Sheppard Weekly Update: 3.27.23

  • Published
  • By Airman 1st Class Katie McKee
  • 82d TRW Public Affairs

Good morning Team Sheppard,

You must use the following link to submit your announcements: WEEKLY BRIEF SUBMISSION

*DUE NLT 1300 EVERY WEDNESDAY*

 

 

FROM THE SURVIVOR CARE TEAM

Please contact the Summary Court Officer, Lt Scottie, if there was an outstanding debt between you and Lt. Cody Eggert. Lt Scottie's contact information: Email: lavelle.scottie.1@us.af.mil Duty phone: 676-8886.

 

 

FROM THE 82d FORCE SUPPORT SQUADRON

 

 

  • Air Force Aid Scholarship Program

Applications are now open for the Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program through April 30, 2023.  Grants range from $500 to $2,000 for Air Force & Space Force dependents.   Apply here:  https://afas.org/haparnoldgrant/

 

  • For more information on FSS events visit our LinkTree to connect with us

 

 

FROM 82d FSS DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR- PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • John Maxwell Course - Becoming a Person of Influence

Presented by CMSgt Eric Hart, SEL, 344th Recruiting Squadron

When: 30 March

Time: 1100-1300

Sign up by 24 March to receive the virtual code and a calendar invite with the location in case you would like to attend in-person. It will be sent to your email by 27 March.

Please use this link to sign up for courses: https://usaf.dps.mil/sites/12969/ERAV2.0/SiteAssets/Event-Registration/Registration.aspx
Please contact MSgt Nicole Allums Ball if you have any questions.

 

  • You’re invited to the Toastmasters Monthly Meeting!

We will meet 1st Tuesday of every month!

When: 4 April 2023

Time: 1200

Where: ALS Auditorium, Building 1900 Room 2202

Please contact MSgt Nicole Allums Ball if you have any questions or would like more information.

 

             

IN-SERVICE RECRUITER

The in-service recruiter’s office provides Airmen valuable information about extending career opportunities after active duty service.

For questions or more information contact: MSgt. Mistkowski: andrew.mistkowski.2@us.af.mil or 940.676.2483

 

 

FROM THE LANDING ZONE

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @LandingZoneSAFB to stay up to date on all of our events!

EVENTS OPEN TO ALL:

  • Financial Peace University

Registration is required
When: Classes will be held at 1830 every Monday night
Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/BpdTak3stMBjDUr1A
For more information, contact Ch Gentry at joshua.gentry.6@us.af.mil
 

  • Worship Service

When: Sundays at 1000
Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
For more information, contact Ch Stewart at jesse.stewart.18@us.af.mil
 

AiT EVENTS AT THE LANDING ZONE:

  • Karaoke Night

When: Saturdays at 1830
Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil

 

  • White Rope Lead Base Cleanup

When: April 1 at 1300
Where: Meet at the Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil

 

 

FROM THE HC

  • Starting 10 April 2023, the North Chapel (Bldg. 810) will close for HVAC renovation​
  • All religious services will move to the Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)
    • Catholic Mass will be at 0900 on Sundays​
    • LDS services will be at 1400 on Sundays
    • Protestant (LZ ) services will be at 1100 on Sundays

Please call 940.676.0014 if you have questions

 

 

FROM THE MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

Mar 27:  USAJobs Workshop / 1000- 1100  https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/28/1679929200000


Mar 29: Tricare for Retirees / 1300- 1430

 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/29/1680112800000


Apr 18: Volunteer Appreciation Continental Breakfast / 0700-0900

https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/45/1681819200000

 

Apr 22: Operation Kids / 0800-1200 / Bldgs 1025 & 1045 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/79/1682168400000

RSVP in the links provided.  For more information, please call 940-676-4358.

 

 

FROM THE 82d MEDICAL GROUP

With GENESIS coming it is imperative to keep your DEERS information updated and current!  Keeping your information current in DEERS is important. Take time to log in to DEERS and review your information.
https://newsroom.tricare.mil/Articles/Article/2935925/is-your-deers-information-up-to-date

 

 

FROM THE CVB

Employee Assistance Program Webinars (Open to Air Force and Space Force Civilian Employees and their Families)

Harnessing the Power of Mindfulness to Decrease Workplace Stress Webinar

March 28 @ 2 pm Register here
 

 

SAFETY CORNER – SPRING CLEANING

Spring cleaning is like a treasure hunt-you never know what you’ll find!  Spring clean safely this season and remember these tips!

Quick Tips

  • Never mix household chemicals & put them away when done
  • Don’t rush because you are tired or in a hurry
  • Use proper lifting techniques
  • Be ladder safe & maintain 3 points of contact
  • Keep stairs & walkways clear

For more info: AFSEC Spring Cleaning

 

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

 

  • #STEMtoSky Program

Airmen and civilians will be paired with classrooms to share the importance of #STEM. If you would like to volunteer visit: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/fkmqNeYuLr   

The program runs May 1-19

 

  • Faith Mission/Faith Refuge

(940) 723-5663
faithmissionwf.org/volunteer
 - Faith Mission Lunch
- Faith Refuge Dinner
- Noon Chapel Service
- Evening Chapel Service

 

  • Habitat for Humanity

(940) 716-9300
habitatwf.com
Volunteers Work to Build Homes

 

  • Child Care Partners

(940) 766-4332
childcarewf.org/give/volunteer
• Read stories to children
• Assist w/holiday parties
• Facility upkeep

 

  • CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates

(940) 766-0552
casawf.org

Committed individuals appointed by judges to guide one child or one set of siblings through the judicial system to safe, permanent homes as quickly as possible.

 

  • Hospice Plus

(940) 761-1611

tiffany.brillhart@hospiceplus.net

Veteran to Veteran Volunteers Needed