If accepted does the USNA present anything to my DS at his high school?
Right now I would be thrilled with just an e mail of acceptance! But am wondering....How does that work with presentations? I know NROTC comes with a big fake check at high school awards ceremonies and...
View ArticleReality setting in!
My DD just received 3 nominations to USAFA as of this morning and reality is setting in. She is getting nervous and starting to get cold feet that she is one step closer to an appointment--has to do...
View ArticleUSCGA 2020 appointments
DS just received phone call from the USCGA offering him an appointment class of 2020. No email yet. He is at school and does not know yet. Any other calls today?
View ArticleUSNA Application Review
My daughter received an email this week from USNA Admissions saying that her application is complete except for the CFA and that her application will not be reviewed until her CFA is completed. This...
View ArticleNo nomination... End of the road?
Hello, I completed my application to USAFA for my November 1st deadline and had my file labeled as "competitive". However, I received one Senatorial nomination to Navy and the other to West Point. I...
View ArticleThe kids are home for Christmas
I know everyone is looking to have their family with them at Christmas, whether their children are Active Duty, Cadets or Midshipmen at an academy or ROTC. Anyway, I thought I'd create this thread for...
View ArticleCVW
Well, the journey begins. DS received an invitation to attend an upcoming CVW. Is it worth it to attend? Very clear it does not influence an appointment decision.
View ArticleFound this in applicant handbook
Important: Submit an updated copy of your transcript every time you receive semester or mid-term grades. If you are not satisfied with your PFE score, feel free to resubmit it after improving your...
View ArticleHas anyone been contacted in California?
Just curious, Has anyone gotten calls or interviews set up from Boxer, Feinstein or their MOC?
View ArticleDoDMERB AROTC scholarship
My son received the letter with information about his DoDMERB. It says to schedule the audiologist and eye exam first. Will he be allowed to do all three on the same day, if scheduling permits? The...
View ArticleBFE
The Fed Ex truck delivered the BFE today,it is official my so is a member of the USMMA class of 2020.I am so proud!!!!!!
View ArticleNominations for Athletes
Do high school students still have to compete for congressional nominations after being recruited to play at USNA? I know a guy in my congressional district that basically committed to play lacrosse at...
View ArticleAnyone accepted to Norwich?
I just wanted to start a thread for those who have been accepted to Norwich and are planning on being apart of the C/O 2020.
View ArticleMarine ROTC
I know questions ver similar to this have been asked, but what college, VMI or The Citadel, produces more Marine officers. I am interested in VMI, The Citadel, and USNA. My ultimate goal is to gain...
View ArticleWhere Are They Now?
I am starting this thread for a couple of reasons. First, I have gotten PM's from people asking about my son and what he is doing/has done since he graduated. Secondly, with the waiting that goes on...
View ArticleScholars AP Test Scores
Do Scholars need to send their AP test scores to their prep school (Marion) as well as he academy?
View ArticleAbout I-day
So my parents want to book flights to and from Annapolis - I know June 30 is I-day, but is there anything during July 1st that they have to stay for?? Thank you!!
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