Tulsa Public Schools performed a first on Jan. 25. The district showed students some post-grad options at this countrys military academies.TPS hosted representatives from all the military service academies and an official from U.S. Rep. Kevin Herns office.This is not only the first time that TPS has hosted something of this sort, but its also the first Oklahoma school district to do so.We want to make sure that our students have a variety of options and choices when they're trying to decide what they're gonna do once they graduate, said Dr. Ebony Johnson, superintendent of TPS. We knew that we do put a lot of strong emphasis on college-going, and we know that that's super fantastic and important, she added. And we also know that students can then go to trade school, military.It was a chance for students in sixth through eleventh grades and their families to learn about the programs, benefits, life in the military, and how to apply.Krystal Hutchinson, the districts director of post-secondary readiness, told 2 News that we'd like to see more students attend these academies. When asked if she thinks these academies might be an option thats enticing to some people instead of traditional four-year universities, Hutchinson replied, Yeah, absolutely. I think these institutions are top-tier. They're similar to Ivy League institutions."She added, The academics that they have there is wonderful. And all of this is tuition-free. It's paid for by the United States military.I really like the U.S. Army, said eighth grader Jack Mull. I really like the benefits of it. We listened to Mull about his desire to serve as a firefighter through the Army. He said the pension wasnt the only motivator.I've always wanted to help people and serve my community, he told us. A big part of that [led] to me wanting to become a firefighter. If he follows through, hell go to West Point Military Academy, like Booker T. Washington High School alumnus Will Plank.It wasn't just those benefits, Plank told 2 News. It was also about being part of something that's bigger than yourself, and then having those values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage.Stay in touch with us anytime, anywhere -- Download our free app for Apple, Android and Kindle devices. Sign up for daily newsletters emailed to you Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram SUBSCRIBE on YouTube