Newbie Parent Questions
A couple of questions. We are really greenhorns to this. 1. When are plebes released for Thanksgiving. All week? The Wed. just before? 2. When will we know what his address will be. I would like to...
View ArticleChances of USAFA Admissions
I'm a very anxious junior in high school right now, and can't wait to get to college. My top two places I would love to go to are the Air Force Academy, and perhaps the Naval Academy (Air Force being...
View ArticleNo Appointment or TWE....just Crickets
I have seen about 13 candidates or parents of DD/DSs with out appointments and or TWEs...I figured we can keep track together and help any future candidates follow the progression. So here is a thread...
View ArticleR-day? carry a backpack??
What do most cadets carry their personal items in for r-day? would a backpack be better? I have read to have items packed in zip lock bags for quick transition to issued duffel bag. What is best?
View ArticleTWEs will be sent this week
Just heard that the Academy will begin notifying candidates this week if they are no longer being considered for an appointment. Unfortunately I also learned that my DS will be one of the candidates...
View Article2020 Appointee Facebook
DD requested to join the 2020 Appointee Facebook a few day ago, but has not received a reply. Is there something else she needs to do? This is the first time she has ever been on Facebook, so not sure...
View ArticleMedical Waiver
Anybody know how long the medical waiver process takes? I have finished my remedials and now the waiver process has begun, according to the brief call I had with my medical technician when discussing...
View ArticleCPR...with no nomination?!
Hello everyone, Even though I recently accepted my appointment to USAFA, I am still CPR'd for the Naval Academy....and I don't even have a nomination. I will be going to USAFA no matter what but I am...
View ArticleAFROTC Scholarship and GI Bill
Wondering if anyone has combined Post 9/11 GI Bill with AFROTC scholarship? Sure wish there was a way to use both at VMI to help offset the R&B, quartermaster, athletic/medical fees. But seems like...
View ArticleThe US Air Force Academy: Elite Undergraduate College?
Hi everyone. I recently came across this article while researching USAFA (I'm an appointee trying to decide whether or not to attend). In the article, former USAFA and USNA instructor Jeff Dyche claims...
View ArticleForeign Language
I thought it would be helpful to have a recent thread on foreign languages. So just a couple of questions to start it... 1. What language should our younger lurkers/posters take? 2. How important is a...
View ArticleI need to make a decision by Tuesday.
Hi all, This is my first post on this forum. I'm a high school senior set on UC Davis as an Electrical Engineering major. Long story short I was approached by recruiting officers who wanted me to join...
View ArticleACT/SAT Scores - When to send?
My son is a 2018, current hs sophomore and will begin taking ACT/SAT this summer/fall. Should we send his first scores or wait until he knows scores and wants to send? Does it hurt to send scores...
View ArticleLead program appointments
Hello everyone new to the forums and was wondering if any prior enlisted personnel have heard back yet? I know the common thought is that the boards generally meet in April but diving into some older...
View ArticleNROTC Orientation Week
I am going to be a Marine option midshipman this fall and I was wondering if anyone has any insight as to what the orientation week is like? Also if anyone has any advice in general on how to best...
View ArticleBringing ABUs to inprocessing
Recently, I got sized at a local AFB for ABUs. If I purchase them now, can I bring them to inprocessing?
View ArticleGently Used and Formerly Loved USNA Gear for Sale!
FOR SALE! 34 year collection of USNA gear, including polo shirts, jackets, foam fingers, cowbells and even an authentic “B Robe”. Size: Adult Size Men’s MED. 18 year collection of boys USNA clothing,...
View ArticleSea Cadets... Sound Off
I'm an officer in the Sea Cadets... Would like to hear from Sea Cadets (or their parents) that applied in this cycle and what the result was... Please include the rank you achieved. DS was a Chief and...
View ArticleYour son/daughter goes where???
I am trying to compile a list of questions and responses from people when you talk to them about your child. Anything from the silly to the uneducated ones are fine. 1-5 sentences preferable. Thanks....
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