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Updated:
03/29/02
February 2002
Shawn Stanford, Features Editor
Creating a Successful Composite Squadron
In January 1996 I transferred to a
squadron that was struggling. I wasn't happy in the squadron I was in, anyway, so I didn't
have anything to lose. When I transferred it was with the understanding that I would
assume duties as their Deputy Commander for Cadets (DCC) and try to salvage what was left
of their dwindling cadet corps, which consisted of about five active cadets. With this in
mind, what follows is some of the ideas and rules that I used to make this unit a
successful, vibrant, and professional squadron. Continue
reading...
Winter School at Hawk Mountain.CadetStuff's trip to Winter School at Hawk Mountain Ranger
Training Facility in Pennsylvania Wing began on Friday night, February 1st. Members of
the CadetStuff staff and invited guests gathered at Captain Stanford's house for a feed, a
flick and a quick haircut before heading out to Hawk on Saturday morning. Continue reading...
The Meaning of "Command and Staff" Part
II
Last issue, we took a gentle stroll through history,
learning about the role of the staff officer. In conclusion, we learned that the Modern
Staff Officer is used to analyze a problem and provide a comprehensive solution to a
commander. In addition, the staff officer makes life easier for the Commander by not only
relieving him of routine details, but by providing information to a decision maker. Continue reading...
Last issue, we took a gentle stroll through history,
learning about the role of the staff officer. In conclusion, we learned that the Modern
Staff Officer is used to analyze a problem and provide a comprehensive solution to a
commander. In addition, the staff officer makes life easier for the Commander by not only
relieving him of routine details, but by providing information to a decision maker.