Activities
The Georgia Parents Club has always been a very active club, and our volunteers and participants are critical to each event's success. Please participate as often as you can!
A brief summary of our usual activities is below. Events and activities are subject to change, so stay connected with us on our Facebook page too!
The Georgia Parents Club has always been a very active club, and our volunteers and participants are critical to each event's success. Please participate as often as you can!
A brief summary of our usual activities is below. Events and activities are subject to change, so stay connected with us on our Facebook page too!
New Appointee/First Year Support Orientation Program (May - June)
A series of structured sessions led by current and alumni(-ae) Club parents for new appointee parents with the purpose of sharing comprehensive information about what to expect. We'll discuss everything from I-day (the first cadets report to USAFA), Basic Training, Parents' Weekend (Labor Day), and helpful parent survival tips for the first year - all from the perspective and shared experience of those who have been in your shoes.
I-Day GA Club Support Team at USAFA (June)
Representatives from the GA Club will be on the ground at USAFA on I-Day to help you navigate drop-off day. From managing the logistics to your emotions, you'll have a shoulder to rely on as your cadet begins her/his journey. There will often be a parent social that evening at a Colorado Springs location.
Share and Support Event in Georgia (July)
A summer gathering for all Club parents to get together, support one another, and to share experiences and guidance regardless of what stage your cadet is entering.
Parents Weekend Support (Labor Day Weekend)
Representatives from our Club will be on the ground at USAFA again to help you navigate this busy weekend. The event in Arnold Hall is one of our biggest sales events for our merchandise team, so please volunteer a few hours to help at our booth! This helps keep dues down!
Candidate Orientation Program (COP) (December)
A key event for interested high schoolers to get first-hand information on what life at the Academy is like. Participating students will have an opportunity to meet with a panel of current cadets to ask questions. Parents will have a separate session as well. We invite the Academy ALOs and representatives from key congressional offices so you get the information and contacts you need straight from the admissions experts.
Annual Club Meeting (January)
This is a club-wide meeting (typically a virtual call these days) to widely discuss Club business, activities, and hold Board elections.
Congressional Legislative Days (April/May)
Similar to the COP above but hosted by the congressional admissions teams for all service academies. These are usually held at a military installation so timely RSVP-ing is critical.
Hail and Farewell (late May/June)
One of our largest club events to celebrate the newest class of appointees and salute the graduating cadets, who are typically now commissioned USAF officers following their graduation in May.
A series of structured sessions led by current and alumni(-ae) Club parents for new appointee parents with the purpose of sharing comprehensive information about what to expect. We'll discuss everything from I-day (the first cadets report to USAFA), Basic Training, Parents' Weekend (Labor Day), and helpful parent survival tips for the first year - all from the perspective and shared experience of those who have been in your shoes.
I-Day GA Club Support Team at USAFA (June)
Representatives from the GA Club will be on the ground at USAFA on I-Day to help you navigate drop-off day. From managing the logistics to your emotions, you'll have a shoulder to rely on as your cadet begins her/his journey. There will often be a parent social that evening at a Colorado Springs location.
Share and Support Event in Georgia (July)
A summer gathering for all Club parents to get together, support one another, and to share experiences and guidance regardless of what stage your cadet is entering.
Parents Weekend Support (Labor Day Weekend)
Representatives from our Club will be on the ground at USAFA again to help you navigate this busy weekend. The event in Arnold Hall is one of our biggest sales events for our merchandise team, so please volunteer a few hours to help at our booth! This helps keep dues down!
Candidate Orientation Program (COP) (December)
A key event for interested high schoolers to get first-hand information on what life at the Academy is like. Participating students will have an opportunity to meet with a panel of current cadets to ask questions. Parents will have a separate session as well. We invite the Academy ALOs and representatives from key congressional offices so you get the information and contacts you need straight from the admissions experts.
Annual Club Meeting (January)
This is a club-wide meeting (typically a virtual call these days) to widely discuss Club business, activities, and hold Board elections.
Congressional Legislative Days (April/May)
Similar to the COP above but hosted by the congressional admissions teams for all service academies. These are usually held at a military installation so timely RSVP-ing is critical.
Hail and Farewell (late May/June)
One of our largest club events to celebrate the newest class of appointees and salute the graduating cadets, who are typically now commissioned USAF officers following their graduation in May.
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This website's content in no way reflects the opinions, standards, or policy of the United States Air Force Academy or the U.S. government.