Gator Tales“Logic will get you from A to Z,

imagination will get you everywhere.”-Albert Einstein

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Recent Accomplishments Upcoming Events Cadet of the Month and

Leader of the Month Community Service Color/ Honor Guards Special Teams Cadet Creed, Mission

Statement, and Key to Success

Recent Accomplishment

s Tate Dunlap and James Ragle helped long-time

custodian Mrs. Bessie with yard work Monday, January 20th. Thank you two for taking the time to help!

The senior trip was January 17th-18th. One of our seniors, Jonathan Roller, said his favorite thing was “going through the World War II museum, which had amazing technology to lead you through a story where you collect artifacts, digitally, and clips from different points in the war.” Cadets also visited the New Orleans zoo and ate Cajun cuisine. It sounds like they all had an amazing time in New Orleans!

Tuesday, February 4th, 32 cadets had the opportunity to go to Duke Field Air Force Base and fly with them in a C-145. Everyone had a lot of fun and it was a

very cool experience. For nine cadets this was their first ever experience flying!

The Drill Team competed in their first competition, hosted at Baker, on January 25th. The Baker male team got first place and Baker female team got second place. Thanks to the cadets that volunteered and another special thanks to the judges from the 7th

Special Forces Group. The orienteering team competed in their competition

on February 1st. Thank you to UWF ROTC cadet and former Baker JROTC cadet Isaac Kimbrell for helping out with the team!

There was a blood drive Tuesday, February 11th. Thank you to everyone who donated and to those who helped out!

Thank you to those who volunteered for the District and Regional Girl’s Weightlifting meet color guards.

Drill Competition February15th

Upcoming Events

Military Ball is scheduled to be March 28th, and it is time to RSVP so the committee can get an estimate on how many cadets are going and bringing dates. There are meetings every Thursday to discuss plans and ideas. As of right now the ticket prices are:o Cadet ticket: $20o Non-cadet ticket: $30

Ticket price includes a Military Ball glass which you will receive at the ball

March 4th, the JPA (JROTC Program assessment) inspectors will visit the school. This is a mandatory uniform day; it is very important that everyone looks their best!

The 3rd 9 Weeks ends March 12th. Spring Break begins Friday, March 13th and

ends Tuesday, March 23rd. Our Service Learning project will be the Flag

Retirement Ceremony held on April 1st. We are asking anyone and everyone to bring in old or damaged flags that should no longer be flown so they can be retired.

For the Continuous Improvement project we will be replacing our flag pole and gator statue in the court yard with three new flag poles, one for each of the American, State, and school flags. The gator statue will be relocated.

Cadet of the Month and

Leader of the Month

Cadet of the Month o September: Ashley Prineo October: Abigail Adamso November: Grace Kimbelo December: Mckenzie Nelsono January: Kalob Swansono February: Kelvin Lora

Leader of the Month

o September: Angel Eastmano October: Zachary Hendersono November: Gabe Mooreo December: Wynter Gollohero January: Grace McQueeno February: Caleb Straight

Congrats to all this year’s winners and good luck to the candidates!

Community Service

Each Nine-weeks LET 1’s need 5 hours and LET 2-4’s need 10 hours.

Southside has requested volunteers for their field day March 24th-26th. Sign up

behind Colonel’s door if you are interested.

BAYA needs concession stand workers. For more information contact them at 850-598-5461.

You can always check the internet in search for community service opportunities in your area!

Color/Honor Guards

Gum Creek Lodge Color Guards are coming up February 28th and 29th.o February 28th

Lead: Bouchard National: Golloher State: Kimble Battalion: Treadway Trail: McQueen

o February 29th

Lead: McQueen National: Bouchard State: Kimble Battalion: Treadway Trail: Golloher

Special Teams Drill Team

o Practices every Monday and Wednesday after school

Marksmanshipo Practices every Tuesday after school

Droneo Competition February 15th o Practices every Thursday after school

Good Luck to our teams!!

The Cadet CreedI am an Army Junior ROTC Cadet.

I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, country, school and the Corps of Cadets.

I am loyal and patriotic.I am the future of the United States of America.

I do not lie, cheat or steal and will always be accountable for my actions and deeds.

I will always practice good citizenship and patriotism.

I will work hard to improve my mind and strengthen my body.

I will seek the mantle of leadership and stand prepared to uphold the Constitution and the

American way of life.May God grant me the strength to always live by

this creed.

Mission StatementTo motivate young people to become better

citizens

Key to SuccessTeamwork