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  • Homeschoolers tour educational continuity

    Home schooling is gaining popularity across the country, especially at military bases. "The military just have some unique circumstances in particular that make home schooling an ideal option in certain situations," said Debby Ramsey, director of the Maxwell Area Home Educators, an association of

  • SOC-inspired course hones teens' leadership skills

    One hundred and twenty Civil Air Patrol cadet officers flew in from all over to participate in Cadet Officer School last week. The school is patterned after the Air Force's Squadron Officer College and features an academically challenging curriculum and in-depth leadership training activities. Cadet

  • International spouses graduate from orientation program

    A colorful fashion show and children's performances wrapped up the International Family Orientation Program, or IFOP, July 8."Thank you for bringing your wives and families so we can get to know them," said Jody Savoie, an IFOP volunteer and the emcee for the spouses' graduation.The program was open

  • Maxwell Boulevard work nears completion

    Construction on Maxwell Boulevard is slated for completion in late August or early September, according to Wes Nelson, the project engineer for the Maxwell Boulevard road renovation. "That is contingent on the weather and a few other factors," he said. "When you are dealing with old roadways like

  • Entrepreneurship is mission possible for military families

    In today's job market, sometimes the best job is the one self-created.For 12 years, the Small Business Development Center, or SBDC, has hosted workshops at the Maxwell Airman and Family Readiness Center to help spouses and service members start small businesses.Representatives provide guidance on

  • Attention to detail can help spouses land jobs

    Federal jobs are available, and knowing how to apply may help spouses get a paycheck."Before you apply at all, make sure you're qualified," said Kevin Myers, the employment assistance consultant for the Maxwell Airman and Family Readiness Center.Myers tells spouses to read the announcement carefully

  • Maxwell Elementary School offers grades 7-8

    Starting Aug. 5, Maxwell Elementary School will open its doors to seventh- and eighth-graders."We are in the process of putting together a dynamic middle school program right now," said Lois Rapp, superintendent of the Georgia/Alabama district. "Col. [Brian] Killough, base commander, and Melissa