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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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Articles

School liaison acts as a link between military families and Alamogordo Public Schools

  • Published
  • By Senior Airman Nicholas Paczkowski
  • 49th Wing Public Affairs
HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M --  
Getting your kids' school situation figured out can be challenging when you’re at a new duty station, for that reason, each base has a school liaison to help those families out. 
 
On Holloman, that responsibility belongs to the newest 49th Force Support Squadron school liaison program manager, Racquel Labadie. Her duty is to help educate inbound families with children in preschool up to 12th grade. She also gives them guidance on what the schools are like, how to enroll kids, what to do during deployments and more. 
 
“It’s a very busy role because the demands of a family never replicate,” said Racquel. “Along with focusing on inbound families, I also have to meet the expectations of the wing commander.”
 
Since arriving here two months ago, Racquel has had to meet with principals from the Alamogordo Public School district, teachers and other personnel working with kids. 
 
“She’s able to put inbound families in touch with base resources,” said Ellen Virden, Holloman Middle School principal. “I know a lot of the Alamogordo school resources, but she knows all the base resources, so it’s just a matter of working together and I see our partnership as a great strength.” 
 
Alongside her primary duties, Racquel also works with Project SEARCH, which is an internship program for people with disabilities aged 18-22 that helps them gain work experience. 
 
She also has to keep up to date with legislative bills that may affect military education, or education in general. 
 
“I support command by making sure the wing is aware of any education policy changes, changes in the school district and anything education-related,” said Racquel. “I make sure they’re aware of those changes and how they can affect the students on base.” 
 
The school liaison program has been helping military families and installations since 2001 and continues to help those who have questions about schools and education. 
 
“Growing up as a military child, I don’t remember the school liaison program being a thing,” said Racquel. “Now I have my own kids in school and I’m answering the questions my parents probably had when I was growing up.” 

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.