JROTC teaches you...
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To appreciate the ethical values and principles that underlie good citizenship.
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To be able to think logically and to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
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To appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health.
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To understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future, and learn about college and other advanced educational and employment opportunities.
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To develop mental management abilities.
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To become familiar with military history as it relates to America's culture, and understand the history, purpose, and structure of military services.
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To develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team.
The Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is
A program offered to high schools that teaches students character education, student achievement, wellness, leadership, and diversity. It is a cooperative effort between the Army and the high schools to produce successful students and citizens, while fostering in each school a more constructive and disciplined learning environment. The outcomes of the JROTC program are:
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Act with integrity and personal accountability as they lead others to succeed in a diverse and global workforce
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Engage civic and social concerns in the community, government, and society
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Graduate prepared to excel in post-secondary options and career pathways
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Make decisions that promote positive social, emotional, and physical health
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Value the role of the military and other service organizations
Drill Team
The purpose of drill is to enable a commander or noncommissioned officer to move his unit from one place to another in an orderly manner; to aid in disciplinary training by instilling habits of precision and response to the leader’s orders; and to provide for the development of all cadets in the practice of commanding troops. JROTC Drill Team provides cadets the opportunity to compete in Army JROTC Drill Competitions. The goal for our cadets is to train and compete in drill competitions at any level. Supervisors and cadets conduct safe, rigorous, physical standards in practice and competition.
Raiders
The purpose of raiders is to enhance teamwork, leadership, and fast decision making skills through various timed obstacle courses during the Raider Competition. JROTC Raider Team promotes positivity, team building, trust, discipline, and leadership. The goal for our cadets is to train and compete in the annual Raider Competition at Fort Dix. We compete in five events: rope bridge, physical fitness competition, long distance run, rucksack run, and the stretcher run.
Color Guard
The JROTC Color Guard is one of the most important functions of a JROTC unit. It represents JROTC and the U.S. Army to the general public. Instructors will insure that their Color Guard is representative of the best their unit has to offer in keeping with established military traditions and standards.
Purpose: To establish a parish wide standard procedure for selection, training, appearance and performance of Color Guard teams.
Academic Team
The purpose of the Academic Team is to assist cadets in enhancing their ability to learn and comprehend new information on a variety of topics such as mathematics, science, history, art, and other general knowledge. It is meant to showcase the best and the brightest cadets that our battalion has to offer.