The document is the April 2012 newsletter of HHT, 1st Squadron 71st Cavalry at Fort Drum, NY. It summarizes the unit's successful month of training in March. It welcomes new soldiers to the unit and congratulates one on his recent marriage. It announces the upcoming departure of 1SG Elsaesser in May and his replacement. Upcoming events are listed such as an ACAP career fair on April 12th. Soldiers participating in a training exercise are recognized.
CPT Thompson informs families that the troop will train in the field throughout March while supporting the squadron. He thanks those who participated in the successful Kiddy Spur Ride and encourages checking Facebook for more photos. The newsletter welcomes new soldiers and says goodbye to those leaving, and announces an upcoming spouses' lunch. Photos show soldiers interacting with children at the medic station and enjoying ski day with families.
1) The document summarizes upcoming events and changes for HHT, 1st Squadron 71st Cavalry at Fort Drum. It welcomes new soldiers and leaders to the troop and says farewell to those who are leaving.
2) It announces social events for spouses like a dinner and encourages families to get involved in the FRG.
3) It provides updates on training and competitions for soldiers and congratulates those who were recently promoted, married or had children.
The commander expresses gratitude for serving with the battalion and highlights accomplishments over the past year. He will change command on April 3rd and deploy to Afghanistan. The CSM thanks soldiers and leaders for allowing him to serve and notes the battalion's successful training, including company weapons ranges, demolition training, and a squad competition. The chaplain encourages soldiers to cherish time with family and faith during deployments and transitions, and to find purpose and strength through God.
This article summarizes the January/February 2013 edition of "The Devil's Corner", a newspaper for the 1st Brigade Combat Team. It introduces the new brigade commander, Col. Michael Pappal, and sergeant major, CSM Mark A. Kiefer. It provides information about upcoming equipment fieldings for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle and M1A2SEP tank. It highlights Soldier and NCO of the quarter awards and encourages training during cold weather months. The chaplain's corner discusses the importance of maintaining one's moral compass even when facing group pressure.
The 1st infantry Division Post 13 Jan Edition Noel Waterman
Pfc. Kyle Hockenberry, a soldier with the 1st Infantry Division, was injured in Afghanistan when an IED exploded near him, costing him both legs and his left arm. Despite his severe injuries, Hockenberry has continued his service and remains committed to the Army. The article details Hockenberry's background and reasons for joining the military, as well as the memorial service held at Fort Riley to honor two fallen soldiers from the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, Sgt 1st Class Dennis R. Murray and Sgt Ryan D. Sharp.
This document appears to be the beginning of a poetry collection titled "The Struggle" by Just D@RiUS. It includes summaries of 12 upcoming chapters that explore themes of struggle, oppression, and lack of opportunity. The summaries describe feelings of despair, reckless behavior, and being overlooked despite one's efforts. They also reference tensions with others, including a "frenemy," and the inability to breathe due to societal forces choking opportunity. The document advocates for supporting one's community and investing in creating a future where people are included.
This poem is divided into 12 chapters that describe the narrator's journey and process. In the intro, the narrator expresses their ambition to succeed through their art despite obstacles. Chapter 2 discusses believing in oneself to achieve goals. Chapter 3 sees the narrator asking for guidance after reflecting on past mistakes. They are told to have sight beyond just what their eyes can see. The poem continues with the narrator embracing opportunities in the spotlight but knowing not to linger too long, before switching gears to take chances and make the most of youth.
Conversations with my beretta about coping with extreme personal adversityEleele Kauai
Philip Lisagor served three combat tours in Iraq as a senior colonel and chief of surgery. During his third tour, he faced accusations and investigations that led to feelings of anger, depression, and suicidal thoughts. He details 13 reasons he was able to cope with this extreme personal adversity without taking his own life.
The first two reasons were public service announcements on the Armed Forces Network television that discouraged suicide by noting it is a permanent solution to a temporary problem and increases the risk of children killing themselves. A third reason was finding inner strength and believing in himself during a difficult time when his unit shunned him, drawing inspiration from a fish that survived despite adversity.
CPT Thompson informs families that the troop will train in the field throughout March while supporting the squadron. He thanks those who participated in the successful Kiddy Spur Ride and encourages checking Facebook for more photos. The newsletter welcomes new soldiers and says goodbye to those leaving, and announces an upcoming spouses' lunch. Photos show soldiers interacting with children at the medic station and enjoying ski day with families.
1) The document summarizes upcoming events and changes for HHT, 1st Squadron 71st Cavalry at Fort Drum. It welcomes new soldiers and leaders to the troop and says farewell to those who are leaving.
2) It announces social events for spouses like a dinner and encourages families to get involved in the FRG.
3) It provides updates on training and competitions for soldiers and congratulates those who were recently promoted, married or had children.
The commander expresses gratitude for serving with the battalion and highlights accomplishments over the past year. He will change command on April 3rd and deploy to Afghanistan. The CSM thanks soldiers and leaders for allowing him to serve and notes the battalion's successful training, including company weapons ranges, demolition training, and a squad competition. The chaplain encourages soldiers to cherish time with family and faith during deployments and transitions, and to find purpose and strength through God.
This article summarizes the January/February 2013 edition of "The Devil's Corner", a newspaper for the 1st Brigade Combat Team. It introduces the new brigade commander, Col. Michael Pappal, and sergeant major, CSM Mark A. Kiefer. It provides information about upcoming equipment fieldings for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle and M1A2SEP tank. It highlights Soldier and NCO of the quarter awards and encourages training during cold weather months. The chaplain's corner discusses the importance of maintaining one's moral compass even when facing group pressure.
The 1st infantry Division Post 13 Jan Edition Noel Waterman
Pfc. Kyle Hockenberry, a soldier with the 1st Infantry Division, was injured in Afghanistan when an IED exploded near him, costing him both legs and his left arm. Despite his severe injuries, Hockenberry has continued his service and remains committed to the Army. The article details Hockenberry's background and reasons for joining the military, as well as the memorial service held at Fort Riley to honor two fallen soldiers from the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, Sgt 1st Class Dennis R. Murray and Sgt Ryan D. Sharp.
This document appears to be the beginning of a poetry collection titled "The Struggle" by Just D@RiUS. It includes summaries of 12 upcoming chapters that explore themes of struggle, oppression, and lack of opportunity. The summaries describe feelings of despair, reckless behavior, and being overlooked despite one's efforts. They also reference tensions with others, including a "frenemy," and the inability to breathe due to societal forces choking opportunity. The document advocates for supporting one's community and investing in creating a future where people are included.
This poem is divided into 12 chapters that describe the narrator's journey and process. In the intro, the narrator expresses their ambition to succeed through their art despite obstacles. Chapter 2 discusses believing in oneself to achieve goals. Chapter 3 sees the narrator asking for guidance after reflecting on past mistakes. They are told to have sight beyond just what their eyes can see. The poem continues with the narrator embracing opportunities in the spotlight but knowing not to linger too long, before switching gears to take chances and make the most of youth.
Conversations with my beretta about coping with extreme personal adversityEleele Kauai
Philip Lisagor served three combat tours in Iraq as a senior colonel and chief of surgery. During his third tour, he faced accusations and investigations that led to feelings of anger, depression, and suicidal thoughts. He details 13 reasons he was able to cope with this extreme personal adversity without taking his own life.
The first two reasons were public service announcements on the Armed Forces Network television that discouraged suicide by noting it is a permanent solution to a temporary problem and increases the risk of children killing themselves. A third reason was finding inner strength and believing in himself during a difficult time when his unit shunned him, drawing inspiration from a fish that survived despite adversity.
The document provides an update from the commander of the 6-6 Cavalry Squadron (TF Sixshooters). It discusses the unit's busy schedule over the past 4 months, which included training exercises, deployment for hurricane relief, and family events. It congratulates members who received awards and promotions. It also announces upcoming town hall meetings and a winter ball event. The commander expresses pride in the unit and thanks families for their support.
The newsletter provides updates on TF Wolfpack including thanking supporters for donations after an attack, announcing upcoming redeployment information sessions, and sharing photos from recent change of command ceremonies. It also includes the schedule for the Fort Bragg 4th of July celebration and a recipe for a chicken and white bean salad.
The document provides an update on Task Force Wolfpack's activities in April from their base in Afghanistan. It discusses the busy month the task force had with some limitations from weather. It also notes that most members have now completed R&R leave and that three officers - CPT Shin, CPT White, and MAJ Myers - are departing after exceptional service. The next newsletter will highlight the addition of a new MEDEVAC team. Updates are also provided on the various companies that make up the task force, including accomplishments, promotions, and upcoming departures. The intent is to keep friends and families informed on the unit's activities during the deployment.
The 603rd ASB "Workhorse Chronicle", August 2013Andygig06
Here's the 603rd Aviation Support Battalion's Newsletter for the month of August 2013. I hope you enjoy the articles and the pictures. The Workhorse Chronicle.
The document provides information about Task Force Six Shooters at Fort Drum, including leadership changes and awards received. It discusses upcoming training exercises and a deployment preparation. It also provides unit updates for various companies, including personnel changes and welcoming new soldiers.
The document provides updates from the commander of the 94th Engineer Battalion including upcoming training exercises and leadership changes over the summer months. Training will include weapons qualifications in July and construction projects at Fort Riley in September. There will be several command changes as captains move to new positions within the battalion and the command sergeant major has accepted a new position with the 20th Engineer Brigade. The commander encourages soldiers and families to stay safe over the summer.
The commander provides an update on the ongoing deployment to Qatar, stressing that specific dates for return cannot be released due to security concerns. Rumors about return dates are untrue. The commander thanks soldiers and families for their support during this difficult year-long deployment. Upcoming talent shows, sports competitions, and birthdays are noted.
The document discusses reasons the soldiers of the 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion are thankful this holiday season, including the support from their families as well as the various companies that make up the battalion completing training and returning from missions. It also announces the battalion signing an Adopt-A-School covenant to support a local elementary school in Kansas on Veterans Day.
A four-day Master Resilience Training Fall Marathon will be held from October 21-24 at the Workforce Development Building on Nash Boulevard. The training is open to all family members and DoD/DA civilians and will cover topics like resilience introduction, thinking traps, problem solving, identifying strengths, and assertive communication. Each day of training will run from 9:30am to 3:30pm and include an hour-long lunch break, with a refrigerator available for participants' use. Attendees can make reservations by calling the provided phone numbers.
This document announces two upcoming field trips organized by the Hearts Apart support group at Army Community Service on Fort Drum. The first is a trip to Behling Apple Orchards on September 18th, with transportation provided. The second is an apple sauce canning workshop on September 20th. Attendees are asked to call Krista or Diane by September 12th to make a reservation, as space is limited. Participants will need to bring a snack or lunch and pay for any apples picked at the orchard.
The document provides information about workshops and resources offered by the ACS Employment Readiness Program (ERP) to assist those in the Fort Drum community with employment opportunities. ERP offers a variety of workshops on topics such as federal employment, resume writing, Microsoft Office skills, and starting a business. They also provide one-on-one career counseling, resume assistance, a job bank, and other resources. Contact information is provided to sign up for workshops and access additional services.
This document provides information on various community resources and programs available to the Fort Drum community in September 2013. It lists 28 organizations and services, including the American Red Cross, Army Career & Alumni Program, Army Community Service, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, Child and Youth Services, Commissary, Exchange, Family and MWR, and Fort Drum Mountain Community Homes. For each, it provides contact information and details of upcoming events, activities, classes and other programs occurring that month.
This document discusses public school attendance policies and how they relate to military-connected students. It provides information on who governs public education in the US, with authority granted to states individually. States have flexibility in setting attendance policies, though some have passed laws specifically addressing absences for military children related to deployment. Most other states leave decisions to local school districts. The document offers examples of attendance policies from different states and districts, providing guidance on balancing students' education with family responsibilities for military families. It emphasizes the importance of communication between schools, families, and local education agencies to support students' success.
This document discusses parental involvement in early childhood education. It provides tips for how parents can get involved, such as volunteering in the classroom, encouraging reading at home, and communicating regularly with teachers. Research shows that parental involvement leads to higher student achievement, better behavior and attendance, and increased likelihood of graduation and college enrollment. Schools can help by creating a welcoming environment for parents and providing resources and training to support involvement. Effective partnerships between parents and schools are founded on clear two-way communication.
The document provides a list of dates to remember for events happening on Fort Drum in August and September 2013. Some key events include the Mountain Mudder obstacle race on September 12th, the BOSS 5K Super Hero race on September 21st, and the Halloween trick-or-treating in housing areas on October 31st. It also includes information from various Fort Drum agencies in the CLIF Notes section, such as updates from the American Red Cross, ACS, CYSS, and the Commissary. Readers are encouraged to check other sources like Facebook pages for more details on upcoming programs and activities at Fort Drum.
The newsletter from Army Community Service (ACS) at Fort Drum promotes upcoming summer activities for families, provides career preparation tips for job fairs, and highlights a military spouse who has volunteered extensively and become an elementary school teacher. It also includes information about local farmers markets and upcoming community events in the area for the month of August.
Make your own apron in a free one-day sewing class on September 9th from 9am to 11:30am at Fort Drum Relocation Readiness Program. Reservations are required and sewing machines will be available on a first come, first served basis. Bring your own pre-washed fabric or use donated fabric, thread, and no experience is necessary to make an apron. The instructor will be Cheryl Dean from the American Red Cross.
- The Triple Deuce battalion continues its mission of advising, assisting, and enabling the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) in Afghanistan. The ANSF have improved and are now coordinating, synchronizing, and supporting each other independently.
- The battalion has reduced the size of its forward operating base (FOB) by deconstructing and relocating over 15 buildings and descoping 20 living areas while continuing its primary mission.
- The commander thanks the families and spouses of soldiers for their support, which allows the soldiers to remain focused on their mission in Afghanistan.
This document is the weekly FRSA FLASH newsletter for the week ending May 31, 2013 for the 3rd Brigade Combat Team at Fort Drum. It provides information on upcoming religious services and programs at Fort Drum chapels over multiple pages, including mass times, Protestant services, LDS studies, Sunday school, and women's groups. Contact information is also provided for on-call chaplains and chapel offices.
The October 9th Exceptional Family Member Program monthly support group at the ACS Building will focus on discussing puberty and relationships with special needs children. The meeting will be held from 11:30am-1:00pm or 6:00pm-7:30pm. The presenter will be Katie Ramus, a community health educator from Planned Parenthood, who will discuss talking to special needs children about physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. The meeting will take place at the ACS Building on Fort Drum in New York.
We've expanded and remodeled our store to serve customers better. Our grand re-opening events include an official ribbon cutting on October 4th and a storewide celebration on October 6th with free gifts, activities, and sales. Customers can purchase $2 buckets to donate to charity and save 10-50% on most items they can fit inside.
The document provides an update from the commander of the 6-6 Cavalry Squadron (TF Sixshooters). It discusses the unit's busy schedule over the past 4 months, which included training exercises, deployment for hurricane relief, and family events. It congratulates members who received awards and promotions. It also announces upcoming town hall meetings and a winter ball event. The commander expresses pride in the unit and thanks families for their support.
The newsletter provides updates on TF Wolfpack including thanking supporters for donations after an attack, announcing upcoming redeployment information sessions, and sharing photos from recent change of command ceremonies. It also includes the schedule for the Fort Bragg 4th of July celebration and a recipe for a chicken and white bean salad.
The document provides an update on Task Force Wolfpack's activities in April from their base in Afghanistan. It discusses the busy month the task force had with some limitations from weather. It also notes that most members have now completed R&R leave and that three officers - CPT Shin, CPT White, and MAJ Myers - are departing after exceptional service. The next newsletter will highlight the addition of a new MEDEVAC team. Updates are also provided on the various companies that make up the task force, including accomplishments, promotions, and upcoming departures. The intent is to keep friends and families informed on the unit's activities during the deployment.
The 603rd ASB "Workhorse Chronicle", August 2013Andygig06
Here's the 603rd Aviation Support Battalion's Newsletter for the month of August 2013. I hope you enjoy the articles and the pictures. The Workhorse Chronicle.
The document provides information about Task Force Six Shooters at Fort Drum, including leadership changes and awards received. It discusses upcoming training exercises and a deployment preparation. It also provides unit updates for various companies, including personnel changes and welcoming new soldiers.
The document provides updates from the commander of the 94th Engineer Battalion including upcoming training exercises and leadership changes over the summer months. Training will include weapons qualifications in July and construction projects at Fort Riley in September. There will be several command changes as captains move to new positions within the battalion and the command sergeant major has accepted a new position with the 20th Engineer Brigade. The commander encourages soldiers and families to stay safe over the summer.
The commander provides an update on the ongoing deployment to Qatar, stressing that specific dates for return cannot be released due to security concerns. Rumors about return dates are untrue. The commander thanks soldiers and families for their support during this difficult year-long deployment. Upcoming talent shows, sports competitions, and birthdays are noted.
The document discusses reasons the soldiers of the 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion are thankful this holiday season, including the support from their families as well as the various companies that make up the battalion completing training and returning from missions. It also announces the battalion signing an Adopt-A-School covenant to support a local elementary school in Kansas on Veterans Day.
A four-day Master Resilience Training Fall Marathon will be held from October 21-24 at the Workforce Development Building on Nash Boulevard. The training is open to all family members and DoD/DA civilians and will cover topics like resilience introduction, thinking traps, problem solving, identifying strengths, and assertive communication. Each day of training will run from 9:30am to 3:30pm and include an hour-long lunch break, with a refrigerator available for participants' use. Attendees can make reservations by calling the provided phone numbers.
This document announces two upcoming field trips organized by the Hearts Apart support group at Army Community Service on Fort Drum. The first is a trip to Behling Apple Orchards on September 18th, with transportation provided. The second is an apple sauce canning workshop on September 20th. Attendees are asked to call Krista or Diane by September 12th to make a reservation, as space is limited. Participants will need to bring a snack or lunch and pay for any apples picked at the orchard.
The document provides information about workshops and resources offered by the ACS Employment Readiness Program (ERP) to assist those in the Fort Drum community with employment opportunities. ERP offers a variety of workshops on topics such as federal employment, resume writing, Microsoft Office skills, and starting a business. They also provide one-on-one career counseling, resume assistance, a job bank, and other resources. Contact information is provided to sign up for workshops and access additional services.
This document provides information on various community resources and programs available to the Fort Drum community in September 2013. It lists 28 organizations and services, including the American Red Cross, Army Career & Alumni Program, Army Community Service, Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers, Child and Youth Services, Commissary, Exchange, Family and MWR, and Fort Drum Mountain Community Homes. For each, it provides contact information and details of upcoming events, activities, classes and other programs occurring that month.
This document discusses public school attendance policies and how they relate to military-connected students. It provides information on who governs public education in the US, with authority granted to states individually. States have flexibility in setting attendance policies, though some have passed laws specifically addressing absences for military children related to deployment. Most other states leave decisions to local school districts. The document offers examples of attendance policies from different states and districts, providing guidance on balancing students' education with family responsibilities for military families. It emphasizes the importance of communication between schools, families, and local education agencies to support students' success.
This document discusses parental involvement in early childhood education. It provides tips for how parents can get involved, such as volunteering in the classroom, encouraging reading at home, and communicating regularly with teachers. Research shows that parental involvement leads to higher student achievement, better behavior and attendance, and increased likelihood of graduation and college enrollment. Schools can help by creating a welcoming environment for parents and providing resources and training to support involvement. Effective partnerships between parents and schools are founded on clear two-way communication.
The document provides a list of dates to remember for events happening on Fort Drum in August and September 2013. Some key events include the Mountain Mudder obstacle race on September 12th, the BOSS 5K Super Hero race on September 21st, and the Halloween trick-or-treating in housing areas on October 31st. It also includes information from various Fort Drum agencies in the CLIF Notes section, such as updates from the American Red Cross, ACS, CYSS, and the Commissary. Readers are encouraged to check other sources like Facebook pages for more details on upcoming programs and activities at Fort Drum.
The newsletter from Army Community Service (ACS) at Fort Drum promotes upcoming summer activities for families, provides career preparation tips for job fairs, and highlights a military spouse who has volunteered extensively and become an elementary school teacher. It also includes information about local farmers markets and upcoming community events in the area for the month of August.
Make your own apron in a free one-day sewing class on September 9th from 9am to 11:30am at Fort Drum Relocation Readiness Program. Reservations are required and sewing machines will be available on a first come, first served basis. Bring your own pre-washed fabric or use donated fabric, thread, and no experience is necessary to make an apron. The instructor will be Cheryl Dean from the American Red Cross.
- The Triple Deuce battalion continues its mission of advising, assisting, and enabling the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) in Afghanistan. The ANSF have improved and are now coordinating, synchronizing, and supporting each other independently.
- The battalion has reduced the size of its forward operating base (FOB) by deconstructing and relocating over 15 buildings and descoping 20 living areas while continuing its primary mission.
- The commander thanks the families and spouses of soldiers for their support, which allows the soldiers to remain focused on their mission in Afghanistan.
This document is the weekly FRSA FLASH newsletter for the week ending May 31, 2013 for the 3rd Brigade Combat Team at Fort Drum. It provides information on upcoming religious services and programs at Fort Drum chapels over multiple pages, including mass times, Protestant services, LDS studies, Sunday school, and women's groups. Contact information is also provided for on-call chaplains and chapel offices.
The October 9th Exceptional Family Member Program monthly support group at the ACS Building will focus on discussing puberty and relationships with special needs children. The meeting will be held from 11:30am-1:00pm or 6:00pm-7:30pm. The presenter will be Katie Ramus, a community health educator from Planned Parenthood, who will discuss talking to special needs children about physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. The meeting will take place at the ACS Building on Fort Drum in New York.
We've expanded and remodeled our store to serve customers better. Our grand re-opening events include an official ribbon cutting on October 4th and a storewide celebration on October 6th with free gifts, activities, and sales. Customers can purchase $2 buckets to donate to charity and save 10-50% on most items they can fit inside.
Dr. Laurie W. Rush will give a presentation to the International Spouse Support Group on October 19th about the Native American cultures and other civilizations that lived on Fort Drum for over 12,000 years. Dr. Rush, as the Fort Drum Archeologist, will discuss who built the ancient structures still remaining, who made the artifacts found in the area, and which civilizations originally occupied the land to help attendees gain appreciation for these ancient peoples and cultures. Many artifacts have been uncovered that provide insight into why the area was settled.
The Jefferson County Historical Society is hosting a Harvest Celebration event on October 20th from 10am to 12pm where families can make fall wreaths, Halloween masks, and corn husk dolls. After crafting, there will be trick-or-treating in the mansion and storytelling of local legends. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes and admission is $10 per family or $6 per person with discounts available. Registration is required by October 17th.
September 10 2012 Family & MWR Coming AttractionsSquadron FRSA
This document provides a schedule of upcoming family and community events happening in September at Fort Drum, NY. Events include classes on budget management, resume writing, and financial peace; support groups; sports tournaments and games; training programs; and weekly family nights with activities and food. Locations, dates, times, costs and contact information are provided for each event.
Fee increases and program changes will go into effect on October 1st. Fort Drum childcare rates will increase to match standardized Department of Defense rates. Several deployment support programs will also end, including fee reductions, sports credits, and hourly care fees beyond 16 hours. Currently deployed families will continue receiving existing deployment support services. Patrons are asked to contact Parent Central Services with any questions about changes to programs and fees.
The EFMP staff at Fort Drum is organizing a free apple picking trip to Behlins Orchards in Mexico, NY on Friday, September 21st from 0900 to noon. Those interested in joining can RSVP by calling 772-0819 or contacting Allen Ricks, the EFMP Assistant, by September 21st.
1. HHT, 1st Squadron 71st Cavalry
The REAPER
Volume V, Issue I Fort Drum, NY 06 April 2012
FROM THE COMMANDER’S SADDLE
In This Issue: CPT LEVI THOMPSON
Family and Friends of Reaper Troop, your
From the 1SG 2
Soldiers have returned from a successful
FRG Information 3 month of training in the field, once again
Hails/Farewells 4 setting the standard within the Brigade. March
HHT Soldiers in Action 4-14 was a month of long nights, little sleep, and
weekends prepping for the next week of
training. I will tell you that this month, (April)
Contact Info: will not be as intense as we recharge our
Commander batteries, spend time at home with our loved
Bldg 10380 ones, and prepare for Troop Live Fires in
4th Infantry Division Road May.
Fort Drum, NY 13602
315-772-7384 Please check the “HHT CDR “Reaper 6””
Facebook page for more photos : A friendly reminder, HHT is still looking
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/HHT- for a couple of Co-leaders to come
COMMANDER EMAIL: forward or an FRG Leader as well or
CDR-Reaper-6/207479719300754 . We have
levi.thompson1@us.army.mil posted multiple photos albums of your some Key Callers. Our FRG is only as
Soldiers training, earning awards, being strong as you make it. The Treasury is
promoted, as well as other events. You can also an open position needed to be
filled. As well as some Key Callers.
FRG Leader: get to this webpage by finding the links, under
the “like” tab on the Squadron Facebook page
Vacant or following the link above. The next Steering Committee Meeting
will be on April 18th at 1000am in the
Treasure: Myself and the 1SG would like to personally Squadron Conference Room, those
In process of being filled welcome a couple new Scouts to our ranks: interested in being co-leaders, I invite
you to come and partake. This was
initially scheduled for April 11th, but
Sophie Jenkins – 23 March 2012 was changed to the 18th.
Kaylee Renee Mako – 30 March 2012
Bryan Alexander Urena – 05 April 2012 On May 8th at 1130 my wife, Erin
Hope Marie Hill – 09 April 2012 Thompson will be doing a lunch at TGI
Friday’s. This is a friendly get together
I would also like to congratulate SGT to enjoy some time together and get
Nottingham and his recent marriage on 24 know some of the other spouses within
the Troop.
March 2012 to the former Mrs. Tansha
Drought.
Once again, I say “Thank You” for all of
your support that you provide your
I am sorry to say that next month 1SG Soldiers.
Elsaesser will be leaving the Team, but not
the Reaper Family. He will take his family and
head south to Kentucky, tackling a new job of “Execute… No Excuses!”
managing all of the 19D Master Sergeants
within the U.S. Army. I wish him and his CPT Thompson
family; Rhonda and Melissa the best in there Reaper 6
future endeavors. 1SG Elsaesser’s dedication
to and love of the Soldiers will be missed.
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Volume V, Issue I Fort Drum, NY 06 April 2012
FROM THE 1SG’s FOX HOLE:
1SG George Elsaesser
Families and Soldiers,
The Commander requested that I say a
few words in this month’s newsletters as
it may be my last chance to talk to all of
you. I will be switching out with 1SG
Shawn Dunn on 1 May 2012 and in June
will be moving on to Fort Knox, Kentucky
where I will take over as the 19Z Branch
Manager.
I would like to take this opportunity to
thank all of your Soldiers for all of their
hard work and dedication during my
tenure as Reaper 7 and thank you for
supporting the Troop and the Soldiers.
You have probably heard this a thousand
times, but we cannot do what we do
without the support of our loved ones
back home, without the support of our
friends and families.
I will always reflect back on my time here
with fondness and I will truly miss being
able to take care of the Reaper Soldiers
and the responsibility inherent in that
role.
Good luck to all of you, 1SG Dunn is an
experienced Non-commissioned Officer
and I know he will do a great job as
Reaper 7.
Respectfully,
1SG Elsaesser
Reaper 7, Out
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The REAPER
Volume V, Issue I Fort Drum, NY 06 April 2012
Upcoming Events
• The Fort Drum ACAP Career Fair is coming up on April 12, 10:00 - 2:00, at the Monti Fitness Center.
Almost 90 local, national, and global employers, schools, and service organizations are registered to
participate. All Soldiers, Family members, Veterans, Retirees, and Fort Drum Civilians are invited to
attend. A list of participants is attached.
Watch the Fort Drum ACAP Facebook page (www.facebook.com/DrumACAP) for updates and a
career fair directory later this week.
As a minimum, dress should be ACUs or business casual.
Direct questions about the fair to the ACAP Center at (315) 772-3434/3286 or to Lorrie Guler,
Transition Services Manager, at (315) 772-3284, lorrie.guler@us.army.mil.
• Please register for VMIS if haven't already and ask your volunteers. We need to have our volunteers
registered so that we can recognize them. If you have any questions please contact me.
Thank you, Lisa Kadaraitis
1-71 CAV FRSA, (315)774-2663
lisa.kadaraitis@us.army.mil
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/171Cavalry
• See attached document on Tricare teaming up with MetLife for Dental
• See attached document on Holocaust: Days of Remembrance @ the Commons
4. HHT Spouses’ Lunch
Join us for lunch at the TGI Fridays!
DATE: Tuesday, May 8th
TIME: 1130
Why: To meet, greet, and eat!
Just a casual lunch, children welcome!
Call or text (405) 694-7307 to RSVP by 03
May
21890 Towne Center Dr Watertown NY, just off exit 45, I-
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The Troop would like to welcome:
Unfortunately we must say goodbye to these Soldiers, but we wish them the
best of luck in there future endeavors as they continue to serve there
country:
- PFC Brownfield
- PV2 Pittman
- SSG Aceret
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HHT Soldiers participating in Ghost Avalanche II
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Medics conducting Medical Training during Ghost
Avalanche II
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HHT Soldiers participating in Ghost Avalanche II
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HHT Soldiers participating in Ghost Avalanche II