So, how/where/when/why did your child...
OK, I'll start. So, I am called "fencersmother" for good reason: all four of my kids were fencers (as in sword fighting), some great at it, some good, all sound and enjoyed it. So, why did my kids...
View ArticlePlebe Pillow Pugilists
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/09/05/u...column-region®ion=top-news&WT.nav=top-news Uh, oh. The New York Times got hold of the story that 30 plebes were injured in the annual plebe pillow...
View ArticleCFA on portal
I just took the CFA and my teacher sent in my scores. However, I've noticed that I am not able to view my CFA scores even though they are on file...Is this natural or is there some sort of problem?
View ArticleCFA scores...
Can anyone give me some input on how well I performed on the CFA? basketball throw: 67 feet pull ups: 9 shuttle run: 8.9 seconds sit-ups: 78 pushups: 70 mile-run: 7:01 Where can I improve?
View ArticleCVW
Alright quick question folks. I'm penciled in to be attending the CVW on the 17th-19th but I'm in a bit of a situation. My golf coach scheduled a conference match after I confirmed my visit. If I opt...
View ArticleResume
Making a resume for AFROTC is a requirement. They gave us a sample from one of the C/ Maj however he included his high school achievements. Do HS achievements still matter? I honestly thought its all...
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My ROTC Dilemna
So, I was QQQ qualified for West Point but not appointed (maybe it was because I submitted my file in February!) At any rate, now I've been accepted to one of the top public schools in my state(with...
View ArticleOML/branching
I am wondering if someone can help me understand the OML and Branching for cadets. I have a freshman cadet who has always wanted to join the ROTC. However, now he is reconsidering and its because of...
View ArticleCandidate Writing Sample
Option #3 on the writing samples states: Please provide any additional information or background you believe will be of assistance in evaluating your application. What is the primary purpose of this...
View ArticleWest Point?
I am a senior in high school but I am in a program where I am attending college full time and getting high school and college credit. By the time I graduate, I will have 46 college credits. Almost 2...
View ArticleSummer Seminar Acceptance
Hello Everybody, I have heard that summer seminar is more difficult to get accepted to than the actual academy? I have heard that if you get accepted into summer seminar and you have many of the other...
View ArticleConcussion DQ
Hello, I am applying to both the AFA and USNA, I am nearly complete with both, however, I have recently received a DQ for a Concussion (211.50) that I sustained my sophomore year during football. I...
View ArticleSCHEDULER FORWARDED TO DODMERB
My Medical status on my portal says "SCHEDULER FORWARDED TO DODMERB." Yet I cannot log on on www.dodmets.com. What is going on?
View ArticleWhat is a "Letter of Encouragement"???
So DS got a letter on his portal today. Here is some of what it said: Dear ------- "I reviewed your application for admission to the United States Military Academy at West Point. The information you...
View ArticleCurrent/Prior ALOs
I'm trying to get in contact with my ALO to ask her this same question, however I haven't heard back from her in a week and while I'm going to attempt to touch bases with her again today, the Tuition...
View ArticleDating at SAs?
From what I understand, dating isn't very common at SAs, and I have also read some stuff about graduates having trouble with relationships later on. There are some mixed messages on these forums about...
View ArticleNuclear and Missile Operations Officer
I am an AFROTC cadet who is applying for a scholarship that leads to a job as a Nuclear and Missile Operations Officer. What are the pros and cons of this career field, are there opportunities to...
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Failing CFA scores??
Hello all. Today I did my CFA In an attempt to finish up my application. I felt very ready and awesome. I just started cross country so I am in great running shape and all. But when I actually did my...
View ArticleMy News from USAFA Parent's Weekend
Attended a short meeting with a parent’s group rep who attended USAFA parent’s association meeting hosted by Gen. Mitchell. Here is what was passed along: #1: RPA slots. This is the #1 mission that...
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