Burton High School students advocate for ROTC program during public comment
December 14, 2021 | San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
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During a recent government meeting, students from local high schools voiced their strong support for the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program, highlighting its significant impact on their lives and education.
One student from Bridal High School shared their personal journey, stating, "I've been doing ROTC for 3 years now, and I'm hoping to do my fourth year." They emphasized that the program has been a crucial reason for attending their school, which is an hour away from home. The student expressed concern about the potential cuts to the ROTC program, questioning, "If the ROTC program gets cut, what am I gonna do? Just go to a different school and start all over?" They underscored the program's role in teaching discipline and providing community service opportunities, which they believe are unique to ROTC.
Another student from Burton High School echoed these sentiments, describing ROTC as a source of structure and a sense of belonging. "The people in ROTC are kind of like my family," they said, stressing that the program has been vital for their acceptance within the school community. The student warned that ending the ROTC program would be challenging for many students who rely on it for support and connection.
In addition to the discussions about ROTC, a participant raised concerns regarding translation issues during the meeting. They noted that important points made by a Spanish-speaking participant about staff attendance were not adequately translated into English, highlighting the need for better support in capturing all voices during public comments.
The meeting concluded with a transition to advisory committee reports, but the heartfelt testimonies from students about the ROTC program underscored its importance in fostering discipline, community service, and a sense of belonging among youth in San Francisco. As discussions continue, the future of the ROTC program remains a critical concern for students and their families.
One student from Bridal High School shared their personal journey, stating, "I've been doing ROTC for 3 years now, and I'm hoping to do my fourth year." They emphasized that the program has been a crucial reason for attending their school, which is an hour away from home. The student expressed concern about the potential cuts to the ROTC program, questioning, "If the ROTC program gets cut, what am I gonna do? Just go to a different school and start all over?" They underscored the program's role in teaching discipline and providing community service opportunities, which they believe are unique to ROTC.
Another student from Burton High School echoed these sentiments, describing ROTC as a source of structure and a sense of belonging. "The people in ROTC are kind of like my family," they said, stressing that the program has been vital for their acceptance within the school community. The student warned that ending the ROTC program would be challenging for many students who rely on it for support and connection.
In addition to the discussions about ROTC, a participant raised concerns regarding translation issues during the meeting. They noted that important points made by a Spanish-speaking participant about staff attendance were not adequately translated into English, highlighting the need for better support in capturing all voices during public comments.
The meeting concluded with a transition to advisory committee reports, but the heartfelt testimonies from students about the ROTC program underscored its importance in fostering discipline, community service, and a sense of belonging among youth in San Francisco. As discussions continue, the future of the ROTC program remains a critical concern for students and their families.
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