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The Naval Sea Cadet Corps is America's Best Kept Secret

Take a good look at the people in these pictures.

Your Classmate might be in one of these photos.

They're learning skills, going places, building self-respect.

Most of all, they're having FUN.

We'll let you in on the SECRET. If you are between ages 10 and 18, take a look at the NLCC / NSCC.

You'll get training in sea going skills; while learning pride in your country, self-respect, courage, reliance and teamwork. You'll train upon actual Navy and Coast Guard ships and bases, and wear modified US Navy Uniforms.

Sea and League Cadet Units function like military units, but their goals are to promote responsibility and citizenship, giving you an appreciation for our Nation's Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine.

Over 10.000 young people, like you, are involved in nearly 300 units nation-wide. And while it offers you a taste of military life, there is absolutely no obligation for you to join any of the armed services.

Think about it. You can now become part of America's best-kept SECRET. For more information - Call 361-816-NAVY(6289) or Email: SeaCadetRegion85@aol.com

FOR YOUR PARENTS - WHO WE ARE...

The Naval Sea Cadet Corps (NSCC) was organized in 1958 by the Navy League of the United States at the request of the department of the Navy. Since then, the organization has grown rapidly in the number of units and young people enrolled.

In 1962, NSCC became a congressionally chartered as a non-profit organization for training young Americans, men and women, in basic seamanship skills, pride in country, self-discipline, leadership skills, and teamwork, with the help of Navy and Coast Guard commands.

WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT????

The Sea Cadet and League Corps offer a Navy-orientated training program to all young Americans, ages 10 through 18. The Corps give young people a sample of military life with no obligation to join the armed services. Should a cadet decide to enlist in the US Navy or Coast Guard their prior training may allow them to enter at an advanced rank.

Both the Navy and the Cadet Corps work to give Sea Cadets a broad educational base developing them along the "whole-person" concept. To accomplish this, instructors and invited lecturers present cadets a wide range of military and civilian opportunities available to them and explain their role as responsible young people in society.

FOR YOUR TEACHERS - WHAT WE EXPECT...

The Naval Sea Cadet Corps (NSCC) is an extra curricula program. Monthly Drills are usually held on the weekends. Recruit Training (Boot Camp) and Advanced Training is scheduled during school holidays and summer break.

Cadets are expected to attend all weekend Drills but are excused for mandatory school activities - member of a sport's team or other school organization -(Football Game - Track Meet - Band Concert - JROTC Training and Competition - etc.) The Cadet should attend the school function and then join the drill as soon as possible.

There's a place in the Sea Cadet Program for Adults, too!

There are active duty and retired military people, some adults with just a little military experience, some with none. We have parents, retired persons, business leaders and " everyday joes" who make up the Sea Cadet Adult Staff. No prior experience with the Sea Cadets is necessary. We have a terrific "on the job" training program, and there are several levels in which you can serve:

Midshipman - for those 18-21, male or female - former Sea Cadets. Midshipmen carry out assignments as directed with in a unit.

Instructor: Though not classified as a member of the Officer Corps, they may have skills or knowledge useful to the Sea Cadet program. If qualified, the Instructor teaches in accordance with the unit's training schedule and helps department heads in the performance of their duties. Instructors must be over 21 years old. All adults leaders start at this level.

Staff Officers: Following commissioning as an NSCC officer they are assigned a position and are an integral part of the Sea Cadet unit - Staff / Assistants, Division Officer, Department Head, Executive Officer and Commanding Officer

Promotion for Staff Officers are through an annual promotion board held at National Headquarters.

Parent's Association: A MUST!! Made-up parents and others who are interested in supporting the unit - the cornerstone of any successful Sea Cadet program. This can include helping the staff with improvements to the Unit's spaces, supporting the administrative staff, arranging social events for cadets and fund-raising ventures; as well as escorting cadets to on-base and off-base activities.

E-mail:  WEBMASTER

Created: 7 May 2004

Updated: 15 August 2006

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