U.S. Army Junior ROTC

U.S. Army Junior ROTC

Citizens of Tomorrow

Are you inspired by our armed forces? Do you love teamwork? U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) is a program that’s about more than just service, it’s also about becoming the kind of person you want to be: strong, capable, and a leader.

You’ll learn about everything from leadership and global awareness to health and wellness and U.S. history. Whether or not you’re headed for service in the military, gain the life skills you need for success. U.S. Army JROTC is a congressionally-mandated program with the mission “Motivating Young People to be Better Citizens.” You’ll learn the importance of lifelong learning, communication, accountability, good citizenship, respectful treatment of others, and critical thinking techniques. There is no military obligation after the Army JROTC program. Let’s do this!

Career options & salary range

Whether you join the military after high school or go another route, the skills you’ll learn will empower you to be a team player, a leader, and an asset to your future employer. If you join the military you’ll have opportunities to go into many different fields. Learn more from your counselor.

Everyone on active duty receives base pay. The amount depends on your rank and how many years you've been in the military. First-year recruits earn around $19,000 a year. The higher your rank and the longer your service, the higher your pay. A senior officer with 6 or more years of experience can earn $74,000 a year or more.

Salaries also include living and clothing stipends and housing allowances, which can include up to $20-25K each year in non-taxable income.

Skills learned

  • Understand workings of the U.S. government both in history and the present day
  • Develop good citizenship, leadership, and life skills to prepare you for life after graduation
  • Learn about first aid, health & wellness, and emergency management and preparedness
  • Options to gain skills related to marksmanship and gain a deeper knowledge of the U.S. military
Grade
9

As a U.S. Army JROTC student, you'll have many different opportunities. You might get training through the Yakima Training Center, enlist, join ROTC in college, or even receive a special congressional appointment to a military academy!

Your Contact

Program of Study Lead

COL (Ret) Brian James

Senior Army Instructor

(509) 972-5990

jamesb@wvsd208.org

1SG (Ret) Gregory Bynum

Army JROTC Instructor

(509) 972-5994

bynumg@wvsd208.org

  • Pathways

  • Local full-time and part-time career options through the Yakima Training Center:

    MATES (Maneuver Area Training Equipment Site) receives, stores, secures, issues, maintains, and reports equipment readiness
    Join the WA Army National Guard

    To become a Federal Technician, you'll need prior Service (Active Duty) Enlistment or National Guard Enlistment. You can apply for Army dual-status federal technician vacancy (USA Jobs). There is a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) compatibility requirement. Opportunities include Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, Production Controller, Fire Control Repairer, Small Arms Repairer, Material Storage & Handling Specialist, and other training opportunities. If you pursue a career as a civilian Federal Technician, this is a dual-status career, which means you’d be a Federal civilian employee who must maintain military status. You’ll receive competitive pay, excellent benefits, retirement, and have options towards career progression.

  • Enlist in the Armed Forces: Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard.

    If you choose a military career, you’ll earn training, have a stable job, and receive competitive pay, education benefits, and retirement.

  • Attend college and enroll in a ROTC program.

    Afterwards, enter the workforce with business or political leadership.

  • Receive a congressional appointment to a Military Academy.

Program requirements
You must earn 3 years of credits in the program choosing from the courses below
3 years of credit(s)

College credit earned

  • CWU HIST 314

Certifications & training

  • Hunter Safety
  • First Aid/CPR

Courses

JROTC CHS HIST 314 (American Military History) ‐ 1 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ Two semesters; 1.0 credit History

Prerequisite ‐ Junior or senior status (can be used as U.S. History requirement)

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

This class is a survey of the development of the American military spanning the colonial period to the present day. The course includes an introduction to the development of western warfare from pre-Hellenistic conflict through the middle ages in Europe. It includes an examination of technological innovation, the evolution of the levels of warfare, and the relationship between military development, national policy, and societal expectations. This course meets a History credit OR an elective credit for graduation requirements. You will also complete a Washington State Classroom Based Assessment (CBA).

Military Crisis Response 101 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ None

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

This is the first semester of a yearlong course that teaches basic emergency management and preparedness. Students will learn basic use of GPS, map reading, and land navigation skills for light search and rescue operations. Disaster medical operations, casualty care, and first aid techniques in the event of any natural disaster are covered in this course. Students will also learn leadership theory and application to enhance their new skills. With this training, students will get certified in CPR, AED, and Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) from FEMA. By taking this course, high school students will be prepared to assist their communities in the midst of a crisis and assist professional responders. This course is ideal for those students interested in careers in leadership, government, law enforcement, EMT, firefighting, the military, and medical fields.

Military Crisis Response 102 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of Military Crisis Response 101

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

This is the second semester of a yearlong course that teaches basic emergency management and preparedness. Students will learn basic use of GPS, map reading, and land navigation skills for light search and rescue operations. Disaster medical operations, casualty care, and first aid techniques in the event of any natural disaster are covered in this course. Students will also learn leadership theory and application to enhance their new skills. With this training, students will get certified in CPR, AED, and Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) from FEMA. By taking this course, high school students will be prepared to assist their communities in the midst of a crisis and assist professional responders. This course is ideal for those students interested in careers in leadership, government, law enforcement, EMT, firefighting, the military, and medical fields.

Rifle Marksmanship 101 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ None

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

First semester course of a yearlong introduction to rifle marksmanship using air rifles. Students learn how the firearm functions, the main parts, how to correctly and safely operate it, sight alignment and adjustment, and correct breathing techniques. Shooting from the standing, kneeling, and prone positions are taught. Students will practice and work their way up to completing a regulation course of fire (3x10 shots) on the official air target and will complete a “final'' using the Olympic final round format. Throughout the course, students will learn about and be able to participate in JROTC shooting sports competitions including the opportunity to participate as a member of the Competition Rifle Team.

Certification: Washington State Hunter Safety

Rifle Marksmanship 102 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of Rifle Marksmanship 101

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

Second semester course of a yearlong introduction to rifle marksmanship using air rifles. Students learn how the firearm functions, the main parts, how to correctly and safely operate it, sight alignment and adjustment, and correct breathing techniques. Shooting from the standing, kneeling, and prone positions are taught. Students will practice and work their way up to completing a regulation course of fire (3x10 shots) on the official air target and will complete a “final'' using the Olympic final round format. Throughout the course, students will learn about and be able to participate in JROTC shooting sports competitions including the opportunity to participate as a member of the Competition Rifle Team.

Certification: Washington State Hunter Safety

Advanced Rifle Marksmanship 201 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of Rifle Marksmanship 102

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

Advanced Rifle Marksmanship offers the theory and practice of Three Position air rifle shooting. The curriculum includes sports physiology and the technical aspects of Olympic caliber competition rifles and equipment. Students also learn many components of leadership theory and application and aspects of peer coaching using the Army JROTC model. This course is offered to advanced competitive rifle shooters and requires instructor permission. This is the first semester of a yearlong course.

Advanced Rifle Marksmanship 202 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of Advanced Rifle Marksmanship 201

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

Advanced Rifle Marksmanship offers the theory and practice of Three Position air rifle shooting. The curriculum includes sports physiology and the technical aspects of Olympic caliber competition rifles and equipment. Students also learn many components of leadership theory and application and aspects of peer coaching using the Army JROTC model. This course is offered to advanced competitive rifle shooters and requires instructor permission. This is the second semester of a yearlong course.

Military Drill 101 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ None

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

This course teaches basic instruction including, individual and unit drill, manual of arms, instructing and teaching drill, and various other aspects of drill. This course concentrates on the elements of military drill and describes individual and group precision movements, procedures for saluting, drill, ceremonies, pass in review parades, and development of the command voice. Cadets are provided detailed instruction on ceremonial performance and protocol for civilian and military events and have the opportunity to personally learn Army drill concepts and procedures. Most of this course is hands-on learning and cadets will develop teamwork, self-discipline, pride, and esprit-de-corps.

You can continue a second semester to Advanced Military Drill.

Cadets must wear the uniform once weekly for a grade.

Advanced Military Drill 102 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of Military Drill 101

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

This course teaches advanced drill instruction including, individual and unit drill, manual of arms, instructing and teaching drill, and various other aspects of drill. This course concentrates on the elements of military drill and describes individual and group precision movements, procedures for saluting, drill, ceremonies, pass in review parades, and development of the command voice. Cadets are provided detailed instruction on ceremonial performance and protocol for civilian and military events and have the opportunity to personally learn Army drill concepts and procedures. Most of this course is hands-on learning and cadets will develop teamwork, self-discipline, pride, and esprit-de-corps.

You can continue a second semester to Advanced Military Drill.

Cadets must wear the uniform once weekly for a grade.

Can be taken multiple times.

Military Health ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credit Health and/or Career and Technical Education

Prerequisite ‐ None

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

This class is designed to give each participant a complete total body workout with a focus on military fitness activities. Students work to improve their cardiovascular fitness, increase their flexibility, and challenge their muscles increasing muscular endurance and strength. Health-related topics such as mental health, nutritious meal planning, eating disorders, diseases, drugs, alcohol, human sexuality, STDs, etc are also covered. After taking this class, students will walk away with the ability to keep their bodies healthy and fit for the rest of their lives. Students will certify/recertify in first aid/CPR/AED as part of this class.

Senior Cadet Leadership 301 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Performance in previous JROTC courses

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

In this capstone class, fourth-year cadets are responsible for the daily cadet administration and perform duties as commanders and staff officers. This Leadership Education and Training (LET) course is the capstone course of JROTC. In this course cadets are placed in command and staff positions within the Cadet Battalion organizational structure and are responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all Battalion events.They assist the instructors with other JROTC classes. Senior cadets continue to develop their leadership skills by planning special unit events such as the Veteran’s Day assembly, military ball, annual awards banquet as well as drill meets and Spring Camp (JCLC-JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge).

The performance standards in this course are based on the performance standards identified in the curriculum for the US Army JROTC. Successful completion of at least three units of credit in the Army JROTC program will qualify the student for advanced placement in a college ROTC program or accelerated promotion in the military service. Cadets must wear the uniform once weekly for a grade.

Senior Cadet Leadership 302 ‐ 0.5 Credit(s)

Duration ‐ One semester; 0.5 credits

Prerequisite ‐ Successful completion of Senior Cadet Leadership 301

Fees and Costs ‐ None

Course Overview

In this capstone class, fourth-year cadets are responsible for the daily cadet administration and perform duties as commanders and staff officers. This Leadership Education and Training (LET) course is the capstone course of JROTC. In this course cadets are placed in command and staff positions within the Cadet Battalion organizational structure and are responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all Battalion events.They assist the instructors with other JROTC classes. Senior cadets continue to develop their leadership skills by planning special unit events such as the Veteran’s Day assembly, military ball, annual awards banquet as well as drill meets and Spring Camp (JCLC-JROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge).

The performance standards in this course are based on the performance standards identified in the curriculum for the US Army JROTC. Successful completion of at least three units of credit in the Army JROTC program will qualify the student for advanced placement in a college ROTC program or accelerated promotion in the military service. Cadets must wear the uniform once weekly for a grade.