On October 30th, twelve cadets attended the National Security Symposium at Quincy High School as part of the Adams Speaker Series hosted by the Adams Presidential Center. Four cadets presented the colors while Cadet Major Ethan Liu led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. The event featured distinguished guests, including General Joseph F. Dunford, the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Massachusetts Congressman Stephen F. Lynch. Throughout the event, cadets greeted guests upon arrival and distributed notecards for attendees to write questions for the speakers. They later collected these notecards and handed them to the event moderator to assist in facilitating the Q&A session. During the first half of the symposium, cadets listened attentively to discussions on leadership, global security, and the responsibilities of national service. This experience left a lasting impact on the cadets, inspiring them to reflect on the importance of service, discipline, and civic engagement in their own futures.
On October 24, 2025, at five PM, a total of thirty-two cadets participated in helping Parker Elementary School's annual trunk or treat. Out of the thirty-two cadets, six were selected to oversee the mini-games in the center of the park. The rest of the cadets were split into pairs. They were responsible for assisting the parents with the trunks. The cadets passed out candy from the trunks and were in charge of the mini-games. Additionally, two cadets were responsible for ensuring there was enough candy at every trunk. If any trunks were low on candy, the two cadets would grab a bag of candy supplied by the school and refill them. At the end of the event, all the cadets helped with cleaning up the trunks, mini-games, and trash.
On October 10th, 2025, twelve cadets in service dress attended the Sailor’s Statue Ceremony, held for the City of Quincy’s celebration of the Navy’s 250th birthday. Throughout the event, cadets fulfilled various responsibilities. Some cadets warmly greeted guests and distinguished dignitaries as they arrived, while others distributed informational flyers and guided attendees to their assigned seats. Once all attendees were seated, the cadets stood at parade rest, demonstrating professionalism, discipline, and respect for our sister service as the ceremony unfolded. At the conclusion of the event, cadets were visited by State Representative Bruce Ayers and Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch and treated to a meal, recognizing their dedication and service throughout the day.
The iCanBike Summer Camp, hosted by the city of Quincy, provides a supportive environment for people with disabilities to learn and enjoy recreational biking. Lasting from August 18-25, AFJROTC cadets attended two daily sessions, each lasting 75 minutes, to offer guidance and encouragement to the striving bikers. To ensure safety, each biker was assigned 2-3 cadets, as they progressively improved in both skill and confidence throughout the week. By the end of the event, cadets held the honor of presenting certificates of completion to all participants, marking the end of the iCanBike program on a gratifying note.
On a trip to Washington, D.C. from June 20-24, JLAB Team I performed spectacularly in the JLAB National Championship, advancing through the quarterfinals and successfully reaching the semifinals. After months of studying numerous subjects and materials, the cadets competed against other schools in trivia, winning 5 out of the 7 playoff rounds on the first day. Despite being eliminated during the semifinals, the team placed 3rd out of over 500 Air Force teams nationwide and spent the remaining time exploring the nation’s capital. The trophy brought back to the school highlights their academic excellence, teamwork, and dedication in the unit.
On the evening of September 15, cadets of all years convened in the atrium to prepare for Back to School Night, an event dedicated to informing parents about their children’s school environment and education. Wearing with pride the full AFJROTC uniform for the corps, the assigned cadets, stationed at the front and back entrances of the school, greeted all incoming families warmly. The parents explored their children's classrooms and briefed themselves on this year’s coursework, as cadets continued to maintain a welcoming atmosphere. Divided into groups of four, each group took charge of a designated floor, providing directions and answering any questions from guardians. Through their presence, the cadets ensured the event ran smoothly for the rest of the night.
During this year’s September Leadership School, held from September 24-28 at Camp Edwards on Joint Base Cape Cod, cadets developed their skills of leadership, discipline, and practicality. Upon arrival, cadets participated in a variety of activities, including tests on various skill sets, within multiple unified flights. These activities included model firearms, Land Navigation, simulation exercises, rigorous uniform and room inspections, knowledge and proficiency examinations, and a challenging obstacle course where flights demonstrated their extent of teamwork. Under the management of Top 5, Sarge, and Chief, the annual Encampment successfully pushed cadets to their limits within a structured environment, with many earning distinctions for their aptitude and growth. Though the five-day trip ended in haste, the cadets returned home with a new bond amongst their flights and a shared sense of camaraderie.