TX Cadet Guide *********** Air Force Core Values. DRIVE DETERMINES DESTINATION Westbury High School AFJROTC

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1 Cadet Name: Cadet Guide *********** TX-923 DRIVE DETERMINES DESTINATION Westbury High School AFJROTC Air Force Core Values INTEGRITY first Service before self -- Excellence in all we do

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section A - Objectives and Organizations Page # 1. Mission and Objectives 3 2. Duties and Responsibilities 3 3. Organizational Chard and Unit Management Document (UMD) 3 Section B - Promotion and Rank Structure 4. Cadet Appointment and Rotation 5 5. Permanent Rank 5 6. Temporary Rank 5 7. Promotion Criteria 6 8. Demotion Criteria 6 Section C - Cadet Responsibilities and Cadet Operations 9. Cadet Authority and Limitations Cadet Officer/NCO Responsibilities Cadet Conduct and Discipline Saluting Flag Procedures National Anthem Cadet Meetings Mandatory Formations 11 Section D - Uniform Procedures 17. Uniform Wear Procedures Uniform Inspections Uniform Appearance Standards - Female Uniform Appearance Standards - Male General Accessories Textbook and Uniform Accountability 15 Section E - Course Content and Procedures 23. Classroom Instruction Homework Makeup Classroom and Office Procedures Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) Community Service Hours Extracurricular Activities Co-curricular Activities Parent Consent Form Individual and Flight Competition Cadet Board 20 Section F Job Descriptions 34. The Organization 22 Section G Awards & Decorations 35. Awards & Decorations Valor Awards National Awards AFJROTC Awards 1 34

3 39. Insignia, Badges, and Patches Shoulder Cords 36 Section H Certificates of Training/Completion 41. Certificates of Training/Completion 38 Section I Scholastic Information and Academy Nominations 42. Scholarships & Academy Nominations 39 Section J Commander s Corner 43. Commander s Call & Staff Meeting Procedures Air Force Junior ROTC Grading Policy 40 Attachment # 1. Unit Manning Document (UMD) Organizational Charts Step Drill Sequence Uniform Inspection Sheet Chain of Command Uniform Wear Community Service Hours Worksheet Cadet Creed Air Force Song Cadet Contract HISD School Calendar Promotion Recommendation & Score Sheet Cadet Evaluation Report Cadet Counseling Report Ribbon Chart 67 2

4 1. Mission and Objectives: Section A Objectives and Organization 1.1. The mission of Westbury High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) is to educate and train students in citizenship; promote community service; develop leadership; instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline; and instruct in air, space, and leadership fundamentals The mission of the cadet s organization is to provide a vehicle for the application of leadership techniques, develop an understanding of the military command structure, need for discipline, and knowledge of drill and ceremonies In accomplishing its mission, the cadets organization will satisfy the following objectives: Encourage a high degree of self-awareness and leadership Promote citizenship Promote habits of order, precision and responsibility Develop respect for constituted authority Develop the ability to perform basic military skills associated teamwork Promote the Air Force Core Values of Integrity First, Service before Self, and Excellence in all We do. 2. Duties and Responsibilities: 2.1. Instructor Organization. The Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) conducts and manages the AFJROTC program in accordance with Air Force directives. The Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) assists the SASI. AFJROTC Instructors teach all Aerospace Science, Leadership Education and Fitness classes Cadet Organization. The organization that directs cadet activities is referred to as the TEXAS- 923 Cadet Group (TX-923 CG) as defined in the organizational structure found in The Cadet Guide, copies of the guide are available in all TX-923 classrooms and offices. 3. Organizational Chart and Unit Managing Documents (UMD): 3.1. Unit Manning Document (Attachment 1) break the functions of the unit into specialized tasks. The responsibilities associated with each task are found in the corresponding job descriptions in (Section F). Each cadet must study all the job descriptions to gain a more complete understanding of jobs as they relate to the total AFJROTC program The Organizational Chart (Attachment 2) reflects a Chain of Command by connecting the functions or positions. Information, guidance, and decisions flow down the Chain of Command in the form or oral and written instructions. Information and recommendations also flow up the chain of command are used by cadet leaders in decision making. Communication must be followed by the Chain 3

5 of Command in order for success Authorized leadership positions are shown in the Unit Manning Document found in (Attachment 1). Cadets must learn the duties and responsibilities of assigned positions. Promotions up the Chain of Command will be based on job performance and responsibilities The Public Affairs Officer (P.A.O) and the Command Chief Master Sergeant (CCMSgt) will maintain a current Organizational Chart visible and accessible to all cadets A Unit Manning Document (UMD) (Attachment 2) is used as a guide for position and rank authorizations for the TX-923 CG. 4

6 4. Cadet Appointment and Rotation: Section B Promotion and Rank Structure 4.1. The SASI selects the TX-923 CG Commander (CC). The TX-923 CG/CC with SASI/ASI approval selects subordinate commanders and staff members as required by the organizational structure. Positions are on a probation basis for the first 6 weeks of the selection. Positions are made temporary based on cadets making satisfactory progress per the SASI/ASI. Cadets must maintain good academic and good conduct standing in any classes to hold leadership positions in the TX-923 CG Rotation of cadet positions is usually made at the end of each school semester. This can be done around December/January(Change of Command) to allow those taking those positions next fall to prepare before selecting their new staff. **Due to experience limitations, it may be necessary to keep some cadets in some specific positions for longer periods, i.e., Group Commander, Squadron Commanders, Flight Commanders, Personnel and Logistics Officer/NCO, etc.** 4.3. Special promotions may be made at any time by the SASI/ASI to fill a vacant position or to recognize special merit. 5. Permanent Rank: 5.1. All cadets will have a permanent rank based on the number of semesters of AFJROTC successfully completed, promotions are usually at the beginning of the second semester Permanent rank is as follows: First year>c/airman Second year>c/airman First Class Third year>c/senior Airman Fourth year> C/Staff Sergeant 6. Temporary Rank: 6.1. Cadets have temporary rank based upon an assigned position as indicated in the UMD (Attachment 1). While the UMD shows the maximum rank, initial assignment will normally be at a lower rank based on their experience. Promotion and retention is not automatic and depends on the performance of the cadet with approval of the SASI/ASI and Special Orders published by Personnel Officer (P.O) Cadets serving in a command or staff position may revert to their permanent grade upon completion of these duties. Fourth year cadets may retain the highest rank on a case-by-case basis and as approved by the SASI/ASI. Both instances are at the discretion of the SASI/ASI. 6.3 Leadership School graduates, from an approved Summer Leadership School course (i.e. Cadet Leadership Course (CLC), Lone Star UTSA, AFJROTC Leadership Academy, HISD JROTC JCLC, Camp Strake OLS, etc ) are those cadets that will be first considered for leadership positions in the TX-923 CG. The SASI/ASI may approve or appoint any cadet from any year group a leadership position based on performance and merit All positional promotions are recommended by the TX-923 CG/CC, Command Staff, Flight 5

7 Squadron, Mission Support Squadron, and Instructors Support Staff. All promotions are approved by the SASI/ASI. The Personnel Officer (P.O) publishes orders to award the rank that will be presented to the cadet during the ceremony or event (Change of Command, Class, Commanders Call, etc.) 6.5 Cadets holding a position of rank that are placed on Red Flag Status (RFS), may be considered to be removed from their position or will be placed on probation and/or demoted. See (paragraph 11.5) for explanation of the RFS process. 7. Promotion Criteria: 7.1. Promotions will be awarded in such a manner that cadets will experience ever increasing rank and responsibility The best qualified individual, as evidenced by their individual performance and objective scores and other criteria, will usually be promoted ahead of all others. The Promotion Recommendation and Score Sheet, Cadet Evaluation Report (CER), the Cadet Counseling Report (CCR) will be tools used to determine the best qualified individual Objective scores are such things as AFJROTC academic grades, overall school grades, participation in AFJROTC activities, participation in other school activities, and/or graduation of a leadership school Other criterion may also be used for promotion: factors such as cadet participation and availability, compliance with standards, involvement in extracurricular activities, and potential for leadership growth. Personal characteristics such as ability, attitude, citizenship, initiative, loyalty, maturity, and trustworthiness may also be taken into account during promotion consideration, and upholding the Air Force Core Values of 1) Integrity First 2) Service Before Self and 3) Excellence In All We Do. 8. Demotion Criteria: 8.1. Non-Performance of duty, poor (failing) grades, no wear of PT/Service Uniform, and citizenship/conduct are primary criterion for demotion Non-Performance. When a cadet is appointed to a new position, a probationary period will be given to learn the job (six weeks cycle). After this period, cadets who perform poorly, or clearly show they do not intend to accept the responsibilities associated with a position, will be removed, possibly demoted and replaced by the SASI/ASI Grades. Cadets who fail to maintain an AFJROTC average grade of 85% (officers) or 75% (NCOs) will be placed on probation through the next grading period. Cadets receiving two D s or an F in another academic class will also be placed on probation. The (RFS) program can be used to identify the probation period and reason. Ensure it is documented what (RFS) category that applies (Academic RFS, Military RFS, Discipline RFS, Health/Medical RFS, etc ). Failure to achieve the required grades while on probation may result in demotion to permanent rank and removal from their leadership positions. 8.2 Citizenship. This is the primary focus of AFJROTC. Actions as indicated below discredit the Cadet Corps and may result in loss of position and/or a demotion: Public Display of Affection (PDA) between cadets during school or any AFJROTC activity. (PDA) is defined as holding hands, hugging, kissing, etc., whether in or out of the AFJROTC uniform. 6

8 This can create the perception of favoritism and lowers the spirit of the corps. This will lead into an immediate (RFS) especially for those within the Command Staff and not following the AFJROTC Core Values Assignment to In-School Suspension (ISS), Student Referral Center (SRC), or home suspension Malicious gossip, harassing, hazing, bullying, perpetuating rumors, and inappropriate conversation or attitude towards faculty or other cadets Failure to wear the uniform on consecutive occasions may result in demotion and/or loss of position. If the cadet fails to wear the uniform or continues to wear it inappropriately he/she may be considered for (RFS) and removal from the program The TX-923 CG/CC will discuss demotion actions with the SASI/ASI. The SASI will make the final determination. All cadets being considered for demotion and position removal will be counseled by the SASI/ASI before actions are taken. Cadets that are counseled may have this information documented in their individual CMS binder (see 11.5 for RFS procedures). 7

9 Section C Cadet Responsibilities and Cadet Operations 9. Cadet Authority and Limitations: 9.1. Cadet Officers and NCOs are authorized to take charge of and direct subordinate cadets in the performance of TX-923/CG leadership training. They will consistently enforce military discipline and standards and never demean, belittle, harass, haze or use profane or obscene language. Corporal treatment and maltreatment of cadets is strictly prohibited Hazing of cadets is strictly prohibited. Any type of physical or mental abuse and punishment is prohibited. The SASI will brief TX-923/CG and school policies at the beginning of each grading period and to new cadets upon arrival within a grading period. A record of these briefings must be maintained on file. Chaperons for CIA trips will also be briefed by the SASI and given HQ handouts for training concerning hazing Cadets will not attempt to use AFJROTC rank or position in order to obtain personal gain or favor. They will not seek favoritism from teachers or administrators because of their cadet status Cadets will not schedule or take part in any activity, in the capacity of AFJROTC cadets without the prior approval from the SASI/ASI. Such activities include fund raisers, trips, athletic competitions, pep rallies, community events, local or national political action groups or meetings, etc Bullying is not acceptable behavior at HISD or in AFJROTC. Bullying is defined as any act or speech that subjects persons to indignity, humiliation, intimidation, physical abuse or threat of physical abuse, social or other isolation, shame, or disgrace. Cyber-bullying, defined as the use of the Internet, cell phones, or other devices to send, post, or text-message images and material intended to hurt or embarrass another person. NOTE: Abuse of Officer or NCO authority will result in appropriate action taken by the SASI/ASI. 10. Cadet Officer/NCO Responsibilities: Cadet Officers and NCOs will encourage improvement in subordinate s appearance and behavior at any time substandard performance is observed. NOTE: Report major infractions of appearance and behavior standards through the Chain of Command to the TX-923 CG/CC. 11. Cadet Conduct and Discipline: All cadets are expected to operate with minimum supervision and display outstanding citizenship qualities Creation of disturbances displays of insolent attitude or behavior, and/or failure to comply with uniform and appearance standards are considered to be serious breaches of discipline A verbal threat and/or physical attack are classified as an assault and will be just cause for immediate removal from the AFJROTC program All cadets that do not follow procedures in this guide will be verbally counseled by the SASI/ASI and considered for placement on (RFS) depending on the circumstances and prior history. 8

10 Instructors and Cadet Group Staff will make their best effort to document formal verbal counseling that is conducted in the CMS binder as required. These will serve positively if the need arises for a cadet disciplinary board or removal from the program Every cadet will have a CMS binder established when they first enter TX-923/CG and will stay with them throughout their cadet career The Cadet Management System (CMS) binder will consist of the following 8 tabs: 1. Cadet feedback sheet. 2. Activities/Community Service Log. 3. Permanent and Temporary Promotion/Demotion score sheet. 4. Awards and Decorations Log. 5. RFS Red Flag (Counseling/Discipline/Behavior Modification). 6. Health & Wellness Friday/Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) log. 7. Calendar 8. Misc Red Flag Status (RFS) is a status that allows for positive behavior modification A cadet may be placed on RFS when they fail to follow the procedures set forth in this guide Cadets may be placed on RFS after being counseled by the SASI/ASI the counseling may be documented in the CMS binder Documentation in the CMS binder will include: 1. Reasons for counseling and RFS status condition (Discipline RFS, Academic RFS, Health/Medical RFS, Other, etc ). 2. Expectations and goals to include suspense date to come off RFS and correct the deficiency and/or problem. 3. Signature or initials of the SASI/ASI placing cadet on and removing cadet from RFS. The cadet group staff should also be involved with the RFS process. The FLT/CC, SQ/CC, GRP/CC should initial RFS status reports and provide training and guidance to help cadet(s) succeed and improve and reach the goal(s) for RFS removal RFS removal status will be documented and signed/initialed by the ASI and/or SASI. Each cadet will be counseled when removed from RFS The RFS tag will be kept in the front of the CMS binder clearly visible to identify the condition (see for the definition of RFS conditions). A RFS tag will also be kept in the spine of the binder as long as the large red RFS tag is present so that it can be seen when the binder is placed on the shelf and made clearly visible who is on RFS and what is the status condition. A RFS tag will be also placed on the organizational chart to track who in TX-923/CG is on RFS and the status of the condition marked on the tags. This will help the CG/CC, ASI and SASI track who is on RFS RFS is used as a tool to help cadets be their best. RFS should be used on a six week progress cycle. It is not meant for long term. Cadets need to progress and be removed from RFS, normally within the six-weeks of probation and RFS status or should be considered for removal from the program (except those due to Health/Medical RFS or Other RFS depending on the circumstances). 9

11 Cadets on RFS (Discipline RFS, Academic RFS) for three consecutive six week progress cycles may be considered for removal from AFJROTC after reviewing all the circumstances and evidence and convening a cadet board. Parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified during the six week cycles as necessary for their involvement and documented in the CMS binder. They will be informed of the problems, progress and potential for removal from the program if failure to improve SASI /ASI will work with school administrators and counselors to remove cadets who do not meet the standards and remain long periods (three or more progress cycles) on RFS. 12. Saluting: The salute is a courteous exchange of military greeting the world over. It is one of the oldest traditions binding military professionals together The SASI and all cadet officers will be saluted and offered a verbal greeting when outdoors in uniform. When not in uniform, the junior ranking cadet gives a verbal greeting The salute is rendered indoors during class room reporting procedures to the Flight Commander, assigned Commander or Instructor (SASI or ASI). It may also be rendered indoors during an award presentation event or ceremony ( Take, Shake, & Salute ) A salute is never given or returned when carrying something in the right hand or while running. The cadet will empty the right hand or come to a walk, and render the salute when approximately three paces from the SASI or cadet officer. If carrying articles in both hands, a verbal greeting is given. 13. Flag Procedures: Pledge of Allegiance. All cadets will participate in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and Texas flags, during all school/afjrotc activities In-uniform procedures. Stand at attention, face the flag, if visible, and recite the pledge. NOTE: Cadets in uniform do not place their hands over their hearts Out-of-uniform procedures. Stand at attention, face the flag if visible, (males remove headgear), place the right hand over the heart, and recite the pledge If you observe the flag being raised or lowered from any flag staff, while outdoors, in uniform, you will assume the position of attention, present arms and hold it until the flag has reached the summit or base of the flag staff. If you are in civilian clothes, you will assume the position of attention and place the right hand over your heart. Male cadets in civilian attire and wearing headgear, will remove the headgear, holding it to the left shoulder so that the right hand is over the heart When encountering the Color Guard with the flag in route to or from the flagpole, cadets are required to come to attention six paces before and after the Color Guard passes. Cadets in uniform will salute. 14. National Anthem: In-uniform procedures. When the National Anthem is played, all cadets will stand at attention, remain silent, and face the flag or the music if no flag is visible. If outdoors, present arms. 10

12 NOTE: Saluting is not required indoors, except for Color Guard Out-of-uniform procedures. Stand at attention, face the flag, or in the direction of the music, place right hand over the heart. Male cadets in civilian attire and wearing headgear, will remove the headgear, holding it in the right hand and placing it to the left shoulder so that the right hand is over the heart. 15. Cadet Meetings: Commander s Call. Will be conducted by the TX-923 CG/CC (as specified in paragraph 38.1). All Cadet Officers and NCOs will attend Staff meetings. Conducted at the discretion of the TX-923 CG/CC after coordination with the SASI/ASI. If possible, the times and dates will be posted at least 1 week in advance and no later than 2 days prior. If a meeting is missed, a note is required as to why the cadet was not in attendance, which will be placed in the cadets CMS Binder or file NCO Meetings. Conducted at the discretion of the Command Chief Master Sergeant after coordination with the TX-923 CG/CC and SASI/ASI. 16. Mandatory Formations: Mandatory formations are a major part of the course grade. Cadets with unexcused absences risk failure. All absences must be excused by the SASI/ASI. Only medical emergencies or dire family problems will be considered Homecoming Parade. This occurs during the first semester, normally in fall. All cadets need to attend Final Review. This is a formal ceremony held at an HISD Stadium, normally in April. It includes all JROTC units in the HISD JROTC. All cadets need attend. 11

13 Section D Uniform Procedures THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE UNIFORM IS THE SYMBOL OF A PROUD AND HONORABLE SERVICE. ALL CADETS AND INSTRUCTORS WILL WEAR THE UNIFORM WITH THE CARE AND PRIDE IT DESERVES. 17. Uniform Wear Procedures: Wearing the Air Force uniform at least once per week while attending school is a requirement of enrollment in AFJROTC. It is intended to provide practical experience in grooming, behavior, and to generate high personal appearance standards Cadets will wear the prescribed uniform on Wednesday or Thursday, depending on class schedule. Uniforms may be required on other occasions, i.e., co-curricular or extracurricular activities, as determined by the SASI/ASI. NOTE: The uniform must be worn the entire day. Cadets participating in after-school activities can change into appropriate dress after school hours. For AFJROTC activities, the issued utility/pt uniform is the appropriate dress Service Coat. Issued to fourth-year cadets and other cadets performing staff duties or involved in extra-curricular activities that require the wear of the specific uniform item. The service coat must be fully buttoned when worn but can be removed while in the classroom if rank and nametag are visible on blue shirt. The necktie/neck tab is worn with the service coat Zippered Jacket. Issued to cadets when weather dictates as determined by the SASI/ASI. The jacket must be zipped at least halfway. Neck tie is optional Uniform Cap. Must be worn as a part of the uniform during all inspections. The cap must be worn at all times when outdoors even when traveling between classes Cadets are authorized to wear the uniform for AFJROTC activities only. Cadets will not wear the AFJROTC uniform while participating in student demonstrations, to after-school employment, while hitchhiking or any other non-afjrotc sanctioned activity The following is considered inappropriate while in uniform: hands in trousers or coat pockets; chewing gum in formations or classroom; walking and talking on a cell phone, wearing civilian coats, colored scarves, or other nonmilitary items; wearing any type of active duty rank, badge, ribbon or decoration; vulgar conduct and language. 18. Uniform Inspections: Cadet standards of personal appearance while in uniform are the same as U.S. Air Force personnel All cadets will receive a uniform inspection during their AFJROTC class period from their Flight Commander, TX-923 CG/CC, Air Force/HISD Inspector(s), the SASI/ASI, or by an appropriate Officer as declared by the SASI/ASI. Make-up uniform inspections will only be approved by the SASI/ASI with the recommendation of the Flight Commander or Command staff. 12

14 Cadet Officers and the Cadet Chief Master Sergeant will be inspected by the TX-923 CG/CC, Deputy Commander, an Officer of equal or higher rank, or the SASI/ASI during class period The inspector will evaluate and score each personal appearance item as indicated on the uniform inspection score sheet (Attachment 4). Each cadet will start with a score of 100. A score of 70 is required to pass that day s inspection. If the inspection is a make-up inspection the highest score the cadet can receive is a 90. NOTE: Except as noted elsewhere, the minimum score a cadet in uniform can receive is Cadets who fail two consecutive uniform inspections in a grading period are not accepting responsibility for their personal appearance and showing disrespect to the Air Force uniform. As a result, their uniform grade may be a failing grade for that reporting period. Continued failures will result in the uniform recall and course failure Failure to wear the uniform will result in an inspection grade of zero. Cadets absent on uniform day, must wear the uniform on their first AFJROTC class day upon return, unless preapproved by the SASI/ASI. The highest grade possible for a make-up inspection is a 90. NOTE: Failure to wear the uniform two or more times during a grading period may result in a failing six-weeks grade and unsatisfactory conduct. 19. Uniform Appearance Standards Female: Undergarments. A white V-neck, athletic style shirt, or a camisole without design or other color, is required to be worn as an undergarment. Other appropriate undergarments will be worn and will not be exposed to view Hosiery/Socks. Commercial sheer nylon hose, in neutral, black, dark brown or dark blue shade must be worn with uniform skirt and may be worn with slacks. Patterned hose will not be worn. Plain black socks, without design, may be worn when wearing slacks Gloves. Can be worn if weather requires. They must be gray or black, knitted wool or leather, plain in design, and NO ornamentation or zipper Hair will be clean, well-groomed and neat. If dyed, it will look natural Hair will be styled to present a professional appearance. Plain and conservative pins, combs, headbands, elastic bands, and barrettes, are permitted to keep hair in place. They must match hair color. Hair may be visible in front of headgear Hair will not contain excessive grooming aids or worn in extreme or fad styles; touch eyebrows when groomed; extend in length below the bottom edge of the uniform shirt collar at the back of the neck; exceed three inches in bulk or prevent proper wear of headgear; include ornaments such as ribbons or jeweled pins. Hair pins will not be used for holding hats in place. If the hat does not fit correctly then the hair style is extreme or the hat is too small and must be replaced. 13

15 19.5. Body Piercing. Excessive piercing does not present a favorable AFJROTC image. Therefore, tongue, fingernail, eyebrow, nose, or lip rings are prohibited while in uniform and while in the AFJROTC area when out of uniform Jewelry. Must not detract from the wear of the uniform Ear rings. One small, spherical stud, may be worn in each ear lobe. It will not extend below the earlobe. Inappropriate ear rings will not be covered with tape or band-aid Finger rings. No more than three worn. Thumb rings are prohibited Necklaces. Must not extend over the uniform shirt Metal mouth pieces (grills). Will not be worn while in uniform Fingernails. Must not exceed ½ inch in length. Nail polish must be conservative shades of reds, pinks, neutrals, or browns, in single color, without ornamentation. The inspector will determine if color is conservative and in accordance with standards Makeup. Must look natural, conservative, and in good taste. No neon, bright, or extremely dark colored lipstick or eye shadow. Glitter may not be worn. 20. Uniform Appearance Standards - Male: Undergarments. A white V-neck or athletic style shirt without design or other color, is required to be worn as an undergarment. Other appropriate undergarments will be worn and will not be exposed to view Socks. Color must be black without design Gloves. Worn only if weather requires. They must be gray or black, knitted wool or leather, plain in design, and NO ornamentation or zipper Hair will be clean, well groomed and neat. with a tapered appearance on both sides and back, both with and without headgear. Block cut is permitted with tapered appearance. If dyed, must look natural Hair will not contain excessive grooming aids or worn in an extreme or fad style; be visible in front of headgear; touch the ears or the collar, except the closely cut hair on the back of the neck; exceed one 1/4 inch in bulk or interfere with the proper wear of any Air Force headgear Sideburns will be neatly trimmed and tapered and will not extend below the lower opening of the ear Facial hair. Face must be clean shaven. Mustaches may be worn but cannot extend vertically beyond mouth line, and may not extend over the top lip Body Piercing. Does not present a favorable AFJROTC image. Therefore, ear, tongue, fingernail, eyebrow, nose, or lip rings are prohibited while in uniform and while in the AFJROTC area when out of uniform Jewelry. Must not detract from the wear of the uniform. No more than three finger rings will be 14

16 worn. Thumb rings are prohibited. Necklaces must not detract from uniform wear or extend over the shirt. Bracelets must not exceed ½ inch in thickness. Bracelets espousing support for a cause, philosophy, individual or group are not authorized Metal mouth pieces (grills). Will not be worn while in uniform. 21. General Accessories: Service caps (wheel hats). Worn only by cadet officers or Command Chief Master Sergeant. Visor on male cap must be shined Shoes. The issued black shoes must be worn. Shoes must be shined Sunglasses. Military style sunglasses may be worn outdoors while in uniform but will not be worn during inspection. Light sensitive, prescription glasses may be worn at any time. Faddish styles and mirrored lenses are prohibited Name Tags. The Blue name tag will be worn on the AFJROTC uniform shirt only. Do not wear on zippered jacket. Silver nametags, when available will be worn on service coats only. It is required by all cadets in the corps to wear a name tag. Color Guard may wear the silver name tag for performances or competitions Inappropriate items. Radios/IPods, etc. are prohibited at all times in accordance with school policies. Cellular phones and pagers will not be visible while in uniform and must be turned off while in classroom or leadership labs. Exposed wallets, pencils, pens, etc. are also inappropriate Ribbons and Medals. To be worn on the uniform shirts and Service Coat only. 22. Textbook and Uniform Accountability: Protecting AFJROTC and school property is everybody s responsibility. Text books and uniforms are issued to you but remains AFJROTC property. Any cadet observing AFJROTC property outside of the AFJROTC area, unattended, must return it to Logistics A Textbook Issue and a Clothing Issue Receipt detailing the cost of each item must be signed and turned into the SASI/ASI or Logistics Officer/NCO To preclude unnecessary expense or delay of grades, certificates, or diplomas, do the following: Place your name in a conspicuous place inside each uniform item with clothing identification tape or indelible ink (insure bleed-through will not occur) Do not: leave uniform items in unlocked lockers or unattended; lend uniform items or equipment to others; permit anyone to turn in your uniform or equipment items; carry the flight cap with your books (tuck it under your belt). DO NOT!!!! wash pants, jacket, or service coat, they must be dry cleaned When turning-in or exchanging uniform items, deal only with the SASI/ASI or Logistics Officer All uniform alterations including sewing on patches, are done by AFJROTC contract. If you 15

17 alter your uniform, you are liable for any damages Clothing items that become worn or otherwise unserviceable must be turned in as soon as possible. If the unserviceable condition is due to normal use, the items will be replaced at no cost. Items of clothing that do not fit properly should be exchanged. NOTE: AFJROTC uniform items, textbooks, and equipment are accountable items. Certificates and/or diplomas will not be awarded until all debts are satisfied. If you lose it or damage it - you pay for it! 16

18 Section E Course Content and Procedures 23. Classroom Instruction: Aerospace Science (AS) instruction is alternated with Leadership Education (LE) instruction. 24. Homework Makeup: Making up missed work is the cadet s responsibility. All homework assignments and exams provided by the SASI/ASI. Upon return from an absence, you are expected to turn in all scheduled homework and avail yourself immediately for any exam. If you are not sure whether an assignment was given in class, ASK! Prolonged absences will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. 25. Classroom and Office Procedures: Beverages other than water are prohibited in the class room at all times! Deposit all food, gum, or unauthorized beverages in the garbage can before entering. Enter the classroom immediately, place all possessions under assigned seat, stand at Parade Rest, facing forward, and remain QUIET until you receive further instructions by the Flt CC/Sgt, SASI, or ASI When the tardy bell rings, the Flight Sergeant will command: 1. FLIGHT ATTENTION. All cadets will immediately come to the position of attention. 2. The Flight Sergeant will direct the Element Leaders to REPORT. 3. Element Leaders will report: SIR/(MA AM), CADET (last names) ABSENT. 4. If all are present, SIR/(MA AM), ELEMENT # ALL PRESENT. 5. After all element leaders have reported, the Flight Sergeant will salute the Flight Commander 6. Flight Sergeant will report: SIR/(MA AM), ALL PRESENT OR ACCOUNTED FOR. 7. The Commander will return the salute and direct AT EASE or SEATS for any comments. The first five minutes of class are flight time to be used for announcements and to take roll call. Cadets will stand at attention briefly, and answer Here, Sir/Ma am when their name is called and then take a seat.if more time is needed, the Flight Commander must coordinate with the Instructor before class When flight time is over, the Flight Commander will order: 1. FLIGHT ATTENTION and salute the Instructor. 2. Report: SIR, FLIGHT IS PREPARED FOR INSTRUCTION. 3. The Instructor will return the salute. The instructor will provide the CC with further instruction and ask to have the Flight take their seats. 4. The Flight Commander will then direct.. SEATS Classroom discipline. Except during free-flowing discussion, cadets are expected to remain silent until recognized by the Flight Leaders or Instructor. Flight Leaders are responsible for maintaining classroom discipline. NOTE: Flight Leaders are the Commander, Sergeant, and Element Leaders Approximately five minutes prior to end of class, the Instructor will terminate his/her 17

19 presentation and direct the Flight Commander to take charge. 1. The Flight Commander will come to ATTENTION and salute. 2. The Flight Commander or Flight Sergeant will make any necessary comments, clean up the classroom and straighten desks. 3. When the bell rings the Flight Sergeant will direct FLIGHT ATTENTION, if at ease, and DISMISSED. 4. All cadets will exit the room QUIETLY and ORDERLY Chewing gum is prohibited at all times in the AFJROTC classroom, office areas, and during outdoor leadership laboratories Cadets will not sit on desk-top and will never use the Instructor s desk or equipment without permission SASI/ASI Office Procedures. Before entering SASI/ASI office, stand at Parade Rest, and knock once on the appropriate door. When the SASI/ASI responds, come to the Position of Attention and state your business. Enter only when directed. If you enter, use proper reporting procedures Logistics Area. Cadet access is restricted to Group Commander, Honor Guard Commander, Special Teams Commander and Logistics staff. Logistics area is not a lounging area for cadets or Logistics personnel. 26. Presidential Fitness Program (PFP): While emphasis is placed on physical fitness throughout the school year, class time is used on Fridays to conduct Wellness. Physical conditioning is conducted in accordance with the supplemental Wellness Cadet Guide, which will be given to each cadet for use and tracking improvement. Grade will be assessed for participation. An initial and a final assessment will be conducted. Wellness participation is mandatory per Air Force JROTC Curriculum Those enrolled in AFJROTC class should be awarded a Physical Education (PE) credit therefore it is mandatory and necessary for you to participate, to the best of your ability, in the Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) (If a cadet is not participating, they will not receive a grade for that day.) Friday is designated as a Cadet Health and Wellness Day. Daily activities range from Health & Wellness lessons/presentations, sport activities such as Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Rock Wall climbing, Volleyball, Flag Football, Frisbee throwing, Orienteering, Marksmanship, Calisthenics, Walking/Jogging, Team Building Activities, Games, and Sport Competitions, and Special Teams activities/familiarization: i.e. about S.T.E.M. projects, color guard, Drill Team Philosophy or Marksmanship discipline To further provide wellness opportunities there will be afterschool sport events scheduled for cadets to compete against other cadets. The following events (Soccer, Volleyball, Flag Football, Basketball, Track & Field, and others) should be scheduled throughout the cadet calendar, at Westbury, from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. Cadets must have a signed parental permission slip for after school activities on file to participate. 18

20 27. Community Service Hours: Time spent working in the community on AFJROTC-SPONSORED events can be counted for service hours. Service hours will be used to satisfy graduation portfolio requirements, recognition, promotions, and to reinforce desirable behavior Service hours are awarded for: AFJROTC community service as determined by the SASI/ASI; examples are special team appearances, public parades, volunteering at the Children s Museum, etc To insure accuracy and accountability, the Deputy Commander will oversee the Community Service Hours detailing the event, the project officer, cadets involved, and when it occurred. The Activities/Community Service Officer will track events in WINGS. It is the responsibility of the cadet to track individual community service hours using the AFJROTC Community Service Hours Worksheet (Attachment 7). The form will be maintained in cadet file in the CMS Binder. 28. Extracurricular Activities: Extracurricular activities or functions are planned by cadets and serve to augment classroom and leadership education requirements. Special teams such as drill, color guard, saber, model aeronautics, dining-out, cadet ball, flight fights, etc., are examples and add interest and prestige to the AFJROTC program No Pass, No Play. All JROTC competition activities fall under interscholastic, nonathletic (UIL) rules as defined by Texas law. NOTE: Failure of any subject during a six weeks grading period may make a cadet ineligible for competition. Continued failure constitutes removal from teams until failing is corrected All extracurricular activities will have a cadet in-charge who has total responsibility for its success. Some of the responsibilities include promoting team continuity, cadets are normally restricted to one or two teams and not usually allowed to switch to another during the semester. SASI/ASI may approve deviations. 29. Co-curricular Activities: These activities are used to motivate and reinforce the curriculum and the learning experiences of all cadets Awareness Presentation Team (APT). The APT is an academic endeavor designed to provide positive role models for elementary and middle school students. Its purpose is to help younger students develop into good citizens of the community by avoiding self-defeating behavior patterns and chemical dependence. It provides the cadet a practical application of skills learned in leadership education Co-curricular Field Trips. Field trips are planned to aerospace facilities, college campuses, military installations, museums, Wings Over Houston Air Show, and AFJROTC leadership schools and workshops. Cadets can also expect to travel off campus in order to march in local parades, and participate in HISD s JROTC Final Review Funding is provided by the Air Force for most transportation. Cadets and chaperons may be required to pay for some meals and admission costs. 19

21 29.5. Only cadets with parent and teacher approval will participate in field trips. NOTE: Participation in extracurricular or co-curricular activities will be limited to those cadets who reflect a positive attitude, positive behavior and conduct, and maintain academic standards, with final approval from SASI/ASI. 30. Parent Consent Form: Every AFJROTC extracurricular/co-curricular activity is a school sponsored event and must have a parent consent form, no exceptions, identify non-participants. 31. Individual and Flight Competition: Competition promotes self-confidence and increases morale (esprit de corps) Cadet of the Month. One cadet should be recommended by the Flight Commander each month during the school year (except August and June) to a Cadet Board. The approval/disapproval will be made by the SASI/ASI. Should there be no nominations by the Cadet Staff the SASI/ASI will select the winners Each Flight Commander submits a recommendation for a cadet in their Flight to the Personnel Officer one week prior to the convening of a Cadet Board Consideration will be given to academic and leadership performance, attitude, wear of the uniform, personal appearance, participation in extracurricular activities and other factors which define the individual s performance as outstanding Cadets may be selected for this award no more than once during the school year. They will be presented a certificate Honor Flight. The Flight recognized for outstanding participation in all items listed: 1. Flight Fight Results (should be December &April of each school year) 2. Uniform Inspections 3. Attendance in AFJROTC 4. Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) Participation 5. Community Service Hours (% of Flights Hours) 6. Special Teams Participation (% of Flight Participation) 7. Special Events Participation (% of Flight Participation; Parades, Military Ball, Dining Out, Flag Retirement Ceremony, Toys for Tots Drive, etc.) 8. AFJROTC Grades (Average for the Flight) The TX-923 CG/CC will select the Honor Flights based on all-around performance, The SASI/ASI will approve the selection The cadets of the Honor Flights selected will be awarded the Outstanding (Honor) Flight ribbon. 32. Cadet Board: The Cadet Board should convene the last school day of the month and at other times as directed by the Commander. The purpose of the Board is to make recommendations for awards and promotions, discipline problems, and merit/demerit citations. 20

22 32.2. The Cadet Board is composed of the TX-923 CG/CC as the Board Chairman, the Deputy Commander, any subordinate Commanders or staff officers appointed by the Board Chairman as he/she deems necessary, and the Command Chief Master Sergeant or First Sergeant. The Personnel Officer is the Board Recorder and publishes the agenda, minutes, and special orders The SASI/ASI should be present for advice and insure proper procedures are followed. NOTE: The recommendations of the Board will serve as a basis for further action. All awards and promotions are approved by the SASI/ASI. 21

23 Section F Job Descriptions 34. The Organization: TX-923 Cadet Commander parallels that of a similar organization in the United States Air Force. However, it is adapted to a high school environment. Similar to an active duty organization, responsibilities and duties increase with rank. Therefore, each cadet is expected to prepare for assuming additional responsibilities in order to accept higher level positions Special Assistants: SASI Special Assistant (CG/SA) is responsible for all duties assigned by the SASI. Assistant is normally filled by the cadet who rotates out of the TX-923 CG/CC position ASI Special Assistant (CG/SSA) is responsible for all duties assigned by the ASI. Assistant is normally filled by the cadet who rotates out of the Command CMSgt position Command and Staff: Cadet Group Commander (CG/CC) supervises the Deputy Group Commander, Special Teams Squadron Commander, Mission Support Commander, Flight Operations Commanders, Command Chief, First Sergeant, and Presidential Fitness Program Commander. Assists the SASI and ASI in managing the AFJROTC program and other tasks assigned Command and control of the unit, including the coordination and establishment of measurable goals and objectives, combines with milestones to evaluate progress and make appropriate adjustments. Responsible for the appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct of the Group and informs the SASI/ASI of problems and concerns Insures all officers maintain AFJROTC grades and academic eligibility. Officers not in compliance must be informed in writing of their probation status and placement on RFS Insures all performance report grades for officers and fourth-year cadets are submitted to the SASI/ASI in a timely manner Manage all Group activities, facilities, and resources according to the Air Force principles and procedures. Ensures all members of the cadet corps have the opportunity to develop leadership commensurate with their individual grade and abilities Prepares, coordinates, and conducts the unit staff meetings. A complete corps staff meeting should be annotated on the school year calendar and held monthly or as required Directs the cadet promotion system, publishing cadet policy and directing training as necessary to insure fair, equitable, and timely promotion consideration for each member of the cadet corps Performs other duties as assigned by the SASI/ASI Cadet Group Deputy Commander (CG/CV). Responsible for assisting the Commander as directed and assuming command during his or her absence or directly by the SASI/ASI. 22

24 Coordinates commander s call and staff meeting agendas Oversees the Community Service Log, Cadet Management System Red Tags, and Calendar of Events Actively participates on the Cadet Board and all other AFJROTC functions. Assists all Staff Officers on matters pertaining to their job tasks. Works with Squadron Commanders, Staff Advisors, and Project Officers to establish training programs that ensure all members of the staff possess the required knowledge to properly perform their assigned duties. Ensures that Continuity Folders contain all required information pertinent to their position Performs other duties as assigned by the Cadet Group Commander or the SASI/ASI Command Chief Master Sergeant (CG/CCM) performs duties assigned by the Commander or SASI/ASI Provides recommendations to the Group Commander based on inputs from all cadets and acts as a liaison between the corps and unit staff. Monitors the morale, appearance, and overall attitude of the Group and advises the Commander or SASI/ASI on all pertinent matters Assists Public Affairs in determining proper protocol for special occasions Forms parades and other co-curricular activities related to drill and ceremonies Holds necessary cadet NCO meetings to insure that proper cadet personnel support is being given to the Commander and Deputy Commander. Coordinates with cadet staff officers to insure the timely completion of duties assigned to the staff by the Commander Insure Uniform Inspection Sheet grades are kept up-to-date Actively Participates on the Cadet Board First Sergeant (CG/CCF) performs duties assigned by the Group Commander, (CCMSgt) and SASI/ASI Monitors the morale and overall attitude of the Group and advices the Commander or SASI/ASI on all pertinent matters relating to the cadet corps. Coordinates with Personnel Officer to insure all administrative documentation for the Cadet Group is accurate and properly posted and stored Coordinates with the Activities/Community Service Officer to insure community-related civic or humanitarian activities occur each semester. Assists the Deputy Commander with preparation and coordination of commander s call and the staff meeting agendas and may conduct the staff meeting on behalf of the Commander. Records and maintains minutes of top staff meetings. Enforces AFJROTC regulations on uniform wear and care, and standards of conduct, customs, and courtesies Performs other duties as assigned by the Group Commander, (CCMSgt) or the SASI/ASI Wellness/Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) Officer (CG/PFP) Is responsible for managing the Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) in accordance with the (PFP) Guide and AFJROTC requirements Ensure all cadets have completed, has all required signatures, and proper filing of all Physical 23

25 Health Screening Questionnaires prior to any cadet participating in any physical activities in AFJROTC Make/maintain a list of cadets who checked yes on the Physical Health Screening Questionnaire and attached the explanation for the yes is documented by a medical authority, giving the cadets PT Monitor and Flight Commander a list of cadets not allowed to do physical training (PT) Manages, directs, and controls all aspects of the Presidential Fitness Program (PFP). Ensures each Flight Commander and Flight Sergeant are conducting, monitoring, and executing wellness activities. Conducts frequent on the spot inspections on class participation and ensures all cadet historical data is documented by the Flight Commander/Assistant/Sergeant on the cadet wellness guide and in WINGS Operations Support Squadron Commander (OSS/CC) performs duties assigned by the Commander and SASI/ASI Responsible for all staff officers and NCOs and insuring all support functions are accomplished in a timely manner Insure all staff officers and NCOs maintain AFJROTC and academic eligibility. Cadets not in compliance will be informed in writing of their probation status and placement on RFS Flight Operations Squadron Commanders (FOS/CC) performs duties assigned by the Commander and/or SASI/ASI Responsible for all Flight Commanders, Sergeants, Guides, and element leaders and insuring all flight functions are accomplished in a timely manner Responsible for all training aspects of flights in their squadron, to include flight drill and ceremonies, final review, mass formations, and parades (both military and downtown parades) Ensure cadets of each flight attend functions, activities, formations, and CIA trips Nominate top cadets for awards and recognition. Submit Cadet of the Month nominations to Personnel Officer in a timely manner Actively participate as a member of the Cadet Board Responsible for appearance, discipline, and training of all flights and that they are ready for Air Force and HISD JROTC activities Plans and directs flight competition (Flight Fights) Provides documentation to the Commander of identified problems and accomplishments Nominates top cadets for awards and recognition. Submits Cadet of the Month (CoM) nomination to the personnel officer in a timely manner Submits to the Commander all performance grades for assigned officers in a timely manner Insures all officers and NCOs maintain AFJROTC and academic eligibility. Cadets not in compliance will be informed in writing of their probation status and placement on RFS. 24

26 Actively participates as a member of the Cadet Board Honor Guard Commander (HG/CC) performs duties to support the Honor Guard team and the Special Team Commanders Assumes Command of the Teams in the absence of the Special Teams Commander Coordinates and updates the Cadet Group Calendar for all future special team s activities. Works with Public Affairs to ensure upcoming events are posted in the Newsletter Ensures appropriate school policies are complied with during the scheduled cadet activities. Prepares and posts sign-up sheets for special team s events Assists the Special Teams Commander supervise all special teams: color guard, drill, and model aeronautics (S.T.E.M.), Marksmanship, Orienteering, JLAB, etc.) And enforces procedures, overall bearing, appearance, and uniformity Insures all cadets remain qualified, with the assistance of the Training & Education Officer, for competition by personally working with low performing cadets and assist cadets to tutorials as needed Recruits prospective members to insure only highly motivated cadets and academically qualified cadets are selected for special teams Insure that cadets are available before and after school to raise and lower the colors at the flag pole Actively participates as a member of the Cadet Board Performs other duties as assigned by the Cadet Group Commander and/or the SASI/ASI Flight Commander (Flight Designation, e.g., A, B, C, etc. FLT/CC) perform duties as assigned by Flight Operations Squadron Commanders Responsible for appearance, discipline, and training of all Flight Cadets Insures Flight Cadets are adequately trained and ready for AFJROTC and HISD JROTC activities, and flight competition Provides documentation to the Operations Squadron Commanders of problems and accomplishments Nominates top cadets for awards and recognition. Submit Cadet of the Month (CofM) nominations to Flight Operations Squadron Commander in a timely manner Insure all flight NCOs maintain AFJROTC and academic eligibility. Cadets not in compliance will be informed in writing of their probation status and placement on RFS Actively participates as a member of the Cadet Board Flight Sergeant performs duties as assigned by the Flight Commander. 25

27 Prepare cadets for classroom and leadership laboratory instruction Maintains current flight rosters, seating charts, and Uniform Inspection Score Sheets. Computes progress/six week uniform grades and submits to Command Chief Master Sergeant in a timely manner Oversees the training and performance of Element Leaders Element Leader performs duties as assigned by the Flight Commander/Sergeant Keeps their element informed of class work assignments and special events Accounts for and leads their element in all class room and leadership laboratory training Assists Flight Commander/Sergeant in maintaining class room and leadership laboratory discipline Flight Guide is a specially selected airman designated by the Flight Commander and SASI/ASI The Squadron flag is carried at ceremonies and on other occasions when prescribed by the Commander Awards and Decorations Officer performs duties assigned by the Operations Support Squadron Commander and/or SASI/ASI Maintains and updates cadet personnel records into the on-line WINGS in accordance with established protocol Ensures accurate award nominations are submitted in a timely manner. Prepares awards and/or certificates for award winners Organizes all activities for awards ceremonies and coordinates with Public Affairs for awards presentation publicity Schedules, prepares agenda, obtains award nominations, and acts as Recorder for any Awards and Decorations meetings Directs and executes the cadet awards program. Insures cadets are nominated for national and local awards in accordance with AFJROTC directives Maintains the Group Awards and Decorations files all publications, special orders, regulations, etc Personnel Officer performs duties as assigned by the Operations Support Squadron Commander and/or SASI/ASI Maintains the Group administrative files in accordance with established policies and procedures Maintains chain of command and bulletin boards; posts current and correct Group correspondence, leadership/training and special function notices. 26

28 Maintains and updates all HISD JROTC and AFJROTC regulations and the cadet s reference library including military scholarship opportunities and magazine library Records and maintains minutes of commanders call and staff meetings. A copy of the minutes will be posted on classroom bulletin boards after SASI/ASI review Public Affairs Officer (PAO) performs duties as assigned by the Operations Support Squadron Commander. Maintains the Cadet Scrapbook and historical records reflecting unit accomplishments Coordinates with Activities/Community Service Officer to insure adequate fund-raising support to pay for yearbook pages featuring Cadet Group activities. Coordinates to insure adequate photographic and media coverage for all Group Activities Submits news articles concerning cadet activities to local news media, Yearbook, Parent Teacher Organization, and coordinates and produces the cadet newsletter Provides all Group photographic service and insures all electronic recording media is properly stored and is fully functional and available for immediate use Assists cadet staff in preparing electronic briefings for HISD JROTC and Air Force presentations Assists recruiting with collecting, printing, and showing appropriate JROTC materials Special Teams Commander performs duties as directed by the Group Commander and coordinates/assists all Special Teams Captains Assumes Command of the Teams with assistance from the Honor Guard Commander Coordinates and updates the Cadet Group Calendar for all future special team s activities. Works with Public Affairs to ensure upcoming events are posted in the Newsletter Ensures appropriate school policies are complied with during the scheduled cadet activities. Oversees the preparation and postings of sign-up sheets for special team s events Assists the Honor Guard Commander supervise and enforces procedures, overall bearing, appearance, and uniformity Insures all cadets remain qualified, with the assistance of the Training & Education Officer, for competition by personally working with low performing cadets and assist cadets to tutorials as needed Recruits prospective members to insure only highly motivated cadets and academically qualified cadets are selected for special teams Insure that cadets are available before and after school to raise and lower the colors at the flag pole Actively participates as a member of the Cadet Board Performs other duties as assigned by the Cadet Group Commander and/or the SASI/ASI Logistics Officer performs duties as assigned by the Operations Support Squadron Commander. 27

29 Assists the SASI/ASI in all cadet logistic activities including the receipt, issue, disposition, and accountability of uniforms, equipment, and supplies Insures all swords and rifles are properly secured and documented and signed out to Special Teams Commanders Logistics NCO is the assistant to the Logistics Officer and perform duties in his/her absence or in conjunction with the Officer Activities/Community Service Officer performs all duties assigned by Operations Support Squadron Commander Plans in coordination with appropriate staff all community service, fund-raisers, and social activities Assists the staff officers with coordinating, planning and executing service activities both on and off campus Develops a recycling program and coordinates advertisements with public affairs concerning recycling efforts throughout the school Insures that all faculty and staff that wish to participate in recycling are included in the recycling program Insures all recycling pickups are accomplished in a timely manner Chaplain performs duties as assigned by the Support Squadron Commander Responsible for the continued moral development of all cadets Works with special projects to insure several community related civic or humanitarian activities occur each semester Give invocations for all Group social activities and post on bulletin boards an inspirational phrase in the class room each month Recruiting/APT Officer performs duties as assigned by the Support Squadron Commander Plans, organizes and implements a program to recruit qualified students Insures recruiting activities at Westbury and feeder schools Welch, Johnston, and Fondren Middle Schools are accomplished in a timely manner Works with Public Affairs to insure publicity and an abundance of recruiting material is available for distribution Maintains appropriate records pertaining to the award of the recruiting ribbon Civil Engineering/Safety Officer performs duties as assigned by the Support Squadron Commander. 28

30 Organizes and supervises all facility cleanups, repairs, and orderliness Insures adequate supplies are on hand for day-to-day operations. Notifies SASI/ASI of all shortages Insures that AFJROTC facilities are presented in a safe and satisfactory condition to cadets and visitors Ensures safe practices are exercised by cadets performing activities during classroom time, after school practices, extra-curricular activities, and Co-curricular activities/cia trips Physical Fitness Team Commander assists the Presidential Fitness Program Commander in managing, directing, and controlling all aspects of the Presidential Fitness Program (PFP). Ensures each Flight Commander and Flight Sergeant are conducting, monitoring, and executing fitness activities. Conducts frequent on the spot inspections on class participation and ensures all cadet historical data is documented by the Flight Commander/Assistant/Sergeant on the cadet wellness guide and in WINGS Training &Education Officer performs duties as assigned by the Support Squadron Commander Collects and maintains academic records of all cadets to insure cadets are academically eligible for competitions and corps leadership positions Insures all cadets achieve their fullest academic potential by personally working with low performing cadets and assigning to tutorials as needed Creates tutorial programs to foster academic excellence within the Group to keep all special teams academically eligible Color Guard Commander (CG/CC) is responsible for supervising, educating, and training all of the Color Guard members while maintaining and leading the team in practices, competitions, and public ceremonies The Color Guard Commander develops weekly practice plans and schedules. All events and practice schedules will be posting to ensure team members can make proper arrangements to attend practices and events The Color Guard Commander supervises the inventory, issue, and cleanliness of the Color Guard weapons, gloves, ascots, and Color Guard and Armory Room Armed Drill Team Commander (ADT/CC) is responsible for training and leading all cadets on armed drill team in drill team practice and at armed drill team competitions Watch over all cadets while in the Armory, keeping and maintaining cleanliness of the Armory, and inventorying and issuing weapons and maintaining all drill team weapons in regulations. Develop a weapons cleanliness checklist Inspecting and looking over all cadets before each armed drill team activities Posting armed drill team schedules on the bulletin board and on monthly announcements. To 29

31 ensure attendance, develop a sign-in and sign-out sheet for all drill team activities. The Armed Drill Team should practice at least two times per week, more if the schedule of events dictates Un-Armed Drill Team Commander (UADT/CC) is responsible for supervising, educating, and training all of the Color Guard members while maintaining and leading the team in practices, competitions, and public ceremonies The Un-Armed Drill Team Commander develops weekly practice plans and schedules. All events and practice schedules will be posting to ensure team members can make proper arrangements to attend practices and events Post Un-Armed Drill Team schedules on the bulletin board and on monthly announcements. To ensure attendance, develop a sign-in and sign-out sheet for all drill team activities. The Un-Armed Drill Team should practice at least two times per week, more if the schedule of events dictates The Un-Armed Drill Team Commander supervises the inventory, issue, and cleanliness of the Un-Armed Drill Team Uniform and Equipment Aeronautics (AERO/CC) is responsible for the supervision, training, and leading of the Model Rocketry Team by developing membership criteria with the assistance from the SASI/ASI Enforce safety policies and procedures Keep inventory and maintenance of all Rocketry equipment Maintain all records of flight training, meetings, and activity attendance. Is responsible for the supervision, training, and leading of the Remote Control Club by developing membership criteria with the assistance of the SASI/ASI Enforce safety policies and procedures Keep inventory and maintenance of all Remote Control Club equipment Maintain all records of flight training, meetings, and activity attendance Marksmanship Team Commander (MT/CC) is responsible for reinforcing gun safety taught by the SASI/ASI or other certified trainer. Assist with teaching firing positions, procedures, and competition procedures Supervise cadets on the Gun Range; emphasizing safety rules and regulations Develop a sign-in and sign-out sheet for activity attendance. Ensure all cadets follow the signin and sign-out procedures through Logistics when taking a weapon(s) Inventory and maintain cleanliness of all Marksmanship Team weapons Post Marksmanship Team schedules on the bulletin board and on monthly announcements. To The Marksmanship Team should practice at least one time per week, more if the schedule of events dictates Orienteering Team Commander (OT/CC) is responsible for supervising, educating, and training 30

32 all of the Orienteering Team Members while maintaining and leading the team in practices and competitions The Orienteering Team Commander develops weekly practice plans and schedules. All events and practice schedules will be posting to ensure team members can make proper arrangements to attend practices and events Post Team schedules on the bulletin board and on monthly announcements. To ensure attendance, develop a sign-in and sign-out sheet for all Orienteering Team activities. The Orienteering Team should practice at least one time per week, more if the schedule of events dictates Presidential Fitness Program Monitors performs the duties of the PFP Commander in the event of their absence Conducts to PFP assessments in accordance with the PFP Guide and documents the scores on the PFP Assessment Score Sheet Records scores in WINGS with the assistance of the PFP Commander and/or SASI/ASI Technology/Web Officer (TWO) maintains TX-923 Webpage and controls ADPE/Technology equipment provided by Air Force and HISD. Provides support for any technological aspect of the TX- 923 corps. 31

33 Section G Awards and Decorations 35. Awards and Decorations: A number of distinctive awards are authorized for AFJROTC cadets to recognize outstanding performance in academic and leadership or for specific display of valor Awards will be highly publicized and presented at appropriate ceremonies arranged by the Personnel Officer working in conjunction with Public Affairs. Families of recipients will be invited Ribbons and badges are worn in accordance with AFJROTC VA 36-4, 25 Apr 08 (back cover) AFJROTC Cadets are authorized to wear ribbons earned while enrolled in other service JROTC programs. AFJROTC ribbons will be worn ahead of other service ribbons or awards. NOTE: Medals and ribbons may be worn simultaneously for formal, semiformal, and special occasions of a limited nature, e.g., Dining-Out, Final Review. 36. Valor Awards: This award recognizes heroic performance by cadets Air Force JROTC Valor - Gold. Awarded to cadets for voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery involving conspicuous risk of life, above and beyond the call of duty Air Force JROTC Valor - Silver. Awarded to cadets for a voluntary act of heroism which does not meet risk-of-life requirement of the Gold award Cadet Humanitarian. Recognizes humanitarian effort and/or performance. Awarded for humanitarian acts by a cadet involving actions above and beyond the call of duty. 37. National Awards: Presented annually to cadets by a representative of the national organization giving the award or the SASI Air Force Association. Awarded to a third-year cadet, who is in the top 5% of the class, top 10% in academic class, and who demonstrates a positive attitude, exemplary personal appearance, and attributes of initiative, judgment, courtesy and self-confidence. Recommend by the SASI as the Outstanding Aerospace Science Cadet in their class Daedalian. Awarded to a third-year cadet, in the top 10% of the AFJROTC class, in the top 20% of the academic class, shows potential and desire to pursue a career in the military, and demonstrates an appreciation of patriotism, love of country, and service to the nation American Legion Scholastic. Awarded to a third or fourth-year cadet in the top 10% of the academic class, top 25% of the AFJROTC class, and who demonstrates leadership qualities and actively participates in cadet activities American Legion General Military Excellence. Awarded to a third or fourth-year cadet in the top 25% of the AFJROTC class, and who demonstrates outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship Daughters of the American Revolution. Awarded to a fourth-year cadet who is in the top 25% of 32

34 the AFJROTC and academic class, and who demonstrates qualities of dependability, good character, selfdiscipline, leadership ability, and appreciates the importance of AFJROTC training American Veterans. Awarded to a cadet who possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership such as: grade of A in AFJROTC, in good standing in other classes, strong, positive attitude toward service in the Air Force, exemplary personal appearance, strong initiative, dependability, judgment, self-confidence, and strong officer potential Reserve Officers Association. Awarded to a fourth-year cadet who is in the top 10% of the AFJROTC class, and has demonstrated a positive attitude, exemplary personal appearance, and personal attributes of courtesy, judgment, high ethical standards, and show growth potential in positions of leadership responsibilities Military Order of World Wars. Awarded to a cadet who demonstrates excellence in military and scholastic performance, actively participates in AFJROTC, endeavors to serve the nation, and is committed to continuing in AFJROTC Military Officers Association. Awarded to a third-year cadet, who shows exceptional potential for military leadership, good academic standing, high moral character, and shows a high order of loyalty to the unit, school, community, and country Veterans of Foreign Wars. Awarded to a third or fourth-year cadet actively engaged in the AFJROTC program and who possesses individual characteristics contributing to leadership. Cadets must have at least a B average in AFJROTC, a C average in their academic class, and demonstrate patriotism (such as a member of the color guard or drill team) and actively promote Americanism National Sojourner s. Awarded to a second or third-year cadet who contributed most to encourage and demonstrate Americanism within the Cadet Corps and on campus. Must be in the top 25% of the academic class and demonstrate potential for outstanding leadership Sons of the American Revolution. Awarded to a third-year cadet and recognizes all around excellence in aerospace science studies. The cadet must exhibit a high degree of leadership, military bearing, and be in the top 10% of their AFJROTC and top 50% of their overall class Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction. Awarded to a third-year cadet who contributes the most to encourage Americanism by participation in extracurricular activities or community projects, demonstrates academic excellence by being in the top 25% of class, and demonstrates the qualities of dependability, good character, self-discipline, good citizenship and patriotism Military Order of the Purple Heart. Awarded to a third or fourth-year cadet demonstrating a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and country, hold a leadership position in the cadet corps, active in school and community affairs, and attained a grade of B or better in all subjects for the previous semester Air Force Sergeants Association. Awarded to a third or fourth-year cadet who has demonstrated outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship. Cadets must be in the top 25% of AFJROTC class Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated. Awarded to two cadets in their first or second-year who participate in 50% of all AFJROTC service projects, attain a grade of B or better, in good academic standing, and actively participate in Corps activities. 33

35 38. AFJROTC Awards: Authorized by AFJROTC regulations and presented to cadets selected by the Cadet Board and approved by SASI Outstanding Cadet. Awarded annually to the outstanding first, second, third, and fourth-year cadets who normally participate in the HISD JROTC Outstanding Cadet Qualification Board. They must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic and military excellence Leadership. Awarded annually for outstanding performance in a position of leadership in AFJROTC training activities. Limited to 5% of the eligible cadets Achievement. Awarded each semester for a significant achievement, e.g., perfect attendance in every class, and Cadet of the Semester. Limited to 5% of the cadet corps. Awarded with Silver Star Superior Performance. Awarded each semester for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of AFJROTC. Limited to 10% of the cadet corps to insure recognition of achievements and services which are clearly outstanding and exceptional when compared to achievements and accomplishments of other cadets Distinguished Unit. Awarded to cadets enrolled during the period a unit s distinguished rating is valid Top Performer. Awarded to cadets for leadership and job performance in preparation for the unit s annual assessment. An additional criterion is involvement in extracurricular activities, academic performance, and community service. Cadets are nominated by the SASI. The award is presented by the AFJROTC Area Administrator during the inspection Academic. Awarded each semester for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall grade point average of at least a B. Cadets must have an A average in AFJROTC Honor Flight. Awarded each semester to the cadet s in a flight so designated by the SASI. Also awarded to flights designated at leadership school Leadership School. Awarded to cadets upon the successful completion of a leadership school program of at least five days. Awarded with Silver Star for outstanding performance or leadership. Can only be awarded once Special Teams Competition Ribbon. Awarded each year to team members, who placed 1 st, 2 nd or 3 rd in Air Force or Joint Service Competition to include Color Guard Teams, Drill Teams, Saber Teams, Academic Bowl Teams, Cyber Patriot, Marksmanship, and S.T.EM. Etc Orienteering. Awarded to team members for placing in an orienteering meet Co-curricular Activities Leadership. Awarded for leadership in AFJROTC co-curricular activities (such as Dining-Out Chairperson, Leadership School Cadet Training Instructors (CTI), etc.). Recipient must demonstrate exceptional leadership attributes in achieving objectives through coordinated efforts of others Drill Team. Awarded annually for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled drill team events. 34

36 Color Guard. Awarded annually for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled color guard events Saber Team. Awarded annually for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled saber team events Service. Awarded for distinctive performance in school, community or AFJROTC service projects whose active participation contributed significantly to the goals of the group. Also, awarded for 25 hours of AFJROTC community service. NOTE: Service ribbon is not awarded for special team competition since other ribbons are awarded Longevity. Awarded at the beginning of the fall semester to cadets who have successfully completed first, second, or third-year and returning to AFJROTC Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) Ribbon. Awarded by the SASI/ASI for participation in the PFP Program. All cadets who participate in the program will receive the Physical Fitness Ribbon. The Bronze Star device will be awarded and worn on the ribbon to any cadet scoring in the percentile in the Presidential Fitness Program. If a cadet earns a percentile score of they will wear a Silver Star. If they receive a perfect 100 percent they will wear the Gold Star on the ribbon. The percentiles are computed automatically under Fitness Assessment in WINGS. You have to load the initial baseline exercises and then the end of semester/year exercises Recruiting. Awarded each semester to cadets recommended by the Support Squadron Commander who actively participate in scheduled recruiting events or have recruited four cadet members in good standing. Limited to 10% of the cadet corps Activities. Awarded each semester to cadets that formally participate in parades, academic meets, special team competition, and HISD Final Review Attendance. Awarded each semester to cadets with no more than two excused absences and zero unexcused absences Good Conduct. Awarded each semester to cadets with exemplary citizenship and no adverse reports from other teachers or staff Dress and Appearance. Awarded each semester for uniform inspection grades of 90% or higher. Limited to 25% of the cadet corps. 39. Insignia, Badges, and Patches: Authorized by AFJROTC regulations and presented to cadets nominated by the Commander and approved by SASI Distinguished AFJROTC Cadet Award. Awarded annually to the most outstanding third-year cadet who has previously earned achievement, leadership, superior performance, and academic, cocurricular with star, and service ribbons, and the HISD DJROTC outstanding AS-3 award Aerospace Education Foundation Academic Award. Awarded to junior and senior cadets for academic excellence as signified by a 3.3 GPA, with no grade below C as verified by the school registrar Flight Solo Badge. Awarded to any cadet possessing a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) solo flight certificate. 35

37 39.4. Flight Certificate Badge. Awarded to any cadet possessing an FAA private pilot s license Awareness Presentation Team (APT) Badge. Awarded to cadets recommended by the Special Teams Commander who have made a formal presentation as part of the APT at an elementary school American Modeling Association Wings. Awarded to cadets recommended by the Special Teams Commander who are members of the model aeronautics team and have successfully soloed a remote control aircraft under instructor supervision Model Rocketry Badge. Awarded to cadets recommended by the Special Teams Commander who are members of the model aeronautics team and have competing in model rocket competition Kitty Hawk Air Society Badge. Awarded to cadets inducted into Kitty Hawk National Air Society. 40. Shoulder Cords: Awarded for distinctive accomplishment or leadership positions. Worn on the left shoulder of the uniform shirt or service coat except as noted in paragraph Leadership School. Awarded to cadets that graduate from Lone Star Leadership Lab Academy (LLA) or DJROTC Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC). Cord color is Gray HISD Director JROTC Citation (Yellow Cord). Awarded annually to cadets selected by the DJROTC for leadership and job performance in preparation for the unit s annual inspection. Also awarded for successful uniform inspections throughout the 9 weeks grading periods. Any cadet missing one (1) unexcused uniform wear or receiving lower than a 90% on ANY inspection is not eligible to earn it. Citation cords are yellow, double strand, with bronze tip hang cord. NOTE: DJROTC citation cord can only be worn at Westbury HS or at HISD-only competitions Cadet of the Month/Semester. Awarded to cadets selected by the cadet board and approved by the SASI/ASI. Description of the cords are as follows: cadet of the month - light blue; cadet of the semester silver Honor Guard Commander (Special Teams Unit). Awarded to a cadet recommended/appointed by the SASI. Cadet must have actively participated in at least one All Skills competition, remain academically eligible, and maintain team attendance requirements, and lead all special teams in preparation for HISD and other competitions. Team Cord colors are as follows: 1. Special Teams Commander Black & Red 2. Color Guard - White 3. Drill Teams (armed/unarmed) - Red 4. Marksmanship Tan 5. Orienteering Green 6. S.T.E.M. Blue Flight Commanders/Sergeants/Guidon Bearer. Awarded to cadets who have not attended SLS but occupy position. The cords are black Kitty Hawk Air Society. The cord will be gold Command Chief Master Sergeant & First Sergeant. Awarded to cadet occupying position. The 36

38 cord for Command Chief is double braid double nickel tip colors are infantry blue &black (#350C2). For First Sergeant is infantry blue and white Commander and Deputy Commander. Awarded to cadet occupying the Group & Deputy Group Commander s positions. For the Cadet Colonel (Group) cord is blue and gray, double strand, with double nickel tip hang cords. For the Cadet Lieutenant Colonel (Deputy) cord is blue and gray, single strand, with double nickel tip hang cords. NOTE: Leadership school cords take precedence over all other cords except commander, special teams, cadet of the month, and cadet of the semester. 37

39 Section H Certificates of Completion/Training 41. Certificates of Completion/Training: Certificates of Completion. Presented to cadets in good standing who have successfully completed three or four years of the four year AFJROTC program Military Enlistment. High school graduates who present a JROTC certificate of completion may enlist in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, and Navy in the pay grade of E-3 and the Marines in the pay grade of E-2. NOTE: The promotion to E-2 or E-3 at the completion of basic training provides for an immediate monetary benefit. It also places the JROTC graduate ahead of all other personnel enlisting at the same time and theoretically makes him or her eligible for earlier promotion Senior ROTC. JROTC graduates who go to college and apply for senior ROTC may at the discretion of the ROTC commander, receive no less than one year of credit Certificates of Training. Presented to cadets in good standing who have successfully completed at least two years of JROTC. High school graduates who present a JROTC training certificate may enlist in the Air Force, Army or Navy in the pay grade of E Cadet Workshop. Awarded to cadets that completed the summer workshop program. (Requires an army ribbon.) Physical Fitness. Awarded to cadets that complete leadership school & successfully run the mile. NOTE: Certificates are not awarded automatically or based solely on academic grades. Consideration is given to total performance and achievements as a member of the cadet corps. Final determination is made by the SASI who submits certificates to the Westbury HS principal for approval. 38

40 Section I Scholarships and Academy Nominations 42. Scholarships and Academy Nominations: Scholarships. AFJROTC awards three and four year scholarships to qualified cadets each school year. Scholarships pay tuition, books, lab fees, and uniforms. They can be used at any college or University which has an Air Force ROTC program. Deadline is November 1 st. If interested, see the SASI Applicants will not be nominated for scholarships merely because they meet the minimum academic standards. They must also be physically qualified, have the potential to succeed in college, to successfully complete the college AFROTC program, and to become and Air Force officer No one is guaranteed an AFJROTC scholarship. Satisfying minimum criteria does not signify a scholarship offer Service Academy Nominations. The SASI/ASI can nominate five cadets to compete for appointment to the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). If designated as an honor school, three additional AFJROTC cadets can be nominated to West Point and Annapolis To be eligible for a nomination, cadets must have completed one year of AFJROTC and will have completed two years upon graduation from high school Only 20 appointments nationwide are available from this source. Cadets should also pursue other sources of nomination, e.g. Presidential, Congressional, and Senatorial. Cadets have a better chance of selection if nominated from more than one source. 39

41 Section J Commander s Corner 43. Commander s Call and Staff Meeting Procedures: Commander s call is held to provide the opportunity for face-to-face communication between the Commander and members of the Group. This meeting provides an opportunity for cadets to remain informed about issues and activities of importance to the Group Commander s call is open to all cadets, should occur once every nine-weeks. NOTE: The agenda should be submitted to the SASI/ASI for approval at least two days before the scheduled Commander s Call Staff meetings, limited to cadets designated by the Commander, can be held anytime. This meeting provides an opportunity for the problem solving, and allows cadets to participate in planning activities of importance to the Group. The Commander, Deputy Commander, or Operations Support Commander will conduct the meeting As a minimum it is recommended that staff meetings are to be held once each month The Deputy Commander, Flight Operations Commanders, and /or Command CMSgt will normally prepare the agenda. The agenda will be coordinated with the SASI/ASI in advance Command CMSgt will serve as each meeting detailing decisions reached, actions taken, assignments, action officers, and project suspense dates. The report will be submitted to the Commander within two school days of the meeting The Operations Support Commander will follow up to insure that actions accomplished by the responsible cadet NCO Meetings can be held at any time after coordination with the Group Commander. Consideration should be given on the impact on extracurricular activities. The Command CMSgt will conduct the meeting. The agenda will be coordinated with the SASI/ASI, in advance. 44. Air Force Junior ROTC Grading Policy: The objective of the AFJROTC program is to maximize learning and to reward that learning with fair and impartial grades. Since AFJROTC is an elective course, cadets should be highly motivated. Consequently, grading will not be on a curved system and nothing precludes you from receiving top grades except you The four-year AFJROTC program has three courses of study, Aerospace Science (AS) 40%, Leadership Education (LE) 40%, and Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) 20%. Aerospace Science consists of an introduction to AFJROTC, aviation history, flight dynamics, space exploration, and military drill. Leadership Education consists of introduction to AFJROTC, career preparation, citizenship, communications skills, ethics, intergroup dynamics, and military drill. The Instructor will introduce first-year cadets to AFJROTC and military drill and Leadership Education the first semester and continues with a history or science course the second semester. 40

42 The Instructor teaches second and third-year cadets leadership education the first semester and continues with Aerospace Science the second semester. Fourth year cadets having been exposed to all facets of aerospace science and leadership education have the opportunity to apply their learned AFJROTC skills. Their course of instruction will be management of the cadet corps. They will be assigned to a position, either operational or staff as indicated in Attachment The six-weeks grade for first, second, and third-year cadets is derived using the following: End of Chapter Test Homework and Quizzes Uniform Inspections Drill Proficiency End of Unit Tests Presidential Fitness Program (PFP) Participation The six-weeks grade for fourth-year cadets is derived using the following: Job Performance Uniform Inspections Instructor Assigned Projects Participation: A total of four (4) points can be added to nine-weeks grade for participation in AFJROTC after-school activities. Points added depend upon days per week of activity, e.g., Awareness Presentation Team meets twice per week therefore two points can be added. Unexcused absences will result in loss of points, e.g., two unexcused absences from APT will result in zero points added Inappropriate Actions: Conduct grades will be reduced for violation of AFJROTC or Westbury rules, e.g., chewing gum, sleeping or talking in class, tardy to class, excessive absences from after-school activities, dress code violations, challenging the authority of cadet leaders, house office discipline referrals, etc. 41

43 Attachment 1 UNIT MANNING DOCUMENT (UMD) Position Title Highest Temporary Authorized Grade Authorized Billets COMMAND STAFF Group Commander C/Col 1 Deputy Group Commander C/Lt Col 1 Flight Operations Squadron Commander C/Maj 1 Wellness/Presidential Fitness C/Capt 1 Program (PFP) Commander C/Capt 1 Command Chief Master Sergeant C/CMSgt 1 First Sergeant C/SMSgt 1 FLIGHT OPERATIONS SQUADRON STAFF Flight Operations Squadron CommanderS C/Maj 2 Flight Commanders (Alpha-Hotel) C/Capt 10 (one per flight) Flight Sergeants (Alpha-Hotel) C/TSgt 10 (one per flight) Element Leaders C/SSgt 40 (four per flight) Flight Guide C/SrA 10 (one per flight) PFP Monitor C/SrA 10 (one per flight) OPERATIONS SUPPORT SQUADRON STAFF Operations Support Squadron Commander C/Maj 1 Logistics Officer C/Capt 1 Personnel Officer C/Capt 1 Public Affairs Officer/Historian C/Capt 1 Awards and Decorations Officer C/Capt 1 Activities/Community Service Officer C/Capt 1 Training & Education Officer C/Capt 1 Color Guard Commander C/1Lt 2 (primary/female) Armed Drill Team Commander C/1Lt 1 Unarmed Drill Team Commander C/1Lt 1 Physical Training Team Commander C/1Lt 2 (male/female (one each)) Orienteering Team Commander C/1Lt 1 S.T.E.M./Aeronautics Commander C/1Lt 1 Webmaster C/1Lt 1 Civil Engineering Officer/Safety C/2Lt 1 Recruiting/APT Officer C/2Lt 1 Chaplain C/2Lt 1 Logistic NCO C/MSgt 1 INSTRUCTORS SUPPORT STAFF SASI Special Assistant/Advisor C/Col 1 ASI Special Assistant C/Lt Col 1 Senior Advisory Council C/Maj 1 42

44 FLIGHT OPERATIONS SQUADRON COMMANDERS DEPUTY COMMANDER GROUP COMMANDER TX-923 Organizational Chart FIRST SERGEANT COMMAND CHIEF PFP OFFICER LOGISTICS OFFICER (V) A Flt Cmdr (V) A Flt Sgt Logistics Asst Logistics Asst (V) B Flt Cmdr (V) B Flt Sgt SUPPORT SQUADRON COMMANDER SPECIAL TEAMS QUADRON COMMANDER (F) C Flt Cmdr (F) C Flt Sgt CE/Safety Personnel Drill Tm-Unarmed (F) D Flt Cmdr (F) D Flt Sgt Tng & Edu/CIA Awards & Decs Drill Tm-Armed (F) E Flt Cmdr (F) E Flt Sgt (F) F Flt Cmdr (F) F Flt Sgt PAO/Historian Chaplain Aeronautics/STEM Vacant Technology/Web Physical Fitness-M Marksmanship (V) G Flt Cmdr (V) G Flt Sgt Recruiting/APT Physical Fitness-F Orienteering (V) H Flt Cmdr (V) H Flt Sgt Act/Comm Svc Color Guard-P/F Honor Guard (V) H Flt Cmdr (V) S Flt Cmdr 43

45 Step # Command 1. Fall In 2. Open Ranks, MARCH 3. Ready, FRONT 4. Close Ranks, MARCH 5. Present, ARMS 6. Order, ARMS 7. Parade, REST 8. Flight, 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 Attachment 3 30 STEP DRILL SEQUENCE 44

46 Uniform Inspection Sheet Cadet Name Flight Discrepancy Deduct Demerits School Year Semester Six-Weeks # Week 1 Date Week 2 Date Week 3 Date Week 4 Date Week 5 Date Week 6 Date REMARKS Absent, Unexcused Uniform, not worn -100 Uniform, changing out of -100 Uniform, improper wear -5 Belt, missing -5 Hair, inappropriate -5 Hat, missing -5 Inappropriate Items 2-5 Rank, incorrect or missing -5 Shave, inappropriate -5 Shoes, not shined or dirty -5 Uniform, dirty/not pressed -5 Socks, not black -5 Accessories 3-5 Buttons, missing/unbuttoned -5 Formation Discrepancies 4-5 Gig alignment -5 Hat, improper wear -5 Jewelry, inappropriate -5 Ribbons, missing or incorrect -5 Shirt, improper T-shirt -5 Strings -5 Make Up Grade (Max 90%) INSPECTION GRADE 5 NOTES: 1. Zero grade will drop if absence was excused, and uniform worn first day of return. 2. Inappropriate items are civilian clothes worn with uniform, male ear rings, ear plugs, and exposed cell phones, pagers, wallets, pens, etc. 3. Accessories include nametags and student ID. 4. Formation discrepancies include but not limited to: chewing gum, movement, talking, and unexcused tardy. 5. Uniform discrepancies will accrue points. Each demerit equals 5 points taken from a Grade of 100. Cadets who receive a demerit during the entire day for daily wear will have their formation grade adjusted. 45

47 Attachment 5 Air Force Chain Of Command Commander-In-Chief President Barack H. Obama Secretary of Defense Honorable Ashton Carter Secretary of the Air Force Honorable Deborah Lee James Air Force Chief of Staff Air Force General Mark A. Welsh 46

48 Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force CMSAF James A. Cody Director Air Force Junior ROTC Colonel Bobby C. Woods, Jr. Director HISD JROTC Lieutenant Colonel Cornell T. McGhee Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI) Chief Master Sergeant Cyndee Frank Master Sergeant David Garcia 47

49 Attachment 6 Uniform Wear Attachment 6-1 AFJROTC Badges 48

50 Attachment 6-2AFJROTC Insignia 49

51 Attachment 6-3 Cadet Male Headgear 50

52 Attachment 6-4 Cadet Female Headgear 1 * Enlisted Ranks will have no hat insignia on the flight cap Note 1 51

53 Attachment 6-5 Cadet BDU Note 3 Note 2 Note 4 Note 1 1. Unit patch worn on right pocket and centered. 2. Tapes grounded and centered on pockets. 3. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) is worn on both left and right collars, centered on collar and parallel with bottom of collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia. 4. AFJROTC patch worn on left pocket and centered. 52

54 Attachment 6-6 Cadet Lightweight Blue Jacket Note 1 Note 4 Note 5 Note 2 Note 6 Note 3 Note 7 LIGHTWEIGHT BLUE JACKET COLLAR INSIGNIA Outer edge Note 8 Outer edge Inner edge Inner edge 1. (Officers only) When placing rank on epaulet instead of collar, use standard size metal rank, center on epaulet 5/8 in from shoulder seam. 2. Shoulder tabs are centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 below shoulder seam. 3. Unit patch on right sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 4. Grade insignia (officer and enlisted) is worn on both left and right collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia. 5. Optional item: center vertically between the shoulder seam and where the underarm side seam joins the armhole sleeve and center horizontally between the center zipper and the sleeve armhole seam. 6. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 7. Jacket will be closed to at least the halfway point. 53

55 Attachment 6-7 Cadet Male 1620 Service Dress Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both 1 coat and shirt at the same time or only on the coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the rank insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank the shirt. Note 8 Note 7 Note 6 Note 9 Note 5 Note 3 Note 4 Note 2 Note 1 Note 12 Note 10 Note 11 Note 13 Note Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: Center on welt pocket 3 inches below the top. 2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket 3. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered. 5. Shoulder tabs: Center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the lapels by Airmen Basics.) 9. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam, and centered. 10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note Ground School Badge: see note Ribbons: Center, on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some. 13. Academy of Model Aeronautic Wings: worn 1 inch below pocket. 14. Model Rocketry Badge: worn 2 inches below AMA Wings or 3 inches below pocket if no AMA Wings are worn. Note. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge

56 Attachment 6-8 Cadet Female 1620 Service Dress Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the rank insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt. Note 8 Note 5 Note 4 Note 6 Note 7 Note 9 Note 10 Note 11 Note 3 Note 1 Note 2 Note 12 Note 13 Note Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower than the first exposed button. 2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground.*(the lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the lapels by Airmen Basics.) 9. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note Ground School Badge: see note AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note Model Rocketry Badge: see note Ribbons: center ribbons resting on but not over edge of welt pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some. 15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge. 55

57 Attachment 6-9 Cadet Male Blue Shirt Note 3 Note 5 Note 4 Note 6 Note 7 Note 8 Note 9 Note 10 Note 11 Note 12 Note 2 Note 13 Note 14 Note 1 1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) and Model Rocketry Badge are centered on the pockets on the appropriate sides as displayed above. 2. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be grounded and centered over wearer s right pocket. 3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 4. Shoulder tab: center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then place 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to bottom. Enlisted rank s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar. 9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as close as possible to shoulder seam. 10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note Ground School Badge: see note Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 14. Ribbons: ground and center on pocket. 15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge. 56

58 Attachment 6-10 Cadet Female Blue Shirt Note 7 Note 8 Note 5 Note 6 Note 9 Note 4 Note 3 Note 2 Note 1 Note 10 Note 11 Note 12 Note 13 Note 14 Note Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower than the first exposed button. 2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam. 5. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to bottom. Enlisted rank s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar. 9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as close as possible to shoulder seam. 10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note Ground School Badge: see note Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam. 57

59 Attachment 7 Community Service Log Hours Worksheet Cadet Name Event # Date Community Service Event (Explain what you did at this event) Project Officer (Signature required to give credit) Hrs Of Service

60 Attachment 8 CADET CREED I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet. I am connected and faithful to every Corps of Cadets who served their community and nation with patriotism. I earn respect when I uphold the Core Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do. I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, school, Corps of Cadets, community, and to myself. My character defines me. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I am accountable for my actions and deeds. I will hold others accountable for their actions as well. I will honor those I serve with, those who have gone before me, and those who will come after me. I am a Patriot, a Leader, and a Wingman devoted to those I follow, serve, and lead. I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet. 59

61 Attachment 9 AIR FORCE SONG Off we go into the wild blue yonder, Climbing high into the sun; Here they come zooming to meet our thunder, At 'em boys, Give 'er the gun! Down we dive, spouting our flame from under, Off with one hell of a roar We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey! Nothing can stop the U.S. Air Force! 60

62 Attachment 10 TX-923 CADET CONTRACT 25 August 2014 Welcome to Westbury High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC), the only Air Force JROTC in the Houston Independent School District. THIS CONTRACT SETS THE RULES OF OPERATION IN THE TX-923 AFJROTC. The cadet group is referred to as the TEXAS 923 rd Cadet Group or TX-923/CG. The cadet group is commanded and led by student cadet officers and non-commissioned officers (NCOs). It is through this organization that leadership and followership skills are developed and practiced. While in AFJROTC, all trainees/cadets compete equally for leadership positions, ranks, and rewards. What you need to know: AFJROTC is intended to be a 4 year program that is opened to all 9 th through 12 th grade levels. You may enter at any grade level but you must successfully complete each year to receive credit. AFJROTC serves as either an elective or a Physical Education (PE) credit applied to graduation credits. Curriculum consists of Presidential Fitness Program (PFP), Aerospace Science, Leadership, and Life Skills. The AFJROTC program consists of visits from guest speakers, field trips, community service projects, social events, leadership schools, and after school special teams activities such as color guard, drill teams, model aeronautics, orienteering, rifle (marksmanship), PT, and others. Field trips/competitions are to various locations like college campuses, military installations, and the Wings Over Houston Air Show. Attendance at social events such as AFJROTC Military Ball and Dining Out, Parades, and other community events is a requirement for all cadets. AFJROTC uniformsare given to cadets without cost but it must be returned clean if withdrawn from the corps and/or at the end of the school year. The specified uniform wear is required on the days per week indicated by the AFJROTC instructors. All textbooks and uniforms remain property of the U.S. Government and must be returned or replaced if lost. While the uniform is usually worn once per week, textbooks are used frequently. The total value of text materials and uniforms is approximately $350. If lost or damaged, or not returned, the U.S. Government must be reimbursed for their full value. Your achievements, development as a leader, and contribution to the reputation of Westbury High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Corps depends greatly upon your efforts and your attitude toward AFJROTC. Therefore, you must know this contract and you are hereby held responsible for its contents. This letter must be signed by YOU and your PARENT/GUARDIAN then returned to your AFJROTC Instructor within the first two weeks of your first day with AFJROTC. CYNTHIA J. FRANK, CMSgt, USAF (Ret) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor, TX-923 JASON C. CATCHINGS Principle, Westbury High School I, Cadet,, understand the information in this Cadet Contract and I will (PRINT: Cadet Name) abide by the rules of AFJROTC; I will wear the AFJROTC uniform properly and when required and I will participate in the events described within. Cadet Signature Date Cadet Telephone Print and Sign Parent/Guardian Date Parent/Guardian Telephone 61

63 Attachment 11 HISD SCHOOL CALENDAR HOLIDAYS: September 1, 2014 Labor Day October 3, 2014 November 26-28, 2014 December January 2, 2015 January 19, 2015 March 16-20, 2015 April 3, 2015 May 56, 2015 Labor Day Fall Holiday Thanksgiving Break Winter Break Martin Luther King Jr Day Spring Break Spring Holiday Memorial Day SIGNIFICANT DATES: August 11, 2014 August 25, 2014 December 19, 2014 January 6, 2015 May 28, 2015 May 29, 2015 GRADING PERIODS: Teachers Report to School First Day of School for Students Last Day of First Semester First Day of Second Semester Last Day of School for Students Last Day of School for Teachers REPORT CARD DATES: Aug 22-Oct 2 28 Days Oct 10, 2014 Oct 6-Nov 7 25 Days Nov 14, 2014 Nov 10-Dec Days Jan 9, 2015 Jan 6-Feb Days Feb 20, 2015 Feb 16-Apr 2 29 Days Apr 10, 2015 Apr 6-May Days Jun 2, 2015 EARLY DISMISSAL DATES (2.5 hours early): Sep 24, 2014 Oct 29, 2014 Nov 19, 2014 Jan 28, 2015 Feb 25,

64 Attachment 12 AFJROTC/TX-923 PROMOTION RECOMMENDATION AND SCORE SHEET Cadet Name: Grade Level: Flight: Current Position: Current Rank: AS Level: Promotion to Rank: Promotion to Position: Test #: Booklet #: SASI/ASI Name: A total of 350 points are based on the following areas: ACADEMIC GRADES IN AFJROTC FOR THE LAST 9 WEEKS * 100 Points Maximum, 75 Points Minimum AVERAGE GRADE IN ALL OTHER CLASSES LAST 9 WEEKS * 100 Points Maximum, 70 Points Minimum SERVICE POINT SCORES EQUALS 10% OF YOUR RECORDED SERVICE POINTS (rounding ok) *50 Points Max PROMOTION EXAM SCORE (total correct answers) * 50 Points Maximum OFFICERS RECOMMENDATION (CER) * 50 Points Maximum Points required for promotion to the next/maximum rank are: TESTING TO RANK OF TOTAL POINTS MINIMUM TEST SCORE C/Airman First Class C/Senior Airman C/Staff Sergeant C/Technical Sergeant C/Master Sergeant C/Senior Master Sergeant C/Chief Master Sergeant C/2 nd Lieutenant C/1 st Lieutenant C/Captain C/Major C/Lieutenant Colonel C/Colonel

65 AFJROTC/TX-923 CADET PROMOTION SCORE SHEET JROTC SCHOOL SERVICE EXAM CADET UNIFORM CADET GRADE GRADE POINTS SCORES EVALUATION GRADE COUNSELING REPORT REPORT PROMOTION PROMOTION PROMOTION PROMOTIONS PROMOTION PROMOTION PROMOTION POINTS POINTS POINTS POINTS POINTS POINTS POINTS TOTAL POINTS TOWARD PROMOTION: RANK PROMOTION APPROVED: YES NO POSITION PROMOTION APPROVED: YES NO Remarks: SASI/ASI SIGNATURE: DATE: 64

66 Attachment 13 AFJROTC/TX-923 CADET EVALUATION REPORT (CER) Name of Ratee: Rank: Flight: Position: Grade: AS Level: Date of Report: Place an X in the block indicating your evaluation grade for each Attribute: Low High Cadet Attributes (in and out of AFJROTC): Appearance Attitude Academics Command Potential Courtesy Drill & Ceremony Dependability Initiative Improvement Extra-Curricular Total CER Score: Recommended for Promotion/Position: Yes No Comments: Raters Name: Rank: Raters Position: 65

67 Attachment 14 AFJROTC/TX-923 CADET COUNSELING REPORT (CCR) Cadet Counseled: Rank: Flight: Position: Grade: AS Level: Date of Counseling: Reason for Counseling: (Describe the reason for the counseling in a clear manner. State only facts, do not use second hand information or hearsay. State only what you saw/heard or know first-hand to be true) Action Taken or Recommendations: (if any) Counselor s Name: Rank: Flight: Signature: SASI/ASI: APPROVAL / DISAPPROVAL of Action Taken Counselee s Rebuttal: Counselee s Signature: Date: ****************************************************************************************** SASI/ASI Remarks: SASI/ASI Name: Signature: Date: 66

68 Attachment 15 RIBBON CHART 67