From the Chattanoogan: For Colt Maughon, a senior at Cleveland High School, a long-held dream is becoming reality. The standout student and leader has received appointments to the United States Naval Academy, the United States Air Force Academy and the United States Coast Guard Academy. After careful consideration, Mr. Maughon has accepted his appointment to the Naval Academy, where he plans to pursue a future as a naval aviator.
Mr. Maughon currently serves as the leading petty officer of the LS2 Randall Smith Division of the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps, a youth leadership development program sponsored by the U.S. Navy. His journey with the Sea Cadets began with a clear goal in mind.
“My desire to one day attend the United States Naval Academy,” Mr. Maughon said when asked what first sparked his interest in the program. “I wanted to learn and experience things that would help prepare me for serving as an officer in the United States Navy.”…