GAITHER
NJROTC
Most Outstanding Unit in the Nation 2019-2020
About NJROTC
The NJROTC accredited curriculum is designed to build strong leaders and responsible citizens. Our mission is to instill the values of citizenship, service to country, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. While we do not recruit for the military, the program offers valuable skills and benefits that can support students in any future path—including military service, if they choose.
Our cadets take pride in giving back to the community. With countless opportunities to serve, they not only earn the service hours required for graduation but also make a meaningful impact. Last year alone, our unit completed over 7,400 hours of community service.
We are committed to becoming one of the top NJROTC units in the nation. Beyond the classroom, we encourage cadets to challenge themselves and build teamwork by joining our after-school teams in Drill, Academics, Marksmanship, and Orienteering.
Why NJROTC
"Top Ranked Program In The Nation"
NJROTC was created by Congress in 1964 with a simple but powerful mission: to help high school students become strong leaders, responsible citizens, and confident young adults. The program is taught by retired Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard officers and enlisted personnel who bring years of real-world leadership experience into the classroom.
The curriculum combines citizenship, leadership, and character development with lessons in naval science, navigation, seamanship, and the importance of America’s maritime heritage. But learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door.
Cadets grow through real opportunities to serve and lead—whether it’s community service projects, academic and drill competitions, marksmanship training, physical fitness challenges, or trips to military bases and field events. Every experience builds teamwork, discipline, and confidence that will serve them for life.
What does the NJROTC program do?
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Promotes Patriotism
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Develops informed and responsible citizens
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Develops respect for constructed authority
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Develops leadership potential
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Promotes high school completion
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Promotes higher education
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Promotes community service
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Develops a high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, individual discipline and leadership
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Promotes an understanding of the basic elements and need for national security
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Provides information on the military services as a possible career
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Provides an alternative to gangs
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Provides incentive to live healthy and drug free
Welcome to Gaither High School's NJROTC Battalion
Gaither High School, home of the Cowboys, is proud to host one of the nation’s premier NJROTC programs. Our battalion provides students with an accredited curriculum that builds citizenship, leadership, personal responsibility, respect, and a lasting sense of accomplishment.
Being part of NJROTC helps you grow personally, develop leadership skills, and discover your full potential.
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