MD-20023rd AFJROTC GROUPWASHINGTION HIGH SCHOOL10902 OLD PRINCESS ANNE RD

PRINCESS ANNE, MD 21853(410) 651-0480

FORWARD

Congratulations on your decision to enroll in the AFJROTC program.

The Maryland-20023rd (MD-20023) Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) was established at Washington High School in the Fall of 2002 by agreement between Somerset County Public Schools and Headquarters, United States Air Force JROTC.

The Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) is a retired U.S. Air Force officer and the Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) is a retired U.S. Air Force noncommissioned officer. These instructors have extensive professional military education and training, as well as, many years experience teaching and training others.

The AFJROTC curriculum includes aerospace science and leadership instruction and training. Cadet officers and noncommissioned officers learn leadership and management skills by organizing and directing the MD-20023rd AFJROTC Group. Our mission is simply to build better and more productive citizens for America. Enrollment in the corps in no way obligates the cadet for military service.

The Aerospace Science Instructors and cadets of the MD-20023rd AFJROTC Group at Washington High School prepared this cadet guide for your use. It is not a regulation although it refers to Air Force regulations and gives guidance in areas not practically regulated. This guide may also be informative to principals, counselors, teachers and parents.

The standards in this guide support the leadership and personal development objectives of the AFJROTC program and if taken in the spirit, in which they are intended, will provide the foundation for a pleasant and profitable educational experience. It contains policy guidance, requirements and rules of conduct for you, an AFJROTC cadet at Washington High School. I recommend you study this guide thoroughly. You will be held responsible for its contents during daily activities and on examinations.

We wish you success and personal satisfaction as a member of the Washington High School Group.

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CONTENTS PARAGRAPH PAGE

CHAPTER 1 - MISSIONS AND OBJECTIVES

Basic Concerns 1-1 1 AFJROTC and MD-20023 Mission 1-2 3

Instructional Objectives 1-3 3

Air Force Core Values 1-4 4

AFJROTC Quality 1-5 4

Grading Policy 1-6 5

Flight Competition 1-7 6

Flag Detail 1-8 6

AFJROTC-Related Clubs/Activities 1-9 6

CHAPTER 2 - STANDARDS

Cadet Honor Code 2-1 8

Standards of Conduct 2-2 8

USAF JROTC Cadet Roles and Relationships 2-3 9

General Leadership Guidelines 2-4 10

Public Display of Affection (PDA) 2-5 11

Chain of Command 2-6 11

Saluting Privileges 2-7 12

Classroom Procedures 2-8 13

Hazing 2-9 17

CHAPTER 3 - AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC UNIFORMS

The Uniform 3-1 18

Appearance Standards 3-2 21

AFJROTC Physical Training (PT) Uniform 3-3 23

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Shoe Shine Tips 3-4 23

Ribbon Precedence 3-5 23

CHAPTER 4 - DISCIPLINARY SYSTEM

Disciplinary Action 4-1 25

Cadet Review Board 4-2 26

Probation 4-3 26

Exception 4-4 26

CHAPTER 5 - CADET CORPS ORGANIZATION

Cadet Group Commander 5-1 27

Cadet Vice Group Commander 5-2 27

Special Assistant 5-3 28

Inspector General 5-4 28

Executive Officer 5-5 28

Senior Enlisted Advisor 5-6 28

Safety Officer 5-7 28

Historian 5-8 29

Chaplain 5-9 29

Operations Squadron Commander 5-10 29

Mission Support Squadron Commander 5-11 30

Squadron Commanders 5-12 30

Personnel Officer 5-13 30

Recruiting/Public Affairs Officer 5-14 31

Logistics Officer 5-15 32

Finance Officer/ROTC Club Treasurer 5-16 32

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Color Guard/Drill/Saber/Orienteering Team/Model Rocketry Club Commanders 5-17 32

Physical Training Officer 5-18 33

Squadron First Sergeants 5-19 33

Flight Commanders 5-20 33

Flight Sergeants 5-21 34

Element Leaders 5-22 34

Right Guides/Guidon Bearers 5-23 34

Chief Pilot 5-24 34

Community Service Officer 5-25 35

Unit Manning Document 5-26 35

Unit Manning Document (Expanded) 5-27 35

Transfer Cadets 5-28 37

CHAPTER 6 – CADET PROMOTION SYSTEM

Cadet Grade/Rank 6-1 38

Promotion Policy 6-2 38

Promotion System 6-3 39

Promotion Process 6-4 40

Performance Report (Form 900) 6-5 41

The Cadet Promotion Test 6-6 43

The Promotion Board 6-7 44

CHAPTER 7 - AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

Philosophy 7-1 46

AFJROTC Valor Awards 7-2 46

AFJROTC Humanitarian Award 7-3 46

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National Organization-Sponsored Awards 7-4 46

Air Force Junior ROTC-Sponsored Awards 7-5 52

CHAPTER 8 - CADET ACTIVITIES

Philosophy 8-1 55

Cadet Staff and Corps Meetings 8-2 55

Cadet Review Board 8-3 56

Board Procedures 8-4 57

Honor Guard, Color Guard, Drill Team, Saber Team, 8-5 58and Orienteering Team

Corps Newsletter 8-6 58

Service Projects 8-7 58

Fundraising 8-8 58

Kitty Hawk Air Society 8-9 58

Awareness Presentation Team 8-10 59

Model Rocketry Program 8-11 59

AFJROTC Flying Model Program 8-12 60

AFJROTC Static Model Program 8-13 60

Military Ball 8-14 60

Dining-Out 8-15 60

Field Day 8-16 60

Recruiting 8-17 60

Parade 8-18 61

Incentive Flights 8-19 61

Field Trips 8-20 61

Flag Disposal 8-21 61

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CHAPTER 9 – DEMILITARIZED RIFLES AND SABERS

Cadet Behavior Criteria for Rifles and Sabers 9-1 62

Control and Storage of Demilitarized Rifles and Sabers 9-2 63

CHAPTER 10 – PHYSICL TRAINING (PT) -DIRECTOR’S CHALLENGE FITNESS

EVENTS

Curl-Ups 10-2 66

Shuttle Run 10-3 66

One-Mile Run/Walk 10-4 66

Pull-Ups 10-5 66

V-Sit Reach 10-6 67

ATTACHMENTS

Air Force Junior ROTC Insignia 68

Air Force Junior ROTC Badges 69

Cadet Male Headgear 70

Cadet Female Headgear 71

Cadet Light Weight Blue Jacket 72

Cadet Male 1620 Service Dress 73

Cadet Female 1620 Service Dress 74

Cadet Male Blue Shirt 75

Cadet Female Blue Shirt 76

How to Tie a Four-In-Hand and Windsor Knot 77

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CHAPTER 1 - MISSIONS AND OBJECTIVES

1-1 THE BASICS

a. The Aerospace Science course introduces the historical, scientific and technical aspects of aerospace. Leadership Education provides experiences to develop discipline, responsibility, communication skills, and citizenship. Leadership Education also includes wearing the Air Force uniform, the proper use of Air Force customs and courtesies, participating in drills and ceremonies, giving and receiving instructions, and acting as leaders and members of the MD-20023rd Group. You do not incur military service obligation by participating in the program.

b. LEGAL AND REGULATORY BASIS

1. PUBLIC LAW 88-647. The Reserve Officers' Training Corps Vitalization Act of October 13, 1964 is the authority to operate Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (AFJROTC) programs in secondary schools.

2. AFROTCI 36-2001, Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC), describes the curriculum of the AFJROTC program and policies and procedures for AFJROTC units. It gives guidance for organizing the cadet corps and provides other directions in the operation of the MD-20023rd AFJROTC Group.

c. To be eligible for membership in the MD-20023rd AFJROTC program you must:

be enrolled in and attending a regular course of instruction at Washington High School. have completed the eighth grade. be physically fit to participate in AFJROTC training.

d. Students may transfer from Army, Navy/Marines or other AFJROTC units with full credit for training already received. Note: Student must present documentation such as a cadet record or transcripts.

e. Attitude and behavior makes all the difference. The majority of cadets have very few problems and really enjoy the program. However, the few who struggle with the expectations and rules have a disproportionately negative impact on the morale and welfare of the corps.

f. You may be disenrolled for the following reasons (IAW AFROTCI 36-2001, Para 3.5.3):

Cadet honor code violation, failing to maintain acceptable course standards, failing grades, improper haircuts, unacceptable grooming, incorrect uniform wear, failure to wear the uniform when required, i.e. three no uniform days per quarter, etc.

Inaptitude, indifference to training, disciplinary problems, drug or alcohol abuse, or undesirable traits of character.

Failing to remain enrolled in school or suspended from school.

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NOTE: SASI, ASI or the cadet hierarchy may recommend disenrollment with appropriate documentation and a review board.

1-2 AFJROTC AND MD-20023 MISSION: Our mission is to “Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community”.

1-3 INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES: The objectives of our program are to instill in high school cadets:

a. Promoting the whole-person concept by encouraging physical fitness, academic excellence, moral character and community service, etc.

b. Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligations as United States citizens.

c. A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, responsibility, and leadership.

d. A broad-based knowledge of the aerospace age and fundamental aerospace doctrine.

e. Habits of orderliness and precision by teaching cadets military customs and courtesies and basic military drill.

f. A knowledge of and appreciation for the traditions of the Air Force.

g. An interest in completing high school and pursuing higher educational goals and skills.

i. How to interact with other cadets and use the chain-of-command by providing an environment for experience and growth in the attitudes, disciplines and techniques of effective leadership.

j. Good personal appearance including neat military grooming, cleanliness and proper wear of a military uniform.

k. Qualities of honorable behavior, high ideals, self-confidence and responsibility for the consequences of one's actions.

l. Promote Washington High School’s educational goals as defined in its Students Handbook. 1-4 AIR FORCE CORE VALUES

a. Integrity First.

b. Service Before Self.

c. Excellence In All We Do.

d. Integrity is essential. It is the inner voice, the source of self-control, and the basis for the trust that is imperative in today’s society. It’s doing the right thing when nobody is looking.

e. Service before self means that professional duties take precedence over personal desires. Military service is not just another job. Every military member realizes from day one, that his or

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her individual needs will be second to the needs of the nation. A leader unwilling to sacrifice individual goals cannot convince other unit members to do so. While personal goals often coincide with Air Force goals, there is no room for personal agendas at the expense of the institution or the American people.

f. Excellence in all we do directs us to develop a sustained passion for continuous improvement that will propel you into an upward spiral of goal accomplishment and performance.

g. The present times call for values that serve as a beacon toward the right path. They set the standard for our behavior, our service to country, and our treatment of one another. The core values, integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do, are the foundation upon which a quality Air Force (and U.S. citizen) is built.

1-5 AFJROTC QUALITY

a. Recently HQ/AFJROTC revamped its unit inspection process because they felt it didn't effectively measure the success or failure of its Junior Units. The new inspection process is designed to accomplish three main goals.

1. Reduce the checklist-based, compliance-oriented inspection method,2. Ensure we are focused on "building better citizens for America", and3. Eliminate competition between units.

b. The new 'Quality Process' allows each unit to develop its own Goals, Objectives, and Priorities, which it feels important to THEIR situation, and develop metrics (i.e.. measurements) to determine progress in reaching the aforementioned. This means the cadet corps must ask and answer the following basic questions:

* Why is this important to our unit?* What programs do we need to address our important issues?* How do we know we are meeting our goals, objectives, and priorities (i.e.. metrics)?

c. The inspector’s role in the unit assessment has been purposely left broad. He has eight assessment areas to address. These are called Function Areas and are as follows:

1. Leadership2. Education3. Training4. Recruiting5. Personnel Actions- how the cadets are managed to turn them into leaders.6. Financial Management7. Unit Support- interacting with the school and the community. (PTSA, PA, Community

Affairs, etc.)8. Special Interest Items-Color Guard, Drill Team, Rocket Club, etc.

d. Furthermore, with the above in mind, the cadet staff briefing to the inspector will no longer be a recital of job description, but should describe the quality process of how the unit "develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community". This means the cadet staff will have to 'sell' their program to the inspector by answering the

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aforementioned 'three basic questions'. The inspector will rate the corps on the programs and processes presented in the briefings.

e. Each activity commander will establish a goal(s) for his/her activity and advise the executive officer (in writing) of such goal(s), plus the success (or failure) to achieve said goal(s). Also, each commander will assess the impact of their goal(s) on the Corps, community, cadets, etc., and advise the executive officer of such.

1-6 BENEFITS

A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION is presented to a student in good standing who has successfully completed at least three years of the AFJROTC program. In order to receive the SASI’s endorsement the cadet must have maintained 70% or C and satisfactory citizenship grades. A cadet must have this certificate in his/her possession when enrolling in a college level ROTC program, or when enlisting in the armed forces, in order to gain the benefits of successfully completing the AFJROTC program.

a. With the Certificate of Completion, the cadet may be excused from one year of the General Military Course (GMC) of the senior AFROTC program. This privilege must be arranged with the Professor of Aerospace Science (PAS) when enrolling at the college or university.

b. If the AFJROTC cadet elects to enlist in the Armed Forces, the Certificate of Completion will allow enlistment in pay grade E-3 in the Army, Navy or Air Force. Enlistment in the Marine Corps will be in pay grade E-2. This provides for immediate monetary benefit. It also places the cadet ahead of other personnel enlisting at the same time and, theoretically, makes the cadet eligible for promotion ahead of other enlistees who enter at the same time.

NOTE: In order to receive the benefits outlined in 1-1g.1. and 1-1g.2., the Certificate of Completion or Certificate of Training must be endorsed by and/or accompanied by a letter from the SASI recommending enlistment at higher grade. It is possible to receive the Certificate and NOT receive the endorsement and/or letter from the SASI.

1-7 GRADING POLICY

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a. Academic Grades - You are graded in three areas in AFJROTC: Aerospace Science (AS), Leadership Education (LE), and Physical Fitness (PT)(Reference Paragraph 10-1). AS instruction accounts for 40% of your grade. LE instruction accounts for 40% of your grade. PT accounts for 10% and Homework 10%.

90-100 EXCELLENT80-89 GOOD70-79 SATISFACTORY60-69 MARGINAL0-59 FAILING

b. Grades for aerospace science homework, tests, reports, projects and presentations are averaged for a numerical grade for AS. Grades for leadership education tests, cadet activities (see Paragraph 1-7), personal conduct (see Chapter 2), attendance and uniform wear/inspections (see Chapter 3) are averaged for a numerical grade for LE.

c. You are encouraged to understand the importance of your grades. Aerospace Science instructors will discuss your grades upon request.

d. You may improve your AS grades by voluntarily building aerospace vehicle models and making oral or written presentations (reports) on topics related to aerospace or other SASI approved subjects. You may use any instructor approved reference source.

e. You may improve your LE grades by participating in cadet curricular and cocurricular activities, by maintaining good conduct in class, and by presenting a very sharp and correct appearance on uniform days (including proper grooming and hair arrangement). Performing extra flag details will also earn bonus points.

f. Citizenship Grades - Any combination of six unexcused absences, unexcused tardies, no flag, no uniform, unprepared for class, and disruptive classroom behavior warrants an unsatisfactory citizenship grade for the quarter (12 for the semester). Further you must complete one flag detail by the progress grading period and three flag details by the end of the quarter grading period in order to earn a satisfactory. Remember in order to be considered to receive the SASI’s endorsement on Training or Completion Certificate you must maintain both a 70% or C academic average and a satisfactory citizenship grade.

1-8 FLIGHT COMPETITION

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The flight to which you are assigned will be competing with all other flights for monthly honor flight and semester outstanding flight. Competition encompasses all activities in which you may be involved.

a. FLIGHT POINTS: NUMBER

1. Open ranks inspection (average) 0-122. Participation in activities (percentage) 0-123. AFJROTC test/homework scores (average) 0-124. Required turn-ins/complying with instructions 0-12

b. FLIGHT POINTS:

1. Misconduct or disrespect To be determined2. Failure to respond or comply 1-103. Leaving items in AFJROTC classroom or leaving classroom unkempt. 2

c. Each member of the flight designated as the semester outstanding flight will be authorized to wear the AFJROTC outstanding flight ribbon on his or her uniform. I encourage you to help make your flight the best in the corps.

1-9 FLAG DETAIL

Each cadet in the corps is required to learn how to raise, lower and fold the flag. Each cadet is required to perform at least three (3) flag details per quarter and one by the progress grade. Cadets must perform at least six (6) flag details per semester. Failure to do so will warrant an “Unsatisfactory” for your citizenship grade. If scheduled for a flag detail and are unable to attend, you must find a substitute or you will be awarded a “no flag” (NF). Bonus points will be awarded for all flag details exceeding the minimum requirement.

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1-10 AFJROTC RELATED CLUBS/ACTIVITIES

There are several extracurricular activities available to you that provide added insight into aerospace or leadership experiences. Although you are NOT required to participate, these activities will help you understand and enjoy the AFJROTC program. Participation in these activities will increase your chance of promotion and impact corps position selection.

1. Drill Teams/Color Guard/Saber Team/Physical Fitness Team (paragraph 8-5)2. Model Rocketry/Flying Model/Static Model Airplane Club (paragraphs 8-11, 8-12 and

8-13)3. Public Affairs/Newsletter/Scrapbook (paragraph 8-6)4. Awareness Presentation/Speech Team (paragraph 8-10)5. Kitty Hawk Air Society (paragraph 8-9)6. Picnics7. AFJROTC sponsored functions8. Fund-raising activities (paragraph 8-8)9. Community service projects (paragraph 8-7)10. Recruiting (paragraph 8-18)11. Orienteering (land navigation)

You are expected to attend the following functions (if conducted):

1. Awards Brunch/Banquet2. Military Ball (paragraph 8-14)3. Parade (paragraph 8-19)4. Field Day (paragraph 8-16)

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CHAPTER 2 - STANDARDS

2-1 CADET HONOR CODE

"I WILL NOT LIE, STEAL OR CHEAT NOR WILL I CONDONE THOSE WHO DO."

a. These simple words provide the basis for a personal code of honesty that will sustain you for the rest of your life. The Honor Code is specific and clear in what it demands. You are expected to have complete integrity and honesty in both word and deed; you shall avoid evasive or misleading statements. You will do your own work on anything that is to be graded. The Honor Code belongs to you.

b. Maintaining the high standards of trustworthiness is your responsibility. This requires self-control and a conscious effort at all times.

c. The purpose of the code goes beyond the part of your life that involves AFJROTC training. It should become your ethical code and lifestyle.

d. If you become aware of lying, stealing or cheating, report the episode through the chain-of-command to the Cadet Corps Commander. The commander will investigate the charges and recommend appropriate action to the SASI. The SASI will take action deemed appropriate in each case.

2-2 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

a. You become a leader by exhibiting qualities of intelligence, good judgment, decisiveness and initiative. You inspire others to follow you by setting examples of confidence, maturity and respect. In order to realize your highest potential, you must maintain high standards of self-discipline, high ideals, good manners, social grace, appropriate dress (in or out of uniform), and good grooming.

b. You will display friendliness and respect to students, Washington High School faculty, Aerospace Science instructors and AFJROTC cadets. You will greet other cadets and Aerospace Science instructors in a pleasant manner, regardless of location.

c. Cadet officers will exercise discretion in enforcing military courtesy. Cadets will not be placed in an embarrassing situation by a public reprimand. However, cadet officers have the authority and the responsibility to deal with violations of military customs or courtesies.

d. You will show your respect for Aerospace Science instructors, teachers, and any guest speakers by addressing them as "sir" or "ma'am" and by responding to them in the same manner (e.g. yes/no sir/ma'am).

e. Enlisted cadets show their respect for cadet officers by addressing and responding to them as

"sir" or "ma'am", and saluting them when outdoors.

f. You will not wear hats (uniform or civilian) indoors unless permission is obtained from the SASI/ASI. When you are in uniform you will wear the correct headgear outdoors.

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g. You will follow procedures outlined in this cadet guide and will obey reasonable orders from all senior cadets, regardless of position or rank.

h. You will come to the AFJROTC classroom prepared to engage in AS/LE activities. Preparation includes completed assignments, proper textbooks, notepaper, pen/pencil, and an attitude conducive to learning.

i. You will not litter the classroom or leave study materials or personal items in the AFJROTC office, classroom or logistics room. You will put your trash in the trashcans and leave tables and/or chairs correctly placed. Classes will not be dismissed until the room is neat and orderly.

j. You will not mark, scratch, or otherwise deface Air Force or Washington High School property.

2-3 USAF JROTC CADET ROLES AND RELATIONSHIPS

a. OFFICERS

1. Cadet officers' role in MD-20023 is to provide overall corps leadership:

Leads by example in bearing, behavior and appearance

Takes initiative

Champion of "what's right," not "who's right!"

Teacher

Advocate of AFJROTC

Doer and Delegator

2. The cadet officer must strive to maintain appropriate relationships with all members of MD-20023. Without exception, all relationships should be based upon mutual respect:

Cadet officer to AFJROTC Instructors: Subordinate to superior, and as an advisor.

Cadet officer to cadet officer: Executive to executive, superior/subordinate/superior, advisor, fraternal.

Cadet officer to NCO: Superior to subordinate, senior partner, leader, teacher. It is important to keep in mind that this is a division of management, not a measurement of self-worth. Many officers in the Armed Forces have caused personal and organizational problems by either being arrogant towards enlisted members (especially towards NCOs), or by trying to be buddies with enlisted members.

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Cadet officer to enlisted: Superior to subordinate, leader. The same cautions apply as cited above. That does not mean cadet officers and cadet-enlisted members cannot associate, it does mean that friendships cannot interfere in a cadet doing their duty.

b. NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER (NCO)

1. The role of the NCO corps is to be the backbone of MD-20023 and to be closer to the general corps membership (much like the time honored tradition of active-duty military).

Sets the example on how to carry out orders

Teacher

Doer

Advocate for AFJROTC

Advisor to cadet officers and, when appropriate, to SASI/ASI

Maintainer of discipline and standards

2. Like the cadet officer, the cadet non-commissioned officer (NCO) must strive to maintain proper relationships with other cadets:

Cadet NCO to cadet officer: Trusted subordinate to superior, advisor.

Cadet NCO to cadet NCO: According to rank, fraternal.

Cadet NCO to cadet corps: Superior to subordinate, teacher.

2-4 GENERAL LEADERSHIP GUIDELINES

a. Praise in public and criticize in private (where and when appropriate).

Be quick to publicly give credit when someone has done something worth praising. Don't go overboard, but a few sincere remarks will accomplish more than all the criticism in the world.

Criticize in private when possible. If it is a behavioral issue, make sure the person knows it is the behavior that is being criticized and what is expected of them. If it is a performance issue, tell them how to correct it. Respect their dignity.

When criticism is necessary in public, try to avoid making it sound personal. There is a difference between observing that someone in formation needs a haircut and singling that person out for ridicule. Respect their dignity.

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b. Be facilitators (people who help to make positive things happen). Regardless of your position in the corps, you should always ask yourself in every situation "How can I make this work?" By being a facilitator, you are helping to make MD-20023 a positive experience.

c. Accept criticism graciously. Feedback is common in a structured environment, that is one of the ways structure is maintained. When the feedback is negative, its called criticism. Criticism can vary from "your pocket is unbuttoned" to being really extensive observations requiring more than a second to correct. Try not to take it personally. If you allow it to become personal, it can ruin your experience in the corps.

d. As members of MD-20023, we are all responsible for making the corps something we want to be a part of.

2-5 PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION (PDA)

a. At no time, while in uniform, will cadets do the following:

Hold hands with girlfriend/boyfriend/anyone

Kiss

Sit on laps

Engage in any PDA which may reflect unfavorably on the AFJROTC program

b. The reasons for this policy are as follows:

The good order and discipline of the corps

Detracts from the image we are trying to establish and maintain

Potential undermining of superior to subordinate roles/relationships

Changes relationships from professional to personal

Gives rise to perceptions of favoritism within the corps

2-6 THE CHAIN-OF-COMMAND

a. A fundamental part of a structured environment. The military chain of command has been in existence for several millennia. The basic reason for the military’s use of it is efficiency.

b. We, just like the military, use it to:

1. Communicate objectives/information from senior positions/functions to lower positions/functions.

2. Communicate responses or to advise from lower positions/functions to higher positions/functions.

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3. Voice grievances on policies, directives/orders, or perceived wrong doings (if the complaint is about an aerospace academic grade, the cadet should communicate directly with the SASI/ASI). When using the chain of command to voice a complaint, do the following:

c. Talk with your supervisor about the concern first. This is extremely important because most complaints are resolved at this level.

d. If talking with your supervisor fails to resolve the problem, then use organizational chart (posted in classroom) to figure out who is next in the chain of command to express your grievance. This process is repeated until the cadet feels that their grievance has been addressed to their satisfaction. Although unusual, it is conceivable for a complaint to go all the way to the SASI.

NOTE: It is important for all parties (complainant and those responding to the complaint) to act professionally and without recriminations as long as proper procedures are followed.

2-7 SALUTING PRIVILEGES

Saluting has always been a privilege enjoyed by military personnel of honorable standing. Not only was it used in the early days of recorded history as a greeting, but also to express mutual trust and respect. Today the salute is a respectful greeting exchanged between military personnel not withstanding differences in military grade. Listed are several of the more important saluting rules. Your instructors will teach you the proper manner of saluting and the rules, which govern its use among the military services. They will also teach you the special rules on saluting at Washington High School. For a more detailed explanation, refer to AFI 36-2903.

a. Cadet officers are saluted by any cadet with lesser rank. Junior grade officers will salute officers of higher rank when in uniform. Enlisted cadets are not required to salute each other.

b. Salute, in or out of uniform, whenever you are required to report to the SASI in the AFJROTC office.

c. Do not salute while running. Come to a walk, salute the senior ranking officer, and continue running if necessary.

d. Salute an inspecting officer when reporting for uniform inspection on Wednesday.

e. When you are in uniform and outdoors, salute all military officers in uniform.

f. Begin the salute in time to allow the senior cadet/military officer to return it. If you are carrying articles in both hands you do not need to salute, although you will be saluted if recognized as an officer. The person being saluted should verbally acknowledge the salute.

g. Except for formal reporting, you are not required to salute indoors.

h. When you are outdoors in uniform and the National Anthem is being played, come to attention, face the music and salute. If the flag is being raised or lowered at the same time,

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face the flag and salute. Hold the salute until the flag has stopped moving or the music stops playing. Anytime you are in uniform and observe the American flag moving up or down the flagstaff, you will halt, come to attention and salute until the flag stops moving.

i. Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America flag.

When you are in uniform, outdoors, stand at attention and render the hand salute while reciting the pledge.

When you are in uniform, indoors, stand at attention facing the flag and recite the pledge. Do not render the hand salute.

When you are in civilian attire, stand at attention with the right hand over the heart, face the flag and recite the pledge.

j. Cadet officers and NCOs should correct saluting violations by cadets junior to them in a courteous and helpful manner. You are expected to accept these corrections in the same spirit.

2-8 CLASSROOM PROCEDURES

a. STARTING CLASS:

1. All cadets, with the exception of the flight commander and flight sergeant, enter the classroom before the late/tardy bell rings and stand QUIETLY at Parade, REST behind their seats.

2. Class starts promptly at the sound of the last bell, the flight commander (Flt CC) or flight sergeant calls the class to "ATTENTION". The flight commander commands “Roll Call, Report”. The element leaders, in succession, will report the attendance for their element.

(a) The element leader performs a facing movement toward the flight commander, salutes (and holds until the salute is returned) and says “Sir/Ma’am, (1st/2nd/3rd/4th) element all present or accounted for” OR ADDS, IF NECESSARY, “with the exception of cadet(s) name(s).”

(b) The flight commander returns each salute.

(c) After reporting and the flight commander has returned the salute, the element leader faces his/her seat and remains at attention.

3. The flight sergeant records the attendance during Roll Call.

4. After taking attendance, the flight commander then commands "Parade Rest".

5. A cadet selected by the flight sergeant will read daily announcements. The flight sergeant will proceed to the SASI’s office and report the attendance. After daily announcements, the flight commander will call the flight to attention and report to the instructor.

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6. The flight commander faces the SASI/ASI and says:

"Sir/Ma’am, (A,B,C,etc…), Flight reports all cadets present and accounted for and ready for instruction".

7. After the SASI/ASI has acknowledged the flight commander, the instructor will tell cadets

“Take your seats” or “At Ease”.

NOTE: Talking or moving around during the pledge or roll call is a violation of discipline.

b. FLIGHT RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ABSENT/TARDY CADETS

1. The flight commander is responsible for making sure absent or tardy cadets receive copies of notes, fliers, etc. The flight commander can delegate this duty to the flight sergeant.

2. Place the name of the missing cadet on the material(s) being held until their return and place it in a folder. Place it on the applicable cadet’s desk prior to the beginning of their next JROTC class. If the cadet fails to show by the end of class, pick up the folder, add any new material and repeat the process the next class day.

3. Extended absences require flight commander consultation with the SASI.

c. CLASSROOM RULES: For the sake of the mission, the instructors, the flight and you!

1. DO

(a) Act mature.

(b) Treat each other with dignity and respect.

(c) Be a good leader and a good follower.

(d) Find ways to enjoy the corps.

(e) BRING ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS TO CLASS EVERY DAY.

(f) Always sit in your assigned seat.

(f) Request permission before leaving your seat during class.

(g) Use proper protocol when interacting with other cadets, asking SASI/ASI questions, etc.

(h) Look at leadership class days and the academic class days as an opportunity to grow.

(i) Comply with Washington High School rules of conduct.

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2. DO NOT (Unless specifically authorized by SASI/ASI)

(a) CHEW GUM OR EAT CANDY IN THE CLASSROOM!!!

(b) BRING FOOD, BEVERAGES INTO THE CLASSROOM!!!

(c) Wear hats in the classroom.

(d) Leave your assigned seat without permission!!!

(e) Use cell phones, pagers, radios, CD players, headsets, or other electronic devices during class. (They will be confiscated and returned at the end of the school day.)

(f) Disrupt the class (talk, make noise, whistle, etc.).

(g) Sit on table, desktops or backs of chairs.

(h) Do not place feet on tables or chairs.

(i) Do not tilt chairs backwards or on rear legs. Keep four legs on the floor.

(j) Use vulgar, obscene or profane language.

(k) Make improper gestures.

(l) Address instructors with "yeah" or “nope."

(m)Throw things around the classroom.

(n) Engage in horseplay.

(o) Make racial slurs or sexist comments.

(p) Sleep in class.

(q) Use of any corps assets without faculty approval.

(r) Disturb pictures, bulletin board items, flight boxes, or displays.

(s) Write on the whiteboards without SASI/ASI approval.

d. MILITARY PROTOCOL: Correct military protocol will be observed at all times.

1. SASI is addressed by cadets in or outside the classroom as:

Rank (major)

Rank and last name

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Sir or Ma’am, as appropriate

2. ASI is addressed by cadets in or outside the classroom as:

Rank (Master Sergeant)

Sergeant

Rank and last name

Sergeant and last name

Note: Never address the SASI, ASI or any other military officer/NCO by their first name.

3. Cadets will address each other in class and while in uniform:

If superior is an NCO: Cadet/rank, cadet/rank and last name

If superior is an officer: Cadet/rank, cadet/rank and last name, or sir/ma’am

4. Cadet to subordinate cadet as appropriate:

Cadet/rank, cadet and last name, or cadet/rank and last name

5. Cadet to cadet of equal rank:

First name, cadet/rank, or cadet/rank and last name

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e. TARDY AND ABSENCE POLICIES: Refer to your Washington High School Student Handbook.

1. MD-20023 will comply with the Washington High School policies concerning student absences and tardies.

2. The WHS policies will be reviewed at the beginning of each school year and when changes are made during the school year.

f. FLIGHT DISMISSAL

1. When the period is over, the Flt CC will verify that the classroom is orderly and clean.

2. The flight commander issues the following commands to dismiss their flight:

(a) "Flight, attention!" (Pronounced "ten-hut!"). The flight responds by quietly, but quickly standing at attention behind their seats.

(b) "Are there any questions?" Flight responds with "No sir/ma’am/sergeant!"

(c) "Are there any comments?" Flight responds with "No sir/ma’am/sergeant!"

(d) The flight commander will face the instructor, salute and state, “Sir, Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta or Echo Flight is ready for dismissal.” The instructor will order the flight commander to dismiss his/her flight.

(e) "Have a nice day, you're dismissed!" Flight responds with their morale check.

3. Cadets will not be dismissed until the classroom is orderly and clean.

4. After dismissal cadets will replace the seats and leave the classroom in an orderly manner!

2-9 HAZING: Hazing of cadets IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED!!! Any form of physical or mental abuse is strictly prohibited. Your receipt of this guide constitutes your understanding and acceptance of the prohibition on cadet hazing in MD-20023.

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CHAPTER 3 - AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC UNIFORMS

3-1 THE UNIFORM

The AFJROTC cadet uniform is, with certain exceptions, the same as that worn by active duty personnel. The reputation of the United States Air Force, as a professional military organization, is known worldwide and has no equal. The uniform you wear is a symbol of that reputation. You are expected to WEAR IT CORRECTLY AND PROUDLY all day. The MD-20023rd weekly uniform day is Wednesday. Exceptions to this policy will be announced in advance by the SASI/ASI. You are required to travel to and from school in uniform and remain in uniform the entire day , unless excused by the SASI/ASI. A uniform is issued to each cadet within the first month of school. You must keep your uniform clean, neat, correct in design and specifications, and in good condition. Maintain badges, insignia, and other metallic devices in proper luster condition.

a. Uniform items not issued by the ASI are considered optional items. Wear them only when authorized by the SASI. Service caps with plain visors may be worn by cadet officers and others approved by the SASI. Purchases must be made from school or private funds with no cost to the Air Force.

b. You will be required to reimburse the Air Force for any lost or willfully damaged uniform item(s). These items will be paid for by check or money order only made out to “Washington High School AFJROTC”.

NOTE: The total replacement cost for all standard issued items is approximately $300.00.

c. After being issued the Air Force uniform, you will acknowledge receipt for items by signing a uniform issue receipt. By signing this receipt, you agree to exercise all reasonable caution and care to assure that items of Air Force property are cared for and not damaged due to carelessness, neglect, improper cleaning and/or laundering methods. Further, you are required to return all uniform items, cleaned and laundered, to the ASI upon demand, or when you are no longer enrolled in the AFJROTC program at Washington High School.

d. Wear the uniform as prescribed in AFI 36-2903, AFI 36-2010/AFROTC Supplement 1, AFROTCI 36-2001, and MD-20023rd Cadet Handbook. Attachments to this guide also outline authorized uniform combinations.

e. If you are currently on the Drill Team or Color Guard, you are authorized to wear team cords, berets, ascots and belts ONLY during performances and are NOT authorized for regular wear. All special uniform items must be approved by the HQ AFJROTC and ASI before wear.

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f. Your issued service dress uniform must be worn when directed by the SASI/ASI. On other uniform days, you will wear the uniform combination determined by the vice corps commander. Uniform combinations are as follows:

Class A is service dress uniform. Class B is long sleeve shirt with tie. Class C is short sleeve shirt without tie. Class C Modified is short sleeve with tie.

g. You will be graded on your appearance on all inspection days. Categories will include uniform appearance and condition, placement of insignia, condition of shoes, military bearing, hair and grooming. Each inspection will be worth 100 points.

NOTE: If the ASI determines, during an inspection, that the uniform is excessively dirty that cadet will receive NO CREDIT for that day’s inspection and will have to make up the uniform wear after the uniform is properly cleaned. You will receive a 25 percent penalty on your inspection grade.

h. It is your responsibility to insure that your uniform is available and in inspection condition Wednesday or the designated uniform day. You will receive a lowered grade or "0” for not wearing the uniform when required. If you continually fail to wear the uniform when required, you will jeopardize your leadership grade and may be dismissed from the AFJROTC program.

i. Failure to wear the uniform on designated days for the entire day will result in grade adjustments (arrangements to not wear the uniform for a particular class must be made with the SASI/ASI):

Three unexcused not-in-uniform incidents per quarter will result in not being allowed on AFJROTC field trips.

Four unexcused not-in-uniform incidents per quarter will result in a maximum course grade of a “D”.

Five unexcused not-in-uniform incidents per quarter will result in a maximum course grade of an “E” and dismissal from the AFJROTC corps.

NOTE: Failure to wear the uniform on the designated day can be made up. If failing to wear the uniform on the designated day was for acceptable reasons (excused absence, field trips, etc.), the cadet must wear it on the next AFJROTC class day to receive full credit. If the failure to wear the uniform was for unacceptable reasons (unexcused absence, "in the cleaners," or "I forgot," etc.), the cadet must wear the uniform on the next AFJROTC class day for 75% credit. Failure to wear the uniform on the next AFJROTC class day will result in a “0” grade.

NOTE: Three “No Uniform” violations per quarter are grounds for dismissal from the corps.

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j. You will NOT wear a mix of cadet uniform and civilian clothing items. If you have a legitimate excuse (medical) for not wearing certain uniforms items, shoes for example, you must have an SASI/ASI waiver of uniform requirements. NOTE: On very cold days (when you can see your breath) civilian overcoats may be worn (ONLY TO AND FROM SCHOOL) over the uniform for warmth.

k. The standard USAF, blue, clutch-design nametag must be worn by MD-20023rd cadets with Class B and C uniforms. Regulations prohibit the wear of the blue nametag with the new 1620 service coat. It is cost prohibitive to purchase the nametag designed for wear with the 1620 uniform.

l. You must dry clean or launder, as applicable, all uniform items you exchange or turn in at the end of the school year. The only items that may be washed by hand or in a washing machine are the shirts and blouses. ALL OTHER UNIFORM ITEMS REQUIRE DRY CLEANING. Any other treatment of these items will damage them and you will be held responsible.

NOTE: THE DARK BLUE UNIFORM ITEMS ARE DRY CLEAN ONLY. THEY WILL BE DAMAGED BY LAUNDERING AND YOU WILL BE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE!!!

NOTE: THE LIGHT BLUE ITEMS SHOULD BE LAUNDERED. DRY CLEANING THEM WILL NOT GET THEM THOROUGHLY CLEAN ESPECIALLY SHIRT/BLOUSE COLLARS.

m. Do not carry bulky items or put your hands in your uniform pockets. Do not place articles under the shoulder strap of the shirt or coat. Carry books and other objects in your left hand to free the right arm for saluting.

n. You may not hitch hike, perform hard labor, or engage in sports activities while wearing the uniform. DO NOT wear the uniform during activities that can result in damage to the uniform (structural repair, some art classes, etc.). You should wear aprons, coveralls or change out of the uniform and change back in after the period.

o. OPTIONAL AUTHORIZED UNIFORM ITEMS PURCHASED/ACQUIRED BY CADETS MUST BE PREAPPROVED AND MEET MD-20023 STANDARDS IN ORDER TO BE WORN. ONLY AS-3/4 CADETS ARE AUTHORIZED TO WEAR THE SHINY POROMERIC SHOE OR SERVICE HATS .

p. You will not wear uniform hats indoors unless permission is obtained from the SASI/ASI. You will wear the correct headgear outdoors.

q. Because you wear the official United States Air Force uniform, objectionable behavior in public can create unfavorable reaction by the public toward the AFJROTC program and the United States Air Force. Conversely, proper conduct, actions and attitude can create and sustain favorable public reactions that will enhance the cadet corps image.

r. As an AFJROTC cadet, you must constantly strive to present a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. You will comply with the following standards of appearance while in uniform.

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3-2 APPEARANCE STANDARDS a. MALES

1. You will not wear, or carry, exposed on the service uniform, articles such as pagers, handkerchiefs, pencils, pens, watch chains, pins, jewelry, wallets, combs, cigars, pipes, and cigarettes. You may wear wristwatches, identification bracelets, and no more than three rings. You may wear conservative sunglasses, but not in military formations. Body piercings, earrings, and exposed tattoos are prohibited when in uniform. Body piercings and earrings are NOT allowed when in AFJROTC classroom or engaged in any AFJROTC related functions.

2. Faddish hairstyles and unnatural colors are prohibited when in uniform. Your hair must be neat, clean, trimmed, and present a conservative well groomed appearance. It must present a groomed, tapered appearance. A tapered appearance is one that when viewed from any angle outlines the individuals’ hair so that it conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the termination point. The bulk (thickness) of the hair must not exceed ¼ inch at the termination point or 1¼ inch at its fullest point. Hair must not touch the ears or protrude below the front band of headgear. Only closely cut hair or shaved hair at the back of the neck may touch the collar. Braided hairstyles are not authorized. In no case will the bulk or length of hair interfere with the proper wear of any Air Force headgear. If your hair is dyed, it must look natural (This will determined by the SASI or ASI).

3. Your sideburns must be neatly trimmed in the same manner as the hair, 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. Your face must be clean-shaven except that a mustache is permitted. Mustaches must be neatly trimmed, must not extend downward beyond the lip line of the upper lip and may not extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corner of the mouth. When a physician prescribes that a patient not shave, the beard must be kept trimmed symmetrically and all beard hairs must be kept trimmed so that they do not protrude more than one quarter inch from the skin surface of the face.

5. You will not wear wigs and hairpieces except for cosmetic reasons to cover natural baldness or physical disfigurement. When worn, they will conform to 2 and 3 above.

6. You will keep your fingernails neat, clean and trimmed. Fingernail polish is prohibited.

7. At all times you must wear a plain white T-shirt free from designs and markings. When wearing the short-sleeved uniform shirt with an open collar, none of your T-shirt may show. This means you must wear a V-neck T-shirt with the short-sleeved shirt! NO tank top styles because they do not protect the shirt from perspiration and anti-perspirant that will turn the shirts yellow/green – you will be held liable.

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b. FEMALES

1. You will wear appropriate undergarments to present a conservative, feminine appearance. If they can be seen through the uniform they must be white in color. Females must also wear a sleeved undershirt to protect shirts from yellowing in the underarm area; it must be a “U” or “V” neck style.

2. You will not wear, or carry, exposed on the uniform, pagers, pencils, pens, handkerchiefs and jewelry, including ankle bracelets. You may wear wristwatches, identifications bracelets and no more than three rings. You may wear small gold, silver, diamond stud or white pearl spherical pierced or clip earrings with the uniform. They will fit tightly against the ear and will not extend below the earlobe. Only one earring or healing post may be worn on or in each earlobe. You may wear conservative sunglasses, except in military formations. Body piercings (other than mentioned in previous sentence) and exposed tattoos are prohibited when in uniform. Body piercings, other than earrings, are NOT allowed when in the AFJROTC classroom or engaged in AFJROTC related activities.

3. Faddish hairstyles and unnatural colors are prohibited when in uniform. 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. It should be styled to permit proper wear of the headgear. Exaggerated styles with excessive fullness or extreme heights are also prohibited. The bulk (thickness) cannot exceed 3 inches. If pins, combs, barrettes or similar items are worn, they should be plain (no ribbons or jeweled pins) and modest in size and their color must be similar to the color of the hair. If your hair is dyed, it must look natural (This will determined by the SASI or ASI).

4. Your cosmetics must be conservative and in good taste.

5. Hose must be worn with the skirt or slacks. The only acceptable colors are neutral, dark blue, or dark brown. Black knee socks may be worn with the slacks, if preferred.

6. Your fingernails must be kept neat and clean and nail polish, if worn, must be in good taste and of a conservative color. It may not contain any ornamentation.

s. Your uniform (with the exception of shoes and socks) and equipment items are loaned to you and remain the property of the United States Air Force or Washington High School. You must be able to account for all items at all times. If you lose or willfully destroy a uniform or equipment item, you will be required to pay for it at the cost in effect when the account is scheduled to be cleared. Uniforms must be returned cleaned, pressed and on hangers. You will receive a grade of incomplete and the AFJROTC Certificate of Training or Certificate of Completion will not be awarded until all uniforms and equipment items have been turned in or paid for.

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3-3 AFJROTC Physical Training (PT) Uniform.

a. Shirts will be tucked in.

b. Do not mix portions of the PT uniform with any combination of the Air Force uniform.

c. The PT uniform is not to be substituted for the weekly uniform day.

d. The PT uniform should only be worn when there is a scheduled AFJROTC event. e. The SASI will establish unit-specific policies on PT uniform wear.

f. With SASI and principal approval, units may substitute a unit-specific PT uniform for the Air Force PT uniform. Logos and emblems should be conservative and in good taste, must reflect affiliation with AFJROTC, and may reflect affiliation with the school.

3-4 SHOE SHINE TIPS You are required to keep your shoes shined to a high gloss at all times. This requires a great deal of time and dedication, but the resulting feeling of pride in your work bolstered by inspection merits will make it all worthwhile. There are several ways to “spit shine” your shoes. Here is one:

WHAT YOU NEED:

1. A can of Kiwi black shoe polish

2. A large supply of cotton balls or cotton t-shirt

3. A cup of warm water

4. Old nylons

WHAT TO DO:

1. Dip a cotton ball into the water, then into the Kiwi polish. Apply the polish to the shoe on a small area using circular motion. Do this to the entire shoe but give the toe your best effort.

2. Repeat this process until you can see your reflection on the toe of the shoe, occasionally buffing with a nylon to smooth the finish and check your progress.

3. A great shoeshine shows dedication, personal resolve and hard work. We suggest that you consult with the ASI about a demonstration of “spit shine” techniques.

3-5 RIBBON PRECEDENCE Ribbons are a colorful military tradition. They are a tapestry of personal valor, distinction, medals, citations, awards, etc. All members of the Armed forces wear them with pride on their dress uniforms. Air Force active duty officers tend to wear them only on the service coats while enlisted members tend to wear them on all combinations (combat uniforms excepted). AFJROTC members will wear the ribbons they are authorized on appropriate uniform combinations.

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Ribbons will be worn on the AFJROTC uniform in the following precedence indicated from highest to lowest (left to right starting at top row being the highest).

AFJROTC VALOR AWARD (GOLD)AFJROTC VALOR AWARD (SILVER)AFJROTC HUMANITARIAN AWARDAIR FORCE ASSOCIATION AWARDDAEDALIAN AWARDAMERICAN LEGION AFJROTC SCHOLASTIC AWARDAMERICAN LEGION AFJROTC GENERAL MILITARY EXCELLENCE AWARDDAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARDAMERICAN VETERANS (AMVET) AWARDRESERVE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION AWARDMILITARY ORDER OF WORLD WARS MEDALTHE MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA AWARD VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (VFW) AWARDNATIONAL SOJOURNER'S AWARDSONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARDSCOTTISH RITE, SOUTHERN JURISDICTION AWARDMILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART AWARDAIR FORCE SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION ACHIEVEMENT AWARDSONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR AWARDTUSKEGEE AIRMEN INC. AFJROTC CADET AWARDNON-COMMISSIONED OFFICERS ASSOCIATIONOUTSTANDING CADET RIBBONLEADERSHIP RIBBONACHIEVEMENT RIBBONSUPERIOR PERFORMANCE RIBBONDISTINGUISHED UNIT AWARDACADEMIC RIBBONOUTSTANDING FLIGHT RIBBONLEADERSHIP SCHOOL RIBBON DRILL COMPETITION RIBBONORIENTEERING COMPETITION RIBBONCOCURRICULAR ACTIVITIES LEADERSHIP RIBBON DRILL TEAM RIBBONCOLOR GUARD RIBBON SABER TEAM RIBBON SERVICE RIBBONLONGEVITY RIBBONPHYSICAL FITNESS RIBBONRECRUITING RIBBONACTIVITIES RIBBONATTENDANCE RIBBONGOOD CONDUCT RIBBONDRESS & APPEARANCE RIBBONARMY JROTC RIBBONSMARINE JROTC RIBBONSNAVY JROTC RIBBONSCIVIL AIR PATROL RIBBONS

NOTE: Bronze oak leaf clusters (BOLC) are used to designate the second and subsequent award of a ribbon. A silver oak leaf cluster is used to in lieu of five BOLCs.

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3-6 OTHER UNIFORM WEAR. Any uniform wear other than the AFJROTC uniform on scheduled uniform days or to make up such scheduled uniform wear is PROHIBITED!!! For example, the wear of any other military service uniform or battle dress uniform (BDU) is PROHIBITED.

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CHAPTER 4 – DISCIPLINARY SYSTEM

4-1 DISCIPLINARY ACTION You will be held accountable for infractions of school rules or policies, as well as MD-20023rd regulations. The disciplinary system consists of Letters of Counseling, Letters of Reprimand, Non-Review Board Discipline and Cadet Review Board.According to the severity of the infraction, you may be put on probation. Further discipline, if deemed necessary, may be recommended. The Cadet Review Board will deal with any discipline problems you have (reference paragraph 4-2). Their recommendations will be forwarded to the SASI/ASI, the final authority.

a. A Letter of Counseling may be issued for the following infractions of MD-20023rd Standards of Conduct. The cadet’s element leader, flight sergeant or flight commander will issue a letter of counseling. A Letter of Counseling will remain in a cadet’s records for at least one month at which time it may be removed if deemed appropriate by the cadet’s supervisor.

1. Belt Worn Improperly or Missing2. Tie Worn Improperly or Missing3. Headgear Missing4. Uniform Dirty or Stained5. Shoes not shined6. Buttons missing7. Improper or missing undershirt8. Need Haircut or Shave9. Mustache not in compliance10. Sideburns not in compliance11. Jewelry not in compliance12. Unprepared for class (especially not completing homework)13. Sleeping in class14. Eating in class15. Chewing gum in class16. Disrupting class17. Talking without permission18. Sitting on desks or tables19. Wearing a hat in class20. Violating any cadet handbook guidelines not covered above

b. A Letter of Reprimand may be issued for the previous infractions, if repetitious, and for the following violations. A letter of reprimand will remain in the cadet’s records for a minimum of nine weeks. After nine weeks the letter may be removed with the flight commander’s approval.

1. Conduct unbecoming a cadet2. Failure to perform duties3. Failure to wear the uniform4. Lack of military courtesy5. Abuse of officer or NCO authority6. Missing a scheduled meeting7. Failure to turn in staff work

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8. Writing on instructional boards without permission9. Horseplay in class10. Making improper gestures

c. Non-Review Board Discipline and Cadet Review Board will be enforced for repeated infractions mentioned above and for the following conduct. This discipline may consist of, but is not limited to, probation, temporary reduction in rank, temporarily withholding promotion, removal from position, and permanent reduction in rank

1. Cadet Honor Code Violation2. Insubordination or disobedience3. Unexcused missed formation such as parade, color guard or drill team performance, etc.4. Arguing with the SASI or the ASI5. Disrespect to cadet officer or cadet placed in position of authority6. Misuse of property7. Profanity8. Unauthorized body piercing

d. The following behaviors require a Cadet Review Board:

1. Vandalism2. Alcohol or Drug related (if proven, will result in dismissal from the AFJROTC

program!!!)3. Weapons violation4. Fighting5. Disrespect to teachers or staff6. Suspension for any other reason7. Any infractions involving law enforcement authorities ON or OFF school property8. Any other official reasons not listed

4-2 CADET REVIEW BOARD consists of the commander, vice-commander, applicable squadron commander, special assistant (if applicable), executive commander and senior enlisted advisor (only if enlisted cadets are involved), and is responsible for:

a. Meeting as required by the SASI/ASI to evaluate cadets with discipline problems and to recommend cadets for awards and special recognition.

b. Overseeing all cadet evaluations to insure a correct and true record of cadet performance.

c. Maintains compliance with paragraphs 8-3/4.

4-3 PROBATION

a. You will be counseled by the SASI/ASI.

b. You may not participate in any extracurricular activity (including drill competitions).

c. You will not be considered for promotion during the time of probation.

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NOTE: While one aspect of the Cadet Review Board's purpose is outlined above, the board is responsible for all infractions of policy and regulations. Their decision is not final. The board recommends action to the SASI/ASI for final action.

4-4 EXCEPTION: Sometimes for the good of the cadet corps an individual will be removed immediately from a position and/or reduced in rank when agreed upon by SASI and ASI.

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CHAPTER 5 - CADET CORPS ORGANIZATION

5-1 CADET GROUP COMMANDER (CC) is responsible for:

a. The appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct of the corps.

b. The accomplishment of the leadership training program and mission under the guidance of the SASI/ASI.

c. Insuring that all members of the cadet corps have the opportunity to develop leadership commensurate with their individual abilities.

d. Administering cadet corps activities in accordance with Air Force and AFJROTC regulations, principles, and procedures.

e. Initiate cadet review boards (reference Chapter 4).

f. Commands during group inspections.

g. Presides over key staff meetings.

h. Parade and pass-in-review commander.

i. Master of ceremonies during military ball (when hosted by WHS).

j. Issue the cadet officer and senior NCO pledge.

k. Establish Corps goals I.A.W. Para 1-5

5-2 CADET VICE GROUP COMMANDER (CV) is responsible for:

a. Command of the group during the absence of the cadet group commander.

b. Supervising the group staff and insuring the staff is organized according to regulations.

c. Administering group headquarters in accordance with established guidelines. d. Normally a junior (AS-3) cadet in the spring semester.

e. Posts uniform wear date and the uniform of the day.

f. Posts key staff meeting dates and times.

g. Assist the executive officer in compiling the corps goals and assessing each goal’s impact on the corps, community, cadets, etc. I.A.W. paragraph 1-5 of this manual.

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5-3 SPECIAL ASSISTANT (SA) is responsible for:

a. Completing any duty assigned by the SASI/ASI.

b. The former group commander normally fills the position.

c. Master of ceremonies during awards brunch.

d. Write the distinguished unit award (15 Mar suspense).

5-4 INSPECTOR GENERAL (IG) is responsible for:

a. Observing and evaluating the progress of the cadet corps in accomplishing its mission, and advising the cadet group commander.

b. Inspecting staff agencies and group functions as required.

c. Acting as group complaints officer.

d. Insuring the AFJROTC MD-20023rd cadet staff follows pertinent regulations and policies.

5-5 EXECUTIVE OFFICER (XO) is responsible for:

a. All tasks assigned by the cadet group commander.

b. Assisting any cadet officer who has difficulties with the AFJROTC program.

c. Assuming the position of "adjutant" for drill and ceremonies.

d. Compiles and documents corps goals and assesses each goal’s impact on the corps, community, cadets, etc. I.A.W. paragraph 1-5e of this manual.

5-6 SENIOR ENLISTED ADVISOR (SEA) is responsible for:

a. Attending cadet group staff meetings and preparing the classroom for these meetings. Acts as sergeant-at-arms.

b. Maintaining discipline, customs and courtesies at staff meetings and school assemblies as well as supervising lower ranking cadet noncommissioned officers.

c. Organizing the group for pass-in-reviews and parades.

d. Assists any enlisted cadet who has difficulties with the AFJROTC program.

e. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO

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5-7 SAFETY OFFICER (SE) is responsible for:

a. Conducting a weekly safety inspection of all cadet facilities.

b. Reporting all safety violations or findings to the CG/CC or the SASI and providing recommendations for correcting safety-related problems.

c. Insuring cadet lounge refrigerator is defrosted at the end of each semester.

d. Insuring cadet lounge microwave(s) are thoroughly cleaned.

e. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-8 HISTORIAN (HS) is responsible for:

a. The recording and recovery of historical information and data pertaining to corps activities and working closely with PA to ensure photo opportunities aren’t lost.

b. The documentation of historical information and data pertaining to corps activities on computer or electronic media.

c. Maintaining the unit scrapbook, history, or other records reflecting the tradition, accomplishments, and activities of the unit.

d. Performing other duties as assigned by the CC.

g. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-9 CHAPLAIN (CH) is responsible for:

a. The morale and welfare of members of the cadets’ corps and recommending solutions to problems concerning morale and welfare issues to the CC.

b. Delivering inspirational services as required for Dining-Ins or Outs, Military Balls, Awards Brunches, and other corps activities.

c. Performing other duties as assigned by the CC.

d. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-10 OPERATIONS SQUADRON COMMANDER (DO) is responsible for the following and paragraph 5-11:

a. Planning and coordinating extracurricular and co-curricular activities with other school organizations and Army, Navy/Marine JROTCs and other Air Force JROTC units.

b. Conducting squadron staff meetings as required ensuring the administrative work for the corps is accomplished in a timely and accurate manner.

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c. Assisting the SASI/ASI in scheduling cadets for base visits and similar activities.

d. Planning all corps related activities.

e. Maintaining a complete record of all events and activities and assisting other staff members in the carrying out those events or activities.

f. Supervising activities related to the model rocketry club, model airplane club, awareness presentation team, drill teams, color guard, physical fitness team, and Kitty Hawk Air Society.

5-11 MISSION SUPPORT SQUADRON COMMANDER (MSS) is responsible for the following and paragraph 5-11:

a. Ensuring all subordinate officers/staff position personnel are trained in their jobs.

b. Conducting squadron staff meetings as required ensuring the administrative work for the corps is accomplished in a timely and accurate manner.

c. Assume command of the group in the absence of the vice group commander and operations squadron commander or when directed by the SASI/ASI.

d. Perform periodic self-inspection of the corps and inform the group commander of results.

5-12 SQUADRON COMMANDERS are also responsible for:

a. The appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct of the squadron under supervision of the cadet group commander.

b. Insuring all members of the squadron have the opportunity to develop leadership potential.

c. Working with other staff members to insure accomplishment of squadron level goals. d. Leading the squadron during pass-in-review and parades.

e. Ensure all squadron staff meet academic requirements (both in and out of AFJROTC).

f. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-13 PERSONNEL OFFICER (DP) is responsible for:

a. Maintaining personnel record on all cadets and insuring only authorized personnel have access to them.

b. Promptly posting any changes or additions, such as awards, position changes, promotions, etc.

c. The compilation, submission, and posting of merits/demerits and service points earned by cadets.

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d. Maintaining attendance records for group staff meetings, briefings, leadership training, extracurricular and co-curricular activities and special functions.

e. Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date unit-manning document in accordance with regulations.

f. Filing documents to unit files and cadet folders.

g. Making copies.

h. Authenticating, publishing, distributing, and filing all group administrative publications where applicable. This includes maintaining administrative files, correspondence, and ensuring all MD-20023rd Forms are available.

i. Keeping, publishing and posting minutes of the group staff meetings. j. Maintaining the official group bulletin board.

k. Publishing and posting cadet orders and chain of command board.

l. Maintaining the corps organizational chart (i.e. wiring diagram).

m. Maintaining all MD-20023rd forms which are as follows:

Form 1 – Activities Sign up SheetForm 2 – Internet PermissionForm 3 – AFJROTC Uniform and Textbook Policy LetterForm 4 – Field Trip PermissionForm 5 - Letter of Counseling/ReprimandForm 6 – Letter of CommendationForm 7 - Cadet Review/Disciplinary BoardForm 8 - Release from LiabilityForm 9 - Flag Detail SignupForm 10 - Petition for AbsenceForm 11 - Cadet PledgeForm 12 – Consent to Post GradesForm 13- Flight Drill PerformanceForm 14- Drill Sequence ScoresheetForm 15 - Parental Consent for Administration of Physical TrainingForm 16 - AFJROTC Physical Health Screening QuestionnaireForm 17 - Weekly Flight Uniform InspectionForm 18 - Physical Fitness Training Signup FormForm 19 – ISSLS Parental Release FormForm 900 – Cadet Performance Report (ref page 41)Form 900WS – Promotion Board WorksheetFolder Inserts #1 and 2

n. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

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5-14 RECRUITING (REC)/PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER (PA) is responsible for:

a. Supervising cadet recruiting activities.

b. Coordinate with feeder middle schools to arrange recruiting event with their 8th Graders just before CHMS registration at those schools.

c. Cadet corps public relations and affairs.

d. Publishing the group newsletter and maintaining the publicity bulletin board, or other internal information media.

e. Providing newsworthy items about cadets and cadet activities to school, local and military newspapers and HQ AFJROTC. Insuring photos are taken and the school secretary and TUSD public affairs are informed of all activities, field trips, and AFJROTC events.

f. Publicity on all cadet activities.

g. Maintaining the unit scrapbook, history, or other records reflecting the tradition, accomplishments, and activities of the unit.

h. Ensure the school’s daily announcements are submitted prior to 1000 hours the day before the event.

i. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-15 LOGISTICS OFFICER (LG) is responsible for:

a. Assisting the ASI in the issue, maintenance and turn in of accountable property.

b. Assisting the ASI in the inventory of accountable property. Maintaining accurate records of all accountable property.

c. Providing guidance to the cadet staff on proper supply discipline.

d. Maintaining a neat, clean and functional supply room.

e. Insuring only authorized personnel have access to the supply room.

f. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-16 FINANCE OFFICER/ROTC CLUB TREASURER (FM) is responsible for:

a. Assisting the ASI in establishing financial management procedures and guidelines.

b. Assisting the ASI in monitoring and maintaining cadet funds.

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c. Assisting the ASI and cadet staff members in planning, organizing, controlling and coordinating unit fund drives.

d. Maintain an accurate record of all income and expenses.

e. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-17 DRILL TEAM/COLOR GUARD/HONOR GUARD/SABER/ORIENTEERING TEAM/MODEL ROCKETRY CLUB COMMANDERS are responsible for:

a. Organizing and training the drill team, saber team, color guard, honor guard, orienteering team, and model rocketry club for performances as directed by the SASI/ASI and/or cadet group commander. Note: Competitive Teams require all cadets to complete/submit a Fine Arts Activity package for eligibility.

b. Assisting in the planning and coordination for all parades and ceremonies.

c. Scheduling a color guard for all home varsity football, girl’s volleyball, boy’s basketball, boy’s volleyball and girl’s softball games, school assemblies, other school activities as required and community events.

d. Maintaining control and inventory of all team equipment.

e. Coordinate with PT Commander to have a Skills Team proficient in pushups, sit-ups, and rifle run, IAW Skills Meet SOP.

f. Tracking all cadets who participate in team/club activities to insure their eligibility.

g. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-18 PHYSICAL TRAINING OFFICER (PT) is responsible for:

a. Preparing the Cadet Corps for competing in the Director's Fitness Challenge. This program tests the cadet’s individual fitness level by using 5 specific events. Those events include curl-ups, shuttle run, endurance run/walk (one mile), pull-ups, and v-sit reach. Atch 1, pg 65

b. Operating the cadet physical fitness program, including supervising stretching exercises prior to any physical fitness activity.

c. Coordinate with the Drill Teams Commanders to have a Skills Team proficient in pushups, sit-ups, and rifle run, IAW Skills Meet SOP. Note: Non-drill team cadets need to complete a Fine Arts Activity packet to compete.

d. Advise ASI when a cadet has earned the Physical Training ribbon.

e. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

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5-19 SQUADRON FIRST SERGEANTS (1st Sgt) are responsible for:

a. Maintaining discipline at squadron activities as well as supervising lower ranking cadet NCOs and airmen.

b. Evaluating flight activities under the supervision of the squadron commander within the guidelines established by AFJROTC regulations.

c. Organizing the squadron for pass-in-reviews and parades.

d. Ensure commanders are academically eligible (both in and out of AFJROTC).

5-20 FLIGHT COMMANDERS (Flt CC) are responsible for:

a. Maintaining the appearance, discipline, effectiveness, training, and conduct of the flight.

b. Providing drill and ceremonies training to element leaders and flight members as outlined in AFI 36-2903.

c. Reporting attendance to the SASI/ASI and maintaining order and discipline in the absence of instructors.

d. Planning and coordinating activities within the flight.

e. Recommending the top cadets within the flight for awards and recognition to the Squadron CC.

f. Attending staff meetings (when appropriate).

g. Keeping flight members informed of unit and school activities.

h. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-21 FLIGHT SERGEANTS (Flt Sgt) are responsible for:

a. Preparing the flight for inspection and assisting the flight commander in teaching drill and ceremonies.

b. Training the right guide and guide bearer in correct drill and ceremonies.

c. Taking attendance and reporting to the flight commander.

d. Assigning cadet seating.

e. All the flight commander duties specified in paragraph 5-20 when the flight commander is absent.

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5-22 ELEMENT LEADERS (EL) are responsible for:

a. Leading elements in drill and ceremonies and learning the manual of the guiding.

b. Taking attendance of elements when in flight formation and assisting the flight commander and flight sergeant.

c. Insuring that all members of that element are familiar with AFI 36-2203 and AFI 36-2903.

5-23 RIGHT GUIDES/GUIDON BEARERS are responsible for:

a. Leading the flight in the direction and cadence of march.

b. Learning the manual of the guidon.

5-24 CHIEF PILOT (CP) Normally an AS-4 who has earned a private pilots license. The chief pilot will be responsible for:

a. Tracking the training progress of each cadet pilot.

b. Scheduling the cadet incentive flights with the SASI, ensuring MD-20023rd Form 10, Petition for Absence and Form 8, Release from Liability, are issued a week before the flight, and Returned/Completed/Filed a day before the flight with the SASI .

c. Coordinating with aerotech officials.

d. Advising SASI on aviation matters.

e. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-25 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER (CS)

a. The community service officer for coordinating all AFJROTC service activities to include, but limited to:

(1) crowd control for football games and graduation(2) wrestling tournaments(3) baseball/softball tournaments(4) parking for administrative meetings held at Washington High School

b. Establish and record goals I.A.W. Para 1-5 and forwards them to the XO.

5-26 UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT (UMD) is a record of authorized positions. It not only outlines authorized positions, but also authorized grades and the number authorized to hold that position. An asterisk (*) denotes the number is determined by unit strength. If corps needs dictate these numbers may be exceeded

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a. Statement of Authorized Officer Grades

C/Col 2 C/LtCol 2 C/Major 3 C/Capt 6 C/1st Lt 9 C/2nd Lt 14

Total Officers:36b. Statement of Authorized Enlisted Grades:

C/CMSgt 5 C/SMSgt 7 C/MSgt 13 C/TSgt 17 C/SSgt 23 C/SrA 30

C/A1C * C/Amn * C/AB *

Total Enlisted: NCO: 65 Airmen: 30+

5-27 UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT (Expanded) The MD-20023rd Air Force JROTC Group/Expanded Staff Unit Manning Document is as follows:

FUNCTION POSITION/TITLE GRADE AUTH. NO. AUTH.

COMMAND (CC)Commander C/Col 1Vice Commander C/LtCol 1Special Assistant C/Col 1Inspector General C/Major 1Executive Officer C/1Lt 1Senior Enlisted Advisor C/CMSgt 1Physical Training Officer C/1Lt 1

OPERATIONS (DO)Operations Squadron CC C/Major 1Squadron First Sergeant C/SMSgt 1Flight Commander C/Capt 5Flight Sergeant C/MSgt 5Right Guide C/SSgt 5Element Leader C/SrA 20Airman C/A1C, Amn, AB *Drill Team/Saber Team/ C/1Lt 4Color Guard/Honor GuardNCOIC (for above) C/MSgt 4Model Rocketry Club/Model Airplane ClubOrienteering CC C/2Lt 3NCOIC (for above) C/TSgt 3

MISSION SUPPORTMission Support Sq. CC C/Major 1Squadron First Sergeant C/SMSgt 1

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PERSONNELPersonnel Officer C/1Lt 1NCOIC C/MSgt 1

RECRUITING OFFICER (REC)/PUBLIC AFFAIRS (PA) Recruiting Officer C/1Lt 1 Public Affairs Officer C/2Lt 1NCOIC C/TSgt 1APT Team Leader C/MSgt 1

LOGISTICS (LG)Logistics Officer C/1Lt 1 NCOIC C/TSgt 1

FINANCE (FM)Finance Officer C/2Lt 1NCOIC C/SSgt 1

COMMUNITY SERVICE/SPECIAL PROJECTS (SP)Community Service OfficerC/1Lt 1NCOIC C/TSgt 1

HISTORIAN (HS) C/2Lt 1

SAFETY OFFICER (SE) C/2Lt 1

CHAPLAIN (CH) C/2Lt 1

COMPUTER SUPPORT (CS)Chief of Computer Support C/MSgt 1NCOIC C/SrA 1

CHIEF PILOT (CP) C/Capt 1

NOTE: If a cadet has two jobs, the rank authorization may be exceeded if necessary.

5-28 TRANSFER CADETS

a. Cadets transferring to the MD-20023rd will hold the same permanent rank (reference paragraph 6-2e) held when departing the previous JROTC unit, regardless of branch of service. Cadets transferring from other than Air Force JROTC units will convert their rank to AFJROTC cadet rank of equal value.

b. Rank must be verified by official documentation from the previous JROTC unit.

c. All cadets transferring from other JROTC units must complete all MD-20023rd promotion requirements for the rank held before becoming eligible for promotion. This policy applies to cadet officers as well as enlisted cadets.

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d. Awards and decorations from other service JROTC units will be worn below AFJROTC awards and decorations. Authorized Civil Air Patrol (CAP) ribbons will be worn below other service JROTC ribbons. (Reference paragraph 3-3 for precedence)

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CHAPTER 6 - CADET PROMOTION SYSTEM

6-1 CADET GRADE/RANK

a. Cadet “rank” and cadet "grade" are interchangeable -- they mean the same thing. It is the level of promotion a cadet has achieved.

b. Cadets are required to know: the cadet rank structure; the names, ranks and titles of the cadets in their chain of command; and the names, ranks, and titles of the cadets in staff positions.

NOTE: A copy of the current corps structure and chain-of-command is posted in the cadet classroom.

6-2 PROMOTION POLICY

a. Promotions go to those who have earned it.

b. Cadets must be eligible for promotion in order to be promoted.

c. The intent of the promotion system is to reinforce the Washington High School AFJROTC program and its ideals (mission statement, etc.).

d. Promotions optimized (the earliest possible advance through the ranks):

1 QTR 2 QTR 3 QTR 4 QTR 5 QTR 6 QTR 7 QTRAlC SSGT MSgt CMSgt 2Lt Maj COL

e. Guaranteed ranks at start of second quarter of each year in JROTC:

1. First year cadets--AS 1 = Amn.

2. Second year cadets--AS 2 = A1C.

3. Third year cadets--AS 3 = SrA.

4. Fourth year cadets--AS 4 = SSGT.

NOTE: These are minimum ranks; cadets who have been promoted beyond minimum ranks are not automatically advanced in rank. Cadets who have been automatically advanced in rank may test beyond the minimum rank.

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6-3 PROMOTION SYSTEM

a. Promotion Cycles: Four cycles per year.

All cadets in the rank of airman, or above, are test eligible with the following exceptions: those who are on Washington High School Suspension (in or out of school suspension), Academic Probation or probation within the corps, and students who have received one or more failing grades. Promotion tests are offered at the end of each semester for returning cadets. The fall semester tests during finals in December and the spring semester tests during finals in May.

b. All cadets new to JROTC will enter as an Airmen Basic.

c. Spot Promotions: A cadet being appointed to a higher rank on the spot without having to test for it. Spot promotions occur on rare occasions and only when it is in the best interest of the corps.

1. A cadet who serves with distinction on the cadet staff and whose rank is below that authorized for the position (see Unit Manning Document), may be promoted temporarily (spot) to any rank up to and including the authorized grade. Such performances must continue for at least nine weeks.

2. In order to retain spot rank, cadets must complete all requirements for that grade, including those bypassed. A cadet who fails to do so will lose that rank. A cadet failing to complete promotion requirements for the next higher rank may not be able to advance during the next promotion cycle.

3. Cadets who have received a spot promotion during a quarter will be ineligible for promotion at the next regularly scheduled promotion cycle.

d. Eligibility for Promotion

1. Cadet officers, and cadets nominated (by the corps senior staff) to be an officer (must be at least a C/MSgt), must be free from academic probation. Academic probation occurs when a cadet received a failing grade in ANY class during the most recent grade-reporting period.

(a) Officer candidates must have completed four full semesters over at least a two-year period (i.e. be an AS-3 or AS-4) in the corps. (Exceptions can be made for cadets who join the program during their sophomore year.)

(b) Officer candidates must have a cumulative 3.0 GPA at the time of nomination (spot promotion excepted--2.5 GPA or better) and must be passing ALL their courses with a 70% or better.

(c) Have and maintain at least a 90% average grade in AFJROTC and a 70% or better in ALL other classes.

(d) Cadets must maintain a satisfactory citizenship grade.

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(e) Cadets must participate regularly in AFJROTC cocurricular activities to be considered for promotion to cadet officer.

2. Cadet enlisted members are not held to the same academic standards as cadet officers.

However, the following criteria must be met:

(a) The enlisted member must be passing all courses enrolled in at the time of testing.

(b) Cadets testing for senior NCO (C/MSgt to C/CMSgt) must have at least a 2.50 GPA at the time of nomination. Cadets must have an 80% in AFJROTC and a 70% or better in ALL other classes.

(c) Cadets must maintain a satisfactory citizenship grade.

3. Cadets must not be serving any Washington High School suspensions at the time of screening for promotions or during the time promotion tests are being administered.

4. Cadets must be free from MD-20023 probation (probation as a result of a disciplinary board or ASI/SASI action) at the time of screening for promotions or during the time promotion tests are being administered.

5. Cadets being spot promoted must be otherwise eligible for promotion.

e. Cadets in their final semester of AFJROTC may retain the highest rank to which they have been promoted, at the discretion of the SASI, IAW AFJROTCI 36-2001, Paragraph 5.2.5.

6-4 PROMOTION PROCESS (for other than Spot Promotions).

a. Faculty & corps staff performs a records review to determine cadets eligible for promotion as defined in the "Eligible for Promotion" paragraph above.

b. A Cadet Performance Report must be accomplished (see paragraph 6-5).

c. The cadet takes the appropriate promotion test and it is scored (see paragraph 6-6).

d. A Cadet Promotion Board is convened (see paragraph 6-7) and each cadet is assigned a Promotion Score. The Promotion Score will determine if a cadet will be promoted. Remember that ranks are limited in the corps according to the UMD.

e. Promotion results will be posted on the Cadet Bulletin Board after it is announced in each flight (cadets are always welcome to invite family/friends). The promotions normally take place during the first uniform wear day after promotion tests have been graded.

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6-5 PERFORMANCE REPORT (Form 900): CADET PERFORMANCE REPORTNAME: ____________________________________ FLIGHT: _________ RANK: ________

Period of Supervision FROM: _______________________ TO: ________________________EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE1. UNIFORM: Consider # of uniform wears versus # of possible; pride in uniform; general appearance.

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

2. DRILL: Consider ability to execute all drill movements; proficiency and knowledge of drill; participation.

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

3. PREPARATION: Consider if cadet is ready for class (i.e. books, homework, paper, pens, and other requirements.

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

4. ATTENDANCE: Consider attendance habits – on time; unexcused absences; tardies; etc.

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

5. HUMAN RELATIONS: How well does ratee get along with superiors, peers, subordinates, instructors, etc?

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

6. BEARING (attitude): Consider the ratee’s daily military bearing in and out of uniform, letters of counseling/reprimand, etc.

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

7. BEHAVIOR: How well ratee follows directions of superiors; obeys rules; projects positive image at all times?

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

8. COCURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Is ratee involved in outside-of-classroom JROTC activities (i.e. drill team, color guard, community service, clubs, etc)?

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

9. UNIT GOALS: Has the ratee contributed actively and positively to the achievement of unit goals.

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

10. OVERALL: How does this cadet compare with others of the same grade level, rank and experience in the corps?

1st Rater2nd Rater

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1st Rater Signature 2nd Rater Signature(if used)

Total Points/# Raters (100 possible)Review Initials of SASI/ASI _______

MD-20023 Form 900, August 2005

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a. There are ten categories that are rated on the cadet performance.

b. Performance reports are used for promotion boards, disciplinary boards, awards boards, and whenever requested by competent authority.

1. The cadet's chain-of-command reviews the Performance Report. The report is returned to the rater(s) if there are any questions.

2. Once the chain-of-command is satisfied with the report, it is passed to the personnel officer who will review it for administrative compliance. The personnel officer collects all reports requested for a cycle, board, etc., and forwards them to the SASI and ASI.

3. The SASI and ASI review and initial all performance reports prior to their filing or being made use of by the corps. Once the Performance Report has been initialed by the SASI and the ASI it is a permanent part of the cadet's personnel record.

c. Raters are expected to complete Cadet Performance Reports with objectivity and with the highest degree of integrity. Flight commanders and flight sergeants are the raters for the majority of the cadets; the group commander and the deputy group commander rate staff officers. Staff positions filled with cadet enlisted members in the grade of C/SSgt and below will have Performance Report inputs forwarded to their respective flight commanders when an evaluation is due.

d. Performance Reports may be challenged through the chain-of-command. The challenger is cautioned to make sure they carefully and professionally present a case based on facts, not on emotion or unsubstantiated claims. Should a performance report be challenged:

1. The challenger has 30 days from the date of placement in their personnel file to register a protest.

2. The challenge must be in writing.

3. The group commander will select a review committee. It will consist of two flight commanders and two flight sergeants outside the cadet's chain. The review committee is charged with:

• Making an initial assessment of the challenge to see if it warrants dismissal. If recommended for dismissal, the recommendation is made to the group commander and to the SASI/ASI. If the group commander and JROTC staff support the recommendation, a copy is sent to the challenger and a copy of the approved recommendation is filed in the challenger's personnel file.

• If the challenge has enough merit, a thorough investigation must be conducted. This means gathering facts, interviewing cadets, etc. A Report of Findings and Recommendation(s) is completed and sent to the group commander and to the SASI/ASI. The group commander and SASI/ASI will determine an appropriate course of action based upon their assessment of the report.

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6-6 THE CADET PROMOTION TEST

a. Every member of MD-20023 is expected to guard the confidentiality of the promotion exams. This means that cadets cannot tell anyone what was on their promotion exam or discus it with anyone except the SASI or the ASI. Failure to meet this requirement will be considered to be a violation of the Cadet Honor Code.

b. Each promotion test will be worth a total of 100 points.

c. Each test will include questions on material from the previous levels of rank.

d. The sources for promotion test questions are: Cadet Guide, Leadership Education 1, AFMAN 36-2203, MD-20023 Instructions, Directives, Manuals, Policy Letters, etc.

e. The following areas of study are recommended for the associated ranks:

Rank Testing for Recommended Areas of Study

C/Amn No test, but must have completed Familiarization.

C/A1C AFJROTC mission, objectives, leadership, admission requirements, rules, proper wear of the uniform, names and ranks of senior staff, the Honor Code, Chain-of-Command, Conduct and courtesy, cadet evaluation.

C/SrA Appearance of cadets, Basic Drill, saluting rules, promotion procedures.

C/SSgt Promotion System, UMD, Group Organizational structure, merit/demerit system.

C/TSgt Drill, Leadership, Staff functions.

C/CMSgt, SMSgt, MSgt Job descriptions, merit/demerit system, disciplinary functions, military ceremony.

C/2Lt All corps job descriptions, cocurricular activities, cadet evaluation, and proper appearance.

C/lLt MD-20023 Instructions, Directives, Policy Letters, etc.

C/Capt All of Leadership Education 1, most of AFMAN 36-2203.

C/Maj All of administrative guidance provided to MD-20023.

C/Lt Col Current Events (especially aerospace related), ROTC scholarship information, Air Force history.

C/Col EVERYTHING!

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NOTE 1: The above is a guide, not a contract. Every cadet is reminded that there are more cadets for each rank than are authorized by the UMD. Consequently, one of the functions of the promotion test is to keep the rank structure in compliance with the UMD.

NOTE 2: The three most important sources to focus on (not just for promotion) are the Cadet Guide, the DRILL and CEREMONIES and the Leadership Education 1.

6-7 THE PROMOTION BOARD

a. Formed for every promotion cycle and for Spot Promotions at a date, time, and location proposed by the group commander and ratified by the SASI/ASI.

b. The SASI and ASI will make up composition of the Promotion Board of seven group staff members recommended by the senior cadet officer and ratified.

• At least one, but no more than three cadet members of the board will be senior enlisted personnel.

• At least four, but no more than six of the cadet board members will be officers.

c. PROCEDURES:

1. The senior cadet on the board will serve as its president. The board president is responsible for the timely completion of the board activities, the conduct of the board, and in casting the deciding vote on any matter that is deadlocked (three-three vote).

2. Every board member is strictly prohibited from discussing board activities outside the board with anyone but the group commander, the SASI or the ASI. A violation of this requirement is a violation of the Cadet Honor Code.

3. Promotion Boards will determine a promotion score for each cadet (Spot Promotions addressed separately):

(a) Determine in conjunction with the personnel officer if cadet is eligible for promotion. Cadets determined to be ineligible for promotion receive a board score of zero. Eligibility for promotion is determined prior to any tests being administered to avoid wasting the candidate's time.

(b) Tests are administered and scored by the ASI or the SASI and passed to the board.

(c) The board enters the test results on the Promotion Board Worksheet (Form 900WS) long with the information cited below:

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CATEGORY (Max.) POINTS POSSIBLE

Test 100

Academics (Cumulative GPA times 10, provided by ASI) 40

Attendance (Minus 2 points per unexcused absence) 20

Decorations (2 points for each JROTC ribbon earned in mostrecent semester, CHMS Drill Letter) 20

Time-In-Grade (5 points per semester) 20

Time-In-Corps (5 points per semester) 40

Performance Report (total points divided by # of raters) 100

Promotion Score is the sum of the Total Possible Points = 340

NOTE: Administrative actions are taken into account in the Performance Report.

d. The board ranks each board score according to grade category. The board president then meets with the group commander, the SASI and the ASI to determine the "Cutoff Score" for each grade category to remain in compliance with MD-20023's UMD.

e. Once the SASI, ASI, group commander, and board president are satisfied with the accuracy of the board promotion score computations, the board president directs the DP to publish the promotion orders. A ceremony will be held when practical after the orders are published.

GOOD LUCK!

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CHAPTER 7 - AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

7-1 PHILOSOPHY: A number of distinctive awards are authorized for AFJROTC cadets in recognition of outstanding performance in academics, leadership, or for specific displays of valor. AFJROTC awards and national awards are authorized by AFROTCI 36-2001 and are presented to cadets selected by the SASI and ASI. Awards will be presented at appropriate ceremonies and families and friends of recipients will be invited to attend.

a. Awards, decorations and devices are earned.

b. Cadets are required to wear all awards, decorations and devices that go on the uniform (reference paragraph 3-3 for precedence). Medals and ribbons may be worn simultaneously for formal, semiformal, and/or special occasions of a limited nature. Place medals on the mounting rack in the proper order of precedence. The top row of medals should be positioned ½ inch below bottom row of ribbons. Refer to AFI 36-2903 for instructions on stacking multiple medals. The routine wear of both medals and ribbons is prohibited.

c. Special Orders authorizing the wear of awards, decorations and devices are issued only after the ASI and SASI have made the best determination possible. Their determination is based on corps recommendations, available information, cadet performance, bearing and behavior.

d. Cadets wearing awards, decorations or devices that they have not been appropriately awarded are violating the Cadet Honor Code.

7-2 AFJROTC VALOR AWARDS

a. Gold Valor Award is awarded for voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life above and beyond the call of duty.

b. Silver Valor Award is awarded to a cadet for a voluntary act of heroism that does not meet the risk-of-life requirements of the Gold Valor Award.

7-3 AFJROTC HUMANITARIAN AWARD recognizes humanitarian effort and/or performance involving actions above and beyond the call of duty.

7-4 NATIONAL ORGANIZATION-SPONSORED AWARDS A list of the requirements for the seventeen National Awards is contained in AFROTCI 36-2001. To be eligible, a cadet must meet all requirements, whether it is for academic or moral standing. The National Awards are as follows:

a. Air Force Association (AFA) Award: This AFA-sponsored award consists of a medal and ribbon and is presented annually at each unit to the outstanding second-year (in a 3-year program) or third-year cadet (in a 4-year program).

Positive attitude (toward AFJROTC and school).Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming).Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence.Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs).

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Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change).Possession of the highest personal and ethical standards and strong positive convictions.Rank in the top 5% in their AS class.Rank in the top 10% of their academic class.Be recommended by the SASI for the Outstanding Cadet Ribbon.

b. Daedalian Award: The Order of Daedalians is a fraternity of commissioned pilots from all military services. It is named after the legendary figure, Daedalus, and was organized by WW I military pilots who sought to perpetuate the spirit of patriotism, love of country, and the high ideals of self-sacrifice which place service to the nation above personal safety and position. This award is offered to encourage the development of these traits in cadets and to interest them in a military career. The medal is fashioned after an ancient Grecian plaque discovered by a Daedalian in the village of Lavadia, Greece and depicts Daedalus and his son Icarus fabricating their legendary wings of wax and feathers. The award also includes a ribbon. This annual award recognizes one outstanding third-year cadet at each unit that meets the following criteria:

Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of patriotism, love of country, and service to the nation.Indicate the potential and desire to pursue a military career.Rank in the top 10% of their AS class.Rank in the top 20% of their school class.

c. American Legion Scholastic Award: This award consists of a bronze medal accompanied by a ribbon with a distinctive miniature attachment depicting a scholastic scroll. This award is presented annually to one second- or third-year cadet (in a 3-year program) or a third- or fourth-year cadet (in a 4-year program) based on the cadet’s overall scholastic achievements. Each cadet must:

Rank in the top 10% of the high school class.Rank in the top 25% of their AS class.Demonstrate leadership qualities.Actively participate in student activities.

d. American Legion General Military Excellence Award: This award consists of a bronze medal accompanied by a ribbon with a distinctive miniature attachment depicting a torch. This award is presented annually to one second- or third-year cadet (in a 3-year program) or a third- or fourth-year cadet (in a 4-year program) based on the cadet’s general military excellence. Each cadet must:

Rank in the top 25% of their AFJROTC class.Demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.

e. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award: This award consists of a bronze medal and ribbon and is presented annually to one third-year (in a 3-year program) or fourth-year cadet (in a 4-year program) that meets the following criteria:

Rank in the top 25% of their AS class.

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Rank in the top 25% of their high school class.Demonstrate qualities of dependability and good character.Demonstrate adherence to military discipline.Possess leadership ability and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of JROTC training.

f. American Veterans (AMVETS) Award: This award consists of a medal pendant and

ribbon and is presented annually to one qualified cadet that possess individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:

A positive attitude toward Air Force JROTC programs and service in the Air Force.Personal appearance (wearing of the uniform, posture, and grooming, but not physical characteristics per se).Personal attributes (initiative, dependability, judgment, and self-confidence).Officer potential (capacity for responsibility, adaptability, and maintenance of high personal standards).Obtained a grade of “A” (or the numerical equivalent) in their AS class.Be in good scholastic standing in all classes at the time of selection and at the time of presentation.

g. Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Award: A bronze medal, a ribbon and a certificate are presented annually for military and academic achievement to an outstanding AS-4 cadet. Each cadet must possess individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:

1. A positive attitude toward the aerospace science curriculum.

2. Personal appearance (wear of the uniform, posture, and grooming).

3. Personal attributes (initiative, judgment, and self-confidence).

4. Courtesy (promptness, obedience, and respect).

5. Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change, maintenance of the highest personal and ethical standards, and strong positive convictions).

6. The cadet must rank in the top 10 percent of the AS-4 class. h. The Military Order of World Wars (MOWW) Award: Either a bronze medal or a

certificate and ribbon are presented annually to an outstanding AS-1 (freshman) cadet. MOWW also presents this award to a sophomore and junior cadet. The cadet must:

1. Excel in all military and scholastic aspects at the time of selection and presentation of the award.

2. Indicate by military and scholastic grades, extra-curricular activities, and individual endeavors a desire to serve our nation, and have committed to continue to the aerospace science program for the school year.

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i. The Military Officers' Association of America (MOAA) Award: A medal and a ribbon are presented annually to an outstanding AS-3 cadet who shows exceptional potential for military leadership. Each cadet must:

1. Be an AS-3 cadet.

2. Be a member of the junior class.

3. Be in good academic standing.

4. Be of high moral character.

5. Show a high order of loyalty to the unit, school, and country.

6. Show exceptional potential for military leadership.

j. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award: A medal and a ribbon are presented annually to an outstanding AS-3 or AS-4 who is actively engaged in the AFJROTC program and who possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership. Each cadet must:

1. Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC.

2. Have outstanding military bearing and conduct.

3. Possesses strong positive personal attributes (such as being a member of the color guard or drill team) and actively promote Americanism.

4. Demonstrate leadership potential.

5. Attain a grade of "B" or better in AFJROTC with an overall average grade of "C" or better in all subjects for the previous semester.

6. Be active in student activities.

7. Not be a previous recipient of this award.

k. National Sojourners Award: A medal and a ribbon are presented annually to an outstanding AS-2 or AS-3 who contributed the most to encourage and demonstrate Americanism within the corps of cadets and on campus. Each cadet must:

1. Be in the top 25 percent of their academic class.

2. Encourage and demonstrate the ideals of Americanism.

3. Demonstrate potential for outstanding leadership.

4. Not have previously received this award.

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l. Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Award: A medal and a ribbon are presented annually to an AS-4 cadet. The recipient must exhibit a high degree of leadership, military bearing, and all-around excellence in aerospace science studies and not have previously received the award.

m. Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award: This award consists of a medal, ribbon, and certificate annually recognizes an outstanding second-year cadet in a 3-year program or third-year cadet in a 4-year program. Each cadet must:

1. Contribute the most to encourage Americanism by participation in extracurricular activities or community projects.

2. Demonstrates academic excellence by being in the top 25% of their class.

3. Demonstrate the qualities of dependability, good character, self-discipline, good citizenship and patriotism.

4. Not be a previous recipient of this award.

n. Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) Award: A medal and ribbon are presented annually to an AS-3 or AS-4 cadet who is enrolled in the AFJROTC program and demonstrates leadership ability. Each cadet must:

1. Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and country.

2. Hold a leadership position in the cadet corps.

3. Be active in school and community affairs.

4. Attain a grade of "B" or better in all subjects for the previous semester.

5. Not be a previous recipient of this award.

o. Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) Achievement Award: A medal and a ribbon are presented annually to an outstanding AS-3 or AS-4 cadet. Each cadet must:

1. Be in the top 25 percent of the AFJROTC class.

2. Demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.

3. Not have previously received this award.

p. Sons Of Union Veterans Of The Civil War Award (SUVCW)

q. Non-commissioned Officers (NCOA) Award: A medal and a ribbon are presented annually to an most outstanding enlisted cadet who has consistently exhibited the best military bearing, personal appearance, deportment and leadership ability.

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r. Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated (TAI) Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet Award. This TAI sponsored award consists of a ribbon and a certificate and is presented annually to two cadets. Cadets may be first-year, second-year, or third-year cadets and must 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

4. Participate in at least 50% of all unit service programs

s. Aerospace Education Foundation Award: The AEF in conjunction with the AFA, conducts a contest each year for Air Force Junior ROTC units. Junior units from around the world may submit entries in contest categories determined by the AEF. A new subject is selected each year by the AEF to supplement and reinforce the AFJROTC program. Certificates of merit are provided to the 20 units receiving honorable mention. A cash award of $500 and a plaque are presented to the four individual category winners. A special award of $1000 and a distinctive plaque are presented to the overall winner of the contest.

t. Freedom's Foundation Valley Forge Patriots Award: Each year, the Freedoms

Foundation at Valley Forge conducts a interservice and nationwide essay contest for cadets in ROTC programs. The overall winner receives a $100 United States Savings Bond and an encased George Washington Honor Medal. Runners-up receive the medal and a $50 United States Savings Bond. There are no limits to the possible number of second place award recipients. Eligibility:

1. Currently enrolled in AFJROTC.

2. Comply with announced topics and guidelines presented in the AFJROTC Newsletter.

3. A unit may submit no more than five entries.

u. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) US Space and Missile Center Aviation Challenge Scholarship Program: The AEF and the US Space and Missile Center award four scholarships annually to AFJROTC cadets. A scholarship is awarded to one primary cadet (with one alternate cadet as a backup, if the primary is unable to attend from each region as selected by the region, commander. The scholarship subsidizes transportation, room, board and tuition costs to the Aviation Challenge program in Huntsville, AL. In addition, if all primary award winners accept scholarships and the alternates are stiff interested in attending, room, board and tuition may be subsidized in full or in part if funds are available.

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7-5 AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC-SPONSORED AWARDS

a. Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Award: A certificate and a Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Badge are presented to one outstanding AS-3 cadet at each unit annually. The cadet must hold the following awards prior to selection:

1. Leadership Ribbon2. Achievement Ribbon.3. Superior Performance Ribbon.4. Academic Ribbon.5. Cocurricular Activities Leadership Silver Star.6. Service Ribbon.

b. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon: Awarded annually to the outstanding AS-1, AS-2, AS-3 and AS-4 cadet. The recipient from each class must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic and military excellence.

c. Leadership Ribbon: Awarded for outstanding performance in a position of leadership as an AFJROTC cadet in corps training activities. This award is limited to 5% of the eligible group to ensure recognition of cadets who have displayed outstanding leadership ability above and beyond the normal expected performance.

d. Achievement Ribbon: Awarded for significant achievement as deemed appropriate by the SASI. This award is limited to 5% of the cadet corps. Individuals may not receive more than one ribbon during a one-year period.

e. Superior Performance Ribbon: Awarded annually for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of AFJROTC. The award is presented for a single or sustained performance of a more superior nature. This award is limited to 10% of the cadet corps to ensure recognition of achievements and services that are clearly outstanding and unmistakably exceptional when compared to similar achievements and accomplishments of other AFJROTC cadets.

f. Outstanding (Distinguished) Unit Award: Awarded to cadets who were part of the AFJROTC unit during the period the unit selected by HQ AFJROTC as a “distinguished” unit. Authorized cadets may continue to wear the award as long as they remain in AFJROTC.

g. Academic Ribbon: Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall 80% average and a 90% in AFJROTC for one semester.

h. Outstanding Flight Ribbon: Awarded each semester to members of the outstanding flight.

i. Summer Leadership School Ribbon: Awarded for completion of an approved AFJROTC Summer Leadership Program of at least 5 days in duration.

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j. Drill Competition Ribbon: Awarded to drill team members for “placing” in an Air Force or Joint Service drill meet.

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k. Orienteering Competition Ribbon: Awarded to team members for “placing” in an orienteering meet.

l. Cocurricular Activities Leadership Silver Star: Awarded for leadership in AFJROTC cocurricular activities (Dining-In Chairperson, Military Ball Chairperson, etc.). Recipient must have demonstrated exceptional leadership attributes in achieving objectives through the coordinated efforts of others. The Silver Star is awarded only once and is centered on the activities ribbon.

m. Drill Team Ribbon is awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled Drill Team (DT) events.

n. Color Guard Ribbon is awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled Color Guard (CG) events.

o. Saber Team Ribbon is awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled Saber Team (ST) events.

p. Service Ribbon: Awarded for distinctive performance in school, community, or AFJROTC service projects. This ribbon will be presented to members whose active participation in service projects contributed significantly to the overall goals of the organization.

q. Longevity Ribbon: Awarded for successful completion of each AS year.

r. Physical Fitness Ribbon: Awarded for sustained participation in a locally developed physical fitness program based on locally developed criteria.

s. Recruiting Ribbon: Awarded for outstanding effort in the support of unit recruiting activities. Except as noted below, it is limited to 10% of the cadet corps each academic year. The SASI develops the recruiting ribbon exception criteria, for example; recruiting two students into the corps.

t. Activities Ribbon: Awarded for participation in formally scheduled cocurricular competitive activities such as drill meets, color guard competitions, parades, rocketry meets, academic meets, etc. The SASI develops the activities ribbon criteria.

u. Attendance Ribbon: Awarded to cadets with no more than 4 excused absences and no unexcused absences in a semester.

v. Good Conduct Ribbon: Awarded to cadets with no suspensions of any kind, no adverse reports from other staff or faculty in a semester.

w. Dress and Appearance Ribbon: Awarded for wearing the uniform on all designated uniform days and conforming to all AFJROTC dress and appearance standards. This ribbon is limited to 25% of the cadet corps.

x. Flight Solo Badge: Awarded to any cadet possessing a solo flight certificate signed by a FAA certified flight instructor for either powered or non-powered aircraft.

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y. Flight Certificate Badge: Awarded to any cadet who possesses a valid FAA pilot’s certificate for either powered or non-powered aircraft.

z. Ground School Badge: Awarded for completion of the honors ground school curriculum option or completion of an aviation ground school program prescribed by the FAA.

aa. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) Badge: Awarded for participation on an Awareness Presentation Team.

ab. Kitty Hawk Air Society (KHAS) Badge: Awarded to those cadets who are members of their local chapter of the Kitty Hawk Air Society and meet the locally developed criteria.

ac. Model Rocketry Badge: Awarded to a cadet who completes locally approved requirements and course of instruction in rocketry.

ad. American Modeling Association (AMA) Wings: Awarded to cadets who are members of the model airplane club and complete the locally developed program.

ae. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Academic Cadet Award: Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall 3.3 GPA. The cadet cannot have received any grade below a “C” on their transcript. The cadet must be recommended by the SASI. NOTE: Awarded to all upcoming Junior and Senior cadets who meet the academic criteria.

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CHAPTER 8 - CADET ACTIVITIES

8-1 PHILOSOPHY

a. Cadet activities give an added dimension to the corps to make it more fun, entertaining and educational.

b. It is your corps and your involvement helps to make it stronger.

8-2 CADET STAFF AND CORPS MEETINGS

a. Cadet staff and corps meetings are held once a week during the school year or on an as needed basis. Meeting times are set by senior cadet staff, ASI or the SASI.

b. The meeting agenda will be posted at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting.

c. The location of the cadet staff and corps meetings will normally be in the MD-20023 classroom.

d. The SASI or the ASI must attend all cadet corps meetings. They will attend in the capacity of advisors to support cadet staff and to ensure meetings are consistent with AFJROTC goals.

e. PROCEDURES FOR CORPS MEETINGS. Listed below is a suggested meeting agenda:

1. Group commander chairs and opens the meeting and calls for the DP to read the minutes from the last meeting.

2. The Group/CC then asks for staff agency reports.

3. DP begins taking notes on the meeting (to include attendance).

4. OLD BUSINESS: Status of all previous business not "closed" at the last meeting. Personnel tasked with projects (project/action officers) are expected to provide up to date information at this time.

5. NEW BUSINESS: Matters of concern to the corps not previously discussed.

(a) The Group/CC decides if the topic has merit. If it does, can it be resolved during the meeting or does it require an action or project officer.

(b) If the item of New Business requires an action or project officer, the group/cc assigns one. The cadet taking minutes will ensure the item of New Business is recorded as follows:

Action Item Name

Project/Action Officer assigned

Action(s) required

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Suspense date

Status (may not be any initially)

NOTE: Carry the above forward each meeting as the means for tracking the action item.

6. The group commander polls cadet staff for comments. After cadets have finished theirdiscussion, the SASI/ASI make comments.

7. ADJOURNMENT:

(a) The group commander announces the time and place for the next meeting after theSASI/ASI comments.

(b) The group commander asks for further comments (there should be none) and then dismisses the meeting.

8. The minutes of the meeting will be posted in the AFJROTC classroom as soon as possible after the meeting. In addition, the DP will give a copy of the minutes to the ASI.

f. STAFF MEETINGS: Conducted along the lines of the corps meeting. These meetings are set as necessary by the applicable OIC/NCOIC.

NOTE 1: Unexcused absences from cadet corps or staff meetings are cause for removal from position and possible additional disciplinary action.

NOTE 2: DO NOT COMPETE WITH BASIC ACADEMIC COMMITMENTS when setting corps and staff meetings.

8-3 CADET REVIEW BOARDS Are formed for recognition or for discipline. Every board participant must conduct himself or herself with the highest degree of integrity, regardless of the role they have.

a. Recognition boards include: Promotions (paragraph 6-7), awards, Summer Leadership School and recognition.

b. Disciplinary boards occur when one or more cadets have had sufficient difficulty in the corps to warrant a serious corps review of their conduct (see Chapter 4).

c. Formation of boards:

1. The group commander proposes a list of board members for approval to the SASI/ASI.

2. The board will always consist of five or seven members. The odd number will always ensure there are no tie votes (the board president votes to break potential ties).

3. The senior cadet officer on the board will always serve as its president.

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4. The junior cadet on the board will always serve as its recorder.

5. Boards involving enlisted cadet members will always have at least one, but no more than three enlisted members.

6. Boards involving the discipline of a cadet officer will consist of cadet officers.

d. The group commander directs the DP to publish a Letter of Selection notifying board members once the SASI/ASI has approved the composition of the board. The letter only contains the time, place, type of board and who the members are and any uniform requirements. If it is a Review board, the group commander also directs the DP to publish a Letter of Notification be sent to the cadet(s) facing disciplinary action. The letter must cite the board time, place and a summary of why they are meeting a Review board and the uniform requirements.

8-4 BOARD PROCEDURES

a. The board meets at the specified time and place (the SASI/ASI attend as observers).

b. The group commander instructs the board on its purpose according to the type of board (board members and SASI/ASI are the only ones present).

c. The board performs its duties as instructed by the group commander and concludes its work with a recommendation.

d. The recommendation is reviewed by the group commander for accuracy and appropriateness. Once satisfied, the group commander passes the board recommendation on to the SASI/ASI for approval.

e. Once the board recommendations have met with approval, the board results are official and the DP takes appropriate administrative action (publish special orders, etc.). The administrative action(s) are placed in the appropriate personnel files.

NOTE 1: Cadets reporting to boards will comply with the procedures contained in MD-20023rd Cadet Handbook.

NOTE 2: All cadets participating in Review Board will wear the designated uniform if one is specified.

NOTE 3: The uniform wear requirements for boards other than review boards will be determined by the group commander.

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8-5 HONOR GUARD, COLOR GUARD, DRILL TEAM, SABER TEAM, AND ORIENTEERING TEAM

a. The honor guard, color guard, drill team, saber team and orienteering team are an extension of the AFJROTC basic curriculum for those cadets who want more from the program than the aerospace courses offer in terms of drill, ceremony and public performance. It is the varsity aspect of MD-20023.

b. The color guard, drill team and saber team are the most visible part of the corps. Consequently, added emphasis is placed on appearance, attitude, attendance and drill performance.

c. Practice will be conducted after school. Practices will be scheduled and supervised by the ASI or SASI.

d. The more, the merrier!

8-6 CORPS NEWSLETTER: Written and published by the public affairs staff. The newsletter presents information on corps activities to the corps, cadet parents, Washington High School faculty, staff and students. Other cadets may volunteer to assist them with artwork, articles, pictures, etc.

8-7 SERVICE PROJECTS: Supporting our school and community. These can include park cleanups, graffiti eradication, Tucson Children’s Museum, etc. The corps is always open to new projects.

8-8 FUNDRAISING: MD-20023 besides being a class is also a “club”, therefore we need money to support activities and projects that the Air Force and Washington High School do not fund. Two major fundraising activities will be scheduled during the school year. Types of activities for which funds will be used are:

Military Ball, Dining Out, Awards Banquet/Brunch, etc. Field Day, Drill Meets, Picnics, etc. Some of the Honor Guard, Drill Team, Saber Team and Orienteering Team equipment.

8-9 KITTY HAWK AIR SOCIETY (KHAS): KHAS is the academic honor society of AFJROTC. Its purpose is to promote high academic standards, school and community service, self-confidence, and initiative. KHAS also develops leadership abilities, recognizes academic excellence, and furthers members’ knowledge of the Air Force role in aerospace. KHAS has the flexibility to include objectives of local unit chapters under a single umbrella with the advantages of national stature.

a. Eligibility: A cadet must have at least a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and be nominated by a member of KHAS, ASI or SASI. KHAS members review nominations and make membership recommendations to the SASI for final approval.

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b. Activities:

1. Encourage academic excellence in the corps.

2. Pursue leadership roles in the community service projects either by volunteering to be the project officer or by enthusiastically supporting the project(s).

3. Undertakes various projects as a means of furthering the corps understanding of the Air Force’s role in aerospace science education.

c. Active members are awarded the KHAS Badge.

8-10 AWARENESS PRESENTATION TEAM (APT)

a. The APT is composed of three to five cadets. This select group makes presentations at local middle and elementary schools.

b. The presentations are three to seven minutes in length on topics about drug abuse, dropping out of school, avoiding fights, etc. The presentations are made without questions and answer sessions (those are reserved for the recruiting trips).

c. APT members are selected by the SASI/ASI based on their academic standing, verbal skills, appearance, and attitude. The APT members serve as role models for the students of the schools they visit.

d. APT presentations will be performed for and approved by the ASI or SASI prior to scheduling at another school.

e. APT visits to schools are coordinated with the SASI or ASI and the applicable principal.

f. Awareness Presentation Team Badge is awarded to APT members who have made one or more presentations.

8-11 MODEL ROCKETRY PROGRAM: The designing building and flying of model rockets that are made of paper, plastic, balsa wood or other suitable lightweight material. (Model rockets constructed in this manner are approved for use by AFJROTC members.) The model rocketry club will be organized I.A.W. AFJROTCI 36-2001, para 2.4.2 and 2.4.2.1. The club commander and its officers will brief the SASI and ASI prior to any rocket launch.

a. The program is offered throughout the school year.

b. Cadets must have parental/guardian permission in order to participate.

c. Cadets must complete all requirements developed locally to be awarded The Model Rocketry Badge.

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8-12 AFJROTC FLYING MODEL PROGRAM: Aerospace modeling describes the modeling of vehicles used in the atmosphere, near space, and outer space. In this program MD-20023 cadets can design, build and fly model aerospace vehicles.

8-13 AFJROTC STATIC MODEL PROGRAM: Static models are nonflying models that can be built from commercial kits. They are usually made from styrene plastic, although some wooden and paper kits are available.

8-14 MILITARY BALL: A formal military dinner and dance for cadets and their guests. It is held once a year.

8-15 DINING-OUT (Optional): A formal and entertaining military dinner.

a. The dinner is held once a year and consists of ceremony, scripts, head tables, and speeches.

b. Dining-Outs are an opportunity for cadets, their families and friends to enjoy an evening filled with fine food, entertainment and camaraderie while experiencing one of the unique aspects of military culture.

8-16 FIELD DAY: A military-styled activity day held once a year for cadets, usually in conjunction with other JROTC units.

a. Cadets must be eligible for a field trip if Field Day is held during school hours.

b. Safety, sportsmanship, and camaraderie are emphasized.

c. Activities include sports, games and other events designed to give every participating cadet an opportunity to have fun.

d. Field Day normally lasts half of the day and usually includes a picnic.

8-17 RECRUITING: The primary way that MD-20023 continues its existence! Recruiting is mainly conducted through recruiting visits to middle schools, Washington High School’s Open House, and cadets recruiting other students one-on-one.

a. Recruiting visits are conducted by a recruiting team made up of three to six cadets and the ASI or SASI. Cadets must be nominated by senior cadet staff and approved by the SASI/ASI in order to be on the recruiting team. Cadets participating in recruiting visits to schools will be awarded a Recruiting Ribbon at the end of the school year.

b. Open House involves cadets, ASI and SASI working to increase AFJROTC awareness by staffing a table in the main Washington High School academic building and manning the MD-20023 facility. Literature on AFJROTC is passed out to interested parents and students and questions are answered about AFJROTC. Tours of the MD-20023 facility are offered. Participating cadets earn service points towards their Service ribbon.

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c. One-on-one recruiting is the most powerful way to keep MD-20023’s enrollment healthy. Every cadet should consider himself or herself to be a recruiter. Asking a friend to join should be easy if you believe in the AFJROTC program. Each cadet who gets a student to enroll in MD-20023 earns a Recruiting ribbon with confirmed registration.

8-18 PARADE: The Veterans Day Parade is a very visible public relations activity. It gives the MD-20023rd cadets exposure to more people in a single day than they will receive all year from any other activity.

a. The parade is an opportunity for MD-20023 to display its marching and drill skills, appearance, discipline, Washington High School spirit and corps pride.

b. Every cadet is expected to participate in the parade.

8-19 INCENTIVE FLIGHTS: Incentive flights are a reward for those cadets excelling in the program. They are normally scheduled through the chief pilot. (Reference paragraph 5-23).

8-20 FIELD TRIPS

Field trips are taken to enhance the cadets’ morale and awareness of the “Real World” job opportunities. Trips are taken to military bases, civil airports, and educational sites.

Trip requirements:

Parental Permission Slip, MD-20023rd Form 4. MD-20023rd Form 10, “Petitions for Absence” signed by each teacher whose class will

be missed. These will be issued a week before the trip and must be turned in NLT COB two days before the trip.

Cadets must maintain a minimum of 70% or C in AFJROTC plus a satisfactory citizenship grade and be passing all other courses for the current quarter. You cannot be failing any courses.

Meet AFJROTC personal grooming standards. Meet Washington High School’s minimum eligibility requirements as outlined in their

student planner.

8-21 FLAG DISPOSAL: Flag Disposal (according to VFW Resolution 206, 8/00)

Ceremony may be conducted privately or publicly. VFW suggests the following procedures be used in private or public to dispose of a torn, soiled or badly faded U.S. flag: fold flag in customary manner place flag on substantial fire require individuals to stand at attention, salute flag recite Pledge of Allegiance and have moment of silent reflection extinguish fire and bury ashes after flag is consumed conform to local/state fire codes or ordinances

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CHAPTER 9 – DEMILITARIZED RIFLES AND SABERS

9-1 CADET BEHAVIOR CRITERIA FOR RIFLES AND SABERS: The ASI must approve all cadets recommended by the drill team commander to handle rifles or sabers. Cadets approved to handle rifles or sabers must meet stringent standards of conduct.

a. Cadet Behavior Requirements for Demilitarized Rifles:

1. All aggressive or threatening behavior with a rifle is strictly prohibited (pointing at someone, acting like you are sighting at people/targets/etc).

2. Horseplay or irresponsible behavior with a rifle is strictly prohibited.

3. Cadets WILL NOT leave the supervision of AFJROTC staff when in possession of an AFJROTC rifle.

4. Only authorized cadets may handle sabers and only when permitted and supervised by the AFJROTC staff.

5. Cadets selected to be on the Rifle Drill Team component understand that any violation of the behavior requirements (as covered in POLICY LETTER GOVERNING DRILL TEAM) is cause for immediate dismissal from the drill team. Other disciplinary actions may be taken depending on the severity of the infraction.

6. A rifle handled properly in a ceremony lends dignity and solemnity to an event. A rifle handled improperly detracts from the goals of the AFJROTC program.

b. Cadet Behavior Requirements for Sabers:

1. All aggressive or threatening behavior with a saber is strictly prohibited.

2. Horseplay or irresponsible behavior with a saber is strictly prohibited.

3. Only authorized cadets may handle sabers and only when permitted and supervised by the AFJROTC staff.

4. The sabers are to be maintained with the factory dull, rounded edges. SHARPENING THE BLADE IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED.

5. Cadets with sabers will be under constant supervision of the AFJROTC staff.

6. Only AFJROTC staff will have access to stored sabers.

7. Sabers will be used for ceremonial purposes only.

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8. Cadets selected to handle sabers understand that any violation of safety or behavioral standards is cause for immediate dismissal from the Saber Team (as covered in SABER TEAM POLICY LETTER). Other disciplinary actions may be taken depending on the severity of the infraction.

9. A saber handled properly in ceremony lends dignity and solemnity to an event. A saber handled improperly is unsafe and detracts from the goals of the AFJROTC program.

9-2 CONTROL AND STORAGE OF DEMILITARIZED RIFLES AND SABERS

a. PHILOSOPHY: How well the corps manages its demilitarized rifles and sabers has a direct impact on the credibility of the AFJROTC program at Washington High School. The emotional aspect and cost associated with these devices can cause any incident to receive a great deal of attention.

b. DEMILITARIZED RIFLES

1. Storage in under the direct supervision of the SASI/ASI. They are stored in an Air Force approved storage cabinet, in a secure storage room within the storage room that only the SASI or ASI can open. Each container and storage room will have a separate and unique lock requiring three distinct keys to access these items.

2. Control of demilitarized rifles once removed from the storage cabinet will be the direct responsibility of the ASI or SASI. The ASI/SASI is assisted by the cadet using the rifle and the cadet’s drill team component commander. All parties must maintain constant visual surveillance of the demilitarized rifles at all times until they are returned to the storage cabinet. This requirement also applies to transportation of the rifles.

3. Inventory is conducted at the beginning of each normal school day by a member of the drill team and the ASI or SASI. The ASI or SASI will immediately notify the Washington High School principal, district security and headquarters AFJROTC when any shortages are detected.

b. SABERS

1. Storage is under the direct supervision of the ASI or SASI. They are stored in a locking container, in the secure storage area within the unit supply room that only the ASI or SASI can open.

2. Control of sabers once removed from the storage container will be the direct responsibility of the ASI or SASI. The ASI/SASI is assisted by the cadet using the saber and the cadet’s drill team component commander. All parties must maintain visual control of the sabers at all times until they are returned to the storage container. This requirement also applies to transportation of the sabers.

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3. Inventory is conducted at the end of each normal school day by a member of the drill team and the ASI or SASI to ensure accountability. The ASI or SASI will immediately notify the Washington High School principal and district security when any shortages are detected.

NOTE: ALL MEMBERS OF THE CORPS HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO THE ASI OR SASI ANY INCIDENT INVOLVING THE LOSS OF CONTROL OF DEMILITARIZED RIFLES OR SABERS OR ANY IRRESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOR WITH THEM.

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CHAPTER 10 – PHYSICAL FITNESS (PT) DIRECTOR’S CHALLENGE FITNESS EVENTS

10-1. Physical Fitness is now an integral part (i.e. 10%) of the AFJROTC curriculum. This means each cadet must complete and/or make-up all PT assignments. Failure to do so will result in a one letter grade reduction.

10-2. Curl-ups: Conduct this event on a flat, clean surface, preferably a mat. Start cadets in a lying position on their backs with their knees up so their feet are flat on the floor and about 12 inches from their buttocks. Cadets should have their arms crossed with their hands placed on opposite shoulders and their elbows held close to the chest throughout the exercise. The feet are to be held by a partner at the instep. At the command “ready, go,” cadets raise the trunks of their bodies, curling up to touch the elbows to the thighs. They must then lower their backs so that their shoulder blades touch the floor/mat. This constitutes one repetition of a curl-up. During each repetition, bouncing off the floor/mat is not allowed and the fingers must touch the shoulders at all times. Cadets must try to complete as many curl-ups as possible in 60 seconds.

10-3. Shuttle Run: Conduct this event on an area that has two parallel lines 30 feet apart. The width of a regulation volleyball court can serve as a suitable area. Start cadets at the standing position. At the command “ready, go,” have the cadets run to the opposite line, pick up one block, run back to the starting line, and place the block behind the line. Cadets then run back and pick up the second block, which they carry across the line. Two runs are allowed for this event with the better of the runs recorded. Scoring should be to the nearest tenth of a second.

10-4. One-mile Run/Walk: Conduct this event on a flat area that has a known measured distance of one mile with a designated start and finish line. Give cadets a lightweight numbered device to carry or wear in any manner that will not slow them down while running. (Note: Use of the numbered device makes it possible to have many cadets run at one time by having them pair off before the start of the event, then having one cadet from each pair run while the other cadets keep track of the number of laps their partners complete as well as listening for their times as they cross the finish line.) Start cadets at the standing position. At the command “ready, go,” start the cadets running the one-mile distance. Although walking is permitted, encourage cadets to cover the distance in the shortest time possible. Scoring should be to the nearest second.

10-5. Pull-ups: Conduct this event using a horizontal bar approximately one and one-half inches in diameter. A doorway bar or piece of pipe can serve the purpose. The bar should be high enough so that cadets can hang with their arms fully extended and their feet free of the floor/ground. Have cadets assume the hanging position on the bar using either and overhand (palms facing away from body) or underhand grip (palms facing toward body). Cadets begin the exercise by first raising their body until the chin is over the bar without touching it. To complete one repetition, the body must be lowered to the full-hang starting position. During each repetition, the body must not swing, legs must not kick or bend, and the pull must not be jerky. Cadets are scored on the number of pull-ups they can correctly execute. There is no time limit on this event.

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10-6.5. V-sit Reach: Conduct this event on a flat, clean floor. Use a yardstick and adhesive tape to make a baseline that is two feet long. Make a measuring line perpendicular to the midpoint of the baseline extending two feet out from either side of the baseline. Place one-inch and half-inch marks along the measuring line with “0” where the baseline and measuring line intersect. Have cadets remove their shoes and sit on the floor with the soles of their feet placed immediately behind the baseline. The measuring line should be between their heels, which should be 8 to 12 inches apart. Cadets must clasp their thumbs so that their hands are together, palms down, and place them on the floor between their legs. While their legs are held flat on the floor (feet flexed) and slowly reach forward along the measuring line as far as possible, keeping the fingers in contact with the floor. Cadets receive three practice tries for the v-sit reach. On the fourth extension, cadets must hold their farthest reach for three seconds. Scores are recorded where fingertips touch the floor to the nearest half-inch. Scores beyond the baseline are recorded as plus scores, whereas those behind the baseline are recorded as minus scores.

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When using officer standard-size metal rank, center on epaulet 5/8 inch from shoulder seam

When using officer standard-size metal rank, center on epaulet 5/8 inch from shoulder seam

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AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered

First badge ½ inch above the top row of ribbons or edge of welt pocket if no ribbons worn. Center additional badges ½ inch above first one.

Flight Solo or Flight Certificate badge

Ground School badge

Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) wings worn 1 inch below welt pocket.

Center ribbons resting on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.

Model Rocketry badge worn 2 inches below AMA wings or 3 inches below welt pocket if no AMA wings are worn.1 inch below welt pocket.

Center Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge 3 inches below top of welt pocket.

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.

AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered

First badge ½ inch above the top row of ribbons or edge of welt pocket if no ribbons worn. Center additional badges ½ inch above first one.

Flight Solo or Flight Certificate badge

Ground School badge

Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) wings worn 1 inch below welt pocket.

Center ribbons resting on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.

Model Rocketry badge worn 2 inches below AMA wings or 3 inches below welt pocket if no AMA wings are worn.1 inch below welt pocket.

Center Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge 3 inches below top of welt pocket.

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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Flight Solo or Flight Certificate

Ground School badge

Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) wings.

Model Rocketry badge

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.

Flight Solo or Flight Certificate

Ground School badge

Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) wings.

Model Rocketry badge

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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