Description of program
The Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program is all about personal and leadership development. JROTC is not designed to direct students to military service, although about seven percent of cadets go on to join the military. The program’s mission is to motivate young people to be exceptional citizens. JROTC attempts to bring out the best in every student by instilling self-confidence, developing planning and preparation skills and enhancing attention to detail.
If you are interested in these things, you will like this program
If you are interested in developing soft skills or leadership skills for employment. JROTC positions that are highly attractive for college and scholarship applications.
This program is a great introduction to and preparation for the following careers
JROTC prepares students for careers in the military and governmental as well as leadership positions in corporate and nonprofit organizations.
EARNING POTENTIAL IN ALABAMA ACCORDING TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Police officer – $64,800
Available certifications
Army JROTC
Coursework
Academic classes on leadership and citizenship. Practical exercises in leadership and interpersonal skills. JROTC participates in several service projects each year. The program also has three competitive teams: Rifle Team, Drill Team, and Raider Team. Rifle team is competitive marksmanship like in NCAA sports or the Olympics. Drill Team is a precision drill. Raider Team does outdoor adventure activities and competes in physical fitness contests. Additionally, JROTC completes every year the in JROTC Leadership(JROTC Curriculum and Academic Bowl(ACT) , a competition that pits programs from all service branches from all across the world. In 2024, GCHS was the world champions in the Academic Bowl.
Here’s something else you need to know
JROTC has a military ball and participates in several parades.
For more information
Contact LTC Davenport or SFC Hedgepeth at 256 543-4237 or
jrotc@gadsdencityschools.org
