Peninsula High School NJROTC earns prestigious national honor

During a recent government meeting, Principal Benoit of Peninsula High School announced that the school's Navy Junior Reserves Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) program has been awarded the prestigious designation of \"distinguished unit with honors\" for the 2024-2025 school year. This recognition places Peninsula High School among the top 20% of NJROTC units nationwide, highlighting excellence in academic performance, military proficiency, and administrative success.

Principal Benoit expressed pride in the achievement, crediting the dedication of both cadets and faculty. The designation also allows the school to nominate outstanding cadets for admission to prestigious military academies, including the U.S. Naval Academy, the Military Academy, and the Air Force Academy.

Board members praised the NJROTC program and its supportive parent group, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in fostering student success. The meeting also featured discussions on recent legislative activities, including the passage of six measures at a legislative assembly, and the establishment of a special education parent advisory group.

Overall, the meeting underscored the commitment of Peninsula High School and its community to providing exceptional educational opportunities and support for students, particularly those involved in the NJROTC program.