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Union Pines NJROTC cadets brief Moore County School Board on awards, teams and leadership program
Summary
Cadets and instructors from Union Pines High School’s Navy Junior ROTC presented awards and an overview of teams, community service and leadership development; board members praised the program and suggested using its techniques districtwide.
Union Pines High School’s Navy Junior ROTC unit presented to the Moore County Board of Education May 5, showcasing program teams, awards and curriculum and describing the ways the program develops leadership, discipline and community service among cadets.
Lieutenant Commander Timothy Wynne, senior naval science instructor, said the unit traces back to 2001 and emphasized values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility and achievement. Lieutenant Commander Wynne said the program is not designed to recruit students into the military; instead, he said, it “is about cultivating informed, responsible, and engaged citizens who contribute meaningfully to their communities.”
Cadets described teams and accomplishments: the color guard that performs across the state; drill and marksmanship teams that have placed in regional competitions; STEM teams including SeaPerch, CyberPatriot and drone teams; an orienteering team; and community‑service efforts such as food drives and flag placements on veterans’ graves. Cadet leaders also described leadership academies, week‑long field trips to military installations or colleges, and a “dining in” tradition that builds camaraderie.
Board members thanked the unit and suggested district leaders study program techniques for broader use. Several board members praised the unit’s focus on discipline, leadership and community service, and noted that many cadets are receiving ROTC scholarships, academy appointments or enlistment opportunities.
Why it matters: Board members said the program develops skills that support district goals and suggested examining program practices for possible districtwide application.
