Garden City High School Senior Spotlight: Justin Martin

GARDEN CITY, NY — This week, Garden City High School shines its Senior Spotlight on Justin Martin.

Martin has made a lasting impression on the people who have had the good fortune of knowing and working with him; teachers, coaches and students alike. They praise his kind spirit and humble demeanor, along with academic and athletic successes.

He is described as a role model to his peers, eager to lend a helping hand and consistently thoughtful and respectful of others. He is known to be kind, considerate and creative, with a passion for animals, photography and computers.

When not immersed in his studies, Martin fulfills many after school responsibilities including but not limited to a job after school where he works as an office sales representative. In addition to his academic endeavors, Martin has been recognized as an American Red Cross junior lifeguard and has served the community as a member of the Miracle Club. He has volunteered at the INN, where his most recent philanthropic efforts assisted in a food drive.

Martin is a member of the high school’s fencing team team and successfully competed as a Foil Fencer. He is also a member of the United States Fencing Association.

He plans on attending Lynn University and pursuing a career that is fulfilling and meaningful.

Submissions are from staff, students or parents. To nominate a GCHS senior, please contact Assistant Principal for Guidance and PPS Mandi Stefankiewicz at stefankiewiczm@gcufsd.net