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The Louisiana Society of the Sons of American Revolution, honored Pearl River High School NJROTC Cadet Michael Keller with the Outstanding JROTC Cadet for the State of Louisiana. Cadet Keller was awarded the JROTC Silver Medallion and Scholarship check during the Youth Awards portion of the Society’s annual meeting held in Lafayette.

Cadet Keller was recommended by his Naval Science Instructor and School Principal for his outstanding academic and leadership achievements during the 2023-24 school year. Cadet Keller also submitted a well composed essay regarding the merits and experiences with the NJROTC program. Keller’s potential for leadership was recognized with a promotion to Cadet LT in charge of Operations. Presenting the award is SAR Compatriot, Rodney McKelroy LTC (USAR Ret).