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12th Flying Training Wing

The 12th Flying Training Wing, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, develops the next generation of Air Force aviators and enlisted aircrew by providing world-class flying training and education. The wing trains Airmen in the fundamentals of airmanship, instruction and leadership, preparing them for success in operational units across the Air Force. Through undergraduate Combat Systems Officer training, Pilot Instructor Training, Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals, Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot indoctrination, enlisted aviator training, and other specialized programs, the 12th FTW produces skilled, adaptable, and combat-ready professionals capable of meeting the demands of today's complex operating environment while strengthening the future of American airpower.

 

 

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Recruiting squadron announces Sentry Educator Award winners

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  • By Mark Wyatt
  • 66th Air Base Group Public Affairs

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. -- The 319th Recruiting Squadron here has announced the winners of the inaugural Air and Space Forces’ Sentry Educator Award.

The Air and Space Forces’ Sentry Educator Award recognizes the top 10 educators, including counselors, teachers, coaches and principals, throughout New England.

“This award is our way of embracing our partners in academia and recognizing them for developing our nation’s future and embodying our shared values of Integrity, Service, and Excellence in all we do,” said Chief Master Sgt. Gervacio Maldonado, 319th Recruiting Squadron production superintendent.

Nominations included a short essay with a paragraph that showed how the nominee supports the Air Force Core Values.

“These educators are paving the way for a future where young learners can dream big, reach for the stars and make remarkable contributions to the world,” said Tech. Sgt. Kimberly Nagle, 319th Recruiting Squadron Marketing NCO in charge, who oversaw the Sentry Educator Award program. “We just wanted a way to celebrate them and show them how much we care.”

Squadron officials will present an Air Force Sentry trophy to the winners during presentations at their respective schools. 

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Members of the 319th Recruiting Squadron present the inaugural Air and Space Forces’ Sentry Educator Award to Michael Vadney of Toll Gate High School, Warwick, Rhode Island, May 15. The Air and Space Forces’ Sentry Educator Award recognizes the top 10 educators, including counselors, teachers, coaches and principals, throughout New England. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Kimberly Nagle)
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Additionally, award winners will have the opportunity to be nominated for the Air Force’s Distinguished Educator Tour that provides educators with an opportunity to learn more about the Air and Space Forces.

Officials received 48 nominations this year.

The 319th Recruiting Squadron, headquartered at Hanscom AFB, covers 105 countries in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, as well as the six New England states. The squadron’s mission is to inspire, engage and recruit diverse applicants to serve as future Airmen and Guardians for the nation.

Congratulations to the following winners:

Tyler Boone: Brattleboro Union High School, Brattleboro, Vermont

Cyle Davenport: Deering High School, Portland, Maine

Dr. Erik Day: Coleytown Middle School, Westport, Connecticut

Harley Hall: Merrimack High School, Merrimack, New Hampshire

Rowena Harvey: Katahdin Middle/High School, Stacyville, Maine

Professor Jesse Johnson: Westfield State University, Westfield, Mass. 

Brian Moore: Contoocook Valley High School, Peterborough, N.H.

Alan Petty: Worcester High School, Worcester, Mass.

Elena Sileo: Torrington High School, Torrington, Conn.

Michael Vadney: Toll Gate High School, Warwick, Rhode Island

For further information about the 319th Recruiting Squadron or the Sentry Educator Award, contact Tech. Sgt. Kimberly Nagle at kimberly.nagle@us.af.mil.

Public Affairs Information

Tours of the 12th Flying Training Wing are provided to various community organizations, high schools, businesses, and academic military recruitment programs to educate their members about the 12th FTW mission.

Due to the high volume of requests and limited public affairs resources, tours and static displays are limited.

Please submit all requests in writing to the 12th FTW Public Affairs by email to 12ftw.pa.1@us.af.mil at least three weeks but no more than six weeks in advance. You may also call 210-652-1272.

Tours are not available on weekends and may be cancelled at any time because of increased security measures or mission requirements. The 12th FTW does not host tours of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph at-large. To schedule a tour of JBSA-Randolph, please contact JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs at 502abw.pa.official@us.af.mil or dial 210-652-4410.

If desired, requestors must arrange all meals. PA will provide contact information to base eateries. Modified tours will be granted for those with limited mobility - this must be stated on the tour request. If not stated, it is assumed that mobility is not an issue.