Army JROTC Cadet Awards

If applicable, click on the title of the award for more information.

Distinguished Cadet:
Academic Excellence:
Academic Achievement:
Perfect Attendance:
Student Government:
Leadership Education Training Service:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Varsity Athletics:
Physical Fitness:
JROTC Athletics:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
DAI/SAI Instructor Leadership:
Personal Appearance:
Proficiency:
Drill Team:
Orienteering:
Color Guard:
Rifle Team Ribbon:
Adventure Training:
Commendation Ribbon:
Good Conduct:
Summer Camp:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Parade Ribbon:
Recruiting Ribbon:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:
Optional by Region Commander:

Unit Awards

Honor Unit Insignia Each member of a unit designated as an Honor Unit is awarded the Honor Unit Insignia (blue star):
Honor Unit with Distinction Insignia Each member of a unit designated as an Honor Unit with Distinction is awarded the Honor Unit with Distinction Insignia (yellow star):
Academic Achievement Insignia A gold wreath authorized for wear by cadets in the top ten percent of each JROTC class – based on grades earned in JROTC courses, as determined by the SAI. Subsequent awards are indicated by a felt pad center background. Second award – red pad. Third award – silver pad. Fourth award – gold pad.

Marksmanship Badges

Marksman:
Sharpshooter:
Expert:

Shoulder Cords

Color Guard/Honor Guard – (White):
Drill Activities – (Red):
Marksmanship Activities – (Tan):
Orienteering Activities – (Green):
Physical Training Team – (Black):
Honor Organizations & Societies – (Gold):