Annex A to USMA Reg 1-1
ANNEX A TO USMA REGULATION 1-1
OPERATING RULES OF THE ACADEMY SCHEDULE
(ACADEMIC YEAR 2009-2010)
1. ACADEMY SCHEDULE PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY STATEMENT
a. The purpose of the Academy Schedule is to allocate and protect cadet time so that cadets
have the opportunity to achieve excellence in accomplishing mission essential tasks for intellectual,
physical, military, moral-ethical, social development, and to participate in other authorized activities.
b. Provisions of the Academy Schedule will be strictly observed during the first and second
academic terms. During other periods, the Academy Schedule will be suspended unless otherwise
directed by the Superintendent. These periods include:
Reorganization Week (Commandant)
Winter Reorganization Week (Commandant)
Spring Leave (Commandant)
Term-End Examinations (Dean)
Graduation Week (Superintendent)
Summer Term Program (STP) (Commandant)
Summer Term Academic Program (STAP) 1, 2 & 3 (Dean)
Cadet Summer Training Period (Commandant)
The major activity directors listed above have primary scheduling responsibility for the respective
time periods. Schedules being developed for these time periods will be coordinated with all other
activities to ensure synchronization and total dissemination of information.
2. OPERATING GUIDANCE: The basic principle around which these operating rules have
been developed is that of "exclusivity." Exclusivity delineates only those activities that are
authorized to be scheduled during specific periods. Activities not expressly listed are,
therefore, excluded. Excluded activities may not be scheduled without prior approval of an
exception. There are two basic types of exceptions to the Academy Schedule: standing
exceptions and non-standing exceptions.
a. Standing Exceptions: Standing Exceptions deal with events/activities which recur on a
regular basis (e.g., Special Olympics, Scout Camporee) and are found in Appendix 1 and in USMA
Regulation 350-12. Requests for standing exceptions are reviewed by the Policy Board. Once an
event is approved by the Superintendent as a standing exception, it will be revalidated every three
years. Preparation and staffing of requests to be considered by the Policy Board are accomplished by
the Academy Schedule Committee between January and May. The Committee is chaired by the G-3
and includes the Chief of Staff of USCC (Commandant’s Representative), DIA Representative, the
Vice Dean for Administration Resources (Dean’s Representative), and the Director of Policy,
Planning, and Assessment. Policy Board’s review/validation and Superintendent’s approval of the
schedule and its standing exceptions subsequently occurs in the June-August time frame. G-3
will maintain the standing exceptions and will be responsible to ensure they are revalidated after three
years.
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b. Non-Standing Exceptions: Non-standing exceptions deal with unique and/or individual
events that predominantly occur on a one-time basis (e.g., company parties, academic, military or
social events, physical activities, tournaments or matches). Requests for non-standing exceptions
must be recommended for approval by the sponsoring major activity director (MAD) to the G-3. G-3
will staff the request with the Academy Schedule Committee for approval. The committee will
consider each request. If the vote by the Academy Scheduling Committee is unanimous, the
exception will be granted. Issues that are not resolved to the satisfaction of all parties concerned will
be referred by the G-3 to the USMA Chief of Staff for adjudication. This process takes time and
early submission is key. Requests must be submitted to G-3 as soon as requirements and needs
become identified. Requests submitted within 10 working days of the event may not be approved due
to lack of staffing time.
c. Extracurricular/Co-Curricular Activities: Many Major Activity Directorates schedule
events on an annual basis. Hence, requirements for non-standing exceptions can often be projected
and identified. In the spring of each year, Directorates will prepare and submit a Year End Planning
Document (YEPD). This document will identify program requirements for the next academic year.
The Academy Schedule Committee, in conjunction with the directors, will then use YEPD
projections to "pre-approve" non-standing exceptions for each activity. Activities that are not able to
submit a YEPD in the spring may do so at their earliest convenience, once program requirements
have been identified. Requirements for non-standing exceptions that are not projected and identified
in the YEPD must be processed in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 2b.
d. Cadet Time: Cadet Time is reserved for individual cadet use only. If a cadet is not
scheduled for an authorized activity, that period becomes Cadet Time. During Cadet Time, cadets
may study, use the library, computer facilities or other academic facilities and attend to individual
chain of command duties or personal affairs. On a voluntary basis, cadets may participate in
individual military training, physical fitness activities, and religious activities. On a cadet-initiated
and selected appointment basis, cadets may receive additional instruction (AI) and tutoring; meet
with instructors; take make-up/make-ahead examinations; obtain professional counseling from
academic counselors, or DPE guidance counselors; and schedule medical appointments. Tactical
Officers may require cadets to meet for professional counseling.
e. The proponent for the Academy Schedule is the Directorate of Operations, Plans, and
Security (G-3). Changes to the schedule will not be made without coordination with G-3 and
approval of the Academy Scheduling Committee.
3.
WEEKDAY SCHEDULE (Monday-Friday)
a. Release from Quarters: (0520-0645) Cadet Time except for health and welfare
inspections, urinalysis testing, and weight management weigh-ins.
b. Reveille: (0630) All cadets out of bed in preparation for breakfast formation. See
Appendix 1 and USMA Regulation 350-12 for exceptions.
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c. Breakfast Formation and Breakfast: (0655-0720) Breakfast formation and breakfast is
mandatory for all cadets. All cadets will march in formation to this meal and will be seated in the
cadet mess no later than 0705. Exceptions will be authorized by the Brigade Tactical Officer. The
only authorized absences are for 0650 sick call and as specified in Appendix 1 and USMA
Regulation 350-12.
d. Academic Instruction Hours: (0730-1155, 1250-1345, 1355-1600) The primary duty for
all cadets during these hours is the attainment of excellence in the academic program. Cadets will
attend all scheduled classes, laboratories, and examinations unless excused by the Dean. The F and L
hours are normally freed of academic instruction for in-season Corps Squad athletes. Corps Squad
athletes may use this time to prepare for and commence scheduled practice and competition.
Scheduled team practices will not begin earlier than 1500. Tactical officers and academic instructors
may schedule mandatory cadet counseling during a cadet's free period when there are no scheduled
academic, military, or physical requirements. Cadets attending DPE activity courses have different
start and end times to allow for cadets to change clothing and finish DPE training and be at their
previous/next class. Academic hours follow:
EVENT
TIME
A and G hour
B and H hour
C and I hour
D and J hour
M (1 Day-Odd Lsn)
E and K hour
F and L hour
0730-0825
0840-0935
0950-1045
1100-1155
1250-1345
1355-1450
1505-1600
e. Compressed Class Day Schedule: A compressed class day schedule will be used on the
Wednesday prior to Thanksgiving.
EVENT
MANDATORY BREAKFAST
G-HOUR CLASS
H-HOUR CLASS
I-HOUR CLASS
J-HOUR CLASS
K-HOUR CLASS
L-HOUR CLASS
OPTIONAL LUNCH
TIME
0600-0620
0640-0730
0745-0835
0850-0940
0955-1045
1100-1150
1205-1255
1300-1340
f. Modified Schedule. If a modified schedule is approved, the day will begin earlier,
however, the length of each class period will remain the same. The start time will be determined on a
case by case basis.
g. Lunch Formation and Lunch (1205-1235): Lunch formation and lunch are mandatory
for all cadets. All cadets will march in formation to the lunch meal. See Appendix 1 and USMA
Regulation 350-12 for exceptions. Exceptions will be authorized by the Brigade Tactical Officer.
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h. Lunchtime Review (1205 – 1240): USCC will conduct a brigade review once a week
during lunchtime. This review will take place on Monday.
i. M Hour and Commandant's Hour (1250-1345 on 1-days): To be used only as
prescribed by the Commandant. The Commandant's hour contains 20 equivalent lessons.
(1) Even lessons are for: inspections, fitness testing, professional development
training, professional military ethics education, unit training, human resources issues, chain of
command time, and other activities relating to the military and physical programs.
(2) Odd lessons are designated as M-hour. M-hour is reserved for 20 lessons of
Military Science (MS) instruction for cadets who cannot take MS courses during other academic
hours (hours A thru L). The Office of the Dean may schedule other classes or activities during MHour, but only with prior consultation and concurrence from the Commandant
j. Dean's/Lab Hour: (1250-1345 on 2-days) This period is scheduled as a normal academic
instruction hour (lab), or for other academic purposes approved by the Dean. No other activity may
be scheduled unless specifically approved by the Dean.
k. Club Athletics/ Intramurals/ Drill and Ceremonies/ Military and Physical Training:
(Monday through Thursday, 1615-1830) Cadets may be scheduled for club team competitions and
practices, company intramurals, drill and ceremonies, and other training events approved by the
Commandant consistent with the goals of the military and physical programs. No other activity
involving cadet attendance or participation may be conducted. Any time not scheduled for an
authorized activity reverts to cadet time. (See Appendix 1 and USMA Regulation 350-12 for
exceptions).
l. Corps Squad Athletics: (Monday through Thursday, 1500-1830) Cadets may be
scheduled for Corps Squad competitions and practices. No other activity involving cadet attendance
or participation may be conducted. Any time not scheduled for an authorized activity reverts to cadet
time. (See Appendix 1 and USMA Regulation 350-12 for exceptions.)
m. Remedial Training/Support Army Teams: (Friday, 1615 - 1930) Remedial Training
for Corps squad athletes will be coordinated through ODIA and USCC on a case by case basis.
Consistent with the goals of the Military and Physical programs, the Commandant may schedule
mandatory remedial training [as needed] for those cadets who are not meeting baseline requirements.
On a voluntary basis, cadets of all classes may choose to attend competitions in support of Army
teams. Units assigned as team sponsors by the Commandant, may participate in spirit activities in
conjunction with team competitions. Cadets will be allowed to attend the optional Dinner if they
desire to.
n. Additional Instruction (AI): Cadets may receive AI at times and places mutually
agreeable to them and their instructors and not in conflict with other class or duty responsibilities
during the week. AI with DPE is authorized to take place at Arvin Cadet Physical Development
Center. The Commandant or his designated representative is authorized to approve and/or excuse
cadets from drill and ceremonies, and Chain of Command/Unit Training Time to allow cadets to
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participate in AI. Additionally, Head Coaches of Corps Squad teams are authorized to excuse cadets
from practice to allow them to participate in AI.
o. Retreat: will be at 1700 hours during Eastern Standard time Monday through Sunday and
holidays. When changing from Eastern Standard Time to Eastern Daylight Time, Retreat will be at
1800 hours. Retreat may be adjusted to meet ceremonial requirements after coordination and
approval by G-3.
p. Optional Dinner: (1800-1930) During the academic year, the supper meal is optional for
all cadets except on Thursdays. Mess Hall doors will close at 1930 hours. Banquets, Dining-In and
other functions authorized to be conducted with the supper meal will conclude NLT 1930. Club,
team and religious activities holding an authorized meeting in conjunction with a Banquet or DiningIn, may extend their function until 2030 (Monday and Tuesday only).
q. Mandatory Corps Dinner:
(1) Monday and Wednesday (1845 - 1915) Attendance by the fourth class is mandatory
except for absences approved by the Commandant and/or authorized under the provisions of
Appendix 1 to this Annex and USMA Regulation 350-12. Cadets will march into the Mess Hall in
company formation. In-season Corps and Competitive Club Squad Cadets are authorized to pick up
their dinner in their practice uniform (option 3 "grab and go").
(2) Thursday (1845-1915) Attendance by all cadets is mandatory except for absences
approved by the Commandant and/or authorized under the provisions of Appendix 1 to this Annex
and USMA Regulation 350-12. Cadets will march into the Mess Hall in company formation. Inseason Corps Squad athletes are excused from this formation, but must attend the meal and arrive in
time to "Take Seats" with the Corps.
r. Evening Study Period: (Sunday - Friday, 1930-2330) The intent of this period is to
provide the maximum opportunity for cadets to focus on academic excellence. This period is reserved
for study, homework and preparation of academic requirements. As required, Cadet Officers and
Cadet Sergeants may perform chain of command duties beyond 2030 hours. However, they will not
task Cadet Corporals or Cadet Privates to complete any Chain of Command duties/requirements
during the Evening Study Period. No other activities may be scheduled. On Friday evenings, prior to
an Alpha and Foxtrot Saturday there is formal ESP. On Friday evenings, prior to a Bravo Sat, there
is no formal ESP. Cadets may exercise voluntarily the authorizations and privileges to which they
are entitled, providing they have no conflicting duties.
s. Extra-Curricular Activities: (Monday and Tuesday, 1930-2030) Cadets may be excused
from the first hour of Evening Study Period on Mondays and Tuesdays to attend authorized club,
team, or religious activities. Competitive club teams may not conduct practices and/or competitions
during this period. Any given activity may schedule one meeting per week on either night, but not
both. The Commandant may require cadets to attend training related to Values Education or the
Military Program. Meetings/training must end and cadets be dismissed by 2030.
t. Support Army Teams: On an individual voluntary basis, cadets of all classes may choose
to attend competitions in support of Army teams from 1930 - 2230 Sunday - Friday. Third and
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Fourth Class will be limited to attending two competitions per week. Units assigned as team
sponsors by the Commandant may participate in spirit support activities in conjunction with team
competitions.
u. Dean's Lecture Period: (Wednesday and Thursday, 1945-2045) Cadets may be required to
attend lectures and preparatory seminars for Student Conference on US Affairs (SCUSA) and
Scholarship activities approved in accordance with DPOM 2-5 during the first hour and 15 minutes of
the Evening Study Period on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Cadets must be seated by 1940 and these
activities must end by 2045. Cadets may remain voluntarily to participate in further discussion with
the lecturer. The Commandant and the Dean will coordinate NLT one month prior to the start of each
term the utilization of ELP’s to accomplish required training related to the military and physical
programs. Historically, USCC has requested the use of the Dean’s lecture period in order to support
MS instructional requirements. Once scheduled, these events take precedence. All additional
requests will be submitted as an ETAS.
v. Taps: (2330) All cadets will be in their rooms, and remain in their rooms. Exceptions
will be approved by the TAC Team or Platoon Leader. All room lights except for desk lamps will be
turned off. On Fridays prior to a B Saturday, and on Saturday nights Taps is 0100 Sunday morning.
w. Lights in the Barracks Area: Lights will be turned off when cadets are absent from their
rooms. All overhead lights will be turned off at Taps every night and may be turned on no earlier
than 0520 every day. On nights prior to an academic day, all cadets will turn out all lights and go to
sleep NLT 2400. On nights with no ESP and during TEE Week, all cadets may leave their desk
lights [no other lights] on after Taps.
4.
WEEKEND
a. Saturday: There are three kinds of Saturdays: Alpha, Bravo, and Foxtrot, as designated
annually by the Superintendent. Alpha Saturday is further broken down into Alpha/Dean (A/D) and
Alpha/Commandant (A/C). The Commandant ICW the Dean will adjust the Saturday schedule to
meet Review Prep, Review, and Kick-off time requirements for home football games on Alpha and
Foxtrot Saturdays. Cadets must be prepared to execute Reviews as scheduled and must have one
hour to prepare for each Saturday Review. On Foxtrot Saturdays, cadets will have no academic,
physical, or military requirements, other than the execution of a Review, attend the game, execute the
March-On, and complete taskings in support of the home game. See Appendix 2 for detailed
schedule.
(1) Alpha Saturdays: are those Saturdays during which all cadets, except those in
season athletes in Corps Squad competitions and approved club or academic trip sections, at or away
from West Point are required to be in attendance for events scheduled on Saturday morning by the
Commandant and/or the Dean. Operating rules for A/D and A/C Saturdays are as follows:
(a) Dean’s (A/D) Saturday:
1. Friday prior, Formal Evening Study Period (ESP) in effect. The
Commandant may conduct mandatory Disciplinary Tours on Fridays 16301850. Cadets who have achieved the minimum APST/APSC requirement for
their class (as defined in the Redbook Part 1), and PPSC requirement [as
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defined in the White book, and MPSC requirements in the Green Book], and
have no academic or military requirements on Saturday may depart on pass
after their last duty on Friday with TAC approval and provided all
requirements of the USCC SOP have been met.
2. 0520 - Release from quarters.
3. 0630 - Reveille
4. 0655 - Formation and Mandatory Breakfast
5. 0730 - 1130 - Dean’s Activities take place. The Dean may reschedule
missed Written Partial Reviews, lectures, or other academic activities. The
Dean’s use of this time period is subject to the rules listed in paragraph 3e
above.
6. 1130 - 1230 - Optional Lunch
7. 1045 - 1145 - Optional Lunch (On Home Football Saturdays)
8. 1200 - Disciplinary Tour Formation
9. 1230 - 1730 - Disciplinary Tours
10. 1800 - 1900- Optional Dinner
11. 0100 - TAPS
(b) Commandant’s (A/C) Saturday:
1. Friday prior, Formal Evening Study Period (ESP) in effect. The
Commandant may conduct mandatory Disciplinary Tours on Fridays 16301850. Cadets may take OPP’s in accordance with the USCC SOP.
2. 0520 - Release from quarters.
3. 0630 - Reveille.
4. 0655 - Formation and Mandatory Breakfast
5. 0730 - 1130 - Commandant’s Activities take place. The Commandant
may schedule SAMIs, In Ranks Inspections, military training
consistent with the goals of military and physical programs, and other
activities at the discretion of the Commandant.
6. 1130 - 1230 - Optional Lunch
7. 1045 - 1145 - Optional Lunch (On Home Football Saturdays)
8. 1200 - Disciplinary Tour Formation
9. 1230 - 1730 - Disciplinary Tours
10. 1800 - 1900 - Optional Dinner
11. 0100 - TAPS
(c) DCA home events will not take place prior to1145 on a Dean (A/D) Saturday.
The only exception is for competitive club teams.
(d) DCA home events on a Commandant (A/C) Saturday beginning prior to 1145
hours must be approved by the Commandant.
(e) ODIA practices and competitions will occur as planned and in-season cadet
athletes are excused from Saturday activities IAW USMA Reg 350-12.
(f) Voluntary cadet activities will begin on Alpha and Foxtrot Saturdays after the last
duty.
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(g) Extracurricular activities will schedule their events after the last duty on Alpha
and Foxtrot Saturdays or 1145 hours, whichever is later.
(h) No trip section, academic or club, will be scheduled on Alpha and Foxtrot
Saturdays until approved by the Dean for an A/D Saturday and by the Commandant for an A/C and
Foxtrot Saturdays.
(i) On an A/C Saturday or a B Saturday, the Commandant may authorize remedial
military training and testing to extend beyond 1145 in order for individual cadets not meeting
baseline requirements to meet training objectives and certification standards in the Military and
Physical Programs.
(2) Bravo Saturdays: are those Saturdays during which all events for cadets are
discretionary. Extracurricular activities will schedule their away events on Bravo Saturday
weekends. On Bravo Saturdays, events may be offered by the Commandant and Dean, e.g., written
partial reviews, additional instruction, makeup labs, immunizations, military and physical activities,
and counseling. In all cases, however, cadets must be provided an opportunity during the week to
accomplish any task offered on Bravo Saturdays with the exception of disciplinary tours, and baseline
Cadet Summer Training tasks requiring remediation. It is understood that this remediation is by
exception only, that it historically impacts on a small number of cadets and is scheduled during this
time to minimize cadet time and overhead requirements to conduct this training and testing. The DIA
will coordinate requests for individual corps squad exceptions.
(a) 0630 - 0800 - Optional Breakfast will take place.
(b) 0730 - 0920 - Dean’s Time for make up requirements.
(c) 0930 - 1120 - Commandant’s Time for make up requirements.
(d) 1130 - 1230 - Optional lunch will take place.
(e) 1200 - Disciplinary tour inspection formation will be held.
(f) 1230 - 1830 - Disciplinary Tours will take place.
(g) 1800 - 1900 - Optional dinner will take place.
(3) Foxtrot Saturdays: are those Saturdays during which the only requirements for
cadets are in support of the home football game. The Corps is required to attend each home game in
support of the Army football team. The Commandant and the Dean will schedule no mandatory
requirements for any cadets on a Foxtrot Saturday. Duty Regiment activities will be conducted IAW
the USCC SOP.
(a) Friday prior, Formal Evening Study Period (ESP) is in effect. The Commandant
may conduct mandatory Disciplinary Tours on Fridays 1630-1850. Cadets may take
OPP’s in accordance with the USCC SOP.
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(b) 0520 - Release from quarters.
(c) 0630 - Reveille
(d) 0700 - 0830 - Optional Breakfast
(e) The Commandant will conduct a Double Regimental Review three hours prior to
football game kick-off time.
(f) 1045 - 1145 - Optional Lunch
(g) 1200 - Disciplinary Tour Formation
(h) 1230 - 1730 - Disciplinary Tours
(i) 1300 [or televised start time] Attend Home Football Game
(j) 1800 - 1900 - Optional Dinner
(k) 0100 - TAPS
(4) Voluntary Cadet Activities: (Saturday after last duty, 1700 on home football
Saturdays, until taps). Period during which cadets may exercise discretion with regard to
participation in scheduled activities/events. Obligations associated with participation in voluntary
activities scheduled during these periods must be clearly stated by activity sponsors prior to
scheduling. Participation in Voluntary Cadet Activities does not take precedence over other
mandatory activities or duties (e.g., guard, duty officer, CQ, CS competition, etc.).
b. Sunday Schedule
(1) Release from Quarters: (0520)
(2) Optional Brunch: (0930 - 1230)
(3) Voluntary Cadet Activities: (0520 - 1900) During this time, cadets may exercise
discretion with regard to participation in scheduled activities/events. However, no mandatory
activities of any kind may be scheduled at West Point prior to 1230 hours. Obligations associated
with participation in voluntary activities scheduled during these periods must be clearly stated by
activity sponsors prior to scheduling. Participation in Voluntary Cadet Activities does not take
precedence over other mandatory activities or duties (e.g., guard, duty officer, CQ, CS competition,
etc.). Corps Squad competitions and practices will not be conducted on Sundays except as authorized
in paragraph 6. See Appendix 1 and USMA Regulation 350-12 for exceptions.
(4) Sitting Tours: Formation will be held at 1200. Sitting tours will be held on
Sundays 1230-1830 unless otherwise dictated. If Monday is a holiday, sitting tour time will be
moved from Sunday to Monday.
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(5) Optional Supper: (1800 - 1900)
(6) Corps Assembly Formation: (1900) Will only be held after Thanksgiving,
Winter, and Spring leave periods.
(7) Evening Study Period: (1930 - 2330) Same rules apply as for weekday Evening
Study Periods.
(8) Superintendent's Time: (1930 - 2030) Cadets may be required to attend an
address by or on behalf of, the Superintendent during the first hour of the Evening Study Period on
Sundays. This time is reserved for exclusive use by the Superintendent or activity approved by
Superintendent. If nothing is scheduled for cadets during this period, the rules for Evening Study
Period will apply. If Monday is a holiday, Superintendent’s time will be moved from Sunday to
Monday.
(9) Taps: (2330) Same rule as for weekday Taps.
(10) Lights Out in the Barracks Area: (2400) Same rule as for weekday Lights out.
5. CORPS LEAVES, PASSES AND HOLIDAYS
a. Corps Leaves/Passes:
(1) See USCC SOP, Annex A for leave and pass departure times.
(2) Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Leaves: Corps Assembly Formation will be
held at 1900 on day of return from Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Leave.
(3) Accountability Procedures: As specified in USCC SOP, Annex A, paragraph
921. See Appendix 1 and USMA Regulation 350-12 for exceptions.
b. Holidays: (Monday-Friday) When academic classes are not held.
(1) Release from Quarters: (0520)
(2) Optional Brunch: (0930 - 1230)
(3) Disciplinary Tours: Disciplinary Tour Formations will be held at 1230 Hours.
Tours will be conducted from 1300 - 1800.
(4) Voluntary Cadet Activities: (Saturday after last duty or football game till taps;
holidays from 0520 to 1900) Period during which cadets may exercise discretion with regard to
participation in scheduled activities/events. Obligations associated with participation in voluntary
activities scheduled during these periods must be clearly stated by activity sponsors prior to
scheduling. Participation in Voluntary Cadet Activities does not take precedence over other
mandatory activities or duties (e.g., guard, duty officer, CQ, CS competition, remedial training, etc.).
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(5) Optional Supper: (1800 - 1900)
(6) Evening Study Period: On the day prior to the holiday the evening study period is
canceled. Evening Study Period resumes 1930 - 2330 hrs on the holiday, if the day following the
holiday is a duty day. Same rules apply as for weekday Evening Study Periods.
(7) Taps: will be at 0100 on the evening prior to the holiday. The Commandant has
the authority to extend Taps beyond 0100 on the evening prior to a holiday. On the evening of the
holiday, Taps will be at 2330 if the holiday is followed by a weekday.
(8) Lights Out in the Barracks Area: will be at 0100 on the evening prior to the
holiday. If the holiday is followed by a duty day, lights out will be at 2400 and the same rules apply
as for weekday lights out.
6. CORPS SQUAD HOME COMPETITIONS
a. Weekday athletic competitions will not begin prior to 1500 hrs except for multi-team
tournaments or games which are rescheduled due to weather. Competitions are scheduled by teams
and the league. DIA will ensure that one team does not play more than 2 week-day competitions per
week. See Appendix 1 and USMA Reg 350-12 for exceptions.
b. Saturday and holiday athletic competition will not begin prior to 1200 hrs except for multiteam tournaments and selected dual competitions which may start not earlier than 0800.
c. Sunday home competition and special events as indicated in Appendix 1 may be
scheduled. USMA team activities may begin no earlier than 1230 and no USMA team may compete
prior to 1300. No cadet will be involved in a Sunday competition in conflict with voluntary religious
activities.
7. ACADEMY OBSERVANCES AND CELEBRATIONS From time to time the Military
Academy will observe special occasions designated by the Superintendent. Directives will be
published in these instances to cover the specific daily schedule to be followed by cadets.
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APPENDIX 1 TO ANNEX A, USMA REG 1-1
EXCEPTIONS TO THE ACADEMY SCHEDULE
SPECIAL DUTY REQUIREMENTS: Cadets may be required to participate in guard and special
duty requirements IAW regulations and/or provisions for the activity. Exception to fulfill these
requirements will not be submitted to the Academy Scheduling Committee.
ORGANIZED ACTIVITIES: (e.g., meetings, team practices, rehearsals, briefings, colloquia) may
be conducted only during time blocks designated for those activities, with the following exceptions
that supplement guidelines and policies contained in this Appendix 1 and in USMA Regulation
350-12:
CORPS SQUAD ATHLETICS:
For detailed/specific listings of Intercollegiate Athletics Exceptions refer to USMA Regulation 350-12,
Appendices A-W.
Cadet/Corps Support Activities: USCC Reg 28-1 delineates authorizations and general exemptions
for DCA activities.
RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES:
Religious Retreats: Cadets may voluntarily participate in a religious retreats/trips on any B
weekend. All trips will be entered into the automated tracking and approval system. The retreat
dates will be coordinated with the Commandant and Dean two months prior to the start of each term.
Requests on Saturdays will be approved/disapproved by the Dean and Commandant through the
automated system once a roster of names has been entered. All religious trips will be entered into
the automated tracking and approval system.
Weekday Religious Services and Fellowship Meetings: Cadets attending morning services may
proceed individually but must be in the Mess Hall for breakfast at “Take Seats”.
Gospel Services: Cadets are authorized to attend services 1230 - 1520 on Sundays.
Jewish Cadets Authorized to attend Sabbath Worship on Fridays, 1900-2100. Authorized excusal from class
and formation on Rosh Hashana to attend worship at the Jewish Chapel and Yom Kippur to observe worship
and all day fast at the Jewish Chapel.
Muslim Cadets Authorized to attend Friday Jumah Service from 1200 – 1330. Cadets wishing to observe the
month long fast of Ramadan will be excused from attending daylight mandatory meals. Rations will be
arranged for them to eat before daybreak and after sunset.
Other Faith Groups: The USCC Chaplain will make the request for exemption and voluntary attendance of
religious service through USCC for other Faith groups not listed.
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Religious Observances:
In the event of conflict with scheduled events, the cadet may choose which to attend.
ROSH HASHANAH
Eve 1, 1900-2130 Service
Day 1, 0900 - 1400,Service
Day 2, 1700-1800 Service
YOM KIPPUR
Eve 1, 1800 - 2130 Service
Day 1, 0800 - 1400, Service
Eve 2, 1600 - 2130 Service
SUKKOTH
Eve, 1900-2130
SIMHAT TORAH
Eve, 1900-2130
PURIM
Eve, 1900-2130
PASSOVER SEDER
Eve 1, 1900-2300
Eve 2, 1900-2230
EID AL-ADHA
Eve, After sunset service
Day, Religious Retreat
LAILATUL-QADR
Eve, After sunset service
EID AL-FITR
Eve, After sunset service
Day Religious Retreat
RAMADAN-(Month Long)
Eve, After Sunset Break-the-Fast Iftar Service
LEAVE-EVE SERVICES (Tuesday Evening prior to Christmas leave)
1900 - 2100, Service, Cadet Chapel
1900 - 2100, Mass, Catholic Chapel
ASH WEDNESDAY
1915 - 2030 Mass, Catholic Chapel
CADET PASSOVER SEDER
1800 - 2100, Jewish Chapel
MODEL SEDER
1630 - 2030, Hotel Thayer
HOLY (MAUNDY) THURSDAY
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1900 - 2030, Cadet Chapel
1900 - 2030 Mass, Catholic Chapel
GOOD FRIDAY
1900 - 2030 Service, Catholic Chapel
1900 - 2030 Protestant Service, Cadet Chap
ORTHODOX EASTER RETREAT
Date (TBD) Each Year
ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES:
Spring Term Projects Day/Reading Day: This day will fall on Second during the first week in
May. This is a normal Academy Day with the exception that academic events and reading time are
scheduled from 0730 to 1155 and from 1250 to 1600, and would be followed by the normal Drill,
Corps Squad, Club Athletics, etc., the Corps Mandatory Supper, and ESP. OPPs will not be
permitted prior to 1600. Corps Squad Athletes have the last hour free. Various Cadet driven events
are allowed as long as they are not mandated/driven by the USCC TAC Team.
Educational Trips: May be conducted IAW DPOM 02-7. Mandatory Trip Section must normally
begin not earlier than 0730 and end not later than 1600. Mandatory trips, which extend beyond 1600,
will require the sponsor to give the Commandant or the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics the
opportunity to remove cadets from the trip section if the absence will interfere with other required
duties. Voluntary trips may be scheduled during periods reserved for the period of voluntary cadet
activities. All trips will be entered into the automated tracking and approval system.
Noontime Seminar: May be conducted IAW DPOM 02-13 and with the approval of the BTO. Will
be entered into the automated tracking and approval system.
Honor Societies: May request one special event/ceremony during Friday evening 1800 - 1900. This
event must be entered into the automated tracking and approval system
TESTING: Graduate Record Examinations (GRE), Medical College Admission Test (MCAT),
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) Aviation Flight
Aptitude Service Test (AFAST) approved for cadets as follows:
MCAT - Saturday,
FEE - Saturday,
DLPT - Friday,
AFAST - Friday,
0735 - 1600
0730 - 1830
Mon – Fri, A/D Sat
Friday
NOTE: Saturday Testing will be scheduled on BRAVO Saturdays where possible.
OTHER:
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Second Class Affirmation Ceremony: Prior to the start of term 1 (August), second class cadets will
participate in an Affirmation Ceremony acknowledging their active duty commitment.
Post Selection: The Commandant is authorized to schedule one event from 1930-2100 on a
Wednesday or Thursday evening during the Spring Term. The purpose of this event is to allow
graduating 1st Class cadets to choose the location of their first assignment by branch. This event
requires the participation of all 1st Class cadets. USCC will coordinate with the Dean for the exact
date.
Branch Notification Ceremony: The Commandant is authorized to schedule an event from
1900 - 2100 on a Thursday or Sunday night in November to notify first class cadets of their Branch
assignments and celebrate their selection. This event requires the attendance of all 1CL cadets.
Branch Open House (Fall Term): The Commandant is authorized to schedule an event on both a
Monday and a Tuesday in either September or October, from 1900 - 2030 hours for 1st Class cadets.
Cadets may be required to attend either evening to learn about available opportunities in different
branches prior to submission of their individual branch preference statement. USCC will coordinate
with the Dean for the exact date
Branch Open House (Spring Term): The Commandant is authorized to schedule an event on both a
Wednesday and a Thursday night during April, from 1900-2030 for 2nd Class cadets scheduled to
attend CTLT. Cadets can attend either evening to learn about the branches to which they have been
detailed for the following summer period. USCC will coordinate with the Dean for the exact date.
Admission Support Activities: approved IAW USMA Reg 210-5 Educator/Congressional Staff
Visits.
Cadet Public Relations Council (CPRC): IAW USMA Reg 210-5, after coordination with the
Commandant and the Dean, cadets are authorized early departure or late return.
Quarterback Luncheons: Cadets who are authorized by USCC SOP may attend with TAC
approval.
Social Events: Each Cadet Company is authorized 1 dining-in and 3 functions per semester.
Staff and Faculty Sports Night: 1900 - 2230 hrs, Upper Class cadets with privileges may
participate.
Bowl Championship Series Championship and the Superbowl:
a. All cadets in good standing are authorized to watch the game at the quarters of members of
the staff and faculty, company day rooms, Class Clubs, or at the Cadet Restaurant at Eisenhower
Hall. Cadets will return to the cadet area NLT 30 minutes following the completion of the game
(defined as time expired off the game clock).
b. All cadets flagged for “peg point” deficiency in either of the three pillars have the same
privileges as cadets in good standing (as listed in paragraph 2a above) for the purpose of watching the
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gam only. These cadets must return to the cadet area NLT 30 minutes following the completion of
the game (defined as time expired off the game clock).
c. All cadets that meet the following criteria are authorized to watch the game in their company
dayrooms and must return to their rooms immediately upon the completion of the game (defined as
time expired off the game clock): Cadets on academic probation; those referred to an Honor
Investigation; undergoing a Conduct investigation (CI); Misconduct Investigation (MI); undergoing
Regulations USMA investigation by the Commandant or the Superintendent; or Courts Martial
Charges have been referred against the cadet.
d. Cadets serving restriction and loss of privileges from a Regimental Board or higher have no
privileges, but may watch the game in the Company Dayroom.
Indoor Obstacle Course Test: During Evening Study Period, Cadets may and are encouraged to
practice for the Indoor Obstacle Course Test (IOCT) when the course is set up.
Ethnic Observances: Cadets, with Commandant approval, may miss the lunch formation and the
lunch meal to participate in on-post ethnic observances that the Military Equal Opportunity Branch
sponsor.
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