Summer Training Department Briefing for Class of 2024
Intersessional briefing for the Class of 2024 by LT Hayes Friddle covering professional development, summer accountability, Bancroft berthing details, general rules, liberty eligibility criteria, and more. The agenda includes staying at USNA, maintaining situational awareness, fleet cruises, and travel guidance. Key points emphasize accountability, uniform requirements, and adherence to program-specific guidelines.
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Training Department Class of 2024 Intersessional Brief LT Hayes Friddle Professional Development & Training Department 1/C Training Officer
Agenda Staying at USNA - NASP Who To Call and How To Maintaining SA This Summer All About Fleet Cruises Travel Guidance and Contingencies Closing Comments Questions
Summer Accountability All MIDN must have accountability to one of 3 places: NASP: either present in Bancroft Hall or on approved overnight/weekend Leave: on approved (in MIDS) leave Training: Summer Training Assignment Failure to be in your appointed place of duty will result in conduct action!
Bancroft Berthing All NASP personnel will be berthed in 7thand 8thWings (all other wings are off limits) NASP Check-in: 8thWing Batt Conference Room UNIFORM OF THE DAY required at check-in Check-in by COB the day of your departure brief Hours of Operation 0900-1400 weekday, 1200-1500 weekend NASP Duty Officer available during off periods NASP rooming Transient MIDN may be sleeping on cots pending room availability on cots Once checked in, you will receive room assigned to you ahead of time. DO NOT SWAP OR CHANGE Cleanliness Same expectations apply for Bancroft as during the Academic Year
General Rules Program-Specific Uniforms PFP/VOST/OST: Blue over Khaki ATFP/Weapons Detail/YPs/Leatherneck: NWU Internships: Civilian Clothes or Uniform of the Day Summer School/Other Programs: Khakis King Hall Uniform Uniform of the Day NO JOGGING SUITS OR CIVIES AUTHORIZED Midshipmen are not required to check into NASP the night before PROTRAMID or Fleet Cruise IF they are on approved leave Know WHERE/WHEN you are supposed to be. Being late/dinq will result in conduct action Special Request Chits Routed via your NASP chain of command
Liberty Eligibility SAT Criteria for Summer School: 1st week: SQPR and CQPR > 2.0. 2nd week+: B or better for mando summer school, C or better for voluntary. LMO: Last class or military obligation as determined by NASP Duty Officer NET 1600 Mon-Thurs Weekend Hours: LMO Fri - 1800 Sun
Block 1 Check-In NASP assumes responsibility for midshipmen immediately following graduation Check in Uniform: Khaki or Summer White Midshipmen are not required to check into NASP the night before their Fleet Cruise IF they are on approved leave This is a change in policy from last summer We are treating you like adults show up to your required bus time or flight early Midshipmen will be placed into the conduct system if they miss a bus / flight
Leave During Training Leave while DURING a training block Submit an SRC and communicate WITH ADEQUATE TIME Routing Chain: MIDN Coordinator (Cruise) / PTE Manager (PTE) CO / SEL Class Training Officer Deputy Training Officer (Maj Reardon, USMC) Training Officer (CAPT Densham, USN)
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Fleet Cruise Departure Brief Aviation, Sub, Surface, Leatherneck, SEAL, EOD, RL/SC, IWC, CEC Uniform is inspection ready Summer Whites w/ a fresh shave & haircut Muster will be taken If unable to attend, contact STDO as soon as possible prior to brief Orders and e-tickets (if applicable) will be distributed Travel plan will be briefed Bus times will be announced DO NOT MISS MOVEMENT Medical records are online and not required to be carried Bring your screening forms/chits (as applicable) IA Training Certificates Av/Phys & Up-Chit Sub Screening High Risk Training Screening ***Please check MIDS frequently over the summer so you know when your brief is, it will not always match up with the start of a block!***
Briefs When and Where Embark Location Brief Date Time/ Location CONUS, Hawaii, Alaska, and AUTEC (Bahamas) 1 day prior to embark date in MIDS Typically 1200 in Planetarium / Mitscher / or Summer Trng Conference Room OCONUS, Guam 4 days prior to embark date in MIDS ** BRING YOUR PASSPORTS** NOTE: If the number of midshipmen for a departure brief exceeds the capacity of the Planetarium, an alternate location will be used. Midshipmen will be notified of the alternate location via an e-mail.
Examples A Fleet Cruise listed in MIDS as embarking in San Diego on 19 July BRIEF: 18 July at 1200 in Mitscher Hall A Fleet Cruise listed in MIDS as embarking in Hawaii on 06 July BRIEF: 05 July at 1200 in Rickover 101 A Fleet Cruise listed in MIDS as embarking in Townsville, Australia on 29 May BRIEF: 25 May at 1200 in Main-O Conference Room
Fleet Cruise JQR Intent: Guideline for cruise, curated by each specific community (Aviation, Submarine, Surface Only) Not to interfere with Ship / Squadron operations What this means to you: Share with MIDN Coordinator & Running Mate to assist in scheduling events to participate in Minimum requirements; Don t let it hamper any other opportunities that present themselves Dedicate time to complete it Execution: Receive specific JQR at cruise departure brief Upon return, turn it in to your Company Officer to compile completion status --> Rolled into Aptitude Grade
General Fleet Cruise Guidance Objectives of Summer Training Operational naval forces Professional development Experiential followership/leadership Objectives of 1/C Cruise Actively participate in the duties and responsibilities of a JO Fully integrate into a crew to include watch, quarter, and station bill Screen for a community in some cases Enhance your leadership skills Refine your Service Assignment preferences 1stRule of Summer Training: It s what you make of it!!!! Stay professional Stay engaged Stay motivated Stay flexible You are a Junior Officer Window of opportunity
Fleet Cruise Organization For Aviation / Surface / Submarine Cruises Midshipmen-in-Charge (MIC) Group Leader Primary role: maintain accountability and communication Midshipmen Embarkation/Debarkation Teams (MEDT) Norfolk Jacksonville/Mayport Seattle San Diego Unit CoC Running Mate / DIVO Midshipmen Training Officer (MTO) Department Head CMC / XO / CO Regardless of training type, always use the chain of command
How to conduct yourself Represent USNA and the Navy Work hard Impressions are important Wear a squared-away uniform or appropriate civilian clothes Be on time and prepared Use good headwork. If it doesn t seem right, don t do it. Use social media responsibly Remain within your security clearance (None, SECRET, or TS) Enjoy yourself Have a battle buddy on liberty Do not go to off-limits liberty areas (e.g. Tijuana) Your MTO or host POC will brief you on liberty rules Conduct issues will be addressed by: Unit CO and/or The Commandant
How to conduct yourself You are executing orders! DO NOT take it upon yourself to modify your appointed place of duty. DO NOT leverage your guest status to create excessive liberty opportunities. DO abide by local liberty guidance, including working hours and liberty radius Remember, this is an opportunity to grow as a professional. Maximize that opportunity!
Travel Guidance What to take/wear: Use the training event specific packing list Aviation/Surface/Submarine Fleet Cruise packing list: http://www.usna.edu/Training/SummerTraining.php One checked bag (collapsible) and one carry-on CONUS, Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam Summer Whites Outside the U.S. Civilian clothes Hand carry: CAC Orders E-Tickets Contact Card Passport(s)/Visas Change of clothes and essential items CASH
Travel Guidance Independent Travel All MIDN eligible for Independent Travel MUST have filled out the initial survey sent out by LT Friddle. If you did not, you are taking USNA procured travel to/from you training, no exceptions. Follow-on survey will be sent out to those that have filled the initial survey when cruises are released to update preferences. MIDN reimbursed for up to the cost it would take for USNA to get you to/from your training location (Training at USNA is $0) Duty Vans / Buses to Norfolk, Groten CT etc. are $0 GSA City Fare shows rates used for reimbursement *** LOOK AT THE COST BEFORE YOU DECIDE*** If you decide you do not want to buy your own ticket after the fact, contact LT Friddle, or the STDO@usna.edu ASAP Independent Travel not authorized for OCONUS cruises (Not HI or AK)
Travel Guidance Execute your orders Travel specific guidance will be given at your departure brief Vouchers If returning to the local area, you shall not depart local area until voucher complete Even if this means you have a flight to go on Leave Summer Training Travel Office (Bancroft 2016) Reimbursement for per diem, incidentals, BWI Super Shuttle, DC Metro, cabs Zero balance receipts No cash advances Take $250-300 for incidentals Take a personal credit card
Travel Guidance Receipts To be considered a valid receipt: Must contain the name of the company providing the services Date(s) of purchase or date(s) services were rendered Must indicate that the balance has been paid by the traveler Traveler s name and method of payment, ticket number. A boarding pass is NOT an acceptable receipt Airfare: Must reflect the name, ticket number, amount, and form of payment Boarding pass is not acceptable Must show positive indication of payment Change fees not reimbursed or airline credit
Contingencies Purchase changeable/refundable tickets for leave Report change in medical status Contact BMU and inform the STDO of any changes ASAP Emergency/Emergent Leave AMCROSS Immediate family in most cases / Brigade family in some cases You may not: Deviate from your orders Change your travel itinerary Go on leave without CO/SEL approval When in doubt, contact the STDO
Questions? LT Hayes 4 Horses Friddle 1/C Training Officer Bancroft Rm 4114 x1908 friddle@usna.edu
