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Recently I heard about the appointment presentation. While at my son's school for an event, I inquired his HS counselor about the School Awards ceremony and West Point appointment presentation logistics. He mentioned that school has not done it such presentation before to his knowledge but he...

Like any other parents, we are very proud, happy and humble that our DS decided to be part of the noble cause of serving the country and ready to continue the family legacy to service. Now that neighbors, friends and others getting to know of his appointment to West Point, I was wondering what...

First of all I must say that how valuable all the guidance and wisdom from the veterans and long timers of this forum has been for the success of our DS. THANK YOU ALL. Single most important advice he took it by the heart was “keep working hard and have a plan B”. At this step of the process, we...

I understand LOA requires an alternate nomination, not principal to get a potential appointment (provided other conditions were met). If same thing is true for LOE as well or it requires a principal nom?

Just wondering to share experience with submission of VP nomination application. My DS used the following URL: https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-trump-administration/academy-nominations/service-academies-application/ After submitting the application, screen goes blank and no information if it was...

My DS completed his USAFA application including the DoDMERB (Potential Pilot Qualified) and CFA, except nomination for sure. I was wondering when USAFA starts sending the Letter of Assurance? BTW, he received a LOE (letter of encouragement) from the West Point last week. Very excited. Thanks

My DS is applying for the class of 2023, USAFA as his first choice. He completed his application including the CFA and DoDMERB (Potential Pilot Qualified) as of Oct 9th. He is a varsity football player and took his CFA without any practice. His concern is if he should retake it to improve his...