What can I expect in Drill Sergeant Academy?

SSG Fletcher, it's been 27 years since I was in the Academy, but maybe I can give you some knowledge of what to expect. There was some harassment from the Cadre, but by now you have come to expect that. I recommend finding a Battle Buddy right away. you can quiz each other, and use each other as demonstrators.
Be physically fit. Memorize every exercise and the proper form. Remember to always be the example of fitness in front of your Privates. I despise someone who is out of shape trying to instruct me on how to be Fit.
Always be an expert on the subject.
This is one class that where you do not want to stay under the radar. Be noticed. Look Sharp. Above all if you see a peer struggling step up and give them help. I hope I have been of some help.
Good Luck, and remember God has got your six.

Have an extra set of Brass, Ribbons, for display.
Also, extra socks, underwear for static display.
Static display- Never use and only for display.
Use poncho liner on bed as a blanket and you will not have to make up your bed everyday.
Little things that save time as you will have very little extra.
Also, absolutely essential and could mean pass or fail.
Memorize FM 22-5 Drill and Ceremonies word for word from cover to cover.
You will be required to regurgitate every word in that manual, and if you get it wrong too many times you will get booted.
Good Luck

I went through Drill Sergeant School 29 years ago but one thing that probably has not changed is that you have to memorize the 32 modules from FM 22-5 Drill and Ceremonies. You should arrive at Drill Sergeant School knowing the first 3 word for word and in the basic format of the school teaching method. All modules are taught in this method. You will do a lot of talking to trees and I suggest you get with a peer to help each other get through this invigorating course. This was the hardest course I ever attended in the Army but the most inspiring course at the same time. If your DSL tells you something is not going to be on the final test, study the material anyway. I went from top 10% to graduate for listening to my DSL. You will do things in this school that you never thought you would be able to do. Do not take anything for granted. Study, Study, Study, and prepare yourself for each day. As SSG Lauren Manuel stated, you will learn a lot about yourself. Good luck and God speed on the trail.