2018 Eagle Battalion Awards Ceremony

Over this past school year Eagle Battalion cadets earned well over 5,000 awards.  The various medals and decorations presented were merit based for excellence in performance.  These awards range from community service where we collected thousands of non-perishable items for needy families during Operation Santa, for extracurricular activities, school support activities, co-curricular teams and many other great deeds performed superbly.  Below is a listing of the great cadets who earned national level and/or internal battalion awards.

Eagle Battalion Special Award - School Year 2017/2018

Sergeant Darrin Potter Leadership and Citizenship Award

Sergeant Darrin Potter Leadership and Citizenship Award – Annually, we select the recipient for the Sergeant Darrin Potter Kentuckian Citizenship and Leadership Award.  Our recipient is an individual who has excelled above and beyond their contemporaries.  This prestigious award is named after Sergeant Darrin Potter, the first Kentucky Army National Guardsman lost in combat since the Vietnam War.  Sergeant Potter was an outstanding young noncommissioned officer who selflessly served his nation in Operation Iraqi Freedom and he also served our local community as a police officer in Jefferson County, Louisville, Kentucky.  Most recently, our 15th Annual Sergeant Darrin Potter Kentuckian Citizenship and Leadership Award was awarded to Mrs. Cathy Conn and Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Barry Lambert.

Lieutenant Colonel Barry Lambert Senior Army Instructor Award

Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Barry Lambert Senior Army Instructor Award - The Lieutenant Colonel Barry Lambert award is presented in honor of the founding North Bullitt High School Army JROTC Eagle Battalion.  The intent of this award is to pay honor to his tireless efforts going from a start-up program to a thriving, fully functioning JROTC program.  Our recipient is the outgoing cadet battalion commander.  Our second annual Lieutenant Colonel Barry Lambert award recipient is Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib. 

Previous Recipients

C/LTC Blake Caudill, Cadet Battalion Commander - School Year 2016/2017
C/LTC Kailah Habib, Cadet Battalion Commander - School Year 2017/2018
C/LTC Dakota James, Cadet Battalion Commander - School Year 2018/2019
TBD - School Year 2019/2020
TBD - School Year ​2020/2021
TBD - School Year 2021/2022
TBD - School Year 2022/2023
TBD - School Year 2023/2024
TBD - School Year 2024/2025
TBD - School Year ​2025/2026

Master Sergeant Richard "Mitch" Mitchell Army Instructor Award

Master Sergeant (Retired) Richard "Mitch" Mitchell Army Instructor Award - The Master Sergeant Richard Mitchell award is presented in honor of the founding North Bullitt High School Army JROTC Eagle Battalion.  The intent of this award is to pay honor to his tireless efforts going from a start-up program to a thriving, fully functioning JROTC program.  Our recipient is selected based on their personal growth as a LET1 cadet.  Our third annual Master Sergeant Richard Mitchell award recipient is Cadet Corporal Anayah Rivas.  

Previous Recipients

C/CPL Chase Wardrip, Squad Leader A1 - School Year 2015/2016
C/SSG Hannah Flaig, Squad Leader B1 - School Year 2016/2017
C/CPL Anayah Rivas, Squad Member A2 - School Year 2017/2018
TBD - School Year 2018/2019
​TBD - School Year 2019/2020
TBD - School Year 2020/2021
TBD - School Year 2021/2022
TBD - School Year 2022/2023
TBD - School Year 2023/2024
​TBD - School Year 2024/2025

External National Level Awards

American Legion JROTC Medal (LET1 level award) – The American Legion Post 157 located in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, presents numerous awards to selected students who excel in Junior ROTC in both scholarly endeavors and superior leadership skills.  The American Legion Gold Medal for Scholastics Excellence was presented to Cadets Willow Morgan and Alysia Rowray.  The American Legion Gold Medal for Military Excellence was presented to Cadets Trevor Hallahan and Joshua Moody.  The American Legion Silver Medal for Scholastics Excellence was presented to Cadets Jessica Chesser and Hunter Mudd.  The American Legion Silver Medal for Military Excellence was presented to Cadets Hope Sparks and Madison Whiting.  The American Legion Bronze Medal for Scholastics Excellence was presented to Cadet Sianne Rivas.  And the American Legion Bronze Medal for Military Excellence was presented to Cadets Dakota Barnett and John Diener.
Association of the United States Army JROTC Medal – The Association of the United States Army recognizes an Army JROTC cadet who best displays the traits and characteristics which embodies the spirit of services to others.   The Association of the United States Army JROTC Medal was present to Cadet Captain Hanah Thompson.
Celebrate Freedom Foundation JROTC Ribbon – The Celebrate Freedom Foundation presents a Junior ROTC award to a selected student who exhibits personal characteristics such a positive attitude toward JROTC and school, outstanding personnel appearance, courteous demeanor and maintains the highest personal and ethical standards.  The Celebrate Freedom Foundation Ribbon was presented to Cadets Lexis Alfes, Kylie Benet, Barrett Hall, Blake Hammond, Destinie Locke and Jacob Skaggs.
Daughters of the American Revolution JROTC Medal (Senior) – The Salt River Chapter of The National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution presents a Junior ROTC award to a selected student who is a graduating senior and who has demonstrated qualities of dependability and a fundamental and patriotic understanding of the importance of Junior ROTC training.  Daughters of the American Revolution JROTC Medal was presented to Cadet Major Claudia Cornett.
Military Officers Association of America – Louisville Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America presents the MOAA Junior ROTC medal and certificate to a selected student for having demonstrated exceptional potential for military leadership as a member of the North Bullitt High School Army Junior ROTC program.  The Military Officers Association of America JROTC Medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Sergeant First Class Austin Brimm.
Military Order of the Purple Heart JROTC Medal – The Louisville Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart presents a Junior ROTC medal and certificate to a selected student who displayed exemplary leadership demonstrated while enrolled in the North Bullitt High School Army Junior ROTC program.  The Military Order of the Purple Heart JROTC Medal and certificate was presented to  Cadet Staff Sergeant Hannah Flaig.
Military Order of the World Wars JROTC Medal – The Louisville Chapter of The Military Order of the World Wars presents a merit based award to selected student who demonstrated outstanding character, with exemplary qualities of military skill, academic excellence and demonstrated leadership ability.  The Military Order of the World Wars JROTC Medal was presented to Cadet Master Sergeant Kenton Skaggs.
National Society United States Daughters of 1812 – The National Society United States Daughters of 1812 present the Junior ROTC medal to a selected student who demonstrates outstanding dedication to citizenship, knowledge of civic responsibility, military orientation, self-discipline and a sound work ethic.  The National Society United States Daughters of 1812 was presented to Cadet Captain Victoria Reinstedler.
National Sojourners – Louisville Chapter 134 of the National Sojourners presents a Junior ROTC medal and certificate to a selected student who encouraged and demonstrated the ideals of Americanism by deed or conduct or both, and has demonstrated potential for outstanding leadership.  The National Sojourners JROTC Medal was presented to Cadet Captain Taylor Perkins.
Reserve Officer's Association Medal - The Louisville Chapter of the Reserve Officer's Association presents a Junior ROTC medal to a selected student who demonstrated outstanding dedication to citizenship, knowledge of civic responsibility, military orientation, self-discipline and a sound work ethic.  The Reserve Officer's Association Medal was presented to Cadet Sergeant Jennifer Connor. 
Scottish Rite of Freemasonry JROTC Medal – The Southern Jurisdiction of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry presents the Junior ROTC medal and certificate to a selected student in recognition of scholastic excellence and demonstrated Americanism in supporting the United States as a member of the North Bullitt High School Army Junior ROTC program.   The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry JROTC Medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib.
Sons of the American Revolution JROTC Medal – The Louisville – Governor Isaac Selby Chapter of The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution presents a medal and certificate to a deserving JROTC cadet.  The Sons of the American Revolution enhance Junior ROTC programs through the recognition of students who demonstrate superior leadership abilities and accomplishments, military bearing as well as possessing both citizenship and scholarly qualities that are personified principles established by our founding forefathers.  The Sons of the American Revolution JROTC medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Staff First Lieutenant Jacob Carley.
Veterans of Foreign Wars JROTC Medal – The Shepherdsville Post 5710 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars presents Junior ROTC medals to selected students in recognition of outstanding achievement and exceptional leadership ability.  The Veterans of Foreign War JROTC medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Sergeant First Class Charlie Broughton, Cadet Sergeant First Class Brett Bonn, Cadet Sergeant Justin Saunders and Cadet Staff Sergeant Dylan Davenport.

External National Level Awards (Continued)

United States Army Nashville Recruiting Battalion JROTC Award – The United States Army Nashville Recruiting Battalion presents the United States Army Recruiting Command Award for Junior ROTC to a selected student who demonstrated qualities of dependability, good character and respect for military discipline and contributions as a member of the North Bullitt High School Army Junior ROTC program.  The United States Army Recruiting Command Award was presented to Cadet Major Chase Wardrip.
United States Army Reserve Scholar/Athlete Award – The United States Army Nashville Recruiting Battalion annually presents the United States Army Reserve Scholar/Athlete Award to a male and female high school students who excelled both in their respective athletic discipline and for the exceptional scholastics qualities they displayed as well.  The United States Army Reserve Scholar/Athlete Award was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Dakota James and Cadet Sergeant Major Savannah Mills.
Kentucky National Guard JROTC Award – The Kentucky National Guard presents an achievement award to a selected student in recognition of superior achievement as a senior level Junior ROTC cadet.  This is the only award presented during our awards ceremony that can be worn on a military uniform as a permanent award while serving as a member of the National Guard.  The National Guard JROTC award was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib.
The Kentucky National Guard Leadership Plaques - The Kentucky National Guard presents an award to selected Junior ROTC students who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to their studies and skills in Junior ROTC.  The Kentucky National Guard Leadership plaques was presented to Cadets Trebor Barbiria, Donnie Brinson, Cody Brown, Gabe Christian, Charles Colvin, Jacob Donovan, Angel Locke, Jacob Neal, Destiny Ray and Zachary Simmons
United States Air Force Recruiting Command JROTC Math and Science Award – The United States Air Force Recruiting Command annually presents an award to select a Junior ROTC student who academically excels beyond his or her peers in mathematics and science.  The United States Air Force Math and Science Award was presented to Cadet Sergeant Max Burroughs and Cadet Staff Sergeant Rachel Fields.
Kentucky Air National Guard JROTC Most Improved Cadet Award – The Kentucky Air National Guard annually presents an achievement award to a selected student in recognition of superior achievement as the Most Improved JROTC cadet.  The Kentucky Air National Guard Most Improved Cadet Award was presented to Cadet First Lieutenant Kyra Blevins.
United States Marine Recruiting Command Varsity Athletic Award – The United States Marine Corps Recruiting Command annually presents a male and female varsity athletic award to selected high school students who excelled both in their respective athletic discipline and for the exceptional leadership qualities they displayed as well.  The United States Marine Corps Varsity Athletic Award was presented to Cadet Major Austin Hallahan and Cadet First Lieutenant Elizabeth Nichols.

Internal Eagle Battalion JROTC Awards

Superior Cadet Award – The Superior Cadet Award is presented annually to one cadet from each LET grade level that clearly excelled above their peers in scholarly endeavors, advanced leadership potential, superior performance in Junior ROTC skills and involvement in both extracurricular activities and community support projects.  This particular award is a Department of the Army award and it is the highest-level Army Junior ROTC achievement award that a high school student can earn.  The Superior Cadet Award was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib (Cadet Battalion Commander – Raider Team Co-Captain, Drill Team Co-Captain, 3d Award – LET4), Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Dakota James (B2 Platoon Leader – Raider Team Captain, 2d Award - LET3), Cadet Staff Sergeant Hannah Flaig (A2 Squad Leader - 2d Award – LET2) and Cadet Corporal Anayah Rivas (A1 Squad Member – LET1). 
Distinguished Cadet Award for Scholastic Excellence Medal (N-1-1)  – The Scholastic Excellence Medal is presented annually to one cadet who exhibits the highest degree of excellence in scholarly endeavors.  The Scholastic Excellence Medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib for maintaining a rolling GPA of 4.2 (4th Award).
Academic Excellence Medal (N-1-2)  – The Academic Excellence Medal is presented annually to one cadet from each LET grade level for maintaining the highest school academic grades.  The Academic Excellence Medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib (4th Award) (LET4), Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Dakota James (3r Award) (LET3), Cadet Sergeant Justin Saunders (2d Award) (LET2) and Cadet Corporal Anayah Rivis (LET1).
Academic Achievement Medal (N-1-3) – The Academic Achievement Medal is presented annually to cadets who maintain a grade of “A” in all academic subjects.  The Academic Achievement Medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Kailah Habib and Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Dakota James.
Senior Army Instructor Leadership Medal (N-3-1) – The Senior Army Instructor Leadership Medal is presented annually to one cadet from each LET grade level who displayed the highest degree of leadership in and out of the classroom.  The Senior Army Instructor Leadership Medal and certificate was presented to Cadet Major Austin Hallahan (Battalion Executive Officer – LET4), Cadet Major Chase Wardrip (A2 Platoon Leader – LET3), Cadet Staff Sergeant Dylan Davenport (A2 Squad Leader – LET2) and Cadet Corporal Grant Hilbert (A2 Squad Member – LET1).
Senior Army Instructor Varsity Athletic Award  – Annually, the Senior Army Instructor selects a female and male cadet who excelled both in their respective academic discipline and for the exceptional leadership qualities they displayed as well.  The Varsity Athletic Medal was presented to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Dakota James and Cadet Sergeant Major Savannah Mills.

A Few Examples of National Level Army JROTC Awards

Eagle Battalion Internal Awards