On Tuesday, March 3, the NJROTC unit at Richland Northeast High School held its Annual Military Inspection (AMI). The program, a three-time Distinguished Unit with Academic Honors, welcomed the Area Six Manager responsible for NJROTC units across North and South Carolina to evaluate the unit’s performance and standards. The inspection ensures that the unit follows the requirements and directives established by the director of Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC), the honorable Mr. Bruce Nolan.
During the visit, cadets were evaluated on their knowledge, proper wear of the uniform, drill movements, and overall professionalism. The inspection also included a review of the unit’s equipment, such as uniforms, swords, drill rifles, and air rifles. Instructors were evaluated on how they safely manage cadets, oversee training schedules, and maintain accountability of program resources and funding. This year’s Area Six manager was welcomed by Senior Naval Science Instructor Master Gunnery Sergeant (USMC Retired) Fredrick Gaston, alongside the NJROTC cadet leadership team, including Cadet Commanding Officer Daevion Samuel and Cadet Command Master Chief Christopher Altamirano Jimenez.
The NJROTC command staff began the event by hosting a briefing that highlighted the unit’s progress and improvements since the previous year. Following the briefing, cadets participated in a formal personal inspection from 9:20 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. The 282nd Army Band from Fort Jackson performed for parents, guests, teachers, and students…