The event will emphasize the contribution of veterans, Sgt Maj. Herman M. Atalig, JROTC senior army instructor said.
“This will be the first it will be held on Rota, if not in the CNMI,” Atalig said, as he encouraged other schools in the commonwealth to follow suit.
The flag folding ceremony will be conducted in conjunction with the social studies department of Rota High School under the leadership of principal Sharlene Manglona.
Atalig said they are proud that Rota students, especially the cadets, will honor veterans.
“This is the initiative of the JROTC, and we hope to continue this event every year.”
Since its inception, he added, the JROTC has been involved in significant ceremonies and events on island.
On Wednesday, the JROTC will pay tribute to veterans at Veterans Memorial Park.
Atalig said Rota has 105 veterans and 70 in active service.
Rota Mayor Joseph S. Inos will be the guest speaker, Cadet 2Lt Jeannida Ogo will read a message from the White House while Cadet SSG Roneta Atalig will deliver the governor‘s proclamation.
Municipal leaders and family members will lead the wreath-laying ceremony in memory of the 15 Rota veterans — Norbert Apatang, Antonio Atalig, Thomas Atalig Sr., Vicente M. Ayuyu, David S. Bamba, Leroy A. Camacho, Michael M. Calvo, Robert S. Calvo, Joe Junior G. Charfauros, Pedro H. Hocog, Richards Hardy, Beato H. Manglona, Joseph C. Manglona, Pedro I. Ogo and Mariano S. Sablan.
The Department of Public Safety will perform a rifle salute during the ceremony.
Retired 1Sgt Edwin M. Tabunar said the JROTC will continue to support “our families, our communities, and our school in upholding our American way of life.”
