TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1

The JROTC Department

Section I General

1-1. PURPOSE:  This handbook has been prepared to help you quickly learn about the operation and administration of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet Battalion.  It will provide guidance on procedures that are standardized as to format, recurring in practice, and informative in nature.  You will save valuable time and avoid many mistakes by studying this handbook closely.

1-2. AUTHORITY:  The Army JROTC program originated as part of the National Defense Act of 1916. The principle of maintaining national programs of military training for young citizens attending school was validated during Congressional hearings preceding passage of the ROTC Vitalization Act of 1964.  The program consists of three levels of instruction: the senior division; the military schools division; and the junior division.  Our unit is a junior division unit and was established at Ayden-Grifton High School in 2004 following application by the Pitt County Board of Education to the Department of the Army (DA).

1-3. MISSION:  The primary mission of a modern educational program is to train leaders for tomorrow.  The Army Junior ROTC program provides a unique educational experience for young citizens through participation in a federally sponsored course of military instruction while pursuing their normal civilian education.  You should acquire an understanding of the fundamental concepts of military art and science, an introduction to associated professional knowledge, and an appreciation of requirements for national security.  The dual roles of citizen/soldier and soldier citizen are studied.  JROTC assists in the total development of high school students so that they can take their places as responsible citizens in our free society.  The mission of the JROTC program is to “MOTIVATE YOUNG PEOPLE TO BE BETTER CITIZENS.”

1-4. OBJECTIVES:  Participation in the program will involve a combination of relevant knowledge and personal development.  The program will offer you the challenge of intellectual inquiry under the direction of instructors who are experienced leaders.  The cadet Battalion provides an atmosphere designed to develop the qualities of leadership.  Through classroom and other instructional activities, you may acquire the knowledge, self-discipline, patriotism, sense of responsibility, and responsiveness to constituted authority that will better prepare you for the future. The course will enable you to better serve your country as a leader, as a citizen, and in the military service should you enter it.

1-5. JROTC DEPARTMENT:

1. Faculty members assigned to the JROTC Department of AGHS are retired Regular Army personnel. A retired officer, Senior Army Instructor (SAI) and noncommissioned officer Army Instructor (AI), heads this JROTC Department.  The SAI is responsible to the Department of the Army for conducting training that is in accordance with pertinent directives and in a manner, which meets prescribed standards.  The SAI is also responsible to the principal for the administration of the JROTC Department in the training and discipline of the Cadet Battalion.  The principal of AGHS approves all policies governing the JROTC Department.

1. The JROTC Instructors have been selected for their extensive military experience and for their particular qualifications for this duty. They are vitally interested in the well being of the unit, but even more so in each cadet as an individual.  They understand your problems and are anxious to help you resolve them.  When you have difficulty of any sort, ask them for help.

1. In addition to instructional duties, each Military Staff member is a Tactical Officer. In this capacity, they advise the commander(s) of a specific unit.  They may also be the sponsors of an extracurricular activity such as the Drill Team, Raiders, and /or Color Guard.

1-6. ENROLLMENT:

1. To be eligible for enrollment and continue as a member of the Cadet BATTALION, you must:

• Be enrolled in, and attending full-time, a regular course of instruction at this school.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Be at least 13/14 years of age and in the 9^th
• Maintain an acceptable standard of academic achievement that warrants at least normal progression and will merit your graduation on completion of all requirements.
• Maintain an acceptable standard of conduct and be of good moral character. Require of yourself honesty, self-reliance, and a sense of responsibility in the performance of this course and other academic assignments.  You must show self-discipline and responsiveness to constituted authority through observance of laws, rules, and regulations of the entire school; by prompt and have regular attendance to instruction.  A student who has been convicted or who has received an unfavorable court decision for other than a minor misdemeanor or minor traffic offense, must be granted a waiver by the Commanding General, Training an Doctrine command for enrollment or continuance.
• Be physically fit to participate in the JROTC program without compromise to your health or well-being. You must provide the SAI with a certificate or statement of health signed by your parent or guardian.  This certificate will remain on file in the JROTC Department.

1. Enrollment at the beginning of the school year is with the understanding that all training will be completed. Mid-year enrollment is subject to approval by the SAI. A prerequisite to enrollment in LET levels 2 through 8 is satisfactory completion of LET levels 1 through 7 respectively.

1. Transfer of members from Navy and Air Force JROTC units is authorized. Full credit will be given for training received.

1-7. DISENROLLMENT/DECERTIFICATION:  Students will be disenrolled or decertified from the JROTC program as recommended by the SAI and approved by the principal. 

1. In all cases, a cadet will be disenrolled when he/she withdraws, transfers to another school or drops out of school.

1. The SAI will recommend decertification of cadets who fail to meet and comply with JROTC discipline, uniform wear, and personal appearance standards. If a cadet consistently violates the JROTC uniform policies by wearing the uniform in a manner denoting disrespect, JROTC instructors have the right and duty to take back the uniform from that cadet. Wearing the uniform in a disrespectful manner can be characterized by (disgracing the uniform and what it stands for; bringing shame on the military; the JROTC Corps of Cadets, Ayden-Grifton High School and the JROTC Department.)

1. Decertified cadets must meet all JROTC academic requirements but will not be allowed participate as follows:

• wearing the JROTC uniform
• participating in the JROTC Corps of Cadets (will not be addressed as “cadet”)
• participating in JROTC extra-curricular activities (field trips, military ball)
• participate in JROTC Specialty Teams

Section II. Military Training Course

1-8. GENERAL:

1. The ROTC program is conducted as prescribed by Army Regulations and in conformity to local school regulations. The course imposes no military obligation upon a cadet outside or beyond the school environment.
2. The major objective is to lay the foundation for intelligent citizenship by teaching the principles of leadership, constituted authority, and habits of precision, orderliness, courtesy, hygiene, and correctness of posture and deportment. It is to this end that the course of instruction is pointed.

7. LET 1 and LET 2 cadets will receive 7.5 hours of military instruction each week as follows:

Mondays = Classroom Textbook Instruction (1.5 hours)

Tuesdays = Classroom Textbook Instruction (1.5 hours)

Wednesdays = Uniform Inspection (0.75 hours) + Marching Drill Practice (0.75 hours)

Thursdays = Administer Tests (0.50 hours)

Thursdays = Weekly Journal Assignments / Leadership Essays (1.0 hours)

Fridays = Specialty Team Training (1.5 hours)

7. LET 3 through 4 cadets will receive 7.5 hours of military instruction each week as follows:

Mondays = Classroom Textbook Instruction (1.5 hours)

Tuesdays = Classroom Textbook Instruction (1.5 hours)

Wednesdays = Uniform Inspection / Marching Drill Practice (0.75 hours)

Wednesdays = Cadet Battalion Staff Development (0.75 hours)

Thursdays = Administer Tests (0.50 hours)

Thursdays = Weekly Journal Assignments / Leadership Essays (1.0 hours)

Fridays = Specialty Team Training (0.75 hours) + Cadet Battalion Staff Development (0.75 hours)

1. Wherever possible, the ‘learning by doing’ method of instruction is stressed. This practical approach to learning has been proven by the Army to be the most efficient method for teaching JROTC subjects. You will also find that your instructors will use a great number of training aids and visual equipment.  This is not to keep you amused, but rather to aid in your learning as quickly as possible the many techniques and doctrines that you will have to absorb in order to successfully complete the course.

1. Throughout the course of instruction, your basic textbooks will be JROTC texts and handbooks. These manuals contain all the data that a cadet normally needs to adequately study and prepare his/her classroom assignments.

1-9. CREDIT:  Academic credit toward graduation is awarded on the basis of one full credit for each year of JROTC training successfully completed.  A Military Training Certificate (DA Form 134), signed by the Senior Army Instructor, will be furnished to each cadet upon successful completion of his/her JROTC training, provided his/her service has been honorable.  These certificates can be used for college credit and/or advanced promotion upon enlistment in any service branch.

1-10. METHOD OF GRADING:

1. Each cadet receives a numerical grade at the end of each six-week grading period. This is a composite numerical score of the following graded course work: 

Event               Weight             Focus              

Tests                45%                 JROTC Curriculum Tests (weekly)

                                                Journal Assignments (weekly)

                                                Essay Writing Assignment (weekly)

Participation     40%                 Cadet Staff Development (weekly)

                                                JROTC Specialty Team Development

                                                JROTC Service Learning Project

JROTC Cadet Challenge

Quiz                 15%                 Cadet Staff Development (weekly)

                                                Weekly Uniform Inspections (weekly)

1. The scores of each graded event is averaged and converted to a letter grade, using the standard grading scale for Edgecombe County Public Schools as follow:

A   90 -100                  B   80-89                     C   70-79                     

        D   60-69                F   59 – below

1. Students who are decertified from their “cadet status” within the JROTC program will not receive passing (six week or semester) grades because decertified students are ineligible to satisfy all required JROTC course requirements. See Chapter 1, Section 7, page _____.

1-11. LEVEL OF WORK:  The level of cadet work differs for freshmen level cadets (LET 1 & 2) and upper level cadets (LET 3 through 8). Review the weekly schedules for both freshman and upper level cadets under Section 1-8 (GENERAL) paragraphs c and d on page _____ of this handbook. Upper level cadets will be required to write and present weekly leadership essays, participate in weekly Battalion Staff Development and hold key leadership positions within the Corps of Cadets and JROTC Specialty Teams. 

1-12. MAKE-UP WORK:  Cadets missing a graded test or quiz, or any graded exercise or event because of an excusable absence will be permitted to make up the missed work.  A grade of zero will be recorded for the missed assignment until it is made up and completed. It is the cadet’s responsibility to coordinate with the instructor to receive a study packet and makeup all graded assignments for which he or she received a zero grade resulting from an excused absence. Late homework assignments can be turned in late, but with a penalty. Late assignments will be graded as normal and then downgraded by one letter grade.

1-13. RETESTS:  Except for failures incurred, as a result of an unexcused absence, cadets who receive failing grades on an examination will be permitted to retest.  Students will only be allowed one chance to retest, however, ESL and 504 cadets will be permitted to retest more than once, at the discretion of the instructor or if stipulated by their learning profile. The maximum allowable grade on a retest will be the average of the two scores from the first failed test and the retest.  It is the cadet’s responsibility to notify the instructor and schedule a retest if one is desired.

1-14. INSPECTIONS:

1. a. Inspections are graded exercises. The SAI or AI or their representatives will conduct a graded inspection weekly. All cadets must wear their uniforms each Wednesday on JROTC uniform day or as otherwise directed by their JROTC instructors. Those who fail to wear the uniform during the Wednesday inspection will be written up for each occurrence and referred to CHOICE for disciplinary action. (See Chapter 2, Section 13, page   

1. The purpose of a military in-ranks inspection is to teach cadets a sense of responsibility, discipline and attention to detail. It also allows JROTC instructors to enforce high standards of personal appearance and care for the government property entrusted to you. Cadets are allowed to exchange uniform items that are damaged or do not fit properly. However, cadets must bring and exchange these items on the Thursday or Friday, prior to their next regularly scheduled, Uniform Day and inspection. The SAI or AI must personally verify that a uniform cannot be worn by a cadet in order for a cadet to be excused from wearing the uniform on the next inspection. Cadets are responsible for following up with JROTC instructors on the status of uniform items that are turned in for repair or replacement.

1. The JROTC Regional Formal Inspection (RFI): is an inspection conducted every three years by active duty Army personnel. It is a program certification inspection to ensure that the JROTC Department and Corps of Cadets are performing satisfactorily in all areas of administration, discipline, course curriculum, military and Specialty Team training, and logistics.

(1)  A satisfactory rating warrants continuation of Army resources and funding for the program. An unsatisfactory rating requires a re-inspection the following year.  It is very important that cadets do well on this inspection.

(2)  The Battalion can receive three ratings:

(a) Honor Unit with Distinction (gold star) for a superior rating

(b) Honor Unit (blue star) for an excellent rating

(c) Honorable Mention (yellow star) for a satisfactory rating.

(d) Unsatisfactory Rating (requiring a re-inspection the next upcoming year)

 (3)  Cadets are authorized to wear stars on their uniforms to signify their unit’s accomplishment.

Section III. The Cadet Battalion

1-15. GENERAL:  The Cadet Battalion is organized and structured to achieve as much realism as possible, thus affording cadets the opportunity to gain experience by practicing the leadership theories taught in the classroom.  The Battalion is fashioned after typical Army organizations and positions of leadership are similar in most aspects to those that would be found in an Active Army unit.  Basically, cadets command various units of the Battalion with JROTC instructors acting in a supervisory and advisory capacity.

1-16. ORGANIZATION:  The Charger Battalion of AGHS is organized tactically as a battalion. The elements of the Battalion are:

1. Headquarters & Headquarters Detachment – A Cadet Lieutenant Colonel commands the battalion. The Battalion staff may also be included in the Alpha Company structure. The Battalion Commander’s staff consists of a:

1. Letter companies such as HHC, A, B, C, & D, the number of which is determined by the total enrollment in the program. Companies are commanded by Cadet Captains and platoons are commanded by Cadet Lieutenants. The various cadet Noncommissioned Officer (NCO), positions are similar to those found in any active Army battalion.

1-17. POSITIONS AND RANK:

1. The various positions to be found in the battalion and the rank normally held are listed below. It should be pointed out that the mere occupancy of a position calling for a certain rank does not entitle the cadet to that rank.  Cadets must first prove that they are capable and willing to perform required duties in a proficient manner and that they are entitled to advanced rank by virtue of an exemplary record. Cadet Promotion Boards will be held by the cadet battalion commander and/or the cadet Command Sergeant Major to determine if cadets’ performance warrants a recommendation for promotion.

POSITION  

Assistant Staff Officers

Company Commander

Company Executive Officer

Platoon Leader

Battalion Sergeant Major

Battalion Operations Sergeant

Battalion Staff NCOs

Company First Sergeant

Platoon Sergeant

Squad Leader

Assistant Squad Leader

Company Armorer (Guidon Bearer)

RANK

2d Lieutenant (2LT) or 1st Lieutenant 1LT)

Captain

2d Lieutenant (2LT) or 1st Lieutenant (1LT) 2d Lieutenant (2LT) or 1st Lieutenant (1LT) Command Sergeant Major (CSM)

Master Sergeant (MSG)

Sergeant First Class (SFC)

First Sergeant (lSG)

Sergeant First Class (SFC)

Staff Sergeant (SSG)

Sergeant (SGT) or Corporal (CPL)

SGT or CPL

1-18. METHOD OF APPOINTMENT:

1. The cadet battalion is actually commanded by cadets. The positions of cadet officers and noncommissioned officers, therefore, are ones of great trust and responsibility. Appointment as a cadet officer is a demonstration of the special trust and confidence the school and JROTC instructor staff has in a particular cadet.  The appointment is made only when approved by the Senior Army Instructor on official JROTC promotion orders. It carries with it many honors and privileges.  But, even more important, are the added responsibilities that the cadet leader must subscribe to.  Appointment as an officer or noncommissioned officer is recognition of good qualities already demonstrated, as well as the JROTC instructor’s confidence in the cadet’s leadership potential.

1. Cadet leaders may submit recommendations to the Senior Army Instructor who will approve or disapprove cadets for promotion. Recommendations are carefully weighed to match the most qualified cadets to fill specific leadership vacancies within the JROTC Corps of Cadets. JROTC instructors will consider the cadet’s overall grades, conduct, attitude and participation within JROTC. The Senior Army Instructor is the final approving authority for all cadet promotions and demotions within the JROTC Department.

1. After initial vacancies are filled, subsequent appointments will be based upon the promotion criteria indicated below. Appointments during the first six weeks of the school year are temporary. During that period, every cadet is being closely observed and carefully evaluated.  It behooves every temporary appointee to give his or her best effort at all times.  Cadets who do not maintain standards, show appropriate  interest, and lead by example (academic excellence, obeying rules, policies, procedures, respect for authority, proper conduct on or off campus, proper wear and care of the uniform at all times, etc.) will have their appointments revoked by the Senior Army Instructor.

1-19. QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROMOTION:

1. CADET OFFICER. To be eligible for appointment as a cadet officer, or for promotion to a higher cadet officer rank, a cadet must:

1. Demonstrate the desire and ability to lead others based on performance within JROTC.
2. Currently hold at least an 85% or above average in JROTC.
3. Received no out of school suspensions during the current school semester.
4. Satisfactorily pass a cadet promotion board.
5. Be recommended for promotion by the cadet battalion commander.
6. Be considered worthy of promotion to the rank by the Army Instructor.
7. Be approved for promotion by the Senior Army Instructor.

1. CADET NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICER. To be eligible for appointment as a cadet noncommissioned officer, or for promotion to a higher NCO grade, a cadet must:

1. Demonstrate the desire and ability to lead others based on performance within JROTC.
2. Currently hold at least a 78% or above average in JROTC.
3. Received no out of school suspensions during the current school semester.
4. Satisfactorily pass a cadet promotion board.
5. Be recommended for promotion by the cadet battalion commander.
6. Be considered worthy of promotion to the rank by the Army Instructor.
7. Be approved for promotion by the Senior Army Instructor.

1. PROMOTION STANDARDS FOR FIRST YEAR CADETS: First year, LET 1 and LET 2 cadets do not have to appear before a cadet promotion board in order to be promoted to the ranks of Private (E-2) and Private First Class (E-3). However, those cadets may be authorized for immediate promotion upon recommendation by the cadet command sergeant major once they earn the prescribed number of merits

TO PRIVATE (E-2)                                         30 MERITS

TO PRIVATE FIRST CLASS (E-3)                  60 MERITS

For each promotion, merits indicated will be deducted, i.e., if a cadet has 40 merits and recommended by the cadet command sergeant major, the cadet may be promoted to E-2 using a deduction of 30 merits, leaving the cadet with 10 merits.  The cadet must then earn 50 additional merits, plus be recommended by the cadet command sergeant major before being eligible for promotion to E-3.   The cadet battalion commander is the final approval authority for E-2 and E-3 promotions.

1. PROMOTION AND SELECTION BOARDS. The cadet staff may conduct enlisted promotion and officer selection boards at the discretion of the cadet battalion commander. The purpose of promotion and selection boards will be to fill or replace leadership vacancies within the battalion corps of cadets.  The Army Instructor (AI) will supervise the cadet command sergeant major who will preside over all enlisted promotion boards. Likewise the Army Instructor (AI) will supervise the cadet battalion executive officer who will preside over all commissioned officer selection boards. The cadet battalion commander in consultation with the Army Instructor (AI) will consider all promotion and selection board recommendations before submitting final recommendations to the Senior Army Instructor for ultimate approval or disapproval. 

1. WAIVERS. Outstanding cadets may be promoted ahead of their peers.  The merits required in paragraph 1-19c may be waived, on a case by case basis, if a cadet earns possesses a positive attitude, while demonstrating strong leadership potential, excellent conduct and consistently scores high marks on weekly uniform inspections.  Recommendations for such waivers may be initiated by any member of the cadet chain-of-command as requested through the cadet battalion commander and forwarded to the Senior Army Instructor for action.

1-20. REDUCTIONS:

1. Any cadet with rank from a previous promotion may be reduced in rank (demoted) for any one of the following reasons:

1. Receiving an Out of School Suspension for any reason
2. Demonstrated inability to serve as a leader, in the present rank
3. Inefficiency or neglect of duty
4. Improper conduct for person holding that rank – not setting proper example.
5. Failure to maintain proper academic proficiency.
6. Gross disrespect towards any JROTC Instructor trying to correct their behavior

1. Likewise any cadet Private, who has yet to be promoted, may not be recommended for promotion earlier than one six full six weeks after committing any one of the offenses listed in paragraph 1-20a above.

1. Cadet officer’s and noncommissioned officers must maintain an average high enough to indicate that his/her duties in the battalion are not interfering with any of their required academic courses or class work. Failing or receiving a ‘D’ in JROTC for a grading period will result in reduction to the next lower grade, or in the case of a cadet officer, reduction to an appropriate enlisted grade as determined by the Senior Army Instructor.

1-21:  JROTC SPECIALTY TEAMS:

1. JROTC Specialty Teams are a course requirement, therefore, every cadet in JROTC must join and participate in at least one of the following JROTC Specialty Teams to receive a passing grade in JROTC:

1. Drill Teams – provide cadets the opportunity to refine military and fancy drill techniques and develop a high level of proficiency in executing precision drill movements. Teams enter drill meets to compete for trophies, awards, and other honors.

2. Color Guard Team – competes in drill meets within Edgecombe and surrounding counties and represents the Cadet Battalion and school at formations, reviews, athletic contests, and civic events throughout the year.

3. Raider Team – an organization composed of highly motivated cadets who have demonstrated the desire to excel in physical fitness, teamwork and leadership. Team activities stress physical fitness, marksmanship, field crafts, survival skills, community service, self-discipline, duty, honor, and country.

4. Marksmanship (Rifle) Team – Selected Cadets who have a desire to learn about firearms safety and the competitive sport of shooting. Cadets participate in competitive rifle matches within Pitt County and surrounding area schools.

1. All upper level (non-freshman) cadets are encouraged to participate and lead the Specialty Teams with instructor supervision.

1-22. JROTC EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

1. a. The cadet Battalion has many activities in addition to the regularly scheduled classroom academics.

These activities are planned to provide both recreation and additional training opportunities for cadets.  All cadets are urged to actively participate in one or more extra-curricular activities sponsored by the JROTC program.

1. b. JROTC sponsored extra­curricular activities are:

1. JROTC JCLC. In order to familiarize JROTC cadets with active military life and training, Fourth Brigade sponsors a summer camp each year. The camp is conducted at various active duty military installations.  Up to ten highly motivated cadets will be given the opportunity to attend summer camp. Cadets are challenged to undergo some of the rigors that Army basic trainees are exposed to.

2. Educational STAFF Trips. During the course of the year, cadets may have the opportunity to participate in a field trip. Field trips focus on increasing and enhancing cadet knowledge by visiting military bases and historical sites. To be eligible for field trips cadets must meet the following:

                                    -must have a passing grade average in JROTC

                                    -must not have received an out-of-school suspension

                                    -must have completed/turned in all field trip paperwork

                                    -must pay field trip fee

3. MILITARY BALL: The social highlight of the school year for the JROTC cadets. This is a dance that provides cadets with an insight on social customs and traditions of the military. It is held early in the spring and is a very popular function.  Male cadets wear their JROTC Class ASU uniform with a white shirt and a black bow tie. Female cadets may wear either their uniform or formal evening dress.

4. DINING-IN: The Dining-in is a formal occasion where the cadets, instructors and selected guests gather for a formal dinner at a local restaurant or establishment. The purpose of this event is to bring together cadets on a social basis; foster a spirit of teamwork in the unit as everyone gets to know each other better. Moreover, this event can serve as the mid-year awards banquet. Cadets will wear the Class A uniform with all awards and decorations.

5. PARADES: Each year we are asked to participate in a number of parades. The Charger Battalion will support the annual Ayden and Christmas parades. When asked, we will support the annual ,911 Memorial Ceremony, Relay for Life fundraiser events. Likewise, we will support the annual Pitt County Schools Commencement and Pitt Community College and Veteran’s Day Ceremonies.

1-23. JROTC BATTALION FORMATIONS:

1. a. Battalion formations will occur every Wednesday (uniform days) during 4^th period from

(2:30-2:50 pm).  Unless otherwise directed all battalion formations will take place in the student commons area.

1. b. All cadets in uniform will be released from class and required to report to the student commons for each battalion formation. A roll call will be conducted to account for all cadets. Any cadet not present, without a valid excuse will be referred to CHOICE for skipping.

1. Battalion formations allow JROTC instructors and the cadet leaders time to accomplish the following:

• account for all cadets

(2) disseminate/collect important information

(3) conduct promotions and present JROTC awards

(4)  conduct battalion level marching drill

(5) conduct battalion level parades, pass and reviews

1-24. JROTC SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTS:

1. a. JROTC Service Learning projects are a course requirement that requires every cadet to complete a minimum of 4 hours community service work. Cadets will also submit a 1 ½ page double spaced, typed essay describing the who, what, when, why, where aspects of their community service experience.

1. b. In order to meet this Cadet Command Directive, and to assist students in completing this requirement in a safe, quick, beneficial, and approved manner, the JROTC Department endorses the following service learning projects.

(1) United Way Day of Caring – Cadets sign up to serve on teams that are organized by the United Way staff to work at various service agencies within Pitt County. These agencies usually include; The Boys and Girls Club, local Fire and Police stations, local Nursing Homes, Food Shelters, Meals on Wheels, etc. The United way usually provides breakfast and gives each participating cadet a T-shirt.

(2) Relay for life Cancer Fundraiser – Cadets participate by walking a total of 4 hours around the Ayden-Grifton High School ¼ mile track in recognition of cancer survivors and victims. Cadets must have a sponsor who contributes money to the Cancer Society for every mile the cadet walks. The sponsor must provide the cadet with a typed letter that verifies the date the cadet walked, the sponsor’s contact information and the amount of money contributed to the Cancer Society on the cadet’s behalf.

(3) American Legion Memorial Day Flags – Usually the last weekday prior to the Memorial Day weekend, cadets meet at the American Legion building in Tarboro. Their task is to place miniature US Flags on the gravesites of deceased service veterans.

1. Any cadet who does not complete one of the approved Service Learning Projects listed above will receive an “INCOMPLETE” or failing grade for JROTC until an alternative Service Learning Project is pre-approved by their JROTC instructor, completed and submitted by the student. No exceptions.

                                                                  Chapter 2

             Cadet Regulations

Section 1. General

2-1. PURPOSE. The smooth running of any organization is dependent upon a clear understanding on the part of all concerned of the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of each individual.  It is the purpose of this chapter to clarify those rights, privileges, and responsibilities.  The provisions of this chapter have the same force as an order issued directly to a cadet.  It is the responsibility of each cadet to be aware of these regulations and to conduct him or herself in a way that reflects both  the letter and spirit of the regulation.

2-2. RESPECT FOR AUTHORITY. A major aim of the Army JROTC program is to aid you in becoming a better citizen.  In keeping with this goal, all cadets are required to show proper respect for authority.  This applies equally to your relationships with cadets holding a higher rank, and to school officials.  The maximum, “Those who would lead must first learn to obey,” should be taken seriously by each cadet.

2-3. AUTHORITY OF CADET OFFICERS AND NCO. Cadet officers and noncommissioned officers are duly appointed representatives of the SAI and AI.  Their orders and instructions are to be obeyed by all cadets junior to them.  All cadets are charged with the responsibility of obeying lawful orders regardless of any personal feelings they may have toward the cadet giving them.  Whenever you feel that you are being subjected to an injustice, follow this simple rule, “Obey first, protest later.”

2-4 RESPONSIBILITIES OF CADET OFFICERS AND NCO. All cadet officers and noncommissioned officers must at all times be fair, impersonal, and impartial in giving orders.  Any cadet officer or noncommissioned officer who misuses the authority delegated to them will be considered unfit for that rank and will be reduced.  Ranking cadets have the responsibility to exercise every means of positive leadership to accomplish results, and should resort to disciplinary measures only when all else fails.

2-5. APPEARANCE.

1. The Cadet Battalion is a uniformed organization. Therefore a neat, well-groomed appearance by cadets is required and fundamental building the pride and esprit essential to an effective unit. A vital ingredient to the strength and effectiveness of the Battalion is the pride and self-discipline, which each cadet brings to their unit.  It is the responsibility of cadet leaders to ensure that cadets under their supervision present a neat, well-groomed appearance, and it is the duty of each cadet to take pride in their appearance at all times.

1. There are many hairstyles, which are acceptable. As long as a cadet’s hair is kept in a neat manner, the acceptability of the style will be judged solely by the criteria described below:

               (1) The hair on top of the head will be neatly groomed.  The length and or the bulk of the hair will not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt or extreme appearance.  The hair will present a tapered appearance and when combed, it will not fall over the ears, eyebrows, or touch the collar. Block cuts in the back is permitted in moderate degree.  In all cases, the length or bulk of the hair will not interfere with the normal wear of military headgear.. 

(2) If the cadet desires to wear sideburns, they will be neatly trimmed and extend no further than the bottom of the ear.  The base will be a clean-shaven horizontal line.

(3) The face will be clean-shaven, except that mustaches are permitted.  If a mustache is worn, it will be kept neatly trimmed.  The portion extending beyond the corners of the mouth will not fall below a line parallel with the bottom of the lower lip.  Goatees, beards, dreadlocks, and braids are not authorized in uniform.

(4) Female cadets are prohibited from wearing unnatural styles of multi-colored hair i.e. purple, orange, blue etc. while wearing their JROTC uniform. The wearing of ethical hair styles while in uniform is not advised unless the hair can be properly pinned up off the cadet’s shoulders and can be worn naturally with the appropriate military headgear. Headbands of any kind are not authorized to be worn while in uniform.

• PERSONAL CONDUCT. The JROTC Department is closely related to every activity of the school.

It is important that every cadet conduct his or herself in such a manner as to not bring discredit upon his or herself, the JROTC Department, the JROTC uniform, nor the Battalion and Corps of Cadets. All cadets must live up to high standards of conduct, and always strive to set the example that others should follow.

1. All cadets will be expected to devote a whole-hearted effort to perform to the best of their ability. They should strive for perfection at all assigned tasks no matter how difficult, small or trivial the tasks or assignments may seem.

1. All cadets must maintain an acceptable standard of conduct by acting like young ladies and gentlemen at all times; being respectful and honest in their dealings with others. A cadet’s word is his/her bond.

1. Cadets should bear in mind at all times that the mission of JROTC is to prepare young men and women to become better citizens. For those interested in pursuing a military career, JROTC will help prepare them to better serve their Country as successful entry level soldiers.

1. Cadets should always remember that their appearance in or out of uniform, and their conduct, on or off campus represents the JROTC Department, Ayden-Grifton High School, and in some cases the entire Ayden community.

2-7. MILITARY DISCIPLINE AND COURTESY.

1. DISCIPLINE. Military discipline is the state of order and obedience among military personnel resulting from training. Discipline is demonstrated by smartness of appearance and actions, cleanliness of person, neatness of dress, and respect for those who are senior to you in age as well as rank.

(1)  In JROTC classes, drill and other JROTC activities, cadet officers will be addressed as ‘Sir’ or ‘Ma’am’ and will be accorded salutes and courtesies by their juniors.  Cadet NCOs will be addressed by their rank, and all others will be addressed as “Cadet.”  The exchange of salutes and other military courtesies are required at all times when cadets are present in JROTC areas (classroom, drill field, formation areas).  These same courtesies will be observed in all areas of the school on days when the cadet Battalion is in uniform.  JROTC instructors will be addressed by their official rank and addressed as “Sir” or “Ma’am” in general.

(2)  Cadets will report to the JROTC classroom and be standing behind their desks when the tardy bell rings. After the tardy bell sounds the cadets will be led by a class leader or cadet volunteer to recite the JROTC Cadet Creed. After reciting the cadet creed all cadets will remain standing while the class attendance is taken. When a cadet’s name is called they will sound off with “Here ‘Sir’ or ‘Ma’am’ or “Present ‘Sir’ or ‘Ma’am’ and then take their seat.

(3)  Chewing gum, eating, drinking, talking, whispering, getting up walking or moving around without permission, passing notes, text messaging on a cell phone or any other horseplay is not acceptable conduct when class is in session. The JROTC class rules outline most do’s and don’ts in the classroom.

(4)  When cadets desire to speak or ask questions in class, they will raise their hand.  When the instructor recognizes them, cadets will state their name, and ask their question. Cadets will refrain from trying to talk over each other i.e. everyone trying to talk at once.

1. COURTESY. Courtesy among military personnel is indispensable to discipline. Courtesy implies polite and considerate behavior toward others, whether junior or senior in rank and/or position. These courtesies should be shown promptly and smartly. Slovenly and halfhearted execution of military courtesy is, in itself being discourteous. Courtesy is hardly less important in civil life.  We cannot enjoy friendships or loyalties in any walk of life unless we treat others with dignity and respect.  Courtesy must become second nature to all cadets.  Courtesy pays the largest returns for the least amount of effort in our dealings with others.

(1)  Courtesy in civilian life is nothing more than the habit of being gentlemanly or lady-like, thoughtful, kind, and considerate to others.  It has certain forms; such as saying “Good Morning”, or “Good Afternoon”, shaking hands, tipping your hat to ladies, and so forth.  In the military service, the expression of courtesy is more formal and precise than in civilian life. The most important expression of courtesy to military personnel is the hand salute.

(2)  The hand salute is the military way of saying, “Hello”.  It is also customary to exchange greetings; such as, “Good Morning”, you of course, add “Sir” or “Ma’am” to the verbal part of the greeting.

2-8. VISITS TO JROTC AREA.

1. Cadets are free to visit the JROTC Department at any time for such purpose as checking the bulletin boards and using the computers. Cadets are not permitted to enter the Armory, Supply Room, or the Office of the SAI/AI without first asking and receiving permission from a member of the instructor staff.

1. EACH CADET WILL READ THE APPROPRIATE BULLETIN BOARD DAILY.

2-9. REPORTING TO THE Senior Army Instructor.  When cadets desire to speak to the Senior Army Instructor on an official matter, they will make their request through the cadet chain of command.  When reporting to the SAI, knock on the door, enter when instructed to do so, report to the SAI in the proper manner (render a hand salute and say: “SIR, Cadet Jones reporting as ordered SIR”) when the SAI returns your hand salute then state your business.  When dismissed by the SAI, cadets will salute, face about, and depart.

2-10. TRAINING STANDARDS. During training as a cadet, instructors will insist on perfection in what may seem to be minor details (cleanliness, haircuts, shaves, shoe shines, marching, posture, wearing of the uniform, and brass).  Your performance will be expected to be of the highest standard both on and off the school grounds.  You will be expected to conduct yourself at all times in a manner, which will reflect credit upon yourself, your parents, the Cadet Battalion, and your school.  Cadets in uniform are subject to correction by cadet officers and noncommissioned from school, including the time as a passenger on the school bus.

2-11. THE MERIT/DEMERIT SYSTEM. 

The merit/demerit system is used in conjunction with the weekly cadet uniform inspections that occur each Wednesday. Only JROTC instructors will award merits or assess demerits. All merits and demerits will be recorded during the inspection and posted weekly on the cadet bulletin board for all to see. Merits and demerits will not be accumulated and carried forward from one semester to another.

1. MERITS: Cadets can earn merits for correctly answering chain-of-command and/or general

 knowledge questions during the weekly in-ranks inspection. Each correctly answered question earns the cadet 1 merit. Merits can be accumulated and used to cancel out demerits on a 2 for 1 basis. This means a cadet must earn 2 merits to cancel out 1 demerit. Unused merits can be carried forward and used only once to cancel out demerits on the next upcoming week’s inspection. Therefore, unused merits will expire after 1 week or 7 days from the day it was earned.

1. DEMERITS: Cadets will receive demerits for uniform violations and conduct infractions during the in-ranks inspections.  The following table of typical offenses will be used to assess demerits.

          OFFENSE                                                                                       DEMERITS

Improper wearing of cap                                                                          2

Haircut, Male (Non Regulation)                                                              10

Hair Color, Female (Non Regulation)                                                       10                 

Wearing Earrings Males nose rings WITH UNIFORM                            5

Earrings, Female (Non Regulation), Too                                                         2 ea

In need of shave                                                                                         5

JROTC Insignia (not shined, missing)                                                 2

Neck Tie / Tab Missing                                                                                   2

Nametag (missing, not aligned)                                                                       3

Buttons (missing) n                                                                             2

Belt / Belt Buckle (missing, not shined)                                                          3

Dirty fingernails or loud/clashing fingernail polish                                   5

Rings (too many)                                                                                2 ea

Socks (wrong color, missing)                                                              2

Shoes (not shinned, dirty)                                                                   3

            Unzipped jacket / Unbutton coat                                                                2

Incomplete uniform                                                                                    5

Uniform dirty, not pressed                                                                 10

Lack of General Knowledge                                                               5

Playing in ranks (formation)                                                             5 (w/warning)

Behavior during inspection                                                                  10

               Disrespect of uniform                                                                              10

1. WORKING OFF DEMERITS: When a cadet has no merits to cancel out his/her demerits the cadet may volunteer to “work-off” demerits by doing pushups or situps. Ten (10) pushups or situps will cancel one (1) demerit.  Pushups or situps not done in accordance with Army Regulations will not be counted. All pushups or situps must be conducted in front of the class on Fridays. Any demerit not cancelled by merits or not worked off by doing pushups or situps will reduce a cadet’s six week numerical grade average by one point for each demerit. 

SECTION II.  THE UNIFORM

2-12. WEARING OF THE UNIFORM. The JROTC uniform is a symbol of a proud and honorable profession. As a JROTC cadet, you are expected to maintain high standards in both personal appearance and military bearing. Being properly uniformed is a large part of the image you project to all those with whom you come in contact. As a future leader, train yourself now to present an outstanding image at all times. When you are in uniform, you must remember that you are a living advertisement of your unit, the Army Junior ROTC program and Ayden-Grifton High School. Credit or discredit, is reflected on you, JROTC and AGHS by your appearance.

1. When in uniform all cadets are highly visible and in public view. Therefore all uniform and appearance standards must be rigidly followed at all times. This includes wearing the uniform both to and from school.

1. All cadets will wear the uniform once per week on prescribed JROTC uniform days each Wednesday. This is a School wide policy such that all JROTC cadets in every class/company will wear their JROTC uniforms every Wednesday. Cadets will also wear the uniform for special occasions such as the Dinning Inn, Military Ball, community support taskings, or as otherwise required and directed by the SAI or AI.

1. Whenever the uniform is worn, it will be clean and neatly pressed, fully buttoned, with shoes shined and insignia polished.  Shoes and socks must be black in color.  When issued, the proper headgear will be worn with the uniform when outdoors and not under cover.

1. The military uniform is a “stand alone” form of dress. A cadet may not mix civilian and military clothing to create their own uniform fashion, nor to accommodate their own comfort needs. Specifically, while in uniform, a cadet may not wear any type of civilian clothing items (i.e. civilian coats, jackets, sweaters, caps or other headgear) as if it were part of their prescribed uniform. This is not proper. This is not authorized and this will not be tolerated.

1. A cadet may not bring their uniform to school and change into it just prior to attending their respective JROTC class. Likewise a student may not change out of their uniform after attending their respective JROTC class unless approved on a case by case basis by the SAI or AI.

1. Any cadet assigned to In School Suspension (ISS) on a prescribed JROTC uniform day is still required to wear and be in their JROTC uniform while in ISS.

1. Cadets who have after school employment may not wear the uniform on the job.

1. Any cadet needing to exchange any part of their JROTC uniform or accessories for a larger size or to replace damaged items must clean the item and turn it into the SAI or AI for exchange prior to the next scheduled uniform day. Lost uniform items or accessories must be paid for by the student before replacements can be issued.

1. If a cadet uniform is accidentally soiled, rendering it temporarily unserviceable, bring the uniform to school so the SAI or AI may verify the damage. Failure to do this will count the same as if you did not wear your uniform.
2. Cadets may not lend any part of the uniform issued to them to another cadet, or to any other person for any reason whatsoever.

1. Pregnant female cadets will continue to wear the uniform until they have worn the largest size uniform available for issue by the instructor staff. When the SAI or AI can no longer fit the cadet in a uniform that cadet will be excused from wearing the uniform until after their pregnancy.

1. Cadets may not wear the JROTC uniform to attend church worship services, funerals, nor to appear in court.

1. The JROTC uniform is a seasonal uniform worn in either Class A or Class B styles. The Class A uniform may be worn any time as deemed appropriate for the occasion but is seasonally worn generally during the fall and winter months. The Class B uniform is seasonally worn generally during the spring and summer months. The effective dates of seasonal uniform wear changes is determined and prescribed by US Army regulations. The changeover dates for seasonal uniform wear will be announced by the SAI/AI as appropriate.

1. The Class A uniform consists of wearing the complete version of the Army issued uniform and all accessories i.e. coat, male shirt or female blouse, male tie or female neck tab, trousers, belt with buckle, black socks, low quarter shoes, and headgear when issued, with all rank etc. The Class B uniform consists of an Army issued open collar male shirt or female blouse, pants, belt with buckle, low quarter shoes, rank etc.

2-13. PENALTIES FOR NONCOMPLIANCE WITH UNIFORM POLICIES.  The penalties for non-compliance with prescribed uniform standards are severe from a disciplinary standpoint. Any school member (i.e. teachers, administrators, students, cadets, custodial staff) may report cadet uniform violations to the JROTC instructor staff. The SAI and AI will determine the validity and credibility of each reported infraction and take appropriate action in accordance with the following: 

1. Students not dressing out in their uniform on prescribed uniform days will be referred to CHOICE for administrative action.

1. Students can expect school administrators to deal with JROTC uniform violations in the following manner:

                 1^ST Offense: Warning Issued

                 2d Offense:  In School Suspension (ISS)

                 3d Offense: 1 day Out of School Suspension (OSS) for each infraction 

2-14. PRESCRIBED UNIFORMS. The following uniforms are prescribed and authorized for wear by the Jaguar Battalion, North Edgecombe High School.

1. CLASS C FIELD UNIFORM. ACU jacket and trousers, brown T-shirt, ACU field cap, black boots and socks.  This uniform is a special purpose uniform and will be worn only when announced.

1. CLASS B UNIFORM. Shirt, grey short sleeve; trousers, blue; grey beret; black shoes; black socks; all authorized insignia, ribbons, and accouterments designating rank, grade, position, class, and/or awards. Black windbreaker jackets may be worn with this uniform.

1. CLASS A UNIFORM. Army Service Uniform (ASU) In addition to paragraph b above, the following must be worn – coat Army Blue and tie/necktab.  All authorized insignia, ribbons, and accouterments designating rank, grade, position, class, and /or awards will be worn on the coat.

2-15. WEARING AWARDS RIBBONS, MEDALS, AND BADGES.

1. Authorized awards and ribbons will be worn in rows, above the left breast pocket of the coat and the short sleeve shirt and similar position for the females. Ayden-Grifton High School JROTC awards take precedence over other institutional awards.

1. Medals will be worn above institutional ribbons, and in order of precedence, from the wearer’s right.

1. Qualification badges will be worn on the pocket flap, of the left pocket of the coat and the green shirt.

1. JROTC instructors will demonstrate how the above described awards, medals, and badges are to be worn.

2-16. INSIGNIA:  The following described insignia are those authorized for wear as part of the Army IROTC uniform.

1. SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA.

1. JROTC – Centered on the left sleeve of the coat and ACU jacket. On the left front side of the windbreaker.  The top of the insignia will be 1/2 inch down from the shoulder seam.

2. North Edgecombe High School- Centered on the right sleeve of the coat, ACU jacket. The top of the insignia will be 1/2 inch down from the shoulder seam. 

1. INSIGNIA OF GRADE.

1. Cadet Officers and NCOs: Brass rank on both shoulder loops of the coat and windbreaker.  Shoulder Board Insignia will be slipped over the shoulder loops of the short sleeve AG344 shirt. Subdued rank will be placed on the right collar of the BDU jacket.

2. Cadet PFC and below:  Brass insignia will be worn on the shoulder loops of the coat,

                                 windbreaker, and shirt.  Insignia for the BDU uniform will be specially prescribed.

1. COLLAR INSIGNIA.

1. Cadet Officers:
2. JROTC letter insignia: Centered on upper lapels of coat and on left collar of BDU jacket.
3. Branch Insignia (Torch): Centered on lower lapels
4. Enlisted Cadets: Branch Insignia (Torch): Centered on both upper lapels on the coat, and centered on left side of the collar of BDU jacket.

1. CAP INSIGNIA: Centered on the left curtain of the garrison cap. Place 3/4 inches from the bottom edge of the beret front. On the BDU Cap, centered top to bottom in front. 
2. HONOR UNIT INSIGNIA: Centered over the right breast pocket of the coat and short sleeve AG344 shirt of all males and over the name tag for female cadets.

1. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT INSIGNIA: Centered over the right breast pocket of the coal and short sleeve AG344 shirt. If the Honor Unit Insignia is worn, the wreath will be pinned so that the star is within the wreath.

1. SHOULDER CORDS. Shoulder cords distinguishing the various classes will be worn on the right shoulder, under the shoulder loop of the coat, windbreaker, and short sleeve green shirt. All other shoulder cords distinguishing the clubs will be worn on the left shoulder.

COMMANDER AND STAFF                          BLACK & GOLD (DOUBLE)

COLOR GUARD                                             WHITE (SINGLE)

DRILL TEAMS                                                RED

RIFLE TEAMS                                                TAN

RAIDER TEAM                                               BLACK

ORIENTEERING TEAM                                 GREEN

1. MARKSMANSHIP BADGES: Qualification badges (Expert, Sharpshooter, & Marksman) will be centered on the left pocket flap of the coat, the short sleeve green short, and for females just below the ribbons.

1. UNIT CREST: The Unit Crest, if available, will be worn and centered on the right breast pocket or similar position for females.

1. TEAM TABS: The special team tabs will be worn and centered on the left breast pocket of similar position for females.

SECTION III. SUPPLY

2-17.   RESPONSIBILITIES: The uniforms and equipment of the AGHS JROTC Department are the property of the United States Government.  It is loaned to cadets for specifically authorized purposes.  Every cadet is charged with the responsibility of maintaining his/her issued equipment and clothing in the best possible state of serviceability.  You are authorized to use your uniforms and equipment for training and other activities approved by the JROTC Department and the school.  To use your uniforms or equipment  purely for personal purpose, is not authorized.

1. Initial fitting and alteration costs, including sewing, will be paid by the JROTC Department. Minor repairs, cleaning, and pressing of uniforms is the responsibility of the cadet.

1. Cadets may exchange, without cost, clothing and equipment, which has become unserviceable through fair wear and tear (normal use). Items of equipment and clothing, which has been damaged because of unauthorized use, damage or loss through neglect, will be paid for by the cadet responsible.

1. Unauthorized alterations, which change the configuration of the uniform, will result in disciplinary action, as will as financial liability to the responsible cadet.

• ISSUE AND TURN-IN PROCEDURES:  

1. ISSUE. At the beginning of the school year, your parents or legal guardian must sign an agreement of responsibility, which states that they will be responsible for the items of government property issued to you. When this agreement has been returned to the JROTC Department, you will be issued your clothing and equipment. All issues will be recorded on JROTC Form 4, Individual Clothing and Equipment Record. You will be required to sign this form acknowledging receipt of the property.   The JROTC Form 4, once signed, is the official record of the clothing and equipment you are charged with.

1. REISSUE: From time to time, a cadet will lose small items of clothing and/or equipment. If this happens to you, immediately notify the Supply Sergeant. He/She will issue you another like item.  Of course, you will be required to sign for the reissue.  If the item is found, turn it in and receive credit for it.  If it is not found, you will be expected to pay for the lost item. Students issued replacement items for loss or damaged equipment will have their names added to the school “Delinquent Fee List” for the cost of replacing the item of clothing and/or equipment.

4. TURN-IN: When turning in property, you must be sure that proper credit is recorded on your JROTC Form 4, and that the signature of the person accepting the turn-in are placed on the form in the proper place. This record is the only document which officially records turn-ins, and the way you can receive proper credit is to assure that the entry is made on the JROTC Form 4.  Above all, do not leave equipment on an instructor’s desk and expect to receive credit for turn-in.  The issue and turn-in procedures are aimed toward making you a responsible citizen and properly accounting for all government property.

• INDIVIDUAL WEAPONS:

1. A U. S. Rifle, M1903 and/or M1 may be assigned to cadets at the beginning of each school year. These weapons are stored in numbered slots, in arms racks, in the Arms Room.

1. Each cadet is responsible and accountable for the weapon assigned to him/her during drill, or any other time the weapon is in their possession. Any part of the weapon that may be broken or damaged through carelessness or neglect on the part of the cadet, must be paid for. Cadets will not attempt to repair weapon.

CHAPTER 3

       JROTC AWARDS

3-1. THE AWARD PROGRAM. As a member of the Cadet Corps of the Charger Battalion, you have an opportunity to compete with your contemporaries for numerous awards that recognize outstanding performance of duty, scholarship, and military skills.  JROTC Instructors determine award recipients based upon a system that compares cadets against each other in relationship to the established standard for the award.  In addition to the award standard, cadets are evaluated in terms of their courtesy, character, attendance, participation, and demonstrated leadership attributes.

3-2. AWARDS CATEGORIES. Awards are made from two principal categories, national and institutional.  National Awards are recognized by JROTC units nation wide and are presented for outstanding individual performance.  Institutional Awards are made in the name of the school system and are presented for either individual performance or for performance as a member of a unit or special group.

Chapter 4

Cadet Leadership Guide

4-1. PURPOSE. This chapter is designed to provide an initial understanding of the principles of leadership, define leadership, explain the factors of leadership, and provide an overview of what a leader must be, know, and do as it relates to being a cadet within the Charger Battalion’s JROTC Cadet Corps.  Its purpose is to provide an overall concept of leadership expected of cadets.  The traditional principles that you are taught have long been the cornerstone of leadership doctrine.  These principles, the factors, and the be, know, and do attributes will provide you with the fundamental of leadership and a framework for developing yourself, your subordinates, and your unit.  Once you have an understanding of leadership and have practiced diligently the total principles of leadership, you are well on your way to success in any field of endeavor.

4-2. DEFINITIONS. In order to understand and gain a true appreciation for this chapter, you must be thoroughly familiar with the following terms.

1. Mission. A task, job, requirement, errand, assignment, etc. that has been given to an individual and/or group to accomplish/complete.

1. Leadership. The process by which a cadet influences others to accomplish the mission.

1. Commander. The commander or leader is responsible for all that the unit does or fails to do. Because of the responsibility of a commander/leader, he/she is given the authority/power to take actions necessary to make sure that missions are accomplished. Commanders/leaders may delegate authority to another but they can not delegate responsibility for mission accomplishment.

1. Chain of Command. The succession of commanders/leaders through which command is exercised is called chain of command. The battalion commander assigns tasks to the company commanders and holds them responsible for the successful accomplishment of assigned tasks. Company commanders use the same techniques with platoon leaders, and platoon leaders with squad leaders.

1. Staff Authority and Responsibility. The staff of a unit consists of those officers and noncommissioned officers who assist the commander in the exercise of command. Staff members are advisors to the commander and supervise the execution of plans and orders only with the specific areas assigned to them by the commander. Staff members must keep the commander informed on matters within their area of responsibility that may require the attention of the commander.

4-3. PRINCIPLES OF LEADERSHIP. The following principles are excellent guidelines or laws for a cadet to develop his/her leadership capabilities.

1. Know yourself and seek self-improvement.
2. Be proficient in drill, classroom work, and all other requirements expected of a cadet.
3. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions.
4. Make timely and sound good decisions.
5. Set the example, be a role model.
6. Know your cadets and look out for their well being (take care of your cadets).
7. Keep your cadets informed, make sure they know what is going on.
8. Develop a sense of responsibility in your cadets by teaching/showing them how to be leaders.
9. Ensure that the mission given a cadet is understood, supervised, and accomplished.
10. Train your cadets as a team and develop in them a desire to take care of each other.
11. Train your cadets to be the very best and provide them opportunities to demonstrate

    their capability.

4-4. FACTORS OF LEADERSHIP. The four major factors of leadership are the follower, leader, communication, and the situation. They have a significant impact on what actions the leader should take and when he/she should take them.

1. Follower. Different cadets require different approaches in order to get them motivated. Know each of your cadet followers well enough to use the correct approach to motivate him/her to do what is required.

1. Leader. Have an honest understanding of who you are, what you know and what you can do. This is necessary in order for you to control and discipline yourself and to lead your cadets effectively.

1. Communication. Talk and listen to your cadets, communication is a two-way process. Use words, tone of voice, eye contact, gestures, and etc. that will build a bond of mutual trust and respect between you and your cadets.

1. Situation. Because all situations are different, what worked in one situation may not work in another situation. Be flexible and quick to determine what will work best in the situation at hand.

4-5. BE, KNOW, AND DO. To be a competent leader, there are certain things that you must be, know, and do.

1. Be committed to ethical behavior and possess the character traits of a leader.

1. Know yourself, your cadets, your job, your unit, human nature, and how the four factors of leadership affect each other.

1. Do determine what your cadets need to do, communicate to your cadets what they need to do and how it is to be done, and motivate your cadets to do what needs to be done.

4-6. BATTALION COMMANDER AND STAFF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES.

1. A. Battalion Commander. This position is the most demanding in the Cadet Corps. The instructor staff selects the cadet for this position based on demonstrated leadership ability and academic standing. The appointed cadet must be able to apply common sense and judgment in the solving of problems that affect the entire cadet corps. The battalion commander must be mature, willing to accept responsibility, and able to effectively delegate authority and supervise subordinates. The battalion commander controls the staff through the battalion executive officer and the companies in the cadet chain of command. Specific duties and responsibilities of the battalion commander include:

1. Command the battalion at all formations.

2. Prepare for and conduct the training of the battalion on drill days.
3. Maintain a direct and personal relationship with the staff and the company commanders.
4. Encourage the company commanders to communicate freely.
5. Use the staff to assist in gathering information and preparing plans for conducting training and controlling the battalion.
6. Designate staff officers to assist in the preparation, execution, and supervision of orders.
7. Ensure that feelings of mutual respect and confidence exist between the staff and company commanders.
8. Ensure that staff members are capable and that they understand their responsibilities to the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, and to the corps of cadets.
9. Ensure orders and actions are in compliance with JROTC regulations, policies, and directives and with local school regulations and policies.
10. Execute all responsibilities in the name of the Senior Army Instructor; seek advice and assistance from the instructor staff and carry out all of their directives quickly and completely.
11. Arrange the required meetings and assemble the required command or staff personnel to determine any actions that may be necessary in fulfilling the obligations of the cadet battalion.
12. Be prepared to evaluate any member of the battalion, but specifically the battalion headquarters personnel and the company commanders.
13. Make operational decisions for the cadet battalion.
14. Preside over officer calls.
15. Work with school authorities in coordinating activities of the cadet battalion with the organizations of the school, ensuring that battalion activities are in accordance with school policy.
16. In coordination with the Senior Army Instructor, assign missions to all extracurricular team captains such as (drill, rifle, color guard, and so on).
17. Be responsible for all the battalion does or fails to do.

1. Battalion Executive Officer (XO). The battalion executive officer supervises, directs, and coordinates the cadet battalion staff to prevent overlapping efforts and to ensure that the commander’s desires are understood and achieved. The cadet battalion XO keeps the staff informed of the commander’s policies and keeps the cadet battalion commander informed of the status of projects assigned to the staff. The cadet battalion XO assumes command of the cadet battalion I the absence of the cadet battalion commander. Specific duties and responsibilities of the XO include:

1. Organize the cadet battalion staff properly and ensure that it works as a team.
2. Inspect the work of the cadet battalion staff and make other inspections as directed by the cadet battalion commander.
3. Ensure that the battalion staff officers prepare and submit reports on time and that they are engaged in future planning.
4. Act as the commander of troops during ceremonies.
5. Ensure that instructions and orders issued to the cadet battalion are in accordance with the established policies of the cadet battalion commander; report violations of orders to the cadet battalion commander.
6. Perform other duties as assigned by the cadet battalion commander or the JROTC instructor staff.

1. Battalion Adjutant (S-l). The battalion adjutant is the administrative assistant to the battalion commander. The adjutant is also responsible for performing other administrative duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff. Specific duties and responsibilities of the adjutant include:

1. Assist in aligning the battalion at all battalion formations.

2. Receive the report at battalion formations from the company commanders and receive the names of absentees from the sergeant major.

3. Plan for the conduct of special ceremonies in coordination with the operations and training officer.
4. Prepare and publish any orders necessary for the operation of the cadet battalion.
5. Maintain the qualification records and personal files on all cadets.
6. Publish and execute the cadet battalion’s recruiting plan.
7. Collect, consolidate, post, and maintain all merit and demerit reports and records.
8. Coordinate with the company commanders and the battalion staff on recommendations to the instructor staff on reassignments and organization; assign cadets to the various companies and maintain a record of those assignments.
9. Prepare periodic strength reports under the supervision of the instructor staff and keep the manning board posted and up to date.
10. Report incidents that are prejudicial to good order and discipline, and submit reports to the instructor staff, the cadet battalion commander, and the executive officer.
11. In coordination with the S-2, make recommendations to improve morale and welfare of the cadet battalion.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

1. Security Officer (S-2). The battalion security officer is responsible to the battalion commander and the instructor staff in matters pertaining to unit security and enforces the provisions of the security requirements for the battalion.. Specific duties and responsibilities of the S-2 include:

1. Assist in making periodic inspections of the security of weapons (if available within the unit).

2. Make periodic inspections of the security of the supply room and equipment storage areas.
3. Make necessary on-the-spot corrections resulting from security inspections and keep the battalion commander and instructor staff informed.
4. In coordination with the S-I, report incidents that are prejudicial to good order and discipline, and submit reports to the instructor staff, the cadet battalion commander, and the executive officer.
5. Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff. For example, in some JROTC units, the S-2 may also be responsible for the information center and the duties of a public affairs officer if one is not assigned or for the duties of an ordnance officer if one is not assigned.

1. Battalion Operations and Training Officer (S-3). The battalion S-3 assists the battalion commander in the preparation, conduct, and supervision of all training activities of the cadet battalion. Additionally, the S-3 keeps the commander advised on the progress of training within the battalion. Specific duties and responsibilities of the S-3 include:

1. Preparing weekly training schedules.
2. Select and designate cadet instructors in coordination with the instructor staff; post the weekly training schedules no later than one week in advance of training on all bulletin boards.
3. Assign areas for outdoor training and ensure classrooms are available and prepared for instruction.
4. Inspect the drill field prior to use by the battalion and prepare it for ceremonies.
5. Coordinate the training of the rifle team (s), drill team (s), Color Guard, and the honor guard; also, coordinate training for guidon bearers and manual of the saber for cadet officers.
6. Organize events such as reviews, parades, and extracurricular activities.
7. Plan and supervise field events.
8. Inspect cadet training for compliance.
9. Maintain the unit reference library.
10. Maintain the training portion of cadet records.
11. Assume command of the battalion in the absence of both the battalion commander and XO.
12. Supervise the activities of the battalion communications officer.
13. Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.
14. Battalion Logistics or Supply Officer (S-4). The battalion supply officer is responsible for the maintenance, security, record keeping, issue, and turn-in of all U.S. government property (except ordnance). The S-4 coordinates the securing of property with the S-2. Specific duties and responsibilities of the supply officer include:

1. Create a JROTC Clothing and Equipment Record for each cadet. Maintain all cadet supply records in proper order.
2. Maintain accountability of all equipment and supplies used by the unit.
3. Conduct periodic inventories of the on-hand supplies and equipment; submit weekly reports to the instructor staff on the availability of supplies and on the condition of equipment.
4. Ensure that adequate cleaning materials are available for use during assigned maintenance activities.
5. In coordination with the battalion sergeant major, make periodic inspections of the national, state, and organizational Colors for serviceability.
6. Maintain security of all items of clothing and equipment in the supply room and training aids storage area.
7. Maintain the supply room in a neat and orderly fashion at all times.
8. Maintain a running inventory of all supplies/property; determine supply requirements; and prepare requisitions for equipment and supplies required for the cadet battalion.
9. Issue clothing, insignia, and other supply items as directed by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.
10. Collect and dispose of excess salvage equipment and clothing.
11. Supervise the activities of the battalion ordnance officer (if assigned).
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

1. Battalion Recruitment and Information Officer (S-5). The battalion recruitment and information officer is the coordinator for all battalion recruitment activities and primary contact between the Cadet Corps and all news media to include student publications. The S-5 must develop methods to ensure the recruitment of top quality students into the JROTC program and assure that JROTC activities are publicized in such a way as to create the best possible image of the Cadet Corps. Specific duties and responsibilities of the recruitment and information officer include:

1. Preparing a Recruiting and Publicity campaign for each school year. This campaign will be in the form of a written plan and presented to the SAI for approval.
2. Preparing and distributing news releases to all elements of the local media (newspapers, radio, television, etc.). News releases will be prepared on all JROTC activities to include the Military Ball, Dining-In/Out, Formal Inspections, Awards Day, parades and ceremonies, trips, and visits of dignitaries.
3. Coordinating with the editors of the Daily Reflector newspapers and yearbook staff for publicity concerning the Drill Team, Color Guard, Raider Detachment, Rifle Team, Saber Team and similar items.
4. Maintaining a Cadet Information Center with information regarding JROTC Scholarships, USMA Preparatory School, service academies, and colleges plus universities requirements and application.
5. Keeping the Charger Battalion Scrapbook, of historical events pertaining to JROTC and individual cadet activities up to date. Copies of all news articles, photographs, and other items of information pertaining to the Cadet Corps will be included in this record of the Scrapbook.
6. Learn how to operate a video recorder and 35mm camera. Be prepared to accompany members of the Charger Battalion on all JROTC trips to properly cover the activity for publicity stories.
7. Coordinate public service events and plans such events in coordination with the S-3.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the executive officer, battalion commander, and SAI.

1. Armorer. The Battalion and Platoon level armors supervises the issue and turn-in of weapons on battalion drill days, supervises the cleaning/maintenance of all weapons, and advises the battalion commander and the SAI on the condition of al l weapons. Specific duties and respon­sibilities of the ordnance officer include:

1. Develop and maintaining the Master Weapons Assignment Chart.
2. Prepare and issue Individual Weapons Cards (IJA Form 3749),
3. Maintain an up to date access roster for the arms area and insuring that company and team armorers are appointed.
4. Ensure that only authorized personal enter the arms area.
5. Conduct a daily physical inventory (visual count) to ensure that the correct number of weapons are on hand.
6. Insure that adequate cleaning and preserving materials are on hand/available for use by proper coordination with the S-4.
7. Arrange for maintenance and cleaning details as required.
8. Keep the arms area in a high state of police.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the executive officer, battalion commander, and SAI.

1. Command Sergeant Major (CSM). The CSM is the principal cadet enlisted assistant to the battalion commander. As the senior enlisted member of the Cadet Corps, the CSM supervises the other noncommissioned officers of the battalion with particular emphasis on the company first sergeants.

Specific duties and responsibilities of the CSM include:

1. Assist subordinate NCOs, the battalion XO, and the adjutant with administrative duties/details.
2. Advise and assist the battalion commander in all matters pertaining to the enlisted members of the cadet battalion.
3. Assist the adjutant in the formation and alignment of the battalion at all battalion formations.
4. Receive lists of absentees from the companies and submit them to the adjutant.
5. Supervise the color guard and all flag details. Ensure that company first sergeants submit their weekly flag details on time, post those rosters, and ensure that members selected for detail receive their notification slips prior to the assignment.
6. Ensure the flag details are properly trained.
7. Ensure that the battalion area, including the drill field, is maintained in a high state of police at all times and that JROTC offices and classrooms are kept neat and orderly.
8. Preside over all noncommissioned officer promotion boards.
9. Assume command of the battalion in the absence of all officers.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the battalion commander, battalion executive officer, or the instructor staff.

4-7.    COMPANY OFFICERS’ DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

1. Company Commander: A good company commander is an outstanding leader with lots of initiative. Company commanders get things done. Until orders reach a company commander, they are just plans, something that someone would like to have accomplished. Rather than waiting to be told what to do, company commanders think and plan ahead what seems best for the company. They use common sense action and try not to worry about making mistakes, knowing that the greatest mistake is to do nothing when action is required. Company commanders use all available help to accomplish company duties and to keep subordinates informed, at the same time ensuring that the goals of the mission remain in focus.

 A company commander provides the why and how to accomplish the assigned mission. They must then check and inspect to ensure that what needed to be done is being accomplished. They mus t be outstanding leaders with plenty of initiative. Company commanders do not wait for someone to tell them what to do – they think ahead and plan what is best for the company.

Specific duties and responsibilities of company commanders include:

1. Commanding the company at all formations.
2. Consulting the training schedules, studying the drill references, and insuring that all subordinates are prepared to instruct.
3. Consulting the SAI each day prior to formation in reference to changes in training or other information that may need to be announced.
4. Keeping the company executive officer and first sergeant informed plus ensuring that they keep the company commander informed.
5. Assuring that all required reports are forwarded to the battalion headquarters on time and in the proper format.
6. Recommend subordinates for promotion, reduction, assignments, and reassignments.
7. Administer the leadership development as outlined in Appendix A.
8. Prepare Cadet Evaluation Reports as required.
9. Prepare a record of formal counseling anytime a member of the company is counseled and file it in the appropriate cadet record.
10. Assuring that all members of the company know and use the chain of command.
11. Conducting an inspection during each company formation; make on the spot corrections and follow through on later inspections to insure that the cadets are not making the same mistakes repeatedly; take an interest in the problems of cadets within the company and make a sincere effort to help solve the problem.
12. Executing orders of the battalion commander even though you make personally disagree with them. As for as the cadets in your company are concerned, the orders of the battalion commander are your orders and must be given in that manner.
13. When encountering a question that you cannot answer or a problem you cannot solve, seek advice and assistance. First ask the battalion commander; if he can not help, seek the assistance of AI. If you are still not satisfied, discuss the problem with the SAI.
14. Serve as member of board as designated by the battalion commander.

1. Company Executive Officer (XO): The company executive officer assists the company commander in the training of the company and performs such administrative duties designated by the company commander. The executive officer must be well versed in all functions of the company and be prepared to assume the command of the company in the absence of the commander.

1. Platoon Leader: The platoon leader's responsibilities to the company commander are the same as the company commander's responsibilities to the battalion commander. Platoon leaders must be experts in all phases of drill and train their platoon for perfection. Platoon leaders have the most desirable cadet officer assignment in the battalion because they are leaders with direct responsibility for the command and control of a unit composed of their peers.  Accomplish the mission at hand and the reward will be everlasting confidence in your ability to perform the adult-size job of assisting fellow cadets in becoming better citizens.  Such an accomplishment is worthy of the highest praise.  Above all, platoon leaders must take care of their cadets and ensure that the mission is accomplished.  Specific duties of a platoon leader include:

1. Keep the company commander apprised of the status of the platoon at all times.
2. Organize and maintain an effective chain of command. Learn the name of every one in your platoon and used their names when addressing them.
3. Conduct an inspection of the platoon at formations.
4. Use the chain of command to accomplish tasks; work mainly with the platoon sergeant and the squad leaders.
5. Know all cadet regulations and ensure that all members of the platoon also know and follow them.
6. Enforce orders from superiors whether you agree with them or not; however, if you think an order is wrong, discuss it with the chain of command or the instructors, as necessary. Develop a spirit of teamwork so as to instill respect, obedience, and cooperation in the unit.
7. Know all phases of drill; be able to supervise/conduct platoon drill and, if you are the senior officer present in a formation, be able to conduct company drill.
8. Set high standards of personal appearance and conduct for yourself. Remember, the platoon leader sets the example for the platoon to follow.

4-8.   COMPANY NONCOMISSIONED OFFICERS’ DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

1. A. First Sergeant: The company first sergeant is responsible to the company XO (if assigned) or to the company commander for administrative matters. The company first sergeant is responsible for company formations, submits absentee reports to the battalion sergeant major, checks all merits and demerits with the company commander before submitting them to the S-1, and keeps the company commander informed on all matters pertaining to health and welfare of the unit. Specific duties of the first sergeant include:

1. Responsibility for the initial formation and alignment of the company except when directed otherwise by the company commander.
2. Taking attendance report at each formation, reporting absentees to the company commander, and recording the absences on the roll cards.
3. Insuring that all cadets are properly uniformed and have the proper equipment.
4. Assists company commander & XO’s in the administration of the company as directed.
5. Detailing NCO and privates for flag detail as required.
6. Maintaining the company roll cards in a neat and orderly manner.

7. Being familiar with all phases of drill and ceremonies, the reference is FM 22-5.
8. Being prepared to assume command of the company in the absence of all cadet commissioned officers.

1. Company Armorer: Under the supervision of the executive officer, the armorer is in charge of he company's weapons in the arms area. The armorer will ensure the prompt and efficient issue and turn-in of weapons, as required, and perform such other duties as may be assigned by the executive officer and/or company commander. Specific duties of the armorer include:

1. Preparation for replacement issue, Individual Weapons Cards (DA Form 3749).
2. Ensuring that adequate cleaning and preserving materials are on hand/available for issue on maintenance days.
3. Ensuring compliance with JROTC Department Security SOP for issue, turn-in, and storage of weapons.
4. Conducting inspections of weapons for serviceability, tagging for unserviceable weapons, and reporting the status of the executive officer.
5. Keeping the arms area in a high state of police.
6. Function as the company guidon bearer during all ceremonies and parades.
7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the executive officer and/or company commander.

1. Platoon Sergeant: Platoon sergeants set the example at all times; assist in the supervision of the squad leaders; develop a spirit of teamwork in the platoon; submit absentee reports to the company first sergeant; assist the platoon leader in training the platoon; counsel personnel at a squad leader’s request; and assume control of the platoon in the absence of the platoon leader. Specific duties of the platoon sergeant include:

1. Enforcing orders and instructions of the platoon leader.
2. Forming the platoon in the prescribed area at the proper time.

3. Supervising the squad leader in the inspection of their squads.
4. Knowing and following the correct procedure for forming the platoon and receiving the report from the squad leaders and reporting the status of the platoon to the first sergeant.
5. Developing a spirit of teamwork within the platoon and demanding respect from each member of the platoon.
6. Being thoroughly familiar with drill and ceremonies as prescribed in FM 22-5 and cadet SOP.
7. Knowing and insisting that all members of the platoon know the regulations of the Charger Battalion Cadet Corps. If necessary, conduct classes for those who do not know.
8. Be prepared to assume command of the platoon in the absence of the platoon leader.

1. Squad Leader/Assistant Squad Leader: Squad leaders are responsible to their platoon leader/sergeant for the appearance, conduct, training, and discipline of their squad. They ensure that each squad member learns and does what is expected, and maintains high standards of behavior. Specific duties of the squad leader include:

1. Set the example at all times.
2. Know the number, names, and personal information of all assigned personnel.
3. Counsel/assist squad members with JROTC matters or help them find solutions to other issues when possible; refer to the platoon sergeant/leader if you are unable to handle/resolve an issue.
4. Form the squad correctly. Make an accurate report by name of those persons present and absent during common hour activities, company platoon/formations, and other cadet battalion activities.

5. Be thoroughly familiar with individual, squad, and platoon drill. When conducting drill, instruct/demonstrate the movement, allow time for individual performance; then supervise team leaders and squad members to ensure they perform properly. Conduct inspections to ensure personnel are prepared for training.
6. Develop responsibility and leadership in team leaders and be the first person they turn to for assistance and advice.

Standard Operating Procedure