Students Commit to Joining Military After High School
Serving Their Country
After graduation, some go straight to college, some go into the workforce, and then you have a few that go to protect and serve our country. Here are some of the courageous GRC students who have dedicated their lives to protect our own.
Michael Fraley
My family has always been in the military. I want a good job and the ability to travel the world. The job experience you have when you get out of the Navy can help you get a job in civilian life. JROTC has prepared me for the military by teaching me leadership skills and military skills.
Brandon Robinson
I am joining the military because of my family, JROTC, and the fact I can better myself and gain skills I could use in my future. JROTC has taught me how to march, salute, address military people, and get me in better physical shape.
Aaron Dunn
What influenced me is the fact that I am able and willing to serve. Traveling the world has always been a dream and this will help me pursue it. I want to be able to say that I am part of the few willing to protect. Being a part of JROTC has prepared me mentally and physically.
Jacob Phillips
What influenced me to join the Army is my family and JROTC. JROTC has taught me how to mentally and physically prepare myself for what’s ahead of me.
Wade Willoughby
I want to be a pilot. The military is the best way for me to achieve that goal. The military will pay for my college so it will become worth it in the end.
Annie Bradshaw is a Junior and first-year Smoke Signals member. She loves watching One Tree hill and picks yellow as her favorite color.