USAFAMD5 — United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School

USAFAMD5 governs the mission, organization, and responsibilities of the United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School.

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  • Publication number: USAFAMD5
  • Title: UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL
  • Date: 2025-06-18

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It defines the Preparatory School mission and establishes command duties for reporting, control, cadet candidate development, instruction, discipline, and performance measures. Compliance with the publication is mandatory.

Applies to: This mission directive prescribes the mission, organization, and responsibilities of the United States Air Force (USAF) Academy Preparatory School (USAFA/PL), Headquarters United States Air Force Academy, Colorado.

Topics covered

  • Preparatory School mission
  • Command authority
  • Cadet candidate development
  • Academic instruction
  • Military instruction
  • Athletic instruction
  • Disciplinary environment
  • Performance measures

Questions and answers

What is the mission of the Air Force Academy Preparatory School?

To motivate, prepare, and evaluate selected candidates in an educational, military, moral, and physical environment, to perform successfully, and enhance diversity at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). (paragraph 1)

Who does the Preparatory School commander report to?

Reports directly to the Superintendent, United States Air Force Academy. (paragraph 2)

What control does the Preparatory School commander exercise?

Exercises administrative and operational control for assigned faculty, staff members, and preparatory school cadet candidates. (paragraph 2)

What instruction does the Preparatory School provide?

Provides focused academic, military, and physical instruction in an environment designed to develop character, promote Air Force core values, and prepare Cadet Candidates for success at USAFA. (paragraph 3)

What does academic instruction include at the Preparatory School?

Academic instruction includes Mathematics, English, Science and other necessary subject matters. (paragraph 3)

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