Meeting Structure
Typical Monthly Cadet Meeting Structure
Below is a general overview of our monthly cadet meeting structure. Each meeting is designed to develop skills across CAP’s core program areas: leadership, aerospace education, emergency services, physical fitness, and character development.
🕒 Meeting Time: Sundays (unless otherwise announced) 18:00 - 2:30 CDT/CST
👕 Uniform of the Day (UOD): Varies by activity — see weekly schedule below
📌 Note: This schedule is subject to change. Activities may be adjusted for holidays, special events, or squadron needs.
🗓️ First Sunday – Safety & Aerospace Education
Uniform of the Day:
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Airman Battle Uniform (ABUs)
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CAP Blue Battle Dress Uniform (BBDUs)
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CAP Polo with gray slacks or appropriate bottoms
Agenda:
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Opening Ceremonies: Cadet Oath, Uniform Inspection
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First Block: Safety Briefing / Monthly Safety Topic
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Second Block: Aerospace Education Instruction or Activities
🗓️ Second Sunday – Physical Fitness & Leadership
Uniform of the Day:
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Physical Training Uniform (PTU) or equivalent workout attire
Agenda:
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Opening Ceremonies: Cadet Oath, Group Stretches & Warm-Up
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First Block: Cadet Physical Fitness Testing (CPFT)
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Second Block: Leadership Activities, Drill Practice, or Academic Testing
🗓️ Third Sunday – Aerospace & Emergency Services
Uniform of the Day:
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ABUs, BBDUs, or CAP Polo
Agenda:
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Opening Ceremonies: Cadet Oath, Uniform Inspection
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First Block: Aerospace Education
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Second Block: Emergency Services Training or Leadership Development
🗓️ Fourth Sunday – Character Development & Planning
Uniform of the Day:
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U.S. Air Force Service Uniform (Class B)
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CAP Corporate Aviator Uniform
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CAP Polo
Agenda:
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Opening Ceremonies: Cadet Oath, Uniform Inspection
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First Block: Character Development Lesson
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Second Block: Leadership Activities, Academic Testing, or Squadron Planning
🗓️ Fifth Sunday – Optional/Varied Program
Fifth Sundays occur occasionally throughout the year and may be used for special activities, field trips, community service, or squadron events.
Uniform of the Day:
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To Be Announced
Agenda:
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To Be Announced
🔔 Note: Meetings may be canceled or rescheduled due to holidays. Check with squadron leadership or the unit calendar for updates.
