NJROTC Ribbons And Criteria

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Ribbon NameWhat it is Given for in the NJROTC Unit.

Meritorious Achievement

Awarded, WHEN EARNED, to any NJROTC cadet who distinguishes him/her self only by outstanding meritorious achievement or performance of a meritorious act. Excludes such things as length of participation in the NJROTC unit, or sustained superior performance in a leadership position. Awarded on a case-by-case basis by the area manager.

Distinguished Unit.

Awarded YEARLY to cadets who were unit members during the academic year in which the school earned the Distinguished Unit status. Awarded to only those units that Demonstrated the very highest levels of performance.
Distinguished CadetAwarded YEARLY to one cadet in each year group with the highest combined average for overall scholastic standing and aptitude in NJROTC unit activities (includes academics, homework, physical fitness, community service, drill, etc.)
Honor CadetAwarded YEARLY to one cadet in each year group with the highest overall academic achievement (GPA) in school, including the naval science courses.
Cadet AchievementAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet who distinguishes him/herself by outstanding achievement or sustained superior performance. The cadet must exhibit exceptional military aptitude and dedication to the program as well as overall excellence in all facets of NJROTC. Awarded on a case-by-case basis by the area manager.
Military AptitudeAwarded YEARLY to those outstanding cadets who demonstrate an exceptional military aptitude and dedication to the NJROTC program.
Naval Science 4 Outstanding CadetAwarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 4 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance and conduct.
Naval Science 3 Outstanding CadetAwarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 3 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance and conduct.
Naval Science 2 Outstanding CadetAwarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 2 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance and conduct.
Naval Science 1 Outstanding CadetAwarded YEARLY to outstanding cadets in Naval Science 1 based on citizenship, academic performance, personal appearance and conduct.
Exemplary ConductAwarded YEARLY to each cadet who demonstrates exemplary conduct for the school year.
Academic AwardAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to each cadet who has met the criteria.
Exemplary Personal AppearanceAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to each cadet who displays exemplary personal appearance and has worn his/her uniform on all occasions required.
Physical FitnessAwarded TWICE A YEAR to any cadet who meets or exceeds the basic physical fitness exercise requirements as outlined in chapter 7 on pages 7-10/11 of this manual.
ParticipationAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet who has participated in three events other than routine unit activities.
Unit ServiceAwarded to any cadet who has demonstrated exemplary service and dedication to the unit as determined by the NSI.
Community ServiceAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who distinguishes him/herself by dedicated and outstanding service to the community.
Drill TeamAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to each member of a drill team in good standing who has entered competition, or performed at three or more official functions.
Color GuardAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to each member of a color guard in good standing who has entered competition, or performed at three or more official functions.
Rifle TeamAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who has entered any competition.
OrienteeringAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to any cadet in good standing who has entered any organized orienteering competition, or who meets the orienteering qualification standards outlined on pages 9-18/19 of this manual.
RecruitingAwarded, WHEN EARNED, to a cadet who is instrumental in the enrollment of two students in the NJROTC program. Subsequent awards are given for each additional two students enrolled.
Mini-Boot CampAwarded to any cadet upon satisfactory completion of mini-boot camp. Leadership Academy or similar training as approved by the area manager.
Sea CruiseAwarded to any cadet upon completion of an at-sea cruise (vessel must be cast off lines and be underway).