Transcript LET-3-Syllabus

WELCOME
to your JUNIOR YEAR
of JROTC (LET 3)
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COLONEL (Retired)
David
R. Alexander
LET 3 Syllabus
(2011-2012)
George Rogers Clark HS JROTC
LET 3 (Citizenship, Leadership, Success &
American History/Government)
Course: LET 3.0 – Leadership Theory & Application,
Citizenship in American History & Government, and
Foundations for Success
Academic Term: Fall/Spring 2012-2013 (Traditional/Periods 6 & 7)
Instructor:
Colonel (Retired) David R. Alexander
[email protected]
Grade Levels: 11
Prerequisites: LET 2 with a minimum of a “C” or better in good
standing.
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LET 3 Course Overview
Course Overview: The JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) program is hereafter
referred to as simply the JROTC program. It is designed to teach high school students the
value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility, and a
sense of accomplishment while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and selfdiscipline. The program’s focus is reflected in its mission statement, “To Motivate Young
People to be Better Citizens.” It prepares high school students for responsible leadership
roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American
citizens. The program is a stimulus for promoting graduation from high school, and it
provides instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the student, community,
and nation. Cadet success is the main goal of all JROTC learning experiences. The JROTC
curriculum is based on the principles of performance-based, learner-centered education.
As a result, cadets:
• Learn skills they can use.
• Know the performance expectations up front.
• Engage as active partners in the learning process.
• Document accomplishments and competence.
• Learn how to learn.
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LET 4 Core Abilities
JROTC Core Abilities:
The JROTC Core abilities describe the broad, life-long skills that every cadet needs
for success in all career and life roles. They are drawn from the over-all goals and
values that drive the JROTC program. Core abilities are not learned in one lesson
or LET, but rather they are linked to lesson competencies in order to integrate or
thread them throughout the JROTC curriculum:
1. Build your capacity for life-long learning.
2. Communicate using verbal, non-verbal, visual, & written
techniques.
3. Take responsibility for your actions and choices.
4. Do your share as a good citizen in your school, community,
country, and the world.
5. Treat self and others with respect.
6. Apply critical thinking techniques.
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LET 3 Course Description
Course Description: This Leadership Education and Training (LET) course is
the third (3rd) course of JROTC. This course includes classroom instruction
and laboratory instruction expanding on the skills taught in LET 1 - 2. This
course places students in company-level leadership positions with direct
responsibility for leading, motivating and instructing others and
emphasizes physical fitness through healthy individual and group
competition. Instruction includes leadership theory and application,
citizenship in American history and government, presentation and writing
skills, managing conflict, planning skills, social responsibility, and career
planning. Students extend their knowledge of citizenship by examining the
Constitution and its origins, the Bill of Rights, the American electoral
system, and the branches of government. The performance standards in
this course are based on the performance standards identified in the
curriculum for the US Army JROTC. Cadet must wear the uniform once
weekly for a grade.
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LET 3 Textbooks & Supplemental Reading
Textbooks:
• JROTC LET 3 Student Core Text.
• JROTC LET 3 Core Materials Student Handouts.
• JROTC Cadet Reference Manuel 4th Edition.
• Citizenship in American History and Government (Unit 6), 2nd Custom
Edition.
Supplementary Reading:
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Army Field Manual (FM) 6-0 Command & Control of Army Forces.
Army Field Manual (FM) 6-22 Army Leadership.
Army Field Manual (FM) 3-21.5 Drill and Ceremonies.
NEFE High School Financial Planning Workbook.
GRC HS JROTC Regimental SOP.
You the People.
Unlocking Your Potential Workbook.
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LET 3 Grading & Points Criteria
Grading: Students will receive letter grades according to the GRC
grading scale within the following percentages (see attached points
breakdown) NOTE: Points breakdown is subject to change:
a. Uniform and Inspections (50%).
b. Exams (Mid-Term & Final) , quizzes, & practical exercises
or presentations (25%).
c. Class and event participation (25%).
d. Extra Credit may be made available to students who
request it.
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LET 3 Grading & Points Criteria
EVENT
UNIFORM
POSSIBLE POINTS
900
PARTICIPATION Points
Bluegrass League Winter Comp (28 Jan 12)
400
50
BONUS POINTS:
Basketball (3 Jan 12)
Basketball (6 Jan 12)
Basketball (10 Jan 12)
Basketball (13 Jan 12)
Basketball (14 Jan 12)
Basketball (20 Jan 12)
Basketball (31 Jan 12)
Basketball (3 Feb 12)
Basketball (4 Feb 12)
Basketball (16 Feb 12)
Military Ball (10 Feb 12)
Montgomery Co Comp (11 Feb 12)
EKU Drill Meet (18 Feb 12)
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10
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25
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UNIT EXAM
Constitutional Briefing
400
50
TOTAL
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100%
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LET 3 Expectations & Responsibility
Expectations: See GRC JROTC SAI Expectations Handout. Students
accepted into the LET 3 curriculum must demonstrate high
standards of appearance, deportment, and leadership. Students
entering their 3rd year of JROTC are expected to serve as role
models and mentors for underclass cadets (LET 1/2). Cadets who
abuse their positions of responsibility will be subject to demotion,
reassignment of duties, and potential dismissal from the program.
Cadet Responsibility: It is your responsibility to turn in all
assignments on time. You will be penalized 5% of a grade for
every class period an assignment is late. It is also your
responsibility to make-up missed assigned readings and uniform
inspections. You are expected to read all assigned material and
take notes during class.
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LET 3 Uniform Wear
Uniforms: All LET 3 cadets will be issued a Class A uniform with
black jackets for regular wear. Cadets will be expected to wear
their uniform with precision and a sharpness that distinguishes
them and sets the example for the Regiment. Select Cadets may
also be issued the Army Combat Uniform (ACU) with boots.
Uniform Day: Each Friday JROTC cadets will wear the prescribed
uniform to school. The uniform will be worn correctly and with
pride all day long, without exception. Uniform inspections and
general Cadet knowledge make up 50% of your grade! Failure to
wear the uniform or wearing it incorrectly will result in a failing
grade. See SOP.
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LET 3 Physical Training (PT) & Activities
Physical Training (PT) Day: Each Monday JROTC cadets will participate
in physical fitness related training to include intramural-type sports. Cadets
should wear clothes & shoes suitable for these type activities. Each cadet
must have a physical fitness authorization form on file before they will be
allowed to participate in PT. PT is a required part of the curriculum;
therefore, students who do not participate in PT will receive NO
participation points for the grading period. All Cadets will take the Cadet
Challenge and the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) & the ultimate goal is
to pass and strive to improve in all aspects of physical fitness & wellness.
Extracurricular Activities: The GRC JROTC sponsors the cadet
Regimental Club (which includes all competitive teams). Participation in
the Regimental Club is voluntary. The club meets after school each TueWed-Thur for 2 hours, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Cadets who participate in the
Regimental Club earn points towards the Order of the Long Knife; the
Regiment’s most prestigious award. Requirements for achieving induction
into the order are specified in the Regimental SOP. Annual induction
occurs during the Military Ball.
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LET 3 Course Outline
SPRING SEMESTER:
Unit 3 – Foundations for Success
Chapter 6 – Presentation Skills
Lesson 1: Becoming a Better Writer
Lesson 2: Creating Better Speeches
Lesson 3: Becoming a Better Speaker
Chapter 7 – Managing Conflict
Lesson 1: Managing Anger
Lesson 2: Conflict Resolution & Diversity (Hate Comes Home)
Lesson 3: Conflict Mediation
Lesson 4: Violence Prevention
Chapter 10 – Planning Skills & Social Responsibility
Lesson 1: Making the Right Choices
Lesson 2: Goals & Goal Setting
Lesson 3: Time Management
Lesson 4: Cadet Etiquette Guide (prep for Mil Ball)
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LET 3 Course Outline
Unit 3 – Foundations for Success
Chapter 9 – Career Planning
Lesson 1: Career Exploration Strategy
Lesson 2: Career Development Portfolio
Lesson 3: Military Career Opportunities
Lesson 4: College Preparation (College costs)
Unit 6 – Citizenship in American History & Government
Chapter 6 – The Bill of Rights
Lesson 1: 1st Amendment & Freedom of Religion
Lesson 2: 1st Amendment & Freedom of Expression
Lesson 3: 1st Amendment & Freedom of Assembly
Lesson 4: Procedural Due Process
Lesson 5: Protection Against Unreasonable Law Enforcement
Chapter 4 – Shaping American Institutions & Practices
Lesson 2 (E): Bill of Rights
Lesson 3 (E): Rise of Political Parties
Lesson 4 (E): Judicial Review
Lesson 5 (E): Division of Power
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Spring Semester Major Events
DAY/DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
Saturday, Jan 28
Bluegrass League Winter
Competition
GRC HS Gym
Friday, Feb 10
Military Ball Dining Out
Wainscott Bldg
Saturday, Feb 18
EKU Drill Meet
EKU
Saturday, Apr 14
MSU Drill & Raider
Competition
Morehead State
University
Saturday, Apr 21
Ft. Boonesborough
Raider Invitational
Ft.
Boonesborough
Thursday, May 3
Annual JROTC Awards
Ceremony
GRC Auditorium
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REMARKS
Multiple Drill & Color
Guard teams
Up to 20 teams this
year!
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WELCOME
to your JUNIOR YEAR
of JROTC (LET 3)
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COLONEL (Retired)
David
R. Alexander
LET 3 Syllabus
(2011-2012)
George Rogers Clark HS JROTC