In my school I am part of the Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps( NJROTC). We learn about the military, government, and leadership. When i graduate high school, I'm trying to get into the Naval academy and serve my time as a Marine or Naval officer. \nThe thing is, when ever I wear my uniform for NJROTC people at school do not really show respect to the uniform and what it stands for. Outside of school, there are still a few people who show little respect, while others do.\nI am wondering, why do people show little respect to a uniform which represents the military and to the soldiers and people wanting to join the military? After all the military protects this country and what it stands for.
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I was in NJROTC, and we wern't liked because of the association with the military. More liberal school have worse problems. I am now in the Marines, so just know that when you decide to go Annapolis or West Point, for the most part you will be appreciated for your service while at the same time getting spit on by the super liberals
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I very much respect the men and women who are fighting over seas to protect my freedom and the United States of America. I also dislike the people who are against the war. But I also believe that this country allows everyone the freedom to speak whats on their mind. I don't think they are traitors(a bunch of candy- *sses who have their heads in there butts yes) but traitors no. They should however remember that there are people putting there lives in danger everyday so they can continue to protest the war. \n\nThank you  Rangers!
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The dress code encompasses the wearing of a similar uniform.It says nothing about the cleanliness of its components, not the fit of the said uniform.
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last year, I went to a school with uniforms. I personally think It's better with uniforms because it does eliminate social class. It also helps us not be late in the morning because everyday you know what you are going to wear to school. In my new school there are no uniforms. I take almost half and hour more to decided what to wear increasing the chance of me being late. I personally think schools should switch to uniforms. It help with elimination of social class, gangs, and bullying because you can't tell where someone is from or if they are rich or poor.
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It depends on what rating you choose in the navy.  If  you end up in Great Lakes for A school, you can bet that you'll have up to 3 roomies, there's a place that has computers for email that used to be called The Loft, that also has pool tables, video games, movie room, etc.  You'll get weekends off, unless you have duty, and you'll have to stand watch in your barracks.  In Great Lakes, you have to complete Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) in order to get a better Liberty Class.  When you first start A school, you can only wear your uniform off base, but when you finish more PQS, you are allowed to wear your civilian clothes.   I'm not sure about the A schools in other bases.
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I had people from other countries prodly fight beside me.  They weren't even citizens yet.  But they explained how things were where they came from and had some of the best understanding of what it means to be American I have seen.  They are proud Marines that will give their life to give others freedom.  \n\nPeople here are putting them in the ranks of cannon fodder.  I know a non-citizen Marine that is a far better human than most of the people on this site. \n\nI am proud to have them fight beside me because to many Americans have become little punks hanging on to their mothers appron.  \n\nI would rather them join the military to get in to the country than sneak accross the wide open border and never learn what our freedoms cost us.
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Well, the other answers are close. Its Junior ROTC. ROTC being Reserve Officer Training Corps\nTry :\nwww.jrotc.org\nwww.jrotc.org/Army Program.htm\nwww.usarmyjrotc.com\n\nstudents participation in high school JROTC is NOT a commitment to serve in the Armed Forces after graduation\n\nPlease contact them Monday, they have plenty of resources but they need to be invited\nIf you have any problems, write me directly and I will put someone in contact with you in 48 hours
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Topic 1 - I used to work at a Private High School that required uniforms.  \n\nPro - 1) Uniforms make everyone equal (or appear equal).  You don't have the problem of the "rich" kids looking rich and well you know.\n2) Fosters a feeling of belonging.  Look at any sports team.  They all have uniforms.  Why?  Because it shows everyone else that they are part of this team.  So for schools, it can (depending on the uniform) identify you as "belonging" to this school.\n3) Uniforms reduce the amount of time teenagers spend "worrying" about what to wear, so they can spend more time concentrating on their school work (Hey, these are not my reasons - these are the ones the school gave.  Personally, I always had difficulty maintaining a straight face with that one).\n4) Uniforms reduce the overall cost of clothing that parents have to spend.  Uniforms only need to be replaced if they are outgrown or damaged.  Unlike regular cloths which go in an out of fashion constantly, and therefore must be purchased on a regular basis so that the student can "be in style".\n\nCon:\n1) Uniforms provide an "institutional" like atmosphere that forces teenagers to conform to one standard.  It starts the job of making them into "followers" and conformers.\n2) Uniforms constitute a militaristic idea, and works to destroy individuality, and free-thinking.\n3) Uniforms do not destroy peer hierarchy based on clothing.  Instead it forces everyone into the same clothing - the style of which accentuates some body types and looks terrible on others.  The individual cannot chose clothing that looks best on him/her.  This can significantly reduce the self esteem of that person.\n4) Uniforms do not reduce the overall cost of clothing for the parent, because the student is going to want "real" cloths to wear as soon as they get home from school.  So the cost to the parent actually increases because they must buy both sets of cloths.\n5) Uniforms do not make everyone equal.  Uniforms or not, the rich kids will always be able to "accessorize" in order to distinguish their financial status from the others.\n\nTopic 2\nNot exactly sure what they mean by "foster new damage" - what kind of damage?  But here is my take on it\nPro (means you are arguing that Electronic Devices do Foster New Damage)\n1) When you use something like a computer or calculator, you don't learn the real thing (i.e. you don't need to know math in order to get a correct answer with a calculator, you don't need to know how to spell because the computer corrects it).\n2) Computers get faster and faster, but humans can only work so fast.  This is causing work environments that have unrealistic assumptions about how much productivity can be accomplished in a specific amount of time.  Worker dissatisfaction and burn-out is at an all time high.\n3) Over use of electronic devices creates adults with less social skills.  When kids do all of their communicating via texting, paging, or email they don't learn the "art" of conversation with a real person.  This also causes them problems later in working environments that require "team work" because they never learned how to relate to other people - especially those who can be difficult.\n4) Over use of electronic devices has created a whole new set of medical problems.  RMI - repetitive motion injuries such as Carpal Tunnel did not exist until the advent of the computer.  Also more issues such as lower back problems due to sitting at a computer all day in a bad chair, or vitamin D deficiency caused by spending all hours indoors in artificial environments and not getting to see the sun.  A new one is being called "irritable desk syndrome" - look it up, I'm not kidding\n5) Electronic devices have become a "leash" which we cannot get away from work, or home.  It used to be that once you left work, you stopped wor
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i think they use people not from college.  you work your way up in the military, join then you can try to be promoted to that.\nthey use seargeants, which are not officers.\nofficers are usually college educated.\nenlisted folks i think are usually drill seargeants (boot camp teachers).\nnow if you want to teach subject matter, that's different.\nbut i still think you have to be in the military and work your way up to that.  and of course you have to have expertise on the subject you will teach (weapons, survival, whatever courses they have in boot camp that are more academic)
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While I'm sitting here with tears running down my face from your wonderful comment; I honestly don't think anyone can "top" what you just said. We respect and honor you and more like you. To wear any uniform in the military should give you and others great pride. We, I know I won't, ever forget all you have done and all that continue to do what they are doing for our country and people. May God always bless you now and always.
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First, Marines are NOT soldiers.  No disrespect intended, but we do not like the term.  Soldiers are in the U.S. Army.  Secondly, when I went to boot camp, nearly 20 years ago, we had extensive training on Marine Corps history.  Smedley Butler was celebrated in song when we marched, ran, or worked out.  I would be surprised if the same is no longer true.\nThank you for honoring a true American hero.
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yes schools should wear uniform to give students a feeling tht they belong to same class, group and category.no upper class or lower class feeling.
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I think that serving your country is an admirable thing to do.\n\nIf you're attending college and are in training, you will not be sent to war.  You're training.  Unless something terribly dire happened and a draft had to be reinstated, you won't be sent to war if you're in college ROTC.
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Now-a-days It basically differentiates your style as there were no colored uniforms in ancient times. Your uniform was basically your armor sometimes colored to show your clan. What actually started uniforms were Ninja. Not only did black help you hide in the dark / shadows etc but it helped confuse your enemy. If you wear all black including shoes and gloves you could confuse some enemies and they wont see a kick or a punch coming from center line because it was the same color. So if you are in some light weight tournaments and you wear a uniform, make it all the same color. Don't mix white top, black bottom etc. It may be a small insignificant thing but every little thing helps. \nI hope this helps
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I just have to say the I LOVE what you said about officers!  My parents both retired from the Navy as Senior Chiefs and my husband is an enlisted Marine.  Unless the officer was prior enlisted, they don't know anything and need to get off of their high horse!  Often times, the enlisted has to teach them their jobs!  I saw plenty of that when I was in the Navy and it's ridiculous!  All officers should be prior enlisted.
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I work in education. I see children dressed in the latest fashion , designer clothes and expensive jewlrey. i see other children in clothes that are old and tattered. The parents of the poorly dressed kids can't afford expensive clothes and their children usually stay on the sidelines,feel inferior and are made fun of by the other children. This happens in all age groups. If there was a uniform all would be equal and this would be one less stress kids wouldn't have to deal with. The uniform could be as simple as an inexpensive pair of jeans and a tee shirt.
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Patriotism and war don't have to go together. Flying a flag out on your front door or porch is a sign of patriotism. Wearing red white and blue on fridays is patriotism. Taking your hats off at a baseball / football game at any level of game during the National anthem is patriotism. Patriotism is something that the US will NEVER lack there are supporters EVERYWHERE. Even if they may or may not support the "war" itself, they support the troops, and thats what matters. Because civilians don't fight the war, soldiers do. \n\nThe war, I can't say much. Its against my job to say anything. All I can say is, we're there for a reason, and just because people can't understand it, doesn't mean the reason isn't there for understanding. \n\nIf asked to go to Iraq would I? Yes, I have already served 4 tours of Iraq since March of 2001. Its been a long five years, but the rewards and the feeling inside will never be gone. \n\nThe war in Iraq is for a cause. There is a cause for everything and there is a consequence and a reward for everything you do. Dont forget there are two sides to a coin, and there are always two sides to every action this nation goes into. Yes some people may think it is a bad thing, but you know, its not all about the war. \n\nTake into consideration the 5000 men and women and children from the United States, soldiers, brothers, mothers, fathers, sisters, sons daughters, and friends and newphew, and neices, and cousins that have died since 9/11. Their lives can not go in vain. I know my guys and I believe when we're over there we're making a difference in SOMEONE's life, and thats all that matters. when a soldier / sailor / airmen signs up to go into the military we take an oath that says we shall protect this nation, and the civilians that live here. And each day that is what 400000 troops do. Protect this nation. The innocent men women and children who died in the world trade centers that day, and on the airplanes, their lives is what we fight for. The war represents their names on our hearts when we go out in battle. And its in their names that we will end this war. Whether its today, tomorrow, next month, next year or twenty years from now. The reason we fight is not for the government, but because its our moral duties to protect this nation, and two, to make sure those victims did not die in vain.