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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.
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.
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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."
**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).
**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 isno 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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At 9:12am on November 14, 2011, HM__Mom Ruth said…
Thanks. I'll send you whatever pictures and video I get. I'm all packed and ready to go.
At 9:34am on November 10, 2011, HM__Mom Ruth said…
Thanks for your son's name. I will try to get video and still photos as well for you. Charlotte is headed to Newport, Rhode Island--a long way from home. Your son will be far from home, too, I think.
That is awesome. I am so glad you got to see him and making the ribbons into a magnet was a great idea. I still have one from my daughters PIR (over a yr ago) hanging from the mirror in my car lol. I bet he is so happy to finally be out of boot camp ;-) Stay in touch and let me know how he is doing. The first few weeks of A-school can also be pretty hard so if you have any questions let me know.
I just read that your son was doing well and was having battlestations last week but no PIR. I am so happy for him. I know he must be glad to be better and ready to begin his next adventure. I hope you are doing well. Let me know if you are going to go to hia A-school graduation. Some of them are very small and not many people come but some are bigger. It just depends on his rate and how many are graduating. Maybe I can re-do the ribbons for you. I hope you get to see him soon. I know it has been a long hard journey.
Oh, WOW! That is SO exciting! Yes, light that candle....he sure has earned it! You will have a United States Navy Sailor tomorrow! HOOYAH! I'm so happy for you...and can just picture that smile on your face! Please tell him congrats from all on Navy for Moms! We are so proud of him! Best of luck in his next journey at A School! Can't wait for you to get that call tomorrow!
You know, I was actually hoping he would finish straight out of RCU and just leave - I didn't care, I just wanted him out of there. But, I'm glad I got to see the PIR afterall. Ya just never know how it's all gonna end. Some leave straight from RCU and some go through PIR. Either way is great. And yes, it is finally over. I did not meet anyone else there that had a kid in RCU or that had been there as long as my son. Exactly 100 days at the time of PIR. He left on the 101st day, but he left so early that he never even saw a petty officer/RDC so that didn't count!!!!!! How did your w/e call go??? What did he accomplish this week? And how is he feeling?
This has happened a few times. You can take the DIV numbers off by porting your fingernail under the edge and pulling them off. There is a good chance the first number may be the same so I wouldn't take them off yet. I will send you new numbers free of charge to put on them a soon as you know the new DIV number. I know this is hard but hopefully he will be back on track and have a new PIR date very soon. a year from now a setback of a couple of weeks won't seem like such a big deal and it often turns out to be a good thing in the end. I will keep him in my prayers. Let me know how things are going.
I believe that when that chat room was started RCU was in ship 6. I think ship 6 was being renovated so everybody was moved to ship 4. Same thing though.
KC had a stress fracture of the Talus bone- just under the ankle. The doctor told him 8-10 weeks recovery. He actually recovered in 6 which makes me think that it was a very small fracture. He moved into RCU (ship 4). They do nothing related to reaching the goal of PIR other than rest and physical therapy. There are 4 phases of P.T. and they have to progress through all phases and then the final 'medical run' to get out. When you talk to him, get all your questions out and answered - then talk about what is going on in the world, or in town or with the family b/c it has been my experience that they lose touch with the outside world and feel better talking about stuff other than RCU. My son was absolutely miserable in there. If by chance, your son likes Dungeons and Dragons, there are a few guys there that are into that. My son wasn't. Lots and lots and lots of mail. I even had my 7 and 10 yr olds whole class make get well cards. That kept him busy reading them for a while. I didn't send them all at the same time, but spread them out so he had a few each day. Then, when we had gatherings like a baby shower, or Easter dinner, I set out stationary and asked everyone to please write a quick note of encouragement. And, the calls don't always come on a Sat. or always on a sunday. They change depending on the mood of the RDC. So, never leave your phone!!!! The calls come between 1pm-6pm (ET).
Hello! I agree w/ Diannep- breathe, and you know what? All the thing you hear are actually true. He is in good hands, he will be seen by a Dr once a week, he will go to physical therapy 3 times a week and he will get LOTS OF SLEEP. They go to bed by 9:30pm and don't have to get up quite as early. He will be allowed to call you once every weekend to give you updates & the call will last approx 30min to 45min. It is a very depressing atmosphere, I must warn you- so gather the troups to send A LOT of letters! I can tell you so much more but don't want to overwhelm you.
I'm so sorry...Ok, first advice for you...BREATHE! This happens often...stress fractures and other broken bones happen alot. Step up your letter writing to him, and try to get others to write often. It can get discouraging there....and they need to stay UP! I would like to put you in touch with a lady on the 7/29 group. Yep, your group! KCsMom(ship9Div240). Please message her. Her son just went through this. I think she can help you alot. Tell her that I sent you to her. OK? This is a time when you need to network with other ladies in your spot. She may tell you to join RCU, Ship 6 and Ship 5 (formerly Ship 17) groups for more support. Find KCsMom either from the posts on 7/29 are in the group members listing at the top of 7/29's page. Hang in there....this is just a bump in the road for him...remind him of that...he'll get there. And the GOOD thing is...he will eventually be put into another division to continue training and will PIR then!
Hey! Well, I try...ha! My son PIRed back in Feb 2010 so I have had a long time on the site to collect info to pass along to you all. I try to be as accurate and encouraging as possible! Let me know if you have any questions!
Well, here we are in week four, how are you doing? Have you gotten a phone call or anymore mail from your son? Nothing here. I'm hoping for a letter tomorrow. Have you made arrangments for graduation yet? I was thinking we might get a room close to the base that way we could meet with some of the other parents. I better get off here. I have work to do. I hope all is well with you and your family. Talk with you soon. : )
I forgot your e mail address at my office. I haven't been on line much. I'm training for a half marathon so I've been busy after work. How was your weekend? I'll tell Austin to give Tim some paper so he can write home. : ) Hang in there, I'm sure you'll get a letter soon. Are you working? I was thinking about calling you tomorrow on my lunch break at noon. What do you think? I have your number saved in my phone. Let me know if you'll be available. I'm sorry I have to log off now. I was up early and I'm tired. I'll talk with you tomorrow. Have a good night and stay strong.
I was trying to write to you yesterday and before I knew it the day was over and I was ready for bed. How was your weekend? No box from Austin but he did send three letters. I went home for lunch and heard the mail lady so I went out and was so HAPPY to see mail from my son. : ) he said in his final letter - PS Mom, I heard you've been talking with one of my shipmates. I'm at work so I'll write to you tonight at your other e mail address. Shawna
Hi, sounds like fun. We have a small lake in our town, google it sometime. : )
Have fun this weekend. Maybe I'll get my kid in the box tomorrow. I think the weather is supposed to be nice this weekend. Congratulation on 31 years!! That is awesome. : )
I'll e mail you at your other address this weekend.
Awww, you got your box? !! I haven't gotten mine yet. I probably won't get one.
I'm sorry I had to be so quick the other day. I'm going to sit down and write to you tonight. It's been really BUSY at work and I'm doing my job and helping someone else. Then after work it seems like there is always something. I'm not getting home until 9 at night.
Anyway, I better get to work, it was good talking with you and I'll write again tonight.
Hi Wi Mom,
Hope you have adjusted to not having your son around.
My Grandson has written a note to his Mom and brother, but nothing for Grandma. Oh well, I know how busy they are and his Mom, Brother should come first.
Best wishes.
Old dame71
Just a quick note, I'll write back tonight after I get home. I've been so busy I can't believe it's already Wednesday. Can I ask what your sons name is? Also, my husband and I would love to meet you and your family.We will be attending the graduation with our daughter, hopefully she is able to get off work and not have class that day. : ) I thought I was doing ok, not missing Austin and then a friend of mine sent me pictures taken at his graduation.... I was almost in tears. My co workers son is in the mariens and she talks alot about when her son when to basic traing. : ) It is interesting. Have an awesome day and I'll give you my contact information -
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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.
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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:
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**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).
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**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.
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Thanks. I'll send you whatever pictures and video I get. I'm all packed and ready to go.
Thanks for your son's name. I will try to get video and still photos as well for you. Charlotte is headed to Newport, Rhode Island--a long way from home. Your son will be far from home, too, I think.
Happy Monday!!
Well, here we are in week four, how are you doing? Have you gotten a phone call or anymore mail from your son? Nothing here. I'm hoping for a letter tomorrow. Have you made arrangments for graduation yet? I was thinking we might get a room close to the base that way we could meet with some of the other parents. I better get off here. I have work to do. I hope all is well with you and your family. Talk with you soon. : )
Hi again,
I forgot your e mail address at my office. I haven't been on line much. I'm training for a half marathon so I've been busy after work. How was your weekend? I'll tell Austin to give Tim some paper so he can write home. : ) Hang in there, I'm sure you'll get a letter soon. Are you working? I was thinking about calling you tomorrow on my lunch break at noon. What do you think? I have your number saved in my phone. Let me know if you'll be available. I'm sorry I have to log off now. I was up early and I'm tired. I'll talk with you tomorrow. Have a good night and stay strong.
Hi,
I was trying to write to you yesterday and before I knew it the day was over and I was ready for bed. How was your weekend? No box from Austin but he did send three letters. I went home for lunch and heard the mail lady so I went out and was so HAPPY to see mail from my son. : ) he said in his final letter - PS Mom, I heard you've been talking with one of my shipmates. I'm at work so I'll write to you tonight at your other e mail address. Shawna
Hi, sounds like fun. We have a small lake in our town, google it sometime. : )
Have fun this weekend. Maybe I'll get my kid in the box tomorrow. I think the weather is supposed to be nice this weekend. Congratulation on 31 years!! That is awesome. : )
I'll e mail you at your other address this weekend.
Have fun and we'll talk soon.
Awww, you got your box? !! I haven't gotten mine yet. I probably won't get one.
I'm sorry I had to be so quick the other day. I'm going to sit down and write to you tonight. It's been really BUSY at work and I'm doing my job and helping someone else. Then after work it seems like there is always something. I'm not getting home until 9 at night.
Anyway, I better get to work, it was good talking with you and I'll write again tonight.
Have an awesome day.
Hope you have adjusted to not having your son around.
My Grandson has written a note to his Mom and brother, but nothing for Grandma. Oh well, I know how busy they are and his Mom, Brother should come first.
Best wishes.
Old dame71
Good Morning,
Just a quick note, I'll write back tonight after I get home. I've been so busy I can't believe it's already Wednesday. Can I ask what your sons name is? Also, my husband and I would love to meet you and your family.We will be attending the graduation with our daughter, hopefully she is able to get off work and not have class that day. : ) I thought I was doing ok, not missing Austin and then a friend of mine sent me pictures taken at his graduation.... I was almost in tears. My co workers son is in the mariens and she talks alot about when her son when to basic traing. : ) It is interesting. Have an awesome day and I'll give you my contact information -
Shawna Carter
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if you are ever in this area please call, : )
Take care,
Shawna