Fiddlers Convention The cadets had a grand ol' time at the Fiddlers Convention in March. They helped with concessions and used their breaks to enjoy the bluegrass competitions, and they look forward to helping out again next year. Military Ball Rossview JROTC's annual Military Ball was held on Valentines Day, and love was in the air...along with all the other things that go with a teen dance. Seniors were honored, smoothies were enjoyed, and there was popping, locking, and dropping all around. It was a night that won't soon be forgotten. Winter Promotions, Brrr! Cadets braved the icy roads to come to school and be promoted. They made sure they shined up their brass for both the most informal annual promotions of RHS and for the Battalion Pictures. Q108 Toy Drive The cadets of Rossview High School spent the whole weekend sitting out in the cold so they could raise money and toys to bring Christmas to little children. They joined Q108 and set up outside Toys R Us to accept donations while they broadcasted on the radio. Darth Vader even showed up for some holiday cheer. Veterans Day Rossview High School’s JROTC hosted their Veterans Day Program on November 7, 2008. They commemorated American Veterans, both alive and lost. A Special Tribute Video was presented, along with a poem, music from the band, and the speeches from three people who were touched by the military. Two were students in the school: Harlin Miller and Kristen Casica.  The third was a veteran: CW2 Rene Llanos. After the speeches, JROTC performed  the Missing Veterans Presentation, and their varsity color guard presented the colors.  To conclude the ceremony, the guest speaker, CW2 Llanos, was awarded a gift from JROTC for attending the ceremony. And the next day was the Veterans Day Parade where RHS marched with the other schools.. Fall Promotions/Grog Bowl Ceremony The Hawk Battalion gathered at the end of October for their annual promotions and ceremony. They were cycled through the promotion line to receive the credit they deserve, and afterwards, the staff and command added their own individual ingredients to the grog for the cadets to enjoy with their pizza. After a little mingling, they moved on to the pie throw where the underclassmen were allowed to show their appreciation for their staff's hard work. Domestic Violence Awareness Program In mid-September, Fifteen cadets were requested specifically from Rossview High School based on prior performances to help with the Community Awareness Day at Draughons Junior College. The cadets performed proficiently, and the day was a complete success. Homecoming The school celebrated the start of another year. Each day of the week, students dressed up in crazy costumes, and the different classes competed to be the best. At the end of the week, there was a parade and a game, during which the sweethearts were presented, including our own Battalion Commander, C/LTC Annessa Motes Women Veterans of America The WVA asked for the RHS varsity color guard to post the colors at their meeting in mid-September of 2008 after seeing them marching in the Veterans' Day Parade the year prior. A bugler from Rossview High School was also requested to perform taps. They were very thankful for the battalion's appearance. Back to School BBQ In mid-August the cadets gathered to have a blast and  socialize at the Back to School BBQ. They had fun  climbing the rock wall and throwing footballs with other cadets, and returning cadets socialized with the new Let 1's, creating new ties in the program. The Hawk Battalion goes to Summer Camp At the beginning of June, select cadets participated in Summer Camp at Wendel Ford These cadets were put through a week of rigorous exercise and team building activities which tested how well they functioned as a team.  They also had many opportunities to learn their own capabilities during activities like rappelling, which tested their bravery and perseverance, or the obstacle course, which allowed them a chance to work together and think outside the box.       Page edited 03-25-09