Recent content by swrakow

Do not count on leave - especially in early August when they're just starting out on the first trimester.

Whoa. Time out. Your daughter is only a sophomore? She has plenty of time left to bring up SAT/ACT scores and let the process play out. Most sophomores haven't even thought about taking the SAT or ACT. A lot of improvement will come with maturity as well. So, don't sweat it at this point...

Not sure what you mean by transition from NROTC to USMMA. Did you get an appointment to USMMA and you're currently in NROTC? If so, you'll need to complete the semester of NROTC and report in to USMMA for Indoc (whenever that gets scheduled due to COVID-19).

I hope they got their applications in on time. They were due not later than Jan 31st.

Sadly, and while this is way off topic, I've found that most judges weigh the credibility of law enforcement higher than the average citizen. Sorry you lost.

You're welcome. Not sure how you practice in SC, but when you have a golden ticket to USNA, why risk it on a minor traffic violation - or any violation - when you can hire someone to help guide you through it? Just trying to help the kid out. BTW - No law enforcement officer in MD can make a...

BGO

I'm also aware that NJ is a lot tougher than MD.

Really? Are you an attorney? I am. You don't "work with the ticketing officer" - at least not in Maryland.

How is getting an attorney involved not taking responsibility? That's the best way to handle the situation and may result in an outcome appropriate for the actions. Did you not see the point made about reporting the citations? You obviously have no idea how matters are handled by attorneys...

You must report the citations to admissions, but make sure they know you've been cited and not yet convicted. Next, hire a lawyer well versed in handling these types of cases. He or she might be able to get the case dismissed or get the state to agree to a disposition that doesn't result in a...

I think you misunderstood my point. The candidate can and should take all the time needed to decide - even up to May 1st. It's the candidate that accepts and then drops out on I-Day or shortly thereafter that takes a spot from someone else. I hope that clears up my position.

There's no requirement for a field admissions rep to interview USMMA candidates, though it would be a good idea. I'm both a field admissions rep for USMMA and a Blue & Gold Officer (admissions rep) for USNA. When I do the interviews for USNA, I discuss USMMA as well because I know USMMA is a...

With the application in and just waiting on the admissions board, it's time to focus on your plan B, C, D, etc. schools/options. Make sure you get through the NROTC application process. Complete all other school applications. Apply for financial aid. Get it all done so that when late April and...

Excellent example of why candidates usually end up where they're supposed to be. While it's hard to understand that at the time, it usually works out. NROTC is a fine program that produces exceptional officers every year. Congrats to you and future NROTC scholarship recipients.