<p>Congratulations on raising a fine young man who wants to serve our country. I think that you should still say he is going to the Air Force Academy (which is by the way one of the most competitive universities in the country). If people give you that blank stare,you can explain to them that an academy provides a fabulous university education to young people who want to serve our country as Air Force officers. Officers do not have an MOS as enlisted soldiers/NCOs do, but will choose a branch (at least that is what the Army does). </p>
<p>For those who do know what an academy appointment means, you will receive congratulations and best wishes and that is what you and your son deserve. I have been married to a West Pointer for 25 years and I can tell you that an academy education is a cut above the rest. You will feel much better if you can attend some Air Force Academy activities for parents and their cadets (?).</p>
<p>Best wishes!</p>