CADET MEMORIZATION
Cadet Memorization
The following is a list of common items and themes that you as a cadet should memorize. You will need to recall this information throughout your Civil Air Patrol membership, so is important that you learn this and be ready to recall it when required to do so.
Cadet Oath: I pledge to serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet program, that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my uniform properly, and advance my education and training rapidly in order to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation.
Cadet Code of Honor: I will not lie, cheat, or steal, nor tolerate anyone among us who does.
CAP Motto: Semper Vigilans, Always Vigilant. Means: “Always Watchful"
Mission of Civil Air Patrol:
Emergency Services
Always prepared, both in the air and on the ground, members of the Civil Air Patrol perform emergency services for state and local agencies as well as the federal government as the civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force and for states/local communities as a nonprofit organization. Ever vigilant, these true patriots make a difference in their communities, not only to assist in times of disaster but also to search for the lost and protect the homeland.
Aerospace Education
Civil Air Patrol’s awarding-winning aerospace education program promotes aerospace, aviation and STEM-related careers with engaging, standards-based, hands-on curriculum and activities. It shapes the experiences and aspirations of youth both in and outside of CAP’s cadet program.
Cadet Programs
Civil Air Patrol’s cadet program transforms youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders through a curriculum that focuses on leadership, aerospace, fitness and character. As cadets participate in these four elements, they advance through a series of achievements, earning honors and increased responsibilities along the way. Many of the nation’s astronauts, pilots, engineers and scientists first explored their careers through CAP.
Definition of Military Discipline: Mental attitude and state of training which renders reasoned willing obedience and proper conduct instinctively under all conditions. It is founded upon respect for, and loyalty to, the properly constituted authority.
Definition of Leadership: Leadership is the art of influencing people to progress with enthusiasm towards the successful completion of a mission.