SSS NJROTC Recognized Nationally SMITHFIELD-- The Chief of Naval Education and Training has announced that the Smithfield Selma High NJROTC program has earned the prestigious Unit Achievement Award and has authorized all 2004-2005 SSS cadets to wear the unit achievement ribbon. Each year, 10% of the nation's NJROTC programs are given this special distinction. This award is based on the overall performance of the unit to include drill, academics, community service, marksmanship and military bearing. The Smithfield-Selma High NJROTC is one of only four schools in the state to receive this award. The popularity of the program is exploding at SSS. Since 2003, the student body has grown 11% while the ROTC has grown 40%. AS stated by the area 6 Commander during the annual Military Inspection in February, "The future looks bright for the SSS NJROTC program."
