or 221-2705. American jazz, blues and funk Troops to Teachers Briefing Career & Alumni Program holds Center, Building 1630. Casper’s Fun for a professional recording studio saxophonist Ronnie Laws and Swiss- A representative from “Troops to several 2-1/2 day Transition House will be open for the little ones. experience, valuing $18,000. For Joint Base San Antonio born jazz pianist and composer Alex Teachers” will conduct a workshop Assistance Program seminars to The cost will be $1 for children 5 more information, call 221-4016. Special Olympics 1-3 p.m. Oct. 19 at the JBSA-Fort help military personnel transition and under, $2 for children and youth The Exceptional Family Member See INSIDE, P19

NEWS BRIEFS from P6 18 and 49 years of age and be a appointments are limited and only placed the walk-in customer services Edwards Aquifer Level Department of Defense beneficiary. offered certain days of the week. For at its main ID Card/CAC issuance in feet above sea level as of Oct. 17 in the ranks of senior airman During the study, applicants will more information, call 808-3736 or facilities with an all-day appoint- * through master sergeant who are complete an interview and diary, 808-3735. ment-only process for all military CURRENT LEVEL = 649.0' interested in filling Military Training have blood drawn twice, make two members, retirees, dependents, civil *determines JBSA water conservation stage Instructor positions at the 433rd visits over a one-month period and JBSA-FSH Voting service employees and contractor Normal - above 660' Stage III - 642' Training Squadron, Joint Base San be supplied with the nasal vaccina- Assistance Office customers. Appointment times are Stage I - 660' Stage IV - 640.5' Antonio-Lackland Air Force Base. The tion. There is a payment of $25 for The Joint Base San Antonio-Fort 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Stage II - 650' Stage V - 637' 433rd TRS is looking for high-quality each blood draw. To apply, or for Sam Houston Voting Assistance Of- Friday, scheduled in 20-minute Airmen to fill 76 MTI vacancies. Re- more information, call 916-6014. fice is open and available to provide intervals. Changes to existing ID For water restrictions, visit http:\\www.502abw.af.mil. quirements include excellent military information and resources to military Card/CAC and DEERS services only image and appearance, minimum Budge Dental Clinic and civilian personnel and their affect the main DEERS ID Card/CAC VISIT NEWS LEADER ONLINE: HTTP://WWW.JBSA.AF.MIL OR fitness score of 75 (must be within Hours Change family members about the 2012 issuance facilities at these locations: last six months), ability to speak Walk-in exams at the Budge elections. The office also assists vot- 502nd Force Support Squadron, HTTP://WWW.SAMHOUSTON. ARMY.MIL/PAO clearly, Total Active Federal Military Dental Clinic, located at 3145 ers in registering. The office is open Building 367, JBSA-Fort Sam Hous- Service less than 15 years, minimum Garden Ave., Building 1278, are from from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at ton, 221-0415; 802nd Force Support Weekly Weather Watch score of 49 in general area on Armed 6 to 10 and noon to 2 p.m. Mondays Building 2263, 1706 Stanley Road. Squadron, Building 5616, JBSA- Services Vocational Aptitude Bat- through Fridays. Sick call is from 6 Call 221-1424 for more informa- Lackland, 671-4178; and 902nd Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 20 Oct 21 Oct 22 Oct 23 tery. Call 671-7975/7336 for more to 10 and noon to 3 p.m. weekdays. tion. People can also contact their Force Support Squadron, Building San Antonio information. The clinic is open from 6 a.m. to 3 unit voting assistance officer. For 399, JBSA-Randolph, 652-1845. p.m., and closed for lunch from 11 additional information on voting in Customers can schedule appoint- Texas 81° 83° 84° 87° 85° 82° Sunny Sunny Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy AM Clouds/PM Sun Partly Cloudy Nasal influenza research study a.m. to noon weekdays. There are Texas, outside of Texas and absentee ments at any of these facilities by Brooke Army Medical Center is department and clinic meetings from voting, go to http://www.fvap.gov. visiting https://rapids-appointments. Kabul enrolling people for a self-admin- noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays. People dmdc.osd.mil/ or calling to set up an Afghanistan istered nasal influenza feasibility may now call to schedule an exam/ All-Day Appointments appointment. 69° 63° 65° 62° 65° 66° Sunny Partly Cloudy Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny study. Male and female applicants prophylaxis appointment in place of for CAC/ID Cards (Source: The Weather Channel at www.weather.com) should be in good health, between a walk-in exam. These combination The 502nd Air Base Wing re- OCTOBER 19, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 19

open 5-8 p.m. Oct. 31. Children age couraged to attend. Call 221-0584 12 and younger and special-needs or 889-8212. Chapel Worship Schedule individuals of all ages can wear PROTESTANT SERVICES 11:05 a.m., Monday through Friday their more-delightful-than-frightful Foster a Puppy Main Post (Gift) Chapel Main Post (Gift) Chapel THE GATE Halloween costumes and go trick- The Department of Defense dog Building 2200, 1605 Wilson Way Building 2200, 1605 Wilson Way or-treating while they enjoy the breeding program needs families 8 and 11 a.m. - Traditional 11:30 a.m., Monday through Friday Gardening for Wildlife Seminar 25-acre theme park and all the to foster puppies for three months. Dodd Field Chapel Saturday Green Spaces Alliance will spon- attractions that are accessible to Potential foster families need time Building 1721, 3600 Dodd Blvd. Main Post (Gift) Chapel 8:30 a.m. - Samoan 4:45 p.m. – Reconciliation FOR SALE: Micro oven: $30, sor a Gardening for Wildlife seminar everyone. For more information, visit and patience to raise a puppy age 9 a.m.-noon Oct. 20 at Denver http://www.MorgansWonderland. 12 weeks to six months, a stimulat- 10:30 a.m. - Gospel 5:30 p.m. - Evening Mass wood bookshelf: 3x5 ft: $35, Heights Community Garden, 300 com. ing and safe home environment Army Medical Department Sunday metal 4-draw filing cabinet, Porter St. Participants will have an and a desire to help raise a military Regimental Chapel 8 a.m. - Morning Mass, AMEDD beige: $35, single bed, frame opportunity to assemble a nesting Van Autreve Sergeants working dog. Call 671-3686 for Building 1398, 3545 Garden Ave. 8:30 a.m. - Morning Mass, BAMC and headboard: $50, dresser: box and plant species appropriate Major Association more information. 9:20 a.m. - 32nd Medical Brigade 9:30 a.m. - Morning Mass, MPC 40 and much more items for for attracting butterflies. There is a The SMA Leon L. Van Autreve Collective Service 11:30 a.m. - Morning Mass, BAMC sale. Contact 241-1291 or (512) $5 admission fee, register at http:// Sergeants Major Association meets Dinosaur Stampede Brooke Army Medical 12:30 p.m. - Morning Mass, DFC 943-2314. www.greensatx.org. at 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of The San Antonio Botanical Center Chapel JEWISH SERVICES each month at the Longhorn Café, Garden, 555 Funston, will feature Building 3600, 8 p.m. - Jewish Worship, FOR SALE: Graco high chair with Halloween at 1003 Rittiman Rd. All active duty, a life-size dinosaur exhibit through 3851 Roger Brooke Rd. Friday, MPC removable pad and tray, $20. Morgan’s Wonderland Reserve, National Guard and retired Dec. 31. Visit http://www.sabot.org 10 a.m. - Traditional 8:30 p.m. - Oneg Shabbat, Contact 495-2296. Morgan’s Wonderland will be sergeants major are invited and en- for more information. Evans Auditorium Friday, MPC Building 1396, 1396 Garden Ave. 11:01 - Contemporary ISLAMIC SERVICE INSIDE from P18 and Dec. 29, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dis- Home Child Care a.m. at the Keith A. Campbell Memo- “Crossroads” 1:30 p.m. – Jummah, count tickets are also available for Providers Needed rial Library, Building 1222 on Harney Friday, AMEDD Bugnon. Laws is one of the original the Nutcracker, Dec. 21, 7:30 p.m., Family Child Care on JBSA-Fort Path. Call 221-4702. CATHOLIC SERVICES members of Earth, Wind and Fire Dec. 22, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sam Houston is looking for family Daily Mass LATTER DAY SAINTS SERVICES and Bugnon will be joined by special Dec. 23, 2 p.m. The ticket office also members interested in providing Thrift Shop Open Brooke Army Medical Center Chapel 1 p.m. - LDS Worship, Sunday, guest musician Jeffery Smith. Doors has discount tickets for Disney on Ice licensed child care in their homes. The Thrift Shop at 3100 Zinn Building 3600, AMEDD open and cocktail hour begins at “Rockin’ Everafter,” April 10-14. For Providers can earn additional income Road, run by the Spouses’ Club 3851 Roger Brooke Rd. 7 p.m. Open to DOD ID cardhold- more information, call 226-1663. at home, full or part time. For more of the Fort Sam Houston Area, is For worship opportunities of faith groups not listed here, ers and their guests. Tickets are information, call 221-3828. open and full of clothing, shoes, please visit the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Chaplain’s website at available for purchase at https:// JBSA-Camp Bullis housewares, toys, books, furniture, http://www.samhouston.army.mil/chaplain. einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim. Sportsman Range Parent Central jewelry and more. There is currently cfm?i=128924&k=03634A007953. The range is open Saturdays- Customer Service Hours a summer blowout sale with many Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., beginning Parent Central will assist walk-in items marked half off. The shop Armed Forces Action Plan Oct. 6. DOD card holders may patrons from 8 a.m.-noon and 2-4 also has Halloween costumes and testing at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, Credit Union, Stanley Road, in the The Armed Force Action Plan shoot their personal pistols, rifles p.m. for registration and 12:30-1 ladies formal wear. Store hours are call 221-0852. conference room. Call 916-3406 or Conference will be held Nov. 13-16. and shotguns. Firearms must be p.m. for out processing and pay- Wednesday, Thursday and the third 221-8785 or visit http://powertalkin- People can submit issues and/ registered at JBSA-Camp Bullis. The ments. Call 221-4871. Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. Basic Skills Education Program ternational.com/. or volunteer to participate in this range may close unexpectedly be- to 2 p.m. Consigned items are taken Classes are Monday-Friday 7:30 annual event. To submit an issue, cause of weather or troop use. Range Before and After those same days from 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for a period of 14 Future Speakers on the Horizon email [email protected]. Call users should call before coming out School Care Registration p.m. Donations are taken anytime working days. Service members Enjoy food and develop public 221-2336 for more information. for target practice. Call 295-7577. Register your child, grades K-12, during regular business hours. will receive instruction in reading speaking and leadership skills the for before and after school care at Consignment of fall items begins comprehension, vocabulary, and second and fourth Wednesday of “On Golden Pond” Hunting Season at Parent Central, 221-4871. Warriors Oct. 17. For more information, call math skills. The class is designed each month, noon-1 p.m. at the Joint at the Harlequin JBSA-Camp Bullis in Transition and their family mem- 221-5794/4537 or click on http:// to teach basic college preparatory Program Management Office, Build- Through Nov. 17, Thursdays, Archery hunting season for deer bers should register at Soldier Family www.scfsh.com. skills to service members with a GT ing 4196. Call 295-4921. Fridays at Saturdays at the Harlequin is open Friday-Sunday, 5:30 a.m. Assistance, Building 3936, Acubo score less than 110. Call 221-1738 Dinner Theatre, Building 2652, until dark at JBSA-Camp Bullis. Barracks or call 916-6377. Registra- Air Force Education and to enroll. Sergeant Audie Murphy Club Harney Road. Call 222-9694 for Hunters must have preselected tion is ongoing until full. Training Office The SMA Leon L. Van Autreve reservations. permit to hunt deer. Scouting of The 502nd Force Support Squad- Stilwell House Chapter of the Sergeant Audie preselected hunting areas continues. School Liaison Office ron Education and Training Office The JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Murphy Club meets the last Thurs- JBSA- Fort Sam Houston Call 295-7577. The School Liaison Office can offers a variety of military testing, Stilwell House, a historic landmark day of each month, noon-1 p.m. Ticket Office Fall Hours assist patrons in registration, provide including Professional Military Edu- since 1888, is open for tours, recep- at the Army Medical Department Open Tuesday through Friday, Theater Arts Program information about the local school cation, Career Development Courses tions and parties. The Stilwell House Museum. All Sergeant Audie Murphy 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The ticket office will Children, ages 4 and up, can system and community, educate par- and Defense Language Proficiency is managed by the Society for the or Sergeant Morales members are reopen on Saturdays in spring 2013. take the stage after a long day at ents on school policies, procedures, testing. PME Testing is conducted on Preservation of Historic Fort Sam invited and encouraged to attend. Call 226-1663. school in the Theater Arts Program programs and schedules and home Tuesdays, CDC on Wednesdays, and Houston, Inc. a 501(C)(3) corporation Call 221-4424 or 837-9956. at School Age Services, Build- schooling. Call 221-2214/2256 or DLPT on Thursdays. Education and not affiliated with the Department of Discount Tickets for ing1705. The cost is $80 for a month visit http://www.fortsammwr.com/ Training also offers Armed Forces Defense. Call 224-4030 or 655-0577. Retired Enlisted Association Winter Ballets of biweekly classes. Classes are 4-5 youth/slo.html. aptitude testing such as the Armed Chapter 80 of the Retired En- The MWR Ticket Office in the Sam p.m. for ages 4-6, 5-6 p.m. for ages Forces Classification Test and Armed Cloverleaf Communicators Club listed Association meets at 1 p.m. on Houston Community Center, Building 7-10 and 6-7 p.m. for ages 11 and Story Time at the Library Forces Officer Qualification Test. Meetings are held the first the fourth Wednesday of each month 1395, is selling discount tickets for up. Call 221-3381 for information. Preschool children are invited to These tests are scheduled on an as- and third Thursday of every month at the JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club. the Moscow Ballet, Dec. 28, 7 p.m. the weekly story time Thursdays, 10 needed basis. To schedule military 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at San Antonio Call 658-2344 for more information.