DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

ARMY JROTC BATTALION

EAST COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL
32 GATOR LANE, ROOM 316/302
LAKE WACCAMAW, NC 28450-0401
24 August 2015

JROTC 2015 2016 Course Syllabus

Leadership Education Training (LET) 1-8
Text, ROTCM 145-4-3, March 2002
Curriculum Manager, 2003 2015 ver. 95
Instructors: LTC (Ret) Ophelia Munn-Goins, Senior Army Instructor
SGM (Ret) Edell Bellamy, Army Instructor
Uniforms: Monday ~ Class C (ACU)

Wednesday ~ Class A/B

Friday ~ Bring PT Clothing

Schedule:
Monday and Friday: Leadership lab will include drill and ceremony training, parade practice,
physical training/organized athletics, or other hands-on activities. Cadets should wear appropriate
clothing and footwear. These activities will be organized and executed by the cadet chain of command
under the supervision of an instructor. Physical activities will always be held on Monday and Friday.
Tuesday and Thursday: Formal classroom instruction will required material (pencil, paper,
1 3 ring binder, etc.). The Senior Army Instructor and Army Instructor will usually give instruction with
assistance from selected guest instructors.
Wednesday: Leadership lab, curriculum and uniform inspection activities. Cadets are required to
wear proper uniform with cap, shined brass, and shoes, and remain in the proper uniform throughout the
day. Their uniform will be worn in accordance with Army Regulation 670-1, dated 31 March 2014, Wear
and Appearance of Army Uniforms and Insignia. Failure to wear the ASU uniform for inspection and
during the entire school day each week is grounds for removal from the JROTC program and result in a
dissatisfaction grade.
Supplies:
The following supplies are needed and brought to school each day.
Pencil
colored pencils

black ink pen

loose lead notebook paper

1-inch three ring binder

dividers for notebook (5)

Grading:
LET 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A and 4B cadets are expected to put forth the necessary effort to
be successful (pass) in this course. Course grade will be computer using the following rubric:
Leadership Lab/Conduct/Performance 25%:
Each Friday a grade will be award based on instructor and company commander observations of the
cadet. Weekly grade will also be based on ATTITUDE, cooperation, and 4 Ps (Prompt, Professional,
Prepared, and Participate).
Inspections: weekly uniform inspections (Monday ~ Class C and Wednesday~ Class A/B)
Drill activities: graded exercises in squad/platoon drill
Physical training: lead exercise and positive attitude while participating
Parades or other activities/ceremonies
Leadership and participation: Leadership displaying the traits of an effective leader,
effort, participation and leading by example.
Formal Instruction/Projects 25%:
Graded exercises on each unit of instruction/homework/notebooks
Quizzes: announced and unannounced, oral and written, bell-work, etc.
Presentations: written and oral
Final Exam 25%:
Exams will be given for each unit of instruction and may consist of writing (short answers and/or
essay) multiple choices, full-in-the-blank and practical exercises based on the instrument used (paper
and pencil or CPS). There will maybe essay questions on any test.
Research Paper 10%:
The instructor will assign one research paper each semester. Students are expected to follow the
format provided (typed, 12 font size, 1- 2 pages, running head, etc.).
FINAL GRADE WILL CONSIST OF (15%):
1ST Semester
Columbus County Agriculture Fair
East Columbus HS Homecoming
Whiteville Drill Meet

2nd Semester
Military Ball (Dining In/Out)
North Brunswick Drill/Raider/Rifle Meet
Change of Command & Awards Ceremony

POW Parade
Lake Waccamaw Winter Parade
Ashley and Laney Drill Meet
North Brunswick CMP Meet
Pine Tree Festival and Parade

East Columbus~ Drill/Raider/Rifle Meet

Fourth Brigade Best of the Best
CMP Championship
Additional Drill/Raider/Rifle Meets

Fundraisers: JROTC does not fine a fee each semester. Cadets are required to pay a minor cost to cover
the cost to travel from $3 - $7. Cadets can participate in JROTC fundraisers to defray cost: (a) travel

competitions for the entire school year after selling at least 20 boxes of donuts, and or (b) cost of the
military ball by selling 15 boxes of donuts, and (c) assist in pizza sale at ECHJS Basketball games.

IMPORTANT DATES AND PARENT ASSISTANCE

Event
JROTC Parent Meeting
High School EOC Test (Final Exams) 1st Semester
Military Ball*
All forms and fee for JROTC Cadet Leadership Camp (JCLC)
East Columbus HS Drill, Raider and Rifle Meet*

Date
TBA
13 20 January 2016
13 February 2016
8 April 2016
12 March 2016

Change of Command and Awards Ceremony*

12 April 2016
TH
100 JROTC Anniversary 5K Run/Walk (Color Run)
22 April 2016
Turn-in, all uniforms
2 6 May 2016
nd
High School EOC Test (Final Exams) 2 Semester
2 7 June 2015**
Graduation Day
9 June 15
JCLC ~ Summer Camp (limited slots) **
15 21 June 2016**
Note: *Parent volunteers and/or chaperones needed; ** tentative dates
Bonus: (additional points at the end of term grade)
Points will be awarded based on satisfactory participation in rifle team, color guard, drill team, raider
team, or other approved extracurricular activity (academic or leadership bowl) and community service.
Parental Involvement:
We encourage parental involvement and participation. We are working to establish a ROTC
Parents Association to support the efforts of our students and the school as a whole. We would like to
have every parent involved in some way. The funds generated from fundraising help offset costs
associated with the JROTC Program.
We need your assistance to ensure cadets wear uniforms on inspections day, complete
assignments on time, participate in all mandatory scheduled (as well as voluntary events) JROTC
activities, and cooperate/respect fellow cadets/instructors. The Army Instructors will call and/or send a
written notice or email to the parent or guardian when a cadet is recognized and awarded for
accomplishments, as well, if the cadet is not performing to his/her potential, unexcused absences, or
inappropriate/disruptive behavior as outlined in Columbus County Schools Student Handbook available
at www.columbus.k12.nc.us.
I trust you find this information helpful and look forward to communicating with you. Please
contact LTC Munn-Goins or SGM Bellamy in person or by phone at 646-4094 for questions. You can
find our policy letters, schedules, and pictures of students in action on East Columbus High School
JROTC website@ www.eastcolumbushighshcoolrotc.weebly.com
Ophelia Munn-Goins
LTC, USA (RET)

Senior Army Instructor

17 September 2015
JROTC 20152016 Course Syllabus Leadership Education Training LET 1-4
Text, ROTCM 145-4-3, March 2002
Curriculum Manager, 2003 2015 ver. 92
Instructors: LTC (Ret) Ophelia Munn-Goins, Senior Army Instructor
SGM (Ret) Edell Bellamy, Army Instructor

PLEASE RETURN ONE COPY OF THE SIGNATURE PAGE TO JROTC SAI/AI BY 25 SEPTEMBER 2016.

WEEK 1: a) administration testing, inspections, and issue uniforms; b) verbal communications activity
(Student introductions using a designated outline) and discuss class rules, course expectations, JROTC Mission,
challenges, physical fitness schedule, course requirements, cadet creed and pledge of allegiance requirements,
organization and support requirements for ECHS home football games (Fridays per schedule), and other key
aspects of the course; c) introduction to leadership theory; d) current event and writing requirement (weekly);
e) physical fitness and military drill/marching in accordance with regulations (weekly); and f) prepare for
competitions.
WEEK 2: a) continue activities related to Leadership Theory and Application ; b) nominations for Cadet Chain
of Command (primary and special staff positions) for selected students will complete specialized projects for
evaluation throughout the semester (target dates to complete each project is subject to change); c) cadets are
required to participate in key and highly visible JROTC activities for a grade (specialized teams such as drill
team, color guard detail, raider challenge team, etc.); d) Proper wear and use of military uniform(s); e) prepare
for the Drill, Raider and Rifle Competitions, Parades, College Tours, Guest Speakers, Service Learning
Projects, Military Ball; and f) Cadet Challenge.
WEEK 3: a) Issue uniforms, b) proper wear and use of military uniform(s); c) prepare for the Military Ball; d)
prepare for JPA; e) Winning Colors and application; and f) Personal Skills Map.
WEEK 4: a) Citizenship in Action (Service Learning project and other activities); b) Preparation for Inspection
(see functional tasks and checklists); c) Cadet Etiquette Guide; and d) Military Career Opportunities.
WEEK 5: a) Leadership Principles (class discussion and activities); b) Weekly activities: current event, drill and
ceremony, service learning project, specialized teams practice, physical fitness, and leadership activities; c)
After Action Review ~ Military Ball; d) Goal Setting; and e) Time Management.
WEEK 6: a) Foundations for Success (High School Financial Planning Program); b) Weekly activities (see
Week 4 for details); and c) Service Learning Activities.
WEEK 7: a) Geography and Map Skills (Part I); b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); and c) Service
Learning Activities.
WEEK 8: a) Geography and Map Skills (Part II); b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); and c) Service
Learning Activities.

WEEK 9: a) Rifle team training; b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); and c) Service Learning
Assessment/After Action Review
WEEK 10: a) Leadership Training; b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details)
WEEK 11: a) American History and Government; b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details)
WEEK 12: a) American History and Government (continued); b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); (3)
Staff project update
WEEK 13: a) In Ranks inspection and board activities, b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details)
WEEK 14: a) Wellness, Fitness, and First Aid; b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); c) Students
continue to prepare projects for inspection; and d) Cadet Challenge.
WEEK 15: a) Raider Challenge activities; b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); c) Students finalize
projects
WEEK 16: a) (1) Leadership Theory; b) Nominations for summer leadership camp; c) Weekly activities (see
Week 4 for details)
WEEK 17: a) Administration testing and inspections; b) Weekly activities (see Week 4 for details); and c)
Reviews.
WEEK 18: Review all concepts learned and take final exam.

Ophelia Munn-Goins
LTC (R), US Army
Senior Army Instructor

Edell Bellamy
SGM (R), US Army
Army Instructor

I ______________________________ (Print Cadets name) reviewed and discussed this document regarding
the JROTC class with my parent/guardian, ________________________________ (name of parent/ guardian).
I attest that I have read and agree to the guidelines and expectations of the JROTC class. I am aware of the
expectations of my child and will do everything possible to make certain I will assist my child in reaching these
goals. I will support my child and the JROTC program throughout the semester and will communicate openly
with any issue as they arise.
Use Blue or Black Ink
Signature Cadet: _______________________________________

Date: _______________

Initial Here____________
Signature of Parent/Guardian: _____________________________

Date: ___________