Senior Airman Jacqueline Kennebrew, 65th Medical Operations Support Squadron emergency medical technician, along with her fellow students of Airman Leadership School class 13-B execute an 'open ranks' march during a formative drill evaluation, April 17, 2013, Lajes Field, Azores. The students receive a refresher in military drill during their five week course. (Photo by Lucas Silva/released) Journey through Airmen Leadership School: Transforming Airmen to frontline supervisors by Lucas Silva 65th Air Base Wing Public Affairs 5/6/2013 - LAJES FIELD, Azores -- Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hirak joined the Airman Leadership School team as the new commandant here at Lajes Field and led his first class over the past five weeks. As the commandant, Hirak ensures Airmen are prepared for the rank of noncommissioned officer and how to be an effective frontline supervisor. For five weeks, the Airmen receive training on verbal and written communication, combat leadership, group dynamics and military professionalism. (Photos by Lucas Silva/released) SLIDESHOW