The New York National Guard Corps of Cadets provides children from all walks of life an opportunity to remain drug-free by their involvement in this free, structured program. We encourage self confidence, teamwork, and self esteem. Discipline and hard work are instilled through the use of military drill and ceremony. Cadet units take part in community parades and other community events.
Cadets enjoy educational and recreational field trips.
Cadets are required to stay in school. Cadets are provided uniforms at no cost. All Cadet Corps meet once weekly at the Guard facility for a 3-hour drill period. Cadre leaders come from various backgrounds and have a wide variety of military training which each can draw upon to teach Cadets goal-setting, team building, coping techniques, physical fitness, and other life skills. Each unit has a Parent's Association to act as a liason between the community and the unit.