RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE 64th Year • No. 34 • AUGUST 27, 2010

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

INSIDE ... T-43 WRAPS IT UP, P3 ... HAWC CHALLENGE PROMOTES FRUITS, VEGGIES, P7 ... JBSA EXERCISE ALERT, P8 ... FOOTBALL PREVIEW, P10 and P12

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Members of Randolph’s 559th FlyingTraining Squadron volunteer their timeand resources so Wounded Warriors andtheir family members could enjoy a day-long picnic Aug. 21 at the RandolphRecreatioin Area at Canyon Lake. For thecomplete story, see page 4.Photo by Steve Thurow

Wingspread Office1150 5th Street East

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

Fax: (210) 652-3142Wingspread Advertisements

Prime Time Military Newspapers2203 S. Hackberry

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

Wingspread e-mailnews@randolph.af.mil

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

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

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

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

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

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

For details about submissions, call 652-5760.

ON THE COVER

PAGE 3WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 2 AUGUST 27, 2010

COMMENTARY

By Leslie LorenzWife of Gen. Stephen LorenzAir Education and Training Command commander

I recently met two young militarywives. I was so happy to meet thesebright, young, eager new spouses asthey and their husbands begin an excit-ing career in our wonderful Air Force.

Randolph Air Force Base is the firstassignment for one of the couples. Theyare originally from the Northeast andcome from families with virtually nomilitary connection. They’ve also justcompleted their first year of marriage.For the other couple, this is their sec-ond duty station. They previously had awonderful experience at ColumbusAFB, Miss., and have also been marrieda year. Both spouses had been here atRandolph for a short time.Unfortunately, their common experi-ence is that no one has welcomed themyet. This made me sad.

I invited them to come to my housefor a potluck salad luncheon, withother spouses I’ve come to know sincearriving at Randolph. Six spousesattended – my two new acquain-tances and four others whowere married to Airmenin training. The spousesof the trainees werebusy, knew eachother and seemedhappy and lookingforward to theirnext assignment.

I opened thelunch by sharing myexperience as a newAir Force wife 35years ago. I differedfrom these militaryspouses in that I was an AirForce “brat” so therefore knewabout the Air Force culture beforejumping into it with Steve. I was also abit older, having taught school for fiveyears before we were married.

I told them that a couple of monthsinto our marriage I went through whatwe now call our “annulment period.”Steve was so busy sitting alert, flying atodd hours of the day and night andgoing to school on the weekends for hismaster’s degree. I began to think it hadbeen a mistake to get married. I missed

my friends, my job and my family – andI wanted to go home. Based upon myupbringing it was assumed I would sim-ply adjust to the rigors of supporting myservicemember and everything he hadto do. Over time, Steve and I workedthrough our initial struggles, and we’veloved our Air Force life and all ourassignments.

A short time after our spouses’ lunch-eon, one of my new acquaintances sentme a thank-you note and said she feltlike I did 35 years ago. I realized that ifthese young spouses were feeling thisway, probably others were too.

So, as military spouses what can wedo? How do we respond to this inadver-tent neglect? First, I implore active-dutymembers to be aware of the sacrifices

their wives and husbands make. Inthe scenario of the two spouses I

recently met, I’m talking

about thebeginning of the Air

Force life for new families. Iobserved two young people who

love their active-duty spouses, but haveleft everything that is familiar to starttheir life’s adventure.

The staff sergeant or lieutenant isdoing what he or she wanted to do –they are serving the Air Force. They goto work, meet people, learn new skillsand, hopefully, step closer to their lifegoals. However, their civilian wife orhusband is in a new place, probablydoesn’t have a job or is trying to getone, or perhaps is enrolling in college.

Worst of all is the lack of social supportbecause they don’t know anyone. Theactive-duty member should be awareand supportive while their spouse ismaking this transition. I would alsosubmit that finding another couple intheir situation can make the transitionmuch easier. A retiree I once spoke toput it poignantly, “The spouse needs awingman too.”

This concept of wingmen transcendsthe active-duty force. I believe everymember of the unit plays a role in sup-porting our spouses – especially com-manders and supervisors. I ask you toplease consider your own experience inyour unit. Did you feel welcomed, caredfor and significant when you arrived? Ifthe answer is no, think about what youcan do. I understand the challenge withpersonal time constraints and opera-

tions tempo – but if yoursquadron, work area or office

isn’t welcoming new peo-ple, consider volunteer-ing to lead this effort.

An additional assetthe Air Force has for-

malized is a spouse carenetwork through its Key

Spouse program. The pro-gram is essentially a peer sup-

port group that units at all levels canuse to integrate new spouses into theorganization. The program alsoencourages key spouses to meet withAir Force leadership and collectivelysolve issues and concerns unique toAir Force families. It is another toolmeant to be employed by unit leader-ship to foster the care and support ourfamilies deserve.

We owe it to each other to welcomeand support our Air Force family mem-bers. This commitment involves creativ-ity, persistence, passion and, mostimportantly, a heart for service to oth-ers. Are you willing to become aspouse’s wingman?

AF spouses: Helping each other adjust to new baseLESLIE LORENZ ON LEADERSHIP

502nd Air Base WingOperating Location Bravo

Editorial StaffBrig. Gen. Leonard Patrick

Commander1st Lt. Ryan Ernst

Deputy Chief of Public AffairsKelly Parsons

EditorAirman 1st Class Precious YettRobert Goetz, Brian McGloin

Staff WritersMaggie ArmstrongGraphic Designer

WINGSPREAD

“An additional asset the Air Force has formalized is a spousecare network through its Key Spouse program. The program

is essentially a peer support group that units at all levels canuse to integrate new spouses into the organization.”

That’s a wrap

Photos by Steve ThurowCapt. John Herr ington, 563rd Fly ing TrainingSquadron, is hosed down as he exits a T-43 followingits final sortie at Randolph Monday.The final undergraduate combat system officer training sortie was conducted Monday by the 562nd and 563rd

Flying Training Squadrons. The T-43 is scheduled to retire Sept. 17 and the 562nd FTS and 563rd FTS will beinactivated on Nov. 19.

RetirementsCongratulations to Lt. Col. Vicki Weekes, labor

law field support center litigation attorney, andMaster Sgt. Yolanda Foster-Bradham, joint per-sonal property shipping office, on their retirement.

PromotionCongratulations to Senior Master Sgt. Michele

Day, 377th Force Support Squadron superinten-dant, on her promotion to chief master sergeant.

Library renovationsThe Randolph library will be closed for renova-

tions Monday through Sept. 3.For more information, contact Shelta Reese at

652-2052.

Randolph Roadrunners Volksmarch ClubThe Randolph Roadrunners Volksmarch Club is

hosting a 5k and 10k walk Sept. 18 at the SchertzChamber of Commerce. The event is from 7:30-11 a.m. IVV credit only is $3 or participants maywalk at no charge.

For more information, contact Tony Paulsonat 658-8324.

Dining facility renovationsThe Rendezvous Dining Facility is having its

carpet replaced today. One side of the facility willbe closed, which will affect the amount of seatsavailable during the lunch period. The seatingpriority will go to the Airmen.

Military Personnel SectionThe Military Personnel Section (to include the

ID card office) will close at 1 p.m. Sept. 3 for anofficial function.

Special activities coffeeThe Randolph Officers’ Spouses’ Club will hold

its Special Activities Coffee Thursday at 10 a.m.at the Parr Club. Reservations are not requiredand the event is free. Child care is available bycontacting childcare@randolphosc.org and thecost is $5 per child.

Thrift ShopThe Thrift Shop is now located in Bldg. 1048

behind the Eisenhower Bank. Parking is behindthe red metal fencing and the entrance is on theside of the building.

Munitions offices and storage closed The 902nd Logistics Readiness Squadron

munitions offices and munitions storage areawill be closed to normal business Wednesdaythrough Sept. 3 to conduct its semiannualinventory. Only emergency issues can beaddressed during this time.

For more information, call 652-3361.

AFSA annual picnicThe Air Force Sergeants Association, Chapters

A1075 & 1075, will host their annual picnicSept.11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Eberle Park.The cost is $5 per adult. Children eat free. Themeal includes steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs,sides, drinks and dessert.

RSVP by Sept. 8 to Master Sgt. Kathi Glascockat 565-4959.

Retroactive stop lossAirmen, veterans and beneficiaries who

were involuntarily extended under stop lossbetween Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30, 2009,are eligible for Retroactive Stop Loss SpecialPay. If your enlistment was involuntarily

extended due to stop loss, you have until Oct. 21 to file a claim for RSLSP.

Tuition assistanceThe Air Force is no longer covering non-course

specific fees for military tuition assistance.Education centers are no longer permitted toapprove TA applications with fees on them thatare not course specific or reimbursable.

Base BRIEFS

“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” (PG)Nicholas Cage, Jay Baruchel

Today @ 7 p.m. and Saturday @ 6 p.m.

“Predators” (R)Adrien Brody, Alice Braga

Sunday @ 3 p.m.

NOW SHOWINGat the

Randolph Theater

$4.50 for adults$2.25 for children 11 and under

For a complete listing of base briefs,visit www.randolph.af.mil.

Members of Randolph’s 559th FlyingTraining Squadron volunteer their timeand resources so Wounded Warriors andtheir family members could enjoy a day-long picnic Aug. 21 at the RandolphRecreatioin Area at Canyon Lake. For thecomplete story, see page 4.Photo by Steve Thurow

Wingspread Office1150 5th Street East

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

Fax: (210) 652-3142Wingspread Advertisements

Prime Time Military Newspapers2203 S. Hackberry

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

Wingspread e-mailnews@randolph.af.mil

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

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

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

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

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

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

For details about submissions, call 652-5760.

ON THE COVER

PAGE 3WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 2 AUGUST 27, 2010

COMMENTARY

By Leslie LorenzWife of Gen. Stephen LorenzAir Education and Training Command commander

I recently met two young militarywives. I was so happy to meet thesebright, young, eager new spouses asthey and their husbands begin an excit-ing career in our wonderful Air Force.

Randolph Air Force Base is the firstassignment for one of the couples. Theyare originally from the Northeast andcome from families with virtually nomilitary connection. They’ve also justcompleted their first year of marriage.For the other couple, this is their sec-ond duty station. They previously had awonderful experience at ColumbusAFB, Miss., and have also been marrieda year. Both spouses had been here atRandolph for a short time.Unfortunately, their common experi-ence is that no one has welcomed themyet. This made me sad.

I invited them to come to my housefor a potluck salad luncheon, withother spouses I’ve come to know sincearriving at Randolph. Six spousesattended – my two new acquain-tances and four others whowere married to Airmenin training. The spousesof the trainees werebusy, knew eachother and seemedhappy and lookingforward to theirnext assignment.

I opened thelunch by sharing myexperience as a newAir Force wife 35years ago. I differedfrom these militaryspouses in that I was an AirForce “brat” so therefore knewabout the Air Force culture beforejumping into it with Steve. I was also abit older, having taught school for fiveyears before we were married.

I told them that a couple of monthsinto our marriage I went through whatwe now call our “annulment period.”Steve was so busy sitting alert, flying atodd hours of the day and night andgoing to school on the weekends for hismaster’s degree. I began to think it hadbeen a mistake to get married. I missed

my friends, my job and my family – andI wanted to go home. Based upon myupbringing it was assumed I would sim-ply adjust to the rigors of supporting myservicemember and everything he hadto do. Over time, Steve and I workedthrough our initial struggles, and we’veloved our Air Force life and all ourassignments.

A short time after our spouses’ lunch-eon, one of my new acquaintances sentme a thank-you note and said she feltlike I did 35 years ago. I realized that ifthese young spouses were feeling thisway, probably others were too.

So, as military spouses what can wedo? How do we respond to this inadver-tent neglect? First, I implore active-dutymembers to be aware of the sacrifices

their wives and husbands make. Inthe scenario of the two spouses I

recently met, I’m talking

about thebeginning of the Air

Force life for new families. Iobserved two young people who

love their active-duty spouses, but haveleft everything that is familiar to starttheir life’s adventure.

The staff sergeant or lieutenant isdoing what he or she wanted to do –they are serving the Air Force. They goto work, meet people, learn new skillsand, hopefully, step closer to their lifegoals. However, their civilian wife orhusband is in a new place, probablydoesn’t have a job or is trying to getone, or perhaps is enrolling in college.

Worst of all is the lack of social supportbecause they don’t know anyone. Theactive-duty member should be awareand supportive while their spouse ismaking this transition. I would alsosubmit that finding another couple intheir situation can make the transitionmuch easier. A retiree I once spoke toput it poignantly, “The spouse needs awingman too.”

This concept of wingmen transcendsthe active-duty force. I believe everymember of the unit plays a role in sup-porting our spouses – especially com-manders and supervisors. I ask you toplease consider your own experience inyour unit. Did you feel welcomed, caredfor and significant when you arrived? Ifthe answer is no, think about what youcan do. I understand the challenge withpersonal time constraints and opera-

tions tempo – but if yoursquadron, work area or office

isn’t welcoming new peo-ple, consider volunteer-ing to lead this effort.

An additional assetthe Air Force has for-

malized is a spouse carenetwork through its Key

Spouse program. The pro-gram is essentially a peer sup-

port group that units at all levels canuse to integrate new spouses into theorganization. The program alsoencourages key spouses to meet withAir Force leadership and collectivelysolve issues and concerns unique toAir Force families. It is another toolmeant to be employed by unit leader-ship to foster the care and support ourfamilies deserve.

We owe it to each other to welcomeand support our Air Force family mem-bers. This commitment involves creativ-ity, persistence, passion and, mostimportantly, a heart for service to oth-ers. Are you willing to become aspouse’s wingman?

AF spouses: Helping each other adjust to new baseLESLIE LORENZ ON LEADERSHIP

502nd Air Base WingOperating Location Bravo

Editorial StaffBrig. Gen. Leonard Patrick

Commander1st Lt. Ryan Ernst

Deputy Chief of Public AffairsKelly Parsons

EditorAirman 1st Class Precious YettRobert Goetz, Brian McGloin

Staff WritersMaggie ArmstrongGraphic Designer

WINGSPREAD

“An additional asset the Air Force has formalized is a spousecare network through its Key Spouse program. The program

is essentially a peer support group that units at all levels canuse to integrate new spouses into the organization.”

That’s a wrap

Photos by Steve ThurowCapt. John Herr ington, 563rd Fly ing TrainingSquadron, is hosed down as he exits a T-43 followingits final sortie at Randolph Monday.The final undergraduate combat system officer training sortie was conducted Monday by the 562nd and 563rd

Flying Training Squadrons. The T-43 is scheduled to retire Sept. 17 and the 562nd FTS and 563rd FTS will beinactivated on Nov. 19.

RetirementsCongratulations to Lt. Col. Vicki Weekes, labor

law field support center litigation attorney, andMaster Sgt. Yolanda Foster-Bradham, joint per-sonal property shipping office, on their retirement.

PromotionCongratulations to Senior Master Sgt. Michele

Day, 377th Force Support Squadron superinten-dant, on her promotion to chief master sergeant.

Library renovationsThe Randolph library will be closed for renova-

tions Monday through Sept. 3.For more information, contact Shelta Reese at

652-2052.

Randolph Roadrunners Volksmarch ClubThe Randolph Roadrunners Volksmarch Club is

hosting a 5k and 10k walk Sept. 18 at the SchertzChamber of Commerce. The event is from 7:30-11 a.m. IVV credit only is $3 or participants maywalk at no charge.

For more information, contact Tony Paulsonat 658-8324.

Dining facility renovationsThe Rendezvous Dining Facility is having its

carpet replaced today. One side of the facility willbe closed, which will affect the amount of seatsavailable during the lunch period. The seatingpriority will go to the Airmen.

Military Personnel SectionThe Military Personnel Section (to include the

ID card office) will close at 1 p.m. Sept. 3 for anofficial function.

Special activities coffeeThe Randolph Officers’ Spouses’ Club will hold

its Special Activities Coffee Thursday at 10 a.m.at the Parr Club. Reservations are not requiredand the event is free. Child care is available bycontacting childcare@randolphosc.org and thecost is $5 per child.

Thrift ShopThe Thrift Shop is now located in Bldg. 1048

behind the Eisenhower Bank. Parking is behindthe red metal fencing and the entrance is on theside of the building.

Munitions offices and storage closed The 902nd Logistics Readiness Squadron

munitions offices and munitions storage areawill be closed to normal business Wednesdaythrough Sept. 3 to conduct its semiannualinventory. Only emergency issues can beaddressed during this time.

For more information, call 652-3361.

AFSA annual picnicThe Air Force Sergeants Association, Chapters

A1075 & 1075, will host their annual picnicSept.11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Eberle Park.The cost is $5 per adult. Children eat free. Themeal includes steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs,sides, drinks and dessert.

RSVP by Sept. 8 to Master Sgt. Kathi Glascockat 565-4959.

Retroactive stop lossAirmen, veterans and beneficiaries who

were involuntarily extended under stop lossbetween Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30, 2009,are eligible for Retroactive Stop Loss SpecialPay. If your enlistment was involuntarily

extended due to stop loss, you have until Oct. 21 to file a claim for RSLSP.

Tuition assistanceThe Air Force is no longer covering non-course

specific fees for military tuition assistance.Education centers are no longer permitted toapprove TA applications with fees on them thatare not course specific or reimbursable.

Base BRIEFS

“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” (PG)Nicholas Cage, Jay Baruchel

Today @ 7 p.m. and Saturday @ 6 p.m.

“Predators” (R)Adrien Brody, Alice Braga

Sunday @ 3 p.m.

NOW SHOWINGat the

Randolph Theater

$4.50 for adults$2.25 for children 11 and under

For a complete listing of base briefs,visit www.randolph.af.mil.

PAGE 5WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 4 AUGUST 27, 2010

NEWS

By Kelly Parsons502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Wounded Warriors and their families now have oppor-tunities throughout the summer to take it easy at CanyonLake thanks to the efforts of a nonprofit organization andvolunteers like Randolph’s 559th Flying TrainingSquadron’s Fighting Billygoats.

Operation Float a Soldier is the brainchild of WesGarnett and Seth Warnick, two Texas natives who grewup around the military. The two founders saw a need forrehabilitating servicemembers to escape from the hustleand bustle of hospital life.

“OFAS is very relaxing; this is what Soldiers need, tocome out here and have fun,” said Army Spc. ManuelSantiago, who recently attended his fourth OFAS event.

Every other Saturday, groups volunteer their timeand resources so Wounded Warriors and their fami-ly members can enjoy the day-long picnic.Wounded Warriors at Brooke Army Medical Centercan sign up for the event at Ft. Sam Houston’sWarrior and Family Support Center. The Army pro-vides shuttle bus transportation for the WoundedWarriors and their families to and from the lake.

Once they arrive at Canyon Lake, participants cango boating, ride personal watercraft or try their handat wakeboarding. For children or those who wantsomething a little more relaxed, OFAS volunteers packan arsenal of water toys. Children can play withwater guns, pass footballs, float in one of many inflat-able rafts or even catch some air on a water trampo-line. Lunch is provided aboard the Canyon LakeMarina Yacht, which is donated by Don King, themarina manager.

To make these weekends a success takes coordinationand a desire to help. Members of the 559th FTS pitchedin Saturday to help set up, tear down, and pitch tents, inaddition to carrying food and beverages. The teamproudly assisted their brothers and sisters in arms.

“The event is truly American,” said retired ChiefMaster Sgt. Bob Laymon, one of the organization’s manysupporters. “Several of the Wounded Warriors are youngenlisted; in no other country would you find commis-sioned officers donating their weekend time and labor tohelp out wounded enlisted servicemembers.”

It isn’t only fellow military members who aid theWounded Warriors; several civic leaders and communitymembers also give to the event. One Canyon Lake cou-ple, Bill and Myrna George, contribute by allowing thegroup to set up a beach-style hangout for the WoundedWarriors on their lakefront property.

One spouse said OFAS is amazing as she spenther Saturday catching up on school work whilesitting lakeside.

Mr. Warnick said these relaxing retreats will contin-ue until the Texas heat wears off. To find out more, orvolunteer for OFAS, visit the OFAS Web site atwww.floatasoldier.org.

Wounded Warriors cool down at Canyon Lake

Photos by Steve ThurowMembers of Randolph’s 559th Flying Training Squadron load a pontoon boat during a day-long picnic for WoundedWarriors Aug. 21 at the Canyon Lake Marina.

Volunteers from the 559th FTS set up fishing equipmentand refreshments for Wounded Warriors during OperationFloat a Soldier.

Army Spc. Manuel Santiago, enlisted communica-tions specialist, takes a break from his rehabilita-

tion routine at Brooke Army Medical Center duringthe Aug. 21 Operation Float a Soldier.

Congratulations to the fol-lowing Airmen on beingselected for promotion to staffsergeant:

Isae Alvarado Tino Alvarado Andres Aquino Heather Blackham Brittney Blanco Larry Blue Richard Boatwright Ashley Brown Alicia BurrellJustin CanionChristopher CaseAnthony Cosentino

Rita DixonPauline FloresDavid GamezJaysiel GarciaBrandon GaskinsTerry GeorgeLuis GomezHeather GreerSamuel GriffenYamaris GuzmanMichael HaynesDaniel HendersonEricka HernandezKyle HicksLyneleanor JacksonLauren JohnsonMichael Kennison

Shelly KerstanskiHyun Kim JungMatthew KitchenShedrick LambertRichard LangloisCerina LopezYvonne LoveLisa LuderRicardo MartinezTnesha McCormickTyler McLainJoel MetranJared MillerAngela MwangiJulieta NunezPhatsalavan OukhamAgnes Pena

Eric ReyesBret RobinsonMichael SanchezJame SchuckenbrockArthur ShawKathleen SmithCatherine SteelyTaniza SultanaJoy Tan DeencelLillian ThompsettDuriel ThompsonRon TurnerSaul VargasRobert WestAli WilliamsAndrew WilsonIvan Wilson

Staff Sergeant-selects announced

The average military student faces transition chal-lenges more than twice during high school and mostmilitary children will have six to nine different schoolsystems in their lives from kindergarten to 12th grade.

With more than half of all military personnel sup-porting families, the impacts of reassignment and longdeployments are a key consideration when makinglong-term life choices. Schools are often unaware orunresponsive to the needs of military children. Thereare limitations on credits that can be transferred fromother states and districts. Military children often haveto retake courses, sit out athletic activities and in somecases, cannot graduate on time.

The Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunityfor Military Children addresses these issues as well ascompact enforcement, administration, finances, commu-nications, data sharing and training.

The development of interstate and intrastate solutionsto these issues is of paramount importance to militaryfamilies. While armed services personnel are serving ourcountry, their children may, more often than not, beadversely affected by these and other educational poli-cies. While many states and communities have respond-ed on an ad hoc basis to ease the shift of military chil-dren, no comprehensive policy approach exists toimprove the long-term educational transitions and out-comes of this constituency.Specific impacts on military children may include:

• Transfer of records – Official transcripts for military-affiliated children often come from other states or over-seas schools. Children are placed incorrectly becausesome schools refuse to accept hand-carried copies untilthe official version arrives. Because of the possible timelapse between entry into school and the arrival of schoolrecords, this process jeopardizes proper placement for

all students and, in particular, those involved in specialeducation, gifted education, English as a second lan-guage, and advanced placement courses.

• Course Sequencing – States have varying prerequi-site course requirements that can result in thwartingstudents’ academic advancement, repeating content oreliminating students from honors or advanced place-ment courses.

• Graduation requirements – Graduation require-ments vary from state to state. In some states, specificcourses are required for graduation. The graduation ofmilitary students who transfer during their junior or sen-ior year may be jeopardized if they are unable, due tostate or local policies or scheduling constraints, to enrollin the necessary coursework.

• Exclusion from extracurricular activities – Students

who enroll in school after auditions, tryouts, electionsand membership recruitments are often eliminated fromactivities that promote socialization and connectednessto their new school community. Often their skills and tal-ents are not recognized or developed or are placed onhold because they are seen as transient or havingarrived too late. Organizations such as the NationalHonor Society permit local entrance requirements thatcan eliminate students even when they have been mem-bers in their previous school.

• Redundant or missed entrance/exit testing – Childrenwho move frequently can be penalized for missing state-mandated tests required to enter or exit various levels ofthe educational system. Tests are often specific to thestate and therefore, entrance/exit tests taken in anotherstate, are not recognized.

• Kindergarten and first grade entrance age vari-ances – Children enrolled in Kindergarten in one statemay not qualify by age when transferred during theyear to another state. Children who have completedkindergarten in another state are sometimes deniedentry into first grade if they do not meet the agerequirement.

• Power of custodial parents while parents aredeployed – Due to circumstances created by militarydeployment, there are times when children are placed inthe care of designated guardians. Children of these fami-lies who must relocate often don’t have the option of con-tinuing to attend their school.

The Interstate Compact has been adopted by 35 states(approximately 84 percent of military school-age chil-dren in the U.S.) as of July 2010. For more information,visit www.csg.org/militarycompact

(Source: Interstate Compact on EducationOpportunities for Military Children)

Compact helps military children transition during PCSJoint Base San Antonio

School Liaisons

Randolph Air Force BaseFred Zeithammel – 652-5321

Lackland Air Force BaseLori Phipps – 671-3722

Fort Sam HoustonCindy Ybanez – 221-2256Keith Toney – 221-2214

PAGE 5WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 4 AUGUST 27, 2010

NEWS

By Kelly Parsons502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Wounded Warriors and their families now have oppor-tunities throughout the summer to take it easy at CanyonLake thanks to the efforts of a nonprofit organization andvolunteers like Randolph’s 559th Flying TrainingSquadron’s Fighting Billygoats.

Operation Float a Soldier is the brainchild of WesGarnett and Seth Warnick, two Texas natives who grewup around the military. The two founders saw a need forrehabilitating servicemembers to escape from the hustleand bustle of hospital life.

“OFAS is very relaxing; this is what Soldiers need, tocome out here and have fun,” said Army Spc. ManuelSantiago, who recently attended his fourth OFAS event.

Every other Saturday, groups volunteer their timeand resources so Wounded Warriors and their fami-ly members can enjoy the day-long picnic.Wounded Warriors at Brooke Army Medical Centercan sign up for the event at Ft. Sam Houston’sWarrior and Family Support Center. The Army pro-vides shuttle bus transportation for the WoundedWarriors and their families to and from the lake.

Once they arrive at Canyon Lake, participants cango boating, ride personal watercraft or try their handat wakeboarding. For children or those who wantsomething a little more relaxed, OFAS volunteers packan arsenal of water toys. Children can play withwater guns, pass footballs, float in one of many inflat-able rafts or even catch some air on a water trampo-line. Lunch is provided aboard the Canyon LakeMarina Yacht, which is donated by Don King, themarina manager.

To make these weekends a success takes coordinationand a desire to help. Members of the 559th FTS pitchedin Saturday to help set up, tear down, and pitch tents, inaddition to carrying food and beverages. The teamproudly assisted their brothers and sisters in arms.

“The event is truly American,” said retired ChiefMaster Sgt. Bob Laymon, one of the organization’s manysupporters. “Several of the Wounded Warriors are youngenlisted; in no other country would you find commis-sioned officers donating their weekend time and labor tohelp out wounded enlisted servicemembers.”

It isn’t only fellow military members who aid theWounded Warriors; several civic leaders and communitymembers also give to the event. One Canyon Lake cou-ple, Bill and Myrna George, contribute by allowing thegroup to set up a beach-style hangout for the WoundedWarriors on their lakefront property.

One spouse said OFAS is amazing as she spenther Saturday catching up on school work whilesitting lakeside.

Mr. Warnick said these relaxing retreats will contin-ue until the Texas heat wears off. To find out more, orvolunteer for OFAS, visit the OFAS Web site atwww.floatasoldier.org.

Wounded Warriors cool down at Canyon Lake

Photos by Steve ThurowMembers of Randolph’s 559th Flying Training Squadron load a pontoon boat during a day-long picnic for WoundedWarriors Aug. 21 at the Canyon Lake Marina.

Volunteers from the 559th FTS set up fishing equipmentand refreshments for Wounded Warriors during OperationFloat a Soldier.

Army Spc. Manuel Santiago, enlisted communica-tions specialist, takes a break from his rehabilita-

tion routine at Brooke Army Medical Center duringthe Aug. 21 Operation Float a Soldier.

Congratulations to the fol-lowing Airmen on beingselected for promotion to staffsergeant:

Isae Alvarado Tino Alvarado Andres Aquino Heather Blackham Brittney Blanco Larry Blue Richard Boatwright Ashley Brown Alicia BurrellJustin CanionChristopher CaseAnthony Cosentino

Rita DixonPauline FloresDavid GamezJaysiel GarciaBrandon GaskinsTerry GeorgeLuis GomezHeather GreerSamuel GriffenYamaris GuzmanMichael HaynesDaniel HendersonEricka HernandezKyle HicksLyneleanor JacksonLauren JohnsonMichael Kennison

Shelly KerstanskiHyun Kim JungMatthew KitchenShedrick LambertRichard LangloisCerina LopezYvonne LoveLisa LuderRicardo MartinezTnesha McCormickTyler McLainJoel MetranJared MillerAngela MwangiJulieta NunezPhatsalavan OukhamAgnes Pena

Eric ReyesBret RobinsonMichael SanchezJame SchuckenbrockArthur ShawKathleen SmithCatherine SteelyTaniza SultanaJoy Tan DeencelLillian ThompsettDuriel ThompsonRon TurnerSaul VargasRobert WestAli WilliamsAndrew WilsonIvan Wilson

Staff Sergeant-selects announced

The average military student faces transition chal-lenges more than twice during high school and mostmilitary children will have six to nine different schoolsystems in their lives from kindergarten to 12th grade.

With more than half of all military personnel sup-porting families, the impacts of reassignment and longdeployments are a key consideration when makinglong-term life choices. Schools are often unaware orunresponsive to the needs of military children. Thereare limitations on credits that can be transferred fromother states and districts. Military children often haveto retake courses, sit out athletic activities and in somecases, cannot graduate on time.

The Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunityfor Military Children addresses these issues as well ascompact enforcement, administration, finances, commu-nications, data sharing and training.

The development of interstate and intrastate solutionsto these issues is of paramount importance to militaryfamilies. While armed services personnel are serving ourcountry, their children may, more often than not, beadversely affected by these and other educational poli-cies. While many states and communities have respond-ed on an ad hoc basis to ease the shift of military chil-dren, no comprehensive policy approach exists toimprove the long-term educational transitions and out-comes of this constituency.Specific impacts on military children may include:

• Transfer of records – Official transcripts for military-affiliated children often come from other states or over-seas schools. Children are placed incorrectly becausesome schools refuse to accept hand-carried copies untilthe official version arrives. Because of the possible timelapse between entry into school and the arrival of schoolrecords, this process jeopardizes proper placement for

all students and, in particular, those involved in specialeducation, gifted education, English as a second lan-guage, and advanced placement courses.

• Course Sequencing – States have varying prerequi-site course requirements that can result in thwartingstudents’ academic advancement, repeating content oreliminating students from honors or advanced place-ment courses.

• Graduation requirements – Graduation require-ments vary from state to state. In some states, specificcourses are required for graduation. The graduation ofmilitary students who transfer during their junior or sen-ior year may be jeopardized if they are unable, due tostate or local policies or scheduling constraints, to enrollin the necessary coursework.

• Exclusion from extracurricular activities – Students

who enroll in school after auditions, tryouts, electionsand membership recruitments are often eliminated fromactivities that promote socialization and connectednessto their new school community. Often their skills and tal-ents are not recognized or developed or are placed onhold because they are seen as transient or havingarrived too late. Organizations such as the NationalHonor Society permit local entrance requirements thatcan eliminate students even when they have been mem-bers in their previous school.

• Redundant or missed entrance/exit testing – Childrenwho move frequently can be penalized for missing state-mandated tests required to enter or exit various levels ofthe educational system. Tests are often specific to thestate and therefore, entrance/exit tests taken in anotherstate, are not recognized.

• Kindergarten and first grade entrance age vari-ances – Children enrolled in Kindergarten in one statemay not qualify by age when transferred during theyear to another state. Children who have completedkindergarten in another state are sometimes deniedentry into first grade if they do not meet the agerequirement.

• Power of custodial parents while parents aredeployed – Due to circumstances created by militarydeployment, there are times when children are placed inthe care of designated guardians. Children of these fami-lies who must relocate often don’t have the option of con-tinuing to attend their school.

The Interstate Compact has been adopted by 35 states(approximately 84 percent of military school-age chil-dren in the U.S.) as of July 2010. For more information,visit www.csg.org/militarycompact

(Source: Interstate Compact on EducationOpportunities for Military Children)

Compact helps military children transition during PCSJoint Base San Antonio

School Liaisons

Randolph Air Force BaseFred Zeithammel – 652-5321

Lackland Air Force BaseLori Phipps – 671-3722

Fort Sam HoustonCindy Ybanez – 221-2256Keith Toney – 221-2214

PAGE 7WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 6 AUGUST 27, 2010

Congratulations!Randolph candidates for command chief duty

Chief Master Sgt.Alvin Blake

802nd Mission SupportGroup

Chief Master Sgt.William Cavenaugh

369th Recruiting Group

Chief Master Sgt.Patrick Wilson

Air Education and TrainingCommand

Photo by Brian McGloinGregory Wait describes the features and benefits of the new dishwashing system in the ParrClub kitchen, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas.

By Brian McGloin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

A dishwasher that can save nearly amillion gallons of water a year isn’t fic-tion or a future plan. It’s here now inthe center of Randolph at the Parr Club.

Gregory Wait said the new system“can save up to a half million to a mil-lion gallons of water a year,” comparedto more traditional means of washingdishes in a high-volume environment.

Mr. Wait is a vice president of the sys-tem’s manufacturer, which makes com-mercial, high-volume dish washing sys-tems. The design of the new dishwasher eliminates the need for agarbage disposal, Mr. Wait said duringa presentation in the Parr Club kitchen.

He said many restaurant and fast-food chains use similar systems whichprove to save water and manpower.

Information provided by the system’smanufacturer suggests that in a three-hour run time per day, 459,900 gallonsof water will be conserved in a year.The number is roughly double for a six-

hour run time per day in a year. The system uses dramatically less

water for rinsing food scraps from dish-es than a traditional sprayer in a sink.Thirty gallons per minute of dish wateris recirculated with only seven GPM offresh water – the basis of the watersavings. Because of the design, dishes,pots, trays and other food service itemsget cleaner, faster.

The spray of water looks somethinglike a very large-volume water foun-tain, only it remains at about 100degrees Fahrenheit and is severaltimes the volume. The water becomesa slightly grey or beige color afterprolonged use. Below the stream ofwater is a round basin. In the bottomof that is a plastic mesh to collect thesolid scraps and bones. There is ameans to catch flatware to keep it outof the works below.

San Antonio Water System, the localwater and sewage utility, has guidelinesand restrictions about what restaurantscan dump down their drains. Theyinclude food scraps ground in disposals.

Base Parr Club boasts green machine for dishes clean

By Maj. Jennifer SpiresAir Force Office of Business Transformation

ARLINGTON, Va. – A new Departmentof Defense program designed to producemoney-saving ideas is part of DefenseSecretary Robert Gates’ drive to save $100billion over the next five years.

The multi-service focused contest iscalled the Innovation for New Value,Efficiency and Savings TomorrowAwards and runs Aug. 9 through Sept. 24.Military members and civilian employeescan share their ideas online atwww.defense.gov/invest.

According to the INVEST Awards web-

site, the keys to successfully taking homeone of 25 cash awards are ideas that arethorough, cost effective, low risk, simple toimplement, yield multi-faceted savingsand have a high return on investment.

For more details about the INVESTAwards program, visitwww.defense.gov/invest.

Department of Defense offers cold cash for hot ideas

Duty Title: NCOIC Police ServicesHometown:San Angelo, TexasHobbies:Soccer, golf, auto customizing – but now that I havetwo boys, their hobbies are my new hobbies Goals:Earn a degree in diagnostic imagingPersonal Inspiration:I am inspired by people who are able to overcome tri-als and tribulations and are still able to stand on theirown two feet.Greatest Accomplishment:Finding the other half that made me whole.

Personal Motto:“You don’t have to be great to get started, but youhave to get started to be great” – Les BrownPet Peeve:Individuals who have a lot of problems but can neverstrive to find the solutions.Commander’s Comments:“Staff Sgt. Bernard is a top-notch NCO who strives toset the example for others to follow. He never asks foranything in return as a result of putting in extra effortto get the job done. It’s his ‘can-do’ attitude that makeshim a prime candidate to become one of securityforces’ future leaders.”

– Maj. Robert Ford Jr.902nd Security Forces Squadron commander

Staff Sgt.Marcus Bernard

902nd Security ForcesSquadron

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and veg-etables each day is not easy for many people, especiallythose accustomed to a fast-food diet, but a challengethe Randolph Health and Wellness Center will sponsorin September aims to show participants it’s not so diffi-cult.

A four-week event open to all members of the basecommunity, from dependents age 5 and older toretirees, the Fruits and Veggies-More MattersChallenge is designed to increase fruit and vegetableconsumption to minimum levels recommended by theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention.

“The whole premise of this campaign is to encouragethe consumption of fruits and vegetables,” saidJennifer Sides, 359th Aerospace-Medicine Squadronhealth and wellness dietitian. “Each week the partici-pants will track the amount of fruits and vegetablesthey’ve eaten and turn in the log weekly.”

In addition to its health benefits, the challenge,which runs from Sept. 1-30, gives participants multiplechances to win prizes each week by turning in their

weekly logs, completing bonus activities and meetingthe CDC’s recommendations each day. A final drawingis planned for those who turn in all four weeks’ worthof logs.

The CDC recommendations vary by age, gender andactivity level, Ms. Sides said. Women in the 19- to 30-year-old age group, for example, should eat 2 cups offruits and 2.5 cups of vegetables while 31- to 50-year-old women should consume 1.5 cups of fruits and 2.5cups of vegetables. Men between 19 and 50 years oldshould eat 2 cups of fruits and 3 cups of vegetableseach day while those over 50 should consume 2 cups offruits and 2.5 cups of vegetables. All recommendationsfor age, gender and activity level can be found by visit-ing www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov.

Ms. Sides said eating a variety of fruits and vegeta-bles every day contributes to good health.

“Fruits and vegetables are important because theycontain substances that prevent chronic diseases,” shesaid. “They also help with weight management and arehigh in fiber. It’s a good idea to fill half your plate withfruits and vegetables.”

One large orange, one large ear of corn and onelarge sweet potato are examples of what constitutes a

cup while 16 grapes, six baby carrots and four largestrawberries each count as a half-cup.

Ms. Sides said she recommends that people eat fruitsand vegetables in a variety of colors, especially brightcolors. The CDC lists green spinach, orange sweet pota-toes, black beans, yellow corn, purple plums, redwatermelon and white onions as examples.

The CDC also recommends ways people can easilyadd more fruits and vegetables to their diet. These sug-gestions include adding fruit to cereal at breakfast, eat-ing a piece of fruit (such as an apple) as a snack, eatinga big salad at lunch, choosing raw vegetables as anafternoon snack and having two vegetables with din-ner and fruit for dessert.

People who wish to enter the challenge may registeronline at www.surveymonkey.com/s/FK9HBF8 or in-person at the HAWC by Monday. Weekly logs and infor-mation on optional activities will be e-mailed to partici-pants or to parents and guardians of those under 17years old; copies may also be picked up at the HAWC.Participants may turn in paper copies of their logs orenter them electronically by the specified time.

Call Ms. Sides at 652-3644 or e-mail her atjennifer.sides.ctr@randolph.af.mil for more details.

HAWC challenge promotes eating fruits, vegetables

PAGE 7WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 6 AUGUST 27, 2010

Congratulations!Randolph candidates for command chief duty

Chief Master Sgt.Alvin Blake

802nd Mission SupportGroup

Chief Master Sgt.William Cavenaugh

369th Recruiting Group

Chief Master Sgt.Patrick Wilson

Air Education and TrainingCommand

Photo by Brian McGloinGregory Wait describes the features and benefits of the new dishwashing system in the ParrClub kitchen, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas.

By Brian McGloin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

A dishwasher that can save nearly amillion gallons of water a year isn’t fic-tion or a future plan. It’s here now inthe center of Randolph at the Parr Club.

Gregory Wait said the new system“can save up to a half million to a mil-lion gallons of water a year,” comparedto more traditional means of washingdishes in a high-volume environment.

Mr. Wait is a vice president of the sys-tem’s manufacturer, which makes com-mercial, high-volume dish washing sys-tems. The design of the new dishwasher eliminates the need for agarbage disposal, Mr. Wait said duringa presentation in the Parr Club kitchen.

He said many restaurant and fast-food chains use similar systems whichprove to save water and manpower.

Information provided by the system’smanufacturer suggests that in a three-hour run time per day, 459,900 gallonsof water will be conserved in a year.The number is roughly double for a six-

hour run time per day in a year. The system uses dramatically less

water for rinsing food scraps from dish-es than a traditional sprayer in a sink.Thirty gallons per minute of dish wateris recirculated with only seven GPM offresh water – the basis of the watersavings. Because of the design, dishes,pots, trays and other food service itemsget cleaner, faster.

The spray of water looks somethinglike a very large-volume water foun-tain, only it remains at about 100degrees Fahrenheit and is severaltimes the volume. The water becomesa slightly grey or beige color afterprolonged use. Below the stream ofwater is a round basin. In the bottomof that is a plastic mesh to collect thesolid scraps and bones. There is ameans to catch flatware to keep it outof the works below.

San Antonio Water System, the localwater and sewage utility, has guidelinesand restrictions about what restaurantscan dump down their drains. Theyinclude food scraps ground in disposals.

Base Parr Club boasts green machine for dishes clean

By Maj. Jennifer SpiresAir Force Office of Business Transformation

ARLINGTON, Va. – A new Departmentof Defense program designed to producemoney-saving ideas is part of DefenseSecretary Robert Gates’ drive to save $100billion over the next five years.

The multi-service focused contest iscalled the Innovation for New Value,Efficiency and Savings TomorrowAwards and runs Aug. 9 through Sept. 24.Military members and civilian employeescan share their ideas online atwww.defense.gov/invest.

According to the INVEST Awards web-

site, the keys to successfully taking homeone of 25 cash awards are ideas that arethorough, cost effective, low risk, simple toimplement, yield multi-faceted savingsand have a high return on investment.

For more details about the INVESTAwards program, visitwww.defense.gov/invest.

Department of Defense offers cold cash for hot ideas

Duty Title: NCOIC Police ServicesHometown:San Angelo, TexasHobbies:Soccer, golf, auto customizing – but now that I havetwo boys, their hobbies are my new hobbies Goals:Earn a degree in diagnostic imagingPersonal Inspiration:I am inspired by people who are able to overcome tri-als and tribulations and are still able to stand on theirown two feet.Greatest Accomplishment:Finding the other half that made me whole.

Personal Motto:“You don’t have to be great to get started, but youhave to get started to be great” – Les BrownPet Peeve:Individuals who have a lot of problems but can neverstrive to find the solutions.Commander’s Comments:“Staff Sgt. Bernard is a top-notch NCO who strives toset the example for others to follow. He never asks foranything in return as a result of putting in extra effortto get the job done. It’s his ‘can-do’ attitude that makeshim a prime candidate to become one of securityforces’ future leaders.”

– Maj. Robert Ford Jr.902nd Security Forces Squadron commander

Staff Sgt.Marcus Bernard

902nd Security ForcesSquadron

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Eating the recommended amount of fruits and veg-etables each day is not easy for many people, especiallythose accustomed to a fast-food diet, but a challengethe Randolph Health and Wellness Center will sponsorin September aims to show participants it’s not so diffi-cult.

A four-week event open to all members of the basecommunity, from dependents age 5 and older toretirees, the Fruits and Veggies-More MattersChallenge is designed to increase fruit and vegetableconsumption to minimum levels recommended by theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention.

“The whole premise of this campaign is to encouragethe consumption of fruits and vegetables,” saidJennifer Sides, 359th Aerospace-Medicine Squadronhealth and wellness dietitian. “Each week the partici-pants will track the amount of fruits and vegetablesthey’ve eaten and turn in the log weekly.”

In addition to its health benefits, the challenge,which runs from Sept. 1-30, gives participants multiplechances to win prizes each week by turning in their

weekly logs, completing bonus activities and meetingthe CDC’s recommendations each day. A final drawingis planned for those who turn in all four weeks’ worthof logs.

The CDC recommendations vary by age, gender andactivity level, Ms. Sides said. Women in the 19- to 30-year-old age group, for example, should eat 2 cups offruits and 2.5 cups of vegetables while 31- to 50-year-old women should consume 1.5 cups of fruits and 2.5cups of vegetables. Men between 19 and 50 years oldshould eat 2 cups of fruits and 3 cups of vegetableseach day while those over 50 should consume 2 cups offruits and 2.5 cups of vegetables. All recommendationsfor age, gender and activity level can be found by visit-ing www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov.

Ms. Sides said eating a variety of fruits and vegeta-bles every day contributes to good health.

“Fruits and vegetables are important because theycontain substances that prevent chronic diseases,” shesaid. “They also help with weight management and arehigh in fiber. It’s a good idea to fill half your plate withfruits and vegetables.”

One large orange, one large ear of corn and onelarge sweet potato are examples of what constitutes a

cup while 16 grapes, six baby carrots and four largestrawberries each count as a half-cup.

Ms. Sides said she recommends that people eat fruitsand vegetables in a variety of colors, especially brightcolors. The CDC lists green spinach, orange sweet pota-toes, black beans, yellow corn, purple plums, redwatermelon and white onions as examples.

The CDC also recommends ways people can easilyadd more fruits and vegetables to their diet. These sug-gestions include adding fruit to cereal at breakfast, eat-ing a piece of fruit (such as an apple) as a snack, eatinga big salad at lunch, choosing raw vegetables as anafternoon snack and having two vegetables with din-ner and fruit for dessert.

People who wish to enter the challenge may registeronline at www.surveymonkey.com/s/FK9HBF8 or in-person at the HAWC by Monday. Weekly logs and infor-mation on optional activities will be e-mailed to partici-pants or to parents and guardians of those under 17years old; copies may also be picked up at the HAWC.Participants may turn in paper copies of their logs orenter them electronically by the specified time.

Call Ms. Sides at 652-3644 or e-mail her atjennifer.sides.ctr@randolph.af.mil for more details.

HAWC challenge promotes eating fruits, vegetables

PAGE 9WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 8 AUGUST 27, 2010

Active Shooter Training Exerciseaffects base commmunities

Photo by Steve White

Randolph and Lackland Air Force Basesare scheduled to participate in an activeshooter training exercise Tuesday.

The members of these base communi-ties are asked to be alert for emergency vehicles and the re-routing of traffic during the exercise.

EXERCISE ALERT

Edwards Aquifer Levelin feet above sea level

Normal - above 660’Stage I - 660’Stage II - 650’Stage III - 642’Stage IV - 640.5’Stage V - 637’

CURRENT LEVEL* = 668.1’*determines Joint Base San Antonio water conservation stage

*as of Thursday

• When: Sept. 7 at 8 a.m.• Where: Parr Club, Bldg. 500• RSVP: by Thursday tojuan.f.garcia@randolph.af.mil • Cost: $12 for non-club members and $10 for club members• For details, contact Maj. Juan Garcia at 652-5972

Combined Federal CampaignKick-Off Breakfast

CFC

Randolph Field Independent School District officials remindparents that their children may be eligible for free or reduced-price breakfasts and lunches.

Children may receive free meals if they live in householdsreceiving food stamps, are participants in the TemporaryAssistance for Needy Families program or are foster children.Children may also qualify if their household income is within thelimits on the current federal income chart. Parents can pick upan application at their child’s school.

For details, call Cynthia Moczygemba at 357-2465.

Reduced-Price Mealsfor RFISD Students

SIGN UP NOW FOR

Mark your calendars, organize a team and start training for the Fifth AnnualRambler 120 Team Challenge Oct. 16 at Randolph Recreation Park at CanyonLake. Be a part of the action as more than 50 teams compete for the best overalltime in the following events:

22-mile bike ride6-mile run 2-mile raft race Mystery event

Not confident about competing? Then just enter to complete it. Challenge your-self and your teammates as you enjoy the camaraderie, fresh air and beautifulHill Country setting of Canyon Lake, 48 miles north of San Antonio. All partici-pants receive a commemorative t-shirt and lunch.

As in previous years, teams are registered in one of two divisions: a Relay divi-sion for teams with five to eight people and an Xtreme division for four-person,“do-it-all” teams. There are also three categories within each division: All Male,All Female and Coed. The entry fee is $100 for Xtreme teams and $150 for Relayteams. Awards are presented to the top three teams in each division and category.

The deadline to enter is Sept. 27. Entry forms can be picked up on base atOutdoor Recreation and Information, Tickets and Tours, Bldg. 897; the RamblerFitness Center, Bldg. 999; or online at www.randolphfss.com .

For more information, contact Steve Knechtel at 652-6508 or e-mailstephen.knechtel@randolph.af.mil.

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902nd Force Support Squadron Briefs

PAGE 9WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 8 AUGUST 27, 2010

Active Shooter Training Exerciseaffects base commmunities

Photo by Steve White

Randolph and Lackland Air Force Basesare scheduled to participate in an activeshooter training exercise Tuesday.

The members of these base communi-ties are asked to be alert for emergency vehicles and the re-routing of traffic during the exercise.

EXERCISE ALERT

Edwards Aquifer Levelin feet above sea level

Normal - above 660’Stage I - 660’Stage II - 650’Stage III - 642’Stage IV - 640.5’Stage V - 637’

CURRENT LEVEL* = 668.1’*determines Joint Base San Antonio water conservation stage

*as of Thursday

• When: Sept. 7 at 8 a.m.• Where: Parr Club, Bldg. 500• RSVP: by Thursday tojuan.f.garcia@randolph.af.mil • Cost: $12 for non-club members and $10 for club members• For details, contact Maj. Juan Garcia at 652-5972

Combined Federal CampaignKick-Off Breakfast

CFC

Randolph Field Independent School District officials remindparents that their children may be eligible for free or reduced-price breakfasts and lunches.

Children may receive free meals if they live in householdsreceiving food stamps, are participants in the TemporaryAssistance for Needy Families program or are foster children.Children may also qualify if their household income is within thelimits on the current federal income chart. Parents can pick upan application at their child’s school.

For details, call Cynthia Moczygemba at 357-2465.

Reduced-Price Mealsfor RFISD Students

SIGN UP NOW FOR

Mark your calendars, organize a team and start training for the Fifth AnnualRambler 120 Team Challenge Oct. 16 at Randolph Recreation Park at CanyonLake. Be a part of the action as more than 50 teams compete for the best overalltime in the following events:

22-mile bike ride6-mile run 2-mile raft race Mystery event

Not confident about competing? Then just enter to complete it. Challenge your-self and your teammates as you enjoy the camaraderie, fresh air and beautifulHill Country setting of Canyon Lake, 48 miles north of San Antonio. All partici-pants receive a commemorative t-shirt and lunch.

As in previous years, teams are registered in one of two divisions: a Relay divi-sion for teams with five to eight people and an Xtreme division for four-person,“do-it-all” teams. There are also three categories within each division: All Male,All Female and Coed. The entry fee is $100 for Xtreme teams and $150 for Relayteams. Awards are presented to the top three teams in each division and category.

The deadline to enter is Sept. 27. Entry forms can be picked up on base atOutdoor Recreation and Information, Tickets and Tours, Bldg. 897; the RamblerFitness Center, Bldg. 999; or online at www.randolphfss.com .

For more information, contact Steve Knechtel at 652-6508 or e-mailstephen.knechtel@randolph.af.mil.

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902nd Force Support Squadron Briefs

PAGE 11WINGSPREADAUGUST 27, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 10 AUGUST 27, 2010

Randolph Ro-Hawks gear up for gridiron action Football is to Texas what air planes are to the Air Force, and the

Randolph High School Ro-Hawks are out to make sure they soar tovictory in 2010. Coach Pete Wesp has high hopes for this season with

several experienced returning players and promising newcomers. Not even the hot Texas sun can keep the Ro-Hawks from spending

long mornings and afternoons honing their skills. The Team workson agility, strength and strategy so they will be ready to take on

Fort Sam Houston’s Cole Cougars in only a few short weeks.

Photos bySteve Thurow

Randolph HighSchool assistantfootball coach TimGendron works withRo-Hawks varsityquarterback JacorianDuffield betweenplays Aug. 11 duringpreseason practice.

Randolph HighSchool head footballcoach Pete Wesp(standing) observes asRo-Hawks varsitylinemen conductrolling drills toimprove their agilityAug. 11 duringpreseason practice.

Ro-Hawks varsity defensive tackle Ian Coleman (left)and guard Cole Thompson work on their tackling andhitting techniques during a full pad practice.

Ro-Hawks juniorvarsity backs jumpthrough the runningropes to improve theiragility during a pre-season practicesession in preparationfor the 2010 season.

Randolph Ro-Hawks gear up for gridiron action

WINGSPREADPAGE 12 AUGUST 27, 2010

SPORTS – HEALTH – FITNESS

Team biathlonA two-person team

biathlon takes place Sept. 4 at 7 a.m. atEberle Park.

The first team membermust complete the 10-milebike route in order for thesecond team member tostart running the 5K. Therewill be age categories forfemale and male.

The first, second andthird place winners in eachcategory receive a trophy.

Golf tournamentA Red,White and Blue

Labor Day Golf Tournamenttakes place Sept. 6 at theRandolph Oaks Golf Club.Tee times are 7-9 a.m. andthe entry fee is $10.

For more information,call 652-4570.

Basketball tournamentThe Fitness Center hosts

a 3-on-3 basketball doubleelimination tournamentSept. 7-8.

Eligibility is open to any-one who works on base. Theteams must consist ofplayers who work in thesame unit.

Teams may register byan e-mail sent to theRambler Fitness Centersports director atrick.prado@randolph.af.mil.

Rambler 120The 5th Annual Rambler

120 Team Challenge takesplace Oct. 16 at RandolphRecreation Park at CanyonLake. The deadline to signup is Sept. 27. For details,e-mail stephen.knechtel@randolph.af.mil. or call652-6508.

SportsBRIEFS

By David DeKunderNE Herald Staff Writer

As to what the Randolph Ro-Hawksaspire to be this season, coach Pete Wesppoints to a couple of photos hanging on afield house wall.

The team photos chronicle over 40 yearsof Randolph football history, which includeseveral district titles, three state semifinalappearances and an appearance in the1967 state title game.

“This is what they want, is to havetheir picture on the wall,” Coach Wespsaid. “It is a matter of tradition. Theywant the gold ball (trophy). These guys’goal is to be like Randolph.”

After going 3-6 in 2009, only the fifthlosing season in school history, CoachWesp said all signs point to a turn aroundfor the Ro-Hawks this season.

“There is a lot of experience coming back(for us),” Coach Wesp said. “They have a goodattitude and they worked hard during thesummer. We had 36 to 40 kids here every day.It is a completely different atmosphere (fromlast year). The guys here have goals they haveset and they want to accomplish them.”

Randolph returns eight offensive andseven defensive starters. Jacorian Duffield, a6-3 senior, will start at quarterback. Lastyear, Duffield played at two different posi-tions, wingback and split end, besides beingthe team’s backup quarterback. With hisspeed and athleticism, Coach Wesp saidDuffield is the right fit to lead Randolph’srun-based Wing-T offense.

“Jacorian is a good leader,” Coach Wespsaid. “He is going to do good (at quarter-back). He has the skills for it; he is a 6-10high jumper. You don’t get those (type ofathletes) every day.”

Coach Wesp said the Ro-Hawks have a cou-ple of players who can run the ball, which willmake it hard for opposing defenses to key upon one runner. Junior Trey Washington, who iscoming off knee surgery, will get the nod attailback. Senior Josh Dodgen was to have been

the fullback until he injured his knee duringthe second week of practice. Junior BrettGrazetti will take his place.

When he goes to the air, Duffield will throwto senior split end Reece Washington or wing-back Jason Carbajal.

While the offensive line took their lumps lastseason, experience should make them betterthis year. Senior Kory Kuhl, who started at leftguard last season, is being moved to tight end.The rest of the offensive line includes seniorShaquille Henry at center, Cole Callaway andLiam Murphy at the tackles and Ian Colemanand Cole Thompson at the guards.

Defensively, Coach Wesp said he expectsthis year’s unit to be more aggressive andphysical.

“I think they will do a better job of gettingto the football and making things happenwhen they get there,” the coach said.

Kuhl and Sam Osborne will be the insidelinebackers, with Grazetti and Henry man-ning the outside linebacker positions. On thedefensive line, Callaway and junior JordanYoung are the ends with Coleman lining up attackle and Thompson at nose guard.

The secondary consists of Duffield and

Reece Washington at the cornerbacks andCarbajal at strong safety.

Randolph kicks off the season Friday atSan Antonio Christian and has its homeopener against Ingram Tom-Moore Sept. 3.Their last three non-district opponents willbe Karnes City, Marion and Texas MilitaryInstitute.

The Ro-Hawks will be competing in a newdistrict this season, 13-2A Division I, whichincludes Cole, Cotulla, George West,Jourdanton and Natalia. Randolph startsdistrict play at Ro-Hawk Stadium Oct. 8against rival Cole. They will follow up withCotulla, Natalia and Jourdanton before end-ing the regular season at home Nov. 5against George West, a game that coulddecide the district title.

If the Ro-Hawks are to stay in the runningfor a district title, Coach Wesp said they willneed to stay healthy, committed to their goalsand have “the perseverance to put up a goodfight” during a long season.

If those things come together, anotherRo-Hawk team picture will be placed onthe field house wall and, possibly, anoth-er “gold ball” put in the trophy case.

Ro-Hawks strive for winning formGRIDIRON GRIT

Photo by Steve ThurowRo-Hawks tailback Trey Washington pushes out reps at the bench press station to improve his upperbody strength while guard Cole Thompson spots him during a varsity team weight room session inpreparation for the 2010 football season.

Strong showing on fieldis ‘a matter of tradition’for Randolph HighSchool’s varsity team