Leilehua High School Mighty Mules Uniform Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
1. General
1.1 The Mighty Mules Battalion is uniformed, where discipline is judged, in part by the
manner in which a cadet wears a prescribed uniform, as well as by the individual’s
personal appearance. Therefore, a neat and well-groomed appearance by cadets is
fundamental to the Battalion and contributes to building the pride and esprit de corps
essential to an effective Corps of Cadets.
2. Personal Appearance Policies
2.1 Cadets in the JROTC program are responsible for their appearance in uniform. All cadets
will maintain a high standard of dress and appearance. The uniform will be properly fitted,
cleaned, serviced, and military pressed with brass shined.
2.2 Cadets only wear the uniform when prescribed by the SAI/AI. Cadets are prohibited from
wearing the Army uniform in the following situations:
2.3 In the furtherance of any political or commercial interests, or when engaged in off-duty
civilian employment.
2.4 When participating in public speeches, interviews, picket lines, marches, rallies, or public
demonstrations, except as authorized by the Commander, USACC.
2.5 When attending any meeting or event that is a function of, or is sponsored by, an extremist
organization.
2.6 When specifically prohibited by Army Regulation.
2.7 When wearing the uniform brings discredit upon the Army.
2.7.1 Male and female shirts are to be tucked in with the seam of the shirt aligned with
the seam of the fly of the trousers. Male cadets wear a crew neck T-shirt under Class B
uniform. Only issued patent leather shoes are to be worn as part of the uniform.
Hair Policy
Many hairstyles are acceptable, as long as they are neat and conservative. Hair will be neatly
groomed. The length and bulk of hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt, or
extreme appearance. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the top edge of the
collar. Lines or designs will not be cut into the hair or scalp. If dyes, tints, or bleaches are used,
colors used must be natural to human hair and not present an extreme appearance. Applied hair
colors that are prohibited include, but are not limited to, purple, blue, pink, green, orange, bright
(fire-engine) red, and fluorescent, or neon colors. It is the responsibility of the instructors and
cadets to use good judgment in determining if applied colors are acceptable, based upon the
overall effect on cadets’ appearance.
Males
Sideburns will be neatly trimmed. The base of the sideburns will not be flared and will be a clean-
shaven, horizontal line. Sideburns will not extend below the lowest part of the exterior ear
opening. The face will be clean-shaven, except for permitted mustaches (Must not extend past the
sides of the lips). Males are not authorized to wear braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks (unkempt,
twisted, matted, individual parts of hair) while in uniform. Hair that is clipped closely or shaved
to the scalp is authorized but not recommended.
Females
Hairstyles will not interfere with proper wearing of military headgear. Hair holding ornaments
(barrettes, pins, clips), if used, must be transparent or similar in color to hair, and will be
inconspicuously placed. Beads or similar ornamental items are not authorized. Females may wear
braids or cornrows as long as the braided style is conservative and the braids or cornrows lie
snugly on the head. Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the top edge of the collar
at any time during normal activity or when standing in formation. Long hair that falls naturally
below the bottom edge of the collar, to include braids, will be neatly and inconspicuously fasted
or pinned, so no free-hanging hair is visible.
Fingernails
Cadets will keep fingernails clean and neatly trimmed so as not to interfere with performance of
duty. Females may wear polish that is not exaggerated, faddish, or of extreme coloring, such as
purple, gold, blue, or white while in uniform.
Hygiene and Tattoos”
Cadets are expected to maintain good hygiene while in uniform. Tattoos are authorized except in
areas of the body (i.e., face, legs) that would cause the tattoo to be exposed while in Class A
uniforms. Tattoos or brands that are extremist, indecent, sexist, or racist are prohibited,
regardless of location on the body, as they are prejudicial to good order and discipline within the
unit, the school, and community.
Religious Wear
Cadets may wear religious headgear while in uniform if the headgear meets the following
criteria: It must be subdued in color (black, brown, green, dark or navy blue, or a combination of
these colors.) It must be of a style and size that can be completely covered by standard military
headgear. The headgear cannot bear any writing, symbols, or pictures. Cadets will not wear
religious headgear in place of military headgear when military headgear is required (outdoors or
indoors when required for duties or ceremonies). Exceptions to appearance standards based on
religious practices:
The term “religious apparel” is defined as articles of clothing worn as part of the observance of
the religious faith practiced by the cadet. Religious articles include, but are not limited to,
medallions, small booklets, pictures, or copies of religious symbols, or writing carried by the
individual in wallets or pockets. Except as noted below, cadets may not wear religious items if
they do not meet the standards of this regulation, and request for accommodation will not be
entertained.
Cadets may wear religious apparel, articles, or jewelry with the uniform, if they are neat,
conservative, and discreet. “Neat, conservative, and discreet” is defined as meeting the uniform
criteria of this regulation. In other words, when religious jewelry is worn, the uniform must meet
the same standards of wear as if the religious jewelry were not worn. For example, a religious
item worn on a chain may not be visible when worn with uniforms. The width of chains worn
with religious items should be approximately the same size as the width of the ID tag chain.
All religious wear must fit requirements of the Leilehua High School Code of Conduct.
3. Wearing of Jewelry
On uniform days cadets will be allowed to wear the following items of jewelry while dressed in a
Class A or Class B uniform.
Male and Females
Description- One wristwatch, one bracelet, and no more than two rings are authorized with cadet
uniforms. Necklaces that are religious will not be visible while in uniform are authorized.
Wearing of Earrings
Description- Only studs are acceptable and will not exceed 6mm or ¼ inch in diameter. They
will be of gold, silver, pearl white, or diamond.
How worn- Female cadets are authorized optional wear screw-on, clip-on, or post-type earrings
while in uniform. When worn, earrings will fit snugly against the ear and will be worn as a
matched pair with only one earring per ear lobe. The band connecting non-pierced earrings may
extend slightly below the ear lobe.
There will be no other piercing of any type on the face or body. Any other piercing must have a
plug if anything is to be worn in them. No Band-Aids will be worn over piercing on the face.
Note: Males are not permitted to wear earrings or have any other piercing of any kind that is
visible.
Class A & Class B Uniform
a. Your appearance is important to you and the JROTC program. Maintaining proper bearing
while in uniform will reflect good leadership traits on you and the JROTC program.
Your uniform consists of:
Female
1. Garrison Cap*
2. AG/ASU Shirt*
3. Neck Tab
4. AG /ASU Coat
5. AG/ASU Pants*
6. Oxfords*
7. Long black socks*
8. Name Tag*
Males
1. All ribbons awarded*
2. Medals-on special occasions
3. Belt and buckle*
4. Garrison Cap*
5. AG/ASU Shirt*
6. Neck Tie
7. AG/ASU Coat
8. AG/ASU Slacks*
9. Oxfords*
10. Long black socks*
11. Name Tag*
12. All ribbons awarded*
13. Medals-on special occasions
14. Belt and buckle*
NOTE: Class B uniform items are listed with an asterisk (*). AG is the abbreviation for “Army
Green”. It is the responsibility of each cadet to have the uniform cleaned. Keep
The uniform in wearable condition and return the uniform when you leave JROTC. Cadets are
to wear their uniforms only on uniform days unless the SAI/AI has scheduled a special activity.
Class A uniforms are to be worn during winter and for special occasions. The Class B uniform
may be worn during the warmer seasons. However, if worn during a cold day no civilian
clothing items will be worn over the Class B uniform. Wearing of Army Combat Uniform
(ACU)
1. The Army Combat Uniform is issued to the competing Pathfinder Team. The SAI/AI may
allow issuing to other cadets. Cadets may also be issued an exterior Canteen Belt, along
with a Canteen Pouch and Canteen.
2. The Army Combat Uniform is also issued to cadets who attend Junior Cadet Leadership
Challenge (JCLC) or Advanced Leadership Training Course (ALTC).
The Army Combat Uniform consists of:
1. ACU Cap
2. ACU Jacket
3. ACU Tan Shirt
4. ACU Trousers
5. ACU Tan Boots
6. ACU Belt
7. ACU Green/Black Socks
Wearing the Service Ribbons
Ribbons will be worn in the order of precedence from left to right (when facing the shirt). On the
Class B, if more than one row is worn then the rows must be compact on top of each other with
no spacing. No more than three ribbons will be worn in any one row.
Cadets will be issued a ribbon for the first award only. A bronze lantern will be issued to signify
second, silver for third, and gold for fourth. For the fifth award a gold cluster and bronze cluster
will be placed on the ribbon, for the sixth award a gold cluster and silver cluster will be placed on
the ribbon, etc. This will continue until three gold clusters are place on the ribbon. No more than
three gold clusters will be placed on the ribbon. Lanterns will be attached to the center of the
ribbon in a vertical position. When a ribbon has more than one lamp the gold lamp will be placed
to the left of the bronze or silver lamps (when facing the ribbon).
Aiguillettes
(In order of precedence)
-Teal: Straight “A” students will wear the teal colored cord on the left shoulder
-Gold: National Honor Society members will wear the gold colored cord on the left shoulder.
(No order of precedence here down)
-Silver: Academic team members will wear the silver colored cord on the left shoulder.
- Orange: Honor Guard members will wear the orange colored cord on the left shoulder.
-White: Color Guard members will wear the white colored on the left shoulder.
-Black: Pathfinder members will wear the black colored cord on the left shoulder.
-Scarlet: Drill team members will wear the scarlet colored cord on the left shoulder.
-Tan: Marksmanship members will wear the tan colored cord on the left shoulder.
NOTE: Only two aiguillettes may be worn at a one time. If a cadet has more than two aiguillettes,
then he or she will choose which two teams they would like to represent on that given day.
While at a specific event for a specified team, the team members will be required to wear the
appropriate team aiguillette on the left shoulder for that specific event. The second aiguillette
will be moved to the right shoulder in order of precedence. Specialty cords must be approved by
“The Institute of Heraldry.”
Preparation for Inspection
Prior to uniform day the following checklist should be gone through:
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Is your uniform clean and pressed?
Are your shoes shined?
Is your brass shined?
Are all your awards and brass properly positioned?
Did you shave?
Is your haircut above your collar?
Female cadets should have a hair tie that is transparent or similar in color holding their hair
up.
8. Do you have your cap or beret if needed?
9. Do you have a tie or neck tab if needed?
10. Do you have black socks?
Missed Uniform Day Policy:
Cadets are required to wear their JROTC uniform all day on uniform days. Cadets who miss a
uniform wear are required to wear it the next day they will be attending JROTC class. Cadets who
miss uniform days (And do not make them up within the time allotted) will be assigned these
consequences:
For one uniform day missed the cadet will receive a zero on the uniform for that week. Also,
the cadet will receive an additional 15 demerits. For two uniform days missed the cadet will
receive another zero for the week. Also, the cadet will receive an additional 15 demerits. For
three uniform days missed the cadet will receive another zero on the uniform for the week. The
cadet will be placed on suspended demotion. The cadet will also receive a call home and
parents will be asked as to why the cadet is not wearing their uniform. Also, the cadet will
receive an additional 15 demerits. For four uniform days missed the cadets will receive a
demotion and possible loss of leadership position (If they are holding rank or a position). The
cadet will receive a zero for the uniform wear of the week. The cadet will also receive a call
home and parents will be asked as to why the cadet is not wearing their uniform. Also, the
cadet will receive an additional 15 demerits. For five uniform days missed the cadet will
receive a demotion, loss of leadership position, a zero (0) for the week, recommended for after
school detention, and receive a call to a parent. The possibility of the cadet receiving a failing
grade for the quarter is feasible. Also, the cadet will receive an additional 15 demerits.
NOTE: All of that above will be subject to substitutions by the SAI/A
Leilehua High School Army JROTC follows all regulations and standards IAW CCR 145-2,
CCR 145-3, DA PAM 670-1, and AR 670-1.