Rocklin Unified School District

The Air Force uniform is worn one day a week. All uniforms are provided on loan. The program provides all necessary alterations. Students are required to clean them, as necessary.

 

Boys’ hair must be kept within Air Force standards. This means it cannot touch the ears. Girls’ hair does not need to be cut, but it cannot extend below the bottom of the collar. Girls have the option of putting their hair in a bun, braids, or ponytail.

 

There is NO military obligation for AFJROTC students. The Rocklin Unified School District (RUSD) does not provide student names to military recruiters.

 

Homework is extremely rare in AFJROTC. Assignments are completed in class so students can work as a team and receive assistance from the instructors. Plus, homework is limited so students can focus on completing assignments in their core classes.

 

Physical training (PT) typically takes place on Fridays. Students participate in running/walking, push-ups, sit-ups, team-building sports/activities (kick ball, basketball, etc.), and other exercises. The workouts are self-paced, but students are encouraged to push themselves physically to achieve greater levels of fitness.

 

AFJROTC is a leadership development program that will prepare a student for almost any career option. The program covers lessons, including college preparation, the college admission process, and financing option discussions through direct instruction and/or guest speakers. 

 

Yes. There are many students who take AFJROTC while participating in athletics, band, student government, etc. AFJROTC students are encouraged to participate in school activities.

 

All activities that take place outside normal school hours are voluntary. The program’s Military Ball is a formal dinner and awards presentation that is open only to JROTC students and their families. The Ball is held in January.

 

Students can also volunteer to participate on the program’s drill team, color guards, air rifle, model rocketry, Kitty Hawk Honor Society, or Joint Leadership and Academic Bowl. Color guard performances are almost always after school hours, such as for football and basketball games. Clubs typically meet after school in the JROTC classroom. Cadet leaders frequently hold planning meetings after school or during lunch.

Yes. There are generally one- to two-day field trips each school year. Additionally, the program also travels to color guard, drill competitions, PT competitions, and to local RUSD elementary and middle schools several times each year.

 

The program uses positive reinforcement for positive behaviors. These include formal and informal incentives beyond what is provided through the school. Students can earn ribbons that are worn on the uniform for good attendance, academic excellence, proper uniform wear, participation in activities, good conduct, and many others. Students will also receive promotions in rank and increased responsibility as rewards for positive behaviors. Students in good standing academically and behaviorally will be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities. There are negative consequences for negative behaviors which may include communication with parents and discipline referrals to school administrators.

 

No. Air Force policy forbids instructors and cadet leaders from using physical discipline. The RUSD AFJROTC is not a disciplinary or rehabilitation program. Hazing is also strictly forbidden. AFJROTC is not “Boot Camp” or basic training.

 

Students who meet the academic, physical, and character requirements have a far better chance for admission to the service academies and Air Force college ROTC scholarships when compared to their peers who are not in AFJROTC. Students who enlist generally are promoted following basic training and earn about $500 more per month.

 

No, there is no activity fee.

 

Students are expected to strive to excel as scholars, leaders, and citizens while working together to help make their fellow students and the AFJROTC program successful. Positive reinforcement incentives are provided for goal accomplishment.