BLC GRAD PROGRAM 002-23 pdf

United States Army Noncommissioned
Officer Academy Parks

Dublin, CA
Basic Leader Course
Graduation Ceremony
19 November 2022

Class 002-23

Basic Leader Course
Class 002-23 Graduation

Arrival of the Basic Leader Course Class

Arrival of the Official Party

National Anthem

Invocation
Commandant’s Remarks

Graduation Speaker: CSM Santi S. Khoundet

Presentation of Awards and Diplomas:
Facilitator of the Cycle
“Iron Soldiers” Award
Commandant’s Writing Award
Honor Graduate Award
Distinguished Honor Graduate Award
Distinguished Leadership Award
Commandant’s List
BLC Graduates

Creed of the Noncommissioned Officer

United States Army Song

Departure of Official Party

Command Sergeant Major Deedra A. Perez

Commandant
U.S. Army Noncommissioned Officer Academy Parks

Command Sergeant Major Deedra A. Perez is a native of Greensboro,
North Carolina. She entered the U.S. Army in May 1995 completing
Basic Training at Fort Jackson, SC and Advanced Individual Training at
Fort Rucker, AL as an Air Traffic Controller and upon completion of
AIT she reported to Grafenwohr,, Germany.

Command Sergeant Major Perez has served in numerous Leadership
positions: Air Traffic Control NCOIC, Drill Sergeant, Senior Drill
Sergeant, First Sergeant, Senior Human Resources Sergeant, Brigade
Operations NCOIC, Senior Enlisted Advisor, Deputy Commandant,
Director of Instruction and G1 Sergeant Major.

Command Sergeant Major Perez’s positions and assignments include: Air Traffic Control Specialist
3-58th AVN BN, Grafenwohr, Germany; Air Traffic Control NCOIC Wheeler-Sack AAF, Ft. Drum,
New York; HR NCO 3-323 IN REGT, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Drill Sergeant 2-13 IN BN, Fort
Jackson, South Carolina; Sr Drill Sergeant 1-321 IN BN, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Operations
Sergeant 2d BDE, 98th DIV, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; First Sergeant USAR Drill Sergeant
School, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Senior Human Resources Sergeant U.S. Army Drill Sergeant
Academy, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Brigade Operations NCOIC U.S. Army Drill Sergeant
Academy, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Sr Enlisted Advisor Human Resources Command, Ft. Knox,
Kentucky, the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy, Ft. Bliss, TX; Deputy Commandant, U.S.
Army Drill Sergeant Academy, Fort Jackson, South Carolina; Director of Instruction, Fort Dix
NCOA, JMBDL, New Jersey and G1 SGM, 88th Readiness Division, Fort McCoy, Wisconsin.

Command Sergeant Major Perez is a graduate of Primary Leadership Development Course, Basic and
Advanced Noncommissioned Officers Courses, Drill Sergeant Course, First Sergeants Course, Battle
Staff Noncommissioned Officer Course, Master Resilience Trainers Course, Commandants
Pre-Command Course, Sergeants Major Course Class 68, and Brigade Pre-Command Course.
Additionally, CSM Perez earned a Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Studies from Grantham
University.

Command Sergeant Major Perez’s awards and decorations include; Meritorious Service Medal
(4OLC), Army Commendation Medal (2 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (4 OLC), Army Good
Conduct Medal (3rd Award), Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (3OLC), Armed
Forces Reserve Medal with ‘M’ Device and Bronze Hourglass, National Defense Service Medal
(2nd Award), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Officers Development
Ribbon (Numeral 5), Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Army Superior Unit Award,
Basic Aviation Badge, Driver’s Badge (Wheeled), Drill Sergeant Badge, and Drill Sergeant Hall of
Fame Inductee.

Sergeant Major Perez has a daughter Justyce (25) and a son Jaiden (23).

Command Sergeant Major Santi S. Khoundet

Basic Leader Course Graduation Guest Speaker

Command Sergeant Major Santi S. Khoundet and his family became refugees
when they escaped Laos during the warfare and disruption of the Secret War
in Loas, they entered refugee camps in Thailand across the Mekong River.
His family then emigrated to the United States during the early 1980s and at
the age of 12, he became a U.S. Citizen.
December of 1994, he enlisted in the United States Army Reserve. CSM
Khoundet began his career as a Unit Supply Clerk with the 172D Medical
Logistic Battalion. Subsequently, he was assigned to the 104th Training
Division as a Supply Sergeant, and soon thereafter, became a Senior Supply
Sergeant with the 478th Personnel Services Battalion. As the Senior Supply
Sergeant, Command Sergeant Major Khoundet deployed to Iraq and Kuwait
as part of the Stay Behind Equipment Team, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2004-2005.
From 2009-2010, he deployed with the 96thSpecial Troops Battalion as the Battalion S-4 Officer/
NCOIC, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Upon his return from deployment, he was assigned as the
Company First Sergeant for HHC, 2D Medical Training Brigade. He then deployed from 2014-2015 with
the 96th Sustainment Brigade to Qatar, Kuwait, and Turkey as the Property Book Team Chief in support
Operation Inherent Resolve.
Before assuming his current duties as the Command Sergeant Major of 2D Medical Brigade, he served as
the 807th Medical Command (Deployment Support) (MC(DS) Med-Log Sergeant Major. Prior to
working as the Med-Log Sergeant Major, he was the Command Sergeant Major of the 145th
Multifunctional Medical Battalion.
CSM Khoundet's civilian education includes a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from the
University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of General Studies (BGS) with a minor in Business Management
and Criminal Justice from Columbia College. His military education includes Brigade Pre-Command
Course, Battalion Pre-Command Course, Sergeants Major Academy class (67), Master Resilience Trainer
Course, Battle Staff, Structured Self Development 5, USAR Company Team Leader Course, USARC
OPM Anti-Terrorism Officer Course, Medical Supply Course (68J), Advanced Non-Commissioned
Officer Course, Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course, and Primary Leadership Development Course.
CSM Khoundet’s awards include the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal w/2OLC, Army Commen-
dation Medal with 4 OLC’s, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal with 5
OLC’s, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal with bronze star, Iraq Campaign Medal,
Global War on Terrorism Service, Armed Forces Reserve medal with “M” Device and silver hour glass,
Non-commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon with numeral 5, Army Service Ribbon,
and Overseas Service Ribbon with numeral two, Civilian Service Commendation Medal and Civilian
Service Achievement Medal.
CSM Khoundet currently works at the 807th MC(DS) as the Human Resources Specialist. CSM
Khoundet resides in Tooele, Utah with his wife Sausha, his son Kdin and daughter Zailee. CSM Khoundet
with his wife are owners of Sweet Pickins Milk Paint, Old Fashioned Milk Paint and Santi’s Shutters

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Headquarters Cadre

Commandant CSM Perez, Deedra A.
Deputy Commandant SGM Caswell, Paul, E.
First Sergeant 1SG Franks, John W.
Chief Of Staff MSG Zuehlsdorf, Zachary A.
Human Resources NCOIC SFC Medina, Mark L.
Operations NCOIC SFC Bermudez, Juan P.
Supply NCOIC SFC Moreno, Carlo F.
Emergency NCOIC SGT Razuri, Jacquelyne

Basic Leader Course Cadre

Course Manager MSG Garcia, Fernando J.
Senior Small Group Leader SFC McRae, Rynaldo R.

Senior Small Group Leader SFC Walker,Karlee V.

Senior Small Group Leader SFC Boudreau, Michael F.

Senior Small Group Leader SFC Dallemand, Thomas.

Small Group Leaders

SFC Abrao, Gabriel A. SSG Lopez, Gabriel L.
SSG Arreola, Hector Jr. SGT Malone, Amy
SFC Berton, Ethan H. SSG Marte, Ellis A.
SSG Candelaria, Fresolinda F. SSG Morse, Nanci F.
SSG Carbiener, John A. SSG Reed-Cain, Ocyia T.
SSG Carrillo, Anthony J. SSG Rios Lopez, David

SSG Gentrup, Ashley E SSG Saelee, Meuy A.
SSG Garcilazo, Christian O. SSG Salas, Melvin A.
SSG Harris, Derrick J. SSG Squire, Heather R.
SSG Locascio, Marc G. SSG Wells, Gatlin

Basic Leader Course Class 002-23 Awardees

Distinguished Honor Graduate
SPC KEINSLEY CHRISTY R

Honor Graduate
SPC DAWSON TIMOTHY D
Commandant’s Writing Award

SPC WATTS JESSICA M
Male Iron Soldier

SGT GONZALEZ MARCO A
Female Iron Soldier

KEINSLEY CHRISTY R

Commandant’s List
SGT ANDERSON RHESA R
SGT ALDRIDGE TYLER O
SPC CABANILLAS DESTINY H
SPC GAY RYAN P
SPC HAMES JACK A
SGT KUBIAK ARYANA G
SGT MATTHEWS JORDYN N
SGT SMITH SAMMY D

Basic Leader Course Class 002-23 Graduates

SPC ALVARADOAGUAYO SGT NGUYEN TOM Q
SPC CAIRES RYAN D SGT OBRIEN JEZABEL A
SPC CHAMBERSCHRISTOPHERR SPC O'BRIEN KAISEA L
SPC CHILDS DOUGLAS W SGT OROZCO NOEL Ill
SGT CONTRERAS EDWIN J SGT PACHECO MANDY M
SGT DAVISON MATTHEW S SPC PORTILLO JORDAN E
SGT FAIR JASON N SGT PRINCE NEIMIAH N
CPL FLINN MATTHEW E SPC PRUITT MACK C
SPC GONZALES DOMINIC I SPC REYES-CERRILLO ADRIEL J
SPC GUTIERREZ DAVID SPC ROCHA ANTHONY
SGT HE DONGKE SPC SANTELLANA ISMAEL
SGT HOWARD PAUL J SGT SARMIENTO BORIS E
CPL JONES SPENCER D SPC SHARKEY ZACHARY R
SPC LADETTO REECE J SGT SIMMONS JARRED C
SPC LINTZ DANIEL E SPC SY JOHNLORD
SGT LOPEZ ALEX D SPC TAYLOR JUSTICES J
SGT MARAH ERIC K
SGT MARRS DAVID L SGT TUT BUAI P
SGT MARTINEZ ISRAEL J SPC VALLES CESAR
SPC MCCALL ANDREW S
SGT MICHALSKI ADAM T SGT VIERS KYLE R
SPC MIRANDA MANUEL A
SPC MURILLO VICTOR J SGT VITRO DARREN A

SPC WAKLEY JORDAN L
SGT YEOMANS SOLEKA B

Creed of The Noncommissioned Officer

No one is more professional than I. I am a
noncommissioned officer, a leader of Soldiers. As a
noncommissioned officer, I realize that I am a member
of a time honored corps, which is known as "The
Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the Corps of
noncommissioned officers and will at all times conduct
myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the military
service and my country regardless of the situation in
which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position
to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.
Competence is my watchword. My two basic
responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind
accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my
Soldiers. I will strive to remain technically and
tactically proficient. I am aware of my role as a
noncommissioned officer. I will fulfill my
responsibilities inherent in that role. All Soldiers are
entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that
leadership. I know my Soldiers and I will always place
their needs above my own. I will communicate
consistently with my Soldiers and never leave them
uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when
recommending both rewards and punishment.
Officers of my unit will have maximum time to
accomplish their duties; they will not have to
accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and
confidence as well as that of my Soldiers. I will be
loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and
subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking
appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not
compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will
not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that
we are professionals, noncommissioned officers,
leaders!

The Army Song

March along, sing our song, with the Army of the
free.
Count the brave, count the true, who have fought to
victory.
We’re the Army and proud of our name!
We’re the Army and proudly proclaim:
First to fight for the right,
And to build the Nation’s might,
And the Army goes rolling along.
Proud of all we have done,
Fighting till the battle’s won,
And the Army goes rolling along.
Then it’s hi! hi! hey!
The Army’s on its way.
Count off the cadence loud and strong;
For where’er we go,
You will always know
That the Army goes rolling along.

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
US ARMY NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER ACADEMY PARKS

BUILDING 340, CROMWELL AVE
DUBLIN, CA 94568

AFRC-TVA-KNGB 19 November 2022

MEMORANDUM FOR Graduating Class of BLC Class 002-23
SUBJECT: Graduation Message

1. Becoming a Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) is a tremendous
accomplishment, but achieving the level of education
commensurate with that rank truly enhances your ability to perform
as an effective leader. You are now a graduate of a very
challenging, demanding and rewarding Basic Leader Course and I
want to personally congratulate each of you on a “JOB WELL
DONE”.
2. As you move forward, a greater challenge awaits implementing
the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired throughout the Basic
Leader Course. Upholding the highest standards of the NCO Corps
and the United States Army are your responsibility at all times. As
graduates of this academy, you are well prepared for greater
responsibility. Your peers, subordinates, and superiors alike will
look to you for sound judgment, increased performance, and
exemplary leadership. Therefore, I charge each of you to practice
what you have learned here and instill into everyone you come in
contact with the zeal for professionalism and mission
accomplishment.
3. Again, I extend my personal congratulations. You may be
justifiably proud of your accomplishment. NCOs MAKE IT
HAPPEN!!

Deedra A. Perez
CSM, USA
Commandant