Army Instructor:

1st SGT Willie McClendon
 

Shoulder Sleeve Insignia.  Description:

On a shield shaped embroidered device 3 inches (7.62 cm) in height by 2 13/16 inches (7.14 cm) in width blazoned:  Tierce in pairle reversed, Gules, of the like, and Argent, in dexter chief a scroll of the second and a quill pen Azure; in sinister chief a stylized atomic symbol White detailed Blue, the center voided of the field; in base a lamp flamant of the third; all edged with a 1/16 inch (.16 cm) Blue border.   Attached above the shield, a White scroll inscribed “SUSSEX” in Blue letters edged with a 1/8 inch (.32 cm) Blue border.

Symbolism:

Red, white and blue are the school’s colors.  The lamp symbolizes knowledge.  The parchment scroll and quill pen represent academic and scholarly achievement.  The atomic symbol pertains to progress through technology and science.

Background:

The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved 25 January 2007 by the Department of Defense Institute of Heraldry.

SUSSEX CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Army Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC)

SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA

JROTC Creed

I am an Army Junior ROTC Cadet.

I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school and the Corps of Cadets.

I am loyal and patriotic.

I am the future of the United States of America.

I do not lie, cheat or steal and will always be accountable for actions and deeds.

I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism.

I will work hard to improve my mind and strengthen my body.

I will seek the mantle of leadership and stand prepared to uphold the Constitution and the American way of life.

May God grant me the strength to always live by this creed.

COURSE: Leadership Education and Training (LET 1-2-3-4)

INSTRUCTORS: LTC Samuel Petticollas and 1SG TBD

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course is offered as part of a four-year program designed to teach 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 self-discipline. It prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. This course is a stimulus for promoting graduation from high school, and it carries a full elective credit for each year of participation. It provides instruction in Citizenship and American History, Leadership Theory and Application, Earth Science, Character Development, Wellness, Fitness and First Aid, Safety, and Personal Financial Management.

JROTC MISSION: The Army JROTC mission is simply “To motivate young people to be better citizens.” Although the Army sponsors this program, there is no requirement for participants to join the military after graduation. However, cadets who complete two or more years of JROTC may enter the military with advanced rank. Also, cadets of high academic standing are competitive for Senior ROTC college scholarships and appointment to one of the military academics.

COURSE GOALS: This course is designed to teach cadets to:

TEXT: Various texts for each topic are provided by the Army.

GRADING: The following criteria will be used to determine grades: