MEMORANDUM FOR: Cadets and Parents/Guardians
SUBJECT: JROTC Syllabus
1. The purpose of this memorandum is to clarify the expectations, grading policies and procedures for the JROTC Program. At all times, Cadet Command directives will be adhered to in order to maintain the utmost pride in all JROTC programs.
2. MISSION: The Mission of the US Army JROTC program is “to motivate young people to be better citizens.” The program instills in students in United States secondary educational institutions the Values of Citizenship, Service to the Nation, Personal Responsibility and a Sense of Accomplishment. For over 100 years, Army JROTC Cadets have made tremendous contributions to our nation’s youth. Cadets who are a part of the program demonstrate higher attendance rates, higher grade point averages, higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, and lower disciplinary issues.
3. INSTRUCTORS:
Senior Army Instructor/PT Team/Drill Coach: CSM Walter L. Edwards, Sr. wedwards@beau.k12.la.us
Army Instructor/Color Guard Team/Drill Coach: SFC Rayford A. Jackson rajackson@beau.k12.la.us
4. GRADING POLICY: In this course each assignment will be graded on the standard SBHS 50-100 scale determining your level of mastery of the skills based on Army and Cadet Command directives, annual unit report requirements, and JROTC Program Accreditation requirements.
90-100= Advanced Proficiency
80-89= Proficient
70-79= Approaching Proficiency
60-69= Limited evidence of proficiency
50-59= Needs improvement of proficiency
You will be given measures that will provide evidence of your mastery toward the skills listed. These pieces of evidence will be compiled for each skill and a final grade will be determined by a combination of your average proficiency levels for each skill, the business rule for earning credit, and our professional determination of your skills and knowledge. Business Rule for Earning Credit: In order to pass the class, you must show proficiency (70 or higher) in over half of the skills you are being evaluated on. If you do not achieve sufficient proficiency in over half of the standards below you will not receive credit for the course.
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Gradebook Category
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Skill Examples
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Remarks
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Leadership Knowledge
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Assessments (Quiz/Test), Cadet Portfolio Assignments, Final Exam
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IAW CCR 145-2
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Uniform and Inspection
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Wear of Uniform, Grooming Standards, Inspection Knowledge and Conduct
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IAW CCR 145-2
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Fitness & Drill
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Cadet Challenge, Leading Fitness Training, Drill Instruction, Drill Exams
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IAW CCR 145-2
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Leadership, Conduct and Character
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Attributes and Competencies of Leadership, Individual Conduct, Military Bearing and Courtesy, Living up to the Army Values
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IAW CCR 145-2
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5. LATE/MISSING WORK POLICY: Evidence is a key component in determining student proficiency and not all students will learn on the same timeline. Therefore, there will be no penalty for late work turned in by the end of the lesson, usually 1 week from the time it is assigned. We will continue to allow flexible demonstrations of learning and adjust gradebooks accordingly based on individual circumstances and updates to school policy.
6. UNIFORM WEAR/APPEARANCE: US Army JROTC Cadets wear an Army uniform to promote pride and esprit de corps. While in uniform, you must adhere to US Army regulatory guidance found in Cadet Command Regulation (CCR) 145-2 which itself is based on Army uniform regulations. JROTC grooming standards are designed to promote esprit de corps, maintain uniformity, and allow for the wear of all types of headgear and protective equipment. JROTC regulations are non-discriminatory. They support fairness and equality for all Cadets.
a. Cadets will wear Class A or B uniforms as directed by the JROTC Instructor group, normally on Wednesdays. No other wear of the uniform is authorized unless an instructor grants prior approval.
(1) Class A Uniform. The Class A uniform is generally worn for inspections in the winter. The Class A uniform is also worn during ceremonies, social functions, and formal inspections. The Class B uniform is always worn under the Class A uniform. The tie or neck tab must be worn with this uniform and all buttons must be buttoned.
(2) Class B Uniform. The Class B uniform is generally worn for inspections in the summer months and in the late spring. You do not have to wear a tie or a neck tab with this uniform unless it has long sleeves or with the Class A uniform coat. The placement of awards and ornamentation in the pocket areas is the same as on the Class A uniform.
b. Due to the JROTC program not being allocated winter dress jackets, Cadets may wear the issued black utility coat with their uniform to and from school. No other coat or jacket is authorized when in uniform. Instructors will make exceptions in the event of inclement weather or due to a Cadet’s individual circumstances.
7. GROOMING: JROTC is a uniformed organization, which is judged, in part, by how a Cadet wears a prescribed uniform and maintains their personal appearance. Therefore, a neat and well-groomed appearance by all Cadets is fundamental to JROTC and contributes to building the pride, esprit de corps, good order, and discipline essential to an effective unit. Cadets representing JROTC in competitions and other high profile events will be strictly held to uniform standards based on this syllabus and team requirements as designated by their coach.
a. Hair Styles: Many hairstyles are acceptable, as long as they are neat and conservative. Hair will be neatly groomed. Hair that is clipped closely or shaved to the scalp is authorized. The length and bulk of hair will not be excessive or present a ragged or extreme appearance. If dyes, tints, or bleaches are used, colors must be natural to human hair and not present an extreme appearance. Hairstyles will not interfere with proper wearing of military headgear. The headgear when worn in uniform will not appear bulging or distorted or have excessive gaps between the headgear and the head. There is no minimum hair length for Cadets, and Cadets are permitted to have natural highlights. Hair that falls over the eyebrows or ears will be pulled back. Hair holding ornaments (barrettes, pins, clips, headbands) must be transparent or similar in color to hair, and will be inconspicuously placed. Headbands should not be wider than 1 ½ inches. Cadets are permitted to wear a ponytail, two braids, or one singular braid in all uniforms, which will not extend past the bottom of the shoulder blades while at the position of attention. Cadets are authorized to wear multiple neat-in-appearance hairstyles at once. Colors that detract from a professional uniform appearance are prohibited. It is the responsibility of instructors to use good judgment in determining if colors are acceptable, based upon the overall effect on Cadets’ appearance.
b. Facial Hair: Sideburns will be neatly trimmed. Sideburns will not extend below the lowest part of the exterior ear opening. The face will be clean-shaven, except for permitted mustaches.
c. Fingernails: All Cadets will keep fingernails clean and neatly trimmed. Female Cadets are permitted to wear any color fingernail polish as long as they match in type and style. Do not extend acrylic nails more than ½ inch from the tip of the finger.
d. Piercings: Males are not authorized any piercings while in uniform. Females are only authorized to wear one matched pair of earrings in gold, silver, white, or diamond not to exceed ¼ inch in diameter.
e. Lipstick: Female Cadets may wear non-extreme shades of lipstick.
8. UNIFORM CLEANING. Students are required to maintain the cleanliness of the uniform which requires dry-cleaning on a regular basis. Students WILL RETURN the uniform dry-cleaned prior to the end of year or withdrawing from the course. Failure to return the uniform will result in a report to the school administrators for action and an incomplete for a grade. Once returned, a grade will be provided. Fees will be charged against the student’s school account for failing to return the uniform, missing items, or failing to have the uniform professionally cleaned. The entire uniform costs $395 to replace and approximately $35 to have cleaned.
9. Participation in JROTC is strictly voluntary, and students who do not wish to adhere to uniform regulations will not be able to participate in JROTC. Syllabus questions can be directed to the undersigned.
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