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Choose your Username.  For the privacy and safety of you and/or your sailor, NO LAST NAMES ARE ALLOWED, even if your last name differs from that of your sailor (please make sure your URL address does not include your last name either).  Also, please do not include your email address in your user name. Go to "Settings" above to set your Username.  While there, complete your Profile so you can post and share photos and videos of your Sailor and share stories with other moms!

Make sure to read our Community Guidelines and this Navy Operations Security (OPSEC) checklist - loose lips sink ships!

Join groups!  Browse for groups for your PIR date, your sailor's occupational specialty, "A" school, assigned ship, homeport city, your own city or state, and a myriad of other interests. Jump in and introduce yourself!  Start making friends that can last a lifetime.

Link to Navy Speak - Navy Terms & Acronyms: Navy Speak

All Hands Magazine's full length documentary "Making a Sailor": This video follows four recruits through Boot Camp in the spring of 2018 who were assigned to DIV 229, an integrated division, which had PIR on 05/25/2018. 

Boot Camp: Making a Sailor (Full Length Documentary - 2018)

Boot Camp: Behind the Scenes at RTC

...and visit Navy.com - America's Navy and Navy.mil also Navy Live - The Official Blog of the Navy to learn more.

OPSEC - Navy Operations Security

Always keep Navy Operations Security in mind.  In the Navy, it's essential to remember that "loose lips sink ships."  OPSEC is everyone's responsibility. 

DON'T post critical information including future destinations or ports of call; future operations, exercises or missions; deployment or homecoming dates.  

DO be smart, use your head, always think OPSEC when using texts, email, phone, and social media, and watch this video: "Importance of Navy OPSEC."

Follow this link for OPSEC Guidelines:

OPSEC GUIDELINES

Events

**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed.  Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.

**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.

**UPDATE 7/29/2021** You now must be fully vaccinated in order to attend PIR:

In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).  

FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR UP TO DATE INFO:

RTC Graduation

**UPDATE 8/25/2022 - MASK MANDATE IS LIFTED.  Vaccinations still required.

**UPDATE 11/10/22 PIR - Vaccinations no longer required.

RESUMING LIVE PIR - 8/13/2021

Please note! Changes to this guide happened in October 2017. Tickets are now issued for all guests, and all guests must have a ticket to enter base. A separate parking pass is no longer needed to drive on to base for parking.

Please see changes to attending PIR in the PAGES column. The PAGES are located under the member icons on the right side.

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Visite esta página para explorar en su idioma las oportunidades de educación y carreras para sus hijos en el Navy. Navy.com

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March 2012 Blog Posts (130)

MY CHILD IS ON HER WAY FOR BOOT CAMP..

JUST HAD TO DROP MY DAUGTHER OFF TODAY AT THE HOTEL FOR HER TO LEAVE AND ALREADY IM MISSIN HER SO MUCH ...THEN SHE CALLS AND TELL ME SHE MADE FRIENDS WITH SOME GIRLS AND I SAID GOOD SO SHE FEELS GOOD AND NOT FEELIN LONELY BUT THEN SHE HAD TO HANG UP AND GO GET DINNER AND MY HEART BROKE THE TEARS INSTANTLY STARTED FALLIN WHEN I HUNG UP THE PHONE SHE IS MY WORLD AND MY BEST FRIEND THIS IS GONNA BE SOOOOOO HARD ON ME BUT AT THE END OF IT I'M STILL THE PROUD MOM OF A STRONG YOUNG LADY LOVE HER…

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Added by RENE'E MOM on March 26, 2012 at 7:30pm — 3 Comments

unemployment benefits?

  My SR requested to leave the Navy after less than a year.  He did get an Honorable Discharge, but he did not stay in the 4 years.  Now he is saying that he is eligible to receive Unemployment Compensation.    Is this true??   He is in the state of Florida.  This does not sound true to me but I was wondering if anyone knew about this?  thanks much!!

Added by gypsy on March 26, 2012 at 6:30pm — 7 Comments

Counting down the days...

My son leaves for boot camp July 2nd. He of course is counting down the days and so very excited. Joining the Navy is something he has talked about since he turned 11 and first joined the sea cadets. At first I thought "don't worry so much like all kids he'll change his mind half a dozen time" but he never did. His dream and goal has stayed true. When he turned 17 I went with him and we signed the papers. I have never been so proud. But now as the months fly by it's starting to hit me that…

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Added by Andysproudmom on March 26, 2012 at 4:39pm — 2 Comments

**SHIP 12 DIVISION 147** PIR MAY 11, 2012

I got my letter today!!! Anyone else here from the same ship and division? Graduation May 11, 2011! I can hardly wait to see my beautiful daughter! She wrote in a note that it was tough, but she is adjusting and she misses and loves us and can't wait til May 11 to see us!!! I was at work when I got the call from my husband saying it had come and I had to choke back tears. I'm excited to know I will see her then!!!!!!!!

Added by modaPIR5/11Ship12Div147 on March 26, 2012 at 1:00pm — 9 Comments

looking for advice?!

My fiance left march 1st and it has been tough but I know why he is doing this and I knew he was joining the navy when we got together! I just miss him more than ever! I am glad that our families keep me busy ! I do love him just I don't know what to do when I'm bored depressed and can't sleep here ? I also do try to plan a little bit of our wedding at times but try not to set anything for sure because I need to check with him as it is our wedding :)! What would be a good hobby? I am new to… Continue

Added by Mrs LaLa on March 26, 2012 at 1:29am — 2 Comments

Week Two

Still waiting patiently for a letter. Just hope he is ok. Miss him lots, feel like no one understands why I want to go to his PIR than miss it. I just want to see what he has been working so hard to achieve. And how much he has grown up. Does this make any sense?

Added by Gail (Ship 11/ Div 141) on March 25, 2012 at 9:09pm — 1 Comment

How the little things in life become so important....

Never in a million years did I expect a phone call from my youngest Daughter last November asking to come by and see me...Usually it was for school money...but we had just paid the last tuition payment for the semester. She came into my office and sat down and said "Now I don't want you to get mad"...Anyone who has a child knows, those are about the worst words any child could start a conversation with!...

I told her not to worry, only dogs get mad...I get angry! Well BOOM! she pops…

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Added by channa1 on March 25, 2012 at 7:35pm — 5 Comments

Making Reservations for May 11th Graduation

Wondering if it's to early to purchase airline tickets for graduation May 11th?  Any thoughts to share?

Added by Donna on March 25, 2012 at 7:24pm — 4 Comments

Thanks Everyone

I got my first letter from my  daughter. She doing good an she sounds happy. She said she was appointed medical YN. Then she said I got responibilty....That's my baby. Reach for the starts....I can't wait to see her at Graduation.

Added by cecemom on March 25, 2012 at 3:39pm — 2 Comments

What clothing is and isn't acceptable for PIR?

I was just wondering what clothing is and is not acceptable to wear at PIR. I specifically am asking about T-shirts. Is there anything that is totally a no-no? My husband and I have matching T-shirts that say NAVY(we are not in military) on them and wondered if they were acceptable to wear for PIR. Can anyone help? Thanks!

Added by modaPIR5/11Ship12Div147 on March 24, 2012 at 9:30pm — 15 Comments

Day 24 since leaving for Boot Camp

I'm getting kinda of depressed and a little sad that I have not received a letter since my son left for boot camp... Just selfishly wanting to know how he is doing and interested in his thoughts about boot camp.  :(

Added by mdamon70/SHIP11Div.134 on March 24, 2012 at 7:32pm — 11 Comments

Counting Down the Days!

I was posting on FB the number of days left until my baby (20 Years) old leaves...she asked me to stop...So I did..It runs through my mind everyday though.

 

I am so proud of her. She leaves May 15th for Basic...I sure would like to meet some more Mom's out there from the Arkansas area who have kids going into the Navy soon.

 

Just help in what to expect...

 

Carol...

Added by channa1 on March 24, 2012 at 8:51am — 3 Comments

03/24/2012 - Ring a ding a ding...got to talk with Matt for almost an hour!

Got a call from Matt last night and we talked for almost an hour!  He sounded great.  Says BC is tough but he loves it.  Says he does well at inspections and really knows how to fold his clothes the right way.  I guess that was from all the training he learned while working at The Gap where he constantly had to fold and refold clothes on the store's shelves.  :)

Says Div 924 is awesome, loves his team.  They earned their first flag this week for Academics and their overall…

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Added by MattsMama Ship 02/Div 924 on March 24, 2012 at 6:46am — 6 Comments

How long does Battlestation ladt?

How long does Battlestation ladt?

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Added by carol on March 23, 2012 at 10:41pm — 1 Comment

Gate Pass

How do I print out the gate pass. I went to a place and found the gate pass but there was no name on it and it wouldn't let me put it on or print it out. Please help me.

Added by Georgia on March 23, 2012 at 4:02pm — No Comments

son is graduating may 4th in rhode island

hi im new to this, myson will be graduating from ocs in rhode island on may 4th 2012. i have no clue what to expect. does anyone have anything they can tell me on like where is the best place to stay, and what the attire is on wearing at the graduation and the hi moms dinner? would appreciate any input.  thanks. cheryl

Added by cheryl on March 22, 2012 at 8:09pm — No Comments

Received "The Box" but no information packet...what now?

I just received my daughter"box" today but there is nothing in it to tell me her PIR date or anything really. I understood this would be inside the box. What in the world do I do now?

Added by modaPIR5/11Ship12Div147 on March 22, 2012 at 7:01pm — 3 Comments

When Michael leaves in August

Just talked to Michaels Rec. looks like I can take him to Little Rock Ar. for his swearing in at there office in August. I just have to have him at the hotel at the time requested. My good friend Cheryl and my sons best friend Matthew will be going with us and my younger son will also be there. We are all leaving early so we can do some things together as a family looks like were hitting the zoo, Imax and Outback Steak House (my kid loves his meat lol). We can even stay at the same hotel but…

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Added by Navy mom x2 on March 22, 2012 at 6:18pm — 9 Comments

Tiger Cruise

Absolutely cannot wait!!!  Going on Tiger Cruise on the Carl Vinson.  So excited to finally see my youngest son after he's been on deployment for what seems like forever and to cruise on this massive ship!  Looking forward to flying to Honolulu as Iv'e never been there before.  Husband to meet us in San Diego.

Just got back from Jacksonville, Fl after visiting with my middle son who is stationed there.  Able to stay right on base for the 2nd time in the Navy lodge.  Hope to go back…

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Added by 2 navy boys on March 22, 2012 at 12:39pm — 1 Comment

First Letter

Finally got my first letter from my SR and i must say she still seem to be the same person(lol) she keeps me laughing. SHe said she have a job passing out the laundry at nite so she is staying pretty busy. 

Added by hendersonc Ship11 DIV 134 4/27/1 on March 21, 2012 at 7:46pm — 4 Comments

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