New York National Guard Counterdrug Task Force at Lawrence Middle School

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

LAWRENCE, NY (05/09/2012)(readMedia)-- The New York National Guard Counterdrug Task Force will provide a drug prevention program for kids attending Lawrence Middle School on May 11.

The six Soldier and Airman team will be at the school at 195 Broadway Avefrom 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Guard Soldiers will be offering a drug prevention program and Rockwall Challenge climbing session.

The Rockwall Challenge is a unique constructive learning opportunity for youth 8 -17 years old. The kids will attend a 45 minute interactive, classroom session led by an instructor. Goal setting, life challenges and healthy choices are discussed. Students then use these concepts while climbing the wall.

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.