Ward completes basic training

Posted 3/23/19

Airman's father resides in Rochelle.

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Ward completes basic training

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SAN ANTONIO, Texas — U.S. Air Force Airman Elijah R. Ward graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. 

Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.
Ward earned distinction as an honor graduate.
Ward is the son of Roni Decker of Rochester, Minnesota, and Steven Ward of Rochelle.
He is a 2017 graduate of Schaeffer Academy, Rochester.