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November 18th minutes at
The November meeting of the
West Point Parents Club of St. Louis was called to order by President Patrick
Flachs at 11:50 a.m. The meeting opened
with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mary Ann
Wiley offered a prayer for cadets, soldiers and family members worldwide.
1. A general welcome was given by Patrick Flachs with an
introduction of the Officers in attendance: President: Patrick Flachs, Vice
President: Frank Janoski (absent), Treasurer: Karen Hilkenkamp, Secretary: Mary
Ann Wiley, Special Projects: Susan Smith
2. A break was given so all in attendance could enjoy
brunch. This gave everyone an
opportunity to talk and share updates about their Cadets and Graduates.
3. Membership renewals and contacts were discussed. Karen Hilkenkamp will head-up calls to
members regarding membership and dues. The current number of families in the
club is 109.
4. Patrick Flachs discussed the coordination of plans for
Graduation Week 2008. He gave
information regarding the rental of a tent and caterers. Please call or email
Pat if you are interested in this information. Patrick.Flachs@husch.com or
314-480-1524.
5. February 10th Meeting at Scott Air Base was mentioned
with Mr. Russ Ellis volunteering to sponsor us at the Base. Mary Ann Wiley and
Russ will work out the details for the meeting.
6. Mary Larson gave an update on the All Academies Ball,
which will be held on December 29th at the
7. Class of 2011 parents were asked for a critique of
R-Day, A-Day and PPW. If you have any
feedback for the June meeting or other events please send an email to Patrick
with your input. We are always looking for ways to help the parents,
grandparents and family members of the club.
8. A discussion took place regarding reorganization of the
STL WPPC (see below).
9. The meeting was adjourned.
WPPC Reorganization
A proposal was given out in a
hard copy form to everyone at the meeting. A motion was made and seconded for
the WPPC Reorganization. Patrick then gave a detailed explanation regarding the
changes. As we have grown, there are
many needed hands to help in the various activities of the club. Recommendations regarding structure were made
by members of the executive board, current and past officers, and other members
of the WPPC. These were assembled and
brought to the meeting. A vote was taken and passed for the new Club Officer
Positions and responsibilities. At the February meeting, which is our by-laws
meeting, a complete reorganization will be addressed. Positions are as follows:
President , President Elect, Vice President, Corresponding Secretary, Recording
Secretary, Treasurer, Membership Committee, Activities Committee, Fundraising
Committee, Webmaster, Club Historian
February 10 Meeting
The next meeting is at Scott
Air Force Base on February 10, 2008 at 11:00 am. You must send in your reservations
to Karen Hilkenkamp for this meeting. We are required to send you a base pass
in order to get in!
Class of 2008 Branches
Congratulations
to our St Louis Area cadets for their branch selections:
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Aroyn Borries |
Infantry |
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Jeff Nichols |
Engineers |
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Sean Flachs |
Engineers |
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Pamela Rusinko |
Engineers |
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Rahul Harpalani |
Infantry |
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Tom Russell |
Armor. |
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John Hughes |
Infantry |
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Gregory Walker |
Infantry |
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Rachel Larson |
Quarter Master |
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Clint Wing |
Military Intelligence |
Brag News
George McCullough ’00 was
selected to be world wide Engine Military Sales Manager for
International-Navistar in
Cpt Steve Hemmann ’03 is XO
for Company B of the 1/15 Infantry Regiment at
Cpt Adrian Zdazinsky ’03 is
with the 11th Armored Calvary Regiment at Ft. Irwin NTC in
Cpt Robert McCullough ’04 is
assistant S3 with the 3-7 Field Artillery Battalion, 25th Infantry Division and
recently returned from
1LT Thomas Cai ’06 was
recently promoted and is working on his Masters in Economics at the
1LT Michael Collins ’06 was
recently promoted; is with the 3-73 Cav Squadron, 82nd Airborne in
1LT Tirzah Eskew ’06 was
recently promoted; will complete
1LT Charles Felker ’06 was
recently promoted and is member of C Company, 2-508 Parachute Infantry Regiment
(PIR), 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Charles is the son of Steve and
Susan Felker.
1LT Nicholas Fulmer ’06 was
recently promoted. Nicholas is the son of Jane Fulmer.
1LT Michael Miller ’06 was
recently promoted; is stationed at
1LT Sarath Rednam ’06 was
recently promoted, is stationed at
1LT Joseph Sanfilippo ’06 was
recently promoted and is Fire Direction Officer for the 4-319 Airborne Field
Artillery Regiment, (AFAR) 173d Airborne Brigade Combat Team at FOB Kalagush in
2LT Robert Vietor ’06 is
attending
2LT Adam Hilkenkamp ’07 has
transferred from Field Artillery to Military Police for his branch and will be
stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood in January. Adam is the son of Karen Hilkenkamp.
Aroyn Borries’08 is runner
& coach for the
Rahul Harpalani ’08 earned
the coveted Engineers’ Sapper tab this summer. Rahul is the son of Saty and Mona
Harpalani.
John Hughes ’08 in his 5th
year of active duty will switch to Signal Corp. John is the son of Mike and
Kathy Hughes.
Rachel Larson ’08 received
the Academic Distinguished Cadet Award.
Rachel is the daughter of Nathan and Mary Larson.
Pamela Rusinko ’08 is a
member of the Army Crew Team. Pamela is the daughter of Paul and Emma Mae
Rusinko.
Tom Russell ’08 was named
CSFL 1st Team Defensive End, leading the Patriot League in Tackles for Losses,
QB sacks, Fumble Recoveries, and Blocked Kicks.
Tom is the son of Wes and Barbara Russell.
Clint Wing ’08 will learn
Tanker Platoon leader skills at Ft. Knox OBC after graduation. Clint is the son
of Steve and Becky Wing.
Spencer Hampton ’10 is a
member of the Varsity Lacrosse team.
Spencer is the son of Stephanie Hampton.
Ben Little ’10 earned the
Superintendent’s Award for Excellence, the Distinguished Cadet Award and made
the Dean’s List. Ben is the son of
Thomas and Linda Little.
Robby Mandel ’10 had a great
time playing on the Sprint Football team; is working hard academically and has
a great group of friends. Robby is the son of Alan and Annette Mandel.
Tim Thomas ’10 declared a
major in Middle Eastern Studies. Tim is the son of Jim and Paula Thomas.
Joshua Wiley ‘10 is a member
of the Orienteering team member and is now involved with racket ball. Joshua is
the son of Rich and Mary Ann Wiley.
Kingsley Ehie ’11 is doing
well in the
Stephen Ellis ’11 is a member
of the West Point Boxing team. Stephen
is the son of Russ and Melody Ellis.
Timothy Guilliams ’11 was
nominated for Cadet of the Quarter; his Company (A-2) finished first in Beast
and was awarded an extra pass. Timothy
is the son of Joe and Rhonda Guilliams.
Curtis Hoffman ’11 is a
member of the Trap Team. Curtis is the son of Randy and Patty Hoffman.
Chelsea Hunkler ’11 is a
member of the Racquetball Team and has played in tournaments at
Colin Smith ’11 is a member
of the JV Lacrosse. Colin is the son of
Sean and Susan Smith.
Alan Spadone ’11 recently
attended a Philosophy conference at