UNIFORM REGULATIONS AND POLICY
1. Uniform Policy: It is considered a privilege to wear the cadet uniform. It is an integral part of the NJROTC program and a privilege that must be earned. First year cadets will be issued their uniform after a satisfactory evaluation of academic performance, motivation, and aptitude for the NJROTC program.
2. Responsibility: Each cadet will be issued a complete set of NJROTC uniforms at no cost. The parent/guardian of the cadet accepts financial responsibility for the issued uniforms. Uniforms will not be issued until the Uniform Acceptance Statement is returned. Any initial alterations to ensure proper fit will be arranged by the unit. Restitution to the United States government must be made for any uniform items, which are lost or damaged through negligence. Failure to clear uniform obligations will result in the withholding of report cards, transcripts, etc. by the school. Cadets who do not wear the uniform on prescribed uniform days will receive a grade of zero. The uniform grade counts for 25% of the cadet’s final semester grade.
a. On prescribed uniform days (normally Wednesday), cadets are to wear the uniform for the entire day during school hours, “changing out” will result in a grade of zero.
b. Cadets are not allowed to miss uniform day without an excuse. After the third missed uniform day the cadet will be required to return all issued uniform items and will earn a final semester grade no higher than a 75%.
c. Wearing the uniform IS NOT AN EXCUSE for not dressing for physical education classes or for not participating in classroom activities in such subjects as shop.
d. Weekly uniform Inspections will be held in accordance with the Cadet Field Manual. Each discrepancy is worth 5 points. Attention to detail will ensure a high grade.
e. At the discretion of the instructor, cadets who consistently refuse to wear the uniform or wear it improperly (i.e. shirt tail out, unbuttoned, etc.) will be required to turn in all issued uniform items.
3. Cleaning and Pressing: All uniforms will be kept cleaned and pressed at all times. “My uniform is in the cleaners”, is not an accepted excuse for not wearing the uniform on prescribed uniform days. Always have your uniform ready.
a. Some uniform items must be dry cleaned at your expense during the school year. Ensure you follow cleaning labels/instructions.
b. Most items may be laundered at home and should be cleaned frequently to maintain their appearance. The use of spray starch will improve the appearance of the shirts.
c. Uniforms shall be returned in good condition.
4. Proper Wearing of the Uniform: The uniform is to be worn in accordance with Chapter 1 of the Cadet Field Manual.
5. Uniform Terminology:
a. Gig Line: A vertical line on the uniform formed by the edge of the shirt at the buttons, the edge of the belt buckle, and the edge of the fly on the trousers or slacks.
b. Irish Pennant: Pieces of loose thread or unraveled cloth, which stick out from buttons, button holes, seams, etc. To present a sharp appearance and demonstrate attention to detail, they should be removed.