04-27-2012 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

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Vol. 3, No. 17

Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, April 27, 2012

Tactical Vehicle Training

Airman 1st Class Ronni Aragona rides in a HighMobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle during tactical vehicle training at Joint Base Charleston Air Base, April 24. The monthly training is given to members of the 628th Security Forces Squadron to familiarize them with operating tactical vehicles and how to perform security checks while in a convoy. Aragona is a 628th SFS journeyman.

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In his blood: Third generation Airman shares family legacy

By Airman 1st Class Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

As long as there has been an Air Force in the United States, there has been a Skvarna in the skies defending it.

For Staff Sgt. Matthew Skvarna, 17th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, 437th Airlift Wing, pinning on aircrew wings, lacing up his combat boots and boarding a cargo plane is more than a military job; it's a family legacy ... a legacy that goes back years before Skvarna was born.

This story begins in 1942, with a 17-year-old Czechoslovakian-born teenager, Edward M. Skvarna, Matthew's grandfather. The United States was facing one of its greatest enemies after being attacked by the Japanese at Pearl Harbor and Edward M., barely able to speak English, was eager to defend his country. After graduating high school a year early, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps, hoping to become a pilot.

"My father joined the military for two reasons," said Edward B. Skvarna, Matthew's father. "He wanted to see the world and he didn't want to be stuck working in the steel mills of Pittsburgh his whole life. For him, being an air crew member during World War II was everything he dreamed it would be. He loved the dangerous aspects of early flight missions and the adventurous skies of combat."

The infamous Pacific campaign was at its peak and the eldest Skvarna, along with the Army Air Corps, was routinely flying high toward the Empire of Japan on photo reconnaissance missions.

The team soared through the bitter darkness of enemy skies and gathered photo intelligence in a B-29 Superfortress, one of the heaviest longrange bomber aircrafts used during the war.

On one mission in particular, the eldest Skvarna, then thousands of miles from the steel mills of Pittsburgh, was preparing for battle as a right gunner on the B-29. He was colorblind and even though it disqualified him from becoming a pilot, it led him to qualify for other jobs within the air crew. Edward M. was able to use his 'disadvantage' of being colorblind to the advantage of the Allied Forces.

"Being colorblind didn't slow my grandpa down," said Matthew. "It was during that flight over the Japanese harbor he proved that."

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U.S. Air Force Photo / Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle

Staff Sgt. Matthew Skvarna stands in front of a C-17 Globemaster III on Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 20. Skvarna is a third generation aircrew member. His father was a C-141 loadmaster and his grandfather was a right gunner on a B-29 Superfortress. His grandfather also received the Air Force Flying Cross for his efforts during the Pacific campaign during World War II. Skvarna is a 17th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, 437th Airlift Wing.

While gathering intelligence from a bird's eye view, the eldest Skvarna spotted something in the harbor that didn't look right. He spotted an outline of an Imperial Japanese Navy aircraft carrier that was camouflaged to blend in with the colors of the sea.

For everyone on the Superfortress, the carrier was virtually invisible.

However, Edward M. noticed the ship immediately because of how differently his vision interpreted the colors.

"He kept telling the crew he saw a Japanese war ship in the water," said Matthew. "At first, they thought he was crazy, nobody else in the air could see anything. He stuck to his guns, though. A U.S. Navy submarine confirmed the Japanese aircraft carrier, Shinano, was in the harbor. The USS Archer Fish sank the carrier in Nov. 1944. My grandfather's disadvantage of being colorblind may not have allowed him to be a pilot but it ended up saving countless lives by sinking one of the largest Japanese ships during the war."

For his actions during the Pacific campaign, the eldest Skvarna received an Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroic efforts among many other achievements.

After serving in the military, the eldest Skvarna used the leadership skills and education opportunities provided by the armed forces to plant roots in Covina, Calif. and became a school teacher.

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Every leader an innovator

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COMMENTARY

Commentary by Col. Erik Hansen 437th Airlift Wing commander

"Innovation comes from people meeting up in the hallways or calling each other at 10:30 at night with a new idea, or because they realized something that shoots holes in how we've been thinking about a problem." - Steve Jobs Steve Jobs was a leader and an innovator, never happy with the status quo, always pushing the envelope. His products failed almost as much as they succeeded. Do you remember the cube, or the Apple II? But his failures didn't deter him from innovating and many times his 'failures' led to future successes.

Who would you call at 10:30 p.m. (2230 for us military types) when you have an idea or when you realize you've found a new innovative way to do something? Very few innovations in history have actually been the work of a lone genius but rather the vast majority of innovations come from cognitively diverse groups working together over time. What if you get that 2230 phone call? What will you do with that idea? Will you help your fellow Airmen by challenging their ideas, helping them expand it, see potential shortcomings and work through them? Will you encourage them to engage their supervisor or commander to help the idea come to light? More importantly, if you are the supervisor or commander, what would you do? What if the idea has merit, but may cause you more work to develop the idea?

Leaders in our Air Force have an obligation to create environments which foster open communication and innovation. Leaders must encourage and even demand that our Airmen analyze everything we do and look for ways to improve.

Innovation is a necessity in any modern organization and our Air Force is no different. There is a wasteland of failed businesses and militaries that could not innovate.

A recent example is the Kodak Company.

Kodak invented the core technology used in digital cameras today, but failed to develop it out of fear of how digital technology would impact their film product lines. Predictably, Kodak filed for bankruptcy earlier this year after failing to innovate. In the business world the failure to innovate and adapt may result in reduced market share, loss of revenues, or perhaps even the closing of a company.

For the military, the failure to innovate may lead to higher losses on the battlefield, failing to achieve tactical and strategic goals in battle and ultimately failed national strategies. Fortunately,

cers and junior enlisted members are too young and inexperienced to add valuable ideas. We have the most educated force we may ever have. Many first term Airmen arrive with college credit, some with degrees and a few with advanced degrees, and leaders must find ways to tap into this intellectual goldmine. Leaders must allow and even encourage Airmen of all experience levels to question the status quo. Why do we do things this way? Why don't we find a better way to Col. Erik Hansen do this if our current process isn't working?

437th Airlift Wing commander Why haven't we taken the time to explore other options? We had a different way of our Air Force has embraced innovation and doing this at Base X and it worked great, why changed history in the process. don't we try that here? As leaders, allowing these - Think how our military, and the world, would questions can be uncomfortable and cause a be different had we not had the F-117 and B-2 leader to feel he or she is losing control. during the first Gulf War, or if we had not had Another reason this can be uncomfortable is precision Global Positioning System bombing because while innovation can ultimately make an during the Balkan conflict. organization better, it can take time and resources - How would our World War II bombers have away from an organization's current mission. In accomplished their mission in the Pacific if innothe near term this can result in lost productivity vative thinkers hadn't figured out how to take off that must be absorbed by other members. This and land escort fighters from ships? alone is often an excuse to not move forward.

- How would the first months of the war in However, leaders must have the vision to see Afghanistan looked had innovators not transibeyond the initial outlay in cost and effort and tioned the aging B-52 from a long-range nuclear envision how the innovation will result in organibomber to a worldwide rapid-response bomber zational gains. capable of delivering up to 70,000 lbs. of preciIt is no secret that tomorrow's Air Force will sion tactical munitions. operate with fewer personnel and smaller budgets.

- How many more Soldiers would not have Innovation will be key as we transition to a leaner come home had our senior leaders not called for more efficient force. We will have to find ways to the rapid development of the Mine Resistant make each Airman more efficient and effective.

Ambush Protected vehicle?

We may have to accomplish more complex and - Would the raid that killed Osama Bin Laden diverse mission sets with fewer people and less been accomplished had innovative thinkers not resources. To get through these times, we need pushed for a separate Special Operations Command leaders who can harness the intellectual resources that could concentrate on equipping and training our within their organizations and leaders who don't nation’s most elite forces? let formal authority, titles or resource constraints While we have had successes as an Air Force, get in the way of a good idea. Leaders must create we cannot rest on our laurels. The challenge for an organizational culture where no process is leaders and supervisors remains to create a culture sacred and the status quo is always challenged. where innovative and disruptive thinkers can surLeaders must be the agents of change. vive and even thrive, because often innovation Somebody, somewhere in your office, flight, disrupts the way we currently do things. squadron or other workplace has an idea which Innovation is not merely coming up with ideas, could save untold resources. What are you going rather it is sharing ideas so they can be developed, to do to help this idea come to light? The initial determining whether they are feasible and seed of an idea may come from anywhere, perwhether they provide increased value to an organ- haps from the quietest voice in an organization. ization and finding ways to implement them.

When that idea comes, whether it is in a mainteTo innovate, we must destroy any paradigms nance back shop, an office workstation, or a quiet where older noncommissioned officers and senior cockpit somewhere over the Atlantic, will you be officers are averse to change or where young offi- listening?

worth repeating

“It is no secret that tomorrow's Air Force will operate with fewer personnel and smaller budgets.”

Diamond Tips: Tricare Prime travel benefit

Commentary by Master Sgt. Jennifer Crerar 16th Airlift Squadron first sergeant, 437th Airlift Wing

While working in TRICARE offices, I was surprised to learn many people did not know the TRICARE Prime Travel Benefit can help cover the expenses of traveling to specialty medical care. To receive this benefit, a primary care manager must deem a TRICARE Prime patient needs medically necessary, non-emergency specialty care and refer them to seek that care in the TRICARE Prime network. If that care is more than 100 miles from the PCM's office, the patient can be reimbursed for reasonable travel expenses. The expenses are reimbursed for the official distance from the patient's residence city to the specialty care provider's city.

There are different procedures to claim reimbursement for active-duty and non active-duty patients. Non active-duty patients can be reimbursed for the actual cost of personally procured commercial transportation, up to the amount of the government cost. If a privately owned vehicle is used, the non active-duty patient is reimbursed for actual expenses (gas, oil, tolls, parking fees). Reimbursement will not be a mileage allowance.

Reimbursement of the actual cost of lodging and meals is also authorized.

However, this will not exceed the locality per diem rate. Lodging costs include tax, tips and service charges. Meal costs include tax and tips.

Alcoholic beverages are not reimbursable. The patient must ensure they save all receipts, regardless of the amount.

Active-duty patients are reimbursed just like a traditional Temporary Duty assignment. Government transportation should be used when practicable.

If a patient requires an attendant, a member of the patient's family can be reimbursed as well. The person must be at least 21-years-old. If the attendant is a uniformed member or U.S. government employee, he or she would be authorized TDY travel and transportation allowances. The patient and attendant cannot both be reimbursed for the same travel expense (e.g., both cannot claim and be paid for gas costs when traveling together by privately owned vehicle). The patient travel program manager can explain the requirements and restrictions for attendants.

If you have any questions about this program, contact the TRICARE Operations and Patient Administration Flight at 963-6710.

Ref: Joint Federal Travel Regulation, paragraphs U7960-U7961

The sound of Reveille

Commentary by Lt. Col. Aaron Burgstein 1st Combat Camera Squadron, commander

The other morning I was heading out of the gym to begin my morning run when an Airman (he was wearing Air Force PT gear) said, "You might want to hold on a minute, Reveille is about to start."

The same thing has happened at the end of the day. I distinctly remember one occasion where I went to walk out the front door around 4:30 p.m. and there were at least 10 people clustered just inside the door. Being the naïve lieutenant, I asked if something was going on. "No, Retreat is just about to go off and we don't want to get caught," one of the cluster replied.

Reveille and Retreat are both part of our nor-

mal duty day. Actually, according to AFMAN 362203, they're the start and end to the official duty day. Most bases play one or both of them. Often, they're accompanied by the raising and lowering of the American flag.

The rules are pretty basic for Airmen in uniform. We turn, face the flag or the direction of the sound of the music and stand at parade rest or if we're driving, we stop the car.

When either the national anthem or To the Colors plays, Airmen come to attention and render a salute, holding it until the end of the music.

Civilians should stand at attention, face the flag and place their right hand over their hearts. There are of course exceptions for those on the flight line, performing security work, etc.

It's pretty basic and it doesn't take that much

time. So why do so many people seem to want to miss this opportunity to honor our country, flag and their fellow service members? That's what we're really doing when we pay respect to the flag. We're respecting what it stands for and whom and what it represents.

I wish I were the first person to feel the need to write about this, but a quick Google search will show that many Airmen have written about the customs and courtesies and the importance attached to these two ceremonies.

We're part of a proud heritage and a tradition of honor. Paying our respects to our flag and what it represents is not an obligation, it's a privilege.

So, what will you do the next time you hear the sound of Reveille?

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1st Combat Camera Squadron Airmen volunteer at local shelter

By Staff Sgt. Jennifer Flores 1st Combat Camera Squadron

Airmen and civilians from the 1st Combat Camera Squadron at Joint Base Charleston Air Base, volunteered to cook breakfast at a local shelter in downtown Charleston April 5.

The shelter is managed by Crisis Ministries, a local non-profit organization that serves almost 200,000 meals each year to homeless shelter residents and veterans.

1st Lt. Melissa Allan, 1st CTCS Individual Mobility Augmentee to the Combat Photography Flight Commander said, "Last year, the day after Christmas, I volunteered serving breakfast at the shelter and that's when I learned a group of people could sponsor an entire meal ... so I thought it would be a great idea for our unit to take this on."

The day of the breakfast, 14 volunteers arrived at 5 a.m. and prepped, cooked and served breakfast to more than 120 local residents, including 40 veterans. The team

cooked nearly 300 eggs, 300 pancakes and 14 pounds of bacon, poured nine gallons of orange juice and six gallons of milk.

Allan said, "This is a way that we can not only give back to our own community, but also show veterans, by wearing our uniforms, that we haven't forgotten about them and that we appreciate the sacrifices that they made."

"Volunteers are vital to Crisis Ministries' mission of ending homelessness and hunger one person at a time, one family at a time" said Steffanie Dohn, Crisis Ministries director of development.

Crisis Ministries also provides 1,700 health appointments a year in addition to education, counseling and job-training programs that help more than 70 people a year earn a General Education Diploma or find employment.

If you or your organization are interested in helping Crisis Ministries, go to http:// www.crisisministries.org and click on the volunteer tab.

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Master Sgt. Norma Gonthier prepares bacon at the Crisis Ministries kitchen in downtown Charleston. A team of volunteers from the 1st Combat Camera Squadron, Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, purchased, cooked and served breakfast to more than 120 local homeless shelter residents, including 40 veterans, April 5. Crisis Ministries, a nonprofit agency in Charleston, S.C. serves almost 200,000 meals each year. Gonthier is the 1st CTCS noncommissioned officer in charge of unit training.

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Customer service is a key component in every work center across Joint Base Charleston including the Civil Engineer Squadron service desk whose mission is front and center when there is a problem on JB Charleston that needs attention.

"There is a lot of confusion about what it is we actually do," said Staff Sgt. Sara Wade, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron service desk noncommissioned officer in charge. "Our job is to process all requests for CES, such as electrical problems, pest control, heating ventilation and air conditioning needs for JB Charleston, while ensuring the appropriate contractor or CES shop gets the job done."

CES technicians begin their career with a nine-week technical school at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, where they learn the basic breakdown of each shop in Air Force Civil Engineer Squadrons. Once they have a basic understanding, they begin learning job specifics such as how to receive, process, track and direct work orders for CES customers.

The 628th CES customer service technicians are essential to the mission at JB Charleston because they are responsible for ensuring day-to-day building and road maintenance are taken care of.

The service desk is also responsible for ensuring the appropriate awareness of power outages, providing permits for contractors and residents, maintaining event logs, damage status boards and reports, dispatching appropriate resources and maintaining personnel accountability and damage assessment teams.

The 628th CES is responsible for 13 shops on JB Charleston and in a typical year will process more than 10,000 work orders.

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Victim intervention - a support system

By Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Sexual victimization is devastating. Victims often feel shame and embarrassment and often blame themselves. These feelings can have adverse effects on loved ones, family members and even job performance.

Navy and Air Force leadership have set a fleet and forcewide goal to reduce sexual assault cases. One tool in place to accomplish this goal is the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program, which provides clear guidelines to help victims through the medical, legal and investigative procedures and includes awareness and prevention training for all service members.

Each command or unit is required to have trained SAPR victim advocates as well as a base Sexual Assault Response Coordinator. Navy commands are also required to have a SAPR point of contact who provides all the training requirements for personnel. A sexual assault victim can call any one of these representatives for support during their time of need.

"We want sexual assault victims to know that we are here for them no matter what," said Petty Officer 2nd Class Eric Martin, Naval Support Activity SAPR at JB Charleston Weapons Station. "We hold no biased opinions and we do not judge. Making a victim comfortable, ensuring they are medically cared for and letting them know the options they have as a victim is what we are here to do.

"My job here at NSA is to ensure that everyone, including myself, is up-to-date on their training and to make sure each service member completely understands what reporting options they have and how the system works," Martin said.

According to Martin, in the case of sexual assault, there are two types of reporting procedures: restricted and unrestricted.

Restricted reporting allows sexual assault victims to report on a confidential basis, disclosing the details only to their advocate or base SARC. A victim may also disclose information about their case or report to medical personnel or a chaplain and still have their report remain confidential. This allows victims to receive medical treatment, advocacy and counseling without triggering an official investigation of the crime.

Unrestricted reporting offers medical treatment, advocacy and counseling but includes an official investigation.

Although this report is sent through the standard reporting channels, command, Naval Criminal Investigative Service, security, medical and the victim's advocates, details regarding the incident are limited to those who need to know.

"By training our service members on the SAPR restricted and unrestricted reporting processes, which is very important, it enables our members to better handle situations should they ever find themselves a victim of, or know someone who was a victim," said Tiffany Mizzell, JB Charleston - Weapons Station SARC. "If a person doesn't understand the two methods of reporting sexual assault, it could possibly lead to being re-victimized, either by breaching confidentiality or the victim not having their desires honored. It is a necessity that all our service members are well informed about our policies and any updates to policies as well."

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Air Force officials clarify Bronze Star approval process

By Amaani Lyle Defense Media Activity

WASHINGTON – Recent heightened interest in the Bronze Star Medal has led Air Force Central Command and Air Force Personnel Center leaders to further explain the criteria and approval process for its recipients.

Col. Scott Arcuri, AFCENT director of manpower, personnel and services, said candidates can expect a consistent and rigorous review process for BSM, Meritorious Service Medal or higher award packages submitted from any service through the organizations' channels.

Executive Order 11046 authorizes the secretary of the military department to grant the award for either heroic or meritorious achievement or service, not involving aerial flight, in connection with operations against any opposing armed force, or while serving with friendly forces engaged in an armed conflict.

While the BSM criteria do not necessarily prescribe direct combat engagement with opposing forces, the "V" for valor device distinguishes individuals who have been in engaged in conflict to a lesser degree than what might qualify them for a Silver Star.

"In processing high-level decorations, our primary focus at AFCENT is to determine the degree to which the individual's accomplishments can be tied directly to ground combat operations for the unit in which they served," Arcuri explained.

"We're committed to a consistent, deliberative process that recognizes deserving individuals and reflects that consistency long-term across the Air Force."

Under the direction of AFCENT Commander Lt. Gen. David Goldfein, a bi-monthly board of independent military members comprised of senior officer and enlisted leaders, and a non-voting board president assesses each AFCENT candi-

dates' decoration packages, Arcuri explained.

The board assembles at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., and does not use quotas in its determinations, but the approval rate is typically between 50-60 percent, Arcuri noted, adding that nominators can even resubmit a downgraded or disapproved package within a year to include supporting information.

"This intensive process is so important that General Goldfein or his deputy commander personally addresses each board to ensure that only the worthiest individuals receive this recognition," Arcuri said. "We bring in currently wing, group and vice commanders and command chief master sergeants from across the CENTCOM (area of responsibility) to carefully consider the merits of the individual."

Board members receive clear and direct guidance to make decisions that represent the greater interest of the Air Force without regard to their particular wing or career field, Arcuri added.

As Airmen continue to support and embed with other branches and units in contingency operations, BSMs awarded from other services have become more frequent, Arcuri said.

The criteria, though generic, can be applied specifically to the mission and determination of each service's chain of command, Arcuri explained, noting the Air Force's shift to an administrative concur/non-concur role when another branch awards the decoration to an Airman.

"It is within the prerogative of any branch to award a BSM, and typically we have no reason to question that determination," Arcuri said, adding that even in rare cases of Air Force non-concurrence, the granting service can override the recommendation.

Arcuri also acknowledged that decorations can critically impact accrued points under the Weighted Airman Promotion System, leaving some service members to ques-

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AFPC officials have confirmed the BSM to be on par with the MSM from a promotion point system perspective.

"The Air Force can award either the BSM or the MSM in theater, while the Army typically awards the BSM - but each is worth five points in the promotion system," said Will Brown, Air Force Evaluations and Recognitions Branch chief at AFPC. A finance Airman returning from an embedded tour with the Army is among 13,354 others who, since 9/11, have received the decoration, including 839 recipients recognized with valor for combat heroism, Brown added.

"The number of BSM recipients in no way diminishes the accomplishments of those individuals who have earned it; rather, allows commanders to recognize meritorious or heroic service which may have occurred in various capacities or missions within a particular unit or service," Brown said.

Still, Arcuri maintains that AFCENT and other approving officials are less interested in comparing award criteria or approval statistics to other services, so much as maintaining the integrity of the decoration process and its original intent.

During World War II, the BSM evolved from the "Ground Medal" developed by a U.S. Army colonel to raise morale and distinguish the actions of ground troops from those in aerial combat. On Feb. 4, 1944, President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Bronze Star Medal by Executive Order 9419, retroactive to Dec. 7, 1941.

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628th LRS Fuels Airmen bring 'fuel to the fight'

By Airman 1st Class Dennis Sloan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

The Airmen of the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron store, test and move fuel at an alarming rate.

Housing 3 million gallons of fuel in seven tanks, the 628th LRS fuels Airmen supplied 42 million gallons of fuel to cars, trucks, forklifts and aircraft on Joint Base Charleston this past fiscal year.

"With the operations tempo slowing, the amount of fuel we were moving decreased, but due to joint basing, we now supply fuel to JB Charleston - Weapons Station, which has brought our operations tempo back up," said Tech. Sgt. David Hewer, 628th LRS fuels service center controller.

Having moved more than 65 million gallons of fuel in fiscal year 2010, the unit was awarded the Air Mobility Command Penton Award in 2011, earning them the title of the best fuels flight in AMC. The unit also won the Penton Award in 2009.

"We are the best fuels flight in AMC, but we are not done," said Chief Master Sgt. Nathaniel Hawkins, 628th LRS fuels manager. "Even though we have taken best in AMC twice in the past three years we won't stop until we are considered the best in the Air Force."

Hawkins has served in the Pacific Air Force Command, the Air Combat Command and now AMC. "The ACC's mission is to put bombs on target. Our mission here is supply," said Hawkins.

Hawkins noted the Airmen here may not have the exciting mission ACC fuels Airmen have, but they take a lot of pride in knowing they provide safe and serviceable fuel to aircraft that bring supplies to the fight.

Several of the Airmen in the unit have been stationed here for five or more years.

"The Airmen here are a family," said Hawkins."We all know the mission comes first, but we still make time to take care of one another."

The unit is divided into six sections which work together to make sure the mission is completed effectively and efficiently.

Airman 1st Class Mark Miller samples fuel at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base April 24. Fuel is sampled and tested daily. Miller is a 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels laboratory technician.

The six different sections include the laboratory, facilities, training and support, distribution, fuels service center and the refueling maintenance section.

Staff Sgt. Jonathan Kloesel, 628th LRS Fuels noncommissioned officer in charge of the laboratory, has been stationed here for a little more than four years.

Prior to becoming the NCOIC of the laboratory, Kloesel worked in the refueling maintenance section.

"I've spent a lot of my time here working with the vehicles that take the fuel to the aircraft and to various locations around base," said U.S. Air Force photos / Staff Sgt. Katie Gieratz Kloesel. "Now that I work in Airman 1st Class Mark Miller tests fuel at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, April 24. Fuel is the lab, my job is more tech- sampled and tested daily for water contamination. Miller is a 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels laboratory technician. nical."

Laboratory Airmen are responsible for testing fuels samples from each of the seven tanks weekly and from each fuel truck monthly.

"I get to do a lot more with the fuel now instead of working on the vehicles," said Kloesel.

Working with liquid oxygen is another aspect of the laboratory Airmen's job.

"Not a lot of people can say they've worked with liquid oxygen," said Kloesel. "It's exciting and dangerous at the same time. Liquid oxygen is highly combustible and deserves respect when working with it."

The fuel and liquid oxygen that Kloesel works with to reach an aircraft or truck requires intense coordination by the fuels service center.

"When a call is made from the flight line for fuel, the service center locates the appropriate fuel and ensures one of the 10 fuel trucks brings that fuel to the appropriate location in a Staff Sgt. Jonathon Kloessel pours fuel into a collection bin after timely manner.� testing at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, April 24. Fuel for Air Their motto or mission statement is to, "Safely provide the Force aircraft is sampled and tested daily. Kloessel is a 628th right fuel at the right place at the right time and in sufficient Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels laboratory technician. quantity to ensure all aircraft launch as scheduled.

The unit supports 53 C-17 Globemaster III aircraft with a 94 percent on-time departure rate.

"Nothing on this base moves without us supplying them with fuel first," said Hawkins. "We as a unit love what we do and continue to strive to be the best."

Staff Sgt. Jonathon Kloessel secures the issue hose coupler prior to liquid oxygen testing at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 23. The liquid oxygen tanks are tested for contaminants every 90 days and provide oxygen directly to pilots.

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Staff Sgt. David Perez explains procedures on how to replace a downed driver in a High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle during tactical vehicle training at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 24. The monthly training is given to members of the 628th Security Forces Squadron to familiarize them with operating tactical vehicles and how to perform security checks while in a convoy. Perez is a 628th SFS trainer.

Senior Airman Anthony Brunner looks out the window while riding in a HighMobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle during tactical vehicle training at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 24. The monthly training is given to members of the 628th Security Forces Squadron to familiarize them with operating tactical vehicles and how to perform security checks while in a convey. Brunner is a 628th SFS journeyman.

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Airman 1st Class Angela Sell checks with her team before driving a HighMobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle during tactical vehicle training at Joint Base Charleston Air Base, April 24. The monthly training is given to members of the 628th Security Forces Squadron to familiarize them with operating tactical vehicles and how to perform security checks while in a convoy. Sell is a 628th SFS journeyman.

628th Security Forces Squadron members drive High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles during tactical vehicle training at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 24. The monthly training is given to members of the 628th SFS to familiarize them with operating tactical vehicles and how to perform security checks while in a convoy.

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Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Airmen assigned to the 437th Maintenance Squadron Ammo flight, 427th Airlift Wing, are dedicated to spending time volunteering within the community. One area where they volunteer is Eagle Harbor Ranch in Summerville, a place of refuge and shelter for boys ages six to 21 who are orphaned, neglected, abused and abandoned.

Senior Airman Caprice Frazier, 437th MXS munitions accountability technician and Airman 1st Class Arnold StonePatterson, 437th MXS munitions controller, began volunteering at Eagle Harbor Ranch in March 2011.

"Life is about making a positive difference and assisting these boys makes me feel good," said Frazier. "I enjoy telling the kids about the military, answering any questions they may have as well as telling them all of the possible opportunities that are out there for them."

437th MXS Airmen have taken the boys on outings to a River Dog's baseball game and to the Navy's Short Stay Outdoor Recreation Area. They have also collected more than 20 bags of clothing for the boys.

Last November, the ammo flight provided a Thanksgiving dinner at the ranch. They also have hosted several cook-outs.

In the future they are planning to build a volleyball court for the boys. It is expected to be finished in June.

"Every boy in this home has his own story and they are all important to me," said Stone-Patterson. "These boys have made a huge impact on my life."

The Eagle Harbor Ranch currently houses 16 boys who live in one of two homes on the ranch. Foster parents Joel and Jeannie Wilson manage a home with younger boys and foster parents Bob and Dawn Stezel manage a home with the older teens.

"It is our desire to empower each child to rise above their past through love, structure and an opportunity to succeed in life," said Eagle Harbor owners Danny and Liz Gilbert.

A young boy plays at Eagle Harbor Ranch in Summerville, April 12. Eagle Harbor Ranch is a place of refuge and shelter for children ages six to 21 who are orphaned, neglected, abused or abandoned. Airmen from the 437th Maintenance Squadron Ammo Flight, 437th Airlift Wing, volunteer at Eagle Harbor Ranch at least four times a year.

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The boys get a second chance at Eagle Harbor ranch when their current living conditions lack structure or they are mentally, physically or emotionally damaging to the child.

Many factors, including court decisions and custody issues, determine how long the boys are able to stay at Eagle Harbor.

While some of the boys will leave the home in a short time span, others may stay until they become adults and can care for themselves.

"I do this because I enjoy it, not because I'm looking for something in return," said Stone- Senior Airman David Collins makes burgers and hot dogs at Eagle Harbor Ranch in Patterson. "I never had Summerville, April 12. The Eagle Harbor Ranch has been open since 2004. Collins is from the 437th Maintenance Squadron. anyone to look up to when I was growing up or anybody who volunteered in my community, so this really hits home for me. It makes me happy to see these boys smile.

Regardless of your situation you still need to be able to smile."

Recently, the 437th MXS munitions flight began providing each of the boys a $50 gift card for their birthday. They have also started a mentor program. Volunteers must pass a background check by the Department of Social Services and consent to release information before they are assigned one of the boys.

"We are always looking for more help." says Frazier.

"People should help the community; it builds a foundation and keeps it safe. This gives the boys something to look forward to and good role models to follow in the future."

A resident plays with a dog at Eagle Harbor Ranch in The help that the ranch has received from the Airmen has Summerville, April 12. Airmen from the 437th Maintenance made an impact on not just the boys, but the owners as well. Squadron Ammo Flight, 437th Airlift Wing, volunteer at Eagle "To have people from an important worldwide organiza- Harbor Ranch at least four times a year. tion show an interest in these boys verifies what we teach them is true," says Joel Wilson, one of the owners at the Eagle Harbor Ranch. "That is, with faith, hard work, kindness, discipline and a positive attitude, we can all be productive members of society no matter our background."

Airman 1st Class Arnold Stone-Patterson plays basketball with a young man at Eagle Harbor Ranch in Summerville, April 12. Eagle Harbor Ranch is a place of refuge and shelter for children ages six to 21 who are orphaned, neglected, abused or abandoned.

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May is National Drowning Prevention Awareness Month

By Nancy Haynsworth Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station aquatics coordinator

The month of May is often associated with the beginning of the summer season and the warmer weather brings large numbers of people to the water; backyard pools, beaches, waterfronts and public aquatic facilities.

Unfortunately, the month of May also signals an increase in drowning tragedies across our nation.

The National Drowning Prevention Alliance is spearheading a collaborative national effort to support May as National Drowning Prevention Month. The campaign's primary goal is to promote water safety and celebrate the role swimming and water safety play in physical and mental health and quality of life for Americans.

Among skilled swimmers, shallow water blackout is the number one cause of drowning. Individuals, who hyperventilate prior to submerging in order to stay underwater longer, exhale too much carbon dioxide which stops the breathing reflex. When blood oxygen levels deplete, the person loses consciousness and drowns without ever feeling the urge to breathe.

According to the Center for Disease Control, about 10 people die every day from unintentional drowning; 20 percent of victims are age 14 and younger. Drowning is the sixth leading cause of unintentional injury death for people of all ages and the second leading cause of death for children ages one to 14 years old. Children ages one to four and minorities have the highest rates of drowning of all groups.

Parents and caregivers are key to keeping children safe in, on and around the water.

Making safety paramount can be the difference between fun and fatality.

Learn to swim. Swimming lessons for toddlers, young children and even adults can help protect from drowning. Swimming lessons must never be a substitute for constant parental supervision. Both, the JB Charleston - Weapons Station and Air Base, offer a complete array of swimming lessons.

Learn CPR. CPR can help you save a life.

Learn CPR and get recertified every two years.

Use the buddy system. Always swim with a buddy and choose swimming sites that have lifeguards on duty.

Do not use air-filled or foam toys as safety devices. Toys, such as water wings, noodles or inner-tubes are not a replacement for Coast Guard-approved life jackets. While these toys are fun, they are not designed to keep swimmers safe.

Supervise your children. Supervise young children at all times around bathtubs, mop buckets, toilets, swimming pools and natural bodies of water. When supervising kids near water, avoid distracting activities such as playing cards, reading books or talking on the phone, and always stay close enough to reach out and touch young children at all times.

Don't drink alcohol. Avoid alcohol before or during swimming, boating or water skiing and never drink alcohol while supervising children.

If you have a pool at home:

Install four-sided fencing. Install a four-sided pool fence, at least four-feet high that separates the house and play area from the pool area. Use self-closing and self-latching gates that open outward with latches that are out of the reach of children.

Clear the pool deck of toys. Always remove floats, balls and other toys from the pool and surrounding area after use. These toys may encourage children to enter the pool area unsupervised and potentially fall into the pool.

Around natural bodies of water:

Wear life jackets. Even if they know how to swim, make sure children wear life jackets in and around natural bodies of water. Use U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets when boating, regardless of travel distance, boat size or boater's swimming ability.

Before swimming or boating, know the local weather conditions and forecast.

Avoid swimming and or boating whenever there are strong winds and thunder or lightning. Watch for dangerous waves and signs of rip currents. If caught in a rip current, swim parallel to shore; once free, swim diagonally away from the current toward shore.

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School Choice Showcase

Military members and their families attend the School Choice Showcase at the Joint Base Charleston Club, April 23. The showcase provided information to JB Charleston families about the educational choices available for their children in the Lowcountry area. The event featured musical performances from local school children and informational displays from local schools.

U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class George Goslin

Launch date announced for new Roth TSP option

By Kim Weaver Thrift Savings Plan public affairs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board recently announced that May 7 will be the day the Thrift Savings Plan will begin accepting Roth TSP contributions.

The Roth TSP was authorized by the Thrift Savings Plan Enhancement Act of 2009, which was enacted June 22, 2009, and will allow Federal civilian employees and members of the uniformed services to contribute after-tax dollars into the TSP for the first time. Both the contributions and their earnings will be tax-free when withdrawn, as long as IRS requirements are met.

According to Greg Long, executive director of the agency, "the Roth TSP option offers an important new tool for Federal civilian employees and uniformed service members in managing their retirement income by providing greater flexibility in the tax treatment of contributions now and in the future."

Long noted that the agency will continue to provide participants and agencies with educational materials to help them understand this new option but, as with all tax matters, participants should seek the advice of their qualified tax or financial advisers for answers to questions pertaining to their specific tax situation.

The agency has been sharing Roth TSP planning bulletins with agency and service payroll

and personnel representatives since Dec. 2010 to provide them with the information they require to be able to program their payroll systems to accept and transmit pre-tax and after-tax money. The agency is aware that not all agencies or services have completed the technical and programmatic modifications of their payroll systems required to implement Roth TSP. These agencies or services will require additional time to modify their payroll systems and will be able to begin participation in Roth as soon after May 5 as possible.

With the addition of the Roth TSP option, participants can choose to invest pre-tax or aftertax dollars in any of the TSP funds, up to the Internal Revenue Code limits.

Additional information can be found at www.tsp.gov.

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Staff Sgt. Matthew Skvarna holds his father's and grandfather's aircrew wings as well as his grandfather's World War II aircrew diary on Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 20. Skvarna is a third-generation aircrew member and carries these items with him on every mission. His father was a C-141 loadmaster and his grandfather was a right gunner on a B-29 Superfortress. His grandfather also received the Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross for his efforts during the Pacific campaign during WWII. Skvarna is an instructor loadmaster with the 17th Airlift Squadron, 437th Airlift Wing.

Matthew's father, Edward B., grew up in California. He enjoyed building model airplanes, listening to his dad's heroic war stories and knowing that when his time came, he was going to enlist in the U.S. Air Force. After graduating high school, he did just that.

During his time in the Air Force, Matthew's father reached the rank of senior master sergeant before commissioning as an officer. He retired as a captain in the Air Force Reserve.

He spent more than 15 years of his career as a C-141 loadmaster, where he traveled to countries all over the world.

Every mission Edward B. went on, he wore his father’s old flight wings. They were battered and worn from all his missions during World War II. "Being a loadmaster was an amazing experience," said the retired captain. "I've always had pride in my military experience. Even after the Vietnam War, when some people didn't have pride, I'd proudly wear my uniform in front of them."

Today, Matthew's father is the chief of police at the Bob Hope International Airport in Burbank, Calif. While at the airport, he makes it his personal mission to approach every uniformed service member he can and thank them for their service to the country.

According to retired Capt. Skvarna, one of his greatest accomplishments in the military came years after he retired from the service.

Matthew was able to give his father, Edward B., a tour inside the C-17 Globemaster III shortly after it landed in Long Beach, Calif. It was during that tour Matthew's father noticed the impact his generation had on today's loadmasters.

The original design engineers of the C-17 flew multiple flights around the world with various aircrew members, including Matthew's father, while they were brainstorming the internal design of the new C-17. It was on those flights that Matthew's father was able to make multiple requests to be made on the upcoming aircraft.

"I sat the design engineers down and told them exactly what loadmasters needed to be safer and to do their job better, such as fixing troop seats, loadmaster's crew position on the plane and having a weight balance computer for loadmasters," said Matthew's father. "When Matt gave me a tour of the plane he flies in all over the world, I noticed the designers made every adjustment I suggested years ago. It's rewarding for me because not only did I take part in helping future loadmasters stay safe and do their job more efficiently, one of those loadmasters is my son."

Although the youngest Skvarna came from a historically military family, he didn't enlist in the Air Force right after high school.

"My grandfather knew I'd join the military before I ever considered it," said Matthew.

"One of the proudest moments he had was when I became a loadmaster, because not only was I doing a similar job as my father did in the military, but also a similar job to what he once did."

Joining the Air Force also gave Matthew a deeper understanding of both his father and grandfather. The C-17 he flies in soars thousands of feet above the same foreign lands as his father and grandfather's respective planes did years ago.

"Wherever I deploy, there is always a bond that I share with generations of aircrew members before me," said Matthew. "It is an unspoken bond shared among my grandpa, dad, myself and countless veterans all over the world. Having such a powerful commonality bridges my family's history with the Air Force's history. As the Air Force has changed, so have I." "Matt didn't know it at the time," said Matthew's father. "But I influenced him at an early age to be a loadmaster. He's always had the perfect attitude; he is a flexible person that thinks outside the box. I would have been proud no matter what he did in life, but carrying on the aircrew legacy of his grandfather and me as successfully as he has, has made his grandfather and me very proud."

Matthew's grandfather passed away in August 2010, shortly after Matthew returned from his third deployment as a loadmaster. Edward M.’s flight wings, tarnished with age and the additional years of wear from Matthew’s father, are proudly worn today by Matthew as he flies missions all over the world.

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Sailors use Voluntary Sea Duty Program to shape career Courtesy of Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs

MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Just three months since announced, more than 360 Sailors have applied for the Voluntary Sea Duty Program, officials said April 24.

"We're very pleased with the response from the Fleet," said Capt. Kent Miller, director, Enlisted Distribution Division, Navy Personnel Command. "The intent of this program is to focus on improving sea duty manning, with deploying units and Fleet balance being prime considerations."

Announced in NAVADMIN 043/12, Navy established VSDP for highly trained and motivated Sailors to fill critical billets at sea in support of Navy's global mission.

Under the program, Sailors may apply to extend their enlistment in their current sea duty billet beyond their prescribed sea tour, terminate their shore duty early in order to extend their enlistment to obtain new orders to a sea duty billet, or accept back-to-back sea duty orders. The sea duty assignment may be on board ships, squadrons, or other qualified sea duty assignments.

"I thought I would take the opportunity to transfer back to Bangor Submarine Base," said Sonar Technician 2nd Class Matthew McKinsey, assigned to Naval Ocean Processing

Facility Whidbey Island. McKinsey's current shore assignment and location of family members require the Sailor, who has served 10 years, to commute two hours a day each way.

Volunteers will be assigned to commands within the same geographic location as the current command if available, providing the benefit of geographic stability for Sailors and family members. The Navy will also consider Sailors' requests for out-of-area moves. "[VSDP] would allow me to spend more time with my family, increase my financial flexibility and give me a higher sense of job accomplishment by working in my rate and exposure and experience to multiple job tasking," said McKinsey.

Sailors accepted into VSDP will be able to defer their Perform-to-Serve window to the minimum obligated service requirement for the orders negotiated, typically 24 months.

"PTS deferment allows VSDP Sailors to extend their current enlistment for orders or extend at their current assignment without a PTS quota," said Miller.

Eligibility criteria for PTS deferment is outlined in the NAVADMIN. VSDP also provides Sailors a chance to improve their records and increase their competitive edge through sustained superior performance at sea.

"I utilized the Voluntary Sea Duty Program to negotiate for a specific billet," said Petty Officer 1st Class Shannun La Morte, command career counselor, Navy Information Operations Command Norfolk. "As a single mother of a 12year-old and as a career counselor, I was aware of the type of billet I needed for progression. Thankfully there was a sea billet in the area to accommodate."

Volunteers will not be required to accept a billet they do not desire. The detailers will work with volunteers during two CMS/ID cycles to find desirable orders. If no match is found during this time period, Sailors can reapply.

This program does not change eligibility or benefits for the Sea Duty Incentive Pay Program and Sailors may take advantage of both programs concurrently.

Requests will be accepted until Sept. 30. All 1306/7 requests should be forwarded to Navy Personnel Command via the Chain of Command.

For complete information on eligibility, restrictions and application procedures as well as benefits of VSDP, read NAVADMIN 043/12 at www.npc.navy.mil and speak with your command career counselor.

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Airmen 1st Class Jessalyn Oglesby (right) and Jamal Snow perform a security scan at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 10. The official mail room center has to scan a certain percentage of the packages that arrive on base. Snow and Oglesby are 628th Communications Squadron knowledge operations management journeymen.

Airman 1st Class Jessalyn Oglesby organizes mail at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, April 10.

The 628th Communications Squadron processes 100 to 200 pieces of official mail everyday.

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Above, Airman 1st Class Jessalyn Oglesby delivers packages at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, April 10. The 628th Communications Squadron mail room at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base is also responsible for the Naval Weapons Station mail center. Oglesby is a 628th CS knowledge operations management journeyman.

At left, Airman 1st Class Jamal Snow assists Airman 1st Class Londone Yates at Joint Base Charleston Air Base, April 10. Snow is a 628th CS knowledge operations management journeyman.

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April 27 / Retirement Ceremony for Kathy Perry: The Airman & Family Readiness Center will hold a retirement ceremony for Kathy Perry, Joint Base Charleston Casualty representative, April 27 at 3 p.m. at the JB Charleston - Air Base Chapel Annex. Please respond to Kaitlyn Zito at 963-8873 or email Kaitlyn.Zito@us.af.mil.

April 28 / Chamber Music Charleston: The Chamber Music Charleston is producing a special Classical Kids Concert at Memminger Auditorium, April 28 at 1 p.m. The concert is free with military I.D. Tickets will be available at will call. Contact Sandra Nilolajevs at Sandra@chambermusiccharleston.org to reserve tickets. / Initial Key Spouse Training: This event is for newly appointed Key Spouses, April 28 from 8:30 to 3:30 p.m. For more information, contact Kaitlyn Zito at 963-8873.

May 1 / Unleashing the Power of a Budget: Learn to create a budget and how it can help you accomplish your financial goals, May 1 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

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May 2 / Spouse Introduction to JB Charleston - Air Base: A fun & fast-paced introduction to JB Charleston - Air Base for military spouses. Meet other newly-arrived spouses, connect with your sponsor's unit Key Spouse and learn where to shop, dine and play in the Lowcountry. Call 963-4406 for more information. / Newcomer's Tour: Enjoy a guided tour of Charleston's historic district including the Citadel Military College, Ft. Moultrie and Isle of Palms, May 2 from 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tour bus departs from and returns to the A&FRC. Call 963-4406 for more information.

May 4 / VA Workshop for Disability Compensation Claims: A VA representative covers the VA claims & filing process, May 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Members must sign-up at the medical records section at JB Charleston - Air Base clinic no later than Monday prior to the workshop. For information, contact George Ferguson at 963-5187. / VA One-On-One Disability Claims Assistance: Speak one on one with a VA representative, May 4 from 1 to 3 p.m. For information, contact George Ferguson at 963-5187.

May 8 / Federal Employee of the Year luncheon: The Federal Employee of the Year Awards luncheon, hosted by the Federal Executive Association of the Greater Charleston Area will be held May 8 at 11:30 a.m. at the RedBank Club. Everyone is welcome to support the 628th Air Base Wing civilian nominees.

For more information, contact George McDowell at 963-5518. / Educational Opportunities Counseling: These half-hour, one-on-one sessions allow you to meet with an expert who will help you reach your educational goals, May 8 from 10 to 11:30 am. Call 9634406 for more information. / Investing Made Easy: Learn how to get started, make a financial plan and get an overview of financial markets and fraud, May 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. Call 963-4406 for more information.

May 9 / My New Space: This workshop is specifically designed for individuals moving out of the dorm and addresses tips for financial success, May 9 from 8 to 9 a.m. Call 963-4406 for more information. / Workforce Specialist: Half-hour appointments are available to meet with a workforce specialist who will provide one-one-one job referrals as well as a basic resume and interview assistance, May 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. Available to active duty, retirees, their dependents and DoD civilians. Call 963-4406 for more information.

May 10 / Deployed Spouse Appreciation Dinner: Held at the JB Charleston - Air Base picnic grounds, all spouses of deployed military members are invited, May 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Come out and join us for great fellowship, support, activities and good food ... all on us. Bring the children because we will entertain and astound them. Call 963-4406 for more information.

May 15 / Homeschool Overview Workshop: This workshop investigates the homeschooling world by answering questions and meeting other families who home school, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how to get started, the type of curriculum required and support for homeschooling efforts. Contact Cicely McCray at 963-5444 for more information. / Transition Assistance Program (Tap) Workshop: Learn how to transition from the military to civilian life with ease, May 15 through 18 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 963-4406 for more information.

May 16 / Creating Your High School Resume: Learn how to build a resume based on classes, activities and skills, May 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. For information, contact Amanda Ambrose at 963-5780. / Spouse Employment/Scholarship Orientation: Learn about free available job resources, services, resumes, the local job market, scholarships and other job search issues, May 16 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Call 963-4406 for more information. / All You Need to Know about Building, Maintaining and Repairing Credit: Whether you want to build, maintain or fix your credit and score, this class will cover every aspect of the credit report Events and credit scoring, May 16 from 2:30 to 4 p.m., Call April 27 963-4406 for more information. / 112th Submarine Birthday Ball: Rear Adm. May 17 / Troops to Teachers: Counseling and assistance Joseph Tofalo, Commander, Submarine Group 10 to help eligible veterans and their spouses transition will be the guest speaker at the 112th Submarine into a new career, May 17 from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. Birthday Ball onboard USS Yorktown April 27.

Certification requirements, routes to state certifica- Cocktails start at 6 p.m. with dinner to follow at 7 tion, and employment leads will be discussed. Call p.m. Contact Chief Petty Officer Opie at 574-8187 or 574-8193 for more information or go to 963-4406 for more information. www.charlestonssubball.org May 18 April 28 / National Transportation Week Golf / Chamber Music Charleston: The Chamber Tournament: The 437th Aerial Port Squadron is hosting a four-player, Captains Choice golf tournament Music Charleston is producing a special Classical May 18 at 10 a.m., at the Wrenwoods Golf Course. Kids Concert at Memminger Auditorium, April 28 at For more information contact master Sgt. Wimmer at 1 p.m. The concert is free with military I.D. Tickets 963-4898, Master Sgt. Burkhart at 963-7144 or Lt. will be available at will call. Contact Sandra Nilolajevs at Sandra@chambermusiccharleston.org Hayes at 963-3071. to reserve tickets.

May 23 May 8 / Ten Steps to A Federal Job (Resume): Learn the / Federal Employee of the Year luncheon: The process for landing a federal job, May 23 from 9 a.m.

Federal Employee of the Year Awards luncheon, hostto noon. Call 963-4406 for more information. ed by the Federal Executive Association of the May 24 / Deciphering The Career Status Bonus Greater Charleston Area will be held May 8 at 11:30 (CSB/Redux): Individuals must select between two a.m. at the RedBank Club. Everyone is welcome to retirement systems between their 14 ½ & 15 year support the 628th Air Base Wing civilian nominees. mark of service. This brief workshop explains the For more information, contact George McDowell at financial of impact of both, May 24 from 3 to 3:30 963-5518.

May 10 p.m. Call 963-4406 for more information. / Deployed Spouse Appreciation Dinner: Held at May 29 / Making Sense of The Tsp (Both Civilian & the JB Charleston - Air Base picnic grounds, all Military): Simplified language to help the novice spouses of deployed military members are invited, investors understand the purpose of the TSP, whether May 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Come out and join us for it's a good choice, strategies to use when investing in great fellowship, support, activities and good food ... the TSP, and more, May 29 from noon to 1 p.m. Call all on us. Bring the children because we will entertain and astound them. Call 963-4406 for more informa963-4406 for more information. / Field Grade Officer Notification Training: tion.

May 15 Training for FGOs in the notification process for / Homeschool Overview Workshop: This workcasualties, May 29 from 10 to 11 a.m. Call 963-4406 shop investigates the homeschooling world by for more information. answering questions and meeting other families who May 30 / Smooth Move: Learn from numerous experts, home school, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn such as Finance & TMO, on how to PCS smoothly, how to get started, the type of curriculum required May 30 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Call 963-4406 for more and support for homeschooling efforts. Contact Cicely McCray at 963-5444 for more information. information.

May 17 May 31 / Troops to Teachers: Counseling and assistance / Exceptional Family Member Program Support Group: Support Group for families enrolled in the to help eligible veterans and their spouses transition exceptional family member program, May 31 from 6 into a new career, May 17 from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. For information, contact Okereta (Reta) Certification requirements, routes to state certification, and employment leads will be discussed. Call Mills at 963-4411.

963-4406 for more information.

May 31 Special Announcements / Exceptional Family Member Program Support / The base Honor Guard team is recreating their Group: Support Group for families enrolled in the Heritage Hall and is accepting contributions of any exceptional family member program, May 31 from 6 and all old air force uniforms, coins, flags, pictures, to 8 p.m. For information, contact Okereta (Reta) items etc. These items can be dropped off at the Mills at 963-4411.

Honor Guard Bldg. 4450 New Mexico Ave, Hunley Park Base Housing Area, or they will pick them up.

Special Announcements Call 767-2134. They will also be gathering names of / LEAN Awareness Class: Learn how to create a the individuals who donate so they can be invited to the unveiling of the new Heritage Hall when it is more efficient and effective environment in the workplace and learn proven techniques and methods to elimcomplete. / LEAN Awareness Class: Learn how to create a inate waste in processes. The Lean Awareness Class is more efficient and effective environment in the work- held every Tuesday in Bldg. 16,000, Mission Support place and learn proven techniques and methods to Group Conference Room from 8 to 11 a.m. Call George eliminate waste in processes. The Lean Awareness McDowell at 469-8378 for more information. / Coupon Exchange: The FFSC has a coupon Class is held every Tuesday in Bldg. 16,000, Mission Support Group Conference Room from 8 to 11 a.m. exchange station in Bldg. 755 and is open to all miliCall George McDowell at 469-8378 for more infor- tary and family members. Bring in unused coupons between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through mation. / Over Pricing (ZOP) Program: Per Air Mobility Friday and help yourself to coupons for your family.

Command, everyone that orders parts through the Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for more information. / Stepping Stones Pre-school Story Time: Parents Department of Defense stock system is requested to file a report when large discrepancies in prices exist and pre-school children learn together through stofor parts received. An example would be a $5 part ries, songs, arts & crafts and play time with the that costs $500. All personnel should contact the "Stepping Stones" Pre-school Story Time program at 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Customer the Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Branch Service office to file a complaint. For questions, con- Library. Children must be pre-school age and accomcerns or further instruction on ZOP, contact Staff Sgt. panied by a parent or guardian. This free program is every Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. To register call Charles Brown at 963-4831. / Spouse Introduction to Joint Base Charleston: 764-7900. / Birthday bowling parties: Looking for someHeld the first and third Wednesday of each month, this is a fun and fast-paced introduction to JB thing different to do for your next birthday party?

Charleston for all military spouses who have recently Marrington Bowling Center has birthday bowling moved here. Meet other newly-arrived spouses, con- parties that are great for kids of any age. Call the nect with your sponsor's unit Key Spouse and learn bowling center for party options and availability. / Stroller Rollers offers "Fitness for Mom, fun for where to shop, dine and play in the Lowcountry. Get the information you need to make this your family's baby!" Attention new mothers, now there is a way to best assignment ever. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 get fit while spending quality time with your baby.

With the Stroller Rollers program, you'll shape up to register. / Coupon exchange: The AFRC has a coupon with a power walk and body sculpting while strolling exchange that is open to all ranks. Bring in your with your baby. It's a great chance to interact with unused coupons between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday other new moms. Classes meet at the Naval Support through Friday and help yourself to coupons for you Activity gymnasium on Mondays, Wednesdays and and your family. For more information on the coupon Fridays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Classes are free.

Materials are provided. For more information, call exchange, call 963-4408.

MWR Fitness Director Nancy Haynsworth at 7644067.

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clock professional tutors who can assist with homework, studying, test preparation, proof-reading and more. Active-duty military members and National Guard, Reserve personnel and Defense Department civilians on active duty in a deployed status and their family members are eligible to participate.

Tutor.com's network includes more than 2,500 professional tutors who have delivered more than six million, one-on-one tutoring sessions since 2001.

Each tutor is certified through the site, and all sessions are recorded for quality control. The program can also be accessed through a free app for the iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad. / Make your next party a movie party at Cinema One: Looking for a unique idea for your next group party? Why not make it a movie party? Cinema One offers private showings of your favorite feature films.

Cinema One movie parties are perfect for birthday celebrations, command socials, class trips, youth groups and lots more. Movie parties are free to groups of 40 or more (with concessions purchase) and are $40 to groups of less than 40 people. Call theater manager, Teresa Stuckey, at 764-4107 for reservation information. / Budget for Baby: The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society offers a basic budgeting class for expecting mothers. Class is held every second Thursday of the month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. After completing the class, each mom receives a Layette filled with free baby items such as crib sheets, onesies and a homemade blanket. Call 764-7662 or come by 1004 Jefferson Ave., Bldg. 717 to sign up for the class. / Work & Family Life Specialists: Work & Family Life specialists are available by appointment.

Get help with job referrals, resume and interview assistance, first move and information about educational opportunities for active duty, retirees, family members and Department of Defense civilians. Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for an appointment. / Personal Financial Management: Let an FFSC certified financial specialists assist you in accessing and explaining your credit report. They can provide the tools and information to improve your score and make the right decisions about collections and debt.

Call FFSC at 764-7480 for more information. / Wise Credit Choices: Did you know that your credit score is a huge deciding factor for interest rates, mortgages, insurance costs, employability, loans, deposits, etc.? Call a personal financial manager at the FFSC for an appointment at 764-7480. / Developing your spending plan: Let a financial education specialist at the FFSC on Joint Base Charleston-Weapons Station provide you the tools and resources needed to develop a financial plan of your dreams. The purpose of a financial plan is for you to determine where you are now, where you want to go and how you plan to get there by starting today.

Contact the FFSC 764-7480 for more information.

Stepping Stones Pre-School storytime: Parents and pre-school children learn together through stories, songs, arts & crafts and play time with the Stepping Stones Pre-school Story Time program at the JB CHS - Weapons Station Branch Library. Children must be pre-school age and accompanied by a parent or guardian. This free program is Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. To register, call 764-7900. / MWR's Recycling Department calling for all metal: Containers for empty aluminum cans are located throughout the Naval Support Activity.

Aluminum cans are the mainstay of the recycling program; however, all types of metal are accepted. If you have heavy metal products that need to be picked up, call the Recycling Department at 743-0510. All recycling proceeds go towards enhancing your Morale, Welfare, Recreation facilities and programs. / Resale vehicle lot: Selling a car, truck, camper, boat or motorcycle? MWR's "Hot Deals on Wheels" used vehicle lot offers the only authorized place to display vehicles for sale on Naval Support Activity.

The lot is located near Red Bank Road in the New Wave Pool parking lot. The cost is $8 per week for military and immediate family and $10 per week for retirees and DoD civilians. Reservations and payment are accepted at the Information, Tickets and Tours Office. Call 764-2120 for more information. / "Early Bird" drop-off service: The Auto Skills Center, located on Fletcher Street, offers "Early Bird" drop-off service for your convenience. Vehicles in need of service can be dropped off prior to our normal operating hours using the key drop-box, located outside the facility. Patrons can simply fill out the provided envelope with an explanation of the mechanic services needed, place the vehicle keys in the envelope, and drop them in the box. Call the Auto Skills Center during their normal operating hours to receive an estimate or to provide any additional information concerning the work needed.

Free movies at Cinema I at JB Charleston – Weapons Station

Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. / Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows: April 27, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 / We Bought a Zoo: April 28, 5 p.m., Rated PG / Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows: April 28, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 / We Bought a Zoo: April 29, 2 p.m., Rated PG

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Air Force officials: Check Professional Development Guide for errors JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – Air Force officials announced today that some copies of the printed versions of the 2011 Professional Development Guide will need to be returned to unit Weighted Airman Promotion System monitors, as the documents may have a number of errors.

"Airmen and supervisors of Airmen using this version of the Professional Development Guide need to be involved in this process to ensure everyone has proper study materials," said Chief Master Sgt. Jim Cody, the Air

Education and Training Command command chief.

Cody added that the electronic copy of the document does not have errors; however, some printed versions may have the following problems: - Missing pages 222-255, with duplicate sections starting on page 191 - Missing pages 255-286 - Missing pages from 350 to 382, with duplicate pages 319 to 350.

The errors listed above are only found in select copies of the printed versions and peo-

ple who have one of these versions should return it to their unit WAPS monitor to request a replacement.

At least 750 PDGs contain errors, so Airmen should review their copy of the PDG to make sure it does not contain any of the errors.

Air Force promotion testing policy does not require Airmen to have a printed PDG prior to promotion testing as long as examinees have access to the reference material.

The electronic version of the PDG is immediately available and ensures everyone has

access to the correct information.

The PDG can be downloaded via http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/; however, printed PDGs cannot be ordered through the e-publishing website, but must be obtained through unit orderly rooms. Electronic reference materials are also available (including mp3 audio files, interactive exercises and eReader files) to assist Airmen with preparing for promotion testing at http://pdg.af.edu.

(Courtesy of Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs.)

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