CMS JROTC

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Program emphasizes character education, student achievement, wellness, leadership, citizenship, service to the community and diversity. Its focus is reflected in its mission "To motivate young people to be better citizens." It prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while fostering a more constructive and disciplined learning environment. As a result, the attributes of self-discipline, teamwork, self-confidence, responsiveness to constituted authority and patriotism are developed. JROTC Levels I, II, III and IV Honors Curriculums (with appropriate .5 quality points) have been added to all CMS JROTC Programs. Integrated-curricular activities include drill teams, rifle teams, adventure training teams, athletic/orienteering/academic competitions, community parades, summer camps and field trips to Service installations and national historic sites. Each cadet is issued a uniform, earns leadership promotions and has the opportunity to exercise command. The Services furnish uniforms, textbooks, and training materials at no cost to the student. There is no military obligation as a result of participation in JROTC. Last year's CMS JROTC students achieved a 99% on-time graduation rate and received $16 million in scholarships and appointments to Service Academies.