S. Y. Jackson Elementary – Military Skills I/II/III/IV

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Military Skills I introduce the cadet to fundamental skills necessary to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g. drill, air rifle, color guard, and physical fitness) and/or public performances throughout the year. The student gains communication and leadership skills. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration.\ \ Course Description: Military Skills II builds on the fundamental skills necessary to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g. drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and/or public performances throughout the year. The cadet enhances his/her communication and leadership skills by filling entry level leadership positions. Areas of emphasis include but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration.\ \ Course Description: In Military Skills III the cadet acquires and applies higher level skills necessary to compete against the cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g. drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and/or public performances throughout the year. The cadet employs leadership skills and techniques by assisting, instructing, and supervising Level I and II cadets. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration.\ \ Course Description: In Military Skills IV the cadet leads a team to compete against other cadets of the same or different services in competitions (e.g. drill, air rifle, color guard, physical fitness) and/or public performances throughout the year. The cadet employs leadership skills and techniques by assisting, instructing, and supervising Level I, II, and III cadets. Areas of emphasis include, but are not limited to, marksmanship, drill and ceremony, color guard, physical fitness, and career exploration.\ \ \ \ Science Electives\ \ Anatomy & Physiology/Anatomy & Physiology Bilingual         Course Number: 44115\ \