ENLISTED:

Military and Public Service

Military & Public Service Resources

Recruiters from the various branches of the military periodically visit WGHS during lunches.  If you are interested in learning more about any of the branches, please feel free to visit with them during your lunch time! 

Military Recruiters that are interested in visiting WGHS, can schedule a visit through our G-O School Counselor, Ms. Desjarlais at samantha.desjarlais@walton.k12.ga.us

Enlisted

Pros

Personal Development

Education Opportunities 

Financial Stability

Health and Wellness

CONS

Deployment and Physical Demands

Limited Personal Freedom

Limited Education Opportunities

Limited Job Control

Advisement Lesson on Pros and Cons of Enrolled, Enlisted and Employed - click on this link to learn more about the pros and cons of becoming Enlisted after high school.

Army ROTC Scholarship

Are you a HS senior who wants to serve our nation as second lieutenants (officers) in the U.S. Army. Scholarships pay for room and board (up to $12,000 per year) or tuition and fees.  It also pays a $420/month stipend and a $1,200/year book allowance. Click here for eligibility criteria, benefits, and how to apply. In addition, Georgia resident ROTC scholarship recipients receive grants of up to $2,000 per semester. These benefits combine for about $15,570/year to $19,500/year.

SERVICE ACADEMIES APPLICATION GUIDE

Please see the informative tri-fold pamphlet that may helpful to those who are thinking about applying.  Included in the pamphlet are key timelines (specifically for Juniors & Seniors), a nomination checklist, and other details