Pathway Description

Army JROTC is a four-year sequence of courses in the Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) high school program. This pathway's design focuses on the development of better citizens by building skills in leadership, personal growth and behaviors, citizenship, decision making, health and fitness, first aid, team building, service learning, and geography; all within a student-centered learning environment. It prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. The program is a stimulus for promoting college and career readiness and it provides instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the student, community, and nation.

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Pathway Course Progression

Course Descriptions

Army JROTC LET 1

This is the first course in a four-course sequence that provides instruction on wear of the military uniform, military customs and courtesies, the National Anthem, the American flag, and the purpose of JROTC.

Army JROTC LET 2

This is the second course in a four-course sequence that focuses on the principles of leadership and marching also known as Drill and Ceremonies.

Army JROTC LET 3

This is the third course in a four-course sequence that develops study skills, communication skills, and conflict resolution.

Army JROTC LET 4

This is the fourth course in a four-course sequence that will discuss diet, exercise, and drug awareness and introduces cadets to first aid.