Cadet Programs leaders,

On 5 Aug Lt Col Snell sent an email to all Group Commanders stating "In conjunction with the commanders call there will be a squadron cadet commanders call. Since all unit commanders are required to attend this meeting all cadet and composite unit commanders are to be directed to bring their squadron cadet commander with them. There will also be a meeting for all squadron and group cadet program officers. It is extremely important that we get the requested participation from all." The meeting will be at Ohio Wing HQ on 8 Sep from 1100-1400hrs (lunch will be provided) -- it will be a combined meeting for all cadet programs personnel. Below is an agenda of what will be discussed (discussion... not briefing...):

State of the Cadet Program
CAC & Cadet Working Group
Cadet Flight Training Program
CP Calendar Review
Encampment
Proposed Cadet Conference
Programs/Tools Under Development
DCP Transition
Open Discussion (topics: SDAs, Phase IV cadet involvement, Squadron/Flight/Group/Wing interaction, Cadet Staff assignments, others)
Cadet-only Forum (time permitting)
Teambuilding (time permitting)

I expect to be able to provide some read-ahead slides a couple days or so beforehand, so check the website for updates as the date gets closer.

Thanks!

ROBERT J. GOODREAU, Capt, CAP
Director of Cadet Programs, Ohio Wing

posted by Capt Rob Goodreau  7:51 PM

Ohio Wing Cadet Programs Officers:

Below is a flyer regarding a Training Leaders of Cadets (TLC) course offering in September.

As a reminder, OHWG will be holding a TLC course 22/23 Sep and 6/7 Oct. See previous posts for add'l info.

Note: TLC attendance is a requirement for the CP senior rating and directing/instructing is a requirement for the master rating.

2007TrainingLeadersofCadets.pdf

ROBERT J. GOODREAU, Capt, CAP
Director of Cadet Programs, Ohio Wing

posted by Capt Rob Goodreau  7:32 PM

Ohio Wing cadets,

CAP National Headquarters is now accepting applications from cadets wishing to attend the 2008 Civic Leadership Academy. It’s a tremendous opportunity for cadets to learn about the federal government and explore public service careers in Washington, DC.

Cadets have until 1 October to apply to National Headquarters, BUT keep in mind that it requires the Wing Commanders signature (in writing or via email) for approval to attend, SO applications must be received by the Wing Commander through the Group Commander by 24 September for review... Bottomline: Do not send the Wing Commander a form or an email at the last minute requesting approval, more than 1 month notice is being provided for a reason.

For application procedures, please see the attached flier or the CLA homepage, www.cap.gov/civics. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact me and I will do my best -- as always, wing cadet programs is standing by ready to help. Thanks!

CLAKickoff2008.pdf

ROBERT J. GOODREAU, Capt, CAP
Director of Cadet Programs, Ohio Wing

posted by Capt Rob Goodreau  9:27 PM

Below is a message from Cadet Captain Hardy, cadet project officer for the wing cadet competition... Please address questions/concerns/comments/etc... to him or Lt Dan Spinosi, project officer. Thank you.

Attention: OHWG Cadets and Officers!
Do you have a Color Guard or Drill Team? Have you ever saw one and wanted to look as professional as them? Ever wanted to compete against your fellow cadets from around the wing to see who will represent us at the Great Lakes Region cadet competition? Well here is your chance! On November 10 & 11, 2007 at Beightler Armory in Columbus, we will be hosting the FY 2008 OHWG Cadet Competition where cadets will be given the chance to see whose Drill Team and/or Color Guard will come out on top! Start training now and don't wait to reserve your spot in the competition...you can't be the best if you don't at least show up and try!

1st Lt Dan Spinosi, Project Officer, and I are putting together the program this year and we plan on it being the most successful year yet! They're working on the schedule, facilities, supplies, staff, and all other aspect of the competition to be sure that everyone has the best environment for the competition.

The Color Guard Competition consists of Inspection, Mile Run, Standard Drill, Written Examination, Panel Quiz, Indoor Practical Drill, and Outdoor Practical Drill. The Drill Team Competition consists of Inspection, Mile Run, Standard Drill, Written Examination, Panel Quiz, Innovative Drill, and Volleyball. All of the information you need for your team is attached to this email, please read through it carefully and know what you have to do for our competition, we want everyone ready to go at the start of the day! The winner of each the Drill Team and Color Guard competitions will go on to the Great Lakes Region Competition to represent OHWG and compete for GLR champs!

Team application are due one month prior to the competition date, 10 October, 2007. Good luck to all of you for preparation and competing in the 2008 FY OHWG Cadet Competition!

2007OHWGCadetCompetitionTeamPacket.doc

CadetCompetitionOpsOrders.doc

TeamApplication.doc

JOE HARDY, C/Capt, CAP
Cadet Project Officer
FY2008 OHWG Cadet Competition

posted by Capt Rob Goodreau  6:05 PM

Attached are the operations orders for the Training Leaders of Cadets and Drill Academy that will be held at Youngstown ARB on 22/23 Sept.

Operations Order - TLC Course - Sep07

Operations Order - Drill Academy - Sep07

Squadron commanders, please forward the Drill Academy information to your cadets, and TLC information to any officers interested in becoming more involved with Cadet Programs (TLC is required for a senior rating in the CP track). If you are interested in attending, please contact the Project Officer (see files above).

posted by Capt Chris Metzger  12:58 PM