Naval Science 1 (NS 1)
Prerequisite: None
Credit: 1
This is an elective course covering a variety of subjects such as uniform wear, military drill, military customs, leadership, career planning, government, physical training, and includes competitive platoon activities. Students may participate in the drill team, rifle team, and a wide variety of community events as well as annual orientation trip to military bases throughout the Country. Course completion does NOT obligate the student for military service but may make him/her eligible for increased pay should they enlist upon graduation. Books and uniforms are furnished at no cost to the students. Exceptional scholarships can be earned through enrollment in this program.
Naval Science 2 (NS 2)
Prerequisite: NS 1 or instructor approval
Credit: 1
Elective course that offers, on an alternation basis with NS3, studies such as maritime history, nautical science, leadership, physical training, and competitive team activities. Students may participate in the drill team, rifle team, academics team, as well as community support activities. Motivated and mature students are given the opportunity to attend a mini-boot camp, leadership academy, and to participate in annual orientation trips. Academically advanced students may be able to earn significant collage scholarships through this program. Completing two NS credits satisfies the school PE requirements.
Naval Science 3 (NS 3)
Prerequisite: NS 1 or instructor approval
Credit: 1
Elective course that offers, on an alternating basis with NS2, studies such as naval skills, naval knowledge, leadership, physical training, and competitive team activities. Students may participate in the drill team, rifle team, academic team, as well as community support activities. Motivated and mature students are given the opportunity to attend mini-boot camp, leadership academy, and to participate in annual orientation trips. Academically advanced students may be able to earn significant college scholarships through this program.
Naval Science 4 (NS 4)
Prerequisites: NS 1 or instructor approval
Credit: 1
Students will study advanced leadership topics and apply techniques in unit leadership roles.
NJROTC Drill 1
Prerequisite: Co-enrollment in NS 1/2/3/4
Credit: 1
Students prepare for drill competition by mastering precision military drill. Students travel and represent school at drill meets; at least two meeting will involve overnight travel.
NJROTC Drill 2
Prerequisite: Co-enrollment in NS 1/2/3/4
Credit: 1
Students must successfully complete NJROTC Drill 1 and be recommended by instructor. Students prepare for drill competition by mastering precision military drill. Students travel and represent school at drill meets; at least two meets will involve overnight travel.
