JROTC Course Descriptions

ROTC I

This course is designed to develop leadership potential in students. A military format is used to provide the students the learning experience of working individually and in teams toward common goals. This is done through both classroom and outdoor activities, which provide for academic study and practical application. The course also emphasizes developing teamwork and personal motivation to become a better student and a better citizen. The course is student oriented and driven and includes leadership, unit drill, citizenship, oral speaking skills, physical fitness, organization of Department of Defense, and community service. Other topics covered include problem solving, study skills, goal setting, and adventure training activities. These activities are designed to enhance the student’s overall performance, self-confidence and ability to work closely with others. JROTC extracurricular activities, Rifle Team, Color Guard, Drill Team, Raider Team and Honor Guard are open to all students to support the instructional goals of the course. Various field trips will be offered for students during the semester.                                                                  

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard

ROTC 2

A military format is used to provide students the learning experience of working individually and in teams toward common goals. This is done through both classroom and outdoor activities, which provide for academic study and practical application. The course also emphasizes developing teamwork and personal motivation to become a better student and a better citizen. Instruction is student oriented and driven and includes leadership, unit drill, citizenship, personal growth skills, physical fitness, health and drug awareness, geography, map reading and community service. Other topics covered include problem solving, conflict resolution, goal setting, and adventure training activities. These activities are designed to enhance the student’s overall performance, self-confidence and ability to work closely with others. JROTC extracurricular activities, Rifle Team, Color Guard, Drill Team, Raider Team and Honor Guard are open to all students to support the instructional goals of the course. Various field trips will be offered for students during the semester.                                                                     

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard       PREREQUISITE: ROTC 1

ROTC 3

This course is designed to build on the student’s prior experiences in Leadership Education Training with the purpose of developing the student’s leadership skills and potential through study and practical application of the following topics: first aid, wellness topics, government and the Constitution, the justice system, both military and civilian. Students get to assume roles with responsibility to train the members of their unit or team. They will be given the opportunity to make decisions and influence the outcome of student-led activities. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork and developing motivational skills as well as instructional skills and creative thinking skills. 

COURSE NOTE: Honors Level Course available with recommendation from ROTC instructor.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard PREREQUISITE: ROTC 2

ROTC 4

This course is designed to build on the student’s prior experiences in Leadership Education Training with the purpose of developing the student’s leadership skills and potential through the study and practical exercise of the following topics: presentation of instruction, wellness topics, government and the Constitution, the justice system, both military and civilian. Students get to assume leadership roles with the responsibility to train the members of their unit or team. They will be given the opportunity to make decisions and influence the outcome of student-led activities. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork and developing motivational skills as well as instructional skills and creative thinking skills. 

COURSE NOTE: Honors Level Course available with recommendation from ROTC instructor.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard PREREQUISITE: ROTC 3 or ROTC 3 Honors

ROTC 5

This course emphasizes the practice of leadership in the classroom and during outdoor activities and drill. Students will be responsible for presentation of instruction and assisting the staff in the classroom as well as during other activities. They will have opportunities to lead larger groups of cadets in training and activities and will be responsible to provide guidance, motivation and supervision for their assigned units. Students will study concepts and challenges of leadership and motivation, negotiating and performance measurement, diversity, problem solving, written and oral communication skills, conflict resolution and violence prevention. They will begin career planning for jobs and higher-level education after high school. They will also participate in outdoor activities such as orienteering, physical fitness, and adventure training as instructors and leaders.

COURSE NOTE: Honors Level Course available with recommendation from ROTC instructor.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard PREREQUISITE: ROTC 4 or ROTC 4 Honors

ROTC 6

Students will be assigned to units and duty positions based on experience and potential in order to develop individually and as a team. Students will assist In presenting instruction in the classroom and outdoors. They will study leadership, staff action and planning career exploration, college preparation, goal setting and making choices, financial planning, budgeting, leadership, ethics and citizenship. They will also participate in outdoor activities such as orienteering, physical fitness, and adventure training as instructors and leaders.

COURSE NOTE: Honors Level Course available with recommendation from ROTC instructor.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard PREREQUISITE: ROTC 5 or ROTC 5 Honors

ROTC 7

This course is designed to build on the student’s prior learning and to provide opportunities to lead and take charge. Emphasis is on developing and using instructional skills and communication and planning skills for the student battalion. Students will study the armed forces, leadership styles, management skills, financial planning, and methods of instruction. Students will work on the battalion staff or in command positions and will have the responsibility to plan, coordinate and conduct large scale cadet activities and projects. They will participate in all cadet activities as leaders and participants.  

COURSE NOTE: Honors Level Course available with recommendation from ROTC instructor.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard PREREQUISITE: ROTC 6 or ROTC 6 Honors

ROTC 8

Emphasis in this course is on the continued development of instructional skills and communication and planning skills for the student battalion. Students will study the armed forces, leadership styles and management skills, financial planning, and methods of instruction. They will routinely be responsible to present instruction to lower level cadets. Students will work on the battalion staff or in command positions and will have the responsibility to plan, coordinate and conduct large-scale cadet activities and projects. They will participate in all cadet activities as leaders. 

COURSE NOTE: Honors Level Course available with recommendation from ROTC instructor.

CREDIT: 1 TYPE: Standard PREREQUISITE: ROTC 7 or ROTC 7 Honors