U.S. Army Cadet Command Motivating young people to be better citizens JROTC Overview 1
JROTC Mission and Goals JROTC Goals Promote citizenship Develop leadership Communicate effectively Improve physical fitness Provide incentive to live drug- free Strengthen positive self-motivation Provide a historical perspective of the military services Work as a team member Graduate from High School 2
JROTC History National Defense Act of 1916 established the JROTC program Subsequently, Congress authorized the National Defense Cadet Corps (NDCC) Vitalization Act of 1964 authorized retirees as well as active duty instructors - opened program to other services 1973 Change to Title 10 authorized female participation Today: Largest program within the Army; popular support and congressional endorsement 3
Where we are and are not Measures of Success Attendance Graduation Indiscipline School / JROTC 91% 92% 11% Army JROTC Current Situation 93% 94% 5% Drop Out 3% <1% GPA 2.6 2.9 210000 270000 250000 230000 231K 4 234K Cadet Enrollment 243K Opening 91 new programs in FY05 Junior ROTC 1562 Units 4000 Instructors 250 High Schools Waiting 1500 Instructors Waiting 251K 273K 267K 274K SY98-99 SY99-00 SY00-01 SY01-02 SY02-03 SY03-04 SY04-05
JROTC Boundaries 5
JROTC Expansion All Services 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 1420 654 490 1465 687 562 1510 744 582 1530 744 624 1595 795 624 1645 945 624 Original Cap 3500 Army Air Force Navy Marines Ceiling lifted Dec 01 400 200 210 225 225 221 221 221 0 FY00 FY01 FY02 FY03 FY04 FY05 6
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Instructor Eligibility Retired E-6 through O-6 No record of military or civilian adverse actions Meet the retention medical fitness standards and weight standards of AR 40-501 Have an excellent record of military performance Have the mentality, personality, appearance and bearing to represent the Army well in the civilian community Have good moral character, instructional ability, and be able to challenge, motivate and influence young people in a positive manner Satisfactory interview, and be determined by Cadet Command to meet the criteria 7
Minimum Instructor Pay Estimate Instructor Pay - 05 retired w/ 20 yrs AFS BP + BAS + BAH (5000 + 170 + 1300) = 6470 Minus Retired Pay (50% of BP at 20 yrs) = 2500 Equals MIP (6470 2500 = 3970) MIP x 50% (3970 x 50% = 1985 (Army Reimburses the school]) The required MIP does not preclude a school from paying an instructor a higher salary MIP cannot be used to offset benefit packages or additional salaries provided to JROTC instructors 8
Instructor Training Plan Continuing Education a Shared Responsibility Four Step Plan: JROTC Instructor Training Distance Learning Course 12 hours of college credit Certification Course 3 hours of college credit Recertification Course 3 hours of college credit Annual Certification 23 hours of college credit Initial Qualification Indiv Continuing Education/ Distance Learning Recurring Training Seminars School Staff Development DL courses Evaluated by the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs toward teacher licensure, graduate or undergraduate credit: 3 Classroom Management 3 Educational Psychology 3 Secondary Methods 3 Learning and the Brain Starting FY 06 600 instructors will attend resident training annually; 1200 will receive training to sustain certification 41 hours Total college credit 9
JROTC Awards 10
Curriculum Materials Seven Units of Instruction Citizenship in Action Leadership Theory and Application Foundations for Success Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid Geography, Map Skills, and Environmental Awareness Citizenship in History and Government Cadet Safety and Civilian Marksmanship Program (Optional) Interactive/Multi-media/Developed in conjunction with the latest research on student learning Students can earn up to 8 hours of college credit 11
JROTC Co-Curricular Activities/JCLC Co-Curricular Activities JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) Marksmanship Drill Competition Orienteering Raider Challenge JCLC POI Rappelling Leadership Reaction Course (LRC) Map Reading and Land Navigation Water Survival Math and Science (Camp or On-Campus) Marksmanship and Rifle Safety (pellet rifles) Water Rafting Static Displays Alcohol and Drug Abuse Sessions Organized Activities Personal Hygiene and Field Sanitation 12
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge OBJECTIVES Build citizenship Develop Leadership skills Build self-esteem Have fun FOCUS ON: Adventure training Leadership development NOT war-fighting skills 13
JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge POI Core Rappelling Leadership Reaction Course (LRC) Map Reading and Land Navigation Water Survival Math and Science (JCLC or On-Campus) Awards/Graduation Ceremonies Integrated Physical Fitness Leadership Drill and Ceremonies Personal Hygiene and Field Sanitation Additional Marksmanship and Rifle Safety (pellet rifles) Water Rafting Static Displays Alcohol and Drug Abuse Sessions Organized Activities 14
What does JROTC Mean for Your Students? Increased Confidence/Self Esteem Leadership Abilities Decision-making & Problem-solving Skills Courage for Dealing with Peer Pressure Improved: JROTC Program Benefits Graduation Rate Physical Fitness Communication Skills Cohesion/teamwork 15
JROTC Program Benefits What does it Mean for Your High School? Better Student Attendance Greater Propensity to Stay in School/ Graduate Safe, Disciplined Environment Enhanced School Recognition/Community Involvement Increased Student Success After Graduation What does it Mean for Your Faculty? Motivates Students to Perform Well in all Classes Compliments Other Classroom Instruction Helps Keep Students in School Reduced Rates of Indiscipline Provides two Professional Staff Members Experienced in Mentoring and Counseling 16
Conclusion Junior ROTC is a large, popular and successful program World class curriculum will enhance the popularity of program Continuous marketing and recruiting for instructors Lobby for more expansion funding both OMA and RPA 17