Sean,
Re-post your question in late Sept.
My son is at the USAFA now as a Basic, but was a prior and went to the USAFA Prep school last year. Right now they don't have access to their computers because everyone is in Basic Training . Some of the preppies and/or preppies/ priors will look...
Before my enlisted son went to USAFA Prep I hung out on the Wingmoms FB page regarding BMT. Everything I needed to know about making a successful pilgrimage to Lackland AFB in TX for Basic Grad was at my fingertips, down to hotel and restaurant reviews, and tips on what NOT to wear. (they...
I might be wrong, but doesn't that ranking style mean several students had exactly the same stats? That is to say, there could be 10 students in 10th place if all had the same gpa. I would welcome more light on this!
I just booked our Southwest flights from San Jose for PW a few minutes ago. We're flying in on a Wed and leaving the following Tues. Rates are great right now as they are having promotion. 2 tickets round trip all fees with early boarding was $540. It's not too early to book a hotel, but some...
Fun of Arts
Fun of Arts may in fact be a graduation requirement that is school-specific. If he is in a STEM school this may be their way of covering a comprehensive education.
My son who is headed to the Prep school enrolled in more than the minimum number of classes while in HS because...
About those computers: see page 6 of 2013 Package
ELECTRONICS AND APPLIANCES
a. Cadet Candidates will be issued laptop computers at the conclusion of BMT. Cadet Candidates will have access to email and the internet at that time. Personal laptops may be used by Cadet Candidates at the...
I would doubt the FAFSA would apply to AFA either. Because everything is covered at the AFA there is no "cost of attendence". Please correct me if I am misinformed.
Kate,
I asked because your posts are so comprehensive and helpful - and my son AFrpaso was just appointed to the prep school. (you know that already, I'm sure you recognize his name!) but I just registered. Any tips for places to go online to get info? Are you familiar with the Facebook page...
Thank you! I couldn't find it online and thought I was losing my touch!
Thank you so much for all of your helpful, encouraging posts over the last 6 weeks.