ATSCOM/TAOG Newsletter (August 2011)

1. Volume 2, Issue 8 August 2011
ATSCOM/164TH TAOG
FREEDOM/GUARDIAN
COL James Macklin, Brigade Commander
Teacher’s Tips For The Best School Year
Summer break has come to an end and the beginning of a
new school year signifies a time of transition. To help you
prepare, here are some tips to help ensure your child has a
August 15-16 successful school year.
AFTB Level 1, Bldg 5700,
RM 371F, 0830-1430
Don’t be a stranger at school. It’s very important for parents and
August 17 guardians to show an interest in their child’s schooling by attending events such as
Fort Rucker ACS Job back-to-school night, open house, and other events which will allow parents to
Fair, Enterprise Civic come into contact with teachers. This is a great way to find out what your child is
Center, 1000-1400
studying in class and hold them accountable for their homework or assignments.
August 18
Get R.E.A.L. (Rucker Keep the lines of communication open. Parent should ask their children
Experience, Army specific questions about their school day (i.e. What did you learn in math today? Or
Learning, The Commons, what did you play at recess today?) The objective is to find out what projects they
0830-1430
are working on so you can assist. Keeping the lines of communication open with
August 19 teachers and to look for updates and notes sent home from school is highly
Newcomers Welcome encouraged. This will help you identify problems that your child my be having and
Briefing, The Landing, give you an avenue to seek resources, tutors, or other assistance.
0830-1030
August 19 End homework struggles. Having a routine works best when it comes to
Music Under the children completing homework. Try ensuring that your child complete their
Alabama Stars Concert, homework immediately after school. Supervise your child’s homework without
Howze Field, 1830-2000 doing it for them will also ensure that your child completes his homework and will
also identify problem areas. When parents sit down with children and complete
August 23 & 30
Anger Management homework together, it teaches children good study habits. Some parents like using
Workshop, ECAC, reward charts and offering prizes for completing and turning in all of the
0900-1130 assignments in a given week or month.
August 26 Become involved. Consider giving your child’s classroom the gift of time,
Women’s Equality Day,
Bldg 5700, Atrium, those much needed school supplies, or join the school’s Parent Teacher
1000-1400 Association. Ask your child’s teacher if they need help with any project or field
trip. If you have a demanding work schedule, ask if there are any items that you
School in Session! can donate to the classroom or if there are volunteer projects that you can do at
home that could help your child’s class.
If you have questions or suggestions concerning this newsletter, please don’t hesitate to contact Marie
Stallworth, FRSA for 164th TAOG, Bldg. 30501, Cairns Army Airfield, Fort Rucker, AL 36362. Telephone:
334-255-8919 or Email: marie.a.stallworth@us.army.mil

2. HHC 164TH TAOG
Hello Warhawk Families,
In case you missed out on the HHC FRG meeting/social,
the following is a brief overview of what took place:
The event began with an informative discussion lead by
myself on the preparations that are underway regarding
integration of the 597th and HHC FRGs. The command
is working hard to ensure that the transition goes as
smoothly as possible. It is our hopes that the Soldiers and
Families of 597th will feel well received and are willing and ready to work together as
one united group.
Also, ideas concerning fundraisers and upcoming social activities were discussed. The
floor was open to any ideas, and we are will be more than happy to hear from any of
you concerning how we can raise money to support our Soldiers and Families as well
as how we can socialize together in a fun activity or social event. For example, the
theme of the August FRG meeting was a cookie swap. We had a few to participate in
this event and it consisted of baking your favorite recipe and sharing the delicious
goods and recipe with the rest of the group. Special thanks to Mrs. Blevins and Mrs.
Dickerson for their magnificent cookies.
Finally, I would like to just take a moment to thank all those who came out for the
very first time. It meant a great deal to me and the rest of the FRG, and I highly
encourage your continued participation. You are what make FRGs meaningful and
your thoughts, time, and ideas are greatly appreciated. To my Soldiers and families
who aren’t active participates, please support your FRG in anyway you can. It is a
great source of accurate information and resources, full of fun and interesting activities,
and a great way to build friendships and camaraderie with your Soldier’s organization.
If I can be of assistance to you or your family, please let me know.
~War Hawks!
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3. 597TH ORDNANCE COMPANY
Families of the 597th,
I hope that this finds you all doing well and not melting
from the heat. Rebecca and I look forward to seeing you
all in August for our FRG meeting. This month we will
be having a back to school cook out. We are looking at
several different locations. I will be sending out more
information as the date gets closer. This month has been
a busy one for the “Fast and Furious” Company. I want
you all to be aware of what will be taking place in the next 90 days. 597th Ordnance
Company will re-flag as the 597th Ordnance Detachment. We are beginning to discuss
with our leadership about how we work our FRG. My promise to you as that no
matter how the 597th’s FRG is managed you will not be left behind. The incoming
detachment Commander, CW3 Steve Hess knows the importance of the FRG and I
fully expect him to take care of the Soldiers of Families of this great organization.
I invite you all to take a look at the Fort Rucker MWR website to see what is available
to Soldiers and their Families. With school quickly approaching, I know that many of
you will be taking end of summer vacations. Please take the time to take a good look
at your vehicles. We do our best to ensure that your Soldier’s vehicle is well kept, but
I encourage you to ensure that your vehicles are in good working order prior to
departing on your vacation.
As the unit makes its transition to a detachment, my goal is to make it transparent to
you. If there is anything that Rebecca or I can do for you, please do not hesitate to call
or e-mail us. We are here for you.
“Fast and Furious”
~Maintainer 6
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4. CHAPLAIN
Hello 164th TAOG Family!
“The Benefits of Faith and Faithfulness”
Several years ago while on an unaccompanied
assignment in the Republic of Korea, I had just returned to
Fort Sill, Oklahoma on leave, and two days later I received
a call from my brother. He informed me that our mother
was critically ill and that I needed to hurry home. The
entire Family loaded up in the car and started our travel
back south. Upon our arrival at the hospital, a nurse met
us in the hallway, and shared the news that my mother
passed away a few hours ago. After the funeral, I had to
prepare myself for a long 14 hour flight back to Korea. The only thing that kept me while
separated from my Family was my faith in God and remaining faithful to Him.
Adversity can knock at our door anytime, and most of the time it comes when we
least expect it to happen. In Psalm 125:1, 5 the Psalmist captures what is believed to have
occurred to Nehemiah after captivity. He encountered all sorts of difficulty in his attempt
to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. In spite of all the challenges, he held on to his trust in
God and continued to be faithful in building the wall.
Furthermore, to keep moving under adversity requires faith in God. In verse 1, the
Psalmist declares, “Those who trust in the Lord is like Mount Zion which cannot be
shaken but endures forever.” Basically, when we place our faith in God we are like
Mount Zion, built on a rock. When the wind of hardship blows your way, you will be
able to stand by faith.
Finally, verse 5 reveals that faith will keep you hoping. In essence, when you feel
and see no relief insight, faith in God will allow you to wait and hold on until victory
comes. Regardless, of the attacks launched at you by others, the Creator is faithful in the
present and in the future. Therefore, keep your faith in God and remain faithful to Him
even in adverse situations. Then you will witness the benefits that God will bring to you.
Be Encouraged!
164th TAOG UMT
CH (MAJ) A. Gerald DuBose SSG Daniel Farrington
Office: 255-8968 255-8692
Cell: (334) 470-6436 (334) 379-3160
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5. FAMILY READINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT, FRSA
Greetings Families of Deployed Soldiers,
HEARTS APART BRIEFING
For those of you who are separated from your loved ones due to deployment, unaccompanied
tours, or extended TDY, the Hearts Apart Program is available to you. Briefings about the
program are every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. by appointment only.
For more information about the program or to schedule an appointment, please contact Ruth
Gonzalez, Relocation Readiness Program Manager, at 255-3735.
- Marie Stallworth, Family Readiness Support Assistant (FRSA), (334) 255-8919-
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6. 164TH TAOG FAMILY READINESS GROUPS (FRG)
597TH ORDNANCE COMPANY FRG
Friends and Families of the 597th,
Wow! August is here and things are really heating up! The Back-to-School weeks are upon us
and we are wishing all of our wonderful children a wonderful start to the 2011/2012 school year.
Our next meeting will be a Back-to-School BBQ on August 16, 2011….Location TBD. Look for
more information in the coming weeks! I hope to see each and every one of you there!
A big CONGRATULATIONS to Julia and Chris Lunsford on their marriage this past month!
Please join me in giving Julia a warm welcome into the 597th family.
As always, feel free to contact me if we can help in any way! See you all very soon!
Respectfully,
Rebecca DeLoach
HHC 164TH TAOG FRG
Hello War Hawk Families! Just wanted to share these upcoming events!
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7. 13 September—6 December 2011
Every Tuesday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the New Wings
Chapel. To register call Beth Gunter, 334-255-9639.
NEED HELP WITH SCHOOL!
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10. Congratulations SPC & Mrs. Hubbard!!!!
The Hubbard’s have a new addition to the family.
Joshua was born on 10 August 2011.
He is 6 lbs and 18 in. and the family is doing well.
“A child is the greatest joy, the ultimate blessing.” ~ Emily Laughton
August 13
Boss Presents Committed, 6-8 p.m.,
Post Theater, call 255-9810
August 15-16
AFTB Level I, 8:30-2:30, Bldg 5700,
Rm 371F, call 255-2382
August 16, 18, 23, 25
Resilience Training, 5-8 p.m., Bldg
8950, call 255-3643.
August 17
Job Fair, 10-2 p.m., Enterprise Civic
Center, call 255-3949
August 18
Get R.E.A.L. (Rucker Experience,
Army Learning) AFTB Concept
Block, 8:30-2:30, Bldg 8950, call 255
-2382
August 19
Newcomers’ Welcome, 8:30-10:30,
The Landing, call 255-3735
August 20
Baby Sitting Course, 8-4, Bowden
Terrace, call 255-2958.
August 23, 30
Anger Management Workshop, 9-
11:30, Early Childhood Activity
Center, call 255-3839
August 30
TSP Workshop, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Fort
Rucker Bowden Community Center,
call 255-2594 New Guide to Fort Rucker Entertainment and Events.
Located at www.ftruckermwr.com. CHECK IT OUT!