Instructor (BCT3, ALC)
Achievement 1: SSG Avent excelled as A Co, 232nd MED BN Operations NCO from February 7, 2020, to June 10, 2021. Under his leadership, the OPS department processed 1,500 personnel and 30 legal actions with 100% accuracy during the Coronavirus epidemic. He supported TRADOC's people-first initiative, leading discussion groups with 700 trainees on extremism, racism, and mental health awareness. He established a command inspection protocol adopted for the battalion and was formally recognized by the 232nd CSM for enhancing BN staff processes.
Achievement 2: SSG Avent displayed exceptional leadership as he outshined 180 peers to instruct BCT3 from June 11, 2021, to March 6, 2023. Overseeing 32 rigorous pre-deployment missions and mentoring 5,000 Medics showcased his medical prowess. Recognized as Instructor of the Cycle 12 times, his technical acumen impressed the brigade commander. SSG Avent's innovative training program slashed preparation time by 50% and certified 12 instructors, boosting student capacity significantly. His impact on readiness and training efficiency was unparalleled, setting a gold standard for instructional excellence.
Achievement 3: SSG Avent was chosen above his peers to instruct at the Advanced Leader Course (ALC) from March 7, 2023, to July 9, 2024. He modernized the damage control resuscitation and autologous whole blood POI, certifying 624 Army leaders on complex medical procedures for near-peer and large-scale combat operations, achieving a 99% pass rate over 12 cycles. His medical knowledge and intellect allowed him to critically update course curricula across a multitude of programs within the 32d Med BDE (ALC, BCT3, CMSTP) during his tenure.
Achievement 4: SSG Avent conducted EO briefings for 2,000 soldiers across 32d MED BDE and US Army South. He coordinated MEDCoE's Pride Month observance at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, promoting the Army's EO initiative. As MFT, SSG Avent organized 20 ACFT events for soldiers in 14 programs within the 32d Medical Brigade, as well as troops from BAMC and Army South. He taught TCCC to 1,200 BOLC students and Army recruits, educating Army leaders and future soldiers on battlefield wound management, while aiding the Army's recruiting efforts.
Cable Systems Instructor and Writer
Meritorious service while serving as Cable Systems Installer (25L) and Writer, High Tech Regional Training Site-Sacramento (HTRTS-S), California. During this period, Sergeant First Class (SFC) Castor served with distinction and honor and demonstrated tremendous commitment to his duties. SFC Castor facilitated 20 classes totaling 3,600 hours, resulting in a remarkable one hundred percent student pass rate and the successful retraining of 278 soldiers. In addition, he coordinated and supervised team member activities during the construction, installation, and recovery of cable and wire communications systems and auxiliary equipment valued at more than three million dollars. Sergeant First Class Castor's extraordinary efforts during this period reflect great credit upon himself, the High Tech Regional Training Site-Sacramento and the United States Army.
Instructor, Civil and Mechanical Engineering
Meritorious service while serving as Instructor, Department of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, United States Military Academy. During this period, SFC Johnson exhibited initiative in learning six new types of concrete testing equipment. In addition, he developed a new organizational equipment layout for the concrete and structural laboratory, and department calendar to facilitate cadet-lead capstone teams to utilizing lab equipment in a more efficient manner. Moreover, he instituted new policies to utilize the first-in, first-out method for concrete mixing material, preventing the loss of over 3,000 dollars in inventory annually. Finally, he sacrificed 40 hours of his personal time over three weeks to complete catacomb clean out in Mahan Hall, resulting in over 3,000 pounds of material being cleaned out. SFC Johnson's actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Military Academy and the United States Army.
