PLAN OF THE DAY

The Plan of the Day is an official document of the Hudson Valley Squadron. Its contents reflect current orders of the Commanding Officer and official unit announcements. All Officers, Instructors and Cadets are responsible for reading and understanding the information contained herein. Parents and guardians of Cadets are encouraged to read the Plan of the Day and to make note of meeting days and special announcements that may affect personal schedules.

18 SEPTEMBER 2021

LCDR ARNOLD TOOMA, NSCC
COMMANDING OFFICER

LTJG MENNO POUTSMA, NSCC
EXECUTIVE OFFICER 

LTJG JOCELYN FINK, NSCC
TRAINING OFFICER

ENS MARK TOOMA, NSCC
OPERATIONS OFFICER

ENS SHAYLA JOHN, NSCC
ADMIN OFFICER

Drill Hours:

Saturdays, 0800-1600 Hours
(Staff/Cadet Command (Officers, LPO, ALPO, CGC & Lead MAA) must report by 0730)

Uniform of the Day:

Officers/CPOs:
Instructors:
Sea  Cadets:
League Cadets:

Khakis/NWU’s
Alternative Sea Cadet Uniform/Proper Civilian Attire
NWU’s – Sleeves down
NWU’s – Sleeves down

DRILL ROUTINE

0730     Staff/Cadet Command Report (Officers, LPO, ALPO, CGC & Lead MAA)
0800     Cadets Arrive and Report
0830     Post Colors, Muster, and Report
0845     Promotions, Awards/Ribbons
0900     Uniform Inspection
0930     Military Drill (Squads) and Color Guard Drill
1030     Squad Leaders Squad Meetings & Color Guard Captain Meeting
1100     PT (Physical Training) – Bring water
1130     Officers Call – Review POD, Training, Uniforms, and all Activities
1200     Officers Promotion Board Meeting
1200     Lunch (Bring your own lunch and drinks)
1230     Chiefs Call (Operations Officer, LPO, ALPO, Lead MAA & Section Leader)
1300     D.A.R.E. Training (Tentatively)
1500     Review Advanced Summer Training
1540     Clean Drill Hall and Training Area
1550     Retire Colors
1600     Secure from Drill

NOTES

Muster Definition:
The term muster means the process or event of accounting for members in a military unit.  This practice of inspections led to the coining of the English idiom pass muster, meaning being sufficient. When a unit is created, it is “mustered in” and when it is disbanded, it is “mustered out”.

E1 – Seaman Recruit Requirements:
All cadets attending NSCC Recruit Training (RT) must complete their E1 – Seaman Recruit prior to attending Recruiter Training. Cadets that complete their entire E1 – Seaman Recruit prior to RT will be promoted to E-2 upon successful completion and graduation of RT.

Seaman & Airman Manuals:
Cadets that elect to complete the Seaman Manual will be a Seaman. Cadets that elect to complete the Airman Manual will be an Airman.

ID CARDS:
All cadets are to have their NSCC ID Cards with them at all times.

AUTHORIZED ABSENCE:
Each cadet is responsible for notifying their chain of command if they are unable to attend a drill. Authorized absences will be given for school, work or family conflicts.  By not notifying your chain of command you will receive an unauthorized absence.

REQUIRED ITEMS:
All hands are to bring a bag lunch with beverage, PT gear, towel, military courses, water bottle, pen and notebook to drill.  Cadets not having these items may be required to buy them at their own expense.

BEHAVIOR:
Cadets are reminded that talking, skylarking (horseplay), hazing or other disturbances will not be tolerated.  Any cadet found violating this policy will be given Extra Military Instruction (EMI) or sent home depending on the frequency and/or severity of the disturbance.

MEDICAL NOTE:
Any cadet who is taking prescription drugs must check in with the medical officer.  Your medication will be locked up in a secure area.  Cadets will not be allowed to give themselves any type of medication.  There must be clear information on your medication container:

1) Clear instructions and in original container
2) Correct label with cadet’s name on it.
3) Exact dosage and times when to be administered

LCDR Arnold Tooma, NSCC
Commanding Officer
Hudson Valley Squadron