There will be an ADMIN meeting (ADMIN OFFICER/CHIEF, PAO OFFICER/CHIEF, PERS OFFICER/CHIEF, and RECRUITING OFFICER/CHIEF) on July 8th at 0830. Please inform C/LTJG Haun if you cannot attend (email at cheer1boy@yahoo.com).

All Staff Meeting on July 20th, at 0830 at OP
People who need to attend: BCO, BXO, BMCPO, Company Staffs (CO, XO, SCPO)

This date may change so please continue to check the website/listen for info from C/Dees.

There will be a Battalion Picnic on Saturday, May 30th at Kings Dominion.  The cost is $35 (does not include food so be sure to bring extra money).  Money needs to be turned in to Captain or Senior Chief by THURSDAY, May 28th.  We will be mustering at the school at 0715 and plan to leave shortly after 0730, please do not be late if you are attending (wear your ROTC tshirt!).  If you are bringing your family you must ride to Kings Dominion with your family (there are not enough seats on the bus for everyone's family) we ask that you still meet at the school at 0715 so that you can be put on the muster sheet.  If you know you are attending FOR SURE please make sure to sign up on the muster sheet in ROTC spaces to reserve your spot on the bus.  While at Kings Dominion, cadets will be responsible for checking in with their assigned cadet officer so it is suggested that cadets bring a cell phone.  Cadets are reminded to exhibit professional and polite behavior as they are representing OPNJROTC.  If you have any questions please feel free to ask any of the cadet staff members, Captain Porter or Senior Chief Oaks. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

COLOR GUARD ON SUNDAY, MAY 24 @ Brentsville
AOM TUESDAY, MAY 26
ACM WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
BATTALION PICNIC AT KINGS DOMINION, SATURDAY, MAY 30
     -SIGN UP ON MUSTER SHEET IN ROTC, (about $50)
AOM MONDAY, JUNE 1
DR. KELLY LEADERSHIP AWARDS TUESDAY, JUNE 2
TEACHER RETIREMENT CEREMONY WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 (ROTC TSHIRT)
ACM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3
BACCALAUREATE SUNDAY, JUNE 7
GRADUATION CEREMONY COLOR GUARD FRIDAY, JUNE 12
OPNJROTC CAR WASH @ BP BY MANASSAS MALL SUNDAY, JULY 26

Outstanding Job for all of the cadets that attended the Senior Prom at Birmingham Green Nursing Home. Job Well Done

Congratulations to our Orienteering Team. They attended the Balls Bluff Competition at Balls Bluff battlefield.
1st Place in White Course
3rd Place Overall in White Course
3rd Place Overall in Yellow Course
2nd Place Overall in Orange Course
3rd Place Overall in the Entire Competition
Great Job!!!

The Change of Command Ceremony is on May 20th.  This is a mandatory event for all cadets.  This ceremony is to recognize both the old and new cadet leadership.  The Change of Command Ceremony will also serve as the final uniform inspection.  Cadets need to arrive AT 1730.  Blue Company will assemble on the cafeteria side of the school and Gold Company will assemble on the front entrance side of the school.  Please bring a food dish that can at least feed your family, if not more.  Parents, friends, and family are encouraged to come!

Our Athletics team traveled to Garfiled High School to compete in a Joint Service Athletics Meet.  Our team placed second overall.  JOB WELL DONE to all of the cadets who attended.

ALL OFFICERS FOR BOTH THE OLD AND NEW STAFF NEED TO ATTEND THE 
AOM ON MONDAY, MAY 18th.

THERE IS A CADET OF THE MONTH BOARD ON MONDAY, MAY 18th.  THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS (BOTH NEW AND OLD STAFF) NEED TO
ATTEND: BCO, BXO, BMCPO, OPS, ADM, SUP, Company COs

CHANGE OF COMMAND PRACTICIES: May 13, 14, 19, and there will be a run through on the 20th right after school.  Meet in the auditorium at 1410.

SENIORS: Get all of your uniform parts together to be turned in after the Change of Command Ceremony.

TO THE OLD STAFF: Schedule a time after school with your replacement to show him/her how to do your job.  If you have not already made a pass along book, be sure to do so.

Color Guard Events: 2 on Memorial Day and 2 on June 3rd.

SUMMER EVENTS: Leadership Academy, Sail Academy, CAR WASH FUNDRAISER ON JULY 26th!! (@ the BP by Manassas Mall--off of Sudley Road).

THE ANNAPOLIS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT 
HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO RAIN

However, we still need cadets to participate in the Garfield Athletic Meet.  We will muster at the school at 0715.  Those of you who were planning on going to the softball tournament should plan to go to Garfield.  The meet should end at 1200.  Sign up on the muster sheet in ROTC spaces!

Congratulations to the following cadets who were selected to be part of the 2009-2010 cadet staff!

Battalion Commanding Officer: Kelsey Des
Battalion Executive Officer: Rachel Parsons
Battalion Command Master Chief: Brandon Wirtz

Gold Company Commanding Officer: Kelly Keys
Gold Company Executive Officer: Zach Burnette
Gold Company Senior Chief Petty Officer: Trevor Green

Blue Company Commanding Officer: Jacob Emo
Blue Company Executive Officer: Eric Ray
Blue Company Senior Chief Petty Officer: Josh Zuza

Operations Officer: Sandra Rodriguez
     -Operations Chief: John Morrison
Drill Team Commander: Matt Stannard
Color Guard Commander: Daniel Arango
Exhibition Team Commander: Christian Noel
Orienteering Team Commander: Joey Duplessis
Academic Team Commander: Jeriko Mafnas
Air Rifle Team Commander: Eric Chowning
Athletics Team Commander: Tyler Mankin
Training Officer: Bridget Burner
     -Training Chief: Amanda Potvin

Administrative Officer: Garron Haun
     -Administrative Chief: Lauren Andres
Public Affairs Officer: Christopher Moore
     -Public Affairs Chief: Marshall Schumaker
Personnel Officer: April Thompson
     -Personnel Chief: Caroll Ann Burner
Recruiting Officer: Michaela Cotton
     -Recruiting Chief: Wesley Stever

Supply Officer: Sarah Griffin
Assistant Supply Officer: Ryan Libby
     -Supply Chief: Austin Smith
     -Ordinance Chief: Brandon Humphries

Other Supply Petty Officer billets are still available.  If you are interested in applying for one, please see C/Griffin for an interview time/date.

MAY 2nd: JAZZ FESTIVAL SET UP @ HARRIS PAVILION 1000-1400
               AIR RILFE MEET IN CHARLOTSVILLE

MAY 4th: MANDATORY AOM (OFFICERS ONLY) TO DISCUSS 09-10 STAFF
              PASS ALONG BOOKS DUE (FOR OFFICERS ONLY)

MAY 9th: ANNAPOLIS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
              GARFIELD ATHLETIC MEET

MAY 20th: CHANGE OF COMMAND CEREMONY

CASA is holding a Retro Dance fundraiser to help abused and neglected children on Saturday, April 25th.  We will be helping run the event (similar to what we did for Evening Under the Stars).  In order for this to be successful, our unit needs everyone to help and participate.  Set up starts at 1400 (meet at Harris Pavilion in Old Town Manassas) and arrive at 1900 for the actual event.  If you signed up for security, arrive in Summer Blues Uniform and if you signed up for food, arrive in your ROTC tshirt.  We also need cadets to stay to help clean up.

Congratulations to the color guard members who competed in the Freedom Museum color guard competition.  Our color guard placed third in the competition.  Job Well Done!

REMINDER: Starting on April 15th/16th we will now be wearing the Summer Blues Uniform for inspections.

THE DRILL, ATHLETIC AND ACADEMIC TEAMS HAD AN OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AT THE BOWIE REGIONAL MEET.  The teams won a total of 13 trophies and 3 cadets won individual awards for academic performance. 
2nd Place Overall for Academics
2nd Place Broad Jump
3rd Place Australian Trolley
4th Place 16 X 100
2nd place 8 X 200
3rd Place Overall for Athletics
4th Place Unit Personel Inspection (UPI)
2nd Place Unarmed Drill
4th Place Armed Drill
3rd Place Armed Exhibition
1st Place Color Guard
3rd Place Overall for Drill
2nd Place Overall Performance for the Meet!

JOB WELL DONE! THIS HAS BEEN OUR UNIT'S BEST PERFORMANCE AT BOWIE!!

There will be a PT test on Monday March 30th and Tuesday March 31st (Depending on which day you have the class).

Check the calendar for upcomng NJROTC events (Volleyball Tournament, Bowie Drill/Athletic Meet,  March of Dimes, CASA Retro Dance, Softball Tournament, LaPlata Orienteering Meet, Change of Command, and more!)  We need everyone to participate!

Also, on May 2nd, there is a Jazz Festival that we will help run.  On May 23rd (from 1230-1630), the Leadership Seminar Class will be hosting a car show in the Junior Parking Lot.  The car show will serve as a fundraiser for the auto-tech and NJROTC programs.  More information will be posted on what we need to do to help the Leadership class and to help run the event at a later date.   

REMINDER:
If you have uniform day tomorrow, 3/4 (blue day) or 3/5 (gold day), be sure to wear WINTER WORKING even if there is some kind of delay in the morning.  If another snow day should happen the uniform dates will be moved to 3/5 and 3/6. 

Thanks to all of the cadets and guests who attended the 16th annual Military Ball.  We had a great turnout and everyone enjoyed themselves.  Special thanks to C/ENS Rodriguez who coordinated major planning aspects of the event and setup!  For those of you who took pictures, information on how to purchase them will be posted in the near future.

The 2009 Military Ball will be held on February 28 from 1830-2330 at the VFW Hall (14631 Miniville Rd, 22173 Dale City).  Tickets will go on sale Feb 9: $10 a ticket.  THE LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS IS THURSDAY, FEB 26.  TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR.  See C/LT Dees for tickets.  If you are on the fundraiser list (raised at least $100) you should see C/LT Dees to recieve your two free tickets.  All male cadets are expected to arrive in full winter blues/service dress uniform.  Female cadets may wear either their uniform or a dress (dress must be AT LEAST to the knee--if you or your date arrive in inappropriate attire you will not be allowed in).  Dinner will be served at the VFW hall and is included in your ticket purchase. 

The drill team traveled to King George High School on Saturday, Feb 21 to compete in a drill meet.  The team placed 3rd in the Unit Personnel Inspection (UPI).  The team had a great overall performance and did an outstanding job! JOB WELL DONE DRILL TEAM! The drill team will be competing in the Bowie regional meet in April!

There will be an ROTC workday on February 14th for all cadets who need to finish work in preparation for the upcoming Area 5 Inspection (on Feb 18th). 
ROTC IS OPENING AT 0830-0900.

Congratulations to the Cadet of the Month for the month of January, C/Morrison.  Job Well Done!

Congratulations to the Cadet of the Month for the month of December, C/Bryant.  Job Well Done!

Here are links to the current (and updated) Chain of Command.

National Chain of Command
http://opnjrotc.webs.com/nationalcoc.htm

Unit Chain of Command
http://opnjrotc.webs.com/unitchainofcommand.htm

Study your knowledge for the Area Five Inspection!

ROTC pictures will be taken on Feb. 4th and 5th (depending on which day is your uniform day).  All cadets will be photographed and will be sent a card containing information on how to view/purchase pictures if desired.

The Battalion Staff, Company Staffs, Department Heads, all PCs, and all squad leaders need to stay after on February 4th and 5th to practice for the upcoming Area 5 Inspection.

There is an inservice workday for all department heads as well as the drill team on JANUARY 20th.  Department heads will have an opportunity to work in preparation for the Area 5 Inspection.  Drill team members are expected to be present to practice for the upcoming drill meet on January 31st at Patuxent.  There is a good possibility that we will have 2 hours of gym time to use--so it is IMPORTANT THAT ALL DRILL TEAM MEMBERS ATTEND!  NJROTC spaces will be open from 1200-1600.

NJROTC cadets have been offered a great opportunity to experience life aboard the Schooner Virginia.  There is a trip on April 3-9.  Cadets will get to learn how to sail and will get to work alongside 10 experienced crew members.  Food and sleeping arrangements are provided on the ship.  The fee will be roughly $600 (after the use of a scholarship--we have been offered two).  Any cadet interested in this trip needs a physical and should contact Captain Porter for more information.  Several cadets attended last year and really enjoyed the experience!

The athletics team traveled to the United States Naval Academy on Saturday, January 10th to participate in a field meet.  The team placed 3rd in the "Tunnel of Love" and "Man Down" competitions.  They placed 4th overall for the unsanctioned events.  Cadets did an outstanding job!  A total of 16 teams competed and the competition was fierce!

This year's Norfolk trip is scheduled for March 11-14.  We will depart from the school (after classes) on Wed. March 11.  We will return on Saturday, March 14.  The cost is $70 per cadet (includes food and boarding).  More information about what to bring will be posted in the future, along with a permission slip.  All cadets going must have at least a C in all of their classes to attend.

Thank you to all of the cadets who participated in the OPNJROTC Holiday Caroling event on Thursday, December 18th.  The cadets went to several houses to carol and ended the night by returning to Captain Porter's house for hot chocolate and popcorn.  The event went well and the cadets did a great job!

THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE CADETS WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE MANASSAS CHRISTMAS PARADE.   OUR UNIT PLACED 2nd IN THE MARCHING CATEGORY.  JOB WELL DONE!!

Thank you to all of the cadets who participated in the Dr. Edward Kelly Leadership Center dedication ceremony on Friday, December 5th.  The color guard did a flag folding ceremony that went very well.  The battalion staff was recognized inside.  Thanks again to all of the cadets who took the time to come out and give a memorable performance!

Congratulations to the Cadet of the Month for November: C/Andres!  She will be awarded the COM cord and medal to wear on her uniform.  All of the participating cadets did a good job.  C/Andres is the unit's third Cadet of the Month-- JOB WELL DONE!

The next COM board will be held at the beginning of January.

Congratulations to the Cadet of the Month for October-- Cadet Noel!  All of the participating cadets did an outstanding job.  Cadet Noel will be awarded the COM cord and a COM medal.  JOB WELL DONE!


The Cadet of the Month Board for the month of November will be held the first week of December.  NS-1 cadets who are interested should seek a nomination from their respective PC.

The OP DRILL MEET WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15th.
Cadets are needed to help run the drill meet.  If you can attend, please sign up on the muster sheet in ROTC spaces.  You should arrive at 0600 in the WINTER BLUES uniform.  We will be setting up drill decks, running scores, working the concessions stand, managing drill decks, and more.  In order for the drill meet to be successful we will need the help of everyone, so be sure to sign up!  (Drill team is expected to be there!)  There will be a knockout drill competition at the end of the drill meet that you can compete in ($2 a ticket).  Depending on the weather, the drill meet should end at roughly 1530, but cadets will be needed to help clean up the gym and drill decks.  All cadets who help will recieve hours towards their unit service ribbon and will recieve credit for an event towards their participation ribbon. 

See C/LT Dees with questions.

The Cadet of the Month Board for November will be held Thursday, November 13th, starting at 1415.  An NS1 from each platoon will be nominated and is expected to be ready at 1410 (in full uniform).  The selected Cadet of the Month will be awarded the COM cord and a COM medal (see pic). 

THANK YOU to all of the cadets who helped in putting on a FANTASTIC halftime show for the last home football game of the year.  The event ran very well and the cadets did an outstanding job.  The performance was greatly appreciated by the crowd and we greatly appreciate all of the cadets who took the time to participate.  Also, we would like to thank the SCA who generously funded the rental of the American flag, and allowed us to perform.

(If you took any pictures of the performance we would greatly appreciate it if you could email us a copy at porterjr@pwcs.edu so that we can post them on our website)

Our Air Rifle team competed against the Flint Hill team on Tuesday the 28th.  Our team did very well and won the match.  The competing team of 5 people scored a total of 1153 points.  The standings were as follows:
Burnette: 241
Beecher: 238
Dees: 233
Griffin: 225
Chowning: 216

Job well done Air Rifle Team!

Starting on October 29th and 30th, we will be switching over to the Winter Blues and Service Dress Blues (for senior enlisted and officers) as the Uniform of the Day.  If you have not already gotten your winter blues uniform, or need a new one, see C/LTJG Parsons, the supply officer.

There is an air rifle meet at the Fair Grounds on Tuesday the 28th.  Meet at the Fair Grounds no later than 1730 because the competition will begin at 1800.  See Captain Porter with any questions.

The PT test is scheduled for October 27 and 28, depending on which day you have class.  We will be running outside on the track so be sure to bring warm clothing.  These scores will count as part of the color company competitions for the first quarter.

The drill team traveled to Northwestern, Maryland to compete in its first drill meet of the year.  The team finished 7th overall out of 17.  Our drill team finished 4th in armed basic and tied for 5th in color guard.  This was a strong start for the season and the team's next meet will be November 22.  Job well done to all of the cadets on the drill team!

NAVY YARD COLOR GUARD
The color guard placed fourth in the 10th annual Navy Yard Color Guard Competition, hosted by OPNJROTC.  The team placed fourth out of thirteen schools, losing to the third place team by only 1 point.  This was a great effort by the team for its first meet.  Also, thank you to the other cadets who attended and helped run the competition! 


HERNDON FIELD MEET
Thank you to all of the cadets who attended the Herndon Field Meet!  A total of 17 schools competed and competition was fierce.

CONGRATULATIONS TO CADET ARANGO, THE CADET OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER. 
The other nominated cadets were: Cadet Potvin, Cadet Daniel, Cadet Morgan, and Cadet Burner.  JOB WELL DONE TO ALL OF THE CADETS!

The next cadet of the month board will be held during the first week of November.

Congratulations to the Orienteering Team on placing 3rd overall in the Patuxent Orienteering Meet on Saturday, October 4th.  The team did very well and has placed in all of the meets so far this year! JOB WELL DONE and KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

Congratulations to the Orienteering Team for an OUTSTANDING performance at the Annapolis Novice Meet.  Twenty-two cadets participated and eight cadets won medals.  We took 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the White B course and took 3rd in the White A course.  We also won 2nd in the O Relay.  This was an outstanding job for the team's first meet.  JOB WELL DONE!

OCEANA FIELD TRIP
Thank you to all of the 81 cadets who attended the Oceana Air Show Field Trip.  The trip was a great success and we all had fun!  This will count as an event towards your participation ribbon.

HAYMARKET PARADE
Thank you to all of the cadets who attended the parade on Saturday.  The battalion did very well and we recieved many compliments.  Our next Parade is the Manassas Christmas Parade in December!  This will also count as an event towards your participation ribbon.

Paperwork:
Remember to turn in all of your paperwork!  (Standard Release Form, Health Risk Screening, Parental Contact, and a copy of a recent physical).  You can find the first three forms under the "Files" section of this page and the physical form in the "Links" section of this page (under the announcements).  Please turn all paperwork into C/LTJG Keys and see her with any questions. 


Team Practices:
Drill: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Air Rifle: Tuesday, Thursday
Orienteering: Wednesday
Academic: Wednesday

It is not too late to join a team!  Practices are held after school.  Contact one of the team commanders for more info.  Joining teams are a great way to earn your participation ribbon!

The Freedom Museum field trip was a great success!  Cadets listened to four former POWs tell their stories and experiences.  Thanks to all of the NS-3s and NS-4s that attended!

The CASA Evening Under the Stars event was a great success.  Despite all of the rain, cadets did a terific job and had fun.  Thank you to all of the cadets who showed up to help!  As a unit, we put in about 13 hours of community service time, adding up to about 650 man hours.  All cadets who attended will be recieving a community service ribbon.  Job well done!

We will be hosting a short memorial service on September 11th at the flag pole starting at 0700.  Cadets who want to participate need to arrive in uniform at 0645 (or at 0700 if arriving by bus) and meet at the flagpole.  There will be a flag raising ceremony and a short memorial reading.  The ceremony should be over by 0710.  Contact C/CDR Dean or C/Lt Dees with any questions. 

Sign up and join the NJROTC group page (this page) and your corresponding NJROTC classroom page and you will recieve 3 points extra credit on your first uniform inspection.  You can join by clicking the link at the top right of this page.  If you have any questions on how to join, contact Senior Chief, Captain, or C/Lt Dees.

Congratulations to all the New Cadets who completed the New Cadet Orientation Program!  Job well done and welcome to the OPNJROTC unit!  We are looking forward to an outstanding year!

There is a New Cadet Orientation picture folder under the "Files" section on the right-hand side of this page.  This folder contains several images from the indoc week.

The Camp Snyder Trip was a great success and we would like to thank all of the highly motivated and highly dedicated cadets who attended from both Osbourn Park and Linganore High School.  A picture folder has been added under the "Files" section of this page (right hand side) which contains a few pictures from the trip. 

If you would like a copy of or be added to the 2008-2009 Phone Contact list please contact C/Lt Dees for a copy. 

BIG THANK YOU TO ALL THE CADETS WHO ATTENDED THE USO OPERATION CARE PACKAGE EVENT ON AUGUST 9th!

Cadets traveled to Fort Belvoir to assemble and stuff care packages for soldiers overseas.  Cadets helped stuff a total of 15,000 care packages!! JOB WELL DONE!!

To all new cadets attending the OPNJROTC orientation from August 25-29:

-Arrive Monday August 25th no later than 0715 so that we can be ready to begin promptly at 0730
-Arrive in PT gear (Plain white t-shirt, blue/black shorts, white socks, running shoes, water bottle).  If you have asthma please bring an inhaler and inform the cadet staff during check-in.
-Bring with you a pair of khaki shorts, a second plain white t-shirt, shower gear (towel, soap, etc), paper and pencil, $25 (for unit shirt and ball cap), and ALL NEEDED PAPERWORK AND APPLICATIONS INCLUDING A COPY OF A RECENT PHYSICAL.
-Upon arrival, cadets will need to check in and will then be directed to their assigned platoon.
-Training is scheduled to end at approximately 1230 each day and any cadets wishing to join jrotc teams should attend daily practices after.
-Graduation ceremony for all cadets who complete the Orientation at 1030 in the school auditorium.  Parents, family, and friends are encouraged to come! 
-THERE WILL BE NO TRAINING ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 28th due to the OP Freshmen Festival taking place.

Contact Captain Porter with any questions (703) 346-3212

JOIN US JROTC is fun!

NEW CADET ORIENTATION AUGUST 25-29

Contact Capt Porter 703 346 3212

Highlights of our summer program
Leadership Academy June 21-26 Leadership Academy
June 23-27 Air Rifle Camp
July 6-11 Sail Training
Aug 18-22 O and PO Training
Aug 25-29 New Cadet Orientation
Sept 2 School Starts

Congratulations to C/CDR Dean, C/LCDR Kovacich, C/LT Dees, and C/LTJG Parsons for successfully completing the Area 5 Leadership Academy

Health Risk Screening

Family Information

Standard Release form

Standard Release Pg 2

OPNJROTC Pictures

Cadets Helped Stuff Care Packages for soldiers overseas. Cadets helped stuff 15,000 packages!!

Cadets traveled to Camp Snyder to particpate in team building activities and the trip was a great success!

How to Join the Navy JROTC groupfusion page