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• Promote citizenship
• Develop leadership
• Communicate effectively
• Improve physical fitness
• Provide incentive to live drug- free
• Strengthen positive self-motivation
• Provide a historical perspective of the military services
• Work as a team member
• Graduate from High School
JROTC Goals
•National Defense Act of 1916 – established the JROTC program
•Subsequently, Congress authorized the National Defense Cadet Corps (NDCC)
•Vitalization Act of 1964 – authorized retirees as well as active duty instructors - opened program to other services
•1973 – Change to Title 10 authorized female participation
•Today: Largest program within the Army; popular support and congressional endorsement
JROTC History
Seven Units of Instruction
•Citizenship in Action
•Leadership Theory and Application
•Foundations for Success
•Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid
•Geography, Map Skills, and Environmental Awareness
•Citizenship in History and Government
•Cadet Safety and Civilian Marksmanship Program (Optional)
Interactive/Multi-media/Developed in conjunction with the latest research on student learning
Curriculum Materials
Students can earn up to 8 hours of college credit
JROTC Activities/POI• Rappelling
• Leadership Reaction Course
(LRC)
• Map Reading and Land
Navigation
• Water Survival
• Math and Science (Camp or
On-Campus)
• Marksmanship and Rifle Safety
(pellet rifles)
• Water Rafting
• Static Displays
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Sessions
• Organized Activities
• Personal Hygiene and Field
Sanitation
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) / Camp
OBJECTIVES
Build citizenship
Develop Leadership skills
Build self-esteem
Have fun
FOCUS ON:
Adventure training
Leadership development
NOT war-fighting skills
Core
Rappelling
Leadership Reaction Course (LRC)
Map Reading and Land Navigation
Water Survival
Math and Science (JCLC or On-Campus)
Awards/Graduation CeremoniesIntegrated
Physical Fitness
Leadership
Drill and Ceremonies
Personal Hygiene
Additional
Marksmanship and Rifle Safety (pellet rifles)
Water Rafting
Static Displays
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Sessions
Organized Activities
OBJECTIVES
Build citizenship
Develop Leadership skills
Build self-esteem
Have fun
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) / Camp
Activities and POI
What does JROTC Mean for Your Students?
Increased Confidence/Self Esteem
Leadership Abilities
Decision-making & Problem-solving Skills
Courage for Dealing with Peer Pressure
Improved:
Graduation Rate
Physical Fitness
Communication Skills
Cohesion/teamwork
JROTC Program Benefits
What does it Mean for Your High School?
Better Student Attendance
Greater Propensity to Stay in School/ Graduate
Safe, Disciplined Environment
Enhanced School Recognition/Community Involvement
Increased Student Success After Graduation
What does it Mean for Your Faculty?
Motivates Students to Perform Well in all Classes
Compliments Other Classroom Instruction
Helps Keep Students in School
Reduced Rates of Indiscipline
Provides two Professional Staff Members
Experienced in Mentoring and Counseling
JROTC Program Benefits