West Brunswick High School's Jeff Clendenin named NC School Hero
Clendenin, a retired 82nd Airborne Ranger, is a JROTC instructor at West Brunswick High School in Shallotte. He retired as a first sergeant after 23 years in the U.S. Army, helps his students find scholarship opportunities, mentors them, provides guidance on enlisting, and stays current on certifications such as “high ropes course instructor” just to keep things interesting for the students. Col. Joseph Calisto, a colleague at the school, said, “Our program would pale in comparison without him. He has made the difference between success and mediocrity. He truly is a role model for all ...
Source: starnewsonline.com