Updates
Announcements
Updated on 23 January 2021
Calendar & Events For most up-to-date event information, see our calendar above. Any event not listed in our calendar is likely unsanctioned by the 243 Ogopogo Squadron Commanding Officer. Please contact us if you are unsure or have any questions/ concerns/ comments. -- SLACK - Parent, Cadet, Staff Communication Tool The central communication tool for 243 Cadets, Staff, and Parents will be transitioning to SLACK. To register for an account, please follow this link and create an account. -- Music Level Testing - Due Jan 25 On February 6, 13, and 14 there will be virtual Performance Level Testing available for those who wish to participate. If interested, please contact OCdt Butler. Further information can be found on the warning order. Music packages can be found here (under Music Clinic Resources) and should be practiced well in advance of the music level testing date. DEADLINE to contact OCdt Butler is January 25! -- Level 5 Workshop - Due Jan 30 RCSU will be providing virtual Level 5 Professional Development Workshops this year to support the completion of training for senior Cadets. Training is offered from January to June 2021 with course dates available here. Registration is required by 25 January. Please email 2Lt Mark directly to register. -- Beret Orders - Due Feb 3 Cadets can purchase a beret to wear with their issued Field Training Uniforms for $10. Orders must be submitted through the form available on the Squadron Kit Shop by midnight February 3, 2021. -- Cadet Correspondent Training - Due March 1 Cadet Correspondents (CCs) are the voice of the Cadet Program. They represent the Program from its best point of view: the cadets themselves. CCs are ambassadors and storytellers, using a combination of still and video imagery, and written products to tell their stories and those of their peers. There will be online training supported over the coming months for interested Cadets Level 3 or above. More information can be found here. Please reach out to Capt Nobakht to register. Training will take place: |
Guest Speakers
Throughout the coming weeks, there will be a variety of guest speakers to speak about the Cadet program, experiences with the Canadian Forces, careers after being with Cadets and other opportunities of interest. Cadets are encouraged to attend, when available. A list of guest speakers will be posted and kept up to date on the Squadron Calendar (see above). -- Cadet Fitness Assessment (CFA) - Due Jan 30 One of the aims of the Cadet Program is to promote physical fitness. A high standard of physical fitness is a requirement for many advanced training courses and exchanges. To safely and effectively complete training, it is important that cadets be fit and healthy. Four levels may be achieved. These include Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Excellence. Criteria for each level differs according to age and gender. This year's CFA is composed of four evaluations, which are designed to evaluate fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. These tests include:
-- COVID-19 & 243 Ogopogo Cadets Please click here for the latest COVID-19 information related to 243 Ogopogo Air Cadets. The Squadron COVID-19 Safety Plan and Training Night Procedures are now available. Please take some time to review this presentation from September 23 for all Cadets, Parents and Staff. -- Important Documents |
Cadet Phone App - Out Now!
The Commander National Cadet and Junior Canadian Rangers Support Group is proud to announce the official Cadet and Junior Canadian Rangers Mobile Application (CJCR App) to all members and supporters of Canadian Cadet Organization (CCO).
Download yours today on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Download yours today on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Training Schedule
MAIN UPDATES:
- October 2020
- November 2020
- December 2020
- January 2021
--
If you notice any issues with the training schedule, please notify the Training Officer (Lt Rojas) at Training@243air.com.
--
COLOR CODE:
Green = Using the Parade Square
Orange = Designated Level 3 cadet to shadow the instructor
Red = Assessment (Mandatory to pass your Level. This should not be a surprise, see your instructor to help prepare.)
Yellow = Accelerated Cadets to attend Level 1 class (for must-know content) or Recruit Flight on parade
--
INSTRUCTORS:
- UPDATE FOR 2020: You must present lesson plans & teaching/learning aids to the respective Level Officer for each of your lessons at least 2 weeks before each lesson. For example, if your lesson is to be taught to Level 1s, please see the Level 1 Officer. If your lesson is taught to many levels at once, please see the Level Officer of your choice. Once reviewed/approved, submit your lesson plans & electronic teaching/learning aids (ie Powerpoint presentation) HERE. Once a lesson has been taught, hand in your physical teaching/learning aids (ie game, map, quiz, etc.) to the respective Level Officer for possible archiving in the training office. Keep your flip charts in a roll as you may teach the same lesson(s) next training year(s).
- Make your lessons engaging! The quality of your teaching/learning aids is way more important than your lesson plans, so remember the principles of instruction, known as "ICE PAC" (Interest / Comprehension / Emphasis / Participation / Accomplishment / Confirmation).
- October 2020
- November 2020
- December 2020
- January 2021
--
If you notice any issues with the training schedule, please notify the Training Officer (Lt Rojas) at Training@243air.com.
--
COLOR CODE:
Green = Using the Parade Square
Orange = Designated Level 3 cadet to shadow the instructor
Red = Assessment (Mandatory to pass your Level. This should not be a surprise, see your instructor to help prepare.)
Yellow = Accelerated Cadets to attend Level 1 class (for must-know content) or Recruit Flight on parade
--
INSTRUCTORS:
- UPDATE FOR 2020: You must present lesson plans & teaching/learning aids to the respective Level Officer for each of your lessons at least 2 weeks before each lesson. For example, if your lesson is to be taught to Level 1s, please see the Level 1 Officer. If your lesson is taught to many levels at once, please see the Level Officer of your choice. Once reviewed/approved, submit your lesson plans & electronic teaching/learning aids (ie Powerpoint presentation) HERE. Once a lesson has been taught, hand in your physical teaching/learning aids (ie game, map, quiz, etc.) to the respective Level Officer for possible archiving in the training office. Keep your flip charts in a roll as you may teach the same lesson(s) next training year(s).
- Make your lessons engaging! The quality of your teaching/learning aids is way more important than your lesson plans, so remember the principles of instruction, known as "ICE PAC" (Interest / Comprehension / Emphasis / Participation / Accomplishment / Confirmation).
Monthly Routine Orders
|
2018 - 2019
|
2019 - 2020
September 2019
October 2019 November 2019 December 2019 January 2020 February 2020 March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 |
2020 - 2021
September 2020
October 2020 November 2020 December 2020 January 2021 February 2021 March 2021 April 2021 May 2021 June 2021 |
The Duty Personnel schedule can be found in the Monthly Routine Orders. The Duty Officer, Senior Duty Cadet (Level 3) and Junior Duty Cadet (Level 2) for each Wednesday training night are also listed in the calendar for your convenience. |