COURSE NAME: AFJROTC I, II, III, IV
The Mission of Air Force JROTC is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.
CREDIT HOURS: 1 Physical Education or Elective Credit for the entire year (must complete both semesters)
INSTRUCTOR’S NAMES: Lt Col Byrl Engel and MSgt Jimmy Zissa
REQUIRED TEXT AND MATERIALS:
Aerospace Science (AS): The Science of Flight, V-7525T
Management of the Cadet Corps (Seniors only; no text)
Leadership Education (LE) II: Communication, Awareness and Leadership, V-7201T
AF Manual 36-2203, Personnel Drill & Ceremonies, V-2627T (available electronically)
Cadet Guide
Notebook, pen or pencil
COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course consists of three components: Aerospace Science (40%), Leadership Education (40%), and Wellness / Physical Fitness (20%).
Aerospace Science (Course: The Science of Flight) & Management of Cadet Corps
This is an introductory course focusing on how airplanes fly, how weather conditions affect flight, flight and the human body and flight navigation. The course is designed to complement materials taught in math, physics, and other science-related courses and is aligned with the National Science Education Standards, the Math Standards and Expectations, and ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Students. Management of the Cadet Corps involves seniors (fourth year cadets). This hands-on experience affords cadets the opportunity to put theories of previous leadership courses into practice. Planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, controlling and decision-making will be done by cadets.
Leadership Education (Course: Communication, Awareness and Leadership) & Drill and Ceremonies
The LE-200 textbook stresses communications skills and cadet corps activities. Much information is provided on communicating effectively, understanding groups and teams, preparing for leadership, solving conflicts and problems, and personal development. Written reports and speeches compliment the academic materials. Cadet corps activities include holding positions of greater responsibility in the planning and execution of corps projects. Drill and Ceremonies concentrates on the elements of military drill, ceremonies, reviews, parades and development of the command voice.
The Health & Wellness / Physical Fitness portion will incorporate the Cadet Health and Wellness Program (CHWP). The CHWP is an exercise program focused upon individual base line improvements with the goal of achieving a Presidential Physical Fitness standard calculated with age and gender. The goal of the CHWP is to motivate JROTC cadets to lead active, healthy lifestyles beyond program requirements and into their adult lives. Cadets will be given the opportunity to put into practice the wellness concepts that are taught in Leadership Education. Students will wear the Air Force JROTC uniform weekly (Tuesday or Wednesday) and the issued PT uniform on Fridays.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Aerospace Science: The Science of Flight
Objectives:
1. Analyze the elements of flight.
Chapter 1 (Fall semester)
2. Evaluate how atmospheric conditions affect flight.
Chapter 2 (Fall semester)
3. Evaluate how flight affects the human body.
Chapter 3 (Spring semester)
4. Analyze flight navigation and the purpose of aerial navigation aids.
Chapter 4 (Spring semester)
Aerospace Science: Management of the Cadet Corps (seniors only)
Objectives:
1. Apply theories and techniques learned in previous leadership courses.
2. Analyze how to develop leadership and management competency through participation.
3. Analyze strengthened organizational skills through active incorporation.
4. Evaluate how to develop confidence in ability by exercising decision-making skills.
5. Evaluate Air Force standards, discipline and conduct.
Leadership Education II: Communication, Awareness and Leadership
Objectives:
1. Apply the key factors of effective communications.
UNIT 1: Chapters 1-2 (Fall semester)
2. Know the ways in which personal awareness affects individual actions.
UNIT 2: Chapters 3-4 (Fall semester)
3. Know the key elements of building and encouraging effective teams.
UNIT 3: Chapters 5-6 (Spring semester)
4. Apply the key behaviors for becoming a credible and competent leader.
UNIT 4: Chapters 7-8 (Spring semester)
Leadership Education: Drill and Ceremonies
Objectives:
1. Know the importance of drill and ceremonies.
2. Know basic commands and characteristics of the command voice.
3. Apply and execute the concepts and principles of basic drill positions and movements.
4. Know when and how to salute.
5. Apply the principles and procedures of drill movements used with smaller units to the movement of a squadron.
6. Know the purpose and definition of ceremonies and parades.
Wellness and Physical Fitness
Objectives:
1. Motivate AFJROTC cadets to lead active, healthy lifestyles beyond program requirements and into their adult lives.
2. Create an individualized training program based on national standards by age and gender.
3. Identify areas of improvements for each cadet and provide guidance for improvement.
4. Incorporate a physical training program to reach fitness goals.
UNIFORM DAY: TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY and Special Events as directed by the SASI. Cadets are required to wear their Physical Training uniform on Fridays.
GRADING PROCEDURES: Grades from the Aerospace Science portion of the course count 40% of the AFJROTC final grade and will be graded by the SASI and/or ASI. The Leadership Education portion of the grade counts 40% of the final grade and will be graded by the ASI and/or SASI. The Health & Wellness portion of the program counts for the remaining 20% of the final grade and will be graded by the SASI and/or ASI. Drill will be evaluated by the ASI and/or SASI. HABITUAL NON-WEAR OF THE UNIFORM AND FAILURE TO MAINTAIN STANDARDS WILL RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE AND DISMISSAL FROM THE PROGRAM. Grades will be computed in accordance with standard WISD grading policy.
GRADING SCALE: As set by the Texas State Board of Education
Grade Percentage Required
A 90 and above
B 80-89
C 75-79
D 70-74
F 69 and below
MAJOR GRADES
Uniform Wear; Exams; Special Events / Parades
DAILY GRADES
Attendance & Participation; Quizzes; Homework / Classwork
UNIFORM WEAR (Major Grade): Uniform wear is a large part of the Air Force JROTC program. ALL cadets are required to wear the appropriate uniform each Tuesday or Wednesday, from the start of the school day until released. Make-up day for excused absences on uniform day is the following class day. There will be no uniform make-up for unexcused absences. Failing to wear the uniform all day may result in a “0” (zero) grade for that uniform day. Multiple failures to wear your uniform can lead to disenrollment from the course. Cadets are required to wear their issued Physical Fitness uniforms (issued t-shirt) on Fridays unless otherwise directed. Failure to turn in uniforms by the end of the course/year will result in the student will being placed on the “Fines/Holds” list until the uniforms are paid for / returned.
EXAMS (Major Grade): Tests will be a comprehensive assessment of all materials taught. These tests will cover the concepts taught in all portions (AS, LE, Wellness) of the AFJROTC curriculum.
SPECIAL EVENTS / PARADES (Major Grade): There will be special events throughout the school year which cadets will be expected to participate in. The level of involvement, motivation and performance each cadet displays in such event can have a positive impact on their individual grades as well as the school AFJROTC program.
CLASS ATTENDANCE, PREPARATION AND PARTICIPATION (Daily Grade): Today’s workforce does not earn a paycheck unless they show up ready for work. Cadets earn grades commensurate with their class participation and effort. Cadets who are not present or prepared cannot participate fully in class. This is especially key to drill and physical fitness. Class preparation includes cadet adherence to proper grooming standards daily as outlined in Air Force Instruction and school dress code.
QUIZZES (Daily Grade): Daily quizzes may be administered throughout the course. Quizzes will cover all material taught since the last quiz or test.
HOMEWORK/CLASSWORK (Daily Grade): Assignments are due at the beginning of the class period, unless otherwise directed or the cadet has an excused absence that day. For excused absences, the assignment will be due on the next class day that the cadet is present. Assignments not turned in on the due date because of an unexcused absence will receive a “0” (zero) grade for that assignment.
COMMUNITY SERVICE: Cadets will have multiple opportunities to perform Air Force JROTC sponsored community service during each semester.
CURRICULUM IN ACTION TRIPS (CIA)/FIELD TRIPS: Throughout the semester, the cadets will have opportunities to participate in school-sponsored activities that serve as an extension of the AFJROTC curriculum. These trips may include US Air Force installation visits, USS Lexington, NASA, etc. Cadets must be in good disciplinary standing to participate.
CLASS BEHAVIOR: The nature of the AFJROTC mission, as well as its high visibility within the school and community, requires members to adhere to higher standards than might be found among the student population. Inappropriate behavior, in or out of uniform, is prohibited while in participating in AFJROTC. This behavior includes, but is not limited to, consuming alcohol, drug abuse, tobacco use, horseplay, public displays of affection, fighting, disparaging remarks, insubordination, disrespect, verbal threats and physical attacks.
CELL PHONES: Cell phone policy is in accordance with WISD and Wharton HS policies. Cell phones must remain turned off and out of sight during the instructional day. Students who use the telecommunications device during the school day will have the device confiscated. Parents may pick up the confiscated device from the assistant principal’s office for a fee of $15. Any student who refuses to turn over their cell phone will be considered insubordinate and will receive additional disciplinary consequences.
BASIC RULES:
1. Class time is for class activities.
2. Listen when someone else is talking.
3. Respect your classmates.
EXPECTATIONS FOR CADETS:
1. Be on time…to class, scheduled events, practices, etc.
2. Maintain loyalty…to the AFJROTC Corps, school, and your values.
3. Practice discipline…no eating, drinking or chewing gum in the classroom.
4. Adhere to standards…wearing hats or sunglasses indoors is prohibited.
5. Be professional…no horseplay in the AFJROTC areas.
CLASSROOM PROCEDURES:
1. Enter the classroom and proceed directly to your desk.
2. Place books / backpacks under your desk and begin assignment.
3. When bell rings, stand at the position of “Parade Rest” at the rear of your desk.
4. The section commander / sergeant will call the class to “Attention” when the instructor approaches and state “Report”.
5. The elements will report.
6. The section leader will lead the Pledge of Allegiance for both the American and Texas flags.
7. The section leader will report to the SASI/ASI.
8. The section leader will place the cadets in their seats with the command “Seats”.
9. Approximately two minutes before the class dismissal bell rings, the instructor will direct the section leader to prepare the class for dismissal.
10. Upon “Prepare for Dismissal”, cadets will stop class work and put books and classroom materials away. Cadets will clean up their desks, pick up any trash in the immediate vicinity of their desks, align their desks with others in their element, and prepare to stand for dismissal, and assume “Parade Rest”.
11. When the bell rings or at the signal of the instructor, the section commander / sergeant will call the flight to “Attention” and lead the “Wharton Yell”.
12. After the SASI/ASI states “Dismiss the Flight”, section leader will dismiss the flight. Cadets can then retrieve their personal belongings and depart classroom.
13. Always use the titles Sir / Ma’am when addressing AFJROTC instructors and senior ranking cadets.
14. Always bring your required items to class (notebook, pen / pencil, textbook, etc).
15. Wear the correct uniform on the appropriate day.
16. Place personal belongings under your desk – nothing in the aisle.
17. Raise your hand and wait to be acknowledged.
18. Remain in your seat unless given permission to move about the room.
19. Always use the trashcan to dispose of trash. If you see trash, clean it up.
20. Contact an AFJROTC instructor prior to (when possible) or immediately after an absence from class to determine makeup requirements.
21. Upon a PA announcement, section commander / sergeant states “At Ease” and all talking / movement will cease during the announcement.
22. If a cadet becomes suddenly ill, he / she should immediately notify the instructor. The instructor will take appropriate actions to ensure medical assistance.
23. Any cadet who must depart the classroom for any reason must contact an instructor to obtain permission and a written pass (as required).
24. In the event of a substitute teacher, cadets will remain professional and respectful of all instruction. The section commander / sergeant is expected to assist the substitute upon request.
25. Response to fire drills, severe weather and emergency situations will be in accordance with the WHS Student Handbook and posted classroom instructions. Cadets should listen closely for instructor direction(s).
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