HHC, 62nd Medical Brigade Family Readiness Group September 2013 HHC Commander: CPT Brenda Summer I stated in July’s newsletter that this team hit the ground running and the past two months have proved to be just as busy. Our deployed mission is an enormous responsibility for every HHC Soldier. I am proud to share that even with the large volume of daily tasks, section due-outs and “adjust fire” operations, this team has managed to successfully conduct three Soldier/NCO of the month boards, with outstanding performances from our HHC Soldiers; as well as recognize two more Steadfast Soldiers for earning their “promotable” status with commendable board performances. Since the July Newsletter, HHC has reenlisted three Soldiers with another five Soldiers reenlisting in the near future. Additionally, we proudly recognize and have congratulated six Soldiers for either being promoted and/or selection for promotion. I am proud of the level of team work rendered from every HHC Soldier who continues to contribute to the success of this mission. We have earned the reputation of stellar professionals over here and I am proud to lead this team. HHC 1SG: 1SG Shaun Miles I wanted to take this moment to reflect on the many professional accomplishments of our forward Soldiers. In the short time we have been deployed it’s refreshing to be a part of the continuous growth and development of our Soldiers. Proudly we attended the reenlistment of SPC Gamboa, SGT Joachin, and SSG Taylor; and looking forward to the reenlistment of SSG Ortiz, SSG Neal, SPC Washington, SPC Breznicki and SPC Donatelli, keeping quality Soldiers in the US Army . We have witnessed the promotion and progression of two NCOSs, SSG Halona and MSG Champ. We have been involved in the process of SGT Kaneakalau and SPC Harrison obtaining their promotable status while deployed. We have selected SPC Breznicki and SPC Harrison as Soldiers of the Month; selected SGT Kaneakalau and SGT Joachin as NCOs of the Month continuing to excel in an austere environment. Upon returning from deployment SGT Joachin, SSG Neal, and SSG McPhee will be attending Non-Commissioned Officer Education System (NCOES) schools , continued their growth as leaders. We have also received notification that MAJ Arroyoortiz, CW3 Furr, 1LT Blau, and MSG Nettles have been board selected for promotion. HHC Soldiers who completed the 9-11 Patriot’s Run 62nd MED BDE - Spotlight Soldier SPC Amanda Donatelli As SPC Amanda Donatelli prepared for her upcoming deployment, she anticipated working in the S4 shop, the obvious course of action given her functional MOS, 61J, medical logistics specialist. Little did she know she’d be plucked out of the comforts of her med log realm, and tasked to work in the S1 shop, working, tracking, and managing NCOERs for an entire Task Force; something SPC Donatelli had never done before. And, if that didn’t create enough turbulence, she was notified she also be working as the only enlisted member of the Task Force Public Affairs Team as a writer (which is why her name sounds so familiar to you!). SPC Donatelli, a North Carolina native graduated from Wingate University, earning her undergraduate degree in Psychology. She went on to further her education, and received a Masters degree in Anthropology from University of N.C. Ashville. SPC Donatelli enlisted in the Army in 2010 and attended the DoD Joint Service EOD Training program at Redstone Arsenal, where she received her first MOS, 89D, explosive ordnance disposal specialist. In order to pursue her dream of becoming a Commissioned Officer, SPC Donatelli left the EOD world and reclassed to a 61J, where she attended AIT at Fort Sam Houston. SPC Donatelli’s first assignment was with the 115 th CSH out of Fort Polk, LA, where she competed for and earned the coveted Expert Field Medical Badge. SPC Donatelli PCS’d in July 2012 to Joint Base Lewis- McChord, Washington where she was assigned to the 62 nd Medical Brigade. Currently, SPC Donatelli is working towards completing her Officer Candidate School packet for selection. During this deployment, SPC Donatelli has proven herself Officer worthy, as her work ethic and actions already reflect that of an Officer. The members of the 62 nd Medical Brigade are honored to serve with her and the Officer Corps will gain a fantastic Soldier! Thank you for everything you do SPC Donatelli, your efforts do not go unnoticed!! Happy Birthday to ALL our September Babies! FWD- SPC Washington– 4 September FWD– LTC Deatherage– 6 September Rear- SGM Seitz– 6 September FWD- CPT Rangitsch– 12 September Rear- CPT Reynolds– 14 September FWD- SSG Halona– 18 September FWD- SFC Thomas– 19 September FWD- WO1 Metheny– 22 September FWD- COL Stout– 27 September