A: The Medal of Heroism is a U.S. military decoration awarded by the Department of the Army (DA) to a JROTC who performs an act of heroism. The achievement must be an accomplishment so exceptional and outstanding that it clearly sets the individual apart from fellow students or from other persons in similar circumstances. The performance must have involved the acceptance of danger and extraordinary responsibilities, exemplifying praiseworthy fortitude and courage.

B: 1. Initiated by the SAI based on achievements described in the paragraph above. Such acts may have been accomplished while on or off of the institution property. 

2. Submitted by SAI to the appropriate subordinate commander concerned for approval or disapproval. A DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) or a letter will be used. Statements of eyewitnesses (preferably in the form of certifications, affidavits, or sworn statements), extracts for official records, sketches, maps, diagrams, or photographs will be attached to support amplify stated facts. The final approval authority is the Brigade Commander.

C: Requisitions for the medal may be submitted, through the supporting installation, to Defense Personnel Support Center, ATTN: DPSC-T, 2800 South 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19101.

D: Presentation of the award will be made during an appropriate ceremony by a general officer of the senior officer of the Active Army. Exceptions to this may be approved by the Brigade Commander

A: The Superior Cadet Decoration (JROTC) is awarded by DA and is limited to one outstanding cadet in each LET level in each JROTC or NDCC unit.

B. To be considered eligible for this award, an individual must : 

1: A JROTC or NDCC Cadet

2: In the top 10% of his/her JROTC/NDCC class academically and in the top 50% of his/her class in overall academic standing.

3: Recommended by the SAI and principal/head of the institution.

C. Nominations for this award will be made by the SAI based on results of a selection board. The composition of the board will:

1. Be mutually agreed upon by the SAI and the head of the institution.

2. Provide military and civilian representation.

3. Be sufficiently competent to evaluate the individual, using criteria and procedures prescribed by this regulation.

4. Have the SAI as president of the board.

5. Include Active Army members who may be assigned and at least on authorized JROTC or NDCC instructor who has regularly instructed the class in which the Cadet being considered is a member.

6. Include one or more selected civilian school official or faculty member not to exceed one-third of the board members.

D. The selection board (described in paragraph (c) above) will be constituted at the beginning of the school year and the members will observe the performance of the students on order to make sound selections. The president will convene the board at a date not later than two months before the scheduled end of the academic year, to review Cadet records, and select the nominee of the award in each class. The criteria and the point weights for use in selection of recipients will be used on a maximum of 300 points as follows (table 11-1):

Table 12-1

Selection Criteria and Point Weights

Criteria Points

Military scholarship and grades (grades earned in all courses other than JROTC or NDCC)-50

Academic scholarship and grades (grades earned in all courses other than JROTC or NDCC)-50

Military Leadership-50

Academic leadership (separate from academic grades attained in JROTC, NDCC, and regular courses. Includes all demonstrated qualities of leadership in student organizations, constructive activities, participation in sports, etc.)-50

Demonstrated qualities of discipline, courtesy activities and character and consistently demonstrated potential qualities as an officer (to be an overall estimate for all pertinent elements of the Cadet's performance)-100

Total points-300

E. Nominations will be forwarded annually to the brigade to be received not later than 45 days before the end of the academic year. Nominations will be typed on a single sheet of bond paper, size 8 1/2 by 11 inches, showing the name of the school, the full name of each nominee, the class-year, and the signature of the SAI. If a multiple-unit selection board is convened, the DAI may endorse the nominations, but will not delay them. The nominations must be submitted by each school to the appropriate subordinate commanders and will not be placed on a consolidated list for forwarding purposes. The SAI will retain nominations on file for 2 years following receipt.

F. Brigade will approve the nomination by signing the paper certificate (DA Form 1773-1 (JROCT) or DA Form 1773-3 (NDCC)). These forms are available through Brigade channels and will be presented with the award. Approval and signature authority may be delegated to the DAI/SAI via published guidance from the Brigade.

G. The award consists of the blue pendant ribbon, blue-ribbon bar and clip, lapel button, and case with the appropriate certificate. For subsequent awards see paragraphs 11-23d. Requisitions for the award will be submitted through the appropriate supporting installation to Defense Personnel Support Center, ATTN: DPSC-T, 2800 South 20th Street, Philidelphia, PA 19101.

H.  The names of the recipients will be announced annually by the SAI at a close-of-the-year ceremony. The SAI will notify appropriate news agencies in order that suitable new releases may be given to hometown and local press. It is not necessary to advice HQDA of the names of the recipients of the awards.

A. The Celebrate Freedom Foundation/Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-sponsored award consists of a certificate and ribbon and is presented annually to the outstanding first or second-year (in a 3-year program or 4-year program) Cadet. The award consists of a ribbon and a certificate. 

B. The award recipient must possess/meet the following personal characteristics and eligibility criteria: 

1. Positive attitude (toward JROTC and school). 

2. Outstanding personal appearance (uniform and grooming) 

3. Display personal attributes such as initiative, judgment, and self-confidence. 

4. Courteous demeanor (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs). 

5. Growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change). 

6. Possession of the highest personal and ethical standards and strong positive convictions.

7. Indicate the potential and desire to pursue a military career. 

8. Rank in the top 5% in their respective JROTC class with a grade average of "A" or numerical equivalent. 

9. Rank in the top 15% of their academic class. 

10. Be recommended by the SAI as an Outstanding Cadet. 

C. The SAI/AI should select the recipient by 1 March. The certificate is available for download and printing via the applicable service web portal. To receive the ribbon/medal please contact the Celebrate Freedom Foundation, 1300 Pickens Street, suite 200, Columbia, SC 29210 (803) 708-4752. 

Reference: USAA Education Foundation Ribbon awarded for JROTC cadet participation in the JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl Practice Test.

OVERVIEW: The USAA Educational Foundation Ribbon is presented to cadets who participate in the onlinepractice test of JLAB. The award recognizes individual efforts toward achieving a clear understanding of coresubjects including math, science, language arts, leadership, current events, and financial literacy. Studymaterials are available free to all cadets under “Resources” on www.cofcontests.com dashboard through studying the content provided free to all cadets participating in JLAB. Financial literacy videos can also be accessed: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL627wXRH-Y7Bo1l4mOtbdKaPi-HKOKy8

DESCRIPTION: The award consists of a single ribbon with equal spacing of the colors blue, white, and black (the only common colors incorporated into each of the service branch logos for JROTC, including Coast Guard and Space Force).

CRITERIA: To be eligible for the ribbon the cadet must:

1. Be currently enrolled in JROTC.

2. Participate in the practice test of the online JROTC Leadership & Academic Bowl

3. Review all study materials and answer all questions during the online practice tests for JLAB * (COF can assist instructors with this verification; see “Eligibility” below).

4. Be in good standing in all military aspects and scholastic grades at the time of selection and presentation of the ribbon.

5. If the cadet has previously received this ribbon, an “oak-leaf cluster”, can be awarded by the instructor.

ELIGIBILITY: ANY cadet that participates in the practice test is eligible for the USAA EF Ribbon. Instructors - A complete list of the cadets who took the practice test (open to all cadets) can be found on your Instructor Dashboard. Log into your cofcontests.com account and click Student Participation on the left side. This list will show all students who took the practice test and their score. Please note that a student can be listed more than once if they took the practice test more than once. You may download this list by clicking the orange button to the top right corner of that screen.

SOURCE: Awards will be vetted through the College Options Foundation JLAB Practice Test participation.

Instructors may order the ribbons at their discretion. Awards can be ordered at a minimal cost from the

PRESENTATION: The award will be presented at the discretion of the instructor.

Awarded annually to one cadet who exhibits the degree of excellence in scholastics.

Awarded by: Superintendent

Awarded anually to one cadet in each LET level for achieving the highest academic grades.

Awarded by: Principal

Awarded annually to those cadets who maintain a grade of "A" in JROTC and a "B" in the remaining academic subjects.

Awarded by: The Director of Army Instructors or Senior Army instructor in a single unit.

Awarded Cadets with no unexcused absences during each quarter/semester.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Elected to a student government office.

Awarded by: Principal

Awarded to Cadets successfully completing first quarter/semester of training each LET year.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded to cadets who participate on an Academic/Technology Team.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded for attendance at a military dinning/ball.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded for Gold, SIlver, or Bronze honor roll.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadets on the JLAB team.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to one cadet in each LET level who displays the highest degree of leadership.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadets who consistently present an outstanding appearance.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadets who have demonstrated an exceptionally high level of leadership, academic achievement, and performance of duty.

Awarded by: Director of Army Instruction/Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to drill team members.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadets who are a member of the orienteering team.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadets who are a member of the Color/Honor Guard.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Rifle Team members.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadets who are members of adventure training type units.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded to Cadets whose performance of duty exceptionally exceeds that expected of Cadets of their grade and experience.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to cadets who have demonstrated outstanding conduct throughout the school.

Awarded by: The Senior Army Instructor

Awarded to Cadets for JCLC participation.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor.

N/A

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

You may receive this award for participating on the saber team.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to cadets who participate on the Annual Staff Trip at the end of the year.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded semesterly to all Cadets in the winning company at the Battalion formal inspection.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded Annually to Cadets in varsity sports.

Awarded by: Principal 

Awarded Annually to Cadets who maintain excellent physical fitness. The ribbon will be presented to cadets receiving an 85-percentile rating or better in all five Cadet Challenge events.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded Annually to Cadets who maintain excellent physical fitness. The ribbon will be presented to cadets receiving an 50-percentile rating or better in all five Cadet Challenge events.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to cadets who participate on the raider team and have received 50th percentile or better.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded to cadets who complete 8 flag details.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded to cadets who have participate in local community parades; for example Christmas parade, Blossom Parade, etc.

Awarded to Cadets who recruit student into the JROTC program each qaurters/semester.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

N/A

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

You can earn this award by attending the Battalion Leadership Course.

You may earn this award by participating with a fundraiser

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded Annually to Cadets who Participate in service learning projects.

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructor

Awarded annually to Cadet Staff Officers for excellent staff performance 

Awarded by: Senior Army Instructors