Mrs. Zamora and Mrs. Nusbaum went to Beauford, South Carolina in March to tour the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island and experience what it’s like to be a Marine. Although they didn’t have to endure weeks of hard training, they still got some experience of working out on obstacle courses, tear gas chambers, and more, alongside staff from other schools, at the Marine Educators' Workshop.
They both described things such as their favorite moments of the trip, what they were nervous for and what their message is for seniors looking into the Marines for their future.
“My favorite part was…meeting the drill instructor was very nice because he was very personable…he was a great guy,” said Nusbaum.
“My favorite part was eating lunch with the recruits, Marines, and drill instructors. I enjoyed meeting people whose dream it was to become a Marine, their stories, and why they wanted to serve our country,” Zamora noted.
Things that made the two nervous, and some great challenges they faced, were also very great learning experiences for them too. “I was most nervous for going on a trip where everything was pretty much out of my control. They told us where to go, when to eat and we didn’t quite know what we were going to have to do,” commented Zamora.
“I was most nervous about getting yelled at by the drill instructors. That was my biggest fear. I was also scared to do things wrong because it was a lot to take in,” Nusbaum commented.
The main point of the trip was to gather experience to be able to help guide students who are interested in the Marines.
“There are lots of opportunities to ask questions and involve your guardian with helping you. The biggest thing I would say is pick the branch that’s right for you. Some people aren’t cut out for the Marines, but are for the Navy or different branch,” explained Nusbaum.
Of all the craziness, both Mrs. Nusbaum and Mrs. Zamora enjoyed the experience and learning opportunities and had a great time.
Kearsley High school students can visit the Career Center, room 107, to explore careers and create post-secondary plans, including learning about the Marines and branches of the US military.
Originally published in The Eclipse, Kearsley High School's Student News by Patrick Zamora, March 24, 2023.
