General Provisions

1.1 Purpose

This Standard Procedures (SOP) provides policies and procedures for the organisation, administration, operation, and support of the Yerba Beuna High School Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Program. All Cadets participating in the program are expected to comply with this SOP.

1.2 Authority

The Army JROTC program originated as part of the National Defense Act of 1916. The principle of maintaining national programs of military training for citizens attending school was validated during Congressional hearings preceding passage of the ROTC Vitalization Act of 1964. The program consists of three levels of instruction: the Senior Division, the Military Schools Division, and the Junior Division. Yerba Buena High School is a Junior Division unit.

1.3 Mission

The mission of the Yerba Buena High School JROTC Program is to motivate young people to be better citizens. Another aspect of our mission is to train leaders for tomorrow. The Army JROTC program provides a unique educational experience for students through their participation in a federally sponsored course of leadership instruction while pursuing their normal civilian education. Students should acquire an understanding of the fundamental concepts of military art and science, an introduction to associate professional knowledge, and an appreciation of requirements for national security. The dual roles of citizen/soldier and soldier/citizen are studied. JROTC assists in the total development of high school students so that they can take their places as responsible citizens in our free society. Special emphasis is placed on teaching student's personal responsibility, integrity, dependability, and maturity.

1.4 Course Actions

Each cadet should: Be a better citizen; Appreciation of ethical values and principles that are the groundwork of good citizenship; Develop leadership potential with abilities to live and work with others; Develop ability to think logically and to communicate effectively bu writing and orally; Learn an appreciation of the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health; Gain knowledge of the effects and dangers of drug abuse, and how to resist pressures to try drugs; Develop mental management abilities including goal setting, visualization, and positive self-image; Develop knowledge of educational and vocational opportunities and the development of basic skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a military or civilian team.

1.7 Uniforms and Equipment

Proper appearance and dress is an indication of self-respect, pride, alertness, and proper attitude. The Army uniform is the symbol of a old and honorable profession and of our great nation. THE UNIFORM WILL BE WORN ON COLLAB DAYS, AT THE DISCRETION OF THE SAI ON FRIDAY AND ON SPECIAL OCCASIONS.

a) The uniform will be worn in the correct manner at all times to include during class periods and to and from school.

b) Cadet Officers, NCO's, and instructor personnel are required to correct uniform violations when observed.

c) Cadets not in uniform will wear proper civilian attire

d) NO PART OF THE UNIFORM WILL BE WORN WITH CIVILIAN CLOTHES!

1.8 Haircuts

All cadets must present a neat appearance at all times. Haircuts will conform to the standards in the Cadet Command Regulation 145-2.

Male cadets' hair will be well groomed, cut short or medium length, and neatly trimmed at all times with uniforms. The face and neck will be cleanly shaven. The hair will be trimmed above the ears and above the top of the shirt collar around the back of the neck. Sideburns, when worn, will not extend lower than the ear opening and will be neatly trimmed at all times. A neat military haircut normally measures not more than 3 inches in length.

Female cadets' hair will be neatly tie up into a bun at all times with uniform. Hair ties and clip color must be corresponding with cadet's hair color.