The objectives of JROTC are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals.

Mission Statement

E. A. Laney High School

The mission of Emsley A. Laney High School is to prepare all students for the future by striving for excellence in pursuit of a quality education by providing a rigorous and relevant curriculum within a safe and caring learning environment.

Mission

NC-802

The mission of NC-802 is to prepare better, more productive citizens through the application of the USAF core values, Integrity First, Service Before Self and Excellence in all we do in the study of Leadership, Aviation History, Science of Flight and Science of Space.

Motto

We build better citizens for America!

NC-802 CADET GUIDEBOOK DEDICATION

This Cadet Guidebook is dedicated to those cadets who are the future of our organization. May they feel, know and carry out their responsibilities.

NC-802 Striving for Excellence!

Emsley A. Laney High School Telephone 910-350-2089, ext. 231

Aerospace Science Department Fax 910-350-2083

2700 North College Road

Wilmington, NC 28405-8899 e-mail: NC-802@afjrotc.net

MEMORANDUM FOR AFJROTC Cadets 27 August 2007

FROM: AEROSPACE SCIENCE INSTRUCTORS

SUBJECT: NC-802 Welcome!

Congratulations! You have just made the first step in planning your future. You're off to a great start, and we're proud that you have joined the NC-802 Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Cadet Group. This unit obtained an Outstanding Unit rating (Top 25% of all AFJROTC units in the nation), or an Excellent Unit rating, the next highest rating you can get, every year from 1988-2002. We achieved the Distinguished Unit Award in 2004-5, 2005-6 and 2006-7. Let's make this year even better.

But as we mentioned, you've only just begun. Since you have chosen to become a part of such a reputable organization, you now become a valued asset who will be challenged to the utmost in achieving our goals for the year.

As we strive for these goals you will learn teamwork, leadership, responsibility, discipline, honor, pride, and a great deal about yourself. All this may sound like we expect a lot from you, but all of these qualities are within your grasp. For these few words are often used to describe the cadets in our unit, and after you become involved in the many activities we have planned for this year you will see why.

What you are going to experience this year may be the toughest challenge

you will ever face. You must be ready to conform to standards, take orders, and

learn new ways of doing things. Everything you do is designed to make you the

best you can be. Being the best often means giving 250% effort for 100% achievement. But remember you are not alone! There are about 100 other cadets going through the same thing you are. Keep in mind that the officers and upperclassmen are here to help. So, if you have any questions don't hesitate to ask any of them.

By following the guidelines in this handbook you can help prepare yourself for a more rewarding future in the NC-802 cadet group. This handbook was designed to give you a better understanding of what will be expected of you as a cadet. Please use it throughout the year, for it will answer most of the questions you will have about the JROTC program here at Laney.

If you are ready to accept the challenges that lie before you, then NC-802 welcomes you with open arms. We have a lot to offer, and hope that you will do your best to help us obtain our goals.

Again, we welcome you to the NC-802.

GARY O. GREEN, Lt Col, USAF (Ret.)
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor

CHARLES L. SMITH, CMSgt, USAF (Ret.)
Aerospace Science Instructor

THE AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE

OFFICERS' TRAINING CORPS PROGRAM

Did you know that?

1. AFJROTC cadets have an advantage when competing for appointments to the U.S. Air Force Academy and the other service academies.

2. AFJROTC cadets have an opportunity to earn full four-year scholarships to colleges and universities of their choice.

3. Each year former cadets of this unit graduate from colleges and universities with commissions as Navy Ensigns and Army, Air Force and Marine Corps Second Lieutenants.

4. There is no MILITARY SERVICE OBLIGATION whatsoever for participating in the AFJROTC program.

5. Membership in the AFJROTC unit is open to any female or male student who has completed eighth grade, are physically fit and a citizen of the United States.

6. AFJROTC courses carry the same credit as any other elective subject.

7. Cadets earn medals, ribbons, swords, trophies, plaques and other awards based on their scholarship, military bearing and appearance, school service, community service, etc.

8. All of the good-looking AFJROTC uniforms, insignia, medals, ribbons and textbooks are provided at no cost to the male or female cadets.

9. Members of the Drill Team and Color Guard travel around North Carolina to compete against other units. Varsity letters can be earned:

i. A drill team member must attend at least ¾ of the drill competitions

ii. A drill team member must earn the Service, Color Guard or Drill Team, Good Conduct, Activities, and Drill Competition ribbons during the current school year.

iii. A drill team member must sustain a 3.0 average in AFJROTC and an overall 2.0 grade point average with no failing grades during the school year.

10. Subjects studied include Frontiers of Aviation History, Science of Flight, Exploration of Space, Air Force Careers, Geography, Life after High School: “Choosing a career”. Leadership topics include Introduction to AFJROTC, Intercommunications Skills, Life Skills, Principles of Management, Drill & Ceremonies, and Unlocking your Potential.

11. Each year outstanding cadets participate in a week of Cadet Officer Leadership School orientation and adventure. The school we attend is the South Carolina Cadet Officer Leadership School at the Citadel.

12. Each year cadets may go on a field trip to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base to fly in an Air Force aircraft.

13. Each year the cadets have the opportunity to attend the formal Dining-In/Out, to march in the Azalea Festival parade, and to present the colors at formal occasions.

14. Cadets develop leadership experience and personal self-confidence by commanding elements, flights, squadrons and even the entire group of cadets.

15. Cadets may join the static Aircraft Model Club and build their own models.

16. Cadets may join the Model Rocket Club and learn to build and fire their own rockets.

17. This AFJROTC unit has an outstanding record and reputation among AFJROTC units throughout Eastern North Carolina.

18. Color Guards represent the school at athletic events and community activities.

Curriculum Guide

AIR FORCE JROTC

The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program is developed to enable students to achieve the following objectives:

· Broad-based knowledge of the aerospace age

· An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for national security

· Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a democratic society

· Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute toward national security

· Habits of orderliness and precision

· A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and leadership

· Knowledge of fundamental aerospace doctrine

· A knowledge of and an appreciation for the traditions of the U. S. Air Force

· An interest in a career in the military

AFJROTC courses are open to all male and female students who are:

· Citizens of the United States

· Completed eighth grade

· Physically fit

· Of good moral character

Courses include classroom academics, leadership, discipline, citizenship, management and drill. Cadets in AFJROTC incur no military commitment. Cadet uniforms, insignia and awards are provided at no cost to the student. However, a uniform cleaning charge of $15.00 per cadet is levied to ensure each uniform is ready for issue the following year. In addition, a special JROTC activities fund fee of $5.00 per cadet is assessed annually.

Visits to military installations are planned for the cadets each year. One visit may include a flight on a military aircraft. Other features of the program include the annual military dining-in/out, the mid-year awards night and end-of-year honors/awards nights. At the awards nights, medals, ribbons, trophies, plaques and other awards are presented for accomplishments of the cadets during the year. Students and parents should understand that some after school activities such as awards ceremonies require mandatory attendance.

The opportunity to win a varsity letter as a member of the Drill Team/Color Guard is available. Members completing the AFJROTC program may become eligible for one of the scholarships or military academies. Upon graduation, cadets may also be considered for advanced rank and benefits if enlisting in the U.S. armed services.

Grading Criterion AFJROTC

Aerospace Science III

Academics 60% Leadership 40%

Participation 20% Leadership-Participation 10%

Presentations 10% Leadership-Test 5%

Reports 10% Drill & Ceremonies - Insp. 25%

Journals 10%

Physical Fitness 5 %

Tests 5%

Aerospace Science I & II

Academics 60% Leadership 40%

Participation 25% Leadership-Participation 10%

Physical Fitness 10% Leadership-Test 5%

Journals 20% Drill & Ceremonies-Insp 25%

Tests 5%

Organization of NC-802

Table of Elements

Element Rank of Commander # Of Cadets

Element Not exceeding C/SSgt 3-10

Flight C/2LT-C/Capt 16-30

Squadron C/Major-C/Lt Col 32-99

Group C/Lt Col - C/Col 100-250

Chain of Command

In any military unit, it is necessary to distribute responsibility among a number of members to ensure that all of the goals are accomplished. In our unit, as in any other, we have a chain of command. It has been carefully designed to see that the unit's mission is accomplished and the cadets are taken care of.

Shortly after the year begins your flight commander will select a flight sergeant, and several element leaders from your flight. In the future, your flight commander will train and select a flight guide. (All of the people in your ROTC class are in your flight.)

Your element leader is responsible for your actions in the class. He / She may seem a little hard on you at times, but his/her job is to control the element. If you have a problem in your flight, such as needing a book, etc., ask him/her to help you. That is another responsibility of making sure that his/her people are well taken care of.

Your flight sergeant is second in command of your flight. He/she has the authority to tell you to sit down, stop talking, etc., because that person assists the commander with enforcing discipline in the flight.

The flight guide's job is to regulate the speed and direction of the flight in marching when the flight is drilling and to take over in the flight sergeant's absence.

Your flight commander will probably be one of your best friends throughout the school year. He/she has been selected because he/she possesses superior leadership ability and because he/she is capable of teaching you to be a self-confident, well-disciplined cadet. If you have a problem, your element leader has tried to handle, then your flight sergeant followed by your flight commander are the next steps to take. He/she may raise his/her voice from time to time, but they do this only because they want the best for you.

Remember, as long as you do what you are told, when you are told, and follow the chain of command you will succeed in AFJROTC.

Conduct and Deportment of Cadets

General

Note: When a subject heading is underlined it applies only when the cadet is in uniform.

1. Expectation: You represent a select group looked upon as the best of America's youth. This means that you should always conduct yourself in a manner that is favorable to your school, NC-802 and the United States AFJROTC.

2. Addressing Other Cadets: A cadet officer is addressed by cadets of lower rank by his/her rank followed by his/her last name. (Example: Captain Smith) OR, a cadet officer may be addressed as "Sir" or "Ma'am". NEVER address a cadet officer in uniform by his/her first name unless he/she asks you to. Other cadets are addressed as Cadet (last name).

3. Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired Military Personnel: Military personnel are addressed by the rank, followed by their last name, followed by "Sir" or "Ma'am".

4. Saluting: A salute is nothing more than a greeting. You are required to salute all cadet officers and SASI/ASI. You are not required to salute cadets in the NCO ranks (Staff Sergeant - Chief Master Sergeant). These cadets exchange a verbal greeting only. All officers must render a salute to officers of a higher rank. Remember you only salute outside the building in uncovered areas.

5. Walking With Cadets and Military Personnel of a Higher Rank: When walking with a person of higher rank, always walk on his/her left and in step with him/her. When passing a person of higher rank, pass on his/her left if possible. When passing through a doorway, the person of lower rank holds the door and allows the person of higher rank to proceed through the doorway first. When boarding and leaving a vehicle, the person of lower rank gets in first and gets out last.

6. Treatment of Cadets of a Lower Rank: NEVER, at any time will hazing be tolerated in the corps of cadets. Any hazing is to be reported to the flight commander of the cadet who was harassed and taken straight up the chain of command.

7. Public Ridicule: No cadet is to be embarrassed or degraded in any manner. This includes public reprimands, public punishment, joking about difference in rank, etc.

8. Calling Cadets in room to Attention: When the United States flag, SASI, ASI, Principal, distinguished visitor, Group Commander, Vice Commander, cadet officers in uniform or military officer enters the room, the flight is called to attention. The occupants of the room remain at attention until the person entering says, "At ease", "As you were", “Carry On”, etc.

9. Classrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, etc. will not be called to attention when there is a large mixture of cadets and non-cadets in the room. (More than one-half non-cadet is usually a good rule of thumb).

10. Courtesies Rendered To Non-Cadets: Faculty members and adults are addressed as "Mr."/"Ms." (last name) unless they ask or permit you to address them in other forms. In conversation, unless otherwise directed, they are answered "Yes sir/ma'am" AND NOT "yeah", "nope", etc. These procedures will not be used when they will disrupt a working family relationship.

11. Public Display of Affection: No public display of affection will be tolerated.

12. Quibbling: When an officer gives an order, it can be considered to be an order from the Commander. This means that orders should be followed. You have the right to disagree and present your ideas if time permits, but the officer has the final word. If you feel that an officer is treating you unfairly, see your flight commander, then see your squadron commander, and, if necessary, your group commander. Any problem can be worked out if it is done in an orderly fashion.

13. Reasons For Strictness: If a military unit is to function in a smooth manner, then there must be procedures for everyone to follow. There must be discipline to carry out a unit's everyday functions.

14. Faculty member expectations: At Laney, Faculty members, look upon AFJROTC as a group of students that sit on a higher level than other students. They expect us to be clean-cut, role model American citizens. We must live not only to meet, but also exceed these expectations.

15. Leadership: You are a leader in training, the future of the United States. You must be willing to live with the discipline and be ready to accept responsibility. Even if you do not pursue a military career, you will learn the discipline that you need to be above and beyond your peers who have never had any military training.

16. Remember: As long as you are with us, a part of America's future is in your hands.

17. Actions: Keep in mind that wherever you go, there is probably someone there who knows you are a part of the NC-802. Therefore, you must be careful that you represent the unit in a way that can make us all proud. You don't have to be a "jarhead", and give up your complete outside life; we only ask that you act in a way that shows our elite status.

Board of Inquiry

The Board of Inquiry (BOI) is our way of determining who is at fault in major questionable offenses. We also convene boards to reward cadets who go above and beyond the call of duty. This board is made up of the Group Commander, Vice Commander, Squadron Commander(s), Flight commander(s), and Flight Sergeant(s) of the cadet(s) involved. One other staff member is selected at random if the number of flight commanders generates an even number of board members. The board listens to both sides of the incident, decides who is at fault, and makes recommendations of courses of action to be taken by the SASI and ASI.

Any cadet officer, any faculty member, or any staff member may request a BOI. The request must be made in writing to the group commander. If the request is from a cadet, then it must be in the form of a military letter.

If you are ever ordered to appear before a BOI, then comply with the orders fully. You are advised to prepare a briefing on the incident and why it took place.

You will be permitted to have a number of witnesses present at the board.

The BOI will listen to you and the opposing side of the story. It will deliberate while you are out of the room and then vote on the decision of whom is at fault and what punishment it will recommend.

In the event that a board is convened for the purpose of rewarding cadets, the procedure will, of course, be different.

A BOI is only to be convened in the most extreme cases that cannot be handled without using the BOI system.

WRITE-UPS

All write-ups are formal letters written by Flight Commanders, other cadets, and even non-cadets. These letters can be good or bad. They can commend you on a job well done or explain a wrongful situation. All write-ups go to the SASI for review and then to the Officer-In-Charge (OIC), Administration who puts them in the individual's promotion file.

If a cadet other than the Flight Commander of the cadet(s) involved prepares a write-up, then the write-up should be addressed to the Flight Commander of the cadet(s) involved.

All write-ups should include a description of the incident, where and when it took place, the name(s) of the cadet(s) involved, and the signatures of two people, preferably cadets, who witnessed the incident, if possible.

In lieu of a formal write-up, cadets may use the AETC IMT 341, Excellence/Discrepancy Report to record specific deviations from the normal expectations.

EXCELLENCE/DISCREPANCY REPORT				Excellence Discrepancy
LAST NAME - FIRST NAME - MIDDLE INITIAL					GRADE
ORGANIZATION			CLASS/FLIGHT (If Applicable)
EXCELLENCE/EXHIBITED DISCREPANCY (Be Specific)

TIME	DATE	PLACE
PRINTED NAME OF REPORTING INDIVIDUAL		SIGNATURE OF REPORTING INDIVIDUAL
AETC IMT 341, 19930701, V2.1 PREVIOUS EDITIONS MAY BE USED.

Promotions

Promotions are probably one of the highlights of the year for all cadets. In order to be promoted, you simply must do a good job. Our promotion system is outlined here.

General:

Promotions will be based on the whole person concept. Using the information contained in the promotion folders, which will include performance, wear of the uniform, write-ups, grades, school activities, and recommendations from flight commanders. At no time will a cadet who is failing AFJROTC or has been suspended prior to the promotion board be promoted. A cadet may achieve a permanent promotion only once each semester. A cadet may achieve a temporary promotion once each semester. The Cadet Group Commander in coordination with the SASI and ASI will fill staff positions.

Promotion Boards:

Permanent promotion boards will consist of six enlisted cadets including the Senior Enlisted Advisor. The Vice Commander will also serve on the permanent promotion board. The ASI will advise the permanent promotion board. A cadet may achieve one permanent promotion each semester.

Temporary/Staff promotion boards will consist of six cadet officers including the Group Commander. The SASI will advise the Temporary/Staff promotion board. A cadet will not be considered for a Temporary promotion if he/she is not selected for permanent promotion. A cadet may achieve temporary promotion in rank once each semester.

Cadets are considered for promotion two times throughout the school year. The first will be during the first semester after the midterm examinations; the second will be during the second semester after the midterm examinations.

Below the Zone Promotion

Below the zone (BTZ) promotions are promotions in which a cadet is promoted ahead of his/her peers. Usually these promotions are identified before the end of each semester of the school year. Reasons for a cadet being selected for BTZ promotion may include: performing in an outstanding manner or going above and beyond the call of duty. A Below the Zone promotion is an indication that a cadet is doing his/her best; so, always strive to do your best!

Promotion

A cadet who successfully completes the academic course during a semester will receive a permanent promotion if not already promoted below-the-zone.

Possible Permanent Promotion Grades

1^st Semester Cadet Airman c/Amn

2^nd Semester Cadet Airman First Class c/A1C

3^rd Semester Cadet Senior Airman c/SrA

4^th Semester Cadet Staff Sergeant c/SSgt

5^th Semester Cadet Technical Sergeant c/TSgt

6^th Semester Cadet Master Sergeant c/MSgt

7^th Semester Cadet Senior Master Sergeant c/SMSgt

8^th Semester Cadet Chief Master Sergeant c/CMSgt

Suspension

If a cadet is suspended from school for an excess of three days, he/she will automatically revert to the following permanent grades.

Class Rank Abbreviation

1^st Year Cadet c/Airman Basic c/AB

2^nd Year Cadet c/Airman c/Amn

3^rd Year Cadet c/Airman 1^st Class c/A1C

4^th Year Cadet c/Senior Airman c/SrA

Demotions

Demotion Boards are handled in the same manner as promotion boards. These boards will consist of all Flight Commanders, Squadron Commanders, the Group Commander and Group Vice Commander, who will consider all factors including the cadet's promotion file. The board will then decide if the misconduct of the cadet(s) involved will result in a demotion. Any cadet may be reduced to a rank deemed appropriate by the board, SASI, ASI, and misconduct committed.

The Core Values of the Air Force

NC-802

This section covers some sound advice that will help you in getting more out of JROTC and more out of life. It is hoped that you will pay close attention to the ideals outlined here. They are not strictly enforced regulations, but some of them are the keys to a successful life. Core values are the foundation upon which a truly quality society is built.

Integrity First

It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. It is the "moral compass" -- the inner voice; the voice of self-control; the basis for the trust imperative in today's world.

Integrity is the ability to hold together and properly regulate all of the

elements of a personality. A person of integrity, for example, is capable of acting on conviction. A person of integrity can control impulses and appetites.

But, Integrity has several other moral traits indispensable to service to the unit.

Courage. A person of integrity possesses moral courage and does what is right even if the personal cost is high.

Honesty. Honesty is the hallmark of the professional cadet because in the unit, our word must be our bond. We don't pencil-whip reports, we don't cover up violations. The bottom line is we don't lie, cheat, or steal and we can't justify any deviation.

Responsibility. No person of integrity is irresponsible; a person of true integrity acknowledges his or her duties and acts accordingly.

Accountability. No person of integrity tries to shift the blame to others or take credit for the work of others; "the buck stops here" says it best.

Justice. A person of integrity practices justice. Those who do similar things must get similar rewards or similar punishment.

Openness. Professionals of integrity encourage free flow of information within the organization. They seek feedback from all directions to ensure they are fulfilling key responsibilities, and they are never afraid to allow anyone at any time to examine how they do business.

Self-respect. To have integrity also is to respect oneself as a professional and a human being. A person of integrity does not behave in ways that would bring discredit upon him/her self or the organization to which he belongs.

Humility. A person of integrity grasps and is sobered by the awesome task of defending the Constitution of the United States.

Honor. Honor is the highest form of self-respect. The Honor code for NC-802 is: “A cadet will not lie, cheat or steal nor tolerate anyone who does.” You should learn to trust the people in your unit, and the only way to be able to trust people is to be trustworthy yourself. Be certain that all you do are things that you can be proud of. The great reward of an honorable person is that they respect themselves. If you want respect, then you must respect yourself.

Loyalty. Loyalty is the quality of sincere confidence in and support for the purposes, methods, and capabilities in superiors and subordinates. This does not mean that you cannot disagree with a superior. You have the right to express your opinion, but your superior has the final word. However, it is not loyal to publicly criticize a superior, peer, or subordinate. It only takes a small amount of common sense to realize that a group could fall apart because only a few minor incidents of this. Your fellow cadets deserve your loyalty.

Discipline. Discipline is the "cement" that bonds any military force together. Without discipline, what is AFJROTC? AFJROTC is a mob without discipline. The heart of discipline is obedience of orders to the letter and doing so in spirit. (Do not obey orders because you are afraid of being punished; obey because you want to help AFJROTC become a better organization than what it already is). No discipline. . . No AFJROTC. No AFJROTC. . . (Eventually) No Air Force. . . No Air Force. . .No nation. No nation. . . No freedom. Think about it.

Service Before Self

Service before self tells us that professional duties take precedence over personal desires. At the very least it includes the following behaviors:

Rules Following. To serve is to do one's duty, and our duties are most commonly expressed through rules. While it may be the case that professionals are expected to exercise judgment in the performance of their duties, good professionals understand that rules have a reason for being, and the default position must be to follow those rules unless there is a clear, operational reason for refusing to do so.

Respect for others. Service before self tells us also that a good leader places the troops ahead of his/her personal comfort. We must always act in the certain knowledge that all persons possess a fundamental worth as human beings.

Discipline and self-control. Professionals cannot indulge themselves in self-pity, discouragement, anger, frustration, or defeatism. They have a fundamental moral obligation to the persons they lead to strike a tone of confidence and forward-looking optimism. More specifically, they are expected to exercise control in the following areas:

· Anger: Professionals are expected to refrain from displays of anger that would bring discredit upon themselves and/or NC-802.

· Tobacco, Alcohol, and Narcotics: We realize that we cannot successfully keep you from using these substances. We realize that if you want to put things into your body we cannot stop you. However, the consumption of tobacco, alcohol or narcotics cast doubt on an individual's fitness, and when such persons are found to be drunk and disorderly, all doubts are removed. However, we encourage you not to use these things and to get help in stopping if you are. You will be much happier without them and your life will be more worthwhile.

· Religious toleration: Professionals must remember that religious choice is a matter of individual conscience. One must not take it upon his/her self to change or coercively influence the religious views of others.

Faith in the system: To lose faith in the system is to adopt the view that you know better than those above you in the chain of command what should or should not be done. In other words, to lose faith in the system is to place self before service. Leaders can be very influential in this regard; if a leader resists the temptation to doubt "the system", then subordinates may follow suit.

Excellence in all we do!

Excellence in all we do directs us to develop a sustained passion for continuous improvement and innovation that will propel NC-802 into a long-term, upward spiral of accomplishments and performance.

True quality is embodied in the actions of Air Force people who take decisive steps to improve processes and products; who capitalize on quality as a leverage tool to enhance products, achieve savings, and improve customer service; and who exemplify our core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

General Fogelman

Product/service excellence. We must focus on providing services and generating products that fully meet the requirements of the New Hanover County School system.

Personal excellence. Professional cadets must seek out and complete their high school education, stay physically fit and in good mental shape. They must demonstrate personal excellence while doing homework to the best of their ability and responding to questions in class with a knowledgeable reply.

Community excellence. Community excellence is achieved when the members of an organization can work together to successfully reach a common goal in an atmosphere free of fear that preserves individual self-worth. Providing support for the Adopt-A-Highway program, Christmas Angels, Britt Haven or Hermitage House and Salvation Army Woodlot projects show true community excellence.

Resources excellence. Excellence in all we do also demands that we aggressively implement policies to ensure the best possible cradle-to-grave management of resources.

Operations excellence. There are two kinds of operations excellence- internal and external.

· Internal - This form of excellence pertains to the way we do business within NC-802. It involves respect on the unit level and a total commitment to maximizing the Cadet Corps excellence.

· External - This form of excellence pertains to the way in which we treat the world around us as we conduct our operations. We must be sensitive to the rules governing environmental pollution and we must be sure to coordinate with others to complete our assigned tasks.

Rules

New Hanover County Schools Rules

Network and Internet Access

The NHCS wide area network (WAN) connects thousands of users to electronic information, communication tools, and the World Wide Web. This WAN utilizes a complex association of both hardware and software throughout the NHCS district. The integrity and stability of this network and the services it provides rely on the proper conduct of its users and strict adherence to acceptable use guidelines established in this policy.

Technology plays a vital role in assuring equitable access to a variety of resources. The NHCS system provides access to network resources to help conduct the instructional, administrative, and operational business of the school district.

A part of network resources is the Internet. As a learning resource, the Internet is similar to books, magazines, audio recordings, videos, CD-ROM’s, laser discs, and other information media that can be used to meet educational needs. Students and educators can also use the Internet to participate in distance learning activities, ask questions and consult with experts, and communicate with other students, educators and individuals.

The Internet also provides access to material that is of no educational value. However, the value of the information found and interaction available outweighs the possibility of locating inappropriate material.

Internet access is coordinated through a complex association of government agencies, as well as regional and state networks. The smooth operation of the network relies upon the proper conduct of all users who adhere to strict guidelines. The guidelines, which call for efficient, ethical and legal utilization of the network resources, are provided here so that users are aware of the responsibilities they are about to assume. In addition, guidelines from other service providers must also be followed. Violations of any of these provisions may result in access being suspended and/or future access being denied.

Electronic mail (e-mail) is provided to conduct the business of school district. Occasional and reasonable personal use is permitted, providing that this does not interfere with the performance of an individual’s job assignment or the performance of the electronic mail system.

NHCS utilizes the following security services as required by state and/or federal agencies: identification, authentication, authoring and access control, accountability, administration, and auditing.

Acceptable Use Policy

1. Acceptable Use – The goal of providing network/Internet access for students and staff is to support education and research consistent with the educational objectives of the NHCS system. Transmission of any material in violation of any federal or state regulations is prohibited. This includes but is not limited to copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or material in violation of NHC School Board policies.

2. Privileges – The use of the network/Internet is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in suspension of that privilege. School staff or system administrators may deny access at any time that is deemed necessary. Serious and/or repetitive infractions will be reported to school and district administrators and handled according to school and district student discipline policy (Policy 8410).

3. Network Etiquette – While each user has the right to free speech, all are expected to abide by the NHC School Board Acceptable Code of Conduct (Policy 8410). The following are specifically not permitted:

a. Accessing, producing, posting, sending, or displaying material that is offensive in nature. This includes obscene, discriminating, profane, lewd, vulgar, rude, inflammatory, threatening, disrespectful, or sexually suggestive language or images, including images of exposed private body parts.

b. Harassing, insulting, or attacking others.

c. Knowingly or carelessly performing an act that will interfere with the normal operation of computers, terminals, peripherals, or networks, including vandalism and the creation, upgrading, or disseminating of computer viruses.

d. Violating copyright laws. All communications and information accessible via the network are private property unless otherwise stated.

e. Using another’s id or password.

f. Illegally using, destroying, or manipulating data in folders or work files.

g. Intentionally wasting limited resources. This includes distributing mass e-mail messages, participating in chain letters, creating and participating in unauthorized newsgroups, sending large graphic files unrelated to school district operation, and storing files on file servers without proper authorization.

h. Employing the network for commercial purposes.

i. Using the system for political lobbying.

j. Revealing or disseminating personal or family identification information (i.e., name, address, or phone number).

k. Arranging or agreeing to meet with someone you have met on-line.

l. Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the NHCS network.

m. Engaging in any illegal activities or accessing material advocating illegal acts or violence. This includes pornography and hate literature.

n. Posting information that could be disruptive, cause damage, or endanger students or staff.

o. Posting false or defamatory information about a person or organization.

p. Downloading files without prior approval from supervising staff.

q. Accessing chat rooms unless assigned by a teacher/administrator for a valid educational purpose.

4. Security – Security on a computer system is critical, especially when the system involves many users. Proper procedures for logging on and off the network must be followed. If a security problem is identified, the user must notify a system administrator or staff member; the problem may not be demonstrated to other users. Unauthorized use of accounts is strictly prohibited. Attempts to log on to the network, as a computer system administrator will result in immediate cancellation of user privileges. Users who have a history of problems with other computer systems or who have been identified as a security risk for any other reason will be denied access to the network. Unauthorized access, including hacking, is prohibited.

5. Internet Safety – NHCS utilizes a technology protection measure that monitors and filters Internet access. The filtering service utilizes a customizable database that denies access to sites that are identified as obscene, pornographic, or harmful to minors.
Students will not be allowed access to e-mail, chat rooms, and other forms of electronic communication except as related to special projects and only under direct supervision by authorized personnel. Activities must be related to the educational program and determined not to be harmful to minors.

6. Warranty - The NHCS System makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. The NHCS System will not be responsible for any damage suffered. These include, but are not limited to, loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, miss-deliveries, service interruptions, or personal errors or omissions. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the user’s risk. The NHCS System specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through Internet access.

7. Sanctions - Violations of any of the above provisions may result in access being suspended and/or future access being denied. Disciplinary action related to inappropriate use of electronic resources will be determined in accordance with existing board policies as stated in the NHCS Policy Manual. When deemed necessary, the infractions may be referred to law enforcement agencies for appropriate legal action.

Rules governing student conduct

E. A. Laney High School (LHS)

All rules governing student misconduct shall apply to any incident that is:

1. On school grounds during, before and after regular school hours.

2. On school grounds at any other time when the school is being used for a function or by any school group.

3. Off school grounds at a school activity, function or event.

4. During the transporting of students to include the period of time at the bus stop before boarding the bus, on the bus; and getting off the bus; or in the proximity of the bus stop when under the supervision of the bus driver.

5. Off school grounds but which may affect the school climate or have a direct and immediate effect on the general welfare of the school.

School/educational property means any public school building, bus, public school campus, grounds, recreational area, or athletic field, in the charge of the principal.

Bus Rules

1. The bus driver may assign seats.

2. Be courteous.

3. No profanity.

4. Do not eat or drink on the bus; keep the bus clean.

5. Violence is prohibited.

6. Remain seated.

7. No smoking.

8. Keep your hands and head inside the bus.

9. Do not destroy property.

10. For your own safety, do not distract the driver through misbehavior.

11. Misbehavior on the Bus - Penalty at discretion of principal depending on circumstances may include removal from the bus by a formal hearing. Serious misbehavior on the bus may also be cause for punishment up to and including suspension or expulsion from school.

Rules for Driving and Parking

1. The parking fee is $20.00 per year and is valid for one school year only.

2. Hang the parking permit from the inside rear view mirror.

3. Student parking is allowed in spaces that are marked only in white. Spaces marked with yellow lines are for staff only. The stadium lot and the main lot spaces are reserved for seniors and staff only. Juniors may park in the back lot (the lot next to College Road). Handicapped spaces are reserved for vehicles with handicapped designation only.

4. Students are not allowed in the parking lot during the school day without written permission. Failure to follow this rule may result in loss of driving privileges.

5. The speed limit is 15 miles per hour on campus.

6. Careless or reckless driving on campus will result in loss of driving privileges and legal action. All North Carolina State laws apply for driving on campus.

7. If you drive to school, you are expected to be in flex and/or first period on time. Failure to report to flex and/or first period, or continuous tardiness will result in loss of driving privileges.

8. Seniors, juniors, and early release students have priority. Others will be issued a permit if space is available.

9. If you drive onto the campus, you are at school. You must check out to leave. Students leaving without permission will lose their parking permit. This includes lunch.

10. Students may not drive on any part of the bus parking lot or behind the school.

11. E. A. Laney High School accepts no liability for losses or damages to vehicles or contents while on the school campus.

12. Cars may be towed under the following circumstances:

a. An unregistered vehicle parks on campus.

b. A junior parks in the senior parking lot.

c. A student parks in the faculty parking lot.

d. A permit issued for one student that is used by another student.

e. A car parks straddling two or more parking spaces.

f. Parking on campus after the permit has been revoked or during time it is revoked.

Student Dress Code

The New Hanover County Board of Education has established the following guidelines for student dress.

a. The shoulder width of shirts or blouses must completely cover undergarments. No spaghetti strap tops, tube tops, or tank tops are allowed.

b. Net shirts, bare midriffs, or other revealing attire are not acceptable.

c. Short dresses, short skirts, or short shorts will not be allowed.

d. Pants or shorts must be worn at the waistline. No underwear shall be revealed.

e. Headgear, hats, or sunglasses are not to be worn in the building except for medical and/or safety reasons.

f. No clothing, jewelry or buttons with letters, initials, symbols, or wording that is obscene, offensive, inflammatory, or detrimental to the instructional process are allowed.

g. No gang-related clothing, accessories, or symbols as identified by local law enforcement agencies will be allowed.

h. All students, grades 9 –12, will be required to display identification cards with their picture and their name while on the school grounds.

i. When, in the judgment of the principal, a student’s appearance violates the intent of this policy, the student will be required to make necessary modifications. Continued violations of the dress code policy will result in an out-of-school suspension.

Student Responsibilities

1. To be responsible for his/her own behavior – you choose how you react to different events.

2. To understand inappropriate/disruptive classroom behavior interferes with the teaching and learning of others.

3. To respect the feeling and rights of others.

4. To refrain from the use of physical force or the threat of physical force.

5. To attend school and class everyday and be on time prepared to work.

6. To do what the teacher or adult in the building reasonably requests of you.

7. To be aware of and follow all school and county rules and procedures.

Violation of School Rules

1. Continuous major classroom disruptions

2. Major class disruptions that negatively affect the learning of the rest of the class

3. Profanity

4. Leaving class without permission

5. Verbal abuse of peer

6. Disrespectful behavior – by word or action

7. Verbal abuse of staff (3 – 10 day suspension)

8. Failure to serve a teacher’s after school detention

9. Violation of the NHCS dress code – inappropriate dress

10. Refusal to give up property when asked to

11. Staff members may ask for the following items: dark glasses, hat, head wrap, or any other head covering worn inside the building.

12. The following items are not to be on campus and may be asked for: electronic equipment (pagers, cell phones, tape players, CD players, walkie-talkies, radios – these items will not be given back to the students, a parent may pick the item up in the dean’s office from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.); laser lights (this item will not be returned; a 2^nd offense will be a 10 day suspension and possible long term suspension); and playing cards, dice, matches, lighters, tobacco products.

13. Insubordination – refusing to do as staff reasonably requests. Examples – A teacher asks you to move to a different desk and you refuse. A teacher sends you to the dean’s office and you fail to go.

14. Smoking on campus (1 – 5 day suspension)

15. Running from an administrator or teacher (3 – 10 day suspension)

16. Trespassing on another school’s campus (5 – 10 day suspension)

17. Leaving campus without permission (1 – 5 day suspension)

18. Creating a major disruption on campus (3 – 10 day suspension)

19. Stealing (charged and 5 – 10 day suspension)

20. Vandalism, defacing or destroying school property (charged and 1 – 10 day suspension)

21. Assaulting another student (charged and 3 – 10 day suspension)

22. Fighting (charged and 10 day suspension)

Except where noted, suspension will generally follow this pattern:

1^st suspension – 1 day;

2^nd suspension – 3 days;

3^rd suspension – 5 days;

4^th suspension – 7 days

5^th suspension – 10 days

4 or more suspensions earned during the school year may result in a request for long-term suspension (for the remainder of the school year) as a persistent offender

Unacceptable Behavior

The following behaviors are examples of unacceptable student conduct.

1. Usage and/or possession of narcotics, alcoholic beverages, stimulant drugs, and related paraphernalia, or any violation of the NC Toxic Vapors Act.

2. Possession of weapons or other dangerous instruments/ substances.

3. Assault or verbal abuse of school personnel or any other adult.

4. Extortion / intimidation.

5. Conviction of a felony.

6. Theft/damage/destruction of school property.

7. Disruption of the learning environment.

8. Violation of school rules.

9. Physical abuse of peers \ verbal abuse of peers.

10. Conviction of a misdemeanor.

11. Insubordination or disrespect of school personnel.

12. Trespassing.

13. Sexual harassment.

14. Use and/or possession of any tobacco product or paraphernalia.

15. Persistent violation of rules to cause to be identified as a Chronic offender.

Classroom Rules

Be Prepared

- Be on time for class; conduct rest room usage before class

- Sharpen pencil

- Take textbook, notebook/journal out of book bag

- Take homework out of book bag

- Do not bring gum, candy, food, drinks or tobacco into the classroom

- Do not bring radios, games or other electronic equipment into the classroom

- Wear uniform on prescribed day

- Check bulletin board for assignments and notices

Be Courteous

- Be an attentive listener

- Be considerate of others

- Address instructors by proper title, e.g. "Chief," “Sergeant” or "Colonel"

Be Responsible

- Follow directions the first time

- Remain seated in class

- Raise hand to be recognized before speaking

- Coordinate make-up work and tests with the instructor

- Turn in assignments on due date.

Be Respectful

- Stand silently at parade rest beside your desk at the beginning of class

- Sit up straight in your chair and keep your feet on the floor.

- Keep hands, feet and other objects to yourself

- Be somebody; allow others to be themselves

- Announcements; be quiet as announcements are being presented!

Consequences/Disciplinary actions

Disciplinary action for any form of unacceptable student behavior available to the principal or assistant principal and/or instructor may include, but is not limited to, the following:

· Referral to Dean

· Conference with teacher

· Behavior Essay

· Warning

· Student conferences

· Parental conferences

· Detention

· Parental attendance in the classroom

· Suspension

· Continued violations of the dress code policy may result in a 1 – 3 day suspension

· Failure to wear ID may result in a 1-day suspension

· ID violations – students are issued a plastic ID card and lanyard when they enroll at Laney.

· Replacement cards are $5.00 each, lanyards are $1.00

· Restitution

· School work service – Saturday School

· Alternative placement

· Outside counseling within the community

· Recommendation to the superintendent for expulsion or long-term suspension

· Possible removal from extra curricular activities that includes but are not limited to interscholastic sports, clubs, dances, field trips, etc.

· Student will be asked to modify or change shirt, dress, shorts, or skirt – may call home for appropriate clothing or remain in the dean’s office

· Headgear, hat, bandanna, sunglasses, jewelry, button inappropriately worn will be confiscated and turned over to the dean’s office

· Other measures consistent with sound educational practice

Long Term Suspension

The following violations will result in an automatic 10-day suspension and a recommendation for long-term suspension of up to 365 days.

1. Possession of certain weapons (gun, rifle, pistol, or other firearm of any kind, switch blade knife, or any dynamite cartridge, bomb, grenade, mine, or powerful explosive).

2. Assault on a teacher or other school staff member resulting in serious injury.

3. Assault on a teacher or other school staff member.

4. Assault and serious injury to another student.

5. Possession of weapons or other dangerous instruments or substances (not listed above) including:

a. Guns of all types - pellet, BB, stun, air rifle, or look alike such as water guns

b. Knives of all types and sizes

c. Artificial knuckles or other objects that could be used in this manner

d. Blackjack, clubs, nun chucks, throwing stars, throwing darts, sling shot, bow and arrows, mace, pepper spray, poisons, chemicals, or substances capable of causing bodily harm

e. Explosives, other than those listed above

6. Possession of a laser light – 2^nd offense

7. The knowing use, possession, transmission, or being under the influence, of any controlled substance. This includes fake substances or facsimiles.

8. Arson of school property.

9. Sexual assault, sexual offenses, indecent exposure, or sexual misconduct.

10. Serious disruption of the school environment, including the use of, or encouragement of others to use violence, force, noise, coercion, threat, intimidation, fear, passive resistance or any other conduct to cause or attempt to cause substantial and material disruption or obstruction of any lawful right, mission, process or function of any school, school bus, school personnel, or student.

11. Threatening school personnel or any other adult, including directing toward any school personnel language which threatens force or violence or which is abusive, profane, or insulting, or any sign, gesture, or act which constitutes a threat of force or violence or which is abusive or insulting.

Uniforms and Insignia

Wear Of The Uniform

a. Basic Concept

The Air Force Junior ROTC cadet uniform is with certain exceptions the same as worn by active duty personnel. This uniform is the distinctive dress of a proud and honorable profession. Each cadet must consistently be aware of his/her responsibility for maintaining his/her uniform in good order and wearing it correctly. Except as authorized in this regulation, Air Force Junior ROTC cadets will wear the standard service uniform prescribed in AFI 36-2903 as supplemented by AETC.

b. Standards of Personal Appearance:

Each member of the Air Force Junior ROTC must maintain high standards of dress and personal appearance. It is imperative that all members present a well-groomed appearance to their fellow citizens. Further, the need for personal cleanliness, safety, and proper wear of the uniform on the part of all members requires that certain minimum standards be established. Uniforms must be kept clean, neat, correct in design and specification, and in good condition. Uniforms will be kept buttoned, including pockets, and shoes will be shined and in good repair. Badges, insignia, belt buckles, and other metallic devices must be maintained in proper luster and condition.

c. Air Force JROTC Cadets Will Comply With the Following Standards:

1. General: Unless specified herein, the fitting standards, wearing instruction, and personal grooming standards are prescribed in AFI 36-2903 as supplemented by AETC

a. Uniform: Articles such as wallets, pencils, pens, fobs, handkerchiefs, combs, and sunglasses cases will not be worn or carried exposed on the uniform. The wearing of wristwatches, identification bracelets, and no more than three rings is permitted.

b. Sunglasses: Conservative sunglasses may be worn, but not in military formations.

c. Jewelry: No earrings are allowed. Members are prohibited from attaching, affixing or displaying objects, articles, jewelry or ornamentation to or through the ear, nose, tongue or any exposed body part (includes visible through the uniform). Do not add piercing during AFJROTC semester. A maximum of three rings at any time with no more than two on one hand.

d. Tattoos/Brands. Tattoos/Brands anywhere on the body that are obscene, advocate sexual, racial, ethnic or religious discrimination are prohibited in and out of uniform.

2. Male:

a. Sideburns: If an individual chooses to wear sideburns, they will be neatly trimmed in the same manner as his hair. Sideburns will not extend beyond the bottom of the ear opening and will end with a clean-shaven, horizontal line.

b. Shaving: Mustaches are permitted, but the rest of the face will be closely shaven. Mustaches will be neatly trimmed, must not extend downward below the lip line of the upper lip and may not extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth.

c. Semi-Formal Uniform: The SASI may authorize wear of the blue uniform with white shirt and black bow tie on appropriate occasions.

3. Female:

a. Cosmetics: Cosmetics will be conservative and in good taste.

b. Hose: Commercial, sheer, nylon in neutral or brown shades that compliments the uniform may be worn. Do not wear patterned hose!

Miscellaneous:

a. Removal of Coats

The SASI may authorize cadets to remove their uniform coats in school classrooms. He will establish his policy as to where and when this may be done.

b. Distinctive Gear

Color Guards and Drill Teams may wear additional uniform items, insignia, and devices.

c. Attendance Ribbon

Cadets may earn the Attendance Ribbon by attending class every day of the semester.

d. Wear of Cords with Aiguillettes

Cadets who have earned more than one set of cords with aiguillettes may wear only one set at a time. The order of precedence at E. A. Laney High School is:

1. Drill Team White Cords with Aiguillettes

2. Kitty Hawk Air Society Blue and White Cords with Aiguillettes

3. First Year Drill Team Blue cords with Aiguillettes

Unauthorized Wear of the Uniform:

a. Air Force Junior ROTC cadets must be instructed concerning where and when to wear the uniform.

b. Cadets will obtain permission for wearing the uniform at times when they are not told to.

Battle Dress Uniforms (BDUs)

a. BDUs may only be worn by Drill Team Members.