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Forney ISD Air Force Junior ROTC Cadets Receive Honors at the Annual Local and National Awards Cerem


The Forney ISD Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) recently held its 9th Annual Local and National Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 and handed out several honors to cadets. The ceremony, held in the auditorium at Forney High School, included awards from several local and national veteran’s organizations as well as the Forney ISD Administration. These honors recognized exceptional performers by presenting ribbons, medals and certificates to Forney ISD's finest cadets.

The ceremony brings with it a rich tradition of recognizing cadet leaders that dates back to the first AFJROTC class in 2008. In 2012, the program was redesigned, putting the student first, allowing their learning experiences to produce agile and capable leaders with the knowledge and ability to assume leadership roles. The cadets look forward to this ceremonial tradition as each will proudly wear the medals and ribbons on their uniforms throughout the day showcasing their achievements.

In addition to the awards, senior Cadets Cierra Jones and Celest Rios who were presented with scholarships from The American Legion Post 591. The money presented will be used to supplement their attendance to the college of their choice.

The following cadets were also recognized for enlisting with United States Air Force, United States Army, and United States Marines Corps: Cadet Jacob Bliven (Air Force), Cadet Taylor Pearson (Air Force), Cadet Karla Rocha (Air Force), Cadet Gregory Balbuena (Army) and Cadet Gunnar Parrish (Marines Corps). All cadets will ship out to basic training this summer to proudly serve their country.

The ceremony ended with the Unit Change of Command where the torch was passed and the Cadet Group Commander Lieutenant Colonel Dustin Hicks assumed command of the Cadet Group. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Below are some of the cadets who received awards and scholarships during the ceremony.

Unit Change of Command to Cadet Group Commander Lieutenant Colonel Dustin Hicks who assumed command of the Cadet Group. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​


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