NC-936
CADET HANDBOOK
01/01/2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE
PAGE
HONOR CODE PLEDGE ..................................................................................................3
AFJROTC CADET CREED ................................................................................................4
MISSION, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES ..........................................................................5
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS ..........................................................................................6
AF JROTC CHAIN OF COMMAND ..................................................................................7
CADET CHAIN OF COMMAND .......................................................................................8
COURSE INFORMATION (GENERAL) ... .......................................................... 10
CADET HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAM .........................................................13
MERIT/DEMERIT SYSTEM ...........................................................................................14
PROMOTIONS..................................................................................................................15
USAF ENLISTED AND AFJROTC ENLISTED INSIGNIA ......................................... 17
USAF OFFICER AND AFJROTC OFFICER INSIGNIA................................................18
MILITARY DRILL ...........................................................................................................19
AWARDS AND RIBBONS ..............................................................................................20
WEAR OF THE UNIFORM .............................................................................................21
PERSONAL APPEARANCE ............................................................................................25
ATTACHMENTS:
1. UNIFORM WEAR .......................................................................................................27
2. HOW TO TIE A NECK TIE ........................................................................................34
3. RIBBON CHART .........................................................................................................35
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HONOR CODE PLEDGE
“ON MY HONOR AS AN AFJROTC CADET, I WILL NOT
LIE, CHEAT OR STEAL, AND I WILL NOT TOLERATE
THOSE WHO DO.”
I _______________________, PROMISE TO ABIDE BY THE
AFJROTC HONOR CODE AND I UNDERSTAND THAT IF I
VIOLATE THE HONOR CODE I CAN BE REMOVED FROM
AFJROTC.
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CADET SIGNATURE
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DATE
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The Air Force Junior ROTC 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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MISSION, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES
The mission of the AFJROTC program is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving
their nation and community.
The goals of the program are to instill values of citizenship, give service to the United States,
develop a personal responsibility, and instill a sense of accomplishment in high school students.
The objectives of AFJROTC are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship; promote
community service; instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in
air and space fundamentals.
With these objectives the cadets will develop:
1. An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for national security.
2. Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic society.
3. Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute to national security.
4. Habits of orderliness and precision.
5. A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and leadership.
6. A broad-based knowledge of the aerospace age and fundamental aerospace doctrine.
7. Basic military skills.
8. A knowledge of and appreciation for the traditions of the Air Force.
9. An interest in completing high school and pursuing higher educational goals or skills.
10. An understanding of the Air Force and military as a possible career path.
CORPS EXCELLENCE
Cadets in the corps should be the model citizens on the high school campus. Cadets are expected
to exceed school averages in attendance, academics, graduation, and discipline rates. There
should be evidence of lower number of disciplinary referrals in every class among cadets as
compared to the general student body. The JROTC should be regarded by faculty and students
as the best student organization on campus.
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BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Cadets are expected to conduct themselves in a proper manner at all times, on campus and within
the community. Every effort will be made to get a cadet’s inappropriate behavior “back on
track”. Cadets who are continually unwilling or unable to behave appropriately may be removed
from the AFJROTC program. Likewise, cadets who consistently demonstrate good citizenship
will be provided additional responsibility and recognition.
The following are a few specific expectations of students to provide for a successful learning
environment:
1. All students will sign and obey the AFJROTC Honor Code.
2. Cadets will not wear hats, hoods, or headbands in the classroom.
3. Cadets repeatedly using profanity will be removed from the class and receive a “0” grade
for class participation.
4. Cadets may use computers after permission from the instructors is granted; will not be
permitted to use personal software in School/Air Force computers.
5. Cadets are expected to be in class when the tardy bell rings. Cadets not arriving on time
will be handled according to Jones Senior High School parent/student handbook policies.
6. Writing on desks, textbooks, or tampering with computer/classroom equipment will result
in possible suspension, parent contact, or restitution of damages.
7. Cheating will not be tolerated! Any cadet found cheating will receive a grade of “F” and
parent contact will be made. Repeated violations may result in dismissal from the
AFJROTC program.
8. All cadets are expected to be respectful. Military courtesy will be adhered to at all times,
to include saluting cadet officers and addressing cadets by Sir or Ma’am or by their cadet
rank.
9. Items left in classroom will be removed every afternoon. Items still remaining at the end
of each week will be taken to the school lost and found.
10. Wear of the AFJROTC uniform is required and is expected to be within guidelines set
forth in Air Force Instructions. Gross violations of proper uniform wear to include shirt
tail out, sagging pants, baseball cap, repeated violation of grooming standards, and dirty
or wrinkled uniforms will result in a “0” grade for uniform wear and count as a missed
uniform day.
“Important”
11. Not wearing the AFJROTC uniform on assigned uniform day will result in a “0” grade
for that uniform day unless a make-up day has been coordinated with the instructors.
Failure to wear the uniform for 4 or more uniform days without makeup will result
in a grade of “F” for that grading period. Four or more missing uniform wear days
during the Semester will result in a grade of “F” for the Semester.
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AF JROTC CHAIN OF COMMAND
Barack H. Obama
President of the United States (Commander- in- Chief)
Ash Carter
Secretary of Defense
Deborah Lee James
Secretary of the Air Force
General Mark A. Welsh III
Chief of Staff of the Air Force
Lieutenant General Darryl L. Roberson
Air Education and Training Command Commander
Lieutenant General Steven L. Kwast
Air University Commander
Brigadier General Paul H. Guemmer
HOLM Center Commander
Colonel Bobby C. Woods, Jr.
Air Force Junior ROTC Director
Colonel (Ret) Keith C. Parnell
NC-936 Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI)
Master Sergeant (Ret.) Melvin Smith
NC-936 Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI)
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NC-936 CADET SQUADRON CHAIN OF COMMAND
Every cadet in AFJROTC is required to know the Cadet Squadron Chain of Command and be
prepared to recite parts of it during the weekly uniform inspections. They should also know the
cadets who fill these positions. Fill in the names (in pencil) of the cadets that are filling these
positions below. This will provide a handy reference for review.
CADET SENIOR STAFF
SQUADRON COMMANDER (CC):__________________________________
(The cadet designated as commander of the entire cadet squadron and its operations and
functions. Reports directly to the SASI and ASI)
EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CE): _____________________________________
(Manages the administrative duties of the commander to include promotions, awards, and
decorations. Reports directly to the Commander)
OPERATIONS OFFICER (DO): ______________________________________
(Responsible for the overall day-to-day functions of the cadet squadron. Reports directly to the
Commander and serves as Commander in his/her absence.)
LOGISTICS OFFICER (LG): ________________________________________
(Responsible for tracking and distributing all equipment and clothing related materials. Reports
to the DO and works closely with the ASI on updating WINGS logistics data)
ATHLETICS OFFICER (PT): ________________________________________
(Reports to the DO. Responsible for managing the Presidential Physical Fitness Program and
developing PT activities for the squadron)
FIRST SERGEANT (CCF): _________________________________________
(Reports to the Commander. Advises commander of the general welfare and morale of the
cadets in the squadron. Voices cadet issues and concerns to the Commander)
FLIGHT LEADERSHIP
“A” FLIGHT COMMANDER: _____________________________________
(Commander of Alpha Flight. Reports to DO and to the SASI or ASI teaching that period)
“A” FLIGHT SERGEANT: ______________________________
(Flight sergeant of Alpha Flight. Reports to A Flight Commander)
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“B” FLIGHT COMMANDER: _____________________________________
(Commander of Bravo Flight. Reports to DO and to the SASI or ASI teaching that period)
“B” FLIGHT SERGEANT: ______________________________
(Flight sergeant of Bravo Flight. Reports to B Flight Commander)
“C” FLIGHT COMMANDER: ______________________________________
(Commander of Charlie Flight. Reports to DO and to the SASI or ASI teaching that period)
“C” FLIGHT SERGEANT: ______________________________
(Flight sergeant of Charlie Flight. Reports to C Flight Commander)
“D” FLIGHT COMMANDER: ______________________________________
(Commander of Charlie Flight. Reports to DO and to the SASI or ASI teaching that period)
“D” FLIGHT SERGEANT: ______________________________
(Flight sergeant of Charlie Flight. Reports to C Flight Commander)
CADET STAFF ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
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Squadron/CC
Executive
Officer
First Sergeant
Director of
Operations
Logistics
Officer
Alpha Flight
Commander
Flight Sergeant
Athletics
Officer
Bravo Flight
Commander
Flight Sergeant
Charlie Flight
Commander
Flight Sergeant
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COURSE INFORMATION
(GENERAL)
ENROLLMENT QUALIFICATIONS
To be eligible for enrollment and continuance in the AFJROTC program, a student must be:
1. Enrolled in and attending a regular course of instruction at Jones Senior High School.
2. Willing to participate in the AFJROTC’s Physical Fitness and Education program.
3. Selected by the Aerospace Science Instructors with the approval of the school
principal, assistant principal, or counselor.
4. In conformance with the high standards of personal grooming and conduct as set forth
with this guide.
5. Willing to do a minimum of 10 hours of community service annually.
AFJROTC Reserve Cadet. A cadet (1) who completed the entire AFJROTC Academic
Program or (2) who will complete an AFJROTC course during one semester but is not
participating in an AFJROTC course during the current semester of the school year may be
designated, with AFJROTC instructors’ approval, as a Reserve Cadet. Reserve Cadets may
participate in all AFJROTC activities (drill team, honor guard, etc). Time in reserve status does
not count towards the Certificate of Completion. Reserve Cadets who will complete an
AFJROTC course during one semester of the block schedule school year, but are not
participating in an AFJROTC course during the current semester, may retain their uniform for
the entire academic year. Reserve cadets will be designated as members of Delta flight.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS
Students are expected to accept the responsibility of actively taking part in learning with the goal
of achieving their personal best. All cadets will show reasonable and cooperative behavior so
learning is not disrupted. This applies in the classroom and throughout Jones Senior High
School campus.
It must be understood that the final responsibility for success or failure is the cadets’. It is the
cadet’s responsibility to learn. It is our expectation that all programs and activities in the
cadet squadron be cadet initiated, planned, led, executed and documented. This includes all
our social functions like Military Ball, CIA trips (even overnight), all our teams (Drill Team,
Color Guard, Model Rocketry, etc.), Awards Banquet, and all our community service projects.
All programs should be cadet initiated, not initiated by the instructor.
A variety of assessments will be given, generally there will be an assessment for each chapter
taught in both AS and LE.
Each cadet is expected to participate in several functions and activities during the school year,
these events include but are not limited to drill meets, Color Guard support for community
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events, Military Ball, Dining In, Awards Day, and Community Service (10 hours required)
annually. Instructors will communicate to cadets which activities that are mandatory and require
attendance. Cadets will be graded on their participation. NOTE: A $25 Activity Fee is
required to participate in the AFJROTC program. Any cadet that has not paid their fee will
not be issued a uniform for the semester. In addition, the cadet will not be allowed to participate
in Drill Meets, Field Trips or any extracurricular activities designated by the SASI and/or ASI.
COLOR GUARD
The color guard is responsible for presenting the colors (American, State, and Service flags) for
the playing of the National Anthem at special community and school events. The commander is
responsible for organizing and training the members of Color Guard. Activities the Color Guard
support may include: professional sports games, school varsity sports games, community
functions, and other special events upon request. Members may receive up to two ribbons for
participation and a school letter if the criteria listed below has been met.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Community service by the cadets is a key tenant of good citizenship. Cadet leadership should be
encouraged to make this area one of their priorities. The more cadets participate, the better.
Cadets are encouraged to look for opportunities to provide service to both the school and their
local communities. Cadet leadership should take the initiative in developing programs
throughout the academic year that provides opportunities for every cadet enrolled in the program
to participate.
A technique that improves the image of the cadet corps in the school and community is to
recommend the cadet leaders approach the principal and community leaders asking, “What can
we do for our school/community that will help out?” Color Guard duty at community events,
veteran’s home visits, school beautification projects, Special Olympics, etc. are just some
examples of the community service activities available.
Cadets should not only be responsible for looking for opportunities but they also should be
planning, recruiting volunteers to participate, executing, and developing rewards within the corps
that recognizes cadets who participate (e.g. linking community service as one of the criteria for
promotion).
Cadets should record participation hours for each individual. Based on cadet records, the cadet
leadership will recommend cadets who have earned the Service Ribbon. Cadet leadership will
also keep a yearly tally of service projects and total hours contributed.
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PROGRAM BENEFITS
For participating cadets, the greatest benefits to be derived from AFJROTC are individual
growth and development and become better informed, more responsible citizens. In addition,
your instructors will explain each of the following benefits that are available to cadets through
enrollment in AFJROTC courses:
1. Academy Nominations – Up to three nominations for an Air Force Academy
appointment may be submitted by the principal for those cadets who:
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Who desire an Air Force Academy appointment and meet all Air Force Academy
qualification requirements.
2. Scholarships – Cadets who have taken AFJROTC for at least two years and are enrolled
in their senior year can qualify for ROTC scholarships. These scholarships can cover
most of the cadets’ college education expenses (normally tuition, books, and $250 per
month spending money).
3. Three Year Certificate – Students earning a three or four year Completion Certificate,
plus an SASI Letter of Recommendation, are entitled to advance promotion to pay grade
E-3 upon initial enlistment in the Air Force; Army will grant up to E-3; Marine Corps E-2
providing recruit training is completed in the top 10% of the recruit class; Navy grants up
to E-3.
4. In addition, AFJROTC offers the following opportunities:
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Participation in parades and state and local ceremonies
Field trips related to AFJROTC curriculum
Cadet social events
Cadet competitions
Counseling on vocational and educational opportunities.
Leadership training and experience.
Summer leadership encampments.
Disenrollment. AFJROTC instructors may recommend disenrollment of a cadet with approval
by the principal. This will be accompanied with substantiated documentation and corrective
counseling. Although a last resort, disenrollment may be necessary to maintain the morale,
discipline, and quality of the unit. JROTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or pregnancy status. Hazing will not be
tolerated in AFJROTC and could result in disenrollment. A cadet may be disenrolled for:
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Failure to maintain acceptable standards (including uniform wear and grooming)
Indifference to training
Bad Conduct which reflects poorly on the school and Air Force
Disciplinary reasons
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Any other reason deemed appropriate by the principal and the AFJROTC instructors.
CADET HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAM
Physical fitness and health are a large part of the AFJROTC program. However, due to program
restrictions, we are only able to allocate one day per week for fitness training. Friday’s are
designated as our Physical Fitness Training (PFT) days. We will conduct an initial evaluation of
the cadets’ fitness level using the Presidential Physical Fitness Assessment (PPFA) which is
outlined in the flight PFT binder located in the classroom. We will also conduct a mid-term and
end of semester assessment to track fitness progress of each cadet. Our PFT program also
includes various games such as kickball, basketball, ultimate ball, etc. All are designed to
stimulate movement and exercise while also exercising teamwork and building esprit de corps.
All cadets must have a parental consent form signed by their parent or legal guardian prior
to participating in the JROTC Health and Wellness Program.
CLOTHING REQUIREMENT
Cadets are expected to dress out for PE on Fridays, in the required uniform. Required attire for
PFT is either the Air Force PT shirt or the JSHS AFJROTC T-shirt. Cadets are highly
encouraged to wear the air force or unit developed PT shorts but may wear any appropriate (at
least mid-thigh length) PT shorts in either light gray or navy blue color. Athletic shoes and socks
are also required for PFT. No other combination of clothing will be allowed. Failure to
participate in PT will result in a zero for the weekly PT grade. Failure to wear the proper
PT uniform while participating in PT will result in a 70. Cadets will not be allowed to PT if
they are not wearing the appropriate athletic shoes.
MEDICAL EXCUSES
Written excuse from a physician will excuse the cadet from activities for the prescribed period of
time. Cadets will still be required to dress out for PE. A cadet, however, will only receive a
passing grade for PFT if he/she participates in organized activities for more than 2/3 of the
semester. All excuses from the physician or home must be taken to the health office for
documentation. Written excuses from home will excuse the cadet for one day only and the
student is still required to dress out if physically able to. A maximum of three excuses from
home will be allowed per semester.
GRADING
Cadets will be graded on a combination of the following criteria: participation and effort in
aerobics or other sport/activity. Make up of missed PFT days or failure to dress out will not be
allowed due to scheduling constraints of the AFJROTC program. All cadets are encouraged to
participate to the maximum extent they are physically able. Overall grades are based on the
effort put forth by the cadet, not how physically gifted they are.
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PROMOTIONS
This section prescribes the eligibility requirements for promotions, including the composition
and method of operation for each promotion board.
GENERAL
In order to assure each cadet in the AFJROTC program receives equal and impartial
consideration for an award or promotion, it is necessary to establish a promotion system. All
promotions will be based on each cadet’s initiative, knowledge, performance, community service
and potential to assume greater responsibility. Promotion is NOT guaranteed because a student
has been in enrolled in the program for a certain number of years, good attendance and physical
fitness standards. Only a limited number of promotions can be distributed each promotion cycle
and the best performers will be promoted. Additionally, cadets will not be awarded their
promoted rank unless they are in uniform.
All cadets are assigned a permanent grade commensurate with the number of AFJROTC years
satisfactorily completed; i.e., the permanent grade for first-year cadets is Airman; second-year,
Airman First Class; third-year, Senior Airman; and fourth-year, if offered, Staff Sergeant.
Permanent grades may be awarded during the second semester of each year. Retention of
permanent grades is contingent upon satisfactory performance and behavior as determined by the
SASI and ASI. Unless waived by the SASI, only cadets that have successfully completed
summer leadership camp will be eligible for promotion to the cadet officer ranks.
Permanent officer status will be awarded to cadets holding officer positions for two or more
grading periods. Exceptions are authorized at the discretion of the SASI and in accordance with
published unit guidance.
Cadets may be assigned a temporary grade based on a specific position. Cadets serving in a
temporary grade may revert to their permanent grade upon completion of these duties. At the
discretion of the SASI, cadets in their final term of AFJROTC may retain the highest rank to
which they have been promoted, regardless of course level.
PROMOTION BOARDS
Promotion board will consist of senior ranking cadets; normally the cadet squadron
commander will identify members of each promotion board. Members of the promotion board
will review the performances of each cadet and determine the eligibility for promotion.
Information in each cadet’s record consists of student grades, any suspensions or adverse school
reports, uniform inspection grades, physical fitness progress, merits and demerits, and
participation in AFJROTC functions and events.
There will be two promotion opportunities each semester (one at the mid-point and one at
the end of the semester. This doesn’t mean that everyone will be promoted twice a semester; it
simply means that there will be two promotion boards held. Promotion to the rank of Cadet
Major through Cadet Colonel will be appointed by the SASI after successfully meeting the
eligibility criteria.
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STEP PROMOTIONS
The STEP (Stripes for Exceptional Performers) promotion is designed for those cadets in the
rank of airman basic to master sergeant who have demonstrated exceptional character,
leadership, performance in the classroom, and outstanding community service. STEP
promotions are very rare and there are no quotas. These promotions can be awarded at any time
and are given by the SASI with recommendations from the ASI and senior cadet staff.
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USAF ENLISTED AND AF JROTC ENLISTED INSIGNIA
Grade
USAF Rank
Abbrev/ Address as
E-1
Airman Basic
ABAirman
E-2
Airman
AmnAirman
E-3
Airman First Class
A1CAirman
E-4
Senior Airman
SrAAirman
E-5
Staff Sergeant
SSgtSergeant
E-6
Technical Sergeant
TSgtSergeant
E-7
Master Sergeant/First
Sergeant
MSgtSergeant
E-8
Senior Master Sergeant
SMSgtSergeant
E-9
Chief Master Sergeant
CMSgtChief
E-9
Command Chief Master
Sergeant/Chief Master
Sergeant of the Air Force
CCMSgt
CMSAFChief
USAF Insignia
Cadet Insignia
No Cadet Rank
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USAF OFFICER AND AF JROTC OFFICER INSIGNIA
Grade
USAF Rank
Abbrev/
Address as
O-1
Second Lieutenant
(Gold Bar)
2LtLieutenant or
Sir/Ma’am
O-2
First Lieutenant
1LtLieutenant or
Sir/Ma’am
O-3
Captain
CaptCaptain or
Sir/Ma’am
O-4
Major
(Gold Oak Leaf)
MajMajor or
Sir/Ma’am
O-5
Lieutenant Colonel
Lt ColColonel or
Sir/Ma’am
O-6
Colonel
ColColonel or
Sir/Ma’am
O-7
Brigadier General
Brig GenGeneral
No Cadet Rank
O-8
Major General
Maj GenGeneral
No Cadet Rank
O-9
Lieutenant General
Lt GenGeneral
No Cadet Rank
O-10
General
GenGeneral
No Cadet Rank
USAF Insignia
Cadet Insignia
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MILITARY DRILL
The reasons why military drill is important for you to learn are very basic. If you keep them in
mind during your drill and parade activities, these reasons will become a part of you whether you
are the leader or the follower. Here are the purposes for which military drill was designed.
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3.
4.
5.
Enables a cadet to move a unit from one place to another in an orderly manner.
Teaches cadets to act in unison and together as a team.
Teaches cadets to respond instantly and subconsciously to a word or command.
Provides cadets a feeling of belonging and togetherness.
Develops self-discipline and motivation.
Cadets will be evaluated each promotion cycle on Drill and Ceremonies. Drill is a very
important part of the AFJROTC curriculum. It is absolutely necessary that each cadet become
proficient in drill during the first semester.
The drill command sequence below is used during unit assessments and similar to ones used at
drill competitions. We will use this same sequence of commands to evaluate cadet’s knowledge
and performance in drill. Cadets will be given sufficient time to learn and practice these moves
and commands.
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
13. LEFT FLANK MARCH
14. COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
15. FORWARD MARCH
16. TO THE REAR MARCH
17. TO THE REAR MARCH
18. COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
19. FORWARD MARCH
20. EYES RIGHT
21. READY FRONT
22. COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
23. FORWARD MARCH
24. CHANGE STEP MARCH
25. COLUMN RIGHT MARCH
26. FORWARD MARCH
27. FLIGHT HALT
28. LEFT FACE
29. RIGHT STEP MARCH
30. FLIGHT HALT
NOTE: All cadets must participate in drill. If you are not physically able to participate you must
have a signed doctor’s excuse. If not, you will be sent to the nurse’s office. Cadets who do not
have written doctor’s excuse and do not participate will not receive credit for that day of class.
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AWARDS AND RIBBONS
Deserving cadets will be recognized for certain awards at least once each semester and more
frequently if justified. The Cadet Senior Staff will make recommendations to the SASI and ASI
for the nomination of awards to qualified Cadets. The Cadet Executive Officer will track all
Cadet awards and log them into the WINGS database.
For a complete listing of all the AFJROTC awards and a brief description of the award and
requirements, consult the AFJROTC guide located in the JROTC classroom. Ribbons and
sometimes medals are given to award winners. These ribbons are authorized for wear on the
blue uniform shirt and the blue service coat. Additionally the ribbons need to be placed in proper
order based upon the AFJROTC ribbon chart on the next page. If a ribbon is awarded more than
once, oak leaf clusters will be used to signify each additional award unless directed otherwise.
Oak leaf clusters or stars should be placed on the ribbon using Elmer’s white glue. Order of
precedence: The lowest ribbon will be worn at the lowest left position, and the highest ribbon
will be worn at the top right. Refer to attachment 3 for order of ribbon precedence.
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WEAR OF THE UNIFORM
The Public Law that established the AF JROTC Program requires cadets to wear the AF JROTC
uniform at least 1 day per week for the entire school day. If you do not wear the uniform on the
specified day, you must make this up as you would make up any other school assignment. You
may make up uniform wear if you have a valid excuse for not wearing (i.e. excused absence) and
receive full credit. If you do not have a valid reason for not wearing the uniform, then you may
still make up the wear day that week but will only receive half credit. If you do not make up the
uniform wear, you will receive a zero (0) for this graded assignment. You may coordinate with
your instructor to be inspected in advance when you anticipate an absence. Cadets who do not
wear the uniform will fail the course, and will be denied future enrollment in the program.
You must wear the uniform all day, during school. You may remove your uniform during
Physical Education class. All other exceptions must be approved by the SASI and/or ASI.
During uniform days or during official AF JROTC events, you must be in proper uniform at all
times. Jones Senior High School has provided students and staff with overhead cover from the
weather elements as you pass from class to class. Because most of the campus is covered, the
SASI has designated Jones Senior High School a “No Hat” area. This means you do not have to
wear your hat while on the campus. But, once a cadet exits any of the campus, they will don
the garrison hat/flight cap and wear it properly.
You must maintain your uniform in a clean and serviceable condition. Do not wear uniform
items, accessories, devices, or awards not specifically mentioned in the Cadet Guide.
Special teams (color/honor guards, rifle/drill teams, etc.) may wear additional uniform items
when performing duty as a member of the specialized group.
Do not mix portions of the PT uniform with any combination of the Air Force uniform. Cadets
must wear the PT uniform during selected AF JROTC events and Wellness classes.
GENERAL WEAR RULES
 Keep your” Gig” line straight. This is the line made by the zipper on your pants, the edge
of the shirt seam, and the belt buckle.
 Keep your hands out of your pockets and keep all pockets buttoned.
 Wear a plain, white, clean V-neck, U-neck, or athletic-style T-shirt.
 Polish your shoes (don’t forget the heels and sides of sole) and wear only all-black socks.
 Wear your hat outdoors while in uniform (except as noted above)
 Keep cell phones, IPods, etc. out of sight when in uniform.
 Keep “bulky” items out of your pockets.
 Do not wear earphones or headphones while in uniform
 You may wear single-color black or gray gloves and/or scarf while in uniform.
 When you wear the windbreaker jacket, close the zipper at least half way.
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Ensure that badges, insignia, belt buckles, and other metallic devices are clean and free of
scratches and corrosion.
Keep ribbons clean and replace them when they become worn, frayed, or faded.
Do not wear the uniform with other clothing(to include hats, shoes, jackets)
Do not lend your uniform to anyone.
Do not allow articles such as wallets, pencils, pens, watch chains, checkbooks,
handkerchiefs, and combs to be visible.
There is no PDA (Public Display of Affection) while wearing your uniform.
UNIFORM COMBINATIONS
 Class A: shirt with service coat and tie.
 Class B: shirt with tie (jacket as required).
 Class C: shirt with open collar (jacket as required).
NAME TAGS
Wear nametags on the shirt. Men must ground and center the nametag to the top seam of the
right breast pocket. Women center the nametag between the lapel and arm seam 1 to 3 inches
higher than the top button.
FLIGHT CAP/BERET
Except where noted in this guide, cadets should wear their hats or berets at all times when
outside in uniform (unless under an awning). Do not wear headgear in the classroom unless
directed by your instructor .Wear the flight cap slightly to the right with the vertical crease of the
cap at the center of the forehead in a straight line with the nose. Wear the cap about 1 inch above
the eyebrows.
RANK INSIGNIA
Cadet Officers wear standard-sized metal insignia on the shoulders of the shirt, blouse, or
windbreaker. You may substitute a cloth insignia on shirts or blouses. Place the shoulder mark
insignia as close as possible to the shoulder seam with the tip of the rank chevron toward the
wearer’s neck. Wear miniature-sized grade insignia on both lapels of service dress coat.
Cadet Enlisted members wear metal chevron rank insignia on both lapels of the service dress
coat and both collars of the windbreaker and the light blue shirt.
SHOULDER CORDS
You may wear one shoulder cord on the left shoulder, if you are authorized. Wear the shoulder
cord only on the light blue shirt or the service dress coat.
Authorized colors are:
Cadet Squadron Commander
Flight Commander
Cadet Staff
Color Guard
Yellow
Green
Blue
White
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ALTERATIONS AND CLEANING
Do not make alterations to the uniform. If the uniform does not fit properly, see your instructor.
The blue coat, jacket, pants, hat, skirt, and tie must be dry-cleaned. Do not wash them! The light
blue shirts, socks, T-shirt, and physical fitness uniform may be washed in the washing machine.
TAKING OFF YOUR UNIFORM
You may remove your coat or jacket when you are in class. If you remove your coat or jacket,
hang it on the back of the chair or on a hanger. You may loosen your tie only if the school nurse
or your instructor allows it.
UNAUTHORIZED WEAR OF THE UNIFORM
Do not wear any item of the USAF uniform other than for the purpose intended. Do not wear the
uniform while participating in student demonstrations, for crowd control, or in any other
inappropriate capacity. AF JROTC cadets may wear the cadet uniform while participating as
ushers, runners, etc. at the discretion of the SASI. Under no circumstances will any member of
the unit forcibly remove a uniformed cadet involved in a demonstration. Report any cadets
involved in these demonstrations to the SASI for appropriate action. The SASI will advise all
cadets of the impropriety of wearing the uniform under these circumstances. Cadets involved in
demonstrations may be removed from AF JROTC and may be subject to disciplinary measures
taken according to school policy or federal law. Unauthorized wear of the uniform or a
distinctive part of the uniform in an attempt to pose as a military member is subject to penalties.
ENFORCEMENT
Cadets of higher rank have the authority and the responsibility to correct inappropriate wear of
the uniform and inappropriate behavior. Make corrections in a courteous, non-threatening, nonconfrontational, or hostile manner. Cadets should teach the proper uniform wear; not demand it.
Make corrections privately, and as discreetly as possible. Encourage cadets receiving corrections
to accept them in the proper spirit; make them want to wear the uniform proudly! If you feel you
been treated unfairly, report the incident to the SASI/ASI who will investigate the incident.
UNIFORM ISSUE/TURN IN PROCEDURES
Uniforms are Government property and are loaned to you free of charge while you are in the
program. If uniform is turned in dirty, you will be charged a $25.00 cleaning fee for final
cleaning when you graduate or otherwise leave the AF JROTC Program. Since you sign for
uniform on a hand receipt, you must return it before you leave the program.
After initial uniform issue, the supply room will be open for uniform exchange or turn in as the
workload permits. No uniform items will be exchanged on Wednesday (uniform day) once all
cadets have been fitted. Purchase replacement, exchange, or turn in uniform items before
uniform day. You have a week between uniform wearing to get that accomplished. Think ahead!
You will receive the following items:
(1) Coat (Dry Clean)
(1) Jacket (Dry Clean)
(1) Pants (Dry Clean)
(1) Shirts (Wash)
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(1) Tie (Dry Clean)
(1) Hat (Dry Clean)
(1) Belt/Buckle
(4) Rank (as earned)
(6) Patches (on uniform)
(1) Name Tag
(1) Shoes (Polish)
(2) Socks (Wash)
Only your instructor will accept your uniforms for turn in. Make sure your receipt reflects that
you have turned in all items. You will have to pay the replacement cost for any items not turned
in. The school will levy a fine against you with the bank for any missing items, and you will not
receive your report card, your next year’s schedule, or your transcript until after you’ve cleared
the fines.
If the uniform does not fit properly, see the logistics officer or ASI. Do not wait until someone
else calls attention to a problem. Check your appearance in a mirror. Bear in mind that how
you look influences others around you.
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Standards of Personal Appearance
Each member of the Air Force Junior ROTC must maintain high standards of dress and personal
appearance. It is imperative that all members present a well-groomed appearance to their fellow
citizens. Further, the need for personal cleanliness, safety, and proper wear of the uniform on the
part of all members requires that certain minimum standards be established. Uniforms must be
kept clean, neat, correct in design and specification, and in good condition. Uniforms will be
kept buttoned, including pockets, and shoes will be shined and in good repair. Badges, insignia,
belt buckles, and other metallic devices must be maintained in proper luster and condition.
Air Force JROTC Cadets Will Comply With the Following Standards:
MALE PERSONAL APPEARANCE
Hair:
Must be clean, well groomed, and neat. Hair color if dyed will look natural, will not be worn in
an extreme or fad style, contain excessive amount of grooming aids, or exceed bulk standards.
Hair will not touch eyebrow when groomed or protrude below the front band of properly worn
headgear. Hair will have a groomed, tapered appearance on both sides and back, both with and
without headgear. Block cut is permitted with tapered appearance. Hair will not touch the ears
and only closely cut or shaved hair on the back of the neck may touch the collar. Hair bulk will
not exceed 1 1/4 inches, regardless of length, and will not exceed 1/4 inch at the natural
termination point. Hair will not have any visible foreign items. Sideburns will be neatly
trimmed and tapered, straight and of even width (not flared), end in clean-shaven horizontal line,
and not extend below lowest part of the exterior ear opening.
Earrings will not be worn while in uniform. Fingernails will be neat, clean and trimmed. No
more than three rings will be worn at any one time and one bracelet may be worn which can not
be wider than one inch and will not detract from the military image, or will not present a safety
hazard.
FEMALE PERSONAL APPEARANCE
Female cadets will not wear, carry, or exposed on the uniform, pencils, pens, handkerchiefs, and
jewelry to include ankle bracelets. One bracelet is permitted if it is neat and conservative and not
wider than one inch. They may wear wristwatches, identification bracelets, and pearl, silver,
diamond, or gold stud earrings if they do not extend or dangle below the bottom of the ear lobe.
Earrings must be spherical or of plain design. They may wear no more than three rings at any
one time.
Hair:
Hair must be clean, well groomed, and neat. Hair color if dyed will look natural, will not be
worn in an extreme or fad style, contain excessive amount of grooming aids, or exceed bulk
standards. Hair will not touch eyebrows when groomed and may be visible in front of flight cap.
Hair must present a professional appearance. Plain and conservative pins, combs, headbands,
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elastic bands, and barrettes similar to natural hair color permitted to keep hair in place. Hair will
not extend in length on all sides below an invisible line drawn parallel to the ground at bottom of
edge of the shirt collar at the back of the neck. Hair will not exceed 3 inches in bulk or prevent
proper wear of the headgear. Hair will not include hair ornaments such as ribbons or jeweled
pins.
Cosmetics:
Must be conservative and in good taste.
Fingernails:
Must be neat, clean, and nail polish, if worn, must be conservative, single color, in good taste,
and not contain any ornamentation or design.
Earrings: May only wear one earring in each ear and it must be on the earlobe and must nut
extend beyond the lower portion of the earlobe. Earring may have only one small spherical,
conservative, diamond, gold, white pearl, or silver pierced or clipped earring per earlobe.
Earrings must be matching and fit tightly to the lower portion of the earlobe without extending
beyond earlobe.
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ATTACHMENT 1
Uniform Wear
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* Enlisted Ranks will have no
hat insignia on the flight cap
Note 1
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Note 1
Note 3
Note 4
Note 5
Note 2
Note 6
Note 3
2
Note 7
Note 4
LIGHTWEIGHT BLUE JACKET
COLLAR INSIGNIA
Outer edge
Note 8
Outer edge
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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. Optional item: center vertically between the shoulder seam and where the underarm side seam joins the armhole sleeve
and center horizontally between the center zipper and the sleeve armhole seam.
6. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.
7. Jacket will be closed to at least the halfway point.
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 13
Note 2
Note 14
Note 1
1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: Center on welt pocket 3 inches below the top.
2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket
3. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.
4. Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.
5. Shoulder tabs: Center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it.
Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the
lapels by Airmen Basics.)
9. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam, and centered.
10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.
11. Ground School Badge: see note 15.
12. Ribbons: Center, on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.
13. Academy of Model Aeronautic Wings: worn 1 inch below pocket.
14. Model Rocketry Badge: worn 2 inches below AMA Wings or 3 inches below pocket if no AMA Wings are worn.
15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed
½ inch above previous badge.
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Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the
coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the rank
insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt.
Note 8
Note 6
Note 7
Note 5
Note 4
Note 9
Note 10
Note 11
Note 3
Note 2
Note 12
Note 13
Note 1
Note 14
1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower
than the first exposed button.
2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 15.
3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam.
5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it.
Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the
lapels by Airmen Basics.)
9. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Ground School Badge: see note 15.
AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 15.
Model Rocketry Badge: see note 15.
Ribbons: center ribbons resting on but not over edge of welt pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.
15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered horizontally.
Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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Note 8
Note 6
Note 7
Note 9
Note 5
Note 4
Note 3
Note 10
Note 11
Note 12
Note 2
Note 13
Note 14
Note 1
1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) and Model Rocketry Badge are centered on the pockets on the
appropriate sides as displayed above.
2. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be grounded and centered over wearer’s right pocket.
3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
4. Shoulder tab: center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then place 1 inch below shoulder
seam.
5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to
bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank
aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar.
9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as
close as possible to shoulder seam.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.
Ground School Badge: see note 15.
Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 15.
AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
Ribbons: ground and center on pocket.
15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges
placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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Note 8
Note 7
Note 5
Note 9
Note 6
Note 4
Note 10
Note 3
Note 11
Note 12
Note 13
Note 2
Note 14
Note 1
Note 15
1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or
lower than the first exposed button.
2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 16.
3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder
seam.
5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 16.
6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 16.
7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 16.
8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to
bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank
aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar.
9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as
close as possible to shoulder seam.
10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 16.
11. Ground School Badge: see note 16.
12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 16.
13. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.
14. Model Rocketry Badge: see note 16.
15. Ribbons: Center, parallel with ground. Align with bottom of name tag. Or, if no name tag, align bottom of ribbons
even with to 1 ½ inches higher or lower than the first exposed button.
16. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered
horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.
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ATTACHMENT 2
HOW TO TIE A NECK TIE
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ATTACHMENT 3
Ribbon Chart
(in order of precedence)
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