Writer - MSG Timothy Leaks Photographer - Mr. Thomas Walker, Technology Teacher at Winters Mill HS   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 [...]

Writer & Photographer - C/1LT Gaitan-McCastle, Iliana From June 23–28, 2025, select cadets from Howard High School JROTC participated in the Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC), hosted at Bowie State University. This annual summer leadership camp brought together cadets from across the region for a week of physically and mentally demanding activities designed to build [...]

Denbigh JROTC Honors 2025 Graduates at Commencement Ceremony Writers: Cadet 2LT Janiyah Toye & LTC Charles Birdsong Photographer: Cadet CPT Kymora Robinson On Sunday, June 8, 2025, cadets from Denbigh High School JROTC played a distinguished role in the school’s graduation ceremony at the Hampton Coliseum, embodying pride, discipline, and service throughout the milestone [...]

Writer - Cadet CPT Kymora Robinson and SAI, LTC Charles Birdsong Photographer - Cadet CPT Kymora Robinson Newport News, VA — The Denbigh High School Army JROTC “Patriot Battalion” hosted its annual Awards Night, an evening of honor, recognition, and tradition. Held in the school auditorium, the event celebrated the Cadets’ accomplishments, leadership, and growth [...]

Writer - Cadet Captain Kymora Robinson and SAI, LTC Charles Birdsong Photographer - Cadet Captain Kymora Robinson Knollwood Elementary School came alive with laughter and excitement as students, staff, and special guests gathered for a high-energy field day filled with games, teamwork, and community spirit. The event offered students a chance to bond, play, and [...]

Writer - Command Sgt. Maj. Stephen Harris Photographer - On May 23 the JROTC program hosted the school’s first ever signing ceremony. The seniors signed pledges committing to serve in the United States Armed Forces. The seniors who have enlisted to join a branch of the United States military are: Kimel S. Lennon, who is [...]

Writer - Cadet CPT Vinecia Smith Photographer - Dr. Laura Bailey Cadet Master Sergeant Anthony Pate, a standout senior at Scotland High School, has received one of our community’s most prestigious honors—the Dormagen-McLean Youth Service Award, presented by the Laurinburg/Scotland County Area Chamber of Commerce. This award recognizes outstanding youth who demonstrate exceptional leadership, character, [...]

Writer - C/CPL Girde, Arunima, C/1LT Tial, Biak Photographer - C/2LT Adepoju, Pelumi For the third consecutive year, the Lions Battalion’s Unarmed Drill Team once again secured a spot at the prestigious Drill Nationals in Daytona Beach, Florida, from May 1-4, proudly representing the school and the state. Competing on a national stage, the team [...]

Writer - C/1LT Gaitan-McCastle, Iliana  Photographer - HoCoGov On May 28, 2025, Howard High School held its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025. The event was an important milestone for seniors, celebrating their achievements and marking the end of their high school journey. Members of the Howard High School Army JROTC Lions Battalion played [...]

Writer - Chief Rasulala Photographer - Mrs. Rich, spouse of COL Mark Rich Manchester High School’s Lancer Battalion proudly announces that Cadet Laila Seward has been awarded the prestigious COL Drisko Scholarship. A four-year standout in the JROTC program, Cadet Seward has exemplified the leadership, discipline, and academic excellence that the scholarship honors. Laila’s journey [...]