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Cadets from our Air Force JROTC Raider Team traveled to Eastern View High School this week to compete in a rope bridge competition. A rope bridge is a temporary, suspended crossing made from rope that allows the cadets to move from one point to another. Cadets tie their own rope seat, secure an anchor line on each side of the obstacle, then, one by one, they clip onto the rope and pull themselves across to the other side. Our Raider Team demonstrated technical skill, strength, determination, and, most importantly, teamwork, as they worked together to build and navigate their rope bridge.
Beyond the physical competition, cadets had the opportunity to connect with peers from six other Virginia JROTC units representing the Air Force, Army, and Marine Corps. They exchanged ideas, shared experiences, and made valuable peer connections. Overall, it was an outstanding day of teamwork, leadership, growth, and camaraderie for our Raider Team.
 We celebrated our newest NTHS members this week at our annual NTHS Induction Ceremony. Congratulations to our 72 new members and 46 second-year members!
 Another happy client on grooming day! Our Veterinary Science students will be hosting two FFA community grooming days in the new year - keep an eye out on future newsletters for more information on how to sign up.
 Medical Assistant students have been practicing subcutaneous and intramuscular methods for administering injections as well as suturing.
 Criminal Justice 2 students were visited by MPO Vella and his partner, K9 Presley, who shared about the work they do on the FCPD Bomb Squad.
Learn more about FCPS academies, specialized programs, and high school CTE courses at the Pathway Fair on Wednesday, December 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., in the Robinson Secondary School cafeteria.
Central office leaders and academy counselors will share insights about CTE programs, courses, and opportunities across FCPS.
Find additional information, including dates for academy open houses. Contact Bonnie Wannett with questions.
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