Parent involvement is one of the most important parts of our Freedom High School NJROTC program.
Volunteers help create a positive, safe, and successful experience for our cadets at events, competitions, and community activities.
Your time and participation show cadets that teamwork, service, and leadership extend beyond the classroom.
There are two main types of parent volunteering opportunities: Regular Volunteering and Overnight Volunteering.
Regular volunteering includes helping during school-day events, parades, fundraisers, inspections, and drill or academic competitions.
These activities do not require overnight travel and are an excellent way for parents to stay involved and support the unit.
Examples of Regular Volunteer Roles:
Assisting during ceremonies, inspections, and local events
Helping set up or serve at fundraisers and award banquets
Coordinating refreshments, logistics, or transportation
Supporting community service and school-based projects
Why it matters:
Your help allows instructors to focus on training and mentoring while ensuring events run smoothly. Every volunteer effort contributes directly to the success of our cadets and our program.
Some NJROTC activities—such as drill meets, orienteering events, and field trips—require overnight travel.
To ensure the safety and supervision of our cadets, the program must have approved overnight parent volunteers.
Requirements for Overnight Volunteers:
Must complete the Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) Volunteer Application and background screening.
Approval must be received before chaperoning any overnight event.
Volunteers assist with travel, supervision, lodging coordination, and check-ins.
Attend pre-event briefings or instructor meetings when required.
If you have not yet submitted your volunteer form, please do so as soon as possible.
Click the button to Complete the HCPS Volunteer Application
Every NJROTC event—whether it’s a local ceremony or a regional competition—depends on the help of parents like you.
Your support makes it possible for our cadets to grow as leaders, represent Freedom High School with pride, and build lifelong skills in service and teamwork.
Together, we uphold the values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment that define our program and community.