WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL ' S
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Government and Public Administration
Course Name: Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps
Description: Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps( AFJROTC) is one of the largest youth development programs in the country with a mission to develop citizens of character. This program, which spans from two to four years, is available to high school students in grades 9-12. It offers a flexible, blended curriculum that allows students to join at any point during their high school journey and has been part of Cobb County since 1970.
AFJROTC aims to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, build character, and develop self-discipline, all while providing instruction in air and space fundamentals.
THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO MILITARY OBLIGATION ASSOCIATED WITH TAKING HIGH SCHOOL AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC. There is also no military uniform required for first year students; only a class AF JROTC uniform is required to be worn on certain days( AF JROTC polo and nice pants) for first year students.
The curriculum includes Aerospace Science( AS), Leadership Education( LE), and Wellness components, and it serves students from both Wheeler and Walton High Schools. Students who successfully complete the AFJROTC course will receive academic credit applicable towards graduation requirements. Depending on the course level( AS 100-400), students will learn various life skills, such as understanding the impact of weather, career selection, project management, training in chosen career fields, college admission and financing, and American civics. Additionally, students will enhance their leadership and management skills through the study and practice of responsibility and teamwork, learn orderliness and precision through drill and ceremonies, and understand the role of public service in American society.
Note: * 3 units of AFJROTC will waive the Health and Personal Fitness graduation requirements and * 1 course AS 200: Science of Flight will count as a 4th science elective for any GA college / university.
For more information, visit https:// www. wheelerwaltonjrotc. com /.
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