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U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Randal Walsh, left, and Maria RodriguezCallejas, right, smile for a photo during the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 21, 2014.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Randal Walsh, left, and Maria RodriguezCallejas, right, smile for a photo during the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 21, 2014.

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

Teens particpating in the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit kayak in the bay aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 21, 2014.

Teens particpating in the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit kayak in the bay aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 21, 2014.

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps recruiters and their children kayak during one of the events of the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 21, 20140

U.S. Marine Corps recruiters and their children kayak during one of the events of the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 21, 20140

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps recruiters and their children pose for a group photo to mark the beginning of the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 20, 2014.

U.S. Marine Corps recruiters and their children pose for a group photo to mark the beginning of the 12th Marine Corps District's first annual Teen Summit aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 20, 2014.

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eric C. Hastings, middle, commanding officer, 12th Marine Corps District, shakes hands with Maj. Jason R. Fenton, right, outgoing commanding officer, Prior Service Recruiting, 12th Marine Corps District, after awarding him the Meritorious Service Medal aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 17, 2014. Fenton had relinquished his command to Maj. Brad Burnett prior to being awarded. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eric C. Hastings, middle, commanding officer, 12th Marine Corps District, shakes hands with Maj. Jason R. Fenton, right, outgoing commanding officer, Prior Service Recruiting, 12th Marine Corps District, after awarding him the Meritorious Service Medal aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 17, 2014. Fenton had relinquished his command to Maj. Brad Burnett prior to being awarded. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eric C. Hastings, commanding officer, 12th Marine Corps District, speaks to Marines during a ceremony aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 17, 2014. Hastings was attending the Prior Service Recruiting change of command ceremony where Maj. Jason R. Fenton relinquished command to Maj. Brad Burnett. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eric C. Hastings, commanding officer, 12th Marine Corps District, speaks to Marines during a ceremony aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 17, 2014. Hastings was attending the Prior Service Recruiting change of command ceremony where Maj. Jason R. Fenton relinquished command to Maj. Brad Burnett. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jason R. Fenton, commanding officer, Prior Service Recruiting (PSR), passes off a guidon to Maj. Brad Burnett, oncoming commanding officer, PSR, aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 17, 2014. The passing of the guidon symbolizes the transfer of authority from one Marine to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jason R. Fenton, commanding officer, Prior Service Recruiting (PSR), passes off a guidon to Maj. Brad Burnett, oncoming commanding officer, PSR, aboard Camp Pendleton, Calif., June 17, 2014. The passing of the guidon symbolizes the transfer of authority from one Marine to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Andrew D. Morris, center, a Jacksonville, N.C., native and recent recruit training graduate, poses for a picture with his recruiter, U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Hossley, left, the staff noncommissioned officer in charge of Recruiting Sub Station Wilmington, N.C., and one of his drill instructors, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Harold O. Everhart, right, a drill instructor with E Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., following his graduation ceremony at Southwest High School in Jacksonville, N.C., June 14, 2014. Morris worked tirelessly to finish high school early and walk at graduation after already earning the title of Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dwight A. Henderson/released)

U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Andrew D. Morris, center, a Jacksonville, N.C., native and recent recruit training graduate, poses for a picture with his recruiter, U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Christopher L. Hossley, left, the staff noncommissioned officer in charge of Recruiting Sub Station Wilmington, N.C., and one of his drill instructors, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Harold O. Everhart, right, a drill instructor with E Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., following his graduation ceremony at Southwest High School in Jacksonville, N.C., June 14, 2014. Morris worked tirelessly to finish high school early and walk at graduation after already earning the title of Marine. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dwight A. Henderson/released)

Photo by Sgt. Dwight Henderson

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lawrence A. Liechty earns the title of company honorman for Company F at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 13, 2014. Liechty excelled over his peers physically and mentally during challenges recruits face during boot camp. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lawrence A. Liechty earns the title of company honorman for Company F at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 13, 2014. Liechty excelled over his peers physically and mentally during challenges recruits face during boot camp. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

Lt. Col. Larry Parker, Marine Corps Recruiting Command proof source at the 100 Black Men National Convention and head of Enlisted Plans section of Manpower Plans and Policy Branch, Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks at the International Board of Directors Meeting in Hollywood, Florida on June 12, 2014. The 100 Black Men National Symposium integrated Marines throughout the week to discuss key topics that support African-American youth to succeed in their careers and throughout lifetime goals

Lt. Col. Larry Parker, Marine Corps Recruiting Command proof source at the 100 Black Men National Convention and head of Enlisted Plans section of Manpower Plans and Policy Branch, Headquarters Marine Corps, speaks at the International Board of Directors Meeting in Hollywood, Florida on June 12, 2014. The 100 Black Men National Symposium integrated Marines throughout the week to discuss key topics that support African-American youth to succeed in their careers and throughout lifetime goals

Photo by Lance Cpl. Jessica Quezada

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lawrence A. Leichty, company F honorgrad, is promoted to the rank of Lance Corporal aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 11, 2014. Leichty was promoted by his father, Sgt. Maj. Larry Leichty, Recruiting Station San Francisco Sergeant Major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District HQ/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lawrence A. Leichty, company F honorgrad, is promoted to the rank of Lance Corporal aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 11, 2014. Leichty was promoted by his father, Sgt. Maj. Larry Leichty, Recruiting Station San Francisco Sergeant Major. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Catie Massey, 12th Marine Corps District HQ/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

Michael Johnson, a resident of Tolland, Conn., and recent graduate of Tolland High School, is one of this year’s Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship Program, Marine Corps Option, recipients. Capt. Thomas Abbott, the Executive Officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Springfield, Mass., presented Johnson with a $150,000 scholarship during a high school awards ceremony June 3, 2014, at the school. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein.)

Michael Johnson, a resident of Tolland, Conn., and recent graduate of Tolland High School, is one of this year’s Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship Program, Marine Corps Option, recipients. Capt. Thomas Abbott, the Executive Officer of Marine Corps Recruiting Station Springfield, Mass., presented Johnson with a $150,000 scholarship during a high school awards ceremony June 3, 2014, at the school. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein.)

Photo by Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Gabriel Nava is promoted at the 12th Marine Corps District, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 2, 2014. Cpl. Adrian Cerna, left, and Cpl. Darnel Thomas pinned on his new rank during the ceremony.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Gabriel Nava is promoted at the 12th Marine Corps District, Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 2, 2014. Cpl. Adrian Cerna, left, and Cpl. Darnel Thomas pinned on his new rank during the ceremony.

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Michael Kaniuk is awarded the Meritorious Service Medal at the 12th Marine Corps District aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 2, 2014. Kaniuk was awarded for his achievements while being at the district.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Michael Kaniuk is awarded the Meritorious Service Medal at the 12th Marine Corps District aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, June 2, 2014. Kaniuk was awarded for his achievements while being at the district.

Photo by Cpl Catie Massey

NEW YORK— Boy scouts execute lunges during a physical fitness session ran by U.S. Sailors, U.S. Marines and the U.S. Coast Guard in Bowling Green park, May 23. The Boy Scout’s PT is one of many community relations events that took place during Fleet week New York City 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon Thomas)

NEW YORK— Boy scouts execute lunges during a physical fitness session ran by U.S. Sailors, U.S. Marines and the U.S. Coast Guard in Bowling Green park, May 23. The Boy Scout’s PT is one of many community relations events that took place during Fleet week New York City 2014. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon Thomas)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon Thomas

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ivey Brooks, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Durham, Marine Corps Recruiting Station Raleigh, and Durham, N.C., native, poses for a picture with Trevion Thompson, a wide receiver for the Hillside High School football team, after presenting Thompson with a certificate for his participation in the Semper-Fi All-American Bowl during the Hillside High School 65th Annual Awards Ceremony at Hillside High School in Durham, N.C., May 22, 2014. Thompson was selected to play in the SFAAB for his skill as a wide receiver, his academics and his leadership ability. The SFAAB honored selected players who demonstrated the Marine Corps’ commitment to developing quality citizens, and reinforced our core values of honor, courage, and commitment, on and off the field. Like the Marine Corps, the Semper Fidelis Football Program demanded quality of character, excellence in education, and proven physical fitness (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dwight A. Henderson/Released)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ivey Brooks, a recruiter with Recruiting Sub-Station Durham, Marine Corps Recruiting Station Raleigh, and Durham, N.C., native, poses for a picture with Trevion Thompson, a wide receiver for the Hillside High School football team, after presenting Thompson with a certificate for his participation in the Semper-Fi All-American Bowl during the Hillside High School 65th Annual Awards Ceremony at Hillside High School in Durham, N.C., May 22, 2014. Thompson was selected to play in the SFAAB for his skill as a wide receiver, his academics and his leadership ability. The SFAAB honored selected players who demonstrated the Marine Corps’ commitment to developing quality citizens, and reinforced our core values of honor, courage, and commitment, on and off the field. Like the Marine Corps, the Semper Fidelis Football Program demanded quality of character, excellence in education, and proven physical fitness (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Dwight A. Henderson/Released)

Photo by Sgt. Dwight Henderson

NORTH KINGSTON, R.I.—Laura Lavelle, a 22 year old from Uxbridge Mass., holds herself up on the pull-up bar for a total of 55 seconds while taking on the United States Marine Corps flexed arm hang challenge during the Rhode Island National Guard Open House and Air Show May 17. The airshow offers the finest aerial and static displays along with activities for people of all ages. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon Thomas)

NORTH KINGSTON, R.I.—Laura Lavelle, a 22 year old from Uxbridge Mass., holds herself up on the pull-up bar for a total of 55 seconds while taking on the United States Marine Corps flexed arm hang challenge during the Rhode Island National Guard Open House and Air Show May 17. The airshow offers the finest aerial and static displays along with activities for people of all ages. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon Thomas)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Brandon Thomas

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Michael D. Kaniuk, AOP officer, 12th Marine Corps District (12MCD), is given a going away present aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, May 16, 2014. The gift was presented as a thank you for outstanding service and leadership while serving at 12MCD.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Michael D. Kaniuk, AOP officer, 12th Marine Corps District (12MCD), is given a going away present aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, May 16, 2014. The gift was presented as a thank you for outstanding service and leadership while serving at 12MCD.

Photo by Cpl. Catie Massey

The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing rock band jammed out at Los Angeles High
School, May 14, playing current hits such as "Royals" by Lorde. The band
spent a week in Los Angeles visiting various schools within the Recruiting
Station Los Angeles area to promote musical excellence. Additionally, the
band encouraged young men and women musicians who have an interest in
joining the Marine Corps to audition for one of many music occupations
within the Corps.

The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing rock band jammed out at Los Angeles High School, May 14, playing current hits such as "Royals" by Lorde. The band spent a week in Los Angeles visiting various schools within the Recruiting Station Los Angeles area to promote musical excellence. Additionally, the band encouraged young men and women musicians who have an interest in joining the Marine Corps to audition for one of many music occupations within the Corps.

Photo by Sgt. Michele Watson

Staff Sgt. Mario A. Saldivar, 12th Marine Corps District career planner, received a certificate of appreciation from Brig. Gen. James. W. Bierman, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego and Western Recruiting Region, aboard MCRD San Diego, May 14, 2014. Saldivar was presented the certificate of appreciation for his exceptional effort and achievement in contributing to the career planning program.

Staff Sgt. Mario A. Saldivar, 12th Marine Corps District career planner, received a certificate of appreciation from Brig. Gen. James. W. Bierman, commanding general of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego and Western Recruiting Region, aboard MCRD San Diego, May 14, 2014. Saldivar was presented the certificate of appreciation for his exceptional effort and achievement in contributing to the career planning program.

Photo by Cpl. Michael Wick

Marine Corps Recruiting Command