What subjects are included in the curriculum?

• CITIZENSHIP -- Instillation of values of good, responsible citizenship.

• NAVAL ORIENTATION -- Basic introduction to the Navy’s customs, courtesies, heritage and traditions.

• NAVAL OPERATIONS/ORGANIZATION -- Familiarization with national naval strategy and daily military operations.

• NAVAL HISTORY -- History of the United States Navy from the colonial period to the present.

• NAVIGATION -- Introduction to piloting and navigation.

• SEAMANSHIP -- Introduction to basic seamanship and ship handling.

• LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS -- Ongoing study of leadership, with opportunities to develop leadership abilities and ethical conduct at all organizational levels.

• AEROGRAPHY – The study of the Weather and the atmosphere.

• NAUTICAL ASTRONOMY -- Study of astronomy and its use in navigation.

• ELECTRONICS -- Introduction to electronics as the basis for communications and weapons systems.

• OCEANOGRAPHY -- Information on the world's ocean systems.

• COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS – Information on life after high school to include planning and preparation for further education or careers in public, private, and non-profit sectors.

• PERSONAL FINANCE – Financial planning to include saving, investing, taxes, and insurance.

• CYBER SECURITY – Information on the digital information space and applicable career choices.

• SPACE EXPLORATION – History and future of space programs to include careers in space programs.

• DRILLS, COMMANDS, AND CEREMONIES -- Close order drill and parade ceremonies.

• PHYSICAL FITNESS -- Activities to promote healthy, active lifestyles.

NJROTC Curriculum Description

NAVAL SCIENCE 1

PURPOSE: To introduce students to the meaning of citizenship, the elements of leadership, and the value of scholarship in attaining life goals; promote an awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle, including physical fitness, a proper diet, and controlling stress; drug awareness; provide the principles of health and first aid, geography and survival skills and an overview of Naval ships and Missions and aircraft and aviation. These elements are pursued at the fundamental level.

COURSE CONTENT: Includes introduction to the NJROTC program; introduction to Leadership, Citizenship and the American Government; introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid to include diet, exercise and drug awareness, introduction to Geography, Orienteering, Survival and Map Reading Skills; Financial Skills and introduction to the U. S. Navy.

NAVAL SCIENCE 2

PURPOSE: To build on the knowledge provided in Naval Science 1; To further develop the traits of citizenship and leadership, and to introduce cadets to the technical areas of naval science and the role of the U. S. Navy in maritime history and the vital importance of the world’s oceans to the continued well-being of the United States.

COURSE CONTENT: Includes ongoing instruction into Leadership; introduction to Maritime History, including the American Revolution, Civil War, the rise of the U. S. to world power status, World Wars 1 and 2, the Cold War Era and the 1990s and Beyond; introduction to Nautical Sciences to include Maritime Geography, Oceanography, Meteorology, Astronomy, and Physical Sciences.

NAVAL SCIENCE 3

PURPOSE: Broaden the understanding of students in the operative principles of military leadership, the concept and significance of teamwork, the intrinsic value of good order and discipline in the accomplishment of objectives, and the importance of sea power and national security. Students gain a more in-depth knowledge of Naval ships and aircraft and an introduction to marine navigation and seamanship.

COURSE CONTENT: Includes instruction in Sea Power and National Security, Naval Operations and Support Functions, Military Law, and International Law and the Sea. Provides introduction to Ship Construction and Damage Control, Shipboard Organization and Watch Standing, Basic Seamanship, Marine Navigation, and Naval Weapons and Aircraft. Ongoing instruction in leadership, citizenship and discipline.

NAVAL SCIENCE 4

PURPOSE: Focused primarily on practical techniques and implementation of learned skills for life after high school. The intent is to assist seniors in understanding and planning for a future based on either further education or potential careers in public, private and non-profit sectors. Classroom activities include seminars, reading assignments, classroom presentations, and practical work to support learned principles. Seniors are mentored/guided in their preparation for life after high school to include college preparation, scholarship applications, and the variety of choices that are available to them in various careers.

COURSE CONTENT: Includes instruction in theoretical and applied aspects of College and Career Readiness, Personal Finance, Leadership and Ethics, Cyber Security, and Space Exploration.

Sounds Pretty Serious--Is there any fun stuff?

NJROTC cadets participate in a number of outside, or extra-curricular, activities throughout the school year and during the summer months. These opportunities are designed to stimulate learning by hands-on experience and to reinforce classroom instruction. Some of these activities include:

• School and local activities such as parades, community service projects and events, academic, athletic, drill, marksmanship, drone, robotics, sea-perch (underwater robotics), rocketry, archery and orienteering (land navigation) events and competitions at local, regional and national levels.

• Leadership training of about 1 week during the spring and summer months to include Basic Leadership Training, Leadership Academy, Sailing Academy and other Orientation Training visits.

• Orientation visits (3 to 5 days) to various naval and military bases.

• Cruises aboard U.S. naval vessels (1 day to 2 weeks) normally conducted during the summer months.