Promotions and Awards Signs of Success LE 1

Promotions and Awards – Signs of Success LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5 pg 251 -256 Promotions and Awards – Signs of Success

This lesson introduces you to the MCJROTC program promotions and awards systems.

Lesson Objectives 1. Identify MCJROTC rank structure. 2. Describe MCJROTC promotion policies. 3. Identify MCJROTC Awards. 4. Describe MCJROTC award policies.

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5: LQ 1) How important is it to you to achieve success and advance in MCJROTC? Extremely - I am competitive and want to achieve great success in MCJROTC. B. Very - I would like to advance in MCJROTC, but just participating and learning is my main goal. C. Somewhat - Awards and advancement is not that important to me. A. Whiteboard

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5: LQ 2) Every MCJROTC unit is organized as either a _______ or a _______. unit / company B. battalion / unit C. system / team D. None of the above A. Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

Key Words § Promotion _____ - the act of furthering the growth or development of something § Ribbons _______ - awards provided to recognize superior performance by units or individual cadets

Key Word Question Slide Index Click any link below to go directly to polling that question. 1. The act of furthering the growth or development of something 2. Awards provided to recognize superior performance by units or individual cadets Click here to return to this index. Index

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5: KW 1) The act of furthering the growth or development of something Promotion B. Ribbons A. Index Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5: KW 2) Awards provided to recognize superior performance by units or individual cadets Promotion B. Ribbons A. Index Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

Opening Question List 2 -3 awards you have received. Why did you receive them? Note to Instructors: Click the Show/Hide Response Display Button

Introduction § The MCJROTC is a well-defined organizational structure that has systems to recognize and reward individuals and units for achievements. § These two systems are: ü Promotions ü Awards

Organizational Structure § Every MCJORTC unit is organized as either a company or a battalion. § Within that company or battalion, there are many jobs and positions that have specific descriptions and requirements.

Organizational Structure

Cadet Officer Rank Structure Insignia of Grade for Cadet Officers Cadet Second Class Cadet First Class Cadet Captain Cadet Major Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Cadet Colonel

Cadet Enlisted Rank Structure Cadet Private First Class Cadet Lance Corporal Cadet Sergeant Cadet Staff Sergeant Cadet Gunnery Sergeant Cadet First Sergeant Cadet Sergeant Major

Rank Structure § Rank is used within the MCJROTC to classify cadets. § Cadets are either classified as officers or enlisted, just like in the United States Marines. § The word cadet should precede the actual rank used. rank § Always address individuals by their ____ and grade never by their _____.

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5: LQ 3) What term does the MCJROTC program use to classify cadets? Grade B. Rank C. Letter combinations D. Number combinations A. Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 6: LQ 4) During his first year in MCJROTC a cadet told you that he was promoted to Lance Corporal by Staff Sergeant Thompson because of the skills and abilities he demonstrated. You have a hard time believing this because… promotions are not based on demonstrated skills and abilities. B. promotions are typically limited during the first and second year. C. promotions are determined by the Senior Marine Instructor (SMI), not other cadets. D. Both B and C are correct A. Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

Promotions § Cadets in the MCJROTC are promoted based on ability, skill, experience, and potential. § The Senior Marine Instructor will determine promotions and promotion policies. § Cadet promotions are normally limited during the first and second years. § Remember, it is up to you on how far you advance.

Awards publicly recognize meritorious service and outstanding achievements. § Ribbons are awards provided to recognize superior performance by units or individual cadets. § Rewards vary for academic achievement, extracurricular activities, an event requiring special effort, or an achievement that exceeds expectations. §

Ribbons § SMIs may desire to institute local personal awards. § Before a cadet may wear any local ribbon or device on the MCJROTC uniform, the Commanding General, MCCDC must approve and authorize the award. § Marksmanship badges are also awarded annually following qualification firing.

MCJROTC Ribbons

MCJROTC Ribbons

MCJROTC Ribbons

MCJROTC Ribbons

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 5: LQ 5) True or False: The Commanding General determines promotions and promotion policies. True B. False A. Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 6: LQ 6) You are introducing another MCJROTC cadet to a guest speaker in your class. Which of the following would be the most appropriate address to use? Dr. Huff, I would like to introduce you to _______. She will be handling the logistics for your presentation. " Staff Sergeant Williams B. Sergeant Williams C. E 6 Williams D. Cadet Staff Sergeant Williams A. Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

(LE 1 -C 5 S 1 T 6: LQ 7) Because of the discipline, motivation, and study skills you learned in MCJROTC you were able to achieve straight A's during the first semester of your junior year in high school. The SAI tells you that you are going to receive a ribbon for this achievement. Which ribbon are you most likely to receive? Civic Service Award B. NCO Leadership Award C. Superior Marksman Award D. Distinguished Scholastic Achievement Award A. Leader Team MVP Fastest Whiteboard

Closing Question List the 2 -3 awards you would like to work toward receiving. Why did you choose these awards? Note to Instructors: Click the Show/Hide Response Display Button

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