JROTC

The Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) program is a character building course which seeks to develop an informed citizen with a strong sense of self-reliance, and awareness of citizenship responsibilities in today’s global society.  This is reflected in the AFJROTC mission, to “Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.”  The AFJROTC is designed as a four-year program.  Although participation in the entire program is encouraged, students may take one to four years if desired.

Classes are fun, active and challenging.  Classes meet with the same frequency as other full-credit classes.  Regulation Air Force uniforms are issued free of charge and are worn by most cadets once each week and for appropriate cadet functions.  Appropriate military protocol is followed in the classrooms.  Field trips to various military and aerospace facilities are taken throughout the year to observe military and civil aerospace operations first hand.  Supervised orientation flights aboard military aircraft are offered when available from supporting military bases.  The cadet corps color guard and drill teams compete against other JROTC units throughout the region and perform at school and community events. Cadets may be offered opportunities to attend Summer Leadership Schools and Summer Honors Programs.  Corps activities and class work are designed to build camaraderie among the cadets, and students are given the opportunity to build on their social and leadership skills in a variety of challenging and enjoyable activities. 

Contact Sergeant Bryan Marvel at bryan.marvel@ucps.k12.nc.us.