Who We Are

The U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) is one of the best character development and citizen programs for youths in the world. The program established at Van Nuys Senior High ensures that we live to that expectation. We are committed to creating a secure and safe environment where students will become academically capable and self-sufficient individuals, effective communicators, critical and analytical thinkers, self-directed lifelong learners, and responsible and ethical citizens.

We prepare high-school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities, and privileges as American citizens. The program is a stimulus for promoting graduation from high school, and it provides instruction and rewarding opportunities that will benefit the student, community, and nation.

Why join Army JROTC

To appreciate ethical values that underlie good citizenship.
To develop leadership potential while working cooperatively with others.
To be able to communicate effectively and effectively with others.
To maintain physical fitness and good health.
To develop mental management abilities.
To become familiar with military history and American culture, and understand
the purpose and structure of military services.
To develop the skills necessary to work effectively as a member of a team.

The JROTC Curriculum

JROTC curriculum provides equitable and challenging academic content and authentic learning experiences for all Cadets. All lessons are designed using a four-part model to motivate the cadet, allow the cadet to learn new information, practice competency, and apply the competency to a real-life situation. Moreover, the four-part model requires Cadets to collaborate, reflect, develop critical thinking skills, and integrate content with other disciplines. JROTC curriculum includes lessons in leadership, health and wellness, physical fitness, first-aid, geography, American history and government, communications, and emotional intelligence.