At Hawthorne NJROTC, cadets have the opportunity to participate into unique and interesting extracurricular activities through our different kind of teams. Including marksmanship, engineering, drill and many more, there’s always something for everyone to enjoy and excel at! Here are the currently active teams in our unit.
The Air Rifle team sharpens focus and precision and that's the art of precision in marksmanship. With dedication and teamwork, our Air Rifle cadets compete in high-level tournaments, ranking among the top 30% in the nation. It’s a perfect blend of patience and skill!
Dive into the world of underwater robotics! Cadets on the SeaPerch Team design and build remotely operated vehicles, tackling engineering challenges and showcasing their creations in competitions. Last year, they made waves by competing at the National SeaPerch Challenge in Maryland and aim to achieve this feat again.
Our Orienteering Team goes to various parks and Los Angeles Orienteering Club events, orienteering is all about navigating using a compass, a map and running. If you love nature this is the team for you!
With sharp movements and routines, the Drill Team captivates audiences. After an incredible performance at the recent pep rally, the team is preparing for upcoming drill meets, where they’ll demonstrate their skills and coordination on a competition environment.
Carrying the colors with honor, the Color Guard Team performs at community events like VFW ceremonies and home football games. Their dedication to precision and ceremonial excellence makes them a shining example of respect and tradition.
The CyberPatriot Team learns how to protect and defend computer systems while competing in a national youth cyber defense competition. This team is perfect for cadets interested in technology and problem-solving.
Participating in NJROTC teams is just like joining a sports team, just better. Joining a team gives you a lot of experience and a sense of belonging. Cadets develop:
Leadership Skills: By working together toward common goals, cadets learn to guide and inspire others.
Discipline and Responsibility: Team activities instill a strong work ethic and accountability.
Camaraderie: Competing and training alongside peers builds lasting friendships and a sense of belonging.
Our teams regularly compete at local, regional, and even national levels. These events are more than just contest, they’re opportunities to:
Showcase hard work and dedication.
Represent Hawthorne NJROTC with pride.
Interact with cadets from other schools, fostering mutual respect and sportsmanship.
Whatever team you join, whether it’s aiming for a bullseye, engineering an underwater marvel, navigating a challenging course, or protecting digital systems, cadets grow into confident, capable individuals through these experiences. At Hawthorne NJROTC, we’re not just trying to win trophies—we’re building future leaders.