Training Day #5

Parents, please remember to write your recruit. They are better acquainted with the daily routine and more comfortable in their surroundings, however, reassurance and support from home will go a long way toward relieving anxiety and tension. Help them cross the finish line. It is acceptable to send letters and cards. Please, if your are going to send a care package make sure there is a degree of moderation, too much of a good thing like cookies or brownies can work contrary to our training goals. But, anything you send they'll get, but they'll be sharing. The intensity will continue to increase as we are enter the high-adventure segment of the training schedule.

Training Day #4

Too often these days, young people are not exposed to regular exercise or strenuous activities. This causes a decrease in energy production and a decline in motivational drive leading to a lethargic standard of living. Our recruits rise before sunrise and complete more tasks before 8:00 am than many people do throughout the day. To effectively develop tomorrow’s leaders, we aim to create healthy and enduring habits which can be implemented long after our recruits graduate from Basic Cadet Training.




Leadership encompasses responsibility. Recruits are taught to be accountable for themselves, their gear, and both personal and common areas. Each day, they sweep and mop the barracks including their sleeping quarters, hallways, and restrooms. After every meal, recruits have alternating assignments on “mess duty;” where they are expected to help serve food to fellow recruits and wash dishes. After completing 16 days of Basic Cadet Training, your child will be skilled and proficient enough to assist with household chores.




To their amazing credit, and with only four days of training under their belts, our recruits marched with remarkable pride and precision in an early 4th of July parade hosted by the nearby town of Carlisle. Led by the Company Commander Captain Macon, some recruits marched behind the Honor Guard provided by the Kentucky National Guard, while others walked the crowd selling American flags on behalf of the U.S. Army Cadet Corps to hundreds of spectators, many of whom have a connection to the former Millersburg Military Institute. A large number of parade observers expressed delight for what has become of their historical treasure.

Training Day #3

The successful completion of group tasks and encouragement from fellow recruits, Troop Handlers, or Drill Sergeants is proving to be a winning recipe for success. Whether our recruits commit to the military, manage a small not-for-profit organization, or travel the cosmos they are becoming equipped with leadership skills, discipline, and other proficiencies that will guide them throughout the years to come.





Academically our recruits were educated on Army history, which lends itself to respect and appreciation for historical events and past sacrifices. Military customs and courtesies translate into civility, politeness and consideration toward others. The courses specific to hazing and fraternization, counsels against harassment, abuse and the humiliation of others, as well as guarding against inappropriate relationships and unethical behavior. The knowledge received is transferable to any social environment.

Training Day #2

Proud, motivated, and accomplished are words that illustrate the state of mind of all personnel in the Annual Training Battalion. The standards and expectations established on Arrival Day are no longer daunting or overwhelming. Repetition, repetition, repetition is helping to instill self-confidence and a willingness to tackle any challenge presented. If measured, that buoyancy would be depicted as a bright and shining beacon with visibility from space.




Again, only the U.S. Army can create soldiers. The mission of the U.S. Army Cadet Corps is “"To instill in young Americans, through a multi-faceted Army Cadet program which is physically and mentally challenging and rewarding, the importance of national pride, service to others and maintaining a drug-free and gang-free lifestyle." The effort and hard work exhibited by our recruits is rewarded with access to occasional indulgences and entertainment. Recruits and Cadets have access to sweets, gaming and an evening of camaraderie amongst each other.