JROTC

Advisors - Paul Olson or Harold Jones

The mission of Junior ROTC is to motivate young people to be better citizens.

Junior ROTC is a cadet run program in which they learn to:

• Appreciate the ethical values that underlie good citizenship.
• Develop leadership potential and learn to live and work cooperatively with others.
• Think logically and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health.
• Understand ways to resist negative peer pressure and support others.
• Develop good self discipline and mental management abilities.
• Understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future.
• Learn about college and other advanced educational and employment opportunities and develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team.

 The JROTC Color Guard, Drill Team, Rifle Team and Physical Training Team participate in numerous competitive events with other JROTC units throughout the state of Alabama.  Other JROTC events include:

•      Participating in numerous parades
•      Presenting Veteran's Day Programs
•      Community Service Activities
•      School Support Activities
•      JROTC Formal Ball
•      JROTC Olympiad
•      JROTC Picnic