• Introductions• JROTC Mission Statement• Expectations• Grading System• Classroom Rules• Uniforms and Haircuts• SASI Items of Interest• Upcoming JROTC Activities• Squadron Organization

OVERVIEW

JROTC INSTRUCTORS

Lt Col Rich Runchey

Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI)

Address as “Colonel Runchey” or “Sir”

Master Sergeant Mike Thiergart

Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI)

Address as “Sergeant Thiergart” or “Sergeant T”

JROTC Mission

Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and

community

Expectations

1. You are a student first• Attend all classes• Be on time• Get all your homework done on time• Be prepared for quizzes, tests, and exams

2. Know and follow school and classroom rules

3. As a JROTC cadet, get involved and complete your community service

4. Become a responsible member of the team

Tips for Success

1. Understand why high school is important for you• Develop self-confidence• Enhance self-discipline• Improve problem-solving skills

2. Set goals (short- and long-term)• Earn your achievements

3. Communicate and be willing to listen

4. Build personal relationships -- family, friends, and cadets

5. Take care of your health

1. Good diet, regular exercise, good sleep habits

Grading System

• Weighted System• Aviation Science (Lt Col R) 20 %• Leadership Education (MSgt T) 20 %• Uniform Inspection 20 %• Community Service 20 %• Fitness and Wellness 20 %

• Extra Credit (max of 10% per quarter)• Earn extra community Service hours• Wear the uniform more than the minimum• Other opportunities as announced

JROTC Classroom Rules

• Be at your assigned seat when the bell rings• Come prepared each day for class—bring your binder,

homework, pencils, fitness gear, etc• Raise your hand before speaking or standing• Respect your teachers and classmates always• No food, drink, gum, cell phones, etc in classroom

Penalties for violating these rules:

• 1st violation in the quarter results in a warning• 2nd, 3rd, 4th violation may result in disciplinary action including

after school detention, reduction in JROTC grade, etc

SASI Special Interest Items

• Cellphones -- Keep in locker during school hours• BYOT

• Only for classroom-related work• Facebook, email, games etc are strictly prohibited• You cannot use a G3 or G4-capable device to bypass

the school filters (e.g., some IPads)• No gum, food, drinks in classroom or academic wings

If you choose to violate these rules:

You will be disciplined

You will not receive a warning

Uniforms and Haircuts

– 1st required uniform day: 3 Sep 2014

– Freshmen: • Haircuts and uniform wear is optional

during the first year• MSgt Thiergart will discuss in more detail

Upcoming Calendar

Go to MSgt Thiergart's teacher website located on the SHS webpage

SquadronCommander

Lt Col Harover

Special Advisor

Vacant

Operations Commander

Maj Ervin

FlightCommander

Bravo

FlightCommander

Charlie

FlightCommander

Delta

FlightCommander

Echo

FlightCommander

FoxtrotLt Col Harover

Drill Team Commander

Capt Thompson

Mission Support CommanderMaj Morrow

FlightCommander

Alpha

Squadron Vice Commander

Major Walker

CommunityService

CommanderCapt Richardson

Rocketry ClubCommander1Lt Richards

Drill Team Vice-Commander

1Lt Raddin

CommunityService

Vice-Commander2Lt Deem

Rocketry ClubVice-Commander

2Lt Berry

Kitty HawkCommanderCapt Deitz

Public Affairs Commander1Lt Wright

OrienteeringCommander1Lt Brewer

OH-081 CADET ORGANIZATION

PT Officer2Lt