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Exceptional people create exceptional training - and for the 1st quarter of 2026, the spotlight shines on Ms. Meridith B...
05/30/2026

Exceptional people create exceptional training - and for the 1st quarter of 2026, the spotlight shines on Ms. Meridith Breen.

The Center for Service Support is proud to recognize Ms. Breen, an Instructional Systems Specialist, as the CSS Staff Senior Civilian of the 1st Quarter 2026!

Through her expertise, innovation, and commitment to excellence, Ms. Breen plays a key role in developing and improving training that supports Sailors across the fleet. Her dedication to delivering high-quality learning solutions and her unwavering support of the CSS mission have made a lasting impact on both the command and the students we serve.

This recognition reflects her outstanding performance, professionalism, and contributions to advancing Fleet readiness through education and training.

Congratulations, Ms. Breen, on this well-deserved recognition. And thank you for your continued leadership, dedication, and commitment to mission success!

Excellence behind the scenes keeps the mission moving forward - and this quarter, that excellence belongs to Mr. Thomas ...
05/29/2026

Excellence behind the scenes keeps the mission moving forward - and this quarter, that excellence belongs to Mr. Thomas Seward.

The Center for Service Support is proud to recognize Mr. Seward, one of our Purchasing Technicians, as the CSS Staff Junior Civilian of the 1st Quarter 2026.

Through his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to supporting the command, Mr. Seward helps ensure CSS has the resources needed to train and develop the Sailors who serve our fleet. His attention to detail and unwavering work ethic have made a positive impact across the organization and earned him this well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations, Mr. Seward, on being named CSS Staff Junior Civilian of the 1st Quarter. Thank you for all you do to support the mission and your teammates every day!

High-performing teams don’t manage themselves - they’re led by someone who knows how to encourage talent, clear obstacle...
05/28/2026

High-performing teams don’t manage themselves - they’re led by someone who knows how to encourage talent, clear obstacles, and keep priorities moving in the same direction.

Meet Lt. Cmdr. Judith Rooney, who leads a team of Training Managers and keeps training efforts across the domain synchronized, supported, and mission-ready.

Since joining CSS in April 2024, Lt. Cmdr. Rooney has worn two hats: N76 Division Officer and CSS Legal Officer, a combination that keeps her right at the center of both training ex*****on and legal accountability.

As N76 DIVO, she leads a team of 12 Training Managers, helping deconflict priorities, align schedules, and support training quality efforts across the domain. She also works with Learning Site teams and senior leaders to keep communication and ex*****on on the same page - especially when big training initiatives are in motion.

On the legal side, she partners with Learning Site Legal Officers and NETC stakeholders to ensure legal packages are properly routed, reviewed, and processed.

Her work directly supports SECWAR priorities - especially innovation and modernization in training - by helping ensure training improvements are implemented smoothly, correctly, and consistently across the enterprise.

What stands out most in her role? Training change doesn’t happen in a vacuum - it takes coordination, process, and a whole lot of teamwork across multiple stakeholders to keep the Fleet aligned and ready.

Her top production tip is simple: Write it down! Make a list of things you need to track and when you need to track them. Put your brain on paper and you’ll never miss a thing.

When she’s not in meetings or managing cross-domain coordination, she’s traveling or enjoying time with her husband and daughter.

Every Sailor’s journey begins somewhere — and for thousands each year, it starts at “Freedom’s Front Door,” aka a Milita...
05/27/2026

Every Sailor’s journey begins somewhere — and for thousands each year, it starts at “Freedom’s Front Door,” aka a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).

Last week, future MEPS commanding officers gathered at the Center for Service Support in Newport, Rhode Island, for the Human Resources Center of Excellence’s MEPS Commanding Officer Seminar. Through mentorship, real-world lessons, and candid discussions with senior leaders from the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM), these Human Resources Officers gained valuable insight into leading one of the Navy’s most important accessions touchpoints.

This year’s seminar featured guest instructors directly from the United States Military Entrance Processing Command, including Capt. Chris Carmichael, U.S. Navy, commander of Western Sector, and Command Sgt. Maj. David Goins, U.S. Army, senior enlisted advisor for Western Sector. Their operational expertise provided students with valuable perspectives on the unique challenges and responsibilities that come with MEPS command.

From workforce management and stakeholder engagement to operational best practices, the seminar helps prepare future commanders to lead with confidence at one of the nation’s 65 MEPS locations - ensuring every prospective service member receives a professional and positive first impression of military service.

By investing in leader development today, CSS and HRCOE are helping shape the commanders who will guide tomorrow’s force through "Freedom’s Front Door."

Every Sailor’s journey from boot camp to the Fleet depends on precision timing - and Mike Lebeau is one of the people ma...
05/26/2026

Every Sailor’s journey from boot camp to the Fleet depends on precision timing - and Mike Lebeau is one of the people making sure it all lines up. As the N9 Deputy for Resources/Requirements/Plans, he’s spent more than 14 years quietly orchestrating the flow of students, resources, and training across every CSS Learning Site.
Mr. Lebeau’s work lives at the intersection of big-picture planning and minute-by-minute coordination. He collaborates with planners and resource sponsors to lock in course quotas, tracks student arrivals weeks in advance, and keeps a close eye on how those movements impact everything from classroom seats to barracks space. If there’s a gap, a bottleneck, or a surge - he’s already working the solution.
One of his biggest wins? Helping establish a 10-week arrival tracker for Recruit Training Command (RTC) graduates, giving learning sites the visibility they need to stay ahead and mission-ready. And while some may think his role is just about scheduling classes, the reality is a constant cycle of strategy, coordination, and fine-tuned planning to keep the entire training pipeline moving.
What keeps him here after all these years is simple: the people and the strong sense of camaraderie. When he’s not keeping things on track, you’ll likely find him recharging with heavy metal music, exploring crystals and minerals, or spending time with his puppies. A lifelong learner at heart, he’s fascinated by history, the universe, and quantum information - and if he could instantly master anything, it’d be the bagpipes.
Behind every smooth transition from training to the Fleet, there’s a plan - and Mr. Lebeau is helping make it happen.

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their courag...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to duty secured the freedoms we enjoy every day.

At the Center for Service Support, we remember those who stood the watch before us and gave everything in defense of our country. Their legacy lives on through the service, dedication, and resilience of today’s Sailors and civilians.

As we gather with family and friends this holiday weekend, let us also take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day — honoring the fallen, supporting their families, and ensuring their sacrifice is never forgotten.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

App UPDATE! The Center for Service Support Non-Resident Training Course App (CSS NRTC App) has officially upgraded to Ve...
05/22/2026

App UPDATE!

The Center for Service Support Non-Resident Training Course App (CSS NRTC App) has officially upgraded to Version 4.0.

This latest update delivers revised and enhanced training content across several key Navy communities, including:
• Musician (MU) Volume 1 and Volume 2
• Educational Services Officer (ESO)
• Retail Services Specialist (RS)
• Logistics Specialist (LS)
• Culinary Specialist (CS)

Additionally, the update includes revised testing content for RS, LS and CS courses, along with a certificate update for the Command Official Mail Training Manual.

The CSS NRTC App continues to provide Sailors with flexible, on-the-go access to professional development and advancement-related training resources — anytime, anywhere.

Download or update the app TODAY through MyNavy HR IT Solutions and stay mission-ready.



NTTC Meridian
Navy Service Support Advanced Training Command
Naval School of Music
U.S. Navy Supply Corps School

Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP)

Navy Band Southeast
United States Navy Band
Naval Education and Training Command
Navy Band Northeast
Navy Band Northwest
Navy Band Great Lakes

During the past two weeks, subject matter experts from across the Fleet gathered in Newport, R.I., for Center for Servic...
05/21/2026

During the past two weeks, subject matter experts from across the Fleet gathered in Newport, R.I., for Center for Service Support-led workshops focused on updating critical Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) for Navy Counselors (NC) and Mass Communication Specialists (MC).

The workshops brought together Fleet leaders to revise PQSs and training manuals that directly support career development, fleet readiness, and strategic communication across the Navy.

From helping Sailors navigate their careers to telling the Navy story around the world, NCs and MCs play a vital role in mission success every day.

“Effective storytelling is our way of highlighting the vital work Sailors and Marines do every day and bridging the distance between the deckplates and the homefront,” said U.S. Fleet Forces Command's MCC(SW/AW) Evan Thompson.

The updated PQSs and training materials will help ensure Sailors across the fleet are prepared to lead, mentor, communicate, and support the mission for years to come.

Photo credit: Lauren Bickings, NCS PAO

It is with immense pride and distinct pleasure that we recognize the outstanding Chiefs across our domain who have been ...
05/19/2026

It is with immense pride and distinct pleasure that we recognize the outstanding Chiefs across our domain who have been screened for advancement to Senior Chief Petty Officer.

Please join us in congratulating:

Navy Service Support Advanced Training Command
CSCS Abel Contreras
LSCS Raymond Molina
DCCS Robert Gamble (PG)

Naval School of Music
MUCS Diane Potts (PG)
MUCS Jacob Stith

NTTC Meridian
LSCS Dominick Roberts

Their selection is a testament to their stellar dedication, professionalism, and leadership.

There is no doubt they will continue to inspire, mentor, and lead with the same excellence that brought them to this milestone.

Bravo Zulu and congratulations on this well-earned achievement!

Behind every successful mission is a team of dedicated professionals making an impact through leadership, expertise, and...
05/18/2026

Behind every successful mission is a team of dedicated professionals making an impact through leadership, expertise, and solid support. Congratulations to the Center for Service Support’s 2nd Quarter Civilian of the Quarter winners on this outstanding achievement and well-deserved recognition.

Domain Junior COQ
Lauren Bickings – Naval Chaplaincy School

Domain Senior COQ
Joey Jefcoat – NTTC Meridian

Your hard work, commitment to excellence, and support to Sailors and students across the Fleet help strengthen the mission every day. Thank you for all you do to support training, readiness, and warfighter development.

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