Military Science (Air Force Junior ROTC)
3816 North Main Street
Jacksonville, FL 32206
904.630.6950
www.duvalschools.org/ajhs
This magnet program offers Air Force Junior ROTC enrollment designed to build better and more productive citizens, strengthen character, teach responsibility and acquaint cadets with the aerospace age. Students are prepared for college entrance and are provided information on careers and life after high school. In addition, those who successfully complete three years of aerospace science will be eligible to enter the armed forces at up to two pay grades higher than other enlistees.
Open House: Thursday, January 22 at 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, February 19, 6:00 p.m.
Tours: Tours will begin January 6 and end February 27. Morning tours are Monday through Thursday, 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Afternoon tours are every Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Evening tours are every other Wednesday, January 7, 21 and February 4, 18, from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. For special tour appointments, call Major Trent Johnson.
Special Information: Principal or Magnet Lead Teacher signature given only after a school tour. AFROTC has a strict personal grooming mandate and code of conduct, and students are required to wear a uniform. New student orientation is May 7 at 6:00 p.m.
Contact: Major Trent Johnson, 630.6950, ext. 1402, johnsont1@duvalschools.org
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Military Science
370 Winton Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32208
904.924.3092
www.duvalschools.org/rhs
Accountability, civic responsibility, discipline, leadership, respect for authority-skills and characteristics cadets will gain at North Florida's only Marine Corps Junior ROTC magnet program. Our program fosters a disciplined learning environment where cadets are exposed to leadership education, a college preparatory curriculum and aviation instruction. The primary focus of our Marine Corps Junior ROTC is developing good citizens and preparing them for further education. Cadets will take the path to excellence, with the program employing a military preparatory school approach to learning that will prepare them for the work force, college and life. A world of opportunities will be exposed to cadets, as they will learn about armed forces career opportunities, prepare for entry into higher learning institutions through a rigorous curriculum, as well as develop and enhance their leadership skills by participating in various Marine Corps Junior ROTC activities. Also, cadets with an interest in aviation will gain hands-on experience using our state-of-the art flight simulators. As you can see, our program is preparing cadets for a world of opportunities. Those who successfully complete three credits are eligible to enter the armed forces at up to two pay grades higher than other enlistees. Plus, cadets who complete the program may be eligible for advanced status in college ROTC.
Tours: Parents may visit at any time. Call 924.3092, ext.141, to schedule a tour.
Special Information: Principal or Magnet Lead Teacher signature given after a school tour. Program has strict conduct code as well as a uniform policy. School provides extensive safety net programs as well as Early College and International Baccalaureate programs.
Contact: Colonel John Watson, 924.3092, ext. 141, watsonj3@duvalschools.org.
