Memory Work

The Three Cap Missions: Aerospace Education, Cadet Programs, Emergency Services

CAP Motto: "Semper Vigilans" - "Always Vigilant"

CAP Core Values: Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence, and Respect

Mission of the CAP Cadet Program: Transform youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders

Cadet Oath: "I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol cadet program, and 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 to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state and nation."

California Wing Honor Code: "On my honor as a Civil Air Patrol cadet of the California Wing, I will not lie, cheat, steal, or commit any act of intentional dishonesty nor tolerate those who do."

Definition of Leadership: "Leadership is the art of influencing and directing others in a way that will earn their obedience, confidence, respect, and loyal cooperation in achieving a common objective."

Definition of Military Discipline: "Military Discipline is the mental attitude and state of training which renders obedience instinctive under all conditions. It is founded upon respect for and loyalty to properly constituted authority."

Value of Drill and Ceremonies: "On the drill field, the individual learns to participate as a member of the team, to appreciate the need for discipline, that is to obey orders promptly and precisely, to respond to authority, and to recognize the effects of their actions on the group as a whole. Learning to follow is the beginning of leadership."

Squadron Moto: "Trained to Lead"

Squadron Charter Number: PCR-CA-345

Memorize your CAPID

How's the Cow: "She walks, she talks, she's full chalk; the lacteal [laktēəl] fluid extracted from the female of the bovine [bōvīn] species is extremely delectable to the n^th degree."

Bonus material:

Who introduced discipline to the Continental Army?

Baron Friedrich Wilhelm Ludolf Gerhard Augustin von Steuben (Baron von Steuben)

Squadron 153's NCO Charge:

No one is more professional than I, I am a cadet noncommissioned officer and a leader.

I will not use my grade or position to attain profit or safety -- I seek no favors because of my rank.

My cadet oath, I take seriously, I will always set the example and uphold the values of the Civil Air Patrol.

I am devoted to the concept of selfless service and will garner the utmost respect by respecting others.

I will always take the time to encourage and mentor those under me, their development is our success.

Officers and senior members over me can count on me, I shall not shrink from my duty when the task is hard - for I am a NCO.

The (Original) 11 Leadership Principles

1. Know yourself and seek self-improvement.

2. Be technically and tactically proficient.

3. Know your subordinates and look out for their welfare.

4. Keep subordinates informed.

5. Set the example.

6. Insure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished.

7. Train your subordinates as a team.

8. Make sound and timely decisions.

9. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates.

10. Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities.

11. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.

"Good, Better, Best; Never let it rest, until your good is your better, and your better is your best!"

"WHO ARE WE?!" - "153!"

To be early is to be on time; To be on time is to be late; To be late is unacceptable.

Charter No. 04345 Date Issued September 1969