MARVIN SHIELDS BATTALION
BENEFITS
Cadets
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New lifelong friends
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Eligibility for military advanced pay grade programs
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College scholarships
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Community service hours both locally and state-wide
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Sense of accomplishment from overcoming obstacles
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Networking with the local and state professionals
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Virtues of good citizenship and strong moral principles
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Feelings of pride, camaraderie, respect, and honor
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Participate in NSCC International Exchange Program
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Ribbons earned based on individual and unit accomplishments
Adults
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Shape capable and competent Sailors and Officers
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Networking both locally and nationally
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Earn rank as an officer within the program
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Experience unique training opportunities in field, medical, scuba, special forces, STEM, and more.
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Promote the value of an alcohol-free, drug-free, and gang-free lifestyle
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Help build the next generation of leaders with good citizenship and strong moral principles
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Equip today's youth with necessary knowledge to pursue their military or civilian career path
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Learn military bearing, customs, and courtesies
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Surround yourself with those who honor our veterans and the armed forces
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Give back through our community service efforts
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Earn Reserve Drill Time and/or Drill Time Points
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Earn Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal