[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 117 (Thursday, June 25, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E571-E572]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING THE 2020 UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMY-BOUND STUDENTS

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                            HON. VAN TAYLOR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 25, 2020

  Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, it is my great honor to recognize those 
young men and women from Texas' Third Congressional District who have 
accepted an appointment to one of our prestigious United States Service 
Academies.
  The United States Services Academies have long been known for 
selecting well-rounded students who have achieved the highest standard 
of academics, athletics, and civic engagement. Each of these candidates 
have gone through a highly competitive and rigorous process to get 
where they are today. Their commitment to excellence both inside and 
outside of the classroom has set the stage for success as they train 
towards becoming future military leaders proudly representing Texas' 
Third Congressional District and our nation.
  In beginning this new chapter of service, I am certain these patriots 
will obtain the finest education and military training available. It is 
with great hope for the future I thank these students for their 
selfless commitment and the sacrifices they will make in the years to 
come.
  As one who has worn the uniform, it is now my privilege to 
congratulate these students as they embark on this new mission, and I 
ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating our young leaders as they 
prepare to go forth in serving our nation with unwavering commitment 
and distinction.

                       Class of 2024 Appointments


                         U.S. Air Force Academy

       Jason Ferguson; Liberty High School, McKinney.
       Andrew Ferkany; Plano Senior High School/USAFA Preparatory 
     School; Plano.
       McKenzie Hochevar*; Plano Senior High School, Plano.
       Daniel Jungerrnan; Plano East Senior High School, Allen.
       Catherine Kim; Plano West Senior High School, Plano.
       Tiffany Li; Prince of Peace Christian School; Frisco.
       Brett Schraeder; Melissa High School, Melissa.
       Jordan Simmons; Greenhill School/USAFA Preparatory School, 
     McKinney.


                           U.S. Naval Academy

       Ryan Hogg; Prosper High School, Prosper.
       Zane Smith; Deerfield Academy, Frisco.


                         U.S. Military Academy

       Alexis Bradstreet; Plano East Senior High School, 
     Richardson.
       Ethan Hesson; Wylie High School, Lucas.
       Nicholas Hughes; Plano Academy High School, Plano.
       Mason Hutchins; Lovejoy High School, Fairview.
       Stephen ``Drew'' Reynolds; McKinney Boyd High School, 
     McKinney.
       Natalie Russo; Lebanon High School, Frisco.

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       Zach Vernier; McKinney.


                      U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

       Williams Bose*; McKinney Christian Academy, McKinney.
       Bryce Bristow; Plano Senior High School, Plano.
       Elizabeth Klaysork; Plano Senior High School, Plano.
       *Denotes acceptance to one of the academy preparatory 
     schools.

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