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Garden City High School Senior Spotlight: Sela Scarangella
She is dedicated to helping others, and her infectious energy helps every cause she fights for.

GARDEN CITY, NY — This week, Garden City High School is shining its Senior Spotlight on Sela Scarangella.
Scarangella is described as having the ability to make others feel welcome and included, with infectious energy and enthusiasm and characteristics that consistently encourage people to donate to causes or participate in events.
She has been an invaluable member of the Key Club throughout her high school career and currently serves as treasurer. She has participated in all three seasons of Peer Educators throughout the year and invested her time and energy into making the program better. She has spoken about sensitive topics such as mental health, drug and alcohol awareness and HIV/AIDS in a relatable, approachable manner.
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Additionally, Scarangella is a member of the Italian Club and Fashion Club, plays varsity golf and is a Principal’s List honoree. Faculty members shared that she is a committed, dedicated and passionate student of excellence and commend her self-advocacy, creativity, hard work, dedication and leadership.
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.
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