Alumni advocate for JROTC program at San Francisco school board meeting

Alumni from Galileo High School rallied for the continuation of the JROTC program during a recent San Francisco government meeting, echoing sentiments from their high school days over two decades ago. A former student, who participated in the program in the early '90s, passionately advocated for JROTC, highlighting its significant impact on first-generation students and their college aspirations.

The speaker posed critical questions to the board, challenging them to consider their familiarity with JROTC and its success rates compared to other high school programs. "Have you ever looked into JROTC, participated in it, or attended any of our trainings?" they asked, emphasizing the program's role in shaping lives and fostering a sense of community among alumni.

With a strong backing of 46 alumni currently engaged in a Google chat, the speaker underscored the program's enduring legacy, stating, "We can bring hundreds of folks that are still together 20 plus years later." The call to action was clear: preserve JROTC for future generations.

This passionate plea reflects a broader concern among alumni about the program's future, as they seek to ensure that the opportunities it provides continue for students in San Francisco. The board's response to these inquiries and the future of JROTC remains to be seen, but the commitment of its alumni is a powerful testament to its impact.