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TALEnT (from Page 2) Katie Babbitt,
spouse and
made inquiries about the likelihood of get- Tony Baril, 56th
ting a venue on base. Force Support Employment opportunities for
“I knew of events that were happening Squadron Depart-
throughout the year on base to get these ment of Defense RNs • LPNs • CNA-Med • CNA • QMAP
folks stage time,” said Rowe. “They (band civilian, wave at
members) just needed the opportunity to the crowd July PCP and more!
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comprised of two separate bands. One band which played a mixture of modern pop, clas- finding people with similar musical inter- able to perform the songs we had worked so
is called Soundwave, which plays an eclectic sic rock and oldies. They toured and played ests as well as playing his first “gig.” hard on and share them with the audience.
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Staff Writer and Copy Editor (part-time) position

SeARCh (from Page 10) ences in the number of people with counting,” said MacKenzie. “Luke
SeRViCeS (from Page 4) and without disabilities who are Air Force Base mentors have made
“I look forward to making my employed,” said MacKenzie. “Only a a difference in our program and the Aerotech News and Review, Inc., publisher of the Luke AFB Thunderbolt and Davis-Monthan AFB Desert K-8
Like her counterpart, Struble, Larson says she also finds own money and continuing work small percentage of people with dis- lives of our interns. This partnership Lightning News, is accepting resumes from candidates for the position of Staff Writer and Copy Editor.
a great sense of pride in being an EFMP-FS coordinator. on base as a kitchen attendant at abilities are employed.” has allowed our interns to be a part This is a part-time position, approximately 40 hours per month. Charter
She described her experience as gratifying and one of the Luke’s dining facility,” said Parker. MacKenzie added that people with of a community that is bigger than The staff writer and copy editor works with other editors and members of the editorial team to write, copy School
most important roles in her career. “Project SEARCH has helped me a disability are much more likely to themselves. We look forward to con- edit and post stories for these two publications and corresponding web sites. The position reports directly
“This has been one of the most fulfilling jobs I’ve had in very much. It gave me a pretty good live in poverty than people without tinuing to collaborate and grow our to the Aerotech News managing editor and will work remotely.
my tenure with the Air Force,” said Larson. “Our goal is to view on learning job skills.” disabilities, which highlights the program together.” Responsibilities: • Familiarity with online website publishing and
positively impact each of our EFMP families by providing Just as Project SEARCH aids in importance of Thunderbolt Nation For more information on Project • Write, copy edit and prepare for posting a wide organization tools.
a place to share concerns, celebrations and milestones. We supporting members who are look- supporting this organization and its SEARCH, contact the 56th Fighter variety of stories, of both original and Air Force • Familiarity with AP style and fact-checking.
listen to family’s needs and try to provide as many on and ing to improve upon their skill set, members. Wing Airman and Family Readiness provided material in a timely manner. Posting Self Development Academy-Glendale
off base support options.” it also assists with members’ overall “Luke Air Force Base and West- Center at (623) 856-6168 or Tiffany includes writing headlines and summaries • Excellent communication skills, both written
Struble said the EFMP being able to offer a variety of livelihood. MEC Project SEARCH have had MacKenzie at tiffany.mackenzie@ using SEO best practices, writing and copy and verbal. We teach Geometry alongside Logic, Physics alongside
support services, to include support through difficult times, “In Arizona, there are large differ- a partnership for three years and west-mec.org. editing cutlines and photo credits, choosing • The ability to self-motivate and work both Philosphy, and Literature alongside Creative Writing
might be the most impactful tool the EFMP-FS coordina- appropriate photos or illustrations as needed, independently and as part of a team.
tors use. and contribute to design of graphics or video • Team-oriented and flexible, with a positive
“There are always movements, transitions and devia- clips as needed. outlook and a willingness to learn.
tions happening, but the EFMP family support team can • Identify grammar and style issues in a piece • A high standard of accuracy, accountability and
help ease stress and provide guidance through those trying and work directly with the writer and editor to integrity.
times,” said Struble. “It’s important to celebrate individuals fix any mistakes, ensuring that the guidelines • Working knowledge of the U.S. military and its SDA-Glendale
and recognize their resilience when faced with hard times, and expectations per AP style guide are clearly culture a plus.
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EFMP-Assignments. Project SEARCH interns, instructors and Maj. Tomika Smith, left, 56th Force Support Squadron operations
To learn more, families can visit the A&FRC, call (623) officer and interim commander, pose for a photo during a Project SEARCH graduation, May, 20, at the Re- To apply: Interested parties should submit a cover letter explaining their interest and describing their qualifications.
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