Terms and Style Items - "J"
jamboree
A term chosen by Baden-Powell to describe the first international
gathering of Scouts camping together in London in 1920. The term is
restricted to indicate a national or world jamboree. Not capitalized
unless in the title of a specific jamboree, as: "1993 National Scout
Jamboree" or "19th World Scout Jamboree." The BSA has a national
jamboree every four years. See "contingent" regarding the use of the
word to describe Scouting groups attending a jamboree.
jamboree emblem
A jamboree emblem may be worn by any member who is registered to attend
a jamboree or who has attended a jamboree as a registered participant
or staff member. Only one jamboree emblem (world or national) may be
worn.
Jamboree Health and Safety Service
Note the capitalization.
Jamboree Leader Fitness Award
Available to adult leaders attending a national jamboree, the award's
objectives are to encourage youth fitness in the BSA by providing
positive role models, encourage physical fitness among Scouters by
enhancing their awareness and understanding, and reduce the rate of
stress- and fitness-related incidents at jamborees and throughout
Scouting.
Jamboree-on-the-Air (JOTA)
The
World Scout Bureau of the World Organization of the Scout Movement
sponsors the Jamboree-on-the-Air, held the third full weekend of
October each year. This worldwide ham radio event promotes
communication and understanding among Scouts all over the world. The
BSA's participation is coordinated by the International Division. See
"K2BSA" and "HB9S."
jamborette
A camporee
or camporall involving Scouting units of neighboring nations. Not
capitalized unless used in the title of a specific jamborette.
James E. West Fellowship Award
Named in honor of the first Chief Scout Executive, this award is given
to individuals donating $1,000 or more in cash or securities, beyond
their regular contribution, to local council endowment trust funds.
James E. West Fellowship program
See "James E. West Fellowship Award."
job
Avoid this word; use "position," "responsibility," or "career," depending on context.
junior assistant Scoutmaster
A troop may have any number of junior assistant Scoutmasters. They are
16- or 17-year-old Scouts who help the senior patrol leader; they are
appointed by him, with the Scoutmaster's advice and consent.
junior, senior
Abbreviate "Jr." and "Sr." only after a full name and do not precede by a comma: John F. Kennedy Jr.