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Truman High School started a Junior ROTC program in 2015. Since then the program has grown immensely. The students on this page contributed a large part to the success of this program. Their legacy serves as a reminder that individual cadets can make a large impact.

Benny Ochoa

Class of 2018

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Benny Ocha was the Battalion Commander during his senior year. First Sergeant Dougherty and records cite Ochoa as the first patriot Battalion Commander. It can be inferred that the 2017/2018 school year was the first time the Truman JROTC program reached Battalion Size. Benny was a professional yet compassionate leader. He was a Track and Field athlete before Raiders began. After graduation, Ochoa joined the Army to pursue a medical degree. He now works as an X-ray Technician.

Logan Conrad

Class of 2018

Cadet Major Logan Conrad was the Battalion Executive Officer during his senior year. Much like C/LTC Ochoa, he was the first Executive Officer once the Truman JROTC program reached Battalion Size. Upon Graduation, Conrad joined the Marines as a Military Police officer (5811). Despite his dutiful work in the Corps, Logan never forgot where he came from. While at home, he made a point to visit the Patriot Battalion and share wisdom from his time in the program and the Marines.

Adam Magee

Class of 2022

Cadet Command Sergeant Major Adam Magee was the Command Sergeant Major in the 2021/22 school year year. He was an Eagle Scout and the raider's commander. He was like a big brother to everyone. He was a stern leader yet his raiders claimed to always have fun with him. He was a patient teacher and a strong motivator. He was strong in general. His training drove the Raiders team to their first trophy at home. All Adam ever wanted to be was a cavalry scout. Every day when he went to work, he'd do push-ups in the backroom to prepare for army life. Straight out of High School, he enlisted as a 19 Delta. Since leaving Truman, Adam has graduated from Basic Training and AIT. He is currently stationed in Georgia.

Adam Preston

Class of 2023

Cadet Lieuteniant Colonel Adam Preston was the Battalion Commander in the 2022/23 school year. He is defined by his dedication to the battalion. His passion was his cadets and drill. In drill, Adam was an unwavering commander. He pushed his cadets to perfection. He spent a lot of time becoming a drill master. During his time, he pushed to create an exhibition team as well as training individual cadets for solo exhibitions. Alas, time was not on his side for that goal. His fellow cadets pass down the knowledge Adam shared in the hope that one day there will be a Truman exhibition team. Because of Adam's work, the drill team have become winners.

Zoa-Ann Banks

Class of 2024

Cadet Major Zoa-Ann Elizabeth Banks was the S-3 in the 2023/24 school year. To all cadets, she was known as "Mama Zoa-Ann". No one cared more about the cadets than her. If they had uniform problems or needed something sorted out she would be there for them despite her many responsibilities. Along with being a caring friend, she was a star student, earning herself nearly every available ribbon, five medals, and two scholarships! She even became the first-ever JROTC Scholar in the history of Truman High School.

Michael Cary

Class of 2024

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Michael Tyler Cary was the Battalion Commander in the 2023/24 school year. That school year was pivotal to the JROTC program and that was mostly in part to the battalion and raider commander. The extracurriculars thrived under Michael's leadership, bringing home a total of 4 trophies across drill and raiders. More events became available due to his outreaches as well. One of the most notable was the Veterans Day parade which was the first ever in the city of Independence. Truman High School would regularly perform color guards at Kansas City Comets indoor soccer games. Michael was always thinking ahead for the betterment of the program. He promoted many ideas to the school board, including an obstacle course for the raiders that was approved at the end of his JROTC journey. He will continue leading in the United States Army as an 11 Bravo Infantryman.

Jonathan Franco

Class of 2024

Cadet Major Jonathan Victor Franco was the Battalion Executive Officer in the 2023/24 school year. Franco had been in JROTC for all four years and shaped the drill team greatly. He instilled discipline in every cadet in his platoon. His sophomore year, he was picked by 1st Sergeant to be the armed regulation drill commander for the rest of his time at Truman. In drill competition color guard, he invented the Franco flip that won the hearts of Leavenworth. He was the first ever commander for the sabre team and the reason why it was introduced for our flag retirement ceremonies. He will be continuing in the United States Marine Corps as an Heavy Equipment Operator.

elle cavanaugh

Class of 2025

Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Elle Nadine Cavanaugh was the Battalion Commander in the 2025/25 school year. Elle was in JROTC for all four years. She was the first female Battalion commander. Elle was also the first female Raider Commander. Whenever a cadet fell down or made a mistake, she was always there to pick them back up and offer a word of encouragement. She made sure all of her cadets felt included. She taught her cadets to push through everything, even when it's hard to do. She will be continuing on in life at MCC for two years on an A+ scholarship and will enlist in the Missouri National Guard.

trinity green

Class of 2025

Cadet Major Trinity Marie Rose Green was the Executive Officer in the 2024/25 school year. Trinity had been in JROTC for three years. Trinity assisted in the creation of the Patriot Press. She took photos for our Drill and Raiders team when she wasn't competing or helping in some other way. Trinity was the co-female color guard commander. She was one of the Sabre team commanders. Trinity will be serving in the Army.

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