C/LCDR Melissa Trujillo is the Commanding Officer for the Sebastian River High School Navy JROTC. She is currently a senior, and this is her fourth year in the program. Being put into a leadership position taught her so much about the unit, her cadets, and herself. She is on the Color Guard team and loves getting to know new people. She also enjoys going to the beach, listening to music, and eating tacos. She is currently enrolled in the SRHS Dual-Enrollment program at IRSC, and is working on her Associate’s degree in engineering. Her goal for the future is to attend the Naval Academy or the University of Jacksonville and become a nuclear engineer. 

C/LT Davi Moraes started NJROTC his freshman year. He participated in Basic Leadership Training (BLT), promoted, and worked his way up to Petty Officer Third Class. By sophomore year, Cadet Moraes was the Mustering Petty Officer. He again participated in BLT and was picked to be one of the Platoon Commanders. Cadet Moraes then achieved Petty Officer Second Class and eventually became the first Petty Officer First Class of the sophomore and junior class. At the 2024 Awards Ceremony, Cadet Moraes was chosen to be a Platoon Commander. He attended Basic Leadership Training Camp over the summer at Lake Wales. He was then Second Platoon Commander in Shark Company. In the summer before his senior year Cadet Moraes was chosen to go to Leadership Academy in St. Petersburg Florida. He also was picked to go to the police explorer boot camp in Jupiter Florida. Cadet Moraes is now the proud Executive Officer of Shark Company and the Color Guard commander.

"The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. For he will be with you during times of trouble and of peace. Confide in others, be each other's strength and build each other up, for as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. The Lord loves you and will provide for you, in your time of troubles seek him and ye shall find, call to him and confide in him and you will find peace in the middle of a storm."

C/LT Kaden Chapin is a junior and the Shark Company Operations Officer. His position can be described as the key point of communication between the cadets, the staff, and the community. He collaborates with staff to plan unit events and manage day-to-day operations around the unit, as well as distributing information weekly to the Cadets and running weekly staff meetings. He is currently enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and plans on continuing his hard work towards the Bright Futures scholarship. He is extremely committed to the NJROTC program and is excited and motivated to accomplish as much as he can in his upperclass years of the program.

C/LTJG Michael Staelens is a 3rd year NJROTC Cadet. In his freshman year, he was the first of his class to be promoted to Petty Officer Third Class (PO3) and earned the outstanding NS-1 medal. In his second year, he became the Assistant Administration Officer. Now as a junior, he serves as the Administration Officer. He is on the Competition Drill Team and Color Guard and his favorite aspects of NJROTC are learning to be more responsible, the preparation he receives for his years after high school, and the bonds he builds with his fellow cadets.

C/LTJG Chapman is our Shark Company Supply Officer. As a freshman, she was very interested in the program, but did not have the opportunity to engage in any leadership positions. She joined the Color Guard team and participated in many volunteer events. Through this, she grew with her peers and staff members. As a result of her eagerness and pride for the program, she earned a leadership position as a Platoon Commander in her sophomore year. She is now the Supply Officer, charged with managing and issuing uniforms, awards, etc. She is also a part of FBLA and is a Dual Enrollment student. Her senior year goals are to become CO, improve the unit in many aspects, and to attend USF after graduation. 

C/LTJG Christopher Pettit has been in the program for 3 years and is now in his senior year. In his freshman year he started as a mere cadet in ranks and then moved to a Squad Leader, finishing the year as his platoon's Mustering Petty Officer (MPO). He started his sophomore year as a Squad Leader and quickly moved on to becoming his platoon's Mustering Petty Officer within that same week. His junior year he became the Assistant Supply Officer and carried out that role for the whole year. Now in his senior year, he has now assumed the role of Maintenance Officer (MO). His job is dedicated to making sure our unit is kept up to date and improving its facilities. Whether it is modifying a thing or two, helping out his fellow staff members, sharing some ideas to improve our unit, making sure our unit stays clean, or making sure our building isn't falling apart due to old age, this falls into the hands of our Maintenance Officer, and he is happy to help.

C/LTJG Anne Cevedeo joined the NJROTC program as a freshman and is in her third year of being in the program. In her freshman year, she climbed the ranks, graduating as a Petty Officer 3rd class. She became a Platoon Commander her second year of being in the program. She was one of the few sophomores chosen for this position. She is now the Shark Company Community Service Officer, a newly added staff position. She is in charge of communicating with community and organizational leaders, scheduling and informing the shark company of volunteer opportunities. She looks forward to this year and is excited to learn and grow with her fellow staff members and cadets.

C/ENS Lopez is going into her 3rd year of the NJROTC program. She joined during her sophomore year. In her junior year, she served as the Assistant Public Affairs Officer (APAO), and now for her final year, she is the Shark Company Special Projects Officers (SPO). She offers help to our staff officers with anything they need assistance with. In the future, she aspires to become a travel nurse and assist those in need. She enjoys spending time with friends and engaging in various activities outside of school and work.

C/LTJG Holtz has been in NJROTC for two years and this year will be his third. Now in his junior year, he is Shark Company’s CFL. What he likes most about NJROTC is the physical training and the opportunities it offers him. He hopes he can get a scholarship to attend college. In his free time he enjoys surfing and also wrestles for Sebastian River High School.

C/ENS Bissonnette has been in the NJROTC program for the past 2 years and is now in her junior year. She switched to Sebastian River High School from Charter High the second semester of her freshman year and joined the NJROTC program. Although she felt behind, she worked hard to catch up for AMI and was able to reach the rank of Cadet Seaman by the end of the year. In her sophomore year, she quickly promoted to PO3 and became her Platoon's guide. This year, she has been selected as the Shark Company Information Technology Officer. She loves her new role and is happy to help whenever she can. If she's not at the unit, in school, or at practice, you can usually spot her at the working at Publix, reading, hanging out with her friends, running, or doing her favorite thing in the world: listening to music. She is currently enrolled in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program and is also an athlete on the Varsity Lacrosse Team and Varsity Cross Country Team. After high school, she hopes to attend the University of Florida or Ave Maria University and major in Psychology, Philosophy or Theology. Her favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11--- "For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope."

C/LTJG Rhyan Craig is the Public Affairs Officer for the SRHS Navy JROTC program. She takes photos of unit events and activities, shares them with the other cadets, and posts them on the NJROTC Public Affairs Website. Through NJROTC Cadet Craig has achieved more than she thought possible for herself. She hopes to earn a scholarship to attend college with an ROTC program. In her free time she likes to play instruments, travel, and draw. 

C/ENS Lizeth Martinez is an NS-2 and the current SKEDS officer of Shark Company. SKEDS takes care of Team schedules, which includes events, practices, and competitions. It is SKEDS' job to make sure the team leaders are aware of upcoming competitions that they may want to do. This is C/ENS Martinez's second year, and she has already developed a sense of belonging in this program. She hopes to become a pilot, engineer, or a Master-At-Arms for the Navy. She also hopes to be able to attend the United States Naval Academy.

C/ENS Dago Rósales is a junior and the Armory Officer for Shark Company. Cadet Rósales is in charge of keeping everything organized and accounted for in the armory. He is always available for any work that needs to be done, both in the armory and around the unit. He is eager to help in every event whether as a member of the color guard team or one of the many other events hosted by the program. In his free time, he enjoys going to the beach, playing soccer, and hanging out with his friends. After high school, he wants to join the Marine Corps.

C/CPO Coral Mahoney joined the NJROTC program in her freshman year, and this is going into her second year. She attended Basic Leadership Training (BLT) while in her freshman year and was promoted twice to C/SN. Soon after, she became the first NS-1 to be promoted to C/PO3 and became a squad leader. She has always diligently worked to show her leadership potential in NJROTC by promoting, helping fellow cadets, and participating in community service events. At the Change of Command ceremony, she was promoted to platoon commander. She is extremely excited for this upcoming year and to watch herself and her cadets grow together as a platoon, and to see the Shark Company grow as a whole throughout her high school career.

C/CPO Corley is a dedicated junior at Sebastian River High School, entering his third year in the NJROTC program. With a deep passion for service, leadership, and camaraderie, he is honored to serve as both a Platoon Commander and the program’s Chaplain this year. He is especially looking forward to working closely with his cadets—helping them grow, succeed, and feel at home in the unit. Outside of NJROTC, he enjoys fishing, boating, adventuring, volunteering, and spending time with family and friends. He also stays active as a member of the school’s cross country and tennis teams. Known for his kind, funny, and compassionate nature, he strives to lead with integrity and heart. He is a proud recipient of the AMVETS award, recognized "for diligence in the discharge of duties, and willingness to serve both God and Country for the mutual benefit of all." One of his guiding verses is Philippians 2:4 — "Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others."

C/CPO Desai is currently the 3rd Platoon Commander. He entered the program during his freshman year, and began to climb up the platoon staff, reaching the role of MPO (Mustering Petty Officer) in his sophomore year. Entering his third year, he was selected as a PC (Platoon Commander). He hopes to motivate cadets on both an academic and physical level. He is looking forward to cultivating the next generation of leaders and to helping them climb the ranks of the NJROTC program. Aside from being in NJROTC, he is enrolled in the IB program, runs cross country, and plays the piano. 

C/CPO Kayleigh Wells is 4th platoon commander, and she will be working on teaching new cadets drill movements, how to properly wear uniforms, PT, and anything that comes with being a leader. Cadet Wells is passionate about sports and NJROTC, especially the teams like Competition Drill. She is driven by a desire for continuous improvement, always seeking to better her skills and knowledge. She is known for her energetic and supportive nature. Cadet Wells is a reliable, hardworking, and trustworthy friend who is always there to listen and offer encouragement.

C/CPO Funez has been in the NJROTC unit for 3 years. In his first year, he focused on promoting and managed to reach the rank of Seaman. In his second year he also managed to rank up to Petty Officer Third Class and was also the XO of the Air Rifle Team. In his third year he was promoted to 5th Platoon Commander and became the CO of the Air Rifle Team. In his free time he likes to listen to music, dance, exercise, and play sports. He thinks that if you try hard enough you will be able to get where you want to go.

C/CPO Caleb McCrary is 6th Platoon Commander for the 2025-2026 school year. He is a sophomore at Sebastian River High School and is part of the pre-IB program, cross-country team, wrestling team, track & field team, superintendent council, FCA, and the Athletics Department. He is very grateful for being selected for this staff position early on in his school career. He is very passionate about NJROTC and intends to grow as a leader, help others learn leadership skills, and push others to strive for excellence by setting an example for everyone in NJROTC, in the school, and everywhere he goes. His goals are to make the unit better than what he started with and making NJROTC an enjoyable place to be for EVERYONE!