From Page 2: Change of Command

to prove themselves. “This is the time to shine,” declared Xavi Lugo ‘25. “We sophomores really need to step up. This is the year we truly showcase our leadership potential if we haven’t started already. I’m hoping to get a good leadership position to finish the year and to start the next school year. I think my class has a lot of great leaders within, and I cannot wait to see it start to project.”

The cadre feels very confident in the next class and believes that the new sponsoring officers will grow in leadership skills and be able to carry the torch to greatness among the military aspect of the school. The commandant is especially excited, and ready to help these officers fulfill their duties and teach them what it means to be a leader rather than a boss. “This year is even more competitive than last year,” stated Commandant of Cadets Col. Walker. “It is highly competitive, there have been a lot of applicants, and there aren’t many spots, so it will be hard to decide.

“The seniors had a chance to put in their recommendations, juniors were able to rank each other, and teachers have a lot of influence with knowing students behavior and work ethic, but ultimately, the cadre, specifically the commandant and the head of school, will decide the final names.

“This year’s officers did a great job, it seemed like we were always moving in the right direction,” added Walker. “They made some good changes, but there is always room for improvement, so I am excited to see what changes happen with this next officer corps.”

Although saying goodbye to their school is in the very near future, the sponsoring officers are ready to pass on their rank and feel comfortable with the prospect of new corps leadership.

“It has been great,” said Honor Platoon Commander Jacob Rose ‘23. “But I think that all of us are just ready to pass on the torch and get to graduation. I am excited to see what the next officers do and who takes my spot as Honor Platoon commander.”