Contacting Your Cadet

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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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

graduation ceremony

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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How much does the program cost?
Is there an age limit?
How long is the program?
How do you enroll in the program?
Is there an orientation for applicants and guardians?
Does my youth have to join the military if he/she attends the program?
Can I force my child to attend the program?
Is the Program Co-Ed?
Can the Cadets receive letters and emails?
Can I have a cell phone or other electronics?
Do Cadets need money at OYCP?
Is there weekend leave or visitation during the 22-Week Residential Phase?
Does the program have medical staff?