AFJROTC 1 Syllabus

Aerospace Science 100 – (40%) Milestones in Aviation History

It is an aviation history course focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It starts with ancient civilizations and flight, then progresses through time to future developments in aerospace, with an intro into cyber technologies. The intent of course is to bring alive the significant discoveries in flight a reality.

Leadership Education 100- (40%) Traditions, Wellness & Foundations of Citizenship

Will introduce cadets to history, organization, mission, traditions, goals, and objectives of JROTC for all services. It introduces military customs & courtesies, how to project a positive attitude, and exam the principles of ethical and moral behavior. It provides strategies for effective note taking and study skills for academic success. Lessons will cover how to be emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy, also avoiding and preventing violence in today’s society. Other topics include types of bullying, healthy living, physical fitness, and how to make safe, drug-free, and responsible decisions. Cadets will be introduced to civics and our national government, including a historical understanding of the American flag and other national symbols. The course closes with how the US Constitution protects our rights and freedoms as American citizens.

Wellness & Physical Fitness- (20%) Physical training (PT)

Will be accomplished every Thursday or Friday unless otherwise directed. Cadets will be issued (PT) clothes to include sweatpants, sweatshirt, shorts, and a shirt and will be required to wear some combination of PT clothes with athletic shoes. Cadets will be guided through active stretching, calisthenics, and sporting events. They will also be evaluated by completing the AFJROTC Physical Fitness Test at the beginning and end of the school year.

Aerospace Science

Aerospace Science acquaints students with the elements of aerospace and the aerospace environment. It introduces them to the principles of aircraft flight and navigation, the history of aviation, development of air power, contemporary aviation, human requirements of flight, cultural and global awareness, geography, the space environment, space programs, space technology, rocketry, propulsion, the aerospace industry, and survival.

Leadership Education

Leadership Education is the portion of the AFJROTC curriculum that develops leadership skills and acquaints students with the practical application of life skills. The leadership education curriculum emphasizes discipline, responsibility, leadership, followership, citizenship, customs and courtesies, cadet corps activities, study habits, time management, communication skills, career opportunities, life skills, financial literacy, management skills, and drill and ceremonies.

Wellness

Wellness is an official and integral part of the Air Force Junior ROTC program. The objective of the Wellness Program is to motivate cadets to lead healthy, active lifestyles beyond program requirements and into their adult lives.

Aerospace Science 100: Milestones in Aviation History

1. Describe historical facts & impacts of the early attempts of heavier-than-air flight. Ch 1 Exploring Flt.
2. Analyze the impact WWI aviation had on commercial aviation. Ch 2 Developing Flt.
3. Examine the role aerial bombing had in the outcome of WW II. Ch 3 Evolution of early AF.
4. Investigate the impact commercial jet aviation has had on US travel. Ch 4 Com/General Aviation
5. Analyze the lessons learned from global use of US airpower. Ch 5 USAF is born.
6. Evaluate developing technology that will affect USAF in future. Ch 6 The Modern Air Force

Leadership Education 100: Traditions, Wellness & Foundations of Citizenship

1. Analyze the heritage, organization, and tradition of service programs. Ch 1-Intro JROTC Prog’s
2. Analyze the benefits of positive personal behavior. Ch 2 Personal Behavior
3. Evaluate healthy living through physical activity and good nutrition. Ch 3 Be Health Smart
4. Apply safe, drug-free decisions. Ch 4 Making Safe, Drug-Free Decisions
5. Analyze the importance of citizenship in the United States. Ch 5 US Citizenship

Wellness & Physical Fitness

1. Motivate cadets to lead active, healthy lifestyles beyond program requirements and into adult lives.
2. Incorporate the AFJROTC Physical Fitness program for base line assessments.
3. Identify areas of improvement for each cadet.
4. Participation in team sport activities to improve upon their physical fitness scores.

Drill

1. Know the importance of drill and ceremonies.
2. Know the basic commands & characteristics of command voice.
3. Apply & execute the concepts & principles of basic drill positions & movements.

DAFPAM 34-1203, Drill & Ceremonies -  Chapters 1 thru 7
SC-933 AFJROTC Cadet Handbook

• Program policies & requirements (Cadet Contract) will be handed out the first week of class.
• Paperwork will be reviewed and signed by BOTH the parent and cadet acknowledging the personal and financial obligation to the AFJROTC Program.
• Activity Fee $30, uniform cost ONLY IF NOT returned at end of year. No charge when issued.
• All signed paperwork is REQUIRED to be returned during the first week of school.

Cadets will be assigned applicable text to read in class that will be enhanced by power point presentation. Review and quizzes/tests may be accomplished via the Computer Performance System that allows each cadet inputs via a clicker onto the smart board in class.

Textbooks, uniforms, and physical training uniforms are provided by AFJROTC. It is the cadet’s responsibility to come prepared for class with pen, pencil, paper, calculator, calendar, and athletic shoes.

Tuesday or Wednesday of each week unless otherwise specified by the SASI/ASI.

Uniform wear and drill ARE NOT OPTIONAL aspects of the AFJROTC Program. They are integral parts of the “complete educational experience” that Air Force JROTC offers the high school cadet. Cadets that do not wear the uniform without prior approval by an instructor will receive a “0” for their uniform grade for that week. Cadets that do not wear their PT uniform and do not participate (without prior instructor approval) will receive a ”0” for the weekly PT training grade.

• Course grades are accessed via PowerSchool via the app or online in the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
• Student assignments and course materials are accessed via Schoology, the District’s Learning Management System. Parents/guardians will be emailed account information and will be able to view student assignment and materials in the program. Schoology is available online or via an app.
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All cadets are expected and required to participate in all aspects of each part of the program as prescribed in the cadet contract. All cadets are expected to demonstrate behavior and attitude becoming of a good citizen and adhere to principles of the Air Force core values and the cadet honor code. All Cadets must wear and maintain the Air Force Dress Blue uniform on the specified uniform day in accordance with Air Force Instructions 36-2903 and the cadet handbook. Cadets are expected and required to “dress out” in the Air Force “PT” uniform during the weekly designated physical training day. Finally, all cadets are expected to maintain grooming standards as specified in our cadet handbook. Attendance and make up assignments are addressed in the Cadet Handbook.

Failure to abide by and meet the course requirements (Cadet Contract) are grounds for immediate removal from the course ANYTIME during the school year.

• It is the student's responsibility to find out what work was missed due to class absence, from your instructor.
• Coursework should be turned in on the day it is due. Late work may have possible points deducted or be counted as a zero.
• For every day you are sick or have an excused absence, you will have one extra day to turn in your work without it being considered late. Unexcused absences will have no extra days allowed for makeup without the work being considered late.
• Cadets will be assigned an online assignment when absent on a PT Day.

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In Dorchester School District 2, we are committed to fostering a culture of academic integrity among all students. Academic integrity is essential for maintaining the highest standards of education and ensuring the integrity of academic credentials earned by students. In DD2, academic integrity means upholding the values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and fairness.

We expect all students to adhere to the following principles of academic integrity in all district courses:

1. Honesty: Students must represent their work honestly, taking full responsibility for their words and actions. They must not present others' work or the work created by or with the assistance of artificial intelligence, as their own, nor should they provide false information or engage in any form of plagiarism.
2. Respect: Students must respect the intellectual property of others and acknowledge all sources used in their work. This includes proper citation of quotes, ideas, images, and other materials from any source.
3. Responsibility: Students must take responsibility for their own learning, and they must not engage in any form of cheating or academic misconduct. They must not collaborate on work unless specifically allowed by the instructor, and they must not provide unauthorized assistance to others.
4. Fairness: Students must respect the rights of their peers, and they must not engage in any behavior that unfairly advantages themselves or disadvantages others. This includes the use of unauthorized materials during exams or assignments, and the sharing of answers or solutions with others.

Violations of this policy may result in consequences pursuant Policy JICDA—Code of Conduct and JICDA-R—Code of Conduct, which may include but are not limited to, receiving a failing grade on an assignment or exam, being assigned a failing grade for the course, loss of academic privileges/honors, and suspension or expulsion from school.

DD2 values academic integrity and expects all students to uphold these standards. It is our belief that academic integrity fosters a culture of respect, responsibility, and accountability and prepares students for success in their future academic and professional endeavors.