SIXTH IN THE NATION! What a journey for Rayburn JROTC cadets Genesis Garcia, Angelica Teneyuque, Valerie Mejia, and Andres Chacon-Murillo! Representing Sam Rayburn High School and Pasadena Independent School District at JLAB 2025 and placing 6th nationally out of over 1,700 JROTC programs is a testament to their grit, intellect, and teamwork. And clinching 3rd place overall in the knowledge test? That’s elite-level performance.
The JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl is no ordinary competition—it’s a multi-phase challenge that pushes cadets to excel in leadership, academics, and critical thinking. The top 40 teams make it to the national competition in Washington DC. Making it to the top 40 is already a huge feat, but to outperform every other Texas team and finish in the top 10 nationally? That’s legacy-making. 💙
