In his December Newsletter, Congressman Sam Graves announces his nominations for "some of North Missouri's finest young men and women for admission to one of our nation's great service academies: the U.S. Military Academy (West Point), U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Airforce Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Each of the nominees to these academies trade 5 years of service for an exceptional education at some of the most prestigious institutions in America."
"Each year, tens of thousands of brave young Americans apply to one of our nations service academies, but only around 10% are ultimately accepted. Each nominated student is an exceptionally hard worker and has shown very impressive test scores, high school grades, extracurricular achievements, and national recognitions."
Among the nominated students for U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and U.S. Air Force Academy was Lathrop High School Senior, Gabriel Watkins.
Congratulations Gabe and thank you for your service!