Ribbon description
Description of Ribbons
Gold Valor Award
Awarded for voluntary acts of self-sacrifice and personal bravery by a cadet involving conspicuous risk of life above and beyond the call of duty.
Silver Valor Award
Awarded to a cadet for a voluntary act of heroism which does not meet the risk-of-life requirements of the Gold Valor Award.
Cadet Humanitarian Award
Presented for humanitarian acts by a cadet involving actions above and beyond the call of duty.
Air Force Association Award (AFA)
Presented annually to the outstanding AS-III cadet in Air Force Junior ROTC who meets the following criteria :
1. ranks in the upper 5% in the Aerospace Science Class
2. ranks in the upper 10% of the academic class
3. is recommended by the ASI as the "Outstanding Aerospace Science Cadet" in the class
4. possesses characteristics contributing to leadership and future value in positions of responsibility such as:
a.) positive attitude towards AFJROTC and school
b.) personal appearance (uniform, posture, grooming)
c.) personal attributes (initiative, judgement, and self-confidence)
d.) courtesy (promptness, obedience, and respect for customs)
e.) growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change, possession of the highest personal and ethical standards, and strong positive convictions)
Daedalian Award
Presented annually to one outstanding cadet in the junior class who meets the following criteria:
1. ranks in the upper 10% of the AFJROTC junior class
2. ranks in the upper 20% of the school junior class
3. demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of patriotism, love of country, and service to the nation
4. indicates the potential and desire to pursue a military career
American Legion Scholastic Award
Presented annually to one AS-III or AS-IV at each unit based on overall scholastic achievements who meets the following criteria:
1. ranks in the upper 10% of the high school class
2. ranks in the upper 25% of the Aerospace Science class
3. demonstrates leadership qualities
4. actively participates in constructive student activities
American Legion General Military Excellence Award
Presented annually to one AS-III or AS-IV at each unit based on general military excellence who meets the following criteria:
1. ranks in the upper 25% of the AFJROTC class
2. demonstrates outstanding qualities in military
leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)
Presented annually to one AS-IV cadet at each unit who meets the following criteria:
1. ranks in the upper 25% of the Aerospace Science class and the high school class.
2. demonstrates qualities of dependability and good character, adherence to military discipline, leadership ability, and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of ROTC training.
American Veterans (AMVETS) Award
Presented annually to one qualified cadet at each unit who meets the following criteria:
1. possesses a positive attitude toward Air Force ROTC programs and service in the Air Force
2. exhibits excellence personal appearance (to include the wearing of the uniform, posture, and grooming)
3. possesses exceptional personal attributes (initiative, dependability, judgment, and self-confidence)
4. displays officer potential (capacity for responsibility, adaptability, and maintenance of high personal standards)
5. has obtained a grade of "A" in the Aerospace Science class
6. is in good standing in all scholastic grades at the time of selection
Reserve Officers Association (ROA) Award
Presented annually for military and academic achievement to an outstanding AS-IV cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. possesses a positive attitude toward the Aerospace Science curriculum
2. exhibits excellent personal appearance (wear of the uniform, posture, and grooming)
3. possesses exceptional personal attributes (initiative, judgement, and self-confidence)
4. displays courtesy (promptness, obedience, and respect)
5. has strong growth potential (capacity for responsibility, high productivity, adaptability to change, maintenance of the highest personal and ethical standards, and strong positive convictions
6. ranks in the top 10% of the AS-IV class
Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW)
Presented annually to an AS-I cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. excels in all military and scholastic aspects at the time of selection and presentation of the award.
2. indicates by military and scholastic grades, extracurricular activities, and individual endeavors a desire to serve our nation.
3. has committed to continue the Aerospace Science program for the next school year.
The Retired Officers Association (TROA)
Presented annually to an outstanding AS-III cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. is a member of the junior class
2. is in good academic standing
3. is of high moral character
4. shows a high order of loyalty to the unit, school, and country
5. shows exceptional potential for military leadership
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Award
Presented annually to an outstanding AS-III or AS-IV cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. attains a grade of "B" or better in AFJROTC with an overall average of "C" or better in all subjects from the previous semester.
2. has a positive attitude towards AFJROTC
3. has outstanding military bearing and conduct
4. possesses strong positive personal attributes such as courtesy, dependability, punctuality, respect, and cooperation)
5. demonstrates patriotism (such as being a member of the color guard or drill team) and actively promotes Americanism
6. demonstrates leadership potential
7. is active in student activities
National Sojourners Award
Presented annually to an outstanding AS-II or AS-III cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. ranks in the top 25% of the academic class
2. encourages and demonstrates ideals of Americanism both within the cadet corps and on campus
3. demonstrates potential for outstanding leadership
Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) Award
Presented annually to an AS-I cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. exhibits a high degree of leadership
2. has outstanding military bearing
3. has excelled in all aspects of Aerospace Science studies
Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction Award
Presented annually to an outstanding second-year cadet in a 3-year program or third-year cadet in a 4-year program.This Ribbon is initially awarded with one silver star
Each cadet must:
Contribute the most to encourage Americanism by participation in extracurricular activities or community projects
Demonstrate academic excellence by being in the top 25% of class Demonstrate the qualities of dependability, good character, self discipline, good citizenship and patriotism There has not been a previous recipient of this award
Military Order of the Purple Heart Award
Presented annually to an AS-III or AS-IV cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. has a positive attitude toward AFJROTC and country
2. holds a leadership position in the cadet corps
3. is active in school and community affairs
4. attains a grade of "B" or better in all subjects for the previous semester
Air Force Sergeants Association Award
Presented annually to an AS-III or AS-IV cadet who meets the following criteria:
1. is in the top 25% of the AFJROTC class
2. demonstrates outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship
Non Commissioned Officers Assoc. Award
This award annually recognizes the most outstanding cadet Noncommissioned Officer in the unit. Each cadet must consistently exhibit the best military bearing, personal appearance, deportment and leadership ability
Outstanding Cadet Ribbon
Presented annually to one cadet The recipient must be of high moral character, demonstrate positive personal attributes, display outstanding military potential, and attain academic and military excellence.
Leadership Ribbon
Awarded for outstanding performance in a position of leadership as an AFJROTC cadet in corps training activities. It is limited to 5% of the corps annually.
Achievement Ribbon
Awarded for significant achievement as deemed appropriate by the ASI/AASI. It is limited to 5% of the cadet corps annually. Individuals may not receive more than one ribbon during a 1-year period. Received by the cadet of the quarter
Superior Performance Ribbon
Awarded annually for outstanding achievement or meritorious service rendered specifically on behalf of AFJROTC. It is presented for a single or sustained performance of a superior nature. It is limited to 10% of the cadet corps annually.
Commander's Unit Award
Awarded to those cadets who hold a commanders position
Vice Commander's Unit Award
Awarded to cadets who hold a Vice Commanders position
Academic Ribbon
Awarded for academic excellence as signified by attaining an overall grade point average of at least a "B" and an "A" in AFJROTC for the current semester
Outstanding Flight Ribbon
Awarded to the members of the outstanding flight(s) as chosen by the ASI/AASI
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Summer Leadership School Ribbon
Awarded for the completion of an approved summer leadership program of at least 5 days duration
Drill Competition Ribbon
Awarded to drill team members for "placing" in an Air Force or Joint Service drill meet.
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Orienteering Competition Ribbon
Awarded to team members for "placing" in an orienteering meet
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Cocurricular Activities Leadership Ribbon
Awarded for leadership in an AFJROTC co-curricular activity
Drill Team Ribbon
Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled drill team event
Color Guard Ribbon
Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled color guard events
Sabre Team Ribbon
Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled sabre team events
Service Ribbon
Awarded to each cadet who performs at least 200 hours of documented community service
Longevity Ribbon
Awarded for the completion of each AS year.
Physical Fitness Ribbon
Awarded requirements are as follows:
a)Regular participation in any school physical education (P.E.) class, while maintaining a 3.0 or higher GPA for the semester.
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b)Regular participation on any school or community sponsored sports team. A letter from the coach must be provided at the end of the sports season that describes your contribution to the team and areas of physical development within the sport.
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c)Maintain and document a personal fitness program to be pre-approved by the ASI.
Recruiting Ribbon
Awarded for recruiting two new cadets into the AFJROTC program, or to those cadets who have been active for at least one semester on the Recruiting Team.
Activities Ribbon
Awarded for participation in at least 2 co-corricular activities, such as parades.
Attendance Ribbon
Awarded to cadets with no more than 4 excused absences and no unexcused absences in an academic term.
Good Conduct Ribbon
Awarded to cadets with no suspensions of any kind, no adverse reports from other staff or faculty in an academic term.
Dress and Appearance Ribbon
Awarded to cadets who maintain a uniform inspection score of 90% or higher for a full semester. The basic ribbon will be issued for the first award, with oak leaf clusters issued for each subsequent award.
A semester uniform inspection score of 98% or higher will earn a bronze star.
