Founded in 1973, Auburndale H.S. NJROTC is one of the longest running and best NJROTC units in the nation. The unit’s teams include drill team, color guard, orienteering team, academic team, athletic team and rifle team. In 2005, 2006, 2008, and 2011 the Rifle team competed at the Navy JROTC Rifle Nationals. The unit as a whole participates in many community service events including the Adopt-a-Highway program, Relay-for-Life, reserved seating at football games, color guard events and providing teacher help at the beginning and end of the school year. The core values of the NJROTC program of honor, courage, and commitment are exemplified at Auburndale H.S. NJROTC.
NJROTC FACTS
Fact 1
NJROTC stands for Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
Fact 2
NJROTC is a jointly sponsored Navy and secondary school citizenship and leadership program for students in grades 9 through 12
Fact 3
NJROTC is an education program. Cadets are under no Navy obligation.
Fact 4
NJROTC is open to all who meet the physical standards of the NJROTC program.
Fact 5
NJROTC teaches self-discipline, self-confidence and leadership skills to help you successfully meet life’s challenges.
Fact 6
NJROTC can be a big assist for students enlisting in the service or seeking nominations to the Naval Academy, or interested in qualifying for an NROTC college scholarship.
Fact 7
NJROTC cadets are provided with uniforms, books, training aids and other types of equipment paid for by the Navy.
Fact 8
NJROTC encourages the formation of drill teams, group athletics, marksmanship teams and other types of extra curricular activities.
Fact 9
NJROTC cadets take part in ship training cruises, orientation visits, and field trips to various naval activities to enhance their classroom studies.
Fact 10
The NJROTC program is taught by retired officers and enlisted personnel.