Rockland Cadet Squadron

Senior Staff
Captain Alex Ramadanis - Commander
1st Lt James Burpo - Deputy Commander/Operations/Finance Officer

Major Pereira - Testing/ Professional Development Officer

Capt A Governale - Safety/ES/Moral Leadership Officer
2nd Lt. Jeremy Ripa - Public Affairs Officer

2nd Lt Theresa Villarreal - Aerospace Education Officer
2nd Lt. Larry Press - Cadet Program Officer

Cadet Staff

Cadet Staff Sergeant Nicolas Vicchio – Cadet Commander
Cadet Airman 1st Class Brian Lee – Deputy Cadet Commander

Cadet Airman 1st Class Bryan Conway - Cadet First Sergeant

CAP/Rockland Cadet Squadron Mission

Rockland Cadet Squadron is strictly a volunteer group that trains cadets from ages 12-21. As cadets progress through CAP’s multi-level cadet training, they will learn the principles of aviation and aerospace flight. They will learn about rocketry and physics through hands-on experiments. Cadets can even get a taste of military life, and learn about military history, customs, drills and inspection. Cadets could end up in one of the top squads in the nation if they advance to the most elite competition for CAP cadets, National Cadet Competition. CAP offers national cadet encampments with activities in emergency services, engineering, technology, physical fitness, team building and flight training. Cadets can even visit foreign countries through the International Air Cadet Exchange. Many CAP cadets go on to careers in the aviation and aerospace industries. Some pursue technical degrees and others go on to one of the nation’s prestigious military academies. Each year, at least 10 percent of the freshman class at the U.S. Air Force Academy is made up of former CAP cadets. We meet every Tuesday night at the Orangeburg Armory from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. For more info please visit http://www.cap.gov/.

CAP Information:

More information obout Cival Air Patrol may be found out: http://level2.cap.gov/visitors/programs/cadet_programs_for_all_youth/stay_informed/parents/?CFID=6024992&CFTOKEN=e4d1a2083756ce15-0240122B-F5AE-BCFC-1B0D41E6D7AC6821

CAP OATHS

The Cadet Oath
"I pledge to 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."

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

The Safety Pledge
As a Civil Air Patrol member I pledge to promote an uncompromising safety environment for myself and others, and to prevent the loss of, or damage to Civil Air Patrol assets entrusted to me. I will perform all my activities in a professional and safe manner, and will hold myself accountable for my actions in all of our Missions for America.

The Civil Air Patrol Motto
Semper Vigilans - Always Vigilant

Knowledge Center

CAP Core Values

INTEGRITY
VOLUNTEER SERVICE
EXCELLENCE
RESPECT

Air Force Core Values

Integrity first
Service before self
Excellence in all we do

Orientation Flights

* As a reminder, Cadet O Flights are available.
Powered Orientation Flights can now be requested via the following website:
http://www.cap-ny035.org/Cadets/c_of02.html

Applying is easy. Make sure you complete all the information requests on the bottom of the webpage. When you make a request the date and time will be marked as "requested". After your pilot confirms the flight the slot will be confirmed. If you have to cancel, use the "Cancel" selection on the "Flight" field. If you have to cancel on short notice, use the telephone number provided by your pilot within your confirming email and use the web form if possible. Back seat rides can be requested using the application form. If you want to be placed on standby for any flight, select "Any" in the "Requested Slot"and an attempt to set you up on the first available flight will be made. Please direct all questions to Scott Theis via email @ scott.theis@cap-ny030.org

Upcoming CAP Events

Summer Schedule (Dates that are not listed = no meeting.)

May 25 – Scheduled Meeting
June 1 – Scheduled Meeting
June 8 – No Meeting Scheduled
June 15 – No Meeting Scheduled
June 22 – Scheduled Meeting
June 29 – Scheduled Meeting
July 6 – No Meeting Scheduled
July 13 – Scheduled Meeting
July 20 – No Meeting Scheduled
July 27 – Scheduled Meeting
August 3 – No Meeting Scheduled
August 10 – No Meeting Scheduled
August 17 – Scheduled Meeting
August 24 – Scheduled Meeting
August 31 – No Meeting Scheduled
September 7 – No Meeting Scheduled
*September 14 – Scheduled Meeting – Resume Weekly Meeting

Rockland Cadet Squadron Links

CAP National Headquarters: http://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/

CAP National Headquarters e-services: https://www.capnhq.gov/

CAP North East Region: http://ner.cap.gov/

CAP NY Wing: http://www.nywg.cap.gov/

CAP Catskill Mountain Group: http://www.cap-ny030.org/

NY Wing Cadets Programs: http://www.nywgcadets.org/

Cadet O Flight Scheduler: http://www.cap-ny035.org/Cadets/c_of02.html

Vanguard: http://www.vanguardmil.com/store/

Hock Shop: http://www.thehock.com/

Cadet Stuff: http://www.cadetstuff.org/

Cadet Ribbon Builder: http://www.mcchord.org/rack_builder/check_cdt.html

Senior Member Ribbon Builder: http://www.mcchord.org/rack_builder/check_sr.html

Rockland Cadet Squadron Recent Events

18 May 10 - Update

Greetings Members and Parents of NY-072,

As we come to a close to the academic year, I would like to take the time out to thank one and all for there participation and commitment to Civil Air Patrol. The staff and I are really excited to offer a quality summer program that matches our cadets needs and time schedule. Starting in July we will be reducing our meeting times and we will resume normal operations in September. Please make note of the dates in our newsletter. Please join us in congratulating 1st Lt. Burpo who will be taking on the position as Deputy Commander of NY-072. He brings a wealth of knowledge and information to the position as he was a former cadet. We would like to offer our sincere gratitude to Major Pereira for his years of service to NY-072 as Deputy Commander. Major Pereira will be staying with us on staff and will be concentrating on another position. We look forward to the summer!

Semper Vigilans,
Alex Ramadanis, Capt, CAPCommander
Rockland Cadet Squadron

04 May 10 - Promotions
Cadet Nicolas Vicchio has earned the Billy Mitchell Award and has been promoted to Cadet 2nd Lieutenant. Cadet Alexander Konuita has earned the Wright Brothers Award has been promoted to Cadet Staff Sergeant. Cadet Christopher Breyfogle has earned the Hap Arnold Award and been promoted to Cadet Airman First Class.

27 Apr 10 - Competition

A few weeks back, our squadron color guard under the command of Cadet Chief Master Nicolas Vicchio took top honors in every category when they competed against several other teams from around Catskill Mountain Group.
The members of our color guard are:
Senior Flag Bearer – c/CMSgt Nicolas Vicchio
Junior Flag Bearer – c/AB Luke Annicharico
Senior Guard – c/A1C Christopher Breyfogle
Junior Guard – c/A1C (1st Sgt) Bryan Conway
Our squadron received special recognition from 1st Lt Bartley, Commander of Orange County Cadet Squadron, during the group meeting for giving his squadron a real challenge. The recognition was seconded by the Group Commander, Major John Trosie.
The group will be scheduling another competition shortly and the other squadrons are putting together teams to compete against us as well.

11 Sept 07 - Change in Cadet Commander Ceremony

On this day we had a change in cadet commander ceremony. The new cadet commander is Cadet Sr. Airman John Schaefer and Deputy Commander Sr. Airman Nicolas Vicchio. We thank Cadet Staff Sargeant Christine Gunning for her years of leadership and wisdom. We look forward to working with her in her new role as Cadet Executive Officer. Pics to follow.

23 Aug 06 - Airshow at Atlantic Boardwalk

Seniors and cadets were invited to the Atlantic Boardwalk airshow.

29 May 06 - Memorial Day Parade @ Tappan, NY

Seniors and Cadets were invited by the American Legion in Tappan to march in the Memorial Day Parade.

27 May 06 - Flag Planting @ Brick Church Cemetary, Spring Valley, NY

Thanks to all the cadets and seniors that participated in this event to make it a sucess.

16 May 06 - Promotions

Congratulations ot Staff Sergeant Gunning and Penzias for their recent promotions.

31 May 06 - Graduation of Former Member

We would like to announce the graduation of one of Rockland Cadet Squadron's past Cadet Commanders, Jennifer Neville. Jennifer will graduate from the United States Air Force Academy on May 31, 2006 with a Degree in Astronautical Engineering and a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force.

Like all of our cadets, Jennifer was outstanding in all that she did, both at the squadron level and in her personal life. Jennifer achieved CAP awards as Cadet of the Year for NY Wing, NE Region and National! She was also awarded the Spatz Award, our highest cadet achievement award, given to very few cadets throughout CAP's long history. We at RCS should be very proud of this incredible accomplishment by one of our own.

Way to go Jen!

26 Apr 06 - American Legion Dinner @ Elmwood Elementary, Monsey, NY

Many thanks to cadets Delisi, Ledlow and Theodore for their assistance in the American Legion Dinner. We were able the get some PR while also assisting the legion with their dinner.

02 Apr 06 - Orientation Flight Day

SITUATION

Orange County Cadet Squadron hosted an Orientation Flight Fly-in at Orange County Airport in Montgomery, NY. Below is a shot of Cadet Schaefer during a preflight inspection.

18 Mar 06 - NY Wing Color Guard Competetion @ Stewart ANG

Cadets from RCS attended this event to serve on staff. Pictures to follow.

26 Feb 06 - NY Wing SAREX @ Westchester County Airport

Seniors and Cadets from ERCS/ERCS joined other squadrons @ Westchester County Airport for the wing SAREX. The training excercise was to search and rescue a downed blue and silver Extra experimental aircraft. The aircraft was last seen in the vicinty of Route 134 and the Taconic Parkway. After several sorties CAP aircraft were able to narrow the search grid and ground teams were dispatched. Two teams in two CAP corporate vans consisting of RCS/ERCS cadets and seniors completed their search at 1745 hours. Congratulations and a job well done on the find.

05 Feb 06 - Four Chaplain Service - @ Saint Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church Sloatsburg, NY

Seniors and Cadets from RCS/ERCS represented CAP @ the Four Chaplains Service. Many thanks to Maj. Model, Capt. Ramadanis, Lt. Gunning, Lt. Pederson and Cadet Penzias for being there.

29 Jan 05 - Challenger Space Center Memorial, Suffern, NY
Cadets of RCS/ERCS raised and lowered the American Flag to commemorate those who died in the Challenger Space Shuttle 20 years ago. Many thanks to those Seniors and Cadets who participated and made the memorial a sucess.

06 Dec 05 - People to People Toy Drive

Cadets at RCS/ERCS assist People to People organization to pack toys for families at the Orangeburg Armory.

06 Nov 05 - C5 Flight Orientation Day

Cadets from RCS attended this rare opportunity.

05 Nov 05 - Wing Sarex @ CMG Headquarters

Cadets will be attending this mission.

30 Oct 05 - DeWint House

Cadets and Senors that assisted in the DeWint House event on 01 Oct 05 receievd a token of appreciation.
1LT John Gunning, together with Cadets Gunning, Keane, Schaefer and Vicchio. Congratulations!

29 Oct 05 - Orientation Flight Day (CANCELLED)

SITUATION
Orange County Cadet Squadron is hosting an Orientation Flight Fly-in at Orange County Airport in Montgomery, NY.

MISSION
Primary plan is to get as many cadets as possible up in the air. Flying will take precedence and will be conducted throughout the day based on the availability of pilots. Secondarily, we hope to conduct some training and invite GTM qualified persons to sign cadets off. Additionally, we hope to develop camaraderie and competition between local units.

01 Oct 05 - DeWint House in Tappan

Senors and Cadets ensured the orderly transit of visitors, re-enactors, and vendors in and out of the event site, as well as by keeping an access lane open for emergency response vehicles. Job well done!

27 Aug 05 - Orientation Flight Day

SITUATION
Orange County Cadet Squadron is hosting an Orientation Flight Fly-in at Orange County Airport in Montgomery, NY.

MISSION
Primary plan is to get as many cadets as possible up in the air. Flying will take precedence and will be conducted throughout the day based on the availability of pilots. Secondarily, we hope to conduct some training and invite GTM qualified persons to sign cadets off. Additionally, we hope to develop camaraderie and competition between local units.

EXECUTION
Safety Briefing
Surprise** Motivation Run
Breakfast
Aviation Ground School as a group
Orientation Flights All day
Cadets and seniors on ground will conduct field training and physical training
First aid familiarization
Gear re-fit and road marching
Hand and arm signaling
IMTs / Search Techniques
Patient/litter/buddy carries
Radio communications
SAR and DFing
Ground to air signaling demo
Constructing distinguishable signals
Signaling with mirrors
Lunch
Flight Stakes
Compete in USAF rules football/frisbee
Individual Drill Evaluations or Exhibition Drill Competition
Practical skills competition (events TBD)

Pictures to follow . . .

07 AUG 05 - Stewart ANG Base

At Stewart ANG Base cadets were able to see the fire dept which set up a special exercise, the Col. mandated a special C-5 tour for the cadets, The Commanding General for the 105th came personally to see the cadets and adult members. Lastly the chow hall accomodated meals for the cadets and seniors. Thanks to our cadets and parents this was a worthwhile and an enriching event.

Pictures to follow. . .

23 Jul - 30 Jul 05 - NYW Encampment @ Stratton ANGB
Cadets from RCS attended.

16 Jul 05 - CMG SAREX

The mission was based on a 42 year old hiker who went to the top of Overlook Mountain in Woodstock the previous night to watch the sun go down. He failed to return and the family notified local authorities around 03:00 EDT. Local agencies and the DEC are engaged in other operations and asked CAP to be lead agency and provide personnel. NOC approved the request.

Ground elements were prebriefed to assemble at the Overlook Mountain Trail Head, establish communications procedures among themselves and mission base. A small mission command staff and air crews were prebriefed to report to the mission base at Orange County Airport. Mission base was formerly opened at 08:10 EDT, key positions filled and the General and Safety briefings conducted.

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