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does anyone know if they are on hold to "class up" if they wait in VA or in GL? also how long is A school?some mom referred to Long hours? what exactly are the hours/duties? I was told by one person that the CS does not participate in the morning physical training but instead is preparring the breakfasts. the recruiter denied this. I am realizing that many things are uncertain.  

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thanks Nancy. I think I should learn early just to go with the flow right! And if he gets to spend some time in GL (since we live close) we will all be nicely suprised.

 

Our Sailor was on hold at the school for a week, he had a different journey though. Has was also held a bit after graduation due to a hurricane. School was about 6-7 weeks if I remember correctly, then they get their orders for duty station. Once in the fleet, they work long hours. It is not uncommon to work 12-15 hr days, everyone has to learn to work together and get the job done. They are together for long periods of time. As far as PT goes, don't think they do it as often as they have been, wait and see on that one. Wishing your Sailor all the best!!

Thanks sharon! someone told me that they had long hours and a recruiter told me different!  Nothing he can do about it now. Where is your son stationed? did he get a 2 week home visit after a school before his first duty?

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