3 Dear Parents, Congratulations and welcome to the West Point family! At the U.S. Military Academy, the Corps of Cadets receives a top-tier education, including military and physical training, but at the heart of everything we do is developing leaders of character. We are privileged to work with your sons and daughters during their 47 months at West Point as they strengthen the moral-ethical attributes essential to great leadership skills that are vital for success as Officers in our Army. Since 1802, West Point has produced graduates who have contributed significantly to American growth and security. Together, our prestigious academic program and rigorous military and character training provides a world-class leadership development program for our Corps of Cadets. You will read about many of these programs and opportunities in the pages of this handbook. Our USMA Parent Communications Liaison, Debra Dalton, and your local West Point Parents Club are also great sources of information for new and returning cadet parents. On behalf of the staff and faculty of the Academy, thank you for your support as your sons and daughters prepare for future roles as leaders for our Army. West Point for Thee! Shane R. Reeves ’96 Mark C. Quander ’95 Brigadier General, US Army Brigadier General, US Army 15th Dean of the Academic Board 79th Commandant of Cadets DISCLAIMER: This publication was privately produced and is not the product of an official of the United States Army acting in an official capacity. The contents of this publication, including words, images, and opinions, are unofficial and not to be considered as the official views of the United States Military Academy, United States Army, or Department of Defense. Neither this publication nor its content are endorsed by the United States Military Academy, United States Army, or Department of Defense. WELCOME!
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