[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 76 (Wednesday, May 19, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E878]
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   IN HONOR OF RANCOCAS VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL'S NJROTC PROGRAM

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                           HON. JOHN H. ADLER

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 19, 2010

  Mr. ADLER of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today for the purpose 
of honoring the Rancocas Valley Regional High School's NJROTC program, 
which has been honored as a distinguished unit by the United States 
Navy. The program, which was established at the school in 1975, has 
been recognized for the seventh straight year for its academic, 
leadership and professional development.
  The Rancocas Valley Regional High School's Navy Junior ROTC program, 
led by Bert DeJong, a retired lieutenant commander from the Coast 
Guard, and Dave Aupperle, a retired Navy chief petty officer, includes 
more than 100 students. The cadets learn about various naval topics and 
participate in such activities as drill competitions, community service 
and physical fitness training. Throughout their history, the Rancocas 
Valley unit has won many awards, including a state championship in 
drills and a first-runner up in the Northeast regional drills 
competition.
  Additionally, the unit performs a great deal of community service, 
including parades, a walk to benefit children with Down syndrome, a 
cleanup day in Eastampton, NJ, veterans and senior citizens dinners, 
recycling efforts, work with the local Elks lodge, and assisting 
families of military personnel serving abroad.
  I am extremely proud of the unit for their continuous example of 
leadership and community service. Madam Speaker, I hope that you will 
join me in commending the Rancocas Valley Regional High School's Navy 
Junior ROTC program.

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