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CAP Resources to Support the U.S. Space Force
Civil Air Patrol, the auxiliary of the United States Air Force, is proud to support the U.S. Space Force (USSF), formed on December 20, 2019 as the first new branch of the armed services in 73 years, with a dedicated page of CAP products and programs for educators and organizations interested in promoting space-related STEM education.
But, first, what IS the USSF? Find out in this video documentary.
CAP provides a multitude of free aviation, space, and cyber education products and programs for K-12 formal and informal educators, as found on the CAP Educators Page.
The following list of sample CAP space-related lessons includes approximate grade levels for use.
Grades K-3: Do You See What I See? (The Night Sky)
Grades 4-9: Creating a Star Finder
Grades 4-9: Moon and Mars Rover Relay
Grades 4-9: Strange New Planet
Grades 6-9: Super Stars (The Life Cycle of Stars)
Find out more at the CAP Curriculum link.
Explore CAP's free space-related STEM Kits found at "Available STEM Kits."
Find out more about the CAP Cadet program for youth, ages 12 and above, who are provided space-related activities, experiences, programs, and career exploration opportunities.
Information about the Air & Space STEM Outreach office's annual December USSF birthday celebration, STEMtoSpace, is found in the right info column.
December STEMtoSpace Engagement Initiative information:
The U.S. Space Force Symbol:
The Delta, first used in 1961, became an iconic part of the space missions under the USAF and Air Force Space Command. The Delta will continue its legacy, representing the vital mission set in space, as the logo for the Space Force.
The Delta Wing evokes historic ties to the earliest days of the U.S. Air Force space community, and symbolizes change and innovation. It also represents all variations of space vehicles that support our National Defense Strategy and National Security Space Strategy.
The USSF stands ready, every day, Semper Supra, “Always Above.”
