Description: This award consists of a medal pendant
with a ribbon, accompanied by a certificate. 

Purpose: The Military Order of the Purple Heart Award recognizes an outstanding cadet who is enrolled in the ROTC/JROTC program and demonstrates leadership ability. 

Eligibility: Each cadet must:

• Have a positive attitude toward ROTC/JROTC and country;
• Hold a leadership position in the cadet corps;
• Be active in school and community affairs;
• Attain a grade of “B” or better in all subjects for the previous semester; and
• Not been a previous recipient of this award.

Administration:

• The Commander of the Unit selects the recipient annually.
• The Commander may request the award by filling out and submitting the CADET LEADERSHIP AWARD ONLINE ORDER FORM to the Military Order of the Purple Heart at least two months prior to the presentation date.
• The Commander may also print out the online form and it can be (1) mailed to: The Military Order of the Purple Heart, 5413-B Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22151; or (2) Faxed to (703) 642-2054
• The cadet’s name is printed on the citation by the school.

Presentation and Publicity: The award is presented annually at an appropriate ceremony by a representative of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, if available. 

Report: None required.