- Vashon High School
- Frequently Asked Questions
JROTC Home Page
Page Navigation
- Overview
- SAI Employment Opportunity
- JROTC Mission/Goals
- JROTC History
- Sergeant First Class (Ret) Lorenzo Harris
- Wolverine's Battalion Chain of Command
- Army JROTC Awards
- Army Junior Uniform Wear Guide
- Army JROTC Cadet Ranks
- Drill and Ceremony Manual TC-21-5
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Cadet Information and References Section
- 2025 Photo Gallery
- 2024 Photo Gallery
- 2023 Photo Gallery
- 2022 Photo Gallery
- 2020 Photo Gallery
- 2019 Photo Gallery
- 2018 Photo Gallery
- 2017 Photo Gallery
- 2016 Photo Gallery
- 2015 Photo Gallery
- SY 2017 Video Galleries
- JROTC Text LET 1 - 4
- Wolverines Newsletter
-
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JROTC a required course?No. JROTC is not a required course at Vashon High School.
What does JROTC stand for?JROTC stands for Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps. It is a military regulated high school program whose purpose is to educate high school students in leadership roles while making them aware of the benefits of citizenship. The mission of JROTC is to motivate young people to become better American citizens.
What is the class like?The program is a full credit elective class for every semester a person takes it. JROTC combines interesting classroom instruction with the opportunity to serve the school and the community participates in extra-curricular activities, enjoy social activities, and have the chance to be in leadership positions.
What is exactly taught in class?The material covered in the program varies throughout the year, with short segments of leadership training, basics of citizenship and other topics related to the U.S. Army. The Army JROTC curriculum also covers topics such as U.S. Military History, first aid, human relations, etiquette, good techniques for oral communication, drill and ceremony, military map reading, personal hygiene, marksmanship, orienteering, and staff functions and procedures.
Is there an obligation to go into the armed services after high school?There is no obligation of any kind to join the service; in fact, most cadets do not go into the military. But for those who are interested in pursuing a career in the military, Army JROTC is a real benefit.
Who are the instructors?There are two instructors, a Senior Army Instructor (SAI) and an Army Instructors (AI). The SAI is an officer, and the AIs are non-commissioned officers (enlisted). All are retired from active military service. The Senior Army Instructor (SAI) at Vashon High School is Sergeant Major (Retired) Walter L. Wright and the Army Instructor (AI)I is Sergeant First Class (Retired) Lorenzo P. Harris.
What does the program cost?There is no cost to enter the program. The course materials, uniforms, supplies, and equipment is issued to the cadets free of charge by the U.S. Army. There are some things that a cadet might have to pay for, such as a field trip, issued equipment that is lost or damaged, or special equipment for a particular team.
Are both girls and boys enrolled?
What are some of the benefits of taking the program?
Do I wear a uniform?Yes. After earning a uniform in the beginning of their first year, cadets are required to wear the Army JROTC uniform twice a month on uniform day. Usually at Vashon High School, uniform days are on Wednesdays/Thursdays, but there are exceptions. The uniform is provided by the military, and is custom-fitted to each cadet. The uniform consists of a pair of trousers, shoes, black socks, shirt, black belt, and buckle. Cadets earn their rank and awards to put on their uniforms. It is considered an honor to wear the uniform and cadets wear it with pride.
Are there special regulations I have to follow?Yes, although not to the extreme. There are, however, regulations about the personal appearance of cadets, wearing of the uniform, and even how to address the other military personnel and cadets. For example, on uniform day, males must have their hair not exceed past the ears lengthwise, and female cadets must have their hair off the collar.
Can I still do other activities, outside JROTC?
What kind of recognition can I get by participating in the program?
What about the leadership training?
How can I enroll in the program?