Writer – C/CPT Kymora Robinson & SAI, LTC Charles Birdsong
Photographer – C/Captain Kymora Robinson



Denbigh High School JROTC cadets participated in the annual Holiday Party hosted by Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown on December 6, 2024. The event, designed to foster community spirit and provide festive activities for military personnel and their families, featured holiday-themed crafts, cookie decorating, face-painting, games, a visit from Santa Claus, and delicious food. The cadets played a vital role in ensuring the event’s success, showcasing core values of leadership, duty, and selflessness. Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Isaac Prudencio, a senior at Denbigh High School, reflected on the experience, stating that volunteering at the Holiday Party was incredibly rewarding and reminded him of the importance of giving back.
Denbigh High School JROTC Senior Army Instructor LTC Charles Birdsong praised the cadets for their dedication and the positive impact they had on the local military community. The partnership between Denbigh High School JROTC and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown highlights the importance of community connections and the positive impact young leaders can have on those around them.
First Sergeant Terry Smith summed up the experience, stating that the holidays are about giving back and supporting one another. The Denbigh High School JROTC cadets’ participation in the Holiday Party is a testament to their commitment to serving both their school and the broader community, and their contributions will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression on the military families they touched this holiday season.
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