[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 3, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H2386-H2387]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      CONGRATULATING LUCAS GASTON

  (Mr. Thompson of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 
5 minutes.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and congratulate several military academy appointments.
  Lucas Gaston of Brookville, Pennsylvania, has recently accepted a 
fully qualified appointment to the United States Military Academy in 
West Point, New York.
  Lucas is the son of Becky and Mike Gaston and the grandson of Hazel 
and Joe Gaston, as well as Nancy and Ted Fox of Brookville.
  As a student of Brookville Area High School, Lucas is active in the 
classroom and on the athletic field and throughout his community.
  Lucas is serving as the secretary of his class. He is a track and 
field and golf athlete. He participates in concert and marching band, 
and he is a Special Olympics volunteer and a member of the National 
Honor Society.
  I thank Lucas for his commitment to service and wish him the very 
best of luck as he embarks on this exciting new phase of life at West 
Point.


                      Congratulating Bryony Shipe

  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and congratulate Bryony Shipe of Ford City, Pennsylvania. Bryony 
recently accepted a fully qualified appointment to the U.S. Merchant 
Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York.
  She is the daughter of Amanda and Lucas Shipe and the granddaughter 
of Kathie and Dave Olinger, as well as Patty and Larry Shipe.
  Bryony is a senior at Commonwealth Charter Academy and is an 
excellent example of a well-rounded student and active community 
member. Bryony is an active volunteer and tutors at a local education 
center. She is a varsity athlete in cross-country and swimming, and she 
is co-captain of the varsity swimming and diving team.
  Her focus on service to others is an extremely valuable attribute 
that will contribute to her military career at the U.S. Merchant Marine 
Academy.
  I offer Bryony best wishes at Kings Point, and I look forward to 
seeing all that she achieves.


                      Congratulating Archie Walker

  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and congratulate Archie Walker of Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. Archie 
accepted a fully qualified appointment to the United States Military 
Academy in West Point, New York.
  Archie is a senior at Central Mountain High School. She is the 
daughter of Jennifer and Greg Walker. Archie is an accomplished young 
woman, striving to make a difference in her country.
  Walker is currently serving as the vice president of the Rotary Club. 
She is a 3-year varsity athlete in soccer, a dual-enrollment student at 
Commonwealth University, and a member of the National Honor Society.
  Walker has proven herself on the field and in the classroom. I have 
no doubt that her determination will serve her well at the military 
academy, and I wish her the very best in this next chapter.

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                        Congratulating Adam Bell

  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and congratulate Adam Bell of State College, Pennsylvania.
  Adam accepted a fully qualified appointment to the United States 
Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
  Adam is the son of Elizabeth and Jayce Bell, the grandson of E. Ann 
Wortman and the late Jerry Wortman, as well as Janie and Roy Bell.
  As a student at State College Area High School, Bell is involved in 
his high school's culinary program and has represented his school in 
competitions. He is a varsity athlete in three sports, diving, 
wrestling, and track, and participates in Model U.N.
  Whether in the kitchen, on the field, or in the classroom, Adam 
excels in every area.
  Bell will continue his athletic pursuits while at the Naval Academy 
as a pole vaulter for USNA's track and field team. His drive for 
success will help him excel at the Naval Academy. I wish Adam good luck 
as he begins the next chapter of his life as a midshipman and student 
athlete in Annapolis.
  Mr. Speaker, it was an honor to nominate these young students. Their 
dedication to serving our country is inspirational. I look forward to 
seeing their successes in the years to come.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank them all again for their commitment to our 
Nation.

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