JROTC Awards PDF

Leadership Camp, formally known as JROTC Summer Camp, is conducted at Camp Ashland, NE and Offutt AFB. This is four days of fun and adventure in the sun. Cadets earn the right to wear the army's camouflage uniform and combat boots for this event. Students are assigned leadership positions to build leadership skills, they practice drill and ceremony, complete a one-mile run, and develop new compass and orienteering skills. They gain self-confidence in rappelling, familiarization in marksmanship and archery, construct and cross a rope bridge, and run an obstacle course. Cadets are among the few civilians that experience lunch in a military dinning facility. Organized athletics are also scheduled, and a few selected cadets gain an opportunity to participate in a Leadership Reaction Course. The fourth and final day is set aside for a historical tour, lunch, an awards ceremony, and concluded with equipment turn-in at the school. Students return to their home each night and must be in formation the next morning to board the bus.

Students are cautioned about low academic grades. Camp normally begins the same day that Summer School opens. Plan ahead.

Awards (IAW OPS JROTC SOP):
Summer Camp Ribbon

"Drill provides a means, through ceremonies, of enhancing morale, developing the spirit of cohesion, and presenting traditional, interesting and well executed parades. The objectives accomplished by drill are teamwork, confidence, discipline, alertness, and attention to detail, espirit de corps, and pride. It instills habits of precision and response to leader's orders and provides the participant the opportunity to practice commanding and directing."

JROTC Drill at South High School offers many teams and provides an opportunity for students to choose activities of their choice. These teams are open to all students enrolled in JROTC at South High. In addition, students gain an opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, and visit with students from other schools during the competitions and while participating in community events.

Color Guard consists of five members. They carry the National Flag, State Flag, and School Flag, with two Guards that carry Standard Military Drill Rifles that are detailed and chromed. The Color Guard performs opening ceremonies at school sporting events, community organizations, musical activities, honor organizations, and participate in local parades. They also compete in the annual Invitational Drill Meets hosted by OPS, UNO, Bellevue, and in the new Tri-City Meet. Team categories are Varsity, Junior Varsity, and an all Female Team.

Members of the Color Guard begin practice early in the school year and continue through the spring. Practice is after school on Tuesdays and Thursday from 3:00-3:45. Practices are adjusted according to upcoming commitments and may include practice on Saturday mornings from 7:00-9:00 am.

Drill provides a means, through ceremonies, of enhancing morale, developing the spirit of cohesion, and presenting traditional, interesting and well executed parades. The objectives accomplished by drill are teamwork, confidence, discipline, alertness, and attention to detail, espirit de corps, and pride. It instills habits of precision and response to leader's orders and provides the participant the opportunity to practice commanding and directing." (145-U1/2-SCT)

JROTC Drill at South High School offers many teams and provides an opportunity for students to choose activities of their choice. These teams are open to all students enrolled in JROTC at South High. In addition, students gain an opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, and visit with students from other schools during the competitions and while participating in community events.

Color Guard consists of five members. They carry the National Flag, State Flag, and School Flag, with two Guards that carry Standard Military M1903 Drill Rifles that are detailed and chromed. The Color Guard performs opening ceremonies for school sporting events, community organizations, musical activities, honor organizations, and they participate in local parades. They also compete in the annual Invitational Drill Meets hosted by OPS, UNO, Bellevue, and in the new Tri-City Meet. Team categories are Varsity, Junior Varsity, and an all Female Team.

Members of the Color Guard begin practice early in the school year and continue through the spring. Practice is after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-3:45. Practices are adjusted according to upcoming commitments and may include practice on Saturday mornings from 7:00-9:00 am.

Flag Detail consists of a commander, two cadets for the halyard, and six flag handlers to unfold/fold the United States Flag. The Flag Detail is charged with the responsibility to maintain the National Flag for South High School in accordance with procedures set forth by military drill, patriotic traditions, and The US Flag Code. They insure the flag properly displayed, folded, stored and maintained daily. The Flag Detail also performs the ceremonial duties for Patriots Day, 911 Ceremony, Veterans Day, and the display of the flag at half-staff when directed by the US President or Governor of Nebraska.

US Flag: The US Flag symbolizes justice, unity, and pride. When folded correctly, only the blue field is visible, and it will have the triangular shape of a cocked hat. This symbolizes the headgear worn during the Revolutionary War.
WHITE is for hope, purity, and innocence;
RED for hardiness and valor;
BLUE is for loyalty, vigilance, perseverance, and justice.
THIRTEEN STRIPES 7-red, 6-white, represent the thirteen original colonies
BLUE RECTANGLE stands for unity
THE UNION with 50 stars for 50 states represents the constellation. HALF-STAFF display represents the nation in mourning.

Saber Team consists of a commander and up to ten students. The Honor Guard forms a corridor of highly polished chrome sabers arched overhead to recognize honorees during select ceremonies. They perform during homecoming, the JROTC Spring Formal, JROTC Awards Night, the Annual Inspections, and upon request by school and civic organizations. Practice is established according to upcoming events and commitments.

Regulation Drill Teams consist of a Varsity, Junior Varsity, and an all Female Team. They perform standard facing and marching movements in accordance with the US Army's published Drill and Ceremonies Manual. They participate in local parades such as the Spirit of America Parade held in Ralston in the fall and Cinco De Maya Parade held in the spring. They also compete annually in the Invitational Drill Meets hosted by OPS, Abe Lincoln, UNO, and Bellevue. Additionally, the teams are evaluated each year during the Formal Inspection conducted by US Army Cadet Command.

Members of the Drill Team begin practice early in the school year and continue through the spring. Practice is conducted on Mondays and Wednesdays after school from 3:00 to 3:45 pm, and is adjusted according to upcoming commitments. As competitions dates approach addition practices are scheduled on Saturday mornings from 7:00 to 9:00 am.

Regulation Rifle Drill Team consists of a commander, three squad leaders, and six cadets. In addition to the standard military drill movements this team also focuses on the precision and execution of Infantry Rifle Drill using authentic M1903 Springfield drill rifles in their routine. The team also has the option to participate in local parades. Competitions in this category are the annual Tri-City, UNO, and Bellevue Drill Meets. Practice is conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays, after school from 4:00 to 4:45 pm, and on Saturday mornings from 7:00 to 9:00 am.

Exhibition Drill Team consists of a commander, four squad leaders, and twelve cadets. This team is only limited by the ingenuity of its members. They develop their own routine and drill movements. The routine includes advanced drill, executing delays, circle formations, and ripple effects. This is for the student that has mastered regulation drill and is prepared to commit additional time and effort. The team has the option to participate in local parades and at school and community events. Competitions in this category are Tri-City, UNO, and Bellevue Invitational Drill Meets. Practice is conducted after school on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 to 4:45 pm and on Saturday mornings from 7:00 to 9:00 am, and adjusted according to upcoming competitions.

Exhibition Rifle Drill Team consists of a commander, three squad leaders, and six cadets. This team is only limited by the ingenuity of its members. They develop their own routine and drill movements. They execute precision drill using authentic M1903 Springfield drill rifles. The routine includes advanced rifle drill, spinning the rifles, executing delays, circle formations, and ripple effects. This is for the student that has mastered regulation rifle drill and is prepared to commit additional time and effort. The team has the option to participate in local parades and at school and community events. Competitions in this category are the annual Tri-City, UNO, and Bellevue Invitational Drill Meets. Practice is conducted before school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 4:45 pm, and on Saturday mornings from 7:00 to 9:00 am, and is adjusted according to upcoming competitions.

THE HAND SALUTE is one of the most recognizable courtesies of the military. Ages ago, the salute was a greeting that indicated you were not holding a weapon in your hand. Today, it is a way to show respect.

Awards (IAW OPS JROTC SOP):
Color Guard: Ribbon (4), White Shoulder Cord (8), Metal Pocket Arch (24), and Shoulder Tab (50), Parade Ribbon (1)
Drill Team: Ribbon (1), Red Shoulder Cord (2), Metal Pocket Arch (4), and Shoulder Tab (9), Parade Ribbon (1), Exhibition Arch
Ref: Drill and Ceremonies, US Army Field Manual 22.5, Dec 1986; OPS, JROTC, SOP.

This formal dance is held in the spring each year and is open to students with tickets who are enrolled in JROTC and their date. The evening begins with the announcement of the new JROTC Brigade Staff and the presentation of a saber to the new Brigade Commander. Immediately following the appointments, an evening of fun, dancing, and memories begin. A DJ provides popular music for the event. While formal attire is a requirement for the event, most students make the most of the opportunity by enjoying dinner with their date before or after the dance. Some even go all out and rent a limo for this special night. All seven JROTC programs are involved in the dance and are under the supervision of the JROTC Instructors, School Administrators, Teachers, and Parents.

CADET PROMOTIONS ARE BASED UPON OUTSTANDING MILITARY AND ACADEMIC MERIT.  CADETS MUST HAVE DEMONSTRATED OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP, CITIZENSHIP, CONDUCT, AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN MILITARY AND ACADEMIC SUBJECTS.  ADDITIONALLY THET MUST HAVE PERFORMED IN AN OUTSTANDING MANNER IS HIS/HER PRESENT POSITION AND DEMONSTRATED THE POTENTIAL TO ASSUME GREATER RESPONSIBILITY IN A HIGHER POSITION. 

ACCELARATED PROMOTIONS ONLY IN AN EXCEPTIONAL CASE.

PROMOTIONS OF ONLY THE MOST OUTSTANDING CADETS.
 

ACCELARATED PROMOTIONS ONLY IN AN EXCEPTIONAL CASE.
PROMOTIONS OF ONLY THE MOST OUTSTANDING CADETS.

Marksmanship is an Olympic Sport that tests the participants visual acuity, coordination, and control of normal body functions, such as breath control, relaxation, and sight. The participant must develop concentration skills to master the coordination and timing between sight, brain, and body to become a successful marksman. In addition to the obvious, students that desire this type of activity must pass an extensive safety course on the proper handling of a air rifles, the components and function of the parts in an air rifle, and be able to recite and demonstrate the range safety rules.

South High JROTC has two marksmanship teams, a Junior Varsity team and a Varsity team. With the permission of the instructor, participants may further enhance their skills by enrolling in the advanced marksmanship class.

Students compete throughout the year demonstrating their skills with the pellet pistol, and pellet rifle.  The teams compete with the other high school teams in OPS. The competitions include shoulder-to-shoulder matches, postal matches, and an annual biathlon.

Awards (IAW OPS JROTC SOP):
Marksmanship Ribbon
Shoulder Cord
Marksmanship Badge: Marksman, Sharpshooter, and Expert

The sport of orienteering originated in Scandinavia and came to America in the 1940's. Orienteering is a competitive form of land navigation in which each participant uses a map and compass to navigate between checkpoints. The goal is to locate as many checkpoints as possible in the shortest amount of time. Competitors must travel quickly from point-to-point ensuring they have located and correctly recorded all marker information. The points are located in obscure valleys, wooded areas, brush, and along trails.

South High JROTC competes at the annual Orienteering Competition held at Platte River State Park, just outside Omaha. Weeks prior to the event, all cadets receive intense classroom instruction and hands-on training to gain the skills required to read topographical maps, use protractors to locate grid coordinates, and compasses for direction.

South High forms a ten-member squad, consisting of five two-person teams. Each team takes a challenging 50-question test prepared by the Nebraska National Guard. The clock begins after the written test, when participants are issued maps to plot their checkpoints. After verification that they have correctly plotted the checkpoints, they depart into the woods to locate as many markers as possible. Each checkpoint has a designated score value and specific code and marker for the teams to scribe on their score sheet. After all the teams have returned, test scores are tallied with checkpoint scores and elapsed times to determine the winning team. In addition to the two member teams, the school with the best-combined score for all five teams wins the school category.

Awards (IAW OPS JROTC SOP):
Orienteering Ribbon, Green Shoulder Cord

Raider training builds dedication and determination by challenging the participants in practical hands-on applications that increase physical fitness, build self-confidence, develop leadership, and inspire teamwork. The activities also develop healthy competition among other programs and schools. The training enhances previous knowledge acquired in JROTC.

This consists of eight members with one serving as the commander and one as the team leader. This team provides cadets a program in mentally and physically challenging events: physical fitness test: 2-mile run, push-up, sit-up, pull-up; first aid skills and the litter carry; ropes, knots, and the one-rope bridge; maps and land navigation; marksmanship; ten-kilometer road march. The events are conducted one after the other, so students must develop a regular exercise program to prepare well in advance of the competition.

The physical fitness test is based on the Army's Physical Fitness Test (APFT). The first aid portion simulates an airplane accident where the team must perform the four-lifesaving steps that include evaluating a casualty, CPR, stop/control the bleeding, prevent or treat for shock, treat a fracture, and treat a burn. Once completed, the team must evacuate the injured person to a safe location using an improvised litter. The team must negotiate a land navigation course and locate as many control-points as possible using a topographical map, protractor, and compass within the allotted time. For the one-rope bride, members must work as a team and construct a rope bridge to cross an obstacle, such as a valley or a body of water. The team will then quickly cross the bridge without loosing equipment. They are assessed on proper construction, safety and time. The team must complete a grueling ten-kilometer road march as a team, "start together - finish together."

The commander establishes and publishes the training sessions based on competitive events held in the fall and spring each year.

Awards (IAW OPS JROTC SOP):
Adventure Training Ribbon, Black Cord, Metal Pocket Arch, Shoulder Tab