Info for Parents

If you are interested in being a parent volunteer or chaperone please follow this link to register as a CMS volunteer:  Link to Registration

Join the Booster Club:  Facebook: Providence High School NJROTC Booster Club 

Fundraising:  Harris Teeter VIC Card Linking number: 6399

GENERAL INFORMATION

      The First Sergeant and I firmly believe our program offers fun and adventure, while providing an interesting avenue for your students to realize their true potential.  NJROTC provides an excellent means to develop self-discipline, exercise leadership skills, and build pride in country and community.  Upperclass cadets are given opportunities to assume positions of increasing responsibility in the administration and command of the unit.  First year students are encouraged to participate in unit activities in order to prepare themselves for leadership roles.  We and the cadet staff are prepared to help any of our students in any aspect of the program, whether academic, military, or physical readiness. 

       JROTC is an elective.  Students should not be enrolled in JROTC unless they request it. Making that request is a commitment to abide by Navy JROTC standards of conduct and comply with Navy uniform and grooming requirements. Students unwilling to make that commitment will not enjoy the class and they will fail the course.  Uniforms must be worn, generally once per week, and all cadets are required to comply with US Navy grooming regulations.  A complete NJROTC uniform is issued to each cadet at no cost and must be returned upon disenrollment. 

          In the Providence NJROTC program, our goal is to help all cadets prepare for success after graduation.  JROTC is not a military recruiting program; only a small percentage of cadets will enter the military after graduation.  Because NJROTC provides an opportunity for positions of leadership and responsibility, community service, and athletics, it can provide a significant boost to any student’s resume.  Our graduates are currently serving with honor in the armed forces but they are also in completing undergraduate and post-graduate studies at universities, working in a wide variety of professions, and raising families.  

        JROTC is a leadership program; it is NOT a “boot camp”. Students who are a discipline problem in a regular classroom will likely fail when placed in a class that makes more stringent demands regarding behavior and appearance.  The Navy JROTC academic syllabus includes Navy orientation, history, geography, government, law, college and financial education, ethics and leadership.  Essays and class presentations are required, as is participation in physical fitness training. 

       JROTC extracurricular activities include sports and academic teams, a drill team and rifle team, military ball, community service events, and field trips to military installations throughout the southeast United States.  All extracurricular activities are voluntary and a privilege that must be earned through appropriate conduct and satisfactory school work.  There is a fee charged for field trips and the military ball.  Participation is encouraged but not required by the class; however, it is mandatory for promotion within the cadet rank structure.  All cadets are encouraged to also participate in non-NJROTC extra-curricular activities, such as varsity sports, clubs, and the arts. 

        Students transferring from other programs retain their ribbons and other awards but must complete the Providence NJROTC Professional Advancement Requirements to regain any previously held rank.

       UNIFORM AND GROOMING GUIDELINES

(The grooming standards below apply whenever in uniform and also whenever participating in unit extracurricular activities.)

-Men's Hair: Above the ears and around the neck must be tapered, not longer than ¾". Plaited or braided hair is not authorized.

-Men's Facial Hair: Sideburns shall not extend below a point level with the middle of the ear. Mustaches shall not extend below the upper lip line. No other facial hair is permitted.

-Women's hair: Must be clean, neatly shaped, and present a well-groomed appearance. Braids must not dangle free. Hair must be cut or pulled up so as not to extend below the horizontal line level with the lower edge of the back of the collar.

-Jewelry:

     Earrings: Not authorized for men. Women may wear one small gold or silver ball post in each earlobe.

     Necklaces: Authorized but shall not be visible.

     Rings: One per hand

     Wristwatch/Bracelet: One of each is authorized, but no ankle bracelets.

-  Hair ornaments: Not authorized for men. For women: Barrettes must be similar to hair color. Conspicuous rubber bands, combs, and pins are not authorized.

-  T-Shirts: Required for men, either crew neck or V neck. Optional for women.

-  Socks: Shall be black plain knit or rib knit socks for men and women wearing pants. When wearing a skirt, hosiery shall be made of nylon and similar in color to the

tone of your skin.

-  Civilian clothing shall not be worn with the uniform (other than in extreme cold weather when a civilian coat may be worn to and from school, but not at school).

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.