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AFJROTC
Air Force Junior ROTC
AFJROTC Overview
The roots of an ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) program started in 1862 with the Morrill Act which helped establish a number of land-grant colleges. These colleges had a responsibility to teach "military tactics". The 1916 National Defense Act officially authorized the establishment of ROTC units. That year, Harvard established the first one. There are now over 1700 ROTC units at colleges and universities. The Junior ROTC program also has its roots in the 1916 National Defense Act, but the first unit was actually started in 1911 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The 1964 ROTC Vitalization Act truly laid out the groundwork for the establishment of JROTC programs. There are now over 3200 JROTC units.
While an ROTC program is generally considered to prepare participants for taking the next step into the military, the JROTC program is focused on teaching leadership and citizenship skills. Flight 811 began at Godby in the 1981-82 school year, the first JROTC unit in Leon County.
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Instructors
Lt. Colonel Rodney Gumbish
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI)
MSgt Howard Hardison
Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI)
"Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community”
The objectives of JROTC are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals.
The AFJROTC program is grounded in the Air Force's core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. The curriculum emphasizes the Air Force heritage and traditions, the development of flight, applied flight sciences, military aerospace policies, and space exploration.
- Integrity First
- Service Before Self
- Excellence in All We Do
I will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate anyone who does.
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"Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community”
The objectives of JROTC are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline, and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals.
The AFJROTC program is grounded in the Air Force's core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. The curriculum emphasizes the Air Force heritage and traditions, the development of flight, applied flight sciences, military aerospace policies, and space exploration.
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- Integrity First
- Service Before Self
- Excellence in All We Do
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I will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate anyone who does.
Frequently Asked Questions
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JROTC is open to all students enrolled at Amos P Godby High school
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Yes. Even if you are in JROTC you can be in any sport, club, or program. The JROTC instructors and other school athletic coaches make every effort to allow students to participate in other sports, clubs, and/or programs.
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Cadets who participate in JROTC and have completed three years before the date of enlistment, these cadets may be entitled to advancement to A1C/E-3.
For cadets who plan to attend a 4 - Year College/University that has a Senior JROTC program, participating in JROTC will provide a solid footing for success in the first two years of the ROTC program where you can compete for scholarship opportunities.
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No, joining any branch of the military is completely voluntary. JROTC is here to help students become better citizens, not recruits.
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The uniform, worn properly, is a sign of respect to the program, our country, those who have worn the uniform before us, and yourself. It also prepares you for business etiquette and dress in life.
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The uniform is worn on Tuesday for the purpose of uniform inspections. Cadets not in school on Tuesday must wear their uniform the first day they come to school during the same school week.
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The JROTC Curriculum consists of military-related topics such as marching and leadership. JROTC also teaches U.S. history, future financial planning, study skills, first aid, and other important life skills. After-school teams are also available and will improve vital skills learned in the classroom. The biggest lesson in JROTC, however, is becoming a leader.
ROTC File Library
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Color Guard at Levy Park