Scott All Bulletin - Jan. 5 edition Published Jan. 5, 2012 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- OFFICIAL 375 AMW TRAINING DAYS Beginning 12 Jan 2012 the 375 AMW designates the 2nd Thursday of each month as a unit training day. Base customer service organizations are permitted to reduce or close customer service points except for emergencies. Agencies affected include the MPF which will be closed except for emergency DEERS and ID issues; Fitness Center closed but James Gym is open; the 375th MDG--training begins at noon, clinic services will be limited; Comptrollers-closed; Health and Wellness Center--closed. All others will be minimally manned to support the training requirements. TRAFFIC FLOW ADJUSTMENTS - 5 & 12 JAN The Civil Engineers and Security Forces will be conducting joint final denial barrier inspections that will require some traffic re-routing during January. No gates will be closed completely, but traffic will be down to one lane for both incoming and outgoing traffic. Belleville Gate will be worked on 5 Jan 2012 and Shiloh Gate will be worked on 12 Jan 2012. The inspections will take place between 0900 - 1100 and 1330 - 1530 both days. From 0900-1100, they will be working in the in-bound lanes and they will be working in the out-bound lanes from 1330-1530. Please call 256-2931 or 256-8053 with any questions. ENERGY CONVERSATION - 6 JAN It is a myth that you use less electricity by keeping your demand heater on all the time. It's much cheaper and consumes less energy if water is heated only when needed. The next Energy Conversation with the 375th AMW/CC will be Jan. 6 at 11:30 a.m. in the Wing Conference Room. All are welcomed to attend. SERVICES TOWN HALL - 10 JAN A Town Hall meeting will be held Jan. 10 from 6-8 p.m. at the base theater to discuss Scott AFB's way ahead regarding the services that are provided on base. Air Force budget cuts force installations to critically examine what capabilities and services are genuinely needed and can be supported. Please join the wing for an open discussion on the way ahead. RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE - 10 JAN The ARC 1st "Junior Enlisted" Blood Drive will be held at Rockwell Hall Tues Jan 10 2012 from 0800-1700 to check eligibility requirements visit http://www.redcrossblood.org/donatingblood/eligibility-requirements 100 Blood Units Is the Goal. Free Food will be available for presenting donors. Appointments are highly recommended; walk-ins are welcomed. If you would like to schedule an appointment please email SSgt Joe Venable at joseph.venable@us.af.mil. BASE QTRLY AWARDS LUNCHEON - 12 JAN The Commander, 375th Air Mobility Wing cordially invites you to attend the Base Quarterly Awards Lunch on Thursday, 12 Jan at 11:30 a.m. at the Scott Club. Cost: Club Members $9.71, Non-Members $11.71 Please click here to RSVP: E-Invite Link https://einvitations.afit.edu/basefourthqtrluncheon/anim.cfm. MLK LUNCHEON - BUILDING THE DREAM; BRIDGING THE GAP - RSVP BY 12 JAN In an effort to continue building on the dream of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., there will be a MLK luncheon at the Scott Club on 20 Jan 2012 from 1130-1300. Retired CMSgt. Robert Dandridge will be the speaker for this event. Cost is $10.98 for Scott Club members and $12.98 for non-members. The deadline for registration is 12 Jan 2012. Direct questions to Mrs. Sturgis at 256-7474. https://einvitations.afit.edu/KING728/anim.cfm ACTIVITY DISTRIBUTION OFFICE TRAINING- 16 JAN The 375th CS/SCOK Activity Distribution Office will be hosting a class for those appointed as an Activity Distribution Office on 16 Jan from 1300 - 1400 @ Bldg 859 Room 134 To sign up for the class please follow this link: https://eim.amc.af.mil/org/comm/375CS/SCO/SCOK/SCOKO/SCO20Training/Lists/Courses/calendar.aspx If you have any questions please contact the contact TSgt Roberts or SSgt Sanchez at 256-4000. INFORMED DECISION SEMINAR - 17 JAN The Informed Decision Seminar is mandatory for Air Force enlisted members with 12-15 months left on their first and second enlistment. The program offers airmen information on Air Force benefits, retention options, retraining, and other resources critical to those at this crossroad in their career. The program helps the member make an informed decision regarding their Air Force career. Spouses are welcome and encouraged to attend this event. Upcoming class dates are Jan 17, Feb. 21, and April 10. Register online at https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/TeamScott-EPEC INTRO TO RESILIENCE TRAINING - 18, 19 JAN The Air Force Comprehensive Airman Fitness program is thriving at Scott Air Force Base and resilience is a key component. According to the Air Force Professional Development Guide Airmen we can become more "resilient" by reducing "self-defeating behaviors, feelings of hopelessness and despair ... and yield stronger, healthier, happier, more resilient Airmen and families who are better equipped to manage the rigors of 21st century military life." This course is an intense 8 hr program that will help the attendee put into practice every day skills that develop the core competencies associated with resilient Airman! For GS Civilians: Jan 18, Location: GRPC Register online at https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/TeamScott-EPEC For Jr. Enlisted: Jan 19, Location: GRPC Register online at https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/TeamScott-EPEC For AMC personnel: Jan. 20, Location: GRPC Register online at https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/TeamScott-EPEC SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS GUEST SPEAKER - 25 JAN UNDERSTANDING CONSENT: Challenging Dynamics - Resilient Response 25 Jan @ 1015 GRPC and 1300 @ Base Theater. Anne Munch, JD., is a former prosecuting attorney of over 22 years who has dealt with many cases of sexual assault and violence against women. She is also the co-author of USAF Bystander Intervention Program and will be speaking to Scott leadership and installation Airmen on the challenging dynamics that are involved in sexual assault cases especially when trying to determine consent. All are welcome. POC: Pamela Dorsey, Installation SARC, 256-4196 NCO PROFESSIONAL ENHANCEMENT SEMINAR - 30 JAN The primary objective of this seminar is to fill the professional military education gap between Airman Leadership School and the NCO Academy. Students will learn about enlisted heritage, mentoring, team building, professional writing skills and how to apply these principles learned in their job on a daily basis. Register online at https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/TeamScott-EPEC LEGAL CLAIMS It is with great regret that the Air Mobility Headquarters announces the passing of Lt. Col. Steven T. Drewry. Any person(s) having claims for or against the estate of Colonel Drewry, contact Maj. Scott Lewis, the Summary Courts Officer, at 229-0464 or scott.lewis.1@us.af.mil. REGISTER PHONES TO MAKE VISITOR PASS REQUESTS FROM Base residents and government employees are now able to register up to three phone numbers for visitor pass requests. This new system will enable requests from registered phones for Scott AFB authorized sponsors after an initial trip to the Visitor Control Center. To register, come to the VCC Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., or Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon with a current military issued identification card. Registration is good for one year. For more information, call the VCC at 256-9827. BYSTANDER INTERVENTION TRAINING: DEADLINE 1 MAY Sexual Assault Bystander Intervention training is mandatory training for active duty Air Force personnel to include DoD civilians who supervise active duty Air Force. This training is required to be completed only once. (If you completed it in 2010 or 2011, you do not need to do it again) Training is offered at the Ed & Trng Bldg 1650 Rm 98 on TU, TH, and FRI. If you have not completed this mandatory training requirement, please log on to the link below to Register. LEADER classes are for O-6 and above, Commanders, Directors, CMSgt's, and First Sergeants. Feel Free to contact Pamela Dorsey or Laverne Foster at 256-4196 if you have any questions. https://afkm.wpafb.af.mil/community/views/home.aspx?Filter=OO-DP-AM-07 FREE OFFICE FURNITURE FROM 375 AES Free used office furniture is now available to be claimed. The used office furniture will be turned-in to the DRMO in mid February 2012, if no takers. If you would like to view and claim used office furniture for your office, please contact the 375 AES, Bldg# 505 by first e-mailing TSgt Robert Little at Robert.Little.2@us.af.mil or call 256-4563. ------------------------------------------------ UNOFFICIAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH COMMITTEE MEETING - 5 JAN There will be a meeting for Black History Month on 5 Jan at 1400, in bldg P3 (Wing HQ/SJA) in the Burnett Center Room 18. If you have questions please contact Lt Thomas Shew at 256-6251 or MSgt Eva Reese at 256-4000. FIRST FRIDAY @ SCOTT CLUB - 6 JAN It's our welcome to the New Year Luau! Come enjoy camaraderie, entertainment by DJ Scooby with MC Drew, drink specials and more at First Friday on 6 Jan from 1600 to 1800 at the Scott Club. Event is open to ALL who work on Scott AFB. Enjoy our Luau Buffet! Buffet is FREE for members, and Non-members are welcome for just $7. Non-members, become a club member and get in for free! Join in our squadron competition - prizes awarded to the squadron with the most theme dressed participants. For more details, call the Scott Club at 744-1333. CARDINAL CREEK TOWN HALL - 7 JAN Do you want to know more about the Cardinal Creek Golf Course? Have you noticed some of the staffing changes this winter and want to understand why? You are invited to a town hall meeting on Saturday, 7 Jan at 1030 in the Base Theater to discuss the current and future state of the Cardinal Creek Golf Course. PHEASANT HUNT - 7 JAN Join Outdoor Recreation for a Pheasant Hunting Trip on 7 Jan at "Quail Country Hunts" in Mulberry Grove IL. The hunting package includes transportation, experienced guides, top quality hunting dogs, easy walking tour, practice clay pigeon shoot, three pheasants (cleaned and bagged), lunch and a guaranteed good time all for just $105 per person! The trip will depart at 0730 and return NLT than 1700 the same day. Hunters must provide their own shotgun/shells, must have a current Illinois hunting license and FOID card. All ages welcome, however, anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Deadline to sign-up is 5 Jan. For information call 256-2067 or visit www.375fss.com . LET'S GO FISHING SHOW TRIP - 8 JAN Mark your calendar to join Outdoor Recreation for a trip to the annual Let's Go Fishing Show at the Collinsville Gateway Center. Outdoor Recreation is offering a shuttle to the Sunday, 8 Jan show from 0900 to 1500, cost is $5 person, which includes admittance and transportation. Deadline to sign-up is 4 Jan. This event features a tremendous selection of tackle; representatives from resorts, charter and guide services; vendors for boat and fishing accessories and services; other boat and fishing products and more. Call 256-2067 for more details. ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB MEETING - 9 JAN The Scott AFB Environmental Club will be having a meeting 9 Jan at 1000 in the base library conference room. We'll be looking at different activities for the new year. It's open to everyone - military, civilians, spouses, and kids. Please contact MSgt Kelly Smith at 229-5717 or email kelly.smith-02@scott.af.mil for more information. TOBACCO CESSATION CLASS - 9 JAN Is quitting smoking or dipping part of your New Year's Resolution? The HAWC's Tobacco Cessation Program is here to help you quit for good. Orientations are on Mondays from 1100-1200. Call 256-7139 to sign up today! SCOTT ESC WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT EXCHANGE - 10 JAN The ESC invites all Enlisted Active Duty, Retired and Reservist Spouses to a White Elephant Gift Exchange! Each guest is kindly asked to bring a gift of $10 value. Regifting is strongly encouraged, the more outrageous the gift the better! Patriot's Landing Community Center. Social starts at 6 pm. Visit: ScottESC.com for more info. BIGGEST LOSER COMPETITION WEIGH-INS; 12-13 JAN Start the New Year off right and help Scott AFB reach this year's goal of a thousand pound weight loss (1/2 ton)!! Participate in our favorite incentive challenge of the year, starting with weigh-ins January 12th-13th. Call the HAWC @ 256-7139 for more information or visit our Facebook page to see the flier- www.facebook.com/scotthawc SAFETY MEETING - 14 JAN The Aero Club offers monthly safety meetings to all Scott AFB personnel, 1000 to 1130 at Rockwell Hall. Upcoming safety meeting date is 14 Jan. For more information, call 256-2170. SCOTT CHAPEL MARRIAGE SEMINAR - 19 JAN Whether you have a good marriage that you want to make better, or a marriage in need of a fresh perspective, this seminar can transform your marriage. Our next seminar is Thursday, 19 Jan, 0900-1430 entitled, "A Peacemaking Mission" at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Convention Center. The Chapel is sponsoring this event at no cost to Team Scott. Come with or without your spouse. All are invited to attend. Lunch is provided! This is an Alternate Duty Location for 375 AMW military personnel. To register visit https://einvitations.afit.edu/PeacemakingMission/index.cfm. For more information, contact Ch, Capt R. Scott Kiser at 256-3303. BECOMING A FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDER - 6 FEB Help support the Air Force Mission by caring for the children of our Military and DOD civilian personnel while establishing a professional career for yourself. At minimal start-up cost to you, you can operate your own home-based business, set your own hours, be with your children, and care for other children at home. The FCC staff will train and help you provide responsible, safe, in home care for children 2 weeks to 12 years in your government home or affiliated off base home. Our next class is scheduled for 6 - 10 Feb. TACO BAR BUFFET Pronto Pizza is offering a "build your own" Taco Bar Buffet every Monday in January for only $6.50 from 1100 to 1300. Stop by today! For more information, call 256-3921. BREAKFAST BUFFET AND BOWLING SPECIAL The Stars & Strikes Bowling Center now offers a Breakfast Buffet and Bowling Special. For $9.99 get their famous breakfast buffet along with a coupon for three games of bowling! Bowling coupon must be used prior to 1600 on the same day of purchase and is subject to lane availability and not to be combined with any other discounts or specials. Shoe rental not included. Call 256-4054 for more information. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GET YOUR INFO IN THE SCOTT-ALL BULLETIN: Please e-mail all Scott-All requests to Public Affairs, 375amw.pa@scott.af.mil NLT noon Wed (for Thursday publication). Entries must be 75 words or less, formatted as you see above. A simple e-mail should suffice (no need to put on letterhead or attach as a separate document). Content should include items of base-wide importance and is not designed for routine events. For questions or to give feedback, call 256-4241 and speak to MSgt DeRemer or Karen Petitt. NO ENDORSEMENT OF COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES IMPLIED. HELPFUL LINKS: Scott AFB Public Website Scott AFB Facebook 375th FSS Scott AFB Clinic