JROTC-RHS
FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL
Army JROTC Leadership Education Training (LET 1-4) Syllabus
(Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps)
INSTRUCTORS:
___________________, Senior Army Instructor
1SG Russell, Marquin, Army Instructor
Course Description: Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is a leadership education
program. This program will help students build a strong knowledge base of self-discovery and
leadership skills applicable to many leadership and managerial situations. Mastery of these standards
through project based learning, service learning and leadership development activities will prepare
students for future leadership and management responsibilities.
Credentialing: Florence High School students who participate in the Army JROTC program may
receive a credential in Government and Public Administration by successfully completing three of the
four courses offered by the JROTC program.
JROTC Army LET 1
This laboratory course is designed to introduce students to the history, customs, traditions and purpose of the
Army Junior ROTC program. It teaches students strategies to maximize their potential for success through
learning and self-management. Basic leadership skills to include leadership principles, values, attributes and
communications skills are integrated throughout the course. High schools students develop an understanding
of learning styles preferences, multiple intelligences, emotional intelligence and study skills. These selfassessments will enable students to be self-directed learners. The Junior ROTC curriculum is enhanced
through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities that support the core
employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.
JROTC Army LET 2
This laboratory course is designed to build on the self-discovery skills sets taught in JROTC 1. As selfdirected learners, students study the fundamentals citizenship skills, the foundation of the American political
system and our Constitution. Personal responsibility and wellness is reinforced by diet, nutrition and
physical fitness activities. Drug and alcohol awareness and prevention are reinforced. Students are placed in
leadership roles that enable them to demonstrate an understanding of basic leadership principles, values and
attributes. The Junior ROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and
co-curricular activities that support the core employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.
JROTC Army LET 3
This laboratory course is designed to build on the leadership experiences developed during JROTC Army 1
and 2. Basic command and staff principles are introduced to provide an overview of organizational roles and
responsibilities. Leadership strategies, managing conflict, leading others, planning and communications
skills are evaluated to improve organizational effectiveness. Career planning is investigated. The Junior
ROTC curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities
that support the core employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.
JROTC Army LET 4
This laboratory course provides an introductory overview of the organizational and leadership structure in
the Department of Defense and the Department of the Army. It provides instruction on leadership styles and
practical time to experience leadership theories and the basic principles of management. Through self
assessment, students determine their skill sets and develop lesson plans for peer teaching. The Junior ROTC
curriculum is enhanced through physical fitness activities, extracurricular and co-curricular activities that
support the core employability skills standards and McRel academic standards.
Core Competency: The JROTC core competencies describe the broad, life-long skills that every Cadet
needs for success in all career fields and life roles in the community. They are drawn from the overall goals
and values that drive the JROTC program. The core competencies are linked to other lessons in order to
integrate and implement them throughout the JROTC curriculum. In each lesson, the core competency will
be introduced, facilitated, taught, reinforced, evaluated, and assessed. Every student should know and
understand all of the core competencies, as they are essential, value-added skills that every employer seeks.
The goal is for every Cadet to graduate high school and pursue post education, higher learning
(college/university/technical) or be able to choose other options and alternatives to become a
productive Citizen..
Examples of core competencies are:
a. Take responsibility for your actions and choices.
b. Apply critical thinking techniques.
c. Communicate using verbal, non-verbal, visual, and written techniques.
d. Build your capacity for life-long learning.
e. Do your share as a good citizen in your school, community, country and the world.
f. Treat self and others with respect.
Grading Policy:
Major Grades: 60%. These are tests and exams
Minor Grades: 40% This category is for class participation, quizzes, in-class assignments, participation in
events such as the Christmas parade, flag raising details for games, etc.
Textbooks and Materials:
Textbooks will supplied as needed pertaining to the curriculum and lesson to be taught
Supplies and Class Resources are available to all Cadets
Cadets will be required to use all available resources and technology during classroom lessons and training
Cadet Portfolio: Students enrolled in this class will have an electronic Cadet Portfolio. the cadet portfolio
will contain an organized collection of work, to include, accomplishments, exemplars of course work in the
JROTC class as well as other classes, personality assessment and the cadet’s goals and aspirations. The
portfolio are developed upon entry in the JROTC program and be maintained for the duration of your
enrollment throughout program. The portfolio will reflect your best work in and out of all classes; provide
insight and information on your personal achievements, developments, and growth over time.
Academic Standards: The JROTC curriculum is based upon a systematic progression of learning. The
scope, focus and content of instruction are both sequential and independent. The curriculum will be
facilitated using the established JROTC curriculum guidelines. The leadership unit of instruction allows for
many training opportunities for you to exercise student leadership. Seasoned Cadets act on guidance from
the Senior Army Instructor or Army Instructor to plan, prepare, and execute training as well as prepare to
facilitate assigned tasks to newer Cadets. Younger Cadets learn instructional techniques and more advanced
styles of leadership. Facilitation of training is designed to enhance skills, knowledge, and explore the
capabilities of Cadets and reinforce instruction in leadership theory. Cadets are asked to support JROTC
extracurricular and community service activities on and off school campus. Cadets will be required to
complete the success profiler analysis and conduct a personal growth plan, participate in the service learning
projects/activities, attend the Cadet Ball, attend the Cadet Awards Ceremony and attend the monthly
Battalion Formation. These events/activities are subject to merits as well as leadership assessments.
Grooming Standards & Wearing of Uniform:
Generally, LET 1 are not issued a uniform. However, if they desire one, arrangements will be made to
accommodate the request. Cadets who are enrolled as LET 2 and higher are issued the cadet uniform.
Cadets will wear the Army Cadet issued uniform once a week. The JROTC program is a uniformed program
where structure is judged, in part, by the manner in which a cadet wears a prescribed uniform as well as by
the individual’s personal appearance. The uniform inspections promote structural awareness and attention to
detail. The prescribed uniform is designed to promote dress for success. This uniform will be required to be
inspected minimum once a month or at the Instructors discretion.
The Cadet is responsible for the care and maintenance of his or her uniform and other issued equipment. In
addition, he/she will be required to have the uniform professionally dry cleaned periodically throughout the
school year. Lost or damage equipment must be compensated as any other school property.
Males: The face will be clean-shaven, except for permitted mustaches. Males are not authorized to wear
braids, cornrows, or dreadlocks (unkempt, twisted, matted, individual parts of hair) while in uniform. Males
will not wear earrings while wearing the JROTC uniform. Hair will have a neat and trim appearance, not to
fall over the eyebrows, over the ears, nor extend down the back of the neck.
Females: Hairstyles will not interfere with proper wearing of the headgear. Females may wear braids or
cornrows as long as the braided style is conservative and the braids and cornrows lie snugly over the head.
Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar. No cosmetic jewelry or
faddish nail colors while in uniform. Only conservative earrings and neutral colored nail polish allowed in
uniform.
Uniform Day: Uniform day is every Thursday. Cadets will wear the uniform the entire day. If the Cadet is
not in school on that day, and have a valid excuse through the attendance office, he or she will be allowed
to wear the uniform the next school day in order to makeup your weekly uniform grade. Cadets that are in
good standing with the wear of the uniform and other directives will selectively be allowed to substitute the
uniform for business attire (job interview-dress for success) or spirit wear during the uniform day. This attire
will be evaluated for assessment and are prescribed at the discretion of the Instructors.
The Instructors and the Cadet leadership will determine an optional JROTC uniform.
Attendance: Class attendance contributes significantly to academic success. Students who attend classes
regularly tend to earn higher grades and have higher passing rates in courses. If you are absent for any
reason, you are responsible for all missed work and for contacting the instructor promptly.
Academic Honesty: Cadets are expected to do their own work unless advised that collaboration is
acceptable. This means that you may use facts from other sources if you re-write them in your own words.
Anytime you quote from another source or paraphrase substantially, you must reference the source you used.
When you take a test/quiz/exam, you are expected to do your own work, keep your eyes on your own paper
and protect your paper from being copied by a classmate.
Recovery Policy: Opportunities designed to allow Cadets to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade
will be allowed when all work required to date has been complete and the student has demonstrated a
legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance. Cadets should contact the instructor
concerning recovery opportunities. All recovery work will be directly related to course objectives and must
be completed in the desired time prior to the end of the semester.
Military Courtesy and Discipline: COMMITTMENT-DEDICATION-RESPONSIBILITY-RESPECT
1. All Cadets are expected to use military courtesy with anyone they are in contact with, at all times
2. Cadets will not rudely interrupt instructors while talking with others.
3. Cadet appointed leaders are the direct representatives of the Senior Army Instructor and the Army
Instructor. Their directives will be carried out. Any cadet leader who abuses or violate this trust will
be immediately relieved of their leadership position.
4. Weekly schedules of lessons, demerits, merits, homework and other assignments will be posted on
the bulletin board. All cadets are required to read the bulletin board daily and inquire any reference to
their name. Cadets should be aware of all activities within the JROTC program.
5. Cadets are required to memorize/recite the Cadet Creed, Know the JROTC rank 100%, and Know the
Mission Statement on demand.
6. School Policy will be adhered to at all times, as an example, Electronic Devices and Hats of any
kind will not be used or allowed in the classroom without the Instructors permission.
Discipline comes from the Latin word that means "learning”. The dictionary defines it as "training
which corrects, molds, strengthens, or perfects". In this learning environment, it has no connotation
of punishment. Military discipline is an outward manifestation of mental attitude and state of training,
which renders obedience and proper conduct instinctive under all conditions. It is founded upon respect
for loyalty to proper constituted authority. Do not confuse military discipline with punishment. Bottom
line is to have respect for authority.
Being disciplined means that you are learning to place the tasks of your Cadet Corps and team above
personal desires. It means that you are learning to follow the orders of Cadet Leaders and instructors
promptly and cheerfully, so that even in the leader’s absence you will observe established rules.
WE WILL DISPLAY DISCIPLINE AND RESPECT IN ALL WE DO!
This program is definitely not a recruiting tool for Military Services, Cadets are not
recruited nor have an obligation to the military. The objective for JROTC is ACADEMIC
STUDY, COMMUNITY, and LEADERSHIP development. The primary goal for Cadets in this program
is to graduate High School, pursue post education, consider alternate career paths and make smart
choices as they enter their communities.
Co-Curricular / Extra-Curricular Activities:
The following JROTC activities are available to any cadet who desires to participate, Cadets will be required
to have a school physical in order to participate in any/all JROTC physical activities including Summer
Camp.
1. Drill Team: Precision exhibition and non-exhibition marching competitive team.
2. Color Guard: Formal presentations of the US Flag and other colors. .
3. Raider Challenge Team: Physical demanding activity that promotes team building and team
development.
4. Academic/Leadership Team: Focuses on academics, ACT, SAT, and current events/Leadership
knowledge and capabilities.
5. Community Service/Service Learning: Cadets perform service in the community
NOTE: Cadets are required to maintain this syllabus in their portfolio as a
reminder and refresher.
, US Army (Ret)
Senior Army Instructor
Marquin Russell
1SG, US Army (Ret)
Army Instructor
Memorandum of Understanding:
Subject: JROTC Syllabus SY 2020 - 2021
This student and parent/guardian have read and understood the JROTC policies and procedures of operations
Name: __________________________ Signature: ________________________ Date: _____________
(name of student)
PARENT OR GUARDIAN:
Name: ___________________________ Signature: _______________________ Date: _____________
(parent/guardian)
A copy of this syllabus will be placed in the Cadet’s portfolio/notebook.
The Cadet will receive the following grade if the syllabus and Privacy Act Statement are signed and returned
by the following dates: