Why is JROTC a valuable elective?
"The JROTC program is a cooperative effort on the part of the Army and the host institution to give you an opportunity for total development and improve yourself in many ways. JROTC teaches self-discipline, confidence, and pride in a job well done, and it offers you challenges and opportunities to:
- sharpen communication skills
- promote and encourage citizenship through participation community service projects
- develop leadership potential
- strengthen your self-esteem
- improve your physical fitness
- provide incentives to live drug-free
- promote your graduation from high school and develop a solid foundation for career development"
"The mission of JROTC is to motivate young people to be better citizens."
