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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

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CENTRAL IOWA DIVISION SEA CADETS

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  1. CENTRAL IOWA DIVISION SEA CADETS A program for youth ages 10 – 17 http://iowacadets.org

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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!

  6. 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

  7. 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 self-esteem • Not about creating false expectations

  8. The Heart of the Cadet Experience(Developing Enduring Virtues and Life Skills) • Sense of honor and 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 responsibilityfor actions

  9. The Iowa Sea Cadet Experience

  10. The Iowa Sea Cadet Experience

  11. 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

  12. 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

  13. 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

  14. If you decide to enroll… Complete referral form at http://iowacadets.org or call 641-752-0861

  15. Enroll having decidedit’s time for you to be in The Company Of Leaders.

  16. QUESTIONS ? Email: command@iowacadets.org Or call 641-752-0861

  17. Thank you for your interest in the Central Iowa Division Sea Cadets.

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