Navy Service Support Advanced Training Command

🌟 NSSATC Awards Quarters Recognition 🌟

Last week, NSSATC proudly held Awards Quarters, where we recognized several outstanding instructors for earning their Master Training Specialist (MTS) Qualification.

The MTS Program is a prestigious designation for certified Navy Instructors who demonstrate exceptional knowledge, skills, and leadership in advancing Navy education and training. MTS-qualified instructors are leaders and mentors—shaping the next generation of educators by instructing, evaluating, and developing curriculum that ensures mission-ready Sailors. ⚓

Congratulations to our newly designated MTS instructors:

📍 Learning Site Dam Neck
• AOCS Gregory
• ABHC Ortiz
• QMC Urquhart
• ABEC Lunsford
• PS1 Mutee
• RS1 Le
• NC1 Riley
• PS1 Ensminger
• PS2 Taylor
📍 Learning Site San Diego
• AOCS Ransey
• LSC Valerio
• MM1 Juarez
📍 Learning Site Great Lakes
• CSS1 Dejesus
📍 Learning Site Corry Station
• YNC Hines
📍 Learning Site Bangor
• ABE1 Case
📍 Learning Site Pearl Harbor
• LT Gilges

👏 Bravo Zulu to all awardees for your dedication and commitment to excellence in Navy training!

Additionally, NSSATC held its Winter Stand-down Brief, emphasizing SAFETY FIRST as we approach the holiday season. Let’s all take time to recharge, reflect, and return ready to continue our mission safely and effectively.
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🚨 FREE Haircuts for the Fleet! 💈✂️

Looking sharp doesn’t have to cost a thing. Sailors in the Retail Specialist “C” School at Learning Site Dam Neck are offering complimentary regulation haircuts as part of their hands-on training — and you're invited to take advantage!

This week, our Commanding Officer CDR Kearney, Executive Officer CDR Baker, and Learning Site Lead LCDR Garing stopped by the RS barber lab for a fresh cut and to show their support for our Sailors in training.

The barbershop officially opened in April 2023 at Naval Station Norfolk, thanks to a partnership between NSSATC, CSS, and NAVFAC. Since then, it’s been helping Sailors stay squared away while giving RS students real-world experience.

✨ Female hair washing services also available!

📍 Location: 1650 Gilbert St, Bldg J-50, Norfolk, VA (2nd Floor via USO entrance)
🕘 Hours: Monday – Thursday | 0900–1300
Friday | 0900–1100

Don't miss out — stop by, support the next generation of RS professionals, and leave looking your best!

📸 Photo credit: RS1 Athena Jordan, RS2 Rodney Leak.

📣 NSSATC Shout-Out: Recognizing Excellence in Training and Service! ⚓️🎉

Please join us in congratulating the incredible Sailors who have gone above and beyond in their dedication, professionalism, and contributions to our mission. Whether earning prestigious awards or moving on to their next chapter, each of these individuals represents the best of NSSATC! 👏

🎖️ SPOT AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal: LT Bauldry, LS San Diego

🚢 FAIR WINDS AND FOLLOWING SEAS
We bid farewell and thank you to the following personnel transferring to new commands. Your leadership and mentorship will be greatly missed:

LSC Huang, LS Dam Neck

CSC Dixon, LS Dam Neck

📆 OF THE QUARTER AWARDS

FY25 2nd Quarter Military Instructor of the Quarter: CSC Dixon, LS Dam Neck

FY25 3rd Quarter Sailor of the Quarter: BU1 Mills, LS San Diego

BZ to all! ⚓️ Your hard work and commitment continue to uphold the highest standards of the Navy and NSSATC. Let’s give them the recognition they deserve in the comments below! 👇

🚨🎉 🎊Congratulations to CSC Myrandia Dixon in her reenlistment! Choosing to continue your service in the United States Navy is a true testament to your dedication, resilience, and commitment to the mission. Your professionalism and drive set the standard for others to follow, and we are proud to have leaders like you shaping the future of our Navy.

As you embark on the next chapter of your career, know that your hard work makes a lasting impact on your shipmates and the fleet.

Fair winds and following seas as you carry forward the Navy’s proud traditions! ⚓️🇺🇸

More information here: https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/display-news/Article/4319360/fy26-lapse-of-appropriations-department-of-the-navy-resources-for-sailors-marin/

⚓ Fair Winds and Following Seas ⚓

Today we honor Damage Controlman Chief (Surface Warfare) John M. Bukovinsky upon his retirement from the United States Navy after 21 years of faithful and dedicated service to his country.

Chief Bukovinsky’s unwavering devotion to duty, steadfast leadership, and commitment to his shipmates have left an enduring mark on all who have had the privilege to serve alongside him. His career reflects the finest traditions of naval service and stands as an example of honor, courage, and commitment.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Chief Bukovinsky and his family for their sacrifices in service to our nation. May the next chapter bring continued success, health, and happiness.

Congratulations, Chief your watch is complete. 🇺🇸⚓

"It is not the ship so much as the skillful sailing that assures the prosperous voyage." – George William Curtis

NSSATC welcomes you, Capt. Chapin!!!

🎉 Please join us in giving a warm welcome aboard to Capt. Dana Chapin, who officially assumed duties as Commanding Officer of the Center for Service Support today!

Capt. Chapin began her career as a Naval aviator 🚁 before transitioning to the human resources community, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership to our team.

👏 We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to Capt. José Hernandez for his outstanding leadership over the past two years.

Capt. Chapin is looking forward to meeting team members and visiting with local triads and leaders across all CSS locations 🌎 in the coming weeks.

⚓ We're excited to have her leadership as we continue our mission to develop and deliver training and professional development to achieve fleet readiness for our . Welcome aboard, Skipper! ⚓

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These junior culinary specialists (CS) have successfully completed four weeks of formal culinary instruction, and have earned the opportunity to become galley watch captains. NSSATC HQ was able to celebrate their accomplishments at the NS Norfolk Grand Buffet. This month's theme was "Tailgate" and offered classic game day faves, created and presented by the students!

Galley watch captains are the backbone of food service production across the Navy. Responsible for all food service operations in the galley, watch captains are given specific training to take on roles similar to a manager at a restaurant. The course expands on the basics culinary specialists are initially taught, by training them to be leaders and administrators as well as workers and servers.
With full bellies, we say to these Sailors: Bravo Zulu, and we can't wait to see you all succeed in the Fleet!

Celebrating NSSATC’s newest Chief Petty Officers, who were pinned today in front of their families, loved ones, shipmates, and fellow CPOs. HOOYAH NAVY CHIEFS! ⚓️⚓️

ABEC Aquia Lunsford
CSC Sakana Gray
EOC Markliann Hoyne
PSC Leah Jeziorski

Shipmates, take advantage of this great opportunity for a fresh cut at no cost:

Naval Station Norfolk is hosting a Shipboard Barber Course through the Retail Services Specialist (RS) program. As part of their training, Sailors in the course are offering free haircuts to the fleet throughout their education. It’s a great opportunity to support their learning and get a sharp, regulation cut at no cost!

📍 Location: 1650 Gilbert St, Bldg J-50, Norfolk, VA (2nd Floor of USO Entrance)
📅 Dates: September 1st – September 18th
⏰ Times: Monday – Thursday, 0900–1300 | Friday, 0900–1100

✨ Female hair washing services are also available.

Don’t miss out—swing by, support our RS Sailors in training, and get squared away!

Congratulations to LCDR John Lillyblad on his promotion! 🎉 His professionalism, leadership, and dedication have been vital to the continued success of NSSATC, and this milestone is a testament to his hard work and commitment.

We are proud to have him on the team and look forward to his continued leadership as he takes on this next level of responsibility. Well done, LCDR Lillyblad! ⚓👏

Congratulations to ABH1 Amanda Hinds on earning her Master Training Specialist (MTS) designation! 🎉 This achievement reflects not only her technical expertise but also her commitment to excellence in training and mentoring the next generation of Sailors.

The MTS designation is a significant milestone and a testament to ABH1 Hinds’ hard work, professionalism, and dedication to the Navy’s mission of warfighting readiness through education. We are all extremely proud of her accomplishment and look forward to seeing her continue to lead and inspire both here at NSSATC and throughout the fleet. ⚓👏