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july3rd she leaves

Brittany leaving in 3 days:( ...... sad for our life as we know to be changing. But happy she is getting the chance to better herself:) we will miss her but will look forward to all she has to learn.

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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on July 6, 2013 at 3:57pm

You are very welcome.

You may want to join, or at least check out, Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones), PIR Reference Information, and New Members Stop Here. Once you know your SR’s PIR date and/or division number, watch in Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) and/or at http://www.navyformoms.com/forum/topics/groups-listed-by-pir-date and join the group for that once it has been created. There will be a lot of great information and support for you in those groups. Be sure to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) and Discussions within the groups. Arrival and What Happens at the RTC within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) will let you know what is happening, but you will also want to check out the other Pages in all of the groups.

(Group names within this reply are clickable links.)

Permalink Reply by Jackie on July 6, 2013 at 11:54am
My duaghter a school is in chicago. anyone elses?
Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on July 6, 2013 at 3:23pm

What will her rating (job/specialty) be? There are groups for many of the ratings with "A" School in GL.

You will want to join  Great Lakes A School Q&A and GL A-school moms. You can also check out the Training Support Center (TSC) Great Lakes Facebook Page.

Permalink Reply by Jackie on July 6, 2013 at 4:17pm
Culinary specialist.
Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on July 6, 2013 at 4:28pm

Your SR will NOT be staying in GL, so don't join the groups above.

She will have "A" School in Fort Lee, VA at the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence. Join CS (Culinary Specialist) Moms and check out the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence Facebook Page. The Rating Information Card for CS can be found at https://www.cool.navy.mil/enlisted/rating_info_cards/cs.pdf. It indicates 9 weeks, but "A" School is 5-6 weeks after classing up.

Your SR will most likely fly out to VA the day after PIR, so plan to leave late Saturday or on Sunday. See  PIR Day and Liberty During PIR Weekend.

Permalink Reply by Macamerson on July 9, 2013 at 12:23pm

My son left July 3rd too.  Ive been writing letters every day and can't wait to get that first letter and real phone call.  I just want to know how he's doing.  Does he like it, hate it, so-so.  It's so hard.  Anxiously awaiting the PIR Date too.

Permalink Reply by Charlie Brown on July 10, 2013 at 9:14am
My daughter left on the bus in Miami, Florida and then went to the Great Lakes. Did you son also leave out of Miami? I am new to all of this so I was wondering where everyone is from.
Permalink Reply by Charlie Brown on July 9, 2013 at 9:33pm
Hi Jackie,
My daughter also left on 7/3/13. I received a call from late around 11:45 that night. That is it! Waiting for her belongings and an address to write her. How about you, have you received the "box" that everyone is referring to?
Michele from Florida
Permalink Reply by Mindy on July 10, 2013 at 1:00am

My son left 7/3 and  I received the BOX today..  I thought that was quick especially considering the holiday!  hoping the letter is soon to follow so I can start to send him letters. I feel so anxious to receive any info..

Permalink Reply by Jackie on July 10, 2013 at 6:46pm
Charlie brown, My daughter left out of columbus. and i got her box yesturday. cant wait to get her letter. i dont everyone recieves the boxes the same day. they say 7-10days. so how r u holdig up? its been hard foe me with britt gone but i couldnt be more proud. i am getting stronger for her. u have all of us moms and our support.
Permalink Reply by Phoebs on July 11, 2013 at 12:02am

My son left July 3rd as well. I have wondered every day how he is doing.  However, I'm sure he is lovin every minute of it, based on the smile on his face when he took his oath. Waiting patiently for his first phone call as well. I haven't received the box. To all you parents "hang in there".  We will have to become a team and stick together!  Best Wishes to you all! I am so very proud of all of them!

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