McCarthy Announces Eight Local Students Who Will Attend U.S. Service Acadamies in the Fall
Washington D.C. – Congressman Kevin McCarthy yesterday announced eight students from the 23rd Congressional District that will attend one of the United States Service Academies in the fall. Seven were nominated by McCarthy, and one was the recipient of a presidential nomination. He honored them at a reception in his Bakersfield Office on Monday, May 27, 2013.
(Left to Right: Bryan Bumgarner, Andrew Daughtery, Daniel Villarreal, Cameron Green,
Clark Cali, Aidan Farrell, Jibraun Asaad, Natrelle Demison)
"I want to extend a special congratulations to the young people in our communities who will attend one of the United States Service Academies this fall," said Congressman McCarthy. "I look forward to seeing these outstanding young leaders excel in their respective academies, and I am proud that they will be among the bright future officers our nation relies on to ensure our national security. Their hard work and willingness to serve our nation serve as an inspiration to all of the members of our community."
The U.S. Service Academies are among the most highly respected and challenging educational programs in the nation. The academies are looking for well-rounded young men and women who have demonstrated character, academic excellence, physical aptitude and have served in leadership positions within their school and community. Graduates will receive a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission as an officer in the uniformed services.
Congressman McCarthy recognized the following students from the 23rd Congressional District at his Bakersfield Office at the reception:
Unite States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO:
Jibraun Asaad, 18, of Lancaster, California, Quartz Hill High School in Lancaster, CA
Andrew Daughtery, 18, of Bakersfield, California, Centennial High School in Bakersfield, CA
Special Note: Andrew received a presidential nomination to the United States Air Force Academy. While an unlimited number of nominations are available in this category, only 100 appointments can be offered each year. Eligibility for presidential nominations is based on a parent's military service.
Natrelle Demison, 18, of Bakersfield, California, United States Air Force Academy Preparatory Academy, Colorado Springs, CO
Note: 2012 graduate of Bakersfield High School
Daniel Villarreal, 18, of Ridgecrest CA, Sherman E. Burroughs High School, Ridgecrest, CA
United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD:
Aidan Farrell, 18, of Paso Robles, Paso Robles High School, Paso Robles, CA
United States Military Academy, West Point, NY:
Clark Cali, 18, of San Luis Obispo, Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School, San Luis Obispo, CA
United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY:
Bryan Bumgarner, 18, of Bakersfield, California, Highland High School, Bakersfield, CA
Cameron Green, 19, of Lancaster, CA, New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, NM
Note: 2012 graduate of Quartz Hill High School, Lancaster, CA