Dyslexia and A School

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Permalink Reply by Melissa Greenfield on June 9, 2008 at 3:46pm

Ann if you want to do what I call "THE MOM THING" you may beable to call GL yourself to get the word started. let me check with a couple of moms on here. Hold tight we will get you an answer!!!

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Permalink Reply by Melissa Greenfield on June 9, 2008 at 4:08pm

Ann is he documented in his civilian life?

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Permalink Reply by Ann on June 9, 2008 at 4:36pm

Yes it is documented with the Government for all his schooling. Middle school, High school and even College. Why the recruiter didn't is very suspicious to me.

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Permalink Reply by Cynthia (#410) on June 9, 2008 at 5:36pm

I'm finding out that the recruiters are not know-it-all wizards. Mostly they seem to be just regular Navy folks doing the job of recruiting. I know several moms that have been disappointed with the recruiters (me included - and we didn't even really have any important issues with our son).
Hugs from Houston,
Cindy

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Permalink Reply by Maria Figueroa on June 9, 2008 at 11:19pm

Cynthia:
I don't think this is a case of recruits not knowing, they know and are telling our young men and women to LIE on their medical document. They do this so that they can get meet their quotas and as far as I'm concerned these recruiters do not represent the Navy creed of "honor, courage and commitment This creates a real nightmare for recruits and sailors.

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Permalink Reply by Cynthia (#410) on June 10, 2008 at 11:09am

I guess I would really like to think that each and every one of our sailors and soldiers are upholding their own personal honor as well as honor to our country. However, the reality is that they are just men and women like the rest of us and get tempted just like all of us. I know that the recruiters get a bonus for each recruit they sign up. We all know how money can influence a person's actions. It's just really a shame that the same folks that preach honor, etc to our kids are the same ones who also want our kids to lie for their (the recruiters) own personal gain.
That's just reality. That's the reason God sent his son to pay the penalty of sin for all of us.

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Permalink Reply by danae on June 10, 2008 at 5:56pm

well now hugs from houston you know the navy recruiting station has a navy recruiting disrtict and not seeking more information well you should of researched....sorry you did not. I am a recruiter here in Dallas District and as of 3yrs to date every parent will tell you I have been 100% the recruiter I should of been. No we do not get a financial stipen for every person we put in. Thats a rumor taken ablaze on its own. I am sorry for your distress, but not all recruiters are the same.

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Permalink Reply by Maria Figueroa on June 10, 2008 at 7:28pm

Danae:
I am greatly concerned that you are telling us parents to conduct research before our sons/daughters join as a way of ensuring that they are protected. The recruiters job is to provide accurate information and not withold information from recruits or their parents, even less encourage them to LIE!! You may not get a stipend but you do have to meet quotas. Tell me this, what happens to a recruiter who doesn't meet his or her quota??? I don't think anyone here said all recruiters were the same, we are talking about unethical behavior by certain recruiters out there and they do exist. If you are an honest recruiter then I'm proud of you.

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Permalink Reply by Bev J. on June 9, 2008 at 5:21pm

Maybe he should go see one of the doctors on base and have them get his medical record regarding this?

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Permalink Reply by Cynthia (#410) on June 9, 2008 at 5:38pm

Ann, This is a good idea too. There may be a medical test he can take to determine the severity of his dyslexia. Cindy

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Permalink Reply by Cynthia (#410) on June 9, 2008 at 5:31pm

Hi Ann, I can understand your concern because our family suffers with a mild bit of dyslexia. You might try contacting the Public Affairs Office at 847-688-2405. Even though this is not a "public" issue, they are the office that sort of liasons between the family and the recruits. Also, the ombudsman may be able to get a note in your son's file. You can contact the ombudsman by e-mail at rtcombudsman@aol.com. I have not personally had any contact with the ombudsman but understand that they are another avenue of contact for parents. Hope this helps.
Remember, no matter what happens, God created Nick and loves him more than you do (as if that's possible but it's true - see John 3:16) Also, Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
I pray for all the sailors and soldiers serving our country around the world and will put in a special request for you and Nick. It doesn't feel like much but I hope it helps you to know that we're rooting for Nick and all the sailors. He will become a stronger person than you or he could ever have imagined.
Love, hugs & prayers from Houston
Cindy

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Permalink Reply by Tami A. on June 9, 2008 at 5:35pm

My recent experience is that my son, who struggled with learning disabilities through school, did not make it through A school. Consequently, he did not earn a sign-on bonus and will not be in the field of his choice. He is being sent back to GL for training now. It was a chance he took when he joined. I don't believe there is anything, as a parent, you can do. You also don't want word to come down through the division that he has a "helicopter mom."

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