Santiago High School JROTC Overview

• 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

JROTC –

Teaches citizenship and leadership roles

Integrates current instructional strategies

Maximizes multi-media materials

Employs student centered learning

Aligns to McRel National Standards

Offers 8 hours of cadet college credit

Conclusion