Join the NSCC, 9th grade & higher
Welcome to the Norfolk Sea Cadet unit, Top Hatters Squadron.
We onboard NSCC cadets three times each year. Recruit Orientation cycles are 3 months long in order to prepare cadets with the knowledge and skills to attend trainings during summer and winter months.
The "Join Top Hatters" online form below will let us know which drill you are requesting to shadow.
- January - RO Class 2401 starts
- April - RO Class 2402 starts
- September - RO Class 2403 starts
To have a great shadow drill:
- Wearing of comfortable walking shoes, non-formfitting slacks and black crew neck shirt or polo (no logos/writing) Outerwear - plain jacket, etc. if desired (all youth are expected to maintain a professional image, cartoon or other distracting clothing is not permitted)
- Your cadet will experience US Navy dining at the base galley. Real Navy base...Real Navy food.
- Limited access to intensive training evolutions. Due to the liability of not being an enrolled cadet, some functions (such as firing ranges or hands-on small boats training) may have limited participation from shadow cadets - but will be present to observe.
- Cadets & shadows are not permitted cell phones. Do not bring them.
- USNSCC policy prohibits non-enrolled adults to attend drill activities with cadets due to required background checks and specific training requirements. Activities/ceremonies that are open to non-enrolled adults will be announced when scheduled. We appreciate your cooperation with this policy. Be assured, you cadet is in good hands with our well trained and experienced staff.
Transferring to or re-enrolling at Top Hatters?
Transferring cadets:
Have your current file in hand. Contact your old unit to have them send your file to you if you do not already have it.
Transfering cadets must shadow at least one drill. THS will not accept a transfer without a complete shadow weekend.
All membership forms and medical documents must be current prior to transfer.
Re-enrolling cadets :
Cadets must turn in all forms and have updated insurance card/tricare letter in packet no later than 15 days prior to expiration date.
CAN I JOIN IF I AM IN A JROTC OR OTHER MILITARY PROGRAM?
Yes, we welcome members of other youth military organizations. We offer additional training and educational aspects that compliment what a cadet may be learning with their school, Civil Air Patrol or Young Marines peers. We offer technical training experiences that can take you across the country even across the world with our International Exchange Program.
NEW CADET APPLICATION PROCESS:
Shadow a drill.*
NSCC Cadet Candidates must be able to pass the PRT at home prior to turning in a membership application.
Fill out entire application form found on the Parents tab. All forms must be initialed and signed where stated by parent/cadet.
Get USNSCC physical exam filled out by medical care provider
Obtain copy of current insurance card or Tricare Eligibility letter
Provide current immunizations, this is a USNSCC requirement for participation.
Provide headshot photo of cadet in a blue or black polo with a white background. Similar to a passport photo.
Top Hatters Squadron will accept the entire packet of documents with fees together, no later than 5 days prior to Recruit Orientation start date.
Attend 1st drill.
TOP HATTERS CADET FEES
All fees are accepted via cash or check only. Fees & ALL forms are due at the time of enrollment.
Initial Membership Enrollment
$280
This covers the enrollment for NHQ and unit level requirments.
Discounts offered for enrolling sibilings. Contact the CO for details.
Monthly Drill Fee
$25
This covers food, beverages, snacks & more during each weekend.
Annual Membership Renewal
$120
Discounts available based upon rank at re-enrollment.
Training Fees
$250 - $500
Summer/Winter training(s) - fees vary based on training subject and length.
Trainings are not unit based activities & are paid to each training location.
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