PHILLIP O.

BERRY ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY

US ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (JROTC)
1430 ALLEGHANY STREET
CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
SY 23-24 COURSE SYLLABUS – LET I, II---SFC Mackey, Retired
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Mission: The mission of the US Army JROTC Program is “to motivate young people to be better citizens.” In order to accomplish this mission, the program of
instruction is offered at the high school level and teaches high school students the value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility,
and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline.
Program and Student Learning Outcomes
● Act with integrity and personal accountability as you lead others to succeed in a diverse and global workforce
● Engage in civic and social concerns in the community, government, and society
● Graduate prepared to succeed in post-secondary options and career pathways
● Make decisions that promote positive social, emotional, and physical health
● Value the role of the military and other service organizations
Leadership Education Training (LET-I*): (First year): Focus is on interpersonal skills, goal setting basic communication techniques. Time management, character development,
and study skills designed to help students make high schools as successful experience. The curriculum introduces cadets to the history and purpose of JROTC, responsibilities of US
citizens, and importance of service learning.
Leadership Education Training (LET –II*): The second-year cadet focuses on Developing Leadership skills and building upon the mastery of LET 1 skills and abilities, providing
Cadets with new and more challenging opportunities in leadership development. There are 24 active-learning lessons ranging from Leadership attributes, Career development to First
Aid.

*Honors JROTC. The research project is a requirement of the honors option in CMS JROTC. The purpose of the project is to provide cadets with the opportunity to do interesting and
meaningful work using the skills and maturity gained through the high school experience. The research project may be the same as the Senior Exit Project provided it meets the criteria
outlined in the Honors Project Rubric. Or
JROTC course students will be required to read an instructor-approved book and complete a two-page book report with presentation. A separate rubric will be provided.

Extra-Curricular Activities
Drill Team Color Guard Drone Team
Un-Armed Drill Orienteering Military Ball
Volleyball Tournament Campus Projects Basketball Tournaments
Field Day Veterans Parade Blood Drives
Community Service Field Trips Academic Bowl
Service Learning Food Banks Athletic Parking
Archery Team Award Functions Robotics

Assessment/Grading
Grading

A= 100-90 B=89-80 C=70-79 D=60-69 F=59-0

Click here :CMS grading policy https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-H1JPzy2-_NmN3MCpTBJp3s8oJZDzWeF-Jy_FxEAOI/edit
Academic tasks
Test 30%
Quizzes 10%
Honors paper or project 10%
Class /activities participation 10%
Physical Fitness (Cadet Challenge) 10%
Uniform Wear(Formal Assessment) 30% (Failure to wear prescribed uniform will result in a “0.”)
*Uniform wear is for an entire school day
Cadets with grades less than 79% are encouraged to contact an instructor to schedule after-school peer or instructor tutoring. Tutoring is available daily upon request.
JROTC will use two learning management systems-Canvas for student portfolios and the JROTC Curriculum Manager to facilitate classroom instruction and lesson planning.

*Merits/demerits will impact cadets' ability to participate in JROTC extracurricular activities

Expectations:
Strive for A/B Honor Roll
SUBJECT: SY 23-24 COURSE SYLLABUS – LET I, II

Develop presentation skills

Teach a class to peers
Lead Physical Fitness Training
Live by cadet creed (in school and outside in community)
Be an active participant in classroom and in other activities
Lead by example (making right choices, academics, show respect for your peers)
Be motivated and desire to be a senior cadet leader
Be motivated in physical fitness (100% effort)
Be positive
Join JROTC teams and go on field trips; contribute to the TEAM
Wear appropriate uniform, in accordance with the training schedule
Attend Parades, all mandatory formations and meetings
Uniform and Materials
Uniforms, textbooks, and most equipment are issued to the cadet at no cost to the parent. A statement of responsibility must be signed by the parent/guardian assuming financial
responsibility for any items lost, stolen, or damaged. Issued uniforms are cleaned during the summer. Uniforms will not be issued to the student without a signed Certificate of
Responsibility or failing to adhere to the prescribed dress code standards.
Activity Fee
In order to defray some of the costs for many of the activities involving the cadets, there is a $20 fee for each cadet. All cadets are required to pay this yearly activity fee. The deadline
for paying this fee is September 30, 2023. Some of the items the fee help covers/reduce are the unit rope, school crest, transportation, JROTC activities registration fees and
refreshments.
Office & Classroom Information
The office for Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, JROTC Department, is located at 1430 Alleghany Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28208, Room 826. You can also contact
the main office at (980) 343-5992. Feel free to leave a message on the answering machine and someone in the Department will return your call within twenty-four hours. Office hour
times are Monday – Thursday from 2:15 pm to 4:00 pm.
Instructor Cadre
Retired Army personnel certified by the United States Army Cadet Command and the state of North Carolina to teach the Department of the Army Curriculum Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps

Program at the high school level. The cadre consists of one commissioned officer (Colonel) and two non-commissioned officers (Sergeant Major). All instructors are periodically required to attend
training courses at the US Army Cadet Command, and undergo continuous professional training as directed by the school and CMS. Please direct all questions concerning the JROTC Curriculum to

either instructor by calling (980) 343-5992.

COL Eugene Simon: Senior Army Instructor-: eugene1.simon@cms.k12.nc.us Classroom 826

1SG Hernandez: Army Instructor: FredL.Hernandez@cms.k12.nc.us Classroom 834

SFC Mackey Army Instructor willief.mackey@cms.k12.nc.us Classroom 826/834

Eugene Simon
COL, Retired, USA
Senior Army Instructor
Please acknowledge that you have read this syllabus by signing below.
Return this form to JROTC leadership not later than Thursday, 7 SEP 2023.

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Cadet’s Signature Parent’s Signature
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Cadet’s printed name Parent’s printed name
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