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1 SQUADRON LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Seminar 3.1 Squadrons: The Heart of CAP

2 AF Bases CAP Units Hometowns Across America

3 Objectives Defend the idea that the squadron is the “heart” of CAP. Explain how the squadron fits within CAP’s overall organizational structure Describe the role of the following, as they relate to the squadron: Wing Headquarters National Headquarters CAP-USAF Describe stories of successful squadron programs

4 The Three Main Types of Squadrons Cadet Minimum 3 seniors Minimum 15 total members Composite Minimum 3 seniors Minimum 15 total members 2 deputy commanders Senior Minimum 15 members Advantages: Focus on cadet mission Smaller staff needed Advantages: Focus on all missions Something for everyone Advantages: Focus on ES or AE Smaller staff needed

5 Organizational Structure What does CAP’s overall organizational structure look like? Which echelons go where? How are they connected?

6 Board of Governors CAP National Headquarters National Commander CSAG/Command Council* Headquarters, Air Education and Training Command Headquarters, Air University Headquarters, CAP-USAF Region Liaison Offices CAP Regions CAP Wings CAP Groups CAP Squadrons Secretary of the Air Force AFAB Squadrons: Last But Not Least * Advisory bodies to the National Commander

7 The Squadron / Wing Partnership Participation in training activities Maintain mission readiness Support wing goals Meet regulatory & accountability requirements Develop a good reputation for CAP within the community Provide training & lend squadrons staff expertise Coordinate state-wide programs & manage key assets Host special activities and events Process financial & admin actions in a timely manner Represent squadron interests to senior leaders How Squadrons Help the Wing How the Wing Helps Squadrons

8 The Squadron / NHQ Partnership Perform the missions of CAP Recruit & retain members Quick processing of awards, paperwork Friendly customer service & staff expertise Manage CAP-wide programs and publications Represent members’ interests to the Air Force, the Congress, and other organizations How Squadrons Help NHQ How NHQ Helps Squadrons

9 The Squadron / CAP-USAF Partnership Perform the missions of CAP Recruit & retain members Represent the Air Force in hundreds of communities across America Program leadership & oversight Reserve Assistance Program (CAP-RAP) Expertise Liaison with local military units & federal agencies Connect us to AF & DoD headquarters Other Possibilities: Partner with local Air Force or Air National Guard units. Partner with local Air Force recruiters How Squadrons Help the Air Force How the CAP-USAF Helps Squadrons

10 Success Stories How has your squadron been successful? Why was your team able to succeed in that area?

11 Final Thought CAP could function without a National Hq CAP could function without regions CAP could function without wings CAP could function without groups But CAP could not succeed without squadrons because that is where CAP accomplishes its mission!


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