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PAGE 4 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 5RADUATION from P1future,” said guest speaker Command Sgt.Maj. Donald R. Felt, Installation ManagementCommand Central.“So commanders, I urge you to supportthat Soldier, Sailor, Airman or Marine topursue higher education goals. You willreap benefits in the future.”Following the presentation of diplomas,the Education Center offered refreshmentsand representatives from numerous localcolleges and universities were on hand tospeak with future students or give informationabout their programs.Congratulations to the following graduatespresent at the day’s ceremony.American Military UniversityTech. Sgt. Thomas Cooper, BA Criminal JusticeStaff Sgt. Megan Deleon, MA National Security StudiesSgt. 1st Class John Gantzer, BA HomelandSecuirty with honorsMaster Sgt. Christopher Graham, BA CriminalJustice with honorsRetired Sgt. 1st Class Carolyn Everage, MS Education,Teaching-Instructional Leadership with honorsRetired Sgt. 1st Class Donna Horton, BA HomelandSecurityTech. Sgt. Patrick Hunt, BA Criminal JusticeChief Master Sgt. Jimmy Jones, BA Criminal JusticeMaster Sgt. Tiffany Oliver, BS Public HealthMaster Sgt. Steven Ostrov, BA IntelligenceStudies with honorsTech. Sgt. Antonio Payne, BA Emergency & Disaster ManagementTech. Sgt. Timothy Petch, BA Criminal JusticeSgt. 1st Class Robert Simms, MA Management & Human ResourcesColumbia Southern UniversityStaff Sgt. Damion Noiel, BS Business AdministrationCommunity College of the Air ForcePetty Officer 1st Class Stephen Lollis, AS BiomedicalEquipment TechnologyExcelsior CollegeRetired Sgt. 1st Class Harrison Jules, AS NursingRetires Chief Petty Officer Joseph Rudolph, BA CriminalJustice with honorsKaplan UniversitySgt. 1st Class Kendrick Sallis, BS PsychologyThomas Edison State CollegeSgt. 1st Class Roydon Johnson, ASAST Medical ImagingTrident UniversityMaster Sgt. Brian Morris, Masters in Business AdministrationRetired Sgt. 1st Class Collette Weary, BSHS Health Care ManagementSgt. Anntoniette Pierce, Masters in Business AdministrationUniversity of Maryland University CollegeRetired Sgt. 1st Class Frederick Vann, BS Management StudiesWayland Baptist UniversitySgt. 1st Class Eddie Cervantes, BS Occupational EducationSgt. 1st Class William Mitchell, Bachelor of Applied ScienceSgt. 1st Class Carlos Morajara, BS Occupational EducationWebster UniversityChris Hillard, MA Management & LeadershipRetired Master Sgt. Derrick Johnson, MA Procurement &Acquisitions ManagementRetired Master Sgt. Tony Erskine, MA Procurement &Acquisitions ManagementHoliday Helping HandPhoto by Lori NewmanChaplain (Col.) Terry L. Whiteside, Joint Base San Antonio-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> InstallationCommand chaplain, presents a check in the amount of $12,375 andan additional $1,500 in Commissary gift cards collected from the JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Chapel congregations to Staff Sgt. Adam Sahlberg, president of the SMALeon Van Autreve Sergeant Audie Murphy Club. The funds were used to purchase$25 gift cards for service members in the need of a little extra help during theThanksgiving holiday. The SAMC hosts the annual Thanksgiving basket donationto support service members on JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>, JBSA-Camp Bullis andJBSA-Lackland.Did you know?One of the best things about ICE is thatpeople can let service providers know whenthey do a great job, not just for poor service.It takes 5 minutes or less to submit acomment at http://ice.disa.mil.2 x 3.75 AD4 x 4.75 AD6 x 4.75 AD 6 x 4.75 AD


PAGE 8 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 9JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> adopted schools celebrate Veterans Day3 x 4.75 ADPhoto by Esther GarciaLt. Col. Neil Nelson, 264th Medical Battalion commander, speaks to students at East Terrell HillsElementary School, during the school’s Veterans Ceremony <strong>Nov</strong>. 9. The ceremony recognized veteranswho are relatives of the students. Each veteran was introduced and presented with paper flowersmade by the students. East Terrell Hills Elementary School is the 264th Medical Battalion adoptedschool through the Joint Base San Antonio-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Adopt-A-School program.Photo by Serafina De Los SantosCol John Lamoureux, 502nd Mission Support Group commander and members of the 106th SignalBrigade participate in a Veterans Day ceremony <strong>Nov</strong>. 12 at Wilshire Elementary School. Lamoureuxpresented an American flag to the school and members of the brigade conducted a flag folding ceremonyso the children could see the proper way to fold the flag. The school’s choir performed a specialmusical tribute and each veteran was presented a white rose adorned with red, white, and blue ribbons.The honored guests were then treated to a reception with refreshments in the Wilshire Library.3 x 9.75 AD6 x 4.75 AD3 x 4.75 AD


PAGE 10 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 11IMCOM looks to expedite hiring at garrisonsGarrison commandersare recruiting for about2,000 job openings, andwhile the competitiveprocess can be timeconsuming,exceptionsto the process allow fornoncompetitive selectionof current IMCOMemployees, transitioningSoldiers, disabled veteransand certain others.At the same time, the<strong>Army</strong> still faces a newfiscal environment thatcould require more civilianworkforce reductionsin the future, so the headquarterswill continue toclosely oversee the fillingof critical vacancies to ensurethe command stayswithin sustainable endstrength numbers.IMCOM started fiscalyear 2012 facing amandatory reduction ofmore than 4,000 civilianpositions including theheadquarters, the regionsand the garrisons.In the interest ofretaining a highly experiencedand specializedworkforce, the commandapproached the necessaryreduction with a commitmentto meet the endstrength target throughattrition and judicious fillingof critical vacancies.This proactive approachto human resourcesmanagementhas succeeded to theextent that IMCOM hasexceeded its reductiontarget through voluntaryseparations, retirementand cross-leveling throughreassignment.The new personneloutlook is good news forprotecting the workforce,but the garrisons are nowanxious to fill these nearly2,000 openings to sustaintheir operations.“It’s great to see thatwe could continue to meetour mission requirementswhile still taking care ofour civilian workforce,”said IMCOM CommanderLt. Gen. Michael Ferriter.The federal hiring systemis a competitive process,designed to evaluateapplicants fairly, but notnecessarily quickly, especiallyin recruiting fromoutside the government.But federal regulationsallow for noncompetitiveconsideration of thevery populations IMCOMseeks to help – includingcurrent employees,transitioning Soldiers anddisabled veterans.“As we look at waysto expedite the approvalprocess, there are stepsthe garrisons can take tospeed the process, includingstreamlining the recruitingprocess, workingin advance with the CPACon determining the levelof competition, getting jobassessments ready, consideringnoncompetitiveselections of the currentIMCOM workforce, andhiring veterans and familymembers,” said IMCOMDirector of Human Resources(G1) Karen M.Perkins.Most hiring actions stillmust go to the HeadquartersIMCOM HumanResources ManagementBoard for initial screeningand a recommendation tothe commanding general.When the commanderapproves a hiring request,he specifies whether avacancy must be filled bya current IMCOM employeeor whether it can berecruited outside the commandand even outsidethe federal workforce.The first step remainsthe IMCOM EnterprisePlacement Program, whichmay provide a reassignmentopportunity for apotentially vulnerableIMCOM employee who iswilling to relocate. Whilethe IEPP process is working,managers can begintheir recruitment processto be ready to select ifIEPP does not provide aneligible candidate.If managers want toconsider using one of thespecial hiring authoritieslaid out under Title 5 ofthe Code of Federal Regulations,there are manyways to hire transitioningSoldiers, disabled veteransand persons with disabilitiesnoncompetitively.“These are excellentways to select qualifiedpeople noncompetitively,and they help disabledveterans and transitioningSoldiers, which we wantto do anyway,” said LoisKeith, chief of Civilian Personnelin the IMCOM G1.One such authority isthe Veterans’ RecruitmentAuthority, whichallows for noncompetitiveappointment to positionsin grades up to GS-11of disabled veterans orveterans who served onactive duty during a war,a recognized campaignor expedition, or certainother military operations.Another opportunityis to appoint a veteranretired from active dutywith a disability ratingof 30 percent or more.These appointments are60-day temporary or termto start with, but may beconverted to career orcareer-conditional.Another talent resourceis <strong>Army</strong> spouses, whonormally won’t qualify fornoncompetitive appointment,but often comewith wide experience andvaried skill sets that mightnot be readily available inthe local talent pool.Also, former governmentemployees eligiblefor reinstatement can beselected noncompetitivelyin any grade up to theirformer highest grade, aslong as they meet qualifications.The installation CivilianPersonnel Action Center isthe local resource for allcivilian hiring. Every actionshould be in consultationwith them.(Source: IMCOM PublicAffairs)3 x 4.75 AD 3 x 4.75 AD2 x 6 AD2 x 3.75 AD 2 x 3.75 AD6 x 4.75 AD


PAGE 12 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 13<strong>Army</strong> North hostsPow Wowfor National Native AmericanHeritage celebrationPhoto by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher DeHartDancers, performers and participants stand togetherduring the Grand Entry <strong>Nov</strong>. 17 as partof the National Native American Heritage Monthcelebration.Photo by Col. Wayne ShanksSebastian Morado, one of the dancers, performs aNorthern traditional dance <strong>Nov</strong>. 17 as part of theNational Native American Heritage Month celebration.Morado’s name means “purple” so he dressesaccordingly for every event he attends.Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher DeHartDonovan Anderson, 3, puts his all into his dance during the “Gourd Dance” <strong>Nov</strong>. 17in the historic Quadrangle as part of the National Native American Heritage Monthcelebration.Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher DeHartAir Force Capt. Amileah Davis (left) is honored by Lenny and Dana Medina, the head gourd dancer and head lady dancer respectively, <strong>Nov</strong>. 17 as part of the National NativeAmerican Heritage Month celebration in the historic Quadrangle. Members of the United San Antonio Pow Wow organization were the main guests as part of the celebration,along with vendors and other distinguished members of the shared communities from here and around Texas and represented tribes and nations from across North America.The celebration and pow wow are sponsored by the Joint Base San Antonio-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Equal Opportunity and Equal Employment Opportunity Programs as well asthe USAPW.Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher DeHartMaj. Gen. Adolph McQueen Sr., deputy commanding general for support, U.S.<strong>Army</strong> North, receives one of the first 2013 Fiesta medals from Erwin De Luna,master of ceremonies and Head Man dancer.Virgie Ravenhawk,one of the vendorsand a retired <strong>Army</strong>veteran, plays oneof her hand-craftedflutes for guests<strong>Nov</strong>. 17 as partof the NationalNative AmericanHeritage Monthcelebration in thehistoric Quadrangle.Ravenhawk’s familyheritage comesfrom Wichita andAztec backgrounds.Photo byCol. Wayne ShanksSeveral of thedancers inaccurate Nativegarb perform aNorthern-styledance <strong>Nov</strong>. 17as part of theNational NativeAmericanHeritage Monthcelebration inthe historicQuadrangle.Photo byCol. WayneShanksPhoto by Col. Wayne ShanksAir Force Capt. Amileah Davis, a clinical psychology resident atJoint Base San Antonio-Lackland, participates as a dancer followingthe Grand Entry ceremony <strong>Nov</strong>. 17 as part of the NationalNative American Heritage Month celebration in the historic Quadrangle.Davis created a unique garb that incorporates her militaryservice and her Native American heritage.Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Christopher DeHartMembers of the United San Antonio Pow Wow organization participatein the National Native American Heritage Month celebration.


PAGE 14 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 15Station Chief MichaelPena assists BurbankHigh School JROTCCadet Staff Sgt. SeleneLira with trying on turnoutgear during a tour ofJoint Base San Antonio-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> FireStation, <strong>Nov</strong>. 14. Thecadets visited the EngagementSkills Training2000, Department ofCombat Medic Training,<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>Museum and ate lunchat the Quadrangle duringtheir tour of JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>.Photo by Kathy SalazarBurbank cadets tourJBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>6 x 4.75 AD 3 x 9.75 AD3 x 3 AD3 x 3 AD


PAGE 16 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 176 x 4.75 AD2012 Armed Forces Action Plan Conference a historical successBy Cheryl HarrisonWarfighter and Family Readiness,MarketingActive duty, retired,civilians and family membersjoined together toaddress significant issuesthat could affect the wellbeingof the military familyat the annual ArmedForces Action PlanConference <strong>Nov</strong>. 13 to16at Dodd Field Chapel.Once known strictlyas an <strong>Army</strong> conference,AFAP continues to evolveas a Joint Base militaryeffort.AFAP allows a processfor concerns and issuesof not only <strong>Army</strong> Soldiers,but all membersof the Joint Base SanAntonio community tobe heard and potentiallyresolved to make a betterand stronger military.AFAP was createdin 1980 through focusgroups, but was fullydeveloped with the firstofficial conference held inJuly 1983.The <strong>Army</strong> designedthe AFAP program toidentify issues, raisingthem to the appropriatelevel to be solved. But,the program doesn’t stopthere. Once an issue isentered into the program,the <strong>Army</strong> monitorsit to ensure it is resolvedor deemed unattainable.This ‘grass root’ programbrings up issuesand provides recommendationsto the chain ofcommand.Some issues arehandled at the locallevel, but many issuesDid you know?One of the best things about ICE is that people can let service providersknow when they do a great job, not just for poor service.It takes 5 minutes or less to submit a comment at http://ice.disa.mil.take Department of the<strong>Army</strong>-level action to affectchange.This year’s significantaspect of the AFAPprogram is its affect onthe “total” military familyand their quality of life.“We have re-titledthe AFAP to the ArmedForces Action Plan becauseof the joint natureof San Antonio,” said Col.James Chevallier, vicecommander, 502nd AirBase Wing and deputycommander, Joint BaseSan Antonio.“It is good to see thatwe had representativesfrom all the services andclearly by some of theissues, they were jointissues.”During the three anda half day conference, 38delegates, seven teenagedelegates and 22 facilitators,recorders, transcribers,issue supportpersons, and room managerslooked at about 85issues during the conferenceand 59 issues weresubmitted to the InteractiveCustomer Evaluation,or ICE, for resolution.Guest speaker Maj.Gen. Adolph McQueen,deputy commandinggeneral for Support, U.S.<strong>Army</strong> North addressedconference attendeessaying, “Your being here,truly is improving yoursurroundings and theseactions will improve thesurrounding on <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong>. The <strong>Army</strong> isn’ta Soldier it is a family,your voice is important.”Each issue was consideredand tackled in positiveways. All issues wereprioritized and discussedin assigned work groups.Subject matter expertswere on-hand during theconference to providedelegates with informationand facts so delegatescould decide howto prioritize the issuesand develop possiblerecommendations.Issues that can beworked at the installationlevel will remainat the installation andthose that require highercommand action areforwarded to the majorcommand level conference.If prioritized at thatconference, they arethen forwarded to theDepartment of the <strong>Army</strong>conference.The groups were givenissues that pertained toMedical/Dental; Benefits,Entitlements, Facilitiesand Relocation; ForceSupport I and II; Familyand Employment Support;and Teens.During the Report Out,a spokesperson fromeach group presented thetop two or three issuesthat were considered themost viable.“A huge thank youto everyone who participatedin this year’sconference and helpingto make it a greatsuccess,” said KathleenMoree, program managerfor AFAP.“Keep in mind that itis never too early to startcoming up with issues fornext year’s AFAP conference.”Photo by DJ GreenAttendees listen closely to issues presented during an out brief held the last day of the Armed Force ActionPlan Conference. The 38 delegates wore purple and the facilitators, reporters, transcribers and issue supportor FERTIS were in red. The conference was held <strong>Nov</strong>. 13 to 16 at Dodd Field Chapel.Work groups and Issues prioritized at the Joint Base San Antonio 2012 AFAP conference were:Family and Employment Support• Military spouses eligibility date for appointment under Executive Order 13473• Centralized child care registration across Department of DefenseBenefits, Entitlements, Facilities & Relocation• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance of DOD facilities for wounded warriors• Lodging and meal expense reimbursement for single/divorced service members required to reside inunaccompanied housing that are non-custodial parents during court approved visitationForce Support I• Training in military career field prior to deployment• Placement of unfit for duty service members• Communication of tri-service commands policy and procedureForce Support II• Education on non appropriated fund activities for eligible patrons• Multiple names for Morale, Welfare, and Recreation programs across the DOD• Contracting officer representatives and publication of Equal Employment Opportunity complaintfiling proceduresMedical and Dental• Cross training for general medical care for all Unified Systems for military treatment facilitiesmedical personnel• Military Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE)• Work related data access for employees working at San Antonio Military Medical Center andWilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical CenterTeens• High school graduation requirements for military students• Communication between students and administration


PAGE 18 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 19Jazz & Wine Night now a can’t-miss eventBy Deyanira Romo Rossell502nd FSS MarketingJazz pianistAlex Bugnonentertains thecrowd at FridayNight Jazz& Wine, <strong>Nov</strong>.9, at the <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>Theatre.Photos byTim HippsPlaying to a full house, bluesand funk saxophonist RonnieLaws, jazz pianist Alex Bugnonand baritone jazz vocal recordingartist Jeffery Smith were the featuredattraction at Friday NightJazz & Wine <strong>Nov</strong>. 9 at the <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Theatre.With an autumn night offeringthe perfect ambiance, servicemembers, veterans and theirfamilies and guests soaked in themusic, wine and hors d'oeuvresat the third Jazz & Wine eventhosted by <strong>Army</strong> Entertainment atthe historic theater.“I would like to thank everyonewho supported the 2012 FridayNight Jazz & Wine Series,” saidJoe Leavell, <strong>Army</strong> Entertainmentchief.For folks ready to enjoy more jazzand wine, three shows are scheduledin 2013. Show dates are Feb. 8, April26 and <strong>Nov</strong>. 8. The featured artistsfor these shows will be announced athttp://www.<strong>Army</strong>mwr.com. For moreinformation, call 466-2020.Baritone jazz vocal recording artist Jeffery Smithplayed to a sold out audience at the third FridayNight Jazz & Wine, <strong>Nov</strong>. 9, at the <strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Theatre.3 x 4.75 AD 3 x 4.75 ADPerforming to a sold out <strong>Army</strong> Entertainment Theatre, blues andfunk saxophonist Ronnie Laws was the headliner at the FridayNight Jazz & Wine <strong>Nov</strong>. 9.THEGATEFamily Readiness GroupLeadership Academy<strong>Nov</strong>. 27-28, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.,Roadrunner Community Center,Building 2797, call 221-1829 or221-0946.Homeland Security Career Fair<strong>Nov</strong>. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building2797, call 221-0516 or 221-0427.Credit and Debt Management<strong>Nov</strong>. 27, 9-11 a.m., RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building 2797,call 221-<strong>23</strong>80.First Termer FinancialReadiness<strong>Nov</strong>. 27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., DoddField Chapel, call 221-<strong>23</strong>80.HUGS Playgroup<strong>Nov</strong>. 27, 9-11 a.m., MiddleSchool Teen Center, Building 2515,call 221-0349 or 221-2418.Newcomer’s Extravaganza<strong>Nov</strong>. 27, 9:30-11 a.m., <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Community Center, meetrepresentatives from many differentorganizations, programs and businesses,call 221-1681 or 221-2418.Consumer Awareness<strong>Nov</strong>. 27, 2-4 p.m., RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building 2797,call 221-<strong>23</strong>80.First Termer FinancialReadiness<strong>Nov</strong>. 28, noon-4 p.m., RoadrunnerCommunity Center, BuildingNEWS BRIEFSfrom P6have the authority to sell vehiclesin the continental United States.AAFES facilities are located solelyon military installations. While theExchange does have mail order andInternet offerings, the Exchangedoes not advertise in civilian outletssuch as metropolitan newspapersor automobile sales magazines.2797, call 221-<strong>23</strong>80.Excel Level 3<strong>Nov</strong>. 29, 8 a.m.-noon, RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building2797, call 221-2518 or 221-2705.Downtown Walking Tour<strong>Nov</strong>. 29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., departingfrom Roadrunner CommunityCenter, Building 2797, space islimited, so sign up early, call 221-9698 or 221-1681.Civilianjobs.com Job Fair<strong>Nov</strong>. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Community Center, call(678) 819-4153 or visit http://www.civilianjobs.com.‘Scrooge’ at Cole High SchoolThe Robert G. Cole High Schoolmusic and drama departmentsinvite the JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>community to celebrate the seasonat their annual holiday dinnertheater musical featuring CharlesDickens’ “Scrooge.” Shows are <strong>Nov</strong>.29 through Dec. 1. Dinner is servedeach day at 5:30 p.m. in the ColeHigh School Mall; with show timeat 6:30 p.m. in the Moseley Gym.Cost is $7 per person; reservationscan be made on the Cole website athttp://colehs.fshisd.net/.Women Encouraging Women<strong>Nov</strong>. 30, 11 a.m.-noon,Roadrunner Community Center,Building 2797, bring your lunchand enjoy an hour of learning,interacting and encouragement,call 221-0349.Fall Ball Sign UpYouth Sports is hosting theannual fall basketball league forchildren ages 5 to 15. Registrationdeadline is <strong>Nov</strong>. 30 at ParentCentral, Building 2797. Cost isBicycle Helmets RequiredAnyone who rides a bicycle,tricycle, motor drive bicycle or operatesnon-motorized transportationsuch as skateboards, kick-scootersand roller skates on an Air Forceinstallation are required by AirForce Instruction 91-207 to weara properly fastened and approvedbicycle helmet. During hours ofdarkness, riders are required towear a retro-reflective vest, jacketor outer garment containing retroreflectivematerial. In addition,$65. Children participating in youthsports must have a current physicalon file with Child, Youth & SchoolServices at the time of registration.Call 221-5519/5513 for information.Youth Flag Football GameThe Middle School Teen Centerwill host an <strong>Army</strong> vs. Air Force flagfootball game Dec. 1 at 1 p.m. atthe Youth Center Football Fields,next to Building 1630. The competitionis open to children in juniorhigh and high school.Tree-Lighting CeremonyDec. 3, 6-8 p.m., JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> flagpole, Santa will bringsome snow and holiday treats andcaroling will highlight the evening,call 221-1718.Word Level 1Dec. 4, 8 a.m.-noon, RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building 2797,call 221-2518 or 221-2705.Excel Level 1Dec. 6, 8 a.m.-noon, RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building 2797,call 221-2518 or 221-2705.Armed Forces Team Building’s18th BirthdayDec. 6, noon-1:30 p.m., RoadrunnerCommunity Center, Building2797, everyone’s invited to enjoycake, punch and fun, call 221-2611.Preparing the Way -A Christmas ConcertJohn Angotti and his bandwill perform at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 atDodd Field Chapel, JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> and 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at HopeChapel, JBSA-Lackland. Call 221-2755 for more information.Journey to BethlehemDec. 14 and 15, 5:30-8:30 p.m.,bicycles should be equipped witha white front light (not a reflector)visible for 500 feet and red rearreflector or light visible from therear of the bicycle from a distanceof 300 feet.Budge Dental ClinicHours ChangeWalk-in exams at the BudgeDental Clinic, located at 3145 GardenAve., Building 1278, are from6 to 10 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m.Monday through Friday. Sick call isgrounds of the Gift Chapel. Call221-2755.Children’s Holiday PartyDec. 15, noon-4 p.m. at KellyHangar 1610, all DOD cardholdersand their families are invitedto attend. Children age 12 andyounger can meet with Santa andreceive a gift. Activities will includeface painting, games, and crafts.There will also be music, food and acaricature artist. Families interestedin attending need to reserve by Dec.11 and provide children’s age andgender. Call 671-6511, 671-9414,671-8348 or 671-9889.Youth & School ServicesWinter CampParents can visit Parent Centralto sign their children up for full-daywinter camp, 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec.24-Jan. 4, call 221-4871.Apprenticeships Availablefor TeensRegistration is open for youth,ages 15-18, who want to work asapprentices in the 2013 HIRED!winter term which runs Jan. 14-April6. Registration forms are availableat the Middle School Teen Center,Building 2515 and Parent Central,Building 2797, application deadlineis Dec. 3, call 221-3386.Notice of Fitness Center ClosureThe Big Area Tent, temporarilyhousing the Brigade Gym at thecorner of Hardee and WilliamsRoads, closes permanently Dec. 14.The Central Post Gym, Building 961,will reopen in December.Wrap Up Some Holiday FundsPrivate organizations, unofficialactivities and informal fundsauthorized to operate on JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> can raise funds forfrom 6 to 10:30 a.m. and noon to3 p.m. weekdays. The clinic is openfrom 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., and closedfor lunch from 11 a.m. to noonweekdays. There are departmentand clinic meetings from noon to1 p.m. each Thursday. Patientsmay call to schedule an exam/prophylaxis appointment in place ofa walk-in exam. These combinationappointments are limited and onlyoffered certain days of the week.For more information, call 808-3736or 808-3735.their causes while spreading someholiday cheer. The JBSA-FSH PostExchange is seeking partners forthe annual community gift wrapprogram. The program runs throughChristmas Eve. Call 221-0010 foravailable dates. Organizations areasked to provide their own tape,ribbons, bows and scissors.Basketball Coaches NeededVolunteer coaching opportunitiesare available for the youth fallbasketball season at the MiddleSchool Teen Center. Youth Sports istaking applications from DOD cardholdersto coach youth ages 5-15.Background checks are required.Call 221-5519 or 221-5513.JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>Ticket Office Fall HoursOpen Tuesday through Friday,10 a.m.-5 p.m. The ticket office willreopen on Saturdays in spring 2013.Call 226-1663.Discount Tickets forWinter BalletsThe <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> CommunityCenter ticket office, Building 1395,is selling discount tickets for theMoscow Ballet, 7 p.m. Dec. 28, and2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec. 29, Discounttickets are also available for theNutcracker, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 21, 2and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22, and 2 p.m.Dec. <strong>23</strong>. The ticket office also hasdiscount tickets for Disney on Ice“Rockin’ Everafter,” April 10-14. ForEdwards Aquifer Levelin feet above sea level as of <strong>Nov</strong>. 19CURRENT LEVEL * = 648.4'*determines JBSA water conservation stageNormal - above 660'Stage I - 660'Stage II - 650'more information, call 226-1663.Sportsman RangeThe range is open 10 a.m.-2p.m. Saturday-Sunday. DOD cardholders may shoot their personalpistols, rifles and shotguns. Firearmsmust be registered at JBSA-Camp Bullis. The range may closeunexpectedly because of weatheror troop use. Range users shouldcall before coming out for targetpractice. Call 295-7577.Theater Arts ProgramChildren, ages 4 and up, cantake the stage after a long day atschool in the Theater Arts Programat School Age Services, Building1705. The cost is $80 for a monthof biweekly classes. Classes are 4-5p.m. for ages 4-6, 5-6 p.m. for ages7-10 and 6-7 p.m. for ages 11 andup. Call 221-3381 for information.Home Child CareProviders NeededFamily Child Care on JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> is looking for familymembers interested in providinglicensed child care in their homes.Providers can earn additional incomeat home, full or part time. Formore information, call 221-3828.Parent CentralCustomer Service HoursJBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> ParentStage III - 642'Stage IV - 640.5'Stage V - 637'For water restrictions, visit http:\\www.502abw.af.mil.SanAntonioTexasKabulAfghanistanWeekly Weather Watch<strong>Nov</strong> <strong>23</strong> <strong>Nov</strong> 24 <strong>Nov</strong> 25 <strong>Nov</strong> 26 <strong>Nov</strong> 27 <strong>Nov</strong> 2868° 65° 69° 75° 63° 65°Few Showers53°Partly CloudyPartly CloudyPartly CloudySee INSIDE, P20Mostly SunnyCloudy56° 52° 49° 53° 54°Few Showers Sunny Cloudy Scat Snow Showers Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy(Source: The Weather Channel at www.weather.com)


PAGE 20 NEWS LEADER NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NOVEMBER <strong>23</strong>, 2012 NEWS LEADER PAGE 21Chapel Worship SchedulePROTESTANT SERVICESMain Post (Gift) ChapelBuilding 2200, 1605 Wilson Way8 and 11 a.m. - TraditionalDodd Field ChapelBuilding 1721, 3600 Dodd Blvd.8:30 a.m. - <strong>Sam</strong>oan10:30 a.m. - Gospel<strong>Army</strong> Medical DepartmentRegimental ChapelBuilding 1398, 3545 Garden Ave.9:20 a.m. - 32nd Medical BrigadeCollective ServiceBrooke <strong>Army</strong> MedicalCenter ChapelBuilding 3600,3851 Roger Brooke Rd.10 a.m. - TraditionalEvans AuditoriumBuilding 1396, 1396 Garden Ave.11:01 - Contemporary“Crossroads”CATHOLIC SERVICESDaily MassBrooke <strong>Army</strong> Medical Center ChapelBuilding 3600,3851 Roger Brooke Rd.11:05 a.m., Monday through FridayMain Post (Gift) ChapelBuilding 2200, 1605 Wilson Way11:30 a.m., Monday through FridaySaturdayMain Post (Gift) Chapel4:45 p.m. – Reconciliation5:30 p.m. - Evening MassSunday8 a.m. - Morning Mass, AMEDD8:30 a.m. - Morning Mass, BAMC9:30 a.m. - Morning Mass, MPC11:30 a.m. - Morning Mass, BAMC12:30 p.m. - Morning Mass, DFCJEWISH SERVICES8 p.m. - Jewish Worship,Friday, MPC8:30 p.m. - Oneg Shabbat,Friday, MPCISLAMIC SERVICE1:30 p.m. – Jummah,Friday, AMEDDLATTER DAY SAINTS SERVICES1 p.m. - LDS Worship, Sunday,AMEDDFor worship opportunities of faith groups not listed here,please visit the JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Chaplain’s website athttp://www.samhouston.army.mil/chaplain.THEGATEHoliday in Blue ConcertThe United States Air ForceBand of the West presentsHoliday in Blue 7 p.m. Dec. 7 and3 p.m. Dec. 8 and 9 at EdgewoodIndependent School DistrictTheatre of Performing Arts, 607SW 34th Street. Free tickets areavailable by visiting http://www.bandofthewest.af.mil.A Wonderland Christmas atMorgan’s WonderlandA Wonderland Christmas willbe open 5 to 9 p.m. Fridays andSaturdays from <strong>Nov</strong>. <strong>23</strong> to Dec.22. In addition to the park’sregular rides and attractions,Morgan’s Wonderland will recreateINSIDE from P19Central assists walk-in patronsfrom 8 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. forregistration and 12:30-1 p.m. forout processing and payments. Call221-4871.Before and AfterSchool Care RegistrationRegister your child for before andafter school care at JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Parent Central, 221-4871.Warriors in Transition and theirfamily members should register atSoldier Family Assistance Center orcall 916-6377. Registration is ongoinguntil full.School Liaison OfficeThe JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>School Liaison Office canassist patrons in registration,provide information about thelocal school system and community,educate parents on schoolpolicies, procedures, programs andschedules and home schooling. Call221-2214/2256 or visit http://www.fortsammwr.com/youth/slo.html.Story Time at the LibraryPreschool children are invitedto the weekly story time at 10 a.m.Thursdays, at the Keith A. CampbellMemorial Library, Building 1222 onHarney Path. Call 221-4702.the North Pole at the ButterflyGarden playground and have itserve as the focal point for strollingentertainers, such as carolers,choirs and magicians. Visit http://www.morganswonderland.com forinformation.Military Job FairA job fair for active duty andretired military personnel andveterans will be held 9:30 a.m. to3:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at the NorrisConference Center at Wonderlandof the Americas, 4522 FredericksburgRoad. Register online athttp://mySA.com/MilitaryJobFair.Van Autreve SergeantsMajor AssociationThe SMA Leon L. Van AutreveSergeants Major Associationmeets at 5 p.m. on the thirdThursday of each month at theLonghorn Café, 1003 Rittiman Rd.All active duty, Reserve, NationalThrift Shop OpenThe JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>Thrift Shop at 3100 Zinn Road, runby the Spouses’ Club of the <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Area, is open to allDOD cardholders and full of clothing,shoes, housewares, toys, books,furniture, jewelry and more. Hoursare 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The thrift shopwill be open <strong>Nov</strong>. 28 through Dec. 1.Consigned items are taken from 9a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations are takenanytime during regular businesshours. For more information, call221-5794/4537 or click on http://www.scfsh.com.Pet Consult ServicesAvailable at JBSA-LacklandThe Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Veterinary TreatmentFacility provides animal behaviorconsult services for family pets.The VTF’s military animal behaviorresident is scheduling appointments.The <strong>Army</strong> resident canassist pet owners with understandingtheir pet’s behavior, andpreventing, managing, or resolvingpet behavioral problems. Commonproblems may include aggression,fear, anxiety, hyperactivity,inappropriate elimination and tailchasing. For details, call 671-3631/2245.Guard and retired sergeantsmajor are invited and encouragedto attend. Call 221-0584 or889-8212.Foster a PuppyThe Department of Defensedog breeding program needsfamilies to foster puppies forthree months. Potential fosterfamilies need time and patienceto raise a puppy age 12 weeksto six months, a stimulating andsafe home environment and adesire to help raise a militaryworking dog. Call 671-3686 formore information.Dinosaur StampedeThe San Antonio BotanicalGarden, 555 Funston, will featurea life-size dinosaur exhibitthrough Dec. 31. Call 207-3255or visit http://www.sabot.org formore information.Education and Training OfficeThe 502nd Force Support SquadronEducation and Training Officeoffers a variety of military testing,including Professional Military Education,Career Development Coursesand Defense Language Proficiencytesting. PME Testing is conductedon Tuesdays, CDC on Wednesdays,and DLPT on Thursdays. Educationand Training also offers ArmedForces aptitude testing such as theArmed Forces Classification Test andArmed Forces Officer QualificationTest. Tests are scheduled on an asneededbasis. To schedule militarytesting at JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>,call 221-0852.Basic Skills Education ProgramClasses are Monday-Friday 7:30a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for a period of14 working days. Service memberswill receive instruction in readingcomprehension, vocabulary, andmath skills. The class is designedto teach basic college preparatoryskills to service members with a GTscore less than 110. Call 221-1738to enroll.Stilwell HouseThe JBSA-<strong>Fort</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>Stilwell House, a historic landmarksince 1888, is open for tours,receptions and parties. The StilwellHouse is managed by the Societyfor the Preservation of Historic <strong>Fort</strong><strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong>, Inc. a 501(C)(3)corporation not affiliated with theFOR SALE:Queen-sizehead board,mattress andframe, $175;fortfreebiesforsalefour-drawer dresser, wood, $50;GE refrigerator, white, 19 cubicfeet, good condition, $175; electricstove, white, good condition, $120;three-piece living room set includescouch, coffee table and inner table,$175. Call 241-1291 or (512)943-<strong>23</strong>14.FOR SALE: Dog crate, excellent condition,24 inches long, 18 incheswide, 19 inches high, $30; dog bed,like new, small, $35; hand-craftedmetal table with black marble top,$75; three-level metal and woodshoe rack, new, $25; four-pieceset of fireplace tools, $54. Call313-0061.FOR SALE: 1996 Nissan Maximafour-door, five-speed, white withgrey interior, 197,700 miles, $1,500.Call 659-6741 or 827-2506.Department of Defense. Call 224-4030 or 655-0577.Cloverleaf Communicators ClubMeetings are held the firstand third Thursday of every month11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at San AntonioCredit Union, Stanley Road, in theconference room. Call 916-3406 or221-8785 or visit http://powertalkinternational.com/.Future Speakers on the HorizonEnjoy food and develop publicspeaking and leadership skills thesecond and fourth Wednesday ofeach month, noon to 1 p.m. at theJoint Program Management Office,Building 4196. Call 295-4921.Sergeant Audie Murphy ClubThe SMA Leon L. Van AutreveChapter of the Sergeant Audie MurphyClub meets the last Thursdayof each month, noon to 1 p.m.at the <strong>Army</strong> Medical DepartmentMuseum. All Sergeant Audie Murphyor Sergeant Morales members areinvited and encouraged to attend.Call 221-4424 or 837-9956.Retired Enlisted AssociationChapter 80 of the RetiredEnlisted Association meets at 1p.m. on the fourth Wednesday ofeach month at the JBSA-LacklandGateway Club. 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