ADMIN UPDATE: Members MUST Read ASAP: Updated RULES.
Hello N4M Members!
I don’t often start threads and put them on the top of the page like this but it’s important and I need everyone to read it. We’ll be enforcing some new rules starting today per direction of the Navy. No need to get upset or panic… okay? I like to call this the growing pains of getting bigger and needing to become a bit stricter about a few things.
1. So, Navy saw it as a breach of security on N4M’s when members were telling other members how to bend and break the rules (IE get into PIR w/o a parking pass). Thus, any tricks like that can’t be talked about. We don’t want to jeopardize the safety of our recruits. This also includes, “I have more than 4 people that want to attend PIR”. If we see that question- the response should be something like:
“Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, IL is the homeport for all Navy recruit training. If you have specific questions regarding Boot Camp, Pass-in-Review (graduation) or a recruit, please visit http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/family/index.html. If you cannot find the answer there, please phone RTC Public Affairs on 847-688-2405 or email on rtc.pao@navy.mil.”
2. Sailor last names are not allowed to be posted. We know in this day and age, that often your children have different last names than you. So, it’s up to you on if you want your last name on here or not, but the Navy is telling us- Do not post sailors last name. You can say my son’s name is John. Just not John Smith.
For people that want to now change their user name... you can find out how to do it here.
3. Remove physical addresses of sailors. (Exception to the rule is FPO address).
It’s not necessarily that our sailors don’t want to be contacted by our sweet Navy Members…it’s more that we have to be sensitive to their privacy. Even if you wanted to post your sailor’s address or your sailor’s friends address, please don’t.
4. Please do not post any names/numbers of the RTC Staff.
So, obviously- easy quick changes on your end. Please go through your profiles, posts, photos, groups, events and videos to make sure the above is deleted and/or edited out. Obviously, I’ll be going through and deleting things as well but it’s helpful if you look over your own stuff.
Thank you for reading this and editing/deleting any of your comments in advance.
Elle
I don’t often start threads and put them on the top of the page like this but it’s important and I need everyone to read it. We’ll be enforcing some new rules starting today per direction of the Navy. No need to get upset or panic… okay? I like to call this the growing pains of getting bigger and needing to become a bit stricter about a few things.
1. So, Navy saw it as a breach of security on N4M’s when members were telling other members how to bend and break the rules (IE get into PIR w/o a parking pass). Thus, any tricks like that can’t be talked about. We don’t want to jeopardize the safety of our recruits. This also includes, “I have more than 4 people that want to attend PIR”. If we see that question- the response should be something like:
“Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, IL is the homeport for all Navy recruit training. If you have specific questions regarding Boot Camp, Pass-in-Review (graduation) or a recruit, please visit http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/family/index.html. If you cannot find the answer there, please phone RTC Public Affairs on 847-688-2405 or email on rtc.pao@navy.mil.”
2. Sailor last names are not allowed to be posted. We know in this day and age, that often your children have different last names than you. So, it’s up to you on if you want your last name on here or not, but the Navy is telling us- Do not post sailors last name. You can say my son’s name is John. Just not John Smith.
For people that want to now change their user name... you can find out how to do it here.
3. Remove physical addresses of sailors. (Exception to the rule is FPO address).
It’s not necessarily that our sailors don’t want to be contacted by our sweet Navy Members…it’s more that we have to be sensitive to their privacy. Even if you wanted to post your sailor’s address or your sailor’s friends address, please don’t.
4. Please do not post any names/numbers of the RTC Staff.
So, obviously- easy quick changes on your end. Please go through your profiles, posts, photos, groups, events and videos to make sure the above is deleted and/or edited out. Obviously, I’ll be going through and deleting things as well but it’s helpful if you look over your own stuff.
Thank you for reading this and editing/deleting any of your comments in advance.
Elle
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Permalink Reply by Navy for Moms Admin on -
Where can you go? Meaning how do you talk about it. Say it just like that- My son in in X program- who else has a kid in there?
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Permalink Reply by Debbie (Stephen's mom) on -
Hi,
Thanks for the updates! I am new on this website so that was very helpful.
Debbie
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Permalink Reply by Judy on
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Thanks Catherine, .....In total agreement here. I'm new to this and have alot to learn! You obviously have worked hard to create this terrific meeting ground for us! It's greatly appreciated! God Bless our Sailors!
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Permalink Reply by Lynn Winfree on -
I loved your post, I am new to Navy 4 Moms also.....I appreciated reading your comments. I totally agree having a son in for l4 years..I know how parents feel in the beginning, and the questions that they ask..I had no one to ask this site is awesome and made some good friends, lynn from arkansas
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Permalink Reply by Nancy on
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Thank you for keeping our loved ones safe. Happy holidays to you at admin!!!!!
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Permalink Reply by Chris A. on -
Just a word from a mom whose son is home for Xmas. Today I showed him the N4M website and he was extremely impressed. I told him it was started in March, I joined in May and thanks to N4M I have made contact with so many other moms, one in particular whose son is in A school with mine has become a close e-mail friend. You can't begin to know how much you have helped literally thousands of women get through boot camp, A school, and on into the future. I offer you my profound gratitude and best wishes for a wonderful Christmas and a very happy and Navy New Year!
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Permalink Reply by Achseh on -
My son was home for Christmas, too and reading over my shoulder. He saw your son's picture and said "hey that's ******* from my division in bootcamp!" I reminded him that I had already told him this at PIR and he reminded me "but yeah, you called him by his first name and I had no clue who you were talking about." LOL
Best of the New Year to you, Chris!
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Permalink Reply by Debbie (Stephen's mom) on
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Thanks for the updates!
Debbie
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Permalink Reply by Linda D-IA on -
Thanks Catherine for all your wonderful info. Happy Holidays.
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Permalink Reply by Tina -- James' mom on -
Is it still OK to post "unmentionables" in private blogs and personal messages? Or are these being screened, too?
tina
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Permalink Reply by Achseh on
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I don't believe personal messages can be accessed by the general public, but I would assume any blog you believe to be set to "friends only" can be hacked if someone is that hell-bent on getting information.
Just understand that the Navy looks out for itself and you don't know who could be reading our posts. Best to keep it as benign/anonymous as possible.
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Permalink Reply by Seabee Dtr on -
Thank you for helping us keep our sailors safe and still be in touch with each other.
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