Service Learning is a key component of the Carver Vo-Tech Blue Knights JROTC Program. The program teaches Cadets to think outside of themselves and see how they can be a positive member of their community. Service Learning Projects are planned, developed, and led by Cadets. This hands on approach builds student leadership skills, event planning and preparation skills, and effective time management. At the end of each event, the Cadets conduct a formal project reflection and determine how to make future events more effective.
Cadets from the Blue Knights Battalion assist with the distribution of food products to people in need during monthly events at the St. Bartholomew Church / 40 West Assistance and Referral Center.
Cadets from the Blue Knights Battalion assist with the packaging of food products in preparation for distribution to area Distribution Points and food deserts within the state.
Cadets from the Blue Knights Battalion perform numerous Service Learning Projects in support of ongoing environmental activities in Maryland. Cadets pictured above, guided by Graduate Students with the Baltimore National Aquarium, conduct aquatic studies in the Chesapeake Bay.
Cadets from the Blue Knights Battalion conduct numerous Community Outreach / Service Learning projects with Military Veterans in the Baltimore Area. Above, Cadets assist an Army Vietnam Veteran from the Lock Raven Veterans Center during a Christmas Holiday event.
Cadets from the Blue Knights Battalion conduct four parades as part of Community Outreach events throughout the year. Parades are visible representation of the program in the community and allow the Cadets to demonstrate their proficiency and unit pride.
Cadets from the Blue Knights Battalion Color Guard team conduct frequent color guard events at the high school, community, and special event levels. Above, the Blue Knights Color Guard performs an event at the Stratford University Graduation Ceremony.