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.
North Central High School: Raider Team Claims 4th Brigade Championship
The North Central High School Raider Team from Kershaw, South Carolina won the “Best of the Best” 4th Brigade Raider Competition last month at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Pictured are cadets Jasmine-Cruz Salinas, Briseyda [...]
Ansbach Middle High School: Aiming for Excellence
Ansbach Middle High School’s marksmanship team found success at Camp Perry, Ohio, as cadets prepare for this week’s National Air Rifle Championships (photo by Army Instructor Christopher Buchanan) Written by Cadet Schuettpelz The [...]
Hoover High School: Honoring the Memory of Combat Nurse CPT Jennifer Moreno
Cadets from San Diego recently honored local hero CPT Jennifer Moreno, during her Memorial Plaque Ceremony at Mount Soledad Veteran Memorial Park. Written by Cadet Nafisa Haji Cadets from Hoover High School in [...]
