Junior Cadet Corps (JCC)

Mission Statement:

The mission of the JCC is to motivate young people to be better citizens.

FWISD Middle School JCC Program

  1. Title of Course: JUNIOR CADET CORPS
  2. Description of Course: The Junior Cadet Corps program is designed to prepare middle school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities and privileges as American citizens. The curriculum will include strategies to help students improve communication skills, enhance social and ethical values, promote character development and physical fitness, and help develop an "appreciation of teamwork through instruction in drill and ceremonies." Other activities may include parades, drill team competitions and various outdoor activities. The course will help prepare middle school students for Junior ROTC in high school.
    1. Duration: Two semesters (one school year)
    2. Time and Frequency: One class period (traditional or block)
    3. Grade Placement: 7- 8
    4. Amount of Credit: Substitute for PE
    5. Prerequisites: NA
    6. Objectives: The student will:
      • Develop an appreciation of the ethical values and principles that underlie good citizenship which include integrity, responsibility and respect.
      • Participate in activities that teach the rules of 'displaying the flag.'
      • Increase the potential for becoming a good leader.
      • Learn to live and work cooperatively with others.
      • Expand the ability to think logically and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
      • Develop a better understanding of 'patriotism" and what it means to be an American.
      • Become more informed about the importance of first aid, physical conditioning, proper diet and nutrition.
      • Engage in activities that foster pride, self-respect, confidence, serf-discipline and the desire to do one's best.
      • Gain exposure to current events and world affairs that help shape the future of the country.
      • Participate in drill and ceremonies.
      • Develop a selfless service attitude by giving of time and energy to community and school.
    7. Course Outline:
      • Communication
      • Social Skills and Values
      • Friendship and Respect for Others
      • Introduction to Leadership and Character
      • Teamwork and Group Dynamics
      • Discipline and Drill
      • Physical Fitness
      • United States Flag Customs and Courtesies
      • Introduction to Laws and Citizenship
      • First Aid and Drug Prevention
      • Goal Setting and Career Opportunities
      • Community Services
      • Extracurricular Activities
      • Drug and Alcohol Prevention
      • Introduction to Highway Safety and Road Map Reading
    8. Description of Activities and Resources:
      • Lecture, laboratory and community service (involving leadership, character education, discipline drill, service learning. patriotism, competition, various outdoor activities, adventure training, field trips, forums and guest speakers).
  3. Qualifications of Teacher: Certified Teacher (either active or former) United States or National Guard Reserves or certified JROTC instructor. *The particular branch of service is immaterial.
  4. Participating Middle Schools:

 SCHOOL  SERVICE*  SENIOR INSTRUCTOR
DUNBAR NAVY CPO ELISHA DICKERSON
J.P. ELDER ARMY MSG HOWARD MACK
FOREST OAK ARMY MSG ROY HUNTER
WILLIAM JAMES ARMY MSG MILTON CRUZ
W.P. McLEAN ARMY 1SG WILLIAM LANDY
MEADOWBROOK ARMY SSG NORMAN HILL
ROSEMONT NAVY SCPO TONEY TURNER
WEDGWOOD ARMY SFC JOHN RILEY
*The particular branch of service is immaterial.
Special Notes:
The Junior Cadet Corps will substitute for physical education in Grades 7-8 the same as JROTC does in high school.
*Polly Stringfield, Health/Physical Education Program Director.


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