Written by: LTC (Ret.) Chad Byas
CHARLOTTE, NC – On Monday, February 27, 2023, the Olympic High School JROTC Trojan Battalion conducted their annual blood drive. The Trojan Battalion teamed up with the OneBlood Donors organization as part of their Service-Learning Project for this school year. OneBlood is a non-profit 501 community asset responsible for providing safe, available, and affordable blood to more than 200 hospital partners and their patients throughout most of Florida, parts of Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and North Carolina. The goal of the blood drive was to have as many people sign up to donate blood. The Trojan Battalion had over 60 students and teachers present for the drive. This number exceeded the expectations for the program. This was a great opportunity for the Cadets to give back to the community through their service-learning project.
All Photo Credits: c/CPT Brandon Mancia-Velasco
Top Photo caption: Olympic High School JROTC Cadets verify each student and teacher who signed up for the blood drive. Students fill out paperwork to see if they are eligible to donor blood. (Photo credit: c/CPT Brandon Mancia-Velasco)
Fort Hamilton High School – Tiger Battalion Sisters Make Tunnel 2 Tower (T2T) Promotional Video
Each year, the Fort Hamilton Tiger Battalion eagerly volunteers for the T2T run, a heartfelt event that pays tribute to our fallen service members. Cadets gather near the finish line, proudly holding banners that showcase the names and photos of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Winters Mill High School – Winters Mill High School JROTC “Falcon Battalion” Marches in Honor at Westminster Memorial Day Parade
On Memorial Day, the cadets of Winters Mill High School’s Army JROTC Falcon Battalion proudly participated in the annual Westminster Memorial Day Parade, honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation. Their presence brought discipline, pride, and a sense of solemn respect to this meaningful community event in WESTMINSTER, MD on May 26, 2025.
Waimea High School – Waimea High School JROTC Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony & Change of Command
On May 9th, family, friends, teachers, and community members came together in the Waimea High School cafeteria to celebrate the hard work and leadership of the Menehune Battalion Cadets during the 2024-2025 school year. The event highlighted the achievements of cadets from all grade levels and marked another success-filled year for the battalion.
