McConnell Route 5/6

Join us today at the 5/6 BBQ to celebrate our volunteers and future opportunities to lead across the wing. See you there:

8/21 @ 1100 - 1200
Where: Base Chapel

Congrats everyone!

Team McConnell,

Please join us in congratulating our newest Staff Sergeant selects Monday, 12 Aug at 1300 in the Dole Center Pulley Ballroom.

Event Details:
Date: Monday, 12 Aug 2024 @ 1300
Location: Dole Center Pulley Ballroom
Military: Uniform of the Day (UOD)
Civilian: UOD Equivalent

The McConnell Route 5/6 is excited to invite you to attend the Mastering Writing Skills for Memorandum for Records and Professional Bios seminar! This seminar will take place on Wednesday, 31st July 2024, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at the Dole Center in Computer Lab Room 4, located downstairs and across from the ALS Auditorium.

Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ABAD22A6F8CE9-50358067-professional

The purpose of this seminar is to equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to craft compelling and effective memorandums for records and professional bios. Through interactive exercises, real-world examples, and expert guidance, you will learn how to produce polished and professional documents that will help you communicate more effectively in your career.

During the seminar, we will cover various topics, including the structure of a memorandum for records and professional bios, effective writing techniques, and best practices for creating professional documents. Whether you're looking to advance in your career or simply improve your communication skills, this seminar will provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed.

If you have any questions please reach out to MONCIER, JAMES M TSgt USAF AMC 22 LRS/LGLOT

🎉 Excited to share the success of the Tech Sgt Release! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who made this event possible! From our dedicated team members to our amazing mentors and supporters, your hard work and dedication have truly paid off. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without all of you!

Check out all the photos from the event, provided by McConnell AFB Public Affairs: 130080352@N02/albums/72177720318124548/" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://www.flickr.com/photos/130080352@N02/albums/72177720318124548/

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🎆🌟 4th of July Fireworks Sale 🌟🎆

Join us at our Fireworks Stand Tent and light up your celebrations while supporting a great cause! A portion of Wholesale Firework's sales go towards the 5/6, Airmen's Council, and various Private Organizations, helping to positively impact our community, mentoring McConnell Airmen, and keeping our release parties landing fee-free!

Location 📍1000 S Oliver Ave Wichita, KS
Dates 📅 NOW - 5 Jul
Hours: ⏰ 0900 - Midnight (Today, 3rd and 4th)
0900-2200 (Normal Hours)

Come find the perfect fireworks for your festivities and know that with every purchase, you're contributing to something meaningful. Spread the word and bring your friends and family!

Let's make this season brighter together! ✨



📉Military Discount & Great Coupons below 👇

If you're interested in volunteering please see below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ABAD22A6F8CE9-49697949-mcconnell #/

Below are our 5/6 Hard Charger and Razor Sharp Award Winners:
Hard Charger – December 2023: SrA Joanna Gonzalez, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron
4th Qtr Razor Sharp: SrA Trevor Mann, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron
Hard Charger – January 2024: SrA Enrique Guzman, 22nd Operational Support Squadron
Hard Charger – February 2024: SrA Andrew Dawes, 349th Air Refueling Squadron

Your Airmen are doing amazing things across the base and for the local community! Shout out to the graders and everyone who put in the time to submit packages!

TSgt Michael Redford
5/6 President

Please join us this Wednesday for our general meeting to discuss the latest in the 5/6.

📆26 Jun 2024

⏰1100-1200

📍 Sunflower Room (Across the Library) in the Dole Center

🎉 Airmen Dorm Vibes Summer Party Recap! 🎉

The Airmen Council's summer party at the new Dorm Activity Center (DAC) was a blast! Over 100 airmen joined in the fun.

Interested in Leading or Mentoring Airmen? Join us for our next meeting 6/26/24 at the Dole Center in the Sunflower Room (Across the Library)

📷Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Qe0YjZ9VTNc962C0wA-zxQ8wcoYEkzOr?usp=sharing

🎉 Celebrate Our TSgt Selects! Join Us Next Tuesday! 🎉

Team McConnell,

Let’s unite to cheer for our amazing TSgt Selects who have worked incredibly hard to get where they are! Join us for a special celebration at our landing fee-free TSgt Release Party! 🎈

🗓️ Date: Next Tuesday, June 18th
⏰ Time: 1500
📍 Location: Dole Center, Pulley Ballroom
💵 Landing Fee: $0.00!

If you have any recent inbounds that made rank, please reach out to TSgt Redford or TSgt Lee to ensure your folks get recognized. 🏅

Can’t wait to celebrate with everyone! 🎊✨

Route 5/6's popular Excel classes are back by demand! Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your advanced skills, we've got you covered. This class is open to all within the DOD Community (Military, Civilian). A CAC is required to sign in to the computer lab computers. You may also bring your own laptop.

Beginner Course
🗓️ 14 June 2024
🕤 0930 - 1130

Advanced Course
🗓️ 21 June 2024
🕤 0930 - 1130

📍 Location: Dole Center, Room 4 ( Downstairs, near ALS)

Don't miss this chance to enhance your Excel expertise. Register now: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ABAD22A6F8CE9-49534080-excel #/ 💻✨

🌟 **TSgt Release Party Volunteer Opportunity!** 🌟

It's almost time to celebrate our newly promoted TSgts! 🎉 The release party is tentatively set for June 18th, 1500-1600 at the Dole Center Pulley Ballroom. We need volunteers to help make this year's event a hit!

If you're interested in volunteering or know someone who might be, please sign up using the link below. For any questions about the event or available positions, feel free to reach out to SSgt Cassandra Edwards or TSgt Brechara Lee. Let's make this celebration unforgettable! (Photos from 2023)

Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45ABAC23A1FECE9-49580107-tsgt

Join us on What's App!

🌟 Route 5/6 Team Shines in Memorial Walk Cleanup 🌟

In 2023, we proudly partnered with FSS to launch a wing-wide initiative to clean up the memorial stones across the base. This effort was essential to honor and remember the lives of Airmen connected to McConnell. A heartfelt thank you to SSgt Youens and the 11 dedicated volunteers who made it possible!

"The Memorial Walk exists to commemorate the lives of those Airmen who have a service connection to McConnell and provides a physical monument for family members and the total force to reflect on the sacrifices made by the deceased service members who built the heritage of the Air Force."

Read more about the initiative: https://www.mcconnell.af.mil/News/Features/Display/Article/3552137/mcconnell-air-force-base-embarks-on-memorial-walk-restoration-initiative/

“I appreciate all your help last weekend cleaning the Memorial Walk. In all, we cleaned 128 stones, 2.5 hours ahead of schedule. The base community appreciates your hard work, which both improves the appearance of the base, and also supports the family members of those who passed while stationed here at McConnell. Your efforts ensure that we never forget their sacrifice and service.

Today, we pause to remember the brave military members who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication have given us the freedoms we enjoy every day.

To all who have served and are currently serving, thank you for your commitment and sacrifice. We deeply appreciate everything you do."

– SSgt Andrew Youens, Vice President, Route 5/6

🚀 **Join Us at Wichita RiverCity STEM City!** 🚀

June 2nd is the annual "STEM City" event at Wichita's Riverfest! Last year, a team of 11 DoD members from the Army and Air Force showcased how STEM concepts are used in the military to around 400 attendees. We had robots, radio equipment, a 3D-printed jet engine, AF recruiters, and a VR pilot simulator!

This year, we're looking for more volunteers. SSgt Williams has already secured the tables and chairs—now he just needs you and your cool gadgets or activities! If you have any hands-on activities for middle school kids, that would be fantastic.

Interested? reach out to:
– SSgt Joel Williams
📧 POC: [email protected]

Join us for "Continous Process Improvement: Continous Improvement for Lasting Success" a beginner-friendly introduction to CPI! 🌟 Whether you're new to the concept or looking to refresh your skills, this class is perfect for you. Learn the essentials of process improvement, streamline your workflows, and drive success in any project. No prior experience is needed!

Sign up 👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ABAD22A6F8CE9-49794642-continuous #/

A huge shoutout to our amazing 5/6 team for their incredible volunteer work and dedication to professional development! 👏✨

From creating impactful development classes to presenting our achievements across the Wing, you've truly exemplified excellence and commitment. Attached are the highlights of your stellar efforts.

Thank you for all you've done and for everything you're about to do. Your hard work and enthusiasm are what drive our success!

Let's keep pushing forward and making a difference together! 🚀💪

Interested in becoming an MTI, Recruiter, Honor Guard, or the other special duties the Air Force offers? Route 5/6 is hosting a Developmental Special Duty (DSD) seminar in the
Bleckly Lounge on 5 March @1100-1230

This seminar will offer participants the invaluable chance to hear directly from NCO/SNCOs in various positions in the upcoming cycles, gaining insights, guidance directly from those with firsthand experience!!

Be there or be square🫡

Hey everyone! Please don’t forget we have our Route 5/6 meeting today.

The sunflower 🌻 room at 1100.

Kicking off the New Year with 80 Airman showing up to Final Friday in the Tanker Tavern! Holy smokes, that’s a lot of people!

Thank you to the Airman’s Council for the awesome raffle!

See you next Final Friday! 👀 (Feb 23, 2024)

Thinking of becoming a member of Route 5/6? Or not quite sure? Come out to our next meeting 21 Feb to see how we roll!
The more the merrier!
PS you dont have to be an executive council member to join!

An AMAZING turn out at today’s mentorship lunch. If you’re an airman interested in having lunch with an NCO, or an NCO wanting to share your wisdom with an Airman be on the look out for our next mentorship lunch!

Thank you all who showed today!

Junior Enlisted Foundations Course 14-15 Feb 24 The Junior Enlisted Foundations Course is a 2-day course designed to develop the Junior Enlisted Corps (E-4 and below) by focusing on followership, mentorship, and career progression. It is targeted for all Airmen assigned to the McConnell AFB's team who have completed Up-Grade Training and CDCs and...

Speaking of meetings; here is what you missed from yesterdays!

If you’d are interested in any of the topics below or have any suggestions please shoot us a message on our What’s App

https://chat.whatsapp.com/BCpj4sqhMcqE5gUE8iDAwz

Happy FRIDAY EVE!
Here’s the meeting schedule up until June 2024!
All meetings will be held in the Sunflower room (Dole Center across from the library) at 1100!
See you at the next one! 🙌🏼

Introducing…. McConnell Route 5/6 NEWEST EXECUTIVE COUNCIL 🙌🏼🥳

There are still slots available!!
Professional Development (1)
Fundraising Committee (2)
Wing/community involvement (1)
Airman Advisors (1)

Shoot us a dm or email if you’re interested 👀

Join us for the next social event at The Sandbox on August 25th at 1600. This family-friendly event will allow you to unwind, network, and meet new people!

🎉 Exciting News! Join us for the SSgt Release Party 🎉

📣 Calling all Air Force members and supporters! We are thrilled to invite you to a special celebration honoring the Air Force's newest SSgt Selects. These incredible individuals have conquered challenges and reached new heights in their careers, and now it's time to celebrate their achievements together! 🥳

🗓️ Date: NEXT Friday, August 18th
⏰ Time: 1500
📍 Location: Dole Center Ballroom

Let's come together to show our support and cheer for these outstanding individuals who have worked incredibly hard to get to where they are!

This event does not have a landing fee!

Our next General Meeting will be on the 20th at 1500 in the Sunflower room. Hope to see you there!

All McConnell (S)Sgts - TSgts are welcome.

Come celebrate Team McConnell's newest
Technical Sergeants!