June 20, 2019

Inprocessing Day FamFest
The Association of Graduates and the USAFA Colorado Parents Club will again be hosting a family picnic for Inprocessing Day from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2019, at Doolittle Hall on the Air Force Academy grounds (3116 Academy Drive). After dropping off your appointee, join us for FREE food, games, class gear and giveaways! You also can tour the AOG's Heritage Trail and write a letter to your cadet that will be delivered during Basic Cadet Training. Watch this video to learn more and we'll see you there!

WWII Travel Discount Extended Through July 15th
Book before July 15th and you will receive an early-booking discount of $500 to join the "Easy Company" tour this September. Be part of the journey based on the best selling novel, "Band of Brothers." Learn more.

Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits Transferability
The AOG was asked to pass this information along to impacted grads. Effective July 12, 2019, all actively serving members of the armed forces who have 16 or more years of service will no longer be able to transfer their post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to their dependents. As a result of this change, service members are highly encouraged to transfer their post-9/11 GI Bill benefits as soon as they become eligible to avoid missing out on this extremely generous family benefit. Learn more.

Welcome USAFA Class of 2023 Parents and Families — Just a Week To Go!
Don't miss all the action provided by our awesome WebGuy team! WebGuy is a four-year program designed to provide a window into cadet life. For the family of a new cadet who is entering basic training, WebGuy becomes your new best friend and a great connection to your son or daughter as they take the first steps in their journey at the United States Air Force Academy. WebGuy photographers will keep you connected to Academy life through blogs and pictures starting on Inprocessing Day all the way up until graduation week! Sign up today so you are ready to catch all the action! Please note: Your Family Plan membership can be paid in full instead of paid monthly — a savings of over $200!

Welcome USAFA Prep School Parents and Families
Want to catch an amazing glimpse into life at the Prep School? Watch as WebGuy tells the cadet candidate story and be on the lookout for your son or daughter as they experience this new chapter in their life. JOIN TODAY and have one less thing to worry about leading up to Inprocessing Day!

Reunion Membership Special — Join Today and Save!
No matter where life takes you, membership in the Association of Graduates will keep you connected to the Long Blue Line. Exclusive membership benefits include: a DISCOUNT ON REUNION REGISTRATION, discounts at the AOG Gift Shop with access to exclusive specialty merchandise, a Checkpoints magazine subscription, member-priced entry into events taking place nationwide and much more! Membership prices are as low as $60. Strengthen your connection to the Long Blue Line — become an AOG member and maximize your benefits today!

USAFA Visitor Center Docent Program
The Air Force Academy is looking for additional volunteers to participate in our new USAFA Visitor Center Docent Program. This volunteer opportunity is a chance for you to share information and history about our institution and provide positive stories about your experience here as a cadet. Learn more.

Are You Oshkosh Bound?
Checkpoints magazine is traveling to the Experimental Aircraft Association's annual AirVenture (50th Anniversary) event in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in late July. We are planning to do a story on this year's "Year of the Fighter" themed event for our September 2019 edition. If you are a USAFA graduate and going to be a vendor or performer or involved in the huge aviation gathering in some way, please let us know so that we can connect. We'd love to interview you while there and take a few pictures. Send an email to jeff.holmquist@aogusafa.org with details about your individual role and the exact days you will be attending.




Save the Date: 2019 Tailgates
Get ready for a packed tailgate schedule this upcoming football season. Check back soon for more information and registration, but save these dates and make your plans now to join us at these games:

Sept. 14 — AF at Colorado
Sept. 20 — AF at Boise State
Oct. 5 — AF at Navy
Oct. 19 — AF at Hawaii
Nov. 9 — AF at New Mexico
Nov. 16 — AF at CSU

Reunion Classes of '59, '64, '69, '74, '79, '84, '89, '94, '99 and '09
We are in preparations with your reunion committees for this year's reunions. Please be on the lookout for information regarding your reunion. Soon, you will find the official registration for your reunion by following the link on the reunion home page. To make sure you are receiving all of your reunion information, confirm that your information is up to date with your AOG. Log in to your usafa.org account, email us at aog@aogusafa.org or call (719) 472-0300 and speak with customer service.




Two 2020 Cadets Presented Rings at Andretti Night
Cadets Aidan Bermingham and Cody Doll, Class of 2020, as part of their Cadet Summer Research Program, were presented their class rings by Micheal Andretti, at Andretti Night before the Indy 500 the following date. Maj. Ross McKnight '08 and Capt. Nichole Stillwell '11 were on hand as well to witness this momentous occasion. Share your big news with us and we'll share with the graduate community on social media!

Inprocessing Coverage
Follow us on social media for all the photos, videos and messages shared for the incoming Class of 2023 next week (#USAFA2023).

Checkpoints Online
The June issue of Checkpoints Online is posted, featuring a grad riding for a cause, miniature Air Force aircraft, international cadets and Mrs. Colorado. Also check out bonus articles and a featured video online that are not found in the printed issue!




Come By Early To Shop for All of Your 2023 gear!
For Inprocessing, our gift shop will be expanded to our large assembly area for all of your shopping needs. Stop by Doolittle Hall before Thursday and receive an additional 5% off any item! The AOG Gift Shop is located at: 3116 Academy Drive, USAF Academy, CO 80840 and open Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. MT.




Support Those Who Support Us!
You just proved that advertising with us works! If you have a business that can help our Air Force Academy community, consider advertising it here! Perhaps it's a restaurant, hotel, auto service or carpet cleaning service. Whether your business reaches the world or just our locals, I would like to speak with you about becoming a proud True Blue Business partner! Please contact Jeff MacLean at jeff.maclean@aogusafa.org or 719-247-8767 today to discuss how we can partner together!

RMCA
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy, a Pre K-8 charter school in District 49 in Colorado Springs, CO, exists to support parents in developing citizens and young people of character who are equipped with a strong knowledge base and academic skills. The basis of this development is rooted in an academically rigorous, content-rich, classical educational program with Core Knowledge emphasis. We create culturally literate citizens who will impact their world for life, liberty and justice. We are currently enrolling and would love to share our vision with you. Please visit us at www.rmcacs.org, give us a call at 719-622-8000 or stop by at 4620 Antelope Ridge Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80922.

Wings Over the Rockies
Enjoy a week-long celebration from July 13-20 at one of the largest space festivals in the Rocky Mountain West! Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum in Denver, Colorado, will be home to incredible activities, exhibits, seminars and more all dedicated to celebrating the first Apollo moon landing and showcasing the latest in space exploration and technology. Featuring an Apollo astronaut, industry-leading companies, educational STEM activities, world-class speakers and exclusive industry access, Apollopalooza will be OUT OF THIS WORLD! Click here for more info!

We Salute Your Service
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The Bremont USAFA Graduate Watch
The Bremont USAFA Graduate Watch is exclusively for USAFA graduates. Each design features the Academy Crest, Prop and Wings, and "The Long Blue Line." To learn more about this watch, go to: https://www.bremont.com/military-orders/usafa-graduate

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