Public Services Academy: Leadership (JROTC) Pathway
5511: JROTC Leadership Development I (RLD I) (1 credit PAR, Gr. 9-12)
Introduction to the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses on and motivates the development of skills in the following areas: appreciation of principles, values and skills which underlie active good citizenship, develop individual leadership potential through participation as a team member, appreciation of the importance of maintaining good health, develop proficiency in skills required to work effectively and successfully as a member of a team, develop a sense of attention to detail, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
5512: JROTC Leadership Development II, (RLD II) (1 credit PAR, Gr. 10-12)
Prerequisite: RLD I
Intermediate development level in Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses on and motivates the development and application of skills in the following areas: appreciation of ethical principles which underlie good citizen- ship and leadership, continued development of individual leadership skill while participating as a small group leader responsible to plan, conduct and lead small unit formations (squad, platoon sized) physical fitness, and student led classroom peer instruction. Student leaders continue to develop the ability to work effectively in larger, more complex work groups. Team members will develop the ability to undertake and be successful in confronting increasingly more complex and demanding tasks. Students begin to exercise concurrent, multi-directional “leader- led” skills. Time and resource management skills are introduced to the leadership development program. Critical thinking and creative problem solving skills are introduced. Emphasis on development of effective, clear oral and writ- ten communication skills continues. Introduction to advanced technology resources and tools for learning, instruction, leading and management begins.
5513: JROTC Leadership Development III, (RLD III) (1 credit PAR, Gr. 11-12)
Prerequisite: RLD II
Advanced development in Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses on and motivates the development and application of skill in the following areas: demonstration of principles that underlie good citizenship, development of an understanding of the federal government, further development of leadership skills and potential by participating as a formal classroom leader and peer instructor/trainer for junior cadets. Students further develop their understanding of responsibilities and skills necessary to lead increasingly larger for formations, fitness training, classroom tasks, and projects. Size and complexity of assigned tasks for work groups increases. Students continue to improve oral and written communication skills. Use of technology resources as tools to learning, leading and management continues. Students develop multi-media informational, decision and instructional briefings.
5514: JROTC Leadership Development IV (RLD IV) (1 credit PAR, Gr. 12)
Prerequisite: RLD III
Application of Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) course knowledge focused on the following areas: demonstration of ethical reasoning and decision-making, application of leadership principles to senior leader roles, supervising and leading the complex multi-layered work groups (multi-company, battalion sized units), providing proponent staff support to senior/executive decision maker, develop an understanding of and ability to use management performance indicators and metrics. Demonstrate skill at using oral and written communication to determine positive organizational outcomes, issue effective orders, plans, and operational guidance. Serve as senior peer role model and leader for cadets of junior experience. DUAL-CREDIT OPTION– Completion of this course with a grade of “B” or better, plus completion of additional academic requirements and successful execution of an approved service learning project qualifies students to apply for dual course credit from University Colorado- Colorado Springs for the course LEAD 151,Character Education , for up to 2 credit hours of academic credit (student responsible for payment fee). Contact instructor for additional information and support with the dual-credit option.
5515: JROTC Leadership Education and Training Honors - Staff, (1 credit PAR, Gr. 10-12)
Prerequisite: C average or above in RLD III
Course is composed of senior grade/ranked “key-man” cadet leaders who function as program peer leaders and operational staff principals. These cadet leaders operate under close facilitation of the Senior Army Instructor. Class provides the opportunity for cadet leaders to plan, organize, and coordinate and resource program wide operations, events and classes. Cadet leaders are responsible for instruction of basic cadet skills, development of proper classroom demeanor, peer critique of subordinate cadet performance, conduct of periodic inspections and assessments, maintenance of cadet records, program logistical requirements, program public relations and effective orchestration of integrated co-curricular teams. Instruction is focused on techniques of counseling, conflict resolution techniques, principles and methods of instruction, techniques of effective listening, extemporaneous speaking, development of lesson plans, and advanced leadership principles. DUAL- CREDIT OPTION- Completion of this course with a grade of “B” or better, plus completion of additional academic requirements and successful execution of an approved service learning project qualifies students to apply for dual course credit from University Colorado-Colorado Springs for the course LEAD 499/599, Special Topics in Leadership: Organization Leadership in a Stressful Environment for up to 2 credit hours of academic credit (student responsible for payment fee). Contact instructor for additional information and support with the dual-credit option.
5516: JROTC Personal Finance (0.5 credit PAR. and 0.5 credit FIN, Gr. 10-12)
This course examines the positive linkage between effective leader development, responsible citizenship and success in personal finance fundamentals. Along with introduction to leadership and leadership principles this course provides instruction and skills development in basic financial planning, development of positive financial behaviors, and sound money management skills necessary to establish and achieve financial goals, plan for, understand, and attain financial maturity and establish the basis for a secure future. Students develop a basic working knowledge of personal budgeting; understand the value of insurance, and understand the relationship of savings and investing as components of financial security. A basic introduction to banks and banking assists students to meet the performance standards mandated for personal finance as a pre-condition to graduation.
DUAL-CREDIT OPTION– Completion of this course with a grade of “B” or better, plus completion of additional academic requirements and successful execution of an approved service learning project qualifies students to apply for dual course credit from University Colorado- Colorado Springs for the course LEAD 150, Personal Management for up to 2 credit hours of academic credit (student responsible for payment fee). Contact instructor for additional information and support with the dual-credit option.
5517: JROTC Health and Wellness (0.5 credit PAR. and 0.5 credit HLT, Gr. 9-12)
This course examines the positive linkage between personal wellness, good health habits and effective leader development. In addition to focus on fundamentals of leadership development special emphasis areas of focus include exercise, nutrition, and habits for a healthy lifestyle, first aid, and drug-alcohol awareness/avoidance.