WELCOME TO CARY NJROTC
Welcome to the Cary High School Navy JROTC Unit's website! Here, you'll find up-to-date information on our activities, events, and academic resources. We're eager for the upcoming school year and encourage cadets to get involved right away.
The Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) program is an excellent investment in your child's future. Our cadets learn leadership skills, responsibility, and the value of contributing to something greater than themselves. They also form lifelong friendships. The NJROTC Program aims to instill values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, leadership, and a sense of accomplishment.
Our unit has been in existence since the fall of 1996, and we have a history of service, tradition, and achievement for which we are extremely proud of. For the past 25 years, our unit has been honored as a distinguished unit, reflecting our dedication to excellence. We strive to develop each cadet's mental, emotional, and physical strength. Our core values are HONOR, COURAGE, and COMMITMENT, coupled with treating others with kindness and respect.
Go Imps!
Recent Activities
Area 4/5 Leadership Academy
From June 20th to the 27th, a few of our cadets participated in the Area 4/5 Leadership Academy. This event took place at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, VA, and was a great opportunity for cadets to strengthen their leadership skills, communication, and teamwork. Throughout the week at the academy, these cadets were put through many challenging experiences, such as physical fitness, leadership exercises, and academics. Cadet Demichele was in first platoon alongside cadet cadre Ramanujam. Kohn and Markwordt in second platoon with cadet cadre Garcia-Lemus. Sierra was in third platoon, and Basnet in fourth platoon. In the end, these cadets graduated from the academy and earned the Leadership Academy Silver Cord for their hard work and outstanding performance.
Navy Ball 2026
On Saturday, February 14th, the Cary NJROTC unit hosted its annual Navy Ball to celebrate the Navy’s 250th birthday! This Navy Ball’s special guest was James Wong, who graduated from Cary High School and was a former NJROTC cadet. The cadets were awarded promotions, ribbons, and team cords. The cadets had an amazing time at this Navy Ball, and congratulations to all of the cadets who were awarded! All cadets enjoyed the dinner and the dance.
Annual Mess Night
On Friday, November 14th, Cary NJROTC held its annual Mess Night at the American Legion Post 67.
Mess Night is a time-honored Navy tradition that brings cadets together to celebrate naval heritage, enjoy a formal meal, and practice in cadet-led ceremonies and entertainment. This year’s event was a meaningful evening filled with camaraderie, tradition, and pride as our cadets upheld the customs of the United States Navy.
Thank you to the American Legion for hosting us, and to all cadets, staff, and boosters who helped make this year’s Mess Night a memorable success.