Calonje, Rivera graduate from basic military training

U.S. Air Force Airman Christina E. Calonje recently completed US Air Force training. [Special to the News Bulletin]

CRESTVIEW — Airman Christina E. Calonje and Airman Chad A. Rivera graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airmen completed eight weeks' training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Basic training graduates earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Calonje earned distinction as an honor graduate. She is the daughter of Jenny Calonje of Fayetteville, N.C., and Segundo Calonje of Crestview. The airman graduated in 2013 from Crestview High School, Crestview.

Rivera is the son of Dora and Warren Arriola of Crestview, and the brother of Daejah, Matua and Napu Rivera. The airman graduated in 2014 from Guam High School, Hagatna, Guam.

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