WILSON JROTC

The Bulldog Battalion

¨To motivate young people to be better citizens!¨

JROTC is an educational class to take to help improve leadership skills, management skills, logical thinking, communication, physical and mental health, military history, and learning about the importance of high school graduation and the importance of college and other advanced educational and employment opportunities. 


JROTC Program Goal:  Create a relevant program which prepares Cadets develop leadership skills while creating career goals, empowering them to make ethical decisions, become personal accountable for their decisions and to become the future leaders in their chosen profession.

There are four different classes to take based on the cadet´s current grade. They include:

JROTC LET Level 1: 

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 1

Length: 1 Year

Grade Level: 9-12

The first year of Leadership, Education and Training(LET) course provides an introduction into the Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC). The program’s mission is to motivate young people to be better citizens. Activities to develop leadership and management skills are stressed. This course uses military skills to teach self-discipline, confidence, and pride in communication skills, promotes and encourages citizenship through participation in community service projects, and develops leadership potential. Students are required to wear uniforms once a week.

JROTC LET Level 2:

Prerequisite: JROTC I

Credits: 1

Length: 1 Year

Grade Level: 10-12

The second year of the Leadership, Education and Training (LET) course builds on what was learned during JROTC I, with an emphasis placed on the further development of leadership ability, oral communications, drill and ceremonies, first aid skills, and map reading. Students are placed in leadership positions and are expected to demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with others. Course content prepares students to succeed both in school and after graduation. Students are required to wear uniforms once a week.


JROTC LET Level 3:

Prerequisite: JROTC I & II

Credits: 1

Length: 1 Year

Grade Level: 11-12

The third year of the Leadership, Education, and Training(LET) course places more emphasis on leadership within the JROTC cadet battalion. By taking on added responsibility, students gain more leadership skills to help them succeed during and after high school. The duties and responsibilities of a leader are applied to the areas of drill and ceremonies and American citizenship. Career opportunities include ROTC scholarships and military academy programs. Students are required to wear uniforms once a week.


JROTC LET Level 4:

Prerequisite: JROTC I, II, & III

Credits: 1

Length: 1 Year

Grade Level: 12

The final year of the Leadership, Education, and Training (LET) course places primary emphasis on the practical application of the student’s leadership duties and responsibilities with the cadet battalion. Students receive practical experiences in problem-solving, group management, and challenges in leadership. Students apply the principles of the planning process, decision-making/problem-solving process, and supervisory techniques in fulfilling course requirements. The importance of American history through the 20th Century is covered. The course uses group dynamics to plan and conduct inspections and ceremonies. Continued emphasis is placed on community service projects. Students are required to wear uniforms once a week.


Additional courses that cadets can take are as follows:

First Aid

Ethical Dilemma

Bullying and Cyberbullying

Deliver A Speech

Personal Health Habits

Personal Skills Map



MAJor Gerald New

MAJ (R) New is currently the Senior Army Instructor at Wilson (West Lawn) High School Army JROTC. He retired from Active Duty, 1 September 2014 after completing over 20 years of Active Duty and Army Reserve Service.  He first enlisted in 1990 to serve in 1/314th IN U.S. Army Reserve, Harrisburg, PA as an 11HE9, Anti-Armor Infantryman.  In October 1991, MAJ(R) New transferred into the Active Army and reported to D Co, 1/187th IN (Rakkasans), 3rd Brigade, 101st ABN (Air Assault) Ft. Campbell, KY as an 11H.  In 1994, MAJ(R) New received a U.S. Army Green to Gold Scholarship to attend Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN.  After completing his college education in 1997, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Armor Branch.  After Armor Officer Basic Course, He was assigned to B Troop 1st Squadron, 3d Armored Cavalry Regiment (Brave Rifles) Ft. Carson, CO where he served as a Tank platoon leader, Scout platoon leader, Troop Executive Officer. and assistant S3 chief of operations.  After promotion to Captain, he attended the Armor Officer Captains Career Course.  After completing the career course, he served as the Assistant S3 Chief of Operations, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, Camp Hovey, Republic of Korea.  After a year in Korea, Major(R) New was assigned to 1-14 Cavalry, 3/2 Stryker Infantry Brigade, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA.  While a member of 1-14 CAV, he was the assistant S3, Chief of Operations, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA.  He served as A Troop Commander 1/16 Cavalry Squadron, Ft Knox, KY; Chief of Armor and Cavalry Tactics, Armor Officer Basic Course, 2/16 Cavalry Regiment, Fort Knox, KY;, Advisor to 1st Brigade, Saudi Arabia National Guard, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and G3, 4/2 Stryker Infantry Brigade, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA; Battalion S3, 4-9 Infantry (Manchu), Operations and Plans officer, Chief of Training, 7th Infantry Division, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. He completed two combat tours to Iraq while stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003-2004 and 2010.  His military and civilian education include: Military: Army Infantry Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Moore, GA, Air Assault School, Armor Officer Basic and Career Courses, Scout Platoon Leaders Course (renamed to Army Reconnaissance Course), Master Resilience Course, Command and General Staff College, Fort Knox Instructor Certification Course and M1A2 Tank Commander/Transition Course.Civilian: Bachelor of Science in History from Austin Peay State University, 1997; Master’s of Education in Adult and Continuing Education from Kansas State University, 2009 and Master’s of Science in Sports Leadership from Duquesne University, in August 2015.His Awards and Decorations: Meritorious Service Medal, Army Accommodation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, Army Service Award, National Defense Award (2), Global War on Terrorism Award,  Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Award, Iraqi Campaign Medal (4 stars), Overseas Service Medal (4), Korean Defense Ribbon and Draper Leadership Award for Best Troop/Company sized unit on Fort Knox (2005-2006)


Sergeant Ommannan Gonzalez

SFC (R) González, is a native of Habana, Cuba. His family immigrated to the Bronx, New York where he graduated from Hostos-Lincoln Academy of Science and enlisted into the Army at Tampa, Florida, Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).


          SFC (R) González enlisted as a Telecommunication Specialist and volunteered to become an Army Airborne Paratrooper. His experience includes working with radio communications, satellite communications and spectrum engineering.

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          SFC (R) González, is married with two children. His past time activities include writing articles for the Boyertown Bulletin, volunteer in scouting, and spending time with his family.

Contact:

Email: gonomm@share.wilsonsd.org

Phone: (610) 670-0180) Ext. #1235