Building still closed (8 weeks now) as we await work by MOD contractors. Squadron is still running but utilising alternative venues. Monday saw cadets do the Human Shapes game 1st half, as NCOs and Review Cadets did rehearsals for upcoming NCO Air-Cadet themed Panto.  Last year it was Cinderella based on going to AEF Cosford. This year is an air cadet themed Aladdin, apparently, although the script is being kept secret. No doubt this will include a Air Cadet magic carpet. Oh, no it doesn't. Oh, yes it does (more realistically, it may contain one, if anybody can find an appropriate prop, apparently).  It appears the annual 1368 Panto is becoming "a thing". The count down is on.

Congratulations to the 3 cadets who were promoted to Cadet Corporal rank on Monday: (now) Cpl K, Cpl R and Cpl F. The hard work starts now as they switch from looking after themselves to more formally looking after other cadets and getting things done. 9 cadets applied. Well done to all that applied. It's not to say they won't be Cpl's in the future. Selection was based on 12 criteria, a lot related to accumulated experience, hence keep putting effort in, take as many opportunities as you can, esp. outside of Sqn on Wing and above, and getting a reputation for helping others. The criteria for comparing cadets for JNCO promotion at 1368 Sqn are: Attendance record (12 months, excl. gcse/A level exam period, if year 11 or 13) Motivation and desire (relative scoring) Leadership demeanor (relative scoring). Parade In-Command Test (locally assessed) Personal Drill standards (locally assessed) Uniform standards (locally assessed) Classification Badge Level / Speed of completion (o...

Well done to all the cadets and staff who supported the festive family day in Chase Meadow on Sunday, as part of 1368's re-evolving community duty pillar. "Your young people are wonderful!" was feedback. No mention of old people being wonderful but the OC did win the 9+ colouring competition.  Cadets also got to experience the Christmas Tractor run as well, hence starting to feel ready for Christmas jumpers now.

Well done to Cdt S who was OC's CotM for last month, for finding another level after sterling effort on DofE Silver days 2/3 in October and sterling attendance to prepare and deliver Prize Giving presentation.

This Monday parade night saw cadets and staff welcome the OC Wing and Wing Staff Officers to our annual prize giving and enrolment ceremony.  Big thanks to cadets for preparing their presentations and being prepared to stand up and speak about their things they've done in the last year (incl. a couple of short notice additions), staff for standing in the rain sorting parking, and civ comm & helpers. Some feedback from Wing Staff included: "I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to you and your team for the invitation. It was an exceptionally rewarding experience, not just because of the event itself, but also due to the outstanding content you provided.... the evening was a testament to the hard work and commitment of everyone involved. The Cadets' enthusiasm and pride in their achievements were evident throughout, making the event all the more rewarding. Overall, it was a most enjoyable evening, placing the Cadets at the forefront to showcase their successes in front ...

Monday saw CWO C's last night as a cadet. He's aged out at 20 and starts his next challenge. These are some last night photos, starting with Sgt R's heartfelt 'CWO Cox, you are a legend of some description' speech 😉. Also no better way than thanking him for bringing the hokey hokey to 1368 than to do it. 1368 Squadron is now over 6 weeks of waiting for maintenance on the joint cadet centre in Warwick to be started. Maybe thanks to Chase Meadow Community Centre and its joint owners and management for their help.