BETHEL NAVY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS
BETHEL HIGH SCHOOL BETHEL, CT
Navy Distinguished Unit Award with Academic Honors:
2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Most Outstanding Unit Award 2024
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Teams
The following are teams oriented in the JROTC curriculum; they are open to any cadet wishing to join.
Drill Team
​​The Drill Team meets every day after school during Drill Seasons. Drill Meets are usually once a month, but vary throughout the year. Bethel hosts our own Drill Meet in November.
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Contact Valentina Oliveira, Drill Master, for more information:
Marksmanship Team
​​The Marksmanship Team meets normally in the winter when marksmanship is taught in class. Different marksmanship competitions happen during Drill Meets throughout the year.
Contact cadet Mark Gmitter, Marksmanship Team Captain, for more information:
Academic Team
​​Cadets who wish to participate in academic challenges or the Academic Bowl should join the Academic Team.
Contact Cadet Preethika Shenoy Academic Officer, for more information:
Lady Leadership
Lady Leadership teaches ladies that it is possible to be a strong leader without sacrificing femininity. Our meetings are twice a month. All ladies are invited! See the calendar for meeting dates/times.
Contact cadets Isabelle Fontaine or Jessica Kinas for more information:
Drone Team
Drone Team offers cadets a place to learn how to fly, race, repair, and manage drones. Drone team competes in drill meets and cadets involved acquire a FAA certification in flying drones. Cadets must be sixteen years old to join.
Contact Cadets James Scott, XO
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Mark Gmitter, team captain for more information:
Current Members
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Mrs. Melissa Zweig
President
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Mrs. Tracy Lombardi
Vice President
Mrs. Kelli Meigs
Treasurer
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Mrs. Romana Uzar
Administrative Officer
Booster Club
The Bethel NJROTC Booster Club works year-round to provide cadets with better opportunities and an overall improved experience in ROTC.
Contact The Booster Club for more information: