Schools from CA and AZ Competing to Earn a Spot at Nationals 

CHS Islander Company Hosting Regional Navy Junior ROTC Drill Championships Saturday at Niedermeyer Field

Tomorrow Coronado High School's Navy Junior ROTC unit, known as "Islander Company" will host 650 cadets from the top 16 high school Navy Junior ROTC units in the bi-state region in a multi-event drill meet competition. Students from schools enrolled in the Navy Junior ROTC program will compete in personnel inspection, athletics, academics and five drill events including Colorguard and Armed Exhibition. The top two schools from this competition will be invited to compete at the National Navy Junior ROTC Drill Championships in Pensacola, Florida in April.

The event begins at 7:30 AM and will culminate with an aerial demonstration by the Navy LEAPFROG's Parachute Team and the awards ceremony at 3:00 PM.  All competitions will take place at Niedermeyer Field and Village Elementary's Green Field.

This year, the returning champion Westview High School from Poway will face spirited competition as teams from Troy High School from Fullerton, Paloma Valley High School from Murrieta, and Lemoore High School from Lemoore, look to unseat Westview. Other area schools competing in this regional championship are Mar Vista High School, Ramona High School, Orange Glen High School, and Coronado High School. Spectators are encouraged to attend this demonstration of military precision and enjoy the competition. There is no charge to attend this event.

CHS Athletic Director Given Standing Ovation 

Rotarians Honor Robin Nixon with Service Above Self Award

The Rotary Club of Coronado Wednesday proudly presented CHS Athletic Director Robin Nixon the Bob Watson Service Above Self Award.  The award was given to Robin for the community leadership role she plays as both the Athletic Director and as a teacher/administrator for the school and the entire district. A standing ovation of Rotarians recognized her dedication to the community.

"Robin's support of the CHS student athletes and the youth of Coronado is unparalleled," said Rotarian Jane Braun.  "It was a pleasure to present her with the award today."

This award is presented in honor of the late Past District Governor Robert Watson, in recognition of his personification of "Service Above Self" and good citizenship. Robin was nominated for the award by Rotarians Jim Hardy and Jane Braun.

The award is given quarterly to a Rotarian or a community member for an action or effort that demonstrates or contributes to the highest standards of citizenship while exhibiting Service Above Self.

This statement was submitted by Jim Hardy and Jane Braun and read to Robin and the audience as the award was presented:

As the Coronado High School Athletic Director, Robin Nixon is the linchpin to incredible, first class school sports programs; not just one or two high visibility programs, but across the board serving all of our kids. She does an outstanding job of flawlessly managing and de-conflicting all sports facilities within Coronado Unified School District. Boundless energy and enthusiasm for each and every student, acting both as a role model and an advocate for our students. Selfless of her time, ALWAYS the biggest fan at all CHS sporting events. Further, she is accessible 24/7 to tackle issues that arise at the CHS campus' working many weekends when tournaments or special events are held at CHS.  Robin's leadership in the community ensures that CHS Athletics Program continues to excel despite a shrinking budget.  This is service above self!