Cadet Expectations
The Cadet Expectations outlined in the context include the following key points:
HONOR
Cadets are expected to conduct themselves honorably by being truthful, polite, considerate, and showing proper military bearing. They must arrive on time, have a positive attitude, read and prepare for drills in advance, maintain proper grooming, wear the uniform with pride, use the chain of command, stay hydrated and well-rested, safeguard their belongings, and remain in good academic standing.
Cadets will conduct themselves honorably at all times by being completely truthful, polite, and considerate to all people and showing proper military bearing.
Cadets will act responsibly through:
- Arriving on time (15 minutes before the scheduled start time) • Having with a positive attitude, ready to learn
- Reading the Plan of the Day/Plan of the Month in advance and preparing for drill • Maintaining proper grooming
- Wearing the uniform with pride and never abusing this privilege
- Using chain of command to answer questions and deal with concerns
- Coming to drill adequately hydrated and well-rested
- Safeguarding their Sea Cadet ID cards and personal belongings, no “gear adrift.”
- Remaining in good standing academically at school (public, private, or homeschooled)
RESPECT:
Cadets must show respect by addressing adults with “Yes, sir/ma’am” or “No, sir/ma’am,” obeying orders from authority figures, and following military courtesies, policies, regulations, and the Cadet Code of Conduct.
COMMITMENT
Cadets are expected to demonstrate commitment by maintaining a minimum drill attendance of 75% per quarter, completing online advancement courses on time, exercising regularly for physical fitness, and attending at least one summer/winter training per year.
Cadets will demonstrate commitment by:
- Maintaining or exceeding the minimum unit drill attendance of 75% per quarter (*A pattern of poor attendance at regular drill events may result in dismissal from the program.)
- Completing the online advancement courses on time
- Exercising regularly to improve physical fitness
- Attending at least one (NSCC) summer/winter training per year
SERVICE
Cadets are encouraged to serve and support each other through positive interactions, avoiding cursing, inappropriate jokes, or demeaning comments. They should also seek out community service opportunities and strive to complete 30 hours of community service for every year enrolled in the program.
Additionally, families are encouraged to review the Cadet Expectations with their cadets, discuss their goals for being in the program, and help them set challenging yet attainable goals. By following these expectations, cadets can uphold the values of honor, respect, commitment, and service within the program.
