Transcript CENTRAL IOWA DIVISION SEA CADETS

CENTRAL
IOWA DIVISION
SEA CADETS
A program for youth ages 10 – 17
http://iowacadets.org
Program History
National Headquarters in Arlington, VA
Organization Federally chartered by
Congress in 1962
One unit in currently in Iowa, formed in
January 2002
Local units led and managed by
volunteers
Program Costs
$94.50 to enroll for one year
which includes uniform name
tapes
Uniforms are issued free of
charge for use while in program
$53 to re-enroll in future years
Central Iowa Division
Points of Pride
Well-trained, professional cadet corps
Many former cadets in college
Over 100 former cadets in military service
Command Excellence Award yearly since
2004
National Unit Commendation Award yearly
since 2006
Top Inspection score of any Midwest unit
One of the largest units in the nation
What Do We Do?
Wide variety of adventure and military
activities
Privilege of wearing US Navy uniforms
Summer Training Experiences
Develop Leadership Skills
Learn marketable skills
Community Service
Work hard and have a good time!
What We are About
Among the best youth development
programs available to kids
Develop confidence, respect for others
and self, self-discipline, technical skills,
interpersonal skills, and leadership skills
Provide interesting, interactive,
challenging, hands-on activities
What We Are NOT About
Not a correctional “boot camp” program
Not equipped to deal with highly
oppositional youth or youth with authority
problems
Not a babysitting service
Not about building a false sense of selfesteem
Not about creating false expectations
The Heart of the Cadet Experience
(Developing Enduring Virtues and
Life Skills)
• Sense of honor and
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integrity
Selflessness
Service to others
Respect for self and
others
Teamwork
Work ethic
• Handling stress
• Self-control
• Time management
• Tolerance for
frustration
• Ability to handle
disappointment and
failure
• Take responsibility
for actions
The Iowa Sea Cadet Experience
The Iowa Sea Cadet Experience
Opportunities in Sea Cadets
New Skills, self-confidence, self-discipline, and a
legitimate sense of accomplishment
Weekend drill activities
Summer training opportunities
Travel
Make friends, meet youth with similar interests
Recognition for accomplishments
Awareness of scholarships/opportunities for
Academy appointments
Enlist at an advanced pay grade
Membership Requirements
Satisfactory school
No felony convictions; no substance use;
Willingness to train and accept legitimate
authority
DESIRE TO BELONG & MOTIVATION TO
SUCCEED—can’t be just mom or dad’s
idea
Cadet Commitment
Wear the uniform correctly
Follow orders
Attend regularly
Community/unit involvement
Meet grooming requirements
Be on time or early
Be motivated to grow, accept challenges
with enthusiasm
If you decide to enroll…
Complete referral form at
http://iowacadets.org or
call 641-752-0861
Enroll having decided
it’s time for you to be in
The Company Of Leaders.
QUESTIONS
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Email: [email protected]
Or call 641-752-0861
Thank you for your
interest in the Central
Iowa Division Sea
Cadets.