<p>As a father of a current Cadre, I feel the need to jump in. Singling out happens when a Basic fails to perform to the expectations and standards put before him. So, disrespect of cadre or other inappropriate acts result in the Basic being pulled asside and reprimanded and possibly sent to the squadran leaders table with others who are being similarly disciplined. As the Baiscs move through the system there may be less singling out and more recognition for standing out in a positive way. But at this point, cadre are focusing on who is not acting appropriately and probably taking note of those who are standing out positively. The latter group will in fact receive kudos at some point but compliments are few and far between at this stage. Don’t assume that cadre are incompetent or irrational. There may be some of that but very competent and rational cadre will appear not to be so to some Basics who have no idea what to expect or what is needed to shape leaders and create discipline. I think those of us who are parents and other non-military will always have a hard time fully comprehending this. Would love to hear views of 2010’s and 2011"s on this. They can probably articulate this a lot better than me.</p>