Award	Selection Criteria
Legion of Valor Bronze Cross for Achievement	- MCJROTC class standing in the top 25 percent of their class<br>- School academic class standing in the top 25 percent of their class<br>- Demonstrated exemplary military leadership<br>- Demonstrated academic leadership
MCROA Outstanding Unit Award	Marine Corps Reserve Officer's Association (MCROA) for Outstanding MCJROTC Unit
American Legion Bronze Medal for Scholastic Excellence	- Academic average earned on all courses other than MCJROTC in the upper 10 percent of the class<br>- Grades in all MCJROTC subjects within the top 25 percent of that unit<br>- Demonstrated qualities of leadership<br>- Actively participated in related activities
American Legion Bronze Medal for Military Excellence	- Cadet in the top 25 percent of the class in academic standing<br>- Demonstrated outstanding qualities in military leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship
Sons of the American Revolution JROTC Bronze Medal	Awarded to a Junior Cadet who has exhibited the highest standards of leadership, bearing, and excellence
Daughters of the American Revolution JROTC Bronze Medal	- Senior Cadet in the top 25 percent of the class<br>- Demonstrated dependability, military discipline, and leadership<br>- Selected by the SMI and principal
Military Order of World Wars Bronze Medal	- Outstanding 1st year Cadet who excels in military and scholastic activities<br>- Good standing in all military and scholastic courses<br>- Committed to continue in the MCJROTC Program for the next school year
Military Officer's Association of America JROTC Medal	- Outstanding academic achievement (top 10% of the class)<br>- 'A' average in MCJROTC<br>- Holds an officer billet<br>- Junior year of high school
Veteran of Foreign Wars JROTC Bronze Medal	- Leadership in and out of uniform<br>- 'B' in MCJROTC and 'C' overall<br>- Involved in at least 1 extracurricular activity or club<br>- Chosen by the SMI
Daedalian JROTC Achievement Award	- Junior Cadet who demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of patriotism, love of country, and service to the nation<br>- Ranked in top 10% of MCJROTC and top 20% of junior class<br>- Looks to pursue a military career
Women Marines Association for Outstanding Cadet	Awarded to a 2nd-year Cadet who has the highest Leadership Education Grade in the MCJROTC Unit
Noncommissioned Officers (NCOA) Association Medal	Awarded annually to the most outstanding Cadet NCO/SNCO based on military bearing, personal appearance, deportment, and leadership ability
Military Order of the Purple Heart Medal	Awarded to a deserving Cadet who has shown military and scholastic excellence along with strong leadership skills
Navy League Youth Medal	Presented to an outstanding Cadet in recognition of professionalism, academic excellence, and dedication to the MCJROTC Program
Reserve Officers Association JROTC Medal	Presented to a deserving Cadet who has demonstrated outstanding competence in military skills and contributed to the common good of the school, community, and nation
Association of the United States Navy Patriotism Medal	Presented to a Cadet who has shown patriotism and dedication to the United States Navy
American Veterans JROTC Medal	Recognizes a Cadet who consistently demonstrates the character, qualities, and commitment expected as a member-in-training of the Armed Services
National Sojourners Award	Presented to a Sophomore or Junior Cadet in the top 25% of the class, who has demonstrated the ideals of Americanism and is enrolled for the next year
Scottish Rite JROTC Medal	Presented to a Cadet who has encouraged and demonstrated Americanism through participation in extra-curricular activities or unit-sponsored community service projects
Outstanding Cadet Award	- Consistent superior performance in all facets of the program<br>- Top 25% of the class in all subjects<br>- Exceptional qualities of leadership, discipline, character, military bearing, and military proficiency
Student Leadership Award	Awarded to students who hold an elected office in the student body
Officer Leadership Award	Awarded to the Cadet officer who demonstrates exceptional leadership, discipline, character, military bearing, and proficiency
NCO Leadership	Awarded to the Cadet NCO who demonstrates exceptional leadership, discipline, character, military bearing, and proficiency
Civic Service Award	For outstanding community service or noteworthy unit participation
Best Drill Cadet	Awarded to the Cadet who performs the best in Manual of Arms standing, Manual of Arms marching, and military bearing and appearance
Distinguished Scholastic Achievement Award	Awarded to Cadets maintaining an "A" average or in the top 10 percent of their class
Arts and Academics Award	Awarded to Cadets who participate in interscholastic competitions pertaining to academics or the arts
Distinguished Military Training	Presented to a Cadet who demonstrates outstanding proficiency and achievement in all facets of the MCJROTC program
Physical Achievement Award	Awarded to any Cadet who scores 250 or more points on the National Youth Physical Fitness Program test
Superior Marksmanship Award	Presented annually to Cadets who qualify as superior marksmen
Athletic Participation Award	Presented to Cadets who participate in interscholastic athletics
Longevity/Fidelity	Presented to Cadets who have successfully participated in the MCJROTC program for two years and have met all the requirements
Distinguished Conduct Award	Presented to any Cadet whose conduct and demeanor are worthy of special recognition
MCROA Outstanding Unit Award (2nd Place)	Unit Award
MCROA Outstanding Unit Award (3rd Place)	Unit Award
Best Drill Squad Award	Awarded annually to the best drill squad of the Drill Team
Color Guard Ribbon	Awarded to Cadets on the Color Guard
Band with Band device	Awarded to Cadets of the school Band
Rifle Team Award Orienteering Team Award Recruiting Award 1st 2nd 3rd Award Devices	Presented to those Cadets who distinguish themselves on the unit's rifle team. Presented to those Cadets who distinguish themselves on the unit's orienteering team. Presented to those Cadets who have taken an active role in recruiting others into the program. Academic Award Devices
1st, 2nd, 3rd Award Devices	Military Awards Devices

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