"To perpetuate the history and memories of the United States Naval Academy and the members of the Class of 1963 thereof, and to encourage and assist the growth and development of the United States Naval Academy."

Class of 1963 Legacy-1963 Center for Academic Excellence (63 CAE)


   "In a sense, our Legacy will be 'a gift that keeps giving.'  It will not be a one time effort, project, or contribution.  Rather, it will provide a continuum between the past and the future. "

63 CAE Brochure (March 2008)

63 CAE pledge form (Word Document)

63 CAE pledge form (Adobe Reader)

The Class of 1963 Center for Academic Excellence Commemorative Plaque

We are proposing a commemorative plaque for the 63 CAE, listing the major donors, congregated by "striper" levels: for example, a six-figure gift gets you six stripes.
Here is your chance to wear as many stripes as you want!
$100,000   6 striper
$63,000     5 striper
$37,600     4 striper
$18,900     3 striper
$12,600     2 striper
$6,300       1 striper
$2,500       MPO

Endorsements

Testimonial from classmate Rocky Pratt:

Thank you for the work you and others have put into the Center For Academic Excellence initiative.

For me it represents a very personal reality as in 1963 I faced a re-exam (my first and only) first class year, June week about 10 days away. In those days there was no organized, directed help available. If lucky (I wasn't) a slash classmate would help prepare otherwise it was...good luck. I squeaked by and graduated on time.

Looking at the CAE and its established track record I can't help but think of my experience and of the many classmates we lost over the four year stint on the Severn that would have, SHOULD have graduated with us had this program existed.

I can't fix the past but CAN affect the future. Thus my pledge. of 1963

Presentation by CAE staff for our reunion of 1963

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) (Being Revised)

The Foundation

June 2008 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet

October 2007 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet

January 2007 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet

July 5, 2006-- Letter from W. C. Miller (requires Adobe Reader) USNA Academic Dean and Provost regarding the Class of 1963 Center for Academic Excellence. The Class Foundation is presently discussing further funding.

June 2006 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet

June 2005 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet from Foundation President, Dave Puckett
Dave Puckett asks: "In the linked letter we have asked for volunteers for two trustee vacancies by July 31. As we are late please consider this deadline August 31. After the nominating committee has a list of volunteers, they will select 3 to 4 candidates to fill the two open vacancies for your vote. Geographical considerations, "new blood" and commitment to the Class and Foundation's mission will be evaluated in determining the slate for your review. "

November 2004 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet from Foundation President, Dave Puckett (Requires Acrobat Reader)

October 18, 2004--USNA63 Foundation 2004 Trustee election Letter from Dave Puckett

May 2004 Foundation Newsletter/Balance Sheet from Foundation President, Dave Puckett (Requires Acrobat Reader)

A Word from Foundation President, Jim Ring

Summary of Foundation Assistance Provided

Foundation Charter

Thank You Notes from Beneficiaries

2007 Foundation Survey Results

Classmates, first let me thank you for your response to the Class Foundation Survey. Our purpose was to get your input as to the future and I believe your thoughts have been clearly provided. The summary of the findings and what we see as our next steps is at Class of 1963 Foundation Survey Results.
If you have any comments or concerns please do not hesitate to send them to me or any member of the Board.
David Puckett
Class Foundation President

Foundation Directory
    Officers, Committee Chairmen, Board of Trustees

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