CIVIL AIR PATROL (CAP)

United States Air Force (USAF) Auxiliary Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702 (GLR-OH-070)
269 Communications Combat Squadron, Bldg 109 Springfield ANG Base 706 Regula Avenue; Springfield OH 45502 CAP Squadron Meetings: Every Thursday, 1800 - 2000 (Arrive by 1745)
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Squadron Commander: 2d Lt Wendell D. Meade

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SQUADRON 702 NEWSLETTER

INSIDE THIS EDITION Page COMMANDERS CORNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 CAP EXCELLENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 CADET ACHIEVEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 WHATS BEEN GOING ON? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 CADET SPOTLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 MEET THE STAFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 WHATS COMING UP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 CAP CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
For questions or comments, or to provide input, contact 2d Lt Marsha Loges, [email protected] .

OCT - DEC 2011 EDITION

COMMANDERS CORNER
Squadron Commander, 2d Lt Wendell D. Meade

CAP EXCELLENCE Vince Lombardi, legendary head coach of the NFL Green Bay Packers, once said, Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence. What is excellence? Excellence can be defined as a state of possessing good qualities in an eminent degree; exalted merit; superiority in value. (Webster) One of the four CAP Core Values is Excellence. This is based on one of the United States Air Force Core Values, Excellence in all that we do. That USAF challenge is to develop a sustained passion for the continuous improvement and innovation that will propel the Air Force into a long-term, upward spiral of accomplishment and performance. (The Little Blue Book) Steve Jobs, icon of technology accomplishment and business entrepreneurship, and co-founder of Apple Computer, encouraged, Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected. Some might question, Why is pursuit of excellence important? Why isnt OK good enough? The answer lies in what you think of yourself, how much you respect and value yourself, how you view the enormous potential you hold in your life, and how much you demand of yourself. Youre in charge of you! Do you expect yourself to be your very best, in everything you do? Its certainly not easy to strive to be excellent. It requires constant self-awareness, determination, and discipline. But ask yourself, what do you do that doesnt deserve
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Welcome to the second quarterly edition of the CAP Cadet Squadron 702 Newsletter. During the past three months our Squadron has expanded its program and volunteer activities, focusing on our mission to serve, and to develop our youth the aerospace leaders of the future. We have experienced a surge of requests for local community involvement and our Cadets have marched in holiday parades and provided Color Guard, earning kudos for their performance. At the September Cedarfest we staffed a CAP Recruitment Booth, providing increased public awareness of the CAP Cadet Program, and the Cedarville citizenry displayed much interest and a warm welcome. Our membership is on the rise, in both Cadets and Senior Members, and we anticipate that trend will continue. Our Squadron members have been very involved, participating in state-wide joint squadron activities, broadening general knowledge of military history through hands-on experiences, and strengthening the camping and service opportunities. We have pursued aggressive joint squadron training in Emergency Services, upgrading our ability to be a more effective unit in responding to requests for support. In addition, several of our Cadets have successfully completed phases of individual training, and have achieved promotions. Consistently, we have received positive feedback and expressions of appreciation from the public. As 2012 approaches, we will continue to strive to improve our recruitment and our CAP Program activities, focusing on developing practical skills, leadership and self-esteem. Our program will explore new areas and challenges, with an eye towards sustained excellence and achievement in our youth. I am very pleased with the progress of our Squadron, as we pursue our mission of service. I take pride in the positive attitude, the can do spirit, and the impressive accomplishments of all our Cadets.

CAP CORE VALUES: INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE RESPECT VOLUNTEER SERVICE

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CADET ACHIEVEMENTS In a 4 Aug 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotion ceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702/070 was recognized for his achievements. Cadet Airman First Class Joseph I. Batchelor was promoted to the rank of Cadet Senior Airman. Cadet Batchelor, who lives in Springfield, OH and is homeschooled through Dayton Christian Home School, was a member of the CAP Cadet Program for 11 months at the time of promotion.

In a 14 Jul 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotion ceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702/070 was recognized for his achievements. Cadet Airman Basic Dylan D. Buffenbarger was promoted to the rank of Cadet Airman. Cadet Buffenbarger, who lives in South Vienna, OH and attends Northeastern High School in Springfield, was a member of the CAP Cadet Program for 4 months at the time of promotion.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Squadron 702/070 Deputy Squadron Commander Paul Isaacs, Cadet Airman Dylan Buffenbarger, and Major Paul Webb.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Squadron 702/070 Commander 2d Lt Wendell Meade, Cadet Senior Airman Joseph Batchelor, and Cadet Commander/Cadet 2d Lt Joshua Cluney.

In a 21 July 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotion ceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702/070 was recognized for her achievements. Cadet Airman First Class Alexandra K. Shishoff was promoted to the rank of Cadet Senior Airman. Cadet Shishoff, who lives in Beavercreek, OH and attends Beavercreek High School, was a member of the CAP Cadet Program for 18 months at the time of promotion.

In a 22 September 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotion ceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702/070 was recognized for his achievements. Cadet Airman Basic Grant W. Kramer was promoted to the rank of Cadet Airman. Cadet Kramer, who lives in Springfield, OH and attends Kenton Ridge High School, was a member of the CAP Cadet Program for 3 months at the time of promotion.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Squadron 702/070 Commander for Cadets, 2d Lt Heather Fox, Cadet Senior Airman Alexandra Shishoff, and Squadron Commander 2d Lt Wendell Meade.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Major James Jones, Cadet Airman Grant Kramer, and CAP Squadron 702/070 Commander 2d Lt Wendell Meade.

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WHATS BEEN GOING ON? Dayton International Airshow On the weekend of 22 - 24 Jul 2011, several Squadron 702 Cadets and Senior Members participated in the Dayton International Airshow, at Dayton International Airport. Their assignment included guarding of military aircraft on static display. Cadets enjoyed observing the aircraft aerial demonstrations throughout the weekend, and camaraderie with Cadets from other Squadrons. Cedarfest Parade - Color Guard On 5 Sep 2011, Squadron Cadets took part in the Cedarfest Labor Day Parade, in Cedarville, OH. The unit served as Color Guard for the event, leading the parade.

Visit from Ohio Wing On 11 Aug 2011, Squadron 702 Cadets were honored to be visited by Lt James Goodman, of Ohio Wing. Lt Goodman currently serves as Director of the CAP Ohio Wing Cadet Program. He spoke to our Cadets about the CAP mission and structure of the Cadet Program. Lt Goodman was especially interested in hearing from the Cadets about what they consider the most challenging and the most enjoyable aspects of the Cadet Program. Emergency Services (ES) Training and Bivouac Antarctica On 11 Aug 2011, Squadron 702 Cadets were treated to a unique pictorial presentation by Capt Richard Borgerding, Squadron ---, about his past deployment in Antarctica. The presentation included a hands-on look at polar gear worn in the region. On 25 Aug 2011 several CAP Squadron 706 members visited our Squadron, to provide Emergency Services Training. Then on the weekend of 16 18 Sep, Squadron 702 Cadets and staff participated in a joint Emergency Services Bivouac, held at Camp Hook, near Carlisle/Franklin OH.

Parents Night On 22 Sep 2011 Squadron 702 opened its doors to Parents, welcoming them to the Squadron Meeting and introducing them to the CAP Program. Parents Night Open House will continue to be held the fourth Thursday of every month, and parents and visitors are welcome to attend and observe Squadron activities.

D-Day Reenactment On the weekend of 19 - 21 Aug 2011, several Squadron 702 Cadets and Senior Members participated in the annual D-Day Reenactment at Lake Erie, Conneaut Township Park. The event was a recreation of the amphibious Allied landings on the beaches of Normandy, France. Cadets were assigned perimeter protection of the reenactment site, allowing them a front-row view of the battle. Their weekend included a campout, and the opportunity to meet many other CAP Cadets from across the country.

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CADET SPOTLIGHT
Each edition features a different CAP Cadet, highlighting that Cadets CAP activities, accomplishments, goals, special interests, and a brief personal bio.

MEET THE STAFF

Each edition will feature a different Staff Senior Member (SM), highlighting that SMs CAP background and a brief bio.

Todays spotlight is on C/2d Lt Jason Dudash, who previously served as Cadet Squadron Commander and currently serves as Flight Deputy Commander. Cadet Dudash rose through the CAP ranks to C/2d Lt in just two years, also earning the General Billy Mitchell Award. He stated that CAP has been very rewarding and has helped him grow as a person. His favorite events in CAP have been the Airshow and the Encampment, which provided the opportunity to learn a lot and to meet new people. Currently a senior at Graham High School in St. Paris, Cadet Dudashs favorite subjects are Agricultural Business and Management. A very dedicated individual, his extracurricular activities include Track, Future Farmers of America (FFA), and two 4H Clubs. A significant achievement for which he is especially proud, is winning reserve champion FFA purebred hog title this year, at the Champaign County Fair. Cadet Dudash lives with his parents in Urbana. After graduation he plans to attend college to study Architecture, and he also will enlist in the Air National Guard. Hats off to C/2d Lt Dudash for his CAP leadership role and best wishes for his continued success!

Todays focus is on Maj Paul Webb, who has been a Senior Member of Squadron 702 since 1997. Maj Webb has served as both Deputy Commander and Commander. He has earned numerous awards, including being named Squadron Commander of the Year in 2007, when the Squadron also was awarded Group Unit of the Year, and one of the Squadron Cadets was named Senior Cadet of the Year, within Group VII. Throughout his impressive tenure, Maj Webb has performed in several areas including Safety and Communications, and currently he is Personnel Officer. CAP Maj Webb, himself a United States Army Veteran, entered the US Army in 1966 as a heavy equipment operator and later as a combat medic, and he served overseas in Germany. During Webbs military career, which spanned over 30 years, he advanced to the prestigious rank of Command Sergeant Major (grade E-9). from the US Army Reserves in 2005.

He retired

Speaking of his CAP service, Maj Webb said, My hope is to continue to guide and help Cadets, and create another generation of volunteers and good citizens, which is what our country was built on. We offer our gratitude to Maj Webb for his past service to our country, and his continued service to CAP youth.

CAP CADET MEMBERSHIP Have your friends or classmates ever asked you what being a Civil Air Patrol Cadet is all about? Have you ever shared stories about a Squadron activity, or the training youre involved in, or the promotions youve earned? Did you know that there are some exciting videos, which help to tell the story of what it means to be a CAP Cadet? Check these out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaGpEqi6SVQ ; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gqcf4wHuf5U&feature=related

CAP EXCELLENCE
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Heres a CAP Cadet Membership challenge for you and your fellow Squadron Cadets: During the next three months, why not see which Cadet can: bring the most guests to a Squadron meeting; find the most CAP articles and videos to share; give a presentation about CAP in class at your school; write an article about CAP for your school paper. One of the elements of CAP Cadet development is Leadership. Leadership involves envisioning what could be, determining the actions needed to achieve that, communicating the value of that vision, and influencing others to willingly follow you towards that vision. Can you develop your own Leadership skills by accepting this challenge, and encouraging others to follow you, and become CAP Cadets?

your very best effort? Whether its focusing on your schoolwork, competing in sports, helping with chores at home, wearing your uniform properly, setting an example, or leading others, you should always do your very best, and continually strive to improve your performance. Pat Riley, past NBA player and uber-successful NBA head coach, once noted that, Excellence is the gradual result of always striving to do better. In CAP, Excellence is the continuous effort to be the very best, and to consistently improve humanitarian service to America. In your own personal pursuit of excellence, you must first value yourself, then demand the best of yourself, and be always vigilant.

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WHATS COMING UP

CAP CALENDAR

Special Events: See Squadron OIC for additional details. CAP Professional Development Opportunity (PDO) Sat, Sun; 08 - 09 Oct Defense Supply Center, Columbus (DSCC) Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt Fox UOD: see PDO web site info Review Day Sat, 15 Oct, 1000 - 1600 2d Lt Fox Residence, Xenia Model Rocketry, PT, & Review Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt Fox UOD: PT Gear Honor Flight - Welcome Home WW II Veterans Sat, 15 Oct, 2130 - 2400 Dayton International Airport Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt Meade UOD: Dress Blues Day at the Museum Sat, 26 Nov, 0900 - 1700 National Museum of the United States Air Force Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt Fox UOD: Blues w/Ribbons Little Town of Lights Sat, 03 Dec, Time TBD Cedarville, OH Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt Fox UOD: TBD Wreaths Across America Sat, 10 Dec, 0830 Dayton Veterans Administration Center Cemetery Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt Fox UOD: Dress Blues

Squadron 702 meets every Thursday, 1800 - 2000 (arrive by 1745), at Springfield ANG Base, Bldg. 109, unless indicated otherwise. Refer to the latest OPORDs for most current information. Sqdn Meeting OCT 06 Oct Uniform of the Day (UOD) Planned Activities

BDUs

Drill Moral Leadership Learn to Lead, Ch 2 Leadership Activity Drill Squadron Organization Safety Communications Drill Aerospace Movie PT PT Testing Safety Professional Development Challenge Bowl Holiday NO SQUADRON MEETING

13 Oct

Blues w/Ribbons

20 Oct

BDUs

27 Oct NOV 03 Nov

Blues w/Ribbons

BDUs

10 Nov

PT Gear

17 Nov

Blues w/Ribbons

24 Nov

DEC 01 Dec

BDUs

Learn to Lead, Ch 2 (Cont.) Leadership Activity Safety Drug Demand Reduction Challenge Bowl Movie Space Camp (PG) Holiday NO SQUADRON MEETING Holiday NO SQUADRON MEETING

08 Dec

BDUs

15 Dec

Business Casual

Wreaths Across America Wreaths Across America is an organization whose mission, Remember, Honor, Teach, is carried out by coordinating wreath laying ceremonies on the second Saturday of December at veterans cemeteries across the world. Squadron 702 Cadets will be joining CAP members from across the nation, in a program to sell wreaths to be used to decorate the graves of military veterans, in December. Cadets will participate in the formal wreath laying ceremony at Dayton Veterans Administration Center Cemetery, on 10 December.

22 Dec

29 Dec

HAPPY 70TH ANNIVERSARY CIVIL AIR PATROL

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Civil Air Patrol (CAP), the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, is a nonprofit organization with more than 60,000 members nationwide. CAP, in its Air Force auxiliary role, performs 90 percent of continental U.S. inland search and rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) and has been credited by the AFRCC with saving more than 100 lives this fiscal year. Its volunteers also perform homeland security, disaster relief and counterdrug missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. The members play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentors to over 25,000 young people currently participating in CAP cadet programs. CAP has been performing missions for America for more than 68 years. For more information on CAP, visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com or www.capvolunteernow.com.

SEMPER VIGILANS
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CIVIL AIR PATROL (CAP) United States Air Force (USAF) Auxiliary Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702 (GLR-OH-070) th 269 Communications Combat Squadron, Bldg 109 Springfield ANG Base 706 Regula Avenue Springfield OH 45502

CAP CORE VALUES: INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE RESPECT VOLUNTEER SERVICE

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