Gloucester High School
Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
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Our Goals
To create and empower future civic leaders
To prepare students to stand ready to enter life after High School prepared; through the forging of Self-Discipline, building of resiliency, and earning of Grit.
To educate students on varying topics while providing experiences to students that cannot be found in a traditional core curriculum class.
To make Memories
GHS NNDC
GHS NNDC
"Altus Tendo."
"Reach Higher"
What is NJROTC/NNDCC?
What is NJROTC/NNDCC?
The NJROTC/NNDCC program emphasizes the importance of education by encouraging high school graduation and providing free ACT/SAT preparation, with 60% of graduating cadets pursuing higher education. Cadets in the program demonstrate improved behavior, higher attendance, and enhanced life skills, all while fostering teamwork, self-discipline, and a healthy lifestyle. Additionally, the program strengthens cadets' understanding of national security and civic responsibility, which in turn improves the military's image within the community. Those who complete three years in the program may qualify for advanced enlistment rank, and senior instructors have the opportunity to nominate cadets for appointments to the U.S. Naval Academy.
Course Overview:
Course Overview:
The NJROTC curriculum emphasizes citizenship and leadership development, as well as our maritime heritage, military law. This curriculum covers naval topics such as the fundamentals of naval operations, seamanship, navigation, and meteorology. It provides an opportunity for students to experience the importance of civic duty and engagement within their communities and beyond. It also provides a look into life in service to their country that cannot be accessed by the normal student population.
NNDC Definition:
NNDC Definition:
The Navy National Defense Cadet Corps (NNDCC) program offers schools that don't qualify for a Navy Junior ROTC unit a similar opportunity to instill values of citizenship, service, and responsibility in students. Established in 2008, the program mirrors NJROTC but is primarily funded by the host schools.
Curriculum Subjects
Curriculum Subjects
Citizenship: Emphasizes responsible citizenship.
Naval Orientation: Introduction to Navy customs and traditions.
Naval Operations/Organization: Overview of naval strategy and operations.
Naval History: U.S. Navy history from the colonial era to the present.
Navigation: Basics of piloting and navigation.
Seamanship: Fundamentals of seamanship and ship handling.
Leadership and Ethics: Ongoing leadership development and ethical training.
Nautical Astronomy: Astronomy for navigation.
Electronics: Basics of electronics for communication and weapons systems.
Oceanography: Study of ocean systems.
College and Career Readiness: Preparation for post-high school education and careers.
Personal Finance: Financial planning basics.
Cyber Security: Introduction to digital security and careers.
Space Exploration: History and future of space programs.
Drills and Ceremonies: Military drills and parade ceremonies.
Physical Fitness: Promoting healthy lifestyles.
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