Looking forward to responses to the two previous posts. DD reports w/the SAP folks next Tuesday, so we're finishing up the packing list shopping this week.
Here is my take on the questions above (again, just my thoughts - I am in no way an official source)
* DD's running shoes are Brooks and are somewhat colorful. I haven't seen any regs re. the shoes, so I hope we'll be fine there.
* No idea on make up for girls. I do know that DD is bringing her "skin care" stuff. As knucklehead dad, I'm honestly not sure what all that entails, but evidently there is some specificity to it. We'll see how well it the routine lasts in the new environment...
* Sunglasses are making the trip, thought it sounds like she may not get to wear them much. Here is the quote from last year's Cadet Manual: Section 6.7, Page 50:
Sunglasses. Not authorized to be worn in formations including organized PT although “transition”eyeglasses are permitted. Eyeglass straps will only be authorized during PT for necessary prescription eyeglasses.
* Not sure on waterbottles. DD is planning to bring a couple of her Nalgene-type bottles. Will see if they come back home with us over Labor Day.
* Re. stereos, I found this in Section 7.7, page 54:
All cadets are authorized radios and stereos of compact size meaning the item is small enough to fit on the cadet’s desk and still allow ample room for studying. These devices may be used for entertainment only during limited periods daily. Volume will be low enough so as not to create a disturbance. Cadets should not be able to hear the sound in the neighboring rooms, hallway, or outside of the building. Abuse of this privilege will result in confiscation of the device.
Here is the link to last year's Cadet Manual:
http://marionmilitary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/MMI-Cadet-Manual-SY201-18-version-25-May-23.pdf
DD is truly excited for this opportunity to attend MMI. We enjoyed our visit a few months ago and continue to hear nothing but good things about all of the MMI programs. Her Naval Academy Sponsorship provided the opportunity to attend a number of civilian prep schools, but she really wanted to get the military life started as soon as possible and couldn't find anything but positive feedback about MMI's SAP program. As I read somewhere else in the forums, they seem to have "cracked the code" for getting these kids prep'd for the respective Academies. Of course, the kids have to do the work (a lot of work!), but MMI really does seem to be the right place to be for those with Academy aspirations (sponsored or not). Being there with kids destined for other Academies as well as those in different commissioning pipelines will be a great benefit. As a parent, I have am confident about MMI being the right place for her to begin the next phase of life. Sad to see her go, but we're also really looking forward to next week.
We're heading to Selma (from Nashville) on Sunday night. Will spend Monday relaxing and taking care of any last-minute items. Then, on to MMI on Tuesday morning. Hope everyone has safe travels to Marion!