Welcome back to school! This year looks to be an exciting one for NJROTC! Our numbers are up and the quality of young adults appear to be the best I have seen since 2002.
Let's jump in...
I sent home a NJROTC Handbook with all the cadets that has paperwork that needs to be completed and returned ASAP. I understand if your child is unable to get a physical for several weeks. If they are doing a sport at school and have received a physical I just need a copy for our records. Without a physical they have limitations on doing physical training (PT) while at school. Additionally, they are unable to partake in drill meets, orienteering matches, and some field trips. So let's get it taken care of so they can reep the full benefits from NJROTC!
There is a minimum activity fee of $20.00. This covers items that the Navy or school will not cover. They receive PT gear, shirt stays, shoe polish, name tag, accident insurance, and brasso. It is a $47.00 value... Uniforms are free and are on loan to the cadet while in NJROTC. They are government property and must be returned upon graduation or dropping the program. As long as the cadet takes reasonable care then there is no charge for replacement items.
Friday 29th August is our first home football game. We do parking. trash pick up, and run the visitors concession. I have selected the 16 cadets to fill the positions. I try and rotate it each week so all cadets that want to participate have a chance. Cadets earn points in community service and participation which in turn allows them to earn ribbons and hours to put towards Bright Future scholarship.
We will start issuing uniform next Tuesday 2nd Sept. Returning cadets need to bring in item that need replacing. First year cadets will be issued a full seabag.
The first several weeks we concentrate on three basic things: Drill (basic), Orders to the Sentry, and Chain of Command. These are things that the cadet must master from the 1st year of NJROTC. They will use them for the next 4 years if they choose to remain in the program.
Additionally, I will strat collecting the Activity Fee next week also. I accept cash, money orders, and checks. Checks should be made out to Robert E. Lee High.
Below is the Schedule of Events:
NJROTC
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
FOR
2008/2009
1. Aug. 29 Football Game Fort White (concession)
2. Sept. 05 Football Game Terry Parker (concession)
3. Sept. 20 Orienteering Ocala National Forest
4. Oct. 03 Football Game (HC) Orange Park(concession)
5. Oct. 04 USMC ROTC 5K Run Veterans Memorial Walk
6. Oct 17 Football Game Raines (concession
7. Oct. 18 Capt. Cup Fun Meet Fleming Island
8. Oct 24 Football Game First Coast (concession
9. Oct. 25 NS1 Drill Meet Ed White High (1st yr. NJROTC)
10. Nov. 01 Inter-service (DM) Nease high
11. Nov. 08 Brain Brawl Middleburg High
12. Nov. 11 Vet’s Day Parade Downtown Jax
13. Nov. 14 Football Game (SN) Jackson (concession
14. Nov. 22 Sanctioned (DM) Orange Park High
15. Jan. 10 Brain Brawl Clay High
16. Jan. 17 Sanctioned (DM) Nease High
17. Feb. 14 Sanctioned (DM) Fleming Island High
18. Feb. 28 Orienteering Ocala National Forest
19. Jun. 07-13 Leadership Academy NS Kings Bay (1st)
20. Jun. 07-10 CO/XO Course GMC
21. Jun. 13-19 Sail Academy NAS Jax
22. Jun. 14-20 Leadership Academy NS Kings Bay (2nd)
Dates will be updated as required.
TBD NAS JAX (FT) NAS Jacksonville
TBD Dwest (FT) NS Mayport
TBD Day Cruise (FT) NS Mayport
TBD NS Kings Bay (FT) NS Kings Bay
TBD Patriot Point (FT) Charleston SC.
TBD Marine Boot Camp (FT) Parris Island, SC.
TBD EOY trip Wild Adventures?
TBD AMI Inspection Lee High (On-Site)
TBD Military Ball Hill Top Club OP
TBD TPC Ponte Vedra, FL.
LT Williams (HC)=Home Coming
Senior Naval Science Instructor (SN)=Senior Night
(DM) = Drill Meet
(FT) = Field Trip
This week has been very hectic with testing and other activities in NJROTC. Here is information concerning the Annual Military Ball and Leadership Conferences on 3/4 and 3/6.
Below is particulars on the Military Ball. General - It is the NJROTC annual awards banquet and dinner/dance. It's a time to award cadets for performance and say good by to our seniors. All parents and guest are invited to attend however, most do not. We will have plenty of Chaprones.
Subj: Military Awards Banquet (Ball)
1. This years Military Awards Banquet will be held at the Hilltop Club of Orange Park (located @ 2030 Wells Rd. Orange Park 32073, 276-3500). The event will be held on 1800 (6pm) March 8th (Saturday).
COST: Active NJROTC cadets $20.00
NJROTC Allumni $20.00
NJROTC Seniors FREE
General Guest $25.00
I subsidize the cost per cadet $5.00 each.
MENU: Buffet
Appetizers:
Cheese/olives and crackers (assorted)
Assorted fruit w/fruit dip
Dinner Buffet:
Garden salad choice of dressing
lasagna
Macaroni and cheese with ham
Tilapia and shrimp stewed with carrots
in champagne cream sauce over noodles
Garlic mashed potatoes
Steamed vegetables (medley)
Garlic bread sticks
Beverages:
Ice tea
Lemonade
Water
Soda/Coffee (purchased during dinner) $1.75
free refills
Dessert:
Navy cake and cookies – ROTC provided
All the active NJROTC males will be issued Service Dress Blue uniform (coat and tie), females will wear prom type dress. This is a formal event with pictures takin for purchase. Price of photo packages and directions to the HillTop will be given to cadets when they pay. Last day to pay is 3/5 Wednesday. CASH only please. If you have any quetions or concerns please email me or call me @ 381-3877
LEADERSHIP CONFERENCES:
Permission slips went out last week to the cadets that we feel would benefit the most. The first one is on Tuesday 3/4. The second is Thursday 3/6. It is no cost to the cadet, food and transportation will be provided. Please (parent) sign and return the permission slips ASAP. They can't attend without teacher signatures and parents. The cadets attending are required to wear their uniform. This will count as their uniform grade for the week.
Mid-terms grades and scholarship warning went out this week. Parents scholarship warning are only required if the child is making a "D" or "F" in their class.
WEEK of 1/2 - 1/4
UPDATE: listed below is the Mid-Term exam schedule:
Mid-Term Exams on January 11-16, we'll use the following schedule in order to balance our students' exam load:
Friday, January 11------A Day-----1st and 3rd Period Exams
Monday, January 14----B Day-----1st and 3rd Period Exams
Tuesday, January 15---A Day------2nd and 4th Period Exams
Wednesday, Jan. 16----B Day-----2nd and 4th Period Exams
GENERAL NOTES:
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
Hope everyone had a nice holiday and all got what they ask for.
PICTURE Monies are due no later than 1/3...
I will be sending home a revised "List of Events schedule" hopefully, by Friday.
I believe Mid-Terms are the Jan 14th - 18th. Not sure on that date but the cadets will have the correct date and will be taking a Mid-Term test.
No uniforms on Wednesday!!! But the cadets that do wear theirs they will be given credit for participation.
I have issued Relax Fit Jackets to all cadets. This is the only uniform item that can be worn with their civilian attire. Don't lose this jacket they cost $78.00 each!
Continue to memorize the Chain of Command and General Orders of the Sentry. They will be asked at all field meets!
Shine your shoes and get proper hair cuts (males) make sure to shave too. Ladies make sure you conform to regulations when wearing jewelry and nail polish.
WEDNESDAY: We will pickup on "How to interview and dress for success" lecture. Don't forget your career planning prep. (IE. career paper and resume be working on them}
Word of the day WOD
Thursday: Continue "How to interview and dress for success"
WOD
FRIDAY: Physical Training & WOD
WEEK of 10/29 - 11/2
GENERAL NOTES:
Again, this week is different since we have many Homecoming events that disrupt classes or take away time in the classroom. Due to this we are concentrating on fixing up our NJROTC classroom and finishing up the school beautification.
No uniforms on Wednesday!!! Cadets that are going to the Freshman Field Meet will wear them Saturday (this will be their grade for this week’s uniform inspection. Those that are not going Saturday are to wear their uniform on Friday and will march in the Homecoming Parade. If a cadet fails to wear their uniform on either of those days they will receive a grade of ZERO unless they have made prior arrangements with me or NC1 Brown.
Permission slips went home Monday and Tuesday for those cadets to participate in either the Freshman Field Meet or Homecoming Parade.
The Homecoming Parade will take place during school hours Friday. Those going to the Freshman Field Meet, show time are 0630 Saturday!!! We should be back to school around 1530.
Report Cards go home on Thursday!
I have issued Relax Fit Jackets to cadets this week; this is the only uniform item that can be worn with their civilian attire. Don't lose this jacket they cost $78.00 each!
Continue to memorize the Chain of Command and General Orders of the Sentry. They will be asked at all field meets!
Shine your shoes and get proper hair cuts (males) make sure to shave too. Ladies make sure you conform to regulations when wearing jewelry and nail polish.
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WEEK of 10/15 - 10/19
GENERAL NOTES:
NJROTC pictures have been CANCELED once again. This time it is due to District wide PSAT testing the will take place on 10/17 (Wednesday). The tentative date is now November 1st but I'm not sure that date will work due to home coming events that week. More to follow...
This week will be different due to testing, me being gone on Tuesday, and grades due Friday.
Monday, Tuesday, and Friday we are going to do room renovations and Adopt-A-Road.
Word of the Day (WOD) will start up a week from Monday.
Memorize the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
Lets get in the $20 activity fee! If I have not received the money by the end of October, those that owe will go on the School's Debt List.
NO UNIFORM INSPECTION TODAY IT WILL TAKE
PLACE THURSDAY
Thursday: Uniform Inspection and Drill
Young men get your HAIR cut! Young women
make sure your hair, nails, and jewelry
conform to standards. All, polish your
shoes!
Friday: Adopt-A-Road
Make sure to wear appropriate clothing and shoes for walking around the neighborhood picking up trash and debri. Everyone gets community service hours and points towards a community service ribbon.
NJROTC pictures will take place on 10/17 a week from Wednesday. Information (price sheet)will go out Friday.
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is. .
Memorize the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
PT Gear has arrived and has been distributed to ALL cadets. If they have not paid their $20 activity fee lets get it in!!! If I have not received it by the end of October they will go on the School's Debt List.
Make sure to bring your PT GEAR and water bottle on Monday & Friday for PT. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!!!
Monday: WOD, PT
Bring PT GEAR and water bottles! and
Hydrate!
Tuesday: WOD, Academics
Drill Positions Chapter 2 DM-2
(CFM orange book)
Pre-READ prior to class and bring your books!
Wednesday: WOD, Uniform Inspection, and Drill
Young men get your HAIR cut! Young women
make sure your hair, nails, and jewelry
conform to standards. All polish your
shoes!
First of all, I must apologize for my schoolnotes just getting out. I submitted it however; Schoolnotes held it up do to what they believed was inappropriate wording on my part. I'm glad some websites are monitoring what is placed on them. Anyway, it was not inappropriate and now they are releasing it.
Kudos to all that went to the Nease All Service Field meet. We all had fun and brought home some hardware. Three trophies and two medals. The Freshman Drill Meet scheduled for 13 Oct. has been moved to 3 Nov. This is good in that it gives the cadets more time to hone their skills.
Congratulations to all that won the pizza party. Date and time will be out shortly!
Friday (5th) we have a football game. Sixteen individual plus a Color Guard will be needed. Remember, if you volunteer for this you are here to work and have a goodtime. Sign-up list will be posted Thursday. Showtime is 1715 in the NJROTC room.
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is. .
Memorize the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
NOTE: From the results form the Nease Drill Meet many of the cadets have not memorized the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY. Most scored poorly on Navy Knowledge!
PT Gear has arrived and has been distributed to ALL cadets. If they have not paid their $20 activity fee lets get it in!!! If I have not received it by the end of October they will go on the School's Debt List.
Make sure to bring your PT GEAR and water bottle on Monday & Friday for PT. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!!!
Monday: WOD, PT
Bring PT GEAR and water bottles! and
Hydrate!
Make up WOD quiz for 1st platoon and those
that missed it.
Tuesday: WOD, Academics
Film on Basic Drill and practice with
drill rifles
Wednesday: WOD, Uniform Inspection, and Drill (Rifles)
Young men get your HAIR cut! Young women
make sure your hair, nails, and jewelry
conform to standards. All polish your
shoes!
Congrats to all cadets that went to the Fleming Island Captain's Cup field meet. We all had a good-time though only one trophy was won. Cadet Espinosa took second place in sit-ups and brought home the goods! Great job Elana!
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is. NOTE: 1st platoon will have their WOD quiz 9/24 (9/21 - Friday's quiz) since they did not have time this past Friday.
Thursday there will be a CFM unit 1 & 2 test (uniform regulations and NJROTC/NAVY rates & ranks)!
Memorize the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
Military picture day has been changed. It is now scheduled for October 17th. Cost sheets went home this past week but I will send them out again when it gets closer to the 17th.
PT gear has been arriving but not all has arrived. Once it all gets here I will give it out to the cadets that have paid their activity fee ($20.00). Remember, senior cadets do not have to pay an activity fee. They will get their PT gear when it arrives. Cadets are expected to dress out in this gear for all Physical Training.
Nease All Service Drill Meet this Saturday (9/29th). All cadets that will be attending will have permission slips and indemnity sheets sent home Tuesday. This meet cost nothing but cadets will need food money. Cadets going will NOT wear uniforms this week for uniform inspection day (Wednesday). Their grade will be obtained from the inspection at the meet. Again, this is only the cadets going to the Drill Meet...I will let each individual know if they will be attending. Those attend will bring their uniforms to school and I will have them dry cleaned for the drill meet.
Chain of Command will be on the street this week!
Monday: WOD, PT
Bring water bottles! and Hydrate!
Make up WOD quiz for 1st platoon and those that missed it.
Tuesday: WOD, Academics
Unit 3 Chapters 3-1 thru 3-7 (CFM)
Military Customs, Courtesies, etiquette & Ceremonies
Chapter 1 DM-1
Intro to Drill (CFM)
Pre-READ prior to class and bring your books!
Wednesday: WOD, Uniform Inspection, and Drill
Early release day! Those going to the Drill meet will not stand inspection! Young men get your HAIR cut! Young women make sure your hair, nails, and jewelry conform to standards. All polish your shoes!
Thursday: WOD, Drill, Academics
Units 1 & 2 chapter test
Look over Units 1 & 2 of the CFM.
Friday: WOD (to include quiz), PT, last minute preparations for Drill Meet!
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is.
Memorize the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
Military picture day is Sept 26th. NOTE: Due to Field Meet 9/29 I am in the process of changing our picture day. If it is possible to change I will let you know the new date. Cost sheets will go home the week this week anyway.
PT gear has been shipped and should be here by the 21st! Once you have paid your activity fee of $20.00 you will receive your PT clothing and are expected to dress out in this gear for all Physical Training.
Make sure to bring water bottle on Monday & Friday for PT. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!!!
Schedule of Events is on the street. I want cadets and parents alike to understand that all events and activities listed are voluntary. We hope to have as much participation from cadets as possible but again these events and activities will not hurt their grade if they chose not partake.
We took 18 cadets to Ocala National Forest for an Orienteering meet. They all had a great time and several earned individual medals...all earned a Orienteering ribbon...Congratulations to all!!!
Friday (21st) we have a football game. Sixteen individual plus a Color Guard will be needed. Remember, If you volunteer for this you are here to work and have a goodtime. Sign-up list will be posted Thursday. Showtime is 1715 in the NJROTC room.
Saturday (22nd) we have the Captain's Cup meet at Fleming Island. I will be taking around 40 cadets if they have their paperwork turned in to include a PHYSICAL and STANDARD RELEASE FORM!!! Permission slips will be going out Tuesday. First 40 that have them back in plus the above paperwork should get to go.
Monday: WOD, PT
Bring water bottles! and Hydrate!
Tuesday: WOD, Academics
Finish reading Cadet Field Manual (CFM) (orange book)
Unit 1 Chapters 1-7 and 1-8,
Unit 2 Chapters 2-1 and 2-2
Pre-READ prior to class and bring your books!
Wednesday: WOD, Uniform Inspection, and Drill
The first inspection went very well! I showed each cadet what they needed work on. Heed my help, I expect improvement each week. Young men get your HAIR cut!
Thursday: WOD, Academics
Unit 1 Chapters 1-7 and 1-8,
Unit 2 Chapters 2-1 and 2-2
finish units 1 & 2
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is.
Start memorizing the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
Military picture day is Sept 26th. Cost sheets will go home the week prior to picture day. I have changed companies and their prices are very reasonable.
NOTE: Quiz Wednesday on the first 5 ORDERS OF THE SENTRY
PT gear has been shipped and should be here anytime! Once you have paid your activity fee of $20.00 you will receive your PT clothing and are expected to dress out in this gear for all Physical training.
Make sure to bring water bottle on Monday & Friday for PT. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!!!
Schedule of Events is on the street. I want cadets and parents alike to understand that all events and activities listed are voluntary. We hope to have as much participation from cadets as possible but again these events and activities will not hurt their grade if they chose not partake.
I handed out the paperwork for the ORIENTEERING meet this weekend 9/15. Since we are sharing a bus with Ed White we can only allow 20 cadets to participate. The first 20 cadets that get in the $7.00 fee and required paperwork will get to go. They must also have a current physical and standard release form on file.
Monday: WOD, PT, and continue issuing of uniforms
Tuesday: WOD, Drill
Wednesday: Early Release Day... WOD, Order of the Sentry QUIZ (first 5 orders), 1st uniform inspection. NOTE: We don't expect cadets to be perfect out of the chute! We do expect them to conform and wear the uniform to school. NC1 and I will fine tune your uniform and correct errors. We do expect cadets to make progress and look smarter and sharper each week they wear the uniform!
Drill if time permits
Thursday: Uniform Regulations continued.
Finish reading Cadet Field Manual (CFM) (orange book)
Unit 1 Chapters 1-7 and 1-8,
Unit 2 Chapters 2-1 and 2-2
Pre-READ prior to class and bring your books!
Friday: Physical Training (PT). If PT gear has arrived and you have paid the activity fee, it will be issued, and you should wear the PT gear. If the gear has not arrived make sure to wear appropriate clothing.
Make sure to bring water bottle on Monday & Friday for PT. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!!!
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is.
Start memorizing the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book.
PT gear has been ordered! Once you have paid your activity fee of $20.00 you will receive your PT clothing and are expected to dress out in this gear for all Physical training. Make sure to bring water bottle on Monday & Friday for PT. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!!!
EXPECT 1ST UNIFORM INSPECTION WEDNESDAY THE 12TH. Once you receive complete uniform get it dry cleaned with heavy starch and military creases.
Schedule of events that we hope to participate in will go home this week.
Student Handbooks went home this past week. We went over it in class and cadets were instructed to bring back all required paperwork.
Bring in all paperwork that I went over and needs signing...get a PHYSICAL!!!
OPEN HOUSE Sept 10th times to follow
Monday: Labor Day...Enjoy!
Tuesday: WOD, Uniform Issue, Drill
Bring proper shoes for Drill!!!
Wednesday: WOD Uniform Issue, Academics
(Uniform Regulations and proper wearing)
Cadet Field Manual (CFM) (orange book)
Unit 1 Chapters 1-1 thru 1-8
Bring proper shoes for Drill!!!
Thursday: WOD, Shoe Shining & Belt Buckle Breakdown.
Bring SHOES and BELT BUCKLE/BELT!!!
How to break down shoes. Remove laces and wash outside of shoes with warm soapy (dishwashing detergent works well) water. Do Not use soft Scrub or steelwool or anything abrasive. Try not to get inside of shoes wet. What we are trying to do is remove the oil that is put on the shoes when they are new. If you have broken down the shoes correctly they should have a very dull look (possibly even light to white areas) visible. Belt buckles and Belt tips will be broken down in class.
Friday: WOD Quiz, Physical Training.
Bring proper clothing and water bottle.
Football game! We will have the concession and clean up. I will need 16 cadets to help. If you come plan on working! Wear proper attire. Once we get unit shirts that will be the proper attire for games. Showtime is 1715 (5:15PM) in the classroom. I will be taking sign-ups on Thursday and Friday. Those chosen to work will get in free.
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week of 8/27 - 8/31
Monday: Physical training (PT) - bring water bottle and clothing needed for PT. Once PT gear has arrived and you have paid your activity fee of $20.00 you will receive your PT clothing and are expected to dress out in this gear for all Physical training.
Word of the Day (WOD) given as a mini lesson each day. Quiz held on each Friday or whatever the last day of the school week is.
Start memorizing the ORDERS OF THE SENTRY Appendix 2 page 12-1 of the Cadet Field Manual (CFM) orange book
TUESDAY & THURSDAY: Academics and Drill.
This weeks academics will consist of:
Introduction to NJROTC (green book)
Unit 1 chapters 1 & 2
Cadet Field Manual (CFM) (orange book)
Unit 1 Chapters 1-1 thru 1-8
Pre-READ prior to class and bring your books!
This weeks drill will consist of:
Basic drill - This will be practical on hands training.
Section 2, Chapter 1 of the Cadet Field Manual (orange book) contains Introduction to Drill
Pre-READ prior to class
WEDNESDAY: Uniform Inspection and Drill
We are in the process of issuing uniforms thus, this week no Uniform Inspection. However, In the future Uniform Inspections will take place on Wednesdays. You are expected to be in uniform if you are in school.
Drill will consist of practicing basic drill
FRIDAY: Physical Training (PT) and Word of the Day (WOD) quiz.
Bring water bottle and clothing needed for PT.
Note to parents: I have not sent out any information on our NJROTC rogram home due to the fact that the Duval County printing office messed up our Student Handbook and we had to send it back for reprint. Once we get them back they should come home with your child. There are various papers that MUST be filled out and returned ASAP. Please take the time to complete? A physical is required to participate in NJROTC! If your child has a current physical please send in a copy, if not please schedule one and have them let me know when it is to be completed. If the Student Handbook is not out then I will provide them with the required forms that need to be signed by the doctor.
We are looking forward to a GREAT year in NJROTC!!!
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