Cadet Support Committee

The success of any U.S. Army Cadet Corps (USAC) unit is often determined by the efforts of the dedicated parents, supporters and alumni who augment the efforts of the unit’s officer cadre by providing the behind-the-scenes support essential to any organization.  USAC units are encouraged to form a Cadet Support Committee (CSC) to aid in the financial, recreational and social activities of the unit.  CSCs are primarily comprised of “non-military” individuals who have not been exposed to, or do not fully understand, the military culture.

It is the responsibility of the Unit Commander to brief the CSC on the necessity of military discipline and how it is essential to fulfillment of the USAC’s mission.  The CSC has no command or administrative authority and is strictly a support program.  The Unit Commander is solely accountable for all command and administrative aspects of his unit and is ultimately accountable to the CG, USAC.  Some events that the CSC can assist a unit with include assisting USAC leadership with open houses, family events, recruiting events,recreational activities, fundraising, phone trees, participation in PTA meetings, newsletters, annual training grants, parent recruitment, scholarships, and transportation

Additionally, the CSC should be thoroughly briefed on the organization, including the chain of command and the responsibilities and authority of each member within the chain.  In order to establish and maintain the loyalty and support of the CSC, it is essential that the Unit Commander demonstrate the highest level of judgment, diplomacy and military bearing at all times.   Unit Commanders should schedule a meeting of all parents – whether they are formally a member of the CSC or not – at least once every quarter.  This will ensure that family members are aware of the progress of the unit and are given the opportunity to assist the unit’s officers.  CSCs are established and permitted to function at the pleasure of the Unit Commander, and may be disestablished at his discretion, if deemed to be in the best interest of the unit or the USAC.

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