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    High School Drum Major

    Agree that it is a stretch to consider Marching Band a sport. Nevertheless it is an impressive leadership position, particularly if overseeing a large number of students. My DS was Drum Major this fall, supervising a dozen section leaders and over 100 participants, and he found many of the...
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    Impressed with LtGen Silveria

    I've been quite impressed with Lt. Gen. Silveria's statements on the value of diversity and importance of respect at the academy. As a parent of a future USAFA cadet I found this article comforting and inspirational...
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    DS was also far more interested in USAFA but he really enjoyed SLE and confirmed his interest in...

    DS was also far more interested in USAFA but he really enjoyed SLE and confirmed his interest in attending any SA. I think it also enhanced his application for nominations. He was sponsored by american legion for Boys State but you can apply online and pay your own way. Academies won't know if...
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    Lance uses competitive slate, not principal nom. DS was Eagle Scout and had leadership positions...

    Lance uses competitive slate, not principal nom. DS was Eagle Scout and had leadership positions in several activities - but not much of an athlete ( 1yr varsity letter in track). Did Boys State, WP SLE, Also did flight lessons over last two years. He thinks interviewers focused most on...
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    Semester Grades

    Jupiter, As a HS counselor I would advise you to keep AP Stats in spite of the B grade. For most competitive colleges it would draw more attention to change your senior year schedule than the grade of a B might. I also wouldn't draw attention to the grade by writing to colleges about it. If it...
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    We are in Mt. Olive, morris county. Planning on joining the NJ parent group this spring.

    We are in Mt. Olive, morris county. Planning on joining the NJ parent group this spring.
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    Thanks! Lance's office is pretty straightforward, though competitive. My DS attended his info...

    Thanks! Lance's office is pretty straightforward, though competitive. My DS attended his info session in spring of sophomore and junior years. He also connected with our local B&G officer (though never interested in USNA) who gave great suggestions in building his resume and preparing for...
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    USAFA Class of 2022 Appointment Thread

    1) usafamax / Self / LOA / 24-Nov-2017 / Undecided / CO / Congressional, JROTC Honor Unit With Distinction / DirectAppointment 2) fnafgg / DD / No LOA / 21-Nov-2017 / Accepting / MD / Presidential / Direct Appointment 3) boiler26 / DS / No LOA / 15-Nov-2017 / Accepted / TN / AF Jr ROTC / Direct...
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    NJ MOC Timeline and Competitiveness

    DS received nomination from Lance in mail yesterday (for USAFA). Letter was dated 12/21 - so at least USAFA noms from Lance are out.
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