1. CIVIL AIR PATROL CADET PROGRAMS PARENTS’ INTRODUCTION

2. Introduction
Video
See capchannel.com for a selection of cadet-related videos.

3. Program Elements
Leadership Aerospace Fitness
Character Activities

4. Adult Supervision Fingerprinting & FBI screening
CAP avoids 1-on-1 contact whenever possible
All activities are supervised by adults

5. Cadet Activities
Weekly squadron meetings Time, place Attendance policy
Weekend activities
Summer activities

6. Flying
Safety first
Licensed pilots
No cost to cadets

7. Advancement Cadets learn, study, test Earn promotions, ribbons, awards
Experienced cadets serve in leadership roles
Role of Cadet Great Start

8. Integrity Service Excellence Respect
Bright Futures
Integrity Service Excellence Respect
College scholarships
Service academies
ROTC
USAF E-3 benefit
Responsible citizens
Eric Boe
NASA Astronaut & Former Cadet
Nicole Malachowski
Air Force Thunderbird & Former Cadet

9. Membership Eligibility Annual dues Local dues Activity fees
Uniforms Cadet Uniform Program Other sources Obtaining insignia Grooming standards
Cadet Member Kit
Tax deductions

10. Partnering with Parents
Open, on-going communication Local websites, , newsletters Leaders’ contact information
If you have a concern, let us know
Adults are welcome to join CAP Cadet Sponsor Members CAP Officers
Parents’ Committee
Parents’ Home Page: cap.gov/parents

11. Final Thought
“I never knew how much I could accomplish until I joined CAP.”