Cadet Programs Announcements & Updates

Program News

• StellarXplorers Space STEM Competition - Registration Closes 14 October

• USAS4STEM Drone Engineering Challenge - Registration Open (closes 12 Jan)

• National Conference Department Updates

• Winter NCSA - Important Information

  • 6 October - Applications close (NCSA & LIFT/TOP)

  • 8 October - Parent/Guardian Approvals due

  • 10 October Unit Approvals Due

  • 12 October Wing Approvals Due

  • 16 October (on or around) - Slotting Announcements

• CEAP for Winter ENCs opens at 9am CT on Thursday, 15 October, Closes 16 Nov

• RST Online for Winter must be completed on or after October 1, 2026

Training & Tools

• Encampment Leadership Webinars - Looks for email invites

  • Type B Encampment Webinar Wednesday, 14 Oct, 8-9pm CT applicable Wing/ENC Staff

  • ENC Commander’s Community Office Hours, Sunday, 18 Oct, 7:30-8:30pm CT - ENC CCs, Wing DCPs

  • Training: Staff Management - Tuesday, 27 Oct, 7-8pm CT ENC CCs, Deputies, Commandants, Chief TOs

• 2027 QCUA Changes & Best Practices Webinar, on Sunday, 4 October, at 7pm, CT - Register Now!

• Registration Zone Office Hours - Register here

  • 1st Thursday of the month - 12-1pm CT

  • 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm CT

Other Important Information

• 2027 QCUA Criteria

  • QPR Training added as 11th criteria: 10% of senior members in the unit have completed QPR in the last 12 months

  • Minimum Eligibility Updated: Unit must have at least 2 current TLC graduates

• Registration Zone Updates

  • All new events default to Cadet & Senior Member only, Cadet Protection registration prerequisite default

  • Attendance by Unit report now has “Out of Echelon” filter, useful for DCPs & Wing/CCs to see when members are going outside of the wing

Opt into CEAP - Deadline (DCPs)

1 October

Deadline to Submit Winter Encampment Information (DCPs)

1 October

2027 QCUA Changes & Best Practices Webinar

4 October

Winter NCSA & LIFT/TOP Applications close

6 October

Winter NCSA & Lift TOP Unit Approvals Due

10 October

Winter NCSA & Lift TOP Wing Approvals & Highly Recommended Due

12 October

StellarXplorers Space STEM Competition - Registration Closes

14 October

CEAP Winter Application Opens

12 October

Winter NCSA Slotting Announcements

16 October

Winter NCSA Payments Due

15 November

CEAP Winter Application Closes

16 November 5PM CT

Program News

• National Conference Cadet Programs Update

• Winter Encampment - Important Information

  • DCPs! Be sure to Opt into CEAP for your wing by 1 October for the Winter season

  • DCPs, submit your Winter Encampment Information by 1 October

• Winter NCSA - Important Information

  • 15 September - Applications Open

  • 17 September - Informational Webinar

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• Orientation Flight Update - Wing Orientation Flight Plan, CAPR 60-1, 8.3.1.2

Training & Tools

• Cadets At School Publication updates

  • CAPR 60-3, Cadets at School, August 2026

  • CAPP 60-13 Cadets at School Program Guide, August 2026​

  • CAPF 60-88 Civil Air Patrol Cadets at School Charter Terms of Agreement, August 2026

• ENC AAR webinars (Register now!) 

  • Encampment Staff (Senior Staff and Cadre), Tuesday, 29 Sept, 7-7:45pm CT

  • All CAP Members, Wednesday, 30 Sept, 8-8:45pm CT

• 2027 QCUA Changes & Best Practices Webinar, on Sunday, 4 October, at 7pm, CT - Register Now!

• Registration Zone Office Hours - Register here

  • 1st Thursday of the month - 12-1pm CT

  • 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm CT

• Learn to Lead Activity Guide, Volume II - 25 New Ice Breakers & TLPS

Other Important Information

• The QCUA 2026 appeals due 12:00 CT 15 September

• 2027 QCUA Criteria

• Registration Zone Updates

  • Out OF Echelon Filter: Use this on Attendance by Unit Report to only see events members are going to outside of their echelon​

QCUA 2026 Appeals Due

15 Sept, noon CT

Winter 27 NCSA and Lift/Top Applications Open

15 September

Winter NCSA Informational Webinar

17 September

ENC AAR: Encampment Staff

29 September

ENC AAR: All CAP Members

30 September

Program News

• NCSA participants: Must update CAPHealth Profile within 30 days of the activity start date.

• National Conference Learning Sessions posted!

Training & Tools

• Cadet Wings Application Webinar recording posted

• Registration Zone Office Hours - Register here

  • 1st Thursday of the month - 12-1pm CT

  • 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm CT

• Cadet Medication Management Best Practices Training in Absorb! - Perfect for CCs, ADs, HSOs & Designees

Other Important Information

• The QCUA 2026 Award Year ends on 31 August!

  • Units need to enter qualifying local action events by the 31st for it to count towards QCUA 2026.

  • More info about Local Action and other QCUA reminders & best practices can be found here.

• Volunteer Positions Available

  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) & Business Software Liaison - closes 12 July 2026

• Cadet Programs Newsletter - a Resource for Parents & Cadets

Cadet Wings Application Opens

1 July, 8 AM CT

Registration Zone Office Hours

8 July, 7-8pm CT

Cadet Wings Application Office Hours

17 August, 7-9pm CT

National Conference - Kansas City, MO

28-29 August

QCUA Entries for 2025/2026 entered NLT 2359 CT

31 August 

Winter 27 NCSA and Lift/Top Applications Open

15 September

Program News

• NCSA participants: Must update CAPHealth Profile within 30 days of the activity start date.

• CEAP Round 2 - June 1 - 15

• National Conference Learning Sessions posted!

Training & Tools

• Registration Zone Office Hours - Register here

  • 1st Thursday of the month - 12-1pm CT

  • 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm CT

• Webinars

  • Cadet Wings Application Prep - 22 June 7PM CT

  • Encampment Staff Office Hours: Open to any encampment staff to ask questions/share best practices - Wednesday, 3 June, 8-8:45pm CT

• Cadet Medication Management Best Practices Training in Absorb! - Perfect for CCs, ADs, HSOs & Designees

• Publication Update:

  • CAPVA 60-102 Cadet Programs Fact Sheet

Other Important Information

• Volunteer Positions Available

  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) & Business Software Liaison - closes 12 June 2026

CEAP Round 2 Opens

1 June, 9 AM CT

CEAP Round 2 Closes

15 June, 5 PM CT

Cadet Wings Application Preparation

22 June, 7-9pm CT

Program News

• Host an  Air and Space Forces Association Summer CyberCamp in July

• High Altitude Balloon Challenge (HABC) Registration closes May 18

• Aviation Skywatch Mission (CAP/NASA) - 16 May

• NCSA participants: Must update CAPHealth Profile within 30 days of the activity start date.

• CEAP Round 2 - June 1 - 15

Training & Tools

• Registration Zone Office Hours - Register here

  • 1st Thursday of the month - 12-1pm CT

  • 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm CT

• Encampment Webinars

  • Top 10 Challenges to Success: For Encampment TOs and Chief TOs - Tuesday, 12 May, 7-7:45pm CT

  • A Culture for Optimal Performance: For Encampment Cadet Squadron Commanders, Cadet Command Staff, and Commandants - Tuesday, 26 May, 7-7:45pm CT

  • Encampment Staff Office Hours: Open to any encampment staff to ask questions/share best practices - Wednesday, 3 June, 8-8:45pm CT

• Publication Update:

  • CAPP 60-43: Cadet Wings Guide

  • CAPP 60-71: Encampment Student Handbook

  • CAPF 60-88: Cadet at School Charter Terms of Agreement

• eService Enhancements

  • Parent/Guardian Portal Enhancements:  View promotions track report, renew membership, update contact info - User guide coming soon. 

Other Important Information

• Volunteer Positions Available

  • National Cadet Advisory Council (NCAC) Assistant Advisor - closes 12 May 2026  

  • National Cadet School Program Assistant Coordinator - closes 6 June 2026

  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) & Business Software Liaison - closes 6 June 2026

  • Cadet Programs Orientation Flight Program Manager - closes 6 June 2026

• Volunteer Positions Coming Soon:

  • Encampment Best Practices Coordinator

• NCAC FY27 Chair & Vice Chair Applications close 29 May

  • Must be C/Lt Col and born after 1 October 2006

Ownership and Excellence in the Encampment Environment

7 May, 7pm CT

TLC Advanced 

12, 20, 28 May

Aviation Skywatch Mission (CAP/NASA)

16 May

High Altitude Balloon Challenge (HABC)

18 May 

NCAC FY27 Chair & Vice Chair Applications close

29 May

Program News

• High Altitude Balloon Challenge (HABC) Registration open

• Get Trained (in Absorb) to participate in the upcoming Aurora Watch mission

• NCSA Timeline

  • ​Mar 2-April 15: Standard Tuition Payment Window​

  • April 16-22: Late Tuition Payment Window (late fee applies)​

  • April 23: Any applicant not paid in full will be unslotted. There are no extensions.​

  • April 30: No refunds after this date (Some early summer activities will have an earlier no refund date)

• Important NFA dates

  • April 22: Document Compliance Deadline. Slotted cadets to submit valid, signed documents required for this activity​

  • April 23: Applicant removal if not paid in full and/or if documents are not received, are unsigned or otherwise invalid. 

  • **Earlier start NFAs may have earlier deadlines

• CEAP Round One (Spring/Summer ) Closes 15 April

Training & Tools

• New Cadet Safety Webpage

• Cadet Programs eServices Updates

• RST for Spring/Summer is live in Absorb - must be taken BEFORE staffing an activity

• Ownership and Excellence in the Encampment Environment webinar with General Aye - Register now in Absorb!

• Registration Zone Office Hours - Register here

  • 1st Thursday of the month - 12-1pm CT

  • 2nd Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm CT

• TLC Advanced - May registration open

Other Important Information

• Volunteer Positions Available

  •  Fitness Program Coordinator - closes 16 April 2026

  • Documentation Specialist, Cadet Aviation - closes 16 April 2026

• Volunteer Positions Coming Soon:

  • NCAC Assistant Advisor

  • School Program Assistant Coordinator

  • Encampment Best Practices Coordinator

  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) & Business Software Liaison

High Altitude Balloon Challenge (HABC) Registration

April 1st - May 18th

RST for Spring/Summer course Opens

1 April

Registration Zone Office Hours (1st Thursday) - Register here

2 April, 12-1 PM CT

Registration Zone Office Hours (2nd Wednesday) - Register here

8 April, 7-8 PM CT

CEAP Round 1 Closes

15 April, 5 PM CT

NCSA/CSA/NFA Standard Payment Window Ends

15 April 

NCSA/CSA/NFA Late Payment Window

16-22 April

NFA Medical Certificate & Student Pilot Certificate Due

22 April

Program News

• High Altitude Balloon Challenge (HABC) Registration opens April 1st - May 18th

• NCSA Timeline

  • Mar 14: Slotted Cadets must accept slot in writing by this date​

  • Mar 15: Activity Directors will fill unconfirmed slots​

  • ​Mar 2-April 15: Standard Tuition Payment Window​

  • April 16-22: Late Tuition Payment Window (late fee applies)​

  • April 23: Any applicant not paid in full will be unslotted. There are no extensions.​

  • April 30: No refunds after this date (Some early summer activities will have an earlier no refund date)

• Important NFA dates

  • April 22: Document Compliance Deadline. Slotted cadets to submit valid, signed documents required for this activity​

  • April 23: Applicant removal if not paid in full and/or if documents are not received, are unsigned or otherwise invalid. 

  • **Earlier start NFAs may have earlier deadlines

Training & Tools

• None at this time

Other Important Information

• Volunteer Positions Available

  • Youth Aviation Initiative Panel Member - 26 March 2026

  • TLC Intermediate Coordinator  - closes 31 March 2026

  • Staff Coordinator - Closes 31 March 2026

  • Program Manager, Cadet Orientation Flights - Closes 31 March 2026

• eServices Update

  • Expiration Widgets now includes 

    • Membership expiration date 

    • First pilot qualification set to expire 

    • Highest Emergency Services (ES) skill set to expire

  • Duty Position Module - You now can't add a person to a position that requires CPP Advanced, unless they have current CPP Advanced

Slotting Notifications & Notifications

Beginning of March

NCSA: Deadline for Slotted Cadets to confirm acceptance of slot, in writing

14 March

Award Nominations Due: Sorenson Award (Region), Squadron of Merit & Distinction

15 March

CEAP Round 1 Opens

15 March, 9 AM CT

Program News

• NCSAs Important Dates

• National Conference - Call for Proposals for Cadet Programs Learning Sessions - Closes 4 March

Training & Tools

• CAPP 60-70, Encampment Guide - Major Update

• CAPP 60-12, Parents' Guide - Minor Update

• CAPP60-20, New Cadet Guide - Minor Update

Other Important Information

• Volunteer Positions Available

  • TLC Intermediate Coordinator  - closes 31 March 2026

  • Staff Coordinator - Closes 31 March 2026

  • Program Manager, Cadet Orientation Flights - Closes 31 March 2026

• CAP/NASA Skywatch (March-May)- Registration Closes 14 Feb

• Aurora Watch Mission (can participate as an individual cadet)

• NASA Micro Internship (if participating in any of the NASA missions)

  • Two cadets per region selected

• Registration Zone Updates - Add-ons & Surveys - Releasing 18 February

NCSA/NFA/Lift/TOP/Scholarships - Wing Approval & Highly recommend due

1 Feb

Summer Encampment Info Due to NHQ

1 Feb

Sorenson Award Nomination (Wing)

15 Feb

Slotting Notifications & Notifications

Beginning of March

NCSA: Deadline for Slotted Cadets to confirm acceptance of slot, in writing

14 March

Award Nominations Due: Sorenson Award (Region), Squadron of Merit & Distinction

15 March

CEAP Round 1 Opens

15 March, 9 AM CT

CEAP Round 1 Closes

15 April, 5 PM CT

Program News

• TLC 36-month expiration went into effect 1 Jan

• Encampment

  • 1 Feb - Deadline to submit ENC info

  • CEAP Round 1 

    • Open 14 March

    • Closes 15 April

  • CEAP Round 2

    • Opens 1 June

    • Closes 15 June

• NCSA/NFA Information

  • Important Dates

    • 15 January at 12pm CT Applications close NCSA/Lift Top/Scholarships​ (late applications not accepted)

    • Jan 18 – Unit Approval and Parent Approval due in Registration Zone​

    • 1 Feb Wing Approval & Highly Recommended due

    • 1 Feb, 12pm CT - NFA Third Class Medical must be uploaded or cadets will not be slotted

    • 2 March (on or around) Project slotting Notifications

  • Lift/Top is a separate application​

  • Scholarships are organized under a primary Scholarship Reg Zone event​

  • Engineering Technologies Academy (Tennessee) is seeking 5-6 Senior Staff members, including a Finance Officer and HSO

Training & Tools

• CAP VA 160-200 NOC reporting Workflow

Other Important Information

• CAP/NASA Skywatch (March-May)- Registration Closes 14 Feb

• Aurora Watch Mission (can participate as an individual cadet)

• NASA Micro Internship (if participating in any of the NASA missions)

• New Parent/Guardian Portal available

TLC 36 Month expiration began

1 January

NCSA/NFA/Lift/TOP/Scholarships - Applications close

15 Jan 12 pm CT

NCSA/NFA/Lift/TOP/Scholarships - Unit & Parent Approvals Due

18 Jan

Program News

• Summer NCSA Applications open December 15 (12PM central)

  • NEW! NCSA Course Catalog PDF

  • 8 new activities this summer

• LIFT /TOP & Scholarship applications are now in Registration Zone - Open December 15 (12PM central) - Closes January 15

• NSCA, LIFT/TOP, & Scholarship Timeline

  • Dec 15 - Applications Open

  • Jan 15 - Applications Close

  • Jan 18 - Unit & Parent Approval Due

  • Feb 1 - Wing Approval & 

• Winter CEAP - Applications open 1 Dec & Close 15 Dec 5pm CT

  • Decisions made 16 December

• It is never too early to provide Encampment info! Submit it here (due 1 Feb).

Training & Tools

• Publication Updates

  • CAPP 60-71 Cadet Encampment Handbook updated

  • CAPP 60-74 Activity Director's Guide

  • CAPF 60-80 - CAP Activity Permission Slip updated

  • CAPF 60-81 - Application for CAP Encampment or Special Activity Updated

  • CAPF 60-90 series - Cadet Leadership Feedback updated

Other Important Information

• Aurora Watch Mission (can participate as an individual cadet)

  • NASA Micro Internship (if participating in Aurora Watch)

• Coming Soon in January! Sky Watch  

• STEM Kits are still on pause as a result of the government shutdown

• Maj Lee Guidry - New Cadet Accommodations Coordinator

• Wreaths Across America! Counts as a Local Action Activity for QCUA

• New Parent/Guardian Portal available

CEAP-Winter Encampment - Application open

1 Dec

CEAP-Winter Encampment - Application Close

15 Dec (5pm CT)

 Summer NSCA, LIFT/TOP, & Scholarship Application Open

 15 Dec (12pm CT)

Program News

• It is never too early to provide Encampment info! Submit it here.

• Encampment commanders and commandant of cadets, NCSA and NFA activity directors and deputies, are now available as duty positions

  • Encampment commanders and commandants are assigned at the wing-level

  • National activities (NCSAs and NFAs) are assigned at the national-level with CAP/CP. 

Training & Tools

• CAPP 60-11, Cadet Programs Officers' Handbook has been updated

• CAPP 60-73 RCLS Director Guide now available

• Winter RST (Required Staff Training) now live in Absorb!

• Save the date for the 2026 National Conference in Kansas City, MO - August 28-29, 2026.

  • The conference with have a strong Youth Development & Cadet Programs focus.

    • As a result, the Youth Development Conference will be cancelled for January 2026. 

• Cyber.Org Partnership Enhances Cybersecurity Educations for Cadets 

Other Important Information

• Programs affected by the Government Shutdown 

  • Curry Uniform Vouchers are paused and will be issued at a later date

  • Shipping of Cadet Kits & Certificates is paused 

• Volunteer Positions:

  • Cadet Programs Leadership Support [formerly DCP Development Coordinator] (Closes 23 Nov)

  • Program Manager, Cadet Orientation Flights (Closes 2 Nov)

  • Program Specialist, Cadet Protection (Closes 2 Nov)

• Aerospace Education: Design our next CAP/NASA Mission Patch - Details coming soon. 

  • opens at 1200 Eastern on Oct 18 and closes at 2300 Eastern on Nov 15. All cadets are invited to participate.

CEAP opens

1 Nov

Volunteer Positions Applications close

2 Nov & 23 Nov

Program News

• NCSA Winter Timeline

  • 8 Oct (12pm CT) Applications close for Winter NCSA & Winter LIFT/TOP

  • 10 Oct - Unit Approvals Due

  • 12 Oct - Wing Approvals & Highly Recommended Due

  • 13-15 Oct Supplemental Application Review

  • 16 Oct Auto slotting and Quality Check Conducted

  • 17 Oct Project slotting Notifications

• It is never too early to provide Encampment info! Submit it here.

• Encampment commanders and commandant of cadets, NCSA and NFA activity directors and deputies, are now available as duty positions

  • Encampment commanders and commandants are assigned at the wing-level

  • National activities (NCSAs and NFAs) are assigned at the national-level with CAP/CP. 

Training & Tools

• CAPP 60-11, Cadet Programs Officers' Handbook has been updated

• Summer 2026 Activity Info Webinar for Wing and Unit Leaders - 16 Oct, 7pm CT

• CAPP 60-73 RCLS Director Guide now available

• Winter RST (Required Staff Training) now live in Absorb!

• RCLS Office Hours (for Region DCS-CPs and RCLS Directors) - 12 Oct

• Save the date for the 2026 National Conference in Kansas City, MO - August 28-29, 2026.

  • The conference with have a strong Youth Development & Cadet Programs focus.

    • As a result, the Youth Development Conference will be cancelled for January 2026. 

• Cyber.Org Partnership Enhances Cybersecurity Educations for Cadets 

Other Important Information

• Programs affected by the Government Shutdown 

  • Curry Uniform Vouchers are paused and will be issued at a later date

  • Shipping of Cadet Kits & Certificates is paused 

• Volunteer Positions:

  • Cadet Programs Leadership Support [formerly DCP Development Coordinator] (Closes 23 Nov)

  • Cadet Programs Conference Support Specialist (Closes 24 Oct)

  • Program Manager, Cadet Orientation Flights (Closes 2 Nov)

  • Program Specialist, Cadet Protection (Closes 2 Nov)

• Aerospace Education: Design our next CAP/NASA Mission Patch - Details coming soon. 

  • opens at 1200 Eastern on Oct 18 and closes at 2300 Eastern on Nov 15. All cadets are invited to participate.

CyberPatriot Team Registrations Close

1 October

QCUA Local Action & Best Webinar

5 October

RCLS Office Hours

12 Oct 7-8pm CT

StellarXplorers Team Registrations Close

15 Oct

Summer 2026 Activity Info Webinar for Wing and Unit Leaders

16 Oct, 7PM CT

AE CAP/NASA Mission Patch Design Contest Opens

18 Oct

Volunteer Position: Conference Support Specialist Application Closes

24 Oct

CEAP opens

1 Nov

Volunteer Positions Applications close

2 Nov & 23 Nov

Program News

• NASA/CAP Micro Internships for Aurora Watch for Cadets & Senior Members - Apply today! Applications close 20 Sept

  • Dates: Oct 1- Nov 30; 3-5 hours per week; unpaid; 

  • Questions email CAP/NASA Coordinator for Micro Internship Questions: shannon.babb@utwg.cap.gov

• Winter National Flight academies - Cadet applicants will be required to have their FAA Third Class Medical at the time of application.

• NCSA Winter Timeline

  • 15 Sept: Applications open for Winter NCSA & Winter LIFT/TOP

  • 8 Oct (12pm CT) Applications close for Winter NCSA & Winter LIFT/TOP

  • 10 Oct - Unit Approvals Due

  • 12 Oct - Wing Approvals Due

  • 13-15 Oct Supplemental Application Review

  • 16 Oct Auto slotting and Quality Check Conducted

  • 17 Oct Project slotting Notifications

• QPR Marketing Toolkit available 

• Save the date for the 2026 National Conference in Kansas City, MO - August 28-29, 2026.

  • The conference with have a strong Youth Development & Cadet Programs focus.

    • As a result, the Youth Development Conference will be cancelled for January 2026. 

Training & Tools

• TLC Advanced; 27-28 September interested, email BPierson@cap.gov

  • Open to DCPs (and Assistants), Wing Command (and deputies) and those involved with wing-level Cadet Programs

• ENC AAR Meetings

  • Tues 23 Sept, 7-8pm CT, Invite Only​ - (Region/Wing CCs, DCS-CPs, DCPs, ENC CCs)​

  • Thurs 25 Sept, 8-9pm CT, All ENC Staff​ 

  • Sun 28 Sept, 7-8pm CT, Any CAP Members​

• Encampment Student Handbooks are being updated for Winter encampments. ENC commanders, submit your orders

• QCUA Local Action & Best Webinar - 5 October

Other Important Information

• Employee Position: Director of Cadet Programs

  • Closes 25 September 2025

• Volunteer Positions Coming Soon:

  • Program Manager, Cadet Orientation Flights

  • DCP Development Coordinator

  • Cadet Programs Conference Support Specialist

  • Program Specialist, Cadet Protection

• Pamphlet Publications

  • A draft of CAPR 20-1: Inspector General Program has been posted to the Regulations for Preview page. Effective 15 Sept

Cadet Wings Applications Close

1 Sept @noon CT

Winter NCSA Applications Open

15 Sept

Lift/Top Applications for Winter NCSAs Open

15 Sept

Last day to Appeal QCUA 

15 Sept @noon CT

Accredited Cadet Special Activity Nominations due for Summer 2026 (first time & Renewals) 

19 Sept

ENC AAR Meeting - All ENC Staff

25 Sept, 8PM CT

TLC Advanced

27-28 Sept

ENC AAR Meeting - Any CAP Members

28 Sept. 7PM CT

Program News

• Standdown on using UAS on military installations/federal installations

• Regulations Available for Preview:

  • CAPR 60-1Cadet Program Management - Effective 18 August 2025 - Preview Now!

  • CAPR 60-2 Cadet Protection Program - Effective 18 August 2025 - Preview now - corrected copy now available

  • CAPR 39-2 ICL Civil Air Patrol Membership- Effective 18 August 2025

  • ICL to CAPR 160-1(I) Operation of the CAP Health Services Program- Effective 18 August 2025 - corrected copy now available

• Pamphlet Publications

  • CAPP 60-13 Cadets at School Program Overview for Educators  - August 18

  • CAPP 60-35 - Cadet Advisory Council - August 18

• Forms

  • CAPF 60-85 - Cadet Independent Study - August 18

  • CAPF 60-88 - CAP Cadets at School Program MOU - Published

• Save the date for the 2026 National Conference in Kansas City, MO - August 28-29, 2026.

  • The conference with have a strong Youth Development & Cadet Programs focus.

    • As a result, the Youth Development Conference will be cancelled for January 2026. 

Training & Tools

• Cadet Protection Training Renewal changes to 12 months on 28 August - Renew now in Absorb!

• Cadet Wing Application Office hours - 17 August, 7Pm CT - Come ask your questions!

• Bi Weekly CyberPatriot and StellarXplorers coaching training & Support

• What Cadet Protection Course to I take to renew?

  • CPPT Q&A Webinar Recording with Katie Thurson

• ENC AAR Meetings

  • Tues 23 Sept, 7-8pm CT, Invite Only​ - (Region/Wing CCs, DCS-CPs, DCPs, ENC CCs)​

  • Thurs 25 Sept, 8-9pm CT, All ENC Staff​ 

  • Sun 28 Sept, 7-8pm CT, Any CAP Members​

Other Important Information

• NEW! Accelerate to Aviator: Solo Award. Funds available for cadets to earn their Solo Endorsement. More info coming soon. 

• 2024-2025 QCUA Outside Activities

  • All Outside Activity Credit added on 5 Aug, appeal by 15 Sept if credit is missing

Cadet Wings Office Hours

17 August, 7pm

 New regulations go into effect- Preview now

18 August

Quality Cadet Unit Award 24-25 Period Ends

31 August

CPPT 12-month currency renewal begins

31 August, 11:59 PM

Program News

• Draft Regulations Available for Preview:

  • CAPR 60-1Cadet Program Management - Effective 18 August 2025 - Preview Now!

  • CAPR 60-2 Cadet Protection Program - Effective 18 August 2025 - Preview now!

  • CAPR 39-2 Civil Air Patrol Membership- Effective 18 August 2025

  • ICL to CAPR 160-1(I) Operation of the CAP Health Services Program- Effective 18 August 2025

• Cadet Wings Application Open 1 July - 1 September

Training & Tools

• Cadet Protection Training Renewal changes to 12 months on 28 August - Renew now in Absorb!

• Cadet Wings Application Prep Webinar Recording is Available

• CAP Year of Ownership Mid-Year Review - July 2

• Encampment, NCSA, and Activity Marketing Playbook - Published 24 June 2025

Other Important Information

• Volunteer Positions Available:

  • Cadet Accommodations Coordinator, closes 13 July

  • Scholarship Panel Member (three positions) closes, July 13

  • NASA Missions Director (AE), Closes 13 July

  • NASA Missions National Area Commander (AE) Closes 13 July

  • NASA Missions National Coordinator (AE), Closes 13 July

• Employment Position - posting soon - Director of Cadet Programs

• 2024 Annual Report Available

• Fundraising Resources Available

Cadet Wings Applications 

1 July - 1 Sept @noon Central

CAP Year of Ownership Mid-Year Review

2 July 

Program News

• New Version: CAPR 60-2 Cadet Protection Program - Effective 18 August 2025 - Preview now!

• Cadet Protection moves to 12 month renewal on 27 August 2025 (see email from the National Commander) - Renew now!

Training & Tools

• TLC On Demand - Self-guided pathway to TLC credit - Launches 18 June
• Year of Ownership - A Culture of Reporting and Ownership - presented by Col. Joe Winter, CAP's inspector general, and Katie Thurson,  Youth Protection Manager - June 5 - Register here!

Other Important Information

• None at this time

Year of Ownership - A Culture of Reporting and Ownership

5 June

TLC On Demand Launch

18 June 2025

Program News

• Regulations & Pamphlets updates

  • Important Regulation updates coming in the CAPR 60-1 & CAPR 60-2 Update

  • CAPP 79-10 Cadet Medication Management Best Practices Published

    • Memo from the National Commander

  • Interim Change Letter – CAPR 190-1, Civil Air Patrol Public Affairs Program - Changes to website s & social media for local units, wings/regions & activities.

• High Altitude Balloon Challenge - Registration extended to 16 May!

Training & Tools

• Cadet Protection

  • Cadet Protection Basic Renewal Course Updated!

  • Cadet Protection Advanced User Guide

  • Cadet Protection Completion Report fixed in eServices

  • CAPP 60-14 First Talk Guide has been updated

• Encampment Training

  • Required Staff Training has Launched!

    • Online Modules are available in Absorb.

    • CAPP 60-72 Required Staff Training is live!

  • All Encampment staff meeting (cadets & Seniors) with General Aye - Let's Own Our Encampment Experience - Register in Absorb! 13 May 

  • Cadet & Senior Command: Planning for ENC Success - Part 1 - 27 May

  • All ENC Staff: Encampment Staff Office Hours - 1 June

  • Training Officers: Planning for ENC Success - Part 2 - 4 June

• Aerospace - AEX

  • New lessons - out of the box/ready to teach hands on activities - in Absorb

    • Find in the Resources section in the Menu

• CAPHealth for Activities

  • CAP Services Operations & Best Practices Webinar - Register in Absorb

Other Important Information

• Real ID compliance now in effect for flights & federal buildings.

• Volunteer Positions available:

  • NCSA Assistant Coordinator (three Positions) - Closes 8 June

  • Scholarship Panel Member (three Positions) - Closes 8 June

• NCAC Chair & Vice Chair Applications open now - close 28 May

  • Open to Eaker & higher cadets born after 10/1/2005

• Year of Ownership Webinar series can count towards Conference Credit!

CEAP Round 1 Applications Close (best chance of funding for ALL Encs)

1 May

CEAP Round 1 decisions

2 May

Year of Ownership - Enhancing Cadet Protection with Katie Thurson

8 May

High Altitude Balloon Challenge - Registration Closes

16 May

All Encampment staff meeting (cadets & Seniors) with General Aye - Let's Own Our Encampment Experience - Register in Absorb

13 May

LIFT/TOP Travel Reimbursement Submissions Due

15 May

NCAC Chair & Vice Chair Applications Close

28 May

Cadet Wings applications 

1 July - 1 Sept

Program News

• Regulations & Pamphlets updates

  • Important Regulation updates coming in the CAPR 60-1 & CAPR 60-2 Update

  • CAPP 79-10 Cadet Medication Management Best Practices Published

    • Memo from the National Commander

  • Interim Change Letter – CAPR 190-1, Civil Air Patrol Public Affairs Program - Changes to website s & social media for local units, wings/regions & activities.

  • CAPP 60-43 Cadet Wings Guide - New editions coming soon!

    • Review updates to the Distinguished Guadutate section

• High Altitude Balloon Challenge - Registration open!

Training & Tools

• Cadet Medications Best Practices Webinar - April 27th (7:00PM CT) - Registration coming soon in Absorb

• Year of Ownership:

  • Enhancing Cadet Protection  with Katie Thurson - May 8 -Registration in Absorb coming soon!

  • Panel Discussion on Airworthiness and Ownership Scheduled - 9 April 

• Strengthening CAP's Commitment to Cadet Safety: National Child Abuse Prevention Month 

Other Important Information

• Employee Position Coming Soon: Program Manager for Cadet Support Services

• Volunteer Positions Coming Soon:

  • NCSA Assistant Coordinator (three Positions)

  • Scholarship Panel Member (three Positions)

  • Spaatz Exam Reviewer (two Positions)

• Cadets! Check your email for the NCSA Survey for topics you'd like to see as a future NCSA

Panel Discussion on Airworthiness and Ownership

9 April

Cadet Medications Best Practices Webinar

27 April

Encampment Commanders Officer Hours

29 April

NCSA final Payments Due for Slotted Applicants

30 April

Program News

• Important Regulation updates coming in the 1 April CAPR 60-1 & CAPR 60-2 Update

Training & Tools

• Year of Ownership:

  • Cadet Protection Ownership Panel Recording posted

  • Extreme Ownership Principles Recording posted

  • Extreme Ownership Discussion - March 26 - Register here!

  • Panel Discussion on Airworthiness and Ownership Scheduled - 9 April 

Other Important Information

• Interim Change Letter – CAPR 190-1, Civil Air Patrol Public Affairs Program - Changes to website s & social media for local units, wings/regions & activities.

• Call Issued for Command Chief Nominations - Deadline 1 April

• New National Cadet Team Employee: JaMi Hansen,  Program Administrator, Cadet Career Exploration Camps

• New Employee Opening (hybrid @ Maxwell AFB, AL): Program Administrator, Cadet Aviation - questions email: kschmidt@capnhq.gov

CEAP Round 1 Opens

1 March

SOM (Wing)/SOD(Region) & CP Mission Award Deadline (Region)

15 March

Activity Programs Saftey Discussion for ENC & RCLS Commanders, Saftey Officers, HSOs, & DCPs

16 March

NCSA Summer deposts Due

31 March

NCSA final Payments Due

30 April

CEAP Round 1 Applications Close

1 May

Program News

• TLC Basic & TLC Intermediate online Modules have moved to Absorb - Sept 10

  • Credit for completed modules has been transferred. 

• RCLS and NCOA Proposed Curriculum - Feedback wanted

• Activities Important Dates:

  • October 1     Applications Open for Winter/Spring Activities​ (NCSA/CSA)

  • October 25      Initial Application Deadline for Priority Placement​

  • November 1    Unit Approvals completed in RegZone​

  • November 8    Wing Approvals in RegZone / Wing​ Highly Recommend​

  • November 25     Slotting Announcements to Cadet Participants​

  • December 6    Final payments for December Activities, initial​ payment for spring activities​

  • January 15      Final participant payment for spring activities​

• Timeline for Cadet Special Activity (CSA) & National Flight Academy (NFA)​ Accreditation Process​

  • September 16 - Solicit CSA, NFA nominations for Activities occurring in the months of 2025 May – 2026 April.​

  • October 15 - Deadline for CSA, NFA nominations - Review and Approval Time Period​

  • November 25 - Activities Announced​

  • December 1- Registration Opens for Activities (including NCSA)

Training & Tools

• NEW! eServices Quick Reference Guide  - CAPV 60-116

• Cadet Aviation Flowchart - included fall squadron malling!

• CAPP 60-34 Drill & Ceremonies Practical Tests has been updated. Effective 1 September 2024. 

• Marketing has recently released three new pamphlets to aid Cadets Program Officers.

  • CAPP 150-12 Encampment & NCSA Marketing Playbook 

  • CAPP 150-15 Marksmanship & Shooting Sports Branding Guidance & Marketing Best Practices

  • CAPP 150-17 Open House & Recruitment Playbook 

Other Important Information

• TLC-Basic Instructors needed for National Courses

• Registration Zone & CAP Health Updates

  • Prerequisites - Medical Profile & Professional Levels tasks can be added as prerequisites

  • Manage Events – Forms can now download in bulk ​

    • CEAP Integrations – CEAP status of pending or funded will block payment ​

    • CEAP - Pending Unit CC Approval​

    • CEAP - Pending NHQ Review​

    • CEAP - NHQ Funded ​

  • Slotting - ​

    • Set up slots & set dates to hide statuses while slotting / block payments​

    • Manually Slot (recommended method) & Auto Slot multiple events​

    • Send Slotted & Alternate emails on manual & auto slotting pages​

  • NCSA Integrations​

    • CAP/CP will be setting up all CSA/NCSA events​

    • Slottable Event Preferences is available for registrants to rank their CSA/NCSAs​

    • Wing Highly Recommend module is available to boost slot score​

Encampment Commander's Survey Closes

13 Sept

Cadet Wings Applications Close

15 Sept @12:00 CT

Appoint CAC representatives by

 15 Sept

Quality Cadet Unit Award Appeals Deadline/Final List Announced

15 September / 23 September

Post-encampment Survey (cadets & staff) Closes 

19 Sept

Winter CSA/NCSA Applications Open/Close

1 October – 8 November

Start of New Cadet Advisory Council Term

1 October

CadetInvest Applications Open/Close for Winter NCSAs

1 October – 8 November @ 1200 CT

CadetInvest Applications Open/Close for Summer NCSAs

1 October – 15 January @ 1200 CT

CAEP for Winter Encampments 

1 Nov - 1 Dec

Program News

• eServices Updates for TLC Basic & TLC Intermediate - Coming Soon!

• News + Innovations - 2024 now available!

Training & Tools

• Cadet Wings Office Hour - Tuesday, August 13th at 7pm CT

• Update CAPP 60-34 Drill & Ceremonies Practical Tests Available soon. Effective 1 September 2024. 

Other Important Information

• National Employee Postions Available:

  • Program Manager, Cadet Career Exploration Camps - Closes 15 Aug

  • Chief People Officer - Closes 20 Aug

• Absorb launched 30 July! User guides available

  • Guidance for Cadets & Cadet Programs Officers

  • Guidance for Cadets with Out-of-Order Aerospace 

• TLC-Basic Instructors needed for National Courses

Appoint CAC representatives

1 Aug - 15 Sept

Cadet Wings Office Hour

13 Aug, 7:00 PM CT

National Conference - San Antonio, TX

16-17 Aug

Quality Cadet Unit Award (QCUA) Deadline

31 August

Program News

• None at this time

Training & Tools

• Upadate CAPP 60-34 Drill & Ceremonies Practical Tests Available soon. Effective 1 September 2024. 

Other Important Information

• Absorb launch anticipated for 30 July! User guides available

  • Guidance for Cadets & Cadet Programs Officers

  • Guidance for Cadets with Out-of-Order Aerospace 

• TLC-Basic Instructors needed for National Courses

Cadet Wings Applications open - First Come First Serve

1 July, Closes 15 Sept

Absorb LMS Launch

30 July