BASIC HIGH SCHOOL MCJROTC PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Background:
Basic MCJROTC unit was activated in 1977 and is one of over 230 units in the U.S. sponsored by the
United States Marine Corps. Basic MCJROTC has been designated as a “Naval Honor School” 17 times
and has received state and national recognition and honors. The Senior Marine Instructor and Marine
Instructor are retired Marines with over 50 years of combined military service. They are employees of
Clark County School District and licensed by the State of Nevada to teach JROTC.
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program:
Basic High School is a candidate for the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program. Our students
will engage in lessons using the IB Learner Profile, IB Command terms, the six IB Global contexts, and the
five approaches to learning skills categories. Students will participate in one Interdisciplinary project per
semester revolving around a central theme. Several times throughout the year we will be using the IB
grading Criterions to determine a grade. All IB components will be introduced in class and referred to
throughout the year. Please refer to IB’s website for more details on these topics. (http://ibo.org/myp)
Uniforms and Activities:
The United States Marine Corps provides all uniforms at no cost to cadets. However, these uniforms are
government property and must be returned upon departure from MCJROTC. Cadets are responsible for
the proper wear and maintenance of the uniform during the school year. The uniform may only be
worn for officially authorized events and for the weekly uniform inspection. MCJROTC has 15 ranks and
over 30 ribbons for cadets to earn for wear on their uniforms.
Cadets are encouraged to participate in the many teams and activities including: Color Guard, Drill
Teams, Youth Physical Fitness Teams, and Marksmanship (Pellet Rifle) Teams, JROTC Military Balls,
parades and community service projects. There is a non-refundable $25 course fee to participate in
MCJROTC.
PE Requirement Waived:
Successful completion of the first two years of MCJROTC satisfies the two-year Physical Education
requirement for graduation. The third and fourth year courses are elective courses.
Obligations for Participation:
There are no military commitments or obligations for participating in Junior ROTC, but cadets
completing two or more years of JROTC are offered accelerated promotion upon enlistment in the
military or assisted with academy appointments and ROTC scholarships, if eligible.
Program Benefits:
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Self-discipline, self confidence, and personal responsibility.
Character building and sense of belonging.
Upon successful completion of two years of JROTC, graduates may be nominated for accelerated
promotion to the pay grade of E-2 upon enlistment in an active or reserve component of a
military service.
Military Departments may award the pay grade of E-3 for successful completion of three
academic years of JROTC.
Cadets who have completed three years of JROTC may be entitled to one year credit at some
college ROTC programs.
Graduates may apply for the Marine Corps PLC program (an Officer Commissioning program)
during the summer prior to their freshman year of college.
Cadets may apply to the military academies in a special JROTC nomination category of request
college ROTC scholarships.
Eligibility to travel out-of-state for Military Orientation Trips.
Weekly Routine:
MONDAY— PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT)/CLOSE ORDER DRILL (COD) /MARKSMANSHIP
TUESDAY – LEADERSHIP EDUCATION CLASSES
WEDNESDAY—LEADERSHIP EDUCATION CLASSES
THURSDAY—UNIFORM/PERSONNEL INSPECTION
FRIDAY—PHYSICAL TRAINING (PT)/CLOSE ORDER DRILL (COD)/MARKSMANSHIP
Citizenship:
Conduct and Citizenship in ALL classes, activities and events are considered a very important part of the
Cadet overall term grade. Cadets are held to a higher standard of conduct than the average high school
student. We expect more from our cadets!
Student Eligibility:
To enroll the student must:
-Be a full time student attending a regular course of instruction at Basic High School.
-Be a citizen of the United States, U.S. National, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. for permanent
residence.
- Be of good moral character as determined by Basic’s Principal and the Senior Marine Instructor.
- Be fully, physically qualified to participate in regular physical education courses.
- Receive Senior Marine Instructor approval for continued enrollment in subsequent years. (Cadets who
fail to adhere to the expected standards of conduct, fail to correct poor behavior/conduct, and/or fail to
develop their skills to assume duties/responsibilities as unit leaders may become ineligible to return).
SEE “MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT” for more details.
ALSO SEE http://my.ccsd.net/viers-1/ FOR SPECIFIC AND CURRENT ANNOUNCEMENTS AND
INFORMATION.
Basic’s MCJROTC Progressive Discipline Plan
All Cadets are expected to strictly adhere to the expected standards of conduct of the MCJROTC
program. Cadets will be disciplined as follows:
NO DRESS Physical Training
1st offense: Verbal Warning Instructor Note in Grade book
2nd offense: Teacher’s Detention (30 minutes before or after school in PT gear)
3rd offense: Parent Notification Letter, Unsatisfactory Notice Issued, could be ineligible for all MCJROTC
activities/teams for present quarter.
4th offense: Parent Notification
5th offense: Will result in lower grade in MCJROTC and Cadet could lose the privilege to return to
subsequent MCJROTC classes.
NO DRESS – Uniform Inspection Day
1st offense: Teachers Detention (30 minutes before or after school in Uniform)
2nd offense: Teachers Detention + Parent Notification Letter; Unsatisfactory Notice Issued; could be
ineligible for all MCJROTC activities/teams for the present quarter
3rd offense: Will result in lower grade in MCJROTC and cadet could lose the privilege to return to
subsequent MCJROTC classes.
Classroom Disruption / Conduct Unbecoming of a MCJROTC Cadet
1st offense: Verbal Warning Instructor Note in Grade book
2nd offense: Teacher’s detention (30 minutes before or after school next day)
3rd offense: Parent Notification Letter, Unsatisfactory Notice Issued, could be ineligible for all MCJROTC
activities/teams for present quarter.
**Grooming Violations = Failure to maintain Haircut/hairstyle/color and shaving regulations is a
violation of the Memorandum of Agreement and will adversely affect overall grade/future in MCJROTC.
Leadership Education Courses
MCJROTC Leadership Education I (First year MCJROTC Cadets)
First Sergeant Jay C. Foote, 1st Sgt USMC (Ret.) Primary Instructor/LE 1 Advisor
Phone – 799-8000 ext 3953 Fax – 799-0548
Email: jcfoote@interact.ccsd.net
Course Description and Performance Objectives:
To provide an introduction to Leadership Education with a military oriented approach. Upon completion
of the course, students will be able to show proficiency in “followership” and military skills to include
uniforms, physical training, close order drill, citizen and scholar training (to include basic Marine Corps
history/customs/courtesies) as well as complete prerequisites for cadet promotion.
Weekly Routine:
Monday: Physical Training (PT) /COD /Marksmanship
Tuesday: Formal Instruction/ Practical application/Classroom activities
Wednesday: Formal instruction/Practical application/Classroom activities
Thursday: Uniform inspection (Uniform worn all day)
Friday: Physical Training (PT)/COD/Marksmanship
Course Content and Outline:
To be provided to students in class.
MCJROTC Grading Criterion
All cadets will be evaluated for academic credit utilizing the following grading scale:
A- 90-100%
B- 80-89%
C-70-79%
D-60-69%
F- < 59%
Each Quarter, Cadets will be evaluated in the following categories (subject to slight modification)
Uniform and Personnel Inspections (20%)
Youth Physical Fitness Test (5%)
Close Order Drill Proficiency (10%)
Knowledge Quizzes, Examinations and Homework (30%)
Community Service (2 hours) (10%)
Attendance and Participation (25%)
(100%)
Makeup Work – All makeup work must be completed within 3 school days. It is the cadet’s
responsibility to check with the Cadet Class leader for makeup work. MCJROTC Instructors should be
contacted when a student misses multiple days due to illness or other extenuating circumstances in
order to assist with instruction missed.
FAILURE TO DRESS OUT FOR PT OR UNIFORM INSPECTIONS: Failure to dress out for 3 or more uniform
inspections will result in a lower grade in MCJROTC and cadet could lose the privilege to return to
subsequent JROTC classes. Failure to dress out for five or more PT sessions will result in a lower grade in
MCJROTC and cadet could lose the privilege to return to subsequent JROTC courses.
THIS CLASS IS A PREREQUISUTE FOR MCJROTC II – Cadets MUST receive SENIOR MARINE INSTRUCTOR
PERMISSION to enroll in MCJROTC II – it is NOT automatic!!
The Physical Education I requirement is waived for successfully completing this course of instruction
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MCJROTC Leadership Education II (2nd year MCJROTC cadets)
Lt. Colonel M.W Viers, USMC (Ret)
Primary Instructor/ LE 2 Advisor
Phone – 799-8000 ext 4068 Fax – 799-0548
Email – mwviers@interact.ccsd.net
Course Expectations
Materials: Leadership Education II Student Text, Student Handouts
MCJROTC Cadet Guidebook
Spiral Notebook – Student Notes/Assignments
Basic High School Planner/Organizer
Course Description and Performance Objectives: To continue to learn leadership education skills and
assume leadership positions within the Cadet Organization. Upon completion of this course, students
will be able to show proficiency in military skills to include uniforms, physical training, close order drill,
citizen and scholar training. Cadets are expected to learn and follow MCJROTC standards, set the
example for subordinate Cadets and take the initiative.
Weekly Routine:
Monday: Physical Training (PT) /COD/Marksmanship
Tuesday: Formal Instruction/ Practical Application/Classroom activities
Wednesday: Formal instruction/Practical application/Classroom activities
Thursday: Uniform inspection (uniform worn all day)
Friday: Physical Training (PT)/COD/Marksmanship
Course Content and Outline:
Will be provided to students in class.
MCJROTC Grading Criterion
All cadets will be evaluated for academic credit utilizing the following grading scale:
A- 90-100%
B- 80-89%
C-70-79%
D-60-69%
F- < 59%
Each Quarter Cadets will be evaluated in the following categories (subject to slight modification)
Uniform and Personnel Inspections (20%)
Youth Physical Fitness Test (5%)
Close Order Drill Proficiency (10%)
Knowledge Quizzes, Examinations and Homework (30%)
Community Service (2 hours) (10%)
Attendance and Participation (15%)
Instructor Leadership Evaluations (10%)
(100%)
Makeup Work – All makeup work must be completed within 3 school days. It is the cadets’
responsibility to check with the Cadet Class leader for makeup work. MCJROTC Instructors should be
contacted when a student misses multiple days due to illness of other extenuating circumstances in
order to assist with instruction missed.
FAILURE TO DRESS OUT FOR PT OR UNIFORM INSPECTIONS: Failure to dress out for 3 or more uniform
inspections will result in a lower grade in MCJROTC and cadet could lose the privilege to return to
subsequent JROTC classes. Failure to dress out for five or more PT sessions will result in a lower grade in
MCJROTC and cadet could lose the privilege to return to subsequent JROTC classes.
THIS CLASS IS A PREREQUISUTE FOR MCJROTC III – Cadets MUST receive SENIOR MARINE INSTRUCTOR
PERMISSION to enroll in MCJROTC III – it is NOT automatic!!
MCJROTC Leadership Education III (3rd year MCJROTC cadets)
Lt. Colonel M.W Viers, USMC (Ret)
Senior Marine Instructor and Primary Instructor/LE 3 Advisor
Phone – 799 8000 ext 4068 Fax – 799-0548
Email – mwviers@interact.ccsd.net
Course Expectations
Materials: Leadership Education II Student Text, Student Handouts
MCJROTC Cadet Guidebook
Spiral Notebook – Student Notes/Assignments
Basic High School Planner/Organizer
Course Description and Performance Objectives: To refine acquired Leadership skills and assume
greater responsibility within the Cadet Organization. Upon completion of this course, students will be
able to show proficiency in military skills to include uniforms, physical training, close order drill, citizen
and scholar training. Cadets are expected to follow MCJROTC standards, lead by example, plan and
execute Cadet events/ceremonies/activities and conduct training.
Weekly Routine:
Monday: Physical Training (PT) /COD/Marksmanship
Tuesday: Formal Instruction/ Practical Application/Classroom activities
Wednesday: Formal instruction/Practical application/Classroom activities
Thursday: Uniform inspection (uniform worn all day)
Friday: Physical Training (PT)/COD/Marksmanship
Course Content and Outline:
Will be provided to students in class.
MCJROTC Grading Criterion
All cadets will be evaluated for academic credit utilizing the following grading scale:
A- 90-100%
B- 80-89%
C-70-79%
D-60-69%
F- < 59%
Each Quarter Cadets will be evaluated in the following categories:
Uniform and Personnel Inspections (25%)
Youth Physical Fitness Test (5%)
Close Order Drill Proficiency (10%)
Knowledge Quizzes, Examinations and Homework (30%)
Community Service (2 hours) (10%)
Attendance and Participation (5%)
Instructor Leadership Evaluations (15%)
(100%)
Makeup Work – All makeup work must be completed within 3 school days. It is the cadets’
responsibility to check with the Cadet Class leader for makeup work. MCJROTC Instructors should be
contacted when a student misses multiple days due to illness of other extenuating circumstances in
order to assist with instruction missed.
FAILURE TO DRESS OUT FOR PT OR UNIFORM INSPECTIONS: Failure to dress out for 3 or more uniform
inspections will result in a lower grade in MCJROTC and cadet could lose the privilege to return to
subsequent JROTC classes. Failure to dress out for five or more PT sessions will result in a lower grade in
MCJROTC and cadet could lose privilege to return to subsequent JROTC courses.
THIS CLASS IS A PREREQUISUTE FOR MCJROTC IV – Cadets MUST receive SENIOR MARINE INSTRUCTOR
PERMISSION to enroll in MCJROTC IV – it is NOT automatic!!
MCJROTC Leadership Education IV (4th year MCJROTC cadets)
Lt. Colonel M.W Viers, USMC (Ret)
Primary Instructor/ LE 4 Advisor
Phone – 799 8000 ext 4068 Fax – 799-0548
Email – mwviers@interact.ccsd.net
Course Expectations
Materials: Leadership Education II Student Text, Student Handouts
MCJROTC Cadet Guidebook
Spiral Notebook – Student Notes/Assignments
Basic High School Planner/Organizer
Course Description and Performance Objectives: To refine acquired Leadership skills and assume
greater responsibility within the Cadet Organization. Upon completion of this course, students will be
able to show proficiency in military skills to include uniforms, physical training, close order drill, citizen
and scholar training. Cadets are expected to follow MCJROTC standards, lead by example, plan and
execute Cadet events/ceremonies/activities and conduct themselves in a manner that all will want to
emulate.
Weekly Routine:
Monday: Physical Training (PT) /COD/Marksmanship
Tuesday: Formal Instruction/ Practical Application/Classroom activities
Wednesday: Formal instruction/Practical application/Classroom activities
Thursday: Uniform inspection (uniform worn all day)
Friday: Physical Training (PT)/COD/Marksmanship
Course Content and Outline:
To be given to students in class.
MCJROTC Grading Criterion
All cadets will be evaluated for academic credit utilizing the following grading scale:
A- 90-100%
B- 80-89%
C-70-79%
D-60-69%
F- < 59%
Each Quarter Cadets will be evaluated in the following categories:
Uniform and Personnel Inspections (25%)
Youth Physical Fitness Test (5%)
Close Order Drill Proficiency (10%)
Knowledge, Quizzes, Examinations, Homework (30%)
Community Service (2 hours) (10%)
Attendance and Participation (5%)
Instructor Leadership Evaluations (15%)
(100%)
Makeup Work – All makeup work must be completed within 3 school days. It is the cadets’
responsibility to check with the Cadet Class leader for makeup work. MCJROTC Instructors should be
contacted when a student misses multiple days due to illness of other extenuating circumstances in
order to assist with instruction missed.
FAILURE TO DRESS OUT FOR PT OR UNIFORM INSPECTIONS: Failure to dress out for 3 or more uniform
inspections will result in a lower grade in MCJROTC.
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MCJROTC Drill/Leadership/PFT/Marksmanship
First Sergeant J. C. Foote, USMC (Ret)
Lieutenant Colonel M.W.Viers, USMC (Ret)
Course Expectations
MATERIALS:
MCO P5060.20 – Marine Corps Drill and Ceremonies Manual
Drill Team Knowledge Handbook
MCO P1533.6E MCJROTC SOP
MCJROTC Leadership Education Texts I – IV
MCJROTC History Reader
Course Description and Performance Objectives: Throughout this course students will receive detailed
training and advance knowledge in Drill, Ceremonies, and Inspection preparations and procedures to
enhance their abilities for local, state, and national level competitions. They will also have opportunities
to continue to develop marksmanship and physical training abilities.
Cadets are expected to participate in supporting local organizations by performing drill routines, color
guard details and competitive events throughout the year.
Cadets are expected to understand and demonstrate by practical application Regulation Drill, Inspection
Phases of Drill and Exhibition Drill in order to sustain the traditions of excellence of our Basic High School
MCJROTC nationally recognized Drill Teams.
WEEKLY ROUTINE:
Monday – Regulation Drill, selected cadets will hone Marksmanship/PT skills
Tuesday – Exhibition Drill , selected cadets will hone Marksmanship/PT skills
Wednesday – Inspection Procedures and Uniform preparation techniques.
Thursday – Regulation/Exhibition drill, selected cadets will hone Marksmanship/PT skills
Friday – Color Guard, Knowledge and Reviews
COURSE EVALUATION CRITERION:
Quarterly Examination: 100 points
Instructor Evaluation: 100 points
Regulation/Exhibition Drill Evaluation: 200 points each
Marksmanship/PT: 400 points
Participation/Attendance : 100 points
Community/Team support: 100 points
Inspection Preparation/Procedures/Uniform and weapons maintenance/
Competition Readiness: 200 points
Total: 1000 points
All cadets will be evaluated for academic credit utilizing the following grading scale:
A- 90-100%
B- 80-89%
C-70-79%
D-60-69%
F- < 59%
PARTICIPATION/ATTENDANCE
Participating and attending all scheduled practices is a vital part of the success of our drill teams. All
members are required to attend all scheduled practices and performances. Prior approval from the drill
team advisor is required if a student needs to miss a scheduled practice. Three unexcused absences
from practice will result in the team member becoming ineligible to participate in the next performance
or competition. Students will start with 100 points. Points will be deducted for the following reasons:
-2 points for being tardy
-2 points for lack of participation
-5 points for being absent
PARTICIPATION/CONDUCT: 5 points for EXCELLENT participation; 3 points for GOOD/FAIR participation;
0 points for failure to participation.
-5 points for RPC, suspension or truancy
PREREQUISITE FOR ENTRY:
- Senior Marine Instructor permission.
- Concurrent enrollment in JROTC LE-1, LE-2, LE-3, or LE-4.
–Maintain academic eligibility with a minimum 2.0 GPA
-Maintain Satisfactory or higher Citizenship grades in ALL classes