The presenting cadets included Andrew Stanley, ninth grade; Alexander Vitt, 10th grade; George Meredith, 10th grade; Aaliyah Tupper, 11th grade; and Aiden Williamson, 11th grade. Photo courtesy of Folsom Cordova Unified School District

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Cordova High School’s Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) cadets represented the Folsom Cordova Unified School District at the California County Superintendents General Membership Meeting on Tuesday, April 21, in Sacramento, providing a formal presentation of the colors.

The presentation of colors opened the statewide meeting with the display of the American and California flags, honoring service, leadership, and civic responsibility. During the ceremony, California County Superintendents President Todd Finnell formally presented the Cordova High School AFJROTC cadets, recognizing their role in supporting the opening of the statewide gathering.

The appearance at the statewide meeting underscores the ongoing role of the AFJROTC program at Cordova High School in providing students with leadership development opportunities while serving the broader community. Photo courtesy of Folsom Cordova Unified School District

The presenting cadets included Andrew Stanley, ninth grade; Alexander Vitt, 10th grade; George Meredith, 10th grade; Aaliyah Tupper, 11th grade; and Aiden Williamson, 11th grade.

FCUSD extends its sincere appreciation to Master Sergeant Erick A. Gardner and his cadets for their professionalism, preparation and continued commitment to representing Cordova High School and the District at civic and state-level events.

The presentation of colors opened the statewide meeting with the display of the American and California flags. Photo courtesy of Folsom Cordova Unified School District

The Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps mission is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community. In alignment with this mission, cadets regularly engage in meaningful service experiences. Recently, cadets from Cordova High School visited Summerset Senior Living Facility and Stone Creek Village community to acknowledge elderly veterans and honor their contributions to the country. Additionally, cadets volunteered with the organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace to help build 45 bunk beds for families in need. In each instance, cadets expressed gratitude for the opportunity to positively impact the community in which they reside.

The appearance at the statewide meeting underscores the ongoing role of the AFJROTC program at Cordova High School in providing students with leadership development opportunities while serving the broader community through ceremonial participation at important regional events.