HOMESCHOOLING OPTIONS
K12 award winning curriculum | 12/07/2009

Since the H1N1 Virus first emerged this past spring, government and civilian agencies across the world have taken steps to prevent spread of the illness. Schools have been closed, travel restrictions have been implemented and, most recently, vaccination clinics have been set up to provide mass immunization services.

The H1N1 outbreak has also made it clear to agencies that they must have mobile facilities available, from medical surge facilities to points of distribution, if they hope to control future disasters. For some civilian responders this has meant turning to the same soft-walled shelter technology that has long been used by American soldiers.

TRAVEL USA
| 02/19/2010

Horseback riding, fishing, relaxing, sunrise, horseshoes, volleyball, swinging in the oak trees, reading a good book, sunset — this is Newell Lodge.

TRAVEL USA
| 02/19/2010

From its fresh water lakes, creeks and rivers to its forested interior, Clay County has maintained much of its natural beauty over the past one 150 years, offering a relaxing alternative for both residents and travelers wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life.

TRAVEL USA
| 12/07/2009

Ocean City, Maryland welcomes you to an island renowned for its 10 miles of white-sand beaches, world-famous Boardwalk, spectacular championship golf courses, wonderful accommodations, superb dining, boating, bay and deep-sea fishing, nature tours, water sports, art galleries, museums, and antique and outlet shopping.

GSA/DOD
Lorraine Murphy | 02/19/2010

Humanitarian assistance exercises have long been a key component of the efforts of U.S. military forces stationed around the world – offering aid to impoverished areas and allowing troops to practice the execution of various types of operations.  

 One example of this can be seen in United States Southern Command’s (SOUTHCOM) area of responsibility, where personnel have been conducting medical readiness training exercises, also known as MEDRETEs, for nearly 20 years.

Part of SOUTHCOM’s efforts to promote security and stability across the Americas, MEDRETEs, which are regularly held across Central America and the Caribbean, have proven imperative to enhancing U.S. relations throughout the region while providing military medical personnel with the skills they’ll need during a real-life mission.

TRAVEL USA
| 12/07/2009

Just outside Charleston, SC, Berkeley County, offers visitors a 12,000 year old education. Take a moment to read about all the exciting adventures that await you with a visit to Berkeley County.

Groups and families especially enjoy the year-round gorgeous weather in Berkeley County. Visitors are able to enjoy the attractions, events, water sports and local culture of this emerging area all 12 months of the year.

in briefs…
| 02/19/2010

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Jan. 6, 2009) — Secretary of the Army John McHugh gave Pentagon staffers a “preliminary report” today after his first three months in office, asking them to continue supporting Soldier and Family programs, focus more on Congressional outreach and continue acquisition reform.

The Griffon
Larry M. Cruz | 02/19/2010

I hope you and your families had a blessed Christmas and Happy New Year.  We are looking at firming up the location of our annual Full-Time Staff (FTS) Conference. We will announce the location of the conference soon. It will be a great opportunity for us to do some FTS networking and team building among our three divisions and brigade FTS while simultaneously providing our new commanding general with a warm FTS welcome. 

We will push attendees as far down as fiscally possibly but will certainly include all division and brigade FTS, at a minimum.  As we get closer to the event, we will distribute a formal email and operation order detailing the specifics.  I can not tell you how much I appreciate the hard work you all put in day in and day out in support of our Soldiers, families and the command group.

Griffon
Story and Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Marty A. Collins | 12/07/2009

The 108th Training Command (IET) headquarters company supply section was named runner-up in the 2009 Unit Level I (TDA) United States Army Supply Excellence Award, Army Reserve category in April. Sgt. 1st Class Dana Lyon, 108th Tng. Cmd. headquarters company supply non-commissioned officer in charge, was presented with the award by Deputy Chief of Staff, G4, Lt. Gen. Mitchell Stevenson, in a ceremony held in June at Alexandria, Va.

The competition and award process begins with an Army command nominating one or more of its units based on the unit’s published guidelines and regulations. From there, evaluators from the U.S. Army Transportation, Ordnance and Quartermaster Centers and Schools, augmented by Army National Guard and Army Reserve Soldiers, travel worldwide conducting on-site evaluations of the nominated units.

The Griffon
| 02/19/2010

As the 108th Training Command (IET) continues to grow, it will be difficult for the Public Affairs Staff to visit each brigade, battalion and company to cover news events. Public Affairs is the responsibility of commanders and Soldiers alike. The PAO is kicking off the Unit Public Affairs Program (UPAR), which will allow any Soldier to be the additional eyes and ears for your unit and the PAO. By volunteering you will assume the duties of UPAR as an additional duty.  The Public Affairs Office will hold training sessions and workshops during battle assembly (BA) to meet, train, and certify you as an UPAR.

Do you enjoy taking pictures? You can be the historian for your unit. As a Unit Public Affairs Representative (UPAR) you will take pictures of newsworthy events and submit them along with stories to the 108th Training Command PAO for review and possible submission in the 108th Training Command publication, “The Griffon” and 108th Training Command Website.