United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps
Central Iowa Division
MARCH 2015 PLAN OF THE MONTH
The Plan of the Month is an official document of CENTRAL IOWA Division. Its contents reflect current orders
of the Commanding Officer and official unit announcements. All Division personnel are responsible for
reading and understanding the information contained herein. Parents and guardians of Cadets are
encouraged to read the Plan of the Month and to make note of meeting days and special announcements
that may affect personal schedules.
ANNUAL INSPECTION IS MARCH 7-8!! Inspection ceremony is on Sunday the 8th.
FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO THE INSPECTION CEREMONY,
WHICH WILL BEGIN AT 1000, SUNDAY 08 MARCH AT
VETERAN’S MEMORIAL COLISEUM, 20 WEST STATE ST, MARSHALLTOWN.
Parents are asked to use street parking and parking lots north and west of the Coliseum. Please do not park
in reserved parking spots for the police deparment!
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------LCDR Eric K. Goslinga, NSCC
COMMANDING OFFICER
[email protected]
641-752-0861 (this number is not manned during drill hours)
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------$7 needed for drill meals for all cadets. Have money for juice/sports drink for Saturday evening.
DRILL DATES:
Saturday/Sunday 07-08 March 2015
DRILL REPORT TIME:
prior to 1300; Saturday 07 March 2015
DRILL REPORTING LOCATION: Marshalltown High School; 1602 S 2nd Avenue; Marshalltown, IA
PICK UP LOCATION:
DRILL END TIME:
Veteran’s Coliseum; 20 West State St; Marshalltown, IA
1115; 08 March 2015
REPORTING UNIFORM:
League cadets:
Sea cadets:
Officers/MIDN:
NWU uniform w/gloves, watch cap
BDUs, gloves, watch cap, BDU overcoat
Khakis/Alt Uniform
ALL UNIFORMED PERSONNEL WILL STAND INSPECTION IN DRESS BLUES SUNDAY MORNING.
TRAINING/DRILL SCHEDULE
ALL CADETS/07 MARCH 2015
Prior to 1215
Prior to 1300
1300 – 1330
1330 – 1800
1800 – 1845
1845 – 2000
2100 – 2200
2200
CPOs/CCs/ACCs report to drill site
All hands report to drill location in the uniform of the day
Uniform inspection and announcements
Station rotations
Try SCUBA evolution (begins @ 1400)
Dress uniform inspection w/uniform preparation as needed—see ENS
Severidt
Neckerchief Check-offs—CPO Tuttle
Ribbon check
Cadet portrait photos
GMT stations (rank/rate, coursework, neckerchief rolling, tie tying, hair
management (females)
Evening chow
Annual inspection routine practice
Company time
Taps/first watch set
ALL CADETS/08 MARCH 2015
0600
0615 – 0650
0650 – 0720
0720 – 0745
0745 – 0820
0820 – 0900
0900 – 1000
1000 - 1045
1045 - 1115
1115
Reveille/hygiene
Morning Chow
Secure facility/stage gear
Transport to inspection site
Change into dress uniforms
Inspection practice/walk through
Inspection Prep
Annual inspection ceremony (please see earlier note regarding parking)
Unit photo at Coliseum
All cadets dismissed after out-processing with squad leader except those noted
below
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1115 - 1145
1145 – 1230
1230 – 1300
1300
Adult staff/CPOs/CCs return to Marshalltown High School
Lunch/inspection debriefing
Leadership to secure facility
Remainder of unit dismissed
NLCC CADETS (NLCC) ITEMS NEEDED AT DRILL (ages 10 – 13)
1 pair NWU trousers
1 NWU Blouse/shirt
2 white undershirts –nice ones
2 additional pair underwear
2 pair PT shorts
1 black utility jacket
BRING WINTER DRESS UNIFORM
1 bucket cover (females)
1 white dixie cup cover (males)
1 gold PT shirt
1 pair PT running shoes
2 black issue boot socks
1 pair white issue PT socks
1 hygiene kit (shower supplies)
1 blue undershirt for NWU
BRING RIBBONS
1 dress black trousers
1 pair dress shoes
1 black belt, silver tipped
1 silver buckle
Pillow
Sleeping bag
1 watch cap (if needed)
1 white towel
Blue US Navy sweat suit
1 black leather gloves (if issued)
1 shoe shine kit
1 dress shirt—black long sleeve
Swimsuit (females) or issued pt
shorts if trying SCUBA
1 pair shower shoes
SEA CADET DRESS UNIFORMS LEAGUE CADET DRESS UNIFORMS
SEA CADETS (NSCC) ITEMS NEEDED AT DRILL (ages 13 – 18)
2 pair white issue PT socks
1 pair PT running shoes
Current Correspondence Course
AND assignments that are
completed
2 pair black issue boot socks
2 additional pair white underwear
and 2 high quality, well-fitting
white crew undershirts
2 pair blue issued PT shorts
1-2 gold PT shirts
Blue US Navy
sweatshirt/sweatpants
1 black dress shoes
1 neckerchief (males)
1 hygiene kit (shower supplies)
1 watch cap (if needed)
Spec Warfare cadets bring all (4)
components of your uniform
1-2 white towels
1 black all weather coat—have liner
included if cold
Sleeping bag
pillow
Camouflage BDUs to include
blouse, belt, buckle, trousers, and
cover, OD undershirt
BRING ALL RIBBONS/MEDALS
BRING COMPLETE DRESS BLUE
UNIFORM
1 shower shoes
1 black leather gloves (if issued)
1 shoe shine kit
1 dress blue blazer (females)
1 bucket cover (females)
1 white dress shirt (females)
1 dress blue trousers
1 white Dixie cup cover (males)
1 dress blue jumper (males)
1 tab tie (females)
IMPORTANT NOTES TO ACCOMPANY PLAN OF THE MONTH
1. ANNUAL INSPECTION, IN THE SEA CADET WORLD, IS A VERY BIG DEAL. MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO BE
THERE. No call/no show for this month will likely result in the cadet being dismissed from the
program with no recommendation for scholarships or advanced pay grade and no refund of unused
membership fees.
2. Cadet portrait photos will be taken of all cadets. Purchase of any photos is completely optional.
Order form for photos is enclosed with the Plan of Month mailing or found on the website.
3. All male haircuts must be of exceptional quality and recent haircuts. We want high and tights and
high or medium fades for inspection. If you need some additional guidance, contact your chain of
command.
4. Female cadets have done a great job of hair management and any female who has gone to POLA can
help other female cadets with this issue. Remember, females E-1 through E-6, 6mm silver earrings
only.
5. If you happen to get sick, we would still like to see you for the inspection Sunday morning.
Accommodations can be made if you cannot stand in formation for the inspection.
6. PARENT MEETING TO DISCUSS SUMMER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATLEY
FOLLOWING ANNUAL INSPECTION at Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum.
7. ENROLLMENT FEES - The cost of re-enrollment is $60.00 for both NSCC and NLCC. If you are coming
up on your re-enrollment date (date is on your ID card), you are expected to remit your renewal fee
prior to your ID expiration date.
8. NAVAL ACADEMY SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH (STEM) PROGRAM—This
summer program will be a great start to your career in science and engineering. This application
became ACTIVE ON 05 JANUARY 2015. The Naval Academy Summer STEM Program is offered to rising
9th-11th Graders. Students must demonstrate superior academic performance to include GPA, class
standing, and/or strong PSAT, SAT or ACT results. Selection is based in large part on ensuring
geographic representation along with overall accomplishments in and out of the classroom. Sea cadet
participation counts! All applicants will be notified of their status by 01 MAY 15. Several cadets have
gone in the past and have enjoyed this experience. Go tohttp://www.usna.edu/admissions/stem.html
for more information and to apply.
2015 NAVAL ACADEMY STEM SESSION DATES
Rising 9th Graders
June 1 - June 6
Rising 10th Graders
June 8 - June 13
Rising 11th Graders
June 15 - June 19
When applying, be sure to use an email address that is checked often. All correspondence will be sent
via email. SEA CADETS PAYS YOUR TUITION FOR THIS EVENT.
9. NAVAL ACADEMY SUMMER SEMINAR—THIS APPLICATION WENT LIVE in JANUARY 2015. If you
think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service
academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the
Naval Academy's Summer Seminar. The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fastpaced, six-day experience for high achievers who will have completed their junior year in high
school. Summer Seminar teaches you about life at the Naval Academy, where academics,
athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing leaders. SEA
CADETS-- YOUR TUITION TO THIS EVENT IS PROGRAM PAID.
http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/nass.htm is the link for more informationand to apply.
2015 NASS SESSION DATES
Session 1
May 30 - June 4
Session 2
June 6- June 11
Session 3
June 13 - June 18
10. UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY (WEST POINT). Attention High School Juniors (USMA
Class of2020): USMA offers a summer leadership seminar similar to the Naval Academy Summer
Seminar .If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the
nation's serviceacademies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider
attending West Point’s Summer Leadership Experience. This is for current 11th grade students.
You may apply for SLE starting on January 15th. Complete a Candidate Questionnaire on or
after 15 January 2015 by clicking on
http://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/SitePages/Summer.aspx.
For a Summer Leader’s Seminar preview, see
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AufEHfDMCGw&feature=youtu.be.
2015 USMA ARMY SUMMER LEADERSHIP SESSION DATES
Session 1
30 May – 05 June
Session 2
06 June – 12 June
11. COAST GUARD ACADEMY AIM. High school juniors--it is important that you make an informed
decision about applying to and attending the Coast Guard Academy. Our Academy Introduction
Mission (AIM) isa one-week summer program that gives you the chance to see if the Academy is
right for you, and if you have what it takes to succeed. If you are selected, you will experience
the rigor, discipline, and rewards of the Academy, just like a cadet. You will meet faculty and
staff; learn about our academic, military, and athletic programs; talk with cadets who have
sailed on Eagle, flown aircraft, and started their leadership journey; and meet with Coast Guard
professionals who are protecting our nation right now. Success at AIM is a good indicator of
success at the Coast Guard Academy. In recent years, one- third of the incoming class attended
AIM. Application goes live early February 2015 with a 01 APR deadline. See
http://www.cga.edu/AIM/ to apply. When applying, be sure to use an email address that is
checked often. All correspondence will be sent via email. IF ACCEPTED AND YOU COMPLETE
TRAINING, SEA CADETS WILL PAY YOUR TUITION TO ATTEND!
2015 COAST GUARD AIM SESSION DATES
Session 1
5 July – 10 July
Session 2
12 July – 17 July
Session 3
19 July – 24 July
12. INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM--The Naval Sea Cadet Corps sponsored several
international exchanges each year to a variety of friendly foreign nations. Competition for
these billets is intense. Cadet generally must be E-5 or above, have outstanding grades, and
outstanding participation in the NSCC. Countries participating in the exchanges include
Australia, Bermuda, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. The United
States hosts an event in Newport, Rhode Island as well. Cadets interested should begin the
process of getting a passport NOW. See http://iep.seacadets.org for more information and
please inform the Commanding Officer directly of your interest.
13. ATTENTION SENIORS: 2015 NSCC College Scholarship Opportunities . The NSCC offers a
variety of scholarships to graduating seniors. Deadlines for application is 01 MAY 2015 at
headquarters in Arlington, VA. Please don’t deliver the application to me on April 30 and
expect me to overnight your package to NHQ. NSCC Scholarship Application (NSCADM 014) is
available at http://homeport.seacadets.org/display/Forms/Administrative+Forms. Scroll down
to find NSCADM014. Read the form. If you require letters of support , transcripts, etc. make
sure you make those requests of people at least two or three weeks prior to your
scholarship deadline.
14. USMC SUMMER LEADERSHIP AND CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY—Potential
applicants must have completed their sophomore year of high school and have participated in
athletic, leadership, and service-oriented activities. Applicants must possess strong moral and
ethical standards. Dates are July 19-July 25 2015 at Marine Corps Base Quantico, VA.
For more information or to receive an application package, please visit the link
http://www.mcrc.marines.mil/SLCDA or email [email protected].
15. 2015 TRAINING: To indicate interest in trainings sponsored by Central Iowa Division, please
access this link and provide all requested information:
http://iowacadets.org/Main_training_page.htm
PORTRAIT PHOTO ORDER FORM
Note: We photograph everyone, but purchase of photos is completely
optional. ALL cadets will be photographed in Dress Blues.
Payment of check payable to Krug Photography or cash is requested on
07-08 March 2015.
QTY
PHOTO SIZE
COST FOR EACH
TOTAL
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3” X 5”
5” X 7”
8” X 10”
12 Wallets
2½ inch Button
Set of 8 Patriotic
Themed Trading
Cards
Whole Unit Photo
8”x10”
$4
$6
$8
$12
$2
$8
$__________
$__________
$__________
$__________
$__________
$__________
$8
$__________
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TOTAL:
$__________
Checks made payable to Krug Photography. Parents will have an
opportunity to take a group photo themselves on Sunday morning after
inspection if they wish to do so.