Commanding Officer (CO) Cadet Lieutenant Commander Matthew Lonzon
Hello, I am Cadet Lieutenant Commander Matthew Lonzon, and I am serving as the Commanding Officer for the 2022-2023 academic school year. As the Commanding Officer, I take direct orders from the NSI and SNSI in order to keep our unit running smoothly. Along with that, I do continuous checks with the XO and SEA to ensure the unit is thriving. I would describe myself as a friendly and creative person, as well as an inspiring and skilled leader. I look forward to meeting and working with you all.
Executive Officer (XO) Cadet Lieutenant Ryan Sapinoso
I am Cadet Lieutenant Ryan Sapinoso, Salem High School’s Executive Officer of the 2022-2023 school year. My primary duty as the Executive Officer is to oversee all departments and Executive Staff. As second in command, I take orders directly from the CO. I make efforts to make sure that the desires of the Commanding Officer are understood and achieved. My personality can be described as intelligent and friendly person, who is passionate about what they do. My goal for this school year is to be productive in all areas that I can be, and to assist the unit in bringing out the best of each other.
Senior Chief Petty Officer Cadet Command Master Chief Petty Officer Donovan Wyatt
- Hello, I am Cadet Command Master Chief Donovan Wyatt, your (CMC) for the 2022-2023 school year. My primary mission is to instill confidence and discipline within the unit and assist in training personnel. Not only that, but I am also to report to the Commanding Officer (CO) and Executive Officer (XO). My main objective for the school year is to insure every cadet becomes the best version of themselves that they can be. In the future I aspire to enlist and pursue a career in either the Marines Corps or Navy. My personality can be described as admirable, conscientious, resourceful, and ambitious. I look forward to meeting each cadet, as well as having fun during the events taking place throughout the year.
Academic Officer (ACO) Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Charles Bagley
Hello, I am Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Charles Bagley, and I will be the school’s Academics Officer (ACO). As ACO I am responsible for the academics team and any other academic activities in the unit. I am also responsible for the academics of the unit as a whole and ensuring everyone knows what they are supposed to know. I am excited to work with everyone in ensuring we have a great year and that everyone enjoys the year!
Administration Officer (AO) Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Zane Durkalaski
- Hello, I am Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Zane Durkalski and I’ll be your Administrative Officer for the 2022-2023 school year. I collect personal information from the cadets to put into CDMIS and to organize files such as physicals and custody cards as well. I work closely with the Operations Officer by helping track the unit’s service hours; the Supply Officer by checking and updating custody cards; and the Training Officer with awards. I am a very open-minded individual and work as a good mediator. I am laid back and relaxed most of the time, but can act stern when I have to be. My goal this year is to always be on top of our tasks and never fall behind, and making sure the unit will be a good place next year for our rising cadets. I look forward to meeting everyone and making this an enjoyable year!
Supply Officer (SUPPO) Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Grace Snead
I am Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Grace Snead. I am the Supply Officer of Salem High School’s NJROTC Unit for the 2022-2023 school year. With my position, I am in charge of all the clothing in our unit. I am responsible for issuing cadets uniforms, preparing orders, and keeping inventory of all packages that come through in our unit. My main goal this year is to have and organized supply closet to make things smooth for the school year, as well as taking a leader ship role in the unit this year.
Public Affairs Officer (PAO) / Moral Welfare Recreation Officer (MWR)
Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Rogielyn Lapid
Hello! I'm Cadet Lieutenant Junior Grade Lapid, the 2022-2023 Public Affairs Officer, and the Morale Welfare and Recreation Officer at Salem High school. As for my job, I take care of socials, photograph, and take care of the classroom's appearance. Including taking care of parties and fundraising activities that are held. Along my side, I work with my side department and as well have good communication with our parent booster clubs. My personality can be described as friendly, reliable, determined, and outgoing. For this school year, my goal is to capture all the memorable moments for our upcoming cadets as well as for our soon-to-leave seniors.
Operation Officer (OPS) Cadet Ensign Joseph Spikes
- Hello, my name is Cadet Ensign Joseph Spikes and I am the Operation Officer for the 2022-2023 school year at Salem High School's NJROTC unit. As the Operation Officer, my job is to schedule and plan all of the unit's events like the Sundevil Classic and the practice schedule for the week. I am also responsible for tracking and running some of the service hours for our unit. My goal while I am in NJROTC is to help, train, and advise the cadets who are on staff and the incoming cadets so they can grow into great leaders for the future. I pray that we make it to Area 5 this year and be the best N.J.R.O.T.C. in all of Area 5.
Community Outreach Officer (COM) Cadet Ensign Kobe De Guzman
Hello I am Cadet Ensign Kobe De Guzman your 2022-2023 Community Outreach Officer. As COM, I am responsible for setting up events for community service hours. As well as supporting PAO and OPS with their responsibilities as department heads. Some of my hobbies include practicing Kendo, sketching, and making miniature models. My goal for this year is to make your time in the unit as fun and enjoyable as possible through the many events we have in store. I hope to get to know you all throughout the school year!
Ordinance Petty Officer (ORDO) Cadet Petty Officer First Class Alexander Spikes
Hello, I am Cadet Petty Officer First Class Alexander Spikes I am the Ordinance Officer for the 2022-2023 school year. This year there have been some changes to my position; they have merged the 1st Lieutenant position with the Ordinance Officer position, so now I have even bigger shoes to fill. This year I plan on making the ceremonies as fun as can be so everyone will be able to enjoy this NJROTC program. Next, I plan on keeping the rifles clean and teaching YOU how to help me clean the rifles. Third, I plan on becoming acquainted with everyone of the cadets in the unit so you dont have to feel uncomfortable talking to me. Last, I plan on keeping a firm standard in the unit to keep the good reputation of our schools NJROTC.
Training Petty Officer (TO) Cadet Petty Officer Third Class Nicholaus Nena
Hello, I am Cadet Petty Officer Third Class Nicholaus Nena, Salem High Schools Training Officer for the 2022-2023 school year. My primary duty as the Training officer is to train, teach, and help everyone in the unit learn and understand everything relating to the NJROTC program. I work under the direction of the XO and work closely with the SEA as well as getting assistance from the OPS. My personal goal for this year is to make sure all of the cadets are set for success in the future and to excel in all areas of the NJROTC program. I am very grateful to be serving you as the TO and very excited to meet all of you and have the opportunity to train each and every cadet.
Master at Arms (MAA) Cadet Petty Officer Third Class Isabel Nickelberry
Hello, I am Cadet Petty Officer Third Class Isabel Nickelberry, and I am the unit's Master At Arms for the 2022-2023 school year. I assist the unit in abiding by the Navy rules and regulations as the Master At Arms. I am involved in many sports and I play in a summer volleyball league with my twin sister! I work with my staff to be the best we can be as I keep those in order and help those in need. I am hoping for all of us to have a good year together!