General Information
This page is to ensure cadets have a strong understanding of the knowledge that is required within this unit
Directory
Orders to the Sentry
1: Take charge of this post and all government property in view
2: Walk my post in a military manner keeping always on the alert and observing everything that takes place within sight or hearing
3: Report all violations of orders that I am instructed to enforce
4: Repeat all calls from posts more distant from the guardhouse or quarterdeck than my own
5: Quit my post only when properly relieved
6: Receive, obey, and pass on to the sentry who relieves me, all orders from the commanding officer, command duty officer, officer of the deck, and officers and petty officers of the watch only
7: Talk to no one except in the line of duty
8: Give the alarm in case of fire or disorder
9: Call the officer of the deck in any case not covered by instructions
10: Salute all officers, colors, and standards not cased
11: Be especially watchful at night, and during the time of challenging, challenge any and all persons on or near my post and allow no one to pass without proper authority
When you are asked and order to the sentry question, you should respond like this:
"Sir/Ma'am the ____ order to the sentry is _______________."
If you don't know the answer to the question, you should say this:
"Sir/Ma'am this cadet does not know but will find out promptly."
Chain of Command
Chain of Command
Commander-in-Chief (President)-The Honorable Joseph Biden
Vice President-The Honorable Kamala Harris
Chief Justice of the United States-The Honorable John Roberts
Secretary Of Defense-The Honorable Lloyd J Austin 3rd
Secretary of State-The Honorable Antony Blinken
Secretary of the Navy-The Honorable Carlos Del Toro
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff- General Milley
Chief of Naval Operations-Admiral Mike Gilday
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy-Master Chief Petty Officer James Honea
Commandant of the Marine Corps-General David Berger
Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps-Sgt. Maj. Carlos Ruiz
Commander of Naval Education and Training Command-Rear Admiral Peter Garvin
Commander of Naval Science Training Command-Rear Admiral Jennifer Couture
Deputy Commander of NJROTC Operations-Mr. Timothy Daseler
Area 8 Manager- (CDR) Commander Merv Dial until Sep.30th (LtCDR) Lieutenant Commander Alex Baker
School Chain of Command
PRINCIPAL – Dr. ASHLEY DAVIS
VICE PRINCIPALS – KENT GREEN, Dr. MATTHEW CASE, DESTANIE SWEENY
SNSI- Chief Warrant Officer 2- Warrant Officer Clyde Shumate
NSI- Chief Petty Officer- BMC(SW) Robert Frank (Jr)
Staff Chain of Command
COMMANDING OFFICER (CO) – CADET COMMANDER (C/CDR) Brandon Ward
EXECUTIVE OFFICER (XO) – CADET LIEUTENANT COMMANDER (C/LTCDR) Brandon Johnson
COMMAND MASTER CHIEF (CMC) – CADET MASTER CHIEF PETTY OFFICER (C/MCPO) Landon Sherfy
OPERATIONS OFFICER (OPS) – CADET LIEUTENANT (C/LT) Hailey Fulton
ADMIN OFFICER (ADMIN) – CADET LIEUTENANT (C/LT) Bryson Frost
SUPPLY OFFICER (SUPPO) – CADET LIEUTENANT JUNIOR GRADE (C/LTJG) Tristian Malone
PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER (PAO) – CADET CHIEF PETTY OFFICER (C/CPO) Erica Harris
1st LIEUTENANT (1st LT) – CADET CHIEF PETTY OFFICER (C/CPO) Katelyn Ford
PLATOON COMMANDERS AND PLATOON CHIEFS IN YOUR PERIODS
When you are asked a Chain of Command question, you should respond like this:
"Sir/Ma'am, the Secretary if defense is The Honorable Lloyd J Austin 3rd ."
You should never say the person's first name. Also, if they don't have a military rank, you should say "the honorable" in its place.
Uniform Prices
*If you lose a piece of your uniform, you are responsible for replacing it.
Duffel bag: $23.55
J-Bar: $4.50
Anchor: $0.81
Socks: $0.71
White T-shirt: $2.70
Gloves: $17.95
Sweater: $40.00
All Weather Coat: $81.00
Garrison Cap: $12.50
Belt: $5.15
Belt Buckle: $3.50
Relaxed Fit Jacket: $92.50
Liner for Relaxed Fit Jacket: $17.00
PT Shirt: $14.99
PT Short: $19.99
PT Sweat Shirt: $23.00
PT Sweat Pants: $23.00
Female Khaki Shirt: $21.30
Male Khaki Shirt: $31.70
Female Trousers: $38.20
Male Trousers: $36.00
Female Shoes: $44.75
Male Shoes: $49.00
NS1 Textbook: $9.75
NS2 Textbook: $26.36
NS3 Textbook: $26.36
Cadet Field Manual: $5.00
Cadet Reference Manual: $20.00
Arc Pin Requirements
Drill Team: Earned once a cadet has attended three drill meets, passed a drill inspection showing a mastery of basic drill knowledge and shown strong enthusiasm and dedication as well as have no unexcused absences of drill practice for a year
Rifle Team: Earned once a cadet has competed in three matches, scored 460 points in a 3x20 match and has been active on the rifle team for two semesters.
Color Guard: Earned once a cadet has participated in five color guard functions and has commanded one
Flag Detail: Earned once a cadet has completed a semester and/or is on the current flag detail
Sail Team: Earned once a cadet has completed Sail Academy for a second time and was selected to be a cadre
LOTC: Earned when a cadet has competed CO/XO course at Leadership Academy
Leadership: Earned when a cadet has been to Leadership Academy and was selected to be a cadre
Description of Jobs
Commanding Officer (CO)
* Commands and controls the company.
* Executes instructions from the Senior Naval Science Instructor (SNSI) or Naval Science Instructor (NSI).
* Disseminates information/issues orders.
* Exercises command through the chain of command.
* Inspects and follows-up on instructions.
* Accepts responsibility for all unit actions.
Executive Officer (XO)
* Performs duties directed by CO.
* Acts as CO in his/her absence.
Operations Officer
* Coordinate all scheduled Unit activities to ensure that the events happen according to plan.
* Maintain the Plan of the Week.
* Assist the SNSI/NSI in planning for field trips and all other Unit events.
* Coordinate community service projects and events.
* Maintain records of events the Unit participated in during the school year, a number of cadets who participated, community service hours, and a historical file of event information such as direction, travel time, transportation arrangements, chaperones’ names and other relevant information for future planning.
* Obtain and coordinate all necessary information (e.g. signatures, emergency numbers, etc.) for permission slips and participation rosters; submit to the SNSI.
Senior platoon commander
* Responsible for dealing with all platoon commander
* Acts as operations in His/Her absence
* Responsible of everyone during trips and takes charge as the platoon commander for trips
* Ensures the operations is aware of the needs and wants from the cadets a whole and acts as a representative
* Ensures all needs and requirements are met
Platoon Commander
* Responsible for all platoon activities.
* Sets the standard and direction of the platoon.
* Communicates company commander’s intent and empowers squad leaders to act appropriately to accomplish the mission.
* Insures Cadet compliance with policies and procedures of the program.
* Enforce standards.
* Disseminates information from the company chain of command and issues orders.
* Responsible for the training and personal development of the platoon members.
Platoon Chief
* Performs duties directed by the Platoon Commander.
* Acts as Platoon Commander in his/her absence.
Supply Officer
* Coordinates for, receives, distributes and controls supplies and equipment for company training.
* Conducts inventories and maintains a continuous working knowledge of on hand supplies and equipment within the company.
Supply Assistant
* Performs duties directed by Supply Officer.
* Acts as Supply Officer in his/her absence.
Admin Officer
* Provides administrative support for the company.
* Prepares and maintains unit strength reports, rosters and records.
* Responsible for company bulletin boards and photo displays.
* Plans, organizes and supervises the execution of company awards ceremonies, change of command ceremonies, commissioning ceremonies and social events.
Admin Assistant
* Performs duties directed by Admin Officer.
* Acts as Admin Officer in his/her absence.
Public Affairs Officer (PAO)
* Responsible for enhancing the relationship between the surrounding communities to include campus staff and faculty, public information internal information, community relations, written publications, photographs and related duties as required.
* Specifically responsible for the written material, consolidation and publication of the company's written articles.
* Serves as a focal point for local advertising of the program.
* Serves on event staff for planning and conducting battalion training events.
Command Master Chief
* Supervise and be the “expert reference” for all Unit ceremonies.
* Initiate and maintain a current roster of all Cadets in the Unit and their assigned position.
* Take part in staff meetings to represent the views of the Cadet rank and file to staff.
* Determine Cadet concerns and make these known to the staff at the appropriate time.
* Carry out such other duties as may be assigned by the SNSI/NSI/CO/XO.
* Supervise the Company’s Senior and Chief Petty Officers.
* Supervise the Company’s 1st Lieutenants in the performance of their duties.
* Lead by example, and be involved.
Armory Officer
* Maintain the armory.
* Fix any items that break.
* Keep an inventory list of all items in the armory.
Academic Team Commander
* Establish, publish, and hold a regular schedule of training sessions.
* Nominate qualified Cadets to take part in competitions.
* Establish and maintain team assignments to support the best training and competitiveness of the teams.
* Maintain a file of material that will assist cadets in preparing for tests.
* Ensure the PAO is provided with information concerning activities of teams so that press coverage can be obtained.
Drill Team Commander
* Establish, publish, and hold a regular schedule of training sessions.
* Nominate qualified Cadets to take part in competitions.
* Establish and maintain team assignments to support the best training and competitiveness of the teams.
* Maintain a file of material that will assist cadets in preparing for tests.
* Ensure the PAO is provided with information concerning activities of teams so that press coverage can be obtained.
Rifle Team Commander
* Establish, publish, and hold a regular schedule of training sessions.
* Nominate qualified Cadets to take part in competitions.
* Establish and maintain team assignments to support the best training and competitiveness of the teams.
* Maintain a file of material that will assist cadets in preparing for tests.
* Ensure the PAO is provided with information concerning activities of teams so that press coverage can be obtained.
Measurements for the Khaki Uniform
Male:
Khaki shirt:
The J-Bar is placed in the center of the left collar 1 7/8" from the collar point.
The rank is placed in the center of the right collar point 1 7/8" from the point.
The name tag is placed parallel to the right shirt pocket and is 1/4" above it.
Ribbons are placed 1/4" above the left shirt pocket and should be parallel to it.
Medals are placed 1/4" below the top of the left shirt pocket.
Service stars are placed 1/4" above the top row of ribbons.
Garrison Cap:
The anchor is placed on the left side of the cap. It is placed 2" from the center crease and 1 1/2" from the bottom of the cap.
Only chiefs and officers wear their rank on the cap. This is placed on the right side and is 2" from the center crease and 1 1/2" from the bottom.
Female:
Khaki shirt:
The J-Bar is placed in the center of the left collar 1 7/8" from the collar point.
The rank is placed in the center of the right collar point 1 7/8" from the point.
The name tag is placed 6 1/4" down from the intersection of the front and shoulder seam on the right side.
Ribbons are placed 6 1/4" down from the intersection of the front and shoulder seam on the left side.
Service stars are placed 1/4" above the top row of ribbons.
Medals are placed 1/4" below the last row of ribbons.
Garrison Cap:
The anchor is placed on the left side of the cap. It is placed 2" from the center crease and 1 1/2" from the bottom of the cap.
Only chiefs and officers wear their rank on the cap. This is placed on the right side and is 2" from the center crease and 1 1/2" from the bottom.
Measurements for the Service Dress Blues
Male:
The J-Bar is placed on the left side of the collar 1/2" above the edge of the lapel and parallel to the deck.
The rank is placed on the right side of the collar 1/2" above the edge of the lapel and parallel to the deck.
The name tag is placed parallel to the deck, not the pocket, and is 1/4" above the pocket on the right side.
Ribbons are placed parallel to the deck, not the pocket, and is 1/4" above the pocket on the left side.
Medals are placed parallel to the deck, not the pocket, and is 1/4"below the top of the pocket on the left side.
Service stars are placed 1/4" above the top row of ribbons.
Chiefs wear a black chin strap on their cover, while officers wear a gold chin strap.
Female:
The J-Bar is placed on the left side of the collar 1/2" above the edge of the lapel and parallel to the deck.
The rank is placed on the right side of the collar 1/2" above the edge of the lapel and parallel to the deck.
The name tag is placed parallel to the pocket, and is 1/4" above the pocket on the right side.
Ribbons are placed parallel to the pocket, and is 1/4" above the pocket on the left side.
Medals are placed parallel to the pocket, and is 1/4"below the top of the pocket on the left side.
Service stars are placed 1/4" above the top row of ribbons.
Chiefs wear a black chin strap on their cover, while officers wear a gold chin strap.
Promotion Time Requirements
Seaman Recruit - every cadet starts as a recruit
Seaman Apprentice (SA) - 1 month in the unit
Seaman (SN) - 1 month as a SA
Petty Officer 3rd class (PO3) - 2 months as a SN
Petty Officer 2nd class (PO2) - 3 months as a PO3
Petty Officer 1st class (PO1) - 3 months as a PO2
Chief Petty Officer (CPO) - 3 months as a PO1 and either a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Senior Chief Petty Officer (SCPO) - 3 months as a CPO, either a Junior or Senior, and a Basic Leadership Training (BLT) graduate
Master Chief Petty Officer - 3 months as a SCPO, a senior, and a BLT graduate
Ensign - as selected by Senior Naval Science Instructor (SNSI) and Naval Science Instructor (NSI) and Leadership Academy graduate
Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) - as selected by Senior Naval Science Instructor and Naval Science Instructor and Leadership Academy graduate
Lieutenant (LT) - as selected by Senior Naval Science Instructor and Naval Science Instructor and Leadership Academy graduate
Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) - as selected by Senior Naval Science Instructor and Naval Science Instructor and Leadership Academy, CO/XO graduate
Commander (CDR) - as selected by Senior Naval Science Instructor and Naval Science Instructor and Leadership Academy, CO/XO graduate
There will be a promotion test for all promotions from SA to CPO. SCPO and up do not have a promotion test. Meritorious promotions are given on a case by case basis by the SNSI and NSI.
Promotion Test for Seaman Apprentice
Orders to the sentry:
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Promotion Test for Seaman
Facing Movements:
Attention
Parade Rest
Right Face
Left Face
About Face
Hand Salute
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Promotion Test for Petty Officer 3rd Class
Facing movements:
Attention
Parade Rest
Right Face
Left Face
About Face
Hand Salute
Armed drill basic:
Attention
Parade Rest
Present Arms
Left Shoulder Arms
Right Shoulder Arms
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Chain of command:
President/Commander in Chief:
Vice President:
Tennessee Senators:
1st District US Congressman:
Secretary of Defense:
Secretary of the Navy:
Secretary of the State:
Chief of Naval Operations:
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON):
CNET:
Area Nine Manager:
Promotion Test for Petty Officer 2nd Class
Facing movements:
Attention
Parade Rest
Right Face
Left Face
About Face
Hand Salute
Armed drill basic:
Attention
Parade Rest
Present Arms
Left Shoulder Arms
Right Shoulder Arms
Armed drill:
16 Count Manual Arms
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Navy Chain of command:
President/Commander in Chief:
Vice President:
Tennessee Senators:
1st District US Congressman:
Secretary of Defense:
Secretary of the Navy:
Secretary of the State:
Chief of Naval Operations:
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON):
CNET:
Area Nine Manager:
School Chain of Command:
Principal:
Vice Principals:
Senior Naval Science Instructor:
Naval Science Instructor:
Commanding Officer:
Executive Officer:
Operations Officer:
Command Master Chief:
Platoon Leader in your block:
Promotion Test for Petty Officer 1st Class
Facing movements:
Attention
Parade Rest
Right Face
Left Face
About Face
Hand Salute
Armed drill basic:
Attention
Parade Rest
Present Arms
Left Shoulder Arms
Right Shoulder Arms
Armed drill:
16 Count Manual Arms
Orders to the sentry:
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Navy Chain of command:
President/Commander in Chief:
Vice President:
Tennessee Senators:
1st District US Congressman:
Secretary of Defense:
Secretary of the Navy:
Secretary of the State:
Chief of Naval Operations:
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON):
CNET:
Area Nine Manager:
School Chain of Command:
Principal:
Vice Principals:
Senior Naval Science Instructor:
Naval Science Instructor:
Commanding Officer:
Executive Officer:
Operations Officer:
Command Master Chief:
Platoon Leader in your block:
Military time conversion:
For this, you will need to change each of these civilian times to military time.
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