 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. On behalf of Brigadier General Heritage, the commanding general of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in the Western Recruiting Region, I want to virtually welcome you to the Family Day Message for Kilo Company. My name is Colonel Matt Palma, and I am the commanding officer of the Recruit Training Regiment. I am assisted in my duties by my senior enlisted leader, Sergeant Major Paul Levy. Together we've had the distinct pleasure of observing your Marines throughout their training, and we couldn't be more proud of what they've accomplished in a short period of time. That said, we know that our job would have been much more difficult had it not been for the solid foundation that you laid for them back at home. Moreover, the love and support that you provided throughout their training has been absolutely critical to their success, and we want to thank you for that. There's a couple other groups that we'd like to thank today. First, if you served in the Armed Forces, when they're under the watchful eye of peace or during a time of war, we want to thank you for that service and your sacrifice. It has served as an example for all Marines and especially the Marines of Kilo Company. Thank you, veterans. Next are the officers and drill instructors of Kilo Companies themselves, the Marines that proudly wear these blue t-shirts. If it had not been for their hard work and dedication, the transformation from civilian to recruit and recruit to Marine wouldn't even be possible. Do you know that there's been a drill instructor with your new Marine? Every moment of every day and night since they stepped on our famous yellow footprints. That sort of dedication doesn't come without great sacrifice. Their young families have endured long periods of time away from their Marine for the benefit of your Marine, so I'd like to take this opportunity to publicly thank the officers, drill instructors, and families of Kilo Company for a job well done. Thank you, Kilo Company, and enjoy your time off. Now, speaking of families, we know that great Marines come from great families and your Marines are absolutely no different. They pride themselves like all Marines on being the most ready when the nation is least ready. And we understand that during this pandemic, it has been difficult for you not to be here physically for today's events or for tomorrow's graduation. We appreciate your love and support as do your Marines and we just got done with the motivational run. They look healthy, happy, and are ready to continue on with their mission, which will have them depart from here tomorrow up to the School of Infantry West at Camp Pendleton where they will continue on in their training and earn the title of Rifleman and then eventually onto their following MOS School. We encourage you to continue to write and support your Marine from afar. So that they can be successful in their endeavor to earn the title of United States Marine and eventually serve in the Fleet Marine Force where their units are looking forward to their arrival. Thank you for your continued love and support. We hope that you continue to stay safe and healthy during our current environment. Continue to support your Marine and we want you to know that your Marine Corps forever remains Semper Fidelis. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Vilez and I am the Senior Drone Instructor for Platoon 3229 and these are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Sergeant Bonacamp. I am the Senior Drone Instructor for Platoon 3,230 and these are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Cortez. I am the Senior Drone Instructor for Platoon 3,231. These are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Sergeant Vilez, the Senior Drone Instructor for Platoon 3233 and these are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Philippi. I am the Senior Drone Instructor for Platoon 3,234 and these are are your Marines. Good morning ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Cortez. I'm the senior Joe Schroeder for platoon 3235 and these are your new Marines.