Marine Week
“BnCmdr Inspection”

This week is a pivotal shift for your Marine as they enter “Marine Week,” marking their transition from recruit to Marine. While the intensive training continues, the fourth phase focuses on preparing them for their new identity. It’s a whirlwind of crucial activities: more physical fitness to ensure readiness, a gathering of personal effects, coordinating final travel arrangements, addressing outstanding bills, reinforcing core values, and undergoing final inspections for graduation. 

This week is a culmination of their arduous training journey, filled with excitement as they near the finish line and officially complete boot camp.

The Battalion Commander’s Inspection

This rigorous final inspection serves as the last formal evaluation before graduation, thoroughly assessing each Marine’s uniform presentation, military knowledge, and personal motivations. The inspecting officer will meticulously evaluate every detail, from the precision of their uniform to the clarity and confidence of their responses, ensuring they meet the high standards expected of all Marines. This inspection confirms that they are fully prepared to uphold the Corps’ values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment, embodying the Marine Corps traditions they will carry forward into their service.

Building Camaraderie and Corps Pride

The week concludes with a lively field meet, encouraging teamwork and camaraderie among the new Marines as they compete in various activities. They’ll also tour the Parris Island Marine Corps Museum, gaining insight into the Corps’ rich history and legacy. If you’re attending graduation, adding a visit to the museum is highly recommended—it provides an inspiring cultural immersion into the Marine Corps’ heritage.

Preparing For Your Trip

As you prepare for your graduation trip to MCRD Parris Island, learn more about Family Day and graduation on the Marine Corps Facebook page. You can also download the Family Day app from Google Play or the App Store.

Get ready to celebrate! Next week, I’ll be back with all the exciting details surrounding your Marine’s graduation ceremony. You will want to take advantage of it!  

I’m SgtMaj Paul Davis (USMC Ret); see you in the next and final update. Semper Fidelis