Martin County High School proudly celebrated the accomplishments of its Academy of Health Sciences students during the annual Pinning Ceremony, formally recognizing their transition into healthcare education and careers.
The ceremony honored students who successfully completed rigorous coursework and earned industry-recognized certifications in Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), and Exercise Science / Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA). Receiving a pin symbolizes students’ readiness to serve with professionalism, skill, and compassion.
This year’s class achieved an outstanding 96 industry certifications, reflecting the academy’s commitment to excellence and career preparedness.
2026 Academy of Health Sciences Graduates
Certified Medical Administrative Assistants (CMAA)
Brooke Baker, Kaitlyn Beach, Logan Bushn, Eden Carregal, Arianna Cruz, Isabelle Cruz, Gabrielle Davis, Giuliana DeMeo, Averie Diapoules, Kathryn Diffley, Caroline Dill, Bradon Fiore, Alyson Fleming, Ayana Francke, Lilly Freese, Jayden Garcia, Karen Gutierrez, Leila Hertenstein, Najah Karake, Isabella Lobaina, Evelyn Lopez‑Villagran, Giuliana Maniscalco, Mia Martin, Kelly Medina, Jocelyn Mendez, Lizedd Morataya, Analia Olmedo‑Torres, Jameson Padova, Helen Perez‑Bartolon, Jennifer Perez‑Diaz, Rylee Ray, Lucy Schwartz, Allie Slavens, Anjolie Sobieraj, Codi Stockland, Kathleen Sydenham, Angie Tax‑Garcia, Gabriela Torres‑Barboza, Reese Townsend, Miranda Tzunun‑Yax, Ciana Van den Broek, Angelique Villafane
Exercise Science / Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMA)
Cali Bertrand, Brooke Brotherton, Anelkis Cabrera‑Felix, Margarita Canastuj‑Batz, Victoria De Koekkoek, Sean Dioquino, Nyelie Edwards, Katherine Griffin, Amari Hayes, Priscila Hernandez‑Gonzalez, Cameron Lawson, Alexis Osdon, Karolina Ramirez, Haylah Roberts, Sophia Shaff, Ashlyn Simac, Abigail Tully, Rebecca Witt
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)
C’aja Atenor, Anelkis Cabrera‑Felix, Jenna Costa, Chloe Lizars, Sabrina Nunez, Nevaeh Palanchian, Marina Paulsen, Emily Ridgway, Jordyn Sayre
Emergency Medical Responders (EMR)
Lana Aker, Hady Bamaca, Kylie Buckett, Isabella Calhoun, Margarita Canastuj‑Batz, Kallie Clingan, Stephanie Cruz, Victoria De Koekkoek, Olivia Documento, Austin Edwards, Nyelie Edwards, Katherine Griffin, Amari Hayes, Carmen Hernandez‑Calderon, Priscila Hernandez‑Gonzalez, Chloe Lizars, Rylan Macedo, Maria Machuca Mujica, Kelly Medina, Isabela Montoya, Alexis Osdon, Ariana Perez Arias, Karolina Ramirez, Sophia Shaff, Abigail Tully, Olivia Wasielewski, Kylee Willis
Ceremony Highlights and Acknowledgements
The ceremony was led by Master of Ceremonies William Sapienza and featured a keynote address from Jeannine Warren, RN, who encouraged students to pursue excellence, empathy, and lifelong learning in healthcare.
Students were guided and supported by Academy of Health Sciences instructors:
Allison Howard, LAT, ATC, CCMA, CMAA
Sean Dennett, EMT
Stephen Patten
Martin County High School administration and Martin County School District leadership were also recognized for their continued commitment to college and career readiness, ensuring students graduate prepared for success beyond high school.
Looking Ahead
Surrounded by proud families, educators, and community members, the Class of 2026 Academy of Health Sciences graduates marked a defining milestone in their educational journeys. Whether entering postsecondary programs, clinical training, or the workforce, these newly pinned students represent the future of healthcare with professionalism and Tiger Pride.
Congratulations to the Academy of Health Sciences graduates—your dedication, resilience, and passion will make a lasting impact in our community and beyond.
