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Warriors

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Newsletter 18 – 19 April 2014

********NO DRILL IN MAY: THE NEXT RSP DRILL WILL BE 20, 21 AND 22 JUNE 2014*********

Junes drill will be an overnight for both nights with a 1700 (5pm) report time for Friday evening.

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Table of Contents

About the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) ............................................................................................................ 3

Which Phase Are You? ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

Where and Where to Report ...................................................................................................................................... 4

Commander’s Corner .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

Military Appearance and Professional Bearing ............................................................................................................ 5

Hair Grooming ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Personal Appearance ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Welcome New Enlistees ............................................................................................................................................ 6

What to Wear/What to Bring for RSP Drill .................................................................................................................. 6

Words from Top .................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Administrative Notes .......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Promotions ................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Pay Differences in Ranks ..................................................................................................................................................... 7

Training Topics/Events for This Month........................................................................................................................ 8

Red Phase ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8

White Phase .................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Green Phase .................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Blue Phase ....................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Gold Phase ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Helpful Links ............................................................................................................................................................ 10

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Before you ship to Basic Combat Training (BCT), you'll attend the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP). These weekends will be your introduction to BCT and will get you started and keep you on track, mentally, physically and emotionally while you prepare for your career in the Guard. RSP drills give you an opportunity to start getting comfortable with the terminology and protocols that are part of Guard service—and you'll be getting paid for the time you spend at RSP.

Which Phase Are You?

Red Phase:

Your first weekend at RSP is “Red Phase.” In this intensive first few days, you’ll learn basics you need to know right away—like the Army Values, Army structure and ranks, saluting and forms of address, your physical fitness assessment

and more.

White Phase:

During the White Phase, you’ll learn more about the Guard and more of what you’ll need to know to succeed at BCT. Many topics are covered, including three main categories: the training community, military history and background, and

physical readiness.

Blue Phase:

Blue Phase is your final drill prior to shipping to Basic Combat Training (BCT). During this weekend, you’ll cover all the final details that have to be taken care of before you leave.

Green Phase:

The Green Phase is for Soldiers who have completed Basic Combat Training, and is designed for recruits in the Split Training Option (STO) Program. These recruits attend the Recruit Sustainment Program until they ship to BCT, and then

return to RSP until they ship to Advanced Individual Training the summer after their senior year. During that second year of RSP, Green Phase courses offer advanced leadership training on topics.

Gold Phase/Battle Handoff: The Soldier's first drill after successful completion of IADT is his or her final weekend at the RSP. Gold Phase teaches

Soldiers what to expect at their unit of assignment, as well as what will be expected from them. Additionally, you will complete online training known as SSD1. Most importantly, it provides the Battle Handoff from the RSP to the Soldier's new unit/sponsor through a formal rite of passage ceremony attended by RSP Soldiers and the gaining unit leadership.

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Where and when to report

The following information is provided to prepare you for your next weekend of

training:

Date and Time: 1700hrs (5:00PM) on Friday, April 18, 2014

Location: Camp Fogarty Armory, 2841 South County Trail, East Greenwich, Rhode

Island 02818: Report is to the Troop Command Armory.

Transportation: Transportation to and from Camp Fogarty is your responsibility.

We encourage ride sharing…If you have a problem getting to Camp Fogarty

contact your Recruiter and that person will provide transportation.

Release Time: Approximately 2000 (8:00pm) on Saturday, April 19, 2014. (If

anyone is being provided with a Ride Home, have your rides arrive 15 minutes

early.)

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If there is anything that may affect your attendance, please contact Your

Recruiter immediately.

The Next RSP Drill date is 20, 21and 22 June 2014 at 1700

hrs. That drill is OVERNIGHT, both nights! Bring pillows and

blankets!! Directions from Providence:

-Rte 95 South or approximately 8 Miles. As you pass Exit 10, get in one of the

left lanes

-Exit 9 (which goes off to the left) is Rte 4 South. Travel approximately 3 miles

-Then take Exit 7A, Frenchtown Road (RT 402) to Rt2

-Take a left at the stop sign onto Rte 2 North

-Camp Fogarty will be on the right, approximately .03 miles

IF YOU GET LOST OR HAVE ANY OTHER PROBLEMS ENROUTE, YOU CAN CALL

YOUR RECRUITER

OR MSG Silvia (401) 374-9035

COMMANDER’S

CORNER

RSP get ready for another fun,

exciting and challenging

weekend. As you should be

aware, the normal drill has been

altered to accommodate Easter

Sunday so it will comprise of a

condensed training schedule

and, ultimately, a very busy

weekend. The training planned

will improve your soldier skills

and enhance your ability to

think and react. Please pay

close attention to the cadre and

their instructions, come

prepared and motivated. Most

importantly, please DO NOT

forget your hygiene products!!!

Have a wonderful Easter Sunday

and day off from drill.

Cheryl Irving CW2, AG

Commanding “I found that the men and women

who got to the top were those who

did the jobs they had in hand, with

everything they had of energy and

enthusiasm and hard work.” –Harry

S. Truman

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Military Appearance and Professional Bearing As a professional Soldier, you’re expected to positively represent the Rhode Island Army National Guard. Know how to wear the

uniform, wear it with pride at all times, and meet height and weight standards. By the way you carry yourself and through your

military courtesy and appearance, you send a signal: I am proud of my uniform, my unit, and myself. Skillful use of your professional

bearing – fitness, courtesy, and military appearance – can often help you manage difficult situations.

A professional Soldier presents a professional appearance, but there’s more to being an Army professional than looking good.

Professionals are competent as well. The Army requires you to look sharp and be sharp.

Hair Grooming

Hairstyles are generally different for men and women. The standards that pertain to the military are different as well. One

myth about women in the military is that they will have to cut their hair short once they join. The regulation (Army Regulation (AR)

670-1) that encompasses hairstyles does justifiably differ between men and women in the military.

In general, there are several hairstyles acceptable in the Army. So long as the Soldier’s hair is kept in a neat and clean

manner, the acceptability of the style will be judged solely by the criteria described below. Extreme or faddish haircuts or hairstyles

are not authorized. If dyes, tints, or bleaches are used, colors used must be found in natural human hair and not present an

extreme appearance. Lines or designs will not be cut into the hair or scalp. Styles of hair and texture differ among the different

ethnic groups and these differences affect the length and bulk of hair, as well as the style worn by each Soldier. Haircuts, without

reference to style, will conform to the following standards:

Males Females

• The hair on top of the head will be neatly groomed. The

length and bulk of the hair will not be excessive or present a

ragged, unkempt, or extreme appearance. Hair will present

a tapered appearance and, when combed, will not fall

over the ears or eyebrows or touch the collar, except for the

closely cut hair at the back of the neck. The block cut

fullness in the back is permitted in moderate degree as long

as the tapered look is maintained. In all cases, the bulk or

length of hair will not interfere with the normal wear of

headgear or protective masks.

• Hair will be neatly groomed. The length and the bulk of the

hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt or

extreme appearance. Hair will not fall over eyebrows or

extend below the bottom edge of the collar while in

uniform. Hairstyles will not interfere with proper wearing of

military head gear or protective masks

• Sideburns will be neatly trimmed. The base will not be

flared and will be a clean-shaven, horizontal line. Sideburns

will not extend below the lowest part of the exterior ear

opening.

• Wigs or hairpieces may be worn as long as the wig or

hairpiece is of a natural hair color and the style and length

conform to appearance standards.

• The face will be clean-shaven, except that mustaches are

permitted. If a mustache is worn, it will be kept neatly

trimmed, tapered, tidy, and will not present a chopped-off

appearance. No portion of the mustache will cover the

upper lip line or extend sideways beyond a vertical line

drawn upward from the corner of the mouth. Handlebar

mustaches, goatees, and beards are not authorized. If an

appropriate medical authority prescribes beard growth, the

length required for medical treatment will also be specified.

• Hair-holding ornaments (such as, but not limited to,

barrettes, pins, clips, bands), if used, must be unadorned

and plain and must be transparent or similar in color to the

hair, and will be inconspicuously placed. Beads or similar

ornamental items are not authorized.

Professional Appearance

In uniform, you may wear a wristwatch, a wrist identification bracelet, and no more than two rings (wedding ring sets are

considered one ring). Earrings must not exceed 6 mm or 0.235 inch in diameter and must be gold, silver, white pearl, or

diamond. In general, earrings must be unadorned and spherical. Matched pairs must be worn. Females are also authorized

to wear lipstick and nail polish with all uniforms as long as the color is conservative. Extreme shades of lipstick and nail polish

such as purple, gold, blue, and white will not be worn.

Under NO circumstances are men permitted to wear earrings while on duty. They may not wear them while in uniform, or in

civilian clothes on duty, but they may wear them in civilian clothes off duty or on a military installation.

The regulation also states that there will be no attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation

to, under, or through the skin while in uniform, in civilian clothes while on duty, or in civilian clothes off duty on any military

installation or other places under military control, except for females wearing earrings as outlined in paragraph 1-14, Army

Regulation 670-1. Any tattoo or brand anywhere on the head or face is prohibited except for permanent makeup. Tattoos

that are not extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are allowed on the hands and neck (ALARACT 017/2006).

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WHAT TO WEAR / WHAT TO BRING

FOR RSP DRILL ****BRING A WATER BOTTLE TO DRILL!!!****

------ There will not be enough canteens to go around!!!!

REPORT in Army PT’s (APFU) IF you have them (bring your ACU’s

complete with everything you need to wear them!!!!).

IF NOT, Report in Civilian Clothing. Bring extra clothes and personal

hygiene gear.

Bring your Military ID Card and Drivers License with you for Identification.

ALSO bring your AKO E-mail address with you so you can enter it on the

“Warrior Pre-Ship Counseling” Form.

Drink Plenty of Water

Extra change of clothing **Remember to bring extra clothing

because of Physical Training!

Also…Don’t forget to bring personal hygiene products such as:

Pillow

Blanket

Razor

Shaving cream

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Soap

Towel

Shower shoes (flip-flops)

1 padlock

Pocket notebook and pen

**** Complete ACU’s with 2 changes of undergarments (t-shirt, socks

and underwear)

**** Complete set of the APFT uniform or civilian equivalent (solid white

socks over the ankle)

Words from top

Warriors,

This month’s RSP Drill is going

to be very busy with very little

time to accomplish a lot of

different things. You will be

spending the evening here, so

come prepared. Ensure you

have a change of under

garments and personal hygiene

products. I suggest you bring a

blanket and a pillow and

something to sleep in. “I forgot”

is not an excuse to not shave.

RSP’s incoming 1SG will be

spending his 1st weekend here

with us, let’s show him how

good we are and be on our “A”

game! As always, I look forward

to another fun weekend with

the RSP and look forward to

welcoming in a new 1SG.

James M Pariseau

Acting 1SG, ARNG

Sergeant First Class

ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES: You are required to notify your recruiter

immediately if there are any personal changes to your life, this includes:

Address change (no P.O. Box) must have a physical place to live Change of phone number(s) Married/divorced — legally responsible for any children and not married Illness/injury— that prevents you from attending drill or prevents any physical training while at drill Cannot attend drill due to other reasons — try and make up the drill before it is scheduled If not able to access AKO/MyPay….contact your recruiter before you come to drill Once you have an account, you have to change your password and/or pin number from a temp one to permanent within 30 days Health Care is available for all Army National Guard members at TriCare Reserve Select…It is much cheaper than Blue Cross or other plans Dental is also available at United Concordia

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PROMOTIONS

How do you get promoted?

The promotion clock starts when you enter IADT (leave for basic training). Six months after you enter basic

training you are eligible for promotion to E-2 (PV2), 1 year from that date you are eligible for promotion to E-3

(PFC) see chart below.

Basic Promotion Criteria: Time in Grade/Time in Service Requirements (AR 600-8-19)

Rank/Grade Time in Grade Time in Service

PV2/E-2 Private E-2

N/A

6Mo/ *4Month waiver

PFC/E-3 Private First Class

4Mo *2Mo

12Mo/ *6Month waiver

SPC/E-4 Specialist

6Mo.*3Mo

24Mo/ *18Month waiver

Why are some people already E-2s and E-3s and have not been to Basic Training?

Some people fall into the following categories prior to enlisting: (1) Completed one or two years of JROTC in

High School…Enlist as E-2 (2) Completed three or more years of JROTC in High School…Enlist as E-3 (3) Has

been awarded “Boy Scout Eagle Certificate” or earned the “Girl Scout Gold Award Certificate”…Enlist as E-2

(4) Completed 24 semester hours of college...Enlist as E-2, 48 semester hours of college…Enlist as E-3, or have a

four year degree..Enlist as E-4.

Pay Differences in Ranks

(Pay chart rates as of January 1, 2011)

Two Day Drill Annual Training Pay Monthly Active Duty

E-1 Private Under 4 Months $181 $ 624 $1,357

E-1 Private Over 4 Months $195 $ 674 $1,467

E-2 Private $219 $ 756 $1,644

E-3 Private First Class $230 $ 795 $1,729

E-4 Specialist $255 $ 880 $1,916

******Bring a water bottle to drill!!! There is not enough canteens to go around!!!!! *****************

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WHITE PHASE INSTRUCTORS: SFC LOIGNON & SSG BOUCHARD

Disassemble, Assemble and Perform a Function Check on the M16/M-9

Over the years, the marksmanship ability of an individual has been a predictor of his overall worth as a Soldier in combat. Additionally, the collective marksmanship ability of its Soldiers has been an accurate predictor of the overall worth of an army. Soldiers, regardless of their job, must ultimately rely on the rifle for individual protection, perhaps to save their own lives. All Soldiers will function more effectively when they are confident that their skill with the service rifle will ensure their personal protection. To ensure security of the nation, we must be prepared for all-out war; however, the actual involvement of combat forces may be more closely related to a "rifle versus rifle" environment than a high intensity all out war. It is difficult to visualize any military conflict that will not require all Soldiers to be proficient with the service rifle, given the high mobility of all forces, the fluid environment expected on the battlefield, and the inability to provide complete security in rear areas. Therefore, the requirement for American Soldiers to be proficient with the service rifle takes on added importance.

Squad Formations

Teamwork is the key to any successful mission. Squad movement requires a strong working knowledge of each team position. This lesson will review each position within the squad, as well as its function and responsibilities. It is incumbent upon you to make a determined effort to learn each position. As we proceed through the lesson plan it will become increasing clear why you will be required to know your job as well as every squad member’s job.

PROPER WEAR OF MILITARY UNIFORM

How you appear in uniform says a lot about who we Americans are – as individuals and as a people. The ARNG Uniform is a precious symbol of our nation’s sacrifices for freedom. And as the living legacy of the thousands who died for our way of life, the uniform deserves to be worn with pride.

Basic Military Communication

Understanding Basic Military Communication can save your life on the battlefield. Failure to properly identify yourself, your squad or your company could lead to preventable casualties. The instruction you receive over the next 50 minutes will be used not only on the battle field, but in many facets throughout your life.

RED PHASE INSTRUCTORS: SFC PARENT & SSG BARBEIRO

RSP Introduction

Our goal is to ensure you are Mentally Prepared for the task at hand, Administratively Correct, so as to properly support your families and provide for any personal needs, and Physically Fit to have confidence you need, to successfully graduate from Basic Combat Training.

Army's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Training

This class will provide you with the knowledge, awareness, and prevention techniques that you can apply to your daily activities. Also, this class is designed to stress the seriousness of sexual assault and to ensure that the Army‘s contemporary operating environment is safe and keeps to the highest standards.

History of the Army National Guard

The contribution of Army National Guard throughout America’s history is filled with acts of heroism, service beyond the call of duty, and far reaching bravery. Those individual Soldiers, as well as units are indeed a tribute to the spirit and nature of the individuals who have served under our proud flag. As a Soldier in this honored organization you share the pride, strength, resilience, and determination exhibited by past and present selfless service. You are the future of the Army National Guard, and the bearer of our country’s freedom.

Equal Opportunity and Sexual Harassment Policies and Programs (EO/POSH)

In this lesson you will learn the Army Equal Opportunity and Prevention of Sexual Harassment Program, and how to choose behaviors consistent with the Policy and Army Values.

Rank Identification and Reporting Procedures

One of your most immediate tasks is to identify army rank. You will properly address enlisted and officer personnel by the end of the day; therefore this lesson plan is of utmost importance. Proper identification of rank insignia and reporting procedures will greatly enhance your success while in the Army National Guard’s Recruit Sustainment Program, in Basic Combat Training, Advanced Individual Training, and throughout your military career.

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Important to Upcoming Shippers:

Anyone shipping out prior to the upcoming drill will need to have in their possession:

Valid Driver’s License/Photo ID, Original Social Security Card, ATM Card, Military ID Card If there were any changes that had occurred since enlistment (i.e. marriage, divorce, violations, child births, bank changes), you need to bring in the documentation so we can update this information prior to your shipping off to training.

Shipping out

Employer Notification: Long before you leave for BCT, you must tell your employer that you will be away from work. You’ll find the information you need in the Employment Rights of the Battle Book, in the family section. Army National Guard Liaison: The Liaison Officer/NCO is a member of the Army National Guard on active duty at military installations. Be sure that you have a phone number to reach him/her in case of delayed arrival or other emergency. You will receive an in-processing briefing by the Liaison Officer/NCO when you arrive at BCT.

Travel

On the morning you ship out you will leave from the parking lot of Camp Fogarty Armory on South County Trail, East Greenwich (RSP training site), and be at Camp Fogarty Armory NLT 0800hrs (8:00am).

-At Camp Fogarty Armory, you will be inspected to make sure you have not had any medical problems since you passed the physical the day you enlisted. -It is very important you notify your recruiter, Ms Lindley or Mr Sparks at Camp Fogarty during the drill of any medical problems that may arise… also watch your weight… if you are not sure call your recruiter. -You will travel to your Basic Training Reception Station by air, train and/or bus. If there is a delay or if the delay will cause you to arrive after midnight on your scheduled arrival date, get a statement from the ticket agent stating the reason (i.e. plane delayed because of weather) and call the 877-gomeps #.

Upon completion of Basic Training or AIT, we must receive a copy of your DD214 or DD220 and MOS orders. It is MANDATORY that within

72hrs from your return home, to contact the following personnel: Your Recruiter

Gold Phase (SFC Cloutier): You will complete your Structured Self Development training phase 1. This must

be completed before we release you to your units!

BLUE PHASE Instructors: MRS Lindley/ MR SParks

GREEN PHASE INSTRUCTORS: SSG DORSEY

FTX (Field Training Exercises)

Most branches of the US Armed Forces implement field training exercises into their military training courses for enlisted and officers. In the National Guard often as in other branches, conduct field training exercise here locally at Big River, East Greenwich in where Green Phase Soldiers can practice the skills they have learned Basic Combat Training (BCT). The purpose of this is to give these soldiers a refresher course of battle before they leave for Advance Individual Training (AIT). This also allows instructors to look for mistakes and correct them before their recruits are activated for a potential mission. The Green Phase Soldiers will be training with the OCS (Officer Candidate School) soldiers conducting Convoy Ops, Crossing Danger Areas, Breaking Contact, Reacting to Ambush and Navigating using Terrain Association.

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