JROTC / Komet Battalion Blog

UPDATED JCLC INFORMATION!

Posted by COL Swann at 6/16/2013

Here is some UPDATED information for JCLC, SAT 22 JUNE - THU 27 JUNE.

Please report to Kearny High School at 06:00am on Saturday, June 22nd.

Click HERE for a Power Point Presentation about the Camp with packing info.

Click HERE to see which Company you will be in.

Click HERE to see the Daily Training Schedule.

Please email me at tswann@sandi.net with any further questions. I will see you Saturday morning at Kearny!

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Kearny JROTC Awards Assembly

Posted by COL Swann at 5/14/2013
Today we conducted our annual awards assembly to recognize cadets with awards earned throughout the year and from several organizations that support us. In addition to parents of our cadets we were pleased to have the following distingushed organizations to present awards:
- The Daedalion Society.
- Miramar Chapter of MOAA.
- Post 731 of the American Legion.
- Kearny Alumni Association.
The Distinguished Cadet Award for Scholastic Excellence and the Anthony Montesanto Academic Excellence Trophy for the Top Academic Cadet presented by Tony's grandmother was awarded to c/MAJ Hung Nguyen. Tony's family also presented c/MAJ Nguyen a $500 scholarship which he will use when he attends the University of California at Santa Cruz this fall.
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The Military Officers Association of America JROTC Medal to recognize an outstanding JROTC 3rd year cadet presented by LTC David Yorck, USMC Retired was awared to c/CSM Jose Valles. MOAA also made a generous donation of $400 to our JROTC program. Thank you so much!
The Daedalion JROTC Achievement Award for demonstrated patriotism, love of country, and service to our nation medal presented c/CPT Danielle Uson.

The American Legion Outstanding Leadership Medal was presented by Post 731 Commander Chuck Comarato to c/SGT Anthony Perez.

The Boy's State Medals and recipients of full ride scholarships to attend the 2013 California Boy's State Program in Sacramento, CA this summer were also presented by the Post Commander to C/2LT Michael Pechacek and c/CSM Jose Valles.
The Sons of the Confederate Veterans - H.L. Hunley Award presented by SFC Poynter was awarded to c/SGT Kassandra Gomez.

The Military Retirees Association 2012 Robert J. Jock Memorial Leadership, Education, Attitude, and Patriotism Awared presented by c/LTC Morse was awarded to c/PFC Martha Valles.

The Military Order of the Purple Heart - National Leadership Award presented by Principal Derek Morris was awarded to c/SGT Sarah Tran.

The Military Family Support Trust - JROTC Oustanding Achievement Award for Outstanding Achievement in Demonstraiting Soldierly Bearing, Good Fellowship and Leadership Potential presented by SFC Poynter was awarded to:
Freshman: c/SGT Anthony Perez
Sophomore: c/SGT Kassandra Gomez
Junior: c/PFC Geornst Pamelar
Senior: c/LTC Alexandra Morse

The Military Order of the Foreign Wars of the United States Bronze Leadership Medal presented by c/LTC Morse was awarded to c/CPT Carlos Pulido and the Silver Academic Medal to c/PFC Monique Balderas.

The Celebrate Freedom Foundation - JROTC Award for Excellence in Academics Ribbon presented by c/LTC Morse was awared to c/PFC Savanah Edwards.

In addition to winning the State NASP Archery Tournament again this year, the three top Archers in the State of California for both male and female categories during this years National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Tournament were from Kearny High School JROTC. The top female archer is c/SSG Dylana Hickman and the top male archer is c/PFC Robert White. They were both presented a certificate, a Gold Medal and a brand new Genisis Compound Bow from SFC Poynter representing the California Department of Fish and Game. In the female category c/LTC Morse received the State Silver Medal and c/CPL Leticia Garcia the Bronze. In the male category c/SSG Anthony Perez received the State Silver Medal and c/SFC Michael Patrick received the Bronze.

The following cadets were awarded the Kearny Army JROTC Varsity Letter:
c/CPT Richard Cornwall
c/1LT Billy Do
c/SFC Michael Patrick
c/CPT Danielle Uson
c/CSM Jose Valles

The Kearny Alumni Association genrously donated certificates for two of our cadets to receive a Letterman Jacket to proudly display their Kearny JROTC Varsity Letters! The two cadets receiving the Letterman Jacket Certificates were c/CPT Pavolvich Naranjo and c/CPT Danielle Uson.
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Kearny JROTC Flight Simulator and Aviation Program

Posted by COL Swann at 5/8/2013

Some photos of cadets at the flight simulation stations. Enjoy!

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Joint Brigade JCLC 22-27 June 2013 - Apply NOW!

Posted by COL Swann at 5/1/2013

If you are interestded in applying to attend the 2013 Joint Brigade JCLC, 22-27 June 2013 you need to fill out the application to attend along with a copy of your 3rd QTR Report Card and a one page essay and submit the packet to COL Swann no later than Noon on Tuesday, May 14th! No late application will be accepted! You must have good grades and be physically fit to attend this program! We currently have 25 slots available and we will put an additional 5 on the waiting list.

Click HERE for the application.

Click HERE to learn more!

For more details see the OPORD in the Training and Event Calendar section.

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Kearny JROTC Summer Leadership Camp, 11-14 June - Apply Now!

Posted by COL Swann at 4/30/2013

If you are interestded in applying to attend our 2013 Kearny JROTC Summer Camp at Camp Mataguay, 11-14 June 2013 you need to fill out the application to attend along with a copy of your 3rd QTR Report Card and a one page essay and submit the packet to COL Swann no later than Noon on Tuesday, May 14th! No late application will be accepted!

Click HERE for the application.

For more details see the OPORD in the Training and Event Calendar section.

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ALL SERIVCE ACADEMY and ROTC INFORMATION NIGHT

Posted by COL Swann at 4/15/2013

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Battalion Staff and Officer Selection Board is moved to April 22, 2013

Posted by COL Swann at 4/10/2013 8:00:00 AM

The Battalion Staff and Officer Selection Board has been moved to April 22, 2013. The following positions are available:

Command Group
BN CDR - c/LTC
BN XO - c/MAJ
BN CSM - c/CSM

Current Ops
BN S2 - c/CPT
Sr Intel SGT - c/SFC

BN S3 - c/MAJ
Asst S3 - c/CPT
LNO - c/LT
OPS SGM - c/SGM
Asst Opns SGT - c/SFC
Asst Opns SGT - c/SSG

Sustainment
BN S1 - c/CPT
Sr Human Res SGT - c/SFC
Human Re SGT - c/SSG

BN S-4 - c/CPT
Sr Supply NCO - c/SFC
Supply SGT - c/SSG

BN S-5 - c/CPT
PAO SGT - c/SFC
PAO SGT - c/SSG

So as you can see there are plenty of opportunities to serve on the Battalion Staff and for positions to earn rank in. Being selected does not mean you are appointed to that rank. It means you are eligible to go before promotion boards to achieve that rank. Turn in your Application to COL Swann NLT April 19, 2013. The Board will be held afterschool on April 22, 2013. If you cannot make it to the board, coordinate with COL Swann for an alternate interview date. Just because you can't be there on the 22nd, doesn't mean you cannot apply! Apply today!

Click here for the Battalion Staff Application Form.

All current cadet officers and NCOs Staff Sergeant and above will apply for a position or risk being demoted based on the number of ranks versus the number of available positions.

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Annual SDUSD JROTC STEM Camp - July 30-August 3, 2013 at SDSU

Posted by COL Swann at 4/10/2013

We are fortunate to be conducting the SDUSD JROTC STEM Camp this year at San Diego State University from July 30-August 3, 2013. It is no doubt that JROTC STEM has become a very popular and successful camp that cadets get excited about attending. Each year the number of nominations and quality of applicants increases significantly, so I have prepared the following guidance to assist you in determining your nominees. I have also attached a letter that you can use to inform the parents of your potential nominees and gain their initial approval before formal nominations are submitted to me.

1.    Priorities:
a.    Incoming seniors that have not attended STEM in prior years.
b.    Incoming juniors that meet cadet eligibility.
c.     Incoming seniors that attend last year’s STEM Camp

2.    For a cadet to be considered, you must submit the following complete packet:
a.    Signed Parent letter (enclosed)
b.    STEM Student nomination Form (attached)
c.     JROTC Instructor letter of recommendation
d.    Math/Science teacher letter of recommendation

3.    In addition, all cadets must meet the following Cadet Eligibility:
·        3.25 or higher academic cumulative GPA
·        Strong interest in pursuing BS degree in STEM major
·        B or higher in science and math (check transcripts)
·        Incoming Junior or Senior in SY '13-'14 (priority to Seniors 2014)
·        Enrolled in JROTC in SY '13-'14
·        Recommended by Math/Science Teacher
·        Must complete the entire week and stay in dorms at SDSU
Please note that based on the comments from last year's attendees and inquires from cadets throughout this year, I anticipate a huge interest on the STEM Camp and selection will be very competitive. Last year all attending cadets had above a 3.4 GPA with twenty-seven cadets above a 4.0 GPA. Due to the number of selectees, we do not conduct a interview board so your letters are critical. Please ensure that your packets are complete give all applications directly to COL Swann NLT April 26, 2013.

Selections will be announced NLT May 3, 2013. Please contact COL Swann if you have any questions.

To apply, click HERE for the STEM Camp Application Form.
click HERE for the Parental Consent Form.

DO NOT FORGET TO ALSO TURN IN A MATH/SCIENCE TEACHER RECOMMENDATION!

LATE PACKETS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Turn these forms in to COL Swann NLT April 26, 2012.

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Brigade Command and Staff Selection Board

Posted by COL Swann at 4/10/2013

The continued success ofour JROTC Program significantly hinges on the quality of OURCadet Brigade Staff. They represent the entire SDUSD Cadet Corps when they meetor communicate with educators, community leaders and other students. Theirappearance, professionalism and conduct are a direct reflection of our programand we need to ensure that we continue to be represented by our best andbrightest cadets.

Please note that the submission deadline is WEDNESDAY, April24th.

Submit a completed SDUSD-Form 43 NLT April 24, 2013 to COL Swann if you are interested in serving on the Joint Brigade Staff.

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Cadet Ball Royalty

Posted by c/LTC Morse at 3/25/2013

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