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Promotion Board Study Guide

The document outlines procedures and expectations for cadets reporting to a promotion board, including important military knowledge, general orders, and regulations. It also covers key information such as the Cadet Creed, Army values, uniform standards, and hair regulations. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of current events and teamwork in JROTC.

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Promotion Board Study Guide

The document outlines procedures and expectations for cadets reporting to a promotion board, including important military knowledge, general orders, and regulations. It also covers key information such as the Cadet Creed, Army values, uniform standards, and hair regulations. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of current events and teamwork in JROTC.

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Promotion Board

Report In:
Report in: March/walk to the chair, Face towards them in front of the chair
, Salute to CSM then say “Cadet Command Sergeant Major Cadet (you
rank/last name) reporting to the president of the board” CSM will salute ,
wait to drop till CSM drops it)

Report out: Salute the CSM and wait till they drop and march out

*Important Note: You may encounter things on the promotion board that are not on this master study guide,
including, but not limited to: first aid, flags, history, customs, cadet challenge, service learning, etc..Additionally, I
encourage you all to not only use this guide for promotion board, but also for future interview processes because it
will help for those as well!

Random Stuff That Everyone Should Just Know (Everyone, for the most
part)

● Who is your SAI? LTC/R Lloyd Nathan


● What does SAI stand for? Senior Army Instructor
● What does LET stand for? Leadership Education Training
● What does JROTC stand for? Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps
● What is the mission of JROTC? To motivate young people to become better
citizens
● When was the Declaration of Independence signed? July 4, 1776
● How many stripes are on the flag and what do they stand for? 13, the original
colonies
● How many stars are on the flag? 50, one for each state
● What year did Hawaii and Alaska become U.S. states? 1959
● What is the national anthem called? The Star Spangled Banner
● Who wrote it? Francis Scott Key
● What is our Drill Manual? TC 3-21.5
● What regulation is our uniform graded on? AR 670-1 Chapter 3 and CCR 145-2
Chapter 11 Uniform and Insignias
● What knots are allowed on the male Class A uniform? Full and half windsor
● What is the most painful type of burn? 2nd degree
● What is an open fracture? Fracture where bone is jutting out of the skin
● What is a closed fracture? Bone is broken but skin is intact
● What is the Heimlich Maneuver used for? To clear a blocked airways
● What is First Aid? To assistance someone provides to an injured person until
trained medical personnel arrive
● What is mouth-to-mouth resuscitation used for? To restore breathing
● What is the key to success in JROTC? TEAMWORK
● What are the U.S. Citizens first allowed to vote? 18 years old
● What are the two primary political parties? The Republican and the Democrat
Party
● Identify Two Thinking Maps? Brace map, Bridge Map, Bubble Map, Circle
Map, Double Bubble Map, Flow Map, Multi-Flow Map and Tree Map.
● What happened in New York City and Washington D.C. on September 11 2001?
Terrorists attacked the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
● What are the Four winning Colors and what do they represent? Brown-Builder,
Red-Adventure, Green-Planner, Blue-Relater
● What are Winning Colors used for? Determine strengths and potential
weaknesses and how to conduct meetings and to capitalize on Strengths and
Weaknesses of individuals in group planning.

Phonetic Alphabet (Everyone)


You will be asked to spell a thing or two in the phonetic alphabet on the board. I do not
care if you spell the word wrong, just get the phonetic alphabet correct or make something up.

Alpha Juliet Sierra


Bravo Kilo Tango
Charlie Lima Uniform
Delta Mike Victor
Echo November Whiskey
Foxtrot Oscar X-ray
Golf Papa Yankee
Hotel Quebec Zulu
India Romeo
Military Knowledge
2. Cadet Creed (Everyone)

I am an Army Junior ROTC cadet.

I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school, and the Corps of
Cadets.

I am loyal and patriotic.

I am the future of the United States of America.

I do not lie, cheat, or steal, and will always be accountable for my actions and deeds.

I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism.

I will work hard to improve my mind and strengthen my body.

I will seek the mantle of leadership and stand prepared to uphold the Constitution and the
American way of life. May God grant me the strength to always live by this creed

General Orders and Regulations-

1. General Orders
1st General Order

“I will guard everything within the limits of my post and quit my post only when
properly relieved.”

2nd General Order


“I will obey my special orders and perform all of my duties in a military
manner.”
3rd General Order

“I will report violations of my special orders, emergencies, and anything not


covered in my instructions, to the commander of the relief.”
2. Regulations

AR-670-1: Wear and appearance of the army uniform and appearance of the army uniform
and insignia.

TC 3-21.5 : Drill and ceremonies

CCR 145-2: JROTC Organization,Administration, Operation, Training and Support


Army chain of command-
1. Drill and Ceremony (Everyone)

Can be found on pages 18-28 in your Cadet Reference Handbook and TC 3-21.5
You may be asked to do multiple drill movements and actions including, but not limited
to: Facing movements, present arms, order arms, marching, etc.
If you are on the drill team. you may also be asked to recite rifle drill regulations and
demonstrate rifle drill movements including, but not limited to: Inspections arms, 15
count manual arms, right shoulder arms, left shoulder arms, present arms, order arms,
and port arms.

https://armypubs.army.mil/epubs/DR_pubs/DR_a/pdf/web/tc3_21x5.pdf

2. Current News (Everyone)- Local and World news (need to know before Board)

Just know what is going on around the world and in the country. Look at the news
before the promotion board and tell us about a story that you may have read about. Must
be specific

7 Army Values
LOYALTY- to bear true faith and allegiance to the U.S. Constitution…your peers
DUTY - to fulfill your obligations
RESPECT - to treat people as they should be treated
SELFLESS SERVICE - to put the welfare of the nation… before your own
HONOR - to live up to all values
INTEGRITY - to do what is right, legally and morally
PERSONAL COURAGE - to face fear, danger, or adversity

Uniform Code of Military Justice-


The UCMJ is a federal law, enacted by Congress. The UCMJ defines the military justice system
and lists criminal offenses under military law. The law requires the President of the United
States, acting as commander in chief of the Armed Forces, to write rules and regulations to
implement military law.
1. Uniform Measurements (Everyone)
Found on pages 6 and 7 in your Cadet Reference Handbook. Must know
the measurements for both male and female uniforms.
Important Note-
1. Rank and Insignia (Everyone)
https://www.federalpay.org/military/army/ranks Can

also be found on page 2 of your Cadet Reference


Handbook
Winning colors-
Ribbons- You will need to know what each Ribbon is and in what
category.(found in page 43- 45 in the cadet reference book.

N-1 is Academic Awards


N-2 Athletic Awards
N-3 Military Awards
N-4 Miscellaneous Awards
1. Eleven Principles of Leadership (Everyone)
11 Principles of Leadership
1. Know yourself and seek self-improvement
2. Be technically and tactically proficient
3. Know your subordinates and look out for their welfare
4. Keep subordinates informed
5. Set the Example
6. Ensure the task is understood, supervised, and accomplished
7. Train your subordinates as a team
8. Make sound and timely decisions
9. Develop a sense of responsibility among your subordinates
10. Employ your command in accordance with its capabilities
11. Seek responsibility and take responsibility for your actions

Hair regulations

Hair Colors
Hair can be dyed as long as it is consistent with natural hair colors. Avoid bright
and unnatural colors. Streaks or highlights should be natural. Keep the overall
appearance of hair neutral. When considering changing hair color, consult your
JROTC instructor for approval before dying or bleaching. Do not wear clip-in hair
streaks or extensions while in uniform.
3
Styling for Men
Men's hair should be cut short and kept neat. It must be cut regularly to keep the
hairline straight. The back and front should not flip out. Hair should lie flat
against the neck and fall no farther down than the eyebrows. Sideburns should
stop above the earlobe. Men are not allowed to have twists, braids or dreads.
Students are not allowed to cut designs into their hair.
4
Styling for Women
Women are permitted to wear cornrows and braids as long as they are not
unkempt. Bangs should not pass the eyebrows. Hair is allowed below the
shoulders; while in uniform, it must be pulled up above the uniform's collar. For
longer hair, use hair elastic and hairpins that match your hair color. Do not use
excessive amounts of pins or elastic to hold hair in place. Try to hide the hair pins
or elastics so they are not visible.

13. Be, Know, Do


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