Story by: C/CPT Althea Cumlat
Photos by: C/2LT Arianni Sambois-Calderon and C/CPT Althea Cumlat

On October 16, 2023, former U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Dakota Meyer, a distinguished Medal of Honor recipient, visited Waimea High School Army JROTC from 8th Brigade. Meyer was awarded the Medal of Honor by former President Barack Obama for his courageous actions during the Battle of Ganjgal in Kunar Province, Afghanistan on September 8, 2009. During his visit, Meyer shared his remarkable life journey and experiences with the Waimea Menehune JROTC Battalion, providing valuable insights and life lessons that continue to inspire and motivate the Cadets. The Cadets were honored to have Meyer as a guest and will undoubtedly cherish the memories of his visit.

Winters Mill High School – Winters Mill High School JROTC “Falcon Battalion” Marches in Honor at Westminster Memorial Day Parade

August 5th, 2025|Comments Off on Winters Mill High School – Winters Mill High School JROTC “Falcon Battalion” Marches in Honor at Westminster Memorial Day Parade

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 [...]

Waimea High School – Waimea High School JROTC Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony & Change of Command 

August 5th, 2025|Comments Off on Waimea High School – Waimea High School JROTC Hosts Annual Awards Ceremony & Change of Command 

Writer - C/CPT Elisha Kate Agustinez Photographer - Jaymie Blanche Niau   On May 9th, family, friends, teachers, and community members came together in the Waimea High School cafeteria to celebrate the hard work and [...]

Raider Challenge Registration Now Open

August 4th, 2025|Comments Off on Raider Challenge Registration Now Open

Check out the other Raider 2025 links and information: https://usarmyjrotc.army.mil/raider-home/ https://usarmyjrotc.army.mil/nationalraiderchallenge/ 🗓️ Event Overview Dates: October 23–26, 2025 Location: Fort Knox, Kentucky Participants: Over 300 JROTC teams nationwide Purpose: Test cadets’ physical [...]