Norton to Host ROTC and Service Academy Night, Tonight

WASHINGTON, D.C – Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) will host a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) and Service Academy Night at Once Judiciary Square at 6:00 p.m. today. The event will be an opportunity for high school students, some already in the JROTC program, to learn more about scholarship options and the Service Academies, ranked among the best higher education schools in the nation. Currently, the JROTC program in the District has approximately 1,500 students participating.

"The ROTC scholarships gives students a chance to attend college and serve their nation," Norton said. "With thousands of young District residents currently serving in the ROTC preparing to serve their country, tonight will be an excellent opportunity to learn more about scholarship programs available to ROTC students as well as opportunities at the various Service Academies."

Media can RSVP to jack.miller@mail.house.gov.

WHAT: Congresswoman Norton hosts ROTC and Service Academy Night

WHEN: Thursday, October 17th at 6:00 PM

WHERE: One Judiciary Square, 441 Fourth Street NW, Washington, DC