More than 250 students of the Nakauvadra High School in Rakiraki created history by participating in the school’s first cadet passing-out parade last week.
Chief guest and Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu commended the parade commander and school headboy Jona Cavunisautu for his ability to efficiently delegate commands.
“You stand tall on this ground and confidently issue commands to those under your command,” he said.
“You have showed a level of confidence that many don’t possess, not even adults. You rose to the occasion and I must salute you for the exceptional parade this morning.”
Mr Tudravu said the cadets had etched their names in the school’s history books by being the first cohort of students to participate in a cadet parade.
“You have created a legacy for yourselves, you have proudly represented your school, your family, your vanua.”
Mr Tudravu also reminded the students of their conduct within the school’s premises.
“As students you must act your age when it comes to your behaviour and conduct.”
Meanwhile, the best male cadet officer award was presented to Apisalome Tuinakauvadra, best female cadet officer was Mere Tinai Radinidaga, best detachment male award was given to detachment six, best detachment female award was given to detachment two, while Christopher Withs was awarded the best male offier, and Mereseini Adi Leuvanua was the best female officer. The special instructors award was presented to Mosese Iqanibogi
Cavunisautu received the baton of honour.