In the All Service Division, which includes JROTC schools of all services, MCHS finished third behind two Civil Air Patrol schools, and above all JROTC schools. Civil Air Patrol focuses on an aerospace curriculum, whereas JROTC is primarily a leadership program.

In CyberPatriot, competitors act as cyber security managers, who must defend against, and counter attack, against a cyber attack.

“Our program provides guidance as to the many possible careers where they could become leaders,” said Senior Marine Instructor Major Tom McGrath. “The need for cyber security experts will only expand in the future. CyberPatriot provides a great opportunity for cadets to investigate entering this very lucrative career.”

Master Sergeant Jeff Benak, the Marine Instructor, recognized the expertise provided by faculty advisor Ralph Gee, the Engineering and Technology Instructor at MCHS. “Ralph is such a knowledgeable teacher who is able to provide technical and tactical guidance for our cadets to perform well in this competitive environment.”

This year’s team was composed of 1 senior, 1 sophomore, and 3 freshmen. McGrath is optimistic that the team will grow next year. It is open to students of all grades, but they must be enrolled in the MCJROTC. There is no cost for this or any other MCJROTC extracurricular activity.