Civil Air Patrol - Granite Cadet Squadron

Granite Cadet Squadron is a unique Civil Air Patrol unit that meets in central Maryland and caters specifically to homeschooled cadets ages 11-20. The squadron meets during the weekday, offering CAP's youth program focusing on leadership development, aerospace education, physical fitness, and character development. CAP cadets progress through self-pace academic studies supplemented by classroom lessons, flight lessons in CAP Cessna aircraft, and opportunities for local, regional, and national activities. As cadets progress in their leadership development, they are given more responsibilities in leadership and classroom. Granite focuses on life skills such as public speaking, test taking, team building, mentorship, and study skills. Adult leaders have homeschool experience.

Granite Cadet Squadron meets in-person on Thursday mornings from 9:30-Noon. During the COVID pandemic, meetings are also offered virtually. Annual dues are $35 plus uniform items. Questions? Send email to granite@mdwg.cap.gov