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Bay City Today
By the People, for the People
Bay City Public Schools Establish Army JROTC Program
New leadership and citizenship program open to all high school students in the district.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Bay City Public Schools have announced the establishment of an Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program, which will be housed at Bay City Central High School and open to all high school students in the district starting in the 2026-2027 academic year. The JROTC curriculum emphasizes leadership, citizenship, and personal responsibility through a range of subjects including history, government, health, and wellness.
Why it matters
The introduction of the Army JROTC program expands the leadership and career development opportunities available to students in Bay City Public Schools, allowing them to gain valuable skills for college, the workforce, or military service.
The details
The district will begin the search for a Senior Army Instructor and an Army Instructor immediately, with the goal of having the instructional team in place for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year. The JROTC curriculum will cover a broad range of subjects, including history, government, health, and wellness, as well as specialized leadership training. Through an emphasis on teamwork and community service, the program prepares participants for diverse career and educational paths following graduation.
- The Army JROTC program will launch in the 2026-2027 academic year.
- The district will begin the search for instructors immediately.
The players
Bay City Public Schools
The public school district serving the Bay City, Michigan area.
U.S. Army Cadet Command
The organization that has officially approved the establishment of the Army JROTC program at Bay City Public Schools.
Grant Hegenauer
The Superintendent of Bay City Public Schools.
What they’re saying
“The introduction of the Army JROTC program represents a significant expansion of civilian, vocational, and academic leadership opportunities available to our students.”
— Grant Hegenauer, Superintendent (ourmidland.com)
What’s next
The district will begin the search for a Senior Army Instructor and an Army Instructor immediately, with the goal of having the instructional team in place for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year.
The takeaway
The new Army JROTC program at Bay City Public Schools will provide students with valuable leadership, citizenship, and personal responsibility skills that can benefit them in a variety of post-graduation paths, including college, the workforce, and military service.
