LE1-C5S1T5pg251-256 Promotions and Awards – Signs of Success

Purpose

This lesson introduces you to the MCJROTC program promotions and awards systems.

1. Identify MCJROTC rank structure.2. Describe MCJROTC promotion policies.3. Identify MCJROTC Awards.4. Describe MCJROTC award policies.

CPS Key Word Questions (1-2)

Promotion

Ribbons

_________ - the act of furthering the growth or development of something.

_______ - awards provided to recognize superior performance by units or individual cadets.

CPS Lesson Questions (1-2)

How important is it to you to achieve success and advance in MCJROTC?

A. Extremely – I am competitive and want to achieve great success in MCJROTC.

B. Very – I would like to advance in MCJROTC, but just participating and learning is my main goal.

C. Somewhat – Awards and advancement is not that important to me.

Every MCJROTC unit is organized as either a ________ or a ________.

A. unit / companyB. battalion / unitC. system / teamD. None of the above

company / battalion

List 2-3 awards you have received. Why did you receive them?

(Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

The MCJROTC is a well-defined organizational structure that has systems to recognize and reward individuals and units for achievements.

These two systems are: Promotions Awards

Every MCJORTC unit is organized as either a company or a battalion.

Within that company or battalion, there are many jobs and positions that have specific descriptions and requirements.

Insignia of Grade

for Cadet

Officers Cadet Colonel

Cadet Lieutenant

Colonel

Cadet Major

Cadet Captain

Cadet First Class

Cadet Second

Class

Cadet Sergeant Major

Cadet First Sergeant

Cadet Gunnery Sergeant

Cadet Staff Sergeant

Cadet Sergeant Cadet Corporal Cadet Lance Corporal

Cadet Private First Class

Rank is used within the MCJROTC to classify cadets. Cadets are either classified as either officers or

enlisted, just like in the United States Marines. The word cadet should precede the actual rank

used. Always address individuals by their ____ and never

by their _____.rank

grade

CPS Lesson Question (3)

What term does the MCJROTC program use to classify cadets?

A. GradeB. RankC. Letter combinationsD. Number combinations

Cadets in the MCJROTC are promoted based on

ability, skill, experience, and potential. The Senior Marine Instructor will determine

promotions and promotion policies. Cadet promotions are normally limited during the

first and second years. Remember, it is up to you on how far you

advance.

Awards publicly recognize meritorious service and outstanding achievements.

Ribbons are awards provided to recognize superior performance by units or individual cadets.

Rewards vary for academic achievement, extracurricular activities, an event requiring special effort, or an achievement that exceeds expectations.

SMIs may desire to institute local personal awards.

Before a cadet may wear any local ribbon or device on the MCJROTC uniform, the Commanding General, MCCDC must approve and authorize the award.

Marksmanship badges are also awarded annually following qualification firing.

CPS Lesson Question (4)

True or False: The Commanding General determines promotions and promotion policies.

A. TrueB. False

The Senior Marine Instructor determines promotions and promotion policies.

List the 2-3 awards you would like to work toward receiving. Why did you choose these awards?

(Use CPS “Pick a Student” for this question.)

Images in this lesson were taken from:

Microsoft© Clip Art Gallery Marine Corps Combat Camera

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