Desert Young Marines

Gwen Hogan, Adutant

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:33:58 +0000

Ms. Hogan has been with the Unit for about 3 years. She is currently serving as the Adjutant which assists the CO in the administration duties, Ms. Hogan currently is a school teacher at Village Meadows Elementary School.

Olivia Hernandez, Paymaster

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:33:37 +0000

Ms. Hernandez has been with the Unit for about 3 years. As the Paymaster, she manages the financial matters of the unit to include maintaining the budget as well as the Young Marine accounts. Ms. Hernandez currently works for Maricopa County.

Antoinette Gonzales, Training Coordinator

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:33:15 +0000

Ms. Gonzales has been with the Unit for about 3 1/2 years. Serving as the Training Coordinator, she planning, coordination and execution of Training in regards to Special Training as well as meeting the requirements for obtaining Ribbons and meeting the requirements for the Training Guidebooks. Ms. Gonzales currently is a Juvenile Probation Officer for Maricopa County.

Sylvia Avila, Attendance Officer

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:32:52 +0000

Ms. Avila has been with the Unit for about 4 years. Serving as the Attendance Officer, she maintains the records of attendance of all activities including Community Service, Special Training, regular drill meetings and fundraisers. Ms. Avila should be the first to contact if you are unable to attend a meeting or function. Also, you can aquire a Leave of Absence (LOA) from her for advance notice of an absence. She can be reached at (623) 691-9585.

Gary Bullock, Fundraising Officer

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:32:30 +0000

Mr. Bullock has been with the Unit for about 6 months. He is responsible for organizing and execution of all fundraising functions. Mr. Bullock currently works at Anthem Online College.

Executive Officer

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:32:08 +0000

We currently do not have an Executive Officer (XO).

Michael Roach, Commanding Officer

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:31:45 +0000

Mr. Roach has been working with the Desert Young Marines for 3 1/2 years. He started by being a helpful parent doing whatever was needed by the CO. Later he became involved as the Training Officer and when the previous CO had to step down due to work restraints, he was elected as the Commanding Officer. Mr. Roach’s philosophy for the Unit is for the Young Marines to learn respect for others, know that there are other options than drugs and gangs, and to have fun while learning. Mr. Roach is a flight paramedic with Native Air Ambulance, a AeroMedical Company based in Arizona.

How can you help?

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:29:18 +0000

There are many ways you can help. One, be a great supporter of your Young Marine and encourage them. Two, you can become a registered adult by going to the “Staff Room” and download the forms required. Three, you can just help out with transporting equipment, helping with the paperwork, making flyers and the list goes on. Four, we are not-for-profit and we are always looking for donations whether monetary or material. Ask any Staff member how you can help!

How can I/my youth join?

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:29:01 +0000

If you are interested, we would like to invite you to come to one of our regular drill meetings to see what we do. Visit with the Adult staff, the young marines and parents to help decide if this is something you would like to become involved in.

What the Young Marines Program IS NOT?

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:28:41 +0000

The Young Marines program is NOT a summer camp, day care program or military school. If you are looking for a babysitter, don’t look here… DO NOT expect the Young Marines Staff to raise your child. However, we will re-enforce standards of good behavior and academic achievement expected by any parent, as well as by society, for their child. We are not social workers, so don’t expect us to work miracles in behavior improvement or behavior modification with your child.