Channelview High School Army JROTC
"Leadership is not about a title or a designation. It's about impact, influence and inspiration." -Robin S. Sharma
Battalion Executive Officer
C/MAJ Samantha Santamaria
The cadet Battalion Executive Officer, otherwise known as the XO, supervises, directs, and coordinates the cadet battalion staff to prevent overlapping efforts and to ensure that the commander's desires are both understood and achieved. The cadet Battalion XO keeps staff informed of the commander's policies and keeps the cadet Battalion Commander informed of the status of projects assigned to the staff. The cadet Battalion XO assumes command of the cadet battalion in the absence of the cadet Battalion Commander.
Battalion Commander
C/LTC Elizabeth Tenorio
This postion is the most demanding in a cadet battalion. The instructors select the cadet for this position based upon demonstrated leadership ability and academic standing. The appointed cadet must be able to apply common sense and judgement in the solving of problems that affect the entire cadet corps. The Battalion Commander must be mature, willing to accept responsibilty, be able to effectively delegate authority and supervise subordinates. The Battalion Commander manages the staff through the Battalion Executive Officer and the companies through both the Command Sergeant Major and company commanders, while maintaining the final approval authority in the Cadet Chain of Command.
Battalion Command Sergeant Major
C/CSM John Nava
The Battalion Command Sergeant Major is the enlisted advisor to the Battalion Commander. As the senior enlisted member of the cadet corps, the Command Sergeant Major supervises the other non-commissioned officers (NCOs) of the battalion and companies. The Command Sergeant Major is the supervisor of both teams and competitive meets.
S1
C/CPL Gilberto Aguirre
The Battalion Adjutant is the administrative assistant to the Battalion Commander. The Adjutant is also responsible for performing other administrative duties assigned by the Battalion Commander, Battalion Executive Officer, or cadet command.
S2
C/CPT Julian Escalera III
The Battalion Intelligence and Security Officer assists the Battalion Commander and the Instructor Staff in matters pertaining to unit security while enforcing the provisions of the security requirements for the Battalion.
S3
C/CPT Liliana Zepeda
The Battalion Training Officer assists the Battalion Commander in the planning, organization, and supervision of conduct throughout all cadet training activities. Additionally, prepares operation orders, schedules, and memoranda to keep the progress of cadet training in the Battalion escalating.
S4
C/CPT Jesus Alvarado
The Battalion Logistics and Supply Officer is responsible for the maintenance, security, record keeping, issue and turn-in of all U.S Government and JROTC property. The Battalion Logisitcs and Supply Officer coordinates the securing of property with the Battalion Intelligence and security Officer.
S5
C/CPT Leviticus Lintag
The Battalion Public Affairs Officer is responsible for enhancing the relationship between the JROTC battalion and civilian authorities including campus staff and faculty, public information, internal information, community relations, written publications, photographs and related duties as required. Furthermore, serving as a focal point of advertisement for the JROTC program itself.
S6
C/SGT Citlalli Vazquez
The Battalion Technology Officer is responsible for setting up and maintaing all signal or public address, projection, sound equipment issues to the Cadet Battalion. Additionally, the Battalion Technology Officer ensures that all equipment is operational and that spare parts are on hand at all times.