What does the JROTC High School program offer me that I can't get anywhere else? The JROTC program has a lot to offer young men and women who want to get the most out of their high school experience. Our cadets learn life skills that are useful now and in the future, regardless of what they decide to do after high school (local employment, trade school, college, or military service). We teach discipline, accountability, teamwork, and leadership and offer experiences that are otherwise not available in high school. JROTC gives cadets the chance to acquire and develop life and leadership skills, but its primary mission is to develop good citizenship and patriotism in each student.
What does JROTC stand for? Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps.
What does a cadet learn in the JROTC course? The JROTC course of instruction is offered during the regular school day as part of the school curriculum. You'll be instructed by an experienced Army officer and noncommissioned officer who have a high regard for education and training and enjoy working with young adults. In JROTC you'll get practical experience in organization and leadership development. You'll learn what teamwork is all about. You'll learn to think quickly, to be sure of yourself, to communicate your ideas, and to become self-reliant. You'll also learn military history, the military role in current events, and you'll develop a full appreciation of our national heritage.
Will JROTC meet any high school requirement? It meets the graduation requirement for electives. Additionally, if a student completes 3 semesters of JROTC, they will receive graduation credit for Health and Personal Fitness.
How much does the uniform cost? JROTC will provide uniform and supplies at no cost to the student. However, if a cadet loses or damages a issued uniform item, they have to pay for it.
How many times does student have to wear their uniform? Student will wear their uniform once a week to class.
Does student have to be a US citizen to join JROTC? JROTC is open to all students enrolled in school. Home schooled students are also eligible to participate in JROTC if it is offered in their assigned school zoned area. Those students will be responsible for transportation to and from their assigned JROTC class.
By enrolling in JROTC are you joining the military? No. Students who enroll in JROTC are under no obligation to enlist in the United State Military nor do we advocate military service over any other post-high school path (local employment, trade school, or college). We want our cadets to be ready to achieve success tomorrow while understanding and embracing the idea of citizenship.
What kind of extracurricular activities does JROTC offer? We sponsor a variety of extracurricular activities through JROTC. Among these are Color Guard, Drill Team, Raider Team, Sabre Team, Academic Team, and Rifle Team. Through participation in these activities, our cadets become a more involved student and community member. Of course, as a JROTC cadet, you'll also have time to socialize with other cadets. Field Trips and JROTC Summer Camp are just some of the planned activities you'll enjoy.
If a person is a member of an Army JROTC program, can they still join a different military branch? Yes. A cadet may still join the Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, or Marine Corps if they so choose. The JROTC program will focus mainly on the Army and its role in the world, but there are many opportunities to learn about any of the other branches of the military and the jobs that they have to offer. Students who take JROTC for 2-4 years and wish to join the military will be eligible to enter the military at a higher rank depending on the branch of service they elect to join.
Does JROTC cost anything? No, the program is funded by the Department of Defense and the Paulding County School District. Some extracurricular activities require the cadet to pay an activity fee and field trips will require a fee as need, but the course itself is free.
If you have any specific questions about the JROTC program, please feel free to email MAJ(R) Newbill at [email protected].
Thank you for your time.
MAJ(R) Robert Newbill
What does JROTC stand for? Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps.
What does a cadet learn in the JROTC course? The JROTC course of instruction is offered during the regular school day as part of the school curriculum. You'll be instructed by an experienced Army officer and noncommissioned officer who have a high regard for education and training and enjoy working with young adults. In JROTC you'll get practical experience in organization and leadership development. You'll learn what teamwork is all about. You'll learn to think quickly, to be sure of yourself, to communicate your ideas, and to become self-reliant. You'll also learn military history, the military role in current events, and you'll develop a full appreciation of our national heritage.
Will JROTC meet any high school requirement? It meets the graduation requirement for electives. Additionally, if a student completes 3 semesters of JROTC, they will receive graduation credit for Health and Personal Fitness.
How much does the uniform cost? JROTC will provide uniform and supplies at no cost to the student. However, if a cadet loses or damages a issued uniform item, they have to pay for it.
How many times does student have to wear their uniform? Student will wear their uniform once a week to class.
Does student have to be a US citizen to join JROTC? JROTC is open to all students enrolled in school. Home schooled students are also eligible to participate in JROTC if it is offered in their assigned school zoned area. Those students will be responsible for transportation to and from their assigned JROTC class.
By enrolling in JROTC are you joining the military? No. Students who enroll in JROTC are under no obligation to enlist in the United State Military nor do we advocate military service over any other post-high school path (local employment, trade school, or college). We want our cadets to be ready to achieve success tomorrow while understanding and embracing the idea of citizenship.
What kind of extracurricular activities does JROTC offer? We sponsor a variety of extracurricular activities through JROTC. Among these are Color Guard, Drill Team, Raider Team, Sabre Team, Academic Team, and Rifle Team. Through participation in these activities, our cadets become a more involved student and community member. Of course, as a JROTC cadet, you'll also have time to socialize with other cadets. Field Trips and JROTC Summer Camp are just some of the planned activities you'll enjoy.
If a person is a member of an Army JROTC program, can they still join a different military branch? Yes. A cadet may still join the Coast Guard, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, or Marine Corps if they so choose. The JROTC program will focus mainly on the Army and its role in the world, but there are many opportunities to learn about any of the other branches of the military and the jobs that they have to offer. Students who take JROTC for 2-4 years and wish to join the military will be eligible to enter the military at a higher rank depending on the branch of service they elect to join.
Does JROTC cost anything? No, the program is funded by the Department of Defense and the Paulding County School District. Some extracurricular activities require the cadet to pay an activity fee and field trips will require a fee as need, but the course itself is free.
If you have any specific questions about the JROTC program, please feel free to email MAJ(R) Newbill at [email protected].
Thank you for your time.
MAJ(R) Robert Newbill