INSTRUCTORS:

Chief Warrant Officer (Retired) Lynn Taylor (LET IV / Military History Instructor) lynn.taylor@fwisd.org

First Sergeant (Retired) Michael Long (LET I / Robotics Instructor) michael.long@fwisd.org

Sergeant First Class (Retired) Isaac McMillan (LET II-III / Cyber Start Instructor), isaac.mcmillan@fwisd.org

INTRODUCTION. Welcome to the Scorpion Battalion AJROTC program!

The goal of South Hills AJROTC is to prepare students for their future—college, workforce, or military. We do this while simultaneously developing each cadet’s leadership potential and character. The AJROTC program combines classroom instruction, physical fitness, and integrated curricular activities focused on attaining an awareness of the rights, responsibilities, and privileges of citizenship; developing the cadet’s sense of personal responsibility; promoting wellness and physical fitness; building life skills; and providing leadership opportunities. Cadets incur ZERO obligation to join the military as a result of their enrollment in JROTC.

The course descriptions are as follows: 

LET I (5949A/B & 5951A/B), (First year cadets) - This is an introductory course to JROTC which focuses on leadership and citizenship development.  Students begin developing an appreciation of teamwork through classroom team building activities, drill and ceremonies and wearing the uniform.

 LET II (5953 A/B), (Second year cadets) - This course focuses on improving leadership ability, communication skills, decision-making skills, and teaches the cadet goal setting through study and practical leadership experience. Students will participate in service learning and community service activities.  The course enhances social and ethical values, and introduces physical conditioning, proper diet and nutrition.

LET III Honors (5958 A/B) (Third year cadets) - This honors course is designed to provide mid-level staff and primary cadet leaders the opportunity for applying advanced leadership and management skills, using proven and creative techniques, while employing multiple intelligences and learning strategies to maximize individual potential.

LET IV Honors (5959 A/B) (Fourth year cadets) - This honors course is designed to provide senior-level and primary cadet leaders the opportunity for applying advanced academic and supervisory leadership and management skills, using proven and creative techniques while employing multiple intelligences and learning strategies.  Cadets will also learn financial management, college preparation, improving oratory skill, advanced conflict resolution, time management, and improving writing skills.

CYBER START - CyberStart was founded by James Lyne, a world leader in cybersecurity education. Built by an expert team of cybersecurity professionals, CyberStart gives you hands-on experience of real-world cybersecurity tasks and simulations that help you learn the skills you need to succeed! The cybersecurity industry is rapidly growing and is projected to have 1.8 million unfilled positions in 2021. The Army JROTC Cyber Pilot program addresses the needs of the nation by preparing interested students for careers in cybersecurity fields. The program provides students opportunities to attain key knowledge, skills, and abilities through innovative activities, competitions, and workplace experiences with cyber mentors.

MATERIALS NEEDED: All reference materials including uniforms items are provided at no expense. All issued items must be returned at the end of the school year or upon withdrawal or transfer from the school. Laptop computers are required and issued by the school.

UNIFORMS: Uniform wear and appearance is 25% of the student grade. Cadets are expected to properly wear the JROTC uniform on the Wednesday they have JROTC. This will require you to wear the uniform every other week. You must also participate in selective formations and inspections as well as other school and academy ceremonies. If they are not present for school, they will wear the uniform the following school day. All cadets will learn the Army dress code standard and will wear the uniform in the proper manner. The uniform is expected to be worn all day and not just to their JROTC class period. Uniform are issued to cadet at no cost; however, the uniform must be dry cleaned when returned.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Cadets are expected to attend class, follow classroom procedures, participate in classroom learning activities, and complete all assignments. In case of absence, it is the cadet’s responsibility to make up assignments missed, according to a timeframe that is approved by the instructor. Cadets in LET levels 2 and above are expected to be positive role models.

ACTIVITIES: Physical Training (PT) is essential for becoming a well-rounded leader. PT is conducted once a week during classroom time. Extra-curricular and competitive activities include Color Guard, Drill Team, Cadet Challenge competitions, Leadership/Academic events, field trip(s), the annual JROTC Ball, and a 5-day Summer Camp (cost is $40). Cadets may earn community service hours in most activities and are urged to participate in at least one activity per semester.

GRADES. Grades are determined by a combination of practical/hands-on performance, written examinations, wearing of the uniform, suiting up for physical training and participation.

(Regular Courses) Lesson Assignments (25%) Lesson Assessments (quizzes/tests) (25%), Leadership Lab (Physical Training/Drill and Ceremonies) Participation, (25%), Proper wear of the uniform (25%),

(Robotics Course) Robotics Curriculum/Assessments (50%); Class Participation (50%)

CLASSROOM PROCEDURES: The rules and regulations of the school will always apply in the classroom setting and at off-campus events. In addition the following rules are applicable:

• 1. Dress code and ID card compliance will be enforced. Cadets are expected to enter the range quietly and stand in formation for accountability prior to when the bell rings.

• 2. The door will be shut when the bell rings, and tardy cadets who are consistently tardy will receive a discipline referral.

• 3. Cadets are expected to arrive in class properly dressed for the day’s activities.

• 4. Cadets are expected to be quiet during all intercom announcements.

• 5. Cadets are expected to render the proper respect and military courtesy to the JROTC staff, school faculty and cadet chain of command.

• 6. Cadets will not eat or drink in the classroom without permission of the instructor.

• 7. Cadets are expected to help keep the classroom neat and tidy.