NASA $1,000 contest entries due today

Today is the day! Cadets, be sure to get your entries in today by email or regular mail with a 5 August postmark, for NASA's "Because it Flew" competition.

NASA and USA Today are giving away six $1,000 prizes to students ages 9-17 in the art competition. To enter, students submit a piece of original art depicting the space shuttle's impact humanity during its 30-year career. Entrants also submit a 250-word essay.

For more information, check out the competition's website at the link below.
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-competition

This is not a CAP contest and is open to youth nationwide.

Good luck cadets!

Two days left to win $1,000 from NASA

The deadline is just days away! Cadets, be sure to get your entries in by this Friday, 5 August, for NASA's "Because it Flew" competition.

NASA and USA Today are giving away six $1,000 prizes to students ages 9-17 in the art competition. To enter, students submit a piece of original art depicting the space shuttle's impact humanity during its 30-year career. Entrants also submit a 250-word essay.

Complete entries must be submitted via email or postal mail postmarked no later than Friday.

For more information, check out the competition's website at the link below.
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-competition

This is not a CAP contest and is open to youth nationwide.

Good luck cadets!

NASA to give youth six $1,000 prizes

NASA and USA Today are giving away six $1,000 prizes to students ages 9-17 in the "Because it Flew" art competition. To enter, students submit a piece of original art depicting the space shuttle's impact humanity during its 30-year career. Entrants also submit a 250-word essay.

Complete entries must be submitted via email or postal mail postmarked by 5 August, 2011.

For more information, check out the competition's website at the link below.
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-competition

This is not a CAP contest and is open to youth nationwide.

Good luck cadets!

Win $1,000 in NASA contest

NASA and USA Today are giving away six $1,000 prizes to students ages 9-17 in the "Because it Flew" art competition. To enter, students submit a piece of original art depicting the space shuttle's impact humanity during its 30-year career. Entrants also submit a 250-word essay.

Complete entries must be submitted via email or postal mail postmarked by 5 August, 2011.

For more information, check out the competition's website at the link below.
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-competition

This is not a CAP contest and is open to youth nationwide.

Good luck cadets!

Nasa contest deadline Aug. 5

NASA and USA Today are giving away six $1,000 prizes to students ages 9-17 in the "Because it Flew" art competition. To enter, students submit a piece of original art depicting the space shuttle's impact humanity during its 30-year career. Entrants also submit a 250-word essay.

Complete entries must be submitted via email or postal mail postmarked by 5 August, 2011.

For more information, check out the competition's website at the link below.
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-competition

This is not a CAP contest and is open to youth nationwide.

Good luck cadets!

USA Today, NASA create STEM activities

NASA and USA Today have teamed up to create a set of STEM-based activities appropriate for youth ages 9-17. The national standards-based activities align with CAP's Aerospace Education mission and promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Activity packets can be downloaded online, for free, at the link below:
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-activities/

The activities were created in conjunction with the "Because it Flew" art competition commemorating the space shuttle's storied 30-year career. To enter the contest, youth ages 9-17 submit a piece of original artwork symbolizing the shuttle's impact and a 250-word essay explaining their art. Complete entries may be submitted through email or postal mail, postmarked by 5 August 2011.

While created in conjunction with one another, the STEM activity curriculum and space shuttle art competition are independent of one another. Youth do not have to participate in the STEM activities in order to enter the art contest.

For more information and entry applications for the "Because it Flew" space shuttle art contest, visit the link below...
http://usatodayeducate.com/wordpress/index.php/because-it-flew-competition

NASA hosts shuttle art contest, prize money

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Institute of Aerospace (NIA), and USA TODAY Education are pleased to invite students and educators to participate in a free innovative arts integration educational program that introduces students grades 4-12 (ages 9-17) to the impact of the NASA Space Shuttle Program on our planet and people.

“Because It Flew” (BIF) is designed as an engaging and informative project that commemorates the 30-year history of the Space Shuttle program and the lasting value of scientific discoveries and technological advances that emerged because it flew. The goal is to engage students, their families and communities in understanding the historical significance of 30 years of innovation, exploration, education and sacrifice that will define NASA’s Space Shuttle era.

In early May 2011, the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities (PCAH) introduced its newly released landmark report, Re-Investing in Arts Education: Winning America’s Future Through Creative Schools. The report observes that arts integration within Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education contributes to increases in test scores, student/teacher morale, and attendance. “Because It Flew” supports educational reform efforts in arts integration advocated in this landmark report. “Because It Flew” consists of two elements: optional educational activities and the NASA Space Shuttle Art Competition.

The educational activities include four modules that engage and introduce students to the history of NASA Space Shuttle missions. These activities incorporate NASA eClipsTM, an award winning online K-12 STEM education program that provides short, relevant educational video segments that are designed to inform and inspire students to see real-world connections with STEM education. The activities are aligned with national standards and support efforts to integrate science, technology, engineering, and math with language arts. They can easily be adapted to both formal and informal educational settings. Completion of these activities is not a requirement for submitting an art competition entry, but enhances student understanding.

In the second BIF component, students are invited to use the knowledge gained through this educational initiative to create original graphic artwork that symbolizes the impact of NASA Space Shuttle missions on the world and/or our future. They will then write a 250- word persuasive essay to explain their submission in the national competition. An expert panel of artists will review submissions and the top six entries in two age brackets (9-13 and 14-17) will receive cash prizes, a private mentoring session with accomplished USA TODAY graphic artist, Robert Ahrens, and a certificate of accomplishment.

The submission deadline for the NASA Space Shuttle Art Competition is August 5, 2011. The free activities and competition guidelines for BIF are available at www.usatodayeducate.com/becauseitflew.

This initiative builds upon the successful Sight/Insight and No Boundaries design challenges developed by USA TODAY Education and NASA and the RealWorld- InWorld Engineering Design Challenge developed by NASA, NIA, USA TODAY Education and LearniT-TeachiT.

Original release date: 6 June 2011

Contact:
Timothy Allen
National Institute of Aerospace, Hampton, Va.
757-325-6723
timothy.allen@nianet.org

Rachel Kraft
NASA Johnson Space Center
281-792-7690
rachel.h.kraft@nasa.gov

Sq. 59 Cadet Solos at Flight Academy

Congratulations to C/2Lt Elisabeth Loyd of Hemet-Ryan Composite Sq. 59 who soloed early this week during the National Flight Academy - Powered Track in Nebraska!

Group 3 is now two-for-two with solos at this National Cadet Special Activity. On Monday, June 27, C/CMSgt Megan Roberson of Palm Springs Composite Sq. 11 also earned her solo wings at NFA-P Nebraska.

Group 3's two newest pilots return from the Academy on Thursday, June 30. Wish them clear skies and safe flying when you see them next.

Sq. 11 Cadet Solos at National Flight Academy

Congratulations to C/CMSgt Megan Roberson of Palm Springs Composite Sq. 11 who soloed on Monday, June 27, 2011 during the National Flight Academy - Powered Track in Nebraska! Way to go, Chief!

Teamwork on Display at Planes of Fame

Chino Cadet Sq. 20 hosts volunteers for Planes of Fame Airshow and USAF Guided Evaluation.

(Chino, Calif.) - With a weather forecast calling for weekend rain, a showmanship of teamwork was on display as 116 Calif. Wing cadets and senior members from 16 different squadrons assembled at Chino Cadet Squadron 20 to volunteer at the Planes of Fame Chino Airshow Friday, May 13 through Sunday, May 15, 2011.

Many of Civil Air Patrol’s weekend volunteers took teamwork to a whole new level as they traded their airshow duties to participate in the Guided Evaluation of California Wing by the US Air Force—an event that was concurrent with the Chino Planes of Fame Airshow.

Logistically a challenge, Group 3 Inland Empire, and Civil Air Patrol Airshow Capt. Chris Mattson and Capt. Paul Saba led by example as they worked through the process of their team stretching their wings in service, at both the Airshow and the Guided Evaluation.

In reference to this challenge Activity Commander and Capt. Chris Mattson states, “The challenge of staffing the airshow while having to simultaneously provide staffing and support to the USAF Guided Evaluation was definitely one of the biggest challenges I have had to face in a long time. Having worked and being in charge of this airshow for many years I can definitely say it would not have been possible without the seamlessly fluid transition of events and teamwork displayed by all of the Civil Air Patrol members at the event. This by far has been the best cadet and senior staff I have ever worked with. Without the amazing teamwork displayed by each and every individual these challenges would have been hard to face. At the close of the event on Sunday I was personally thanked by the airshow coordinator who stated this year was “the smoothest ever” in terms of Civil Air Patrol’s support.”

Likewise, the cadet staff exemplified the ideals of Civil Air Patrol leadership under the command of Cadet Capt. Daniel Friesen who successfully led the charge for a combination of work detail and fun. Cadets were tasked with parking, crowd control, flight line, mess hall, and hot ramp clearance detail. Fun included attending the airshow, a personal tour of the F-15 for a few, a friendly game of football, BCUT radio class, CPR training, and pie from Major Dave Goude’s Yucaipa Bakery—all helped to make for an amazing Civil Air Patrol experience at the Planes of Fame Airshow.

Teamwork, when at its best is like a well-oiled machine, and Cadet Commander Capt. Daniel Friesen in an interview about his team at the Chino Planes of Fame Airshow said, “We had cadets come from San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, and everywhere in between. I could not have asked for a better group of cadets, and the teamwork they exhibited was second to none. For example, when the Airshow asked us to cover a new section without any prior warning, we were able to get two flights in that area within 15 minutes. This was only possible due to the amazing teamwork shown by the cadet staff and cadet participants.”

Teamwork is an essential component for any organization to function at an optimal level. Way to go cadets and senior members of the Calif. Wing for allowing Civil Air Patrol to shine through great teamwork!

--

1st Lt. Michelle Black, Public Affairs

Chino Cadet Squadron 20

Applications due today for Hemet Airshow!

Cadets and Seniors are needed Sat., June 11, 2011 for the Hemet-Ryan Airshow at Squadron 59's home airport! Performers include:

• A-10 West Demonstration Team
• Golden Stars Skydiving Team
• Tim Decker
• U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight
• Melissa Aerobatics

Send your CAWG Form 150s to pticas@squadron59.org TODAY! 7 June! All hands needed!

Click here for activity flyer and more details!
http://tinyurl.com/3tpujpb

Exclusive Tour for Seniors!

This Wednesday 8 June 2011, there will be a private tour for Group 3 senior members of the new experimental 747-400 airplane. The first 20 senior members to RSVP to 2Lt Paul Ticas at pticas@squadron59.org will be reserved a spot on a first come basis. There are 5 standby spots in case of cancellations.

Contact Lt. Ticas directly or check your email for meeting time and location. An email announcement was just sent out to all Group 3 members.

Hemet-Ryan Airshow, Applications due tomorrow!

Cadets and Seniors are needed Sat., June 11, 2011 for the Hemet-Ryan Airshow at Squadron 59's home airport! Performers include:

• A-10 West Demonstration Team
• Golden Stars Skydiving Team
• Tim Decker
• U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight
• Melissa Aerobatics

Send your CAWG Form 150s to pticas@squadron59.org by tomorrow, 7 June! All hands needed!

Click here for activity flyer and more details!
http://tinyurl.com/3tpujpb

Hemet-Ryan Airshow, Volunteers Needed!

Cadets and Seniors are needed Sat., June 11, 2011 for the Hemet-Ryan Airshow at Squadron 59's home airport! Performers include:

• A-10 West Demonstration Team
• Golden Stars Skydiving Team
• Tim Decker
• U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight
• Melissa Aerobatics

Send your CAWG Form 150s to pticas@squadron59.org by 7 June! All hands needed!

Click here for activity flyer and more details!
http://tinyurl.com/3tpujpb

Flight Scholarship Deadline Sunday!

REMINDER: The Lewis Flight Scholarship deadline is this Sunday, May 1, 2011. The scholarship is being offered by the Pacific Region HQ.

The Flight Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Colonel Edwin W. Lewis, a 56-year member of Civil Air Patrol. At the time of his death he was the Director of Operations for the Pacific Region, Civil Air Patrol. He was a “pilot’s pilot” with vast knowledge of aviation from Cessna 0-1 Bird Dog’s to Boeing 747s.

The purpose of the scholarship is to introduce a Civil Air Patrol Cadet to the wonders of flight. The funds from this scholarship will be used only for initial aviation flight training and no other purpose. The amount of the scholarship is determined each year. It has been $1,000 for the past two years.

The deadline for applying for this scholarship each year is May 1. If you are interested, please print out a copy of the application form and follow the directions.

The application can be found on PCR's website, here --

http://pcr.cap.gov/cadet%20programs.html

Flight Scholarship Deadline This Week!

REMINDER: The Lewis Flight Scholarship deadline is this Sunday, May 1, 2011. The scholarship is being offered by the Pacific Region HQ.

The Flight Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Colonel Edwin W. Lewis, a 56-year member of Civil Air Patrol. At the time of his death he was the Director of Operations for the Pacific Region, Civil Air Patrol. He was a “pilot’s pilot” with vast knowledge of aviation from Cessna 0-1 Bird Dog’s to Boeing 747s.

The purpose of the scholarship is to introduce a Civil Air Patrol Cadet to the wonders of flight. The funds from this scholarship will be used only for initial aviation flight training and no other purpose. The amount of the scholarship is determined each year. It has been $1,000 for the past two years.

The deadline for applying for this scholarship each year is May 1. If you are interested, please print out a copy of the application form and follow the directions.

The application can be found on PCR's website, here --

http://pcr.cap.gov/cadet%20programs.html

Flight Scholarship Deadline May 1

Cadets can earn money to pursue flying through the Col. Edwin W. Lewis, Jr. Flight Scholarship being offered by the Pacific Region HQ.

The Flight Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Colonel Edwin W. Lewis, a 56-year member of Civil Air Patrol. At the time of his death he was the Director of Operations for the Pacific Region, Civil Air Patrol. He was a “pilot’s pilot” with vast knowledge of aviation from Cessna 0-1 Bird Dog’s to Boeing 747s.

The purpose of the scholarship is to introduce a Civil Air Patrol Cadet to the wonders of flight. The funds from this scholarship will be used only for initial aviation flight training and no other purpose. The amount of the scholarship is determined each year. It has been $1,000 for the past two years.

The deadline for applying for this scholarship each year is May 1. If you are interested, please print out a copy of the application form and follow the directions.

The application can be found on PCR's website, here --

http://pcr.cap.gov/cadet%20programs.html

Flight Scholarship Deadline May 1

Cadets can earn money to pursue flying through the Col. Edwin W. Lewis, Jr. Flight Scholarship being offered by the Pacific Region HQ.

The Flight Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Colonel Edwin W. Lewis, a 56-year member of Civil Air Patrol. At the time of his death he was the Director of Operations for the Pacific Region, Civil Air Patrol. He was a “pilot’s pilot” with vast knowledge of aviation from Cessna 0-1 Bird Dog’s to Boeing 747s.

The purpose of the scholarship is to introduce a Civil Air Patrol Cadet to the wonders of flight. The funds from this scholarship will be used only for initial aviation flight training and no other purpose. The amount of the scholarship is determined each year. It has been $1,000 for the past two years.

The deadline for applying for this scholarship each year is May 1. If you are interested, please print out a copy of the application form and follow the directions.

The application can be found on PCR's website, here --

http://pcr.cap.gov/cadet%20programs.html

Aerospace Education School to be held at March ARB

Pacific Region Aerospace Education School
March Air Reserve Base, Riverside CA
July 30-Aug 2 with Aug 3 as an optional enrichment day

$50.00 Registration fee holds your slot.

You are invited to attend the Pacific Region Aerospace Education School. The purpose of this school is threefold: educate CAP AE leaders about their job requirements & the resources available to help them, share ideas which improve the AE program and provide AE enrichment experiences for the participants.

This is the year for you to attend. The school is designed for unit aerospace education officers but is open to all senior members and Mitchell cadets who want to become more involved with aerospace education. Some of the school topics include: the AE Mission, Responsibilities of the Unit AEO, Orientation Flights, Grant writing, AE for Seniors, AE for Cadets, External AE program, Awards, Robotics, Model building and a presentation from NASA Dryden Flight Research Center. In addition to the academic classes students will get to participate in several “hands on” activities which can be replicated at the local squadron, tour the AF Predator Drone facility, and meet a WWII Woman Airforce Service Pilot (WASP).

The AEO School runs Saturday thru Tuesday. Wednesday is an optional day for students. We have tentatively been slotted for an AF C17 refueling flight. This is subject to change based on AF training requirements. Students will also have the opportunity to visit the NASA JPL teacher center and pick up free AE lesson plans, posters and videos.

The AEO School costs $50.00 which includes all materials, Saturday barbeque dinner and the Tuesday luncheon. Lodging is available on March ARB for $39.00 per night. Additional information will be sent upon receipt of your registration. The AEO School will make arrangements to pick up students flying into Ontario (ONT) and Riverside (RAL) airports.

Deadline for application is June 30, 2011. Prepare two copies of CAPF 17. Submit one copy through proper CAP channels. Mail the second with your $50.00 registration fee (payable to Pacific Region CAP) to PACR AEO School, PO Box 6351, March ARB CA 92518-6351.

Questions? Contact School Director Virginia Nelson vmnelson@juno.com