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WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) announced today that Caroline Leal from York has accepted an offer to attend the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.  Pingree nominated Leal to the Academy in December.

“Acceptance to a U.S. service academy is extremely competitive and reflects highly on a student’s scholarship, community service, and character,” said Pingree.  “Along with all the other Maine students my office nominated, Caroline has demonstrated an incredible commitment to serving the country and a maturity well beyond her years.  I’m very proud that she was accepted to the Naval Academy and wish her the very best in her time there.”

Caroline Leal is a senior at York High School. Her parents are Denise Leal and Robert Leal. Contact information is available on request.

“There is no higher service than being a member of the Armed Forces,” Leal wrote in her letter requesting a nomination. “I am most motivated to serve in the United States military for those who are unable to do so themselves. An education at a service academy would prepare me to be most effective in serving in my country.”

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To be considered for an appointment to a service academy, applicants must be nominated by an authorized nominating source, which includes Members of Congress.