IN-20051
Air Force
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps
Cadet Guide
2014-2015
Integrity, Service, Excellence
Developing citizens of character
dedicated to serving their nation
and community
Current as of August 2014
Required Daily for Class
August 8, 2014
Welcome to Air Force Junior ROTC! The Aerospace Science
Instructor and I look forward to working with you this academic year.
Through hard work, commitment, and teamwork, we’ll succeed in
“Developing Citizens of Character Dedicated to Serving Their Nation
and Community.”
You should be proud of your decision to take this citizenship class;
by stepping out of your comfort zone to assume additional
responsibility, you are improving yourself, your peers, your school,
and your community. Most importantly, you are preparing yourself
for the future, a future that may seem uncertain now, but one that will
provide many opportunities for those who are ready.
It is my privilege to share the classroom with you this year. Work
hard, play hard, make a difference!
Sincerely,
Dave Allen, Lt Col, USAF (ret)
Air Force Junior ROTC
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER
PAGE
Welcome from Senior Aerospace Science Instructor
(Inside Front Cover)
1.
MISSION AND OBJECTIVES
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2.
STANDARDS
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3.
AFJROTC UNIFORMS
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4.
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
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5.
UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT, ORGANIZATIONAL CHART 20
6.
IN-20051 CADET GROUP JOB DESCRIPTIONS
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7.
IN-20051 PROMOTION POLICY
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8.
MISCELLANEOUS TIPS
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9.
ATTACHMENTS
1—UNIFORM INSPECTION SHEET
2—AFJROTC BADGES
3—CADET RANK
4—PROPER WEAR OF UNIFORM
5—CHAIN OF COMMAND
6--Honor Code, Mission Statement, Core Values
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The Cadet Creed
(Inside Back Cover)
AFJROTC RIBBON CHART
(Back Cover)
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CHAPTER 1
MISSION AND OBJECTIVES
1-1. GENERAL INFORMATION
A. Air Force Junior ROTC consists of two parts: Aerospace Science and Leadership
Education. Aerospace Science courses introduce historical, scientific, and technical
aspects of aerospace. The Leadership Education goal is to help you develop discipline,
responsibility, communication skills, physical health and wellness, and citizenship. In
addition, Leadership Education will teach you proper wear of the uniform, Air Force
customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, and how to give and receive instructions.
You’ll learn how to be a positive follower, leader, and member of the IN-20051 Cadet
Corps. YOU DO NOT INCUR A MILITARY SERVICE OBLIGATION BY
PARTICIPATING IN THE PROGRAM.
B. To be eligible for membership in the AFJROTC program, you must be:
 enrolled in a regular course of instruction at Owen Valley High School.
 in grade nine or above.
 A citizen or national of the United States or an alien admitted for permanent
residence.
 Physically fit to participate in AFJROTC training (you are considered physically
fit if you are qualified for the Owen Valley High School physical education
program).
IF YOU MEET THE ENROLLMENT CRITERIA LISTED ABOVE, YOU MAY
TAKE ROTC I; HOWEVER, INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL IS REQUIRED TO
ENROLL IN ALL OTHER AFJROTC COURSES OFFERED AT OWEN
VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO OBTAIN THIS
APPROVAL WHEN COMPLETING PROGRAMMING SHEETS WITH YOUR
COUNSELOR!
C. Students may transfer from Army, Navy, or Marine JROTC units and receive full credit
for training that has been successfully completed and documented. (If you are
transferring from another program, contact the SASI or ASI.)
D. Disenrollment—The SASI can disenroll you, with no course credit, if you:
1. Fail to wear the uniform three or more unexcused times in any semester.
2. Fail to pass an aerospace course. Continued enrollment will be on a space available
basis when approved by the SASI, with no certificate of training or completion credit
for failed AFJROTC courses.
3. Fail to maintain personal appearance and uniform standards after repeated
attempts to correct the deficiencies by the SASI, ASI, or senior cadets.
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4. Do not follow Owen Valley High School student rules of behavior. A history of
suspensions, Saturday school and any expulsion are reasons for disenrollment.
5. Disrupt the class frequently and/or do not: follow classroom rules, maintain a
positive attitude towards training, comply with classroom procedures, and remain
in control.
6. Fail to abide by the Cadet Honor Code or Code of Ethics.
E. If you successfully complete at least three years of Aerospace Science courses you will
be eligible to receive the Certificate of Completion. You must have this certificate in
your possession when enrolling in a college level ROTC program, or when enlisting in
the armed forces, in order to receive the benefits of successfully completing the program.
1. With this certificate you may be excused from one year of the General Military
Course (GMC) of the college program. This privilege must be arranged with the
Professor of Aerospace Science when enrolling at the college or university.
2. At their discretion, the military departments may award you the grade of E-3 for
successful completion of three academic years of JROTC. (Enlistment in the Marine
Corps will be in the pay grade of E-2). This not only provides increased pay but also
places you ahead of other personnel enlisting at the same time and can make
you eligible for promotion ahead of other enlistees who enter at the same time.
F. A Certificate of Training is presented to you if you successfully complete two years of
Aerospace Science courses. With this certificate you may be excused from one semester
of the General Military Course (GMC) of the senior ROTC program. This privilege must
be arranged with the Professor of Aerospace Science (PAS) at the time of enrollment. In
addition, if you present evidence of successful completion of at least two academic years
of JROTC you will be entitled to advanced promotion to the grade of no less than E-2 on
initial enlistment in an Active or a Reserve component of the military service.
1-2.
AFJROTC MISSION
The mission of AFJROTC is to “develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their
nation and community.”
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GOALS
The goals of the AFJROTC program are to instill in you and other high school cadets the
values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of
accomplishment.
1-4. CADET CONTRACT, HONOR CODE, AND CODE OF ETHICS
A.
Cadet Contract—You and other cadets will complete annually, or upon enrollment,
the cadet contract which will be filed in the personnel binder maintained in the instructors’
office.
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B. Cadet Honor Code—The Cadet Honor Code and Code of Ethics codes are closely
related and supplement each other. They will guide you as you strive to become a
productive citizen in a society with demanding and often conflicting standards and
questionable role models. You should instill these values in yourself and your fellow
cadets to the best of your ability at all times.
Cadet Honor Code: “Cadets will not Lie, Cheat, or Steal nor Tolerate Among
Them, Anyone who Does.” These simple words are the basis for a code to live by that
will last the remainder of your life. These are simple but tough rules to live by as
reflected by the troubling and alarming number of students who freely admit they cheat
in school. However, these words are specific and clear in their demands and are still
relevant in our society. You should be HONEST in both words and deeds. You should
not make quibbling and evasive statements, should do your own work, and assist others
in a sense of cooperation to meet the Corps’ goals. Trustworthiness is necessary for the
welfare and continued existence of our civilized society. The code requires self-control
and a conscious effort to not take the easy road to short term success, but to take the
road that requires hard work for long-term success. Eventually living by the code will
become an ingrained habit and a part of the your total lifestyle. The Honor Code is a
noble, moral standard that is the essence of not only the Corps but also our civilized
society.
C. Code of Ethics—As a member of the Cadet Corps, you will:
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Respect your parents, school officials and staff, teachers, and community leaders.
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Refrain from any act or derogatory word(s) that would discredit you, family,
school, Air Force, or Cadet Corps. Vulgar conduct and language is not socially
acceptable and gets in the way of communication.
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Dedicate yourself to succeed in academics, athletics, extracurricular activities, and
work.
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Perform all assigned duties and timely meet all obligations.
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Maintain self-respect, self-control, and good behavior.
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Be honest and understand that honorable failure is better than success through
unfair means.
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Be proud of your uniform and commitment to AFJROTC which sets you apart
from others.
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Be an excellent role model with high standards of conduct.
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Respect other cadets and follow the directions of senior cadet officers.
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Place the good of the Corps ahead of personal gain.
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1-5. GRADING POLICY
Aerospace Science Instructors will use the following weighted grading system and assign a
letter grade using the school’s published grading scale. You can request extra credit work
which will be weighted into the academics category. Incomplete assignments and/or nonparticipation will not be tolerated and will result in a failing grade and possible removal from
the cadet corps.
Percent of Grade
Final Exam
10%
Quizzes
20%
Communication Skills Assignments
10%
*Leadership, Followership, Job Performance
25%
Inspections, Preparation, and Uniform Wear
25%
Wellness (sometimes referred to as E2C, PT, physical fitness, etc)
10%
(*includes Drill & Ceremony)
Total Possible:
100%
If you experience problems in any Academics area (not just AFJROTC) you should contact
your Flight Commander for tutoring assistance. Other cadets are always available to help
you. As part of the Cadet Corps, you will be expected to help in areas that you excel, so
don’t be shy about seeking or volunteering assistance!
As part of the leadership and followership grade, you will be required to perform a minimum
of 4 hours of community service during each grading period. This may be done as an
individual or as a member of a flight (class). Service must be verified in writing by a school
faculty member, religious or charity organization representative, and will not include events
that the cadet receives credit for in another class, i.e., building trades construction of a house
for the needy, etc. The Cadet Corps prides itself on helping others and making a difference in
our community! Examples of community service may include participation in:
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Patriots Day (Sept.11) activities
Veterans Day (Nov. 11) Parade
Fall or Spring Cleanup
Collecting funds, canned goods, or other items for charity
organizations (Toys for Tots, homeless shelters, Bikes for
Tikes, etc)
 Working in the School or Community Library
 Memorial Day activities
 Other events as requested by the community.
Your flight commander or the Command Chief Master Sergeant (Community Service
Manager) can provide additional information about this rewarding requirement.
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CHAPTER 2
STANDARDS
2-1.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
Note: When a subject heading is underlined it applies only when the cadet is in
uniform.
A. General:
You represent a select group looked upon as the best of America’s youth. This means
that you should always conduct yourself in a manner that is favorable to your school,
IN-20051 and the United States AFJROTC program.
B. Addressing Other Cadets:
A cadet officer is addressed by cadets of lower rank by his/her rank followed by
his/her last name. (Example: Captain Smith) OR, a cadet officer may be addressed as
“Sir” or “Ma’am”. NEVER address a cadet officer in uniform by his/her first name!
Cadets of equal or lower rank will be addressed informally as “Cadet __________” or
“Mr./Miss ___________(last name).” Respect for each other is extremely important!
C. Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired Military Personnel:
Military personnel are addressed by their rank, followed by their last name, or by “Sir”
or Ma’am.”
D. Saluting:
1. A salute is nothing more than a greeting. You are required to salute all cadet
officers and the SASI. You are not required to salute cadets in the enlisted
ranks. These cadets exchange a verbal greeting only. All officers must render a
salute to officers of a higher rank. Remember you only salute outside the building in
uncovered areas. The Flight Commander (acting Flight Commander) will salute the
instructor when reporting the class ready for instruction.
2. Salute, in or out of uniform, whenever you are required to report to the SASI/ASI
in the instructor’s office.
3. Except for formal reporting, you are not required to salute indoors.
4. When you are outdoors in uniform and the National Anthem is played, come to
attention, face the flag (or the music if you can’t see the flag) and salute. If the flag
is being raised or lowered at the same time, face the flag and salute. Hold the salute
until the flag has stopped moving or the music stops playing.
E. Pledge of Allegiance:
Military personnel take an oath upon entering the armed forces. For this reason,
they are not required to recite another oath since their uniform symbolizes their
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pledge to defend the U.S. flag, the Constitution and country. However, since
AFJROTC cadets have not taken an oath, the following guidelines will be followed:
 When you are outdoors and in uniform, stand at attention and render the hand
salute while reciting the pledge.
 When you are indoors and in uniform, stand at attention, face the flag and
recite the pledge. Do not salute.
 When you are in civilian clothes, stand at attention with the right hand over
the heart, face the flag and recite the pledge.
F. Reporting:
When told to report to the SASI/ASI, you should stand at attention, salute and
state: “Sir/Ma’am, Cadet (your last name) reports as ordered.” After the
SASI/ASI has provided you the information, you will salute again, ask “Will that
be all?” and drop the salute after the SASI/ASI has returned your salute. If you
have information or a question for the SASI/ASI, you will follow the above
guideline but will not include the phrase “as ordered.” Instead, you will state the
reason you are there (i.e., “…to ask a question”, “with attendance,” etc.)
G. Walking With Cadets and Military Personnel of a Higher Rank:
When walking with a person of higher rank, always walk on his/her left and in
step with him/her. When passing a person of higher rank, pass on his/her left if
possible. When passing through a doorway, the person of lower rank holds the
door and allows the person of higher rank to proceed through the doorway first.
When boarding and leaving a vehicle, the person of lower rank gets in first and
gets out last.
H. Treatment of Cadets of a Lower Rank:
At no time will hazing be tolerated in the cadet corps! Any hazing is to be
reported to the flight commander of the cadet who was harassed and taken straight
up the chain of command. No cadet is to be embarrassed or degraded in any
manner. This includes public reprimands, public punishment, joking about
difference in rank, etc.
I. Calling Rooms to Attention:
When the SASI, ASI, Principal, distinguished visitor, or a military officer enters
the room, the room is called to attention. The occupants of the room remain at
attention until the person entering says, “At ease,” or “As you were.”
J. Courtesies Rendered to Non-Cadets:
Faculty members and adults are addressed as “Mr.”/”Ms.” (last name) unless they
ask you to address them in other forms (i.e. “Coach” (last name). In conversation,
unless otherwise directed, they are answered “Yes sir/ma’am,” NOT “yeah,”
“nope, yo” etc.
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K. Public Display of Affection:
No public display of affection will be tolerated when in uniform or at a JROTC
function. This includes holding hands while in uniform.
L. Quibbling:
When an officer gives an order, it can be considered to be an order from the
Commander. This means that orders should be followed. You have the right to
disagree and present your ideas if time permits, but the officer has the final word.
If you feel that an officer is treating you unfairly, see your flight commander, then
see your squadron commander. Any problem can be worked out if it is done in an
orderly fashion.
M. Reasons for Strictness:
If the Cadet Corps is to operate in a smooth manner, there must be procedures for
everyone to follow. There must be discipline to carry out the unit’s everyday
functions. Faculty members at our school look upon AFJROTC as a group of
students that are on a higher level than other students. They expect us to be clean
cut, role model American citizens. We must live not only to meet, but exceed,
these expectations.
You are a leader in training, the future of the United States. You must be willing
to live with the discipline and be ready to accept responsibility. Even if you do not
pursue a military career, you will learn the discipline that you need to be above
and beyond your peers who have never had any military training. Remember: As
long as you are with us, a part of America’s future is in your hands.
N. Actions:
Keep in mind that wherever you go, there is probably someone there who knows
you are a part of IN-20051. Therefore, you must be careful that you represent the
unit in a way that can make us all proud. You don’t have to be a “jarhead” and
give up your complete outside life. We only ask you to act in a way that shows
our elite status.
2-2. DISCIPLINARY ACTION
You will be held accountable for school rules and policies, as well as those of
AFJROTC and the corps. Failure to comply with these rules will result in
appropriate disciplinary action. Any school suspensions may result in loss of
staff position.
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CHAPTER 3
AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC UNIFORMS
3-1.
THE UNIFORM
The AFJROTC cadet uniform is, with certain exceptions, the same as that worn by active duty
enlisted personnel. The reputation of the United States Air Force as a professional military
organization is known worldwide and has no equal. The uniform you wear is a symbol of that
reputation. WEAR IT CORRECTLY AND PROUDLY! You will keep your uniform clean, neat,
correct in design and specifications, and in good condition. The IN-20051 weekly uniform day is
normally Thursday. Exceptions to this policy will be announced in advance by the SASI/ASI.
You are required to remain in uniform the entire day, unless excused by the SASI/ASI.
A. Uniform items not issued by the ASI are considered optional items. Wear them
only when authorized by the SASI/ASI.
B. A uniform will be issued to each eligible cadet at no cost. However, you will be
required to reimburse the Air Force if you lose or damaged uniform items.
C. After being issued the Air Force uniform, you will acknowledge receipt for items
by signing a uniform issue receipt. By signing this receipt, you agree to use all
reasonable caution and care to assure that all Air Force property items are cared
for and not damaged due to carelessness, neglect, improper cleaning and/or
laundering methods. Further, you are required to return all uniform items to the
ASI upon demand or at which time you no longer are enrolled in the AFJROTC
program at Owen Valley High School.
D. You must wear the uniform as prescribed in AFI 36-2903 and AFJROTCI 362001. Attachments to this guide outline authorized uniform combinations. When
participating in field trips, you are required to wear the uniform combination
prescribed by the SASI.
E. If you are currently on the Color Guard team, you are authorized to wear the
white shoulder cord as an addition to the regular uniform, when designated by the
Special Teams Commander. (An individual is considered a member of a team if
they attend practices on a regular basis. This determination is made by the Special
Teams commander.) Other items such as white berets, chrome helmets, boots,
gloves, ascots, and belts will be worn only during performances or competitions
and are not authorized for regular wear. All special uniform items must be
approved by the SASI or ASI before wear.
F. Your issued service dress uniform must be worn when directed by the SASI. Prior
to inspection days, you will be told which uniform combination to wear as
prescribed in AFI 36-2903 and the attachments to this guide. You will be graded
on appearance and general knowledge on all inspection days. Categories will
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include uniform appearance and condition, placement of insignia, condition of
shoes, military bearing, grooming, chain-of-command, rank structure, and the
contents of this cadet guide. (See Attachment 1, “Uniform Grading Sheet.”)
G. It is your responsibility to insure that your uniform is available and in inspection
condition on Thursday, or the designated uniform day. If you do not have an
approved excuse from the SASI/ASI, and do not wear the uniform on inspection
day or the designated makeup day, the following will occur:
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1st offense—a zero grade for inspection
2nd offense—possible reduction in rank, a zero for inspection
and a phone call home.
3rd offense—a zero grade for inspection, loss of ALL rank and
a referral for removal from class.
H. If absent on the designated uniform day, you must wear the uniform on the next
school day attended (if unsure which combination has been designated, wear the
service dress uniform). If you do not wear the uniform on the designated day, you
will receive a zero for that uniform inspection. Cadets failing to wear the
uniform three times (unexcused) during the first academic semester will not
be allowed to continue in the Air Force JROTC program in the second
semester. You may be excused from uniform wear on the designated day with
permission of the SASI/ASI if you coordinate an alternate uniform day prior to
the weekly uniform wear day (i.e., doctor’s appointment, etc). Uniforms not
picked up from the laundry will NOT be considered a valid excuse for missed
uniform wear days. (If lost at cleaners, a parent/guardian must send in a note,
along with the receipt from the cleaners.)
I. You will not combine uniform items and civilian clothing items. If you have a
legitimate excuse (medical) for not wearing certain uniform items (shoes, for
example), you must have a SASI waiver of uniform requirements.
J. The standard U.S. Air Force, blue, clutch-design nametag will be
worn by IN-20051 cadets on the short sleeve and long sleeve shirts only.
Ribbons will be worn on the service coat or if service coat is not required, on the
shirt.
K. You must turn in all uniform items and textbooks at the end of your last
JROTC semester or the end of the school year, or when directed by the
SASI/ASI, whichever comes first.
L. Do not carry bulky items or put your hands in your uniform
pockets. Do not walk while eating, drinking or talking on a cell phone while in
uniform. Do not place articles under the shoulder strap of the shirt or coat. Carry
books or other objects in your left hand to free the right arm for saluting.
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M. You may not hitch hike, perform hard labor, or engage in sports
activities while wearing the uniform. Cadets taking Area 30 classes will
be excused from wearing the uniform during Area 30 classes only.
N. Remember, when you wear the official United States Air Force uniform,
bad behavior in public can create unfavorable reaction toward AFJROTC and the
United States Air Force. On the other hand, proper conduct, actions and attitude can
create and sustain favorable public reactions that will enhance the cadet corps
image.
O. As an AFJROTC cadet, you must constantly strive to present a neat, clean and well
groomed appearance. You will comply with the following standards of appearance
while in uniform:
1. Males
 You will not wear or carry exposed on the uniform, articles such as
handkerchiefs, pencils and pens, watch chains, pins, jewelry, wallets,
combs, and sunglasses. You may wear conservative wristwatches,
identification bracelets, and no more than three rings. You may wear
conservative sunglasses, but not in military formations. Earrings are not to
be worn while in uniform.
 Your hair must be neat, clean, trimmed, and present a conservative wellgroomed appearance. You are authorized neatly trimmed block haircuts
for the back of the head as long as a tapered appearance is kept. However,
your hair will not touch the ears or the collar except the closely cut hair on
the back of the neck. Your hair in front must be groomed so that it does
not fall below the eyebrows and will not protrude below the band of
properly worn headgear. Hair must not exceed 1¼ inches in bulk,
regardless of length, and must not exceed ¼ inch in a natural termination
point. Braided hairstyles are not authorized. In no case will the bulk or
length of hair interfere with the proper wear of any Air Force headgear.
 Your sideburns must be neatly trimmed in the same manner as the hair,
must not extend beyond the bottom of the ear opening, must be straight
and even in width, and end with a clean shaven, horizontal line.
 Your face must be clean-shaven except that a mustache is permitted.
Mustaches must be neatly trimmed, must not extend downward beyond
the lip line of the upper lip and may not extend sideways beyond a vertical
line drawn upward from the corner of the mouth. When a physician
prescribes that a patient not shave, the beard must be kept trimmed
symmetrically and all beard hairs must be kept trimmed so they do not
protrude more than one quarter inch from the skin surface of the face.
 You will not wear wigs and hairpieces except for cosmetic reasons to
cover natural baldness or physical disfigurement. When worn, they will
conform with above instructions.
 You will keep your fingernails neat, clean and trimmed.
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2. Females
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You will wear appropriate undergarments to present a conservative,
feminine appearance. You will not wear, or carry, exposed on the
uniform, pencils, pens, handkerchiefs and jewelry, including ankle
bracelets. You may wear conservative wristwatches, identification
bracelets, pearl, silver, diamond, or gold stud earrings, and no more than
three rings. Only one earring is permitted to be worn in the lower ear
lobe of each ear and no more than two rings may be worn on one hand.
You may wear conservative sunglasses, except in military formations.
Your hair must be styled to permit proper wear of any military headgear.
You do not have to cut your hair. However, hair can not be worn in any
style that extends below an invisible line drawn parallel to the ground at
the bottom edge of the shirt collar, regardless of length. Hair pins and
bands must match hair color. Long hair will be secured with no loose
ends. You may not wear ornaments such as ribbons, beads, jeweled pins,
or hair scrunchy. Exaggerated or faddish styles (no less than 1 inch or
more than 3 inches in bulk) or extreme heights are prohibited. Hair may
be visible in front of the women’s flight cap. If you wear a hairpiece, it
must conform to the same regulations governing natural hairstyles.
Your cosmetics must be conservative and in good taste. Shades of
lipstick and nail polish may not distinctly contrast with your
complexion; for example, you may not wear purple, gold, blue, black,
bright (fire-engine) red, and fluorescent colors. Hose must be in a shade
that compliments the uniform (skin tone or off-black).
Your fingernails must be kept neat and clean and nail polish, if worn,
must be in good taste and of a conservative color without ornamentation.
Nails may not exceed ¼ inch. French manicures are authorized.
P. First-year cadets are no longer exempt from the Air Force blue uniform wear
requirements.
1. First-year cadets will be issued the Air Force blue uniform and need to
fully comply with uniform wear requirements.
2. A first-year cadet will be issued the Air Force blue uniform only when he/she
passes a written test (see test schedule in paragraph S); meets grooming
standards (haircuts, shaves, jewelry wear, etc.) and passes a “heads-up”
inspection AND has demonstrated understanding of the AFJROTC Honor
Code and Code of Ethics.
3. First-year cadets without a blue uniform will participate in weekly uniform
inspections and be expected to meet Air Force grooming standards (haircuts,
shaves, jewelry wear, etc).
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4. Only those cadets who meet grooming standards will be allowed to
participate in public performances (i.e., Apple Butter Festival Parade) and
field trips.
Q. All first-year cadets will be issued Physical Training gear for wear on Fridays.
The PT uniform will consist of t-shirt and shorts (issued once to all new
cadets); sweatpants and sweatshirt (issued 2nd and 3rd quarter only). The PT uniform
does not have to be returned, but take care of it! It can only be issued to you once!
R. Your uniform and equipment items are loaned to you and remain the property of the
United States Air Force. You must be able to account for all items at all times. If
you lose or willfully destroy a uniform or equipment item, you will be required to pay
for it at the cost in effect when the account is scheduled to be cleared. Grades may
not be released and the AFJROTC Certificate of Training or Certificate of
Completion will not be awarded until all uniform and equipment items have been
turned in or paid for.
S. Uniform test schedule (first year cadets). The uniform test taken by first year cadets
will consist of Air Force JROTC organization, rank, grooming standards, and uniform
wear. This information may be found in this Cadet Guide and Leadership Education I,
Chapters 1, 2 and 3. The test will be given twice during the 1st quarter and three times
during the 2nd and 3rd quarters as noted below. Uniform issue will begin the following
Wednesday during Study Hall/Cadet Jobs, provided cadet passes and has met other
requirements as noted in paragraph P2 on previous page:
1ST QUARTER:
1st test: Week 6
2nd test: Given in addition to final exam
2ND AND 3RD QUARTERS:
1st test: Mid-term
2nd test: Week 6
3rd test: Given in addition to final exam
4TH QUARTER:
NO UNIFORM TEST WILL BE GIVEN. Uniforms will NOT be issued during
4th quarter except at ASI/SASI request.
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CHAPTER 4
AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
The Cadet Awards and Decorations Program fosters morale, esprit de corps, and recognizes
achievements of AFJROTC cadets.
All devices will be worn in accordance with this instruction and AFJROTC Uniform and Awards
Guide.
The order of precedence (order of importance) is displayed on AFJROTC VA 36-4 and listed in
the AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide. A copy of this instruction is available in the
classroom.
Uniform items, accouterments, devices or awards not specifically mentioned in AFJROTC
guidance are not authorized to be worn on the AFJROTC uniform. Each item must be placed in
correct order and location on the uniform. See the back cover “Ribbon Chart” of this guide and
AFJROTC Guide, Chapter 6 “Uniform and Awards” for more information.
4-1. OUTSTANDING FLIGHT AWARD
Recognizes the flight that works as a team to excel in AFJROTC academics, uniform
wear and personal appearance, attendance and behavior. Other criteria may be added by
the SASI, such as community service and drill competition. The overall academics,
uniform wear, and personal appearance score will be the average for all flight members.
Points will be deducted from the flight’s score for suspensions, tardies and absences. The
drill sequence for the drill competition will be given to each flight commander early in
the semester and practice times will be set aside during the semester. The SASI and ASI
will select the outstanding flight at the end of each semester. Each member of the flight
will receive the Outstanding Flight ribbon.
4-2. AFJROTC VALOR AWARDS
1. Gold Valor Award—presented for voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal
bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life above and beyond the call of
duty. (#1 on chart)
2. Silver Valor Award—presented for a voluntary act of heroism which does not meet
the risk-of-life requirements of the Gold Valor Award. (#2 on chart)
4-3. AFJROTC CADET HUMANITARIAN AWARD—recognizes humanitarian effort
and/or performance involving actions above and beyond the call of duty. (#3 on chart)
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4-4. COMMUNITY SERVICE WITH EXCELLENCE AWARD—recognizes those
individual cadets who provide significant leadership in the planning, organizing, directing,
and executing of a major unit community service project that greatly benefits the local
community. This is not an award given to participants but to the key leader(s) of the
project. (#4 on chart)
4-5. NATIONAL ORGANIZATION-SPONSORED AWARDS
The AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide contains a list of the requirements for the awards
sponsored by national organizations. To be eligible, a cadet must meet all requirements of
that particular award. A copy of the AFJROTC Uniform and Awards Guide is maintained on
the bookshelf in the classroom. (The awards listed below are numbered to correspond to the
Ribbon Chart.)
The National Awards are:
5. Air Force Association (AFA) Award
6. Daedalian Award
7. American Legion Scholastic Award
8. American Legion General Military Excellence Award
9. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award
10. American Veterans (AMVETS) Award
11. Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Award
12. The Military Order of World Wars (MOWW) Award
13. The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Award
14. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award
15. National Sojourners Award
16. Sons of the American Revolution Award
17. Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award
18. Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) Award
19. Air Force Sergeants Association Award
20. Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Award
21. Sons of Confederate Hunley Award
22. Tuskegee Airman AFJROTC Award
23. The Retired Enlisted Association Award
24. Celebrate Freedom Foundation
25. National Society United States Daughters of 1812
26. Air Commando Association
27. (Non Funded National Award)
4-6. AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC SPONSORED AWARDS
The AFJROTC Guide dated March 2012 also explains each of the following awards and
the criteria to be eligible for receiving them. See the ribbon chart on the back cover for
identification and proper placement of these awards. (Ribbons are listed below as they
appear on the Ribbon Chart.)
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28. Distinguished Unit Award
29. Outstanding Organization Award
30. Outstanding Flight Ribbon
31. Top Performer Award
32. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon
33. Leadership Ribbon
34. Achievement Ribbon
35. Superior Performance Ribbon
36. Academic Ribbon
37. Leadership School Ribbon (not awarded at IN-20051)
38. Special Teams Competition (not awarded at IN-20051)
39. Orienteering Ribbon (not awarded at IN-20051)
40. Cocurricular Activities Leadership Ribbon
41. Drill Team Ribbon (not awarded at IN-20051)
42. Color Guard Ribbon
43. Sabre Team Ribbon (not awarded at IN-20051)
44. Marksmanship Ribbon (not awarded at IN-20051)
45. Good Conduct Ribbon
46. Service Ribbon
47. Health and Wellness
48. Recruiting Ribbon
49. Activities Ribbon
50. Attendance Ribbon
51. Dress and Appearance Ribbon
52. Longevity Ribbon
The order of precedence (order of importance) is displayed on the back page. The highest award
is the Air Force JROTC Valor Award (Gold), followed by the Air Force JROTC Valor Award
(Silver). The AFJROTC ribbon with the lowest importance is the Longevity Ribbon.
The remaining five ribbons on the chart are Civil Air Patrol awards. They may only be worn by
AFJROTC cadets who have earned these CAP ribbons while members of Civil Air Patrol.
Idea: Circle the awards you have received or list them here for reference. You may also wish to keep track
of those awards such as Attendance, Longevity, Academic, Dress and Appearance, etc. that you feel you
are currently eligible for and list them here.
Awards I have earned:
Awards I am working on:
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4-7. SPECIAL UNIT AWARDS
The following awards will be discussed and the criteria explained during classroom
instruction (Feel free to take notes here.):

Recruiting Ribbon

Activities Ribbon

Outstanding Flight

Local VFW Awards

Outstanding Cadet Trophy

Cadet of the Week
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CHAPTER 5
UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT
IN-20051 Cadet Group
FUNCTION
POSITION TITLE
MAX GRADE
COMMAND
CORPS COMMANDER
C/LT COL
DEPUTY COMMANDER/IG
C/MAJ
COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT C/CMSGT
SPECIAL PROJECTS/PROTOCOL OFFICER C/1LT
COMPTROLLER
C/1LT
KITTY HAWK/CC
C/1LT
# AUTHORIZED
1
1
1
1
1
1
OPERATIONS
SQUADRON COMMANDER
DEPUTY COMMANDER
FLIGHT COMMANDER
RESERVE FLIGHT COMMANDER
FLIGHT SERGEANT
PROMOTION/AWARDS & DECS NCO
CHIEF, ACADEMIC REMEDIATION NCO
FLIGHT SAFETY NCOIC
SERGEANT AT ARMS
CADET HEALTH/WELLNESS DIRECTOR
FLIGHT HEALTH/WELLNESS NCO
C/CAPT
C/1LT
C/1LT
C/1LT
C/MSGT
C/MSGT
C/MSGT
C/SSGT
C/SSGT
C/MSGT
C/SSGT
1
1
4
1
4
1
1
4
4
1
4**
SPECIAL TEAMS
SPECIAL TEAMS COMMANDER
DEPUTY COMMANDER
COLOR GUARD COMMANDER
C/CAPT
C/1LT
C/1LT
1
1
1
MISSION SUPPORT
SQUADRON COMMANDER
DEPUTY COMMANDER
CHIEF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
FLIGHT PUBLIC AFFAIRS REP.
CHIEF OF PERSONNEL/ADMIN.
FLIGHT PERSONNEL NCO
FLIGHT ADMIN NCO
C/CAPT
C/1LT
C/MSGT
C/TSGT
C/MSGT
C/TSGT
C/TSGT
1
1
1
4
1
4*
4*
LOGISTICS
SQUADRON COMMANDER
DEPUTY COMMANDER
FLIGHT SUPPLY NCO
SPECIAL TEAMS EQUIPMENT NCO
C/CAPT
C/1LT
C/TSGT
C/TSGT
1
1
4**
1
*Flight personnel and Flight Admin positions may be combined for smaller flights
**Two NCOs may be designated for a flight if class size exceeds 18 cadets.
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CHAPTER 6
IN-20051 CADET JOB DESCRIPTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
6-1. Cadet Group Commander:
a. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
b. Advise the SASI/ASI on corps operations policies and procedures
c. Recommend cadets for jobs, awards, and promotions
d. Provide Cadet Focus to SASI/ASI each Monday
e. Conduct weekly senior staff meeting on Tuesday
f. Develop cadet corps goals for the academic year
g. Attend all cadet extracurricular activities
6-2. Cadet Deputy Group Commander:
a. Command the group and accomplish commander responsibilities in his/her absence
b. Assist group commander as directed
c. As Inspector General, handle cadet suggestions and complaints
6-3. Cadet Command Chief Master Sergeant:
a. Act as liaison for community service projects
b. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
c. Attend group staff meetings and prepare meeting room
d. Assist group and deputy group commanders as needed
6-4. Cadet Operations Squadron Commander:
a. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
b. Attend group staff meeting on Tuesday
c. Conduct squadron staff meeting on Wednesday
d. Plan and coordinate activities within the squadron
e. Perform other duties as assigned by the Cadet Group Commander
f. Coordinates with Cadet Command Chief Master Sergeant to ensure flights are
performing community service
g. Ensure cadets are wearing the uniform on Uniform Day
h. Ensure cadets are receiving required academic assistance from AFJROTC mentors
i. Ensure E2C program has 100% participation and activities are standardized
j. Track flight competition for Outstanding Flight
6-5. Cadet Mission Support Squadron Commander:
a. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
b. Attend group staff meeting on Tuesday
c. Conduct squadron staff meeting on Wednesday
d. Plan and coordinate activities within the squadron
e. Perform other duties as assigned by the Cadet Group Commander
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f. Provide cadet promotion recommendations to Cadet Group Commander
g. Ensure “Cadet Gazette” is published every other month (Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar, May)
h. Coordinate articles for publication in local newspaper
6-6. Cadet Logistics Squadron Commander:
a. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
b. Attend group staff meeting on Tuesday
c. Issue and secure AFJROTC uniform items
d. Issue and secure AFJROTC books and work books
e. Keep uniform room clean and orderly
f. Ensure uniforms are documented in CIMS and all cadets have signed a hand
receipt for all uniform items issued to them
g. Perform other duties as assigned by the Cadet Group Commander
6-7. Cadet Special Teams Commander:
a. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
b. Attend group staff meeting on Tuesday
c. Attend all Color Guard meetings, Tuesday, 3:30 – 4:30 pm
d. Oversee Color Guard, Awareness Presentation Team and Rocketry Club activities
e. Plan and execute Veterans Day Program at OVHS
6-8. Special Projects Officer
a. Attend group staff meeting on Tuesday
b. Plan and execute unique AFJROTC functions to include Dining In, Military Ball,
and Awards Night
c. Assist SASI/ASI in planning for distinguished visitors and field trips
d. Assist SASI/ASI with AFJROTC web site
e. Support Cadet Group Commander as required
6-9. Cadet Financial Management Officer:
a. Conduct all financial operations within the cadet corps
b. Ensure all activities are budgeted for, fundraisers are planned, and all income is
accounted for
c. Responsible for the accurate accounting of all group-raised funds
6-10. Kitty Hawk Air Society Commander:
a. Determine requirements to activate the organization
b. Brief SASI/ASI on activation plans
c. Invite cadets to join; requirements include “B” average in AFJROTC courses, an
overall “B” average in all classes, and no failing grades
d. Determine service and patriotic activities
e. Plan and execute indoctrination ceremony and badge presentation
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6-11. Cadet Flight Commander/Flight Sergeant:
a. Establish and enforce appearance, discipline, academic, training, and conduct
standards
b. Appoint and manage element leaders
c. Plan and execute flight service project
d. Perform other duties as assigned by the Cadet Operations Squadron Commander
6-12. Cadet Personnel/Administrative Chief:
a. Responsible for the timely and accurate initiation of cadet records and for all
personnel actions
b. Initiate personnel records on all cadets to include information entered into the
computerized Cadet Information Management System (CIMS)
c. Maintain a complete and accurate cumulative record of cadet assignments,
promotions, awards
d. Initiate and maintain performance evaluation records on all cadets
e. Ensure items are posted in classroom as required.
f. Ensure deadlines are met
6-13. Cadet Flight Personnel NCO:
a. Responsible for the timely and accurate initiation of all personnel actions as directed
by Cadet Personnel/Administrative Chief
b. Maintain a complete and accurate cumulative record of cadet assignments,
promotions, awards
c. Input cadet information in CIMS database as required
d. Initiate and maintain performance evaluation records on all cadets within the flight
e. Ensure deadlines are met
6-14. Cadet Flight Administration NCO:
a. Responsible for the timely and accurate initiation of administrative records
b. Maintain administrative records as required by Chief of Personnel/Administration
c. Collect required flight paperwork at the beginning of each class
d. Assist SASI/ASI by distributing handouts as required
e. Ensure deadlines are met
6-15. Cadet Public Affairs Chief:
a. Report the activities of IN-20051 to the high school newspapers and local news media
b. Publish “Cadet Gazette” every other month (Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar, May).
c. Maintain the Corps scrapbook
d. Take pictures at Corps activities
e. Maintain and update bulletin boards in high school hallways
6-16. Cadet Public Affairs Flight NCO:
a. Provide flight articles and photos to Chief, Public Affairs
b. Assist with publishing “Cadet Gazette” every other month (Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar,
May).
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c. Help maintain the Corps scrapbook
d. Take pictures of flight during class, field trips, wellness, etc.
e. Maintain and update bulletin boards in high school hallways as required by Cadet
Chief, Public Affairs
6-17. Cadet Health and Wellness (E2C) Director:
a. Plan activities for every Wellness Day on the academic schedule; provide complete
plan to SASI/ASI by 31 August.
b. Train Flight E2C NCO’s and ensure standardization between flights
c. Coordinate with Personnel Officer to ensure required paperwork is complete and
information is input in the system correctly
d. Plan and execute Field Day activities in May.
6-18. Cadet Health and Wellness (E2C) Flight NCO:
a. Lead the flight during Wellness Day activities
b. Know the proper way to do each exercise
c. Execute Wellness Day activities planned by the E2C Director
d. Monitor activities to ensure cadets perform exercises correctly
e. Document flight performance and input into computer database
f. Assist E2C Director as required
6-19. Cadet Color Guard Commander:
a. Conduct weekly Color Guard practice every Tuesday, 3:30 – 4:30 pm.
b. Train cadets to perform a variety of duties to ensure flexibility
c. Plan, organize, and direct practices
d. Train Supply NCO to maintain uniforms and gear
6-20. Rocketry Club President
a. Conduct monthly Rocketry Club meetings during Club Days
b. Plan and execute Rocketry activities
c. Attend all monthly meetings
d. Determine requirements for award of Rocketry Badge
e. Provide SASI/ASI with list of cadets who have earned the Rocketry Badge no later
than May 5th
6-21. Orienteering Club President
a. Conduct monthly Orienteering Club meetings, Thursday, 3:30—5 p.m.
b. Plan and execute Orienteering activities
c. Attend all monthly meetings
d. Gather information and coordinate with ASI for orienteering competitions, if entered.
d. Determine requirements for Orienteering Competition Ribbon (if applicable)
e. In May, provide SASI/ASI with list of cadets who have earned awards.
6-22. Awareness Presentation Team Leader
a. Train team to brief elementary and middle school students about drug and alcohol
abuse, staying in school, and AFJROTC
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b. Maintain briefing materials and tri-fold
c. Plan visit schedule
d. Provide SASI/ASI with after-action report for each visit
6-23. Promotions, Awards & Decorations Chief:
a. Understand requirements for cadet promotion
b. Create written promotion test for enlisted cadets and officer cadets
c. Provide Mission Support Squadron Commander with list of potential promotees
d. Print award certificates for presentation.
e. Print and post all copies of award orders in Decorations and Awards binder
f. Provide Mission Support Squadron Commander with list of quarterly award winners
e. Maintain database to ensure cadet rank and awards are accurate
6-24. Academic Remediation Chief:
a. Determine study plan for AFJROTC tests
b. Identify flight members to act as AFJROTC mentors
c. Ensure SASI/ASI –identified cadets receive assistance during study hall
d. Determine cadets who can act as mentors for other classes (Math, English, etc)
6-25. Sergeant-At-Arms:
a. Call the room to attention when instructors or adult visitors enter/leave the room
b. Assist Flight Commander and Flight Sergeant in maintaining discipline
c. Ensure classroom is clean and in good order at the end of class
d. Responsible for releasing flight by element at the end of class
6-26. Cadet Safety NCO:
a. Ensure classroom and outdoor locations are free of hazards
b. Brief flight each month on relevant safety issues
c. Provide a consolidated safety article for the Cadet Gazette (Sep, Nov, Jan, Mar, May)
6-27. Reserve Flight Commander
a. Maintain contact with Operations Squadron Commander for Cadet Corps activities
and uniform requirements.
b. Attend Operations Squadron staff meetings and brief on concerns of Reserve Flight.
c. Maintain Uniform Inspection Sheets to ensure Reserve Flight members are wearing
uniform properly. (Reserve Cadets may not participate in corps activities if not actively
participating in uniform wear).
d. Assist in uniform inspection of Reserve Flight members before school on uniform
days. Report findings of improper wear of uniform, improper conduct of Reserve Flight
members to ASI/SASI.
e. Keep each member of the Reserve Flight informed of policies, activities and other
information through use of written or verbal communication and/or meetings.
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CHAPTER 7
IN-20051 PROMOTION POLICY
7-1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Promotions indicate not only a cadet’s performance but also his/her potential for
increased responsibility. The surest path to promotion is to do your job to the best of
your ability, volunteer for additional duties, work hard for the cadet corps, and
demonstrate consistent, intelligent leadership and personal discipline.
7-2. RANKS
The promotion system consists of permanent, and temporary ranks. Permanent Rank is
established in accordance with AFROTCI 36-2001 and is based on longevity and performance
in the JROTC program. Temporary Rank is based on the level of responsibility and cadet job
as assigned by the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI).
7-3. PERMANENT PROMOTIONS (ENLISTED)
FIRST YEAR CADETS
Upon successful completion of the:
First Quarter, promotion to Cadet Airman.
First Semester, promotion to Cadet Airman First Class.
Second Semester, promotion to Cadet Senior Airman
(End of First Year)
SECOND YEAR CADETS
Upon successful completion of the:
Third Semester, promotion to Cadet Staff Sergeant.
Fourth Semester, promotion to Cadet Technical Sergeant.
(End of Second Year)
THIRD YEAR CADETS
Upon successful completion of the:
Fifth Semester, promotion to Cadet Master Sergeant.
Sixth Semester, promotion Cadet Senior Master Sergeant.
(End of Third Year)
FOURTH YEAR CADETS
Upon successful completion of the:
Seventh Semester, promotion to Cadet Chief Master Sergeant.
*Successful completion is defined as maintaining a “C” or better in his/her AFJROTC class,
performing at least 5 hours of documented community service, no adverse actions involving
school or civil authorities, and adherence to AFJROTC principles and the Code of Ethics. For
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the first promotion only, the requirements are a “passing” grade in his/her AFJROTC class and
no adverse actions. Promotion to Senior NCO rank (Top 3)/Officer requires 10 hours of
community service.
OFFICER APPOINTMENTS
Cadets are appointed to officer rank based on past overall performance and vacancies within the
corps. In filling vacancies, primary consideration will be given to those cadets we feel can and
will fulfill the requirements of that position.
Following are the cadet officer positions, with authorized rank:
SENIOR STAFF
Group Commander - C/Lieutenant Colonel
Deputy Group Commander - C/Major
Special Projects Officer – C/First Lieutenant
Command Chief Master Sergeant – C/Chief Master Sergeant
Squadron Commander – C/Captain
Special Teams Commander – C/Captain
Flight Commander – C/First Lieutenant
Reserve Flight Commander—C/First Lieutenant
Flight Sergeant – C/Staff Sergeant
OTHER LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
Personnel/Administrative Officer – C/Second Lieutenant
Public Affairs Officer – C/First Lieutenant
Finance Officer – C/Second Lieutenant
Color Guard Commander – C/Second Lieutenant
Wellness Officer – C/Second Lieutenant
*Cadets serving in officer positions can and will be removed by the Senior Aerospace Science
Instructor for nonperformance in the classroom and/or failure to meet the responsibilities of the
position held. If removed from an officer position, your rank will revert to that which you are
authorized by your years in AFJROTC. After you have held an officer position for 2 successive
semesters, you may continue to wear that rank for as long as you remain in the corps and
continue to meet standards. Promotion to subsequent officer rank requires maintaining a “C” or
better in his/her AFJROTC class, performing at least 10 hours of documented community
service, no adverse actions involving school or civil authorities, and adherence to AFJROTC
principles and the Code of Ethics.
7-4. ON-SPOT PROMOTIONS
The SASI may promote deserving cadets to a higher rank at any time based on
academic performance, demonstration of exceptional leadership skills, and exemplary
conduct as a cadet.
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7-5. RANK AUTHORIZATIONS
The Unit Manning Document lists the number of leadership positions authorized. To
give as many cadets as possible the opportunity to perform in a leadership role, a
rotating system or rotation may be employed. Normal rotation to lateral or lower
positions is NOT considered a demotion. The Cadet Corps Commander, Deputy
Commanders, and Squadron Commanders, as well as key staff and subordinate
commanders, will normally serve one term; however, cadets assigned project
responsibilities that last more than one term may be retained in their position, at the
discretion of the SASI.
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CHAPTER 8
MISCELLANEOUS TIPS
8-1. BASIC UNIFORM TIPS
Since you are reading this it is safe to assume you have agreed to wear the
uniform on inspection days (normally Thursdays) all day, and on special
occasions. It is your responsibility to maintain your uniform in a CLEAN
condition and to properly display all devices (such as name tag, rank,
ribbons, and patches). The following guidelines are provided to help you.
1. The dark blue items of the uniform must be dry cleaned. You may use
drycleaning sheets or take the uniform to a business that does drycleaning. When
ironing the dark blue items, use a pressing cloth between the iron and the uniform
item to prevent shiny creases/spots.
2. Light blue items such as the shirt, may be washed. The shirt can be washed with
like colors on the gentle cycle. DO NOT use bleach! Shirts need to be ironed.
Creases down the middle of the sleeve are authorized and will make the shirt look
much sharper! If you aren’t sure of the proper way to iron your uniform, ASK!!
Improper cleaning and ironing of the uniform can damage it and you will have to
pay to replace it!
3. Device Placement: See Attachments 1 through 5 and back cover for proper
placement of devices.
4. Cords are worn by cadets to show membership on a special team, outstanding
achievements or to signify certain cadet jobs and responsibilities. Only one cord
at a time may be worn; it is worn on the left shoulder.
The colors of the cords represent various organizations or awards:
a. Yellow—Cadet Corps Commander
b. Royal Blue—Deputy Corps Commander
c. Green—Command Chief Master Sergeant
d. Red—Kitty Hawk Air Society Commander
e. Grey—Squadron Commander
f. Teal Blue—Flight Commander
g. White—Special Team member
h. Blue and Gold—Special Assistant to SASI
i. Silver—Cadet Student of the Week
5. Shoes—should always be kept clean and polished. Scuff marks, dull
shoes, or dirty shoes do not reflect a positive image. A general guide
of materials and how to shine shoes is provided for your use: DO NOT
USE KIWI WAX POLISH IN CLASS! (You may only use buffing sponge in
classroom)
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a. Materials: KIWI (or similar) black shoe polish
Horse-hair shoe brush
Clean linen towel or rag
Water
Cotton balls
Sole/edge dressing
b. How to shine your shoes:
1. Use the brush to clean dust and dirt from shoes.
2. Apply light coat of polish in a circular motion using
cotton ball.
3. Lightly brush shoes free of any excess polish.
4. Apply a little water to a cotton ball, and again use
circular motions to shine the shoes.
5. Use the clean towel/rag to buff the shoes. The towel
should not become black—if it does, too much
polish was used.
6. Finish the shoes with sole/edge dressing—if the
dressing gets on the leather wipe away or it will ruin
the shine of the leather.
8-2. CLASS RULES
You are expected to know these rules and follow them.
1. No chewing of gum, at any time while in the classroom or on
the drill pad.
2. No food or drinks in the classroom unless permission given by
SASI/ASI.
3. No items except writing materials, notebook, or instructional
material should be on the desks during instruction. All other
items should be under the desk.
4. Confiscated items will be returned at the discretion of the
SASI/ASI.
5. There will be no slouching, talking, sleeping, or heads on
desktop during instruction, or while addressed by the
SASI/ASI/or supervising cadet.
6. No cadet will enter the supply room or the instructors’ office
without requesting permission to enter.
7. Only cadets on the “access” list may enter the cadet office
freely.
8. The JROTC room must be kept neat and clean at all times.
Scraps of paper or other trash on the floor should be picked up
and put in the wastebasket. The cadet office must also be kept
clean as well, and unnecessary items removed.
9. Male cadets will not wear earrings while participating in
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AFJROTC uniform (to include PT uniform).
10. Females will meet grooming standards when wearing the PT uniform.
(Exception: Hair may be in ponytail but can not hang loose for safety reasons.)
8-3. IN-RANKS RULES
At any time while in ranks:
1. There will be no talking among cadets unless told otherwise
by the instructor or cadet in charge.
2. There will be no insubordination or horseplay.
3. Cadets who are unable to drill or participate in Wellness
Training must report to the SASI/ASI with their doctor’s
excuse or note from parent/guardian.
4. Headgear must be worn when outdoors and military protocol followed
at all times.
8-4. CONSEQUENCES/DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
The following consequences will result for failure to follow the above instructions:
1. Standing at Attention in the Back of the Room (Tardy)
2. Loss of rank
3. Loss of position
4. Action taken by SASI or ASI (Points taken off grade)
5. Removal from AFJROTC program by SASI
Only the SASI/ASI may enforce all of the above consequences!
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ATTACHMENT 1--UNIFORM INSPECTION SHEET
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ATTACHMENT 2—CADET BADGES
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ATTACHMENT 3—CADET RANK
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ATTACHMENT 4—PROPER WEAR OF THE UNIFORM
* Enlisted Ranks will have no
hat insignia on the flight cap
Note 1
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* Enlisted Ranks will have no
hat insignia on the flight cap
Note 1
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Note 1
Note 4
Note 5
Note 2
Note 6
Note 3
Note 2
Note 7
Note 4
Note 1
LIGHTWEIGHT BLUE JACKET
COLLAR INSIGNIA
Outer edge
Note 8
Outer edge
Inner edge
Inner edge
1. (Officers only) When placing rank on epaulet instead of collar, use standard size metal rank, center on epaulet 5/8 in from
shoulder seam.
2. Shoulder tabs are centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1” below shoulder seam.
3. Unit patch on right sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.
4. Grade insignia (officer and enlisted) is worn on both left and right collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia.
5. 1.
Optional
item: worn
centeron
vertically
between
thecentered.
shoulder seam and where the underarm side seam joins the armhole sleeve
Unit patch
right pocket
and
and center horizontally between the center zipper and the sleeve armhole seam.
2. Tapes grounded and centered on pockets.
6. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.
Grade
or the
enlisted)
worn on both left and right collars, centered on collar and parallel
7. 3.
Jacket
willinsignia
be closed(officer
to at least
halfwayispoint.
with bottom of collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia.
4. AFJROTC patch worn on left pocket and centered.
8. Center insignia horizontally on collar. Place 1 inch from bottom of collar and parallel to the outer edge of the collar.
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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 12
Note 2
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 9
Note 7
Note 10
Note 5
Note 11
Note 4
Note 3
Note 12
Note 2
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 10
Note 11
Note 3
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.
ATTACHMENT 5
CHAIN OF COMMAND
PRESIDENT/COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF
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SECRETARY OF DEFENSE
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SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE
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CHAIRMAN, JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF _________________________________
AIR FORCE CHIEF OF STAFF
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AETC COMMANDER
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AIR UNIVERSITY COMMANDER
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HOLM CENTER COMMANDER
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AFJROTC DIRECTOR
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SR. AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTR.
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AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTR.
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IN-20051 CHAIN OF COMMAND
CADET CORPS COMMANDER
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CADET CORPS DEPUTY COMMANDER _________________________________
CADET OPERATIONS SQ COMMANDER________________________________
CADET LOGISTICS SQ COMMANDER _________________________________
CADET SUPPORT SQ COMMANDER
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CADET SPECIAL TEAMS COMMANDER________________________________
CADET RESERVE SQ COMMANDER
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(YOUR) FLIGHT COMMANDER
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(YOUR) FLIGHT SERGEANT
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OTHER
CORPS COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SGT________________________________
(YOUR) POSITION
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Cadet Honor Code:
A Cadet Will Not Lie,
Cheat, or Steal,
Nor Tolerate Among Them,
Anyone Who Does
Air Force Junior ROTC Mission:
To develop citizens of character dedicated
to serving their nation and community
Air Force Core Values:
Integrity First
Service Before Self
Excellence In All We Do
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The Cadet Creed
I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet
I am connected and faithful
to every Corps of Cadets who serve 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.
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