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<strong>Kadena</strong> <strong>Base</strong> <strong>Bulletin</strong>, <strong>March</strong> <strong>28</strong><br />
<strong>To</strong> <strong>submit</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>an</strong>nouncement for the base bulletin, please e-mail a short paragraph (NOT bullets or attachments)<br />
containing essential information (who, what, when, where, why, how <strong>an</strong>d who to contact for more information) to<br />
kadena.basebulletin@us.af.mil.<br />
Announcements typically run for two weeks beginning two weeks prior to <strong>an</strong> event. Submissions must be received by<br />
5 p.m. Tuesday to be included in the weekly bulletin e-mail sent on Wednesday. NO FEDERAL ENDORSEMENT OF<br />
PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS OR ACTIVITIES IS INTENDED.<br />
In the bulletin this week at <strong>Kadena</strong>:<br />
NOTICES<br />
ADL <strong>an</strong>d FMO personnel needed<br />
Dragon Boat Race practices<br />
USO parking lot closure<br />
Elevator outage<br />
Limited dehumidifiers for issue<br />
HAWC classes<br />
AF Form 63 notifications<br />
Postal advisory<br />
Online test schedule disabled in AFAEMS<br />
UPCOMING EVENTS<br />
Women’s History Month business networking event<br />
Women’s Heritage Month luncheon<br />
IPE limited customer support<br />
College Knowledge Night<br />
OESC Easter Egg Hunt<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> <strong>March</strong> for Babies<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Integrated Service Delivery<br />
Asi<strong>an</strong> Pacific Americ<strong>an</strong> Heritage Month Committee meeting<br />
Jewish Passover Seder<br />
Protest<strong>an</strong>t Seder Passover<br />
Annual Rescue Fest<br />
Easter Sunrise Service<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> USO Easter Egg Hunt<br />
Child Abuse/Sexual Assault Awareness 5k<br />
Annual volunteer recognition ceremony<br />
Derby Day <strong>an</strong>nouncement<br />
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> High School tutors needed<br />
Guest speakers needed for <strong>Kadena</strong> High School<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Middle School tutors needed<br />
Volunteers needed at <strong>Kadena</strong> Elementary School<br />
Amelia Earhart Intermediate School volunteers needed<br />
<strong>Air</strong>men Against Drunk Driving volunteers needed<br />
USO Okinawa needs volunteers<br />
Youth running club coaches needed<br />
Volunteers needed for STEM<br />
ACE CLEP-a-thon<br />
Volunteers needed for family fun run<br />
NOTICES<br />
ADL <strong>an</strong>d FMO personnel needed<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Unaccomp<strong>an</strong>ied Housing must immediately fill four vac<strong>an</strong>t staff serge<strong>an</strong>t <strong>Air</strong>men Dorm Leaders <strong>an</strong>d<br />
Furnishing M<strong>an</strong>agement Operations positions. Applic<strong>an</strong>ts must possess r<strong>an</strong>ks of staff serge<strong>an</strong>t, have a minimum of<br />
one year experience as a supervisor, possess leadership <strong>an</strong>d mentorship capability, <strong>an</strong>d not have <strong>an</strong>y record of<br />
emotional instability, disciplinary actions, or fin<strong>an</strong>cial irresponsibility. Applic<strong>an</strong>ts must possess ability to speak
distinctly <strong>an</strong>d to all levels of r<strong>an</strong>k, possess high st<strong>an</strong>dards of military appear<strong>an</strong>ce <strong>an</strong>d conduct, have knowledge of<br />
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, supply, accounting, facility mainten<strong>an</strong>ce procedures <strong>an</strong>d m<strong>an</strong>agement of personnel.<br />
You must have nine months remaining on your DEROS <strong>an</strong>d not receiving payment from <strong>an</strong> SRB. This is a two-year<br />
controlled non-deployable tour.<br />
If you would like to apply for the positions or have <strong>an</strong>y questions or concerns please contact Unaccomp<strong>an</strong>ied Housing<br />
customer service at 634-4016.<br />
Dragon Boat Race practices<br />
Practices have started for men <strong>an</strong>d women interested in being a part of the <strong>Kadena</strong> Shogun Dragon Boat Race team<br />
for the May 5th Naha Dragon Boat Race. Those interested in participating are encouraged to attend practices at the<br />
Risner track Monday, Wednesday, <strong>an</strong>d Friday from 6-6:45 a.m. or 5:30-6:15 p.m. <strong>an</strong>d at Fairchild Pool Tuesday <strong>an</strong>d<br />
Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 6:30-7:30 p.m. <strong>an</strong>d Saturday from 9-10 a.m. or 10-11 a.m. for rowing practice.<br />
Team members must be <strong>Air</strong> Force active duty, guard, or reserve members, Department of Defense civili<strong>an</strong><br />
employees or SOFA status family members 18 years of age <strong>an</strong>d older.<br />
For more information contact:<br />
Staff Sgt. Eric V<strong>an</strong>Epp at: Eric.V<strong>an</strong>Epps@us.af.mil or 634-8981.<br />
Staff Sgt. Michael Graham at michael.graham@us.af.mil or 634-4512.<br />
Tech. Sgt. R<strong>an</strong>dall LeMay at R<strong>an</strong>dall.lemay@us.af.mil or 632-5998.<br />
Tech. Sgt. Carlo M<strong>an</strong>goba at carlo.mongoba@us.af.mil or 632-5411.<br />
Master Sgt. Rusty Chase at rusty.chase@us.af.mil or 634-4254.<br />
USO parking lot closure<br />
The <strong>Kadena</strong> USO, building 337 by Gate 2, parking lot will be closing for our <strong>an</strong>nual Easter event. The closure will<br />
begin April 5 at 5 p.m. <strong>an</strong>d will remain in effect until April 8 at 8 a.m. Please ensure all vehicles are removed from the<br />
parking lot prior to April 5.<br />
For questions, please contact the <strong>Kadena</strong> USO at 634-3889.<br />
Elevator outage<br />
The following elevators will be closed to the public for on-going renovation projects. We appreciate your patience<br />
while we bring these 30-year-old elevators back into good working order. Notices will be posted in each tower to<br />
remind residents.<br />
Building 4513, passenger elevator, Camp Courtney, closed <strong>March</strong> 6 to April 6.<br />
Building 847, freight elevator, Camp Kinser, closed Feb. 27 to April 9.<br />
Building 859, freight elevator, Camp Kinser, closed <strong>March</strong> 13 to April 6.<br />
Building 1086, passenger elevator, Camp Kinser, closed <strong>March</strong> 22 to April 13.<br />
Building 376, passenger elevator, Camp Foster, closed Feb. 24 to April 6.<br />
Building 377, freight elevator, Camp Foster, closed Feb. 21 to April 6.<br />
Limited dehumidifiers for issue<br />
The Family Housing Appli<strong>an</strong>ce Repair Shop, building 54410 near Camp Shields, has a limited number of<br />
dehumidifiers to issue on a first come, first serve basis for on-base members who live in a tower unit or a unit that is<br />
connected to a chiller pl<strong>an</strong>t. Only one dehumidifier will be issued per customer <strong>an</strong>d it must be returned to the<br />
Appli<strong>an</strong>ce Repair Shop prior to PCS.<br />
Call 632-4099 for more information.<br />
HAWC classes<br />
The Health <strong>an</strong>d Wellness Center has <strong>To</strong>bacco Cessation classes every Monday, except holidays, at 11:30 a.m. <strong>an</strong>d<br />
3:30 p.m. If you're unable to attend the class there is <strong>an</strong> online course at www.uc<strong>an</strong>quit2.org, Just bring the certificate<br />
to HAWC personnel at building 4<strong>28</strong>.<br />
The first <strong>an</strong>d third Tuesdays of the month we have our Watch our Weight meetings at noon <strong>an</strong>d 5:30 p.m. This is a<br />
Weight watchers type group designed to provide tips on weight loss <strong>an</strong>d basic nutrition.<br />
Also, <strong>March</strong> 31 there will be a HAWC hike, everyone will meet at building 4<strong>28</strong> at 9:30 a.m. Call 634-2499 for more<br />
information.
AF Form 63 notifications<br />
Effective immediately, <strong>Air</strong> Force Personnel Center will no longer forward the <strong>Air</strong> Force Form 63 notification to the<br />
member's servicing Military Personnel Section, nor will the MPS be responsible for returning the completed <strong>Air</strong> Force<br />
Form 63 back to AFPC. The <strong>To</strong>tal Force Service Center will contact affected members directly through e-mail, which<br />
will include a link to the <strong>Air</strong> Force Personnel website along with instructions regarding <strong>Air</strong> Force Form 63 completion<br />
<strong>an</strong>d submission.<br />
<strong>Air</strong>men may still seek assist<strong>an</strong>ce through the local MPS <strong>an</strong>d/or AFPC Active Duty Service Commitment Policy,<br />
afpc.dpsipadscpolicy@us.af.mil for ADSC policy questions.<br />
Postal advisory<br />
There are a number of restrictions on mailable items to Jap<strong>an</strong>. Here are some restricted items frequently detected by<br />
Jap<strong>an</strong>ese Custom Officials: Fresh fruits, vegetables, meat products, unless accomp<strong>an</strong>ied by <strong>an</strong> inspection certificate<br />
issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, <strong>an</strong>d pornographic materials.<br />
If you have <strong>an</strong>y questions, call 634-3266.<br />
Online test schedule disabled in AFAEMS<br />
We are still experiencing difficulty with online Professional Military Education <strong>an</strong>d Defense L<strong>an</strong>guage Proficiency Test<br />
scheduling. This feature has been disabled until further notice.<br />
Please call the <strong>Kadena</strong> Education Center at 634-1500, Option 1 Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., to schedule<br />
your PME or DLPT exam.<br />
UPCOMING EVENTS<br />
<strong>March</strong> 30<br />
Women’s History Month business networking event<br />
The Women’s History Month Committee is seeking women-owned <strong>an</strong>d/or operated businesses (sales, fitness,<br />
consulting etc. to include home-based) to be a part of The Bonnie Marcus Entrepreneur Fair <strong>March</strong> 30 at the <strong>Kadena</strong><br />
USO from 5-8 p.m. This will be a social <strong>an</strong>d networking event for women business owners to promote their business,<br />
sell their product <strong>an</strong>d gain/share further ideas <strong>an</strong>d knowledge regarding running their business.<br />
For more information contact Staff Sgt Natasha Y. Smith at 634-4254 or by e-mail at Natasha.smith@us.af.mil. This<br />
event is also open to all who would like to shop or gain knowledge from those already operating their own<br />
businesses.<br />
Women’s Heritage Month Luncheon<br />
The 18th Mainten<strong>an</strong>ce Group is hosting this year's Women’s Heritage Month Luncheon. It will be at the <strong>Kadena</strong><br />
Officer's Club <strong>March</strong> 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Keynote speaker is Nashawn Turner of Uniquely Designed<br />
Coaching. The cost of the meal is $9.95 (daily lunch buffet) to be paid at the door.<br />
IPE limited customer support<br />
The 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron Individual Protective Equipment section will be minimally m<strong>an</strong>ned <strong>March</strong> 30<br />
from noon to 2:30 p.m. for <strong>an</strong> official function. We will only be able to provide limited customer support. Please make<br />
proper arr<strong>an</strong>gements beforeh<strong>an</strong>d.<br />
Please contact Master Sgt. Delroy Mattis or Tech. Sgt. Cecily McCorvey at 634-2795/2758 if you have <strong>an</strong>y concerns.<br />
College Knowledge Night<br />
Parents <strong>an</strong>d teens, come out to the College Knowledge Night to get the scoop on the college experience. Parents,<br />
find out what it takes to get your teen to college, <strong>an</strong>d how to pay for it once they are there. Teens, ever wonder what<br />
college life is really like Come out to College Knowledge Night <strong>an</strong>d find out. We will have guest speakers addressing<br />
these <strong>an</strong>d all your other college questions. Dinner will be provided <strong>an</strong>d the event is free for all high school students<br />
<strong>an</strong>d their parents. This event will be held in the <strong>Kadena</strong> High School cafeteria <strong>March</strong> 29 from 5-7:30 p.m.<br />
For more information contact the <strong>Kadena</strong> Teen Center at 634-3866.<br />
<strong>March</strong> 31<br />
OESC Easter Egg Hunt
There will be <strong>an</strong> Easter egg hunt at <strong>To</strong>rii Beach, Pavilion 5 <strong>March</strong> 31 from noon-3 p.m. The Easter Bunny will be<br />
there, along with bouncy houses, food <strong>an</strong>d prizes.<br />
Please RSVP by <strong>March</strong> 24 to Okinawaesc@gmail.com.<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> <strong>March</strong> for Babies<br />
The 2012 <strong>March</strong> of Dimes <strong>March</strong> for Babies begins at 10 a.m. <strong>March</strong> 31 at the Risner Fitness Center on <strong>Kadena</strong>.<br />
Particip<strong>an</strong>ts c<strong>an</strong> register online by going to www.marchforbabies.org, select "find <strong>an</strong> event," choose "Illinois" <strong>an</strong>d then<br />
pick "Okinawa." Registration will also be available at the Risner at 9 a.m. There are two routes for the march; one is<br />
two miles <strong>an</strong>d one is four miles. More th<strong>an</strong> 1,300 particip<strong>an</strong>ts have registered <strong>an</strong>d org<strong>an</strong>izers are looking for more!<br />
Event org<strong>an</strong>izers are also asking for volunteers for the event. Volunteers are asked to meet behind the fitness center<br />
at 7 a.m. <strong>To</strong> volunteer, e-mail marchokinawa@yahoo.com or call 080-4115-1610.<br />
This event is a fundraiser for the <strong>March</strong> of Dimes. The <strong>March</strong> of Dimes mission is to raise awareness for birth defects,<br />
premature birth, maternal education <strong>an</strong>d newborn health.<br />
April 4<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Integrated Service Delivery<br />
The <strong>Kadena</strong> Integrated Service Delivery team is pl<strong>an</strong>ning the 2012 Caring for People Forum <strong>an</strong>d we need you to<br />
make it a success. It will be held April 4 from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at building 59.<br />
We’re looking for military members, civili<strong>an</strong>s, spouses <strong>an</strong>d retirees to join discussion groups org<strong>an</strong>ized to hear issues<br />
or concerns import<strong>an</strong>t to you. If you have <strong>an</strong> idea on a policy item that could be ch<strong>an</strong>ged or a quality of life service<br />
that could be improved upon either on <strong>Kadena</strong> or in the <strong>Air</strong> Force in general — this is your opportunity to share! All<br />
base-level issues identified will be assigned a tracking number <strong>an</strong>d resolved through the Community Action<br />
Information Board <strong>an</strong>d Integrated Delivery System.<br />
The top issues requiring higher level resolution will be prioritized <strong>an</strong>d forwarded for major comm<strong>an</strong>d-level <strong>an</strong>d<br />
potentially <strong>Air</strong> Force-level review in similar Caring for People Forums. The working group topics for this year’s forum<br />
are Family Support, Housing Support, Spouse Communications, School Support, Health <strong>an</strong>d Wellness, Single<br />
<strong>Air</strong>m<strong>an</strong> Support, Special Needs Family Members, <strong>an</strong>d Deployment Support.<br />
Register for the Caring for People Forum by contacting Master Sgt. Fr<strong>an</strong>cesca Seehausen at<br />
fr<strong>an</strong>cesca.seehausen@us.af.mil.<br />
Forum working groups will be facilitated by trained facilitators. Discussions will be open <strong>an</strong>d you are encouraged to<br />
bring your ideas about improving <strong>Air</strong> Force quality of life programs <strong>an</strong>d activities for all <strong>Air</strong>men <strong>an</strong>d their family<br />
members.<br />
Asi<strong>an</strong> Pacific Americ<strong>an</strong> Heritage Month Committee meeting<br />
The month of May is Asi<strong>an</strong> Pacific Americ<strong>an</strong> Heritage Month. The pl<strong>an</strong>ning committee for the month-long awareness<br />
will meet from 4:30-5 p.m. beginning April 4 in building 99, the 18th Mission Support Group, in the conference room.<br />
For more information, please contact Tech. Sgt. Richard Sav<strong>an</strong>nah at richard.sav<strong>an</strong>nah@us.af.mil or 634-1116 or<br />
2nd Lt. Anthony Percy at <strong>an</strong>thony.percy@us.af.mil or 634-4672.<br />
April 6<br />
Jewish Passover Seder<br />
The Jewish Community of Okinawa invites you to their <strong>an</strong>nual community Passover Seder April 6 at 6 p.m. at the<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Officer's Club. Cost for the meal is $<strong>28</strong> for adults <strong>an</strong>d $14 for children under six. There is no charge for<br />
Jewish military members.<br />
<strong>To</strong> make reservations, or for more information, please contact Dr. Scott Goldberg at michamocha613@aol.com, or<br />
call the <strong>Kadena</strong> <strong>Base</strong> Chapel at 634-1<strong>28</strong>8, no later th<strong>an</strong> <strong>March</strong> <strong>28</strong>.<br />
April 7<br />
Protest<strong>an</strong>t Seder Passover<br />
Protest<strong>an</strong>t Seder Passover dinner will be April 7 at the <strong>Kadena</strong> Officers Club at 6 p.m. Limited tickets available for<br />
adults, $10.95, <strong>an</strong>d children 12 <strong>an</strong>d under $5.50.
RSVP to the <strong>Kadena</strong> Chapel at 634-1<strong>28</strong>8 or 18wg.hc@us.af.mil.<br />
Annual Rescue Fest<br />
The 31st Rescue Squadron welcomes all Department of Defense personnel <strong>an</strong>d SOFA family members isl<strong>an</strong>d-wide<br />
for our third <strong>an</strong>nual Rescue Fest. This family-friendly, interactive event will take place April 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at<br />
building 3490. The 31st Rescue Squadron invites everyone to watch <strong>an</strong>d experience our squadron mission.<br />
In addition to static displays of vehicles <strong>an</strong>d equipment, we will have multiple demonstrations, including a live<br />
pararescue team insertion by helicopter, a vehicle extrication using the Jaws of Life <strong>an</strong>d other tools, <strong>an</strong>d a high <strong>an</strong>gle<br />
rope rescue from our indoor climbing wall. We'll also have everyone's favorite, survival camp. Children of all ages c<strong>an</strong><br />
put on camouflage face paint <strong>an</strong>d practice signaling aircraft <strong>an</strong>d building survival shelters. Also, try your h<strong>an</strong>d at the<br />
virtual reality parachute simulator. Lastly, adults <strong>an</strong>d children ages six <strong>an</strong>d older will be able to climb our 40 foot<br />
climbing wall. If you would like to climb the wall, please dress appropriately, to include closed toe shoes. We will also<br />
host <strong>an</strong> Easter egg hunt at 1:30 p.m.<br />
Come out <strong>an</strong>d see what the 31st Rescue Squadron is all about. If you're not having fun, you're not trying!<br />
April 8<br />
Easter Sunrise Service<br />
An Easter Sunrise Service is April 8 at <strong>Kadena</strong> Marina 6 a.m. with free breakfast following.<br />
For more information, please contact Chaplain Neal at Kennie.neal@us.af.mil.<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> USO Easter Egg Hunt<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> USO is having <strong>an</strong> Easter Egg Hunt April 8 from noon to 5 p.m. The event will be located at the USO (near<br />
Gate 2) in the parking lot <strong>an</strong>d the grassy area adjacent to the building. The event will feature a free Easter Egg Hunt<br />
for children under 10 years old, divided into age groups. The event will also feature bounce houses for a small fee,<br />
food vendors, a DJ, face painting, <strong>an</strong>d pictures with the Easter bunny. The parking lot to the USO will be closed due<br />
to the event so please arrive early <strong>an</strong>d find <strong>an</strong> alternate location to park.<br />
For questions about the event please call the <strong>Kadena</strong> USO at 634-3889.<br />
April 13<br />
Child Abuse/Sexual Assault Awareness 5k<br />
There will be a Child Abuse/Sexual Assault Awareness 5k April 13. Registration will begin at 5:30 a.m. in the parking<br />
lot of the Risner Fitness Center. Run begins at 6:30 a.m. Please wear blue or teal. The run is free, but donations are<br />
much appreciated <strong>an</strong>d will be divided for the family advocacy <strong>an</strong>d Sexual Assault Prevention <strong>an</strong>d Response office.<br />
Please contact Staff Sgt. Kirsten M. Sigerson at 634-1800 for more information.<br />
April 17<br />
Annual volunteer recognition ceremony<br />
Join us April 17 as we recognize our outst<strong>an</strong>ding volunteers! Celebrate the contributions all of <strong>Kadena</strong>'s volunteers<br />
have made at this year's Annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony April 17 from 1-3 p.m. at the Rocker NCO Club.<br />
The Wing comm<strong>an</strong>der <strong>an</strong>d comm<strong>an</strong>d chief will recognize <strong>Kadena</strong>'s active duty, civili<strong>an</strong>, active duty spouse, retiree,<br />
youth, Okinaw<strong>an</strong> <strong>an</strong>d unit volunteers at this ceremony.<br />
Please Click Here for your e-invitation <strong>an</strong>d to R.S.V.P. no later th<strong>an</strong> April 6.<br />
Derby Day <strong>an</strong>nouncement<br />
Now is the time to start building your car <strong>an</strong>d getting donations for Derby Day 2012! Do you have what it takes to be<br />
the fastest car down Douglas or bring in the largest donation for the Americ<strong>an</strong> Red Cross on <strong>Kadena</strong> Come by the<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Red Cross office, building 6800, to pick up a registration packet <strong>an</strong>d get all of the details. You c<strong>an</strong> also<br />
reserve a booth for the event, which will take place April 21. Gentlemen <strong>an</strong>d ladies, start your engines!<br />
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> High School tutors needed<br />
Tutors are needed to assist students every Monday <strong>an</strong>d Wednesday from 2-4 p.m.
Please contact Joyce Lowry for additional information at 634-3455 or joyce.lowry@pac.dodea.edu.<br />
Guest speakers needed for <strong>Kadena</strong> High School<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> High School’s Adv<strong>an</strong>cement Via Individual Determination Program needs guest speakers to give<br />
presentation to the AVID classes. The program is a college preparatory program that focuses on all aspects of<br />
college readiness. Some of this year’s students are interested in the following professions: business, journalism,<br />
photography, medical doctor, physical therapist, day care owner, marine biologist.<br />
If you are a college graduate <strong>an</strong>d would like to volunteer to speak about your past or current profession, please e-mail<br />
Ms. Kentria Alston at Kentria.alston@pac.dodea.edu.<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Middle School tutors needed<br />
Mrs. Bl<strong>an</strong>ton, a KMS math teacher, is looking for volunteers to help during her tutoring session Thursdays from 2-3<br />
p.m.<br />
If you are interested please contact Nicole King at Nicole.king@pac.dodea.edu or 634-0512 for more information.<br />
Volunteers needed at <strong>Kadena</strong> Elementary School<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Elementary School is in need of eight to 10 volunteers to assist students with spelling, math, reading,<br />
l<strong>an</strong>guage, <strong>an</strong>d writing on Mondays <strong>an</strong>d Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m.<br />
For more information, please contact Kelley Lynn-Pryor at kelley.lynn-pryor@pac.dodea.edu.<br />
How do you use math in your job <strong>Kadena</strong> Elementary School is looking for volunteers to come explain to students<br />
how math is used in their daily professions.<br />
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Stewart Niblack at stewart.niblack@pac.dodea.edu or at 634-<br />
4454/0741.<br />
Amelia Earhart Intermediate School volunteers needed<br />
Amelia Earhart Intermediate School is looking for volunteers to provide assist<strong>an</strong>ce to students in Homework Club on<br />
Mondays, Tuesdays <strong>an</strong>d Thursdays from 3:10-4 p.m. <strong>an</strong>d tutoring on Tuesdays <strong>an</strong>d Thursdays from 8-8:40 a.m.<br />
Please contact Gerard S<strong>an</strong>toro at 634-1329 or Gerard.s<strong>an</strong>toro@pac.dodea.edu for more information.<br />
<strong>Air</strong>men Against Drunk Driving volunteers needed<br />
<strong>Air</strong>men Against Drunk Driving is looking for volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, please contact <strong>Air</strong>m<strong>an</strong> 1st Class<br />
Maggie Corrig<strong>an</strong> by e-mail or by calling 634-4785.<br />
USO Okinawa needs volunteers<br />
The USO Okinawa Field Office on Foster is seeking highly motivated volunteers to help in pl<strong>an</strong>ning events <strong>an</strong>d<br />
fundraising. Skills desired: marketing <strong>an</strong>d design skills, event pl<strong>an</strong>ning <strong>an</strong>d public speaking skills. We also need data<br />
entry volunteers to work in the office.<br />
For more information, please call USO Okinawa at 645-2957.<br />
Youth running club coaches needed<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Youth Sports <strong>an</strong>d Fitness is looking for volunteer running coaches. The program will meet once a week until<br />
May 19. Male coaches will be needed on Mondays, 5:15-6:30 p.m. <strong>an</strong>d female coaches are needed on Wednesdays,<br />
4-5 p.m. Please contact Scott Krason at 634-3738 or scott.krason@us.af.mil if interested.<br />
Volunteers needed for STEM<br />
Our schools are seeking volunteers with these types of degrees or related experience to help ignite student's interest<br />
in Science, Technology, Engineering, <strong>an</strong>d Math. Team <strong>Kadena</strong> members interested in volunteering their skills <strong>an</strong>d<br />
knowledge c<strong>an</strong> contact a representative at one of our seven schools listed below:<br />
People with experience in science, technology, engineering or math related jobs, or who are currently utilizing <strong>an</strong>y of<br />
these various fields in their job, are invited to share their experiences with students at <strong>Kadena</strong> High School during the<br />
first STEM Awareness Week, April 23-29. Please contact Paul.Chirichetti@pac.dodea.edu to volunteer.<br />
Amelia Earhart IS: Tracy Bender, tracy.bender@pac.dodea.edu or 634-1329.<br />
Bob Hope PS: Adam Johnston, adam.johnston@pac.dodea.edu or 634-0093.
<strong>Kadena</strong> ES: Seth Renquist, seth.renquist@pac.dodea.edu or 634-1550.<br />
Stearley Heights ES: M<strong>an</strong>uel Rodriguez, m<strong>an</strong>uel.rodriguez@pac.dodeaedu or 634-4523.<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> MS: Debra Marple, debra.marple@pac.dodea.edu or 634-0217.<br />
Ryukyu MS: Alfredo Athie alfredo.athie@pac.dodea.edu or 634-4849.<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> HS: Paul Chirichetti paul.chirichetti@pac.dodea.edu or 634-1216.<br />
ACE CLEP-a-thon<br />
<strong>Air</strong>men Committed to Excellence is in need of CLEP/DANTES instructors with a minimum of a Community College of<br />
the <strong>Air</strong> Force degree or higher to instruct classes for a CLEP-a-thon.<br />
Instructors will be required to pl<strong>an</strong> the curriculum geared towards one of the following CLEP/DANTES tests: English,<br />
math, social sciences, speech <strong>an</strong>d m<strong>an</strong>agement. Past instructors have used practice tests in books from the library<br />
<strong>an</strong>d tests downloaded from Petersons.com/airforce. Instructors will also be required to find their own classroom, but if<br />
one c<strong>an</strong>’t be found, ACE will help in providing a room.<br />
The CLEP-a-thon will run from April 9 through May 6, <strong>an</strong>d will be at least two days a week for a minimum of one hour<br />
each session. More days or time is allowed if the class agrees on first day, but the classes will be advertised as<br />
previously stated. If interested <strong>an</strong>d know of a conference room that c<strong>an</strong> potentially be borrowed after duty hours<br />
please let ACE know.<br />
Potential future CCAF graduates, if you are interested in signing up for one of these classes please provide your<br />
name, e-mail, phone number (duty or cell), <strong>an</strong>d CLEP/DANTES subject(s) needed.<br />
Anyone with questions, please contact Senior <strong>Air</strong>m<strong>an</strong> T<strong>an</strong>iah Otis at T<strong>an</strong>iah.otis@us.af.mil or by phone at 630-4408.<br />
Volunteers needed for family fun run<br />
<strong>Kadena</strong> Youth Sports <strong>an</strong>d Fitness is looking for volunteers to assist with their Month of the Military Child Family Fun<br />
Run. The date of this event is April 14. Volunteers are needed to assist with check-in, water stations, <strong>an</strong>d traffic<br />
control from 7:30-11 a.m.<br />
Please contact Scott Krason at scott.krason@us.af.mil or 634-3738 if interested.