CA 20133 Cadet Guidebook

September 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS

CA-20133 Cadet Guidebook Dedication ii

Welcoming Remarks 1

AFJROTC (Did you know that?) 3

Curriculum Guide 4

Grading Criteria 4

Group Organization 5

Conduct and Deportment of Cadets 7

Board of Inquiry 9

Write-ups 9

Promotions 10

Suspension & Demotion Boards 11

The Core Values of the Air Force, CA-20133 12

i CA-20133 CADET GUIDEBOOK DEDICATION

THIS CADET GUIDEBOOK IS DEDICATED TO THOSE CADETS WHO ARE THE FUTURE OF OUR ORGANIZATION. MAY THEY FEEL, KNOW, AND CARRY OUT THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES.

Motto

We build better citizens for America! Mission and Objectives AFJROTC

The mission of the AFJROTC program is to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship; promote community service; instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline; and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals.

Vision Statement Cordova High School

Cordova High School is dedicated to providing rigorous and relevant educational opportunities that form building blocks for lifelong learning and personal success in a highly technological global arena.

Mission CA 20133

The mission of CA 20133 is to prepare better, more productive citizens through the application of the USAF core values, Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in all we do in the study of Leadership, Aviation History, Science of Flight and Science of Space.

Ii CA-20133 Expect Challenge – Achieve Distinction

Cordova High School Telephone 916-294-2450, x810485 Aerospace Science Department Fax 916-294-9080 2239 Chase Road Rancho Cordova, CA

MEMORANDUM FOR WHOM IT MAY CONCERN Monday, May 7, 2018

FROM: AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTRUCTORS

SUBJECT: CA-20133 Welcome!

Congratulations! You have just made the first step in planning your future. You're off to a great start, and we're proud that you have joined the CA-20133 Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet Group. You will have the unique opportunity to create the Cordova High School JROTC unit. But as we mentioned, you've only just begun. Since you have chosen to become a part of such a reputable organization, you now become a valued asset who will be challenged to the utmost in achieving our goals for the year. As we strive for these goals you will learn teamwork, leadership, responsibility, discipline, honor, pride, and a great deal about yourself. All this may sound like we expect a lot from you, but all of these qualities are within your grasp. For these few words are often used to describe the cadets in our unit, and after you become involved in the many activities we have planned for this year you will see why. What you are going to experience this year may be the toughest challenge 1 you will ever face. You must be ready to conform to standards, take orders, and learn new ways of doing things. Everything you do is designed to make you the best you can be. Being the best often means giving 250% effort for 100% achievement. But remember you are not alone! There are over 100 other cadets going through the same thing you are. Keep in mind that the officers and upperclassmen are here to help. So, if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask any of them. By following the guidelines in this handbook you can help prepare yourself for a more rewarding future in the CA-20133 cadet group. This handbook was designed to give you a better understanding of what will be expected of you as a cadet. Please use it throughout the year, for it will answer most of the questions you will have about the JROTC program here at Cordova High School. If you are ready to accept the challenges that lie before you, then CA- 20133 welcomes you with open arms. We have a lot to offer, and hope that you will do your best to help us obtain our goals. Again, we welcome you to the CA-20133.

RICHARD J. KEYS, Lt Col, USAF (Ret.) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

RAYMOND E. KIRKLAND, CMSgt, USAF (Ret.) Aerospace Science Instructor

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THE AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS' TRAINING CORPS PROGRAM Did you know that?

1. AFJROTC cadets have an advantage when competing for appointments to the U.S. Air Force Academy and the other service academies. 2. AFJROTC cadets have an opportunity to earn full four-year scholarships to colleges and universities of their choice. 3. Each year former cadets graduate from colleges and universities with commissions as Navy Ensigns and Army, Air Force and Marine Corps Second Lieutenants. 4. There is no MILITARY SERVICE OBLIGATION WHAT SO EVER for participating in the AFJROTC program. 5. Membership in the AFJROTC unit is open to any female or male student who have completed eighth grade, are physically fit and a citizen of the United States. 6. AFJROTC courses carry the same credit as any other elective subject. 7. Cadets earn medals, ribbons, swords, trophies, plaques and other awards based on their scholarship, military bearing and appearance school service, community service, etc. 8. All of the good looking AFJROTC uniforms, insignia, medals, ribbons and textbooks are provided at no cost to the male or female cadets. 9. Members of the Drill Team and Color Guard travel around the Sacramento area to compete against other JROTC units. 10. Subjects studied include Frontiers of Aviation History, Science of Flight, Science of Space, Financial Management, Air Force Careers, Geography and Leadership. 11. Each year outstanding cadets participate in a week of Cadet Officer Leadership School orientation and adventure; most of the time this is at an active duty Air Force Base. 12. Each year cadets may go on a field trip to Travis Air Force and/or Beale Air Force Base. 13. Each year the cadets have the opportunity to attend the formal Military Ball, march in the Sacramento Santa Parade parade, the Elk Grove Veteran’s Day parade and to present the colors at formal occasions. 14. Cadets develop leadership experience and personal self-confidence by commanding flights, squadrons and even the entire group of cadets. 15. Cadets may join the static Aircraft Model Club and build their own models. 16. Cadets may join the Model Rocket Club and learn to build and fire their own rockets. 17. Cadets may also visit local Middle Schools for Awareness Presentation Briefing to 7th and 8th grade students.

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Curriculum Guide AIR FORCE JROTC

The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program is developed to enable students to achieve the following objectives:  Broad-based knowledge of the aerospace age  An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for national security  Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic society  Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute toward national security  Habits of orderliness and precision  A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and leadership  Knowledge of fundamental aerospace doctrine  A knowledge of and an appreciation for the traditions of the U. S. Air Force  An interest in a career in the military

AFJROTC courses are open to all male and female students who are:  citizens of the United States  completed eighth grade  physically fit  of good moral character

Courses include classroom academics, leadership, discipline, citizenship, management and drill. Cadets in AFJROTC incur no military commitment. Cadet uniforms, insignia and awards are provided at no cost to the student. However, dry cleaning expenses must be paid by the parents/guardians.

Visits to military installations are planned for the cadets each year. One visit may include a flight on a military aircraft. Other features of the program include the annual formal military ball, the military dining-in/out, the mid-year awards night and end-of-year honors/awards nights. At the awards nights, medals, ribbons, trophies, plaques and other awards are presented for accomplishments of the cadets during the year. Students and parents should understand that some after school activities such as awards ceremonies require mandatory attendance.

The opportunity to win a varsity letter as a member of the Drill Team/Color Guard is available. Members completing the AFJROTC program may become eligible for one of the scholarships or military academies. Upon graduation, cadets may also be considered for advanced rank and benefits if enlisting in the U.S. armed services. Grading Criterion AFJROTC

Academics 60% Leadership 40% Participation 20% Leadership-Participation 10% Presentations 10% Leadership-Test 5% Reports 10% Drill & Ceremonies – Part 15% Journals 10% Drill & Ceremonies - Insp. 10% Tests 5% Health/Wellness 5%

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Organization of CA-20133 Table of Elements

Element Rank of Commander # Of Cadets

Element Not exceeding C/SSgt 3-10 Flight C/2LT-C/Capt 16-30 Squadron C/Major-C/Lt. Col 32-99 Group C/Lt. Col. - C/Col. 100-250

Chain of Command In any military unit, it is necessary to distribute responsibility among a number of members to ensure that all of the goals are accomplished. In our unit, as in any other, we have a chain of command. It has been carefully designed to see that the unit's mission is accomplished and the cadets are taken care of. Shortly after the year begins your flight commander will select a flight sergeant, and several element leaders from your flight. (All of the people in your JROTC class are in your flight.) Your element leader is responsible for your actions in the class. He / She may seem a little hard on you at times, but his/her job is to control the element. If you have a problem in your flight, such as needing a book, etc., ask him/her to help you. That is another responsibility of making sure that his/her people are well taken care of. Your flight sergeant is second in command of your flight. He/she has the authority to tell you to sit down, stop talking, etc., because that person is responsible for the discipline in the flight. The flight guide's job is to regulate the speed and direction of the flight in marching when the flight is drilling and to take over in the senior cadet’s/element leader’s absence. 5 Your flight commander will probably be one of your best friends throughout the school year. He/she has been selected because he/she possesses superior leadership ability and because he/she is capable of teaching you to be a self-confident, well-disciplined cadet. If you have a problem, your Element leader has tried to handle, and then your flight commander is the next one to see. He/she may raise his/her voice from time to time, but they do this only because they want the best for you. Remember, as long as you do what you are told, when you are told, and follow the chain of command you will succeed in AFJROTC.

6 CONDUCT AND DEPORTMENT OF CADETS

Note: When a subject heading is underlined it applies only when the cadet is in uniform.

1. General: You represent a select group looked upon as the best of America's youth. This means that you should always conduct yourself in a manner that is favorable to your school, CA 20133 and the United States AFJROTC.

2. Addressing Other Cadets: A cadet officer is addressed by cadets of lower rank by his/her rank followed by his/her last name. (Example: Captain Smith) OR, a cadet officer may be addressed as "Sir" or "Ma'am". NEVER address a cadet officer in uniform by his/her first name unless he/she asks you to.

3. Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired Military Personnel: Military personnel are addressed by the rank, followed by their last name, followed by "Sir" or "Ma'am".

4. Saluting: A salute is nothing more than a greeting. You are required to salute all cadet officers and SASI/ASI. You are not required to salute cadets in the NCO ranks (Staff Sergeant - Chief Master Sergeant). These cadets exchange a verbal greeting only. All officers must render a salute to officers of a higher rank. Remember you only salute outside the building in uncovered areas.

5. Walking With Cadets and Military Personnel of a Higher Rank: When walking with a person of higher rank, always walk on his/her left and in step with him/her. When passing a person of higher rank, pass on his/her left if possible. When passing through a doorway, the person of lower rank holds the door and allows the person of higher rank to proceed through the doorway first. When boarding and leaving a vehicle, the person of lower rank gets in first and gets out last.

6. Treatment of Cadets of a Lower Rank: NEVER, at any time will hazing be tolerated in the corps of cadets. Any hazing is to be reported to the flight commander of the cadet who was harassed and taken straight up the chain of command. No cadet is to be embarrassed or degraded in any manner. This includes public reprimands, public punishment, joking about difference in rank, etc.

7 7. Calling Rooms To Attention: When the United States flag, SASI, ASI, Principal, distinguished visitor, Group Commander, Vice Commander, or military officer enters the room, the room is called to attention. The occupants of the room remain at attention until the person entering says, "At ease", "As you were", etc. Classrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, etc. will not be called to attention when there is a large mixture of cadets and non-cadets in the room. (More than one-half non-cadet is usually a good rule of thumb).

8. Courtesies Rendered To Non-Cadets: Faculty members and adults are addressed as "Mr."/"Ms." (last name) unless they ask or permit you to address them in other forms. In conversation, unless otherwise directed, they are answered "Yes sir/ma'am" AND NOT "yeah", "nope", etc. These procedures will not be used when they will disrupt a working family relationship.

9. Public Display of Affection: Extreme public displays of affection will not be tolerated.

10. Quibbling: When an officer gives an order, it can be considered to be an order from the Commander. This means that orders should be followed. You have the right to disagree and present your ideas if time permits, but the officer has the final word. If you feel that an officer is treating you unfairly, see your flight commander, then see your squadron commander, and, if necessary, your group commander. Any problem can be worked out if it is done in an orderly fashion.

11. Reasons For Strictness: If a military unit is to function in a smooth manner, then there must be procedures for everyone to follow. There must be discipline to carry out a unit's everyday functions. Faculty members at Cordova look upon AFJROTC as a group of students that sit on a higher level than other students. They expect us to be clean- cut, role model American citizens. We must live not only to meet, but exceed these expectations. You are a leader in training, the future of the United States. You must be willing to live with the discipline and be ready to accept responsibility. Even if you do not pursue a military career, you will learn the discipline that you need to be above and beyond your peers who have never had any military training. Remember: As long as you are with us, a part of America's future is in your hands.

8 12. Actions: Keep in mind that wherever you go, there is probably someone there who knows you are a part of the CA-20133. Therefore, you must be careful that you represent the unit in a way that can make us all proud. You don't have to be a "jarhead", and give up your complete outside life, we only ask that you act in a way that shows our elite status.

BOARD OF INQUIRY

The Board of Inquiry (BOI) is our way of determining who is at fault in major questionable offenses. We also convene boards to reward cadets who go above and beyond the call of duty. This board is made up of the Group Commander, Vice Commander, Squadron Commander(s), Flight commander(s), and First Sergeant(s) of the cadet(s) involved. One other staff member is selected at random if the number of flight commanders generates an even number of board members. The board listens to both sides of the incident, decides who is at fault, and makes recommendations of courses of action to be taken by the SASI and ASI. Any cadet officer, any faculty member, or any staff member may request a BOI. The request must be made in writing to the group commander. If the request is from a cadet, then it must be in the form of a military letter. If you are ever ordered to appear before a BOI, then comply with the orders fully. You are advised to prepare a briefing on the incident and why it took place. You will be permitted to have a number of witnesses present at the board. The BOI will listen to you and the opposing side of the story. It will deliberate while you are out of the room and then vote on the decision of whom is at fault and what punishment it will recommend. In the event that a board is convened for the purpose of rewarding cadets, the procedure will, of course, be different. A BOI is only to be convened in the most extreme cases that can not be handled without using the BOI system.

WRITE-UPS All write-ups are formal letters written by Flight Commanders, other cadets, and even non-cadets. These letters can be good or bad. They can commend you on a job well done or explain a wrongful situation. All write-ups go to the Personnel Officer who puts them in the individual's promotion file. If a write up is written by a cadet other than the Flight Commander of the cadet(s) involved, then the write up should be addressed to the Flight Commander of the cadet(s) involved. All write-ups should include a description of the incident, where and when it took place, the name(s) of the cadet(s) involved, and the signatures of two people, preferably cadets, who witnessed the incident, if possible.

9 PROMOTIONS Promotions are probably one of the highlights of the year for all cadets. In order to be promoted, you simply must do a good job. Our promotion system is outlined here.

General: Promotions will be based on the whole person concept. Using the information contained in the promotion folders, which will include Performance, wear of the uniform, write- ups, grades, school activities, and recommendations from flight commanders. At no time will a cadet who is failing AFJROTC or has been suspended prior to the promotion board, be promoted. A cadet may achieve a permanent promotion only once each school year. A cadet may achieve a temporary promotion once each semester. The Cadet Group Commander in coordination with the SASI and ASI will fill staff positions.

Promotion Boards: Temporary/Staff promotion boards will consist of six cadet officers including the Group Commander. The SASI will advise the Temporary/Staff promotion board. A cadet may achieve temporary promotion in rank once each semester.

Permanent promotion boards will consist of six enlisted cadets including the Senior Enlisted Advisor. The Vice Commander will also serve on the permanent promotion board. The ASI will advise the permanent promotion board. A cadet may achieve one permanent promotion each school year.

AS-I AS-I cadets are considered for promotion two times throughout the school year. The first will be during the first semester after the midterm examinations; the second will be during the second semester after the midterm examinations.

AS-II Promotions are based the same as for the AS-Is. Cadet staff members will also be evaluated on the job performance to determine their promotion.

AS-III and AS-IV AS-III and AS-IV cadets may be promoted after mid term exams. The basis for their promotions is the same as for the AS-II cadets with special evaluations for staff members.

10 Below the Zone Promotion Below the zone (BTZ) promotions are promotions in which a cadet is promoted ahead of his/her peers. Usually these promotions are identified before the end of each semester of the school year. Reasons for this may be performing in an outstanding manner or going above and beyond the call of duty. Below the Zone promotions are an indication that a cadet is doing his/her best, so always strive to do your best!

SUSPENSION

If a cadet is suspended from school for an excess of three days, he/she will automatically revert to his/her permanent grade. Permanent grades are as follows: Class Rank Abbreviation AS-I C/Airman c/Amn AS-II C/Airman 1st Class c/A1C AS-III C/Senior Airman c/SrA AS-IV C/Staff Sergeant c/SSgt

DEMOTION BOARDS

Demotion Boards are handled in the same manner as promotion boards. These boards will consist of all Flight Commanders, Squadron Commanders, the Group Commander and Group Vice Commander, who will consider all factors including the cadet's promotion file. The board will then decide if the misconduct of the cadet(s) involved will result in a demotion. Any cadet may be reduced to a rank deemed appropriate by the board, SASI, ASI, and misconduct committed.

11 THE CORE VALUES OF THE AIR FORCE CA-20133

This section covers some sound advice that will help you in getting more out of JROTC and more out of life. It is hoped that you will pay close attention to the ideals outlined here. They are not strictly enforced regulations, but some of them are the keys to a successful life. Core values are the foundation upon which a truly quality society is built.

Integrity First

It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. It is the "moral compass" -- the inner voice; the voice of self-control; the basis for the trust imperative in today's world. Integrity is the ability to hold together and properly regulate all of the elements of a personality. A person of integrity, for example, is capable of acting on conviction. A person of integrity can control impulses and appetites.

But, Integrity has several other moral traits indispensable to service to the unit.

Courage. A person of integrity possesses moral courage and does what is right even if the personal cost is high.

Honesty. Honesty is the hallmark of the professional cadet because in the unit, our word must be our bond. We don't pencil-whip reports, we don't cover up violations. The bottom line is we don't lie, and we can't justify any deviation.

Responsibility. No person of integrity is irresponsible; a person of true integrity acknowledges his or her duties and acts accordingly.

Accountability. No person of integrity tries to shift the blame to others or take credit for the work of others; "the buck stops here" says it best.

Justice. A person of integrity practices justice. Those who do similar things must get similar rewards or similar punishment.

Openness. Professionals of integrity encourage free flow of information within the organization. They seek feedback from all directions to ensure they are fulfilling key responsibilities, and they are never afraid to allow anyone at any time to examine how they do business.

12 Self-respect. To have integrity also is to respect oneself as a professional and a human being. A person of integrity does not behave in ways that would bring discredit upon him/her self or the organization to which he belongs.

Humility. A person of integrity grasps and is sobered by the awesome task of defending the Constitution of the United States.

Honor. Honor is the highest form of self-respect. Although the group has no Honor Code, lying, cheating, and stealing will not be tolerated by any cadet. You should learn to trust the people in your unit, and the only way to be able to trust people is to be trustworthy yourself. Be certain that all you do are things that you can be proud of. The great reward of an honorable person is that they respect themselves. If you want respect, then you must respect yourself.

Loyalty. Loyalty is the quality of sincere confidence in and support for the purposes, methods, and capabilities in superiors and subordinates. This does not mean that you cannot disagree with a superior. You have the right to express your opinion, but your superior has the final word. However, it is not loyal to publicly criticize a superior, peer, or subordinate. It only takes a small amount of common sense to realize that a group could fall apart because only a few minor incidents of this. Your fellow cadets deserve your loyalty.

Discipline. Discipline is the "cement" that bonds any military force together. Without discipline, what is AFJROTC? AFJROTC is a mob without discipline. The heart of discipline is obedience of orders to the letter and doing so in spirit. (Do not obey orders because you are afraid of being punished; obey because you want to help AFJROTC become a better organization than what it already is). No discipline. . . No AFJROTC. No AFJROTC. . . (Eventually) No Air Force. . . No Air Force. . .No nation. No nation. . . No freedom. Think about it.

Service Before Self

The willingness to volunteer your time for the betterment of the community. Volunteer opportunities will be available through the Salvation Army Holiday Food Program, Ch10 Coats for Kids, local senior living centers and other community activities in the Rancho Cordova community.

Excellence in All We Do

Who wants to be average? The instructors and other members of the JROTC program will encourage each other to do the best that they can doing order to achieve their potential.

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