Clarksville Christian School (CCS) is set to enhance its educational offerings with the launch of the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps for Christian Schools (CJROTC), led by Sgt. Maj. John Witherspoon.
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clarksville Christian School (CCS) is set to enhance its educational offerings with the launch of the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps for Christian Schools (CJROTC), led by Sgt. Maj. John Witherspoon. This new program aligns with CCS's commitment to holistic education, fostering academic excellence, social development, physical fitness and spiritual growth among its students.
"I am excited to develop this program for the students of Clarksville Christian School and look forward to leading them with the same dedication I had for my soldiers," said Witherspoon, who recently retired from the U.S. Army Special Forces. Throughout his career, he served in various positions, including special forces medical sergeant, team sergeant, first sergeant and sergeant major, with multiple combat deployments. Witherspoon grew up in Norfolk, Nebraska, before joining the U.S. Army in 1996.
The CJROTC program, custom-designed for Christian and private schools, operates under the motto "We build better individuals." This is achieved through a rigorous training regimen that includes leadership, discipline, physical fitness and life skills. In conjunction with the curriculum, Witherspoon aims to create a learning environment enriched with coaching and mentoring, sharing his extensive experiences with the students.
"After nearly two years of planning, we are excited to establish this program at Clarksville Christian School," CCS President Brad Moser said. "Our research showed that CJROTC is the perfect fit for our school, offering the benefits of traditional JROTC programs combined with a Christian perspective. We are proud to enhance Clarksville's strong military heritage through this initiative."
Since its inception in 2007, Clarksville Christian School has emphasized the spiritual development of students, integrating STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) throughout its curriculum. Accredited by NCSA and Cognia, CCS strives for excellence in education and strong foundations in faith. With nearly two dozen athletic teams, diverse clubs, student organizations and numerous extracurricular activities and events, CCS provides an environment where students thrive. For more information, visit ClarksvilleChristianSchool.org.
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