JROTC in PISD

  • Course Description

    The Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program is designed to prepare high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities and privileges as American citizens. The curriculum will include strategies to help students improve communication skills, enhance social and ethical values, promote character development and physical fitness, and help develop an "appreciation of teamwork through instruction in drill and ceremonies." Other activities may include parades, drill team competitions and various outdoor activities. The course will help prepare high school students for ROTC in college and prepare them for life.

    • Duration: Eight Semesters (four school years)
    • Time and Frequency: One class period
    • Grade Placement:  9-12
    • Amount of Credit: 1/2 to 1 1/2 credits may be used to count as State Elective Credit or Physical Education Credit
    • Prerequisites: 14 years of age or 9th Grade, Physically capable to participate in physical exercise such as marching, running, and conditioning

  • Objectives: The student will:

    • Develop an appreciation of the ethical values and principles that underline good citizenship which include integrity, responsibility and respect.
    • Participate in activities that teach Flag Etiquette.
    • Increase the potential for becoming a good leader.
    • Learn to live and work cooperatively with others.
    • Expand the ability to think logically and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Develop a better understanding of "Patriotism" and what it means to be an American.
    • Become more informed about the importance of first aid, physical health, proper diet, and nutrition.
    • Engage in activities that foster pride, self-respect, confidence, self-discipline and the desire to do one's best.
    • Gain exposure to current events and world affairs that help shape the future of the country.
    • Participate in drill and ceremonies.
    • Develop a selfless service attitude by giving time and energy to the community and school.

  • Course Outline:

    • Communication
    • Social skills and values
    • Friendship and respect for others
    • Introduction to leadership and character
    • Teamwork and group dynamics
    • Discipline and drill
    • Physical fitness
    • United States Flag, customs and courtesies
    • Introduction to laws and citizenship
    • First aid and drug prevention
    • Goal setting and career opportunities
    • Community Service
    • Extracurricular activities
    • Drug and alcohol prevention
    • Introduction to highway safety and road map reading

  • Description of Activities and Resources

    • Interactive classroom instruction
    • Service learning
    • School Service
    • Community Service
    • Ceremonies and Social Functions
    • Drill Competition
    • Physical Fitness Competition
    • Marksmanship Competition
    • Color Guard Competition
    • Field Trips
    • Forums and guest speakers
    • JCLC (Junior Cadet Leadership Camp)

  • PISD JROTC Yearly Activities

    • Officer Candidate School
    • Noncommissioned Officer School
    • Officer Commissioning Ceremony
    • Noncommissioned Officer Promotion Ceremony
    • Unit Picnic
    • PISD College Night
    • School Service (Pep Rally's, Sport Events, Etc.)
    • Community Service
    • Service Learning
    • Fund Raising
    • Statewide Drill Competitions in:
      • Armed Drill
      • Unarmed Drill
      • Color Guard
      • Air Rifle
      • Physical Fitness
      • Orienteering
      • Academics
    • Plano Christmas Parade
    • Annual Patriotic Awards and Change of Command Ceremony
    • Military Ball
    • JCLC (Junior Cadet Leadership Camp)