Title of Course: JUNIOR CADET CORPS
Description of Course: The Junior Cadet Corps program
is designed to prepare
middle school students for responsible leadership
roles while making them aware of
their rights, responsibilities and
privileges as American citizens. The curriculum will
include strategies to
help students improve communication skills, enhance social and
ethical
values, promote character development and physical fitness, and help
develop
an “appreciation of teamwork through instruction in drill and
ceremonies.”
Other activities may include parades, drill team competitions
and various outdoor
activities. The course will help prepare middle school
students for Junior ROTC in
high school.
Duration: Two semesters (one school year)
Description of Course: The Junior Cadet Corps program is
designed to prepare
middle school students for responsible leadership roles
while making them aware of
Time and Frequency: One class period (traditional or block)
Grade Placement: 7- 8
Amount of Credit: Substitute for PE
Prerequisites: NA
Develop an appreciation of the ethical values and principles
that underlie good
citizenship which include integrity, responsibility and
respect.
Participate in activities that teach the rules of 'displaying
the flag."
Increase the potential for becoming a good leader.
Learn to live and work cooperatively with others.
Expand the ability to think logically and to communicate
effectively both orally and
in writing.
Develop a better understanding of 'patriotism" and what it
means to be an
American.
Become more informed about the importance of first aid,
physical conditioning,
proper diet and nutrition.
Engage in activities that foster pride, self-respect,
confidence, serf-discipline and
the desire to do one's best.
Gain exposure to current events and world affairs that help
shape the future ot the country.
School
Participate in drill and ceremonies.
Course Outline:
Communication
Social Skills and Values
Friendship and Respect for Others
Introduction to Leadership and Character
Teamwork and Group Dynamics
Discipline and Drill
Physical Fitness
United States Flag Customs and Courtesies
First Aid and Drug Prevention
Goal Setting and Career Opportunities
Community Services
Extracurricular Activities
Drug and Alcohol Prevention
Introduction to Highway Safety and Road Map Reading
Description of Activities and Resources: Lecture, laboratory
and community
service (involving leadership, character education, discipline
drill, service learning.
patriotism, competition, various outdoor activities,
adventure training, field trips,
forums and guest speakers).
Introduction to Laws and 'Citizenship
Objectives: The student will:
Qualifications of Teacher: Certified Teacher (either active or
former) United States
or National Guard Reserves or certified JROTC
instructor. *The particular branch of
service is immaterial.
Special Notes:
• The Junior Cadet Corps will
substitute for physical education in Grades 7-8 the same as JROTC does in high
school.
