Unit Weekly News for 6-12 April 2026
- Col Jeff Wilkinson
- Apr 5
- 2 min read
Greetings Parents & Guardians,
We hope your family had a safe and enjoyable spring break. The return to school marks the beginning of the final 7 week stretch toward graduation and the summer Cadet Leadership Course at The Citadel. We will hold a registration meeting for ALL cadets (basic & cadre) on Wednesday from 1600-1700 – we will provide registration forms, cost information, and details about CLC. Cadets need to attend 3 prep sessions each week (two conditioning/workout sessions—mornings or afternoons, and 1 30 count drill training session). If they cannot attend, please speak with the CLC team leaders or an instructor. Preparation is key to success at the CLC Course.
Service Academies: Cadets interested in attending any of the US Service academies are invited to attend SC Service Academy Day on 4/18 in Columbia to meet with senate and congressional delegates for details on nomination processes plus representatives from each of the service academies to answer questions also.
AFJROTC Booster Club Board Nominations Now Open
The Ashley Ridge High School AFJROTC Booster Club is seeking nominations for its 2026–2027 leadership board. The Booster Club supports cadets and program activities through fundraising, volunteer coordination, and helping enhance the overall cadet experience.
The board includes the following roles:
• President – Leads the Booster Club, oversees meetings, and coordinates overall activities.
• Vice President – Supports the President and assists with events, committees, and special projects.
• Secretary – Keeps meeting minutes, manages communication, and maintains organizational records.
• Treasurer – Manages the budget, bank account, and transactions.
Nominees who are not currently on the Board must have a student who will be in the program in 2026-2027. The Booster Club meets once per month during the school year, and board members meet an additional 2–3 times per year.
If you or someone you know is interested in serving, we encourage you to submit a nomination here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F48AEAF22A0F49-63299727-booster
Unit Weekly Schedule Monday April 6th – Sunday April 12th
Morning Flag Detail: Echo Flight
Afternoon Flag Detail: Alpha/Foxtrot
Logistics Sweep Detail: Alpha Flight
Team Supply Cleanup: Command Staff
Monday April 6th
No School – Staff Day
Tuesday April 7th –B Day
Uniform for B-Day flights: OCBs
Fitness Team Practice 0810-0910
CLC Conditioning 1615-1730
Cyber Practice 1610-1730
Drill Practice 1610-1800
Wednesday April 8th –A Day
Uniform for Block and A-Day flights: OCBs
Bible Study ILT
CLC Registration Meeting for Basics and Cadres 1600-1700
Thursday April 9th -B Day
PT for B-day Flights, bring uniforms, hygiene kit, and water bottle
AMS Reality Town Showtime 0700
CLC Conditioning 1615-1730
Drill Practice 1610-1800
Future Fox Night Showtime 1830
Friday April 10th –A Day
PT for Block & A Day Flights, bring uniforms, hygiene kit, and water bottle
Q3 Recovery Due
Saturday April 11th
PCDC Showtime 0615
Sunday April 12th
No Unit Events Planned
Hello Col. Wilkinson, thank you for sharing the detailed weekly news update for the Ashley Ridge High School AFJROTC unit. It sounds like the cadets have an incredibly busy but rewarding stretch ahead as they prepare for the summer Cadet Leadership Course at The Citadel. The emphasis on physical conditioning and drill practice is fantastic for building both discipline and teamwork. With all the demanding physical training and the pressure of the final weeks before graduation, ensuring the cadets prioritize their recovery is just as important as the workouts themselves. Proper rest and muscle recovery play a massive role in maintaining peak performance and avoiding burnout during rigorous training cycles. At Stoked Saunas, we know how essential physical recovery and…