1. CIVIL AIR PATROL CADET PROGRAMS PARENTS’ INTRODUCTION

2. Introduction Video

3. Program Elements Leadership Aerospace Fitness CharacterActivities

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

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, email, 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.”