I know from experience value of high school?s JROTC program

I?m writing about the JROTC program possibly being canceled at the high school. I am a former ROTC member and also a former serviceman. I know from experience this program is a great one and McMinnville has had this program for almost 40 years.

I know it gives discipline and a future for our children. I cannot think of any reason that would be good enough to stop JROTC. Our children are our future. They can be in the street doing drugs or in a program that sends them in the right direction.

Everyone should stop and think about that. You see in the paper people being busted for drugs every day. Is this the future we want for our kids? I say no!

McMinnville residents please help save JROTC. Sign our petitions in stores when you see them. Check the paper for the school board meeting. Be there to support our children.
Wayne Hood
East Main Street
McMinnville