June 23, 2023 Maxwell AFB-Gunter Annex introduce River Region students to installation, STEM opportunities So far this year, the wing has organized ten school activities or events, including base tours, motivational talks, essay competitions, career-shadowing opportunities, and high school graduation recognition.
March 22, 2023 Maxwell medics train with Army National Guard, broaden knowledge, skillset During the training, the group’s Airmen traversed four stations: palate building, self-aid buddy care and two versions of escorting a casualty onto a Humvee or helicopter
Aug. 1, 2022 AETC command team visits Maxwell Robinson started the visit with a mission overview briefing and discussion of the 42nd’s priorities and opportunities.“When we’re making these decisions about the base infrastructure and resources, we need to focus on getting it right not just for next year, but for those who come after us,”
Oct. 6, 2021 DoDEA Pilot Program enters second trial month at Maxwell Elementary/Middle School There are currently 360 students enrolled at MEMS, and more than 50 of those students have been enrolled under the Pilot Program, according to MEMS principal, Jamie Pittman.
July 29, 2021 Air University Airman overcomes barriers to express his faith as a Norse Pagan The 42nd Air Base Wing’s Freedom to Serve Initiative champions are uncovering issues that impede on Airmen's ability to excel; forming plans of action to help create equal opportunities for all Airmen across the installation.
June 3, 2021 Maxwell hosts first DoDEA pilot program, opens application for off-base children “This program expands public education options in the River Region,” said Lt. Gen. James Hecker, Air University commander and president. “We appreciate the great local community partners and DoDEA collaborations to increase public education options, and we’ll continue to work with them and the team
April 28, 2021 The Freedom to Serve - Military Children Rising to their Best at Maxwell Air Force Base & Gunter Annex As a mom of a military child, one of the most important factors in my relocation and retention decision is access to high-quality public schools for my son. Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex is one of those locations where my son can rise to his best, so I can rise to my best, free from
Feb. 18, 2021 Overcoming skepticism through education: 42nd MDG worker gets vaccine Strong was offered the COVID-19 vaccine since she is categorized under “Phase 1a” of the DoD population schema. This means she receives priority in vaccine distribution because she supports patient care at the 42nd MDG, and she is at a higher risk of exposure to individuals who have contracted
Feb. 17, 2021 Maxwell AFB medical logistics flight oversees COVID-19 vaccine The Medical Logistics Flight is responsible for the receipt and storage of the vaccine, in addition to monitoring and reporting usage. They are also responsible for ordering the vaccine and purchasing consumable supplies, like masks and gloves, to support the point of dispensing, or POD.
Oct. 27, 2020 42nd ABW defenders support Domestic Violence Awareness Month According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 4 women and nearly 1 in 10 men have been a victim of domestic violence during their lifetime, including military members and their families.