Army JROTC instills in students in the 9th-12th grade the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and personal responsibility through education and mentoring. The Army JROTC program is primarily a 3-year course of military instruction, with a fourth year being optional.
What is the mission of the Army JROTC program?
The mission of the Army JROTC program is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community. More specifically, the program is designed to educate and train high school Cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character and self-discipline, and pride in themselves and community.
Who are the instructors in this course?
At least one retired Officer and NCO are assigned to each unit. The Officer is designated as the Senior Army Instructor (SAI), and the NCO as the Army Instructor (AI). Additional NCO instructors are authorized if the Cadet enrollment exceeds 151 is sustained, and if Army funding is available. Army JROTC instructors are retired military members, but continue to wear the Army uniform (retired grade) in the performance of their duties. As such, instructors are required to meet and maintain Army uniform wear and grooming standards during their career as instructors.