Inspections

Inspections are a critical part of cadet life conducted routinely to ensure beds are made correctly, shoes are positioned precisely, floors are cleaned thoroughly, and laundry is folded neatly – to name a few standards. Weekly, points are calculated, winners are announced, and companies cheer with great excitement. Each semester, the company with the most points overall wins the coveted title of Honor Company. This school year, Headquarters Company gained the Honor Company title during fall semester, while Delta Company, consisting mostly of new cadets, secured it for the spring semester following a strong showing in the President’s Inspection.

The President’s Inspection is a traditional Saturday event held in the spring when the President personally inspects rooms, uniforms, and compliance with grooming standards. Delta Company’s 2LT Armand La Douceur explains, “The only way to win is to expand

our strengths and improve upon our weaknesses.”

While the inspection is intense, the relief is apparent once the President completes his review. The winners are announced soon thereafter, and this year, for the first time in history, Scout Company, consisting of sixth through eighth graders, took first place.