CA 20133
Cadet
Guidebook
September 2013
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CA-20133 Cadet Guidebook Dedication
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Welcoming Remarks
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AFJROTC (Did you know that?)
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Curriculum Guide
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Grading Criteria
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Group Organization
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Conduct and Deportment of Cadets
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Board of Inquiry
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Write-ups
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Promotions
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Suspension & Demotion Boards
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The Core Values of the Air Force, CA-20133
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CA-20133 CADET GUIDEBOOK DEDICATION
THIS CADET GUIDEBOOK IS DEDICATED TO THOSE CADETS WHO ARE
THE FUTURE OF OUR ORGANIZATION. MAY THEY FEEL, KNOW, AND
CARRY OUT THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES.
Motto
We build better citizens for America!
Mission and Objectives
AFJROTC
The mission of the AFJROTC program is to educate and train high
school cadets in citizenship; promote community service; instill
responsibility, character, and self-discipline; and provide instruction in
air and space fundamentals.
Vision Statement
Cordova High School
Cordova High School is dedicated to providing rigorous and relevant
educational opportunities that form building blocks for lifelong learning
and personal success in a highly technological global arena.
Mission
CA 20133
The mission of CA 20133 is to prepare better, more productive citizens
through the application of the USAF core values, Integrity First, Service
Before Self and Excellence in all we do in the study of Leadership,
Aviation History, Science of Flight and Science of Space.
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CA-20133
Expect Challenge – Achieve Distinction
Cordova High School
Aerospace Science Department
2239 Chase Road
Rancho Cordova, CA
Telephone 916-294-2450, x810485
Fax 916-294-9080
MEMORANDUM FOR WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
FROM: AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTRUCTORS
SUBJECT: CA-20133 Welcome!
Congratulations! You have just made the first step in planning your future.
You're off to a great start, and we're proud that you have joined the CA-20133 Air
Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet Group. You will have the
unique opportunity to create the Cordova High School JROTC unit.
But as we mentioned, you've only just begun. Since you have chosen to
become a part of such a reputable organization, you now become a valued asset
who will be challenged to the utmost in achieving our goals for the year.
As we strive for these goals you will learn teamwork, leadership, responsibility,
discipline, honor, pride, and a great deal about yourself. All this may sound like
we expect a lot from you, but all of these qualities are within your grasp. For
these few words are often used to describe the cadets in our unit, and after you
become involved in the many activities we have planned for this year you will see
why. What you are going to experience this year may be the toughest challenge
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you will ever face. You must be ready to conform to standards, take orders, and
learn new ways of doing things. Everything you do is designed to make you the
best you can be. Being the best often means giving 250% effort for 100%
achievement. But remember you are not alone! There are over 100 other cadets
going through the same thing you are. Keep in mind that the officers and
upperclassmen are here to help. So, if you have any questions don't hesitate to
ask any of them.
By following the guidelines in this handbook you can help prepare yourself
for a more rewarding future in the CA-20133 cadet group. This handbook was
designed to give you a better understanding of what will be expected of you as a
cadet. Please use it throughout the year, for it will answer most of the questions
you will have about the JROTC program here at Cordova High School.
If you are ready to accept the challenges that lie before you, then CA20133 welcomes you with open arms. We have a lot to offer, and hope that you
will do your best to help us obtain our goals.
Again, we welcome you to the CA-20133.
RICHARD J. KEYS, Lt Col, USAF (Ret.)
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor
RAYMOND E. KIRKLAND, CMSgt, USAF (Ret.)
Aerospace Science Instructor
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THE AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE
OFFICERS' TRAINING CORPS PROGRAM
Did you know that?
1. AFJROTC cadets have an advantage when competing for appointments to the U.S. Air Force
Academy and the other service academies.
2. AFJROTC cadets have an opportunity to earn full four-year scholarships to colleges and
universities of their choice.
3. Each year former cadets graduate from colleges and universities with
commissions as Navy Ensigns and Army, Air Force and Marine Corps Second Lieutenants.
4. There is no MILITARY SERVICE OBLIGATION WHAT SO EVER for participating in the
AFJROTC program.
5. Membership in the AFJROTC unit is open to any female or male student who have completed
eighth grade, are physically fit and a citizen of the United States.
6. AFJROTC courses carry the same credit as any other elective subject.
7. Cadets earn medals, ribbons, swords, trophies, plaques and other awards based on their
scholarship, military bearing and appearance school service, community service, etc.
8. All of the good looking AFJROTC uniforms, insignia, medals, ribbons and textbooks are
provided at no cost to the male or female cadets.
9. Members of the Drill Team and Color Guard travel around the Sacramento area to compete
against other JROTC units.
10. Subjects studied include Frontiers of Aviation History, Science of Flight, Science of
Space, Financial Management, Air Force Careers, Geography and Leadership.
11. Each year outstanding cadets participate in a week of Cadet Officer Leadership School
orientation and adventure; most of the time this is at an active duty Air Force Base.
12. Each year cadets may go on a field trip to Travis Air Force and/or Beale Air Force Base.
13. Each year the cadets have the opportunity to attend the formal Military Ball,
march in the Sacramento Santa Parade parade, the Elk Grove Veteran’s Day parade and to
present the colors at formal occasions.
14. Cadets develop leadership experience and personal self-confidence by commanding
flights, squadrons and even the entire group of cadets.
15. Cadets may join the static Aircraft Model Club and build their own models.
16. Cadets may join the Model Rocket Club and learn to build and fire their own rockets.
17. Cadets may also visit local Middle Schools for Awareness Presentation Briefing to 7 th and 8th
grade students.
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Curriculum Guide
AIR FORCE JROTC
The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program is developed to
enable students to achieve the following objectives:
 Broad-based knowledge of the aerospace age
 An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for national security
 Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a
democratic society
 Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute
toward national security
 Habits of orderliness and precision
 A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and leadership
 Knowledge of fundamental aerospace doctrine
 A knowledge of and an appreciation for the traditions of the U. S. Air Force
 An interest in a career in the military
AFJROTC courses are open to all male and female students who are:
 citizens of the United States
 completed eighth grade
 physically fit
 of good moral character
Courses include classroom academics, leadership, discipline, citizenship, management
and drill. Cadets in AFJROTC incur no military commitment. Cadet uniforms, insignia
and awards are provided at no cost to the student. However, dry cleaning expenses
must be paid by the parents/guardians.
Visits to military installations are planned for the cadets each year. One visit may include
a flight on a military aircraft. Other features of the program include the annual formal
military ball, the military dining-in/out, the mid-year awards night and end-of-year
honors/awards nights. At the awards nights, medals, ribbons, trophies, plaques and
other awards are presented for accomplishments of the cadets during the year.
Students and parents should understand that some after school activities such as
awards ceremonies require mandatory attendance.
The opportunity to win a varsity letter as a member of the Drill Team/Color Guard is
available. Members completing the AFJROTC program may become eligible for one of
the scholarships or military academies.
Upon graduation, cadets may also be considered for advanced rank and benefits if
enlisting in the U.S. armed services.
Grading Criterion AFJROTC
Academics 60%
Participation
Presentations
Reports
Journals
Tests
20%
10%
10%
10%
5%
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Leadership
Leadership-Participation
Leadership-Test
Drill & Ceremonies – Part
Drill & Ceremonies - Insp.
Health/Wellness
40%
10%
5%
15%
10%
5%
Organization of CA-20133
Table of Elements
Element
Rank of Commander
# Of Cadets
Element
Flight
Squadron
Group
Not exceeding C/SSgt
C/2LT-C/Capt
C/Major-C/Lt. Col
C/Lt. Col. - C/Col.
3-10
16-30
32-99
100-250
Chain of Command
In any military unit, it is necessary to distribute responsibility among a
number of members to ensure that all of the goals are accomplished. In our unit,
as in any other, we have a chain of command. It has been carefully designed to
see that the unit's mission is accomplished and the cadets are taken care of.
Shortly after the year begins your flight commander will select a flight
sergeant, and several element leaders from your flight. (All of the people in your
JROTC class are in your flight.)
Your element leader is responsible for your actions in the class. He / She
may seem a little hard on you at times, but his/her job is to control the element. If
you have a problem in your flight, such as needing a book, etc., ask him/her to
help you. That is another responsibility of making sure that his/her people are
well taken care of.
Your flight sergeant is second in command of your flight. He/she has the
authority to tell you to sit down, stop talking, etc., because that person is
responsible for the discipline in the flight. The flight guide's job is to regulate the
speed and direction of the flight in marching when the flight is drilling and to take
over in the senior cadet’s/element leader’s absence.
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Your flight commander will probably be one of your best friends
throughout the school year. He/she has been selected because he/she
possesses superior leadership ability and because he/she is capable of teaching
you to be a self-confident, well-disciplined cadet. If you have a problem, your
Element leader has tried to handle, and then your flight commander is the next
one to see. He/she may raise his/her voice from time to time, but they do this
only because they want the best for you.
Remember, as long as you do what you are told, when you are told, and
follow the chain of command you will succeed in AFJROTC.
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CONDUCT AND DEPORTMENT OF CADETS
Note: When a subject heading is underlined it applies only when the cadet is in
uniform.
1.
General:
You represent a select group looked upon as the best of America's youth.
This means that you should always conduct yourself in a manner that is
favorable to your school, CA 20133 and the United States AFJROTC.
2.
Addressing Other Cadets:
A cadet officer is addressed by cadets of lower rank by his/her rank
followed by his/her last name. (Example: Captain Smith) OR, a cadet
officer may be addressed as "Sir" or "Ma'am". NEVER address a cadet
officer in uniform by his/her first name unless he/she asks you to.
3.
Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired Military Personnel:
Military personnel are addressed by the rank, followed by their last name,
followed by "Sir" or "Ma'am".
4.
Saluting:
A salute is nothing more than a greeting. You are required to salute all
cadet officers and SASI/ASI. You are not required to salute cadets in the
NCO ranks (Staff Sergeant - Chief Master Sergeant). These cadets
exchange a verbal greeting only. All officers must render a salute to
officers of a higher rank. Remember you only salute outside the building
in uncovered areas.
5.
Walking With Cadets and Military Personnel of a Higher Rank:
When walking with a person of higher rank, always walk on his/her left and
in step with him/her. When passing a person of higher rank, pass on
his/her left if possible. When passing through a doorway, the person of
lower rank holds the door and allows the person of higher rank to proceed
through the doorway first.
When boarding and leaving a vehicle, the person of lower rank gets in first
and gets out last.
6.
Treatment of Cadets of a Lower Rank:
NEVER, at any time will hazing be tolerated in the corps of cadets. Any
hazing is to be reported to the flight commander of the cadet who was
harassed and taken straight up the chain of command.
No cadet is to be embarrassed or degraded in any manner. This includes
public reprimands, public punishment, joking about difference in rank, etc.
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7.
Calling Rooms To Attention:
When the United States flag, SASI, ASI, Principal, distinguished visitor,
Group Commander, Vice Commander, or military officer enters the room,
the room is called to attention. The occupants of the room remain at
attention until the person entering says, "At ease", "As you were", etc.
Classrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, etc. will not be called to attention
when there is a large mixture of cadets and non-cadets in the room.
(More than one-half non-cadet is usually a good rule of thumb).
8.
Courtesies Rendered To Non-Cadets:
Faculty members and adults are addressed as "Mr."/"Ms." (last name)
unless they ask or permit you to address them in other forms. In
conversation, unless otherwise directed, they are answered "Yes
sir/ma'am" AND NOT "yeah", "nope", etc. These procedures will not be
used when they will disrupt a working family relationship.
9.
Public Display of Affection:
Extreme public displays of affection will not be tolerated.
10.
Quibbling:
When an officer gives an order, it can be considered to be an order from
the Commander. This means that orders should be followed. You have
the right to disagree and present your ideas if time permits, but the officer
has the final word. If you feel that an officer is treating you unfairly, see
your flight commander, then see your squadron commander, and, if
necessary, your group commander. Any problem can be worked out if it is
done in an orderly fashion.
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Reasons For Strictness:
If a military unit is to function in a smooth manner, then there must be
procedures for everyone to follow. There must be discipline to carry out a
unit's everyday functions.
Faculty members at Cordova look upon AFJROTC as a group of students
that sit on a higher level than other students. They expect us to be cleancut, role model American citizens. We must live not only to meet, but
exceed these expectations.
You are a leader in training, the future of the United States. You must be
willing to live with the discipline and be ready to accept responsibility.
Even if you do not pursue a military career, you will learn the discipline
that you need to be above and beyond your peers who have never had
any military training.
Remember: As long as you are with us, a part of America's future is in
your hands.
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Actions:
Keep in mind that wherever you go, there is probably someone there who
knows you are a part of the CA-20133. Therefore, you must be careful
that you represent the unit in a way that can make us all proud. You don't
have to be a "jarhead", and give up your complete outside life, we only ask
that you act in a way that shows our elite status.
BOARD OF INQUIRY
The Board of Inquiry (BOI) is our way of determining who is at fault in
major questionable offenses. We also convene boards to reward cadets who go
above and beyond the call of duty. This board is made up of the Group
Commander, Vice Commander, Squadron Commander(s), Flight commander(s),
and First Sergeant(s) of the cadet(s) involved. One other staff member is
selected at random if the number of flight commanders generates an even
number of board members. The board listens to both sides of the incident,
decides who is at fault, and makes recommendations of courses of action to be
taken by the SASI and ASI.
Any cadet officer, any faculty member, or any staff member may request a
BOI. The request must be made in writing to the group commander. If the
request is from a cadet, then it must be in the form of a military letter.
If you are ever ordered to appear before a BOI, then comply with the orders fully.
You are advised to prepare a briefing on the incident and why it took place.
You will be permitted to have a number of witnesses present at the board.
The BOI will listen to you and the opposing side of the story. It will deliberate
while you are out of the room and then vote on the decision of whom is at fault
and what punishment it will recommend.
In the event that a board is convened for the purpose of rewarding cadets,
the procedure will, of course, be different.
A BOI is only to be convened in the most extreme cases that can not be
handled without using the BOI system.
WRITE-UPS
All write-ups are formal letters written by Flight Commanders, other
cadets, and even non-cadets. These letters can be good or bad. They can
commend you on a job well done or explain a wrongful situation. All write-ups go
to the Personnel Officer who puts them in the individual's promotion file.
If a write up is written by a cadet other than the Flight Commander of the cadet(s)
involved, then the write up should be addressed to the Flight Commander of the
cadet(s) involved.
All write-ups should include a description of the incident, where and when
it took place, the name(s) of the cadet(s) involved, and the signatures of two
people, preferably cadets, who witnessed the incident, if possible.
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PROMOTIONS
Promotions are probably one of the highlights of the year for all cadets. In
order to be promoted, you simply must do a good job. Our promotion system is
outlined here.
General:
Promotions will be based on the whole person concept. Using the
information contained in the promotion folders, which will include Performance,
wear of the uniform, write- ups, grades, school activities, and recommendations
from flight commanders. At no time will a cadet who is failing AFJROTC or has
been suspended prior to the promotion board, be promoted. A cadet may
achieve a permanent promotion only once each school year. A cadet may
achieve a temporary promotion once each semester. The Cadet Group
Commander in coordination with the SASI and ASI will fill staff positions.
Promotion Boards:
Temporary/Staff promotion boards will consist of six cadet officers
including the Group Commander. The SASI will advise the Temporary/Staff
promotion board. A cadet may achieve temporary promotion in rank once each
semester.
Permanent promotion boards will consist of six enlisted cadets including
the Senior Enlisted Advisor. The Vice Commander will also serve on the
permanent promotion board. The ASI will advise the permanent promotion
board. A cadet may achieve one permanent promotion each school year.
AS-I
AS-I cadets are considered for promotion two times throughout the school year.
The first will be during the first semester after the midterm examinations; the
second will be during the second semester after the midterm examinations.
AS-II
Promotions are based the same as for the AS-Is. Cadet staff members will also
be evaluated on the job performance to determine their promotion.
AS-III and AS-IV
AS-III and AS-IV cadets may be promoted after mid term exams. The basis for
their promotions is the same as for the AS-II cadets with special evaluations for
staff members.
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Below the Zone Promotion
Below the zone (BTZ) promotions are promotions in which a cadet is promoted
ahead of his/her peers. Usually these promotions are identified before the end of
each semester of the school year. Reasons for this may be performing in an
outstanding manner or going above and beyond the call of duty. Below the Zone
promotions are an indication that a cadet is doing his/her best, so always strive to
do your best!
SUSPENSION
If a cadet is suspended from school for an excess of three days, he/she will
automatically revert to his/her permanent grade. Permanent grades are as
follows:
Class
Rank
Abbreviation
AS-I
C/Airman
c/Amn
AS-II
C/Airman 1st Class
c/A1C
AS-III
C/Senior Airman
c/SrA
AS-IV
C/Staff Sergeant
c/SSgt
DEMOTION BOARDS
Demotion Boards are handled in the same manner as promotion boards. These
boards will consist of all Flight Commanders, Squadron Commanders, the Group
Commander and Group Vice Commander, who will consider all factors including
the cadet's promotion file. The board will then decide if the misconduct of the
cadet(s) involved will result in a demotion. Any cadet may be reduced to a rank
deemed appropriate by the board, SASI, ASI, and misconduct committed.
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THE CORE VALUES OF THE AIR FORCE
CA-20133
This section covers some sound advice that will help you in getting more out of
JROTC and more out of life. It is hoped that you will pay close attention to the
ideals outlined here. They are not strictly enforced regulations, but some of them
are the keys to a successful life. Core values are the foundation upon which
a truly quality society is built.
Integrity First
It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. It is
the "moral compass" -- the inner voice; the voice of self-control; the basis
for the trust imperative in today's world.
Integrity is the ability to hold together and properly regulate all of the
elements of a personality. A person of integrity, for example, is capable of
acting on conviction. A person of integrity can control impulses and
appetites.
But, Integrity has several other moral traits indispensable to service to the
unit.
Courage. A person of integrity possesses moral courage and does what is right
even if the personal cost is high.
Honesty. Honesty is the hallmark of the professional cadet because in the unit,
our word must be our bond. We don't pencil-whip reports, we don't cover up
violations. The bottom line is we don't lie, and we can't justify any deviation.
Responsibility. No person of integrity is irresponsible; a person of true integrity
acknowledges his or her duties and acts accordingly.
Accountability. No person of integrity tries to shift the blame to others or take
credit for the work of others; "the buck stops here" says it best.
Justice. A person of integrity practices justice. Those who do similar things
must get similar rewards or similar punishment.
Openness. Professionals of integrity encourage free flow of information within
the organization. They seek feedback from all directions to ensure they are
fulfilling key responsibilities, and they are never afraid to allow anyone at any
time to examine how they do business.
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Self-respect. To have integrity also is to respect oneself as a professional and
a human being. A person of integrity does not behave in ways that would bring
discredit upon him/her self or the organization to which he belongs.
Humility. A person of integrity grasps and is sobered by the awesome task of
defending the Constitution of the United States.
Honor. Honor is the highest form of self-respect. Although the group has no
Honor Code, lying, cheating, and stealing will not be tolerated by any cadet. You
should learn to trust the people in your unit, and the only way to be able to trust
people is to be trustworthy yourself. Be certain that all you do are things that you
can be proud of. The great reward of an honorable person is that they respect
themselves. If you want respect, then you must respect yourself.
Loyalty. Loyalty is the quality of sincere confidence in and support for the
purposes, methods, and capabilities in superiors and subordinates. This does
not mean that you cannot disagree with a superior. You have the right to
express your opinion, but your superior has the final word. However, it is not
loyal to publicly criticize a superior, peer, or subordinate. It only takes a small
amount of common sense to realize that a group could fall apart because only a
few minor incidents of this. Your fellow cadets deserve your loyalty.
Discipline. Discipline is the "cement" that bonds any military force together.
Without discipline, what is AFJROTC? AFJROTC is a mob without discipline.
The heart of discipline is obedience of orders to the letter and doing so in spirit.
(Do not obey orders because you are afraid of being punished; obey because
you want to help AFJROTC become a better organization than what it already is).
No discipline. . . No AFJROTC. No AFJROTC. . . (Eventually) No Air Force. . .
No Air Force. . .No nation. No nation. . . No freedom. Think about it.
Service Before Self
The willingness to volunteer your time for the betterment of the community.
Volunteer opportunities will be available through the Salvation Army Holiday
Food Program, Ch10 Coats for Kids, local senior living centers and other
community activities in the Rancho Cordova community.
Excellence in All We Do
Who wants to be average? The instructors and other members of the JROTC
program will encourage each other to do the best that they can doing order to
achieve their potential.
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