Plebe Parent Weekend: October 11 - 14, 2007

The 2007 Plebe Parent Weekend Booklet, issued by USMA, describing weekend activities including schedules for this special weekend can be viewed and downloaded by clicking on the following tab:

Please note, this is a very large file (8.9 MB) and it will take a few moments to access even with a broadband ISP.

 

During Plebe Parent Weekend, your son/daughter will have the opportunity to show off the Academy to family and friends.  You will have the opportunity to see your son or daughter’s room, classrooms, meet their roommates, instructors and TAC officers, their Mentor and get the grand tour of such places as the Superintendent’s Quarters, the Uniform Factory, and the Mess Hall.  On Saturday night there will be a formal banquet and Ball.  Tickets are required for some of these events and some require reservations.  Your son or daughter must order tickets in advance.  Last year, Cadets were granted Off Post Privileges – the ability to leave the main garrison area – as long as they remained within 75 miles of West Point  -  on Friday evening, from approximately 1800 – 2300, and again on Sunday from 0530 until midnight and on Monday from 0530 until 1900 hours.

 

Thousands of people come to West Point to visit their Cadets during Plebe Parent Weekend.  Some families, particularly those who are a great distance from West Point, make a big family trip – including younger siblings and grandparents.  And yes, just to answer the question that the Cadets will likely be interested in – dates are welcomed, as long as you, the parent wish them to attend.  Many forget that the weekend is called Plebe-PARENT Weekend, and fear they will be interfering with their son/daughter’s enjoyment if they (the parent) come!  Nothing could be further from the truth.

 

During Plebe-Parent Weekend, you will have the opportunity to visit some facilities (such as the barracks and the uniform factory) that are not open to the public.  This is a once in a lifetime experience that you should not miss.  Be aware, however, that the security measures put into place after 9-11 include vehicle searches, and when large crowds are expected on post, restriction of parking to outer areas.  Please allow lots of extra time, maintain your sense of humor and realize that this is all done for the safety of all the Cadets, our sons and daughters included!