United States Military Option
The U.S. military offers high school students various opportunities to serve while gaining valuable skills, education, and career advancement. Options include enlisting after graduation, participating in Junior ROTC programs, applying to prestigious service academies, or earning ROTC scholarships for college. Students can also explore part-time service through the National Guard or Reserves, or join specialized programs in fields like technology or healthcare. The military provides numerous benefits, such as tuition assistance, leadership development, financial stability, healthcare, and the chance to travel and serve the nation. Ideal candidates are disciplined, adaptable, team-oriented, and motivated by a sense of duty, making military service a rewarding path for personal and professional growth.
Military Exploration Resources
The ASVAB
The ASVAB is the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, is NOT just for military interest. It is an aptitude test that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success. Again, the ASVAB is NOT just for those with military interest.
Taking the ASVAB provides you with career exploration opportunities outside of the military as well. After taking the test, you will be provided access to a Career Exploration Program that will allow you to investigate your measured aptitudes and research different careers.
The ASVAB is offered in the fall at CHS.