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DR. RALPH H. POTEET HIGH SCHOOL JROTC MESQUITE, TX
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia


Description/Blazon
An embroidered device consisting of a white oval enclosed in a 1/16 inch (.16 cm) black edge displaying the head and shoulders of a pirate in profile grasping a flintlock pistol. The pirate is wearing a white shirt, black hat, a red bandana and scarf with a green earring. Enclosing the white oval and black edge is a green oval designation band inscribed "POTEET" above the pirate in white block letters and below is the inscription "PIRATES" in white block letters. The entire device is edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border. The overall dimensions are 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in height and 3 1/16 inches (7.78 cm) in width.

Symbolism
Green and white are the school's colors. The school's mascot is a Pirate. The school's motto is "Respect Honor Pride." Dr. Ralph H. Poteet High School is named after a former superintendent of the Mesquite Independent School District in Dallas County. Dr. Poteet served as superintendent from 1964 to 1986 and was assistant superintendent at the time of the assassination of John F. Kennedy. The pirate symbolizes the Cadets' fierce winning spirit, courage, and perseverance.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized 28 May 2008. (TIOH Drawing Number A-10J-864)




Shoulder Loop Insignia


Description/Blazon
A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height overall consisting of a pirate standing on one leg and leaning on a crutch looking toward the right. The pirate is wearing a hat, bandana, earring, long coat, and boots and grasping a flintlock pistol. There is a parrot perched on his right shoulder. Near the pirate's foot is a treasure chest filled with gold doubloons and pieces of eight. At the top of the device; behind and on each side of the pirate are palm fronds (three on the right and two on the left). Attached below the shield, a green scroll inscribed "RESPECT HONOR PRIDE" in base metal letters.

Symbolism
Green and white are the school's colors. The school's mascot is a Pirate. The school's motto is "Respect Honor Pride." Dr. Ralph H. Poteet High School is named after a former superintendent of the Mesquite Independent School District in Dallas County. Dr. Poteet served as superintendent from 1964 to 1986 and was assistant superintendent at the time of the assassination of John F. Kennedy. The pirate symbolizes the Cadets' fierce winning spirit, courage, and perseverance.

Background
The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 28 May 2008.





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