Los Angeles High School

JROTC Syllabus 2015-2016

Course Title: Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)

Credits:One (1)

Instructors: SAI Major (Ret) William Kroeger

AI Command Sergeant Major (Ret) Roosevelt J. Mitchell

Instructor’s Available Hours:

Class Hours Monday thru Friday:7:00 a.m. – 4:15 or Until Mission is Complete

Mon-Tues Classroom Instructions

Wed- In Ranks Inspection and Drill & Ceremony

Thurs-Fri PE

Office Phone Number: (323) 900-2795

Email:

Course Overview/Description: Junior ROTC (JROTC) is designed to teach high school students the value of citizenship, leadership, civics, geography and global awareness, health and wellness, language arts, life skills and U.S. History. The Cadets will also learn service to the community, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline. Its focus is reflected in its mission statement, “To motivate young people to be better citizens.” It prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles, while making them aware of their duties, rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. Physical fitness, personal and social discipline, and avoidance of substance abuse are stressed through all four years/levels of the program. The program is a stimulus for promoting graduation from high school; as it provides instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the student, community, and nation.

Materials Requirements and course Fees: All JROTC Cadets will be issued a standard U.S. Military Uniform with shoes at no cost to the student. Students are expected to clean, maintain their uniforms and their individual appearance to meet the standards and expectations of the JROTC program.

Grading Policy: ALL assignments are expected to be completed and submitted as required. Any missing assignment is to be made up and submitted for full credit.

The grade percentage:A = 90-100%

B = 80-89%

C = 70-79%

D = 60-69%

F = Below 59%

Classroom Assignments (Academics).40% of grade.

  • Essays
  • Assignments
  • Exams/Test/Quiz
  • Practical Exercise (Written & Oral)

Physical Fitness/Uniform Inspection.30% of grade.

  • Proper wear & maintenance of the JROTC Cadet uniform/Drill and Ceremonies
  • Cadet Challenge

Class Participation.10% of grade.

  • Attendance, Punctuality, Reliability
  • Class discussions
  • Demonstration
  • Cooperation/Participation

Final Exam.20% of grade.

Extra Credit

  • A Scholarship application Scholarship Opportunities - 25 points
  • Distance Learning Classes- - 50 points or 25 merits
  • Instructor assigned/approved Essays -100 points

Homework Policy: The normal homework assignment is the care and maintenance of the JROTC/Cadet Uniform. Occasionally, written and research assignments are required of ALL JROTC students such as written essay, personal reading, book reports, etc...

Assessment Policy: Credits/grades are granted on a 100% scale, based on the total number of questions on a given test or quiz. Performance based examinations are graded on the Cadet’s level of experience, ability, and willingness to accept constructive criticism and guidance. Lying, cheating and plagiarism, in any form, is not in keeping with the JROTC program standard of conduct and will not be tolerated. Any student caught in such activities will receive no credit (zero) for the assignment or test. A student that knowingly allows another to copy his or her work has in fact tolerated and allowed such elicit behavior and will also receive a zero.

Classroom Rules & Behavioral Expectations for Students.

  • Male will not wear earrings while in uniform.
  • Males are required to shave when in uniform.
  • Females are allowed one set of small earrings (one post earring per ear) while in uniform worn on the bottom lobe only, not permitted on the upper ear.
  • No food or snacks permitted in the classroom, unless approved by instructors.
  • No drinks (except water in a sealable container)
  • No personal electronic devices (i.e., cell phones, ipods, mp3 players). If caught, student will surrender the item to the instructorand pick it up after the final bell of the day.
  • Mutual respect – Student to Instructor, Instructor to Student, and Student to Student.

Guidelines to follow include:

  • Address JROTC Instructor by military title and last name
  • Address fellow students as Cadet/ Ms./ Mr. – Last name
  • Raise hand to be recognized for questions and comments
  • Avoid “shouting down” or “talking over” another individual
  • No personal attacks or taunting
  • No fighting, horse playing, wrestling, running in the range, riding skate boards, or cursing
  • Everyone enrolled in the program is a safety officer. If you see an unsafe act, stop the training and report it to the JROTC instructor.

Learning Outcomes and Standards: Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to articulate and demonstrate an appreciation and understanding of American citizenship. Cadets will also be proficient in written and oral communication and have a basic understanding of leadership skills and principles.

Parent Support Expectations:

We, as parents, can support our child’s learning in the following ways:

  • Monitoring attendance.
  • Making sure that homework is completed,
  • Monitoring the type of television our children watch.
  • Volunteering to support the programs my child chooses to participate in. Examples are listed below:
  • Fundraising Events
  • Service Learning Activities
  • Administrative Assistance
  • Competitions (Marksmanship, Drill Meets)
  • Parades and Ceremonies
  • Open house arrangements
  • Special Instruction in Life Long Learning Classes (examples-cultural awareness classes, financialmanagement classes, technical skills classes, military career days, career days, outdoor educational classes, etc..)
  • Participating, as appropriate, in decisions relating to my children’s education.
  • Promoting positive use of my child’s extracurricular time.
  • Staying informed about my child’s education and communicating with the school by promptly reading all notices from the school or the school district either received by my child or by mail and responding, as appropriate.
  • Have my child readfor atleast 30 minutesprior to sleeping to enhance their reading skills

Resultsof Parental Support Activities Reference Links:

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