JROTC Space

Grades: 10-12

Semesters: Fall & Spring

Length: Year-long

Prerequisite:

  • JROTC Intro

This course is comprised of Aerospace Science, Leadership Education and Wellness. The Aerospace Science portion of the course examines our Earth, the Moon and the planets, the latest advances in space technology, and continuing challenges of space and manned spaceflight. The Leadership Education portion of the course examines career opportunities and emphasizes life skills. Students will be given the opportunity to study career paths after high school; how to apply for college or vocational/technical schools; how to begin the job search; how to prepare a resume; and the importance of good interviewing skills. The Drill and Ceremonies course is integrated in this course as part of Leadership Education. Cadets are provided fundamental and in-depth instruction in Air Force drill and ceremonies. Wellness is an official part of the Air Force Junior ROTC program. It is an exercise program focused upon individual improvement with the goal of achieving a national standard as calculated by age and gender. This class counts for five hours of elective credit and it is capped at 81 students.

Note: This course is offered every 3rd year.

Years Offered: 2020-2021, 2023-2024

COURSE CODES: 230101