Eastern High School JROTC students welcome members of the U.S. Navy to speak to students and showcase a 6-foot model of the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826) ahead of Veterans Day. The model served as a hands-on preview of the upcoming Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine, bridging the gap between high school STEM concepts and advanced naval tech.(Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

Ahead of Veterans Day, Eastern High School JROTC students welcomed members of the U.S. Navy for a special presentation on Nov. 10, giving students an up-close look at naval technology and career opportunities.

Navy personnel showcased a 6-foot model of the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826), an upcoming Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine, offering a hands-on connection between classroom STEM lessons and advanced naval technology.

Navy personnel also introduced students to technical career paths in engineering, maritime operations and structural design, highlighting opportunities to apply science and technology skills beyond the classroom.

Members of the U.S. Navy teach students about technical paths in engineering, maritime operations, and structural design during a special presentation on Nov. 10. (Ja’Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)

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