10/3/ JROTC Overview “Motivating young people to be better citizens” U.S. Army Cadet Command
10/3/ JROTC Mission and Goals JROTC Goals Promote citizenship Develop leadership Communicate effectively Improve physical fitness Provide incentive to live drug- free Strengthen positive self-motivation Provide a historical perspective of the military services Work as a team member Graduate from High School
10/3/ What does JROTC Mean for Your Students? Increased Confidence/Self Esteem Leadership Abilities Decision-making & Problem-solving Skills Courage for Dealing with Peer Pressure Improved Graduation Rate Physical Fitness Communication Skills Cohesion/teamwork JROTC Program Benefits
10/3/ What does it Mean for our High School? Better Student Attendance Greater Propensity to Stay in School/ Graduate Safe, Disciplined Environment Enhanced School Recognition/Community Involvement Increased Student Success After Graduation What does it Mean for our Faculty? Motivates Students to Perform Well in all Classes Compliments Other Classroom Instruction Helps Keep Students in School Reduced Rates of Indiscipline Provides Professional Staff Members Experienced in Mentoring and Counseling JROTC Program Benefits
10/3/ Seven Units of Instruction Citizenship in Action Leadership Theory and Application Foundations for Success Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid Geography, Map Skills, and Environmental Awareness Citizenship in History and Government Cadet Safety and Civilian Marksmanship Program (Optional) Interactive/Multi-media/Developed in conjunction with the latest research on student learning Curriculum Materials
10/3/ Replica M1 Garand Class A uniform Daisy M853C.177 cal. (pneumatic) air rifle Curriculum Materials / Uniform
10/3/ JROTC Enrollment LET I LET II LET III LET IV LET – Leadership Education and Training Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen
10/3/ JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) (Summer Camp) Marksmanship Drill Competition Color Guard Orienteering Raider Challenge JROTC Co-Curricular Activities
10/3/ OBJECTIVES Build citizenship Develop Leadership skills Build self-esteem Have fun FOCUS ON: Adventure training Leadership development NOT war-fighting skills JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge
10/3/ Core Rappelling Leadership Reaction Course (LRC) Map Reading and Land Navigation Water Survival Math and Science (JCLC or On-Campus) Awards/Graduation Ceremonies Integrated Physical Fitness Leadership Drill and Ceremonies Personal Hygiene and Field Sanitation Additional Marksmanship and Rifle Safety (pellet rifles) Water Rafting Static Displays Alcohol and Drug Abuse Sessions Organized Activities JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge
10/3/2015 Are You Ready for the Challenge?