[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 85 (Monday, May 17, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E531]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        CONGRATULATING THE OZARK HIGH SCHOOL ARMY JROTC PROGRAM

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 17, 2021

  Mr. LONG. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Ozark High 
School Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AJROTC), for 
receiving National Championships in four separate disciplines, Raider 
Competition, Air Rifle Three Position Competition, Armed Drill 
Competition, and Unarmed Drill Competition. This is the first time in 
the history of AJROTC that one school has accomplished such a feat.
  First created in 1916, AJROTC programs have expanded to over 1,700 
schools nationwide. The goal of these programs is to develop Cadets 
into young men and women of impeccable character. A major part of the 
program is the development of leadership skills. As the Cadets 
progress, they are given the opportunity to lead younger Cadets. The 
teaching of the skills molds these men and women into the leaders of 
tomorrow.
  The AJROTC program would not succeed without the hard work of 
dedicated instructors. There are currently nearly 4,000 instructors 
nationwide. They come from a variety of backgrounds and are all retired 
from either active duty, reserve duty, or the National Guard. Among 
these dedicated individuals are 3 instructors from Ozark High School. 
Major Danny Cazier, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jason Allen, and 1st 
Sergeant William Crawford have more than 60 years of Army and Training 
experience. They have worked tirelessly to instill in their Cadets the 
values of citizenship, community and national service, personal 
responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. It is thanks to their 
hard work that Ozark High School AJROTC accomplished so much this year.
  The Cadets of Ozark High School AJROTC are incredibly hard-working 
individuals. They begin their practices at 5:00 am, and they frequently 
sacrifice their Saturdays to the competitions. Their Drill Team also 
provides Ceremonial Color Guard for a variety of community events. All 
of this is in addition to their schoolwork.
  Madam Speaker, it is clear that our nation needs more young men and 
women who demonstrate a strong devotion to their community and country. 
The cadets of Ozark High School AJROTC live these values every day. I 
commend Major Cazier, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Allen, and 1st Sergeant 
Crawford, and all the Cadets of Ozark High School for their historic 
achievements this past year and wish them well in their future 
competitions.

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