PROGRAM DESCRIPTION AND
PURPOSE
Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) is a high school
program develops citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.
This Cadet guide describes the FL-20082 Air Force JROTC Program at Space
Coast High School. It provides the policies and procedures for conduct. It establishes the
Cadet Group’s guidance and procedures for establishing and administering all activities
normally associated with program objectives. It refers to Air Force and Air Force ROTC
Instructions that apply to the FL-20082 AFJROTC Cadet Corps.
AFJROTC MISSION STATEMENT
DEVELOP CITIZENS OF CHARACTER DEDICATED
TO SERVING THEIR NATION AND COMMUNITY
AFJROTC MOTTO
BUILDING BETTER CITIZENS FOR AMERICA
CADET HONOR CODE:
I WILL NOT LIE, CHEAT OR STEAL, NOR WILL I TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO.
OUR CORE VALUES:
Core values are the foundation upon which a truly quality Air Force Junior ROTC
Program is built. Core values are a fundamental set of guidelines that can serve you
throughout your life. These are:
- INTEGRITY FIRST Integrity means devotion to honesty, truthfulness, doing one’s duty, and doing what is
right. This means your word can always be counted upon and you can be trusted to
accomplish your job.
- SERVICE BEFORE SELF Service is giving of yourself to provide for the welfare of others. Personal desires are not
considered in the concept of service.
- EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO Excellence means doing the very best you can in each job you perform regardless of how
large, small, difficult, or easy it is to accomplish.
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CHAPTER 1
OBJECTIVES
1-1:
Overview
The Aerospace Science course introduces the historical, scientific, and technical
aspects of aerospace. Leadership Education provides experiences to develop discipline,
responsibility, communication skills, and citizenship. Leadership includes wearing the
Air Force uniform, proper use of Air Force customs and courtesies, participating in drill
and ceremonies, giving and receiving instructions, and acting as leaders and outstanding
members of FL-20082 AFJROTC.
Students do not incur any service obligation by participating in the program.
Students who satisfactorily complete two years of the program and receive a "Certificate
of Training" may, upon request, have one semester of college level Air Force ROTC
(AFJROTC) General Military Course (GMC) credited.
Students who successfully complete two academic years of AFJROTC are entitled
to advanced promotion of no less than E-2 on initial enlistment in an Active or a Reserve
component of a Military Service. At their discretion, the Military Departments may
award the grade of E-3 for successful completion of three academic years of AFJROTC.
The U. S. Air Force awards E-3 to those cadets who complete three years of AFJROTC
and are High School Graduates.
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AFJROTC Objectives
The AFJROTC mission has been designed to help students develop:
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Appreciation of the basic elements of and requirements for national security.
Respect for and understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic
society.
Habits of orderliness and precision.
Degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and leadership.
knowledge of and appreciation for the traditions of the Air Force.
knowledge of career opportunities in the Air Force and aerospace community.
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Instructional Objectives
To promote pride in our nation and its honorable traditions and an understanding of
the requirements and obligations of good citizenship.
To encourage respect for, and obedience to, proper authority, as well as an
understanding and acceptance of military customs and courtesies.
To offer an environment for experience and growth on the attitudes, disciplines and
techniques of effective leadership.
To supply an understanding of the United States organization for national defense
including history and structure of military and civil aerospace technology.
Introduces students to the world’s cultures through the study of world affairs, regional
studies, and cultural awareness.
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To promote good personal appearance including neat military grooming,
cleanliness and proper wear of the military uniform.
To promote the qualities of honorable behavior, high ideals and personal
responsibility for one's actions.
Encourage academic success and the pursuit of post secondary education
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Disenrollment
Disenrollment from AFJROTC is recommended by the SASI and is approved by
the principal. Disenrollment will be used as a last resort. A cadet may be disenrolled for
the following reasons: failure to maintain uniform standards (including uniform wear and
grooming); inaptitude or indifference to training; disciplinary reasons; failure to remain
enrolled in school.
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Kitty Hawk Air Society
Kitty Hawk Air Society (KHAS) is an honor society exclusively for AFJROTC
cadets regardless of year, experience, or rank with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Cadet
members must be active in the corps, school, and community, and be of good moral
standing. Membership is on a strictly volunteer basis. The purpose of the KHAS is to
improve fellow cadets’ grade point average through peer tutoring, to promote esprit de
corps, and to improve the school and community through service projects that promote
cadet leadership and unit teamwork. All members are issued a Kitty Hawk Air Society
badge that will be worn on the uniform and are required to tutor another cadet that is a
non-KHAS member, for a minimum of four hours a month. The KHAS member will be
assigned a cadet to be tutored and it will be up to the cadet to arrange and keep track of
the hours tutored. The commander will counsel cadets with issues of failing grades
during the beginning of each quarter. Besides tutoring, KHAS is a service organization
that will participate in projects for the corps, school, or community. There will be some
joint projects with the National Honor Society.
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Rocket/Drone Club
The Rocket/Drone Club is formed during each semester of the year. Cadets build
model rockets and hold various positions during launches. Additionally, cadets learn
how to safely fly a drone. Upon successful completion of five launches and recoveries,
the cadet is awarded a Rocket Badge, which is worn on the uniform. Most activities are
held after school.
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The Awareness Presentation Team
The purpose of the Awareness Presentation Team is to develop and promote
awareness that points out the crippling effects of substance abuse and bullying. The
Awareness Presentation Team (APT) was created in 1990 in support of former President
George Bush's initiatives to keep students in school and off drugs. Headquarters
AFJROTC added it to the program curriculum the same year. APT will consist of three to
six cadets who will engage in dialogue with seventh grade or younger students. The aim
of the program is to:
 present another group with positive goals to be identified with.
 promote awareness of impediments to personal growth.
 present information with a young adult orientation to a young audience.
 present positive role model images.
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AFJROTC Classroom Procedures
1. Preparing the flight for classroom instruction:
 The flight sergeant will call the Flight to attention. All cadets will face the
American flag and render the Pledge of Allegiance. The flight sergeant will take
the report at the appropriate class time and report to the flight commander. All
absentees and tardies will be reported. The flight commander will report to the
instructor any absentees and tardies.
 Absentees and tardies will be documented by the instructor as required by school
policies.
 No person will be reported as present unless they are in the classroom.
 When it is time to change classes, the flight commander will call the flight to
attention. Upon receiving permission, the flight commander dismisses the flight.
The flight will remain at attention until dismissed.
2. All classes will be conducted in a military manner. The following are a few of the
rules of conduct that will apply daily while in the classroom:
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Speak only when called upon.
Answer Sir or Ma’am to all in authority positions.
Be prepared (writing instruments, notebooks, etc.) and on time. 6P’s-- Punctual,
Paper, Pencil, Protocol, Prepared and Positive to learn)
Be considerate and courteous to others.
CHAPTER 2
STANDARD CADET INFORMATION
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Cadet Honor Code:
“I WILL NOT LIE, CHEAT OR STEAL, NOR WILL I TOLERATE
THOSE WHO DO.”
These simple words provide the basis for a personal code of honesty that will
sustain you for the rest of your life. The Honor Code is specific and clear in what it
demands. We should all know right from wrong and choose right. A cadet is expected to
have complete integrity and honesty in both word and action. A cadet avoids evasive or
misleading statements. Each cadet does his/her own work on anything that is to be
graded. The Honor Code belongs to the cadets.
Maintaining high standards of trustworthiness is the responsibility of each cadet.
This requires self-control and conscious effort at all times. The purpose of the code goes
beyond the part of one's life that involves AFJROTC training. It should become a
personal ethical code and a way of life.
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Standards of Conduct:
Individuals become good leaders by exhibiting qualities of intelligence, good
judgment, decisiveness and initiative. They inspire others to follow them by setting
examples of confidence and maturity. In order to realize their highest potential, cadets
must maintain high standards of self-discipline, high ideals, good manners, social grace,
appropriate dress (in or out of uniform), and good grooming.
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AFJROTC Ranks
Officer Ranks:
Cadet Second
Lieutenant
C/2Lt
Cadet First
Lieutenant
C/1Lt
Cadet Captain
Cadet Major
Cadet Lieutenant
Colonel
C/Lt Col
Cadet Colonel
C/Maj
Enlisted Ranks:
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C/Capt
C/Col
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Cadet Airman
Basic
C/AB
Cadet Airman
C/Amn
Cadet Airman
First Class
C/A1C
Cadet Senior
Airman
C/SrA
Cadet Staff
Sergeant
C/SSgt
Cadet Technical
Sergeant
C/TSgt
Cadet Master
Sergeant
C/MSgt
Cadet Senior
Master Sergeant
C/SMSgt
Cadet Chief
Master Sergeant
C/CMSgt
Active Duty Ranks
Officer Ranks:
2LT – Second
Lieutenant
1LT – Second
Lieutenant
Lt Col – Lieutenant
Colonel (Silver)
Col - Colonel
Lt Gen – Lieutenant General
Capt - Captain
Maj – Major (Gold)
Brig Gen –
Brigadier General
Maj Gen – Major
General
Gen - General
Enlisted Ranks:
[No rank]
AB – Airman Basic
Amn – Airman
A1C – Airman First
Class
SSgt – Staff
Sergeant
TSgt – Tech
Sergeant
MSgt – Master
Sergeant
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SMSgt – Senior
Master Sergeant
CMSAF – Chief Master Sergeant of the Air
Force
CMSgt – Chief Master Sergeant
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SrA – Senior
Airman
Drill Terminology
Element: The basic formation - the smallest drill unit comprised of at least 3 but
usually 8 to 12 cadets, one of whom is designated as the element leader
Flight: At least two but not more than four elements
Interval: The space between cadets placed side by side - a normal interval is an arm’s
length
Distance: The space between cadets (40 inches) as measured from their chests to the
backs of the cadet to their immediate front while in formation
Dress: Alignment of elements side by side or in line while maintaining proper
interval
Cover: Cadets aligning directly behind the person to their immediate front while
maintaining proper distance
Alignment: Dress and cover
File: A single column of cadets place one behind the other
Rank: A single line of cadets placed side by side
Flank: The extreme right or left (that of the troops) side of a formation
Step: The distance measured from heel to heel (24 inches) between the feet of an
individual marching
Pace: A 24 inch step - this is the length of a full step in quick time
In Column: The arrangement of units side by side with element leaders at the head
In Line: The arrangement of units one behind the other with the element leaders at
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the extreme right flank
Quick Time: The rate of marching 100 to 120 steps, 24 inches in length, per minute
Half Time: The rate of marching 100 to 120 steps,12 inches in length, per minute
Mark Time: Marching in place at 100 to 120 steps per minute, raising feet 4 inches
Slow Time: The rate of marching at 60 steps per minute (used in funeral ceremonies)
Double Time: The rate of marching 180 steps, 30 inches in length, per minute
Adjutant’s Cadence: 140 steps per minute
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When giving commands, the leader is always at the position of attention
While marching, the leader must be in step with the formation at all times
The leader faces the cadets when giving commands
The command used to revoke a command is ( ”As You Were” )
If a command is given improperly, the cadets execute the movement to the best of
their ability
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Saluting Privileges
The junior member initiates the salute in time to allow the senior officer to return it
A superior carrying articles in both hands need not return the salute but should nod or
verbally acknowledge
Salutes are not rendered indoors, with the exception of formal reporting
Cadets will not salute or return a salute in formation unless given the command to do
so - the cadet in charge salutes for the whole formation
In groups not in formation, the first cadet that notices a senior officer approaching
calls the group to attention, and all cadets face the officer and salute
At public gatherings such as sporting events, meetings, or when a salute would be
inappropriate or impractical, salutes between cadets/officers need not be rendered
Cadet workers in detail do not salute - the person in charge salutes for the entire
group
The salute must be rendered to officers moving in marked military vehicles
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Characteristics of a Drilling Command Voice
Loudness: The volume used in giving commands
Projection: The ability of your voice to reach whatever distance is desired without
undue strain
Distinctness: Clear enunciation
Inflection: Change in pitch of the voice
Snap: Extra voice quality that demands immediate response - expresses confidence
and control
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General Rules for Drill Command
Formation of a Flight
A flight forms in at least two but not more than four elements in line formation
A line formation is the only formation used for open ranks inspections
A formation in column of at least two but not more than four elements is the
formation used for marching
The flight marches in line formation only for minor changes in position
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To leave ranks in line formation, the command is (Rank/Last Name), (pause), <
“Front and Center” >
Upon hearing his or her name, the cadet assumes the position of attention
On the command < “Front and Center” >, the cadet takes one step backward, faces to
the left or right, proceeds to the closest flank, and proceeds to the front of the
formation by the most direct route
The cadet halts one pace in front of and facing the person in command, salutes, and
reports as directed
To return to ranks, the cadet salutes, faces left or right, and returns by the same route
to the same position in ranks
2-10: How To: Call the 30 Commands Sequence
1. Fall In
2. Open Ranks March
3. Ready Front
4. Close Ranks March
5. Present Arms
6. Order Arms
7. Parade Rest
8. Attention
9. Left Face
10. About Face
11. Forward March
12. Right Flank March [R]
13. Left Flank March [L]
14. Column Right March [R]
15. Forward March
16. To the Rear March [R]
17. To the Rear March [R]
18. Column Right March [R]
19. Forward March
20. Eyes Right [R]
21. Ready Front
22. Column Right March [R]
23. Forward March
24. Change Step March [R]
25. Column Right March [R]
26. Forward March
27. Flight Halt
28. Left Face
29. Right Step March
30. Flight Halt
[ ] Foot command is given on
2-11: How To: Perform an Open Ranks Inspection
1 Position:
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Six paces in front of and centered on the flight
2 Open ranks:
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Give the command “Open Ranks March”. Proper distance is 70 inches between
ranks. The flight automatically executes “Dress Right Dress” and remains so
until the flight has been aligned.
3 Align the flight:
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This is a formality. Go quickly. Do proper facing movements. After aligning
elements, march three paces past the flight and execute a <Left Face>.
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4 Ready front:
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Give the command “Ready Front”. Take one pace, execute a “Right Face”,
salute, and report to the inspector as appropriate. For example: “(Sir/Ma’am), the
flight is prepared for inspection.” You will then be inspected and then asked to
accompany him/her during the inspection.
5 Prepare the flight:
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After you are inspected, execute a “Left Face” and give the command
(Second/Third/Fourth Elements) “Parade Rest”. Now execute a “Half-Left Face”
as in marching and halt one pace to the right and one pace behind the instructor
6 Inspection:
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The flight commander and the flight sergeant must follow the inspector through
the ranks. The flight commander must step off with the left foot and execute an in
place halt as the inspector moves from cadet to cadet. The flight sergeant follows
the inspector and records all discrepancies. At the end of each element, the flight
sergeant follows the inspector. Element leaders must call their elements to
“Attention” and give their elements “Parade Rest” at the proper times. Element
leaders must assume the position of “Attention” prior to calling their respective
elements to “Attention”.
7 Post inspection:
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After the last element has been inspected, the inspector will march off. The flight
sergeant then marches to a position one pace to the right and three paces past the
flight, executes a “Left Face” and calls the flight to “Attention”. The flight sergeant
then takes one pace forwards and executes a “Right Face”. The flight sergeant will
receive comments from the inspector and salute the inspector upon departure.
8 Close ranks:
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Immediately after the inspector departs, the flight sergeant executes a “Left Face”
and gives the command “Close Ranks March”. The flight sergeant then marches
by the most direct route to a position six paces in front of, centered on, and facing
the flight. The flight sergeant will give feedback to the flight and await further
instructions from the flight commander.
2-12: How To: Shine Shoes
This how-to was derived from a shoe shining tutorial at http://www.learn2.com.
Leather dress shoes need shining! A good shine preserves their longevity by moisturizing
the leather. Leather, like your own skin, can dry out and crack,-so shoe care professionals
use polish to prevent desiccation and to restore lost moisture. You should do the same by
giving your leather shoes a shine at least once a month.
Materials needed:
1. A section of newspaper
2. Cotton balls and at least one old cloth (T-shirts work great. You’ll need two or
three of these if you don’t want to use cotton balls)
3. Wax or cream shoe polish
4. Saddle soap [optional]
5. A soft bristle (e.g., horsehair) brush [optional]
***There are many methods for shining shoes. One simple method is to dip the cotton
ball in water and rub polish on the shoe in a circular motion. Add more water as
necessary. See above site for directions.
2-13: How To: Tie a Knot (Four-In-Hand)
1. Situate the tie so that the end
"A" is longer than end "B" and
cross "A" over "B".
4. Pull "A" up and through the
loop around your neck.
2. Turn "A" back underneath "B".
5. Hold the front of the knot
loosely with your index finger
and bring "A" down through front
loop.
3. Continue by bringing "A" back
over in front of "B" again.
6. Remove finger and tighten
knot snugly to collar by holding
"B" and sliding the knot.
4.5 How To: Tie a Tie (Windsor)
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1. Situate the tie so that
the end "A" is longer
than end "B" and cross
"A" over "B".
2. Bring "A" up through
loop between collar and
tie; then back down.
5. Pull "A" up through the loop
again.
3. Pull "A" underneath
"B" and to the left, and
back through the loop
again.
6. Bring "A" down through the
knot in front.
4. Bring "A" across the
front from left to right.
7. Using both hands tighten the
knot and draw up to collar.
CHAPTER 3
CADET GROUP ORGANIZATION
3-1:
Your Chain of Command
Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces:
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Secretary of Defense:
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Secretary of the Air Force:
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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff:
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Air Force Chief of Staff:
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Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force:
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Air Education Training Command (AETC) Commander:
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Air University (AU) Commander:
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Holm Center Commander:
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AFJROTC/Director:
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SASI:
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Corps Commander (CC):
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Squadron ___ Commander:
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Flight ___ Commander:
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Element ___ Leader:
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Cadet Staff Positions
Cadets may self-nominate for staff positions as well as the NCOIC of a staff position.
NCOICs have the same responsibilities as their officers, and must check in periodically to
be kept updated with staff happenings. All staff members must attend all staff meetings.
NCOICs may attend staff meetings in place of their officers if they cannot attend a
meeting due to a valid reason.
The following is a list of possible staff positions:
The Operations Group Commander (COG/CC) or the Operations Group Deputy
Commander (COG/CD) will lead a team of presenters that will provide a briefing to any
VIP visitors as required. The remainder of the briefing team may consist of the Group
Command Chief, the Operations Support Squadron Commander (COSS/CC), or the
Operations Squadron Commander (COS/CC). Special Advisors (SAs) will be required to
participate as needed.
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Operations Group Commander/Corps Commander (COG/CC) is responsible for:
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The appearance, discipline, training, and conduct of the group
Planning and coordinating all group activities, facilities, and resources
Coordinating with the SASI/ASI
Establishing high morale and unity within the corps
Creating agendas for staff meetings
Ensuring all activities are carried out properly
Operations Group Deputy Commander/Deputy Corps Commander (COG/CD) is
responsible for:
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 Standardization evaluation (StanEval) for the cadet operations group
 Ensuring all cadet operations group activities are conducted in accordance with
current Air Force, AFJROTC, and corps instructions, policies and procedures
 Performing other duties as assigned by the CC
 Carrying out the duties of the CC in his/her absence
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Group Command Chief is responsible for:
 Providing recommendations to the CC based on inputs from the cadets, and acting
as a liaison between the corps and group staff
 Advising the CC on problems with the group and suggesting possible solutions
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC
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Honor Guard Commander (HG/CC) is responsible for:
 Overseeing training, standardization, and drill and ceremonies are conducted
properly
 Maintaining order and discipline of all cadets on the Drill Team
 Overseeing all routines and make sure they are fit for competition
 Planning practices and events for the team
 Serve as the POC for the Drill Competitions
 Oversee all Color Guard duties
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC.
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Operations Support Squadron Commander (COSS/CC) is responsible for:
 Supervises entire support staff, ensuring all members have the training and tools
required to meet deadlines within each function
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC.
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Overseeing the flight Commanders
Acting as a liaison between flights and command staff
Performing other duties assigned by the CC
Ensures training goals are met by cadets
Flight Commanders (FLT/CC) are responsible for:
 Overseeing Element Leaders
 Providing drill and ceremonies training to flight members
 Assisting the SASI/ASI with attendance and maintaining order and discipline at
all times
 Attending squadron cadre meetings
 Recommendations for Cadet of the Month
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC
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Flight Sergeants are responsible for:
 Preparing the flight for inspection and assisting the flight commander in teaching
drill and ceremonies
 Monitor classroom entry/exit activities
 Taking element attendance and reporting to the flight commander
 Assisting the flight commander in maintaining order and discipline in the flight
 Ensuring overall appearance of classroom in neat, clean and orderly
 Attending squadron cadre meetings
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC or FLT/CC
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Public Affairs Officer (PA) is responsible for:
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Submitting articles to School, Patrick AFB, and local media outlets.
Providing all group photographic and video support
Preparing and publishing a monthly newsletter if assigned
Posting cadet activity board
Performing other duties assigned by the CC
Logistics Officer (LG) is responsible for:
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Assisting the SASI/ASI in issue and turn in of accountable property
Maintaining accurate records of all accountable property
Maintaining a clean supply room
Performing other duties assigned by the CC
Cadet Personnel Officer (CG/SE)
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Maintaining cadet personnel records
Maintaining Group organizational chart and Unit Manning Document
Publishing a cadet directory
Filing all required documentation into cadet records files
Perform all duties assigned by COSS/CC
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Computer Operations Officer/Web Master (CO) is responsible for:
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Working in conjunction with Public Affairs to update corps website
Assisting in creation of Microsoft PowerPoint presentations for briefings
Assisting any other staff members with computer-related tasks
Performing other duties assigned by the CC
Physical Training Officer (PT) is responsible for:
Scheduling activities for each Friday PT session
Schedules Field Day activities and events
Schedules and instructs PT team Meetings
Plan training sessions for PT competitions
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Kitty Hawk Air Society Officer (KHAS) is responsible for:
 Providing personal cadet tutoring
 Improving the corps, school, and community through service projects
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC
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Plans Officer (SP) is responsible for:
 Assisting all staff members w/ their duties
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC
 Planning Military Ball and Relay 4 Life
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Element Leaders are responsible for:
 Leading their element in drill and ceremonies
 Taking attendance of elements when in flight formation and assisting the flight
commander and sergeant
 Reporting attendance of their elements to the flight sergeant when directed
 Maintaining discipline within their elements
 Performing other duties assigned by the CC
3-3:
Unit Manning Document (UMD)
The UMD is a record of authorized positions. It not only outlines authorized
positions, but also authorized grades and the number authorized to hold that position.
Statement for Authorized Officer Grades:
C/Col: 1
C/Lt Col: 2
C/Maj: 3
C/Capt: 5
C/1st Lt: 10
C/2nd Lt: 10
Total Officers: *
Note: An asterisk (*) denotes a number that
is determined by the number of cadets in
the unit.
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Statement of Authorized Enlisted Grades:
C/CMSgt: 1
C/SMSgt: 2
C/MSgt: 4
C/TSgt: 6
C/SSgt: 8
C/SrA: *
C/A1C: *
C/Amn: *
C/AB: *
Total Enlisted: *
Promotion Policy
The purpose of the promotion policy is twofold. First, to have a visible system of
reward or recognition for cadets who consistently meet or exceed standards of behavior,
appearance, leadership and academic ability. Second, to give the cadet leadership an
opportunity to evaluate the performance of others, recognize achievement and reward
deserving cadets with advanced rank. The goal is to insure that cadets who contribute to
the success of the group are recognized by advancement in rank. There will be 3
promotion cycles each year-- end of the 1st nine weeks, end of the semester and the end
of the 3rd quarter. Promotions for exceptional performances will be at the SASI/ASI
discretion and so designated on official orders.
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Promotion to Cadet Airman:
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Nine weeks as a cadet Airman Basic.
An 80% in Aerospace Science and Leadership.
Zero detentions in AFJROTC and zero school suspensions in semester.
2 hours of AFJROTC community service/extra-curricular activities time on record
for the year.
 100% on rank identification sample test.
 Perform facing movements properly.
 Pledge, understand and write the Cadet Honor Code, Mission, &/or Core Values.
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Promotion to Cadet Airman First Class:
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Nine weeks as a cadet Airman.
An 80% in Aerospace & Leadership.
Zero detentions in AFJROTC and zero school suspensions in semester.
4 hours of AFJROTC community service/extra-curricular activities time on record
for the year.
Identify rank insignias.
Know the chain of command
Know how to report properly.
Maintain at least a GPA of 2.0 in all courses.
Promotion to Cadet Senior Airman:
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Nine weeks as a Cadet Airman First Class.
Zero detentions in AFJROTC and zero school suspensions in semester.
An 80% in Aerospace Science & Leadership.
6 hours of AFJROTC community service/extra-curricular activities time on record
for the year.
 Give proper facing and marching commands to another cadet.
 Demonstrate appropriate reporting procedures.
 Maintain at least a GPA of 2.0 in all courses.
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Promotion to Cadet Staff Sergeant:
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Nine weeks as a Cadet Senior Airman.
An 85% in Aerospace Science & Leadership.
Zero detentions in school.
8 hours of AFJROTC community service/extra-curricular activities time on record
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for the year.
 Drill a flight properly with notes (sample of 30 commands of drill)
 Maintain at least a GPA of 2.5 in all courses.
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Promotion to Cadet Technical Sergeant:
 Nine weeks as a cadet Staff Sergeant.
 An 86% in Aerospace Science & Leadership.
 10 hours of AFJROTC community service/extra-curricular activities time on
record for the year.
 Zero detentions in school.
 Perform open ranks inspection of a flight.
 Maintain at least a GPA of 2.5 in all courses.
 Demonstrate the ability to lead a flight in the 30 Step Drill Routine with no notes
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Promotion to "Top Three" (Cadet Master Sergeant, Cadet Senior Master Sergeant,
Cadet Chief Master Sergeant) will be made on the basis of merit. Those cadets
eligible for promotion into the top three enlisted grades must meet the following
standards:
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Recommendation by either the Cadet Group Commander, CCC, ASI, or SASI.
Review by the Cadet Evaluation/Promotion Board.
Maintaining a 90% average in AFJROTC and an overall 3.0 GPA.
Zero detentions in school.
Demonstrate the ability to lead a group in the 30 Step Drill Routine with no notes
Promotion to Cadet Officer: Promotion to cadet officer grades will be made on the
basis of merit. All cadet officer grades, unless otherwise stated, are temporary and
retention of these is contingent upon satisfactory performance and behavior. Those
cadets eligible for promotion into the officer ranks must meet the following standards:
 Recommendation by either the Group Corps Commander, Command Chief, ASI,
or SASI.
 Review by the Cadet Evaluation/Promotion Board.
 Maintaining a 90% average in AFJROTC with a 3.2 overall GPA.
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Cadets may only be promoted so far at the end of each high school year. This policy
is called “capping.” The guidelines are as follows:
 1st Year Cadets:
 2nd Year Cadets:
 3rd Year Cadets:
Cadet Staff Sergeant
Cadet Senior Master Sergeant
Cadet Captain
***SASI may modify at his discretion
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Temporary and Spot Promotion:
 A cadet who serves with distinction on the cadet staff and whose rank is below
that authorized for the position may be promoted temporarily to any rank up to
and including the authorized grade.
 Cadets promoted to temporary ranks will wear the insignia of the temporary grade
and are due all courtesies and respect due to cadets with equal rank.
 Spot promotions may be awarded to cadets who failed to meet all line items in the
promotion criteria listed above. At the SASI’s discretion, cadets may be
promoted one permanent rank based on attitude, effort and overall contribution to
the Cadet Corp.
***In the unfortunate circumstance that a cadet’s behavior warrants it, a cadet may
lose rank (be demoted) for infractions such as skipping school, fighting, etc. The
SASI will have the final say for cadet demotions.
3-5:
Transfer Cadets
Cadets transferring to FL-20082 may hold the same permanent rank held when
departing the previous JROTC unit, regardless of branch of service. Cadets transferring
from other than an AFJROTC unit will convert their rank to AFJROTC cadet rank of
equal value. Rank must be verified in writing by the previous JROTC unit. All cadets
transferring from other JROTC units must complete all FL-20082 promotion
requirements for the rank held before becoming eligible for promotion. Awards and
decorations from other service JROTC (Army/Navy/USMC) units will be worn below the
AFJROTC awards and decorations.
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CHAPTER 4
AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC UNIFORMS
4-1:
Wear of the Uniform
The AFJROTC cadet uniform is, with certain exceptions, the same as that worn
by active duty personnel. Except as authorized in this guide, AFJROTC cadets will wear
the service dress uniform as described in AFI 36-2903. It is the cadet's responsibility to
ensure that the uniform is available and in inspection condition on the designated uniform
day. Uniforms must be kept clean, neat, correct in design and specifications, and in good
condition. Badges, insignias, and other metallic devices must be maintained in proper
luster condition. The weekly uniform day is Wednesday. Exceptions to this policy will be
announced in advance by the SASI/ASI. Cadets are required to remain in uniform for
the entire day, unless classroom activity prevents this and has SASI/ASI approval.
Cadets will wear approved ribbons and medals on uniforms at all times. Cadets
failing to wear the uniform on the designated uniform wear day will receive an “F” for
the day. If a cadet misses a uniform inspection they must wear the uniform upon return to
school. Uniform inspection grade will be lowered if there is no note excusing the
absence. Cadets failing to wear approved medals and ribbons may lose the privilege of
wearing the medals or ribbons. Determination is made by the SASI.
Cadets
participating in orientation flights or JROTC field trips are required to wear the
appropriate uniform, as directed by the SASI/ASI.
After issue of the Air Force uniform, cadets will acknowledge receipt for items by
signing a uniform issue receipt. By signing this receipt, cadets agree to exercise all
reasonable caution and care to assure that items of Air Force property are cared for and
not damaged due to carelessness, neglect, improper cleaning and/or laundering methods.
Further, cadets are required to return all uniform items to the SASI/ASI upon demand
when the student is no longer in the AFJROTC program. Cadets will be required to
reimburse the Air Force for any lost or willfully damaged uniform item.
Cadets will not wear a mix of cadet uniform and civilian clothing items. Cadets
with legitimate (medical) reasons for not wearing certain uniform items must consult with
the SASI/ASI for a waiver of uniform requirements as soon as knowledge of the medical
condition is recognized - not after. Wearing a civilian coat with the uniform will result in
a grade of F.
The authorized uniform combination for each week will be directed by the ASI or
SASI. The optional cadet BDU uniform will be allowed during the first inspection for
each month or when directed by the ASI or SASI. Cadets will be graded on appearance
and condition, placement of insignias, condition of shoes, military bearing, hair,
grooming, etc. Each inspection will be worth 100 points. Extra credit may be awarded to
cadets who display truly exemplary personal appearance.
The shoulder cords are designed to recognize significant performance by cadets,
identify ceremonial teams and recognize academic achievement. To meet these goals,
cords will be issued by the ASI or Logistics Officer and the cadet will be responsible for
maintaining the cord and returning the cord at the end of the activity or period the cord
was intended to recognize. Shoulder cords are worn on the left shoulder. Purple cords
are reserved for Dill Team members, white for Color Guard, blue and white for Vice
Commander, yellow is for Cadet of the Month, and purple and white is for the Corps
Commander. Cords are only worn with blues and service dress uniform combinations.
The SASI, ASI, and Group Commander will determine which cords will be used to
recognize cadet achievement. Cadets of the Month will wear the gold cord.
4-2:
Male Standards of Dress and Appearance
Articles such as handkerchiefs, pencils and pens, watch chain, pin jewelry,
wallets, and sunglasses are not worn or carried exposed on any uniform. The wearing of
wristwatches, identification bracelets, and no more than three rings are permitted.
Conservative sunglasses may be worn but not in military formation.
Hair must be a natural color, neat, clean, trimmed, and present a conservative and
groomed appearance. Neatly trimmed haircuts are authorized for the back of the head as
long as a tapered appearance is kept. Hair will not touch ears or the collar except the
closely cut hair on the back of the neck. Hair in front is groomed so that it does not fall
below the eyebrows and will not protrude below the band of properly worn headgear. The
ASI must authorize braided hairstyles or modern haircuts. In no case will the bulk of the
hair interfere with the proper wear of any Air Force headgear.
Sideburns are neatly trimmed in the same manner as the hair. Sideburns do not
extend beyond the bottom of the ear opening, are straight and even in width, and end with
a clean-shaven, horizontal line.
The face is clean-shaven. However, a mustache is permitted as long as it is neatly
trimmed, and it must not extend downward beyond the lip line of the upper lip or
sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corner of the mouth. Beards are
prohibited except as prescribed by a physician for medical reasons. When a physician
prescribes a patient not shave, the beard is kept trimmed symmetrically so it does not
protrude more than one quarter inch from the face.
Male personnel will not wear wigs and hairpieces while in uniform except for
cosmetic reasons to cover natural baldness or physical disfigurement. When worn, they
will confirm to the aforementioned policies of hair grooming.
Fingernails will be kept neat, clean, and trim. Exposed skin will remain free of
writing except for legitimate tattoos.
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4-3:
Male Uniform Items
1 Headgear:
 The flight cap is worn outside when a cadet is in
uniform. The officer insignia (surrounded with stars)
is centered top to bottom and placed 1½” from the
front of the flight cap. Enlisted ranks are not worn on Figure 1 - Flight Cap
flight cap.
 The service cap is worn outside when a cadet is in uniform. The insignia is
centered on the front of the cap.
2 Blue shirts:
 On the blue shirt, insignias may go one of two
places. For enlisted grade cadets, the standard
metal insignia is worn on both lapels, centered side
to side, top to bottom, and is parallel with the
ground.
Figure 2 - Service Cap
 For officers, the grade is a cloth epaulet worn on
the shoulders. When placing the epaulets, place fabrics as close as possible to the
shoulder seam.
 Cadets with a grade of Airman Basic wear no epaulets on the blue shirt.
Figure 3 - Male Blue Shirt (Enlisted)
3 The 1620 Service Dress
 The insignia (officer or enlisted) is
worn on both lapels, halfway up the
seam, resting on but not over the
seam, and is parallel to the ground.
 The AFJROTC patch is worn on the
wearer’s left sleeve ½ inch to 1 inch
below the shoulder seam and
centered.
 The school patch is worn on the
wearer’s right sleeve ½ inch to 1
inch below the shoulder seam and
centered.
Figure 4 - Male Blue Shirt (Officer)
 Ribbons are grounded and centered on the wearer’s left breast pocket.
 The Flight Solo, Flight Certificate, Ground School badges are centered ½ inch
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4-4:
above ribbons as authorized or top of pocket if no ribbons are worn. They are
worn in the following order from top to bottom:
 Flight Solo or Flight Certificate badge
 Ground School Badge
The Academy of Model Aeronautic wings are worn 1 inch below pocket/ribbons.
The Model Rocketry badge is worn 2 inches below AMA wings or 3 inches below
pocket/ribbons if no AMA wings are worn.
The Distinguished Cadet, AEF, and Kitty Hawk badges are centered ½ inch above
where the pocket would be on the wearer’s right or other badges as authorized.
They are worn in the following order of precedence:
 Distinguished Cadet Badge, AEF Badge, Kitty Hawk Air Society Badge
The Awareness Presentation Team badge is worn 3 inches below where the top of
the pocket would be on the wearer’s right would be and across from the Model
Rocketry Badge.
Female Standards of Dress and Appearance
Appropriate undergarments are worn to present a conservative, feminine
appearance. Pencils, pens, handkerchiefs and jewelry, will not be worn or carried exposed
on the uniform. Wearing of wristwatches, identification bracelets, pearl, silver, diamond
or spherical gold stud earrings, and no more than three rings may be worn. Conservative
sunglasses may be worn, except in military formation.
The hair must be styled to permit proper wear of any military hat and will not be
worn in any style any longer than the bottom of the collar edge at the back of the neck.
Exaggerated styles with excessive fullness or extreme heights are prohibited. Hairpieces,
when worn, must conform to the regulations governing natural hairstyles and hair color.
Cosmetics will be conservative and in good taste. Color must be in a shade that
complements the uniform. (Natural look-nothing extreme)
Fingernails will be kept neat and clean. Nail polish
will be in good taste and of a conservative color. Glitter or
mixed colors are prohibited.
4-5: Female Uniform Items
Figure 5 - Flight Cap
1 Headgear:
 The flight cap is worn outside when a cadet is in uniform. The officer insignia
(surrounded with stars) is centered top to bottom and placed 1½” from the front of
the flight cap. Enlisted ranks are not worn on the flight cap.
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Figure 6 - Service Cap
 The service cap is worn outside when in uniform.
2 Blue Shirts:
 On the blue shirt, insignias may go one of two places. For enlisted grade cadets,
Figure 8 - Female Blue Shirt (Enlisted)
Figure 7 - Female Blue Shirt (Officer)
the standard metal insignia is worn on both lapels, centered side to side, top to
bottom, and is parallel with the ground.
 For officers, the grade is a cloth epaulet worn on the shoulders. When placing the
epaulets, place fabric as close as possible to the shoulder seams.
 Cadets with a grade of Airman Basic wear no epaulets on the blue shirt.
3 The 1620 Service Dress
 The insignia (officer or enlisted) is worn on both lapels, halfway up the seam,
resting on but not over the seam,
and is parallel to the ground.
 The AFJROTC patch is worn on
the wearer’s left sleeve ½ inch to
1 inch below the shoulder seam
and centered.
 The school patch is worn on the
wearer’s right sleeve ½ inch to 1
inch below the shoulder seam
and centered.
 Ribbons (or first badge if no
ribbons are worn) are placed 1 to
3 inches higher than the top
button and space ½ inch apart.
 Badges and ribbons are centered
on wearer’s left side between lapel and arm seam. They are worn in the following
order from top to bottom:
 Flight Solo or Flight Certificate badge
 Ground School Badge
 Academy of Model Aeronautic Wings
 Model Rocketry Badge
 [Ribbons]
 Badges are centered on the wearer’s right side between lapel and arm seam. The
first badge is 1 to 3 inches higher than the top button and spaced ½ inch apart.
They are worn in the following order from top to bottom:
 Distinguished Cadet Badge
 AEF Badge
 Kitty Hawk Air Society Badge
 Awareness Presentation Team
4-6: Unisex Uniform Items
1 Airman Battle Uniform (ABU)
 Officer and enlisted grade insignia are worn on
both left and right collars, centered on collar and
parallel with the bottom of the collar.
 Cadets with a grade of Airman Basic do not wear
a collar insignia.
 Tapes are grounded and centered on pockets.
 The unit patch is worn on the right pocket, the
AFJROTC patch of the left. Both patches are
centered.
2 Lightweight Blue Jacket (Windbreaker)
 Enlisted grade insignia are worn on both left and
right collars. The insignia are centered side to
side 1 inch up from the inner edge of the collars
Figure 9 - Cadet ABU Uniform
and parallel to the outer edge. Officers may
wear the metal grade epaulets on the shoulders. Cadets with a grade of Airman
Basic wear no
collar insignia.
 The AFJROTC
patch is worn on
the wearer’s left
sleeve ½ inch to 1
inch below the Figure 10 - Placement of
Rank on Cadet
shoulder
seam Enlisted
Windbreaker
and centered.
 The school patch is worn on the wearer’s right
sleeve ½ inch to 1 inch below the shoulder seam
and centered.
Figure 11 - Cadet Windbreaker
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4-7:
AFJROTC Badges
Lapel Insignia
(Metal)
Ground School
Badge
Flight Solo Badge
Flight/Service Cap
& Beret Insignia
(Officers)
Flight Certificate
Badge
AEF Badge
Distinguished
AFJROTC Badge
Kitty Hawk Air
Society Badge
Model Rocketry
Badge
Awareness
Presentation Team
Badge
CHAPTER 5
Drill Teams
The drill team is one of the most integral parts to the corps. Cadets on the drill
team are regarded as the most disciplined cadets in the corps. The Drill Team attends a
competition held annually.
5-1: Special Teams
When cadets sign up for drill, they are automatically placed on the inspection team.
Cadets wishing to help the team by getting uniform items accounted for among other
things may become part of the logistics personnel, but it is not recommended that they
sign up on any other team besides inspection.
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Regulation (all teams required to perform in competition)
 Inspection – consists of every cadet on the team. All cadets will wear the service
dress uniform and perform an open ranks inspection.
 Regulation – cadets perform a marching routine specific to the drill location.
Color Guard – consists of four cadets: two with rifles, one with the unit flag, and one
with the American flag.
Exhibition (one team is required to perform in competition)
 Rifle Team (Armed Exhibition)
 Unarmed Exhibition
5-2:
Practice
Drill Team and Color Guard practice begins in Sep and ends after the Florida
State competition. At the beginning of the season, the practices run Tuesdays and
Thursdays from 1540-1700. Towards the end of the season, the practices may run from
1540-1730. All cadets will remain at practice until the Honor Guard Commander
dismisses them. If a cadet plans to miss practice, he/she must submit a note signed by a
parent or guardian to his/her commander or one of the instructors. All attendance
policies are outlined in the Honor Guard Agreement signed by all members and their
parents/guardians.
The Drill Team is treated like any other school-sponsored sports team. No more
than one failing grade is admissible. If grades fall below standards, cadets are put on
probation and cannot practice until grades are acceptable. Again, all academic standards
and expectations are outlined in the Honor Guard Agreement. If you want to be on
another school team such as track or soccer, SASI/ASI approval is required.
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