Story by: C/CPT Pangelinan, Kiani
Photos by: C/CPT Saluta, Jolash

Manta Ray Battalion Color Guard Assist in the 80 Years Of Peace in The Pacific Proclamation Ceremony

On March 22, the Manta Ray Battalion Color Guard from Saipan Southern High School Army JROTC supported the 80 Years Of Peace In The Pacific proclamation ceremony held at Aqua Resort Club. The ceremony marked the 80th anniversary of the battle of Saipan and Tinian during World War 2. The Battle of Saipan and Tinian was held to honor those who have served and sacrificed and to remember their service to the freedom that has united our communities.

During the ceremony, the Cadets presented the national colors for the U.S. and the CNMI anthems. C/LTC Mechaella De Ramos, alongside C/CPT Jaron Lifoifoi, read off the proclamation and stated the importance of developing the CNMI after World War Two and rebuilding a community amongst nations.

C/CSM John Brondo, who commanded the Color Guard Team, carried the U.S. flag.  C/CPT Eman Barce, the left guard, and C/CPT Jolash Saluta, the right guard. C/CPT Sean Villaluz carried the CNMI flag. The Senior Army Instructor, Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Richard Basa accompanied the color guard team.

Wiesbaden High School: Warrior Battalion Marksmanship team wins DODEA Europe West Conference Final

February 2nd, 2026|Comments Off on Wiesbaden High School: Warrior Battalion Marksmanship team wins DODEA Europe West Conference Final

Cadet Kai Malaga shoots in the kneeling position at the DODEA Europe West Conference Marksmanship Final. (Photo by Aiden Prete) Written by Cadet Kylyn Drake This year has been one of the most successful years [...]

Garfield High School: Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

January 30th, 2026|Comments Off on Garfield High School: Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

Garfield High School Army JROTC Cadets march in their local Martin Luther King Day Parade. (Photo by Raymond Eason, Army Instructor) Written by Terry Buckhannon, Army Instructor On Jan. 17, the Garfield High School Army [...]

Mercer County Technical: Army JROTC STEM Academy Makes History with First Place Finish in Inaugural Drill and Ceremony Competition

January 16th, 2026|Comments Off on Mercer County Technical: Army JROTC STEM Academy Makes History with First Place Finish in Inaugural Drill and Ceremony Competition

Mercer County Technical Schools Cadets march at the Central and South New Jersey LET I Drill and Ceremony Competition in Bayville, New Jersey. (Photo by Leonardo Ramos, Army Instructor) Written by Javier A. Cortéz, Senior [...]