JROTC

Myths Debunked

JROTC does not . . .

  • require any military service obligation
  • recruit for the Armed Forces
  • conduct combat skills training
  • direct you towards a military career
  • have physical punishments
  • provide a large homework load
  • have intense, mandatory physical training

The uniform is worn once a week, and is loaned free of cost to students.

Overview

The purpose of this program is to promote leadership, citizenship and character among today's youth, and when you enroll in Air Force Junior ROTC, you satisfy your PE requirement. Students learn to lead by using positive influence gained by being an outstanding, firm, and supportive example.

Students earn grades in academic and performance components. The performance component includes weekly uniform and appearance standards; daily behavior; drill and ceremonies; wellness; community service; social activities; and fundraising for community service and field trips. Academic emphasis is also placed on aerospace science technology and related careers.

Classes

AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC-I - This is a history course designed to acquaint the student with the historical development of flight and the role of the military in history. Additionally, the role of the military throughout the history of the U.S. is identified. Leadership studies will teach cadets proper wear of the uniform, Air Force customs and courtesies, and basic drill.

AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC-II - This is a science course designed to acquaint the student with the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and principles of navigation. Starting from developing an understanding of the environment, how that environment affects flight is introduced. Next, students learn basic navigation including map reading, course plotting, and the effects of wind.

AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC-III - This course examines our Earth, the moon and the planets, the latest advances in technology, and continuing challenges of space and manned space flight. Issues critical to travel in the upper atmosphere such as orbits and trajectories, unmanned satellites, space probes, guidance and control systems are explained. Leadership hours cover the college application process, educational choices, choosing a career, job application and interview skills, and managing finances.

AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC-IV - This class provides hands-on experience which affords the cadets the opportunity to put the theories of previous leadership courses into practice. All the planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, controlling, and decision-making will be done by the cadets. They practice their communication, decision-making, personal interaction, managerial, and organizational skills.