Airman Leadership School (ALS) is the first level of the Enlisted Professional Military Education (EPME) continuum and prepares Senior Airmen to be professional, war-fighting Airmen and Space Professionals who can supervise and lead work teams to … Staff Sgt. / Published December 13, 2019, Graduates of Airman Leadership School Class 20-A pose for a class photo on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, November 27, 2019. Senior Airman Raymond Jones, 90th Security Support Squadron Olivia Riggar, 30th Force Support Squadron ALS instructor at Vandenberg AFB. Jon Neidigh, 47th Operations Support Squadron radar approach control chief controller at Laughlin Air Force Base, speaks to the graduates of Airman Leadership School Class 20-A during the their ceremony at the event center on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, December 12, 2019. These Airmen are the first graduates that completed the course at Tyndall Air Force Base since the COVID-19 pandemic began. ... Coaster Please be seated. While enrolled in the course, you will be temporarily assigned to the 5th Force Support Squadron. The uniformed members and civilian employees completed the four-week course to learn leadership skills. “All the projections are no vaccine for upwards of a year,” Gen. David L. Goldfein, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force said during a video briefing in April 2020. Educated 5 instructors on 30 new ALS lessons; taught 33 trng hrs--flt beat Enl PME 32 hr/yr std in 1 wk, - Sought lean initiative; enrolled in Six Sigma Green Belt prgm--2 tech order changes approved/AF-wide impact, - Sought personal development; aced 4-day community ldrshp seminar by AWAG--broadened mgmt repertoire. Senior Airman Andrew Martinez, center, assigned to the 49th Maintenance Group, accepts the Commandant Leadership award during the graduation of ALS class 20-6, Sept. 22, 2020, on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. While the successful completion of this course marks the first graduation from LA AFB, perspective attendees can expect the course to be held annually in partnership with the 61st ABG, the 30th SW and the U.S. Space Force.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ethan Sherwood), Graduates of Airman Leadership School Class 20-A prepare to set the POW/MIA table during the ALS Graduation ceremony at the event center on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, December 12, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger), Graduates of Airman Leadership School Class 20-A prepare to sing the Air Force Song during the ALS Graduation ceremony at the event center on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, December 12, 2019. - Dedicated AF steward; showcased superb ldrshp skills recv'd in PDC--trnd 14 terminal prsnl/56 core tasks completed, - Attended 4-day NCOPE seminar; bridged gap between ALS/NCOA--strengthened mentoring/supervisory skills, - Enhanced Amn skill; completed leadership/conflict management course--ready for increased supervisory roles, - Attended EPR bullet writing course; honed composition skills--garnered critical knowledge for Amn duties, - Completed NCO enhancement trng; mastered bullet writing/eval grading techniques--sharpened supervisory skillsets, - ALS John Levitow Awd Recipient! Alana Nunez, 61st Medical Squadron medical logistics support, is awarded the John L. Levitow Award during the first-ever Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony on Ft. MacArthur, California, Sept. 22, 2020. Staff Sgt. We triumphed in the face of adversity and made history together as the first-ever ALS class to graduate from Los Angeles AFB.”, “I look forward to watching you grow as NCOs and as you accomplish your personal and professional goals within the military,” she continued.

“The transition to becoming a noncommissioned officer is an incredibly important moment in an Airman’s career,” said Chief Master Sgt. “Be the first sergeant that is on the scene during their careers and the one who represents this institution to everyone that you supervise…one that they have promised to give their lives to if the situation dictates. When you choose to see your success in the difference you make in the world, it means your success is 100 percent yours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger/Released), Airmen and civilian graduates of Airman Leadership School pose for a group photo after successfully completing their training during the ALS Graduation on the event center at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, August 22, 2019. Inaugural ALS Graduation Ceremony at Los Angeles Air Force Base. Senior Airmen with 36 months time in service or those with a promotion line number for Staff Sergeant are eligible to attend the School. Graduates of Airman Leadership School Class 20-A prepare to set the POW/MIA table during the ALS Graduation ceremony at the event center on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, December 12, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger/Released), Chief Master Sgt. I ask that you please take that seriously.”.

“This has pushed us to come up with innovative teleconference strategies that utilize technology to our utmost benefit,” said Staff Sgt. The table was set as a symbol of honor and remembrance of America’s prisoners of war and missing comrades across all branches. - Finished SNCOA Course 14 in only 2 mos; upheld 91% avg on module tests--premiere addition to SNCO tier!

Brian Lewis, 47th Operations Group superintendent at Laughlin Air Force Base, speaks to the 19-F Airman Leadership School graduates during their ceremony at the event center on Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, August 22, 2019. Throughout the course, Airmen were provided the foundation required to assume supervisory duties and leadership roles in direct support of air, space and cyberspace capabilities as NCOs. By Glenn S. Robertson, 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs Enlisted Airmen must graduate ALS before supervising other Airmen. Many activities and facilities throughout the base had to limit operations during the peak of the COVID-19 lockdown, including ALS.

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The member must also have at least six months of retainability from the projected class graduation date before being enrolled. Lance Anderson, 90th Mission Support Group superintendent, stand with Airman Leadership School class 20-C during their class graduation Feb. 13, on F. E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo.

Senior Airman Hunter Herzberger, 790th Maintenance Squadron The distinguished graduate award is presented to the top ten-percent of graduates for their performance in academic evaluations and demonstration of leadership. Roger A. Towberman attended the ceremony as the honorary speaker and offered his perspective on the graduates’ accomplishment. To view the first-ever graduation ceremony, click here.

 **Distinguished Graduate/Academic

ALS focuses on developing leadership abilities, the profession of arms, and building effective communication.

Students gain an understanding of their role as military supervisors and how they contribute to the overall goals and mission of the Air Force. The following Airmen graduated the course: 153 Mission Support Group Alana Nunez, 61st Medical Squadron medical logistics support, was the inaugural recipient of the John L. Levitow Award, the highest honor presented for EPME to the student who demonstrated the most outstanding leadership and scholastic achievement throughout the course. Senior Airman Joseph Hunn * By Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger, 17th Training Wing Public Affairs “It also has taught the students how to effectively have a conversation via video conference. Senior Airman Bryce Raymond, 90th Medical Group Alana Nunez, 61st Medical Squadron medical logistics support, is awarded the John L. Levitow Award during the first-ever Airman Leadership School graduation ceremony on Ft. MacArthur, California, Sept. 22, 2020.

ALS is a four-week course designed to prepare senior airmen to assume supervisory duties. This marked a significant milestone for Los Angeles AFB as this was the first time the installation hosted the Enlisted Professional Military Education course. The 90th Missile Wing Airman Leadership School held a graduation ceremony at the Trail’s End Event Center here to honor the Airmen who completed the course Feb. 13, 2020. (U.S. Space Force photo by Van Ha), U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger). Aaron Bell, 325th Force Support Squadron ALS instructor. The commandant leadership award is selected by the ALS commandant, and is presented to the student who demonstrates the characteristics of an effective leader. However, it was important that the mission continued. The table was set as a symbol of honor and remembrance of America’s prisoners of war and missing comrades across all branches. Air Force. twenty Bucks. This year alone, we’ve had to change the way we accomplish missions and modernize our approach to training in a virtual environment; take that level of innovation with you as you become the next generation of noncommissioned officers. By Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger, 17th Training Wing Public Affairs However, students and instructors bonded through adversity and noted the challenges allowed them to connect on a more personal level.
You each now have the opportunity to change the lives of your Airmen and their families. The instructors, and those responsible for planning at ALS were able to adjust accordingly and make sure the Airmen graduated despite the current circumstances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger/Released). (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robyn Hunsinger) “Too many times, leaders try to cover themselves in a veneer they perceive they are supposed to portray,” said Towberman. Good morning and welcome to the graduation ceremony honoring every leadership school class. “Your senior leaders are going to look to you to collectively tackle the challenges our Airmen face, and at the same time, Airmen are going to look to you to instill the strong foundational tone being a member of the armed forces requires.”. / Published February 13, 2020, Col. Brian Young, 90th Missile Wing vice commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Selected class cmdr during NCOA; led 181 TSgts/org'd 4 wg outreachs--Levitow Awd recipient, - Stellar performer; completed online NCO Academy while deployed to AOR--preparing for future challenges, - Top 10% NCOA/class ldr; mentored 2 failing peers/directed service project--selected Distinguished Graduate, - Transactional leader at NCOA; scored top 10% recognized by instructors--awarded Distinguished Graduate, - Complet'd SNCO PME Course 14; broaden'd leadership ability/knowledge--working towards CCAF degree in Safety. “This was no easy feat to accomplish, especially in an online environment but we dominated as a team. Dealing with these issues did not stop Tyndall ALS trainers from teaching and developing future leaders and front line supervisors in the US. Staff Sergeant Lauren Meisenheimer **, 373rd Training Squadron - #13/185 MSgts; AETC '09 PJ SNCO OTY; SNCOA Commandant's awd; proven cmbt ldr--promote to SMSgt! Lisa Arnold, SMC command chief. Recognized #1/17 by peers/instructors--ready to guide the future of the AF - Completed Airman Leadership school; developed key leadership attributes--sharpened communication skills - Completed six week Airman Leadership School received 10 college credits--logistics CCAF degree complete- Dedicated volunteer; completed 6 hr Veteran's Home Freedom run--efforts helped raise $375 for base ALS - Displayed leadership quality; exemplified by ALS peers--won Co… Senior Airman Dillon Bruce Minot Airman Leadership School Reporting Instructions: We will be your home away from work during your 24 academic days here at the Minot Airman Leadership School. You have the caliber, the character and the talent that we want and need. By Brad Sturk, 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs / Published July 02, 2020 Senior Airman Antonio Hernandez