Five Point Program of Service

FIVE POINT PROGRAM OF SERVICE
The five points are:
1. PATRIOTISM: Love of flag; love of country.

2. CITIZENSHIP: Individual obligation of citizenship.

3. DISCIPLINE: Respect for and obedience to rules.

4. LEADERSHIP: Participation in group activities.

5. LEGIONISM: Knowledge of The American Legion.

The Five Star Award
When SAL members demonstrate perfection in the Five Point Program of Service, they are eligible to receive the Five Star Award, a gold-plated medal bearing the SAL emblem and the symbolism of the five points.

Point No. 1. A star for patriotism to the member who shows knowledge of the history of the flag, the proper ways of displaying it and the proper respect due it.
Point No. 2. A star for citizenship to the member who by his usefulness in activities outside the program of the SAL displays a working knowledge of the qualities of a good citizen.
Point No. 3. A star for discipline to the member who shows respect for rules and obedience to them.
Point No. 4. A star for leadership to the member who develops the qualities of leadership in athletics, drill formations and church activities.
Point No. 5. A star for Legionism to the member who thoroughly understands the ritualistic work and the program of activities
for the SAL.
After the member has received the five stars, he should then be awarded a Five Star Medal for perfection in SAL work. Insignia for the Five Star Award is achieved by certification. All orders must first be approved by department or detachment headquarters, and sent together with
the remittance to Emblem Sales.