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CORE VALUES
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Introduction There are three core values that guide all that we do in the MCJROTC
program at Mexico Academy and Central School. These three core
values are honor, courage, and commitment.
Courage • Courage is the value that gives me the moral and mental strength to
do what is right, with confidence and resolution, even in the face of
temptation and adversity.
• The heart of our core values, courage is the mental, moral, and
physical strength to carry us through demanding challenges.
• It is the mastery of fear; to adhere to a higher standard of personal
conduct; to lead by example; and to make tough decisions under
stress and pressure.
• It is the inner strength that enables us to take that extra step.
Commitment • Commitment is the spirit of determination and dedication to
excellence that leads us to professionalism and superior
performance in all endeavors.
• It is our ability to join together as a team, to improve the quality of
what we do at school, to improve the quality of our lives at home
and to be better citizens within our community
• It leads to the highest order of discipline for our organization and is
prevalent in our interactions with each other. It is the ingredient
that protects our integrity, our pride, our concern for others, and
fosters an unrelenting determination to achieve excellence in every
endeavor.
• It is the value that establishes us as an example for others to
emulate.
• Commitment is the day-to-day duty of every cadet in the Marine
Corps JROTC program at Mexico Academy and Central High
School.
LEADERSHIP
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Objectives Primary: ACCOMPLISH THE MISSION (JOB).
Leadership • The 14 leadership traits are qualities of thought and actions which, if
Traits demonstrated in daily activities, will help leaders earn the respect,
confidence, and loyal cooperation of other cadets.
• It is extremely important that you understand the meaning of each
leadership trait, and how to develop it, so you know what personal
goals to set as you work to become a good follower and better leader.
1. Justice To be fair and impartial, in your actions, for the common good.
2. Judgment To apply intelligence, logic, reason, common sense, knowledge and
maturity to make sound decisions and choices.
3. Dependability To be reliable in all things.
4. Initiative To do things without having to be told to do them.
5. Decisiveness To make sound and timely decisions.
6. Tact To be considerate of others, and to think “win - win”
7. Integrity To be honest, to tell the truth, and to do the “right thing” even when no
one is watching or will ever know
8. Enthusiasm To show interest or display zeal.
9. Bearing To carry yourself with pride, dignity, and distinction.
10. Unselfishness To put the welfare of others first.
11. Courage To have the mental, moral and physical strength to do the right things,
even if they are unpopular.
12. Knowledge To know your job.
13. Loyalty To be committed to someone or something.
14. Endurance To continue to work even though you are mentally or physically tired.
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1. Know yourself and seek self- improvement
4. Be technically proficient.
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Uniform Wear • MCJROTC uniform wear is authorized by the SMI on designated
& Care days and usually for MCJROTC functions only.
• You are authorized to wear your uniform to and from school on the
designated uniform days (typically a Thursday or Friday, depending
on when you will have class that week).
• On designated uniform days, the uniform will be worn throughout the
school day from 7:40 AM until 2:15 PM.
• Cadet who are members of a team with a designated formal uniform
(i.e., sports team, cheerleader) may wear that designated uniform, in
lieu of the MCJROTC uniform, for the duration of the season only
(grooming standards will continue to apply).
• Upon the request of the cadet, only the SMI can give a cadet
permission to change out of the uniform, during the school day, due
to special circumstances (i.e., working with clay, welding, automotive
class, formal pictures) or if another dress code has been designated by
a responsible adult leader of an organization to which the cadet
belongs.
• Upon the request of the cadet, the SMI can give a cadet permission to
wear a uniform on special occasions (such as a wedding).
• Camouflage uniforms and cotton T-shirts will be washed in warm or
cold water only (NEVER in hot water , which will fade the colors).
• Khaki shirts, poly-wool green trousers, wool sweaters and dress coats
must be dry-cleaned. DO NOT WASH THESE ITEMS.
• Unserviceable uniforms can be exchanged for serviceable uniforms.
• Notify your platoon commander and request an appointment to
exchange the item after school (usually fifth period).
• Cadets are responsible for their uniforms.
• Replacement of lost, stolen or damaged uniforms is the financial
responsibility of the cadet. Keep your uniforms in a safe place.
• DO NOT LEAVE UNIFORMS IN LOCKERS, CARS,
CLASSROOMS
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When You Are In • You represent yourself, the Corps of Cadets, your school, the
Uniform community, and the US Marine Corps when you are in uniform.
• Your appearance must be impeccable, and your conduct will be
beyond reproach, in order to present a favorable image to the public.
While in uniform:
• Wear a complete uniform, with appropriate insignia / ribbons and
badges, appropriately buttoned up.
• Do not inappropriately mix uniform items.
• Civilian items will not be worn with uniforms unless authorized by
the Senior Marine Instructor due to extenuating circumstances.
• Do not display personal affection in public (“PDA”) (i.e., hold hands,
snuggle, walk with your arm around another, kiss, sit in another’s
lap, receive or give massages, etc.)
• Do not obviously chew gum.
• Do not smoke, dip, or chew tobacco.
• Do not walk or stand around with your hands in your pockets.
• Wear your cover outdoors at all times and remove it indoors.
• Salute all officers. Greet all cadets and treat everyone with respect.
• Do not use foul language, tease others, or wrestle/play in uniform
GROOMING STANDARDS IN UNIFORM
Male cadet • Trimmed on the sides and back so that the hair is evenly graduated
haircut from zero at the hairline to no longer than 1/2 inch on the sides.
standard • The hair should be tapered, not blocked, on the back of the neck.
s: • Sideburns will not go below the top of the ear opening (place your
index finger in your ear, your sideburns cannot go below the top of
your finger). Another quick reference point is to trim the sideburns
even with the corner of the eyes.
• The hair on the top of the head will not exceed 3 inches.
• It will be washed and neatly combed.
• Hair may be evenly dyed (no streaks or highlights), but will be a
natural color which matches your skin tone (the SMI will be the final
judge of what is or is not a "natural color" and matching to skin
tone).
• Eccentric or faddish hairstyles will not be allowed (the SMI will be
the final judge of what is or is not acceptable).
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Women cadet • Women cadets will wear their hair in such a manner so that it does
grooming not fall below the bottom edge of the shirt collar.
standards: • The manner in which the hair is worn must not interfere with the
appropriate wearing of the cover.
• Hairpins, barrettes, rubber bands, etc. used to control or style the hair
will be hidden from view.
• Except for black or dark blue "scrunchies", no other items are
allowed to be visible in the hair.
• Hair may be dyed, but will be a natural color which matches your
skin tone (the SMI will be the final judge of what is or is not a
"natural color" and matching to skin tone).
• Eccentric or faddish hairstyles will not be allowed (the SMI will be
the final judge of what is or is not acceptable).
Accessories: • No earrings are allowed for men in uniform.
• Women are authorized to wear either plain yellow gold or silver stud earrings,
no greater than ¼” in diameter, a maximum of one in each ear (only in the ear
lobe), while in any uniform EXCEPT FOR THE UTILITY UNIFORM (no
earrings may be worn with the Utility uniform).
• A religious insignia, or military style “dog tags”, may be worn on an
unobtrusive chain around the neck, but must be hidden under the T-shirt. No
other jewelry will be visible above or around the neck.
• Watches are the only authorized jewelry allowed on the wrist.
• A maximum of one ring on each hand is allowed.
Grooming: • Fingernails (on both males and females) may not extend more than ¼” past the
tip of the fingers.
• Only females may wear fingernail polish while in uniform. That polish will be
non-eccentric in color (i.e., clear, red, pink, tan). The SMI will be the final
judge of whether or not a color is non-eccentric. Multiple colors, and decorative
ornamentation are prohibited.
• Cosmetics work by females will be applied conservatively, and will complement
the individual’s complexion tone; exaggerated or faddish cosmetic styles are
prohibited. The SMI will be the final judge of whether or not a cosmetic, and
the manner in which it is worn, is acceptable.
• If any male facial hair is dark brown or black, that male will shave before
wearing uniforms - "peach fuzz" will not be required to be shaved - the SMI will
be the final judge of whether or not a male will be required to shave while in
uniform.
• Mustaches are the only facial hair authorized for men.
• Mustaches must be neatly trimmed so that the hair does not fall below the top
edge of the upper lip and does not extend past the corners of the mouth.
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Cadet Insignia
Placement Enlisted: centered vertically along the imaginary line bisecting
the angle formed by the point of the collar and 1/2" from the
bottom outer edges of the chevron to the edge of the collar.
Officer: placed one inch back from, and centered on, the front
edge of the collar. Multiple disks and lozenges will run towards
the back of the collar.
RIBBONS
Socks Clean.
Khaki Belt Clean. Tip 2-4 inches past edge of belt buckle.
Short Sleeve Khaki Shirt Dry cleaned and pressed. Irish pennant free
Ribbons 1/8" above and centered on left pocket.
Green Trousers Pressed. Irish pennant and lint free.
White T-shirt Clean. Level collar.
Khaki Web Belt Clean. Tip 2-4 inches past edge of belt buckle.
Brass Belt Buckle Locked. Polished. Aligned with edge of fly and shirt seam.
Black Dress Socks Clean.
Black Dress Shoes. Polished.
Green Sweater Optional Worn over the khaki shirt with the long sleeve khaki collar
neatly worn outside of the sweater. Cuff the wrists and fold
the bottom of the sweater at the waist. Cover the khaki belt.
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ACCESSORIES
Patches MCJROTC: 1/2 inch down from the seam of the shoulder, centered on
the sleeve, worn on the left sleeve. The patch must always be visible
on the outermost garment worn (shirt, blouse, jacket, etc.).
Service “A” coat The length must be between 2 ¾ and 3 ¾ inches in length.
belt
UNIFORM PROBATION
Uniform Probation • MCJROTC uniforms are provided by the U.S. Marine Corps to you free under the
condition that you comply with uniform regulations and conduct yourself properly
while in uniform.
• The SMI will place cadets on uniform probation for violations of uniform
regulations or improper conduct in uniform.
• Uniform probation will affect your inspection grade, participation in unit activities
and promotions.
• WEARING A MCJROTC UNIFORM IS A PRIVILEGE…Protect it!
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Five Purposes of 1. Instill discipline through precision and automatic response to
Drill orders.
2. Move units from place to place in a standard and orderly manner.
3. Provide cadets an opportunity to handle individual weapons.
4. Increase leader's confidence through the exercise of command by
giving proper commands and drilling cadets.
5. Provide simple formations from which further organization is
made.
Terms & Descriptions The following list of terms will be referred to during drill practice. You should
be familiar with each term and what it means.
DRILL TERMINOLOGY
Term Description
File Two or more cadets, covered one behind the other.
Rank Two or more cadets, aligned shoulder to shoulder
Line Members, or units, are aligned abreast.
Column Members, or units, are organized into a file (or files).
Mass Formation Platoons, at close interval, in columns, to form six or more files, in a company or
larger formation.
Interval One arm’s distance between cadets, measured shoulder to shoulder.
Close Interval 4" inches distance between cadets, measured shoulder to shoulder.
Distance 40" inches between cadets in ranks, measured back to chest.
Open Ranks 70" inches between cadets in ranks, measured back to chest.
Cadence Number of steps taken per minute while marching.
Quick Time 120 thirty-inch steps per minute.
Double Time 180 thirty-six inch steps per minute.
Half Step a 15 inch step forward, measured from heel to toe.
Back Step a 15 inch step backwards.
Side Step a 12 inch step to the side (measured between heels).
Flank a ninety degree pivot to the right or left while marching.
Oblique a forty-five degree pivot to the right or left while marching.
To the Rear a 180 degree pivot to the rear while marching.
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Parade Rest Modified position of attention. Differs from attention only in that the
heels are twelve inches apart, the hands are placed on the small of the back
with the right hand on top of the left hand, and the fingers are straight with
the thumbs inter locked.
At Ease Right foot remains in place - you may move other parts of your body. No
talking allowed.
Rest Right foot remains in place - you may move other parts of your body.
Talking is allowed.
Fall Out When ordered to do so, break ranks and go to the area designated by the
leader.
Command Description
Preparatory Given with rising inflection of the voice (alerts cadets to what will happen next).
Execution Sharp crisp command given one step prior to execution (tells the cadets to "do it
now").
Combined Sharp crisp command with no preparatory command.
Examples: Fall In, Fall Out, Rest, At Ease, Cover.
DRILL MOVEMENTS
Platoon: "1st Platoon, All Present “ or "1st Platoon, (#) Cadets Absent"
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Parade Rest Dismissed
Align to Right
UPPERCLASSMEN ONLY
Unit Drill
Open Ranks Column Half R/L
Column R/L Column of Twos
Column of Files Extend in Column
Close in Column Pass in Review
PLATOON DRILL
Change Step Column Half Left X 2
Right Flank Pass in Review
Column Left X 2 Fall Out
March to the Rear Dismiss the Platoon
Manual of Arms
M-14 MOVEMENTS
Order Arms R/L Shoulder Arms
Port Arms Inspection Arms
Rifle Salutes Parade Rest
Trail Arms Present Arms
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Rules of Saluting • Salute when covered and in uniform.
• Salute indoors only when under arms.
• When approaching an officer, salute 6 to 30 paces away.
• Salute all officers, and colors and standards not cased.
Saluting in a Group • Group is NOT in formation: the first person to notice the officer calls the
group to attention and salutes for the entire group (or the entire group may
salute individually).
Group IS in formation: the senior person in the group calls the formation to
attention and salutes for the entire group.
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NATIONAL ENSIGNS, COLORS, STANDARDS AND GUIDONS
Standard A flag carried by Fleet Marine Force units and major non-FMF commands.
Rules for Raising & • Raising The National Ensign is raised at 0800.
Lowering the The National Ensign is always raised quickly.
Flag • Lowering. The National Ensign is lowered at sunset.
The National Ensign is lowered slowly.
• Remove and fold properly.
• Half Mast symbolizes the nation is in mourning.
• President authorizes half masting and prescribes duration
• 0800 (Half Mast) Raise quickly to the top and then slowly lower to
half-mast.
• Sunset (Half Mast) Raise to the top of the flag pole quickly and
then lower the ensign slowly. Remove and fold properly.
Flag Rules The National Color is always displayed to the right and/or above
other flags.
For special situations the following rules apply:
On a Stage: Placed on the stage to the speaker’s right.
Audience Area: Placed to the right front of the audience.
With other flags: To the right when arranged in line.
Color Guard: Carried to the right of other flags.
In column: the National color will be carried in front of other flags.
Dipping the Flag: National color is never dipped. Other flags are dipped
forward during national anthem.
Casing the Colors: Colors should be cased when not in use.
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Rules Hanging: The flag should be hung in a prominent position.
• Blue field is to the left with stripes running to the right when hung in a
horizontal position.
• Blue Field is in upper left corner when hung vertically.
• Blue field is up and facing either north or east when hung vertically over
streets.
Folding: Fold into a triangle with only the blue field visible.
MARINE'S HYMN
Second verse Our flag’s unfurled to every breeze, from dawn to setting sun.
We have fought in every clime and place, where we could take a gun.
In the snow of far off northern lands and in sunny tropic scenes,
You will find us always on the job the UNITED STATES MARINES
Third verse Here’s health to you and to our corps, which we are proud to serve.
In many a strife we’ve fought for life, and never lost our nerve.
If the Army and the Navy ever look on Heaven’s scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded by UNITED STATES MARINES
CHAIN OF COMMAND
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Chain of Cadets must know the chain of command from
Co their squad leader to the President of the United
m States.
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Cadets must be familiar with the chain of
command listed below:
NAVAL TERMS
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All Hands All members of a command
Aye Aye Sir Required official acknowledgement of an order meaning I have received,
understand and will carry out the order.
Deck Floor
Overhead Ceiling
Port Left
Starboard Right
Swab A mop
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(Pvt)
(Junior Enlisted)
Cadet Private First Class
(Pfc)
(Junior Enlisted)
Cadet Captain
Cadet Staff Sergeant
(Capt)
(SSgt)
(Company Grade officer)
(SNCO)
(three silver flat disks)
Cadet Major
Cadet Gunnery Sergeant
(Maj)
(GySgt)
(Field Grade officer)
(SNCO)
(one silver flat lozenge)
Cadet Colonel
Cadet Sergeant Major
(Col)
(SgtMaj)
(Field Grade officer)
(SNCO)
(three silver flat lozenges)
November 10, 1775 • Continental Congress authorized the formation of two battalions of
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(Marine Corps Birthday) Marines under Samuel Nicholas.
• Marines were modeled after the British Royal Marines
Samuel Nicholas • Our First Commandant
Birthplace of USMC • Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, PA
Missions for Marines • Sharpshooters in masts of naval ships
• Maintain discipline on ships
• Conduct landings / Board enemy ships.
New Providence, Bahamas • First Amphibious Landing in March of 1776 to seize supplies and guns.
Leathernecks • The uniform of the day had a stiff leather collar worn by Marines to
keep heads straight and prevent sword slashes.
Quatrefoil • Figure eight emblem worn on the top of covers to distinguish Marines
from the enemy for sharpshooters in the rigging of ships – currently
only worn by Marine Officers.
1783 • Marines fought as part of the Army
• Marines and Navy were disbanded
1798 • USMC reestablished 1798 and USMC band formed.
Archibald Sommers • The First Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps
Blood Stripe • Red (Blood Stripe) stripes worn on the trousers of NCOs and officers
worn in memory of the blood shed at Chapultapec
• Emphasized the importance of NCOs because of the small size of
Marine detachments
The Commandant's Own • Title given to the Marine Corps Drum and Bugle Corps
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Eagle, Globe and Anchor • These are the three parts of the Marine Corps emblem
("EGA") • The Eagle represents the American people whom we serve
• The globe represents the world wide service of Marines
• The Anchor represents the Marines' amphibious capabilities and close
ties with the U.S. Navy
Semper Fidelis • The Marine Corps motto which means "Always Faithful"
Lieutenant General Lewis B. • The only Marine ever awarded five Navy Crosses for bravery (second
"Chesty" Puller only to the Medal of Honor)
General Smedley Butler • One of only two Marines who were ever awarded TWO Medals of
Honor (the highest award for bravery) - the other individual was
Gunnery Sergeant Dan Daly
Gunnery Sergeant Dan Daly • One of only two Marines who were ever awarded TWO Medals of
Honor (the highest award for bravery) - the other individual was
General Smedley Butler
Ohpa May Johnson • The first Woman Marine (she enlisted 13 August 1918)
Francis Scott Key • Wrote the words to our national anthem in 1814 during the battle of
Fort McHenry, Baltimore, MD
The General Orders are a vital part of keeping order and purpose in the work place.
They allow Marines to know what basic decisions to make, and what to start doing, in
most situations. They also set minimum standards for a Marine's conduct and
actions while on duty (on the job). With only a few word and phrase changes, these
"General Orders" are directly applicable to the civilian work environment in that they
reflect the general expectations of civilian supervisors and managers. The General
Orders must be memorized by their number - for instance, you may be asked to recite
General Order # 11, or 2 and so forth.
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1. To take charge of this post and all government property in view.
4. To repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse than
my own.
6. To receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all
orders from the Commanding Officer, Officer of the Day, and officers
and noncommissioned officers of the guard only.
10. To salute all officers, and all colors and standards not cased.
COMMANDING DRILL
COMMAND LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT
THE GENERAL RULE OF THUMB IS TO COMMAND FROM THE LOCATION YOU CAN
BEST EXERCISE COMMAND FROM
COMBINED
GIVEN AS A BARK
I.E., “ATTENTION!” “HALT!” “REST!” “AT-EASE!” “DISMISSED!”
WHEN COMMANDING “TO THE REAR, MARCH!” THE COMMANDER MUST TAKE
SEVERAL EXTRA STEPS BEFORE THEMSELVES EXECUTING THE MOVEMENT IN
ORDER TO MAINTAIN THEIR POSITION 2 / 3 OF THE WAY BACK IN THE FORMATION
WHILE AT THE HALF-STEP, YOU MUST COMMAND FORWARD MARCH BEFORE ANY
OTHER COMMAND MAY BE GIVEN
COLUMN LEFT / RIGHT AND TO THE REAR MAY BE GIVEN FROM THE HALT
WHEN CALLING EXTRA COMMANDS, RAISE YOUR HAND WHILE CALLING THE
COMMANDS TO INDICATE TO THE EVALUATOR THAT YOU RECOGNIZE THE
COMMAND IS EXTRA
WHEN YOU LOSE CONTROL OF A UNIT – HALT THEM AND REGROUP MENTALLY
BEFORE YOU CONTINUE
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12 LEFT OBLIQUE 5
13 IN PLACE HALT 5
14 RESUME MARCH 5
15 FORWARD MARCH 5
16 COLUMN LEFT 5
17 COLUMN RIGHT 5
18 COLUMN RIGHT 5
19 HALF STEP 5
20 FORWARD MARCH 5
21 DETAIL HALT 5
22 RIGHT STEP MARCH 5
23 DETAIL HALT 5
24 FORWARD MARCH 5
25 COLUMN RIGHT 5
26 TO THE REAR MARCH 5
27 TO THE REAR MARCH 5
28 DETAIL HALT 5
29 LEFT FACE 5
30 DISMISSED 5
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE 150 SCORE:
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