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The growth of leadership is an essential aspect of JROTC. Through the use of tact and bearing, cadets are able to succeed in the class. This learning of leadership and discipline also allows cadets to develop healthy habits.
Basic everyday tasks are founded on a cadet's character. That is why JROTC focuses on enabling cadets to help each other. This action of teamwork fosters a community within a community. Buidling character at the same time!
JROTC promotes citizenship by teaching responsibility and accountability. It helps students recognize their place in the community and nation. Cadets learn that good citizenship requires active engagement and respect for others.
Instill in students in the United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment.
Our Mission
To develop informed and responsible citizens who possess the skills, knowledge, and integrity to succeed in college, career, and life while serving their communities and nation..
Program goals:
Develop leadership skills
Build character
Develop informed and responsible citizens
Teach elements and requirements for national security
Stress self-discipline, ownership, and respect for authority
Inform of potential career and educational choices
Program Benefits
Leadership Development
Hands-on leadership opportunities and training
College Preparation
Academic support and college readiness programs
Career Opportunities
Military and civilian career pathway guidance
Our cadet leaders exemplify the Marine Corps values and serve as role models for all cadets in the program.
Company Commanding Officer
Cadet Captain Emily Crumpler
Company Commanding Officer (CO) is the highest-ranking cadet in the Company.
Leading the Tucker's JROTC with pride and courage. The Company Commander is in charge of the entire JROTC program.
Company Executive Officer
Cadet Captain Madeleine Rose
Company Executive Officer (XO) is the second highest-ranking cadet in the Company.
XO acts as the Company’s “Chief of Staff” assisting the CO in commanding the unit and is prepared to assume the CO’s duties in her absence.
Company First Sergeant
Cadet First Sergeant Samantha Sherlock
The Company First Sergeant (1stSgt) highest-ranking enlisted cadet in the Company.
The First Sergeant reports directly to the Company Commander and is the primary advisor to the CO on all enlisted cadet personnel matters
Company Gunnery Sergeant
Cadet Gunnery Sergeant Peighton Robinson
The Company Gunnery Sergeant (GySgt) is the second highest-ranking enlisted cadet in the Company.
Coordinates with the SMI on all issues pertaining to logistical functions within the unit.