Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Nomination to the United States Air Force Academy

BOLTON, MS –Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announces an offer of appointment to the United States Air Force Academy for the Second Congressional District.

Gracie Lay has been nominated by United States Congressman Bennie G. Thompson to the U.S. Air Force Academy. She will graduate from Central Hinds Academy, Raymond, MS in May 2022. She is currently a member of the National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society Student Council and Mu Alpha Theta. She has a GPA of 4.3 and has an ACT composite score of 21. Additionally, her athletic pursuits include track and field, softball and rigorous physical fitness and strength training and flight lessons. She was named Most Valuable Offensive Player and Team Captain for 2021 varsity soccer. Her hobbies include reading, flying, sports and being a fitness guru. She has also performed volunteer work for the Mississippi Animal Rescue League (MARL), Toys for Tots, and Joni & Friends. Additionally, Gracie helps to cook and distribute food and clothing to the homeless at Raymond United Methodist Church. Gracie is the daughter of Robert and Tiffany Lay residing in Raymond, Mississippi.

If you are interested in attending a Military Academy, you may contact Ms. Shander Gund, my academy representative at (662) 741-9003 or via e-mail at shander.gund@mail.house.gov