Cadet Program Updates

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Cadet Program Updates
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• 2005
• Maryland Wing
• Conference

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Cadet Program Updates

• Agenda
• Stay Informed
• Tools for Cadets and Leaders
• Cadet Activities
• Awards
• Questions and Answers

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Stay InformedThe Cadet Programs Staff
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Stay InformedThe Cadets of Maryland Wing

• Cadets 617 (as of 4 November 2005)
• Down 19 Cadets since Last Wing Conference in
  October
• Statistical breakdown of cadet achievements
• since 1 March 2004
• 167 Milestone awards processed by National HQ
• 83 Wright Brothers
• 58 Mitchells
• 14 Earharts
• 10 Eakers
• 2 Spaatzs

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Stay InformedCadet Programs Today Newsletters
Cadets see the world through IACE    Awesome
internship at OAS    CAP opens doors to Air
Force Academy    Civic Leadership Academy 2006
announced    CPFT's 'run plus 2 out of 3' rule
maintained    Achievement test policy clarified 
  Brewer "Aeroscholars" scholarship announced 
  Effective fund raising    Former cadet's
dream comes true    Images from NCSAs 2005
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Stay Informed

• 2006 National Cadet Special Activities.  Start
  planning for summer. With over 20 types of
  activities to choose from, every cadet can find
  something that matches their interests. Apply 1
  November through 31 December (for CLA, apply now
  through 1 November).  See the NCSA home page for
  details. 
• 13 Oct 05 Drill Ceremonies Resources.   A
  new drill and ceremonies instructor guide,
  student guide, and slides are available, courtesy
  of HQ AFJROTC. Units are encouraged to use these
  optional resources to support cadet
  leadership training. Download them from the Cadet
  Drill Ceremonies Homepage. 
• 5 Oct 05 Civic Leadership Academy.  Not
  your average field trip to Washington, the Civic
  Leadership Academy is an opportunity for 24 of
  CAPs brightest cadets to explore their
  government and investigate public service
  careers. The academy culminates with CAP's
  Legislative Day, when CLA cadets will meet with
  Congressional leaders to help them better
  understand CAPs worth to America. Apply now
  through 1 November 2005.   30 Aug 05CPFT's
  "Run Plus 2 out of 3" Rule Maintained. The
  National Commander has directed that the "run
  plus 2 out of 3" rule used in scoring the Cadet
  Physical Fitness Test remain in effect until
  further notice. To learn more, download the
  original CPFT Policy Letter dated 18 February, or
  the letter extending the scoring rule dated 21
  August. The "run plus 2 out of 3 rule" applies to
  all achievements and milestone award exams,
  including the Spaatz Award exam. 29 Aug 05
• Training Leaders of Cadets.  The 2005 draft
  curriculum is on-line now. A major reason why the
  TLC program is in the process of being
  re-designed is to respond to members' requests
  for a curriculum that is more user-friendly. The
  new lesson plans will guide instructors
  step-by-step, like a recipe. As drafts, the
  materials below are subject to change. The 2005
  edition is expected to be officially released on
  this page in November 2005. 18 Aug 05

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Stay Informed

• National Cadet Competition.  Results from the
  2005 NCC are available on our NCC
  page. Congratulations to all teams on
  an outstanding competition!  14 Jul 05
• Feedback on Leadership Tests.  If a cadet fails a
  leadership achievement test, units are asked to
  let the cadet know which sections he or she
  missed, and pair them with a mentor, if
  necessary. For more information, read the memo
  sent to all testing officers. 1 Jun 05
• Civic Leadership Academy earns seal of approval -
  After evaluating its syllabus, the National
  Association of Secondary School Principals has
  granted a seal of approval to CAP's Civic
  Leadership Academy.  22 Apr 05
• CAPT 61 / Testing Officer's Quick Reference - HQ
  CAP issued a change to CAPT 61, "Aerospace
  Dimensions Achievement Tests."  All units will
  automatically receive an errata memo announcing
  the change in February, via the all-unit
  mail-out.  The change affects only 2 questions on
  the module 1 test.  When the testing officer
  posts this change, they are encouraged to check
  the unit's test inventory to ensure it is up to
  date, using the Testing Officer's Quick
  Reference.  7 Feb 05
• EAA AeroScholars -  Our aerospace education team
  has developed a great partnership with EAA's
  Young Eagles AeroScholars program that they want
  to share with everyone. Aeroscholars provide high
  school youth with true on-line distance learning
  through an in-depth study of aerospace. Students
  enrolled as EAA Aeroscholars will also receive a
  one-year EAA student membership and the monthly
  EAA publication, Sport Aviation, for the duration
  of their coursework. A complete overview of this
  course may be viewed at the www.aeroscholars.com
  website (you will leave the CAP.gov domain if you
  click this link), which includes an interactive
  sample lesson. Registration for the spring 2005
  semester will be accepted through January 30,
  2005. Read more.   11 Jan 05

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Stay InformedCP Related Publications
NUMBER PUBLICATION TITLE
CAPP 52-5 The Congressional Award
CAPP 52-6 Mentoring
CAPP 52-7 Cadet Orientation Flight Syllabus
CAPP 52-8 Unit Honor Guard Program
CAPP 52-9 Cadet Orienation Course (3 vols)
CAPR 52-10 Cadet Protection Policy
CAPP 52-11 Sally Ride Science Festival
CAPP 52-12 Required Staff Training (2 vols)
CAPP 52-13 Spaatz Award Exam - Admin Guide
CAPP 52-14 Staff Duty Analysis
CAPR 52-16 Cadet Program Management
CAPP 52-18 Cadet Physical Fitness Program
CAPP 52-19 Cadet Advisory Council Guide
CAPP 216 CP Specialty Track Study Guide
CADET TEXTBOOKS - Available through CAPmart.
Leadership 2000 and Beyond
Aerospace Dimensions 
---  Student Guide
---  Leader Guide
Aerospace The Journey of Flight
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Stay InformedTesting Officers Quick Reference
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Tools for Cadets and Leaders!Cadet Programs
Officer Specialty Track Study Guide.
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Cadet Uniform Program

• The Cadet Uniform Program (formally called the
  "Free Cadet Uniform Program") provides an
  opportunity for new cadets to receive a basic
  blue uniform (shirt, pants or skirt,
  belt, buckle, and hat) at no cost to them. New
  cadets simply need to complete the voucher
  attached to their Application for Cadet
  Membership (CAPF 15), and mail their membership
  application/voucher to the address indicated on
  the application form.
• Sizing Charts are available online!
• Shoes are not provided as part of the program.
  Cadets are responsible for purchasing shoes
  and the CAP accessories (name tag, ribbons, grade
  insignia, hat device, etc.) - CAPMart (You will
  leave the CAP.gov domain if you click this link)
  would be happy to assist you at 800.633.8768 or
  on the web at www.capmart.org (You will leave the
  CAP.gov domain if you click this link).
• Please help! Last fiscal year, CAP returned
  nearly 1,500 vouchers because the vouchers were
  incomplete (missing names, addresses, sizes,
  etc.) or illegible. Please ensure that the
  vouchers are complete and legible for our Air
  Force partners to fulfill your orders!
• The Air Force is paying hundreds of thousands of
  dollars for this program! This is a limited
  program - meaning that there may not be enough
  funds to provide every cadet with a uniform and
  the program will end when the funds run out.
  For FY 05, 519,494 was spent to give 9,091
  cadets a basic uniform. The budget for FY 06 is
  580,000, with 42,866 spent in October. Bookmark
  this site to stay updated on the latest
  developments!

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Character Development

• Civil Air Patrol encourages youth to live the
  timeless Core Values of Integrity, Volunteer
  Service, Excellence, and Respect. CAP develops
  character in its cadets through formal values
  education and informal mentoring as ethical
  dilemmas arise in cadets' lives.CAPP 265-2
  "FLIGHT TIME Values for Living" July
  2004OVERVIEW. This pamphlet provides lesson
  plans and student handouts for use with the moral
  leadership or character development element of
  the CAP Cadet Program, which is defined in CAPR
  52-16, Cadet Program Management. It supersedes
  CAPP 265-2, dated August 2002. NEW FEATURES. 
  Some of the features new to this edition
  include--  Discussion questions designed
  specifically for younger, middle, and older youth
  that achieve an appropriate level of learning for
  each age group--  Case studies that help
  dramatize ethical concepts and dilemmas-- 
  Lesson plans that are more structured and
  comprehensive--  An annotated lesson plan that
  illustrates how-to conduct the lessons--  A
  formative lesson to introduce new cadets to the
  CAP Core Values and the character development
  program in general--  An attractive, easy to
  follow layout that separates the instructors
  lesson plans from the students handouts.

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CrossTalk

• An Exchange of Best Practices Related to the
  Cadet Program
• CrossTalk is a "best practices" feature appearing
  periodically in the Cadet Programs Today
  newsletters. HQ CAP Cadet Programs uses the
  CrossTalk column and this web page to share the
  "best practices" of our members. 
• To view some of these resources, you will need
  the free Adobe Acrobat Reader (you will leave
  the CAP.gov domain if you click this link) or the
  free Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer (you will leave
  the CAP.gov domain if you click this link).
• Check out all of the Cadet Programs "Benchmark
  Candidates" from various Wing Compliance
  Inspections

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Cadet Drill Ceremonies
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Tools for Cadets and Leaders!Multimedia
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Tools for Cadets and Leaders!Lesson Plans
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Tools for Cadets and Leaders!Myths Legends

• Have you ever played the secret game? The
  first person whispers a secret to the second
  person, who then whispers it to the next, and so
  on. By the time the secret reaches the tenth
  person, the story has changed completely.
• Cadets and seniors receive much of their CAP
  training by watching and listening. Its easy to
  see how rules and regulations can get twisted
  just like a story in the secret game.
•                 CAC
• Myth The CAC's job is to plan social events for
  cadets, organize cadet training at the wing
  level, and command wing level cadet activities.
• Truth The CAC is the Cadet Advisory Council.
  Their primary mission is to aid the echelon
  commander in monitoring and implementing the
  Cadet Program, and make recommendations to
  improve it. CACs exist at the wing, region, and
  national level, and in some groups. CACs have no
  command authority and may not dictate policy
  (Ref CAPR 52-16, 3-1).

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Tools for Cadets and Leaders!Training Resources

• Encampment Training Module
• Leadership skills are critical for an encampment
  to be successful.  Staff members - cadets and
  seniors - especially need training on topics such
  as leadership theory, group conflict, teamwork,
  and drill and ceremonies.  The optional resources
  below, which were developed by the USAF Air
  Command Staff College, are building blocks in
  HQ CAP's on-going efforts to develop a standard
  encampment curriculum.  Consider using them to
  help train encampment staff.
• Cadet Orientation Course CAPP 52-9
• New and prospective cadets need to know what the
  Cadet Program is all about if they are to be
  successful in CAP.  This optional course provides
  a synopsis of CAP's history, missions, the duties
  and privileges of cadet membership, and a basic
  overview of the Cadet Program.   Reference CAPR
  52-16, 2-2a.
• RST CAPP 52-12
• The Cadet Program flourishes only in the proper
  leadership environment.  RST helps leaders reduce
  the risk of hazing, harassment, and humiliation
  at their activity.  It provides examples and
  non-examples of hazing and illustrates how to
  create an effective and positive training
  atmosphere.  Staff members, cadets and seniors
  alike, must complete RST each time they
  participate at a cadet activity lasting four
  nights in duration or longer.  See CAPR 52-16,
  paragraph 1-4d, for full details.
• Training Leaders of Cadets (New Curriculum!)
• If you want to understand the mission of the
  Cadet Program and how it should be conducted, TLC
  is your single best source. TLC is one of the
  requirements to earn the Cadet Programs badge,
  senior rating.  
• Seminars for Home Units

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Tools for Cadets and Leaders!Important Links for
Cadets

• Ribbon Checker 
• http//www.bobbythomas.net/CAPcode/CAPRibbons.htm
• CAPBoard.com
• CadetStuff.org

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Cadet ActivitiesCadet Advisory Council

• Cadet Advisory Councils have three main purposes
  
• 1. To provide an organization where cadets gain
  leadership experience at higher organizational
  levels 2. Aid the commanders in monitoring and
  implementing the Cadet Program 3. Make
  recommendations for improving and running the
  Cadet Program.
• Resources
• CAPP 52-19 "Cadet Advisory Council Guide."  CACs
  and their leaders may use this guide as a resouce
  to conducting CAC business. The National Cadet
  Advisory Council developed much of the guide's
  content. Several wing and region councils
  contributed to the project through field tests.
         "CAC Guide" Contents Include Role of an
  Advisory Body Measures of Success
  Communication Teamwork Roles
  Responsibilities Setting the Agenda
  Conducting Meetings Recording Proceedings
  Suggested Topics Writing Presenting
  Recommendations Guidance for Senior Advisors
  Commanders
• National Cadet Advisory Council Constitution
  Bylaws.   The NCAC Constitution and Bylaws govern
  NCAC meetings only. They do not necessarily
  govern Cadet Advisory Councils at lower echelons,
  although CACs are welcome to use them as a
  resource.
• Cadet Program Management  (CAPR 52-16 April
  2003)Chapter 3 of this regulation governs the
  NCAC and all Cadet Advisory Councils.

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Cadet ActivitiesDrug Demand Reduction

• The Drug Demand Reduction Program is chartered
  with the responsibility to make CAP an
  environment that promotes and supports education,
  community involvement, social responsibility and
  respect for individuals. The DDR Program began
  in 1994 to support the "Air Force Family" within
  30 miles of an Air Force installation. Since
  that time, the program scope has expanded to
  include the entire CAP organization with a
  special emphasis on the Cadet Program. The
  program has evolved into three areas
• Education and Training
• CAP School Program
• Community Outreach Activities

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Cadet ActivitiesEncampment
24 June 2 July 2006 We are looking for staff !
Top 3 Cadet 31 December 2005 8 January Review
Board Cadet Staff 28 February 2005 25 March
Review Board Training Weekend 26 28
May Basics 31 May
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Cadet ActivitiesIACE Hosting

• The International Cadet Exchange (IACE)
• provides selected youth and adults an opportunity
  to serve as "ambassadors" to participating
  countries and promote international goodwill,
  friendship and understanding.
• 15 July 2 August

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Cadet ActivitiesRegion Cadet Leadership School

• These academies make use of local resources to
  broaden leadership skills in cadet officers and
  NCOs. 
• 25-30 June Seymour Johnson AFB NC
• The Tri-Wing Encampment is another opportunity to
  participate and get credit for a RCLS (Run at the
  same time, longer/cheaper instruction
• Remember RCLS is still needed for cadet
  advancement!

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Cadet ActivitiesModel Rocketry

• Civil Air Patrol's Model Rocketry program is an
  achievement program for cadets interested in the
  science, technology, and flight of model
  rockets.The guide (available online) builds on
  the foundation of Aerospace Dimensions, Module 4
  "Rockets," to introduce cadets to the hobby and
  science of model rocketry. The guide begins
  with simple alternative-power models and
  progressively challenges cadets with more
  advanced models.  Cadets who complete the
  written and performance requirements for each of
  the three stages described in this text, as
  certified by their unit commander, will be
  awarded the Cadet Model Rocketry Badge. 

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Cadet ActivitiesNational Cadet Competition

• Drill Team and Color Guard
• Color Guard competition is tentatively scheduled
  for 18 February 2006 at the 5th Regiment Armory
• Drill Team - practices UNDERWAY!!
• Region Competition (Color Guard and Drill Team)
• 1-2 April 2006

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Cadet ActivitiesNational Cadet Special Activities

• National Cadet Special Activities offer cadets
  outstanding opportunities to spend a week or more
  exploring aerospace careers, developing
  leadership skills, and furthering their love of
  aviation. Over 30 activities will be offered
  across the nation for the summer of 2006.
• How to ApplyFollow the application instructions
  to apply for NCSAs. Applications for most NCSAs
  are accepted from 1 November through 31 December
  2005. 
• AF Air Education Training Command
• Aircraft Maintenance Mfg. Course 
• Cadet Officer School
• Advanced Technologies Academy
• AF Pararescue Orientation
• Basic Airline Careers Exploration New for 2006!
• Civic Leadership Academy  Aerospace Education
  Academy
• AF Space Command Familiarization Course
• National Blue Beret
• Hawk Mountain Search Rescue School
• Engineering Technologies Academy
• AF Weather Agency Course
• Basic National Flight Academy / Powered
• Honor Guard Academy
• AF Weather Agency Course / Advanced
• National Flight Academy / Glider

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Cadet ActivitiesOrientation Flights

• The Cadet Orientation Flight (COF) program is
  designed to introduce our youth, under 18 years
  old, to general aviation through hands-on
  orientation flights in single engine aircraft and
  gliders.
• Complete details about the COF program are found
  in CAPP 52-7, Cadet Orientation Flight Syllabus.
• The CAPC 77, Certificate of First Flight, which
  is attached to CAPP 52-7, is available as a full
  color certificate. You would request this
  certificate the same way you request other CAP
  forms or certificates - with a CAPF 8,
  Requisition for Publications and Blank Forms
  (send the CAPF 8 to the address listed on the
  form).
• All COFs are reimbursed at the rates published in
  CAPR 173-3, Payment for Civil Air Patrol Support.

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Cadet ActivitiesScholarships

• FREE MONEY FOR SCHOOL AND FLYING-  It doesn't get
  any simpler than that!  Each year, Civil Air
  Patrol provides academic and flight scholarships
  to deserving cadets and seniors who meet
  eligibility requirements. Over 300,000.00 is
  available. Many of the scholarships go unused
  apply today!New last year, members may track
  their applications status on-line Applications
  will still be submitted via U.S. Mail, as that
  remains the best way to send test scores, letters
  of reference, etc.  Some of the benefits of the
  new on-line system include
• User-Friendly.  Members may check their
  applications status to see when it was received
  and note whether it is complete or incomplete.
• Manager-Friendly. Unit commanders and Directors
  of Cadet Programs at every level may monitor
  applications from members  in their units.
• Saves Money.   By reducing the need to correspond
  with applicants via U.S. Mail, CAP saves money
  and provides better service, especially to
  members who change their mailing address.
• Basic Eligibility CriteriaThe following
  criteria applies to all scholarships, unless
  noted otherwise in the various scholarship
  announcements found on the scholarship
  webpage's1.  Be a current CAP member2.  Have
  earned the Billy Mitchell Award or attained the
  Senior Rating in the Cadet Programs Officer
  Specialty Track3.  Possess and maintain an
  academic and discipline standard acceptable to
  the school4.  Be enrolled in a full-time course
  of study during the academic year for which the
  scholarship is awarded.
• College Scholarships   CAP Academic Scholarships
  New Texas AM University Corps of Cadets
  Auburn University Engineering   Spartan School
  of Aeronautics    Dowling College of Aviation 
    Embry-Riddle University    Clara Livingston
  Flying Scholarships  Order of Daedalians  
  The Spaatz Association    CAP General
  AviationUnited States Air Force Academy
  Preparatory School
• Last years deadline was 31 January 2004

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Cadet ActivitiesMaryland Specific Events
Cadet Solo School Aerospace Academy (Formerly
the Glider Academy) Cadet Competition
Team Tri-Wing Encampment Honor Guard IACE
Hosting MD ANG Shadow Program MD ANG Cook Teams
Speak Off (Wing 5 March 2005 and Region _at_ MER
Conference)
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AwardsMilestone Awards

• Wright Brothers Award
• Billy Mitchell Award
• Amelia Earhart Award
• Ira C. Eaker Award
• Carl A. Spaatz Award

Milestone Award Cadets the U.S. MilitaryUS Air
Force Benefits.   Cadets who earn the Billy
Mitchell Award may qualify to enter the Air Force
at an advanced pay grade upon enlistment (see AFI
36-2002, Attachment 4, paragraph 1.5.5.). 
Mitchell cadets who enroll in AFROTC may also
receive credit for the CAP experience (see AFOTSI
36-2011, paragraph 2.5.6).  US Army Benefits. 
Cadets who earn the Billy Mitchell Award may
qualify to enter the Army at an advanced pay
grade.  See AR 601-210, paragraph 2-20J for
details.
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AwardsCadet Programs Specialty Badge

• As approved by the National Board, the Cadet
  Programs specialty badge recognizes senior member
  volunteer service in the Cadet Program.  The
  badge may be worn by senior members who have
  attained a technician rating in the Cadet
  Programs specialty track. Its design is modeled
  on the cadet officer service cap device.
• There are three variations of the Cadet Programs
  specialty badge
• Blue Star   The basic badge is equipped with a
  blue star and denotes attainment of the
  technician rating.
• Bronze Star  When affixed with a bronze star,
  the badge denotes attainment of the senior
  rating.
• Silver Star  When affixed with a silver star,
  the badge denotes attainment of the master
  rating.
• Request the badge using  CAPF 2a.  (Procedures
  may vary depending on the wing.) 
• The badge is available at CAP-Mart, catalog
  number 0761.
• For details on what is required to attain each
  rating in the Cadet Programs specialty track, see
  CAPP 216.

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AwardsAnnual Cadet Program Awards

• Cadet Officer of the Year
• Cadet Junior Officer of the Year
• Cadet NCO of the Year
• Cadet Programs Advocate of the Year

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AwardsSquadron of Merit 2006

• Each year, wing commanders select one outstanding
  cadet or composite squadron from the wing to be
  the Squadron of Merit (SOM) for the year.
• The criteria for this award is detailed in Award
  of CAP Medals, Ribbons, and Certificates, CAPR
  39-3, paragraphs 27 28, which includes     a.
  A minimum of 12 cadets on 1 January 2005     b.
  An active cadet recruiting and retention
  program     c. Number of cadet milestone awards
  (Mitchell, Earhart, Eaker and Spaatz)     d.
  Number of cadet first-time encampment
  attendees     e. Participation in the
  orientation flight program     f. Percentage of
  cadets flying the back seat (code 99)
  orientation flights.
• The selected squadron will be the "Squadron of
  Merit 2006" winner and will receive a Squadron of
  Merit 2006 certificate and streamer. Data used to
  help determine the award winner will be based
  upon calendar year 2005 data.

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AwardsSquadron of Distinction 2006

• Each year, Region Commanders select one
  outstanding cadet or composite squadron from
  the region to be the Squadron of Distinction
  (SOD) for the year.
• The criteria for this award is detailed in Award
  of CAP Medals, Ribbons, and Certificates, CAPR
  39-3, paragraphs 27 28, which includes     a.
  A minimum of 12 cadets on 1 January 2005
•      b. An active cadet recruiting and retention
  program     c. Number of cadet milestone awards
  (Mitchell, Earhart, Eaker and Spaatz)     d.
  Number of cadet first-time encampment
  attendees     e. Participation in the
  orientation flight program     f. Percentage of
  cadets flying the back seat (code 99)
  orientation flights.
• The selected squadron will be the "Squadron
  of Distinction 2006" winner and will receive a
  Squadron of Distinction 2006 certificate and
  streamer. Data used to help determine the award
  winner will be based upon calendar year 2005 data.

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AwardsPhysical Fitness Awards

• National headquarters will recognize squadrons
  that make physical fitness a cornerstone of their
  Cadet Program. The Squadron Physical Fitness
  Award is a voluntary program open to every cadet
  unit twice per year.  For more details about the
  awards and the Cadet Physical Fitness Test
  (CPFT), see CAPP 52-18.
• In May and/or November, simply administer the
  CPFT. If 70 of the cadets in your squadron can
  perform at the 50th percentile of the PCPFS
  survey (or higher) for their age and gender, 
  your unit qualifies for the award. 
• The requirements of the gold, silver, and bronze
  awards are shown below. The award program itself
  is simple, but fulfilling the standards will be a
  challenge.
• Award Level            Requirements               
           AwardGold Award             70 at 70th
  percentile           TrophySilver Award         
    70 at 60th percentile           Certificate
  Bronze Award          70 at 50th
  percentile           Certificate
• Test Periods.
• In May and/or November, conduct the CPFT as you
  normally would. 
• Award Requirements.  
• At least 70 of the total cadet membership must
  meet or surpass the award standards to earn an
  award at any level. Total membership means the
  number of cadets who are official CAP members on
  the first day of May or November, according to
  the HQ CAP database. For example, for a squadron
  with 30 cadets on the membership rolls, 21 (70)
  must meet the award standards.  If only 25 cadets
  happen to test, 21 still need to pass.
• Standards. 
• How do you know what the 50th, 60th, or 70th
  percentiles standards are?  Simply refer to CAPP
  52-18, Attachment 3. The requirements for the
  Mitchell Award correspond to the 50th percentile,
  the Earhart Award corresponds to the 60th
  percentile, and the Eaker Award corresponds to
  the 70th percentile.  Remember that a cadets CAP
  grade is irrelevant as far as the Squadron
  Physical Fitness Award is concerned. 
• How to Request the Award.
• To apply for the Squadron Physical Fitness Award,
  send the following information via email or via
  US Mail to
• Squadron Fitness AwardHQ CAP/LMPD105 S Hansell
  St    Maxwell AFB AL  36112-6332
• Please include the following
• 1.  Unit name and charter number2.  Name and
  phone/email address of senior member project
  officer3.  Roster of cadets and their percentile
  score on the CPFT   (ie 50th, 60th, 70th)4. 
  Date of test5.  Level of award you are
  requesting (ie Gold, Silver, Bronze)
•  Application Timeframe.
• Spring - Test any day in May         Request
  award by 15 JuneFall - Test any day in
  November     Request award by 15 December

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AwardsSpecial Awards for Cadets

• AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION AWARD TO OUTSTANDING CAP
  CADETS
• AF SERGEANTS' ASSOCIATION AWARD TO CAP CADET NCOs
  OF THE YEAR
• VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (NCO OFFICER)
• THE CONGRESSIONAL AWARD
• WHO'S WHO AMONG AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
• CAP COMMUNITY SERVICE RIBBON
• PRESIDENT'S COUNCIL ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND
  SPORTS

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• cp_at_mdcap.org
• Thank you for your service
• to the cadet program!

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Questions and Answers

• The Cadet Oath" I pledge to serve faithfully in
  the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program and that I
  will attend meetings regularly, participate
  actively in unit activities, obey my officers,
  wear my uniform properly, and advance my
  education and training rapidly to prepare myself
  to be of service to my community, state, and
  nation."