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May 2015 Meeting Minutes

Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) The Chapter’s CFC application to be listed as a charitable organization was approved. Former Sijan President Dave Shiller submitted an application for the Sijan Chapter to be listed as a charitable organization to receive CFC contributions. Individuals making CFC contributions can allocate a portion or 2 all of their donations to our Chapter.…

2015 Pitsenbarger Awards

United States Air Force Academy: Award Recipients: Technical Sergeant Tim Tichawa represented the Sijan Chapter at the Community College (CCAF) of the Air Force graduation ceremony for Peterson, Schriever and Air Force Academy graduates.  The Air Force Association sponsors the Pitsenbarger Awards, which provide a one-time grant of $400 and a one year complimentary AFA…

2nd Quarter 2015 Newsletter

It’s been a busy year…so far. On one hand, it’s hard to believe June is already here.  On the other hand, it’s hard to believe the year isn’t over yet given the level of activity we’ve been party to.  Already this year, your Lance P. Sijan Chapter of the Air Force Association has participated and…

Foundation Discovery

AFA Members: Want to make a difference in lives while giving back to the community?  Here’s an opportunity. The Space Foundation has meaningful and rewarding volunteer opportunities at the Space Foundation Discovery Center in Colorado Springs. The Center is the region’s first and only space, science and technology attraction.  It is an interactive Discovery Center comprised of the El Pomar…

2015 Teacher of the Year Scholarship Winners Reception

Chapter Scholarship and Teacher of the Year Reception at the Space Foundation The Chapter recognized the selections for Teacher of the Year at the reception.  Each year the Air Force Association honors teachers from across the country who are impacting the newest generation of STEM scholars.  The Space Foundation and the Challenger Learning Center assist…

April 2015 Meeting Minutes

Welcome President Don Kidd opened the meeting at 7:30. The meeting was held at the Lockheed Martin offices located at Space Center Drive. A list of attendees is included at the bottom of these minutes. President’s Comments (Don Kidd) Stellar Space Competition The Stellar Space Competition was held in conjunction with the National Space Symposium…

Stellar Xplorer

Recognizing Leaders in Student Learning Sijan Chapter Aerospace Education Vice President, Tim Tichawa, had the privilege of notifying Mr. Thomas Russell, a teacher at Falcon High School, of his selection to receive an Air Force Association Educator Grant. AFA believes that one of the most significant means to affect student learning is to fund grants…