In June the Unit will be taking several YM’s to Junior and Senior Leadership Schools in Ohio. This training will assist the YM as they continue to move up within the program. Leadership schools are a requirement for achieving rank. Rank also comes with responsibility. It then becomes the YM’s turn to take the role as leader, instructor, and mentor to the lower YM ranks.
June 13, The day before Flag Day, Young Marines will respectfully retire over 50 Flags, if you know of someone who needs their Flag retired, drop them off at Camp McCormick Sat. June 13, between the hours of 0900-1400.
Recruit Training is almost over, field exercise and a couple of weekends in June of Final testing, with Graduation June 27. Who will be the Honor Recruit? Iron man or Molly Marine? We will see, work hard ,train hard, I have 19 potential Young men and women ready to claim the title, U.S. Young Marine!
The Staff and Myself are planning alot of FUN events this summer, with the Summer Encampment somewhere in Snakebit Missouri, July 8 thru the 12, and Marksmanship Training coming up in August. Remember, to particiapate you must complete #1. 20 hr's. of Community service, #2. 80% Attendance record and #3. GOOD Progress report from home (Parents/ guardian) and school (grades/passing) , Anything less and you will just hear about what happened and all the fun your friends had and that would not be a good thing! Good to Go?
Continue to check this website often in the Calendar section times and place. You can also check out pictures and current updates on www.twitter.com/youngmarines . If you have any ideas or suggestions, please talk to a staff member.
Last Updated ( Monday, 01 June 2009 )
2009
Written by Kim Anderson
Friday, 31 October 2008
2009 TAYM Update
As we begin the 2 Quarter and the New Year, we have several resolutions and goals to achieve; starting with the trip to White sands New Mexico for the Bataan Memorial death march, March 29th. TAYM will be sending 2 teams of 5 to participate in the 26.2 mile marathon. Training for this event is currently ongoing, see Mr. White for details. Also, the 2009 Recruit training class will begin with an orientation Mar.14, this will be the kick off of the new "Leave a Legacy" recruit training program, Graduating Recruits will vote for the most inspirational NCO YM Instructor and which we will present a plaque and honor the Instructor by naming the Graduating recruit platoon after. Something ALL NCOs’ should be striving for. Our Unit is growing; more NCOs’ will be needed. We have plans for all our leaders to attend Leadership schools, JLS and SLS this summer. For details see the Unit Adjutant Mrs. Anderson. Remember this is your program, the adults are there to supervise and give guidance, and YOU, the Young Marine Leader and follower are there to learn, train and have FUN. Ideals and suggestions to improve the program are always welcome by myself or my staff, never be afraid to ask. Keep your sights on your target goals and obey your parents and the rewards of your success will come to light.
Semper Fidelis-Mr. AndersonUnit Commander
Last Updated ( Friday, 23 January 2009 )
NEWS
Written by Kim Anderson
Thursday, 10 July 2008
Unit T-Shirts:
The Tornado Alley Unit T-shirts are in! Please see Mrs. Anderson about picking up your order as placed ASAP. Payment is required in the form of check or cash only.
National HQ Updates:
National Young Marine Program Changes:
Also released at the Adult Leaders Conference were several changes to the Young Marine Program. Some of the changes have been posted in the download section of this website. As always, all changes are available at www.youngmarines.com
Changes to the Young Marine Promotion Policy effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Training Officers Manual effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Registered Adult Manual effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Young Marine Award Manual effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Young Marine Ribbon Chart effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Young Marine Uniform Requirements effective 29 May 2008
Did you know that you can and see your online Young Marine Record Book?
Go to the National website, select Just for Young Marines Fall-In. From there select from the compass, View your YM record book. You will then need to sign in. Enter your last name, first name; your password is the last 4 digits of your social security number. This gives you the opportunity to see what information has been entered. It list information such as YM award history, community service history, PFT scores, promotion history, rank history, training history, etc. Take the time to check out your records today!
Last Updated ( Monday, 01 June 2009 )
TAYM News Update
Written by Kim Anderson
Friday, 13 June 2008
TAYM News Updates
Recruit Platoon 409 has reached the final stages of training, and preparing for the final stages of testing. There are 18 recruits all competing for the title of Honor Graduate.Good Luck to the recruits as they continue to prepare for this last but very important phase of recruit training. Graduation will be the final task of earning the title of a Young Marine which is quite an accomplishment. They as well as their families and friends should be very proud of them.
All Young Marines and Recruits should have their final report card issued from the 2007/08 school year. Please note that a copy of all final grades needs to be turned in to the Unit Commander with a progress report from your parents.
Summer is a busy time with lots of activities scheduled for both Young Marine events and family vacation. Please check the calendar of events on a regular basis to stay up on all the activities so you don’t miss out on any of the fun!
National HQ Updates:
Young Marines National HQ has just wrapped up the 2008 Adult Leaders Conference 4-8 June in Reno Nevada. This year, no one from the unit was able to attend due to scheduling conflicts with the recruit field-x. But we still were able to get information as to the main focus of the meeting.
National Young Marine of the Year for 2007/2008 is from division 6. Young Marine MSgt. Garrett Brim of the Columbia River Young Marines in Washington State.
National Young Marine Unit of the Year is from division 4, Douglas County Young Marines from Parker Colorado.
National Volunteer of the Year is from division 1. Westover Young Marines of Maine
Division 4 Volunteer of the Year is Mike Sheppard of the Buckley Field Young Marines of Aurora Colorado.
Division 4 Unit of the Year is Douglas County Young Marines of Parker Colorado.
Congratulations to all for the great accomplishment and achievement. It is a great honor to be selected. I’m hoping by next year our Young Marines and unit will be able to claim those titles as well.
National Young Marine Program Changes:
Also released at the Adult Leaders Conference were several changes to the Young Marine Program. Some of the changes have been posted in the download section of this website. As always, all changes are available at www.youngmarines.com
Changes to the Young Marine Promotion Policy effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Training Officers Manual effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Registered Adult Manual effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Young Marine Award Manual effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Young Marine Ribbon Chart effective 29 May 2008
Changes to the Young Marine Uniform Requirements effective 29 May 2008
Did you know that you can and see your online Young Marine Record Book?
Go to the National website, select Just for Young Marines Fall-In. From there select from the compass, View your YM record book. You will then need to sign in. Enter your last name, first name; your password is the last 4 digits of your social security number. This gives you the opportunity to see what information has been entered. It list information such as YM award history, community service history, PFT/HFT scores, promotion history, rank history, training history, etc. Take the time to check out your records today!
TAYM Volunteer of the Year:
The TAYM unit volunteer for 2007-2008 was selected by a vote of the TAYM staff members. Mrs. Anderson was selected this year for all her efforts and time she continually gives in support of the Young Marines, staff and parents/families. Great job, and keep up the good work! Remember, this could be you next year.
Fundraising:
Everyone has done a great job in our effort to raise money for the unit trip to the National Encampment in Baltimore this coming August. We are very near the goal, but would like to be able to surpass it as well. There are still a few more events planned prior to August, so Young Marines please step up and help out in every way possible.
Mission ¾:
The unit has been busy collecting baby wipes, batteries and jerky to send to the ¾ Marines currently deployed in Iraq. Collection boxes are still available in the front entrance of Camp McCormick. Great job by Cpl. McLean and Recruit Beliles with the collection effort they headed at Robert Goddard Middle School.
Tornado Alley Updates Spring 2008
Written by Kim Anderson
Thursday, 27 March 2008
RECRUIT TRAINING 2008:
The spring 2008 Recruit Training has officially started as of 22March2008 as scheduled. Many thanks to those that attended the Young Marine Orientation as well as to the many that assisted the unit with preparations for the presentation. The recruit platoon has 17 youth enrolled that have started their challenge of training to become a Young Marine. Good Luck to all of you on the weeks ahead. Remember to study your guidebook, continue to work on the basic PFT moves to improve your scores, and practice drill moves.
SPACES 2008:
Tornado Alley applied and the following Young Marines were accepted by NHQ to attend SPACES 2008.
MSgt. Fields will be attending Advanced Leadership School, June 14-28 at Camp Pendleton Calif.
GySgt. Anderson will be attending Senior Leadership School, June 14-21 at Camp Pendleton Calif.
Cpl. Danis will be attending White Mountain Adventure, July 8-20 at Crawford Notch New Hampshire.
Mr. Danis, TAYM Senior Training Officer will be attending White Mountain Adventure, July 8-20 at Crawford Notch New Hampshire as a Registered Adult/Young Marine chaperone.
Mr. Danis was also selected by NHQ Division 4 Commanding Officer Champagne to attend Registered Adult Junior/Senior Leadership School. This will officially give Mr. Danis the Young Marine certification required to hold junior and senior level leadership schools in the Division 4 area. These classes will be officially recognized by NHQ and will assist units in preparing Young Marines with training required for promotions.
TAYM was also selected to attend the 2008 National Encampment. This will be held August 3-9 in Baltimore Maryland. 25 Young Marines and 2 Registered Adults have been accepted to attend. Keep in mind that performance at YM events as well as school progress and home behavior will be factors that will be reviewed prior to being accepted to attend.
RATS:
The unit was able to send 4 TAYM Registered Adult Staff to the 2008 Registered Adult Training Session for Division 4. The training was held in New Orleans March 1, 2008. Those attending were the unit training officers, Mr. Danis, Mr. White and Mr. Brightwell. Mrs. Anderson unit adjutant also attended. The RATS classes give the adults the opportunity to meet the NHQ staff, as well as receive a presentation on the state of the Young Marine Program, training methods, unit requirements, any changes to the program, etc. It also gives the unit the opportunity to meet with other staff members within the division 4 units to discuss, learn and share their unit experiences.
FUNDRAISING:
The unit is currently working hard to raise funds to help us make the trip to National Encampment. The candy bar sales are going well. Please turn in all funds or un-sold candy at the next meeting. You are responsible for the candy issued to you. We need to get started on the next project…..CAR WASH!!! 18 May 2008 Tickets will be issued soon.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND:
The Air Capitol Detachment of the Marine Corps. League has voted and agreed to set up the J. Don Whittle Young Marine Memorial Scholarship Fund to honor the first Wichita Young Marine program Commanding Officer J. Don Whittle. This fund will be managed by the MCL. Funds will be utilized to assist youth and families that wish to enroll in the Young Marine program, but cannot due to financial difficulties. Requests can be made by the potential recruit submitting a letter to the MCL explaining why they want to become a Young Marine and what they are looking to achieve by becoming a Young Marine. Each letter will be reviewed and decisions made by the MCL members in regards to funds allocated for distribution. We are very excited about this new program, and we know it will assist many of the youth within the community. Many thanks to the MCL members for helping the unit. If you would like to contribute to this fund, please contact a TAYM staff member and they will get you the information for the MCL Paymaster.
TAYM SUPPORTERS:
A new plaque has been placed in the quarterdeck of Camp McCormick to honor and thank the many TAYM supporters. During the many years, past and present, the unit has received assistance and funding from many individuals and local companies. We believe this is a great way to recognize our many friends and supporters. For a minimum donation of $100, your name will be placed on the TAYM Supporters plaque. For more information, please see a TAYM staff member.
MARKSMANSHIP:
MCL National HQ has announced the annual Service Rifle and Pistal Match. Dates are between 1 March and 31 October 2008, Registration fee is $10 per entry. This program is open to all Young Marine units nation wide. YM must be qualified per appendix E section of the YM Training Officers Manual. We can compete are a 5 person team or as individuals. Any TAYM member that is interested in competing needs to make plans with the unit commander. Practice dates will be scheduled to prepare for the final competition. Trophies will be issued to the team/individual with the best scores. Master, Expert, Sharpshooter, Marksman. Members will be graded in the following positions: Prone, Kneeling, Sitting and Standing.
HUNTERS SAFETY:
A Hunter Education/Safety class is being offered by the Maize Recreation Office. There is no age limit, however ages 10 and under may attend but cannot be certified. Classes will be held at the Maize Recreation Office, 10100 Grady Ave. Friday April 11, 5:30-9pm. Saturday April 12, 9-4pm, and Sunday April 13, 9:30-11am. You must attend all three class dates to receive certification. Class is limited to 75 participants. This is not a “Young Marine” scheduled event, it is being offered for those of you that would like to receive your Kansas Hunters Safety Education Certification in order to hunt in the State of Kansas. For more information, call 729-7818 by April 4 to reserve your spot.
If you have any ideas or suggestions for the unit, please contact a TAYM staff member.
Future plans are to have a parents meeting to cover in more detail the upcoming events and cover any issues or questions/concerns that you may have as a parent or Young Marine.
