Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Raeanne E. Mercier graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Mercier earned distinction as an honor graduate. She is the daughter of Heather Daponde of Granville Road, Westfield, and Shannon Mercier of Old Reed Road, Monson. She is a 2011 graduate Westfield High School.
