![]() By Alexandra Romo For many years, Hubbard’s J.R.O.T.C. program has been the only Chicago Public Schools to attend the annual All Services National High School Drill Team Championships in Daytona Beach, Florida. Being in the Master’s Division, the drill teams have made an outstanding impression representing our school. They compete against the best high school drill teams in the nation for the chance to be named National Champions. Retired Lieutenant Colonel John Wargo and his cadets dedicate themselves to the many drill teams in the program. They begin practice while visiting a historical Fort in Florida. at 6 in the morning on school days for about 1 to 2 hours. Practice may even take place during vacation days if the building is open. For many seniors, this was an everyday routine for four years. “No one can really do what we do if you think about it. And it’s amazing to think that you’re a part of something different,” comments Regimental Commander, Cadet Colonel Amanda Valencia, Div. 402, about competing at Nationals. With all the beautiful distractions in Daytona Beach, Blacksheep, H-Squad, and Scarlett Griffin members disciplined themselves by practicing in the Florida weather and then enjoying free time after. Those hours of practice did not go to waste for two of our H-Squaders, Cadet Command Sergeant Major David Sanchez, Div. 407, and Cadet Captain Salvador Villareal, Div. 405, placed 5th in the Armed Duet competition. Their accomplishment was even broadcast nationally on DrillNation.net for many to see at home. Considering that drilling takes a vast amount of discipline and practice, 5th place in the Master’s Division of The Nationals is something to be exceptionally proud of. Colonel Wargo has done an exceptional job with the J.R.O.T.C. program. The cadets have proudly represented our school with their hard work and dedication.
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