BRANSON, MO (July 7, 2025) – Branson High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (AFJROTC) has earned the Distinguished Unit Award with Merit for the 2024-2025 school year.
The Distinguished Unit Award with Merit recognizes the personal growth and accomplishments of the cadets, contributions of the instructors as mentors, and the support of the school and local community.
The announcement was made by Matthew E. Tipton, Colonel, USAF, Director, HQ AFJROTC. “Certainly, numerous AF/SF JROTC units are doing great things in their respective communities, but these units truly represent the best of our 828 AF/SF JROTC units worldwide. The cadets, instructors, and schools are to be commended for earning their award,” stated Colonel Tipton in an earlier release.
Branson High School AFJROTC instructor, Major Gary Maki, USAF (retired), shares how this achievement honors the program and the cadets. “This award isn’t just about recognition - it reflects the character, leadership and commitment to excellence that our cadets bring to the program,” said Maki. “We are very appreciative of the support provided to the program by the district and Branson High School. I’m so proud of how our cadets represent BHS and our community.”
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The above press release is from Branson Public Schools.
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