THE SAINT PAUL’S SCHOOL



AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTCLA-062647700254635COURSE OUTLINE AND SYLLABUSAcademic Year 2019 - 2020Years 1 - 4STUDENT ACADEMIC COURSE OUTLINEINSTRUCTORS: SASI - Major Neil Taylor ASI - MSgt Alfloyd EastROOM: JROTC SUBJECT AREAS: Aerospace Science – Milestones in Aviation History (AS-100)Leadership Education – Traditions, Wellness, and Foundations of Citizenship (LE-100)UNIFORM DAY:Wednesday is the designated uniform day for LA-062. The Cadet Squadron Commander will designate a Uniform of the Day (UOD). Each cadet will be inspected by his class leader. The SASI/ASI will review the inspection to ensure fairness and standardization. All cadets are expected to wear their uniform on the designated uniform day.GRADING PROCEDURES:Uniform Inspection – 100 points (per Uniform Day)Quizzes/Tests – 100 pointsClass Participation – 100 pointsThe East Jefferson High School grading scale will be used. See student handbook.MATERIALS:Textbooks are located in the classroom. If needed, they may given an electronic PDF copy on storage device.AS 100 – Aerospace Science – Milestones in Aviation HistoryCourse Description:This is the recommended first AS course for all new cadets. It is an aviation history course focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It starts with ancient civilizations and flight, then progresses through time to future developments in aerospace, with an introduction into cyber technologies. The intent of this textbook is to bring alive the significant discoveries in flight a reality. This book tells the story of why we are so proud of our Air Force heritage-laying the foundation for future Air Force JROTC aerospace science courses. Throughout the course 21st century learning is adopted with readings, video clips, hands-on learner centered activities, and chapter project-based learning opportunities. This course will make up 40% of the overall AFJROTC program.Course Objectives:Describe historical facts and impacts of the early attempts of heavier-than-air flight.Analyze the impact World War I aviation had on commercial aviation.Examine the role aerial bombing had on the outcome of World War II.Investigate the impact commercial jet aviation has had on US travel.Analyze the lessons learned from global use of US airpower.Evaluate developing technology that will affect the US Air Force of the future.Recommended Textbook: Aerospace Science: A Journey Into Aviation HistoryChapter 1: Exploring FlightChapter 2: Developing FlightChapter 3: Evolution of the Early Air ForceChapter 4: Commercial and General Aviation Take OffChapter 5: The US Air Force is BornChapter 6: The Modern Air ForceLE 100 – Leadership Education – Traditions, Wellness, and Foundations of CitizenshipCourse Description:LE 100 is the component of JROTC leadership education. It is intended for students who are entering the AFJROTC program and beginning their high school studies. It will introduce cadets to history, organization, mission, traditions, goals, and objectives of JROTC for all services. It introduces key military customs and courtesies, how to project a positive attitude, and exam the principles of ethical and moral behavior. It provides strategies for effective note taking and study skills for academic success. Lessons will cover how to be emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy. Avoiding and preventing violence in today’s society will also be covered. How to recognize types of bullying and how to advocate for prevention of this type of behavior. It will cover healthy living, physical fitness, and how to make safe, drug-free, and responsible decisions. This textbook will also examine the negative effects of air and water pollution, and how to help keep the environment safe. Cadets will be introduced to civics and our national government, including a historical understanding of the American flag and other important national symbols. The final chapter will also cover how the US Constitution protects our rights and freedoms as American citizens. This course will make up 40% of the overall AFJROTC program.Course Objectives:Analyze the heritage, organization, and tradition of service programs. Analyze the benefits of positive personal behavior. Evaluate healthy living through physical activity and good nutrition. Apply safe, drug-free decisions. 5. Analyze the importance of citizenship in the United States.Recommended Textbook: Leadership Education 100: Traditions, Wellness, and Foundations of CitizenshipChapter 1: Introduction to JROTC ProgramsChapter 2: Personal BehaviorChapter 3: Be Health SmartChapter 4: Making Safe, Drug-Free DecisionsChapter 5: The Foundations of United States CitizenshipDrill and CeremoniesCourse Description:The Drill and Ceremonies course provides an in-depth introduction to drill and ceremonies. The course concentrates on the elements of military drill, and describes individual and group precision movements, procedures for saluting, drill, ceremonies, reviews, parades, and development of the command voice. Students are provided detailed instruction on ceremonial performances and protocol for civilian and military events and have the opportunity to personally learn drill. Though each class will follow an established lesson plan, most of the work is to be hands-on. This course is part of the Leadership Curriculum for AFJROTC.Course Objectives:After successfully completing AFM 36-2203: Personnel Drill and Ceremonies, the student will: 1. Know the importance of drill and ceremonies. 2. Know basic commands and characteristics of the command voice. 3. Apply and execute the concepts and principles of basic drill positions and movements. 4. Know when and how to salute. 5. Apply the principles and procedures of drill movements used with smaller units to the movement of a squadron. 6. Know the function of the group and the wing. 7. Know how groups and wings are formed. 8. Know the purpose and definition of ceremonies and parades.WellnessCourse Description:Wellness is an official and integral part of the Air Force Junior ROTC program. It consists of two exercise programs focused upon individual base line improvements with the goal of achieving a national standard as calculated by age and gender. The Wellness curriculum is instrumental in developing citizens of character dedicated to serving our nation and communities. Cadets will be given the opportunity to put into practice the wellness concepts that are taught in Leadership Education 100. Instructors are free to include other activities cadets enjoy such as team sports in order to keep the Wellness Program fun and motivating. This course will make up 20% of the overall AFJROTC program.The course objective for the Wellness Program is to: Motivate AFJROTC cadets to lead active, healthy lifestyles beyond program requirements and into their adult lives. The goals of the Wellness program are to: Create an individualized training program based on national standards by age and gender. 2. Identify areas of improvements for each cadet and provide guidance for improvement. 3. Incorporate a physical training program to reach fitness goals. Friday’s are designated as Wellness Day for LA-062. This day can consist of classroom lessons on health and wellness or physical activity. In conjunction with the SASI/ASI, each flight commander will select a physical activity for his class period. This might be coordinated physical training such as running and other exercises or it can consist of competitive sports such as football, Ultimate Frisbee, kickball, cabbage ball, etc. This list may include other activities as long as the SASI/ASI approve it is a legitimate physical activity.Student Expectations and ConductIn addition to the rules of East Jefferson High School, each student is expected to follow the guidelines outlined in the LA-062 AFJROTC Cadet Guide. Cadets will be on time to class, place their book bags/backpacks on the floor, stand behind their seats quietly until the instructor enters the room (or the flight commander gives an order), come to attention as commanded, and follow appropriate direction. There will be no eating or drinking in class without permission of the instructor. Cadets will remain quiet during instruction unless participating in discussions, or raise their hands and are acknowledged by the instructor/flight commander. The school and uniform dress codes are always in effect unless partaking in sporting events.Instructor/classroom computers are OFF LIMITS to the students without instructor permission. The Aviation Fundamentals flight simulator is available with the permission of an instructor. Uniforms and shoes will be issued to each cadet at no cost. Cadets will sign for accountable item issued; lost items can result in monetary charges per direction of Headquarters AFJROTC.Wear of the uniform is mandatory once per week, on Wed class. The class will be inspected as a flight by the flight commander, on a 100 point scale. The uniform must be worn all day! Failure to wear the uniform will earn the cadet an “F.” Make-up uniform wear day is permitted/encouraged, with a slight penalty (see the Cadet Guide); inspecting officers need to inform the cadet staff of the make-up score for posting by the instructors. Excuse from uniform wear can only be granted by the instructors. Grades will be noted on the weekly flight roster and posted in JCampus by an instructor. The East Jefferson High School grading scale will be used. ................
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