Course Description at SHS
AFJROTC Program
The Air Force Junior (AFJROTC) Aerospace Education Program consists of Aerospace Science and Leadership Education.  Each year's content of the four year program is divided between Aerospace Science and Leadership Education.

The first year is an introduction into the Aerospace Science program and consists of the history of aviation and the aerospace community. 

The second year cover the principals of flight, navigation and weather.

The third year expands on propulsion systems and covers the exploration of space.

The fourth year cover civil aviation and the department of defense national defense structure.

Although drill and ceremonies is the main single emphasis of Leadership Education, it is rounded out with classroom activity dealing with military customs and courtesies and leadership and management problems.  The practical activities associated with a corps organization includes drill teams, awards, dining-out, military balls, and field trips to local bases, airports and aerospace associated industries.  This also includes instruction on management, creative thinking, problem solving, communications, and organizations as it pertains to the cadet corps.

Aerospace Education 1
(1 Credit) Grades 9 and 10
This course is an initial exploration of aerospace activities and leadership techniques.  It acquaints the student with the historical development of flight and the role of the United States Air Force, its customs and courtesies, with special emphasis on leadership and management techniques.  Field trips will be made to operation flying units to provide the practical application of aerospace education.  Course topics will include modern aircraft, its design and purpose, a history of air power with emphasis on the United States air force and its interaction in our modern day world.  There will be opportunities to participate in leadership situations.

PREREQUISITES:  At least 14 year of age, U.S. citizen, and maintaining overall academic average of at least 70% (waivers may be given for otherwise exceptionally qualified candidates)

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:  Completion of all workbook assignments and textbook chapter tests.  Uniform and all books are provided by the Air Force.

Aerospace Education 2
(1 Credit)  Grade 11
This course will examine selected areas of aeronautics, the component factors of aerospace power, and will develop in the student his/her leadership as a Cadet Sergeant to participate in Air Force drill and ceremonies.  Course topics will include the theory of flight, aircraft propulsion systems, air navigation, and military instruction techniques.  This course will provide the student with the basic techniques of airmanship.

PREREQUISITES:  Successful completion of AS-I course and recommendation by the Aerospace Science Instructor

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:  Completion of all workbook assignments and textbook chapter tests.  Uniform and all books are provided by the Air Force

Aerospace Education 3
(1 Credit)  Grade 12
This course examines the space programs and technologies.  This course will develop in the student his/her leadership abilities as a Cadet Officer.  Here an analysis is made of factors and techniques involved in leadership situations.  Course topics will include lunar/planetary explorations, propulsion and guidance and control of space vehicles.

PREREQUISITES:  Successful completion of AS-II course and recommendation by Aerospace Science Instructors.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:  Completion of all workbook assignments and textbook chapter tests.  Uniform and all books are provided by the Air Force

Aerospace Education 4
(1 Credit)  Grade 13
This fourth year offers, to those students who have completed ASI, ASII, ASIII, during their ninth, tenth and eleventh grades respectively, three different options to continue their AFJROTC experience.  The options are 1.  Management of the Cadet Corps through active incorporation of previously learned theories and leadership techniques as a key staff member  2.  Competing a Ground school course which, when complete, should enable the students to pass the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) written private pilot examination, 3.  Completing a civil course, which would include such topics as civil aviation and civil and military aerospace careers.

PREREQUISITES:  Successful completion of ASIII course and approval of the aerospace science instructors and guidance counselor.

BENEFITS:  If you successfully complete three years of Air Force Junior ROTC and then enroll in Air Force ROTC in college, you may receive credit for the first year of the 4-year program as a candidate who is qualified for pilot or navigator training.  Each air Force Junior ROTC unit can also nominate qualified candidates for Air Force Academy consideration.  If you enter the military service, you may be able to enter two pay grades higher then your fellow enlistees if you have successfully completed three years of the program.  All Air Force Junior ROTC cadets can compete for the 4-year Air Force ROTC college scholarships.