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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.
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**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.
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A place for past, present and future mom's of NROTC students to exchange information and support. Family, friends, and others can gather general information about Navy ROTC and officer programs. Everyone is welcome !!
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Latest Activity: May 21, 2022
Discussion Forum
How to pick NROTC units for scholarship app?
Started by rudyinok. Last reply by Suzie Nov 20, 2018. 31 Replies 1 Like
Hello :) I am very new to this forum, but my son has been wanting to be a Navy officer for several years now. He is now a junior at a special math and science high school. He will graduate from this high school in May 2014. so, this coming…Continue
PRK for Aviation
Started by willysmom. Last reply by 2017Commission Aug 18, 2017. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Hi my son is a sophomore at USC and is planning on applying for flight school (I'm sure that is not the correct term for it) but he will need prk or lasik. He has been told that either is fine and that we just find a doctor to do it and get it…Continue
Looking to join navy, need help
Started by Hopefulnavyrecruit. Last reply by 2017Commission Aug 18, 2017. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hello everybody. Thanks for reading this, I'll try to keep it short.I am 17 years old, and I did not receive a normal, steady, education because of moving around so much all the time as a kid. I finally learned fractions last year, and am now on…Continue
Son not selected for NROTC scholarship
Started by luckymomx4. Last reply by Suzie Aug 2, 2017. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Our youngest son, Mark wasn't selected to receive the Navy ROTC Scholarship. He applied to 5 colleges and so far has received letters of acceptance to 3 so far. No clue as to why. We really thought he was going to get it. He applied in August 2015…Continue
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Comment by Sweet*Southern*Lady on December 10, 2010 at 12:09pm
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I wish we could promise to be home more. This is my 5 or 6th Christmas gone from my family so its not to bad for me or them. have a I think the DB might rough time and his family because this is his first Holiday season gone (he wasn't always home on Xmas but alway by the 27 or 28). We can't promise that we'll be home more because the DB has to attend classes anytime they are offered for the 2.5 years so he can walk in May '13 graduation. :( The only reasons were even going home is for my bestfriend wedding and his "sister's" wedding each we'll be in on Thursday out on Sundays :( . He just can't miss school. I feel terrible about it. I know when he gets to flight school an were only 12 hrs from home and in the same time zone we'll all see each other more that just seems like a long time away.
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Hi ladies! So I think our parents are pretty sad we're not going home. I'm not sure how to make it any better. :( Any Ideas? We already know we'll for sure be skyping on Christmas Day. But it doesn't make it any better.
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Comment by ArmyNavy mom on November 24, 2010 at 11:26pm
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A big hug to you NavyMomXXXY. I'm sure the house is quiet without them. I don't think that's ever something you get used to. There is nothing to forgive, and your mood is what it is...missing your kids. God bless and try to have peace in your heart this Thanksgiving.
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My son is finally home after not seeing him since August, also. I am so enjoying him, but still a little sad knowing he will have to leave....I'm just trying to concentrate on appreciating the time we have. Blessings to all you NAVY MOMS out there who get to be with your kids, and to those who cannot, a special prayer.
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Comment by Megan on November 24, 2010 at 4:02pm
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Happy Thanksgiving to you all! I have not seen my son since August! Needless to say, I am REALLY looking forward to seeing him. I know it will get easier, but wow, what a long haul.
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I think the irregularity of the NROTC programs between schools is the program's down fall. I mean comparing the laxness of the program Brady is in to the rigor of other programs that we have friends in honestly concerns me. Because Brady is prior enlisted and is very grounded I'm not as concerned for him I feel he has a good grasp on what is needed to be done. I guess i just think a little more consistency would be good for the program overall.
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Hey Congrats to Sabrina & Cheryl! All that hard work paid off. That is awesome!
I had to ask my son about his - in my experience boys don't share as much information. I didn't realize this, but because he is Marine option, his is on a different schedule. He had a CFT (combat fitness test) this week, and then he'll have the PRT next week. He passed the CFT just fine. They have been working them very hard, running alot, etc.
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Comment by Zachsmom on November 16, 2010 at 11:47pm
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Thanks for the info Beth hokiemom. Congrats to all who passed their PRT! I wish I could of went to my son's Navy ball. You all look great NavymomBarb! I agree, being a Navy Mom does Rock!
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Great looking photo Navy Mom Barb! Handsome family and cute date! And his suit fits appropriately!
We saw people with tags still on clothing. it was a mess.
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Comment by Rose on November 15, 2010 at 11:10pm
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My mid gets the book stipend deposited to his ckg account, just like the monthly stipend. The tuition is paid directly to the school.
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