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“Honor… Courage… Commitment…”

HARRISBURG HIGH SCHOOL

HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

HARRISBURG HIGH SCHOOL NAVY JROTC INSTRUCTION # 1

Subject: HARRISBURG NJROTC UNIT CADET HANDBOOK

References: (a) CNET Instruction 1533.9 (series)

(b) NAVEDTRA 3716 (series) (Cadet Field Manual)

(c) U. S. Navy Uniform Regulations

1. This Cadet Handbook contains rules and regulations for all of the cadets of Harrisburg High School Navy JROTC Unit, and is in amplification of the above listed references. It (the Cadet Handbook) is intended to support district and school policy; and to set forth basic rules of conduct for HHS NJROTC Cadets.

2. This Handbook provides for more efficient administration by providing unit rules, regulations and policy in an attempt to standardize operation of our corps of cadets. It is not intended to be an “all inclusive” instruction, and will be amplified by certain other forms, publications or regulations, which will be included in our training or as addendums to this Handbook. However, a solid understanding of the information contained in this Handbook will serve as a foundation for success within the program.

3. Since Naval Science is an elective, students are initially enrolled in Navy JROTC by their own choice. The primary objectives of the program are to develop a strong knowledge of citizenship, self-discipline and respect for authority. These objectives, as well as other basic goals of our demanding program, will be clearly spelled out in this Handbook, in the classroom or in practical settings. All NJROTC cadets are expected to become familiar with this Handbook and the Cadet Field Manual and to use them as their primary reference books and, most importantly, to comply in spirit, word and action with the rules and regulations contained therein.

4. It is our total and resolved objective, in executing the Navy JROTC program and this Handbook for Harrisburg High School’s cadets, to ensure that all cadets are afforded maximum opportunity to excel, to enhance their options for military or civilian scholarships and become outstanding citizens in their school, community and nation.

s/B. Youngbluth

Major, USMC (RET)

Senior Naval Science Instructor

MISSION AND OBJECTIVES

The OBJECTIVES of our Navy JROTC program are intended to provide an opportunity for secondary school students such as you to learn the basic requirements for national security and your personal obligations as a responsible, mature and accountable American citizen Specifically, we:

- Promote patriotism

- Develop informed and responsible citizens

- Promote habits of orderliness and precision and develop respect for constituted

authority.

- Develop a high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, individual discipline and leadership.

- Promote principles that are necessary for our form of government to remain a free democratic society

It is our intention to assist each cadet to maximize his/her potential in both academic and military achievement by providing an opportunity for each cadet to develop leadership skills, self-confidence and a positive attitude by mentoring each cadet in and out of the classroom environment.

The front cover of this Cadet Handbook features the words:

HONOR… COURAGE… COMMITMENT..!

These are the watchwords of our motto at HHS and are, as you will come to understand through maturity and education, the keys to success in our American society. It is sincerely expected that each cadet will put forth maximum effort as you undertake the challenges of being one of the elite. Our Battalion is counting on you to become involved in various unit events and to become role models in your unit, school and community. Each Cadet is counted on to uphold our Cadet Code of Honor, Oath and Conduct.

CODE OF HONOR

Honor is a quality which renders a person unable to say anything less that the absolute truth in any situation, regardless of the outcome. It leaves him/her incapable of any action which would bring reproach upon his/her integrity. It is an individual’s personal honor that is the foundation of the Navy’s JROTC program.

Honor, personal integrity and loyalty are fundamental characteristics essential to every naval officer. To develop or enhance these attributes, each cadet is to create in their mind and conscience a lasting awareness of what is right and honorable as opposed to what is wrong and dishonorable. Through such indoctrination each cadet will, by both habit and conscious thought, choose the honorable course of action in every situation.

Our Corps of Cadets’ Code of Honor includes:

I have respect for myself

I have respect for my classmates

I have respect for my instructors/teachers

I strive to improve myself continuously.

I honor my word.

I will demonstrate initiative by doing things without being told to.

I will remain loyal to my family, fellow cadets and students, my school and

my community.

I will treat others with dignity and respect regardless of race, religion or

gender.

I will take care of my fellow cadets.

I will wear my uniform proudly and with distinction.

I do not lie, cheat or steal.

I always use appropriate language and do not curse or swear.

I do not use drugs.

I offer suggestions to improve the system.

I maintain a can-do attitude.

I respect public and private property

I respect public laws and regulations

Table of Contents

Forward (Letter from the SNSI) i

Mission and Objectives ii

Code of Honor iii

Chapter 1: ADMINISTRATION

101 Enrollment 1

102 Benefits 1-2

103 Curricula 2

104 Schedules 3

105 Newsletter 3

106 Classroom Etiquette 3

107 Physical Fitness 3

108 Followership 4

109 SNSI/NSI Offices 4

110 Knowledge 4

Chapter 2: GRADING SYSTEM

201 General 5

202 Personnel Inspection 5

203 Field Trips 6

204 Aptitude 7

Chapter 3 LEADERSHIP

301 General 8-9

302 Conclusion 10

Chapter 4: ADVANCEMENTS/PROMOTIONS

401 General 11

402 Rates/Ranks 11

Chapter 5 AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

501 General 12

502 Merit Awards 12

503 Community sponsored Ribbons/Awards 12

504 Summary 13

Chapter 6 ORGANIZATION

601 General 14

602 Chain-of-Command 14

603 Cadet Involvement 14

604 Practice 15-16 605 Staff Functions 16

606 Basic Battalion Organization Chart 17

Chapter 7 SUPPLIES

701 General 18

702 Wear and Care 18

703 Smartness 18

704 Uniform of the Day 18

705 Supply Storerooms 19

706 Annual Inventory 19

Chapter 8 DISCIPLINE

801 General 20

802 Discipline 20

803 Extra-Military Instruction (EMI) 21

804 Followership 21

CHAPTER ONE

ADMINISTRATION

101. Enrollment. To be eligible for enrollment and continuation in the Navy JROTC program, a student at Harrisburg High School must:

a. Choose to be a NJROTC Cadet

b. be of good moral character as determined by the Principal and Senior Naval Science Instructor

c. be physically fit to participate in NJROTC training and agree to comply with basic grooming standards and wear the uniform once weekly or as prescribed.

102. Benefits. The primary benefits are personal growth, maturity and self confidence as your develop into informed and responsible citizens. YOU ARE NOT OBLIGATED to join the military service upon graduation, but should you elect to do so, NJROTC will entitle you to:

a. With three years of cadet experience, advancement to E-3 upon successful completion of Navy, Army, Air Force or Coast Guard boot camps; or advancement to E-2 in the Marine Corps. With two years experience, advancement to E-2 upon successful completion of the Navy, Army, Air Force or Coast Guard boot camps; E-1 for Marine Corps

b. Nomination for an appointment to any of our nation’s service academies, to include the Naval Academy, Military Academy at West Point, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard of Merchant Marine Academies (S/NSI selection)

c. Selection to attend one of many colleges or universities, which sponsor a college level ROTC program (S/NSI Selection)

Each of the above appointments or nominations involves increased pay and allowances when compared to that of high school students who did not participate in JROTC with E-3 advancement netting some $10,000 more pay over a four year career; ROTC paying full tuition and fees; while a service academy education is free with a value of some $325,000! It is a simple and known fact that high school JROTC adds leverage to your chances of earning a college or military scholarship.

103. Curricula. Navy JROTC is an elective course with one hour of credit earned toward graduation for each year completed. It is a yearlong course and not a semester course…. no semester or half-credit can be authorized. The average week of Navy JROTC instruction is as follows:

Class Schedule

Monday Academic Studies

Tuesday Academics

Wednesday Uniform Day

Thursday Drill

Friday Physical Fitness

A SUMMARY OF THE FOUR-YEAR ACADEMIC CURRICULUM IS AS FOLLOWS:

Naval Science I

Introduction to the NJROTC Course

Naval Science II

Naval Leadership

Naval History the Beginning through the War on Terror

Maritime Geography, Oceanography, Meteorology, Astronomy, Physical Science

Naval Science III

Naval Leadership Sea Power and National Security

Naval Operations Military Law

International Law and the Sea Basic Seamanship

Marine Navigation Rules of the Road and Mo’ Boards

Naval Weapons and Aircraft

Naval Science IV

Fundamentals of Leadership

Responsibilities and Qualities of Leadership

1) Groups Dynamics 1) Leading by Example

2) Theory of Human Motivation 2) Chain of Command

3) Leadership Techniques 3) Carrying out Orders

Achieving Effective Communications Practical Application

1) Basics of Effective Communications 1) Staff Projects

2) Getting the Message Across 2) Community Service

3) Setting the Example 3) School Involvement

104. Schedules: For the benefit of cadets, staff and parents, a long-range, monthly and weekly schedule of events is maintained. The Plan of the Week (POW) will be maintained by the Operations Officer and published by the Administrative Officer. Each POW will be created one week in advance and will be posted in the classroom.

105. Newsletter. Our corps of cadets publishes a monthly unit newsletter intended to recognize deserving cadets, inform both cadets and parents of upcoming events and serve as a house organ to communicate with our high school.

106. Classroom Etiquette.

a. Arrive to class on time

b. Upon arrival, place books etc. on desk

c. Take position on the “Line”

d. Class Leader will bring class to Attention and take muster/attendance

e. Class Leader will give the command “Seats.” At that time cadets will ready themselves for class

f. Upon completion of class, the class leader will call the class to attention and then give the command to “Dismiss” the cadets.

Basic rules of classroom decorum include:

1. Arrive on time

2. Raise your hand.

3. Do not interrupt others

4. Always say “please” and “thank you.”

5. Ensure my area is clean before leaving class

6. Contribute to class with appropriate responses and questions

107. Physical Fitness. It is a true statement that physically fit people are more mentally prepared for academic challenges. Each cadet is required to participate in

NJROTC physical fitness classes, will dress-out on prescribe physical fitness days, and

will strive to meet both weight and body fat standards. Cadets who do participate on designated physical fitness days (unless medically excused) will be awarded a grade of 100 for that day. Each cadet must be able to participate in the physical fitness program to be able to pass the Naval Science class. A physical fitness ribbon is available and can be earned twice annually for those who meet the minimum prescribed standards as indicated in the Cadet Field Manual.

108. Followership. Each cadet is in a position of followership. No matter how high you progress in any organization, body or unit, you still have someone higher than you in status and must follow regulations. Before you can become a good leader, you must first become a good follower by simply carrying out your assignments, your orders and doing so promptly, cheerfully and to the very best of your ability. You must demonstrate that even if an order is disagreeable or causes personal inconveniences, it must be carried out. YOU MUST LEARN TO BE A FOLLOWER….listen, learn, pay attention and appreciate that some day you too will want that same loyalty from your followers. (See page 9-2 also)

109. SNSI/NSI Offices. All instructor offices are “off limits” to cadets. No cadet will enter unless invited. Cadets who desire to speak to the SNSI or NSI will first knock and gain permission to enter or speak by knocking three times and sounding off ….”Sir, Cadet _____ requests permission to speak to the Major or LN1about _______.” Cadets authorized to enter will place themselves at attention until told to relax with “At Ease.”

110. Knowledge. As part of their loyalty to this award winning unit, our school, community and Navy JROTC, each cadet will be responsible for memorizing the 11 General Orders, Ranks and Cadet Chain of Command.

CHAPTER TWO

GRADING SYSTEM

201. General. Cadets are graded in three primary areas… academic, military inspection, and homework. A fourth area combines military drill and physical fitness. The NJROTC Aptitude Evaluation is used as discussed earlier in this handbook and will not be repeated here. The following is an EXAMPLE of how both nine-week and semester grades will be calculated.

a. Nine-Week Grade

See Course Syllabus for class specific grading!

Total = 100%

202. Personnel Inspection. The prescribed Navy JROTC uniform of the day will be worn once weekly and on the designated day. Failure to wear the uniform as prescribed will result in a “ZERO” being averaged for that week. In case of absence, the uniform must be worn the first day the cadet returns to the classroom unless the absence is unexcused. No credit is given for unexcused absences. General grading criteria is as follows:

INFRACTION Deduction of Points

Hair infraction 10

Wrong uniform 10

Uniform dirty/not pressed 10

Shoes not shined 10

Need shave/loose hair 5

NJROTC patch missing/loose 5

Cap cover/visor dirty 5

Undesignated Hat-Cover 5

Belt buckle unshined/scared 5

Pockets unbuttoned/buttons missing 5

Insignia/ribbons/nametag wrong 5

Tie incorrectly tied 5

Irish pennants (loose threads) 5

Wrong color socks/hose 5

Military gig line off 5

Personal grooming (nails, hands, jewelry, etc.) 5

Note: During most inspections cadets will be asked knowledge questions pertaining to recital of the eleven general orders of a sentry, the military chain of command, current events, or current subject matter. Incorrect responses will detract from the above 5 points, whereas a correct answer may erase an item subtracted.

203. Field Trips. This topic is relevant to the chapter on grading since your grade in NJROTC, along with all other subjects, will determine if you are qualified to attend one of our numerous field-trips. Educational field trips are scheduled throughout the year to introduce the cadet to military life-style as an alternative career field. Other rules that apply are:

a. have an NJROTC military and academic average of “C” or better. (NS-2s and above must maintain and academic average of B or higher

c. not be failing any subject enrolled in

d. obtain both parental and teacher approval (all classes)

e. have available necessary funds for food or miscellaneous expenses

f. have turned in all permission forms by the prescribed “due date”

g. be well-groomed and have all necessary uniform articles

h. understand that fraternizing with opposite sex, immoral acts or vulgar language of any kind will not be tolerated

The following permission forms must be completed and be on-hand before any cadet will be allowed to take a field trip or participate in any competitive meet:

a. NJROTC Standard Release Form. This form is essential because it includes medical and personal information; must be signed by parents (See Appendix 9).

b. Harrisburg High Permission Form. A form requiring the parent’s signature which basically releases the government/its agency from liability for incidental/accidental injuries that conceivably happen due to the nature of training evolutions (See Appendix 10).

204. Aptitude. All enrolled cadets will be evaluated on military aptitude quarterly. Such criteria will include evaluation of each cadet’s ability in attitude, industry, military bearing, responsibility, accountability, leadership, adaptability, conduct, dependability, participation and cooperation. It is to be assumed that the more senior one becomes in our program, the more that is expected and that the weight of scoring gets proportionally more difficult. Aptitude allows the SNSI to make difficult decisions concerning awards, schools, promotions, scholarships…etc…between 2 or more equal cadets for a given nine-week grading period. Advancement/promotion is based on such key issues, not favoritism in the HHS NJROTC program.

CHAPTER THREE

LEADERSHIP

301. General. Effective leaders actively encourage new looks at old methods, stress rethinking and re-examination of assumptions and foster creativity. As leaders, we must work smarter, more efficiently and more effectively. Our Constitution and the Laws of our land set out and protect our American values. For those not fortunate enough to share our American dreams, our values are “America’s values”, our integrity is “America’s integrity”, our professionalism is “America’s professionalism” and our nations resolve and commitment to justice and ‘the blessings of liberty.” As cadets and responsible citizens we share these inalienable rights regardless of our race, color, creed or national origin. As a cadet and a leader among the student body at HHS, you must:

Know Your Job

- understand your authority and responsibility

- know and act in accordance with unit and school regulations

- clearly understand where you fit into our NJROTC Battalion organization

Know Yourself

- identify your own strengths and limitations

- strive to enhance strengths and overcome limitations

- view yourself as a leader, peer and follower

- demonstrate self-confidence in your own abilities

Know and Take Care of Subordinates

- ensure subordinate’s needs are met

- stand up for your subordinates

- take time to learn about your subordinates

- be impartial in your dealings with all subordinates

- build morale and team spirit among your subordinates

Set the Example Through Personal and Professional Behavior

- demonstrate moral and physical courage

- be consistent and show no preference

- show pride in organization and in our unit

- act with tact and diplomacy

- take initiative

- place unit accomplishments before self-accomplishment

- demonstrate mental and physical stamina

- maintain high personal performance and appearance standards

- perform well under stress

- exhibit personal respect for each member

Project a Clear Vision

- use unit goals to encourage commitment to achieving unit objectives

- develop ways to reach stated goals

- make sure each member knows his/her role in attaining stated goals

Communicate Effectively

- encourage open communication with all subordinates

- communicate up, down and across the chain of command

- listen actively

- speak and write clearly, accurately and precisely

Direct and Develop Subordinates

- give clear directions and delegate authority as needed

- develop a sense of responsibility for their actions

- hold subordinates accountable for their actions

- provide encouragement and intellectual stimulation

- encourage initiatives for improvement

- reward and discipline appropriately and consistently

- instill a sense of personal discipline

- provide timely and constructive feedback

- give job assignments fairly and base on subordinate’s needs, aspirations and abilities

Demonstrate Effective Management Skills

- set clear goals and objectives

- establish long and short-range goals

- organize action plans to reach stated goals

- evaluate information and material before making decisions

- combine knowledge of unit/platoon in making decisions

- address and resolve conflicts

- manage time effectively

- seek and make continuous improvements

Build Successful Teams

- build commitment to your team’s goals

- encourage and reward teamwork

- promote a positive team image

- encourage social interaction among team members

- fully indoctrinate new team members

- use symbols to promote esprit-de-corps

Promote Relationships Vital to Goal Attainment

- demonstrate loyalty to superiors

- support key subordinate leaders

- develop relationships with key school clubs, student bodies. etc..

- identify internal and external media supporters/sponsors

302. Conclusion. This listing is extracted from the Navy’s Principles of Naval Leadership and may be beyond the comprehension of the average cadet; however, these are milestones that each young leader and cadet in our Harrisburg High School Navy JROTC Unit must strive to understand, appreciate and develop. If we all practice these tenets, our unit will excel and our Corps of Cadets will prove to be stalwarts of leadership principles at Harrisburg High School and in our Community. I challenge you to review these basics routinely, practice and enforce these skills and be role models.

CHAPTER FOUR

ADVANCEMENTS / PROMOTIONS

401. General. All new cadets who enter Naval Science enter at the rate of Seaman Recruit (E-1), unless that cadet transferred from another JROTC unit with a higher rank/rate that is validated. Advancements and promotions are based on successful completion of required military requirements and written examinations. Those cadets who successfully complete Mini-boot Camp are automatically advanced to E-2. Promotions are normally made at the end of each nine-week grading period. It is up to each individual cadet to complete the military requirements and successfully pass an advancement examination. It is each cadet’s own initiative, involvement and desire to excel in Navy JROTC that determines his/her ultimate rank or rate.

402. Rates/Ranks. The Cadet Field Manual depicts the various Navy JROTC enlisted rates and officer ranks and the equivalent device to be worn. Cadets are required to be able to recognize these devices.

CHAPTER FIVE

AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

501. General. During each school year there are numerous awards and decorations a cadet can earn. Each award depends largely upon how much effort that cadet puts forth or how active in the unit he/she becomes. Awards are based on meritorious achievement, academic, military and unit participation. Some cadets earn all twenty-four (24) ribbons and multiple para-military medallions during the four years they spend in the program. Many wear additional stars signifying their second or subsequent award. Listed below are unit modifications made to specific ribbons while paragraph 505 details some of the service/para-military medallions and ribbons that may be earned (refer to the Cadet Field Manual or governing Chief of Naval Education & Training 1533.9 series directive for details).

502. Merit Awards. Additional qualifications for the following are:

Aptitude Ribbon Awarded to any cadet in the top 10% of the unit who has

earned the Unit Service Ribbon

Outstanding Cadet Awarded to any cadet who has demonstrated outstanding

leadership, citizenship, academic performance, personal

appearance, and conduct

Exemplary Conduct Awarded annually to any cadet who has demonstrated

exemplary behavior and who has not broken school,

community, or Navy JROTC disciplinary rules

Unit Service Awarded to any cadet who displays exceptional loyalty, courage, sacrifice and service to the unit.

Community Service Awarded to any cadet who has performed meritoriously for an organization(s) within his/her community and who has accumulated twelve (12) or more of such service as detailed in the following paragraph 504

Participation Awarded to any cadet who has participated in three unit events (other than routine activities) or who has accumulated six (6) unit service points

503. Community Sponsored Ribbons/Awards. The following is a partial listing of various awards that are sponsored by national, state or local military, para-military, civic or fraternal organizations, including NJROTC. These awards are normally awarded at the AWARDS Banquet in May:

Veterans of Foreign Wars American Legion

The Retired Officers’ Association Reserve Officers’ Association

Sons of the American Revolution Fleet Reserve Association

Naval Enlisted Reserve Association Military Order of the Purple Hearts Cadets of the Year Award Cadet “A” Honor Roll Award

Military Excellence Award

504. Summary. It is possible that cadet(s) who put in the most time and energy into the JROTC program and are in good standing academically and militarily could earn Cadet of the Year accolades at the end of each school year. By viewing this listing and the parameters of the governing ribbons and awards Navy directives for Navy JROTC, you can decide just how actively involved you want to be. As a cadet in Navy JROTC you will soon come to realize that ribbons and medallions are earned with dedication, hard work and determination. It will become evident to you that the cadets with the most awards are normally those who have committed themselves and their extra-curricular hours in making NJROTC their hobby or sport, just like band, soccer, football or any other sport.

CHAPTER SIX

ORGANIZATION

601. General. The Harrisburg Navy JROTC Unit is organized as a Battalion. A Battalion consists of 150 or more cadets and is divided into two companies. Each company consists of at least four platoons. The Battalion is supported by a staff organization along the lines of a typical Navy ship or shore command. Billet or job descriptions for all staff, company and platoon positions are contained in a separate unit directive. To all of our cadets…please realize we are competitive among Navy JROTC units just as surely as are football, soccer or basketball teams. At certain times we will compete against Air Force, Army and Marine Corps JROTC units; however, the majority of our competition will be against sister Navy JROTC units. Our challenge is that each of you become involved in our unit, seek responsibility and strive to fill a job that will develop your leadership and management skills as you prepare for college and the challenges of life in our society.

602. Chain-of-Command. Just like our high school staff or a military or cooperate staff, our NJROTC unit is organized by a chain-of-command. Just like any chain, each link is vital to the success of our organization and our unit’s successes. The flow of information must be both up and down for the chain-of-command to be effective. This means that news or orders must flow from our Battalion Commander down to the lowest cadet/seaman recruit and that information at that level of interest must flow back up the chain to the Battalion Commander. You will be required to understand and memorize the Department of Defense chain-of-command, just as you will be required to know your battalion, company and platoon chain-of-command. “YOU DO FIT INTO OUR chain-of-command and YOU ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR ORGANIZATION”. Without each of you cadets, we would have no unit or need for a chain-of-command.

603. Cadet Involvement. You are encouraged to become involved in our unit. By being involved, you will learn valued, long-lasting traits of leadership, management, administration, practical on-the-job training and will make new and lasting friends. While many of you cannot spend the time necessary to become involved in staff or administrative work, you can belong to one of our many competitive teams. The following extra-curricula activities are available:

• Drill Team Cadets learn basic, fancy and individual drill, both armed and unarmed. Team sizes vary according to the particular competitive event and compete in Navy JROTC only and joint-service JROTC meets.

• Academic Team - A basic team consists of six (6) members competing nationally and regionally using over 3000 stated questions revolving around all Naval Science curriculum subjects…naval history, orientation, oceanography, meteorology, seamanship, navigation, military knowledge, seapower, military law, etc..

• Color Guard - Normally composed of 4 or 5 members, each color guard team appears at area, school and military functions and also competes at JROTC drill meets with precision and execution of Colors evaluated.

• Rifle Team - Normally comprised of 4-5 shooters per team, any number of cadets may belong who like to shoot .177 caliber air rifles. We enter multiple matches and expect to progress to become competitive in this sport.

• Athletic Team - Our teams consist of both male and female teams which compete during Field Meets, usually involving 100 and 400 yard relay-type races with a baton pass-off; pushups and sit-ups, tug-o-war, and other feats of athletic prowess.

604. Practice. Team practices vary in days per week and in hours per practice, but normally consist of 4-5 days per week after school for about 1 hour to 1 ½ hours per day of the practice session. Practices may extend beyond these normal times prior to a major drill or field meet. Some teams prefer to practice prior to school. No matter which team you elect to join, you can rest assured that perfection only comes with commitment and hard work. All cadets are encouraged to become a member of at least one competitive team, either varsity or JV. There is an old axiom that states, “Students who are actively involved in their school activities make better grades and are more socially adaptive than their peers who elect not to become a part of their school.”

605. Staff Functions. Although not considered a competitive sport in regards to interscholastic rules, cadets who serve on the battalion or company staffs are in fact competing against other Navy JROTC units when it comes to earning the prestigious CNET and Distinguished Unit Awards. It is in the critical areas of operational planning, administration and logistics that our unit must excel if we are to continue to be competitive in our Annual Command Inspection and in these special national honors areas. Incidentally, several of our top staff officers are also actively involved in athletic competition and in numerous other student body and school activities. We strongly encourage such activities and champion all involvement as being essential to the total development of each cadet. The following are some of our Navy JROTC Battalion’s critical staff positions:

Administration. Cadets learn to maintain command correspondence files, maintain cadet personnel records, draft awards and advancement letters, record data, authenticate publications and maintain computer files.

Operations. Cadets learn to plan activities, field and drill trips, record results and maintain records of completion/competition, schedule bus and transportation arrangements, plan equipment lists, supervise the competitive teams and ensure the battalion’s objectives are met.

Supply. Cadets order, receive, inventory and account for all military issued equipment to include uniforms, text and workbooks, uniform accessories, drill and air rifles and associated equipment, decorations and awards, alterations and cleaning of uniforms and maintain a record of minor property assigned to the NJROTC unit.

Weapons. This department is directly accountable for the upkeep, inventory, security and readiness of all assigned drill and air target rifles, ceremonial swords and related ceremonial color guard, staff and guidon gear. Only authorized personnel may enter or work in the weapons room. A list of such cadets will be posted on the weapons locker door.

Athletic. This department will be tasked with maintaining physical fitness charts on all cadets, recording practice sessions for field meets, controlling and maintaining all issued athletic/special services gear, coordinating picnic outings, etc…

Public Affairs. This department will be responsible for: collecting newsworthy items of interest; liaison with the local school and community newspapers; photography and recording of unit events on film and photographs/slides; preparing unit scrap books; collecting news articles featuring the unit and any media/news/communications of the unit; as well as our monthly newsletter.

606. Other Key Staff Members The following Staff personnel, although not designated department heads, are Executive Assistants and directly support the Battalion Staff Commander:

Chaplain. Cadets assigned are strong in character, moral conviction and possess a desire to work in liaison with area churches, arranging Veteran’s Sabbath observances, contacting cadets who are ill, sending cards when appropriate, coordinating Thanksgiving and Christmas food/clothing drives/other charity work and offering prayers at special events.

Master Chief Petty Officer. The senior non-commissioned officer in the Battalion with the task of serving as an advisor to the Commander on matters relating to the morale of the unit, good order and discipline and on key advisory boards.

Senior Chief Petty Officer. One SCPO will be assigned to each company and will serve as advisor to both the Company Commander and the Battalion Master Chief Petty Officer in all matters relating to good order and discipline and the morale of his/her respective company.

Guidon. The third senior position within a platoon. A cadet who is knowledgeable of military drill with arms and use of the guidon in marching platoon members.

Squad Leaders. Each small element of a platoon (consisting of about 4-8 cadets in a squad) that is divided so the platoon can be mustered or led in drill as a smaller entity. Squad leaders are responsible for mustering, ensuring cadets in their squad have uniforms/accessories, haircuts, classroom or drill material for the day, assigned seats as determined by the instructor or platoon leader, turn in homework and assignments when due, and a cadet who is involved in all platoon and squad proceedings such as funds collection, paperwork due, etc..

606. Basic Battalion Organization Chart. This chart depicts a simple military chain of command from the Battalion to the Company to the Platoon and Squad echelons.

CHAPTER SEVEN

SUPPLY

701. General. Each cadet will be issued an official uniform for his/her use while enrolled in the NJROTC program. This uniform belongs to the United States Government and must be inventoried and receipted for both at issue and at turn-in. A cadet failing to return any uniform article of clothing or accessory (rank or rate device, NJROTC device, hat band, belt buckle, etc.) will result in a letter being sent to his/her parents detailing funds due to the Federal Government. Each cadet will be required to have his/her parent receipt for all uniforms/accessories issued certifying the parent or guardian is aware of the responsibilities stated above. Failure to make restitution or return uniform/accessories will also result in that debt being included in that student cadet’s high school record, thus denying graduation or transfer or receipt of grade transcript until such debt is paid in full, including a restriction on graduation.

702. Wear and Care. Just like your own automobile or clothes, it is the responsibility of each cadet to care for and properly maintain issued clothing or equipment. The Cadet Field Manual, issued to each cadet, describes in part how to maintain, wear and care for various uniform articles. Additional tips are (refer to Appendix 12 also):

- Do not place large or heavy objects in pockets

- Always hang coats, shirts, pants, skirts, ties, etc. on hangars when not in use

- Most uniforms can be washed at home. Follow these simple instructions:

Shirt/Pants – Wash in COLD

Use normal dryer setting

(remove immediately to avoid wrinkling)

Jacket - DRY CLEAN ONLY

Shoes - Shined with regular polish

(Use BLACK polish ONLY)

Dress Blue - DRY CLEAN ONLY (Jacket)

703. Smartness. For over two hundred years, men and women of the United States Navy have worn the uniform of the Navy with pride and distinction. You, as a junior Navy ROTC cadet, are expected to emulate these standards of excellence and serve as the local representative in your school and community. Wear your uniform with pride and dignity; by doing so reflects credit on YOU, your unit, your school and our community. Guidelines when wearing your uniform are found in your Cadet Field Manual.

704. Uniform of the Day. Winter Blue Uniform consists of long sleeved “blue” shirt and slacks and is worn from November thru April. Summer Blue consists of the white shirt and black slacks and is worn from April thru November. “Uniform of the Day” will be published in the POW.

705. Supply Storeroom. Since all supply and materials storage areas contain sizeable dollar value articles, all such areas are designated “OFF LIMITS” to all cadets other than those authorized by the Naval Science Instructor. NO cadet may enter such spaces without the expressed consent of the NSI/ANSI or Battalion Supply Officer, who will accompany that cadet during issue or turn-in. Hours of operation for supply issue or turn-in will be posted on the supply door.

706. Annual Inventory. All uniform articles, devices, drill, color guard, minor property, swords, etc. will be inventoried at least annually. A report of discrepancies will be filed with the Naval Science Instructor who will cause an investigation to be conducted for accountable lost inventory and necessary report of loss/survey forms to be completed.

CHAPTER EIGHT

DISCIPLINE

801. General. Inherent in any organization or team is a certain degree of discipline. You may recall that one of the objectives of the Navy JROTC program is to develop a high degree of individual discipline and a respect for constituted authority. Our program will concentrate on both individual and team discipline and leadership skills. It will be necessary that EACH cadet understand established rules of conduct, wearing of the uniform, school and unit rules and that he/she uphold each rule to the letter. There must be no tolerance for a cadet who puts self before team, who disobeys unit or school or community rules of conduct or for insubordination of disrespect to a superior cadet, teacher or instructor. Each cadet will be held accountable for his/her diplomacy, tact and military bearing. This issue weighs heavily on each cadet’s overall Aptitude grade, given each nine-week grading period. Cadets are expected to be a “cut above” the average student.

802. Discipline. Only the Senior Naval Science Instructor may recommend disenrollment to the principal and only the Senior Naval Science Instructor or Naval Science Instructor(s) can issue discipline. Cadets may verbally discipline and counsel, but only if authorized and in the presence of an instructor. Discipline will ordinarily follow the following table:

- Out of uniform Grade of “Zero” and written

warning

- Failure to be at appointed place (class or meeting) Verbal or written warning

- Disrespect to a senior NCO or Officer Reduction in rank/rate; and

probation

- Loss or damage to government property Reduction in rank/rate;

restitution and/or dismissal

from the corps

- Failure to advance/negative attitude Dismissal from the unit

- Cutting class, smoking, foul or abusive language Reduction in rank/rate;

recommendation to

Principal for OSS;

probation

- Failure to advance up to PAR level of peers; Reduction in rank/rate and

relief of duties Officer or

CPO

- Theft, lying, cheating Dismissal from the unit

- Three or more unexcused uniform days in a Probation for 3 weeks

Semester

- Fighting OSS and reduction rank/rate

or dismissal from the unit

- Sexual, racial, ethnic harassment Dismissal from the unit

- Class failure (any subject) Probation for 4 weeks

following failure;

reduction in rank/rate if

not corrected

- Conduct unbecoming a cadet Warning; probation, EMI,

dismissal if serious enough

803. Extra-Military Instruction (EMI). EMI may only be issued and supervised by an instructor, however, a fellow cadet senior to the cadet punished, may supervise activities other than physical discipline. Examples of EMI are detention, written assignments, reports or essays, cleaning NJROTC spaces after school, cleaning or arranging supply or related spaces, marching with a rifle to correct military drill deficiencies, extra-study to correct a failing grade or lack of knowledge, push-ups to bring attention to a deficiency, standing at attention with counseling being conducted simultaneously, or such other disciplinary action that conforms to that authorized by the Harrisburg School Board.

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Welcome Aboard

HHS NJROTC

Please Note

Every Wednesday is Uniform Day!

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