(7 A.M.-3:45 P.M.)
DRILL INSTRUCTOR CREED
"These students are entrusted to my care. I will teach them to the best of my ability. I will treat them with respect, dignity and fairness. I will develop them into smartly disciplined, physically fit, thoughtful and self-motivated individuals ready to return to their campus and society as productive citizens, thoroughly indoctrinated in love of family and country, with integrity, self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-reliance. I will demand of them, and demonstrate by my own example the highest standards of personal conduct, morality and professional skill."
Richard Barrios, Head Drill Instructor
Joe Moreno, D.I.
Mary Ann Johnson, D.I.
Roger Martinez, D.I.
Lovell Rodriguez, D.I.
First Sergeant Richard Barrios
A native of Raymondville, Texas, First Sergeant Barrios lived most of his life in California. Joined the U.S. Marine Corps at the age of 18, retiring from the Marines after 22 years of active service. He is currently employed as the Head Drill Instructor here at S.A.C. This is his 14th year with the Drill Instructor Team.
Sergeant Joe Moreno
Sergeant Moreno is a native of California. He is retired after 27 years with the Texas State National Guard. This is his ninth year with the Drill Instructor Team
Sergeant Lovell Rodriguez
Sergeant Rodriguez is a native of Harlingen, Texas. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1976-1980. This is his seventh year with the Drill Instructor Team.
Sergeant Mary Ann Johnson
Sergeant Johnson is a native of Harlingen, Texas. She served her enlistment with the U.S. Army . This is her third year with the Drill Instructor Team.
Sergeant Roger Martinez
Sergeant Martinez is a native of San Benito, Texas. He served his enlistment with the U.S. Airforce. This is his third year with the Drill Instructor Team.
