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Announcements: Week of Feb 6, 2024 (2024/02/07)

This week:

  • Thursday Feb 8, 2024
    • Survivair – At the D-Coy Armouries 1830-2100hrs in civilian attire. Bring a water bottle and fitness gear. 
  • Sunday Feb 11, 2024
    • Band Practice – At the D-Coy Armouries 1300-1500hrs in civilian attire
  • Monday Feb 12, 2024
    • No drill team tonight for Marksmanship Stage II Competition
    • Ground School – No ground school
      • OGS Cadets:
        • Qualifying Exam Information

          Tuesday Feb 13 is the last day to access the OGS content for studying.  Qualifying exams across the country will be written 14 – 20 Feb, which is why access will end on the 13’th.  Once access ends, continue studying the printed quizzes/exams from OGS, as well as read the applicable sections of From The Ground Up.

          577 will write the qualifying exam on Tuesday 20 Feb, during the regular parade night.

          Medical certificates and report cards are due to the office ASAP.

          More information is available at Air Cadet Online Ground School (OGS) (sharepoint.com).

    • Marksmanship Team – 1700hrs Stage II Competition. 
  • Tuesday Feb 13, 2024 
    • Regular Training (Fitness Night) – At D-Coy Armouries 1830-2130hrs. Dress for the evening will be appropriate civilian sports attire. Please bring proper running shoes, and water bottle.
      • Senior cadets, Staff Cadet positions for summer CTC’s are now open. We are hoping to get the specific positions that will be available to you as soon as we can.
      • Cadets interested in participating in National Flag Day – Flag Retirement Ceremonies on Feb 15th held by Oliver’s Funeral Home please fill out the sign up sheet located in the armouries.
        • Meeting at 1030hrs at the Grande Prairie Cemetery, with event to start at 1100hrs. Thursday Feb 15th, dress will be C1.

UPCOMING DATES:

  • Feb 12, 2024 – Stage II Marksmanship (Marksmanship Team only)
  • Feb 15, 2024 – Retired Flag Ceremony (During day, open to cadets interested see details above)
  • Mar 2, 2024 – Cadet Community Awareness Day
  • Mar 16, 2024 – Squadron Drill Day (All Cadets)
  • Mar 29 – Apr 7, 2024 – Spring Break no training

 

SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE: 

  • Cadet Community Awareness Day – March 2, 2024 the SSC will be hosting a community day in support of 577 Air Cadets, the day will be filled with games, activities, bounce houses and food. Cadets are needed from 9am to 6pm to help run the day. The event is open to the public from 11am-3pm and will be by cash or bottle donation. Rotary will be on site with food from 12-2. More details and posters to come soon.
  • Logo Design Contest – Congratulations to Cpl Labrecque on your logo winning!
  • Every first Tuesday of the month is a Parent/ SSC Board Meeting @ 630pm at the Armouries. Thank you to all the parents that attended this week! Next meeting Mar 5, 2024

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  • Please ensure any absences are texted or voice mailed to the squadron number – 780-538-3610
  • Parents you are highly encouraged to come into the armouries during closing announcements/parade. That way you can hear all the information directly! We normally start them around 915pm.

Announcements: Week of Jan 30, 2024 (2024/01/30)

This week:

  • Thursday Feb 1, 2024
    • Survivair – At the D-Coy Armouries 1830-2100hrs in civilian attire. Bring a water bottle and fitness gear.
    • Biathlon Practice – 1830-2030hrs, final ski practice and gear check before we depart Friday. 
  • Friday Feb 2, 2024
    • Biathlon Team leaving for Provincials – please ensure you have all your kit emailed to you and be at the Armouries for 1800hrs. Earlier is better for this.   
  • Sunday Feb 4, 2024
    • Band Practice – At the D-Coy Armouries 1300-1500hrs in civilian attire
  • Monday Feb 5, 2024
    • Drill Team Practice – At D-Coy Armouries 1700-1900hrs
    • Ground School – No ground school
    • Marksmanship Team – 1900-2100hrs for marksmanship team only. Reminder that your Stage II Competition is on Feb 12th, at the D-Coy
  • Tuesday Feb 6, 2024 
    • Regular Training (CO’s Parade) – At D-Coy Armouries 1830-2130hrs. Dress for the evening will be C1A Orders of Dress Reference
      • Senior cadets, Staff Cadet positions for summer CTC’s are now open. We ar hoping to get the specific positions that will be available to you as soon as we can.

UPCOMING DATES:

  • Feb 3-4, 2024 – Biathlon Provincials (Biathlon cadets selected only)
  • Feb 12, 2024 – Stage II Marksmanship (Marksmanship Team only)
  • Mar 16, 2024 – Squadron Drill Day (All Cadets)
  • Mar 29 – Apr 7, 2024 – Spring Break no training

 

SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE:

  • Air Cadet League of Alberta Cash Calendars
    • Calendar money and calendar stubs must be returned ASAP. 
  • Logo Design Contest – We are in our 2 week voting period, voting can be done at the D-Coy Armouries starting Tuesday. Thank you to all the cadets that submitted their designs!!
  • Every first Tuesday of the month is a Parent/ SSC Board Meeting @ 630pm at the Armouries. Thank you to all the parents that attended this week! Next meeting Feb 6, 2024

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  • Please ensure any absences are texted or voice mailed to the squadron number – 780-538-3610
  • Parents you are highly encouraged to come into the armouries during closing announcements/parade. That way you can hear all the information directly! We normally start them around 915pm.

Announcements: Week of Jan 23, 2024 (2024/01/24)

This week:

  • Thursday Jan 25, 2024
    • Survivair – At the D-Coy Armouries 1830-2100hrs in civilian attire. Bring a water bottle and fitness gear.
  • Saturday Jan 27, 2024
    • Biathlon Practice – At the D-Coy Armouries 1200-1400hrs, please dress for the weather as we will be outside and skiing.  
  • Sunday Jan 28, 2024
    • Band Practice – At the D-Coy Armouries 1300-1500hrs in civilian attire
  • Monday Jan 29, 2024
    • Drill Team Practice – At D-Coy Armouries 1700-1900hrs
    • Ground School – No ground school
    • CANCELLED Marksmanship Team – Practice Cancelled this evening. Reminder that your Stage II Competition is on Feb 12th, at the DCoy
  • Tuesday Jan 30, 2024 
    • Regular Training – At D-Coy Armouries 1830-2130hrs. Dress for the evening will be FTU’s FTU Order of Dress

UPCOMING DATES:

  • Feb 3-4, 2024 – Biathlon Provincials (Biathlon cadets selected only)
  • Feb 12, 2024 – Stage II Marksmanship (Marksmanship Team only)
  • Mar 16, 2024 – Squadron Drill Day (All Cadets)
  • Mar 29 – Apr 7, 2024 – Spring Break no training

 

SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE:

  • Air Cadet League of Alberta Cash Calendars
    • Calendar money and calendar stubs must be returned ASAP. 
  • Logo Design Contest – We are in our 2 week voting period, voting can be done at the D-Coy Armouries starting Tuesday. Thank you to all the cadets that submitted their designs!!
  • Every first Tuesday of the month is a Parent/ SSC Board Meeting @ 630pm at the Armouries. Thank you to all the parents that attended this week! Next meeting Feb 6, 2024

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  • Please ensure any absences are texted or voice mailed to the squadron number – 780-538-3610
  • Parents you are highly encouraged to come into the armouries during closing announcements/parade. That way you can hear all the information directly! We normally start them around 915pm.

Announcements: Week of Jan 16, 2024 (2024/01/17)

This week:

  • Thursday Jan 18, 2024
    • Survivair – At the D-Coy Armouries 1830-2100hrs in civilian attire. Bring a water bottle and fitness gear.
  • Saturday Jan 20, 2024
    • Biathlon Practice – At the D-Coy Armouries 1200-1400hrs, please dress for the weather as we will be outside and skiing.  
  • Sunday Jan 21, 2024
    • Band Practice – At the D-Coy Armouries 1300-1500hrs in civilian attire
  • Monday Jan 22, 2024
    • Drill Team Practice – At D-Coy Armouries 1700-1900hrs
    • Ground School – No ground school
    • Marksmanship Team – At D-Coy Armouries in civilian attire. 1900-2100hrs. Reminder that your Stage II Competition is on Feb 12th, at the DCoy
  • Tuesday Jan 23, 2024 
    • Airport Tour – Regular Training – At Grande Prairie Airport 1830-2100hrs
    • On Tuesday 23rd Jan 2024, The cadets of 577 will be touring the Grande Prairie Airport. Cadets are to be dropped off and picked up by their parents at the Maintenance Gate #1. See map for direction. Being the larger number of cadets our squadron has and for that Cadets have a better experience. Alpha and Bravo flights (as well cadets that are new and not assigned to flights yet) are to be dropped off for 1830hrs and ready for parental pick up for 1945hrs. Charlie flight, Band and flag party are to be dropped of for 1930hrs and parental pick up for 2100hrs. Dress for the Tour is FTU’s. Make sure to wear your Cadets Parka, Toque and gloves. If you are unable to attend, Text the Office number and let them know you will not be able to attend.
      Any Cadet that still has not updated their medical verification will not be able to attend.
    • Senior Cadets applying for the Lord Strathcona Medal and the Legion Medal of Excellence, you applications are due tonight.

 

UPCOMING DATES:

  • Feb 3-4, 2024 – Biathlon Provincials (Biathlon cadets selected only)
  • Feb 12, 2024 – Stage II Marksmanship (Marksmanship Team only)
  • Mar 16, 2024 – Squadron Drill Day (All Cadets)
  • Mar 29 – Apr 7, 2024 – Spring Break no training

 

SQUADRON SPONSORING COMMITTEE:

  • Air Cadet League of Alberta Cash Calendars
    • Calendar money and calendar stubs must be returned ASAP. 
  • Calling all Artists!! – Logo Design Contest Over Christmas break we are asking cadets who are interested to create a logo they feel represents the 577 squadron. Designs can be brought in on January 16th  (New Extended Deadline), the first meeting back, or they can be emailed to 577parentassociation@gmail.com Please keep the design simple and not too complicated to avoid delays as the designs do need to be transferred into the proper format for application. No crest/crown allowed. All entries received by January 16 will be voted on over a two week period and the design with the most votes will be chosen to represent 577!
  • Every first Tuesday of the month is a Parent/ SSC Board Meeting @ 630pm at the Armouries. Thank you to all the parents that attended this week! Next meeting Feb 6, 2024

 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  • Please ensure any absences are texted or voice mailed to the squadron number – 780-538-3610
  • Parents you are highly encouraged to come into the armouries during closing announcements/parade. That way you can hear all the information directly! We normally start them around 915pm.