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25% of an Associate’s Degree 20% of a Bachelor’s Degree 42% of a Master of Science in Education (MSE) (Fort Hays State University) 60% of an MLS Degree in ‘Teaching and Learning’ (Fort Hays State University)

- AGS in‘Education Management’and ‘Teaching & Learning’ - BGS in‘Teaching & Learning, Educational Management, General Business, Historical, Justice or Social Studies' and 5 other concentrations - Master of Liberal Studies (MLS) in‘Teaching and Learning’ - Master of Science in Education (MSE) - JROTC Instructor Prep -Undergrad and Graduate- Certificate - $179 per undergraduate or $242 per graduate credit - AGS in‘Education Management’and ‘Teaching & Learning’ - BGS in‘Teaching & Learning, Educational Management, General Business, Historical, Justice or Social Studies' and 5 other concentrations - Master of Liberal Studies (MLS) in‘Teaching and Learning’ - Master of Science in Education (MSE) - JROTC Instructor Prep -Undergrad and Graduate- Certificate - $179 per undergraduate or $242 per graduate credit -Continuing Education Credits(CEUs) for License Renewal - ED 289 or ED 589 One or two credits for JSOCC/or ReCert - $140 per credit for graduate or undergraduate credits (not approved for VA Funding) -Continuing Education Credits(CEUs) for License Renewal - ED 289 or ED 589 One or two credits for JSOCC/or ReCert - $140 per credit for graduate or undergraduate credits (not approved for VA Funding)

- AAS Liberal Studies - BS Liberal Studies - MA Liberal Studies - $355 per undergraduate credit - $490 per graduate credit - AAS Liberal Studies - BS Liberal Studies - MA Liberal Studies - $355 per undergraduate credit - $490 per graduate credit - BA/BS in Educational, Historical, Health Education and other studies - $207 per undergraduate credit - Graduate Certificate in Veterans’ Services - $390 per graduate credit - NO FEES for Veterans - BA/BS in Educational, Historical, Health Education and other studies - $207 per undergraduate credit - Graduate Certificate in Veterans’ Services - $390 per graduate credit - NO FEES for Veterans

Troops to Teachers Program has drastically changed effective 2 January Must have applied/enrolled before first day of class or signing contract to teach. Register yourself NOW at Submit all required documents. Then call the TTT National Office and ask for Brenda Stout and ONLY Brenda Stout! EVERYONE should still apply! Call the National - not State - Troops to Teachers Office 1 – 800 –

Troops to Teachers

Montgomery and Post 911 GI Bill MGIB Chapter 30 Expires 10 Years after retirement 36 months of benefits (approx. $50K+) MGIB Chap 30 may be best for JROTC Instructor – COMPARE Your Options Post 911 Chapter 33 Expires 15 Years after retirement BAH for DL Learners enrolled >51% Read fine print!! Call – VA Rep to determine benefits: 1– 888 –

If former Active Duty and retired after 11 December 2001 you HAVE benefits!!!! VA School Certifying Handbook pg 22 5/2011

Vocational Rehabilitation Chapter 31 Normally expires 12 Years after retirement or after first rating 36 months of benefits Pays books and stipend Strong success at Associate and Bachelor level with some Master’s degrees funded Normally 20% or higher disability rating but some 10% have had success obtaining funding APPLY!

Degree completion - Associates, Bachelors, or Masters 33 graduate or undergraduate credits available from JROTC required seminars/on-line educational experiences Total VA educational benefit opportunities Facilitate transcript evaluations Personal comprehensive education plan Choice of military friendly, regionally accredited colleges and universities All at NO fee to the JROTC Program or Instructor

LEAD 130 Health, Wellness, and PT – 2 crs. FRESHMAN YEAR LEAD 138 Community Service-Learning – 2 crs. LEAD 122 NEFE HSFPP (PFM) or Lead 124 Character Education – 2 crs. SOPHOMORE YEAR LEAD 136 Basic Leadership Experience – 3 crs. HGP 179 Citizenship – 3 crs. JUNIOR YEAR LEAD 128 American Defense Policies – 3 crs. LEAD 134 Military History Staff Ride – 3 crs. SENIOR YEAR HIST 179 American History and its Veterans, 1890 through Today – 3 crs. Team with History Dept at Your High School

CADET After completing a semester or year in JROTC, registers and pays Adam State University (ASU) Registration quick and easy with ASU ASU always open Successful former cadets always eligible for enrollment INSTRUCTOR s student grade report to ASU professor of record On RTG Form All students on one grade report Instructor signed and dated PROFESSOR Reviews grade report and submits grades for college credit Adam State University Free transcript provided automatically Additional transcripts available upon request

Banks/Credit Unions Support NEFE Courses Civic Leaders Sponsor Citizenship Courses Business Leaders Support Military Staff Rides Churches Sponsor Character Ed Courses Grants – Contact LTC Stan Brown Dade County Schools, FL for samples – ‘How To’ info Possible Title 1 Funds at your school - Call SSG Tony McBride in Blythe CA for process Alumni Networks Grants – Contact LTC Justin Blum – Marlboro County Schools, SC for samples – ‘How To’ info School Award Ceremonies

Elevates academic recognition Provides more competitive college admission status – opens possible partnership programs with local area community colleges Enhances student resume Lowers tuition costs Accelerates College Education and stimulates commitment Provides program recruitment tool

1. Be aware of TTT changes but should apply for Troops to Teachers (TTT) funding and VA Funds 2. JROTC ‘Instructor Prep’ Certificate at Undergrad and Graduate levels 3. Master of Science in Education (MSE) Degree 4. New courses with College Credits for Cadets (CCC) program

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Boys and Girls State Educational Opportunities

American History Educational Opportunities For ALL Students And Cadets