Ohio2015Parent
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I'm a bit reluctant to encourage him via the SMP program. I'm concerned that with college, ROTC, and a Nat Guard commitment he might be jumping headfirst into too many new environments. I really want him focusing his first year on his grades and maximizing his ROTC participation. Maybe I'm wrong about that, have to give it some more thought.
Glad to see I'm not the only parent who thought this thru. We just returned from a presentation at DS 1st choice school about SMP options. My DS is conflicted about why he even worked so hard for the last 3-4 years to be a strong candidate for an AROTC scholarship when this path was open to his dream without near the effort to build a strong file. However, I too feel that the SMP program may draw energy from the main focus - college GPA.
A lot of information to consider and process.
Take care