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Battalion Director

The Battalion Director is responsible for the administration of the military and discipline program; as well as, the safety and security of all students, staff, and facilities. The Battalion Director as operates the Leonard Hall Ship’s Store.

 

A.  Overall

 

            Every midshipman participates in the military program and in doing so learns respect and responsibility to his/her peers, staff/faculty, and the Battalion. The Battalion is commanded by the Commodore, who is President of the School.  It is under the overall direction and control of the Battalion Director.  The Battalion Director, in coordination with the Academic Director, may teach a course in naval science.

All midshipmen are required to wear the uniform, to comply with this Handbook and Leonard Hall traditions, and to participate in specified parades, Competitives, and other events during the school year unless otherwise directed or authorized to be absent by the Battalion Director.  

 

Objectives:

 

            Leonard Hall Naval Academy's military program aims to provide the opportunity for its midshipmen to develop qualities that are essential to their future success and well-being.  These qualities include confidence, self-discipline, respect for self and others, initiative, leadership, and responsibility and accountability.  Additionally, the program is designed to develop a high level of self-esteem as well as esprit de corps. 

 

Military Curriculum:

 

            To achieve full implementation of the Leonard Hall program, the military curriculum is patterned after that of the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC).  The curriculum includes practical application of classroom work, leadership training, life skills training, military drill and ceremonies, guest speakers, and field trips

 

Military Drill:

 

            Military drill is an integral part of every midshipman's experience at Leonard Hall.  The purposes of military drill include:

 

Moving a unit from one place to another in a standard (uniform) manner.

Teaching discipline by instilling habits of precision and automatic response to orders and commands.

Increasing the confidence of midshipmen through the exercise of command by giving proper commands and by the control of drilling midshipmen.

Building morale by developing a team spirit and unit pride.

Giving midshipmen the opportunity to handle drill rifles.

 

Understanding and correctly executing the basic drill positions and movements are a necessary part of military life.  Leonard Hall's drill curriculum focuses on developing personal skill and coordination, building team skills, leadership, and self-discipline.  Midshipmen learn the manual-of-arms with the rifle, and marching techniques and close-order drill with and without arms.

 

High School Naval Program (Naval Science):

 

In addition to drill and marching, high school students receive academic instruction in the following:

Naval orientation.

The Nation and the Navy.

Naval history.

Leadership.

Navigation.

Maritime geography.

Oceanography.

Basic seamanship.

Ship construction and damage control.

Naval ships, aircraft, and weapons.

Naval operations, communications, and intelligence.

 

Middle School Naval Program:

           

The middle school students receive fundamental orientation into Naval customs, traditions, and leadership along with their drill classes.  The Leonard Hall environment stresses leadership, and military protocol, courtesy, and appearance.

 

Competitives:

           

A long-standing tradition of Leonard Hall is intramural squad drill competition, called Competitives.  Three times a year (Fall, Winter and Spring) Leonard Hall formally conducts a ceremonial personnel inspection and drill competition.  This is an opportunity for the midshipmen to demonstrate their acquired skills to their peers, faculty, parents, and the public.  Leonard Hall's Navy sponsor participates in these evolutions by providing inspectors, judges, and sometimes facilities at the local Naval Air Station.

 

Military Performance Record:

 

A record is maintained of each Midshipman's military achievements and disciplinary documents.  A midshipman and his or her parents/guardian may examine the record on the secure part of the school home page, to be available during the school year. The record is used for promotion boards, referral/expulsion proceedings, or consideration for special programs.

 

Battalion Organization

 

1. General:

           

Leonard Hall's student body is organized with a student Battalion Commander and Executive Officer, Staff Officers, Company Commanders (one each for high school and middle school), Platoon Leaders, and Squad Leaders.  Midshipmen may also participate in the color guard or drill team.

 

            The middle school and high school drill independently four days a week, and come together for Battalion drill on the fifth day.  The entire Battalion performs as a whole during parades, Competitives, and other military ceremonies and special events.

 

2.  High School Structure:

 

The high school will parallel the NJROTC program while simultaneously maintaining the Leonard Hall tradition.  Duties for the following positions generally are as directed by the Battalion Director and are summarized in the Battalion Director's manual.  The High school command structure includes:

 

Line Officers:

Battalion Commander

Battalion Executive Officer

Company Commander

Platoon Leader(s)

Squad Leaders

Guidon Bearer

 

Staff Officers:

Administrative Officer

Supply Officer

Public Affairs Officer

Training (P.T.) Officer

Chaplain

Commodore's Aide

 

3.  Middle School Structure:

 

The middle school also will parallel the NJROTC program while simultaneously maintaining the Leonard Hall tradition.  Middle school command structure includes:

 

Line Officers:

Company Commander

Platoon Leader(s)

Squad Leaders

Guidon Bearer

Training (P.T. Officer)

 

Staff Assistants:

Assistant to the Administrative Officer

Assistant to the Supply Officer

Commodore's Aide

 

Color Guard and Drill Team:

To serve on the Leonard Hall color guard and drill team is an honor.  The highest standards of conduct and academic performance are required for a member to be selected for and to retain membership in these important aspects of Leonard Hall life.  Midshipmen must maintain a 70% overall academic average, fail no courses, display exemplary conduct, and uphold the Honor Code at all times.  Color guard consists of:

Color Guard (High School Only):

Color Guard Commander

Right Honor Guard

Left Honor Guard

American flag bearer

State flag bearer

School flag bearer

 

Drill Team:

The Drill Team may include members from both the middle and high school companies depending upon enrollment and student eligibility.  The team will consist of :

Drill Team Commander

9 or 16 members

 

4.  Rank Structure:

 

Both the high school and middle school enlisted rate structures parallel that of the U.S. Navy.  High school officer ranks follow those of the U.S. Naval Academy, and middle school ranks emulate the U.S. Navy's enlisted and Warrant Officer Corps.

 

High School:

E-1            Midshipman Seaman Recruit

E-2            Midshipman Seaman Apprentice

E-3            Midshipman Seaman

E-4            Midshipman Petty Officer 3rd Class

E-5            Midshipman Petty Officer 2nd Class

E-6            Midshipman Petty Officer 1st Class

E-7            Midshipman Chief Petty Officer

E-8            Midshipman Senior Chief Petty Officer

E-9            Midshipman Master Chief Petty Officer

O-1            Midshipman Ensign

O-2            Midshipman Lieutenant (junior grade)

O-3            Midshipman Lieutenant

O-4            Midshipman Lieutenant Commander

O-5            Midshipman Commander

O-6            Midshipman Captain

 

Middle School:

E-1            Midshipman Seaman Recruit

E-2            Midshipman Seaman Apprentice

E-3            Midshipman Seaman

E-4            Midshipman Petty Officer 3rd Class

E-5            Midshipman Petty Officer 2nd Class

E-6            Midshipman Petty Officer 1st Class

E-7            Midshipman Chief Petty Officer

E-8            Midshipman Senior Chief Petty Officer

E-9            Midshipman Master Chief Petty Officer

CWO1            Midshipman Chief Warrant Officer 1

CWO2            Midshipman Chief Warrant Officer 2

CWO3            Midshipman Chief Warrant Officer 3

CWO4            Midshipman Chief Warrant Officer 4

 

 B.    Uniform and Grooming Standards

 

Uniform Regulations and Standards:

 

General:  The uniform is an important element in the morale, pride, discipline and effectiveness of the program at Leonard Hall.  It is vitally important for midshipmen to maintain a high standard of dress and personal appearance - the key elements are neatness, cleanliness, bearing, and image.  Because Leonard Hall students are easily identified as a result of the uniform, the highest of standards must be maintained at all times.  The uniform may be worn by midshipmen on special occasions outside the school but normally shall only be worn in school or on school-related functions and while going to and from school.  It is inappropriate to wear the uniform, or parts of the uniform otherwise.  Uniform articles are not to be worn with civilian clothing.  All midshipmen are required to wear the uniform during the school day and may only 'change out' into civilian clothes with permission of the Battalion Director or Commodore.

 

            The military uniform is a symbol of the nation's defense forces.  It projects an image which reflects not only on the wearer, but also on the school.  The word "uniform" is derived from two Latin words: 'unus' and 'forma,' which mean "one form."  Thus the word "uniform" suggests a distinctive form of dress.  In ancient times military dress acquired a certain degree of sameness which over the centuries may have changed in design but remained the same in concept.  Thus, we can assign the origin of the military uniform to an early date in western civilization.

 

            The uniform worn by Leonard Hall Naval Academy Midshipmen is the same as that worn by active duty Navy personnel, with a few exceptions.  Midshipmen do not wear commissioned officer rank insignia, sleeve braid, or enlisted cloth shoulder insignia; they do wear insignia which designates them as Leonard Hall students. Our students are obligated to wear the uniform properly and proudly, and in so doing, uphold the dignity of the Navy, Leonard Hall, fellow midshipmen, and themselves.

 

            Grooming standards are based on several elements, including neatness, cleanliness, safety, military image, and appearance.  The standards set forth below are reasonable, enforceable, and ensure that midshipmen personal appearance reflects favorably on Leonard Hall Naval Academy.  Parents as well as students are obligated to support these standards.  Correct grooming and cleanliness are integral parts of the military persona and reflect the honor accorded anyone wearing the uniform.

 

            Uniforms shall be kept clean, with all devices and insignia bright and free from tarnish and corrosion.  Shoes shall be kept in good condition and polished.

 

            Covers are required outdoors except when ordered to uncover, or during religious services which are not associated with a military ceremony.  While the cap is not normally worn indoors, it may be required during Competitives or special ceremonies.

 

Wearing of the Uniform: 

 

            While in the Leonard Hall uniform, midshipmen are not official members of the United States Navy. Anyone impersonating a member of the Navy is committing a Federal crime and will be appropriately disciplined by Leonard Hall, if not the Federal Government.  Overall, the tenets of the U.S. Navy uniform regulations, as modified by this Handbook, control the wear and use of the uniform.

 

            Summer uniforms will be worn from the first day of each new school year until a date in the fall designated by the Commodore, at which time midshipmen will switch to winter uniforms.  Students will return to the summer uniform in the Spring at a date designated by the Commodore.

 

            The 'day' or working uniform is worn daily to classes, and the dress blue uniform is worn at special occasions as determined by the Battalion Director or Commodore.

 

            Only uniform items prescribed in this handbook and the Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) Field Manual, sold in the Ship's Store or Navy Exchange, or authorized by the Battalion Director may be worn.  Specific modifications to Leonard Hall uniforms may be authorized by the Battalion Director for the drill team or performing units (e.g., helmets, ascots, etc.).  While Leonard Hall emulates the NJROTC, the school is not Navy-certified and does not follow each and every one of their uniform regulations.)  Uniformed midshipmen may not participate during or in connection with political activities, private employment, or commercial interests that imply official sponsorship of the activity or interest, or at any other occasion when wearing the uniform would discredit Leonard Hall Naval Academy or the Navy.  Questions regarding the appropriateness of wearing the Leonard Hall uniform should be addressed to the Battalion Director.

 

Middle School 'Day' or Working Uniforms:

 

Summer Uniforms: 

 

The Middle School summer uniform consists of summer blue (black) Navy regulation trousers, Certified Navy Twill (CNT) short-sleeved white enlisted shirt, plain white sleeved crew neck or V-neck undershirt, black web belt with brass buckle, black socks, black shoes, black garrison cover, ribbon(s), nametag, and insignia.  Undershirt sleeves shall not protrude from the uniform shirtsleeves.  Regulation utility or CPO jackets or sweaters may be worn with the summer uniform.

 

Winter Uniforms

 

The Middle School winter uniform consists of Navy regulation winter blue (black) trousers, long sleeved white dress shirt (no button down collar), plain white sleeved crew neck or V-neck undershirt, male/female black tie (as appropriate), black web belt with brass buckle, black socks, black shoes, black garrison cover, ribbon(s), nametag, and insignia.  Black regulation sweaters may be worn.  Also, regulation utility jackets, CPO jackets, or pea coats may be worn over the winter uniform.

 

High School 'Day' or Working Uniforms:

 

Summer Uniforms:

             

The High School summer uniform consists of Certified Navy Twill (CNT) khaki trousers with short sleeved CNT khaki shirt, plain white sleeved crew or V-neck undershirt, khaki CNT belt with brass buckle, black socks, black shoes, khaki CNT garrison cover, ribbon(s), nametag, and insignia.  Undershirt sleeves shall not protrude from the uniform shirtsleeves.  Regulation khaki utility or CPO jackets or sweaters may be worn with the summer uniform.

 

Winter Uniforms:

 

The High School winter uniform consists of Navy regulation winter blue (black) trousers with long sleeved black shirt, black male/female tie (as appropriate), black socks, black shoes, black web belt with brass buckle, plain white sleeved crew or V-neck undershirt, black garrison cover, ribbon(s), nametag, and insignia.  Black regulation sweaters may be worn.  Also, regulation utility jackets, CPO jackets, or pea coats may be worn over the winter uniform.

 

Dress Blue Uniforms

 

Midshipman Dress Blue Uniform: 

 

All midshipmen will wear the dress blue uniform for parades, Competitives, and special events as determined by the Battalion Director.  The dress uniform shall consist of Navy regulation black trousers, dress blue jacket (with high school or middle school aiguillette, dress blue anchor, rank/rate insignia, and Leonard Hall patch), white dress shirt (no button down collars), male/female black tie (as appropriate), black web belt with brass buckle, black shoes, black socks, combination cover, and ribbon(s).  White shirt sleeves shall not protrude from the dress jacket sleeves when standing at parade rest.

 

Battle Dress Utility (BDU) Uniforms:

           

The BDU uniform is an option which may be worn by all students on days designated by the Battalion Director after coordinating with the Commodore (usually every Friday and designated Tag Days).  This uniform consists of woodland camouflage pants and blouse, woodland camouflage cover (Marine style without USMC logo), jump boots (black, soft or hard top), sleeved black crew neck undershirt, black belt with open face buckle, and soft Leonard Hall tag on the left side and soft last name tag on the right (green background with black lettering).  Rank insignia is worn on the right collar (located as they are on summer shirts) of the blouse.   The Leonard Hall pin is worn on the left collar.  Midshipman CPOs and officers wear their rank/rate pins on the BDU cover (centered on the front).

 

Tag-Day (Civilian) Clothes: 

 

Occasionally students are authorized to wear Tag-Day clothing to school or to school functions.  The Commodore will announce the event and will specify the type of clothing permitted (normally BDU or P.E. uniforms).  If civilian clothing is authorized, apparel or jewelry with language or depictions that are vulgar, offensive in terms of any reference to sex, race, national origin or religion, discriminatory, or obscene or that promote or depict weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, drug paraphernalia, violence, or gang symbols are prohibited.   Clothing should fit, be neat and clean, and conform to standards of safety, decency, and good taste.  Clothing that exposes cleavage, private parts, the midriff, or undergarments or that is sexually provocative is prohibited.  Examples include, but are not limited to: sagging or low-cut pants, low-cut necklines that show cleavage, tube tops, halter tops, backless blouses or blouses with only ties in the back, clothing constructed of see-through materials, spiked hair, 'Goth' clothing, open-toe shoes, sandals, flip-flops, or heels. Suggestive, provocative, or excessively tight clothing will not be permitted.  Midshipmen appearing at school with inappropriate Tag Day dress or accessories as adjudged by the Commodore or Battalion Director will be directed to cover the noncompliant clothes, change clothes, or go home.  Parents of students requiring accommodation for religious beliefs, disability, or other good cause should contact the Battalion Director.

 

Uniform Specifics:

 

Ribbons: 

           

Midshipmen may wear earned ribbons on all uniforms.  Ribbons are worn centered ¼" above the left breast pocket on day and dress uniforms.  Ribbons will be clean and free of strings and debris.  Ribbons are worn in order or precedence with the most important being the highest and closest to the heart (refer to Chapter IX for ribbon precedence).

 

Nametag: 

 

Midshipmen will wear their Navy regulation plastic nametag on the day uniform only.  It shall have the student's last name only and is worn centered ¼" above the right breast pocket.  On uniforms without the right breast pocket, the nametag is placed on the right front corresponding with the ribbon(s) on the left.  When a sweater is worn, the nametag is placed in the velcro area of the sweater designated for a nametag.  Students may wear a black leather velcro-backed sweater nametag with gold lettering; it will have the student's last name on the first line with student's officer position or "Leonard Hall" on the second line. 

 

Citations and Medals

 

Leonard Hall citations, ribbons, and medals may be worn with the dress uniform.  Medals are worn ¼" centered and above any ribbons that are worn.  Medals are worn in order of precedence.  Other awards and citations may only be worn with permission of the Commodore.

 

Garrison Cover Insignia: 

 

The garrison cover insignia is a 1 and 1/8 inch gold fouled anchor (rope to left).  It is worn on the wearer's left side of the cover. The center of the anchor is bisected by a vertical line 2 inches from the fore crease of the garrison cap, and a horizontal line 1 and ½ inches from the bottom edge of the cap.  Only officers and chiefs wear rate/rank insignia on the garrison cover; it is worn on the wearer's right side. The center of the rank/rate insignia is bisected by a vertical line 2 inches from the fore crease of the garrison cap, and a horizontal line 1 and ½ inches from the bottom edge of the cap. (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for specific information)

 

Combination Cover

 

The combination cover is worn by all students with the dress blue uniform, and with the day uniforms by midshipman officers so designated by the Battalion Director.  The black Navy enlisted chinstrap is worn with the combination cover; midshipman officers, as designated by the Battalion Director, wear a gold chin strap. Both males and females wear gold screw-type buttons on each side of the cover.  (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for specific information)

 

Dress Blue Jacket Anchor Insignia:

 

The dress blue jacket anchor is identical to the garrison cover anchor.  All midshipmen wear one anchor on the left lapel (wearer's left) of the dress blue jacket.  Midshipmen with no rank wear nothing on the right lapel; those with a rate/rank wear that insignia on the right lapel.  Males wear the insignia positioned on the collar ½ inch above the notch in the lapel; the vertical axis of each insignia is parallel to, and centered between, the outer edges of the coat collar. Females wear the anchor and rank/rate insignia on the rounded end of the coat collar.  The vertical axis of each insignia is parallel to, and centered between, the outer rounded edges of the collar; the insignias are fixed in an upright position with the center of the insignias 1 inch from the semicircular bottom edge of the collar.  No sleeve braid or shoulder soft insignia are worn on the dress blue jacket.  (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for specific information - note that the anchor is worn on the left collar en lieu of an NJROTC bar).

 

Aiguillette

 

The aiguillette (all gold for middle school, and blue and gold for high school) is worn on the dress blue jacket left shoulder, secured with a black button on the shoulder  ½" in from the sleeve seam.  The gold-tipped end hangs in the front of the jacket.

 

Leonard Hall Collar Insignia

 

The Leonard Hall pin is worn on the wearer's left collar of each day uniform (it is NOT worn on shirts with the dress blue uniform).   Short sleeve khaki and white shirts: the vertical axis of the Leonard Hall bar insignia is positioned along an imaginary line bisecting and perpendicular to the angle of the collar point with the center of the insignia 2 inches from the collar point. Long sleeve white and winter blue shirts: The Leonard Hall pin is centered 1 and ½ inches from the front edge of the collar, and is centered 1 inch down from the upper edge of the collar.  (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for specific information - note that the Leonard Hall pin is worn en lieu of a NJROTC insignia).

 

Rate/Rank Insignia

Insignia of rate/rank are worn on short sleeve shirts, long sleeve shirts, and utility and CPO jackets.  Rate/rank insignia are worn on the right shirt collar (it is NOT worn on shirts with the dress blue uniform). 

 

Short sleeve khaki and white shirts:

 

The vertical axis of the rank/rate insignia is positioned along an imaginary line bisecting the angle of the collar point; the center of each insignia is 1 and 7/8 of an inch from the collar point.

 

Long sleeve white and blue shirts:

 

The center of the enlisted rate insignia is positioned 1 inch from the front edge and 1 inch below the upper edge of the collar; for officer rank insignia the first gold bar is centered 1 inch from the front edge and 1 inch below the upper edge of the collar.  The vertical axis of the rank/rate insignia is perpendicular to the upper edge of the collar.  (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for specific information).

 

Pea Coats and Utility and CPO jackets:

 

One insignia is worn on each shoulder flap.  The long axis of the insignia is placed atop the long axis of each shoulder flap.  The bottom of the insignia is 1 inch from the outboard edge each flap.  Rank insignia are not worn on pea coats.

 

Leonard Hall Patch: 

 

The Leonard Hall patch is worn on the dress blue jacket left sleeve.  The top of the patch is one inch below the shoulder seam with the cross forming a vertical line from the shoulder to the ground.

 

Drill Team and Color Guard Tab:

 

Midshipmen serving on the Drill Team or Color Guard may wear the Drill Team or Color Guard Tab on the dress blue uniform.  It is worn centered just below the seam of the right shoulder

 

Wearing of Uniform Apparel:

 

Undershirts:

 

Males and females shall wear plain (no logos or pockets), sleeved, white crew (round) neck or V-neck undershirts under the day and dress blue uniforms.  A black, sleeved, crew neck undershirt is worn with the optional BDU uniform.  Undershirt sleeves shall not protrude beyond the ends of any uniform shirtsleeves.

 

Jackets and coats:

 

Button all buttons and snap all snaps except for the collar, and zip all zippers ¾ of the way up.  All coats and jackets must be clean, in good repair, and properly worn at all times.  Lettermen jackets are authorized with the day uniforms and may be worn during inspection.  Civilian coats and jackets are NOT authorized to be worn with the uniform.

 

Sweaters (V-Neck): 

 

Sweaters must be clean, and free of 'Irish Pennants' (loose threads), holes, or patches.  Plastic nametags are worn on the velcro area of the sweater.  Leather velcro-backed nametags as prescribed earlier in this handbook may be worn on the sweater.

 

Belt with End Clip: 

 

The belt passes through all belt loops.  Men wear the belt with the clip to the left of the buckle, and women wear the clip to the right of the buckle.

 

Belt Buckle: 

           

Men wear the buckle so the belt clip is to the left side of the buckle and covers the belt attachment end of the buckle ('brass on brass').  Men align the right edge of the buckle with the opening of the shirt and the exterior seam of the fly, forming a straight line ('gig line').  Women wear the buckle so the belt clip is to the right side of the buckle and covers the belt attachment end of the buckle ('brass on brass').  Align the left edge of the buckle with the opening of the shirt and the exterior seam of the fly, forming a straight line ('gig line').

 

Garrison Cover:

 

The garrison cover is worn squarely on the head, with the fore and aft crease centered vertically between the eyebrows and the lowest point approximately 1 inch above the eyebrows.  The cover will be clean and free of Irish Pennants (loose threads).  When indoors, the garrison cap is stowed by placing it under the belt on the right side of the uniform between the first and second belt loops with the anchor facing forward.

 

Shirts:

 

Shirts will be clean and pressed with all buttons buttoned.  Ribbons and collar devices will be worn at all times on the shirt.  Shirts will be properly tucked into the trousers.

 

Trousers: 

 

Trousers will hang approximately two inches from the floor at the back of the shoe.  All buttons will be buttoned and fasteners fastened.  The belt shall pass through all belt loops.  Trousers should be kept in good repair and cleanliness.  Trousers without belt loops will not be worn.  Trousers do not have cuffs.

 

Tie: 

 

The tie has a ready-made knot, or is tied in a four-in-hand, Windsor, or Half-Windsor knot.  The top of the knot is worn parallel to and slightly above the top of the shirt closure, hiding the shirt button.  The bottom hangs within one inch of the top of the belt buckle; the tie does not cover the belt buckle (exceptions will be made for very short and very tall Midshipmen).  Ties will not be tucked into the belt or pants.  Silk, civilian-style ties are not authorized.

 

Tie tack/clasp: 

 

An optional tie tack or clasp may be worn with the uniform tie.  The tack/clasp must be plain gold and simple in a design related to the military (e.g., plain bar, ships, aircraft, American flags, etc.) and approved by the Battalion Director.

 

Shoes:

 

Shoes shall be Navy-style plain black, low quarter, lace style with no decorations or seams across the toes.  They shall be kept shined and in good repair.  All laces shall be laced from inside out through all eyelets and tied. Poromeric (Corfam) or leather shoes may be worn.  Only black socks will be worn with any Leonard Hall uniform (except for P.E.).

 

Physical Education (P.E.) Uniform

 

The Leonard Hall P.E. uniform is mandatory and consists of a gray short-sleeved shirt with Leonard Hall logo; dark blue shorts with Leonard Hall logo, white socks, and appropriate gym shoes.  Rolling or folding up shirt sleeves or short bottoms is not authorized.  If students do not properly dress out for P.E. they will receive an Infraction and a zero for the day in that class.  If sweats are worn, they must be the Leonard Hall authorized shirt and pants sold in the Ship's Store.  Students will carry and store their gym clothing in a gym bag or backpack.

 

Gloves: 

 

Plain, all black leather or wool gloves are authorized for outdoor wear as an optional item with winter uniforms.  Gloves are not worn indoors.

 

Ship's Store:

 

General Policy: 

 

The Battalion Director manages the Leonard Hall Ship's Store.  During school hours the Midshipman Supply Officer and his/her assistant operate it.  Announcements are made when the store is open (usually during lunch hours).  The store is run on a cash basis.  Every effort is made to provide used uniforms (from Navy and previous student donations) in order to save parents money on their uniform purchases.  However, if used uniform items are not available, new ones may be in stock or can be ordered.

Note: Uniform refunds are not provided to students who withdraw or are expelled from Leonard Hall Naval Academy.

 

Uniform Pricing and Return Policy:

The Battalion Director is responsible for all aspects of Ship's Store management and is subject to general Leonard Hall financial management policies.  A price list for new and used uniform items is maintained and is kept as current as possible based on wholesale price changes. It may be found on the school home page.  Used uniform items in clean and wearable condition may be swapped for like items (e.g., if a student outgrows pants, he/she may swap those pants for a larger size used pair, if available).  No credit is given toward new items from used turn-ins.  Leonard Hall will gladly provide tax receipts to those families who return used uniforms as donations.  A listing of items for sale will be maintained on the school home page.

 

Returned Checks:

 

If a check for uniform purchase is returned, the parent/guardian will be notified and the check will be run through the bank a second time.  If the check is again returned, the parent/guardian will be notified to provide payment with a cashier's check within 72 hours.  A fee of $25.00 will be assessed for all returned checks.  If all amounts due are not promptly paid, newly enrolling midshipmen will lose their seat in the school; those already attending will not be allowed to attend class.  Records regarding a midshipman's performance at Leonard Hall will not be released if any monetary obligation to Leonard Hall is due and unpaid. 

 

Articles:

 

No articles shall protrude from or be visible on the uniform, including such items as pencils, pens, watch chains, pins, jewelry, cell phones, and glasses.

 

Bags:

 

Female purses shall be small and conservative in color; they will not be carried to classes, and must be stored in the lockers during the day. 

 

Book Bags:

 

Book bags must be a dark color preferably with no writing or logos on the exterior.

 

Eyeglasses:

 

Eyeglasses must complement the wearer.  Outlandish frames or lenses are not permitted.

 

Sunglasses: 

 

Conservative military style sunglasses approved by the Battalion Director are permitted; sunglasses are not worn in military formations.  Mirrored or tinted glasses are not permitted.  Retainer straps (e.g., 'Croakies') are not authorized.

 

Contact Lenses: 

Tinted contact lenses must be a natural color (blue, green, brown, etc.) and natural looking.

 

Tattoos: 

 

Any tattoos must be covered if visible during any school function.  Temporary tattoos are not permitted; if such a tattoo is visible the midshipman will immediately be sent home until it is removed.

 

Cosmetics (female): 

 

Cosmetics may be applied in good taste so the colors blend with natural skin tone and enhance features.  Exaggerated or faddish cosmetic styles are not authorized with the uniform.  Care should be taken to avoid an artificial appearance.  Lipstick colors shall be conservative and complement the individual.  Males are not authorized to wear cosmetics of any kind.

 

Fingernails: 

 

Male:  Fingernails shall not extend past the fingertips.  They shall be kept clean. 

Female:  Fingernails shall not exceed ¼" beyond the fingertip.  Nail polish may be worn, but colors shall be conservative and complement the skin tone.  Nails painted with designs, multi-colors, or faddish styles are not authorized.

 

Jewelry: 

           

Conservative jewelry is authorized.  Faddish or excessive jewelry, as determined by the Battalion director, is not permitted.  Jewelry shall not present a safety hazard and shall be worn with the following guidelines:

 

Rings:

 

Only one ring is authorized.  Thumb rings are not permitted.

 

Earrings: 

 

One ball earring per ear (centered on the ear lobe) is permitted.  Earrings shall be no more than 6mm (approximately ¼") in diameter, with screw-on fastener or posts.  Small (single) gold, silver, pearl ball earrings may be worn.  No articles, other than earrings shall be attached to or through the ear, nose, or any other body part.  Males are not permitted to have any piercing jewelry - to include Tag Days.

 

Necklaces: 

 

One necklace may be worn, but it shall not be visible or protrude through the uniform when worn.

 

Wristwatches/bracelets: 

 

While in uniform only one of each may be worn.  If any watch sounds during the school day it will be confiscated and returned at the discretion of the Battalion Director.  Bracelets must be small, unostentatious, and conservative.

 

Personal Appearance and Grooming:

 

GROOMING STANDARDS FOR MEN

 

Males:  Hair shall be:

Kept neat, clean, trimmed and present a well-groomed appearance.  Above the ears and around the neck: must be tapered upward ¾ inch and outwards not greater than ¾ inch.  Must not touch the collar. 

Kept no longer than four inches and the bulk shall not exceed two inches (In no case shall the hair bulk or length interfere with the proper wearing of a cap.  Bulk is defined as the distance that the mass of the hair protrudes from the scalp as indicated by the - - - - - - - - line in the drawing below.) 

Maintained with one narrow part.  This may be cut, clipped, or shaved.  Plaited or braided hair is unauthorized. 

Not visible under the front brim of any uniform cap.  Bizarre, faddish, or multi-colored hair is not authorized.  Hair coloring must look natural and complement the individual. (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for photos of haircuts which conform to regulations) 

Kept with sideburns neatly trimmed and tailored.  They shall not extend below a point level with the middle of the ear, as indicated by line 'A', and shall be of even width (not flared).  Sideburns shall end with a clean-shaven horizontal line. 

Mustaches must be neat and closely trimmed.  No portion shall extend: below the upper lip line as indicated by line 'D', below the horizontal line extending across the corners of the mouth as indicated by line 'B', or be more than ¼ inch beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corners of the mouth as indicated by line 'C'.  

No other facial hair is permitted.  The face shall be clean-shaven unless a shaving waver is submitted by a parent to the Battalion Director.

 

 

  GROOMING STANDARDS FOR WOMEN
 

Females:  Hair shall:

Be clean, neatly shaped, and present a well-groomed appearance.  Lopsided and extremely asymmetrical haircuts and hairstyles are not authorized.  Braids, if worn, must be neatly and inconspicuously secured at all points to the head, and may not dangle free at any point; braids must be of a uniform dimension, small in diameter (approx. ¼"), and tightly woven to present a neat, professional, well-groomed appearance.

Be void of any foreign material braided or sprinkled into the hair. 

Be above or touch, but cannot fall back below the horizontal line level with the lower edge of the back of the collar as indicated by line 'A' in the drawing below.  Appropriateness of hairstyle shall also be judged by its appearance when headgear is worn. 

Not show under the front brim of any cap.  The bulk of the hair shall not exceed two inches, nor interfere with the proper wearing of a cap. 

Not be multicolored or faddish in style, to include shaved portions of the scalp or have designs cut out or braided into the hair. Hair coloring must look natural and complement the individual. Ponytails, pigtails, widely spaced locks, or braids that protrude from the head are not authorized.  Long hair, including braids that fall below the lower edge of the collar, shall be neatly and inconspicuously fastened, pinned, or secured to the head. 

Have a maximum of two small barrettes, combs, clips, or scrunches similar to hair color;  students will wear rubber bands under the scrunch. (Refer to the NJROTC Field Manual for photos of haircuts that conform to regulations).

 
 

C.  Military Promotion:

 

            Leonard Hall Junior Naval Academy's military promotion process is designed to provide positive reinforcement.  Each Midshipman has an equal opportunity to advance to a higher position and rank based on conduct, attitude, academics, and military achievement.

 

Promotion Cycle:

 

            The promotion cycle occurs in coordination with the four academic quarters.  The Commodore will determine the date for each promotion opportunity (usually 2-4 weeks after the end of each quarter).  The Battalion Commander will notify all midshipmen of the current promotion cycle, the process, eligibility requirements, date of promotion boards, and deadlines, and he/she will prepare promotion packets.  The promotion packet contains a midshipman's academic record through the previous quarter, teacher recommendation forms (which the individual students are required to obtain and have completed by their teachers), and disciplinary record.  Promotions are announced at each Competitive.

 

Midshipman Permanent Rates and Ranks:

 

A rate designates enlisted status (E-1 through E-9), while a rank is assigned to officers (CWO-1 through O-6).  All new Midshipmen enrolling for the first time will have the rate of E-1, Seaman Recruit.  If transferring from a JROTC program or another military school a Midshipman may be eligible for higher rate/rank provided that documentation is made available.  The Battalion Director, in coordination with the Commodore, will make the determination as to the appropriate rate/rank for Leonard Hall. 

 

Midshipmen returning with breaks in enrollment may return with their previous rate/rank at the discretion of the Battalion Director. 

 

A Midshipman's permanent rate/rank is that which he/she attains through the promotion process.  Throughout a midshipman's career at Leonard Hall, he/she may continue to strive for promotions through the rank of Midshipman Captain (O-6).  The midshipman Administrative Officer maintains records of each midshipman's promotions.

 

Midshipman Position Rates and Ranks:

 

            By virtue of the facts that students often enter mid-year or start Leonard Hall late in middle school years and that promotion opportunities occur only four times a year, midshipmen may not be afforded the opportunity to attain high rank.  Also, the possibility exists that midshipmen with positions (such as Company Commander) could be junior in rate/rank to their subordinates.  Consequently, midshipmen awarded positions will wear the position rates/ranks per the chart below.  In the event of a loss of position, the midshipman will revert to his/her permanent rate/rank.  Should a midshipman's permanent rate/rank exceed that of the position rate/rank, the highest will be worn on the uniform.

 

High School:

Position Rate/Rank  
Battalion Commander O-5  
Battalion Executive Officer O-4  
Color Guard Commander O-3  
Company Commander O-3  
Drill Team Commander O-2  
Commodore's Aide O-2  
Administrative Officer O