About MCJROTC

What MCJROTC is not:

• The program is not intended to be a tool for recruitment into the military.

• The program is not intended to be a "BOOT CAMP PREP" program.

• The program is not intended to be a disciplinary corrections avenue for parents or school faculty.

Benefits of MCJROTC:

• Approximately 70 percent of the MCJROTC cadets graduating seniors continue to higher education.

• MCJROTC provides the opportunity for secondary school students to learn the basic elements and need for national security and their personal obligations as Americans.

• The program enhances the image of the military in the eyes of the community by providing a chance for success to the nation's youth.

• While the training is along military lines, it is conducted so as to encourage initiative and individuality to develop natural gifts, to teach self-control, develop personal character, responsibility and qualities of integrity, loyalty, and dedication.

• Cadets derive self-esteem from belonging to MCJROTC.

• MCJROTC cadets are better behaved, have higher attendance, are role models for the avoidance of substance abuse, have higher self-esteem, develop positive life skills, graduate at a higher rate, and are an excellent source of service accessions.

• The values, principles, and self-discipline taught in MCJROTC promotes positive, productive behaviors.

• The MCJROTC program is motivational in encouraging cadets to graduate from high school.

• Cadets accepted for military enlistment, who provide evidence of successful completion of 3 years of a MCJROTC program are entitled to be enlisted in pay grade E-2.

• Senior Marine Instructor is authorized to nominate a maximum of three eligible cadets each year to compete for U.S. Naval Academy appointments.

• Health and Physical Fitness: The JROTC program will provide military fitness training and challenging exercise that improves the cadets overall physical and mental fitness. According to the Pentagon “approximately 71% of the 34 million 17-24 year olds in the U.S. would not qualify for military service because of reasons related to health and physical appearance.”

• Strong Character/Personal Development/Civic Responsibility: The program produces successful studentswho are able to utilize concepts of the program and apply those for academic success while simultaneously becoming responsible productive young adults and fostering in each school a more constructive and disciplined learning environment.

• Unique and Challenging Classes: There are many classes and activities that are not normally available to High School students; Military Customs and Courtesies, Military History, Orienteering, First Aid, Close Order Drill, Color Guard, Physical Training and Marksmanship Training,

• College Opportunities and Admissions: The majority of former JROTC students advance to college applying the leadership and organizational skills learned and developed while in the JROTC program. Participation in the JROTC program is generally viewed favorably on the majority of college admissions review boards. JROTC demonstrates the ability to progress through a challenging program.

• Scholarships: Participation in the JROTC program is generally viewed favorably on the majority of scholarship applications. MCJROTC demonstrates the ability to progress through a challenging program.

• Military ROTC Scholarships: Participation in JROTC is viewed favorably for military ROTC scholarships. Such scholarship opportunities include; ROTC 4 year college military scholarships and stipends valued at up to $180,000 in exchange for future military service.

• Platoon Leaders Class (PLC): Although not a regular college scholarship program, cadets who enter the Marine Corps PLC Program may qualify for a monthly stipend to offset many of the costs of attending college. Completion of JROTC is viewed favorably for acceptance into the PLC program.

MCJROTC Curriculum:

• CITIZENSHIP -- Provides all aspects of citizenship to include patriotism, citizenship requirements, civic responsibilities, and national defense.

• LEADERSHIP -- An ongoing study of the principles and practical application of leadership with emphasis on providing opportunities for students to exercise and develop their own leadership abilities.

• PERSONAL GROWTH AND RESPONSIBILITY -- Provides information and requires cadet involvement in physical fitness, health, hygiene, nutrition, social skills, written and oral communication and personal finance.

• PUBLIC SERVICE AND CAREER EXPLORATION -- Provides information on career preparation and opportunities for public service.

• GENERAL MILITARY SUBJECTS -- Explains all aspects of MCJROTC administration, drill and ceremonies, uniforms, clothing and equipment, customs, courtesies and traditions of the Marine Corps, ranks structure, chain of command, military history, marksmanship, first aid, guard duty, land navigation, and the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

Naval Honor School:

Mt. Juliet High School MCJROTC has been a Naval Honor School for the past 13 years. We are very proud of the cadet’s hard work and dedication.

The selection is based on several criteria, including the number of cadets active in school activities and clubs, the number of community service hours for the unit as a whole and per cadet, the number of organizations assisted by the unit, and scholastic achievements including the number of academic awards and scholarships given to cadets. The units are also measured by participation in public affairs events, drill team competitions, rifle team competitions, physical fitness team competitions, and field trips.

Because of this prestigious status, the MJHS unit will have the opportunity to send nominations to the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, and the Military Academy at West Point.

The award also provides students who have a desire to join a service academy the significant advantage of earning recommendation letters from their JROTC instructors who, under this award designation, carry just as much weight as a letter from a U.S. Representative or Senator.