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Lawrence, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (D-MA-03) is proud to announce that Lawrence High School senior Alexis Martinez is the first-ever Lawrence High student to earn an appointment to the prestigious United States Military Academy at West Point.

The son of Carla Rivera and Alexis Martinez, both of Lawrence, he was nominated for the Class of 2023 by former Congresswoman Niki Tsongas. During his esteemed career at Lawrence High, Martinez served as Battalion Commander for the Junior ROTC program and rose to the rank of Cadet Lieutenant Colonel. He maintained a 4.1 GPA, participated in Track and Field, served on the Student Council, and took a public speaking class at Northern Essex Community College through the Lawrence High School Dual Enrollment program.

“I want to be challenged in all aspects of my life, and I know that West Point is the best place to do so. I’ve always wanted to serve as an officer, and this is the best route to that goal,” said Martinez.

He thanked JROTC instructor Sergeant First Class Jose Carballo for being a positive influence in his life.

“He has always been the one to guide me,” said Martinez. “He always had faith in me.”

Martinez will graduate from Lawrence High School on May 31, 2019 and report to West Point for the first time on July 1, 2019.

Congresswoman Lori Trahan, who succeeded Congresswoman Tsongas, said she was proud to learn of Martinez’ appointment.

“I congratulate Alexis on his hard-work and commitment to making his dream come true. His outstanding achievement serves as a great honor to him, his family, and to the entire Lawrence Public School community,” Rep. Trahan said. “Nominating students to our prestigious service academies is one of my great honors as a Congresswoman. I thank Congresswoman Tsongas for her work on Alexis’ behalf and look forward to following his exciting service ahead.”

LHS Campus Headmaster Michael Fiato said, “The Lawrence Public Schools community is extremely proud of Alexis’ appointment to West Point. This is an example of how we are working to provide the necessary conditions and support systems for all students to determine and follow their own best path to post graduation success.”

About West Point

The U.S. Military Academy at West Point is a four-year, co-educational, federal, liberal arts college located 50 miles north of New York City. It was founded in 1802 as America's first college of engineering and continues today as the world’s premier leader-development institution, consistently ranked among top colleges in the country. Its mission remains constant - to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the nation as an officer in the U. S. Army. For more information, go to www.westpoint.edu.