WASHINGTON (May 1, 2007) Congressman Ben Chandler was at Franklin County High School on Monday, April 30th to present a certificate of recognition to Bethany Carlson, daughter of Charles and Lucinda Carlson of Midway, for her appointment to the United States Naval Academy. After Chandler’s congressional nomination, Carlson 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 woman, and I applaud her efforts and wish her 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. Carlson not only endured a rigorous application process with the Service 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.
“It is my greatest hope to attend the U.S. Naval Academy,” said Carlson. “I truly respect and appreciate the sense of morals, duty, and honor ingrained into every midshipman.” Carlson, ranked 15th in her class with a 4.02 GPA, is captain of the Franklin County High School girl’s varsity soccer team and the Bluegrass Soccer Club.
She is involved in many extracurricular activities, including Beta Club, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Student Council. She also volunteers in her community and is active in her church youth program.
Congressman Chandler with Bethany Carlson and her parents, Charles and Lucinda Carlson
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