We will still have drill tonight, January 4 with formation and pick up at the usual times. Please note that in the event a drill does get cancelled, the unit will be notified by email and it will also be posted on the website.

A Reminder about our Attendance Policy/Reporting Absences

Even though drill is mandatory, we understand there are circumstances when a Young Marine can not attend. School/family activities, illnesses, emergencies, etc. are all considered excused absences as long as we are notified in advance. Therefore, if a Young Marine or recruit will not be present at drill, please send an email to attendance@glcyoungmarines.org prior to the start of drill. We have provided the email link in this post and it is on every drill post on our calendar as well for your convenience.

Young Marines/recruits who are absent from drill and do not follow this policy will receive an unexcused absence for that day. When it comes time to select Young Marines for special unit events, special activities, and trips, those who attend drill and/or have excused absences will be given priority over those who do not.

Text Messages

Regarding text messages, we ask that you no longer send a text message for drill/event attendance. We do not always know everyone’s phone numbers and it will help alleviate any confusion.