AZ-861 AFJROTC Cadet Handbook Part I of II (Cadet Operations) Revised 30 June 2020 Part II of II (Uniform and Awards) [See AFJROTC Operational Supplement, Chapter 7] Revised 19 June 2020 This Page Intentionally Left Blank 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Purpose Statement……………………………………………………………………………… 4 Air Force Junior ROTC Mission Statement.............................................................................. 5 Dobson AFJROTC Objectives……………………………………………………………….... 5 Air Force Core Values.………………………………………………………………………… 5 AZ-861 Unit Core Values………………….…………………….…………………….……… 6 Air Force Junior ROTC Honor Code………….…………………………………...……….... 6 Air Force Junior ROTC Goal………………………………………………………….……… 7 Unit Motto………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 AFJROTC Cadet Creed………………………………………………………………………... 7 Significance of the AF JROTC Emblem………………………………………………………. 8 Patriotism……………………………………………………………………………….….….… 9 AFJROTC Benefits….……………………………………………………………….……….… 11 AZ-861 Unit Goals…………………………………………………………………………….… 12 Chain-of-Command………………………………………………………………….………… 14 AZ-861 Organizational Chart…………………………………………………………….….… 15 Cadet Staff Positions……………………………………………………………...……….….… 16 Primary/Overall Job Descriptions……………………….……………………………….…… 16 Cadet Standards of Conduct……………………………………………………...…….….…… 21 Classroom Rules & Procedures...…………………………………………………….…...…… 22 Inappropriate Behavior…………………………………………………………….….…….… 23 Disenrollment…………………………………………………………………………………… 23 Entry/Reporting/Departure…………………………….……………………...…….….……… 24 Cadet Roles and Relationships……………………………………………………...….……… 25 Saluting…………………………………………………………………………….…….……… 27 AFJROTC Academic Program………………………………………………….…….……… 29 Flight Drill Evaluation…………………………………………………………………….…… 32 Flight Drill Evaluation Part I, Open Ranks Inspection…….…………….…….…….……… 33 Flight Drill Evaluation Part II, Drill Evaluation………………….….…….………....……… 34 Health and Wellness Program (Physical Fitness) ……………………………………………. 35 Leadership Development Requirements (LDR) Activities………………………………….. 39 Curriculum-In-Action (CIA) & Cadet Leadership Schools.………………………….……. 42 Cadet of the Month, SNCO/CGO of the Quarter, Flight of the Quarter…………….……. 43 Participation Standards…………………………………………………………………….…. 44 Reserve Cadet………………………………………………………………………………...… 44 Cadet Promotion Policy…………………………………………………….…………….…… 45 Cadet Demotion Policy…………………………………………………………………………. 52 Cadet Oath of Office…………………………………………………...…………………….… 53 Basic and Unit Specific information on Appearance Standards / Uniform Wear…………. 54 How to tie a Windsor Knot……………………………………………………………………. 57 Glossary of References & Supporting Information…………………………………….….… 58 Detailed information for the following: See Part II (Ops Sup, Chap 7) Appearance Standards / Uniform Wear (including Accoutrements) Cadet Awards & Decorations / Awards Criteria AFJROTC Ribbon Chart Uniform Visual Aids 3 PURPOSE STATEMENT Since the establishment of the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps at Dobson High School a great tradition has ensued. The purpose of this handbook is to provide each enrolled student (hereby known by the title “Cadet”) with a better insight as to what the Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFJROTC) program is all about and the cadet’s responsibility for accepting ownership and leadership of this program at Dobson High School. Therefore, let it be clearly understood that each cadet has an invested interest and active role in the continuing success of this AFJROTC program. Only through your own personal efforts will this program become what you want it to be. Additionally, it is only with YOUR understanding and feeling of ownership that “YOU”, the “CADET,” can become what you dream of becoming. The provisions of this guide were not established arbitrarily. They come from a number of sources including U.S. Public Law (US Code, Title 10) and from the agreement between the USAF and the Mesa School District. Additional information and/or clarification about this program can be found in the References Section at the end of this guide. To begin, let us first acknowledge the AFJROTC program’s basic mission: “Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.” What does this mean to you, the cadet? Hopefully, it means giving yourself a chance in this program to learn what it takes to become successful. It means listening to your parents’ and teachers’ advice and testing that advice in an academic environment. Only after learning and testing the knowledge you’ve gained will you be better prepared to serve your nation and community as envisioned by those who helped you reach this point in your life. Enrollment in AFJROTC in no way obligates you to serve in the military. The objectives of JROTC are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in communication, life skills and air & space fundamentals as well as the essentials of teamwork and leadership. Through these objectives, the cadet will develop: - Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute national security - Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic society - Habits of orderliness and precision - A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance and leadership - Broad-based knowledge of the aerospace age and fundamental aerospace doctrine - An interest in completing high school and pursuing higher educational goals or skills 4 AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC MISSION STATEMENT Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community. Dobson AFJROTC Objectives 1. Develop informed, responsible citizens 2. Strengthen character 3. Help form habits of self-discipline 4. Promote and understand the basic elements and requirements for national security. 5. Develop respect for and an understanding of the need for a constituted authority in a democratic society. 6. Inform cadets about current issues affecting their community and country. 7. Instill adherence to the Air Force core values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. Our unit accomplishes our mission and objectives through activities like military drill and ceremonies, classroom studies and numerous school and community service projects. We follow standard Air Force policies by wearing uniforms once a week and adhering to all military customs and courtesies in all activities. AIR FORCE CORE VALUES Importance of Values: Our value system consists of our ideals, beliefs, interests, likes, and dislikes that we use every day to make decisions. The importance of values is all about reaching a point in your life where others are able to trust in your judgment; it’s a point in your life where you voluntarily choose to give of yourself so others benefit; it’s all about reaching a point in your life where you say, “I will not give less than my absolute best in everything I do.” For these very same reasons, the United States Air Force adopted the following Core Values: • Integrity first • Service before self • Excellence in all we do 5 AZ-861 UNIT CORE VALUES The Core values established for AZ-861, Dobson H.S. AFJROTC are: • PERFORMANCE: To carry out; to meet the requirement; to fulfill • RESPECT: To feel or show honor or esteem for; hold in high regard • INTEGRITY: The quality or state of being of sound moral principle; uprightness, honesty, & sincerity • DISCIPLINE: Training that develops self-control, character, or orderliness & efficiency • EXCELLENCE: The fact or condition of excelling; superiority; surpassing goodness, merit, etc. Together, these values spell PRIDE AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC HONOR CODE I will not LIE, CHEAT, or STEAL nor tolerate those who do. In addition to following the Honor Code, all cadets promise to abide by cadet regulations as shall be announced by those cadet officers in positions of authority. As well, each cadet agrees to carefully and diligently discharge the duties of his/her position to the best of their ability. 6 AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC GOAL The goal of the program is to instill in high school students the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. UNIT MOTTO "Amat Victoria Curam" - Victory loves careful preparation 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 gone before me, and those who will come after me. I am a Patriot, a Leader, and a Wingman devoted to those I follow, serve, and lead. I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet. 7 Significance of the Air Force JROTC Emblem -The yellow arrow depicts high technology, supporting the goals of aerospace education and careers. Its direction points to the future. -The lamp is the lamp of knowledge. The red flame represents that knowledge prevents one from traveling life in ignorance. -The blue and yellow are the colors of the Air Force- blue representing the sky and the yellow representing the sun. -The white represents daylight, innocence,