Starkville HS JROTC "Yellow Jacket" Battalion

Schedules, teacher assignments and open houses... oh my! The start of the new school year will be here soon, and our campuses are excited to welcome the for important Back to School events! Visit the link below for a full list and save the dates!

🐝 https://www.starkvillesd.com/jacketnews/news/1828144/save-the-dates-socsd-announces-2026-2027-back-to-school-events

We can't wait to see you again, Jackets!

Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, and father figures who lead with strength, love, and dedication.

Today, we honor the sacrifices you make, the values you instill, and the positive impact you have on the lives of those around you. Your guidance, support, and unwavering commitment help shape future generations and strengthen our families and communities.

Wishing you a day filled with appreciation, pride, and time spent with those you cherish most.

Happy Father’s Day!

For over 251 years, the United States Army has provided countless opportunities to serve our nation while remaining steadfast in its commitment to readiness, warfighting excellence, discipline, and the Army Values that define our profession. With more than 200 career opportunities for Soldiers and over 500 career paths for Army Civilians, the Army continues to foster personal growth, professional development, and leadership at every level.

As we celebrate this historic milestone, we honor the generations of Soldiers and Army Civilians who have answered the call to serve and defend our nation. Their dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment ensure that the Army remains the world’s premier fighting force.

Happy 251st Birthday U.S. Army — This We’ll Defend!

STEM Camp Complete!

Our cadets have successfully completed leaderSTATE STEM Camp and represented the Yellow Jacket Battalion with excellence. Throughout the camp, they demonstrated outstanding leadership, teamwork, discipline, and a willingness to learn.

We are especially proud that our cadets received numerous compliments and praise from the cadre for their positive attitudes, professionalism, and exceptional performance. Their actions reflected the high standards and values of the Yellow Jacket Battalion and Starkville High School.

Congratulations to all of our cadets for a job well done! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment continue to make us proud.

Cadets have safely arrived at Mississippi State University for the Annual leaderSTATE STEM Camp!

Over the next several days, our cadets will engage in hands-on activities, leadership development, and exciting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning opportunities. This experience will challenge them to think critically, work as a team, and explore future educational and career pathways.

We are proud of their commitment to learning and representing the Starkville High School JROTC Yellow Jacket Battalion with professionalism and pride.

Have a great week, Cadets, and make the most of this outstanding opportunity!

PERSONAL COURAGE: Face Fear, Danger, Or Adversity
(Physical Or Moral) With Resolve.

INTEGRITY: Do What Is Right, Legally And Morally, Even When No One Is Watching.

HONOR: Live Up To All The Army Values And Maintain Integrity In Everything We Do.

SELFLESS SERVICE: Put The Welfare Of The Nation, The Army, Our School, And Our Subordinates Before Our Own.