Still in the game

I am very happy there was not another bloodletting this weekend, but it does leave me scratching my head, wondering wondering wondering.

Had an amazing day at Univ of Michigan College of Engineering Campus Day! Boy oh boy, college has changed since his dad and I went, back in the dark ages! What a fabulous place to be! As far as plan B's go, not too shabby! Lol
 
kayaker said:
Still in the game. Rooting for all still in play, especially you, MiddyB. Your latest post was very moving
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Thank you kayaker! It means a great deal! I'm praying this new week brings the news we have all hoped for.
 
USNA vs. NAPS

For all who have received the TWE, has there been any information given about possibly doing NAPS? Or any thoughts??
 
Just arrived home after 6 hours of track for DD's 3 little sisters. Mailbox contained nothing from USNA. Relief 'til Monday's stalking of the mailbox!
 
A classmate of my DS received an offer for NAPS a week ago Saturday. Nothing in our box today in SC. I never cared for Sundays bc they were followed by the dreaded Mondays, but I am a huge fan of Sundays now bc I can relax and no stalking!
 
spice3389 said:
For all who have received the TWE, has there been any information given about possibly doing NAPS? Or any thoughts??
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From what I understand, once the TWE that contains the letter of regret arrives, the candidate is done for the year. Now, the candidate may get a small envelope offering the wait list or possibly a foundation school.
 
DS son would have jumped at NAPS but that is an appointment as well and it was not offered.


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Well I have very exciting news for my long suffering forum friends -
my new pal mrs.m and I are meeting up in DC in two weeks while our DS's check out Plan B's. I am so EXCITED! Wompwomp, Navymomwannabe and all my other buddies we will have a drink and toast in your honor!
 
I notice the thread is starting to take a turn towards alcohol. A sure sign that April is upon us and yet there are so many unknowns. Cheers!


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There is light...

On March 24th my DS got the TWE. As you would assume he was heart broken; however, he had the A2 plan.

I refer to "A2" because I don't like calling NROTC a "B" plan as it gets you to the same goal of becoming an officer. The Academy, NROTC, OCS are really interchangeable, it's just depends on the road the candidate wants to take.

On Thursday we flew to his A2 school. The day was great... There was a lot of action on campus and we spent the first day doing his thing. And yes there was no way we could leave without spending $120.00 on a sweatshirt, "T" shirt and a bumper sticker. I did not like that part but who am I to take the day away. Day 2 was a bigger hit. We planned a visit through the visitors center and got to see more of the school. He also had the chance to talk to several students.

At 2:30 we went to the NROTC unit so he could meet with his freshman advisor. He toured the unit with a 3rd year mid, meet a current freshman and spoke with two LT's. I took the parental path and kept myself separated so he could be himself.

It was a grand slam. Everything went quite well for him and everybody in the unit were great. They know he was a academy candidate and let him know that they would support him completely if he were to apply again. They currently have a mid freshman that tried for the academy last year but did not got in, this mid reapplied and got in this year. The mid is not sure if he / she will now attend the academy because of the experience with the unit and the friends and bonds that were made.

There is light if you or your DS / DD does not get the BFE and the light comes quick. My DS will apply again but he was one very happy kid with the A2 choice and the NROTC unit.

Cheers to all!
 
Prepswimmom said:
Well I have very exciting news for my long suffering forum friends -
my new pal mrs.m and I are meeting up in DC in two weeks while our DS's check out Plan B's. I am so EXCITED! Wompwomp, Navymomwannabe and all my other buddies we will have a drink and toast in your honor!
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YAY, how fun!!! Have a great time. DS is also considering two schools in DC; GW and Catholic U.

Btw, my DS is a swimmer and Water Polo player who also decided not to try and get recruited. He said he wanted to be able to have time to try other sports (like rowing) and did not want to get locked down. After the TSW, which he got to his 2nd choice as well, he's now accepting recruiting trip offers from the other schools he was accepted to. Ugh, poor kids. Such big decisions.
 
Ex.BT.USN said:
On March 24th my DS got the TWE. As you would assume he was heart broken; however, he had the A2 plan.

I refer to "A2" because I don't like calling NROTC a "B" plan as it gets you to the same goal of becoming an officer. The Academy, NROTC, OCS are really interchangeable, it's just depends on the road the candidate wants to take.

On Thursday we flew to his A2 school. The day was great... There was a lot of action on campus and we spent the first day doing his thing. And yes there was no way we could leave without spending $120.00 on a sweatshirt, "T" shirt and a bumper sticker. I did not like that part but who am I to take the day away. Day 2 was a bigger hit. We planned a visit through the visitors center and got to see more of the school. He also had the chance to talk to several students.

At 2:30 we went to the NROTC unit so he could meet with his freshman advisor. He toured the unit with a 3rd year mid, meet a current freshman and spoke with two LT's. I took the parental path and kept myself separated so he could be himself.

It was a grand slam. Everything went quite well for him and everybody in the unit were great. They know he was a academy candidate and let him know that they would support him completely if he were to apply again. They currently have a mid freshman that tried for the academy last year but did not got in, this mid reapplied and got in this year. The mid is not sure if he / she will now attend the academy because of the experience with the unit and the friends and bonds that were made.

There is light if you or your DS / DD does not get the BFE and the light comes quick. My DS will apply again but he was one very happy kid with the A2 choice and the NROTC unit.

Cheers to all!
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:thumb::thumb::thumb:
I like the A2 label too...nicely called!
 
wompwomp said:
YAY, how fun!!! Have a great time. DS is also considering two schools in DC; GW and Catholic U.

Btw, my DS is a swimmer and Water Polo player who also decided not to try and get recruited. He said he wanted to be able to have time to try other sports (like rowing) and did not want to get locked down. After the TSW, which he got to his 2nd choice as well, he's now accepting recruiting trip offers from the other schools he was accepted to. Ugh, poor kids. Such big decisions.
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Those are the two schools our kids are looking at! My DS - Catholic and mrs.m is GW. DC is such a great place for college. My husband went to Catholic law and loved it. Only problem, no NROTC, only Army. First we go to Norwich next week. Will your DS swim in college? Mine got a very enthusiastic email from Catholic coach so he's excited. Come meet us wompwomp!:smile:
 
Ex.BT.USN said:
On March 24th my DS got the TWE. As you would assume he was heart broken; however, he had the A2 plan.

I refer to "A2" because I don't like calling NROTC a "B" plan as it gets you to the same goal of becoming an officer. The Academy, NROTC, OCS are really interchangeable, it's just depends on the road the candidate wants to take.

On Thursday we flew to his A2 school. The day was great... There was a lot of action on campus and we spent the first day doing his thing. And yes there was no way we could leave without spending $120.00 on a sweatshirt, "T" shirt and a bumper sticker. I did not like that part but who am I to take the day away. Day 2 was a bigger hit. We planned a visit through the visitors center and got to see more of the school. He also had the chance to talk to several students.

At 2:30 we went to the NROTC unit so he could meet with his freshman advisor. He toured the unit with a 3rd year mid, meet a current freshman and spoke with two LT's. I took the parental path and kept myself separated so he could be himself.

It was a grand slam. Everything went quite well for him and everybody in the unit were great. They know he was a academy candidate and let him know that they would support him completely if he were to apply again. They currently have a mid freshman that tried for the academy last year but did not got in, this mid reapplied and got in this year. The mid is not sure if he / she will now attend the academy because of the experience with the unit and the friends and bonds that were made.

There is light if you or your DS / DD does not get the BFE and the light comes quick. My DS will apply again but he was one very happy kid with the A2 choice and the NROTC unit.

Cheers to all!
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Very happy for your DS - all sounds like a great place to land! All the best to him - and you of course!
 
Ex.BT.USN said:
On March 24th my DS got the TWE. As you would assume he was heart broken; however, he had the A2 plan.

I refer to "A2" because I don't like calling NROTC a "B" plan as it gets you to the same goal of becoming an officer. The Academy, NROTC, OCS are really interchangeable, it's just depends on the road the candidate wants to take.

On Thursday we flew to his A2 school. The day was great... There was a lot of action on campus and we spent the first day doing his thing. And yes there was no way we could leave without spending $120.00 on a sweatshirt, "T" shirt and a bumper sticker. I did not like that part but who am I to take the day away. Day 2 was a bigger hit. We planned a visit through the visitors center and got to see more of the school. He also had the chance to talk to several students.

At 2:30 we went to the NROTC unit so he could meet with his freshman advisor. He toured the unit with a 3rd year mid, meet a current freshman and spoke with two LT's. I took the parental path and kept myself separated so he could be himself.

It was a grand slam. Everything went quite well for him and everybody in the unit were great. They know he was a academy candidate and let him know that they would support him completely if he were to apply again. They currently have a mid freshman that tried for the academy last year but did not got in, this mid reapplied and got in this year. The mid is not sure if he / she will now attend the academy because of the experience with the unit and the friends and bonds that were made.

There is light if you or your DS / DD does not get the BFE and the light comes quick. My DS will apply again but he was one very happy kid with the A2 choice and the NROTC unit.

Cheers to all!
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ExBTUSN,

So happy for you! This is wonderful news for your DS! Thank you for sharing such a positive turn!
 
Prepswimmom said:
Those are the two schools our kids are looking at! My DS - Catholic and mrs.m is GW. DC is such a great place for college. My husband went to Catholic law and loved it. Only problem, no NROTC, only Army. First we go to Norwich next week. Will your DS swim in college? Mine got a very enthusiastic email from Catholic coach so he's excited. Come meet us wompwomp!:smile:
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wompwomp,

As prepswimmom knows, my DS is looking at Catholic, too! We are trying to see if he can transfer his AROTC schol to there. His older sister is there currently.

Have to introduce the boys if they all end up there!

Enjoy DC, prepswimmom & mrs.m!!!
 
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