JROTC Panther Battalion

The RYSS JROTC program empowers students to become confident leaders, responsible citizens, and active members of their community. Through leadership training, teamwork, community service, and hands-on learning experiences, cadets develop discipline, character, and valuable life skills that prepare them for success in high school, college, and future careers. 

Join a program that challenges you to grow, serve, and lead with confidence!

Major Shawn Morton (US Army, retired)

Major Morton retired from the Army in 2017. His career assignments include Combat Medic, Laboratory Technician, Research Assistant, Combat Engineer, and Medical Officer. He served as Platoon Leader (Manager) for 25 men, Company Executive Officer, Company Commander of Basic Training (200 men), Battalion Executive Officer (5000 men), and Brigade Executive Officer (17000 men).

His education includes an A.S in Physics, B.S in Chemistry, B.S in Medicine, and M.A in Homeland Security. He has also been involved in working alongside FEMA and the National Guard Bureau and holds accreditation as a civil affairs officer.

Maj Morton has a passion for teaching. He arrived at RYSS Early College at Broadway in 2021. He now holds the position as the school’s Senior JROTC instructor for grades 9-12.