The JROTC Mission: “To motivate Young People to be Better Citizens” by developing in each cadet the following: Good citizenship, self reliance, leadership, responsiveness to constituted authority, knowledge of basic military skills, appreciation of the role of the US Army in support of national objectives, ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and appreciation of the importance of physical fitness.

Program Objectives: To develop in each cadet:

The fundamentals of self-discipline, integrity and a sense of responsibility.
An appreciation of the role of a participating citizen in matters dealing with national defense.
The ability to evaluate situations, to make decisions, to understand people and to practice those attributes considered essential in a leader

Benefits of the JROTC Program:

Two credits towards graduation are awarded for each full year JROTC is successfully completed.
An opportunity to earn a scholarship to a college of your choice, providing the college already offers Senior JROTC.
An additional opportunity to apply for admission to one of the military academies.
Participation in social activities conducted by the Cadet Corps.
Opportunity to make orientation visits to various military installations during the school year.
Participation in up to four overnight field trips in which you will have the opportunity to build rope bridges, rappel from an 80 foot tower, compete in day and night land navigation and orienteering courses, participate in an eighteen station Leadership Reaction Course, and much, much more, all while staying on a United States Army Fort.
Opportunity to earn recognition through the Awards and Promotion System.
A chance to develop a skill on several special teams to include Color Guard, Armed and Unarmed Drill Teams, Raiders Challenge Team and the Orienteering Team.
An opportunity to enlist in one of the military services at a higher grade, receiving higher pay and faster promotions

Frederick Douglass High School