AFJROTC DET. ca-20133

Our mission at AFJROTC Detatchment CA-20133 is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their community and nation.

Our cirriculum is decided yearly by Cadet Staff and the Instructors, and can consist of any of the following:

Aerospace Science:
AS100 - Milestones in Aviation History
AS220 - Cultural Studies: An Introduction to Global Awareness
AS300 - Exploring Space: The High Frontier
AS410 - Survival: Survive - Return

Leadership Education:
LE100 - Traditions, Wellness, and Foundations of Citizenship
LE200 - Communication, Awareness, and Leadership
LE 300 - Life Skills and Career Opportunities

Along with this, cadets will also learn drill in aspects of Unarmed Drill and Color Guard. Additionally, they will also participate in the unit's Health and Wellness program, which will teach physical education and healthy lifestyles.

We offer multiple activities outside of the basic program that cadets can participate in, including but not limited to:

- Model Rocketry
- Drones & Robotics
- Unarmed & Color Guard Drill Teams

- As we are a leadership and citizenship based and military-esque program, any student looking to join any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, whether commissioning as an officer or enlisting should take advantage of the critical skills that we offer to get a head-start in your career.

- Along with this, if a cadet successfully completes at least 3 years of AFJROTC and decides to enlist into any military branch, they will be automatically promoted to E-3 upon completion of that branches boot camp, therefore increasing the amount of money earned and respect given.

- As the program does not obligate enlistment into the Armed Forces, AFJROTC can be a valuable tool for learning and applying skills that you can use in any career you choose to go into after high school.

- Numerous prizes and scholarships are able to be awarded in this program. If you wish to see further information, contact any of the Instructors using their contact sources at the bottom of the site!

Q: Is there a mandatory after-school training that I would have to attend?
A: After-school training (every Mon. & Wed.) is non-mandatory unless otherwise stated by the Instructors, but can be used to learn new skills, or refine already-learned ones.

Q: Do I have to wear a uniform?
A: Yes, you will have to wear either OCPs (sometimes known as "cammies") or your Dress Blues on mandatory uniform days, which are the first Tuesday of every month. If you completely pass this initial inspection, you only have to wear your AFJROTC polo for the remaining Tuesdays of the month. If not, you will wear the designated uniform until you obtain a 100% score. *All uniform items are issued at no cost to the cadet or their family unless lost or damaged, and must be returned in good condition to AFJROTC upon exiting the program!*

Q: How do you progress in the program?
A: The program uses positive reinforcement for positive behaviors. Progression is determined by the cadet, and the cadet only. They must volunteer, be willing to learn, and behave appropriately in order to progress, which can come in the form of promotions, being awarded ribbons, being allowed to participate in extracurricular activities, and much more!

Q: Is physical punishment, like push-ups or standing at attention for long periods of time used in AFJROTC?
A: No. We have a strict no-hazing policy, which includes physcial punishment. We are not a rehabilitation program, disciplinary school, or boot camp.

Q: Do I have to cut my hair to join the program?
A: It depends. Boys' and girls' hair must be kept within Air Force grooming standards, found here. Boys' hair must be kept off of the ears and must be neatly groomed. Girls' hair cannot extend below the bottom of the collar, and can be put in a bun, ponytail or braids. Religious or cultural accommodations can be given upon completion of a waiver (Speak with the Instructors to obtain one).

Q: Do I have to serve in the military after I take this class?
A: No. Cadets are not obligated to serve in the military, nor we do we provide names to any recruiters.