JROTC Curriculum
Science Hill's JROTC program fully supports the Principal's goals and objectives for the high school. "Emphasizing creativity, inquiry, personal responsibility, and cultural awareness. Science Hill will graduate students proficient to math, science, social studies, written/oral language and solving real-world problems through teamwork in order to compete successfully in the global marketplace."
Earn your SH Varsity Letter
- - Drill Team - - Academic Team - - Marksmanship Team Qualify for your
Varsity Letter by: - - being a SHHS student "in good standing" AND - - A member of the Drill, Academic or Marksmanship Team - - - for at least 2 years AND - - - competed in at least 3 competitions |
COUNSELING DEPARTMENTGRADE ASSIGNMENT
Benny Tolley 9-10 A-Gh Joe McPherson 11-12 A-Gh Holly English 9-10 Gi-N Sue Ellis 11-12 Gi-N Josh Jarnigan 9-10 O-Z Suzanne Reaves 11-12 O-Z Jamie White 9-10 Transition Coach Anthony Jones 11-12 Graduation Coach |
Grading Scale
Letter Points Numeric Scale A 4 93-100 B 3 85-92 C 2 75-84 D 1 70-74 F 0 0-69 |
Graduation Requirements
English....................................................4 Credits Math.........................................................4 Credits Credits through Algebra 2 plus one more upper level math; one math each year Science...................................................3 Credits Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and another lab science U.S. History.............................................1 Credit U.S. Government.................................1/2 Credit Economics............................................1/2 Credit W.History, W.Geography or AP European History................................................1 Credit Wellness....................................................1 Cedit |
Physical Education................................1/2 Credit Personal Finance...................................1/2 Credit World Language (same lang.)...............2 Credits Fine Art......................................................1 Credit Elective Focus.........................................3 Credits Credits must focus in a CTE program, science & math, humanities, fine arts, or AP/IB Other Electives........................................6 Credits Total Credits...........28 Credits
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SHHS JROTC Credit Toward Graduation
- JROTC satisfies required graduation credits for: Health & Wellness, PE and Elective Focus |
Military Basic Training
High School Course Credit Towards Graduation if a student: - enlists in a branch of the United States Military or in the National Guard through the military delayed entry program, the National Guard Split Training Option or other similar Early Entry Program, AND - Completes Basic Training before graduating from high school Credit for Military Basic Training bay be substituted, upon the choice of the student, for either: - The required credit in Lifetime Wellness and credit in one elective course, or - For credit in two elective courses |
JROTC is much more than wearing a uniform and learning to march.
Our Program of Instruction also includes:
Leadership theory and application
Communication skills
Conflict resolution
Social and community responsibility
Financial planning
Citizenship and history
Wellness, fitness and first aid
Substance abuse awareness
Geography
Land Navigation
Air Rifle Safety and Marksmanship
Career Planning
We also offer a wide range of “extra-curricular” activities
to help keep our Hilltopper Cadets motivated.
Our Program of Instruction also includes:
Leadership theory and application
Communication skills
Conflict resolution
Social and community responsibility
Financial planning
Citizenship and history
Wellness, fitness and first aid
Substance abuse awareness
Geography
Land Navigation
Air Rifle Safety and Marksmanship
Career Planning
We also offer a wide range of “extra-curricular” activities
to help keep our Hilltopper Cadets motivated.
Each semester of JROTC satisifies one elective requirement for graduation. Two semesters of JROTC satisfies the graduation requirement for Health/Wellness. Separate semesters of JROTC also satisfy the graduation requirement for Physical Education and Personal Finance.
March 2 Success
March 2 Success is a free program
that helps Cadets to
prepare and improve SAT and ACT scores
A Character and Leadership Development Program
Leadership Theory and Application
Introduces cadets to basic leadership concepts.
Provides opportunities for leadership through the application of those concepts in command and staff positions.
Introduces race relations and equal opportunity.
Introduces cadets to mentoring and prepares them to participate in a mentoring relationship.
Provides Leadership Laboratory instruction
Provides opportunities for leadership through the application of those concepts in command and staff positions.
Introduces race relations and equal opportunity.
Introduces cadets to mentoring and prepares them to participate in a mentoring relationship.
Provides Leadership Laboratory instruction
Foundations for Success
Introduces cadets to essential skills to maximize learning potential and future success.
Cadets apply learning theory and techniques to improve study, communication, teaching, and planning skills.
Cadets assess skill set and work to develop their maximum potential.
Social responsibility, conflict resolution, and service learning opportunities provide further cadet development.
Cadets apply learning theory and techniques to improve study, communication, teaching, and planning skills.
Cadets assess skill set and work to develop their maximum potential.
Social responsibility, conflict resolution, and service learning opportunities provide further cadet development.
Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid
Explains physical fitness and how to maintain good health through proper diet and exercise.
Provides cadets the opportunity to perform satisfactorily, at age group level, in the President's Physical Fitness Program.
Provides cadets the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in basic first aid/lifesaving skills.
Teaches awareness of substance abuse and prevention.
Explains physical fitness and how to maintain good health through proper diet and exercise.
Provides cadets the opportunity to perform satisfactorily, at age group level, in the President's Physical Fitness Program.
Provides cadets the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in basic first aid/lifesaving skills.
Teaches awareness of substance abuse and prevention.
Geography and Earth Science
Introduces cadets to the components of the globe, map reading skills, and land navigation skills, as well as the sport of orienteering and the techniques used in air navigation.
Provides an overview on each of the continents, discussing physical, political, economic, and cultural elements of each region and country.
Discusses the importance of environmental awareness and introduces cadets to environmental issues.
Provides an overview on each of the continents, discussing physical, political, economic, and cultural elements of each region and country.
Discusses the importance of environmental awareness and introduces cadets to environmental issues.
Citizenship and American History
Introduces the values and principles that underlie good citizenship.
Emphasis is placed on topics such as the importance of the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights; responsibilities of U.S. citizens; basic national values; the US federal justice system; and service to the community.
In conjunction with citizenship, cadets are introduced to a variety of significant events and historical figures that contributed to our citizenship and American history.
Emphasis is placed on topics such as the importance of the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights; responsibilities of U.S. citizens; basic national values; the US federal justice system; and service to the community.
In conjunction with citizenship, cadets are introduced to a variety of significant events and historical figures that contributed to our citizenship and American history.
Personal Finance
Introduces cadets to the NEFE (National Endowment for Financial Education) High School Financial Planning Program. This program guides student to develop a financial plan which involves budgeting, investing, using credit wisely, keep money safe and secure,and the value of insurance.
Air Rifle Safety and Marksmanship
Introduces cadets to the historic applications of marksmanship and its current application as a sport.
Teaches Firearms safety, proper operation of the equipment, as well as different firing positions and the techniques for sight alignment for each position.
Safety and discipline are stressed at each step.
Introduces cadets to the historic applications of marksmanship and its current application as a sport.
Teaches Firearms safety, proper operation of the equipment, as well as different firing positions and the techniques for sight alignment for each position.
Safety and discipline are stressed at each step.