One of the instructors in the new Stacey JROTC program is Lt Col Paul Jones. Please welcome him to Lackland ISD!
1. Where did you grow up?
I was born in Syracuse, NY, and my family later moved to Salt Lake City, UT.
2. Where did you attend college/University?
I earned a bachelor's in Psychology from Brigham Young University in Provo, UT, and an MBA from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, TX.
3. Tell us about your military experience.
I started my Air Force career as a Behavioral Scientist and later cross-trained into the Medical Service Corps where I served as a healthcare administrator. I retired after 22 years in the Air Force.
4. Why did you choose to be a JROTC instructor?
Three of my six kids did JROTC, and I saw how it helped them. I am excited to be a part of this program as an instructor where cadets at Stacey Jr/Sr High School can learn more about leadership and the military.
5. Is this your first time teaching or working with kids?
This is my first time teaching high school, but not my first time working with kids. Previously I have been a scoutmaster several time and worked with many church youth groups.
6. Did you take JROTC in high school? What was your experience like?
My high school did not have JROTC, so I never had the opportunity. However, I have had some involvement from a parent perspective while my kids were in the program.
7. What is your favorite way to spend your free time?
I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family.
8. Tell us a little about your family.
I come from a large military family and am happy to see this tradition pass along to the next generation as some of my children take the opportunity to serve. I have a daughter who served four years in the U.S. Army, a son going through the training pipeline to be a U.S. Army chaplain, a son at the United States Air Force Academy, and a daughter in the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets who successfully completed Air Force Field Training this summer.
Thank you Lt Col Jones!
