For the Establishment of JROTC in a Nebo High School
We’re excited to explore the opportunity of bringing a Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program to one of our local high schools. Here, you’ll learn about the numerous benefits JROTC offers—building leadership, discipline, academic excellence, selfless service, and a strong community.
Citizenship
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Responsibility
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Leadership
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Service
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Fitness
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Team Building
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Academics
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Citizenship • Responsibility • Leadership • Service • Fitness • Team Building • Academics •
Impact of JROTC on Student Performance
ATTENDANCE
JROTC: 91.3%
SCHOOL: 87.5%
GRADUATION
JROTC: 66%
SCHOOL: 50%
INDISCIPLINE
JROTC: <1%
SCHOOL: 2.6%
AVERAGE GPA
JROTC: 2.50
SCHOOL: 2.23
(Nationwide averages. Source: https://www.usarmyjrotc.com/army-junior-rotc-program-overview/)
What is JROTC?
The Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is one of the most successful, impactful youth organizations in the nation. It provides accredited high school curriculum within a structure that teaches leadership, health and wellness, physical fitness, first-aid, geography, American history, government, communications, and emotional intelligence
JROTC is NOT a commitment to serve in the military.
JROTC Instructors are NOT military recruiters.
JROTC does NOT train combat skills.