Outstanding Instructors of the Year (OIY) for Academic Year 2023-24

It's my pleasure to announce the AFJROTC R1S4 Outstanding Instructors of the Year (OIY) for Academic Year 2023-24! These instructors were selected from the 30 R1S4 Units by Regional Director recommendations during visits as well as nominations from the SASI or Principal. These instructors have had a positive impact on their cadets, school, and community throughout AY 2023-2024. Selection for OIY, at any level, is a tremendous accomplishment that recognizes the significant contributions and achievements of selfless and highly dedicated instructors. Thank you to all instructors for your tireless commitment to the AFJROTC program and our mission of "developing citizens of character."

Officer(s):

Col (Ret) Scott Barberides, CA-20052, Great Oak HS

Enlisted:

CMSgt (Ret) William Jones, CA-20052, Great Oak HS

MSgt (Ret) George Macias, CA-20052, Great Oak HS

Regards,

Scott Roxburgh, GS-12, DAF

Regional Director

CA-20052

Unit CA-20052 Great Oak High School AFJROTC began operations in 2005. In its 19-year history, Unit CA-20052 has earned Distinguished Unit honors in eight of its nineteen-year history, four of those years being Distinguished Unit with Merit, the latest being 2023/2024. Recognized as one of the "best AFJROTC Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) programs in the nation,” GOHS AFJROTC has an inventory of over $40,000 of UAS’s, with part 107 FAA certified instructors to aid in students receiving part 107 FAA instruction and certification.

The mission of AFJROTC is, “To develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community." Leadership Development Requirements (LDR), aides in developing citizens of character through Kittyhawk Honor Society (KHHS), Awareness Presentation Team (APT), Flying Tigers Flight Simulator, Strategic Planning Committee, UAS Team, Public Affairs (PA) and Drill. Model Rocketry, Model Airplane, Robotics and UAS assembly are instrumental in reinforcing classroom instruction in Leadership Education, Aerospace Science, Health and Wellness, with an emphasis on teamwork.

“Dedicated to Serving Their Nation and Community”, GOHS AFJROTC contributes over 3500 hours of community service annually, with events focusing on serving veterans and their families, kids with special needs, elementary schools, the elderly and animals.

AFJROTC GOHS’s has competitive drill and drone teams. Drill won first place honors in JV Color Guard, Unarmed regulation, Armed Tap Out, Four Person Unarmed Exhibition, and Armed Inspection at the 2024 Inland Empire Drill Competition and First Place JV Color Guard at the 2023/2024 San Jacinto Drill competition. The Great Oak Drone team placed 2nd in the 2024 Remote JROTC Discover Drone Championship event.

AFJROTC Pathway


`	FRESHMEN	SOPHOMORES	JUNIORS	SENIORS
	Aerospace Science 1	Aerospace Science 2	Aerospace Science 3	Aerospace Science 4

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Our Mission

“Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.”

Our Purpose

Instill in students the value of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, character, and a sense of accomplishment. To make the greatest positive impact in the lives of our cadets as possible. This is perfectly encapsulated in our motto: “Building Better Citizens for America.”

Our Vision Statement

Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) will provide a quality citizenship, character, and leadership development program, while fostering enduring partnerships and relationships with high schools, educational institutions, and communities that help meet our citizen development mission.

Air Force Mission

To fly, fight, and win…airpower anytime, anywhere.

Core Values

Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do.
Aerospace Science 1

The first year is a science course designed to acquaint the student with the aerospace environment, a journey into aviation history and citizenship, character and Air Force traditions. Students are required to complete a project, such as a PowerPoint presentation, and then make a presentation on the project. Leadership hours stress communication skills and cadet corps activities. Students wear the Air Force Junior ROTC uniform and are graded on dress and appearance. Students participate in military drill and physical training weekly. Students receive one semester of Physical Education credit and one semester of elective credit. Community service hours are available by volunteering for events requested by district schools and the community throughout the academic year.
Aerospace Science 2

The second year is dedicated to two semesters of physical education credit. Students are introduced to the world’s global awareness and leadership education, focusing on communication, and increased awareness of self and others. Students participate in military drill and physical training weekly. Students wear the Air Force Junior ROTC uniform and are graded on dress and appearance. Community service hours are available by volunteering for events requested by district schools and the community throughout the academic year.
Aerospace Science 3

Aerospace Science 3 is an elective for all 3rd year cadets. In the first semester of the third year, cadets are exposed to a curriculum that covers life skills and career opportunities. Leadership concepts are reviewed and survival skills introduced. To reinforce the learning in Aerospace 2, public speaking will be addressed–improving their skills from the previous year. Military drill and physical training is performed weekly. Students wear the Air Force Junior ROTC uniform and are graded on dress and appearance. Community service hours are available by volunteering for events requested by district schools and the community throughout the academic year.
Aerospace Science 4

Aerospace Science 4 is an elective for seniors who are officers or cadets who require a third year. In semester one of year four, cadet officers develop their leadership skills and military etiquette. They will learn the positive reinforcement techniques to help improve cadets when intervention is required, managing stress, working in teams, and interpersonal skills. Additionally, cadet officers will learn about other types of governments, the United States Code of Conduct and the Uniform Court of Military Justice. Furthermore, students participate in military drill and physical training weekly. Students wear the Air Force Junior ROTC uniform and are graded on dress and appearance. Community service hours are available by volunteering for events requested by district schools and the community throughout the academic year.