• AFJROTC I

    Leadership Education 100 is the component of JROTC leadership education. It is intended for students who are entering the AFJROTC program and beginning their high school studies. It introduces cadets to history, organization, mission, traditions, goals, and objectives of JROTC for all services. It also introduces key military customs and courtesies, describes how to project a positive attitude, and examines the principles of ethical and moral behavior. It provides strategies for effective notetaking and study skills for academic success. Lessons cover how to be emotionally, mentally, and physically healthy. Avoiding and preventing violence today’s society will also be covered. Recognizing types of bullying and how to advocate for prevention of this type of behavior. It covers healthy living, physical fitness, and how to make safe, drug-free, and responsible decisions. This textbook also examines the negative effects of air and water pollution, and how to help keep the environment safe. Cadets will be introduced to civics and our national government, including a historical understanding of the American flag and other important national symbols. The final chapter covers how the US Constitution protects our rights and freedoms as American citizens.

    This is the recommended first AS course for all new cadets. It is an aviation history course focusing on the development of flight throughout the centuries. It starts with ancient civilizations and flight, then progresses through time to future developments in aerospace, with an introduction into cyber technologies. The intent of this textbook is to bring alive the significant discoveries in flight a reality. This book tells the story of why we are so proud of our Air Force heritage ─ laying the foundation for future Air Force JROTC aerospace science courses. Throughout the course 21st-century learning is adopted with readings, video clips, hands-on learner centered activities, and chapter project-based learning opportunities. (One-credit, one-year practical art credit for grades 9-12)