Apr. 6 - 19, 2018 - The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Patriot Joint Base Charleston: ‘Launch Point For The Nation's Resolve’

Vol. 9, No. 7

INSIDE

April 6, 2018

JB Charleston to host free Air & Space Expo

SECURITY Working as a team

See page 3

SPRING

Safety prevents outdoor mishaps See page 3

SEALIFT

Moving Army assets See page 9

Next Issue of the Patriot: April 20, 2018

Weekend Weather Update for Joint Base Charleston, SC Friday, April 6 Sunny (0% precip)

High 76º / Low 63º

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Extended Forecast Mon. - April 9 69°/ 53° - Rain (90%) Tue. - April 10 74°/ 47° - Partly Cloudy (20%) Wed. - April 11 68°/ 50° - Sunny (0%) Thur. - April 12 73°/ 58° - Partly Cloudy (0%) Fri. - April 13 77°/ 63° - Partly Cloudy (20%)

U.S. Air Force Photo/Senior Airman Nicholas Pilch

The Thunderbirds are scheduled to perform at the 2018 Air & Space Expo on the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base April 28, 2018. The event is free and open to the public.

By Airman 1st Class Joshua R. Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Joint Base Charleston is scheduled to host a free Air & Space Expo, April 28, 2018 on the Air Base.

Gates open at 8:30 a.m. Parking will also be available to the public at no cost.

“We are very excited for this year’s air show,” said Col. Jimmy Canlas, 437th Airlift Wing commander. “We hope folks have a safe, fun and memorable experience. It’s a great opportunity to showcase the capabilities of the United States Air Force and our sister services to the Lowcountry.”

The air expo will feature a performance by the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, along with other military and private demonstration teams such as an F-16 Heritage Flight, MiG-17, Prowlers of the Pacific, Warrior Flight Team, Douglas C-47 Skytrain and Bill Stein.

“This is the first time in seven years our community is going to get to experience what makes air power so special,” said Lt. Col. Matthew Brennan, 628th Mission Support Squadron deputy commander. “Come early, wear comfortable shoes, and

enjoy. It's going to be awesome!”

On the ground, there will be various static displays, a live music performance by Charlestonbased cover band 17 SOUTH and concessions will be available for purchase.

The air expo will also offer unique opportunities to learn about developments and technology in the area of space.

“On the ground, the planning team is securing assets that will showcase different space capabilities performed by the Air Force like space launch, satellite control and monitoring, and nuclear deterrence,” said Brennan.

Additionally, attendees can expect to see various other exhibits and demos that highlight science, technology, engineering and math.

Allowed items: Strollers, diaper bags, lawn chairs, small purses, wheelchairs/medical equipment, personal umbrellas, cameras, video recorders, blankets and binoculars.

Prohibited items: Weapons, toys resembling firearms, fireworks, spray paint/silly string, glass containers, alcohol,

illegal drugs, bicycles, skateboards, heelies, roller skates, rollerblades, coolers, rucksacks or backpacks, animals or pets and hard sided water bottles such as canteens, thermoses.

Family Fest 2018 The day before the Air Expo, April 27, ID card holders and their dependents are invited to attend Family Fest! This exciting pre-Air and Space Expo event will be filled with fun, free food and live entertainment for the entire family. Meet and greet the brave pilots of the Thunderbird’s Aerial Demonstration Team while the youth burn up some energy in the Kids Zone. Be sure to arrive with sunscreen, umbrellas and chairs, and be ready for a great time. This event will be held at Nose Dock 1 on the Air Base at 3 p.m.

“The hangar party is a free event to socialize with the performers and say thanks to the men and women of JB Charleston for their dedicated work,” said Brennan.

For directions, a full line-up of confirmed acts and additional information, please visit www. jbcharleston.jb.mil/Home/Joint-Base-Charleston2018-Air-and-Space-Expo/.

Air Expo performer pulls off the impossible Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Mark Kirsch, strong man for “Man vs.

Impossible,” practiced pulling a C-17 Globemaster III from a hangar at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 27, 2018.

Kirsch, a Tacoma, Wash. native, has been pulling aircraft at various military installations around the world for over 10 years and is scheduled to perform during the JB Charleston 2018 Air & Space Expo April 28.

He plans to pull the C-17 100 feet.

“This is my first time in Charleston and also my first time pulling a jumbo jet from inside a hangar onto the flightline,” said Kirsch. “Today’s training is going to be ‘crazy amazing’ since I am dealing with an incline, however, it’s going to test my mental drive, determination and strength.”

According to Kirsch, the C-17, weighing approximately 282,400 pounds, has always been a challenge but with practice, extensive training and support of a cheering crowd, he will be able to push his body to accomplish what many consider impossible.

“I like to practice and work hard with a team so when it’s air show time, it’s like the Super Bowl for us,” said Kirsch. “Today is essential to help building our team’s continuity so when it’s game time, we give the audience a great show.”

Members from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 628th Force Support Squadron worked together coordinating and providing safety measures during the practice,

allowing Kirsch to complete the pull twice.

“This practice was a great demonstration of JB Charleston members showing what we are capable of and how well we work together to make things happen,” said Master Sgt. Rob Pennington, 437th Maintenance Group maintenance engineer superintendent. “I think accomplishing this during the practice set the tone for greater things to come at next month’s air show and I believe Mark is going to pull the C-17 even further.”

Kirsch stated his dedication to perform is the result of the support he receives and friendships he’s developed with the military community across the globe.

“Every base and every service I’ve worked with has treated me like family while I’ve been doing this,” said Kirsch. “I was asked to perform at two other locations this week but the enthusiasm of Team JB Charleston is what made the choice easy for me.”

In addition to the aircraft pull, various other performances including the Thunderbirds will take place during the air expo. For more information, visit www.jbcharleston.jb.mil/Home/Joint-BaseCharleston-2018-Air-and-Space-Expo/.

Mark Kirsch, strong man for “Man vs. Impossible,” pulls a C-17 Globemaster III from a hangar at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 27, 2018. Kirsch, a Tacoma, Wash. native, has been pulling aircraft at various military installations around the world for more than 10 years and is scheduled to perform during the JB Charleston 2018 Air & Space Expo April 28. He plans to pull the C-17 100 feet.

Airmen from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and Mark Kirsch, strong man for “Man vs. Impossible,” setup for a practice session of pulling a C-17 Globemaster III from a hangar at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 27, 2018. Members from the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 628th Force Support Squadron worked together coordinating and providing safety measures during the practice, allowing Kirsch to complete the pull twice.

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JB CHS COMMENTARY

Past teaches present

Commentary by Joshua Mayes Historian - 628th Air Base Wing

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – On April 9, 1865 General Robert E. Lee signed the document officially ending the hostilities between the North and South. Although the American Civil War officially ended nearly 153 years ago, remnants of the war remain in the ground underneath Charleston in the form of exploded and unexploded ordnance. The construction boom in and around Charleston, along with major storms which hit the area, consistently reveal the presence of a variety of ordnance. According to the 628th Mission Support Group deputy commander, Lt. Col. Matthew Brennan, “It is more common than you might think to find fired Civil War ordnance.”

The 628th ABW Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight, under the Civil Engineer squadron at Joint Base Charleston is notified, on average, two to three times per month to check out potentially dangerous shells found in the local area. All military ordnance, regardless of age, belong to the presentday military which means EOD must be called to check out the find and make preparations for disposal. Most of the ordnance is destroyed to prevent harm to military members and the general public.

However, several types of Civil War shot and shells are used as training aids on JB Charleston to prepare EOD for the phone call bringing them downtown to conduct ordnance disposal.

Mr. Graham Long, Head Curator of the Charleston Museum, conducts ordnance familiarization with EOD several times a year at the museum in downtown Charleston. He gives Air Force members a chance to handle the various types of inert shells he has in his extensive collection.

Additionally, Long discusses where the ordnance has been found. EOD is already familiar with much of the ordnance in the collection; however, several of the items are considered rare, such as those shells Courtesy photo fired by the infamous “Swamp Angel,” an Graham Long, left, Charleston Museum, head curator, eight inch, 22 mm, Parrott rifle, which explains Civil War fuses to the 628th Air Base Wing Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight. bombarded Charleston in 1863.

“The museum presents an opportunity for EOD to use items from our collection outside of visiting the Charleston Museum allows us to learn their typical "museum gallery" setting. In this case, key identifying features for recognition of ordfor up close and personal examination and educa- nance items. When we know what an item is, we tion. Looking at Revolutionary and Civil War ord- have a better understanding of how it works. nance under glass is one thing, but for members of Knowing this allows us to recover the ordnance EOD, it's not good enough. Most of the members of item in the safest possible manner. In the end, it is this unit, if they stick around Charleston particular- all about giving the EOD technicians every advanly, are going to have to deal with historical shot and tage to safely accomplish the mission.”

According to. U.S. Army Technical Center for shell. So, hopefully, by seeing and handling our colExplosives Safety, “If you find ordnance or what lection, they can be even better prepared for what's looks like ordnance, do not move or touch it. out there,” said Long. are dangerous and may not be easily Munitions Lt. Paul Underwood, EOD Flight Commander recognizable.

Avoid areas where munitions may noted, “It is important for EOD technicians to be encountered.

Contact the police immediately if understand the ordnance they may come across in you suspect a munition.” the Charleston area. Speaking with historians and

2018 Cooper River Bridge Run – Maritime Safety through Partnership

Commentary by Ensign Phillip VanderWeit U.S. Coast Guard Sector Charleston

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Although it may only take the fastest runners around 30 minutes to complete the Cooper River Bridge Run, months of planning and preparation ensures the event goes off in a smooth, secure and most importantly, safe manner. Since its inception in 1978, the Cooper River Bridge Run has grown exponentially in popularity and has solidified itself as one of the top-three largest 10k races in the country. The race crosses multiple jurisdictions; starting in Mount Pleasant and ending in downtown Charleston; which includes a 2.5 mile stretch over the Cooper River via the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge that provides spectacular view of the Charleston Harbor. In addition, it provides a significant economic impact and influx of visitors to the Charleston area, making heightened safety and security of the utmost importance for those involved with planning the event.

Trusted Care brought order to chaos after Hurricane Maria

By Peter Holstein Air Force Surgeon General Public Affairs

FALLS CHURCH, Va. – Soon after hurricanes struck the Caribbean and southern U.S. in the fall of 2017, Air Force medics deployed to the island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands and brought along their Trusted Care culture to help evacuate patients safely and effectively from the storm ravaged island.

“The first day on the ground was chaos,” said Col. (Dr.) Elizabeth Anderson-Doze, the branch chief for Flight and Operational Medicine at U.S. Air Force Air Mobility Command, and a member of the team that deployed to St. Croix. “The island’s hospital lost power, so they were sending us extremely ill patients with no organization.

After the shock of the first day, I knew that we had to organize our team, and restoring Trusted Care was the right way to do that.”

Anderson-Doze was part of a 22-person team of Air Force and joint personnel that deployed to St. Croix for 10 days following Hurricane Maria. They arrived September 23, just three days after the powerful category 5 storm passed. Her team, deploying from the 375th Medical Group at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois, set up an En Route Patient Staging System at the St. Croix airport.

“We had sick patients and families desperate to get off the island for care,” said Anderson-Doze.

“Busloads of patients began arriving from the hospital right away. It was hysteria. One patient started coding [cardiac arrest] less than an hour after we arrived. He fell off his chair and stopped breathing.

There was no rhyme or reason as to which patients the hospital sent us, no consideration to their medical condition or needs.”

With patients streaming in to evacuate, Anderson-Doze knew her ERPSS team needed to

take a step back and get things right.

Their job was to prepare patients for aeromedical evacuation to the U.S. mainland, and ensure that anyone who got on the plane was in good enough condition for the flight.

“Some of the patients the hospital sent were people injured in the storm,” said Anderson-Doze. “The emergency room stayed open on generator power, but the hospital had limited ability to admit patients.”

Other patients were in the hospital with serious illnesses or disabilities U.S. Air Force photo / Lt. Col. Elizabeth Anderson-Doze before the storm struck. Others were Damage caused by Hurricane Maria on St. Croix, U.S. Virgin dialysis patients, who could not get the Islands seen from the air, Sept. 23, 2017. lifesaving treatment with the power down. The task of assessing their medical needs and preparing them for transport began team remember the principles of Trusted Care that should drive us – duty to speak up, respect for with reestablishing Trusted Care culture.

“We managed to evacuate 20 patients that first patients and safety.”

This process sparked a turnaround for the day, and we were expecting more starting at 0730 the next morning,” said Anderson-Doze. “That ERPSS team. That second morning after the night, I talked with the ERPSS team leader. We Trusted Care huddle, they set up triage stations, agreed that if things didn’t improve, we were either established processes to clear patients for evacuagoing to kill a patient or have a serious injury to a tion, and reoriented to the way they deliver care team member. We decided to take a deep breath back home in Air Force hospitals and clinics. It made a huge difference in handling the challenges and a step back to organize ourselves.”

The senior medical officers on the ground set about that evacuating patients from the storm-ravaged creating that organization. It began with daily huddles island would continue to present.

“We had patients come in with all kinds of illnessin the morning before patients began arriving.

“That second morning, and for the eight morn- es and injuries, and often without correct information ings that followed, we started our day with a quick on their diagnosis or what medication they were takdevotional, a public health minute, and shared ing,” said Anderson-Doze. “Because we took the time examples from the day before to get us back in the at the beginning to reset our thinking into a Trusted Trusted Care mindset,” said Anderson-Doze. “We Care mindset, we were able to overcome these obstaplanned out our day, reviewed the patients we were cles and maintain a safe and respectful environment expecting, and went over as many details as we for patients, even in the midst of chaos.

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With more than 40,000 runners expected for the 41st Annual Cooper River Bridge Run, the general public may only recognize an increase in emergency responders along the race route. What they may not notice unless they took a closer look at the waterways under the bridge and the maritime infrastructure of the Charleston Harbor is that there is a complex network of layered security hard at work.

As the lead federal agency responsible for maritime safety and security, the Coast Guard integrated a wide variety of resources in order to meet all hazards and threats head-on. These resources vary from K9 Explosive Detections teams, armed Boarding Officers, a vessel security zone implemented by multiple maritime agencies, dive and EOD teams, and a maritime quick reaction force to name a few. The Cooper River Bridge Run provides an outstanding example of how partnerships allows us to be “Semper Paratus” (Always Ready) through the teamwork and collaboration that exists amongst the Coast Guard and our friends here in the Low County.

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Spring safety prevents outdoor mishaps

Story and photo by Staff Sgt. William A. O’Brien Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – As spring draws nearer, the days get warmer and people begin to engage in more outdoor recreational activities. But as people start coming out from their houses to enjoy the warm weather, so too do the local animals and insects.

The outdoor activities enjoyed in the spring require caution and preparation to prevent accidents.

Spring brings more opportunities in the woods like hiking, long walks and camping. When participating in those activities, Staff Sgt. Adam Perry, 628 Air Base Wing Safety Office NCO in charge of education and training, said it’s crucial to plan ahead for worst case scenarios. Wearing over the ankle hiking boots can protect from sprains and always bring ample water and food. He also suggested people going on longer hikes should bring water filtering straws to use as a last resort if they get lost or run out of water.

While exploring the woodlands of the Lowcountry one must also be aware of the indigenous wildlife such as alligators and various kinds of snakes. The best thing to do if you encounter dangerous wildlife is to stay calm and vacate the area.

"The most common threats to people and their pets here are copperheads, rattlesnakes, and alligators,” said Tech. Sgt. Melynda Winter, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron NCO in charge of entomology and pest management. “It is common to see snakes sunning themselves in rock-lined ditches. Living here in An alligator sunbathes on the bank of a water hazard at the Wrenwoods Golf Course on Joint Base Charleston Charleston we should also assume every lake, pond, or even water filled ditch March 20, 2018. Sam the alligator lives safely within his environment because he is not fed by the golfers and staff. Wild animals become aggressive after being fed by humans. Feeding wild animals could put other’s lives may contain an alligator. An alligator who has never been fed by humans will at risk because the animal will then begin to aggressively approach people looking for food. still have a natural fear of us, and those are the ones we want around. Alligators that have been fed will become very aggressive, coming out of the water and even charging at the harmful IVA and UVB rays of the sun. Sun exposure is a hazard for everyone any season.

The sun presents a unique danger in the spring because days start cooler and get warmer. someone thinking they have food.”

Unlike winter when clothing can protect skin from the sun or summer when their skin is The pest management office is responsible for everything living other than pets and humans.

While supporting the base’s mission and protecting infrastructure, their main priority is to safe- already exposed and sunblock is applied before leaving home, in the spring people tend to shed excess layers throughout the day making themselves vulnerable to sunburn. In addition to sunguard the military and civilians working on JB Charleston and their families.

Pest management is responsible for animals who have become aggressive. Wild animals block, hats with large visors for shade also help to prevent sunburns.

“Spring is one of the most dangerous times for sunburns,” said Perry. “Even though it starts become aggressive after being fed by humans. Feeding wild animals could put other’s lives at risk because the animal will then begin to aggressively approach people looking for food. At to get warmer out, many people feel it isn’t warm enough to warrant sunblock, but that’s not the case. If you’re going to be outside for extended periods of time, covering skin which may that point, the animal is a danger and must be removed.

“When you feed a wild animal, or stray cat you are teaching them that humans are a food be exposed with sunscreen will prevent a sunburn.”

Once people are protecting themselves from the sun, careful planning and safety equipment source and over time they will lose the natural fear they have of us,” said Winter. “When you feed a wild animal, you could be issuing them a death sentence. Once they get too close and can help to keep them safe in outside leisure activities such as roller blading, hiking or riding become a health and safety threat, they must be removed. For the families living on base, know bikes.

“Any person operating a self-propelled vehicle such as a scooter, roller blades or bicycle on where your children are playing. Keep them out of the woods and ditches and make sure they base is required to wear a helmet,” said Perry. “South Carolina doesn’t require helmets but know the dangers associated with snakes and alligators.”

If you work on base and wildlife is in a location inhabited by people and it presents a danger your head isn’t any safer when you leave the installation. Some people never consider how or possible mission interruption; keep an eye on it and call the 628th CE pest management cus- much something as simple as a bike helmet can benefit your health. However, wearing a helmet when falling off a bike can make the difference between having small injuries like scrapes tomer service line at 963-2392.

“Never taunt or tease wildlife, especially alligators,” said Winter. “We must have a level of and bruises or a major head injury.”

Whether you are enjoying an outdoor leisure activity such as biking or exploring the abunrespect and understanding to coexist safely. Charleston is a beautiful area with an abundance dant Charleston wildlife, personnel and their families are encouraged to keep these safety tips of wildlife, I encourage everyone to stay safe and enjoy their time here.”

While trekking through the woods and exploring the wilderness, one can also be exposed to in mind.

Base Security Responsibility - “All working as a team”

By J. Dwayne Gunther Joint Base Charleston Antiterrorism Program Manager

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Everyone is a critical weapon in the defense and security of Joint Base Charleston.

You may ask, “How?” It’s quite simple. Keep your ears and eyes peeled to anything suspicious around our installation and your work centers. Use your intuition, if it doesn’t feel right or seem right, if something is out of place or is something you don’t normally see, report it!

In direct response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the United States Air Force implemented an aggressive program called, "Eagle Eyes." The program is an antiterrorism initiative enlisting the eyes and ears of military members and citizens. This program is managed by the local Air Force Office of Special Investigations and, with the assistance of everyone within Joint Base Charleston, the main program goal is to WATCH, REPORT and DETECT. While traveling to and from work, around the installation and local community or while out with the family, your "eyes and ears" are instrumental force multipliers to Joint Base Charleston security and first responders. All reports are taken

seriously and are shared immediately with appropriate law enforcement agencies and military commanders for rapid assessment and investigation.

Here are some areas that might be considered suspicious: People who: • Are overly interested in security procedures for an event • Attempt to solicit sensitive event or participant information through personal contact or by telephone, mail or email at a level beyond mere curiosity • Attempts to access a secured area by circumventing established entry control points • Present false or misleading credentials • Are video recording or monitoring activities, taking notes, using cameras, maps, binoculars in an unusual or surreptitious manner which would arouse suspicion in a reasonable person • May be mapping out routes, playing out scenarios with other people, monitoring key facilities along the event route, timing traffic lights or traffic flow or other suspicious activities • Loiter, park or stand in the same area for an extended period of time with no reasonable explanation • Make expressed or implied threatening comments/threats of violence against the US or individuals • Significantly alter appearance from visit to visit (shave

beard, change hair color, style of dress) • Wear outer garments not appropriate for the weather/seasons

Observations: • Vehicle(s) parked near an event location for a long period of time; or in restricted zones • Vehicle(s) appearing to be weighted down; have protruding or visible wires; fresh paint; missing plates • Unusual chemical smells or odors • Ownerless or suspicious bags or packages left unattended • Missing event badges, uniforms, or identification • Damaged or tampered with infrastructure surround the event; manhole covers, wires, hoses, lighting, etc.

Your inputs are critical in the defense of Joint Base Charleston, your neighborhood, community and, most importantly, our country.

To make a report, please contact the Base Defense Operations Center at 843-963-3600 or call 911.

You can also help us when making a report by remembering the term “SALUTE” which means size, activity, location, uniform, time and equipment.

All personnel must actively participate in base defense – “See Something, Say Something!”

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Team Charleston celebrates Women’s History Month Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Allison Payne Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – After being petitioned by the National Women’s History Project, an American non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and preserving women’s history, Congress declared March as ‘National Women’s History Month’ in 1987. The goal of celebrating the month is to acknowledge and highlight women’s contributions and importance to society.

Team Charleston hosted a Women’s History Month luncheon at the Charleston Club March 20, 2018, to bring team members together to celebrate. Joan Robinson-Berry, vice president and general manager of Boeing South Carolina, the luncheon guest speaker, gave a heartfelt address about the importance of the month.

“I’ve gone further than most thought I could ever go as a

Guests attending a Women’s History Month luncheon held in the Charleston Club listen to a speech March 20, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Women’s History Month is dedicated to acknowledging and highlighting women’s contributions to society. It is celebrated during the month of March in the United States, United Kingdom and Australia, corresponding to International Women’s Day on March 8.

woman,” said Robinson-Berry.

“As women and men in today’s society it’s important to remember we’re only human. You have to build up the courage to grab opportunities and never be afraid to ask for help. Many men and women before us have faced obstacles such as harassment, racism, sexism and more. If they allowed those obstacles to shut them down, things wouldn’t be the same as they are today.

Refuse to allow challenges to define and have power in your life, always persevere.” was designated March Women’s History Month because, as Public Law 100-9 states, “The roll of American women in history Joan Robinson-Berry, vice president and general manager of Boeing South Carolina, smiles has been consistently overlooked during her speech March 20, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Robinson-Berry was a guest and undervalued in the body of speaker at a Women’s History Month luncheon held at the Charleston Club. Women’s History American history.” The Public Month is dedicated to acknowledging and highlighting women’s contributions to society.

Law also requests the president to issue a proclamation every year to Women contribute to the military mission in a variety of honor the extraordinary achievements of women. Women’s ways. They fulfill the same roles as men, ranging from supHistory Month is also celebrated during the month of March in port positions such as maintenance and medical, to contributthe United Kingdom and Australia, corresponding with ing directly to combat roles such as tactical air control party International Women’s Day on March 8. and pararescue members.

“This month is a time to celebrate those who have come before “It’s important to know being a woman doesn’t mean you’re us,” said Capt. Christina Gallo, 628th Aerospace Medical incapable of things,” said Airman 1st Class Samantha Ferrel, Squadron chief of aerospace and operational physiology. “We 437th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for great women apprentice. “It doesn’t matter what anyone says or whether doing great things every day. This month we recognize and reflect you’re a male or female. What matters is what you believe in and on how those women have shaped the way the world is today.” what you’re going to do to create the life you want for yourself.”

Trusted Care brought order to chaos - continued from Page 1 “The hospital was trying to send people over in good order, but it just wasn’t possible. We learned to double check everything they gave us – names, diagnoses, medications, blood levels and more. We had to send patients back to the hospital if they weren’t ready to fly. We even had to treat a number of patients who were part of the relief efforts, who were injured or got ill.”

As the ERPSS team developed a flow for clearing patients and loading them onto aircraft for evacuation, they maintained a patient-centered focus. Many patients had lost their homes in the storm, leaving them incredibly vulnerable and calling for an extra level of sensitivity.

“As we continued our huddles, we had to keep reminding ourselves that even though we were still in the U.S., there were major cultural issues that we needed to be aware of,” said Anderson-Doze. “Some of the patients had never been off the island before, and most had never flown in the back of a military aircraft. We were sharing our rations with patients, because they didn’t know there

U.S. Air Force photo / Lt. Col. Elizabeth Anderson-Doze

Maj. Kisha Wood, a medic with the 375th Medical Group based at Scott Air Force Base, assists an elderly patient after Hurricane Maria at Henry E. Rohlsen Airport, near Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands Sept. 24, 2017.

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Throughout the deployment, Anderson-Doze’s ERPSS team maintained their Trusted Care huddles and mindset.

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JB Charleston CGO Council starts officer shadow program Story and photo by Senior Airman Christian Sullivan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Transitioning from being an enlisted service member to a commissioned officer can be a challenging task, especially when you lack experience in your desired career field.

Joint Base Charleston’s Company Grade Officer’s council established an enlisted-officer shadowing program to alleviate the intimidation of starting a new career field as an officer.

The program is designed to provide the enlisted community at the Joint Base the opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a commissioned officer, according to 2nd Lt. Brandon Russell, 628th Communications Squadron flight commander and a prior-enlisted master sergeant.

Russell helped come up with this idea due to prior experiences when he was enlisted as something he wished he had available to him before he commissioned.

“When I joined at 17, I didn’t know what I wanted to do. I chose a job based on my recruiter’s recommendation and not from someone in the actual career field,” said Russell, a

prior-enlisted master sergeant. “It’s better to give an individual some subject knowledge before they make a big decision.”

The goal of this program is to help those considering making the change from enlisted to officer make an informed decision.

Although the program has only been in existence for two weeks, Russell and the CGO council have assigned nine Airmen to shadow officers.

“Previously, I did my own research on jobs I thought I wanted, but the sites I visited weren’t very informative,” said Nicholas Henning, 437th Maintenance Squadron crew chief. “This program gives a more first-hand experience.”

Other Airmen, like Henning, hope this program pays off when they decide on a commissioned career choice.

“I’m hoping it helps me narrow things down. I had five jobs in mind and now it’s down to around two,” said Henning. “It’s helpful to have this program so people can do research on other career fields in the Air Force.”

“We’re hoping this program gives them a better idea of what they could be doing as an officer,” said Russell. “I did 15 years enlisted and I wish this program was available when I was deciding to commission.”

2nd Lt. Charles Catungal, left, 628th Contracting Squadron contract specialist, shows Senior Airman Nicholas Henning, right, 437th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, the ins and outs of his job as a contracting officer at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 13, 2018. Catungal is one of the company grade officers in JB Charleston’s CGO council officer shadowing program. Enlisted Airmen who want to commission in a desired career field can shadow officers in in the same field to learn more about the job.

JB Charleston Airmen become Students of Leadership

Story and photo by Staff Sgt. William A. O'Brien Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Joint Base Charleston Professional Development Council hosted the inaugural Students of Leadership Seminar at the Charleston Club here, March 15, 2018.

The monthly Students of Leadership forum fosters discussions to help NCOs develop their leadership styles amongst their peers.

“I’m hoping to create cross talk between career fields,” said Master Sgt. Danny South, 16th Airlift Squadron loadmaster superintendent. “In the Air Force we’re very tribal. We talk to leaders from other career fields to discuss challenges we face.

When we get together like this, we can see many of those challenges are very similar.”

Each month the event begins with a video on a different aspect of leadership and will be followed by an open discussion on that topic. Long hopes these discussions create meaningful dialog which may be beneficial to participants when making future decisions.

“When I look back at any PME I have attended in my career, I don’t remember what the training objective was for the day. However, I do remember discussions I had with my peers and how they tied back to those points. That’s what I’m hoping to foster here,” said South.

This month’s theme was learning from failure. The group watched a TED Talk hosted by retired U.S. Army Gen. Stanley McChrystal. In his discussion McChrystal talked about his own failures and the importance of leaders allowing their subordinates to fail in order to learn from it and grow. He also emphasized the importance of building confidence and trust up and down the chain of command and rebuilding that trust and confidence when things don’t go right.

“Hearing such relatable and human topics from successful leaders is inspiring,” said Tech. Sgt. Albert Romain, 437th Aerial Port Squadron traffic management office section chief.

“As a lower ranking member, it reminds me we’re all susceptible to making mistakes throughout our careers and we can recover from them.”

Following the video, South led a group discussion.

Participants shared their points of view relating to the topic based on their own experiences. Romain felt the opportunity to share lessons from past experiences was valuable because others who are facing similar situations can learn from what has already been done and avoid making similar mistakes.

“It’s very important to listen to our peers. We learn from subordinates and superiors, but we can also learn horizontally from our peers,” said Romain. “Meeting together and sharing challenges can help us in the future. When I get to a mountain, I might not have to face the same pitfalls because I was able to prepare me for them.”

Master Sgt. Danny South, 16th Airlift Squadron loadmaster superintendent, guides a conversation during the inaugural Students of Leadership Seminar in the Charleston Club here, March 15, 2018.

South was happy with the event’s turnout and hopes to continue to build on it through word of mouth. He says more than attendance, he hopes to create a dialog between leaders across the base.

“My goal going forward is for the seminar attendance to grow,” said South. “These 30 people are going to go back to their work centers and they’re either going to tell people it was a waste of their time, or they’re going to say ‘it was beneficial. I’m going to try to go to the next one.’ The people who found it beneficial are all going to bring a friend next time.”

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Local clergy convenes at JB Charleston

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Joshua R. Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

each group in providing the best religious services possible,” said Lt. Col. Craig JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Local religious Abee, 628th lead chaplain’s ministers from various faiths met at Joint Base Charleston augmentee. “By establishing March 15, 2018 to learn how to better assist the increasing this relationship, we want to help these clerics to provide number of service member’s attending their congregations.

The day-long gathering included an in depth explanation of the best possible religious the roles of Air Force and Navy Chaplains, an open-ended dis- services to the active duty, cussion between local clergy and chaplain corps representa- reserves, guard members and tives and a live demonstration of JB Charleston’s mobility veterans who attend off-base services.” capabilities.

Abee and Col. Walter “The purpose of today was to establish a line of communication between civilian clerics and the chaplain corps to assist Bean, 628th Air Base Wing joint base senior lead chaplain, delivered a brief explanation of a military chaplain’s mission and answered questions asked by the communities’ ministers.

“I have a lot of veterans Members from the 437th Airlift Wing discuss the load demonstration they just performed with in my congregation,” said some Charleston community religious leaders on the flightline during Clergy Day at Joint Base Dr. Clay Shook, Memorial Charleston, S.C. March 15, 2018. The day-long gathering included an in depth explanation of the Baptist Church pastor. “This roles of Air Force and Navy Chaplains, an open ended discussion between local clergy and the was a great way for me to chaplain corps representatives and a live demonstration of JB Charleston’s mobility capabilities. learn how to better serve the sive,” said Shook. “I have never seen anything like that. The A chaplain’s coin on display in the Chapel during Clergy Day at veterans in my church. I was amazed at how much a military aircraft is one impressive piece of engineering.”

Joint Base Charleston, S.C. March 15, 2018. The day-long gath- chaplain actually does.”

As the diversity of the military and its members grow, proering included an in depth explanation of the roles of Air Force The clergy saw the loading of a C-17 Globemaster III, proand Navy Chaplains, an open ended discussion between local viding a firsthand look at what some of their congregation viding everyone, regardless of faith, equal religious and spiritual services becomes an ever important mission for the chapclergy and the chaplain corps representatives and a live demon- members might do or support on a daily basis. stration of JB Charleston’s mobility capabilities.

“The loading demonstration of the C-17 was very impres- lains of the military.

M&FRC provides military families support through Hearts Apart Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Allison Payne Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Military and Family Readiness Center hosted Hearts Apart, a quarterly event held in the Chapel Annex, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 13, 2018. Hearts Apart is a Military and Family Services initiative centered on connecting spouses and family members of those deployed, at a temporary duty location or individual augmentee service members with resources to ease the stressors of separation.

The proper tools, educational opportunities, skills and support systems, such as those found within the M&FRC, provide a foundation that both military members and their families need to remain resilient and keep the base's mission moving.

Hears Apart is just one of those resources available through the M&FRC. “Some family members may feel a lack of connection with the installation once a spouse or parent deploys because the member is the natural conduit for information,” said Tech.

Sgt. Eva Simmons, 628th Force Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness NCO in charge. “These types of events bring the community support aspect to the forefront because at the end of the day, we are all one big family here to support each other and make the mission happen.”

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“Hearts Apart gives my family a chance to take a break and relax and mingle with other families who can relate to the struggles and hardships we deal with,” said Rachel Gomez, Team Charleston family member. “This event gives me reassurance that everything is and will be alright. Even though we may be thousands of miles away from family and friends, we are not alone and we have people around for support.”

Students from Airman Leadership School class 18-C volunteered at the event. They contributed by setting up, serving pizza, interacting with families and cleaning up the chapel afterward.

“The military has provided my family with the resources needed to flourish and succeed,” said Gomez. “Events like this have given me the opportunity to meet people, share experiences and gain insight. Knowing there are people willing to listen and help out is really reassuring. It’s also comforting knowing my girls can socialize and make new friends with other kids dealing with the same challenges they are.”

To celebrate the holiday, the event was St. Patrick’s Day themed. Children were able to decorate green-frosted cookies, create St. Patrick’s Day masks and play a ball-tossing game with ‘pots of gold’.

“It means a lot to me to take part in things like this,” said Simmons. “I get to link family entities together by providing

the necessary access to resources and reassure them their military family is here for them. Of course, I would love to have all of the families of our deployed members attend, but extending this opportunity is a success in my book nevertheless.

Andrew, an attendee of the Hearts Apart event, poses with a shamrock March 13, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Andrew, an attendee of the Hearts Apart event, poses with a shamrock March 13, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Hearts Apart is a Military and Family Services initiative centered on connecting spouses and family members of those deployed, at a temporary duty location or individual augmentee service members with resources to ease the stressors of separation. See more photos at www.jbcharleston.jb.mil.

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USCG Director of Health Safety and Work Life visits NHCC

U.S. Navy photo / Ens. Robert Donnelly

Health Service Technicians 1st Class Heidi Bennett, center, and Nicole Flores, right, Fleet Liaison Readiness Support for Coast Guard Charleston, greet Rear Adm. Erica Schwartz, left, Director of Health, Safety and Work-Life for the U.S. Coast Guard, during Schwartz's visit at Naval Health Clinic Charleston March 20. Schwartz and her staff met with Coast Guard and NHCC leaders before touring the health care facility. Bennet, Flores and two other Coast Guard health service technicians are embedded at NHCC to provide medical and dental care for Coast Guard personnel and their families stationed at Sector Charleston. Schwartz is responsible for the Coast Guard's health care system of 41 clinics and 150 sick bays, as well as, operational and off-duty mishap prevention, response and investigation.

Schwartz oversees the Coast Guard's child care programs and food services delivery programs, ashore and afloat and the Coast Guard's Ombudsman, Substance Abuse, Health Promotion and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response programs.

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NHCC holds Patient Safety Awareness Week

Chapel Corner The chapel has new customer service hours to accommodate your needs. Please note the Airbase Chapel will ONLY be open (including phone calls, walk-ins and e-mail) during the days/hours listed below: Sunday: 0900 - 1500 (Worship Services ONLY) Mondays: 0900 - 1500 Tuesdays: 0900 - 1500 Wednesdays: Closed for Training Thursdays: 0900 - 1500 Fridays: 0900 - 1500 Saturday: Closed

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U.S. Navy Lt. Jonathan Carmack, head of Naval Health Clinic Charleston’s Staff, Education and Training Department, inspects a mock patient and its surroundings for potential hazards in NHCC’s “Room of Errors,” Mar. 16, 2018. The room was designed with purposely planted examples of hazards which could cause harm to patients or put their privacy at risk as part of Patient Safety Awareness Week, a national campaign which ran March 11-17.

CATHOLIC SERVICES Daily Mass Wednesdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Air Base (AB) Chapel Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Weapon Station (WS) Chapel The Blessed Sacrament Chapel is open for prayer between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Sunday- Mass 9 a.m. - AB Chapel • 11:30 a.m. - WS Chapel PROTESTANT SERVICES SUNDAY 10 am - WS Protestant Service with Children's Church 10:30 am - AB Protestant Service with Children's Church

SAPR Corner NHCC participates in 2018 activeduty fund drive supporting NMCRS

Air Base Victim Advocates

Acting SARC: Dr. Mamie Futrell Alternate SARCs: Gabriella Marshall & Cindy Lundhagen Full Time Victim Advocate: Vacant Volunteer Victim Advocates: Sonya Anthony Cecilia Ayon Stephanie Bandy Bridgette Brzezinski Tiffany Ellis Adrienne Forth Michael Gaines

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Naval Health Clinic Charleston Commanding Officer Capt. Dale Barrette signs a donation form for the Navy and Marine Relief Corps Society fund drive March 14 at NHCC. Last year, Charleston NMCRS received $247,751 in donations and provided $288,151 in financial assistance to 360 clients. The current fund drive began March 1 and will run through April 15, 2018. For more information, or to make a contribution online, visit the NMCRS of Charleston at http://nmcrsfunddrive.org/charleston/.

NHCC celebrates NMC's 147th birthday

U.S. Navy Lt. Raymond Walston, a physician serving at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, and U.S. Navy Capt.

Keith Hanley, NHCC’s chief medical officer, cut the cake during a ceremony celebrating the 147th birthday of the Navy Medical Corps. The Medical Corps of the U.S. Navy is a staff corps comprised of Navy physicians of different specialties.

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JB Charleston enables Army onload aboard USNS Watson U.S. Army Sgt. David Huffman, left, and Pfc. Michael Weiser, right, both of the 76th Expeditionary Terminal Operations Element, prepare vehicles assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division for transport aboard the USNS Watson (T-AKR-310) at Joint Base Charleston’s - Weapons Station, S.C., March 20.

Vehicles assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division are loaded onto the USNS Watson (T-AKR-310) in preparation for transport at Joint Base Charleston’s Weapons Station, S.C., March 20.

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal

Vehicles assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division are loaded onto the USNS Watson (T-AKR-310) in preparation for transport at Joint Base Charleston’s - Weapons Station, S.C., March 20.

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal

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U.S. Air Force photo / Airman Helena B. Owens

Vehicles assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division are loaded onto the USNS Watson (T-AKR310) in preparation for transport at Joint Base Charleston’s - Weapons Station March 20. The U.S. Army helicopters assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division are placed alongside the USNS 841st Transportation Battalion, 597th Transportation Brigade, on-loaded more than 1,500 Watson (T-AKR-310) prior to being on-loaded at Joint Base Charleston’s - Weapons Station, vehicles and equipment, including combat helicopters, in support of the movement. Joint S.C., March 20.

Base Charleston has the capability to transport cargo by air, land, rail and sea.

U.S. Air Force photo / Airman Helena B. Owens

Charleston civic leaders take flight to Texas, attend BMT Story and photos by Tech. Sgt. Bobby Pilch 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – Various community and business leaders from the Charleston area boarded a Charleston-based C-17 Globemaster aircraft to participate in a Civic Leader tour to Texas March 15-16.

“The purpose of a Civic Leader tour, such as this, is to educate community partners on what goes on ‘behind the gate’ and highlight various missions our Citizen Airmen are tasked to do around the globe,” said 315th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Gregory Gilmour, who participated in the tour. “Additionally, the goal is to inspire these individuals to become advocates of the Air Force Reserve and help to tell our story.”

After the aircraft touched down in the warm afternoon Texas sun, members arrived at the 433rd Airlift Wing headquarters, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. There, attendees received mission briefs from the Air National Guard’s 149th Fighter Wing and the 733rd Training Squadron, which provides administrative and managerial oversight to operate the only formal C-5 Galaxy cargo aircraft schoolhouse in the U.S. Air Force Reserve.

“Touring the F-16 and C-5 was amazing,” said Ian Harris, director of sales and marketing for Fort Sumter Tours. “Learning the size, speed, and what it takes keep the planes flying is an incredible job the military accomplishes day-in and day-out. I have a newfound respect for all branches of the military and will be supporting them more than ever.”

For some individuals, this was their first time being engaged with the military, which allowed for a deeper understanding and appreciation for the men and women of the Air Force, Guard, and Reserve.

Amy Hutto, director of human resources for the Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, shared her thoughts about attending the various tours and events. “Never having had experiences of this nature with the military prior to this trip, it was a real eye-opener for me,” said Hutto. “I now understand the important role the Guard and Reserve play and how important it is for employers to have policies in place to support their employees who serve.”

The following day, tour attendees set their alarms early and boarded a bus to attend an Air Force Basic Military Training graduation ceremony - a rite of passage for all enlisted Airmen who wear the uniform.

City of North Charleston Councilman, Kenny Skipper, was quite impressed with what he witnessed as he sat front and center along the parade route with several other civic leaders.

“There were 648 young men and women dedicating their lives to the service of our country,” said Skipper. “The fact that almost forty-thousand new airmen matriculate through BMT annually is astounding.”

After attending BMT graduation, attendees traveled to JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, home of the Medical Education and Training Campus, a state-of-the-art Department of Defense healthcare education campus that trains enlisted medical personnel. Here, they received a mission brief about the campus and were able to see the progression of an enlisted military member’s

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METC is a tri-service campus, meaning that Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen train side-by-side in a joint learning environment. METC offers 48 medical programs and generates 16,500 graduates each year.

As the tour came to a close and attendees prepared to depart for Charleston later in the afternoon, it was evident that this trip accomplished its intended mission.

“This was a wonderful experience,” said Hutto as she sat strapped into her seat for the ride home. “It gave a me a real sense of appreciation for the full scope of the military and how many people are involved and invested in their success – from full-time enlisted members down to civilians in the surrounding communities, all doing what they can to be supportive.”

Attendees of the 315th Airlift Wing's 2018 Civic Leader Tour pose for a group photo in front of a Charleston C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolf. More than 30 community and business leaders from the Charleston area flew on the C-17 to participate in a Civic Leader tour to Texas March 15-16.

Charleston civic leaders traveling with the 315th Airlift Wing watch a basic training graduation at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

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EVENTS All classes/appointments are typically held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, Air Base (AB), or at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg.

755, Weapons Station (WS) unless otherwise specified.

Dates/times are subject to change. For the most current program listings and to reserve your seat, please call (843) 963-8883 or log onto our website www.jbcharleston.com Apr. 9 r Investment Fluency: Planning For Your Tomorrow

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Today - 8:00am-9:00am, learn the tools and resources that will allow you to enrich your financial growth while improving your investment fluency!

Apr. 10 r Resume Ready - 7:30am – 4:00pm, stop by anytime during the hours of learn how to build an effective civilian resume, or have their existing resume reviewed to ensure they are resume ready! r Teaching As A Second Career - 10:00am – 11:30 am, assist active & former military in obtaining teacher certification and employment as teachers in SC. Federally Funded and managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support. r PCS Prep - 2:00pm-3:30pm, in conjunction with MPS, this mandatory workshop preps the attendee for orders and provides expert advice from several agencies to help with the relocation. Spouses are encouraged to attend.

Apr. 11 r Pre-separation Counseling - 8:30am-11:30am, learn benefits and resources for vets. This is a prerequisite to Transition GPS Workshop. Schedule yours 12/24 months prior to separating/retiring respectively.

Apr. 12 r Lunch And Learn – Leadership Gold - 11:30am – 12:30 pm, smart Leaders Learn from Their own Mistakes. Smarter ones learn from other’s mistakes and success. Come learn the golden nuggets of leadership from a John Maxwell, Facilitator.

r Navigating Federal Employment - 1:00PM – 3:00PM, Join this workshop and learn how to navigate USA JOBS website and get your federal job!

Apr. 16 r Buying Your New Wheels - 3:00pm-4:00pm, learn the techniques and valuable information in regards to purchasing a vehicle. Make sure that you are financially ready to purchase a vehicle that you can afford.

Apr. 17 r PCS Prep - 2:00pm-3:30pm, in conjunction with MPS, this mandatory workshop preps the attendee for orders and provides expert advice from several agencies to help with the relocation. Spouses are encouraged to attend.

Apr. 18 r Little Heroes Ceremony - 6:00pm – 7:00 pm, this is way to say thank you for the sacrifices that children made/make for parents who have recently/currently deployed. Designed for children ages 4-12 years of age whose parents have been deployed in the past six months or are currently deployed.

Apr. 21 r Heartlink - 11:00am – 4:00pm, join us for a comprehensive spouse orientation! All spouses are welcome and will have the opportunity to share experiences, meet other spouses, network, learn about resources, and the mission of Joint Base Charleston.

To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628ABWPatriot@us.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication. than Monday prior to the workshop.

Apr. 10 r Teaching As A Second Career - 1:00pm – 2:30pm, assist active & former military in obtaining teacher certification and employment as teachers in SC. Federally Funded and managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support.

Apr. 11-12 r Career Techincal Training Track - 8:00am-4:00pm, this workshop is designed to define technical career goals, identify required credentials and training opportunities and more.

Attendees should complete Transition GPS prior to attending.

EVENTS All classes/appointments are typically held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, Air Base (AB), or at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg.

755, Weapons Station (WS) unless otherwise specified.

Dates/times are subject to change. For the most current program listings and to reserve your seat, please call (843) 963-8883 or log onto our website www.jbcharleston.com

Apr. 9 r VA Workshop for Disability Compensation Claims 8:00am – 1:00pm, a VA rep will cover the disability claims process and provide some individual assistance. Members must sign-up at the Medical Clinic, Records Section, and NLT

Apr. 11 r Interviewing For Success - 9:00am - 11:00am, learn about various types of interviews and receive tips and techniques for successful interviewing! r Lunch And Learn – MFLC – Parenting For The Single Service Member - 11:30am – 12:30pm, the goal is to help single military parents develop effective parenting skills. Topics include how to resolve the guilt that single parents often experience, positive aspects of being single, communication during conflict, addressing deployment issues, and building a support network.

Apr. 16-20 r Transition GPS Workshop - 8:00am-4:30pm, learn to transition and become “career ready” with ease! Dept. of Labor Employment workshop and VA Benefits Briefing included.

Apr. 17 r Resume And Cover Letter - 9:00am-11:00am, learn how to build an effective civilian resume utilizing different formats and how to prepare a compelling cover letter.

Apr. 18 r Interviewing For Success - 9:00am - 11:00am, learn about various types of interviews and receive tips and techniques for successful interviewing!

Apr. 19 r Employer Panel - 11:30am-1:00pm, various employers will service on a panel to answer industry and interview related questions, some will potentially be hiring. We encourage all job seekers (active duty military, civilians and spouses) are encouraged to attend. Business professional attire is required and a resume is highly encouraged.

Apr. 20 r Navigating Federal Employment - 9:00am-1:00pm, join this workshop and learn how to navigate USA JOBS website and get your federal job!

Apr. 24 r 5 Steps To True Time Management - 11:00am- 12:00pm, can anyone really manage time? Come learn 5 easy steps to manage yourself within the time you have and get more done than you thought you could!

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For questions about Rec Review, call the Marketing Office at (843) 963-3809. Mention of any sponsor or sponsorship in this publication is not a federal endorsement for the product or service. For more information on Force Support facilities, visit our website at www.JBCharleston.com.

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