Table of Contents Chapter Page 1. Table of Contents..……………………...... …. 1 2. Foreword……………..………………………...... 2 3. Preface………….………………………………...... 3 4. Mission, Goals, and Objectives……………………...... 4 5. AFJROTC Curriculum ……………………………………. 6 6. Class Rules and Decorum..…………………………...... 7 7. Co-Curricular Activities………………………………...... 8 8. Wear of Air Force Uniform………………………………... 10 9. Cadet Saluting Rules………………………………...... 19 10. Organization of OK-20061 Group………………………… 21 11. Unit Manning Document………………………………...... 22 12. Group Organizational Chart……………………………...... 24 13. Cadet Promotions.………………………………...... 25 14. “Go/No Go” System ……………………………………… 30 15. Awards and Decorations………………………………...... 31 16. Certificate of Training and Completion…………………… 38 17. Basic Drill Terms………………………………...... 39 Attachments 1. Air Force Junior ROTC Insignia……………………………. 41 2. Cadet Male Head Gear………………………………...... 42 3. Cadet Feale Head Gear …………………………………….. 43 4. ABU/BDU Uniforms ………………………………………. 44 5. Cadet Female Service Dress Uniform………………………. 45 6. Cadet Male Service Dress Uniform…………………………. 46 7. Cadet Female light blue shirt………………………………... 47 8. Cadet Male light blue shirt………………………………...... 48 9. Cadet Lightweight Blue Jacket..……………...... 49 10. How To Tie A Tie…...………………………………...... 50 11. JROTC Rank Chart……………………………………….... 51 12. Disenrollment Rules and Guidelines……………………….. 52 13. 31-Command Drill Sequence………………………………. 53
- 1 - Foreword T his Cadet Handbook will help you in becoming a more successful cadet and aid the Crooked Oak High School Air Force JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) Group in becoming one of the best in the United States.
The provisions of this handbook were not established arbitrarily. They come from a number of sources: the U.S. Public Law authorizing and establishing the AFJROTC Program, the agreement signed between Crooked Oak High School and the United States Air Force, directives published by the Air Force JROTC Headquarters of the Air Education and Training Command, and from experience gained from the operation of other units.
The agreement signed between Crooked Oak High School and the United States Air Force states that you will wear the JROTC uniform at least one complete school day each week, and that your hairstyle and personal grooming will conform to Air Force standards. I encourage you to follow these guidelines in order to stay enrolled in the JROTC program.
Although these provisions form the foundation for the operation of the Crooked Oak High School AFJROTC Group, each provision of this handbook was written in consideration of other academic and development objectives of Crooked Oak High School.
Your achievement in knowledge of aerospace, development as a leader, and contribution to the reputation of Crooked Oak High School will depend upon you and the spirit in which you abide by the provisions of this handbook.
I wish each of you, as a member of the Crooked Oak High School AFJROTC Group, success and personal satisfaction.
- 2 - Preface
This Cadet Handbook has been prepared to establish a high standard of performance for the Crooked Oak High School OK-20061 AFJROTC Group. This standard will allow the entire Cadet Group to work together towards a common goal of excellence that will earn pride in achievement and make our unit the best in the United States.
This Cadet Handbook will be used as a reference for specific details to maintain a high standard of performance. FOR EXAMPLE: proper wear of the uniform, placement of insignia, classroom conduct, honor code, etc.
We believe that most cadets will voluntarily work for the betterment of the group if they are aware of the goals and mission of the unit. You, as a cadet, are responsible for obtaining a thorough understanding of the contents of this cadet handbook. Only then can you maximize your experience and participation in the AFJROTC program and apply these standards to the benefit of yourself and OK- 20061.
Remember, effective LEADERSHIP starts with responsible FOLLOWERSHIP.
“BEFORE YOU CAN LEARN TO LEAD, YOU MUST LEARN TO FOLLOW!”
- 3 - Mission, Goals and Objectives of AFJROTC
The mission of the Air Force Junior ROTC Program is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community. It must be understood that JROTC is not a recruiting tool for the military.
The goals of the program are to instill values of citizenship and service to the United States, develop personal responsibility, and instill a sense of accomplishment in high school students.
The objectives of AFJROTC are 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.
The mission, goals, and objectives of Air Force Junior ROTC will help the cadets develop:
1. The knowledge of what a good leader is and how to be a good follower.
2. Respect for and an understanding of the need for duly constituted authority in a democratic society.
3. Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute to national security.
4. Habits of orderliness and precision.
5. A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and leadership.
6. A broad-based knowledge of the aerospace and fundamental aerospace doctrine.
7. Basic military skills.
8. A knowledge of and appreciation for the traditions of the Air Force.
9. An interest in completing high school and pursuing higher educational goals or skills.
10. An understanding of the Air Force and military as a possible career path.
- 4 - This section may be the most important in this Cadet Guide. Do more than just read it, LIVE BY IT! Be sure you understand its message and its significance.
Honor is defined as: strong moral character or strength, and adherence to ethical principles
THE CADET HONOR CODE:
"I WILL NOT LIE, CHEAT, OR STEAL, NOR TOLERATE THOSE AMONG US WHO DO."
These simple words provide the basis for a personal code of ethics that is expected to not only be observed, but also maintained by all cadets. This honor code is specific and clear. A Cadet is expected to have complete integrity in both word and deed. The code belongs to the Cadets. Maintaining its high standards of trustworthiness is the responsibility of each young man and lady in the Crooked Oak Cadet Corps. This does require discipline and a conscious effort at all times. Eventually, it becomes a habit and part of the Cadet's total ethical code and lifestyle. The Honor Code -- by stressing that there can be no toleration of lying, cheating, or stealing -- emphasizes that HONOR is a common standard of the Cadet Corps.
CORE VALUES
Integrity First: Integrity is a character trait. 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 the leadership of OK-20061.
Service before self: This tells us that professional duties of OK-20061 take precedence over personal desires. At the very least, it includes the following behaviors: Rule following, Respect for others, Discipline and self-control, Faith in the system of procedures that govern OK-20061.
Excellence in all we do: This directs us to develop a sustained passion for continuous improvements and innovations that will propel OK-20061 into a long-term upward spiral of accomplishments and performances.
- 5 - AFJROTC Curriculum
The AFJROTC Program is a three- or four-year program for high school students. Each year is divided into three categories; Aerospace Science, Leadership Education, and physical training. Major topics in the Aerospace Science curriculum include history, science, space, and optional studies. Major topics in the Leadership Education curriculum include Air Force customs and courtesies, cadet corps activities, study habits, time management, communication skills, life skills, leadership and management studies, and drill and ceremonies.
AS-1: A Journey Into Aviation History LE I: Citizenship, Character, AF Tradition AS-2: The Science of Flight LE II: Communication, Awareness, & Leadership AS-3: Exploring Space LE III: Life Skills and Career Opportunities AS-4 (if offered): Cadet Corps Management LE IV (if offered): Principles of Management
A cadet must complete the following as a minimum for acceptance to the following Aerospace Science courses:
AS-I: Enrollment into the class upon entering COHS and approval of Principal and JROTC Instructor
AS-II/III: Completion of AS-I
AS-IV: Completion of AS-I, AS-II, and AS-III *Selection is at the Discretion of SASI and Principal
- 6 - Classroom Rules and Decorum
1. All rules established by COHS will be strictly enforced.
2. Absolutely NO GUM may be chewed in the JROTC classroom.
3. Cadets MUST come to class prepared. They will bring AS and/or LE books and a
writing utensil unless otherwise instructed by SASI/ASI
4. Cadets will not be loud, disruptive, or participate in any form of “horseplay.”
5. Each cadet is expected to address the instructor as Colonel Huizenga (or Colonel)
or Sergeant Wheeland (or Sergeant).
6. Only food sold in JROTC snack bar may be eaten in the classroom except during
lunch or when authorized by SASI/ASI.
7. Cadets may not sleep or put their head down on their desk unless authorized by
instructor due to illness.
8. Cadets must give their cell phone to the instructor before using the bathroom.
9. Cadets are expected to be in the classroom and prepared for roll call BEFORE the
tardy bell rings.
10. The bathroom in the JROTC classroom is to be kept clean at all times.
11. Students must not enter the Instructor office without permission.
12. Lockers must be kept clean and serviceable at all times. Random inspections will
be conducted to insure lockers are not being misused.
13. Instructor will use the “Go/No Go” system for rewards and punishment; the
system will be tied to the student’s grade.
14. Electronic devices must be turned off and hidden from view unless authorized by
SASI/ASI .
- 7 - Co-Curricular Activities
The purpose of co-curricular activities within the cadet group is to promote interest in JROTC and provide the opportunity to become more involved in the school and community. All of these activities are conducted before/after school. These activities give the chance for cadets to participate in functions and competitions around the state and even the country! Color Guard Practice takes place on selected Thursdays from 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm. All cadets may participate. Armed Drill Team Practices are to be determined. During the school year to prepare for upcoming competitions there may be additional practices for Color Guard and Armed Drill Team. Just like any other sport, Drill Team and Color Guard members are required to eligible in all classes!
1. *Color Guard: groups of select cadets who present and post the Colors at formal and informal events, compete in competitions, and participate in parades. The Color Guard performs at all Football home games. This elite group helps to spread awareness of OK-20061 AFJROTC on a national, state, and local level. The Color Guard/Drill Team members may be issued special uniforms and items for events including: berets, ascots, chrome domes, chords, and gloves. It is a privilege to be a Color Guard member, and members may be awarded Color Guard ribbons, letters, and letter devices for participation.
- 8 - 2. *Drill Team: A formal group of select cadets that join to polish and refine the complicated skills of military drill. The Drill Team attends drill meets, parades, competitions and other extra-curricular activities in order to promote esprit de corps. The Drill Team performs regulation and exhibition routines at competitions and school functions. The Drill Team is considered the “Best of the Best” and has high expectations of its members. Drill Team members may be awarded Drill Team ribbons and devices. The Armed Drill Team works with facsimile, or non- operational, rifles. Armed Drill Team members may be issued special uniforms and items for events and competition.
3. *Marksmanship Team: A group of cadets that practice marksmanship and compete in marksmanship tournaments and competitions. All cadets are required to complete a safety course before firing the air rifle. Expectations for gun safety and the team’s presentation at competitions are high. Marksmanship Team shooters may earn the Marksmanship ribbon and Marksmanship Badges.
4. *Kitty Hawk Air Society: The academic honor society of AFJROTC that promotes high academic standards, school and community service, self- confidence, and initiative. KHAS also develops leadership abilities, recognizes academic excellence, and furthers knowledge of the Air Force role in aerospace. Membership certificates and KHAS badges are awarded to each qualified cadet. Active members may wear a metallic silver/jay blue shoulder cord with their AFJROTC uniform.
- 9 - Wear of the Air Force Uniform
1. The AFJROTC cadet uniform is, with minor exceptions, the same as that worn by active duty personnel. The uniform is a symbol of the proud reputation of the United States Air Force. Wear it correctly and proudly! Failure to wear the uniform may result in your removal from the JROTC program. Please refer to Attachment 12 for further clarification.
2. Cadets are required to wear the uniform on every scheduled uniform day, and are inspected for compliance with Air Force dress and grooming standards. Uniform days are Wednesdays, unless otherwise determined by the SASI. This inspection grade comprises the majority of the 30% of the cadet’s grade for the Uniform/Personal Appearance portion of the curriculum.
You are responsible for dry cleaning and laundering costs associated with the proper care of your uniform. You are required to return all uniform items, dry cleaned and laundered, at the end of the year or when no longer enrolled in AFJROTC, whichever is earliest. You will be required to pay for uniform items lost or damaged beyond “fair wear and tear.”
Replacement cost of each item is posted on the classroom bulletin board.
4. Male Uniform Requirements: a. Service Dress Uniform - Consists of service coat, trousers, blue shirt, tie, headgear, shoes, and required accessories. b. Trousers - Worn up on waist (no sagging). Bottom of trousers will rest on the front of the shoe with a slight break in the crease. Back of trousers hem will be approximately 7/8 inch longer than the front. c. Belt - Dark blue with silver tip. The silver tip end of the belt extends beyond the buckle to the wearer’s left with no blue fabric showing between the silver tip and the buckle. Excess belt material is cut off behind the buckle once belt is properly sized. Wear of belt is required with trousers. d. Belt Buckle - Highly polished chrome finish; must not be dirty, smudged, or scratched. e. Shirt - Sleeves will be creased. The shirt may be worn with or without a necktie. Jewelry must not be visible at the neckline.
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f. Necktie - Tie is worn outside the shirt, never tucked inside the shirt (A necktie is always worn with a buttoned collar!) g. Undershirt (T-shirt) - A plain V-neck white T-shirt, without writing or graphics will be worn under the uniform shirt. Undershirts must not be visible at the neckline or sleeves. h. Socks - Must be plain black with no design and at least calf high. Wear of socks is mandatory. i. Footwear- Plain black, standard issue shoes. Shoes will be clean and polished or shined at all times. Cadets may purchase and wear Corfam shoes. j. Headgear - The flight cap is worn slightly to the wearer’s right, with the vertical crease of the cap in line with the center of the forehead and 1 inch above the eyebrows. The crown is not crushed. No hair will be visible below the front of the cap. k. Grade Insignia - Worn on service coat, lightweight blue jacket, and blue shirt by cadets in the rank of Cadet Airman and above. l. Name Tag - Ultramarine blue with white letters of the last name. It is worn centered over right breast pocket on blue shirt, resting on but not over the pocket line. Name tag should never be worn on service coat or windbreaker. The first name tag is provided, replacements must be purchased. m. Badges - The wear of authorized badges is mandatory. n. Ribbons - The wear of all authorized ribbons is mandatory with the service dress uniform. They are optional for wear with the light blue shirt. Cadets can wear earned ribbons on their shirt and service coat. They are worn centered over left breast pocket, resting on but not over the pocket line. Ribbons will not be dirty, torn or frayed. o. Tie - Wear of the tie is required with service dress uniform. When not wearing the service jacket, the tie is optional. p. Berets - Will be worn with insignia over left eye and excess flap over right side of head.
- 11 - 5. Female Uniform Requirements: a. Service Dress Uniform - Consists of service coat, slacks, blue blouse, tie / tab, headgear, shoes, and required accessories. b. Slacks - Worn up on the waist (not on hips). Bottom of slacks will rest on the front of the shoe with a slight break in the cease. Back of slacks hem will be approximately 7/8 inch longer than the front. c. Belt Buckle - Highly polished chrome finish; must not be dirty, smudged, or scratched. d. Belt - The silver tip end of the belt extends beyond the buckle facing to the wearer’s right with no blue fabric showing between the silver tip and the buckle. Excess belt material is cut off behind the buckle once belt is properly sized. Wear is required with slacks and skirt. e. Blouse - Sleeves will be creased. The blouse may be worn with or without a tab when worn as an outer garment. When service coat is worn, the tab is required. Undergarments and jewelry must not be visible at the neckline. f. Hose - Nylons (neutral, black or dark blue) must be worn with the skirt and may be worn with slacks. Patterned hosiery is prohibited. Must be full length (no knee- highs) when worn with the skirt. g. Socks - Must be plain black at least calf high. The wear of either hose or socks is mandatory with slacks (no bare legs). h. Footwear - Plain black, standard issue shoes. Shoes will be clean and highly polished at all times. Cadets may purchase and wear Corfam shoes, which are also required to be shined. i. Headgear - The flight cap is worn slightly to the wearer’s right, with the vertical crease of the cap in line with the center of the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows. Berets - berets will be worn with insignia over left eye and excess flap over right side of head. j. Grade Insignia - Worn on service coat, lightweight jacket, and blouse by cadets in the rank of Cadet Airman and above. k. Name Tag - Ultramarine blue with white letters of last name. Worn on the right side of the blouse centered horizontally between the buttons and the arm seam and vertically 1 ½ inches above to 1 ½ inches below the first exposed button. It is
- 12 - never worn on the service coat or windbreaker! Silver name tag may be worn on the service coat ONLY. l. Badges - The wear of all authorized badges is mandatory. m. Ribbons - The wear of all authorized ribbons is mandatory with the service dress uniform. Wear of ribbons is optional with the blouse. On the service coat, they are worn on the left side centered on but not over the pocket welt. On the blouse, they are worn centered on the left side, parallel with the ground. Bottom of ribbons will be even with bottom of nametag Ribbons will not be dirty, torn or frayed. n. Tie tab - Wear of the tie tab is required with service dress uniform. When not wearing the service jacket, the tie tab is optional.
7. General Uniform Wear Rules: a. Wednesday of each week is uniform wear day, unless otherwise determined by the SASI. If you are absent on uniform wear day, you must make up the uniform wear on your first day back to school. Wearing the prescribed uniform all day is mandatory unless otherwise instructed by the SASI or ASI. Failure to wear your uniform all day will result in a grade of “F (zero)” for that uniform inspection day. b. Only uniform items issued by the ASI will be worn. Authorized purchase items may be worn with prior permission from the ASI. Civilian clothing will not be worn with the AFJROTC uniform. c. Flight caps or other issued head coverings will be worn at all times outdoors, when not under cover, and will be removed upon entering a building. d. The service coat may be removed in the classroom but unbuttoning is prohibited. When the coat is removed in the classroom, it will be carefully draped over the back of your chair. The necktie/tie tab may also be removed as long as the service coat is not being worn. e. Sunglasses may be worn in uniform, but not in a drill formation (unless prescription transitions lenses). Sunglasses will be worn properly (not on the top or back of the head/neck) and will be removed indoors. Sunglasses will not be worn exposed or hanging from the uniform. f. Eyeglasses will not be worn around the neck, on top or back of the head, exposed, or hanging from the uniform.
- 13 - g. The service dress coat, hat, tie/tab, slacks and lightweight blue jacket must be dry cleaned from time to time. DO NOT WASH! There are to be NO creases down the service coat sleeves! h. If not dry cleaned, the uniform shirt must be laundered, after wearing, and ironed to present a crisp, wrinkle free appearance. The shirt will be worn with a military tuck to enhance professional appearance. The only creases on the shirt or blouse are down the sleeves. Items will not be carried in the shirt pockets. i. Hands will not be placed in uniform pockets. All shirt and trouser pockets will be kept buttoned. Items will not be carried in shirt pockets. Items carried in trouser pockets will not bulge or be excessively bulky. j. Your “gig” line is formed by the edge of the shirt flap, the belt buckle, and the fly of your trousers. These points should always be aligned. Check it frequently during the day. k. Shoes will be clean and shined to a high gloss at all times. l. Replace missing buttons promptly. Replacement buttons are available from the ASI. m. No objects will be placed under the epaulets of uniform coats, shirts, or blouses or hung from the uniform. n. Public Displays of Affection (PDA) (hugging, kissing, etc) while wearing the uniform will not be tolerated. o. Electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, I pods, etc.) will NOT be exposed or hanging from the uniform. Headphones will NOT be worn while in uniform.
8. The Air Force Uniform: You are wearing the uniform that represents our affiliation with the United States Air Force. This uniform is not a “costume.” Partial uniform elements with the insignia or any other devices will not be worn, because it dishonors the uniform and is a violation of the rules for wearing the military uniform. The military uniform represents one of the most respected traditions of our country. It should be worn in a manner to honor the heritage, which it represents.
9. The following information contains excerpts from Air Force Instruction 36- 2903, which establishes policies, procedures, and standards governing the wear of the Air Force uniform. All cadets must have a thorough understanding of and comply with this information.
- 14 - a. Each member of Air Force Junior ROTC must maintain high standards of dress and personal appearance. Members must present a neat and well groomed appearance to their fellow citizens. Uniforms must be kept clean, neat, correct in design and specifications, and in good condition. Badges, insignia, belt buckles, and other metallic devices must be maintained in proper luster and condition. b. Body piercing and tattoos – Cadets will not attach, affix, or display objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation to or through the ear, nose, tongue, or any exposed body part (except earrings).Tattoos anywhere on the body that are obscene or advocate sexual, racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination are not permitted in uniform. Tattoos that are of a nature, which tends to bring discredit upon the Air Force are not permitted in uniform. Tattoos will not be exposed or visible while in uniform. c. Air Force JROTC Male Cadets will comply with the following standards:
(1) UNIFORMS - Articles such as wallets, pencils, pens, watch chains, pins, jewelry, handkerchiefs, combs, and sunglasses must be conservative in nature. The wearing of conservative wristwatches, identification bracelets (no more than ½ inch wide) and no more than three rings is permitted. Rings must be worn at the base of the finger and will not be worn on the thumb. Earrings WILL NOT be worn.
(2) HAIR - Hair will have a tapered appearance on both sides and back. A tapered appearance is one that, when viewed from any angle, outlines the individual’s hair so that it conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the natural termination point. A block cut is permitted with tapered appearance. Hair will not touch the ears and only closely cut or shaved hair on the back of the neck may touch the collar. Hair will not exceed 1¼ inches in bulk, regardless of length and not exceed 1/4 inch at the natural termination point. Hair will not contain nor have any visible foreign items attached to it. Braided styles are not permitted. If dyed, must look natural. Hair will not contain excessive grooming aids. Hair will not touch the eyebrows or hang below the front of properly worn headgear. Military “high and tight” haircuts and shaved heads are permitted.
(3) SIDEBURNS - Sideburns must be neatly trimmed in the same manner as the hair. Sideburns must not extend beyond the bottom of the ear opening, must be straight and even in width, and end with a clean- shaven horizontal line.
(4) SHAVING - The face must be clean shaven except for mustaches. Neatly trimmed mustaches must not extend downward past the lip line of the upper lip, and may not extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corner of the mouth.
- 15 - (5) PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT) UNIFORM – The PT uniform will be worn when participating in the JROTC PT Program, field days, and during JROTC events, as directed by the SASI or ASI. Uniform must be neat and clean, with no tears or fading, and will not be defaced in any way. d. Air Force JROTC Female Cadets will comply with the following standards:
(1) UNIFORM - Wear appropriate neutral colored undergarments to present a Conservative, feminine appearance. Pencils, pens, pins, handkerchiefs, jewelry and sunglasses must conservative in nature. Ankle bracelets are prohibited. Conservative wristwatches and identification bracelets (no more than ½ inch wide) may be worn. Earrings will be small, spherical, conservative diamond, gold, and white pearl, or silver and worn in both ears. If the cadet has multiple holes, only one set of earrings may be worn in the lower earlobe. No more than three rings may be worn.
(2) HAIR - Hair will be styled to present a professional appearance. Plain and conservative pins, combs, headbands, elastic bands, and barrettes matching the individual’s hair color, or are blue or black in color, is permitted to keep hair in place. Hair will not extend in length on all sides below an invisible line drawn parallel to the ground at the bottom edge of the shirt collar at the back of the neck. Hair will not exceed 3 inches in bulk or prevent proper wear of headgear. Hair will not include hair ornaments such as ribbons or jeweled pins. If dyed, hair must look natural. Hair will not contain excessive grooming aids. Hair may be worn in braids, micro-braids or cornrows.
(3) COSMETICS - Cosmetics must be conservative and in good taste. Fingernail polish should be a single, conservative color and may not contain ornamentation or designs. Finger nail length will not extend more than ¼ inch from finger tip.
(4) PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT) UNIFORM – The PT uniform will be worn when participating in the JROTC PT Program, field days, and during JROTC events, as directed by the SASI or ASI. Uniform must be neat and clean, with no tears or fading, and will not be defaced in any way. Physical punishment (push- ups, sit-ups, etc) will NEVER be used as a means of punishment.
e. UNAUTHORIZED WEAR OF THE UNIFORM: (1) No item of the USAF uniform is authorized for wear by members of organized sponsor groups of Air Force Junior ROTC. Cadet auxiliary societies may not create a special uniform, which includes any item of the USAF uniform. This includes school faculty and sponsors other than the SASI and ASI. Members of the Civil Air Patrol WILL NOT wear AFJROTC uniform items to CAP activities.
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(2) Cadets will not wear the uniform while participating in student demonstrations, for crowd control, or in any other inappropriate capacity. Under no circumstances will any member of the unit forcibly remove a uniformed cadet involved in a demonstration. Report any cadet involved in a demonstration to the SASI for appropriate action. This action may include a cadet to be dis-enrolled from AFJROTC or disciplinary action as seen fit by the SASI/ASI.
(3) The uniform must not be worn when hitchhiking, working at a job, or participating in an athletic event or activity.
Air Force Junior ROTC Shoulder Cords/Ropes
Shoulder Cords are worn by cadets who have earned leadership positions through hard work and discipline, or by cadets who have earned the right by meeting pre-determined requirements. Cadets assigned to various positions of responsibility within the cadet group will wear the appropriate shoulder cord corresponding to their position. Cords will be worn on the left shoulder. More than one cord can be worn at once. Cadet group positions and descriptions of corresponding shoulder cords, in order of precedence, are as follows: a. Corps Commander/Vice Commander: Gold b. Corps Command Staff: White * Cadets must attain officer status before a white rope can be worn. c. Color Guard Performance: Silver or Grey d. Color Guard Team: Blue/Grey *Awarded to active members who serve at least one year on the Color Guard team e. Drill Team: Navy Blue *Awarded to all drill team members who have successfully served at least one semester in drill. Announcements are made on the day of Semester Awards Assembly or Annual Awards Banquet. f. Kitty Hawk Air Society: Metallic Silver/Jay Blue * Awarded at Semester Awards Assembly during Sophomore/Junior/Senior years.
When a cadet no longer holds one of the positions listed above or has finished his/her performance or competition the cadet will return their cord to the ASI, Supply, or Color Guard/ Drill Team storage immediately.
- 17 - Air Force Junior ROTC Berets
All berets worn by the cadets are issued when participating in on of the two special teams offered at OK-20061 Air Force Junior ROTC: Drill team and Color Guard. The Berets will be worn according to the status of the member on the team and will be worn instead of a flight cap. The regulations for uniform head coverings still apply. Berets will be worn properly with beret insignia over left eye and flapped over right side of head. Berets will be kept clean and pinned down. Cadet group positions and descriptions of corresponding Beret colors are as follows: a. Drill Team: Navy Blue b. Color Guard: Maroon
*When a cadet is no longer a member of one of the teams above or is has finished he/she performance or competition the cadet will return their beret to the ASI or Color Guard/ Drill Team hangar immediately.
- 18 - Crooked Oak High School Saluting Rules
1. The salute, in its various forms, is a courteous exchange or greeting and is considered a military greeting the world over. In many countries, as in our country, it is a symbol of respect. American military personnel consider the salute as a courteous and respectful greeting between members of an honorable profession. It is one of the oldest traditions binding military professionals together.
2. You will be taught the proper manner of saluting and the rules governing its use among military services. A salute is highly encouraged when a cadet is outside in uniform, not under the cover of an overhang or other part of a building, and encounters any active duty or retired officer or a cadet officer of higher rank, who is also in uniform. a. The salute is rendered indoors only when cadets are in formations, participating in ceremonies, reporting to cadet officers, or reporting to the SASI/ASI. The proper sequence of reporting includes the rendering of the salute and the statement “Sir/Ma’am, Cadet (last name) reporting as ordered,” or other appropriate comment. The cadet holds the salute until it is returned or otherwise acknowledged by the officer. When the purpose of the report or meeting is completed, the cadet again salutes, the officer will return the salute or otherwise acknowledge it and the cadet will turn sharply to the most direct exit and leave. b. A salute is never given or returned while running. The cadet will come to quick time (to a walk) and render the salute when approximately three paces away. c. A cadet of junior grade will salute a cadet officer of higher grade first and hold the salute until it is properly returned or otherwise acknowledged. d. If a cadet in uniform observes the American Flag being raised or lowered from any flagstaff, he or she will assume the position of attention facing the flag, render the hand salute, and hold it until the flag has reached the summit or base of the flag staff. If the cadet is in civilian clothes, he or she will assume the position of attention facing the flag and place the right hand over the heart. If a male cadet wearing civilian attire is also wearing headgear, he will remove it and hold the headgear to his left shoulder so that the right hand is over the heart. e. When outdoors, cadets in uniform at Crooked Oak High School will render the hand salute during flag raising ceremonies and public recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
- 19 - f. If the cadet is outdoors and the National Anthem or “To the Colors” is being played, the cadet in uniform shall stand at attention, face the flag or music, and render the hand salute until the music or call ends. g. When a cadet is late for formation, he or she will approach the cadet or person in charge when the formation is at halt, salute, and request permission to fall-in. h. Cadet officers and cadet non-commissioned officers will correct observed saluting violations in a courteous and helpful manner. All cadets are expected to accept these corrections as being constructive in nature.
Examples of a Salute
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Organization of the OK-20061 AFJROTC Group
1. The information on the following pages reflects how the OK-20061 AFJROTC Group is organized. This organization breaks down the functions of the group into specialized tasks. The responsibilities associated with these tasks are found in detail in the following pages. Each cadet should study all of the job descriptions as they relate to the organizational chart, to gain a more complete understanding of how the various functions relate to the total function or mission of the Group.
2. Examination of the organizational chart on page 24 shows that not everyone can be a leader at the same time. A system exists (the promotion system) to ensure that cadet leaders are chosen carefully. Information relative to promotions is contained in a separate chapter.
3. Closer examination of the chart will show a “Chain-of-Command” reflected by the black lines connecting the cadet functions or positions. Information, guidance, and decisions should flow “down” the chain-of-command in the form of orders, either oral or written, through all intermediate levels of command. Information, advice, and recommendations should flow “up” the chain-of-command through all intermediate levels of command. There is a lateral flow of information also, such as between staff elements, in the classroom, and in leadership laboratories. Unless there is this flow, of information both “up” and “down” the chain-of command, the organization will quickly become ineffective and cease to function as a unit. Keep This In Mind!
4. The number of leadership positions authorized is shown in the Unit Manning Document. To progress up this chain-of-command, each cadet should strive to learn the duties and responsibilities of each position on the chart. If you are selected for one of the leadership positions, fulfill that position to the best of you ability and there will be room for you to move “up” the chain -of-command.
- 21 - Unit Manning Document (UMD)
Function Symbol/Position Grd Auth Nr Auth Command Group (Corps) Commander c/Col 1 Deputy Group (Corps) Commander c/Lt Col 1 Special Projects Officer* c/Maj 1 Drill Team Commander c/Lt Col 1 Drill Team Deputy Commander c/Capt 1 Color Guard Commander c/Capt 1 Flight Commander** c/1st Lt 1 Deputy Flight Commander** c/2nd Lt 1 Flight Sergeant** c/MSgt 1 Chaplain c/Capt 1 Cyber Officer c/Capt 1
Public Affairs Squadron Commander c/Capt 1 Public Affairs DO c/1st Lt 1 Public Affairs Technician c/TSgt 2 Public Affairs Specialist c/SSgt 4
Services Squadron Commander c/Capt 1 Services DO c/1st Lt 1 Services Technician c/TSgt 2 Services Specialist c/SSgt 4 Kitty Hawk Air Society CC c/1st Lt 1 Marksmanship Team Commander c/1st Lt 1
Personnel Squadron Commander c/Maj 1 Personnel DO c/1st Lt 1 Personnel Technician c/TSgt 2 Personnel Specialist c/SSgt 4
Supply Squadron Commander c/Maj 1 Supply DO c/1st Lt 1 Supply Technician c/TSgt 2 Supply Specialist c/SSgt. 4
* Special Projects Officer billet is appointed by the SASI, and may be occupied by the former Corps Commander. If the former Cadet Corps Commander occupies this billet, he/she may retain their rank as c/Col ** One per Flight Color Guard, Chaplain, and Marksmanship are staffed as cadet numbers allow. Staffing will be similar to other staff positions All other Cadet grades, Officer, NCO, and Airman can be promoted at the discretion of the SASI/ASIs
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GROUP COMMANDER
GROUP VICE COMMANDER
DRILL TEAM COLOR GUARD
CYBER OFFICER SPECIAL PROJECTS OFFICER
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PERSONNEL SERVICES SUPPLY SQUADRON SQUADRON SQUADRON SQUADRON
AWARENESS KITTY HAWK PRESENTATION MARKSMANSHIP AIR SOCIETY TEAM (APT) (KHAS)
- 25 - Cadet Promotions
1. Promotion provides constant challenge and motivation to members of AFJROTC. This attention and interest is proper since promotion reflects visible evidence of progression and standing among fellow cadets. It should be noted also that promotion is evidence of growing maturity, the ability and willingness to accept additional responsibility, and a demonstrated ability to direct others toward the attainment of objectives that result in effective organizational effort.
2. Promotions in the Crooked Oak High School AFJROTC are based on academic achievement, leadership, time in JROTC, and on meeting the requirements outlined in the cadet promotion criteria. Each cadet should understand how selections for various command and staff positions are made, to permit an equal opportunity for qualification and selection to these positions of leadership and responsibility.
3. The promotion system is patterned after that of the active Air Force and will conform to guidance provided by Headquarters AFJROTC. a. There are two kinds of grade (rank) a cadet may hold:
(1) Temporary Grade: This grade is awarded based on the position the cadet is assigned and/or the performance of the cadet. Cadets serving in a temporary grade may be reverted to their former permanent grade if they no longer hold the position that dictates the temporary rank held. This does not necessarily mean any cadet will immediately permanently or temporarily become the temporary rank their job dictates. For example, if a cadet was chosen for Corps Commander (cadet Colonel) that cadet might not immediately be permanently or temporarily promoted to the rank of cadet Colonel.
(2) Permanent Grade: This grade is awarded based on years of satisfactory service in AFJROTC and on the promotion criteria. If a higher temporary grade has not been achieved, the insignia of permanent grade will be worn. For example, all 1st year cadets enrolled in AS-1 will be promoted to the permanent grade of Cadet Airman at the end of the first year unless a higher temporary grade has been achieved. Promotion cycles will occur three times per year, normally the week following nine-week testing. Assignment of temporary AND permanent grades is contingent upon cadets meeting eligibility requirements as detailed in cadet promotion criteria.
- 26 - Cadet promotion requirements: (First year cadets can not be promoted beyond SSgt)
MINIMUM CRITERIA FOR ALL PROMOTIONS:
1. MUST PARTICPATE IN A POSITIVE MANNER IN CLASS
2. NO SUSPENSIONS OR IHS DURING LAST PROMOTION CYCLE
3. NO MISSED UNIFORM DAYS AND NO UNIFORM GRADE OF LOWER THAN 70% IN LAST PROMOTION CYCLE (ABOVE c/SRA ONLY)
4. HELD CURRENT GRADE FOR AT LEAST ONE PROMOTION CYCLE
5. WILLINGLY PARTICIPATES IN THE AFJROTC FITNESS PROGRAM AS DEMONSTRATED TO THE AFJROTC INSTRUCTOR
6. JROTC GRADE OF AT LEAST A 70% FOR CADET AIRMAN PROMOTIONS (c/AMN, c/A1C AND c/SRA), JROTC GRADE OF AT LEAST AN 80% FOR ALL NCO PROMOTIONS, AND JROTC GRADE OF AT LEAST AN 85% FOR ALL OFFICERS. NO FAILING GRADES IN ANY CLASSES FOR SNCO RANKS AND NO GRADES BELOW 70% IN ANY CLASSES FOR ALL OFFICER RANKS. (EXCEPTIONS MAY BE MADE ON A CASE-BY- CASE BASIS).
7. CADETS MUST OBTAIN THE RANK OF c/MSGT BEFORE RECEIVING OFFICER STATUS. CADETS MUST OBTAIN THE RANK OF c/CAPT BEFORE BEING AWARDED THE RANK OF c/COL OR c/LT COL
8. CADETS MUST HAVE EARNED AT LEAST 4 RIBBONS TO BE PROMOTED TO THE RANK OF c/TSGT AND ABOVE AND 5 RIBBONS TO BE PROMOTED TO ALL OFFICER RANKS
9. FOR ALL RANKS OF c/SSGT OR ABOVE, MUST HAVE DISPLAYED GOOD LEADERSHIP AND/OR FOLLOWERSHIP SKILLS AS AN AFJROTC CADET DURING CURRENT PROMOTION CYCLE AS DETERMINED BY THEIR AFJROTC INSTRUCTOR.
10. ALL POTENTIAL PROMOTEES TESTING TO THE RANK OF c/TSGT AND BELOW MUST RECEIVE A SCORE OF AT LEAST 80% ON THEIR PROMOTION TEST. ALL POTENTIAL PROMOTEES TO THE RANK OF c/MSGT AND ABOVE MUST RECEIVE A SCORE OF AT LEAST 90% ON THEIR PROMOTION TEST.
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* CADETS WHO ATTEND SUMMER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY WILL RECEIVE AN AUTOMATIC TWO-GRADE PROMOTION FOR CURRENT c/TSGTs AND BELOW, AND AN AUTOMATIC ONE-GRADE PROMOTION FOR ALL c/MSGTs AND ABOVE. SLA CADETS MUST ALSO MEET ALL OF THE ABOVE MINIMUM STANDARDS. OTHER SUMMER CAMPS/SCHOOLS WILL RECEIVED AN AUTOMATIC ONE-GRADE PROMOTION. THERE IS A MAXIMUM TWO-RANK PROMOTION.
* UP TO 20% OF 1ST YEAR CADETS WILL BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY FOR A BELOW-THE-ZONE PROMOTION TO SENIOR AIRMAN DURING THE THIRD PROMOTION CYCLE. BELOW-THE-ZONE PROMOTEES WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR PROMOTION TO c/SSGT DURING THE FINAL PROMOTION CYCLE OF THEIR FIRST YEAR.
Officer Promotion Requirements: a. Cadets will be assigned as a cadet officer dependent on the corps position they are assigned. This will be considered a “temporary” promotion. A cadet will be given “permanent” officer status, as determined by the SASI, following a successful duty of assignment for one promotion cycle in a cadet staff position. b. No cadet will hold a grade higher than that authorized for his/her current position. Exceptions: cadets that have held previous positions and whose permanent rank exceeds their authorized rank or cadets who attend SLA. c. Examination of the UMD and organizational chart will quickly reveal that the number of leadership positions authorized is limited. To give every capable cadet the opportunity to experience an active leadership role, a system of rotation may be employed. Rotation of positions will be evaluated at the end of each semester by the SASI and ASI and a cadet may be moved laterally (e.g., moving to another leadership position with the same grade, where the leadership already demonstrated by the cadet would benefit the group) or the cadet could be rotated to a lower position (not as a demotion) to permit other cadets to have the opportunity to earn a higher grade. d. Cadets may also be rotated out of a position, reverting back to permanent grade. Every cadet must understand and cooperate with the rotation system if we are going to maximize leadership experience. Each cadet is asked to give to his/her successor the same degree of loyalty and cooperation he/she expected and received when he/she held that position, and to provide training to their successor sufficient to ensure their effectiveness in the position.
- 28 - 4. The following policies governing appointments and promotions apply to the Crooked Oak High School Air Force JROTC program: a. The SASI will select the Cadet Corps, or Group, Commander. The Group Commander and the ASI will recommend to the SASI, who will act as the approving authority, nominees for all other cadet leadership positions. Appointments to staff positions will be requested/recommended by the Group Commander, through the chain of command, and approved by the SASI. b. Normally all cadets serving in a leadership position will perform those duties for at least one complete school year.
5. Again, it should be realized that the advanced positions of leadership are extremely limited. There is only one Principal at Crooked Oak High School. There is only one Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force. Not all members can be “chiefs” in an effective organization, and only when all of these positions work toward a common goal will an effective organization exist.
6. Unlike the grading or evaluation in other courses at Crooked Oak High School, you will be evaluated on a number of factors prior to being promoted to officer ranks. As in the active Air Force, you will be evaluated on the “whole person” concept with consideration given to each of the following qualities: a. Academic Leadership: How well does the cadet perform during quizzes and examinations, on class projects, and presentations in class? Are projects and assignments completed on time and in a thorough and complete manner? b. Organizational Leadership: How well does the cadet function in positions of leadership within the organization? Does the cadet command the respect of subordinates? Does the cadet give proper consideration for subordinates? How is the cadet rated by superiors? c. Co-Curricular Activity Leadership: To what degree does the cadet carry interest and enthusiasm beyond the classroom? Does the cadet demonstrate excellence in a number of outside activities? d. Responsibility: There are many ways a cadet can reflect responsibility. The most evident measures of responsibility for AFJROTC evaluation purposes are promptness in arriving for classes or formations, the degree to which the cadet is prepared to respond to assignments and problems related to development of leadership, and the manner in which the cadet presents himself/herself. e. Service: How active is the cadet in service to the community, school, and the
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- 30 - “GO/NO GO” System
The “Go/No Go” Program applies to all cadets in OK-20061. Its purpose is to maintain good order, discipline, respect, and standards within the cadet group. Each student will begin each day with 10 points earned. Students will lose those 10 points and earn the grade of “No Go” for various classroom infractions. Some examples include:
- Unexcused Tardy - Failure to participate in class - Profanity - IHS (Maximum 10 “No Gos” per - Classroom Disruption semester - Failure to wear uniform - Failure to complete assigned homework
Note: “No Gos” can also be awarded for improper uniform wear outside the classroom.
EXTRA CREDIT
Extra Credit can be earned. SASI will determine extra credit assignments.
- 31 - AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
1. A number of distinctive and coveted awards are authorized by AFJROTC for presentation to cadets based upon superior academic and leadership excellence or valor. There are two categories of awards with accompanying medals, ribbons, and/or certificates: National Awards and AFJROTC Awards.
2. The presentation of the awards will be done at an appropriate ceremony. Advance publicity may be arranged by the Public Affairs Office, and the families of cadets will be invited to attend.
3. Wear of Devices on Ribbons: Cadets will wear the ribbon for each award earned. Additional awards of the same ribbon will be indicated by the wear of oak leaf clusters (devices) on the ribbon. A maximum of four devices may be worn on a ribbon. Devices will be worn tilted slightly downward to the wearer’s right, with the stem pointing to the wearer’s right.
4. Ribbons of Other Services: AFJROTC Cadets are authorized to wear ribbons earned while enrolled in Army, Navy, and Marine Corps JROTC Programs. Cadets will wear AFJROTC ribbons ahead of other service ribbons, or may exchange the ribbons from the other services.
5. The following criteria must be met in order to be considered for these national awards (not all national awards will be given each year):
a. AIR FORCE ASSOCIATION AWARD: Must be a third-year cadet. The cadet must posses’ characteristics contributing to leadership and indicative of future value in positions of responsibility such as:
(1) Positive attitude (toward AFJROTC and school). (2) Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming). (3) Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence. (4) Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs). (5) Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change) (6) Possession of the highest personal and ethical standards, and strong positive convictions. (7) Ranks in the upper 5 percent of the Aerospace Science class and in the upper 10 percent of their high school class. (8) Recommended by the SASI for the Outstanding Cadet Ribbon b. DAEDALIAN AWARD: Awarded to a third-year cadet who meets the following criteria:
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(1) Demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of patriotism, love of country, and service to the nation. (2) Indicates a potential and desire to pursue a military career. (3) Ranks in the upper 10 percent of their Aerospace Science class and in the upper 20 percent of their high school class. c. AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLASTIC AWARD: Awarded to an advance JROTC cadet who meets the following criteria:
(1) Ranks in the upper 10 percent of their high school class and within the upper 25 percent of their Aerospace Science class. (2) Demonstrates qualities of leadership. (3) Actively participates in constructive student activities. d. AMERICAN LEGION GENERAL MILITARY EXCELLENCE AWARD: Awarded to an advanced JROTC cadet who meets the following criteria:
(1) Ranks in the upper 25 percent of the Aerospace Science class. (2) Demonstrates outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship . e. DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION and DAUGHTERS OF 1812 AWARDS: Awarded to an advanced JROTC cadet who meets the following criteria:
(1) Ranks in the upper 25 percent of their high school class and their AS class. (2) Demonstrates qualities of dependability and good character, adherence to military discipline, leadership ability, and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of JROTC training. f. AMERICAN VETERANS (AMVETS) AWARD: Awarded to one qualified cadet who has demonstrated individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:
(1) A positive attitude toward AFJROTC programs and service in the Air Force. (2) Personal appearance (wearing of the uniform, posture, grooming). (3) Personal attributes (initiative, dependability, judgment, and self-confidence). (4) Officer potential (capacity for responsibility, adaptability, and maintenance of high personal standards). (5) Obtained a grade of "A" in the Aerospace Science class. (6) In good scholastic standing in all classes at the time of selection/presentation.
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(1) Committed to continue the Aerospace Science program for the next school year. (2) Outstanding accomplishments or service to the AFJROTC unit. h. MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA AWARD: Awarded to an outstanding advanced JROTC cadet who shows exceptional potential for military leadership. The cadet must meet the following criteria:
(1) Be in good academic standing and be of high moral character. (2) Show a high order of loyalty to the unit, school, and country. (3) Show exceptional potential for military leadership. (4) Be a member of the Junior class. i. VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (VFW) AWARD: Awarded to an outstanding advanced JROTC cadet who possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership. The cadet must meet the following criteria:
(1) Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC. (2) Have outstanding military bearing and conduct. (3) Possess strong positive personal attributes such as courtesy, dependability, punctuality, respect, and cooperation. (4) Demonstrate patriotism (being a member of the color guard or drill team) and actively promote Americanism. (5) Demonstrate leadership potential. (6) Attain a GPA of 3.0 in AFJROTC and a high school GPA of 2.0 or better in all subjects for the previous semester. (7) Be active in student activities. (8) Not have previously received this award. j. THE NATIONAL SOJOURNERS AWARD: Recognizes an outstanding advanced JROTC cadet who contributes the most to encourage and demonstrate Americanism within the Corps of Cadets and on the campus. The cadet must:
(1) Rank in the upper 25 percent of their academic class. (2) Encourage and demonstrate the ideals of Americanism. (3) Demonstrate a potential for outstanding leadership. (4) Not have previously received this award. k. SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION (SAR) AND SONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR (SUVCW) AWARDS:
- 34 - Awarded to an outstanding advanced JROTC cadet who exhibits a high degree of leadership qualities, military bearing, and all-around excellence in Aerospace Science studies and activities. Each cadet must:
(1) Be currently enrolled in the AFJROTC Program. (2) Rank in the top 10 percent of their Aerospace Science class and top 25 percent of their academic class. (3) Not have previously received this award. l. MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART AND THE SCOTTISH RITE OF FREE MASONRY AWARDS: Awarded to an outstanding advanced JROTC cadet who demonstrates leadership ability such as:
(1) Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and country. (2) Holds a leadership position within the cadet group. (3) Be active in school and community affairs. (4) Attain a grade of “B” or better in all subjects for the previous semester. (5) Must not have been a previous recipient of this award. m. AIR FORCE SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION (AFSA) AWARD: Awarded to an outstanding third or fourth-year cadet who meets the following criteria:
(1) Ranks in the top 10 percent of the AFJROTC class. (2) Demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship. (3) Not has been a previous recipient of this award. n. TUSKEGEE AIRMEN INCORPORATED (TAI) AWARD: Awarded to two cadets annually. The cadets may be first-year, second-year, or third-year cadets that meet the following criteria:
(1) Attain a grade of “B” or better in their AS class (2) Be in good academic standing (3) Actively participate in cadet corps activities o. RESERVE OFFICER ASSOCIATION (ROA) and RETIRED ENLISTED ASSOCIATION AWARDS: This award is presented annually for military and academic achievement to an outstanding second or third-year cadet (fourth-year cadet in a 4-year program). The recipient must possess individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:
(1) Positive attitude toward the AS curriculum
- 35 - (2) Outstanding personal appearance (wear of the uniform, posture, and grooming) (3) Attributes of initiative, judgment, and self-confidence (4) Courtesy (promptness, obedience, and respect) (5) Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change) (6) Demonstrate the highest personal and ethical standards and strong positive convictions (7) Rank in the top 10% of their AS class p. CELEBRATE FREEDOM FOUNDATION JROTC AWARD: Presented annually to the outstanding first or second-year cadet who possesses the following:
(1) Positive attitude (2) Courteous demeanor (3) Potential and desire to pursue a military career (4) Rank in the top 5% of their JROTC class (5) Rank in the top 15% of their academic class
6. The following criteria must be met in order to be awarded the following AFJROTC Awards: a. GOLD VALOR AWARD: Awarded for the most outstanding voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life beyond the call of duty. b. SILVER VALOR AWARD: Awarded for a voluntary act of heroism which does not meet the risk-of-life requirements of the Gold Valor Award. c. CADET HUMANITARIAN AWARD: Awarded for humanitarian acts by a cadet involving actions beyond the call of duty. d. OUTSTANDING CADET RIBBON: Awarded annually to the outstanding AS-I, AS-II, AS-III, and AS-IV cadet. The recipient must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic and military excellence. e. LEADERSHIP RIBBON: Awarded annually for outstanding performance in a position of leadership as an AFJROTC cadet in corps training activities. It recognizes cadets who have displayed outstanding leadership ability above and beyond the normal expected performance. (Limited to 5% of the eligible group). f. ACHIEVEMENT RIBBON: Awarded for a significant achievement as deemed appropriate in the judgment of the SASI. (Limited to 5% of the cadet corps). g. SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE RIBBON: Presented for outstanding
- 36 - achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of AFJROTC. Presented for a single or sustained performance of superior nature. (Limited to 10% of the cadet corps). h. DISTINGUISHED UNIT AWARD: Awarded to cadets who were enrolled in the unit during a year when the unit was selected by HQ AFJROTC to receive the award. DUA with Merit is given in years when an inspection takes place and unit receives an “Excellent”. i. ACADEMIC RIBBON: Awarded to the cadets who maintain a high school grade of “B”, with an AFJROTC average grade of an “A” for one semester. j. OUTSTANDING FLIGHT RIBBON: Awarded to the outstanding flight for each semester. The recipient flight will be determined using cumulative academic averages, uniform inspection averages, attendance, No Go scores, and community service hours completed. k. DRILL COMPETITION RIBBON: Awarded to drill team members who were part of a team that placed in the top 25% of a particular event and received a trophy or medal. (Armed Regulations, Color Guard, Exhibition, and Unarmed Regulation) “Drill down competitions are not eligible for this ribbon.” l. CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES LEADERSHIP RIBBON: Awarded for leadership in AFJROTC co-curricular activities (such as Dining-In Chairperson, Military Ball Chairperson, etc.). The recipient must have demonstrated exceptional leadership in achieving objectives through the coordinated effort of others. m. DRILL TEAM RIBBON: Awarded each semester during class (accompanied with certificate) on a uniform day to members who have participated in all competitions for that year. Exceptions can only be granted by SASI or ASI. n. COLOR GUARD RIBBON: Awarded for distinguished participation in at least three Color Guard events (five events for Drill Team members) for the academic school year, including competitions. Cadets must also attend at least 75% of Color Guard practices for one semester. (Flag details do not count as Color Guard events). o. LONGEVITY RIBBON: Awarded for successful completion of each Aerospace Science course.
- 37 - p. HEALTH AND WELLNESS RIBBON: To earn this Ribbon you must surpass predetermined scores in measured events and participate in the scheduled PT day. Only one Health and Wellness Ribbon can be earned per year. q. ACTIVITIES RIBBON: Awarded for participation in any community service or fundraising events. The Activities Ribbon will be earned when 25 activity points are attained. Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters will not be worn. Cadets who achieve 125 activity points will wear the Silver Oak Leaf Cluster. Cadets who achieve 250 or more points will wear the gold frame in place of the oak cleaf cluster. r. ATTENDANCE RIBBON: Awarded to cadets with no more than four excused absences and no more than one unexcused absence in a semester. s. GOOD CONDUCT RIBBON: Awarded to cadets with no more than four “no go’s”, no suspensions of any kind, and no adverse reports from other staff or faculty in a semester. t. DRESS AND APPEARANCE RIBBON: Awarded for wearing uniform on all designated uniform days and conforming with AFJROTC dress and appearance standards. Determination will be made based on uniform inspection average for each quarter from those cadets who earn at least a 90% on all inspections. Ribbon will be awarded each semester and no more than one ribbon can be earned per year. u. DISTINGUISHED AFJROTC CADET AWARD: Awarded to an outstanding cadet in any year. The recipient must be of high moral character, display outstanding military potential, and maintain consistent academic and military excellence. v. SERVICE RIBBON: Awarded to cadets who show a commitment to the Cadet Corps by participating in a pre-determined number of extra-curricular, community service, and/or fundraising events. w. MARKSMANSHIP RIBBON: Awarded to cadets who received a total of 160 points on one shooting record and have at least 15 recorded shooting records. x. ZACKERY WELLS CORPS SPIRIT AWARD: Awarded to one cadet annually who best exemplars the attributes of professionalism, enthusiasm, dedication, esprit de corps, and community support. The award is worn above all other local awards on the ribbon rack.
- 38 - Certificates of Training and Completion
There are two types of certificates that may be awarded to AFJROTC cadets: the Certificate of Completion and the Certificate of Training.
1. Certificate of Completion
Requirements: a. Must have passing grades in every credit granting period of the AFJROTC Program for three full years.
Benefits: a. Cadet may be excused from either year of the General Military Course (GMC) of the Senior AFROTC Program. This must be arranged with the Professor of Aerospace Science (PAS) at time of enrollment in a college or university. b. Cadet may be promoted to the pay grade of E-3 upon graduation from Basic Military Training if enlisting in the Armed Forces (E-2 for Marines). This places the cadet ahead of all other personnel enlisting at the same time, and theoretically makes the cadet eligible for promotion earlier than other enlistees who enter at the same time.
2. Certificate of Training
Requirements: Must have passing grades in every credit granting period of the AFJROTC Program for two full years.
Benefits: Cadet may be excused from one academic term (semester or quarter) of the General Military Course (GMC) of the Senior AFROTC Program. This must be arranged with the Professor of Aerospace Science (PAS) at time of enrollment in a college or university.
*Cadets may be awarded certificates even if they do not graduate high school since the certificate is based only on AFJROTC performance.
- 39 - Basic Drill Terms
The following list contains the most frequently used drill terms and a definition of each. All cadets are required to know and be able to explain these drill terms.
Explanation of Terms: a. Base Element - the element on which a movement is planned, regulated, or aligned. Element farthest to the right when in column formation or at the rear of the formation when in line formation. b. Cadence - the uniform step and rhythm in marching - the number of steps marched per minute. c. Cover – the alignment of one element member directly behind the element member in front of them while maintaining proper distance. d. Distance - the prescribed space from the front of one element member to the rear of the element member directly in front of them. The distance between individuals in formation is 40 inches as measured from their chests to the backs of the persons directly in front of them. e. Double time - rate of marching 180 steps (30 inches in length) per minute. f. Dress - alignment of flight members to the individuals on their immediate right or left. g. Element - the basic formation; the smallest drill unit comprised of at least 3 cadets, one of whom is designated the element leader. h. File - a single column of persons placed one behind the other . i. Flank - the extreme right or left (troops' right or left) side of a formation in line or in column. j. Flight - at least two, but not more than four elements. k. Formation - an arrangement of the units in any prescribed manner. l. In Column - the arrangement of elements side by side with element leaders at the head of the formation. m. Inverted Column - the arrangement of elements side by side with element leaders to the rear of the formation.
- 40 - n. In Line - the arrangement of elements one behind the other with the element leaders to the extreme right flank. o. Inverted Line - the arrangement of elements one behind the other with the element leaders to the extreme left flank. p. Interval - space between individuals placed side by side. Normal interval is an arms length. q. Mark Time - marching in place at the rate of 100 to 120 steps per minute. r. Pace - step of 24 inches. This is the length of a full step in quick time. s. Quick Time - the rate of marching at 100 to 120 steps (24, or 12 inches in length) per minute. t. Step - the prescribed distance measured from heel to heel between the feet of a marching person. u. Half-step – This is a pace of 12 inches. v. Preparatory Command – The drill command that prepares you for the movement to be executed. w. Command of Execution – The drill command which tells you when to execute the drill movement. x. Detail – Two or less cadets. y. Squadron – Formation consisting of two to four flights.
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* Enlisted Ranks will have no hat insignia on the flight cap
Note 1
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Attachment 3
- 44 - Attachment 4 ABU/BDU Uniforms
1. Name patch: Must be worn on ABU/BDU blouse. It is worn on the right side, centered and above pocket. 2. AFJROTC Patch: Must be worn on ABU/BDU blouse. It is worn on the left side, centered and above pocket. 3. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted): worn on both sides of collar. Place insignia 1” from bottom of collar and parallel with outer edge of collar. 4. Undershirt: If ABU blouse is worn, undershirt can be the regulation ABU undershirt or the official OK-20061 JROTC shirt. If BDU blouse is worn, undershirt must be the official OK-20061 JROTC shirt. If no ABU/BDU blouse is worn, undershirt MUST be the official OK-20061 JROTC shirt. 5. Belt: must be the issued blue belt with chrome tip an d buckle. 6. Pants: must be bloused or tucked into boots. 7. Boots: can be black, brown, or olive green. (Please check with SASI/ASI before purchasing boots. 8. Hat: may be worn, but must match ABU/BDU uniform. Berets can also be worn. 9. Patches: Subdued AFJROTC patches may be worn on BDU uniform. No patches will be worn on ABUs.
BDUs may be worn by any advanced cadet or any cadet who has served at least one semester in Drill. They can be issued or purchased, but must be Air Force BDUs. ABUs may only be worn by cadets who are/were filling leadership positions and can be issued or purchased. ABUs may also be worn by any cadet who has attained the rank of c/CMSgt.
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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. Marksmanship Badge is placed ½ inch below name tag. 2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: center ½ inch above the name tag. 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: center ½ inch above the ribbons. 6. Distinguished Cadet Badge: ½ inch centered above Awareness Presentation Team Badge or ½ inch centered above name tag. 7. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the lapels by Airmen Basics 8. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 9. Model Rocketry Badge: center ½ inch below ribbons. (If you have medals, you may choose to wear them or Model Rocketry Badge.) 10. Ribbons: center ribbons resting on but not over edge of welt pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some. 11. Marksmanship Badge: center right below the name tag. 12. 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.
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1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: center ½ inch above the name tag. 2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket 3. Kitty Hawk Badge: center ½ above the ribbons. 4. Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 5. Shoulder tabs: Center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 6. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15. 7. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the lapels by Airmen Basics.) 8. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam, and centered. 9. Ribbons: Center, on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some. 10. Model Rocketry Badge: center ½ inch below bottom seam of pocket. (If you have medals, you may choose to wear them or the Model Rocketry Badge.) 11. Marksmanship Badge: center right below the name tag. 12. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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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: center ½ inch above the name tag. 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: center ½ inch above the ribbons. 6. Distinguished Cadet Badge: center ½ inch above Awareness Presentation Team Badge or above name tag if you do not have the Awareness Presentation Team Badge. 7. 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. 8. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as close as possible to shoulder seam. 9. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 10. Model Rocketry Badge: center ½ inch below ribbons. (If you have medals, you may choose to wear them or the Model Rocketry Badge.) 11. Marksmanship Badge: center right below the name tag. 12. 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. 13. 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. - 48 - Attachment 8 Male Light Blue Shirt
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 unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then place 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15. 6. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15. 7. 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. 8. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as close as possible to shoulder seam.. 9. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 10. Ribbons: ground and center on pocket. 11. Model Rocketry Badge: center ½ inch below ribbons. (If you have medals, you may choose to wear them or the Model Rocketry Badge.) 12. Marksmanship Badge: center right below the name tag. 13. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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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. Shoulder tabs are centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1” below shoulder seam. 3. Unit patch on right sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 4. Grade insignia for Enlisted is worn on both left and right collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia. Officer insignia is worn on shoulder epaulets, 1” from the end of the epaulet and centered. 5. Center insignia horizontally on collar. Place 1 inch from bottom of collar and parallel to the outer edge of the collar 6. Optional item: center vertically between the shoulder seam and where the underarm side seam joins the armhole sleeve and center horizontally between the center zipper and the sleeve armhole seam. 7. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 8. Jacket will be closed to at least the halfway point.Attachment 10
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How to knot a Tie
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JUNIOR ROTC RIBBON CHART
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Disenrollment Rules and Guidelines
With approval from the Principal, a JROTC student may be disenrolled for the following reasons:
- Failure to maintain acceptable standards (including uniform wear and grooming) - Inaptitude or indifference to training - Disciplinary reasons - Any other reason deemed appropriate by the principal and the AFJROTC instructor - Absences: o Since self-discipline and adherence to the rules are the foundation of JROTC, it’s very important that cadets attend class. o Cadets who do not attend classes, for any reason, are not available to receive daily conduct grades, weekly drill/PT grades, or uniform inspection grades o Any cadet with more than 8 absences in any semester can be removed from JROTC. Special exceptions will be granted on a case-by-case basis
CROOKED OAK JROTC UNIFORM POLICY
All JROTC cadets are required to wear the JROTC uniform on all prescribed uniform days, unless specifically exempted by Colonel Huizenga or MSgt Wheeland. Below are the disciplinary actions that will likely be taken against cadets who do not wear the uniform.
FIRST OFFENSE: - Basic Cadet: No-go, Uniform Inspection grade of “zero”, one day lunch detention - Advanced Cadet: No-go, Uniform Inspection grade of “zero”, loss of snack bar privileges for semester, 3 days lunch detention
SECOND OFFENSE: - Basic Cadet: No-go, Uniform Inspection grade of “zero”, loss of snack bar privileges for semester, 3 days lunch detention, “Defiance of Authority” ticket - Advanced Cadet: No-go, Uniform Inspection grade of “zero”, loss of snack bar privileges for semester, 5 days lunch detention, “Defiance of Authority” ticket, automatic failure of JROTC for the semester, removal from JROTC at the end of the semester (pending Principal’s approval)
THIRD OFFENSE: - Basic Cadet: No-go, Uniform Inspection grade of “zero”, loss of snack bar privileges for semester, 3 days detention, “Defiance of Authority” ticket, automatic failure of JROTC for the semester, removal from JROTC at the end of the semester (pending Principal’s approval)
Exceptions may be granted under special circumstances by SASI or Principal Cadets who wear the uniform the following day will get 50% of their uniform grade. If the cadet wears the uniform on the 2nd day, they will get 25% of their uniform grade. All other discipline remains the same
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31-COMMAND DRILL SEQUENCE
FALL-IN OPEN RANKS, MARCH READY, FRONT CLOSE RANKS, MARCH PRESENT, ARMS ORDER, ARMS PARADE, REST FLIGHT, ATTENTION LEFT, FACE ABOUT, FACE FORWARD, MARCH **RIGHT FLANK, MARCH *LEFT FLANK, MARCH **COLUMN RIGHT, MARCH FORWARD, MARCH **TO THE REAR, MARCH **TO THE REAR, MARCH **COLUMN RIGHT, MARCH FORWARD, MARCH **EYES, RIGHT *READY, FRONT **COLUMN RIGHT, MARCH FORWARD, MARCH **CHANGE STEP, MARCH **COLUMN RIGHT, MARCH FORWARD, MARCH FLIGHT, HALT LEFT, FACE RIGHT STEP, MARCH *FLIGHT, HALT REPORT OUT
*Called on Left foot **Called on Right foot
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