U.S. ARMY S.T.A.R CLUB PROGRAM “Leadership in Action” “Leadership in Action” Leadership and...

U.S. ARMY S.T.A.R CLUB U.S. ARMY S.T.A.R CLUB PROGRAMPROGRAM

““Leadership in Action”Leadership in Action”Leadership and Character Leadership and Character

Development Program for High Development Program for High School StudentsSchool Students

STRONG STUDENTS, STRONG FUTURES, STRONG NATIONSTRONG STUDENTS, STRONG FUTURES, STRONG NATION.

PURPOSE

To provide an overview of the US Army S.T.A.R. Club Program—a

partnership with local high schools providing students leadership and

character development.

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AGENDA Concept Objectives Organization Program Implementation Questions / Discussion

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CONCEPT

S.T.A.R. is a partnership between the high school and the US Army created to leverage the expertise and resources of local US Army Soldiers to help students develop skills that will enable and encourage them to take active roles in their own life, within their families, their school and community, with the ultimate goal of graduating high school and creating enriching postsecondary options.

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CONCEPT (Cont’d)

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CONCEPT (Cont’d) Army provides program of instruction

Soldiers provide structure, supervision and mentorship

Faculty Advisor (educator) within the school provides school point of contact and club oversight

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CONCEPT (Cont’d)

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Sample Topics Include (Non-Military):

Time Management

Study Skills & Strategies

Values-Based Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Problem Solving

Goal Setting

Decision Making

Team Building

Physical Fitness & Nutrition

First Aid

Assertiveness Skills

Public Speaking

Personal Finance

Disaster Preparedness

Career Exploration


CONCEPT (Cont’d)

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Military-Related Topics Include:

History of the Army

Army Values

Military Time (24-hr clock)

Drill and Ceremony

Military Rank Structure

Phonetic Alphabet

Military Customs / Courtesy

Physical Fitness Test

Land Navigation/Orienteering

West Point & ROTC Programs


CONCEPT (Cont’d)

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Additional Club Activities: Community Service Project

Field Trips

Weekly Meetings

Fundraisers

Public Speaking

Drill & Ceremony Competition

Leadership Reaction Courses

Leadership Counseling

Awards Banquet

Physical Fitness

Seminars

Sporting event participation

Movie days

Military History, Current Events


ARMY PROVIDED CLUB RESOURCES

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Soldier involvement / mentorship

Curriculum Support

March2Success (on-line tutoring)

Boost-Up (Dropout Prevention)

ASVAB (Career Exploration)

Army-Sponsored Competitions

Club Member Apparel (Tee Shirts)

Army sponsorship of school events

Color/Honor Guard Equipment

Student Recognition Items

Guest Speakers

Army-Sponsored Internships


SCHOOL PROVIDED RESOURCES

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WHAT WE REQUIRE FROM SCHOOLS:

Faculty Advisor

Meeting Location

Faculty/School Recognition/Support


WHAT S.T.A.R. DOES NOT PROVIDE

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WHAT WE DON’T DO:

Require a service obligation

Recruit for the Armed Forces

Conduct Combat Skills Training


CLUB ELIGIBILITY

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Any student with a commitment to academic excellence, willingness to do

their best, and desire to be a part of a team can participate in the S.T.A.R.

Club.

Continued eligibility is based on the minimum standards established by the

school governing participation in other school extra and co-curricular

activities.


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S.T.A.R. CLUB SAMPLE ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

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Captain

Maintains financial status

Keeps minutes or log of meeting

Captain

Updates Bn XO on student club eligibility and academic standing

Captain

Coordinates for uniform issue (T-shirts)

Assists S3 in obtaining materials for club events

Captain

Responsible for flyers, club announcements, maintaining club letterhead, posters, etc.

Maintains historical record, photos, newspaper articles, etc.

Captain

Maintains website updates

Major

Maintains Club Training Calendar

Plans future events based on Club vote

Coordinates staff for operational meetings.

Organizes formations

Directs First Sergeants

Assists Battalion Commander

(Same functions as JROTC Template)


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S.T.A.R. CLUB SAMPLE ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

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(Same functions as JROTC Template)


BENEFITS TO STUDENTS

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S.T.A.R. PROMOTES PERSONAL GROWTH

Leadership skills

Discipline

Problem solving

Personal pride

Responsibility

Army mentors build on existing values and instill qualities that will help make a young person a strong and successful individual for life.

Self-confidence

Teamwork

Self-respect

Professionalism

Time management


“TACTICAL” BENEFITS TO SCHOOL

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Student Engagement & Sense of “Belonging” Student Leadership Community Involvement Tutor Program Student Mentorship Program Increases level of individual physical fitness Improves daily student attendance Encourages pursuing postsecondary education Career Exploration Networking opportunities S.T.E.M. related paid internship opportunities Encourages teamwork and teambuilding Senior Project Credit (School approved) Source of additional manpower for special events


“STRATEGIC” BENEFITS TO SCHOOL

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Increase Retention

Raise Test Scores

Lower Drop Out Rates

Increase Graduation Rates

Meet Graduation Timelines

Save Money / Maximize Budget


IMPLEMENTATION

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Administration presentation

School Board presentation & approval

Student Interest Survey

Military Liaison & Faculty Advisor meeting

Develop Your HS US Army S.T.A.R. Club template

First Club meeting to establish leadership


QUESTIONS/DISCUSSIONS&

NEXT STEPS

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NameCompany Commander

PhoneEmail

NameEducation Services Specialist

PhoneEmail

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