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Senior Alex Schanckenberg receives congratulations from FFCS Superintendent James D. Hoffman for Alex's recent appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.

Schnackenberg receives Naval Academy appointment

Senior Alex Schnackenberg recently received an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis. Military Academy appointments are earned only by students who demonstrate solid academics, outstanding participation and performance in both athletic and non-athletic high school extracurricular activities, and meet the academy's stringent physical requirements.

Both U.S. Senator Hillary Clinton and Congressman Michael McNulty nominated Alex. He was ultimately appointed based on Senator Clinton's nomination.

Throughout his high school career Alex has demonstrated a strong mix of academics, athletics, and music. He is a National Merit Scholar nominee, is a member of the cross country and track teams, plays trombone in the Jazz Band, and is a member of the school Mock Trial team. He also earned the Boys Scouts of America's highest rank of Eagle Scout.

"It is rare that a student from our area receives a military academy appointment," said FFCS Superintendent James D. Hoffman. "This is an honor for Alex and our entire community."

Alex is the son of Eric and Deborah Schnackenberg of Glen.

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