Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

Does anybody know what it means when a recruit is assigned to ship's staff? I cannot find any information on this and I would like to know if this is a good or bad thing. Any information would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks so much.

TheresaH, my son was assigned to ship's staff. He had extra work to do. I didn't get all the details, but my son said he had more opportunity to earn a faster track to the next liberty phase once they are at school. For his group, it made things harder because while he was working, he wasn't practicing for PIR. So at the end of boot camp, he wasn't as prepared as the others. So I think it's both a plus and a minus.

LibrarianMom...Praying for you and your son!  

from my understanding they are in charge at PIR and they meet and greet the customers, like a helper.

3B'smoom i am hanging in there!! super tough! i check the mail religiously hoping i get a hand written letter! my daughter and i can't wait to see a letter in there one day! Aw lucky! i want a call but I'm sure it will come sooner then later!

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: August 11, 2017 TG 40 - 8 Divisions (245-250, 818 & 940) 4 guests

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

PIR: September 8, 2017 TG 44  - 14 Divisions (277-286, 819-821 & 944) 3 guests

PIR: September 15, 2017 TG 45 - 11 Divisions (287-296 & 945) 4 guests

PIR: September 22, 2017 TG 46 - 7 Divisions (297-302 & 946) 4 guests

PIR: September 29, 2017 TG 47

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Hi Nik's Mom that's awesome! When did he go?

My daughter went the 7th and was wondering how long before her box comes.

I GOT THE CALL!!! MY DAUGHTER IS IN 251 SHIP 11 !!! I HAVE A SAILOR!!!

So your daughter went to battle station already paigec? CONGRATS to you and your Daughter, Way to Go Girl! very exciting?

Ncdeb, my son left on 8/8/17.

paigec - CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You must be so proud and happy to have received the call.

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

PIR: September 8, 2017 TG 44  - 14 Divisions (277-286, 819-821 & 944) 3 guests

PIR: September 15, 2017 TG 45 - 11 Divisions (287-296 & 945) 4 guests

PIR: September 22, 2017 TG 46 - 7 Divisions (297-302 & 946) 4 guests

PIR: September 29, 2017 TG 47

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

ncedb, I left some info on your My Page that may help with locating "the box."

Thank you to all who help contribute to this site and those who offer congratulations. It has truly been the thing that has gotten me through the last 7 weeks. I've learned so much. I find myself checking for alerts so many times a day. Even my husband has gotten in the habit of asking me what everyone is saying each day. I will definitely share anything I learn at PIR and the day following as my sailor heads to her next adventure at A School in Pensacola. I feel so much more prepared (though I know there could be some surprises left too). 

Nukelukesmom, it happens every now and then for those flying to Pensacola because of the large number of Sailors who fly there. We have been hearing of recruits who have "A" School or training in other locations being told that they will fly out on Sunday, but so far only some who have flown to Pensacola have flown on Sunday--like KiddGreen1978's Sailor who has an AE contract. Your recruit will not have his flight details until very close to PIR; some don't have them until the morning of PIR. Check in the Nuke group and see if anyone has had a Sailor fly out on Sunday that I am not aware of.

Thank you ShawnMom.

(((((Jenn))))) that's a cyber hug for you from one Navy Mom to another.

@Nik'sMom, I wonder if they are in same division? I got the letter Saturday and my girl is in 947 Div.

Has anyone heard of any Diivison. being set back, with PIR of 9/817

Divisions are often threatened with being set back, but honestly, I have never heard of it actually happening.  Individual sailors, yes, that can happen, but a whole division?  That would be new.  

Struggling here...I was doing so well when my son left for Boot Camp.  No news was good news.  He got through his first tests no problems.  First inspection passed.  First letters were positive as was his three week phone call.  But then he got sick and was sent to hospital and now he is in limbo.  He made the call that he won't be graduating on time, which we totally expected.  He was supposed to get to call home yesterday but then he couldn't.  I really needed to hear his voice and make sure he is doing OK with the delay.  I really need to know what is going on with him and it takes days to get letters.  I am supposed to get one today, but I think it was written before he made his phone call.  I have no idea if the encouraging letters I sent last week have been forwarded to him...they were written before I knew exactly where he was and what his address is.  Sigh...I will feel so much better once I know his fate.  

Hi LibrarianMom I'm so sorry about the setbacks, I'm totally with you about the not knowing, I wish I knew about my son's division as to where they are and how they are doing. I'm sure though that you will be hearing from him soon, do you think maybe he is just trying to catch up on where he left off, that might be it and as to why you havent heard anything, please dont stress I'm sure your son is fine and just working to be on track since the setback of his illnes. I know it is easier said then done, but I'm sure he is in good hands.

Just found out that my daughter is leaving 8/23. Oh my Goodness. She was originally scheduled for 11/28. Guess we got some stuff to take care of. Not sure if mom is ready for the BC ride again so soon. #2 just graduated 8/4. 

Proud Parent of 3 Sailors.....I know the feeling.  My SR was supposed to leave in Dec. That got moved to 9/26. Fast forward-we received a call on 8/8 that he needed to be in GL on 8/10. Needless to say, that time went by way too fast!!  I am counting the minutes until I get his form letter.  This was tougher than I ever expected.  Hugs to you and your Navy family!

jenf3 I am glad I am not the only one going through this. I don't think anyone knows how tough it is when your kiddos decided to serve their country. My best friend's son is going away to college, a five hour drive and she is totally upset about it. I understand, but I'm thinking you can talk to him, go see him. Us military mamas don't have that luxury. Just feeling sorry for myself. Miss my kids. Thanks for the ear.

Proud Parent of 3 Sailors....no worries.  Glad I found this site. I thought I was ready; my husband is a Navy veteran and I was a military wife for quite a few years. But watching my kid leave was not something I was prepared for.  I do have a 20 yo in college 3 hours away. Yes, that is easier. I can see him any time.  I think it just takes time.

Proud Parent of 3 Sailors...I understand how you feel.  I am new to this and miss my daughter so much.  The weirdest things make me cry (like shopping at the grocery store...my daughter loves food!). I don't know how you're holding up with 3 kids in the Navy.  Sending hugs and prayers are you prepare for her to leave.  

You can buy the dvds after the PIR. My first son bought his pictures. I didn't even know they could do that. They do get paid during BC. They can join the Navy Credit Union. They have to pay for all their uniforms also.I think the formal photos can cost around 200 depending what your SR buys.

I have to admit the line to order the dvd was long. My son had already gotten his photos and went back to his ship to get them. I am going to have my second son order the dvd when he orders his photo package if he can do that.