New York National Guard Counterdrug Task Force at Frederick Douglas Academy III Secondary School

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A New York Counterdrug Task Force Airman assists a Boy Scout During a Rockwall event.

BRONX, NY (05/18/2012)(readMedia)-- The New York National Guard Counterdrug Task Force will provide a drug prevention program and climbing wall for kids at the Frederick Douglas Academy III Secondary School from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, May 21.

The five Soldier and Airman team will be offering a drug prevention pitch and Rockwall Challenge climbing session.

The Rockwall Challenge is a unique constructive learning opportunity for youth 8 -17 years old. The kids will get a talk on setting goals and meeting life challenges and healthy choices are discussed. Students then use these concepts while climbing the wall.

The Frederick Douglas Academy III Secondary School is located at 3630 Third Ave.

The New York National Guard Counterdrug Task Force offers partnerships and support to community based organizations in the drug prevention effort. By offering the New York National Guard's unique and specialized resources, the New York National Guard Counterdrug Task Force provides their civilian counterparts with the tools they need to fight the spread of drugs in New York.

The task force is composed to New York Army and Air National Guard members who provide specialized assistance to law enforcement and also conducts drug prevention programs around the state.