May 7, 2026
Congratulations to North Lincoln High School senior Jake Jacobs on his appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, one of the nation’s five federal service academies.
Jake earned this prestigious appointment through a highly competitive nomination process and was nominated by Congressman Pat Harrigan and Senator Thom Tillis. He is one of approximately 280 appointees selected from nearly 1,800 applicants worldwide.
At the academy, Jake will major in Marine Engineering while continuing his athletic career as a member of the USMMA Mariners lacrosse team. After graduation, he will commission as a naval officer with dreams of becoming a Navy aviator.
We are proud of Jake’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving others, and we wish him continued success as he joins the Class of 2030.
#NorthLincolnHigh #WeAreLINCOLN
Jake earned this prestigious appointment through a highly competitive nomination process and was nominated by Congressman Pat Harrigan and Senator Thom Tillis. He is one of approximately 280 appointees selected from nearly 1,800 applicants worldwide.
At the academy, Jake will major in Marine Engineering while continuing his athletic career as a member of the USMMA Mariners lacrosse team. After graduation, he will commission as a naval officer with dreams of becoming a Navy aviator.
We are proud of Jake’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving others, and we wish him continued success as he joins the Class of 2030.
#NorthLincolnHigh #WeAreLINCOLN