HARKER HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
JROTC PROGRAM
Welcome to the Harker Heights High School JROTC Corps of Cadets. The
Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) program provides you with an
opportunity for total personal development with an emphasis upon the principles and
techniques of leadership. The learning experience in JROTC compliments your other
academic studies and will be useful to you in any future career.
There are many important lessons you must learn as you prepare to take your
place in the world. One of the most important is the true meaning of the American way
of life and why millions have freely defended its ideals and principles with their lives,
their fortunes, and their honor. Through a close relationship with the JROTC
instructors, you will learn, firsthand, of our heritage and your responsibilities in
maintaining and preserving the freedom we enjoy. Second, you will learn self-discipline
-- an indispensable ingredient of success that involves self-control and a sense of
personal responsibility that goes beyond the threat of punishment or mere obedience.
Third, you will learn to accept responsibility, not only for your own actions, but also the
actions of other cadets for whom you are responsible. Finally, and most importantly,
you will learn and practice leadership.
You have inherited a great challenge by joining the JROTC program. Your
attitude, actions, and achievements will judge you. You are expected to perform every
task as faithfully and conscientiously as you would expect it from others. Your actions
in the classroom, on the campus and in the community, particularly when in uniform, will
be observed and evaluated by others. You must always set the best possible example.
You should manage your time so that it is properly applied between study and
recreation. The instructor staff is always available to assist you. My office is always
open to you.
Welcome to the Corps of Cadets. Prove by your actions that JROTC is where
leaders are made. Your morality, loyalty, integrity and sense of responsibility must be
above reproach. We encourage you to work hard and take maximum advantage of the
many opportunities available through JROTC.
This handbook outlines the standard operating procedures by which the Corps of
Cadets at Harker Heights High School operates. These procedures are effective upon
receipt for implementation and compliance by all concerned.
We wish you the best during this school year.
Approved,
Respectfully,
LARRY C. BRAZZIL, Jr.
Principal
Harker Heights High School
GARRY P. McNIESH
Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.), U. S. Army
Senior Army Instructor
JROTC CADET HANDBOOK
INDEX
SECTION
SUBJECT
PAGE
I
General
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II
Cadet Administration and Organization
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III
Cadet Appointments, Promotions and Reductions
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IV
Conduct and Military Courtesy
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V
Discipline
16
VI
Awards and Decorations
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VII
Appearance, Uniforms, and Equipment
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VIII
Integrated-curricular Activities
40
IX
Army Rank Structure (Active Duty)
41
X
Cadet Creed
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MISSION STATEMENT
To motivate young people to be better citizens.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
The Army Junior ROTC program intends to teach cadets to:
1) Maximize potential for success through learning and self-management
2) Develop leadership
3) Incorporate principles of mental and physical wellness into behaviors and
decisions
4) Build effective relationships with peers, co-workers, and the community
5) Apply physical and political geography to building global awareness
6) Correlate the rights and responsibilities of citizenship to the purposes of U.S.
government
7) Relate events in U.S. history to choices and responsibilities Americans have
today
8) Characterize the role of the military and other national service organizations in
building a democracy and maintaining peace in a democratic society
SECTION I. GENERAL
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PURPOSE. Consolidate in one publication those procedures that are necessary for
the organization and function of the Harker Heights High School JROTC Corps of
Cadets.
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OBJECTIVE. Provide the military department, institutional authorities, and each
cadet an up-to-date reference of those regulations and procedures necessary to the
operation of the activities of the Harker Heights High School JROTC Corps of
Cadets.
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ORGANIZATION. The Harker Heights High School JROTC Corps of Cadets is
organized along the lines of an Army battalion with modifications as necessary to
provide for the maximum number of leadership positions.
SECTION II. CADET ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION
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CONDITION FOR ENROLLMENT. Enrollment of all students in the Junior ROTC
Program will be in accordance with the provisions of Cadet Command Regulation
145-2, Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Program Organization,
Administration, Operation, Training and Support.
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ENROLLMENT.
A. Qualified students will be enrolled as LET 1 cadets unless they can present
documentation of satisfactory completion of prior JROTC training.
B. As a prerequisite for enrollment in LET 2, 3, or 4, a cadet must have
satisfactorily completed the previous LET level of training. Successful completion of
the first semester of LET 1 is considered as completion of LET 1.
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CREDIT FOR JROTC TRAINING / GRADING PLAN. Pursuant to the authority
of Harker Heights High School, ½ credit will be awarded for satisfactory
completion of each 9-week session of JROTC (½ state credit for session 1 &3;
½ local credit for sessions 2 & 4; total of 2 credits for the year). 40% of the
cadet’s grade will be based upon the weekly in-ranks inspection, class
participation, leadership, conduct, daily work, and homework. 60% will be based
upon midterm exams, journal, research projects, presentations, and the nineweek final examination. Cadets who fail to wear their uniform for the weekly inranks inspection will be given a grade of zero. Cadets who are absent from
school due to illness or other official events will wear their uniform on the day
they return to school. Cadets who are suspended or placed in In-School
Suspension (ISS) on Wednesday will wear their uniform on the day they
return to regular classes. Cadets who are in ISS for a complete week will
receive a grade of zero.
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ORGANIZATION OF THE CORPS OF CADETS. The Harker Heights High
School JROTC unit is organized as follows:
A. The unit is designated as a battalion.
B. The battalion is organized as follows:
(1) Three or more companies as required
(2) Color Guard (Male and Female)
(3) Drill Teams (Male and Female)
(4) LRRSD Team (Physical Fitness and Orienteering Team)
(5) Honor Guard
C. Each company consists of, at a minimum, a company headquarters
(Commander, First Sergeant, and Guidon Bearer) and as many platoons as
required.
D. Each platoon consists of a platoon headquarters (platoon leader, platoon
sergeant) and not more than four squads. The desired number in a squad is six;
however, the squad strength will remain flexible in order to provide the maximum
number of leadership positions.
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AUTHORITY OF CADET OFFICERS AND NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICERS.
A. General. Cadet officers and noncommissioned officers (NCOs) occupy
positions of trust and responsibility and are considered to be student leaders.
The cadet officers and noncommissioned officers establish, and uphold the
standards of performance and “esprit de corps” of the JROTC battalion.
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B. Cadet Officers.
(1) Cadet Officers will normally be LET 3 and LET 4 cadets who have clearly
demonstrated their competence and leadership. Cadet Officers have the
authority to command within the individual JROTC unit.
(2) Cadet Officers will be prepared to act as assistant instructors in any
military duty or class.
(3) All cadets will obey lawful orders from cadets of higher grade.
Insubordinate cadets will receive appropriate disciplinary action in accordance
with the high school and JROTC Discipline Management Plan.
(4) Any Cadet Officer who fails to comply with JROTC regulations or who
allows other cadets to violate rules or regulations will be subject to disciplinary
action and may be considered for dismissal from the Corps of Cadets or
reduced in rank, subject to the approval of the Senior Army Instructor (SAI)
and the Principal.
C. Cadet Noncommissioned Officers.
(1) Cadet Noncommissioned officers are assistants to the military instructors
and cadet officers. Cadet noncommissioned officers are expected to maintain
and assist in maintaining discipline. Any Cadet noncommissioned officer who
fails to report any misconduct or infraction of rules and regulations will be
subject to disciplinary action and may be considered for reduction.
(2) Those of lower rank must obey all lawful orders from cadet
noncommissioned officers. Cadet Officers will give them complete support.
D. Harassment and/or hazing in the execution of cadet authority will not be
tolerated and will subject the offender to disciplinary action. Cadet Officers and
Noncommissioned Officers do not have authority to punish subordinates, except
as provided for in the JROTC Discipline Management Plan. They will report
offenders to any JROTC Instructor for disciplinary action.
E. All Cadet Officers and Noncommissioned Officers will be responsible to the
Senior Army Instructor for the appearance, discipline, and efficiency of their unit.
F. Ordinarily, the responsibilities of Cadet Officers and noncommissioned
officers cease when they leave the school grounds, or any organized activity at a
place other than the school area under the control of the military instructors.
However, they will be held responsible for the enforcement of regulations
pertaining to the wearing of the uniform. Cadet Officers and noncommissioned
officers will take the following action to correct cadets observed wearing
uniforms improperly, either on or off the school grounds:
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(1) Inform the cadet that he/she is wearing the uniform improperly and
have him/her correct the deficiencies on-the-spot -- not wearing hat,
shoes, or neck tab; shirt not buttoned; or black windbreaker jacket not
zipped up.
(2) If he/she fails to obey such an order, his/her name will be turned into
any JROTC Instructor for necessary action.
(3) No further action will be taken by the cadet other than that prescribed above.
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DUTIES AND REPONSIBILITIES. The following are guides to the duties and
responsibilities for the various Cadet Officers and Noncommissioned Officers of the
battalion:
A. Battalion Commander.
(1) Responsible for the conduct, discipline, appearance, condition, and operation
of the battalion.
(2) Exercises his or her authority by plans, orders, inspections and personal
supervision.
(3) Delegates authority to his or her staff and subordinate commanders to carry
out assigned duties and policies.
(4) Conducts required command and staff meetings.
(5) Keeps the Senior Army Instructor completely informed of any significant
trends or problems and recommends changes or additions to JROTC activities.
B. Battalion Executive Officer.
(1) Performs duties as required by cadet battalion commander.
(2) Coordinates and supervises all activities of the battalion staff.
(3) Serves as intermediary between battalion commander and staff.
(4) Acts as second in command of the battalion and assumes command in
absence of the commander.
(5) Oversees annual Service Learning Project.
(6) Performs other duties as required.
C. S1: Adjutant/Personnel Officer.
(1) Responsible for maintenance of cadet records in the web-based JROTC Unit
Management System (JUMS): cadet orders to include promotions/demotions,
awards/decorations, inputting JUMS personnel reports (Opening Enrollment/
Ethnic Reports).
(2) Maintains battalion files.
(3) Responsible for maintaining cadet personnel rosters.
(4) Serves as recorder for promotion boards.
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D. S2: Security Officer.
(1) Performs security and armorer duties for the cadet battalion.
(2) Ensures all M1 drill rifles air rifles are cleaned and maintained.
(3) Assists Cadre with monthly inventory of all M1 drill rifles and air rifles.
(4) Tracks weather reports for training purposes (I.E., Drill, special events).
(5) Sets up the room for Command and Staff Meetings and other briefings.
E. S3: Operations and Training Officer
(1) Prepares the Weekly Training Schedule from the Master Training
Schedule, posts and makes distribution of Weekly Training Schedule.
(2) Monitors completion of Core Curriculum Training.
(3) Maintains and updates Long Range Plan.
(4) Posts Unit Report events in JUMS.
(5) Posts Cadet Challenge results in JUMS.
(6) Creates and distributes Operations Orders for key events.
(7) Lead for Military Ball.
(8) Oversees Formal Inspection Staff Briefing.
F. S4: Logistics Officer.
(1) Maintains liaison with the Property Book Officer regarding
supplies/equipment.
(2) Assists in the issue and turn-in of supplies, clothing, and equipment.
(3) Maintains cadet clothing records in JUMS.
(4) Coordinates transportation for JROTC functions/events with SAI.
(5) Coordinates resources for annual Military Ball.
G. S5: Public Affairs Officer.
(1) Serves as battalion photographer.
(2) Maintains Battalion Unit History.
(3) Responsible for JROTC section of the High School Yearbook.
(4) Prepares JROTC articles for High School Newspaper.
(5) Updates Unit Bulletin Board.
(6) Coordinates JROTC activities through SAI with local media.
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H. Technology Officer.
(1) Acts as battalion computer systems representative.
(2) Responsible for understanding computer software programs (E.G., MS
Office).
(3) Responsible for minor maintenance of CPU, printer, copier, and fax.
(4) Responsible for the preparation of special briefings and slide shows, when
required (E.G., Military Ball, Cadet Formal Inspection (CFI) Briefing).
(5) Responsible for the maintenance of the JROTC Web Site.
I. Battalion Command Sergeant Major.
(1) Supervises and assists in the train up of all cadet Noncommissioned
Officers in the JROTC Program.
(2) Trains and supervises the Battalion Honor Guard.
(3) Serves as President of the NCO Promotion Board.
(4) Conducts quarterly battalion in-ranks inspections with the Battalion
Commander.
(5) Assists the S1 in cadet administration.
(6) Performs other duties, as required.
J. Company Commanders and Special Team Commanders.
(1) Responsible for the conduct, appearance, discipline, training, and military
efficiency of his or her unit.
(2) Delegates authority to his or her subordinate leaders to carry out assigned
duties and policies as required.
(3) Supervises all training; ensures strict compliance with the training
schedule and orders of the Cadet Battalion Commander and Senior Army
Instructor.
(4) Performs other duties as required.
K. Company Executive Officer:
(1) Acts as second in command of the company and assumes command in
absence of company commander.
(2) Assists company commander in carrying out his or her responsibilities.
(3) Responsible for the company public information program.
(4) Performs other duties as required.
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L. Platoon Leaders.
(1) Responsible to the company commander for the conduct, appearance, and
state of training within his/her platoon.
(2) Exercises authority by personal example, training, and close supervision.
(3) Performs other duties as required.
M. Company First Sergeant.
(1) Responsible to the company commander for the accuracy of the company
muster.
(2) Assists the company commander in conducting inspections, supervising
training, and company administration.
(3) Responsible for the training of all platoon sergeants and squad leaders.
(4) Performs other duties as required.
N. Platoon Sergeant:
(1) Assist the platoon leader in the execution of his/her duties.
(2) Ensures the accuracy of the squad leader’s report.
(3) Exercises authority by personal example, training, and close supervision.
(4) Train all squad leaders and team leaders in their assigned platoon.
(5) Performs other duties as required.
O. Squad Leader:
(1) Responsible to the platoon leader for the conduct, appearance, and
training of his/her squad.
(2) Responsible for accurately reporting absentees.
(3) Exercises authority by personal example, training, and close supervision.
(4) Performs other duties as required.
P. Team Leaders:
(1) Responsible to the squad leader for the conduct, appearance, and training
of the squad during the absence of the squad leader.
(2) Responsible for accurately reporting absentees during the absence of the
squad leader.
(3) Exercises authority by personal example, instruction, and close
supervision.
(4) Performs other duties as required.
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RANK DETERMINATIONS. The following will apply when determining the
highest rank an individual may be promoted to in each position within the
battalion.
A. Battalion Headquarters
Position
Cadet Rank
(1) Battalion Commander
Lieutenant Colonel
(2) Battalion Executive Officer
Major
(3) S1 – Adjutant
Captain
(4) S2/3 – Operations, Training, And Security
Major
(5) S4 – Logistics Officer
Captain
(6) S5 – Public Affairs Officer (PAO)
Captain
(7) S6 – Information Systems Officer
Captain
(8) Assistant S1, S2/S3, S4, S5, S6
Lieutenant
(9) Command Sergeant Major
Command Sergeant Major
B. Company
Position
Cadet Rank
(1) Company Commander
Captain
(2) Executive Officer
Lieutenant
(3) Platoon Leader
Lieutenant
(4) First Sergeant
First Sergeant
(5) Platoon Sergeant
Sergeant First Class
(6) Squad Leader
Staff Sergeant
(7) Team Leader
Sergeant
(8) Guidon Bearer
Private - Sergeant
(9) Balance of Cadets
Sergeant, Corporal,
Private First Class, Private
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ORDERS.
A. Orders may be oral or written. It is your responsibility to read the bulletin
board at least once each day and to comply with the instructions and orders
posted thereon. Failure to read the bulletin board is not an excuse for
noncompliance with posted orders.
B. All orders from the principal, teachers of the school, the instructor personnel
assigned to the military department, and those cadets holding higher rank than
your own must be obeyed.
C. If every subordinate were to question orders received from authorized
sources, there would be no discipline and the unit would soon degenerate. A
cadet is supposed to obey orders; and then, if he/she has a question, register a
complaint to their next higher superior.
D. The main purpose of your training is to develop leadership ability and
command ability. To command, one must first learn to obey. This should be
remembered if one expects to be promoted. The well-trained cadet is receptive
to orders and the wishes of his/her superior, no matter how informally expressed.
The ideal cadet finds no task too small or menial to be faithfully performed.
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CADET ORDERS.
A. All appointments, promotions, reductions, assignments, awards and
decorations will be published for permanent record utilizing the web-based
JROTC Unit Management System (JUMS).
B. A separate set of orders will be maintained for both Promotions and
Awards. The Promotions and Awards orders will be consecutively
numbered, beginning with number 001 at the beginning of the school year.
C. Cadet orders will include the following:
(1) Cadet’s name
(2) Cadet’s grade
(3) Company assignment within the battalion
(4) In case of reduction, the specific reason will be given
D. The Cadet S1 will maintain a permanent file of all cadet orders, both
Promotions and Awards issued during the school year.
E. Information published in cadet orders will be entered in JUMS in the
appropriate section of the cadet record of each cadet concerned.
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SECTION III. CADET APPOINTMENTS, PROMOTIONS AND REDUCTIONS
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GENERAL. The following policy is established to provide an equitable system of
promotion and an orderly flow of experienced personnel into positions of
leadership. In approaching the problem of selecting cadet leaders, the following
factors are taken into consideration: academic achievement, disciplinary record,
attitude, bearing, appearance, initiative, tact, drill ability, knowledge of military
subjects, aptitude and evaluation. Cadet officers do not have the authority to
make promotions but are encouraged to submit recommendations for deserving
personnel. Final selection for appointments is made by and reflects the collective
judgement of the military department. Unless revoked for cause, cadet
appointments remain in effect for the entire time the student is enrolled in
JROTC.
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PROMOTIONS. The following policy governs the highest appointment or
promotion a cadet may receive in his year group.
A. LET 1 CADETS
(1) LET 1 cadets may be promoted to the grade of private after the first 9
weeks, providing he or she has a grade of 70 or better in JROTC. In addition,
he or she must have demonstrated acceptable performance, appearance and
attitude.
(2) Once a LET 1 attains an Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) rank
(CPL/SGT), he/she must have a ‘B’ average in their JROTC grades for
the term, as well as pass all other academic subjects in order to be
promoted.
(3) At the end of the second 9 weeks, if the cadet has a JROTC average of 80
or better, he or she may be promoted to Private First Class.
(4) At the end of the third 9 weeks, a cadet with the grade of 90 or better in
JROTC, may be promoted to Corporal.
(5) At the end of the school year each LET 1 instructor may promote 10% of
each class to the grade of Sergeant.
(6) LET 1 and LET 2 cadets receiving the Department of the Army Superior
Cadet Decoration will receive a one grade promotion.
B. LET 2, 3 and 4 cadets may be promoted one grade each 9 weeks, providing
he or she meets the criteria in paragraph 3-3, is in a position calling for the next
higher grade, a need exists for that leadership position, and is recommended by
his or her company commander.
C. LET 3 cadets will not normally be promoted beyond First Lieutenant.
Noncommissioned officers may be promoted one grade over the authorized
grade if there is an imbalance within a particular company and year group.
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D. Meritorious promotions may be made in the following cases:
(1) When recommended by the Cadet Formal Inspection (CFI) Team,
regardless of position.
(2) The Battalion Command Sergeant Major will be promoted to CPT at the
end-of-year Awards Ceremony.
(3) Company First Sergeants will be promoted to 1LT at the end-of-year
Awards Ceremony.
(4) Merit promotions at the end-of-year Awards Ceremony will normally ONLY
be made for those cadets in the rank of SFC or above who are a Senior
and/or LET 4.
(5) LET 4 cadets who are company commanders may be promoted one grade
over the authorized grade upon recommendation of the battalion
commander.
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CRITERIA FOR PROMOTION. A promotion board will be convened for
promotion to E-7 through CPT each 9-week term. Failure of an eligible cadet
to attend a promotion board, without a valid excuse, will result in the cadet
being taken out of their current leadership position. Promotions to LTC and
MAJ will be based on merit. Cadet Officers and noncommissioned officers must
qualify under the following criteria, and attain a minimum promotion board score
of 80% (LET 3/4) or 85% (LET 2), in order to be promoted to the next higher
rank.
A. Promotion to cadet officer is normally restricted to cadets in LET 3 and LET 4.
Initial promotion to the officer ranks may be made any time without having to be
promoted through all the NCO grades.
B. LET 2 cadets will be boarded for SFC/MSG only if they are in a position
requiring that rank and have an 85% average in their JROTC grades. No team
leader/squad leader will be boarded for SFC until the 4th Nine Weeks of the
School Year.
C. Cadet Officers and NCOs must have a ‘B’ average in their JROTC
grades for the term, as well as pass all other academic subjects in order to
be promoted or to go before a promotion board. If the cadet is not passing
one or more academic subjects, he/she must, at least, show acceptable
improvement in the affected academic subject(s). In all cases, the cadet’s
instructor will be the final “approval authority” whether or not the cadet is
allowed to go before the promotion board for that particular 9-week term.
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D. Eligibility for promotion will be based upon the "Rank Determinations" outlined
in paragraph 2-7.
E. In order to be eligible for promotion, any document sent home for signature
must be returned not later than the day specified by the instructor. Failure to
return documents within the specified time frame will delay eligibility. Cadets
who fail to return documents within one week of the specified date will be
considered for reduction.
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REDUCTIONS.
A. Personnel of all ranks could be reduced one or more grades for offenses
deemed serious enough by the principal or Senior Army Instructor, or the
instructor responsible for the cadet.
B. Personnel of all ranks could be reduced one grade or dis-enrolled from
the JROTC Program for failure to wear the uniform two or more times
during a 9-week period. Reductions can also be made for failing to complete a
commitment directed by an instructor or obligation made by a cadet. This
includes failure to turn-in weekly “gig write-ups” or return required paperwork
(E.G., Progress Reports, Privacy Act Statements, Drug Consent Forms).
C. Personnel of all ranks could be reduced one grade if they fail JROTC at the
end of each 9 weeks.
D. A cadet who is reduced during a 9-week period will NOT be promoted
during the same 9-week period.
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RETENTION IN THE JROTC PROGRAM.
A. In order for a cadet to be retained in the JROTC program, he or she must
show required for his/her LET level, he/she will be assessed by the JROTC
cadre at the end of the school year in accordance with the “Circle of
Standards.”
*NOTE: A LET 1 cadet who enters the JROTC program during the 2nd semester
of the school year must attain the rank of PV2.
B. Since the “Circle of Standards” measures the leadership traits of the “total
cadet,” a cadet MUST PASS EACH AREA described below in order to
advance to the next higher LET Level. Detailed criteria of the “Circle of
Standards” will be published by separate memorandum and distributed to the
parents/guardians of applicable cadets in May of each year.
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C. The “Circle of Standards” consists of 8 measurable areas:
1) Inspections: 70% average on weekly uniform/knowledge inspections.
2) Drill and Ceremonies: includes required movements of the Cadet Formal
Inspection (CFI) “23 Commands” squad, platoon, and company drill. Average
score depends on the LET level of the cadet.
3) Attendance: attendance, including tardies, for ALL classes a cadet is
enrolled in as specified by current KISD policy.
4) JROTC exams/projects: 70% average for grades in all JROTC exams,
Including quizzes, special projects, briefings, writing requirements and final
exams.
5) JROTC grade: includes 9-week and semester average of at least 70%.
6) JROTC GPA: Grade Point Average for 9 week, semester and year. GPA
average depends on the LET level of the cadet (I.E., LET 1: 70%; LET 2:
75%; LET 3: 80%).
7) Discipline: includes conduct/behavior in JROTC, other academic classes,
expulsion, suspension, ISS (In-School Suspension), and “Student Code of
Conduct” violations for the school year. All instances of indiscipline will be
recorded in the “Counseling Consultations” tab found in the cadet’s
record in web-based JUMS.
8) Promotion Boards: applicable for LET 3 cadets only. See criteria in
paragraph 3-3.
D. Cadets who do not meet the criteria of the “Circle of Standards” by the end of
the school year will not be retained in the JROTC Program. However, in special
cases, selected cadets who do not meet the “Circle of Standards” will go
before a Cadre Selection Board to determine if retention is warranted.
E. Cadet Command Regulation 145-2, JROTC Program, paragraph 3-24 also
addresses specific criteria and cases for cadet disenrollment from the JROTC
Program. In all cases, JROTC instructors will maintain written documentation
essential to disenrolling a cadet.
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SECTION IV. CONDUCT AND MILITARY COURTESY
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CONDUCT IN UNIFORM. While in uniform, all members of the Corps of Cadets
are expected to conduct themselves at all times, both on and off the school
grounds, in a manner which will reflect credit on themselves, their parents, their
school, the Corps of Cadets, and the United States Army.
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MILITARY COURTESY. Courtesy is nothing more than good manners and
politeness in dealing with other people. The only distinction between military and
civilian courtesy are the forms of courtesy which have become customs and
traditions of the service.
A. Addressing Personnel during JROTC periods:
(1) Whenever you pass another cadet, you should say hello or other
appropriate greeting.
(2) When addressing an officer, cadet or commissioned, use their rank and
name or “Sir” and “Ma’am”, as appropriate.
(3) When addressing an NCO or cadet NCO, use their rank and name or
“Sergeant”, “First Sergeant”, or “Sergeant Major”, as appropriate.
B. Reporting
(1) Whenever you are summoned into an officer/ NCO’s office, or appear
before a promotion board, you need to report.
(2) How to report
(a) Knock firmly with authority on the door. (Use the door frame or wall if
door is open).
(b) Upon the command of “Enter”, enter the room and walk straight to the
desk, stopping two paces from the front of the desk.
(c) Render a proper salute and state “Sir/Ma’am, Cadet (Rank, Name)
reports as requested/ordered”. Hold your salute until it is returned.
Remain at the position of attention until told to do otherwise.
(d) When dismissed, come to the position of attention, salute, execute an
about face and walk directly out of the office.
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C. Saluting
(1) When outdoors and in uniform, on or off campus, salute any officer, cadet
or commissioned. When you are approximately two paces apart, salute and
render the proper greeting (i.e. Good Morning/Good Afternoon Sir/Ma’am).
You should hold your salute until the officer acknowledges it by saluting back.
(2) When running, slow to a walk roughly 6 paces from the officer, render the
proper salute and greeting, wait for a reply, then resume running.
(3) You do not need to salute when your hands are full, but you still need to
offer the proper greeting.
(4) You should salute officers from the other branches of service.
(5) Do not salute indoors unless reporting.
D. Indoor Recognition
(1) When an officer enters the room, the first person to see the officer should
call the room to attention unless an instructor, or an officer of equal or higher
rank to the one entering, is already in the room.
(2) When a noncommissioned officer enters the room, the first person to see
the NCO should call the room to ‘at ease’ unless there is an instructor, or a
higher ranking NCO or an officer, already in the room.
(3) If a visiting officer enters the room after the instructor has started, the
instructor will continue and the class will not be called to attention.
E.
Formations
(1) As an officer approaches, the cadet in charge will call the formation to
attention and render the proper salute and greeting as above.
(2) If there is no cadet in charge, the first cadet to recognize the officer
should call the formation to attention and render the proper salute and
greeting.
4-3
CLASSROOM CONDUCT.
A. Cadets will not loiter outside the classroom but move into the classroom in a
quiet and orderly manner. When the military instructor or a cadet officer walks
into the classroom, attention will be called. Each cadet will remain standing at
attention until directed to be seated.
B. Each cadet will sit with good posture during class, keeping his feet off the
furniture. The chairs in the classroom will be left in place and lined up in position
behind the desks.
C. Cadet officers and noncommissioned officers will be expected to make onthe-spot corrections of those violating any of the above.
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SECTION V. DISCIPLINE
5-1
CADET DISCIPLINE. Discipline of the cadet can be defined as an outward
manifestation of mental attitudes and state of training which renders obedience and
proper conduct instinctive under all conditions. Discipline is founded upon respect
for, and loyalty to, properly constituted authority. Cadets will be subject to the
orders, directives, and instructions of members of the high school
administration and faculty, the JROTC instructor cadre, and from cadet
officers and noncommissioned officers performing their normal duty. Cadets
are also subject to the Killeen ISD Student Code of Conduct.
5-2
CHARACTERISTICS OF DISCIPLINE. Discipline is generally indicated in a unit or
individual by smartness of appearance and action, cleanliness and neatness of
dress, equipment, respect for seniors, and cheerful execution by subordinates of
orders of their lawful superiors.
5-3
LACK OF DISCIPLINE. Cadets who demonstrate a continuing lack of discipline will
be referred to the Senior Army Instructor for appropriate action.
SECTION VI. AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
6-1
PURPOSE. Awards are presented to individuals of the Harker Heights High School
JROTC Corps of Cadets to create an incentive for superior performance. The
awards are made available through the courtesy of local/national civilian
organizations and the U.S. Government. Coordination of all awards is the
responsibility of the SAI.
6-2
JROTC LETTER JACKET. JROTC Letter Jackets will be awarded at the annual
JROTC Awards Ceremony held in May of each school year. The requirement for
award of a JROTC Letter Jacket is as follows:
A. Students attending Harker Heights High School (HHHS) must be in the HHHS
JROTC Program for at least three (3) years, participate at least two (2) years on a
Special Team (i.e., Drill Team, Color Guard, Physical Training Team, or Orienteering
Team), and not receive a letter jacket from another school sport.
B. Students transferring to HHHS from schools outside the Killeen Independent
School District must be in a high school JROTC program for at least 3 years, can
transfer at least 1 year of participation on a special team from another high school
JROTC program, and must participate on a HHHS Special Team for at least 1 year.
C. Rank, medals, ribbons, badges, and other JROTC insignia will not be worn on
the letter jacket during school. This constitutes a mixed uniform and will not be
allowed.
6-3
WEARING OF MEDALS, RIBBONS, AND BADGES.
A. Ribbons will be worn in order of precedence -- the highest ribbon being worn to
the wearer’s right. When wearing more than three ribbons, the bottom row is filled
with 3 ribbons of the lower precedence. Succeeding rows increase in precedence.
For males, ribbons are worn 1/8th inch above and centered on the left breast pocket
on the jacket or shirt; for females, ribbons are aligned 1-2” above the top button
and centered on the left side of the jacket or shirt. 1/8th inch separates each row
of ribbons, or rows will be touching.
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B. Only ribbons approved by CCR 145-2 and this handbook will be worn, except
upon the approval of the Senior Army Instructor (E.G., Cadet/Leader of the Month
ribbon or medal). In no case, will individuals wear unauthorized ribbons. Medals
may be worn in lieu of ribbons on the cadet uniform; however, the same type ribbon
and medal will not be worn at the same time. Precedence is unchanged whether the
ribbon or medal is displayed.
C. Individuals who by progression through 4 years of service with the JROTC Corps
of Cadets who are awarded the same ribbon or medal multiple times, will wear the
appropriate lamp device on the original ribbon denoting the second, third, etc.
award. In no case will any individual be allowed to wear more than one ribbon or
medal for the same award. Cadets may earn ribbons specified by CCR 145-2 and
the JROTC Unit Management System (JUMS). Multiple awards of any ribbon or
medal will be designated with a lamp device affixed to the ribbon as follows:
2nd – Bronze Lamp
3rd – Silver Lamp
4th – Gold Lamp
ORDER OF WEAR FOR RIBBONS
Ribbons will be worn in the order of precedence as follows: N-1, N-3, N-2, N-4
(1) N-1: Academic
N-1-1
N-1-2
N-1-3
N-1-4
N-1-5
N-1-6
N-1-7
N-1-8
N-1-9
N-1-10
Distinguished Cadet Award for Scholastic Excellence
Academic Excellence Award
Academic Achievement Ribbon
Perfect Attendance Ribbon
Student Government Ribbon
LET Service Ribbon
Recognition Ribbon
Battalion Staff Ribbon
Community Service Ribbon
Fund Raising Ribbon
(2) N-3: Academic
N-3-1
N-3-2
N-3-3
N-3-4
N-3-5
N-3-6
N-3-7
N-3-8
N-3-9
N-3-10
N-3-11
N-3-12
N-3-13
N-3-14
N-3-15
SAI Leadership Ribbon
Personal Appearance Ribbon
Proficiency Ribbon
Drill Team Ribbon
Orienteering Ribbon
Color Guard/Honor Guard Ribbon
Rifle Team Ribbon
Adventure Team Ribbon
Commendation Ribbon
Good Conduct Ribbon
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) Participation Ribbon
Marksmanship Ribbon
Cadet Instructor (AI) Ribbon
Flag Raising Ribbon
CFI Ribbon
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ORDER OF WEAR FOR RIBBONS (Con’t)
(3) N-2: Athletic
N-2-1
N-2-2
N-2-3
N-2-4
N-2-5
Varsity Athletic Ribbon
Physical Fitness Ribbon
ROTC Athletic Ribbon
Physical Training (PT) Competition Ribbon
Saber Guard Ribbon
(4) N-4: Miscellaneous
N-4-1
N-4-2
N-4-3
N-4-4
N-4-5
N-4-6
N-4-7
Parade Ribbon
Recruiting Ribbon
Unassigned
UIL Ribbon
Exemplary Duty
Service Learning
Excellent Staff Performance
N-1-3
N-1-9
N-3-10
N-1-6
N-3-2
N-2-3
N-3-6
N-4-1
EXAMPLE OF POSSIBLE WEAR
D. See paragraph 6-4D, page 29-31, for the proper wear of insignia, badges,
and arches.
E. Medals and ribbons earned through PT, drill team and color guard competition
Will be worn in the order earned after all other medals and ribbons specified in
paragraph 6-4 below.
6-4
AWARDS, RIBBONS, INSIGNIA, AND BADGES
A. The following awards, in accordance with CCR 145-2 Chapter 11, are
recommended by the JROTC instructors and presented at an end of year ceremony:
(1) Superior Cadet Decoration
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, and 4.
Criteria: The most outstanding cadet in each year, based on overall academic
and military record. The cadet must rank in the upper 10% of his or her
JROTC class and the top 50% of his or her academic class.
Presented by: JROTC Instructors
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(2) Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Award
Presented to: LET 3
Criteria: Show outstanding leadership qualities, military bearing, and allaround excellence in JROTC activities and community service; be in the top
10% of their JROTC class and the top 25% of their overall class.
Presented by: Heart of Texas Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution.
(3) Military Order of World Wars (MOWW) Award
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Be in good standing militarily and academically; show marked
improvement in both military and scholastic grades; indicated a desire to
serve his or her country.
Presented by: Austin chapter, MOWW
(4) Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award
Presented to: LET 4 graduating senior
Criteria: Be in the top 25% of cadets in JROTC and academic subjects;
demonstrated qualities of dependability and good character, adherence to
military discipline, leadership ability, and an understanding of the importance
of JROTC.
Presented by: Ensign Thomas Huling Chapter, DAR.
(5) American Legion General Military Excellence Award
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Be in the top 25% of their class in both academic and JROTC
subjects; demonstrated outstanding qualities of military leadership,
discipline, character, and citizenship.
Presented by: American Legion
(6) American Legion Scholastic Excellence Award
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Be in the top 10% percent of their academic class and the top 25%
of their JROTC class. Have demonstrated qualities of leadership and actively
participated in related student activities, constructive activities, or sports.
Presented by: American Legion
(7) American Veterans (AMVETS)
Presented to: LET 2 or 3
Criteria: Be in good academic standing and demonstrate a high degree of
military bearing both in and out of uniform.
Presented by: AMVETS Post 91 of Killeen
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(8) The National Sojourners Award
Presented to: LET 2 or LET 3
Criteria: Be in the top 25% percent of his or her academic class;
demonstrated a potential for outstanding leadership as well as the ideals of
Americanism by deed, conduct, or both.
Presented by: Fort Hood Chapter 208, National Sojourners, Inc.
(9) Scottish Rite of Freemasonry JROTC Award
Presented to: LET 3
Criteria: Have contributed the most among cadets to encourage and
demonstrate Americanism by deeds of conduct during participation in
extracurricular activities or community projects; be in the top 25% percent of
his or her academic class; have demonstrated potential for outstanding
leadership by exhibiting qualities of dependability, good citizenship, and
patriotism.
Presented by: Local Scottish Rite Valley of the Southern Jurisdiction
(10) U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) Award for JROTC
Presented to: LET 3
Criteria: Be in the top 25% of his or her academic class; demonstrated
outstanding leadership traits and possess the potential for assuming positions
of increased responsibility; demonstrated qualities of dependability and good
character and possess an understanding of the importance of JROTC
training.
Presented by: Killeen Station Recruiting NCO, US Army Recruiting Command
(11) Noncommissioned Officers Association (NCOA) Award for JROTC
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Presented to the most outstanding NCO cadet(s) during the past
school year who has/have consistently exhibited the best military bearing,
personal appearance, deportment, and leadership ability in the unit.
Presented by: JROTC Instructors
(12) Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
Presented to: LET 4
Criteria: Presented to the cadet who has demonstrated outstanding
leadership, academic achievement, and dedication to the JROTC program.
Presented by: Central Texas Fort Hood Chapter of AUSA
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(13) The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)
Presented to: LET 3
Criteria: Has demonstrated exceptional potential for military leadership, be in
good academic standing, and demonstrate a high degree of loyalty to the unit,
school and country.
Presented by: Central Texas Chapter of MOA
(14) Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Medal
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Recognized for outstanding achievement and exceptional leadership
ability as well as demonstrating a high degree of loyalty to the unit, school,
community, and country.
Presented by: Local Post of the ROA
(15) Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH)
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Demonstrated an outstanding leadership ability and positive attitude
toward JROTC and country; hold a leadership position in the Corps of
Cadets; be active in school and community affairs; attain a grade of “B” or
better in all subjects for the previous semester.
Presented by: Local Post of the MOPH
(16) Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Demonstrate outstanding military bearing and conduct in and out of
uniform; displayed attributes of self-confidence, initiative, judgment, patriotism
and dependability.
Presented by: VFW Post 3892 of Harker Heights.
(17) The Enlisted Association Award
Presented to: LET 3 or 4
Criteria: Be in good academic standing, present outstanding military bearing
both in and out of uniform, and demonstrate a high degree of loyalty to the
school, community and country.
Presented by: Local Post 88 of the Enlisted Association
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(18) Daedalian JROTC Award
Presented to: LET 3 or LET 4
Criteria: Demonstrated patriotism, love of country, and the desire to
pursue a military aviation career; rank in the upper 10% of the JROTC
class and upper 20% of the high school class.
Presented by: Fort Hood Flight 103, Order of the Daedalians
(19) Celebrate Freedom Foundation/Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
JROTC Award”
Presented to: LET 2 or 3
Criteria: Presented to the LET 2 cadet who has displayed a positive
attitude toward JROTC and the school, outstanding personal appearance,
respect for the customs and courtesies of the military services, the desire
to pursue a military career, rank in the top 5% of their JROTC class and
the top 15% of their academic class.
Presented by: Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
(20) The United States Daughters of 1812 Bronze JROTC Award
Presented to: a Junior or Senior in the JROTC Program
Criteria: Presented to a junior or senior cadet who has demonstrated
academic excellence, outstanding leadership, military discipline,
dependability, military bearing, patriotism and a desire to serve his/her
country.
Presented by: Jordan Bass Chapter, Daughters of 1812
B. The following local awards are also recommended by the JROTC instructors
and presented at an appropriate end of year ceremony:
(1) Knights of Columbus Saber
Presented to: LET 4
Criteria: Presented to the most outstanding graduating senior cadet. Be in
good standing militarily and academically. Demonstrate outstanding
qualities of leadership, loyalty, and military discipline.
Presented by: Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree, Thomas P. Shields
Assembly of Harker Heights.
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(2) JROTC Citizenship Award
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, and 4.
Criteria: Awarded to the #2 cadet in each LET class, based on overall
academic and military record. The cadet must rank in the upper 10% of
his or her JROTC class and be in good academic standing in the
remainder of his or her classes.
Presented by: JROTC Instructors
(3) The Armed Forces E9 Association Leadership Eagle Award
Presented to: LET 3 or LET 4
Criteria: As a cadet Officer or NCO, have displayed outstanding leadership
traits.
Presented by: Local Post of the Armed Forces E9 Association
(4) Distinguished Military Science Award
Presented to: LET 3 or LET 4
Criteria: Presented to a 3rd or 4th year cadet who has demonstrated
outstanding leadership, motivation, and dedication to the Harker Heights
High School JROTC Program, as well as ranking in the top 5% of the
JROTC Class and top 25% of their academic class.
Presented by: Central Texas Special Forces Association, Chapter 77
(5) Heart of Texas West Point Society Award
Presented to: Senior Cadet
Criteria: Presented to a senior cadet who is in the top 25% of their JROTC
and academic class, has been recognized by school counselors and
teachers, and has displayed an interest in attending the United States
Military Academy at West Point.
Presented by: Senior Army Instructor
(6) Senior Army Instructor (SAI) Leadership Excellence Award
Presented to: LET 4
Criteria: Presented to a graduating senior who is in the top 10% of his/her
JROTC class, maintained at least a ‘B’ average in high school, and has
demonstrated outstanding leadership and training abilities.
Presented by: Senior Army Instructor
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C. Ribbons
(1) Distinguished Cadet Award for Scholastic Excellence (N-1-1)
Presented to: The #1 cadet having the highest GPA in all subjects.
Criteria: Awarded annually by the KISD Superintendent to one cadet who
exhibits the highest degree of excellence in scholastics.
(2) Academic Excellence Award (N-1-2)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to one cadet in each LET level for maintaining
the highest school academic grades.
(3) Academic Achievement Ribbon (N-1-3)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to those cadets who maintain a grade of ‘A’ in
JROTC and a ‘B’ in the remaining academic subjects.
(4) Perfect Attendance Ribbon (N-1-4)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to those cadets who have no unexcused absences
during a semester.
(5) Student Government Ribbon (N-1-5)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to any cadet elected to a student government office.
(6) LET Service Ribbon (N-1-6)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to cadets successfully completing the first semester of
each LET year.
(7) Recognition Ribbon (N-1-7)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to any cadet recognized by a community service club
(E.G., VFW, Am. Legion, NCOA, MOA, SAR, DAR, MOPH, MOWW, etc.)
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(8) Battalion Staff Ribbon (N-1-8)
Presented to: Those cadets who are members of the Battalion Staff
Criteria: Awarded to primary staff officers only.
(9) Community Service Ribbon (N-1-9)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded once per year to those cadets who assist in Community
Service projects (E.G., blood drives, retirement home visits, food drives,
etc.).
(10) Fund Raising Ribbon (N-1-10)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Meet fund raising criteria established by the JROTC instructors.
(11) SAI Leadership Ribbon (N-3-1)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to the one cadet in each LET level who
displays the highest degree of leadership.
(12) Personal Appearance Ribbon (N-3-2)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets who consistently present an
outstanding appearance (normally a 90% average during weekly
inspections).
(13) Proficiency Ribbon (N-3-3)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to those cadets who have demonstrated a
high degree of leadership, academic achievement, and duty performance.
(14) Drill Team Ribbon (N-3-4)
Presented to: Members of the Drill Team
Criteria: Awarded annually to Drill Team members.
(15) Orienteering Ribbon (N-3-5)
Presented to: Members of the Orienteering Team
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets who are members of the
Orienteering Team.
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(16) Color Guard/Honor Guard Ribbon (N-3-6)
Presented to: Members of the Color Guard and Honor Guard
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets who are members of the
Color/Honor Guard.
(17) Rifle Team Ribbon (N-3-7)
Presented to: Members of the Rifle Team
Criteria: Awarded annually to Rifle Team members.
(18) Adventure Team Ribbon (N-3-8)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets who are members of adventure
training type units (I.E., LRRSD Team)
(19) Commendation Ribbon (N-3-9)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to cadets whose performance of duty exceptionally
exceeds that expected of cadets of their grade and experience.
(20) Good Conduct Ribbon (N-3-10)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets who have demonstrated
outstanding conduct throughout the school.
(21) JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) Ribbon (N-3-11)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3
Criteria: Awarded to cadets for JCLC (I.E., Summer Camp) participation.
(22) Marksmanship Ribbon (N-3-12)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to cadets who qualify with the Pellet Air Rifle during
weapons qualification. Also awarded to all members of the Rifle Team.
(23) Cadet Instructor Ribbon (N-3-13)
Presented to: LET 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to Assistant Instructors for LET 1, 2 or 3 classes.
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(24) Flag Raising Ribbon (N-3-14)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to cadets who raise and lower the school flags daily.
(25) Cadet Formal Inspection (CFI) Ribbon (N-3-15)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to cadets who participate in the annual CFI.
(26) Varsity Athletics Ribbon (N-2-1)
Presented to: Awarded annually to those cadets who participate in
varsity sports.
Criteria: Recommended by the Head Coach of the sport involved.
(27) Physical Fitness Ribbon (N-2-2)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets receiving an 85-percentile rating or
better in all 5 Cadet Challenge events.
(28) JROTC Athletics Ribbon (N-2-3)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets receiving a 50-percentile rating or
better in all 5 Cadet Challenge events.
(29) Physical Training (PT) Competition Ribbon (N-2-4)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to those cadets who compete in PT
competitions as part of the LRRSD team.
(30) Saber Guard Ribbon (N-2-5)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded once per year to cadets who have participated as
members of a saber guard (E.G., Homecoming football game, Military
Ball).
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(31) Parade Ribbon (N-4-1)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded once per year to cadets who have participated in a local
community parade (E.G., Veterans Day, Christmas, Martin Luther King,
Jr.). LET 2, 3, and 4 cadets are required to participate in at least 2 of the 3
parades to be awarded the Parade Ribbon. LET 1 cadets will be awarded
1 Parade Ribbon per semester, if applicable.
(32) Recruiting Ribbon (N-4-2)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to cadets who recruit students into the JROTC Program
each quarter/semester.
(33) Unassigned (N-4-3)
(34) University Interscholastic League (UIL) Ribbon (N-4-4)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded to those cadets who actively participate in UIL
sponsored contests (other than JROTC) on a competitive basis, (I.E.,
typing, science, mathematics, writing, speech, debate, etc.)
(35) Exemplary Duty (N-4-5)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Recommended by the cadre to those cadets whose performance
of duty during a special activity or event warrants special recognition
(E.G., Summer Camp merit recognition).
(36) Service Learning Ribbon (N-4-6)
Presented to: LET 1, 2, 3, 4
Criteria: Awarded annually to cadets who participate in service learning
projects.
(37) Excellent Staff Performance (N-4-7)
Presented to: Those cadets who distinguish themselves as members of
the Battalion Staff
Criteria: Awarded annually to staff members, primary and assistant, who
have displayed exceptional performance of their staff actions/work.
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D. Insignia, Badges, and Arches:
(1) ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT INSIGNIA
(a) Presented to: Cadets with at least a ‘B’ average in all subjects and
an ‘A’ average in JROTC are authorized to wear this insignia. It must
be earned annually. It is authorized to be worn during the academic term
following the term in which the grades were earned.
1st Award: Wreath
3rd Award: Wreath with Silver Gray Pad
nd
2 Award: Wreath with Red Pad 4th Award: Wreath with Gold Pad
(b) Presented by: Department of the Army
(c) Description: A wreath in gold-color metal 7/8th inch in height. (See
Figure 1).
(d) How worn: Males -- ¼ inch and centered above the right breast pocket
on the coat or shirt; Females -- ¼ inch and centered above the name tag.
If the honor unit/honor unit with distinction insignia is worn, the wreath will
be placed so that the star will be worn within the wreath as shown in
Figure 3.
Figure 1. Academic Achievement Insignia
(2) HONOR UNIT/HONOR UNIT WITH DISTINCTION
(a) Presented to: All cadets of those units designated as an honor
unit/honor unit with distinction.
(b) Presented by: Department of the Army
(c) Description: A five-pointed star of gold-color metal, 9/16th inch in
diameter with blue enamel for honor units and gold enamel for honor units
with distinction. (See Figure 2).
(d) How worn: Males -- ¼ inch above the right breast pocket and
centered;
Females -- ¼ inch above the nameplate and centered. (See figure 3 and
4).
Figure 2. Honor Unit with Distinction Insignia
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Figure 3. Wearing of Academic Achievement Insignia with Honor Unit Insignia
Figure 4. Wearing of Honor Unit Insignia
(3) SPECIAL TEAM ARCHES (See Figure 5)
(a) Team arches approved for wear IAW CCR 145-2 are color guard, flag
detail, drill team, academic, honor guard, JCLC, orienteering, and PT
Excellence.
(b) Other optional arches authorized by the SAI include Honor Roll,
Saber Team, and Ranger. A maximum of 6 arches may be worn, except
during the Cadet Formal Inspection when a maximum of 3 arches shall be
worn. Optional arches designated by the SAI may NOT be worn during
the CFI.
(c) Presented to: those cadets who actively participate on a special team
(I.E., Color Guard, Drill Team, PT Team, Orienteering Team), and who
have participated in a competition scenario, or in the case of the Color
Guard or Drill Team, a public performance or colors presentation.
(d) Presented by: JROTC Instructors
(e) Description: arched metal pin 1½ inches long and 3/8th inch wide
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(f) How worn:
1) Males -- centered on the right breast pocket.
2) Females: Place the first arch 2½ inches and centered below the
name tag (a comparable position as the male uniform).
3) Multiple awards are worn by precedence with the JCLC arch, if
awarded, on top, and the major team arch second.
4) Arches are spaced 1/8 inch apart.
Figure 5. Wearing of Special Team Arches
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SECTION VII. APPEARANCE, UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT
7-1
APPEARANCE.
A. Hair. Cadets will maintain a neat and well groomed appearance while in uniform.
Extreme, eccentric, or trendy hairstyles are not authorized. If cadets use dyes, tints,
bleaches, they must choose those that result in natural hair colors. Colors that detract
from a professional appearance are prohibited. Therefore, cadets may not use colors
that result in an extreme appearance. Applied hair colors that are prohibited include,
but are not limited to, purple, blue, pink, green, orange, bright (fire-engine) red, and
fluorescent or neon colors.
(1) Males. The hair on the top of the head must be neatly groomed. The length
and bulk of the hair may not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt, or
extreme appearance. The hair must present a tapered appearance. When the hair
is combed, it will not fall over the ears or eyebrows, or touch the collar, except for
the closely cut hair at the back of the neck. The block-cut fullness in the back is
permitted in a moderate degree, as long as the tapered look is maintained. In all
cases, the bulk or length of hair may not interfere with the wear of headgear. Males
are not authorized to wear braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks (unkempt, twisted,
matted, individual parts of hair) while in uniform. Hair that is clipped closely or
shaved to the scalp is authorized. Sideburns must be neatly trimmed, but cannot
be flared. The base of the sideburn must be cut on a horizontal line, and may not
extend below the lowest part of the exterior ear opening. Additionally, the face will
be clean-shaven, except mustaches are permitted. If a mustache is worn, it will be
kept neatly trimmed, tapered and tidy, and will not present a chopped-off or bushy
appearance. No portion of the mustache will cover the upper lip line or extend
sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth. A
cadet who cannot shave must have a doctor’s statement specifying the reason why
shaving is not permitted; a parent’s note will not be accepted.
(2) Females. Females will ensure their hair is neatly groomed, that the length and
bulk of the hair are not excessive, and that the hair does not present a ragged,
unkempt, or extreme appearance. Trendy styles that result in shaved portions of
the scalp (other than the neckline) or designs cut into the hair are prohibited.
Females may wear braids and cornrows as long as the braided style is
conservative, the braids and cornrows lie snugly on the head, and any hair holding
devices comply with standards. Dreadlocks are prohibited while in uniform. Hair
will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar at any
time during normal activity or while standing in formation. Extensions, weaves,
wigs, and hairpieces are authorized; however, these additions must have the same
general appearance as the individual’s natural hair and comply with grooming
policies set forth in this paragraph. When headgear is worn, the hair will not extend
below the bottom edge of the front of the headgear, nor will it extend below the
bottom edge of the collar. Hair holding devices are authorized only for the purpose
of securing the hair. All hair holding devices must be plain and of a color as close
to the female cadet’s hair as is possible or clear. Authorized devices include small,
plain scrunchies (elastic hair bands covered with material), barrettes, combs, pins,
clips, rubber bands, and hair bands.
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Devices that are conspicuous, excessive, or decorative are prohibited.
Examples of prohibited devices include, but are not limited to, large, lacy
scrunchies; beads, bows, or claw clips; clips, pins, or barrettes with butterflies,
flowers, sparkles, gems or scalloped edges; and bows made from hair pieces.
B. Cosmetics.
(1) Males. Males are prohibited from wearing cosmetics, to include nail polish.
Fingernails must be neatly trimmed so as not to extend beyond the fingertip.
(2) Females. Female cadets may wear cosmetics if they are applied conservatively
and in good taste, and complement the uniform. Exaggerated or faddish cosmetics
styles are inappropriate with the uniform and will not be worn. Lipstick and nail polish
may be worn with the uniform as long as the color is conservative and compliments the
uniform. Fingernails cannot be painted in extreme colors such as, but not limited to,
purple, gold, blue, black, white, bright (fire-engine) red, khaki, camouflage, or
fluorescent colors. While in uniform female cadets cannot apply designs to nails or
apply two-tone or multi-colors to nails. Females will not exceed a nail length of ¼ inch,
as measured from the tip of the finger.
C. Jewelry
(1) Earrings can be worn by female cadets only. Earrings may be screw-on, clip-on,
or post-type earrings in gold, silver, white pearl or diamond. The earrings will not
exceed 6mm or ¼ inch in diameter, and they must be unadorned and spherical.
When worn, earrings will fit snugly against the ear. Females may wear earrings only
as a matched pair, with only one earring per ear lobe.
(2) Body Piercing. Cadets may not attach, affix, or display objects, articles, jewelry
or ornamentation through the skin while in uniform. The term “skin” is not confined
to external skin, but includes the tongue, lips, inside the mouth, and other surfaces
of the body not readily visible.
D. The Senior Army Instructor (SAI) will make the final determination if a dispute is
presented concerning the appropriate appearance criteria.
7-2 UNIFORMS / UNIFORM WEAR.
A. The uniform of the United States is more than a mere suit of clothes. It is a symbol
of honor, tradition, and achievement. Smart appearance and proper conduct of a
cadet in uniform is an indication of self-respect, pride, alertness, and loyalty to his or
her school and country.
B. Each cadet will be issued uniforms and regulation JROTC insignia, at no expense,
according to Department of the Army allowance.
C. Proper wearing of the uniform. Remember always, that you are judged by your
appearance, and the way you look in your uniform reflects credit or discredit on you.
Following are some of the “do’s and don’ts” regarding proper wear of the uniform.
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(1) No item of the uniform may be worn as part of civilian attire. Civilian clothes will
not be mixed with the uniform except when prescribed by the Senior Army Instructor
during extremely cold weather. At this time, the wear of a civilian coat/jacket is
authorized only to and from school. Once the student enters any door in the school,
the civilian coat/jacket must be immediately removed and carried, or put in student’s
locker. If student desires to wear a coat/jacket while inside the school, it must be
the Army issued black windbreaker jacket. If a student wears their civilian
coat/jacket while in school, that cadet will receive a zero for his/her uniform
inspection grade for that day. Wearing of civilian shoes, even to and from school,
with the uniform is not authorized.
(2) Keep your pockets buttoned.
(3) The cap is worn outdoors at all times when in uniform. Male cadets wear the
cap without peaks, tipped to the right, one finger’s width above the right eyebrow
and one finger’s width above the right ear. Female cadets wear the cap centered
on the head, the front edge approximately one inch above the eyebrows. Hair will
not be visible on the forehead below the front bottom edge of the cap.
(4) Trousers should be long enough to completely hide black socks when standing
and touching the instep of the shoe.
(5) The belt will be worn so that the metal tip is to your left for males and right for
females, and extends just beyond the buckle.
(6) Military standard black leather or patent leather shoes are required for male and
female cadets.
D. In-Ranks Inspection Days.
(1) Cadets who fail to wear their uniform for the weekly in-ranks inspection
will receive a grade of zero. Cadets who fail to wear their uniform 2 weeks ina-row, or twice in a 9-week grading period, will be subject to dismissal from
the JROTC Program. Cadets who are absent from school due to illness or
other official events will wear their uniform on the day they return to school.
Cadets who are suspended or placed in In-School Suspension (ISS) on
Inspection Day will wear their uniform on the day they return to regular
classes. Cadets who are in ISS for a complete week will receive a grade of
zero.
(2) The complete uniform will be worn all day. Cadets not wearing their
uniform, or wearing the uniform improperly, will receive a grade of zero for
the day. The only exception to being out of uniform on Inspection Day,
except as noted above, are for those students who take classes that may
subject them to damaging or soiling their uniform (E.G., Chemistry Lab, Art,
Welding, Auto Mechanics, etc.). When this possibility occurs, cadets must
inform their instructor of the situation.
(3) Cadets having jobs after school will not wear their uniforms on the job.
E. Shoulder insignia. See Figure 6, page 35, for Cadet Officer and NCO insignia.
F. Class B Uniform. For proper wear, see figure 7 (ASU) and Figure 8 (AGU).
G. Army Combat Uniform (ACU). For proper wear, see figure 9.
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Figure 6. Cadet Officer & NCO Insignia
NOTE: Embroidered lapel sleeves with insignia of rank for both Cadet Officer and Cadet
Enlisted Insignia (Figure 6 and 7 above) will be worn on both shoulder loops of the shirt.
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AUTHORIZED CADET UNIFORM.
A. Male. Each male cadet is issued the following clothing and equipment:
Belt, web, waist, black
Buckle, belt, brass
Gray beret (ASU) or Garrison Cap (AGU)
Coat, Black windbreaker
Trousers: Blue (ASU) or Green (AGU)
Shirt, Short sleeve: Gray (ASU) or Green (AGU)
Shoes, black
Socks, black
B. Female. Each female cadet is issued the following clothing and equipment:
Belt, web, black
Buckle, brass
Gray Beret (ASU) or Garrison Cap (AGU)
Coat, black windbreaker
Slacks, Blue
Shirt: Short sleeve, Gray (ASU) or Green (AGU)
Shoes, black
Neck tab, black
C. Designated items of the above clothing and equipment will be the inspection
uniform, except for the black windbreaker. The windbreaker will be worn zipped.
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These are illustrations of the Class B Army Service Uniform (ASU) for male and female
cadets. The ASU is worn during all occasions except for field training (I.E., JCLC). Class B
uniforms are also worn at other times as required by your instructor.
Figure 7. Army Service Uniform (ASU)
NOTE: The beret is worn so that the headband is straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows.
The flash is positioned over the left eye with the excess material draped over the right ear and extending to
at least the top of the ear, and no lower than the middle of the ear. When worn properly, the beret is formed
to the shape of the head; therefore, cadets may not wear hairstyles that cause distortion of the beret.
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These are illustrations of the Class B Army Service Uniform (Army Green Uniform,
AGU) for male and female cadets. Like the ASU, the AGU is worn during all occasions
except for field training (I.E., JCLC). Class B uniforms are also worn at other times as
required by your instructor. Until the transition to ASUs is complete, JROTC Cadets
are still authorized to wear the AGU until its wear-out date of 30 September 2015.
Figure 8. Army Green Uniform (AGU)
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This is an illustration of the Army Combat Uniform (ACU). It is worn at JCLC and for
participation on special teams.
Figure 9. Army Combat Uniform (ACU)
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RESPONSIBILITY AND MAINTENANCE.
A. Before a cadet can be issued uniforms or equipment, his/her parents or
guardian must assume financial responsibility for loss or damage to all items of
issue. In this connection great care should be taken by the cadet in checking all
clothing and equipment before placing his or her signature on the clothing form,
since his or her signature is verification that the transaction is correct.
B. Cost of cleaning, laundry, and normal maintenance of uniforms while in the
possession of the cadet will be borne by the cadet.
C. Major alterations of the uniform will not be accomplished without permission
of the JROTC Department.
D. Lost or damaged uniform items will be paid for by the cadet or his/her parent/
guardian through a “Cash Collection” voucher prepared by the Military Property
Specialist.
7-5
WEAPONS.
A. A dummy Drill Rifle (M1 replica or M1903 replica) will be used by cadets
during rifle drill. These weapons are kept in numbered racks in the arms room.
Each cadet is responsible and accountable for the weapon issued to him/her
during drill or at anytime that the weapon is in his/her possession.
B. After weapons have been returned, a Cadet Officer will check to insure that
all weapons are present. Should any weapon(s) not be accounted for, the Cadet
Officer will notify a Military Instructor and initiate a search for the missing
weapon(s) immediately.
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TEXTS.
JROTC manuals, Army field manuals, and JROTC regulations will be issued to
each cadet on loan basis. Other publications are on file in the JROTC office for
reference and study. LET Curriculum Books can be signed out from the cadet’s
respective instructor.
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INSPECTIONS.
A. It is each cadet’s responsibility to be prepared for inspection each
Wednesday. The weekly inspections are a graded period. As reiterated several
times in this handbook, failure to be in uniform will result in a grade of zero. A
cadet receiving two zeros in one nine week period will be reduced in rank
or disenrolled from the program.
B. Periodic inspections and/or visits may be made throughout the school by
members of the Active Army. During these visits/inspections, cadets are
expected to maintain a high degree of military bearing.
C. A Formal Inspection is conducted each year by local army units and every 3rd
year by representatives of U.S. Army 5th Brigade.
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SECTION VIII. INTEGRATED-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
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GENERAL. Harker Heights High School JROTC offers a number of integratedcurricular activities which allow cadets to compete against other JROTC
programs, to include programs from the other armed forces. Cadets
participating in integrated-curricular activities must have and maintain a 2.0
GPA (I.E., pass all subjects). Below is a list of integrated-curricular activities
(I.E., Special Teams) currently offered by our program:
A. Color Guard: Both male and female teams are offered. The color guard
performs at all the parades, all home football games, selected home basketball,
volleyball and soccer games, and high school/community activities. The color
guard also competes at various drill meets.
B. Drill Team: Both male and female teams are offered. The drill teams perform
at various activities as well as competing at drill meets. These are precision drill
teams requiring participants to be able to accomplish complicated manual of
arms movements as well as precision marching.
C. Long Range Reconnaissance Surveillance Detachment (LRRSD): LRRSD is
a co-ed team. This team is primarily involved in physical fitness and orienteering
(land navigation). Physical fitness is broken down into male and female teams
while orienteering is co-ed. These teams participate in physical fitness
competitions during drill meets with selected competitions for the orienteering
team.
D. Honor Guard: The honor guard is responsible for raising and lowering the
flags in front of the school each school day. This is accomplished under the
direction of the Cadet CSM. Proper courtesies and honors to the flag are
rendered.
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SPECIAL TEAM PRACTICE. All Special Team (extra curricular activities)
practices take place after school, normally from 4:15 to 5:30 P.M. No school
transportation is provided to get cadets home after practices. Students must
attend practices. This is essential to improving and maintaining individual or
team competency. Any absence must be coordinated in advance, either in
person or via telephone. The number to the Harker Heights High School JROTC
Office is 336-0840. Only the team coach may grant an excused absence. Three
unexcused absences or three times tardy to practice will be grounds for
dismissal from the team.
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RETENTION. Since JROTC Drill Meets fall under University Interscholastic
League (UIL) guidelines, cadets must maintain passing grades in all their classes
in order to compete. A cadet who fails a class will be allowed to practice, if they
elect to, but will be suspended from UIL competition until he/she passes all
academic subjects, including JROTC. Cadets will not be allowed to wear their
special team uniform while in a “failing” status.
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SECTION IX. ARMY RANK STRUCTURE
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SECTION X.
The Junior ROTC Cadet Creed
I am an Army Junior ROTC Cadet. I will always conduct
myself to bring credit to my family, country, school and the
Corps of Cadets.
I am loyal and patriotic. I am the future of the
United States of America.
I do not lie, cheat, or steal and will always be accountable
for my actions and deeds.
I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism.
I will work hard to improve my mind
and strengthen my body.
I will seek the mantle of leadership and stand prepared to
uphold the Constitution and the American way of life.
May God grant me the strength to always live by this creed.
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