Lockport Township High School District 205 2021-2022 Course Catalog

Air Force Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (AFJROTC)
Course Descriptions
The AFJROTC is a 3- or 4-year program in Aerospace Science (AS), Leadership Education (LE) and Wellness. Aerospace Science acquaints students with the elements
of aerospace and the aerospace environment. It introduces them to cultural and global awareness, basic principles of aircraft flight, navigation, history of aviation and
the development of air power. The Leadership Education curriculum focuses on developing leadership skills and acquainting students with the practical application of
life skills emphasizing discipline, responsibility, leadership, followership, citizenship, customs and courtesies, cadet corps activities, community service, study habits,
time management, financial education, communication skills, and drill and ceremonies. Wellness is an official and integral part of the AFJROTC program. The objective
of the Wellness Program is to motivate cadets to lead healthy, active lifestyles beyond program requirements into their adult lives.
The core to the quality of the AFJROTC program is centered on the core values of the Air Force: Integrity First, Excellence In All We Do, and Service Before Self. These
values support the Six Pillars of Character taught at Lockport Township High School. Cadets exercise these values through enforced standards of personal appearance
and proper uniform wear, proper hygiene and grooming standards, academic excellence, and a higher code of conduct, honor and integrity.
The proper sequence of coursework for the AFJROTC program would be for a student to take Aerospace Science 1 as a freshman, Aerospace Science 2 as a
sophomore, Aerospace 3 as a junior and Aerospace 4 as a senior. Students who decide to participate in the AFJROTC program after their freshman year will be placed
into the Aerospace course level at the student's grade level in high school in consultation with the Aerospace instructor. Aerospace courses are yearlong courses.
Students will not be allowed to jump into the middle of a course that is already in session without approval from the LTHS administration.
AEROSPACE SCIENCE 1 (JROTC) – SC2558 (grade 9)
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
1.0 Credit
Grade Placement: 9
Prerequisites:
None
State Code:
09151A000
Course Description: AS100: A Journey Into Aviation History focuses on the development of flight through the centuries from ancient civilizations to modern day and with an emphasis on
civilian and military contributions to aviation. LE100: Citizenship, Character & Air Force Tradition is a study of customs and courtesies, respect for authority, discipline, citizenship, individual
self-control, character and Air Force tradition. The student develops an appreciation for discipline in military activities through instruction on the proper wear of the uniform, personal hygiene
and grooming. Wellness and physical fitness are introduced and measured using the Presidential Fitness Program standard.
AEROSPACE SCIENCE 2 (JROTC) – SC1564
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
1.0 Credit
Grade Placement: 10
Prerequisites:
None
State Code:
08152A000
Course Description: AS210: The Science of Flight acquaints students with the aerospace environment, the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and principles of
navigation beginning with a discussion of the atmosphere and weather, developing an understanding of the environment and how that environment affects flight. LE200: Communication,
Awareness and Leadership stresses communications skills and cadet corps activities through the study of effective communication, groups and teams, leadership preparation, conflict
resolution, problem solving, and personal development. Written reports and speeches complement the academic materials. Cadet corps activities include holding positions of greater
responsibility in planning and executing corps projects. Wellness and physical fitness continue to be a major element of personal development through the Presidential Fitness Program.
AS220: Cultural Studies: An Introduction to Global Awareness continues studies into cultures around the world, including those in Asia, Europe, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and
Russia and former Soviet Republics.
AEROSPACE SCIENCE 3 (JROTC) – SC1567
Length of Course:
One Year
Credit:
1.0 Credit
Grade Placement: 11
Prerequisites:
None
State Code:
09153A000
Course Description: AS210: The Science of Flight at this level delves deeper into the human requirements of flight, principles of aircraft flight, and principles of navigation including the
forces of lift, drag, thrust, and weight and the human physiology as it relates to flight. AS220: Cultural Studies: An Introduction to Global Awareness continues studies into cultures around
the world, including Asia, Europe, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Russia and the Former Soviet Republics. LE200: Communication, Awareness and Leadership and LE300: Life
Skills and Career Opportunities take the student into the next level of group dynamics and teams, preparing them for leadership through solving conflicts and problems and personal
development. National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) gives specific direction in mapping students’ financial futures, teaching student basic financial planning, budgeting,
investing, credit, financial services and insurance giving students the opportunity to apply knowledge and techniques useful in dealing with fellow students and the experience of holding
positions of greater responsibility in the planning and execution of corps projects. Wellness and physical fitness remain a major discipline of study using the Presidential Fitness Program.
AS300: Exploring Space – The High Frontier focuses on the space environment to include an in-depth study of our solar system and other galaxies and universes. It explores manned and
unmanned flight and wraps up with future missions in space.
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