TX-20092CADET

HANDBOOK2014-2015

KINGWOOD PARKHIGH SCHOOL

Cadet Name Printed _______________ Class Period ____ Date Received ________Parent Name Printed ______________ Parent Signature______________________

You can have anything you want - if you want it badly enough. You can be anything you want to be, have anything you desire, accomplish anything you set out to accomplish - if you will hold to that desire with singleness of purpose.

General Robert E Lee

AFJROTC TX-20092 Mission

The mission of TX-20092 is to prepare better, more productive citizens through the application of the USAF core values: Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in all we do in the study of Leadership, Wellness, Aviation History, Science of Flight and Science of Space.

MISSION

Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community

The objectives of JROTC are to

educate and train high school cadets

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in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals. The AFJROTC program is grounded in the Air Force corevalues of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. The curriculum emphasizes the Air Force heritage and traditions, the development of flight, applied flight sciences, military aerospace policies, and space exploration.This corps has been built to exceed goals. You will be important in all we do! “Built for Victory” is our

mantra.

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FIRST YEAR CADETS – Congratulations, you have just made the first step in planning your future. We’re glad to inform you that you have joined an award winning AFJROTC Detachment that has been in existence since 2009. In 2011 we received the Distinguished Unit and 2012 Outstanding Unit Award. In 2013/2014 became three peat champions in Army Ranger Rifle Swim and three peat Overall Swim Champions at the Marine Swim Championships. Our unit has made a number of contributions to the community.

You’ve only just begun. Since you have chosen to become a part of this championship organization, you will be challenged to help this unit be the best it can be in accomplishing our unit’s goals for this year. As we strive to meet these goals, you will learn pride, teamwork, leadership, honor, responsibility, discipline, and a great deal about your capabilities.

What you are going to experience this year may be one of the toughest challenges you will face. You must be ready to conform to standards, and take orders. Being the best often means following directions, hard work, and sacrifice. But remember, you are not alone, there will be many cadets going through the same thing you are. Keep in mind that the officers and upperclassmen are here to assist you. When you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask them.

By following the guidelines in this handbook, you can help prepare yourself for a rewarding future in the TX-20092 Cadet Corps. This handbook was designed to give you a better understanding of what will be expected of you as a cadet. Please use it throughout the year. It will answer most of the questions you will have about the AFJROTC program at Kingwood Park HS.

Curriculum Guide

The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program is developed to enable students to achieve the following objectives:

Broad-based knowledge of aerospace science

An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for national security

Prepare you for college and teach you life skills

Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic society

Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute toward national security

Habits of orderliness and precision

A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, leadership, and encourage team building

A knowledge of and appreciation for the tradition of the US Air

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Force Build an interest in a

career in the military (we are NOT recruiters)

AFJROTC courses are open to all male and female students who:

Are Citizens of the United States

Have completed eighth grade

Are of good moral character

Willingness to become an active participant during out of school events/activities

Courses include classroom academics, leadership, teamwork, citizenship, management and drill. Cadets in AFJROTC incur no military commitment. Cadet uniforms, insignia and awards are provided at no cost to the student unless uniform is destroyed and/or misplaced.

EXPENSES

ALL CADETS Dining In Tickets prices range from $25 to $100 per adult depending on seat location.Awards Ceremony – $20 per non cadet(note Adults can earn free attendance by chaperoning events)

TEAM MEMBERS ONLYMarksmanship Fee – Members will do a fundraiser to support their program.Rocketry Fee - $25

NOTE: The following applies to replacement of lost or damaged issue items.Textbooks $35 Workbooks $20 Uniform Items Varies

These fees are payable within the first six weeks of enrollment or immediately after a loss or damage.Uniform cleaning fee is no longer required, due to lack of federal funding and non-payment of the cleaning fee. Uniform will be issued as turned in. All cost associated with cleaning and care of the uniform is the sole responsibility of the cadet and cadet’s parents. No uniform will be allowed to be returned with apparent damage or un- cleanliness. Students will be fined for unnecessary damage or un-cleanliness.Activities fee helps offset costs involved with the activity. Some travel events require cadets to pay for their meals and in some cases housing.

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OUT OF CLASS REQUIREMENTS

Program requirements include the annual formal military dining in/out, awards ceremony, and lock-in. At the awards ceremony; cadets will receive medals, ribbons, trophies, plaques and other awards for their accomplishments during the year.Students and parents must understand that the Awards Ceremony, Dining In, Lock-in, and Change of Command require mandatory attendance. A grade will be given for attendance and uniform wear at these events. If your son/daughter cannot attend mandatory events, this will not only affect their grade and attendance in the program, but will also affect their promotions and position in the corp. The Annual Lock-In is an overnight event. Attendance grade of 100 will be given to those

that attend. Any parent desiring to opt their cadet out may do so by signing the Lock-In form and returning it with a note stating your cadet will not attend and the reason. These after school activities are designed to be fun and are team building exercises.Each cadet is required to be active and maintain the appropriate grooming standards. Those grooming standards are clearly stated in the uniform and insignia section to include a proper military haircut! In order to meet the active portion of program, every cadet will be expected and rated on his/her performance as a member of a team. A list of those teams with days and time will be provided your cadet on day one of class and to you at the parent meeting (See Departmental JROTC Website). You will also see a listing of those team/activities in this handbook under “Mandatory Activities” the list of teams is varied and so are the times and days required. The schedule of activities is designed to allow for maximum cadet participation.

Open Ranks is our weekly inspection . It is held on Tuesday at 0645. If a student fails to attend open ranks, he/she will be graded in class at a lower score. Open Ranks is our uniform inspection time, morale builder and information meeting. This event creates an environment of solidarity so that each cadet can gain strength from the other cadets so that they are more empowered and proud to wear the Air Force

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uniform. Open Ranks Compliance Standards will be briefed to every cadet and posted in the academic classroom. Uniform make-up will only be granted if requested prior to Tuesday’s Open Ranks! If a cadet must miss Open Ranks then the cadet must email, call (x6792) or inform the instructors directly prior to 0645 Tuesday morning of the reason for missing Open Ranks. Uniform makeup will only be held at 0600 Wednesday, and Thursday, 0630 Friday or 1450 hrs. on Wednesdays during the Mandatory Corps Meeting. Cadets will not be graded during classroom time nor will a cadet be graded that did not ask for a makeup prior to Tuesday’s Open Ranks occurring! All non graded cadets will receive zeros! Any student not coming to school in uniform or caught taking it off without prior approval from an instructor, during school will receive a zero for the week. As marksmanship season ends Open Ranks Make-up will be held at 0700 on the days previously stated versus 0600. Student will be told of the time change once that happens.

Inspector General’s Special Interest Items. (SII) are individual items on the inspection sheet that the IG determines to need greater emphasis such as shined shoes. SII will be posted each Wednesday morning along with the required uniform for the upcoming Tuesday Open Ranks. During each Open Ranks the SII will be scored as double what is

on the grading sheet (either double negative or positive) Pages 18 - 33 provides clear guidance on how to wear the uniform.

MILITARY CREDIT

Members completing at least two years of AFJROTC may become eligible for one of the military scholarships or military academics. Cadets must meet the criteria established for these scholarships. Upon graduation, cadets may be considered for advanced rank and benefits if enlisting in the US Armed Forces. Each year the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor is authorized to direct the Air Force Recruiter to offer a job that an AFJROTC cadet qualifies for—even if it is not available through the Air Force Recruiter. This congressional bill is known as CHAPA. It will only be considered if the cadet has been outstanding in the corps of cadets during their senior year. This is offered only to AF enlistees.

FAILING IS NOT AN OPTION

Any cadet that is failing will be required to attend Thursday morning 0815 hrs., AFJROTC Kitty Hawk Honor Air Society Tutoring. Tutoring is open to any student needing assistance. If you are failing, tutoring is mandatory if you desire to remain a cadet. Education is our primary goal and it should be the cadet’s goal. A

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failing cadet is limited and his/her value to JROTC is very restricted and therefore passing is the only option! As soon as a cadet is notified by their academic teachers of not meeting standards, it is the cadet’s duty to inform the JROTC instructors, Corps Commander, and Kitty Hawk President of poor grades. The Corps Commander and Kitty Hawk President will create a Thursday Tutoring Plans for each failing cadet. Kitty Hawk President will notify the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) of students that fail to attend. The SASI will in turn notify the cadet’s parents. Any student may apply to be tutored. The instructors maintain a positive relationship with the entire faculty. Teachers will notify the JROTC instructors of any behavioral or academic issues, either by email, completing 341’s or in person. The instructors will take all those notifications seriously and so should you!

GRADING POLICY

The Air Force has established the following academic plan. Each cadet is provided a syllabus outlining the course requirements for the entire year. Cadets should always be prepared for class if they follow their syllabus!

Leadership Education 40% Aerospace Education 40%Wellness 20%

Leadership Education includes wearing the uniform, drill and

Leadership Education Academics. Aerospace Education includes Academics and after school participation. Physical Fitness training and Wellness will be conducted weekly and is a graded activity.

The semester final will count as 25% of your grade. The following will negatively impact your grades.

Tardy Chewing Gum Not prepared for class Piercings (other than one

earring in each ear for female cadets)

Not participating in mandatory activities

Talking in class or otherwise disrupting the instructors

No food/drinks unless medically required.

1. Academic grades will be attained through tests given by the Aerospace Science Instructors (SASI or ASI) on subject matter presented and/or assigned in class. Participations in your required team activity, out of school graded events will factor into your overall grade as well as grades for workbooks, book reports, oral reports and any other assignments given by the SASI or ASI.

2. Friday’s Wellness grades are based on wearing the provided Air Force PT Uniform or other approved training clothes, and motivation towards the group activity during class.

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3. Leadership grades will be attained by displayed leadership ability, written tests on Leadership Education classes, drill and ceremonies, weekly uniform inspection, and demonstrated ability to drill the flight.

4. Uniform Grading Standards. Each cadet will be graded on his/her uniform wear each week. If the student previously requested an alternate day, a grade of excellent (100) can still be earned.

5. NOTE: Talking, chewing gum in ranks, failure to wear the uniform headgear outdoors, break bearing, or failure to salute cadet or military officers when outdoors will affect the uniform grade.

6. Cadets who are absent on the designated uniform day will make up the uniform wear on the first day they return to JROTC Class. If the uniform day is not made up on the first class day after the cadet returns to school, a rating of “Does not meet Standard” will be recorded. Air Force Regulations require that each cadet wear the uniform at least an average of one day per week. As a display of pride the uniform may be worn on any additional day that the cadet chooses.

7. On Uniform Lab Day (ULD), the uniform must be worn to school and must be worn for the entire school day (except for P.E., Auto Mechanics,

Athletics, etc.). If a cadet changes out of the uniform prior to leaving campus at the end of the school day, they will receive a grade of “0” for the uniform inspection grade and it will be considered a missed wear day, except as indicated above. Any other exception must be approved in advance by the SASI/ASI.

UNIFORM WEAR IS AN AIR FORCE PROGRAM

REQUIREMENT

Compliance with grooming standards is vital because it sets our organization apart from other less professional groups. Members of JROTC are more prone to be hired for part-time jobs and more app to earn scholarships as a result of of professional appearance. Haircuts for males are important because it shows that we are serious professional and that we get things accomplished. You will be asked to sign a document later in the handbook to allow us to cut your hair if you fail to keep in compliance yourself. Your parent will be granting us permission in writing to do so. Parents can opt you out of our cutting your hair but only if they accept the responsibility of keeping you in compliance.Failure to wear the uniform is not an option if you desire to remain in JROTC. The Open Ranks Compliance Standard

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states that a second missed uniform wear for the semester will result in evaluation for removal from JROTC. Parents must support the cadets so that the uniform is always available for wear on Tuesday. A note from your parents will not be considered an excuse. We are a leadership and responsibility program. You (the cadet not the parent) are required to inform us each week of any issue that might prevent your attending mandatory events prior to the event not after. One excuse is only good for one event so weekly excuses will be required if it is a weekly issue. If you are in school on Tuesday then you must be in uniform, no excuse will be accepted unless prior arrangements have been cleared through the instructors. Poor planning such as the uniform being in the dry cleaners is not a valid excuse. This is a voluntary course and must be respected by its members. Additionally, you will not receive a certificate of completion to present to a military recruiter if non-compliance to military standards is an issue.

Wellness Program

Wellness is every Friday during the class period and will consist of dressing out in a PT uniform. Wellness is comprised of team building activities and physical fitness. With the exception of mandatory activities, cadets will

have the chance to earn the choice of activities. The process by which each class/flight earns the right to select that wellness day’s activity is as follows:

1. Tuesday’s Open Ranks – If a flight is 100% dressed out in the provided blue uniform required for that ULD, then they can inform the instructor of their choice of activity for the upcoming Friday Wellness.

2. If on Friday, the entire flight is in the provided PT uniform then they can do the activity of their choosing.

Participation Policy (Graded once per 9 weeks)

1. Participation is the most important factor in AFJROTC. Each cadet must participate in at least 50% of all core hours to include Wednesday Corps Meetings, fundraisers, community service, required team practices, and parades. Additional hours can be earned by being active in additional team’s practices and staff position duties. All hours associated with JROTC activities counts toward school hours. Of all the graded factors, participation is the most crucial. Without member participation, neither the corps nor the cadet will achieve their maximum capability. The participation grade will be the percentage of the 50% of corps hours that the corps has participated in during the grading

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period. Each cadet is responsible for submitting their participation hours.

REWARDS PROGRAM

The Participation Program is also a rewards program. Please remember the Participation Points Program is not a scoring system in which the cadets are rated by someone else. It is simply a cadet self reporting system of what activities each cadet is taking part in JROTC (a self reflection of the cadet’s AFJROTC involvement) . The cadet report their points using a form readily available to them in the classroom.  Points are reported based on the Participation Points Chart provided to every cadet and emailed to parents. JROTC activities such as attending meetings (on Wednesday, and Thursday), open ranks, fundraisers, team practices, community service, grades, uniform wear, competitions, etc; can be reported as can many other activities from other groups.  This system is based on the Honor Code. Cadets can earn free rewards such as our version of the Letterman’s Jacket (Flyer’s Jacket), trip to Camp Cho-Yeh/Leadership Camp and many other rewards addressed in the Participation Points Chart. Cadets can monitor their points on the chart posted on the wall. Occasionally, the chart will be mailed home so that parents may see how active their cadet is in AFJROTC. Chain of Command

In any military unit, it is necessary to distribute responsibility among a number of members to ensure that all of the goals are accomplished. In our unit, as in any other, we have a chain of command. It has been carefully designed to see that the unit’s mission is accomplished and the cadets are well mentored. The proper customs and courtesies will be given to all cadets of every rank. Taking and giving “legal” orders is an essential part of being a cadet. Inability to act accordingly may result in your removal from the cadet corps.Shortly after the year begins, the Flight Sergeant and Flight Guide will be selected from your flight. A flight is comprised of the cadets in your class period. These cadets will serve as the flight’s immediate supervisory staff.

In addition, a Flight Sergeant and Guide will be assigned to your flight. These cadets are usually cadets with leadership potential to lead your flight. The Flight Sergeant is responsible for the actions of his/her flight at all times in class. The Guide is responsible for administrative matters of the flight. If a cadet requires after school assistance the cadet should first contact their flight sergeant. If the problem is still unresolved contact the Cadet First Sergeant and he/she will handle the matter. If the issue cannot be handled at that level then the corps commander will contact the instructors. Do not contact the instructors directly unless it is an

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extreme emergency!

CLASSROOM PROCEDURES

Classroom procedures will be briefed to all classes at the beginning of each semester. The Flight Sergeant and Guide are responsible to the instructors for implementing classroom procedures. The following basic classroom procedures will normally be followed.

a. The Flight Sergeant and Guide will position themselves near to the door to remind students to have books and required equipment for class. As the cadets enter, each cadet will salute the POW/MIA wall as a sign of respect.

b. Prior to the bell ringing: All cadets will be standing at their seats at position of parade rest, except the Flight Sergeant; who will be in front of the class. Cadets who are not in the AFJROTC room before the bell rings will be counted absent or tardy (tardies will be sent to the office).

c. The Flight Sergeants or the Guide will lead the pledge to the flags, Air Force Song, Motivation, and Core Values.

d. The Flight Sergeant or Guide then gives the command “Seats” and makes announcements.

The members of the flight sit at attention and attentively listen to the announcements until told “At Ease”.

e. The Flight Sergeant or Guide will report the class status to the appropriate instructor.

f. The class will be called to attention when the instructor enters the room (“Class, in seats, Tench Hut"). Under no circumstances will a cadet leave her/his seats without permission whether it is to sharpen a pencil, get a drink of water or go to the restroom. Only the instructors can give a cadet permission to leave the classroom.

g. No food, gum or drink is allowed in the classroom.

h. Disrespect will not be tolerated. Do not talk or engage in any distracting practices while another person has the floor!

i. When the music sounds signaling the end of the period and when the instructor concludes the class, the Flight Sergeant or Guide will inspect the room for cleanliness and then dismiss the class.

OFFICE POLICY

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The instructors are here to help and counsel you. We have an “open door” policy and encourage you to see us if you have an issue. To preserve an atmosphere that allows us to get our work done, we have the following rules for entering the instructor's office.

1. Cadets will knock one time, and then while standing at the position of attention; ask permission to enter.

- KNOCK, “Sir/Ma’am, request permission to enter”

-wait for an instructor to say ENTER!

2. This policy applies to all cadets unless waivered by the SASI or ASI.

3. Non cadets are not allowed to be in the classroom before or after school.

TO BECOME COPRS COMMANDER

1. Complete the self nomination letter

2. Complete and present a powerpoint slide fulfilling the requirements posted on the Corps Commander Process Letter

3. Present you presentation to a board of instructors and senior cadet officers.

4. Be selected for the position of corps Commander. If not then you may be offered another staff position.

HOW TO BECOME AN OFFICER

1. Complete 30 hours of Community Service. This requirement can be filled by attending Leadership Camp.

2. Pass the Officer Test with a minimum score of 80.

3. Recite for an officer or instructor the Air Force Song, AFJROTC Mission, and TX 20092 Mission.

4. Write an essay minimum of one page on what you expect to accomplish once you are commissioned as an officer in TX-20092.

5. Chair an approved event and complete an after action report on what went well and what you would do differently.

6. Must have held a junior staff (enlisted) position other than Flight Guide.

7. During the semester prior to you being nominated to hold an officer position; you must not have any unexcused absences for open ranks or any uniform grades less than 85.

8. Compete in a minimum of two drill and 2 other extracurricular events.

9. Must have earned a minimum of 250 Participation Points.

10. Mentor with the officer currently holding the position you desire to hold or an alternate position.

11. Participate in 50% of the fundraiser, and community

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service events held the semester prior to your nomination.

12. Earn the Awareness Presentation Ribbon.

13. Must be a positive contributor to the Corps Goals as published.

14. Must complete STC.

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CHAIN OF COMMAND

The organizational chart is a depiction of the chain of command. The Commander (CC) has the total responsibility for the day-to-day running of the cadet corps and the position has a maximum rank of Lt Colonel (LtCol). The Special Project Officer (SPO) is the previous corps commander and serves as a special assistant to the CC. The SPO retains his/her previous rank. The Vice Commander (CV) with the maximum rank of Major and is second in line of the chain of command. The CV assumes command of the corps when the corps commander is not available. The Inspector General (IG) with a maximum rank of Major. The IG has the responsibility of ensuring that the cadet corps adheres to school, Air Force and cadet rules and policies. The IG also is in charge of uniform wear and uniform grading during Open Ranks. A Squadron is the combination of two or more flights. A Group is a combination of and two or more squadrons. Currently our size dictates a GROUP. We are divided into five Squadrons: Operations, Mission Support, Inspector General, Kitty Hawk, Chaplain, and Recruiting. Operations Support is composed of three flights: Ops Support, ops Flight and First Sergeant. OPS Flight is responsible for all our Drill Teams, Color Guards, and Physical Fitness. These are the primary competitions teams. The First Sergeant is responsible for ensuring that, we have enough cadets manning our events. OPS Support Flight is composed of all the other various teams, clubs, and activities that comprise our busy schedule. Mission Support Squadron is composed of all the activities needed to run the business side of the corps to include managing our personnel, inventory, finances, announcements, recognition, and technology. Supply also is part of Mission Support. Supply is where a cadet is issued their uniforms and equipment. The Recruiting Officer is responsible for arranging for our cadets to perform/speak at our feeder schools and various high school functions in order to recruit new cadets. Working for the Recruiting Officer is our Retention Officer. Retention Officer is responsible for insuring that cadets are returning next year by doing regular visit with cadets to see how satisfied they are with the corps. The Inspector General is responsible for ensuring that our programs are run in accordance with Air Force, District and Cadet Policies. Kitty Hawk Air Society is responsible for providing tutoring to our cadets in order that they may compete and graduate. All failing students should contact the Kitty Hawk President to arrange for tutoring. Kitty Hawk Air Society is also a national honor society and is highly recognized throughout the academic community. In addition to being the home of the Kitty Honor Air Society, the Kitty Hawk Squadron also has our Academic Flight. The Academic Officer is responsible for working with cadets that request or require tutoring in any school associated subject. Academic Training Officer (ATO) is also part of the Kitty Hawk Squadron. The ATO is responsible for ensuring that all our competition teams are well versed in academics, current events, cadet and Air Force rank structure Chaplain flight is compose of the Chaplain, morale Officer and HGA NCO. Chaplain and Morale Officer are responsible for the corps well being. HGA NCO is responsible for honoring our veterans, school officials and cadets that enter service to our country.

Our Booster Club, although not a direct part of our Chain of Command plays an integral part of this program. The Booster Club has elected officers, which are elected by the parent membership. The Booster Club not only assists with our fundraising but also serves as chaperones for our events including competitions, social and fundraising events. Failure of parents to step up to become Booster Club Members really does limit our abilities as a cadet corps to serve our community.

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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

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UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT

Headquarters Texas 20092 Air Force Junior ROTC Squadron

Function Position Maximum C/Grade AuthorizedCommander (CC) Group Commander C/LTC 1Vice Commander CV C/Major 1Special Projects SPO C/LTC 1Inspector General IG C/Capt 1IG Assistants IGA C/A1C 4Parliamentarian PAR C/SSgt 1Operations (DO) OS C/Capt 1Ops Support Flight OSF C/MSgt 1Ops Flight OF CMSgt 1Mission Support MS C/Capt 1Recruiting Officer REC C/Major 1Retention Officer RET C/1LT 1Recruiting Assts RA C/SrA 3Kitty Hawk Pres President C/Major 1Chaplain (HC) Chaplain C/1LT 1Morale Officer Morale C/2LT 1Morale Assts MA C/SrA 5HGA SrNCO HGA C/SMSgt 1First Sergeant CCF C/CMSgt 1 Academics Academics C/2LT 1Academic Assts AA C/SrA 5Academics Training ATO C/2LT 1Specialty Clubs Operations Support Flt C/MSgt 1Team’s/Club FS Flight Sergeants C/TSgt 25Flight Sergeant Flt/Sgt C/TSgt 7

Flight Guide Flight Guide C/A1C 7

Supply Managers Logistics C/TSgt 2Supply Asst Sup Tech C/A1C 7Personnel (DP) Personnel C/MSgt 1

Information Mgt IM C/SrA 1

Information Tech IT C/SrA 1Public Affairs (PA) Public Affairs C/MSgt 1Funds Funds Manager C/SSgt 1History (HS) Historian C/SSgt 1Element Leader Element Leader C/A1C 20

CONDUCT AND DEPORTMENT OF CADETS

General:

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You represent a select group that is looked upon as the best of America’s youth. This means that you should always conduct yourself in a manner that is favorable to your school, TX-20092 and the United States Air Force.Addressing Other Cadets:

A cadet officer is addressed by cadets of lower rank by his/her rank followed by his/her last name (for example, Captain Smith) OR, a cadet officer may be addressed as “Sir” or “Ma’am”, but NEVER addressed by his/her FIRST NAME. All other cadets are addressed by their rank and last name or “cadet” (for example, Cadet Master Sergeant Davis or Cadet Davis).

Active Duty, Reserve and Retired Military Personnel:

Military personnel are addressed by the rank, followed by their last name, followed by “Sir” or “Ma’am” (for example, Master Sergeant Davis).

Saluting

A salute is more than a greeting; it is a sign of respect. When in uniform, you are required to salute all cadet officers and SASI when outside or reporting directly to them. You are not required to salute enlisted cadets. These cadets exchange a verbal greeting only. All enlisted personnel and officers must deliver a salute to officers of a higher rank. Exchange a salute when it is appropriate.

Walking With Cadets and Military Personnel of Higher Rank:When walking with a person of higher rank, always walk on his/her left and in step with him/her. When passing a person of higher rank, pass on his/her left if possible. When passing through a doorway, the person of lower rank holds the door and allows the person of higher rank to proceed through the doorway first. Gentlemen may hold the doors for any female regardless of rank, unless a Senior Officer or dignitary is involved. When boarding and leaving a vehicle, the person of lower rank gets in first and gets out last.

1. Treatment of Cadets of Lower Ranks:NEVER, at any time will hazing be tolerated in the corps of cadets. Any hazing is to be reported to the Flight Commander of the cadet(s) who were harassed, and taken straight up the chain of command. No cadet is to be embarrassed or degraded in any manner. This includes public reprimands or attacks, public punishment, joking about difference in rank, etc. RESPECT ALL PERSONS!

2. Calling Room To Attention:When the United States Flag, SASI, ASI, Principal, distinguished visitor, Unit Commander, Deputy Commander, or military officer enters the room, the room is called to attention, unless someone of higher rank or distinguished visitor is already in the room or class is in session. The occupants/cadets of the room remain at attention until the person entering says, "At ease", "As you were", etc. Classrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, etc. will not be called to attention when there is a large mixture of cadets and non-cadets in the room. (More than one-half non-cadets are usually a good rule of thumb). If cadets are already in their seats, then the room would be called, “In Seats, Attention.”

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3. Courtesies Rendered/Delivered To Non-Cadets:Faculty members and adults are addressed as "Mr."/"Ms." (last name) unless they ask or permit you to address them in other forms. In conversation, unless otherwise directed, they are answered "Yes sir/ma'am" AND NOT "yeah", "nope", etc.

4. Public Display of Affection:No public display of affection will be tolerated. PDA is any hugging, hand holding, sitting on another cadet’s lap, or other affectionate act while in uniform; this includes in and out of the classroom, while in the school or at any AFJROTC activities (includes field trips, drill meets, etc.). Any cadet violating PDA rules will be subject to disciplinary action by SASI/ASI.

5. Quibbling:When an officer gives an order, it can be considered to be an order from the Commander. This means that orders should be followed. You have the right to disagree and present your ideas if time permits, but the officer has the final word. If you feel that an officer is treating you unfairly, see your Flight Commander, then see your Squadron Commander, and, if necessary, ASI or SASI (use the chain of command). Any problem can be worked out if it is done in an orderly fashion.

6. Reasons for Strictness:If a military unit is to function in a smooth manner, then there must be procedures for everyone to follow. There must be discipline to carry out a unit's everyday functions. Faculty members at Kingwood Park look upon AFJROTC as a group of students that sit on a higher level than other students. They expect us to be clean-cut, role model American citizens. We must live not only to meet, but also exceed these expectations. You are a leader in training, and the future of the United States. You must be willing to live with discipline and be ready to accept responsibility. Even if you do not pursue a military career, you will learn the discipline that you need to be above and beyond your peers who have never had any military training. Remember: As long as you are with us, a part of America's future is in your hands.

7. Actions: Keep in mind that wherever you go, there is probably someone there who knows you are a part of the Kingwood Park High School AFJROTC. Therefore, you must be careful in your choice of actions so that you represent the unit in a way that can make us all proud.

Board of Inquiry

The Board of Inquiry (BOI) is our way of determining who is at fault in major questionable offenses. We also convene boards to reward cadets who go above and beyond the call of duty. This board is made up of three upperclassmen. The board will talk with the defendant about his or her actions and decide punishment or reward.

Any cadet officer, any faculty member, or any staff member may request a BOI. The request must be made in writing to the commander. If the request is from a cadet, then it must be in the form of a letter.

If you are ever ordered to appear before a BOI, then comply with the orders fully. You are advised to prepare a briefing on the incident and why it took place.

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You will be permitted to have a number of witnesses present at the board.The BOI will listen to your story then deliberate while you are out of the room and then

vote on the decision of whom is at fault and what punishment they will recommend. In the event that a board is convened for the purpose of rewarding cadets, the procedure will, of course, be different.

If you do not attend your 1st BOI you will be asked again at a later date and if you fail to attend again you will be recommended for dismissal from the cadet corps.

A BOI is only to be convened in the most extreme cases that cannot be handled without using the BOI system.

Write-Ups/341s

The 341s (Merit/Demerit Forms) are forms written by anyone other than junior ranking cadets .They will not be given they will be pulled. The 341s can be written for both positive and negative actions. They can commend you on a job well done or explain a wrongful situation. All 341’s go to the Inspector General (IG) who will then take it to Corp Commander (CC), who will then review it with SASI/ASI; after it is reviewed and have talked to the cadet that is involved, it will be filed in their individual file by Personnel. Each cadet must carry two 341s on his/her person at all times while at school or cadet events/activities.

All 341s should include a description of the incident, where and when it took place and the name(s) of the cadet(s) involved and their rank(s).

Disciplinary actions, which may be taken

Discussing any upcoming problem(s) with an instructor prior to the issue becoming a problem can avert disciplinary actions. Disciplinary action for any form of unacceptable student behavior available to the principal or assistant principal may include, but is not limited to, the following:

Student conferences Parental conferences Detention Suspension Schoolwork service Alternative placement Outside counseling within the community Recommendation for expulsion or long-term suspension Possible removal from extra curricular activities, which includes but are not limited to

interscholastic sports, clubs, dances, field trips, etc. Other measures consistent with sound educational practice Physical punishment of any sort is prohibited by Air Force Regulations and is not

part of this program.

Zero tolerance policy on fighting or taking an active part in encouraging a fight. If a cadet is caught fighting or being involved in a fight the cadet will be immediately removed from the corps for the remaining part of the semester and for the next full semester at the very minimum.

PROMOTIONS

Promotions are probably one of the highlights of the year for all cadets. In order to be

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promoted, you simply must do a good job. Our promotion system is outlined below.General:

Promotions will be based on the whole person concept. Using the information contained in the promotion folders, which will include Performance: wear of the uniform, write- ups, grades, school activities, and recommendations from Flight Commanders/Sergeants. At no time will a cadet who is failing any course or has been suspended prior to the promotion board, be promoted. A cadet may achieve permanent promotions for attending STC and the lock-in otherwise one promotion each school year. A cadet may achieve a temporary promotion once each semester. The Cadet Unit Commander (Corp Commander) in coordination with the SASI and ASI will fill staff positions.

Promotion Boards:Permanent promotion boards will consist of six enlisted cadets including the Senior

Enlisted Advisor. The Vice Commander will also serve on the permanent promotion board. The ASI will advise the permanent promotion board and finalize all promotions. A cadet may achieve one permanent promotion each school year.

First Year Cadet-11st year cadets are considered for promotion twice throughout the school year. The first will be during the first semester after the mid term/finals examinations; the second will be during the second semester after the mid term/finals examinations.

Second Year Cadet-2Promotions are based the same as for the 2nd year cadets. Cadet staff members will also be evaluated on the job performance to determine their promotion.

Third Year Cadet-3 and Fourth Year Cadet-43rd year cadet and 4th year cadet may be considered for promotion once per semester after mid term/final exams. The basis for their promotions is the same as for the 2nd year cadets with special evaluations for staff members.

Below the Zone PromotionBelow the Zone (BTZ) promotions are promotions in which a cadet is promoted ahead of his/her peers. Usually these promotions are identified before the end of each semester of the school year, but may occur at any time in which the SASI believes a cadet has earned an “out-of-cycle” promotion. Below the Zone promotions are an indication that a cadet is out performing his/her peers.Every nine weeks a Promotion Performance Evaluation (PPE) will be completed on every cadet by their immediate cadet supervisor. This is a chance for the supervisor to talk about how he/she feels the subordinate cadet is performing. The subordinate cadets have a chance to ensure that their supervisors are aware of all their accomplishments. These PPEs are used for recognizing any cadet deserving early promotions, Below the Zone.

DEMOTIONS

Demotion Boards are handled in the same manner as promotion boards. These boards will consist of three upperclassmen, which will consider all factors including the cadet's promotion file. The board will then decide if the misconduct of the cadet(s) involved will result in a

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demotion. Any cadet may be reduced to a rank deemed appropriate by the board, SASI, and ASI.REMOVALS

Junior ROTC is a terrific program to help students gain valuable skills in the areas of leadership, responsibility, honor, integrity and maturity. These skills can only be perfected by those with the desire to self improve. We expect all cadets to be a positive image and an outstanding recruiting tool for this program. For this reason only the top students with the greatest motivation will be allowed to remain in this corps. Any student that goes to long term or ISS may be removed from the corps. Any student failing to meet grooming and uniform wear standards will be removed to pursue another activity. Student with poor grades will be encouraged to attend tutoring and is mandatory to attend KHAS, and to seek all available help. Any failing cadet that chooses to not self improve may also be removed!

THE CORE VALUES OF THE AIR FORCE and TX-20092

This section covers some sound advice that will help you in getting more out of JROTC and more out of life. We hope that you will pay close attention to the ideals outlined here. They are not strictly enforced regulations, but some of them are the keys to a successful life. Core values (Integrity First, Service before Self, and Excellence in All We Do) are the foundation upon which a quality society is built.

Integrity First

It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. It is the "moral compass," the basis for the trust imperative in today's world. Integrity is the ability to hold together and properly regulate all of the elements of a personality. A person of integrity, for example, is capable of acting on conviction. A person of integrity can control impulses and appetites.

Courage. A person of integrity possesses moral courage and does what is right even if the personal cost is high.

Honesty. Honesty is the hallmark of the professional cadet because in the unit, our word must be our bond. We don't pencil-whip reports, we don't cover up violations. The bottom line is we don't lie, and we can't justify any deviation.

Responsibility. No person of integrity is irresponsible; a person of true integrity acknowledges his or her duties and acts accordingly.

Accountability. No person of integrity tries to shift the blame to others or take credit for the work of others; ''the buck stops here" says it best. He must be accountable for himself and those under their command or authority.

Justice. A person of integrity practices justice. Those who do similar things must get similar rewards or similar punishment.

Openness. Professionals of integrity encourage free flow of information within the organization. They seek feedback from all directions to ensure they are fulfilling key responsibilities, and they are never afraid to allow anyone at any time to examine how they do business.

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Self-respect. To have integrity also is to respect oneself as a professional and a human being. A person of integrity does not behave in ways that would bring discredit upon him/her self or the organization to which he belongs.

Humility. A person of integrity grasps and is sobered by the awesome task of defending the Constitution of the United States.

Honor. Honor is the highest form of self-respect. Although the group has no Honor Code, lying, cheating, and stealing will not be tolerated by any cadet. You should learn to trust the people in your unit, and the only way to be able to trust people is to be trustworthy to yourself. Be certain that all you do are things that you can be proud of. The great reward of an honorable person is that they respect themselves; if you want respect then you must respect yourself.

Loyalty. Loyalty is the quality of sincere confidence in and support for the purposes, methods, and capabilities in superiors and subordinates. This does not mean that you cannot disagree with a superior. You have the right to express your opinion, but your superior has the final word. However, it is not loyal to publicly criticize a superior, peer, or subordinate.

Discipline. Discipline is the "cement" that bonds any military force together. It is just as important in civilian life and is a foundation on which corporate America and small industry was based. In all walks of life and in every family it serves as the cornerstone. The heart of discipline is obedience of orders to the letter and doing so in spirit. Do not obey orders because you are afraid of being punished; obey because you want to help AFJROTC become a better organization than what it already is.

Service Before Self

Service before self tells us that professional duties take precedence over personal desires. At the very least it includes the following behaviors:

Rules Following. To serve is to do one's duty, and our duties are most commonly expressed through rules. While it may be the case that professionals are expected to exercise judgment in the performance of their duties, good professionals understand that rules have a reason for being, and the default position must be to follow those rules unless there is a clear, operational reason for refusing to do so.

Respect for others. Service before self tells us also that a good leader places the troops ahead of his/her personal comfort. We must always act in the certain knowledge that all persons possess a fundamental worth as human beings.

Discipline and self-control. Professionals cannot indulge themselves in self-pity, discouragement, anger, frustration, or defeatism. They have a fundamental moral obligation to the persons they lead to strike a tone of confidence and forward-looking optimism. More specifically, they are expected to exercise control in the following areas:

Anger. Professionals are expected to refrain from displays of anger that would bring discredit

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upon themselves and/or TX-20092 unit.Faith in the system. To lose faith in the system is to adopt the view that you know better than those above you in the chain of command what should or should not be done. In other words, to lose faith in the system is to place self before service. Leaders can be very influential in this regard; if a leader resists the temptation to doubt "the system", then subordinates may follow suit.

Excellence In All We Do.

Excellence in all we do. Provide motivation for cadets to develop a sustained passion for continuous improvements with innovations, which will propel TX-20092 into a long-term, upward spiral of accomplishments and performance.

Personal excellence. Professionals must seek out and complete their high school education, stay physically fit and in good mental shape. They must demonstrate personal excellence while doing homework and responding to questions in class with a knowledgeable reply.

Community excellence. Community excellence is achieved when the members of an organization can work together to successfully reach a common goal in an atmosphere free of fear that preserves individual self-worth. Providing support for the Food Bank, Red Cross Blood Drive and Cystic Fibrosis show true community excellence.

Resources excellence. Excellence in all we do also demands that we aggressively implement policies to ensure the best possible management of resources through life.

Operations excellence. There are two kinds of operations in excellence- internal and external.Internal- This form of excellence pertains to the way we do business within Unit TX-20092. It involves respect on the unit level and a total commitment to maximizing the Cadet Corps excellence.External- This form of excellence pertains to the way in which we treat the world around us as we conduct our operations. We must be sensitive to the rules governing environmental pollution and we must be sure to coordinate with others to complete our assigned tasks.

UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA

I. Wear of the Uniform

a. Basic Concept

The Air Force Junior ROTC cadet uniform is with certain exceptions the same as worn by active duty personnel. This uniform is the distinctive dress of a proud and honorable profession. Each cadet must consistently be aware of his/her responsibility for maintaining his/her uniform in good order and wearing it correctly. Uniform wear day is mandatory every Tuesday and any other day designated by the SASI/ASI. Grades will be awarded during OPEN RANKS and Open Ranks Make-up as stated previously. Air Force Junior ROTC cadets will wear the standard service uniform prescribed in Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2903 as supplemented by Air Education Training Command (AETC) and Cadet Policies. For any questions not covered on

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uniform standards in this handbook, refer to AFI 36-2903 which can be found on the web.b. Standards of Personal Appearance:

1. General.Each cadet at Kingwood Park High School will be issued a complete AFJROTC uniform complement and must meet the minimum standards for dress, appearance, and conduct at all time. The United States Air Force uniform is the symbol of a proud and honorable branch of the US Armed Forces. There are many retired and former Air Force and other service personnel around who will definitely be taking notice of you and your uniform. Think about that every time you put it on, and remember that everyone who sees you in it will view you as a representative of the US Air Force and Kingwood Park High School. Always wear it properly and proudly.

2. Wear of the Uniform (compliance).a. All cadets must wear the uniform on Uniform Lab Day (ULD) each week on Tuesday and any other day designated by the SASI. Uniform wear policy is based on a contractual agreement between Humble ISD, Kingwood Park High School, and the United States Air Force. b. On the designated Uniform Day, cadets must wear the uniform throughout the entire school day, not just during their Aerospace Science period. Excusal from the requirement to wear the uniform during the entire school day may only be granted by the SASI or ASI, and only based upon other school activities requiring removal of the uniform (i.e.; band, shop, lab, etc) or extenuating circumstances deemed beyond the cadet’s control by the SASI and ASI. Cadets required to dress out for physical education class must put the uniform back on after the class.c. Cadets refusing to wear the uniform will either be disenrolled from AFJROTC or receive a failing grade for the entire course for refusal to comply with course requirements.d. Never wear the uniform while participating in a demonstration or any other public or private event, which could bring discredit upon the school, the community, the US Air Force, or the US government! If you have any question about the appropriateness of wearing the uniform, ask the SASI/ASI before doing so.

3. Wear of the Uniform (combinations). These are some of the basic uniform combinations cadets will/can wear.

a. Formal/Semi-Formal Dress Uniform. Includes wear of the service dress coat with officer/enlisted rank and JROTC insignia, name tag (blue with white letters/silver will blue letters), and any other designated items of distinction (i.e.; ribbons, badges, cords), shirt (male)/blouse (female), tie (male)/tab (female), trousers (male)/slacks or skirt (female), issued belt and buckle, black socks (no design)/hose in shades listed below (females in slacks may wear “knee-highs” or black socks but must wear pantyhose or nylons when the skirt is worn), Air Force issued shoes (male and female styles different), and the flight cap (male and female styles different) with appropriate insignia.b. Airman Battle Uniform (ABU). Includes wear of the ABU coat (shirt) with officer/enlisted rank and JROTC insignia, name tape(digitized tiger print background with dark blue lettering), and badges, t-shirt/undershirt (desert sand colored (tan)), trousers (digitized tiger stripe print), belt (desert sand colored (tan)), socks (sage green), sage green boots, and appropriate headgear (beret, sage green watch cap, ABU patrol cap, or organizational cap) with appropriate insignia.c. Battle Dress Uniform (BDU). Includes wear of the BDU coat (shirt) with officer/enlisted rank and JROTC insignia, name tape (olive background with blue block lettering), and badges, t-

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shirt/undershirt (brown or black), trousers (woodland camouflage print), belt (blue or black), boots (black or sage green), and appropriate headgear (beret, organizational cap, and BDU patrol cap) with appropriate insignia.d. Physical Training Gear (PT). Includes wear of the short-sleeved PT shirt (tucked in at all times), optional PT sweatshirt, PT shorts (with reflective material), optional PT sweatpants, socks (white and may have small trademark logos), athletic style shoes (plain, no bright/loud colors or excessive ornamentation), and baseball/sports cap (optional solid black or dark blue with Air Force symbol or U.S. Air Force printed/embroidered on the front) if authorized by the commander and only worn outdoors.

4. Wear of the Uniform Guidelines:

a. Wear of name tags is mandatory for all cadets when in uniform except PT. If it is lost or damaged, the cadet must immediately report to SASI/ASI and pay a replacement cost.b. Failure to keep the uniform clean and freshly pressed or wearing the uniform improperly could result in verbal counseling, demotion and/or possible disenrollment from AFJROTC.c. Cadets are issued ribbons at the end of the year at the Award Ceremony is held.d. The SASI/ASI/IG will designate the appropriate uniform combination to be worn each Uniform Lab Day (ULD).e. Cadets are permitted to remove the service coat within the classroom. Service coats will be put back on and all buttons buttoned prior to/before leaving the classroom. This rule pertains to all classes attended in uniform, not just Aerospace Science class. If the windbreaker is worn at any time it must be zipped up at least 2/3 of the way to the collar.f. Civilian clothing items will never be worn with the AFJROTC uniform, without the approval of the SASI/ASI.g. The uniform will always be clean, pressed, and in good appearance when worn. Service coat, tie and windbreakers must be “dry cleaned” only! Shirts and blouses may be machine washed on permanent press cycle and pressed with a clean iron on medium heat. Never wash the “dry clean” items as this will cause fading, shrinkage, and seam damage. Never iron the “dry clean” items, as they will scorch easily.h. All buttons will be buttoned and all zippers will be zipped, as directed. All missing buttons or loose buttons will be replaced. Buttons on the service dress coat are oxidized silver (do not try to shine them, it will only damage them). All loose strings/threads will be trimmed.i. No bulky items will be placed in uniform pockets, which bulge or protrude in any manner, which would cause the uniform to be viewed in an unprofessional appearance. It is highly recommended that cadets not put pens/pencils in shirt/or pants pockets, as they often leak and would destroy the uniform item. Cadets will be held financially responsible for ink and/or other avoidable damage to uniform items.j. All shoes must be clean and shined to a high gloss finish. This will require a considerable amount of work on each cadet’s part to get a shine on a brand new pair of military issue leather shoes. Use a black paste shoe wax, such as Kiwi Parade Gloss Black. Never use liquid polish or floor wax because it will cause the leather to dry and crack severely. This ruins the shoes. Wear of the ever-shine style shoes must be authorized by the SASI/ASI.k. Socks worn in uniform must be dark black without design. Females may wear black, navy, dark blue, off-black, brown (dark or light), tan, or neutral hose without design.l. A maximum of three rings may be worn (counting both hands).m. Conservative wrist watches and/or identification bracelets may be worn.n. Jewelry, such as religious medallions, may only be worn around the neck if they cannot be

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seen. No necklaces or other neck jewelry can be visible when in uniform. No thumb rings and bracelets must not be colored but of a conservative nature.o. The flight cap will be worn whenever the cadet is outside unless under a covered area or designated "no-hat area”.p. Books and other items will be carried in the left hand to permit proper rendering of the salute when appropriate. Hands will not be placed in pockets at any time.q. A commercial designed solid black or dark blue umbrella (without design) may be used by cadets in uniform. Cadets will carry the umbrella in the left hand to permit rendering of the salute when appropriate. The black/dark blue umbrella is an optional item not furnished by the AFJROTC.

5. Proper Uniform Wear (male cadets).

a. Coat. The men’s service dress coat will be polyester and wool-blend, serge weave; semi-drape, single-breasted with three buttons and will have on welt pocket on the upper left side and two lower pocket flaps. Officer’s coat will have epaulets; enlisted coats will have no epaulets. General officers will wear a 1 ½ inch wide blue sleeve braid, 3 inches from the end of the sleeve. All other officers will wear a ½ inch wide blue sleeve braid 3 inches from the end of the sleeve. With arms hanging naturally, sleeves will end ¼ to ½ inches below the wrist. The bottom of the coat will extend 3 to 3 ½ inches below the top of the thigh. The sleeves and lapel will be roll-pressed.b. Silver Name Tag. The name tag is metal engraved, brushed satin silver finish with the last name engraved in blue lettering. The name tag will be center on the wearer’s right between the sleeve seam and lapel and the bottom of name tag will be parallel with bottom of ribbons.c. Ribbons. All ribbons and devices will be worn on the men’s service dress uniform. Wear ribbons centered, resting on (but not over) the edge of the welt pocket. Wear of foreign badges and decorations/medals on the semi-formal/service dress uniform is authorized; however, members must request/receive permission to wear foreign decorations they accept (refer to AFI 36-2803 regarding acceptance). Wear foreign medals and ribbons on service dress and semi-formal uniform when they are the same size as Air Force medals and ribbons. Wear criteria depends on the type of device the decoration represents. Foreign decorations, medals and ribbons are not worn on the service (Class B) uniform.d. Badges. The total number of badges worn will not exceed four. The commander’s insignia does not count as one of the four badges. Wear only one foreign badge.e. Short-Sleeve Blue Shirt. Will be light blue in color with two pleated pockets and epaulets. The collar of the shirt will be visible ¼ to ½ inches above the service dress coat collar. With arms bent at a 90 degree angle, the shirt should barely touch or come within 1 inch of the forearm. The blue shirt will be neatly tucked into the trousers. The shirt may be altered for a tapered fit. A V-neck or athletic style, white undershirt will be worn under the shirt. f. Blue Name Tag. The name tag will be blue plastic with the last name engraved in white lettering. The name tag will be centered, resting on, but not over the edge of the pleated pocket of the wearer’s right.g. Tie. A tie will be worn with the service dress uniform. The tip of the tie must cover a portion of the belt buckle, but cannot extend below the bottom of the belt buckle. A tie tack or clasp may be worn with the tie. If worn, the tie tack or clasp will be the “wing and star” design, Air Force symbol, or rank insignia. The tie tack or clasp will be centered between the bottom edge of the knot and bottom tip of the tie.h. Trousers. Trousers will be blue and trim-fitted with no bunching at the waist or bagging at

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the seat. The trousers will be full cut, straight hanging and without cuffs or additional alterations to further taper the leg. The front of the trouser legs will rest on the front of the shoe or boot with a slight break in the crease. The back of the trouser legs will be 7/8 inches longer than the front. The trouser material will match the service dress coat in both fabric and shade.i. Belt and Buckle. The belt will be blue, cotton web or elastic, solid or woven. The belt will have a silver (chrome finish) tip and a buckle. The silver tip of the belt will extend beyond the buckle facing the wearer’s left; however, no blue fabric will be visible between the silver tip and silver buckle. j. Flight Cap. The flight cap will be worn slightly to the wearer’s right with vertical creases of the cap in line with the center of the forehead and in a straight line with the nose. The cap extends approximately 1 inch from the eyebrows in the front and the opening of cap is to the rear. If not worn, tuck under the belt on the wearer’s left side, between the first and second belt loops (cap will not fold over belt or be visible below service coat).k. Beret. Position headband straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows. Drape the top over the right ear and the stiffener. Align cloth flash above the left eye. Adjust ribbon for comfort, tie in a knot, and tuck inside. The cloth flash will be sewn to the center of the stiffener, with hook and loop backing for ease of change out for cleanliness of the flash, ¼ inches above and parallel to the headband. *Only designated Airmen*l. Footwear. Footwear is required when wearing all uniforms. Athletic shoes will only be worn with physical training gear (PT) unless medically necessary, as determined by appropriate medical authorities and approved by the commander. Socks (black) will be plain without design, clean, and serviceable. Black socks will be worn with low quarters, dress boots and black jungle/combat boots. Plain white socks may be worn under the black socks as long as the white socks are not visible. Low quarters are worn with the services uniforms. Shoes will be low quarter, oxford-style, lace-up with a plain round-capped toe. Soles will not exceed ½ inches in thickness and the heel will not exceed 1 inch in height (measured from the inside front of the heel). Shoes will be smooth or scotch-grained leather or manmade material. Shoes will be shined; high gloss or patent finish is optional.

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Men’s Service Uniform (Class B and C)

6. Personal Grooming Standards (male cadets).a. Facial Hair. Sideburns will be straight and even width (not flared), and will not extend below the bottom of the orifice of the ear opening; Sideburns will end in a clean-shaven horizontal line. Mustaches will be permitted; however, they will be conservative (moderate, being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme) and will not extend downward beyond the lip line of the upper lip or extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from both corners of the mouth. Beards and goatees are not authorized unless for medical reasons, when authorized by a commander on the advice of a medical official; if commander authorizes, members will keep all facial hair trimmed not to exceed ¼ inches in length; individuals granted a shaving waiver will not shave or trim any facial hair in such a manner as to give a sculptured appearance; commanders and supervisors will monitor progress in treatment to control these waivers. If necessary for medical reasons, facial hair will be kept neat and conservative (not more than ¼

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inches), as defined by the local commander.b. Hair. Tapered appearance on both sides and the back of the head, both with and without headgear. A tapered appearance is one that when viewed from any angle outlines the member’s hair so that it conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the natural termination point without eccentric directional flow, twists or spiking. A block-cut is permitted with tapered appearance. Hair will not exceed 1 ¼ inches in bulk, regardless of the length and ¼ inches at natural termination point; allowing only closely cut or shaved hair on the back of the neck to touch the collar. Hair will not touch the ears or protrude under the front band of headgear. Cleanly shaven heads, military high-and-tight or flat-top cuts are authorized. Mohawks, mullets, cornrows, dreadlocks, or etched designs are prohibited. Men are not authorized hair extensions. While certain hairstyles may appear to meet the above criteria, the SASI will have final authority on determining the appropriateness of a cadet’s hair for AFJROTC participation.

Male Hair Grooming Standards

c. Fingernails. Male Airmen are not authorized to wear nail polish.d. Cosmetics. Male Airmen are not authorized to wear cosmetics. e. Tattoos/Brands/Body Markings. Tattoos/brands/body markings anywhere on the body that are obscene, commonly associated with gangs, extremist, and/or supremacist organizations, or that advocate sexual, racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination are prohibited in and out of uniform.

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a. Coat. The woman’s service dress coat will be polyester and wool-blend, serge weave; semi-drape, single-breasted with three buttons and will have one welt pocket on the upper left side and two lower pocket flaps. Officer’s coat will have epaulets; enlisted coats will have no epaulets. General officers will wear a 1 ½ inch wide blue sleeve braid, 3 inches from the end of the sleeve. All the other officers will wear a ½ inch wide blue sleeve braid 3 inches from the end of the sleeve. With arms hanging naturally, sleeves will end ¼ to ½ inches below the wrist. The bottom of the coat will extend 3 to 3 ½ inches below the top of the thigh. The sleeves and lapel will be roll-pressed.b. Silver Name Tag. The name tag is metal engraved, brushed satin silver finish with the last name engraved in blue lettering. The name tag will be centered on the wearer’s right between the sleeve seam and lapel and the bottom of the name tag will be parallel with bottom of ribbons.c. Ribbons. All ribbons and devices will be worn on the women’s service dress uniform. Wear ribbons centered, resting on (but not over) the edge of the welt pocket. Wear of foreign badges and decorations/medals on the semi-formal/service dress uniform is authorized; however, members must request/receive permission to wear foreign decorations they accept (refer to AFI 36-2803 regarding acceptance). Wear foreign medals and ribbons on service dress and semi-formal uniform when they are the same size as Air Force medals and ribbons. Wear criteria depends on the type of device the decoration represents. d. Badges. The total number of badges worn will not exceed four. The commander’s insignia does not count as one of the four badges. Wear only one foreign badge.e. Blouse. The pointed-end collar of the shirt must show ¼ to ½ inches above the service dress coat collar with arms hanging naturally. It will not have military creases and will have epaulets. White, V-neck or crew neck style undershirts are optional. If worn, they will be tucked into the skirt or slacks.f. Blue Name Tag. The name tag will be blue plastic with the last name engraved in white lettering. The name tag will be centered, even with to 1 ½ inches higher or lower than the first exposed button on the wearer’s right.g. Tie Tab. An inverted-V tie tab will be worn with the service dress uniform. The tie tab will be blue polyester herringbone with self-fastening tails when worn. h. Slacks. Slacks will be blue and fit naturally over the hips with no bunching at the waist or bagging at the seat. The bottom front of the slack legs will rest on the front of the shoe, boot or on top of the foot if wearing heels, with a slight break in the crease. The back of the slack legs will be approximately 7/8 inches longer than the front. The slacks will be tailored, straight hanging, with no flare at the bottom or additional alterations to further taper the leg. They will have a center fly-front opening and front and back waist darts, two ¼ top side pockets, and a waistband with five belt loops. The slacks material will be 100% polyester, polyester wool tropical, or wool blend with a serge weave. The slacks material will match the service dress coat in both fabric and shade.i. Skirt. The skirt will be polyester or poly-wool, blue and hang naturally over the hips with a slight flare. The skirt will be no shorter than the top of the kneecap and no longer than the bottom of the kneecap when standing at attention. The skirt will be straight style with belt loops, a kick pleat in the back, two pockets, and a darted front. Skirts will have a back zipper and lining attached to the waist. Skirt material will match the service dress coat in both fabric and shade.j. Belt and Buckle. The belt will be blue, cotton web or elastic, solid or woven. The belt will have a silver (chrome finish) tip and a buckle. The silver tip of the belt will extend beyond the buckle facing the wearer’s right; however, no blue fabric will be visible between the silver tip and silver buckle.k. Flight Cap. The flight cap will be worn slightly to the wearer’s right with vertical creases of

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the cap in line with the center of the forehead and in a straight line with the nose. The cap extends approximately 1 inch from the eyebrows in the front and the opening of cap is to the rear. If not worn, tuck under the belt on wearer’s left side, between the first and second belt loops (cap will not fold over belt or be visible below service coat).l. Beret. Position headband straight across the forehead, 1 inch above the eyebrows. Drape the top over the right ear and the stiffener. Align cloth flash above the left eye. Adjust ribbon for comfort, tie in a knot, and tuck inside. The cloth flash will be sewn to the center of the stiffener, with hook and loop backing for ease of change out for cleanliness of the flash, ¼ inches above and parallel to the headband. *Only designated Airmen*m. Footwear. Footwear is required when wearing all uniforms. Athletic shoes will be worn with the physical training gear (PT). Hosiery will be worn with service dress uniform (skirt). Hosiery will be plain commercial, sheer, nylon in neutral, dark brown, black or off-black, or dark blue shades that complement the uniform and the Airman’s skin tone. Patterned hosiery is not authorized to be worn with any uniform. Hosiery must be worn with the skirt and are optional with slacks. Socks (black) will be plain without design, clean, and serviceable. Black socks will be worn with low quarters, dress boots and black jungle/combat boots. Plain white socks may be worn under the black socks as long as the white socks are not visible. Low quarters can be worn (optional) with the services uniforms. Commercially designed low quarters will be black oxford, lace-up style, with a plain rounded toe or a plain rounded capped toe. The sole will not exceed ½ inches in thickness and the heel will not exceed 1 inch in height (measured from the inside front of the heel); however, the sole may have a low wedge heel. They will be plain, clean and serviceable, and without ornamentation such as buckles, bows or straps. The material will be smooth, scotch-grained leather or a manmade material. They may be high-gloss or patent finish. Pumps are optional with service uniforms. Black pumps will be low cut and rounded throat (the top opening) with a raised heel of no higher than 2 ½ inches (measured from the inside sole of the shoe to the end of the heel lift). The tip of the heel can not be less than ½ inches in diameter or larger than the body of the shoe. Faddish/Trendy styles will not be worn (e.g. extreme toes, pointed or squared, or extreme heel shapes). They will be plain, clean and serviceable, and without ornamentation such as buckles, bows or straps. The material will be smooth, scotch-grained leather or a manmade material. They may be high-gloss or patent finish. Slip-on shoes can be worn (optional) with the services uniforms. Commercially designed step-in shoe where the top of the shoe goes over the top of the foot (not mule-types without backs) with rounded toe or plain rounded capped toe. Faddish/Trendy styles will not be worn. They will be plain, clean and serviceable, and without ornamentation. The material will be smooth, scotch-grained leather or a manmade material. They may be high-gloss or patent finish.

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Women’s Service Uniform (Class B and C)

8. Personal Grooming (female cadets).

a. Hair. Minimum length is one inch, unless approved by the commander upon recommendation from a military treatment facility for medical reasons, to a maximum bulk of three inches from scalp. Hair will end above the bottom edge of collar and any side of an invisible line drawn parallel to the ground. When in doubt, assess correct length of hair with Airman standing in the position of attention. Except in the physical training gear (PT), hair lengths that would be below the bottom edge of the collar will be pinned-up with no loose ends. Bangs will not touch either eyebrow, to include an invisible line drawn across eyebrows and parallel to the ground. If worn, hairpins, combs, headbands, elastic bands and barrettes must match the hair color (i.e., blonde, brunette, natural red, black, grey), but hair must still comply with bulk and appearance standards. Ornaments are not authorized (i.e., ribbons, beads, jeweled pins). Scrunches are not authorized.

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Exception: While wearing PT gear, long hair will be secured but may have loose ends and may extend below the collar; i.e. ponytails. The intent is for pinned-up hair to be styled in a manner that prevents loose ends from extending upward on the head. For example, when using a clip or hairpins, hair will not present the appearance of a “rooster tail”; when hair is in a bun, all loose ends must be tucked in and secured; when hair is in a ponytail, it must be pulled all the way through the elastic band and may hang naturally downward and not extending below the bottom of the collar (except while in PT gear). As with all hairstyles, a neat and professional image is essential. Braids, micro-braids and cornrows are authorized. However, they must be a natural looking color for human beings similar to the individual’s hair color; conservative (moderate, being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme) and not present a faddish/trendy appearance. A braid is three or more portions/strands of interwoven hair. When worn, multiple braids shall be of uniform dimension, small in diameter (approximately ¼ inches), show no more than ¼ inches of scalp between the braids and must be tightly interwoven to present a neat, professional and well-groomed appearance. Braids must continue to the end of the hair in one direction, in a straight line, and may be worn loose or a secured style within the hair standards. Dreadlocks, (defined as long strands of hair that have been twisted closely from the scalp down to the tips; heavy matted coils of hair which form by themselves, eventually fusing together to form a single dread; or unkempt, twisted, matted individual parts of hair), shaved head, flat-tops and military high-and tight cuts are not authorized hairstyles for female Airmen. Hair color, highlights, and frosting will not be faddish/trendy and will be natural looking hair color for human beings, similar to the individual’s hair color (e.g. black, brunette, blonde, natural red, and grey). The SASI will have final authority on determining appropriateness of a cadet’s hair for AFJROTC participation.b. Body Hair. Female Airmen will remove leg hair that is visibly protruding beyond the appropriate hosiery or causes a visibly uneven texture under hosiery.

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c. Fingernails. If worn by females, nail polish will be a single color that does not distinctly contrast with the female Airman’s complexion, detract from the uniform, or be extreme colors. Some examples of extreme colors included, but are not limited to, purple, gold, blue, black, bright (fire engine) red and florescent colors. Do not apply designs to nails or apply two-tone or multi-tone colors; however, white-tip French manicures are authorized. Fingernails must not exceed ¼ inches in length beyond the tip of the finger and must be clean and well-groomed. Fingernails must not interfere with the performance of assigned duties. Fingernails must not hinder proper fit of prescribed safety equipment or uniform items.d. Cosmetics. Female Airmen may wear cosmetics; however, if worn, they will be conservative (moderate, being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme) and in good taste. Female Airmen will not wear shades of lipstick that distinctly contrast with their complexion, that detract from the uniform, or that are extreme colors. Cosmetics will not be worn during field conditions.e. Tattoos/Brands/Body Markings. Tattoos/brands/body markings anywhere on the body that are obscene, commonly associated with gangs, extremist, and/or supremacist organizations, or that advocate sexual, racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination are prohibited in and out of uniform.

9. Jewelry, Eyewear, Electronic Devices, Bags, Backpacks, Cold Weather and Other Accessories (Both Male and Female). Personal accessories not listed in this instruction are not authorized for wear.

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civilian attire for official duty. Airmen may wear one bracelet around their wrist. If worn bracelet will be conservative (plain, not drawing attention) in design, no wider than ½ inches, gold or silver in color, and will not have any inappropriate pictures or writing. Medical alert/identification bracelets are authorized; however, if worn, they will be conservative (plain, not drawing attention). Bracelets espousing support for cause, philosophy, individual or group are not authorized (Exception: Traditional metal POW/MIA/KIA bracelets, which come in colors besides silver, bronze, or gold, remain authorized).b. Watches. Must be conservative and only one can be worn around the wrist while in uniform, PT, or civilian attire in an official capacity. Conservative examples (not all inclusive) are solid color black, brown, silver or gold. Prohibited examples are diamond-covered, neon, bright colors, bands that exceed 1-inch width and novelty (i.e. cartoon watches) watches.c. Rings. Airmen may wear a total of no more than three rings; wedding sets count as one ring when worn as a set. Rings will be worn at the base of the finger, and will not be worn on the thumb.d. Necklaces. Will not be visible at any time. If worn, will be concealed under a collar or undershirt.e. Eyeglasses/Sunglasses/Contact Lenses. Will be worn in the manner for which they are made. Eyeglasses and sunglasses will not be worn around the neck or on top/back of head or exposed hanging on the uniform. May have conservative ornamentation on non-prescription sunglasses or eyeglasses, frames may be black or brown material or gold or silver wire. Brand name glasses may be worn with small logo on frames or lenses. Logo must be same color as frames or lenses. Conservative wrap-around sunglasses may be worn. Conservative, clear, slightly tinted or photosensitive lenses are authorized. Faddish/Trendy styles and mirrored lenses are prohibited. Sunglasses (to include darkened photosensitive lenses) are not authorized in formation. Exception: Sunglasses are not authorized in formation, unless for medical reasons, e.g., PRK/lasik surgery and when authorized by a commander or commandant on the advice of a medical official. Contact lenses will be natural looking in shape and design. They will be clear in color and not change the color of the Airman’s natural eye color.f. Handheld Electronic Devices. Handheld electronic devices are small electronic equipment such as cellular phones (personal or official), MP3 or similar players, radio, or hands-free devices (e.g. Bluetooth). Handheld electronic devices will be plain black, silver, dark blue, or gray. Holster and other storage devices used to carry handheld electronic devices will be plain black, silver, dark blue, or gray. One handheld electronic device may be attached to a belt/waistband on either side, clipped to a purse, or carried in the left hand. Wear/use of an earpiece, any Bluetooth technology or headphones, while in uniform, indoors or outdoors, is prohibited, unless specifically authorized for the execution of official duties. (Exception: Headphones and earphones (Ipods, MP3 type players, etc.) are authorized during air travel and/or while wearing the physical training gear (PT) during individual or personal PT in the fitness center or on designated running areas unless prohibited by the installation commander). Use of a hands-free device is authorized while in uniform operating a motor vehicle if local policy permits. While walking in uniform use of personal electronic media devices, including ear pieces, speaker phones or text messaging is limited to emergencies or when official notifications are necessary. Military customs and courtesies take precedence.g. Attached Cases/Gym Bags/Back Packs/Handbags/Clutch-Style Purses. Attache cases will be solid-black in color and carried in the left hand. Small logos are authorized; however the logo must be the same color. Gym bags will be solid dark-blue or black in color with matching stitching and carried in the left hand. When wearing ABUs, Airmen can also use olive drab, Air Force sage green or ABU patterned gym bags. Small logos are authorized. Black back packs

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may be worn with any uniform combination. Only solid-color black backpacks will be worn with blue uniform combinations. ABU-patterned back packs, olive drab and Air Force sage green may be worn with the ABU. Olive drab or woodland camouflage colored back packs may also be worn with the BDU. Small logos are authorized. Airmen may wear a back pack on the left shoulder or both shoulders (not to interfere with rendering the proper salute). Back packs will not have ornamentation, a high-gloss, designs, or hanging/dangling objects. Small gold or silver clasp authorized, but chains are not authorized. Handbags for all uniform combinations will be solid black leather or vinyl without ornamentation, with or without plain fold-over flap, with or without single-placed silver or gold-colored clasp, with black stitching only. Handbags may have up to two adjustable shoulder straps with or without buckles on the straps. Handbags will not exceed 13(W) x 9(H) x 4 ½ in bulk. Clutch-style purses for all uniform combinations will be plain black smooth or scotch-grain leather, patent leather, high-gloss or manmade material without ornamentation, with black stitching only. Fabric, suede, and patent leather may be carried with the mess dress, formal dress and ceremonial dress uniforms. Clutch-style purses will be no larger than 6 ½ (H) x 11(W) inches or no smaller than 5(H) x 9(W) inches. Clutch-style purses will have a concealed closure and may have a wrist strap. Exception: Do not use patent leather purse when wearing semi-formal dress.h. Lanyards/Access Passes/ Identification Badges/Common Access Cards (CAC). Lanyards will be plain, solid black or dark-blue, silver small conservative link chains or clear plastic. Green lanyards are only authorized with the ABU or BDU. Only small DoD/USAF logos are authorized on the garment clip of retractable lanyards, other logos are not permitted anywhere on the lanyard. Access passes, identification badges, and common access cards are only authorized for wear when required within the confines of the location for which they were issued. When worn, they will be worn on the front of the body above the waist and below the neck and must not present a safety hazard.i. Umbrella. Umbrellas will be plain, solid colored black and carried in the left hand.j. Religious Apparel. “Religious apparel” is defined as apparel worn as part of the observance of a religious faith practiced by Airman. Religious items and apparel, other than head covering, may only be worn visibly during religious services. Plain, dark blue or black religious head coverings may be worn, indoors if approved by the installation commander. Plain, dark blue, or black religious head coverings may be worn, concealed under the uniform/headgear, outdoors if approved by installation commander. Approval from an installation commander or equivalent is only applicable within the installation. In joint organizations, the director of personnel will serve as the approval authority with concurrence from the senior Air Force officer. Religious apparel will not be worn during parades, ceremonial details, ceremonial functions, or in official photos.k. Cold Weather Accessories. Cold weather accessories will only be worn when wearing authorized outer garments (Exception: gloves may be worn solely with the service dress uniform, ABUs and BDUs). With the exception of functional items, cold weather accessories are only worn while outdoors. Gloves (black or sage green) may be worn with all authorized outer garments. They will be all one color, leather, knitted, tricot or suede, or a combination of leather, knitted, tricot, and suede. Black or sage green gloves may be worn with the BDU, ABU, FDU and all authorized outer garments to the BDU, ABU, or FDU. Only black gloves may be worn with the service dress uniform and all approved outer garments worn with the blue service and service dress uniforms. A scarf (black) may be worn with all authorized outer garments. The scarf must be tucked in and will only be worn with an outer garment. The scarf will not exceed 10 inches in width and can be knit, wool or cotton simplex, with or without a napped surface. Earmuffs (black) may be worn with all authorized outer garments and may wrap around either the top or rear of the head. Earmuffs may be made of any material and will only be worn with an

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10. Placement of Insignia, Devices, and Accessories.All insignia and devices must be properly placed. Correct placements are shown on the board in the AFJROTC classroom, and the leadership education books. Female cadets may experience some difficulty at first because, unlike the male shirt, the blouse has no pockets to serve as guides. Female cadets may find it helpful to have another female cadet or their mothers assist in placing uniform items such as ribbons and name tags on. When placing ranks on a flight cap, regular sized rank insignia will be worn on the wearer’s left side 1 ½ inches from the front edge of the flight cap. Chaplain, Aeronautical, Space, Cyberspace, Occupational and Miscellaneous Badges.a. Service Dress Uniform (Male and Female). Wear all ribbons and devices. The first badge will be centered on the wearer’s left ½ inches above the top row of ribbons, center additional badges ½ inches above the first one.b. Service Uniform (male). Ribbons are optional. If worn, all ribbons and devices will be worn. The first badge will be centered on the wearer’s left ½ inches above the top row of ribbons or pocket if not wearing ribbons, center additional badge ½ inches above the first one.c. Service Uniform (female). Ribbons are optional. If worn, all ribbons and devices will be worn. The first badge will be centered on the wearer’s left ½ inches above the top row of ribbons. If no ribbons are worn, center badge parallel to the name tag, center additional badge ½ inches above the first one.Duty (Identification) and Miscellaneous Badges.a. Service Dress Uniform (male). Large duty badges will be worn. The first duty badge will be centered on the wearer’s left 1 ½ inches below the top of the welt pocket and centered. The second badge will be worn on the wearer’s right 1 ½ inches below the name tag. If authorized, center a third badge ½ inches above the name tag. The excellence-in-competition badge is only worn centered on the left welt pocket. Command insignia pin is worn on the wearer’s right side, centered ½ inches above the name tag for current commanders, centered ½ inches below name tag for graduated commanders. If duty badge is worn on the wearer’s right side with command insignia pin, center duty badge ½ inches above the command insignia pin (current commander) or center duty badge ½ inches below the command insignia pin for graduated commander. The command insignia pin is mandatory on all blue uniforms and is worn by all eligible commissioned officers in the rank of Colonel (O-6) and below.b. Service Dress Uniform (female). Large duty badges will be worn. The first duty badge will be centered on the wearer’s right, ½ inches above the name tag and centered, the second badge will be worn ½ inches above the name tag and centered and spaced ½ inches apart from the first badge. If duty badge(s) are worn, the missile or excellence-in-competition badge(s) will be worn on the wearer’s left, 1 ½ inches below the top of the welt pocket. If no duty badge(s) are worn, the missile badge and/or excellence-in-competition badge is worn on the wearer’s right, ½ inches above the name tag. Command insignia pin is worn on the wearer’s right side, centered ½ inches above the name tag for current commanders or centered ½ inches below the name tag for graduated commanders. If wearing one duty badge with command insignia pin, (current commanders) center duty badge ½ inches above the command insignia pin. If two duty badges and the (current) command insignia pin are worn together, place command insignia pin ½ inches above the name tag and place both duty badges ½ inches above the command insignia pin, centered and spaced ½ inches apart. The command insignia pin is mandatory and is worn by all eligible commissioned officers in the rank of Colonel (O-6) and below.c. Service Uniform (male). If worn, duty badges will be miniature in size. The first duty badge

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will be centered on the lower portion of the wearer’s left pocket, between the left and right edges and bottom flap and pocket. The second badge will be worn on the wearer’s right in the same relative position as the badge worn on the wearer’s left, between the left and right edges and bottom flap and pocket. If authorized, center a third badge ½ inches above the name tag. If worn, the missile badge will only be worn on the wearer’s left, left pocket, between the left and right edges and bottom flap and pocket. Excellence-in-competition badge is worn centered on top edge of left pocket flap. Command insignia pin is worn on the wearer’s right side, centered ½ inches above the name tag for current commanders, centered below the name tag between the name tag and the button of the right pocket flap for graduated commanders. If duty badge is worn on the wearer’s right side with command insignia pin, center duty badge ½ inches above command insignia pin (current commander) or center duty badge ½ inches below command insignia pin between the left and right edges and the bottom flap and pocket, for graduated commander. The command insignia pin is mandatory on all blue uniforms and is worn by all eligible commissioned officers in the rank of Colonel (O-6) and below.d. Service Uniform (female). If worn, duty badges will be miniature in size. The first duty badge will be centered on the wearer’s right ½ inches above the name tag. The second badge will be worn ½ inches above the name tag and centered and spaced ½ inches apart from the first badge. If duty badge(s) are worn, the missile or excellence-in-competition badge(s) will only be worn on the wearer’s left, 1 ½ inches below the bottom of ribbons (if worn) and centered. If no duty badge(s) are worn, the missile badge and/or excellence-in-competition badge is worn on the wearer’s right, ½ inches above name tag. Command insignia pin is worn on the wearer’s right side, centered ½ inches above the name tag for current commanders or centered ½ inches below name tag for graduated commanders. If wearing one duty badge with command insignia pin, (current commanders) center duty badge ½ inches above command insignia pin. If two duty badges and the (current) command insignia pin are worn together, place command insignia pin ½ inches above name tag and place both duty badges ½ inches above command insignia pin, centered and spaced ½ inches apart. The command insignia pin is mandatory and is worn by all eligible commissioned officers in the rank of Colonel (O-6) and below.

11. Inspection Procedure.

All cadets will be inspected on the designated Uniform Lab Day (ULD). The specific uniform combination will be posted on the front classroom whiteboard every Wednesday morning (the week before the next Uniform Lab Day). Each flight will form-up at area designated by an instructor and then execute Open Ranks procedures. The inspector general in conjunction with the instructors will inspect each cadet. The Flight Sergeant will be the first cadet inspected, and then will accompany the inspector through the remainder of the flight inspection, documenting results of each cadet’s inspection. When the inspection is completed, the inspection worksheet will be given to the ASI for recording of grades.

MANDATORY ACTIVITIES

To participate in AFJROTC activities, you must achieve permission to participate from your parents and from the SASI. Permission forms will be distributed to participants at least one week (7 Days) before the expected activity. Without a completed permission form, no cadet(s) will be permitted to participate. No permission forms are required for mandatory events.

It is mandatory for all cadets to be a member of a team. All cadets are required to be an active participant in at least one corps program listed under Team Activities.

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Team Activities

Regulation Drill, Unarmed Regulation Drill, Armed Exhibition Drill, Unarmed Exhibition, Color Guard, Orienteering, Physical Fitness Team, Swim Team, Cadet Staff, Tutoring, Rocket Teams, Saber Team, Model Team, Remote Control Team, Paintball Team, Marksmanship Team, Inventory Control Group (Supply). See short descriptions under the extracurricular activities. Any cadet can join any number of teams but one team membership is required.

Open Ranks – (Mandatory) If missed a cadet can still earn partial credit for uniform wear by attending a makeup time as stated in this handbook. Under no circumstances will uniform wear be graded during class.

Corps Meeting – (Mandatory) Wednesday at 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Parent may contact the instructors to get their cadet excused. Unexcused absences from the Corps Meeting will negatively affect your participation grades.

Dining In - (Mandatory) Held once per year in the Fall.

At this social function, the cadets/corps sits down together and eats a large, well-prepared meal. Afterwards, we will have a distinguished guest speaker and informal entertainment. This function is mandatory for all cadets. Attendance will be taken and a grade will be given. This grade cannot be made up at a later time/date.

Awards Ceremony (Mandatory) Held once per year in the Spring.

This is an excellent chance for parents to see what their students have accomplished over the past/current year. All cadets participating in AFJROTC are required to attend. This is the most exciting night of the school year for a cadet(s). It is the night in which national and unit awards are presented. Parents are encouraged to attend. Attendance will also be taken and a grade given for attendance. A uniform grade will also be given. The grade cannot be made up for this event at a later time/date.

Lock-In (Mandatory) Held once per year in the Spring.

Attendance will also be taken and a grade given for attendance. The grade cannot be made up for this event at a later time/date. A cadet can be excused from the event by having parent sign the Lock-In form stating that the student must miss the event and a grade will be given as if the student attended.

(COC) Change of Command (Mandatory)

This event happens every year in which the current commander of TX-20092 relinquishes command and the new commander assumes command. This event is open to the public.

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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES(The following programs may be established by the cadet corps)

Our extracurricular activities are designed to get the cadets in the corps more involved in corps functions. The after school programs are a big part of what we do and those hours count towards community service and JROTC participation hours. Due to the amount of training and time that goes into getting a team ready to compete; a cadet cannot be allowed to just show up whenever willing. If a cadet’s attendance is irregular then they will not be allowed to compete. In order to be competitive for competitions all team members must be dependable and show up for and ready to practice each time their team has a scheduled practice day (see training plan on Parent Update). Teams are strictly voluntary. As a volunteer, you made a commitment to the others on your team: Committed to be on time and at every practice, committed to proper behavior both at home and at school and committed to having passing grades!

Command Staff

The cadet staff works with the Corps Commander and meets every Thursday morning (7:30 AM) to plan, organize and implement cadet activities throughout the school year. All members of the staff are required to maintain continuity binders. Continuity binders are used to track due dates, projects and to maintain information so that the cadets will brief their classes. Every cadet holding a position stated on the Unit Manning Document is required to attend.

Summer Training Camp (STC)

During August, The cadet corps will hold a pre-school training program whose purpose is provide training of those basic military customs and courtesies that will be required throughout the school year. Taking part in the STC earns a new cadet early promotion from E-1 to E-2. We size and fit uniforms on the cadets during STC, this allows us time to order any items that we may not have in stock. STC also provides time for new cadets to get accustomed to being a cadet without the negative impact of the pressures associated with school.

Camp Cho-Yeh

Camp Cho-Yeh is a volunteer summer activity in which the cadets get to spend several days being taught life lessons such as computer security, etiquette, financial management and interviewing for jobs by professionals, parents and instructors. Those lessons will better prepare a student for living on their own at college or as an independent adult. The camp provides paintball, air rifle marksmanship, survival training, swimming, campfire meals, orienteering, water purification, high ropes, low ropes, and fire building training. There is a cost to attending this camp. The cadets can earn their way to camp by simply volunteering at JROTC fundraisers. See Participation Points Program if interested in attending. If a cadet fails to earn enough points then the family may pay the balance or the full amount

Drill Teams (Regulation Armed Unarmed and Exhibition Armed and Unarmed)

Unarmed Drill Teams are based on precision marching and help to build team morale. Armed Drill Teams combine both precision marching and skillful handling of the rifle. You will drill in regulation style competitions, as well as exhibition drill. Regulation drill is scripted military

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maneuvers that each school’s team will perform in the same sequence. Exhibition, both armed and unarmed are school specific with each team performing their own routines. The team performing more precisely and in a coordinated manner will earn trophies. As an elite part of the group, the Drill Team has a strict set of regulations outlined by the Drill Team Commander. To participate, you must agree to conform to these regulations. For more information, see the Drill Team Commander. To be eligible for the Varsity Drill Team, a cadet must have completed the first year of AFJROTC and completed a tryout for the Drill Team. Teams can compete as individuals, tandems or 10 persons (the most common).

Color Guard

The Color Guard is very similar to the Drill Team. This is also a competition team composed of 4 cadets. Its purpose is to present the colors (National Flag and either the state of Air Force Flag) at the start of public gatherings at school and in the community. For information, see the Color Guard Commander. Any cadet is eligible to apply.

Physical Fitness (PT)/Obstacle/Endurance Teams

These are of the most physically fit of the TX-20092 they work out three mornings per week, and their sole purpose is to win competitions and make us look good at field day. The team will be chosen from volunteers. Physical fitness is a large part of what AFJROTC does, so if you are fitness minded this is the team for you.

Saber Team

Saber team consists of cadets that are dedicated and hardworking. They present arches at formal event such as award, homecoming, parades, civic ceremonies, weddings and Quincineras and also they sometimes present the colors with the color guard.

Honor Guard

This is an elite team of upperclassmen that have come from Color Guard, Saber Team, and Drill Team. These cadets compete at state competitions and presenting the colors at the most formal of events. You have to be selected to be on this team and be able to pass both a practical and written exam.

Model Rocketry

Our model rocketry program's objective is to educate interested cadets in the field of rocketry. Cadets involved in this program who fulfill the requirements are awarded the model rocketry badge. This will fulfill a portion of the Space Exploration merit badge for Boy Scouts. A fee of $25.00 will be charged each year to purchase equipment. Our Rocket Team is widely known for the ability to win trophies.

The Model Airplane club was designed to build and rebuild model airplanes. The cadets' finished work is displayed in the ROTC classroom.

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Swim Team

Our Championship Swim Team is currently the regional Navy and Army Champions. Air Force JROTC normally do not compete in swim. We are looking for a few cadets that can swim fast, some that can dive to 13 feet, others that can swim towing heavy weights, and finally a few strong persons/people that can tread water. This team is for those serious about practice and serious about winning.

Air Rifle/Pistol

We shoot competitively. Our air rifle program is based on safety first. Cadets will not be allowed to continue as a member of this team if safety becomes an issue. We have a onetime $50.00 fee to join this program. The team may hold a fundraiser to purchase the need supplies in lieu of paying the fee. The fee funds supplies, and equipment. The fee is forfeited if student is removed from the team. Some safety items will have to be purchased by the cadets.

Kitty Hawk Air Society (KHAS)

The Kitty Hawk Air Society is the official AFJROTC Honor Society. In order to become a member of this prestigious society, cadets must maintain a 90 in AFJROTC and an overall 3.5 cumulative average in all other subjects with no failing grades. Individuals are inducted into the KHAS in the Fall Semester during the Dining In/Out.

Orienteering

Originally a training exercise in land navigation for military officers; orienteering has developed into a sport that combines racing with navigation using a compass and a map. No experience necessary but you will need a desire to learn map and compass reading. Orienteering is about being able to think, while on the move.

Dragoons Performance Drill Team

Dragoons are our varsity drill team. Because this team performs highly difficult skills only cadets with at least one year AFJROTC experience may tryout. The other exhibition teams are open to all cadets.

Awareness Presentation Team

Being a member of the APT earns the Aware Presentation Badge if the team member makes a verbal presentation to a class other than JROTC using the recruiting boards and passes out brochures with the result being that at least one student commits in writing to join JROTC the next semester.

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Weekly Corps Meetings Procedures

Each Wednesday in the ROTC classroom a corps meeting will be held. The entire corps is required to attend. In this meeting we will discuss different topics and it is your chance to voice your opinion and ideas in an open forum. Time spent in this and all other meetings and activities counts towards your participation hours and participation grade.

Usually the Corps Commander will run the meeting. In his/her absence, the Corps’ Deputy Commander or other senior staff member will take charge.

1. The room will be called to attention, and seats will be given.2. An agenda will already be prepared, and people wanting to bring up topics should turn in

their agendas prior to the meeting.3. Each agenda item will be discussed according to its importance.4. If a topic needs to be voted upon, a motion will be made by anyone to vote. Someone to

second that will be needed. A vote will take place by a show of hands.5. After all agenda topics are discussed, the Corps Commander will go around the room to

ask if anyone has anything else to bring up.6. The room will be called to attention and dismissed.7. Staff member bring and use your continuity binders.

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ROTC AGREEMENT

I Cadet_____________________ hereby agree to maintain all requirements stated within this cadet handbook including avoiding discipline issues, maintaining grooming standards according to Air Force Standards; as well as properly wearing the uniform at least once per week or as required by the SASI in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this handbook. I fully understand that only the SASI or ASI Instructor can authorized a uniform wear makeup day. Failure to regularly maintain this standard may result in my removal from JROTC.

Failing any class is taken seriously. I agree that I will attend MANDATORY JROTC Kitty Hawk Tutoring for whatever period is needed to bring my grades up to a passing standard. I will notify the instructors, corps commander and Kitty Hawk Honor Air Society President immediately upon learning that I am failing. I understand that they will arrange for my tutor and the staff will monitor my grades to ensure that I am applying myself fully.

I also understand that I am required to participate in afterschool corps. I understand that this are graded areas and failing to participate will result in my failing this critical area.

I also will join at least one of the mandatory teams listed under mandatory activities.

I am aware that I will be inspected for a grade each Tuesday morning at 0645/during my JROTC class period during Open Ranks. I am also aware that I must be in position by 0640/the beginning of class each Tuesday morning. The inspection will be held as a corps in a group formation so my on-time arrival is very important! If I do not attend Open Ranks, I will attend one of the makeup times before the end of the week.

I fully understand that if I am ever running late, have uniform issues, or may not be prepared for the upcoming events that a simple phone call to the instructors can go a long way to keeping me in good standing with the cadet corps and the JROTC. ___________________________ __________________________Printed Name of Cadet Signature of Cadet

I the parent/ legal guardian of Cadet______________________ have read and understand the requirements of my student being in ROTC and will ensure that he/she fully adheres to all requirements.

___________________________ _________________________Printed Name of Parent/ Guardian Signature of Parent/ Guardian

Students and parents should understand that some after school activities such as awards ceremonies, Dining In, Award ceremony, Lock-In and Change of Command require mandatory attendance. A grade will be given for attendance at these events. If your son/daughter cannot attend mandatory events, this will not only affect their grade and attendance in the program, but will also affect their promotions and position in the corp. In the case of specialty teams such as saber team, drill team, and color guard this may seriously impact their continuance on the team.

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THE JUNIOR ROTC CADET CREED

I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet. I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school, and the Corp of Cadets.

I am loyal and patriotic. I am the future of the United States of America.

I do not lie, cheat, or steal and will always be accountable for my actions and deeds

I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism

I will work hard to improve my mind and strengthen my body.

I will seek the mantel of leadership and stand prepared to uphold the constitution and the American way of life.

May God grant me the strength to live by this creed.

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Air Force JuniorReserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) TX 20092

Kingwood Park High School4015 Woodland Hills Dr.Kingwood, Texas 77339

(281) 641-6792/6600

CONTRACT AND PERMISSION FORM(This form is due back the next day)

STUDENTS NAME

SUPERVISING TEACHERS Major Nail and MSgt Newberry

LOCATION OF FIELDTRIP:CITY: ___________________SCHOOL: ______________STREET:_____________________________

DATE OF TRIP:_________________ DEPARTING TIME: ______ RETURN TIME: ______

I will be riding with _____________ in ______________________.

I am competing with the following teams ____________________, ______________________, AND _____________________.

My child has permission to participate in this field trip and activities associated with this trip. Under no circumstances will the Department of Defense, Kingwood Park High School, Air Force JROTC, nor the HISD System be held liable in case of an accident.

I understand that if my son/daughter becomes sick during this activity or is involved in inappropriate behavior and cannot continue that I am required to pick up my son/daughter.

The instructors have my permission to authorize medical treatment, if needed.Emergency Contact Name: Emergency Contact Telephone Number:

I understand that this event is voluntary and by volunteering I am giving my word that I will prepare myself to be ready to accomplish our goal!____ ____ I am not passing at this time but I will attend tutoring with JROTC every Friday, NHS tutoring and tutoring with my teacher every week until I am passing and that I will be passing on the report card prior to the event. KHAS President will monitor and log my tutoring!____ ____ I am passing and will be on the report card prior to the event date!____ ____ I understand that to be eligible for this event that my last Report Card or Interim Report Card must reflect all passing grades.____ ____ I do not have any other activities on this date that would prevent me from attending the event and my parents/guardians have agreed that I will attend.____ ____ I understand that this event cost money for me to attend and that 3 to 9 other cadets will not get to attend if I no show, have failing grades, bad behavior or quit. _______________________________________________CADET SIGNATURE Due Back By: _____Parent's Signature Date

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NOTIFICATION SHEET(Return to instructors)

Please initial by each statement to show that you agree and understand the information.

_____ A. I understand that my student may be involved in news worthy events and that his/her pictures may be published. If you do not wish to have your student’s recognized in a public venue please submit that in writing directly to the instructors._____B. All JROTC activities are open to parental visits. The only event that parents are not invited to is the Dining In Ceremony. Booster Club members are invited._____C. Team Commitment. As a member of our teams, it is the student’s responsibility to make every practice and to be on-time. Team training times is valuable and a missing cadet causes disruption to the team unity. Failure to be responsible will be cause for removal from the competition team. _____D. Grades. If your student’s grades are not passing, they will be put on a go to tutoring list. Tutoring is mandatory for any cadets not passing any subject. Tutoring is Thursday morning and is provided by Kitty Hawk Honor Air Society_____E. Punishment. Parents failure of a cadet to be at practice prevents our teams from perfecting the sequences and waste many man-hours. If your student had earned a starting spot on a team and we are forced to move a back up into that starting position so that we can continue with our training; then your student will become the back up. This does not mean your student is off the team but is does mean they are not on the starting team until they earn that position again by being a responsible team member! _____F. Uniform Wear and Haircuts. Required weekly and is a test grade. Parents help us to make sure your cadet is in uniform every Tuesday morning prior to leaving home. The uniform must be worn all day! Haircuts are governed by an Air Force Regulation and business haircuts may not meet Air Force Standards.If my cadet fails to keep his hair in compliance two weeks in a row, then you have my permission to cut his hair. (Parent Signature and printed name) _________________________________________________________________________G. I understand that my cadet is to join at least one team activity. _____H. Parents do not allow any cadet to ride with you after any JROTC activity unless you have direct permission from that cadet’s parents. We are held responsible for those students._____I. Parents if your cadet is not allowed to leave campus on their own, you must state that in writing to the instructors. If you pick up your student please be on time._____J. I ______________________(parent of cadet) have read the handbook and understand the commitment that my student is making._____K. My cadet has read and understands the Cadet Handbook.

Parent Email ________________________ Parent Phone __________________

___________________ ____________________PARENT SIGNATURE STUDENT SIGNATURE___________________ ___________________ ___________Printed Name Printed Name Date

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