<p>I get up at 3:30 in the morning on weekends to go to work in the maintenance department at a golf course up here, so I don't think that the jet lag will be a problem. I will, however, have to work on my swimming. My brother's detailers during his plebe summer said that he really was the only person that they had ever seen that really could not float. He did every thing they told him and they even positioned him correctly, but he was still never able to execute a sucessful float. I am going to go ahead and think that I am gonna have the same sort of water issues. Still workin' on the pullups, but I think that the push-ups/sit-ups are going to be fine.</p>
<p>Good to go. Remember that while there is an assessment element to NASS, the key is to experience the academy, be yourself, and have fun. I remember so many kids who were too busy worrying about impending P.T. to realize the beauty of the environment-I was like, ya'll ain't plebes yet, this is basically summercamp.
If you're a true leader, that will show through in the end, especially if you're used to getting up early, actually being productive, improving yourself, etc.</p>
<p>Also be very concionable though. I remember a competition at "sea trials" in which I finished 3rd or 4th in the company. We all had to do the excersize again, except for the 1st and 2nd place people. The USMC major running the drill took them two aside and offered them gatorade and a shaded seat, but instead they opted to redo the drill with us.</p>
<p>That may be no big deal for you-you might have done that automatically as well. But for me it was a big revelation cuz' I thought, "Damn, I definitely would have taken that gatorade without 2nd thought."</p>
<p>If you can show leadership by being among the best AND getting down and dirty to help those who're struggling, it will count for more among those watching you than 20 pull-ups will.</p>
<p>Thanks for the good advice! I will certainly take that into mind during my short time there.</p>
<p>amen, zackaw. i was THE SLOWEST member of my sqaud, and one of the slowest in my platoon. all week, my squad had slowly been supporting me more and more. all of a sudden, during sea trials, it was all about making sure i finished strong. i've never heard anyone cheer for me as much. and on the o course, when i made it over the second wall on my first try, they cheered for me even more. </p>
<p>it WILL be the best week ever. no doubt. </p>
<p>btw, if you can't swim, its ok. they teach you. if you can, brush up on treading water for a LONG time.
GO NAVY!</p>
<p>I have been accepted to the NASS and the letter is late, but I called and they said that they received everything fine and that I was on file. So I wouldn't worry. As for the rest of the posts it really does sound like it will be the best week of my life. I can't wait!</p>
<p>any advice from any former cadre members? What are participants at NASS evaluated on? How important is the CFA and the PRT?</p>
<p>The CFA is a pass/fail test that is part of the admissions requirements. The CFA is conducted on Sunday of NASS the results of which will be entered into the Candidate Information System. The PRT is also conducted during NASS, but is not considered as part of the candidate's admission file.</p>
<p>Thanks GA that is good to know!</p>
<p>A couple questions on the CFA.
1. I read somewhere on here that if you dont do as good as you were hoping you could redo it later in the summer/fall and use that for your Application Packet. Is this true?
2. On the USNA site it says once you hit the maximums on the test you can stop. Is it advised to stop or completely maxout? Which way would look better for admissions?</p>
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1. I read somewhere on here that if you dont do as good as you were hoping you could redo it later in the summer/fall and use that for your Application Packet. Is this true?
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<p>Candidates are given the opportunity to redo the CFA if they fail the test. CGO will advise as to which part(s) of the test needs improvement and ask that the CFA be taken again.</p>
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2. On the USNA site it says once you hit the maximums on the test you can stop. Is it advised to stop or completely maxout? Which way would look better for admissions?
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<p>Anything past the maximum score won't make any difference. The max is the max.</p>
<p>I'm cadre this year and this is what i know so far:</p>
<ol>
<li><p>The air conditioning is on, but varies greatly...last night was hot in our room and right now it's freezing cold.</p></li>
<li><p>My sponsor sat on admissions boards and said that cadre write up evals on the members of their squads, and that is CRUCIAL to acceptance -- that they read every one. So be sure to be involved with your squad -- talking at meals, etc.</p></li>
<li><p>It's already HOT here. Humidity feels sweltering. Bring an extra fan for your room if you can fit it.</p></li>
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<p>I'll try to answer any other questions if you guys want to ask!</p>
<p>GreatAmerican thanks for the help</p>
<p>One more question. How much swimming is there at NASS?</p>
<p>There will be the pool phase on the mini Sea Trials...we're not supposed to reveal too much, but if you've been swimming before you should be OK -- I'm not a great swimmer, and I survived it! Your squad leader should ask the first night about your swimming ability and medical issues so PLEASE PLEASE be honest with them -- my year a girl neglected to mention that she's afraid of putting her head under the water and she FREAKED; it was a very scary moment for both us and the lifeguards.</p>
<p>You guys still counting the days? ;)</p>
<p>Yes I am counting the days! Im pumped for NASS. So the swimming isn't somthing that I really need to train alot for? Im comfortable in the water just have never really swam any real long distances.</p>
<p>It is alot of fun as the parent of a daughter helping to run NASS to hear this happening from THAT side of the story.</p>
<p>One thing she just told me last night was that the Evaluations that the Youngsters ( that is the rank of the Mids who will be working this) carry a GREAT DEAL of weight in the overall admissions applications for these young people.</p>
<p>Also things like attitude of arrogance, particularly if one is in JROTC and the like, is to be noted.</p>
<p>Remember that folks. </p>
<p>NOW I understand why 2 years ago, when we picked up our child from NASS and had the privelege of meeting her Squad Leader he told us "your child is different....usually kids from jRTOC or C.A.P. ( our daughter was a CAP Officer and Cadet Commander of a Squadron ) are arrogant, but she wasn't." At the time I thought it was an interesting comment, but clearly he had been briefed just like my daughter has been.</p>
<p>With things hopping already for families all over the country getting flights, rooms, etc. in Annapolis today for tomorrow's big day as NASS starts - may all of those involved have a wonderful experience there at the US Naval Academy! God bless you one and all....have fun!</p>
<p>GO NAVY!</p>
<p>peskemom ... 2 extremely valuable insights for Nassies. What an exciting time. Seems like yesterday ... in hindsight. But oh the agony and ecstasy yet to come! Good luck, Nassies. Embrace and absorb it all.</p>
<p>I just returned from dropping my daughter off for NASS I. The weather today is your typical Washington, DC hot and humid variety. This should provide the candidates with a realistic flavor of USNA during the summer.</p>
<p>Yesterday afternoon, after school, my duaghter was really pumped about going to the Naval Academy for the seminar. We'll see how pumped she is after the six days at USNA. Stay tuned...</p>
<p>My older son went two years ago and loved it. He ended up attending the academy. My younger son left for nass yesterday. Yes, there is a dance, but my son said it's more of a social time. (He told my younger son shorts were fine.) As far as not receiving a letter, don't wait too long. Call the number you received in your packet and they can confirm that all is in order.</p>
<p>5 more days til I hop on a plane to BWI Airport! I am so excited. So what are some things I should bring that are often forgotten?</p>