Leadership

Lieutenant Nathan Bourdeau USCG (Ret) served 6 years on active-duty and has 10 years of NJROTC teaching experience. First Sergeant David Leach USMC (Ret) served 21 years on active-duty and has 12 years of JROTC teaching experience. 

The NJROTC Cadet Staff members are selected every year based on their demonstrated leadership skills and abilities. Staff assignments are based on personal performance, course grades, participation in unit events. Staff members are required to have a positive attitude toward the program and an eagerness to work hard and be part of a team.  

2025-2026 East Hall NJROTC Cadet Staff Members

• Commanding Officer: Cadet Ensign Olivia Bekazua 

• Executive Officer:  

• Command Master Chief: Cadet Seaman Yadan Steinmeier

• Administrative Officer: Cadet Seaman Recruit Zamirah Lewis

• Operations Officer: Cadet Seaman Lewis Hudson  

• Supply Logistics Officer: Cadet Seaman Recruit Danna Guerrero

• Public Affairs' Officer:  

• Color Guard Commander: 

• Rifle Team Commander: