[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 105 (Friday, June 22, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E901]
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IN RECOGNITION OF JACK MEINKE ON HIS OFFER OF APPOINTMENT TO ATTEND THE 
                      UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY

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                          HON. ROBERT E. LATTA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 22, 2018

  Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, it is my great pleasure to pay special 
tribute to an outstanding student from Ohio's Fifth Congressional 
District. I am pleased to announce that Jack Meinke of Millbury, Ohio 
has been offered an appointment to the United States Naval Academy in 
Annapolis, Maryland.
  Jack's offer of appointment permits him to attend the United States 
Naval Academy this fall with the incoming Class of 2022. Attending one 
of our nation's military academies not only offers the opportunity to 
serve our country, but also guarantees a world-class education while 
undertaking one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of a 
lifetime.
  Jack brings a tremendous amount of leadership, service, and 
dedication to the incoming Class of 2022. While attending St. John's 
Jesuit High School in Toledo, Ohio, Jack was active in the National 
Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, and was an Honor Roll 
student. Additionally, he participated in Buckeye Boys State, Ignatian 
Guild Scholars, and various leadership and mentoring programs.
  Throughout high school, Jack excelled on the football and wrestling 
teams, earning varsity letters and diligently serving as captain of the 
wrestling team. I am confident that Jack will carry the lessons of his 
student and athletic leadership to the Naval Academy.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Jack 
Meinke on his offer of appointment to the United States Naval Academy. 
Our service academies offer the finest military training and education 
available. I am positive that Jack will excel during his career at the 
Naval Academy, and I ask my colleagues to join me in extending their 
best wishes to him as he begins his service to our Nation.

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