The Mission of JROTC
To Help Young People Become Better Citizens
Why should I join JROTC?
JROTC is for everyone; from the most successful students to those that need additional mentorship,
JROTC stresses success for a lifetime. The Army JROTC program is accredited by AdvancED, the parent
organization of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School
Improvement (SACS CASI). Additionally, JROTC fully supports AP Capstone, Center for the Arts,
Athletics and all CLHS clubs.
Skills Taught in JROTC:
Leadership and Management are skills that transcend every student, profession, career, job, and sport.
Attention to Detail and Accountability will enable students to excel in the classroom, on the field and in
life.
Communication Skills for healthier personal and professional relationships.
Students gain experience through a lead and learn performance based curriculum. Students demonstrate
the skills, apply the knowledge, and model or exhibit behaviors representing that of a model student and
citizen. Assessment tasks serve as tools for verifying and documenting that students have mastered the
competencies.
Overview of Lessons Taught:
Year 1
Year 2
Leadership from the Inside Out
Goals and Goals Setting – College Preparation
First Aid and Life Saving Steps
Articles of Confederation 1781 – Creating our
Constitution
Year 3
Year 4
Performance Indicators – Becoming a Better Writer
Career Exploratory Strategy –Career Development
Styles of Leadership – Management Skills
Developing Lesson Plans – Delivering
Instruction
Scholarship Information: Several government and American veteran organizations offer scholarships to
current JROTC Seniors who demonstrate academic promise. Some organizations are: American Veterans
(AMVETS), American Legion, Vietnam Veterans of America, Association of the United States Army
(AUSA), and Military Officers Association (MOAA) etc.
After School Activities (Voluntary):
Academic and Leadership Teams (Format is similar to Jeopardy)
Drill Team (Precision
Marching)
Raiders Team (Physically Challenging Events)
Air Rifle Marksmanship
(Olympic Style)
The Mission of JROTC
To Help Young People Become Better Citizens
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JROTC is designed to teach high school students the value of citizenship, leadership &
management skills, relationships with-in the community, personal responsibility and
accountability and a sense of accomplishment.
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JROTC helps prepare students for a successful life after high school. We guide students toward
Universities, Colleges, Technical Colleges and the options the military provides. Additionally,
JROTC educates students about Scholarships and Grants as part of our curriculum.
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JROTC fully supports AP Capstone, Center for the Arts, Athletics and all CLHS clubs.
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JROTC instills self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline.
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JROTC maximizes the student’s potential for success through active learning and selfmanagement.
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JROTC incorporates principles of mental and physical wellness into behaviors and decisions.
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JROTC fosters effective relationships with peers, family and the community through classroom
interaction and volunteer programs.
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JROTC incorporates physical and political geography to build global awareness.
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JROTC relates events in U.S. history to choices and responsibilities Americans have today.
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JROTC instills life-long skills such as:
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Taking responsibility for your actions and choices
Treat yourself and others with respect
Applying critical thinking abilities
Communicating using verbal, non-verbal, and written techniques.
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JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl (JLAB)
Student Physical Fitness Challenge
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) (A Free 3 Day Summer Camp)
Raider Team (a 5 Event Physically Demanding Challenge)
Drill and Ceremony Teams
Civilian Marksmanship and Safety Program (Olympic Style Air Rifles)
Rappelling and Rock Climbing course
Student rides and field trips