The Curtis NJROTC program had their Annual Military Inspection, or AMI. The inspection is a yearly requirement wherein the Navy sends a representative to Curtis High School to inspect the entirety of the NJROTC program. The area two Manager Commander Eric Humphreys arrived on the morning of January 8th, 2026, to conduct the one-day inspection.

There are two parts to the AMI: the personal inspection, and the pass and review. The personal inspection is a test of the NJROTC’s core fundamentals, such as the 11 general orders, the ranks in the Navy. Measurements of the uniforms, and the honors. “It was pretty intense during the inspection part, because of the questions they ask you. I felt relieved once it was done,” Jesus Solano expressed.

 Then came the pass and review, where spectators watched the cadets receive awards and then watched the company and teams perform. Cadets received new ribbons, medals, and cords. This ceremony publicly announces the work ethic and dedication of the cadets.“It felt good and accomplished to be valued for all I do, and it was the first time my dad was able to see what I do in the program,” said Albert Sanchez.

  The types of teams we have for the presentation are first year Drill, and Armed Regulation with Armed Exhibition afterwards. The first year cadets follow  standard facing movements, and marching movements that they practice throughout the year.

The armed regulations team holds rifles and performs a more complex routine. The Armed Exhibition is where the rifle team does a complex and synchronized routine incorporating intricate spins, and marching maneuvers. “It was nerve-wracking, for it being my first year in the program but as I saw the teams perform I started to feel at ease, and being interested in them,” said Yoko Ellis.

For the  Pass and Review the company is put into their four platoons awaiting the command of the Commanding officer of “forward march!” The platoons then march past the Area Two manager, saluting as they go. Every platoon follows in their steps going completely around the gym until they go back to their spots to end the ceremony of the AMI. “Compared to last year, there was a great improvement in the program due to the leadership and the cadets giving it their all in their practices to show their work ethic,” Jamiah Dillon shared.