Thompson Announces Ms. Katelyn Walbridge of Mill Hall Has Accepted an Appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) announced that Katelyn Walbridge, of Mill Hall, has accepted an appointment for admission to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Ms. Walbridge is the daughter of James and Ellen Walbridge.

“It is truly my honor to congratulate Katelyn Walbridge on her acceptance to the U.S. Air Force Academy, where she will be following in her grandfather’s and great-grandfather’s footsteps by serving in the United States military,” said Rep. Thompson. “Ms. Walbridge has proven to be an exceptional student and her commitment to community service is remarkable. I wish her the very best as she engages with this new opportunity.”

Katelyn Walbridge, 18, attends Central Mountain High School and ranks 10th in a class of 296 students. With a 4.0 GPA, Ms. Walbridge is a member of the National Honors Society, German Honors Society, and also a member of the varsity track and field and cross country teams.

Ms. Walbridge’s paternal grandparents are Lt. Col. James and Maria Walbridge, Williamsport, Pa., and maternal grandparents are Fred and Grace Yearick of Mill Hall, Pa.

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