Academic / Honor Unit

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:
2nd award---a red felt pad.
3rd award---a silver felt pad.
4th award---a gold felt pad.

Honor Unit with Distinction Insignia. Each member of a unit designated as an Honor Unit with Distinction will be awarded the Honor Unit with Distinction Insignia (yellow star).