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State Sen. Jack Martins visits James H. Vernon School for Valentine’s Day

Posted Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 am

James H. Vernon School welcomed State Sen. Jack Martins, front center, who represents the 7th district, who visited the school on Feb. 14 to participate in a community project.

James H. Vernon School welcomed State Sen. Jack Martins, front center, who represents the 7th district, who visited the school on Feb. 14 to participate in a community project.

Courtesy Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District

James H. Vernon School welcomed a special guest on Feb. 14 as State Sen. Jack Martins, who represents the 7th district, visited the school to participate in a community project.

Gathering in the gymnasium, members of The Leaders’ Club, Bulldog Buddies and an English Language Arts class greeted Martins and presented him with handmade valentines. T

he students created these heartfelt cards for the members of The Life Enrichment Center in Oyster Bay, a local community center for senior citizens.

Martins personally collected the valentines and delivered them to the seniors, spreading messages of kindness and joy on behalf of the students.

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