The Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps is a cadet-run program funded by the US Navy, dedicated to teaching High School students the importance of leadership, teamwork, and citizenship in military and nonmilitary operations. The NJROTC program was established by Public Law in 1964 which may be found in Title 10, U.S. The program is conducted at accredited secondary schools throughout the n
ation, and taught by instructors who are retired Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard officers and enlisted personnel. The NJROTC is a cadet-run program and its accredited curriculum emphasizes citizenship and leadership development, as well as our maritime heritage, the significance of sea power, and naval topics such as the fundamentals of naval operations, seamanship, navigation and meteorology. Classroom instruction is augmented throughout the year by extra-curricular activities of community service, academic, athletic, drill and orienteering competitions, field meets, flights, visits to naval bases or other activities; marksmanship, sports training, and physical fitness training. Our goals for you as cadets are:
• To appreciate the ethical values and principles that underlines good citizenship.
• To develop leadership potential, while living and working cooperatively with others.
• To be able to think logically and to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• To appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintain good health.
• To understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future, and learn about college and other advance educational and employment opportunities.
• To develop mental management abilities.
• To become familiar with military history as it relates to America’s culture, and understand the history, purpose, and structure of military services.
• To develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team. This year there will be many opportunities for you to get involved in one of our many teams such as:
• National Academic Team
• National Cyber Patriot Team
• National Air Rifle Team
• Sea perch
• Volleyball
• Unarmed drill team
• Color guard
• Physical Fitness Team
You can also get involved in many of our fun events this year:
• Military Veterans ball
• Color guard events
• Team competition
• Basic Leadership Training Camp Parks
• Bulldog Challenge
• Community service events
• Homecoming/Christmas Parades
• Salvation Army Bell Ringing
