SC-871 CADET HANDBOOK

“To develop citizens of character, dedicated to serving their

nation and community.”

*Changes/updates posted on last page and incorporated in text **AFI 36-2903 18 July 2011, Incorporating Through Change 4, 28 May 2015, P. 17-27, grooming standards at end of handbook

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AFJROTC CADET CODE

AS AN AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC CADET, I WILL COMPLY WITH THE CADET CODE WHICH STATES:

“I WILL NOT LIE, CHEAT, OR STEAL AND WILL NOT TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO.” AIR FORCE CORE VALUES

Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do THE AIR FORCE SONG

By Robert Crawford (Verse I)

Off we go into the wild blue yonder, Climbing high into the sun Here they come zooming to meet our thunder At 'em boys, Give 'er the gun! Down we dive, spouting our flame from under Off with one helluva roar! We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey! Nothing can stop the U.S. Air Force!

(Verse II)

Minds of men fashioned a crate of thunder Sent it high into the blue Hands of men blasted the world a-sunder How they lived God only knew! Souls of men dreaming of skies to conquer Gave us wings, ever to soar! With scouts before And bombers galore. Nothing can stop the U.S. Air Force!

(Verse III) Here's a toast to the host Of those who love the vastness of the sky, To a friend we send a message of his brother men who fly. We drink to those who gave their all of old Then down we roar to score the rainbow's pot of gold. A toast to the host of men we boast, the U.S. Air Force!

(Verse IV) Off we go into the wild sky yonder, Keep the wings level and true If you'd live to be a grey-haired wonder Keep the nose out of the blue! Flying men, guarding the nation's border, we'll be there followed by more! In echelon we carry on Oh, nothing'll stop the Air Force! Nothing'll stop the U.S. Air Force!

Airman’s Creed

I am an American Airman. I am a Warrior. I have answered my Nation’s call. I am an American Airman. My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win. I am faithful to a proud heritage, A tradition of honor, And a legacy of valor.

I am an American Airman, Guardian of freedom and justice, My Nation’s sword and shield, It’s Sentry and avenger. I defend my Country with my life. I am an American Airman, Wingman, Leader, Warrior. I will never leave an Airman behind, I will never falter, And I will not fail.

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BY ORDER OF AFJROTC HEADQUARTERS CADET HANDBOOK _______________________________________________

This Cadet handbook provides statements of policy, standards of performance, and directions for day-to-day operation of the Lexington High School (SC-871) Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) Cadet Corps. Additionally, it provides a reference for many details that will permit you to achieve the highest standards of performance in AFJROTC. Further, it also contains cadet officer and noncommissioned officer authority statements.

Cadets are responsible for the information in this handbook. This information will appear on quizzes and examinations throughout the school year.

The handbook will remain in the classroom, unless the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) or Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) gives permission otherwise.

This Cadet Handbook was prepared to provide a standard of performance expected for the Cadets of the Lexington High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFJROTC) that permits the entire cadet corps to work toward a common goal that will earn PRIDE in achievement and make our unit the best unit in the AFJROTC program. This handbook serves as a reference for the myriad of tasks a cadet may encounter on a day-to-day basis.

This handbook was developed on an assumption that most cadets will voluntarily work to improve their unit if they are aware of the goals of the unit. The goals of the Lexington High School AFJROTC Corps appear as a mission in the General Provisions Statement.

Cadets are responsible for the information in this handbook. Cadet Boards, assessments and promotion examinations will include questions concerning data herein.

In order to have the BEST AFJROTC unit in the United States Air Force, you should read and fully understand the contents of this handbook, then place into practice the standards it contains.

SUMMARY OF REVISIONS

This handbook has been revised/re-written from the last printing in 2014, incorporating changes throughout the book. All previous editions of the LHS Cadet Handbook are obsolete.

OPR: ASI (MSgt Blue) Certified by: SASI (Lt. Colonel McDonald)

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CONTENTS Subject Paragraph Page Cadet Code/Core Values/Air Force Song/Airman’s Creed 1 Direction/Revisions 2 Table of Contents 3 Chapter 1—Program Overview Authority 1.1 6 Mission 1.2 6 Objectives 1.3 6 Air Force JROTC courses 1.4 6 Conditions for Enrollment, Training, Reserve Cadets, 1.5 8

Transfer, and Dis-enrollment of Cadets Credits towards Graduation 1.6 9 Certificates of Completion 1.7 9 Cadet Academic Grading 1.8 9 Extra Credit Academic Work 1.9 10 Chapter 2—Organizational Structure of the Corps Corps Organization 2.1 11 Staff Position Responsibilities 2.2 13 Permanent Cadet Grade 2.3 18 Temporary Cadet Grade 2.4 18 Selection for Staff and Flight Positions 2.5 18 Termination of Assignment to a Staff/Flight Position 2.6 18 Command and Staff 2.7 19 Cadet Non-Commissioned Officers 2.8 20 The Chain-of-Command 2.9 20 Orders 2.10 20 Military Discipline 2.11 21 Conduct and Military Courtesy 2.12 21 AFJROTC Cadet Role and Relationships 2.13 22 Chapter 3—The AFJROTC Uniform The Uniform 3.1 24 The Cadet and the Uniform 3.2 25 Wear of the Uniform 3.3 27 Ribbon Precedence 3.4 29 Chapter 4—Rules of Saluting Saluting 4.1 45 Chapter 5—Merit/Demerit System and Service Points Merits/Demerits and Service Points 5.1 47 Recording Merits/Demerits 5.2 47

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Subject Paragraph Page

Merits 5.3 49 Demerits 5.4 49 Award of Service Points 5.5 51

Chapter 6—Cadet Promotion System “Whole Person Concept” 6.1 51 Promotion Boards 6.2 52 Promotion Test 6.3 53 Weighted Factors for Promotion 6.4 53 Cadet Performance Report 6.5 54 Stripes for Exceptional Performers (STEP) 6.6 55 Chapter 7—Classroom Procedures Greeting 7.1 57 Starting Class 7.2 57 Classroom Rules 7.3 58 Tardy 7.4 59 Class Termination 7.5 59 Entry Procedures to Instructor’s Office and Supply Area 7.6 59 Telephone Use and Procedures 7.7 59 Chapter 8—Student Affairs Cadet Staff and Corps Meetings 8.1 59 Cadet Boards and Reporting Instructions 8.2 61 Cadet of the Month/Semester/Outstanding Cadet 8.3 61 Chapter 9—Control of Drill Weapons and Sabers Storage 9.1 62 Issue 9.2 62 Transporting 9.3 62 Control 9.4 63 Chapter 10—Color Guard/Drill/Saber Teams Color Guard 10.1 63 Drill Team 10.2 64 Saber Team 10.3 65 Tables 2.1. Manning 12 3.1. AFJROTC Awards and Ribbons 29 3.2. Uniform Wear Rubric 34 5.1. Merits 49 5.2. Demerits 50 6.1. Promotion Board 52

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Subject Page 6.2. Weighted Factors 53 6.3. Reporting Officials and Endorsers 54 10.1. Color Guard Awards 63 10.2. Drill Team Awards 64 10.3. Saber Team Awards 65 Figures 3.1. Air Force Junior ROTC Insignia 35 3.2. Air Force Junior ROTC Badges 36 3.3. Male Headgear 37 3.4. Female Headgear 38 3.5. Male Service Dress 39 3.6. Female Service Dress 40 3.7. Male Blue Shirt 41 3.8. Female Blue Shirt 42 3.9. Light Weight Blue Jacket 43 3.10. Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) 44 3.11. How to Tie and Tie 45 6.1. Promotion Board Evaluation Sheet 53 6.2. SC-871 Form 900 Cadet Performance Report 56 U.S. Armed Forces Rank Insignia 66 Air Force and AFJROTC Ranks 69 Code of Conduct 70 A-Staff Procedural Updates to Cadet Handbook 71 AFI 36-2903 18 July 2011, Incorporating Through Change 4, 28 May 2015, P. 17-27, grooming standards

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Chapter 1

PROGRAM OVERVIEW 1.1. Authority: The Air Force JROTC program is conducted under Title 10 U.S.C. and the ROTC Vitalization Act of 1964. The first AFJROTC programs, 20 units, were opened in 1966.

1.2. Mission: 1.2.1. At the national level: “(The) purpose of Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps [is] to instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the value of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment.” (10 USC Sec 2031)

1.2.2. At the AFJROTC level: To develop citizens of character, dedicated to serving their nation and community.

1.3. Objectives:

1.3.1. Develop respect for duly constituted authority.

1.3.2. Promote patriotism and an obligation toward national service.

1.3.3. Develop a sense of responsibility and such qualities as integrity, loyalty, morality and self- discipline.

1.3.4. Develop a sense of personal honor, self-reliance and leadership.

1.3.5. Encourage punctuality and the desirable habits of health, hygiene, physical fitness, orderliness and precision.

1.3.6. Develop a familiarity with the fundamental doctrine of the aerospace.

1.3.7. Develop basic military skills that will be of value to the individual cadet, the community and to the nation.

1.3.8. Develop a familiarity with the traditions of the U.S. Air Force.

1.4. AFJROTC Courses

1.4.1. The Aerospace Science Department at Lexington High School is organized under the office of the school Principal for supervision. The Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) is responsible overall

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for coordinating and supervising all department activities. The Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) is directly responsible to the SASI. 1.4.2. Air Force Junior ROTC was founded under Public Law 88-647, called "The ROTC Revitalization Act of 1964," which enabled all the US Armed Services to offer a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program at secondary schools that wanted it and met the selection criteria. Our Unit, SC-871, began in school year 1987- 1988. The designation "SC-871" means that Lexington High School was activated in 1987 and was the first school in South Carolina activated in 1987.

1.4.3. Areas of study for a cadet in each year of AFJROTC

“Aerospace Science: A Journey Into Aviation History”: This course is a study of aviation history focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It emphasizes civilian and military contributions to aviation, the development and modernization of the United States Air Force, and a brief history of astronomy and space exploration.” Additionally, an introduction to AFJROTC and the basics of drill and ceremonies are provided to first time cadets with more detailed drill formations and academics on leadership education principles provided to cadets who have previously taken JROTC classes.

"The Science of Flight": A general study of the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and principles of navigation. Additionally, an introduction to AFJROTC and the basics of drill and ceremonies are provided to first time cadets with more detailed drill formations and academics on leadership education principles provided to cadets who have previously taken JROTC classes. “Survival”: This course provides training in skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to successfully perform fundamental tasks needed for survival. Included in the leadership education phase are physical fitness, principals of management, understanding group behavior, and career opportunities. Additionally, an introduction to AFJROTC and the basics of drill and ceremonies are provided to first time cadets with more detailed drill formations and academics on leadership education principles provided to cadets who have previously taken JROTC classes.

“Global and Cultural Studies”: Global and Cultural Studies is a multidisciplinary course that introduces students to various regions of the world from a geographic, historical and cultural perspective. The course provides increased international awareness and insight into foreign affairs that permits a more educated understanding of other cultures and enhanced knowledge of America’s interests and role in the world. Geopolitical issues such as terrorism, economics, politics, military issues, religion, environmental concerns, human rights, disease, over population, literacy, the migration of peoples and other cultural issues will be examined.

“Management of the Cadet Corps”: Cadets are utilized at Staff and Class leader positions. They are evaluated on how well they exercise the leadership principles they have learned and how well the Cadet Corps is functioning.

“Physical Training”: Cadets are required to participate in the PT/Wellness program. Students will demonstrate competence in motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities. Students will be encouraged to participate regularly in physical activity. The Lexington High School (LHS) AFJROTC/PT program is designed to take cadets with little or no physical activity and to teach them with minimal effort, they can change their lives and better their health both physically and mentally. The LHS AFJROTC/PT program is design with teamwork and cadet support as a primary

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requirement. Each cadet will complete all exercises required with support and encouragement from their team members. The program consists of approaches to keep activities new, but continually changing to keep cadet motivation high. Participation and maximum effort are required for enrollment in AFJROTC.

1.5. Conditions for Enrollment, Training, Reserve Cadets, Transfer and Dis-enrollment of Cadets:

1.5.1. Before a student can be enrolled in AFJROTC he/she must be:

1.5.1.1. A citizen of the United States. (Provisions exist for SASI to enroll non-citizens)

1.5.1.2. Be enrolled in and attending a regular course of instruction at Lexington High School, Gilbert High School or River Bluff High School.

1.5.1.3. At least in the 9th grade.

1.5.1.4. Physically fit to undergo junior ROTC training under standards prescribed by the Department of the Air Force.

1.5.1.5. Selected by the SASI with the approval of the principal.

1.5.1.6. Be of good moral character.

1.5.1.7. Be physically fit to participate in AFJROTC training. A cadet is considered physically fit if he/she is qualified for the Lexington High School physical education program.

1.5.1.8. Wear the Air Force uniform as required by the SASI and meet the personal grooming standards established by the Air Force.

1.5.1.9. Pass ASI, ASII, or ASIII to continue in the program after the first year and have: At least a "C" average in ROTC. Those students achieving less than a "C" in ROTC may request continuation in the program. They must be recommended by the SASI and approved by the principal

1.5.1.10. Students who will complete an AFJROTC course during one semester of the block schedule school year, but are not participating in an AFJROTC course during the current semester, are reserve cadets. Reserve cadets may participate in all extracurricular activities of the AFJROTC program, including drill / saber teams, staff positions, field trips, dining-in, military ball, etc., as long as they fulfill the requirements in paragraphs A, B, C, D, and E listed above. Reserve cadets may retain their uniform for the entire academic year. Academic credit is only given to cadets currently taking a JROTC course.

1.5.1.11. Transfer of students from Army, Navy or other AFJROTC programs may be admitted with full credit for training already received.

1.5.1.12. Dis-enrollment: upon recommendation by the SASI and the approval of the principal, students will

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be dis-enrolled from the program for any of the following: Failure to maintain acceptable retention standards. Ineptitude, indifference to training, or disciplinary reason that involve character traits that are not desirable. Failure to meet uniform dress standards to include: Haircut and Facial hair, failure to wear the uniform properly, on prescribed uniform days, without an approved waiver by the SASI. (Failure to get a uniform out the cleaners is not a valid reason.)

1.6. Credits towards graduation:

1.6.1. Aerospace Science is an elective course of instruction and one (1) elective credit will be received toward graduation for each year successfully completed.

1.6.2. Methods of Grading: The Aerospace Science grade is broken into 3 parts. Aerospace activities account for 40% of your grade, Leadership activities account for 40% and the final 20% comes from your participation in Health and Wellness, known as Physical Training (PT). Aerospace activities include: classroom, activities, i.e.; homework, projects, and examinations. Leadership activities include: classroom related work, uniform inspections, drill, and personal behavior. PT scores are based on participation and achievement of fitness goals.

1.7. Certificates of Completion:

1.7.1 An AFJROTC Certificate of Completion is presented to each cadet who successfully completes three or more years of the program.

1.7.2. A Training Certificate is presented to each cadet who successfully completes two years of the program.

1.7.3. Both certificates will be of value when applying for college ROTC programs. The Certificate of Completion will ensure enlistment at a higher pay grade in any military branch of the Department of Defense.

1.8. Cadet Academic Grading

1.8.1. As in all formal education situations, a means of evaluating the progress of the student is required. Lexington High School uses a letter grading system. This system is applied in the AFJROTC program as follows:

100% - 90% A 89% - 80% B 79% - 70% C 69% - 60% D 59% and below F

1.8.2. You will be given hands-on experience in being "in-charge" in some aspect of your leadership training. All cadets are expected to assume command in situations where such is required. You are expected to step forward and act, don’t wait for somebody else to do it. Your performance in these hands on experiences may be reflected on your grade however, conversely your failure to act on behalf of your Corps may also affect your grade.

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1.8.3. Your good conduct and adherence to rules and regulations are scrutinized through the merit and demerit system and are reflected in your leadership grade and. Merits may raise your academic grade by percentage points; conversely, demerits can lower your academic grade by percentage points.

1.8.4. Tests and quizzes shall be given. They may be essays, true or false, multiple choice, short answer, fill in the blank or matching. Assignments will be given and take on various forms from the curriculum. Detailed information is contained in the syllabus.

1.8.5. NOTE Attendance at the following activities may be required for grading purposes, as determined by the SASI: Military Ball, Dining-Out/Dining-In, Awards Night, Color Guards, Formal Retreat, Parade, Change of Command and certain community service projects. The SASI determines the time and date for these functions

1.8.6. AFJROTC grades are an average of the accumulated scores earned for class assignments, daily class work, tests, uniform inspections, drill evaluations, physical training participation, and graded motor skill accomplishments.

1.8.7. The normal weekly schedule will be as follows: Monday, cadets will wear the Air Force Junior ROTC Uniform and will be inspected during the flight. Additionally, cadets will be engaged in Leadership Education classes and drill and ceremony activities. Tuesday, cadets will be engaged in Leadership Education classes. Wednesday and Thursday, cadets will be in the classroom learning aerospace academics. Friday, cadets will be engaged in Physical Training (PT) – Wellness Program. Deviations from the schedule listed above will be approved and briefed by the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor or Aerospace Science Instructor as required.

1.9. Extra Credit & Academic Work:

1.9.1. For those cadets who have a low grade and would like to raise it to a more acceptable level, the SASI may assign extra credit academic work. Usually, extra credit work may be in the form of an assignment or activity. Monitor your progress so that if you need extra credit, you will have time to complete it before the established deadline.

1.9.2. Summer Leadership School: SC-871 Unit will make every effort to participate in Summer Leadership School (SLS) on a military installation each year. Attendance will be voluntary and based on merit and a physical fitness test. Cadets attending Summer Leadership School will be selected by the SASI and ASI and the ability to command a flight (30 Command). Announcements of summer activities will be made before the end of the school year. SLS is a one week advanced summer camp that challenges cadets both mentally and physically, further preparing them for leadership position in the corps.

1.9.3. Flag Detail Procedures: Flag detail is a graded course requirement at SC-871. All cadets will be scheduled for, and required to perform flag details. No leadership positions or advance rank will be awarded to any cadet who has not performed commendably on flag details.

1.9.3.1. Cadets will leave the ROTC area for flag detail at 0830 in the morning and 1500 (3:00 PM) in the afternoon. These details will consist of a minimum of three cadets.

1.9.3.2. The Flag detail commander will appoint a Cadet to carry the US Flag and march the group to the flag staff area and come to a halt four paces from the flag staff.

1.9.3.3. Raising the Flag: The ranking cadet will attach the flags to the halyard while the cadet guards hold the flags. At the first note of the music, or at the command of the ranking cadet, the US Flag will be raised to

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a height of approximately ten feet above the other flags before the flags are raised. The ranking cadet will continue to hold the flags until they are clear of their grasp, come to attention, and "Present Arms". If the flag is to be raised to "half-staff", the flag will be hoisted to the staff head and then lowered to the "half-staff" position. As soon as the flags are hoisted to the staff head, the guards will hold the halyards with their left hand and execute "Present Arms". The ranking cadet will then command "Order Arms" and remain at attention. The guards will secure the halyards to the cleat on the staff. The detail will reform and march away from the flag pole, halt, and then dismiss.

1.9.3.4. Lowering the Flag: The guards will detach the halyards and man them from the leeward side of the flag staff for proper lowering of the flag. The ranking cadet will take a position where he/she can receive the flag when it is lowered. At attention, the ranking cadet will give the command "Lower The Colors" and come to “Attention” and “Present Arms”. When the flag comes within two arm’s length the ranking cadet will “Order Arms” and receive it. The guards will detach the flag from the halyard. The detail will fold the flag, and the guards will secure the halyards to the staff. The detail will reform and march back to the ROTC area, secure the flag, and return to the classroom. If there is more than one flag, the US Flag will be the last to be lowered. If the flag was flown at half-staff, the flag is hoisted to the staff head, and then lowered when the command "Lower the Colors" is given. The US Flag is symbolic of the United States of America and the principles for which it stands. All due care and respect will be insured when transporting it to and from the flagstaff.

CHAPTER 2

ORGANIZATION OF THE CADET CORPS

2.1. Corps Organization

2.1.1. SC-871 is a unit organized in similar fashion to all Air Force units. We are identified as a Corps based our unit size.

2.1.2. Other AFJROTC may or may not use the same model this unit uses.

2.1.3. This Corps shall be organized as recommended in AFJROTC Instruction 36-2001. The organizational chart for the Corps will be similar to that listed in AFJROTCI 36-2001. The functions, position titles, maximum grades for those positions, and total number of personnel authorized in each position are listed in the Unit Manning Document (UMD). (Note: The UMD is on file in the Instructor office.)

2.1.3.1. The following table identifies the job position and the authorized grade for each. Some positions are authorized a Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC)

2.1.3.2 In terms of rank, the AFJROTC Cadet Group may not exceed the following percentages: C/Col As determined by SASI C/Lt Col 1% C/Maj 3% C/Capt 10% C/1st Lt 10% C/2nd Lt 15% C/CMSgt 1% C/SMSgt * C/MSgt * C/TSgt * C/SSgt *

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C/SrA * C/A1C, C/Amn, & C/AB No Limit

• As require by mission objective’s

Table 2.1. Manning

This chart shows the organizational structure of the entire Corps:

Cadet Staff Positions and Ranks Position Rank GP CC C/Col DEP GP CC C/Lt Col A3/Ops CC C/Maj DEP A3/DEP Ops C/Capt – Lt A4/Log CC C/Maj DEP A4/DEP Log C/Capt – Lt A5/Plans CC C/Maj DEP A5/DEP Plans C/Capt – Lt A1/Pers CC C/Capt DEP A1/DEP Plans C/Lt A6/Comm CC C/Capt DEP A6/Comm C/Lt A7/Train CC C/Capt DEP A7/DEP Train C/Lt A3,4,5 EXEC C/SMSgt A7/PT Officer C/1st Lt

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A7/PT NCOIC C/SMSgt A3/Drill Team CC C/1st Lt A3/Drill NCOIC C/SMSgt A4/Finance Off C/1st Lt A3/Kitty Hawk CC C/1st Lt A4/Computer Off C/1st Lt A6/Info Ops Off C/2nd Lt A6/PA Off C/2nd Lt A6/Community Service C/MSgt A5/Historian C/MSgt A4/Student Store Manager C/MSgt All Non-Commissioned Officers in Charge C/MSgt Flight Commander C/2nd Lt Flight Sergeant C/TSgt (AS-1 will be C/SSgt) SA C/Maj. 2.2 Staff Position Responsibilities The GROUP COMMANDER is responsible for:

- Command and control of the group using members of the staff and subordinate commanders - Directly supervises the GP Exec, 1st Sgt and officers shown on the organizational chart - The appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct of all cadets in the group - Administering cadet corps activities according to Air Force core values, principles and procedures - Ensuring that all members of the cadet group have the opportunity to develop leadership qualities in proportion to their individual abilities - Chairing the A1 Cadet Evaluation Boards for promotions, demotions, merits, demerits, etc - Identifying and establishing goals to be attained by the staff subordinate commanders, and the corps - Conducting weekly staff meetings and weekly Ops meetings with SASI/ASI - Conducting Commander’s Calls as necessary - Ensuring that the promotion recommendations are processed - Recommending cadets for duty positions

The DEPUTY GROUP COMMANDER is responsible for:

- Commanding the group in absence of the Group Commander - Performing tasks as prescribed by the Group Commander - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander Publishing the uniform to be worn for the week, as directed by the SASI - Submitting recommendations for promotions, demotions, awards, or positions changes to the Group Commander

The GROUP 1st Sergeant is responsible for:

- Advising the GP CC on all matters pertaining to the airmen and NCOs within the Corps - Supervising the NCOICs and Corps enlisted ranks - Preparing the classroom for staff meetings

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- Attending staff meetings - Preparing for Commander’s Call - Forming all Group formations - Scheduling Corps social activities - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander

The A1/PERSONNEL COMMANDER is responsible for: - Creating and maintaining records on all cadets, current and previous - Maintain personnel files on each cadet, promptly posting any changes or additions, such as awards, position changes, promotions, etc. - Inputting all personnel record data into hard-copy folders and the WINGS system - Produce, publish, and collect all required cadet paperwork for personnel files - Perform record review of each cadet once a semester - Compile, track, and report merit/demerit and service/community service hours for each cadet - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander - Develop, draft, and submit a detailed promotion policy for the Corps - Manage the Corps promotion process to include announcements, collection of promotion consideration, chairing the board, getting GP/CC and SASI approval, and publishing promotions - Composing and updating the promotion tests every quarter - Overseeing the list of promotion requirements - Administrating the promotion tests up to four times a year - Build and maintain a detailed collection of official correspondence, regulations, directives, letters and other publications pertaining to personnel administration - Submitting recommendations for promotions/demotions, awards, or positions changes to the GP/CC - Maintaining a log of special order numbers - Authenticating, publishing, distributing, filing, and duplicating all administrative publications - Maintaining all manuals, regulation, instructions and correspondence - Publishing special orders, such as orders for promotion and new flight commanders and Sergeants - Training of the Personnel staff and training cadets in the WINGS system with ASI oversight

The A3/OPERATIONS COMMANDER is responsible for: - Reports to the GP/CC as direct supervisor - Scheduling/coord. Corps activities to include all extracurricular/co-curricular operational activities - In coordination with the A5, produces a current and updated electronic master calendar - Assist the SASI/ASI in scheduling cadets for corps events to include base visitation/off campus trip - Manages and leads the Operations staff - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander - Coordinates and manages the Drill/Color Guard within the Corps - Supervises the Drill Team Commander and the Drill NCOIC - Coordinate with A-Staff and Corps personnel, to secure personnel for up-coming events - Publish detailed team lists for all Corps events (Color Guard, Drill, CIA, etc.)

The A3/DRILL TEAM CC is responsible for: - Recommending cadets to command the competition teams - Recommending and requesting special uniform items for the teams - Supervising training of the members of the team - Keeping attendance and participation records of the members on the team - Organizing drill team performances for school and community events

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The A, B, C, and D FLIGHT COMMANDERS are responsible for:

- The appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct of all the cadets in their flight - Submitting recommendations for promotions/demotions, awards, and staff position changes to the A3 A1, and Deputy Group Commander - Coordinating the activities of flights - Coordinate with the A7 staff and ensure training and supervising Flight Sergeants

The A4/LOGISTICS COMMANDER is responsible for:

- Reports to the GP/CC as their direct supervisor

- Overseeing the Supply, Transportation, and Finance functions of this section

- Provide guidance to the cadet staff on proper resource management

- Supports the ASI in the following functions of procurement, control, inventory, issue, and turn-in of all Air Force and school resources by:

1. Keeping constant active inventory of all AF issued items and complete a detailed inventory once a month and brief results to SASI

2. Keeping Cadet Management Uniform Inventory Report up to date and brief to SASI 3. Keeping system in place for managing all Cadet Hand Receipts for Uniform issues and

returns 4. Maintain WINGS cadet and inventory management modules and the ADPE Inventory

Management lists to account for all AF property 5. Support the ASI in establishing a system to track all financial accounts to include: formal

AFJROTC funding, cadet activity fees, fund raising, booster club, cadet store, etc. 6. Assist the ASI with management of the Student Activity Account to include collecting all

monies related to squadron activities and provide receipts to cadets (done under SASI/ASI supervision)

7. Maintaining an inventory of the cadet store and providing the ASI with shopping lists for store items

8. Assisting the ASI in maintaining records of the issue and turn-in of accountable property 9. Assisting the ASI in maintaining an inventory of accountable property 10. Ensuring that each cadet has a serviceable uniform 11. Ensuring the cleanliness and organization of the Logistics Room 12. Inputting all logistical data into the JROTC WINGS program

The Transportation element (LST) will:

- be the focal point for corps requests for travel to upcoming activities requiring transportation and will track and complete required forms for transportation to be submitted

The Finance element (LSF) will:

- Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander The A4/STUDENT STORE MANAGER is responsible for:

- Maintaining and stock the student store

- Selecting student store representatives for each flight

- Keeping track of incoming and outgoing funds for the student store

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The A5/PLANS COMMANDER is responsible for:

- Reports to the GP/CC as direct supervisor

- Develops and manages, plans, continuity books, instructions, special events and airmanship programs in support of the corps

- Manage the corps Strategic Plan, drafts/develops overall goals & milestones for the GP/CC & SASI

- Schedules and plans large corps events including thanksgiving basket handouts, adopt a highway, CIA trips, etc. - Schedules, and coordinates all Corps activates to include all extracurricular activities, base visitations and off campus trips - In coordination with the A3, produces a current and updated electronic master calendar - Maintains master Corps library to include all Air Force Instructions, textbooks, Cadet Handbook and all continuity books - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander

The A5/HISTORIAN is responsible for:

- Maintaining and organizes a timeline for all group events throughout the year - Developing continuity books of Corps activities for future reference

The A6/COMMUNICATIONS COMMANDER is responsible for:

- Reports to the GP/CC as direct supervisor - Manage and supervise the duties of the Cadet Information and Public Affairs Officer (PAO) - Responsible for maintaining awareness of all LHS/GHS/RBHS school related activities: Lexington school district 1, school administration, each academic class, and school sports & special activities - Responsible maintaining awareness of major Lexington area activities - Supervise the Cadet Assistant Information /PAO who will assist in the execution of all of the duties listed below - Maintain the squadron organizational chart and duty description - Authenticate, publish, distribute, and file all administrative publications and correspondences to include special orders - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander - Prepare and maintain squadron staff/corps meetings minutes and committee meeting reports - Document and control all printed material and videos assigned to cadet library - Publishing weekly orders to inform cadets of uniform wear, meetings, events, and other additional news - Reproducing all forms, documents, or orders at the request of other officers, the ASI, or the SASI - Training of all Information Management staff - Creating after-action reports for all group functions - Assign a single cadet POC to work in conjunction w/ the Student Council to organize corps events

The A6/PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER (PAO) will:

- Primary JROTC point of contact for the LHS/GHS/RBHS Yearbook and Newspaper - Maintain liaison with the LHS/GHS/RBHS & Lexington District 1 Public Affairs Representative - Provide the local newspapers, school newspaper, year book, TV, and radio stations with information on the corps' activities

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- Devise & publish a cadet newspaper, bulletin, or other internal information media each month - Develop and dispatch Group invitations, thank you notes, and sympathy cards - Maintain the unit scrapbook reflecting the tradition, accomplishments, and activities of the corps - Overseeing the Information Management, and the Public Affairs functions of the section - Ensure timeline for activities are being met - Photographic coverage of absolutely every corps event

The A6/COMPUTER OPERATIONS OFFICER is responsible for: - Make sure all computer related hardware is properly configured and maintained - Maintaining and administrating the staff computer - Running and maintaining a Corps website - Keeping the computer area neat and clean - Monitoring and setting rules for cadet computer usage

The A7/TRAINING COMMANDER is responsible for: - Develop, manage, and execute training programs providing realistic and flexible training producing a highly skilled, motivated JROTC Corps of Cadets capable of carrying out all tasks and functions - Ensuring professional appearance, discipline, effectiveness, training, & conduct of the support staff - Ensuring all support activities and assigned duties are conducted in accordance with current directives, policies, and procedures - Establishing goals to be maintained by subordinate staff members - Inspecting subordinate staff functions and assignment task as scheduled and if necessary in the absence of a subordinate staff member, be prepared to discuss results at staff meetings - Other duties as assigned by SASI, or Group Commander

The A7/ ATHLETIC OFFICER is responsible for: - Planning, organizing, and coordinating all athletic events and field day participation - Planning, organizing, & coordinating athletic events in support of outside scheduled PT classroom events to include self-improvement, Summer Leadership Camp training & field day participation - Assisting the A7/GP CC/SASI with the unit physical training program - Scheduling and execute all Physical Fitness Test - Track and records all PT Test Results - Establishing a Binder and Continuity Book and track all Parental Consent letters from all cadets - Ensuring all Fitness Program monthly reports is posted in a highly visible location for cadet review - Establishing a training program for a Physical Training (PT) representative in each class to demonstrate and perform all mandatory exercises in correct and safe manner

The A7/RECRUITING TEAM OFFICER is responsible for: - Establishing and training a dynamic and professional recruiting team - Maintaining a close liaison with the SASI/ASI to ensure that all recruiting assignments are conducted in a timely and professional manner - Ensuring dissemination of the advantage and benefits of AFJROTC to feeder schools - Recommending/coordinating efforts to improve cadet retention - Maintaining an up-to-date recruiting presentation and recruiting materials/supplies - Coordinating recruiting trips to feeder school before spring registration - Developing, in coordination with A6 staff, a recruiting video - Establishing recruiting and retention goals at the beginning of each semester

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The KITTY HAWK COMMANDER is responsible for: - Organizing community events - Establishing tutor programs - Reviewing cadets GPA to determine new Kitty Hawk candidates - Organizing criteria for Kitty Hawk nominees - Organizing ceremonies for Kitty Hawk inductions (usually at Military Ball) - Review Kitty Hawk member’s GPA all year to determine if a cadet should remain in the society

The SPECIAL ASSISTANT is responsible for: - Assisting the SASI with corps issues - Other duties as assigned by the SASI

2.3. Permanent Cadet Grade:

2.3.1. Each cadet shall be appointed to a permanent grade based on their AS level: AS I will be c/Airman; AS 2 cadets shall be c/Airman First Class; AS 3-AS 8 cadets will be c/Senior Airman (at the discretion of the SASI) can c/Staff Sergeant. AS 4-8 may participate in a promotion boards for additional promotions. The retention of an appointed permanent grade by a cadet requires satisfactory performance and behavior. Cadets who fail to maintain satisfactory standards, progress, or behavior may be reduced in permanent grade (as determined) by the SASI. (Example: A cadet who fails to wear the uniform on required days may be reduced in grade.) Reductions in grade will be specified in a written record that shall be filed in the individual cadet's personnel record.

2.3.2. 1st Year students who opt to not wear the uniform are referred to as Basics and are not given rank. 2.4. Temporary Cadet Grade:

2.4.1. Cadets selected to serve in a staff or flight position listed on the UMD shall be promoted to a grade commensurate with the position. Normally, the initial temporary grade shall be one grade lower than that authorized for the position. Normally, cadet officers shall initially be promoted to Cadet Second Lieutenant and subsequently promoted to higher grades according to the promotion system. The grades listed for each position in the UMD shall normally be the highest grade to which the cadet in that position can be promoted. However, in order to reward exceptional performance, an accelerated promotion may be awarded. Ideally, all Cadet Officer Positions will be held by 3rd and 4th year cadets, and all NCOIC positions will be held by 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year cadets. However, exceptions may occur based on leadership potential. 2.5. Selection for Staff and Flight Positions:

2.5.1. The selection of personnel for Staff and Flight positions will be based on academic grades; leadership grades demonstrated abilities, Arizona Interscholastic Association rules compliance, the individual's desire to fulfill the duties of the position, recommendations from current staff officers, and qualities deemed appropriate and applicable by the SASI in consultation with the ASI. The "whole person" concept is the ruling criteria. 2.6. Termination of Assignments to a Staff or Flight Position:

2.6.1. Cadets will be relieved from staff or flight positions for the following conditions:

2.6.1.1. Transfer from the AFJROTC program.

2.6.1.2. Illness or injury that prohibits the cadet from fulfilling the responsibilities of the position. Cadets relieved for this reason shall retain their temporary grade until the end of the academic year or until the termination of the illness or injury, whichever occurs first.

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2.6.1.3. Resignation: Cadets assigned to staff or flight positions may resign from them. A letter of resignation will be submitted to the SASI and the Corps Commander requesting termination of the assignment for the reasons cited in the letter of resignation. Cadets whose resignations are accepted will automatically revert to their permanent grade. Cadets who have held cadet officer rank for two or more semesters may revert to the rank of Cadet/2nd Lieutenant at the discretion of the SASI.

2.6.1.4. For Cause or Reason: Cadets relieved for cause or reason will be notified verbally and in writing of the reasons for their being relieved from the position by the SASI. The cadet may ask for a hearing with the SASI. The letter of notification and the written account of the hearing shall be filed in the cadet's personnel record. The following conditions may be used as reasons for termination: 2.6.1.4.1. Failure to perform duties of the assigned position. 2.6.1.4.2. Failure to attend squadron staff meetings or squadron corps meetings. 2.6.1.4.3. Academic failure in Aerospace Science. 2.6.1.4.4. Misconduct that could reflect unfavorably on the AFJROTC program. 2.6.1.4.5. Insubordination or abuse of cadet authority. 2.6.1.4.6. Failure to maintain required grooming standards. 2.6.1.4.7. Failure to wear the uniform on the required leadership day or when directed by the SASI/ASI. 2.6.1.4.8. Inaptitude, indifference to training, and reasons that involve character traits that are not desirable. 2.6.1.4.9. Failure to maintain acceptable retention standards. 2.7. Command and Staff 2.7.1. Authority to exercise command within the Air Force JROTC units is vested in the cadet officers and non- commissioned officers. They establish and uphold the standards of performance. 2.7.1.1. Cadet Officers will normally be cadets who have clearly demonstrated their competence and leadership ability as cadet non-commissioned officers. They must qualify to assist the SASI/ASI and to act as instructors in any military duty. 2.7.1.2. Cadets lower in grade are required to receive and obey all lawful orders from cadet officers. Insubordination on the part of lower grade cadets will result in disciplinary action. 2.7.1.3. Cadet Officers who fail to comply with AJFROTC regulations or who passively allow other cadets to violate rules and regulations may be reduced in grade by the SASI/ASI and/or dismissed from the corps with the concurrence of the principal. 2.7.1.4. The responsibilities and authority of cadet officers are restricted to official AFJROTC activities and do not carry over to other school or personal activities. 2.7.1.5. Cadet Officers are responsible to the SASI/ASI for the appearance of their units. The Corps

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Commander and Deputy Commander will hold periodic staff meetings with unit officers and non-commissioned officers. 2.7.1.6. During the school year, the SASI/ASI may rotate command and staff assignments in order to permit more cadets to develop their leadership skills. 2.8. Cadet Non-Commissioned Officers: 2.8.1. Cadet non-commissioned officers are assistants to the cadet officers and to the SASI/ASI. 2.8.2. All lawful orders of cadet non-commissioned officers must be obeyed by those of lower grade. 2.8.3. Cadet non-commissioned officers who fail to discharge their responsibilities or to report misconduct or infractions of rules and regulations may be reduced in grade by the SASI/ASI. 2.8.4. The responsibilities and authority of cadet non-commissioned officers are restricted to official AFJROTC activities and do not carry over to other school or personal activities. 2.8.5. Cadet non-commissioned officers are responsible to the cadet commanders and SASI/ASI for the appearance of the members of their respective units. 2.9. The Chain-of-Command 2.9.1. The "Chain-of-Command'' is established to accommodate all who desire to accomplish a task that is out- of-the-ordinary or to seek redress or a satisfactory termination of a grievance or an alleged miscarriage of justice. In other words, if you feel that you have not been given due consideration, have been treated unfairly, or somehow you feel that you were wronged and you have not gotten satisfactory responses from those that could correct the situation, then the correct procedure is to go "up the chain-of-command,” one step at a time. For example, if you feel that you should have been promoted, received a staff position, or a national award, use the chain-of-command to get an answer and/or to correct the situation. In an organized society such as we have in the United States of America, there is an accepted procedure to follow when restitution or retribution is sought. For example, in your house, a parent is the final authority; in the AFJROTC program, the SASI is the final authority; and in our judicial system the Supreme Court is the final authority. Naturally, the steps you go through to get to that final authority vary by each circumstance. 2.9.2. Table 2.1. Shows the steps to use if you desire to "right a perceived wrong". Start at the lowest echelon to address the situation, rather than "jumping over" a step in the chain of command. It is only good manners to let those at each step try to rectify the perceived wrong. Note that the subject matter will determine which route above the Principal you should take your problem. Note: Cadets may go directly to the SASI for matters that are not directly related to the operation of the corps. 2.10. Orders 2.10.1. Orders may be verbal or written. They will, in some cases, be sent to the classrooms in the form of notices/announcements. The general procedure for announcing orders will be to post them on the bulletin board(s).

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2.10.2. If every subordinate were to question the fairness, justice, propriety or wisdom of orders received from any authorized source, there would be no discipline and the AFJROTC unit and your school would soon degenerate. Remember, a cadet must obey lawful orders first and, if aggrieved, register a complaint to the appropriate superior later. 2.10.3. Orders concerning AFJROTC activities, which are issued by competent authority, MUST BE OBEYED IMPLICITLY. 2.10.4. One of the primary purposes of AFJROTC training is to develop leadership ability and the capacity to command. To command, one must first learn to obey. The well-trained cadet is respectful to the wishes of his/her superiors, regardless of how informally they may be expressed. The ideal cadet is a person who finds no task too small to be faithfully performed, is honest, dependable and courteous. 2.11. Military Discipline 2.11.1. Military discipline is an outward manifestation of mental attitude and state of training which renders obedience and proper conduct instinctively under all conditions. It is founded on respect for and loyalty to properly constituted authority. Do not confuse military discipline with punishment. 2.11.2. Discipline comes from a Latin word which means learning. The dictionary defines it as "training which corrects, molds, strengthens, or perfects" It has no connotations of punishment as many persons erroneously believe. 2.11.3. As you were growing up; you learned to obey your parents and teachers. They taught you respect for the rights of others and the laws of your country. This is a part of discipline. 2.11.4. Being disciplined means that you are learning to place the tasks of your unit or your team above your personal desires. It means that you are learning to obey the orders of your leaders promptly and cheerfully, so that even in their absence you will observe established rules and conduct yourself properly. 2.11.5. In training, your leaders will insist on perfection in what may seem to be minor details (cleanliness, shoeshine, marching, wearing of the uniform). Your performance will be expected to be of the highest standards on and off the school campus. You are expected to conduct yourself at all times in a manner which will reflect credit on yourself, your parents, your AFJROTC unit, your school, and the United States Air Force. 2.12. Conduct and Military Courtesy 2.12.1. While in uniform, all members of the cadet corps are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that will reflect credit upon themselves, their parents, their school, the cadet corps and the United States Air Force. Courtesy is nothing more than the display of good manners and politeness in dealing with other people. The only distinction between military courtesy and civilian courtesy is the form of expression by the military, which has become one of the customs and traditions of the service. 2.12.2. The hand salute is one of the most visible forms of military courtesy, and is simply the military way of saying "Hello”. It is also the custom to say "Good Morning/Afternoon/ Evening, Sir; or Ma'am," when exchanging salutes. Cadets in uniform WILL salute cadet officers, commissioned officers and warrant officer of the Armed Forces of the United States as well as friendly nations.

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2.12.3 Upon entrance of a visiting commissioned officer into a classroom when the SASI/ASI is not present, the first cadet to see the arrival will call the room to attention. All cadets will assume the position of attention until directed otherwise. If a visiting officer enters a classroom and the SASI/ASI is present, the instructor will determine the need to call the class to attention. 2.12.4. When determining seniority, cadet Officers take precedence over cadet NCOs and cadet Airmen. Cadet NCOs take precedence over cadet airmen. Within the same rank determine which cadet has first, the most time in grade (rank) second, the most time in the corps and third, age. 2.13. AFJROTC Cadet Role and Relationships 2.13.1. The job of leading is one of responsibility and hard work, yet most leaders thrive on this type of demand. The Air Force Junior ROTC is no exception. Cadet Officers lead their units just as Air Force officers and non-commissioned officers lead their organizations. Cadet Officers formulate plans and see to it that the AFJROTC unit accomplishes its mission. If the cadet officers succeed, the cadet unit succeeds. The AFJROTC unit in the most modern school in the country may flounder if its cadet officers do not properly lead, On the other hand, an AFJROTC unit in an older school with poorer facilities can be the best in the country if it has a competent cadet officer corps. 2.13.2. Cadet Officer Relationship: Much of your role as a cadet officer will deal with relationships -- relationships between you and the cadet airmen, between you and cadet NCO's, between you and your junior cadet officers, and between you and your instructors. 2.13.2.1. Cadet Officer-Enlisted Cadet Relationship: Difficulties encountered in AFJROTC cadet officer- enlisted cadet relationships. 2.13.2.1.1. New cadet officers are always warned against over-familiarity and striving for personal popularity with subordinates. The cadet officer who presents an "old buddy" image to his/her subordinates may have trouble when he/she wants to get something done. 2.13.2.1.2. On the other hand, the cadet officer who goes to the other extreme may face as many difficulties, if unapproachable. Some new cadet officers believe that there is a taboo against talking to subordinates except in the line of duty. This is not so. In fact, you must talk to them if you are to establish the proper relationship. 2.13.2.1.3. So what is your attitude as a cadet officer? You must attain a rapport between yourself and your subordinates. You must strive to know the personality and character of the cadets you supervise. You must be sympathetic to what their needs or wants are, but you must let them know what is expected of them and you must insist on the correct cadet responses. In effect, the relationship should be cordial but mutually respectful. The cadet should respect you, and you should respect the cadet. 2.13.2.2. Cadet Officer-Cadet NCO Relationships: Much that can be said about the cadet officer-enlisted cadet relationship can be said of the cadet officer-cadet NCO relationship. Beyond that, however, you must know what to expect from your cadet NCO's. The cadet NCO is an essential link in the AFJROTC program. The effectiveness of cadet NCOs depends to a great extent on the support he or she receives from his/her superiors. This includes you. The cadet NCO can relieve you of many duties and can be a never-ending source of help. As a cadet officer, you should observe the following rules concerning your relationship with a

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cadet NCO: 2.13.2.2.1. Expect much from your cadet NCO; let your cadet NCO know that you depend on him/her as an assistant. 2.13.2.2.2. Give your cadet NCO the responsibility and authority to go along with his/her ability. If you give responsibility without the necessary authority to get the job done, your cadet NCO will have a difficult time in getting the job done in the manner you expect. 2.13.2.2.3. Be loyal to your cadet NCO. Support your cadet NCO in what he/she tries to do. If his/her actions are improper, take the cadet aside and privately advise him/her of anticipated problems and appropriate actions. The cadet NCO needs your backing to get his/her job done. 2.13.2.2.4. Let your cadet NCO know how he/she is doing. Occasionally discuss their strengths and weaknesses with him/her. Try to build on strengths and overcome weaknesses. 2.13.2.2.5. Listen to your cadet NCO's suggestions and recommendations. If suggestion is sound, give the cadet NCO the authority to implement it, or do it yourself. 2.13.2.2.6. Give your cadet NCO credit when credit is due. 2.13.2.2.7. Discuss relevant problems with your cadet NCO. In many cases, the cadet NCO will know more about certain matters than you will. 2.13.2.2.8. Never place the blame on your cadet NCO. In the final analysis, you make the decisions. Therefore, the responsibility is yours. 2.13.2.3. Cadet Officer- Cadet junior Officer Relationship: The discussion above applies equally to your relationship with your junior officers. 2.13.2.4 Cadet Officer-Superior Relationship: Giving orders and supervising subordinates will take much of your time, but an important part of your work must be conducted with persons of higher rank. The activities of each AFJROTC unit must be coordinated, if not by the cadet in command, by the SASI/ASI. You must be prepared to carry orders out promptly. Just as the cadet NCO must nourish respectful association with cadet officers, so must you avoid over-familiarity with higher grade cadet officers and with instructor personnel at your school, Your best friend may be your cadet officer; proper communication/association must be maintained during class, even though you may live next door to, or perhaps have a dating relationship with a cadet. 2.13.2.5. Cadet Officer--Unit Relationship: Getting others to work for you is your primary responsibility in the cadet officer-unit relationship. 2.13.2.5.1. Whether you are in charge of a handful of cadets or the whole cadet corps, you must marshal your discipline, tact, and justice, to get the cadets to do what you ask. You must know your subordinates well enough to be able to place them in positions in the unit were they will do the best job. This is because it is up to you to see that your unit accomplishes its designed mission: You cannot do it alone. 2.13.2.5.2. Working with your unit will give you experience in managing people and resources, a formidable task for the best Air Force officers. Simply, if you can instill in your subordinates a spirit of cooperation,

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mold them into a team, and encourage them to work for you and with one another, you will be a capable manager and leader and you will have a good relationship with your unit. 2.13.2.5.3 Due Process: Cadets are required to report major rule infractions of fellow cadets to their superiors. Cadet Officers and NCOs are required to inform their Senior Officer of any known or suspected violations of conduct or policy. Staff cadets may, and are encouraged to, report any infractions in the form of Warnings or Final notices. The SASI will make final decisions regarding corrective actions. Such decisions are made only after an objective review of the facts. 2.13.2.5.4 Computer use: The computers are for cadets use, AFJROTC games or homework. Homework assignments have priority and a cadet playing a game will quickly exit the game and leave the Windows Menu to help the cadet doing homework. Infractions of this basic rule will result in loss of privileges. You MUST sign in and out from the computers. To do so correctly you will have to put your name, the date of signing in on the computer, the time in and the time out, and also the computer in which you are using. Failure to do so will result in a write up.

CHAPTER 3

� THE AFJROTC UNIFORM

3.1. The Uniform 3.1.1. The history of the uniform can be traced back before the Romans when the feudal kings dressed their serfs in a distinctive uniform. The Roman use of uniforms is the earliest account of an entire nation dressing alike. All Roman citizens, to set them apart from the slaves, wore the Roman toga, a loose outer garment. The togas were of different colors according to the rank of the wearer. 3.1.2. Each period in history made its own changes to the uniform. The early armies dressed according to the type of job they performed in their organization. The infantryman wore a uniform that would offer him the most protection; the cavalryman wore a lightweight uniform that would not hinder his mobility. The English Parliament decided to raise and outfit an army in the seventeenth century. The uniform was standardized in make, color and insignia. 3.1.3. The first uniform styles were adapted from civilian dress and featured primarily the same dress as civilian people: pants, stockings, waist coat (shirt), shoes or boots, and a large overcoat. Personnel in all services today wear almost the same uniform. The style and color of the uniform has changed to meet the need at a particular time and also to lend esprit de corps to the different services. 3.1.4. Decorations on the early uniforms were to show a single landlord's army. It was not until the period from 1918 to 1940 that uniform decorations gradually became useful. The decorations were used to show the branch of service, the job specialty, such as armor division, paratroopers, and air corps. Each division had its own patches, badges, insignia, and other markings. When the Air Force became a separate branch service, on 18 Sep 1947, it adopted a blue uniform. From that time the design of all Air Force uniforms has always been described as plain yet distinctive. 3.1.5. As you can see throughout history a uniform sets a person apart, and the attention to personal appearance while in it are what mark your level of personal pride. Whether you are dressed in your AFJROTC uniform or your civilian clothing, you should present a neat, clean, and acceptable appearance.

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The military uses uniforms so that each individual can dress to the same acceptable standard. 3.2. The Cadet and the Uniform 3.2.1. Your uniform, no matter how handsomely tailored, will not present a good appearance unless you present a good appearance. Good appearance requires certain checks before wearing the uniform in public. The Standards are established in AFI 36-2903, Dress and Appearance of Air Force Personnel and AFJROTC Cadet Uniform and Award Guide. This handbook highlights the basic requirements for uniform wear: 3.2.1.1. Figures 3.1 through 3.11 located at the end of this chapter illustrate AFJROTC uniforms, uniforms item, and the correct placement of items on the uniform. 3.2.1.2. Table 3.2. Explains the grading process for uniform wear. 3.2.2. The uniform or any parts of the uniform will not be worn on non uniform wear days, unless you are participating in official AFJROTC activities. Cadets are also precluded from wearing mock, pseudo, other services, or other countries uniform or parts thereof to school or school activities. Low quarters and/or boots may be worn when not in uniform. 3.2.3. The four standards for wear of the Air Force uniform are: neatness, cleanliness, safety and military image. 3.2.4. The shirt shall be tucked neatly into the pants with the shirt facing aligned with the fly of the pants and the edge of the belt buckle (gig line). 3.2.5. The pants are designed to be worn at the wearer’s naval 3.2.6. Button all buttons, except for the top button of the short sleeve shirt when not wearing a tie and the top button of the Battle Dress uniform 3.2.7. Push the belt through the left front loop (males) or the right front loop (females) first, then all loops around the waist. 3.2.8. Place no bulky objects in pockets. 3.2.9. Shoes must be shined including heels, welt and the outer edge of the sole. Socks must be black crew length without design. 3.2.10. The Male Flight cap is worn squarely on the head, tilted slightly to the wearer’s right. 3.2.11. No hair will protrude from the front of headgear when properly worn, except when a female is wearing the female flight cap, which is worn on the crown of the head. 3.2.12. Whenever possible, check your appearance in a mirror or ask someone to check your appearance. 3.2.13. The skirt will hang naturally over the hips from the waist with a slight flare. Skirt length will be no shorter than the top of the kneecap or longer than the bottom of the kneecap. Only panty hose will be worn with the skirt.

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3.2.14. Jewelry. 3.2.14.1. Wear no more than three rings. Excessive size, shape, or wearing them above the knuckle or on the thumb will be not be condoned. 3.2.14.2. A conservative wristwatch may be worn. 3.2.14.3. A conservative bracelet may be worn, but not on the same wrist as the watch. Bracelets must not be plastic/rubber or string 3.2.14.4. Earrings/Nose Rings/Other Body Piercings: 3.2.14.4.1 Males will not wear any type of earring while in uniform. 3.2.14.4.2. When in uniform, females may wear one earring in each ear at the bottom of ear lobe. Earrings must be small gold, silver, pearl, diamond, or black. Earrings will be small and spherical or round in appearance. 3.2.14.4.3. When in uniform, males and females will not wear any type of nose ring or other visible body piercing, including those that can be seen through the uniform or prohibit the proper wear of the uniform. 3.2.15. Nail Polish: Nail polish, if worn, will conform to and complement the appearance of the uniform. Colors will not be flamboyant. French manicures can only be clear and white. Males will not wear nail polish. 3.2.16. Hair Standards: 3.2.16.1. Male: 3.2.16.1.1. Hair must be neatly and cleanly trimmed, tapered, must not exceed 1 1⁄4 inches in bulk, and will present a well-groomed neat appearance. A neatly trimmed and tapered box-cut is authorized for the back of the head. However, hair will not touch the ears nor the shirt collar except the closely cut hair on the back of the neck. The hair in front will be groomed so that it is not lower than the top of the eyebrows and will not protrude below the band of properly worn headgear. In no case will the bulk or length of hair interfere with the proper wear of the issued headgear. Males are allowed to shave the head bald. No visible grooming aids will be used. 3.2.16.1.2. Sideburns, if worn, will be neatly trimmed in the same manner as the hair. They will not extend below the lowest part of the outside ear opening; will not be more than one-half inch wide, and will end with a clean shaven horizontal line. Sideburns will not be "pork-chop" in shape but will be square or oblong. 3.2.16.1.3. Hairpieces/Wigs will not be worn while in uniform except to cover natural baldness or a physical disfiguration. 3.2.16.1.4. Cadets will be clean-shaven when in uniform. This includes the cheeks, jaw line and neck. Goatees are not authorized. A mustache may be worn. However, it will be neatly trimmed between the upper lip and the nose and will not extend beyond the edges of the mouth or beyond the upper lip.

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3.2.16.2. Female: 3.2.16.2.1. Hair will be styled so it does not go below the bottom edge of blouse or jacket/coat collar at the back of neck and will not exceed 3 inches in bulk. 3.2.16.2.2. Only small conservative hair bands/combs/pins that match natural hair color may be worn. No jewelry or visible grooming aids may be worn. 3.2.16.2.3. It will be styled to permit the proper wear of the issued headgear. The hairstyle will not be excessively full or high on the head, but will be in good military taste. If a wig or extensions are worn, it will conform to the rules for natural hair. Females may not shave their heads bald. 3.2.17. Good personal hygiene habits are expected of each cadet. Hair and fingernails are to be clean. Fingernails shall be no longer than functional when typing. Underclothing and socks, MUST BE WORN, and be replaced when unserviceable. Deodorant is highly recommended so that offensive odors are eliminated insofar as possible. 3.3. Wear of the Uniform

3.3.1. Ascots: Are not a part of the uniform except for special events as announced by the SASI/ASI.

3.3.2. Flight Caps: Will not be worn indoors except by cadets who are under arms as part of a drill team or color guard, or during inspections that are conducted indoors. Wear of the headgear is mandatory outdoors. Berets are authorized for wear by cadets in good standing with the JROTC activity authorizing the beret.

3.3.3. Service Caps: Drill team members may use service caps during drill events.

3.3.4. Changing out of Uniform: Cadets are not authorized to change out of the uniform on the day designated for uniform wear without specific approval of the SASI/ASI. Cadets failing to adhere to this policy will be counseled by the SASI/ASI, awarded a uniform wear grade of zero for the week, and be assessed demerits for, failure to wear uniform, (chapter 5, Table 5.2.). Repeated violations will result in parental conferences and subject the cadet to possible disenrollment from the corps.

3.3.5. Designated Days for Uniform Wear: The cadet uniform will NORMALLY be worn on Monday each week during the school year and at other times prescribed by the SASI/ASI. These are the only times that the uniform will be worn, unless approval is obtained from the SASI/ASI.

3.3.5.1. Cadets who fail to wear the uniform on the prescribed day will be required to wear it the next day on which they attend AFJROTC class; will lose 30 points toward their uniform grade, and will receive demerits as specified in chapter 5, Table 5.2.

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3.3.5.1.1. Failure by a FRESHMAN to wear the uniform for three (3) scheduled uniform days or failure by ALL OTHER CADETS to wear the uniform for two (2) scheduled uniform days within the semester may be grounds for removal from AFJROTC and awarding a grade of F for the semester.

3.3.5.2. The GP/CC in coordination with the SASI, will specify the uniform to be worn on designated uniform day.

3.3.6. Distinctive Uniforms: Members of drill teams and the color guard may wear a uniform of distinctive military style while performing, e.g., beret, helmet, service hat, shirt, combat boots, or white pistol belts. With the exception of berets and boots, distinctive uniforms will not be worn as part of the official AFJROTC uniform and only by active members of the drill team.

3.3.7. Medals: Cadets awarded medals may wear these medals on the AFJROTC uniform at the annual Military Ball and the Dining-Out or at any other time prescribed by the SASI/ASI.

3.3.8. Name Tag: All cadets are required to wear the standard Air Force blue, clutch design name tag on all issued service uniforms (Class B Uniforms) with the exception of the Service Coat. The USAF Metal Name Tag is the only name tag authorized for wear on the service coat.

3.3.9. Ribbons: When worn, will be displayed in the order specified in table 3.1. 3.3.10. Shoulder Cords (aiguillettes): Are awarded for drill team, color guard and saber team participation and are authorized for wear with all service uniforms (not on the Lightweight Blue Jacket) and with the distinctive drill team or color guard uniform. They will be worn on the left only. 3.3.11. Service Coat/Lightweight Blue Jacket: When wearing the service coat or lightweight blue jacket, cadets may remove it during class provided that cadet rank and name tag are also worn on the shirt or blouse. Cadets will insure that coats or jackets are hung on chairs or placed in a manner that will prevent them from touching the floor or becoming soiled or wrinkled. When wear of the service coat is specified, it will be worn at all times when outside the classroom. When wearing the coat, all buttons will be buttoned. The zipper of the lightweight blue jacket will be closed at least half way when it is worn. Wear of the tie/tab is recommended for wear with the lightweight blue jacket. Cords are not authorized on the lightweight blue jacket. 3.3.12. Wear of uniform during classes where damage may result: Cadets engaged in a class activity where damage may result will not wear the uniform during that class when such wear of the uniform would subject it to damage, stains, etc. Cadets engaged in a class activity that present this hazard will change out of the uniform at the beginning of the class and back into the uniform at the end of class. 3.3.13. When the uniform is authorized to be worn, it will be a complete uniform and will be worn properly. Cadets will not allow friends to "try on" pieces of their uniform. 3.3.14. Male cadets must wear a plain white V-neck or “muscle” shirt at all times with the blue short sleeve shirt when the collar is open. Crew (round) neck plain white T shirts may only be worn when the collar is

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closed or under the long sleeve shirt. Female cadets may wear white under shirts that meet the same requirements with the blue uniform. Black crew neck T-shirts will be worn with BDU’s. 3.3.15. Sunglasses will not be worn in formation except with a medical waiver. Sunglasses must be conservative; frames may be black, brown, gold or silver. No mirrored lenses 3.4. Ribbon Precedence 3.4.1. Ribbons will be worn on the all uniform combinations. They are optional on the Class B uniform (short sleeve and long sleeve shirt). Ribbons are worn in order of precedence from the wearer’s left to right, with the highest being at the top right and the lowest at the bottom left. TABLE 3.1. AFJROTC Awards and Ribbons AWARD CRITERIA DEVICES

1. Gold Valor Award Selected by HQAFJROTC, Voluntary act of self sacrifice and bravery above and beyond the call of duty

Clusters

2. Silver Valor Award Selected by HQAFJROTC, heroism that doesn’t meet the risk of life requirement for the Gold Award

Clusters

3. Cadet Humanitarian Award

Selected by HQAFJROTC, cadet rendered aided singular extraordinary catastrophic event

Clusters

4. Silver Star Community Service with Excellence Award

Selected by HQAFJROTC, Top 5% of units who have the highest “per cadet average” community service hours. If unit is awarded this recognition the SASI at that unit determines which cadets contributed to the unit earning the new award.

Star

5. Community Service with Excellence Award

Selected by HQAFJROTC, Individual award for exemplary community service

Clusters

6. Air Force Association Award

Selected by SASI, 3rd year cadet, top 5% in AFJROTC class, top 10% in class

Clusters

7. Daedalian Award Selected by SASI, 3rd year cadet, top 10% in AFJROTC class, top 20% in class, desire for military career

Clusters

8. American Legion Scholastic Award

Selected by SASI, 3rd or 4th year cadet, top 25% in AFJROTC class, top 10% in class, leadership, participation

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in student activities

9. American Legion General Military Excellence Award

Selected by SASI, 3rd or 4th year cadet, top 25% in AFJROTC class, leadership, character, discipline, citizenship

Clusters

10. Daughters of the American Revolution Award

Selected by SASI, 4th year cadet, top 25% in AFJROTC class, top 25% in class, dependability, good character, military discipline

Clusters

11. American Veterans Award Selected by SASI, “A” in AFJROTC, good academic standing, officer potential, positive attitude towards USAF

Clusters

12. Reserve Officers Association Award

Selected by SASI, 4th year cadet, top 10% AFJROTC class, positive attitude, growth potential, impeccable standards

Clusters

13. Military Order of World Wars Award

Selected by SASI given to a returning cadet who has had outstanding accomplishments in AFJROTC

Clusters

14. Military Officers Association of America Award

Selected by SASI, a Junior and a 3rd year cadet, good academic standing, loyalty to units school and country

Clusters

15. Veterans of Foreign Wars Award

Selected by SASI 3rd or 4th year cadet, “B” in AFJROTC “C” in all other classes, positive attitude toward AFJROTC, leadership, participation

No devices

16. National Sojourners Award

Selected by SASI, 2nd or 3rd year cadet, top 25% of class, Americanism and leadership

No devices

17. Sons of the American Revolution Award

Selected by SASI, 3rd year cadet, currently enrolled, top 10% in AFJROTC class top 25% in class, excellence in AFJROTC leadership military bearing

Silver Star

18. Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award

Selected by SASI, 3rd year cadet, active participation, top 25% of class, citizenship, patriotism, character

No devices

19. Military Order of the Selected by SASI, 3rd or 4th year cadet, in a leadership No devices

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Purple Heart Award position, “B” in all classes, positive attitude toward corps

20. Air Force Sergeants Association Award

Selected by SASI, 3rd or 4th year cadet, top 25% of class leadership, discipline, citizenship, character

No devices

21. Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Award

Selected by SASI, Patriotism, academic excellence and leadership

Clusters

22. Sons of Confederate H. L. Hunley Award

Rising 2nd year cadet that displays Honor and Courage

23. Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated Air Force JROTC Cadet Award

Selected by SASI, Not a 4th year cadet, participated in at lest 50% of service programs, “B” in AFJROTC

Clusters

24. The Retired Enlisted Association Award

Selected by SASI, awarded to enlisted cadet for outstanding leadership through course of school year

Clusters

25. The Celebrate Freedom Foundation

Selected by SASI, not 3rd or 4th year cadet, top 5% of AS class with an “A”, top 15% of class, military potential

26. National Society United States Daughters of 1812 Award

Academic excellence, leadership, military discipline, dependability, Patriotism and upright character in speech and habits

27. Air Commando Association Award

Attributes of success: integrity, self-motivation, intelligence, self Discipline, perseverance, adaptability, maturity, judgment, skilled, selflessness, leadership, physical fitness and family strength.

28. Non Funded National Awards

A National Award recognized by HQAFJROTC – varies

29. Distinguished Unit award with Merit

Selected by HQAFJROTC when unit receives an evaluation with an overall rating of Exceeds Standards and the unit also is selected to receive the DUA

Clusters

30. Distinguished Unit Award Selected by HQAFJROTC, unit is nominated by SASI, if Clusters

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(DUA) selected during inspection cycle give the distinction

31. Outstanding Organization Award

Selected by HQAFJROTC, unit is nominated by SASI Bronze Star

32. Outstanding Flight Ribbon SASI determines outstanding flight each academic term Clusters

33. Top Performer Award Selected by HQAFJROTC nominated by SASI Clusters

34. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon Positive personal attributes, academic, excellence, military potential and excellence. One per grade level each year

Clusters

35. Leadership Ribbon Be assigned and excel in leadership position. Exhibit outstanding performance

Silver Star

36. Achievement Ribbon 5% of cadet corps each year, significant achievement Clusters

37. Superior Performance Ribbon

10% of corps each year for outstanding achievement or meritorious service

Clusters

38. Academic Ribbon Overall grade of “B” and an “A” in AFJROTC per semester Clusters

39. Leadership School Ribbon Completion of a Leadership School greater than or equal to 5 days – Top performer is authorized a star

Clusters

40. Special Teams Competition Ribbon

Awarded to team members for placing 1st, 2nd or 3rd in an Air Force or Joint Service Competition to include Color Guard Teams, Rifle Teams, Drill Teams, Saber Teams, Academic Bowl Teams, Cyber Patriot, etc.

Clusters

41. Orienteering Ribbon Awarded to team members for completing a unit-specific Orienteering Program as part of unit curriculum.

Clusters

42. Co-Curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon

Exemplary leadership in achieving objectives through the coordinated effort of others

Clusters

43. Drill Team Ribbon 75% or at least 10 events during an academic year Clusters

44. Color Guard Ribbon 75% or at least 10 events during an academic year Clusters

45. Saber Team Ribbon 50% or at least 3 events during a academic year Clusters

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46. Marksmanship Team Ribbon

Criteria for this award will be established by SASI and published in Cadet Guide or Unit Operation Instruction. An oak leaf cluster should be added to this ribbon for each year of qualifying membership beginning with the second year

Clusters

47. Good Conduct Ribbon No suspensions or adverse reports Clusters

48. Service Ribbon Distinctive performance in school community or AFJROTC Clusters

49. Health and Wellness Ribbon

Sustained participation in locally developed program Clusters

50. Recruiting Ribbon Recruiting trip and/or brining someone into the corps Clusters

51. Activities Ribbon Co-Curricular activities other than color guard, saber, & drill

Clusters

52. Attendance Ribbon No more than 4 excused absences, zero unexcused absences, zero tardy

Clusters

53. Dress and Appearance Ribbon

No missed uniform wear days, compliance with standards Clusters

54. Longevity Ribbon Awarded for each year completed Clusters

55. Bataan Death March Memorial Hike Ribbon

Conduct an optional 14-mile Bataan Death March Memorial Hike. This event must be accomplished on a locally-determined 14 mile course (trails, road courses, tracks, etc). Units may complete the full hike in a span of one to no more than three days.

Clusters

56. Patriotic Flag Ribbon Awarded for participation in non-color guard events specifically designed to honor our nation’s flag. Such events include flag raising ceremonies, flag retirement ceremonies, flag folding ceremonies, and historical flag demonstrations.

Note: Bronze oak leaf clusters are used to designate the second and subsequent award of a ribbon. A silver oak leaf cluster is used in lieu of 5 bronze oak leaf clusters.

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Table 3.2 Uniform Wear Rubric

0 points assessed* 10 points assessed 20 points assessed 30 points assessed 40 points assessed 50 points assessed 100 points assessed - Wearing the prescribed uniform of the day - No missing uniform items - Hair well within standards - Wearing all ribbons, badges and awards - All buttons buttoned - Uniform extremely well pressed and cleaned - Shoes highly shined - No discrepancies

- Wearing the prescribed uniform of the day - No missing uniform items - Hair well within standards - Wearing all ribbons, badges and awards - All buttons buttoned - Uniform well pressed and cleaned - Shoes well shined - Takes a second glance to see discrepancies

- Wearing the prescribed uniform of the day - One uniform item missing - Hair with standards - Uniform pressed and cleaned - Shoes are shined - Might have missed a button - One or two obvious discrepancies

- Wearing a uniform - Mission uniform items - Hair meets standards - Wearing the uniform improperly -Shoes not shined - Multiple discrepancies

- This is the automatic grade for first missed uniform wear of the week - Barley wearing the uniform correctly - Hair out of standards - Mission multiple uniform items - Numerous discrepancies some of which are repeated from last uniform wear

- The leadership grade for the week is automatically assessed 80 points for the second missed uniform wear - Not wearing the uniform correctly at all - Missing multiple uniform items - Hair way out of standards - Uniform looks like it was slept in

- Did not wear the uniform all week - Automatic grade given for changing out of uniform before the last bell of the day

* At the inspection officials discretion merits may be given for 0 points assessed during inspections. Merits are not to exceed 3 per cadet. The Sharp Looker award is given to the cadet with the most pristine appearance. No cadet can earn the Sharp Looker award and additional merits for uniform wear.

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Figure 3.1 AFJROTC Rank and Insignia

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Figure 3.1 AFJROTC Rank and Insignia

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Figure3.2AFJROTCBadges

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Figure 3.2. AFJROTC Badges

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Figure3.3MaleHeadgear

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Figure 3.3. Male Headgear

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Figure3.4FemaleHeadgear

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Figure 3.4. Female Headgear

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Figure3.5MaleServiceDress

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Figure 3.5. Male Service Dress

1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: Center on welt pocket 3 inches below the top. 2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket 3. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15. 4. Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 5. Shoulder tabs: Center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15. 7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15. 8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Airman Basic wear lapel insignia on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. 9. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shou