Subject: Campus News 10-19-26

 
Monday, October 19, 2026
"Hope in the Lord! ...with Him is plentiful redemption." Psalm 130:7
Upcoming Events        
  • Oct 20 Required Hunters Briefing (Annex, 6:30 PM) 
  • Oct 29 Tyler DEA Training (Classroom Building) 
  • Nov 3 Farming Resource Class (Chapel, 6:30 PM) 
  • Nov 5 Veterans Banquet (Gym, 6:00 PM) 
  • Nov 10 SFG Luncheon (Dining Room) 
  • Nov 13 Unit 75 Advancement & Preview Day
  • Nov 18 Awards & Promotions (Dining Room, 11:45 AM) 
  • Nov 20 Unit 74 Graduation
Pinned Notices 📍
Campus playground restrooms are in Bathhouse 1414.
Water conservation is in effect.
Required Hunters Briefing 
If you'd like to hunt on campus during the 2026-2027 season, please join us for our required hunters briefing, Tuesday, October 20 at 6:30 PM in the Annex Conference Room. Please bring a valid hunting license and hunter's education certificate, if applicable. If you're not able to attend or have further questions, please contact Chris Overby at (903) 720-0974. Looking forward to it! 
Staff Survey
We'd love to hear how Family Camp went from your perspective. Please take a quick moment share your feedback here. 
Camp Photos
If you'd like access to the Family Camp Photos released on Friday, Oct. 30, please reply to this email and we'd be happy to send you access for free. 
Farming Resource Class
Join Game Warden Nathan Skeen of Upshur County for our next Farming Resource Class, Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 6:30 PM in the Chapel. Bring a friend and meet your neighbors!
Campus Garden Plot
Naturally grown watermelons for sale! For more information, contact Eric Waller at 903-331-3358. 
Veterans Banquet
Spread the word & bring your friends! Our Veterans Banquet is Thursday, Nov. 5 at 6:00 PM. Banquet doors open at 5:30 PM. This banquet is free for all veterans & anyone from the community who would like to join us in honoring our dedicated service members. RSVP by Nov. 2 to 903-636-9201. 
Elections 2026
Please save the date and vote on Tuesday, November 3! See the iVoter Guide for additional details about specific districts & races. 
Battalion Update | Capt. Winkler
The Battalion had a good week last week, participating in Family Camp and part-time classes. Missions is heading up to the Yukon on Wednesday; pray for safe travels and Gospel opportunities while they are in Canada. The flight students will start flying this week; please note the increased runway traffic and always check for incoming planes before crossing the runway. Fire Academy will be deploying to northeast Arizona to do flood relief with Samaritan's Purse in part of the Navajo Nation. Pray for safe travels there and back, and the opportunity to be a blessing to those in need. Dive will train on campus most of this week and prepare for their Florida trip next week.
Basic Training Update | Maj. Hawley
This week of training is known as Navigational-Medical Week, or Nav-Med Week. Throughout the week, the men will be sent out on various scenarios designed to test the skills they have developed during their time in Basic. Please continue to pray for their safety and that they will keep sharpening their abilities as they are challenged to grow into men for Christ.
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Staff Fellowship Meal Details [complimentary meals of the year and monthly fellowship meal details]

MONDAY
Lunch: Salad, Baked Chicken, Brown Gravy, Corn, Fries, Cream Cheese Bars
Dinner: Salad, Loaded Potato Soup, Sloppy Joes

TUESDAY
Lunch: Tacos, Chips and Guacamole
Dinner: Salad, Tater Tot Casserole, Rolls, Applesauce

WEDNESDAY 
Lunch: Salad, Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole, Rolls
Dinner: Salad, Creamy Cajun Pasta, Breadsticks

THURSDAY 
Lunch: Fruit, Breakfast Pizza, Blueberry Muffins, Yogurt
Dinner: Cole Slaw, BBQ Chicken, Potato Salad, Pickles, Chocolate Cake

FRIDAY
Lunch: Salad, Bacon Ranch Wraps, Cheeseburger Soup
Dinner: Salad, Pizza, Sweet Tea

SATURDAY
Brunch: Fruit Salad, Egg Bake, Sausage Patties, Gingerbread

NEXT MONDAY
Lunch: Salad, Meatball Hoagies, Fries
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