FL-12 CADET HANDBOOK--2017

CADET HANDBOOK FL-12 AFJROTC

Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION TO THE AFJROTC CADET PROGRAM

1-1. Mission.
a. The mission of Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) is to
“Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.”

b. The role of the Pensacola High School AFJROTC cadet organization, Unit FL-12,
is to provide opportunities to learn and apply leadership, discipline, responsibility,
and accountability. We also seek to encourage completion of high school and
the pursuit of higher education and vocational goals; promote community service;
teach social values and life skills; and stimulate interest in aerospace. Our core
values are integrity, service, excellence and courage.

c. FL-12 fully supports the goals of the Escambia County School District and the
mission of Pensacola High School, creating an environment in which students
can develop and excel in: Academics, Leadership, Citizenship, Integrity, Physical
Fitness, and Motivation.

1-2. Program Benefits.

a. Active cadets are eligible for several academic, leadership and service awards
within AFJROTC. These awards are ribbons that are worn on the uniform and
readily seen by others as evidence of achievement.

b. Cadets who work up to their ability and work hard can earn promotion in cadet
rank. This is visible evidence to others of cadet achievement.

c. One elective course credit toward graduation is given for each year of AFJROTC
successfully completed. Also, two complete years (four semsters) of JROTC
satisfies one half of a PE credit requirement.

d. Letters of Completion are given to those cadets who successfully complete four
or more semesters of JROTC and are seeking to enlist in the military. Four or
more semesters of JROTC enables you to receive advanced military rank at the
completion of basic military training -- which means more pay and responsibility.
See your military recruiter and Senior Aerospace Science Instructor for details.

e. Completion of the AFJROTC program will improve one’s opportunity to gain a
ROTC four-year college scholarship or appointment to a US service academy.
Additionally, it will enhance the chances of being selected to a range of other

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military and civilian scholarship opportunities. As an example, an Air Force
College ROTC scholarship can pay up to all tuition and books associated with
college and provide a $250 per month allowance.

f. Being a member of Air Force Junior ROTC while in high school DOES NOT
obligate or commit a JROTC cadet to serve in the US military in any way.

1-3. Curriculum Overview:

a. AFJROTC is a voluntary four-year course in aerospace science, military science,
and physical education. The Aerospace Science portion of the curriculum
includes the history of flight and aerospace power, weather, principles of flight,
space travel, and civil aviation. The Leadership Education curriculum consists of
drill and ceremonies, uniform inspection, communications skills, and
management.

b. Your instructors are retired US Air Force members each with over 20 years of
service:
- Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) – Colonel Aaron Lehman
- Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) – Chief Master Sergeant Charles Clark

c. Part of your Leadership Education grade involves wearing the AFJROTC
uniform. Once a week you will be graded on the appearance of your uniform and
compliance to standards in a military inspection -- this is a very important part of
our program and a big part of each cadet’s grade. The importance of inspection
grades cannot be stressed enough. More information about uniforms follows in
Chap 4.

d. Physical training (PT) and physical activities are also part of the curriculum. A
minimum of one day each week is devoted to PT.

1-4. Field Trips:

a. Field Trips are a part of the Aerospace Science Curriculum. However, they are a
privilege and participation will be based on the following conditions:
1. Cadets must meet the required grooming standards.
2. A cadet’s attitude and conduct must be satisfactory.
3. Parent permission slips must be completed and returned to the SASI/ASI
prior to the field trip. For field trips requiring that you miss other classes, all
other teachers must sign off on your participation in the trip.
4. Your grades in JROTC and in your other classes will help determine if you
can go on a field trip. At a minimum, cadets must have a “B” average in
AFJROTC and an overall “2.5” Grade Point Average in all subjects for the
current grading period to be eligible. Any cadet failing a subject will not go on
a field trip. The SASI / ASI reserve the right to make exceptions.
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b. All cadets will conduct themselves in a proper and reasonable manner. Any
conduct not considered proper by the SASI/ASI or senior cadet advisor will result
in the loss of further field trip privileges and/or loss of rank.

1-5. Organization of the FL-12 Cadet Corps:

a. The designation of the Pensacola High School AFJROTC unit is FL-12. The
designation “FL-12” means that in Florida (the “FL”), during AFJROTC’s first
year of operations (the “1”) in 1966, our unit was the second unit established
(the “2”) in the state.

b. The Corps consists of five individual flights. While normal attrition usually
handles the reduction of cadets at each AS level, the SASI may occasionally
have to remove cadets from the program. Removal is based on grades, attitude,
and conduct.

c. Each cadet will know the Chain of Command and the names of the people
assigned to the positions contained in the FL-12 Organization Chart. The Chain
of Command defines lines of authority and communication. Cadets should use
the chain for cadet business such as questions on uniforms, customs and
courtesies, drill, cadet evaluations and promotions, cadet awards, extracurricular
activities, and class rules and procedures. A PERSONAL MATTER,
INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT BY ANY CADET, OR QUESTIONS ON
ACADEMICS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED DIRECTLY AND IMMEDIATELY TO
ONE OF THE AFJROTC INSTRUCTORS.

1-6. AFJROTC Leadership Positions

To provide a general understanding of each of the staff positions, a brief summary of
department duties and responsibilities is given below. Like in the military, job
responsibilities and duties will increase with promotion. Cadets earn their job
assignments and are entrusted to carry out their job duties, to include supervisory
responsibilities, to the best of their ability. See Figure 1-1.

a. Group Commander. The Group Commander establishes and enforces
appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct standards of the Corps. The
Commander supervises all staff officers, inspects and evaluates the Deputy Group
Commander and the Inspector General, commands the unit when operating as a
Group, acts as an advisor to the Commandant of Cadets (SASI), chairs the Cadet
Evaluation Board, and works with the flight commanders in solving problems at all
levels.

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b. Deputy Group Commander. Assumes all duties of the group commander when
he/she is absent, inspects and evaluates the performance of all staff division chiefs,
and assists the group commander in solving problems.

c. Inspector General (IG). Responsible to the Group Commander for investigating
cadet complaints and offering solutions. Conducts random checks of department
files and paperwork for accuracy and completeness. Conducts random inspections
of cadets and cadet activities for compliance to established discipline, training, and
standards. Reports findings to the group commander.

d. Special Assistant to the Commandant/ Senior Mentor. These are the AS-IVs
who are selected by the SASI / ASI to assist with special projects. Senior Mentors
are Seniors who have relinquished command of their staff position and advises the
current cadet in that position.

e. Command Chief Master Sergeant. Responsible for the NCO staff and conducts
training for Cadet Airmen to advance to NCOs / NCOICs, as well as resolving issues
any Cadet Airman may have. Also responsible for organizing parades, Pass In
Reviews, and other large-scale Corps formations. Reports directly to the Group
Commander.

f. Information Management (IM). Assists the instructors and Group Commander in
group administrative duties. IM maintains demerit records and informs cadets of
excessive demerits, forwards orders and details of the day to the Flight
Commanders, assigns personnel to Flag Detail, and prepares special orders for
promotions and awards. The Chief of IM serves as recorder for the Cadet
Evaluation board.

g. A1 Personnel (PER). Maintains current locator cards and service records for
each cadet in the unit. Personnel checks attendance at weekly staff meetings.

h. A2 Academics (ACAD). Academics is responsible for managing FL-12’s Kitty
Hawk Air Society, as well as organizing all co-curricular academic competitions.
They also advise the SASI / ASI on cadets that need to be but on Academic
Probation due to not meeting satisfactory academic standards.

i. A3 Operations (OPS). Organizes and executes extracurricular unit activities,
plans recruiting and fundraising activities, and publishes unit Special Orders as a
record of activities. The OPS chief supervises and evaluates the chiefs of all Special
Teams. The OPS chief is also responsible for the overall management of the flights.
Publishes promotion and ribbon orders.

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j. A4 Logistics (LG). Maintains records of uniform and equipment issue,
responsible for replacement sales of uniform insignia and ribbons, and assists the
SASI / ASI with uniform issue.

k. Public Affairs (PA). Responsible for group publicity and public relations,
coordinates with the staffs of the school newspaper and yearbook, maintains
historical records of unit activities, and edits the FL-12 newspaper, The Flying Tiger.
PA is also responsible for the AFJROTC website maintenance.

l. Drill Team. Responsible for training members of the drill team and preparing
them for competition.

m. Color Guard. Responsible for training members of the color guard in their
duties. Responsible for scheduling members to attend functions as required.

n. Security. Responsible for providing JROTC area security before school and
providing escorts for visitors as required. Organizes and posts the security details for
each week. Maintains a roster of cadets and conducts periodic meetings.

o. Physical Training (PT). Responsible for organizing, scheduling, and leading
Friday PT and after-school PT for the Corps.

p. KHAS (Kitty Hawk Air Society). Responsible for leading the KHAS and
organizing FL-12 community service events.

q. MRAC (Model Rocket and Aircraft Club). Responsible for conducting the
MRAC each semester. Maintains MRAC supplies and conducts rocket launches.

r. Flight Commanders. Responsible for the appearance, discipline, and morale of
the flights; drills and inspects the flight; assists the SASI and ASI in the classroom;
and reports absentees to the instructor at the beginning of class. Flight
Commanders supervise the duties of the flight sergeant, flight guide, and element
leaders.

s. Flight Sergeants. Assists the flight commander in duties, assumes the duties of
the flight commander in their absence, and records absentees for the flight
commander at the beginning of class.

t. Flight Guides/Guidon Bearers. Posts the guidon at the beginning of class,
assists the flight sergeant, and is responsible for the use of the guidon during drill.
Flight guides assume the duties of the flight sergeant in their absence.

u. Element Leaders. Reports absentees from their elements, distributes textbooks
and work folders, supervises the assistant element leaders, and are responsible for

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the appearance and performance of cadets within their element. The first element
leader assumes the duties of the flight guide in their absence.

v. Flight Personnel. Responsible for assisting the SASI, ASI and Corps Personnel
Chief with Personnel matters pertaining to his or her flight. Responsible for passing
out promotion work sheets to cadets who request them (available in the JROTC
Office.)

w. Flight Logistics. Responsible for assisting the ASI and the Corps Logistics Chief
in all Logistics matters pertaining to his or her flight.

x. Flight PT. Responsible for assisting the Corps PT Chief in Physical Training and
Fitness for the Cadet Corps within his or her flight. Assist the SASI, ASI and Flight
Commander in conducting the physical fitness program, training, and assessments.

y. Flight PA. Responsible for assisting the SASI, ASI and Corps PA Chief with
Public Affairs matters within his or her flight. Also serves as the primary
photographer for the flight.

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F Flight Positions
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Chief of Logistics (A4)
Deputy Chief of Logistics
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Figure 1-2.

FL-12 Organizational Chart

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Figure 1-3.

PHS AFJROTC Unit FL-12 Chain of Command

President of the United States
Secretary of Defense

Secretary of the Air Force
US Air Force Chief of Staff
Commander, Air Education and Training Command
Commander, Air University
Commander, Holm Center
Air Force Junior ROTC Director
Pensacola High School Principal (Does not report to Air Force Chain of

Command)
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

Aerospace Science Instructor
FL-12 Group Commander

FL-12 Deputy Group Commander
Inspector General
Flight Commanders
Element Leaders

Cadets in the Element

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1-7. Cadet Staff Meetings. A formal Cadet Staff Meeting will be conducted immediately
before school one day a week that school is in session in the AFJROTC classroom. Any
change from this will be approved by the SASI. The purpose of the staff meeting will be
to communicate to the cadet staff membership the activities of each department,
discuss key corps issues, and plan corps events.

1-8. Conducting the Cadet Staff Meeting.

a. All Staff Chiefs and Deputies, to include flight commanders and their deputies, will
attend each meeting. NCOICs, in the absence of either the Chief or Deputy, will be
prepared to take on the proper role for filling in for the absence.

b. Personnel will keep the attendance. Cadets arriving five minutes or later after the
scheduled meeting time will be considered absent from that meeting.

c. Each department will plan to brief their area of responsibility focusing on items of
interest and relevance. Flight commanders should bring up any problems that their
flights are having in the Corps.

d. Absent cadets must provide a written excuse to the Deputy Commander before
the end of that week (typically Friday), unless absent for that due date, in which case
they will provide the excuse upon their return. The Deputy Commander will issue
demerits for cadets without a valid excused absence. The deputy will note any cadet
missing or demonstrating a general lack of attendance and proper attitude and will
recommend to the Corps commander if the cadet should be dismissed or removed
from staff.

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Chapter 2

CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOR

2-1. Classroom Code of Conduct. As a cadet in the AFJROTC program, you are
expected to follow FL-12’s regulations (see figure 2-1) as well as the school’s policies.
The main reason for these rules and regulations is discipline. Without discipline, this
program cannot meet its objectives.

2-2. General Expectations:

a. AFJROTC is a course that emphasizes self-discipline and self-reliance among
cadets and you will be expected to meet certain standards in order to be
successful in AFJROTC.

b. Cadet behavior and grooming standards must be maintained at the high levels
expected of an individual in a military oriented organization.

c. Strict timetables and deadlines are generally established. Failure to meet
deadlines may affect eligibility for field trips, promotion and awards, etc.

2-3. Academic Standards. Cadets are expected to maintain general academic
standards if they expect to succeed in high school. Graduation from high school
requires an overall minimum of a 2.0 GPA. Cadets on staff are expected to exceed this
2.0 GPA and have a “B” or better in AFJROTC each grading period. Academic
expectations are raised as the cadet advances to higher positions. Cadets not meeting
this requirement are subject to reduction in rank and/or dismissal from staff. Cadets in
classroom/Flight leadership positions must maintain a “B” average in AFJROTC and
have no failing grade in any other subject.

2-4. Personal Standards. Cadets must work hard to continually meet the grooming
and conduct standards. It is the responsibility of upper-class cadets to inform cadets
when those standards have not been met. A cadet who has been informed of a
violation of the standard should take corrective action.

2-5. Personal Hygiene. Cadets are expected to observe high standards of personal
health, cleanliness and sanitary practice.

2-6. Group Probation. When a cadet fails to measure up in the area of self-discipline,
uniforms, or meeting commitments, the cadet can be placed on restriction from certain
AFJROTC activities. This is known as Group Probation. While on Group Probation, a
cadet may not participate in AFJROTC field trips, school cadet activities and functions,
or be considered for promotion.

2-7. Academic Probation. When a cadet in a staff position has a failing grade, the
cadet can be placed on restriction from certain AFJROTC activities per the SASI’s
discretion. While on Academic Probation, a cadet may not participate in any after school
co-curricular activities.

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2-8. Positive Attitude. Your attitude is a state of mind that affects your thoughts and
actions and affects others. Immaturity and irresponsible behavior is not acceptable in
AFJROTC or in life. Self-discipline and self-control are mandatory. Having the proper
attitude is probably the single most important ingredient of a successful cadet.

2-9. Cadet Merit/Demerit System. The merit/demerit system is established to enhance
good order and discipline within the cadet corps, foster leadership and accountability,
and provide a system of rewards for good behavior / consequences and for poor /
inappropriate behavior.

a. Merits. Cadets in leadership/staff positions are highly encouraged to
recognize other cadet’s outstanding behavior. Merits are written when a
cadet goes above normal expectations such as doing an exemplary job in a
school or community detail, or giving exceptional assistance to a teacher,
classmate or fellow cadet. All cadet Senior NCOs and officers may write
merits. Flight commanders/ deputy flight commanders are highly encouraged
to look for and reward exemplary performance in their respective flights.
Rewards for accumulated merits are at the discretion of the SASI and may
include extra grades, field trips, higher rank, and cadet of the month
designation.

b. Demerits. Cadets in leadership and staff positions are charged with
identifying and correcting unsatisfactory behavior in the cadet corps. One of
the many tools available to correct unsatisfactory behavior is the demerit
system. In the classroom, Flight commander and Flight Sergeant will write the
demerits. All cadet Senior NCOs and officers may write demerits outside of
the classroom.

c. Merit/Demerit Processing Procedures. Merits and demerits are only
effective if they are processed in a timely manner. Cadets will be immediately
notified that they have received a merit / demerit. The person writing the merit
/ demerit will send the completed form to the Chief of Information
Management (IM). The Chief of IM is responsible for tracking merits /
demerits and will notify cadets if they meet or exceed the demerit limit.

d. Demerits Limits. Receiving demerits should serve as a warning to a cadet
that he/she needs to rectify their conduct and adhere to AFJROTC standards.
If a cadet exceeds demerit limits, he/she will meet a cadet evaluation board.
FL-12 demerit limits per school semester are as follows:

AS-1 Cadets 50
AS-2 Cadets 40
AS-3 Cadets 30
AS-4 Cadets 25

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Figure 2-1. Actions Warranting Demerits

Below is a short list of some substandard behaviors that warrant demerits,
however cadet officers and Flight Commanders reserve the right to write demerits
for any misconduct they see fit:

Abuse of Authority 10
Defacing classroom furniture or equipment 10
Disrespect to an instructor or cadet officer 10
Disrespect to the colors 10
Failure to follow FL-12 instructions and/or procedures 10
Failure to appear for JROTC event/duty (assigned or voluntary) 10
Missing Flag Detail (reveille or retreat) 10
Improper cadet conduct 10
Public display of affection in uniform 10
Out of uniform (includes mixing civilian clothes with uniform) 10
Disturbing bulletin boards 5
Disturbing the air conditioner 5
Eating or drinking in class (includes gum and straws) 5
Failure to salute when required 5
Failure to use office entry procedures 5
Leaving classroom without permission 5
Making excessive noise in class 5
No uniform at Flag Detail 5
Sleeping in class 5
Unprepared for class 5
Foul language in uniform or in the JROTC area 5
Violation of school rules (unless referred to dean's office) 5
No cover on while outside 5

2-10. Cadet Evaluation Board (CEB). The purpose of the CEB is to determine how
best to correct cadet disciplinary problems. The most common event is when a cadet
exceeds the allowable demerits for the grading period. A CEB can also be used to
determine how best to reward a cadet for exemplary actions and behavior. The board
usually consists of the Group Commander, Deputy Group Commander and Inspector
General. The Chief of Information Management (IM) serves as the recorder.

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2-11. FL-12 Core Values

Integrity First
Service Before Self
Excellence in All We Do
Courage to Live Up to Our Values

2-12. FL-12 Honor Code

“I will not lie, cheat or steal: nor tolerate others who do.”

Those simple words provide the basis for a personal code of ethics that will last the
remainder of your life. This honor code is specific and clear in what it demands. A
cadet is expected to have complete integrity in both word and deed; he/she avoids
quibbling or evasive statements; he/she does his/her own work in class; and yet he/she
is willing to assist others in a sense of cooperation and in reaching common goals. The
code belongs to the cadet. Maintaining its high standard of trustworthiness is the
responsibility of each young man and woman in the Cadet Corps. This requires self-
control and conscious effort at all times. Eventually, it becomes an ingrained habit and
part of the cadet’s total lifestyle. The honor code, by stressing that there can be no
toleration of lying, cheating, or stealing, emphasizes that HONOR is a common
standard of the cadet corps.

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Chapter 3

MILITARY CUSTOMS

3-1. Flight Classroom Procedures.

a. When you arrive at class, go directly to your seat and stand at parade rest behind
the chair. As soon as the tardy bell rings, the Flight commander will call the flight to
attention.

b. The Flight Commander will instruct the flight guidon bearer to post the guidon,
then lead the flight in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Cadet Honor Code. The
element leaders will then be ordered to report the absentees from their respective
elements. The Flight Commander will report to the Instructor that the Flight is ready
for instruction. The Instructor will instruct the Flight Commander to seat the flight.
During this process, there is no talking.

c. Tardy cadets will stand at the doorway at parade rest until directed to enter by
the Instructor or Flight Commander. Exception: during the Pledge of Allegiance and
the Cadet Honor Code, all cadets will come to attention, face the flag and recite the
Pledge and the Code. After being directed to enter, the tardy cadet(s) will give
his/her excuse slip to the Instructor and proceed to his/her seat. If no excuse, tardy
cadets will proceed to the side/back of the room and stand at Parade Rest until told
to be seated by the Instructor or Flight Commander.

d. At the end of class, the flight commander will call the flight to attention. The area
will be cleaned up, tables straightened and chairs pushed in under the tables. Flights
will then retire their Guidons at Flight Commander’s command. Flight Commander
will salute and report to the Instructor that the Flight is ready for dismissal. The
Instructor will give the word to dismiss the flight. The Flight Commander will then
dismiss the flight and all cadets will sound off in a loud and thunderous voice “HOO-
YAH!!”

e. Should neither instructor be in the classroom for dismissal, the Flight
Commander may report to any cadet holding the rank of c/Capt or higher and
dismiss the flight at their discretion.

f. If the flight leaves the JROTC room for outside activities or is given a break, the
Flight commander will bring the flight to attention before and after the break.

3-2. Cadet Officer of the Day:

a. The Cadet Officer of the Day (OD) is a cadet officer who is given the task of
evaluating the flag detail’s performance and reporting violations of AFJROTC

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rules among the cadet corps. The OD is assigned duty by IM for the following
week. The OD will wear the uniform that entire week except for PT day.

b. The OD begins the tour of duty by observing the flag detail and noting any
discrepancies in the OD logbook. At the end of the day, the OD will observe the
retreat ceremony, again noting any discrepancies. The OD will assist the flag
detail, if required.

3-3. Flag Detail. The principal has tasked the FL-12 cadet corps with raising and
lowering the flag each school day. This is one of the most important things we do as a
cadet corps! Raising the flag in the morning is called reveille, and lowering it in the
afternoon is called retreat. IM selects four cadets to perform the flag detail for each
week, and they must wear their uniforms for the entire day for the week except PT
day. The flag detail roster will be posted by Thursday before the week the detail has
duty. Teachers will be notified each week of flag detail members so duties can be
performed at the proper times. The highest-ranking cadet will command the flag detail
and the OD will observe their performance. The reveille and retreat ceremonies are to
be performed with the highest degree of professionalism and military bearing. All
movements will be made smartly and the flags will be treated with great care and
respect. Your actions are highly visible to the public!

Figure 3-1. Position of Flag Detail for Reveille and Retreat

To begin, cadet flag detail forms up to the side of the flag pole as shown.
(1) Cadet in Charge (highest-ranking cadet), holds American flag
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flagpole, the command Detail, HALT is given, followed by POST. Cadets then
take their positions around flagpole. POST is given again and cadets step up
onto the base of the pole. The cadet in position 3 unlocks the halyards and, with
the assistance of the cadet in charge, clips the American flag to the top snaps
and the state flag to the lower snaps. The cadet in charge then commands
Present, ARMS and raises the flag briskly to the top of the pole. If the flag is to
be flown at half-staff, it will then be lowered slowly after reaching the top. Once
the halyards have been fastened, the cadet in charge commands Order, ARMS
and then POST. The cadets drop salutes and step down from the base. POST
is given again and the cadets move smartly back into formation, but facing away
from the flagpole. The cadet in charge orders Forward, MARCH until the detail
reaches the JROTC classroom area, and then commands Detail, HALT. At the
command Detail, FALL OUT all cadets take a step backwards, perform an about
face, and return to class.

b. Retreat. Retreat begins at approximately ten (10) minutes prior to the end of
each day. The flag detail will form up and use the same procedures to get to the
flagpole as in reveille. The cadet in charge will order Present, ARMS and then
begin to lower the flag slowly. Once the flags are within reach, he will give the
command Order, ARMS and the flags will be grasped. After the command
POST is given, the cadets will pair off and fold the flags in the proper military
manner. Once the flags are folded, the detail will reform at the base of the
flagpole and continue with the ceremony as if it were reveille. The cadet in
charge will return the flags.

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Chapter 4

UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT, AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

4-1. Cadet Uniforms. The AFJROTC cadet uniform is, with certain exceptions, the
same one that is worn by active duty Air Force members. Proper wear and maintenance
of the uniform by cadets is closely scrutinized. Wear it proudly and correctly! Cadets
must keep the uniform clean, neat and in good condition at all times, with badges,
ribbons, insignia, and other metallic devices properly maintained. The AFJROTC
instructors will designate one day a week as a required uniform wear day. Only the
SASI or ASI may grant exceptions to this policy. All cadets will wear the uniform the
entire school day, from when the first bell rings until the final bell rings dismissing
students. Students involved in Gym, Culinary Arts, or Art class may request a one
period exemption to the uniform wear policy from the SASI or wear the uniform as
required.

4-2. Receipt for Uniform(s), Books and Other Equipment. When a cadet is issued a
uniform, they will sign a Uniform Receipt Form. Cadets will also sign for books and
course materials that are issued to them on a textbook issue form or other receipt form
showing quantity and control number. Each item then becomes the temporary property
of the cadet, who is responsible for its care. If an item is lost or willfully or negligently
destroyed beyond normal wear and tear, the cadet must pay for it at current
replacement cost. The ASI will publish a price listing for all accountable items. The ASI
must authorize any item substitution.

4-3. Uniform Issue and Maintenance. Cadets will be issued one complete, clean
uniform with all accessories, insignia, and one blue and one silver Air Force nametag.
The nametags are a one-time issue item that must last the entire time a student is in
AFJROTC. If lost the student must pay for a replacement. Cadets are required to keep
uniforms clean. Payment must be made to AFJROTC for any uniform item lost or
damaged, according to replacement prices charged by the Air Force Clothing Sales
Store. This includes coats, shirts, or blouses with stains, including “ring-around-the-
collar” which cannot be removed.

4-4. Turn-in of Uniform and Other Issued Items. Cadets will return all items issued
(except for name tags, t-shirts, shoes, socks, belt, belt buckle, and the PT (exercise)
uniforms) or pay for them at the end of the term, school year, before transferring to
another school or upon disenrollment or dropping out from the class. Service dress
coat, skirts, pants, ties, tabs, flight caps, and lightweight jackets are DRY CLEAN
ONLY. Books must be returned in the same condition that they were issued, minus
normal wear and tear. GRADES AND CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION OR
TRAINING WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL ALL AFJROTC UNIFORMS, COURSE
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MISCELLANEOUS DEBTS ARE PAID IN FULL. MATERIALS ARE U.S.
GOVERNMENT PROPERTY.

4-5. Recommendations for taking care of Uniforms/Other Issued Items: To prevent
paying for lost/damaged uniforms, books, and equipment, we encourage cadets to:

a. Follow all care and cleaning instructions for uniforms and do not alter any uniform
item without permission from the SASI/ASI.

b. Secure all uniform items at all times. Do not leave uniform items unattended.
c. Do not lend items to other cadets or anyone else.
d. Do not allow others to turn in accountable items for them.
e. When indoors, neatly tuck the flight cap under the belt on the left side with the

insignia facing forward.
f. Using a piece of masking tape, place their name inside their hat, service dress

coat and lightweight jacket.
g. Turn in any lost-and-found uniform items to an AFJROTC instructor.
h. Return all uniform items that become worn, don’t fit, or otherwise unserviceable.

If unserviceable due to normal wear and tear, items will be replaced at no cost. If
a uniform item does not fit properly, return it promptly for a replacement.

4-6. Uniform Wear Standards. Cadets will wear the uniform as prescribed in Air Force
Instruction 36-2903. Refer to appropriate figure for proper uniform wear and
combination standards. If authorized and prescribed by the SASI, a utility uniform may
be worn while participating in designated cadet activities. When participating in
orientation flights or field trips, the SASI will prescribe the uniform to be worn.

4-7. Weekly Uniform Wear Day Criteria. Cadets will wear the service dress uniform
when prescribed in advance by the SASI/ASI on uniform day. Cadets will be inspected
on uniform wear and personal appearance by their flight commander. Each cadet will
ensure that the uniform is ready for inspection on the designated uniform day or for
other mandatory uniform formations. PLANNING AHEAD is the key. Assemble the
uniform, iron shirts, and polish shoes the night before. The SASI will prescribe in a
special order which cadets may wear specialized uniform items such as cords, berets,
and ascots. The SASI will also prescribe when those items may be worn, and how they
will be worn and maintained. Failure to wear the uniform three times will make the
cadet ineligible for all extra-curricular activities and may result in disenrollment from the
program.

4-8. Excused Uniform Wear. If a cadet has an excused absence for the week (Monday
through Friday), the cadet is excused from uniform wear for that week. Uniform wear at
extracurricular activities may count as a substitute for weekly uniform wear
requirements at the discretion of the SASI/ASI.

4-9. Uniform Wear Make-Up Policies. “The uniform is in the cleaners, it’s too small,
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acceptable excuses for not wearing the uniform. Cadets not wearing the uniform when
prescribed will receive a grade of zero unless otherwise approved by the SASI/ASI, or
the uniform wear is made-up with a deduction in uniform grade. If a cadet has an
excused absence on uniform day, there is no penalty if the cadet makes up the missed
uniform wear on the first day back in school. Failure to make up the missed uniform day
on the next day back in school will result in a zero unless approved by the SASI/ASI, or
the uniform wear is made-up using the deductions listed above. Cadets will wear the
uniform for the entire school day to receive uniform credit. Failure to wear the uniform
as directed seriously jeopardizes the course grade. Changing out of the uniform before
the end of the school day will result in a reduced grade for that uniform inspection
grade.

4-10. Uniform and Civilian Clothing. Cadets will not mix uniform and civilian clothing
without the expressed permission of the SASI. If due to medical conditions a cadet is
unable to wear the uniform or any uniform item, they must present medical
documentation to receive a SASI waiver.

4-11. Name Tags. Cadets will wear the standard Air Force blue nametag on the light
blue shirts. Males wear it over the right breast pocket, centered and grounded on the
top seam of the pocket. Females place it on the right side of the blouse, even with to 1
½ inches above or below the first exposed button and even with the bottom row of
ribbons and parallel to the ground. The AF silver name tag is only worn on the service
coat on the right-hand side for men and women. This nametag will only be given out
once so it must be maintained properly. Name tags are to be worn at all times while in
uniform. The blue nametags must be worn on the shirt even when wearing the service
coat.

4-12. Prohibited Activities While Wearing the Uniform. Cadets will not hitch hike,
perform manual labor, engage in sports activities, or do anything that would degrade the
uniform. Furthermore, questionable behavior in school or in public while wearing the
uniform creates an unfavorable impression of the AFJROTC program, Pensacola High
School, and the Air Force. Conversely, proper conduct and pride reflects favorably upon
the cadet wearing the uniform and enhances the Corps’ image throughout the
community. Thus, wear the uniform PROUDLY and constantly strive to present a neat,
clean, and well-groomed appearance at all times.

4-13. Male Uniforms

a. Blue Service Coat. With arms hanging naturally, sleeves should end 1 inch from
the heel of the thumb. Bottom of the coat should be fingertip length when hands
are slightly cupped. All buttons must be buttoned. Flat items may be carried in
the inside pockets. The coat may be removed in a classroom when it becomes
uncomfortably warm or when a lab coat must be worn. It will NOT be unbuttoned
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back. The coat must be put back on and BUTTONED before leaving the
classroom. The coat will have an AFJROTC patch on the left sleeve.

b. Belt. Dark blue with silver tip and matching buckle, 1 ½’ inches wide and worn by
threading through the belt loop to the wearer’s left. The silver tip extends beyond
the buckle to the wearer’s left with no blue fabric showing. The male cadet “gig”
line is the straight line formed by the front edge of the shirt, the belt buckle, and
the trousers fly. Check frequently to ensure the “gig” line is straight.

c. Blue Service Cap. Male Service cap is an optional item and may be purchased
at the Cadet’s own expense. Only cadet senior staff members are authorized to
wear this cap. It can be worn with the Service Dress or Standard uniforms with
the proper insignia.

d. Blue Garrison Cap (“Flight Cap”). Worn slightly to the right with the vertical
crease at center of the forehead in a straight line with the nose and
approximately a two-finger spacing between the bridge of the nose and the bill of
the cap. The crown will not be crushed. The flight cap will not have officer silver
braid.

e. Lightweight Blue Jacket (“Windbreaker”). This jacket may be worn as an
optional garment, when specified by the SASI/ASI. When worn, it must be zipped
at least halfway up. All cadets will wear grade insignia on the right and left collar.

f. Short Sleeve Blue Shirt. With arm at a 90-degree angle, the bottom of the
sleeve should barely touch or come within one inch of the forearm. This shirt may
be worn with a tie or with open collar. If worn with an open collar, a plain white
“V” neck tee shirt must be worn so that the top of the tee shirt is not exposed. All
buttons must be button when wearing a tie. When not wearing a tie, all buttons
except the top button are buttoned. The shirttail is always pulled down into the
trousers tightly and tucked in at the sides. The only creases on the shirt are down
the sleeves. Nothing will be carried in the shirt pockets.

g. Socks. Socks must be black and must be calf length.

h. Blue Tie. Either a Windsor or four-in-hand knot secures the tie. The tip of the tie
will extend no more than 1 ½” inches above or below the belt line. It is worn
outside the shirt and is not tucked in. AF approved tie tacks or tie bars can be
purchased at the Cadet’s own expense. Tie tacks or bars are worn centered on
the tie.

i. Dark Blue Trousers. Trim fitted with no bunching at the waist or bagging at the
seat. The bottom of the trousers will rest on the front of the shoes with a slight
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inch longer than the front. The rear pocket of trousers will always be buttoned,
and articles should not be bulky or visible. The zipper tab will be pressed down to
permit the fly to be neatly closed.

j. Black Male Oxfords Shoes. Shoes will be highly shined and laced to the top.
Only the soles and heel edges may be coated with sole and heel dressing.

k. Undergarments. Conservative, commercial style undergarments MUST be
worn with the uniform. A plain white V-neck or athletic style tee shirt is required
with any uniform configuration.

l. The Semi-Formal Uniform. The semi-formal uniform is only worn for formal
occasions such as the Military Ball. The semi-formal uniform consists of the
service dress uniform (coat, pants and tie (or blue satin bow tie) worn with a plain
white collared shirt.

4-14. Male Personal Appearance

a. Hair. Hair must be clean, neat, and trimmed. It should present a groomed,
tapered appearance. The thickness and length of the hair will not interfere with
the proper wear of issued headgear. The hair must not touch the ears or collar or
protrude below the front band of the headgear. Hair will not be worn in an
extreme or fad style to include braids. Sideburns will be neatly trimmed in the
same manner as the hair. Sideburns must be straight and even in width and will
not extend beyond the bottom of the ear opening and end with a clean-shaven
horizontal line.

b. Jewelry. Male cadets may not wear earrings while in uniform.

4-15. Female Uniform

a. Blue Service Coat. Coat should follow the contours of the figure but allow ease
of movement without pulling in the back of the waist. The sleeves should come to
the base (heel) of the hand. The coat and slacks or skirt must match the color
shade and material. Items will not be carried in the jacket pockets. The coat may
be removed when it becomes uncomfortably warm. It will not be worn unbuttoned
in school public areas such as hallways, common areas, or the cafeteria. When
removed it will be hung up or carefully draped over the back of a chair. The coat
will be put on and buttoned before leaving the classroom.

b. Belt. Dark blue with silver tip, 1 inch wide and worn by threading through the belt
loop to the wearer’s right. The silver tip extends beyond the buckle to the
wearer’s right with no blue fabric showing. The female cadet “gig” line is the

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straight line formed by the front edge of the shirt, the belt buckle and the trousers
fly. Check frequently to ensure the “gig” line is straight.

c. Blue Service Cap. Female Service cap is an optional item and may be
purchased at the Cadet’s own expense. Only cadet senior staff members are
authorized wear of this cap. It may be worn with the Service Dress or Standard
uniforms with the proper insignia.

d. Blue Garrison Cap. The cap is worn with the crease straight with the nose, with
insignia over the left eye, and approximately a two-finger spacing between the
bridge of the nose and the bottom of the cap- The Flight cap will not have officer
silver braid.

e. Hose. Commercial sheer, nylon hose in black, off black, dark blue, dark brown,
or neutral which complements the uniform and/or the cadet’s skin color may be
worn. Patterned or white hosiery is not permitted. Hosiery is mandatory when
wearing the skirt.

f. Socks. Black socks without design may be worn with slacks and oxfords. Socks
must be worn if not wearing hose.

g. Lightweight Blue Jacket (Windbreaker). It may be worn as an optional
garment when specified by the SAS /ASI. When worn, it must be zipped at least
halfway up. Cadets will wear grade insignia on the right and left collar.

h. Short Sleeve Blue Blouse. The blouse may be worn with a tab or open collar.
The tab is always worn with Service Dress Coat. The blouse is always worn
tucked in. If worn with an open collar, and if a tee shirt is worn, a white V neck or
athletic style tee shirt may be used so that the top of the tee shirt is not exposed.

i. Blue Slacks. Slacks will fit naturally over the hips with no bunching at the waist
or fullness in the seat. The bottom of the slacks will rest on the front of the shoes
with a slight break in the crease. The back of the slacks wil1 extend
approximately 7/8 inch longer than the front. Slacks are tailored straight handing
and any alterations to modify the leg shape must be approved by the ASI.
Articles carried in the pockets will not be visible or present a bulky appearance.

j. Blue Skirt. Skirts will hang naturally over the hips with a slight flare. The length
will be not shorter than the top of the kneecap nor longer than the bottom of the
kneecap. The skirt may be worn with or without belt loops. A belt must be worn if
the skirt has belt loops. Hosiery is required when wearing the skirt.

k. Undergarments. Conservative, commercial style undergarments will be worn
with the uniform.

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l. Shoes. Black oxford shoes will be issued and will be worn with uniform. Shoes
will be highly shined and laced to the top. Optional scotch grained black leather
or high gloss finish pumps are authorized and must be worn only with the skirt.
Heel height must not exceed 2 ½” inches. Shoes will have plain closed toe and
heel and will not have any ornamentation such as bows, buckles, or straps.

m. Purse. Females may carry a small, black purse. The standard Air Force purse
may be purchased at the cadet’s expense.

n. The Semi-Formal Uniform. The semi-formal uniform is only worn for formal
occasions such as the Military Ball. The semi-formal uniform consists of the
service dress uniform (coat, pants and tie tab) worn with a plain white blouse with
a small pointed collar.

4-16. Female Personal Appearance

a. Jewelry. One watch and one bracelet (not wider than one half inch) may be
worn; they must not detract from the military image or be a safety hazard. Gold,
silver or pearl ball or diamond stud type earring may be worn. Earrings must be
spherical and of plain design. Exposed jewelry such as ankle bracelets may not
be worn. Cadets may wear no more than three rings at any one time. Female
cadets will not place pencils, pens or handkerchiefs or other items in uniform shirt
pockets.

b. Hair. Must be styled to not exceed 3 inches in bulk and permit wear of any
military headgear. Exaggerated styles with excessive fullness or extreme heights
are prohibited. Hair will not be worn past the collar of the shirt or coat. Hair
ornaments such as ribbons or scrunchies will not be worn. Pins, combs, hair
bands, or barrettes VERY SIMILAR in color to the individuals own hair may be
worn to keep hair in place. Ornamentation is prohibited.

c. Cosmetics. Cosmetics must be conservative and in good taste.

d. Fingernails. Fingernails must be clean and neat. Nail polish, if worn, must be
conservative in color and not contain any ornamentation

4-17. General Uniform and Personal Appearance Comments

a. Buttons. Replace buttons promptly. Buttons on the service dress are oxidized
silver, DO NOT polish them.

b. Uniform Loose Strings. Trim loose strings (“cables”) and frayed seams on the
uniform. Do not try to pull or tear them off.

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c. Jewelry. Necklaces, pendants, and other visible ornaments are prohibited. One
watch / smartwatch and one bracelet (not wider than ½ inch) may be worn; they
must not detract from the military image or be a safety hazard. No more than
three rings may be worn at any one time.

d. Items. Male cadets will not wear or place pencils, pens, or handkerchiefs in
uniform shirt pockets.

e. Ribbons. All authorized ribbons must be worn on the service dress coat at all
times and the standard uniform during inspection. Ribbons on short sleeve shirt
are optional during other activities. Ensure they do not become soiled, frayed or
worn; replacement ribbons and devices must be purchased by the cadet. Cadets
may wear ribbons earned while enrolled in other JROTC programs. Five Civil Air
Patrol ribbons can also be worn. Normal order of wear is AFJROTC, CAP, and
then other service ribbons grouped by service and by year achieved.

f. Vocational/Physical Education Dress-Out Policy. Vocational/Physical
Education teachers will determine whether cadets in uniform are excused from
dressing-out for class on AFJROTC uniform day. When necessary cadets will
change into proper clothing at the beginning of their class and change back into
their uniform at the end of the class. Cadets are responsible to notify the
SASI/ASI of classes that require changing out of uniform for a period.

g. Smoking and Portable Music Players. SMOKING or use of any tobacco
product and wearing headphones as well as the use of portable tape recorders,
stereos, and CD players are prohibited while in uniform. Wear of headphones
while traveling (on a bus) during field trips will be permitted.

h. Sweater Wear. Cadets may wear only the Air Force long sleeve wool V-neck
pullover sweater or cardigan sweater as an optional item at their own expense.

i. Umbrellas. Optional, commercial, plain solid dark blue or black without
ornaments is authorized when weather conditions dictate.

4-18. ADDITIONAL UNIFORMS

a. PT Uniform. The Physical Training uniform consists of a gray short sleeve
AFJROTC tee-shirt, and dark blue gym shorts and/or gray sweatshirt and pants,
and conservative athletic/running shoes. This is a uniform and should be worn
as such.

b. Air Battle Uniform (ABU). With permission of the principal and the SASI,
students may be allowed to wear the ABU. The ABU is not a substitute for the

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blue uniform on designated uniform days. The ABU consists of an ABU shirt,
ABU pants, plain tan tee shirt, plain ABU cap, and ABU boots.

c. Informal Uniform. The Informal uniform will consist of a short or long-sleeve,
dark blue polo-style shirt. Undershirts will be worn and must be a white V-neck.
Nametags will be brushed silver with rank and last name. Trousers will be
pleated without cuffs and khaki in color (shorts are not authorized). Belt will be
black with silver clasp. Socks will be black in color. Shoes will be plain black
business casual low quarters or plain black athletic style. The shirt must be
tucked in at all times.

d. Field Trip Uniform. The field trip uniform consists of the maroon FL-12 T-Shirt
with either khaki pants or shorts. Black or white socks with athletic shoes will be
worn. The shirt must be tucked in at all times.

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THE UNIFORM MUST BE WORN PROPERLY AT ALL TIMES. IT MUST BE CLEAN
AND WELL PRESSED. THE CADET MUST PRESENT AN OVERALL APPEARANCE
OF NEATNESS AND PRIDE. REMEMBER: WHEN IN UNIFORM, YOU BECOME A
REPRESENTATIVE OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE - A PROUD SERVICE
WITH AN OUTSTANDING REPUTATION AND A HISTORY OF SACRIFICES.
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Figure 4-1.

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Figure 4-2.

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Figure 4-3.

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Figure 4-4.

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Figure 4-5.

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Figure 4-6.

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Figure 4-7. Airman Battle Uniform (ABU)

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Figure 4-8. Female Hair Regulations

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Figure 4-9. Male Hair Regulations

Figure 4-10. Necktie

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Chapter 5

PROMOTION AND ADVANCEMENT

5-1. Requirements for Promotion. One of the most common questions a new cadet
asks is “How do I get promoted?” At FL-12 there is a special way of looking at cadets
and determining their eligibility for promotion: C.A.G.L. This stands for Conduct,
Attitude, Grades, and Leadership. These four factors are very important.

5-2. Cadet Rank. Cadet rank is earned and never given. Those that work the hardest
in JROTC will be those that achieve rank quickly. Rank in AFJROTC is earned on the
basis of the following criteria:

a. Time in JROTC
b. Overall grade in JROTC (includes academic, uniform and PT grades)
c. Results of rank test
d. Drill knowledge and performance
e. Participation in FL-12 Activities
f. Participation in Summer Leadership School (required for c/ 2Lt and above)
g. Staying out of School Suspension (ISS/OSS)
h. Cadet Job Performance
i. Flight Commander / Corps Commander Recommendation
j. C.A.G.L.

5-3. FL-12 Promotion Test Study Guide. Below is a study guide for the tests you must
take for each cadet rank from cadet/Airman through cadet/Major. There is no promotion
test for c/LtCol and c/Col as these ranks are made by special selection by the FL-12
SASI and ASI.

FL-12 AFJROTC Promotion Test Guidelines
(a/o 7 August 2017)

a. Test for c/Airman (c/Amn, E-2) -- KNOW:
1. What the initials A.F.J.R.O.T.C. are an acronym for.
2. Our four PHS AFJROTC core values.
3. The Cadet Honor Code.
4. How to report in.

b. Test for c/Airman First Class (c/A1C, E-3) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for c/Amn test plus…
2. The mission of AFJROTC.
3. Describe what the cadet Element Leaders do in each flight.
4. The procedures for the Daily Flag Detail.
5. Know all AFJROTC cadet ranks and insignia by sight and by name.

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c. Test for c/Senior Airman (c/SrA, E-4) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for c/A1C test plus…
2. The unit designation of Pensacola High School’s AFJROTC Corps of Cadets.
3. The correct rank and last name of your AFJROTC Instructors.
4. The correct rank and last name of your Cadet Corps Commander, Deputy
Commander, Inspector General and Flight Commander.
5. The duties of the flight Guidon Bearer.

d. Test for c/Staff Sergeant (c/SSgt, E-5) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for c/SrA test plus…
2. All the primary cadet group staff positions.
3. All flight leadership and staff positions.
4. The primary functions of the cadet flight commander.
5. What C.A.G.L. means.
6. Know all USAF enlisted ranks by sight and by name.

e. Test for c/Technical Sergeant (c/TSgt, E-6) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for c/SSgt test plus…
2. What year PHS AFJROTC unit FL-12 was founded.
3. The criteria used by FL-12 for determining cadet promotions.
4. The name of PHS’ Kitty Hawk Air Society chapter.
5. FL-12’s Chain of Command from top to bottom by job title.
6. Know all USAF officer ranks by sight and by name.

f. Test for c/Master Sergeant (c/MSgt, E-7) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for c/TSgt test plus…
2. Be able to name the FL-12 Chain of Command by both position and name.
3. Be able to name the FL-12 Cadet Chain of Command by both position and name.

g. Test for c/Senior Master Sergeant (c/SMSgt, E-8) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for MSgt test plus…
2. Describe your experience in AFJROTC including your past staff positions if any.
3. In your own words, describe characteristics of a good leader and how you possess
those characteristics.

h. Test for c/Chief Master Sergeant (c/CMSgt, E-9) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for SMSgt test plus…
2. Describe what the following FL-12 Staff positions do:
Corps Commander, Inspector General, Chief of Operations, Chief of Public Affairs,
Chief of Personnel, Chief of Information Management, Chief of Logistics, Color Guard
Commander, Drill Team Commander, Chief of Kitty Hawk Air Society, Chief of PT
Program, MRAC Chief.

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i. Test for c/Second Lieutenant (c/2Lt, O-1) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for cadet enlisted rank tests, especially cadet ranks.
2. Be able to articulate why you want to be a cadet officer at FL-12.
3. Attend Summer Leadership School (SLS) or equivalent leadership development
class.

j. Test for c/First Lieutenant (c/1Lt, O-2) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for cadet enlisted rank tests, especially Air Force ranks.
2. Be able to describe why you want to serve as a Cadet First Lieutenant at FL-12.
3. Be ready to discuss ways to improve our JROTC Cadet Corps.

k. Test for c/Captain (c/Capt, O-3) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for cadet enlisted rank tests, c/2Lt and 1Lt.
2. Be able to describe what each part of the Pledge of Allegiance means.
3. Be able to describe why you want to be a c/Captain at FL-12, and what you think you
can accomplish for the Cadet Corps.
4. Be ready to discuss two significant things we need to improve upon in our Cadet
Corps and some recommendations on how to improve them.

l. Test for c/Major (c/Maj, O-4) -- KNOW:
1. All knowledge required for cadet enlisted rank tests plus...
2. Be able to name the following National, State and Local leaders: President of the
United States, Vice President of the United States, Speaker of the House of
Representatives, Senate Majority Leader, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Governor
of Florida, Mayor of Pensacola, Principal of Pensacola High School.
3. Be able to name our two US Senators from Florida and our US Congressman that
represents us in the House of Representatives in Washington DC.
4. Be able to describe why you want to be a cadet Major at FL-12, and what you will
accomplish for our Cadet Corps.
5. Be ready to identify two significant things we need to improve upon in our Cadet
Corps and then give recommendations on how to accomplish these tasks.

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Figure 5-1

FL-12 Promotion Criteria (a/o 7 Augest 2017)

Criteria AB AMN A1C SrA SSgt
AS I-IV
AS Level AS I AS I-II AS I-III AS I-IV 6 weeks
A, B or C
Time in Grade N/A 6 weeks 6 weeks 6 weeks 85%
Command 30-
JROTC Grade N/A A, B or C A, B or C A, B or C count drill
sequence
Test Grade N/A 80% 80% 80%
N/A
Drill Proficiency N/A Fall In/Dress Right All AMN drill Perform 30- 4 activities/School
Dress/Ready Front/ plus: Forward count drill Year
No
Parade Rest/ March, Halt, sequence None in 9 wks
Flt/CC
Attention/ Right March instep, 2Lt
AS III-IV
Face/ Left Face/ Left/Right Flank, 6 Weeks
A or B
About Face (twice) Column Right/ 90%
Perform then
Present Arms/ Left, Mark Time, command the 30-
count drill
Order Arms/Fall Out change step sequence
6 activities/ School
Flight/Staff Jobs N/A N/A N/A N/A Year
Yes
1 Wk Flag 2 activities/ None in 36 wks
Corps/CC
Activities N/A N/A Detail School Year Col
AS III-IV
SLS Part. Req'd No No No No N/A
A
ISS/OSS/Conduct None in 9 wks None in 9 wks None in 9 wks None in 9 wks N/A
Perform then
Recommendation Flt/CC Flt/CC Flt/CC Flt/CC command the 30-
count drill
Criteria TSgt MSgt SMSgt CMSgt sequence
Highly Active in
AS Level AS II-IV AS II-IV AS II-IV AS II-IV Cadet Corps
Yes
Time in Grade 6 weeks 6 weeks 6 weeks 6 weeks None up to
previous SY
JROTC Grade A, B or C A or B A or B A or B
SASI/ASI
Test Grade 85% 90% 90% 90%

Drill Proficiency Command 30- Teach 30-count drill Perform then Perform then

count drill sequence to element command the command the

sequence of 2 or more cadets 30-count drill 30-count drill

sequence sequence

6 activities/ 6 activities/ School 6 activities/ 6 activities/

Activities School Year Year School Year School Year

SLS Part. Req'd No Yes Yes Yes

ISS/OSS/Conduct None in 9 wks None in 9 wks None in 18 wks None in 18 wks

Recommendation Flt/CC Flt/CC Flt/CC Flt/CC

Criteria 1Lt Capt Maj Lt Col

AS Level AS III-IV AS III-IV AS III-IV AS III-IV

Time in Grade 6 Weeks 6 Weeks 6 Weeks N/A

JROTC Grade A or B A or B A or B A

Test Grade 90% 95% 100% N/A

Drill Proficiency Perform and then Perform then Perform then Perform then

command the 30- command the 30- command the command the

count drill count drill sequence 30-count drill 30-count drill
sequence sequence sequence

6 activities/ 8 activities/ School 10 activities/ Highly Active in

Activities School Year Year School Year Cadet Corps

SLS Part. Req'd Yes Yes Yes Yes

None up to None up to previous None up to None up to

previous SY SY previous SY previous SY

ISS/OSS/Conduct

Recommendation Corps/CC Corps/CC Corps/CC SASI/ASI

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Figure 5-2. Air Force Junior ROTC 30-Count Drill Sequence

Commander will report in to signify ready to start

1. Fall in
2. Open ranks march
3. Ready front
4. Close ranks march
5. Present arms
6. Order arms
7. Parade rest
8. Attention
9. Left face
10. About face
11. Forward march
12. Right flank march
13. Left flank march
14. Column right march
15. Forward march
16. To the rear march
17. To the rear march
18. Column right march
19. Forward march
20. Eyes right
21. Ready front
22. Column right march
23. Forward march
24. Change step march
25. Column right march
26. Forward march
27. Flight halt
28. Left face
29. Right step march
30. Flight halt

Commander will report out to indicate the routine is complete

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5-4. Kitty Hawk Air Society. KHAS is the honor society within AFJROTC. FL-12’s
chapter is the Chappie James chapter, named for General Daniel “Chappie” James Jr.
Cadets who excel in the elements of “Conduct, Attitude, Grades and Leadership
(C.A.G.L.) while maintaining a cumulative 3.5 GPA in AFJROTC and an overall high
school cumulative grade of 3.0 are invited to join. Joining KHAS involves a pledge week
centered around flag detail and other patriotic activities. There is a formal induction
ceremony during which cadets receive a distinctive KHAS pin which they wear on their
uniform as long as they are KHAS members in good standing. Cadets must maintain
the GPA requirement and pay annual dues to remain an active member of KHAS.

Figure 5-3.

5-5. Awards and Ribbons. The Awards and Decorations Program fosters morale,
esprit de corps, and recognizes achievements of cadets as individuals and as part of a
team. Medals and ribbons may be worn simultaneously only on service dress coat for
formal, semiformal, and/or special occasions of a limited nature (as specified by the
SASI). Awards below are listed in order of precedence of wear on the JROTC uniform.

a. Special Awards. These awards are given to cadets in special occasions
involving acts of bravery (Gold and Silver Valor Awards) or acts of significant
humanitarian and/or community service (Cadet Humanitarian Award and
Community Service with Excellence Award.)

1. Gold Valor Award - Recognizes the most outstanding voluntary acts of self-
sacrifice and personal bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life above
and beyond the call of duty.

2. Silver Valor Award - Awarded to a cadet for a voluntary act of heroism which
does not meet the risk-of-life requirements of the Gold Valor Award.

3. Cadet Humanitarian Award - Recognizes cadets who provide aid in response
to a singular extraordinary event such as a natural disaster or other catastrophe

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that has placed or has the potential to place a hardship on their fellow citizens.
This award is not for day-to-day community service.

4. Community Service with Excellence Award - Recognizes those individual
cadets who provide significant leadership in planning, organizing, directing, and
executing major unit community service projects greatly benefitting the local
community. This is not an award given to participants but to key project leaders.

b. National Awards. These awards are earned by outstanding cadets who meet
requirements set by various national organizations which sponsor youth
leadership programs:

1. Air Force Association (AFA) Award. This AFA-sponsored award consists of a
medal and ribbon and is presented annually at each unit to the outstanding third-
year cadet that possesses/meets the following personal characteristics and
eligibility criteria:
• Positive attitude (toward AFJROTC and school).
• Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming).
• Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence.
• Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs).
• Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to
change).
• Possess the highest personal and ethical standards and strong convictions.
• Rank in the top 5% in their AS class.
• Rank in the top 10% of their academic class.
• Be recommended by the SASI for the Outstanding Cadet Ribbon.

2. Daedalian Award. The Order of Daedalians is a fraternity of commissioned
pilots from all military services who seek to perpetuate the spirit of patriotism, love
of country, and the high ideals of self-sacrifice which place service to the nation
above personal safety and position. This award is offered to encourage
development of these traits in cadets and to interest them in a military career. It is
presented to one outstanding third-year cadet at each unit that:
• Demonstrates understanding/appreciation of patriotism, love of country, &
service to nation.
• Indicates the potential and desire to pursue a military career.
• Ranks in the top 10% of their AS class.
• Ranks in the top 20% of their school class.

3. American Legion Scholastic Award. This award is presented annually to one
third-year or fourth-year cadet based on the cadet’s overall scholastic
achievements. Each cadet must:
• Rank in the top 10% of the high school class.
• Rank in the top 25% of their AS class.

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• Demonstrate leadership qualities.
• Actively participate in student activities

4. American Legion General Military Excellence Award. This award is
presented annually to one third or fourth-year cadet based on the cadet’s general
military excellence. Each cadet must:
• Rank in the top 25% of their AFJROTC class.
• Outstanding qualities in leadership, discipline, character and citizenship.

5. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Award. This award is
presented annually to one fourth-year cadet that meets the following criteria:
• Rank in the top 25% of their AS class.
• Rank in the top 25% of their high school class.
• Demonstrate qualities of dependability and good character.
• Demonstrate adherence to military discipline.
• Possess leadership ability and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the
importance of JROTC training.

6. American Veterans (AMVETS) Award. This award is presented annually to
one qualified cadet that possesses individual leadership characteristics such as:
• A positive attitude toward AFJROTC programs and service in the Air Force.
• Personal appearance (wearing of the uniform, posture, and grooming, but not
physical characteristics per se).
• Personal attributes (initiative, dependability, judgment, and self-confidence).
• Officer potential - (responsibility, adaptability, high personal standards.)
• Obtained a grade of “A” (or the numerical equivalent) in their AS class.
• Be in good scholastic standing in all classes at the time of selection and at the
time of presentation.

7. Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Award. This award is presented
annually for military and academic achievement to an outstanding fourth-year
cadet. The recipient must possess individual characteristics contributing to
leadership such as:
• Positive attitude toward the AS curriculum.
• Outstanding personal appearance (wear of the uniform, posture, and grooming).
• Attributes of initiative, judgment, and self-confidence.
• Courtesy (promptness, obedience, and respect).
• Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, productivity and adaptability to
change)
• Demonstrate the highest personal, ethical standards & strong positive
convictions.
• Rank in the top 10% of their AS class.

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8. Military Order of World Wars Award. This award is presented annually to an
outstanding cadet who has committed to continue in the AFJROTC program the
following school year and has outstanding accomplishments and service to the
unit.

9. Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Award. This award,
formerly known as The Retired Officers Association Award, is presented annually
to an outstanding third-year cadet who shows exceptional potential for military
leadership. Each cadet must:
• Be a member of the junior class.
• Be in good academic standing.
• Be of high moral character.
• Show a high order of loyalty to the unit, school, and country.
• Show exceptional potential for military leadership.

10. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award. This award presented annually to
an outstanding third or fourth-year cadet who is actively engaged in AFJROTC
and who possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership. Each
cadet must:
• Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC.
• Have outstanding military bearing and conduct.
• Possess strong positive personal attributes (such as courtesy, dependability,
punctuality, respect, and cooperation).
• Demonstrate patriotism (being a member of the color guard or drill team) and
actively promote Americanism.
• Demonstrate leadership potential.
• Attain a grade of “B” in AFJROTC with an overall average grade of “C” in all
subjects for the previous semester.
• Be active in student activities.
• Not have been previous recipients of this award.

11. National Sojourners Award. This award is presented annually recognizing
an outstanding first- or second-year cadet (second or third-year cadet in a 4-year
program) who contributed the most to encourage and demonstrate Americanism
within the corps of cadets and on campus. Each cadet must:
• Be in the top 25% of their academic class.
• Encourage and demonstrate ideals of Americanism.
• Demonstrate potential for outstanding leadership.
• Not have previously received the award.

12. Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Award. This award recognizes an
outstanding third-year cadet who is enrolled in the AFJROTC program. The
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excellence in AS studies and not have previously received the award. Each cadet
must:
• Be currently enrolled in the AFJROTC program.
• Be in the top 10% of their AFJROTC class.
• Be in the top 25% of their overall class.

13. Scottish Rite of Free Masonry, Southern Jurisdiction Award. This award
annually recognizes an outstanding second-year cadet in a 3-year program or
third-year cadet in a 4-year program. Each cadet must:
• Contribute the most to encourage Americanism by participation in extracurricular
activities or community projects.
• Demonstrate academic excellence by being in the top 25% of class.
• Demonstrate the qualities of dependability, good character, self-discipline, good
citizenship and patriotism.
• Not have been a previous recipient of this award.

14. Military Order of the Purple Heart Award. This award annually recognizes
an outstanding second- or third-year cadet (third- or fourth-year cadet in a 4-year
program) who is enrolled in the AFJROTC program and demonstrates leadership
ability. Each cadet must:
• Have a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and country.
• Hold a leadership position in the cadet corps.
• Be active in school and community affairs.
• Attain a grade of “B” or better in all subjects for the previous semester.
• Not have been a previous recipient of this award.

15. Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) Award. This award recognizes an
outstanding third or fourth-year cadet that demonstrates outstanding qualities in
military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship. The cadet must:
• Be in the top 10% of the AFJROTC class.
• Demonstrate outstanding leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.
• Not have been a previous recipient of this award.

16. Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) Award. This award
recognizes one deserving cadet annually (may be first, second, third, or fourth
year cadet). The recipient must display a high degree of patriotism and have
demonstrated a high degree of academic excellence and leadership ability.

17. Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated (TAI) Air Force JROTC Cadet Award. This
award is presented annually to two cadets. Cadets may be first, second or third-
year cadets and must meet the following criteria:
• Attain a grade of “B” or better in their AS class.
• Be in good academic standing.
• Actively participate in cadet corps activities.

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• Participate in at least 50% of all unit service programs.

18. The Retired Enlisted Association (TREA) Award. This award is presented
annually for exceptional leadership to the most outstanding AFJROTC cadet while
serving in an Enlisted Rank. The selected enlisted cadet must have shown
outstanding leadership throughout the course of the school year.

19. Celebrate Freedom Foundation. This award is presented annually to the

outstanding first or second-year cadet. The award recipient must possess/meet

the following personal characteristics and eligibility criteria:
• Positive attitude (toward AFJROTC and school)
• Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming)
• Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence
• Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs)
• Growth potential (responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change)
• Possession of highest personal/ethical standards & strong positive convictions
• Indicate the potential and desire to pursue a military career
• Rank in the top 5% in their AS class with a grade average of “A”
• Rank in the top 15% of their academic class
• Be recommended by the SASI for the Outstanding Cadet Ribbon

20. Air Commando Association Award (ACA). The ACA Award is designed to
increase the awareness of our youth in Air Force Special Operations Forces and
their historical contributions. One cadet per unit will be recognized annually based
on a one-page essay highlighting a historical Air Force Special Operations
Mission. The cadet must also possess the 13 Critical Attributes of Success that
distinguish an elite AFSOC Air Commando:

• Integrity • Judgment
• Self-Motivation • Selflessness

• Intelligence • Leadership
• Self-Discipline • Skill

• Perseverance • Physical Fitness
• Adaptability • Family Strength

• Maturity

c. AFJROTC Awards. These awards are given locally by the SASI and ASI as part of
the AFJROTC program.

1. Distinguished Unit Award (DUA) Ribbon (Also includes DUA w/Merit Award) -
Awarded to all cadets who were in the unit during the period for which it was
earned.

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2. Outstanding Organization Award - Awarded to all cadets who were in the unit
during the period for which it was earned.

3. Outstanding Flight Ribbon - Awarded each semester to all members of the
flight that is chosen by the instructors based on the flight’s overall participation in
extracurricular activities, class conduct, and appearance.

4. Top Performer Award - Awarded by Area Advisor to top performers in the unit.
5. Outstanding Cadet - Awarded to the outstanding cadet from each AS level. The

recipient must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal
attributes, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic excellence.
6. Leadership Ribbon - Awarded for outstanding performance in a leadership
position as an AFJROTC cadet in corps activities.
7. Achievement Ribbon - Awarded for significant achievement as deemed
appropriate by the ASI.
8. Superior Performance Ribbon - Awarded for outstanding achievement or
meritorious service on behalf of AFJROTC.
9. Academic Ribbon - Awarded for academic excellence as signified by
maintaining an overall grade point average of 3.0 and an A in AFJROTC for one
semester.
10. Leadership School Ribbon - Awarded for the successful completion of a
summer leadership school of a least five days.
11. Special Teams Competition Ribbon – Awarded for “placing” in a drill or
physical fitness competition.
12. Orienteering Competition Ribbon – Awarded for “placing” in an orienteering
competition.
13. Co-curricular Activities Leadership Ribbon - Awarded for leadership in
AFJROTC co-curricular activities.
14. Drill Team Ribbon - Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all
scheduled team events.
15. Color Guard Ribbon - Uses the same criteria as the Drill Team ribbon.
16. Saber Team Ribbon - Uses the same criteria as the Drill Team ribbon.
17. Marksmanship Ribbon – Awarded for “placing” in a marksmanship competition.
18. Good Conduct Ribbon - Awarded to the cadets in each flight who exemplify top
notch conduct, positive attitude, and with no suspensions.
19. Service Ribbon - Awarded for distinctive performance in school, community, and
AFJROTC service projects.
20. Health and Wellness Program – Awarded for being an active member of the
Physical Training Team and participating in at least 75% of all PT events.
21. Recruiting Ribbon - Awarded for outstanding efforts in support of unit recruiting.
22. Activities Ribbon - Awarded for participation in 10 formally scheduled co-
curricular activities such as parades, drill meets, etc.
23. Attendance Ribbon - Awarded for no more than 4 excused absences and no
unexcused absences in a semester.
24. Dress and Appearance Ribbon - Awarded for wearing uniform on all uniform
days and conforming with all AFJROTC dress and appearance standards.

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25. Longevity Ribbon - Awarded for completion of one year of AFJROTC.

d. Civil Air Patrol Ribbons. Only five CAP ribbons (General Carl Spaatz
Award, General Ira C. Eaker Award, Amelia Earhart Award, General Billy Mitchell
Award, and the General J. F. Curry Achievement Award) may be worn on the
AFJROTC uniform. Units should contact the nearest CAP unit to obtain awards,
invite presenters, or obtain any guidance on criteria or presentation. A unit
locator can be found at http://www.cap.gov/join/unitlocator/html.

e. Additional Awards. Ribbons and awards of other federal or civilian funded
programs can be worn with the approval and discretion of the SASI / ASI.

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