# The NNCS Cadet Guide

# Effective 2005.01.01

(Saturday, 01-Jan-2005)

The purpose of this document is to inform cadets, prospective cadets and
supporting parents as to their responsibilities as participants in the
Newport News Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program. This document does not
replace nor re-interpret established CAP regulations. Additionally it
does not cover all applicable CAP regulations.

# Membership Procedures

Joining the Cadet Program of the Civil Air Patrol is an exciting and
rewarding experience. If you are considering joining the Newport News
Composite Squadron (composite means both cadets and seniors together)
and want to learn more about the Civil Air Patrol, you should attend the
next meeting for a period of one-on-one orientation.

Regular weekly meetings occur each Tuesday evening between 1830 and 2100
hours (6:30-9:00 p.m.) in the white building with red trim located at
904 Bland Blvd on the grounds of the Newport News-Williamsburg
International Airport.

To initially join the CAP as a cadet (male or female), the youth must
be:

-   At least 12 years of age and less than 19 years of age.

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-   Enrolled in or graduated from a private, public, *home school*, or
    college program with a satisfactory record of achievement.

-   If not yet 12 years of age, actively attending sixth grade in a
    school that has an active CAP Middle School Initiative program.

-   Single or *married and under age 18.*

-   Not a member of the active duty Armed Forces (Guard and Reserve are
    not considered active duty military).

-   A US citizen, or alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or,
    any lawfully admitted non-citizen residing in the US specifically
    approved by CAP NHQ.

-   Of good moral character.

-   If a former CAP member, not terminated for misconduct.

-   Be accepted by the unit and higher headquarters.

# Local NNCS Policy requires: 

-   The prospective cadet and parents shall receive counseling from the
    Deputy Commander of Cadets so as to help make reasonably sure the
    CAP Cadet Program is the right kind of program for them.

-   The youth shall attend *three consecutive meetings* before receiving
    an application to join the CAP cadet program. The reason for this is
    to help the cadet and parent understand what is required of them and
    the number of hours of time they must devote to the cadet program
    and their personal development. This includes (per week):

    -   Preparation/restoration concerning uniform care, (0.5 hour).

    -   Travel to/from the squadron (0.5 hour average).

    -   Attendance at weekly meetings (2.5 hours).

    -   Personal Study in Aerospace and Leadership topics (1 hour).

> Note - Activities of *regular CAP meetings add up to a minimum of 4.5
> hours per week.* Additional CAP activities require more time. Young
> people and their parents need to determine if other important
> requirements such as school grades or activities such as sports,
> church, scouts, explorers, Key Club, etc., or other affiliations will
> cause significant interference with regular attendance and
> participation in CAP meetings and activities. If so, it is strongly
> suggested that the youth either rearrange activities external to the
> Civil Air Patrol or not join CAP, or perhaps join CAP at another time
> when these significant conflicts of schedule are greatly reduced.

-   Cadets who fail to attend regularly (without justification to the
    deputy commander of cadets as to why) can and will be to be
    transferred out of the program internally by regulation.

-   Cadets who are away attending college are exempted from this
    attendance requirement. However, it is suggested that they transfer
    their membership to a squadron local to their college and continue
    participating when possible.

Prospective cadets and their parents must additionally understand:

-   That although the basic dress blues uniform is provided by the USAF,
    completion of the basic dress blues uniform (shoes and insignia)
    costs the cadet about \$75. Some items (except insignia) can be
    issued from the squadron inventory if available, though this is not
    guaranteed.

-   That the basic BDU (Battle Dress Uniform) and CAP insignia costs the
    cadet about \$125. Some items (except insignia) can be issued from
    the squadron inventory if available, though this is not guaranteed.

-   Recognition that arranging for transportation to and from CAP
    meetings and activities (other than field trips in the CAP van) is
    the responsibility of the cadet and their parent.

-   Understanding the initial fee for a cadet to join the VA Wing of the
    Civil Air Patrol in the Virginia Wing is \$28. This covers the cost
    of books and materials that the cadet keeps permanently. Renewal is
    also \$28/year during FY 2005.

-   Understanding that if the cadet is removed from the CAP program
    within the first year of joining, the cadet is required to return
    all CAP issued uniform items.

The youth will frequently review revisions of this document for policy
updates.

Specific regulations concerning CAP cadet membership are contained in
the [*Civil Air Patrol Membership Manual
39-2.*](http://level2.cap.gov/index.cfm?nodeID=5285)

# Visitor Policy:

Ineligible family siblings are not permitted to attend meetings on a
regular basis or roam the NNCS facility. If present as short-term
visitors, they must stay with the attending parent at all times. The CAP
Cadet Program is for eligible young people only. Liability is not
extended in any way to non-CAP members.

# CAP Goals:

The Civil Air Patrol has three main goals/missions that are not mutually
exclusive. They are (1) The Cadet Program, (2) Emergency Services, and
(3) Aerospace Education.

# The CAP Cadet Oath:

Eligible young people who join the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program are
expected to memorize, recite, and abide by 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.*

This means as a policy:

(1) **Cadets will attend meetings regularly**. This means regular,
    weekly parental support to arrange for travel of cadets to and from
    meetings. Temporary travel arrangements can be made in most cases,
    but these are to be only temporary arrangements.

(2) **Cadets will participate actively in unit activities.** This means
    that the cadet will participate without significant complaint or
    hindrance in whatever activity is in progress.

(3) **Cadets will obey their Officers.** Cadets will follow the lead of
    their officers. Otherwise, do not join the Civil Air Patrol Cadet
    Program. The Deputy Commander of Cadets is responsible for
    overseeing the decisions of the cadet leadership. Additionally,
    cadets are supervised at all times by a responsible CAP member adult
    who has passed a criminal records check done by the FBI.

(4) **Cadets will wear the CAP uniform properly.** This means regular
    parental support to make sure that uniform items are purchased,
    complete, and receive regular weekly support to clean and make sure
    the uniforms receive proper care. The Deputy Commander of Cadets
    will assist cadets/parents in identifying and locating correct
    uniform items for purchase.

(5) **Cadets are expected to conduct self-study of CAP training
    materials to pass Leadership, Emergency Services, and Aerospace
    Examinations.** The Civil Air Patrol is about pride, education and
    public service. Any other motivation for joining the CAP will result
    in disappointment and failure.

# Communications:

NNCS Cadets are expected to read their mail regularly. If email is not
available, then the cadet's telephone number will be used for
communication. The cadet activities are published weekly on the cadet
web page. Cadets are expected to review this document weekly and share
critical information with parents.

# 

# Uniforms:

The following items compose the new cadet package of insignia and
patches. The costs here are approximate, these usually increase with
time.

+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| **Qu     | **Item**                               | **M   | **F     |
| antity** |                                        | ale** | emale** |
|          |                                        |       |         |
|          |                                        | **(Co | **(     |
|          |                                        | st)** | Cost)** |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1 (set   | Blue Name Tape (BDU, above right       | 3.00  | 3.00    |
| of 2)    | pocket, bottom edge even with top of   |       |         |
|          | the pocket flap, trim to same width as |       |         |
|          | the pocket flap).                      |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | CAP Tape (BDU, above left pocket,      | 1.25  | 1.25    |
|          | bottom edge even with top of the       |       |         |
|          | pocket flap, trim to same width as the |       |         |
|          | pocket flap).                          |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | CAP Name Plate (Blues, above right     | 2.75  | 2.75    |
|          | pocket bottom edge even with the top   |       |         |
|          | of the pocket flap).                   |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | Blues Hat Device (1.5 inches aft of    | 5.50  | 5.50    |
|          | cover front, evenly spaced top to      |       |         |
|          | bottom).                               |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | Blues (female overblouse tab).         | \-\-  | 6.75    |
|          |                                        | \-\-- |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | Blues (male tie).                      | 3.00  | \-      |
|          |                                        |       | \-\-\-- |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | BDU Belt (non-reflective).             | 2.75  | 2.75    |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 3        | VA Wing patches (left shoulder,        | 4.95  | 4.95    |
|          | centered on, and 1/2" down from top    |       |         |
|          | shoulder seam, Blues, Coat, & BDU.     |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1 (set   | BDU (brown crew neck tee-shirts) (S,   | 9.50  | 9.50    |
| of 3)    | M, L, XL)                              |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 1        | NNCS squadron patch (BDU, center right | 1.00  | 1.00    |
|          | pocket).                               |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| 2        | CAP (cutouts, metal, BDU and Blues     | 7.24  | 7.24    |
|          | each lapel, oriented perpendicular to  |       |         |
|          | the front edge of the collar, 1 inch   |       |         |
|          | aft of the front of the collar).       |       |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+
| *        |                                        | *     | **\$    |
| *Total** |                                        | *\$40 | 44.69** |
|          |                                        | .94** |         |
+----------+----------------------------------------+-------+---------+

BDU's and boots may be available from the squadron inventory. If not,
these may be purchased at either the Ft. Eustis or LAFB Military
Clothing Sales stores.

The BDU cap (about \$10) and Dress Blues shoes (about \$45) are not
supplied by the CAP cadet program. These items are such a custom fit it
is recommended that you visit the Military Clothing Sales stores to find
properly fitting items. Additionally, BDU's come in both a summer and
winter grade cloth. Find a BDU cap with the same cloth texture (summer
or winter).

You may sew the patches yourself if you understand how to locate them
properly on the uniform. If you wish, the following person will sew
these for \$1 per patch (you deliver).

Joy Ely

104 Brook Ln. (located off of Showalter, near Hardwoods Mill Reservoir).

Yorktown, VA,

757.874.9012

# CAP Internet Resources:

The Newport News Composite Squadron Cadet Page is located at:

# <http://www.vawg.cap.gov/newportnews/cadets>

# Cadet Program Supervision Points of Contact:

# Effective 01-Jan-05:

+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| #                                | #                                 |
|                                  |                                   |
| #                                | # *Cadet Programs Officer*        |
| *The Deputy Commander of Cadets* |                                   |
|                                  | ***(a senior member who oversees  |
| # *(a senior member who o        | the Moral Leadership and Cadet    |
| versees the NNCS Cadet Program)* | Physical Training program)***     |
|                                  |                                   |
| James E. (Jim) Byrd, 1Lt         | James L. Sturdy, 1Lt              |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.874.3104 (home)              | 757.988.9848 (home)               |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.864.5961 (ofc)               | 757.224.4151 (ofc)                |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.717.3677 (cell)              | [**j.l.sturdy@larc.nasa.gov**]    |
|                                  | (mailto:j.l.sturdy@larc.nasa.gov) |
| [**j.e.byrd@larc.nasa.gov**      |                                   |
| ](mailto:j.e.byrd@larc.nasa.gov) |                                   |
+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| # *Asst. Cadet Programs Officer* |                                   |
|                                  |                                   |
| # *(a senior member who          |                                   |
|  facilitates the Cadet program)* |                                   |
|                                  |                                   |
| Cynthia E. Byrd, 2Lt             |                                   |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.874.3104 (home)              |                                   |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.864.5961 (ofc)               |                                   |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.717.3677 (cell)              |                                   |
|                                  |                                   |
| [**byrdce@juno.com**             |                                   |
| ](mailto:j.e.byrd@larc.nasa.gov) |                                   |
+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

#  

# Cadet Staff Points of Contact:

# Effective 01-Jan-05.

+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| ##                               | ##                                |
|                                  |                                   |
| ## The Cadet Commander           | ## The Deputy Cadet Commander     |
|                                  |                                   |
| ## & CAC Representative          | David Petkofsky, c/2Lt            |
|                                  |                                   |
| Ian Sturdy, C/1Lt                | 757.564.3440 (home)               |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.229.1354 (home)              | <dpet@cox.net>                    |
|                                  |                                   |
| <jstrudy@alum.mit.edu>           |                                   |
+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| ##                               | ## The Bravo Flight Commander     |
|                                  |                                   |
| ## The Alpha Flight Commander    | Anthony Taylor C/2Lt              |
|                                  |                                   |
| Jonathan Swartz, C/CMSgt         | 757.877.6872 (home)               |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.728.0407 (home)              | 757.719.7872 (cell)               |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.344.8537 (cell)              | <bazzboy12@cox.net>               |
|                                  |                                   |
| <generalschwartzkuaf@juno.com>   |                                   |
+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| ***The Alpha Flight Sergeant***  | ***The Bravo Flight Sergeant***   |
|                                  |                                   |
| Christine Arnott, C/A1C          | Joshua Wingfield, C/MSgt          |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.850.4480 (home)              | 757.888.8935 (home)               |
|                                  |                                   |
| 757.344.2067 (cell)              | 757.435.1179 (cell)               |
|                                  |                                   |
| <supercklane@hotmail.com>        | <jdw882000@yahoo.com>             |
+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| ***The Alpha Flight Guide***     | ## The Bravo Flight Guide         |
|                                  |                                   |
| (unassigned)                     | C/A1C Thomas Bullis               |
|                                  |                                   |
|                                  | 757.887.2815 (home)               |
|                                  |                                   |
|                                  | 757.813.1976 (cell)               |
|                                  |                                   |
|                                  | <spacecase19899@aol.com>          |
+----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+
| The Primary Cadet Advisory        | ***The Alternate Cadet Advisory   |
| Council Representative:           | Council Representative:***        |
|                                   |                                   |
| Ian Sturdy, C/1Lt                 | Joshua Wingfield, C/MSgt          |
|                                   |                                   |
| 757.229.1354 (home)               | 757.888.8935 (home)               |
|                                   |                                   |
| <jstrudy@alum.mit.edu>            | 757.435.1179 (cell)               |
|                                   |                                   |
|                                   | <jdw882000@yahoo.com>             |
+-----------------------------------+-----------------------------------+

# The Cadet Monthly Schedule

This schedule is flexible and always subject to change. See the Cadet
Weekly News for modifications.

+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| **1^st^ Tuesday -- BDU.**                                             |
|                                                                       |
| 1830-1845 Announcements / Signup / Activity Briefing.                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1845-1900 Inspection.                                                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1900-1940 Leadership / Policy Instruction.                            |
|                                                                       |
| 1940-2040 Non-officers: Aerospace Education.                          |
|                                                                       |
| Officers / Staff: Planning Workgroup.                                 |
|                                                                       |
| 2040-2055 Cleanup/Counseling/Documentation.                           |
|                                                                       |
| 2100 Dismiss.                                                         |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| **2^nd^ Tuesday -- BDU.**                                             |
|                                                                       |
| 1830-1845 Announcements / Signup / Activity Briefing.                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1845-1900 Safety Brief (composite squadron).                          |
|                                                                       |
| 1900-2000 Drill & Ceremonies.                                         |
|                                                                       |
| 2000-2040 Aerospace and Leadership Testing.                           |
|                                                                       |
| 2040-2055 Cleanup / Counseling / Documentation.                       |
|                                                                       |
| 2100 Dismiss.                                                         |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| **3^rd^ Tuesday -- PT Clothing.**                                     |
|                                                                       |
| 1830-1845 Announcements / Signup / Activity Briefing.                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1845-2000 Physical Training.                                          |
|                                                                       |
| 2000-2040 Emergency Services Training                                 |
|                                                                       |
| 2040-2055 Cleanup / Counseling / Documentation.                       |
|                                                                       |
| 2100 Dismiss.                                                         |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| **4^th^ Tuesday -- Dress Blues.**                                     |
|                                                                       |
| 1830-1845 Announcements / Signup / Activity Briefing.                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1845-1900 Inspection.                                                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1900-1940 Aerospace and LeadershipTesting.                            |
|                                                                       |
| 1940-2040 Moral Leadership Session.                                   |
|                                                                       |
| 2040-2055 Promotions.                                                 |
|                                                                       |
| 2100 Dismiss.                                                         |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
| **5^th^ Tuesday -- BDU.**                                             |
|                                                                       |
| 1830-1845 Announcements / Signup / Activity Briefing.                 |
|                                                                       |
| 1845-2040 Games & Refreshments.                                       |
|                                                                       |
| 2040-2055 Cleanup / Counseling / Documentation.                       |
|                                                                       |
| 2100 Dismiss.                                                         |
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+