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Brantley County JROTC
The Junior ROTC program actually originated as part of the National Defence Act of 1916. The principle of maintaining a national prograam for young citizens attending high school was validated during congressional hearings before passing the ROTC Vitalization Act of 1964. Most recently, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Colin Powell, sponsored an initiative in 1992, which had strong support from both President Bush and Congress, which led to expanding thr Junior ROTC programs of all the military services. The expansion oppertunity in 2000 by applying for one Air Force program, at Brantlet County High School and through much perseverance the program was approved and activated the first of July 2006.

SECTION ONE: DESCRIPTION OF UNIT

Brantley County High Air Force Junior ROTC is in its fourth year of Operation. The Unit is organized as a Group consisting of Alpha and Bravo Squadrons. Brantley County High is predominately caucasian located in a rural community with over 60 percent students on free or reduced lunch. The school board and local community is very supportive of the program. One major obstacle to Cadet involvment and participation is lack of transportation to and from practices and other after school events.

SECTION TWO: UNIT GOALS

1. Cadet - Perform the 30 Step drill sequence with zero errors

2. Cadet - 95 Cadets pass the Physical Fitness Test with 80 percent or better score. Pass six of seven classes enrolled with "C"  average or better.

3. School - Sponsor Quarterly Teacher Appreciation Day with formal recognition and Awards.

4. School - Perform 4 hours of  Monthly School Clean-up on school and surrounding school property.

5. Community - Perform 16 hour community service monthly by visiting nursing homes, bagging groceries,  civic events, K-6 school events.

6. Community - Conduct  911 remembrance Ceremony, Flag Disposal Ceremony, Veterans Appreciation Ceremony, MLK Observance,  Parades and community.

Some pictures :D

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