Good morning Team Sheppard,

 

Welcome to the Sheppard Weekly Brief, which includes news significant to Sheppard AFB.

 

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

*DUE NLT 1300 EVERY WEDNESDAY*

 

PHOTO STUDIO

· NEW: Hours are now 0830-1300.

· The last Tuesday of the month will be walk-in appointments. Come camera-ready.

· The Public Affairs photo studio is by APPOINTMENT ONLY on all other Tuesdays

· The photo studio is closed on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and all federal holidays

· Provide direct feedback to the installation command by clicking here (use a personal device to access link)

 

FROM THE INTEGRATED RESILIANCE OFFICE

· Resilience Training Assistant (RTA) Course (31 Jul, 1 Aug and 3 Aug)

If you are interested in gaining more tools to develop yourself and those around you, please consider becoming an RTA. This evidence-based course, pioneered by UPenn's Positive Psychology Department, is an immersive three day session providing resilience skill development and opportunities to enhance self-awareness. Please contact the Prevention Coordination Specialist, Bobbie Merrifield Carrion, through email (bobbie.carrion@us.af.mil) or phone (676-1247) by 25 July to learn more and sign up.

 

SHEPPARD SPOTLIGHT

Do you know an Airman with a unique or inspirational story, or who has recently accomplished an impressive achievement? Put them down below for the chance to be highlighted as a Sheppard Spotlight on social media! This is open to AiTs and permanent party. Please note that these stories/achievements should not be work-related (ACE graduates, ropes, etc.). Submit here: https://form.jotform.com/231293777485065

Contact 2d Lt Lauren Niemi at lauren.niemi.5@us.af.mil with any questions/concerns.

 

SAFETY CORNER – 101 CRITICAL DAYS OF SUMMER: SIZZLING SUMMER

The Texas Summer months can be UNFORGIVING, and we sure have felt Mother Nature’s wrath these last few weeks. Whether working or playing, stay safe when outdoors in the dangerous heat and humidity!

Quick Tips

- Stay hydrated: drink plenty of fluids & remember to replenish your electrolytes.

- Work-rest cycles apply to all activities, even when off duty!

- Take breaks in the shade.

- Limit time outdoors during midday when the temps are the highest.

- Wear lightweight, loose, light-colored clothing.

- Check the backseat for precious cargo. For more info: Weather.gov - Heat Safety

 

 

FROM THE LANDING ZONE

• Vacation Bible School! "Pets Unleashed"

Price: FREE with meals included!

Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)

When: 12-14 July, 1700-2000

Go to https://vbspro.events/p/events/b10022 to register your child or to volunteer.

Questions? Contact Heather Stewart at chosun2hs@gmail.com or Allyssa Rittenhouse at allyssarittenhouse@gmail.com

 

AiT EVENTS AT THE LANDING ZONE:

•Taco Bout It with Lt. Col. Ream - Free Tacos and Mentoring!

When: 11 July at 1200 and 1830

Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)

For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil

 

• Movie Night - Popcorn Provided!

When: 14 July at 1900

Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)

For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil

 

• Pool Tournament

When: 15 July at 1430

Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)

For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil

 

• Relationships 101: How to Avoid Falling in Love with a Jerk

Breakfast and Lunch Provided!

Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450)

When: 15 July, 0900-1200

For more information, contact Chaplain Stewart at jesse.stewart.18@us.af.mil

 

•Karaoke Night

When: Every Saturday at 1800

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

 

FROM THE MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

 

Jul 10: Fundamentals of Mutual Funds / 1130-1230 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/109/1689006600000 Jul 11: Smooth Move / 0900-1000 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/99/1689084000000 Jul 14: LinkedIn 1.0 / 1300-1500 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/101/1689357600000

 

Volunteer Opportunities:

• American Red Cross

(940) 322-8686 https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/volunteer-role-finder.html

• Habitat for Humanity

(940) 716-9300 https://www.habitat.org/tx/wichita-falls/hfh-wichita-falls

• Humane Society of Wichita County

(940) 855-4941 https://www.humanesocietyofwichitacounty.org/

• Airman’s Attic

(940)-676-4358

Assist in putting items on display and helping customers

 

FROM THE 82D MEDICAL GROUP

· 2023 Scheduled Sheppard Clinic Closures

 

(Closed 3rd Wednesday of the month for all day training; schedule subject to change to meet mission requirement)

 

19 Jul: Training Day; Full Day Closure

16 Aug: Training Day; Full Day Closure

1 Sep: AETC Family Day; Open 0730-1130 Appointments Only; No Walk-in Services

4 Sep: Federal Holiday

20 Sep: Training Day; Full Day Closure

9 Oct: Federal Holiday

18 Oct: Training Day; Full Day Closure

10 Nov: Federal Holiday

15 Nov: Training Day; Full Day Closure

23 Nov: Federal Holiday

24 Nov: AETC Family Day; Open 0730-1130 Appointments Only; No Walk-in Services

20 Dec: Training Day; Full Day Closure

25 Dec: Federal Holiday

26 Dec: AETC Family Day; Open 0730-1130 Appointments Only; No Walk-in Services

 

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• 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.

· Base Camp Lindsey (BCL) -- #endveteranhomelessness//Check out BCLs FB Page

 

Call (940) 613-3172 or E-mail bcladmin@ntvrf.com for more details

 

-Volunteers for BCL Workdays (various building improvement projects)

-Volunteers for monthly "Stand Down" for Homeless (including vets)

-Volunteers for various fundraising events