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 ====== Cadet Scholarship Scheme ======
-The Cadet Scholarship Scheme at the Scottish Gliding Centre, founded by Bob Jones, is generously supported by our members. This subsidy allows young people to learn to glide at a reduced cost, encouraging the development of the next generation of glider pilots and club members.
+===== Introduction =====
-We aim to encourage cadets to further their flying ability through instructing, coaching and mentorship.
+The Scottish Gliding Centre's Cadet Scholarship Scheme supports the development of young glider pilots by helping reduce the cost of learning to fly.
-We also aim to foster their skills and interests in other areas such as aerobatics, aircraft maintenence, airfield operations etc
+Established through the generosity of Club members, the Scheme provides financial assistance to a limited number of Cadets (Junior Members under the age of 18) who demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and potential.
-===== Scholarship Scheme Benefits =====
+The Scheme exists to encourage the long-term development of young pilots and future volunteers within the Scottish Gliding Centre.
-Junior members who are accepted onto the Scholarship scheme will
-  * Recieve a **50% reduction **on the airtime cost of their flight
+===== Objectives =====
-  * Regular coaching & mentoring with an instructor
-  * Access to a cadet & junior focused instructor who can help with flying skills, theory, and application scholarship applications
+The Scheme aims to:
+  * encourage regular participation in gliding;
+  * develop safe, competent and confident pilots;
+  * support personal development through coaching and mentoring;
+  * encourage volunteering and participation in Club activities; and
+  * help young members achieve their individual flying goals.
+===== Scholarship Benefits =====
+Successful applicants receive:
+  * a 70% reduction on the cost of annual Junior membership fees, in accordance with the Scottish Gliding Centre's published \\ tariffs;
+  * a 50% reduction in flying airtime charges, in accordance with the Scottish Gliding Centre's published tariffs;
+  * coaching and mentoring through the Cadet & Junior programme; and
+  * opportunities to participate in Cadet & Junior activities throughout the year.
 ===== Capacity =====
-The Cadet Scholarship Scheme is currently capped at **10**  cadets
+The Scheme is normally limited to 10 Cadets (Junior Members under the age of 18) at any one time.
-** <font inherit/inherit;;rgb(231, 76, 60);;inherit>We are currently fully subscribed as of 30th of September 2024 - pilots under 18 are still welcome to join the club as Junior Members and apply for the Cadet Scholarship Scheme if a space becomes available.</font> **
+Once the Scheme is fully subscribed, further applications will be considered when places become available.
-===== Admission Requirements =====
-To be admitted to the cadet scheme you must:
+===== Eligibility =====
+Applicants must:
+  * be a Junior Member of the Scottish Gliding Centre (or enrolled on a Learn to Glide Package);
+  * be aged 13–17;
+  * demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm for gliding;
+  * be willing to participate regularly in Club activities; and
+  * complete the Scholarship application process.
-  * **Aready be a Junior member of the SGC or on a Learn to Glide Packge **
-  * **Be between the ages of 13 and 17**
-  * **Demonstrate a financial need or through volunteer**** effort at the club**
 ===== Expectations =====
-Our young members represent the future of the club and are expected to:
+Scholarship holders are expected to:
+  * attend the Club regularly;
+  * participate in flying and ground training;
+  * volunteer and assist with normal Club activities appropriate to their experience;
+  * behave responsibly and act as positive ambassadors for the Scottish Gliding Centre; and
+  * comply with Club rules, safeguarding procedures and the Airfield Manual.
+Scholarship places are reviewed periodically to ensure the Scheme continues to support members who demonstrate commitment and active participation.
+===== Change of Circumstances =====
-  - **Commitment -**  be keen to learn and further your flying ability, as well as coming to the airfield on a //**regular basis **//  (once every 2 weeks)
+Scholarship holders should advise the Honorary Cadet & Junior Lead if there is any significant change in their circumstances which may affect their participation in the Scheme.
-  - **Volunteer**  - cadets are expected to help out on the airfield or with other airfield tasks
-  - **Full day attendance - **gliding is a full day activity and cadets will be expected to be at the airfield for briefing
-  - **Good Conduct - **cadets will be expected to maintain good conduct with fellow cadets and other members of the SGC
-If cadets fall short of these expectations, **then it is possible the cadet scholarship may be offered to another prospective cadet**  so it's important that cadets meet the above requirements to maintain their place on the scholarship scheme.
-Cadets should contact with the Cadet Director if they have a change in circumstances.
 ===== Application Process =====
-Applications to the cadet scheme will open once every 3 months - communicated via cadetinstant - while there are free spaces to ensure we give new Junior members the opportunity to apply.
+Applications are invited when Scholarship places become available.
-  - {{:cadet_scholarship_application.docx|Application to the Cadet Director}}  - sent to cadets@scottishglidingcentre.com
+Applicants should complete the published Scholarship application process: {{:juniors:cadet_scholarship_scheme_application_form_v1.1_2026-07-20.pdf|Cadet Scholarship Scheme Application Form}}.
-  - Informal Interview
-  - Decision
-If an application is unsucesful, the member will continue to be a Junior member and will still benefit from the subsidised annual membersip fee.
+Further information is available from the Honorary Cadet & Junior Lead.