What are some benefits of the NJROTC program?

Promote Patriotism, Promote higher education, Develop responsible citizenship, Promote community service, Develop respect for authority, Develop discipline and honor, Develop leadership potential, Educate on national security, Educate on military services as a possible career path

What are the special teams in NJROTC?

Drill & Exhibition Teams, Color Guard, Drone Team, Academic Team, Orienteering Team, Sea Perch Team, and Marksmanship (Rifle) Team

What are the ranks in NJROTC?

Seaman Recruit (C/SR)
Seaman Apprentice (C/SA)
Seaman (C/SN)
Petty Officer Third Class (C/PO3)
Petty Officer Second Class (C/PO2)
Petty Officer First Class (C/PO1)
Chief Petty Officer (C/CPO)
Senior Chief Petty Officer (C/SCPO)
Master Chief Petty Officer (C/MCPO)

What curriculum is taught?

Naval Science I, II, III, and IV

Can I get notifications about what’s going on in the unit?

Remind text messages
Text @9kk8f89 to 81010 to receive messages for cadets.

Booster Club notifications
Email boosterclub@sphsnjrotc.org and request to be added to receive notifications. Please include your name, the cadet’s name, email, and number.  

Booster Club meetings
Attend our booster club meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, beginning in September. We discuss what is going on in the unit, upcoming events, drill meets, trips, military ball, and more. We discuss ways that the cadets can fundraise to help pay for these things. We depend on the support of family, friends, and the community. 

Can I volunteer?

YES! Volunteers are needed to help with the following committees: Planning Committee, Military Ball Committee, Fundraising Committee, Spring Trip Committee, Corporate Sponsorship Committee, and more. No experience is necessary, just the willingness to help. 

Can I be a Chaperone?

To be considered as a Chaperone, you must be a Gaston County Schools-approved volunteer.
To get approved, fill out the online application – www.gastonschoolvolunteers.com

You must reactivate each year to keep your application up to date.

What items are needed?

Bottled water
Gatorade/electrolytes
Snacks that travel well

What are ways I can donate to SPHS NJROTC?

Cash
Check: payable to SPHS NJROTC Boosters
Zelle: send to phone number 704-728-7095
Cash APP: https://cash.app/$sphsnjrotc
Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/sphsnjrotcboosters
PayPal: https://tinyurl.com/sphsnjrotc
Online: https://www.sphsnjrotc.org/donate/

Is the unit on social media?

Unit Facebook Page
Unit Instagram Page
Instagram handle: southpoint_njrotc

Is the booster club on social media?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1299544683487381
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southpoint_njrotc_booster/
Instagram handle: southpoint_njrotc_booster