1.0 Introduction to the NJROTC Program

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INTRODUCTION TO THE

NJROTC PROGRAM

WHAT IS NJROTC?

WHAT IS NJROTC?

• Leadership, Citizenship, Patriotism

• Classroom study

• Physical fitness

• Respectful conduct

• Good personal appearance

• Navy's role in U.S. history

More than 500,000 high school

students are enrolled in over 3,000

JROTC programs.

The JROTC program was the brainchild of

Army inspector LT Edgar R. Stevens, who

in 1911 chose to begin teaching high

school students the values and discipline

of a military life in the hope of molding

these students into better citizens.

Congress passed the first laws establishing

Army JROTC programs in selected American

high schools in 1916.

This lack of growth

prompted Congress to

pass the JROTC

Vitalization Act of 1964,

which allowed the other

service branches to offer

JROTC as well. The first

Navy Junior Reserve

Officers Training Corps

(NJROTC) programs

began in 1966.

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NJROTC GEOGRAPHIC AREAS

Today over 620 NJROTC programs are

established in high schools around the world.

Area Thirteen Area Three

Area Four

Area Five

Area Six

Area Seven

Area Twelve

Area Eight

Area Ten

Area Nine Japan 2

HI 4

Guam 2

Spain 1

Italy 2

To this end, the Naval Service Training

Command (NSTC) was established to

manage funding as well as the

personnel and materials the NJROTC

program use.

Schools interested in sponsoring an

NJROTC program submit an application

to NSTC and are selected on a first come,

first served basis.

Local Schools provide:

• Classrooms, storage facilities,

and office space

• Students

• Administrative support

• Equipment

INSTRUCTORS

INSTRUCTORS

• Instructors are retired sea service

personnel.

• Retired officers serve as Senior Naval

Science Instructors (SNSI).

• Naval Science Instructors (NSI) are

retired officers or senior petty officers.

INSTRUCTORS

• Each instructor must be certified to

serve as an instructor by the NSTC.

• Certification is based on past

performance in responsible positions

while serving on active duty.

• Most instructors have extensive

experience in leadership and

management positions.

• Some have experience as teachers

and counselors.

The Navy provides:

• Curriculum (Textbooks)

• Funding

• Uniforms and equipment

• Certification of instructors

• Overall planning and direction

NJROTC

ROCKS!

The Navy supports

the curriculum with

computers, DVD

players, audiovisual

materials, and

instructor teaching

aids.

The Navy supplies:

Air Rifles Drill Rifles

Uniforms Accessories

The Navy helps fund trips to:

Air Bases Shore Bases

Ships Field Meets

The ceremonial escort for the flag

Color Guard

Marksmanship

Skill in shooting at a target

The mission of the JROTC program was

directed by Congress with the enactment

of the National Defense Act of 1916.

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To establish by legal or

authoritative act, specifically:

to make into law

Enactment

MISSION

To instill in students the values of:

• Citizenship

• Service to your country

• Personal responsibility

• A sense of accomplishment

Instill

To introduce by gradual persistent

efforts

GOALS

NSTC has established ten specific goals for

the NJROTC program are as follows:

GOALS

• PROMOTE PATRIOTISM – Instill a love of

country, respect for the flag and pride in

the government and our way of life

• DEVELOP INFORMED AND

RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS -

Make students aware of their

responsibilities, duties, and

rights as citizens.

• PROMOTE HABITS OF ORDERLINESS

AND PRECISION -

Teach military decorum and attention

to detail.

Neatness, freedom from disorder

Orderliness

Precision

Exactness

• DEVELOP A HIGH DEGREE OF

PERSONAL HONOR, SELF-

RELIANCE, SELF-DISCIPLINE,

AND LEADERSHIP – These

qualities are embodied by the

Navy’s Core Values of Honor,

Courage, and Commitment.

• PROMOTE AN UNDERSTANDING OF

THE BASIC ELEMENTS AND

REQUIREMENTS FOR NATIONAL

SECURITY - Cadets learn of the

importance of national security.

• DEVELOP RESPECT FOR AN

UNDERSTANDING OF THE NEED FOR

CONSTITUTED AUTHORITY IN A

DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY - The branches of

our government and their responsibilities.

• PROVIDE INCENTIVES TO LIVE

HEALTHY AND DRUG FREE LIVES -

The NJROTC program promotes many

physical activities and competitive

events.

DEVELOP LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL –

The NJROTC program provides cadets

with a wide range of opportunities, such as

leading a drill team and performing a

staff job, to test themselves in leadership roles.

• PROMOTES HIGH SCHOOL

COMPLETION - NJROTC provides

many incentives for graduation, such

as scholarships and enlistment at an

advanced pay grade.

• PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE

MILITARY SERVICES AS A POSSIBLE

CAREER - Careers are presented for

both enlisted and officer programs in

the armed forces.

A. You avoid using drugs because they can lead

to legal problems and mental distress for you

and your family.

B. You set the goal of leading the drill team and

being selected for a staff position.

C. You have your books, homework, keys, and

necessities stacked on your desk before you

go to bed.

D. You give a speech in class about the need for

the armed forces and their relationship to a

democratic form of government.

The NJROTC goal of promoting the habit of

orderliness is developed by which of these

behaviors?

A. You avoid using drugs because they can lead

to legal problems and mental distress for you

and your family.

B. You set the goal of leading the drill team and

being selected for a staff position.

C. You have your books, homework, keys, and

necessities stacked on your desk before you

go to bed.

D. You give a speech in class about the need for

the armed forces and their relationship to a

democratic form of government.

The NJROTC goal of promoting the habit of

orderliness is developed by which of these

behaviors?

A. You set the goal of leading the drill team and

being selected for a staff position.

B. You avoid using drugs because they can lead

to legal problems and mental distress for you

and your family.

C. You give a speech in class about the need for

the armed forces and their relationship to a

democratic form of government

D. You have your books, homework, keys, and

necessities stacked on your desk before you

go to bed.

The NJROTC goal of developing leadership

potential is promoted by which of these

behaviors?

A. You set the goal of leading the drill team and

being selected for a staff position.

B. You avoid using drugs because they can lead

to legal problems and mental distress for you

and your family.

C. You give a speech in class about the need for

the armed forces and their relationship to a

democratic form of government

D. You have your books, homework, keys, and

necessities stacked on your desk before you

go to bed.

The NJROTC goal of developing leadership

potential is promoted by which of these

behaviors?

A Focus On You

The opportunities provided by the instructors,

school, area manager, NSTC, SECNAV, and the

Congress all assist you in improving yourself and

your fellow cadets. The hope is that you will learn

through the NJROTC program the core values of

honor, courage, and commitment.

NJROTC is an

excellent way to

learn:

• Self-discipline

• Teamwork

• Cooperation

Another advantage of the NJROTC

program is the opportunity to lead

and to teach your fellow cadets

what you have learned during you

time in the program.

Mastering the military skills your

instructors teach will give you

confidence in yourself and those

around you, as well as pride in a

job well done.

Cadets participate in community

service projects that encourage

development as a citizen.

Unique to the NJROTC program is the

opportunity to lead, and many cadet

graduates say these opportunities were

the most lasting benefit of NJROTC.

Former cadets are serving their country

today as leaders in the armed forces

and in civilian life.

MRS. CLARA HARRIS

A. Honor

B. Courage

C. Patriotism

D. Commitment

Which of these values is NOT one of

the Navy’s three core values?

A. Honor

B. Courage

C. Patriotism

D. Commitment

Which of these values is NOT one of

the Navy’s three core values?

NJROTC is a military-sponsored

program and thus has requirements

for your continued participation.

Enrollment requirements:

• Attend the unit's school grades 9-12

• Be a U.S. citizen

or national, or

alien, lawfully

admitted to the

U.S. for permanent

residence.

• Be physically fit.

• Be selected by the SNSI and principal

to the NJROTC program.

• Maintain acceptable standards

of academic achievement.

• Maintain acceptable standards of

conduct.

• Comply with NJROTC personal

grooming standards.

A. NJROTC instructor alone

B. NJROTC instructor with principal’s

approval

C. Principal alone

D. Principal with NJROTC instructor’s

approval

Who selects the participants in an

NJROTC program?

A. NJROTC instructor alone

B. NJROTC instructor with principal’s

approval

C. Principal alone

D. Principal with NJROTC instructor’s

approval

Who selects the participants in an

NJROTC program?

True or False: There is no physical

fitness requirement at the time of

enrollment, although fitness

standards apply during the program.

False

True or False: There is no physical

fitness requirement at the time of

enrollment, although fitness

standards apply during the program.

NJROTC is responsible for

maintaining its standards of

enrollment, and not everyone can

meet these standards. Cadets

choosing to leave the program or

failing to live up to the standards

of the NJROTC program are

disenrolled.

To dismiss or cause to become

removed from a program

Disenrolled

• Leaving school (dropping out or

moving) 63

• His or her own request 64

Disenrollment criteria:

• Failure to maintain academic

or military standards.

• Lack of aptitude or poor behavior.

• A physical condition which precludes

participation.

The three R's of the

NJROTC program:

1. Respect for

yourself

2. Respect for

others

3. Responsibility

for all your

actions

Summary

NJROTC programs are governed by:

• Laws passed by Congress

• Rules and procedures established by

NSTC

• School policies and regulations

Summary

The NJROTC program is a joint effort of

the U.S. Navy and your local school

authorities to enhance your high school

education.

Q.1. Navy Junior Reserve Officers

Training Corps (NJROTC)

programs began in what year?

A.1. The first NJROTC programs

began in 1966.

Q.1. Navy Junior Reserve Officers

Training Corps (NJROTC)

programs began in what year?

Q.2. Which Navy command is

responsible for the

administration of the

NJROTC program?

A.2. Under guidance provided by the

Secretary of the Navy, the

Naval Service Training Command

(NSTC) located in Pensacola,

Florida, is responsible for

administering the NJROTC

program.

Q.2. Which Navy command is

responsible for the

administration of the

NJROTC program?

Q.3. Schools must ensure a

minimum enrollment in the

NJROTC program of how

many students?

A.3. Each school must maintain an

enrollment of 100 students or

10% of the school’s total

enrollment, whichever is less.

Q.3. Schools must ensure a

minimum enrollment in the

NJROTC program of how

many students?

Q.4. What are the two basic

qualifications for an NJROTC

instructor?

A.4. To serve as an NJROTC

instructor the individual must

be certified by the Naval

Service Training Command

and be approved and hired by

the principal of the host

school.

Q.4. What are the two basic

qualifications for an NJROTC

instructor?

Q.5. Who provides the textbooks

and uniforms used by

NJROTC students?

A.5. The Navy provides textbooks,

curriculum guides, audio-

visual equipment, training

materials, and computers for

the Naval Science classroom.

The Navy provides uniforms

for each student.

Q.5. Who provides the textbooks

and uniforms used by

NJROTC students?

Q.6. The mission of the JROTC

programs established by

Congress includes four things

the program is to accomplish.

Name them.

Q.6. The mission of the JROTC

programs established by

Congress includes four things

the program is to accomplish.

Name them.

A.6. The purpose of the JROTC

program is to:

a. Instill in students the value of

citizenship

b. Service to the United States

c. Responsibility

d. A sense of accomplishment

Q.7. The Naval Service Training

Command has provided ten

goals for the NJROTC program.

Pick out the three you think are

most important and explain

why you think so.

Q.7. The Naval Service Training

Command has provided ten

goals for the NJROTC program.

Pick out the three you think are

most important and explain

why you think so.

A.7. a. Promote patriotism. To instill

or enhance a love of their

country, respect for the flag

and pride in the government

and our way of life.

A.7. b. Develop informed and

responsible citizens. Give

students an awareness of

their responsibilities, duties,

and rights as citizens.

c. Promote habits of orderliness

and precision. Understanding

that the development of good

habits and order in one’s life

has assisted others to

achieve high levels of

success.

A.7. d. Develop a high degree of

personal honor, self-reliance,

self-discipline, and

leadership. These personal

qualities are found in most of

our successful leaders.

A.7. e. Promote an understanding of

the basic elements and

requirements for national

security. Explain the need for

armed forces and the

relationship between armed

forces and a democratic

government.

A.7. f. Develop respect for and an

understanding of the need for

constituted authority in a

democratic society. Why do

we have laws and

governments? What are the

other choices?

g. Provide incentives to live

healthy and drug free lives.

What are some of the

consequences of the choices

we make?

A.7. h. Develop leadership potential.

NJROTC gives many

opportunities for leadership

at all levels.

i. Promotes high school

completion. The importance

of a good education is a

stepping-stone to future

success.

j. Provide information on the

military services as a

possible career.

Q.8. What are the seven

requirements to participate in

the NJROTC program?

A.8. a. Be enrolled in and attending

a regular course of

instruction at the school

hosting the unit in grades

9-12.

Q.8. What are the seven

requirements to participate in

the NJROTC program?

A.8. b. Be a United States citizen or

national, or alien lawfully

admitted to the United States

for permanent residence.

c. Be physically qualified to

participate in the physical

education program of the

school.

d. Be selected by the NJROTC

instructor with the approval

of the school principal.

A.8. e. Maintain acceptable

standards of academic

achievement.

f. Maintain acceptable

standards of conduct.

g. Comply with the personal

grooming standards as set

forth in the NJROTC Cadet

Field Manual.

Q.9. What are the five reasons for

disenrollment from the NJROTC

program?

A.9. a. Failure to maintain the

required academic or military

standards.

b. Lack of aptitude or poor

behavior. Each student must

be worthy of membership in

his or her unit.

Q.9. What are the five reasons for

disenrollment from the NJROTC

program?

A.9. c. Disenrollment from school.

d. Students may request to

disenroll.

e. Physical conditions that

preclude a student’s

participation.

Q.9. What are the five reasons for

disenrollment from the NJROTC

program?

A.10. A. inspire

B. create

C. instill

D. clarify

Q.10. The purpose of JROTC is “To

_______ in students the value of

citizenship, service to the United

States, personal responsibility,

and a sense of accomplishment.”

A.10. A. inspire

B. create

C. instill

D. clarify

Q.10. The purpose of JROTC is “To

_______ in students the value of

citizenship, service to the United

States, personal responsibility,

and a sense of accomplishment.”

A.11. A. Healthy living

B. Patriotism

C. Leadership

D. Citizenship

Q.11. What NJROTC goal is being

promoted when cadets

participate in community

service?

A.11. A. Healthy living

B. Patriotism

C. Leadership

D. Citizenship

Q.11. What NJROTC goal is being

promoted when cadets

participate in community

service?

A.12. A. Discharge

B. Separation

C. Disenrollment

D. Release

Q.12. What term is used to refer to the

removal of a cadet from the

NJROTC program?

A.12. A. Discharge

B. Separation

C. Disenrollment

D. Release

Q.12. What term is used to refer to the

removal of a cadet from the

NJROTC program?