Grade Level: 9-12

Prerequisite: None

Length: Year

This course meets UC/CSU (G) and District graduation requirements for Elective Credit. This is the foundation course for the MCJROTC program. It includes program orientation and the initial classroom instruction and practical application. The course lays the foundations for the follow on Leadership Education courses by teaching the basics of leadership, citizenship, personal growth and responsibility, career exploration, and general military subjects. Emphasis in the first semester is on introduction to leadership and citizenship. Minimum performance requirements for the course are based on successful completion of competencies according to the National Marine Corps JROTC curriculum. Successful completion of at least three units of credit in the Marine Corps JROTC program qualify the student for advanced placement in a college ROTC program or accelerated promotion in the military services.