Official USAFAPS (Prep School) Class of 2013 Appointment thread

How much is the Prep School Scholarship "worth"?

My DD's high school counselor asked her how much the USAFA Prep School scholarship was "worth". I told her "PRICELESS":yay:... but I guess the counselor is looking for a dollar amount. Anyone have an accurate dollar amount for the Prep School?
 
Laptop... Bring or not to bring?

Don't buy a laptop for the prep school. You'll be loaned one when you need it. If you do have one, they store it in the academic building. It's right across from A squad.

There's a ton of free time at the prep school. I've managed to watch two 26 episode TV series over the course of 2-3 days and beat a 50+ hour game in a week. Still made Dean's List every quarter and got an appointment. But if you have a problem focusing, then don't bring your own personal electronics that you know will distract you.

I know the C/Cs will be loaned a laptop... In the 2013 instructions, "Cadet Candidates will be issued laptop computers at the conclusion of BMT. Cadet Candidates will have access to email and the internet at that time. Personal laptops may be used by Cadet Candidates at the Prep School Commander’s discretion, but WILL NOT be connected to the government network/Wi-Fi. We recommend you DO bring a personal computer."

BRING OR NOT TO BRING... BUY OR NOT TO BUY... THAT is the question.
 
PT shoes

On the packing list, it says that if you have foot issues you can bring your own running shoes. I have very narrow, flat feet. Some brands (like nike) tend to run narrow and work pretty well, combined with the insoles that I plan on bringing. Does anybody know what brand the Prep school issues us? I know it's pretty random information, but anything helps!:biggrin:
 
I know the C/Cs will be loaned a laptop... In the 2013 instructions, "Cadet Candidates will be issued laptop computers at the conclusion of BMT. Cadet Candidates will have access to email and the internet at that time. Personal laptops may be used by Cadet Candidates at the Prep School Commander’s discretion, but WILL NOT be connected to the government network/Wi-Fi. We recommend you DO bring a personal computer."

BRING OR NOT TO BRING... BUY OR NOT TO BUY... THAT is the question.

I would not recommend buying a new laptop for the prep school. Fourth Class Cadets are not allowed to have personal computers so you would not be able to use it at the Academy until March 2014. So if you have one bring it, but I wouldn't recommend buying a new one.
 
Just a heads up to Prep school parents. The AOG Webguy now has a Prep School forum/blog. It appears they may be covering their summer as well.

"A hearty welcome to the Parents and Families of the incoming USAFA Preparatory Class of 2013! I'm the WebGuy, and I'm pleased that we can finally begin providing comprehensive coverage of the Prep School experience."

http://www.usafawebguy.com/aog-usafa-class-club This is the website you should check out.
 
Just a heads up to Prep school parents. The AOG Webguy now has a Prep School forum/blog. It appears they may be covering their summer as well.

"A hearty welcome to the Parents and Families of the incoming USAFA Preparatory Class of 2013! I'm the WebGuy, and I'm pleased that we can finally begin providing comprehensive coverage of the Prep School experience."

http://www.usafawebguy.com/aog-usafa-class-club This is the website you should check out.
Thanks!:thumb:
 
Laptop... 2 Bring or NOT 2 Bring

I would not recommend buying a new laptop for the prep school. Fourth Class Cadets are not allowed to have personal computers so you would not be able to use it at the Academy until March 2014. So if you have one bring it, but I wouldn't recommend buying a new one.

I called PS this morning and asked. :confused: If you bring a laptop, you will NOT be able to connect on their network. You CAN use YOUR laptop for music, videos, or movies. You WILL be issued a laptop while you're there. :shake:
 
I know the C/Cs will be loaned a laptop... In the 2013 instructions, "Cadet Candidates will be issued laptop computers at the conclusion of BMT. Cadet Candidates will have access to email and the internet at that time. Personal laptops may be used by Cadet Candidates at the Prep School Commander’s discretion, but WILL NOT be connected to the government network/Wi-Fi. We recommend you DO bring a personal computer."

BRING OR NOT TO BRING... BUY OR NOT TO BUY... THAT is the question.

I called PS this morning and asked. :confused: If you bring a laptop, you will NOT be able to connect on their network. You CAN use YOUR laptop for music, videos, or movies. You WILL be issued a laptop while you're there. :shake:
 
Just a heads up to Prep school parents. The AOG Webguy now has a Prep School forum/blog. It appears they may be covering their summer as well.

"A hearty welcome to the Parents and Families of the incoming USAFA Preparatory Class of 2013! I'm the WebGuy, and I'm pleased that we can finally begin providing comprehensive coverage of the Prep School experience."

http://www.usafawebguy.com/aog-usafa-class-club This is the website you should check out.

The link for the 2013 Webguy USAFA Prep School website is: http://www.usafawebguy.com/category/years/2013
 
To all prep school scholarship recipients, there's now a link on the portal to the "Instructions to United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School Selectees." I know a lot of people here have seen this already, but for those who have yet to read it, go ahead and check it out.

On that note, does anyone know if we will fill out the Questionnaire for National Security Positions?
 
To all prep school scholarship recipients, there's now a link on the portal to the "Instructions to United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School Selectees." I know a lot of people here have seen this already, but for those who have yet to read it, go ahead and check it out.

On that note, does anyone know if we will fill out the Questionnaire for National Security Positions?
Read letter on page 43. Yes, you must fill out questionnaire.
 
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