Andress High School (HR2200YI, HR3300Y1, HR4400Y1) ROTC 2-4 Introduction to JROTC Syllabus Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Tom

K. Ferguson
Mission Statement: The mission of the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is To Motivate Young People to Be Better Citizens. Vision Statement: JROTC will provide a quality citizenship, character, and leadership development, while fostering partnerships with community and educational institutions. Course Semester Faculty Title Position Office Hours Daytime Phone E-Mail Semester Dates Credit Hours Electives HR2200Y1, HR3300Y1, HR4400Y1: ROTC 2-4 JROTC Leadership, Education, and Training 2-4 (LETs 2-4) 2013-2014 Ferguson, Tom K. Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Senior Army Instructor Mon - Fri (7 - 5) (915) 236-4046 tkfergus@episd.org August 26, 2013 - June 10, 2014 1 (per course)

Textbook: Leadership, Education, and Training 2-4 (LETs 2-4) Reference Book and Student Handouts. Note: Textbooks are stored in JROTC Classroom and issued in class during instruction period. Additional Resources: Keys to Success: How to Achieve your Goals, Third Edition by Carol Carter, Joyce Bishop, and Sarah Lyman Kravits. Health: Skills for Wellness, Third Edition by B.E. Pruitt, Ed.D., Kathy Teer Crumpler, M.P.H., and Deborah Prothrow-Smith, M.D. Army Field Manual (TC) 3-21.5 Drill and Ceremonies dated January 2012. Course Description: Junior ROTC is a high school program primarily conducted during regular classroom hours, but includes many out-of-classroom activities. JROTC cadets will study: Leadership Theory and Application; Geography and Land Navigation; Civics and Government; Citizenship and American History; Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid; Foundations for Success; Financial Planning; and Communications. Education Philosophy: I believe that as an educator, I am internally driven to impart knowledge and instill the motivation to achieve educational success toward others. I believe that education equals success; and that success is the sum of well-structured, qualitative education. As an educator, I am a compass and roadmap certified and appointed to guide the minds of my students, in order to stimulate an independent learning and decision process within them. I believe that the pursuit of education never ends; instead it is a matter of lifelong learning which should be progressive and sequential. Teachers are leaders; as leaders we must deliberately seek opportunities to make a positive difference in the next generation of leaders while maximizing our own potential as leaderswe must mentor our students! We must teach them the hard lessons we have learned and not doom them to repeat our mistakes. I close my education philosophy with my wholehearted belief in interactive and global education.

Army JROTC Learning Outcomes: Army JROTC Intends to Teach Cadets to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Maximize potential for success through learning and self-management. Develop leadership skills. Incorporate principles of mental and physical wellness into behaviors and decisions. Build effective relationships with peers, co-workers, and the community. Apply physical and political geography to building global awareness. Correlate the rights and responsibilities of citizenship to the purposes of U.S. government. Relate events in U.S. History to choices and responsibilities Americans have today. Characterize the role of the military and other national service organizations in building a democracy and maintaining peace in a democratic society.

Army JROTC Learning Outcomes: JROTC Core Abilities: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Build your capacity for life-long learning. Communicate using verbal, non-verbal, visual, and written techniques. Taking responsibility for your actions and choices. Do your share as a good citizen in your school, community, country, and the world. Treat self and others with respect. Apply critical thinking techniques.

Core Assessment: Nine-week Exams. Class Assessment: Wear of Uniform (Unif) Physical Training / Drill (TNG) Daily Participation (DLY) Tests / Exams (Test) 40% 30% 20% 10% Grading: A B C D F > > > > > 90 - 100 80 - 89 70 - 79 60 - 69 0 - 59

NOTE: Cadets are constantly evaluated, whether in the JROTC class or not. In addition to the school policies on grooming and behavior, which will be adhered to by all Cadets, there are additional policies that are unique to the Andress JROTC program. As a general rule, if a Cadet projects a positive-energetic attitude, adheres to the JROTC and School Uniform Policies, and performs to the best of his or her abilitieshe or she will receive an excellent grade in JROTC. Late Submission of Course Materials: All course work must be submitted on the date indicated by the instructor, to include examinations. Late submissions will result in a decrease in the assignment grade. Cadets who fail to wear the uniform on the designated day (Wednesday or Thursday), must wear the uniform prior to the next uniform wear date to receive a grade no higher than a 70. Failure to wear the uniform on the prescribed make-up date will result in a zero. Classroom Rules of Conduct: Academic dishonesty will result in immediate release from the course and a failing grade. Students are expected to attend all classes on time and be prepared to be an active participant in the class. Student participation will be reflected in the student's final grade. Attendance will be recorded at each class meeting. It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of any expected absence(s), and to arrange with the instructor to make-up any missed assignments. Each

absence will require a make-up assignment. Unexcused absences will be forwarded to the Attendance Office. If an unanticipated absence should occur students are encouraged to contact the instructor at the telephone number listed on the first page of this syllabus. Merits/Demerits: The Andress High School JROTC Department will assess all cadets using a merit/demerit system outlined in the Merit/Demerit Policy Agreement. Cadets earn merits for: outstanding appearance; exceptional service; volunteer accomplishments; or tasks completed both in JROTC as well as other classes. Merit points indicate noteworthy leadership traits such as initiative, cooperativeness, and willingness to accept responsibility. Cadets earn demerits as a result of: violations of good order and discipline; violations of school and/or district policy; and substandard performance. Disciplinary demerits indicate a Cadet's unwillingness to respond to a reasonable degree of authority or a show of disrespect to anyone in authority. An accumulation of merits as well as demerits can result in different consequences based upon the amount of merits/demerits awarded. The Merit/Demerit Actions = Consequences Charts below outline the consequences imposed upon the Cadets for an accumulation of good deeds or bad behavior. Merit Actions = Consequences Chart Accumulated Merit Points: 100 90 80 70 Consequence: Promotion to next Rank or Position Awarded the Merit Ribbon Certificate signed by Senior Army Instructor (SAI) Certificate Signed by Army Instructor (AI) Demerit Actions = Consequences Chart Accumulated Demerit Points: 100 90 80 70 60 50 25 Consequence: JROTC Program Termination SAC and/or Demotion Notify Parents Written Reprimand and/or Kicked off Team Change Seating Arrangement Verbal Reprimand by Instructor (SAI or AI) Push-ups Issued by Instructor (SAI or AI)

*NOTE: Any cadet key leader, who receives a Level II or III demerit, loses the position. Academic Honesty: Academic integrity is the foundation of the academic community. Because each student has the primary responsibility for being academically honest, students are advised to read and understand all sections of the Students Code of Conduct and Student Handbook. Mandatory Events: Mandatory events are of critical importance to the overall success of the Andress JROTC program. Missing a mandatory event without valid excuse (prior approval from the Senior Army Instructor or Army Instructor, Principal, verified family emergency or valid medical excuse verified by doctor) will result in a grade of zero for the missing event that will be averaged into the Cadets overall semester grade.

Refusal to Participate in a JROTC Activity: Cadets refusing to participate in drill, Cadet Challenge, physical training, or any other activity will be notified appropriately. Cadets are part of a team and are both expected and required to participate in all activities and events. Unless there is a valid medical reason why the Cadet cannot participate, for each occurrence of non-participation the Cadet will receive a reduced grade or a zero in their grade for that day. Continued refusal to participate can lead to disciplinary action such as reduction in rank or possible disenrollment from the program. Classroom Technology: During the course of instruction you will be using modern technical tools in the classroom. If you willfully damage or destroy the hand-held scoring devices, you will be charged an amount of either $50.00 if the device can be repaired or $100.00 if the device is irreparable or is taken from the classroom and not returned. Any other damaged items will be paid for by the Cadet if it is found that the Cadet willfully destroyed or damaged the equipment. Difficulties: Cadets encountering difficulty in any of the JROTC subjects or any other course, please ask for assistance. Your instructors are available to assist you and help you succeed (not just in JROTC). Instructors are also available to confer with parents. Due to class schedules or other requirements, instructors may not answer the phone immediately. If there is no answer on the Andress JROTC phone 236-4000 ext 6090 parents should call the main office (236-4000) to leave a message or schedule an appointment. The instructors will call back as soon as possible upon receipt of the message. Disability Guidelines: Andress High School is committed to meeting the needs of all students that meet the criteria for special assistance. These guidelines are designed to supply directions to students concerning the information necessary to accomplish this goal. It is the policy of Andress High School to comply fully with federal and state law, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, regarding students with disabilities. In the case of any inconsistency between these guidelines and federal and/or state law, the provisions of the law will apply. Additional information concerning disability guidelines can be found in the El Paso Independent School District 2012-2013 Student Code of Conduct. The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning the application of Titles VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia Cortez, at 230-2033; Section 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at 230-2836. El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educacin o en prcticas de empleo usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religin, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadana, estado militar, discapacidad, informacin gentica, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra prctica prohibida por la ley. Preguntas acerca de la aplicacin del ttulo VI, VII o IX, y la Seccin 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito, Patricia Cortez al 230-2033; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al 230-2836.