Homecoming, first seen in 1911 at the University of Missouri, is a wonderful event celebrated throughout the US at high schools and colleges. Homecoming is more than just a football game, it encompasses multiple celebratory events such as bonfires, tailgate parties, dances, and the crowning of a King and Queen.
(Editor’s Note: Meyer is Senior Naval Science Instructor of the NJROTC at CHS)
All Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corp programs are required to be inspected by the Area Manager, who is the liaison between the units and the US Navy, at least once every other academic school year to determine whether or not requirements and standards for retention of units in the program are being met. Units not in an evaluation or probation status must complete an “Off-Site Evaluation” during those academic years in which the Area Manager is not performing a Unit Inspection. Off-Site inspection Officers are typically from the local area, and this year, Captain Bob Kerman was invited to perform the inspection for Carson High School. Captain Kerman is the Senior Naval Science Instructor for Churchill County High School’s NJROTC program. Because of limitations due to COVID-19, 22 Naval Science IV cadets, who consist only of seniors, took part in the inspection. This year’s inspection wa