NJROTC

Naval Science (NJROTC)

Apollo, Cortez, Glendale, Greenway, Independence, Moon Valley and Thunderbird

The Naval Science course, under the Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps program (NJROTC), is based on meeting the needs of today’s high school students. While military-oriented, the purpose of the course is to instill in each student the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. The objectives of the class are as follows: promote patriotism; develop informed and responsible citizens; promote habits of orderliness and precision; develop respect for constituted authority; and develop a high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, individual discipline, and leadership. Additionally, the course promotes an understanding of the basic elements and requirements for national security; develops respect for and an understanding of the need for authority in a democratic society; provides incentives to live healthy and drug-free; develops leadership potential; promotes high school completion, and provides information on the military services as a possible career. All enrolled students are encouraged to participate in numerous field trip opportunities available throughout the school year. Naval Science is open to all students, with regular academic credit toward graduation. Although the course is designed as a four-year program of instruction with entry normally at the freshman or sophomore level, adjustments can be made and credit granted for each semester completed. Students taking Naval Science are eligible for participation in the course-related co-curricular activities which may include the drill teams, color guard, air rifle team, orienteering team, academic team, athletic team, community service activities, and Rocket Club. Students who complete a minimum of two years of Naval Science may receive advanced status and increased pay should they decide to enlist in any branch of the Armed Forces or National Guard. Several scholarship opportunities are available to the military service academies and selected Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) colleges and universities. No military service obligation is incurred by taking any Naval Science course. 

Naval Science JROTC 1-2 Grades 9-12 2 Semesters 1 Credit

The student is introduced to the Naval Science program. Subjects include: Introduction to the NJROTC Program, Introduction to Leadership, Citizenship, The Foundations of our Government, Navy Ships and Aircraft, Introduction to Military Customs and Courtesies, Wearing the Naval Uniform, and an Introduction to Military Drill and Ceremonies. 

Naval Science JROTC 3-4 Grades 10-12 2 Semesters 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Naval Science JROTC 1-2 or Senior Instructor recommendation 

The student is exposed to an intermediate level within the Naval Science program. Subjects include: Maritime History, Leadership, Maritime Geography, Oceanography, Meteorology and Weather, Astronomy, Physical Sciences, and advanced Military Drill and Ceremonies. 

Naval Science JROTC 5-6 Grades 11-12 2 Semesters 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Naval Science JROTC 3-4 or Senior Instructor recommendation 

The student is instructed at an advanced level within the Naval Science program. Subjects include: Sea Power and National Security, Naval Operations and Support Functions, Military Law, International Law and the Sea, Ship Construction and Damage Control, Shipboard Organization, Basic Seamanship, Marine Navigation, Rules of the Road and Maneuvering Board, Naval weapons and Aircraft, and supervision of Military Drill and Ceremonies. 

Naval Science JROTC 7-8 Grades 12 2 Semesters 1 Credit

Prerequisite: Naval Science JROTC 5-6 or Senior Instructor recommendation 

The student is placed in a leadership role within the Naval Science program. As senior students, their responsibilities are similar to those of junior officers in the Navy. Subjects include: Human Motivation, Group Dynamics, Leadership Techniques, Responsibilities and Qualities of a Leader, and Achieving Effective Communication. Additionally, students are expected to assist the Naval Science Instructors in the regular conduct of classes; act as drill instructors; plan, organize, and conduct extra-curricular activities; plan, prepare, and present lessons in certain academic areas, as well as evaluate subordinate’s performance and potential, including morale, behavior, and performance of their particular class..