The cadets manage the entire corps. It allows the cadets to plan, organize, coordinate, direct, control, and make decisions. They will put into practice their communication, decision-making, personal interaction, managerial, and organizational skills and lead MA-771 to succeed in the proposed Unit Goals
2025-2026 MA-771 WING STAFF
WING COMMANDER
C/Colonel
Bernardo Cordeiro
-Wing Commander-
Armed Drill Team: Captain
Honor Guard
"Hello! I am Bernardo Cordeiro. As Wing Commander, I oversee the corps and ensure that standards of appearance, discipline, efficiency, training, and conduct are upheld. My responsibilities include advising the SASI/ASI on corps operations policies and procedures, while also supporting and ensuring the unit runs smoothly and maintains the high standards of MA-771, a distinguished Top Performer AFJROTC unit in New England. Within JROTC, I serve as the Armed Drill Team Captain and command both the Armed Regulation Team and the Color Guard. I am also an active member of the Honor Guard and a former Raiders Captain. Outside of AFJROTC, I serve as President of the Student Ambassador Program, participate in National Honor Society and Student Council, and co-host the Perspective Paradox Podcast. Additionally, I enjoy playing multiple musical instruments, including piano, guitar, and drums."
VICE WING COMMANDER
C/Lieutenant Colonel
Gabriella Santos
-Vice Wing Commander-
Honor Guard
"As Vice Wing Commander, I assist the Wing Commander in overseeing the corps and ensuring cadet staff perform their duties effectively. My responsibilities include coordinating activities, communicating with instructors and leadership, maintaining organization within the wing, managing staff meetings, and supporting the planning and execution of major events. Within JROTC, I serve as the Unarmed Drill Team Captain and am a former Raiders Captain. Outside of AFJROTC, I am a Student Ambassador, a member of the National Honor Society, and part of the Latin Lyceum. I also practice Jiu-Jitsu, focus on mental and physical wellness, and enjoy reading and writing. In addition, I work in a customer service role where I strengthen my communication and organizational skills. I also host a school podcast, dance ensemble member and am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)."
SENIOR ENLISTED ADVISOR
C/Chief Master Sergeant
Jonnathan Morocho
-Senior Enlisted Advisor-
Armed Drill Team
Flag Detail Commander
“Hello, my name is Jonathan Morocho, and I am the Senior Enlisted Advisor of MA-771. I am in charge of creating better programs for the JROTC unit and helping recruit cadets for the program. I am also the commander for flag detail, an activity within JROTC where cadets show up in the morning to present the flag, raise it, and honor it. I manage recruiting flag detail cadets and ensure proper uniform wear. Outside of the JROTC program, I am in a church group. I am also a videographer, and I record videos for events such as weddings, baptisms, and graduations.”
OPERATIONS GROUP
C/Lieutenant Colonel
Ahmad Yousef
-Operations Group Commander-
Armed Drill Team: Captain
Honor Guard
OPERATIONS GROUP COMMANDER
"The Operations Group is broken down into two main parts: Squadrons and Community Service. As the Operations Commander, I am primarily responsible for Corps management, Corps communication, as well as recruitment. I work closely with your Squadron Commanders to ensure the flight commanders are constantly informed, as well as with the Community Service Director to plan and organize community service events. Being part of the Top 5 also brings additional responsibilities, as there will be times when I will work directly with the Wing and Vice Commanders on matters that arise. Some of my hobbies are going to the gym, rifle spinning, cooking, and reading."
SQUADRON COMMANDERS
-Squadron 1 Commander-
AS-1 Flights & Flight Commanders
Unarmed Drill Team
Honor Guard
-Squadron 2 Commander-
Raiders
Honor Guard
-Squadron 3 Commander-
AS-3 Flight & Flight Commanders
Honor Guard
HONOR GUARD
C/Lieutenant Colonel
Geryanise Ortiz
-Honor Guard Commander-
Raiders: Captain
Honor Guard
HONOR GUARD COMMANDER
"Hi, I am Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Geryanise Ortiz, and I am the Honor Guard Commander for MA-771. In this role, I help lead and organize Honor Guard events, making sure we always strive for excellence in everything we do and represent our unit with pride and professionalism. I work closely with our instructors to ensure we present the best image of MA-771 at community events, ceremonies, and anywhere we are called to serve. I am also the Raiders Captain. Outside of AFJROTC, I enjoy reading, volunteering at Jesus Club, serving in the community, singing, writing, and just finding ways to give back and grow as a person."
SUPPORT GROUP
SUPPORT GROUP COMMANDER
"Hi everyone! As the Support Group Commander, my role is to oversee and manage the Support Group, which includes Personnel, Public Affairs, PT, Community Service, I.T., and Civil Engineering. I worked closely with my directors to make sure community service events are planned and run smoothly, PT plans are out weekly and PFT events are organized, cadets' records and ribbons are updated on our system, and many more. Within AFJROTC, I was the Flag Detail trainer and am a member of the Elite Honor Guard. Outside of ROTC, I am a member of Business Professionals of America, National Honor Society, and National Art Honor Society. In my free time, I enjoy reading, drawing, and spending time with my family."
C/Lieutenant Colonel
Phonethida Vongdara
-Support Group Commander-
Honor Guard
Flag Detail Officer in Charge
PUBLIC AFFAIRS & I.T.
-Director of Public Affairs & I.T.-
Unarmed Drill Team: Color Guard Commander
Honor Guard
-Assistant Director of Public Affairs & I.T.-
Honor Guard
-Public Affairs & I.T. Specialist-
Honor Guard
-Public Affairs & I.T. Specialist-
Honor Guard
HEALTH & WELLNESS
-Director of Health & Wellness-
Raiders: Captain
Honor Guard
-Health & Wellness-
Honor Guard
PERSONNEL
-Director of Personnel-
Honor Guard
-Assistant Director of Personnel-
Honor Guard
-Personnel Technician-
Raiders
-Personnel Technician-
COMMUNITY SERVICE
-Director of Community Service-
Honor Guard
JLAB
-Assistant Director of Community Service-
Honor Guard
-Community Service-
Honor Guard
-Community Service-
Honor Guard
CIVIL ENGINEERING
-Director of Civil Engineering-
Armed Drill Team
Honor Guard
LOGISTICS GROUP
LOGISTICS GROUP COMMANDER
"Hello everyone, I am the Logistics Commander for MA-771 for the 2025 - 2026 school year. My job is to work alongside my staff, directing them in managing all the uniforms for the unit. This involves issuing uniforms, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean and organized logistics room. Outside of JROTC, I am a Latin Lyceum student, NHS member, and Student Ambassador Secretary. I also play tennis and soccer for Lowell High’s teams."
C/Lieutenant Colonel
Deborah Goncalves
-Logistics Group Commander-
Unarmed Drill Team: Captain
Honor Guard
-Program Director of Uniforms-
Unarmed Drill Team
Honor Guard
-Squadron II Logistics Officer-
Raiders
Honor Guard
-Squadron III Logistics Officer -
-Staff Logistics Officer -