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Dear Fellow Cadets, My name is Cadet Conor Helo and it is with much excitement that I welcome you into the Junior ROTC program here at North Penn High School. I am looking forward to many things this year as we all strive to not only better ourselves but better our school, corps, and community. We have a lot of fun and interesting things planned for this upcoming academic year and I know with all of us on board it is bound to be a very exciting year. On behalf of all of the cadets in the corps I would like to extend a special welcome to those who will be joining us for the first time this year. There are many motivations for taking this class. Whether it is an interest in aviation, a desire for drill, or even the thought of making lifelong friends that convinced you to sign up, we are glad to have you and I am sure you will not regret your decision. JROTC has many things to offer you in new and innovative ways. For those who like to reach out to their community, we participate in many community service events throughout the academic year including Memorial Day parades, Oktoberfest, and many Color Guard events throughout the area. If you enjoy competition against your peers then we also offer after school drill practices in which you will be prepared to represent North Penn at one of the numerous Drill Competitions throughout the tri-state area. All activities outside of the classroom are completely optional to everyone however we do highly encourage your participation in these events, which you will learn are a lot of fun and enjoyment for everyone. To conclude I would like to give you a brief summary about me and my involvement in the corps. I am going to be a senior along with a third year cadet here in the JROTC program. I worked hard for two years to earn the position of Cadet Commander and I look forward to finishing my time at North Penn in a strong manner. I am a very laid back kind of guy and very easy to talk to, so please feel free that if you have any questions or concerns about anything to get in touch with me and I will do my best to assist you. 1

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Dear Fellow Cadets,             My name is Cadet Conor Helo and it is with much excitement that I welcome you into the Junior ROTC program here at North Penn High School. I am looking forward to many things this year as we all strive to not only better ourselves but better our school, corps, and community. We have a lot of fun and interesting things planned for this upcoming academic year and I know with all of us on board it is bound to be a very exciting year.             On behalf of all of the cadets in the corps I would like to extend a special welcome to those who will be joining us for the first time this year. There are many motivations for taking this class. Whether it is an interest in aviation, a desire for drill, or even the thought of making lifelong friends that convinced you to sign up, we are glad to have you and I am sure you will not regret your decision. JROTC has many things to offer you in new and innovative ways. For those who like to reach out to their community, we participate in many community service events throughout the academic year including Memorial Day parades, Oktoberfest, and many Color Guard events throughout the area. If you enjoy competition against your peers then we also offer after school drill practices in which you will be prepared to represent North Penn at one of the numerous Drill Competitions throughout the tri-state area. All activities outside of the classroom are completely optional to everyone however we do highly encourage your participation in these events, which you will learn are a lot of fun and enjoyment for everyone.             To conclude I would like to give you a brief summary about me and my involvement in the corps. I am going to be a senior along with a third year cadet here in the JROTC program. I worked hard for two years to earn the position of Cadet Commander and I look forward to finishing my time at North Penn in a strong manner. I am a very laid back kind of guy and very easy to talk to, so please feel free that if you have any questions or concerns about anything to get in touch with me and I will do my best to assist you.  Sincerely, // Signed // Conor Joseph HeloCadet Lieutenant Colonel, North Penn High School Junior ROTC

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Congratulations on your decision to enroll in the AFJROTC program.

The Pennsylvania 20062 Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) Group was established at North Penn High School in the fall of 2006 by agreement between the Lansdale Township School District and the United States Air Force.

The Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) is a retired US Air Force officer and the Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) is a retired US Air Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer. These instructors have extensive professional military education and training, and are certified teachers.

The AFJROTC curriculum includes aerospace science and leadership training. Cadet officers and noncommissioned officers learn leadership and management skills by actively planning, organizing and directing all activities associated with the PA-20062 AFJROTC Group. In essence our the Junior ROTC program is designed to provide young men and women the opportunity to develop and hone leadership and management skills through hands-on experience.

While it may appear that JROTC programs are designed to serve as a transition to or potentially a recruiting mechanism for military service; the national program, founded in 1912 actually was not designed to this end. The original program philosophy, which we hold still today, is simply to provide a structured and disciplined program to aid young men and women reach their full potential as adults and citizens of our nation. Regardless of whether our students enter the military, our success is measured in the overall development and growth of our cadets.

The Aerospace Science Instructors and cadets have prepared this guide for your use. The standards in this guide support the leadership and personal development objectives of the AFJROTC program.

Also included in this guide is an academic planner. Use this planner to aid in organizing not only JROTC assignments and test preparation, but all your academic subjects. While it may seem different at first to record and plan academic events, you will find that it greatly helps to focus study periods and assignment completion.

Try using the planner for a quarter...I'm sure you will see your academic performance improve simply by applying a little time and task management.

We wish you success in all your endeavors! Welcome to the North Penn High School PA 20062 AFJROTC Group.

// Signed // // Signed//

TODD M. ZACHARY, Colonel, USAF (Ret) DORIS D. SULLIVAN, CMSgt, USAF (Ret) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor Aerospace Science Instructor

Information in this document is for guidance purposes. Policy letters will take precedence over this document.

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Mission StatementThrough a focus on integrity, service before self and excellence to develop productive citizens and future leaders for America.

Mission of the United States Air ForceThe mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win … in air, space, and cyberspace

Cadet Honor CodeIn our unit, it is expected that each cadet will act in an appropriate manner at all times.

Our honor code is that of the United States Air Force Academy. It is as follows:

“We will not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does. Furthermore, I resolve to do my duty and live an

honorable life.”Air Force Core Values

As members of the JROTC Cadet Corps we strive to adhere to the Air Force's Core Values. These values are much more than minimum standards. They remind us what it takes to get the mission done. They inspire us to do our very best at all times. They are the common bond among all comrades in arms, and they are the glue that unifies and ties us all to the great public servants of the past who strove to defend and protect our nation.

Integrity FirstAn unfaltering devotion to honesty, truthfulness, doing one’s duty and doing what is right

Service before SelfThe giving of self to provide for the welfare of others

Excellence in All We Do!Quality work done right the first time

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North Penn High School MissionThe mission of North Penn High School is to ensure that all students are prepared to be

productive, responsible, self directed individuals. The high school focuses on continuous improvement by promoting academic excellence and intellectual growth. The large student body at NPHS, supported by a comprehensive faculty and facility, enjoys a diversity and depth of opportunities in academics, athletics, and activities.

North Penn High School BeliefsThe beliefs of North Penn High School are aligned with the Vision, Mission, and Core

Organizational Values of the North Penn School District Strategic Plan for the years 2008-2014. The beliefs are also reflective of the Effective Schools correlates adopted by the district. North Penn High School promotes the development of personal integrity and civic responsibility through the application of the universal core values.• Every individual has inherent worth.• All students can learn; students learn at different rates and through different modalities.• The school community has a right to a safe and orderly environment.• Students have a right to learn in a caring and positive atmosphere.• Effective schools instill a desire for life-long learning and develop an intellectual curiosity.• Students benefit when the home, the school, and the community work in a cooperative

partnership.• Effective schools develop and sustain higher level thinking skills and the creative expression of

ideas and talents.• Students gain self-confidence when encouraged and supported to be open-minded and

innovative.• A strong educational system contributes to a strong, productive society.• Every individual benefits when all persons respect and appreciate diversity in a global society.

NPHS is focused on increasing student achievement, including the improvement of math, reading, and writing abilities of all students. In addition, the high school fosters a culture of respect among all students, faculty, staff, and administration, and does not accept harassment or bullying of any individual.

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BIOGRAPHY

COLONEL TODD M. ZACHARYColonel Todd M. Zachary is the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor at North

Penn High School. He entered the US Air Force in 1987 as a graduate of the ROTC program at California State University at Northridge. Following navigator training, hebegan his operational flying career in the B-52 Stratofortress at Minot AFB,North Dakota. During Operation DESERT STORM, he flew Close Air Supportmissions against Iraqi Republican Guard forces as part of the 4300 Provisional Bomb Wing. Following attendance as a student at the Joint Services Command and Staff College, United Kingdom and the Air Force’s premier School of Advanced Air and Space Studies, he served on the Air Force Headquarters Air Staff as a Combat Strategic Planning Team Chief and Executive Officer for Air Force Plans and Programs. In June 2002 served as the Director of Operations and then Commander of the 562nd Flying Training Squadron. He remained at Randolph AFB to serve as the Deputy Commander, 12th Operations Group prior to his attendance at the US Naval War College in 2005. Following graduation, Colonel Zachary transferred to Elmendorf AFB, Alaska in July 2006 and served as the Director for Operations for Alaskan Command and Joint Task Force-Alaska. In June 2008 he became the Commander of the United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School, where he served until his retirement in 2010..EDUCATION:1987 – Bachelor of Arts degree in History, California State University at Northridge, California1996 – Masters of Arts in Humanities, California State University at Dominguez Hills, California1999 – Masters of Arts in Defense Studies, Kings College, London, United Kingdom2000 – Masters of Arts in Airpower and Science, Air University; School of Advanced Air and Space Studies2006 – Masters of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies; Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island;

FLIGHT INFORMATION:Rating: Command NavigatorFlight hours: over 2,500Aircraft flown: OV-10, F-4G, C-130, KC-135, KC-10, T-37, T-43A, B-52G, B-52H

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS:Legion of Merit Small Arms Expert Marksmanship RibbonMeritorious Service Medal AF Training RibbonAir Force Commendation Medal Kuwait Liberation Medal Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaJoint Service Achievement Medal Kuwait Liberation Medal Government of KuwaitAir Force Achievement MedalAF Outstanding Unit AwardCombat Readiness MedalNational Defense Service MedalSouthwest Asia Service MedalGlobal War on Terrorism Service MedalAF Overseas Ribbon LongAF Longevity Service

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BIOGRAPHYCHIEF MASTER SERGEANT DORIS D. SULLIVANChief Doris (Dee) Sullivan retired for the United States Air Force on 29 October 2007. She currently is the Aerospace Science Instructor for North Penn High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC program. In this capacity, she is responsible for the administration of the Junior ROTC program and instruction of the Leadership curriculum.

On 26 July 1982, Chief Master Sergeant Sullivan enlisted in the Air Force as an airman due to her one year experience at college. After basic training and a six week medical technician course, she proceeded to her first assignment at Mather AFB, CA where she worked in labor and delivery. In Jul 1984, she received orders for a special duty assignment as an aero medical evacuation technician. She completed the training and reported to Rhein Main AB, Germany in Nov 1984 where she traveled all over the world taking care of patients on the C9, C141, and C130 aircraft. In Nov 1986, Chief Sullivan reported to the 1 AES at POPE AFB, NC. Holding a position as a “TAC EVACER”, she developed an enormous appreciation for her marine and army comrades working alongside them in numerous field exercises. In September 1987, Chief Sullivan separated from active duty and transitioned to civilian and Air Force Reserve life. Her first reserve assignment was at the 31 AES at Charleston AFB, SC which mandated a commute from Georgia. In 1988 she moved to CT and transferred to the 72 AES at McGuire AFB, NJ. In 1990 she volunteered for Desert Shield and in Jan 1991 she was activated to the 1611 AES at Riyadh AB, Saudi Arabia in support of Desert Storm. In Oct 1991, she was selected as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) with the 69 AES requiring another transfer. During her eleven years with the 69 AES, Chief Sullivan attained the grades of MSgt and SMSgt and learned all aspects of the unit as well as managing and supervising over 150 aero medical crew members as a full time federal employee as well as active AF reservist. In November 2002, Chief Sullivan ventured outside aero medical evacuation and became an Air Reserve Technician with the 514 AMW. As a Performance Planner, she was exposed to all units and their missions within the 514 AMW. In addition, she taught leadership courses to military and civilians which validated her passion for teaching. In 2005, she accepted a position as a math teacher and once again a transfer to her final military home with the 514 AMDS. As the 514 AMDS Nursing Service Manager, Chief Sullivan attained the title of Chief! She mentored her troops in their program, military careers as well as medical job requirements.

Chief Sullivan and her husband, Neil, have a daughter, Brigid, and a son, Liam.

EDUCATION1993 - Associate of Science, Allied Health Community College of the Air Force2003 - Bachelor of Science, Workforce Education & Development Southern Illinois University 2006 - Masters of Arts in Teaching, Central Michigan UniversityFLIGHT INFORMATION:Rating: Flight Examiner, Aeromedical Evacuation Technician Flight hours: over 1,980Aircraft flown: C-141, C-9, C-130

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONSMeritorious Service Medal with one device Air Force Longevity AwardAir Force Achievement Medal with four devices Small Arms Expert Marksmanship RibbonAF Outstanding Unit Award with Valor Device Air Force Training RibbonCombat Readiness Medal with five devices Kuwait Liberation Medal Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaAir Force Good Conduct Medal Kuwait Liberation Medal Government of KuwaitAir Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal with 3 devices Southwest Asia Service Medal with two devicesAir Force Overseas Ribbon National Defense Service Medal

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North Penn High SchoolJunior ROTC

Todd Zachary and Dee Sullivan

Science of Flight/History of Aviation/Space Exploration Courses

Grading Policy and Classroom Expectations 2012 - 2013

UniformsAll cadets will be issued an Air Force blue uniform (exception: first year cadets in the program have the option not to wear the Air Force blue uniform. In this case, cadets will be issued a gray Air Force T-Shirt in place of the blue uniform). Air Force blue uniforms must be returned dry-cleaned prior to concluding or withdrawing from the program. Cadets may earn ribbons and rank which will be worn on the AF uniform in accordance with Air Force regulations. Cadets wearing the blue uniform must meet established Air Force grooming standards in order to successfully meet uniform requirements. Cadet uniform and grooming standards are published in the Cadet Guide. Uniform inspection make-ups must be accomplished before the next open ranks.

Classroom Textbook and MaterialAll students will be issued appropriate classroom materials and textbooks in alignment with course curriculum. Students will return provided material to their respective instructor at the conclusion of the academic year.

Assignments – Grading and Assignment Completion PolicyAll assignments and examinations will be given a point value. Student grades will be updated periodically via GradeBook. Students are expected to complete their assigned projects on time.

It is the responsibility of the student to acquire all assignments missed due to an excused absence from class. Students should be prepared to make-up an assignment, test, or quiz on their first day back to school unless previously coordinated with the JROTC faculty. Course calendars, assignments, lecture notes and classroom rubrics are available on the North Penn High School teacher webpage (http://www.npenn.org/557820105103214703/site/default.asp)

Class tests or assignments submitted late will be penalized one letter grade deduction per day that the assignment is late (no penalty will be assessed if the assignment was submitted late due to an excused absence if coordinated with the JROTC faculty).

Class ParticipationParticipation in class is a vital part of the learning process. Participation in class activities will be noted by the instructor. Active participation is required for overall success in the course.

NOTE: Participation in Memorial Day events (27 May, 2013) and the Military Ball (March 1,

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2013) are mandatory events for all cadets. The Military Ball does incur an activity fee (approximately $25.00). Students on free or reduced lunch program should contact the JROTC faculty regarding alternative funding.

Grading ScaleThe grading scale that will be used in all courses will include a “plus” designation for grades of C or higher. The grade of D will be the equivalent of 65% - 69%.

Grading Scale for Marking Periods A+ 97 – 100% C+ 77 – 79% A 90 – 96% C 70 – 76% B+ 87 – 89% D 65 – 69% B 80 – 86% F Below 65%

Final Course GradesA+ - D Course averages parallel the marking period grades.E 50 – 64% Remediation permittedF Below 50% Remediation not permitted

Final Exams21% for each marking period16% for final exam

All numeric averages will be rounded to the nearest whole number.

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Chapter 1

Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC

“IT’S NOT JUST ANOTHER COURSE IT IS A LIFE EXPERIENCE”

WELCOME to the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) Program. Students in this program have accepted a challenge unlike any other offered in high school. We define a cadet as an Air Force Junior Officer Training Corps academic student who has chosen a challenging high school lifestyle that will foster the development of tradition, honor, discipline, excellence and citizenship.

AFJROTC is a continuing success story. From the mid-1960s to the present, and into the 21st century, JROTC programs have touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of America’s students. The AFJROTC program positively influences our country by helping one student at a time. Our instructors, who retired as some of the Air Force’s finest leaders, are helping to form tomorrow’s nation by educating our proud and patriotic cadets—tomorrow’s leaders.

A common misperception is that JROTC's main function is to prepare students for a military career and that it holds little value for the college bound students. This is simply not true. JROTC is a leadership training program. What student would not benefit from a program that develops leadership skills and attributes that will make anyone more competitive in any job market. These attributes need to be taught and developed.

As we go into the 21st century it is imperative that our graduating cadets develop and possess the following characteristics: teamwork, problem solving ability, interpersonal skills, oral communication, listening skills, creative thinking, leadership, organizational effectiveness, responsibility, and personal accountability.

To be eligible for the AFJROTC program, a student must be:

Physically fit. Qualified, approved, or capable to participate in the school's standard physical education

program In a grade above 8th grade A citizen or national of the United States or an alien admitted for permanent residence. Enrolled in and attending a regular course of instruction in the school

As a member of the Pennsylvania 2006-2 Air Force JROTC Cadet Group, we expect our cadets to exceed the standards of average high school students, to follow, to lead, and to learn. Sustaining this high level of performance will place great demands on your personal character. Cadets must possess integrity, self-discipline, loyalty to the corps, and maturity. Our cadet leadership will work with each cadet to ensure each cadet succeeds.

Our dynamic curriculum present cadets exciting opportunities to learn about aerospace science, self-discipline, respect for authority, teamwork, problem solving, interpersonal skills,

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oral and written communications, personal and career development, creative thinking, followership, and leadership (concepts and principles). In addition, our curriculum covers human relations, human motivation, and improving group effectiveness. Simultaneously they explore and learn to carry out the traditions, customs, and courtesies practiced in the PA-2006-2 and the Air Force. Finally, the extracurricular activities such as the military ball, color guard/drill teams, and community service projects give our cadets the opportunity to put the skills they learn in the classroom to practical use. The program allows them to see, do, and learn things that they never imagined possible.

The Pennsylvania-20062The Pennsylvania 2006-2 AFJROTC Cadet Corps at North Penn High School was

activated in 2006.

Although a relatively new unit, the cadets have been participating in a wide variety of community service activities. Over the past several school years these community activities have included:

· Parades and Flag ceremonieso NPHS Football gameso Philadelphia Phillies Baseball Gameo Philadelphia Flyers Hockey Gameo Philadelphia Soul Arena Football Gameo Conschohokin St Patrick’s paradeo Veterans Day celebration at various locationso Memorial Day parades and ceremonies at Lansdale, Hatfield and Telford

· Marine Corps Band support· Back to School Night· Bus to the Future· Boy/Girl Scout Support· Relay for Life · Cadet Food Drive for Lansdale Township’s needy (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter)· Visits to local Senior Center· Toys for Tots Christmas Collection· Giving Tree Christmas Charity Program· Raise money for American Red Cross disaster relief including:· Lansdale & Montgomeryville Oktoberfest· Heroes Walk· Freedom Steps

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Clubs and Activities

The Drill TeamThe Drill Team is made up of cadets who have displayed excellence in drill performance.

This includes military bearing, self-discipline, obedience to command, respect for authority, drill precision, and uniform knowledge and wear. We are working towards two drill teams (unarmed and armed). The Unarmed Drill Team performs basic drill and precision movements, while demonstrating military bearing and teamwork. The Armed Drill Team performs basic drill movements while using demilitarized rifles for their performances.

Color GuardAny cadet interested in being in the public spotlight should join the Color Guard. Cadets

perform in four person teams to present the colors at sporting and community events. It is a privilege to join the Color Guard and represent the PA-2006-2 Cadet Corps.

Radio Control Aircraft Club Working as a joint organization with the NPHS Technology Department, this club

constructs and flies radio controlled aircraft. Cadets utilize the principals taught in aerospace science to successfully pilot their aircraft. All activities are supervised by NPHS Technology Department faculty.

Fitness ClubEmphasizing fitness as a way of life, the fitness club is open to all cadets regardless if one

is a seasoned athlete or beginner. Individual fitness goals for the year are set for each member at the beginning of the fall semester and tracked through the year to show progress.

Exhibition Team

Exhibition is all about teamwork and timing. Cadets need to be in their position and ready to perform when expected. The Exhibition Team is made up of cadets who have mastered drill and rifle. These cadets must master more advance armed and unarmed techniques. They use creativity to create complex routines to compete at Drill Competitions and participate in community events.

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Scholarships and College Credit

ScholarshipsThe Air Force JROTC Scholarship program began in the mid-1980s. It provides an

incentive for AFJROTC units to attract and retain students whose college academic specialties and demonstrated potential meet critical Air Force needs. Each unit may nominate qualified cadets annually to compete for 3 or 4 year scholarship through the AFROTC regular College Scholarship Program. Scholarships pay for most tuition costs, plus books and fees at more than 750 universities and colleges. Scholarships are offered in engineering, science, selected technical areas, and non-technical areas.

College CreditAir Force JROTC has developed a partnership with Adams State College to provide

college credit for AFJROTC courses. All credits earned are transferable nation-wide filling a college elective course requirement. Each course is awarded 2 college credits, hence a student completing all four years in the JROTC program at NPHS would receive 8 college credits from Adams College provided the student:

· Registers with Adams State College (Tuition is $60.00/credit hour, hence $120/year)· Obtains a "B" grade within the course.

This is an excellent opportunity to accelerate your college degree requirements while taking classes in High School. Cadets interested in registering with Adams State College, please contact a member of the JROTC faculty for more details.

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Chapter 2

Program Fundamentals

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

AFROTCI 36-2001. Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Instruction describes the curriculum of the AFJROTC program and policies and procedures for AFJROTC units. It gives guidance for organizing the cadet corps.

· Students may transfer from Army, Navy/Marines or other AFJROTC units with full credit for training already received.

· In extreme cases, students can be placed on probation or even disenrolled from the JROTC program for:

o Failing to maintain acceptable course standardso Failing gradeso Non-adherence to dress and uniform requirementso Significant violations or infractions of NPHS school rules or policieso Failing to remain enrolled in schoolo Failing to maintain the high personal ethics and character the program requires

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION: presented to all students in good standing who have successfully completed 3 years in the AFJROTC program. Students will have this certificate in his/her possession when enrolling in a college level ROTC program, or when enlisting in the armed forces, in order to gain the benefits of successfully completing the AFJROTC program. Benefits include:

o Credit in completing one year of the General Military Course (GMC) at a Senior AFROTC program. This privilege must be arranged with the Professor of Aerospace Science (PAS) when enrolling at the college or university.

o If the AFJROTC cadet elects to enlist in the Armed Forces, the Certificate of Completion will allow enlistment in pay grades of E-2 or E-3 depending on the service of choice. This provides for immediate monetary benefit. This also makes the cadet eligible for promotion ahead of other enlistees who enter at the same time.

· CERTIFICATE OF TRAINING: presented to a senior cadet in good standing who completes 2 years of the AFJROTC program.

With the Certificate of Training, the cadet may be excused from one semester of the General Military Course (GMC) of the senior ROTC Program. This must be arranged with the Professor of Aerospace Science (PAS)

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Chapter 3

JROTC Standards

Cadet PledgeI HAVE CHOSEN TO BE A CADET IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC. IN DOING SO, I PLEDGE ALLEGIANCE TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND TO THE CADET HONOR CODE, WHICH STATES:

“I shall not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does. Furthermore, I resolve to do my duty and live an honorable life.”

I WILL STRIVE TO BE A PRODUCTIVE CITIZEN OF THIS COUNTRY FOR I KNOW THAT IN THE FUTURE YEARS I WILL BE ONE OF AMERICA’S LEADERS WORKING TO UPHOLD THE CONSTITUTION AND OUR WAY OF LIFE.

Cadet Officer/Senior NCO PledgeIN ACCEPTING THE OFFICER/SENIOR NCO RANK IN THE AFJROTC PROGRAM, I UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THE FACT THAT MY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE SIGNIFICANTLY MORE DEMANDING AND THAT THE STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE UPON WHICH I WILL BE JUDGED IN LEADERSHIP ARE MORE EXACTING AS MY RANK INCREASES. I RECOGNIZE THAT A VERY IMPORTANT PART OF MY JOB AS AN OFFICER/SENIOR NCO IS TO SERVE AS A MODEL OF BEHAVIOR, PERFORMANCE, BEARING, APPEARANCE, AND SELF-DISCIPLINE.I ACCEPT ALL THESE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WITHOUT RESERVATION, AND PROMISE TO HONOR MY OBLIGATIONS AT ALL TIMES.

Standards of Conduct· You become a leader by exhibiting qualities of intelligence, good judgment,

decisiveness, and initiative. You inspire others to follow you by setting the examples of confidence and maturity. In order to realize your highest potential, you must maintain high standards of self-discipline, high ideals, good manners, social grace and appearance (in or out of uniform).

· You will display friendliness and respect to other students, NPHS faculty, JROTC faculty other AFJROTC cadets. You will greet other cadets and instructors in a pleasant manner, regardless of location.

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

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· You will show your respect for the Aerospace Science Instructors and any quest speakers by addressing them as “Sir, Colonel, Chief, or Ma’am” and by responding to them in the same manner.

· You will not wear hats (uniform or civilian) indoors unless permission is obtained from the JROTC faculty.

· You will follow procedures outlined in the cadet guide and obey reasonable orders from all senior ranking cadets.

· You will come to the AFJROTC classroom prepared to engage in its activities. Preparation includes completed assignments, proper textbooks, note paper, pen/pencil, and most important, an attitude conducive to learning.

· You will keep the classroom clean. Classes will not be dismissed until the room is neat and orderly.

· You will not mark, scratch, or otherwise deface Air Force or NPHS property.

Saluting PrivilegesThe salute is a time-honored respectful greeting exchanged between military professionals expressing mutual trust and respect. Listed below are several of the more important rules for saluting:

· The Flight Sergeant will salute the Flight Commander after taking attendance prior to the beginning of class. The Flight Commander will salute the instructor when reporting the class ready for instruction.

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

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

· Except in formal reporting, you are not required to salute indoors.

· When you are outdoors in uniform and the National Anthem is being played, come to attention, face the music and salute. If the flag is being raised or lowered at the same time, face the flag and salute. Hold the salute until the flag has stopped moving or the music stops playing. Anytime you are in uniform and observe the American Flag moving up or down on the flagstaff, you will halt, come to attention and salute until the flag stops moving.

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Cadets should correct saluting violations by their fellow cadets in a courteous and helpful manner. You are expected to accept these corrections in the same spirit.

Mutual RespectParticipation in Air Force JROTC is based on the following premise: All students have a right to live, work, and learn in an environment free of harassment and discrimination of any kind. Any form of harassment, discrimination, or hazing will not be tolerated. “Mutual Respect” is a two-way street, it is a philosophy that enhances the teaching/learning environment and applies to student to student, teacher to student, student to teacher, and teacher to teacher relationships.

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Chapter 4

Key JROTC Policy Guidelines

Uniform Policy

MEMORANDUM FOR NORTH PENN HIGH SCHOOL JROTC PERSONNELFROM: JROTC DET PA-20062/SASI; 4 September 2012

SUBJECT: Uniform Wear Policy

1. In accordance with AFJROTCI 36-2001 and 36-2004 regulatory guidance (to include the HQ updated uniform policy guidance letter dated Sep 2, 2008) and North Penn School District policy, the following uniform policy is in effect for our detachment.

a. Cadet Uniform Wear:

1. Cadets will wear the AF-Blue uniform on Wednesdays throughout the academic year. Uniform wear for first year cadets is optional. If a first year cadet elects to wear the AF-Blue uniform, they will be expected to adhere to AF uniform standards.

2. The AF-Blue uniform is mandatory for all official military functions such as honor/color guard. First year cadets electing not to wear the AF-Blue uniform cannot participate in those events, however they can participate in unit formations, parades and reveille.

3. For CIA trips, the JROTC faculty will determine the applicable uniform wear as appropriate.

b. Clarification to AFI 36-2903 in regard to wear of the lightweight blue jacket. The light-weight blue jacket:

1. May be worn indoors or outdoors and must be zipped at least halfway.

2. May be worn with civilian clothes when cadet insignia is removed. Unit patches are not consisted insignia hence will not need to be removed.

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c. No-Hat Areas.

1. The North Penn High School campus is considered a no-hat required area. However if in uniform off-campus, Cadets will comply with standard AF hat wear policy.

2. If you have any questions regarding PA-20062 uniform policy, please contact Colonel Zachary or CMSgt Sullivan.

// Signed //

TODD M. ZACHARY, Col, USAF (ret)Senior Aerospace Science InstructorNPHS JROTC Detachment PA-20062

// Signed //

BURTON T. HYNES, PrincipalNorth Penn High School

Rifle Letter or Understanding

The AFJROTC rifles are used for the purpose of ceremonial events and competitions. To maintain good discipline order and use of the AFJROTC rifles; the following guidelines will be strictly upheld. Failure of any cadet to adhere to the following guidelines may result in disciplinary action resulting in his/her privilege to utilize the rifle being revoked.

Rifles will always be secured when not being used for ceremonial events, drill or Color Guard practice, or competitions.

Practice rifles may be signed out for practice at the High School by AFJROTC instructors or personnel identified in writing by instructors using the SF 702.

Note: All rifles must be transported to events using the provided AFJROTC rifle case. Rifles will only be transported by privately owned vehicle. Rifles, even in their respective case, will never be brought transported via public transportation (i.e. bus, train, etc.)

Rifles will only be used to learn the fifteen-count, practice for drill events or approved ceremonies. Rifles will NEVER be inappropriately used or pointed at another individual or to simulate shooting. When using a rifle, the participant MUST ALWAYS ensure a safe environment both for surrounding individuals and objects.

The use of an AFJROTC rifle is a privilege and honor; NOT A RIGHT!

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Chapter 5

Cadet Corps Organization

This chapter outlines the basics in regard to cadet position descriptions and associated position rank. It must always be remembered that holding a leadership position is an honored privilege earned through hard work and ability. It is not a right. While each description generally outlines the requirements of each particular position, it cannot cover every contingency. Cadets should always use sound judgment in doing what is right for the Cadet Corp and the safety of its members. All NCOs wear the temporary rank of Technical Sergeant, except for the Operations Directorate NCO who wears the temporary rank of Master Sergeant.

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Cadet Commander (CC)

Cadet ViceCommander (CV)

Director of Community Services

Cadet Commander Chief (CCC)

Director of Operations (DO) / NCO

Mission Support Director (MS)

Drill OIC Academic OIC/NCOs

Fitness OIC

Exhibition OIC

Flight Commanders

Finance OIC

Logistics OIC / NCOs

Personnel OIC

Data Systems OIC / NCO

Color Guard OIC / NCO

Public Affairs OIC / NCO

Recruiting OIC / NCO

Special Projects OIC / NCO

Flight Sergeants

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CADET COMMANDER (CC)

Cadet Rank: Lieutenant ColonelResponsibilities include:

· Maintain close liaison with the JROTC faculty and is responsible for the overall operation of the Cadet Squadron.

· Understands and is thoroughly familiar with the mission and objectives of the AFJROTC organization and promotes them throughout the squadron to include: appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct of the corps.

· Insures all members of the cadet corps have the opportunity to develop leadership commensurate with their individual abilities.

· Knows the responsibilities of all cadet leadership positions. Supervises the Deputy Commander, Squadron Staff Officers, and Command CMSgt.

· Reviews and provides feedback on Quarterly Reports from each Squadron Staff Officer section

· Conducts regular command staff meetings to plan and organize the squadron activities and overall operation of the cadet corp. Applies the concept of staff work and grants sufficient authority to subordinates for them to accomplish their mission. Evaluates squadron staff effectiveness and addresses suggestions and/or concerns.

· Reviews and maintains written squadron policies that provide standard guidance in the squadron operation. For example: written policies on promotion, flight/cadet evaluations, inspections, etc.

· Direct preparations for annual inspection.Promotes and encourages squadron spirit, cooperation and teamwork.Promote and attend extracurricular activities when possible.

· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

CADET VICE COMMANDER (CV) AND COMMUNITY DIRECTOR (CD)

Cadet Rank: MajorResponsibilities include:

· Directly responsible to the Cadet Commander. When directed by the JROTC faculty, assumes command of the corps and performs the duties of the Cadet Commander.

· May serve as Corps Inspector, insuring that each level of the command is compliant with AFJROTC and squadron policies and procedures.

· Manages all efforts related to preparation for the annual inspection (Manage accomplishment of Unit Self-Assessment) and report results to the Cadet Commander.

· Ensures all cadets have an opportunity to develop their leadership capabilities, commensurate with their individual abilities.

· Command oversight of Community Division to include supervisory role with Community Superintendent, Public Affairs, Recruiting, and Special Projects sections. Promotes understanding within the cadet corps of each section's role in supporting the overall corps mission objectives.

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· Directs, manages and supervises the Community functions of the corps and keeps the Flights informed on the current schedules of cadet activities. Reports to the command staff all shortfalls in personnel/resources required to execute function no later than two weeks prior to the event.

· Ensures all community activities reports and databases are updated.· Provides weekly update of each function to the senior cadet staff. · Responsible for the overall corps external publicity in coordination with the Recruiting

OICs. Ensures prior to information release to external media sources the cadet commander and JROTC faculty has provided final approval.

· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

CADET COMMAND CHIEF (CCA)

Cadet Rank: Chief Master SergeantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Cadet Commander. · Member of the command staff. Attends senior staff meetings and provides input on

flights as well as suggestions and/or concerns.· The senior cadet Noncommissioned Officer of the squadron. Keeps the Cadet

Commander informed on matters of drill, color guard, uniform wear, conduct and morale of cadets.

· Provides recommendations to the commander based on inputs from lower class cadets and acts as liaison between the corps and command staff.

· Maintains discipline at all group activities as well as supervising/counseling lower ranking cadet NCO’s and airman.

· Must be able to drill the squadron and instruct individuals in drill and color guard. Works closely with Senior Flight Commanders & First Sergeants in order to periodically check and monitor the progress of drill proficiency within the squadron.

· Familiar with and enforces AFJROTC and Squadron regulations and policies. Personally meets a high standard of uniform wear and personal appearance. Provides input to Operations Command and available to train as needed in the following areas:

o Flight Sergeantso Drill and Ceremony o Proper uniform wear and personal appearanceo Conduct, Customs and Courtesyo paradeso formationso Color Guard

· Hold meetings for all NCOICs and Flight Sergeants as needed in order to solicit input and brief Cadet Commander.

· Performs other duties as requested by the Squadron or Deputy Commander.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

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DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS (DO)

Cadet Rank: MajorResponsibilities include:

· Directly responsible to the Cadet Commander and Vice-Commander. Member of the senior staff.

· Command oversight of the Operations Directorate, to include activities of the Drill OIC, Exhibition OIC, Color Guard OIC, Fitness OIC and the quarterly Flight Commander and Flight Sergeant.

· Ensures that the quarterly Flight Commander assessment is completed and compiled for JROTC faculty review prior to the semi-annual promotion board.

· Ensures that the quarterly sound off is updated.· Promotes understanding within the cadet corps of each section's role in supporting the

overall corps mission objectives.· Inform the flights about events and all other announcements.· Provides weekly update of each function to the senior cadet staff.· Provides command oversight and guidance in the planning and execution of North Penn

Drill competitions · Oversight in the creation and execution of operational directives.· Assists Flight Commanders and First Sergeants in the development and execution of

flight operations.· Performs other duties as requested by the Cadet Commander.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

DRILL OIC

Cadet Rank: First LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Director of Operations. Maintains contact with Drill specialist(s).· Subject matter expert in planning and executing Drill events/competitions.· Manages and supervises the Drill functions of the squadron. Manages equipment

upkeep/acquisition. · Organizes and trains drill teams, for performances as required. Responsible in ensuring

teams are prepared for competitions.· Establish and maintain close ties with school organizations, community agencies and

other JROTC units. Maintain point of contact, telephone and email list of various events/community relation personnel who require drill participation. Coordinates transportation/agenda for all out of town events.

· Maintains squadron Drill files to include chronological list of events & participants. · Provides names of cadets who have met requirements and earned the Drill and/or Drill

Competition ribbon & gear (if appropriate) to appropriate agencies.· Manages the cadet Drill Cord program. Publishes requirements of this program at the

beginning of the academic year.· Keep the flights constantly informed on the current schedule of events.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

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EXHIBITION OIC

Cadet Rank: Second LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Director of Operations.· Subject matter expert in planning and executing Exhibition events.· Manages and supervises the Exhibition functions of the squadron. Manages equipment

upkeep/acquisition.· Organizes and trains exhibition teams, for performances as required. Responsible in

ensuring teams are prepared for competitions.· Establish and maintain close ties with school organizations, community agencies, and

other JROTC units. Maintain point of contact, telephone, and email list of various events/community relation personnel who require drill participation. Coordinates transportation/agenda for all out of town events.

· Maintains squadron exhibition files to include chronological list of events and participants.

· Provides names of cadets who have met requirements and earned the exhibition team pin and cord to appropriate agencies.

· Manages the cadet Exhibition Pin program. Publishes requirements of this program at the beginning of the academic year.

· Keep the flights constantly informed on the current schedule of events.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP.

COLOR GUARD OIC

Cadet Rank: CaptainResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Director of Operations.· Supervises the Color Guard NCOIC. Maintains contact with Color Guard specialist(s).· Subject matter expert in planning and executing Color Guard events/competitions. · Manages and supervises the Color Guard function of the corps. Ensures Color Guard

events are posted NO LATER THAN three weeks prior to the event, when possible. Ensures trained Color Guard personnel are scheduled NO LATER THAN two weeks prior to the event.

· Recruits, organizes and trains all Color Guard team members. · Keeps flights constantly informed about Color Guard event/activities.· Establish and maintain close ties with school organizations, community agencies and

other JROTC units. Maintain point of contact, telephone and email list of various events/community relation personnel who require drill participation. Coordinates transportation/agenda for all out of town events.

· Manages the Color Guard uniform program (i.e. stripped pants, gloves, etc.). Publishes regulations and requirements of this program at the beginning of the academic year.

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· Provides names of cadets who have met requirements and earned the Color Guard ribbon & gear to appropriate agencies.

· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MPFITNESS PROGRAM OIC

Cadet Rank: First LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Director of Operations.· Subject matter expert in planning and executing health and wellness program events. · Maintains corps health and wellness files to capture cadet physical fitness baseline,

improve fitness level, and participation frequency. · Provide statistical data to public affairs in order to promote health and wellness program. · Follow guidelines for distribution of PT gear. Provide equipment list to Logistics OIC

and ensure CIMS cadet and equipment information is current.· Keeps flights constantly informed of health and wellness activities to include

improvement data and participation.· Administer and record the results of the annual health and wellness.· Provides names of cadets who have met requirements and earned the Physical Fitness

ribbon & gear (if applicable) to appropriate agencies.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

FLIGHT COMMANDERS

Cadet Rank: Second LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Operations Director. · Serve as a motivating mentor and leader to their assigned cadets in assisting them

meeting their program goals.· Responsible for the appearance, military discipline and conduct of their flight.· Ensure all corps training requirements are completed within the flight.· Report flight attendance to JROTC faculty. · Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP.

FLIGHT SERGEANTS

Cadet Rank: Cadet Staff SergeantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to their respective Flight Commander.· Serve as a motivating mentor and leader to their assigned cadets in assisting them

meeting their program goals.· Assists the Flight Commander in ensuring the appearance, military discipline and conduct

of their flight.

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· Assists the Flight Commander in ensuring all corps training requirements are completed within the flight.

· Assists the Flight Commander in reporting flight attendance to JROTC faculty.

MISSION SUPPORT DIRECTOR

Cadet Rank: MajorResponsibilities include:

· Directly responsible to the Cadet Commander and Vice-Commander. Member of the senior staff.

· Command oversight of Support Division to include supervisory role with Mission Support Superintendent, Academic, Data Systems, Logistics, Personnel and Finance officers. Promotes understanding within the cadet corps of each section's role in supporting the overall corps mission objectives.

· Directs, manages and supervises the Support functions of the corps. Reports to the command staff all shortfalls in personnel/resources required to execute function no later than two weeks prior to the event.

· Ensures all support reports and databases are updated.· Provides weekly update of each function to the senior cadet staff. · Responsible for the overall corps support function to include updated standard operation

procedures to be followed for each section. · Performs other duties as requested by the Squadron or Deputy Commander.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

ACADEMIC OIC

Cadet Rank: First LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Mission Support Director. · Responsible for creation and development of the corps' academic program to include:

o Creation and execution of an extracurricular academic study groups. These are voluntary groups across all subject areas (i.e. chemistry, English, math, etc.)

o Maintain a roster of cadets willing to assist other cadets in specific subject areaso Coordination with JROTC faculty in publishing and managing the college credit

program Coordinate with Academic NCO for High School and Middle School.

· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

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FINANCE OIC

Cadet Rank: Second LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Mission Support Director. Oversight of the corps’ finances. Maintain financial records to include research of prices, receipts and deposits.

· Solicit financial requests from each section and prioritize with input from the command staff

· Serves as financial liaison to the Squires Booster Club· Research fund raising opportunities and execute approved fund raising functions. Solicit

manpower as needed.· Submits monthly financial reports to the Cadet Commander· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

LOGISTICS OIC

Cadet Rank: CaptainResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Mission Support Director. Supervises the corps’ Logistics program. · Coordinate and assist the JROTC faculty with the distribution and turn-in of all

accountable property (i.e. AFJROTC uniforms, equipment items to include drill/color guard equipment, textbooks, library materials and supplies, etc).

· Coordinate and assist the JROTC faculty in the inventory of accountable property to include:

o Maintaining accurate records of all property (CIMS program).o Ensuring compliance with AFJROTC Manual 67-2. o Ensure required documentation is attained prior to issuance of uniforms, rank,

ribbons, medalso Coordinate with the Personnel OIC to ensure personnel records are updated with

equipment issuance.o Notification to JROTC faculty on equipment shortfalls. Provide list of shortfall

items to JROTC faculty at the end of each marking period.· Provide guidance to the corps on proper supply discipline. Maintain a neat, clean and

functional supply room; insuring only authorized personnel have access to the supply room.

· Attend the staff meetings every other week.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

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PERSONNEL OICCadet Rank: Second LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Mission Support Director. Oversight of the personnel management program.

· Chairs the bi-annual cadet promotion board (held at conclusion of fall and spring semesters)

· Responsible for the creation, maintenance and disposition of all cadet personnel records. · Oversight in the creation and publication of corps' administrative polices and directives· Publish special orders encompassing:

o Cadet rank and awardso Informational Data from Support Directorate OICs (as required)

· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MPDATA SYSTEMS OICCadet Rank: First LieutenantResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Mission Support Director. Oversight of the corps’ data system management.

· Assist JROTC faculty as directed in managing and maintaining corps computer systems and programs.

· Subject matter expert in data management assisting entire cadet corps and staff in creation and management of data files.

· Maintains and publishes a cadet contact information file.· Coordinate and execute presentation slides for corps events with appropriate staff and

JROTC faculty (i.e. Commander's Call, Military Ball, etc.).· Development and maintenance of the corps' website. Content will be approved by the

Public Affairs OIC and JROTC faculty prior to placement on the website.· Attend the staff meetings every other week.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

PUBLIC AFFAIRS OICCadet Rank: CaptainResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Vice Commander. Supervises the corps’ Public Affairs program.· Serves as the subject matter expert in all Public Affairs activities. Functions as the corps’

representative in coordinating activities and information release to external sources. ALL INFORMATION released externally MUST be approved by the JROTC faculty BEFORE release

· Responsible for overall cadet corps publicity. Work closely with other Support Division offices (i.e. Special Projects, Color Guard, Drill, etc.) to ensure newsworthy information is captured, formatted and presented for external release.

· Update the corps school poster board (at both the High School and Middle Schools) and website information

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· Assign a photographer/videographer for every event to ensure every event is captured.· Maintains a cadet contact information file.· Establish and maintain close ties with school organizations, community agencies and

other JROTC units. Maintain point of contact, telephone and email list of various project/community relation personnel.

· Publishes the Squadron newsletter. Ensures distribution to all cadets and parents. · Maintain the unit history and other records reflecting the tradition, accomplishments, and

activities of the unit.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

RECRUITING OIC Cadet Rank: CaptainResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Vice Commander. Supervises the corps’ Recruiting program.· Coordinate closely with the Special Projects, and Public Affairs OICs to ensure

opportunities to recruit are maximized. Keep flights informed of recruiting activities.· In coordination with JROTC faculty design and execute an annual recruiting plan for

increasing cadet corps enrollment. · Develop & update recruiting literature and presentations for prospective cadets and their

parents. · Select and train recruiting cadets on the program and their respective roles during a

recruiting event. · Forward list of recruiting events, to Public Affairs OIC to capture recruiting activities and

accomplishments.· Maintains corps recruiting database and files.· Provides names of cadets who have met requirements and earned the recruiting ribbon &

gear (if applicable) to appropriate agencies.· Attend the staff meeting every other week.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

SPECIAL PROJECTS OIC

Cadet Rank: CaptainResponsibilities include:

· Responsible to the Vice Commander. Supervises the corps’ Special Projects program.· Responsible for designing an annual Special Projects plan to maximize community

involvement as well as increase cadet morale through involvement. · Identify, train and coordinate appointed event project officers:

o Develop and ensure execution of project timeline o Develop and maintain event continuity folder to include maintain points of

contact, telephone and email list of personnel involved in project, external agency coordination efforts and lessons learned. See Annex 1 for Special Project checklist.

· Ensures Special Project program files and databases are current. · Keeps flights constantly informed of Special Projects activities/timeline.

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· Attend the staff meetings every other week.· Set goals for 1MP, 2MP, and 3MP

Chapter 6

Cadet Corps Promotions and Awards Program

Promotions Program and Policies

Philosophy

All promotions and assignments are earned by conscientious and consistent work and demonstrated effective leadership. The attainment of rank is not reward of performance, but in recognition of the abilities of the cadet to perform at the higher rank. Promotions in the PA-20062 AFJROTC Group are based a "whole person" concept with emphasis placed on:

· Academic Performance: o Overall academic performance in all NPHS classeso Academic performance in JROTC

· Organizational Leadership: How well do you function in positions of leadership? Do you command respect? Do you give proper consideration to subordinates? How well do you maintain your uniform? If not in an assigned leadership role, how do you contribute to the success of your flight and the corps as a whole?

· Co-Curricular Activities: To what degree do you carry interest and enthusiasm beyond the classroom? Do you participate and demonstrate excellence in other cadet activities?

· Responsibility: How do you accept job assignments and responsibility? Do you volunteer for additional duties? Do you accept responsibility for the proper care of your uniform? Are you always on time? Are you always prepared for class? Do you meet your financial obligations in a timely manner?

· Service: To what degree do you serve the cadet corps, school and community?

Permanent Rank and Temporary Rank

Within the JROTC program there are two types of ranks a cadet may hold, and in some cases, both will be held at the same time.

· Permanent Rank: This rank is permanently awarded based on satisfactory service in AFJROTC. This rank is awarded following the cadet promotion board held towards the conclusion of the fall and spring semesters. If a cadet is not filling a position with a higher temporary rank, they will wear the insignia of their earned permanent rank. \

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· Temporary Rank: This rank is awarded based on the position to which you are assigned. Since this rank is temporary, you may not carry it over from one year to the next. Temporary ranks are assigned only when they are higher than the permanent rank.

Promotion Cycles

Outside of spot promotions (which will be addressed in a later section), cadets are eligible for promotion at the conclusion of the fall and spring semesters. At this time a promotion board chaired by the SASI and managed by the Personnel OIC will review individual cadet performance throughout the semester.

Promotion is not automatic, but must be earned. While promotion figures 5.1 and 5.2 outline specific hard promotion criteria, the promotion board will weigh the cadet's entire record of performance to include organizational leadership, co-curricular activities, responsibilities and service when making a promotion recommendation. A promotion recommendation (yes or no) will be provided from the board to the JROTC faculty for final approval.

If recommended by the promotion board and approved by the JROTC faculty, the cadet will be awarded the new rank, and his/her personnel file will be updated accordingly. Once the semester promotion list is released, a cadet may challenge the promotion board recommendation by appealing to the JROTC faculty.

Cadet enlisted promotion cycle and criteria are outlined in figures 5.1 and 5.2:

Enlisted Promotion: NPHS/MS semester cumulative GPA – 2.5 or above JROTC semester GPA – 3.0 or above Recommendation from their Home Office Recommendation from their Flight Commander

Officer Promotion: NPHS/MS semester cumulative GPA – 3.0 or above JROTC semester GPA – 3.0 or above Recommendation from their Home Office

Recommendation from their Flight Commander

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Figure 5.1 Cadet Enlisted Promotion Cycles and Criteria

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First Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

Spring SemesterConclusion

Airman Basic

Airman Airman First Class

NPHS or MS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec. Flt/CC Rec.

NPHS or MS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec. Flt/CC Rec.

Second Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

Spring SemesterConclusion

Airman First Class

SeniorAirman

StaffSergeant

NPHS or MS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec. Flt/CC Rec.

NPHS or MS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec. Flt/CC Rec.

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* NOTE: SLS can be accomplished in the summer following the award of rank. If however the cadet does not complete SLS, then the promotion is rescinded

Also note for Master Sergeant Promotion, the Group Commander recommendation is required.

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Third Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

Spring SemesterConclusion

Staff Sergeant

TechnicalSergeant

MasterSergeant

NPHS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec Group/CC Rec Successful completion of SLS *.

NPHS or MS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec. Flt/CC Rec.

Fourth Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

MasterSergeant

Senior MasterSergeant

NPHS Semester GPA: 2.5 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec Group/CC Rec Successful completion of SLS *.

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Officer Promotions

Cadets may be considered for promotion to cadet officer by each semester promotion board following the conclusion of their first year. For a cadet to be considered for promotion to officer, he/she must:

· Achieve a NPHS semester GPA of 3.0, with no subject area below a "C" grade· Achieve a JROTC semester grade of 3.0

Once promoted to a cadet officer, the cadet promotion cycles is outlined in the figures below

Figure 5.2 Cadet Officer Promotion Cycles and Criteria

NOTE: The NPHS semester GPA requirement of 3.0 also includes no subject area below a "C" grade

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Second Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

Spring SemesterConclusion

EnlistedRank

SecondLieutenant

FirstLieutenant

NPHS Semester GPA: 3.0 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec Flt/CC Rec

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* NOTE: SLS can be accomplished in the summer following the award of rank. If however the cadet does not complete SLS, then the promotion is rescinded

NOTE: The NPHS semester GPA requirement of 3.0 also includes no subject area below a "C" grade

NOTE: For promotion to Major, the Group Commander recommendation is required.

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Third Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

Spring SemesterConclusion

FirstLieutenant

Captain Major

NPHS Semester GPA: 3.0 JROTC GPA: 3.0 Home Office Rec Flt/CC Rec

NPHS Semester GPA: 3.0 JROTC GPA: 3.0Home Office RecGrp/CC RecSuccessful completion of SLS *.

Fourth Year CadetFall SemesterConclusion

Major LieutenantColonel

NPHS Semester GPA: 3.0 JROTC GPA: 3.0Home Office RecGrp/CC RecSuccessful completion of SLS *.

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Below the Zone Promotion Eligibility

Cadets may receive a "below the zone" promotion recommendation from the promotion board once per academic year if they meet the following criteria:

· NPHS (or Middle School) semester GPA of 3.0 with no subject area below a "C"· Completion of 3 JROTC faculty approved community activities within the semester (this

may include participation in a Color/Honor Guard activity)

If recommended and approved, a cadet receiving a below the zone promotion will jump one promotion grade. For example, a cadet with the rank of airman receives a "below the zone" promotion. The cadet's new rank will be Senior Airman, thereby promoting above (or skipping) the Airman First Class rank.

Awards ProgramThe JROTC faculty will determine which cadets receive AFJROTC cadet awards and

AFJROTC sponsored awards. While there are various types of awards from national to local unit level, all awards have one thing in common; to recognize the outstanding leadership, performance or achievement of well deserving cadets. Award categories are broken down into two sections; Corps and JROTC Awards

PA-20062 Corps Awards

1. "ACE" Program

· Purpose: Recognizes cadets each semester who meet or exceed all of the following four criteria:

o Earn a 3.0 GPA or above in their AFJROTC course with no other class failures.o Earn a 2.5 GPA or above in all other NPHS/Middle School classes.o Be a good citizen in class, school, and the local community with no school

suspensions or history of derogatory information.o Volunteer and perform at least five community service hours and attend at least

one AFJROTC activity

· Cadets will receive depending on availability "Ace" awards such as Certificates of Achievement, T-Shirts, Ball Caps, and other appropriate recognition.

· The Cadet Personnel Officer will track cadets awarded an “Ace” award.

2. Academic Rope

· At the conclusion of each semester, the JROTC faculty will reward the dark blue military rope for academic excellence. In order to receive the academic excellence award, the cadet must achieve a 3.0 GPA in all NPHS/Middle School classes (to include JROTC academic classes).

· The academic rope will be worn with the uniform following the semester it was

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awarded. Since the rope is awarded each semester, cadets will need to maintain their overall GPA to continue to wear the rope.

JROTC Awards

Order of Precedence. I. Special Awards.

1. Gold Valor Award 2. Silver Valor Award 3. Cadet Humanitarian Award 4. Community Service with Excellence Award

II. National Awards. Air Force Association Award Daedalian Award American Legion Scholastic Award American Legion General Military Excellence Award Daughters of the American Revolution Award American Veterans Award Reserve Officers Association Award Military Order of World Wars Award Military Officers Association Award (formerly “The Retired Officers Association Award”) Veterans of Foreign Wars Award National Sojourners Award Sons of the American Revolution Award Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award Military Order of the Purple Heart Award Air Force Sergeants Association Award Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Award Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet Award Celebrate Freedom Foundation/Embry Riddle Aeronautical University JROTC Award The Retired Enlisted Association Award

III. AFJROTC Awards. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon Leadership Ribbon Achievement Ribbon Superior Performance Ribbon Aerospace and Technology Honors Camp Ribbon Top Performer Award Academic Ribbon Outstanding Flight Award Leadership School Ribbon Drill Competition Ribbon

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Orienteering Competition Ribbon Co-curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon Drill Team Ribbon Color Guard Ribbon Marksmanship Ribbon Good Conduct Ribbon Service Ribbon Cadet Health and Wellness Program Recruiting Ribbon Activities Ribbon Attendance Ribbon Dress and Appearance Ribbon Longevity Ribbon

AFJROTC cadets are authorized to wear ribbons earned while enrolled in United States Army, United States Navy, United States Marine Corps, or United States Coast Guard JROTC. AFJROTC cadets will wear AFJROTC ribbons above and to the left of other service JROTC ribbons or awards Group ribbons according to service with the order of precedence determined by the regulations of each service. Other services’ ribbons are grouped by service in the following order: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

Badges or insignia from Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, or any other non-AFJROTC group are not authorized on the AFJROTC uniform.

NOTE: For JROTC Awards, the JROTC faculty will be the sole determiner in submitting eligible cadets for consideration. While the goal of PA-20062's award program is to recognize outstanding cadet performance, the faculty will consider each award criteria and specific cadet performance when considering award submission.

JROTC Award Descriptions and Criteria. Gold Valor Award. Awards consist of a medal, ribbon, and certificate. The Gold Valor Award recognizes the most outstanding voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life above and beyond the call of duty.

Silver Valor Award. Awards consist of a medal, ribbon, and certificate. The Silver Valor Award is awarded to a cadet for a voluntary act of heroism which does not meet the risk-of-life requirements of the Gold Valor Award.

Cadet Humanitarian Award. Award consists of a ribbon and certificate. It is intended to recognize cadets who provide aid in response to a singular extraordinary event such as a natural disaster or other catastrophe that has placed or has the potential to place a hardship on their fellow citizens. This award is not to be used to recognize day-to-day service in the community.

Community Service with Excellence Award. Award consists of a ribbon and certificate. It is intended to recognize those individual cadets who provide significant leadership in the

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planning, organizing, directing, and executing of a major unit community service project that greatly benefit the local community. This is not an award given to participants but to the key leader(s) of the project. Air Force Association (AFA) Award. This AFA-sponsored award consists of a medal and ribbon and is presented annually at each unit to the outstanding second-year (in a 3-year program) or third-year cadet (in a 4-year program).

The award recipient must possess/meet the following personal characteristics and eligibility criteria:

• Positive attitude (toward AFJROTC and school). • Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming). • Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence. • Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs). • Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change). • Possess the highest personal & ethical standards and strong positive convictions. • Rank in the top 5% in their AS class. • Rank in the top 10% of their academic class. • Be recommended by the SASI for the Outstanding Cadet Ribbon.

Daedalian Award. The Order of Daedalians is a fraternity of commissioned pilots from all military services. It is named after the legendary figure, Daedalus, and was organized by WWI military pilots who sought to perpetuate the spirit of patriotism, love of country, and the high ideals of self-sacrifice which place service to the nation above personal safety and position. This award is offered to encourage the development of these traits in cadets and to interest them in a military career.

This annual award recognizes one outstanding third-year cadet at each unit that meets the following criteria:

• Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of patriotism, love of country, and service to the nation.

• Indicate the potential and desire to pursue a military career. • Rank in the top 10% of their AS class. • Rank in the top 20% of their school class.

American Legion Scholastic Award. This award consists of a bronze medal accompanied by a ribbon with a distinctive miniature attachment depicting a scholastic scroll.

This award is presented annually to one second- or third-year cadet (in a 3-year program) or a third- or fourth-year cadet (in a 4-year program) based on the cadet’s overall scholastic achievements. Each cadet must:

• Rank in the top 10% of the high school class. • Rank in the top 25% of their AS class.

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• Demonstrate leadership qualities. • Actively participate in student activities

American Legion General Military Excellence Award. This award consists of a bronze medal accompanied by a ribbon with a distinctive miniature attachment depicting a torch.

This award is presented annually to one second- or third-year cadet (in a 3-year program) or a third- or fourth-year cadet (in a 4-year program) based on the cadet’s general military excellence. Each cadet must:

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

citizenship.

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award. This award consists of a bronze medal and ribbon.

This award is presented annually to one third-year (in a 3-year program) or fourth-year cadet (in a 4-year program) that meets the following criteria:

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

of JROTC training.

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

This award is presented annually to one qualified cadet that possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:

• A positive attitude toward AFJROTC programs and service in the Air Force. • Personal appearance (wearing of the uniform, posture, and grooming, but not physical

characteristics per se). • Personal attributes (initiative, dependability, judgment, and self-confidence). • Officer potential (capacity for responsibility, adaptability, and maintenance of high personal

standards). • Obtained a grade of “A” (or the numerical equivalent) in their AS class. • Be in good scholastic standing in all classes at the time of selection and at the time of

presentation.

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Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Award. This award consists of a bronze medal, ribbon, and certificate.

This award is presented annually for military and academic achievement to an outstanding third-year cadet (fourth-year cadet in a 4-year program). The recipient must possess individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as:

• Positive attitude toward the AS curriculum. • Outstanding personal appearance (wear of the uniform, posture, and grooming). • Attributes of initiative, judgment, and self-confidence. • Courtesy (promptness, obedience, and respect). • Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change). • Demonstrate the highest personal, ethical standards & strong positive convictions. • Rank in the top 10% of their AS class.

Military Order of World Wars Award. This award consists of a bronze medal pendant, certificate, and ribbon.

This award is presented annually to an outstanding cadet who has committed to continue the aerospace science program the following school year. Selection is based on outstanding accomplishments or service to the AFJROTC unit.

Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Award. This award, formerly known as The Retired Officers Association Award, consists of a medal pendant with ribbon.

This award is presented annually to an outstanding second-year cadet (third-year cadet in a 4-year program) who shows exceptional potential for military leadership. Each cadet must:

• Be a member of the junior class. • Be in good academic standing. • Be of high moral character. • Show a high order of loyalty to the unit, school, and country. • Show exceptional potential for military leadership.

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award. This award consists of a medal pendant with ribbon.

This award presented annually to an outstanding second- or third-year cadet in a 3-year program (third- or fourth-year cadet in a 4-year program) who is actively engaged in the AFJROTC program and who possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership. Each cadet must:

• Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC. • Have outstanding military bearing and conduct. • Possess strong positive personal attributes (such as courtesy, dependability, punctuality,

respect, and cooperation).

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• Demonstrate patriotism (being a member of the color guard or drill team) and actively promote Americanism.

• Demonstrate leadership potential. • Attain a grade of “B” in AFJROTC with an overall average grade of “C” in all subjects for

the previous semester. • Be active in student activities. • Not have been previous recipients of this award.

National Sojourners Award. This award consists of a ribbon, medal pendant, and certificate.

This award is presented annually recognizing an outstanding first- or second-year cadet (second or third-year cadet in a 4-year program) who contributed the most to encourage and demonstrate Americanism within the corps of cadets and on campus. Each cadet must:

• Be in the top 25% of their academic class. • Encourage and demonstrate ideals of Americanism. • Demonstrate potential for outstanding leadership. • Not have previously received the award.

Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Award. This award consists of a bronze medal with ribbon.

This award recognizes an outstanding second-year cadet in a 3-year program or third-year cadet in a 4-year program who is enrolled in the AFJROTC program. The recipient must exhibit a high degree of leadership, military bearing, and all-around excellence in AS studies and not have previously received the award. Each cadet must:

• Be currently enrolled in the AFJROTC program. • Be in the top 10% of their AFJROTC class. • Be in the top 25% of their overall class.

Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award. This award consists of a medal, ribbon, and certificate.

This award annually recognizes an outstanding second-year cadet in a 3-year program or third-year cadet in a 4-year program. Each cadet must:

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

• Demonstrate academic excellence by being in the top 25% of class. • Demonstrate the qualities of dependability, good character, self-discipline, good citizenship

and patriotism. • Not have been a previous recipient of this award.

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Military Order of the Purple Heart Award. This award consists of a medal pendant with a ribbon.

This award annually recognizes an outstanding second- or third-year cadet (third- or fourth-year cadet in a 4-year program) who is enrolled in the AFJROTC program and demonstrates leadership ability. Each cadet must:

• Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and country. • Hold a leadership position in the cadet corps. • Be active in school and community affairs. • Attain a grade of “B” or better in all subjects for the previous semester. • Not have been a previous recipient of this award.

Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) Award. This annual award consists of a medal pendant with a ribbon.

This award recognizes an outstanding second- or third-year cadet in a three-year program (third- or fourth-year cadet in a 4-year program). The recipient must demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship. Each cadet must:

• Be in the top 10% of the AFJROTC class. • Demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and

citizenship. • Not have been a previous recipient of this award.

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) Award. This award consists of a medal pendant with a ribbon.

This award recognizes one deserving cadet annually (may be first, second, third, or fourth year cadet). The recipient must display a high degree of patriotism and have demonstrated a high degree of academic excellence and leadership ability.

Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated (TAI) Air Force JROTC Cadet Award. This TAI sponsored award consists of a ribbon and a certificate.

This award is presented annually to two cadets. Cadets may be first-year, second-year, or third-year cadets (in a 3- or 4-year program) and must meet the following criteria:

• Attain a grade of “B” or better in their AS class. • Be in good academic standing. • Actively participate in cadet corps activities. • Participate in at least 50% of all unit service programs.

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Celebrate Freedom Foundation/Embry Riddle Aeronautical University JROTC Award. The CFF/ERAU JROTC Award consists of a certificate and ribbon and is presented annually to the outstanding first or second-year (in a 3-year program or 4-year program) cadet.

The award recipient must possess/meet the following personal characteristics and eligibility criteria:

• Positive attitude (toward AFJROTC and school) • Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming) • Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence • Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs) • Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change) • Possession of the highest personal and ethical standards and strong positive convictions • Indicate the potential and desire to pursue a military career • Rank in the top 5% in their AS class with a grade average of “A” or numerical equivalent • Rank in the top 15% of their academic class • Be recommended by the SASI for the Outstanding Cadet Ribbon

The Retired Enlisted Association (TREA) Award. Awarded annually, at the SASI’s discretion, for exceptional leadership to the most outstanding AFJROTC cadet while serving in an Enlisted Rank. The selected enlisted cadet must have shown outstanding leadership throughout the course of the school year.

AFJROTC Awards

Outstanding Cadet Ribbon. Awarded annually at the SASI’s discretion to the outstanding first-year, second-year, third-year, and fourth-year cadet. The recipient from each class must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic and military excellence.

Leadership Ribbon. Awarded at the SASI’s discretion for outstanding performance in a position of leadership as an AFJROTC cadet in corps training activities. Limit this ribbon to 5 percent of the eligible group to ensure recognition of cadets who have consistently displayed outstanding leadership ability above and beyond expected performance.

Achievement Ribbon. Awarded for a significant achievement as deemed appropriate by the SASI. Limit this ribbon to 5 percent of the cadet corps. Individuals may not receive more than one ribbon during a 1-year period.

Superior Performance Ribbon. Awarded annually at the SASI’s discretion for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of AFJROTC. Present the ribbon for a single or sustained performance of a superior nature. Limit this ribbon to 10 percent of the cadet corps to ensure recognition of achievements and services which are clearly outstanding and exceptional when compared to achievements and accomplishments of other cadets.

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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. All currently enrolled cadets may be considered. Specific consideration should be given to cadets not previously recognized for superior performance. The award will recognize a cadet’s performance in the following key areas:

Leadership and job performance: in primary duty and specifically in preparation for the unit’s annual assessment.

Leadership qualities: involvement and positions held in extracurricular activities. Academic performance: nominee must be in good academic standing in all high school

course work. Significant self-improvement. Community involvement. Other accomplishments.

Academic Ribbon. Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall grade point average of at least “B” for one academic term, in addition to an “A” average in AFJROTC.

Outstanding Flight Ribbon. Awarded each academic term to members of the outstanding flight under criteria determined by the SASI.

Leadership School Ribbon. Awarded for completion of an approved leadership school program of at least 5 days duration. Add a bronze oak leaf cluster for each additional leadership school completed. Add a silver star for outstanding performance or leadership ability at a leadership school. Limit the star to 10 percent of the class. Award a silver oak leaf cluster for CTO/CTI service.

Drill Competition Ribbon. Awarded to drill team members for placing first through fifth place in any event in an Air Force or Joint Service drill meet.

Orienteering Competition Ribbon. Awarded to team members for placing first, second or third place in an orienteering meet.

Co-curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon. Awarded at the SASI’s discretion for leadership in AFJROTC co-curricular activities (such as dining-in chairperson, military ball chairperson, etc.). The recipient must have demonstrated exceptional leadership in achieving objectives through the coordinated efforts of others. This award may be earned a maximum of four times. An oak leaf cluster should be added to this ribbon for each additional award.

Drill Team Ribbon. Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75 percent of all drill team events per academic year, or 10 drill team events in an academic year, whichever is lower. An oak leaf cluster should be added to this ribbon for each year of qualifying membership beginning with the second year.

Color Guard Ribbon. Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75 percent of all color guard events per academic year, or 10 color guard events in an academic year, whichever is

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lower. An oak leaf cluster should be added to this ribbon for each year of qualifying membership beginning with the second year.

Marksmanship Ribbon. SASI will award the Marksmanship Ribbon to the cadets that participate in a Marksmanship Program. AFJROTC Units will use the qualification system developed by the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) and taught to all JROTC instructors who were certified by the JROTC Marksmanship Instructor Training Course (JMIC).

Good Conduct Ribbon. Awarded to cadets with no suspensions of any kind, no adverse reports from other staff or faculty in an academic term, if approved by the SASI.

Service Ribbon. Awarded at the SASI’s discretion for distinctive performance in school, community, or AFJROTC service projects. Limit to members whose active participation in a service project contributed significantly to the goals of the organization. Participation in Drill Teams, Saber Team or Color Guard does not qualify for the service ribbon.

Cadet Health and Wellness Program Awarded by the SASI for participation in the Presidential Physical Fitness Program. All cadets who participate in the Presidential Physical Fitness Program will receive the Physical Fitness Ribbon. The Bronze Star device will be awarded and worn on the ribbon to any cadet scoring in the 75-84 percentiles in the Presidential Physical Fitness Program. If a cadet earns a percentile score of 85-95 they will wear a Silver Star. If they receive a 96-100 percent they will wear the Gold Star on the ribbon. The percentiles are computed automatically under Presidential Physical Fitness Program Assessment in Cyber Campus.

Recruiting Ribbon. Awarded for outstanding effort in support of unit recruiting activities. The Recruiting ribbon will be awarded at the discretion of the SASI for outstanding leadership in organizing and/or directing a corps recruiting event or through instrumental effort leading to the recruitment of a new cadet.

Activities Ribbon. Awarded for participation in co-curricular activities other than Drill, Color Guard, and Saber teams. These include, but are not limited to orienteering teams, model rocketry clubs, AFJROTC academic teams, and AFJROTC sports teams.

Attendance Ribbon. Awarded to cadets with no more than 4 excused absences and no unexcused absences in an academic term (may also be applied to class tardiness at the SASI’s discretion).

Dress and Appearance Ribbon. Awarded for wearing uniform on all designated uniform days and conforming to all AFJROTC dress and appearance standards. Longevity Ribbon. Awarded for completion of each AS year.

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Chapter 7

Team Criteria

Color Guard Criteria

Skill Level 1 Skill Level 2 Skill Level 3 Skill Level 4

New Cadets Qualified Awarded Recognition Badge Competitors

IAW AFMAN 36-2203 able to execute

3.1-3.17 and 4.3-4.16.

Rifle ProficiencyIAW FM 3-21.5; 5-2 to 5-5 & 5-7

Flag ProficiencyIAW FM 3-21.5;

H1-H7

Ceremony Proficiency P.O.A. Parade Rest Carry colors Present Colors Order Colors Wheels Colors reverse

Proficient in Both Rifle and Flag Skill

Level 2Add:

Rifle ProficiencyIAW FM 3-21.5;

5-1-5-8Ceremony

Movements:Sling arms,

Uncasing Colors (15-6)

Proficient in Level 3Able to compete and

teach

N/A Gloves & Beret Cord, Ribbon, Striped Pants N/A

N/A75% Practice Attendance(See Note 1)

85% Practice Attendance and

Participate in 1 event per Marking Period

(See Note 1)

90% Practice Attendance and

Participate in 1 event per Marking Period

(See Note 1)

Note 1: Unless excused by AFJROTC facultyNote 2: The Color Guard OIC will determine based on standardized performance test the level of each cadet. The Cord, Beret, Gloves, & Striped Pants will be returned, if the cadet fails to maintain the level requirement.

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Unarmed Drill Team Criteria

Skill Level 1 Skill Level 2 Skill Level 3

New CadetsIAW AFMAN 36-2203 able

to execute 3.1-3.17and 4.3-4.16.

Qualified in all skill level 2Competitors &

Teachers

N/A N/A Ribbon & Cord

N/A N/A90% attendance to practice

Compete in ALL Competitions(See Note 1)

Note 1: Unless excused by AFJROTC facultyNote 2: The Drill OIC will determine based on standardized performance test the level of each cadet. The Cord will be returned, if the cadet fails to maintain the level requirement.

Armed Drill Team Criteria

Skill Level 1 Skill Level 2 Skill Level 3New Cadets

IAW AFMAN 36-2203 able to execute

3.1-3.17 and 4.3-4.16.

IAW FM 3-21.55.1-5.9

Qualified in all skill level 2Competitors &

Teachers

N/A N/A Ribbon & Cord

N/A N/A 90% attendance to practice(See Note 1)

Note 1: Unless excused by AFJROTC facultyNote 2: The Drill OIC will determine based on standardized performance test the level of each cadet. The Cord will be returned, if the cadet fails to maintain the level requirement.

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Exhibition Criteria

Skill Level 1 Skill Level 2 Skill Level 3 Skill Level 4

New CadetsIAW AFMAN 36-2203 able to

execute 3.1-3.17 and

4.3-4.16.

15 count manualIAW FM 3-21.5

5.1-5.9

Single spins, Double spins,

Figure 8’s, Wrist breakers

Creativity, Adapting to new routines, Perfect moves, Complete exhibition event Drill Comp. Team & Teaching

N/A N/A Exhibition Pin Cord

N/A N/A85% attendance

to practice (See Note 1)

90% attendance to practice(See Note 1)

Note 1: Unless excused by AFJROTC facultyNote 2: The Exhibition OIC will determine based on standardized performance test the level of each cadet. The Cord and Pin will be returned, if the cadet fails to maintain the level requirement.

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Chapter 8

Bell Schedules

PENNFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL

BELL SCHEDULE

Warning Bell 8:03Homeroom 8:05-8:101st Period 8:13-8:56 (43)2nd Period 8:59-9:42 (43)3rd Period 9:45-10:28 (43)

7th Grade 8th Grade 9th Grade10:31-11:05Lunch (34)

10:31-11:14Pd. 4 (43)

10:31-11:14Pd. 4 (43)

11:10-11:53Pd. 4 (43)

11:19-11:53Lunch (34)

11:18-12:01Pd. 5 (43)

11:56-12:39Pd. 5 (43)

11:56-12:39Pd. 5 (43)

12:05-12:39Lunch (34)

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6th Period 12:42-1:24 (43)

7th Period 1:27-2:09 (43)

8th Period 2:12-2:55 (43)

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PENNDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL

BELL SCHEDULE

Warning Bell 8:03Homeroom 8:05-8:15 (10)1st Period 8:19-9:02 (43)2nd Period 9:06-9:49 (43)*

Adventurer, Navigator,

Explorer Lunch

9th GradeLunch

Leopard, Puma, NMTCC students

Lunch

Lion, Panther, Discoverer Lunch

A Lunch 9:53-10:23(30)

3A Period 9:53-10:36 (43)

3A Period 9:53-10:36 (43)

3A Period 9:53-10:36 (43)

3B Period 10:27-11:10 (43)

B Lunch 10:40-11:10 (30)

4B Period 10:40-11:23 (43)

4B Period 10:40-11:23 (43)

4C Period 11:14-11:57 (43)

4C Period 11:14-11:57 (43)

C Lunch 11:27-11:57 (30)

5C Period 11:27-12:10 (43)

5D Period 12:01-12:44 (43)

5D Period 12:01-12:44 (43)

5D Period 12:01-12:44 (43)

D Lunch 12:14-12:44 (30)

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6th Period 12:48-1:31 (43)7th Period 1:35-2:18 (43)

E3 2:22-2:55 (43)

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PENNBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL

BELL SCHEDULE

Students to Homeroom:..............................................................................................................7:55

Breakfast Ends............................................................................................................................8:02

Homeroom ………………………………………………........................ .....................8:05 - 8:13

First Period………………………………………………………………. ....................8:16 - 8:58

Second Period .................................................................................................................9:01 - 9:45

Third Period ...................................................................................................................9:48 - 10:30

Fourth Period Instruction .............................................................................................10:33 - 11:15 ORFourth Period - 7 th Grade Lunch ............................................................................... 10:33 -11:15

*NMTCC Students - Report to Homeroom for Lunch Study prior to 5th period.

Lunch Study .................................................................................................................11:18 - 11:53

Fifth Period Instruction................................................................................................11:56 - 12:38 ORFifth Period - 8 th Grade Lunch ……………………………………...........................11:56 - 12:38

Sixth Period Instruction ................................................................................................12:41 - 1:23 ORSixth Period - 9 th Grade Lunch ...................................................................................12:41 - 1:23

Seventh Period (add l-2 minutes for announcements)................................................... 1:26 - 2:10

Eighth Period..................................................................................................................2:13 - 2:55

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North Penn High School Bell Plan for 2012-2013

Mon., Tues., Fri. Wed., Thurs.

1 7:25 - 8:20 (55) 1 7:25 - 8:10(45)

2 8:24 - 9:14 (50) 2 8:14 - 8:59 (45)

3 9:18 - 10:08 (50) 3 9:03 - 9:48 (45)

4 10:12 - 10:58 (46) 4 9:52 - 10:34 (42)

5 11:02 - 11:48 (46) 5 10:38 - 11:20 (42)

6 11:52 - 12:38 (46) 6 11:24 - 12:06 (42)

7 12:42 - 1:28 (46) 7 12:10 - 12:52 (42)

8 1:32 - 2:22 (50) 8 12:56 - 1:38 (42)

9 1:42 - 2:22 (40)

X Period: 2:26 – 2:50 (24) Mon, Wed, Thurs only

Every school day begins at 7:25 am with all students going directly to first period. Student dismissal is 2:22 pm every day. On Wednesday and Thursday, periods 1-8 will be shortened to create time for period nine at the end of the day. Every Wednesday and Thursday of each week, the school day will have Period 9 built into the schedule; Period 9 will run from 1:42 pm – 2:22 pm. Period 9 will provide an opportunity for students to make-up tests, obtain extra help, and complete homework assignments all within the school day. Students will be able to work with their teachers, complete research in the IMC, and collaborate with peers on class projects.

Period 9 is considered a class and will have the same policies and procedures as a class in terms of attendance and behaviors. Using the hall pass system, students will be permitted to work with their teachers in varying locations. Four minutes before the end of the day (on Wednesdays and Thursdays), all students will be required to return to their Period 9 location.

Late busses will continue to run on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. X-period will continue to be available for all students on those days.

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