The Nease NJROTC Orienteering Team delivered an outstanding performance at the Area 10 Regional Orienteering Championship on December 6 at Gold Head State Park, earning the title of Area 10 Regional Champions. Our cadets showcased exceptional navigation skills, endurance, and teamwork, securing multiple first-place finishes and numerous top-10 placements across all courses.

Meet Overall: Area 10 Regional Champions

Team Overall Results

• Green Course: 1st Place – Nease 1, 5th Place – Nease 2

• Orange Course: 1st Place – Nease 1, 2nd Place – Nease 2

• Yellow Course: 1st Place – Nease 1, 2nd Place – Nease 2

Individual Race Champions

• Green Course (Male): 1st Place – Cadet Spore

• Green Course (Female): 1st Place – Cadet Newman

• Orange Course (Male): 1st Place – Cadet Norlander

• Yellow Course (Male): 1st Place – Cadet Smith, A.

Additional Top 10 Individual Placements

• Green Course (Male):
  2nd Place – Cadet Gourd
  4th Place – Cadet Spence

• Green Course (Female):
  3rd Place – Cadet Wagner

• Orange Course (Male):
  3rd Place – Cadet Lanoue
  5th Place – Cadet Byrd
  10th Place – Cadet Cummings

• Orange Course (Female):
  6th Place – Cadet Walker, H.

• Yellow Course (Male):
  2nd Place – Cadet Carsten
  8th Place – Cadet Walker, N.

• Yellow Course (Female):
  2nd Place – Cadet Smith, N.
  3rd Place – Cadet Ardon

We are incredibly proud of all our cadets for their hard work and determination. This dominant performance at Regionals has us excited and confident as the team looks ahead to Nationals. Outstanding job, Nease Orienteers!

Final scores have been released for the CyberPatriot State Round, which took place on December 14th, and we are proud of the hard work and dedication shown by all of our teams.

While the competition has concluded for Team A and Team B, both teams represented Nease NJROTC well in a highly competitive field. Team A finished 22nd in the Platinum Tier out of 71 teams, narrowly missing advancement, as only the top 18 teams move on. Team B earned a 29th place finish in the Platinum Tier, also competing against strong statewide teams.

We are excited to share that Team C placed 3rd in the Gold Tier out of 86 teams and will advance to the CyberPatriot Semifinals, which will be held on January 24th. Only 16 teams from this tier advanced, making this an outstanding accomplishment for our cadets.

A special thank you goes to Mr. Ken Curtis for his continued support and mentorship of our CyberPatriot teams. Even as his cadet prepares to graduate this year, Mr. Curtis has generously committed to continuing as a mentor and coach next season alongside Mr. Cox and Mr. Hajzus. We are grateful for these volunteers dedication and the positive impact he has on our cadets’ success.

Good Luck to Team C as they head to the CyberPatriot Semifinals!

Our Nease NJROTC Brain Brawl teams kicked off the season with a strong showing at Terry Parker High School. Competing against tough opponents, Nease A earned a 3rd place finish, Nease B placed 5th, and Nease C finished 7th.

Congratulations to all of our cadets for their hard work, teamwork, and academic excellence. This was a great start to the season, and we look forward to building on this momentum at the next Brain Brawl meet!

Congratulations to Caroline Castellon and Mary Angel Torres on their recent achievements! During our December holiday party, Caroline Castellon was named Cadet of the Quarter, and Mary Angel Torres was selected as NS1 of the Quarter.

These awards recognize the cadet and first-year cadet who demonstrated exemplary performance and consistently went above and beyond in their dedication and service to the unit. We are proud of Caroline and Mary Angel for their hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence.

Nease NJROTC cadets and their families are invited to join us for a fun-filled Topgolf Day on Monday, January 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Topgolf Jacksonville (10531 Brightman Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32246).

Tickets are $5 for cadets and $20 for family and friends. Each ticket includes two hours of golf, plus lunch and drinks. This is a great opportunity to enjoy time together, support our cadets, and have some fun on the range. Tickets must be purchased by January 12th. Purchase tickets HERE. We hope to see you there!

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!

Nease NJROTC proudly showcased excellence during our Annual Military Inspection (AMI) on Friday, December 5. Commander Shaw, our Area 10 Manager, conducted a comprehensive inspection of the battalion, reviewing supply, administration, and all the key components that keep our unit operating at a high level. We are proud to share that the unit earned outstanding marks in every inspection area.

The inspection day also featured a formal Pass in Review, impressive exhibition drill performances, and a pass of command, highlighting the professionalism, discipline, and pride of our cadets. Adding to the excitement, the Navy Band Southeast Region provided music and energy that made the ceremony especially memorable for cadets, families, and supporters.

A sincere thank you to our dedicated instructors, Commander Shaw, the Navy Band Southeast Region, our parent volunteers who helped cadets prepare, and our outstanding cadets for their hard work and commitment. This AMI was a testament to the strength of the Nease NJROTC program.

December was filled with festive moments and meaningful connections for our Nease NJROTC cadets and families. Throughout the month, we enjoyed several holiday events, including Bagel Grab and Go for cadets, Cookies and Cocoa, Vincenzo’s Spirit Night, and our Holiday Sweater Parent Social. It was wonderful to see cadets and parents come together to celebrate the season and build community.

These events are only possible because of the incredible generosity of our parent volunteers and families who donate their time, resources, and specific items needed for each event. Our unit truly runs on the support of YOU, and we are deeply thankful for the commitment and holiday cheer you help bring to our cadets.

Thanks to this generosity, we were also able to bless our instructors and their families with beautiful holiday gift baskets as a token of our appreciation. Our instructors go far beyond the classroom, dedicating countless hours before and after school, as well as weekends, to travel and support our many teams. Their families also make sacrifices to ensure our cadets have these opportunities. We are incredibly grateful for our instructors and truly appreciative of the overwhelming support shown by our NJROTC families this holiday season.

By now, everyone should have transitioned from Remind to ParentSquare for all communications. Please make sure you have made the move by following these steps:

1. Visit ParentSquare to access or create your account. VISIT HERE

2. Join the Nease NJROTC Battalion Group. JOIN HERE

3. Grant permissions for your cadet to receive messages and updates through ParentSquare. GRANT HERE

Thank you for making the switch and helping keep communication flowing from the unit to parents and cadets!