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2025-2026 Area 7 Distinguished Unit Award!
Thomson High School NJROTC Unit was established in 2008 under the leadership and guidance of Commander, Naval Service Training Command, Rear Admiral Arnold Lotring, McDuffie County School System Superintendent, Dr. Mychelle Rhodes, Thomson High School Principal, Rudolph “Rudy” Falana, Senior Naval Science Instructor, Captain Robert Brewer (USN, Retired) and Naval Science Instructor, Gunnery Sergeant Larry Dunn (USMC, Retired). Originally assigned to NJROTC Unit 12 until 2023 the unit has seen notable growth and success. Now having been assigned to Area 07 of the NJROTC Program we are looking forward to working with the schools within the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) of Georgia and South Carolina and our current assigned Area Manager, CAPT Jerry Hupp.
Unit Awards
Bravo Zulu – 2016, 2018
Unit Achievement – 2020
Distinguished Unit – 2024, 2025, 2026
Our
Mission
The Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) program's mission is "To install in Cadets the value of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment."
Cadet Creed
I am a Navy Junior ROTC Cadet.
I strive to promote patriotism and become an informed and responsible citizen.
I respect those in positions of authority.
I support those who defend freedom and democracy around the world.
I proudly embrace the Navy's core values of honor, courage and commitment.
I am committed to excellence and the fair treatment of all.