Lexington, KY— U.S. Congressman Andy Barr (KY-06) held a sendoff event on Friday morning for Sixth District high school students who Congressman Barr nominated to attend military service academies this year. The event was held at the Kentucky High School Athletic Association building in Lexington.
“In four short years, these students will join the ranks of the world’s greatest military officers,” said Congressman Barr. “I speak for all Sixth District residents when I say how grateful I am for each of these students stepping up to take on this challenge. That is why I wanted to hold this event to congratulate and commend each student for their commitment to serve our country.”
More on each student nominated to attend a service academy by Congressman Barr in 2021 below:
- Mr. Palmer Collett (Frankfort, KY – Western Hills High School): U.S. Air Force Academy. Recent graduate of USAFA Prep School.
- Ms. Morgan Quire (Lawrenceburg, KY – Anderson County High School): U.S. Air Force Academy (also offered and declined Naval Academy)
- Mr. William Webb (Lexington, KY – Henry Clay High School): U.S. Naval Academy
- Mr. Pearce Hall (Lexington, KY – Lexington Catholic High School): U.S. Military Academy at West Point
- Ms. Emily Spencer (Georgetown, KY – Scott County High School): U.S. Naval Academy, was unable to attend the event today due to a scheduling conflict. Emily was also offered and declined West Point and Air Force Academies.