Introduction to the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses on the development of skills in the following areas: appreciation of the principles, values, and skills which underlie good citizenship, development of individual leadership potential through team participation, importance of maintaining good health, attention to detail, and development of both oral and written communication skills.

5517: JROTC Health and Wellness (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 focusing on fundamentals of leadership development, special areas of emphasis include exercise, nutrition, habits for a healthy lifestyle, first aid, and drug-alcohol awareness/avoidance.

5512: JROTC Leadership Development II (1 credit PAR, Gr. 10-12)

Prerequisite: JROTC Leadership Development I

Intermediate level of Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses on the development and application of skills in the following areas: appreciation of ethical principles which underlie good citizenship, continued development of individual leadership skills including planning and conducting small unit formations, physical fitness, and student led classroom peer instruction. Student leaders continue to develop the ability to work effectively in larger, more complex work groups. Time and resource management skills are introduced along with critical thinking and creative problem solving skills. Emphasis on development of effective and concise oral and written communication skills continues. Use of technology resources are introduced.

1529: Public Speaking/College Speech (0.5 credit ELE, Gr. 10-12, weighted) College Credit Available

This course is designed to improve students' public speaking skills in real-world communication situations. The class challenges students to become more effective speakers and listeners in a variety of communication tasks. Students will participate in group discussions, research, listening exercises, and prepare various speeches individually, and learn to both give and receive constructive criticism.

2405: Contemporary Issues (0.5 credit SOC, Gr. 10-12)

This course will focus on national and world news. As news events are discussed, emphasis will be placed on the roots of world and national situations, distinguishing between fact and opinion in the news, bias in news presentation, and recognition of various propaganda techniques used to sway public opinion. Research will be used to learn how national and international situations have developed and what proposals have been advanced to deal with these situations. Students who enroll in this course should be able to read at or above grade level, have good comprehension skills, and have the ability to think and analyze situations. They should be able to express themselves both verbally and in writing and be able and willing to participate in class discussions.

5117: Business Law (0.5 credit PAR, Gr. 10-12)

Prerequisite: Introduction to Business and Management

This course will teach students how the laws that govern business are relevant to their everyday lives. Specific areas include kinds of laws, crimes, laws for minors, laws for families, laws for consumers, contracts, bankruptcy, repossessions, employment contracts, discrimination, landlords, and cyber laws. This course will also discuss entrepreneurship law, family law, and criminal law. Additionally this course combines practical opportunities as well as expertise of a business organization. Students will work with the local community in order to apply practical applications of economics. Entrepreneurial possibilities are available within this course. Students will learn to make economical decisions, keep business records and documents, as well as market products targeting local economical issues and business careers.

1572: Public Law (0.5 credit PAR, Grade 10-12)

This course is designed to allow the student to examine his/her place in the legal system. Course content will deal with how the law and the judicial system directly affect the individual as a well as individual rights and responsibilities under our legal system. Topics include: why law, where law comes from, different types of law, the criminal justice system, juvenile law, etc. Real world applications of these concepts will be explored as they deal with individuals in society.

5513: JROTC Leadership Development III (1 credit PAR, Gr. 11-12)

Prerequisite: JROTC Leadership Development II

Advanced level of Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses on the development and application of skills in the following areas: demonstration of principles that underlie good citizenship, development of an understanding of the federal government, and further development of leadership skills and potential by participating as a formal classroom leader and peer instructor for junior cadets. Students further develop their understanding of responsibilities and skills necessary to lead larger formations. 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 for learning, leading, and management continues.

5515: JROTC Leadership Education and Training Honors (1 credit PAR, Gr. 12)

Course enrollment via staff recommendation only

Prerequisite: grade of C or better in JROTC Leadership Development III

This course is composed of cadet leaders who function as program peer leaders and operational staff principals. These cadet leaders operate under close facilitation of the Senior Army Instructor. This class provides the opportunity for cadet leaders to plan, organize, and coordinate 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 periodic inspections and assessments, maintenance of cadet records, program logistical requirements, program public relations and effective orchestration of integrated co-curricular teams. Course instruction is focused on techniques of counseling, conflict resolution, principles and methods of instruction, effective listening, extemporaneous speaking, development of lesson plans, and advanced leadership principles.

5514: JROTC Leadership Development IV (1 credit PAR, Gr. 12)

Prerequisite: JROTC Leadership Development III

Application of Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) focuses 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, providing proponent staff support to senior/executive decision makers, and develop an understanding of and ability to use management performance indicators and metrics. Students will demonstrate skill at using oral and written communication to determine positive organizational outcomes, issue effective orders, plans, and operational guidance. Students will serve as senior peer role models and leaders for cadets of junior experience.