Citizenship

& LEADERSHIP

 

Appreciate the ethical values that underlie good citizenship.  Citizenship is taught through a study of history and government, demonstrates the importance of commitment and strengthens your character and resolve. 

 

Develop leadership potential and learn to live and work cooperatively with others. Teamwork and leadership are essential to the smooth operation of any organization.  You will learn leadership to increase your skills, not only to lead, but to work as a member of a team.

 

Think logically and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. You will learn important skills in writing, reading, and test taking that will improve your academic performance. You will also learn life skills that will assist you in the modern world.

 

Appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health. Fitness, wellness, and good nutrition are ncecessary to perform as a citizen and a leader.  JROTC will teach you what needs to be done to become fit and to maintain that fitness.  

 

Understand ways to resist negative peer pressure and support others.  It is one thing to know how to make better choices for yourself and another to teach others to do the same.  Through service learning you will be able to help others to develop the positive strategies you have learned that will enhance their quality of life.

 

Develop mental management abilities.   You will be able to assess your skills and learn to make more logical, positive decisions and choices.  You will learn how to set goals and develop an action plan that will help you to achieve those goals.  As you become a better citizen, a better leader, and a better team member, your self-esteem will rise.  

 

Become familiar with military history as it relates to America's culture and with the history, purpose, and structure of the military services. Learn not only about important events in our history, but also about their effect on our society.  

 

Understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future.  Develop the means and motivation to graduate from high school and to pursue a meaningful life.  

 

Learn about college and other advanced educational employment opportunities and develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team. You will learn about the many varied opportunities that are available to you upon graduation.  The foundation and competency skills required to work effectively are ingrained throughout the curriculum.