March is shaping up to be one of the busiest and most exciting months of the year for our cadets. After months of preparation, early mornings, long practices, and unwavering dedication, several of our NJROTC teams are heading into major competitions at the regional and national levels.

On March 7, our Brain Brawl team will compete at the Area 10 Regional Championship at Middleburg High School. Their countless hours of studying, teamwork, and academic preparation have led them to this important event.

From March 13–15, our Orienteering Team will travel to Gainesville to compete at the Orienteering Nationals. Their physical endurance, navigation skills, and mental toughness have been tested all season, and they are ready to take on the challenge.

Finally, from March 27–28, our Drill Team will represent Area 10 at the Navy JROTC National Championship at Naval Air Station Pensacola. Competing on a national stage is a tremendous honor, and their precision, pride, and perseverance have brought them to this moment.

Each of these teams has put in months of hard work to earn their spot in these prestigious competitions. Their commitment reflects not only their individual dedication but also the strength and spirit of our entire NJROTC program.

We wish all of our cadets the very best of luck as they compete. No matter the outcome, you have already made us proud. Represent with confidence, integrity, and Panther pride. We are cheering you on every step of the way!

Congratulations to our new Battalion Top Staff! We are proud to announce C/CDR Emma Newman as our new Battalion Commanding Officer (CO). Cadet Newman has been serving as our Battalion Executive Officer (XO), and we are confident she will lead the battalion successfully through the remainder of the school year.

Stepping into the role of Battalion Executive Officer (XO) is C/LCDR Annie Heiry. Cadet Heiry’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to the unit will be a tremendous asset to our top staff and the entire battalion.

Please join us in congratulating these outstanding cadets as they take on their new leadership roles! 

Volunteers are still needed to assist with parking operations, helping direct and manage vehicle flow during the event. We have several parent volunteer opportunities available.

All volunteers receive entry into THE PLAYERS Championship on the day they serve. A great opportunity to support a world-class sporting event while enjoying the tournament.

📅 Event Dates: March 10–15, 2026
🚗 Volunteer Role: Parking Assistance
⏰ Shifts: Various times available
🎟 Perk: Event entry included

Please visit the volunteer sign-up link to view available shifts and register. There are also still spots open for cadet volunteers and they should sign up through the cadet website.

Thank you for supporting Nease NJROTC and helping make this incredible event possible!

This year’s NJROTC cadet photos are now available to view and purchase online!

If your cadet provided a parent email address on photo day, you should have already received a message with your student’s unique access code. However, we know that some email addresses may have been missed, entered incorrectly, or filtered to spam.

To make sure everyone has the opportunity to view their cadet’s photos, please use the direct gallery link below:

View Photos Here

If you did not receive a Unique Code, you can contact the photographer, Ken Biggs of Superior Images, directly via email at ken2mysuperiorimages.com. Please be sure to include:

• School Name

• Student’s Full Name

Please note: The gallery will expire soon, so we encourage families to log in and view photos as soon as possible.

One of our most meaningful NJROTC traditions is just around the corner, the Right-Hand Man Breakfast.

This special, invite-only event is a long-standing unit tradition where our NS-Ups recognize younger cadets who have demonstrated outstanding performance, commitment, leadership, a positive attitude, and who truly exemplify what it means to be a Nease Cadet.

Each invited cadet is selected by their peers, making this recognition even more meaningful. Honorees will enjoy breakfast together while being celebrated for their hard work and dedication throughout the year.

To make this event a success, we need your help!

We are currently seeking donations of breakfast items as well as volunteers willing to donate their time to help serve. If you are able to contribute, please sign up using the link below:

Sign up to donate or volunteer HERE!

Thank you for your continued support of our cadets and for helping us celebrate their leadership and excellence!

The Nease NJROTC CPO Board is already planning for an incredible 2026–27 school year, and we’re looking for dedicated parents who want to get involved and make a difference!

We have several open board positions, along with team parent and event chair opportunities. Whether you’re interested in serving for the full school year or simply helping with a single event, there’s a role that fits your schedule and talents.

Join us on April 7th at 6:00 PM at Panera Bread in Nocatee to learn more about how you can support our cadets and be part of an amazing team. This is a great opportunity to meet current board members, ask questions, and see how you can contribute to another successful year.

We hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Kim Gourd at vp@neasenjrotc.com.

Mark your calendars for the 4th Annual Nease NJROTC Car Show on Saturday, April 25! This is always a fun community event and a great way to support our cadets.

All event details can be found on our website. Please feel free to share the event with friends and family who may be interested in entering their vehicle. Check it out HERE.

We will also need parent volunteers to help make this event a success. If you are able, please consider donating your time and talents to support the cadets and the program. Your help truly makes a difference! I want to volunteer!

It was an incredible evening honoring the future of our nation at Congressman John Rutherford’s Service Academy Nomination Ceremony, held at Allen D. Nease High School on February 17. During this prestigious event, five Nease NJROTC cadets were recognized for earning congressional nominations to U.S. Service Academies. A remarkable accomplishment that reflects their dedication, leadership, and commitment to service.

Congratulations to:

• Cadet Cameron Collins

• Cadet Annie Heiry

• Cadet Tyler Labardee

• Cadet Emma Newman

• Cadet Mitchell Spore

Earning a congressional nomination is no small feat. It represents academic excellence, strong character, leadership within the community, and a demonstrated desire to serve something greater than oneself. We are incredibly proud to see these cadets represent Nease NJROTC and our community at such a prestigious level.

Adding to this exciting news, we are proud to announce that Cadet Heiry has received an official appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Congratulations to each of these outstanding young leaders!

Save the date for our Military Signing Day on April 15.

On February 26 and 27, our NJROTC unit proudly hosted the Spring Promotions & Awards Ceremony at Nease High School. Over the course of two special days, friends and family gathered to watch each company put their very best on display.

The ceremony highlighted the dedication, discipline, leadership, and growth that our cadets have demonstrated throughout the semester. From sharp uniforms and confident drill movements to the proud moment of receiving new ranks and awards, the event was a powerful reflection of the high standards our unit continues to uphold.

A special congratulations goes out to our top quarterly award recipients:

⭐ Cadet Carl Herrman – NS1 of the Quarter
⭐ Cadet Liam Christie – Cadet of the Quarter

These honors are well earned and well deserved. Their leadership, commitment, and example set the tone for those around them.

We are incredibly proud of every cadet who earned a promotion, received recognition, and continues to strive for excellence. 

Save the date for Awards Night on April 23!

Our NJROTC Drill Team delivered an outstanding performance at the Area 10 Regional Championship on February 7, earning the title of Area 10 Regional Champions and securing their place at Navy Nationals!

The team captured 1st Place Overall Area 10 Champions, demonstrating excellence across academics, athletics, inspection, and drill events. Their discipline, preparation, and teamwork were evident in every phase of competition.

Team Results Highlights:

• 1st Place – Overall Meet Champion

• 1st Place – Academics

• 1st Place – Personnel Inspection

• 1st Place – 16x100 Relay

• 2nd Place – Drill Overall

• 2nd Place – Armed Basic

• 2nd Place – Armed Exhibition

• 2nd Place – Unarmed Basic

• 2nd Place – Color Guard

• 2nd Place – Team Push-Ups

• 2nd Place – Team Curl-Ups

• 2nd Place – Athletics Overall

• 3rd Place – Unarmed Exhibition

In addition to the team’s overall victory, several cadets earned impressive individual honors:

Individual Results:

Academics

• Cadet Collins – 1st Place

• Cadet Cole-Frank – 2nd Place

• Cadet Roberts – 3rd Place

• Cadet Ebbay – 5th Place (tie)

• Cadet Scaggs – 5th Place (tie)

Female Curl-Ups

• Cadet Jovel – 1st Place

• Cadet Hendricks – 2nd Place

• Cadet Lewis – 4th Place

Male Events

• Cadet Herrman – 5th Place (Curl-Ups)

• Cadet Hajzus – 5th Place (Push-Ups)

We are incredibly proud of this team and look forward to watching them represent Area 10 on the national stage at Navy Nationals later this month. Congratulations to our Regional Champions!

Thank you to all the parents, friends, and cadets who came out to support our Spirit Night at The Loop! Your continued support means so much to our unit. It’s always wonderful to see everyone come together, enjoy great food, strengthen our community, and support our cadets. We truly appreciate you being part of our NJROTC family!

The Nease NJROTC Yearbook is a great way to commemorate the year and celebrate the memories made throughout the program. This yearbook is specific to our NJROTC unit and is separate from the regular school yearbook.

We are grateful to Megan Johns for taking on the task of assembling this year’s yearbook. To help make this edition the best possible, we are asking for your support in gathering photos. If you have photos from any NJROTC events or activities this year, please follow the link below to upload and share them. Your contributions will help capture the experiences and achievements of our cadets.

Service

Cadet Social Events

Parents

Veteran's Day

Air Rifle

Brain Brawl

CyberPatriot

Drill

Drone

Orienteering

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!