Writer - Photographer - From left to right in the featured photo below, the JROTC Cadets of the Year for other JPS high schools are: Cadet Savannah Blevins, Lanier Junior Senior High SchoolCadet Lieutenant Demija Jones, Murrah High SchoolCadet Captain Ashanti Odom, Callaway High SchoolCadet Lieutenant Ke' Undra Jennings, Forest Hill High SchoolCadet Major Daysheunna [...]

Writer & Photographer - C/1LT Reyes, Angelin The importance of teamwork in JROTC revolves around effective communication, leadership development, and collaboration. During our visit to the annual U.S. Army Recruitment event at Fort Liberty, cadets from Overhills High School had the opportunity to explore various Military Occupational Specialties and gain insight into the daily responsibilities [...]

Writer - OHS, PAO C/1LT Isabella McIver Photographer - Overhills High School Army JROTC recently participated in mentoring Anderson Creek Primary and South Harnett Elementary School, instructing them on proper flag protocols. The day culminated with a lesson on how to properly display and store the flag. There are several traditions and customs associated with [...]

Writer - Photographer - On Saturday 01 March 2025, the Scorpion Battalion from NBHS conducted its 52nd Annual Military Ball at the NC Army National Guard Armory in Wilmington, NC. 1SG Williams was honored along with all seniors for his pending retirement.

Writer - C/2LT Julie Abarca Photographer - JROTC Stock Photo The Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) is set to host the "Lakewood Raider Roundup" Competition on March 1st, 2025, at Lakewood High School. The event, which will feature over 120 high school JROTC Cadets, is designed to test their teamwork, leadership, physical fitness, and [...]

Writer - Photographer - On Wednesday, First Lieutenant Alma Cooper spoke to the Junction City High School. First Lt. Cooper, also known as Miss USA, spoke to the students about demanding excellence for themselves. "If you can see me, you can be me," what she told to the students. Here quote implied that there is [...]

Writer & Photographer - MAJ Siimoa Galoia  The Tafuna High School Army JROTC program in American Samoa has once again proven its commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership by making history at two inaugural 8th Brigade competitions in February 2025. The cadets showcased their skills, teamwork, and determination, securing back-to-back championships in both the VEX [...]

Writer - Photographer - On 21 February, the Denver JROTC held their first Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) certification course at Abrahm Lincoln High School. Abraham Lincoln High School was chosen as their archery team was the Rocky Mountain JROTC Archery League champions. The course was facilitated by 1SG (R) Paul Mahoney (Operations) and 1SG (R) [...]

Writer - Marley G. Shackleton Photographer - MSG(R) Chris Buchanan It all started at 4:30 in the morning on a cold Ansbach morning. Our marksmanship team, sleep deprived and full of nervous energy, was ready to pack our rifles and bags into cars and head to the airport. Once there, we waited a long time [...]

Writer & Photographer - Cdt/MSG Ethan Serna With the bugle call signaling the start of the Dining In, cadets filed into the cafeteria, exchanging greetings and socializing. When the call for seating was given, cadets took their places in their respective squads and battalions. Once everyone was seated, Cadet S-1 Sydney Mendoza led the battalion [...]