WASHINGTON (March 20, 2006) Congressman Ben Chandler will be at Tates Creek High School on Tuesday, March 21st at 2:00 PM to present a certificate of recognition to Patrick Moecher for his appointment to the United States Naval Academy.  After Chandler’s congressional nomination, Moecher received an appointment. 

“The United States Naval Academy is an outstanding educational institution where the best of this country go to prepare for a career in military service,” said Chandler.  “This appointment is a tremendous opportunity for this young man, and I applaud his efforts and wish him much success.”   

            It is no easy feat to receive an appointment to a U.S. service academy.  Students must have an excellent academic record, participate in extracurricular activities and be in top physical condition.  Moecher not only endured a rigorous application process with the Naval Academy, but participated in Congressman Chandler’s review process, which includes a final interview by a panel made up of former academy graduates and current or retired officers.

 “To me, being an officer in the United States Navy is the greatest honor I could achieve in my life,” said Moecher.  “The pride of wearing the uniform and of being called upon as a leader is what I have tried to prepare for all my life.” 

Patrick Moecher is ranked 8^th in his class with a 3.8 GPA.  He is a member of the Tates Creek Tennis Team, Marching Band and Academic Team.  Moecher is an Eagle Scout.

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