RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE 64th Year • No. 12 • MARCH 26, 2010

A publication of the 502nd Air Base Wing – Joint Base San Antonio

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Freedom FlyersReunion Schedule

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By Chief Master Sgt. Robert TappanaAir Education and Training Command command chief

Words are powerful. They take justmoments to speak, but they can echofor lifetimes. How many times have youheard someone say, “What does heknow, he’s just a staff sergeant” or“what can I do – I am only an airman?”I am here to tell you there is no suchthing as “just” a staff sergeant or “only”an airman.

While speaking to an AirmanLeadership School class, I was asked toname the most influential leader in mycareer. I know many generals, evenmore chiefs, and all the living chiefmaster sergeants of the Air Force.Despite this, I chose Staff Sgt. MarkDavila.

I was a master sergeant, working in aspecial duty unit. My career was on thefast track, and I was riding high. Oneafternoon, Sergeant Davila knocked onmy door and asked if we could speakprivately. I assumed he had a problemand was happy that he trusted meenough to ask for help.

Stepping in he said, “SergeantTappana, you have high standards and Ienforce them with our people. I can’t dothat anymore unless you start living bythem again. Are you okay?”

My heart stopped and I asked himwhat he meant. Gently, he pointed atthe mirror on the back of the door andasked me if I’d be happy if one of ourAirmen came in looking like me.

An honest lookbrought an honestanswer, “no.”

My hair was toolong, my uniformand shoes lookedbad, and I lookedworse. What only afew people knewwas that my daugh-ter had been brutal-ly attacked and wasin the middle of asix-month hospitalization. I thought Iwas handling it well, but in reality, Iwas fraying badly around the edges.Determined to make a change, I wenthome, cleaned up, made a mentalhealth appointment and started to getmyself back together.

I might not have thought about itagain, but six months later my chiefasked me for bullets for my enlistedperformance report. When I droppedthem off, he said, “These are great. Thiswill be easy to write. I was worried fora while.”

When I asked what he meant, he out-lined all of the same shortcomingsSergeant Davila previously pointed out.

He was aware but had taken no action.Neither had any of the other peoplesenior to me in the unit. They werewatching and judging, but onlySergeant Davila was leading.

Every good thing that happened inmy career since then has roots in

Sergeant Davila’s actions. My promo-tions to senior master sergeant andchief would not have happened if hehadn’t taken the lead.

Every Airman I have led or helpedsince then is part of his legacy. Let’s notforget the most powerful part of his cri-tique – his last sentence, “Are you OK?”He did not assume I failed because I’dsuddenly become a bad person or was

fatally flawed, heknew there had to bea reason. What abeautiful leadershipmove. He taught mevolumes about howto be a wingman andhow to lead up thechain.

There is no suchthing as “just” or“only” when it comesto our Air Force

team. Don’t discount or devalue thepeople around you with words that limitthem to less than their full potential.More importantly, don’t discount ordevalue yourself. There is no one morepowerful than the person who is doingthe right thing at the right time.

Staff Sgt. Christopher Garcia, Randolphhonor guard member, lays a memorialwreath in front the Missing ManMonument to honor Freedom Flyers at the2009 Freedom Flyer Reunion. For thisyear’s reunion schedule, see page 4.Photo by Steve White

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PAGE 3WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 2 MARCH 26, 2010

COMMENTARY

No such thing as ‘just a staff sergeant’

Photo by Steve ThurowChief Master Sgt. Rob Tappana, Air Education and Training Command command chief,speaks to a group of senior master sergeant selectees during the two-day senior mastersergeant summit at Randolph March 10.

“I thought I was handling it well, but in reality, Iwas fraying badly around the edges. Determined

to make a change, I went home, cleaned up,made a mental health appointment and started

to get myself back together.”

NEWS

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Three Randolph Air Force Base logis-ticians were honored with awards lastweek by the Air Education and TrainingCommand for the outstanding supportthey provided during 2009.

James Williams, 902nd LogisticsReadiness Squadron director, won theGeorge F. Ruestow Logistics ReadinessSenior Civilian Manager of the YearAward; Alfredo Sanchez, 902nd LRSsupervisor-supply management special-ist, won the Air Force MaterielManagement Civilian Supervisor of theYear and Stacy Bell, 902nd LRS trans-

portation assistant, won the Air ForceCivilian Technician of the Year Award.

Ms. Bell was cited for being a premiercounselor in the field of shipping homeand household goods. During last year,she counseled and briefed more than800 Airmen and scheduled over 700moves with no misconsigned or delayedshipments.

“The quality and quantity of her workis always above and beyond reproach,”said Mr. Williams.

Ms. Bell partnered with theRandolph AFB Airman and FamilyReadiness Center, creating a newcom-er’s brief where customers receivedcritical transportation claims informa-tion. She was also recognized forworking with the customer servicesection, helping more than 4,000walk-in customers to be put at easeand given good customer service citedas key to having a smooth move.

AETC recognizes three from 902nd LRSAnnual awards givenfor outstandingperformance, support

Photo by Joel MartinezAlfredo Sanchez, Stacey Bell and James Williams were recognized as 902nd LogisticsReadiness Squadron’s Air Education and Training Command-level award winners.

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Much planning and a team effortfrom the 435th Fighter TrainingSquadron’s Airmen, civilian workersand contractors made the squadron’srecent move from temporary trailerhousing to new quarters in RandolphAir Force Base’s Hangar 6 go smooth-ly, squadron leaders said.

Maj. Mike Pelletier, 435th FTSexecutive officer, gave a lot of creditfor the successful transfer of equip-ment, furniture, electronics and per-sonnel to the squadron’s office man-ager, Katrina Scott.

“Kat was the focal point,” the majorsaid. “She had the most corporate knowledgeof where everything needed to be. When all wassaid and done, because of her efforts, the furniturearrived on time and people were able to plug theirphones and computers in at our new location andeverything worked right.”

The bulk of the move occurred March 12, MajorPelletier explained. He said Ms. Scott saw to it thatessential equipment, such as computers, phones,

radios, the operations area, deskand associated equipment, thesquadron’s command suite and keypersonnel were in place in Hangar 6by that time, when, as he said, “awhole bunch of jets were launched”on cross-country flights without los-ing any flying time.

Major Pelletier also gave creditto his assistant deputy of opera-tions, Maj. Bryan France, forassembling a group of nine stu-dent pilots to have them assist inmoving squadron equipment andmaterials to their new location.

“Starting at 6 a.m. that day, theyworked their rear-ends off with

smiles on their faces, doing tasks likehanging pictures on the walls after put-

ting up strings to make sure pictures were linedup right,” Major France commented.

Majors France and Pelletier also recognized thesquadron’s aircrew flight equipment supervisor, MarioRios, and his three technicians, for setting up the shop’sspaces and equipment – flight helmets, survival gear,testing equipment, lockers and shelving and desks, pluselectronics and computers – after putting in a lot of

plumbing themselves – over the weekend following theMarch 12 move.

Mr. Rios gave credit to his three technicians forhis shop’s successful move. “These guys are awe-some,” he said.

Nick Alino, Air Force Center for Engineering andEnvironment construction project manager, said theentire move to and construction of the squadron’s newquarters cost about $4 million from the full designphase to finish.

“The design phase started in early 2008 and the con-struction contract was awarded in February of 2009,”Mr. Alino added. “About 100 contractors and subcon-tractors participated altogether from the design phasethrough the move.”

He added the squadron’s new quarters in Hangar6 were about 80 years old and needed a lot of work.The roof of the lean-to portion at the new hangarquarters had to be replaced and contractors had toreinforce that portion of the building with a lot ofsteel backing.

“The renovated areas are pretty solid,” Mr. Alinosaid. “If a plane hits them, it’s not going to win.”

“The entire infrastructure is basically new and thebuilding is very well-insulated,” he added.“Everything’s very convenient here. The airplanes wefly are now straight out of the building’s back door.”

See AWARDS P5

Team planning, effort behind squadron’s move to new quarters

By Chief Master Sgt. Robert TappanaAir Education and Training Command command chief

Words are powerful. They take justmoments to speak, but they can echofor lifetimes. How many times have youheard someone say, “What does heknow, he’s just a staff sergeant” or“what can I do – I am only an airman?”I am here to tell you there is no suchthing as “just” a staff sergeant or “only”an airman.

While speaking to an AirmanLeadership School class, I was asked toname the most influential leader in mycareer. I know many generals, evenmore chiefs, and all the living chiefmaster sergeants of the Air Force.Despite this, I chose Staff Sgt. MarkDavila.

I was a master sergeant, working in aspecial duty unit. My career was on thefast track, and I was riding high. Oneafternoon, Sergeant Davila knocked onmy door and asked if we could speakprivately. I assumed he had a problemand was happy that he trusted meenough to ask for help.

Stepping in he said, “SergeantTappana, you have high standards and Ienforce them with our people. I can’t dothat anymore unless you start living bythem again. Are you okay?”

My heart stopped and I asked himwhat he meant. Gently, he pointed atthe mirror on the back of the door andasked me if I’d be happy if one of ourAirmen came in looking like me.

An honest lookbrought an honestanswer, “no.”

My hair was toolong, my uniformand shoes lookedbad, and I lookedworse. What only afew people knewwas that my daugh-ter had been brutal-ly attacked and wasin the middle of asix-month hospitalization. I thought Iwas handling it well, but in reality, Iwas fraying badly around the edges.Determined to make a change, I wenthome, cleaned up, made a mentalhealth appointment and started to getmyself back together.

I might not have thought about itagain, but six months later my chiefasked me for bullets for my enlistedperformance report. When I droppedthem off, he said, “These are great. Thiswill be easy to write. I was worried fora while.”

When I asked what he meant, he out-lined all of the same shortcomingsSergeant Davila previously pointed out.

He was aware but had taken no action.Neither had any of the other peoplesenior to me in the unit. They werewatching and judging, but onlySergeant Davila was leading.

Every good thing that happened inmy career since then has roots in

Sergeant Davila’s actions. My promo-tions to senior master sergeant andchief would not have happened if hehadn’t taken the lead.

Every Airman I have led or helpedsince then is part of his legacy. Let’s notforget the most powerful part of his cri-tique – his last sentence, “Are you OK?”He did not assume I failed because I’dsuddenly become a bad person or was

fatally flawed, heknew there had to bea reason. What abeautiful leadershipmove. He taught mevolumes about howto be a wingman andhow to lead up thechain.

There is no suchthing as “just” or“only” when it comesto our Air Force

team. Don’t discount or devalue thepeople around you with words that limitthem to less than their full potential.More importantly, don’t discount ordevalue yourself. There is no one morepowerful than the person who is doingthe right thing at the right time.

Staff Sgt. Christopher Garcia, Randolphhonor guard member, lays a memorialwreath in front the Missing ManMonument to honor Freedom Flyers at the2009 Freedom Flyer Reunion. For thisyear’s reunion schedule, see page 4.Photo by Steve White

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Randolph AFB, Texas 78150Phone: (210) 652-5760

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San Antonio, Texas 78210Phone: (210) 534-8848

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502nd Air Base WingOperating Location Bravo

Editorial StaffBrig. Gen. Leonard Patrick

Commander1st Lt. Ryan Ernst

OL-B Deputy Chief of Public AffairsSenior Airman Katie Hickerson

EditorRobert GoetzSean BowlinStaff Writers

Maggie ArmstrongGraphic Designer

WINGSPREAD

This paper is published by Prime Time Military Newspapers, aprivate firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, underexclusive written contract with Randolph AFB, Texas. This com-mercial enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publica-tion for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of theWingspread are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsedby, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or theDepartment of the Air Force.

The appearance of advertising in this publication, includinginserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by theDepartment of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or PrimeTime Military Newspapers of the products or services advertised.

Everything advertised in this publication shall be made avail-able for purchase, use or patronage without regard to the race,color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical ormental handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factorof the purchaser, user, or patron.

Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the PublicAffairs Division of the 502nd Air Base Wing OL-B in accordancewith local policy and style guidance. All photos, unless otherwiseindicated, are U.S. Air Force photos.

Articles for the newspaper should be submitted by noonThursday the week prior to the desired publication date. Items canbe dropped off on a PC- or Macintosh-formatted disk at theWingspread office in Hangar 6.

Articles for submission may also be sent by e-mail tonews@randolph.af.mil.

For details about submissions, call 652-5760.

ON THE COVER

PAGE 3WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 2 MARCH 26, 2010

COMMENTARY

No such thing as ‘just a staff sergeant’

Photo by Steve ThurowChief Master Sgt. Rob Tappana, Air Education and Training Command command chief,speaks to a group of senior master sergeant selectees during the two-day senior mastersergeant summit at Randolph March 10.

“I thought I was handling it well, but in reality, Iwas fraying badly around the edges. Determined

to make a change, I went home, cleaned up,made a mental health appointment and started

to get myself back together.”

NEWS

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Three Randolph Air Force Base logis-ticians were honored with awards lastweek by the Air Education and TrainingCommand for the outstanding supportthey provided during 2009.

James Williams, 902nd LogisticsReadiness Squadron director, won theGeorge F. Ruestow Logistics ReadinessSenior Civilian Manager of the YearAward; Alfredo Sanchez, 902nd LRSsupervisor-supply management special-ist, won the Air Force MaterielManagement Civilian Supervisor of theYear and Stacy Bell, 902nd LRS trans-

portation assistant, won the Air ForceCivilian Technician of the Year Award.

Ms. Bell was cited for being a premiercounselor in the field of shipping homeand household goods. During last year,she counseled and briefed more than800 Airmen and scheduled over 700moves with no misconsigned or delayedshipments.

“The quality and quantity of her workis always above and beyond reproach,”said Mr. Williams.

Ms. Bell partnered with theRandolph AFB Airman and FamilyReadiness Center, creating a newcom-er’s brief where customers receivedcritical transportation claims informa-tion. She was also recognized forworking with the customer servicesection, helping more than 4,000walk-in customers to be put at easeand given good customer service citedas key to having a smooth move.

AETC recognizes three from 902nd LRSAnnual awards givenfor outstandingperformance, support

Photo by Joel MartinezAlfredo Sanchez, Stacey Bell and James Williams were recognized as 902nd LogisticsReadiness Squadron’s Air Education and Training Command-level award winners.

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Much planning and a team effortfrom the 435th Fighter TrainingSquadron’s Airmen, civilian workersand contractors made the squadron’srecent move from temporary trailerhousing to new quarters in RandolphAir Force Base’s Hangar 6 go smooth-ly, squadron leaders said.

Maj. Mike Pelletier, 435th FTSexecutive officer, gave a lot of creditfor the successful transfer of equip-ment, furniture, electronics and per-sonnel to the squadron’s office man-ager, Katrina Scott.

“Kat was the focal point,” the majorsaid. “She had the most corporate knowledgeof where everything needed to be. When all wassaid and done, because of her efforts, the furniturearrived on time and people were able to plug theirphones and computers in at our new location andeverything worked right.”

The bulk of the move occurred March 12, MajorPelletier explained. He said Ms. Scott saw to it thatessential equipment, such as computers, phones,

radios, the operations area, deskand associated equipment, thesquadron’s command suite and keypersonnel were in place in Hangar 6by that time, when, as he said, “awhole bunch of jets were launched”on cross-country flights without los-ing any flying time.

Major Pelletier also gave creditto his assistant deputy of opera-tions, Maj. Bryan France, forassembling a group of nine stu-dent pilots to have them assist inmoving squadron equipment andmaterials to their new location.

“Starting at 6 a.m. that day, theyworked their rear-ends off with

smiles on their faces, doing tasks likehanging pictures on the walls after put-

ting up strings to make sure pictures were linedup right,” Major France commented.

Majors France and Pelletier also recognized thesquadron’s aircrew flight equipment supervisor, MarioRios, and his three technicians, for setting up the shop’sspaces and equipment – flight helmets, survival gear,testing equipment, lockers and shelving and desks, pluselectronics and computers – after putting in a lot of

plumbing themselves – over the weekend following theMarch 12 move.

Mr. Rios gave credit to his three technicians forhis shop’s successful move. “These guys are awe-some,” he said.

Nick Alino, Air Force Center for Engineering andEnvironment construction project manager, said theentire move to and construction of the squadron’s newquarters cost about $4 million from the full designphase to finish.

“The design phase started in early 2008 and the con-struction contract was awarded in February of 2009,”Mr. Alino added. “About 100 contractors and subcon-tractors participated altogether from the design phasethrough the move.”

He added the squadron’s new quarters in Hangar6 were about 80 years old and needed a lot of work.The roof of the lean-to portion at the new hangarquarters had to be replaced and contractors had toreinforce that portion of the building with a lot ofsteel backing.

“The renovated areas are pretty solid,” Mr. Alinosaid. “If a plane hits them, it’s not going to win.”

“The entire infrastructure is basically new and thebuilding is very well-insulated,” he added.“Everything’s very convenient here. The airplanes wefly are now straight out of the building’s back door.”

See AWARDS P5

Team planning, effort behind squadron’s move to new quarters

PAGE 5WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 4 MARCH 26, 2010

By Capt. Christine Millette24th Air Force Public Affairs

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE – The Air Force will beimplementing changes in March to services availablefor use on all Air Force-issued BlackBerry handhelddevices to bolster the security of the devices. TheseDepartment of Defense-directed changes will be over-seen by the 24th Air Force, the operational warfightingorganization responsible for defending Air Force net-work operations.

“Just as physical security measures at forward andstateside bases are constantly being improved to meetcurrent threats, so also are cyber protection measurestaken to protect DoD information,” said Maj. Gen.Richard Webber, 24th Air Force commander.

The Air Force mission depends on the availability,integrity and confidentiality of information systemsinterconnected through cyberspace. Adversaries areconstantly seeking to find and exploit potential vulnera-bilities of these vital information systems. All Air Forcepersonnel are responsible for safeguarding these sys-tems, and improvements in network security proce-dures help them to do so.

The following configuration changes will be imple-mented within the month of March:

• Users will no longer have the capability to send orreceive text messages with attached photos or videos.Text-only messaging will remain enabled.• If a device is being synched and its software is out-of-date, a “Force Load” message will appear. The userwill only have one opportunity to decline updating thesoftware. Any subsequent syncing attempts will renderthe device inoperative until the software is updated.• Users will not be able to download additionalapplications to their devices over the Internet.• Most Bluetooth functionality will be disabled. Theonly Bluetooth feature that will continue to functionwill be linking the device to the smart card reader cra-dle.• Users will no longer be able to connect their smartcard reader cradle to their computers.

Air Force members who have questions about thesechanges can contact their local client support admin-istrators. Personnel who notice abnormal operationsof any communications devices or equipment areencouraged to contact their local information assur-ance officer or CSA.

“Mission assurance is the goal for which all changesare enacted to our network and the services providedwith it – to protect the Air Force, its people, and itscapabilities,” said General Webber.

Air Force implements handheld device changes

Photo Senior Airman Katie HickersonLt. Col. Bruce Smith, 435th Fighter Training Squadroncommander, uses his Air Force-issued BlackBerry.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSToday8:45-11:30 a.m - POW/Freedom FlyerSymposium at base theaterNoon-12:30 p.m. - Wreath-laying ceremony andMissing Man Flyby at Missing Man Monument inWashington Circle5:30 p.m - Cocktails at the Parr O’Club6 p.m - Evening aerial review over the Taj Mahal6:45 p.m - Dining-in mess

Saturday9 a.m. to noon - River Rats’ Golf Tournament12:30 p.m - Shotgun start for golf tournament5:30 p.m - Golf banquet

By Jan SchubertAir Force Village

(Editor’s note: Some names have been changed toprotect privacy.)

Four women, hair tinged in silver, are playingbridge in the Air Force Village lobby and enjoying alively conversation. The women could be sisters, sosimilar in dress and personality and so connected toeach other in discernible friendship.

All have served their country as wives of Air Forceofficers – relocating when required and raising chil-dren alone when their husbands were deployed.Today, they live at Air Force Village, home to morethan 1,200 retired, honorably separated military offi-cers, their spouses, widows, widowers and eligibledependents.

Though three of the women have the financialresources to afford this comfortable, safe and secureretirement lifestyle, the other, Alice, needs financialassistance. She found herself in dire financial con-straints when her husband died after a prolongedbout with cancer. His illness drained their life savingsand when he died, she was forced to sell their hometo pay off medical expenses.

A friend told her about AFV, founded in 1970 with acharitable mission: to provide excellent retirement liv-ing with access to continuing health care for retiredmilitary officers and their spouses while giving priori-ty to retired Air Force officer widows in need of finan-cial assistance. Two active retirement communitycampuses offer independent living; comprehensivehealth care, including assisted living, skilled nursing,dementia care and hospice care; and a fulfilling sociallife.

Alice receives a small pension and Social Security –enough to pay her monthly service fee as a resident in

a small apartment at AFV. But without a savingscushion, she could not afford the entrance fee tobecome a resident.

Because of support from the annual Air ForceAssistance Fund, AFV waived Alice’s entrance fee.Alice paid her own way for six years until she devel-oped Parkinson’s disease and had to move into AFVassisted living to receive the assistance she needs toremain relatively independent. She couldn’t afford theincreased monthly service fee, but was once againhelped with AFAF contributions; Alice now uses hermonthly income to cover the major portion of herservice fee and AFV covers the rest.

The AFAF has supported more than 500 widows atAFV through annual gifts that have exceeded $9 mil-lion over the years. Currently, Air Force Village pro-vides varying levels of support to more than 40 wid-ows.

“Those who give to AFAF are making a difference.These widows who have run out of resources throughno fault of their own can live dignified, comfortablelives. They live in beautiful surroundings, in a lifestylethey have earned, and they have access to health careshould they need it,” said retired Maj. Gen. GaryAlkire, AFV president and CEO.

The AFAF drive continues through April 16. Duringthe annual “Commitment to Caring” campaign,Airmen can contribute to four Air Force charitableorganizations: Air Force Aid Society, AFV, Air ForceEnlisted Village and General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMayFoundation.

Contributions to the AFAF benefit active-duty,Reserve and Guard members, retired Air Force mem-bers, surviving spouses and families. For more infor-mation, contact your unit key worker or Master Sgt.Chad Winkelman, the 502nd Air Base Wing AFAFproject officer, at 808-7563.

AFAF campaign supports Air Force Village

Courtesy photoAir Force Assistance Fund campaign contributions supportthe Air Force Village, a retirement community for more than1,200 retired, honorably separated military officers, theirspouses and eligible dependents.

Fund benefits residents with limited financial resources

Finally, Ms. Bell was praised for rais-ing $5,000 in scholarships for theNational Defense TransportationAssociation while off duty.

“I wouldn’t have been able to volun-teer if I didn’t have great supervisorswho promote that,” she explained.

Mr. Sanchez was lauded for providing“phenomenal” supply flight-mission sup-port.

“There were zero late departures forparts,” Mr. Williams said. He was alsocited for sound management of AETC’s

largest vehicle fleet – 2,876 vehiclesalone valued at $48 million.

“It was the best in the command,” Mr.Williams explained.

Mr. Sanchez was singled out for hav-ing an astounding 96.8 percent vehiclein-commission rate, consistently exceed-ing the AETC standard by 5.3 percent.He was also lauded for providing almosttwo-thirds of vehicles given to his unitfor repair returned and repaired to theirusers within 24 hours, which was 11.2percent above AETC standards. Finally,his excellent money management skillshelped him run a $375,000 repair parts

account that was brought in on-time andwithin budgetary guidelines.

Mr. Sanchez said his award was anhonor which reflected well on the peoplewho work under him.

“I also attribute this award to the pre-vious managers who worked with meand passed down their knowledge tome,” he said.

Mr. Williams, who indirectly overseesMr. Sanchez and Ms. Bell, was called“compliance-focused” by his superiorshis award nomination by earning aTeam Performance Award and six“excellent” ratings during an AETC

inspector general’s operational readi-ness inspection. Additionally, he wascited for saving $130,000 by mentoringand training 58 logisticians throughusing mobile training teams. He wasalso praised for his overall accomplish-ments – leading 180 logisticians in deliv-ering full-spectrum support to fourheadquarters and more than 30 DefenseDepartment-associated units.

Mr. Williams, who said he was hum-bled to receive the award, gave credit tothose who work for him.

“It’s a tribute to the squadron’s out-standing performance,” he concluded.

AWARDS from P3

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By Capt. Christine Millette24th Air Force Public Affairs

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE – The Air Force will beimplementing changes in March to services availablefor use on all Air Force-issued BlackBerry handhelddevices to bolster the security of the devices. TheseDepartment of Defense-directed changes will be over-seen by the 24th Air Force, the operational warfightingorganization responsible for defending Air Force net-work operations.

“Just as physical security measures at forward andstateside bases are constantly being improved to meetcurrent threats, so also are cyber protection measurestaken to protect DoD information,” said Maj. Gen.Richard Webber, 24th Air Force commander.

The Air Force mission depends on the availability,integrity and confidentiality of information systemsinterconnected through cyberspace. Adversaries areconstantly seeking to find and exploit potential vulnera-bilities of these vital information systems. All Air Forcepersonnel are responsible for safeguarding these sys-tems, and improvements in network security proce-dures help them to do so.

The following configuration changes will be imple-mented within the month of March:

• Users will no longer have the capability to send orreceive text messages with attached photos or videos.Text-only messaging will remain enabled.• If a device is being synched and its software is out-of-date, a “Force Load” message will appear. The userwill only have one opportunity to decline updating thesoftware. Any subsequent syncing attempts will renderthe device inoperative until the software is updated.• Users will not be able to download additionalapplications to their devices over the Internet.• Most Bluetooth functionality will be disabled. Theonly Bluetooth feature that will continue to functionwill be linking the device to the smart card reader cra-dle.• Users will no longer be able to connect their smartcard reader cradle to their computers.

Air Force members who have questions about thesechanges can contact their local client support admin-istrators. Personnel who notice abnormal operationsof any communications devices or equipment areencouraged to contact their local information assur-ance officer or CSA.

“Mission assurance is the goal for which all changesare enacted to our network and the services providedwith it – to protect the Air Force, its people, and itscapabilities,” said General Webber.

Air Force implements handheld device changes

Photo Senior Airman Katie HickersonLt. Col. Bruce Smith, 435th Fighter Training Squadroncommander, uses his Air Force-issued BlackBerry.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSToday8:45-11:30 a.m - POW/Freedom FlyerSymposium at base theaterNoon-12:30 p.m. - Wreath-laying ceremony andMissing Man Flyby at Missing Man Monument inWashington Circle5:30 p.m - Cocktails at the Parr O’Club6 p.m - Evening aerial review over the Taj Mahal6:45 p.m - Dining-in mess

Saturday9 a.m. to noon - River Rats’ Golf Tournament12:30 p.m - Shotgun start for golf tournament5:30 p.m - Golf banquet

By Jan SchubertAir Force Village

(Editor’s note: Some names have been changed toprotect privacy.)

Four women, hair tinged in silver, are playingbridge in the Air Force Village lobby and enjoying alively conversation. The women could be sisters, sosimilar in dress and personality and so connected toeach other in discernible friendship.

All have served their country as wives of Air Forceofficers – relocating when required and raising chil-dren alone when their husbands were deployed.Today, they live at Air Force Village, home to morethan 1,200 retired, honorably separated military offi-cers, their spouses, widows, widowers and eligibledependents.

Though three of the women have the financialresources to afford this comfortable, safe and secureretirement lifestyle, the other, Alice, needs financialassistance. She found herself in dire financial con-straints when her husband died after a prolongedbout with cancer. His illness drained their life savingsand when he died, she was forced to sell their hometo pay off medical expenses.

A friend told her about AFV, founded in 1970 with acharitable mission: to provide excellent retirement liv-ing with access to continuing health care for retiredmilitary officers and their spouses while giving priori-ty to retired Air Force officer widows in need of finan-cial assistance. Two active retirement communitycampuses offer independent living; comprehensivehealth care, including assisted living, skilled nursing,dementia care and hospice care; and a fulfilling sociallife.

Alice receives a small pension and Social Security –enough to pay her monthly service fee as a resident in

a small apartment at AFV. But without a savingscushion, she could not afford the entrance fee tobecome a resident.

Because of support from the annual Air ForceAssistance Fund, AFV waived Alice’s entrance fee.Alice paid her own way for six years until she devel-oped Parkinson’s disease and had to move into AFVassisted living to receive the assistance she needs toremain relatively independent. She couldn’t afford theincreased monthly service fee, but was once againhelped with AFAF contributions; Alice now uses hermonthly income to cover the major portion of herservice fee and AFV covers the rest.

The AFAF has supported more than 500 widows atAFV through annual gifts that have exceeded $9 mil-lion over the years. Currently, Air Force Village pro-vides varying levels of support to more than 40 wid-ows.

“Those who give to AFAF are making a difference.These widows who have run out of resources throughno fault of their own can live dignified, comfortablelives. They live in beautiful surroundings, in a lifestylethey have earned, and they have access to health careshould they need it,” said retired Maj. Gen. GaryAlkire, AFV president and CEO.

The AFAF drive continues through April 16. Duringthe annual “Commitment to Caring” campaign,Airmen can contribute to four Air Force charitableorganizations: Air Force Aid Society, AFV, Air ForceEnlisted Village and General and Mrs. Curtis E. LeMayFoundation.

Contributions to the AFAF benefit active-duty,Reserve and Guard members, retired Air Force mem-bers, surviving spouses and families. For more infor-mation, contact your unit key worker or Master Sgt.Chad Winkelman, the 502nd Air Base Wing AFAFproject officer, at 808-7563.

AFAF campaign supports Air Force Village

Courtesy photoAir Force Assistance Fund campaign contributions supportthe Air Force Village, a retirement community for more than1,200 retired, honorably separated military officers, theirspouses and eligible dependents.

Fund benefits residents with limited financial resources

Finally, Ms. Bell was praised for rais-ing $5,000 in scholarships for theNational Defense TransportationAssociation while off duty.

“I wouldn’t have been able to volun-teer if I didn’t have great supervisorswho promote that,” she explained.

Mr. Sanchez was lauded for providing“phenomenal” supply flight-mission sup-port.

“There were zero late departures forparts,” Mr. Williams said. He was alsocited for sound management of AETC’s

largest vehicle fleet – 2,876 vehiclesalone valued at $48 million.

“It was the best in the command,” Mr.Williams explained.

Mr. Sanchez was singled out for hav-ing an astounding 96.8 percent vehiclein-commission rate, consistently exceed-ing the AETC standard by 5.3 percent.He was also lauded for providing almosttwo-thirds of vehicles given to his unitfor repair returned and repaired to theirusers within 24 hours, which was 11.2percent above AETC standards. Finally,his excellent money management skillshelped him run a $375,000 repair parts

account that was brought in on-time andwithin budgetary guidelines.

Mr. Sanchez said his award was anhonor which reflected well on the peoplewho work under him.

“I also attribute this award to the pre-vious managers who worked with meand passed down their knowledge tome,” he said.

Mr. Williams, who indirectly overseesMr. Sanchez and Ms. Bell, was called“compliance-focused” by his superiorshis award nomination by earning aTeam Performance Award and six“excellent” ratings during an AETC

inspector general’s operational readi-ness inspection. Additionally, he wascited for saving $130,000 by mentoringand training 58 logisticians throughusing mobile training teams. He wasalso praised for his overall accomplish-ments – leading 180 logisticians in deliv-ering full-spectrum support to fourheadquarters and more than 30 DefenseDepartment-associated units.

Mr. Williams, who said he was hum-bled to receive the award, gave credit tothose who work for him.

“It’s a tribute to the squadron’s out-standing performance,” he concluded.

AWARDS from P3

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By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

The welfare of children is an everyday concern ofRandolph’s Family Advocacy Program, but itsefforts to help safeguard society’s youngest mem-bers will especially be evident in April.

Personnel involved in the program will partici-pate in activities at Randolph and in the communityto call attention to their mission during Child AbuseAwareness Month and Month of the Military Child.

In addition to providing information at theRandolph Medical Clinic and the base library, theFamily Advocacy Program will conduct a host ofclasses – from Bundles for Babies and a car-seatclinic at the Airman and Family Readiness Centerto stress management and time management atthe Health and Wellness Center. FAP personnelwill also participate in events such as theRandolph Youth Programs’ annual Fam-A-Ganzaand the San Antonio community’s KidsDay in thePark at San Pedro Springs Park, both set for April10, and the Child Development Center’s SpringFling April 16.

“Being involved in the community as a whole ispart of the family advocacy mission,” said FamilyAdvocacy Intervention Specialist Mitzi Wood.

Ms. Wood is serving again as volunteer chairfor KidsDay in the Park, a free event for parentsand children 10 and under that features food,entertainment and information booths.Activities at the event, where some 5,000 fami-lies are expected, are related to early childhoodeducation and development.

Members of the Randolph community play an

active role at KidsDay, said Ms. Wood. Her dutiesinclude finding volunteers to set up, tear downand man all the booths at the event and to over-see them throughout the day.

The month’s theme, “Keeping the Promise:Partnering to Protect Our Communities’Children,” is consistent with the Family AdvocacyProgram’s community involvement and its com-mitment to prevent child abuse in the communityas well as in the home.

Ms. Wood said parents need to know there ispotential for child abuse outside the home, wherev-er their children go.

“We want to make parents aware they can’t treattheir children the way we were brought up,” shesaid. “Parents should be present in their children’slives and know what’s going on in their heads.”

Ms. Wood said parents should also be aware oftheir children’s online activities, another areawhere the dangers of abuse and exploitation arereal.

One of the keys to preventing abuse is to startdialogue with children at an early age, she said.

“Know your kids,” Ms. Wood said. “If their per-sonality changes, it indicates something is going onin their lives.”

She said parents should educate their children onwhat is acceptable behavior, both for them and forothers in their lives, and establish appropriateboundaries for them.

“We should also be careful about the messageswe send kids,” Ms. Wood said.

For more information about the FamilyAdvocacy Program and events during April, callMs. Wood at 652-3828.

April observance focuses on protecting childrenRandolph Family Advocacy Program April classes:

• Bundles for Babies - April 2 from 1-3 p.m. at the Airman and FamilyReadiness Center. An Air Force Aid Society program for active-dutymembers and their spouses who are expecting a baby. Call 652-5321.• Prenatal breast-feeding class - April 6 from 12:30-2 p.m. at FortSam Houston. Information and techniques for breast-feeding. Call652-3340.• Car-seat clinic - April 7 from 1-4 p.m. at the Airman and FamilyReadiness Center. Tips for installing a car seat properly from a certi-fied car-seat inspector. Call 652-3340.• Stress management - April 7 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Health andWellness Center. The basic causes of stress and techniques and toolsto cope with everyday stressors. Call 652-2300.• Time management - April 21 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Health andWellness Center. How time management directly affects stress levelsand methods and tips to better manage time. Call 652-2300.• Home Alone training - April 22 from 5-6 p.m. at the Airman andFamily Readiness Center. Training for children 10 and older, accompa-nied by their parents, when they are left unattended in base quartersfor short periods of time. Call 652-3828.

Child Abuse Awareness Month community events:• Go Blue Day - April 7. A communitywide event to raise awareness ofchild abuse and neglect by wearing blue.• Fam-A-Ganza - April 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the RandolphYouth Center.• KidsDay in the Park - April 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at San PedroSprings Park.• Spring Fling - April 16 at the Child Development Center.

April classes, events

Duty Title: Knowledge Operations ManagementHometown:Antwerp, OhioHobbies:Coaching, teaching, volunteering and scrapbooking Goals:Completing my bachelor’s degree, living wisely andbeing the best for my familyPersonal Motto:Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it. Psalm 34:14Pet Peeve:Speaking poorly or ill of othersPersonal Inspiration:My adopted grandparents and my husband

Greatest Accomplishment:Completing my Community College of the Air Forcedegree and finding myself spirituallyCommander’s Comments:“Senior Airman Adams is an exceptional Airman whowas recently recognized as the 12th Operations GroupJunior Enlisted Member of the Year. She single-handed-ly developed the knowledge operations procedures andadministrative processes for the newest detachment inAir Education and Training Command. She is bright,professional, friendly and extremely proactive. I amthankful to have her on our team, and I know she’llcontinue to raise the bar wherever she goes.”

– Lt. Col. Bryan Runkle12th Operations Group

Detachment 1 director of operations

Senior AirmanJessica Adams

12th Operations GroupDetachment 1

Defeating the invisible enemy

Capt. Justin Talaricochecks the water outside

the expeditionary hospitalin Angol, Chile, March

18. Captain Talarico is abioenviromental engineer

assigned to the preven-tive medicine team as

part of the Air ForceExpeditionary Medical

Support team. He isdeployed from the 359th

Aerospace MedicineSquadron at Randolph.

Photo by Senior AirmanTiffany Trojca

Easter Egg HuntThe 902nd Force Support Squadron hosts

its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday at 9a.m. at Airman’s Heritage Park.

The event is open to children aged 2-12,and those participating should bring theirown basket.

The Women’s History Month luncheon takes placeWednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Parr O’Club.The guest speaker is retired Air Force Chief Master Sgt.Vickie Mauldin, now a chief executive officer for a private foundation.

The menu includes chef salad, chicken burgundy orpasta and coffee or tea. The cost is $13 cash only.

For more details, call Staff Sgt. Glory Burt at 652-1842.

Women’s History MonthLuncheon Wednesday

RetirementsCongratulations to Senior Master

Sgt. Elijah Wilson, Air Force ManpowerAgency, Master Sgt. Chris Panula,Master Sgt. Aaron Schrott, AirEducation and Training Command andMaster Sgt. Mercedes Victory, Air ForcePersonnel Center, on their retirement.

Unit awardCongratulations to the 12th

Logistics Readiness Division for theirselection as a 2009 Air Education andTraining Command General Thomas P.Gerrity Logistics Award winner.

Advisory Board MeetingThe Randolph Restoration Program

is scheduled to host it’s nextRestoration Advisory Board meeting atthe Schertz Public Library April 20 at 6 p.m. Attendees will discuss the mostefficient and productive means toachieve environmental restoration.

For more details, call 652-4668.

South gate constructionThe 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron

announced the Randolph south gatewill tentatively reopen Monday to pri-vately owned vehicles. Weather delaysmay delay the opening until April 5.

ClosureWashington Circle on Harmon Drive

is closed today until 1 p.m.

Gas outageThe 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron

announced a scheduled gas outageTuesday from 8 a.m. to noon at allbuildings around Bldg. 100.

Pre-retirement briefThe Airman and Family Readiness

Center hosts its next Pre-RetirementBrief Apr. 2 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. atthe A&FRC, Bldg. 693. Spouses mayattend and no appointments arenecessary.

For details, call 652-3633.

Below the Zone promotionCongratulations to Airmen 1st Class

Megan Smith and Caroline Soto, 359thAerospace Medicine Squadron, on theirselection for promotion to senior air-man below the zone.

Thrift ShopThe Randolph Thrift Shop will host a

‘Bring your Own Stuff’ consignmentsale April 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For details, call 254-8949.

Your Pet, Your FamilyThe Defense Commissary Agency is

scheduled to host a ‘Your Pet, YourFamily’ campaign with a family eventat 10 a.m. at the RandolphCommissary Saturday. The event fea-tures a variety of pet contests withprizes and offers savings on a varietyof pet products. Those interestedshould register by Tuesday at the com-missary administrative office, or call652-5102.

Legal hours changeThe Randolph Legal Office, walk-in

will hours are scheduled to changeThursday to 9-11 a.m. every Thursday.The office is now located in Bldg. 100,room 219. For more information, call652-6781.

Tax center location changeThe Randolph Tax Center is now

located in Bldg. 1048, on Fourth StreetWest across from the BXtra loadingdocks and Eisenhower Bank. For moreinformation or to make an appoint-ment, call the tax center at 652-1040.

Health Care CouncilThe Health Care Consumer’s

Advisory Council meets April 1 in thelarge conference room at the RandolphClinic at 9 a.m.

The meeting is intended to fostercollaborative, two-way communicationbetween the health clinic and thegreater Randolph community, and will

include discussion of clinic programsand services. Patients of the Randolphclinic are invited to attend.

Base BRIEFS

$4 for adults$2 for children 11 and underCall 652-3278 for details.

“Dear John” - (PG-13)Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried

Today @ 7 p.m.

“Valentine’s Day” - (PG-13)Julia Roberts, Emma Roberts

Saturday @ 6 p.m.

“Dear John” - (PG-13)Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried

Sunday @ 3 p.m.

NOW SHOWINGat the

Randolph Theater

For a complete listing of basebriefs, visit www.randolph.af.miland click on ‘Round Randolph.

PAGE 7WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 6 MARCH 26, 2010

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

The welfare of children is an everyday concern ofRandolph’s Family Advocacy Program, but itsefforts to help safeguard society’s youngest mem-bers will especially be evident in April.

Personnel involved in the program will partici-pate in activities at Randolph and in the communityto call attention to their mission during Child AbuseAwareness Month and Month of the Military Child.

In addition to providing information at theRandolph Medical Clinic and the base library, theFamily Advocacy Program will conduct a host ofclasses – from Bundles for Babies and a car-seatclinic at the Airman and Family Readiness Centerto stress management and time management atthe Health and Wellness Center. FAP personnelwill also participate in events such as theRandolph Youth Programs’ annual Fam-A-Ganzaand the San Antonio community’s KidsDay in thePark at San Pedro Springs Park, both set for April10, and the Child Development Center’s SpringFling April 16.

“Being involved in the community as a whole ispart of the family advocacy mission,” said FamilyAdvocacy Intervention Specialist Mitzi Wood.

Ms. Wood is serving again as volunteer chairfor KidsDay in the Park, a free event for parentsand children 10 and under that features food,entertainment and information booths.Activities at the event, where some 5,000 fami-lies are expected, are related to early childhoodeducation and development.

Members of the Randolph community play an

active role at KidsDay, said Ms. Wood. Her dutiesinclude finding volunteers to set up, tear downand man all the booths at the event and to over-see them throughout the day.

The month’s theme, “Keeping the Promise:Partnering to Protect Our Communities’Children,” is consistent with the Family AdvocacyProgram’s community involvement and its com-mitment to prevent child abuse in the communityas well as in the home.

Ms. Wood said parents need to know there ispotential for child abuse outside the home, wherev-er their children go.

“We want to make parents aware they can’t treattheir children the way we were brought up,” shesaid. “Parents should be present in their children’slives and know what’s going on in their heads.”

Ms. Wood said parents should also be aware oftheir children’s online activities, another areawhere the dangers of abuse and exploitation arereal.

One of the keys to preventing abuse is to startdialogue with children at an early age, she said.

“Know your kids,” Ms. Wood said. “If their per-sonality changes, it indicates something is going onin their lives.”

She said parents should educate their children onwhat is acceptable behavior, both for them and forothers in their lives, and establish appropriateboundaries for them.

“We should also be careful about the messageswe send kids,” Ms. Wood said.

For more information about the FamilyAdvocacy Program and events during April, callMs. Wood at 652-3828.

April observance focuses on protecting childrenRandolph Family Advocacy Program April classes:

• Bundles for Babies - April 2 from 1-3 p.m. at the Airman and FamilyReadiness Center. An Air Force Aid Society program for active-dutymembers and their spouses who are expecting a baby. Call 652-5321.• Prenatal breast-feeding class - April 6 from 12:30-2 p.m. at FortSam Houston. Information and techniques for breast-feeding. Call652-3340.• Car-seat clinic - April 7 from 1-4 p.m. at the Airman and FamilyReadiness Center. Tips for installing a car seat properly from a certi-fied car-seat inspector. Call 652-3340.• Stress management - April 7 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Health andWellness Center. The basic causes of stress and techniques and toolsto cope with everyday stressors. Call 652-2300.• Time management - April 21 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Health andWellness Center. How time management directly affects stress levelsand methods and tips to better manage time. Call 652-2300.• Home Alone training - April 22 from 5-6 p.m. at the Airman andFamily Readiness Center. Training for children 10 and older, accompa-nied by their parents, when they are left unattended in base quartersfor short periods of time. Call 652-3828.

Child Abuse Awareness Month community events:• Go Blue Day - April 7. A communitywide event to raise awareness ofchild abuse and neglect by wearing blue.• Fam-A-Ganza - April 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the RandolphYouth Center.• KidsDay in the Park - April 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at San PedroSprings Park.• Spring Fling - April 16 at the Child Development Center.

April classes, events

Duty Title: Knowledge Operations ManagementHometown:Antwerp, OhioHobbies:Coaching, teaching, volunteering and scrapbooking Goals:Completing my bachelor’s degree, living wisely andbeing the best for my familyPersonal Motto:Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it. Psalm 34:14Pet Peeve:Speaking poorly or ill of othersPersonal Inspiration:My adopted grandparents and my husband

Greatest Accomplishment:Completing my Community College of the Air Forcedegree and finding myself spirituallyCommander’s Comments:“Senior Airman Adams is an exceptional Airman whowas recently recognized as the 12th Operations GroupJunior Enlisted Member of the Year. She single-handed-ly developed the knowledge operations procedures andadministrative processes for the newest detachment inAir Education and Training Command. She is bright,professional, friendly and extremely proactive. I amthankful to have her on our team, and I know she’llcontinue to raise the bar wherever she goes.”

– Lt. Col. Bryan Runkle12th Operations Group

Detachment 1 director of operations

Senior AirmanJessica Adams

12th Operations GroupDetachment 1

Defeating the invisible enemy

Capt. Justin Talaricochecks the water outside

the expeditionary hospitalin Angol, Chile, March

18. Captain Talarico is abioenviromental engineer

assigned to the preven-tive medicine team as

part of the Air ForceExpeditionary Medical

Support team. He isdeployed from the 359th

Aerospace MedicineSquadron at Randolph.

Photo by Senior AirmanTiffany Trojca

Easter Egg HuntThe 902nd Force Support Squadron hosts

its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday at 9a.m. at Airman’s Heritage Park.

The event is open to children aged 2-12,and those participating should bring theirown basket.

The Women’s History Month luncheon takes placeWednesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Parr O’Club.The guest speaker is retired Air Force Chief Master Sgt.Vickie Mauldin, now a chief executive officer for a private foundation.

The menu includes chef salad, chicken burgundy orpasta and coffee or tea. The cost is $13 cash only.

For more details, call Staff Sgt. Glory Burt at 652-1842.

Women’s History MonthLuncheon Wednesday

RetirementsCongratulations to Senior Master

Sgt. Elijah Wilson, Air Force ManpowerAgency, Master Sgt. Chris Panula,Master Sgt. Aaron Schrott, AirEducation and Training Command andMaster Sgt. Mercedes Victory, Air ForcePersonnel Center, on their retirement.

Unit awardCongratulations to the 12th

Logistics Readiness Division for theirselection as a 2009 Air Education andTraining Command General Thomas P.Gerrity Logistics Award winner.

Advisory Board MeetingThe Randolph Restoration Program

is scheduled to host it’s nextRestoration Advisory Board meeting atthe Schertz Public Library April 20 at 6 p.m. Attendees will discuss the mostefficient and productive means toachieve environmental restoration.

For more details, call 652-4668.

South gate constructionThe 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron

announced the Randolph south gatewill tentatively reopen Monday to pri-vately owned vehicles. Weather delaysmay delay the opening until April 5.

ClosureWashington Circle on Harmon Drive

is closed today until 1 p.m.

Gas outageThe 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron

announced a scheduled gas outageTuesday from 8 a.m. to noon at allbuildings around Bldg. 100.

Pre-retirement briefThe Airman and Family Readiness

Center hosts its next Pre-RetirementBrief Apr. 2 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. atthe A&FRC, Bldg. 693. Spouses mayattend and no appointments arenecessary.

For details, call 652-3633.

Below the Zone promotionCongratulations to Airmen 1st Class

Megan Smith and Caroline Soto, 359thAerospace Medicine Squadron, on theirselection for promotion to senior air-man below the zone.

Thrift ShopThe Randolph Thrift Shop will host a

‘Bring your Own Stuff’ consignmentsale April 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For details, call 254-8949.

Your Pet, Your FamilyThe Defense Commissary Agency is

scheduled to host a ‘Your Pet, YourFamily’ campaign with a family eventat 10 a.m. at the RandolphCommissary Saturday. The event fea-tures a variety of pet contests withprizes and offers savings on a varietyof pet products. Those interestedshould register by Tuesday at the com-missary administrative office, or call652-5102.

Legal hours changeThe Randolph Legal Office, walk-in

will hours are scheduled to changeThursday to 9-11 a.m. every Thursday.The office is now located in Bldg. 100,room 219. For more information, call652-6781.

Tax center location changeThe Randolph Tax Center is now

located in Bldg. 1048, on Fourth StreetWest across from the BXtra loadingdocks and Eisenhower Bank. For moreinformation or to make an appoint-ment, call the tax center at 652-1040.

Health Care CouncilThe Health Care Consumer’s

Advisory Council meets April 1 in thelarge conference room at the RandolphClinic at 9 a.m.

The meeting is intended to fostercollaborative, two-way communicationbetween the health clinic and thegreater Randolph community, and will

include discussion of clinic programsand services. Patients of the Randolphclinic are invited to attend.

Base BRIEFS

$4 for adults$2 for children 11 and underCall 652-3278 for details.

“Dear John” - (PG-13)Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried

Today @ 7 p.m.

“Valentine’s Day” - (PG-13)Julia Roberts, Emma Roberts

Saturday @ 6 p.m.

“Dear John” - (PG-13)Channing Tatum, Amanda Seyfried

Sunday @ 3 p.m.

NOW SHOWINGat the

Randolph Theater

For a complete listing of basebriefs, visit www.randolph.af.miland click on ‘Round Randolph.

FEATURE

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Young Airmen and family members came to theRandolph Air Force Base library March 20-21 toshoot, throw grenades, kick and karate chop eachother – electronically – and more often than not, leftwith books in their hands to read.

The electronic combat happened during the baselibrary’s first-ever weekend video game tournamentswhere contestants played against each other over theweekend.

One librarian explained the reason for the tourna-ment.

“The purpose of having the video games is toimprove and update the Department of Defense’sMorale, Welfare and Recreation library programand to focus on military families by providing thema fun environment,” said Catherine Nishimuta,902nd Force Support Squadron Randolph AFBlibrary supervisory librarian.

Ms. Nishimuta said the Randolph library beganreceiving video games and associated equipmentaround December.

“These are materials the DoD is giving to their jointbase libraries around the country to re-vitalize pro-grams libraries have to offer – and to offer Airmenand family members some activities they can dotogether. In this ‘Year of the Air Force Family,’ itseems appropriate,” Ms. Nishimuta said.

She credited two of her library aides from the902nd Force Support Squadron – Jason Kreinhopand Zach Pollard – with spearheading the video-gaming effort. The duo set up a storage room full ofvideo games and associated equipment and a gam-ing room with wirelesschairs and flat screens forgamers to play in.

Mr. Pollard said heand Mr. Kreinhop con-ceived the idea of theweekend video gametournament to featurethe games and generateword-of-mouth advertis-ing throughout the base.It took the duo abouttwo weeks to set it up.

“First, there was famil-iarizing ourselves with thegames and gettingapproval from our bosses,and then advertising it. The best thing about this tour-nament is that it brings kids into the library,” Mr.Pollard said.

Several of those young family members, plus the

occasional Airman, said they enjoyed competing inthe weekend tournaments.

“It’s a way to get people to meet up together and it’sjust a good time,” saidSenior Airman ChristopherCase, 359th Medical Groupmedical administrator, whobrought his wife, Jolie, andtheir daughters Jessica andKayleigh along to watchand to play games.

“Plus, anybody can dowell at it if they put theirminds to it and work hardat it,” said the avid gamer.“Each character in thegame has strengths andweaknesses. It’s not justpushing buttons and mak-ing moves; it’s about know-

ing a strategy to beat your opponent.”Airman Case said Kayleigh and Jessica enjoy

visiting the library and suggested the libraryhold more tournaments for youngsters and their

parents to participate in.His wife agreed and said, “We come and check out

books and movies and we’ll probably come more ifthey have more video game tournaments.”

Sunday’s tournament featuring current videogames, saw young family members Sam Nielsenand Brandon Le Doux blasting away at each otheron separate screens as they sat next to each other.

Brandon’s mother, Kwai Le Doux, an Army wifefrom nearby Fort Sam Houston, said the library’stournament met her needs for fun things for her sonand his friend to do.

“You know, a lot of these kids like to play videogames on line. I think doing that here, against eachother, is a safe environment and it promotes interac-tion among kids. Besides, it’s all for fun.”

Ms. Le Doux said her children are avid readers andvisit base libraries in the San Antonio area aboutthree times a week. She added she thinks more fami-lies will visit as local base libraries acquire more videogames and associated equipment.

For more information on upcoming events at thelibrary, call 652-8901.

Video game action draws patrons to library

Photo by Sean BowlinSam Neilsen (left) and Brandon Le Doux play video games at the Randolph Library March 21.

WHERE THE ACTION IS

“You know, a lot of these kids like toplay video games online. I think

doing that here, against each other,is a safe environment and it

promotes interaction among kids.Besides, it’s all for fun.”

Kwai Le DouxRandolph Library patron

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West Gate ClosureRandolph’s west gate will beclosed Saturday and Sundayfrom 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. formaintenance. Randolphmembers are encouraged toplan accordingly.

All Smiles

Randolph ElementarySchool students SharleeKrkosa (left) andVictoria Garcia displaytheir prizes as winnersof the Randolph DentalClinic’s poster contestfor National Children’sDental Health Month.Fourth-grader Sharlee,10, won in the third-through fifth-gradecategory while second-grader Victoria, 7,placed first in thekindergarten throughsecond-grade category.The theme of thecontest was “Rock YourSmile.”Courtesy photo

RANDOLPH IDOL RETURNS!Randolph Idol, the singing competition that

packed the Randolph clubs last year, returns inApril. Sessions take place each Thursday in Aprilwith the finale session April 29.

All San Antonio military community memberswith a Department of Defense ID card 18 yearsand older can register as a contestant and com-

pete for the top prizes of:• 1st Place winner - $1,000• 2nd Place winner - $500• 3rd Place winner - $250

The deadline to register is today. Visitwww.randolphfss.com for contest rules and reg-istration forms. Call 652-6508 for more details.

Randolph ChapelSchedule

REGULAR SERVICES

• PROTESTANTTraditional Service

8:15 - Chapel 1

ContemporaryService

11 a.m. - Chapel 2

• CATHOLICMonday-Friday

11:30 a.m. - Chapel 1Saturday

5:30 p.m. - Chapel 1Sunday

8:30 a.m. - Chapel 211:30 a.m. - Chapel 1

ConfessionSaturday

4:30 - Chapel 1

EASTER SERVICES

• PROTESTANTSame time and location

as regular services

• CATHOLICStations of the Cross/Lenten Soup

Through today6 p.m. - Chapel 1/Chapel Center

Lenten Reconciliation ServiceWednesday - 6 p.m. - Chapel 1

Palm SundayRegular Mass scheduleMass of the Last Supper

Thursday - 7 p.m. - Chapel 1Veneration of the Cross

April 2 - 3 p.m. - Chapel 1Easter Vigil

April 3 - 8 p.m. - Chapel 1

FEATURE

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Young Airmen and family members came to theRandolph Air Force Base library March 20-21 toshoot, throw grenades, kick and karate chop eachother – electronically – and more often than not, leftwith books in their hands to read.

The electronic combat happened during the baselibrary’s first-ever weekend video game tournamentswhere contestants played against each other over theweekend.

One librarian explained the reason for the tourna-ment.

“The purpose of having the video games is toimprove and update the Department of Defense’sMorale, Welfare and Recreation library programand to focus on military families by providing thema fun environment,” said Catherine Nishimuta,902nd Force Support Squadron Randolph AFBlibrary supervisory librarian.

Ms. Nishimuta said the Randolph library beganreceiving video games and associated equipmentaround December.

“These are materials the DoD is giving to their jointbase libraries around the country to re-vitalize pro-grams libraries have to offer – and to offer Airmenand family members some activities they can dotogether. In this ‘Year of the Air Force Family,’ itseems appropriate,” Ms. Nishimuta said.

She credited two of her library aides from the902nd Force Support Squadron – Jason Kreinhopand Zach Pollard – with spearheading the video-gaming effort. The duo set up a storage room full ofvideo games and associated equipment and a gam-ing room with wirelesschairs and flat screens forgamers to play in.

Mr. Pollard said heand Mr. Kreinhop con-ceived the idea of theweekend video gametournament to featurethe games and generateword-of-mouth advertis-ing throughout the base.It took the duo abouttwo weeks to set it up.

“First, there was famil-iarizing ourselves with thegames and gettingapproval from our bosses,and then advertising it. The best thing about this tour-nament is that it brings kids into the library,” Mr.Pollard said.

Several of those young family members, plus the

occasional Airman, said they enjoyed competing inthe weekend tournaments.

“It’s a way to get people to meet up together and it’sjust a good time,” saidSenior Airman ChristopherCase, 359th Medical Groupmedical administrator, whobrought his wife, Jolie, andtheir daughters Jessica andKayleigh along to watchand to play games.

“Plus, anybody can dowell at it if they put theirminds to it and work hardat it,” said the avid gamer.“Each character in thegame has strengths andweaknesses. It’s not justpushing buttons and mak-ing moves; it’s about know-

ing a strategy to beat your opponent.”Airman Case said Kayleigh and Jessica enjoy

visiting the library and suggested the libraryhold more tournaments for youngsters and their

parents to participate in.His wife agreed and said, “We come and check out

books and movies and we’ll probably come more ifthey have more video game tournaments.”

Sunday’s tournament featuring current videogames, saw young family members Sam Nielsenand Brandon Le Doux blasting away at each otheron separate screens as they sat next to each other.

Brandon’s mother, Kwai Le Doux, an Army wifefrom nearby Fort Sam Houston, said the library’stournament met her needs for fun things for her sonand his friend to do.

“You know, a lot of these kids like to play videogames on line. I think doing that here, against eachother, is a safe environment and it promotes interac-tion among kids. Besides, it’s all for fun.”

Ms. Le Doux said her children are avid readers andvisit base libraries in the San Antonio area aboutthree times a week. She added she thinks more fami-lies will visit as local base libraries acquire more videogames and associated equipment.

For more information on upcoming events at thelibrary, call 652-8901.

Video game action draws patrons to library

Photo by Sean BowlinSam Neilsen (left) and Brandon Le Doux play video games at the Randolph Library March 21.

WHERE THE ACTION IS

“You know, a lot of these kids like toplay video games online. I think

doing that here, against each other,is a safe environment and it

promotes interaction among kids.Besides, it’s all for fun.”

Kwai Le DouxRandolph Library patron

PAGE 9WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 8 MARCH 26, 2010

West Gate ClosureRandolph’s west gate will beclosed Saturday and Sundayfrom 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. formaintenance. Randolphmembers are encouraged toplan accordingly.

All Smiles

Randolph ElementarySchool students SharleeKrkosa (left) andVictoria Garcia displaytheir prizes as winnersof the Randolph DentalClinic’s poster contestfor National Children’sDental Health Month.Fourth-grader Sharlee,10, won in the third-through fifth-gradecategory while second-grader Victoria, 7,placed first in thekindergarten throughsecond-grade category.The theme of thecontest was “Rock YourSmile.”Courtesy photo

RANDOLPH IDOL RETURNS!Randolph Idol, the singing competition that

packed the Randolph clubs last year, returns inApril. Sessions take place each Thursday in Aprilwith the finale session April 29.

All San Antonio military community memberswith a Department of Defense ID card 18 yearsand older can register as a contestant and com-

pete for the top prizes of:• 1st Place winner - $1,000• 2nd Place winner - $500• 3rd Place winner - $250

The deadline to register is today. Visitwww.randolphfss.com for contest rules and reg-istration forms. Call 652-6508 for more details.

Randolph ChapelSchedule

REGULAR SERVICES

• PROTESTANTTraditional Service

8:15 - Chapel 1

ContemporaryService

11 a.m. - Chapel 2

• CATHOLICMonday-Friday

11:30 a.m. - Chapel 1Saturday

5:30 p.m. - Chapel 1Sunday

8:30 a.m. - Chapel 211:30 a.m. - Chapel 1

ConfessionSaturday

4:30 - Chapel 1

EASTER SERVICES

• PROTESTANTSame time and location

as regular services

• CATHOLICStations of the Cross/Lenten Soup

Through today6 p.m. - Chapel 1/Chapel Center

Lenten Reconciliation ServiceWednesday - 6 p.m. - Chapel 1

Palm SundayRegular Mass scheduleMass of the Last Supper

Thursday - 7 p.m. - Chapel 1Veneration of the Cross

April 2 - 3 p.m. - Chapel 1Easter Vigil

April 3 - 8 p.m. - Chapel 1

PAGE 11WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 10 MARCH 26, 2010

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

An audit performed last year showedRandolph complies with the Air Force’sstandards of managing hazardouswaste.

Meeting those standards is a taskthat involves organizations throughoutthe base, but the buck really stops atBldg. 37 on the southwest side ofRandolph, where two contractorsreceive and store waste ranging fromaircraft sealant to paint and batterieson a daily basis.

“We take care of the whole base,”said Erik Christianson, hazardouswaste manager. “We’re also responsiblefor the waste that comes out of theRandolph Recreation Park at CanyonLake.”

Randolph is considered a small-quan-tity generator of hazardous waste, lessthan 2,000 pounds per month, primari-ly because paint and related materialsas well as batteries and fluorescent

bulbs are identified as universal wastein Texas, he said.

Mr. Christianson, who works forNative Energy and Technology Inc.,said about 95 percent of hazardouswaste generated at Randolph is sealantremoved from aircraft during regulartear-down and maintenance. It’sbrought to the hazardous waste facility

each morning for eventual disposal.However, universal waste accounts

for most of the materials collected atthe facility, especially the 700 poundsper month of paint-related waste suchas paper, thinners, rags and filters, hesaid.

“Paint-related waste goes to the land-fill or is incinerated,” Mr. Christiansonsaid. “We have a trap for the paintitself. Oil-based paint has to be recap-tured.”

Fluorescent bulbs and batteries,along with pesticides and aerosol cans,are also part of the collection stream atthe hazardous waste facility.

Fluorescent bulbs, even the moreenvironmentally friendly green-tipbulbs, are recycled for glass and mer-cury. Nickel cadmium, lead-acid andlithium batteries are considered univer-sal waste and alkaline batteries arenonhazardous waste, but all are recy-clable.

All materials brought to the facilityare placed in containers in a stagingarea in an open-air warehouse, wherethey are stored until they are picked upfor recycling, incineration or landfilldisposal.

Locked containers near the frontdoor of the facility are used for tempo-

rary storage of oil, antifreeze and off-specification fuel. The facility also fea-tures receptacles for recycling card-board, plastic bottles, aluminum cansand paper.

Mr. Christianson said he and haz-ardous waste technician HarminAguilera wear personal protectiveequipment such as gloves, aprons andface shields when they handle wastematerials.

“That is driven by OSHA require-ments,” he said, referring toOccupational Safety and HealthAdministration guidelines.

Mr. Christianson said running thefacility is “all compliance-driven.”

“We follow federal, state and AirForce regulations,” he said.

Specifically the hazardous wastefacility adheres to the guidelines of thefederal Resource Conservation andRecovery Act, or RCRA, the TexasCommission on Environmental Qualityand Air Force Instruction.

Most offices on base generate univer-sal waste such as paint, batteries andfluorescent bulbs, Mr. Christiansonsaid. Their building custodians areresponsible for disposal of those items.

However, the major waste generatorson base are the aircraft paint barn andmaintenance shops and hangars, andpersonnel at those sites are aware ofthe proper disposal of hazardous anduniversal waste. Selected representa-tives receive training each March onthe proper procedures and regulationsconcerning waste disposal.

The hazardous waste facility issuescontainers with labels to these organi-zations and track them, Mr.Christianson said.

“Everything brought in is logged,” hesaid. “We’ve worked with the sameguys for seven years, so it allows us torun the type of program we have.We’re all on the same page.”

Mr. Christianson said the facility onlyaccepts waste generated on base, butpeople who work at Randolph and livein Bexar County can request pickup ofhousehold hazardous waste materialsfrom paint and batteries to used oil andspray cans by calling 800-449-7587.The city of San Antonio offers a house-hold hazardous waste program at 7030Culebra Ave., and other communitiesprovide similar services.

Base workers keep watchful eye on wasteHAZARDOUS WASTE BUCK STOPS HERE

Photos by Steve WhiteErik Christianson, Randolph hazardous waste manager, guides the forklift to pick up a pallet ofhazardous chemicals for proper disposal at the Randolph Hazardous Waste facility.

Harmin Aguilera, hazardous waste technician, fills a container with burnt-out flourescentbulbs March 19.

Aircraft sealantaccounts formost of base’shazardous waste

By April RowdenAir Force Personnel Center Public Affairs Officeand David MichaelExecutive Leadership Development Program participant

From Southbridge, Mass., to Seoul, South Korea, the61 members of the 2010 Department of DefenseExecutive Leadership Development Program have beenglobetrotting to gain hands-on field experience gearedtoward sculpting their joint leadership skills.

By exposing the participants to the various militarycomponents and allied forces around the world, pro-gram managers hope to encourage problem-solvingskills that incorporate enterprise-wide solutions.

“Because we live and operate in a joint environ-ment, it’s important that we give our future leadersthe chance to experience joint and coalition teamsworking together toward a common goal. Then theycan take those broader lessons learned and applythem when making decisions that can impact the suc-cess or failure of a mission,” said Dr. Todd Fore, AirForce Personnel Center executive director.

For the past 25 years, ELDP has served as a career-enhancing, competitive program for qualifying DoD uni-formed and civilian employees in pay grades GS-12/13 orequivalent and for majors and major-selects.

“Civilian participants are selected based on theirpotential to become effective leaders at the seniorexecutive level,” said Joan Gudinas from AFPC’s

Directorate of Civilian Integration. “When careerdevelopment teams vector an individual into ELDP,they are looking for initiative, professional excellence,community involvement, integrity and a commitmentto public service.”

The 10-month program is filled with extensive traveland challenging schedules. Between the historical toursof the North and South Korea demilitarized zone andpaying homage in Hawaii during the anniversary of thePearl Harbor attack, participants join in field trainingexercises, tackle obstacle courses and complete intensivestudies all over the world.

“This program is not for everyone. It’s physically, men-tally and intellectually demanding,” Ms. Gudinas said.

“But if any civilian aspires to become a senior executivein the DoD, participating in the ELDP should be at thetop of the training list.”

To be considered for a position in the ELDP, civiliansshould annotate this option in their transition civiliandevelopment plan, commonly referred to as a T-CDP, aswell as apply during the annual civilian developmentaleducation call.

For officers interested in pursuing a unit-funded slot inELDP, they should complete Air Force IMT 3849 V2 andlist “ELDP” under the preference. Career field managerscan provide additional guidance, including deadlines tosubmit applications to the ELDP Selection Board.

Those selected to attend ELDP should expect to be intemporary duty status for one to two weeks every monthduring the 10-month period. No temporary backfills areassigned for the ELDP participants.

Applications for officer and civilian intermediate andsenior developmental education programs such as ELDP,Air Force Legislative Fellow, Air War College andStrategic Leadership are due April 5.

For more information, call A1 Field Operating AgencyPublic Affairs at 565-2334, e-mail afpc.pa.dlist@ran-dolph.af.mil or call the Total Force Service Center at 1-800-525-0102.

Follow us on our Facebook Fan Page, US AirForce Life and Career, on Twitter at AFCareers andUSAF_Services or visit our Web site at www.afpc.randolph.af.mil.

Civilian, officer development backs up book study with travel“Because we live and operate in ajoint environment, it’s important

that we give our future leaders thechance to experience joint and

coalition teams working togethertoward a common goal.”

Dr. Todd ForeAir Force Personnel Center executive director

PAGE 11WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 10 MARCH 26, 2010

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

An audit performed last year showedRandolph complies with the Air Force’sstandards of managing hazardouswaste.

Meeting those standards is a taskthat involves organizations throughoutthe base, but the buck really stops atBldg. 37 on the southwest side ofRandolph, where two contractorsreceive and store waste ranging fromaircraft sealant to paint and batterieson a daily basis.

“We take care of the whole base,”said Erik Christianson, hazardouswaste manager. “We’re also responsiblefor the waste that comes out of theRandolph Recreation Park at CanyonLake.”

Randolph is considered a small-quan-tity generator of hazardous waste, lessthan 2,000 pounds per month, primari-ly because paint and related materialsas well as batteries and fluorescent

bulbs are identified as universal wastein Texas, he said.

Mr. Christianson, who works forNative Energy and Technology Inc.,said about 95 percent of hazardouswaste generated at Randolph is sealantremoved from aircraft during regulartear-down and maintenance. It’sbrought to the hazardous waste facility

each morning for eventual disposal.However, universal waste accounts

for most of the materials collected atthe facility, especially the 700 poundsper month of paint-related waste suchas paper, thinners, rags and filters, hesaid.

“Paint-related waste goes to the land-fill or is incinerated,” Mr. Christiansonsaid. “We have a trap for the paintitself. Oil-based paint has to be recap-tured.”

Fluorescent bulbs and batteries,along with pesticides and aerosol cans,are also part of the collection stream atthe hazardous waste facility.

Fluorescent bulbs, even the moreenvironmentally friendly green-tipbulbs, are recycled for glass and mer-cury. Nickel cadmium, lead-acid andlithium batteries are considered univer-sal waste and alkaline batteries arenonhazardous waste, but all are recy-clable.

All materials brought to the facilityare placed in containers in a stagingarea in an open-air warehouse, wherethey are stored until they are picked upfor recycling, incineration or landfilldisposal.

Locked containers near the frontdoor of the facility are used for tempo-

rary storage of oil, antifreeze and off-specification fuel. The facility also fea-tures receptacles for recycling card-board, plastic bottles, aluminum cansand paper.

Mr. Christianson said he and haz-ardous waste technician HarminAguilera wear personal protectiveequipment such as gloves, aprons andface shields when they handle wastematerials.

“That is driven by OSHA require-ments,” he said, referring toOccupational Safety and HealthAdministration guidelines.

Mr. Christianson said running thefacility is “all compliance-driven.”

“We follow federal, state and AirForce regulations,” he said.

Specifically the hazardous wastefacility adheres to the guidelines of thefederal Resource Conservation andRecovery Act, or RCRA, the TexasCommission on Environmental Qualityand Air Force Instruction.

Most offices on base generate univer-sal waste such as paint, batteries andfluorescent bulbs, Mr. Christiansonsaid. Their building custodians areresponsible for disposal of those items.

However, the major waste generatorson base are the aircraft paint barn andmaintenance shops and hangars, andpersonnel at those sites are aware ofthe proper disposal of hazardous anduniversal waste. Selected representa-tives receive training each March onthe proper procedures and regulationsconcerning waste disposal.

The hazardous waste facility issuescontainers with labels to these organi-zations and track them, Mr.Christianson said.

“Everything brought in is logged,” hesaid. “We’ve worked with the sameguys for seven years, so it allows us torun the type of program we have.We’re all on the same page.”

Mr. Christianson said the facility onlyaccepts waste generated on base, butpeople who work at Randolph and livein Bexar County can request pickup ofhousehold hazardous waste materialsfrom paint and batteries to used oil andspray cans by calling 800-449-7587.The city of San Antonio offers a house-hold hazardous waste program at 7030Culebra Ave., and other communitiesprovide similar services.

Base workers keep watchful eye on wasteHAZARDOUS WASTE BUCK STOPS HERE

Photos by Steve WhiteErik Christianson, Randolph hazardous waste manager, guides the forklift to pick up a pallet ofhazardous chemicals for proper disposal at the Randolph Hazardous Waste facility.

Harmin Aguilera, hazardous waste technician, fills a container with burnt-out flourescentbulbs March 19.

Aircraft sealantaccounts formost of base’shazardous waste

By April RowdenAir Force Personnel Center Public Affairs Officeand David MichaelExecutive Leadership Development Program participant

From Southbridge, Mass., to Seoul, South Korea, the61 members of the 2010 Department of DefenseExecutive Leadership Development Program have beenglobetrotting to gain hands-on field experience gearedtoward sculpting their joint leadership skills.

By exposing the participants to the various militarycomponents and allied forces around the world, pro-gram managers hope to encourage problem-solvingskills that incorporate enterprise-wide solutions.

“Because we live and operate in a joint environ-ment, it’s important that we give our future leadersthe chance to experience joint and coalition teamsworking together toward a common goal. Then theycan take those broader lessons learned and applythem when making decisions that can impact the suc-cess or failure of a mission,” said Dr. Todd Fore, AirForce Personnel Center executive director.

For the past 25 years, ELDP has served as a career-enhancing, competitive program for qualifying DoD uni-formed and civilian employees in pay grades GS-12/13 orequivalent and for majors and major-selects.

“Civilian participants are selected based on theirpotential to become effective leaders at the seniorexecutive level,” said Joan Gudinas from AFPC’s

Directorate of Civilian Integration. “When careerdevelopment teams vector an individual into ELDP,they are looking for initiative, professional excellence,community involvement, integrity and a commitmentto public service.”

The 10-month program is filled with extensive traveland challenging schedules. Between the historical toursof the North and South Korea demilitarized zone andpaying homage in Hawaii during the anniversary of thePearl Harbor attack, participants join in field trainingexercises, tackle obstacle courses and complete intensivestudies all over the world.

“This program is not for everyone. It’s physically, men-tally and intellectually demanding,” Ms. Gudinas said.

“But if any civilian aspires to become a senior executivein the DoD, participating in the ELDP should be at thetop of the training list.”

To be considered for a position in the ELDP, civiliansshould annotate this option in their transition civiliandevelopment plan, commonly referred to as a T-CDP, aswell as apply during the annual civilian developmentaleducation call.

For officers interested in pursuing a unit-funded slot inELDP, they should complete Air Force IMT 3849 V2 andlist “ELDP” under the preference. Career field managerscan provide additional guidance, including deadlines tosubmit applications to the ELDP Selection Board.

Those selected to attend ELDP should expect to be intemporary duty status for one to two weeks every monthduring the 10-month period. No temporary backfills areassigned for the ELDP participants.

Applications for officer and civilian intermediate andsenior developmental education programs such as ELDP,Air Force Legislative Fellow, Air War College andStrategic Leadership are due April 5.

For more information, call A1 Field Operating AgencyPublic Affairs at 565-2334, e-mail afpc.pa.dlist@ran-dolph.af.mil or call the Total Force Service Center at 1-800-525-0102.

Follow us on our Facebook Fan Page, US AirForce Life and Career, on Twitter at AFCareers andUSAF_Services or visit our Web site at www.afpc.randolph.af.mil.

Civilian, officer development backs up book study with travel“Because we live and operate in ajoint environment, it’s important

that we give our future leaders thechance to experience joint and

coalition teams working togethertoward a common goal.”

Dr. Todd ForeAir Force Personnel Center executive director

PAGE 13WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010

SPORTS and FITNESS

By Staff Sgt. Tim Jenkins502nd ABW OL-B Public Affairs

I am by no means an expert at run-

ning. I have no professional advice to

provide and I don’t see myself setting

any speed records in my life. But I do

enjoy running. It’s a great way to take

your mind off things that have been

bothering you, and I enjoy the health

benefits and the sense of accomplish-

ment felt after completing a long run.

Last year I read an article in a pop-

ular running magazine on the topic of

greeting other runners while run-

ning. The article described the vari-

ous kinds of greetings, everything

from the physical greetings of a

wave, head nod or smile, or the ver-

bal greetings of a “hi,” “hello,” “how’s

it goin’,” or any other kind of audible

device that, while ultimately may

describe the displeasure or sheer

exhaustion a person is experiencing,

is still a greeting nonetheless.

I thought the article was entertain-

ing and touched on an issue that run-

ners may or may not give much

thought to, but the article soon after

made it to the back of my mind, for-

gotten – that is until a few weeks ago.

As spring has started to provide some

sunny, warm afternoons, I’ve taken to

leaving the treadmill or the indoor

track for outdoor running and last

week the topic of runner greetings

again entered my mind.I decided to conduct an experiment.

One day I ventured on the running

path that winds around the golf

course toward Eberle Park and I

made it a point to wave, smile or say

hello to every person I passed on the

path. I was surprised that a majority

of the people paid little attention,

maintaining their gaze down the path

or turning their heads in the other

direction as we passed within a foot

of one another.At first, I was a little annoyed and

after being ignored time and time again

I started getting angry. I always wave

back when someone greets me. It’s

common courtesy, isn’t it? Is it really too

much of an inconvenience to give a

head nod or let out a grunt of acknowl-

edgement when a fellow runner, a

Wingman, passes?As part of the military, the customs

and courtesies we are responsible for

following are in place to show respect to

others. We salute officers, stand when

talking to superiors, address people

with sir or ma’am and display a com-

mon courtesy expected of those in mili-

tary service. It’s part of our military her-

itage. Do you hold the door open for

other people when walking into a build-

ing or say “good morning” to a neighbor

when you go to check your mail?

Shouldn’t common courtesies

translate to all aspects for life, to

include while running?Courtesies aside, running for some

people is nothing less than torture. Let’s

be honest; for some, running is some-

thing they have to do, not something

they want to do, and motivation can be

lacking or nonexistent. A friendly greet-

ing or encouragement, no matter how

brief, can be motivating. It could give a

person that extra boost needed to finish

that last mile without walking.

So why the lack of camaraderie? Is

it embarrassment? Perhaps it’s

exhaustion? After careful considera-

tion, I came to the conclusion that

perhaps runner greetings are lacking

because people are unfamiliar with

proper procedures.Military customs and courtesies are

dictated quite clearly through Air Force

regulations, but there is no AFI govern-

ing what to say when passing a runner,

or the proper wave to give. Perhaps

some people turn their backs on other

runners out of fear of violating some

sort of unknown law. So, in an effort to

improve overall morale and motivation

on the local running paths, I would like

to suggest some guidelines.

The greeting zoneThe time of interaction while passing

another runner is limited. If running in

opposite directions, time in speaking

distance can range between one and

five seconds, so it’s important to estab-

lish the correct range within which to

extend a greeting. When within 10-15

feet of another runner, you may extend

your greeting, which will allow enough

time for the other runner to return the

greeting before passing.

The visual greetingFor the quiet type, you don’t need to

say anything. A head nod, thumbs up,

double thumbs up, smile, peace sign,

hang loose, rock n’ roll, wave of the

hand or any combination of the afore-

mentioned are acceptable. If you want to get fancy and tackle a

verbal and visual greeting, clapping is

also acceptable as a sign of encourage-

ment to another runner.

The verbal greetingGood morning, good afternoon, hi,

hello, how are you, how’s it going, good

day, nice day isn’t it? Or nice shoes are

good examples. Feel free to be inven-

tive. Any greeting instilling friendliness

or motivation is excellent. If you are too

winded to properly execute a verbal

greeting, defer to the visual greeting.

Also, the earphone factor must be con-

sidered. If a runner is blasting

“Thunderstruck” by AC/DC, they aren’t

going to hear you. Defer to the visual

greeting – I’d go with the rock n’ roll

sign.

General do’s and don’tsIf running on a track, it is not neces-

sary to give a greeting to the same per-

son each time around the track. After

three or four “good mornings,” it’s

going to get old. One greeting will do.

Be quick about it. You don’t need to

introduce yourself. “Hello, my name is

…” requires too much of a time com-

mitment for the other runner to proper-

ly respond. A runner’s greeting is to be

quick and non-invasive. Handshakes

require too much time, and besides,

you’re sweaty. Don’t touch me.

Of course, these are just suggestions.

It’s not a requirement to greet other

runners. After all, the important thing is

that you get out there and exercise; not

just to improve your fitness test scores,

but to improve your overall health.

What are your thoughts? Is it prop-

er to greet other runners? Is it rude

not to? Send your comments to

news@randolph.af.mil.See you on the trails!

Greetings runners ... or maybe notSportsBRIEFS

Little RenegadesLittle Renegades is a par-

ent/child program that helpsbuild confidence in children 3-4 years old while they arehaving fun and learningbasic baseball skills.

Registration is nowthrough April 15 at RandolphYouth Programs, Bldg. 585.The cost is $40 per child andthe program runs for 6 weeksbeginning in May.

For more details, call youthsports at 652-2088.

Coaches neededVolunteer coaches are

needed for all leagues. Acompleted applicationincluding a backgroundcheck must be on file prior tofirst practice. Call JeriPeterson at 652-3298 formore information.

RacquetballThe Randolph Fitness

Center is scheduled to hostthe Military RacquetballFederation, Texas MilitaryRacquetball Open April 9-11at 11 a.m.

The event is open to allactive duty, retired, reserve,veteran, National Guard, DoDemployees and dependentsaged 16 and up.

Entry is $40 for the firstevent and $10 for the sec-ond. Discounts are available.For more information, call659-6099.

WINGSPREADPAGE 12 MARCH 26, 2010

902nd Force Support Squadron Briefs

PAGE 13WINGSPREADMARCH 26, 2010

SPORTS and FITNESS

By Staff Sgt. Tim Jenkins502nd ABW OL-B Public Affairs

I am by no means an expert at run-

ning. I have no professional advice to

provide and I don’t see myself setting

any speed records in my life. But I do

enjoy running. It’s a great way to take

your mind off things that have been

bothering you, and I enjoy the health

benefits and the sense of accomplish-

ment felt after completing a long run.

Last year I read an article in a pop-

ular running magazine on the topic of

greeting other runners while run-

ning. The article described the vari-

ous kinds of greetings, everything

from the physical greetings of a

wave, head nod or smile, or the ver-

bal greetings of a “hi,” “hello,” “how’s

it goin’,” or any other kind of audible

device that, while ultimately may

describe the displeasure or sheer

exhaustion a person is experiencing,

is still a greeting nonetheless.

I thought the article was entertain-

ing and touched on an issue that run-

ners may or may not give much

thought to, but the article soon after

made it to the back of my mind, for-

gotten – that is until a few weeks ago.

As spring has started to provide some

sunny, warm afternoons, I’ve taken to

leaving the treadmill or the indoor

track for outdoor running and last

week the topic of runner greetings

again entered my mind.I decided to conduct an experiment.

One day I ventured on the running

path that winds around the golf

course toward Eberle Park and I

made it a point to wave, smile or say

hello to every person I passed on the

path. I was surprised that a majority

of the people paid little attention,

maintaining their gaze down the path

or turning their heads in the other

direction as we passed within a foot

of one another.At first, I was a little annoyed and

after being ignored time and time again

I started getting angry. I always wave

back when someone greets me. It’s

common courtesy, isn’t it? Is it really too

much of an inconvenience to give a

head nod or let out a grunt of acknowl-

edgement when a fellow runner, a

Wingman, passes?As part of the military, the customs

and courtesies we are responsible for

following are in place to show respect to

others. We salute officers, stand when

talking to superiors, address people

with sir or ma’am and display a com-

mon courtesy expected of those in mili-

tary service. It’s part of our military her-

itage. Do you hold the door open for

other people when walking into a build-

ing or say “good morning” to a neighbor

when you go to check your mail?

Shouldn’t common courtesies

translate to all aspects for life, to

include while running?Courtesies aside, running for some

people is nothing less than torture. Let’s

be honest; for some, running is some-

thing they have to do, not something

they want to do, and motivation can be

lacking or nonexistent. A friendly greet-

ing or encouragement, no matter how

brief, can be motivating. It could give a

person that extra boost needed to finish

that last mile without walking.

So why the lack of camaraderie? Is

it embarrassment? Perhaps it’s

exhaustion? After careful considera-

tion, I came to the conclusion that

perhaps runner greetings are lacking

because people are unfamiliar with

proper procedures.Military customs and courtesies are

dictated quite clearly through Air Force

regulations, but there is no AFI govern-

ing what to say when passing a runner,

or the proper wave to give. Perhaps

some people turn their backs on other

runners out of fear of violating some

sort of unknown law. So, in an effort to

improve overall morale and motivation

on the local running paths, I would like

to suggest some guidelines.

The greeting zoneThe time of interaction while passing

another runner is limited. If running in

opposite directions, time in speaking

distance can range between one and

five seconds, so it’s important to estab-

lish the correct range within which to

extend a greeting. When within 10-15

feet of another runner, you may extend

your greeting, which will allow enough

time for the other runner to return the

greeting before passing.

The visual greetingFor the quiet type, you don’t need to

say anything. A head nod, thumbs up,

double thumbs up, smile, peace sign,

hang loose, rock n’ roll, wave of the

hand or any combination of the afore-

mentioned are acceptable. If you want to get fancy and tackle a

verbal and visual greeting, clapping is

also acceptable as a sign of encourage-

ment to another runner.

The verbal greetingGood morning, good afternoon, hi,

hello, how are you, how’s it going, good

day, nice day isn’t it? Or nice shoes are

good examples. Feel free to be inven-

tive. Any greeting instilling friendliness

or motivation is excellent. If you are too

winded to properly execute a verbal

greeting, defer to the visual greeting.

Also, the earphone factor must be con-

sidered. If a runner is blasting

“Thunderstruck” by AC/DC, they aren’t

going to hear you. Defer to the visual

greeting – I’d go with the rock n’ roll

sign.

General do’s and don’tsIf running on a track, it is not neces-

sary to give a greeting to the same per-

son each time around the track. After

three or four “good mornings,” it’s

going to get old. One greeting will do.

Be quick about it. You don’t need to

introduce yourself. “Hello, my name is

…” requires too much of a time com-

mitment for the other runner to proper-

ly respond. A runner’s greeting is to be

quick and non-invasive. Handshakes

require too much time, and besides,

you’re sweaty. Don’t touch me.

Of course, these are just suggestions.

It’s not a requirement to greet other

runners. After all, the important thing is

that you get out there and exercise; not

just to improve your fitness test scores,

but to improve your overall health.

What are your thoughts? Is it prop-

er to greet other runners? Is it rude

not to? Send your comments to

news@randolph.af.mil.See you on the trails!

Greetings runners ... or maybe notSportsBRIEFS

Little RenegadesLittle Renegades is a par-

ent/child program that helpsbuild confidence in children 3-4 years old while they arehaving fun and learningbasic baseball skills.

Registration is nowthrough April 15 at RandolphYouth Programs, Bldg. 585.The cost is $40 per child andthe program runs for 6 weeksbeginning in May.

For more details, call youthsports at 652-2088.

Coaches neededVolunteer coaches are

needed for all leagues. Acompleted applicationincluding a backgroundcheck must be on file prior tofirst practice. Call JeriPeterson at 652-3298 formore information.

RacquetballThe Randolph Fitness

Center is scheduled to hostthe Military RacquetballFederation, Texas MilitaryRacquetball Open April 9-11at 11 a.m.

The event is open to allactive duty, retired, reserve,veteran, National Guard, DoDemployees and dependentsaged 16 and up.

Entry is $40 for the firstevent and $10 for the sec-ond. Discounts are available.For more information, call659-6099.

WINGSPREADPAGE 12 MARCH 26, 2010

902nd Force Support Squadron Briefs

WINGSPREADPAGE 14 MARCH 26, 2010

By Capt. Kimberly WilliamsAir Force Personnel Center

“Remember the ladies, and bemore generous and favorable tothem than your ancestors.”Abigail Adams, First Lady of theUnited States (1797-1801),wrote this in one of her manyletters to her husband, JohnAdams, second U.S. president.During his absences from home,working with the ContinentalCongress and as a diplomat inEurope, Abigail Adams man-aged the farm and familyfinances. Even then, the differ-ential treatment towardswomen was evident. Over time,women have progressed fromFirst Lady to running forPresident of the United States.

Before 1970, women’s histo-ry was rarely the subjectof serious study. Inthe early 1980’s, thetopic was limitedto collegecurricula.However,less than 3percent ofthe contentof teacher trainingtextbooks men-tioned the contribu-tions of women. Womenof color and women in fieldssuch as math, science, and artwere completely omitted. Today,when you search the internetwith the words ‘women’s + histo-

ry + month,’ you will find morethan 40,500,000 hits. That num-ber signifies the dedication andefforts of thousands of individu-als, organizations, and institu-tions that are working to write

women back into history. This year is the

30th anniversary ofthe National

Women’s HistoryProjectthat willbe cele-bratedthroughthe theme,

“Writing WomenBack into

History.” It willhighlight pivotal

themes from previousyears which recognize a differentaspect of women’s achievements,from ecology to art, and fromsports to politics.

The month’s observance willculminate in a luncheonWednesday at 11 a.m. at theRandolph Parr O’Club. RetiredChief Master Sgt. Vickie Mauldin,former Air Force MaterielCommand command chief mas-ter sergeant, will be the guestspeaker. The Women’s HistoryCommittee invites the entireRandolph community to attendthe luncheon to show support forWomen’s History Month.

Women’s History Month is awonderful opportunity, forwomen and men, to celebratethe contributions of notableand ordinary women, in hopesthat the day will soon comewhen it is impossible to teachor learn history withoutremembering these contribu-tions. If Abigail Adams werealive today, the advancementsmade by women would defi-nitely make her proud!

Celebrating Women’s History Month

Photo by Joel MartinezRandolph members gathered for a Women’s History Month 5K run March19 at Eberle Park.