Jacksonville Council proudly supports the FD Roosevelt Squadron, Naval Sea Cadet Corps (NSCC)

Learn more about the Sea Cadets

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is made up of two programs. The Navy League Cadet Corps (NLCC) is the junior program for young people ages 10-13. The Naval Sea Cadet Corps (NSCC) is the senior program for young people ages 13-17. American youth ages 10-17 who have a desire to learn about the Sea Services; Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine. Sea Cadets are authorized by the Secretary of the Navy to wear Navy uniforms appropriately marked with the Sea Cadet Corps insignia. The objectives of the Sea Cadet program are to introduce youth to naval life in a hands-on, real-world environment, to develop in them a sense of pride, patriotism, courage, and self-reliance, and to maintain an environment free of drugs and gangs.

We support each other.

The photo on the right shows the FDR Squadron Color Guard supporting the Jacksonville Council at our Annual meeting and Installation of Officers. These young people performed Posting of the Colors flawlessly and are commended for their dedication and hard work.

Training includes wearing a uniform and performing community service

Sea Cadets learn values, leadership and skills that make them better citizens who serve their community and help others.