MILITARY
The U.S. Armed Forces are made up of the five armed service branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy.
There are 12 Service branches: five Active Duty and seven part-time duty. Part-time duty consists of five Reserve and two Guard branches. Each branch varies greatly in service commitment, location, and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country.
If you are interested in joining the military after high school, our local recruiters can be reached at the contact information below:
There are 12 Service branches: five Active Duty and seven part-time duty. Part-time duty consists of five Reserve and two Guard branches. Each branch varies greatly in service commitment, location, and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country.
If you are interested in joining the military after high school, our local recruiters can be reached at the contact information below:
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AIR FORCE
www.airforce.com 12881 Westheimer Rd Houston, TX 77077 (713) 467-3418 (409) 937-9185 |
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Created in 1947, the Air Force’s primary mission is to defend the United States (and its interests) through exploitation of air and space. To accomplish this mission, the Air Force operates fighter aircraft, tanker aircraft, light and heavy bomber aircraft, transport aircraft, and helicopters (which are used mainly for rescue of downed-aircrew, and special operations missions). The Air Force is also responsible for all military satellites, and controls all of our Nation's strategic nuclear ballistic missiles. Like the Army, the active duty Air Force is supplemented by the Air Force Reserves and the Air National Guard.
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ARMY
www.goarmy.com 12881 Westheimer Rd Houston, TX 77077 (281) 561-6328 |
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The United States Army is the main ground-force of the U.S. The Army's main function is to protect and defend the United States (and its interests) by way of ground troops, armor (tanks), artillery, attack helicopters, tactical nuclear weapons, etc. The Army is the largest and oldest U.S. Military Service. It is supported by two Reserve Forces, the Army Reserves and the Army National Guard, which can be tapped for trained personnel and equipment during times of need.
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COAST GUARD
www.coastguard.com Gulfgate Center Mall 3111 Woodridge Drive STE 160 Houston, TX 77087 (713) 641-3559 (281) 464-4800 ARL-DG-CGRC-ROHouston@uscg.mil |
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In peacetime, the Coast Guard is primarily concerned with law enforcement, boating safety, sea rescue, and illegal immigration control. However, the President of the United States can transfer part or all of the Coast Guard to the Department of the Navy in times of conflict. The Coast Guard consists of ships, boats, aircraft and shore stations that conduct a variety of missions. The Coast Guard is the smallest military service and is supported by the Coast Guard Reserves and a volunteer "Coast Guard Auxiliary" in times of need.
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MARINES
www.marines.com 12881 Westheimer Rd Houston, TX 77077 (281) 293-9549 (832) 724-2492 |
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Created in 1947, the Air Force’s primary mission is to defend the United States (and its interests) through exploitation of air and space. To accomplish this mission, the Air Force operates fighter aircraft, tanker aircraft, light and heavy bomber aircraft, transport aircraft, and helicopters (which are used mainly for rescue of downed-aircrew, and special operations missions). The Air Force is also responsible for all military satellites, and controls all of our Nation's strategic nuclear ballistic missiles. Like the Army, the active duty Air Force is supplemented by the Air Force Reserves and the Air National Guard.
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NAVY
www.navy.com Memorial City Mall 303 Memorial City Way, STE 503E Houston TX 77024 (713) 467-2648 |
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With its primary mission to maintain the freedom of the seas, the Navy makes it possible for the United States to use the seas where and when our national interests require it. In addition, in times of conflict, the Navy helps to supplement Air Force air power. Navy aircraft carriers can often deploy to areas where fixed runways are impossible. Additionally, Navy ships can attack land targets from miles away (with very heavy guns), and cruise missiles. Navy submarines (fast attack and ballistic missile subs) allow stealth attacks on our enemies from right off their shores. The Navy is also primarily responsible for transporting Marines to areas of conflict. The Navy is only supported in times of need by the Naval Reserves.
BENEFITS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS TO JOIN THE MILITARY
by Kenneth Richmond, Demand Media
Entering the workforce after graduation can be a daunting experience for a high school senior. While many seniors struggle with which career path to take, some decide to enlist in the U.S. military. Whether they’re looking to enlist in the military for four years or want to become a careerist, the military offers numerous benefits for high school seniors, the such as a delayed entry program, participation in Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps, job security and college scholarships.
by Kenneth Richmond, Demand Media
Entering the workforce after graduation can be a daunting experience for a high school senior. While many seniors struggle with which career path to take, some decide to enlist in the U.S. military. Whether they’re looking to enlist in the military for four years or want to become a careerist, the military offers numerous benefits for high school seniors, the such as a delayed entry program, participation in Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps, job security and college scholarships.
Delayed Entry Program
High school seniors who want to enlist in the military after graduation can be guaranteed a slot through their selected service branch’s Delayed Entry Program. According to the United States Marine Corps, DEPs place prospective recruits into an inactive reserve status in exchange for the recruit agreeing to report to basic training at a specific date in the future, giving the recruit time to work on his stamina and strength while he completes his education before reporting for duty. High school seniors may join the DEP from several days to one year prior to graduation. For instance, a student who wanted to enlist in the U.S. Navy in September 2014 could join the Navy DEP as early as September 2013 in his senior year. According to information given by the Navy Delayed Entry Program, joining the DEP allows high school seniors to decide if the military is really the best choice for them while holding open their spot in the field and tour of duty length they commit to in their enlistment contract.
High school seniors who want to enlist in the military after graduation can be guaranteed a slot through their selected service branch’s Delayed Entry Program. According to the United States Marine Corps, DEPs place prospective recruits into an inactive reserve status in exchange for the recruit agreeing to report to basic training at a specific date in the future, giving the recruit time to work on his stamina and strength while he completes his education before reporting for duty. High school seniors may join the DEP from several days to one year prior to graduation. For instance, a student who wanted to enlist in the U.S. Navy in September 2014 could join the Navy DEP as early as September 2013 in his senior year. According to information given by the Navy Delayed Entry Program, joining the DEP allows high school seniors to decide if the military is really the best choice for them while holding open their spot in the field and tour of duty length they commit to in their enlistment contract.
Participation in JROTC
The United States Army JROTC maintains that JROTC programs are designed to instill citizenship and patriotism as well as prepare students for leadership roles, whether in military or civilian life. According to the Navy, high school seniors who have successfully completed a minimum of two years in JROTC may enlist in any service branch at the pay grade of E-2. Those successfully completing three years of JROTC may enlist at the pay grade of E-3. Most seniors enlist in the military at the pay grade of E-1. However, JROTC seniors are promoted to E-2 or E-3 with more pay and greater responsibility before they take their first step off the bus at basic training.
The United States Army JROTC maintains that JROTC programs are designed to instill citizenship and patriotism as well as prepare students for leadership roles, whether in military or civilian life. According to the Navy, high school seniors who have successfully completed a minimum of two years in JROTC may enlist in any service branch at the pay grade of E-2. Those successfully completing three years of JROTC may enlist at the pay grade of E-3. Most seniors enlist in the military at the pay grade of E-1. However, JROTC seniors are promoted to E-2 or E-3 with more pay and greater responsibility before they take their first step off the bus at basic training.
Job Security
One of the major benefits of high school seniors joining the military is job security. Unpredictable economic times have caused many young people to forgo the pursuit of six digit salaries. Unlike their counterparts in the civilian workforce, seniors entering the military will be exempt from many of the tribulations and challenges associated with a struggling economy. For instance, Go Army states that, based on a high school senior's qualifications, she will have guaranteed technical schooling as well as a job, duty station and pay every two weeks as long as she is serving honorably until she decides not to reenlist or retires from military service.
One of the major benefits of high school seniors joining the military is job security. Unpredictable economic times have caused many young people to forgo the pursuit of six digit salaries. Unlike their counterparts in the civilian workforce, seniors entering the military will be exempt from many of the tribulations and challenges associated with a struggling economy. For instance, Go Army states that, based on a high school senior's qualifications, she will have guaranteed technical schooling as well as a job, duty station and pay every two weeks as long as she is serving honorably until she decides not to reenlist or retires from military service.
College Scholarship Opportunities
Unlike many of their peers, who often must take out multiple student loans to pay for college, high school seniors who join the military are given the opportunity to earn college degrees through multiple educational programs. The Tuition Assistance Program provides financial assistance and may pay a substantial portion of college tuition for service members pursuing a college degree. Reference Service Press reports 237 college scholarship programs available to high school seniors entering military service. These scholarship programs pay 100 percent of college tuition for many of the post-secondary colleges and universities throughout the United States.
Unlike many of their peers, who often must take out multiple student loans to pay for college, high school seniors who join the military are given the opportunity to earn college degrees through multiple educational programs. The Tuition Assistance Program provides financial assistance and may pay a substantial portion of college tuition for service members pursuing a college degree. Reference Service Press reports 237 college scholarship programs available to high school seniors entering military service. These scholarship programs pay 100 percent of college tuition for many of the post-secondary colleges and universities throughout the United States.
Military Visits on Stratford High School Campus
Representatives from the following branches will be on campus, to meet with students, on the days listed below each month.
U.S. Army - 2nd and 4th Tuesday
U.S. Marines - 1st and 3rd Thursday
U.S. Navy - 1st and 3rd Tuesday
Please visit our calendar (click here) for more of an up to date schedule.
Representatives from the following branches will be on campus, to meet with students, on the days listed below each month.
U.S. Army - 2nd and 4th Tuesday
U.S. Marines - 1st and 3rd Thursday
U.S. Navy - 1st and 3rd Tuesday
Please visit our calendar (click here) for more of an up to date schedule.