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CAPCOREVALUES: INTEGRITY EXCELLENCE RESPECT VOLUNTEERSERVICEPage 1 of 6

CIVIL AIR PATROL (CAP)United States Air Force (USAF) Auxiliary

Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702 (GLR-OH-070)269

thCommunications Combat Squadron, Bldg 109

Springfield ANG Base706 Regula Avenue; Springfield OH 45502

CAP Squadron

Meetings:Every Thursday,1800 - 2000

(Arrive by 1745)

Squadron Commander:

2d Lt Wendell D. [email protected]

www.gocivilairpatrol.com

Members Directory:www.capmembers/comESERVICES

Log in with CAP ID

SQUADRON 702 NEWSLETTER OCT - DEC 2011 EDITION

INSIDE THIS EDITIONPage

COMMANDERS CORNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1CAP EXCELLENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1CADET ACHIEVEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2WHATS BEEN GOING ON? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3CADET SPOTLIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4MEET THE STAFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4WHATS COMING UP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5CAP CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

For questions or comments, or to provide input, contact2d Lt Marsha Loges, [email protected].

CAP EXCELLENCE

Vince Lombardi, legendary head coach of the NFLGreen Bay Packers, once said, Perfection is notattainable, but if we chase perfection we can catchexcellence.

What is excellence? Excellence can be defined as astate of possessing good qualities in an eminent degree;exalted merit; superiority in value. (Webster)

One of the four CAP Core Values is Excellence. This isbased on one of the United States Air Force CoreValues, Excellence in all that we do. That USAFchallenge is to develop a sustained passion for thecontinuous improvement and innovation that will propelthe Air Force into a long-term, upward spiral ofaccomplishment and performance. (The Little Blue Book)

Steve Jobs, icon of technology accomplishment andbusiness entrepreneurship, and co-founder of AppleComputer, encouraged, Be a yardstick of quality.Some people aren't used to an environment whereexcellence is expected.

Some might question, Why is pursuit of excellenceimportant? Why isnt OK good enough? The answerlies in what you think of yourself, how much you respectand value yourself, how you view the enormous potentialyou hold in your life, and how much you demand ofyourself. Youre in charge of you! Do you expectyourself to be your very best, in everything you do?

Its certainly not easy to strive to be excellent. It requiresconstant self-awareness, determination, and discipline.But ask yourself, what do you do that doesnt deserve (continued on page 4)

COMMANDERS CORNER

Squadron Commander,2d Lt Wendell D. Meade

Welcome to the secondquarterly edition of the CAPCadet Squadron 702Newsletter. During the past three months our Squadron

has expanded its program and volunteer activities,focusing on our mission to serve, and to develop ouryouth the aerospace leaders of the future. We haveexperienced a surge of requests for local communityinvolvement and our Cadets have marched in holidayparades and provided Color Guard, earning kudos fortheir performance. At the September Cedarfest westaffed a CAP Recruitment Booth, providing increasedpublic awareness of the CAP Cadet Program, and theCedarville citizenry displayed much interest and a warmwelcome. Our membership is on the rise, in both Cadetsand Senior Members, and we anticipate that trend willcontinue.

Our Squadron members have been very involved,participating in state-wide joint squadron activities,broadening general knowledge of military history throughhands-on experiences, and strengthening the campingand service opportunities. We have pursued aggressivejoint squadron training in Emergency Services, upgradingour ability to be a more effective unit in responding torequests for support. In addition, several of our Cadetshave successfully completed phases of individualtraining, and have achieved promotions.

Consistently, we have received positive feedback andexpressions of appreciation from the public. As 2012approaches, we will continue to strive to improve ourrecruitment and our CAP Program activities, focusing on

developing practical skills, leadership and self-esteem.Our program will explore new areas and challenges, withan eye towards sustained excellence and achievement inour youth.

I am very pleased with the progress of our Squadron, aswe pursue our mission of service. I take pride in thepositive attitude, the can do spirit, and the impressiveaccomplishments of all our Cadets.


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CADET ACHIEVEMENTS

In a 14 Jul 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotionceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett CadetSquadron 702/070 was recognized for his achievements.Cadet Airman Basic Dylan D. Buffenbarger waspromoted to the rank of Cadet Airman. CadetBuffenbarger, who lives in South Vienna, OH and attends

NortheasternHigh School in Springfield, was a memberof the CAP Cadet Program for 4 months at the time ofpromotion.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Squadron 702/070 DeputySquadron Commander Paul Isaacs,

Cadet Airman Dylan Buffenbarger, and Major Paul Webb.

In a 21 July 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotionceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett CadetSquadron 702/070 was recognized for her achievements.Cadet Airman First Class Alexandra K. Shishoff was

promoted to the rank of Cadet Senior Airman. CadetShishoff, who lives in Beavercreek, OH and attendsBeavercreek High School, was a member of the CAPCadet Program for 18 months at the time of promotion.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Squadron 702/070 Commanderfor Cadets, 2d Lt Heather Fox,

Cadet Senior Airman Alexandra Shishoff,and Squadron Commander 2d Lt Wendell Meade.

In a 4 Aug 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP) promotionceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. Barrett CadetSquadron 702/070 was recognized for his achievements.Cadet Airman First Class Joseph I. Batchelor waspromoted to the rank of Cadet Senior Airman. CadetBatchelor, who lives in Springfield, OH and is home-schooled through Dayton Christian Home School, was amember of the CAP Cadet Program for 11 months at the

time of promotion.

Pictured above (l to r) are CAP Squadron 702/070 Commander2d Lt Wendell Meade,

Cadet Senior Airman Joseph Batchelor, andCadet Commander/Cadet 2d Lt Joshua Cluney.

In a 22 September 2011 formal Civil Air Patrol (CAP)promotion ceremony, a CAP Cadet from Ross P. BarrettCadet Squadron 702/070 was recognized for his

achievements. Cadet Airman Basic Grant W. Kramerwas promoted to the rank of Cadet Airman. CadetKramer, who lives in Springfield, OH and attends KentonRidge High School, was a member of the CAP CadetProgram for 3 months at the time of promotion.

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 702Cadets and Senior Members participated in the DaytonInternational Airshow, at Dayton International Airport. Theirassignment included guarding of military aircraft on staticdisplay. Cadets enjoyed observing the aircraft aerialdemonstrations throughout the weekend, and camaraderiewith Cadets from other Squadrons.

Visit from Ohio Wing

On 11 Aug 2011, Squadron 702Cadets were honored to be visitedby Lt James Goodman, of OhioWing. Lt Goodman currentlyserves as Director of the CAPOhio Wing Cadet Program. Hespoke to our Cadets about theCAP mission and structure of theCadet Program. Lt Goodman was

especially interested in hearingfrom the Cadets about what theyconsider the most challenging andthe most enjoyable aspects of theCadet Program.

Antarctica

On 11 Aug 2011, Squadron 702 Cadets were treated to aunique pictorial presentation by Capt Richard Borgerding,Squadron ---, about his past deployment in Antarctica. Thepresentation included a hands-on look at polar gear worn in

the region.

D-Day Reenactment

On the weekend of 19 - 21 Aug 2011, several Squadron702 Cadets and Senior Members participated in the annualD-Day Reenactment at Lake Erie, Conneaut TownshipPark. The event was a recreation of the amphibious Alliedlandings on the beaches of Normandy, France. Cadetswere assigned perimeter protection of the reenactment site,allowing them a front-row view of the battle. Their weekendincluded a campout, and the opportunity to meet many otherCAP Cadets from across the country.

Cedarfest Parade - Color Guard

On 5 Sep 2011, Squadron Cadets took part in theCedarfest Labor Day Parade, in Cedarville, OH. Theunit served as Color Guard for the event, leading theparade.

Emergency Services (ES) Training and Bivouac

On 25 Aug 2011 several CAP Squadron 706members visited our Squadron, to provide EmergencyServices Training. Then on the weekend of 16 18Sep, Squadron 702 Cadets and staff participated in a joint Emergency Services Bivouac, held at CampHook, near Carlisle/Franklin OH.

Parents Night

On 22 Sep 2011 Squadron 702 opened its doors toParents, welcoming them to the Squadron Meeting andintroducing them to the CAP Program. Parents NightOpen House will continue to be held the fourthThursday of every month, and parents and visitors arewelcome to attend and observe Squadron activities.


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CADET SPOTLIGHT

Each edition features a different CAP Cadet, highlighting thatCadets CAP activities, accomplishments, goals, special interests,and a brief personal bio.

Todays spotlight is on C/2d Lt Jason Dudash, whopreviously served as Cadet Squadron Commander andcurrently serves as Flight Deputy Commander. CadetDudash rose through the CAP ranks to C/2d Lt in just twoyears, also earning the General Billy Mitchell Award. He

stated that CAP has been very rewarding and has helpedhim grow as a person. His favorite events in CAP havebeen the Airshow and the Encampment, which provided theopportunity to learn a lot and to meet new people.

Currently a senior at GrahamHigh School in St. Paris, CadetDudashs favorite subjects areAgricultural Business andManagement. A very dedicatedindividual, his extracurricularactivities include Track, FutureFarmers of America (FFA), andtwo 4H Clubs. A significantachievement for which he is

especially proud, is winningreserve champion FFA purebredhog title this year, at the Champaign County Fair.

Cadet Dudash lives with his parents in Urbana. Aftergraduation he plans to attend college to study Architecture,and he also will enlist in the Air National Guard.

Hats offto C/2d Lt Dudash for his CAP leadership role andbest wishes for his continued success!

CAP CADET MEMBERSHIP

Have your friends or classmates ever asked you what beinga Civil Air Patrol Cadet is all about? Have you ever sharedstories about a Squadron activity, or the training youreinvolved in, or the promotions youve earned? Did youknow that there are some exciting videos, which help to tellthe story of what it means to be a CAP Cadet? Check theseout:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaGpEqi6SVQ ;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gqcf4wHuf5U&feature=related

Heres a CAP Cadet Membership challenge for you andyour fellow Squadron Cadets: During the next threemonths, 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 isLeadership. Leadership involves envisioning what could be,determining the actions needed to achieve that,communicating the value of that vision, and influencingothers to willingly follow you towards that vision. Can youdevelop your own Leadership skills by accepting thischallenge, and encouraging others to follow you, andbecome CAP Cadets?

MEET THE STAFF

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

Todays focus is on Maj Paul Webb, who has been aSenior Member of Squadron 702 since 1997. MajWebb has served as both Deputy Commander andCommander. He has earned numerous awards,including being named Squadron Commander of theYear in 2007, when the Squadron also was awarded

Group Unit of the Year, and one of the SquadronCadets was named Senior Cadet of the Year, withinGroup VII.

Throughout his impressive tenure, Maj Webb hasperformed in several areas including Safety andCommunications, and currently he is Personnel Officer.

CAP Maj Webb, himselfa United States ArmyVeteran, entered the USArmy in 1966 as aheavy equipmentoperator and later as acombat medic, and he

served overseas inGermany. DuringWebbs military career,which spanned over 30years, he advanced tothe prestigious rank ofCommand Sergeant Major (grade E-9). He retiredfrom the US Army Reserves in 2005.

Speaking of his CAP service, Maj Webb said, Myhope is to continue to guide and help Cadets, andcreate another generation of volunteers and goodcitizens, which is what our country was built on.

We offer our gratitude to Maj Webb for his past serviceto our country, and his continued service to CAP youth.

CAP EXCELLENCE

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your very best effort? Whether its focusing on yourschoolwork, competing in sports, helping with chores athome, wearing your uniform properly, setting anexample, or leading others, you should always do yourvery best, and continually strive to improve yourperformance.

Pat Riley, past NBA player anduber-successful NBAhead coach, once noted that, Excellence is thegradual result of always striving to do better.

In CAP, Excellence is the continuous effort to be thevery best, and to consistently improve humanitarianservice to America. In your own personal pursuit ofexcellence, you must first value yourself, then demandthe best of yourself, and be always vigilant.


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WHATS COMING UP

Special Events:

See Squadron OIC for additional details.

CAP Professional Development Opportunity (PDO)Sat, Sun; 08 - 09 OctDefense Supply Center, Columbus (DSCC)Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt FoxUOD: see PDO web site info

Review DaySat, 15 Oct, 1000 - 16002d Lt Fox Residence, XeniaModel Rocketry, PT, & ReviewSqdn OIC: 2d Lt FoxUOD: PT Gear

Honor Flight - Welcome Home WW II VeteransSat, 15 Oct, 2130 - 2400Dayton International AirportSqdn OIC: 2d Lt MeadeUOD: Dress Blues

Day at the MuseumSat, 26 Nov, 0900 - 1700National Museum of the United States Air ForceSqdn OIC: 2d Lt FoxUOD: Blues w/Ribbons

Little Town of LightsSat, 03 Dec, Time TBDCedarville, OH

Sqdn OIC: 2d Lt FoxUOD: TBD

Wreaths Across AmericaSat, 10 Dec, 0830Dayton Veterans Administration Center CemeterySqdn OIC: 2d Lt FoxUOD: Dress Blues

Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America is an organization whosemission, Remember, Honor, Teach, is carried out bycoordinating wreath laying ceremonies on the secondSaturday of December at veterans cemeteries acrossthe world. Squadron 702 Cadets will be joining CAPmembers from across the nation, in a program to sellwreaths to be used to decorate the graves of militaryveterans, in December. Cadets will participate in theformal wreath laying ceremony at Dayton VeteransAdministration Center Cemetery, on 10 December.

CAP CALENDAR

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.

SqdnMeeting

Uniform of theDay (UOD)

Planned Activities

OCT06 Oct BDUs Drill

Moral Leadership

13 Oct Blues w/Ribbons Learn to Lead, Ch 2Leadership Activity

20 Oct BDUs DrillSquadron Organization

27 Oct Blues w/Ribbons SafetyCommunications

NOV03 Nov BDUs Drill

Aerospace Movie

10 Nov PT Gear PTPT Testing

17 Nov Blues w/Ribbons SafetyProfessional DevelopmentChallenge Bowl

24 Nov HolidayNO SQUADRON MEETING

DEC01 Dec BDUs Learn to Lead, Ch 2 (Cont.)

Leadership Activity

08 Dec BDUs SafetyDrug Demand ReductionChallenge Bowl

15 Dec Business Casual MovieSpace Camp (PG)

22 Dec HolidayNO SQUADRON MEETING

29 Dec HolidayNO SQUADRON MEETING

HAPPY70THANNIVERSARYCIVIL AIRPATROL


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Civil Air Patrol (CAP), the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, is a nonprofit organization with more than60,000 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 hasbeen credited by the AFRCC with saving more than 100 lives this fiscal year. Its volunteers also performhomeland security, disaster relief and counterdrug missions at the request of federal, state and localagencies. The members play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentors to over 25,000young people currently participating in CAP cadet programs. CAP has been performing missions forAmerica for more than 68 years. For more information on CAP, visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com orwww.capvolunteernow.com.

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CIVIL AIR PATROL (CAP)United States Air Force (USAF) Auxiliary

Ross P. Barrett Cadet Squadron 702 (GLR-OH-070)269

thCommunications Combat Squadron, Bldg 109

Springfield ANG Base706 Regula AvenueSpringfield OH 45502

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