AFJROTC CADET CREED I Am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet

HOPKINS COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL KY-20001

Cadet Guidebook

SY 2017 - 18

Hopkins County Central High School 6625 Hopkinsville Road Madisonville, Kentucky 42431 Telephone (270) 825-6133 Fax Phone (270) 825-6135 TABLE OF CONTENTS

NOTE: This handbook supports the leadership and personal development objectives of AFJROTC by outlining cadet responsibilities, cadet conduct, uniform and personal appearance standards, and the cadet corps' organization, operation, and extracurricular activities. All cadets will read this handbook, maintain a copy of it, know its contents, and comply with its standards to satisfactorily meet AFJROTC course objectives. The Cadet Corps Commander will review this handbook at least annually and recommend changes to the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor.

Paragraph Chapter 1 - Mission, Enrollment, Codes, and Cadet Organization Section A—Mission, Vision, Goals, and Objectives 3 Section B – Enrollment and Disenrollment 3 Section C – Honor Code and Code of Conduct 4 Section D—Organization 5 Chapter 2 – Job Descriptions and Unit Manning Document Section A – Job Descriptions 7 Section B – Unit Manning Document 9

Chapter 3 - Class Rules and Procedures, Grading Scale, and Distribution 11

Chapter 4 - Personnel Section A – Cadet Grades (Rank) 15 Section B – Hazing 15 Section C – Cadet Action Board 15 Section D – Cadet Promotions and Cadet Job Assignments 15 Section E – Reserve Flight 16 Section F – Hopkins County Central AFJROTC Service "HCC" Letter 17 Section G – AFJROTC KY-20001 "ACE" Award Program 17 Section H – AFJROTC Cadet Awards and AFROTC Sponsored Awards 17 Section I – Outstanding Cadet of the Flight Award 17 Section J – Honor Flight Award 17 Section K – Certificates of Completion and Training 18 Chapter 5 - Uniforms, Equipment, Books, and Personal Appearance Section A – Uniform, Books, and Other Equipment Accountability 24 Section B –Male Uniforms 25 Section C – Male Personal Appearance 25 Section D – Female Uniform Requirements 26 Section E – Female Personal Appearance 26 Section F – Cadet Utility Uniform Requirements: Male & Female 27 Section G – General Uniform and Personal Appearance Comments 27 Chapter 6 - Drill and Ceremonies 36 Chapter 7 - Extracurricular Activities 37 Figures 3.5. Cadet Point/Promotion system 13 4.1. AFJROTC Service "HCC" Letter 18 4.2. AFJROTC Insignia 19 4.3. AFJROTC Cadet Awards 20 5.1. Headgear (Male/Female) 28 5.2. Cadet Male Service Dress 29 5.3. Cadet Male Light Blue Shirt 30 5.4. Cadet Female Service Dress 31 5.5. Cadet Female Light Blue Blouse 32 5.6. Cadet Light Weight Blue Jacket 33 5.7. Cadet Utility Uniform (ABU) 34 5.8. Tie Tying Instructions 35 6.1. Flight Drill Performance 36

Chapter 1

MISSION, ENROLLMENT, CODES, AND ORGANIZATION

SECTION A—MISSION, VISION, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES

1.1 Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Mission: “Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.”

1.2 2017-2018 Vision Statement: A family-oriented corps of cadets working together to improve their school, their community, and themselves through their involvement in various JROTC activities. Excellence in all we do, commitment, and respect will be the foundation for the 2017-2018 school “Year of Excellence”.

1.3 2017-18 Cadet Corps Goals:

School 1. 65% of cadets will attend at least one JROTC event 2. Have no less than 5 recruiting trips (3 normal, 2 event) 3. $ 2,500 minimum in fundraising for corps and participation in community events Community 1. Be featured in the news at least once per trimester 2. Plan and conduct at least two significant community service actions per trimesters 3. 70% of cadets will participate in 8 hours of community service

Cadet 1. 70% of cadets will maintain an overall 2.0 GPA 2. 70% of cadets will make no less than a C (70%) on their health and wellness grade Ex. Dress out, participate, and improve their benchmark PFT

1.4. AFJROTC Objectives. 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.

SECTION B—ENROLLMENT AND DISENROLLMENT

THERE IS NO MILITARY SERVICE OBLIGATION FOR AFJROTC ENROLLMENT

1.3. Enrollment. AFJROTC courses are open to all male and female students who are:

1.3.1. Full time students at Hopkins County Central High School (HCCHS)

1.3.2. Continued enrollment for upper-class cadets will be approved on a case-by-case basis by the SASI/ASI.

1.4. Disenrollment. The SASI, with principal concurrence, can disenroll, with no course credit, a cadet who does not pass an aerospace course. Cadets who do not comply with conduct or uniform standards may also be disenrolled. Cadets will not receive “Certification of Completion” credit toward military training for failed AFJROTC courses.

SECTION C--CADET HONOR CODE AND CADET CREED

CADET HONOR CODE "A cadet will not lie, cheat, or steal nor tolerate those among them who do."

AFJROTC CADET CREED I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet. I am connected and faithful to every Corps of Cadets who serve their community and nation with Patriotism. I earn respect when I uphold the core values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do. I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, school, Corps of Cadets, community, and to myself. My character defines me. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I am accountable for my actions and deeds. I will hold others accountable for their actions as well. I will honor those I serve with, those who have come before me, and those who will come after me. I am a Patriot, a Leader, and a Wingman devoted to those I serve, follow, and lead. I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet.

SECTION D--ORGANIZATION

1.5. Organization. The AFJROTC KY-20001 Cadet Corps is organized as a Cadet Group as shown in Figure 1.1.

1.6. Chain of Command. Each cadet will know the chain of command and the names of the people assigned in Figure 1-2. The Chain of Command defines lines of authority and communication. Cadets should use the chain for cadet business such as questions on uniforms, customs and courtesies, drill, promotions, cadet awards, extracurricular activities, and class rules and procedures

1.7. Job Descriptions. Job descriptions for cadet corps staff positions are contained in Chapter 2, Section A. Like the Air Force, job responsibilities and duties will increase with promotion. Cadets earn their job assignments and are entrusted to carry out their job duties, to include supervisory responsibilities, to the best of their ability.

1.8. Unit Manning Document. The Unit Manning Document is contained in Chapter 2, Section B.

Figure 1.1 Cadet Organization Chart

AIR FORCE JUNIOR R.O.T.C. KY-20001 ORGANIZATION CHART HOPKINS COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Group Commander

Deputy Group/CC Inspector Senior Enlisted Color Guard/CC Reserve Sq/CC General Adv

Operations/CC Mission First Sergeant Chaplin Support/CC

Alpha Flight/CC Award & Public Affairs Decoration Bravo Flight/CC Computer Recruiting Support

Charlie Flight/CC Logistics

Delta Flight/CC Personnel

Drill Team/CC Physical Fitness

Orienteering/CC Special Projects

Marksmanship/CC

NOTE 1: Shaded positions are members of the executive staff. NOTE 2: The reserve commander will represent and support the cadets who are not in a JROTC class that trimester.

Figure 1.2. Chain of Command Chain of Command Principal, Hopkins County Central High School Aerospace Science Instructors AFJROTC KY-20001 Cadet Group Commander Cadet Deputy Group Commander Cadet Squadron Commander Flight Commander Flight Sergeant Element Leader

2017-2018 Chain of Command & NCOS

Aerospace instructors: Major Beverly Mock & Chief Keith Finney Cadet Group Commander: Billy Stokes Cadet Deputy Group Commander: Lauren McKnight Senior Enlisted Advisor: Jack Stratton Inspector General: Calen Browning Group Chaplin: Aliijha Mosby Color Guard Commander: Layla Grimes Color Guard OIC: Destiny Young Color Guard NCOIC: Caitlyn Johnson Color Guard NCO: Delena Gossett Reserve Squadron Commander: Levi McGregor Reserve Squadron NCOIC: Ethan Stokes Public Affairs Officer: Zach Neisz Public Affairs NCO: Darcy Hancock Mission Support Commander: Tim Alexander First Sergeant: Ryan Cummins Personnel: Jordan Bess Awards and Dec: Dakota Moore Awards and Dec Specialist: Joshua Parker Records Technician: Cara Smith Computer services: Jessica Cartwright Computer Services: Marrissa Littlepage Logistics Officer: Theresa Poustka Logistics: Delena Gossett Logistics Specialist: Tatan Barnes Physical Fitness Officer: Ryan Brasher Physical Fitness: Aliijha Mosby Physical Fitness: Ethan Brown Operation Squadron Commander: Silas Kington Operations NCO: Nick Baize Drill Team Commander: Layla Grimes Orienteering Commander: Billy Stokes/Layla Grimes Marksmanship Commander: James Pendley/Logan Browning

CHAPTER 2 JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT

Section A: Job Descriptions

General responsibilities for all Cadet Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) (1) Enforce appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct standards (2) Attend cadet co-curricular activities as scheduled by the cadet Group Commander.

Cadet Group Commander will: (1) Manage the cadet corps senior staff through scheduled executive staff meetings (2) Advise the AFJROTC KY-20001 on corps operations policies and procedures (3) Develop annual unit goals through the executive staff (4) Develop a cadet operations and activities calendar (5) Chair the Cadet Action Board (6) Recommend cadets for jobs, awards, and promotions (7) Publicize cadet activities and accomplishments through the public affairs officer. Cadet Deputy Group Commander will: (1) Command the group/accomplish group commander responsibilities in their absence (2) Supervise the cadet staff (Mission Support Commander and Operations Commander) (3) Serve as primary project officer for the cadet handbook (4) Assist group commander as directed and attend Cadet Action Board meetings (5) Coordinate with squadron and flight commanders on cadet operations. Cadet Reserve Squadron Commander will: (1) Supervise reserve (out of seats) cadets and ensure information is distributed to the reserve cadets (2) Advise Group Commander on all reserve squadron issues (3) As directed by SASI, command group in the absence of group and deputy group commander (4) Serve on Cadet Action Board. Cadet Operations Squadron Commander will: (1) Supervise flight commanders (2) Assist SASI/ASI with cadet orientation program (3) Plan corps activities and supervise formal ceremonies such as retreat (4) As directed by SASI, command group in the absence of group and deputy group commander (5) Ensure that activity continuity files are completed for all events for future reference (6) Serve on Cadet Action Board. Cadet Mission Support Squadron Commander will: (1) Supervise Awards and Decorations; Personnel; Logistics; and Computer Services personnel (2) Provide operations support services to plan and implement corps activities (3) Prepare cadet group master operations plan and calendar (4) Ensure that personnel policies and training goals are accomplished (5) ensure that cadet orders and operations plans are posted (6) Serve on the Cadet Action Board. Cadet Inspector General will: (1) Advise Group Commander on all pertinent cadet issues (2) Principal adviser to the SASI/ASI for matters relating to Honor Code violations (3) Establish process for reporting Honor Code violations (4) Assist with unit annual self-inspection. Cadet Senior Enlisted Advisor will: (1) Advise cadet Group Commander and SASI/ASI on the morale and welfare of the cadet corps (2) Conduct periodic NCO staff meetings for inputs to group commanders (3) Attend executive staff meetings (4) Supervise and train flight sergeants (5) Attend Cadet Action Board meetings.

Cadet Chaplin will: (1) Lead voluntary prayer before school, at events, and as requested (2) Advise cadet Group Commander on all morale, welfare, and community service issues (3) Attend executive staff meetings.

Cadet Drill, Color Guard, Marksmanship and Orienteering Commanders will: (1) Write operations plans covering membership and operations policies and procedures (2) Organize and train team members for competitions and performances (3) Publicize team activities in corps, school, and community publications and news media (4) Raise funds to support activities.

Cadet Public Affairs Officer/NCO: (1) Write and publish a periodic cadet newsletter (2) Maintain group history, group scrapbooks, and bulletin board (3) Publicize timely newsworthy items about cadets in corps, school, and community publications.

Cadet Flight Commander will: (1) Command flight in classroom and in formal formations (2) Supervise cadets and provide feedback on their performance, leadership, and promotion potential (3) Provide drill and ceremonies training to flight cadets (4) Report attendance (5) Recommend improvements to flight conduct and operations to SASI/ASI (6) Inspect flight members during uniform and personal appearance inspections.

Cadet Flight Sergeant will: (1) Assume command of the flight in the absence of the flight commander (2) Assist flight commander in teaching drill and ceremonies (3) Prepare flight for inspection and accomplishing inspection records.

Cadet Element Leader will: (1) Assume duties of flight sergeant in their absence as directed by the flight commander (2) Supervise element members and train element members (3) Maintain cleanliness of area occupied by element in class (4) Report attendance of element.

Cadet Personnel Officer/NCO will: (1) Maintain and secure cadet records using computer Cadet and Inventory Management System (CIMS) (2) Maintain, publish, and distribute organization chart and unit detail listing (3) Prepare, coordinate, publish, and file cadet special orders (4) Maintain flight cadet of the trimester (5) Publicize cadet scholarship and academy opportunities.

Cadet Logistics Officer/NCO will: (1) Recommend supply policies and procedures to ASI (2) Recommend and post cadet supply operations hours for uniform support for cadets (3) Schedule staffing for hours of operation for the supply room (3) Help ASI accomplish uniform, book, and accountable equipment supply actions (4) Maintain a neat and efficient cadet supply area (5) Forward supply requirements to ASI to support cadet corps operations.

Cadet Physical Fitness Officer/NCO will: (1) Operate a voluntary individualized physical fitness program which includes objectives and awards (2) Publicize cadet physical fitness accomplishments.

Cadet Computer Systems Personnel will: (1) Serve as primary webmaster for HCCHS JROTC webpage (2) Inventory computer resources as requested by SASI (3) Advisor to cadet commander, SASI, and ASI on computer systems.

Cadet Special Projects Officer/NCO will: (1) Serve as the primary advocate to community service projects (2) Assist Mission Support squadron commander on publicizing community service events (3) Assist in planning corps projects.

Section B: Unit Manning Document

AFJROTC KY-20001 CADET GROUP

LINE FUNCTION POSITION AUTH AUTH NO SYMBOL GRADE NO GROUP COMMAND 1 GP/CC Group Commander c/Col 1 2 GP/CD Deputy Group Commander c/Lt Col 1 3 GP/CCC Senior Enlisted Advisor c/CMSgt 1 4 IG Inspector General c/Lt Col 1 5 GP/CH Group Chaplin c/Maj 1 6 GP/CGCC Color Guard Commander c/Capt 1 7 GP/PA Public Affairs Officer/NCO c/Capt/MSgt 1 8 GP/RA Recruiting Officer/NCO c/Capt/MSgt 1

OPERATIONS SQUADRON 9 OS/CC Operations Squadron Commander c/Maj 1 10 OS/CCF First Sergeant c/MSgt 1 11 OS/DTCC Drill Team Commander c/Capt 1 12 OS/OTCC Orienteering Commander c/Capt 1 13 FLT A/CC Alpha Flight Commander c/Capt 1 14 Fight Sergeant/Element Leader c/SSgt/A1C 1/5 15 FLT B/CC Bravo Flight Commander c/Capt 1 16 Flight Sergeant/Element Leader c/SSgt/A1C 1/5 17 FLT C/CC Charlie Flight Commander c/Capt 1 18 Flight Sergeant/Element Leader c/SSgt/A1C 1/5 19 FLT B/CC Delta Flight Commander c/Capt 1 20 Flight Sergeant/Element Leader c/SSgt/A1C 1/5 21 FLT C/CC Echo Flight Commander c/Capt 1 18 Flight Sergeant/Element Leader c/SSgt/A1C 1/5

MISSION SUPPORT FLIGHT 19 MSS/CC Commander c/Maj 1 20 MSS/MSFA Awards and Decorations Officer c/Capt 1 21 Awards and Decorations NCO c/SSgt 1 22 MSS/MSFP Personnel Officer c/Capt 1 23 Personnel SNCO c/MSgt 1 24 Records Technician c/SSgt 3 25 Awards/Decorations Specialist c/SrA 3 26 Logistics Officer c/Capt 1 27 Logistics NCO c/SSgt 1 28 MSS/FM Finance Officer c/Capt 1 29 Finance SNCO c/MSgt 1 30 Computer Services Officer c/1st Lt 1 31 Computer Services NCO c/SSgt 1

32 Physical Fitness Officer c/1st Lt 1 33 Physical Fitness NCO c/SSgt 1 34 Physical Fitness Airman c/A1C 3

RESERVE SQUADRON 35 RS/CC Commander c/Lt Col 1 36 RS/CCF First Sergeant c/MSgt 1 37 First Trimester Flight Commander c/Capt 1 38 Second Trimester Flight Commander c/Capt 1 39 Third Trimester Flight Commander c/Capt 1

NOTE: Just because you receive a particular position does not mean you will receive the rank listed, it is the authorized rank or suggested rank for the listed position. Your rank will be determined from promotion points, behavior, and involvement and will be determined by SASI and ASI.

Chapter 3

CLASSROOM RULES/PROCEDURES, GRADING SCALE, AND DISTRIBUTION

3.1. Classroom Rules. All cadets will abide by the following class rules to receive AFJROTC course credit. Failure to follow classroom rules will result in disciplinary actions. Cadets will: 3.1.1. Refrain from eating food or drinking beverages in the classroom. 3.1.2. Wait until recognized by the instructor or a guest lecturer before talking. 3.1.3. Get the instructor's permission before writing on the bulletin board and other visual aids. 3.1.4. Only put their heads down on desks when authorized by instructor due to illness. 3.1.5. Speak with a conversational volume when called on by the instructor and behave in an orderly manner. 3.1.6. Address the instructor or guest lecturer as "Sir" or "Ma'am" or cadet officers when in uniform or in formation as "Sir" or "Ma'am." During class and JROTC events use “Cadet and Last Name” or “Cadet/Rank and Last Name.” 3.1.7. When guest speakers are in class, cadets will stand up, and identify themselves prior to asking questions. 3.1.8. Bring notebooks pencil(s), pen(s) with black/blue ink, and textbooks to class. 3.1.9. Be respectful and considerate towards teachers, visitors, or other students.

3.2. Classroom Procedures. The following are the daily classroom procedures:

3.2.1. Cadets will be in the classroom in their seats when the second bell rings. Cadets will get out homework, books, and supplies for the class. Element leaders will ensure their element is prepared for instruction.

3.2.2. After the second bell rings:  The flight guide on will post the class flag.  The Flight Commander/Sergeant will direct Element Leaders to "REPORT".  Element leaders will respond by giving the last name of cadets absent from their element. For example, "CADETS TAYLOR AND JONES ARE ABSENT SIR/MA'AM" or "ALL PRESENT OR ACCOUNTED FOR, SIR/MA'AM".  Flight Commander/Sergeant will then turn to the instructor and state "ALL PRESENT AND ACCOUNTED FOR or (NUMBER) CADETS ABSENT, SIR".

3.2.3. After attendance is complete, Element leaders will collect and give the Flight Commander/Sergeant excuse forms, homework, and other paperwork as appropriate. The Flight Commander/Sergeant will then deliver the items to the class instructor and make daily announcements.

3.2.4. Unexcused absences and excessive tardiness will negatively affect Outstanding Flight competition and the cadet's course grade. Being on time and attending school are qualities that will help ensure future success.

3.2.5. At the direction of the instructor, the Flight Commander/Sergeant come to the front of the class and state "PREPARE FOR DISMISSAL". Cadets will stop class work and put books and classroom materials away. Cadets will police area, align desks, push in chairs, and stand at parade rest behind their chair until further instructions.

3.2.6. Flight Commander/Sergeant will check that all trash is picked up and the desks are aligned before the bell sounds. Flight Commander/Sergeant will then "DISMISS" the flight as the bell sounds. Cadets can then retrieve their personal belongings and orderly depart the classroom.

3.2.7. To show respect to superintendents, principals, distinguished visitors, SASI and other active and retired officers, the cadet who first recognizes the visitor will in a confident, authoritative voice, state "Flight, ATTENTION". All cadets will come to the position of ATTENTION at their desks, facing forward, and remain standing silently until directed to take their seats by the instructor.

3.3. Grading Scale. Aerospace Science Instructors will use the following weighted grading scale and assign a letter grade using the school's published grading scale. Progress reports will be accomplished and sponsors will be notified by phone of any grade and/or behavior concerns. Instructors will allow cadets to review their grade prior to reports going to parents. Cadets can request extra credit work that will be weighted to the academics category.

Trimester Grade (80% of Final Grade) First Year Cadet First Trimester Quizzes – 20% Quizzes – 30% Homework/Class Participation – 20% Homework/Class Participation – 30% Extreme Wellness – 20% Extreme Wellness – 20% Leadership* – 15% Leadership* – 20% Uniform Wear – 25%

Final Exam (20% of Final Grade) Final Exam (20% of Final Grade) Drill Evaluation – 30% Drill Evaluation – 40% Uniform – 30% Academic Evaluation – 60% Academic Evaluation – 40%

*Conduct, Attitude, Participation, Uniform Wear, and Drill Performance make up the leadership grade.

3.3.1. Homework Policy. Cadets must accomplish and turn in all assigned homework on time to successfully complete an AFJROTC course. All homework is due on demand. If a cadet is absent on the date homework is due and has been excused in accordance with school policy, homework is due after the day of return. This policy also applies to any other work, to include exams, which must be made up within the number of days that the cadet was excused. It is the cadet's responsibility to make up any work. The instructor can only make exceptions to the above policies. No late homework will be accepted unless arrangements are made with the SASI/ASI. If late homework is approved, points will be deducted from the homework grade for every day late.

3.3.2. Uniform Wear Policy. Wearing the uniform is a critical part of the AF JROTC curriculum. The cadet will be counseled after he/she misses his/her first uniform wear, the cadets parents will be contacted after the second miss and a letter of counseling (LOC) will be issued. Cadets who miss 4 or more uniform wears during the trimester will be not be allowed to attend any CIA trips during the year. Below are the full consequences of not wearing the uniform:

1st uniform wear miss 0/warning 2nd uniform wear miss 0/contact parents/Letter of Counseling (LOC) 3rd uniform wear miss 0/contact parents/Letter of Reprimand (LOR) 4th uniform wear miss 0/contact parents/ 30 minutes of detention 5 or more misses’ 0/contact parents/60 minutes of detention

3.4. Cadet Bulletin/Announcement Boards. All cadets will review the cadet bulletin boards daily for announcements. The bulletin boards are located outside the AFJROTC office and in the cafeteria. Failure to read and comply with any instructions will impact grades, promotion, AFJROTC awards, and participation in co/extracurricular activities.

3.5. Cadet Point/Promotion System. A points system is used to help determine promotions and awards, participation in extra-curricular activities, and select cadets for upcoming field trips if space is limited. Cadets must earn points through participating in community service activities such as color guard, parades, etc., completing Summer Leadership School (SLS), earning ribbons, etc. Cadets should work to earn the highest amount of points possible and must meet a certain point value to be eligible for promotion (see figure 3.5). Point values increase with rank knowing higher ranking cadets should be active in their corps. There are also certain requirements to attain specific ranks listed below. Points may be awarded or subtracted at the discretion of the SASI/ASI for just cause. Rank may be awarded at the discretion of the SASI/ASI for just cause without cadets meeting all requirements for that rank.

Figure 3.5 Points Scale Activity Points Complete SLS (first time only) 200 Complete SLS (second or third time) 100 Complete Summer Orientation Camp (Cadet Instructor) 100 Complete Summer Orientation Camp (Freshman Cadet) 50 Outstanding member of an AFJROTC Team for one year, Marksmanship, Drill, or Orienteering 100 Compete in a competition on a AFJROTC Team 50 Attend Drill, Orienteering, or Marksmanship practice 5 Receive a National Award or ribbons from Academic to Gold Valor Award 50 Receive a Badge not listed on points scale, i.e. Ground School, AEF Award, Sharpshooter, etc. 100 Cadet of the Trimester 100 Member of Outstanding Flight 50 Presentation to School or Community (recruiting, DARE, etc.) 50 Member of the Kitty Hawk Air Society 10 per meeting Perform in a performance (school/community) i.e. parade, 9/11, Veterans Day, etc. 50 Color Guard Performance 25 Community Service Event 50 Attend JROTC activity such as Dining In/Out, Military Ball, and Sports Day etc. 50 Attend other cadet function (Commander’s Call, Focus Group, etc.) 25 Recipient of AFJROTC Sponsored Award (Activities, Service, Recruiting etc) 25 per ribbon Wear uniform on uniform day during trimesters not in a JROTC course or first year cadets in first course 15

Note 1: Cadets will not be awarded points from multiple categories for the same activity. I.e. A cadet will not earn points for color guard performing in a color guard and for participating in community service if that cadet only participated in a color guard. However, if the color guard is a multiple of three (which earns that cadet a color guard ribbon) he/she will be awarded points for earning the ribbon and performing in the color guard.

Note 2: Cadets who fail to show for JROTC commitments will have their promotion total reduced by the points the cadet would gain through participation in the activity. Cadets who are punished for inappropriate behavior will receive the following deductions: Detention -100 points; ICE -150 points; Suspension -200 points. Additionally, cadets will lose 100 promotion points for uniform misses. Promotion Scale To be eligible for the rank, you must meet the requirements listed under each. Eligibility means you are able to receive the rank and does not guarantee the receipt of it. Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the SASI/ASI Enlisted Cadet Airman: Cadet Technical Sergeant: 6 weeks as Airman Basic 9 weeks as Staff Sergeant 100 points; 2.0 GPA Pass promotion test with 80% 900 points; 3.0 GPA Cadet Airman First Class: 6 weeks as Airman Cadet Master Sergeant: 300 points; 2.0 GPA 9 weeks as Technical Sergeant Must complete Senior NCO Course Cadet Senior Airman: 2000 points; 3.0 GPA 12 weeks as Airman First Class Cadet Senior Master Sergeant: 500 Points; 2.0 GPA 9 weeks as Master Sergeant 3000 points; 3.0 GPA Cadet Staff Sergeant: 9 weeks as Senior Airman Cadet Chief Master Sergeant: Pass promotion test with 80% 9 weeks as Senior Master Sergeant 700 Points; 3.0 GPA 4000 Points; 3.0 GPA Appointed by SASI or ASI

Officer

Cadet Second Lieutenant: Cadet Major: 2000 points 4000 points Must complete Officer Course 3.0 GPA 3.0 GPA Appointed by SASI, ASI, or cadet staff Appointed by SASI, ASI, or cadet staff Cadet Lieutenant Colonel: Cadet First Lieutenant: 5000 points 2500 points 3.0 GPA 3.0 GPA Appointed by SASI, ASI, or cadet staff

Cadet Colonel: Cadet Captain: 3000 points 6000 points 3.0 GPA 3.0 GPA Appointed by SASI, ASI, or cadet staff Appointed by SASI, ASI, or cadet staff

To be an officer/ take the promotion test you HAVE to have a 3.0. If you are already an officer and your GPA falls below a 3.0 you will be put on academic probation. Tutoring will be offered by qualified upper classmen. Sign-up sheet in the back of the classroom/ bulletin board.

Chapter 4 PERSONNEL

SECTION A--CADET GRADES

4.1. Cadet Grade (Rank). There are two grades a cadet may hold. All written references to cadet grade will have the word "Cadet" as part of the cadet grade, i.e. Cadet Major Josh Smith. Grade is represented by standardized AFJROTC insignia (Figure 3.1) that are worn on the cadet uniform. Two categories of cadet grades are: 4.1.1. Permanent Grade. This grade is commensurate with the number of years of successful AFJROTC completion provided satisfactory progress has been made for the entire year. Retention of the permanent grade is contingent upon satisfactory performance and behavior. Permanent grade for the first year is Cadet Airman, second year - Cadet Airman First Class, third year - Cadet Senior Airman, and fourth year - Cadet Staff Sergeant. 4.1.2. Temporary Grade. Cadets will be awarded on cadet orders a temporary grade based on their cadet job and performance. Since the grade is temporary, it will not necessarily be carried over from year to year, performance determines achieving and retaining. Officer grades are hard to achieve and will normally be awarded to seniors and some juniors and sophomore cadets. Thus, a cadet officer's entire academic record and conduct will be closely scrutinized by the SASI and ASI to determine if officer grades will be awarded and retained. A cadet will wear the insignia of the cadet temporary grade. Normally, cadets will not hold a temporary grade higher than the maximum grade authorized for the job in the Unit Manning Document (UMD).

SECTION B—HAZING 4.2. Hazing of cadets will not be tolerated and is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. SASI will deal harshly with any cadet who uses their leadership position, seniority, or rank/grade to engage in behavior, physical or verbal, that is demeaning, retaliatory, dangerous, or for personal gain. This prohibition includes directing a cadet to do pushups or other physical activities for punishment or directing comments towards a cadet that can be interpreted as threatening, demeaning, or containing prejudicial comments or overtones. The SASI will brief cadets on this policy in August and January.

SECTION C--CADET ACTION BOARD 4.3. SASI will convene a Cadet Action Board, chaired by the cadet corps commander, to recommend: 4.3.1. Cadets for promotion, awards, and honor code violations 4.3.2. Cadet corps operations, policies, procedures, and cadet handbook revisions 4.3.3. The SASI will convene a Cadet Action Boards as required. As a minimum the board will consist of the Cadet Commander (Chairperson), Cadet Deputy Commander, Cadet Senior Enlisted Advisor, Cadet Operations Squadron Commander, Cadet Mission Support Flight Commander, Inspector General, and Cadet Personnel Officer (Recorder). The SASI and/or ASI will attend all meetings as an advisor. Sanitized, meeting minutes, approved by the SASI, will be published/posted on the cadet bulletin board. 4.3.4. Policy Review. For this purpose, the Cadet Action Board will include squadron first sergeant and flight sergeants. The Cadet Action Board will develop a system that provides each cadet an opportunity to identify complaints, concerns, or recommendations of either a personal or corps interest to the board for appropriate action. The board will recommend new policies, procedures, or changes to existing ones contained in this handbook or policy statements to the SASI/ASI.

SECTION D--CADET PROMOTIONS AND CADET JOB ASSIGNMENTS 4.4. General. The cadet promotion system promotes cadets to permanent grades commensurate with the number of years of successful completion of AFJROTC; promotes cadets to temporary grades to fill cadet jobs; and promotes exceptional performers. The cadet job assignment system places cadets in leadership jobs where they can demonstrate and refine their leadership skills. Promotions are tied to assignment of leadership jobs. September, October, December, January, March, and May will serve as times to promote cadets and present awards.

4.5. Responsibilities. The SASI will promote cadets, assign cadets to jobs, demote cadets, and reassign AF JROTC KY- 20001 cadets using cadet orders. The cadet corps commander will submit staff position recommendations to the SASI and ASI, who will approve all key staff and commander assignments. 4.6. Promotion and Job Assignment Selection Criteria: The cadet point/promotion system (see paragraph 2.5.) is used in conjunction with the criteria below to determine promotion eligibility and job assignment.

4.6.1. Academic Performance. How well does the cadet perform in all their academic studies and the AFJROTC leadership lab? Does the cadet complete assignments, seek responsibility, and work well with others? 4.6.2. Leadership Skills. How well does the cadet perform assigned cadet duties? Is the cadet considerate of the needs of others? Do they maximize use of available resources? Can they motivate cadets or do they do all the work themselves? Do they serve as a good role model? Do they manage time well? Have they shown leadership potential? 4.6.3. Co-curricular Activities. To what degree do they participate in cadet activities within constraints of work and other obligations? Do they volunteer for community, school, and Corps service activities? If they are active in other school activities, do they assume and seek out leadership positions? 4.6.4. Conduct. Does the cadet’s conduct, uniform wear, and personal appearance present a good image and positive attitude? Does the cadet assume training responsibilities for other cadets? Is the cadet an active spokesman for AFJROTC?

4.6.5. Promotion Evaluation (PE): The PE will be given twice each grading period (coincides with progress reports and report cards). Cadets must pass the PE to be eligible for promotion to Cadet Staff Sergeant. Passing score is 80 percent.

4.6.6. Cadets promoted to cadet officers and senior noncommissioned officers (Master Sergeant, Senior Master Sergeant, or Chief Master Sergeant) must not have any course failures. The SASI will place any cadets not meeting these standards on probation for the next grading period. If the cadet fails to achieve minimum standards while on probation, the SASI can reduce them in grade and remove them from their position. Cadets can appeal this decision within 10 calendar days to the SASI for final review and action.

4.6.7. All other cadets must be passing all classes to be eligible for temporary promotion. A "D" in an AFJROTC course makes a cadet ineligible for temporary promotion but not for consideration of permanent promotion. If a cadet fails AFJROTC, then they are ineligible for permanent promotion.

4.6.8. Cadets who transfer from another JROTC program will assume their rank/grade they held in their last unit. The SASI/ASI will request their cadet records from the losing unit. Upon receipt of their cadet records, the SASI/ASI will evaluate the cadet's record and award the appropriate grade and job. 4.7. Job Assignment Policies: 4.7.1. Cadets who are seniors and fourth year cadets receive priority for assignment to senior cadet staff, commanders, and officer jobs. If there is a lack of qualified seniors, then high school junior or sophomore cadets will be assigned to officer jobs. 4.7.2. Cadets initially assigned to cadet jobs will normally be awarded a grade below the maximum authorized for the job in the cadet UMD. This is an incentive for the cadet to continue to perform to be eligible for promotion to the highest grade authorized for the position. 4.7.3. The SASI will select the Cadet Corps Commander, with a recommendations from the ASI and seniors on the executive staff. The SASI will also seek recommendations from administration, teachers, and counselors. 4.7.4. The Cadet Corps Commander, key staff members, and commanders will normally serve in their positions for one year starting in February ending the following February with a Corps Commander change of command ceremony. 4.7.5. Cadet special orders will be published and distributed in September, October, December, January, March, and May. All promotions and job assignments will be included on the special orders/Unit Detail Listing. Amendments will be published as required. The SASI will approve all orders. No promotions, job assignments, or insignia issue will occur until orders are published and distributed.

4.8. Cadet Records: Cadet Records are maintained in the on-line WINGS program. If a cadet leaves the unit, their gaining unit can request the cadet’s record upon enrollment into their program.

4.9. Cadet Promotions for Exceptional Performers (PEP). The cadet PEP program promotes outstanding cadets ahead of normal grade advancement. Only cadets with stellar performance and achievement are considered by SASI.

SECTION E--CADET RESERVE FLIGHT 4.10. Students enrolled in a JROTC class during the current school year are placed in the cadet reserve flight during trimesters they are not in an academic class.

4.11. Uniforms will be issued to reserve cadets as required to fulfill the cadet’s commitments associated with co curricular and extracurricular activities. These students are authorized to attend functions such as leadership schools, field trips, community service activities during their "off" academic term. Student must be in good standing with JROTC.

SECTION F--HOPKINS COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL AFJROTC SERVICE "HCC" LETTER

4.12. Purpose. The Hopkins County Central High School AFJROTC Service "HCC" Letter recognizes cadets who accumulate 2,000 promotion points for the initial award, (3000 for second, 4000 for third) for participating in JROTC activities. Promotion points carry over to next school year with award being given in December and May. Cadets must be in good academic standing with no history of disciplinary infractions. .

4.13. Award. Initial award is the Hopkins County Central "HCC" letter which may be worn on HCCHS letter jackets. Follow on awards consist of devices which are attached to the "HCC" letter. See figure 3.1. SECTION G--AFJROTC KY-20001 "ACE" AWARD PROGRAM 4.14. Cadets will receive the following "Ace" awards or their equivalent when they meet or exceed the criteria in 3.14.1-3 during a complete school year: (1) Certificate of Achievement for the first award (2) T-Shirts for addition awards of the “ACE” honors 4.14.1. Earn a "B" or above in AFJROTC and has not been suspended from school and have no unexcused absences. 4.14.2. Wear uniform on each scheduled day and achieve an overall 90 percent average on uniform inspections. 4.14.3. Perform at least one community service project and attend at least one AFJROTC co-curricular activity. SECTION H--AFJROTC CADET AWARDS 4.15. Cadet Awards. In February, the SASI and ASI will select cadets to receive AFJROTC awards as described in Figure 4.3. 4.15.1 AFJROTC cadet award ribbons are shown in Figure 4.3. In order of importance and wear. SECTION I--OUTSTANDING CADET OF THE TRIMESTER AWARD 4.16. This award program promotes personal excellence and teamwork within the flight each trimester. The Flight Commander of each aerospace science class recommends to the Cadet Corps Commander their outstanding cadet each trimester, not later than 10 days, after the end of the quarter. The Cadet Action Board, SASI, and ASI will review recommendations and designate the outstanding first-year cadet and upperclassmen each trimester. The award is based on the "whole person" concept which includes academic excellence; teamwork; cooperation with flight commander and instructors; uniform wear and personal appearance excellence; school, community, and corps involvement; and conduct.

4.17. Recognition. Each of the outstanding cadets will receive a certificate of recognition; maximum publicity in school, community, and corps publications; a notification to parents; credit toward AFJROTC service award. Additionally, their picture will appear on the Outstanding Cadet of the Trimester recognition board.

SECTION J--HONOR FLIGHT AWARD 4.18. Recognizes the flight that works as a team to excel in AFJROTC academics, uniform wear and personal appearance, wellness, and drill. The honor flight points and overall class average in academics, uniform wear, leadership performance, wellness and drill. The SASI and ASI will select the honor flight at the end of each trimester.

4.19. Recognition. Each member of the flight will receive the outstanding flight ribbon.

SECTION K--CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION AND TRAINING 4.20. Certificates of Completion. Cadets will be awarded AF Form 1256, Certificate of Training, for successful completion of 2 years of AFJROTC. AFJROTC Form 310, Certificate of Completion, will be awarded for successful completion of 3 or more years of AFJROTC. The SASI has the option of issuing AFJROTC Form 310 after 3 or 4 years. However, students leaving the program after the 3rd year will be issued AFROTC Form 310. 4.21. Advanced Placement. Cadets who have completed 2 or 3 years of AFJROTC, are high school graduates, and have no prior service are entitled to advanced placement. In accordance with Department of Defense Instruction 1205.13, a student presenting evidence of successful completion of at least 2 academic years of JROTC is entitled to advanced promotion to the grade of E-2 in an Active or a Reserve component of a Military Service. At their discretion, the Military Departments may award the grade of E-3 for successful completion of 3 or more academic years of JROTC. A student presenting evidence of successful completion of 3 academic years of JROTC may be entitled to no less than 1 year of credit in the Senior ROTC Program. Cadets are responsible for ensuring that recruiters understand the special status of the cadet before attending basic military training.

Figure 4.1. AFJROTC Service Letter

Hopkins County Central High School "HCC" Letter with “AFJROTC”

Figure 4.2. AFJROTC Insignia

Figure 4.3. AFJROTC Cadet Awards.

AWARD CADET MUST: ELEMENT (ELIGIBLE) Valor GOLD: Do Voluntary Act of Bravery and Self Medal (All Cadets) Sacrifice Involving Conspicuous Risk of Life Ribbon Beyond Call of Duty Citation SILVER: Do Voluntary Act of Heroism which Does Not Involve Risk of Life Humanitarian Do Humanitarian Act above Call of Duty Ribbon (All Cadets) Certificate Community Service Lead a major unity community service project Ribbon With Excellence Award (All Cadets) Certificate Air Force Excel in Position of Responsibility Medal Association Exhibit Strong Attitude; Exemplary Personal Ribbon (AS III) Appearance, Personal Attributes, and Courtesy; And Show Growth Potential Be an Outstanding Cadet and in Upper 5% of AS Class Be in Upper 10% of High School Class Daedalian Be Patriotic and Want to Serve Country Medal (AS III) Show Leadership Potential and Want to Serve Ribbon In Military Be in Upper 10% of AS II and Junior Cadets Be in Upper 20% of Junior High School Class American Legion Be in Upper 10% of High School Class Medal Scholastic Be in Upper 25% of AS Class Ribbon (AS III/IV) Demonstrate Leadership and Participate in Student Activities American Legion Be in Upper 25% AS Class Medal General Military Demonstrate Outstanding Leadership, Ribbon Excellence Discipline, Character, and Citizenship (AS III/IV) Daughters of the Be in Upper 25% AS Class and High School Class Medal American Revolution Be Dependable with Good Character, Disciplined, Ribbon (AS IV) a Strong Leader, and Committed to Importance Of AFJROTC Training American Veterans Possess Positive Attitude, Outstanding Personal Medal (AS I-IV) Appearance and Personal Character, and Ribbon Officer Potential Have "An" in AS Class and "C" in all Classes at Time of Selection and Presentation Reserve Officers Have a Positive Attitude, Outstanding Personal Medal Association (ROA) Appearance, Character, Courtesy, Growth Ribbon (AS IV) Potential, and Strong Ethics Certificate Be in Upper 10% of AS Class Military Order of Excel in All Academics and Military Training Medal World Wars Actively Participate in Extracurricular Activities Ribbon (AS I) Want to Serve Country and to Continue in AFJROTC Certificate

Figure 4.3. AFJROTC Cadet Sponsored Awards (Cont) AWARD CADET MUST: ELEMENT

Military Officers Be a Junior Academically in Good Standing Medal Association of Exhibit High Morals and Loyalty Ribbon America (AS III) Have Exceptional Military Leadership Potential Veterans of Show Positive Attitude towards AFJROTC Medal Foreign Wars Have Outstanding Military Bearing and Conduct Ribbon (AS III/IV) Have Strong Positive Character Certificate Be Patriotic with Leadership Potential Have "B" in AFJROTC and "C" in All Other Classes Be Active in Student Activities National Sojourners Be in Upper 25% of High School Class Medal (AS II/III) Encourage and Demonstrate Americanism Ribbon Show Leadership Potential Certificate Sons of the American Show High Degree of Leadership Potential, Medal Revolution (ASIII) Military Bearing, and Excellence in AFJROTC Ribbon Be in Top 10% of AFJROTC Class and Top 25% of overall class Scottish rite, Southern Contribute the Most to Encourage Participation in Medal Jurisdiction Award Extracurricular Activities or Community Projects Ribbon (AS III) Be In Top 25% of AFJROTC Class Certificate Demonstrate Dependability, Good Character Self Discipline Good Citizenship and Patriotism Military Order of Show Positive Attitude towards Country and AFJROTC Medal The Purple Heart Hold a Leadership Position in Corps Ribbon (AS III/IV) Be Active in School and Community Have "B" in All Subjects

Air Force Sergeants Be in Top 25% of AS Class Medal Association Show Outstanding Leadership, Discipline, Ribbon Achievement Character, and Citizenship (AS III/IV) Not Have Received Award Previously Sons of Union Veterans High degree of patriotism Medal Of the Civil War Display Outstanding Leadership Ribbon Award Academic excellence (AS I, II, III, & IV) Not Have Received Award Previously Sons of Confederate Qualities of Honor and Courage Medal Veterans H.L. Hunley Commitment to unit Ribbon Award (ASII)

Tuskegee Airman Have At Least A "B" In AS Class Ribbon Incorporated Have At Least A "C" In All Subjects Certificate (AS III) Actively Participate in 50% of Cadet Corps Activities The Retired Enlisted Exceptional leadership throughout the course of the Medal Association Award school year while serving in an enlisted rank Ribbon (Enlisted Rank) Celebrate Freedom Positive attitude, outstanding personal appearance, courteous Ribbon Embry Riddle U Award Growth potential, highest ethical standard, military career Certificate (AS II) Rank top 5% and “An” in AS class; top 15 overall

Outstanding Cadet Show High Morals and Outstanding Military Potential Ribbon (One Cadet from Demonstrate Positive Personal Attributes Each AS Class) Attain Academic and Military Excellence

Figure 4.3. AFJROTC Cadet Sponsored Awards (Cont.) AWARD CADET MUST: ELEMENT (ELIGIBLE) Leadership Be Assigned and Excel in Leadership Position Ribbon (5% of Cadets Eligible) Exhibit Outstanding Performance Achievement Accomplish Documented Significant Achievement Ribbon (5% of Cadets) (Community Service, National Contest Winner, Athletic Achievement Valedictorian/Salutatorian etc) Not Received More than One Award Each School Year Superior Render Outstanding Achievement or Ribbon Performance Meritorious Service for AFJROTC for a Single (10% of Cadets) or Sustained Act of a Superior Nature When Compared To Achievements of other cadets (National Merit Finalist, Yearbook Editor, Most Valuable Athlete, etc) Distinguished Unit Enrolled during academic year when a unit is Ribbon Award (All Cadets) selected by HQ to receive Distinguished Unit Award Top Performer Award Leadership and performance in support of unit’s annual Ribbon (2% of current unit) assessment. Good academic standing and community service Certificate Academic Achieve GPA 3.0 or Overall "B” Grade Point Average with Ribbon (All Cadets) "An" in AFJROTC during all Trimester’s Outstanding Flight Be Assigned to Outstanding Flight during Ribbon (All Cadets) Designated Academic portion Leadership School Successfully Complete Leadership School Ribbon (10% of Cadets) Of At Least 5 Days Duration Drill Competition Place in “Top 3” of an Air Force or Joint Service Drill Meet Ribbon (Drill team) Orienteering Comp Be a Team Member for "Top 3 Place" in an Ribbon (OT Team) Orienteering Meet

Co-curricular Activities Demonstrate Exceptional Leadership as Project Ribbon Leadership Officer for AFJROTC Co-curricular Activity (All Cadets) (Dining In/Out, Military Ball, Dance, Newsletter Editor, Drill/Color Guard/Orienteering Team Commander, Orientation Program Coordinator etc) Drill Team Participate in at Least 75% of All Scheduled Ribbon (All Cadets) Drill Team Practices and Two Event Color Guard Participate in at least 6 Color Guard events Ribbon (All Cadets) Three additional Color Guards for each award Saber Team Participate in at least 3 Saber/Honor Guard events Ribbon (All Cadets) Three additional Saber/Honor Guards for each award Marksmanship Cadets who participate in the Marksmanship Program Ribbon (All Cadets) bronze, silver, or gold star based on qualifications Badge Service Distinctive Performance in School, Community or Ribbon (All Cadets) AFJROTC Service Projects 15 Hours needed for each award

Cadet Health and Participate in the Presidential Physical Fitness Program Ribbon Wellness Program bronze, silver, or gold star based on program 10 percentile rank

Figure 4.3. AFJROTC Cadet Sponsored Awards (Cont) AWARD CADET MUST: ELEMENT (ELIGIBLE) Recruiting Enroll At Least 1 Quality Cadets or Serve as Ribbon (10% of Cadets) Member of Cadet Recruiting Team at Middle School or High School or other Forum Activities Participate in 4 Formally Scheduled Ribbon (All Cadets) Co-curricular Activities Such as fundraising, Dining In/Out, Military Ball, Parade, etc. Additional Attendance No more than 4 excused and no unexcused absences Ribbon (All Cadets) Attendance credit Good Conduct Have No ICE, Detainers or Suspensions of Any Kind Ribbon (All Cadets) And No Adverse Reports From Other Staff or Faculty in Academic Term Dress and Wear On All Designated Uniform Days and Ribbon Appearance Average 95% on Uniform Inspections (25% of Cadets) Longevity Successfully Complete Aerospace Science Course Ribbon (All Cadets)

Michael Prichard Denotes excellence as a scholar and leader and the most Medal Leadership Award outstanding cadet for the school year. Award based Ribbon (All Cadets) on grades, performance, and leadership. The SASI selects Certificate The recipient after interviewing each finalist. Distinguished Drill Through personal performance and commitment Medal Team Member Significantly advanced the drill team toward established (Drill Team) goals. Selected by Drill Team Coach. Ground School Complete or Passed FAA Examination Badge (All Cadets) Flight Solo Possess a Solo Flight Endorsement from Certified Badge Flight Instructor for Powered/Unpowered Aircraft Flight Certificate Possess Private Pilot's Certificate for Powered Badge (All Cadets) or Unpowered Aircraft Awareness Participate in (2) APT Events Badge Presentation Team (All Cadets) NOTE: Awarded Only Once Distinguished Display High Morals, Positive Character, Badge AFJROTC Cadet Outstanding Military Potential, and Excellence Certificate (AS III) in Academics and AFJROTC. Been Awarded: Achievement, Leadership, Superior Performance, Academic, Co-curricular Activities Leadership, and Service Ribbons AEF Academic Attain an Overall 3.3 Grade Point Average Badge Cadet Award with No Grades below "C" on Transcript (Junior/Senior Cadets) Model Rocketry Fulfill Model Rocketry Program Requirements Badge (All Cadets) Lousy Award Fulfill AF Weather Program Requirements Badge (All Cadets)

Chapter 5 UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT, BOOKS, AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE SECTION A—UNIFORM, BOOKS, AND OTHER EQUIPMENT ACCOUNTABILITY 5.1. AFJROTC cadet uniform is, with certain exceptions, the same one that is worn by active duty Air Force members. Proper wear and maintenance of the uniform by cadets is closely scrutinized by the general public. Thus, wear it proudly and correctly! Cadets must keep the uniform clean, neat, and in good condition, with badges, ribbons, insignia, and other metallic devices properly maintained. UNIFORM DAY FOR KY-20001 is Wednesday! Only the SASI or ASI will grant exceptions to this policy. All cadets will wear the uniform the entire school day from when the first bell rings until when the final bell rings dismissing HCCHS students. Students scheduled to be involved in projects that are likely to stain the uniform (such as biology, art, cooking, etc) must get approval from SASI or ASI to change the uniform wear day. 5.2. When a cadet is issued a uniform, they will sign a Custody Receipt Form and place their initials beside each issued uniform item. Books and other course materials that are issued to cadets become the property of the cadet who is responsible for its care. If books, uniforms, or course materials are lost or willfully/negligently destroyed, beyond normal wear and tear, the cadet must pay current replacement cost for the item(s). 5.3. Cadets will be issued one complete, clean uniform with all accessories and insignia. They will also be provided one AF blue nametag and one bronze nametag. Cadets will pay for replacement and additional nametags. Cadets will pay to dry clean and launder uniforms during the school year. Service dress, skirts, pants, ties, tabs, flight caps, and windbreakers are DRY CLEAN ONLY. JROTC will not clean and launder uniforms at the end of year cadets will need to do this prior to returning the uniform, if found not to be clean a cleaning debt will be charged to the cadet.

5.4. Cadets will return all items issued except for shoes and socks or pay them for at the end of the school year or upon disenrollment during the school year. CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION OF MILITARY TRAINING and school transcripts and diplomas will not be released until all debts for JROTC uniforms, course materials, and equipment are settled.

5.5. Return uniform items that become worn or otherwise unserviceable to the ASI. If unserviceable due to normal wear and tear, item will be replaced at no cost. If a uniform item does not fit, return for replacement. 5.6. Cadets will wear the uniform as prescribed in Leadership 1 textbook, AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide and this handbook. Refer to Figures 4.1 through 4.7 for proper uniform wear and combination standards. When participating in orientation flights or field trips, the SASI will prescribe the uniform to be worn.

5.7. Cadets will wear the service dress uniform when directed by the SASI. On uniform day, cadets will wear service dress uniform prescribed in the Leadership I textbook and Figures 5.1. Through 5.7. Cadets will be inspected on uniform wear and personal appearance on uniform days. The SASI will prescribe who can wear specialized uniform items such as cords, berets, and ascots, when they can be worn, and how they will be worn and maintained. If they have a legitimate reason not to wear the uniform or any uniform item due to medical conditions, they must present medical documentation to receive an SASI/ASI waiver.

5.8. Each cadet will ensure that the uniform is ready for inspection on the designated uniform day or for other mandatory uniform formations. PLANNING AHEAD is the key. Assemble the uniform, iron shirts, and polish shoes the night before. "The uniform is in the cleaners, is too small, missing items or I got up late,” are not accepted excuses for failing to wear the uniform. If the cadet reports without wearing the uniform, they will receive a zero for not wearing the uniform. There is a one day make-up with a 25 point deduction. If a cadet is absent and is excused in accordance with school policies, there is no penalty if the cadets makes up the missed uniform day, normally the following Thursday. The cadet must present an excused absence form to the SASI/ASI upon their return to school. If the uniform is worn for an extracurricular activity, it can count as the uniform wear for the week. A maximum of three uniform passes may be used in a trimester.

5.9. Cadets will not mix uniform and civilian clothing.

5.10. Cadets may not hitch hike, perform labor, engage in sport activities, or do anything that would degrade the uniform. Further questionable behavior in school or in public while wearing the uniform creates an unfavorable impression of the AFJROTC program, HCCHS, and the Air Force. Conversely, proper conduct and pride reflects favorably upon the cadet and enhances the corps' image throughout the community. Thus, wear the uniform PROUDLY and CORRECTLY!

SECTION B--MALE UNIFORMS 5.11. There are three combinations of male cadet uniforms. They are: the Service Dress Uniform which includes the coat, shirt, trousers, tie and accessories; the long or short sleeve light blue shirt, trousers, and accessories. See this handbook, AFJROTC Uniform and Award Guide and the Leadership I textbook for proper placement and maintenance of authorized uniform items.

5.12. Belt. Dark blue with silver tip, worn by threading through the belt loop to the wearer's left. The silver tip extends beyond the buckle to the wearer's left with no blue fabric showing. The male cadet "gig" line is the straight line formed by the front edge of the shirt, the belt buckle, and the trousers fly. Check/straighten "gig" line often.

5.13. Coat. Service Blue. All buttons must be buttoned and NOTHING is carried in outside pockets. Flat items may be carried in the inside pockets. The coat may be removed in classrooms or the media center when it becomes uncomfortably warm, or it may be unbuttoned in the classroom to avoid binding or wrinkling. When removed it will be hung up or carefully draped over a chair back. The coat must be on and BUTTONED before leaving classroom.

5.14. Cap. Blue Garrison ("Flight Cap"). Worn slightly to the right with vertical crease at center of the forehead in a straight line with the nose and approximately one inch above the eyebrow. The crown will not be crushed.

5.15. Jacket. Light Weight, Blue Windbreaker. Must be zipped up at least halfway. The windbreaker will not be worn over the service dress jacket or with civilian clothing.

5.16. Shirt. Light Blue, Long Sleeve with Epaulets. Shirt is always worn with the tie and the top button is always buttoned. The shirt sleeves will remain buttoned. Military creases in front and back are prohibited.

5.17. Shirt. Light Blue, Short Sleeve with Epaulets. This shirt may be worn with a tie or with open collar. If worn with an open collar, a white "V" neck tee shirt must be worn so that no top of the tee shirt is exposed. When wearing a tie, all buttons will be buttoned. When not wearing a tie all buttons except the top button are buttoned. Under either option, the shirttail is pulled down into the trousers tightly and tucked at the sides to make it nearly form fitting. A pen or pencil may be carried in the shirt pocket if they do not show or interfere with the flap being buttoned.

5.18. Socks. Socks must be BLACK. Other dark colors are not authorized. 5.19. Tie. Blue. The tie is secured by either a Windsor or four-in-hand knot. The tip of the tie will extend no more than 1 and 1/2 inches above or below the belt line. It is worn outside the shirt and is not tucked in. Pre-tied ties and the tie tac or clasp bearing the official Air Force Coat of Arms are not authorized. See Figure 5.8.

5.20. Trouser. Dark Blue. Trim fitted with no bunching at the waist or bagging at the seat. Bottom of slacks will rest on the front of the shoes with a slight break in the creases extend 7/8 inch longer in the back. The rear pocket of the trousers will be buttoned always and articles should not be bulky and not be visible.

5.21. Shoes: Black male oxfords. Shoes will be laced to the top and will be highly shined. The soles and heel edges will be clean and polished. Upper-class cadets may wear high gloss black shoes or patent leather at the cadet's own expense. 5.22. V-neck T-shirts will be worn with the uniform and will be white in color with no visible words or pictures. SECTION C--MALE PERSONAL APPEARANCE 5.23. Hair must be clean, neat, and trimmed. It should present a groomed, tapered appearance. The thickness and length of the hair will not interfere with the proper wear of issued headgear. The hair must not touch the ears or collar or protrude below the front band of the headgear. It will not be worn in an extreme or fad style. Sideburns will be neatly trimmed in the same manner as the hair. Sideburns will not extend beyond the bottom of the ear opening, must be straight and even in width, and end with a clean-shaven, horizontal line. Cadets may wear conservative sunglasses outside, except while in formation.

5.24. Earrings are not authorized to be worn while in uniform. Fingernails will be neat, clean and, trimmed. No more than three rings will be worn at any one time and one bracelet may be worn which can not be wider than one inch, detract from the military image.

SECTION D--FEMALE UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS 5.25. The three female uniform combinations are: the Service Dress which includes the coat, over blouse, slacks or skirt; the long sleeve over blouse with slacks or skirt and the short sleeve over blouse with slacks or skirt. Authorized accessories are placed and maintained as outlined in this handbook, and the Leadership I textbook.

5.26. Service Coat. Blue. Coat should follow the contours of the figure but allow ease of movement without pulling in the back of the waist. The sleeves should come to the base (heel) of the hand. Items will not be carried in the jacket pockets. The coat may be removed in the classrooms or the media center when it becomes uncomfortably warm. It may also be unbuttoned in the classroom to avoid binding or wrinkling. When removed it will be hung up or carefully draped over the back of a chair. The coat will be put on and buttoned before leaving the classroom.

5.27. Flight Cap. Blue. Worn with the crease straight with the nose, with insignia over the left eye, and worn one inch to One and one-half inches above the eyebrow. 5.28. Hose. Commercial sheer, nylon hose in black or off-black, dark blue, dark brown, or neutral that complement the uniform and the cadet's skin color. Patterned hose is not allowed. This is only to be worn with a skirt.

5.29. Socks. Black, commercial socks without design will be worn with slacks and oxfords. 5.30. Jacket. Light Weight, Blue Windbreaker. Should fit loosely over the hips when zipped. Cuffs of the sleeves should Cover the wrists but not extend beyond. Jacket must be zipped up at least halfway. 5.31. Short Sleeve Blouse. Light Blue and Rounded Collar. Shirt is worn tucked in with or without a crescent-shaped Dark blue tab. If the tab is worn, collar shall not meet in the front and should be separated by 3/4 to 7/8 inch. 5.32. Long Sleeve Blouse. Light Blue and Rounded Collar. Collar should not meet in the front and should be separated By 3/4 to 7/8 inch of the tab. Sleeves should cover the wrist but not extend beyond. 5.33. Slacks. Blue. Will fit naturally over the hips with no bunching at the waist or fullness in the seat. Bottom of slacks will rest on the front of the shoes with a slight break in the creases extend 7/8 inch longer in the back. Slacks are tailored to straight hanging and any alterations to modify the leg shape must be approved by the ASI. Articles carried in the pockets will not be visible or present a bulky appearance 5.34. Skirt. Blue. Will be free hanging with zipper closure on the left hip. Length will be no shorter that the top of the Kneecap and no longer than the bottom of the kneecap. Hose will be worn with the skirt. 5.35. Undergarments will be worn with the uniform and will be conservative, commercial style, and white in color. 5.36. Shoes. Will be the issued black oxford shoes to be worn with uniform. Shoes will be laced to the top and highly shined. Optional high gloss finish pumps are authorized for upper-class female cadets at their own expense. Heel height must not exceed 2 1/2 inches. Optional high gloss black shoes are also authorized at the cadet's own expense. Shoes will have plain closed toe and heel, and will not have any ornamentation such as bows, buckles, or straps.

5.37. Purse. May carry a small, black purse. The standard Air Force purse may be purchased at the cadet's expense. SECTION E--FEMALE PERSONAL APPEARANCE 5.38. Female cadets will not wear or carry exposed on the uniform, pencils, pens, handkerchiefs, and jewelry to include ankle bracelets. One bracelet is permitted if it is neat and conservative and not wider than one inch. They may wear pearl, silver, diamond, or gold stud earrings if they do not extend or dangle below the bottom of the ear lobe. Earrings must be spherical or of plain design. They may wear conservative sunglasses, except in military formations, and may wear no more than three rings at any one time.

5.39. Hair. Must be styled to permit wear of any military headgear and will not be worn in any style longer than the bottom of the collar edge at the back of the neck. Exaggerated styles with excessive fullness or extreme heights are prohibited. Hair ornaments such as ribbons will not be worn; however, pins, combs, or barrettes VERY SIMILAR in Color to the individual's own hair may be worn. 5.40. Cosmetics must be conservative and in good taste. Finger nails must be neat and clean. Nail polish must be Conservative (clear) in color without ornamentation.

SECTION F—CADET UTILITY UNIFORM (ABU) REQUIREMENTS: MALE & FEMALE 5.41. ABU Coat (Shirt). The ABU coat will be 50% nylon and 50% cotton, with button fastenings and an Air Force digitized tiger stripe print. The bottom of the ABU coat will rest at the hips. Pockets will be secured and items stowed in pockets will not be visible except pens stowed in the pen pocket on the sleeve. The top button of the ABU coat will not be fastened; however, all other buttons will be secured at all times.

5.42. Trousers. Trousers will be 50% nylon and 50% cotton, with button fastenings and an Air Force digitized tiger stripe print. The trouser waistband will rest on the Airman’s waist. Pockets will be secured and items stowed in pockets will not be visible except pens stowed in the pen pocket. Tucking the ABU trouser into the boot is optional. Whether tucked in or bloused, the trouser must be evenly bloused (gathered in and draped loosely) over the top of the combat boot and must present a bloused appearance.

5.43. Belt. Desert Sand colored (Tan). A one piece rigger style, nylon, web belt (1 ¾ inch wide) will be worn with ABU trousers

5.44. Headgear. Headgear will be worn outdoors at all times, unless in a designated “no hat” area.

5.45. Socks (sage green). Sage green socks will be worn with the sage green boots.

5.46. Sage Green Boots. Will be worn with the ABU uniform. Boots will be sage green, lace up with plain rounded toe or rounded capped toe with or without a perforated seam.

5.47. T- Shirt - Desert Sand colored (Tan). The desert sand colored crew-neck t-shirt without pockets is the only t-shirt authorized for wear with the ABU.

SECTION G--GENERAL UNIFORM AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE COMMENT 5.48. Trim loose strings ("cables") and frayed seams on the uniform.

5.49. Necklaces, pendants, and other conspicuous adornments are prohibited.

5.50. All authorized ribbons must be worn when in service dress. Ribbons are optional on other uniform combinations. Ensure they do not become frayed or worn. Cadets may wear ribbons earned while enrolled in other JROTC programs. Four Civil Air Patrol ribbons, General Spaatz, Earhart, General Mitchell, and General Curry, can also be worn. Normal order of wear is AFJROTC, CAP, and then other service ribbons grouped by service and by year achieved. Medals and ribbons will not routinely be worn together. ASI will authorize the wear of regular sized medals on the service dress for Special occasions such as dining outs and the military ball...

5.51. Use of any tobacco product, playing portable stereos (ipods/MP3s) and CD players are prohibited while in uniform.

5.52. Cadet Utility Uniform (ABU): During SY2015-16 only 4th year cadets will be issue ABUs. They will be worn in accordance with AFOATSI 36-2001. ABUs will be worn only on the first Wednesday of month and will be worn during the entire school day unless prior permission is given by SASI or ASI for classes where the uniform may be damaged or torn (welding, painting etc.). After receiving permission the uniform may be removed during that project or class time only. No medal, ribbons or aiguillettes are authorized on the ABU’s

5.53. Medals will be placed ¼ inch below the top edge of the service coat pocket. Precedence will be set as National team awards, National individual awards, Regional team awards, Regional individual awards, local team awards, local individual awards.

Figure 5.1. Male Officer Headgear

Female Officer Headgear

Figure 5.2. Cadet Male Service Dress

Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the rank insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt.

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1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: Center on welt pocket 3 inches below the top. 2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket 3. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 16. 4. Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 5. Shoulder tabs: Center between units patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 16. 7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 16. 8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Airman Basic wear lapel insignia on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. 9. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam, and centered. 10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 16. 11. Ground School Badge: see note 16. 12. Ribbons: Center, on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some. 13. Academy of Model Aeronautic Wings: worn 1 inch below pocket. 14. Medals: Should be ¼ inch below the pocket opening. 15. Model Rocketry Badge: worn 2 inches below AMA Wings or 3 inches below pocket if no AMA Wings are worn. 16. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.

Figure 5.3. Cadet Male Light Blue Shirt

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1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) and Model Rocketry Badge are centered on the pockets on the appropriate sides as displayed above. 2. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be grounded and centered over wearer’s right pocket. 3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 4. Shoulder tab: center between units patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then place 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15. 6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15. 7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15. 8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar. 9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as close as possible to shoulder seam. 10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15. 11. Ground School Badge: see note 15. 12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 15. 13. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 14. Ribbons: ground and center on pocket. 15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.

Figure 5.4. Cadet Female Service Dress

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1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower than the first exposed button. 2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 16. 3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 16. 6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 16. 7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 16. 8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Airman Basic wear lapel insignia on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. 9. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 16. 10. Ground School Badge: see note 16. 11. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 16. 13. Model Rocketry Badge: see note 16. 14. Ribbons: center ribbons resting on but not over edge of welt pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some. 15. Medals: Worn ¼ inch below the pocket opening, which is about a fourth of the way below the pocket opening. 16. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.

Figure 5.5. Cadet Female Light Blue Blouse

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1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower than the first exposed button. 2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 16. 3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 16. 6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 16. 7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 16. 8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar. 9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as close as possible to shoulder seam. 10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 16. 11. Ground School Badge: see note 16. 12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 16. 13. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 14. Model Rocketry Badge: see note 16. 15. Ribbons: Center, parallel with ground. Align with bottom of name tag. Or, if no name tag, align bottom of ribbons even with to 1 ½ inches higher or lower than the first exposed button. 16. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.

Figure 5.6. Cadet Light Weight Blue Jacket

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1. (Officers only) When placing rank on epaulet instead of collar, use standard size metal rank, center on epaulet 5/8 in. from shoulder seam. 2. Unit patch on right sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.

3. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 4. Jacket will be closed to at least the halfway point.

Figure 5.7 Cadet Utility Uniform

Figure 5.8. Tie Tying Instructions

Four-in-Hand Knot Windsor knot Start with the wide end of the tie on the right With the wide end of the tie about 12 inches side; then cross the wide end and over in longer than the narrow end, make a loop as back and to the left; bring it completely shown. Bring the wide end around and around the front to your right; bring it back behind the narrow end in the position and up through the center; pass it through the illustrated; turn the wide end up and put it loop in front; tighten the knot neatly, forming through the loop and around in front of the a “dimple” with your index finger. narrow end; bring it through the loop of the tie; pull the wide end through the knot and shape carefully.

Chapter 6

DRILL AND CEREMONIES

6.1. Drill and ceremonies are an important part of AFJROTC training. As a first year Aerospace Science cadet, you will learn basic drills and how to follow commands. We will spend a lot of time outside and in the gym developing your drill and ceremonies skills. As a second, third, and fourth year cadet, you will learn more difficult commands, lead the formation, and must be able to train cadets on proper drill sequences, commands, and basic drill fundamentals.

6.2. All cadets must command a flight to perform the following commands in Figure 6.1. The cadet serving as Flight Commander will report in and out by saluting the individual who controls the field of performance and normally evaluates the flight's performance. Cadets will be graded on their ability to properly execute these commands and direct the flight within a specified drill area.

Figure 6.1. Flight Drill Performance 30 Command Sequence

Flight Commander Will Report In

1. Fall In 16. To the Rear March 2. Open Ranks March 17. To the Rear March 3. Ready Front 18. Column Right March 4. Close Ranks March 19. Forward March 5. Present Arms 20. Eyes Right 6. Order Arms 21. Ready Front 7. Parade Rest 22. Column Right March 8. Attention 23. Forward March 9. Left Face 24. Change Step March 10. About Face 25. Column Right March 11. Forward March 26. Forward March 12. Right Flank March 27. Flight Halt 13. Left Flank March 28. Left Face 14. Column Right March 29. Right Step March 15. Forward March 30. Flight Halt Flight Commander will salute to Signify Completion

Chapter 7

AFJROTC KY-20001 CLUBS AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

7.1 There are several voluntary cadet extracurricular activities which supplement aerospace or leadership experiences. Additionally, these activities bring cadets together with common interests, build esprit de corps, are ways to create lasting friendships, and guarantee a good time to those who get involved. Involvement teaches responsibility, teamwork, and cooperation. It also is a positive, visible way to publicize to the community the values at work that we teach to our cadets. The SASI and/or ASI will monitor all activities and will serve as advisors. Additionally, active duty military and sponsors will help monitor and teach these activities. The following description of activities is not all inclusive and will change depending on activities cadets want and support. NOTE: All members of a JROTC team must sign a “Drug Testing Consent Form” prior to joining the team.

7.2. Color Guard and Competitive Teams

7.2.1. Color Guard. These trained cadets present and post the US, Air Force, and Kentucky colors at school, Corps, and community functions. This co-curricular activity provides an opportunity for cadets to learn to respect and properly present national and state flags. Color Guard Commander will be selected by the SASI/ASI.

7.2.2. Drill Team (Regulation and Exhibition). Cadets who enjoy drill, "polish" their drill skills learned in the leadership laboratory and form a drill team that performs in local and area wide drill competitions and demonstrations. Drill practice is normally three times a week immediately after school. Participation requires an extra commitment from cadets since they will spend many hours learning the manual of arms, perfecting close-order teamwork, practicing standardized movements, developing "free-style" movements, and taking care of their uniform. During competitions, not only is drill precision evaluated, but also the uniform and personal appearance is graded as part of the competition. Drill Team Commander will be a cadet selected by the SASI/ASI.

7.2.3. Orienteering Team. Cadets who enjoy Orienteering (a mix of cross-country and land navigation) can "polish" their skills learned during Orienteering practice and compete in local and area-wide Orienteering competitions. Practice will normally be one time a week immediately after school. Participation requires an extra commitment from cadets since they will spend many hours learning how to read maps and compasses and learning techniques to improve their course times. Cadets will also participate in a rigorous physical training routine to get them ready for the competitions. Orientation Team Commander will be a cadet selected by the SASI/ASI.

7.2.4. Marksmanship Team. Cadets who enjoy Marksmanship (using air pellet rifles) can polish their skills learned during Marksmanship session and compete in a number of mail-in and walk-in Marksmanship competitions. Practice is usually one day per week immediately after school day. Participation requires extra commitment from each cadet since they will spend many hours learning safety, and how to improve their marksmanship to expert level. There is a required safety text that must be passed with 100% correctness in order to join the team. (The knowledge to pass the text will be provided.)

7.2.5. These teams are constantly in the "public's eye" and thus will consist of cadets who are hard working and have the time and desire to commit themselves to these activities. Since participation is time consuming and will include trips away from school for competitions and performances, we want to ensure that a cadet's academics do not suffer. Thus, participants must not fail any subject and must maintain a school grade point of average of at least a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Continued uniform, personal appearance violations or disciplinary incidents are unacceptable. Failure to meet these standards will result in probation for the next grading period until the minimum standards are achieved. Suspensions or failure to reach these standards after the probationary period expires will result in removal from the team.

7.3. Field Trips. This is an important part of the AFJROTC curriculum. The SASI/ASI will choose cadets who are not failing any classes, have worn their uniform on scheduled days, get approval from all their teachers and have no disciplinary problems (school or home). The SASI or ASI will post a list to show who has been selected for the trip, dress requirements, and other instructions which must be complied with to participate on the trip. Trips must be sanctioned by the school and cadets must have their sponsor's release form. Trips will normally occur on school days and sometimes on weekends and evenings.

7.4. Fund-Raising Projects. Corps needs money to support many of its activities and community service projects. Various fund raising activities are done each school year to raise money. The extent that cadets and their sponsors support these activities will determine the level of funding the corps has to minimize costs for social and formal functions and to purchase items that will enhance the corps' operation and cadet esprit de corps. A $25.00 activity fee will be collected to support JROTC co/extracurricular activities once per year.

7.5. Dances. Informal dances will be planned and accomplished depending on cadet interest and anticipated participation. Military Ball, a formal Air Force tradition, will be planned and conducted in the spring. Participation is voluntary but encouraged as it is a highlight of the spring activities.

7.6. Dining In/Out. This formal Air Force traditional activity will occur normally in the December. Cadets will plan the entire function and will serve in traditional positions that direct the evening's festivities. This formal meal followed by traditional activities is a fun filled activity for all participants.

7.7. Health and Wellness Program

7.7.1. The Health and Wellness Program is an effort by the JROTC to promote active, healthy lifestyles for cadets through physical fitness and wellness training. This is accomplished through various aerobic and anaerobic activities. You must have the PT uniform every Friday (see below) or lose 50 points for the day’s grade. Cadets who do not bring athletic shoes will not be allowed to participate in the wellness training. This will result in a “0” for that day’s grade significantly affecting your overall grade. Only doctor’s excuses will be accepted for permission to “sit out” for a day.

7.7.2. Physical Fitness Uniform: JROTC PT Tee shirt, and your own shorts and athletic shoes. Physical fitness t-shirts will be issued during the first month of class. If the Tee Shirt is out grown bring it in and we will trade you for one that fits you free of charge.

7.7.3. The five wellness exercises are:  Mile run.  Shuttle Run.  Push Ups.  Sit Ups  V-Sit Reach  Each cadet will be tested at the beginning and end of the trimester and their scores entered in wings.

7.8. Summer Leadership School. This program offers cadets an opportunity to refine their leadership and communications skills for the next year’s activities. Since the numbers of cadets who can attend are limited, priority will be given to the executive staff and senior cadets who are filling leadership positions and then to junior and selected sophomore and freshmen cadets on a space available basis.

7.9. Freshmen Orientation. This program is conducted prior to the start of school in August. Invitations to attend this voluntary training is sent to all new cadets. Cadet senior staff will plan and conduct this training at HCCHS during the morning. Basic drill, orienteering, physical fitness, and team building are some of the training topics. The Cadet Corps Commander and staff will develop a training schedule, assign training responsibilities. This program is an excellent training opportunity and gives incoming cadets a "head start" in AFJROTC.