11 may frsa flash
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FRSA FLASH Friday, May 11, 2012
Army Youth Network Survey 2
Employment Readiness Informa- 7
Coming Attractions 8
What’s Playing at the post thea- 9
May Event Flyers 10
Inside this issue:
Contents of this newsletter are compiled from multiple Military Family news sources. Material presented does not represent
the views or endorsement of the 10th CAB or the Army. This material is for personal use of the readers. All readers are en-
couraged to do further research for all applicable restrictions and guidelines.
Headquarters , Headquarters Co .
10th Combat Aviat ion Br igade
RENEGADES
Points of Contact
Company Commander
CPT McLean
Company 1SG
SFC Smith
Company FRG Leader
RaeAnn McLean
BDE FRSA
Jackie Sharpe
O/315-774-1104
C/315-778-6107
Questions call our FRG Leader RaeAnn McLean
Let’s get together to catch up with
Renegade Friends & meet all of our new additions to the
team!
Soda Provided
Parent Supervised Playroom Available
Date: Thursday, May 17th
Start Time: 5:30PM
Location:
Adirondack Creek Community Center
9797 Constitution Blvd, Fort Drum
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This Week in History, May
May 11, 1934 - Dust storm sweeps from Great Plains across Eastern states
May 12, 1957 - Race car driver A.J. Foyt gets first pro victory
May 13, 1846 - President Polk declares war on Mexico
May 14, 1804 - Lewis and Clark depart
May 15, 1937 - Madeleine Albright is born
May 16, 1929 - First Academy Awards ceremony
May 17, 1954 - Brown v. Board of Ed is decided
During fiscal year 2011, Fort Drum garrison received revenue for more than 2,700 tons of recyclable materials. Although
Fort Drum raked in about $952,000 during that time, recyclable materials still ended up in the trash, costing Fort Drum
more than $340,000 in FY 11.
Public Works' Environmental Division team recognizes there is a lot the Fort Drum community can do to help clean up post
and get recyclables where they belong, which is out of the trash and into proper receptacles.
That is why they will host a postwide cleanup day from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 17 in the cantonment area and airfield, includ-
ing barracks, buildings and motor pools. Soldiers, Families and civilians are encouraged to help out by picking up litter
around their facilities, turning in old / unused chemical cleaners, turning in unused electronic equipment, and recycling
old manuals or binders full of reports and other obsolete data. This cleanup day is designed to not only help the environ-
ment, but it also provides a platform to educate Fort Drum personnel on the post's recycling program, and proper turn-in
procedures for recyclables, e-waste and hazardous waste. Only litter collected from the Fort Drum cantonment area and
airfield will be accepted. Off-post generated waste will not be accepted. Those helping with the cleanup are asked to stay
out of all construction sites and areas designated “off limits by order of the commander." Because Fort Drum has more
than 500 historic sites, participants also should beware of historic foundations and wells. Removing flagging / tags /
signs from trees or stakes is not permitted. Also, avoid personnel should touching any ordnance if found during the
cleanup, and call 772-7153 to report it. According to an executive order, by the end of fiscal year 2015, Fort Drum must
divert at least 50 percent of construction and demolition solid waste and 50 percent of nonconstruction and demolition
solid waste from landfills.
Nonconstruction and demolition solid waste includes expended brass, cardboard, electronics, mixed metal and paper,
newspaper, pallets, plastics, glass and motor oil. To help Fort Drum meet – and exceed – this goal, officials ask individu-
als to come out May 17 and help keep post beautiful for everyone to enjoy.
Fort Drum will host spring cleanup day
(Fort Drum Public Affairs Office)
Fort Drum officials remind residents to ensure they are in accordance with Fort Drum regulations and New York
state laws when it comes to registering weapons. It is a misdemeanor for any person to carry or possess a
handgun in the state of New York unless he or she has a valid New York pistol permit. If you are prosecuted for
possessing a pistol in New York without a state pistol permit, you could be subject to a maximum of either 6-25
years imprisonment, $30,000 in fines, or a combination of both. If you own a handgun and do not have a New
York state pistol permit, you should immediately bring it to the Military Police Station to register the weapon
and have it stored in the Fort Drum Directorate of Emergency Ser-vices arms room until arrangements can be
made to store them in your unit arms room. If you live on post, all weapons in your residence must be regis-
tered with DES, in accordance with Fort Drum Regulation 190-6. Weapons include BB guns, paintball guns,
bows, airsoft guns and all firearms. All privately owned weapons crossing onto post must be registered at the
Fort Drum DES. For more information, contact or stop by the Directorate of Emergency Services, Law Enforce-
ment Division, Military Police Operations, 10715 Mt. Belvedere Blvd, Fort Drum, at 772-2992.
Fort Drum Directorate of Emergency Services
Comply with Fort Drum, New York state regulations on weapons
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Moving Your Kids during PCS Season
Moving to a new area can be hard on you, but it can be especially hard on a child. Below are some helpful tips
to help make your child’s transition from one school to another easier;
If you are moving out of a current location: (at the end of the school year)
Communicate with your child’s school is critical.
Out-process with school at least 2 weeks prior
Students will receive grades up to last day
If PCS’ing obtain SLS (School Liaison Services) information on new duty station
Departure prior to school year completion:
Report card is not issues
Schools provide a report showing grade status and may suggest if student should be repeat grade over
Grade promotion is determined by receiving school
Hand carry the following information for your child:
School report card
IEP
Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Custody agreement
Achievements and certificates
Volunteering record
Any information that is above and beyond normal school activities (i.e. clubs, sports, extracurricular events)
Immunization record
School Liaison Officers:
Michele Carlton, 772-3214
Terri Spencer, 772-1311
Information on Child Youth and School Service Summer Programs
Available Now
Go to: http://www.drummwr.com/CYSSSummerPrograms.html
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Ft. Drum Employment Readiness Program upcoming Events and Workshops
All classes will be located at the ACS building. Please RSVP
Tim Creamer will be your main POC he can be reached at 772-1090 and [email protected],
because we will be short staffed we are encouraging customers to attend Employment 101 before schedul-
ing a one on one appointment. -- thank you for your understanding!
Upcoming Events and Workshops RSVP REQUIRED:
Resume Writing Computer Lab - 14 May - 9:30-10:30 - ACS
Finding a Job Using Social Networking - 16 May- 9:30-11:30 - ACS
Federal Employment Workshop - 24 May - 9:30-11:30 - ACS
Computer Basics for Job Seekers - Intro to PowerPoint - 30 May - 9:30-11:30
Employment 101 - 30 May - 9:30-11:30 - ACS
Computer Basics for Job Seekers - Basic Excel - 4 June - 1:00-3:00
Employment 101 - 7 June - 9:30-11:30 - ACS
Build Your Own Business - 13 June - 9:30-11:20
Resume Writing Computer Lab - 11 June - 9:30-10:30 - ACS
Coming Attractions
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5/12 USO Big Bash, 1900-2300 @ Elks Lodge, Water town
5/13 Mother’s Day Brunch, 1100 & 1330 @ The Commons
5/14 Home-Buyers Class, 0930-1130 @ ACS
5/14 FRG Leader Training, 0900-1300 @ ACS
5/14 Informal Fund Training, 1400 & 1700 @ ACS
5/15 School Board Elections
5/16 Finding a Job using Social Networking, 0930- 1130 @ ACS
5/17 Volunteer of the Month Ceremony, 1030-1130 @ The Commons
5/17 & 18 Stronger Families Oxygen Seminar, 0900-1500 @ USO
5/17-20 Case Lot Sale, All Week @ The Commissary
5/18 FDNY Special Olympics, 0900-1400 @ ACS
5/18 Division Retirement Ceremony, 1600-1700 @ MPA
5/18 Right Arm Night , 1700 @ The Commons
5/19 Armed Forces Day Parade, 1000 in Watertown
5/21 ACS Resilience Training, 0930-1430 @ ACS
5/22-23 AFTB Level II Training, 0900-1600 @ ACS
5/22 Welcome Tour, 0930-1400 @ ACS
5/23 Asian-Pacific American Heritage Observance 1130-1300 @ Commons
5/24 SAFETY DAY/DIVISION RUN, 0700 Hays Hall/Fort Drum
5/24 Safety Day Fair, 0900-1500 @ Magrath Gym
5/25-28 DIVISION DONSA/MEMORIAL DAY HOLI- DAY
5/29 Army Soldier Show, 1800 @ Magrath Gym
5/30 Mountain Remembrance Ceremony, 1630-1700 @ Main Post Chapel
5/31 American Red Cross Blood Drive, 0900-1700 @ USO
Need Help?
Call or visit Military OneSource to
find information about taxes, par-
enting, deployments, finances,
taxes, counseling, PCS moves &
more
http://www.drummwr.com/
ClassesandEvents_files/May%202012%
20Preview_FMWR_Preview.pdf
Save the Dates! Fort Drum’s Special Events:
US Army Soldier Show – World-class performances by the US Army’s most talented Soldiers. This evening performance at Ma-
grath Sports Complex Gymnasium will be given at 6 pm on May 29.
Riverfest – Enjoy a day on the Saint Lawrence River in the village of Alexandria Bay including a boat tour of the Thousand Is-
lands, visit to Heart Island and Boldt Castle, Lunch, children’s amusements and fun on June 21with tickets on sale from your
Unit Representative soon.
Mountainfest – A great day of food, activities, Salute to the Nation, games, and music on Division Hill, June 28.
Post Theater
Bldg 10725, North Riva Ridge
Admission is $4.50 for adults; $2.25 for children 6-11; FREE for children 5 and younger.
For more movie information, call 772-5571
FRI MAY 11 - 1900 The Wrath Of The Titans (PG-13)
SAT MAY 12 - 1400 Mirror, Mirror (PG)
1900 21 Jump Street (R)
SUN MAY 13 - 1400 The Wrath Of The Titans (PG-13)
FRI MAY 18 - 1900 The Hunger Games (PG-13)
SAT MAY 19 - 1400 The Hunger Games (PG-13)
1900 American Reunion (R)
SUN MAY 20 - 1400 The Hunger Games (PG-13)
The Information and Referral Program at ACS is looking for someone to manage the Coupon Service at the ACS
Building. The volunteer will organize the provided coupons by category and the date of expiration in to the con-
tainers provided by ACS. Time requirement is approximately 2 hours per week. If you are interested, please
stop by the ACS Building and ask for Virginia Cooper or you can call her at 772-6766 or vir-
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Our Family Readiness Group (FRG)
is looking for a few volunteers!
A couple of the positions available
are Key Callers, FRG Fund Custo-
dian or Treasurer.
If you are interested please contact
RaeAnn, our FRG Leader and get
the details!
