Our Drill Team delivered an outstanding performance at the Terry Parker Drill Meet on November 15, bringing home 1st Place Overall and showcasing the hard work, discipline, and determination they’ve been putting in since the start of the school year.

Competing against strong teams from across the area, our cadets rose to the challenge with numerous top-three finishes in both team and individual events. Their professionalism was on full display throughout the day, and we couldn’t be more proud.

Team Awards

• Overall Meet: 1st Place

• Drill Overall: 3rd Place

• Academics: 1st Place

• Athletics: 1st Place

• Personnel Inspection: 2nd Place

• Armed Basic: 3rd Place

• Armed Exhibition: 1st Place

• Unarmed Basic: 2nd Place

• Unarmed Exhibition: 3rd Place

• Color Guard: 1st Place

Individual Achievements

Academics

• Cadet Collins – 1st Place

• Cadet Ebbay – 3rd Place (tie)

• Cadet Jovel – 5th Place (tie)

• Cadet Pedreiro – 5th Place (tie)

• Cadet Willis – 5th Place (tie)

Female Curl-Ups

• Cadet Daniels – 1st Place

• Cadet Jovel – 2nd Place

• Cadet Lewis – 3rd Place

Male Curl-Ups

• Cadet Gourd – 1st Place (tie)

• Cadet Collins – 2nd Place

• Cadet Scaggs – 4th Place

Male Push-Ups

• Cadet Leal Rodrigues – 2nd Place

Female Push-Ups

• Cadet Pitches – 3rd Place (tie)

• Cadet Jovel – 4th Place (tie)

• Cadet Newman – 4th Place (tie)

This meet was a fantastic start to the season, and the results reflect the countless hours of practice and commitment from our cadets. Congratulations again to all who competed!

A big thank-you to Terry Parker High School for hosting a well-run and welcoming event. We look forward to carrying this momentum into the rest of our competitive season!

Nease NJROTC cadets proudly represented our program at the Veterans Day Parade in Palatka on November 11. Despite the chilly weather, our cadets performed exceptionally well, showcasing their discipline, teamwork, and respect for the veterans and community members who lined the route.

Cadets departed Nease early that morning and arrived in Palatka in time for the 10:00 a.m. parade start. The route began at 11th Avenue and concluded at Riverfront Park, where families and supporters cheered them on. Participation in this event served as a graded summative requirement for NS1 cadets, who also earned five hours of community service for their involvement, as well as a parade ribbon at fall promotions. 

Thank you to the parents who braved the cold to support our cadets. It was a great day of patriotism, professionalism, and pride for Nease NJROTC.

The results are in for our Cyber Patriot teams. Team A and Team B earned placement in the Platinum Tier, the highest and most competitive tier in the Cyber Patriot program. Team C earned a strong Gold Tier placement. All three teams competed in the NJROTC Category, measuring their performance against units nationwide.

Cyber Patriot determines tier placement by combining the scores from Round 1 and Round 2. Those cumulative scores determine whether a team places in Platinum, Gold, or Silver for the next round. After tier placement, the slate is wiped clean. All teams begin the next round with a fresh start within their assigned tier.

What the Tiers Mean

• Platinum Tier – Top 30% of teams in each category based on combined Round 1 and 2 scores. This is the highest tier and the only one eligible for the National Finals.
  Our two Platinum teams performed within this top 30% of all NJROTC teams.

• Gold Tier – Middle 40% of teams based on cumulative scores.
  Our Gold team scored within this middle 40%.

• Silver Tier – Bottom 30% of teams; ineligible for Nationals.

With two teams earning Platinum and one earning Gold, Nease NJROTC continues to excel in cybersecurity competition. Congratulations to our cadets on their impressive accomplishments!

Nease NJROTC cadets are invited to stop by the NJROTC room on December 10 between 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. for a special Bagel Grab-and-Go. This quick breakfast treat is a great way to start the morning, fuel up, and head into the day.

A heartfelt thank-you to the Mundell family for their generous contribution that made this event possible.

Join us for a fun and festive Parent Holiday Social at Really Good Beer Stop in Nocatee on December 16 from 6–9 p.m. Wear your best holiday sweater, enjoy great company, and mingle with fellow NJROTC parents. We’ll have raffles, prizes, and plenty of holiday cheer!

Please RSVP so we can ensure space for everyone. We hope to see you there!

To spread some holiday cheer, Nease NJROTC will host a Cookies & Cocoa for all cadets on December 17. This festive treat will take place during each cadet’s class period, or “in company,” giving every cadet a chance to enjoy a warm cup of cocoa and a sweet snack before winter break.

We’re looking for parent volunteers to help serve throughout the day, as well as donations of cookies and cocoa supplies to make the event a success. Your support helps us create a fun and memorable celebration for our cadets!

Sign up to volunteer or donate HERE! Thank you for helping us make the season special!

Nease NJROTC is once again participating in the Chip in for Charity program through THE PLAYERS Championship, giving families and supporters an easy way to help our unit while enjoying one of golf’s premier events.

When you purchase tickets to THE PLAYERS Championship using our promo code 418UDU, Nease NJROTC receives $40 for every ticket sold. It’s a great way to support our cadets while experiencing an exciting week at TPC Sawgrass.

How to Purchase Tickets:

• Visit THEPLAYERS.com/tickets

• Click “Buy Tickets” in the center of the page

• Select your preferred date(s) — Chip in for Charity pricing is available Thursday–Sunday only

• Click the “unlock” button next to the ticket options

• Enter promo code 418UDU

• Complete your purchase (limit 6 tickets per account, per day)

*2026 Chip in for Charity Ticket Prices:

• Thursday, March 12 – $95

• Friday, March 13 – $105

• Saturday, March 14 – $110

• Sunday, March 15 – $100
  *Plus taxes and fees

Every ticket purchased with our code directly benefits Nease NJROTC. Thank you for supporting our program and our cadets!

A huge thank you to Evolution Signs and Print for their amazing work. Our new Nease NJROTC trailer is officially logo-ready! 

The Boosters Club purchased this larger trailer last school year and funded the logo this year. Upgrades like this are possible thanks to the incredible support of our families and community sponsors. We appreciate you!