47°F
weather icon Clear

High school JROTC seeks donations for the upcoming school year

Students from Pahrump Valley High School Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps need some extra help to fund the upcoming school year.

While being funded partially by the Nye County School District and the United States Army, the JROTC program at Pahrump Valley High School still needs to find money to fund the upcoming school year’s events such as the annual military ball, supplies and competitions.

Lt. Col. Patrick Nary commands the JROTC unit at the high school and has 26 years of experience with the Army, and just recently came to the high school last year.

Nary explained that he is retired from the army and now his goal as the commanding officer is to help the young people of Pahrump become better people.

“Sixty percent of the students at Pahrump Valley High School fall under the free and reduced lunch service,” Nary Said. “When we start looking at that, in order for them to maintain their uniforms, haircuts and have the right clothing items such as black socks and white t-shirts, we have to ensure they have a way to get all of that.”

Nary stated that his goal for the upcoming year is to have enough supplies for all the incoming JROTC students.

Nary explained that JROTC was first designed to motivate teenagers into going into the Army; however now the goal is to motivate young people to become better citizens.

JROTC focuses on life skills and character building. According to Nary, JROTC students must maintain a C average in every class to keep a high rank and that grades are checked every week. Nary also explained that if students are struggling in school they set up lessons in every subject to help the student.

JROTC teaches young people vital life skills such as leadership, communication, discipline, and how to set and keep standards.

Fenny Descuatan, JROTC Battalion Commander for the upcoming school year, explained the benefits of being in JROTC.

“Being in JROTC helps us prepare for real life after high school,” Descuatan said. “It made me a better person, a better leader and communicator.”

Car washes are what the JROTC hope will help them make additional money. Each car wash generates around $800 - $1,000.

On Saturday the battalion will have a donation only car wash at Saddle West Hotel, Casino &RV Resort from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

During the school year the unit will also hold a Penny War, and raffles for big prizes to also aid with funding.

Many companies and members of the community help support the JROTC. Sheer Talent helps give free haircuts to cadets who cannot purchase them on their own. GI USA, and Linda DeMayo also help out with donations.

There will be an additional car wash on August 1 at 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

If you have any questions about the JROTC program at the Pahrump Valley High School please call 775-727-7737 extension 2134.

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook.
THE LATEST
Beatty Clinic gets tons of help with new a/c

BEATTY — The Beatty Foundation, an affiliate of AngloGold-Ashanti (AGA), did tons of good at the Beatty Clinic on March 22. Nine tons, exactly.

11th Annual Chili Cook-Off brings tempting tastings and festival fun

The 11th Annual International Chili Society and Silver State Chili Cook-Off took over Petrack Park this past weekend for three days filled with savory tastings, fun and activities and of course, some intense culinary competition.

Pahrump homeschoolers dance the night away

Pahrump Valley’s homeschool youth were whisked away into the Enchanted Forest this month, with local Moose Lodge #808 hosting a night of dancing and revelry in honor of an age-old adolescent right-of-passage, prom.

Looking for some family fun for Easter? Hop over to Simkins Park

Anyone looking for a fun, family-friendly festivity to enjoy this holiday can hop on over to Simkins Park to join the Mills family as they celebrate Easter Sunday with worship music, free food and an enormous 14,000-egg hunt that is sure to bring a smile to hundreds of faces.

Campground fees to increase at Death Valley National Park

DEATH VALLEY, Calif. — Visitors to Death Valley National Park can expect a slight increase in entrance fees for various campgrounds beginning on May 1.

Clerk staffer Cori Freidhof appointed interim leader

Nye County Clerk Mark Kampf’s time in office officially comes to a close on March 31 and deputy clerk Cori Freidhof has now been selected to assume that vacated seat. Freidhof will take over the office as of Monday, April 1 and fulfill the unexpired term ending Jan. 1, 2027.

Gaming can have impact on us

When does gaming cross the line from recreational relaxation to problematic behavior? How do video games and gambling relate? What resources are available for those who find themselves struggling to control their relationship with video games and gambling?

County eyeing impact fee increases

The cost to develop in Pahrump could go up, with a public hearing on a proposal to raise local impact fees set for next month.

Here’s who filed as political candidates in Nye County

Locals have filed their political candidacy as of March 15 and this year two major offices in Nye County will be up for grabs in the general election. Nye County residents have to first narrow down their preferred party candidate on June 11 in the primary and then vote in November to support their preferred candidates.