U.S. Senate Approves Bill Honoring WWII CAP Members
(press release from CAP National Headquarters)
A major step in the campaign to secure a Congressional Gold Medal recognizing Civil Air Patrol members’ service to the country during World War II was taken on the evening of May 9th when the U.S. Senate unanimously approved S. 418, introduced by Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa.
3..2..1..Blast Off! Cadets Learn Rocketry Basics
Model building and flying enhance classroom training
On April 23rd, our Cadets participated in a model rocket launching activity at North Texas Regional Airport in the second phase of CAP’s three-level Model Rocketry Program. The activity provided the cadets with a hands-on demonstration of scientific principles, and the opportunity to have a little fun at the same time.
Liftoff! A cadet's model rocket streaks off the launch pad. (Click on photo to enlarge)
Cadet Honor Guard Participates In Re-Opening Of Local Museum
On Saturday, March 17, the squadron’s Honor Guard performed a flag-raising ceremony as part of a day-long celebration marking the reopening of the Sam Rayburn House Museum in Bonham.
The Cadet Honor Guard begins the flag-raising ceremony. Honor Guard members (Front to Back): C/MSgt Marcus Coleman, C/Amn Mandie Beitel, C/A1C Andrew Coleman, C/CMSgt Nathan Coleman. (click on photo to enlarge)
Squadron Featured In Regional Newsletter
An article on the squadron’s Wreaths Across America ceremony last December is featured in the current issue of The Fly-By, a quarterly newsletter published by CAP Southwest Region Public Affairs. To view the newsletter, click on the following link:
The Fly-By, 1st Quarter 2012 issue
The article begins on Page 31.
Congratulations to our squadron’s PAO for having his article selected to appear in the newsletter!
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Chaplain Recognized For Volunteer Service
On February 2nd Lt. Col. Robert ”Bob” Sholl, our squadron Chaplain, was recognized for his many years of service as a volunteer in an event held at the Grayson County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in Sherman. Sholl was nominated for “12 Who Care”, a program sponsored by local television station KXII-TV that recognizes and honors Texoma-area citizens who have made significant contributions in support of their local community.
Activities Calendar
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Squadron Meeting
6:30 pmWeekly Squadron Meeting
Regular Activity Schedule (subject to change - ALWAYS check with CC to confirm!):
Cadets:
- 1st Monday: Academic Testing (UOD: BDUs)
- 2nd Monday: Physical Testing (UOD: Exercise/workout clothing)
- 3rd Monday: Safety Briefing / Aerospace Education (UOD: BDUs)
- 4th Monday: Promotions / Character Development (UOD: Class A/Class B blues)
Seniors:
- 1st/2nd Monday: Staff Meeting (UOD: Any authorized uniform)
- 3rd Monday: Safety Briefing / Staff Meeting (UOD: Any authorized uniform)
- 4th Monday: Promotions / Staff Meeting (UOD: Class A/Class B blues or aviator shirt)
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Squadron Meeting6:30 pmWeekly Squadron Meeting
Regular Activity Schedule (subject to change - ALWAYS check with CC to confirm!):
Cadets:
- 1st Monday: Academic Testing (UOD: BDUs)
- 2nd Monday: Physical Testing (UOD: Exercise/workout clothing)
- 3rd Monday: Safety Briefing / Aerospace Education (UOD: BDUs)
- 4th Monday: Promotions / Character Development (UOD: Class A/Class B blues)
Seniors:
- 1st/2nd Monday: Staff Meeting (UOD: Any authorized uniform)
- 3rd Monday: Safety Briefing / Staff Meeting (UOD: Any authorized uniform)
- 4th Monday: Promotions / Staff Meeting (UOD: Class A/Class B blues or aviator shirt)
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Armed Forces Day - Info Table at Perrin Museum9:00 amSquadron members will be staffing an information table as part of Armed Forces Day activities taking place at the Perrin AFB Museum in Denison.
20 21 Squadron Meeting6:30 pmWeekly Squadron Meeting
Regular Activity Schedule (subject to change - ALWAYS check with CC to confirm!):
Cadets:
- 1st Monday: Academic Testing (UOD: BDUs)
- 2nd Monday: Physical Testing (UOD: Exercise/workout clothing)
- 3rd Monday: Safety Briefing / Aerospace Education (UOD: BDUs)
- 4th Monday: Promotions / Character Development (UOD: Class A/Class B blues)
Seniors:
- 1st/2nd Monday: Staff Meeting (UOD: Any authorized uniform)
- 3rd Monday: Safety Briefing / Staff Meeting (UOD: Any authorized uniform)
- 4th Monday: Promotions / Staff Meeting (UOD: Class A/Class B blues or aviator shirt)
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Memorial DayN/ANo CAP activities
29 30 31 1 2 Local Weather
North Texas Regional Airport, TX
Last Updated on May 19 2012, 4:55 pm CDT
Weather by NOAA
Current Conditions: Fair and Breezy
Temp: 86.0 F (30.0 C)
Wind: from the Southeast at 23.0 gusting to 27.6 MPH (20 gusting to 24 KT)
Wind Gusts: 27.6 MPH (24 KT)
Rel. Humidity: 33%
Barometer: 29.89 IN
Heat Index: 84 F (29 C)
Visibility: 10.00 MI