U.S. Air Force Airman Oliver Verba graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, 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 also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Verba is the son of Divina Polidario and Russ Schrerr of Cape Coral.

He is a 2018 graduate of Port Charlotte High School, Port Charlotte.