<p>Based on a recent discussion with a coach with its becoming very likely that I will be a parent of plebe in 2013. I have followed this thread with interest. But would point out that the parent transition regardless of SA or civilian college is a difficult process. My wife and I were talking about this last night and we both agreed that the USNA is actually a safer place to be than a civilian college. Nevertheless there are things I as a parent am going to have a hard time letting go of they are:
- Health Issues
- Adequate diet
- Poor Academic Performance</p>
<p>I realize the USNA is a very different kind of place, and I believe they are on the same side as me on these issues. But people in the USNA are human and they can miss things. I hope I can learn enough about the COC (new to me) so if I think my kid is really sick and is not getting the care he needs I can prompt him to use the COC to resolve the issue. If the COC is not responsive, I would discuss it with a Chaplin. I would certainly never call a congressman or do something silly like calling the Superintendent. I presume most of these issues arise (if at all) in the plebe year I would expect they are pretty much on their own after that.</p>