AFJROTC / TX-924 is a student run high school organization. Like other clubs, in TX-924 many cadets stay after school to help run the unit. One thing that AFJROTC teaches that other clubs don't are very useful leadership skills that will help cadets even after high school. Unlike many other student organizations and other JROTC units, TX-924 is totally voluntary. Staying after school is at the discretion of the cadet. The grade of the cadet is in no way affected by their participation in extra-curricular activities.

Mandatory activities:

Uniform Days Thursday is the authorized uniform day where cadets wear the issued uniform to school for the day. During the cadet's JROTC class (or flight), they will be inspected by the Flight Commander, which is a higher ranking cadet with the responsibility to run the class. These grades make up a large part of the 6 weeks grade for that cadet. The only cost of the uniform is the $15 cleaning deposit paid at the beginning of the year, and returned at the end of the year (if the uniform has been professionally cleaned when returned).

Fort Bend County Parade A parade in September in where cadets march with their peers through the 2.7 mile parade route to mark the beginning of the Fort Bend County Fair.

Commander's Call Held at the beginning of each semester, these meetings create the oppurtunity for the new Group Commander and staff to introduce themselves formally to the group. It also expresses simple goals for the semester and clarifies policies by the Group Commander. It is usual held after school in the school auditorium one of the first few weeks of school.

Unit Pass-in-Review A parade-like atmosphere where the cadets of our unit march past a reviewing stand and invited guests, while also saluting the higher ranking personnel on each pass. TX-924 holds a Pass in Review around the beginning of May. Activities include: a Change of Command Ceremony, the announcing of Outstanding Flight and (possibly) Honor Unit and recognition to cadets who have helped in the annual inspection. The cadets do almost all the speaking and performing of this event.

District Pass-in-Review A parade-like atmosphere where the cadets of our unit join other schools from our district around the beginning of May. Activities include marching past a reviewing stand and the recognition of graduating senior cadets of each JROTC unit.

Annual events:

Dining Out A formal dinner held close to Christmas break in which there is an awards ceremony, a guest speaker, a change of command ceremony, and a dance. There is also a P.O.W.-M.I.A.-K.I.A. ceremony, which honors our fallen comrades and sister services. To pay for the entire evening (at a cost of about $2500) cadets participate in fundraisers. The entire event is planned very carefully by a committee made up of cadets, which anyone is allowed to join. Tickets prices are about eight dollars.

Military Ball A dance and awards ceremony in which the national AFJROTC medals are given. There is also a Royal Court, which is very similar to Homecoming festivities. Finally there is another Change of Command ceremony. Ticket prices are the same as for Dining Out.

Aggie for a Day A day at Texas A&M University located in College Station, TX. Cadets are escorted by an A&M Corps of Cadets tour guide. There is a tour of the campus, a briefing by the top Corps members, followed by a performance by the Aggie Fish Drill Team. Cadets are also admitted to an Aggie Football game that day.

Survival Weekend A weekend of camping behind the National Guard Armory in Rosenburg, TX. Cadets try to bring as little (or as much) as they can to live off of. They make their own shelters and participate in Flight Olympics, which are events such as races, obstacle courses, physical competitions, shelter building and cooking contests, that add points toward Outstanding Flight. There is also a game of capture the flag at night in the forest area behind the campgrounds. It is a very popular event.

Ellington AFB Cadets are given a tour of an F-16C Falcon Squadron and an AH-64 Apache Squadron. Many things about the aircraft are explained by the crews that work on the craft.

Summer Leadership School At these 1 full week schools, cadets are taught advanced drill and ceremonies, leadership techniques, and teamwork.

• Drill Competitions
• Color Guard performances
• Service projects and ushering duties
• Fund raisers, car washes, and snack sales
• Model Rocket launches
• Physical Fitness tests

Unit Activities:

Drill Teams Unit Drill Teams (Armed and Unarmed) represent TX-924 and Kempner High School at drill competitions and ceremonial functions. All cadets are eligible to compete for a position on the Drill Teams. Drill Team practices are held several times each week, so only the most dedicated should join.

Physical Fitness Team Unit Physical Fitness Team members practice to develop enhanced individual physical fitness toward earning a physical fitness ribbon and may compete against other area school's physical fitness teams.

Junior Junior ROTC Training Team The JJROTC Training Team members assists the ASI in training middle school JROTC club members in drill and ceremony, flag etiquette, color guard procedures, and other leadership/recruiting activities as required.

Awareness Presentation Team (APT) The APT is formed to give presentations to elementary and middle school students to help them develop into good citizens and avoid self-defeating behavior patterns and chemical dependency. All cadets are eligible for membership on this team. Members are responsible for developing their materials and participating regularly in recurring presentations. Team members are awarded the AFJROTC Awareness Presentation Team Badge upon completion of a presentation.

Model Rocketry Team Unit members with an interest in learning more about rocketry and space science may join the Model Rocketry team. They will complete training programs, build and launch model rockets, and compete in area model rocketry competition. Team members can earn the AFJROTC Model Rocketry Badge.

Model Aircraft Team Unit members with an interest in building models of all types, plastic, wood, display, flying, etc.,may join the Model Aircraft Team. Models are not limited to aircraft, Cadets compete in unit competition and then show their models in "show and tell" setting. Participation can lead to the award of the American Modeler's Association Wings.

Kittyhawk Air Honor Society The Kittyhawk Air Honor Society is a National Honor Society, which promotes service to the school and civilian community through demonstrated academic performance. Eligibility includes an "A" in JROTC and a "B" average in all school subjects. Participation can lead to the award of the Kittyhawk Air Society Badge.

Summer Leadership School (SLS) AFJROTC Summer Leadership Schools are week long leadership courses conducted at military installations, college campuses, and Kempner High School. Cadets compete for limited slots to help them prepare for unit leadership positions. Successful completion of an accredited SLS can earn each graduate ½ academic credit in JROTC toward high school graduation.

Field Trips Field trips are available to all cadets who maintain good standing in AFJROTC. These include trips to military installations, space flight facilities, museums, college campuses, airports, etc.. The trips are designed to expand your overall knowledge about the aerospace environment in which we live.

Flight Orientation Program TX-924 has a flight orientation program to introduce cadets to flight in light civilian aircraft. The cost is the aircraft rental fee divided by three cadets. Each cadet gets to actually fly the aircraft and be in the co-pilot's seat for a take off and landing.

Social Activities TX-924 conducts various formal social events such as our annual Dining Out and Military Ball. In addition we have informal picnics and parties to help cadets become better acquainted with each other and have a good positive recreational experience. Dates and parents are allowed at all unit social activities.

Fund Raising Activities TX-924 sponsors fund raising activities to generate money to purchase special equipment, support field trips, social activities, and unit scholarships. Each cadet is expected to participate in fund raising if they take part in any activity that is supported by fund raising money.