Vashon High School Army JROTC Instructor Group

Vashon High School Army JROTC Instructor Group 3035 Cass Avenue St. Louis, Missouri 63106

Date: July 25, 2016

SUBJECT: JROTC 3/4 (LET-2), and 5/6 (LET-3), Course Syllabus, 2015-2016 School Year

Course Title: Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)

Course Credit(s) -1 elective credit per school year -1 Physical Education credit after successfully completing 2 years of JROTC (Senior Instructor Approval) -.5 credit for completing JROTC Cadet Leadership Camp

Instructors: Sergeant Major (Retired) Walter Wright, Senior Army Instructor Sergeant First Class Lorenzo Harris, Army Instructor

Instructor’s Hours: Classroom Instruction Time- Monday-Friday, 8:20 am through 3:25 pm Tutoring/Assistance Hours- Tuesday & Thursday, 3:40 pm -4:40 pm

Contact Information: Office-(314) 535-2587: Fax-(314) 535-2587 Email: [email protected]

Course Overview/Description. The goal of our program is to prepare students for their future— college & career ready. Junior ROTC (JROTC) is designed to teach high school students the value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline. JROTC focus is reflected in its mission statement, “To Motivate Young People to be Better Citizens.” The course prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles, while making them aware of their duties, rights and 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. This 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.

Uniform . All JROTC cadets are required to wear a US Army JROTC uniform. JROTC cadets must comply with Army JROTC grooming standards before receiving a uniform. Cadets receive an AJROTC uniform (shirt, pants, footwear, t-shirt, jacket, socks, belt, and earned cadet decorations and awards) at no cost on a loan basis. Cadets are responsible for the condition of these items and for the proper return of all items at the end of the school year or when they leave the AJROTC program. Students are responsible to pay for damaged or lost items.

Grading Policy

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Grades are determined by a combination of practical/hands-on performance, written examinations, wearing of the uniform, physical training and participation.

Classroom Assignments. 35% of grade 1. Practical Exercises, worksheets & projects 2. Exam/Test/Quiz 3. Homework 4. Classroom presentation (s)

JROTC Uniform Wear/Inspection. 30% of grade 1. Proper wear and maintenance of the JROTC cadet uniform 2. Inspection during scheduled uniform dates Note: Cadets must return documents signed by a parent or guardian before receiving the uniform; learn and recite the cadet creed.

Quarter and Semester Exam. 10% of grade

Physical Fitness. 5% 1. Participation 2. Cooperation/Behavior

Laboratory. 5% of grade 1. STEM Activities 2. Co-curricular activities 3. Assessments 4. Drill

Essay. 5% of grade

Portfolio. 10% or grade

Note: Cadets leaders earn bonus point for overall excellent performance rating at the conclusion of each semester.

Grading Scale:

A= 90% through 100% B= 80% through 89% C= 70% through 79% D= 60% through 69% F= 59% and below

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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 Expectation. Parent or guardian, please support your children by monitoring attendance, making sure that homework is completed, volunteering to support the programs your child chooses to participate in, participate, as appropriate, in decisions relating to your children’s education, and staying informed about your child’s education and communicating with the school by promptly reading all notices from this JROTC program, and the school.

Schedule.

Monday-Laboratory & Classroom Academics Tuesday-Laboratory & Classroom Academics Wednesday and Thursday- Uniform Days/Cadet Staff Assignments/Service Learning Friday-Physical Fitness/Physical Exercises/Physical Activities/Team Building Note: The above schedule is subject to changes based on school priorities.

Integrated Curricular Activities. The AJROTC program provides cadets opportunities to participate in numerous after school and weekend activities. These include but are not limited to Community Support Volunteer Events, Honor Guard, Drill Team, Color Guard, Rifle Team and Raider Team. All cadets are encouraged to participate in our after school team practice and events from 1530-1630.

JROTC Ball. This is a mandatory event normally held during spring season each school year. The ball is normally held after school hours. This event combines several curriculum related activities such as etiquette and manners training. All cadets must attend and parents and guardians are highly encouraged to attend.

Water L. Wright Senior Instructor

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