ROTC

ROTC is a cooperative program with Long Branch Air Force ROTC. Students can apply to be part of the ROTC program. Students are bused either on a Blue or White day to Long Branch High School for their first block class. Please see the description below from the Long Branch Program of Studies.

AFJROTC (Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps)

The Aerospace Science (AS) curriculum consists of four levels. The course levels are identifies as ROTC1, ROTC2, ROTC3, and ROTC4. The following description follows the AFJROTC four year course sequence, courses are rotated offering a different course each year. Students may enter the program at any grade level. Students are not required to enter or serve in the US armed forces by participating in AFJROTC. However students that complete two years of the ROTC program at a satisfactory level and enter the armed forces will receive one rank promotion upon completing basic training. Students that complete three years of the AFJROTC program at a satisfactory level will receive two rank promotions upon completing basic training. Students will also be enrolled concurrently in Leadership and Wellness training each year. LEADERSHIP- Leadership is defined by the Air Force as the art of influencing and directing people in a way that will win their confidence, respect, and loyal cooperation in achieving a common objective.

WELLNESS TRAINING- Wellness is a term used to include fitness training as well as health subjects like nutrition, hydration, sleep benefits, and proper exercises. Twenty-percent of the curriculum is devoted to wellness activities and studies. The Air Force calls this program Extreme Excellence Challenge (E2C).

ROTC1

5.0 Credits CCS

Prerequisite: Wellness permission slip signed by parent

The first level of the AFJROTC instructional program is an introductory course for those entering AFJROTC. Academic material focuses on the development of airpower throughout military history. Cadets will understand the organization of the Department of Defense. Each student receives extensive instruction in Air Force tradition, drill and ceremonies, military customs and courtesies, and leadership principles and techniques. Citizenship principles are reinforced through community service projects. The concepts of good “followership” are fostered as a foundation for leadership.

Students will be required to abide by the dress and grooming standards as mandated by the cadet handbook/ROTC regulations

ROTC2

5.0 Credits CCS

Prerequisite: Wellness permission slip signed by parent

The second year of Aerospace Science is general study of aeronautics and components of aerospace power. Academic material covers basic Air Force information and more advanced leadership principles. These principles are practiced through leadership positions within the Cadet Group. Students become instructors in drill and ceremonies and freshman cadet leadership training. Others may assume staff and leadership positions as required within the cadet organizational structure. Organizational planning, time management, and acceptance of responsibility are stressed as cadets assume leadership positions.

Students will be required to abide by the dress and grooming standards as mandated by the cadet handbook/ROTC regulations

ROTC3

5.0 Credits CCS

Prerequisite: Wellness permission slip signed by parent

The third level explores aerospace issues and the role of military forces in a contemporary world. The scientific aspects of aerospace, with a focus on space or astronomy, are examined. Special attention is given to leadership education such as communicative skills, problem solving, and resource management. Third cadets assume management and leadership positions in the cadet corps, and their performance is graded. Cadet leaders maintain a management notebook.

Students will be required to abide by the dress and grooming standards as mandated by the cadet handbook/ROTC regulations

ROTC4

5.0 Credits CCS

Prerequisite: Wellness permission slip signed by parent

Selected upper class cadets are enrolled in AS-400: Management of the Cadet Corps. The fourth year emphasizes career opportunities in civilian life and the military. A comprehensive organization and management project is part of this course. Leadership education covers the principles of job search, the interview process, and job survival skills. Cadets learn how to seek funding for college. Special emphasis is placed on cadet corps management.

Students will require to abide by the dress and grooming standards as mandated by the cadet handbook/ROTC regulations