On a white vertical elongated oval shaped embroidered item edged with a 1/8 inch (0.32cm) red border, a stylized head of a cardinal, turned to the right, Proper; all between the arched inscriptions “OSBORNE” above and “CARDINALS” below in red letters.  Overall dimensions are 2-1/2” (6.35 cm) in width and 3-1/2” (8.89 cm) in height.

White and red are the school’s colors. White symbolizes peace and integrity. Red represents unwavering dedication and vigor. As the school’s mascot, the cardinal characterizes cadets as a united team who are firmly committed to the mission and high standards of the ROTC program.

The shoulder sleeve was authorized 5 May 2022.

On a silver metal and epoxied shield shaped device 1-1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width blazoned as follows: Quarterly Argent (Silver) and Gules, in the first quarter, a torch between two laurel branches at base, of the second; in the second quarter, a cardinal’s head couped to sinister, of the first; in the third quarter, a winged foot bend sinisterwise of the last and in the fourth quarter, a treble clef symbol within four eighth-notes, two and two, Gules.  Attached below the shield, a black scroll doubled white inscribed “CARDINAL BATTALION” in silver letters.

 Red and white (Silver) are associated with the school’s colors. The cardinal is the school’s mascot, signifying adventure and dedication.  The torch, with the laurels, represents academic excellence. The winged foot denotes athletic achievements. The music notes embody the school’s music and arts departments. Furthermore, the music notes highlight the cardinal’s singing ability to communicate and form bonds with other birds.

The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 5 May 2022.