Hi everyone,
Camp’s all packed up and we’re ready to head out. You’re tired cadets will be ready for pick up at the Squadron Headquarters at 2pm. See you there.
OCdt Couroux
Hi everyone,
Camp’s all packed up and we’re ready to head out. You’re tired cadets will be ready for pick up at the Squadron Headquarters at 2pm. See you there.
OCdt Couroux
WOW! Couldn’t ask for a better day for gliding. 10 cadets from 809 Sqn, along with cadets from 79 Sqn in Port Colborne, journeyed up to the Central Niagara Airport for a morning of flying. When not flying, cadets participated as members of the ground crew. As an added bonus, we watched skydivers throughout the morning and also had a visit by a Piper Cub in USAF D-Day colours. What a great way to end off a busy weekend.
Hello parents. Heads up, we’re late (typical fashion). Anticipated ETA is around 7:15 or so back to the LHQ. Traffic is the main issue. I’ll post again if there’s a change.
OCdt Couroux
We’re finally heading home. Unfortunately we’re not looking to pull in until about 6:00pm.
OCdt Couroux
Hi Everyone,
Yes, we finished early, unfortunately our bus driver wasn’t aware. Returning at the original time of 5:30 pm. I’ll post another message if things change.
OCdt Couroux
Well, it looks like the competition will be ending earlier than planned. We were originally looking at returning around 5:30pm, now it looks like the timing will be closer to 4:30pm.
I’ll post another notification if that timing changes. Please check back prior to picking up your cadet.
Regards,
OCdt Couroux
Here’s the kit list for the upcoming FTX. Keep in mind that this is late November. There will be chances of snow, rain and even freezing rain, so make sure you have the appropriate items to keep you dry and warm.
Make sure to include the following items, along with the items in the kit list mentioned further below.
Note: For cold weather, it’s always better to dress in layers. If you get too warm, you can remove layers to prevent yourself from sweating. Sweating will cause you to eventually get cold and uncomfortable. Keeping yourself warm and dry will be essential to a safe and fun experience.
We’ll be sleeping in cabins this time around so it should make things more comfortable. We’ll also be supplying CAF issued sleeping bags, so there’s no need to take this with you. Remember! One cadet, one kit. Make sure you can carry and keep track of your own belongings.
Here’s the kit list:
809 SQN EXERCISE
23-25 Nov 18
PERSONAL CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT LIST
NOTE: We are not responsible for lost or broken items, and have a zero tolerance for theft.
Any questions, please ask any one of the staff members.
OCdt Couroux
Hi Everyone,
Mrs Gowans would like everyone to be aware of the following 2 documents. Please follow the link below each description to download the files
1/ Effective Speaking Timeline 2018 – A schedule of events throughout 2018-19
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o7BRLU9AWCP7mHUPvqKxv0N_JkepABBp/view?usp=sharing
2/ Outline for Effective Speaking Speech – A guide to help cadets plan their speech
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QwHcsGmctM9aX97MH9epbTezcBiHe0Jl/view?usp=sharing
Please consult Mrs Gowans if you have any questions
Regards,
OCdt Couroux
Hi Everyone,
As per our previous discussions, Mrs Gowans will be preparing cadets for the upcoming Effective Speaking Competition.
All cadets are encouraged to attend. It’s suggested that levels 2 and 3 make every effort to attend and take part. Not only is this an essential part of your training, the lessons you learn from taking part in this experience will stick with you for life and will help you as you progress in your careers when you become adults.
At the bottom of the post are the topics for the competition. Please look over the topics and research one that appeals to you. Be prepared to commit to a topic for the class this Monday night.
Also, please go to the following link to download the cadet workbook. Mrs Gowans would like you to complete the first assignment for Monday’s class, which is basically introducing yourselves following the framework provided in the workbook under assignment 1. This will be your first prepared 2-3 minute speech and will be about yourselves.
The following are the competition topics:
1. What is a Canadian?
2. 3D Printer Technology – how will it impact our future?
3. Should the voting age be lowered to 16?
4. How is today’s technology causing gaps in communications?
5. How will legalizing cannabis affect our society?
6. Why should cadets be involved in fundraising for the program?
7. The positive and negative effects of advances in technology.
8. What happened to the Avro Arrow and is it time for a new one?
9. Peer pressure amongst today’s youth – fact or fiction?
10. What is the importance of gender equality in today’s youth?
11. How could the cadet program fill the gap in the aviation industry?
12. Cadet’s Choice of Topic on either of the Categories:
a. Cadet Life
b. Science and Technology
c. Aviation
d. Canadian History or Citizenship
Speeches are to be 5-6 minutes in length.
Cadets are to review above topics, research the topic, and choose and commit to a topic by November 5th, 2018.
Please direct your questions to Mrs Gowans. Have fun with this.
OCdt Couroux
For those that want to help out this morning:
Where: Kurtz Orchard – East-West line near the parkway. Just east of Peller estates, green barn
When: 9am this morning, for about an hour
Going to be a quick one this morning. Whoever can help will be welcome.