Summer Bridge July 31–August 4, 2017
Overview ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing ** Day 1 (Monday, 7/31) Day 2 (Tuesday, 8/1) Day 3 (Wednesday, 8/2) Introductions/Ice Breaker Classroom Rules/Procedures Review of Classroom Procedures Week at a Glance Cadet Expectations & Experiences Leadership Opportunities Tour of AFJROTC Spaces Introduction of Instructors Unit Structure Intro to Co-Curricular Activities & Trips Drilling Academics Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing Day 4 (Thursday, 8/3) Day 5 (Friday, 8/4) Uniform/Grooming Standards Team Building Activities Inspection Procedures Introduction to Rifles Drilling Q&A and Wrap Up Knock Out Drill Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing **
Ice Breaker “When I grow up I want to be…” “My goal for AFJROTC this year is…” “This summer, I did…” “In my spare time, I like to…” “My favorite _______ is…”
Week-at-a-Glance Monday Academics Tuesday Academics Wednesday Academics Thursday Inspection & Drill Friday Physical Training *This is reflective of a “typical” week in AFJROTC; however, the schedule can be modified to accommodate other events
Co-Curricular Activities Honor Guard Small teams that develop an expertise in military drill. Teams include Color Guard, Standard Armed, Standard Unarmed, Exhibition Armed, Exhibition Unarmed and Sabers. Awareness Presentation Team Presentations to elementary and middle school students about transitioning to high school, Poly climate/curriculum, and the AFJROTC program. Community Service Volunteer service projects that benefit the school and surrounding community such as serving meals to the hungry, building care packages for military veterans, and playing BINGO with the elderly, Orienteering *NEW* A navigation race, often held in unfamiliar terrain, using a map and compass. Cadet Socials Social events that promote camaraderie and unit cohesiveness.
Trips 2016-2017
Trips 2017-2018 ?????? Our Daily Bread Morgan State Parade Joint Base Andrews Airshow Cadet Offsite Training Our Daily Bread Morgan State Parade Kayak/Canoeing VFW Support Rappelling (x2) CEO Cup Events BINGO w/Elderly Middle School Visits ??????
CEO Cup A series of competitive and non-competitive events to promote esprit de corps, teamwork, and self-confidence among JROTC cadets across Baltimore City Public Schools. September 5K Fun Run October Military Career Fair November Joint Leadership Academic Bowl Raider’s Challenge December Drill Competition March Military Ball April Toughest Team TBD Service Project Poly is the 2017 Best Annual JROTC Unit in Baltimore City!!
Drilling Purpose of Drill: Orderly way of moving a group of people from one point to another 30 Step Drill Sequence 1. Fall in 16. To the rear march 2. Open ranks march 17. To the rear march 3. Ready front 18. Column right march 4. Close ranks march 19. Forward march 5. Present arms 20. Eyes right 6. Order arms 21. Ready Front 7. Parade rest 22. Column right march 8. Attention 23. Forward march 9. Left face 24. Change step march 10. About face 25. Column right march 11. Forward march 26. Forward march 12. Right flank march 27. Flight halt 13. Left flank march 28. Left face 14. Column right march 29. Right step march 15. Forward march 30. Flight halt
Drilling Left Face Right Face About Face Present Arms Parade Rest
Overview ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing ** Day 1 (Monday, 7/31) Day 2 (Tuesday, 8/1) Day 3 (Wednesday, 8/2) Introductions/Ice Breaker Classroom Rules/Procedures Review of Classroom Procedures Week at a Glance Cadet Expectations & Experiences Leadership Opportunities Tour of AFJROTC Spaces Introduction of Instructors Unit Structure Intro to Co-Curricular Activities & Trips Drilling Academics Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing Day 4 (Thursday, 8/3) Day 5 (Friday, 8/4) Uniform/Grooming Standards Team Building Activities Inspection Procedures Introduction to Rifles Drilling Q&A and Wrap Up Knock Out Drill Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing **
Classroom Rules/Procedures All AFJROTC cadets shall: Arrive to class and be ready for roll call before the late bell rings Follow school policies regarding school ID, dress code and outerwear Refrain from eating or drinking in the classroom; clear bottles with water are allowed Refrain from abusive language and disrespectful behavior Refrain from using cell phones and electronic devices in the classroom Demonstrate academic integrity in all coursework, including uniform wear Roll Call: A systematic procedure led by cadets at the beginning of each class Includes roll call/attendance, pledge of allegiance and announcements Key players: First Sergeant, Element Leaders, Staff Commander & Flight Commander
Cadet Expectations The Big “3” Live by the Air Force Core Values Integrity, Service, Excellence! Be a role model for others to follow We are LEADERS! Take care of each other We are FAMILY!
Words of wisdom from current and former cadets Cadet Experiences Words of wisdom from current and former cadets
Instructors Col Gina Humble, USAF (Ret) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor SMSgt Randy Letschin, USAF (Ret) Aerospace Science Instructor
Drilling Left Face Right Face About Face Present Arms Parade Rest
Overview ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing ** Day 1 (Monday, 7/31) Day 2 (Tuesday, 8/1) Day 3 (Wednesday, 8/2) Introductions/Ice Breaker Classroom Rules/Procedures Review of Classroom Procedures Week at a Glance Cadet Expectations & Experiences Leadership Opportunities Tour of AFJROTC Spaces Introduction of Instructors Unit Structure Intro to Co-Curricular Activities & Trips Drilling Academics Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing Day 4 (Thursday, 8/3) Day 5 (Friday, 8/4) Uniform/Grooming Standards Team Building Activities Inspection Procedures Introduction to Rifles Drilling Q&A and Wrap Up Knock Out Drill Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing **
Classroom Procedures Review
Leadership Opportunities Ribbons, Ranks & Badges, Oh My! + Drill Team Badge
Unit Structure Group Commander Deputy Commander Mission Suport Squadron Public Affairs Plans Comptroller Safety Historian IT/ADPE Operations Support Squadron Logistics Personnel PT Honor Guard Facilities/ Supply Operations Squadron A Flight B Flight C Flight D Flight E Flight Inspector General Executive Officer
Academics Take Note! The Air Force JROTC curriculum is comprised of: Four (4) courses of Leadership Education Four (4) courses of Aerospace Science For academics, classes are grouped by grade (9th+10th & 11th+12th) Instructors “swap” between courses/classes every two (2) weeks For AY17-18, incoming 9th & 10th grade cadets will receive: LE200: Communication, Awareness and Leadership AS200: Science of Flight: The Gateway to New Horizons Grading policy: Academics (Classwork) 20% Assessments (HW, Quizzes/Tests) 25% Uniform Wear and Drill 40% Physical Training 15% Take Note!
Drilling Forward March Halt To the Rear Right Flank Left Flank
Overview ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing ** Day 1 (Monday, 7/31) Day 2 (Tuesday, 8/1) Day 3 (Wednesday, 8/2) Introductions/Ice Breaker Classroom Rules/Procedures Review of Classroom Procedures Week at a Glance Cadet Expectations & Experiences Leadership Opportunities Tour of AFJROTC Spaces Introduction of Instructors Unit Structure Intro to Co-Curricular Activities & Trips Drilling Academics Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing Day 4 (Thursday, 8/3) Day 5 (Friday, 8/4) Uniform/Grooming Standards Team Building Activities Inspection Procedures Introduction to Rifles Drilling Q&A and Wrap Up Knock Out Drill Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing **
Uniform/Grooming Standards The Big “3” Grooming 1. Hair 2. Nails 3. Jewelry Uniform 1. Accouterments 2. Tie/Tie Tab 3. Shoes (i.e., Rank, Nametag, Ribbons, Badges)
** Special focus on pace and cover ** Drilling Forward March Halt To the Rear Right Flank Left Flank ** Special focus on pace and cover **
Overview ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing ** Day 1 (Monday, 7/31) Day 2 (Tuesday, 8/1) Day 3 (Wednesday, 8/2) Introductions/Ice Breaker Classroom Rules/Procedures Review of Classroom Procedures Week at a Glance Cadet Expectations & Experiences Leadership Opportunities Tour of AFJROTC Spaces Introduction of Instructors Unit Structure Intro to Co-Curricular Activities & Trips Drilling Academics Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Drilling Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing Day 4 (Thursday, 8/3) Day 5 (Friday, 8/4) Uniform/Grooming Standards Team Building Activities Inspection Procedures Introduction to Rifles Drilling Q&A and Wrap Up Knock Out Drill Lunch & Uniform Sizing Lunch & Uniform Sizing ** Day 1-5 (12:45-1:30) Lunch and Uniform Sizing **
Team Building Activities Spaghetti Tower Mine Field
Q&A and Wrap Up Questions?