OVERBROOK HIGH SCHOOL JROTC PHILADELPHIA, PA
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia


Description/Blazon
On a vertical rectangle arched convexly at top and bottom edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border; divided diagonally from upper left to lower right, orange over black, a circle divided diagonally from upper left to lower right, black over orange, displaying a black panther's head couped detailed orange, with eyes and whiskers orange, and teeth white.  Attached above the rectangle, an orange scroll edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border inscribed "OVERBROOK" in black letters. Attached below the rectangle, an orange scroll edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) black border inscribed "PANTHERS" in black letters. The overall dimensions are 3 1/2 inches (8.89 cm) in height and 2 3/16 inches (5.56 cm) in width.

Symbolism
The school colors are black and orange.  Black signifies dignity and determination and orange represents ambition. These attributes are demonstrated by the cadets in academic, athletic, and community endeavors.  The panther is the school's mascot and reflects the strength and spirit of the cadet's military training.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was authorized 10 June 2011.  (TIOH Drawing Number A-10J-970)




Shoulder Loop Insignia


Description/Blazon
A Silver metal and enamel device 1 3/16 (2.86 cm) in height consisting of a silver "Castle on the Hill" front with a staircase extending to base, on each of the castle a  Black panther detail silver gray in an attacking position.  Attached above, an Orange scroll inscribed "OVERBROOK" in Silver letters.  Attached below, an Orange scroll inscribed "PANTHERS in Silver letters.

Symbolism
Black and orange are the schools colors.  The color black represents constancy and regality; orange represents strength and pride. The school is nicknamed "Castle on the Hill" for the appearance of its majestic towers make against the Philadelphia skyline.  The school's mascot is the panther, which symbolizes the ever enduring resolve of each cadet to enhance their abilities through education.

Background
The shoulder loop insignia was authorized 10 June 2011.





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