BACK TO SCHOOL WEEKEND
September 16-18, 2022
We welcome Army and Navy Academy families to campus to visit their cadets and to get to know teachers, TACs, and other staff during this fun and action-packed weekend. See the event details below and don’t forget to register!
FRIDAY
Check in at the Welcome Table, join us for the Tailgate BBQ, watch the Warriors in action during a football game, and spend time with your cadet.
Local Liberty
Cadets may check out with parents if not assigned to MASH (mandatory study hall).
Time and Location: 1:00-4:00 pm. Cadets must return before 4:30 pm.
Welcome Table
Please check in at the Welcome Table.
The Welcome Table will provide your cadet’s schedule for the Classroom Orientation.
Time and Location: Friday, 4:30, Front of Academics
Tailgate BBQ
Enjoy a delicious dinner before the football game! Families and cadets are all welcome.
Time and Location: Friday, Miller Lawn, 5:00pm
Friday Night Football
Come watch our Warriors play football!
Time and Location: Friday, 7:00pm, Maffucci Field
Cadet Check-Out with Families
Cadets may check-out with parents/guardians only after the game if they are leaving campus. See Operations for check-out.
Time and Location: Friday, 9:00pm, Operations
SATURDAY
On Saturday, catch the Morning Colors, meet faculty during the Classroom Orientation, and attend meetings. Join us for the Commissioning Ceremony. If you are a new family, you will also be able to see your cadet recognized in the New Cadet Recognition Ceremony.
Morning Colors
Families are invited to watch a daily cadet ceremony where they honor our American Flag.
Time and Location: Saturday, 8:00am, Front of Davis Hall
Parents Classroom Orientation
Parents will have the opportunity to follow their cadet’s classroom schedule and visit with each of their teachers.
Be sure to visit the Welcome Table for your cadet’s schedule.
Time and Location: Saturday, 8:30am – 11:15am, Welcome Table in Front of Academics
Spring Break Meeting
Any families interested in learning about the Spring Break trip won’t want to miss this meeting!
Time and Location: 11:15am, Library
Local Liberty
Cadets are allowed to go off campus during Local Liberty.
Time and Location: Saturday, 12:00-4:00pm, Operations
College Counseling Meeting for Senior Parents
Hear from your Senior’s Counselors regarding the College Counseling process.
Time and Location: Saturday, 12:15pm, Library
Commissioning Ceremony & New Cadet Recognition Ceremony
Our senior cadets will receive their Commission during their Commissioning Ceremony and our new cadets will transition from plebes to cadets.
Time and Location: Saturday, 5pm, Duffield Sports Center (across the street).
Beach Bash
Don’t miss this fun event! Enjoy a nice meal and meet other families down at our beachfront.
Time and Location: Saturday, 6:00pm-8:30pm, Beachfront.
SUNDAY
Enjoy breakfast with your cadet, meet other parents during the ANAPA meeting, watch the Military Review and Sword Ceremony, join us for lunch, and take your cadet off-campus during Local Liberty. See all details below and in your Welcome Packet.
Pancake Breakfast
Cadets and families will start their Sunday morning in the Mess Hall for our chef’s famous pancake breakfast!
Time and Location: Sunday, 8:15am to 9:45am, Dining Hall
ANAPA Meeting
Whether you’re interested in getting involved with ANAPA, or simply want to learn more about how ANAPA supports your cadet on campus, come get your questions answered about the ANAPA (Patrons’ Association) meeting.
Time and Location: Sunday, 9:00am, Davis Hall
Military Review and Sword Ceremony
Not to be missed! Watch the marching band, sword ceremony, and our full military review (parade).
Time and Location: Sunday, 11:15am, Maffucci Field (across the street)
Lunch and Local Liberty
Lunch: II Mess is open for cadets and families to enjoy a meal together.
Time and Location: Sunday, 12:15pm (lunch), Dining Hall
Local Liberty
Cadets may leave with families during Local Liberty from 1pm-8pm.
Cadets without parents/guardians must return by 5pm.
Time and Location: Sunday, 1:00pm, Checkout with Operations