recommendation for service academy admissions from parents who have been there done that

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have a freshman interested in a service academy. He's a STEM type kid, very good student, and athlete. He's a good athlete bute not a standout. The Naval Academy appeals to him but it open to the other academies as well.
He played 2 JV sports this year and a club team for the 1 sport that's a passion. He started a STEM club outside of school for mentoring younger kids and is also hoping to coach in his sport.
Sports keep him busy and he's not interested in doing any school related clubs... Anything else you would recommend doing?

Service Academy grad here. The academies are primarily leadership development schools. Activities that demonstrate leadership experience and potential would be the best to pursue.

[Anonymous]

Do any summer programs offered. The son of my best friend did a week at Annapolis.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Can you get a congressional recommendation?

A congressional nomination is required.