Do I have to join the Air Force if I enroll in AFJROTC?
There is no military obligation when you join AFJROTC!
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What is the mission of AFJROTC?
The mission of the AFJROTC program is to develop citizens of
character dedicated to serving their nation and community.
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What do you learn in AFJROTC?
During class, cadets learn about the history of aviation, aviation
programs, military aircraft, military customs, and leadership. But
more importantly, cadets learn excellent work habits, social skills,
and team work.
Aerospace Science and Survival classes are taught by
Lt Col Jay Thompson
Email: thompsonjj@lcsedu.net
Leadership classes are taught by Senior Master Sergeant Don
Dougherty
Email: doughertydg@lcsedu.net
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What do cadets do outside of school?
Community Service:
- Color Guards for school and community events
- Virginia 10-Miler Road Guards
- School Beautification Project
- Habitat For Humanity
- Boys & Girls Club Thanksgiving Dinner
Competitions:
- Drill Meets each year for the drill team and color guard
- Air Rifle Marksmanship Competitions
Parades and Special Presentations:
- Lynchburg Christmas Parade
- Presentation Of Colors at EC Glass HS Football and Basketball
Games
Recent Field Trips:
- Seymour Johnson AFB
- Pope AFB Air Show
- Washington, DC
- Langley AFB
Summer Leadership School:
Mountaineer Cadet Officer Leadership School/Concord University
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What are the benefits of taking AFJROTC?
- Leadership Training
- Learn about the military
- Increased rank if you enlist in any branch of the armed services
- ROTC Scholarships at Universities
- Service Academy Appointments
- High school academic credit
- Make new friends!
- Make memories that last a lifetime!
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Do I have to wear a uniform?
Cadets are required to wear the Air Force uniform one day a week
and will receive an inspection grade which is 35% of their ROTC
grade.
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Do I have to cut my hair? Are there other personal appearance
restrictions?
When in uniform, cadets are required to meet the grooming
standards established by the US Air Force. Men's hair can not
touch the ears nor the back collar of the shirt. Mustaches are
allowed, but cannot extend past the edges of the lips. Men can
not wear earrings.
Female cadets
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There is no military obligation when you join AFJROTC!
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What is the mission of AFJROTC?
The mission of the AFJROTC program is to develop citizens of
character dedicated to serving their nation and community.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What do you learn in AFJROTC?
During class, cadets learn about the history of aviation, aviation
programs, military aircraft, military customs, and leadership. But
more importantly, cadets learn excellent work habits, social skills,
and team work.
Aerospace Science and Survival classes are taught by
Lt Col Jay Thompson
Email: thompsonjj@lcsedu.net
Leadership classes are taught by Senior Master Sergeant Don
Dougherty
Email: doughertydg@lcsedu.net
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What do cadets do outside of school?
Community Service:
- Color Guards for school and community events
- Virginia 10-Miler Road Guards
- School Beautification Project
- Habitat For Humanity
- Boys & Girls Club Thanksgiving Dinner
Competitions:
- Drill Meets each year for the drill team and color guard
- Air Rifle Marksmanship Competitions
Parades and Special Presentations:
- Lynchburg Christmas Parade
- Presentation Of Colors at EC Glass HS Football and Basketball
Games
Recent Field Trips:
- Seymour Johnson AFB
- Pope AFB Air Show
- Washington, DC
- Langley AFB
Summer Leadership School:
Mountaineer Cadet Officer Leadership School/Concord University
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What are the benefits of taking AFJROTC?
- Leadership Training
- Learn about the military
- Increased rank if you enlist in any branch of the armed services
- ROTC Scholarships at Universities
- Service Academy Appointments
- High school academic credit
- Make new friends!
- Make memories that last a lifetime!
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Do I have to wear a uniform?
Cadets are required to wear the Air Force uniform one day a week
and will receive an inspection grade which is 35% of their ROTC
grade.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Do I have to cut my hair? Are there other personal appearance
restrictions?
When in uniform, cadets are required to meet the grooming
standards established by the US Air Force. Men's hair can not
touch the ears nor the back collar of the shirt. Mustaches are
allowed, but cannot extend past the edges of the lips. Men can
not wear earrings.
Female cadets
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xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxx
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