Welcome to the Welcome to the ““BULLDOG BULLDOG

BATTALIONBATTALION””!!!!!!!!!!

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• Presentation of Colors and National Anthem

• Basic JROTC Information

• Priorities for the Bulldog Battalion

• Student, Parent, Instructor Expectations

• Fees/Fundraisers

• Questions

AgendaAgenda

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JROTC Basic InformationJROTC Basic Information

Our Vision:

Providing a quality citizenship, character, and leadership development program,

while fostering partnerships with communities and educational

institutions.

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JROTC Basic InformationJROTC Basic InformationTo appreciate the ethical values and principles that underlie good citizenship.

To develop leadership potential, while living and working cooperatively with others.

To be able to think logically and to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.

To appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health.

To understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future, and learn about college and other advanced educational and employment opportunities.

To develop mental management abilities.

To become familiar with military history as it relates to America's culture, and understand the history, purpose, and structure of military services.

To develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team.

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•AVERAGE IS OVER!!!! ABSOLUTE “BEST Effort!” in all that we do •Best Effort Every Time! No matter how small the task, ALWAYS YOUR BEST!

•RESPECT each other!•Self Explanatory……Apply the “Golden Rule” when in doubt!

•PRIDE in the “BULLDOG BATTALION”!•We are the BEST! We carry ourselves as the BEST with Class and Integrity!.....ALWAYS!!!

•“PAY IT FORWARD” attitude•We do things to help people without asking for recognition, or anything in return

•COMMUNICATIONS Skills•Be, or BECOME an ACTIVE LISTENER!

•“God gave us 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason!”•Sending a TEXT message is only one means to communicate…..be diverse in your ability!

•Communicate clearly…..NOTE: Email and Text Messages have no inflection..yelling, mad, laughing…..what you may send as humorous sarcasm could be perceived in a manner to incite hostility on the other end

•Effective Leadership on ALL levels!•Clear Concise Guidance•Empowerment of Subordinates•Integrity (Do what’s right, even when you think no one is looking!)•Be, or BECOME an ACTIVE LISTENER!

•“God gave us 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason!”•Ensure personal interaction with peers, subordinates, and seniors.•“Attitude is Everything!”

Bulldog BattalionBulldog Battalion’’s Prioritiess Priorities

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•Student Expectations•Embrace and uphold the high standards that our program sets•Step out of “Comfort Zones”!•Maintain proper military appearance and bearing•Be RESPONSIBLE!•Best effort ALWAYS….no matter the task!

•Parent Expectations•Help monitor military appearance of your cadet (uniforms and polo/khaki uniforms)•Understand consequences of failing to be in proper uniform!•Encourage your cadet as we challenge them•Help ensure timely transportation for extra-curricular practices•Assist in any fundraising or fee activities

•NOTE: Our staff will strive to minimize fund raising and fees, but a program of this size does incur some costs

•Instructor Expectations•Actively promote “love of country” at every turn•Promote students to push beyond AVERAGE potential (AVERAGE is OVER!)•Treat every cadet with respect and encouragement•Build “new found” self-confidence in every cadet•Challenge every cadet mentally, physically, and in leadership•Look after cadet well-being while in our classrooms or extracurricular activities•Help each cadet to discover a path to excellence and success•Will NOT recruit for any branch of service!.....will serve as subject advisors if cadet asks, but will NOT recruit for any of the Armed forces(Our job is to teach an appreciation for military service, not join it!)•Operate with integrity beyond reproach……”If any cadet believes one of our instructors told them to do anything unethical, immoral, or illegal; they have misunderstood, and should seek clarity”

ExpectationsExpectations

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•Extracurricular Competitions•Many competitions scheduled throughout the year for Raider Team, Marksmanship, and Drill Teams

•Car Parking Detail for Home Football Games•(Cadets will receive community service hour credit for participating)

•Homecoming Parade•All Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will be marching in the homecoming parade scheduled for October 1, 2015

•Seniors will assist in organizing and monitoring turns and judging which of our JROTC Companies do the best job.

•Military Ball•Bulldog Battalion plans, organizes , and executes a formal event in-keeping with military tradition. Student leadership will plan and organize the event with supervision from the instructor cadre. All cadets will be challenged to learn and use proper etiquette and appearance for the event. The Ball is set for February 6, 2016.•Cadets demonstrating any pattern of misconduct, including military appearance throughout the year will not be allowed to participate!

•JROTC Field Trip• Cadets will participate in a field trip in the spring. The trip will be both educational and fun challenging cadets with military or leadership focused learning and social skills. This year’s destination hasn’t been determined yet. (Date is Subject to Change but tentatively scheduled for 7APR16)(Cadets who are failing ANY class will not be allowed to attend)•Cadets demonstrating any pattern of misconduct, including military appearance throughout the year will not be allowed to participate!

Key Events during School Year Key Events during School Year 2015-20162015-2016

JROTC Program of AccreditationJROTC Program of Accreditation Bulldog Battalion will undergo an extensive accreditation process on Bulldog Battalion will undergo an extensive accreditation process on

November 19, 2016November 19, 2016 ALL Cadets will participate:ALL Cadets will participate:

– In ranks inspectionIn ranks inspection– Drilling skills evaluationDrilling skills evaluation– Cadet Portfolio assessmentCadet Portfolio assessment– Cadet/Inspector “one on one” interviewsCadet/Inspector “one on one” interviews

Cadet Leadership Team(Staff/Select Service Learning Cadets)Cadet Leadership Team(Staff/Select Service Learning Cadets)– Extensive briefing presentationExtensive briefing presentation– Continuous Improvement BriefingContinuous Improvement Briefing– Service Learning BriefingService Learning Briefing

Instructor EvaluationInstructor Evaluation– Examination of leadership of cadetsExamination of leadership of cadets– Evaluation of Instructor PortfoliosEvaluation of Instructor Portfolios– Inspector “one on one” interviews with BHS AdministrationInspector “one on one” interviews with BHS Administration

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Key Events during School Year Key Events during School Year 2015-20162015-2016

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• Operating a program of “Excellence” does incur certain costs

•JROTC Flat Fee•Offered the flat fee for last 2 years and it seemed to work well.•Parents interested in paying a flat rate of $150 will cover costs of polo shirt, field trip, and military ball. An account is established in your cadet’s name.•If your cadet is a returning cadet and still has their Polo from last year, then the flat fee is adjusted back to $120.

•Polo Shirt = $30•Very nicely designed “dry fit” shirt with professional embroidery.•Shirt will need to be worn with khaki pants(not shorts)•Boys are also required to wear the shirt tucked in with a belt on

•Planned fundraisers•Stadium cushions @ $5.00 per seat•Wounded Warrior “Dog Tags”•World’s finest chocolate bars this fall and again in the early spring(Our best fundraising event!)•Flags for Patriot Day ($15.00)

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