944 FW Airman earns Levitow award

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.
  • 944th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZ. --  Airmen making the transition from junior enlisted to non-commissioned officer (NCO), is a milestone most look forward to.

On Thursday, Feb 12 at Luke Air Force Base, an Airman Leadership School graduation took place here. Senior Airman Melinda Charlton, 944th Force Support Squadron personnel apprentice, took home the John L. Levitow Award given to the Airman who excels both academically and as a leader during the course.

The award is the highest and most prestigious ALS graduation award.

ALS is required for all Airmen when they reach 48 months, time in service, or when they are named staff sergeant select.

The ALS instructors touch on key subjects such as Air Force heritage, time management, Enlisted Performance Report writing, leadership styles and warrior mindset.