Santiago High School JROTC Overview

1. Santiago High School JROTC Overview

2. JROTC Goals •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

3. JROTC History •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

5. Curriculum Materials 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 Students can earn up to 8 hours of college credit

6. 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

7. JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) / Camp Activities and POI Core  Rappelling  Leadership Reaction Course (LRC)  Map Reading and Land Navigation  Water Survival  Math and Science (JCLC or On-Campus)  Awards/Graduation Ceremonies OBJECTIVES Build citizenship Develop Leadership skills Build self-esteem Have fun Additional  Marksmanship and Rifle Safety (pellet rifles)  Water Rafting  Static Displays  Alcohol and Drug Abuse Sessions  Organized Activities Integrated  Physical Fitness  Leadership  Drill and Ceremonies  Personal Hygiene

8. JROTC Program Benefits • 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

9. 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

10. Conclusion • 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