The AFJROTC Aerospace and Leadership education curriculum is based on the integration of five themes: Aviation, National Defense, Careers, Space and Leadership. Each year, content is normally divided between Aerospace Science (60%) and Leadership Education (40%). Participation in AFJROTC meets the state requirement for a unit in Physical Education. Participation in AFJROTC does not obligate students in any way to pursue any future involvement in the military; however, these courses may lead to enlistment at advanced rank and pay grade, military scholarships, and appointments to a military academy.

Description: This course serves as an initial introduction to the heritage of flight, the development of air power, and orientation to U.S. Air Force History. Students receive hands-on training in Model Rocketry. Leadership training involves drill and ceremonies, proper wear of the military uniform, customs and courtesies, and citizenship.

Description: This course introduces students to aerodynamics and the theory of flight, navigation, meteorology, aerospace environment, and the human requirements of flight. Leadership education involves the study of communications techniques, human behavior, motivation, leadership principles, and teamwork.

Description: This course covers engines and propulsion systems for aerospace, vehicles, space technology, and manned space flight. Leadership education involves citizenship responsibilities, ethics, and the application of Personnel Management techniques.

Description: Fourth-year cadets supervise the day-to-day operation of the Cadet Corps, applying skills and techniques learned in levels I through III. They are also exposed to numerous educational opportunities and career alternatives.

Description: Management of the Cadet Corps: The cadets continue to demonstrate leadership potential by orchestrating the cadet corps in a number of extracurricular activities designed to broaden their citizenship and patriotic depth. The cadets continue to run the entire corps during the fifth year. This hands-on experience continues to afford the cadets the opportunity to put the theories of previous leadership courses into practice. Not only will they plan, organize, coordinate, and direct the decision-making of the corps, but they will serve as the link between this school and other AFJROTC Programs throughout the state. This enhances the Esprit de Corps of the Air Force Program and demonstrates the interoperability of the South Carolina School System. The course objectives follow the fourth-year plan as well as further enhancing interaction with the outside school environment.

Cadets will continue to apply theories and techniques learned in previous leadership courses, develop leadership and management competency through participation, strengthen organizational skills through active incorporation, enhance the overall cross-state/intercollegiate Esprit de Corps among other AFJROTC units, and apply Air Force standards, discipline, and conduct.

Description: Honors Program - Laboratory Manual, Geography, Survival, and Community Contact: This program includes the laboratory manual which contains experiments that supplement the information in aerospace science: THE SCIENCE OF FLIGHT AND AEROSPACE SCIENCE: THE EXPLORATION OF SPACE. It is designed to help students apply scientific concepts and principles discussed in the texts. The geography portion of the course adds to the basic knowledge of the earth’s surface and the processes that shape it; of places and their connection to other places; and of the relationship between people and environments. The survival section presents "good to know" information that would be useful in any situation. Finally, the community contact portion of the course relates to the recruiting of other students into the AFJROTC Program. This involves applying the needed leadership skills to the supervision of the APT team, the presentation of material to middle schools, the cooperation among the local community schools, and the demonstration of citizenship skills on a local and state level.

The course objectives are: to apply scientific concepts and principles to experiments; to know the aspects of geography; to know the ways people, places, and things are distributed over the surface of the earth; to know the three basic conditions affecting survival; to apply presentation skills, community relations lessons, and oral and written skills to the APT team situation.

Both fifth- and sixth-year programs can be modified to the situation, student population, and changing needs of the school environment.

Greenwood High School
The US Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) offers six courses at Greenwood High School. These courses are open to all qualified male and female full-time students. The JROTC program is designed to help students understand the role of the good citizen, the citizen solider in American democracy and to assist students in exploring their potential as leaders in either military or civilian life. Instruction is presented in a three or four-year schedule to develop leadership, self-reliance, self-discipline, and an understanding of the role and impact of the armed forces in America’s social and economic future.

BENEFITS FOR COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS
Seniors completing JROTC courses (LET I, II, III, IV, V, VI) may be nominated to one of the service academies upon recommendation of the senior Army instructor and the principal of Greenwood High School.

College ROTC credit may be granted by the Professor of Military Science at the college or university that the student attends. Students must have successfully completed LET I, LET II, LET III, and LET IV in order to be given credit for one year of college Military Science.

SCHOLARSHIPS
Special attention is given to Senior ROTC Scholarship applications from qualified JROTC graduates. Army ROTC scholarships pay up to $16,000 per year. The scholarships also include $225.00 per semester for books and $150.00 per month for personal expenses.

MILITARY CAREERS
Advanced rank and pay grade upon entering either Active Duty, Reserve or National Guard Army and the other services as follows:

Successful completion of three or more semesters of JROTC qualifies the individual to enter the service at pay grade E-2.

Successful completion of two semesters of JROTC qualifies the individual to enter the service at pay grade E-3.

ENROLLMENT
Students must be age fourteen, a U.S. citizen, physically fit, of good moral character, have satisfactory academic grades, and have parent or guardian's permission. Students having been convicted by a civil court or received an adjudication as a juvenile offender by a civil court for other than a traffic offense must obtain a waiver from Cadet Command in order to be enrolled.

Description: Cadets will be taught the organization of the GHS JROTC Cadet Corps. Academic subjects are Introduction to JROTC, Marksmanship and Safety, Map Reading, First Aid, Techniques of Communication, Spirit of American Citizenship, Citizenship through American History, Introduction to Leadership, Drill and Ceremonies, and Cadet Challenge (Physical Fitness). Cadets may participate in one or more of the extra-curricular activities: Color Guard, Drill Teams, Pellet Teams, and Raider Team. The Cadets Corps also participates in a variety of community and school service projects. Since the JROTC program meets State requirements for a unit of physical education (PE), all cadets will participate in the JROTC physical fitness training program.

Description: The course description is the same as JROTC I with the exception of academic subjects. The academic subjects for JROTC II are Intermediate Leadership, Intermediate First Aid, Career Opportunities, Intermediate Map Reading, Intermediate Techniques of Oral Communication, Citizenship Through History, Technology Awareness, Role of the Armed Forces, Your American Citizenship, and Drill and Ceremonies.

Description: Course description is the same as JROTC II with two exceptions: academic subjects and leadership responsibilities. The academic subjects for JROTC III are Applied Leadership, Applied Map Reading and Land Navigation, The Role of the Armed Forces, Your American Citizenship, Spirit of American Citizenship, Technology Awareness, Applied Techniques of Oral Communications, Career Opportunities, and Drill Ceremonies.

LET III cadets are given the opportunity to take a more active role in supervising the training of LET I and LET II cadets. LET III cadets may assume senior positions of leadership in the Cadet Corps. They also may be appointed to the Battalion Staff which administers the operation of the Cadet Corps.

Description: The course description is the same as JROTC III with the exceptions of academic subjects and increased leadership responsibilities. The academic subjects for JROTC IV are tailored to fit the needs of the lower classes. LET IV, LET V, and LET VI cadets are utilized as assistant instructors and often must teach or assist in teaching the lower classes. Cadets at the LET IV and above level are senior leaders in the Corps of Cadets and are responsible for conducting the many activities of the Corps. Such activities include but are not limited to: JROTC recruiting program, planning for and the conduct of the military ball, drill and ceremonies training, physical fitness training, and running the battalion in general. Senior cadet commanders conduct the weekly uniform inspection of all cadets.

Description: The leadership responsibilities for JROTC V are greatly expanded. LET V cadets must supervise the training of the lower LET level cadets. LET V cadets assume senior ranking positions in the battalion and are utilized as assistant instructors and often must teach or assist in teaching the lower classes. Cadets at the LET IV and above level are senior leaders in the Corps of Cadet and are responsible for conducting the many activities of the Corps. Such activities include but are not limited to: JROTC recruiting program, planning for and the conduct of the military ball, drill and ceremonies training, physical fitness training, and running the battalion in general. Senior cadet commanders conduct the weekly uniform inspection of all cadets.

Description: The leadership responsibilities for JROTC VI Cadets are the greatest in the battalion. LET VI Cadets must supervise the training of LET levels I through V. Leaders will serve as primary instructors for Drill and Ceremonies and serve as assistant instructors for First Aid, Map Reading, and Marksmanship and Safety. LET VI Cadets assume the most senior positions of leadership in the Cadet Corps.

GREENWOOD COUNTY CAREER CENTER
The goal and primary purpose of the administration and the instructional staff of the Career Center is to train students in skills, trades, services, or occupations which will qualify them for entry level jobs or allow them to continue their education at technical colleges and/or other colleges and universities.

The Greenwood County Career Center offers fourteen programs of study which are available to all students enrolled in Greenwood County High Schools. Students attending the Career Center have the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational and extracurricular activities including: job shadowing, cooperative education program, mentoring, service learning projects, program clubs, student representatives, and team building endeavors.

Through the Career Guidance Counselor and the Placement Coordinator, students attending the Greenwood County Career Center are further assisted in career preparation and job placement in available entry-level positions.

Transportation is provided to and from the Career Center from each feeder high school. Students obtaining appropriate permission may drive personal vehicles to the Center.

The Greenwood County Career Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Students and parents are invited to call or visit the Center for further information.

HIGHLIGHTS
All Programs:
1. are two years in length; students must sign up for both semesters (A and B) each year.
2. consist of a classroom for instruction and a laboratory for practical work.
3. allow students the opportunity to participate in Job Shadowing and Service Learning.
4. provide the opportunity for students to participate in the Cooperative Education Program, except for Cosmetology and Health Occupations.
5. compete in district competition; winners may advance to state and national events.
6. work closely with business and industry through Advisory Committees thereby ensuring that the latest trends and techniques are being taught.
7. have instructors who are constantly visiting business, industry, and institutions of higher learning in order to maintain high standards.
8. are fully accredited with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Office of Occupational Education and the State Department of Education.
9. select an Outstanding Student each year.
10. assist graduates with placement.
11. provide the opportunity for eligible students to belong to the National Vocational Technical Honor Society.
12. provide students the opportunity for academic assistance in basic skills and in program content.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
The Cooperative Education Program is a program designed for accelerated senior students to receive work experience at a local business/industry. This program is closely monitored through written training plans by the school and the sponsoring business/industry. The work experience is planned and supervised by the school and the participating sponsor so that each contributes to the students’ education and employability. Schedules for work and school attendance are determined on an individual basis that best meets the needs of the students and/or business/industry.

Students who work during class time earn the same number of units they would receive by being in class. Students who work after school hours, a minimum of fifteen hours per week, may earn an additional elective at their high school.

Students participating in this program are not guaranteed a job nor pay during this time; however, they will receive valuable work experience at an actual worksite. Full-time employment is often extended by business/industry to those students who are completers of this program.

FEES AND OTHER COSTS
All programs have a fee. The instructor will notify students of the cost at the beginning of school.

Description: Automotive Collision Repair I covers the theory and principles of auto collision repair through classroom and lab experiences. Utilizing auto body power and hand tools, students acquire skills in basic metal repair and surface preparation for refinishing. Hands-on training in metal finishing, applying undercoats, body filling, mig welding, and glass replacement is provided to enrich skills.

Description: Automotive Collision Repair II covers the theory and principles of the auto collision repair operations of refinishing, major metal repair, and refinishing through classroom and lab experiences. Students are trained in utilizing different types of refinishing equipment and materials. Frame, unibody and panel alignment, plastic repair, and making estimates are included for skill development.

Description: Automotive Technology I provides an introduction into the automotive industry; the operation of vehicles, tools equipment, and automotive safety procedures; and the professional automotive certification programs. Through both classroom and laboratory instruction, students receive extensive training in the areas of engine repair, engine performance, electricity and electronics. This program is certified through both Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF).

Description: Automotive Technology II builds on the foundation of Automotive Technology I. The second year will provide extensive training in the areas of automotive brakes, steering and suspension. This course completes the two year ASE/NATEF Training Program.

Description: Building Construction I is designed to introduce students to safety procedures, hand tools, and power tools as well as training in construction with lumber, plywood, wallboard, and other modern materials. The curriculum emphasizes reading of sketches, plans, blueprints, and trade mathematics within the classroom. Applications within the lab provide the opportunity for hands-on experience.

Description: Building Construction II is a continuation of Building Construction I. The second-year students are trained to layout, fabricate, erect, install, and repair wooden structures and fixtures. First-year skills are expanded with an emphasis on applied mathematics and comprehensive practical hands-on experiences.

Description: Cosmetology I is designed to prepare students to qualify for licensing examinations and to provide professional services in the beauty salon. Students will receive training in the care and beautification of hair, skin, and nails. Students will be trained in scalp treatments, hair shaping, hair styling, setting, waving, tinting, shampooing, rinsing, manicuring, massage, facials, make up, and hair removal by means of classroom theory and practical applications on both mannequins and live models.

Description: Cosmetology II is designed to prepare students for the required South Carolina State Board Examination; therefore, the program is designed to enable students to acquire a level of knowledge and skill that will make the graduate employable as a cosmetologist. In the second-year course, students will complete all competencies beginning with a review of safety and practical skills. Competencies added for the second year are facial shapes, wigs, body systems, job-seeking skills, salon management, and salon planning.

Students are required to take the State Cosmetology Exam.

Description: Electricity I is designed to introduce the student to the basic fundamentals of electricity. The curriculum consists of both classroom and lab instruction in electrical codes, safety, wiring principles/applications, and the tools of the trade. The electricity student should have a good foundation in math and science and enjoy working with his/her hands.

Description: Electricity II is a continuation of Electricity I. In the second year, the student can expect to build on the basic electricity foundation and participate in actual on-the-job experiences. The second year of the program will also direct the student toward industrial and commercial applications. The senior student should expect to participate in Job Shadowing and Cooperative Education opportunities.

Description: The Machine Tool Operation I program is designed to give students an introduction into the machine shop field. Students receive hands-on experience under the supervision of an experienced machinist. Included in the course of study is instruction related to machining such as: precision measurement, industrial safety, and mathematics.

Description: Machine Tool Operation II students are further prepared to perform entry level machine shop tasks. Emphasis is placed on increasing speed and accuracy of the basic skills learned the previous year. Students are challenged to higher levels of performance within the program including experiences with manual and computer-operated machinery.

Description: Environmental Services I is designed to prepare students for a career in facility and landscape/lawn maintenance. The curriculum includes instruction and training in both building maintenance and landscape/lawn maintenance through a variety of tasks. This program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience in the following areas: building maintenance; equipment maintenance; floor and wall covering maintenance; and the establishment, management, and maintenance of grassed areas for both ornamental and recreational purposes.

Description: Environmental Services II will continue to reinforce the training and skills learned in their first year of study. The class will participate in specific projects within the community. Students will have the opportunity to participate in Job Shadowing and Service-Learning activities.

Description: Office Systems Technology I is devised to meet the increasing demand to prepare students for careers in secretarial positions. The office worker of the future needs the highly developed skills necessary to enter the modern business office. This program provides a foundation for higher education as well as the development of employability skills. The following business courses will be covered:

Keyboarding/Keyboarding Applications
Business Computer Applications
Financial Management

Description: Office Systems Technology II will provide students an opportunity to expand on the previous year’s learning. Many students will have an opportunity to gain actual work experience at an area business or industry through the Cooperative Education Program. This will give them an opportunity to assume on-the-job responsibilities while still in school. Students will experience many activities that will enhance their employability skills. The following business courses will be covered:

Word Processing
Office Procedures and Technology
Business Communications

Description: The Work-Based Credit Program is an after school program designed for students to receive work experience in a closely related field. The program will be planned and supervised by the school and the sponsoring business/industry. The work experience will enhance the students’ education and employability.

Description: Fashion Merchandising I is designed to explore the concepts and practices of the fashion business to include an overview of the fashion industry, the nature of fashion, and career development. Functions of product technology, selling, advertising, visual merchandising, fashion buying, merchandising, and management will be analyzed.

Description: Health Occupations I is designed to acquaint the student with the many career opportunities in the health care field and to provide knowledge and practice in basic health care, skills, medical/clerical duties, medical terminology, careers in health care, and character education. These areas of study will enable the student to make informed decisions about career objectives. The curriculum combines classroom and laboratory instruction with practical applications of the skills learned on both mannequins and live models. Students participate in mentoring and service-learning opportunities through local agencies.

Description: Health Occupations II prepares students to seek employment at the technician/assistant level and/or to further their education at the postsecondary level. Building on the basic skills and knowledge acquired in the first year, the curriculum combines classroom and laboratory instruction with work-based learning experience at the hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools, and medical offices. Additionally, opportunities are available in mentoring, job shadowing, and service learning. The major classroom theory of this course is the study of gerontology and anatomy and physiology.

Description: Child Care Services I is designed to provide students with opportunities to actively explore the world of children and to acquire knowledge and skills needed to understand and respond to children’s needs through classroom instruction and laboratory experiences. Learning activities are planned so that students can acquire the competencies needed by child care workers in guiding, instructing, and caring for children. Students participate in job shadowing experiences in the four- and five-year-old kindergartens.

Description: Child Care Services II allows students to apply the knowledge and skills attained in the previous year. Students participate in on-site day care simulations, job shadowing, and service-learning activities.

Description: Fashion Design I is designed to train students to operate industrial sewing machines. Students are taught safety practices and the skills used in sewing machine maintenance. Classroom instruction coordinated with hands-on training prepares students to use both the lockstitch and serger machines.

Description: Fashion Design II places emphasis on students reaching high standards of quality in both speed and production. Laboratory activities are designed to provide experiences similar to those in industry. Through classroom instruction and hands-on training, students are prepared to run the following types of machines: buttonhole, blindstitch hemmer, button bonaz, and overlock.

Description: ProPer Arts is designed to teach students certain personal and career skills that are needed not only in the workplace but also in social situations. The content will include various forms of modeling, etiquette, personal appearance, dressing for success, job interviewing skills, business communications techniques, and intercultural communications. The course environment will include reading and research assignments, lectures, classroom assignments, quizzes, tests, and exams. Lab instruction includes actual and simulated social and business situations. Students will be videotaped at both the beginning and end of the course to determine the level of skill development. Resource people will be used as an enhancement to the curriculum. Upon completion of this course, students should be competent and comfortable in any social or business situation.

Description: The Youth Apprenticeship program is the most intensive of all the School-to-Work opportunities. This program, which integrates school-based and work-based learning, is a paid experience available to junior and senior students in specific job skill areas. Applicants must participate in an interview and selection process conducted by company representatives. Students work three hours a day under the direct supervision of a skilled worksite mentor.

Completers will receive a certificate of occupational proficiency. Students who successfully complete the apprenticeship program will be able to: increase their career options and future employability, strengthen their academic skills, earn wages while learning from skilled professionals, and experience firsthand the connection between education and the work force.

Youth Apprenticeship opportunities are offered in the following areas:

* 604035 Automotive Technology (1st Semester)
* 604036 Automotive Technology (2nd Semester)
(Minimum of one year of Automotive Technology I)

* 623235 Machine Tool Technology (1st Semester)
* 623236 Machine Tool Technology (2nd Semester)
(Minimum of one year of Machine Tool Operation I)

* 628935 Electricity (1st Semester)
* 628936 Electricity (2nd Semester)
(Minimum of one year of Electricity I)

* 572135 Culinary Arts (1st Semester)
* 572136 Culinary Arts (2nd Semester)

* 584135 Industrial Manufacturing (1st Semester)
* 584136 Industrial Manufacturing (2nd Semester)

* 602235 Auto Collision Repair (1st Semester)
* 602236 Auto Collision Repair (2nd Semester)
(Minimum of one year of Automotive Collision Repair I)

* 606235 Building Trades (1st Semester)
* 606236 Building Trades (2nd Semester)
(Minimum of one year of Building Construction)

* 512435 Office Systems Technology (1st Semester)
* 512436 Office Systems Technology (2nd Semester)
(Minimum requirement - Office Systems Technology I or Computer Technology I or Business Computer Applications)

For further information call the School-to-Work office at (864) 941-5776 or (864) 941-5750.