Standout at St. John the Baptist D.H.S. Appointed to United States ...

St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School
1170 Montauk Highway, West Islip, New York 11795-4959
Phone: 631.587.8000 Fax 631.587.8996
Principal: Ms. Nan Doherty
Phone: 631.587.8000 Ext. 112
For Immediate Release:
June 12, 2013
Press Release
Standout at St. John the Baptist D.H.S. Appointed to
United States Merchant Marine Academy
WEST ISLIP, NY – St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School is proud to announce the Appointment of
Timothy Harry Pamlanye of Ronkonkoma to the United States Merchant Marine Academy Class of 2017.
The United States Merchant Marine Academy, located at Kings Point, New York is one of the five (5) Federal
Academies. Nominated by Congressman Steve Israel, Timothy is one of approximately 250 Appointees
selected to attend the Academy from around the nation and the world, out of over 2,200 applicants.
Completion of the intensive four (4) year regimental and academic curriculum, which includes three (3)
trimesters at sea on U.S. Flag Merchant vessels and U.S. Navy ships, as well as an Internship, leads to a
Bachelor of Science Degree, a U.S. Merchant Marine Officer’s License as either a Deck Officer or Engineering
Officer, and an Ensign’s commission in the U.S. Navy Reserve.
An Appointment to the Academy is the equivalent of a scholarship worth approximately $220,000 over the 4-
year period. The St. John the Baptist Class of 2013 received $44 million in earned scholarships.
Timothy will also be a member of the men’s Track and Field team. The United States Merchant Marine
Academy NCAA Division III men’s track and field team is a member of the Landmark Conference.
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About St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School
About St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School: 1,700 students attend St. John the Baptist DHS, a college preparatory Catholic High School located on the south
shore in West Islip. As part of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, St. John’s offers a value-centered education that recognizes the unique talents and abilities of each
child, while fostering a school environment that challenges students to reach their true potential. Open since 1966, St. John’s offers a rigorous curriculum and
extensive activity and athletic programs. Students have the opportunity to take numerous Advanced Placement classes and 99% of St. John’s graduates continue on to
higher education. For Mission Statement and additional information: http://www.stjohnsdhs.org/
Contact: Mrs. Cortes
631.587.8000