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NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOLAIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS

NC-20052CADET HANDBOOK

 

Monarch SquadronMaria L. Johnson

Principal

Richard A. Dollesin, Lt Col, USAF (Ret) Thomas E. Garcia, MSgt, USAF (Ret) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor First Sergeant

Aerospace Science Instructor 

365 Commons Drive SouthJacksonville, North Carolina 28546

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MEMORANDUM FOR AFJROTC CADETS AND PARENTS/GUARDIANS FROM: NC-20052/SASI SUBJECT: Cadet Handbook Fall 2017-Spring 2018  The Aerospace Science Department offers a program of instruction designed to prepare students for a meaningful, productive and successful role in either the military or civilian sector of our society. Our program is multidimensional and emphasizes scholarship, leadership, physical fitness, community service, and personal growth. Our mission is to “Build better citizens for America.” We stress the Air Force core values of “Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in all we do.”  This handbook was developed to provide a general overview of the AFJROTC program, information on course requirements and cadet responsibilities, and a summary of the rewards for being in AFJROTC. We recommend that parents become familiar with this handbook so you can advise and encourage your cadet/cadets.  We are enthusiastic about the AFJROTC program at Northside High School. We maintain high standards so that our cadets will be proud to be a part of the program and gain self-esteem and self-confidence from their accomplishments. With instructors, cadets, and parents working together, we are confident we will achieve our goals. Sincerely,

Richard A. Dollesin, Lt Col, USAF (Ret)Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

Table of Contents:  Pg.

Chapter 1 - AEROSPACE SCIENCE PROGRAM1-1 Legal and Regulatory Basis 6

1-2 Mission 6

1-3 Curriculum 6

1-4 Program Benefits 7

Program Advancements 7

1-5 Probation/Removal from AFJROTC 9

1-6 Disenrollment 99

Chapter 2 - CADET EVALUATIONS 2-1 General 10

2-2 Grading Policy 10

2-3 Grading Scale 11

2-4 Extracurricular Activities 11

2-5 Tutoring 11

2-6 Parent Conferences 11

Chapter 3 - CADET CORPS3-1 General 12

3-2 Unit Designation 12

3-3 Squadron Goal 13

3-4 Cadet Staff and Positions 13

3-5 Cadet Rank and Promotions 18

3-6 Chain of Command 23

Chapter 4 - STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

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4-1 General 27

4-2 Attitude 27

4-3 Military Courtesy and Proper Etiquette 27

4-4 Code of Conduct 28

4-5 Classroom Procedures 29

4-6 Class Rules 29

4-7 Access to AFJROTC Classroom and Computers 29

4-8 Physical Discipline and hazing 30

Chapter 5 - EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES5-1 Extracurricular Activities 31

Chapter 6 - AWARDS AND DECORATIONS6-1 General 33

6-2 AFJROTC Sponsored Awards 33

6-3 NC-20052 Awards 36

6-4 Badges 36

6-5 Cadet Of The Month 39

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Chapter 7 - UNIFORM7-1 General 41

7-2 Ribbons of Other Services 41

7-3 Medal and Ribbon Wear 41

7-4 Insignia 41

7-5 Optional Uniform and Accessory Items 41

7-6 Grooming Standards 42

7-7 Uniform Diagrams 45

Chapter 8 - SPORTS AND FITNESS 8-1 Presidential Fitness Challenge 54

8-2 Dodge Ball 58

8-3 Kickball 60

8-4 Capture the Flag Dodge Ball 61

8-5 Ultimate Ball 63

Appendix 1 Flag Detail Commands 66 

Appendix 2 Air Force Core Values 67 

Appendix 3 Activity Tracker 68 

Appendix 4 Inspection Drill Sequence 69 

Appendix 5 AS-1 Promotion Card 70

Appendix 6 AS-1 Drill Card 71 

Appendix 7 Good Conduct Ribbon Form 72

Appendix 8 Element Sheet Sample

Appendix 9 Required Activities

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Appendix 10 Handbook Modifications 75

 

 

 

 

 

CHAPTER ONEAerospace Science Program

 1-1. LEGAL AND REGULATORY BASIS. 

a. Public Law 88-647. The authority to operate Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (AFJROTC) in secondary schools is The Reserve Officer Training Corps Vitalization Act of 1964. The Director, AFJROTC, located at Maxwell AFB, Alabama, administer the AFJROTC program.

b. AFJROTC Instruction 36-2001. This instruction prescribes the operation of AFJROTC units and instructors.

c. The Superintendent of Onslow County schools signed a contract with the Air Force to offer AFJROTC at Northside High School. The Superintendent agrees to limit membership in the units to students who maintain an acceptable standard of academic achievement and conduct.

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

a. Goals. The goals of the program are to instill values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment in high school students.

b. Objectives. The objectives of AFJROTC are to educate and train high school students in citizenship; promote community service; instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline; encourage physical fitness; and provide instruction in aerospace fundamentals.

 1-3. CURRICULUM:

a. Aerospace Science classes are elective courses. Cadets earn one elective credit per semester. Cadets normally take only one semester of AFJROTC per year; however, cadets are eligible to participate in AFJROTC activities for the entire year. A cadet may request to take two AFJROTC courses in one year if they are catching up to be able to take 4 courses during their high school career.

b. Academics include lectures, individual and group work, and practical evaluations. The academic curriculum is team taught by the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) and the Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI). Friday is normally devoted to physical training (PT) and team-building activities. Uniforms are normally worn on Wednesday.

1-4. PROGRAM BENEFITS: The most important benefit of AFJROTC is the self-esteem

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and self-confidence cadets gain from individual and group accomplishment. These accomplishments come from taking advantage of the opportunities the program offers for personal growth.

 a. CADET RANK. Cadets are given a minimum rank based on their time in the

program. They earn increased rank based on participation and performance. Increased rank is a visible sign of the cadet’s level of performance and willingness to accept increased responsibility.

b. AWARDS AND DECORATIONS. Cadets compete for awards and decorations. Several national organizations sponsor awards for superior performance in Junior ROTC programs. In addition, cadets earn ribbons that they wear on their uniforms based on their academic performance, demonstrated leadership skills, physical fitness, participation in service projects and participation in special AFJROTC activities, such as the Drill team or Raider team.

c. CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION: A Certificate of Completion is presented to cadets who have completed three successful years of the program and are in good standing, as determined by the SASI and ASI.

d. MILITARY ENLISTMENT BENEFITS: If a student completes three years of AFJROTC and is in good standing, that student may, in accordance with DODI 1205.13, be eligible for enlistment at a higher grade. For specifics, refer to Air Force Recruiting Service Instruction (AFRSI) 36-2001, Recruiting Procedures for the Air Force.

NC-20052 Progression Standards

JROTC I Acceptance: Will accept all students from middle schools in Onslow County

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Progression to JROTC II:To successfully complete the JROTC I year and progress to become a JROTC II cadet, students must accomplish the following standards:

Must be able to drill an element (command a group of at least 5 students) Complete the Promotion Card:

1. Personal Appearance 2. Military Bearing (Posture and Attitude)3. Chain of Command – must be able to match position with rank (or title) and name

with at least 80% accuracy4. Officer Ranks (Commissioned and Cadet) – must be able to correctly identify ranks

with at least 80% accuracy5. Enlisted Ranks (Enlisted and Cadet) – must be able to correctly identify ranks with at

least 80% accuracy 6. Basic Drill Movements (Individual Drill) – must be able to execute and command 20-

step individual drill with a grade of at least 80%7. Class Start Procedures – must demonstrate class start procedures8. Reporting Procedures (Reporting to SASI or ASI) – must demonstrate reporting to

SASI or ASI9. Customs and Courtesies (Saluting and Address) – must describe basic customs and

courtesies10. Flag Detail – Must participate in scheduled flag details. Failure to show up for 5 flag

details will eliminate student from progression to JROTC II year. Must participate in 3 activities during the school year Initial Presidential Fitness Challenge (PFC) score must be 100 points or higher or must

show a 10% increase between the first and last PFC Overall end-of-semester grade must be 75% or higher

JROTC II Acceptance: Successful completion of JROTC I progression standards or transfer from another JROTC program

Progression to JROTC III:To successfully complete the JROTC II year and progress to become a JROTC III cadet, students must accomplish the following standards:

Must be color guard certified Must successfully command a flight (30-step drill sequence) with a grade of at least 80% Must participate in 5 activities during the school year Flag Detail – Must participate in scheduled flag details. Failure to show up for 5 flag

details will eliminate student from progression to JROTC III year. Must be able to command flag detail by the end of JROTC II year.

Must attend weekly staff meetings Initial PFC score must be 200 points or higher or must show a 10% increase between the

first and last PFC Overall end-of-semester grade must be 75% or higher

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JROTC III Acceptance: Successful completion of JROTC II progression standards or transfer from another JROTC program

Progression to JROTC IV:

Must have done either Drill Team, Raider Team, or after school physical fitness training for at least 1 semester between JROTC I and JROTC III years

Must attend weekly staff meetings Must complete an application to a college ROTC program or a service academy Initial PFC score must be 200 points or higher or must show a 20% increase between the

first and last PFC Must initiate, plan, or participate in 5 activities during the school year Overall end-of-semester grade must be 75% or higher

JROTC IV Acceptance: Successful completion of JROTC III progression standards or transfer from another JROTC program

JROTC IV Performance: As a JROTC IV cadet, students are expected to do the following:

Be a member of the Kitty Hawk Air Society (tutoring for fellow cadets) Must initiate, plan, or participate in 5 activities during the school year Attend weekly staff meetings

 

1-5. PROBATION/REMOVAL FROM AFJROTC: When a cadet is placed on probation, they will be notified in writing of why they are on probation by the SASI. This probation period will last four weeks. If a cadet receives probation again, while on probation, another four weeks will be added to their time. A cadet that is placed on probation will miss the next promotion cycle, will not be able to attend field trips, and can be demoted depending on the reason for probation. A cadet can be removed from the program for multiple offenses. A hearing may be held for a cadet

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who is on probation to discuss whether they will continue in AFRJOTC or not. The SASI, ASI, and Administration will discuss and decide the placement of a cadet within the program. Their decision is final and a cadet will receive written notification of that decision. The listed situations below are examples of how a cadet is placed on probation and/or may cause them to be removed from the program:

a. Detention for behavioral issues.b. Suspension (OSS or ISS).c. Caught lying, cheating, plagiarizing, or stealing.d. Caught with drugs, alcohol, or any illegal substances.e. Get into trouble with the authorities.f. Failure to dress out for PT three times.g. Fraternization between officer and enlisted cadets.

1-6. DISENROLLMENT: A student may be removed from the program for:a. Failure to comply with grooming and uniform wear requirements twice.b. Indifference to training, disciplinary problems, or undesirable character traits.c. Failure to remain enrolled in school.d. Failure to comply with cadet Code of Conduct. e. Failure to dress out and participate twice in PT.f. Failure to obtain an overall final grade of 75%.

The SASI will use a three-step process for disenrollment of a cadet from the AFJROTC program:

1. First offense: One-on-one counselling with an e-mail to the cadet’s school counsellor2. Second offense: Letter home to parent with an e-mail to the cadet’s school counsellor

and the school principal3. Third offense: Letter of disenrollment 

CHAPTER TWOCadet Evaluations

 2-1. GENERAL: This chapter specifies general requirements for successfully

completing AFJROTC courses. Each course is designed for students to succeed. If cadets have a positive attitude, work hard, comply with course requirements,

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and see instructors when they need help, they should successfully complete AFJROTC.

 2-2. GRADING POLICY: Cadets are evaluated on academic performance, uniform wear, and physical training.

1. Academics. Academic performance is measured by tests, quizzes, class-work, homework, and drill evaluations.

a. Tests will be given on Leadership and Aerospace Science, as well as drill, school rules, cadet manuals, and chain of command. Speeches and written reports will also be graded as Tests.

b. Class-work/homework includes assignments in Leadership, Aerospace, drill, and drill evaluation. Late assignments will receive reduced credit and will only be accepted prior to being tested on the material.

2. Uniform Wear. Instructors will inspect cadets for compliance with uniform wear requirements, personal grooming standards, and inspection knowledge one day each week. Wear of the uniform one day per week for AFJROTC programs is mandated by Federal law. If absent on the day scheduled, cadets must wear their uniform the first day they return to school. If a cadet does not make up their uniform wear for the week, they will not be eligible for promotion. Wear of the uniform is so important that not wearing the uniform twice will result in an automatic “F” for the semester. In addition, cadets who fail to maintain grooming standards will not be eligible to wear their uniform, thus resulting in a failing grade. Cadets are required to sign a statement acknowledging their understanding of this policy. Also, cadets must wear the physical training uniform each week.

3. Physical Training. Cadets will participate in physical training one day each week. AFJROTC Cadet Health/Wellness Program is designed to help cadets improve their physical fitness. All enrolled cadets will complete the Presidential Fitness Challenge (PFC) at least twice during the semester. All physical activity sessions will be supervised and monitored by at least one of the instructors. These sessions include walking, running; and calisthenics exercises. Each semester all enrolled cadets will complete a one mile run, push-ups, and sit-ups (curl-ups) as part of their grade. The AFJROTC instructors have been trained in administering CPR, if needed.

2-3 GRADING SCALE: A= 90-100B =80-89C=70-79D=60-69

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F=59 and below 2-4. EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: AFJROTC offers a variety of after

school voluntary programs. Cadet participation in these activities is not a formal part of the cadet’s grade; however, cadets may receive promotion points for participation.

 Note: Participation is a key element in the AFJROTC program.

 2-5. TUTORING: If a cadet falls behind in his/her studies, has a problem comprehending the course material, or has difficulty applying leadership studies, he/she should see an instructor for extra help. Each instructor is available after school for tutorials and additional instruction/practice. However, Cadets are expected to take the initiative and ask for help. 2-6. PARENT CONFERENCES: We encourage parents to call or visit the school to

discuss their cadet’s progress. Please call the office (910) 455-4868 to schedule an appointment. We may also be reached through e-mail:

Lt Col Dollesin richard.dollesin@onslow.k12.nc.us  MSgt Garcia: thomas.garcia@onslow.k12.nc.us

CHAPTER THREECadet Corps

 3-1. GENERAL: All cadets enrolled in AFJROTC are members of the corps of

cadets. The corps of cadets is structured along the lines of an active Air Force

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unit. The overall unit is designated a Squadron. Each class in the squadron is called a Flight. Each flight is further divided into two or more Elements. Each level of organization has specified leadership and staff positions. Each position has a maximum rank authorized. The general rule is: the higher the rank, the more responsibilities and authority the cadet has and the more accountable the cadet is.

 3-2. UNIT DESIGNATION

a. Northside AFJROTC unit designation is NC-20052.b. The unit name is the “Monarch Squadron”. c. Command functions include those positions that direct the operations of

the squadron. These positions include the squadron commanders, squadron operations officer, flight commanders (in charge of flight), flight sergeants (second in command for flight), and element leaders (in charge of a group of cadets sitting in their row of seats).

d. Staff functions are established at the squadron and flight level to perform specific support functions, such as logistics, administration, personnel, and physical training.

3-3 Squadron GoalsThe goal of the squadron is to be cadet-run. That means cadets gain the required knowledge, experience, self-discipline, motivation, maturity, and work ethic to plan, organize and execute all cadet activities.

Community Impact Have the Squadron complete 300 hours of community service during SY17-18. Have all cadets participate in some type of activity.

Recruiting Goal Have recruiting team give presentations at all Onslow County Middle Schools to raise awareness about the AFJROTC unit at Northside High School

Physical Training Goal Have 60% of cadets pass the Presidential Fitness Challenge with a 50% average or higher

Academic GoalHave 85% of cadets maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher

Inspection GoalComplete AFJROTC unit self-inspection in Spring 2018 with a rating of at least “Meets Standards.”

 3-3. CADET POSITIONS AND ROTATION

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a. The SASI and ASI select the commanders and staff officers. The Cadet Squadron Commander may make recommendations for staff positions. Cadet officers must maintain at least an 85 academic average each grading period in AFJROTC, be passing all classes, and have exemplary behavior or they will be removed from officer status.

b. Cadet command and staff positions are normally changed at the beginning of each semester. Flight commander, flight sergeant, and element leader positions may be changed more often to give cadets an opportunity to experience leadership responsibilities.

Criteria for selection: performance, service, and potential for responsibility.

c. Only the SASI or ASI can remove a cadet from a position for cause. That means a cadet who isn’t performing his/her duties, doesn’t turn in assignments on time, fails to attend staff meetings, or has attitude/discipline problems will be removed from his/her position and be reduced in rank or will not be promoted during that promotion cycle. The Squadron Commander may recommend staff changes to SASI or ASI.

Command Positions:  

The SQUADRON COMMANDER (SQ/CC) will: 

1. Command the squadron and set the example in all activities.2. Ensure cadet appearance, discipline, training, and conduct meet AFJROTC

standards.3. Ensure cadet morale is a positive force in the corps.4. Oversee the cadet staff and ensure all staff members are performing their duties in

a satisfactory manner. Counsel any staff members who are not.5. Ensure all members of the cadet squadron have the opportunity to develop their

leadership skills commensurate with their potential and motivation.6. Develop and present the NC-20052 AFJROTC Cadet Briefing. The briefing will

be presented during the annual inspection and at other times directed by the instructors.

7. Conduct a weekly staff meeting.8. Be a member of the cadet advisory board.9. Immediately inform the SASI/ASI of any incident involving a cadet that could

embarrass the AFJROTC program.10. Immediately inform the SASI/ASI of any cadet who is injured or is seriously ill.

The DEPUTY SQUADRON COMMANDER will: 

1. Command the cadet squadron in the absence of the SQ/CC.2. As the Wing Inspector ensure:

a. The squadron is standardized in uniform wear and flight procedures.

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b. Weekly uniform inspections are conducted, inspection procedures are standardized, and grades are forwarded to the ASI.

3. Be responsible for liaison with the Reserve Component. Ensure communication is established and maintained.

4. Be a member of the cadet advisory board.  The OPERATIONS OFFICER (Ops Off) will:

1. Ensure all cadet operations are conducted in accordance with current Air Force AETC, AFJROTC, and corps instructions, directive policies, and procedures.

2. Oversee Flight Commanders.3. Relay information from the cadet operations to the squadron commander to the

flight commanders.4. Act as a liaison between flights and command staff.5. Performing other duties assigned by the Sq/CC.

The DRILL TEAM COMMANDER will: 

1. Command the Drill Team. (The Color Guard is an integral part of the Drill Team.)2. Recruit, organize, and train the Drill Team.3. Assist the ASI in scheduling Drill Team activities and competitions.4. Establish and publish policies and procedures (after approval of ASI).5. Ensure equitable distribution of duties and responsibilities.6. Ensure all members have the opportunity to lead commensurate with their

leadership potential and desire to lead.7. Supervise the Color Guard and Rifle Team Commanders.8. Ensure the Drill Team and individual members are recognized for superior

performance.9. Develop a system for tracking participation in specific Drill Team events/activities

and provide a list of participants to the Personnel Officer after each event.10. Provide the ASI a list of cadets who qualify for the Drill Team, Color Guard, and

Drill Competition Ribbon.

The ASSISTANT DRILL TEAM COMMANDER will: 

1. Command the Drill Team when the commander is absent.2. Assist the drill team commander in accomplishing all assigned tasks.3. Organize and command color guards for events and drill competitions.

 The FLIGHT COMMANDERS (FLT/CC) will: 

1. Command their separate flights.2. Ensure flight members maintain proper discipline, appearance and conduct.

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3. Perform opening and closing class procedures; ensure attendance is taken and correction sheets are completed as necessary.

4. Appoint project managers for flight projects and monitor progress to ensure proper planning, coordination, and execution.

5. Keep the flight tracker updated. Information can be gathered by finding academic, uniform, PT, and activity tracker.

6. Monitor behavior of cadets through use of the element leader sheets.

The Element Leaders will: 1. Record merits of cadets including flag detail, preparation for class, and

participation in PT. 2. Record any demerits of cadets. Such as missed flag detail, PT(not dressing

out), ISS, OSS, being tardy, not dressing for uniform, and lunch detention.3. Turn in element sheets to your flight commander.

The SPECIAL ASSISTANT will:  

1. Be responsible for any and all duties assigned to them by SQ/CC, Deputy Sq CC, and Ops Off.

The LOGISTICS OFFICER will: 

1. Assist the ASI with the issue, turn-in, inventory, and maintenance of accountable property.

2. Maintain and issue items from the supply store, such as ribbons, ribbon bars, and insignia.

3. Maintain, issue, and store special equipment and uniform items used by the Drill Team.

4. Ensure the supply area is kept clean, neat, and orderly at all times.5. Provide guidance and direction to the cadet corps on proper supply discipline.

 

The LOGISTICS NCOs will  

1. Assist the Logistics Officer in issuing, turn-in, and maintenance of uniforms and uniform items for the individual flights.

The PERSONNEL OFFICER will: 

1. Compile and maintain personnel records on all cadets. 2. Ensure each cadet reviews and verifies his/her record at least once per 6 weeks.3. Ensure cadets records are annotated to show:

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a. Awards and decorationsb. Promotionsc. Academic historyd. Command and staff positionse. Counseling sessions

4. Ensure job descriptions in this cadet handbook are current and complete.5. Maintain the unit manning document.

The PERSONNEL NCOs will: 

1. Assist the Personnel Officer in maintaining flight personnel records.2. Ensure flight personnel receive credit for all activities in which they participate.3. Notify the Flight Commander when cadets have completed requirements for a

ribbon.

The PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER (PA Officer) will: 

1. Ensure cadet activities and individual cadet accomplishments are recognized through school and local media sources.

2. Ensure newsworthy activities and events are forwarded to HQ AFROTC/JRS for publication in the “Air Force Junior ROTC Newsletter.”

3. Publish a cadet newsletter at least twice each semester. 4. Maintain a unit scrapbook and records that are important to the history of the unit.5. Submit squadron pictures to the yearbook staff.6. Use photos and videos to document cadet activities. Completed by 1 Dec and 30

days prior to the annual awards ceremony.7. Record the history of the unit using photos and video tape.8. Provide pictures for bulletin boards, newspaper articles, and television spots.

 

The PUBLIC AFFAIRS NCOs will:

1. Submit news-worthy articles to the PA Officer for publication in cadet newsletter.2. Accomplish PA Officer tasks as assigned.

 The RECRUITING OFFICER will: 

1. Plan, coordinate, and supervise cadet recruiting activities.2. Compile data on class demographics.3. Provide a list of names to the ASI of cadets who are eligible for the recruiting

ribbon not later than 1 Dec and 1 May.  The SPORTS AND FITNESS OFFICER will:

 

1. Plan, coordinate, and supervise the unit sports and fitness program. This program may include:

a. Team sports

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b. Flight competitionsc. Field Meets

2. Inform flight PT NCOs of planned activities for PT sessions.3. Maintain criteria for the Physical Fitness Ribbon.4. Evaluate cadets for the Physical Fitness Ribbon and provide the ASI a list of

eligible cadets no later than 1 Dec and 1 May.5. Maintain records for each cadet on the physical fitness test.6. Provide the Personnel Officer a list of all participants in sports and fitness events.7. Coordinate with the PA Officer to ensure newsworthy events/accomplishments are

publicized.UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT (UMD)

POSITION CADET RANK***  Squadron :

Commander 1st Lt. Deputy Commander 2nd Lt. Operations Officer 2nd Lt.

Assistant Operations Officer MSgt Special Assistants N/ALogistics Officer 2nd Lt.Personnel Officer 2nd Lt. Public Affairs Officer 2nd Lt.Public Affairs NCO SSgtRecruiting Officer 2nd Lt. Sports and Fitness Officer 2nd Lt. Raider Team Commander 2nd Lt. Drill Team Commander 2nd Lt. Assistant Drill Team Commander TSgt

Flight:Commander 2nd Lt. Flight Sergeant SSgtElement Leader ABLogistics NCO SSgtPersonnel NCO SSgtSports and Fitness NCO SSgtPublic Affairs NCO SSgt

Basic cadets Amn/A1C/SrA  ***The cadet rank listed for each position is the minimum rank required for that position.

3-4 CADET RANK AND PROMOTIONS General. Promotions are an integral part of the AFJROTC program and are designed

to reward individuals when their performance meets the standards outlined below. Promotions are a privilege, not a right. They are recognition for superior performance. A cadet’s surest path to promotion is through hard work,

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initiative, self-discipline, loyalty, selflessness and consistent performance. Accordingly, the SASI and ASI reserve the right to deny promotion to a cadet who is disruptive in class, does not adhere to AFJROTC customs and courtesies or dress and bearing, or exhibits any other action prejudicial to good order within the cadet squadron, or who has been suspended from school.

Permanent Grades. The grade for the first year is Cadet Airman, the second year is Cadet Airman First Class, the third year is Senior Airman, and the fourth year is Staff Sergeant. Further permanent promotions can be made during each grading period.

a) Cadets are given three chances to be promoted each semester, but can only be promoted twice a semester. Cadets are eligible to be promoted to the next rank and earn greater responsibilities.

Exceptions may be made when qualified upper classmen are not available or eligible, or when the SASI or ASI believe that a cadet has demonstrated an outstanding achievement or effort determines it. Promotions are based on the “whole person” concept. The following general criteria will be used:

1. Test : +50pts Max.2. PT: +2 points for participation and dress a day +5 per each event passed +10 for

200 points +15 for 300 points 3. Activities : +5 per activity; cadets must have at least one activity per promotion

cycle.4. Merit :

a. Elements are given sheets to monitor behavior, attitude, and preparation in class. When an entire element is prepared and ready for class, they all get an extra +1 point towards the flight competition. Another instance is when cadets complete all six days of their assigned flag detail. If a cadet completes all assigned days, they will get +1 promotion point.

b. Cadets will receive +1 promotion point per drill team practice attendedc. +3 promotion points per day for behavior and participation as determined

by SASI and ASId. +1 promotion point for every flag detail performed

5. Demerit :a. -2 promotion points for every drill team practice missed without a written

excuse.b. -1 promotion point for each missed flag detail.c. -1 promotion point for forgetting pencil paper, or books.d. -1 promotion point per detention, -2 promotion points per ISS, -2 promotion

points for late class, -3 promotion points per OSS.e. -5 promotions points for every day the uniform is worn late. -30 promotion

points for missing a uniform wear.

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Promotion Requirements for All ranks1. Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC.2. Must have at least 150 pts. by the end of each promotion period to be eligible for

promotion (points do not carry over).3. Must have not received 5 behavior demerits during the promotion period.

 Automatic Promotion Disqualifications:

1. Receiving OSS2. Receiving ISS - exceeding one full day3. Not dressing out for PT 2 times4. Receiving a 0 for a uniform grade

 Spot Promotions.

The SASI or ASI can promote individuals to a higher rank based on exceptional service to the AFJROTC program. These promotions will be the exception and are used to recognize and reward cadets who have not reached the maximum rank for their position and who have performed above and beyond the call of duty in support of AFJROTC.

Leadership School Promotions.

After attending one of the approved leadership schools, i.e., Fayetteville State Cadet Officer Leadership School, National Honor Society, Governor’s School, or any other leadership school, a cadet is eligible for promotion. These schools MUST be approved prior to promotion.

AS1 cadets will be promoted to SSgt in their AS2 year.Upcoming AS3 cadets, after attending leadership school, will be promoted to the

rank of Second Lieutenant if they have only attended leadership school once.Additional attendance at a leadership school (i.e., return as cadre staff) will result

in a promotion of one grade.

DemotionsDetermined by the SASI or the ASI.

 

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Enlisted Ranks

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3-5. CHAIN OF COMMAND: The Air Force has a hierarchical structure. That means the people in positions of leadership and at higher staff levels have higher rank and more responsibility than individuals at lower levels of the organization. Age and school class is not a determining factor in a military structure, rank takes precedence. Therefore, cadets are expected to pay proper respect to higher-ranking cadet officers and enlisted personnel. Some cardinal rules about operating in a military environment are:

 a. Always follow the orders of a higher-ranking cadet unless the order violates the

law or customary ethical and moral standards.b. Lower ranking cadets should always acknowledge higher ranking cadets and

instructors as ma’am or sir.c. Higher-ranking cadets will never abuse their authority. When giving an order, the

order must not violate legal, ethical, or moral standards. Orders must be related to AFJROTC and must be official, not personal in nature. In other words, cadets must use their authority for the betterment of AFJROTC, not for personal gain or to boost their ego. Abuse of authority is a serious offense and will result in loss of rank and position.

d. AFJROTC does not tolerate any type of fraternization. 1.) Cadet Officers and Enlisted cadets are not allowed to date. 2.) Cadets found in violation of this policy may lose rank and the cadet

officer will be replaced in his/her job.

 

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3-5 Air force Chain of Command

Commander in chief

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Secretary of Defense

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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

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Secretary of the Air Force

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Chief of Staff of the Air Force

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Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

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Air Education and Training Command CC

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Air University CC

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Holm Center CC

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Director AF JROTC

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3-5Cadet Chain Of Command

Squadron Commander _____________________________ Deputy Squadron Commander _____________________________ Special Assistants _____________________________ Operations Officer _____________________________ Assistant Operations Officer _____________________________ Drill Team Commander _____________________________ Drill Team Assistant Commander _____________________________ Raider Team Commander _____________________________ Logistics Officer _____________________________  Personnel Officer _____________________________  Public Affairs Officer _____________________________

Public Affairs NCO _____________________________ Recruiting Officer _____________________________ Recruiting NCO _____________________________ Sports and Fitness Officer _____________________________   

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Flight Commanders Flight Sergeant

A/D _____________________ ______________________ B/E _____________________ ______________________

C/F _____________________ ______________________ Flight PT NCO Logistics NCO A/D _____________________ ______________________ B/E _____________________ ______________________ C/F ______________________ ______________________ Flight Personnel NCOs

A/D _____________________  B/E _____________________

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CHAPTER FOURStandards of Behavior

 4-1. GENERAL. The AFJROTC program expects cadets to display self-discipline, good

manners and proper military courtesy at all times. Courtesy is a quality of human association that enables people to live in harmony and function efficiently. Military courtesy includes an outward display of mutual respect for each other. In the AFJROTC environment, we teach specific acts of courtesy and politeness that every cadet must understand and support. Cadets in Leadership Education will learn military customs and courtesies. Therefore, this handbook will review common practices cadets are expected to comply with on a daily basis. Actions that violate these rules will impact the cadet’s merits, rank, participation in extracurricular activities, and competition for awards. Significant or consistent acts of disrespect will eliminate a cadet from future AFJROTC courses. In addition, we expect our cadets to exhibit proper conduct not only in AFJROTC, but throughout the school. Cadets who are chronically in trouble in other classes, are regularly sent to chill-out or who have multiple suspensions will jeopardize their opportunity to continue in AFJROTC courses.

 4-2. ATTITUDE. Your attitude is a state of mind that affects your thoughts and actions. A

positive attitude is the single most important ingredient for becoming a successful cadet. Come with an open mind, a willingness to learn, a desire to improve yourself, the courage to take risks and make mistakes, and you will excel in our program.

4-3. MILITARY COURTESY AND PROPER ETIQUETTE.1. Use of Titles: Civilians are addressed as Mr., Mrs., Miss, or Ms. Military personnel are

addressed by their rank. Address the SASI as Col., Sir, or Col. Dollesin. Address the ASI as Sir, or MSgt Garcia, First Sergeant or Sgt Garcia. Cadets should address each other as Cadet (rank) (last name). Address the SASI, ASI, and all higher-ranking cadet officers as “Sir” or “Ma’am”

2. Saluting: When in uniform, it is customary for cadets to salute the SASI or cadet officer of higher rank when outdoors. You must also salute when reporting in to the SASI, ASI, or senior cadet officer.

3. Conversation etiquette: Cadets should exhibit good etiquette by using the words “Please” and “Thank you” in discussions. Also, do not interrupt others when they are talking. Speak to others as you would like them to speak to you!

4. Office Courtesy. When entering the SASI or ASI office, always report in. Never enter when the SASI/ASI has someone else in the office.

a. Office report in/out procedures: Before entering: knock once, wait to be asked in, then salute and report in by saying, “Sir, Cadet (last name) Reports” and wait for the SASI/ASI to return the salute then ask or say what you need to. When done salute and say “thank you” when salute is returned.

 

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4-4. CODE OF CONDUCT.I understand that participation in AFJROTC is a privilege, not a right, and I will behave in a manner consistent with being a good citizen and reflecting positively on Northside HS and AFJROTC. If I fail to behave in such a manner anytime during the school year either in or out of AFJROTC, I will be placed on probation and may be evaluated for removal from the program.

1. If I get suspended (OSS or ISS), I will be placed on probation within AFJROTC.2. I understand I must behave in an ethical manner consistent with the Cadet Honor

Code. If I lie, cheat, plagiarize, or steal I will be placed on probation within AFJROTC. If I have a second offense for cheating or plagiarizing I will be removed from the AFJROTC program.

3. If I am found with drugs, alcohol, or other illegal substances, I will be placed on probation and will have an immediate hearing to evaluate my removal from AFJROTC.

4. If I get into trouble with authorities outside of school I may be placed on probation and could have and immediate hearing at the discretion of the SASI and ASI.

5. I understand that Physical Training (PT) is a required part of AFJROTC and I am required to wear my PT clothes and participate each week unless excused in writing by my parent/guardian or doctor. I will dress out unless specifically excused in writing by my parent/guardian. If I fail to dress out, I will not be allowed to participate in PT, but will work accomplishing custodial duties during the class period. If I fail to dress out or participate 3 times, I will be placed on probation and may not be allowed to return to AFJROTC.

6. If I am placed on probation, I will be notified in writing by the SASI and will be able to provide a written explanation of what happened. Probation will last for 4 school weeks. Additional probation earned while already on probation will not be served until after the previous one is finished.

7. If I am placed on probation, I will lose my field trip privilege during that time, be ineligible for promotion during the next promotion cycle, and could be reduced in rank and/or lose my AFJROTC job. Prior to the end of each semester, all cadets who have been on probation during the year will be reviewed for continuation in AFJROTC and may have to meet for a hearing with the SASI or ASI.

8. I am entitled to have my parents/guardians present at my hearing. I will be allowed to explain my side of the story. I understand that after the hearing, the SASI, ASI, and administration will discuss and make a decision about my placement within AFJROTC. I understand that the SASI, ASI, and administration’s decision is final. I will receive written notification of that decision.

 

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4-5 CLASSROOM PROCEDURESA. Each day, cadets will check the cadet bulletin board for announcements and cadet

officers will check in-box for announcements.B. When the bell rings to begin class, the Flight Sergeant will call the class to attention and

complete the opening procedures1. Cadet Creed, Cadet Honor Code, and Cadet Core values.2. Flt/Sgt will then have the Element Leaders report.

*Flt/Sgt: “Element leaders report.”*Element leaders: when reporting in go to attention, face the Flt/Sgt, salute, and say, “Element (1/2/3/4), all cadets present and/or accounted for Sir/ Ma’am” if missing cadets from element say “Element (1/2/3/4) (# of cadets) missing Sir/Ma’am” and wait for returned salute.

3. Flt/Sgt then reports into Flt/CC after all elements report.*Flt/Sgt: “All cadets present and/or accounted for sir/Ma’am”, or “(# or cadets) missing Sir/ Ma’am”

4. Flt/CC then Reports in to the SASI/ASI.*Flt/CC: “All cadets present and/or accounted for class ready for instruction, Sir.” or “(#of cadets) missing class ready for instruction Sir.”

5.  The SASI/ASI then directs all cadets to “Take your seats” 

4-6. CLASS RULESa. Be on time, or bring a pass explaining why you are late. Cadets must be standing

next to their desk at PARADE REST when the second bell rings with all class materials.

b. Do not Fall out of formation without permission!c. Raise your hand to be recognized before speakingd. NO gum, food, drink (with the exception of water), heads on desk, or sleeping in

class.e. Do not ask to be excused to go to the bathroom unless it is an emergency.f. When the SASI and ASI are out of the classroom, the Flight Commander is in charge,

regardless of the rank of other cadets in the classroomg. The first cadet to see one of the following individuals enter the classroom will call the

room to attention:i. School Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent

ii. School principal or assistant principaliii. Any military officer in uniform

 4-7. ACCESS TO AFJROTC CLASSROOM AND COMPUTERS.

a. Cadets are authorized to be in the classroom before school and after school. The SASI or ASI must be in the area.

b. The SASI, ASI offices and logistics area are off limits unless the SASI or ASI specifically grant access.

c. Computer Access. Cadets may use a computer with the permission of the SASI or ASI. Priority for computer use is (1) AFJROTC work and (2) other

school work. Personal disk/ software WILL NOT be used with AFJROTC computers. More-over, cadets will not make any changes to computer settings!!!

d. Cadets may use the internet ONLY when either the SASI or ASI is in the AFJROTC

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classroom. 4-8. PHYSICAL DISCIPLINE AND HAZING. Any form of hazing, whether verbal or physical, will not be tolerated within any AFJROTC unit or activity. In addition, requiring cadets, individually or as a group, to perform any physical action as a reprimand, punishment, or for failure to perform will also not be tolerated.

a. Examples of prohibited physical activities include, but are not limited to: push-ups, running laps, or any inappropriate physical contact such as shoving, pulling or grabbing.

b. Any form of verbal abuse, teasing, public rebuke or any attempt to otherwise humiliate a cadet is prohibited.

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CHAPTER FIVEExtracurricular Activities

 5-1. EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: These activities are the “bread and butter” of the

AFJROTC program. They are activities that occur outside of normal classroom periods and offer cadets the opportunity to use the knowledge and skills they have learned in class. Cadets who participate in these activities improve their management, team-building and leadership skills; gain self-confidence and self-esteem; and earn ribbons. They are also more competitive for awards, promotions, and leadership positions. Cadets can participate in these activities for both semesters even though they are only enrolled in AFJROTC for one semester. All extracurricular activities are planned, organized, and coordinated by cadets. This is where cadets put their knowledge, experience, human relation skills, and leadership abilities to the test. Instructors monitor, mentor, console and advise.

a. Color Guard. The Color Guard presents the colors at school sporting events, in parades, and at community functions. The team practices after school, normally two days a week. A cadet commands the team. Members of the Color Guard can earn the Color Guard Ribbon; and the Activities Ribbon for meeting attendance and competition requirements.

b. Service Projects. AFJROTC encourages service to school and community. Therefore, cadets can volunteer for various service projects. Ongoing projects include directing car parking for football games, and marching in local parades. The cadet staff can schedule other projects with the approval of the SASI. Cadets earn a Service Ribbon for participating in the appropriate number of projects.

c. Fund Raising. The cadet corps needs to raise money to support its activities. Funds go to defray the costs of such activities as the Military Ball and/or Cadet Dining-

In, and the Annual Awards Banquet. Participation counts toward Service and Activities Ribbons.

d. Co-Curricular Activities. Co-curricular activities are military functions that directly support what is taught in the curriculum. These activities may

include a Military Ball, Dining-In/Out, and Awards Banquet. Cadets are responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, funding, and leading these events. Cadets who are responsible for an event and do an excellent job can earn the Co-Curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon.

Kitty-Hawk Air Society. KHAS is the academic honor society of AFJROTC that promotes high academic standards, school and community service, self-confidence, and initiative. Develops leadership school abilities, recognizes academic excellence, and furthers members’ knowledge of the Air Force role in aerospace.

Military Ball Committee. This committee is in charge of planning, leading, initiating, executing, and documenting the military ball.

Awards Ceremony Committee. This committee is in charge of planning, leading,

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initiating, executing, and documenting the award ceremony. Squadron Day Committee. This committee is in charge of planning, leading,

initiating, executing, and documenting squadron day. Cyber Patriot Model Rocketry. The designing, building, and flying of small rockets that are

made of paper, plastic, balsa wood, or any other lightweight material. A model rocketry program can provide an exciting introduction for cadets to understand concepts of aerospace engineering and design and the basic concepts of flight and space. It motivates cadets to attain a greater knowledge of aerospace studies and arouse interest in aerospace careers.

RC Aircraft. Provide an exciting introduction for cadets to participate in the design and the basic concepts of flight. Motivate cadets to attain a greater knowledge of aerospace studies and arouse interest in aerospace careers.

e. CIA Trips. The unit must take a minimum of one CIA trip per academic term. All cadets have the opportunity to participate in a CIA trip. The SASI or ASI are responsible for the supervision of these trips. To be eligible for trips, cadets must have excellent conduct records, turn in required forms, have 4 or less absences, and have a passing grade in AFJROTC. Cadets may have to pay for room, meals, and transportation. Our field trips focus on life in the military, aerospace subjects, and self-esteem building activities.

f. Field Meet. Each semester all cadets participate in a squadron field meet, where they compete against West Craven High School cadets in the squadron in

drill and physical fitness events. This field meet is mandatory. Flights are divided into teams. AS4’s act as referees, while AS1’s, AS2’s, and AS3’s from both schools participate in the events.

g. AFJROTC Summer Leadership Schools. Cadets can attend week-long summer leadership schools sponsored by AFJROTC. Cadets can go to the AFJROTC Cadet Officer Leadership School at Fayetteville State University and other SASI approved leadership schools.

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CHAPTER SIXAwards and Decorations

6-1. GENERAL: Cadets can earn ribbons and compete for awards in AFJROTC. Each decoration recognizes outstanding performance in academics, leadership, service and citizenship. The SASI and ASI select cadets for awards and decorations. Decorations are presented at appropriate ceremonies during the academic year. All national awards and AFJROTC ribbons that are limited by percentages are presented at the Annual Awards Banquet at the end of the spring semester.

 6-2 AFJROTC-SPONSORED AWARDS:

Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Award. This award recognizes one outstanding third-year cadet. The recipient must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and maintain consistent academic and military excellence.

 Distinguished Unit Award (DUA). Awarded to cadets enrolled during the academic year when a unit is selected by HQ AFJROTC to receive the DUA. Units have to set and accomplish goals for the year to attain this award. AFJROTC Operations Support will post specific criteria for this award annually in WINGS.

 Outstanding Organization Award. This award recognizes AFJROTC units that have performed above normal expectation and that have distinguished themselves throughout service to their school and community while meeting the AFJROTC mission of producing better citizens of America.

 Outstanding Flight Ribbon. Awarded each academic term to members of the outstanding flight. Flights are rated based on academic grades, uniform grades, attendance, participation, physical fitness scores, merit/demerits, and the overall quality of the flight’s contribution to program. Data is tracked by the Flight Commander from each class.

There will be five categories that are all weighted equally to determine best flight. All categories will be recorded every week. The flight that has the highest average wins overall.

i. Academic Average: This is determined by the average of all the cadets’ final 6- week grades. This is to be found at the end of every six weeks.

ii. Presidential Fitness Average: This is determined by the averaged flight PFC scores

iii. Uniform Inspection Average: This is calculated by the flights overall average.

iv. Activities: This is determined by the average of the Classes participation in Activities.

v. Behavior: a. Points will be deducted for late class, ISS, OSS or detention

i. Late class/detention: 1 point ii. ISS: 3 points

iii. OSS: 5 points

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Top Performer Award. The Cadet Top Performer Award is a Headquarters, AFJROTC award presented to a maximum of 2% of the current unit cadet corps population (unduplicated headcount). All currently enrolled cadets may be considered. Specific consideration should be given to cadets not previously recognized for superior performance. The award consists of a certificate and a ribbon. The SASI may nominate candidates to their respective Regional Director. Regional Directors will present awards to nominees during their visit unless personal observation of the cadet warrants otherwise.

Leadership Ribbon. Awarded for outstanding performance in a position of leadership as an AFROTC cadet in corps training activities. Limited to 5% of the eligible group to ensure recognition of cadets who have displayed outstanding leadership ability above and beyond expected performance.

 Achievement Ribbon. Awarded for sustained significant achievement. Recipients are those cadets who have done to most to ensure the success of the squadron. This award is limited to 5% of the cadet corps.

 Superior Performance Ribbon. Awarded annually for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of AFJROTC. Presented for a single or sustained performance of a superior nature. Cadets must show a willingness to accept additional responsibility, be a team player, and demonstrate they understand the meaning of commitment. Limited to 10% of the cadet corps

Academic Ribbon. Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall grade point average of at least 3.0 for one semester. Students must have an “A” average in AFJROTC over the same grading period.

 Leadership School Ribbon. Awarded for completion of an approved leadership school program of at least 5 days duration. Add an “H” Device for completion of an Air Force Honors Camp (provided by HQ AFJROTC at camp site). Add a silver star for outstanding performance or leadership ability at a Leadership School. This ribbon may only be earned once.

 Outstanding Cadet Ribbon. Awarded annually to the outstanding AS-I, AS-II, AS-III, and AS-IV cadet. The recipients must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attribute, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic and military excellence.

 Special teams Ribbon. Awarded to drill team members for “placing” in an Air Force or Joint Service drill meet.

 Orienteering Competition Ribbon. Awarded to team members for “placing” in an orienteering event.

 Co-curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon. Awarded for leadership in AFJROTC co-curricular activities (such as Dining-In Chairperson, Military Ball Chairperson, etc.).

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The recipient must have demonstrated exceptional leadership in achieving objectives through the coordinated efforts of others.

 

  Drill Team Ribbon. Awarded for distinguished participation in drill team events. The drill team establishes participation requirements. Awarded once per semester.

 Color Guard Ribbon. Awarded to Color Guard members who have participated in 5 color guard events, including competitive and non-competitive events. .

Good Conduct Ribbon. Awarded to cadets with no suspensions of any kind, no detentions, no referrals to chill-out for behavior problems and no adverse reports from other staff or faculty in a semester.

Service Ribbon. Awarded for distinctive performance in school, community, or AFJROTC service projects. Limited to members whose active participation in a service project contributed significantly to the goals of the organization. The ribbon is presented to cadets who complete 10 service hours. The service ribbon is awarded only once per semester. Additional service ribbons are designated by clusters on the basic ribbon.

 Health and Wellness. Awarded by the SASI for participation in the PFC Program. All cadets who participate in the Presidential Physical Fitness Program will receive the Physical Fitness Ribbon. Scores are based off of the PFC percentile and are the combined total of the three event percentiles. (Right-Angle Push-Ups, Curl Ups, One Mile Run/Walk)

PT ribbons and devices awarded:250-300: ribbon and gold star200-250: ribbon and silver star150-200: ribbon and a bronze star100 and lower: ribbon

 Recruiting Ribbon. Awarded for outstanding effort in support of unit recruiting activities. Limit to 10% of the cadet corps each academic year. (This limit may be exceeded for cadets who can show they personally recruited at least 2 students.)

 Activities Ribbon. Awarded for participation in formally scheduled co-curricular competitive activities such as drill competitions, color guard competitions,

parades, field meets, etc. In addition, cadets who participate in 5 voluntary AFJROTC activities are eligible to wear the ribbon. One ribbon may be awarded each semester. 

Attendance Ribbon. Awarded to cadets with no more than 2 absents and 2 unexcused lates in a semester.

 

Dress and Appearance Ribbon. Awarded for wearing the uniform on all designated uniform days and conforming to all AFJROTC dress and appearance standards. Limited to 25% of the cadet corps.

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

 CAP Awards. Only five CAP ribbons (General Carl Spaatz Award, General Ira C.

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Eaker Award, Amelia Earhart Award, General Billy Mitchell Award, and the General J. F. Curry Achievement Award) may be worn on the AFJROTC uniform. Units should contact the nearest CAP unit to obtain awards, invite presenters, or obtain any guidance on criteria or presentation.

6-3 NC-20052 AWARDS:

The current list of squadron awards is listed below. The SASI, ASI, or cadet commanders may submit other awards for consideration. The SASI is the final approval authority for NC-20052 awards.

 Flight Certificate Badge. Awarded to any cadet who possesses a private pilot’s certificate for either powered or un-powered aircraft.

 

Awareness Presentation Team Badge. Awarded for participation in awareness presentation team briefings. Must complete two team/self presentations to receive badge.

 

Kitty Hawk Air Society Badge. Awarded to cadets who are members of the Kitty Hawk Air Society. To be a member, a cadet must have an “A” in Aerospace Science and a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher. The SASI must recommend cadets. A cadet can wear the badge only while a member of the chapter.

 

Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Academic Cadet Award. Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall 3.3 grade point average. The cadet cannot have received any grade below a “C’ on their transcript.

 Academy Modeling of Aeronautics (AMA) Wings. Awarded to cadets who are members of a local AMA chartered model airplane club. Contact the AMA (list of award contacts is located in WINGS under the Cadet Awards folder) to obtain badge for qualifying cadets.

 

Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Badge. This annual award consists of a certificate and the Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet badge. The award recognizes one outstanding third-year cadet selected at the end of each school year. This allows the recipient to wear the award their final year in the AFJROTC program. The recipient must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and maintain consistent academic and military excellence.

 

Model Rocketry Badge. Awarded to cadets who have fulfilled model rocketry program requirements. Program requirements are listed in the Model Rocketry Handbook available in the WINGS Library in the Guide and Handbooks folder.

 

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6-5. Cadet(s) Of The Month

Once a month, every month, a cadet from each AS Class will be selected to be the cadet of the month for their AS class based on the following criteria:

a. Grades - Must be passing all classes and have at least a “B” in their AFJROTC Class.

b. Motivation - Must be motivated both in class and outside extracurricular AFJROTC activities.

c. Leadership - Must show leadership during class.

d. Initiative - Must show that they can take the initiative at any given time.

e. Attitude - Must have a positive attitude.

f. Uniform - Must wear uniform on all designated uniform days and do well on their uniform inspections.

*At the end of each month the squadron staff will come together to put in their vote for whom they feel deserve the title “cadet of the month” for the following month. Only AS-4s may decide on these selections for there will only be a “cadet of the month” for the AS-1s, AS-2s, and AS-3s.

**IF CADET HAS ANY BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS, UNIFORM DAYS MISSED OR FAILED, THEY WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THE SELECTIONS.**

 

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CHAPTER SEVENUNIFORM

7-1. GENERAL. This chapter contains guidance on the proper wear of the uniform. This information is in addition to information in the Leadership I textbook.

7-2. RIBBONS OF OTHER SERVICES. Cadets are authorized to wear ribbons earned while enrolled in AFJROTC programs of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. In addition, Civil Air Patrol ribbons (General Spaatz, Amelia Earhart, General Mitchell, and General Curry Awards only) may be worn. Other Services ribbons are grouped by service (in order of precedence) in the following order: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. Other services’ ribbons are worn below Air Force ribbons. Active duty insignia or badges are not authorized.

7-3. MEDAL AND RIBBON WEAR. Medals and ribbons may be worn simultaneously for formal, semiformal, or special occasions of a limited nature. The routine wear of medals and ribbons is prohibited. Examples of appropriate occasions are the Military Ball and the Annual Awards Ceremony. The squadron commander may ask permission for personnel to wear medals and ribbons at other times--the ASI is the approval authority.

7-4. INSIGNIA.a. Name tags. The blue plastic name tags are not worn on the windbreaker (lightweight

jacket) or the 1620 service dress coat. Only nickel plated name tags are authorized to be worn on the 1620 service dress coat.

b. AFJROTC Shoulder Patch. The shoulder patch will be worn on all outer garments with exception of pants.

c. Aiguillettes (Shoulder Cords). Aiguillettes distinguish leadership and staff positions and members of special groups. The shoulder cord is worn on the left shoulder. Only one shoulder cord can be worn at a time (example: a Flt Sgt who is also on the drill team will not wear the Flt Sgt cord while participating in a drill team competition). The ASI is approval authority for shoulder cords. The ASI will publish a shoulder cord list each semester. Chart for designated colors for positions on pg. 40

7-5. OPTIONAL UNIFORM AND ACCESSORY ITEMSa. Shoes. Cadets may purchase black platen leather shoes (“shiny" military style shoes.) (AS-3 & AS-4’s only)

7-6. GROOMING STANDARDS

1. Eyeglasses/Sunglasses: If you wear glasses, they must not have any ornaments on the frames or lenses. Eyeglass lenses that are conservative, clear, slightly tinted, or have photosensitive lenses may be worn in uniform while indoors or while in military formation. When outdoors and in uniform, sunglasses and eyeglasses must have lenses and frames that are conservative; faddish or mirrored lenses are prohibited. Sunglasses are not allowed while in a military formation. Neither eyeglasses nor sunglasses can be worn around the neck while in uniform.

2. Tattoos or Brands: Whether you are in or out of uniform, tattoos or brands anywhere on the body are not allowed if they are obscene or if they advocate sexual, racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination. Tattoos or brands that might harm good order and discipline or bring discredit upon the Air Force are also barred, whether you are in or out of uniform. Excessive tattoos or brands, even though they do not violate the prohibitions in the above paragraph, will not be exposed or visible (including visible through the uniform) while in uniform. Excessive is defined as any tattoo or brands that exceed one-quarter of the exposed body part, and those above the collar bone and readily visible when wearing an open collar uniform. The SASI may exercise discretion if a new cadet arrives with a tattoo that may not be in full compliance with the above guidance. The tattoo may be covered up with a skin- colored bandage while in uniform and still participate in the program. However, tattoos and brands should be discouraged. The cadet should be counseled on the fact that tattoos and brands may preclude him or her from serving in the military.

3. Body Piercings: Cadets in uniform are not allowed to attach or display objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation to or through the ear, nose, tongue, or any exposed body part (including anything that might be visible through the uniform). Female cadets in uniform, however, are allowed to wear conservative earrings, pierced or clip style, in their earlobes.

MALE:

1. Jewelry: While in uniform, you may wear a wristwatch and rings, but no more than three rings at any one time. You may wear one bracelet if it is neat and conservative. However, the bracelet must not detract from military image, must not be wider than one-half inch, and must not subject anyone to potential injury. You may not wear ornaments on your head or around your neck. Thumb rings are not allowed in uniform. Colored bracelets that support a cause are not allowed.

2. Fingernails: Male cadets are not authorized to wear nail polish.

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3. Hair: Keep your hair clean, neat, and trimmed. It must not contain large amounts of grooming aids such as greasy creams, oils, and sprays that remain visible in the hair. When your hair is groomed, it should not touch your ears or eyebrows, and only the closely cut or shaved hair on the back of your neck should touch the collar. Your hair should not exceed 1 1⁄4 inch in bulk regardless of the length. Bulk is the distance that the hair projects from the scalp when groomed (as opposed to length of the hair). The bulk and length of your hair must not interfere with wearing any Air Force headgear properly, and it must not protrude below the front band of the headgear. Your hair must have a tapered appearance on both sides and back, both with and without headgear. A tapered appearance means that, when viewed from any angle, the outline of the hair on the side and back will generally match the shape of the skull, curving inward to the end point. Your hair may not contain or have attached to it any visible foreign items. If you dye your hair, it should look natural. You may not dye your hair an unusual color or one that contrasts with your natural coloring. You may have sideburns if they are neatly trimmed and tapered in the same manner as your haircut. Sideburns must be straight and of even width (not flared) and end in a clean-shaven horizontal line. They may not extend below the lowest part of the outer ear opening. No extreme of faddish hair styles are allowed. Hair may not protrude below the front band of properly worn headgear.

FEMALES: 1. Hair: Your hair will be no longer than the bottom of the collar edge at the back of the

neck. Your hairstyle must be conservative—no extreme or faddish styles are allowed. Hair Weaves are authorized as long as they adhere to the following criteria. It should look professional and allow you to wear uniform headgear in the proper manner; your hair must not be too full or too high on the head. Hair must be able to be placed in a 3” bun (maximum of 3 inches). In addition, your hairstyle shouldn’t need many grooming aids. If you use pins, combs, barrettes, elastic bands or similar items, they must be plain, similar in color to your hair, and modest in size. Wigs or hairpieces must also conform to these guidelines. Hair will not contain excessive amount of grooming aids or touch eyebrows. Hair color/ highlights/frosting (must not be faddish). Examples of natural looking for human beings: Blonde/Brunette/ Natural Red/Black/Grey. No shaved heads or flat-top hairstyles for women. Braids, Micro-braids and cornrows are authorized. However, they must be a natural looking color similar to the individual’s hair color; conservative (moderate, being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme) and not present a faddish appearance. A braid is three or more portions/strands of interwoven hair. When worn, multiple braids shall be of uniform dimension, small in diameter (approx. ¼ inches), show no more than ¼ inch of scalp between the braids and must be tightly interwoven to present a neat, professional and well-groomed appearance. Braids must continue to the end of the hair in one direction, in a straight line, and may be worn loose or secured style within hair standards. Dreadlocks, (defined as portions of hair that have

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been intentionally or unintentionally fused together to form a loc or locs), shaved head, flat-tops and military high and tight cuts are not authorized hairstyles for female cadets.

2. Fingernails: If worn by female cadets, nail polish will be a single color that does not distinctly contrast with the female cadet’s complexion, detract from the uniform, or be extreme colors. Some examples of extreme colors included, but are not limited to, purple, gold, blue, black, bright (fire engine) red and florescent colors. Do not apply designs to nails or apply two-tone or multi-tone colors. However, white-tip French manicures are authorized. Fingernails must not exceed ¼ inch in length beyond the tip of the finger and must be clean and well groomed.

3. Skirt: The length of your skirt may not vary beyond the top and bottom of the kneecap. Your skirt should fit smoothly, should hang naturally, and must not be excessively tight. You must wear hosiery with the skirt. Choose a sheer nylon in a neutral dark brown, black, off-black, or dark blue shade that complements the uniform and your skin tone.

4. Jewelry: Female cadets in uniform may wear earrings if the earrings are conservative and kept within sensible limits. For example, you may wear one small spherical (diamond, gold, white pearl, or silver) pierced or clip earring on each earlobe. The earring worn in each earlobe must match. Earrings should fit tightly without extending below the earlobes, unless they are clip earrings. Male cadets in uniform may not wear earrings.

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CHAPTER 8SPORTS AND FITNESS

8-1 Presidential Fitness Challenge 

1. The PFC is designed to evaluate an individual’s physical fitness against a standard set of criteria and is used in our promotion system.

2. Cadets are evaluated on three events: Curl-ups, right angle push-ups, and the one mile walk/run.

3. PFC Rules:a. Order of events is curl-ups, push-ups, and the mile run. There is a 5 minute rest

period between events. b. Exercises must be performed properly to countc. Curl-ups (One minute time limit):

i. Performed with the knees raised and hands behind the head, or chest or on the head. If a cadet “Throws” their hands forward to assist in pulling up, the sit-up doesn’t count.

ii. A sit-up requires the cadet to raise their back at least 45 degrees and the elbows touch the knees. Cadets must begin each sit-up with their backs touching the ground.

iii. Cadets may rest in the up position no longer than 5 seconds.

d. Push-ups (No time limit):

i. All cadets will do push-ups the same way!ii. Cadets begin in the down position, move up until the upper arms are fully

extended, then move down until the upper arms are parallel to the ground, (90 degree elbow bends) then back up until arms are fully extended.

iii. The back must be in a straight line, hands no more than shoulder-width apart. Feet may be together, but no more than shoulder-width apart.

iv. Each push-up will be done in a three-second interval

e. One-Mile Walk/run (No Time Limit) 

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Curl-Ups

BoysPercentile Scores Based on Age/Test in # of Curl-ups in 60 secondsPERCENTILE 13 14 15 16 17+

100 76 79 81 77 7395 59 62 62 62 6190 55 58 59 58 5785 53 56 57 56 5580 51 54 55 53 5375 50 52 53 51 5170 48 51 51 50 5065 46 49 50 48 4860 45 48 49 48 4655 43 47 47 46 4550 42 45 45 45 4445 41 44 44 44 4340 40 42 43 42 4135 39 41 41 40 4030 38 40 40 40 4025 36 39 38 38 3820 34 37 36 37 3615 32 35 35 35 3510 30 33 32 31 325 26 28 29 27 270 0 0 0 6 1

GirlsPercentile Scores Based on Age/Test in # of Curl-ups in 60 seconds

PERCENTILE 13 14 15 16 17+100 72 72 74 77 6795 52 53 55 53 5390 50 49 51 49 4785 46 47 48 45 4480 44 45 46 43 4175 42 43 44 41 4070 42 42 41 40 3865 40 41 40 38 3760 40 40 39 37 3655 38 39 37 36 3550 37 37 36 35 3445 36 36 35 34 3340 35 35 34 33 3135 33 34 32 32 3030 31 32 31 30 3025 30 31 30 30 2820 28 30 28 27 2515 26 28 26 25 2510 23 25 23 23 225 19 20 20 19 190 0 0 0 0 0

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Push-upsBoys

Percentile Scores Based on Age/Test Scores in # of Push-ups every 3 sec.

GirlsPercentile Scores Based on Age/Test Scores in # of push-ups every 3 sec.

PERCENTILE 13 14 15 16 17+95 25 25 34 32 2990 22 21 23 26 2885 21 20 20 24 2580 17 19 20 22 2275 17 15 20 20 2070 15 12 18 19 1965 14 11 18 16 1860 13 10 16 15 1755 12 10 15 13 1650 11 10 15 12 1645 10 9 15 12 1540 10 8 13 12 1535 8 5 11 11 1430 7 5 11 10 1225 6 5 11 8 1120 5 5 10 5 915 4 3 7 4 710 3 2 5 3 55 2 1 2 1 2

One Mile Run/WalkPERCENTILE 13 14 15 16 17+

100 5:40 4:30 4:42 4:49 4:4695 6:25 6:01 5:50 5:40 5:35

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PERCENTILE 13 14 15 16 17+95 51 47 50 59 6090 41 41 44 46 5685 39 40 42 44 5380 35 37 40 41 5075 35 32 37 40 4670 31 30 35 36 4465 30 28 34 34 4360 28 25 32 32 4155 26 24 31 30 4050 24 24 30 30 3745 21 22 30 29 3540 20 21 27 28 3435 20 20 25 25 3030 16 18 25 25 3025 16 18 24 25 2720 12 15 21 23 2515 11 13 20 22 2310 9 11 18 20 215 4 7 15 15 20

90 6:39 6:13 6:07 5:56 5:5785 6:50 6:26 6:20 6:08 6:0680 7:00 6:33 6:29 6:18 6:1475 7:11 6:45 6:38 6:25 6:2370 7:20 6:59 6:48 6:33 6:3265 7:29 7:09 6:57 6:44 6:4060 7:41 7:19 7:06 6:50 6:5055 7:55 7:29 7:16 6:58 6:5750 8:06 7:44 7:30 7:10 7:0445 8:17 7:59 7:39 7:20 7:1440 8:35 8:13 7:52 7:35 7:2435 8:54 8:30 8:08 7:53 7:3530 9:10 8:48 8:29 8:09 7:5225 9:23 9:10 8:49 8:37 8:0620 10:02 9:35 9:05 8:56 8:2515 10:39 10:18 9:34 9:22 8:5610 11:43 11:22 10:10 10:17 9:235 12:47 12:11 11:25 11:49 10:150 24;12 18:10 21:44 20:15 16:49

BoysPercentile Scores Based on Age/Test Scores in Minutes and Seconds

GirlsPercentile Scores Based on Age/Test Scores in Minutes and Seconds

PERCENTILE 13 14 15 16 17+100 5:42 5:00 5:51 5:58 6:2095 7:21 7:20 7:25 7:26 7:2290 7:49 7:43 7:52 7:55 7:5885 8:13 7:59 8:08 8:23 8:1580 8:29 8:20 8:24 8:39 8:3475 8:49 8:36 8:40 8:50 8:5270 9:09 8:50 8:55 9:11 9:1565 9:30 9:09 9:09 9:25 9:3360 9:50 9:27 9:23 9:48 9:5155 10:07 9:51 9:37 10:09 10:0850 10:23 10:06 9:58 10:31 10:2245 10:57 10:25 10:18 10:58 10:4840 11:20 10:51 10:40 11:15 11:0535 11:40 11:10 11:00 11:44 11:2030 12:00 11:36 11:20 12:08 12:0025 12:29 11:52 11:48 12:42 12:1120 13:01 12:18 12:19 13:23 12:4015 14:10 12:56 13:33 14:16 13:0310 14:49 14:10 14:13 16:03 14:015 16:10 15:44 15:17 18:00 15:140 20:45 20:04 24:07 21:00 28:50

8-2 Dodge Ball1) Dodge ball is played on a 100 ft by 50 ft court divided into two smaller 50 ft squares. All

but three members of a flight occupy one of the 50 ft squares and send three of its

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members to the sides of the other 50 ft square to be throwers. The ball used is a standard kickball. A coin toss is used to determine which team gets the ball first. There is a region extending 10-12 ft from either side of the center line designated as a "no-throw zone" which only applies to throwers on the outside of the squares. Throwers can go into the no-throw zone to recover the ball, but then must move back to the 38-40 remaining ft on that side before throwing. Three members of each flight are selected to stand on the outside of each of the three sides to start the game. The throwers may move anywhere outside the court to retrieve the ball, but may not cross over the centerline.

2) Flight members inside the square must do one of the following when the ball is thrown at them:

(a) Get out of the way and dodge the ball(b) Catch the ball and throw it at an opponent in the adjoining square(c) Catch the ball and throw it to your own throwers who are outside the adjoining

square or another flight member in the square with him/her, so they can throw the ball at the opposing flight

(d) Get hit by the ball and move to the outside of the adjoining square as a thrower(e) Try to catch the ball and miss it (the ball must remain in your hands)--counts

just like being hit by the ball--become an outside thrower(f) Pick up a ball that is rolling/loose on the ground inside his/her square and

proceed under rules 2 (b) or 2 (c) from above.3) Flight members determined to be hit (eliminated) will become throwers around the

outside of the adjoining square, ultimately building a wall around the opposing team. All rules that apply to the original throwers apply to new throwers as they are hit (i.e. can't throw from the "no-throw zone", can't cross the centerline, etc.)

4) If a player tries to catch a ball, and the ball hits the ground, he/she is out. If a ball hits a member and bounces off and is caught by another member, the hit person is out, but the person catching the ball is safe, and proceeds under rules 2 (b) or 2 (c) from above.

5) If a ball is thrown into a square and before it touches anyone it bounces or starts rolling, it can be caught after bouncing any number of times. Once a member tries to catch the ball (touches it), the ball can't touch the ground again, or if it does, the member who touched it is out. If a person catches the ball and, when trying to pass it to someone in his own square, lets it hit the ground before being caught by his/her teammate, he/she will be out. If a person catches the ball and throws at an opponent or throws to a teammate on the outside of the square, it is OK for the ball to hit the ground.

Once a ball hits someone and hits the ground, it can be picked up by anyone in that square except the person who was just hit (under rule 2 (f) above). If a person is hit and the ball touches the ground, the hit person must not touch the ball again (not throw it/or direct it to a teammate, etc.).

 

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7. A person can only be hit by the ball below the shoulders--NO HEAD SHOTS!!! A hit above the shoulders will not count unless the referee determines the person was bending down. Continued high throwing by a team (after one warning) will result in allowing one opponent for each incident (who has already been hit) to return to the inside of his/her team’s area to be hit again. The same person can reenter the game under this rule only once.

8. If a person is hit by a thrower who was inside the "no-throw zone", the hit will not count.

9. No one may cross the centerline at anytime--doing so will result in being called out.

10. Members inside the square may pass to their throwers outside the adjoining square or team members still remaining in their own square, and throwers outside the adjoining square may throw the ball to their teammates still inside the square. If the teammate inside the square drops a pass from his own thrower/teammate, he/she is still out.

11. The "no-throw zone" only applies when outside the square. If you are still inside the square and you catch the ball, you can move right up to the centerline and throw at an opponent in the adjoining square. Remember--if you are inside the square there is no such thing as a "no-throw zone".

12. When a predetermined number of people have been eliminated, a second ball will be thrown in to increase the game's difficulty (it will be given to the throwers with the most opponents left).

13. When all of one flight has been hit, the other team wins. If the game lasts longer than the scheduled time, the team with the most players remaining on the court wins. More than one game can be played in the allotted time, so the overall winning flight will be the one who wins the most games or has the most people left on the court at the end of the time. If there is a perfect tie at the end of the scheduled time, the two teams will split the points available. (See court diagram.)

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8-3 Kickball

The basic rules of baseball & softball apply. Each team will consist of all team members up to 10 players (short fielder is the extra position). In-field fly rule is in effect

ADDITIONAL RULES:

1. Each kicker will be allowed only 1 foul ball; the second foul ball will be an OUT. Three bad pitches (judged by the referees) will result in the kicker being awarded a base hit and going to 1st base. If a kicker kicks the ball in front of home plate, he/she is automatically out. Before a kicker kicks the ball, he/she must state the score and number of outs (Alfa 2, Bravo 1—two outs).

2. After a kicker kicks the ball, a fielder may either catch the ball in the air for an out, catch the ball after it has touched the ground and throw it to the base before the kicker can get to the base, or throw the ball at the kicker and hit the kicker only BELOW the neck for an out. If the kicker (runner) jumps or ducks and the ball hits them, the kicker is out. If a ball is thrown at a runner and it misses, the runner can only run to the base past the one he/she is running to. (Example—if a runner is going to first and the ball is thrown and misses him/her, he/she can only keep running to second. If the runner was past first when the ball was thrown and missed, the runner can continue to third. This is not a free movement—the runner can be tagged/thrown out during this advanced base movement.)

3. Do not make a pitch at the beginning of an inning until cleared by the referee.

4. An inning is three outs per team. Each team will be given the same number of "at bats" in the allotted time to determine the winner. If the team that batted first is at bat and scoring runs when time runs out, the score will revert to the prior completed inning. If at the end of play (time), there is a tie, the teams will split the points available for that event.

 

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8-4 Capture the Flag Dodgeball

TEAMS: 2 teams of 10 people each (may set minimums for gender) on the playing field each round. Additional players will rotate in after each score.

OBJECTIVE: Teams score by capturing the flag of the opposing team and bringing it back to their goal area. Teams only score if their flag and that of the opposing team is in their goal area at the same time.

FIELD: Size of an Ultimate field or larger, up to a standard soccer field. Playing field consists of a goal area on opposite corners of the field with a penalty area in the center of the field. (See Figure 4)

EQUIPMENT: 20 light-weight, 10-inch, plastic, solid color balls (10 of one color and 10 of another; Wal-Mart is a good source).

RULES:

Play starts with each team on opposite ends of the playing field. Each team member is issued one ball in their team’s color. Players line up adjacent to their respective goal areas. One player is designated as the goalie for the round and occupies the goal area.

Game will begin with players called to attention and say; “Alpha 0, Bravo 0. Ready to go, sir or ma’am.” The opposing team says; “Ready to go sir or ma’am.” You are addressing the scorekeeping referee, use the proper gender in your address.

When the referee blows the whistle, players may begin moving around the field.

Goalie’s position is to protect the flag. Only one person is the goalie between scores. Once a game begins no swapping of goalies until the next round starts. A new round starts after a team scores. No one (either team) is allowed in the goal area when it is occupied by the goalie; violators are sent to the penalty box. If the goalie gets hit by the other team’s ball the goalie is sent to the penalty box leaving the goal area unattended. The goalie may also leave the area to retrieve a ball (for a short time the goal area is unattended) but they can return to the goal area to protect their flag. In both situations the goal area is unattended and the opposing team may enter the goal to retrieve the flag.

Once a flag has been captured by the opposing team, it must be brought back to that team’s goal area. If their own flag is missing they must retrieve it to score a point.

The ball is used to send the opposing team member or members to the penalty box. The ball is an extension of a player. If an opponent’s ball hits a ball that is in a player’s hand, that player is sent to the penalty box. If a player is hit by the ball of any opposing team member they are sent to the penalty box. When they are sent to the penalty box they drop their ball (if they are holding one) to the ground and leave it. Do not carry the ball any further.

Any member of a team can pick up their team’s color ball and as many as they can carry and use them as needed.

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penalty box.

 Penalty box: No push-ups or sit-ups required. Once in the penalty box, players stand at parade rest in element formation facing their side of the field and await someone to retrieve them. Players may be retrieved by any member of their team who must toss them a ball from outside the penalty box and the member in the box must toss the ball back to the teammate outside the penalty box. If either teammate fails to catch the ball (drops it) they must repeat the process from the beginning. Once they complete this toss-catch-toss catch process they can leave the penalty box and start playing again. One person can retrieve as many people as possible (watch out…the other team can send that person to the penalty box).

If either a ball or a player goes out of bounds (off the playing field) the ball/player are out of play for the remainder of the round and neither is allowed back on the field until one team scores.

There are no penalties for jumping or contact with the ground. Only being hit by the other team’s ball, contact between opposing players or unsportsmanlike conduct (referee’s view point) is a penalty box violation.

Goal areas are 15 foot square; 5 feet from each boundary line, allowing an area to run around to try to take out the goalie. (see diagram)

The Penalty Box is in the center of the field and measures 20 ft. square (see diagram).

No one is allowed to run through the penalty box; they must run around the penalty box. If a cadet enters the penalty box, they must remain there until they are properly retrieved.

If while bringing a captured flag to their goal a person is hit by a ball they must drop the flag, as well as any ball they may be carrying, and go to the penalty box. A teammate may pick up the flag and continue bringing the flag to their goal. Similarly, the opposing team may pick up their flag and return it back to their home goal area by tossing it in, but only the defending goalie may actually go in the goal area.

 

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8-5 Ultimate Ball

Ultimate is a non-contact sport with each team consisting of nine players. The objective is to move the ball down the field by passing it among team members (not letting it touch the ground) and scoring goals by catching the ball in the end zone. Each time the ball is caught in the correct end zone by a team, one point is earned. The field and end zones will be marked by cones.

RULES:

1. Games will consist of two 15-minute halves (with a break in between)--the clock starts when the first "jump off" occurs and stops at halftime. Injury time-outs will only be called by the referee; however, the clock will not stop. No other time outs are allowed.

2. Substitutions can only be made during halftime or immediately after a team scores a goal (prior to the next "throw off").

3. Jerseys, caps, or different color "T" shirts will be worn by one team to help differentiate a team member from an opponent.

To start the game, the referee will have the two team captains face each other at the half-field point. The referee will throw the ball into the air and play will begin (the second half will start the same way as the first). After an injury time-out, play resumes at the spot where the ball was last at.

To begin after a score, each team stands at attention with at least one foot on the receiving line. The "throw off" team's server will call his/her team to attention and state the score, “Flight score (Alfa 2), other flight’s score (Bravo 1), ready to serve, Sir/Ma’am”. The receiving team captain will reply, "Ready to receive Sir/Ma'am". Then the referee will signal for the "throw off" by blowing the whistle. Both teams must remain in place until the whistle is blown and the server releases the ball. Once the ball is released, all players may move in any direction; however, no player on the serving team may touch the ball until it is touched by the receiving team.

6. If on the "throw off", the receiving team catches the ball, play begins from that spot. If the receiving team touches the ball and the ball then hits the ground, the throwing team takes possession where it was touched. If the receiving team lets the ball fall untouched to the ground and then picks it up after a couple of bounces, play begins from that spot immediately with no whistle. If the ball goes out-of-bounds before being touched, play begins at the point it went out of bounds or the 50-yard line (whichever is better for the receiving team). If it was touched and then goes out-of-bounds, the throwing team will start play where it went out. Except when untouched on the initial “throw off”, the last team to touch a ball that goes out of bounds loses possession of the ball. If a team gains possession of the ball in the end zone, play will begin from the throw-off line closest to that goal line.

The ball must be thrown; any other method of transfer will result in a possession change. The receiver must establish a pivot foot and may rotate 360 degrees but cannot lift the pivot foot. A thrower may not catch his/her own throw unless another player touches it first, or he/she is the only person left on that team (he/she must still throw the ball at least 5 feet). Opponents must stay at least three (3) feet from the thrower and cannot make contact with the thrower or ball. If the team with the ball makes a pass and the ball is blocked (touched) by a defender before being touched by a receiver, it is a live ball and play will continue (no whistle). On all turnovers/dead balls, the referee will blow

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the whistle to resume play.

 If running to catch a pass, the new thrower is allowed to take three (3) steps before stopping and establishing a pivot foot. If standing still and catching a pass, the new thrower cannot take any steps. If running and the new thrower takes more than three steps, takes any steps if standing still with the ball, or moves his/her pivot foot, possession changes. If the ball is caught simultaneously by an offensive and defensive player, the offensive team retains possession. The thrower may tag (softly, so as not to hurt the opponent) a defensive player who violates the three-foot rule, if he/she can do so without moving his/her pivot foot. No tagging may take place while taking the three steps. To be considered a good pass, the ball must travel a minimum of five (5) feet between team members and not touch the ground. If a pass is made, and, before it can be caught, a defender knocks it to the ground, it will be considered a live ball—no whistle will be blown and play will continue. Either team can pick the ball up off the ground and pass it to a fellow teammate.

9. FOULS: Fouls occur when:

(a) opposing team or same team players make contact;

(b) safety is jeopardized by reckless behavior (diving, hitting the ground, etc,);

(c) the three-foot rule is violated and the defensive player is tagged with the ball;

(d) a player other than the team captain talks to the referee;

(e) a player hits an opponent with the ball too hard when trying to tag the opponent; and

(f) a player jumps--NO JUMPING ALLOWED BY ANYONE!!!

(g) a defensive player touches the ball on a “throw-off” before an offensive player touches it.

10. When a foul occurs, possession of the ball changes at the point of the infraction. The guilty player is sent to the penalty box and must do 10 push-ups or 15 sit-ups (his/her choice).

11. PENALTY BOX: When a foul occurs, the guilty player/players are sent to the penalty box to do their physical exercise and await the next score or end of a half before they can be released. A player must request permission to enter the penalty box, request permission to begin push-ups/sit-ups, and request permission to recover when finished with push-ups/sit-ups. Once a score occurs or half ends, the team captain must request by name his/her players be released from the penalty box by stating, “Alfa Flight request permission to retrieve Cadets Smith, Jones, etc. from the penalty box, Sir or Ma’am”.

12. TURNOVERS: Turnovers occur when:

a) a thrower takes more than three (3) steps if running or any steps if standing still;b) a player holds the ball for more than 5 seconds (all throws must occur within 5

seconds); ora. a pass falls incomplete and has not been touched by a defender or is

thrown out-of-bounds-the opposing team assumes possession of the ball from the spot where the pass was attempted.

b. a pass is intercepted by the defense--if an interception occurs, play begins

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immediately from that spot without a whistle (keep on playing). c) a thrower passes/throws the ball less than five feet.

13. SCORING: A point is scored when a player catches the ball in his/her opponent's end zone. The ball must be caught in the end zone. A player cannot score by stepping into the end zone with the ball. If a player's momentum carries him/her into the end zone, play will continue and another throw must be made to score a point.

14. All decisions by the referees will be final.

 

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Appendix 1

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Reveille (Raising Flags)1.) Detail Fall in2.) Right Face3.) Forward March4.) Column Half Right March5.) Detail Halt (American Flag Pole)6.) Right Face7.) Post (position on flag pole)8.) Present Arms (Raise Flag)9.) Order Arms10.) Post (return to formation) 11.) Right Face12.) Forward March13.) Detail Halt (NC Flag)14.) Left Face15.) Post (position on flag pole)16.) Post (return to formation)17.) Right Face18.) Forward March19.) Detail Halt (Northside Flag)20.) Left Face21.) Post (position on flag pole)22.) Post (return to formation)23.) Right Face24.) Forward March25.) Column Half Left26.) Detail Halt27.) Fall out

Retreat (Lowering Flags) 1.) Detail Fall in2.) Right Face3.) Forward March4.) Column Half Right March5.) Detail Halt (Northside Flag)6.) Right Face7.) Post (position on flag pole)8.) Post (return to formation)9.) Left Face10.) Forward March11.) Detail Halt (NC Flag)12.) Right Face13.) Post (position on flag pole)14.) Post (return to formation)15.) Left Face16.) Forward March17.) Detail Halt (American Flag)18.) Right Face19.) Post (position on flag pole)20.) Present Arms (Lower Flag)21.) Order Arms22.) Post (return to formation)23.) Left Face24.) Forward March25.) Detail Halt26.) Fall out27.) Fold Flags28.) Detail Fall In29.) Left Face30.) Forward March31.) Column Half Left March32.) Detail Halt33.) Fall Out

Appendix 2

Air Force JROTC Creed 

I am a member in the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Program.

 I will uphold and defend the

Constitution of the United States. 

I live by the Air Force core values: Integrity first, service before self and excellence in all I do.

 Loyalty, honesty, patriotism and good citizenship

are characteristics I live by. 

I will work my mind and body to its fullest potential.  

Cadet Honor Code 

“I WILL NOT LIE, CHEAT OR STEAL, NOR TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO!”

  

Air Force Core Values 

Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do 

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Appendix 4

Flight Drill Sequence For Unit Inspection Led and Performed by AS-IIs

16. To the Rear March 17. To the Rear March18. Column Right March19. Forward March20. Eyes Right21. Ready Front22. Column Right March23. Forward March 24. Change Step March25. Column Right March26. Forward March 27. Flight Halt28. Left Face29. Right Step March30. Flight Halt**

 

*Report in: Sir/Ma’am, NC-20052, is prepared for the 30-step drill sequence. Request permission to use your drill area, Sir/Ma’am. **Cadet Commander will report out after the command flight halt is given. **Report out: Sir/Ma’am, NC-20052, request permission to exit your drill area, Sir/Ma’am.  

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 1. Fall in 2. Open Ranks March3. Ready Front4. Close Ranks March5. Present Arms*6. Order Arms7. Parade Rest8. Attention9. Left Face10. About Face11. Forward March12.  Right Flank March13.  Left Flank March14. Column Right March15. Forward March 

AS - 1 Promotion Checklist

Cadet:

Needs Improvement Satisfactory Excellent

Grade:

Date:

1 pts 3 pt 5 pts

Personal Appearance AFI 36-2903

Military Bearing Posture and Attitude

Chain of Command

Officer Ranks Commissioned and Cadet

Enlisted Ranks Enlisted and Cadet

Basic Drill Movements Individual Drill(See appendix 6)

Class Start Procedures

Reporting Procedure Reporting to SASI or ASI

Customs and Courtesies Saluting and Address

Flag Detail

Overall Rating

Must be satisfactory in all areas to be promoted

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AS1 20 Step Drill Card

Score1 FALL IN2 Present ARMS

3 Order ARMS

4 Parade REST

5 Individual ATTENTION

6 AT EASE

7 Individual ATTENTION

8 Right FACE

9 Left FACE

10 About FACE

11 About FACE

12 Mark Time MARCH

13 Individual HALT

14 REST

15 Individual ATTENTION

16 Right Step March

17 Individual HALT

18 Left Step March

19 Individual HALT

20 FALL OUT

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**In order to receive the Good Conduct Ribbon, this form MUST be signed by ALL instructors for the current semester and returned by ____________________________.

-------The Good Conduct Ribbon is awarded annually to cadets who have demonstrated outstanding conduct, participation, and integrity during the school year. There must be no adverse reports of behavior/conduct from educators or school faculty during the reporting period. Adverse reports would include- suspension, expulsion, detention, ISS(chill out), and /or referrals.

By signing below, I certify that Cadet______________________________

a. Was enrolled in my class during the _____semester of the _____-_____ school year.

b. Had no adverse behavior problems or actions in my classroom that required- suspension, expulsion, detention, referral to ISS or any or disciplinary action.

c. Demonstrated good conduct, participation, and integrity in my classroom.

1. __________________________________ ____________________________ _______________ Instructor Signature Course Date

2. _________________________________ ____________________________ _______________ Instructor Signature Course Date

3. __________________________________ ____________________________ _______________ Instructor Signature Course Date

4. __________________________________ ____________________________ _______________ Instructor Signature Course Date

To the best of my knowledge, I feel that I am eligible for the Good Conduct Ribbon

_____________________________________ ____________________Cadet Date

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Good Conduct Ribbon

Northside High School AFJROTC Unit:

NC-20052

Appendix 8 NC-20052 Sample Element Sheet

NAME Flag detail Behavior

Prepared for class

PT Dress Uniform

Food and

Drink Tardy EL 1 2 3 4 5 6

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Appendix 9 NC-20052 Required EventsNorthside High School

Unit NC-20052Monarch Squadron

AFJROTC

In the AFJROTC program, there are certain events that all cadets must participate in. These events include the Veterans’ Day Parade (Fall Semester) or the Field Meet against West Craven High School (Both Semesters). We understand that not every single cadet can participate in these events, there will be an alternate assignment given to these cadets that must be completed and turned in on the given date.

By signing this form, YOU as the parent/guardian of Cadet ___________________ acknowledge the fact that your son/daughter must either complete the alternate assignment or participate in these required events.

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______________________________________________ __________________

Parent Signature Date

______________________________________________ __________________

Cadet Signature Date

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