Woodbridge Senior High School Army JROTC
Your go-to source for the first and best Army JROTC program in PWCS.
Woodbridge Senior High School Army JROTC
Your go-to source for the first and best Army JROTC program in PWCS.
Welcome to the 26-27 School Year!
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Welcome to Vikings JROTC
Woodbridge High School Vikings JROTC is an Army JROTC program that offers a wide range of activities and opportunities for students. Our program focuses on developing leadership skills, physical fitness, and teamwork through various activities such as running, marching, participating in parades and Drill/Raider competitions with other schools. We strive to inform the community about our program and provide an easy way for them to get in touch with us. Our website features information about our program, a calendar of upcoming events, and contact details to help you connect with us.
October 10th PT Drill
The Events
The cadet challenge is a physical fitness test of endurance, speed, strength, and mentality. On Saturday, October 10th, 2026, cadets completed the 1-mile run and as many push-ups/sit-ups they could do in 1 minute. While other students slept in on their Saturday morning, Woodbridge cadets woke up early and gave it their all! We are immensely proud of the cadets who attended and gave 100% of their effort, and we look forward to seeing the improvement at the end of the year!
Drill & Ceremony
After PT was completed, cadets practiced marching with their companies for the upcoming homecoming parade on October 23rd. Company commanders & first sergeants took charge of their companies and led them in cadence. Our mission as a battalion to make our cadets the best citizens they can be is underway, and our leadership did an outstanding job leading the cadets!
Awards
Congratulations to C/SSG Rayan Lajnef & cadet Eden Le for winning the top male & top female athletes! They blew the competition out of the water! We would also like to recognize the recruiters who took the time out of their day to come out and help grade our cadets. All recruiters who showed up received the Viking Battalion challenge coin to show our appreciation for their act of selflessness! NO SLACK! NO EXCUSES!
AUSA 2026
What is AUSA?
AUSA, also known as the Association of the United States Army, hosts one of the largest professional development and defense expositions in the world. Each year in the nation's capital, defense companies and military leaders from around the world showcase their newest technology and ideas. The hundreds of exhibits throughout the event feature educational opportunities, military equipment, and new weapons technology. With tens of thousands of attendees each year, AUSA is considered one of the most important gatherings for the United States Army.
The Exposition
The exposition primarily focuses on the military and defense industry. Large companies and government organizations present their newest and most impressive technology. Many booths showcased firearms, vehicles, drones, robots, and other advanced technological systems that cadets were able to interact with firsthand. Cadets interested in ROTC took advantage of exhibits from various universities to help determine their next steps after high school. AUSA served as a valuable learning experience for the cadets of Woodbridge Senior High School, and we look forward to attending again next year.
The Luncheon
Later in the day, the cadets attended the luncheon. They were able to listen to speeches from high-ranking officers who shared valuable life lessons and ideas that could be applied throughout their lives. Cadets were not only treated to a great meal provided by the U.S. Army, but also enjoyed live music, dancing, and audience participation, which kept spirits high and created memories they will remember for years to come. As a battalion, we are very grateful for the people we met, the gifts we received, and the lessons we learned. No Slack! No Excuses!
2026 Drill & Color Guard Nationals
Meet the Team's Leadership
For the 25-26 school year, the Viking drill team commander C/1LT Emmanuel Fadli, his executive officer C/1LT Miguel Torres, and the color guard/exhibition commander C/1LT Armaan Ghaffari brought the Viking drill team to Daytona Beach nationals. After placing first in the armed division at the Fort Lee best of the best competition and securing their place at regionals, the team worked tireless afternoons practicing. After placing 5th in the armed division at the North Carolina regional best of 4th brigade competition, the team secured their place at Daytona Beach nationals!
Armed Exhibition Drill
Competition day began early in the morning with the exhibition platoon's performance. Led by cadet Ghaffari, the platoon successfully put on a show. Later that morning, cadet Ghaffari had an impressive solo showcasing his unique skills and dedication to the art. That afternoon, cadets Iraheta and Ghaffari had their duet where they showed off their coordination and unbreakable bond.
Drill & Color Guard
Early in the morning, Cadet Ghaffari led an almost flawless color guard routine, which greatly reflected their previous performance in North Carolina where our color guard had placed 1st in the armed division. Cadet Fadli also ran a great inspection platoon that left the head judge impressed with his improvement since the regional competition. The Viking battalion is proud of their achievement after spending countless hours after school and on weekends practicing. The bond the team created this year is unmatched and will forever be an unforgettable experience. The new drill team commander C/1LT Miguel Torres, his new executive officer C/2LT Sofia Atiki, and the new color guard commander and executive officer, C/1LT Amaya Johnson and C/2LT Sammer Abdul Razak are dedicated to bringing the team back to nationals in San Antonio next year.