Junior ROTC

Leadership Education & Training (LET) 3& 7

James Clemens High School / Teacher: / Colonel (ret) Courtney Taylor
11306 County Line Road
Madison, AL 35756 / Email: /
Phone: / 256-216-5313 ext. 95259
I. / Course Description: / US Army JROTC is a participatory, dynamic, and student (cadet) led course that affords students the opportunity to participate in their education. The program provides tools and skills to succeed in high school and beyond while motivating young people to be bettercitizens.
II. / Course Objectives: /
  • strengthen leadership
  • sharpen oral and written communication skills
  • gain confidence through teaching other junior cadets
  • learn team work and camaraderie
  • focus on planning and executing major projects
  • improve diet and physical fitness
  • enhance discipline

III. / Classroom Expectations: / Student cadets are expected to be on time, come prepared for class, and remain enthusiastic. Students will lead and follow and have the chance to hold a leadership position in the program. Senior cadets will often be the primary instructors and trainers for junior cadets as part of the leadership development aspect of the JROTC program. LET 7s are the primary trainers for LET 3s.
Accommodations:
Requests for accommodations for this course or any school event are welcomed from students and parents.
Concerning laptop utilization:
1. Student laptops should not be hard wired to the network or have print capabilities.
2. Use of discs, flash drives, jump drives, or other USB devices will not be allowed on Madison City computers.
3. Neither the teacher, nor the school is responsible for broken, stolen, or lost laptops.
4. Laptops and other electronic devices will be used at the individual discretion of the teacher.
IV. / Grading Policy: / Test grades will account for 70% of the 9-weeks grade, with the remaining 30% being determined by quiz/daily grades. The grading scale is as follows: A (90-100), B (80-89), C (70-79), D (65-69), and F (below 65). Grades will be a reflection of mastery of the standards. Make sure all absences are excused as class work can be made up and graded for excused absences only.
V. / Make-up Test Policy: / To be determined
VI. / Text and Other Required Reading: / Army JROTCLET 3 text books and student handouts/ workbook, Cadet Reference (US Army Cadet Command), Army Pocket Physical Training Guide, Field Manual 22-30: Drill and Ceremonies
VII. / Materials and Supplies Needed: / Require maintenance and accountability of uniform(s), physical training (PE-type) clothes, and select issued text books
18 – WEEK PLAN*
Week 1 /
  • Class & Program Overview, Organization, and Objectives, Emergency Response, SOP, Fill-out Forms
  • Cadet ChallengeTraining Diagnostic Test Instructions
  • Drill and Ceremonies
  • JUMS Management and Duties
  • Basic Command & Staff Principles, Duties, Responsibilities
  • Draw Uniforms; Life Skills (Thinking Maps & Major Projects)

Week 2 /
  • Celebrating Differences – Culture & Diversity
  • Performance Indicators
  • Physical Training (Cadet Challenge Training & Diagnostic Test) and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Goal Setting & Major Projects)

Week 3 /
  • Negotiating
  • Decision making and Problem Solving
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (ASVAB & Scholarships/ College Application Process & Prep; JUMS Management)

Week 4 /
  • Platoon Drill
  • Taking Charge
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (ASVAB & Scholarships/ College Application Process & Prep; JUMS Management)

Week 5 /
  • Becoming a Better Writer
  • Creating better Speeches
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (ASVAB & Scholarships/ College Application Process & Prep or Work on Major Projects)

Week 6 /
  • Becoming a Better Speaker
  • Squad Drill
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Life Skills (Orienteering)

Week 7 /
  • Managing Anger
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Platoon Drill & Stationary and Marching with the Parade Rifle (mock)
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Life Skills (Orienteering and Map Reading)

Week 8 /
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Violence Prevention
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Tie Neck Tie and Greeting; Work on Major Projects)

Week 9 /
  • Career Exploration Strategy and Development Portfolio
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills(Interviews)

Week 10 /
  • Military Career Opportunities
  • College Preparation
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Colonel Taylor & Sgt Major McCray: Leadership Lessons)

Week 11 /
  • Making the Right Choices
  • Goals and Goal Setting
  • Thinking Maps - review
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Knots)

Week 12 /
  • Time Management
  • Cadet Etiquette Guide
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Knots)

Week 13 /
  • Financial Planning: Your Road Map
  • Budgeting; Don’t Go Broke
  • Cadet Challenge
  • Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Check and Modify Goals)

Week 14 /
  • Savings and Investments: Your Money at Work
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Writing for College and Career)

Week 15 /
  • Leadership Choices, Decisions, and Consequences
  • Ethical Choices, Decisions, and Consequences
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Writing for College and Career)

Week 16 /
  • Global Citizenship Choices, Decisions, and Consequences
  • Historical Timeline: Choices, Decisions, and Consequences
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (Work on Major Projects)

Week 17 /
  • Orientation to Service Learning
  • Plan and Train for Your Exploratory Project
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (MiIitary Courtesies & Customs, Manners, Etiquette, and Dining-Outs)

Week
18 /
  • Project Reflection and Integration (AAR)
  • Physical Training and Leadership; Drill and Ceremonies; Life Skills (MiIitary Courtesies & Customs, Manners, Etiquette, and Dining-Outs)

* The syllabus serves as a guide for both the teacher and student; however, during the term it may become necessary to make additions, deletions, or substitutions. Adequate notice will be provided to students of any necessary changes.

Dear Parent/Guardian,

We look forward to having another great year and program. We feel fortunate to have your son/daughter in our class this semester and hope that you will contact us should you have any concerns about the progress of your son/daughter or any aspect of the instruction. Please note that all JROTC uniform items, including rank, name tapes & tags, insignia, crests, arc pins, and patches are all required for turn-in at the end of the course or when the cadet separates from the program. A list of the costs for various uniform items is available.

Please read the attached policies with your son/ daughter, then sign and date this signature page and have your son/daughter return this form. Please provide a current e-mail address and phone number at which we can contact you should the need arise. Please contact us at school with any concerns.

Thank you,

Colonel Taylor & Sergeant Major McCray

My child and I have read and discussed the classroom syllabus.

Student Name (Print) ______Date______

Student Signature______Date______

Parent/Guardian Name (Print)______Date______

Parent/Guardian Signature______Date______

Email address______(w) ______(h)

Phone number______(w) ______(h) ______(c)

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