Q: How often do you have to wear your uniform? 

A: Every week on Wednesday unless told otherwise.

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Q: What happens if you miss a uniform inspection because of an absence or A.C.?

A: You can wear your uniform the day you get back from an absence or A.C. DO NOT wear your uniform in A.C. Prepare to be inspected the day you return to class and you will receive full credit. If you do not make up a uniform grade, a '0' will be put in as a test grade.  (40% of your overall average)

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​Q: Do you have to join the military if you are in JROTC?

A: No! JROTC is just an elective you can take in school. Taking JROTC is also an alternate to receiving your P.E. credit.

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Q: Will being in JROTC help you in any way if you do join the Army?

A: Yes, if you stay in JROTC for a minimum of 3 years, you will automatically go in the U.S. Army enlisted as an E-2 (Private)

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Q: What is taught in JROTC? Do you get yelled at and have to do pushups? 

A: Another misconception about the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is all we do is pushups and yell. All students in JROTC are treated with kindness and respect. Marching and physical fitness are apart of the curriculum taught in JROTC.

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Q: You're not recruiting, but don’t many JROTC graduates enter the military?

A: Many cadets find they enjoy military discipline and structure; it brings out their best and allows them to excel.  Some even earn spots in the most elite military academies.  Those who enlist can enter military service at a higher rank and pay grade than those who did not join JROTC in high school. HOWEVER, the JROTC program DOES NOT request or expect a military commitment of any kind.

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Q: Can JROTC help students go to college?

A:  Putting JROTC on your resume definitely can help.  JROTC training improves students abilities to study, set goals, focus and be responsibilty. Colleges looking for look for leadership, scholastic and athletic attribrutes in students that can help set them apart from their peers. Many JROTC cadets may also receive ROTC scholarships.

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Q: Are students required to buy uniforms, books, or special equipment?

A:  The JROTC program supplies uniforms, books, and all other equipment used in the course, free of charge.  There is a fee if the uniform is damaged, lost, or stolen. Students however are expected to buy the $5 P.T. uniform. Battalion spiritwear will also be encouraged to purchase. 

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Q: Is JROTC as hard as it sounds?

A:  The course is demanding, both physically and mentally. Most students who make an effort really enjoy the challenge and thrive on the hard work and discipline.

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Q: Who teaches JROTC?

A: Retired Army personnel with years of experience working with young people are the instructors.  They are certified by the U. S. Army, but they are hired by, and work for, the school.  We have state-of-the-art instruction techniques. The drilling and training of cadets is instructed by the Cadet Command. 

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Q:  Are there any age requirements to be in JROTC?

A:  There’s no firm age requirement, but students must be in at least grade 9 to participate in Mansfield ISD JROTC.