Butler High School Jrotc

BUTLER HIGH SCHOOL JROTC BULLDOG BATTALION 1810 MATTHEWS-MINT HILL ROAD MATTHEWS, NC 28105

CMS-JROTC-BHS 25 AUGUST 2010

ARMY JUNIOR ROTC PROGRAM

MISSION The mission of the Army Junior ROTC program is “TO MOTIVATE YOUNG PEOPLE TO BE BETTER CITIZENS”. To accomplish this mission the program of instruction is designed to develop citizenship and patriotism, self-reliance, leadership, and managerial skills.

PURPOSE

The Junior ROTC program prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. This program is a stimulus for promoting graduation from high school and provides instruction and rewarding opportunities, which will benefit the school, community and nation.

DESIRED LEARNING OUTCOMES

 Appreciation of the ethical values and principles that underlie good citizenship which include integrity, responsibility and respect for constituted authority.  Development of leadership potential with the abilities to live and work cooperatively with others.  Ability to think logically and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Appreciation of the importance of physical fitness and maintaining good health.  Knowledge of the effects and dangers of substance abuse, ways to resist pressures to try drugs and how to help others to avoid them.  Development of management skills including goal setting, visualization and positive self-talk.  Familiarity with the history and structure of the military services.  Knowledge of educational and vocational opportunities and the development of basic skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a military or civilian team.  Understanding of the importance of high school graduation to a successful future. JROTC PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION

The JROTC program is mandated by Public Law and governed by Army Regulation 145-2. The curriculum is revised annually, revised as required and published with an instructor’s manual, Compact Disk, video test bank, student text, and workbook by U.S. Army Cadet Command. There are four primary levels of curriculum (grades 9- 12) with emphasis on processing and applying the information learned. The seven primary units of instruction are:

 Introduction to JROTC: A leadership and Character Development Program  Foundations of Success: Techniques of Communication and Career Opportunities  Leadership Theory and Application  Wellness, Fitness and First Aid  Citizenship and American History  Geography and Earth Science: Global Geography and Map Reading  Weapon Safety and Marksmanship

LEADERSHIP, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING I

The first year curriculum focuses on interpersonal skills, goal setting, basic communication techniques, time management, character development and study skills designed to help students make high school a successful experience.

LEADERSHIP, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING II

The second year of instruction continues to focus on development of interpersonal skills, principles of good citizenship, leadership potential, technology awareness, ability to think and write logically, military history, and understand the importance of physical fitness while maintaining good health and appearance.

LEADERSHIP, EDUCATION AND TRAINING III

The third year requires the cadet to demonstrate effective reading, writing and oral communication skills through research projects and oral presentations, understand and apply counseling techniques, leadership and managerial skills, describe the importance of the judicial system and display knowledge of the Justice Department, demonstrate proficiency in land navigation exercises, and describe how alcohol and drugs impact a person’s life and how leaders, as role models, can help prevent drug abuse. LEADERSHIP, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING IV

The fourth year of the program focuses on cadet application of the principles of leadership and command and staff procedures. Cadets are required to apply the problem- solving/decision-making process, plan and conduct reviews, parades, drill and awards ceremonies, display personal standards of good conduct and behavior, and prepare, coordinate and conduct school/community support projects.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

DRILL TEAM COLOR GUARDS DRILL MEETS AIR RIFLE TEAM PARADES ATHLETIC EVENTS RAIDER TEAM COMMUNITY PROJECTS ATHLETIC PARKING

Participation in any of these activities is based on the cadet’s academic performance in all classes, behavior in school, and permission of the parent(s)/guardian.

GRADING

The Cadet’s grade is based on the following formula

* Uniform Wear 33% * Participation/conduct 33% * Academics (class work, reports, and exams) 33% *Merits/demerits may raise or lower a grade by one letter.

A= 100-93 B=92-85 C=84-77 D=76-70 F=69-0

UNIFORM AND MATERIALS

*Uniforms, equipment and textbooks are issued to the cadet at no cost.

A classroom portfolio will be maintained by each cadet to store notes, tests and any other provided instructional materials. Folders will remain in the JROTC room for daily use. Over 95% of the instruction is hands-on oriented training. Each cadet is required to provide a 1” or 1.5” binder for their portfolio needs.

A statement of responsibility must be signed by the parent/guardian assuming financial responsibility for any items lost or damaged. Cadets are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of uniforms. Cadets will not be issued a uniform without a signed certificate of responsibility or who fails to adhere to the prescribed dress code standards. INSTRUCTOR STAFF

Retired Army personnel that have been certified to teach by the Department of the Army are assigned as JROTC Instructors. Additionally, the Army Instructors are required to hold a North Carolina teaching certificate. The Army Instructor Staff consists of one Senior Army Instructor, an Army Officer, and one Army Instructor, a Senior Non- Commissioned Officer.

Senior Army Instructor LTC Richard Laughlin

Army Instructor MSG Richard Day