ARIZONA PARENTS CLUB NEWSLETTER

October 2001

Prologue

Just after we visited our cadets at USAFA for Parent Weekend we were shocked by the attack on our nation. We have watched in horror the terrible destruction and loss of lives that occurred on September 11, 2001. Today we stand together in grief for those who lost family, friends and colleagues in this senseless act of violence. We are ever grateful for the well being of our own families and cadets, and we embrace and offer our help, sympathy and prayers as we mourn the loss of so many.

Janice Cook, parent of 2nd. Lt. Tim Cook (USAFA Class 2001), has sent us a heartwarming account of her niece's efforts to aid those afflicted at this time of need:

"My 11-year old niece, Miss Kelsey Ryan Bradley of Golden, Colorado, was so moved by the recent events in New York City, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania, that she set out to help the victims of the terrorist attacks.  Too young to give blood, she decided to organize a fundraiser because a Denver television station, WB2, had promised to match any donations collected on behalf of victims. On Saturday, September15, Kelsey and her friends, Paige Taylor and Kelly Farmer, set up a card table at the Rolling Hills    Country Club and solicited donations while Kelsey's Daddy, David   Bradley, played golf.  On the table was an American flag and big tea jar with a sign reading, "Even a nickel will help."  Feeling sorry for the girls, but proud of their efforts, David promised to match whatever the girls collected.  At the end of the day, David had to write a check to the WB2 fund in the amount of $1,080.47...as did Mr. Taylor...as did Mrs. Taylor.  Kelly's father sent $5,000 from Texas.  The girls will be on live television tomorrow morning to present $9,321.88 to the television station."

The AZ USAFA Parent Club will continue to plan for all the activities currently on our calendar, naturally mindful of the uncertainty of future events in our country. We thank you for your support in our efforts to continue with our projects.

Parent Club News

Recent events:

Our Parent Send-Off Breakfast was held on Saturday, August 11 at the Country Harvest Buffet in Tempe. It was well attended by parents of Class 2005 cadets, as well as upperclassmen parents and Board members, who offered advice and informational packets pertaining to Parent Weekend.

The Parent Weekend Buffet Supper on Friday, August 31 was a great success. Seventy-one guests met at the Glen Eagle Clubhouse in Colorado Springs for a wonderful pasta buffet. It gave everyone the opportunity to meet and converse in a relaxed atmosphere after a long and rainy day in COS. Thanks to all who attended this activity. It has become a tradition for our Club and will be held again next year.

Current Events:

•       The Entertainment Books Fundraiser is currently underway. Tom Heusser is the Chairperson for this fundraiser. Please consider purchasing these books through the Parent Club. A portion of the income generated will stay with the Parent Club and used to help with the All Academies Ball expenses. Here is the information provided by Tom for your convenience in ordering these books:

                                          
"You can know begin buying the Entertainment books on line at www.entertainment.com    Please include the code for our club: 667023.  Many thanks to Ms. Connie Rainey who is creating an ordering link for the books on our USAFA AZ. Parents Club home page.  You can also get books from the following members who have kindly agreed to serve as distribution points (after next Tuesday, 8/ 28 )                                                    

  In Tucson books will be available after (9/6) from:

As a reminder our account number is:   667023. The books are $35.00 each from a member or $40.00 on line ($5.00 S&H). LET'S MAKE THIS A BIG SUCCESS!"

•       Photos for the All Academies Ball Video

      Ginny Schembri and Linda O'Sullivan need your photos for the All- Academies Ball video. Please send Ginny your photos ASAP. Ginny's phone number is 602-993-0081. Her address is 1101 E. Forest Hills, Phoenix, AZ 85022. The photos will be returned to you once the video is completed. Please help Ginny and Linda make a great video for our cadets.

Upcoming events:

•       Saturday,December 8, 2001- Cookie Packing for our cadets. Time and place to be announced. We need a family to host this year's cookie packing. This year we will only be sending goodies to cadets whose parents are current members of the Club. As is customary, a meeting and potluck lunch will follow. Please call Liz at 602-788-1730 if you are able to host this event.

•       All- Academies Ball on Saturday, December 29, 2001

The AZ USAFA Parent Club is hosting this activity this year at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel. Invitations will be mailed soon. Please mark your calendars for this exciting event.

Volunteers needed!!!

We need families to volunteer in the following areas:

1. Cookie Packing- December 8, 2001

We need a family to host this activity. It is held in the morning and it entails the packing of edible goodies for our cadets to eat as they study for finals The Parent Club will provide all packing materials as well as goodies for the cadets. Attending parents will also provide goodies for the cadets, as well as a side dish, soft drinks, or dessert for the potluck. The host family will provide a main dish (chili, hot-dogs, hamburgers, sloppy Joe's, etc). After the boxes are packed and sorted for each squadron, we have a membership meeting and the potluck lunch.

 2. Annual Garage Sale - March 2002

We need a family to host this activity, which is held one Saturday morning in March, followed by the annual membership meeting where the new board members for the next year are elected. After the election we also have a potluck lunch.

Families that have hosted these activities within the last two years are the Prangley's, the Carpenter's, the Newhouse's, the Montes', the Kilker's... Please consider volunteering for these events. Thanks!

3. Board Elections for 2002-03

Our annual board election will be held in March after the garage sale. Our nominating committee will be calling all members within the next few months. Please consider volunteering for the position of President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer. It is a great way to meet all club members and you will always have the help of previous board members and their expertise.

Cadet News

Class 2003
Jeremiah J. Alder- "He was the Aviation Group Superintendent during 1st summer session; during 2nd summer session did OPS at Aviano Air Base, Italy. He is a soaring instructor pilot, is on the Dean's and Commandant's list and is a member of the Combat Pistol Team."
                                              
Class 2004
Luke O' Sullivan -"Luke capped an exciting Doolie year by being named to the Superintendent's list. During 1st. summer session he did combat survival training; 2nd session he did Jump & Global Engagement (earned his jump wings on his birthday!), and during 3rd. session was on leave and did some traveling with family. He moved to Squadron 14 this year and says he'll miss squadron 1, as it was a 'really great squadron'!

Membership Roster

Attached, please find the roster for families who have paid membership for the year 2001-2002.   Please print and save.