Yellow Card
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What is a yellow card ?
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CDT CMD Form 152-2-R
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Why do we write yellow cards ?
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How do yellow cards work with blue cards ?
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CDT CMD Form 156-4A-R
YELLOW CARD FRONT
White, McKinley
Buc BN
BN CDR
31JAN-4FEB
6 FEB 11
CADET SELF ASSESSMENT REPORT
Cadet
Unit
Duty Position
Dates
Card ___ of___
SUMMARY OF PERFORMANCE (Describe the Situation, assigned Task, the Action taken, and the Results.) Use a continuation Card if Necessary.
S: (Describe Situation, duty position, how many subordinates, etc.,)
T: (Describe the first of at least 3 Tasks given; include what, why, and where)
A: (Describe Actions taken to complete task)
A: (Continue describing Actions taken; often it takes more than one action)
R: (Describe Result of Actions. Was Task completed to standard?)
T: (Describe the next Task given; include what, why, and where)
A: (Describe Actions taken to complete task)
A: (Continue describing Actions taken; often it takes more than one action)
R: (Describe Result of Actions. Was Task completed to standard?)
T: (Describe the next Task given; include what, why, and where)
A: (Describe Actions taken to complete task)
A: (Continue describing Actions taken; often it takes more than one action)
R: (Describe Result of Actions. Was Task completed to standard?)
S – Assigned BN S-3 from 12JAN11 to 8MAY11, in charge of Company containing 42
cadets charged with overall performance of Cadet training.
T – Conduct Troop Leading Procedures (TLP’s). (Receive Mission, WARNO, OPORD)
A – One week prior to leadership lab, got together with company leadership and issued a
warning order, giving them any and all information available at that time.
A – Received the mission, took copious notes, asked pertinent questions.
A – Immediately following the operations order brief, issued warning order #2, which
contained the time & place of my operations order briefing.
A – Issued a complete 5 paragraph operations order and utilized the risk management
process while planning training.
A-Used a clear and concise voice, ensuring my intent was clearly understood by
conducting a thorough back brief.
A – Assigned primary and assistant instructors for lab
A-Ensured that instructors were knowledgeable and rehearsed on their topics.
R – Instructors were thoroughly briefed and prepared for training prior to execution.
T – Conduct Leadership Lab, After Actions Review (AAR), and Change of Command.
A – Ensured my element was trained to the highest standard by rehearsing classes with
instructors paying close attention to accuracy of material.
A – Enthusiastically offered excellent feedback during after actions review in order to improve
my subordinates’ standards and capabilities.
A – Formally conducted change of command ensuring positive future performance by giving
detailed continuity information to my successor.
A – Correctly and neatly completed Cadet Self-Assessment Report and turned in to my
evaluator on time
R – Element was 100% present, highly trained & motivated.
T – Conduct Physical Training (PT) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning.
A – Prepared a physical training plan for my group and discussed plan with higher no later
than one week prior to execution.
A – Ensured all my personnel knew proper uniform, formation times and locations,
ensuring 100% attendance & accountability.
A – Ensured that my element reached muscle failure in push-ups and sit-ups and had a
minimum of 20 minutes of cardio respiratory workout.
R – Element was 100% present, well trained and highly motivated
My Strongest Dimensions: (list 1, 2 or 3)
(List 1, 2 or 3 of the Leadership Dimensions on Blue Card and describe why each is a
strong point.)
Dimensions I need to Improve: (list 1, 2 or 3)
(List 1, 2 or 3 of the Leadership Dimensions on Blue Card and describe why each is a
weak point.)
E
S
N
E
OR
Complete self-assessment to this point and turn it in prior to counseling.
Cadet Summary of Counseling
*NOTE: This Section Cannot Be Completed Before Counseling!*
My Strongest Dimensions (As Noted by Evaluator):
(List the Strong Dimensions from the evaluation.)
Dimensions to Improve (As Noted by Evaluator):
(List the Weak Dimensions from the evaluation.)
Actions I Plan to Take:
(Write Specific actions that will sustain Strong Dimensions and Improve the
Weak ones as noted in the Evaluation.)
Cadet’s Signature
Date
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Sustain
CO- Utilized terrain model kit effectively during operations order brief, having an assistant
move parts during my briefing.
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DK- I demonstrated a through understanding of knock out a bunker tactics in accordance
with FM3-21.8.
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Improve
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PS- Need to develop better understanding of operations orders skeletons and
prepare myself before lab.
IP- Develop a better sense of awareness, in regards to how my subordinates view
my leadership abilities.
Actions I plan to take
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IP- Continually evaluate my squad members’ reactions to my leadership style.
MB- Seek guidance from 2LT Kilgore on improving my voice inflection when
giving commands.
BLUE CARD FRONT
TTPs
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Fill out all sections of the card in pencil EXCEPT the signature
block.
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Sell yourself to the evaluator, explain your actions during the
counseling.
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Write out your thoughts on paper then transfer to the card.
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Apply the techniques you would use when creating a resume.
Take note of your actions throughout the week.
Settle any disputes and ask any questions before you sign the blue
card.
Army Writing Resources
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AR 600-70
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DA PAM 600-67
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AR 25-50
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Better Military Writing
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