United States Navy League Cadet Corps

Training Contingent

NLCC Orientation LBVA

LCDR William J. Gallagher, NSCC

Building B-30, Constitution Hall

Naval Station Norfolk

Norfolk, Virginia 23511

E-mail:

Phone: (757) 403-2749

From: Commanding Officer Training Contingent

To:Parents/Guardians of Cadet Trainees

Subj:PARENT INFO

Ref:(a) NLCC Regulations

(b) NSCC Uniform Regulations

  1. If you will take a few minutes to read the cadet information memo and seabag list, you will pretty much know what is going on. I cannot stress too strongly:CADETS MUST BRING ALL ITEMS SHOWN ON SEABAG LIST! PLEASE double-check the cadet's uniforms, etc., against the seabag list page. They will have a seabag inspection upon arrival, and if they are missing ANYTHING, the driver/escort will be responsible for getting it before they can depart. I do not have uniform items, flashes, stripes, or ribbons. Also, my budget will not support buying items from the exchange or anywhere else for them.
  1. I advise that if your cadet is not prepared for hot/humid weather,you try to get them used to it. We keep the barracks facility itself quite cool, and because of being on the east coast in mid-summer, there is some riskofheat stress. We KNOW what to watch for and how to deal with it. Your cadet will be CONSTANTLY force-fed liquids, particularly when outside and at meals. Folks, please don't forget--your signature on the training request certifies your cadet is medically qualified to attend and participate fully in this training. If, for some reason, your cadet CANNOT be out in the heat and humidity for a few hours a day (well broken up), please do NOT send them!
  1. VERY IMPORTANT (as mentioned in the seabag list):

· Canteen, cover, belt.

· Keyed padlock (at LEAST 1-1/4" long shank) w/TWO keys.

· Dog-tag type chain to wear their locker key on.

  1. Make sure they bring two pair of regular athletic shoes. One pair WILL LIKELY get soaked!
  1. The oxford shoes spelled out in the seabag list means BLACK, ROUND TOE, LACE-UP, LEATHER ONLY, MILITARY-STYLE OXFORD SHOES. BOOTS AND NON-MILITARY DRESS SHOES WILL DESTROY THE CADET'S FEET! THEY WILL BE WEARING THESE OXFORDS EVERY DAY! Corfam (black, shiny vinyl) dress shoes are NOT PERMITTED for cadets by the NSCC/NLCC Uniform regulations.
  1. While there are some fun activities planned during this training, it IS considered BOOT CAMP. The cadets will be formed into companies, assigned specific bunks to sleep in (male and female separate spaces), have physical training and classroom academics EVERY DAY! They will stand regular inspections and two-hour watches on their "duty" days. They will learn how to make their bunks military-style, stow their lockers neatly, clean their spaces, march proudly in formation, and other discipline-oriented activities. They will also be expected to respond IMMEDIATELY to commands using correct military protocol. If they do not, they will be subject to some degree of "motivation" (this does NOT include touching or handling the cadets in any way!). In some instances, this will involve the raising of voices, or more descriptively, "barking". This is the traditional way most commands are given in the military, based on approved training and drill manuals. It is often also necessary for large numbers of people to hear everything that is being said. By and large, the "process" is referred to as "regimentation", or, "do this right now", "stand at attention" or, "you have 15 minutes to get your bunks and lockers squared away before inspection--MOVE"! This training is INTENDED to be a taste of military boot camp (with a few interesting things thrown in). Your cadet will be proud of him/herself AND her/his company when they return home.
  1. Cadet discipline is generally handled through what is known as a "street-mark" system. This involves each cadet carrying small pieces of paper stapled to the inside of their notebooks. Most minor infractions of the rules are documented on one of these "chits", witnessed by a staff adult, and result in points deduction from not only the individual cadet, but their entire company, as well. These points can make or break an individual/company from honors at graduation. More serious violations are handled through counseling or, unfortunately, sending the cadet home at parent/unit expense. Your cadet needs to understand that disruptive or unresponsive behavior cannot be tolerated as it WILL affect the rest of the training contingent (this includes lagging behind, mouthing-off, refusal to participate in ALL activities, property damage, stealing, failure to eat, drink, or maintain personal hygiene, etc). Instances of this type behavior will be referred to the cadet's unit CO, who will discuss the issue with you and arrange for transport home, if necessary. Injuries or sickness (sprains, strains, stomach flu, etc.) are handled pretty much the same. Any injury or sickness that prevents the cadet from participating, or results in prescription medication being prescribed, will generally result in a trip back home. Finally, some kids will simply try to "suck it up", and try to proceed with the training (like they see on TV) so they don't get embarrassed in front of their peers by appearing "wimpy" or "lame". Usually, they get found out, but you should also advise them that this is a BAD PRACTICE! I have done this myself, and am paying for it now and for life. Kids can be very adept at this. Please discourage this practice.
8.Training companies will be comprised of male and female cadets. They WILL, obviously, be berthed in separate wings of the facility. Each wing is an open-bay berthing arrangement, with two-up racks and complete head facility.
9.Please DO NOT forget to bring each cadet's complete personnel record. Cadets coming without records will have to be placed on administrative hold pending receipt.
10.ID cards MUST either be carried by the cadet, or contained within their personnel file. The ID card will be verified upon check-in and cadets arriving without, or with expiredID cards,will be returned home immediately! As you know, this is for insurance reasons.
11.I need to know the travel arrangements for each cadet you are sending and their T-Shirt Size, e-mailed to me at as soon as possible. If arriving/departing by personal vehicle, please send the driver's name,IF THE VEHICLEDOES NOT HAVE A DOD STICKER FOR ACCESSTO THE BASE. Drivers MUST have a photo ID and be willing to stand by while their transportee's records are verified and seabags inspected. Flying is not recommended for youths of this age, as special escort arrangements generally have to be made with the airlines. If you must send them by air, please use ONLY NORFOLK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (ORF) for arrival and departure. Cadets MAY traveland report incivilian clothes. They will change to dress uniformfor initial inspection and check-in. We will pick-up the Cadets from the Airport, etc. and take them back when the Training is done.
12.Three meals a day will be provided by NAVSTA galley. The first meal will not be until the evening of 06JUL14, and this only for cadets arriving NO LATER THAN 1600 (due to published galley hours). Please remind parents/drivers that the cadets will need to be well-fed and hydrated before and during their travel.
13.Check-in will commence on06JUL14at 0900. Please try to arrive before 1600 due to chow hours, as stated above.
14.Graduation will take place in Building C-9 Theatre, at 1200,12JUL14located across from B-30. The ceremonyshould take about an hour and a half, then back to barracks for changing and dismissal. This auditorium can quickly become not available to us (it has happened). Parents please be flexible. Addresses, contacts,and directions are on separate pages of this site.
  1. Cadet attendees who are on prescription medications Must complete and submit the NSCTNG 025 Medical History Supplemental for Training Authorization, Consent and Release to me as soon as possible. We have a first aid locker in the event of a minor scrape, headache, etc. I will have Medical Personnel as part of the Staff for the Training, Medical facilities are also nearby, if needed.
16.Thank you for your attention to these matters. Your cooperation will go a long way to making this training a success!

It is my sincere hope that this experience will be educational and enjoyable for your Cadet.

Respectfully,

William J. Gallagher

WilliamJ. Gallagher

LCDR, NSCC

COTC, LBVA