AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS
TX-945 CADET GROUP CADET GUIDE
1 AUGUST 2013
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The following guide provides guidance for cadets assigned to the TX-945nd Cadet Group (AFJROTC). It
implements, explains, or localizes provisions of Air Force, Air Education and Training Command (AETC),
and Department of Defense (DOD) directives and complements AFJROTC publications. It applies only to
the TX-945nd Cadet Group.
NOTE 1: Cadets are not commissioned; therefore the use of the abbreviation NCO (non-commissioned
officer) may be confusing. For purposes of this guide, the abbreviation NCO is used as a general
description of cadets who hold ranks with the title “sergeant” or cadets who hold positions normally held
by “sergeants”.
NOTE 2: “Term” is used to designate a six week grading period.
NOTE 3: SASI = Senior Aerospace Science Instructor; ASI = Aerospace Science Instructor
Supersedes: All previous TX-945 Cadet Guides
Approved by: Dr. Joe Colemen, Principal, NSSHS
Jason Bollich, Principal, NSNGC
OPR: TX-945Grp/CC
Pages: 1 - 34 / Copies: 150
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CHAPTER I – GENERAL INFORMATION
SECTION 1, PERSONNEL
SECTION 2, CADET CONDUCT
SECTION 3, EVALUATION OF UNIFORM WEAR
SECTION 4, CADET RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS
SECTION 5, PROMOTION
SECTION 6, MERITS AND DEMERITS
SECTION 7, CADET EVALUATION BOARDS
SECTION 8, OTHER THAN SCHOOL HOUR ACTIVITIES
SECTION 9, CADET HEALTH AND WELLNESS
SECTION 10, LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
SECTION 11, FORMS
SECTION 12, GRADING
SECTION 13, COLLEGE CREDIT FOR JROTC AND DISTANCE LEARNING
CHAPTER II – UNIFORMS AND AWARDS
SECTION 1, UNIFORMS
SECTION 2, GROOMING
SECTION 3, BADGES AND DISTINCTIVE ITEMS
SECTION 4, AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
ILLUSTRATIONS
CHAPTER III – HERITAGE
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CHAPTER I
SECTION 1
PERSONNEL
1.1. A cadet is any North Shore High student enrolled in the JROTC program as an academic class and has been
issued an Air Force uniform.
1.2. A trainee is any North Shore High student who is enrolled in their first year of the JROTC program as an
academic class but has not been awarded the Air Force uniform.
1.3. Per the Galena Park Consolidated Independent School District / U.S. Air Force contract agreement, minimum
standards for participation in the program are determined by the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI). The
contract agreement requires that the SASI must approve the participation of each cadet before enrollment and that
the SASI may rescind permission at discretion.
1.3.1. Normally, cadets are not removed from JROTC, rather the SASI will request cadets not be enrolled in JROTC
for the next semester. This request is made for cadets who earn less than a 70 on semester work or earn, without
elimination, more than 80 demerits (see paragraph 6.2.4.3.). For situations in which immediate removal is the
obvious solution, the principal, cadet’s assistant principal, and the SASI will agree on an appropriate alternative.
1.3.2. Trainees who have not transitioned to cadet status by the end of the semester will be transferred to another
class.
SECTION 2
CADET CONDUCT
2.1. Cadets must follow the standards of conduct and rules established by North Shore High School and are expected
to follow basic standards of military conduct. Cadets are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible and
mature manner. AFJROTCI 36-2003 specifies that cadets who do not conform to standards will fail the course and
not be enrolled in the future.
2.2. TX-945 policies necessary for maintaining good order and discipline are listed below. Failure to follow these
rules of conduct may lead to removal from a position of responsibility, reduction in cadet rank, or dropped from
JROTC enrollment. In cases violating school policy, cadets will be reported to the school for appropriate action.
2.2.1. Classroom policies. Deviation from the following paragraphs is at the discretion of the instructor.
2.2.1.1. All flights will develop and train an opening ceremony, to include announcements and an attendance report.
All flights are required to keep a log of daily activities.
2.2.1.2. Cadets should stand when asking a question or making a statement.
2.2.1.3. The flight should be called to attention whenever any of the following individuals enters the classroom;
Principal, Associate Principal, any Assistant Principal, and/or any commissioned officer holding the grade of O-6 or
higher.
2.2.1.4. All information presented, regardless of media, is testable.
2.2.1.5. Refreshments. Bottled water is allowed; the container must have a lid. All other drinks must be kept out of
sight or risk confiscation. Eating is only allowed in the office area with permission of the instructors; all food items
must be kept out of sight or risk confiscation. Waivers from this policy are limited to specific activities with
permission from the SASI or ASI.
2.2.1.6. Chewing gum is prohibited in the classroom or while in formation.
2.2.1.7. Sleeping in class is disrespectful and will be treated as insubordination.
2.2.2. General policies.
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2.2.2.1. Verbal profanity, offensive gestures and/or wear of offensive clothing is prohibited. Habitual offensive
behavior indicates a lack of intelligence and an inappropriate attitude.
2.2.2.2. Hazing is prohibited. Hazing is any conduct where a cadet is exposed to an activity which is cruel, abusive,
humiliating, oppressive, demeaning, or harmful. Soliciting or coercing another to perpetrate any such activity is also
considered hazing. Hazing need not involve physical contact; it can be verbal or psychological. Actual or implied
consent to acts of hazing does not eliminate the culpability of the perpetrator.
2.2.2.2.1. Use of physical exercises as a disciplinary method or punishment is considered hazing and is prohibited.
Cadets using physical exercises in this manner will lose their position, rank and may be asked to transfer from
JROTC.
2.2.2.3. Public displays of affection (PDA), such as kissing, holding hands, embracing, or walking arm-in-arm,
while in uniform are prohibited. PDA at any time is discouraged.
2.2.2.4. Caps or hats, other than the uniform cover, must not be worn or visible in the JROTC area. Violations are
subject to confiscation.
2.2.2.5. Cell phones, electronic devices, or head phones must not be used or visible in the JROTC area from 0700 –
1600 on school days or anytime the uniform is worn. Violations are subject to confiscation.
2.3.2.6. Shouting, deliberate unnecessary loud noises or inappropriate physical contact with other cadets (hitting,
punching, etc.) is prohibited and is considered conduct unbecoming.
2.4 Attendance. All cadets are expected to be present and on time everyday unless they have an excused absence.
Cadets in leadership positions who cannot adhere to this expectation will be replaced. Additionally the Group
Commander, Squadron Commanders and Flight Commanders should notify the SASI or ASI when they are going to
be absent.
2.5. Sexual Harassment. SEXUAL HARASSMENT IS UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR AND IS NOT
TOLERATED IN JROTC. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that involves the unwelcome sexual
advance, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of sexual nature. All reports of or cases of
sexual harassment will be reported to the school administration.
2.6. The JROTC Building. Cadets should come to JROTC only for JROTC classes or for official JROTC business.
Any cadet or student in the JROTC area and not directly engaged in JROTC business is subject to referral and/or
demerits. Cadets are not to request permission from other teachers or substitute teachers to leave that class to come
to the JROTC unless approved in advance by an ASI.
2.6.1. Computers, desks, desk drawers, mail boxes, file cabinets, file cabinet drawers, and storage rooms are “OFF
LIMITS” to cadets who will NOT have access to any of the above without the express permission of one of the ASIs
or a responsible cadet.
SECTION 3
EVALUATION OF UNIFORM WEAR
3.1. Cadets are required to wear the Air Force uniform an average of one day each week. Each scheduled uniform
inspection counts as a major grade. Wednesday of each week is normally the designated day for wearing the
uniform and inspection, however other days may be designated to accommodate a ceremony, holiday, or school
scheduled event.
3.2. Failure to wear the uniform on a designated uniform day will be awarded a zero and 10 demerits. Cadets
changing out of the uniform during the school day, without prior approval, will be awarded a zero and 10 demerits.
3.3. If a cadet is physically absent from a uniform inspection, the cadet must wear the uniform on the next day the
cadet attends JROTC class to be inspected and recover lost credit. Demerits are not awarded for absences.
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3.4. Trainees will wear appropriate attire the same day as cadets wear the uniform. At a minimum, appropriate attire
is a collared shirt tucked into the waist band all the way around, slacks or jeans (without any holes), belt (for
slacks/jeans with belt loops), socks and shoes (no sandals). Students will be evaluated for appropriate attire under
the provisions of paragraphs 3.2. and 3.3. Demerits will be awarded per paragraph 6.2.3.1.
SECTION 4
CADET RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS
4.1. Cadet officers and cadet NCOs are responsible for maintaining discipline and for setting a proper example at all
times.
4.2. Cadet officers and cadet NCOs are authorized to give orders to cadets who are junior to them. This authority is
confined to JROTC activities and will be exercised only in carrying out JROTC responsibilities. Cadets have no
authority to excuse other cadets from scheduled classes or formations or to change or modify existing orders or
regulations. When cadet officers are members of organized teams, they will act as a subordinate to the team leader,
regardless of rank.
4.3. The SASI will appoint the Group Commander. The Group Commander will appoint the Deputy Commander,
Squadron Commanders and group staff with approval of the SASI. Squadron Commanders will appoint their staff
based on recommendations from the Group Commander and approved by the SASI. Flight Commanders will
appoint their staff from cadets available in the flight.
4.4. Job Descriptions. Job descriptions are general in nature and may be expanded or decreased by the ASIs.
Abbreviations enclosed in parenthesis are the appropriate office symbol.
4.5. Special Assistant (SA): Reports directly to the SASI and is normally a former Group Commander.
4.6. Group
4.6.1. Group Commander (CC). Responsible for managing Group activities and exercising general supervision
over all cadets assigned to the Group, to include appearance, discipline, training, and motivation; develops Group
goals and projects on a semester basis; liaison between the ASIs and the cadets; responsible for assisting the ASI in
managing any fund raising activities conducted by the Group; establishes procedures for the conduct of fund raising
activities.
4.6.2. Deputy Commander (CD). In coordination with and in the absence of the Group Commander: responsible
for all listed responsibilities of the Group Commander; plans and coordinates extracurricular activities with other
school organizations and other schools hosting JROTC; assists the ASIs in planning, coordinating and scheduling
cadets for base visitations, field trips and similar activities; conducts a Leadership School preparation course.
4.6.2.1. Executive Officer (CCE). Responsible for managing staff activities and exercising general supervision
over all cadets assigned to the staff, to include appearance, discipline, training, and motivation; ensures staff
activities are conducted in accordance with current regulations, directives, policies, and procedures.
4.6.2.2. Operations Officer (DO). Responsible for managing team activities and exercising general supervision
over all cadets assigned to the teams during team activities, to include appearance, discipline, training, and
motivation; ensures team activities are conducted in accordance with current regulations, directives, policies, and
procedures.
4.6.2.2.1. Drill Team (ADT – armed) (UDT – unarmed). Responsible for organizing, training and supervising
team activities and performance; maintains rosters to show attendance at drill flight practices; normally commands
drill flights at competitive drill meets; ensures assigned equipment is cleaned and maintained.
4.6.2.2.2. Color Guard (CG). Responsible for organizing, training and supervising the activities and performance
of the color guard; provides instruction and supervision for all retreat and flag raising ceremonies; maintains rosters
to show attendance at color guard practices; normally commands color guards at competitions; ensures all assigned
equipment is cleaned and maintained.
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4.6.2.2.3. Physical Training (PT). Supervises the activities and performance of the physical fitness team, to
include maintaining rosters to show attendance at practices and competitions; normally commands the physical
fitness team at in competitions; plans and supervises athletic activities with other schools that host JROTC.
4.6.2.2.4. Model Team (MMT – Model; MRT – Rocket). Responsible for supporting the objectives of the model
rocketry and static model programs IAW AFJROTCI 36-2001; assists the ASIs in developing and updating the
model programs; recommends cadets to assist in conducting the programs; schedules meetings and training sessions;
maintains rosters of participants in the model programs; ensures all cadets recommended for model program badges
have completed all requirements.
4.6.2.2.5. Academic Team (ACT). Responsible for supporting the objectives of the JROTC Academic Challenge.
4.6.2.2.6. Football Support (FS). Corps Warriors / Stallions. Responsible for maintaining and displaying the
school’s spirit flags at each football game or any athletic event at the request of the Athletic Director. The method
of displaying the flags is the prerogative of the Athletic Director.
4.6.3. Command Chief (CCF). Responsible for assisting the Group Commander in managing Group activities and
exercising general supervision over all enlisted cadets assigned to the Group; serves as liaison between the cadet
officers and enlisted cadets within the Group; conducts NCO staff meetings to ensure that all Group NCOs are
aware of cadet Group activities; forms the Group for parades, inspections, or other military functions; responsible
for planning, organizing and managing any community service activities conducted by the Group. Responsible for
the Group flag, to include carrying or designating the carrying of the Group flag at ceremonies, parades, and other
times prescribed by the Group Commander. Serves as the Group Operations Officer if that position is not filled.
4.7. Additional Duties. Selected cadets may be designated to perform the following additional duties. Additional
duties are normally assigned to cadet officers and NCOs who are not filling another position, however, no cadet will
be precluded from assuming an additional duty nor will cadets be precluded from having more than one additional
duty provided the work is satisfactory.
4.7.1. Public Affairs (PA). Responsible for providing newsworthy items about Group activities to the school
district, and news media; maintains the unit history or other records reflecting Group tradition, accomplishments,
and activities; publishes the Group newsletter (NOTAMs); responsible for providing photographic service;
responsible for updating the unit website; responsible for activities to recruit individuals into JROTC; writes and
updates the recruiting plan; coordinates with other schools for recruiting activities; coordinates on-campus recruiting
activities.
4.7.2. Services (SV). Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all athletic, social, protocol, or other
activities assigned by the ASIs or Group Commander.
4.7.3. Engineering (DE). Responsible for maintaining the JROTC area in excellent condition; ensures all areas are
cleaned on a regular basis; plans, coordinates, and executes projects to enhance the environment and esthetics of the
JROTC area.
4.7.4. Mission Support (MS). Responsible for direct support of the school’s administration as determined by the
principal; responsible for ensuring the school flags are raised and lowered each school day; responsible for ensuring
the flag pole and flags are in good condition.
4.7.5. Supply (LG). Responsible for assisting the ASI in the issue, inventory, and turn-in of uniforms; provides
guidance on proper supply discipline; ensures the JROTC supply areas are clean.
4.7.6. Personnel (DP). Responsible for maintaining cadet personnel folders and record information such as
promotions, awards, assignments, demotions, etc; compiles and maintains merits for the cadet corps and ensuring
the merit reports are posted; maintains records of participation as provided by team commanders.
4.7.7. Physical Fitness (PT). Responsible for managing the CHW curriculum.
4.8. Squadron. Squadron designations are 9451st, 9452nd, etc. Squadrons are activated, deactivated, and manned at
the discretion of the SASI.
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4.8.1. Squadron Commander (CC). Responsible for managing Squadron activities and exercising general
supervision over all cadets assigned to the Squadron, to include appearance, discipline, training, and motivation;
ensures merits and demerits are documented accurately; ensures Squadron activities are conducted in accordance
with current regulations, directives, policies, and procedures; develops Squadron projects on a semester basis;
liaison between the Group Commander and the cadets; responsible for the raising, lowering, and folding of the
school flags each school day.
4.8.2. Operations Officer (DO) / First Sergeant (CCF). Responsible for assisting the Squadron Commander in
managing Squadron activities; forms the Squadron for parades, inspections, or other military functions. Cadet
officers in this position are titled Operations Officers. Cadet NCOs in this position are titled First Sergeants.
4.8.3. Additional Duties. Each squadron will designate a cadet or cadets to perform additional duties as required.
4.9. Flights. Flights correspond to the school’s academic periods.
4.9.1. Flight Commander (A/CC, B/CC, etc.). Responsible for managing flight activities and exercising general
supervision over all cadets assigned to the flight, to include appearance, discipline, training, and motivation; ensures
flight activities are conducted in accordance with current regulations, directives, policies, and procedures; develops
flight projects on a semester basis.
4.9.2. Assistant Flight Commander / Flight Sergeant. Responsible for the formation, organization, general
conduct and appearance of the flight; assumes command of the flight in the absence of the Flight Commander.
Assistant Flight Commanders hold cadet officer rank; Flight Sergeants hold cadet NCO rank. Responsible for flight
additional duties (4.9.5.) if another cadet is not designated.
4.9.3. Guidon Bearer. A specially selected cadet trained to carry the Flight guidon whenever the Flight is in
formation and other times prescribed by the Flight Commander. The Flight guidon bearer should not be a cadet
NCO, but cannot be a cadet officer.
4.9.4. Element Leaders. Element leaders are cadets assigned to guide the element in formation or any other duties
deemed necessary by the Flight Commander.
4.9.5. Additional Duties. Each flight will designate a cadet or cadets to perform the Supply (4.7.5.) and Physical
Fitness (4.7.7.) additional duties for their assigned flight.
4.10. Unit Organization Summary.
POSITION
OFFICE SYMBOL
MINIMUM
NUMBER
NOTES
Group Commander
CGp/CC
1
LLA Graduate
Deputy Commander
CGp/CD
1
LLA Graduate
Executive Officer
CGp/CCE
1
Operations Officer / Command Chief
CGp/CCC_____________1_____________ Minimum AS-4
Armed Drill Team
CGp/ADT
13
Unarmed Drill Team
CGp/UDT
13
Color Guard
CGp/CG
4
Physical Training
CGp/PT
8
Model Team
CGp/M()T
3
R=Rocket; M=Model
Academic Team
CGp/ACT
5
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___Corps Warriors / Stallions___________ C/Gp/FS______________ 7_____________
Squadron Commander
CSq/CC
1
Operations Officer / First Sergeant
CSq/CCE
1
Guidon Bearer
None
1
Flight Commander
A/CC, B/CC, etc.
4
Asst Flight Commander
None
4
Flight Sergeant
None
4
Element Leaders
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4.11. Organizational Chart. * Number of flights and squadron assignment determined by the SASI.
Group
Commander
Deputy
Commander
Command
Chief
Executive
Operations
9451st *
9452nd *
Alpha Flight
Delta Flight
Engineering
Services
Drill
Color Guard
Bravo Flight
Echo Flight
Public Affairs
Supply
Physical
Training
Model Rocket
Charlie Flight
Foxtrot Flight
Mission
Support
Personnel
Corp Warriors
/ Stallions
SECTION 5
PROMOTION
5.1. General. Promotions normally occur at the end of each term. All promotions must be approved by the SASI.
5.1.2. Abbreviations. Cadet Airman Basic = C/AB; Cadet Airman = C/Amn; Cadet Airman First Class = C/A1C;
Cadet Senior Airman = C/SrA; Cadet Staff Sergeant = C/SSgt; Cadet Technical Sergeant = C/TSgt; Cadet Master
Sergeant = C/MSgt; Cadet Senior Master Sergeant = C/SMSgt; Cadet Chief Master Sergeant = C/CMSgt; Cadet
Second Lieutenant = C/2Lt; Cadet First Lieutenant = C/1Lt; Cadet Captain = C/Capt; Cadet Major = C/Maj; Cadet
Lieutenant Colonel = C/LtCol; Cadet Colonel = C/Col.
5.2. Maximums. The number of cadet NCOs is limited to 44% of the total number of cadets. The number of cadet
officers is limited to 20% of the total number of cadets.
5.3. Promotion Criteria. For promotion to C/Amn, the cadet must have a passing JROTC grade for the term (70+).
For promotion to C/A1C through C/CMSgt and C/1Lt through C/LtCol, the cadet must score at or above the cutoff
score for the eligible rank. Cutoff scores will vary based on factors outlined in paragraph 5.4. and subparagraphs.
5.3.1. Cadet Second Lieutenant. Be a cadet NCO; be classified as a Junior (11th grade) at North Shore Senior High
School; have an overall 80 GPA; attend an SASI approved leadership class and/or leadership school; be
recommended by the Group Commander and approved by the SASI. These promotions are normally offered during
the 1st and 4th terms each academic year.
5.3.2. Cadet Lieutenant Colonel. Score at or above the cutoff score for C/LtCol and complete a Leadership
Laboratory Activity approved by the SASI.
5.3.3. Cadet Colonel. Complete a Leadership Laboratory Activity and selected by the SASI.
5.4. Promotion Point Definitions.
5.4.1. Rank, AS, and (grade) Level: Self-explanatory.
5.4.2. Grade Point Average (GPA): The average for all course work earned at North Shore High School during the
promotion cycle.
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5.4.3. JROTC: The average for all course work earned for JROTC during the promotion cycle.
5.4.4. Rate: Cadets in supervisory positions will rate subordinate cadets on the TX-945 Form 1. The Group
Commander will rate all group staff members and the Squadron Commanders. The Squadron Commanders will rate
their staff and Flight Commanders. The Flight Commanders will rate all cadets in their flight not already rated by
another cadet. The TX-945 Form 1s are due to the SASI for review not later than two school days following the end
of each term.
5.4.5. PME: Graduates of any Leadership Laboratory Activity approved by the SASI.
5.4.6. Guide: Most recent score on the Cadet Guide examination.
5.3. Position Promotions. Cadets appointed to the listed positions will wear the designated rank insignia for as long
as they hold the position (“frocked”) or until promoted to the designated rank. If relieved prior to promotion to the
designated rank, the cadet will revert to their earned rank. Cadets appointed as squadron First Sergeants may wear
C/SMSgt rank insignia. The cadet appointed as the Command Chief may wear C/CMSgt rank insignia. Cadets
appointed as Flight Commanders may wear C/2Lt rank insignia. Cadets appointed as Squadron Commanders may
wear C/Maj rank insignia. The cadet appointed as the Group Deputy Commander may wear C/LtCol rank insignia.
The cadet appointed as the Group Commander may wear C/Col rank insignia.
5.6. Leadership (“Spot”) Promotions. SASI approval must be obtained before the cadet is promoted. The SASI
can waive promotion guidance in previous paragraphs on a case by case basis.
5.6.1. The Group Commander may promote one cadet officer per semester for performance determined to be over
and above that of other cadet officers and one cadet NCO per year to C/2Lt for performance determined to be
worthy of promotion to cadet officer; the requirements of paragraphs 5.3.1. may be waived by the SASI in this case.
5.6.2. Each Squadron Commander may promote one cadet per semester for performance they determine to be over
and above that of other cadets; limited to promotions no higher than C/MSgt.
5.7. Demotion. Demotion is a reduction in rank and occurs at the discretion of the SASI, based on
recommendations from the ASI and/or the cadet commanders.
5.7.1. Cadet airmen who fail JROTC for a grading period will be demoted to the next lowest rank.
5.7.2. Cadet NCOs who receive a Letter of Reprimand, earn less than a 75 for a JROTC term grade or are suspended
from school will be demoted to C/Amn (10th grade), C/A1C (11th grade) or C/SrA (12th grade). Cadet NCOs who
do not score the minimum promotion points required for their current rank will be demoted to the next lowest rank
at which they meet or exceed the minimum promotion points. If the demotion exceeds the number authorized for
that rank, the cadet will be demoted to the next lowest rank.
5.7.3. Cadet officers who receive a Letter of Counseling or earn less than an 80 for a JROTC term grade will be
demoted to C/SSgt. Cadet officers who are suspended from school will be demoted to C/AB. Reinstatement of
cadet officer rank is determined by the SASI. Cadet officers who do not score the minimum promotion points
required for their rank will be demoted to the next lowest rank at which they meet or exceed the minimum
promotion points. If the demotion exceeds the number authorized for that rank, the cadet will be demoted to the
next lower rank.
SECTION 6
MERITS AND DEMERITS
6.1. Merit System. Cadets and students belong to a unique organization requiring standards of behavior not
normally expected of other individuals attending North Shore High School. These standards are based on common
courtesy, generally accepted rules of behavior and on a clean, neat appearance. In order to assist cadets and students
in measuring themselves against standards of orderliness and behavior and to assist in self-improvement efforts, a
merit/demerit system is established. Merits accumulated during any grading period can be used as a measure of
leadership development. Merits may be earned at any time, are cumulative through the school year and carried over
from school year to school year.
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6.1.1. Only the ASIs will award merits. Cadet officers and NCOs may recommend merits; recommendations must
be documented and approved by the appropriate Squadron Commander. Use of the TX-945 Form 2 is
recommended, but not required. It is the responsibility of cadet leaders to ensure that the cadets and students under
their supervision are credited each time merits are earned.
6.1.2. The Squadron Commanders are the cadet managers for the merit system. All questions concerning the merit
system will be directed to these cadets, not the instructors.
6.2. Demerit System. Associated with a merit system is a demerit system used to measure cadets and students who
fail to meet standards, particularly in the areas of uniform wear and courtesy. Any ASI, cadet officer, or cadet NCO
can report instances where demerits can be awarded. The only exceptions are those cadets performing as Flight or
Function Leaders who are neither cadet officers nor NCOs. Cadets will be held responsible for any negligent use of
the system. Demerits may be earned at any time, are cumulative through the school year and carried over from
school year to school year.
6.2.1. Demerits will be reported directly to the appropriate Squadron Commander. Use of the TX-945 Form 2 is
recommended, but not required. Squadron Commanders will determine whether excessive demerits within a flight
will impact on the Flight Commander.
6.2.2. The Squadron Commanders are the cadet managers for the demerit system. All questions concerning the
demerit system will be directed to these cadets, not the instructors.
6.2.3. The following is a general list of demerit categories, but is not all inclusive: Conduct unbecoming; being in an
area determined as “off limits”; failed to wear uniform when required; failed to salute or an incorrect salute; tattoo or
unauthorized piercing visible; eating or food items in the classroom; chewing gum in class or formation; tardy to
class; sleeping in class. Cadets disciplined with In School Suspension (ISS) earn 10 demerits for each day. Cadets
suspended from school earn 20 demerits for each day. Cadets assigned to the Alternative Learning Center earn
demerits equaling the number of documented merits divided by ten.
6.2.3.1. Demerits will be awarded for discrepancies on uniform inspections; normally a number equal to 10% of the
points lost for discrepancies. Cadets failing to wear the uniform when required are awarded 10 demerits. First year
cadets are not awarded uniform discrepancy demerits until the beginning of the term after receiving a uniform.
Trainees are not awarded appropriate attire demerits during the first term.
6.2.3.2. ASIs may award demerits for failing to meet North Shore High School dress policy. Awarding these
demerits does not preclude school disciplinary action.
6.3. Demerits may be eliminated by either “buying out” or negotiating a project. In all cases, the cadet must request
elimination in writing to the appropriate squadron (reference TX-945 Form 2).
6.3.1. Merits may be used to eliminate (“buy out”) demerits on a ten to one basis. Example: A cadet with 100 merits
fails to wear the uniform on a designated day. The 10 demerits earned can be eliminated by the earned merits
leaving the cadet with zero merits and zero demerits. Example: A student with 50 merits fails to meet minimum
wear standards on a designated day. Five of the 10 demerits earned can be eliminated by the earned merits leaving
the student with zero merits and 5 demerits.
6.3.2. Demerits may be eliminated upon successful completion of a project negotiated with the appropriate Squadron
Commander and approved by the Group Commander and SASI.
6.3.3. Cadets awarded demerits they believe were undeserved should appeal through the chain of command to their
Squadron Commander, except for AS4s who should appeal to the Group Commander. The SASI will review the
circumstances and either uphold the demerits or eliminate them. Eliminated merits will be reinstated.
6.4. Disciplinary actions for accumulated demerits are more severe as the demerits increase.
6.4.1. A cadet who accumulates 21 demerits without elimination will receive a Letter of Counseling (LOC). The
LOC warns the cadet about the consequences of the accumulation of demerits. The LOC must be signed by the
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cadet’s parent/guardian and returned. LOCs are issued by the cadet’s Flight Commander. LOCs are issued by the
Group Commander for group staff.
6.4.2. A cadet who accumulates 51 demerits without elimination will receive a Letter of Reprimand (LOR). The
LOR outlines the consequences of the accumulation of demerits. The LOR must be signed by the cadet’s
parent/guardian and returned. LORs are issued by the cadet’s Squadron Commander. LORs are issued by the
Group Commander for group staff.
6.4.3. A cadet who accumulates 81 demerits without elimination will be prohibited from wearing the uniform. The
prohibition is issued by the Group Commander and indorsed by the SASI. Issuance of a prohibition letter
automatically generates a Cadet Board of Review.
6.4.4. Cadet officers earn five times the number of demerits for infractions. Cadet NCOs earn twice the number of
demerits for infractions.
SECTION 7
CADET EVALUATION BOARDS
7.1. Purpose. To provide cadet officers and NCOs a meaningful leadership experience through the opportunity to
serve as a member of a cadet evaluation board. Their duties will be to review, evaluate, and submit
recommendations to the Group Commander. The findings and recommendations of cadet boards will serve only as
a basis for further action by the ASIs.
7.2. Board Composition. The composition of cadet boards can vary according to the type of board and/or
availability to cadets to serve. Normally, a board will be presided over by a Squadron Commander. Other board
members include cadet officers or NCOs appointed by the Group Commander, Squadron Commander or SASI as
members. All board members should be senior in rank to those appearing before the board.
7.3. Types of Evaluation Boards.
7.3.1. Cadet Board of Review. Convened to identify and recommend cadets for awards and other outstanding
achievements or to recommend disciplinary action for cadets with excessive demerits.
7.3.2. Cadet Board of Inquiry. Convened to investigate or evaluate situations that may bring discredit or
embarrassment to the unit, the school, or the U.S. Air Force and recommend actions.
7.4. General Procedures. The Group Commander will be responsible for convening cadet boards upon instructions
from the ASIs. Cadets to appear before the board will be notified in writing at least 48 hours in advance as to time,
date, place, purpose, and uniform. Cadet boards will review, evaluate, and make recommendations in writing to the
SASI within 24 hours of the board’s conclusion. An ASI may serve as an advisor, but should not take part in any
deliberations of the board.
SECTION 8
OTHER THAN SCHOOL HOUR ACTIVITIES
8.1. Schedule. No activities will be scheduled for other-than-school- hours without the prior approval of the ASIs.
8.2. Staff meetings. The Group Commander will determine when and where staff meetings will be held, determine
individuals required to attend the staff meetings and invite additional cadets to attend the staff meeting as
appropriate.
8.3. Stand Up. Stand up is a formal briefing for the ASIs updating the status of unit goals and projects. Specific
procedures will be determined by the Group Commander. Stand up should occur once each month, but may be more
often as needed. Attendees other than AS-4 cadets are determined by the Group Commander but should include all
cadet officers.
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SECTION 9
CADET HEALTH AND WELLNESS
9.1. General. Health and wellness is an important component of life. Emphasis is placed on developing and
maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Each cadet must have a signed TX-945 Form 6 and TX-945 Form 9 on file to
participate in either evaluation.
9.2. President’s Physical Fitness Evaluation: As directed by HQ AFJROTC, this evaluation is given at the
beginning of each school year, but not later than the end of the first term and given at the end of each school year,
but not later than the last day of classes. The score attained will count as a minor grade.
9.3. Air Force Physical Fitness Evaluation. All cadets will have the opportunity to take the Air Force Physical
Fitness Test four times each school year. The score attained will count as a minor grade. Score charts are found on
the reverse side of the TX-945 Form 8.
SECTION 10
LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
10. Leadership School. Each year a limited number of cadets are afforded an opportunity to attend a Leadership
School (also known as Leadership Laboratory Activity or LLA). These schools are conducted by JROTC personnel
at various locations, and present each cadet with an opportunity to broaden horizons, make new friends, acquire
knowledge, and develop discipline and leadership. Since only a limited number of cadets may attend these schools,
selection will be determined by the SASI and ASI.
SECTION 11
FORMS
11.1. TX-945 Form 1, Cadet Evaluation Report is used to evaluate cadet performance for promotion.
11.2. TX-945 Form 2, Cadet Report Form is used to recommend merits, demerits, request demerit elimination or
any act of a cadet that should be documented.
11.3. TX-945 Form 3, Emergency Data Record is used on occasions that warrant emergency treatment for the
cadet when the parents are not present and the cadet is on a JROTC sponsored activity. Cadets are not allowed to
participate in a JROTC activity off campus without a Form 3 on file.
11.4. TX-945 Form 4, Cadet Personal Data Record provides public domain information for use by instructors
and senior cadets.
11.5. TX-945 Form 5, Application For Team Membership is used to solicit and clarify expected behavior for
JROTC special teams and obtain parental permission for membership.
11.6. TX-945 Form 6, Memorandum Of Understanding is used to outline requirements for enrollment in JROTC
and document cadet and parental permission and understanding of JROTC requirements.
11.7. TX-945 Form 7 (and variants) Trip Permission Form is used to obtain parental and faculty permission for
cadets to participate in JROTC sponsored trips.
11.8 TX-945 Form 8, Physical Fitness Test Evaluation is used to document cadet performance for the physical
fitness test. Fitness charts for males and females are on the reverse side of the form.
11.8. TX-945 Form 9, Physical Fitness Program and Health Screening Questionnaire is used to gather
information for screening cadets for participation in a JROTC physical fitness program and parental permission for
participation in the Cadet Health and Wellness program.
11.9. TX-945 Form 10, Uniform Inspections is used to document cadet uniform inspections.
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SECTION 12
GRADING
12.1. Grades are divided into three major categories: major grades, daily grades and homework grades.
12.1.1. Major Grades. Minimum of three grades; 50% of the term grade. Normally based on the uniform
inspections documented on the TX-945 Form 10 and the most recent Cadet Guide examination score.
12.1.2. Daily Grades. Minimum of eight grades; 40% of the term grade. Normally based on participation in
activities associated with the aerospace science curriculum, leadership education curriculum and cadet health and
wellness, to include wear of the Air Force physical fitness uniform and, if taken, the Air Force Physical Fitness Test
– AFPT as documented on the TX-945 Form 8.
12.1.3. Homework. No minimum, 10% of the term grade. Normally based on an assignment from either the
aerospace science curriculum or leadership education curriculum briefed at the beginning of the term and due before
the end of the term.
12.2. Earned merits are extra credit points added on the basis of one point for each 100 merits (.01 points for each
merit) as of the last day of the 6 weeks. For example, a cadet with 280 merits on the last day of the six weeks and a
90 average would earn 2.8 points (280 x .01) and end the 6 weeks with a 93.
12.3. Grades are stated in whole numbers. Fractions of one that are .5 or higher are rounded up to the next whole
number. Final averages, term or semester, greater than 100 are reduced to 100 when reported to the district. In
instances where earned merits push the grade beyond 100, that grade will be used within JROTC for promotion and
award purposes.
12.4. Semester exams in JROTC are team based exams. Every member of the flight will be awarded the grade
earned by the flight. Cadets who “exempt” the semester exam will receive the grade awarded to the flight. Cadets
who do not “exempt” the semester exam and are absent during the exam period will be awarded a grade of 50. The
SASI must approve any change to this grade based on documented extenuating circumstances.
SECTION 13
COLLEGE CREDIT FOR JROTC CLASSES AND DISTANCE LEARNING
13.1. Cadets have the opportunity to earn approved elective credits at two separate regionally accredited institutions:
Adams State College and the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (UCCS). Both Adams State and UCCS
have aligned their courses to the AFJROTC curriculum units and will give cadets undergraduate level academic
credit for satisfactorily completing AFJROTC courses. Interested cadets should contact the SASI for current
information and requirements.
13.2. Cadets have the opportunity to take courses through the Army Cadet Command’s distance learning program.
Interested cadets should go to www.jrotcdl.com and register. Cadets must take Cadet 100: Introduction to Cadet
DL before taking any other courses.
13.2.1. Cadets may take any or all of the following courses: Cadet 101: Conflict Resolution; Cadet 102: Improve
Test Taking Skills; Cadet 103: Internet Safety; Cadet 104: How to Write Effectively; Cadet 105: Time
Management; Cadet 106: First Aid; Cadet 107: Financing College and Admissions; Cadet 108: Health and
Nutrition
13.2.2. Cadets should turn a course completion certificate in to the SASI. Cadets earn 500 merits for each
completion certificate.
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CHAPTER II
SECTION 1
UNIFORMS
1.1.
Honor the Uniform. Cadets wear the same uniforms as worn by active duty personnel in the Air Force.
Cadets are expected to honor the uniform, i.e. to wear it properly and with pride. The uniform is an important aspect
of Air Force Junior ROTC. Whenever you wear the uniform — you represent the U. S. Air Force, North Shore High
School and all cadets. How the uniform is worn exposes the cadet and the Air Force to praise or fault from fellow
cadets, fellow students, and the society at large. Personal behavior while in uniform must not bring discredit on the
uniform, the JROTC program, North Shore High School, or the Air Force. Cadet standards of personal appearance
in uniform are the same as those of personnel on active duty and each cadet is expected to maintain high standards
of dress and personal appearance. Uniforms must be kept clean, neat, correct in design and specification, and in
good condition. Badges, insignias, belt buckles, and other metal devices must be maintained in proper luster and
condition. Do not mix military uniform items with civilian clothing items.
1.2 Wear of the Uniform. Cadets are responsible for maintaining the uniform in good order and for wearing it
correctly. Cadets who cannot comply with uniform wear guidance should inform the ASIs immediately. Uniform
and personal appearance information contained in this guide is intended to supplement, but not replace, directives
contained in the AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide or Air Force Instruction 36-2903.
1.3 Uniform Wear Restrictions. Certain restrictions apply to wearing the military uniform. For example, cadets
may not wear the uniform while hitchhiking, in student demonstrations, for crowd control, political events, or for
any other inappropriate activity. Cadets may wear the uniform while acting as ushers, parking lot attendants,
runners, etc., at the discretion of the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI).
1.3.1. Public Activity. Parts of the Hatch Act bar military personnel from engaging in any form of public political
activity, such as attending rallies and political speeches or passing out political flyers, while in uniform. In addition,
military personnel are prohibited from publicly supporting a particular candidate, party, or political issue when it is
clear to others that they are members of the U.S. military. The intent of the law is to avoid the perception that any
military official supports one political cause, candidate, or party over another. However, members of the military
are actively encouraged to vote, are allowed to place political bumper stickers on their own vehicles and/or signs on
their private property, and can participate in political events as long as they are not in uniform and do not identify
themselves as military members. Since JROTC cadets wear a form of the U.S. Air Force uniform, they should also
follow the Hatch Act terms while in uniform. Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance
of Air Force Personnel, also forbids those in military uniform to participate in public speeches, rallies, interviews,
picket lines, marches, or any other public demonstration where it might be implied that the Air Force supports a
particular cause. Engaging in an activity that might imply Air Force endorsement of a commercial interest or
engaging in private employment while in uniform is also banned.
1.4. Property Responsibility. Each cadet is issued a complete uniform without charge, must sign for the uniform,
and is responsible for its care. However, the uniform items remain the property of the United States Air Force.
Cadets may keep issued shoes past one semester, issued socks, nametags and ribbons.
1.5 Financial Responsibility. Items or money owed will be documented with the school registrar. In the event of
lost or damaged items, the cadet will be required to pay for the replacement cost of the items(s). Cadets are not
allowed to “borrow” uniform items. Once issued, the items must be purchased in order for the cadet to get another.
Uniform items damaged by accident or beyond the ability to be cleaned will be replaced at no charge.
1.6 Uniform Combinations.
1.6.1. Combination 1: Service Dress coat with tie/tab. The service dress coat may only be removed during an
academic class. The service dress coat must be worn after and between academic classes. The combination 1
uniform is worn when directed by the SASI.
1.6.2. Combination 2: Light Weight Jacket with tie/tab optional. The lightweight jacket may be removed except
while in formation. The combination 2 uniform is authorized between 1 October and 31 March and as directed by
the SASI.
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1.6.3. Combination 3: Cadet Blue Shirt with tie/tab optional. The lightweight jacket will not be worn. The
combination 3 uniform is authorized for all uniform occasions unless another combination is specified.
1.6.4. Combination 4: Physical Training uniform. Gray T-shirt with Air Force logo, gray unit shirt, or black unit
shirt and black TX-945 shorts. The combination 4 uniform is authorized as directed by the SASI.
1.6.5. Combination 5A Airman Battle Uniform (ABU). Air Force pattern camouflage hat, coat, and pants with
pants bloused over green or desert tan rough out boots. Coat must have Air Force style nametape (over right hand
blouse pocket) and AFJROTC service tape (over left hand blouse pocket). Reference Cadet Lightweight Blue Jacket
diagram for correct placement of rank insignia on the collars. Coat sleeves may be rolled up in accordance with Air
Force directives. A tan undershirt is required. The combination 5A is authorized as directed by the SASI.
1.6.6. Combination 5B Flight Suit. Air Force sage green flight suit with green or desert tan rough out boots, tan
undershirt, and flight cap. Patches are required as follows: TX-945 Group patch on the right sleeve, AFJROTC
patch on the right breast and cloth name patch on the left breast. The cloth name patch will have a black edge, red
background and white lettering/badge. Patches worn on the left sleeve must be approved by the SASI. The
combination 5C is authorized by the SASI and is limited to cadets who have earned any of the JROTC aviation
badges and/or the model rocketry badge.
1.7. Optional Uniform Items. Optional items are defined as items not issued by JROTC. Cadets may purchase
optional items at their own expense, but the item cannot be worn without specific permission from the SASI. The
Airman Battle Uniform (ABU) or flight suit is an optional item. Cadets may wear ABUs or the flight suit, when
authorized by the SASI, provided that the cadet purchases the items required and conforms to requirements
prescribed in AFI 36-2903 and the AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide.
1.8. Ribbons and Medals. Ribbons must be worn with the service dress coat but is optional with all other uniform
combinations. The routine wear of medals is prohibited except as specifically authorized by the SASI.
1.9. Flight, Service Caps, and Berets. Generally known as “cover”.
1.9.1. On NSSHS or 9th Grade Center campus: Cover is optional while on campus property with one exception:
Cover must be worn while in inspection formation, indoors or outdoors.
1.9.2. Off NSSHA or 9th Grade Center campus: Cover is required while outdoors.
1.9.3. Cover will not be worn while indoors with two exceptions: Flag bearers, guidon bearers and cadets “under
arms” (rifle held and/or pistol belt worn).
1.9.2. Only cadet officer or approved teams are authorized to wear the service cap. Females may wear either the
men’s or women’s service cap.
1.10. Care of the Uniform. Dark blue uniforms items will be dry cleaned only. The light blue shirt/blouse,
physical training uniform items and any Combination 5 uniform may be laundered or dry-cleaned. If laundered, use
cold water. Do not use bleach or starch under any circumstances. Military shoes are issued and must be taken care
of to ensure long life and a military appearance. Use a good shoe polish to obtain a good shine and polish the shoes
before each wear.
1.11. Fitting the Uniform. If the uniform does not fit properly, the cadets should see the SASI or Aerospace
Science Instructor (ASI). Do not wait until someone else calls attention to it. Check appearance in a mirror.
Remember that how each cadet looks influences others.
1.11.1. Coats. Coat will be form fitted, meaning that it must not be tight in the shoulders, chest, and underarms. The
sleeve length should extend to one-quarter inch from the heel of the thumb when the arms are hanging naturally at
the sides. The bottom of the coat should extend 3 to 3.5 inches below the top of the thigh.
1.11.2. Trousers. The trousers for males must be trim-fitted with no bunching at the waist or bagging at the seat.
Slacks for female cadets should fit naturally over the hips, with no bunching or bagging at the seat. The trousers or
slacks should rest on the top of the shoe with a slight break in the crease. The backs of the trousers or slacks should
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be seven-eighths inch longer than the front. The proper length of the trousers or slacks can be determined while
standing at attention.
1.11.3. Skirts. The length of your skirt may not vary beyond the top and bottom of the kneecap. Your skirt should fit
smoothly, should hang naturally, and must not be excessively tight. You must wear hosiery with the skirt. Choose a
sheer nylon in a neutral dark brown, black, off-black, or dark blue shade that complements the uniform and your
skin tone.
1.11.4. Undergarments. Undergarments are mandatory with all uniform combinations.
1.11.4.1. Male Undergarments. Undershorts may be any style or color and must not be seen under any
circumstances. Wear a white V-neck undershirt with all uniform combinations except 4 and 5 and must not be seen
under any circumstances.
1.11.4.2. Female Undergarments. Bra and panties are worn with all uniform combinations and may be any style or
color. However, bras should not be of a color readily seen through the blouse. Wear other appropriate
undergarments as necessary provided they are not visible under any circumstances.
1.12. Uniform Do’s and Don’ts.
Do’s
• Wear the Air Force uniform properly and with pride
at all times.
• Wear the uniform on the days required and the
entire school day.
• Keep your shoes polished and shined, including the
heels and edges of soles.
• Ensure that badges, insignia, belt buckles, and other
metallic devices are clean and free of scratches and
corrosion.
• Keep ribbons clean and replace them when they
become worn, frayed, or faded.
Don’ts
• Do not wear the uniform with other clothing.
• Do not lend your uniform to anyone who is not a
member of the Air Force Junior ROTC program.
• Do not allow articles such as wallets, pencils, pens,
watch chains, checkbooks, handkerchiefs, and combs
to be visible. (There are exceptions for Combination
5s.)
• Do not wear earphones or headphones while in
uniform.
SECTION 2
APPEARANCE AND GROOMING
2.1. Appearance and Grooming. When a cadet wears the uniform, he/she is responsible for presenting a neat,
clean, and professional military image. Appearance and grooming standards help cadets present the image of
disciplined cadets who can be relied upon to do the job they are called on to do. A disciplined image has no room for
the extreme, the unusual, or the faddish. The standards for wearing the uniform consist of four elements: neatness,
cleanliness, safety, and military image. The first three are absolute, objective criteria for the efficiency, health, and
well-being of the cadet. The fourth standard, military image, is very important as people, both military and civilian,
draw conclusions as to the character of the cadet and unit by how they perceive those in uniform.
2.2. Special Uniform and Appearance Rules.
2.2.1. Jewelry. A wristwatch and rings are authorized in uniform, but no more than three rings at any one time.
Thumb rings are not allowed in uniform. Bracelets, no more than one per wrist, must be neat and conservative, not
detract from military image, not be wider than one-half inch, and must not subject anyone to potential injury.
Colored bracelets that support a cause are also not allowed. Do not wear ornaments on your head or around your
neck.
2.2.2. Earrings. Male cadets may not wear earrings while in uniform. Female cadets may wear one small
spherical, conservative, diamond, gold, white pearl or silver pierced or clip earring per earlobe while in uniform.
The earrings must match and all other types or number of earrings are prohibited while in uniform.
2.2.3. Eyeglasses or Sunglasses. Eyeglasses must not have any ornaments on the frames or lenses. Eyeglass
lenses that are conservative, clear, slightly tinted, or have photosensitive lenses may be worn. Sunglasses are not
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allowed while in a military formation. Neither eyeglasses nor sunglasses can be worn around the neck while in
uniform.
2.2.4. Body Art. Tattoos/brands, whether permanent or temporary, are permitted as long as they are not exposed
while the cadet is in uniform.
2.2.5. Body Piercing. Cadets will not attach, affix or display objects, articles, jewelry, or ornamentation to or
through the ear, nose, tongue or any exposed body part while in uniform, except as described in paragraph 2.2.2.
2.3. Female Cadet Grooming Guidelines.
2.3.1. Hair. Hair will be clean, well-groomed and neat; if dyed, will look natural; may protrude below the front
band of headgear. Hairstyle should present a good appearance. Hairstyles will not be worn in an extreme or fad
style as determined by the SASI. Hairstyle will not prevent proper wear of headgear or touch the collar of the
uniform; will not include hair ornaments other than plain and conservative pins, combs, headbands, elastic bands
and barrettes similar to the individual’s hair color or black as needed to keep hair in place.
2.3.2. Cosmetics. Cosmetics worn will be conservative and in good taste as determined by the SASI. Nail polish
worn will be a conservative single color, in good taste, without any ornamentation.
2.4. Male Cadet Grooming Guidelines.
2.4.1. Hair. Moustaches and beards will not be worn. Hair will be clean, well-groomed and neat; if dyed, will look
natural; will not protrude below the front band of headgear. Hairstyle will have a tapered appearance on both sides
and back, both with and without headgear. A tapered appearance is one that when viewed from any angle outlines
the individual’s hair so that it conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the natural termination point.
Hairstyles will not touch the ears; only closely cut or shaved hair on the back of the neck may touch the collar; will
not exceed 1¼ inch in bulk; will not contain or have any visible foreign items attached to it. Hairstyles will not be
worn in an extreme or fad style as determined by the SASI. Sideburns will be neatly trimmed and tapered in the
same manner as the hairstyle; will not be flared; will end in a clean-shaven horizontal line not extending below the
lowest part of the exterior ear opening.
SECTION 3
BADGES AND DISTINCTIVE ITEMS
3.1. AFJROTC Badges.
3.1.1. Ground School Badge. Awarded for completion of the AFJROTC aviation honors ground school curriculum
or completion of another aviation ground school program prescribed by the FAA.
3.1.2. Flight Solo Badge. Awarded to any cadet possessing a solo flight certificate signed by a FAA certified flight
instructor for either powered or non-powered aircraft.
3.1.3. Flight Certificate Badge. Awarded to any cadet who possesses a valid FAA pilot’s certificate for either
powered or non-powered aircraft.
3.1.4. Awareness Presentation Team Badge. Awarded for participation on an Awareness Presentation Team.
3.1.5. Kitty Hawk Air Society Badge. Awarded to cadets who are members of the Kitty Hawk Air Society.
3.1.6. Academy Modeling of Aeronautics (AMA) Wings. Awarded to cadets who are members of a local AMA
chartered model airplane club.
3.1.7. Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Badge. This annual award consists of a certificate and the Distinguished
AFJROTC Cadet badge. The award recognizes one outstanding second-year cadet (third-year cadet in a 4-year
program) selected at the end of each school year. The SASI, in coordination with the ASI and with the concurrence
of the principal, selects the recipient of this award. The recipient should hold the following awards prior to
selection: Leadership Ribbon, Achievement Ribbon, Superior Performance Ribbon, Academic Ribbon, Cocurricular Activities Leadership Ribbon, Service Ribbon
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3.1.8. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Academic Cadet Badge. Awarded to rising Junior and Senior
cadets for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall 94 grade point average.
3.1.9. Model Rocketry Badge. Awarded to cadets who have fulfilled model rocketry program requirements.
3.1.10. Marksmanship Badge. Awarded to cadets who earn an equivalent rating through a nationally recognized
marksmanship program (NRA, 4H, Scouting, etc.). Equivalency is determined by the SASI. Males wear the badge
under the ribbons on the left pocket flap of the light blue shirt or below the ribbons on the service dress uniform.
Females wear the badges above the ribbons on both uniforms.
3.1.11. Other Badges. Badges earned by cadets enrolled in another service JROTC program may be worn on the
AFJROTC uniform in the location specified by the service. The AFJROTC badge location will always take
precedence over the sister service badge.
3.2. TX-945 Shoulder cords. Shoulder cords may be issued to recognize special groups or individuals to North
Shore esprit de corps. Cadets are authorized to wear shoulder cords on the left shoulder of the service coat or the
left shoulder of the shirt when the service coat is not worn. Shoulder cords are not worn with the lightweight blue
jacket. Wearing earned shoulder cords is optional. Cadets who have earned more than one shoulder cord may only
wear one cord based on the following precedence: Command, Cadet of the Term, Team.
3.2.1. Command. The Group Commander, Deputy Commander, Squadron Commanders, and Flight Commanders
are authorized to wear a shoulder cord while assigned to the position.
3.2.1.1. Group Commander. Gold double strand citation cord. (Parade Store #626NGO)
3.2.1.2. Deputy Commander. Gold single strand citation cord. (Parade Store #054NGO)
3.2.1.3. Squadron Commander. Black single strand citation cord (Parade Store #054NBK)
3.2.1.4. Flight Commanders. Red single strand citation cord. (Parade Store #054NDR).
3.2.2. Cadet of the Term. Scarlet and black double strand citation cord. (Parade Store #452C2SCBK)
3.2.3. Teams. Scarlet and black single underarm loop cord. (Parade Store #458C2SCBK)
SECTION 4
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
4.1. The awards and decorations described in this section may be awarded to and worn by active TX-945 cadets.
Awards and decorations not described here and appearing in AFJROTC publications and displays are not awarded
by TX-945.
4.2. Order of Precedence.
Special Awards.
Gold Valor Award
Silver Valor Award
Cadet Humanitarian Award
Community Service with
Excellence Award
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 of
America 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
Sons of Confederate Hunley
Award
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Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated
Air Force Junior ROTC
Cadet Award
The Retired Enlisted
Association Award
Celebrate Freedom Foundation
Award
National Society United States
Daughters 1812 Award
Air Commando Association
Award
AFJROTC Awards.
Outstanding Cadet Ribbon
Leadership Ribbon
Achievement Ribbon
Superior Performance Ribbon
Distinguished Unit Award
Top Performer Ribbon
Academic Ribbon
Outstanding Flight Ribbon
Leadership School Ribbon
Competition Ribbon
Co-curricular Activities
Leadership Ribbon
Drill Team Ribbon
Color Guard Ribbon
Good Conduct Ribbon
Service Ribbon
Health and Wellness Ribbon
Recruiting Ribbon
Activities Ribbon
Attendance Ribbon
Dress and Appearance Ribbon
Longevity Ribbon
Civil Air Patrol (CAP)
Awards.
General Carl Spaatz Award
General Ira C. Eaker Award
Amelia Earhart Award
General Billy Mitchell Award
General J.F. Curry Achievement
Award
Any earned other service
JROTC Awards
Refer to the service’s criteria for
order of precedence.
TX-945 Ribbons
Cadet of the Term Ribbon
National Honor Society Ribbon
4.3. Special Awards Criteria.
4.3.1. Gold Valor Award. 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.
4.3.2. Silver Valor Award. 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.
4.3.3. Cadet Humanitarian Award. 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.
4.3.4. Community Service with Excellence Award. It is intended to recognize those individual cadets who
provide significant leadership in the 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.
4.4 National Awards Criteria
4.4.1. Air Force Association (AFA) Award. This annual award recognizes one third-year 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); Possess the highest personal
and ethical standards and strong positive convictions; Rank in the top 10% in their graduating class; Overall GPA of
94 or better.
4.4.2. Daedalian Award. This annual award recognizes one third-year cadet 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 JROTC cadets; Overall GPA of 94 or better.
4.4.3. American Legion Scholastic Award. This award is presented annually to one third- or fourth-year cadet
based on the cadet’s overall scholastic achievements. Each cadet must: Have an overall GPA of 94 or better; Rank
in the top 25% of JROTC cadets; Demonstrate leadership qualities; Actively participate in student activities.
4.4.4. American Legion General Military Excellence Award. This award is presented annually to one third- or
fourth-year cadet based on the cadet’s general military excellence. Each cadet must: Rank in the top 25% of JROTC
cadets; Demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.
4.4.5. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award. This award is presented annually to one fourth-year
cadet that meets the following criteria: Rank in the top 25% of JROTC cadets; Overall GPA of 94 or better;
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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.
4.4.6. American Veterans (AMVETS) Award. This award is presented annually to one cadet that possesses
individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as: A positive attitude toward Air Force JROTC 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
90 or better in JROTC; Be in good scholastic standing in all classes at the time of selection and at the time of
presentation.
4.4.7. Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Award. This award is presented annually for military and academic
achievement to a fourth-year cadet. 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 and ethical standards and strong positive convictions; Rank in the top 10% of their JROTC class.
4.4.8. Military Order of World Wars Award. 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.
4.4.9. Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Award. This award is presented annually to a thirdyear cadet 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.
4.4.10. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award. This award presented annually to a third- or fourth-year cadet
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); Demonstrate patriotism (being a member of the color guard or drill team) and actively promote
Americanism; Demonstrate leadership potential; Attain a grade of 80 or better in AFJROTC with an overall average
grade of 75 or better in all subjects for the previous semester; Be active in student activities; Not have been previous
recipients of this award.
4.4.11. National Sojourners Award. This award is presented annually recognizing a second or third-year cadet
who contributed the most to encourage and demonstrate Americanism within the corps of cadets and on campus.
Each cadet must: Have an overall GPA of 93 or better; Encourage and demonstrate ideals of Americanism;
Demonstrate potential for outstanding leadership; Not have previously received the award.
4.4.12. Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Award. This award recognizes a third-year cadet. 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; Rank in the top
10% of their JROTC class; Have an overall GPA of 93 or better.
4.4.13. Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award. This award annually recognizes a third-year cadet. Each
cadet must: Contribute the most to encourage Americanism by participation in extracurricular activities or
community projects; Overall GPA of 93 or better; Demonstrate the qualities of dependability, good character, selfdiscipline, good citizenship and patriotism; Not have been a previous recipient of this award.
4.4.14. Military Order of the Purple Heart Award. This award annually recognizes a third- or fourth-year cadet
with demonstrated 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; Overall GPA of 80 or
better; Not have been a previous recipient of this award.
4.4.15. Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) Award. This award recognizes a third- or fourth-year cadet.
The recipient must demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.
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Each cadet must: Rank in the top 25% of JROTC; Demonstrate outstanding qualities in military leadership,
discipline, character, and citizenship; Not have been a previous recipient of this award.
4.4.16. Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) Award. This award recognizes one cadet annually.
The recipient must display a high degree of patriotism and have demonstrated a high degree of academic excellence
and leadership ability.
4.4.17. Sons of Confederate Veterans H. L Hunley Award. This award recognizes a first year cadet who has
demonstrated the qualities of honor, courage and in particular commitment to the unit throughout the school year.
4.4.18. Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated (TAI) Air Force JROTC Cadet Award. This award is presented
annually to two cadets. Cadets may be first-year, second-year, or third-year cadets and must meet the following
criteria: Attain a grade of 80 or better or better in JROTC; Be in good academic standing; Actively participate in
cadet corps activities; Participate in at least 50% of all unit service programs.
4.4.19. The Retired Enlisted Association (TREA) Award. This award is presented to the highest rated cadet NCO
for the school year.
4.4.20. Celebrate Freedom Foundation Award. Awarded annually by the SASI to a first or second year cadet for
outstanding performance in academics and cadet corps activities.
4.4.21. National Society United States Daughters 1812 Award. Awarded annually by the SASI to any cadet for
academic excellence, leadership, military discipline, dependability, patriotism and upright character in speech and
habits.
4.4.22. Air Commando Association Award. Awarded annually by the SASI to any cadet completing a one page
essay based on a historical Air Force Special Operations Mission.
4.5. AFJROTC Awards.
4.5.1. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon. Awarded annually to the top cadet in each year group.
4.5.2. Leadership Ribbon. Awarded annually for outstanding performance in a position of leadership as
determined by the Group Commander. Limit this ribbon to 5 percent of the group. At a minimum, the Flight
Commander, Assistant Flight Commander and/or Flight Sergeant of the year’s Outstanding Flight will receive this
award.
4.5.3. Achievement Ribbon. Awarded annually to the top 10% of cadets.
4.5.4. Superior Performance Ribbon. Awarded annually to the next 10% of cadets not awarded the Achievement
Ribbon.
4.5.5. Distinguished Unit Award (DUA). Awarded to cadets enrolled during the academic year when a unit is
selected by HQ AFJROTC to receive the DUA.
4.5.6. Top Performer Award. Awarded by either the Area Administrator during a Staff Assistance Visit or Unit
Evaluation or by the unit annually to the top cadet in each squadron, not awarded the Superior Performance Ribbon.
The SASI will nominate candidates to the Area Administrator.
4.5.7 Academic Ribbon. Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining a 90 or better grade point
average for all school work for one semester and earn a 90 or better in JROTC for the same semester.
4.5.8. Outstanding Flight Ribbon.
squadron staff.
Awarded annually to members of the outstanding flight and appropriate
4.5.9. Leadership School Ribbon. Awarded for completion of any Leadership Laboratory Activity approved by the
SASI.
4.5.10. Competition Ribbon. Awarded to team members receiving a first place trophy at any competition.
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4.5.11. Co-curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon. Awarded for each 100 points earned as the commander or
senior ranking cadet at each activity. Award of any competition trophy is 100 points.
4.5.12. Drill Team Ribbon. Earned after each competition to members who have documented attendance at 80% of
practices and participation at the competition.
4.5.13. Color Guard Ribbon. Earned for each 100 points for color guard activities.
4.5.14. Good Conduct Ribbon. Zero remaining demerits at the end of each semester, no Letter of Counseling or
higher issued during the semester and no ISS or suspensions assigned during the semester.
4.5.15. Service Ribbon. Awarded for each 500 merits earned.
4.5.16. Health and Wellness Ribbon. Awarded to cadets who achieve a 10% or better improvement between the
beginning of the year President’s Physical Fitness Evaluation and the end of year evaluation and /or awarded to
cadets who achieve a cumulative score of 150 or better each semester on the Air Force Physical Fitness Evaluation.
Cadets who earn 100 points on any single evaluation are awarded a separate ribbon with a silver star and additional
silver stars for subsequent awards of 100 points. Ribbons with silver stars have a higher precedence.
4.5.17. Recruiting Ribbon. Awarded to all cadets enrolled on 1 October and enrolled the last day of the previous
semester, if the number of AS-1 cadets enrolled on 1 October is 50% or greater of the total number of cadets and the
total number of cadets is 100 or greater. Awarded to individual cadets with the documented recruitment of three
cadets who earn the Longevity Ribbon.
4.5.18. Activities Ribbon. Awarded for each 100 activity points earned.
4.5.19. Attendance Ribbon. Awarded to cadets with no more than two unexcused absences in a semester.
4.5.20. Dress and Appearance Ribbon.
semester.
Awarded for a 100 average for all uniform inspections during the
4.5.21. Longevity Ribbon. Awarded for each whole JROTC credit earned toward graduation.
4.6. Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Awards. Cadets may wear the Spaatz, Eaker, Earhart, Mitchell, or Curry awards
provided a copy of the certificate is presented for documentation.
4.7. Other Service JROTC Awards. Cadets are authorized to wear ribbons earned while enrolled in United States
Army, United States Navy, or United States Marine Corps JROTC. AFJROTC ribbons have precedence above other
service JROTC ribbons or awards. Valor awards are worn ahead of all other ribbons from any service.
4.8. TX-945 Awards
4.8.1. Cadet of the Term Award. At the end of each term cadets from each category will be designated as the
Cadet of the Term and allowed to wear the distinctive items. Cadets will be selecte for the honor based on the
JROTC average earned by the last day of the term. There is no limit to the number of times a cadet may earn the
award nor is there a limit on winning the award consecutively.
4.8.1.1. One Cadet Captain, Cadet First Lieutenant, or Cadet Second Lieutenant will be designated as Cadet Officer
of the Term. One Cadet Senior Master Sergeant, Cadet Senior Master Sergeant, or Cadet Master Sergeant will be
designated as the Cadet Senior NCO of the term. One each Cadet Technical Sergeant or Cadet Staff Sergeant will
be designated as Cadet NCO of the Term. One each Cadet Senior Airman, Cadet Airman First Class or Cadet
Airman will be designated as Cadet Airman of the Term.
4.8.1.2. Designated cadets are authorized to wear a red and black distinctive ribbon (Parade Store RDBK). Oak leaf
clusters are authorized for subsequent designation(s) as Cadet of the Term. Reference 4.2 for order of precedence.
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4.8.2. National Honor Society. Cadets inducted into the National Honor Society are entitled to wear a red, white,
and black distinctive ribbon (Parade Store RDWHBK); oak leaf clusters are not authorized; reference 4.2. for order
of precedence.
4.9. North Shore Senior High School Letter Jacket. Cadets earn a North Shore Senior High School letter jacket
or patch when they are promoted to cadet officer. The jacket may not be worn with the uniform.
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1. Rank insignia is only worn by cadet officers as indicated.
2. Unit patch on right sleeve ½ inch below shoulder seam and centered.
3. Optional item: center vertically between the shoulder seam and where the underarm side seam
joins the armhole sleeve and center horizontally between the center zipper and the sleeve armhole
seam.
4. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ inch below shoulder seam and centered.
5. Jacket will be closed to at least the halfway point.
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Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the
coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the
rank insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt.
Note 8
Note 7
Note 6
Note 5
Note 9
Note 10
Note 4
Note 11
Note 3
Note 2
Note 12
Note 13
Note 14
Note 1
1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: Center on welt pocket 3 inches below the top.
2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket
3. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.
4. Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.
5. Shoulder tabs: Center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it.
Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the
lapels by Airmen Basics.)
9. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam, and centered.
10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.
11. Ground School Badge: see note 15.
12. Ribbons: Center, on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.
13. Academy of Model Aeronautic Wings: worn 1 inch below pocket.
14. Model Rocketry Badge: worn 2 inches below AMA Wings or 3 inches below pocket if no AMA Wings are worn.
15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed
½ inch above previous badge.
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Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the
coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the rank
insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt.
Note 8
Note 6
Note 7
Note 5
Note 4
Note 9
Note 10
Note 11
Note 3
Note 2
Note 12
Note 13
Note 1
Note 14
1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower
than the first exposed button.
2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 15.
3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam.
5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it.
Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the
lapels by Airmen Basics.)
9. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Ground School Badge: see note 15.
AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 15.
Model Rocketry Badge: see note 15.
Ribbons: center ribbons resting on but not over edge of welt pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.
15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered horizontally.
Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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Note 8
Note 6
Note 7
Note 9
Note 5
Note 4
Note 3
Note 10
Note 11
Note 12
Note 2
Note 13
Note 14
Note 1
1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) and Model Rocketry Badge are centered on the pockets on the
appropriate sides as displayed above.
2. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be grounded and centered over wearer’s right pocket.
3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
4. Shoulder tab: center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then place 1 inch below shoulder
seam.
5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to
bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank
aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar.
9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as
close as possible to shoulder seam.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.
Ground School Badge: see note 15.
Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 15.
AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
Ribbons: ground and center on pocket.
15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges
placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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Note 8
Note 7
Note 5
Note 6
Note 4
Note 9
Note 10
Note 3
Note 11
Note 12
Note 13
Note 2
Note 14
Note 1
Note 15
1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or
lower than the first exposed button.
2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 16.
3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder
seam.
5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 16.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 16.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 16.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to
bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of
rank aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar.
9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as
close as possible to shoulder seam.
10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 16.
11. Ground School Badge: see note 16.
12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 16.
13. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
14. Model Rocketry Badge: see note 16.
15. Ribbons: Center, parallel with ground. Align with bottom of name tag. Or, if no name tag, align bottom of ribbons
even with to 1 ½ inches higher or lower than the first exposed button.
16. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered
horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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CHAPTER III
MISSION STATEMENTS:
Air Force: Deliver sovereign options for the defense of the United States of America and its global
interests – to fly and fight in Air, Space and Cyberspace.
AFJROTC: Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.
TX-945: Tomorrow’s leaders in training today.
CADET CREED
I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet.
I am connected and faithful to every Cadet who serves their community and nation with patriotism.
I earn respect when I uphold the Core Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do.
I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, school, Corps of Cadets, community and to myself.
My character defines me.
I will not lie, cheat or steal.
I am accountable for my actions and deeds.
I will hold others accountable for their actions as well.
I will honor those I serve with, those who have gone before me, and those who will come after me.
I am a Patriot, a Leader, and a Wingman devoted to those I follow, serve, and lead.
I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet.
AIR FORCE BIRTHDAY: September 18
SEVEN BASIC RESPONSES
(Add “Sir” or “Ma’m” as appropriate.)
Yes.
No.
No excuse.
This cadet does not know.
This cadet requests permission to . . .
This cadet understands. (or Roger)
This cadet does not understand.
U.S. AIR FORCE RANK (PAY GRADE) STRUCTURE
GENERAL OFFICERS
BRIGADIER GENERAL (O-7) MAJOR GENERAL (O-8)
LIEUTENANT GENERAL (O-9) GENERAL (O-10)
FIELD GRADE OFFICERS
MAJOR (O-4)
LIEUTENANT COLONEL (O-5)
COLONEL (O-6)
COMPANY GRADE OFFICERS
SECOND LIEUTENANT (O-1)
FIRST LIEUTENANT (O-2)
CAPTAIN (O-3)
NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICERS
CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT OF THE AIR FORCE
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MASTER SERGEANTS, SENIOR MASTER SERGEANTS, AND CHIEF MASTER
SERGEANTS MAY WEAR A DIAMOND TO INDICATE SERVICE AS A FIRST SERGEANT. CHIEF
MASTER SERGEANTS WEAR A STAR TO INDICATE SERVICE AS A COMMAND CHIEF.
MASTER SERGEANT (E-7)
SENIOR MASTER SERGEANT (E-8)
STAFF SERGEANT (E-5)
CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT (E-9)
TECHNICAL SERGEANT (E-6)
AIRMEN
NO INSIGNIA
AIRMAN BASIC (E-1)
AIRMAN (E-2)
AIRMAN FIRST CLASS (E-3)
SENIOR AIRMAN (E-4)
SALUTING
The salute is a courteous exchange of greetings between members of a profession. The salute between military
personnel is one of the oldest of military traditions. In the United States and many other parts of the world, it is a
symbol of mutual respect. Cadets should reference Leadership Education I for guidance on the salute. When in
doubt, SALUTE! In any case not covered by specific instructions, use common sense and good judgment; cadets
cannot go wrong by rendering the salute properly and proudly.
All cadet officers and all officers of any branch of the United States armed services when in uniform are entitled to a
salute by the junior ranking cadet when appropriate.
There are no “no salute” areas on North Shore High School or in the local area. Salutes are required whenever flight
or service caps are worn. The only exception is the salute rendered indoors when reporting.
PHONETIC ALPHABET
A: ALPHA
B: BRAVO
C: CHARLIE
D: DELTA
E: ECHO
F: FOXTROT
G: GOLF
H: HOTEL
I: INDIA
J: JULIET
K: KILO
L: LIMA
M: MIKE
N: NOVEMBER
O: OSCAR
P: PAPA
Q: QUEBEC
R: ROMEO
S: SIERRA
T: TANGO
U: UNIFORM
V: VICTOR
W: WHISKEY
X: X-RAY
Y: YANKEE
Z: ZULU
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CHAIN OF COMMAND
Your Element Leader ___________________________________________________________________________
Your Flight Commander _________________________________________________________________________
Your Squadron Commander ______________________________________________________________________
Group Commander _____________________________________________________________________________
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor: Major Donald Keltner
Aerospace Science Instructor: Master Sergeant David Clark
Assistant Principal _____________________________________________________________________________
Principal (NS9thGC): Jason Bollich
Principal (NSSHS): Dr. Joe Coleman
Director, AFJROTC ____________________________________________________________________________
Commander, Holm Center _______________________________________________________________________
Commander, Air University ______________________________________________________________________
Commander, Air Education and Training Command ___________________________________________________
Chief of Staff, United States Air Force ______________________________________________________________
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force ______________________________________________________
Secretary of the Air Force ________________________________________________________________________
Secretary of Defense ____________________________________________________________________________
President of the United States (Commander-in-Chief) __________________________________________________
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AIRMEN’S CREED
I am an American Airman. I am an American Airman. I am an American Airman. I am an American Airman.
I am a Warrior.
My mission is to Fly, Fight, Guardian of Freedom and Wingman, Leader, Warrior.
I have answered by
and Win.
Justice,
I will never leave an
Nation’s call.
I am faithful to a Proud
My Nation’s Sword and
Airman behind,
Heritage,
Shield,
I will never falter,
A Tradition of Honor,
Its Sentry and Avenger.
And I will not fail.
And a Legacy of Valor.
I defend my Country with
my Life.
AIR FORCE SONG
(Words and music by Major Robert Crawford in 1939; reworded and made official Air Force Song
in 1951; words and music are in the public domain; only the first of the song’s four verses follow.)
Off we go into the wild blue yonder, climbing high into the sun;
Here they come, zooming to meet our thunder, at‘em boys, give’er the gun! [give’er the gun,
now!]
Down we dive, spouting our flame from under, off with one terrible roar,
We live in fame or go down in flame, hey! Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force.
AIR FORCE MAJOR COMMANDS
(Headquarters location)
Air Combat Command
(Langley AFB, VA)
Air Education and Training Command
(Randolph AFB, TX)
Air Mobility Command
(Scott AFB, IL)
Air National Guard
(The Pentagon)
Air Force Global Strike Command
(Barksdale AFB, LA)
Air Force Materiel Command
(Wright-Patterson AFB, OH)
Air Force Reserve Command
(Robins AFB, GA)
Air Force Special Operations Command
(Hurlburt Field, FL)
Air Force Space Command
(Peterson AFB, CO)
Pacific Air Forces
(Hickam AFB, HI)
U.S. Air Forces in Europe
(Ramstein AB, Germany)
AIR FORCE DIRECT REPORTING UNITS
(LOCATION)
U.S. Air Force Academy
(Colorado Springs, CO)
Air Force District of Washington
(Andrews AFB, MD)
Air Force Operational Test and
Evaluation Center
(Kirtland AFB, NM)
ROAD TO THE AIR FORCE
Aeronautical Division, U.S Army Signal Corps, 1907 – 1914
Aviation Section, U.S. Army Signal Corps, 1914 – 1917
Army Air Service, 1917 – 1926
1917 – 1918
1919 – 1926
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Air Corps, 1926 – 1941
1926 – 1941
Army Air Forces, 1941 – 1947
1942
Early 1943
Summer, 1943 – 1947
United States Air Force, 1947 – Present
Full Color
Low Visibility 1
Low Visibility 2
TRIVIA
 The only General of the Air Force (five stars) was Henry H. Arnold; promoted to General of the Army in
1944 while the Army Air Force’s Executive Officer; Arnold’s rank changed to General of the Air Force on 18
September 1947.
 The first Air Force Chief of Staff was General Carl A. Spaatz; there have been 21 Air Force Chiefs of Staff.
 The first female Air Force general officer was Brigadier General Jeanne M. Holm for whom the Holm Center
is named.
 There are 61 Air Force recipients of the Medal of Honor: World War I (4); World War II (38); Korea (4);
Vietnam (13); Congressional direction (Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh and Brigadier General William
Mitchell)
 Top aces: Captain Edward V. Rickenbacker (26 – World War I); Major Richard I. Bong (40 – World War II);
Captain Joseph C. McConnell (16 – Korea); Captain Charles B. DeBellevue (6 – Vietnam)
 The three colors of the U.S. flag stand for Valor (red), Purity (white) and Justice (blue).
 There are three types of U.S. flags: storm, post and garrison.
 The Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps was established by the U.S. Army in 1911 in Cheyenne, WY.
 Air Force Junior ROTC was established in 1966.
 TX-945: TX - Texas; 1994 - the year the program began at North Shore High School; 5 – the fifth unit
established in Texas in 1994.
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