- Drills each month begin promptly at 0730. That means that
members of NRAC need to be in the classroom, and ready to muster no later
than 0730. We have had a tremendous problem in the past with
individuals coming in tardy, or even worse, not coming in at all!
You are expected, and signed a contract stating in the affirmative
thereof, to be in attendance of EACH drill. We have had too many
shipmates processed out of the Navy, because he/she could not awake
themselves in the morning. When you are absent you will receive a
mark of "U" (unauthorized absence), for each drill missed. That is a
total of four "U's" per drilling weekend. With the awarding of the
ninth "U," the Department of Navy begins administrative separation
procedures. After which you are no longer eligible for federal
employment. It is a very serious consequence.
 IF an
emergency arises, such as death, or serious illness, etc., you must
call before 1400 on Sunday during drill weekend. We can give an "AA"
for authorized absence. Almost all of you in the class have no
problems with this at all. Those that do know it; and I encourage
you to rectify it. Let's make each of our Navy careers as equitable
and sustainable as possible!
- Just a reminder the dress attire for the weekend is your utilities
or coveralls. However, you must have each component for the entire
uniform being worn. We are not allowed to wear an incomplete
uniform. Also remember that no unit or rating insignias may be worn
until the completion of training at RTC Great Lakes. If your uniform
hasn't yet arrived, the dress is business casual. This means no
jeans, shorts, tee-shirts, etc. Please use you best judgment in this
process and bear with us as we try and acquire everyone's uniforms.
- Good positive attitudes are an absolute must in NRAC!
Many coming in may be nervous or apprehensive. Negativity and being
uncooperative will only add to uncertainties; and will have a devastating
effect on your Naval career and that of your Shipmates'. For
example, if you feel you just can not remain awake with the rest of
America during your times here, then stand in the back of the room. Do
not sleep at your desk. We are giving our all, we only ask that
do as well!
- For those of you with cell phones: DO NOT allow them to ring
while we are in the classroom. If you can silence them, or place
them on a vibration mode, you may leave them on. If your phone
doesn't have these options, leave it off, or don't bring it in the room.
Again, considerations will be made for those with extenuating
circumstances.
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