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Buchholz High School

Florida - 821

Air Force Junior

ROTC

Cadet Guide 2015-2016 School Year

Air Force Junior ROTC FL-821 Cadet Guide

Buchholz High School 17 August 2015

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Dear Cadet, 17 August 2015

Welcome to the AFJROTC Cadet Corps.

We hope that your goal this year is to gain an understanding of aerospace power and simultaneously

become knowledgeable, effective, productive, and proud members of the Buchholz High School Cadet

Corps. Each of you will learn about aerospace science, develop your leadership skills, and become

more acquainted with the civil, industrial, and military components of aerospace, thus becoming a more

responsible citizen. Our goal for you is to accomplish all the above while also having a lot of fun!

This cadet guide is designed to aid every cadet to obtain and maintain the high standards that will prepare

each of you for a position of leadership by stressing habits of order, self-reliance, self-discipline, and

pride in self, the unit, the school, and our country. This guide pertains to all cadets in the FL-821st

Cadet Corps, whether a cadet officer, a cadet non-commissioned officer, or a cadet airman.

Through this organization, you have an opportunity to directly affect other lives in a positive way and

bring honor and distinction to this unit, this school, and yourself. You will set the standards for other

AFJROTC Cadet Corps to emulate.

Working together, we will share a prosperous and exciting year full of opportunities for individual and

group growth.

James E. Roberts Jr. Ricky G. Price

Colonel, USAF (Ret) CMSgt, USAF (Ret)

Senior Aerospace Science Instructor Aerospace Science Instructor



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Introduction

The purpose of this Cadet Guide is to provide you with a source of information that will help you become a successful and

contributing member of the Buchholz High School Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet Corps. This guide contains basic

information concerning the academic, behavior, and grooming standards that each cadet must know. It provides information

on the course and how the cadet group is organized and provides policy guidelines on how the Group, the three Squadrons,

and each of the five Flights are expected to operate.

You will be expected to know the information in this guide and therefore must make every effort to learn what is in it, how to

use it, and generally become familiar with as much information as possible. The Table of Contents below is the key to

finding the information that you want. In addition to the chapter and paragraph titles, each attachment and figure is indexed

as well. Note that the paragraph, page, and figure number correspond to the chapter number. This guide will be used in the

development of a Cadet Airman Promotion Exam which you will be required to pass with a AC@ (70%) or better before you

will be eligible to receive your first stripe.

CONTENTS

Chapter 1 - Mission of the AFJROTC Program ............................................................Number............................Page

Background ........................................................................................................ 1.1 .................................... 1

Mission Statement .............................................................................................. 1.2 .................................... 1

Motto..................................................................................................... ............. 1.3..................................... 1

AFJROTC Objectives ......................................................................................... 1.4 .................................... 1

Expectations ........................................................................................................ 1.5 .................................... 2

Chapter 2 - Program Benefits

General ....................................................................................................... ....... 2.1 .................................... 3

Recognition ........................................................................................................ 2.2 .................................... 3

Certificate of Training ........................................................................................ 2.3 .................................... 3

Certificate of Completion ................................................................................... 2.4 .................................... 3

College Credit .................................................................................................... 2.5 .................................... 3

Service Academy Appointments ......................................................................... 2.6 .................................... 3

Scholarships ....................................................................................................... 2.7 .................................... 4

Chapter 3 - Cadet Conduct and Classroom Procedures

Classroom/Program Code of Conduct ................................................................. 3.1 .................................... 5

Classroom Procedures ........................................................................... ............. 3.2 .................................... 6

Behavior ............................................................................................................ 3.3 .................................... 7

Military Etiquette ............................................................................................... 3.4 .................................... 8

Chapter 4 - Uniform Procedures and Supply Accounts

General .............................................................................................................. 4.1 .................................... 9

Supply Procedures .............................................................................................. 4.2 .................................... 9

Which Uniform to Wear ..................................................................................... 4.3 .................................... 9

When to Wear the Uniform ................................................................................ . 4.4 .................................... 9

Responsibilities ................................................................................................... 4.5 .................................... 10

How to Wear the Uniform ................................................................................... 4.6 .................................... 11

Unauthorized Wear of the Uniform ..................................................................... 4.7 .................................... 11

Distinctive Uniform Items ................................................................................... 4.8 .................................... 12



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Wear of Insignia and Badges ..................................................................... .......... 4.9 .................................... 12

Chapter 5 - AFJROTC Grooming Standards

General ............................................................................................................... 5.1 .................................... 13

Common Standards ............................................................................................. 5.2 .................................... 13

Female Standards................................................................................. ................ 5.3 .................................... 13

Male Standards.................................................................................................... 5.4 .................................... 13

Failure to Meet Standards ................................................................................... 5.5 .................................... 14

Personal Hygiene ................................................................................................ 5.6 .................................... 14

Physical Conditioning ......................................................................................... 5.7 .................................... 14

Chapter 6 - AFJROTC Grading System

General ............................................................................................................... 6.1 .................................... 15

AFJROTC Standards .......................................................................................... 6.2 .................................... 15

Grades ................................................................................................................ 6.3 .................................... 15

Academic Tests .................................................................................................. 6.4 .................................... 15

Weekly Inspections ............................................................................................. 6.5 .................................... 15

Academic Ace Program ...................................................................................... 6.6 .................................... 15

Chapter 7 - Cadet Rank and Grade

General ............................................................................................................... 7.1 .................................... 16

Use of Titles ........................................................................................................ 7.2 .................................... 16

Permanent Grade and Merit Grade ...................................................................... 7.3 .................................... 16

Cadet Rank ......................................................................................................... Fig 7.1............................... 17

Permanent Cadet Grade ...................................................................................... Fig 7.2............................... 17

Unit Manning Document .................................................................................... Fig 7.3............................... 18

Chapter 8 - Promotion of Cadets

Purpose .............................................................................................................. 8.1 .................................... 19

Permanent Promotions ....................................................................................... 8.2 .................................... 19

Cadet Positions and Rotation .............................................................................. 8.3 .................................... 19

Merit Promotions ................................................................................................ 8.4 .................................... 20

Enlisted Merit Promotion .................................................................................... 8.5 .................................... 20

Officer Merit Promotion ...................................................................................... 8.6 .................................... 20

Enlisted Promotion Criteria ................................................................................. 8.7 .................................... 20

Officer Promotion Criteria …............................................................................... 8.8 .................................... 20

PEP Promotions .................................................................................................... 8.9 .................................... 20

Posting of Promotions ......................................................................................... 8.10 .................................. 20

Chapter 9 - Military Training

Drill and Ceremonies .......................................................................................... 9.1 .................................... 21

Weekly Personal Inspections ............................................................................... 9.2 .................................... 21

Military Courtesy ................................................................................................ 9.3 .................................... 22

Summer Leadership/Orientation Camp ............................................................... 9.4 .................................... 23

Basic Training Test ............................................................................................. 9.5 .................................... 23

Chapter 10 - Cadet Flag Detail

General .............................................................................................................. 10.1..................................... 24

General Guidelines for Reveille & Retreat .......................................................... 10.2..................................... 24



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Chapter 11 - President=s Physical Fitness (PPF) Program

General .............................................................................................................. 11.1..................................... 25

Purpose .............................................................................................................. 11.2..................................... 25

Program Structure .............................................................................................. 11.3..................................... 25

PPF Evaluation................................................................................................... 11.4..................................... 25

Behavior ............................................................................................................ 11.5..................................... 25

PPF Award ........................................................................................................ 11.6..................................... 25

PPF Exercises ................................................................................................... Fig 11.1-11.6....................... 26-27

Personal Fitness Conversion Chart .................................................................... Fig 11.7-11.8....................... 28-32

Chapter 12 - Special Activities

General .............................................................................................................. 12.1..................................... 33

Activities ........................................................................................................... 12.2..................................... 33

Chapter 13 - AFJROTC Awards and Decoration Program

General .............................................................................................................. 13.1..................................... 35

National Organization Awards ........................................................................... 13.2..................................... 35

AFJROTC Sponsored Awards ............................................................................ 13.3..................................... 36

Locally Sponsored Awards ................................................................................. 13.4..................................... 36

Chapter 14 - Kitty Hawk Air Society

General .............................................................................................................. 14.1..................................... 38

Membership ....................................................................................................... 14.2..................................... 38

Membership Procedures ..................................................................................... 14.3..................................... 38

KHAS Organization ........................................................................................... 14.4..................................... 39

Appendices

AFJROTC Staff Work ........................................................................................ App. A................................ 40

Cadet Contract.................................................................................................... App. B................................ 42

Air Force JROTC Cadet Hand Receipt.................................................................... App. C................................ 44

Job Description for Leadership Positions.............................................................. App. D................................ 45

Cadet/Active Duty Grade Insignia, Badges, and Uniform....................................... App. E................................ 56



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Chapter 1

MISSION OF THE AFJROTC PROGRAM 1.1. Background

1.1.1._ Congress passed and the president signed

Public Law 88-647,AReserve Officers Training Corps

Vitalization Act@ of October 13, 1964. This law provides the

authority to operate Air Force Junior Reserve Officers

Training Corps (AFJROTC) programs in secondary schools.

It states that cadets must be physically fit, a United States

citizen and at least fourteen years of age. Through this act of

the 88th

Congress, twenty high schools in our nation were

selected to begin the new AFJROTC Program. Buchholz

High School=s program began in 1982. Presently, there are

over eight hundred high schools world-wide with an

AFJROTC program. You can be proud of being an

AFJROTC cadet at Buchholz High School.

1.1.2. Air Force Instruction (AFI 36-2010),

AJunior Reserve Officer Training Corps,@ prescribes the

operation of AFJROTC units. Schools hosting AFJROTC

units enter into a contract with the Air Force to offer the

course of instruction provided by the Air Force. In that

contract, the school agrees to limit membership in the unit to

students who maintain acceptable standards of academic

achievement and conduct. This is the authority under which

a cadet will be removed from the course for improper

conduct.

1.1.3. AFJROTCI 36-2001, AAir Force Junior

ROTC Operations,@ prescribes the policies and procedures for

AFJROTC units. It gives guidance for organizing the cadet

corps and provides other direction in the operation of the

FL-821 AFJROTC cadet squadron. AFJROTCI 36-2001 is

also the primary reference for this guide.

1.1.4. AFJROTCI 36-2001 also establishes

policies, procedures, and standards governing the wear of

cadet uniforms in our program. This Instruction is also the

basis for requiring AFJROTC cadets to maintain the same

active duty Air Force personal grooming standards

established in AFI 36-2903.

1.1.5. Buchholz High School offers Aerospace

Science (AFJROTC) as a three or four year elective course

granting one academic credit for each year of successful

completion. Students are enrolled into the course by

completing a ACadet Contract@ which is an educational type

contract. Cadets who pass AFJROTC and who desire to

enroll for a second or subsequent year must complete a new

ACadet Contract.@ Third year cadets=s desiring to re-enroll

must meet a strict selection criteria that is based upon attitude,

interest, behavior, attendance, instructor recommendation,

test scores, working to one=s ability and predicted success as a

fourth year cadet. A sample of the ACadet Contract@ can be

found in Appendix B.

1.2. Mission Statement. The mission of the Air Force

Junior ROTC program at Buchholz High School is to

ADevelop citizens of character, dedicated to serving their

nation and community.@

1.3. Motto. The motto of Air Force Junior ROTC is

ABuilding Better Citizens for America.@ The motto of

FL-821 is ARespect the Past, Represent the Future.@

1.4. AFJROTC Objectives. The objectives of the Air

Force Junior ROTC cadet program 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. In trying to

do this, the program places special emphasis on those qualities

associated with good citizenship such as responsibility,

integrity, honesty and leadership. As such, AFJROTC

students should work to develop the qualities listed below:

a) An appreciation of the basic elements and

requirements for national security.

b) Respect for, and an understanding of, the need

for constituted authority in a democratic society.

c) Patriotism and an understanding of their

personal obligation to contribute toward national

security.

d) Habits of orderliness and precision.

e) A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance,

and leadership.

f) A broad based knowledge of the aerospace age

and fundamental aerospace doctrine.

g) Basic military skills.

h) A knowledge of and appreciation for the

traditions of the Air Force.

i) An interest in completing high school and

pursuing higher educational goals or skills, and;

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1.5. Expectation 1.5.1. AFJROTC is a course which

emphasizes self-discipline and self-reliance. Some

consider the program to be overly strict, while others do

not. However, it must be clear to all that cadets are

expected to meet certain minimum standards in order to be

successful in AFJROTC. This Guide will provide cadets

with the details of those standards.

1.5.2. The instructors believe strongly in group

and individual promptness, preparedness, participation,

courtesy, discipline, self control and respect to others and

therefore give these high priority. In addition, cadet

behavior and grooming standards must be maintained at

the same high level expected of an individual the military.

1.5.3. Cadets are expected to establish

individual and group goals. Once established, all must

cooperate and work together to reach those goals. Strict

timetables and deadlines are generally established.

Failure to meet deadlines will effect eligibility for

promotion and awards consideration.

1.5.4. The academic phase of the program

incorporates aspects of history, social studies and science.

The leadership education phase of the AFJROTC program

has less academic intensity but requires a high degree of

self-discipline and teamwork. The course includes

home-work, reading, writing and class presentations with a

strong emphasis upon completing work on time.

Academic grades are earned in both Aerospace Science

and Leadership Education. A combined grade is given for

the marking period. There are quizzes, tests and final

examinations in the AFJROTC program.

1.5.5. The cadet leaders in each flight (class) are

responsible for the beginning and the end of each class

period. They may also be responsible for some activities

during class. The integrity of this leadership process must

be preserved and respected by each cadet cooperating with

the program.

1.5.6. As a young person you will be challenged

by the rather high standards expected of you. However,

when you consider these standards, they do not differ from

those of any successful team or group. A Bobcat football

player does not tell his coach that he forgot there was a

practice, or that he forgot his assignment during a game.

A marching band member does not tell the conductor that

he or she forgot their music or uniform. A drama club

member does not forget their costume for a play

performance. The philosophy under which we would like

cadets to operate is to ask themselves, AIf this were a job,

would I still be working here tomorrow?@ Your answer to

this question will determine how well you do in this

program.

Air Force Song

Off we go into the wild blue yonder,

Climbing high into the sun;

Here they come zooming to meet our thunder,

At=em boys, giv=er the gun!

Down we dive spouting our flame from under,

Off with one heck-uv-a roar!

We live in fame or go down in flame,

Nothing can stop the US Air Force.

Minds of men fashioned a crate of thunder,

Sent it high into the blue;

Hands of men blasted the world asunder,

How they lived God only knew!

Souls of men dreaming of skies to conquer

Gave us wing, ever to soar.

With scouts before and bombers galore,

Nothing can stop the US Air Force!

Here is a toast to the host of those who love the

vastness of the sky.

To a friend we send the message of his

brother men who fly.

We drink to those who gave their all of old.

Then down we roar to score the rainbow=s pot of gold.

A toast to the host of men we boast,

The US Air Force.

Off we go into the wild sky yonder,

Keep the wings level and true!

If you=d live to be a gray-haired wonder

Keep the nose out of the blue!

Flying men guarding our nation=s borders,

We=ll be there followed by more.

In echelon we carry on!

Nothing >ll stop the US Air Force



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Chapter 2

PROGRAM BENEFITS

2.1. General. Cadets who are active in the learning

process and who develop self-discipline and self-reliance

will stand to gain significant benefits from the AFJROTC

program. In addition to gaining a clearer understanding

of the world around them, cadets can also benefit from the

following.

2.2. Recognition. In addition to national awards from

civic and patriotic organizations, active cadets are eligible

for academic, leadership, and service awards from within

the program. These awards are ribbons and medals that

are worn on the cadet uniform and are readily seen by

others as evidence of their achievement. Cadets who

work up to their ability and work hard can earn promotion

in the form of cadet rank. This will provide valuable

leadership experience which will be extremely useful in

later life. In addition, one elective course credit toward

high school graduation is given for each year of

AFJROTC successfully completed. Finally, satisfactory

completion of two years of Aerospace Science Academic

Course may be used to offset one of the HOPE and

performing arts core credits.

2.3. Certificate of Training. An Air Force ACertificate

of Training@ is given for successful completion of two

years of the AFJROTC program. In addition, if a cadet

should choose to enlist into a branch of the armed

services, the leadership education and overall experiences

from the program will make basic training, and the

transition into the military lifestyle much easier.

“The proper blend of aspiration (setting high goals for

yourself) and inspiration (using your brain matter),

mixed with a whole lot of perspiration (good old

fashioned hard work) will produce excellence in

everything you do.”

BAnonymous

2.4. Certificate of Completion. A ACertificate of

Completion@ is given for successful completion of three

or more years of AFJROTC. A note of caution: the

definition of Asuccessful completion@ is at the discretion

of the Commandant of Cadets. In general, an average

grade of AC@ and course credit are considered Asuccessful

completion.@ This certificate should enable a cadet who

chooses to enlist in a branch of the armed services to

receive advanced rank. For example, if you enlist in the

Air Force and have received a ACertificate of Completion@ (satisfactorily completed three or more years of JROTC),

you may enter two grades higher (E-3) than other

enlistees (E-1). This higher grade when entering the

service means increased pay, added responsibilities, and

opportunities, so in essence, JROTC is paying you to

perform.

2.5. College Credit. If you successfully complete three

or four years of Air Force Junior ROTC and enroll in an

Air Force ROTC program in college, you may receive

credit for the first year of the four-year college ROTC

program as well as improve your opportunity to gain an

Air Force ROTC one-, two-, or three-year scholarship

while in college. This scholarship can provide all tuition,

fees, and book costs while in scholarship status. In

addition, a tax free allowance is also provided to the

scholarship student. Additionally, qualified cadets are

eligible for consideration for the guaranteed scholarship

program established for AFJROTC cadets while in high

school. (see paragraph 2.7 )

2.6. Service Academy Appointments. Schools

holding AFJROTC honor unit status may nominate up to

five cadets to the United States Air Force Academy

(Colorado Springs, CO). To be eligible for a nomination,

cadets must successfully complete at least two years of

AFJROTC upon graduation from high school.

Additionally, JROTC have an advantage over

non-JROTC students as academy selection committees

normally give extra-weight to students who have excelled

in high school JROTC as cadets have shown a

willingness/ability to accept the demands of the military

lifestyle. Additionally, the other service academies (i.e.

West Point and Annapolis) also tend to view a person=s

time in JROTC as a plus when considering people for

appointments to their schools.

“Ninety-nine percent of the failures come

from people who have the habit of making

excuses.”

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2.7. Air Force JROTC College ROTC Scholarships. Students enrolled in High School AFJROTC units may

also compete for college ROTC scholarships directly

through HQ ROTC. These scholarships are limited

primarily to technical areas of study, such as engineering,

math, computer science, etc., but will normally qualify

students for scholarships with lower GPAs/SAT scores

than non-AFJROTC competitors. To be eligible, you

must have completed two years of AFJROTC by the time

you graduate from high school and have earned the

required GPAs/SAT levels. There are several types of

these scholarships and varying amounts of money available

through each. Obviously, the better your grades, SAT

scores, and progression in the JROTC program, the more

money you will receive. Competition for these

scholarships begins in the fall of a cadet=s senior year, but

don=t wait until then to start preparing to win a

scholarship. Instead, hit the books now; get active in

JROTC and other school activities now so you will be a

qualified candidate when it comes time to compete. If

you win one of these scholarships the Air Force not only

pays up to full tuition, fees/books and spending money,

but it also guarantees you a commission as a second

lieutenant in the United States Air Force working in a

challenging and rewarding job.

ANever pass up an opportunity to keep your

mouth shut!@

- General Charles Horner



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Chapter 3

CADET CONDUCT AND CLASSROOM PROCEDURES

3.1. Classroom Code of Conduct. In order for an

organization to operate efficiently and effectively, there

must be rules and regulations to go by. This is certainly

true of Buchholz High School Air Force Junior ROTC

where we are attempting to develop your leadership and

followership skills in a simulated military environment.

You will find that most of our rules are in fact school rules,

but we will strictly enforce them to ensure that the

necessary military atmosphere is maintained. Violations

of these rules can affect your opportunity for success,

advancement, and in some cases even participation in

JROTC sponsored activities. Below we have listed some

of the more important rules that we think, after you read

them, you will agree that the secret to success in JROTC

and in life is to treat all people and things with RESPECT.

Classroom Conduct

DO: $ Show respect for the American Flag and the Air Force uniform at all times.

$ Follow the instructions of those in a position of authority over you.

$ Take pride in yourself and in this cadet corps.

$ Be polite, courteous, and respectful at all times.

$ Strive for excellence in everything you do.

$ Be the Aexample for others to follow.@ $ Be punctual to class.

$ Bring required materials (paper, pencils, etc.) to class every day.

$ Be by your seat or in your assigned position when the class bell rings.

$ Be alert and attentive in class.

$ Raise your hand and wait until called on prior to contributing to the class.

$ Leave the classroom clean with tables properly aligned.

$ Follow all school policies on student discipline while in the JROTC area.

DON=T $ Wear sunglasses or hats in the classroom.

$ Bring food or drinks in the class.

$ DON’T CHEW GUM IN ANY JROTC PORTABLE!

$ Sit on top of desks or other furniture.

$ Place feet on chairs, desks, tables or walls.

$ Write on or deface desks, tables, chairs or walls.

$ Make noise, talk, pass notes, create disturbances, or throw things in class.

$ Disturb pictures, models, or bulletin boards.

$ Read or work on anything other than AFJROTC material without permission.

$ Leave the classroom without the instructor=s permission.

$ Write on the whiteboard without the instructor=s permission.

$ Talk when the instructor is teaching or when someone else has the floor.

$ Enter any office area without the permission of the person in charge of that area.

$ Post announcements or alter them without expressed approval.

$ USE YOUR CELL PHONE IN ANY WAY!!! $ Haze cadets -- Both supervisors and individual cadets will be expected to maintain proper military poise and bearing at

all times. Cadets in the JROTC program must be well behaved and in control of their actions. There will be no

hazing or harassing of any cadet by other cadets or the staff B EVER!!

Figure 3.1.



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3.2. Classroom Procedures. All will be conducted

using proper military procedures and discipline.

3.2.1. Classroom Seating. Your seating position

in the class is determined by what leadership position you

have within the class (we call it a flight) as seen in Figure

3.2. The three top positions in the flight are the flight

commander, flight sergeant and the flight guide. The

flight commander and flight sergeants will sit in the rear

left of the room, with the flight guide sitting at a table in

the front right corner. The element leaders and their

assistants will sit at the beginning of their respective row.

Members of each element will sit within the row of their

respective element leader. These tables face to the front

of the classroom and are in position to easily observe the

instructor or speaker at the front of the room. The flight

commander is in charge of the flight; the flight sergeant is

in charge during the absence of the flight commander; the

guide carries the guidon (a flight pennant) and regulates

the rate/direction that the flight marches; the element

leaders are in charge of the members of their element and

are responsible to the flight commander, and the assistant

element leaders are responsible to the element leader and

are in charge of the

element in the absence of the element leader.

3.2.2. Beginning Class Procedures:

3.2.2.1. Forming the Flight. After the

tardy bell rings, the flight commander (or flight sergeant,

flight guide, then 1st element leader, etc. in the absence

of those ahead in the chain of command) will call the

flight to attention. (If not at your seat when this

command is given you will be marked tardy.) After

the flight is at attention next to their assigned seats, the

flight commander directs the flight guide AGuide Post.@

At this command, the flight guide, in a military manner,

will move the flight guidon from the case and post it in the

stand in the front right corner of the classroom. After

posting the guidon, the guide will do a salute the flight

commander and report, Aguidon posted, sir/ma=am.@

While the guide is posting the guidon, all members of the

flight should stay at attention, as this flag represents the

strength, teamwork, camaraderie, and esprit de corps of

you and the other members of the flight.

Figure 3.2

Air Force Junior ROTC

CLASSROOM SEATING CHART

(Front of Classroom)

1

st El

Ldr

Asst El

Ldr

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Flt

Guide

2

nd El

Ldr

Asst El

Ldr

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

3

rd El

Ldr

Asst El

Ldr

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Flt

CC

Flt

Sgt

4

th El

Ldr

Asst El

Ldr

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Cadet

Figure 3.2



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3.2.2.2. Pledge of Allegiance. When

the Pledge of Allegiance is given during the first period, all

cadets (whether or not in uniform) will stand at attention

and properly state the pledge.

3.2.2.3 Reporting In. After the flight=s

guidon has been posted, the flight commander directs,

AElements, Report.@ (Prior to this command, all element

leaders should have noted any absent cadets from their

element.) At this command, each element leader, in turn,

salutes the flight commander and reports any absences, by

name, from their element. The salute is maintained and

proper replies by the element leader would include: ASir

(Ma=am), first element, all cadets present and/or accounted

for, Sir (Ma=am)@or ASir (Ma=am), second element, cadets

Jones and Smith missing, Sir (Ma=am).@ The flight

commander would then return the salute at which point the

element leader would drop the salute. If for some reason

the element leader is absent, the assistant element leader

will report the absences; if both are absent, the cadet closest

to the element leader=s seat will report absences. After all

of the elements have reported, the flight commander will

give the command, ASeats.@ At this command, all

members of the flight will take their seats and remain silent.

3.2.2.4. Taking Attendance. This is nor-

mally the responsibility of the flight sergeant. After the

cadets are seated, the flight sergeant will call the cadets= last

name in order. When your name is called, the proper reply

is AHere, Sergeant.@ If for some reason the flight

commander or any other officer is calling the roll, your

proper reply would be, AHere, sir@ or AHere, ma=am.@ 3.2.2.5. Announcements. After

attendance is taken, the flight commander will read any

pertinent announcements. Announcements can cover

many different topics from staff meeting notes, to passing

around sign-up sheets for an upcoming field trip. This is

the time set aside each day for the cadet staff to relay

information to the cadet corps, so please pay attention.

After the announcements, the flight commander turns the

class over to the instructor.

3.2.2.6. Tardies. Cadets are expected to

be by their assigned seats, with all personal items placed on

the floor under your seat, when the class bell rings so that

the flight commander can begin opening procedures. If

you are not by your seat when the bell rings, you are

considered tardy. The first unexcused tardy, each nine

weeks, you will receive a warning; the second, you will be

restricted from JROTC facilities; the third, you will be

referred to the Dean=s Office for Saturday school. In

addition, you will lose participation points for each tardy as

follows:

1 = 5 pts 5 = 45 pts

2 = 10 pts 6 = 70 pts

3 = 15 pts 7 = 100 pts

4 = 25 pts

If you should arrive late to class, you should take just one

step into the room, stop, and assume the position of

attention. Remain at attention until class opening

procedures are complete and then ask the flight

commander, ASir (Ma=am), permission to join the class.@

When directed to do so, you will take your seat or proceed

to stand at the back of the class, depending on the

circumstances. These same procedures apply if the SASI

or ASI are in charge of the class at the time of your arrival,

except you will stand at attention until the instructor

recognizes you.

3.2.3. Ending Class Procedures. Normally, the

class instructor will try to end the class instruction 2 to 3

minutes prior to the bell. This time should be used by the

flight commander for any last minute reminders of future

activities. When the class bell does ring, the flight

commander will call the flight to attention. After all

movement has stopped and cadets are standing behind their

seats, the flight commander will formally dismiss the class.

Cadets must not leave the class until dismissed by the flight

commander or his/her stand-in.

3.3 Behavior. Cadets must be well behaved and in

control of their actions at all times. Misbehaving will not

be tolerated and will result in immediate corrective action

by the instructors or group staff. If you find that you

cannot live by these rules, we suggest you find a class other

than Air Force Junior ROTC to act up in.

3.3.1. If you are the type of person who

consistently gets into trouble, you can almost be assured

that you will not progress in the JROTC program. We

cannot appoint people as cadet leaders if they do things that

get them suspended or in trouble. Nor can we make

leaders of cadets that constantly earn detention, give other

teachers a hard time, spend most of their waking hours in

the dean=s office for misbehaving, skipping school, or

otherwise breaking school and JROTC rules. Just follow

the rules and everyone will be the better for it.

3.3.2. Each cadet in the corps is expected to

demonstrate the utmost of integrity. The honor code,

which is stated at the end of this paragraph, is very specific

and clear as to what it means to each and every cadet. It

means we all must be honorable in everything that we do

but also, and in many cases the more difficult task, we must

demand that all those around us must live up to those same

high standards. It means that we all must live a life free of

lying, cheating or stealing; be individuals of the utmost

integrity who follow the rules because it is the right thing to

do. It means that if you see a friend cheating on a test, you

need to get him/her to stop or you have an obligation to turn

the cheater in. This is not easy to do for many of us, but

most of the really good things in life are difficult in one way

or another. There is nothing more important than an

individual=s honor and integrity because without those, no

one will trust you. Work hard to live by this code and

promote it to all those around you and you will live a happy

and prosperous life.



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3.3.3. Cadets may be disenrolled from JROTC

for any of the following infractions:

$ Violation of the trust, integrity, and behavior

standards of the Honor Code.

$ Demonstrated lack of willingness/desire to

perform in accordance with the high standard

expected of Buchholz High School Air Force

Junior ROTC cadets.

$ Demonstrated indifference toward the

program, misconduct or unacceptable character

traits that conflict with the standards expected

of a cadet.

3.3.4. Cadets should be willing to assist other

cadets at all times in a sense of cooperation and the desire to

reach group goals.

3.4. Military Etiquette. This subject will be covered

in detail during military training classes. However, in

order to emphasize some of the important areas, we will

cover some of the military customs and courtesies.

3.4.1. Use of Titles. Civilians are addressed as

Mr., Mrs., Miss and Ms. Military people are addressed by

their military rank. Cadets may be addressed as Mr. or

Miss, or by their cadet rank, such as ACadet Sergeant Smith@ or ACadet Captain Jones.@ Address your Commandant of

Cadets as AColonel Roberts@ and your Aerospace Science

Instructor as AChief Price.@ 3.4.2. Use of Sir and Ma=am. It is a sign of

respect to elders or superiors to address them as ASir@ or

AMa=am,@ so try not to resist it. The more you use it, the

easier it becomes to use and soon you will attract equal

respect from others. When this practice is used outside of

JROTC, it will produce equally satisfying results,

especially from parents and teachers.

3.4.3. Conversation Etiquette. Words like

APlease,@ AThank you,@ and AMay I= are important for all of

us to use. Do not interrupt others and do respect other

people=s opinions as you would want them to respect yours.

While in formation, it is proper to request permission to

speak by raising your right hand and when recognized by

the person in charge say, ASir (Ma=am), request permission

to speak.@ 3.3.4. Respect for Authority. Responsible and

successful citizens develop respect for authority.

Authorities are those who have been appointed over you:

the school principal, your teachers, and cadet leaders, etc.

Cadets are expected to respect the authority given to other

cadets. Because of cadet rotations through the flight and

staff positions, sometimes cadets with lesser experience and

younger in age may be placed in a position of authority over

you. It is part of the learning experience for you to extend

the proper courtesy to all cadets, regardless of age or

experience. A courteous cadet always reflects positively

upon himself, the cadet corps, this school and the

community.

3.4.5. Common Courtesy. During class, when-

ever the command AAt Ease@ is given, all talking will stop.

If you leave the classroom during the period to go outside

for military training, proceed quickly and quietly. When

you return, go directly to you seat and stand at attention

until ordered to take your seat by the flight commander.

FL-821st Honor Code

“I will not lie, cheat, or steal nor tolerate those among us that do!”



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Chapter 4

UNIFORM PROCEDURES AND SUPPLY ACCOUNTS

4.1. General. The United States Air Force uniform is

the symbol of a proud and honorable service. Air Force

men and women wear it proudly in the best tradition of the

service. AFJROTC cadets are issued the same uniform

worn by the United States Air Force with the exception of a

distinctive shoulder patch and the different uniform/grade

insignia. The instructors and upper class cadets will do all

that is possible to ensure that cadets at all levels wear the

uniform correctly and neatly in order to uphold the dignity

of the Air Force, AFJROTC, their fellow cadets and

themselves. Remember, while in uniform you represent

both the United States Air Force and Buchholz High School,

in addition to yourself. The manner in which you wear the

uniform will reflect upon every cadet in our group.

4.2. Supply Procedures: 4.2.1. Uniform Account. You will be issued, on a

loan basis, a properly fitted uniform that must be signed for,

kept clean and in good repair, and turned in upon request.

All items remain the property of the Air Force. Your

parents or guardians must give their consent prior to being

issued a uniform. The Cadet Hand Receipt (Appendix C) is

used to indicate which items you have in your possession

and are responsible for. Your parent=s and your signature

indicates an agreement to care for the Air Force property and

that you will pay for any replacement costs due to your lack

of proper care.

4.2.1.1. Opening. When you receive your

cadet uniform, you will have an open uniform and

equipment account in the AFJROTC supply room.

Everything that is checked out to you is listed on this

account. All items are loaned to you by the Air Force and

they must be accounted for at all times. Remember: as an

extra bonus, turning your Uniform Account Form in early or

on time earns points toward Honor Flight!

4.2.1.2. Exchanges. Any uniform item that

becomes unserviceable through normal wear and tear can be

replaced at no cost to you. Any uniform item that does not

fit properly can be replaced or exchanged at no charge.

Bring the article in question to the AFJROTC supply room

for adjustment. When you must exchange or turn in a

uniform item, make sure it is Afreshly@ dry cleaned or

laundered. When articles are lost, stolen or ruined because

of your personal irresponsibility, you must pay for them.

You are required to replace any uniform items that you

cannot account for as soon as possible. Do not wear the

uniform with items missing. You cannot bring a uniform in

on Wednesday (normal uniform day) for exchange or

adjustment and expect to be excused from the inspection.

Make all adjustments on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or

Friday. Remember, there is only one way to wear the

AFJROTC uniform, and that is properly and proudly.

4.2.1.3. Uniform Turn-In. At the end of the

school year, or if you leave Buchholz High School prior to

the end of the school year, your uniform account must be

properly closed. Everything that was issued must be

returned before you leave school with the exception of

ribbons, T-shirt and socks (retain if these items have been

worn). To properly close your account, everything must be

returned to the supply room, where you received it.

4.2.2. Equipment Accounts. Cadets are encour-

aged to participate in AFJROTC extra-curricular activities.

Special equipment such as replica rifles, helmets, berets,

belts, gloves, etc. are available in the supply room for these

activities

4.2.2.1. Issue. This special equipment will

be Asigned out@ on a Ahand receipt@ to the individual for their

use. While this equipment is in your possession, it is your

responsibility and it must be returned to the supply room

when the activities are finished.

4.3. Which Uniform to Wear. The instructors, in

conjunction with the Group Staff, will prescribe the

appropriate uniform to wear based upon the season and

circumstances. The guidelines used to select the

appropriate uniform are:

1. The formal or ceremonial participation of cadets

in uniform;

2. The attire of other participants or guests;

3. The weather.

A AUniform of the Day@ notice will be posted by the Cadet

Vice Commander on the Group Bulletin Board and will state

exactly which uniform to be worn. This notice should be

posted at least one full day prior to the event. It is the

cadet=s responsibility to wear the proper uniform.

4.4.When to Wear the Uniform. The uniform is to be worn

by all cadets one day each week, on the day prescribed as

Auniform day.@ That day will normally be on Wednesday,

which is Leadership Lab Day. Uniforms may be required

on other days due to special occasions, visitors, or activities.

The uniform may be worn only when authorized by the

instructors. When a cadet is earning extra credit for

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4.4.1. The uniform must be worn on the prescribed

uniform day. Absence from class on uniform day does

not excuse you from Amaking up uniform day.@ If you

are absent on uniform day and the absence is excused,

wear the uniform your first day back at school. Failure

to make up a missed uniform day will result in a grade of

zero for that week. If you anticipate being absent for

some reason and cannot wear the uniform on uniform day,

you may wear it on the day prior to uniform day, with

advanced and special permission of the ASI. (This will

have the same effect as turning in an assignment early) If

you are not in uniform on uniform day, a written excuse or

explanation from your parent or guardian must be

presented to the ASI. Some common excuses, that are

not acceptable and the replies you can expect from the

staff are:

4.4.1.1. AI forgot.@ (Poorest of excuses)

Reply: You must learn responsibility for your actions and

must plan ahead in order to meet your obligations.

4.4.1.2. AMy mother forgot.@ (Next to the

poorest excuse.) Reply: Do not depend upon your

mother for things which by now should be your personal

responsibility. Besides, we don=t give grades to your

mother, we give them to you.

4.4.1.3. AIt=s in the cleaners.@ (Poor excuse.)

Reply: Inspect your uniform when you take it off on

Wednesday afternoon. If it needs cleaning, take it in

Wednesday (after school) or Thursday and request it by

Friday.

4.4.1.4. AThe trousers are torn!@ or AThe

zipper broke.@ Reply: Advise the ASI when it happens.

If it just happened, perhaps it was caused by last minute

rushing or by not taking proper care. (Costly in time and

money)

4.4.1.5. ANo excuse, Sir.@ (Honest.) Reply:

CARE MORE!!

4.4.2. How you react and learn from your mis-

takes, problems, or failures is much more important than

the excuse or reason for your failure.

4.5. Responsibilities. You must take care of your

uniform and equipment items at all times. Do not lend

uniform items to other people. If they lose items issued to

you, you will still be held accountable. Do not leave them

in unlocked lockers or other places where they are not

secure. Do not try to turn them in to the school office or

any other place except the AFJROTC supply room. Lost

uniform items must be paid for to close your account.

4.5.1. In order for our cadet corps to present an

outstanding appearance, it is the responsibility of each

cadet to take pride in the proper maintenance of the

uniform. As a rule of thumb, all dark blue uniform

items must be dry cleaned and the light blue shirts

and blouses can be washed and pressed.

4.5.2. Flight caps have been a big

problem. Cadets lay them down and forget them or leave

them where they can be stolen. If you will remember to

tuck it under the belt (left side with opening to the rear),

you may not have the problem of paying for another cap.

As a backup measure, place your name on masking tape

inside your cap. This way, if the cap is found, it is much

easier to return. And, it may save you from paying for a

new one.

4.5.3. Shoes must be shined and the badges, in-

signia, belt buckle and other metallic devices must be

maintained in the proper luster and condition.

4.5.4. Coats, trousers/slacks/skirts must be

dry cleaned only. Shirts and blouses should be

laundered at home or the cleaners after each wear.

Ironing will make washed items look better. Exercise

care in cleaning to remove Aring around the collar.@ 4.5.5. Be alert for any uniform items left lying

around or misplaced by other cadets, ESPECIALLY

CAPS. Please turn them in to the ASI. Let=s work

together and help each other out.

4.5.6. Prepare your uniform completely the day

before you are to wear it and hang it in a place where you

will see it in the morning. That way you will not be

rushed at the last minute to find an item.

4.5.7. Do not alter the style or fit of the uniform

such as tapering the shirt or trousers/slacks, unless you

have the approval of the ASI.

4.5.8. Be extra careful to watch where you sit, lean

or walk so that the uniform (including shoes) does not

become excessively untidy or worn.

4.5.9. Keep your hands out of pockets, keep all

buttons buttoned and keep the jacket zipped at least half

way. Do not carry bulky articles in uniform pockets.

Items should not protrude from pockets such as combs,

pencils, etc. Do not carry pencils on your ear or pencils

and combs in your hair.

4.5.10. Trim loose threads and frayed

seams before wearing the uniform. If these are not

corrected by the weekly inspection it will result in the loss

of points.

4.5.11. Do not smoke, in or out of uniform,

and stay away from others that do. A cigarette burn in

the uniform renders it unserviceable and you will be billed

for the cost of replacement.

AIf you can=t get soldiers to wear their

uniforms properly and follow all the rules of

the organization, how can you expect them to

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4.6. How to Wear the Uniform. First determine

which uniform is prescribed. That information is

generally posted in the classroom at least one full day

prior to uniform day. If it is not posted, ask. Wear only

the uniform specified by the instructors. Do not mix

civilian and military uniform clothing.

4.6.1. Credit. To receive credit for uniform

day, you must wear the uniform to JROTC class. For

convenience, cadets are allowed to wear the uniform the

entire day including travel to and from school. There is

also the option to change into civilian clothes for other

classes; however, cadets must do it on their own time.

Cadets are not allowed to ask teachers if they can get a

pass to change—cadets will not miss class to change.

Most cadets find it easier to remain in uniform for the

entire day.

4.6.2. Caps. The headgear will be worn out-

doors at all times and will be removed upon entering a

building. This applies to both male and female cadets

and includes wearing the cap while operating bicycles,

unless safety headgear is worn. When the flight cap is

not being worn, it may be carried under the belt to the left

of the buckle between the first and second loop with

opening of the cap facing to the rear, unfolded. All

cadets will place their name in their cap on a piece of

masking tape to avoid a hassle when the cap is misplaced.

The cap is never carried under the shoulder epaulet.

Caps are removed when bowed in prayer. Buchholz

High School has been designated a Ano hat area.@ This

means that cadets are relieved of the responsibility to

wear caps while on the campus. There will be

exceptions to this, such as Change of Command Parade,

cadet photos, field trips, etc. Cadets will be informed of

these exceptions in the AUniform of the Day@ notice or by

special orders.

4.6.3. Service Coats. Service coats will be

buttoned completely at all times. Coats may be removed

inside the classroom if it is necessary to be comfortable.

Remember, coats are to be dry cleaned only.

4.6.4. Neckties and Tie Tabs. Neckties (male)

and tie tabs (female) must be worn with the service coat.

Ties will not be loosened, removed, nor tucked into the

trousers. The official Air Force tie tack or clasp may be

worn and when worn should be positioned halfway

between the tip of the tie and the knot. Remember,

neckties and tie tabs are to be dry cleaned only. 4.6.5. Short sleeve shirt/blouse. When worn as

the outer garment, name tags, badges, ribbons and the

rank lapel insignia are worn on the short sleeve shirt.

When directed by the SASI/ASI, citation cords and/or

neckties and tie tabs may be worn. Remember,

shirts/blouses should be laundered after each wear,

paying particular attention to the Aring around the collar.@ 4.6.6. Trousers/Slacks. Trousers/slacks are

worn with the belt and buckle. Trousers/slacks should be

hemmed in such a way that the front touches the shoe top

and slightly breaks the crease in front. In the back, they

should be hemmed where the shoe back meets the heel.

Neither trousers nor slacks should be altered unless

authorized by the ASI. Remember, trousers and slacks

must be dry cleaned only. 4.6.7. Shoes. Only one pair of shoes will be

issued each year. Shoes, as with all uniform parts, should

only be worn for AFJROTC approved activities. Shoes

should fit comfortably and allow for future growth.

Remember, a little shoe polish and edge dressing will

extend the wear and also improve the inspection grade.

4.6.8. Socks/hose. Male cadets will wear only

black socks with the uniform. Female cadets, when

wearing the skirt, must wear hose of a neutral shade which

complements the uniform. Hose must be sheer with no

design. Females may wear the slacks with or without

socks but if they wear socks they must be black in color.

4.6.9. Undershirts. Solid white AV@ neck T-

shirts must be worn with the men=s short sleeve shirt to

protect it and the coat from accumulating body odor.

Regular T-shirts with round necks, turtle necks, colors

other than white, or T-shirts with designs or logos are not

authorized.

4.6.10. Semi-formal Uniform. Male cadets will

be authorized to wear the blue uniform with white shirt

and issued tie on occasions such as the Military Ball.

Specific approval of the Commandant of Cadets must be

obtained before this uniform option can be worn. Female

cadets may wear a formal gown in prescribed events.

4.7. Unauthorized Wear of the Uniform: 4.7.1. No item of the United States Air Force

uniform may be worn by anyone except members of the

AFJROTC unit. Federal law prohibits, AWear Without

Authority,@ and states that, AAny person within the

jurisdiction of the United States who wears a uniform or

distinctive part of the uniform of the Armed Services

without authority is subject to the penalties prescribed in

Title 18, U.S.C. 702.@ Cadets violating this policy will be

advised of the impropriety of wearing the uniform under

these conditions and reported to the Commandant of

Cadets for disciplinary or disenrollment action. Cadets are

not permitted to wear the uniform, or any part of the

uniform or accessories, except to and from official

AFJROTC activities, unless approved by the SASI or

ASI.

ADo something every day that you don=t want

to do, this is the golden rule for acquiring the

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4.7.2. Uniforms will be worn only between home

and school or the site of the special event. You may not

wear the uniform while hitchhiking, or while participating

in sporting events, such as gym class. No part of the

uniform will be worn in PE classes or when participating

in physical games or activities. Disciplinary action will

be taken against violators.

4.7.3. Cadets will not wear the Air Force uniform

while participating in student demonstrations either as

participants or in the capacity of police or guards.

ABuild for your team a feeling of oneness, of

dependence upon one another and of strength

derived from unity.@ BVince Lombardi

4.7.4. When in uniform, proper military bearing

must be maintained at all times. Do not show affection

while wearing the uniform, this includes holding hands

and kissing. Public displays of affection (PDA) or hand

holding while in uniform is not considered proper.

Additionally, cadets must refrain from using

unprofessional language.

4.7.5. Wearing headsets or ear speakers, such as

the kind used with portable listening devices, is not

permitted in uniform or on the Buchholz campus.

4.8. Distinctive Uniform Items. Members of the

Color Guard, Drill Team and certain other cadets may be

authorized to wear distinctive uniform items such as

ascots, berets, cords, gloves and belts. These items are

accountable and use of these items will be prescribed at

time of issue.

4.9. Wear of Insignia and Badges. Cadets are

authorized to wear cap, lapel and rank insignia, patches,

name tags, ribbons, model rocket and flight badges.

Special orders authorize the wear of these items and

particular attention must be paid to placement of these

devices on the uniform.

4.9.1. Ribbons. Chapter 13, AAwards and

Decorations,@ describes the awards and decorations

available to cadets. Ribbons that are earned are worn in

the order of their importance (precedence), left to right,

top to bottom, as you look at them.

4.9.2. Medals. Medals are generally

worn onlyfor special occasions on the semiformal dress

uniform. Medals are centered on the left breast pocket

flap with the top edge of the medal on the pocket seam.

Medals and ribbons may be worn together on such

occasions.

4.9.3. Other ribbons. Ribbons earned

while enrolled in the Army, Navy, or Marine Corps

JROTC and specific Civil Air Patrol (CAP) awards may

be worn. Consult the Commandant of Cadets or the ASI

for the order of precedence. Be prepared to prove that

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Chapter 5

AFJROTC GROOMING STANDARDS

5.1. General. Helping to make the Air Force JROTC

program a unique course of instruction is its association

with the Air Force. AFJROTC cadets wear the same

United States Air Force uniform and have certain grooming

standards which must be met, just like the regular Air

Force. The pride that you have in your daily personal

appearance will greatly enhance the esprit de corps (spirit of

the corps) essential to a successful AFJROTC unit.

Therefore, it is most important for you to maintain a high

standard of personal appearance. The standard that applies

equally to all has four basic elements: neatness,

cleanliness, safety, and military image. This standard is

based on Air Force Instruction 36-2903 and applies to

cadets while in uniform. However, since cadets become

associated with the AFJROTC program, even when not in

uniform, they are encouraged to maintain the same high

personal grooming standards even when not in uniform.

5.1.1. Although cadets wear the uniform only one

day each week, you should know that even in civilian

clothes, your neatness and cleanliness reflects not only

upon you, but your family, your circle of friends, and upon

any organization to which you belong, AFJROTC included.

5.1.2. These same high standards of personal

appearance apply not only while in uniform, but also when

you are in the cadet area or while attending cadet functions.

Standards of excellence apply especially while you are in

uniform. Failure to meet these standards will influence

grades and could result in removal from the program.

5.2. Common Standards:

5.2.1. Hair Styles. Hair must be clean, well

groomed and neat. It must not contain excessive amounts

of grooming aids. Hair must be styled so it does not touch

the eyebrows when groomed or protrude below the front

band of properly worn headgear. (Exception: Hair may be

visible under the front of a female cadet=s flight cap.) The

hair must not be worn in an extreme or fad style such as

lines cut into the hair, a mohawk, ducktail, or braids (men)

or cornrows, pigtails, dog ears (women) or in such a way

that exceeds the length or bulk standards.

5.2.2. Jewelry. Members may wear conservative

wristwatches and rings. No more than a total of three (3)

rings may be worn on both hands at any one time. ID

bracelets are also permitted if they are neat, conservative

and not wider than one inch. Female cadets may wear

small, conservative white pearl, gold or silver spherical

earrings that fit tight against the ear and do not extend

below the earlobe.

Only one earring or healing post may be worn on or in each

earlobe. Male cadets may NOT wear earrings or healing

posts while in uniform or while at any AFJROTC activity.

5.2.3. Eyeglasses and Other Ornaments. Orna-

ments on the head, visible ornaments around the neck, and

ornamentation on eyeglass lenses are prohibited in uniform.

When not in formation, conservative sunglasses and

photosensitive-type eyeglasses may be worn outdoors.

AFaddish@ style sunglass lenses are not appropriate in

uniform.

5.2.4. Other Items. Wallets, checkbooks, pens,

pencils, watch chains or fobs, pins, jewelry, handkerchiefs,

combs, sunglasses, gloves, and so forth, are not to be

exposed while in uniform. Items which are carried in

uniform pockets should not detract from a proper military

image.

5.3. Female Standards:

5.3.1. Cosmetics. Must be conservative and in

good taste.

5.3.2. Hair Styles (Female). The hair must

be styled to present a professional appearance. The hair

must not extend in length on sides below an invisible line

drawn parallel to the ground at the bottom edge of the shirt

collar at the back of the neck. It must not exceed three

inches in bulk or prevent the proper wear of headgear. It

must not include hair ornamentation such as ribbons or

jeweled pins. Plain and conservative pins, combs, and

barrettes similar to the individual=s hair color may be worn

to keep hair in place.

5.3.3. Nail Polish. If worn while in uniform, nail

polish must be conservative in color and in good taste. It

must not contain any ornamentation. French tip nails are

allowed.

5.4. Male Standards:

5.4.1. Beards. Cannot be worn except for

health reasons when authorized by the Commandant of

Cadets upon the written recommendation of a physician.

5.4.2. Mustache. Must not extend downward

below the lip line of the upper lip or extend sideways

beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corner of the

mouth. Handlebar mustaches are prohibited.

5.4.3 Sideburns. If worn, must be neatly trimmed

and tapered in the same manner as the haircut.

Additionally, sideburns must not extend below the lowest

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5.4.4. Hair Styles (Male). Hair must have a

tapered appearance on the sides and back, both with and

without headgear. A tapered appearance is one that when

viewed from any angle outlines the individual=s hair so that

it conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the

termination point. The bulk (thickness) or depth of the

mass of hair must not exceed 1/4 inch at the termination

point. A block cut is permitted as long as a tapered

appearance is kept. The hair must not touch the ears and

only the closely cut or shaved hair on the back of the neck

may touch the collar. Hair must not exceed one and

one-quarter inches in bulk, regardless of length and it must

not contain or have any visible foreign items attached to it.

5.5. Failure to Meet Standards. Cadets must work

hard to continually meet the grooming standards. It is the

responsibility of upper class cadets to tactfully inform a

cadet when that standard has not been met. Cadets

informed of standard violations should take immediate

corrective action.

5.6. Personal Hygiene. Cadets are expected to observe

high standards of personal health, cleanliness and sanitary

practice. Cadets may be counseled and referred to the

school nurse if they fail to meet acceptable standards.

5.7. Physical Conditioning. Your physical condition

is important in AFJROTC. Cadets must be physically fit to

withstand the long periods of standing or marching in

formation. Because of the marching, cadets should eat a

nourishing meal to start the day. Additional information

on the AFJROTC Physical Fitness Program is contained in

Chapter 11.

“He that has learned how to obey will know how to command.”



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Chapter 6

AFJROTC GRADING SYSTEM

6.1. General. The AFJROTC grading system at

Buchholz High School is divided into three separate areas:

academic instruction, leadership training and

wellness/participation. Workbook assignments will

normally be completed during the class period to allow

more time for cadets to complete other subject work at

home.

6.2. AFJROTC Standards. Failure to maintain an

overall high school GPA of 2.0 will adversely affect

promotion opportunities in the cadet corps and limit

participation in AFJROTC extra-curricular activities.

6.2.1. Cadets will be tested on academic and

military training subjects throughout the school year. A

significant portion of the semester final exams are made up

directly from the individual chapter tests.

6.2.2. All academic and leadership grades are kept

numerically during the year. Just prior to the grades being

reported to the school, the numerical grades are averaged

and converted to a respective letter grade. A numerical

average between 90% and 100% is an AA@; 80% to 89% is a

AB@; 70% to 79% is a AC@; and 60% to 69% is a AD@. A

score of 59% or less results in an AF.@ All cadets are

expected to maintain a passing grade at all times.

6.3. Grades:

6.3.1. Nine Weeks Grades. At the end of each

nine weeks, all of your academic, leadership and

participation grades will be averaged. The result is your

nine weeks Aerospace Science grade which will be reported

to the school.

6.3.2. Semester Grades. Semester grades

consist of an average of both nine weeks grades.

6.3.3. Extra Credit. Periodically during the

school year, opportunities will be given to earn extra credit

towards semester or nine-week grades. Extra credit for the

leadership (uniform) grade may be earned by wearing the

uniform while participating in service projects, parades, etc.

You should know what your grade is and approach the

SASI or ASI for an extra credit assignment if you need the

help.

6.4. Academic Tests. 6.4.1. You may be tested on either academics or

military training subjects, sometimes both. A grade of

59% or less is an AF.@ You are expected to maintain a

passing grade at all times. Once again, you are in

competition with each person in your flight and if you wish

to win leadership positions or be recognized with awards,

you must always strive to be the best that you can be.

6.4.2. An unexcused or unauthorized absence

during a scheduled test period may result in test failure. If

you are absent, it is your responsibility to check with your

instructor the first day back for any assignment missed. It

is also your responsibility to make up any work or

examination as soon as possible after your return. All

missed exams (except for missed uniform wears) will be

made up not later than the first Tuesday you are back in

school, after the test. Missed uniform days must be made

up on the first day you return back to school after an

absence. (See chapter 4, item 4.4.1. for instructions on

missed uniform days.)

6.5. Weekly Inspections:

6.5.1. In computing the cadet=s leadership

grade, the personal inspection grade received on each

military training day is considered with all test grades.

Each cadet begins each uniform inspection day with a

perfect score of 100%. If infractions of the rules are noted,

a Agig@ or Ademerit@ is given and the perfect score is reduced

by five points. This grade is extremely important! Any

cadet who is present but fails to wear the uniform on

inspection day and does not have a valid excuse will receive

a grade of A0" for that inspection. If you are absent on

uniform day, remember to wear it on your first day back.

If you don=t wear it on your first day back because you

forgot, you will receive a A0" for that week=s inspection.

Wear of the uniform is extremely important to your grade,

so let=s wear it every week properly and proudly.

6.5.2. In addition to the uniform inspection

itself, other factors including citizenship are also evaluated

on uniform inspection day. These citizenship ratings are

determined by the cadet=s attitude, conduct, and compliance

with AFJROTC rules. Unacceptable behavior on leadership

days will result in a reduction of the inspection grade.

6.6. Academic Ace Program: 6.6.1. In recognition of superior academic achieve

ment, the AFJROTC at Buchholz High School has an

AAcademic Ace@ program which recognizes the 26 cadets

with the highest grade point average (GPA) in each nine

week period, with an honorable mention for those above a

3.0 GPA.

6.6.2. For a cadet at Buchholz High School to be

recognized on this board, he/she must earn a 3.0 GPA or

higher for the semester. GPA=s will be provided by the

SASI or ASI to Group Vice Commander who will update

the board for the current nine week period and prepare a

letter of congratulations to the recognized cadets.

Additional incentives for people earning this award will be

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Chapter 7

CADET RANK AND GRADE

7.1. General. The military is built on grade

seniority. The term Arank@ actually indicates the rank order

of grades. Anyone that has more rank than you is your

senior in grade. It also means the date that you were

promoted to your grade as compared to others of the same

grade. For instance, cadet officers are senior to all enlisted

grade cadets. Detailed explanations of this system will be

conducted in your military training classes. It is absolutely

necessary that you learn all cadet grades. You will see by

the grade chart that our cadets are divided into three

categories, which are as follows:

7.1.1. Cadet Airmen. At the lowest level are

the airmen cadets. Airman grades start with the grade of

AAirman Basic@ and go through ASenior Airman.@ There is

no grade insignia for an airman basic, an airman has one

stripe, an airman first class has two stripes, and a senior

airman has three stripes.

7.1.2. Cadet NCOs. The non-commissioned

officer grades are next. They begin with the grade of

ACadet Staff Sergeant@ (four stripes) and go through the

grade of ACadet Chief Master Sergeant@ (five stripes under

and three over). The term ANCO@ is an abbreviation for

non-commissioned officer. Cadets holding an NCO

position will be expected to lead other cadets with less

grade than themselves.

7.1.3. Cadet Officers. Cadet officers wear

their grade insignias on the shoulder epaulets of their shirts.

The starting cadet officer grade is that of Acadet second

lieutenant.@ A cadet officer may advance to the grade of

Acadet colonel.@ Cadet second lieutenants, cadet first

lieutenants and cadet captains are known as ACompany

Grade Officers.@ Cadet majors, cadet lieutenant colonels

and cadet colonels are known as AField Grade Officers.@

7.2. Use of Titles:

7.2.1. It is appropriate to address cadets by the term

AMister,@ AMiss,@ or their cadet rank. Cadets are expected

to address all superior officers as ASir@ or AMa=am.@ (Figure

7.1 shows the cadet rank title, appropriate abbreviation, and

title to be used when addressing a cadet of that rank.)

7.2.2. Do not permit cadet grades to become

confused with actual United States Air Force grades. The

word Acadet@ must be a part of any written or oral reference

to a specific cadet grade. When talking official business

by telephone, always refer to yourself as ACadet Sergeant

Jones@ or ACadet Lieutenant Smith from the Junior ROTC

program at Buchholz High School.@ All written reference

to grade will include the letter AC@ prior to the grade as in

AC/SSgt@ or AC/Maj.@

7.3. Permanent Grade and Merit Grade.

7.3.1. Permanent Grade. Permanent grade is

determined by the number of years that a student has been

in Air Force Junior ROTC. This is the minimum grade

that a student will be authorized to wear regardless of the

position he/she holds within the Cadet Group. (See Figure

7.2 for the breakout of Permanent Grades.) First year

cadets will normally be awarded the first stripe after

satisfactory completion (70% or better) of the AAirman

Promotion Exam@ (end of the first nine weeks of school).

7.3.2. Merit Promotions. A merit promotion

is grade that a cadet is awarded for successfully passing a

sequential promotion exam for the cadet=s next available

grade. In addition to passing the appropriate promotion

exam, the cadet will be required to meet additional

promotion criteria in order to test for the promotion. This

criteria and promotion procedures are defined in Chapter 8.

A cadet can progress from cadet/airman basic to cadet/chief

master sergeant through a series of enlisted promotion

exams provided each semester. In addition, a cadet that

has been assigned to a staff officer position will

automatically be awarded the rank of cadet/2nd

lieutenant

and be able to progress through the officer grades through a

series of officer promotion exams provided at the 1st and 3

rd

nine week period for qualified cadet officers. The only

exception to these procedures are cadets selected for the

executive staff. The executive staff is comprised of the

Group Commander, Vice Commander, Ops Support

Squadron Commander and 1st and 2

nd Squadron

Commanders. The Group Commander will be

automatically promoted to cadet/lt col and the remainder of

the executive staff to cadet/major upon their selection.

(refer to Figure 7.3)



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CADET RANK

Rank Title Abbreviation

Addressed As

Cadet Airman Basic

C/AB

ACadet Airman@

Cadet Airman

C/Amn

ACadet Airman@

Cadet Airman First Class

C/A1C

ACadet Airman@

Cadet Senior Airman

C/SrA

ACadet Airman@

Cadet Staff Sergeant

C/SSgt

ACadet Sergeant@

Cadet Technical Sergeant

C/TSgt

ACadet Sergeant@

Cadet Master Sergeant

C/MSgt

ACadet Sergeant@

Cadet Senior Master Sergeant

C/SMSgt

ACadet Sergeant@

Cadet Chief Master Sergeant

C/CMSgt

ACadet Chief@

Cadet Second Lieutenant

C/2Lt

ACadet Lieutenant@

Cadet First Lieutenant

C/1Lt

ACadet Lieutenant@

Cadet Captain

C/Capt

ACadet Captain@

Cadet Major

C/Maj

ACadet Major@

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel

C/LtCol

ACadet Colonel@

Cadet Colonel

C/Col

ACadet Colonel@

Figure 7.1

PERMANENT

CADET

GRADE

Class

AS1

AS2

AS3

AS4

Grade

Cadet Airman

Cadet Airman First Class

Cadet Senior Airman

Cadet Staff Sergeant

Abbreviation

C/Amn

C/A1C

C/SrA

C/SSgt

Description

One Stripe

Two Stripes

Three Stripes

Four Stripes

Figure 7.2

UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT (UMD)/AUTHORIZED MERIT GRADE STRUCTURE B The below listed leadership positions are the maximum authorized. Whether or not all positions are filled, will be up to the



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determination of the SASI, ASI, and FL-821 Group Commander.

B In order to hold any of these leadership positions (except the Element Leader, and Assistant Element Leader positions) a cadet

must meet the criteria established in Chapter 8.

B The following Unit Manning Document shows the authorized positions and their associated grade structure for the Florida 821st

Group at Buchholz High School, Gainesville, Florida. Cadets will normally enter a position at least one grade level below the minimum

authorized to provide them an opportunity for growth through promotion. Staff Position

# Authorized

Entry Level Grade

Maximum Grade

Group Commander

1

C/LtCol

C/Col

Special Asst. to the SASI

1

C/Col

C/Col

Group Vice Commander

1

C/Maj

C/Lt Col

Kitty Hawk President

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Operations Support Squadron Commander

1

C/Maj

C/Lt Col

Squadron Commanders

2

C/Maj

C/Lt Col

Audio-Visual Officer

2

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Chaplain

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Information Technology Officer

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Logistics Officer

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Maintenance Officer

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Personnel Files Officer

Personnel CIMS Officer

1

1

C/2nd Lt

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

C/Maj Public Affairs Flyer Officer

Public Affairs Web Officer

1

1

C/2nd Lt

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

C/Maj Range Control Officer

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Recruiting Officer

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Training Officer

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Drill Team Commander

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Color Guard Commander

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Rifle Team Commander

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Rocket Club President

1

C/2nd Lt

C/Maj

Staff NCOICs

8

As Req

C/CMSgt

Flight Commanders

5

As Req

C/Maj

Flight Sergeants

5

As Req

C/CMSgt

Flight Guides

5

As Req

C/CMSgt

Element Leaders

25

As Req

C/CMSgt

Assistant Element Leaders

25

As Req

C/CMSgt

Chapter 8



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PROMOTION OF CADETS

8.1. Purpose: The subject of promotions holds a great

deal of interest for members of the cadet corps. This

interest is proper and important since the insignia of rank

worn by a cadet is a visible indication of his or her

standing among fellow cadets. Of even more

importance, the insignia is evidence of growing maturity,

willingness to accept additional responsibilities, and it

demonstrates growth in leadership capability learned by

working with and directing others toward desirable goals.

8.1.1. The purpose of group promotions is to

have a visible system of reward or recognition for cadets

who consistently meet and often exceed group standards

of behavior, appearance, leadership and academic

performance. You must realize that starting on the first

day you are in competition with each person in your

flight and squadron for promotion. Grade has no

significance unless cadets at all levels understand its

importance and respect cadet authority and the concept

of chain of command. Cadets who do not make the

effort to understand and respect the system of grade in

the squadron will not be successful in AFJROTC, let

alone receive a promotion consideration themselves.

8.1.2. There are three types of cadet promotion,

Apermanent,@ Amerit@ and APromotion for Exceptional

Performance@ (PEP). These types of promotions will

be described in following paragraphs.

8.2. Permanent Promotions: Permanent grade is

considered an instructor awarded promotion and each

cadet is expected to earn it by making satisfactory

progress in the AFJROTC program. Retention of

permanent grade is contingent upon continued

satisfactory performance as determined by the Group

Commander in concurrence with the AFJROTC

instructors. Permanent grade may be taken away for

disciplinary reasons with the recommendation of the

Group Commander in concurrence with the AFJROTC

instructors. Cadets have a permanent grade based on

their Aerospace Science class as shown in Chapter 7

(Figure 7.2).

8.2.1. With the exception of first year cadets,

permanent rank is awarded at the beginning of the school

year when the uniforms are issued. The first year cadets

begin the program with the grade of cadet airman basic,

or no stripes. After successful completion of the

Airman Promotion Exam with 70% or higher or

satisfactory completion of the Summer Orientation

Program, first year cadets are given their new permanent

grade of cadet airman.

8.3. Cadet Position and Rotation:

8.3.1. The Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

selects the Cadet Group Commander, Cadet Vice Group

Commander, and Squadron Commanders. The Group

Commander will select the Group Staff Members.

Recommendations from the outgoing staff are encouraged

and will be given consideration. Cadets selected for staff

officer positions will automatically be promoted to C/2nd

Lt and will be able to progress through the officer grades

as prescribed below. Any changes resulting from people

failing to make a 2.0 GPA will be resolved as soon as

possible after the start of classes.

8.3.2. Positions are rotated at the end of the first

and third nine weeks to allow several cadets the

opportunity to experience the various leadership

positions available within the cadet group. Changes in

group leadership will normally occur at the second and

fourth nine week periods of each semester. More

frequent changes may be made if necessary.

8.3.3. The Cadet Group Commander is generally

selected from among the third and fourth year cadets and

holds the officer grade of Cadet Lieutenant Colonel with

possible promotion to Cadet Colonel. A Cadet Vice

Group Commander is usually selected from among the

third and fourth year cadets and holds the officer grade of

Cadet Major with possible promotion to Cadet Lieutenant

Colonel. In addition to the Vice, the Operations Support

Squadron Commander, the 1st Squadron Commander and

the 2nd

Squadron Commanders will also hold the officer

rank of Cadet Major with a possible promotion to Cadet

Lt Col.

8.3.4. The Cadet Group staff positions work

for the Operations Support Squadron Commander and

include the following: Personnel, Rocket Club President,

Information Technology, Maintenance, Logistics, Public

Affairs, Training, Information Technology, Recruiting,

Range Control, Audio-Visual, Drill Team, Rifle Team

and Color Guard Commanders. Cadets selected to fill

these positions may be either second, third, or fourth year

cadets. One or more officers and one or more NCOICs

are selected to fill each of the staff positions.

8.3.5. Flight Commanders will normally be a

fourth year cadet assigned to that flight. Squadron

Commanders select Flight Sergeants and Flight Guides

from outstanding second and third year cadets and

occasionally a first year cadet. Normally all Flight

Commanders and Flight Sergeants are changed between

semesters to increase the leadership opportunities.

“We judge ourselves by what we feel we are capable of

doing; others judge us by what we have done.”

BHenry Wadsworth Longfellow



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8.4. Merit Promotions: Cadets who consistently

meet and/or exceed AFJROTC standards will be

considered for promotion within the merit promotion

category. Normally, merit promotions will occur twice a

year for all cadet airman, NCOs and officers. The merit

promotion system consists of cadets meeting certain

performance criteria during the promotion cycle to make

them eligible to test for promotion and satisfactory

completion of the promotion exam for the respective

rank.

8.5. Enlisted Merit Promotions: The following

procedures apply for cadet enlisted promotions.

8.5.1. Cadets will enter the FL-821 Air Force

Junior ROTC program at the rank of Cadet/Airman Basic.

Incoming first year (AS I) cadets that attend Leadership

Laboratory Activities (LLA) prior to the start of the

school year may receive their first promotion to

Cadet/Airman with successful completion of LLA and the

Cadet/Airman Promotion Exam. NOTE: Promotion

for attending LLA may only be granted to incoming

first year cadets. 8.5.2. Cadets that meet the enlisted rank

criteria listed below (para. 8.7) may test for subsequent

promotion to their next eligible rank prior to the end of the

first and third nine week periods of the school year.

Promotion exams will be administered to eligible cadets

on the Wednesday prior to the end of the nine week

period, unless circumstances dictate otherwise.

8.5.3. Promotion exams for each enlisted cadet

rank will be available for qualified cadets. Cadets must

pass their respective exam with a minimum score of 70%.

8.6. Officer Merit Promotions 8.6.1. Cadets that are selected for staff officer

positions will be automatically promoted to the rank of

Cadet/2nd Lt. In order to be considered for a staff officer

position, a cadet must have completed at least one nine

week period as an NCOIC for any staff position. These

cadets will then be allowed to continue through the cadet

officer rank structure by meeting the cadet officer

promotion criteria (para. 8.8) and successfully passing the

respective officer promotion exam. A cadet must have

retained their current rank for at least one semester in

order to advance to the next officer grade.

8.6.2. Promotions will be offered to eligible

cadets prior to the end of the first and third nine week

period. Cadets must pass their promotion exam with a

minimum score of 70%

8.7. Enlisted Promotion Criteria. The following

criteria must be met in order to test for enlisted merit

promotions:

May have one uniform miss during the

promotion cycle as long as the miss has been

allowed to be made up and done so successfully,

or you are absent that day and uniform is made

up, or you participated in an outside event.

Must have a uniform average of 90% or better.

Must not have more than one unexcused tardy.

Must make a AB@ or better in JROTC.

Must be attentive in class and respectful of

authority figures, particularly Colonel Roberts

and Chief Price, followed by the Flight

Commander and Flight Sergeant.

Must not exhibit a negative or rebellious attitude,

either in class, during marching, or toward other

cadets.

Must be an active and positive contributor to the

class environment, either through leadership,

good conduct, or constructive participation in

class discussions.

Must have NO disciplinary action against the

cadet as determined by FL-821 SASI.

8.8. Officer Promotion Criteria. In addition to the

enlisted criteria above, cadets must meet the following in

order to be eligible to test for officer merit promotions:

Must not have missed any uniform wear on

established uniform day, except if they are

absent that day and made up, or participating

in an outside event.

Must make an AA@ in JROTC.

Must perform their required staff officer

duties as evaluated by the Ops Support Sq Commander and Group Commander.

Must maintain an overall 2.0 GPA or better.

8.9. PEP Promotions. An additional avenue of

promotion is called the APEP Promotion.@ This is defined

as Apromotion for exceptional performance.@ This allows

FL-821 SASI/ASI to recognize a cadet that has either

achieved an extraordinary action or continued

extraordinary performance in JROTC by an immediate

promotion to the cadet=s next rank, either enlisted or

officer.

8.10. Posting of Promotions. At the end of the first

and third nine weeks, the promotion lists should be posted

in a special order. Separate orders should be posted for

the Airman, NCOICs and Officers.

8.10.1. On the next uniform day after the

promotions have been posted, the cadets will receive their

new rank in a formal ceremony held during class. The

Awards Officer is responsible for posting the list of all

promotees. This list will be used by the Awards Officer

to prepare the necessary rank for the promotion ceremony.

The Logistics Officer will ensure old rank is collected and

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Chapter 9

MILITARY TRAINING

9.1. Drill and Ceremonies. Among other studies in

the AFJROTC program, the ASI is tasked with instruction

in Drill and Ceremonies. On leadership days, which are

normally Mondays and Wednesdays, flights will form up

outside after roll call in the classroom. All cadets will

begin together with the very basics of close order drill,

learning each position or movement, one at a time. The

ASI will provide instruction to all cadets, then everyone

will practice. Corrections are necessary when mistakes

are made, so do not take it personally. After each cadet

becomes proficient, your flight leaders take over from the

ASI and will then drill you as a flight; or may possibly

break the flight down into smaller training units called

Aelements.@ The ASI supervises and makes corrections

as necessary, but the cadet leaders in the flight conduct the

actual training. On Abad weather days@ there will be

other military training subjects which will be taught in the

classroom. During the academic year, you will be tested

on these subjects as well as drill and ceremonies.

9.1.1. How to Lead. The best way to Alearn

to lead@ is to Alearn to follow.@ All cadets should pay

close attention to the instructions, then try their best to

follow the instructions exactly. If you can follow

instructions, you will find that you will soon be able to

help others and that you may be able to lead an element or

even take over the entire flight. Your instructors are

constantly looking for this leadership ability.

Promotions are based heavily on conduct and the ability

to lead others, as well as your attitude and grades.

Regardless of what you may have heard, there is no such

thing as a born leader and all leaders were followers at one

time. With proper training, practice and experience, you

too can become an effective leader.

9.1.2. Do Your Best. Your ASI is looking for

each cadet to do their best. Forget about playing when it

is time for outside training. Your instructors know there

is a vast difference in the level of skill and experience

within the cadet corps. Therefore, do not feel any

pressure if you have difficulty trying to learn the basic

drill movements. If you need extra help, you will be

given additional time and more instruction by senior

cadets. To become proficient at drill, you will need to

practice at home on your own. If you=re having a great

deal of difficulty with any portion of drill, feel free to

discuss it with your instructors.

9.1.3. Team Effort. Close order drill is a Ateam

effort.@ Everyone must do the movements together. All

of the movements performed by the marching formation

should be done as one unit. Keep in mind that you do not

want to be the individual that makes your entire flight

look bad. Think fluid teamwork and success. Make

your flight the best and tell everyone you believe it to be

so. Good Luck!!

9.2. Weekly Personal Inspection. The purpose of

inspections are: to check the fit of your uniform; to test

your understanding of the proper wear of the uniform; to

assess your willingness to follow simple instructions; and

to observe your level of progress in military training. We

are also exposing you to the military=s way of doing

things. After each flight is completely uniformed, we

will begin open ranks inspection on uniform days.

Unless you are told differently, uniform day will normally

be on Wednesday. When bad weather prevents

inspections outdoors, they will be held in the classroom or

under cover. Remember, you normally have seven to

nine uniform grades during a nine week grading period.

These grades are considered equally with your academic

grade to determine your overall grade for the nine weeks.

Few people can afford A0's@ on tests, so wear that uniform

on every uniform day.

9.2.1. Normally, the ASI will be conducting

the inspection. Occasionally, the Flight Commander will

do the inspecting. When your flight commander

inspects, he/she will be assisted by your flight sergeant.

You will be inspected for items listed on the inspection

sheet. If you violate the inspection rules, you will

receive a five point deduction or Agig@ for each item

identified. Please note, in addition to errors on your

uniform, you can be Agigged@ for moving while in ranks,

talking, by showing a poor attitude, or by displaying bad

conduct during the inspection.

9.2.2. There is usually no excuse for not wearing

the uniform on the designated uniform day. However, if

you see in advance that you will not be able to wear the

uniform, you should see your flight commander and get

your uniform inspection excused, postponed or completed

early. If you are absent on uniform day, and the absence

is excused, you will be allowed to wear your uniform on

the next day back to school and make up the uniform

inspection grade. Poor excuses will not be accepted.

If you are not in uniform on uniform day, you must fall-in

with the formation and explain to the person conducting

the inspection why you are not wearing the uniform. Not

wearing a uniform and not having a valid excuse is an

automatic A0" or AF@ for the inspection.

9.2.3. Uniform Preparation. We recommend

that you prepare your uniform on the Monday before the

inspection. Check it out to see if a shirt needs washing or

if the trousers need to be pressed. If your uniform needs

to be sent to the cleaners, do it immediately after the

inspection so that it will be ready on the next inspection

day. Shirts can be washed, but the dark blue trousers/

slacks, skirt, tie, windbreaker and the dark blue coat

must be dry-cleaned. An important guide is anything

dark blue must be dry cleaned. NOTE: A AUniform of

the Day@ will be posted each week by the Group Vice

Commander. You must wear the assigned uniform for

that uniform day or you will receive a 20 point deduction

for that inspection. Example: If the service dress

uniform is assigned and you wear a short sleeve shirt with

an open collar, you will receive a maximum grade of A80"

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9.2.4. Image. Attitude is an important item in

your military training. We encourage each cadet to take

this training and program seriously. We expect all of you

to want to wear the Air Force uniform; and, to want to

wear it properly. We expect to see learning and

improvement as a result of having received a few Agigs.@

We do not expect to see a cadet receive Agigs@ for the

same violation over and over.

9.2.4.1. Military training time is not play-

time. Talking while at attention; looking around when in

formation; and disturbing other cadets with your actions

will not be tolerated.

9.2.4.2. Discipline is what military training

is all about. In addition to what your flight commander

or instructor teaches you, you must learn to discipline

yourself. Responding to commands and taking orders

(especially orders from someone who you consider your

peer) are two things that new people in military service

quite often have trouble accepting.

9.3. Military Courtesy:

9.3.1. Saluting. Probably the most important

of our military customs and courtesies is the hand salute.

Many people develop the wrong idea about why the

military uses the salute. The salute is one of the oldest

of our military customs and courtesies and, in its simplest

form, is merely a greeting between soldiers. However,

we must also remember that saluting is a mandatory

courtesy that must be used by junior ranking people to

show their respect for higher ranking individuals within

their organization.

9.3.2. Some General Rules About Saluting. Cadet officers and NCOs (sergeants) are expected to

correct all saluting violations on the spot. This is to be

done in a civil and tactful manner. They will correct only

cadets junior in grade. First year cadets will not be

corrected by other cadets until they have completed cadet

basic training (first four weeks of school). All cadets are

expected to accept corrections properly. Cases of

disrespect, insolence or insubordination should be

reported to the cadet=s flight commander, the ASI or the

Commandant of Cadets immediately so that corrective

training can be accomplished. If disciplinary action is

necessary, a Cadet Evaluation Board will be convened to

review the case and provide a recommendation for

corrective action to the Group Commander and the

Commandant of Cadets.

9.3.2.1. The salute must be given only to

officers or warrant officers. All cadets must salute the

Commandant of Cadets and all officers of all services of

the armed forces when in uniform. All cadet airmen and

cadet sergeants must salute all cadet officers. Junior

grade cadet officers must salute cadet officers of a senior

grade. Cadet officers of the Army, Navy and Air Force

senior ROTC units are to be saluted when recognized.

And finally, the President of the United States, acting as

the Commander-in-Chief of all the armed forces, as well

as the Secretaries of Defense and the Air Force must be

saluted by all military personnel including cadets.

9.3.2.2. The person who is junior in

grade initiates the salute, and holds the salute until it is

returned by the person of the higher grade. The practice

of saluting is not meant to degrade anyone, and as you see

by the above explanation, it is a two way street. It may

help you to remember that you are not saluting the

individual, but the uniform and the insignia that this

person is wearing. Saluting is a part of your military

training and must be done properly. There is only one

way to deliver a proper military salute, and we will show

you how to do it and then expect you to do it with respect

every time.

9.3.2.3. Always give a hand salute from the

position of attention, whether standing still or moving.

The salute is never given while you are running. If you

find that you must salute a senior officer and you are

running, just slow to a walk, come to attention and salute.

Then continue running if necessary.

9.3.2.4. Salutes are usually accompanied

by an exchange of greetings, determined by the time of

day, such as: AGood morning, Sir/Ma=am@ or AGood

evening, Cadet Powers.@ 9.3.3. When to Salute. All our military

customs and courtesies should be observed at all times.

Saluting rules and saluting areas are for training purposes

and failure to comply with these rules may make you

eligible for disciplinary action.

9.3.3.1. You salute whenever outdoors and

in uniform. Buchholz High School is a Ano hatBno

saluting area@ therefore saluting is not required. One rule

that may help you to remember to salute is that whenever

you are outdoors and you also have your head gear on,

you must salute cadet officers and officer instructors,

except when you are within a ACovered Area.@ 9.3.3.2 When in uniform and the National

Anthem is played outdoors, always come to attention,

face the flag (music) and salute. Hold your salute from

the first note of the music until the music is finished.

9.3.3.3. Anytime a cadet in uniform

observes the American flag moving up or down the

flagstaff, the cadet will come to attention and salute. The

salute will be held until the flag has reached termination.

If not in uniform, military instructions say the cadet will

come to attention and place their right hand over their

heart. If wearing civilian headgear, the cadet will stand

at attention holding the headgear at the left shoulder, so

their right hand is over their heart.

9.3.3.4. While in a formation and ordered

to APresent Arms.@ 9.3.3.5. If you are in a group of cadets

standing in a saluting area, and a cadet or instructor

officer comes by, the first person to see the officer calls

the group to attention, and all cadets salute. If you are in

charge of a group of cadets and a senior grade officer

passes your formation, you call the group (formation) to

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9.3.3.6. When reporting to an officer. The

only time Air Force members and AFJROTC cadets

(other than a Color Guard) salute while indoors is when

they are reporting to a senior grade officer. When

business is completed, the salute is rendered again when

reporting out prior to leaving. The following outlines

AReporting-In/ Reporting-Out Procedures@ for all cadets

in the FL-821st Group:

9.3.3.6.1. All cadets will execute these

reporting procedures when reporting into the Cadet Group

Commander, SASI (Col Roberts), or the ASI (CMSgt

Price).

9.3.3.6.2. Stand behind the line in office,

ring the bell once, and do not cross the line until directed

to do so.

9.3.3.6.3. When told to enter, go to the

front of the desk, in a military manner, via the most direct

route. Stand at attention near their desk, initiate a salute,

and while holding the salute say, ACadet _____ reports as

ordered@ or ACadet _____ requests to talk to you.@ At this

time, the person you are reporting into will return the

salute at which time you drop the salute, be at ease, and

state your business.

9.3.3.6.4. When your business is

complete, stand at attention near the desk of the person

you visited and initiate/hold a salute. The person you are

visiting will return the salute and say, ADismissed,@ at

which time you will drop your salute and exit the room in

a military manner via the most direct route.

9.4. Summer Orientation/Leadership Laboratory

Activities (LLA)

Each summer, normally the week prior to the start of the

school year, AFJROTC will hold a summer camp to

provide initial training to first year students and provide

leadership development for returning students in the

JROTC program. The curriculum will ready returning

students for leadership positions within the corps and

allow participants to earn the LLA Ribbon. For new

students, the curriculum will focus on the basics of drill,

uniform wear, JROTC rules/procedures, military customs

and courtesies, time management, study skills, and goal

setting and give them the opportunity to leave the camp

with a couple of ribbons and their first promotion in rank.

All students are encouraged to attend this camp as it will

allow them to hone their JROTC and leadership skills

while also giving them the opportunity to bond with other

cadets in the JROTC program.

9.5. Basic Training. The first four weeks of the

school year will focus on basic skills all cadets need to

know to be successful in JROTC. In this regard, the

curriculum will focus on basic drill skills, military

customs and courtesies, uniform wear, honors to the flag,

corps organization, military chains of command, etc.



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Chapter 10

CADET FLAG DETAIL

10.1. General: The AFJROTC cadet corps is charged

by the principal of Buchholz High School with

conducting proper flag ceremonies every school day.

The AFJROTC FL-821 Color Guard Commander, in

coordination with all the class Flight Commanders, has

overall responsibility for the conduct of these ceremonies.

Color Guard members or experienced cadets in the first

and sixth period classes will be tasked to raise and lower

the flag.

10.1.1. The morning ceremony is called

AReveille.@ The American flag is raised to the top of the

school flag pole at this time. The afternoon ceremony is

called ARetreat.@ At this time the flag is lowered, taken

off the halyards and stored in the JROTC office for the

night. Reveille will take place during first period each

morning and Retreat will be conducted during sixth

period.

10.1.2. As stated above, the Color Guard Com-

mander is designated as the cadet responsible for the flag

detail. He/She will establish formal procedures for the

conduct of both of these ceremonies, ensure these

procedures are made available in writing to all flights, and

train all the flight commanders on these procedures so

that they in turn can train all the members of their flights.

Periodically, the Color Guard Commander should

observe these procedures to ensure they are being

conducted in the proper fashion. Disrespect for the

flag is something we cannot tolerate and violations should

be reported to the affected flight commander, group

commander, and ASI as soon as possible.

10.1.3. For obvious safety concerns, if it is

lightning at Reveille time, the flag will not be raised.

Once the flag is up, it is not lowered until Retreat at the

end of school. Likewise, if it is lightning at Retreat, do

not lower the flag. If it has rained during the day and the

flag is wet after Retreat, bring the flag to the Hangar

classroom and spread it over the desks to dry overnight.

10.2. General Guidelines for Reveille and Retreat:

10.2.1. The American and Florida State flags

are always treated and handled with great respect and

care. All movements are to be made in a crisp, military

manner and all turns will be made sharply. There will be

no movement when at attention. A serious attitude will

be shown throughout each ceremony and there will be no

talking except by the cadet in charge (the senior ranking

cadet).

10.2.2. The American flag is normally stored

in the JROTC office. The cadet in charge should pick it

up before going to the flag pole and should also ensure it

is returned to the office at the end of the day. The only

exception to this would be on days when it has rained. If

the flag is wet when you take it down, don=t fold it, just

bring it back to the JROTC classroom and hang it up to

dry. If the flag is not in the office when you go there in

the morning, check with the JROTC class because it is

probably in there drying out.

(Specific procedures, including half-staff procedures,

will be developed/published by the Color Guard

Commander, filed in an appropriate place for future

reference, and made available to all flight

commanders for use in training their people.)

“Ask not what your country can do for you;

ask what you can do for your country.”

BJohn Fitzgerald Kennedy



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Chapter 11

PRESIDENT=S PHYSICAL FITNESS (PPF) PROGRAM

11.1. General. AFJROTC at Buchholz High School

is a program in which students show a desire to better

themselves morally, mentally, and physically. In joining

this program, students try to follow guidelines set by the

Air Force. One set of guidelines established by the Air

Force relates to the physical appearance and fitness

standards of its members. These same guidelines should

be followed when participating in the AFJROTC PPF

program.

11.2. Purpose. The purpose of the AFJROTC PPF

program at Buchholz High school is:

To provide cadets with basic understanding of the

need for, and the benefits of, a personal fitness

program.

To make cadets strive towards a fitness standard

according to the Air Force fitness test.

To provide cadets an opportunity to earn the PPF

Ribbon by successfully completing the PPF

Program.

To promote esprit de corps in AFJROTC.

11.3. Program Structure. Participation in the

JROTC PPF program is mandatory. Physical fitness

must be a continuing program. You can=t expect to work

out for a week or two or one day a week and expect to stay

in shape. Ideally every cadet would work out at least

five days a week, working both on aerobic exercises and

weight training. Unfortunately, our class schedule won=t allow us time to exercise every day so, therefore, much of

the responsibility for getting and then staying in shape

must fall on your shoulders. Every cadet in the corps is

eligible to earn the PPF Ribbon. In order to receive it

you must complete the five required PPF program

exercises for an initial evaluation to set a baseline and

individual goals during the first quarter of the school year.

A final evaluation during the last quarter of the school

year will be conducted to determine individual

improvement. You will be familiarized with each of the

five required exercises prior to the initial evaluation.

However, you will be required to establish and maintain

your own personal training program to insure you are

prepared for the final PPF evaluation.

11.3.1. Program Responsibility. The Group

Training Officer is responsible for developing and

maintaining the physical fitness program and

administering the PPF evaluations throughout the year.

This officer must come prepared to administer the test

with a stopwatch and have the appropriate materials to

record each cadet=s time and points received for each

event. This officer must ensure that records are kept of

every cadet who completes the PPF program and receives

the PPF Ribbon.

11.4. PPF Evaluation. The PPF evaluation will

consist of the five required PPF exercises. These exercises

include the Curl Ups, V-Sit Reach, Right Angle Push

Ups, Shuttle Run and the One Mile Run. Descriptions

for each of these five exercises are contained on pages

26-27. Stretching exercises must be conducted prior to

the PPF evaluation. The training officer will have helpers

to monitor each exercise to ensure the exercises are done

properly. Exercises done incorrectly will not count.

Scores will be computed using the PPF evaluation chart on

pages 28-32.

11.5. Behavior. Both supervisors and individual

cadets will be expected to maintain proper military poise

and bearing at all times. Cadets in the PPF program must

be well behaved and in control of their actions. There will

be no hazing or harassing of any cadet by other cadets or

the trainer and helpers B EVER!! The appointed

supervisor is in complete control of the program and must

be obeyed at all times. Misbehavior will not be tolerated

since this could jeopardize the trainee, the supervisors, the

instructors, the PPF Program, and the AFJROTC program.

Discipline for all misbehaving cadets will be severe and

may include removal from the AFJROTC program.

11.6. PPF Award. Those who complete both the

initial and final PPF evaluation will receive the PPF

Ribbon. In addition, you will receive a percentile score

based on your performance in the evaluation. The

following will also be awarded based on your score:

If you receive a percentile score of 75%-84%,

you will receive a Bronze Star to be worn on

your PPF ribbon.

If you receive a percentile score of 85%-94%,

you will receive a Silver Star to be worn on

your PPF ribbon.

If you receive a score between 95%-100%,

you will receive a Gold Star to be worn on

your PPF ribbon.

There is also a AMost Improved Award@ presented to the

cadet who has best improved his fitness over the course of

the school year as determined by the SASI.

11.7 Air Force Physical Fitness Test (PFT). JROTC

cadets do not take the Air Force PFT. However, the Air

Force PFT is an important part of the application process

for earning either an ROTC college scholarship or an

appointment to the Air Force Academy. Col Roberts or

Chief Price will happily administer the PFT to any cadet

pursuing either endeavor. Since the PFT is such an

important part of the application process, Col Roberts or

Chief Price will not write a letter of recommendation for a

cadet applying for ROTC or the Academy unless the cadet

passes the Air Force PFT. Bottom line: to be in the

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Curl-Up

This event measures abdominal strength and endurance.

Curl-Ups Test

Have students lie on cushioned, clean surface with knees flexed and feet about 12 inches from buttocks.

Partner holds feet. Arms are crossed with hands placed on opposite shoulders and elbows held close to

the chest. Keeping this arm position, student raises the trunk curling up to touch elbows to thighs and

then lowers the back to the floor so that the scapulas (shoulder blades) touch the floor, for one curl-up.

To start, a timer calls out the signal AReady? Go!@ and begins timing student for one minute. The

student stops on the word AStop.@

Shuttle Run

This event measures speed, quickness, and agility.

Shuttle Run Test

Mark two parallel lines 30 feet apart and place two blocks of wood or similar object behind one of the

lines. Students start behind opposite line. On the signal, AReady? Go!@ the student runs to the blocks,

picks one up, runs back to the starting line, places block behind the line, runs back and picks up the

second block and runs back across starting line. Blocks should not be thrown across the lines.

Scores are recorded to the nearest tenth of a second.

V-Sit Reach

This event measures flexibility of the lower back and hamstrings.

V-Sit Test

Mark a straight line two feet long on the floor as a baseline. Draw a measuring line perpendicular to the

midpoint of the baseline extending two feet on each side and marked off in half-inches. The point

where the baseline and measuring line intersect is the A0" point. Student removes shoes and sits on the

floor with measuring line between legs and soles of feet placed immediately behind baseline, heels 8-12"

apart. Student clasps thumbs so that hands are together, palms down and places them on measuring

line. With the legs held flat by two partners, student slowly reaches forward as far as possible, keeping

fingers on baseline and feet flexed. After three practice tries, the student holds the fourth reach for three

seconds while that distance is recorded. Legs must remain straight with soles of feet held perpendicular

to the floor (feet flexed). Students should be encouraged to reach slowly rather than Abounce@ while

stretching. Scores, recorded to the nearest half inch, are read as plus scores for reaches beyond

baseline, minus scores for reaches behind baseline.



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Right Angle Push-Ups

Right Angle Push-Up Test

The student lies face down on the mat in push-up position with hands under shoulders, fingers straight,

and legs straight, parallel and slightly apart, with the toes supporting the feet. The student straightens

the arms, keeping the back and knees straight, then lowers the body until there is a 90-degree angle at the

elbows, with the upper arms parallel to the floor. A partner holds her/his hand at the point of the

90-degree angle so that the student being tested goes down only until her/his shoulder touches the

partner=s hand, then back up. The push-ups are done to a metronome (or audio tape, clapping, drums)

with one complete push-up every three seconds, and are continued until the student can do no more in

rhythm (has not done the last three in rhythm) or has reached the target number for the PPFA. Record

only those push-ups done with proper form and in rhythm.

One-Mile Run/Walk

This event measures speed and endurance.

One-Mile Run/Walk Test

The student will complete one mile on an accurately measured track as quickly as possible. They may

run, jog or walk during this exercise.



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CURL-UP STANDARDS

Percentile Scores are based on Age/Test in Number of Curl-Ups in 60 Seconds



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SHUTTLE RUN STANDARDS

Percentile Scores are based on Age/Test in Seconds and Tenths

Shuttle Run for Boys Shuttle Run for Girls



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V-SIT REACH STANDARDS

Percentile Scores are based on Age/Test Scores in Inches

V-Sit for Boys V-Sit for Girls



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RIGHT ANGLE PUSH-UP STANDARDS

Percentile Scores are based on Age/Test Score in Number of Push-Ups every 3 Seconds

Push-Up for Boys Push-Up for Girls



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ONE MILE RUN/WALK STANDARDS

Percentile Scores are based on Age/Test Scores in Minutes and Seconds

One Mile for Boys One Mile for Girls



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Chapter 12

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

12.1. General. In addition to the regular curriculum,

there are several co-curricular activities which will assist

cadets in learning good citizenship along with

experiencing the Aesprit de corps@ within the AFJROTC

program. Many of these activities enable cadets to earn

extra credit for school grades or towards the AFJROTC

Service Award, while other activities simply give cadets

an opportunity for fellowship with others. Some of the

activities below have eligibility requirements. For those

activities, cadets must maintain a passing grade in

Aerospace Science, have an overall 2.0 GPA in other

classes, and not be in danger of losing credit through poor

attendance. Academic eligibility is evaluated each nine

week grading period.

12.2. Activities:

12.2.1. Kitty Hawk Air Society (KHAS).

This is the official honor society within the AFJROTC

program. Its purpose is to promote high academic

standards and be of service to the school and community.

KHAS is primarily a service organization who=s main

goal is to raise the overall academic standing of the cadet

corps. Members of the Society act as mentors to the

other cadets in the corps providing academic assistance

and help in any way possible. This is an after school

activity with membership limited to cadets in good

standing with both the school and AFJROTC, who have a

minimum overall school GPA of 3.0, and have a AB@ in

Aerospace Science.

12.2.2. Color Guard. Color Guard

members will have the opportunity to carry the Colors

(flag) at home football games, basketball games, in

parades and for special ceremonies. Color Guard

members normally practice before school on alternating

days from the Drill Team. They learn the proper care

and use of the flag and rifles. Color Guard members

wear special gear and are expected to excel in

self-discipline and personal appearance. Members are

eligible for the Color Guard Ribbon by participating in

75% of the scheduled events each semester.

12.2.3. Drill Team practices before school

at least two days a week (sometimes three when a drill

meet is approaching). The team specializes in precision

drill and participates in local parades (such as the

University of Florida Homecoming Parade), special

ceremonies and drill competitions. Members are eligible

for the Drill Team Ribbon by participating in 75% of the

scheduled activities each semester.

12.2.4. Group Newsletter. The Public Affairs

Staff is responsible for the compilation and publication of

the group newsletter, the AFlyer,@ which is published at

the beginning of each month, and is designed to inform all

cadets about what is going on in the group and to give

notice of upcoming events. Cadets with an interest or

talent in journalism, writing or photography may be asked

to submit articles. In addition, extra credit may be

earned for all those who submit articles to the AFlyer.@ 12.2.5. Parades. All cadets in the

group are encouraged to participate in the local parades.

Generally, the Buchholz High School AFJROTC marches

in the Tacachale Christmas Parade every December

. The Buchholz High School AFJROTC banner

is usually followed by the Color Guard and one or more

Drill Teams. The whole corps is encouraged to attend this

fun and exciting event. Additionally, formal military

parades are periodically held during the school year on the

practice football field to show off the corps= drill skills.

12.2.6. Award Ceremony. The Awards

Ceremony is held in early May for cadets of the

AFJROTC program who have demonstrated outstanding

leadership capabilities and have participated in various

corps activities. The Awards Ceremony consists of the

presentation of local cadet awards and awards sponsored

by national organizations and the AFJROTC

headquarters. The Awards Ceremony is sponsored by

the AFJROTC Booster Club. All families are invited

and encouraged to attend.

12.2.7. Field Trips. Cadets in good standing

are taken annually on a field trip to at least one active duty

military installation. The type of installation visited is

rotated among the various services. Additional field

trips during the year are possible depending on funding

limitations. These may include: 1) a repelling and/or

obstacle course trip to Camp Blanding; or 2) trips to air

shows in the local area.

12.2.8. Booster Club. The Buchholz High

School AFJROTC program has an active Booster Club.

Their purpose is to raise additional funds to reduce the

cost of our many outside activities. In addition to

providing scholarships to graduating seniors, they provide

many of the items that are not funded either by Buchholz

High School or the Air Force, such as replica rifles,

chrome helmets, food and refreshments at parties, etc.

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12.2.9. Service Projects. Cadets can

perform a service to the school and community by

ushering, escorting, performing work details, etc. In

doing so, cadets can earn credit toward the AFJROTC

Service Ribbon and experience an important part of

growing up known as Ahelping others.@ Cadets who take

the leadership role of these activities are also considered

for special leadership awards and increase their

opportunities for promotion. Service projects include

such things as helping out at the Buchholz Open House,

posting the Colors at football games, and participating in

the March of Dimes annual Walk America.

12.2.10. Activities Leadership. Most of the

above mentioned activities are planned, managed and

organized by and for the cadets. These cadets are known

as Project Officers. Project Officers are usually the

upper class cadets in the AFJROTC program. This cadet

leadership is essential to the success of these activities. It

is through this process that cadets have the opportunity to

practice what they have learned about the principles of

leadership and management as taught in the

leadership/management section of the Aerospace Science

course. The SASI or the ASI will provide sponsorship

and guidance, but cadets must plan, execute and manage

the activity.



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Chapter 13

AFJROTC AWARDS AND DECORATIONS PROGRAM

13.1. General. Cadets new to the AFJROTC

Program will notice that many cadets wear ribbons or

other distinctive items on their uniforms. These awards

are presented as a result of exceptional achievement by

those cadets in this program. There are two categories

under which these awards fall: National Awards and

AFJROTC sponsored awards. The following is a listing

and description of each award and a general summary

concerning the necessary requirements for earning each.

13.2. National Awards.

13.2.1. Air Force Association Award. Presented annually to an outstanding ASIII cadet. The

nominated cadet must rank in the upper 5% of the

Aerospace Science (AS) class, rank in the upper 10% of

his/her academic class and be recommended by the SASI.

The cadet must demonstrate a positive attitude, good

personal appearance, growth potential and display

exceptional courtesy and military bearing.

13.2.2. Daedalian Award. Presented annually to

an outstanding cadet in the junior class. The cadet must:

demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of

patriotism, love of country, and service to the Nation;

indicate the potential and desire to pursue a military

career; rank in the upper 10% of the AFJROTC junior

class; and rank in the upper 20% of the school junior

class.

13.2.3. American Legion Scholastic Award. Presented annually to an ASII, ASIII or ASIV cadet based

on the cadet=s scholastic achievements. The honored

cadet must rank in the top 10% of his/her high school

class, rank in the top 25% of the AS class, demonstrate

leadership qualities and actively participate in

constructive student activities.

13.2.4. American Legion General Military

Excellence Award. Presented annually to one

outstanding ASII, ASIII or ASIV cadet. This cadet must

be in the upper 25% in the AS class and demonstrate

outstanding leadership, discipline, character, and

citizenship.

13.2.5. Daughters of the American Revolu- tion. Presented annually to a ASIII or ASIV cadet

who must rank in the top 25% or his/ her AS class and

high school class, as well as demonstrate qualities of

dependability, good character, adherence to military

discipline, leadership ability and a fundamental and

patriotic understanding of the importance of JROTC

training.

13.2.6. American Veterans (AMVETS)

Award. Presented annually to one qualified cadet. This

cadet must possess individual characteristics contributing

to leadership such as: a positive attitude toward the

AFJROTC program and service to the Air Force; an

immaculate personal appearance (to include wearing of

the uniform, posture and grooming), personal attributes

including initiative, self-confidence, officer potential

(high personal standards, responsibility, leadership), earn

an AA@ in the AS class and be in good scholastic standing

at the time of the selection.

13.2.7. Reserve Officer Association (ROA)

Award. Presented annually for military and academic

achievement to an outstanding ASIII or ASIV cadet.

The recipient must possess individual characteristics

contributing to leadership such as: a positive attitude

toward the AS curriculum, exceptional personal

appearance, exemplary personal attributes (judgment,

self-confidence and initiative) and courtesy (promptness,

obedience, respect), and strong growth potential. The

cadet must also rank in the top 10% of his/her AS class.

13.2.8 Military Order of the World Wars. Presented annually to a deserving ASI cadet who must

excel in all military and scholastic areas. The cadet must

indicate by military and scholastic grades, extracurricular

activities and individual endeavors a desire to serve the

Nation, and must also have committed to continue the

Aerospace Science Program for the next school year.

13.2.9. Military Officers Association of

America. This award recognizes an outstanding ASII or

ASIII cadet who shows potential for military leadership.

Each cadet must be: a member of the junior class, be in

good academic standing, be of high moral character, show

a high order of loyalty to the unit, school and country, and

show great potential for military leadership.

13.2.10. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award. This award recognizes an outstanding ASII,

ASIII or ASIV cadet who is actively engaged in the

AFJROTC program and who possesses individual

characteristics contributing to leadership. The

nominated cadet must have a positive attitude,

outstanding military bearing/conduct, and demonstrate

strong attributes such as dependability, responsibility,

respect and cooperation. The recipient must also

demonstrate patriotism and promote Americanism

through activities such as the Color Guard, Drill Team,

demonstrate leadership potential, attain a AB@ average in

AFJROTC, be active in student activities and not have

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13.2.11. National Sojourners Award. The

National Sojourners Award recognizes an outstanding

ASII or ASIII cadet who made a significant effort to

encourage and demonstrate Americanism both within the

corps and on campus. The cadet must be in the top 25%

of his/her AS class, show potential for outstanding

leadership encourage the ideals of Americanism, and not

previously have won the award.

13.2.12. Sons of the American Revolution.

Award. Recognizes all around excellence in Aerospace

studies. Presented at the end of a cadet=s first year of AS,

the nominated cadet must exhibit a high degree of

leadership, military bearing, and all around excellence in

the JROTC program and school.

13.2.13. Military Order of the Purple Heart

Award. Recognizes an outstanding ASII, ASIII or

ASIV cadet who is enrolled in the AFJROTC program

and demonstrates leadership ability. The cadet must:

have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and the United

States; hold a leadership position in the cadet corps; be

active in school and community affairs; attain a grade of

AB@ or better in all subjects the previous semester; and not

have previously received the award.

13.2.14. Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) Achievement Award. Recognizes an

outstanding ASII, ASIII or ASIV cadet. The recipient

must demonstrate outstanding qualities in military

leadership, discipline, character and citizenship, and

must not have previously won the award.

13.2.15. Scottish Rite of Free Masonry Award. Recognizes an outstanding ASII or ASIII cadet.

It is awarded to the cadet who has: contributed the most

among contemporaries to encourage and demonstrate

Americanism through deeds; demonstrated academic

excellence by being in the top 25% of their class;

demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities/potential;

and is not a previous recipient of this award.

13.2.16. Tuskegee Airman Award. Recognizes

an outstanding ASI, ASII or ASIII cadet. The recipient

must demonstrate outstanding qualities in military

leadership, discipline, character and citizenship, and

must not have previously won the award.

13.3. AFJROTC Awards.

13.3.1. Valor Awards:

Gold AFJROTC Valor Award is awarded for

voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery by

the cadet involving conspicuous risk above and beyond

the call of duty.

Silver AFJROTC Valor Award is awarded to a

cadet for a voluntary act of heroism which does not meet

the risk-of-life requirements for the Gold Valor Award.

13.3.2. Cadet Humanitarian Award. Rec-

ognizes exceptional humanitarian effort, above and

beyond the call of duty, on the part of a cadet.

13.3.3. Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Badge. Recognizes one outstanding junior at each unit

annually. Selection is made at the end of each school

year to allow the cadet to wear the badge throughout the

senior

year. The recipient must hold the following awards prior

to selection: Achievement Ribbon, Leadership Ribbon,

Superior Performance Ribbon, Academic Ribbon,

Co-curricular Activities Leadership and the Service

Ribbon. The cadet must be of high moral character,

demonstrate positive personal attributes, display

outstanding military potential and maintain constant

academic and military excellence.

13.3.4. Outstanding Cadet Ribbon. Awarded

annually to the outstanding ASI, ASII, ASIII and ASIV

cadet. The recipient from each class must be of high

moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes,

display outstanding military potential, and attain

academic and military excellence.

13.3.5. Leadership Ribbon. Awarded for out-

standing performance in a position of leadership as an

AFJROTC cadet in corps training activities. Limited to

5% of the corps.

13.3.6. Achievement Ribbon. Awarded for

a significant achievement as deemed appropriate by the

ASI. Individuals may not receive the ribbon more than

once in a one year period. Limited to 10% of the corps.

13.3.7. Superior Performance Ribbon. Awarded annually for outstanding achievement or

meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of the

AFJROTC. Limited to 5% of the corps.

13.4. Local Recognition Programs.

13.4.1. Cadet and Officer of the Quarter. At the end of each nine week marking period, one enlisted

cadet and one officer from each flight will be nominated

by their flight commander to compete for the Cadet of the

Quarter. They will be selected by their respective flight

commanders for exceptional performance in academics,

leadership, followership, and overall participation in

JROTC activities. The nominations should be relayed in

writing to the Recognition Officer for review/approval at

least five days prior to the COQ selection board. All

nominees will meet the selection board for evaluation.

The board will forward the selectee to the SASI for final

approval/release. The selectee will receive certificates,

and have their picture hung on the Cadet of the Quarter

Board for the next nine week period. They will also

receive a special USAF Insignia Rock. Public Affairs is

responsible for ensuring the individual pictures are taken,

developed, and posted on the board not later than five

school days after the start of the next quarter, and for

completing the necessary certificates and ensuring that

they are given to the selectees at an appropriate time by

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“True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic.

It is not the urge to surpass others at whatever cost, but

to serve others at whatever the cost.”

BArthur Ashe

13.4.2. Booster Club Scholarship. Each year

the FL-821st Booster Club provides up to two $500

scholarships to graduating seniors to assist them in

furthering their education beyond high school.

Application packages are normally provided to all

interested seniors, by the SASI, sometime during the

month of March.

Completed packages, which are due sometime in early

April, are submitted before a non-JROTC faculty

committee for review/selection. Candidates must have

at least two years in JROTC at the time of graduation and

the winner is selected based on overall JROTC

performance and financial need.

13.4.3. Academic Ace Board. Each semester

all students who earn a 3.0 GPA or higher will have their

name posted on the Academic Ace Board in the front of

the classroom. The SASI will get the GPAs from the

appropriate school authorities and provide the names/

GPAs of the Ace winners to the Information Management

Officer who will make/post the name plates on the

Academic Ace Board. This information will be posted

on the board no later than five school days after receipt of

the Ace list by the Information Management Officer.

ADefeat is not the worst of failures.

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Chapter 14

KITTY HAWK AIR SOCIETY

14.1. General. The Kitty Hawk Air

Society (KHAS) is an honor society within the AFJROTC

program. Its objectives are to promote high academic

standards both within the society and cadet corps, be of

service to the school and community, promote

self-confidence and initiative among its members,

develop leadership abilities, and encourage academic

excellence and continued educational development in the

post high school years.

14.2. Membership. There are three levels

of membership within the KHAS: Active, Honorary, and

Probationary.

14.2.1. Active. An active member must be

enrolled in the AFJROTC program as a full time high

school student. An invitation to join KHAS will be

extended only to those cadets who have a minimum

Aerospace Science grade of AB@ and an overall 3.0 GPA in

all other subjects without any failing grades during the

preceding semester. Members who fail to maintain these

standards for any semester will be moved from active to

probationary status until the discrepancy is corrected.

14.2.2. Honorary. 14.2.2.1. Chapter Level. The School

District Superintendent, high school principal, and

AFJROTC instructors are honorary members. Other

individuals may be recommended to the Membership

Committee for honorary membership.

14.2.2.2. State Level. The President of the

Air Force Association (AFA) and the AFJROTC Area

Commandant will be honorary members.

14.2.2.3. National Level. The President of

the AFA, additional advisory board members appointed

from the AFA, the Commandant AFROTC, and the

Director of the AFJROTC Program (AFROTC/DOJ) will

be extended honorary membership in the KHAS.

14.2.3. Probationary. Any member who fails

to maintain required standards for a semester will be

placed on probationary status for the next semester.

During this period, the member cannot hold office or vote.

At the end of the grading period, if the member has

regained minimum academic standards, they may return

to active membership status. If the member fails to

regain minimum academic standards, they will be

expelled from the chapter pending a majority vote of the

Membership Committee. Additionally, if a member is

suspended or expelled from school, the member will be

removed from the chapter.

14.3. Membership Procedures. Invitations to join

this Society will be extended by the Membership

Committee. The Membership Committee will be

responsible for determining the eligibility of prospective

members and establishing notification and induction

procedures for the candidates. The prospective

membership list must be approved by the KHAS

President and faculty advisor. The Membership

Committee may also nominate individuals who have

made outstanding contributions to KHAS for honorary

membership, but final approval rests with the KHAS

President and the Advisor.

14.3.1. Induction. Cadets nominated to

become members of the KHAS chapter must complete a

pledge program of no less than 30 days in which a

community service project is accomplished. During this

pledge period, prospective members will be evaluated as

they accomplish a pledge program of reasonable, non-

degrading tasks established by the Membership

Committee and approved by the KHAS advisor—at no

time will pledges be hazed or demined in anyway. Once

the prospective member has met all the requirements for

membership and is approved by the Membership

Committee, the Group Commander, and the KHAS

Advisor, then the member is authorized to wear the

KHAS badge on the uniform.

14.3.2. Due Process. Members who have been

expelled from the Society for other than academic

reasons, may file a protest by notifying the President in

writing within five school days of the change of status.

The President, along with the Membership Committee,

will discuss the protest and make recommendations to the

KHAS Advisor with seven school days. The KHAS

Advisor will determine the final action.

14.3.3. Discipline. Any KHAS officer who

misses two consecutive meetings without the approval of

the KHAS President or Advisor, will be required to resign

from office. Any member who misses two or more

consecutive meetings without an excuse will be referred

to the Membership Committee for disciplinary action.

Final action will be determined by the KHAS President

with the concurrence of the KHAS Advisor.

“People do less than ought, unless they do all

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14.4. KHAS Organization. Duties of the

KHAS officers include:

14.4.1. President. The President will preside

over all meetings of the Society and shall do his/her

utmost to further organizational objectives.

Additionally, the President will establish a set schedule of

meetings so that members will have adequate time to

arrange their calendars and attend all meetings. The

President will be an ex officio member of all committees.

The President will be a special assistant to the corps

commander. The President will hold the rank of Cadet

Captain (eligible for promotion to Cadet Major) and will

ensure that the activities of the KHAS do not conflict with

those of the AFJROTC cadet corps. The principle focus

of the KHAS organization will be to raise the level of

academics in the AFJROTC Cadet corps and to conduct

school and community service. With this in mind, the

KHAS should undertake at least one school or community

service project each nine week period during the school

year.

14.4.2. Vice President. The Vice President

shall assume the duties of the President when the

President is absent, and hold the rank of C/1Lt. The Vice

President may be assigned additional responsibilities as

determined by the President. The Vice President shall be

the chairperson of the Membership Committee.

14.4.3. Secretary. The Secretary will record

all meetings, maintain necessary files, and handle routine

correspondence. The Secretary will also ensure that the

Advisor is given a copy of the minutes of all meetings.

14.4.4. KHAS Advisor. The Aerospace

Science Instructor will be the faculty advisor to the

Society. In special situations, the principal may also

select additional non-AFJROTC faculty advisors who

have a high interest in aerospace activities and the

improvement of citizenship. The local AFA chapter will

be invited to name an advisor.

14.4.5. Committees. There will be at leastone

permanent standing committee, i.e. the Membership

Committee. Other permanent standing committees may

be formed by a majority vote of the general membership.

Members will be selected for permanent committees by

the President with the approval of the KHAS Advisor.

The President may also appoint other temporary

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Appendix A

AFJROTC STAFF WORK

A1.1 General. Successful leaders are able to influence

others to willingly and eagerly accomplish a mission or

task. A leader, whether in a civilian or military

organization, cannot do the entire task without the help

of people on committees. They do work in special areas

like membership, social activities, treasury, news

releases, etc. Committees, in military organizations

like AFJROTC are known as the Astaff@ and are labeled:

OPERATIONS, PERSONNEL, INFORMATION

MANAGEMENT, LOGISTICS, PUBLIC AFFAIRS,

etc. The chairman of the staff positions are known as

Aofficers@ and their assistants are known as ANCOIC=s@ (Noncommisioned Officers in charge).

A2.1 Purpose. The purpose of each staff agency is to

gather information and ideas, study them, and make

specific recommendations to the commander who must

make a proper decision. Frequently the staff is called

upon to identify a problem and recommend a solution.

At other times, they are asked to discover new ways and

ideas to accomplish things. The staff may also have to

research school policies, cadet regulations or unit

precedent in order to come up with a recommendation

that is sound. The staff is responsible for doing the staff

work. When it is complete, it recommends specific

action to the group commander, who, through the use of

the completed staff work, can make a more informed

decision. Using this procedure, the result should be a

wise decision based upon thorough and accurate

information which has resulted from an overall team

effort. Once the decision is made, staff members may

be asked to follow through with actions based upon the

commander=s decision.

A3.1. Assigning Staff Work. Here are some hints

which should help commanders when assigning staff

work and the staff in accomplishing the work they are

assigned. The result of good assignments and proper

work is Acompleted staff work@. A3.1.1. Commanders need complete and

accurate information from the staff so that the best

possible decision can be made. They must know how to

assign staff work if they expect it to get done. Keep

these rules in mind when asking a staff member to study

a problem and recommend a solution.

A3.1.2. Select an individual who is familiar with

the problem. This will eliminate unnecessary research

and speed the discovery of a solution. This usually is

the staff officer with normal responsibility in that

particular area. An alternative to this would be

assigning a Aproject officer@ to the task.

A3.1.3. Give this individual sole responsibility

for the project.

A3.1.4. Know the problem yourself, so that

you can give adequate guidance.

A3.1.5. Explain the problem and give specific

directions to your subordinate. Mention referrals or leads

the person might pursue in researching the problem.

A3.1.6. Record the date the assignment is given

and give a firm completion date so that your staff

member will know when it is due.

A3.1.7. Specify the format for the completed

staff work. Should it be written or given to you orally.

A3.1.8. Be available. Let the individual know

you are ready to give advice or suggestions, but do not

become overbearing and do not end up doing it yourself.

An effective leader learns to recognize capable people

and then depends upon them.

A3.1.9. Basically, give your staff member

adequate guidance, sufficient authority and enough

confidence so that they can gather the facts or figures

you need on which to base a decision.

A4.1. Completed Staff Work As a staff member, you

are an administrator, spending your time gathering

information from many sources. You then analyze that

information, test it and draw conclusions based upon that

information. You must have a clear understanding of

what constitutes Acompleted staff work@. It is the study

of a problem and the presentation of a solution with

enough detail so that all a project supervisor or

commander need do is approve or disapprove the

completed action. You may if necessary, submit a

Arough draft@ for review to see if you are on the right

track. You are responsible for forming the details of a

proposed action. Keep these principles in mind when

doing staff work.

A4.1.1. Work out all the details completely.

A4.1.2. Consult with other staff members if the

action will involve their area of responsibility.

A4.1.3. Be sure to ask: who, what, where, why,

and when. Then ask yourself, AWhat if...@ and AWhat

could possibly go wrong?@ A4.1.4. Study, write, study again and rewrite

your work until you are confident that you have all the

facts.

A4.1.5. Do not commit this organization to any

action without specific authority to do so. Understand

the difference between, Awe are thinking about

ordering...@ and Awe want to order...@ Understand the

difference between a tentative date and a firm request for

the date.

A4.1.6. Present a single proposed action.

Coordinate it and if necessary get the initials of the other

staff member(s) concerned about the issue on your

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A4.1.7 Advise the commander on what action to

take. Do not ask or tell him/her.

A4.1.8. Accept the final decision of the

commander on the matter. If you have done a thorough

and accurate job, your recommendation will likely be the

final decision, but not necessarily.

A4.1.9. Achieving Acompleted staff work@ will

require extra effort on your part. Extra effort is the price

to pay for the recognition you get with the additional rank

or position title. Your completed work will protect the

commander from poor advice and immature oral Aquick

solutions.@ It separates staff officers who merely pose

additional questions from those who have thought out and

completed an idea.

A4.1.10. The final test for completed staff work is

to ask yourself: AIf I were the commander would I be

willing to sign my recommendation into law?@ If not,

take it back, it is not yet completed staff work.

A4.1.11. Staff members must work in harmony

with each other. If the matter you have been asked to

study involves other staff members, coordinate (or check)

with them for their input. This will save you possible

embarrassment for not doing all your homework!

A4.1.12. Remember completed staff work

involves more than just developing the plan and getting

approval from the commander. Your action is not

complete until you have implemented the commander=s

approved plan of action, completed an After Action

Report, and taken any corrective actions to

overcome/compensate for unanticipated problems. The

action is yours from beginning to end; you are ultimately

responsible for its success and failure so give your best

shot.

A4.1.13. If you take a serious approach to this

experience, you should have a lot of success in future

dealing with people and in organizing your work as a

member of this or any other organization.

TEAMWORK REQUIRES A MAXIMUM EFFORT

FROM EACH TEAM MEMBER! GOOD LUCK

AND HAPPY PLANNING!!!



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APPENDIX B

CADET CONTRACT Application and Agreement for the

Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (AFJROTC)

Forward AFJROTC is a full credit elective course offered by the School Board of Alachua County at Buchholz High

School (BHS). It is a unique course of instruction because the US Air Force has established certain

requirements which must be met before academic credit can be given. This agreement, like an education

contract, serves to provide general guidelines concerning these requirements to each cadet and encourage a

commitment on their part to develop self-discipline and responsibility for personal actions.

NOTE: Participation in AFJROTC does not commit or obligate any student to military service nor does it

guarantee any special consideration should a student elect to enter any of the military services. However, a

cadet who successfully completes three years of AFJROTC may: (1) Qualify for advanced rank upon

enlistment; (2) Compete more favorably for college ROTC scholarships and service academy

appointments.

Application I, , do herby apply for enrollment in the Air Force Junior

Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC), at Buchholz High School.

Agreement 1. Upon acceptance of this application and the fulfillment of its conditions by the cadet the Aerospace

Science Instructors agree to:

a. Provide textbook materials

b. Issue a regulation Air Force uniform on a loan basis from the authorized tariff sizes

available from the Air Force.

c. Provide instruction in support of the purpose and program objectives of AFJROTC.

Specifically, a cadet should develop:

1) An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for national security.

2) Respect for/an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic

society.

3) Patriotism and an understanding of their 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/appreciation for the traditions of the US Air Force.

9) An understanding of the opportunities in the Air Force as a career.

d. Encourage academic achievement/career planning. Provide guidance regarding the

continuing educational opportunities available through service academies and college

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2. In order to maintain the highest standards of courtesy, personal conduct and appearance required by the

USAF and the Alachua County School District as a cadet. I understand and agree to:

a. Take proper care of all AFJROTC textbook materials and return same when requested.

b. Wear the regulation Air Force uniform only on those occasions prescribed by the

AFJROTC staff. Refusal to wear or improper use of the uniform can result in removal

from JROTC and an “F” for the course.

c. Maintain the uniform in a clean, properly fitted, and required manner and to turn in the

complete uniform upon demand. Cadets are responsible for the cost of routine cleaning,

loss, theft, or damage to all uniform items.

d. Meet the personal grooming standards (especially haircuts) established by the USAF.

e. Meet the standards of attitude, behavior, and respect established and taught by the

instructors. (Cadets who are suspended from school, for whatever reason, risk loss of

rank/position within the corps and possible removal from the program.)

f. Maintain an acceptable standard of academic achievement (Cadets must have at least a

2.0 GPA to participate in any AFJROTC extra-curricular activities such as Drill

Team/Color Guard. Cadets must also have at least a 2.0 GPA to be eligible for advanced

rank or positions within the corps.)

g. To the best of my ability, participate in weekly physical training and the semiannual

Presidential Physical Fitness Assessments. Refusal to participate can result in removal

from the AFJROTC program.

h. Strive to meet the objectives listed in paragraph 1c above:

i. Respond positively to other cadets who have been appointed to leadership positions in

the cadet squadron and likewise show the proper respect to subordinates when placed in a

position of leader ship.

_____________________________________ ___________________

(Student Signature) (Date)

Parental Approval I hereby give my permission for my son/daughter to enroll in the Air Force Junior ROTC

program and will encourage his/her participation. I understand that there is no commitment for

the military service because of participation in AFJROTC. I understand and will help support

your efforts to maintain the high standards expected of a cadet in the Buchholz High School

AFJROTC program.

______________________________________ ______________________

(Parent Signature) (Date)



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APPENDIX C



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APPENDIX D

JOB DESCRIPTIONS FOR LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

Upon being appointed to leadership position in the FL-821

st AFJROTC Cadet Corps, each cadet will assume duties and

responsibilities as outlined in the following job descriptions

D-1. Command Level

a. Group Commander (1). Responsible to the Commandant of Cadets

for the appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and

conduct of the cadet squadron. Understands the mission

and the objectives of the AFJROTC program and

promotes them throughout the group.

(2).Supervisor of the Vice Group Commander,

Squadron Commanders, Group Adjutant, Kitty Hawk

President, and Senior Enlisted Advisor and maintains

frequent/direct contact with the same.

(3). Works closely with the SASI/ASI and is

responsible for the overall planning and coordinating of

all group activities, facilities, and resources.

(4). Receives investigations and

recommendations from the cadet evaluation board.

Consults with the commandant of cadets and

recommends action as necessary to maintain moral,

discipline and orderliness in the squadron.

(5). Acts as advisor to the commandant of cadets

concerning matters of promotion and demotion of cadets

(6). Establishes and maintains written policies

that provide standard guidance in the overall group

operation.

(7). Works with squadron commanders in

solving group problems at all levels.

(8). Responsible for the conduct of group staff

meetings to plan and organize squadron activities. Staff

meetings will be held at times other than regular class

periods. Regular meetings will be posted and additional

meetings, as required, will be announced far enough in

advance to ensure maximum attendance.

(9). Acts as counselor to younger cadets

b. Vice Group Commander (1). Responsible to the cadet Group

Commander. Acts as group commander in his/her

absence. Performs other duties as may be assigned by the

cadet Group Commander.

(2). Serves as President of the Cadet Evaluation

Board, investigation cases sent before the Board.

Recommends action to the cadet group commander.

(3). As the cadet Group Safety Officer, conducts

weekly safely inspections of all cadet facilities. Reports

all safety violations or findings to the cadet Group

Commander or the Commandant of Cadets. Provides

recommendations for correcting safety related problems.

(4). Serves as President of the Group Promotion

Selection Board. Provides recommendations to the

group commander and SASI for NCO and officer

promotions. Ensures appropriate records are maintained

on these board meetings.

(5). Oversees the development publishing and

implementation of the weekly operations order which

outlines uniform requirements and the schedule of events.

(6). As a member of the group staff, attends all

group staff meetings.

(7). Is responsible to perform the duties of Group

Inspector General to ensure that each level of command is

complying with group policies and procedures.

(8). Works closely with the Group Commander

in the management and supervision of the group.

(9). Acts as counselor to younger cadets

c. Special Assistant to the SASI: This position is

normally filled by an AS IV cadet who has successfully

served as Group and has rotated (without cause) from the

position. The purpose is to provide experienced cadet

leaders an opportunity to serve the organization in a

productive and unique way appropriate to their abilities.

(1). Provides an orientation for the new group

commander so that an orderly transition of command

duties can take place

(2). Is available to the cadet Group Commander

as a resource person and advisor; however, the assistant

must take great effort to avoid the appearance of trying to

run the group.

(3). Ex officio member of the squadron staff

(4). Observes and evaluates the progress of the

cadet group in accomplishing its mission. Serves as the

focal point to coordinate the group inspection from higher

headquarters.

(5). Makes recommendations to the SASI/ASI

concerning the policies, programs and administration of

the cadet group.

(6). Maintains the group organizational chart.

(7). Acts as a counselor to younger cadets.

d. Kitty Hawk President

(1). Responsible to the cadet Group Commander.

(2). Oversees and ensures that this organization

lives up to its charter by being active in school and

community service (scheduling one event every 9 weeks

throughout the school year) and promoting academic

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(3). Establishes necessary committees to manage

organizational requirements. The only mandatory

committee is a membership committee that will enforce

academic standards for entry and establish a pledge

program for prospective candidates.

(4). Conducts meetings on a scheduled basis (at

least once a month) to plan events.

(5). Keeps the cadet Group Commander and

Kitty Hawk advisor updated of ongoing actions/activities.

(6). Ensure national, regional, state, and local

policies and procedures are adhered to in all actions.

(7). Perform other tasks as directed by the Group

Commander or Kitty Hawk advisor.

D-2. STAFF LEVEL:

a. Operations Support Squadron Commander

(1). On behalf of the Group Commander direct

all activities of the various Group Staff agencies ensuring

all required staff actions are completed in a timely

manner.

(2). Completes performance reports/

recommendations for promotions on all senior staff

officers in his/her chain of command. Also ensures

performance reports/promotion recommendations are

completed in a timely manner for all NCOs by their

supervisors within the Operations Support Squadron.

(3). Attends all Group Staff Meetings and fills in

for the Vice Commander when absent and the Group

Commander whenever both the Commander and Vice are

not available.

(4). Member of the Group Evaluation Board and

Group Promotion Board.

(5). Maintains the Group Calender of Activities

ensuring that there are no conflicts between scheduled

events. Ensures project officers for group activities

receive the appropriate information/forms to do their jobs

and ensure that AAfter Action Reports@ are turned in by

Project Officers at the completion of projects.

(6). Oversees through the scheduling of fund

raising activities and that proper bookkeeping records are

maintained.

(7). Oversees the activities of the Drill Team/

Color Guard.

(8). Through the Recruiting Officer plans and

implements an effective recruiting program for feeder

schools and here at BHS.

(9). Performs other tasks as directed by the

Group Commander


b. Logistics Officer (1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervisor of the Squadron

Logistics NCOIC and as such is responsible for

counseling, performance reports, and promotion

recommendations for this individual.

(2). Manages and supervises the logisitcs

function of the group and, through the Operations Support

Squadron Commander, keeps the cadet Group

Commander informed on logistics matters.

(3). Assists the ASI in the receipt, issue and

accounting for all the items of uniform, equipment,

supplies, text, and library materials related to the

operation of the group.

(4). Insures compliance with AFJROTC

Instruction 36-2001 and other pertinent logistical

directives as they apply to equipment, uniform, and

supply actions. Assists the ASI in maintaining supply

records and assists in inventories as directed.

(5). Organizes and supervises the maintenance,

repair, and cleaning of the AFJROTC facilities, uniforms,

supplies, and equipment.

(6). Provides guidance to the cadet corps on

proper supply discipline.

(7). Performs other duties as directed by the

Operations Support Squadron Commander.

(8). Member of the Operations Support

Squadron Staff and Group Staff and as such attends

meetings of these two organizations.


c. Logistics NCOIC (1). Responsible to the Logistics Officer.

Attends staff meetings in the absence of the Logistics

Officer.

(2). Assists the Logistics Officer by providing

administrative support in the logistics functional area.

(3). Maintains squadron logistics files, cadet

reference library of books, and the accountability records

for the Aerospace Science textbook material.

d. Recruiting Officer

(1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervises the Recruiting NCOIC

and as such is responsible for counseling, and completing

performance reports/promotion recommendations on this

individual.

(2). Responsible for maintenance of Unit

Recruiting Board in hallway.

(3).Organizes and coordinates for recruiting trips

and open house activities during the school year.


e. Recruiting NCOIC

(1). Responsible to the Recruiting Officer.

Attends squadron and staff meetings in the absence of

Recruiting Officer.

(2). Assists the Recruiting Officer by providing

administrative support across the entire spectrum of this

area's responsibilities.

(3). Performs other duties as required by the

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f. Personnel Files Officer


Squadron Commander. Supervises the Personnel NCOIC

and as such is responsible for the counseling, and

completing performance reports/promotion

recommendations on this individual.

(2). Manages and supervises the personnel

function of the group and keeps the cadet Operations

Support Squadron Commander informed on personnel

matters.

(3). Coordinates with the SASI and ASI on

group personnel problems.

(4). Responsible for maintaining history forms

and service records for each cadet. Responsible for

posting each special order content to the service record

(Personal history) form of each cadet.


Squadron and Group Staffs and as such attends all

scheduled meetings of these organizations as directed.

(6). Serves as a member of the Cadet Evaluation

Board and as the Recorder for the Group Promotion

Boards.

(7). Keeps/posts records of leadership position

changes to cadet Personnel records

(8) Acts as a counselor to younger cadets.

f. Personnel WINGS Officer


Squadron Commander. Supervises the Personnel NCOIC

and as such is responsible for the counseling, and



(2). Manages and supervises the personnel


Support Squadron Commander informed on personnel

matters.

(3). Coordinates with the SASI and ASI on

group personnel problems.

(4). Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date

cadet group squadron computer data base to include cadet

locator information, cadet phone listings, computations

for honor flight, etc.

(5). Keeps a current list of cadets on probation

for failure to meet eligibility requirements for field trips,

participation in extra-curricular activities, etc.


Squadron and Group Staffs and as such attends all

scheduled meetings of these organizations as directed.

(7) Acts as a counselor to younger cadets.

g. Personnel NCOIC (1). Responsible to the Personnel Officer.

Attends meetings in the absence of the Personnel Officer.

(2). Assists the Personnel Officer by providing

administrative and technical support in the personnel

functional area.

(3). Maintains the group file on personnel

matters.

(4). Performs the other duties as directed by the

Personnel Officer.

h. Maintenance Officer

(1) Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervisor of the Maintenance

NCOIC and as such is responsible for counseling and



(2) Manages and supervises maintenance


Support Squadron Commander informed on these

matters.

(3) Maintains cleanliness, repair, and upkeep of

all group facilities and equipment.

(4) Responsible to make routine inspection of

equipment to determine proper operation and report any

discrepancies to the cadet Operations Support Squadron

Commander or SASI/ASI.

(5) Responsible for cleanliness of vehicles used

for group functions at the completion of activity.

(6) Member of the Operations Support Squadron

and Group Staffs and as such attends all meetings of these

organizations as required.

(7) Acts as counselor to younger cadets.

i. Maintenance NCOIC

(1)Responsible to the Maintenance Officer.

Attends the squadron and group staff meetings in the

absence of the Maintenance Officer.

(2) Assists the Maintenance Officer by providing

administrative and technical support in the maintenance

functional area.

(3) Assists in maintenance and inspection of

group facilities as assigned by Maintenance Officer.

(4) Performs other duties as required by the

Maintenance Officer.

j. Public Affairs Web Officer

(1) Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervises the Squadron Public

Affairs NCOIC and is a Co-Officer to the Public Affairs

Flyer Officer.

(2) Manages and supervises the public affairs


Support Squadron Commander informed on public affairs

matters. Monitors and is responsible for reporting on the

activities of the Awareness Presentation Team (APT)

when and if such a team is formed.

(4) Provides newsworthy information, including

pictures, concerning the group activities and

accomplishments to the high school yearbook,

newspaper, TV, local media and to the AFJROTC

Headquarters and other AFJROTC units. Additionally,

works with the ASI to get an AFJROTC input into the

BHS yearbook.

(5) As the cadet group historian, maintains the

cadet corps history reflecting the tradition,

accomplishments, and activities of the cadet corps.

Responsible for the documentation of historical

information and data pertaining to corps activities on

computer or electronic medium. The history should

contain four chapters, one for each nine weeks period and

it should be completed by the last day of school.



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(6) Responsible for the currency and orderliness

of the squadron magazine rack and bulletin board in the

rear of the classroom.


and Group Staff and as such attends all meetings of these



k. Public Affairs Flyer Officer

(1) Serves as Editor of the AFJROTC monthly

newspaper. Responsible for gathering stories from all

affected agencies, assembling this information into a

monthly publication, and obtaining staff/faculty approval

prior to reproduction and release. The monthly newspaper

will come out on or about the 15th of each month, except

August, January, and the summer months.

(2) In coordination with the Squadron

Commanders and Flight Commanders establish points of

contact within each flight who will be tasked to provide

inputs to the newspaper.

(3) Responsible for the overall cadet corps

publicity and community relations program. Prepares

public news releases to school, community, and Air Force

publications and clears them with the SASI/ASI prior to

release.

(4) Provides newsworthy information, including

pictures, concerning the group activities and

accomplishments to the high school yearbook,

newspaper, TV, local media and to the AFJROTC

Headquarters and other AFJROTC units. Additionally,

works with the ASI to get an AFJROTC input into the

BHS yearbook.


and Group Staff and as such attends all meetings of these


(6) Perform all other duties as directed by the

Public Affairs Officer


l. Public Affairs NCOIC

(1) Responsible to the Public Affairs Officer.

Attends squadron staff meetings in the absence of the

Public Affairs Officer and Assistant.

(2) Assists the Public Affairs Officer by

providing administrative and technical support in the

public affairs functional area.

(3). Maintains group public affairs files, the

trophy display area, magazine rack, and bulletin board in

the rear of the classroom.


Public Affairs Officer.

m. Training Officer (1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervises the Training NCOIC

and as such performs counseling, and completes

performance reports/promotion recommendation forms

on this individual.

(2). Manages and supervises the group Wellness

program and coordinates with other affected staff

agencies on the award of the Wellness ribbon.

(3). In coordination with the squadron

commanders and flight commanders, establishes points of

contact within the flights to coordinate athletic

competitions between the flights. This point of contact

should also direct the E2C program within the flight to

include administering the Physical Fitness Test as

required.

(4). Plan, organize, and direct a tutoring program

geared to help AFJROTC cadets who are in need of

academic assistance.

(5). Plan, and implement in the Fall Field Day

Competition between the flights.

(6). Member of the Group and Operations

Support Squadron Staffs and as such attends all meetings

of these organizations as directed.


n. Training NCOIC (1). Responsible to the Training Officer. Attends

Group and Operations Support Squadron staff meetings in

the absence of the Training Officer.

(2). Provides administrative and technical

support to the Training Officer.

(3). Assists the Training Officer in managing the

Group physical fitness and tutor programs.

(4). Performs other duties as directed.

o. Chaplain (1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervises the Chaplain NCOIC

and as such performs counseling, and completes


on this individual.

(2). Responsible for monitoring attendance

status of group cadets and noting extended periods of

absence of any. If so noted, responsible for investigating

and reporting status of cadet to Operation Support

Commander or SASI/ASI.

(3). Responsible to track birthdays of all group

members and inform flight commanders of the dates of

their flight members on the appropriate day.

(4). Responsible to implement an effective

birthday gift system for members celebrating their

birthday.

(5). Responsible for providing invocation and

benediction for appropriate group functions.





p. Chaplain NCOIC (1). Responsible to the Chaplain. Attends

squadron and group staff meetings in the absence of the

Chaplain.

(2). Assists the Chaplain by providing

administrative and technical support in the maintenance

functional area.


Chaplain.



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q. Audio-Visual Officer (1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander. Supervises the Audio-Visual

NCOIC and as such performs counseling, and completes


on this individual.

(2). Responsible for maintaining the groups

audio-visual library.

(3). Ensures proper audio-visual coverage of all

group activities throughout the year.

(4). In coordination with the Public Affairs

Officer, will assist and provide appropriate audio-visual

material to acquire adequate publicity of the Buchholz

High School JROTC program and our activities.





r. Audio-Visual NCOIC (1). Responsible to the Audio-Visual Officer.

Attends the squadron and group staff meetings in the

absence of the Audio-Visual Officer.

(2) Assists the Audio-Visual Officer by

providing

administrative and technical support in the audio-visual

functional area.


Audio-Visual Officer.

s. Information Technology Officer

(1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Sup-

port Squadron Commander.

(2). Responsible for ensuring proper opera-

tion of all group computer equipment to include

installation of appropriate software.

(3). Coordinates with all other functional

areas to ensure they have effective programs and train-

ing to maintain operation within their functional area.


Squadron Staff. Attends all Operations Support

Squadron Staff and Group Staff Meetings.


t. Information Technology NCO

(1). Responsible to the IT Officer. Attends

squadron and groups staff meetings in the absence of the

IT Officer.

(2). Assists the IT Officer by providing technical

help maintaining the computer hardware in the IT area.

(3). Performs other duties as required by the IT

Officer.

u. Drill Team Commander (1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander.

(2). Assists the Drill Team Advisor in training

and organizing the drill teams.

(3). Trains new drill team members until they

are ready to formally join the drill team.

(4). Responsible for scheduling drill team

practices after school and for coordinating maintenance

and competitions with the Color Guard Commander and

Drill team Advisor.





v. Color Guard Commander


Squadron Commander.

(2). Responsible for ensuring that the National

and State Flags are raised and lowered each

school day. Assists in training A & E flights on proper

procedures for Reveille/Retreat and then delegates

responsibility for conducting these activities to the A & E

flight commanders.

(3). Assists the Color Guard Advisor in train-

ing and organizing the color guard.

(4). Schedules color guard practices after

school and coordinates performances/competitions.

(5). Leads the color guard at public appearances

and competitions.


(7). Acts as counselor to the younger cadets.

w. Rifle Team Commander (1). Responsible to the cadet Operations Support

Squadron Commander.

(2). Assists the Rifle Team Advisor in training

and organizing the rifle teams.

((3). Trains new rifle team members until they

are ready to formally join the rifle team.

(4). Responsible for scheduling rifle team

practices and for coordinating maintenance and

competitions with the Color Guard Commander, Drill

Team Commander and the Rifle Team Advisor.





x. Rocket Club President


Squadron Commander. Supervises the Rocket Club

NCOIC.

(2). Responsible for the training and education

of all Rocket Club members.

(3). Ensure proper knowledge of rocketry

through testing prior to any and all launches.

(4). Responsible for organizing and

scheduling a minimum of two launches during the school

year.

(5). Responsible for all areas of safety and

protocol during scheduled rocket launches.




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y. Rocket Club NCOIC

(1). Responsible to the Rocket Club

President. Attends the squadron and group staff meetings

in the absence of the Rocket Club President.

(2) Assists the Rocket Club President by

providing administrative and technical support in the

rocketry functional area.


Rocket Club President

D-3 OPERATIONAL LEVEL

a. 1st and 2nd Squadron Commanders (1). Supervise the Flight Commanders under

their command and as such counsel and complete

performance reports/promotion recommendations on

same.

(2). Train Flight Commanders on how to be

effective leaders.

(3). Establish squadron policies, consistent

with Group policies, that promote cadet development,

esprit de corps, and maximum participation in group

activities.

(4). Conduct Flight staff training sessions as

required to ensure that flight commanders, flight

sergeants, and flight guides understand their role in

making their flight effective.

(5), Member of the Cadet Evaluation/Promotion

Boards.

(6). Member of the Group Staff and as such must

attend or send a designated representative to all scheduled

staff meetings.

(7). Perform other tasks as directed by the

cadet Group Commander.

b. Flight Commander

(1). Responsible to the 1st or 2nd cadet

Squadron Commander. Supervisor of the Flight

Sergeant and responsible for counseling, and completing

performance reports/promotion recommendations on this

individual. Manages and supervises the mission of the

flight and keeps the cadet Squadron Commander

informed on the flight status.

(2). Responsible for maintaining the appearance,

discipline, efficiency, and training of their respective

flight, working in close coordination with the SASI and

ASI. Provides recommendations for the Cadet of the

Quarter to the Squadron Commander. Provides name of

Flight's Cadet of the Quarter to the cadet Squadron

Commander.

(3). Responsible for the discipline and conduct

of the flight members on the drill field and in the

classroom. Reports violations to the SASI or ASI.

(4). Conducts weekly personal injections of each

flight member. Insures that flight members are complying

with the AFJROTC and group policies concerning

uniform wear, customs and courtesies, personal

appearance and classroom conduct.

(5). Understands the squadron mission and

promotes it within the flight. Identifies flight objectives

and leads the flight members in the accomplishment of

those objectives.

(6). Prepares the class for instruction by the

SASI or ASI. Is able to drill the flight and to instruct the

flight on individual drill.

(7). Promotes and encourages a positive flight

spirit, enthusiasm and support of flight and squadron

activities. Serves as the focal point for inter-flight

competitions such as the Honor Flight competition.

(8). Completes Quarterly Awards packages on

deserving individuals within his flight.

(9). Makes every effort to improve the operation

and quality of their flight, squadron, and the group by

using all the available resources within the flight.


Squadron Staff and must attend or send a representative to

all scheduled staff meetings.

c. Flight Sergeant

(1). Responsible to the Flight Commander.

Supervises the Flight Guide and Element Leaders.

(2). Attends Operations Support Squadron

Staff meetings in the absence of the Flight Commander.

(3). Reports absentees to the SASI or the ASI at

the beginning of each class.

(4). Able to drill the flight and instruct in

individual drill. Trains the flight guide on

duties/responsibilities.

(5). Insures flight compliance with

AFJROTC policies on uniform wear and care. Inspects

the flight, maintains inspection records and personally

meets the highest standard of uniform and personal

appearance. Instructs others in the proper wear and care

of the uniform and accessories.

(6). Insures flight compliance with

AFJROTC standards of conduct, customs and courtesies.

Able to instruct others in proper conduct.

(7), Promotes and encourages flight spirit,

cooperation and teamwork.

(8). Informs the Flight Commander on matters

concerning the morale, attitude and behavior of the flight.

Assists in preparing the class for instruction. Secures the

class for departure by inspecting to ensure everything is

neat and orderly at the end of each class period.

(9). Assists the flight commander as necessary

and assumes his/her duties when the flight commander is

absent.

d. Flight Guide

(1). Posts the flight guidon in the classroom at

the beginning of each class.

(2). Responsible for proper use of guidon at

public performances.

(3). Assists flight commander and flight sergeant

in training flight members during flight drill instruction.

e. Element Leader

(1).Serves as the training NCO for their element.

(2). Reports status of element at the beginning of

each class and ensures all is in order in the element prior

to dismissal at the end of the class.

(3). Supervises the Asst. Element Leader.

(4). First Element Leader assumes responsibility

for the duties of the Flight Sergeant when the flight

sergeant is absent. (Then 2nd, 3rd, etc.)



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e. Assistant Element Leader

(1). Responsible to the Element Leader.

(2). Assumes the duties and responsibilities of

the Element Leader in their absence.

(3). First Assistant Element Leader assumes

responsibility for the duties of the Flight Guide in their

absence. (Then 2nd, 3rd, etc.)

“The key to success in any job is to leave it in

better shape than you found it!!”

C Anonymous Air Force Colonel



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