"It is my understanding that the highest rate you can leave BC is an E3. My daughter also had a contract as an E3. The first opportunity for advancement will be at the end of "A: school but there are no guarantees. My daughter…"
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Battle Stations 21
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ryan Straughan Jan 22, 2011. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I know there isn't a lot of information given out about BS21 and I understand why, but I hope this is a general question and someone knows the answer. I have seen where a lot of people have posted…Continue
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Chris Warner commented on TedIansdad's group Illinois Navy Dads"Well, it's been a long year since my daughter joined the Navy and went through Boot Camp, but we have been fortunate enough to see her on four different occasions since she went through PIR in February. After BC, she went to "A"…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"I'm about 2-1/2 hours from Great Lakes and today it is 51 degrees....almost unheard of in these parts for this time of year. We are driving to Chicago tonight to pick up our daughter who is coming in from San Diego for a late…"
Chris Warner left a comment for V. Michael Roberson"Michael,
We have more in common than you realize. My daughter has a degree in Criminal Justice and wants to be a Police Officer but after graduation every position that she applied for she made it to the final step only to be beaten out by former…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"I don't know what they are doing for the actual Thanksgiving meal, but she and her squadron buddy's are going to Knots Berry Farm to ride the roller coasters.......whatever trips your trigger!"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"We live about 2-1/2 hours from Great Lakes and we have the privilege of helping to serve Thanksgiving Dinner to about 200 Recruits who will be at the Villa Park VFW on Thursday! I won't be much help as I blew out my knee last week and am…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"My daughter went to BC last Dec 14th and not only did they NOT get leave on Christmas, they did not get to call home, either."
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Yes, being sick in Boot Camp seems to be the norm rather than the exception. My daughter was sick all through BC and "A" School wasn't much better. Everything seem to clear up once she got to "C" School where…"
Chris Warner commented on NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group Navy Daughters and their Dads"I will second the thought on gaining weight during BC. Our daughter did also. She had lost over 60 lbs before she left for BC and was quite upset that she gained about 10 lbs during BC mainly because they "didn't have anything…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"I believe that Tom is correct. However, once out of BC, I believe they can have their hair longer as long as it is kept up. My daughter cut her's before going to BC, then let it grow out and kept it up. She has since gone back…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Pensacola A School"Got another call on Thursday. The Navy came through with orders for five classes. She going to San Diego for "C" School and then will be stationed there assigned to a new squadron. She doesn't have to report until…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Pensacola A School"She called over the weekend and said that they are graduating on June 6th which is a good thing. The bad thing is the Navy is behind 4 classes on cutting orders. She has no idea where she may be going or when she will be going…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Pensacola A School"I have no idea why they waited so long. I know while we were down there last month we were talking to different sailors and marines and none of them had too much good to say about going to see the medical people.
On another note, our…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Another point about a watch. If you are thinking along the lines of something that he or she can wear while on duty, it has to be something that conforms to regulations. They cannot wear just any watch. If you are thinking alone…"
Chris Warner commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Pensacola A School"Grant, sounds familiar. My daughter was sick for most of BC and has been sick off and on in Pensacola since she got there in Feb. Took them 5 weeks to finally give her an antibiotic for a sinus infection. Anyway, the good news is…"
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- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Blair
- What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
- AT
- Describe a little about yourself:
- Retired Industrial Electrician that specialize in IT Support. Am currently working for a Community College District as an IT Manager
- What brought you to this site:
- My daughter is recently enlisted
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- I was concerned (and still am) that she was enlisting for the right reasons. She is a college graduate and spent a year trying to find a job in her field. She was over weight but was very motivated and lost over 60 lbs just to be able to enlist. She was as solid as a rock when she went off to BC and in her first letter indicated that she was upset that she hadn't been able to workout for over two weeks and all she wanted to do was workout! I was not sure that she had the mental strength to survive in BC, but I am hopeful. It's only been since 12/14, but she indicated that she will "do what they tell me to do and am determined not to give up."
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- My wife found the site.
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- At 5:39pm on February 21, 2011, Jeffery J. Smith said…
Hi Chris,
My wife met your daughter this week, on Sunday morning to be exact. She was walking with my daughter and another young man. My daughter said she is in the bunk next to your daughter. They seem to be good friends. This weekend was amazing. Very emotional, my wife and I are still in awe from the ceremony and the changes in our daughter. She is now confident, and mature. We stayed at the Ramada this weekend, they had a nice meet and greet for the Navy families, were you and your wife there?
- At 8:41pm on January 3, 2011,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads !
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- At 8:41pm on January 3, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Chris! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new friends. Read the discussions and add your comments. Browse through the postings in the various groups or start a new one. I certainly have! If you have any comments, questions or concerns about your sailor and what she is going through...be sure to post them! In my experience someone here can answer your questions or concerns or can point you in the direction to find out. I'm blessed to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) is stationed on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) recently completed her enlistment on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Chris this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Blair is doing! Please remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors and the fleet in mind. On the right or starboard side of every NavyDads page is an area we call About This Site. Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link for some guidelines as to what we should and should not talk about in a public forum.
As a parent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your daughter is going through. In the Navy Bootcamp group is a discussion called A MUST READ for all New Navy Parents. Read through this post as it will do a lot to give you some understanding about what your sailor is learning and why. And be sure to check out the videos available in the Bootcamp Group as well.
As PIR draws closer, be sure to spend some time going through the PIR-Tips, Hints and Helps group- we’ve tried to assemble some tips and suggestions to make your sailor's PIR more enjoyable. Best Regards- Paul
- At 6:48am on January 3, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said… - Chris, she'll get plenty of work out time in boot camp, believe me. I would say that it sounds like she's ready for a change in her life. If she stays focused, she'll be fine. Having the degree is going to help. My son told me after boot, he said "Dad, for the first four weeks they didn't even know my name. I kept my mouth shut and did what I was told". We had the same mis-givings, but he did it. Blair will do it to. When you write to her, just keep encouraging her, and tell her that you think she's made the best decision of her life. Keep us posted. I suggest that you join the Boot Camp group, and the PIR tips and hints group. Lots of other going through what you are.
Jim
- At 6:38am on January 3, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Welcome aboard to Navy Dads Chris! When my son first enlisted, I was a little scared and worried for him. Not coming from a military family at all, I had no idea what to expect. What I found out was that he had made the most mature decision of his life! I found lots of answers to my questions right here on NavyDads.com. I will brag a little here and tell you that I was the first dad outside of the creator’s family to join this site. After two years, E.G. and Paul asked me to become one of the co-administrators. I was honored. But this is not about me, it’s about you and your Sailor!
I have one sailor in the family - my son Stephen is an AWO2. (Air warfare systems operator) He is a Petty Officer 2nd Class and flies in the P-3 Orion sub hunter. Currently he is with VP-45 in Jacksonville, FL. This is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Blair is doing!
We do ask that you remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors in mind at all times. On the starboard side of every Navy Dads page is an area we call “About Us.” Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link and the NavyDads Guidelines link. Also check out the FAQs at the top of the pages, and also on the starboard side. There is lots of information there as well. Also be sure to check out the “Navy Dads Tutorial” in the FAQ section. It’s a short video that will help you to navigate around the site.
Also be sure to stop by the NavyDads official store- Navyoutfitters.com. The Navy Blue tee shirt with the NavyDads.com logo is my favorite! Again, welcome and we’ll see you around the fleet! GO NAVY! HOOYAH!
Best Regards- Jim
- At 6:35am on January 3, 2011,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Chris, Welcome Aboard!
When my son first enlisted in the Navy I found NavyForMoms in searching for answers to his future. I just knew their had to be a site for dads but found out I was wrong. So I started this site so us dads would also have a place to call home. I'm new at this and hope this site will benefit fathers that follow behind us. So jump right in share concerns, join groups, share info, and show off your Sailor. I'm so glad to find out their are so many proud Navy Dads just like myself. I hope this site benefits you and your family throughout your daughters journey in the Navy. Thank Blair for her service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
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