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FOX TECH JROTC
The History of the Army Junior ROTC
The United States Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) came into being with the passage of the National Defense Act of 1916. Under the provisions of the Act, high schools were authorized the loan of federal military equipment and the assignment of active duty military personnel as instructors. In 1964, the Vitalization Act opened JROTC up to the other services and replaced most of the active duty instructors with retirees who worked for and were cost shared by the schools.
Title 10 of the U.S. Code declares that "the purpose of Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps is to instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the value of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment."
The JROTC Program has changed greatly over the years. Once looked upon primarily as a source of enlisted recruits and officer candidates, it became a citizenship program devoted to the moral, physical and educational uplift of American youth. Although the program retained its military structure and the resultant ability to infuse in its student cadets a sense of discipline and order, it shed most of its early military content.
The study of ethics, citizenship, communications, leadership, life skills and other subjects designed to prepare young men and woman to take their place in adult society, evolved as the core of the program. More recently, an improved student centered curriculum focusing on character building and civic responsibility is being presented in every JROTC classroom.
JROTC is a continuing success story. From a modest beginning of 6 units in 1916, JROTC has expanded to 1645 schools today and to every state in the nation and American schools overseas. Cadet enrollment has grown to 281,000 cadets with 4,000 professional instructors in the classrooms. Comprised solely of active duty Army retirees, the JROTC instructors serve as mentors developing the outstanding young citizens of our country.
The Vision of the Army Junior ROTC and FOX TECH Army Junior ROTC:
We will provide a quality citizenship, character, and leadership development program, while fostering partnerships with our community and educational institution.
Why Join The Army Junior ROTC here at Fox Tech:
Why would you want to join the Army JROTC here at Fox Tech:
- To appreciate the ethical values and principles that underlies good citizenship.
- To develop leadership potential, while living and working cooperatively with others.
- To be able to think logically and to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
- To appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health.
- To understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future, and learn about college and other advanced educational and employment opportunities.
- To develop mental management abilities.
- To become familiar with military history as it relates to America's culture, and understand the history, purpose, and structure of military services.
- To develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team.
Article Reference List:
- https://www.usarmyjrotc.com/
JROTC I
Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Credit: 0.5
The JROTC leadership program is an 18-week course designed to provide opportunities for the student's total development. In the area of self-development, students learn the importance of responsibility and leadership. In the area of self-awareness, students learn about their rights as citizens and their privileges as Americans.
JROCTC Rifle & Drill I-IV
Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Credit: 1.0
The ROTC leadership program is designed to provide opportunities for the student's total development. The program consists of four levels that focus on leadership, education, and training. Satisfactory completion of Levels Three and Four allow a cadet to enter the military service in pay grade E3 with the recommendation of the senior Army instructor. This course counts as PE credit.
Our Leadership Team Here at Fox Tech High:
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Click on the below link(s) to find out more information regarding The Army's Junior ROTC Program here at Fox Tech:
Fox Tech JROTC Fact Sheet
Fox Tech JROTC Chain of Command
Fox Tech JROTC Newsletter
JROTC Web Page
JROTC Newsletter
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