Submitted by: SGM (R) Ruby Murray
Photos by: SGM (R) Ruby Murray
On Saturday, May 20, 2023, South View High School Instructor SGM (R) Ruby Murray was the first Army JROTC Instructor to be inducted into the Veterans Rock Hall of Fame. SGM (R) Murray received the award at The Union League Liberty Hills Golf Club & Conference Center located in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania.
Women Veterans ROCK hosted its Annual Summer Civic Leadership Retreat for Women Veterans, Military Women, Military Families and JROTC Cadet Girls. Sergeant Major (R) Ruby Murray received a letter along with the award, congratulating SGM (R) Murray to The 2023 Leaders & Legends Award Honoree of The Year. The letter stated, ” The Women Veterans ROCK! The Community of Women Veterans & Military Families honored SGM (R) Murray the with the legendary and prestigious “2023 Leaders & Legends Honoree of The Year Award.””. This award is presented to distinguished women leaders who provide exemplary industry leadership; legendary community service; and our honorees create life changing results in service to humankind. Your service to America’s Youth demonstrates a remarkable commitment to excellence in public education; creativity in civic engagement; and legendary leadership in your post-military community service. You are a powerful role model – and – We Salute You!” They recognized her for her many noteworthy achievements as the Luncheon Keynote Speaker on Armed Forces Day, during Military Appreciation Month in America.
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.
