ROTC Kicks off the year with several events

 By Shaniyla Johnson, '16

The Sterling Navy Knights are back in action for the 2013-2014 school year. Now with over 90 students, the Navy Knights goal for the new school year is rebuilding.  So far, they are pursuing their goal. The unit participated in several events this so far year. On Tuesday, September 24 the unit had its first Annual Military Inspection (AMI) of the year. The company prepared for this nerve-wrecking event for almost two weeks. The AMI consists of two parts; the inspection and a pass in review ceremony.  During the school day, all of the cadets were inspected by the Area 4 Manager, Commander Joseph W. Hankins. During the pass in review ceremony the unit marched around the gym; showing off their well-coordinated uniforms. The Navy Knights were awarded with the unit achievement award.



The 2013 Sterling High ROTC program

 

 The unit had a busy October. On October 6, 2013 the Navy Knights helped tremendously with the Stratford Fall Festival. The company helped with set up and cleanup. Four of the cadets from the unit did color guard and the unit even got to man some of the rides. On October 12, the Navy Knights had their first drill meet at Cherokee High School. This drill meet was specifically for 1st and 2nd year cadets, so they could get used to the drill meet atmosphere. After a few demonstrations, the competition started. The company left with a first place trophy in unarmed drill. Last but not least, the Navy Knights helped with the Blood Drive at Sterling High on October 21. The unit helped the donors by keeping conversation with them while they gave blood. Also, the Navy Knights helped with set up, clean up, and giving out food to the donors after they donated their blood. This is just the start of the Navy Knights awesome year. Expect to hear more about this amazing group of students, The Sterling Navy Knights.