JROTC stands for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps and is a program designed to develop leadership, character, and responsibility in students while motivating them to be better citizens. This program prepares students for leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as Americans. JROTC also promotes graduation from high school and provides instructional opportunities that benefit the student and the community.
JROTC is NOT a recruitment program and there is no military obligation. However, this class does show Cadets future career opportunities in the military and introduces them to military history and customs.
Throughout the year, Cadets have the opportunity to participate in events in the community. These can include competitions, parades, a Service Learning Project, a military ball, and an annual brigade review.
Every JROTC unit has a form of cadet staff that assists in running the battalion. Each staff job is similar to the ones the U.S. Army and Air Force provide officers. Staff officers earn their position over the years they have been in JROTC by displaying excellent leadership and responsibility.
JROTC Teams:
Check each school's battalion page to learn which specific teams they offer. To learn more about each team, use the tabs above.
Academic Team (JLAB)
Archery
Color Guard
Cyber Patriot Team
Drill Team
(includes Honor Guard and Unarmed Exhibition)
Raider Team
Rifle Team
Cadets who are interested may join these teams to improve their skills in drill, marksmanship, land navigation, and physical fitness.
Army JROTC I
Leadership Theory and Application
Foundations for Success
Communication and Study Skills
Citizenship
Military Customs and Courtesies
Physical Training (PT)
Drill
Map Reading
History and Objectives of JROTC
Army JROTC II
Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid
Drug Awareness
Ethical Values
Oral and Written Communication
Technology Application
Citizenship in American History and Government
Demonstrate knowledge of drill, map reading, and physical training, with emphasis on methods of instruction and leadership. Prerequisite: JROTC I.
Army JROTC III (Standard & Honors)
Leadership Strategies
Managing Conflict
Career Planning
Financial Planning
Citizenship in American History and Government
Also includes continued practical work in leadership, drill, technology awareness, methods of instruction, map reading and physical training. Prerequisite: JROTC II.
Army JROTC IV (Standard & Honors)
Demonstrate Leadership Potential and Develop Management Skills
Service to the Nation
Financial Planning
Also includes continued practical work in drill, technology awareness, physical training and command and staff principles. Prerequisite: JROTC III.
Army JROTC V (Standard & Honors)
Assist the JROTC instructors in the LET level class assigned. This includes helping with drill, physical training, and inspections, with a requirement to teach a minimum of one class for each subject taught for the assigned class. Emphasis is placed on proper teaching methods and preparation of lesson plans.
Normally assumes the leadership positions and the responsibilities of command functions with continued practical work in drill, and technology awareness.
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Aerospace Science I
Study the historical development of flight and the role of military aviation in history. Study military heritage, organization, traditions, self-control, citizenship, wellness, health, fitness, drill and proper wear of the Air Force uniform. Haircuts for males and proper hair styles for female Cadets are mandatory, as is the proper wear of the Air Force uniform one day per week (Wednesdays or designated days/nights).
Aerospace Science II
Study the principles of aircraft flight, aerodynamics, aviation weather, navigation and the effects of flight on the human body. Study leadership concepts, individual and group behaviors, communication skills, drill and proper wear and respect for the Air Force uniform. The same information applies to hair and uniform wear. Prerequisite: Aerospace Science I and/or Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) approval. It can be used as an elective science credit for graduation.
Aerospace Science III
Study astronomy and the universe, air navigation and its application to space. Prepare classroom presentations and write papers on various aspects of the Air Force and/or space. Study management leadership concepts and ethics for the Cadet Corps and life. Continue study of communication skills, drill and proper wear and respect for the Air Force uniform. The same information applies to hair and uniform wear. Prerequisite: Aerospace Science II and/or SASI approval.
Aerospace Science IV
Demonstrate leadership potential as a role model, coaches and counselors, plus assist instructor while managing the Corp of Cadets in leadership positions. Final study of communication skills, drill and proper wear and respect for the Air Force uniform. Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community. Prerequisite: Aerospace Science III and/or SASI approval.
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