How do parents prepare before bringing their DS to BCT in June? (class of 2022)

Capri120 said:
And, just a heads up for the 2022 parents and family concerning the A-Day parade...

Your new cadets will be standing at attention in front of the stands for what seems like forever. Unfortunately, due to temperature, nervousness, and especially "locking of knees" (not relaxing inconspicuously), you will have several drop out, literally. But, don't worry; there are many cadet EMTs and upperclassmen on the prowl looking for the first signs of this and will "rescue" the ones who need a hand.
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One of the most disconcerting things I have ever witnessed - and I was prepared for it!
 
For those interested in the scheduled dates as they stand at present, the march back from Jacks Valley is planned for Aug 1 and the acceptance parade is planned for August 7th.
 
Capri120 said:
And, just a heads up for the 2022 parents and family concerning the A-Day parade...

Your new cadets will be standing at attention in front of the stands for what seems like forever. Unfortunately, due to temperature, nervousness, and especially "locking of knees" (not relaxing inconspicuously), you will have several drop out, literally. But, don't worry; there are many cadet EMTs and upperclassmen on the prowl looking for the first signs of this and will "rescue" the ones who need a hand.
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Several is an understatement!
 
It is funny just last night my mom said she preferred being ignorant to the process. Being the second time (sister a 2015 grad) and knowing what is expected and what is going to happen to me will make it harder :) . So to the new parents, maybe ignorance is bliss.
 
jets737 said:
Capri120 said:
And, just a heads up for the 2022 parents and family concerning the A-Day parade...

Your new cadets will be standing at attention in front of the stands for what seems like forever. Unfortunately, due to temperature, nervousness, and especially "locking of knees" (not relaxing inconspicuously), you will have several drop out, literally. But, don't worry; there are many cadet EMTs and upperclassmen on the prowl looking for the first signs of this and will "rescue" the ones who need a hand.
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Several is an understatement!
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They were dropping like flies in front of us last year (one squadron didn't eat breakfast). But the EMT staff was on top of it. Only problem was running out of granola bars to hand out, which several of us parents handed down to them. It was hard to watch even though we knew it was going to happen. Was almost funny to watch the other parents as we all would start to reach out like we could catch them. But they all were fine after a brief rest with some water and food.
 
Parents of new appointees, the Appointee Kit might be visible on your appointee's portal as of this morning. We discovered it today. Oh goody! Another checklist to work on! :jump1:
 
mommahedg said:
jets737 said:
Capri120 said:
And, just a heads up for the 2022 parents and family concerning the A-Day parade...

Your new cadets will be standing at attention in front of the stands for what seems like forever. Unfortunately, due to temperature, nervousness, and especially "locking of knees" (not relaxing inconspicuously), you will have several drop out, literally. But, don't worry; there are many cadet EMTs and upperclassmen on the prowl looking for the first signs of this and will "rescue" the ones who need a hand.
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Several is an understatement!
Click to expand...

They were dropping like flies in front of us last year (one squadron didn't eat breakfast). But the EMT staff was on top of it. Only problem was running out of granola bars to hand out, which several of us parents handed down to them. It was hard to watch even though we knew it was going to happen. Was almost funny to watch the other parents as we all would start to reach out like we could catch them. But they all were fine after a brief rest with some water and food.
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At USNA they have Mids assigned to keep a look out for anyone starting to wobble or sway, and go "catch" them before they drop. They call them "body snatchers" lol
 
Had a couple more thoughts - not so much about getting ready for I-Day but beyond then. Like one of the other posters, I have a DD in the class of 2021 so now about 9 months in, and the one thing that I would say above all else is embrace your new family. Whether it's I-Day, A-Day, Parent's Weekend, a sporting event, this forum, a Facebook page you will have a group of friends like no other and even though you've never met in person each and every one will be there for you whatever the circumstance - to help you pray (if that's your thing), to help your DD/S on A-Day if you can't go buying all the the items on your shopping list, to take your DD/S to dinner when they visit their kids... the list goes on and on. You are not alone and the sooner you reach out and find your tribe the more magical the entire experience becomes. This first year has been simply amazing - enjoy your ride.
 
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