Photo Caption: The Michlik family accompany yet another family member joining the New Jersey Army National Guard at Fort Dix on July 10. Left to right: Maj. William Heineman Executive Officer, Recruiting and Retention, Pvt. Joseph M. Michlik, Frank Morea, grandfather, Peggy Michlik, mother, Martin Michlik, father, and Sgt. 1st Class Marco Paredes, Career Counselor.

Pvt. Michlik, who is a graduate of East Brunswick High School, has been assigned to Troop B, 5th Troop, 117th Cavalry located at the National Guard Armory in West Orange. After attending Basic Training at Fort Knox, Ky., he will begin his advanced individual training as a Cavalry Scout. The cavalry scout serves as a member of scout crew, squad, section, or platoon in reconnaissance, security, and other combat operations.

The Michliks have two daughters who are also members of the New Jersey Army National Guard as Medical Specialists with the 250th Support Forward Battalion located at the National Guard Training Center, Sea Girt.

Anyone interested in joining the New Jersey Army National Guard and wants to attend college tuition free, while earning a part-time income and serving their community, state and nation should call Sgt. 1st Class Paredes at (732) 636-4131 or visit the New Jersey Army National Guard website at www.state.nj.us/military/army/