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Thank you dodea
Thank you dodea
January 29, 2025 Fort Worth, TX.
Jennifer Daily-Perkins, a representative from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), recently visited the ILTexas Keller-Saginaw High School (KSHS) Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (MCJROTC) program. During her visit, she observed the cadets' rigorous training routines, leadership exercises, and community service initiatives. Daily-Perkins commended the program for its dedication to fostering discipline, leadership, and civic responsibility among students. She highlighted the cadets' commitment to excellence and the program's role in preparing young individuals for future challenges. The visit underscored the importance of such programs in developing well-rounded, responsible citizens.
FORT WORTH, Texas–ILTexas KSHS hosted its first Leadership Speaker Series of the 2022-23 school year at ILTexas Keller-Saginaw High School (KSHS), featuring United States Ambassador Liliana Ayalde. Ambassador Ayalde is the former US Ambassador to Brazil and previously served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) for the United States Department of State.
Ambassador Ayalde toured ILTexas Keller-K8 before the event. During this time, she received the opportunity to visit Spanish and Chinese language classes, in addition to meeting the principal.
ILTexas KSHS students and staff filled the gymnasium for the event with students from all ILTexas high schools tuning in virtually.
Ambassador Ayalde spoke to the audience about her time as the Deputy Assistant Director and the leadership lessons she’s learned throughout her career.
“In order to succeed, you need to like what you’re doing,” she told the audience. “You need to have a passion for what you’re doing.”
Ayalde also acknowledged Hispanic Heritage Month and stated how proud she was of her background.
“It’s a real occasion to celebrate the heritage we bring to this country. The diversity we bring to this country,” she said. “As a Hispanic myself, I’m very happy to be part of the program today in the context of Hispanic Heritage Month.”
Students from the audience also had the opportunity to ask the ambassador questions and chat with her after the event.
For Jie Cheong, a junior at ILTexas Garland High School who served as one of the student ambassadors for the event, Ayalde’s message gave her a new perspective on leadership.
“The most impressive part of the message was everyone can be a leader,” she said. “There's a born leader and learned leader, but we can still learn.”
*The Leadership Speaker Series is an ILTexas student-run production.
ILTexas KSHS MCJROTC host North Texas Drill Meet
Fort Worth, TX- The Marine Corps JROTC (MCJROTC) cadets at ILTexas Keller Saginaw High School hosted and participated in the Eagle Claw competition on Saturday, where they were not eligible to place but had a phenomenal turnout. Eagle Claw Drill Meet will be held annually in Fort Worth Texas where units in the DFW will participate in drill, color guard, and academic from seven high schools.
The team demonstrated their endurance at Saturday’s drill meet performing in unknown territory while balancing competing and hosting the event. CWO3 McPhatter stated, “They represented you and IL with the utmost in courtesy and professionalism!” another instructor from McKinney High School.
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ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC AT BRENHAM DRILL MEET
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC AT BRENHAM DRILL MEET
On January 14, 2023, Fort Worth, Texas, the International Leadership of Texas Keller Saginaw (ILTexas KSHS) MCJROTC program, led by Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Adrianna Olivas, competed in a Drill Meet Regional Qualifier (Region 5) at Brenham High School in Brenham, Texas. The competition consisted of Marksmanship, uniform inspections, regulation and exhibition drill teams, color guard teams, athletic teams (a Physical Fitness test), and an academic team who took a 25 question test on multiple subjects from history, current events, Marine Corps knowledge, and SAT/ACT. The regional qualifier had 21 teams registered KSHS took first place in Academics, second place in Armed Exhibition, and third place in Armed Regulation Drill.
Coming into our second year consisting of both first and second year cadets. Drill team routines and MCJROTC Academics competitions are new concepts for these cadets, but hard work and dedication is not. The program is extremely proud of them and their hard work to date. Stay tuned for further advancement in the program and life by these extraordinary young people.
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC AT DAYTON DRILL MEET
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC AT DAYTON DRILL MEET
On January 21, 2023, the International Leadership of Texas Keller Saginaw (ILTexas KSHS) MCJROTC program, competed in a Drill Meet Regional Qualifier (Region 5) at Brenham High School in Dayton, Texas. The competition consisted of uniform inspections, regulation and exhibition drill teams, color guard teams, and athletic teams (a relay race). The regional qualifier had 21 teams registered KSHS took third place in Armed Color Guard, and third place in Unarmed inspections.
Cadets are exhibiting phenomenal character, courage, and tenacity when competing against seasoned JROTC units. Coming into our second year consisting of both first and second year cadets. Although for some this is not the first rodeo, they still displayed themselves with the highest of caliber. The program is extremely proud of them and their hard work to date. Stay tuned for further advancement in the program and life by these extraordinary young people.
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC AT REGION 5 REGIONALS DRILL MEET
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC AT REGION 5 REGIONALS DRILL MEET
On February 4, 2023, the International Leadership of Texas Keller Saginaw (ILTexas KSHS) MCJROTC program, competed in Region 5 Regional Drill Meet at Marriott Dallas Allen Convention Center in Allen, Texas. The competition consisted of uniform inspections, regulation and exhibition drill teams, color guard teams in Armed and Unarmed Divisions. Being one of the top 16 schools ILTexas KSHS took third place in Armed Color Guard.
First and second year cadets competing at a high level of competitiveness as they display magnificent resolve, and perseverance to themselves and others. The long hard road towards top level competition is for seen in the future as these Cadets are accepting the challenge and exceeding all expectations.
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC BATTALION FIELD MEET
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC BATTALION FIELD MEET
On February 11, 2023, International Leadership of Texas Keller Saginaw High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps hosted their Second Annual Battalion Field Meet. Countless competitions and events including sprints, tire flips, tug of war, pull-ups, push-ups, and a cadence run between platoons in the unit to declare the top athletic platoon. Allowing the cadets to exhibit their 14 leadership trait abilities; showed how they can work together as a team, display leadership in the program and support their fellow cadets.
Cadets can improve themselves and the program at every meet and competition held. Our campus had all the amenities we could need, including food and refreshments. As a result of the food and refreshment sales, all proceeds go back into the program, so we can continue to host competitions like this.
Nothing was better than seeing the cadets pumped up on the sidelines, cheering each team on. I've only seen people cheering on their teams at most competitions I've attended. I loved seeing the cadets holding each other's hands when falling behind and about to give up. Building camaraderie amongst our cadets and families reinforces knowing yourself and seeking self-improvement. That is what this program is about, helping each other grow and change for the better.
Thank you to all who came out and supported us! Also, thank all the 8th graders from the International Leadership of Texas Keller K8 who came out and helped. Also, congratulations to the 6th Platoon for first place, 2nd Platoon for second place, and 9th Platoon for third place can't wait for the next one!! Reported by Cadet Private Maya Blanco, Public Affairs KSHS MCJROTC
No-video-title-fdown.mp4.mp4ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC EAGLE TALON CHALLENGE
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC EAGLE TALON CHALLENGE
The Talon challenge was hosted by the Keller, Saginaw High School MCJROTC program. Our cadets running it put a lot of time and effort into ensuring the events ran smoothly and efficiently. The events that took place this Saturday were pull-ups, push-ups, curl-ups, tire flips, vertical jump, fireman carry, tug-a-war, relay race, and finally, sprint-drag-carry. These events challenged the competing cadets to their mental and physical limits. The cadets brought forth the best of their abilities to represent their school, showing their teamwork and dedication.
The schools that came to compete showed great respect and gratitude towards everybody who came out to support each other. All the cadets had a fantastic time. Throughout the events, they were all laughing, joking, and having a wonderful time. Each of the school's cadets came together to hype up the competitors, pushing themselves to the absolute limit to bring out their best. Of the thirteen schools that came out to compete, only one came home with a 1st place trophy. Bringing them great pride and confidence in their JROTC program. The school that won overall was the only "Arlington Grand Prairie High School !". Although Arlington took first place, everybody showed a spectacular effort throughout the events.
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC CHALLENGES COWTOWN CLASSIC JROTC ANNUAL DRILL MEET
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC CHALLENGES COWTOWN CLASSIC JROTC ANNUAL DRILL MEET
The Cowtown Classic is held annually in the city of Fort Worth. This an exciting event that brings cadets from JROTC programs all around Texas. These programs compete in Drill, Marksmanship, Color Guard, Academics, and Athletics. It’s a competition that challenges our skills, teamwork, and determination. All of these events pushed our cadets to their physical and mental limits.
Participating in the Cowtown Classic is not just about winning trophies, but pushing ourselves to our limits and bettering ourselves. The Marksmanship, and Academic events tested our mental endurance. The Drill and Color Guard events tested our physical endurance. Through this experience, we learned the importance of discipline, communication, and camaraderie. The Cowtown Classic fostered a sense of pride within our program, as we represented our school and showcased the values we have from the MCJROTC program. It was an event that united us as a team and left us with memories that will last a lifetime.
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC TOOK THE LION CUB CHALLENGE
ILTEXAS KSHS MCJROTC TOOK THE LION CUB CHALLENGE
The Mckinney Lion Club Challenge was an athletic competition hosted by Mckinney High School. The cadets that showed up to compete had a positive and very respectful attitude towards the host and all of the other schools’ JROTC programs that showed up and participated in this weekend event. The cadets participated in multiple running events, pull ups, push ups, tug-o-war, and academics. These events challenged and tested their mental and physical capabilities and highlighted our team spirit as we encouraged each other.
Thank you to all our supporters for coming out and supporting our competitors. Also thank you to our competitors for putting their best effort into this Lion Cub challenge. Thank you to McKinney High School for hosting the amazing event. Each of the events ran smoothly and efficiently. Everyone that went to this event gained knowledge, experience, leadership skills, and can apply these qualities to future events.
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