The Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training (JROTC) Training Corps program mission is to instill in high school students (Cadets) the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. One of the main skills students walk away with is LEADERSHIP! The leadership skills they acquire as a result of the academy help to build cadets' overall confidence in themselves. With that, they are certain to be successful in the future. There is no obligation to join any branch of the military moving forward. The program enhances the lives of cadets and make them prepared, organized, and responsibility--necessary tools for all walks of life. 

Requirements
While there is no GPA requirement to initially qualify for the MCJROTC at Lakes, prospective cadets should be enrolled in high school (working towards a high school diploma), have a sense of citizenship and respect for others, and be physically fit to participate. Once in the academy, Cadets are required to keep at least a 2.0 GPA.  

Curriculum
Grade 9--MC Lead 1
Grade 10--MC Lead 2
Grade 11--MC Lead 3
Grade 12--MC Lead 4

Gems
Academic Team
Drill Team
Color Guard
Rifle Team
Raider (PT) Squad
Partnership with Special Olympics
Develops Character, Leadership, and Civic Responsibility
Community Service Oriented (5K Initiatives, Campus Beautification Projects
Possible Qualification at Program Completion (MC Foundation Scholarships)