Just_A_Mom
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Boiler83:
Here is my advice based on a recent experience with our Congressman's office.
I called our Congressman's office yesterday to ask a question and spoke with his Nominations Manager about the application. In the course of the conversation - she mentioned the interview date, which they changed from last year and now my daughter unfortunately won't be able to attend as she will be in Alabama.
Fortunately, her Congressman understands and will schedule a phone interview for her.
So, now the Nomination Manager - told me that she already has had several requests from kids who are seeking another nomination - and she said "It is always really neat to see the kids come back in their uniforms, I guess there probably won't be that many this year though (since they changed the date)".
So, from her comment it sounds like it would be expected for kids to come in their uniforms.
I am aware that this is a big country with lots of local customs, what is expected in one area may not be expected in another area. So it won't hurt to pick up the phone, call the person in charge and have a conversation. If you get a hint of what is expected - go with that. Otherwise use your best judgement.
Here is my advice based on a recent experience with our Congressman's office.
I called our Congressman's office yesterday to ask a question and spoke with his Nominations Manager about the application. In the course of the conversation - she mentioned the interview date, which they changed from last year and now my daughter unfortunately won't be able to attend as she will be in Alabama.
Fortunately, her Congressman understands and will schedule a phone interview for her.
So, now the Nomination Manager - told me that she already has had several requests from kids who are seeking another nomination - and she said "It is always really neat to see the kids come back in their uniforms, I guess there probably won't be that many this year though (since they changed the date)".
So, from her comment it sounds like it would be expected for kids to come in their uniforms.
I am aware that this is a big country with lots of local customs, what is expected in one area may not be expected in another area. So it won't hurt to pick up the phone, call the person in charge and have a conversation. If you get a hint of what is expected - go with that. Otherwise use your best judgement.