As we look forward to May, there are a couple of notable events planned. First, we are working hard to be able to perform swim qualifications in May. Additionally, we will be showcased at the Lincolnshire Memorial Day ceremony . I would like to ask for a volunteer Petty Officer or Cadet to read "Old Glory" for the audience, so send me your interest in this important public-facing opportunity to represent Nine One One Division. In closing, please do your coursework and le

Last Sunday the Change of Command Ceremony took place for our unit. During the Change of Command Ceremony, we had the opportunity to recognize a very hardworking 10-year-old Cadet, Cadet Montes, who we were very proud to recognize with a division t-shirt and a division challenge coin for her hard work. Cadet Montes is transferring to another Division in San Diego and her smile and hard work ethic will be missed. We were so happy that our Regional Director, LCDR Glaysher w

Additionally, we recognized the Cadets for earning their Marksman Ribbons during the Marksman Qualification in March. Special recognition goes to SR Piccard for earning Expert in both Rifle and Pistol. Ribbons and/or Devices were also presented to the following Cadets for their Sharpshooting and Expert Qualification: Marksman Sharpshooter: SAT Burkut (f) ABC/LC3 Canto (m) PO2 Frampton SAT Head SA Wagner Marksman Expert: SA Benjamin SR Piccard SN Rockey SR Sandifer Bravo Z

It was exciting as I was to see the Cadets in full force this weekend. Seeing the three Companies attend together Saturday and Sunday reminded me of the "good old days", pre-COVID-19. This weekend, we welcomed a new Training Officer (TO), Chief Julie Proa . Chief Proa is an active duty corpsman and Chief Petty Officer in the US Navy and a new Division Officer (DIVO),INST Roosevelt Smallwood , also an active duty and security Petty Officer in the US Navy. We are honored for

How old Were you when you joined the US Naval Sea Cadet or League Cadet corps? I was about 13 Why did you join US Naval Sea Cadets? I joined the Cadets to get a general idea of what military life would be like and how I would like it. What do you like most about US Naval Sea Cadets? The things I like the most about the cadets are the people surrounding it. Whether it’s my fellow petty officers, command staff, or anyone else, they’re all disciplined, respectful, and fun to be

How old Were you when you joined the US Naval Sea Cadet or League Cadet corps? I was 10 when I first joined in 5th grade Why did you join the US Naval Sea Cadets? I join the US Navel sea cadet Corp because I want to get a lot of experience. My goal is to pass boot camp so I can be a MA (A MA means Master at Arms) in the Navy and be ready to be successful What do you like most about US Naval sea cadet corps? What I like about the sea cadet corps is going to trainings and them

How old Were you when you joined the US Naval Sea Cadet or League Cadet corps? I started off as a league cadet at age 12 and have since moved on to the Sea Cadets. Why did you join US Naval Sea Cadets? I joine d the Sea Cadets for the many opportunities it offered to explore a career in the United States Armed Services and to gain leadership experience. What do you like most about US Naval Sea Cadets? What I like most a bout the Sea Cadets is that there is truly a place for

Another exciting drill this weekend. The Cadets braved the freezing cold and rain to learn land navigation and challenged their skills, while demonstrating perseverance and adaptability in an Orienteering challenge. INST Sisson and OO Rodriguez started the weekend on Saturday with the basics of map reading and direction finding using a compass. Cadets combined classroom learning and practical land navigation during Drill on Saturday. On Sunday, the Cadet's education, stamin

How old Were you when you joined the US Naval Sea Cadet or League Cadet corps?   I was 13 when I joined the US Naval Sea Cadet Corp in 7th grade. Why did you join US Naval Sea Cadets? I joined the US Naval Sea Cadet Corp to gain military experience.  My goal is to attend one of the military academies or get an ROTC scholarship to become an officer in either the Navy or Army. I understood the program built leadership and character while providing military training at a young a

The cadets are in for an exciting drill weekend in November. INST Sisson is preparing for a course in Land Navigation and Orienteering . Land Navigation and Orienteering Land navigation is making your way across the land, using various tools (map, compass, sun). Orienteering is a cross-country race in which participants navigate between checkpoints along a specified course (unfamiliar course, generally) using a map and compass. Saturday will be dedicated to the class and ha

Another great weekend with Division Nine One One Sea Cadets and League Cadets! Cadet engagement was transformed on Saturday when they entered the drill site in their Navy Working Uniforms (NWU). Each company started a day with a rousing Sailor's Creed and then they had an NWU uniform inspection. Once squared away, the Cadets entered the training facility and were given an introduction to Civil Affairs, meanwhile, the Cadets had their Dress Blue uniforms inspected and new awar

How old Were you when you joined the US Naval Sea Cadet or League Cadet corps?   I was 10 years old and joined as a US Naval League Cadet Why did you join US Naval Sea Cadets? I want to be an officer in the US Navy, after college, and maybe a Naval Aviator.  The US Naval Sea Cadets have started preparing me now, to reach this dream.  Fun Fact - 10% of the new Midshipmen at the US Naval Academy come from the US Naval Sea Cadets.  What do you like most about US Naval Sea Cad

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We are excited to welcome these new recruits to Navy Sea Cadets Unit 9-1-1 SEA CADETS Carter Rand Roman Sisson Elise Burkut Isaac Piccard Manya Meka Joseph Orloff LEAGUE CADETS Brenton Rodriguez Mykola Shamray Evelyn Montes Thomas Emery Jorge Canto Joselyn Canto Euan G Lacey Mason Wicklein Yaree Sandfier Matthias Adjei Daniel Proa Parker Sherrill

My time in the program goes back to my sophomore year in high school.

My Name is Blayz Schultz and I am from Grayslake, IL and attended Warren Township High school. During my school years I have acquired my De

I joined the Sea Cadets when I was 12 as a League Cadet. I became a Sea Cadet when I turned 13 and that summer I was off to Boot Camp.

My name is Kevin Guerra I was born in Belize on April 6th 2002 I came to America when I was 1 years old with my mom and my dad.

Cadet Shin attended Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, IL and now attends the United States Naval Academy Tell us a little about yourself? My name is Sam Shin and I grew up in Northbrook, Illinois. I went to Glenbrook North High School. I have been swimming competitively since 4th grade, and was on my school’s varsity team. I joined the Sea Cadets in 9th grade to learn more about the Navy. My most memorable training was the Basic Medical Training in Cambridge, Minne