DEVELOPMENTAL COUNSELING FORMAUTHORITY: SJNMA DEPARTMENT OF RESIDENT LIFEPRINCIPAL PURPOSE: To assist leaders in conducting and recording counseling data pertaining to subordinates.ROUTINE USES: For subordinate leader development. Leaders should use this form as necessary.

PART I - ADMINISTRATIVE DATAName (Last, First, MI)

SHARP, JESSYRank / Grade

2LT / 0-1Cadet ID No.

XXXXDate of Counseling

24AUG12Organization

1st PLT, BRAVO CO., SJNMAName and Title of Counselor

SFC DAVID, ERIC - BRAVO RFOPART II – BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Purpose of Counseling: To:

Provide initial counseling and guidance for 1ST Platoon Leader Bravo Company Explain duties and responsibilities as a Platoon Leader in Bravo Company Encourage open communication Provide the Cadet an opportunity to surface any issues that have risen since his matriculation.

PART III – SUMMARY OF COUNSELING

Key Points of Discussion: The Four Pillars:

AcademicsYou are expected to attend all scheduled classes, tutorials, and study hours. In order to stay on track with the promotion system you are required to maintain passing grades in all your classes.

AthleticsWhile you are not involved in an organized sport, it is the expectation that you will participate in physical activities on your own. During the authorized times you are encouraged to utilize the athletic and sporting facilities on campus as permitted. Always remember the importance of fair play and good sportsmanship.

LeadershipYou are expected to set the example of good conduct and leadership.

Spiritual DevelopmentYou will attend regular chapel functions as required and be a productive member of the SJNMA community. As a member of that community, it is the expectation that you will conduct yourself with loyalty, respect, honor, and integrity at all times.

Appearance: You will maintain the standards outlined by the Academy and “The Standard” at all times. Take pride in your uniform and wear it proudly. Be an example for other cadets to emulate. Remember, first impressions can at times be lasting impressions.Formations: You will make all required formations. Should a situation arise in which you cannot attend a formation, ensure that your cadet leadership is notified as soon as possible. Failure to be on time as with all issues will be dealt with according to the severity of the situation. A simple rule to follow is, “if you can’t be on time, be early”.Discipline: Discipline takes many forms. The true measure of discipline is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. I expect you to maintain your military bearing at all times.Communication: Here at the SJNMA community and as cadets, effective communication is critical. I expect you to be prompt and honest with me, as I will be with you. Some issues are open for discussion, others will require execution. Your views and opinions are important to me and I expect you to share them with me. We all have different approaches and methods but we can all learn from each other. Counseling: You will be counseled on a regular basis. The standard areas will include: The Four Pillars, positive attributes and accomplishments, areas to sustain, areas that require improvement, and promotion potential. Accountability/Responsibility: Remember to never just disappear! Always let your Chain of Command know where you are going. Accept responsibility for your actions. Do not attempt to blame others or divert attention from an incident. Do not participate in the blame game, it only wastes valuable time and destroys the team. Fix the problem with the failure in responsibility in a professional manner. Goals : Simple, set them and achieve them. Put your goals in writing and watch them happen.

Platoon Leader Duties: The Platoon Leader is responsible for the discipline, welfare, morale, and control of all subordinates. Supervises the Platoon Sergeant and Squad Leaders in the performance of assigned tasks. Maintains the Platoon in an inspection-ready status at all times. Conducts spot inspections of individuals, platoon equipment, and platoon areas for appearance, proper care, and preparedness for training. Disseminates all necessary information to platoon members. Briefs the RFO on the status of the platoon. Maintains proper accountability of platoon at all times. Ensures that all personnel comply with regulatory guidance. Leads by example in the execution of all assigned duties according to “The Standard”.

OTHER INSTRUCTIONS: NONE

Plan of Action: (Outlines actions that the subordinate will do after the counseling session to reach the agreed upon goal(s). The actions must be specific enough to modify or maintain the subordinate’s behavior and include a specific time line for implementation and assessment (Part IV below).)

During this counseling session we have discussed the Academy’s Four Pillars, your basic duties and responsibilities, your short and long term goals, your expectations as a cadet first sergeant, and other related areas. During our next counseling session, we will discuss your progress toward your goals. In the mean time, you will continue to execute to standard. Maintain course and give a little more with every new day. We will sit down again and assess your progress before the end of the first quarter.

Short-term goals:

Teach and enforce the standards in regards to 1ST Platoon and Bravo Company. Maintain passing grades in all classes. Perform duties in a leadership position to the expected standard.

Long-term goals:

Achieve the highest rank possible at the end of the semester. Pass all classes and earn academic credits for the term. Maintain a good discipline record.

Session Closing: (The leader summarizes the key points of the session and checks if the subordinate understands the plan of action. The subordinate agrees/disagrees and provides remarks if appropriate.)

Individual counseled: I agree disagree with the information aboveIndividual counseled remarks:

Signature of Individual Counseled: ______________________________________________Date: ____________________Leader Responsibilities:

RFO will ensure that cadet receives proper training in all required areas at the academy. RFO will ensure the availability of academic resources and other assistance as needed. RFO will maintain an open door policy but encourage and foster use of the Cadet Chain of Command. RFO will provide an environment to learn and grow. RFO will provide any guidance required to ensure the success of named cadet.

Signature of Counselor: __________________________________________________Date: ________________________PART IV - ASSESSMENT OF THE PLAN OF ACTION

Assessment: (Did the plan of action achieve the desired results? This section is completed by both the leader and the individual counseled and provides useful information for follow-up counseling.)

Counselor: ____________________ Individual Counseled:_________________ Date of Assessment: ______________

Note: Both the counselor and the individual counseled should retain a record of the counseling.