Fairchild Briefs and Education Briefs Published Oct. 25, 2007 FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. -- The following is a list of upcoming Fairchild events and other pertinent 92nd Air Refueling Wing information. Education briefs are located at the bottom of the page. Briefs 2007 Combined Federal Campaign drive Take this opportunity to help local Fairchild youth by donating to the Child Development Center or the Youth Center through the Combined Federal Campaign. The campaign runs through Nov. 13. Contact your unit CFC Representative or Maj. Scott Linck at 247-2432 for details. Town Hall Meeting There will be a Town Hall meeting at Club Fairchild Nov. 15 at 6 p.m. Topics of discussion will include housing privatization, snow season responsibilities, fall and winter house preparations, youth sports, family member support update, security forces update, and a Medical Lake School District update, among other things. TMO closure The Traffic Management Office will be closed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 30 for a going away luncheon. If emergency assistance is required during that time period, please call 995-4748 for Personal Property/Passenger Travel or 995-3801 for Freight issues. Club Fairchild membership drive Club Fairchild is holding a membership drive through Dec. 31. Squadrons will receive credit for each new squadron member, military or civilian, who signs up at the Club Fairchild cash cage. The three squadrons with the highest percentages of new members during the drive receive a $300, a $200 and a $100 voucher respectively for a squadron function held at Club Fairchild. Call Club Fairchild for information at 247-2616. Applications are available at the club's cash cage. National Anthem auditions National Anthem auditions are going to be held Nov. 13 at the Deel Community Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information call 247-2287. USAF Band to visit Spokane The Air Force Band in Washington DC will perform at Ferris High School in Spokane, Wash., Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Both the Concert Band and the Singing Sergeants will perform. The concert is free, but attendees must reserve tickets (for space assurance purposes only) through Ferris High School. Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Ferris High School, 3020 E. 37th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223. Label the envelope with the phrase "Band tickets." Four tickets maximum per request. Pass and Registration section move The 92nd Security Forces Squadron Pass and Registration office has moved to Bldg. 4325, located inside the base perimeter next to the main gate. The parking lot entrance is across the street from the chapel. The new issue point is the issue point for all Security Forces-issued identification, including restricted area badges, contractor IDs and Geneva Convention cards for medical personnel. The office is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., and closed holidays. The Visitor Center is still located at the entry screening facility outside the base perimeter. The center is the issue point for visitor passes, vehicle passes, and vehicle registration and decals. Musical Salute to Veterans The El Katif Shrine Legion of Honor hosts a Musical Salute to Veterans Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic Temple auditorium, located at 1108 W. Riverside Ave. in Spokane, Wash. The event is free and open to the public. Month of the Military Family The Airman and Family Readiness Center sponsors free weekly prize drawings during, November, the National Month of the Military Family. The A&FRC will also show free movies at the base theater Nov. 10. Scary stories hour On Oct. 28, the Fairchild Exchange will host a scary stores hour with George Maupin, Weatherman for KHQ Channel 6. This is in line with their "Success by 6" reading campaign targeted at getting young kids interested in reading. He will be at the Main Store from 2 to 3 p.m. AADD looking for volunteers Airman Against Drunk Driving is looking for volunteers to fill treasurer and secretary positions. The treasurer is responsible for tracking and settling all debts and assets, and the secretary is responsible for scheduling meeting and publishing meeting minutes. Email Chief Master Sgt. Paul Sikora, 92nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, at Paul.Sikora@fairchild.af.mil to volunteer. Wild West Fall Fest The Wild West Fall Fest, a children's carnival with a western theme, will be held Oct. 26 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Fairchild Chapel Annex. The event is free, includes supper and is open to families. Call Mandy or Jennifer at 247-8615 to RSVP or for more information. Fitness Center Locker Policy Change The Fitness Center will conduct a locker change. All locks must be removed by Dec. 31. Contact the Fitness Center at 247-2791 for additional information. Green Plate Lunch Special at Club Fairchild There will be a green plate lunch special at Club Fairchild. It is a new, lighter lunch option that includes unlimited soup, salad and beverages. The option will be available Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost will be $5.95 for members and $7.95 non-members. Holiday party reservations Services is standing by for holiday party reservations. There are a variety of venues, dates and options for holiday parties at Club Fairchild, the Final Point, 247-2616; Funspot, 247-2422; and the Aquatic Center, 247-2242. Family and kids' parties are welcome. Ski Blow Out The Outdoor Recreation Connection has started its winter ski blowout sale. Used adult and junior skis and bindings from $75 to $100 will be available. Buy your winter skis while supplies last. Call 247-2511 for details. Operation Warm Heart The holiday season is fast approaching and it is time to survey your Airman for those who may be in need of a little extra help at Thanksgiving. Operation Warm Heart requests need to be sent to Master Sgt. Daniel Dodd. Baskets will be distributed on Nov. 16. Please keep in mind that these are intended for Airmen of any rank with dependants and a legitimate need for assistance. Please forward names, family size and a brief description as to their situation to Sergeant Dodd no later than Nov. 9. by calling 247-8020 or 247-8325. Lost and Found Several items have been turned into the Security Forces Lost and Found. The items relinquished to security forces as found or abandoned property includes one black and gold ring, one Audiovox mini handheld radio, one small denim purse, one Roadmaster bicycle, one U.S. Bank money bag. Cooking classes at the HAWC Fresh and healthy cooking classes are held at the Health and Wellness Center on the first and third Fridays of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn how to use fresh foods to make healthy, great tasting food for you and your family. Classes are taught by a registered dietitian using seasonal items to help you save money on your grocery bill and prepare great tasting nutritious food. Please contact Alyson Kresser at 247-5590 or alyson.kresser@fairchild.af.mil for more information on class topics and to reserve a spot as enrollment is limited. Daily Catholic Mass There will be daily Catholic Mass Tuesday through Thursday at noon. The mass will be held in the blessed sacrament room in the chapel. For more information call 247-2264. Pumpkin Patrol Every year, volunteers walk through the base housing areas during Trick-or-Treating hours as members of the Annual Pumpkin Patrol. This provides a safe environment for the children. Volunteers will meet at Bldg. 2071, Security Forces at 5 p.m. Trick-or-Treating hours are 6 - 8 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering please contact Staff Sgt. Oscar Hernandez via email by close of business Oct. 27 rank, name, unit and housing area requested to oscar.hernandez@fairchild.af.mil. Breast Cancer Awareness Month For more than 20 years National Breast Cancer Awareness Month has helped focus national attention on breast cancer and the importance of early detection and treatment. Active duty women and adult female retirees and family members are encouraged to schedule their annual Pap, breast exam and mammogram (if required) for the same day at the 92nd Medical Group clinic. Stop by immunizations and get your shots updated while you are there. Call Diagnostic Imaging and Women's Health to make your appointment today at 247-2617 for DI and 247-2361 for WH. Airman's Attic donations Due to building renovations, the Airman's Attic is unable to accept donations through Nov. 21, as they will be unable to store them during this time. The Airman's Attic will remain open to serve you, but may experience some closures due to the construction. Your patience during this time is greatly appreciated. Volunteer sexual assault victim advocates needed The next training session for volunteer sexual assault victim advocates is Nov. 13 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Post Office (lower level.) Volunteers provide crisis intervention, referral and ongoing support for sexual assault victims. For information or to sign up for training, call 247-444 or email Fairchild SAPR. Book swap The Deel Community Center holds a book swap 9 a.m. - noon and a story hour 10-11 a.m. every Monday the center is open. Volunteers are needed to read during story hour. For information or to volunteer call Tad Miles at 247-2619. CDC Part Day program The Child Development Center is offering a Part Day Program for children ages 24-36 months. There are two, three and five-day program options. The program runs from 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. Fees are based on total family income. Registration for the program is on a first-come first-serve basis. Contact the CDC at 247-2403 for information. Undergraduate Flying Training The next Undergraduate Flying Training selection board will convene at the Air Force Personnel Center Jan. 8. This selection board will review active duty applications for selection to pilot, CSO and air battle manager training. Those officers with a date of birth after April 1, 1978, and a TFCSD after April 1, 2003, who meet all other eligibility criteria, will be eligible to apply for UFT. Applicants must send the completed application postmarked by Nov. 26 to: HQ AFPC/DPAOT3 550 C Street West Suite 31 Randolph AFB, TX 78150-4733 Applicants are responsible for advising commanders and supervisors providing AF Form 215 comments of the application deadline. Applications with incomplete or missing data may not be processed. All applicants need to complete the Air Force Officer Qualification Test. In addition, pilot applicants must complete the Test of Basic Aviation Skills. For more information on application procedures, see AFI 36-2205 or contact the base formal training element at the education center at 247-8303. Education Briefs Force Development Education The Officer 101 course for junior officers is held to maximize your career. The course is open to those ranked second lieutenant through captain, as well as enlisted personnel interested in commissioning. The course will be held Oct. 30 at the base Education Center in room 105 from 8 a.m. to noon. The Anatomy of Leadership and Influence course is available to all military and civilian personnel looking to maximize their leadership abilities. The course will be held Oct. 26 at the base Education Center in room 113 from 8 a.m. to noon. Contact Dennis Ottmar at 247-4209 or email dennis.ottmar@fairchild.af.mil with any questions about enrollment. Park University -Park University's Fairchild Campus Center will be offering the Writing Competency Test Oct. 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20 and 27; and Dec. 4. Students should sign up at least two terms prior to taking EN306/CJ441/CJ450. A passing WCT score is a prerequisite to register for EN306/CJ441/CJ450 and also a graduation requirement. The WCT results will not be available until at least three weeks after test date. Failure to comply with this requirement could delay graduation because the requirement will not be waived. Call 244-2020 to schedule an appointment to take the WCT. -Park University students receiving Pell Grants or student loans, please be aware the process of dropping a class may change your eligibility for them. If Park is required to return a portion of an amount already awarded, the student will be responsible for any balance resulting from the return of the loan or grant money. Before dropping classes, please check with Student Financial Services to determine if your loan or grant eligibility will be affected. For information call 244-2020 -All consortiums and visiting student agreements must be approved by the host institution Registrar and home institution Registrar and received in the Student Financial Services Office, Park University before the beginning of the term for which aid is being requested. If not, the consortium/visiting student agreement will not be processed. Students are also responsible for ensuring the Registrar at the host institution completes and forwards the form in a timely manner. Call 244-2020 for information. Southern Illinois University Southern Illinois University Carbondale offers an accelerated-format Bachelor of Science degree program at Fairchild. The program allows students to complete their major in one year, with an alternating weekend schedule. No associate degree is required to start the program, and up to 44 semester hours can be granted for work experience and technical training. Full financial assistance is available to qualified students. Earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Workforce Education and Development. Classes begin Jan. 12. Call 244-3356 or 244-3789 for information. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University offers Bachelor and Masters Degree programs and an AMT Type 65 certificate for those seeking an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license. Courses may be completed either in class or worldwide through distance learning. Embry-Riddle's Worldwide Campus consists of more than 130 learning centers in 37 states and five countries. To find out more, call the Spokane Campus at 244-3832 or online at www.erau.edu/spokane.