Communication is key to your Cadet’s success, especially when it comes to homesickness. Your Cadet’s emotional health can affect how they do in school, their relationships with family, friends, fellow Cadets, staff, and how well they handle new challenges. Please take the time to keep your Cadet informed on what is going on at home and to provide positive encouragement.
Cadet (Last Name, First Name), Platoon (1,2,3 or 4)OYCP
23861 Dodds Rd Bend, OR 97701
Another form of communication to your Cadet is through our online Cadet Note. Our online system is a way for parents, caregivers, mentors, and friends to send free messages directly to their Cadets. Messages are printed and delivered to Cadets nightly at mail call (between 7:30pm - 9:00pm). Messages are subjected to screening by staff for inappropriate content. You can send messages via the link below.
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We know you’re curious about what your cadet is up to during their time at OYCP! We make a point to take lots of photos to document their experience so you can look back on the memories together. View our photo gallery below.
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Check out our upcoming events and dates for graduation.
July 9, 8:00am, In processing 2nd Platoon
July 9, 1:00pm, In processing 3rd Platoon
July 10, 8:00am, In processing 4th Platoon
July 25, Red Stage Ceremony, Cadets only
August 29, First Break Depart
September 2, First Break Return
October 10, Visitation 2nd Platoon 8:00am – 6:00 pm
October 11, Visitation 3rd Platoon 8:00am – 6:00 pm
October 18, Visitation 4th Platoon 8:00am – 6:00 pm
November 26, Second Break Depart
December 1, Second Break Return
December 10, Graduation 11:00am - 1:00pm
Deschutes County Fairgrounds, Redmond
OYCP Graduation will be held at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, Oregon, on December 10, 2025. Doors open at 10:00 am, with the ceremony beginning at 11:00 am.
Deschutes County Fairgrounds
3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond, OR 97756
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