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Our son (Class of 2009) attended the SLS and felt it was a great experience. In addition to learning more about the USMA, he thought one of the most valuable parts of the experience was meeting the cadets leading SLS and the SLS participants. During the week he was able to assess how he felt he would 'fit in' with the other cadets at West Point.
Relax, if that's possible, about the physical demands of SLS. It is nothing like the intensity of Beast. Most of the time is spent familiarizing the participants with USMA's academic program and facilities. While there is time set aside for physical exercise and taking the CFA test, SLS is more of a public relations event than a training or testing event. That said, it's always good to do a few more pushups and running to prepare for USMA.
Finally, I would not make a special trip to attend the SLS graduation ceremony. Save your trips for the candidate visitation, R-Day, Parent-Plebe Weekend, Army-Navy Games and Graduation. |