Author: JAYLEEN VALENTIN

On October 18th, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion Raider Team showcased outstanding commitment and training by competing against six other schools in the demanding Southfork Regional Raider Meet. Both the male and female divisions faced identical, rigorous challenges: the 3-mile run, Rope Bridge, CCR (Cross Country Run), Fitness Test, and Fitness Challenge. The Male Team delivered a powerful performance, securing 1st place in the 3-mile run, Fitness Challenge, and Fitness Test. They also earned a strong 2nd place in the CCR and Rope Bridge events. Mirroring this success, the Female Team took 1st place in both the … Read More

On October 18, 2025, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion JROTC proudly served as the color guard for a Professional Golf Association (PGA) golf tournament. The Detail’s participation showcased the school and JROTC program with precision and pride during the ceremony. The color guard included Cadet Captain Kamron Harris carrying the U.S. flag, Cadet Command Sergeant Major Micah Rutter with the state flag, Cadet First Sergeant Christopher McKay as the right guard, and Cadet Captain Axel Andrade as the left guard. The cadets presented the colors at the Wanamaker Course, near the clubhouse, before the tournament’s start. Their … Read More

On September 27, 2025, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion Raider Team proved their toughness at the Southfork Raider Meet. The cadets delivered an incredible display of skill and perseverance through the event’s demanding physical and tactical challenges. Their performance was a direct result of hard work and disciplined training. The team worked flawlessly together throughout the competition, demonstrating that exceptional teamwork was the core of their success. The meet highlighted their shared strength, discipline, and the unbreakable bond defining the Jaguar Battalion, making the entire school proud of their commitment. The Male Team proudly took 2nd Place Overall, while the Female Team secured an outstanding 1st Place Overall victory. These results … Read More

On Friday, September 19, 2025, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion participated in the POW/MIA ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park to pay tribute to Prisoners of War (POW) and those Missing in Action (MIA). The event was conducted to honor and show respect to the sacrifices of service members who never returned home. The ceremony took place at Veterans Memorial Park at 6 P.M. Cadets stood in formation, held a candlelight vigil in honor of the POW/MIA, presented the colors, and took part in a solemn tribute that reminded the community of the bravery and sacrifices of all … Read More

On September 17, 2025, the Port Saint Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion hosted its first Blood Drive of the year, making a significant impact by helping save over 132 lives in collaboration with OneBlood. A total of 44 students, teachers, and staff members participated in the event. Cadets were assigned different roles to ensure the blood drive ran smoothly. Some cadets were responsible for checking in donors to confirm their eligibility, while others acted as “runners,” retrieving students from their classes to donate and escorting them back after they had donated.  Additionally, a group of cadets assisted in the recovery … Read More

On September 13, 2025, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion proudly participated in a community fundraiser hosted at Publix. The event was organized to raise funds in support of the Battalion, providing essential resources for cadet field trips, the military ball, and future cadet competitions.  The cadets chosen to represent the program were Lieutenant Colonel Rebecca Guison, Major Bryan Juarez De Leon, Captain Jayleen Valentin, Captain Rilee Baker, Captain Shawna Caswell, Captain Axel Andrade, Captain Kamron Harris, Captain Jaden McCown, Captain Cadence Preston, Sergeant First Class Shiloh Garrick, Sergeant First Class Emery Fanslau, and Sergeant First Class Trinity … Read More

Our Jaguar Battalion would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the National Guard for their generous contribution to our JROTC program. Their support has made a tremendous impact on our cadets and the opportunities we are able to provide. With their donation, we were able to rewrap our JROTC trailer, giving it a fresh new look that proudly represents who we are as a battalion. This trailer not only serves as transportation for our equipment but also as a moving symbol of our program’s pride and professionalism wherever we go. The National Guard’s generosity shows their commitment to … Read More